*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Overview - 2 Serial Number Location Serial Number Location Record serial number and date of purchase in spaces provided. Serial number is located as shown. t46om013w.eps Item Date of manufacture Date of purchase...
Overview - 3 Intended Use Intended Use The SK800 is a platform, rubber track compact tool carrier unit designed for medium-duty construction work. The machine has a quick attach plate which makes it easy for an operator to connect different attachments.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Overview - 5 Operator Orientation Operator Orientation IMPORTANT: Top view of machine is shown. 1. Front 2. Right side 3. Rear 4. Left side t46om015w.eps Operating Area IMPORTANT: Top view of machine is shown.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Overview - 6 About This Manual About This Manual This manual contains information for the proper use of this machine. Cross references such as “See page 50” will direct you to detailed procedures.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Foreword - 7 Foreword This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and operation instructions to help maintain your Ditch Witch equipment. Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the equipment at all times for future reference.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Foreword - 8 SK800 Operator’s Manual Kubota® D1105 Issue number 2.0/OM-7/20 Part number 053-2976 Copyright 2017, 2020 by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. and Ditch Witch are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Contents - 9 Contents Overview Machine serial number, information about the type of work this machine is designed to perform, basic machine components, and how to use this manual Foreword Part number, revision level, and publication date of this manual, and factory contact...
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Contents - 10 Support The warranty policy for this machine and procedures for obtaining warranty consideration and training *AAA Rent-All 225-291-1356*...
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Safety - 12 Guidelines Guidelines Misuse of machine can cause death or serious injury. Read and understand operator’s manual and all other safety instructions before use. Know how to use all controls. Raised component. Crushing can cause death or serious injury.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Safety - 13 Emergency Procedures Emergency Procedures Underground utilities. Contact can cause death or serious injury. Locate and verify underground utilities before digging or drilling. Before operating any equipment, review emergency procedures and check that all safety precautions have been taken.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Safety - 14 Emergency Procedures If an Electric Line is Damaged If you suspect an electric line has been damaged, DO NOT MOVE. Take the following actions. The order and degree of action will depend on the situation.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Safety Awareness - 15 Safety Alert Classifications Safety Alert Classifications These classifications and the icons defined on the following pages work together to alert you to situations which could be harmful to you, jobsite bystanders, or your equipment. When you see these words and icons in the book or on the machine, carefully read and follow all instructions.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Safety Awareness - 16 Machine Safety Alerts Machine Safety Alerts Lift point. See Transport chapter for more information. Tiedown location. See Transport chapter for more information. Raised component. Crushing can cause death or serious injury.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Safety Awareness - 17 Machine Safety Alerts Lifted load. Crushing can cause death or serious injury. Stay away from lifted load and its range of movement. Moving parts. Contact can cause serious injury.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 20 Prepare Jobsite Prepare Jobsite Underground utilities. Contact can cause death or serious injury. Locate and verify underground utilities before digging or drilling. To help avoid injury: • Expose lines by careful hand digging or soft excavation before operating equipment. Use appropriate equipment and procedures for exposing utility lines.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 21 Prepare Jobsite Identify Hazards Inspect jobsite before transporting equipment. Check for the following: • overall grade or slope • changes in elevation such as hills or open trenches • obstacles such as buildings, railroad crossings, or streams •...
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 22 Prepare Jobsite Locate Utilities Notify One-Call Services Mark proposed path with white paint and have underground utilities located before working. • In the US or Canada, call 811 (US) or 888-258-0808 (US and Canada). Also contact any local utilities that do not participate in the One-Call service.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 23 Prepare Jobsite Classify Jobsite Select a Classification Jobsites are classified according to underground hazards present, not by line being installed. Jobsite may have more than one classification. If working . . .
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 24 Prepare Jobsite Crystalline Dust Jobsite Precautions Silica dust. Exposure can cause lung disease or cancer. Use breathing protection. Crystalline silica dust is a naturally occurring substance found in soil, sand, concrete, granite, and quartz.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 25 Prepare Operator Prepare Operator Jobsite hazards. Exposure can cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain appropriate safety equipment. To help avoid injury: •...
