Ditch Witch FXT50 - Manual (Page 88)

FX50 Operator’s Manual
Service - 87
10 Hour
CMW
Check Water Pump Regulator
Check for proper operation of regulator every 10
hours.
To check:
1. Start engine.
2. Connect water pressure hose to water lance.
3. Move water pressure switch to on.
4. Squeeze water lance handle. Water pump
should engage.
5. Release water lance handle. Water pump
should disengage.
If pump does not engage and disengage with movement of water lance handle, water pump control system
is not functioning properly. See water pump manual for more information.
Clean Water Pump Filter
Clean water pump filter every 10 hours and
replace as needed.
1. Open filter housing.
2. Remove element and rinse housing
thoroughly with water.
3. Inspect element for signs of collapse and for
brittle or broken rubber seals on the ends of
the element. Replace as needed. See
page 103.
4. Replace element and close filter housing.
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