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Operation & Maintenance Manual

Trencher

(LT112 Trencher) S/N 045200101 & Above


(MX112 Trencher) S/N 045100101 & Above
(LT113 Trencher) S/N 233800101 & Above

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(LT113 Trencher) S/N B3WV00101 & Above

6902550enUS (10-15) (J) Printed in U.S.A. © Bobcat Company 2015

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CONTENTS

FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

SAFETY AND TRAINING RESOURCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

MACHINE SIGN TRANSLATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

ALPHABETICAL INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

REFERENCE INFORMATION

Write the correct information for YOUR Bobcat attachment in the spaces below. Always use these numbers when

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referring to your Bobcat attachment.

Attachment Serial Number

NOTES:

YOUR BOBCAT DEALER:

ADDRESS:

PHONE:

Bobcat Company Bobcat Company Europe


P.O. Box 128 Drève Richelle 167
Gwinner, ND 58040-0128 B-1410 WATERLOO
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BELGIUM

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FOREWORD

This Operation & Maintenance Manual was written to give the owner / operator instructions on the safe operation
and maintenance of the Bobcat attachment. READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR BOBCAT ATTACHMENT. If you have any questions, see your Bobcat
dealer.

BOBCAT COMPANY IS IS0 9001 CERTIFIED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7


Attachment Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

DELIVERY REPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

ATTACHMENT IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
LT112 And LT113 Trencher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
MX112 Trencher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10


Standard Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Optional Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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BOBCAT COMPANY IS IS0 9001 CERTIFIED SAFETY

ISO 9001 is an international standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system that controls the
processes and procedures which we use to design, develop, manufacture, and distribute Bobcat products.

British Standards Institute (BSI) is the Certified Registrar Bobcat Company chose to assess the company’s compliance
with the ISO 9001 at Bobcat's manufacturing facilities in Gwinner, North Dakota (U.S.A.), Pontchâteau (France), and the
Bobcat corporate offices (Gwinner, Bismarck, and West Fargo) in North Dakota. TÜV Rheinland is the Certified Registrar
Bobcat Company chose to assess the company’s compliance with the ISO 9001 at Bobcat’s manufacturing facility in
Dobris (Czech Republic). Only certified assessors, like BSI and TÜV Rheinland, can grant registrations.

ISO 9001 means that as a company we say what we do and do what we say. In other words, we have established
procedures and policies, and we provide evidence that the procedures and policies are followed.

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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the
state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other
reproductive harm.

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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION DELIVERY REPORT

Attachment Serial Number Figure 3

Figure 1

LT112 & LT113

NA7494

P105351
The delivery report [Figure 3] contains a list of items that
must be explained or shown to the owner or operator by
Figure 2 the dealer when the Bobcat trencher is delivered.

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MX112 The delivery report must be reviewed and signed by the
owner or operator and the dealer.

P105352

Always use the serial number of the trencher when


requesting service information or when ordering parts.
Early or later models (identification made by serial
number) may use different parts, or it may be necessary
to use a different procedure in doing a specific service
operation [Figure 1] or [Figure 2].

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ATTACHMENT IDENTIFICATION

LT112 And LT113 Trencher

STEP
MOUNTING
FRAME

AUGER

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TRENCH CLEANER
SHOE

DIGGING CHAIN
QUICK COUPLERS
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ATTACHMENT IDENTIFICATION (CONT’D)

MX112 Trencher

X-CHANGE™ MOUNT

AUGER

TRENCH CLEANER
SHOE

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HYDRAULIC MOTOR

DIGGING CHAIN
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FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES

Standard Items

The trencher is equipped with the following Standard


items:

• Large Diameter Auger With A Tapered Design

Optional Items

Below is a list of Options available for your trencher. See


your Bobcat dealer for other available Options and
Accessories.

• Single Standard Pattern Chain And Widths

• Double Standard Pattern Chain And Widths

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SAFETY AND TRAINING RESOURCES

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Safe Operation Is The Operator’s Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Use Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Call Before You Dig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Avoid Silica Dust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

FIRE PREVENTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Spark Arrester Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Welding And Grinding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Fire Extinguishers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

PUBLICATIONS AND TRAINING RESOURCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

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ATTACHMENT SIGNS (DECALS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
LT112 And LT113 Trencher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
MX112 Trencher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator
Safe Operation Is The Operator’s Responsibility For an operator to be qualified, he or she must not use
drugs or alcoholic drinks which impair alertness or
coordination while working. An operator who is taking
Safety Alert Symbol prescription drugs must get medical advice to determine
if he or she can safely operate a machine and the
This symbol with a warning statement means: attachment.
“Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!”
A Qualified Operator Must Do The Following:
Carefully read the message that follows.
Understand the Written Instructions, Rules and
Regulations
• The written instructions from Bobcat Company

WARNING include the Delivery Report, Operation &


Maintenance Manual, Operator’s Handbook, Safety
Manual and machine signs (decals).
Operator must have instructions before operating the • Check the rules and regulations at your location. The
machine. Untrained operators can cause injury or rules may include an employer’s work safety
death. requirements. Regulations may apply to local driving
W-2001-0502 requirements or use of a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV)
emblem. Regulations may identify a hazard such as a
utility line.
Have Training with Actual Operation
IMPORTANT

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• Operator training must consist of a demonstration and
verbal instruction. This training is given by your
This notice identifies procedures which must be Bobcat dealer before the product is delivered.
followed to avoid damage to the machine. • The new operator must start in an area without
I-2019-0284
bystanders and use all the controls until he or she can
operate the machine and attachment safely under all
conditions of the work area. Always fasten seat belt
before operating.

DANGER Know the Work Conditions


• Know the weight of the materials being handled.
Avoid exceeding the machine load capacities.
The signal word DANGER on the machine and in the Material which is very dense will be heavier than the
manuals indicates a hazardous situation which, if not same volume of less dense material. Reduce the size
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. of load if handling dense material.
D-1002-1107
• The operator must know any prohibited uses or work
areas, for example, he or she needs to know about
excessive slopes.
WARNING • Know the location of any underground lines. Call local
utilities or the TOLL FREE phone number found in the
The signal word WARNING on the machine and in the Call Before You Dig section of this manual.
manuals indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious • Wear tight fitting clothing. Always wear safety glasses
injury. when doing maintenance or service. Safety glasses,
W-2044-1107 respiratory equipment, hearing protection, Special
Applications Kits or a Front Window Guard are
The Bobcat machine and attachment must be in good required for some work. See your Bobcat dealer
operating condition before use. about Bobcat safety equipment for your machine.
Check all of the items on the Bobcat Service Schedule
Decal under the 8-10 hour column or as shown in the
Operation & Maintenance Manual.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT’D) Call Before You Dig

Use Safety Rules

• Read and follow instructions in the machine and the


attachment’s Operation & Maintenance Manual
before operating.

• Check for underground lines before operating


attachment (if applicable).

• In addition to the design and configuration of


equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence and proper training of personnel involved in
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of
Call Before You Dig
equipment. Dial 811 (USA Only)
• Check that the Bob-Tach™ levers are in the locked
1-888-258-0808 (USA & Canada)
position and the wedges are fully engaged into the
holes of the attachment (if applicable). When you call, you will be directed to a location in your
state / province, or city for information about buried lines
• Check that the attachment is securely fastened to the (telephone, cable TV, water, sewer, gas, etc.).
machine.
Avoid Silica Dust

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• Make sure all the machine controls are in the
NEUTRAL position before starting the machine.

• Operate the attachment only from the operator’s


position.

• Operate the attachment according to the Operation &


Maintenance Manual.

• When learning to operate the attachment, do it at a


slow rate in an area clear of bystanders.
Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock
containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust.
• DO NOT permit personnel to be in the work area
Do not exceed Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL) to
when operating the machine and attachment.
silica dust as determined by OSHA or other job site Rules
and Regulations. Use a respirator, water spray or other
• The attachment must be used ONLY on approved
means to control dust. Silica dust can cause lung disease
machines. See your Bobcat dealer for updated list of
and is known to the state of California to cause cancer.
approved attachments for each machine model.

• DO NOT modify equipment or add attachments that


are not approved by the manufacturer.

• DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on the


machine or attachment while the engine is running.

• Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if


damaged.

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FIRE PREVENTION Hydraulic System

Check hydraulic tubes, hoses and fittings for damage


and leakage. Never use open flame or bare skin to check
for leaks. Hydraulic tubes and hoses must be properly
routed and have adequate support and secure clamps.
Tighten or replace any parts that show leakage.

Maintenance Always clean fluid spills. Do not use gasoline or diesel


fuel for cleaning parts. Use commercial nonflammable
The machine and some attachments have components solvents.
that are at high temperatures under normal operating
conditions. The primary source of high temperatures is Fueling
the engine and exhaust system. The electrical system, if
damaged or incorrectly maintained, can be a source of
arcs or sparks.

Flammable debris (leaves, straw, etc.) must be removed


regularly. If flammable debris is allowed to accumulate, it
can cause a fire hazard. Clean often to avoid this
accumulation. Flammable debris in the engine Stop the engine and let it cool before adding fuel. No
compartment is a potential fire hazard. smoking! Do not refuel a machine near open flames or
sparks. Fill the fuel tank outdoors.
The operator’s area, engine compartment and engine

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cooling system must be inspected every day and cleaned Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) poses a greater static
if necessary to prevent fire hazards and overheating. ignition hazard than earlier diesel formulations with
higher Sulfur content. Avoid death or serious injury from
All fuels, most lubricants and some coolant mixtures are fire or explosion. Consult with your fuel or fuel system
flammable. Flammable fluids that are leaking or spilled supplier to ensure the delivery system is in compliance
onto hot surfaces or onto electrical components can with fueling standards for proper grounding and bonding
cause a fire. practices.

Operation Starting
Do not use the machine where exhaust, arcs, sparks or
hot components can contact flammable material, Do not use ether or starting fluids on any engine that has
explosive dust or gases. glow plugs. These starting aids can cause explosion and
injure you or bystanders.
Electrical
Use the procedure in the Operation & Maintenance
Manual for connecting the battery and for jump starting.

Spark Arrester Exhaust System

The spark arrester exhaust system is designed to control


the emission of hot particles from the engine and exhaust
system, but the muffler and the exhaust gases are still
Check all electrical wiring and connections for damage. hot.
Keep the battery terminals clean and tight. Repair or
replace any damaged part or wires that are loose or Check the spark arrester exhaust system regularly to
frayed. make sure it is maintained and working properly. Use the
procedure in the Operation & Maintenance Manual for
Battery gas can explode and cause serious injury. Use cleaning the spark arrester muffler (if equipped).
the procedure in the Operation & Maintenance Manual
for connecting the battery and for jump starting. Do not
jump start or charge a frozen or damaged battery. Keep
any open flames or sparks away from batteries. Do not
smoke in battery charging area.
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FIRE PREVENTION (CONT’D)

Welding And Grinding

Always clean the machine and attachment, disconnect


the battery, and disconnect the wiring from the Bobcat
controllers before welding. Cover rubber hoses, battery
and all other flammable parts. Keep a fire extinguisher
near the machine when welding.

Have good ventilation when grinding or welding painted


parts. Wear dust mask when grinding painted parts.
Toxic dust or gas can be produced.

Dust generated from repairing nonmetallic parts such as


hoods, fenders or covers can be flammable or explosive.
Repair such components in a well ventilated area away
from open flames or sparks.

Fire Extinguishers

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Know where fire extinguishers and first aid kits are
located and how to use them. Inspect the fire
extinguisher and service the fire extinguisher regularly.
Obey the recommendations on the instructions plate.

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PUBLICATIONS AND TRAINING RESOURCES

The following publications are also available for your


Bobcat attachment. You can order from your Bobcat
dealer.

For the latest information on Bobcat products and the TRENCHER CHAIN
Bobcat Company, visit our web site at www.bobcat.com PATTERN MANUAL

6903853

OPERATION &
MAINTENANCE
MANUAL Complete maintenance and overhaul instructions for
your trencher chain.
6902550enUS

Complete instructions on the correct operation and


the routine maintenance of the Bobcat attachment.

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SERVICE
MANUAL

6900899

Complete maintenance and overhaul instructions for


your Bobcat attachment.

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ATTACHMENT SIGNS (DECALS)

LT112 And LT113 Trencher

Follow the instructions on all the Attachment Signs (Decals) that are on the attachment. Replace any damaged attachment
signs and be sure they are in the correct locations. Attachment signs are available from your Bobcat attachment dealer.

6657351
6575965

6579914 (2)

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6815993 (2)

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ATTACHMENT SIGNS (DECALS) (CONT’D)

MX112 Trencher

Follow the instructions on all the Attachment Signs (Decals) that are on the attachment. Replace any damaged attachment
signs and be sure they are in the correct locations. Attachment signs are available from your Bobcat attachment dealer.

6657351
6575965

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6579914 (2)

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

DAILY INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Attachment Mounting Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Bob-Tach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Common Industry Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
X-Change™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Chain Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27


Approved Loader Models And Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Entering And Exiting The Loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Hydraulic Quick Couplers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Operation With The Loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38


Approved Excavator Models And Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Entering And Exiting the Excavator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Hydraulic Quick Couplers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Operation With The Excavator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK LOADERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69


Approved Mini Track Loader Models And Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Entering And Leaving The Operator’s Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Hydraulic Quick Couplers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Operation With The Mini Track Loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

LIFTING THE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87


Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT ON A TRAILER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88


Fastening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT AND MACHINE ON A TRAILER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90


Loading And Fastening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

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DAILY INSPECTION

Attachment Mounting Frame

Figure 4

1 P-41729

Bob-Tach: Inspect the Bob-Tach wedge mounts (Item 1),


mounting flange (Item 2) [Figure 4] and all welds on the
trencher for wear and damage each time the trencher is

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removed from the machine.

Figure 5

1
P124038

Common Industry Interface: Inspect the Common


Industry Interface mounting holes (Item 1), mounting
flange (Item 2) [Figure 5] and all welds on the trencher
for wear and damage each time the trencher is removed
from the machine.

Frequently inspect the trencher to ensure that all


components are secure and that all bolts and nuts are
thoroughly tightened.

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DAILY INSPECTION (CONT’D) Figure 7

Bob-Tach

Hand Lever Bob-Tach

WARNING
Bob-Tach wedge must contact
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH the lower edge of the
The Bob-Tach wedges must extend through the holes attachment mounting frame
in the attachment mounting frame. Levers must be hole.
fully down and locked. Failure to secure wedges can
P-79780
allow attachment to come off.
W-2715-0208

The wedges must extend through the holes in the


Figure 6 attachment mounting frame, securely fastening the
attachment to the Bob-Tach [Figure 7].

