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ASSEMBLY
60C 01/10 Assembly Section 3-2
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ASSEMBLY
MOUNTING BACKHOE TO TRACTOR
1. Back tractor close enough to backhoe to connect hose kit or pump to tractor.
WARNING: BEFORE leaving the Power Unit Seat, always engage the brake and set the Power Unit
transmission in parking gear, disengage the auxiliary hydraulics, stop the engine, remove the key,
and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Using backhoe hydraulics, lower stabilizers until backhoe can be connected to 3-point hitch. Bottom of
backhoe boom pivot should be 8 to 12 inches off ground when attaching to tractor lower 3-point arms.
3. Connect lower 3-point hitch members to backhoe and secure using linch pins from 3-point hitch.
4. Connect link assembly to upper connecting point on 3-point hitch using clevis pin and linch pin from 3-point
hitch.
NOTE: Insert adapter tube (5) in end of link assembly if necessary to adapt to smaller 3-point connecting pin.
5. Adjust link assembly length if necessary for backhoe mainframe to rest in vertical position.
NOTE: Adjustment limitations are shown in Figure 3.
6. Check for proper operator head clearance with ROPS and cab (Figure 4).
7. Tighten all hardware in upper link assembly to torque specifications in backhoe manual.
WARNING: Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin causing serious injury.
• DO NOT use your hands to check for leaks. Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks.
• Stop engine and relieve pressure before connecting or disconnecting lines.
• Tighten all connections before starting engine or pressurizing lines.
If any fluid is injected into skin, obtain medical attention immediately or gangrene may result.