Kubota SK1050 User manual
SK1050
Operator’s
Manual
053-2963
Issue 2.0
Original Instruction
SK1050 Operator’s Manual Overview - 1
Overview
Chapter Contents
Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Equipment Modification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Unit Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operator Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
• Bulleted Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
• Numbered Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Overview - 2 SK1050 Operator’s Manual
Serial Number Location
Serial Number Location
Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. Unit serial number is located as shown.
Item
date of manufacture
date of purchase
unit serial number
engine serial number
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SK1050 Operator’s Manual Overview - 3
Intended Use
Intended Use
The SK1050 is a platform, rubber track compact tool carrier unit designed for light-to medium-duty
construction work. The SK1050 has a quick attach mount plate which makes it easy for an operator to
connect different attachments. The unit is designed for operation in temperatures typically experienced in
earth moving and construction work environments. Provisions may be required to operate in extreme
temperatures. Contact your Ditch Witch® dealer. Use in any other way is considered contrary to the
intended use.
The SK1050 should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons familiar with its particular
characteristics and acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.
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.
Overview - 4 SK1050 Operator’s Manual
Unit Components
Unit Components
1. Operator station
2. Tracks
3. Engine compartment
4. Lift arms
5. Attachment plate
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SK1050 Operator’s Manual Overview - 5
Operator Orientation
Operator Orientation
1. Front of unit
2. Right side of unit
3. Rear of unit
4. Left side of unit
1
2
3
4
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Overview - 6 SK1050 Operator’s Manual
About This Manual
About This Manual
This manual contains information for the proper use of this machine. See the beige Operation Overview
pages for basic operating procedures. Cross references such as “See page 50” will direct you to detailed
procedures.
Bulleted Lists
Bulleted lists provide helpful or important information or contain procedures that do not have to be
performed in a specific order.
Numbered Lists
Numbered lists contain illustration callouts or list steps that must be performed in order.
SK1050 Operator’s Manual Foreword - 7
Foreword
This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and operation
instructions to help you use and maintain your Ditch Witch® equipment.
Read this manual before using your equipment. 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. If you need assistance in locating a
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.
Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch equipment.
Foreword - 8 SK1050 Operator’s Manual
SK1050
Operator’s Manual
Issue number 2.0 / OM-02/18
Part number 053-2963
Copyright 2016, 2018
by The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
and Ditch Witch are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
This product and its use may be covered by one or more patents at http://patents.charlesmachine.works.
SK1050 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
1
Foreword
part number, revision level, and publication date of this manual, and factory contact
information
7
Safety
machine safety alerts and emergency procedures
11
Controls
machine controls, gauges, and indicators and how to use them
21
Prepare
procedures for inspecting and classifying the jobsite, planning the installation path (if
needed), preparing the jobsite for work, and connecting attachments
41
Drive
procedures for startup, cold start, driving, and shutdown
51
Transport
procedures for lifting, hauling, and towing
57
Complete the Job
procedures for restoring the jobsite and rinsing and storing equipment
65
Service
service intervals and instructions for this machine including lubrication, replacement
of wear items, and basic maintenance
67
Specifications
machine specifications including weights, measurements, power ratings, and fluid
capacities
93
Support
the warranty policy for this machine, and procedures for obtaining warranty
consideration and training
97
Service Record
a record of major service performed on the machine
101
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