Ditch Witch SK850 - Manual (Page 37)

Controls - 36
SK850 Operator’s Manual
Controls
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4. Ignition switch To start engine, insert key and
turn clockwise.
To stop engine, turn key
counterclockwise.
IMPORTANT:
• If engine does not start or stalls,
turn key to STOP and then
restart.
• Do not allow starter motor to run
continuously for more than 20
seconds.
5. Lift arm control To move lift arms down, push.
To float, push forward to end.
To move lift arms up, pull.
To curl attachment up, move
to left.
To curl attachment down,
move to right.
IMPORTANT: Exercise caution when
lifting loads. See page 98 for
operating capacities.
IMPORTANT: If unit is equipped with
TR50 trencher, this will raise and
lower boom.
6. Attachment drive
control To engage attachment drive
in reverse, lift lever lock and
push forward.
To engage attachment drive
in forward, lift lever lock and
pull back.
IMPORTANT:
• Lever lock engages when control
is in neutral.
• Use foot pedal to hold attachment
control in the on position when
hands are busy operating lift arm
or track drive controls.
7. Attachment drive foot
control To hold attachment drive in
engaged position (forward or
reverse), lift lever lock, move
lever in desired direction, and
press pedal.
To return attachment drive
control to neutral, release
pedal.
IMPORTANT: Use foot pedal to hold
attachment control in the on position
when hands are busy operating lift
arm or track drive controls.
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