NOTE: If the wedge does not contact the lower edge


of the hole, the attachment will be loose and
can come off the Bob-Tach.

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Inspect the mounting frame on the machine. (See the
machine's Operation & Maintenance Manual for
inspecting the Bob-Tach). Replace any parts that are
damaged, bent or missing. Keep all fasteners tight. Look
for cracked welds. Contact your Bobcat dealer for repair
or replacement parts.
P-41502A
Lubricate the wedges. (See the machine’s Operation &
Maintenance Manual for the correct procedure.)
Push down on the Bob-Tach levers until they are fully
engaged in the locked position [Figure 6] (wedges fully
extended through the attachment mounting frame holes).

The levers and wedges must move freely [Figure 6].

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DAILY INSPECTION (CONT’D) Figure 9

Common Industry Interface

1
1
WARNING
The Common Industry Interface locking pins must
extend through the holes in attachment frame.
Levers must be fully down and locked. Failure to
secure the locking pins can allow attachment to
come off and cause serious injury or death. 2
W-2996-1015

Figure 8 P124037
P124036

The pins (Item 1) must extend through the holes in the


attachment mounting frame (Item 2), [Figure 9] securely
fastening the attachment to the interface.

Inspect the mounting frame on the machine. (See the

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machine's Operation & Maintenance Manual for
inspecting the Common Industry Interface). Replace any
parts that are damaged, bent or missing. Keep all
fasteners tight. Look for cracked welds. Contact your
Bobcat dealer for repair or replacement parts.
P124033
Lubricate the locking pins. (See the machine’s Operation
& Maintenance Manual for the correct procedure.)
Push down on the locking levers until they are fully
engaged in the locked position [Figure 8] (pins fully
extended through the attachment mounting frame holes).

The levers and pins must move freely [Figure 8].

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DAILY INSPECTION (CONT’D) Chain Guide

X-Change™ Figure 12

Figure 10

1
P-41726

P-41720 Inspect the top and bottom chain guide (Item 1)


[Figure 12] for wear and damage.
Inspect the X-Change mount (Item 1) [Figure 10] and all
welds on the trencher for wear and damage each time
the trencher is removed from the machine.

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Frequently inspect the trencher to ensure that all
components are secure and that all bolts and nuts are
thoroughly tightened.

Figure 11

P-27892

Inspect the X-Change for wear or damage. Inspect the X-


Change pins (Item 1) and hooks (Item 2) [Figure 11] (on
the attachment) and all hardware for wear or damage.

Repair or replace damaged parts.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS

Approved Loader Models And Requirements

Figure 13
LOADER
LT112 LT113
MODEL
463 X X
S70 X X
X = Approved

The chart [Figure 13] shows the approved trencher


models for each loader model.

The warranty is void if this attachment is used on a


non-approved carrier. See your Bobcat dealer for an
updated list of approved carriers.

WARNING
Never use attachments or buckets which are not

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approved by the Bobcat Company. Attachments and
buckets for safe loads of specified densities are
approved for each model. Unapproved attachments
and buckets can cause injury or death.
W-2662-0108

Figure 14

P19289

The loader must be equipped with front auxiliary


hydraulics [Figure 14] for proper operation of the
trencher. See your Bobcat dealer for available kits.

The warranty is void if this attachment is used on a


non-approved carrier. See your Bobcat dealer for an
updated list of approved carriers.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) Figure 16

Entering And Exiting The Loader

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
When operating the machine:
• Keep the seat belt fastened snugly.
• The seat bar must be lowered.
• Keep your feet on the pedal controls or footrests
and hands on the controls. P16038
W-2261-0909

Enter the loader. Fasten the seat belt and adjust it so the
Entering buckle is centered between your hips [Figure 16].

Figure 15 Figure 17

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P-41735 P-81992

Use the attachment steps, grab handles and safety Lower the seat bar and engage the parking brake
treads (on the loader lift arms and frame) to get on and [Figure 17].
off the loader [Figure 15].
Put the foot pedals or hand controls in NEUTRAL
position.

NOTE: Keep your hands on the steering levers and


your feet on the foot pedals (or footrests)
while operating the loader.

See the loader’s Operation & Maintenance Manual and


Operator’s Handbook for detailed information on
operating the loader.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D)

Entering And Exiting The Loader (Cont’d)

Exiting

Lower the lift arms and put the attachment flat on the
ground.

Stop the engine and engage the parking brake.

Lift the seat bar and make sure the lift and tilt functions
are deactivated.

Remove the key.

Exit the loader.

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH

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Before you leave the operator’s position:
• Lower the lift arms, put the attachment flat on the
ground.
• Stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
• Move all pedals, handles, joysticks, and other
controls until they are LOCKED or in the
NEUTRAL position.
SEE THE MACHINE OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.
W-2722-0208

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) Figure 19

Installation

Hand Lever Bob-Tach

NOTE: The illustrations and instructions provided


explain how to install a bucket attachment on
to a loader. Follow these same instructions if
you are installing different attachments such
as a grapple, tiller, combo bucket, etc.

The attachment mounting frame for the


attachment has a top flange that is designed
P-41504
to receive the top edge of the Bob-Tach and
the lower part of the frame is designed to
receive the Bob-Tach wedges. Lower the lift arms and tilt the Bob-Tach forward.

Drive the loader slowly forward until the top edge of the

WARNING Bob-Tach is completely under the top flange of the


attachment mounting frame [Figure 19].

Warnings on the machine and in the manuals are for NOTE: Be sure the Bob-Tach levers do not hit the
your safety. Failure to obey warnings can cause attachment.

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serious injury or death.
W-2744-0608 Figure 20

Always inspect the loader’s Bob-Tach and the attachment


mounting frame before installation. See the loader’s
Operation & Maintenance Manual. (See DAILY
INSPECTION on Page 23.)

Figure 18

P-41505

Tilt the Bob-Tach backward until the attachment is slightly


off the ground [Figure 20]. This will cause the
attachment mounting frame to fit up against the front of
the Bob-Tach.
P-41502
NOTE: When leaving the operator's seat to install an
attachment, tilt the attachment until it is
Pull the Bob-Tach levers up until they are fully raised slightly off the ground.
(wedges fully raised) [Figure 18].
Stop the engine and exit the loader. (See Entering And
Enter the loader. (See Entering And Exiting The Loader Exiting The Loader on Page 28.)
on Page 28.)

Start the engine, press the PRESS TO OPERATE


LOADER button and release the parking brake.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) Figure 22

Installation (Cont’d)

Hand Lever Bob-Tach (Cont’d)

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH FRAME CONTACT POINTS
Before you leave the operator’s seat:
• Lower the lift arms and put the attachment flat on P-79781
the ground.
• Stop the engine.
• Engage the parking brake. Both levers must contact the frame as shown when
• Raise the seat bar. locked [Figure 22].
• Move all controls to the NEUTRAL / LOCKED
position to make sure the lift, tilt and traction If both levers do not engage in the locked position, see
drive functions are deactivated. your Bobcat dealer for maintenance.

The seat bar system must deactivate these functions


when the seat bar is up. See your Bobcat dealer for
WARNING

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service if controls do not deactivate.
W-2463-1110

AVOID INJURY OR DEATH


Figure 21 The Bob-Tach wedges must extend through the holes
in the attachment mounting frame. Levers must be
fully down and locked. Failure to secure wedges can
allow attachment to come off.
W-2715-0208

Figure 23

P-41502A

Push down on the Bob-Tach levers until they are fully Bob-Tach wedge must
engaged in the locked position [Figure 21] (wedges fully contact the lower edge of the
extended through the attachment mounting frame holes). attachment mounting frame
hole.

P-79780

The wedges must extend through the holes in the


attachment mounting frame, securely fastening the
attachment to the Bob-Tach [Figure 23].

Connect auxiliary hydraulic hoses (if applicable). (See


Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 33.)

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) Rotate the attachment hydraulic hoses as needed so the
hoses are not twisted or contacting any moving parts of
Installation (Cont'd) the loader or attachment.

For First Time Installation Tighten the attachment quick coupler connections while
the couplers are still connected to the loader. This will
New attachments and new loaders are factory equipped help hold the hydraulic hoses in position while tightening.
with flush face couplers. If installing an attachment
equipped with poppet style couplers, the attachment Tighten the quick couplers connections to 63 N•m (46 ft-
couplers will have to be changed to match the loader. lb) torque before starting the loader.
See your Bobcat dealer for parts information.
Enter the loader. (See Entering And Exiting The Loader
on Page 28.)

IMPORTANT Start the engine and release the parking brake (if
equipped).
• Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before Engage auxiliary hydraulics. (See the loader’s Operation
making connections. Dirt can quickly damage the & Maintenance Manual and Operator’s Handbook for
system. correct procedure.)
• Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an
environmentally safe manner.
I-2278-0608

WARNING

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With the loader engine off and using the hose guides (if
equipped), route the attachment hydraulic hoses to the
loader. Connect the attachment hydraulic quick couplers AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
to the loader couplers. (See Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid under pressure can
Page 33.) penetrate skin or eyes, causing serious injury or
death. Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible.
Check that the attachment hydraulic hoses are not Use a piece of cardboard or wood to find leaks. Do
twisted or contacting any moving parts of the attachment not use your bare hand. Wear safety goggles. If fluid
or loader. enters skin or eyes, get immediate medical attention
from a physician familiar with this injury.
W-2072-0807
NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the quick
couplers on the attachment hydraulic hoses
to remove any twists in the hoses. Check the attachment hydraulic quick coupler
connections for leaks.

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Wear safety glasses to prevent eye injury when any
of the following conditions exist:
• When fluids are under pressure.
• Flying debris or loose material is present.
• Engine is running.
• Tools are being used.
W-2019-0907

Loosen the quick coupler connections on the attachment


hydraulic hoses while connected to the loader. Do not
remove the quick couplers.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) To Connect:

Hydraulic Quick Couplers Remove any dirt or debris from the surface of both the
male and female couplers, and from the outside diameter
of the male coupler. Visually check the couplers for
corroding, cracking, damage, or excessive wear. If any of
IMPORTANT these conditions exist, the coupler(s) must be replaced
[Figure 24].

• Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before Install the male coupler into the female coupler. Full
making connections. Dirt can quickly damage the connection is made when the ball release sleeve slides
system. forward on the female coupler.
• Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an
environmentally safe manner. NOTE: Check that the attachment hydraulic hoses
I-2278-0608 are not twisted or contacting any moving
parts of the attachment or loader. (See For
New attachments and new loaders are factory equipped First Time Installation on Page 32.) for proper
with flush face couplers. If installing an attachment adjustment.
equipped with poppet style couplers, the attachment
couplers will have to be changed to match the loader. To Disconnect:
See your Bobcat dealer for parts information.
Relieve hydraulic pressure. (See the loader’s Operation &
NOTE: Make sure the quick couplers are fully Maintenance Manual and Operator’s Handbook for
engaged. If the quick couplers do not fully correct procedure.)

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engage, check to see that the couplers are the
same size and type. Push the couplers together, retract the sleeve on the
female coupler until the couplers disconnect.
Figure 24

P19289

WARNING
AVOID BURNS
Hydraulic fluid, tubes, fittings and quick couplers
can get hot when running machine and attachments.
Be careful when connecting and disconnecting quick
couplers.
W-2220-0396

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D)

Control Functions

WARNING
Keep all bystanders 6 m (20 ft) away from equipment
when operating. Contact with moving parts, a trench
cave-in or flying objects can cause injury or death.
W-2119-0910

Enter the loader. (See Entering And Exiting The Loader


on Page 28.)

Start the engine and release the parking brake.

Engage the auxiliary hydraulics. (See the loader’s


Operation & Maintenance Manual for correct procedure.)

Figure 25

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1

P-21450

To start the trencher, move the right steering lever (Item


1) to the right. To stop the trencher, move the right steer
lever (Item 1) [Figure 25] to the center position.

Continuous Flow

Move the right steer lever (Item 1) fully to the right into
the DETENT position for continuous hydraulic flow to the
trencher. To Stop the trencher, move the right steer lever
(Item 1) [Figure 25] to the center position.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) Figure 27

Operation With The Loader

Manual Side Shift

Always park on flat level ground.

Lower the trencher until it is slightly off the ground.

Stop the engine and exit the loader. (See Entering And
Exiting The Loader on Page 28.)

WARNING P-41736

Move the trencher to the desired position [Figure 27].


AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before you leave the operator’s seat:
Slide the blocks (Item 2) [Figure 26] against the trencher
• Lower the lift arms, put the attachment flat on the
frame, then tighten the bolts to 34 - 38 N•m (25 - 28 ft-lb)
ground.
torque.
• Stop the engine.
• Engage the parking brake.

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• Raise seat bar, move pedals until both lock.
W-2045-1086

Figure 26

1
1
2
1
2

P-41525 P-41722

Loosen the two bolts (Item 1) from both the left and right
blocks (Item 2) [Figure 26] holding the trencher in the
desired position.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) Figure 28

Operation With The Loader (Cont’d)

Loader Trenching Procedure

DANGER
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Bystanders must stay 6 m (20 ft) away from chain and
auger.
D-1019-0910 P-41737

Raise the lift arms and tilt the trencher forward until the
trencher is at a 20 - 25° angle to the ground [Figure 28].
WARNING Start the trencher. (See Control Functions on Page 34.)
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH Lower the lift arms until the end of the attachment
Check for underground utility lines before digging. contacts the ground and starts digging the trench.
W-2120-0788
Continue to lower the lift arms while the trencher is

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digging until the lift arms are fully lowered.
Enter the loader. (See Entering And Exiting The Loader
on Page 28.) Slowly tilt the Bob-Tach into the ground until the trencher
boom is approximately at a 60° angle to the ground.

When the attachment reaches this angle, it is at the best


digging position.

Drive backward and continue trenching until the desired


length of the trench is reached.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS (CONT’D) Figure 29

Removal

Hand Lever Bob-Tach

Lower the lift arms and put the attachment flat on the
ground. Lower or close the hydraulic equipment (if
equipped).

NOTE: In muddy conditions or to prevent the


attachment from freezing to the ground, put
the attachment on planks or blocks before
removing the attachment from the loader.
P-41502B

Stop the engine and release auxiliary hydraulic pressure


(if applicable). (See the loader’s Operation & Pull the Bob-Tach levers up [Figure 29] until they are
Maintenance Manual and Operator’s Handbook for fully raised (wedges fully raised).
correct procedure.)

