Prepare the Loader

NOTE: Model 300CX shown. The following procedures apply to all models.

2. Cut paint mask rings (A) off all cylinders.

A-Paint Mask Ring

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2. Using lifting straps, raise front of loader high enough to allow pin (D) to locate into holder strap (C) on each side of attachment.

3. Remove quick lock pin (E) from storage position and install into pin (D) on each side of attachment.

A-Holder
B-Hook
C-Holder Strap
D-Bucket/Attachment Pin
E-Quick Lock Pin

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Install oil line conversion kit on loader to accommodate tractor with couplers on left-hand side. (See separate instructions.)

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IMPORTANT: To prevent premature failure of hoses, be sure there are no twists or bends in hoses and follow correct procedure for installation.

Check that all O-rings are in position. Lubricate with hydraulic oil or petroleum jelly.

NOTE: Before tightening hose fittings, make sure couplers (E) face upward when hoses are extended from loader.

1. Match color-coded dust caps on couplers (E) to hydraulic hose functions as shown in chart. Starting with top fitting (A), connect hoses to loader lines and tighten to specification.

Specification

2. Install nylon protector sleeve (flared end first) by inserting each hose one at a time.

A-Bucket Cylinder-Rod End
B-Bucket Cylinder-Head End
C-Lift Cylinder-Head End
D-Lift Cylinder-Rod End
E-Couplers

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NOTE: Doubling of sleeve is done by attaching sleeve to hoses with tie band approximately 50 mm (2 in.) from fittings, then folding the sleeve inside itself.

3. Double sleeve approximately 150 mm (6 in.) (B) and cover fittings.

4. Install tie band (C) by lacing tie band through protective sleeve.

5. Install hose support (H) on top right-hand pivot pin:

a. Remove M16 flange nut (E) from pivot pin (F).

b. Install three M17 x 24 x 2 washers (G) and support (H) on pivot pin as shown.

IMPORTANT: Make sure hose support (H) rotates freely after reinstalling M16 flange nut (E).

c. Reinstall M16 flange nut (E) and tighten to specification.

Specification

6. Rotate support as shown and fasten hose bundle (J) to support using large tie band (I).

A-Clamp
B-Distance, 150 mm (6 in.)
C-Tie Band
D-Cap Screw
E-Flange Nut, M16
F-Pivot Pin
G-Washer, M17 x 24 x 2 (3 used)
H-Support
I-Tie Band (Large)
J-Hose Bundle

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a. Insert pin (B) through support (A).

b. Insert tie band (C) through slots in support.

IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten tie band around hose support. Hose bundle must be allowed to move freely inside the support.

Make sure tie band locking tab (E) is positioned next to pin after tightened.

c. Install support over hose bundle (D) and tighten tie band. Store spring locking pin (F) on pin (B) for later use.

A-Support
B-Pin
C-Tie Band
D-Hose Bundle
E-Locking Tab
F-Spring Locking Pin

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2. Drive tractor slowly toward rear of loader stopping approximately 250 mm (10 in.) from loader.

3. Engage tractor parking brake and/or place transmission in "Park".

4. Shut off tractor engine and remove key.

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CAUTION: To help prevent injury from escaping hydraulic oil under pressure, relieve pressure in the system.

5. Move control lever(s) back and forth and side-to-side (if applicable) several times. (See your tractor Operator's Manual.)

6. Connect hydraulic hoses to couplers on tractor using color-coded caps on hoses to match numbers and/or colors on decal by coupler plate. (See IDENTIFYING HOSE CONNECTIONS in Service section.)

7. Start tractor engine.

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9. Attach loader to tractor. (See ATTACHING LOADER in Attaching Loader section.)

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