Ditch Witch SK800 - Engine and Belt Maintenance

Maintenance - 70 SK800 Operator’s Manual
Procedures
Engine Compartment
Check for debris every 10 hours. Remove debris
from engine compartment manually. Do not use
water or compressed air.
Filter, Air
Check before startup and every 10 hours. Change when needed.
Check
Check air filter service indicator (1). Change filter
when red band on indicator is visible.
Change
1. Remove cover (5).
2. Remove primary element (3).
3. Wipe inside of housing (2) and cover.
4. Insert secondary element (4) and ensure it is
seated correctly.
5. Insert new primary element.
6. Install cover with dust ejector (6)) facing
down.
7. Reset air filter service indicator.
NOTICE: Check more often if operating in
large brush, grassy conditions, or if machine is
being stored.
NOTICE: Only open air filter housing when red band on indicator is visible. Change the elements. Do
not attempt to clean them.
• Improperly installed primary element can lead to premature engine failure.
• Compressed air or water can damage filter elements.
• Tapping filter elements to loosen dirt can damage elements.
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