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TRACTOR PREPARATION
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.
Caution :
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
▶ 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.
The tractor must be equipped with an approved
ROPS system to ensure adequate operator's
protection.
Caution :
The tractor/backhoe must only be operated with all safety equipment properly installed.
▶ Tire inflation
Front tires must be maintained at the maximum
recommended 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.
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