Ditch-witch SK750/SK755 User Manual

SK750/SK755Operator’s Manual053-2570Issue 2.0Original TranslationCMW®

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Contents - 9CMW®ContentsOverviewmachine serial number, information about the type of work this machine is designed to pe

Contents - 10 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualCMW®

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Safety - 11CMW®SafetyChapter ContentsGuidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Emerge

Safety - 12 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualGuidelinesCMW®GuidelinesFollow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:• Complete proper trai

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Safety - 13Emergency ProceduresCMW®Emergency Procedures Before operating any equipment, review emergency procedures and

Safety - 14 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualEmergency ProceduresCMW®If an Electric Line is DamagedIf you suspect an electric line has been damaged and yo

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Safety - 15Emergency ProceduresCMW®If a Gas Line is Damaged If you suspect a gas line has been damaged, take the follo

Safety - 16 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualEmergency ProceduresCMW®If a Fiber Optic Cable is DamagedDo not look into cut ends of fiber optic or unidenti

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Safety - 17Safety Alert ClassificationsCMW®Safety Alert ClassificationsThese classifications and the icons defined on th

Safety - 18 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualMachine Safety AlertsCMW®Machine Safety Alerts 1Crushing weight. Place cylinder lock on extended cylinder a

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Overview - 1CMW®OverviewChapter ContentsSerial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Intended Use

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Safety - 19Machine Safety AlertsCMW®4Tiedown location. See Transport chapter for more information.274-3185Moving parts c

Safety - 20 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualMachine Safety AlertsCMW®

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Controls - 21Gauges and IndicatorsCMW®ControlsGauges and Indicators1. Glow plug button2. Engine coolant temperature gaug

Controls - 22 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualGauges and IndicatorsCMW®Item Description Notes1. Glow plug button To help start cold engine, turn ignitio

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Controls - 23Gauges and IndicatorsCMW®6. Ignition switch To start engine, insert key and turn clockwise.To stop engine,

Controls - 24 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualControlsCMW®Controls1. Left track drive control orTrack drive joystick (optional)2. Right track drive contr

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Controls - 25ControlsCMW®Item Description Notes1. Left track drive control2. Right track drive controlTo move forward, p

Controls - 26 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualControlsCMW®4. Parking brake lever To engage, rotate lever counterclockwise.To disengage, rotate lever cloc

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Controls - 27Engine CompartmentCMW®Engine Compartment 1. Hydraulic Fluid Bypass 2. Auxiliary outletItem Description Not

Controls - 28 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualTool CarrierCMW®Tool Carrier 1. Level indicatorItem Description Notes1. Level indicator To level bucket, a

Overview - 2 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualSerial Number LocationCMW®Serial Number LocationRecord serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provide

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 29CMW®PrepareChapter ContentsGather Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30• All Jobs

Prepare - 30 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualGather InformationCMW®Gather InformationA successful job begins before you start working. The first step in

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 31Inspect SiteCMW®Inspect SiteInspect jobsite before transporting equipment. Check for the following:• changes

Prepare - 32 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualClassify JobsiteCMW®Classify JobsiteInspect Jobsite• Inspect jobsite and perimeter for evidence of undergrou

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 33Classify JobsiteCMW®Apply PrecautionsOnce classified, precautions appropriate for jobsite must be taken.Elec

Prepare - 34 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualCheck Supplies and Prepare EquipmentCMW®Check Supplies and Prepare EquipmentSupplies•fuel •keys•lubricant

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 35Connect AttachmentCMW®Connect AttachmentAttachment 1. Position attachment on level surface with enough spac

Prepare - 36 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualConnect AttachmentCMW®Hydraulic HosesIf attachment requires hydraulic power for operation, connect hydraulic

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Drive - 37CMW®DriveChapter ContentsStart Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Drive.

Drive - 38 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualStart UnitCMW®Start Unit1. Ensure all controls are in neutral.2. If necessary, use glow plugs and/or hydraulic

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Overview - 3Intended UseCMW®Intended UseThe SK750/SK755 is a platform, rubber track mini skid steer unit designed for li

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Drive - 39DriveCMW®Safe Slope OperationOperating safely on a slope depends upon many factors including:• Distribution of

Drive - 40 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualShut DownCMW®Shut Down1. Lower lift arms to ground.2. Move all controls to neutral position.3. Apply parking b

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Transport - 41CMW®TransportChapter ContentsLift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Transport - 42 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualLiftCMW®LiftPointsLifting points are identified by lifting decals. Lifting at other points is unsafe and c

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Transport - 43LiftCMW®Procedure Use a hoist capable of supporting the equipment's size and weight. See “Specificati

Transport - 44 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualHaulCMW®HaulLoad1. Disengage parking brake.2. Start engine.3. Adjust throttle to low speed.4. Pull lift ar

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Transport - 45HaulCMW®Tie DownPointsTiedown points are identified by tiedown decals. Securing to truck or trailer at oth

Transport - 46 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualHaulCMW®Unload1. Prepare trailer and ramps for unloading.2. Remove tiedowns.3. Disengage parking brake.4.

