Ditch Witch JT5 - As Needed Service (Continued)

JT5 Operator’s Manual Service - 139
As Needed
CMW
®
Check Track Tension and Condition
Check track tension and condition and adjust or
replace as needed. See your Ditch Witch
®
dealer
for replacement parts.
To adjust, turn bolt (1) clockwise to tighten and
counterclockwise to loosen. Track tension is correct
when dimension A is approximately 2.25” (57 mm).
Adjust Fan Belt
Adjust fan belt as needed.
1. Turn off engine and remove key.
2. Apply moderate thumb pressure to belt
between pulleys where shown.
Belt is properly tensioned when deflection is
about 1/4-3/8” (7-9 mm).
3. If needed, loosen alternator bolts (1,2) and
pull alternator out until correct tension is
reached.
Replace Air Filter
1. Open filter canister.
2. Remove and discard primary filter (3) and
safety elements (2).
3. Install new safety (2) and primary (3)
elements.
4. Close canister.
5. Reset air filter indicator (1).