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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction, General Information, Serial Number ……………………………………… Owner and Operator Safety Information ………………………………………………… Definitions of Safety Terms and Symbols, Accident Prevention …………… Safety Instructions ...............................……..………………………………… Safety Signs ...............................…...................................………………….. Power Unit Specifications…………….…………………………………………………… Installation Instructions...……………………………….…………………………………. Hydraulic Connection...
DEFINITION OF SAFETY TERMS AND SYMBOLS Throughout this manual, the terms DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used to indicate the degree of hazard to personnel if proper safety procedures are not followed. These words will be used in conjunction with the Safety Alert Symbol: a dark triangle containing a white exclamation mark.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WORK SAFELY - A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST ACCIDENTS !! ¾ ¾ SECTION 1 WARNING SECTION ¾ WARNING Obey all the safety instructions listed in this section and throughout this manual. Failure to obey instructions in this section could result in death or serious injury. Use the right tool for the job at hand. Make sure that your tools are in good condition for performing the desired function.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WORK SAFELY - A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST ACCIDENTS !! x If this product does not fit properly, contact FFC before operating. x Never place your finger into the mounting plate or 3point hitch or loader holes. A slight movement of the power unit or this product could cause serious injury. BEFORE EACH USE, THOROUGHLY INSPECT THIS PRODUCT AND: x Make certain that all safety signs are in place and legible.
SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS ITEM 1 2 3 4 QTY 1 1 2 1 PART # 50-10017 50-0725 50-0737 RDL3113 5 6 1 1 RDL3154 50-0740 DESCRIPTION READ MANUAL HYDRAULIC PINCH POINT DANGER BACKHOE PORT RELIEF TAG-MISUSE INSTRUCTIONS x x x x PLACEMENT OR REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY SIGNS Keep all safety signs clean and legible. Replace all missing, illegible, or damaged safety signs. Replacement parts for parts with safety signs attached must also have safety signs attached.
POWER UNIT SPECIFICATIONS IMPORTANT Exceeding any of the recommended power unit specifications CAN result in damage to your power unit and/or this product and WILL void all FFC warranties LOADER DESCRIPTION LESS THAN 25 HORSEPOWER 25 – 35 HORSEPOWER 35 – 45 HORSEPOWER 45 OR GREATER HORSEPOWER POWER UNIT’S TILT CURCUIT HAS NO PORT RELIEF MAXIMUM BUCKET SIZE DO NOT USE MINI-HOE 12” BUCKET 18” BUCKET 24” BUCKET INSTALL RELIEF VALVE FOR POWER UNIT’S TILT CIRCUIT BACKHOE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY FIRS
BACKHOE OPERATION SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY BACKHOE OPERATION DANGER Failure to obey the following procedures will result in death or serious injury. x Avoid contacting overhead wires and underground pipes or cables. Failure to heed may result in electrocution or explosion. WARNING Failure to obey the following procedures could result in death or serious injury.
BACKHOE OPERATION (continued) SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY BACKHOE OPERATION DANGER Failure to obey the following procedures will result in death or serious injury. x Avoid contacting overhead wires and underground pipes or cables. Failure to heed may result in electrocution or explosion. WARNING Failure to obey the following procedures could result in death or serious injury.
BACKHOE MAINTENANCE SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY BACKHOE MAINTENANCE x BEFORE FIRST USE Inspect the attachment for shipping damage. If damage does exist, do not operate until the damaged parts have been replaced or repaired. x x BEFORE EACH USE Make sure that all nuts and bolts are in place and properly tightened. Make sure that all other fasteners are in place and are performing their specified function.
BACKHOE SERVICE (continued) SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY BACKHOE SERVICE x Locate a convenient place to “tee” into the loader’s tilt circuit lines after they have passed through any selfleveling devices or any other devices which may be present on these lines (refer to your loader’s service manual). Locate a convenient area to “tee” into a return to tank line.
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BACKHOE: PARTS LIST LAF2301 LAF2302 LAF2303 ITEM QTY.
SUPPLEMENTAL IMPORTANT Failure to install a Relief Cartridge as specified below CAN result in damage to the power unit and WILL void all FFC warranties NEW HOLLAND LOADERS: Install relief cartridge in bucket cylinder base end port of control valve before operating the Mini Hoe. EARLY VERSION: L / LX 465 LX 485 L / LX 565 LX 665 L / LX 865 LX 885 LX 985 EARLY OR LATER: LS 140 LS 150 LS 160 LS 170 LS 180 LS 190 LATER VERSION: L 140 L 150 L 160 L 170 LS 180.B LS 185.B LS 190.B LT 185.B LT 190.
SUPPLEMENTAL (continued) FOR CASE LOADERS: CASE 1845C and CASE XT power units require no additional relief. FOR CASE 400-SERIES MODELS REMOVE EXISTING CARTRIDGE AND INSTALL RELIEF CARTRIDGE #87445935 OTHER LOADERS: For other makes of machines using a screw-in cartridge relief, the base end (opposite the rod end) of the tilt cylinder(s) needs to be protected. Contact your dealer to confirm which (plugged) port the cartridge should be inserted.
BACKHOE SPECIFICATIONS Model Number LAF2301 LAF2302 LAF2303 Overall Width 48” 48” 48” Overall Height 34” 34” 34” Overall Depth 86” 86” 86” Bucket Capacity* 1.25 cu. feet 1.97 cu. feet 2.69 cu. feet Qty. of Teeth 3 4 5 Digging Depth (max. to teeth)** 60” 60” 60” All replacement hydraulic hoses must have a minimum rated working pressure of 4,000 psi. * Struck capacity ** Approximate depth only. Power Unit will also affect depth capabilities.
PLEASE TRI-FOLD AND AFFIX TAPE HERE Warranty Registration Form and Delivery Inspection Report IMPORTANT! Warranty Void if card is not returned with 10 days. All Applicable sections must be filled in. This section to be filled out and signed by Dealer at time of delivery.
FFC LIMITED 12 MONTH WARRANTY Thank you for purchasing a FFC product. Warranty protection is valid only when this Warranty Registration is completed and signed by the customer and dealer, and mailed to FFC. I hereby acknowledge that I have received a copy of the owners Limited Warranty and I accept the terms therein.
