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This official manual provides owners and operators with critical information on the Bobcat Toolcat™ 5600 Utility Work Machine (S/N A94Y11001 & Above).

It covers everything from instrument panels and controls to proper operating procedures and lubrication schedules.

Proper use of this guide will enhance safety, performance, and the service life of your machine.

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Operation & Maintenance Manual
   Toolcat™ 5600 Utility Work Machine

                                    S/N A00211001 & Above
                                    S/N A00311001 & Above


      EQUIPPED WITH
    TOOLCAT INTERLOCK
   CONTROL SYSTEM (TICS)

6904207 (9-05) Revised (6-08) (1)         Printed in U.S.A.   © Bobcat Company 2008

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UTILITY WORK MACHINE IDENTIFICATION


                                              OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
                                                MANUAL, OPERATOR’S
                      FRONT WINDOW                   HANDBOOK
                                                                                         OPERATOR
                                                                                         ARM REST
                               TILT
                             CYLINDER


                          LIFT ARM

             FRONT AUXILIARY
             QUICK COUPLERS


                                                                                                    CARGO BOX
                                                                                                  SUPPORT DEVICE

                                                                                          CAB DOOR
                      †BUCKET
                    ATTACHMENT
                                                         BOB-TACH™            TIRES


                                                                              z CAB
                                                                           (ROPS & FOPS)
                                             OPERATOR &
                                          PASSENGER SEATS
                                           WITH SEAT BELTS                        GRAB HANDLE
                   REAR WINDOW


       CARGO BOX

                                                                                                   CAB DOOR


   TAILGATE


                RECEIVER
                 HITCH
                                                                 LIFT ARM
                                                              SUPPORT DEVICE                                          B-23358
                                                                                                                      B-23359

† BUCKET - Buckets and other attachments are available for the Toolcat™ utility work machine.
z ROPS, FOPS - Roll Over Protective Structure, per SAE J1040 and ISO 3471, and Falling Object Protective Structure per ISO 3449,
Level I.


                                                              VII                       5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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PUBLICATIONS AND TRAINING RESOURCES

The following publications are also available for your
Bobcat Toolcat Utility Work Machine. You can order them                                                     OPERATOR’S
from your Bobcat dealer.                                                                                    HANDBOOK

For the latest information on Bobcat products and the                                                       6901890
Bobcat Company, visit our web site at www.bobcat.com;
see also www.bobcatstore.com


                                                                         - gives basic operation instructions and safety warnings.

                                     OPERATION &
                                     MAINTENANCE
                                     MANUAL

                                     6904207
                                                                                                           TOOLCAT
                                                                                                           UTILITY WORK MACHINE

                                                                                                           OPERATOR
                                                                                                           TRAINING COURSE
   - complete instructions on the correct operation and the
   routine maintenance of the Toolcat utility work machine.                                                6902643


                                                                         - Introduces operator to step-by-step basics of the utility work
                                                                         machine operation.


                                     SERVICE MANUAL

                                     6904209                                                              OPERATOR SAFETY
                                                                                                          VIDEO

                                                                                                          6902430

                                                                         - Provides basic safety instructions.

   - complete maintenance instructions for your Toolcat utility
   work machine.


                                                                  XVII                        5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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TOOLCAT INTERLOCK CONTROL SYSTEM (TICS)                               LIFT ARM BY-PASS CONTROL

TICS And Arm Rest Operation                                           Operation

The Toolcat Interlock Control System (TICS) has a                     Figure OI-8
pivoting arm rest located on the left side of the operator’s
seat.

Figure OI-7


            1                                                                       P-64854


  B-19665                                                                                         1


                                                                                                                        P-51199


                                                                      The lift arm by-pass is used to lower the lift arm in the
                                                  P-39399
                                                                      event that you cannot lower the lift arm using the joystick.

                                                                      The by-pass knob is located under the steering wheel
The TICS requires the operator to be seated in the                    (Inset) [Figure OI-8].
operating position with the arm rest [Figure OI-7] fully
lowered before the lift, tilt and traction functions can be           Turn the by-pass knob (Item 1) [Figure OI-8] clockwise
operated. The seat belt must be fastened anytime you                  1/4 turn, then pull out and hold until the lift arm slowly
operate or are a passenger riding in the machine.                     lowers.

