Operation
GE, GX Series
Backhoe
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WARNING!
Underground utility hazard. Contact an
underground utility locating and marking service
before digging.
W017
Always have an underground utility locating/marking service
survey the area before digging. Be aware of overhead hazards.
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Fig. 24 –
Be aware of underground and overhead hazards
7.5.3 Using the backhoe for lifting or
moving a load
Always lower the stabilizers and front loader bucket.
Always position the machine so the backhoe is lifting in line with
the frame.
When moving while carrying a load, travel slowly and be aware
along the travel path.
Use a tag line to keep the load from swinging. Refrain from
swinging the boom when transporting a load. An uncontrolled
swinging load could cause serious injury or death.
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Fig. 25 –
Lower stabilizers and front
bucket before lifting a load
Boom Lift Capacity
Do not lift objects that are beyond the lifting limits of the
backhoe. The values in the table below are with the boom fully
extended, at 3 ft (1 m) off the ground.
Model
Lifting Capacity
GE605
250 lb (113 kg)
GX620
385 lb (175 kg)
GX720
925 lb (420 kg)
GX920
750 lb (340 kg)
GX920XT
710 lb (322 kg) Retracted
580 lb (263 kg) Extended
7.6 Digging with the Backhoe
1.
Increase engine speed to mid-range or rated PTO rpm.
2.
Engage hydraulic circuit or place hydraulic control in detent.
If you have the optional PTO pump, engage PTO (refer to
tractor manual).
3.
Remove the boom swing and boom lock pins.
4.
Swing the driver’s seat around or take position in the
operator's seat. Use the controls to begin digging.
5.
Swing the dipper out and adjust bucket so the teeth can dig
into the ground at a slight angle. Lower the boom down to
set teeth into the ground. Keep the heel of the bucket up
higher than the teeth.
6.
Retract the dipper to pull the bucket through the soil as it
fills. Slowly close the bucket at the same time. If necessary,
apply a downward pressure on the boom to increase
digging force.
