Bobcat CT450 Compact Tractor Operation and Maintenance Manual - 6987077

(S/N: ABHM11001 & Above - S/N: AKBP11001 & Above) 
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This manual PDF download describes procedures for operation, handling, lubrication, maintenance, checking, and adjustment for the CT450 HST & SST Bobcat Compact Tractor. It will help the operator or anyone realize peak performance through effective, economical and safe machine operation and maintenance.


APPLICABLE MODELS :

Bobcat Compact Tractor CT450
Hydrostatic Transmission (HST),
Mechanical Transmission (SST)
(HST) S/N: ABHM11001 & Above
(SST) S/N: AKBP11001 & Above


TABLE OF CONTENTS :

FOREWORD 
SAFETY & TRAINING RESOURCES 
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 
LOADER SYSTEM 
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 
MACHINE SIGN TRANSLATIONS 
SPECIFICATIONS 
WARRANTY 
ALPHABETICAL INDEX 


MANUAL SPECIFICATION :

File Format : PDF
Language : English
Printable : Yes
Searchable : Yes
Bookmarked : Yes
P/N : 6987077 (12-11) Revised (5-12) (7)
Total Pages : 260


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OPERATOR SAFETY WARNINGS
CONTENTS
FOREWORD
    BOBCAT COMPANY IS IS0 9001 CERTIFIED
    REGULAR MAINTENANCE ITEMS
    SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
        Compact Tractor Serial Number
        Engine Serial Number
        Loader Serial Number (Optional)
    DELIVERY REPORT
    COMPACT TRACTOR IDENTIFICATION
    COMPACT TRACTOR IDENTIFICATION (WITH OPTIONAL LOADER AND REAR BALLAST)
    COMPACT TRACTOR IDENTIFICATION (WITH OPTIONAL THREE-POINT IMPLEMENT AND FRONT BALLAST)
    COMPACT TRACTOR IDENTIFICATION (WITH OPTIONAL CAB)
    FEATURES, ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
        Standard Items
        Options And Accessories
        Loader (Optional)
        Implements - Three-Point Hitch
        
SAFETY & TRAINING RESOURCES
    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
        Before Operation
        Safe Operation Is The Operator’s Responsibility
        Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator
        Use Safety Rules
        Avoid Silica Dust
        Safety Rules For Power Take-Off (PTO) Driven Implements
        Compact Tractor Requirements and Capabilities
    FIRE PREVENTION
        Maintenance
        Operation
        Electrical
        Hydraulic System
        Fueling
        Starting
        Spark Arrester Exhaust System
        Welding And Grinding
        Fire Extinguishers
    MACHINE SIGNS (DECALS)
    PUBLICATIONS AND TRAINING RESOURCES
    
