Plow, Rt45 operator’s manual – Ditch Witch RT45 User Manual

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RT45 Operator’s Manual

500 Hour

CMW

®

Test Coolant Freeze Protection Level

With engine cool, test coolant freeze protection
level using a hydrometer or refractometer.
Recommended freeze protection level is -34°F
(-37°C). Adjust as needed.

If colder temperatures are expected, consult your
Ditch witch dealer or coolant supplier.

Use pre-dilluted coolant to maintain proper freeze
protection.

Plow

Change Plow Vibrator Oil

Change plow vibrator oil every 500 hours.

To change:

1.

Open fill (1) to vent vibrator.

2.

Drain oil at drain plug (3).

3.

Replace plug and move plow vibrator to horizontal position.

4. Add MPL at fill (1) until oil is halfway up sight glass (2).

IMPORTANT: See page 142 for information
on approved coolants.

273-423

Hot parts may

cause burns. Do not touch until cool.

To help avoid injury: Do not drain oil from
plow vibrator when hot. Let vibrator cool before
removing drain plug.

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