PDF Operation & Maintenance Manual Bobcat Bob-Tach Backhoe - 509 KB
This manual provides essential operation and maintenance instructions for the Bobcat Bob-Tach backhoe attachment.
It covers proper attachment and detachment procedures, control operation, and safety precautions.
The guide also details routine maintenance points to ensure the backhoe attachment remains in good working order.
This is a must-read for anyone using this versatile attachment.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual
Bob-Tach Backhoe
S/N 074600101 & Above
6901671 (6-03) Revised (6-08) (3) Printed in U.S.A. © Bobcat Company 2008
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS
Approved Loader Models & Requirements
Figure OI-9
LOADER
BOB-TACH BACKHOE
MODEL
S150 X
S160 X
S175 X
S185 X
S205 X
T180 X
T190 X
The chart [Figure OI-9] lists the loader models approved
for use with the Bob-Tach backhoe.
The warranty is void if this attachment is used on a
non-approved carrier. See your Bobcat dealer for an
updated list of approved carriers.
WARNING
Never use attachments or buckets which are not
approved by the Bobcat Company. Attachments and
buckets for safe loads of specified densities are
approved for each model. Unapproved attachments
and buckets can cause injury or death.
W-2662-0108
Figure OI-10
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The loader must be equipped with the electrical
attachment control kit and front auxiliary hydraulics
[Figure OI-10] for proper operation of the Bob-Tach
backhoe. See your Bobcat dealer for available kits.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS Figure OI-36
(CONT’D)
Operation With The Loader (Con’td)
Digging With The Bob-Tach Backhoe (Cont’d)
Figure OI-34
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With the bucket is in position, move the center switch
(Item 1) [Figure OI-35] on the right steering lever to the
left, to close the bucket [Figure OI-36].
P-20974 While closing the bucket, tilt the Bob-Tach forward until
the desired depth is reached.
While raising loader arms, tilt Bob-Tach forward until the Pull Bob-Tach backhoe towards the loader until the
teeth of the bucket come in contact with the ground bucket is full.
[Figure OI-34].
Close the bucket all the way.
Figure OI-35
Right Steering Lever Figure OI-37
2
2 1 1
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Move the center switch (Item 1) [Figure OI-35] on the
right steering lever to the right, to open the bucket While lifting loader arms, tilt Bob-Tach back until Bob-
[Figure OI-34]. Tach backhoe is at the height needed [Figure OI-37] to
swing to one side or the other.
NOTE: When using a 14-pin harness, switch (Item 2)
[Figure OI-35] is used to open and close the
bucket.
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BUCKET Remove the bolts (Item 1) and mounting plate (Item 2)
[Figure PM-6].
Removal And Installation
Enter the machine.
Fasten seat belt, lower the seat bar, start the engine and
release the parking brake.
WARNING
Figure PM-7
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
• Personnel must keep at least 10 feet (3 m) away
from the machine and attachment when
operating.
• Never leave operator seat when the engine is
running.
W-2700-0108
With the bucket closed, lower the Bob-Tach backhoe to
the ground.
Stop the engine, engage the parking brake and exit the
machine. (See Entering And Exiting The Loader on
page OI-6.)
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Raise the lift arms and tilt Bob-Tach forward enough to
WARNING release the bucket from the boom [Figure PM-7].
Move the center switch on the right hand control lever to
Before you leave the operator’s position: the right, tilting the quick change mount away from
• Lower the lift arm(s) fully. bucket.
• Stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
• Move all pedals, handles, joysticks, and other After the bucket is released, back loader away from the
controls until they are LOCKED or in the bucket [Figure PM-7].
NEUTRAL position.
SEE THE MACHINE OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.
W-2500-0404
Figure PM-6
1
2
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