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F-4145 01/11 Operation Section 4-9
© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
REMOVAL FROM TRACTOR - STORAGE
Backhoe is self-assisting during installation and removal
procedures.
1. Put stabilizers down and lift backhoe slightly. Rotate
boom straight back.
2. Install swing lock pin.
3. Complete raise boom and lower dipperstick. Curl
bucket until bottom of bucket is level with ground.
Lower boom until bucket rests firmly on ground.
4. Remove pins which secure backhoe to tractor.
5. Slowly drive forward until tractor clears backhoe.
Engage tractor brakes.
6. Lower backhoe by raising stabilizers and boom until
backhoe or subframe rests on suitable blocking. Leave
stabilizers touching ground.
NOTE: For added stability, rest backhoe or subframe on
wood blocks or plywood.
7. Shut off tractor. Work handles back and forth to relieve
hydraulic pressure. Disconnect hydraulic lines or pump
from backhoe.
8. For long term storage, coat all exposed cylinder rods
with grease.
9. Lubricate all grease fittings, stabilizer pivot pins and
complete handle linkage.
WARNING: To avoid injury during removal of
backhoe:
• Do not permit bystanders within 15 feet.
• Dismount backhoe on firm level ground.
• Always shut off tractor engine, disengage PTO and
relieve pressure before disconnecting oil lines.