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Operation 17
MAN0306 (Rev. 5/23/2008)
Figure 12. Backhoe Tie Down Location
REMOVE AND STORE BACKHOE
The only time the backhoe may be operated
from a position other than the operator seat is dur-
ing backhoe attachment and removal. Operator
must:
• Read Mounting Kit Manual instructions on
attaching and removing backhoe and use
extreme care.
• Always stand between rear tire and backhoe
stabilizer arms or along side of tractor to avoid
being trapped should the boom swing control
be accidentally activated.
Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
NOTE: See the sub-frame mounting kit manual that fits
your tractor for specific instructions.
1. Position tractor on a hard level surface and center
the backhoe boom.
2. Lower stabilizers and take weight off of rear tractor
tires.
3. Lower boom and dipper to form 90-degree angle
and rest bucket on the ground.
4. Remove klik pins from lock pins. Remove lock pins
and rotate latches into the open position. Install
lock pins to secure.
5. Lower stabilizers until backhoe mounts clear the
tractor brackets.
6. Lower backhoe until backhoe mounts are firmly on
the ground. Raise stabilizers all the way up.
Retract boom cylinder and engage lock bar.
7. Turn off engine, set brakes, and remove key.
8. Disconnect backhoe hydraulic hoses from tractor.
NOTICE
■ Failure to connect tractor hoses together will
result in damage to tractor hydraulic system.
9. Connect male quick coupler on the end of the
RETURN hose to the female quick coupler on the
bulkhead support bracket when backhoe is
removed (Figure 13).
Figure 13. Hose Connection - Backhoe Removed
10. Connect IN and OUT quick couplers on backhoe
together to prevent dirt and debris from accumulat-
ing in quick couplers.
Figure 14. Backhoe Hose Connection