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SK600 Operator’s Manual

Prepare - 19

Prepare

Chapter Contents 

 

Prepare Jobsite  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

• Review Job Plan   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  20
• Select Start and End Points  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  20
• Identify Hazards  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  21
• Locate Utilities   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  22
• Classify Jobsite  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  23
• Arrange for Traffic Control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24

Prepare Operator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Prepare Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

• Check Supplies   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  26
• Check Equipment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  26
• Assemble Accessories   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  27
• Connect Attachment   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  27

For additional precautions, see “Safety Awareness” chapter. 

Summary of Contents for 053-2962

Page 1: ...SK600 Operator s Manual CMW 053 2962 Issue 3 0 Original Instruction ...

Page 2: ...cation 3 Machine Components 4 Operator Orientation 5 Operating Area 5 About This Manual 6 Bulleted Lists 6 Numbered Lists 6 California Proposition 65 Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm www P65warnings ca gov ...

Page 3: ...s Manual Serial Number Location Serial Number Location Record serial number and date of purchase in spaces provided Serial number is located as shown Item Date of manufacture Date of purchase Machine serial number t51om014w eps ...

Page 4: ...eratures Use in any other way is considered contrary to the intended use This machine should be operated serviced and repaired only by professionals familiar with its particular characteristics and acquainted with the relevant safety procedures Equipment Modification This equipment was designed and built in accordance with applicable standards and regulations Modification of equipment could mean t...

Page 5: ...Overview 4 SK600 Operator s Manual Machine Components Machine Components 1 Operator station 2 Tracks 3 Engine compartment 4 Lift arms 5 Attachment plate t51om013w eps 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 6: ...ator Orientation Operator Orientation 1 Front 2 Right side 3 Rear 4 Left side Operating Area Operator should stand only in the location shown IMPORTANT Top view of machine is shown IMPORTANT Top view of machine is shown t51om001w eps 1 2 4 3 ...

Page 7: ...achine Cross references such as See page 50 will direct you to detailed procedures Bulleted Lists Bulleted lists provide helpful or important information or contain procedures that do not have to be performed in a specific order Numbered Lists Numbered lists contain illustration callouts or list steps that must be performed in order ...

Page 8: ...ontact your Ditch Witch dealer If you need assistance in locating a dealer visit our website at www ditchwitch com or write to the following address The Charles Machine Works Inc ATTN Marketing Department PO Box 66 Perry OK 73077 0066 USA The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice The Charles Machine Works Inc reserves the right to improve equipment Som...

Page 9: ...ber 3 0 OM 08 19 Part number 053 2962 Copyright 2016 2017 2019 by The Charles Machine Works Inc and Ditch Witch are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works Inc This product and its use may be covered by one or more patents at http patents charlesmachine works ...

Page 10: ...res for preparing jobsite preparing operator and preparing equipment Controls 31 Machine controls gauges and indicators and how to use them Drive 41 Procedures for startup cold start driving and shutdown Transport 47 Procedures for lifting hauling and retrieving Complete the Job 55 Procedures for restoring the jobsite and rinsing and storing equipment Service 57 Service intervals and instructions ...

Page 11: ...Contents 10 SK600 Operator s Manual Support 83 The warranty policy for this machine and procedures for obtaining warranty consideration and training ...

Page 12: ... 12 Emergency Procedures 13 Electric Strike Description 13 If an Electric Line is Damaged 14 If a Gas Line is Damaged 14 If a Fiber Optic Cable is Damaged 15 If Machine Catches on Fire 15 Safety Alert Classification 17 Machine Safety Alerts 18 For additional precautions see Prepare chapter ...

Page 13: ...e work begins Safety videos are available from your Ditch Witch dealer or at www ditchwitch com safe Safety Data Sheets SDS are available at www ditchwitch com support Fully inspect equipment before operating Repair or replace any worn or damaged parts Replace missing or damaged safety shields and safety alert signs Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for assistance Follow instructions on all safety a...