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 27 Prepare Equipment Assemble Accessories If required, mount fire extinguisher near the power unit but away from possible points of ignition. The fire extinguisher should always be classified for both oil and electric fires. It should meet legal and regulatory requirements.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 28 Prepare Equipment 3. Tilt attachment plate (2) forward. 4. Position attachment plate in upper lip of receiver plate (1) on attachment. 5. Raise lift arms while tilting back attachment plate to engage pins.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Prepare - 29 Prepare Equipment Hydraulic Connection If attachment requires hydraulic power for operation, connect hydraulic hoses. Pressurized fluid or air. Injection can cause death or serious injury. Refer to operator’s manual for correct use.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Controls - 32 Attachment Plate Attachment Plate t51om034w.eps 1. Level indicator 2. Attachment latches Item Description IMPORTANT 1. Level indicator To level bucket, adjust bucket To level other attachments, adjust position until indicator is at attachment position until it is level.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Controls - 33 Battery Disconnect Battery Disconnect t46om003w.eps Item Description IMPORTANT Battery disconnect switch NOTICE: To disconnect, move left. To connect, move right. • Do not disconnect with engine running. • To avoid equipment damage, wait two minutes after turning engine off before disconnecting battery.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Controls - 35 Gauges and Indicators Item Description IMPORTANT 2. Engine coolant Displays coolant temperature gauge temperature. 3. Engine oil pressure Lights when engine oil Lights briefly when engine is started. indicator pressure is low.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Controls - 36 Gauges and Indicators Item Description IMPORTANT 7. Engine coolant Lights when engine coolant When indicator lights, alarm will temperature indicator temperature is too high. sound. 8. Glow plug indicator Lights when ignition switch is on and glow plug button is pressed.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Controls - 37 Operator Station Operator Station t46om002w.eps 1. Left track drive control/track drive joystick* Lift arm control 2. Right track drive control/track drive joystick* 6. Attachment drive control 3. Parking brake 7. Throttle 4.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Controls - 38 Operator Station Item Description IMPORTANT 1. Left track drive control To drive forward, push both See “Steer” on page 43. controls forward. 2. Right track drive control To drive in reverse, pull back.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Controls - 39 Operator Station Item Description IMPORTANT 5. Lift arm control To move lift arms down, push. To float, push to end. To move lift arms up, pull. To curl attachment up, move left.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Drive - 41 Drive Chapter Contents For additional precautions, see “Safety” and “Prepare” chapters. IMPORTANT: For more information on how to operate controls, see “Controls” chapter. Start ........42 Steer .
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Drive - 42 Start Start EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN: Shut off machine or press remote engine stop button (if equipped). Misuse of machine can cause death or serious injury. Read and understand operator’s manual and all other safety instructions before use.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Drive - 43 Steer Steer Single Joystick Ground Drive To steer while moving forward, push joystick and then move left or right. Machine will gradually turn. To steer while moving in reverse, pull joystick and then move left or right. Machine will gradually turn.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Drive - 44 Operate Slope Guidelines Tipover. Crushing can cause death or serious injury. Follow procedure in operator’s manual. Drive cautiously. To help avoid injury: • Operate at slow speed when on rough terrain.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Drive - 45 Shut Down Reduce Track Wear Rubber tracks are best suited at soil-based jobsites with minimal rocks and debris. To reduce track wear drive slowly and make wide turns. Avoid the following: •...
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Transport - 47 Transport Chapter Contents For additional precautions, see “Safety” and “Prepare” chapters. IMPORTANT: For more information on how to operate controls, see “Controls” chapter. Lift ........48 •...
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Transport - 48 Lift Lift Lifted load. Crushing weight can cause death or serious injury. Stay away from lifted load and its range of movement. To help avoid injury: Only lift unit without attachment installed.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Transport - 49 Haul Haul Misuse of machine can cause death or serious injury. Read and understand operator’s manual and all other safety instructions before use. Know how to use all controls. To help avoid injury: •...
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Transport - 50 Haul Load Horizontal movement. Crushing can cause death or serious injury. Read and understand operator’s manual and all safety instructions before use. To help avoid injury: Start and operate only from platform.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Transport - 51 Haul Tie Down Points Tiedown points are identified by tiedown decals. Securing to truck or trailer at other points is unsafe and can damage machinery. Procedure Loop a transport chain around each tie down point. See chart below for correct distances between tiedown ends.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Transport - 52 Retrieve Unload Horizontal movement. Crushing can cause death or serious injury. Read and understand operator’s manual and all safety instructions before use. To help avoid injury: Start and operate only from platform.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Transport - 53 Retrieve 4. Activate tow valves on both front and rear pumps by turning levers into position shown. NOTICE: When bypass valves are open, only parking brake functions. 5. Remove blocks.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Complete the Job - 55 Complete the Job Chapter Contents For additional precautions, see “Safety” and “Prepare” chapters. Rinse Equipment ......56 Disconnect Attachment .
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Complete the Job - 56 Rinse Equipment Rinse Equipment NOTICE: • Do not spray water onto operator’s console or electrical center in engine compartment. Water can damage electrical components. Wipe down instead. •...
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 58 Maintenance Precautions Maintenance Precautions Jobsite hazards. Exposure can cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain appropriate safety equipment. To help avoid injury: •...
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 59 Maintenance Precautions Welding Precaution NOTICE: Welding can damage electronics. • Welding currents can damage electronic components. Always disconnect the ECU ground connection from the frame, harness connections to the ECU, and other electronic components prior to welding on machine or attachments.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 61 Recommended Lubricants Engine Oil Temperature Chart SAE 30 SAE 15W-40 SAE 10W-30 t46om017w.eps Temperature range anticipated before next oil change Approved Coolant NOTICE: • Use only pre-diluted coolant or concentrated coolant mixed with distilled water. Do not use tap water.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 62 Recommended Lubricants Approved Fuel HRC (Highly Regulated Countries) Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) poses a greater static ignition hazard than earlier diesel formulations with higher sulfur content. Avoid death or serious injury from fire or explosion; consult with your fuel or fuel system supplier to ensure the delivery system is in compliance with fueling standards for proper grounding and bonding practices.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 65 Procedures Procedures Battery Corrosive fluid. Contact can cause death or serious injury. Avoid contact. Wear appropriate gloves. See Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for more information. To help avoid injury: •...
