Ditch-witch SK350 Bedienungsanleitung

SK350Operator’s ManualIssue 3.1 Original InstructionCMW®

SK350 Operator’s Manual Safety - 9CMWSafetyChapter ContentsGuidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Safety Alert C

Safety - 10 SK350 Operator’s ManualGuidelinesCMWGuidelinesFollow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:• Complete proper training an

SK350 Operator’s Manual Safety - 11Safety Alert ClassificationsCMWSafety Alert ClassificationsThese classifications and the icons defined on the follo

Safety - 12 SK350 Operator’s ManualSafety AlertsCMWSafety AlertsMoving digging teeth will kill you or cut off arm or leg. Stay away.Turning shaft will

SK350 Operator’s Manual Safety - 13Safety AlertsCMWExplosion possible. Serious injury or equipment damage could occur. Follow directions carefully.Inc

Safety - 14 SK350 Operator’s ManualSafety AlertsCMWTipover possible. Machine can tip over and crush you.• Always operate with load end uphill.• Always

SK350 Operator’s Manual Safety - 15Emergency ProceduresCMWEmergency ProceduresBefore operating any equipment, review emergency procedures and check th

Safety - 16 SK350 Operator’s ManualEmergency ProceduresCMWIf an Electric Line is DamagedIf you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are o

SK350 Operator’s Manual Safety - 17Emergency ProceduresCMWIf a Fiber Optic Cable is DamagedDo not look into cut ends of fiber optic or unidentified ca

Safety - 18 SK350 Operator’s ManualEmergency ProceduresCMW

SK350 Operator’s Manual Overview - 1CMWOverviewChapter ContentsSerial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Intended Use . . .

SK350 Operator’s Manual Controls - 19CMWControls 1. Throttle2. Choke3. Left track drive control4. Right track drive control5. Tachometer/Hourmeter6. L

Controls - 20 SK350 Operator’s ManualCMWItem Description Notes1. Throttle To increase engine speed, push.To decrease engine speed, pull.Increasing eng

SK350 Operator’s Manual Controls - 21CMW5. Tachometer/Hourmeter Displays engine speed and operating time.Use hourmeter to schedule service. Flashes “L

Controls - 22 SK350 Operator’s ManualCMW10. Attachment drive foot controlAttachment drive control handle must be engaged before using the foot pedal.T

SK350 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 23CMWPrepareChapter ContentsGather Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24• All Jobs . . .

Prepare - 24 SK350 Operator’s ManualGather InformationCMWGather InformationA successful job begins before you start working. The first step in plannin

SK350 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 25Inspect SiteCMWInspect SiteInspect jobsite before transporting equipment. Check for the following:• changes in ele

Prepare - 26 SK350 Operator’s ManualClassify JobsiteCMWClassify JobsiteInspect Jobsite• Inspect jobsite and perimeter for evidence of underground haza

SK350 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 27Classify JobsiteCMWApply PrecautionsOnce classified, precautions appropriate for jobsite must be taken.Electric Jo

Prepare - 28 SK350 Operator’s ManualCheck Supplies and Prepare EquipmentCMWCheck Supplies and Prepare EquipmentSupplies• fuel• keys• lubricants• perso

Overview - 2 SK350 Operator’s ManualSerial Number LocationCMWSerial Number LocationRecord serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. Unit

SK350 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 29Connect AttachmentCMWConnect AttachmentAttachment1. Position attachment on level surface with enough space behind

Prepare - 30 SK350 Operator’s ManualConnect AttachmentCMWHydraulic HosesIf attachment requires hydraulic power for operation, connect hydraulic hoses.

SK350 Operator’s Manual Drive - 31CMW DriveChapter ContentsStart Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Drive. . . .

Drive - 32 SK350 Operator’s ManualStart EngineCMWStart Engine1. Ensure all controls are in neutral.2. If necessary, choke cold engine.3. Move throttle

SK350 Operator’s Manual Drive - 33DriveCMWSafe Slope OperationOperating safely on a slope depends upon many factors including:• Distribution of machin

Drive - 34 SK350 Operator’s ManualShut DownCMWShut Down1. Lower lift arms to ground.2. Move all controls to neutral position.3. Apply parking brake.4.

SK350 Operator’s Manual Transport - 35CMWTransportChapter ContentsLift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Transport - 36 SK350 Operator’s ManualLiftCMWLiftPointsLifting points are identified by lifting decals. Lifting at other points is unsafe and can dama

SK350 Operator’s Manual Transport - 37HaulCMWHaulInspect Trailer• Check hitch for wear and cracks. Lubricate if needed.• Check battery for 12V charge,

Transport - 38 SK350 Operator’s ManualHaulCMWLoad1. Disengage parking brake.2. Start engine.3. Adjust throttle to low speed.4. Pull lift arm control t

SK350 Operator’s Manual Overview - 3Intended UseCMWIntended UseThe SK350 is a platform rubber track mini skid steer unit designed for compact construc

SK350 Operator’s Manual Transport - 39HaulCMWTie DownPointsTiedown points are identified by tiedown decals. Securing to truck or trailer at other poin

Transport - 40 SK350 Operator’s ManualHaulCMWUnload1. Prepare trailer and ramps for unloading.2. Remove tiedowns.3. Disengage parking brake.4. Start e

SK350 Operator’s Manual Transport - 41TowCMWTowUnder normal conditions, unit should not be towed. If unit breaks down and towing is necessary:• attach

Transport - 42 SK350 Operator’s ManualTowCMW3. Locate bypass valves on top of each of the upper pumps. Turn each valve two turns counterclockwise to o

SK350 Operator’s Manual Complete the Job - 43CMW Complete the JobChapter ContentsRinse Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Complete the Job - 44 SK350 Operator’s ManualRinse EquipmentCMWRinse Equipment1. Spray water onto equipment to remove dirt and mud, especially at unde

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 45CMW ServiceChapter ContentsService Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Overview .