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
    OPERATOR CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT PANELS
        Overview (HST)
        Overview (SST)
        Instrument Panel
        Floor Controls (HST)
        Floor Controls (SST)
        Right Console
        Left Console (HST)
        Left Console (SST)
        Cab (If Equipped)
    SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM (NEUTRAL START)
        Safety Interlock System (Neutral Start) (HST)
        Safety Interlock System (Neutral Start) (SST)
    SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM (OPERATING)
        Safety Interlock System (Operating) (HST)
        Safety Interlock System (Operating) (SST)
    ROLL-OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)
        Foldable ROPS (If Equipped)
        Raising And Lowering The ROPS
        Cab (If Equipped)
        Cab Door (If Equipped)
        Rear Window (If Equipped)
        Right And Left Side Windows (If Equipped)
        Window Washer Reservoir (If Equipped)
        Dome Light (If Equipped)
    EMERGENCY EXITS (WHEN EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
        Rear Window
    ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER
        Operation (HST)
        Operation (SST)
    PARKING BRAKE
        Operation
    BRAKE PEDALS (HST)
        Operation
    BRAKE PEDALS (SST)
        Operation
    TRAVEL CONTROL PEDALS (HST ONLY)
        Operation
    FORWARD-NEUTRAL-REVERSE (F-N-R) LEVER (SST ONLY)
        Operation
    SPEED RANGE LEVER (HST)
        Operation
    SPEED RANGE LEVER (SST)
        Operation
    GEAR SHIFT LEVER (SST ONLY)
        Operation
    DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL
        Description
        Operation
    CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH (HST ONLY)
        Description
        Engaging
        Disengaging
    FRONT WHEEL ASSIST (4WD) SWITCH
        Description
        Operation
    STEERING WHEEL
        Operation
    LOADER CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
        Description
        Loader Lift Operation
        Loader Arms Float Position
        Loader Tilt Operation
        Joystick Lock Lever
        Relieve Hydraulic Oil Pressure (Joystick Control Lever)
        Front Auxiliary Hydraulics (If Equipped)
        Front Hydraulic Couplers (If Equipped)
        Relieve Hydraulic Pressure (Front Auxiliary Hydraulics) (If Equipped)
    REAR AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS (IF EQUIPPED)
        Description
        Rear (Remote) Auxiliary Hydraulics Operation
        Function Chart
        Hydraulic Couplers (If Equipped)
        Relieve Hydraulic Pressure (Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics)
    DRAWBAR
        Description
        Adjusting Length
    THREE-POINT HITCH
        Description
        Raising
        Lowering
        Operation
        Remote Three-Point Hitch Position Lever
        Three-Point Hitch Lowering Speed / Lock Valve
    POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO)
        Description
        Engaging Rear-PTO
        Disengaging Rear-PTO
        Engaging Mid-PTO (If Equipped)
        Disengaging Mid-PTO (If Equipped)
    DAILY INSPECTION
        Daily Inspection And Maintenance
    PRE-STARTING PROCEDURE
        Entering The Compact Tractor
        Seat Adjustment
        Seat Belt Adjustment
        Pre-Starting (HST)
        Pre-Starting (SST)
    STARTING THE ENGINE
        Key Switch
        Cold Temperature Starting
        Warming The Hydraulic / Hydrostatic System
    MONITORING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
        Procedure
    STOPPING THE COMPACT TRACTOR
        Procedure (HST)
        Procedure (SST)
    ATTACHMENTS
        Choosing The Correct Bucket
        Pallet Forks
        Choosing The Correct Bucket
        Installing And Removing The Attachment (Pin-On)
        Ballast
        Tires
        Installing And Removing The Attachment (Bob-Tach)
        Ballast
        Tires
    IMPLEMENT
        Choosing The Correct Implement
        Installing And Removing Pull Type Implements
        Installing And Removing Three-Point Hitch Mounted Implements
        Lifting Link Adjustment
        Top Link Adjustment
        Sway Bar Adjustment
        Extendable Lower Link Adjustment
    POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO)
        Installing And Removing The Rear-PTO
        Installing And Removing The Mid-PTO
    BALLAST (OPTIONAL)
        Front Ballast
        Rear Ballast
    TREAD WIDTH
        Front
        Rear
        Tread Width Chart
    OPERATING PROCEDURE
        Operating Compact Tractor With Loader Installed
        Inspect The Work Area
        Basic Operating Instructions
        Operating With A Full Bucket And Rear Ballast
        Operating With An Empty Bucket And Rear Ballast
        Filling And Emptying The Bucket
        Leveling The Ground Using Float
        Backfilling
        Towing Equipment With The Compact Tractor
        Safety Chains
        Operating The Three-Point Hitch Implement
        Safety Rules For PTO Operation
        Operating The Rear-PTO
        Operating The Mid-PTO
    TOWING THE COMPACT TRACTOR
        Procedure
    TRANSPORTING THE COMPACT TRACTOR ON A TRAILER
        Loading And Unloading
        Fastening
        
LOADER SYSTEM
    LOADER INSTALLATION
        Description
        Installing Loader Mounting Brackets
    LOADER INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
        Installing The Loader To The Compact Tractor
        Ballast
        Removing The Loader
        