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Transport - 47TowCMW®Tow Under normal conditions, unit should not be towed. If unit breaks down and towing is necessary

Transport - 48 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualTowCMW®Prepare Unit for Towing1. Block tracks. 2. Engage parking brake (shown).3. Loosen bypass valves (sh

Overview - 4 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualUnit ComponentsCMW®Unit Components1. Operator station2. Tracks3. Engine compartment4. Lift arms5. Mount plat

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Complete the Job - 49CMW®Complete the JobChapter ContentsRinse Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Complete the Job - 50 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualRinse EquipmentCMW®Rinse Equipment1. Spray water onto equipment to remove dirt and mud. 2. Open hoo

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service - 51CMW®ServiceChapter ContentsPrecautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Overv

Service - 52 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualPrecautionsCMW®Precautions Working Under Raised Lift Arms Use safety supports as indicated when working u

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service - 53OverviewCMW®OverviewRecommended Lubricants/Service KeyProper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witc

Service - 54 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualEngine Oil Temperature ChartCMW®Engine Oil Temperature Chart For more information on engine lubrication and

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service - 55Engine Oil Temperature ChartCMW®Approved FuelThe engine is this unit is designed to run on diesel fuel. Use

Service - 56 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualStartup/10 HourCMW®Startup/10 Hour Check Engine Oil Level Check engine oil level at dipstick opening (1) a

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service - 57Startup/10 HourCMW®Check Hydraulic Fluid Level Check hydraulic fluid level at startup and every 10 hours. Ma

Service - 58 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualStartup/10 HourCMW®Check Track Tension Check track tension at startup and every 10 hours and adjust as neede

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Overview - 5Operator OrientationCMW®Operator Orientation1. Front of unit2. Right side of unit3. Rear of unit4. Left side

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service - 59Startup/10 HourCMW®Check Hydraulic Hoses Check hydraulic hoses for leaks at startup and every 10 ho

Service - 60 SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual50 HourCMW®50 Hour Change Engine Oil and Filter (Initial) Change engine oil after 50 hours. Drain oil (1)

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service - 6150 HourCMW®Change Hydraulic Filter (initial) Change hydraulic filter after 50 hours.Check Fan Belt for Tens

Service - 62 SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual50 HourCMW®Check Radiator/Fluid Cooler Check radiator/hydraulic fluid cooler for dirt, grass, and other

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service - 63200 HourCMW®200 Hour Change Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter every 200 hours. Drain oil

Service - 64 SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual200 HourCMW®Change Hydraulic Filter Change hydraulic filter every 200 hours.Check Lug Nut Torque Check lug

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service - 65500 HourCMW®500 Hour Change Fuel Filters Change filters every 500 hours. If you refuel from cans, replace

Service - 66 SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual2000 HourCMW®Change Hydraulic Fluid and Filter Change hydraulic fluid and filter every 500 hours. Change ev

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service - 67As NeededCMW®As Needed Change Air Filter Change air filter when red band on indicator (1) is visible.

Service - 68 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualAs NeededCMW®Check Battery Check battery as needed. Keep battery clean and terminals free of corrosion. To

Overview - 6 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualAbout This ManualCMW®About This ManualThis manual contains information for the proper use of this machine. S

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service - 69As NeededCMW®Charge Battery Before You Start Electronic components can be easily damaged by electrical surg

Service - 70 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualAs NeededCMW®Charging Procedure (Engine Off)1. Park service vehicle close to disabled equipment but do not a

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 71SK750/SK755 Basic UnitCMW®SpecificationsSK750/SK755 Basic Unit Dimensions U.S. MetricH2 Hinge pin

Specifications - 72 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualSK750/SK755 Basic UnitCMW®Specifications are called out according to SAE recommended practices. Speci

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 73SK750 Power SpecificationsCMW®SK750 Power SpecificationsSpecifications are called out according to SA

Specifications - 74 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualSK755 Power SpecificationsCMW®SK755 Power SpecificationsSpecifications are called out according to SA

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Support - 75ProcedureCMW®SupportProcedureNotify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Ditch Witch® eq

CMW®Warranty - 76 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualWarrantyDitch Witch® Equipment and Replacement PartsLimited Warranty PolicySubject to the limitation an

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Foreword - 7CMW®ForewordThis manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and operation

SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual Service Record - 79CMW®Service RecordService Performed Date Hours

CMW®Service Record - 80 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualService Performed Date Hours

Foreword - 8 SK750/SK755 Operator’s ManualCMW®SK750/755Operator’s ManualIssue number 2.0 / OM-7/14Part number 053-2570Copyright 2012, 2014by The Charl