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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL IMPORTANT: Become familiar with the contents of this Manual before operating the Dingo. It contains Safety Instructions & Warranty Information. Also become familiar with the controls & their proper use before operating the Dingo. Edited February 2004...
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Introduction Thank-you for purchasing a Dingo. We believe that in purchasing a Dingo you have purchased a machine of the highest quality and we want you to be totally satisfied as our customer. Please feel free to contact any of our branches for help with service, genuine replacement parts, or other information you may require.
16. Do not operate on or near embankments. Look out for ditches, holes, etc and beware of traffic when near roads. 17. Do not allow any person or animal close to the Dingo or its attachments while in operation. Stop the machine if any person or animal comes close.
Children Be wary of the presence of children when operating a Dingo. Children are often attracted to the Dingo and the work activity. Keep children out of the work site and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
3. Perform all maintenance with the loader arms fully lowered. If loader arms need to be raised to perform tasks, secure them in the raised position by using cylinder locks or a safety stand. (Contact a Dingo representative if you are unsure) 4. Look after the Dingo. Keep nuts and bolts tight.
(Diesel Only) (Part No.2DDECDIESEL) ← On outside right edge of fuel tank (Petrol Only) (Part No. 2DDECUNLEAD) ←On front of fuel tank. With line approx. 60mm below top of tank. (Part No. 2DDECLINE) Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
SPECIFICATIONS General Specifications (without operator and without attachments) All Dingo 950 models have the same outside dimensions/Chassis. (Approximate Only) Overall width 840mm-1050mm Overall length (without attachment) 1565mm Overall height 1200mm Maximum Operating Height (with standard bucket) 2080mm Operating Weight 700-800kg...
For fuel types and information on suitable additives refer to Engine Manual as supplied. (NB if labelling becomes lost or damaged or you do not have either Manual, order replacements from your nearest Dingo representative or head office). Filling the fuel tank Position machine on level surface, lower the loader arms and turn off the engine (turn ignition key to off).
Remove cap from filler neck and check fluid level. Fluid level should be to approx. 75-100mm below the top of the tank. If level is low, add enough fluid to raise to proper level. Install cap on filler neck. Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
Tyres and Traction Warning! Dingo tyres should be filled with water or solid fill. Failure to do so will result in poor weight distribution, which will drastically reduce the stability and carrying capacity of the machine. Use of incorrect tyre pressure will also reduce the stability and carrying capacity of the Dingo.
To shut engine off, rotate key to OFF position (counter clockwise direction). Throttle Move control forward/upward to increase engine speed and rearward/downward to decrease engine speed. Choke For instructions regarding use of the choke (petrol models) refer to the engine manufacturers manual. Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
To slow or stop, move or release the drive control levers into neutral. (If released the control levers should automatically return to neutral). The Dingo is capable of turning in it’s own length by applying equal power to each drive lever in opposite directions.
(hare). When faster attachment speed and power is required more than ground speed and lifting speed, pull pump selector lever to the full rearward position (turtle). Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
The farther you move the drive control levers in either direction, the faster the machine will move in that direction. To slow or stop, move or release the drive control levers into neutral. (If released the control levers should automatically return to neutral). Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
Loader arms may lower when in the raised position. Anyone under the loader arms could be injured or crushed. To avoid this hazard always install cylinder locks or a safety stand. (Contact a Dingo representative if you are unsure). Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
Attachments Connecting IMPORTANT: Use only Dingo approved attachments. Attachments can change stability and operating characteristics of the machine. The warranty of the machine may by voided if used with unapproved attachments. IMPORTANT: Before connecting any attachments to the machine, make sure mount plates are free of any dirt and debris.
Turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Secure the machine to the trailer with chains or straps using the rear platform support openings to secure rear of machine and loader arms/mount plate to secure front of machine. Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
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It is recommended that some parts be kept on hand for maintenance purposes at all times. The following pack is excellent value, being considerably cheaper than purchasing the parts individually. Please phone your Dingo representative for current Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
Bushes & Pins 1. Your Dingo 950 has 10 Duralon bushes and chrome pins. These are located on either end of your hydraulic cylinders and on all pivot points of the lift arms. 2. These bushes are a wear part and require regular inspection. It is essential that these bushes be replaced on the first sign of wear, otherwise costly damage will occur.
Place a drain pan under the fuel lines to catch any spillage, then remove the filter from the fuel lines. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the filter. Remove clamp blocking fuel flow. Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line. Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
Remove the tank top and wipe out the inside of the tank. Note if any foreign objects are there. If anything unusual is found, consult your Dingo service centre or a hydraulic expert. Install the drain plug.
Disconnect battery terminals before charging the battery. Do not rely on the engines charging system to recharge a battery. It is only meant to maintain charge in a good battery. Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area. Remove the key from the ignition switch and keep it in a memorable place. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean. Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
(petrol models). 6. Dirt in fuel filter. 6. Replace fuel filter. 7. Dirt, water, or stale 7. Contact Authorised fuel is in fuel system. Service Dealer. Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
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4. Contact Service 4. Pump and/or wheel Dealer. motor is defective or damaged. 5. Contact Service 5. Control valve is Dealer. defective or damaged. 6. Contact Service 6. Relief valve is Dealer. defective or damaged. Dingo 950 Operation & Maintenance Manual...
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DINGO MINI DIGGERS PTY LTD warrants to the original buyer/owner that each new Dingo™ will be free from any proven defects in the material or workmanship for a period of twenty-four (24) months or 1000 hours, whichever is sooner, after the delivery to the owner provided that:- 1.
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The Battery in a new Dingo Mini Digger is covered by the manufacturer of that specific battery under that companies normal warranty policy. N.B. Dingo Mini Diggers Pty Ltd reserve the right to change at any time the Dingo Mini Digger product specifications, configurations, and company policies, this is due to our constant commitment to make the best product for the job.
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