Woods Equipment BH9000 manual Mount Sub-Frame & Backhoe to Tractor

SUB-FRAME & BACKHOE INSTALLATION TO TRACTORWWARNING

Mount Sub-Frame & Backhoe to Tractor

νThe sub-frame mount is designed to provide secure mounting and adequate operator clearance when properly installed. Check clearance dimen- sions shown in figure 1 to be sure you have installed sub-frame correctly. Follow all mounting instruc- tions in this manual. Do not operate backhoe unless there is adequate clearance. Failure to check and comply with these instructions may result in serious injury or death.

νThe only time the backhoe may be operated from a position other than the operator seat is during backhoe attachment and removal. Operator must

•Read Operator's Manual instructions on attach ing an d removing backhoe and use extreme care

•Engage swing lock to prevent boom rotation

•Always stand rearward of backhoe stabilizer arms or along side of tractor to avoid being trapped should the boom swing control be acci- dentally activated.

νRemove seat and upper support assembly before installing or removing backhoe from tractor. Failure to comply may result in equipment failure and/or personal injury.

1.Remove the backhoe seat assembly.

2.Place sub-frame flat on a hard level surface.

3.Back tractor over the sub-frame and center between the tractor rear tires. Position tractor so that the hydraulic system can be connected

4.Use the backhoe hydraulics to maneuver the sub-frame into position for hook-up. Use care in this procedure to avoid being trapped between tractor and backhoe or between backhoe parts.

5.Raise sub-frame up by lowering stabilizers and boom section until cross tube is level with rear mounting bracket channel.

6.Shut off tractor. Roll tractor back so tube slides into channel.

7.Fasten sub-frame in place by placing clevis pins into channel holes and secure with safety pins.

8.With the tractor engine off, relieve pressure in the backhoe boom to raise sub-frame into front hanger.

9.Install bent pin and klik pin.

MAN0047 (9/15/00) INSTALLATION 11