Paladin Tools LAF2301, LAF2302 User Manual
SKID STEER
BACKHOE
SERIAL NUMBER: ___________________ Manual Number: MR25515
Models: LAF2301, LAF2302
MODEL NUMBER: ___________________ & LAF2303
Date: August 2007
800-747-2132 I www.paladinbrands.com 100 East Lee Road, Lee, IL 60530, United States of America
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction, General Information, Serial Number ……………………………………… 1
Owner and Operator Safety Information ………………………………………………… 2-5
Definitions of Safety Terms and Symbols, Accident Prevention …………… 2
Safety Instructions ...............................……..………………………………… 3-4
Safety Signs ...............................…...................................………………….. 5
Power Unit Specifications…………….…………………………………………………… 6
Installation Instructions...……………………………….…………………………………. 6
Hydraulic Connection...……………………………………………………………………. 6
Operation …………………………………………………………………………………….. 7-8
Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………………. 9
Service ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 9-10
Parts Illustration …………………………………………………………………………….. 11
Parts List, Hydraulic Cylinder Illustration ………………………………………………… 12
Supplemental ……………………………………………………………………………….. 13-14
Specifications...………………………………………………………………………………. 15
Warranty ………………………………………………………………………………….. i
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a new FFC Backhoe. This product has been designed and built to dig holes and
trenches up to 60” deep. You or any other person who will be assembling, operating, maintaining, or working with this
product are required to read and completely understand the information and instructions contained in this manual. If
anyone does not fully understand every part of this manual, please obtain further assistance by contacting the dealer
from which this product was purchased or by contacting FFC at the telephone number or address listed on the cover
of this manual. Keep this manual available for reference whenever this product is being handled or used. Provide
this manual to any new owners and/or operators.
This manual covers model[s] : LAF2301, LAF2302 and LAF2303. The difference between these models is the width
of the backhoe bucket, details of which are covered on the parts list and specification page[s].
GENERAL INFORMATION
The purpose of this manual is to assist in assembling, mounting, operating, and maintaining your Backhoe: Read this
manual carefully to obtain valuable information and instructions that will help you achieve safe and dependable service.
The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing, but due to possible engineering
and/or production changes, this product may vary slightly in detail. FFC reserves the right to redesign and/or change
components as necessary without notification.
Throughout this manual, references may be made to:
Power Unit The engine-driven machine to which this product must be attached.
Right, Left, Front, Rear
IMPORTANT
NOTICE
Directions that are determined in relation to the operator of the equipment when seated
in the normal operating position.
Precautions that must be followed to prevent damage to equipment.
Precautions that must be followed to prevent substandard performance.
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Always refer to the model and serial number when ordering parts or requesting information from your dealer. The
serial number plate for this product is located on the upper left rear portion of the loader attachment plate of your
Backhoe .
Reference Information
Model Number Loader Make
Serial Number Loader Model
Date Purchased Loader Serial Number
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DEFINITION OF SAFETY TERMS AND SYMBOLS
Throughout this manual, the terms DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used to indicate the degree of hazard to
personnel if proper safety procedures are not followed. These words will be used in conjunction with the Safety Alert
Symbol: a dark triangle containing a white exclamation mark.
The Safety Alert Symbol means:
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury;
may also be used to alert against unsafe practices which may result in personal injury.
ACCIDENTS CAN BE PREVENTED WITH
YOUR HELP!
No accident prevention program can be successful
without the wholehearted cooperation of the person who
is directly responsible for the operation of the equipment.
To read equipment accident reports from all over the
country is to be convinced that a large number of
accidents can be prevented only by operators who
consistently anticipate the results of their actions and
thus prevent accidents from ever occurring. No powerdriven equipment, whether it is on the highway, in a farm
field, or in an industrial plant, can be any safer than the
person who is at the controls.
OR
YOU
ARE THE KEY TO SAFETY BECAUSE:
YOU
are responsible for the SAFE operation and
maintenance of YOUR
YOU
are responsible to familiarize yourself, and anyone
else who will assemble, operate, maintain, or work
around this product, with the safety information
contained in this manual.
Backhoe.
YOU
If accidents are to be prevented [and accidents can be
prevented], that prevention will come from equipment
operators who accept their complete responsibility.
The designer, the manufacturer, and the safety engineer
all help create a safe product, but their combined efforts
can be wiped out with a single careless act by the
operator of that product.