There are display lights (Item 1) [Figure OI-7] located on
the display control panel that must be OFF to operate the
machine. When the operator raises the arm rest, the lift,
tilt, auxiliary hydraulics and traction drive functions are
deactivated.


                     WARNING
              AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
The Toolcat Interlock Control System (TICS) must
deactivate the lift, tilt, auxiliary hydraulics and
traction drive functions. If it does not, contact your
dealer for service. DO NOT MODIFY THE SYSTEM.
                                                W-2452-1102


                                                               OI-9                           5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO) (If Equipped)                                  Safety Rules For PTO

Description

The Toolcat 5600 utility work machine Power Take-Off
(PTO) system is a hydraulically driven rear PTO                                          WARNING
designated as Type I per ASAE S203.15. The PTO
system operates only at 540 RPM [@ 2700 RPM engine                               AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
speed and 22 HP (16,4 kW)]. The attachment or                       Warnings and instructions in this manual and on the
implement driveline should not exceed Category 4 per                machine are for your protection.
ASAE S331.5.
                                                                    Failure to follow the warnings and instructions can
NOTE: Some attachments require a minimum engine                     cause serious injury or death.
      power for proper operation. The PTO system                                                                     W-2621-1104
      can be used with attachments requiring up to
      46 HP (34,3 kW) or 56 HP (41,8 kW) [on Model                  •   Lower the lift arm, stop the engine and raise the arm
      5600 equipped with a Turbo Charged engine].                       rest before leaving the machine.
      Type I attachments or implements exceeding
      the approved towing capacity are not                          •   Keep all shields in place. Replace damaged or
      approved for use on the Toolcat 5600. Use of                      missing shields before operating
      attachments or implements in applications
      requiring more than 22 HP (16,4 kW) [PTO]                     •   Follow warnings and instructions on machine signs
      may result in less than optimum performance.                      (decals). Replace damaged or missing decals.

The PTO motor is operated using the Rear Auxiliary                  •   Do not wear loose or bulky clothing around the PTO
Hydraulic system (See REAR AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS                         or other moving parts.
(If Equipped) on Page OI-17.)
                                                                    •   Keep bystanders away from PTO driven equipment,
The PTO is not approved for use in stationary                           and never allow children near machines.
applications where the operator is required to leave the
machine. The operator must be in the machine any time               •   Read and understand the manuals for the PTO driven
the PTO is being operated.                                              equipment and be aware of safe operating
                                                                        procedures and hazards that may not be readily
Mirrors are available and can be field installed. Mirrors               apparent.
may be beneficial when using rear attached implements
and other attachments.                                              •   Always walk around equipment to avoid coming near
                                                                        a turning PTO driveline. Stepping over, leaning
                                                                        across or crawling under a turning PTO driveline can
                                                                        lead to entanglement.
                    WARNING                                         •   Position the machine and attachment hitch correctly
                                                                        to prevent driveline stress and separation.
             AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before you leave the operator’s seat:                               •   Use caution when turning. Turning too sharp can
• Lower the lift arm, put the attachment flat on the                    cause driveline damage.
   ground.
• Put Travel Direction Control Lever in PARK.
• Stop the engine.                                                  •   Periodically check on PTO operators to ensure a
• Raise operator arm rest.                                              quick response in the event of an accident. Injuries
                                              W-2443-1102               that would not ordinarily be fatal can be life
                                                                        threatening if the victim is not found until hours later.
                                                                        PTO accident victims require immediate medical
                                                                        care.


                                                            OI-19                       5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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PRE-STARTING PROCEDURE                                          Seat And Steering Wheel Adjustment

Entering The Utility Work Machine                               Figure OI-51

Figure OI-50


   1


                                                                     1
                                                                                 2
                                                                                                                P-37861


                                                                Release the lever (Item 1) [Figure OI-51] to adjust the
                                                                seat distance from the steering wheel.

                                                                Turn the lever (Item 2) [Figure OI-51] to adjust the seat
                                                                cushion for weight of the operator.

                                                                Figure OI-52


                                            P-66089


Enter the cab [Figure OI-50].

