260B Backhoe, North American Version
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Using Your Operator’s Manual
Section 00 - Product Identification
Product Compatibility
Record Identification Numbers
Section 05 - Safety Labels
Replace Safety Signs
Safety Labels
Section 10 - Safety
Operating The Backhoe Safely
Wear Protective Clothing
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Park Machine Safely
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
Section 15 - Assembly
Install Bucket
Lubricate Backhoe
Install Optional Street Pads
Section 20 - Preparing Vehicle
Required Equipment
Section 25 - Installing
Attach Backhoe to Tractor
Section 30 - Removing and Storing
Removing Backhoe
Storing
Section 35 - Operating
Operate Backhoe Controls from Ground
Entering and Exiting Backhoe
Operate Controls
Control Labels
Dig Safely
Operate Tractor
Operating Backhoe Mechanical Thumb (If Equipped)
Operating Backhoe Hydraulic Thumb (If Equipped)
Removing Boom And Swing Lock
Dig Position
Dig Angle
Dig with Bucket
Dig with Dipperstick
Spoil Pile Location
Lift With Backhoe
Transporting Backhoe
Transport Tractor With Backhoe
Section 40 - Service Intervals
Service Intervals
Section 45 - Service
Replacing Bucket Teeth
Cleaning Inside Valve Covers
Lubrication
Section 50 - Troubleshooting
Use Troubleshooting Chart
Troubleshooting
Section 55 - Specifications
Backhoe Specifications
Section 60 - Getting Quality Service
John Deere Quality