GE, GX Series
Backhoe
Foreword
3
Table of Contents
1. Foreword ................................................................2
1.1 Introduction .........................................................2
1.2 Delivery Inspection Report ..................................4
1.3 Serial Number Location ......................................5
1.4 Product Decal Identification
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2. Safety ......................................................................7
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol ............................................7
2.2 Signal Words ......................................................7
2.3 Why Safety is Important ......................................8
2.4 Safety Rules .......................................................8
2.5 Operating Safety .................................................8
2.6 Maintenance Safety ..........................................10
2.7 Safe Zone .........................................................11
2.8 Work Zone ........................................................11
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3. Safety Signs .........................................................14
3.1 Safety Sign Locations .......................................14
3.2 Safety Sign Explanations ..................................15
3.3 Replacing Damaged Safety Signs ....................17
4. Familiarization......................................................18
4.1 To the New Operator ........................................18
4.2 Operator Orientation .........................................18
4.3 Machine Components .......................................19
5. Installation ............................................................20
5.1 Equipment Matching .........................................20
5.2 Mounting Requirements ....................................20
5.3 Installing the Backhoe .......................................22
6. Controls ................................................................23
6.1 Backhoe Controls .............................................23
6.2 Main Boom Lock and Swing Lock Pins .............26
6.3 Stabilizer Lock Plates .......................................26
6.4 Extendable Dipper Control (GX920XT) ............26
6.5 Hydraulic Thumb ...............................................27
7. Operation ..............................................................29
7.1 Jobsite Safety ...................................................29
7.2 Before Startup ...................................................29
7.3 Machine Set-up .................................................30
7.4 Machine Break-in ..............................................30
7.5 Safe Operating Techniques ..............................31
7.6 Digging with the Backhoe .................................32
7.7 Stopping and Parking the Machine ...................33
7.8 Stopping in an Emergency ................................33
7.9 Transporting ......................................................34
7.10 Storage .............................................................35
8. Service & Maintenance........................................36
8.1 Maintenance Safety ..........................................36
8.2 Maintenance Schedule .....................................37
8.3 PTO Pump Kit ...................................................37
8.4 Grease Points ...................................................37
8.5 Bucket Teeth, Changing ...................................39
8.6 Bucket, Removing .............................................39
9. Troubleshooting Guide .......................................40
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10.2 Accessories ......................................................42
10.3 Common Bolt Torque Values ............................43
10.4 Hydraulic Fitting Torque Values
11. Warranty .............................................................45
12. Index ...................................................................46