Read the Operation & Maintenance Manual and the                      1
Operator’s Handbook (Item 1) [Figure OI-50] before
operating the machine.
                                                                                                                P-64854


                                                                Release the steering column lock (Item 1) [Figure OI-52]
                    WARNING                                     and move steering wheel up or down for comfortable
                                                                operation. Push lock up to secure.
Operator must have instructions before operating
the machine. Untrained operators can cause injury or
death.
                                          W-2001-0502


                                                        OI-29                        5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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OPERATING PROCEDURE                                                   Operating With An Empty Bucket & Loaded Cargo
                                                                      Box
Inspect The Work Area
                                                                      Figure OI-71
Before beginning operation, inspect the work area for
unsafe conditions.                                                           LOADED CARGO BOX & EMPTY BUCKET

Look for sharp drop-offs or rough terrain. Have
underground utility lines (gas, water, sewer, irrigation,
etc.) located and marked.

Remove objects or other construction material that could
damage the loader or cause personal injury.
                                                                          GOING UP SLOPE           GOING DOWN SLOPE
Operating With A Full Bucket & Empty Cargo Box                                          B-19659                     B-19660

When operating on a public road or highway, always
follow local regulation. For example: Slow Moving Vehicle             With empty bucket and a loaded cargo box, go down or
(SMV) Sign or directional signals may be required.                    up the slope with the heavy end toward the top of the
                                                                      slope [Figure OI-71].
Always warm up the engine and hydrostatic system
before operating the loader.


                                                                                         WARNING
            IMPORTANT                                                                AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
                                                                      • Keep the lift arm as low as possible.
Machines warmed up with moderate engine speed                         • Do not travel or turn with the lift arm up.
and light load have longer life.                                      • Turn on level ground. Slow down when turning.
                                                I-2015-0284
                                                                      • Go up and down slopes, not across them.
                                                                      • Keep the heavy end of the machine uphill.
                                                                      • Do not overload the machine.
Operate with the engine at full speed for maximum                     Failure to obey warnings can cause the machine to
horsepower. Push the Drive Control Pedal only a small                 tip or roll over and cause injury or death.
amount to operate the machine.                                                                                    W-2444-1102


New operators must operate the machine in an open                     Raise the bucket only high enough to avoid obstructions
area without bystanders. Operate the controls until the               on rough ground.
machine can be handled at a efficient and safe rate for all
conditions of the work area.

Figure OI-70

      LOADED BUCKET & EMPTY CARGO BOX


    GOING UP SLOPE              GOING DOWN SLOPE
                   B-19663                       B-19661


With a loaded bucket and empty cargo box, go up or
down the slope with the heavy end toward the top of the
slope [Figure OI-70].


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MAINTENANCE SAFETY
                                       Instructions are necessary before operating or servicing machine. Read and
                                       understand the Operation & Maintenance Manual, Operator’s Handbook and
           WARNING                     signs (decals) on machine. Follow warnings and instructions in the manuals
                                       when making repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for correct function after
                                       adjustments, repairs or service. Untrained operators and failure to follow
                                       instructions can cause injury or death.                            W-2003-0903


                                                                   CORRECT                                 CORRECT

Safety   Alert   Symbol:    This
symbol      with   a    warning
statement, means: “Warning, be
alert! Your safety is involved!”
Carefully read the message that
follows.                                                                B-10731a                                  B-21495

                                                Never service the        machine         Cleaning and maintenance are
                                                without instructions.                    required daily.

                         WRONG                                        WRONG                                    WRONG


                            B-21498                                       B-21499      B-21500                     B-21509

   Have good ventilation when                   Disconnecting or loosening any           Never work on the machine with
   welding or grinding painted parts.           hydraulic tubeline, hose, fitting,       lift arm or cargo box up unless
   Wear dust mask when grinding                 component or a part failure can          supported by an approved
   painted parts. Toxic dust and gas            cause lift arm or cargo box to           support device. Replace if
   can be produced.                             drop. Do not go under lift arm or        damaged.
   Avoid exhaust fume leaks which               cargo box when raised unless             Never modify equipment or add
   can kill without warning. Exhaust            supported by an approved lift            attachments not approved by
   system must be tightly sealed.               arm or cargo box support device.         Bobcat Company.
                                                Replace it if damaged.

