Ditch Witch SK750/SK755 - Manual (Page 39)

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SK750/SK755 Operator’s Manual
Start Unit
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Start Unit
1. Ensure all controls are in neutral.
2. If necessary, use glow plugs and/or hydraulic fluid bypass control to warm cold engine. See “Hydraulic
Fluid Bypass” on page 27.
3. Move throttle to half open.
4. Turn ignition switch to start position and release when engine starts.
Drive
General Operation
1. Disengage parking brake.
2. Pull lift arm control to raise mount plate (and attachment) off ground.
3. Move track drive control to steer unit. See page 25.
4. Adjust throttle as needed.
5. See attachment operation manual for instructions regarding proper operation of attachments.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Turn ignition switch to STOP.
Tipover possible. Machine can tip over and crush you.
To help avoid injury:
• Always operate with load end uphill.
• Always carry load low. High load can cause tipping, loss of load or loss of
visibility.
• Never jerk control levers. Use a steady even motion.
• See page 72 for tip capacity.
IMPORTANT: If needed for attachment operation, push attachment drive foot control to hold
attachment control in the forward position while operating track drive and lift arm controls.