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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove trencher from shipping crate.
2. Install boom onto boom pivot/mount with the 7/8" wide wear strip on bottom side of
boom. Push boom on as far as it will go. Be sure adjuster screw is backed out.
SERVICE INFORMATION
1. Check reservoir level using sight glass on the left side of the tank. If required, add to
reservoir with tractor transmission hydraulic oil. (Shell DONAX TD FLUID or
comparable). The tank holds approximately 15 gallons of hydraulic oil. Recheck oil
level after the trencher has been run and oil has been circulated through the wheel and
chain motors. Routinely check level thereafter. DO NOT OVERFILL THE TANK.
2. Change hydraulic oil filter after the first 50 hours of use. Change it every 200 hours
thereafter.
3. Add 1 quart of hydraulic oil to reservoir with each filter change.
4. Check all hydraulic fittings for leaks and tighten if necessary.
5. Grease per the following chart:
IMPORTANT: The engine is normally serviced prior to shipping. However, shipping
regulations may prohibit this. Check levels and add oil and fuel as required before starting.
Service according to the engine manual before starting.
WARNING: Running the engine without hydraulic oil will cause serious damage to the
hydraulic pump. CHECK RESERVOIR LEVEL BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE.
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