Ditch Witch JT40 - Page 225

Service - 224 JT40/JT40 All Terrain Operator’s Manual
1000 Hour
Change Standard Duty Anchor Gearbox
Oil
Change heavy duty anchor gearbox oil every 1000
hours. Capacity is 14 oz (0.41 L) MPL per gearbox.
To change:
1. Ensure that gearbox is level.
2. Drain oil at gearbox oil drain (5). Replace drain
plug.
3. Remove four bolts (1) to remove hydraulic
motor (2).
4. Remove o-ring (3). Replace if needed. Contact
your Ditch Witch
®
dealer for replacement parts.
5. Fill gearbox with MPL at fill (shown).
Change Engine Drive Belt
Change engine drive belt every 1000 hours.
1. Turn off engine and remove key.
2. Use a 1/2” drive rachet at pulley (1) to remove
tension.
3. Remove belt (2).
4. Inspect engine belt tensioner (3) for damage
and debris.
5. Install new belt.
IMPORTANT: Gearbox must be level for accurate reading.
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