Land Pride
Introduction
Table of Contents
Backhoe Operation, Maintenance & Safety Tips
1.Your backhoe must be mounted only on a tractor equipped with a Category 1 or 2 hitch or Skid Steer Hitch. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
2.When servicing the backhoe, make sure all moving parts are on the ground.
3.To avoid injury from escaping pressurized hydraulic fluid, move the control levers in all directions before disconnecting any hoses, steel lines, or couplers.
4.Keep footpads clean to prevent feet from slipping while mounting backhoe.
5.Do not transport your backhoe with the bucket fully raised.
6.Be sure your tractor has sufficient front end weight to operate and transport the backhoe.
7.When traveling on highways and roads, be sure the boom and stabilizers are in the fully raised position and transport lock is in the transport lock position.
8.When traveling on a road with your backhoe, use proper safety lights and warning sign. Check local regulations.
9.When traveling with your backhoe, do not make sudden starts, stops or turn at high speeds. Do not exceed safe speed limits on rough ground. Do not make sudden starts when climbing grades.
10.Always wear protective headgear while operating backhoe.
11.Be sure to lower the stabilizers to the ground before operating the backhoe.
12.Lookout for overhead low hanging wires. Do not touch wires with any part of the backhoe.
13.Do not operate from any position other than the backhoe’s operator’s seat.
14.Before swinging the backhoe for any reason, make sure you have room to swing and that all persons are clear of the backhoe.
15.Be extra careful when working on hillsides and close to ditches or any place where danger of tipping or sliding is possible.
16.Do not dig under the stabilizers or backhoe, as a
17.Be sure you are not digging over underground wiring or other underground obstructions.
18.When digging to either side and close to the tractor, be extremely careful that the backhoe does not contact the stabilizers as serious damage could occur.
19.Do not attempt to raise the tractor off the ground or move the tractor forward or backward using the boom or stabilizers.
20.When leaving the backhoe for any reason, lower the bucket to the ground for safety.
21.Never leave the backhoe unattended with tractor engine running.
22.To prevent injury during assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, or removal of the backhoe, it is recommended that gloves, safety glasses or face shield, and safety toe shoes be worn.
23.Do not wear loose clothing while operating or working near the backhoe. Keep hair and clothing away from all moving parts of the backhoe.
24.Only the operator should be near the backhoe during operation. Keep all others a minimum of fifty feet away from your work area.
25.Keep your work area clear of obstacles at all times.
26.Children should never be permitted to operate the backhoe.
27.Do not attempt any repairs, maintenance, or adjustments of your backhoe while it is in operation. Always turn off your tractor before making repairs or adjustments or performing maintenance procedures.
28.When the use of hand tools is required to perform any part of assembly, installation, removal or adjustment of the backhoe, be sure that the tools are designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer for the specific task in which they are being used.
29.Keep all bolts and nuts tight. Replace any damaged or worn parts such as hydraulic hoses and fittings immediately. Always use Land Pride replacement parts.
30.Perform all maintenance procedures as recommended.
31.Anytime hoses are disconnected from your backhoe, cover all open ports with protective caps or plugs in order to prevent contamination of the oil supply.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for the operator if the backhoe is mounted to a tractor with a cab or is equipped with a ROPS. The ROPS may need to be extended or flipped around to obtain sufficient clearance.
7/14/08 | BH3512 Backhoes | 7 |