The best safety device is a careful operator. FFC and
your dealer ask that YOU
equipment operator.
be that careful, responsible
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are responsible to read ALL information contained
in this manual to any operators or maintenance
personnel who are not fully able to read the written
English language. Whether YOU
written or translate it into another language, YOU must
make certain that all operators and maintenance
personnel have a complete understanding of the full and
exact contents of this manual. Translations of this
manual into other languages are available by submitting
a written request to FFC.
YOU
can reduce the risk of injury or death by following
all safety precautions and by using good safety
practices.
read the manual as
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WORK SAFELY - A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST ACCIDENTS !!
SECTION 1
WARNING SECTION
WARNING
Obey all the safety instructions listed in
this section and throughout this
manual. Failure to obey instructions in
this section could result in death or
serious injury.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY TYPE OF ASSEMBLY,
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, OR OTHER WORK ON
OR NEAR THIS PRODUCT:
x READ AND COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND THIS
MANUAL.
x READ AND COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND THE
MANUALS PROVIDED WITH YOUR POWER
UNIT, LOADER AND QUICK-ATTACH.
x Read and understand all safety signs on this
product and on your power unit, loader, and quickattach.
x Know all your controls and know how to quickly
stop all power unit movement, the Backhoe
movement, and the engine in case of an
emergency.
x Know and obey all applicable government rules,
O.S.H.A. regulations, local laws and other
professional guidelines for your operation.
x Make sure that anyone who will be assembling,
mounting, maintaining, repairing, removing, and/or
storing this product:
¾ has been instructed in the safe operation of this
product and
to which this product is attached.
¾ is physically and mentally capable of the safe
operation of this type of equipment.
¾ is not under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
¾ is carefully supervised from a safe distance,
especially if such person is inexperienced.
¾ wears appropriate protective equipment (i.e.
hardhat, safety glasses, work gloves, protective
shoes, respirator, ear protection, etc.).
¾ does not wear loose fitting clothing, loose or
uncovered hair, or any accessories (jewelry,
necktie, scarf, wrist watch, etc.) that can catch
in moving parts.
¾ has annually reviewed all safety instructions.
x Know and follow good work practices when
assembling, mounting, maintaining, repairing,
removing, and storing this product:
¾ Work on a level surface in a well lit area.
¾ Keep the area clean and dry.
¾ Use properly grounded electrical outlets &
tools.
of the power unit and quick-attach
¾ Use the right tool for the job at hand.
¾ Make sure that your tools are in good condition for
performing the desired function.
¾ When using tools, wear the protective equipment
specified by the tool manufacturer. (i.e. hardhat,
safety glasses, work gloves, protective shoes,
etc.)
WHEN YOUR POWER UNIT IS USED DURING ANY
TYPE OF ASSEMBLY, OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE, OR OTHER WORK ON OR NEAR
THIS PRODUCT:
x Before leaving the operator’s station or before
beginning any type of work on this product, lower this
product to the ground, apply your power unit’s parking
brake, stop the engine, remove the starter key, wait for
all moving parts to stop, and then relieve all pressure
in the hydraulic lines. Refer to your power unit’s
operator’s manual for instructions on how to relieve
hydraulic pressure in lines.
x Know your loader’s safe lifting and operating capacity
and the weight of this product. See the specifications
in this manual for the weight of this product and refer
to your power unit’s and loader’s operator’s manuals
for safe operating limits. Lift capacity may be reduced
if using a quick-attach.
x Never allow anyone, except the operator, to be around
the power unit or this product when either is in motion.
x
Do not startup unless others are clear of the work area.
x Do not allow riders on this product or the power unit.
x Do not stand or climb on this product when raised.
x Do not place any part of your body under any part of
this product unless this product is securely resting on
adequate blocking or on the ground.
x Do not use blocking made of concrete blocks, logs,
buckets, barrels or any other material that could
suddenly collapse or shift positions. Do not use wood
or steel blocking that shows any signs of material
decay. Do not use blocking that is warped, twisted, or
tapered.
x Never operate controls from the ground. Operate the
controls only from the operator’s station.
x Never leave equipment unattended with the engine
running or with this product raised on the loader.
x Be aware of the added weight and width of this
product. Reduce travel speeds accordingly, especially
when traveling over rough ground.
x Keep this product close to the ground and under control
when transporting.
x When transporting, be sure backhoe does not block
view of vehicle lights or road.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WORK SAFELY - A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST ACCIDENTS !!
x If this product does not fit properly, contact FFC
WARNING SECTION
[CONTINUED]
WARNING
Obey all the safety instructions
listed in this section and throughout
this manual. Failure to obey
instructions in this section could
result in death or serious injury.