Page 14: ...t resistance Pipes hoses and cables will conduct electricity back to all equipment Low voltage current can injure or kill Many work related electrocutions result from contact with less than 440 volts Most electric strikes are not noticeable but indications of a strike include power outage smoke explosion popping noises arcing electricity If any of these occur assume an electric strike has occurred...

Page 15: ...ntact electric company to shut off power If you leave the area do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given permission by utility company If a Gas Line is Damaged If you suspect a gas line has been damaged take the following actions The order and degree of action will depend on the situation Immediately shut off engine s if this can be done safely and quickly Remove any ignition ...

Page 16: ...ne Catches on Fire Perform emergency shutdown procedure and then take the following actions The order and degree of action will depend on the situation Immediately move battery disconnect switch if equipped and accessible to disconnect position If fire is small and fire extinguisher is available attempt to extinguish fire If fire cannot be extinguished leave area as quickly as possible and contact...

Page 17: ...this entire section before using your equipment Watch for the three safety alert levels DANGER WARNING and CAUTION Learn what each level means indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury indicates...

Page 18: ...or serious injury Stay away or secure raised component with locking device Use correct equipment and procedures 2 Misuse of machine can cause death or serious injury Read and understand operator s manual and all other safety instructions before use Know how to use all controls 3 Lift point See Transport chapter for more information ...

Page 19: ... load Crushing can cause death or serious injury Stay away from lifted load and its range of movement 7 Hot parts Contact can cause burns Only touch when cool or wear gloves 8 Pre heater Fire or explosion can cause death or serious injury Never use starter fluid 9 Underground utilities Contact can cause death or serious injury Locate and verify underground utilities before digging or drilling ...

Page 20: ...elect Start and End Points 20 Identify Hazards 21 Locate Utilities 22 Classify Jobsite 23 Arrange for Traffic Control 24 Prepare Operator 25 Prepare Equipment 26 Check Supplies 26 Check Equipment 26 Assemble Accessories 27 Connect Attachment 27 For additional precautions see Safety Awareness chapter ...

Page 21: ... site Consider how slope will affect setup and operation Assess the risks on each slope to determine if factors affecting risks create an unsafe condition for working See Slope Guidelines on page 44 Space Check that starting and ending points allow enough space for working Comfort Consider shade wind fumes and other site features Underground utilities Contact can cause death or serious injury Loca...

Page 22: ...tacles such as buildings railroad crossings or streams signs of utilities traffic access soil type and condition loose material such as fencing or cable Identify safety hazards and classify jobsite if attachment will penetrate ground See Classify Jobsite on page 23 buried utility notices gas or water meters drop boxes manhole covers utility facilities without overhead lines junction boxes light po...

Page 23: ...ice contact all local utility companies to have underground utilities located Verify Underground Utilities Have an experienced locating equipment operator sweep area within 20 6 m to each side of proposed excavation to verify previously marked line and cable locations Mark location of all buried utilities and obstructions Locate Overhead Lines Note location and height of all overhead lines in jobs...

Page 24: ...nching Part 1926 Subpart P and other similar regulations Electric Jobsite Precautions Use one or both of these methods Expose line by careful hand digging or soft excavation Have service shut down while work is in progress Have electric company test lines before returning them to service If working then classify jobsite as within 10 3m of a buried electric line electric within 10 3m of a natural g...

Page 25: ...guidelines or other applicable regulating guidelines for appropriate breathing protection or dust control methods Other Jobsite Precautions You may need to use different methods to safely avoid other underground hazards Talk with those knowledgeable about hazards present at each site to determine which precautions should be taken or if job should be attempted Clear objects such as landscaping fabr...

Page 26: ...at www ditchwitch com safe Safety Data Sheets SDS are available at www ditchwitch com support Use equipment carefully Stop operation and investigate anything that does not look or feel right Jobsite hazards Exposure can cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain appropriate safety equipment To help avoid injury Wear personal protective equipment including...

