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STORAGE
STORAGE SAFETY
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Store the unit in an area away from human
activity.
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Do not permit children to play on or around
the stored machine.
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Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support
the frame with planks if required.
7.1
PLACING IN STORAGE
After the season's use, the machine should be thoroughly inspected and prepared for storage. Repair or
replace any worn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessary down time at the start of the next
season. To ensure a long, trouble-free life, this procedure should be followed when preparing the unit for
storage:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
2. Thoroughly wash the machine using a pres-
sure washer to remove all dirt, mud, debris and
residue.
3. Inspect the bucket, dipper and boom for dam-
age or entangled material. Repair or replace
damaged parts. Remove all entangled material.
4. Check the oil in the optional reservoir (if so
equipped). Add as required.
5. Lubricate all grease fittings. Make sure all
grease cavities have been filled with grease to
remove any water residue from washing.
6. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent
rusting.
7. Move to storage area.
8. Select an area that is dry, level and free of
debris.
9. Place blocks or planks under the stabilizers
and bucket.
10. Unhook from tractor.
11. Stow hydraulic hoses in storage brackets to
keep them off the ground.
12. Apply a coat of heavy grease to exposed cylin-
der rams to prevent rusting.
13. If the machine cannot be placed inside, cover
with a waterproof tarpaulin and tie securely in
place.
14. Store the machine in an area away from human
activity.
15. Do not allow children to play on or around the
stored machine.
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Set the backhoe in "Safe Condition":
• Shut off hydraulics
• Shut off the engine
• Ensure all components have stopped moving
• Remove and pocket the ignition key
• Ensure boom and swivel pins are in place, or
bucket is resting on the ground
7.2
REMOVING FROM STORAGE
When removing from storage and preparing to use,
follow this procedure:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children and remove foreign objects from the
machine and work area.
2. Attach the tractor to the backhoe by following
the procedure in Section 4.8.
3. Check
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Oil level in optional reservoir. Add as re-
quired.
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All hardware. Tighten as required.
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All hydraulic lines, fittings and connections.
Tighten as required.
4. Lubricate all grease fittings.
5. Remove grease from cylinder rams.
6. Replace any defective parts.
7. Go through the pre-operation checklist before
using.
Stored on
blocks
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