Ditch Witch FXT50 - Manual (Page 103)

Service - 102
FX50 Operator’s Manual
As Needed
CMW
Change Air Filter
Change air filter element when red band on filter
minder (5) is visible. Push button to reset
indicator.
To replace air filter:
1. Disengage latches (2) and remove cover (1).
2. Remove the primary (3) and secondary (6)
filters from the canister (4).
3. Wipe out the canister (4) and cover (2) with a
damp cloth.
4. Install the new secondary and primary filters
by hand with a slight turn and firm push to
seat the filters in the canister.
5. Install the cover and engage latches.
6. Reset filter minder indicator (5) by pressing the red button.
Adjust Fan Belt Tension
Adjust belt tension as needed. Belt is properly
tensioned when it moves about 3/8” (10 mm)
when pushed at the long span (shown).
To adjust belt, move tensioner pulley:
1. Loosen socket bolt (2) and bolt (1).
2. Use a prybar in slots (3) to move pulley.
3. Tighten socket bolt (2) and bolt (1).
4. Check tension.
NOTICE: If the cover contacts the filter before the cover is fully in place, remove cover and push filter
element further into housing and try again. The cover should go on without extra force.
Note: Bolt heads are hidden. Use an 8 mm hex
wrench, 17 mm open end wrench, and a 1/2”
prybar for this procedure.
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