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RT120Q Operator's Manual - Ditch Witch

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<strong>RT120Q</strong> Operator’s <strong>Manual</strong> Service - 169<br />

100 HOUR<br />

Plow<br />

Check Shear Mounts<br />

Check shear mounts for wear every 100 hours.<br />

Replace as needed.<br />

IMPORTANT: When replacing shear mounts,<br />

it is important to compress the shear mounts<br />

with the washers to prevent the shear mount<br />

from tearing.<br />

Test Plow Connector Pivots<br />

Test upper and lower connector pivots every 100<br />

hours.<br />

To test upper pivot:<br />

1. Lower plow to ground.<br />

2. Use plow lift control to put hydraulic load on<br />

pivot joints. Do not raise plow.<br />

3. As hydraulic load is applied and released,<br />

visually check joints for motion. If motion is<br />

observed, contact your <strong>Ditch</strong> <strong>Witch</strong> dealer.<br />

To test lower pivot:<br />

1. Lower plow to ground.<br />

2. Use hydraulic jack to place load on lower arm.<br />

3. As hydraulic load is applied and released, visually check joints for motion. If motion is observed,<br />

contact your <strong>Ditch</strong> <strong>Witch</strong> dealer.<br />

IMPORTANT: Lower plow blade to ground and visually inspect bushings and joints. Replace bushings if<br />

there is excessive motion.

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