Page 27: ...els fuel engine oil diesel exhaust fluid DEF if needed hydraulic fluid engine coolant Condition and Function all controls battery hoses and valves pumps and motors tires or tracks signs guards and shields filters air oil hydraulic belts Improper control function Use can cause death or serious injury If control does not work as described in instructions stop machine and have it serviced ...

Page 28: ...dles are down 2 Position attachment on level surface with enough space behind it to accommodate machine 3 Start engine NOTICE Use only Ditch Witch approved attachments Attachments can change the stability and operating characteristics of the machine See attachment operation manual for instructions regarding proper operation of attachments IMPORTANT For information on disconnecting an attachment se...

Page 29: ...ttachment plate 1 forward 5 Position attachment plate in the upper lip of the receiver plate 2 on attachment 6 Raise lift arms while tilting back attachment plate to engage pins 7 Ensure pins are engaged by rotating attachment down t05om026c eps 1 2 t51om018w eps ...

Page 30: ...d fluid or air Injection can cause death or serious injury Refer to operator s manual for correct use To help avoid injury Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than hands to check for leaks Before disconnecting a hydraulic line turn engine off and operate all controls to relieve pressure Lower block or support any raised component with a hoist Cover connection with heavy cloth and loosen connec...

Page 31: ...Prepare 30 SK600 Operator s Manual Prepare Equipment ...

Page 32: ...SK600 Operator s Manual Controls 31 Controls Chapter Contents Attachment Plate 32 Battery Disconnect 33 Engine Compartment 34 Gauges and Indicators 35 Operator Station 38 ...

Page 33: ...ust bucket position until indicator is at top of sleeve To level other attachments adjust attachment position until it is level Mark indicator position on sleeve Use mark to indicate when attachment is level 2 Attachment latches To lock attachment ensure latch is down after attachment is connected To unlock move latch up See Connect Attachment on page 27 t51om034w eps 1 2 ...

Page 34: ...Item Description IMPORTANT Battery disconnect switch To disconnect move left To connect move right NOTICE Do not disconnect with engine running To avoid equipment damage wait two minutes after turning engine off before disconnecting battery t51om002w eps c00ic179w eps OFF ON ...

Page 35: ...ass To open pull and rotate knob until it seats in the open position To close rotate knob until it seats in the closed position Use bypass to assist starting a cold engine Attachment will not operate at full flow when valve is open Auxiliary hydraulics can be operated at low flow using bypass t51om039w eps c00ic180w eps ...

Page 36: ...dicator 5 Hydraulic fluid temperature indicator 6 Hydraulic fluid level sight glass 7 Ignition switch 8 Engine coolant temperature gauge 9 Fuel gauge 10 Engine coolant temperature indicator 11 Glow plug indicator Item Description IMPORTANT 1 Auxiliary outlet Provides power for other equipment Power output is 12VDC 5A t51om038w eps 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ...

Page 37: ...s Do not press and hold for more than 20 seconds continuously 3 Hourmeter Displays engine operating time Use these times to schedule service 4 Engine oil pressure indicator Lights when engine oil pressure is low Lights briefly when engine is started 5 Hydraulic fluid temperature indicator Lights when hydraulic fluid temperature is too high When indicator lights alarm will sound 6 Hydraulicfluid le...

Page 38: ...left 8 Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays coolant temperature 9 Fuel gauge Shows level of fuel See Approved Fuel on page 62 10 Engine coolant temperature indicator Lights when engine coolant temperature is too high When indicator lights alarm will sound 11 Glow plug indicator Lights when ignition switch is on and glow plug button is pressed Item Description IMPORTANT ...

Page 39: ...erator Station 1 Left track drive control track drive joystick 2 Right track drive control track drive joystick 3 Throttle If equipped 4 Parking brake 5 Lift arm control 6 Attachment drive control 7 Attachment drive foot control t51om037w eps 2 1 3 4 6 7 5 ...

