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The locking is operated with the extra lever on the right of the control valve, shown in figure on the next
page. The lever will move the brackets mounted under the backhoe and they are intended to be turned
against the bottom of the loader front frame.
Before the first use ensure that the
locking brackets are adjusted so
that they lean against even surface
under the loader front frame, and
not against bolt ends or similar
edges. Adjust the brackets if
needed.
For the best stability use the outriggers and the locking as described.
To avoid necessary load being applied on the loader boom structures do not try to
operate he loader boom while the locking is engaged. Open the hydraulic locking
before using the boom control lever.
6.3.
Digging with the backhoe
Check the operating area before starting to work:
•
Ensure that there are no other persons at the work site. Do not allow others closer
than five meters from the backhoe, near the danger area of the boom or directly in
front of the backhoe.
•
Make sure that it is safe to dig at the site. Find out if there are any electric cables,
water lines or similar obstacles within the reach of the equipment.
The backhoe is controlled with its two control levers. The operation of the control levers is shown in the figure
below. The backhoe has relatively many simultaneous movements, and it is advisable to familiarise the
operation with time and away from other persons or buildings.
Backhoe controls, left and right control lever
