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Bradco CONTRACTOR 408A BACKHOE - User Manual

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CONTRACTOR
BRADCO ®
P.O. Box 266 · Delhi, Iowa 52223 USA
(319) 922-2981 ·(800) 922-2981
Fax 319-922-2130
A Division of Attachment Technologies Incorporated
75449
408A
BACKHOE
OPERATOR'S & PARTS
MANUAL
OM549 6737 12-17-99-6
Rev. 5
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Summary

TO THE OWNER

General Comments

General advice on backhoe care and operation.

About This Manual

Explains the manual's purpose, structure, and how to use it for safe operation.

Service

Information on using original parts and recording model/serial numbers for service.

Safety Alert Symbol

Explanation of the industry-standard safety alert symbol.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety Alert Symbol Meaning

Explains the meaning of the safety alert symbol: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Signal Words

Defines DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION signal words used in safety messages.

The Operator

Safety guidelines for the person operating the backhoe.

The Tractor

Safety precautions related to the tractor unit.

Working With The Backhoe

Safety rules for operating the backhoe attachment.

Transporting The Backhoe

Safety procedures and considerations for transporting the backhoe.

Maintenance Safety

Safety guidelines to follow when performing maintenance on the backhoe.

INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

Symbol Meanings

Illustrates and explains various international symbols used on equipment controls and instruments.

PRE-OPERATION

General Information

Purpose of the manual and general operational guidelines.

Preparing The Tractor

Instructions for preparing the tractor before attaching and operating the backhoe.

Backhoe Component Nomenclature

Identifies and labels the main components of the backhoe for reference.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Controls

Overview of the four control levers and their functions.

Backhoe Stabilizer Levers

Detailed operation of the backhoe stabilizer control levers.

Boom;Swing Lever Operation

Explains the function of the left-hand boom and swing control lever.

Dipper;Bucket Lever Operation

Explains the function of the right-hand dipper and bucket control lever.

Operating Techniques

General advice for smooth and efficient backhoe operation.

Before You Start Digging

Steps to take before beginning excavation work.

Pre-Digging Setup

Instructions on positioning the unit and lowering stabilizers before digging.

Basic Digging Technique

Step-by-step guide to performing basic excavation using the backhoe.

Finishing Excavation

Techniques for grading the bottom and sides of an excavation.

Special Applications

Covers various specific digging scenarios and techniques.

Trenching Between Building & Excavation

Method for trenching in confined spaces.

Trenching Between Building & Excavation (Continued)

Further details on trenching between structures.

Excavating On Slopes

Techniques for safe and effective digging on sloped terrain.

Pipeline Leak Repair

Procedure for excavating around pipelines for leak detection.

Digging Straight Wall Shallow Basements

Method for excavating straight walls for shallow basements.

Miscellaneous - Backfilling

Technique for backfilling excavations.

Miscellaneous - Excavating By Wall

Tips for excavating near walls.

Miscellaneous - Hard Ground Operation

Adjustments for digging in hard ground conditions.

Transporting

Steps for preparing and transporting the backhoe.

LUBRICATION

General Information

Importance of regular and proper lubrication for machine longevity.

Lubrication Symbols

Explanation of symbols used in lubrication diagrams.

Backhoe Lubrication Diagram

Diagram showing all lubrication points on the backhoe.

MAINTENANCE

General Information

Importance of regular maintenance for equipment life and safety.

Every 8 Hours of Operation

Routine maintenance tasks to be performed every 8 hours.

Every 40 Hours of Operation

Routine maintenance tasks to be performed every 40 hours.

Control Valve Maintenance

Maintenance procedures for the hydraulic control valve.

Replacing Bucket Tooth Points

Procedure for replacing worn or broken bucket teeth.

Changing Buckets

Steps for safely changing the backhoe bucket.

408 A Backhoe Hose Routing

Diagram showing hydraulic hose connections for troubleshooting.

Cylinder Seal Replace

General information and procedure for replacing hydraulic cylinder seals.

Disassembly Procedure

Steps for disassembling hydraulic cylinders for seal replacement.

Retaining Ring Type Gland

Specific disassembly steps for retaining ring type glands.

Threaded Type Gland

Specific disassembly steps for threaded type glands.

Assembly Procedure

General steps for reassembling hydraulic cylinders.

Retaining Ring Type Gland Assembly

Assembly steps for retaining ring type glands.

Threaded Type Gland Assembly

Assembly steps for threaded type glands.

Cylinder Seal Replace Assembly

Final assembly steps for cylinder seals.

Torque Specification Chart

Chart detailing torque values for cylinder rod threads.

BACKHOE STORAGE

Backhoe Storage Procedures

Instructions for preparing and storing the backhoe for extended periods.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Lift or Swing Issues

Diagnosing and resolving problems with lifting or swinging the backhoe.

Holding Load & Oil Heating Issues

Troubleshooting problems with holding loads and oil overheating.

Leak & Valve Sticking Issues

Resolving external leakage and control valve operation problems.

BOLT TORQUE

General Torque Specification Table

Standard torque values for fasteners when special torques are not given.

Metric Bolt Torque Specifications

Torque specifications for metric fasteners.

PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST

General Information

Overview of dealer inspection prior to customer delivery.

Check and Adjust as Necessary

List of items to check and adjust before backhoe delivery.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Details of the product warranty, coverage, and claim procedures.

Bradco CONTRACTOR 408A BACKHOE Specifications

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BrandBradco
ModelCONTRACTOR 408A BACKHOE
CategoryTractor Accessories
LanguageEnglish

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