Page 40: ...sition To steer move left or right See Steer on page 43 Track drive joystick if equipped To drive forward push To drive in reverse pull To go faster in any direction move farther from neutral position To steer move left or right See Steer on page 43 3 Throttle To increase engine speed push To decrease pull Increasing engine speed also increases attachment speed 4 Parking brake To set move left To ...

Page 41: ...se push To engage in forward pull Use attachment drive foot control to hold in engaged position when hands are busy operating other controls See Hydraulic fluid bypass on page 34 for instructions on operating attachment drive control at low flow 7 Attachment drive foot control To hold attachment drive control in forward or reverse lift lever lock move lever in desired direction and press pedal Use...

Page 42: ...3 Single Joystick Ground Drive 43 Dual Lever Ground Drive 43 Operate 43 Slope Guidelines 44 Reduce Track Wear 45 Shut Down 45 For additional precautions see Safety Awareness and Prepare chapters IMPORTANT For more information on how to operate controls see Controls chapter ...

Page 43: ... at low throttle until controls operate as described in controls chapter EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Shut off machine or press remote engine stop button if equipped Misuse of machine can cause death or serious injury Read and understand operator s manual and all other safety instructions before use Know how to use all controls To help avoid injury Allow hydraulic fluid time to warm before operating in cold...

Page 44: ... turn in desired direction Machine will gradually turn To steer while moving in reverse move one control slightly more than the other to turn in desired direction Machine will gradually turn For tight steering at low speed pull one control and push the other to turn in desired direction Tracks will counter rotate and machine will turn in a tight circle Operate 1 Release parking brake 2 Raise attac...

Page 45: ...ccordingly Maximum engine angle and braking performance are two absolute limits which must never be exceeded These maximums are stated below since they are design limits These design limits usually exceed the operating limits and must never be used alone to establish safe operating angle for variable conditions Maximum engine lubrication angle 20 Maximum service brake retarding force equal to trac...

Page 46: ...g with track edges pressed against hard walls or curbs operating on corrosive materials such as salt or fertilizer Shut Down 1 When job is complete move machine to level ground 2 Stop machine movement 3 Set parking brake 4 Lower lift arms to ground 5 Return all controls to neutral 6 Run engine at low throttle with no load for at least five minutes to cool 7 Shut off machine 8 If leaving machine un...

Page 47: ...Drive 46 SK600 Operator s Manual Shut Down ...

Page 48: ...Contents Lift 48 Points 48 Procedure 48 Haul 49 Inspect Trailer 49 Load 50 Tie Down 51 Unload 52 Retrieve 52 For additional precautions see Safety Awareness and Prepare chapters IMPORTANT For more information on how to operate controls see Controls chapter ...

Page 49: ...nery Procedure Use equipment capable of supporting the machine s size and weight to lift as shown See SK600 on page 78 or measure and weigh equipment before lifting Lifted load Crushing weight can cause death or serious injury Stay away from lifted load and its range of movement To help avoid injury Only lift unit without attachment installed t35om022w eps ...

Page 50: ...ine can cause death or serious injury Read and understand operator s manual and all other safety instructions before use Know how to use all controls To help avoid injury Read trailer operator s manual before loading or transporting machine Ensure tow vehicle has proper tow capacity rating Attach trailer to vehicle before loading or unloading Load and unload trailer on level ground To help prevent...

Page 51: ...rive forward slowly to move machine onto trailer until tiedown position is reached 7 Lower attachment to trailer bed 8 Set parking brake 9 Ensure all controls are in neutral position 10 Shut off machine 11 Tie down machine Horizontal movement Crushing can cause death or serious injury Read and understand operator s manual and all safety instructions before use To help avoid injury Start and operat...