Exit the loader. (See Entering And Exiting The Loader on


Page 28.) WARNING

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Bob-Tach levers have spring tension. Hold lever
WARNING tightly and release slowly. Failure to obey warning
can cause injury.
W-2054-1285
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before you leave the operator’s seat: Enter the loader. (See Entering And Exiting The Loader
• Lower the lift arms and put the attachment flat on on Page 28.)
the ground.
• Stop the engine. Start the engine, press the PRESS TO OPERATE
• Engage the parking brake. LOADER button and release the parking brake.
• Raise the seat bar.
• Move all controls to the NEUTRAL / LOCKED Figure 30
position to make sure the lift, tilt and traction
drive functions are deactivated.

The seat bar system must deactivate these functions


when the seat bar is up. See your Bobcat dealer for
service if controls do not deactivate.
W-2463-1110

Disconnect auxiliary hydraulic hoses (if applicable). (See


Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 33.)

P-41504A

Tilt the Bob-Tach forward and drive the loader backward,


away from the attachment [Figure 30].

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 32

Approved Excavator Models And Requirements

Figure 31
EXCAVATOR
MX112
MODELS
331 X
331E X
334 X
335 X
337 X
341 X
430 X
435 X
P-49107
E32 X
E35 X
E42 X Figure 33
E45 X
E50 X E60 Machines Only
E55 X
E60 X
X = Approved

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The chart [Figure 31] lists the excavator models
approved for use with the trencher.

Warranty on this attachment is void if used on a non-


approved carrier. See your Bobcat dealer for a
current list of approved carriers.

P-89978
WARNING
The excavator must be equipped with front auxiliary
Never use attachments or buckets which are not hydraulics [Figure 32] or [Figure 33].
approved by the Bobcat Company. Attachments and
buckets for safe loads of specified densities are NOTE: The male flush face couplers are located on
approved for each model. Unapproved attachments the right side of the arm (shown) [Figure 33],
and buckets can cause injury or death. the female couplers are located on the left
W-2662-0108 side of the arm (E60 excavators only).

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 35
(CONT’D)

Entering And Exiting the Excavator

Entering

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
When operating the machine:
• Keep the seat belt fastened snugly.
• The control console(s) must be lowered.
P-86323
• Keep your feet and arms inside the cab.
W-2777-1208
Fasten the seat belt snugly. Adjust the seat belt so that
Figure 34 the belt is over the operator’s hips [Figure 35].

Figure 36

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P11442

Figure 37
E60 Machine Only

P-86319

Use the grab handles, tracks the and safety treads to


enter and exit the excavator [Figure 34].

P-86320

Lower the left control console [Figure 36] and


[Figure 37] before starting the engine.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 38
(CONT’D)

Entering And Exiting the Excavator (Cont’d)

Entering (Cont’d)

NOTE: There is a control lock switch in the left


console which deactivates the hydraulic
control levers / steering wheel (joysticks and
traction system) when the control console
lock lever is raised. The console must be in
the locked down position for the hydraulic 1
control levers (joysticks and traction system)
to operate.
P11443
NOTE: If the control lock switch does not deactivate
the control levers when the console lock lever
is raised, see your Bobcat dealer for service. Figure 39
E60 Machine Only
See the excavator’s Operation & Maintenance Manual
and Operator’s Handbook for detailed information on
operating the excavator.

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Exiting

Lower the work equipment to the ground.

Lower the blade to the ground.

P-86320

Lift up the lever (Item 1) [Figure 38] and [Figure 39] to


release and raise the control console.

Stop the engine and remove the key.

Exit the excavator.

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before leaving the machine:
• Lower the work equipment to the ground.
• Lower the blade to the ground.
• Stop the engine and remove the key.
W-2196-0595

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 42
(CONT’D)

Installation

Bolt-On X-Change

The trencher will need to be rolled over before it can be


mounted to the excavator.

Remove the trench cleaner before rolling the trencher


over.

NOTE: Secure the hose so they do not get pinched or


cut while rolling the trencher over.

Figure 40 P-41746

Continue to roll the trencher over so it lays as shown


1 [Figure 42].

Remove the chain.

Enter the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the


Excavator on Page 39.)

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Position the excavator in front of the trencher.

Figure 43

P-41744

Attach a chain (Item 1) [Figure 40] to the mounting


frame.
2
NOTE: Use chains that are in good condition and of
adequate size to lift the attachment.

Figure 41

P-27892

Move the boom and arm until the X-Change pins (Item 1)
are under the hooks (Item 2) [Figure 43] on the trencher
frame.

P-41745

Roll the trencher to the flat side (the opposite side of the
auger) [Figure 41]. Use a hoist to assist in rolling the
trencher over.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 46
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d) 1

Bolt-On X-Change (Cont’d)


2
Figure 44

3
P-27896
2

Lower the boom until the hooks (Item 1) of the trencher


frame disengage the pins (Item 2) of the X-Change and
the plate engages the crossmember (Item 3) [Figure 46]
1 of the trencher frame.
P-27893
Stop the excavator.
Raise the boom slightly to engage the pins (Item 1) into Exit the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the
the hooks (Item 2) [Figure 44]. Excavator on Page 39.)

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Figure 45 Figure 47

1 P-27894

Extend the bucket cylinder until the X-Change (Item 1) 1


[Figure 45] contacts the trencher frame and raises the
P-27902
trencher off of the ground.

Install the bolt on plate (Item 1) [Figure 47] to the X-


change.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS X-Change System
(CONT’D)
The trencher will need to be rolled over before it can be
Installation (Cont’d) mounted to the excavator.

Bolt-On X-Change (Cont’d) Remove the trench cleaner before rolling the trencher
over.
Figure 48
NOTE: Secure the hose so they do not get pinched or
cut while rolling the trencher over.

Figure 49

2
1

1
P-27903

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Install the two bolts (Item 1) into the plate (Item 2)
[Figure 48]. P-41744

NOTE: DO NOT over-torque bolts. Over-torquing may


cause bolt or thread damage and could result Attach a chain (Item 1) [Figure 49] to the mounting
in bolts breaking during operation. frame.

Installation: Tighten the bolts to 170 - 190 N•m (125 - NOTE: Use chains that are in good condition and of
140 ft-lb) torque. adequate size to lift the attachment.

NOTE: Check the bolt torque after every eight hours Figure 50
of operation.

P-41745

Roll the trencher to the flat side (the opposite side of the
auger) [Figure 50]. Use a hoist to assist in rolling the
trencher over.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 53
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)

X-Change System (Cont’d) 2

Figure 51

P-27893

Raise the boom slightly to engage the pins (Item 1) into


the hooks (Item 2) [Figure 53].

Figure 54
P-41746

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Continue to roll the trencher over so it lays as shown
[Figure 51].

Remove the chain.

Enter the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the


Excavator on Page 39.)
1
Position the excavator in front of the trencher.

Retract the bucket cylinder completely to reset the X-


P-27894
Change latch.

Figure 52 Extend the bucket cylinder until the X-Change (Item 1)


[Figure 54] contacts the trencher frame and raises the
trencher assembly off of the ground.

P-41747

Move the boom and arm until the X-Change pins (Item 1)
are under the hooks (Item 2) [Figure 52] on the trencher
frame.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Pin-On X-Change
(CONT’D)
Figure 56
Installation (Cont’d)

X-Change System (Cont’d)

Figure 55 2 1 2

P-49705

Inspect the pin (Item 1) [Figure 56] for wear or damage.


3
Replace the pin as needed.
P-27896

Apply a light coat of grease to the ends of the pin (Item 2)

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Lower the excavator boom until the hooks (Item 1) of the [Figure 56].
trencher frame disengage the pins (Item 2) of the X-
Change and the plate engages the crossmember (Item 3) The trencher will need to be rolled over before it can be
[Figure 55] locking the trencher frame to the X-Change. mounted to the excavator.

Remove the trench cleaner before rolling the trencher


over.

NOTE: Secure the hose so they do not get pinched or


cut while rolling the trencher over.

Figure 57

P-41744

Attach a chain (Item 1) [Figure 57] to the mounting


frame.

NOTE: Use chains that are in good condition and of


adequate size to lift the attachment.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)
WARNING
Pin-On X-Change (Cont’d) AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Never use attachments or buckets which are not
Figure 58 approved by Bobcat Company. Buckets and
attachments for safe loads of specified densities are
approved for each model. Unapproved attachments
can cause injury or death.
W-2052-0907

Figure 60

P-41745

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Roll the trencher to the flat side (the opposite side of the
auger) [Figure 58]. Use a hoist to assist in rolling the
trencher over.

Figure 59

P-49836
P-41746

Start the engine and move the arm toward the


Continue to roll the trencher over so it lays as shown
attachment [Figure 60].
[Figure 59].

Remove the chain.

Enter the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the


Excavator on Page 39.)

NOTE: Installation of the bucket is shown. The


procedure is the same for other attachments.
Disconnect any hydraulic lines that are
operated by hydraulic power before removing
any attachments.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 62
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)

Pin-On X-Change (Cont’d)

Figure 61

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1 2
3

P-49837

Raise the boom and extend the bucket cylinder until the
X-Change contacts the attachment back [Figure 62].

With the arm vertical, lower the boom until the hooks
P-49835 (Item 1) of the attachment engage the X-Change pins
(Item 2) and the plate (Item 3) [Figure 62] fully engages
into the attachment crossmember.
Raise the boom until the pins (Item 1) engage the hooks
(Item 2) [Figure 61] on the attachment.

WARNING
Keep all bystanders 6 m (20 ft) away from equipment
when operating. Contact with moving parts, a trench
cave-in or flying objects can cause injury or death.
W-2119-0910

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)

Pin-On X-Change (Cont’d)

Figure 63

P-49706

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Stop the engine. Turn the start key to the ON position and
move both hydraulic control levers to relieve hydraulic
pressure.

Drive the pin (Item 1) [Figure 63] through the attachment


mount and X-Change.

Figure 64

P-49708

Install the retainer pin (Item 1) [Figure 64].

Check for proper installation.

Lift the attachment and fully extend and retract the bucket
cylinder.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 66
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)

Hydraulic X-Change

The trencher will need to be rolled over before it can be


mounted to the excavator.

Remove the trench cleaner before rolling the trencher


over.

NOTE: Secure the hose so they do not get pinched or


cut while rolling the trencher over.
P-41745

Figure 65
Roll the trencher to the flat side (the opposite side of the
auger) [Figure 66]. Use a hoist to assist in rolling the
trencher over.
1
Figure 67

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P-41744

Attach a chain (Item 1) [Figure 65] to the mounting


frame.
P-41746
NOTE: Use chains that are in good condition and of
adequate size to lift the attachment.
Continue to roll the trencher over so it lays as shown
[Figure 67].

Remove the chain.

Enter the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the


Excavator on Page 39.)

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 69
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)

Hydraulic X-Change (Earlier Models)

NOTE: Installation of the bucket is shown. The


procedure is the same for other attachments.
Disconnect any hydraulic lines that are 1
operated by hydraulic power before removing
any attachments (breaker, direct drive auger,
etc.).
P-64256A

Press and hold the X-Change switch (Item 1) [Figure 69]


WARNING to the right to fully retract the hydraulic pins.

AVOID INJURY OR DEATH


Never use attachments or buckets which are not
approved by Bobcat Company. Buckets and
attachments for safe loads of specified densities are
approved for each model. Unapproved attachments

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can cause injury or death.
W-2052-0907

Figure 68

P-69006

Start the engine.

Swing the excavator arm fully to the left [Figure 68] (for
better operator visibility when connecting attachments).

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 72
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)

Hydraulic X-Change (Earlier Models) (Cont’d)

Figure 70 1

2
3

P-71993

Raise the boom and extend (curl in) the bucket cylinder
until the X-Change contacts the back of the attachment
[Figure 72].

With the arm vertical, lower the boom until the hooks
P-71986
(Item 1) of the bucket disengage the X-Change pins (Item

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2) and the plate (Item 3) [Figure 72] fully engages into
Move the arm toward the attachment [Figure 70]. the bucket crossmember.

Figure 71

2
WARNING
Keep all bystanders 6 m (20 ft) away from equipment
when operating. Contact with moving parts, a trench
cave-in or flying objects can cause injury or death.
W-2119-0910
1
Figure 73

P-71989

Raise the boom until the X-Change pins (Item 1) engage


the attachment hooks (Item 2) [Figure 71] on the bucket.
1

P-64256A

Press and hold the X-Change switch (Item 1) [Figure 73]


to the left and FULLY EXTEND the hydraulic pins.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 75
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d) 1

Hydraulic X-Change (Earlier Models) (Cont’d)


2
Figure 74

1
2
P-71999

Figure 76

1 1

2
2

P-69010
1 2

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Check that both hydraulic pins (Item 1) [Figure 74] are 2 2
fully engaged to secure the attachment.

2
WARNING
P-71999A
Both hydraulic pins must be fully extended through
the attachment mounting holes and locked with both
retainer pins and clips. Failure to fully engage and Stop the engine and exit the excavator. (See Entering
lock hydraulic pins can allow attachment to come off And Exiting the Excavator on Page 39.)
and cause serious injury or death.
W-2507-0706
Install retainer pin (Item 1) and clips (Item 2) [Figure 75]
and [Figure 76] into each hydraulic pin (both sides).

WARNING
Both hydraulic pins must be fully extended through
the attachment mounting holes and locked with both
retainer pins and clips. Failure to fully engage and
lock hydraulic pins can allow attachment to come off
and cause serious injury or death.
W-2507-0706

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 77
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)

Hydraulic X-Change (Later Models)

NOTE: Installation and removal of the bucket is


shown. The procedure is the same for other
attachments. Disconnect any hydraulic lines
that are operated by hydraulic power before
removing any attachments (breaker, auger,
etc.).

P-97158

WARNING
Start the engine.
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Swing the excavator arm fully to the left [Figure 77] (for
Never use attachments or buckets which are not
better operator visibility when connecting attachments).
approved by Bobcat Company. Buckets and
attachments for safe loads of specified densities are
Figure 78
approved for each model. Unapproved attachments

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can cause injury or death.
W-2052-0907

WARNING 1

AVOID INJURY OR DEATH


Both hydraulic pins must be fully extended through P-91903B

the attachment mounting holes. Failure to fully


engage the hydraulic pins can allow attachment to
come off. Press and hold the X-Change switch (Item 1) [Figure 78]
W-2935-0512 to the right (IN) to fully retract the hydraulic pins.
Figure 79

P-71986A

Move the arm toward the attachment [Figure 79].