Service - 46 SK350 Operator’s ManualService PrecautionsCMWService PrecautionsCleaning PrecautionJump Starting PrecautionIncorrect procedures could res

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 47Service PrecautionsCMWWorking Under Raised Lift ArmsUse safety supports as indicated when working under raised lif

Service - 48 SK350 Operator’s ManualOverviewCMWOverview

Overview - 4 SK350 Operator’s ManualOperator OrientationCMWOperator Orientation1. Front of unit2. Right side of unit3. Rear of unit4. Left side of uni

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 49Recommended Lubricants/Service KeyCMWRecommended Lubricants/Service KeyProper lubrication and maintenance protects

Service - 50 SK350 Operator’s ManualEngine Oil Temperature ChartCMWEngine Oil Temperature ChartFor more information on engine lubrication and maintena

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 5110 HourCMW10 Hour Check Engine Oil LevelCheck engine oil level at dipstick opening (shown) every 10 hours. Oil lev

Service - 52 SK350 Operator’s Manual10 HourCMWCheck Hydraulic Fluid LevelCheck hydraulic fluid level every 10 hours. Maintain fluid level at halfway p

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 5310 HourCMWCheck Hydraulic HosesCheck hydraulic hoses for leaks every 10 hours.Fluid or air pressure could pierce s

Service - 54 SK350 Operator’s Manual50 HourCMW50 Hour Check Battery Check battery every 50 hours. Keep battery and terminals clean and free of corrosi

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 5550 HourCMWCheck Drive Belt Check drive belt every 50 hours. Adjust belt tension if necessary. Replace if cracked

Service - 56 SK350 Operator’s Manual50 HourCMWCheck Air Filter Check air filter for wear or holes every 50 hours. Replace as needed.Clean Oil Cooler

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 5750 HourCMWChange Hydraulic Fluid Filter (initial) Change hydraulic fluid filter at 50 hours for break in process,

Service - 58 SK350 Operator’s Manual100 HourCMW100 Hour Change Engine Oil Change engine oil every 100 hours. Drain oil at drain plug (1) and add GE

SK350 Operator’s Manual Foreword - 5CMWForewordThis manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and operation instru

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 59200 HourCMW 200 Hour Location Task NotesTraction Unit Check spark plugs and gap See engine operator’s manual for i

Service - 60 SK350 Operator’s Manual250 HourCMW250 Hour Change Hydraulic Fluid Filter Change hydraulic fluid filter every 250 hours.Change Air Filter

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 61500 HourCMW500 Hour Change Hydraulic Fluid Change hydraulic fluid every 500 hours. Drain fluid at drain plug (3) a

Service - 62 SK350 Operator’s ManualAs NeededCMWAs NeededChange Drive BeltChange drive belt as needed when worn or damaged. 1. Stop engine and allow t

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 63As NeededCMW5. Pull tensioner back and slip belt off of the idler pulley. 6. Remove belt from pulleys and carefull

Service - 64 SK350 Operator’s ManualAs NeededCMWJump Start Unit Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Use equipment

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service - 65As NeededCMWBefore You StartElectronic components can be easily damaged by electrical surges. Jump starting can da

Service - 66 SK350 Operator’s ManualAs NeededCMW 5. Connect the other red positive (+) jumper cable clamp to positive (+) post of battery (A) in the s

SK350 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 67Basic UnitCMWSpecificationsBasic Unit Dimensions U.S. MetricH Overall height 42.5 in 1.1 mL Overall lengt

Specifications - 68 SK350 Operator’s ManualBasic UnitCMWThe rated operating capacity for this machine was determined using a standard bucket in the dr

Foreword - 6 SK350 Operator’s ManualCMWSK350 Operator’s ManualIssue number 3.1/OM-7/14 Part number 054-137 Copyright 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011, 201

SK350 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 69Basic UnitCMWSpecifications are called out according to SAE recommended practices. Specifications are gener

Specifications - 70 SK350 Operator’s ManualBasic UnitCMW

SK350 Operator’s Manual Support - 71ProcedureCMWSupportProcedureNotify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Ditch Witch equipment.

Warranty - 72 SK350 Operator’s ManualCMWWarrantyDitch Witch Equipment and Replacement PartsLimited Warranty PolicySubject to the limitation and exclus

SK350 Operator’s Manual Service Record - 75CMWService RecordService Performed Date Hours

CMWService Record - 76 SK350 Operator’s ManualService Performed Date Hours

SK350 Operator’s Manual Contents - 7CMWContentsOverviewmachine serial number, information about the type of work this machine is designed to perform,

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