Page 52: ...oints Tiedown points are identified by tiedown decals Securing to truck or trailer at other points is unsafe and can damage machinery Procedure Loop tiedowns around machine tie down points shown Ensure tiedowns are tight before transporting t51om019w eps ...

Page 53: ...machine becomes disabled and retrieval is necessary Tow for no more than 100 30m at less than 1mph 1 6km h Use towing chains appropriately rated for maximum towing force Use no more than 1300lb 5800N of towing force Remember that steering will be difficult 1 Set parking brake shown 2 Block tracks to prevent machine from rolling Horizontal movement Crushing can cause death or serious injury Read an...

Page 54: ...tation not shown 4 Activate tow valves on both front and rear pumps by turning levers into position as shown 5 Remove blocks 6 Release parking brake 7 After towing turn tow valves back into operating position NOTICE When tow valves are open only parking brake is functional t51om021w eps t51om020w eps t51om032w eps ...

Page 55: ...Transport 54 SK600 Operator s Manual Retrieve ...

Page 56: ...K600 Operator s Manual Complete the Job 55 Complete the Job Chapter Contents Rinse Equipment 56 Disconnect Attachment 56 Stow Tools 56 For additional precautions see Safety Awareness and Prepare chapters ...

Page 57: ...ge lock pins by lifting handles upward 4 Cycle attachment drive control and disconnect hydraulic hoses if needed 5 Start engine 6 Tilt mount plate forward and back machine away from attachment Stow Tools Ensure all tools and accessories are loaded and properly secured on trailer NOTICE Do not spray water onto operator s console or electrical center in engine compartment Water can damage electrical...

Page 58: ...8 Welding Precaution 59 Washing Precaution 59 Working under Raised Lift Arms 59 Recommended Lubricants 60 Engine Oil Temperature Chart 61 Approved Coolant 61 Approved Fuel 62 Service Interval Chart 63 Procedures 64 For additional precautions see Safety Awareness and Prepare chapters ...

Page 59: ...d on level surface Refer to US Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA guidelines for appropriate lockout tagout procedures Jobsite hazards Exposure can cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain appropriate safety equipment To help avoid injury Wear personal protective equipment including hard hat safety eye wear foot protection hearing protec...

Page 60: ...chine or attachments Connect welder ground close to welding point and make sure no electronic components are in the ground path Disconnect battery at battery disconnect switch before welding to prevent damage to battery Never turn off battery disconnect switch with engine running or alternator and other electronic equipment devices may be damaged NOTICE Water can damage electronics When cleaning e...

Page 61: ...formulated meeting ASTM D6210 See Approved Coolant on page 61 DEO HRC Diesel engine oil meeting or exceeding API CH 4 CH 4 CI 4 CJ 4 or ACEA E7 E6 E7 OR E9 See Engine Oil Temperature Chart on page 61 API American Petroleum Institute ACEA European Automobile Manufacturer s Association LRC Diesel engine oil compatible with the sulfur content of the fuel used If the fuel sulfur content exceeds 500ppm...

Page 62: ...part number 255 1055 Add or replace with heavy duty diesel engine coolant meeting ASTM D6210 NOTICE Use only pre diluted coolant or concentrated coolant mixed with distilled water Do not use tap water Using water or high silicate automotive type coolant will lead to engine damage or premature engine failure Mixing heavy duty diesel engine coolant and automotive type coolants will lead to coolant b...

Page 63: ...ends up to 5 B5 are approved for use in this unit The fuel must meet the specifications for diesel fuel shown above In certain markets higher blends may be used if certain steps are taken Extra attention is needed when using biodiesel especially when operating in cold weather or storing fuel Contact your Ditch Witch dealer or the engine manufacturer for more information Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel ULS...

