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Shear Bolt Torque Rating
Metric bolt torque for M12 Class 8.8 zinc plated is 55.1 foot-pounds.
WARNING DECALS
Familiarize yourself with the warning decals affixed to the ditcher. It is important for you to operate
the ditcher safely. Read and follow the safety directions on all warning decals.
1. For operator safety make sure all warning decals are clean and legible.
2. Immediately replace any damaged or missing warning decals.
3. Never cover or obscure a warning decal.
4. Refer to the Parts Identification Section of this manual for correct warning decal locations.
5. Replacement warning decals can be obtained from your AMCO Dealer or by contacting
AMCO at amcomfg.com.
VERTICAL AND OFFSET DITCHER COMPONENTS
1. PTO Shaft
6. Buster Shank
2. Chain Case
7. Input and Output Shafts
3. Concave Skid Shoe
8. Reversible Ditcher Cutting Blades
4. Ratchet Jack Adjustment
9. Operator’s Manual Storage Tube
5. Parking Stand
10. Serial Number Plate
VERTICAL DITCHER
OFFSET DITCHER