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Vertical Chain Case Ditcher Models
Lower the ditcher to the normal operating position and extend or retract the tractor’s center link
until the chain case is vertical.
Offset Chain Case Ditcher Models
Lower the ditcher to the normal operating position and extend or retract the tractor’s center link
until the side of the chain case the skid shoe is mounted to is vertical.
FLAT & CONCAVED SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
Before making any adjustments, lubricating or repairing: First, disengage the tractor’s PTO and
wait for the cutter head and cutting blades to come to a complete stop. Then slowly lower the
ditcher until skid shoe is touching the ground. Before dismounting from the tractor shut off the
engine set the parking brake and remove the key.
For the initial setting both flat and concaved skid shoes are adjusted the same regardless if they
are equipped with an adjusting ratchet or adjusting bar. Initially adjust the bottom of the skid shoe
so it positioned 1/2" to 1" above the bottom of the cutting blades. This will allow the ditcher to
reach normal cutting depth after a few feet of forward travel. The adjusting ratchet or adjusting bar
should then be adjusted as required to hold a uniform cutting depth. To achieve a deeper ditch
raise the skid shoe. Lower the skid shoe to shallow up the ditch.