Page 64: ... test Change initial Lube initial Check Change Lube Service Startup 10 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours 300 Hours 400 Hours 600 Hours 900 Hours 1200 Hours As Needed Battery Belt fan Brake Coolant Dust ejector valve Engine compartment Filter air Filter engine oil see Oil engine Filter fuel Filter hydraulic fluid Fluid hydraulic Fuel hose Fuse box Hydraulic hoses Idler roller bearings Intake air line Lug nu...

Page 65: ...ouch when charging Never short circuit battery terminals for any reason or strike battery posts or cable terminals Refer to Safety Data Sheet SDS for additional information regarding battery Corrosive fluid Contact can cause death or serious injury Avoid contact Wear appropriate gloves See Safety Data Sheet SDS for more information To help avoid injury Never attempt to charge a battery that is lea...

Page 66: ...lamps positive cable first 7 Tighten any loose connections 8 Ensure that battery tiedowns are secure 9 Turn battery disconnect if equipped on NOTICE Electronic components can be easily damaged by electrical surges Jump starting can damage electronics and electrical systems and is not recommended Try to charge the battery instead Use quality large diameter jumper cables capable of carrying high cur...

Page 67: ...ive cable clamp to negative post of battery in service vehicle 9 Connect the other black negative cable clamp to engine or frame ground on disabled machine at least 12 305 mm from failed battery as shown 10 Operate service vehicle engine at 1500 2000 rpm for a few minutes to build an electrical charge in failed battery 11 Stop engine in service vehicle 12 Remove jumper cables from service vehicle ...

Page 68: ...n it moves about1 4 3 8 7 9mm when pushed at the long span shown Change 1 Loosen two alternator bolts 1 2 2 Replace belt 3 Adjust position as needed 4 Tighten bolts 5 Check tension Brake Check at startup and every 10 hours 1 Ensure parking brake pin shown moves freely allowing brake to be set and released 2 Clean mud and debris from area around pin t51om033w eps t51om023w eps ...

Page 69: ...eeded to keep level at halfway point on overflow bottle Change 1 Remove plug 3 to drain 2 Install plug 3 Add DEAC at fill to keep level at halfway point on overflow bottle Dust Ejector Valve Check valve shown before startup and every 10 hours Ensure valve is not inverted damaged plugged or cracked NOTICE See Approved Coolant on page 61 t51om006w eps 1 t51om028w eps 2 3 t51om026w eps ...

Page 70: ...de of housing and wash cover 7 Insert new secondary element and ensure it is seated correctly 8 Insert new primary element 9 Replace cover with dust ejector 4 facing down 10 Reset air filter service indicator NOTICE Check more often is operating in large brush grassy conditions or if machine is being stored Do not use water or compressed air to remove debris NOTICE Only open air filter housing whe...

Page 71: ...cedures Filter Fuel Change filter shown every 400 hours Filter Hydraulic Fluid Change filter shown at 50 hours and every 300 hours thereafter NOTICE If refueling from cans replace filters more often t51om035w eps t51om005w eps t51om004w eps ...

Page 72: ...ht glass Change 1 Remove plug 3 to drain 2 Install plug 3 Add THF at fill to keep level at halfway point on sight glass Fuel Hose Check fuel hose shown and clamp bands every 50 hours If clamp is loose apply oil to the threads and retighten If hose is worn replace Bleed fuel system if hose and or clamp is changed NOTICE Change every 250 hours if jobsite temperature exceeds 100 F 38 C more than 50 o...

Page 73: ...ator s manual for correct use To help avoid injury Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than hands to check for leaks Before disconnecting a hydraulic line turn engine off and operate all controls to relieve pressure Lower block or support any raised component with a hoist Cover connection with heavy cloth and loosen connector nut slightly to relieve residual pressure Catch all fluid in a conta...

Page 74: ...6 5 Ensure bearings are properly seated by tightening castle nut 5 to 30 40ft lb 40 7 54 2N m while turning the hub 7 6 Loosen castle nut 7 Hand tighten castle nut 8 Insert cotter pin into wheel spindle 9 9 Bend legs of cotter pin over the top of the spindle 10 Reassemble 11 Tighten lug nuts to 80ft lb 108N m 12 Adjust track tension NOTICE Do not move hub after this step is completed NOTICE If hol...

