Ditch Witch SK850 - Manual (Page 97)

Service - 96
SK850 Operator’s Manual
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14. Unclamp links. Slowly release cable and lower chain to ground.
15. Lay chain on ground with teeth down.
To install chain:
1. Lay chain on ground with teeth down and pointed toward unit. Loop cable through end links.
2. Fasten and adjust seatbelt.
3. Start tractor. See page 72 for start-up procedures.
4. Disengage parking brake.
5. Move ground drive control to reverse.
6. Back unit up until chain extends past head shaft about 1’ (305 mm).
7. Move ground drive control to neutral.
8. Lower backfill blade to ground.
9. Lower boom to horizontal position.
10. Engage parking brake.
11. Turn ignition switch to STOP.
12. Pull rear end of chain over tail roller or sprocket.
13. Pull until chain is in place on boom.
14. Move chain down boom until chain connector pin and lock key can be installed. Install connector pin
and lock key.
15. Tighten chain by pumping EPG into grease cylinder.
Crushing weight could cause death or serious
injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay away.