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 66 Procedures Check 1. Disconnect battery at battery disconnect switch, if equipped. 2. Ensure no ignition sources are near battery. 3. Loosen and remove battery cable clamps carefully, negative (-) cable first.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 67 Procedures Charge 1. Park service vehicle close to disabled equipment but do not allow vehicles to touch. 2. Set parking brake in both, if equipped. 3. Turn both off. 4. Disconnect machine controller, if equipped.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 68 Procedures Belt, Fan Check every 150 hours. Adjust tension as needed. Change as needed. Check Check for excessive slack, damage, or wear. Belt is properly tensioned when it moves about 1/4-3/8”...
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 69 Procedures Coolant NOTICE: See “Approved Coolant” on page 61. Check before startup and every 10 hours. Change every 1000 hours. Check Level 1. Check at overflow bottle (2). 2. Add DEAC at fill (1) as needed to keep level at halfway point on overflow bottle.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 70 Procedures Engine Compartment NOTICE: Check more often if operating in large brush, grassy conditions, or if machine is being stored. Check for debris every 10 hours. Remove debris from engine compartment manually. Do not use water or compressed air.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 71 Procedures Filter, Fuel Change canister filter (1) and inline filter (2) every 600 hours. If refueling from cans, replace filters more often. t35om028w.eps t35om030w.eps Filter, Hydraulic Fluid Change filter (shown) at 50 hours and every 300 hours thereafter.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 72 Procedures Fluid Hydraulic NOTICE: Change every 250 hours if jobsite temperature exceeds 100°F (38°C) more than 50% of the time. IMPORTANT: Ensure cylinders are fully retracted. Check before startup and every 10 hours. Change every 600 hours.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 73 Procedures Fuel Hose Check fuel hose (shown) and clamp bands every 50 hours. If clamp is loose, apply oil to the threads and retighten. If hose is worn, replace. Bleed fuel system if hose and/or clamp is changed.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 74 Procedures Hydraulic Hoses Pressurized fluid or air. Injection can cause death or serious injury. Refer to operator’s manual for correct use. To help avoid injury: • Use a piece of cardboard or wood, rather than hands, to check for leaks.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 75 Procedures Idler Roller Bearings Check idler roller bearings (shown) at 50 hours and every 300 hours thereafter. Adjust as needed. Check 1. Lift machine. 2. Release track tension. See “Track Tension” on page 78.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 76 Procedures Intake Air Line NOTICE: Keep dust out of the intake air line to prevent damage to the engine. Check intake air line (shown) for dirt and debris every 300 hours.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 77 Procedures Parking Brake Check before startup and every 10 hours. 1. Start engine. 2. Ensure parking brake pin (shown) moves freely allowing brake to be set and released. 3. Clean mud and debris from area around pin.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 78 Procedures Track Tension Contents under pressure. Impact can cause death or serious injury. Relieve pressure before opening. To help avoid injury: • Service track grease cylinder only while standing away from zerk.
Chapter Contents SK800 ........80 Declaration of Conformity ....83...
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 80 SK800 SK800 t35om026w.eps Dimensions Metric Angle of departure 27° 27° Overall height of machine 57” 1450mm Hinge pin height, max 83” 2108mm Operating height, max, standard bucket 105” 2667mm Overall length of loader, no attachment 86”...
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Depending on the attachment, the actual operating capacity of the attachment may vary. Tipping capacity 2465lb 1118kg * Includes machine weight, 175-lb (80-kg) bucket, 165-lb (75-kg) operator Power Plant Metric Engine: Kubota® D1105, EPA Tier 4, EU Stage IIIa Fuel Diesel Number of cylinders Displacement 68.5in 1.12L Bore 3.07”...
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 83 Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity Countries in the European Union should have received a Declaration of Conformity (DOC) with this machine similar to the example below. The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Support - 85 Registration Support Registration If your equipment was purchased through a Ditch Witch dealer, it is already registered. If you purchased from any other source, please email productsupportwarrantyadmin@ditchwitch.com or fill out the registration card located in the back of the parts manual.
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*Always follow manufacturer instructions* SK800 Operator’s Manual Warranty - 86 Resources Warranty Ditch Witch Equipment and Replacement Parts Limited Warranty Policy Subject to the limitation and exclusions herein, free replacement parts will be provided at any authorized Ditch Witch dealership for any Ditch Witch equipment or parts manufactured by the Ditch Witch factory that fail due to a defect in material or workmanship within one (1) year of first commercial use.