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BACKHOE
1050
Tested. Proven. Unbeatable.
51861
Rev. 7/7/2006
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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TO THE DEALER: ® Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Woods dealer. Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner. The dealer must complete the Product Registration included with the Operator’s Manual. The customer must sign the registration which certifies that all Dealer Check List items have been complete
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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BH1050 SPECIFICATIONS Reach Below Grade (Standard Bucket) Maximum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127" (3225.8 mm) With Two Foot Flat Bottom Trench* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126" (3200.4 mm) Loading Height* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98" (2489.2 mm) Loader Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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BH1050 SPECIFICATIONS 51861 (Rev. 6/16/2006) Introduction 5
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GENERAL INFORMATION The purpose of this manual is to assist in setting up, operating and maintaining your backhoe. Read it care- fully. It furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance. These instructions have been compiled from extensive field experience and engineering data. Some informa- tion may be general in nature due to unknown and varying conditions. However, through experience and these instructions, you should be able to develop pro-
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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! grene, serious injury, or death will result. CON- Safety is a primary concern in the design and TACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY IF FLUID manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our ENTERS SKIN OR EYES. DO NOT DELAY. efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped Never allow children or untrained persons to out by an operator’s single careless act. operate equipment. In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard c
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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Only mount this backhoe on 50 hp or greater, Make sure shields and guards are properly Category 2 or 3 tractors with 2000 lb. lift capacity installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged. and with OEM high-strength top link pin of at least A minimum 25% of tractor and equipment 1” diameter or approved top link brackets and pins. weight must be on the tractor front wheels when Brackets and pins are available from your WOODS at
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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! being trapped should the boom swing control MAINTENANCE be accidentally activated. Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to Do not exceed these PTO speeds: modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo- � 540 rpm on 6-tooth spline PTO nents in any way. � 1000 rpm on 21-tooth spline PTO. Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper- Always dump spoil at least two feet away from ating, attaching, removing, assembling, o
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! BE CAREFUL! Use a clean, damp cloth to clean safety decals. Avoid spraying too close to decals when using a pressure washer; high-pressure water can enter through very small scratches or under edges of decals causing them to peel or come off. Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 2 - 34296 3 - 34244 51861 (Rev. 6/16/2006) Safety 11
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OPERATION The operator is responsible for the safe operation of hoe in transport position. Without this weight, trac- the backhoe. The operator must be properly trained. tor could tip over, causing personal injury or death. Operators should be familiar with the backhoe, the The weight may be attained with a loader, front tractor, and all safety practices before starting opera- wheel weights, ballast in tires, or front tractor tion. Read the safety rules and safety decals on page 7 weights. When
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When engaging optional PTO-mounted pump, engine rpm should always be low. Once engaged, engine rpm may be increased to desirable operation speed. When becoming familiar with backhoe controls, start with a lower rpm. Before operating, perform a functional test by placing control handles in their various positions and making certain correct operation occurs, matching decals on operator's console. Pay specific attention to the float position of boom. Do not operate backhoe if functions differ from
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H E F G A D 2 B C 1 FLOAT 1. Left stabilizer handle 2. Right stabilizer handle 37885-A 37884-A CD4637 Figure 4. Operator’s Controls (Typical View) After becoming familiar with the backhoe operation, To start the excavation, position backhoe as shown in practice coordinated use of the controls in a safe open Figure 5 for maximum breakout force. area at reduced engine speed. Gradually increase engine speed as the technique is mastered. Actuate the dipper cylinder to start digging. Approxi- mately
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SIDE SLOPE TRENCHING / EXCAVATING Be careful when swinging loaded bucket on hill- side. Always dump spoil on uphill side of backhoe DB3390 to minimize rollover possibility. When operating on a side slope, the backhoe must be Figure 6. Fill Bucket positioned using one of these two methods as shown in Figure 8 or Figure 9. DUMP AND RETURN CYCLE When operating on a side slope, always place the trench spoil on the uphill side. Keep the swing-dump-return cycle as brief as possible. Keep d
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from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times. Never leave equipment unattended with engine running or with bucket in raised position. Always engage swing and boom transport locks, relieve system pressure by operating controls, and remove ignition key before leaving equipment. Transport and Swing Lock Installation IMPORTANT ■ Before operating backhoe, disengage transport lock bar and store swing lock pin. Push transport lock bar down fu
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● Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged ___ Check that there are no leaks in the hydraulic parts. system. Before operating, all hydraulic hoses must be routed properly and not be twisted, ● Replace any safety decals that are missing or not bent sharply, kinked, pulled tight or frayed. readable. ___ During inspection, check that all nuts and bolts Periodically or Before Extended Storage are secure and clevis pins are properly cotter pinned. ● Clean large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass
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OWNER SERVICE The information in this section is written for operators Engage PTO and run at idle for 5 minutes, then check who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need help, oil level. Add fluid as necessary. your dealer has trained service technicians available. For your protection, read and follow the safety informa- Recommended Oils and Temperature Ranges tion in this manual. Do not mix oil grades or types SAE Hydraulic Transmission Fluid. . . . . . . . .All Temperatures Type “
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When tightening hoses and fittings, always use two wrenches: one to hold hose and one to tighten fitting. This will prevent hose from twisting and kinking. Always back lock nut off and screw fitting all the way in for fitting that use O-rings for sealing. Then hold in position and tighten lock nut. IMPORTANT ■ Fittings with O-rings and flange do not require additional sealant, replace damaged O-rings. LUBRICATION Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjust
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Noisy pump caused by cavitation Oil too heavy Change to proper viscosity. Oil filter plugged Replace filter. Suction line plugged or too small Clean line and check for size. Suction line kinked Replace line. Oil heating Oil supply low Fill reservoir. Contaminated oil Drain reservoir, change filter, and refill with clean oil. Setting of relief valve too high or Set to correct pressure. too low Pump operating too fast Do not exceed recommended rpm