Page 75: ...ery 300 hours If clamp is loose apply oil to threads and tighten If hose is cracked or worn replace Lug Nuts Check lug nut shown torque at 10 hours 50 hours and every 300 hours thereafter Tighten to 80ft lb 108N m as needed NOTICE Keep dust out of the intake air line to prevent damage to the engine t51om024w eps ...

Page 76: ...st line on dipstick Radiator Hydraulic Fluid Cooler Check radiator every 50 hours Clean as needed Check Check radiator shown for dirt grass and other debris Check radiator hoses for wear Check hose clamps for proper tightness Clean 1 Clean fins with compressed air or spray wash 2 Open rear hood and spray through radiator toward engine 3 If grease and oil are present on radiator spray with solvent ...

Page 77: ...16 19mm With mark on tube bottom Ensure mark on tube 2 is aligned with cutout 1 in plate 3 Install cover Adjust 1 Remove cover 2 With tube and tab top Measure distance A from end of viewing window to front end of spring guide orange tab Tension is correct when measurement is 5 8 3 4 16 19mm With mark on tube bottom Ensure mark on tube 2 is aligned with cutout 1 in plate 3 Turn bolt shown clockwise...

Page 78: ...SK600 Operator s Manual Specifications 77 Specifications Chapter Contents SK600 78 Declaration of Conformity 81 ...

Page 79: ...ucket 103 2630mm L Overall length of loader no attachment 80 2040mm Overall length of machine standard bucket 105 2680mm L2 Wheelbase track length 36 914mm Ground clearance min center side 8 2 3 8 207mm 96mm W Track width 33 5 850mm Unit width excluding tracks 33 838mm Bucket rollback angle full height 103 103 Bucket rollback angle ground level 30 30 Bucket width max 44 1120mm t51om036w eps L L2 A...

Page 80: ...apacity 35 of tipping capacity 600lb 272kg Tipping capacity The rated operating capacity for this machine was determined using a standard bucket in the drive position with center of gravity 7 18cm from the attachment plate Depending on the attachment the actual operating capacity of the attachment may vary 1725lb 782kg Includes machine weight 175 lb 80 kg bucket 165 lb 75 kg operator Engine US Met...

Page 81: ...si 250bar Fluid Capacities US Metric Fuel tank 10 5gal 40L Engine oil with filter 3 9qt 3 7L Hydraulic reservoir 9 2gal 35L Battery SAE reserve capacity 85min SAE cold crank 0 F 18 C 525amp 12V electrical system Vibration Levels Average vibration transmitted to the operator s hand during normal operation with a loader bucket is 6 5m sec2 Average vibration transmitted to the whole body during norma...

Page 82: ...pe Machine Type Engine Power xxx kW Serial Number i CMWXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Conforms to the requirements of 2006 42 EC Machinery Directive 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2000 14 EC Noise Emission Directive Measured sound power level Annex V XXXdBA Guaranteed sound power level Annex V XXXdBA The Technical Construction File is maintained at the manufacturer s location The manufacturer...

Page 83: ...Specifications 82 SK600 Operator s Manual Declaration of Conformity ...

Page 84: ...of Ditch Witch equipment Always give model serial number and approximate date of your equipment purchase This information should be recorded and placed on file by the owner at the time of purchase Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty consideration if in warranty time frame Order genuine Ditch Witch replacement or repair parts from your authorized Ditch Witch dealer Use of ano...

Page 85: ...R PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY IF THE PRODUCTS ARE PURCHASED FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES AS DEFINED BY THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE THEN THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF AND THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHICH EXTEND TO A COMMERCIAL BUYER ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLY INCLUDING THE DUTIES IMPOSED Ditch Witch products have been tested to deli...

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