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS
(CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)
WARNING
Hydraulic X-Change (Later Models) (Cont’d) Keep all bystanders 6 m (20 ft) away from equipment
when operating. Contact with moving parts, a trench
Figure 80 cave-in or flying objects can cause injury or death.
W-2119-0910

2 Figure 82

P-91903B

P-71989A

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Press and hold the X-Change switch (Item 1) [Figure 82]
Raise the boom until the X-Change pins (Item 1) engage to the left (OUT) and FULLY EXTEND the hydraulic pins.
the attachment hooks (Item 2) [Figure 80] on the bucket.
Figure 83
Figure 81
1

2
P-69010
3

Check that both hydraulic pins (Item 1) [Figure 83] are


P-71993A fully engaged to secure the attachment.

Raise the boom and extend (curl in) the bucket cylinder
until the X-Change contacts the back of the attachment
[Figure 81].
WARNING
With the arm vertical, lower the boom until the hooks AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
(Item 1) of the bucket disengage the X-Change pins (Item Both hydraulic pins must be fully extended through
2) and the plate (Item 3) [Figure 81] fully engages into the attachment mounting holes. Failure to fully
the bucket crossmember. engage the hydraulic pins can allow attachment to
come off.
W-2935-0512

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Rotate the attachment hydraulic hoses as needed so the
(CONT’D) hoses are not twisted or contacting any moving parts of
the excavator or attachment.
Installation (Cont'd)
With the twist(s) removed from the hydraulic hoses,
For First Time Installation tighten the attachment quick coupler connections while
the couplers are still connected to the excavator. This will
New attachments and new excavators are factory help hold the hydraulic hoses in position while tightening.
equipped with flush face couplers. If installing an
attachment equipped with poppet style couplers, the Tighten the quick couplers connections to 63 N•m (47 ft-
attachment couplers will have to be changed to match lb) torque before starting the excavator.
the excavator. See your Bobcat dealer for parts
information. Enter the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the
Excavator on Page 39.)

Start the engine and release the parking brake (if


IMPORTANT equipped).

Engage auxiliary hydraulics. (See the excavator’s


• Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before
Operation & Maintenance Manual and Operator’s
making connections. Dirt can quickly damage the
Handbook for correct procedure.)
system.
• Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an
environmentally safe manner.

WARNING

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I-2278-0608

With the excavator engine off and using the hose guides
(if equipped), route the attachment hydraulic hoses to the AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
excavator. Connect the attachment hydraulic quick Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid under pressure can
couplers to the excavator couplers. (See Hydraulic Quick penetrate skin or eyes, causing serious injury or
Couplers on Page 56.) death. Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible.
Use a piece of cardboard or wood to find leaks. Do
Check the attachment hydraulic hoses so the hoses are not use your bare hand. Wear safety goggles. If fluid
not twisted or contacting any moving parts of the enters skin or eyes, get immediate medical attention
excavator or attachment. from a physician familiar with this injury.
W-2072-0807
NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the quick
couplers on the attachment hydraulic hoses Check the attachment hydraulic quick coupler
to remove any twists in the hoses. connections for leaks.

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Wear safety glasses to prevent eye injury when any
of the following conditions exist:
• When fluids are under pressure.
• Flying debris or loose material is present.
• Engine is running.
• Tools are being used.
W-2019-0907

Loosen the quick coupler connections on the attachment


hydraulic hoses while connected to the machine. Do not
remove the quick couplers.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS
(CONT’D)

Hydraulic Quick Couplers


WARNING
AVOID BURNS
Hydraulic fluid, tubes, fittings and quick couplers
can get hot when running machine and attachments.
IMPORTANT Be careful when connecting and disconnecting quick
couplers.
• Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before W-2220-0396
making connections. Dirt can quickly damage the
system. To Connect:
• Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an
environmentally safe manner. Remove dirt or debris from the surface of both the male
I-2278-0608 and female couplers, and from the outside diameter of
the male coupler. Visually check the couplers for
NOTE: The following illustrations may not show your corroding, cracking, damage, or excessive wear. If any of
hydraulic quick couplers exactly like they these conditions exist, the coupler(s) must be replaced
appear but the procedure is correct. [Figure 84].

New attachments and new excavators are factory Install the male coupler into the female coupler. Full
equipped with flush face couplers. If installing an connection is made when the ball release sleeve slides
attachment equipped with poppet style couplers, the forward on the female coupler.

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attachment couplers will have to be changed to match
the excavator. See your Bobcat dealer for parts NOTE: Check that the attachment hydraulic hoses
information. are not twisted or contacting any moving
parts of the excavator or attachment. (See For
Figure 84 First Time Installation on Page 55.) for proper
adjustment.

To Disconnect:

Relieve hydraulic pressure. (See the excavator’s


Operation & Maintenance Manual and Operator’s
Handbook for correct procedure.)

Push the couplers together, retract the sleeve on the


female coupler until the couplers disconnect.

P-49107

NOTE: Make sure the quick couplers are fully


engaged. If the quick couplers do not fully
engage, check to see that the couplers are the
same size and type.

NOTE: The male flush face coupler is located on the


right side of the arm and the female coupler is
located on the left side of the arm (E60
excavators only).

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 86
(CONT’D)
LATER MODELS
Control Functions 1

WARNING
Keep all bystanders 6 m (20 ft) away from equipment
when operating. Contact with moving parts, a trench
cave-in or flying objects can cause injury or death. 2
W-2119-0910

Engage the auxiliary hydraulics. (See the excavator’s


P-49130
Operation & Maintenance Manual and Operator’s
Handbook for correct procedure.)
Move the switch (Item 1) [Figure 86] on the right control
NOTE: Auxiliary hydraulic must be activated prior to lever to the right to start the trencher.
attachment operation.
Continuous Flow
Figure 85
Press the front switch (Item 2) [Figure 86] on the front of

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EARLIER MODELS
the right control lever for constant flow of fluid to the
1 couplers. The trencher will start to rotate.

Press the front switch (Item 2) [Figure 86] a second time


to stop the trencher.

2
P-08290

Raise the pedal lock / footrest (Item 1) to operate the


auxiliary operation pedal (Item 2) [Figure 85].

Press the right side and hold down for continuous


hydraulic flow to the couplers. The trencher will rotate as
soon as the pedal is pressed.

To stop the trencher from rotating, remove foot from


pedal. The pedal will then return to NEUTRAL position.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 88
(CONT’D)
E60 Machine
Control Functions (Cont’d) 2 3
Figure 87
E32, E35, E42, E45, E50 & E55 Machines
1

2 P-86221A

Release the pedal lock (Item 1) and pivot the heel of the
P-91921 pedal to the rear (Item 2) [Figure 88].

Push the toe of the pedal (Item 3) [Figure 88] to start


Move the switch (Item 1) [Figure 87] on the right control trencher rotation.

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lever to the right to start the trencher.
NOTE: The secondary auxiliary hydraulics (foot
Continuous Flow pedal) are required to operate the trencher on
E60 excavators.
Press the front switch (Item 2) [Figure 87] on the front of
the right control lever for constant flow of fluid to the
couplers. The trencher will start to rotate.

Press the front switch (Item 2) [Figure 87] a second time


to stop the trencher.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 89
(CONT’D)

Operation With The Excavator

Excavator Trenching Procedure

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH P-41752
When operating the machine:
• Keep the seat belt fastened snugly.
Raise the boom and arm and tilt the trencher forward until
• The control console(s) must be lowered.
the trencher is at a 20 - 25° angle to the ground
• Keep your feet and arms inside the cab.
W-2777-1208 [Figure 89].

Engage the auxiliary hydraulics. (See the excavator’s


Operation & Maintenance Manual and Operator’s
Handbook for correct procedure.)
DANGER Start the trencher. (See Control Functions on Page 57.)

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AVOID INJURY OR DEATH Lower the boom until the end of the attachment contacts
Bystanders must stay 6 m (20 ft) away from chain and the ground and starts digging the trench. Continue to
auger. lower the boom while the trencher is digging until the
D-1019-0910 trencher is fully lowered.

Slowly tilt the trencher into the ground until the trencher is
approximately at a 60° angle to the ground.

WARNING When the attachment reaches this angle, it is at the best


digging position.

AVOID INJURY OR DEATH Drive backward and continue trenching until the desired
Check for underground utility lines before digging. length of the trench is reached.
W-2120-0788
Figure 90
Move to the operator’s seat, fasten seat belt and start the
excavator.

P-23107

To dig closer to a building or other structure, extend the


boom swing cylinder and swing the upper structure until
the trencher is in the position shown [Figure 90].

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 93
(CONT’D)

Removal

Bolt-On X-Change

Park the excavator on a flat, level surface. Put the


attachment on the ground.

Relieve hydraulic pressure. (See the excavator’s


Operation & Maintenance Manual and Operator’s
Handbook for correct procedure.)
1
Exit the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the
P-27902
Excavator on Page 39.)

Figure 91 Remove the plate (Item 1) [Figure 93].

Enter the excavator and start the engine.

Figure 94

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1

2
2

P-27897

Disconnect the auxiliary couplers (Item 1) [Figure 91]. 1


(See Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 56.)
P-41749

Remove the hoses from the hose retainer (Item 2)


[Figure 91]. Lift the boom approximately 304,8 mm (1 ft) and extend
the bucket cylinder until the X-Change pins (Item 1)
Figure 92 engage the hooks (Item 2) on the trencher frame
[Figure 94].

P-27903

Remove the two bolts (Item 1) [Figure 92].

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS
(CONT’D)

Removal (Cont’d)

Bolt-On X-Change (Cont’d)

Figure 95

P-27893

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Retract the bucket cylinder and lower the boom until the
trencher is on the ground [Figure 95].

Figure 96

P-27892

Lower the boom until the pins (Item 1) disengage the


hooks (Item 2) [Figure 96].

Move the arm toward the excavator and raise the boom
until it is clear of the trencher.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 99
(CONT’D)

Removal (Cont’d)

X-Change System

Park the excavator on a flat, level surface. Put the


attachment on the ground.

Relieve hydraulic pressure. (See the excavator’s


Operation & Maintenance Manual and Operator’s
Handbook for correct procedure.)

Exit the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the


Excavator on Page 39.) 1
P-27900
Figure 97
Push down on the X-Change tool (Item 1) [Figure 99] to
unlock the latch. Remove the tool.

Enter the excavator and start the engine.

Figure 100
1

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2
2
P-27897

Disconnect the auxiliary couplers (Item 1) [Figure 97].


(See Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 56.)
1
Remove the hoses from the hose retainer (Item 2)
[Figure 97]. P-41749

Figure 98
Lift the boom approximately 304,8 mm (1 ft) and extend
the bucket cylinder until the X-Change pins (Item 1)
engage the hooks (Item 2) [Figure 100] on the trencher
frame.

P-27899

Install the X-Change tool (Item 1) [Figure 98] into the


latch.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Pin-On X-Change
(CONT’D)
NOTE: Removal of the bucket is shown. The
Removal (Cont’d) procedure is the same for other attachments.
Disconnect any hydraulic lines that are
X-Change System (Cont’d) operated by hydraulic power before removing
any attachments (breaker, direct drive auger,
Figure 101 etc.).

WARNING
Never use attachments or buckets which are not
approved by the Bobcat Company. Attachments and
buckets for safe loads of specified densities are
approved for each model. Unapproved attachments
and buckets can cause injury or death.
W-2662-0108

Figure 103
P-27893

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Retract the bucket cylinder and lower the boom until the
trencher is on the ground [Figure 101].

Figure 102

1
P-27892

Lower the boom until the pins (Item 1) disengage the P-49838
hooks (Item 2) [Figure 102].

Move the arm toward the excavator and raise the boom Park the excavator on a flat level surface. Put the
until it is clear of the trencher. attachment on the ground [Figure 103].

Fully retract the bucket cylinder to reset the X-Change With the engine off, turn the start key to the ON position
latch. and move both hydraulic control levers to relieve
hydraulic pressure.
Exit the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the
Excavator on Page 39.)

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 106
(CONT’D)

Removal (Cont’d)

Pin-On X-Change (Cont’d)

Figure 104

P-49710

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Remove the retainer pin (Item 1) [Figure 104].

Figure 105

P-49835

Start the engine, raise the boom approximately 305 mm


1 (12 in) and retract the bucket cylinder until the X-Change
pins (Item 1) engage the hooks (Item 2) [Figure 106] on
the attachment.

P-49711

Drive the pin (Item 1) [Figure 105] out of the attachment


and X-Change mount.

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Wear safety glasses to prevent eye injury when any
of the following conditions exist:
• When fluids are under pressure.
• Flying debris or loose material is present.
• Engine is running.
• Tools are being used.
W-2019-0907

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Hydraulic X-Change
(CONT’D)
NOTE: Removal and installation of the bucket is
Removal (Cont’d) shown. The procedure is the same for other
attachments. Disconnect any hydraulic lines
Pin-On X-Change (Cont’d) that are operated by hydraulic power before
removing any attachments (breaker, direct
Figure 107 drive auger, etc.).

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before leaving the machine:
• Lower the work equipment to the ground.
• Lower the blade to the ground.
• Stop the engine and remove the key.
W-2196-0595

Figure 108
1
2

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1
1
2 2
2

P-49836 P-71999B

Fully retract the bucket cylinder and lower the boom and Park the excavator on a flat level surface. Put the
arm until the attachment is on the ground, and the X- attachment on the ground.
Change pins (Item 1) are disengaged from the hooks
(Item 2) [Figure 107]. Stop the engine.

Move the arm toward the excavator until the X-Change Exit the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the
pins are clear of the attachment. Excavator on Page 39.)

Remove retainer pin (Item 1) and retainer clips (Item 2)


[Figure 108] from the hydraulic pin (both sides).

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 109
(CONT’D)
1
2
Removal (Cont’d)

Hydraulic X-Change (Earlier Models)


1
2
NOTE: Removal and installation of the bucket is 2
shown. The procedure is the same for other
attachments. Disconnect any hydraulic lines
that are operated by hydraulic power before
2
removing any attachments (breaker, direct
drive auger, etc.).

Park the excavator on a flat level surface. Lower the work


equipment to the ground. P-71999B

Lower the blade to the ground.


