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Foreword
Read and understand this manual and the machine operator's
manual before using your attachment. Keep it with the
equipment at all times for future reference. If you sell your
equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner.
If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch®
dealer. Visit our website at www.ditchwitch.com or write to
the following address:
The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Attn: Marketing Department
PO Box 66
Perry, OK 73077-0066
USA
The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject
to change without notice. The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
reserves the right to improve equipment. Some product
improvements may have taken place after this manual was
published. For the latest information on Ditch Witch
equipment, see your Ditch Witch dealer.
PR482/SK5PR Attachment
Operator's Manual
Issue number 2.0/OM-8/2021
Part number ID0443833
Copyright 2017, 2021
by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Ditch Witch is a registered trademark of
The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Equipment Modification
This equipment was designed and built in accordance with applicable
standards and regulations. Modification of equipment could mean
that it will no longer meet regulations and may not function properly
or in accordance with the operating instructions. Modification of
equipment should only be made by competent personnel possessing
knowledge of applicable standards, regulations, equipment design
functionality/requirements and any required specialized testing.
Attachment Operator's Manual
Publication number: ID0443833; page 1 of 6
Intended Use
The PR482/SK5PR attachment is designed for removing rocks
and small debris, and for thatching.
Safety Awareness
• Read and follow all safety precautions.
• 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. In countries that do
not have a One-Call service, contact all local utility companies to
have underground utilities located.
• Mark jobsite clearly and keep bystanders away.
• Wear personal protective equipment. Do not wear jewelry or loose
clothing that can catch on controls.
• Use equipment carefully. Stop operation and investigate anything
that does not look or feel right.
• Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any question about
operation, maintenance, or equipment use.
• Safety videos are available at www.ditchwitch.com and from
Ditch Witch dealers.
Safety Alert Classifications
These classifications and the icons 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. YOUR SAFETY
IS AT STAKE.
indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the
most extreme situations.
indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information considered important, but not hazard-
related (e.g., messages relating to property damage). IMPORTANT
can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way.
PR482/SK5PR
Original Instruction
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Summary of Contents for Charles Machine Works Ditch Witch PR482
- Page 1 The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject • Mark jobsite clearly and keep bystanders away. to change without notice. The Charles Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to improve equipment. Some product • Wear personal protective equipment. Do not wear jewelry or loose improvements may have taken place after this manual was clothing that can catch on controls.
- Page 2 PR482/SK5PR Attachment Operator’s Manual Publication number: ID0443833; page 2 of 6 Transport Safety Alerts Lift Use a hoist capable of supporting the attachment’s size and weight. See “Specifications” on page 5 or measure and weigh attachment before lifting. Controls Attachment Function To raise rake, raise lift (loader) arms.
- Page 3 PR482/SK5PR Attachment Operator’s Manual Publication number: ID0443833; page 3 of 6 Connect Attachment Hydraulic Hoses Pressurized fluid or air Attachment could pierce skin and cause injury or death. Stay away. IMPORTANT: Before connecting attachment to machine, ensure that mount and receiver plates are free of dirt and To help avoid injury: debris and that latch handles are down.
- Page 4 PR482/SK5PR Attachment Operator’s Manual Publication number: ID0443833; page 4 of 6 Operate Attachment Adjustment Endplates Rotating shaft. Crushing will cause death or serious injury. Stay away. Endplates collect material in front of the roller while clean To help avoid injury: material passes between the roller and the barrier.
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Page 5: Maintenance
PR482/SK5PR Attachment Operator’s Manual Publication number: ID0443833; page 5 of 6 Maintenance Application Techniques Break Compacted Soil To help avoid injury: Unless otherwise noted, all maintenance should be performed with the engine off. Roll attachment plate back until guide wheels are lifted and only the toothed roller is in contact with the ground. -
Page 6: Warranty
PR482/SK5PR Attachment Operator’s Manual Publication number: ID0443833; page 6 of 6 Support Warranty Ditch Witch® Equipment and Replacement Parts Procedure Limited Warranty Policy Subject to the limitation and exclusions herein, free replacement parts will be Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of provided at any authorized Ditch Witch dealership for any Ditch Witch Ditch Witch®...