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TOWING THE BACKHOE
1. Comply with applicable traffic laws.
2. Never allow anyone to sit or ride on the backhoe. They could easily fall off and be in-
jured.
3. The backhoe is not a trailer! Do not carry any cargo on the backhoe. It can fall off and
endanger you and other drivers.
4. Be certain the backhoe is securely attached to the towing vehicle before towing. The
safety chains should be hooked onto the vehicle with sufficient slack for turning allow-
ance. Always secure the trailer hitch with locking bolt.
5. Be sure to secure the boom up and centered with the up-down and side-to-side travel
pins provided. With the engine off, slightly lower the boom to lock it in place and prevent
it from swinging. Also, curl the bucket and arm in to achieve a compact towing configu-
ration.
6. Be sure the outriggers are secured in the vertical position before towing. Do not tow
with outriggers down.
7. Be aware of the added length of the backhoe when you are towing it behind a vehicle.
Be careful not to jack-knife the backhoe when backing the vehicle.
8. Towing speed should be according to driving conditions. Use a "Slow moving vehicle"
sign when driving on roads. Take extra care when driving on rough terrain.
9. Disconnect the backhoe from the towing vehicle before using the backhoe.
10. Grease wheel bearings annually and always after long trips.
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