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Land Pride Backhoes BH2585 Operator's Manual

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    Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. © copyright 2005 printed read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! ! Table of...

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    10/28/05 © copyright 2005 all rights reserved land pride provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, land pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any ...

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    1 important safety information 10/28/05 land pride table of contents important safety information ▲ these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Safety at all times thoroughly read and understand the instructions given in this manual before o...

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    2 important safety information 10/28/05 land pride table of contents these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Transport machinery safely ▲ comply with state and local laws. ▲ maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph. Do not exceed....

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    3 important safety information 10/28/05 land pride table of contents prepare for emergencies ▲ be prepared if a fire starts. ▲ keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. ▲ keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near phone. 911 wear protective equipment ▲ pr...

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    4 important safety information 10/28/05 land pride table of contents safety labels your backhoe comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your backhoe. 1. Read and follow label directions. 2. Keep all safety labels clean and legible. 3. Replace all...

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    5 important safety information 10/28/05 land pride table of contents 20566 818-339c warning: high pressure 20567 839-933c warning: general 20567 839-932c caution: watch your step.

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    6 introduction 10/28/05 land pride table of contents introduction the parts on your bh2585 backhoe have been specially designed and should only be replaced with genuine land pride parts. Therefore, should your backhoe require replacement parts go to your land pride dealer. Serial number plate for pr...

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    7 introduction 10/28/05 land pride table of contents backhoe operation, maintenance & safety tips 1. Your backhoe must be mounted only on a tractor equipped with a category 1 or 2 hitch or skid steer hitch. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. 2. When servicing the backhoe, make sure all m...

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    8 section 1 assembly and set-up 10/28/05 land pride table of contents section 1 assembly and set-up tractor requirements ! Caution! Your backhoe must be mounted only on a tractor equipped with a category 1 or 2 hitch or skid steer mounting. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. Skid steer r...

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    9 section 1 assembly and set-up 10/28/05 land pride table of contents this procedure converts the valve to a closed center operation. If the valve is set for closed center operation, it may be converted back to open center by reversing the above procedure. Closed center hydraulic systems figure 1-2 ...

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    10 section 1 assembly and set-up 10/28/05 land pride table of contents choose the appropriate hosing independent pto hydraulic pump system install the independent hydraulic system onto the backhoe according to the following procedures. Refer to figure 1-3 and figure 1-4 for the identification of the...

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    11 section 1 assembly and set-up 10/28/05 land pride table of contents backhoe independent hydraulic systems figure 1-4 19389 pump suction filter oil reservoir (backhoe or tractor sump) inlet valve of backhoe valve return hose from backhoe valve press. Tank.

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    12 section 1 assembly and set-up 10/28/05 land pride table of contents description of major backhoe parts figure 1-5 20565 boom stabilizer cylinder stabilizer main frame bucket cylinder dipper stick boom cylinder (inside boom) swing cylinder dipper stick cylinder for all tractors if you wish to use ...

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    13 section 1 assembly and set-up 10/28/05 land pride table of contents lower link hitch bracket installation 1. Install right hand (#2) and left hand (#1) lower link hitch brackets with bolts (#3) flat washers (#5) and lock nuts (#4). Assemble hitch pins (#7) to hitch brackets as shown. Refer to fig...

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    14 section 1 assembly and set-up 10/28/05 land pride table of contents stabilizer kit installation figure 1-10 to tractor upper 3-point no more than 1” from draw bar support 20571 7. Extend boom and lower dipper stick and stabilizers until they contact the ground. 8. By manipulating the cylinder and...

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    15 section 1 assembly and set-up 10/28/05 land pride table of contents seat assembly refer to figure 1-11: assemble the seat as shown with the 3/8” flange nuts. A seat adjustment lever is provided beneath the seat for operator comfort. Bucket installation refer to figure 1-12: 1. Align bucket pivot ...

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    16 section 1 assembly and set-up 10/28/05 land pride table of contents optional equipment assemblies locking bar refer to figure 1-13: 1. After the backhoe is attached to the tractor in working position proceed with the following steps to install the locking bar. 2. Assemble eyebolts (#7), lockwashe...