Remove retainer pin (Item 1) and retainer clips (Item 2)
Stop the engine and remove the key. [Figure 109] from the hydraulic pin (both sides).

Relieve the auxiliary hydraulic pressure. (See the Figure 110


excavator’s Operation & Maintenance Manual and
Operator’s Handbook for the correct procedure.) 1

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2
Exit the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the 2
Excavator on Page 39.)

Disconnect the auxiliary hoses. (See Hydraulic Quick


Couplers on Page 56.)

1 1
2
WARNING 2
2
2

Keep all bystanders 6 m (20 ft) away from equipment


P-71999C
when operating. Contact with moving parts, a trench
cave-in or flying objects can cause injury or death.
W-2119-0910 Install both retainer pins (Item 1) and clips (Item 2)
[Figure 110] in the storage location.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Figure 113
(CONT’D)

Removal (Cont’d)

Hydraulic X-Change (Earlier Models) (Cont’d)

Figure 111

P-69006B

1 Fully retract the bucket cylinder (bucket dump).

Lower the boom and arm until the attachment is on the


ground and the X-Change pins are disengaged from the
P-64256A
attachment hooks.

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Move the arm toward the excavator until the X-Change
Enter the excavator. (See Entering And Exiting the pins are clear of the attachment [Figure 113].
Excavator on Page 39.)
NOTE: In muddy conditions or to prevent the
Start the engine. trencher from freezing to the ground, place
the trencher on planks or blocks before
Press and hold the X-Change switch (Item 1) removing from the excavator.
[Figure 111] on the left console to the right to FULLY
RETRACT the hydraulic pins.

Figure 112

1
2

P-69008A

Raise the boom and retract the bucket cylinder until the
X-Change pins (Item 1) engage the attachment hooks
(Item 2) [Figure 112] on the attachment.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH EXCAVATORS Press and hold the X-Change switch (Item 1)
(CONT’D) [Figure 115] on the left console to the right (IN) to
FULLY RETRACT the hydraulic pins.
Removal (Cont’d)
Figure 116
Hydraulic X-Change (Later Models)
2
NOTE: Removal and installation of the bucket is
shown. The procedure is the same for other
attachments. Disconnect any hydraulic lines 1
that are operated by hydraulic power before 2
removing any attachments (breaker, auger,
etc.).

WARNING
Keep all bystanders 6 m (20 ft) away from equipment P-69008B
when operating. Contact with moving parts, a trench
cave-in or flying objects can cause injury or death.
W-2119-0910 Raise the boom and retract the bucket cylinder until the
X-Change pins (Item 1) engage the attachment hooks
(Item 2) [Figure 116] on the bucket.

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Figure 114
Figure 117

P-69004C

P-69006B

Park the excavator on a flat level surface. Put the


attachment on the ground [Figure 114]. Fully retract the bucket cylinder (bucket dump).
Figure 115
Lower the boom and arm until the attachment is on the
ground and the X-Change pins are disengaged from the
attachment hooks.

Move the arm toward the excavator until the X-Change


pins are clear of the attachment [Figure 117].

P-91903B

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK
LOADERS

Approved Mini Track Loader Models And


Requirements

Figure 118
MINI TRACK
LT112 LT113
LOADER MODEL
MT50 X X
MT52 X X
MT55 X X
MT85 X X
X = Approved

The chart [Figure 118] shows the approved trencher


models for each mini track loader model.

The warranty is void if this attachment is used on a


non-approved carrier. See your Bobcat dealer for an
updated list of approved carriers.

WARNING

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Never use attachments or buckets which are not
approved by the Bobcat Company. Attachments and
buckets for safe loads of specified densities are
approved for each model. Unapproved attachments
and buckets can cause injury or death.
W-2662-0108

Figure 119

P-83048

The loader must be equipped with front auxiliary


hydraulics [Figure 119] for proper operation of the
trencher. See your Bobcat dealer for available kits.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Leaving
LOADERS (CONT’D)
Figure 120
Entering And Leaving The Operator’s Position

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
When operating the machine:
• Operate only from the operator’s position at the
rear of the loader.
• Always keep your hands on the controls.
• Stay away from the tracks.
W-2407-0801

P124013

WARNING Stop the mini track loader on level ground [Figure 120].

Lower the lift arms and put the attachment flat on the
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH ground.

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• Movement of the attachment will occur if the tilt
control is NOT in neutral when the engine is Disengage the auxiliary hydraulics.
started.
• Always check that all levers are in neutral before Engage the parking brake.
starting the engine.
W-2482-1003 Stop the engine.

Remove the key to prevent operation of the mini track


loader by unauthorized personnel.

WARNING Leave the operator’s position.

AVOID INJURY OR DEATH


When using the ride-on platform:
• Operate only with feet on platform and hands on
WARNING
controls or grab handles.
• Always look in the direction of travel. AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
• Make sure swing area is clear of bystanders and Before you leave the operator’s position:
objects. • Lower the lift arms, put the attachment flat on the
• Avoid drop-offs and obstacles. ground.
W-2480-1003 • Stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
• Move all pedals, handles, joysticks, and other
Entering controls until they are LOCKED or in the
NEUTRAL position.
Enter the operator’s position at the rear of the mini track SEE THE MACHINE OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
loader. MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.
W-2722-0208

Check the parking brake is engaged and all controls are


in NEUTRAL.

See the mini track loader Operation & Maintenance


Manual for detailed information on operating the mini
track loader.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Figure 122
LOADERS (CONT’D)

Installation

Hand Lever Bob-Tach

NOTE: The illustrations and instructions provided


explain how to install a bucket attachment on
to a mini track loader. Follow these same
instructions if you are installing different
attachments such as a grapple, tiller, combo
bucket, etc.

The attachment mounting frame for the P-41504

attachment has a top flange that is designed


to receive the top edge of the Bob-Tach and
Lower the lift arms and tilt the Bob-Tach forward.
the lower part of the frame is designed to
receive the Bob-Tach wedges.
Drive the mini track loader slowly forward until the top
edge of the Bob-Tach is completely under the top flange
of the attachment [Figure 122].
WARNING NOTE: Be sure the Bob-Tach levers do not hit the
attachment.

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Warnings on the machine and in the manuals are for
your safety. Failure to obey warnings can cause Figure 123
serious injury or death.
W-2744-0608

Always inspect the mini track loader’s Bob-Tach and the


attachment mounting frame before installation. See the
mini track loader’s Operation & Maintenance Manual.
(See DAILY INSPECTION on Page 23.)

Figure 121

P-41505

Tilt the Bob-Tach backward until the attachment is slightly


off the ground [Figure 123]. This will cause the
attachment mounting frame to fit up against the front of
the Bob-Tach.

NOTE: When leaving the operator's position to install


an attachment, tilt the attachment until it is
P-41502
slightly off the ground.

Pull the Bob-Tach levers up until they are fully raised Stop the engine and leave the operator’s position. (See
(wedges fully raised) [Figure 121]. Entering And Leaving The Operator’s Position on Page
70.)
Move to the operator’s position.

Start the engine and release the parking brake.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Figure 125
LOADERS (CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)

Hand Lever Bob-Tach (Cont’d)

WARNING
FRAME CONTACT POINTS
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before you leave the operator’s position: P-79781
• Lower the lift arms, put the attachment flat on the
ground.
• Stop the engine and engage the parking brake. Both levers must contact the frame as shown when
• Move all pedals, handles, joysticks, and other locked [Figure 125].
controls until they are LOCKED or in the
NEUTRAL position. If both levers do not engage in the locked position, see
SEE THE MACHINE OPERATION & MAINTENANCE your Bobcat dealer for maintenance.
MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.
W-2722-0208

WARNING

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Figure 124

AVOID INJURY OR DEATH


The Bob-Tach wedges must extend through the holes
in the attachment mounting frame. Levers must be
fully down and locked. Failure to secure wedges can
allow attachment to come off.
W-2715-0208

Figure 126

P-41502A

Push down on the Bob-Tach levers until they are fully


engaged in the locked position [Figure 124] (wedges
fully extended through the attachment mounting frame
holes). Bob-Tach wedge must
contact the lower edge of the
attachment mounting frame
hole.

P-79780

The wedges must extend through the holes in the


attachment mounting frame, securely fastening the
attachment to the Bob-Tach [Figure 126].

Connect auxiliary hydraulic hoses (if applicable). (See


Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 76.)

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Figure 128
LOADERS (CONT’D)

Installation
1
Common Industry Interface (CII)

NOTE: The illustrations and instructions provided


explain how to install a bucket attachment on
to a loader. Follow these same instructions if
you are installing different attachments such
as a grapple, tiller, combo bucket, etc.

The attachment mounting frame for the


attachment has a top flange that is designed
to receive the top edge of the Common P124034
Industry Interface and the lower part of the
frame is designed to receive the locking pins.
Lower the lift arms and tilt the CII forward.

Drive the loader slowly forward until the top edge of the
WARNING CII is completely under the top flange of the attachment
mounting frame (Item 1) [Figure 128].
Warnings on the machine and in the manuals are for

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Tilt the CII backward until the attachment is slightly off the
your safety. Failure to obey warnings can cause
ground [Figure 128]. This will cause the attachment
serious injury or death.
mounting frame to fit up against the front of the CII.
W-2744-0608

NOTE: Before leaving the operator position to install


Always inspect the loader’s Common Industry Interface an attachment, tilt the attachment until it is
and the attachment mounting frame before installation. slightly off the ground.
See the loader’s Operation & Maintenance Manual. (See
DAILY INSPECTION on Page 23.) Stop the engine and exit the operator position.

Figure 127

WARNING
The Neutral Start Interlock, Auxiliary Hydraulic
Interlock, and Lift / Tilt Lockouts must function
properly.
• The Neutral Start Interlock must prohibit the
engine from cranking when the Drive / Steering
Joystick is not in the NEUTRAL position.
• The Auxiliary Hydraulic Interlock must prohibit
the engine from cranking when the Auxiliary
Hydraulic Control Lever is not in the center
P124033
position.
• The Lift / Tilt Lockouts must deactivate the lift
Pull the CII locking pin levers up until they are fully raised and tilt functions when engine is off.
[Figure 127]. If any of these do not function properly, contact your
dealer for service. DO NOT modify system.
W-2998-1015
Enter the loader. (See Entering And Exiting The Loader
on Page 28.)

Start the engine, and release the parking brake.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Figure 130
LOADERS (CONT’D)

Installation (Cont’d)

Common Industry Interface (Cont’d) 1


1
Figure 129

1 2

P124037
P124036

The pins (Item 1) must extend through the holes in the


attachment mounting frame (Item 2) [Figure 130],
P124035
securely fastening the attachment to the interface.

Push down on the CII locking pin levers until they are fully Connect auxiliary hydraulic hoses (if applicable). (See

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engaged in the locked position [Figure 129] (pins fully Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 33.)
extended through the attachment mounting frame holes).

WARNING
The Common Industry Interface locking pins must
extend through the holes in attachment frame.
Levers must be fully down and locked. Failure to
secure the locking pins can allow attachment to
come off and cause serious injury or death.
W-2996-1015

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Rotate the attachment hydraulic hoses as needed so
LOADERS (CONT’D) they are not twisted or contacting any moving parts of the
mini track loader or attachment.
Installation (Cont'd)
With the twist(s) removed from the hydraulic hoses,
For First Time Installation tighten the attachment quick coupler connections while
they are still connected to the mini track loader. This will
New attachments and new mini track loaders are factory help hold the hydraulic hoses in position while tightening.
equipped with flush face couplers. If installing an
attachment equipped with poppet style couplers, the Tighten the quick couplers connections to 63 N•m (46 ft-
attachment couplers will have to be changed to match lb) torque before starting the mini track loader.
the mini track loader. See your Bobcat dealer for parts
information. Enter the operator’s position. (See Entering And Leaving
The Operator’s Position on Page 70.)

Start the engine and release the parking brake (if


IMPORTANT equipped).

Engage auxiliary hydraulics. (See the mini track loader’s


• Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before
Operation & Maintenance Manual for correct procedure.)
making connections. Dirt can quickly damage the
system.
• Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an
environmentally safe manner.
WARNING

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I-2278-0608

With the mini track loader engine off and using the hose AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
guides (if equipped), route the attachment hydraulic Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid under pressure can
hoses to the mini track loader. Connect the attachment penetrate skin or eyes, causing serious injury or
hydraulic quick couplers to the mini track loader couplers. death. Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible.
(See Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 76.) Use a piece of cardboard or wood to find leaks. Do
not use your bare hand. Wear safety goggles. If fluid
Check the attachment hydraulic hoses so they are not enters skin or eyes, get immediate medical attention
twisted or contacting any moving parts of the mini track from a physician familiar with this injury.
loader or attachment. W-2072-0807

NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the quick Check the attachment hydraulic quick coupler
couplers on the attachment hydraulic hoses connections for leaks.
to remove any twists in the hoses.

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Wear safety glasses to prevent eye injury when any
of the following conditions exist:
• When fluids are under pressure.
• Flying debris or loose material is present.
• Engine is running.
• Tools are being used.
W-2019-0907

Loosen the quick coupler connections on the attachment


hydraulic hoses while connected to the mini track loader.
Do not remove the quick couplers.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK To Connect
LOADERS (CONT’D)
Remove any dirt or debris from the surface of both the
Hydraulic Quick Couplers male and female couplers, and from the outside diameter
of the male coupler. Visually check the couplers for
corroding, cracking, damage, or excessive wear. If any of
these conditions exist, the coupler(s) must be replaced
IMPORTANT [Figure 131].

Install the male coupler into the female coupler. Full


• Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before
connection is made when the ball release sleeve slides
making connections. Dirt can quickly damage the
forward on the female coupler [Figure 131].
system.
• Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an
NOTE: Check the attachment hydraulic hoses so
environmentally safe manner.
I-2278-0608
they are not twisted or contacting any moving
parts of the mini track loader or attachment.
(See For First Time Installation on Page 75.)
New attachments and new mini track loaders are factory for proper adjustment.
equipped with flush face couplers. If installing an
attachment equipped with poppet style couplers, the To Disconnect
attachment couplers will have to be changed to match
the mini track loader. See your Bobcat dealer for parts Relieve hydraulic pressure. (See the mini track loader’s
information. Operation & Maintenance Manual for correct procedure.)

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NOTE: Make sure the quick couplers are fully Push the couplers together, retract the sleeve on the
engaged. If the quick couplers do not fully female coupler until the couplers disconnect.
engage, check to see that the couplers are the
same size and type.

