INSTRUCTION MANUAL - Virtasenkauppa.fi

Preface
We congratulate you on choosing this high quality hydraulic backhoe Tarmo! The purpose of this instruction
manual is to help you maintain and use your backhoe. Read the instruction manual carefully. It contains
information and guidance that will help you achieve years of reliable service and performance. The
backhoe has been designed to require only little maintenance (cleaning and lubricating). Some of the
instructions are general due to unknown and varying conditions. If you have any doubt or problems, please
contact your dealer or the importer. We wish you safe and pleasant work with this tool!
Attaching and using the backhoe will require some previous experience in tractor operation. These
instructions on the operation of the backhoe are important to read even if you are experienced operator.
Make sure no one operates the backhoe without receiving a proper training in the use of the equipment and
they will read the instruction manual and safety instructions before use. Keep these instructions safe the
whole lifetime of the equipment. Lost instruction manuals will be replaced by your dealer. Remember to
pass this instruction manual to any new owner of the equipment.
Develop the guidelines and practises based on your experience to suit any situation. “Right” and left” in this
manual are viewed from the direction of travel. Pictures, drawings and data in this manual is the latest
information available at the time of printing. Possible changes in production line might slightly modify device
details. Manufacturer reserves the right, if necessary, to change the design without notification.
Important:
The illustrations in this manual may not show all the recommended safety equipment of the tractor and the
backhoe to ensure safe operation. More information on safety instructions, select section “safety
instructions” in this manual or contact your dealer.
Purpose of use
The backhoe is designed for tractor equipment. Applicable tractors have 50-120 horsepower and 100-2300
Kg lift power, weighing 5400 Kg. The backhoe is attached to the tractor with three-point hitch. In an
uncertain situation contact your nearest dealer. The backhoe is suitable for contracting work; the spill can
be loaded on a trailer or platform. The backhoe cannot be used for lifting as it may tip over.
Attaching the backhoe is fast and easy. The backhoe is attached to the tractor using three-point
connection. The control platform of the backhoe sits on top of the tractor draw hook and control levers are
used from the backhoe control platform. Backhoe turns slowly and steadily 180 degrees to each side. Two
hydraulic stabilizers come as standard as well as 30 cm wide bucket.
The backhoe has been designed to require very little maintenance. The operator can perform the
maintenance himself, more substantial maintenance and repair work such as installing hydraulic
components or maintenance must be done by a professional. If there are any additional questions about
the maintenance of the equipment contact your local dealer.
Safety instructions
Ensure that all backhoe users will read the manual and safety warnings carefully.
Keep in mind that safety is built on a number of factors. The tractor and backhoe combination is very
powerful and can cause serious personal injury or property damage when it is misused or used carelessly.
Read and understand the tractor and backhoe operating instructions before use. Do not use the equipment
unless you are completely familiar with its use and risks associated to it
The manual is designed to help
- to use the device safely and effectively
- observe and prevent potentially dangerous situations
- to keep the equipment in good condition and durable