16 Operation
MAN0306 (Rev. 5/23/2008)
Figure 9. Thumb in Storage Position
NOTE: Do not operate thumb using these hole posi-
tions. Damage to thumb will occur.
Figure 10.
TRANSPORT
Always engage swing and boom transport locks
and attach Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) sign before
transporting backhoe.
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely
fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death
from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable
ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.
Never leave equipment unattended with engine
running or with bucket in raised position. Always
engage swing and boom transport locks, relieve
system pressure by operating controls, and
remove ignition key before leaving equipment.
Transport and Swing Lock Installation
NOTICE
■ Before operating backhoe, disengage transport
lock bar and store swing lock pin. Push transport
lock bar down fully to prevent damage.
Engage transport lock by fully retracting boom and dip-
perstick. Position transport lock bar (1), located on right
side of swing frame, over transport lock pin (2).
Center boom from side to side and install swing lock
pin (3) through swing frame plate (4) and main frame.
Secure swing lock pin (3) with a safety pin (5) as
shown.
Always raise stabilizers before transporting backhoe.
Figure 11. Transport and Swing Lock Installation
Transport Backhoe and Tractor on a Trailer
The backhoe sub-frame provides tie down point for
securing backhoe and tractor on a trailer.
Insert chain through holes provided and secure to
trailer. See Figure 12.
1. Transport lock bar
2. Transport lock pin
3. Swing lock pin
4. Swing frame plate
5. Safety pin