Figure 131

P-81898

WARNING
AVOID BURNS
Hydraulic fluid, tubes, fittings and quick couplers
can get hot when running machine and attachments.
Be careful when connecting and disconnecting quick
couplers.
W-2220-0396

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK With the operator at the operator's position at the rear of
LOADERS (CONT’D) the mini track loader, start the engine. Move the auxiliary
control lever (Item 1) [Figure 132] rearward to activate
Control Functions the front auxiliary hydraulics. The trencher chain and
auger will start to rotate.
Figure 132
MODEL MT50 Move the auxiliary control lever to the NEUTRAL position
to disengage the auxiliary hydraulics. The trencher will
stop. (See the mini track loader’s Operation &
Maintenance Manual for a complete description on mini
track loader controls.)

1
WARNING
P-21480 AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
EARLIER MODEL MT52 & MT55 When operating the machine:
• Operate only from the operator’s position at the
rear of the loader.
• Always keep your hands on the controls.
• Stay away from the tracks.
1 W-2407-0801

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P-48418A
WARNING
LATER MODEL MT52 & MT55 Keep all bystanders 6 m (20 ft) away from equipment
when operating. Contact with moving parts, a trench
cave-in or flying objects can cause injury or death.
1 W-2119-0910

2
Variable Flow:

With the operator at the operator's position at the rear of


the mini track loader, start the engine. Pull the auxiliary
hydraulic control lever (Item 1) [Figure 132] back for
auxiliary hydraulic oil flow to the front female coupler. The
P-81916B
trencher chain and auger will start to rotate. (See the mini
MT85 track loader’s Operation & Maintenance Manual for a
complete description on mini track loader controls.)
1
NOTE: Hydraulic oil flow increases to the coupler as
the lever (Item 1) [Figure 132] is moved further
from the NEUTRAL position.

P116999

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Figure 134
LOADERS (CONT’D)
MT85
Control Functions (Cont’d)

Continuous Flow

Figure 133
LATER MODEL MT52 & MT55
2

1
1
P124071

For MT85:

• While standing on the operator platform and


depressing the Continuous Flow Shutoff Pedal (Item
P-81916B
1) [Figure 134], pull the auxiliary hydraulic control
lever (Item 1) [Figure 132] all the way back until it
For Later Model MT52 And MT55: locks (DETENT position) for continuous hydraulic oil
flow to the front female coupler. The trencher chain

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• While holding the Continuous Flow Shutoff Lever and auger will start and continue to rotate. (See the
(Item 1) [Figure 133] down, pull the auxiliary mini track loader’s Operation & Maintenance Manual
hydraulic control lever (Item 1) [Figure 132] all the for a complete description on mini track loader
way back until it locks (DETENT position) for controls.)
continuous hydraulic oil flow to the front female
coupler. The trencher chain and auger will start and • To stop the trencher operation, release the
continue to rotate. (See the mini track loader’s Continuous Flow Shutoff Pedal (Item 1) [Figure 134].
Operation & Maintenance Manual for a complete The auxiliary hydraulic control lever (Item 1)
description on mini track loader controls.) [Figure 132] will return to NEUTRAL in one to three
seconds.
• To stop the trencher operation, release the
Continuous Flow Shutoff Lever (Item 1) [Figure 133].
The auxiliary hydraulic control lever (Item 1)
[Figure 132] will return to NEUTRAL in one to three
seconds.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Figure 136
LOADERS (CONT’D)

Operation With The Mini Track Loader

Manual Side Shift

Always park on flat level ground.

Lower the trencher keeping slightly off the ground.

Stop the engine and exit the operator’s position. (See


Entering And Leaving The Operator’s Position on Page
70.)

P-41723

WARNING Move the trencher to the desired position [Figure 136].

Before you leave the operator’s position at the rear of Slide the blocks (Item 2) [Figure 136] against the
the loader: trencher frame, then tighten the bolts to 34 - 38 N•m (25 -
• Lower lift arms and put attachment flat on 28 ft-lb) torque.
ground.
• Disengage auxiliary hydraulic system.

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• Engage parking brake.
• Stop engine. Remove key.
W-2416-1015

Figure 135

1
1
2
1
2

P-41525 P-41722

Loosen the two bolts (Item 1) from both the left and right
blocks (Item 2) [Figure 135] holding the trencher in the
desired position.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Turn the speed control knob (Item 2) [Figure 137]
LOADERS (CONT’D) clockwise until the desired loader speed is obtained.
Return the travel levers to the NEUTRAL position.
Operation With The Mini Track Loader (Cont’d)
NOTE: The operator can vary the amount of turns on
the speed control knob to fit the attachment
speed and is variable from 1/2 maximum high
DANGER range to no travel speed. It may be adjusted
while the attachment is operating.
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Bystanders must stay 6 m (20 ft) away from chain and Figure 138
auger.
D-1019-0910

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Check for underground utility lines before digging.
W-2120-0788
P-41728

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Mini Track Loader (MT50) Trenching Procedure

Move to the operator’s position at the rear of the mini Raise the lift arms and tilt the trencher forward until the
track loader, start the engine. trencher is at a 20 - 25° angle to the ground [Figure 138].

Move the mini track loader / attachment to the starting Start the trencher. (See Control Functions on Page 77.)
point.
Move the engine speed control lever to the high idle
Move the travel levers to the NEUTRAL position. position.

Figure 137 Lower the lift arms until the end of the attachment
contacts the ground and starts digging the trench.
MODEL MT50 Continue to lower the lift arms while the trencher is
digging until the lift arms are fully lowered.

1 Slowly tilt the Bob-Tach into the ground until the trencher
boom is approximately at a 60° angle to the ground.
When the attachment reaches this angle, it is at the best
digging position.
2
3 Drive backward and continue trenching until the desired
length of the trench is reached.

P-21480

Move the engine speed control lever to the low idle


position. Pull the operation mode selector (Item 1)
[Figure 137] back to the speed control position.

Turn the speed control knob (Item 2) fully clockwise (no


travel speed), engage the travel levers (Item 3)
[Figure 137] in the reverse travel direction.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK The Reverse Travel Speed Control allows the operator to
LOADERS (CONT’D) move the mini track loader backward at slower speeds to
optimize efficiency with certain attachments.
Operation With The Mini Track Loader (Cont’d)
Figure 140
Earlier Mini Track Loader (MT52 And MT55) Trenching
EARLIER MODEL MT52 & MT55
Procedure

Move to the operator’s position at the rear of the mini


track loader, start the engine.

Move the mini track loader / attachment to the starting


2
point.

Move the travel levers to the NEUTRAL position.


1
Figure 139 P-48418

EARLIER MODEL MT52 & MT55


The Reverse Travel Speed Control (Item 1) [Figure 140]
can be used when a constant slower speed is desired.

Figure 141
1
EARLIER MODEL MT52 & MT55

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1
P-48418

P-48892
Move the lever (Item 1) [Figure 139] up to increase SLOW HALF FULL
engine speed. Move the lever down to decrease engine SPEED SPEED SPEED
speed.

NOTE: For maximum performance, run the engine at Continuously


full speed. Variable P-57599

• Put the Drive / Steering Control (Item 2) [Figure 140]


in the NEUTRAL position.

• Loosen the knob (Item 1) [Figure 141].

• Slide the knob to the left to reduce travel speed. The


initial move of the control will reduce the travel speed
to 1/2; any addition movement of the control will
continue to reduce the travel speed until it
approaches very slow travel speed.

• Tighten the knob.

NOTE: You can vary the amount that you move the
Speed Control Knob to fit your needs. The
travel speed is variable from 1/2 of the normal
reverse speed to very slow.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK The Reverse Travel Speed Control Lever is used with the
LOADERS (CONT’D) Drive / Steering Control to limit the mini track loader
reverse travel speeds to optimize efficiency with certain
Operation With The Mini Track Loader (Cont’d) attachments.

Later Mini Track Loader (MT52 And MT55) Trenching Figure 143
Procedure
LATER MODEL MT52 & MT55
Move to the operator’s position at the rear of the mini
track loader, start the engine.

Move the mini track loader / attachment to the starting


point.
2
Place the Drive / Steering Control in the NEUTRAL
position.
1
Figure 142 P-81916B

LATER MODEL MT52 & MT55


The Reverse Travel Speed Control (Item 1) [Figure 143]
can be used when a constant slower speed is desired.
1
Figure 144

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LATER MODEL MT52 & MT55

2
1
P-81916B

Move the engine speed control lever (Item 1) Continuously


[Figure 142] up to increase engine speed. Move the Slow Variable Full
lever down to decrease engine speed. Speed Speed
NOTE: For maximum performance, run the engine at P-81901
full speed.

Use the Drive / Steering Control (Item 2) [Figure 142] for • Put the Drive / Steering Control (Item 2) [Figure 143]
directional travel. (See the mini track loader’s Operation & in the NEUTRAL position.
Maintenance Manual for correct procedure.)
• Slide the lever (Item 1) [Figure 144] to the left to
reduce the reverse travel speed. Move the Drive /
Steering Control fully backward and the mini track
loader will travel in reverse at the set speed. To adjust
the reverse travel speed again, return the Drive /
Steering Control to the NEUTRAL position and slide
the lever to the desired position.

NOTE: You can vary the amount that you move the
Reverse Speed Control Lever to fit your
needs. The travel speed is variable from full
speed reverse to slow speed.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK
LOADERS (CONT’D)

Operation With The Mini Track Loader (Cont’d)

Mini Track Loader (MT52 And MT55) Trenching


Procedure (Cont’d)

Figure 145

P-41728

Raise the lift arms and tilt the trencher forward until the

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trencher is at a 20 - 25° angle to the ground [Figure 145].

Start the trencher. (See Control Functions on Page 77.)

Move the engine speed control lever to the high idle


position.

Lower the lift arms until the end of the attachment


contacts the ground and starts digging the trench.
Continue to lower the lift arms while the trencher is
digging until the lift arms are fully lowered.

Slowly tilt the Bob-Tach into the ground until the trencher
boom is approximately at a 60° angle to the ground.
When the attachment reaches this angle, it is at the best
digging position.

Drive backward and continue trenching until the desired


length of the trench is reached.

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Figure 147
LOADERS (CONT’D)

Operation With The Mini Track Loader (Cont’d)

MT85 Trenching Procedure

Move to the operator’s position at the rear of the mini


track loader, start the engine.

Move the mini track loader / attachment to the starting


point.
P-41728
Figure 146
MT85
Raise the lift arms and tilt the trencher forward until the
trencher is at a 20 - 25° angle to the ground [Figure 147].
1
Start the trencher. (See Control Functions on Page 77.)

2 Move the engine speed control lever to the high idle


position.

Lower the lift arms until the end of the attachment

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contacts the ground and starts digging the trench.
P116997 Continue to lower the lift arms while the trencher is
digging until the lift arms are fully lowered.

Place the Drive / Steering Control (Item 1) [Figure 146] Slowly tilt the attachment into the ground until the
in the NEUTRAL position. trencher boom is approximately at a 60° angle to the
ground. When the attachment reaches this angle, it is at
Move the engine speed control lever (Item 2) the best digging position.
[Figure 146] up to increase engine speed. Move the
lever down to decrease engine speed. Drive backward and continue trenching until the desired
length of the trench is reached.
NOTE: For maximum performance, run the engine at
full speed.

Use the Drive / Steering Control (Item 1) [Figure 146] for


directional travel. (See the mini track loader’s Operation &
Maintenance Manual for correct procedure.)

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Figure 148
LOADERS (CONT’D)

Removal

Hand Lever Bob-Tach

Lower the lift arms and put the attachment flat on the
ground. Lower or close the hydraulic equipment (if
equipped).

NOTE: In muddy conditions or to prevent the


attachment from freezing to the ground, put
the attachment on planks or blocks before
removing the attachment from the mini track P-41502B

loader.
Pull the Bob-Tach levers up until they are fully raised
Stop the engine and release auxiliary hydraulic pressure (wedges fully raised) [Figure 148].
(if applicable). (See the mini track loader’s Operation &
Maintenance Manual for correct procedure.)

Leave the operator’s position. (See Entering And Leaving


The Operator’s Position on Page 70.)
WARNING

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Bob-Tach levers have spring tension. Hold lever
tightly and release slowly. Failure to obey warning
WARNING can cause injury.
W-2054-1285

AVOID INJURY OR DEATH


Before you leave the operator’s position: Enter the operator’s position. (See Entering And Leaving
• Lower the lift arms, put the attachment flat on the The Operator’s Position on Page 70.)
ground.
• Stop the engine and engage the parking brake. Start the engine and release the parking brake.
• Move all pedals, handles, joysticks, and other
controls until they are LOCKED or in the Figure 149
NEUTRAL position.
SEE THE MACHINE OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.
W-2722-0208

Disconnect auxiliary hydraulic hoses (if applicable). (See


Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 76.)

P-41504A

Tilt the Bob-Tach forward and drive the mini track loader
backward, away from the attachment [Figure 149].

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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI TRACK Figure 150
LOADERS (CONT’D)

Removal

Common Industry Interface (CII)

Lower the lift arms and put the attachment flat on the
ground. Lower or close the hydraulic equipment (if
equipped).

NOTE: In muddy conditions or to prevent the


attachment from freezing to the ground, put
the attachment on planks or blocks before
P124033
removing the attachment from the mini track
loader.
Pull the CII locking pin levers up until they are fully raised
Stop the engine and release auxiliary hydraulic pressure (pins fully raised) [Figure 150].
(if applicable). (See the mini track loader’s Operation &
Maintenance Manual for correct procedure.)

Leave the operator’s position. (See Entering And Leaving


The Operator’s Position on Page 70.)
WARNING

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Locking pin levers have spring tension. Hold lever
tightly and release slowly. Failure to obey warning
WARNING can cause injury.
W-2997-1015

The Neutral Start Interlock, Auxiliary Hydraulic


Interlock, and Lift / Tilt Lockouts must function Enter the operator’s position. (See Entering And Leaving
properly. The Operator’s Position on Page 70.)
• The Neutral Start Interlock must prohibit the
engine from cranking when the Drive / Steering Start the engine and release the parking brake.
Joystick is not in the NEUTRAL position.
• The Auxiliary Hydraulic Interlock must prohibit Figure 151
the engine from cranking when the Auxiliary
Hydraulic Control Lever is not in the center
position.
• The Lift / Tilt Lockouts must deactivate the lift
and tilt functions when engine is off.
If any of these do not function properly, contact your
dealer for service. DO NOT modify system.
W-2998-1015

Disconnect auxiliary hydraulic hoses (if applicable). (See


Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 76.)

