FHM BACKHOE BH 8, Operation And Parts Manual

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Farmer-Helper BH 8 & 9 13 Revision 08 - 2017
5. TRACTOR PREPARATION
Rear Counterweight
CAUTION
Do not exceed the manufacturer's rating for maximum gross vehicle weight. Refer to Operator's
Manual or ROPS serial plate provided with tractor.
Certain specific conditions may not permit safe use of backhoe at backhoe rating or may require
more careful restricted operation at the rated load.
ROPS System
The tractor must be equipped with an approved ROPS System to ensure adequate operator's
protection.
Tractor Hydraulic System
Tractor operation in a backhoe application significantly increase demands on the tractor
Hydraulic System. Check the tractor Hydraulic system fluid level daily. Refer to your tractor
Operator's Manual maintenance section for instructions regarding tractor hydraulic system
maintenance.
Adhere to recommendation in your Tractor Operator's Manual concerning hydraulic fluid and filter
specifications, and change intervals.
CAUTION
The tractor/backhoe must only be operated with all safety equipment properly installed.
Tire Inflation
Front tires must be maintained at the maximum recommend-ed inflation to maintain normal tire
profile with the added weight of backhoe/material.
Rear tires must be maintained at equal pressure within the recommended tire inflation range. Unequal
rear tire inflation can prevent backhoe attachment from contacting the ground across its full width.
Wheel Tread Settings
Tractor front wheel tread setting must be restricted to wheel tread spacing recommended in the
tractor Operator's Manual.