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Section E
80 - 2
Removal and Replacement
- Bucket Crowd Ram
Removal
1
Park the machine on firm level ground, engage the
parking brake and set the transmission to neutral.
Lower the backhoe and loader end to the ground and
stop the engine.
DANGER
Hydraulic Pressure
Hydraulic fluid at system pressure can injure you. Before
disconnecting or connecting hydraulic hoses, stop the
engine and operate the controls to release pressure
trapped in the hoses. Make sure the engine cannot be
started while the hoses are open.
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Vent residual hydraulic pressure from the backhoe
2
hoses by operating the backhoe controls back and forth
several times.
Note: If a hose burst protection valve is fitted on the ram, the
system will not vent. Extreme caution must be used when
releasing hydraulic connections - release the connections
one turn and allow the pressure to dissipate.
3 Label and then remove the bucket crowd ram hoses A.
Plug and cap all open orifices to prevent loss of fluid
and ingress of dirt.
! CAUTION
This component is heavy. Do not attempt to remove it
unless its weight is held by a sling. Make sure that the
sling is attached to a suitable lifting appliance.
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4 Fasten lifting straps to the bucket crowd ram, make
sure that the weight of the ram is supported by the
sling.
5 Remove the pivot pin retaining nut B and bolt C,
remove the pivot pin D.
6 Remove the bucket crowd ram.
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Replacement
Replacement is a reversal of the removal sequence.
! WARNING
Fine je t s of hydra ulic fluid a t high pre ssure c a n
penetrate the skin. Do not use your fingers to check for
hydraulic fluid leaks. Do not put your face close to
suspected leaks. Hold a piece of cardboard close to
suspected leaks and then inspect the cardboard for
signs of hydraulic fluid. If hydraulic fluid penetrates your
skin, get medical help immediately.
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Section E
80 - 2
Issue 1