P124034

Tilt the CII forward and drive the mini track loader
backward, away from the attachment [Figure 151].

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LIFTING THE ATTACHMENT Lifting The MX112 Trencher

Procedure Figure 153

Lifting The LT112 / LT113 Trencher

Figure 152
2
2
1

P-41742
1
2
Install a chain (Item 1) [Figure 153] around the boom.
P-41740
Install a chain around the top tube (Item 2) [Figure 153]
of the X-change mount frame (on each side of the
Install a chain (Item 1) [Figure 152] around the boom. trencher).

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Install a chain in the two holes (Item 2) [Figure 152] (on NOTE: Use chains that are in good condition and of
each side of the loader mount frame). adequate size to lift the attachment.

NOTE: Use chains that are in good condition and of


adequate size to lift the attachment.

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TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT ON A TRAILER Figure 156

Fastening

When the LT112, MX112 and LT113 is placed on a


transport vehicle by lifting (See LIFTING THE
ATTACHMENT on Page 87.) use the fastening procedure
outlined below.

Figure 154

1
2
P-27916
1

Wrap a chain (Item 1) [Figure 154], [Figure 155] and


[Figure 156] around the chain boom. Connect a chain
(Item 2) [Figure 154] and [Figure 155] to each side of
the mount frame.

Use chain binders to prevent the attachment from moving


during transport.

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P-27796A

Secure the hydraulic hoses to the trencher.


Figure 155

P-27914

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TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT ON A TRAILER Figure 159
(CONT’D)

Fastening (Cont’d)

When the MX112 is placed on a transport vehicle directly


from the excavator, use the fastening procedure outlined
below.

Figure 157

P-27913

Wrap a chain (Item 1) [Figure 157], [Figure 158] and


2
[Figure 159] around the chain boom. Connect a chain
1 (Item 2) [Figure 157] and [Figure 158] to each side of
the mount frame.

Use chain binders to prevent the attachment from moving


during transport.

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P-27911

Secure the hydraulic hoses to the trencher.


Figure 158

1 2

P-27912

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TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT AND MACHINE Figure 161
ON A TRAILER

Loading And Fastening

WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Adequately designed ramps of sufficient strength are
needed to support the weight of the machine when
loading onto a transport vehicle. Wood ramps can
break and cause personal injury. P-41739
W-2058-0807

Figure 162
Be sure the transport and towing vehicles are of
adequate size and capacity for weight of machine and
attachment combination. (See machine and attachment
Operation & Maintenance Manuals for specifications.)

Loading

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The rear of the trailer must be blocked or supported when
loading and unloading to prevent the front of the trailer
from raising.

Figure 160

P-41754

• Load the heaviest end of the machine and attachment


combination first [Figure 160], [Figure 161] and
[Figure 162].

• Lower the attachment to the floor.

• Stop the engine.

• Engage the parking brake (if equipped).


P-41738
• Exit the machine. (See the machine’s Operation &
Maintenance Manual for the correct procedure.)

Fastening

• Install chains at the front and rear tie down positions


on the machine. (See the machine’s Operation &
Maintenance Manual to properly chain the machine to
the transport vehicle.)

• Install chains on the attachment (if needed).

• Fasten each end of the chain to the transport vehicle.

NOTE: Use chain binders to prevent the attachment


and machine from moving during transport.

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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

LUBRICATING THE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96


Lubrication Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF AUGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97


Procedure(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DIGGING CHAIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98


Procedure(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DIGGING CHAIN TEETH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100


Procedure(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

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LT112 AND MX112 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
0,61 m x 152 mm (2 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
0,61 m x 203 mm (2 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

LT113 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105


Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
0,61 m x 152 mm (2 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
0,61 m x 203 mm (2 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
0,91 m x 102 mm (3 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
0,91 m x 152 mm (3 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
0,91 m x 203 mm (3 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

LT112 AND MX112 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112


Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth / Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . 115
0,61 m x 152 mm (2 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
0,61 m x 203 mm (2 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth / Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . .121
0,61 m x 152 mm (2 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
0,61 m x 203 mm (2 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
0,91 m x 102 mm (3 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
0,91 m x 102 mm (3 ft x 4 in) Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
0,91 m x 102 mm (3 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth / Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . .126
0,91 m x 152 mm (3 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
0,91 m x 203 mm (3 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128

LT112 SHARK PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129


Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Shark Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
0,61 m x 152 mm (2 ft x 6 in) Shark Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

LT113 SHARK PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132


Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
0,91 m x 102 mm (3 ft x 4 in) Shark Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

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0,91 m x 152 mm (3 ft x 6 in) Shark Tooth Pattern Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

ATTACHMENT STORAGE AND RETURN TO SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135


Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Return To Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

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MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Instructions are necessary before operating or servicing machine. Read and
understand the Operation & Maintenance Manual, Operator’s Handbook and
WARNING
WARNING signs (decals) on machine. Follow warnings and instructions in the manuals
when making repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for correct function after
adjustments, repairs or service. Untrained operators and failure to follow
instructions can cause injury or death. W-2003-0807

Safety Alert Symbol: This symbol with a warning statement, means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is
involved!” Carefully read the message that follows.

CORRECT

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P-90216

Never service attachments / implements without


instructions. See Operation & Maintenance Manual and
Attachment / Implement Service Manual.

Cleaning and maintenance are required daily.

Never service or adjust attachment / implement with the


engine running unless instructed to do so in manual.

Always lower the attachment / implement to the ground


before lubricating or servicing.

Avoid contact with leaking hydraulic fluid or diesel fuel


under pressure. It can penetrate skin or eyes.

Stop, cool and clean engine of flammable materials before


checking fluids.

Keep body, loose objects and clothing away from moving


parts, electrical contacts, hot parts and exhaust.

Safety glasses are needed for eye protection from electrical


arcs, battery acid, compressed springs, fluids under
pressure and flying debris or when tools are used. Use eye
protection approved for type of welding.

MSW30-0409

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Chart
Instructions are necessary before operating or servicing machine. Read and
understand the Operation & Maintenance Manual, Operator’s Handbook and
signs (decals) on machine. Follow warnings and instructions in the manuals
WARNING when making repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for correct function
after adjustments, repairs or service. Untrained operators and failure to follow
instructions can cause injury or death. W-2003-0807

If the attachment is not working correctly, check the hydraulic system of the machine thoroughly before making any repairs
on the attachment. Attachment problems can be affected by a hydraulic system that is not operating to specifications.
Connect a flow meter to the machine to check the hydraulic pump output, relief valve setting and tube lines to check flow
and pressure. (See the machine’s Service Manual for the correct procedure to connect the flow meter.)

Use the following troubleshooting chart to locate and correct problems which most often occur with the attachment.

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION


Trencher does not mount properly Bob-Tach wedges are not fully Retract Bob-Tach wedges before installing.
on the Bob-Tach. retracted before installing.
Mud, dirt or stones are lodged Remove debris between Bob-Tach and
between the Bob-Tach and the trencher mount.

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Trencher mount.
Trencher does not operate. No hydraulic flow. Activate machine front auxiliary hydraulics.
Check quick couplers connection. Check for
damaged hose ends and fittings.
Digging chain does not stay Damaged grease cylinder. Repair or replace grease cylinder.
adjusted to the correct tension.

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LUBRICATING THE ATTACHMENT

Lubrication Locations

Always use a good quality lithium base grease when


lubricating the trencher.

Figure 163

P-32318

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Add grease daily to the idler wheels (Item 1) [Figure
163].

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF AUGER Figure 166

Procedure(s)

Figure 164

1
1
P-41725

P-41755 NOTE: It may not be possible to loosen the auger by


hand. If so, remove the bolt (Item 1) [Figure
Remove the mounting bolt (Item 1) [Figure 164] and nut 166] from the end of the auger and install a
from the auger mounting shaft. puller to loosen the auger.

Installation: Tighten auger mounting bolt and nut to 88 - Adjustment


95 N•m (65 - 70 ft-lb) torque.
Figure 167

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Figure 165

1 P-27884
P-27883

NOTE: There are four holes in the auger mounting


Slide the auger (Item 1) [Figure 165] off the mounting shaft [Figure 167].
shaft.
Locate the auger in the hole (Item 1) [Figure 167] closest
Always add anti-seize lubricant to the shaft to help to the chain sprocket for the 101,6 mm (4 in) digging
prevent the auger from seizing on the shaft. width.

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DIGGING CHAIN

Procedure(s) WARNING
If the trencher is installed on the loader or excavator,
disconnect the auxiliary hydraulic hoses. AVOID INJURY
Grease and fitting can be under high pressure. Stand
Figure 168 on side of boom opposite lube fitting when applying
or removing tension from digging chain. Keep
bystanders away. Use correct fitting to prevent
pressure from blowing it off.
W-2110-0695

1 Figure 170

P-41756 1

Install a chain (Item 1) [Figure 168] on the end of the

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boom.

Remove the auger.


P-27887

Figure 169
Loosen the bleed screw (Item 1) [Figure 170] (located in
1 the lower hole).

Figure 171

1
P-27886

Remove the top bolt (Item 1) and loosen the bottom bolt
(Item 2) [Figure 169].
P-41756

Rotate the cover (Item 3) [Figure 169] down.


Push the cylinder back to put slack in the chain (Item 1)
[Figure 171].

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DIGGING CHAIN Adjustment
(CONT’D)

Procedure(s) (Cont’d)

IMPORTANT
WARNING Boom cylinder must be full of grease to work
correctly, any air in cylinder can cause damage. Do
not put excessive tension on the chain. This will
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
cause faster chain wear and horsepower loss.
Wear safety glasses to prevent eye injury when any I-2046-0695
of the following conditions exist:
• When fluids are under pressure.
• Flying debris or loose material is present. Figure 173
• Engine is running.
• Tools are being used.
W-2019-0907

Figure 172
1

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2
P-27890

Figure 174

1
P-27889

Remove the pin (Item 1) [Figure 172].

The pin (Item 2) is a slight press fit. Back-up the chain


using a large hammer while driving the pin (Item 2)
[Figure 172] out with a second hammer.

Remove the chain from the trencher.


25,4 mm
When installing the chain, make sure the chain teeth are (1.0 in) P-41757
facing the correct direction for cutting.

Add grease to the grease fitting (Item 1) [Figure 173]


until there is 25,4 mm (1.0 in) clearance between the
bottom of the chain guide and the top of the chain
[Figure 174]. Measure the chain at the center of the
boom.

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DIGGING CHAIN
TEETH

Procedure(s)

WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Wear safety glasses to prevent eye injury when any
of the following conditions exist:
• When fluids are under pressure.
• Flying debris or loose material is present.
• Engine is running.
• Tools are being used.
W-2019-0907

Figure 175

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1

P-41758

Remove the two bolts (Item 1) and tooth (Item 2) [Figure


175].

Installation: Tighten the bolts to 125 - 135 N•m (90 - 100


ft-lb) torque.

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LT112 AND MX112 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS Figure 178

Component Description

WARNING
Do not strike the cutter bit with a hammer. The hard P-60061
bit can shatter and cause serious injury. Use the
correct bit installation tool.
W-2114-1191 Bushing [Figure 178].

Figure 179
Figure 176

P-60062
P-60050 P-60051

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Spacers [Figure 179].
Right hand digging tooth [Figure 176].

Figure 177

P-60052 P-60053

Left hand digging tooth [Figure 177].

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LT112 AND MX112 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 25 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


of chain travel.

25

11 23

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9 21

19
7

17
5

15
3

13
1

P-60046A P-60046C

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LT112 AND MX112 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 152 mm (2 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 25 as indicated below.

25
11

23
9

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21
7

19
5

17
3

15
1

NOTE: The arrow


13
indicates the
direction of
chain travel.

P-60030A P-60030B

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LT112 AND MX112 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 203 mm (2 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

14

13

26

11

24

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9

22

20

18

16

NOTE: The arrow indicates the


direction of chain travel.

P-60028A P-60028B

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LT113 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS Figure 182

Component Description

WARNING
Do not strike the cutter bit with a hammer. The hard P-60061
bit can shatter and cause serious injury. Use the
correct bit installation tool.
W-2114-1191 Bushing [Figure 182].

Figure 183
Figure 180

P-60062
P-60050 P-60051

Dealer Copy -- Not for Resale


Spacers [Figure 183].
Right hand digging tooth [Figure 180].

Figure 181

P-60052 P-60053

Left hand digging tooth [Figure 181].

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LT113 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 25 as indicated below.

25

11 23

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9 21

19
7

17
5

15
3

13
NOTE: The arrow indicates
1
the direction of
chain travel.

P-60046A P-60046C

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LT113 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 152 mm (2 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 25 as indicated below.

25
11

23
9

Dealer Copy -- Not for Resale


21
7

19
5

17
3

15
1

NOTE: The arrow


13
indicates
the
direction
of chain
travel.

P-60030A P-60030B

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LT113 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 203 mm (2 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

14

13

26

11

24

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9

22

20

18

16
NOTE: The arrow
indicates 1
the
direction
of chain
travel.

P-60028A P-60028B

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LT113 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,91 m x 102 mm (3 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 33 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


of chain travel.

23

11

21 33

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9

19 31

17 29

15 27

13 25

P-60046A P-60046B P-60046C

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LT113 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,91 m x 152 mm (3 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 33 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


of chain travel.

21 33

19 31

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17 29

15 27

13 25

11 23

P-60008A P-60008B P-60008B

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LT113 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,91 m x 203 mm (3 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 33 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


of chain travel.
13

11

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23 33
9

21 31
7

19 29
5

17 27
3

15 25
1

P-60028D P-60028C P-60028C

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LT112 AND MX112 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS Figure 187

Component Description

WARNING
Do not strike the cutter bit with a hammer. The hard
P-60056 P-60057
bit can shatter and cause serious injury. Use the
correct bit installation tool.
W-2114-1191 Right hand bit holder assembly [Figure 187].

Figure 184 Figure 188

P-60058 P-60059
P-60050 P-60051

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Right hand digging tooth [Figure 184]. Left hand bit holder assembly [Figure 188].

Figure 185 Figure 189

P-60061
P-60052 P-60053

Bushing [Figure 189].


Left hand digging tooth [Figure 185].
Figure 190
Figure 186

P-60054 P-60055 P-60062

In-line holder assembly [Figure 186]. Spacers [Figure 190].

