ENGINE AR 1013134 - Caterpillar

Do not strike the bucket on the ground in order to remove sticky soil or mud.Do not fully extend the swing cylinder.Do not use the side of the bucket to push dirt into the excavation.Forcing the stick outward against objects will damage the cylinder rod.Avoid using a bucket which is too large in heavy soil conditions that could possibly overload the backhoe.Avoid swinging the load on the downhill side of the excavation in order to dump the load.Do not reposition the machine while the stick is extended in order to avoid stick damage or cylinder damage.Digging Between Objects
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Center the machine over the trench, as shown. Lower the stabilizers. Dig in the maximum swing position.Dump the load behind the backhoe.If necessary, move the machine in order to dig in the opposite excavation.
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Move the machine in order to connect both excavations, as shown.Dig a larger excavation in order to enable the connection of both side excavations.Digging Trenches
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When you dig trenches for field tile, etc., pile the trench dirt in the next trench, as shown. Fill the trench after you lay the tile, etc.Trenching Next to Walls
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Move the machine close to the wall, as shown.Position the front wheels parallel to the wall in the direction of the excavation. Raise the rear of the machine in order to reposition the machine along the wall.Raise the stabilizer closest to the wall while you are trenching. Lower the other stabilizer for digging stability.Trenching on Slopes
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Use the stabilizers to level the machine on slopes.Note: On steep slopes, consult your Caterpillar dealer in order to adjust the proper fluid levels.On steep slopes, use the loader or the backhoe to cut a level uphill slot for the wheels and for the stabilizer. If necessary, pile the cut downhill under the wheels and under the stabilizer in order to level the machine. Pile the trench dirt uphill from the trench.Finishing Straight Walls
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Move the stick outward while you move the bucket downward in order to finish the farthest wall. Hold the bucket open and vertical.To finish the closest wall, lift the bucket upward and keep the cutting edge vertical.In sandy soil, use a platform under the rear tires and under the stabilizers. This will distribute the load more evenly and this will lessen cave-in possibilities.Moving the Machine Forward During Backhoe Operation
On level ground, the backhoe can be used to move the machine forward.
Raise the boom and move the stick inward.
Put the bucket teeth on firm ground.
Raise the loader bucket in order to clear the ground. Raise the stabilizers in order to clear the ground.
Release the parking brake. Make sure that the transmission is in NEUTRAL and that the transmission neutral lock is engaged..
Slowly, move the stick outward and move the boom downward in order to move the machine forward.
Lower the stabilizers and the loader bucket at the new position.
Engage the parking brake.Lifting Objects
To prevent injury, do not exceed the rated load capacity of the machine. If the machine is not on level ground,