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    17 section 2 operating instructions 10/28/05 land pride table of contents section 2 operating instructions 19620 unloading backhoe from trailer figure 2-1 preparing for operation preparing the backhoe unlock the boom lock. You may have to raise the boom in order to relax the tension on the lock. Pre...

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    18 section 2 operating instructions 10/28/05 land pride table of contents when hauling the backhoe on a trailer, lower the dipper stick to the trailer if possible. See figure 2-2. Observe the following precautions while transporting the backhoe with tractor: 1. When traveling on roads, use the prope...

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    19 section 2 operating instructions 10/28/05 land pride table of contents digging suggestions ! Caution! Always be sure that the stabilizers maintain contact with the ground during digging operations. Take the time to readjust the stabilizers when necessary during digging. Before you begin digging, ...

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    20 section 2 operating instructions 10/28/05 land pride table of contents side so as not to run out of dumping room. It is desirable while swinging to the side to make contact with the already removed material in order to lessen shock on the machine. This also aides the operator in pushing the mater...

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    21 section 3 maintenance and lubrication 10/28/05 land pride table of contents section 3 maintenance and lubrication repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent rust. Aerosol touch-up paint is available from your land pride dealer. Order land pride part # 821-002c for black. Store back...

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    22 section 3 maintenance and lubrication 10/28/05 land pride table of contents bucket cylinder base end type of lubrication: multipurpose grease quantity = as required 25 25 bucket pivot type of lubrication: multipurpose grease quantity = as required 20565 bucket pivot (end of stick) (zerk inside en...

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    23 section 3 maintenance and lubrication 10/28/05 land pride table of contents boom pivots (both sides) type of lubrication: multipurpose grease quantity = as required 25 boom cylinder rod end type of lubrication: multipurpose grease quantity = as required 25 20567 20567 boom pivot (unerneath at end...

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    24 section 3 maintenance and lubrication 10/28/05 land pride table of contents 20565 boom swing pivot type of lubrication: multipurpose grease quantity = as required 25 25 stabilizer cylinder rod end (both sides) type of lubrication: multipurpose grease quantity = as required 20565 20565 25 stabiliz...

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    25 section 3 maintenance and lubrication 10/28/05 land pride table of contents boom swing cylinder base end type of lubrication: multipurpose grease quantity = as required 25 20567 boom swing cylinder rod end (both sides) type of lubrication: multipurpose grease quantity = as required 25.

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    26 section 4 specifications and capacities 10/28/05 land pride table of contents section 4 specifications and capacities bh25 series backhoes bh2585 tractor horsepower rating 30-65 hp maximum digging depth 9’ digging depth 2” flat bottom 8’ 6” reach from swing pivot 11’ 2” transport height 7’ 8” buc...

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    27 section 5 features and benefits 10/28/05 land pride table of contents bh25 series backhoes features benefits tractor hp range 30 - 65 hp hitch – 3-point rigid hitch mount with stabilizing kit for maximum digging stability. Skid loader mountings selected mounting kits available for added versatili...

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    28 section 6 troubleshooting 10/28/05 land pride table of contents section 6 troubleshooting problem cause solution sticking plungers in hydraulic valve excessively high oil temperature. Eliminate restrictions in pipe lines and filtering system. Dirt in oil. Change oil-clean system. Pipe fittings to...

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    29 section 6 troubleshooting 10/28/05 land pride table of contents slow operation and poor hydraulic system performance engine speed too low. Adjust rpm’s. Defective pump. Check pressure or replace. Load too heavy. Check line pressure. Faulty main relief valve. Clean or replace main relief valve. In...

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    30 section 7 appendix 10/28/05 land pride table of contents section 7 appendix torque values chart for common bolt size in-tpi 1 n · m ft-lb 3 n · m ft-lb n · m ft-lb mm x pitch n · m ft-lb n · m ft-lb n · m ft-lb 1/4" - 20 7.4 5.6 11 8 16 12 m 5 x 0.8 4 3 6 5 9 7 1/4" - 28 8.5 6 13 10 18 14 m 6 x 1...

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    31 section 7 appendix 10/28/05 land pride table of contents warranty land pride warrants to the original purchaser that this land pride product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used as int...

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