Ditch Witch 410SX - Manual (Page 112)

410sx Operator’s Manual
Service - 111
As Needed
To remove chain:
1. Fasten and adjust seat belt.
2. Start tractor. See page 44 for proper start-up
procedures.
3. Move attachment direction/speed control until
digging chain connector pin is on top of boom.
4. Lower boom to ground.
5. Engage parking brake.
6. Turn ignition switch to STOP.
7. Roller booms: Secure chain by clamping links on
either side of connector pin with chain jaws
(shown). Squeeze jaws to reduce pressure on
connector pin.
Sprocket booms: Lock rear idler sprocket.
8. Loop cable through links nearest connector pin.
9. Loosen plug on grease cylinder or turn tension bolts counterclockwise to relieve chain tension.
10. Stand clear of chain and remove lock key from connector pin. Drive connector pin out of link.
Pressurized fluid could pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay
away.
NOTICE: Service digging boom grease cylinder only while standing on opposite side of boom.
Wear gloves and safety glasses, and cover fitting with cloth when relieving pressure in cylinder.
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