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LT112 AND MX112 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

10 20

NOTE: The arrow indicates the


direction of chain travel.
9 19

8 18

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7 17

26
6 16

5 25
15

24
4 14

3 23
13

2 12 22

1 11 21

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LT112 AND MX112 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

24
12

23
11

22
10

21
9

20

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8

19
7
NOTE: The arrow indicates the
direction of chain travel.
18
6

17

16
4

15
3
26
14
2

13 25
1

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LT112 AND MX112 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth / Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

24

12
23

11 22

10
21
NOTE: The arrow indicates the

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direction of chain travel.
9 20

8
19

18
7

6
17

5 16

4 15

3 14
26

2
13
25

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LT112 AND MX112 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 152 mm (2 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

13 26

25
12

24
11

10 23

22

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9

21
8

20
7

6 19

18
5

4 17

NOTE: The arrow 3 16


indicates the
direction of
chain travel. 15
2

14
1

P-60022A P-60022B

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LT112 AND MX112 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 203 mm (2 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

15

14

13

12

11 26

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25
10

9 24

8 23

7 22

6 21

5 20

4 19

18
3

2 17
NOTE: The arrow
indicates the
direction of 1 16
chain travel.

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS

Component Description Figure 194

WARNING
Do not strike the cutter bit with a hammer. The hard
bit can shatter and cause serious injury. Use the
correct bit installation tool. P-60056 P-60057
W-2114-1191

Figure 191 Right hand bit holder assembly [Figure 194].

Figure 195

P-60050 P-60051

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P-60058 P-60059

Right hand digging tooth [Figure 191].


Left hand bit holder assembly [Figure 195].
Figure 192
Figure 196

P-60052 P-60053
P-60061

Left hand digging tooth [Figure 192].


Bushing [Figure 196].
Figure 193
Figure 197

P-60054 P-60055

P-60062
In-line holder assembly [Figure 193].

Spacers [Figure 197].

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

10 20

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


9 19 of chain travel.

8 18

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7 17

26
6 16

5 25
15

24
4 14

3 23
13

2 12 22

1 11 21

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

24
12

23
11

22
10

21
9

20

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8
NOTE: The arrow indicates the
19 direction of chain travel.
7

18
6

17

16
4

15
3
26
14
2

13 25
1

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth / Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

24

12
23

11 22

10
21

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9 20 NOTE: The arrow indicates the
direction of chain travel.

8
19

18
7

6
17

5 16

4 15

3 14
26

2
13
25

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 152 mm (2 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

13 26

25
12

24
11

10 23

22

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9

21
8

20
7

6 19

18
5

4 17

3 16

15
2
NOTE: The arrow
indicates
the 14
1
direction of
chain
travel.

P-60022A P-60022B

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 203 mm (2 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


15 of chain travel.

14

13

12

11 26

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25
10

9 24

8 23

7 22

6 21

5 20

4 19

18
3

2 17

1 16

P-60024A P-60024B

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,91 m x 102 mm (3 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 34 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


of chain travel.

22
34

21
33

20
32

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10
19
31
9
18
30
8
17 29
7
16 28
6
15 27
5
26
14
4
25
13
3

24
12
2

23
11
1

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,91 m x 102 mm (3 ft x 4 in) Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 34 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the


24 direction of chain travel.
12

23
11

22

10

21 34
9

20 33

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8

32
19
7
31
18
6
30
17

5
29
16
4
28
15

3 27
14
26
2

13
25
1

P-60016A P-60016B P-60016D

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,91 m x 102 mm (3 ft x 4 in) Cup Tooth / Carbide Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 34 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the


24 direction of chain travel.

12
23

11 22

10
21 34

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9 20 33

8 32
19

18 31
7

30
6
17
29

5 16
28
4 15
27

3 14
26

2
13
25

P-60006A P-60006B P-60006C

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,91 m x 152 mm (3 ft x 6 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 34 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


of chain travel.

12 24

11 23

34
22
10

33
21

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9

32
8 20

31
19
7

30
18
6

29
5 17

28
4 16

27
3 15

26
2 14

25
1 13

P-60022C P-60022D P-60022E

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LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,91 m x 203 mm (3 ft x 8 in) Cup Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 34 as indicated below.

28
14

27
13

26
12

25
11
NOTE: The arrow indicates the
24 direction of chain travel.

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10

23
9

22
8

7 21

20 34
6

33
5 19

18 32
4

17 31
3

16 30
2

15 29
1

P-60020C P-60020D P-60020E

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LT112 SHARK PATTERNS Figure 202

Component Description

Figure 198

NA7071

Tooth right shark [Figure 202].


P-60050 P-60051
Figure 203
Right hand digging tooth [Figure 198].

Figure 199

P-60061

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Bushing [Figure 203].
P-60052 P-60053
Figure 204

Left hand digging tooth [Figure 199].

Figure 200

P-60062

Spacers [Figure 204].


NA7067

Tooth center shark [Figure 200].

Figure 201

NA7070

Tooth left shark [Figure 201].

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LT112 SHARK PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 102 mm (2 ft x 4 in) Shark Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

26
13
25
12

24
11

23
10

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22
9

8 21

7 20

6 19

5 18

4 17

3
16

2
15
NOTE: The arrow
indicates
1
the
14
direction
of chain
travel.

NA7058

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LT112 SHARK PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,61 m x 152 mm (2 ft x 6 in) Shark Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 26 as indicated below.

13
26

12
25

11
24

10

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23

9
22

8 21

7
20

6
19

5
18

4 17

3 16

2
15

1 14

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


of chain travel.
NA7059

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LT113 SHARK PATTERNS Figure 209

Component Description

Figure 205

NA7071

Tooth right shark [Figure 209].


P-60050 P-60051
Figure 210
Right hand digging tooth [Figure 205].

Figure 206

P-60061

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Bushing [Figure 210].
P-60052 P-60053
Figure 211

Left hand digging tooth [Figure 206].

Figure 207

P-60062

Spacers [Figure 211].


NA7067

Tooth center shark [Figure 207].

Figure 208

NA7070

Tooth left shark [Figure 208].

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LT113 SHARK PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,91 m x 102 mm (3 ft x 4 in) Shark Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 34 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


of chain travel.

12 24

23 34
11

10 22 33

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9 21
32

20
8 31

7 19 30

6 17 29

17
5 28

4 16
27

15
3
26

14
2 25

13
1

NA7060

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LT113 SHARK PATTERNS (CONT’D)

0,91 m x 152 mm (3 ft x 6 in) Shark Tooth Pattern Installation

Instructions: Install teeth 1 thru 34 as indicated below.

NOTE: The arrow indicates the direction


of chain travel.

12 24

11 23
34

10 22 33

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9 21 32

8 20
31

7 19 30

6 18 29

5 17 28

4 27
16

3 15 26

2 25
14

1 13

NA7061

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ATTACHMENT STORAGE AND RETURN TO SERVICE Return To Service

Storage After the Bobcat attachment has been in storage, it is


necessary to follow a list of items to return the
Sometimes it may be necessary to store your Bobcat attachment to service:
attachment for an extended period of time. Below is a list
of items to perform before storage: • Check for damaged or missing decals. Replace if
necessary.
• Thoroughly clean and wash the attachment.
• Be sure all shields and guards are in place.
• Lubricate the attachment.
• Lubricate the attachment.
• Inspect the mounting frame and all welds on the
attachment for wear and damage. • Check for loose hardware, missing or damaged parts.

• Check for loose hardware, missing guards, or • Check for leaks. Repair as needed.
damaged parts.
• Install and operate attachment, check for correct
• Replace worn or damaged parts. function.

• Check for damaged or missing decals. Replace if


necessary.

• Place the attachment in a dry protected shelter.

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• Place the attachment flat on the ground.

NOTE: In muddy conditions or to prevent the


attachment from freezing to the ground, put
the attachment on planks or blocks before
removing the attachment from the machine.

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MACHINE SIGN TRANSLATIONS

MACHINE SIGN TRANSLATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139


Warning (6575965) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Danger (6579914) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

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MACHINE SIGN TRANSLATIONS

Warning (6575965)

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MACHINE SIGN TRANSLATIONS (CONT’D)

Danger (6579914)

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SPECIFICATIONS

(LT112 AND LT113) TRENCHER SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143


Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

(MX112) TRENCHER SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145


Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

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(LT112 AND LT113) TRENCHER SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions

• Where applicable, specifications conform to SAE and ISO standards and are subject to change without notice.

A B

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60°

P-94702

DESCRIPTION LT112 (2 FT) LT113 (3 FT)


Overall Length (A) 1542 mm (60.7 in) 1880 mm (74.0 in)
Standard Boom Length (B) 1000 mm (39.4 in) 1334 mm (52.5 in)
Digging Depth @ 60° (C) .6 m (2 ft) .9 m (3 ft)
Frame Width (D) 914 mm (36.0 in) 914 mm (36.0 in)
Side Shift Travel (E) 409 mm (16.1 in) 409 mm (16.1 in)
Auger Clearance (F) 351 - 401 mm (13.8 - 15.8 in) 351 - 401 mm (13.8 - 15.8 in)

Performance

DESCRIPTION LT112 (2 FT) LT113 (3 FT)


Operating Weight (Without Teeth) 278 kg (613 lb) 289 kg (638 lb)
Chain Size 42 mm (1.654 in) 42 mm (1.654 in)
Chain Width 101 - 203 mm (4 - 8 in) 101 - 203 mm (4 - 8 in)
Chain Speed @ 15 gpm (57 L/min) 105.2 m/min (345 ft/min) 105.2 m/min (345 ft/min)
Chain Tightener Grease Cylinder Grease Cylinder
Auger Diameter 305 mm (12.0 in) 305 mm (12.0 in)

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(LT112 AND LT113) TRENCHER SPECIFICATIONS (CONT’D)

Hydraulic System

DESCRIPTION LT112 (2 FT) LT113 (3 FT)


Flow Range 34 - 57 L/min (9 - 15 U.S. gpm) 34 - 57 L/min (9 - 15 U.S. gpm)
Maximum Operating Pressure 20684 KPa (207 bar) (3000 psi) 20684 KPa (207 bar) (3000 psi)

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(MX112) TRENCHER SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions

• Where applicable, specifications conform to SAE and ISO standards and are subject to change without notice.

A B

C
60°

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P-94703

DESCRIPTION MX112 (2 FT)


Overall Length (A) 1732 mm (68.2 in)
Standard Boom Length (B) 1000 mm (39.4 in)
Digging Depth @ 60° (C) .6 m (2 ft)
Frame Width (D) 777 mm (30.6 in)
Auger Clearance (E) 351 - 401 mm (13.8 - 15.8 in)

Performance

DESCRIPTION MX112 (2 FT)


Operating Weight (Without Teeth) 256 kg (570 lb)
Chain Size 42 mm (1.654 in)
Chain Width 101 - 203 mm (4 - 8 in)
Chain Speed @ 15 U.S. gpm (57 L/min) 105.2 m/min (345 ft/min)
Chain Tightener Grease Cylinder
Auger Diameter 305 mm (12.0 in)

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(MX112) TRENCHER SPECIFICATIONS (CONT’D)

Hydraulic System

DESCRIPTION MX112 (2 FT)


Flow Range 49 - 76 L/min (13 - 20 U.S. gpm)
Maximum Operating Pressure 20684 KPa (207 bar) (3000 psi)

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WARRANTY

WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149

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WARRANTY

WARRANTY
Bobcat Attachments

Bobcat Company warrants to its authorized dealers and authorized dealers of Bobcat Equipment Ltd.,
who in turn warrant to the original owner, that each new Bobcat attachment will be free from proven
defects in material and workmanship for twelve (12) months after delivery by the authorized Bobcat
dealer to the original buyer.

During the warranty period, the authorized Bobcat dealer shall repair or replace, at Bobcat Company’s
option, without charge for parts and labor, any part of the Bobcat product which fails because of
defects in material or workmanship. The owner shall provide the authorized Bobcat dealer with prompt
written notice of the defect and allow reasonable time for replacement or repair. Bobcat Company may,
at its option, require failed parts to be returned to the factory. Travel time of mechanics and
transportation of the Bobcat product to the authorized Bobcat dealer for warranty work are the
responsibility of the owner. The remedies provided in this warranty are exclusive.

This warranty does not cover replacement of scheduled service items and high wear items. The owner

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shall rely solely on the warranty, if any, of the respective manufacturers thereof. This warranty does not
cover damages resulting from abuse, accidents, alterations, use of the Bobcat product as an
attachment on any equipment not approved by Bobcat Company, air flow obstructions, or failure to
maintain or use the Bobcat product according to the instructions applicable to it.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS,
EXCEPT THE WARRANTY OF TITLE. BOBCAT COMPANY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND
CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL BOBCAT
COMPANY OR THE AUTHORIZED BOBCAT DEALER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS
OR INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, LOST PROFITS, OR LOSS OF MACHINE USE, WHETHER BASED
ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, STATUTE OR OTHERWISE,
EVEN IF BOBCAT COMPANY OR THE AUTHORIZED BOBCAT DEALER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF BOBCAT COMPANY AND THE
AUTHORIZED BOBCAT DEALERS WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT AND SERVICES FURNISHED
HEREUNDER SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT UPON WHICH SUCH
LIABILITY IS BASED.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX

(LT112 AND LT113) TRENCHER TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95


SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
(MX112) TRENCHER SPECIFICATIONS . 145
ATTACHMENT IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . 8
ATTACHMENT SIGNS (DECALS) . . . . . . . . 18
ATTACHMENT STORAGE AND RETURN TO
SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
BOBCAT COMPANY IS IS0 9001 CERTIFIED
....................................5
DAILY INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
DELIVERY REPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . 10
FIRE PREVENTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
LIFTING THE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
LT112 AND MX112 DOUBLE STANDARD
PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
LT112 AND MX112 SINGLE STANDARD
PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

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LT112 SHARK PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
LT113 DOUBLE STANDARD PATTERNS . 118
LT113 SHARK PATTERNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
LT113 SINGLE STANDARD PATTERNS . . 105
LUBRICATING THE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . 96
MACHINE SIGN TRANSLATIONS . . . . . . . 139
MAINTENANCE SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH
EXCAVATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH LOADERS
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MINI
TRACK LOADERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
PUBLICATIONS AND TRAINING
RESOURCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF AUGER
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DIGGING
CHAIN TEETH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DIGGING
CHAIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT AND
MACHINE ON A TRAILER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT ON A
TRAILER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

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