TM 5-2420-231-10
0012
BACKHOE OPERATING PROCEDURES
Preparing Backhoe For Operation
WARNING
Before each period of operation, check that each backhoe control functions correctly. Failure
to comply may result in serious injury or death to personnel.
Engage parking brake and shift direction control lever to neutral position before turning
operator seat to backhoe position. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death to
personnel.
Do not dig ground under backhoe stabilizers. The Backhoe Loader (BHL) can fall into
excavation if bank falls in. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death to
personnel.
When operating backhoe on hill, use stabilizers to level the BHL and put earth from trench on
highest side of trench. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death to personnel.
Avoid contact with high voltage overhead power lines, buried power lines, or buried cables.
Keep all parts of the BHL at least 15 feet (4.6m) away from power sources. Failure to comply
may result in serious injury or death to personnel.
CAUTION
Exercise care when swinging backhoe completely to the side. In some positions, backhoe
can contact stabilizers. Failure to comply may result in damage to stabilizers.
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