SK650 Operator’s Manual Service - 57
Startup/10 Hour
CMW
Check Hydraulic Fluid Level
Check hydraulic fluid level at startup and every
10 hours. Maintain fluid level at halfway point on
sight glass (2), when engine is off, cylinders are
fully retracted, and fluid is cool. If low, add THF at
fill (1).
Check Brake Operation
Check brake operation at startup and every 10
hours or more often when conditions warrant.
• Ensure parking brake pins (shown) move
freely allowing brake to be engaged and
disengaged.
• Clean mud and debris from area around pins.
Check Track Tension
Check track tension at startup and every 10
hours and adjust as needed. Track tension is
correct when compressed spring length
(dimension A) is 9 5/8” (244 mm) ±1/8” (3 mm).
1. Loosen jam nut.
2. Turn bolt (1) clockwise to tighten and
counterclockwise to loosen.
3. Tighten jam nut when tension is correct.