                        WRONG                                         WRONG                                    WRONG


                             B-21497                                      B-21496                                  B-6589

   Stop, cool and clean engine of               Keep body, jewelry and clothing          Lead-acid batteries produce
   flammable     materials   before             away     from    moving     parts,       flammable and explosive gases.
   checking fluids.                             electrical contact, hot parts and        Keep arcs, sparks, flames and
   Never service or adjust machine              exhaust.                                 lighted tobacco away from
   with the engine running unless               Wear eye protection to guard             batteries.
   instructed to do so in the                   from battery acid, compressed            Batteries contain acid which
   manual.                                      springs, fluids under pressure           burns eyes or skin on contact.
   Avoid contact with leaking                   and flying debris when engines           Wear protective clothing. If acid
   hydraulic fluid or diesel fuel               are running or tools are used.           contacts body, flush well with
   under pressure. It can penetrate             Use eye protection approved for          water. For eye contact, flush well
   the skin or eyes.                            type of welding.                         and get immediate medical
   Never fill fuel tank with engine             Keep side access doors closed            attention.
   running, while smoking or when               except for service.
   near open flame.

Maintenance procedures which are given in the Operation & Maintenance Manual can be performed by the owner/
operator without any specific technical training. Maintenance procedures which are not in the Operation &
Maintenance Manual must be performed ONLY BY QUALIFIED BOBCAT SERVICE PERSONNEL. Always use
genuine Bobcat replacement parts.
                                                                                                               MSW25-0805


                                                            PM-5                     5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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OPERATOR CAB                                                  HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

Description                                                   Cleaning and Maintenance

Figure PM-12                                                  The heating system requires regular inspection and
                                                              maintenance. See the SERVICE SCHEDULE for
                                                              intervals. (See SERVICE SCHEDULE on Page PM-7.)

                                                              Filters
                                                              See CAB AIR FILTERS for filter cleaning and
                                                              replacement. (See CAB AIR FILTER on Page PM-16.)

                                                              Evaporator Coil

                                                              Figure PM-13


                                                 P-64708


The machine has an operator cab (ROPS and FOPS)
[Figure PM-12] as standard equipment to protect the
operator from rollover and falling objects. The seat belt
must be worn for rollover protection. Check with your                                       1
dealer if the operator cab has been damaged or modified.

ROPS / FOPS - Roll Over Protective Structure per SAE
J1040 and ISO 3471, and Falling Object Protective
Structure per ISO 3449, Level I.                                                                                P-64827


Level I
                                                              Remove the filter (Item 1) [Figure PM-13] and use a
Protection from falling bricks, small concrete blocks, and    vacuum to clean the evaporator coils.
hand tools encountered in operations such as highway
maintenance, landscaping, and other construction site         If the coils require a more thorough cleaning, the heater /
services.                                                     air conditioning unit must be disconnected from the front
                                                              of the cab. (See your Bobcat dealer.)


                    WARNING                                   Air Conditioning Lubrication
                                                              Run the air conditioner for about 5 minutes every week to
                                                              lubricate the internal components. (In winter too.)
Never modify operator cab by welding, grinding,
drilling holes or adding attachments unless
instructed to do so by Bobcat Company. Changes to             Troubleshooting
the cab can cause loss of operator protection from
                                                              If the fan does not run or the air conditioning does not
rollover and falling objects, and result in injury or
                                                              turn on, check the fuse. (See ELECTRICAL SYSTEM on
death.
                                              W-2069-0200
                                                              Page PM-26.)

                                                              If the air conditioning system circulates warm air, the
                                                              refrigerant may need to be recharged. (See your Bobcat
                                                              dealer.)


                                                             PM-15                    5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Removing And Replacing Coolant                                             NOTE: The loader is factory filled with propylene
                                                                                 glycol coolant (purple color). DO NOT mix
Figure PM-32                                                                     propylene glycol with ethylene glycol.

                                                                           Add premixed coolant, 47% water and 53% propylene
             1                                                             glycol to the recovery tank. (See Checking on Page PM-
                                                                           23.)