WHEN DEALING WITH HYDRAULICS DURING ANY
TYPE OF ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE,
OR OTHER WORK ON OR NEAR THIS PRODUCT:
x Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the
skin and cause serious injury or death. Hydraulic
leaks under pressure may not be visible!
x If any fluid penetrates the skin, GET IMMEDIATE
MEDICAL ATTENTION!!
x Wear safety glasses, protective clothing, and use a
sound piece of cardboard or wood when searching
for hydraulic leaks. DO NOT USE YOUR HANDS!
x Before connecting or disconnecting hydraulic hoses,
read your tractor or power unit’s operator’s manual
for detailed instructions on connecting and
disconnecting hydraulic attachments.
x
Make certain that all parts meet the specifications for
this product when installing or replacing hydraulic
hoses or fittings.
x After connecting hydraulic lines:
¾ Slowly and carefully raise the loader and cycle
the rollback / dump cylinders to check hose
clearances and to check for any interference.
¾ Operate the hydraulics on this product to check
hose clearances and to check for any
interference.
¾ Make certain that the hoses cannot interfere with
or actuate the quick-attach mechanism.
¾
Make certain that hoses will not be pinched, or
get tangled, in any equipment.
x Do not lock the auxiliary hydraulics of your power
unit in the “ON” position.
x Refer to your power unit’s operator’s manual and
this manual for procedures and intervals, then
inspect and maintain the entire hydraulic system to
insure that the fluid remains clean, that all devices
function properly, and that there are no fluid leaks.
WHEN MOUNTING THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR
POWER UNIT:
x Refer to the operator’s manuals of your power unit,
your loader, and your quick-attach for special or
detailed mounting instructions.
x This product should fit onto the quick-attach or
loader arms of your power unit the same as the
original products that were designed by your loader /
quick-attach manufacturer.
before operating.
x Never place your finger into the mounting plate or 3-
point hitch or loader holes. A slight movement of the
power unit or this product could cause serious injury.
BEFORE EACH USE, THOROUGHLY INSPECT THIS
PRODUCT AND:
x Make certain that all safety signs are in place and
legible. Refer to the safety sign page in this manual
for the placement of safety signs for this product.
x Replace all damaged or excessively worn parts and
hardware only with genuine FFC parts or with
properly rated fasteners, hydraulic hoses, or fittings.
x Make certain that all locking pins, latches, and
connection devices are properly installed and
secured.
x Make certain that all protective guards, canopies,
doors, etc., are in place and secure.
WHEN OPERATING THIS PRODUCT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH DESIGN INTENTIONS:
x
Contact utility companies before digging. Know your
digging area! Avoid hitting underground cables and
pipes, overhead wires, and other hazards.
x
Do not drive near the trench. Always back away from
the trench before turning.
x
Never use backhoe on a power unit that is not
equipped with a cab or ROPS, and operator
restraints (seat belts or equivalent devices).
x
Do not use the backhoe to dislodge overhead
objects. Objects could fall and cause injury.
x
Do not attach a jack hammer to the backhoe.
x
Be careful when raising loaded bucket. Objects
could fall from bucket toward bystanders or operator.
x
Know your loader’s safe operating weight limit, and
the weight of loaded attachment.
x
Never dig close to loader’s wheels or under the
loader; this can cause a cave in and vehicle
overturn.
x
Do not drive near the trench. Always back away from
trench before turning.
x
Always dump loaded bucket on uphill side of
backhoe to minimize possibility of upset.
x
Use caution when working close to fences and
ditches, or on uneven ground.
WHEN ADJUSTING, SERVICING OR REPAIRING THIS
PRODUCT:
x Make no modifications to your Backhoe.
x When making repairs, use only genuine FFC parts
or, for fasteners, hydraulic hoses, or hydraulic
fittings, use only properly rated parts.
x Replacement parts, for parts with safety signs
attached, must also have safety signs attached.
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