                                      2                                        One gallon and one pint (4,3 L) of propylene glycol
           P-51209                                                             mixed with one gallon (3,8 L) of water is the correct
                                                                               mixture of coolant to provide a -34°F (-37°C) freeze
                                                                               protection.

                                                                           Add premixed coolant to the coolant recovery tank until it
                                                                           is at the full mark. Install the cap.

                                                                           Start the engine and let it run until it is at operating
                                                    P-51215                temperature.

                                                                           Stop the engine and check the coolant level. Add
Raise the cargo box and install the Cargo Box Support                      premixed coolant to the recovery tank as needed.
Device. Stop the engine.
                                                                           Lower the cargo box.
Remove the cap (Item 1) [Figure PM-32] from the
coolant recovery tank.

Open the radiator drain valve (Item 2) [Figure PM-32]
and drain the coolant into a container.

Reuse or dispose of the        used       coolant     in      an
environmentally safe manner.

Close the drain valve.


                                                                   PM-25                       5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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AXLE / DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT AND REAR)                                Removing And Replacing Lubricant

Checking And Adding Lubricant                                       Figure PM-49

Stop the machine on a level surface and stop the engine.

Figure PM-47


                        1
                                                                                       1


                                                                                                                      P-39573


                                                                    Remove the drain plug at the bottom of the differential
                     FRONT AXLE
                                                P-39396             (Item 1) [Figure PM-49].

                                                                    Drain the lubricant into a container and dispose of it in an
Figure PM-48                                                        environmentally safe manner.

                                                                    Install and tighten drain plug.

                                                                    Remove check plug (Item 1) [Figure PM-47] & [Figure
                                                                    PM-48] and fill as shown above.

                       1                                            NOTE: When adding axle housing lubricant (See
                                                                          Drive System on Page SPEC-6) for correct
                                                                          fluid type.


                        REAR AXLE
                                                P-39574


Remove the check plug (Item 1) [Figure PM-47] &
[Figure PM-48] from the front or rear housing.

If lubricant can be reached with the tip of your finger
through the hole, the level is correct.

If the level is low, add lubricant through the check plug
hole until lubricant flows from the hole.

NOTE: When adding axle housing lubricant (See
      Drive System on Page SPEC-6) for correct
      fluid type.

Install and tighten the plug.


                                                            PM-35                          5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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SYSTEM SETUP & ANALYSIS

DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SA-3
   Viewing Service Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SA-3
   Service Codes List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SA-4

DISPLAY CONTROLLER PANEL SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SA-6
   Changing The Operator Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SA-6
   Display Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SA-6
   Job Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SA-7
   Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SA-6
   Password Entry (For Starting And Operating The Machine) . SA-6
   Password Lockout Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SA-7
   RPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SA-7


                                                                                                                   SYSTEM SETUP
                                                                                                                   & ANALYSIS
                                                                                                                   (SA)


                                                                    SA-1                          5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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SERVICE SCHEDULE (7120002)


                             MST-3   5600 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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TOOLCAT 5600 UTILITY WORK MACHINE
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions

•    Dimensions are given for machine equipped with standard tires and bucket and may vary with other bucket types. All
     dimensions are shown in inches. Respective metric dimensions are given in millimeters enclosed by parentheses.
•    Where applicable, specification conform to SAE, ANSI or ISO standards and are subject to change without notice.


                                                                                                                   65°


                                                                                                                    40°
                 80.7 in.
               (2050 mm)
                             23.7 in.                                                       22.0 in.
                                                                                                                                  84.3 in.
                            (602 mm)                                                       (566 mm)                             (2141 mm)
                                                                                                 42.8 in.
                                                                                               (1087 mm)
                                                                                                                            62.3 in.
                                                                                                                          (1582 m m)

                                                                        10.2
             28°
                                                                                20.2 in.                     30°
                                                                               (513 mm)
                                                10.2 in.
           20.8 in.                            (259 mm)               85 in.
          (528 mm)                                                 (2159 mm)
                                                       149.8 in.
                                                      (3805 mm)                                                                         B-25303


                                                            186.8 in.
                                                           (4745 mm)

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