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
    MAINTENANCE SAFETY
    SERVICE SCHEDULE
        Chart
    SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM (NEUTRAL START)
        Inspection And Maintenance (HST)
        Inspection And Maintenance (SST)
    SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM (OPERATING)
        Inspection And Maintenance (HST)
        Inspection And Maintenance (SST)
    SEAT BELT
        Inspection And Maintenance
    BACK-UP ALARM SYSTEM (HST)
        Description
        Inspecting
        Adjusting Switch Position
    BACK-UP ALARM SYSTEM (SST)
        Description
        Inspecting
        Adjusting Switch Position
    PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM
        Inspection And Maintenance
    BRAKE SYSTEM
        Inspection And Maintenance
        Adjusting
    TRAVEL CONTROL PEDAL (HST ONLY)
        Inspection And Maintenance
    F-N-R LEVER (SST ONLY)
        Inspection And Maintenance
    CLUTCH PEDAL (SST ONLY)
        Inspection And Maintenance
    CRUISE CONTROL (HST ONLY)
        Inspection And Maintenance
    PTO SWITCH (REAR)
        Inspection And Maintenance
    PTO LEVER (MID) (IF EQUIPPED)
        Inspection And Maintenance
    THREE-POINT HITCH POSITION LEVER
        Inspection And Maintenance
    REAR (REMOTE) AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC LEVER (IF EQUIPPED)
        Inspection And Maintenance
    JOYSTICK CONTROL LEVER (IF EQUIPPED)
        Inspection And Maintenance
    ROLL-OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)
        Foldable ROPS (If Equipped)
        Cab Enclosure ROPS (If Equipped)
    ENGINE COVER
        Opening And Closing
    ENGINE SIDE PANEL
        Removal And Installation
    HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)
        Cleaning And Maintenance
    AIR CLEANER SERVICE
        Replacing Filter Element
    FUEL SYSTEM
        Fuel Specifications
        Biodiesel Blend Fuel
        Filling The Fuel Tank
        Fuel Filter
        Removing Air From The Fuel System
        Filling A Portable Fuel Container
    ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM
        Checking And Adding Engine Oil
        Engine Oil Chart
        Removing And Replacing Oil And Filter
    ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
        Checking Level
        Cleaning
        Hoses And Clamps
        Removing And Replacing Coolant
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
        Description
        Fuse And Relay Location (Engine Compartment)
        Fuse And Relay Location (Cab) (If Equipped)
        Fuse And Relay Location (Instrument Panel) (HST Models)
        Fuse And Relay Location (Instrument Panel) (SST Models)
        Fuse And Relay Location (Cab Models)
        Battery Maintenance
        Using A Booster Battery (Jump Starting)
        Removing And Installing Battery
    INSTRUMENT PANEL
        Inspection And Maintenance
    HYDRAULIC / HYDROSTATIC / TRANSMISSION SYSTEM
        Checking And Adding Fluid
        Transmission / Differential Fluid Chart
        Removing And Replacing Hydraulic / Hydrostatic / Transmission Filters (HST Models Only)
        Removing And Replacing Hydraulic / Hydrostatic / Transmission Filters (SST Models Only)
        Removing And Replacing Hydraulic / Hydrostatic / Transmission Fluid
        Hoses And Clamps
    SPARK ARRESTER MUFFLER
        Cleaning Procedure
    SUPPORTING THE COMPACT TRACTOR ON JACKSTANDS
        Procedure
    TIRE MAINTENANCE
        Front Wheel Nuts / Bolts
        Rear Wheel Nuts / Bolts
        Mounting
        Wheel Spacing (AG And Industrial Tires Only)
    FRONT AXLE
        Checking And Adding Lubricant
        Removing And Replacing Lubricant
        Axle Pivot
    DIFFERENTIAL LOCK
        Inspection And Maintenance
        Adjustment
    ALTERNATOR BELT
        Belt Adjustment
        Belt Replacement
    AIR CONDITIONING BELT
        Belt Adjustment
        Belt Replacement
    LUBRICATING THE COMPACT TRACTOR
        Lubrication Locations
    PIVOT PINS
        Inspection And Maintenance
    BOB-TACH (HAND LEVER)
        Inspection And Maintenance
    AXLE TOE IN
        Inspection And Maintenance (HST Models)
        Inspection And Maintenance (SST Models)
    COMPACT TRACTOR STORAGE AND RETURN TO SERVICE
        Storage
        Return To Service
    SETTING ENGINE VALVE CLEARANCE
        Description
    CLUTCH PEDAL AND HOUSING (SST)
        Draining Water
        Storage Position
        
MACHINE SIGN TRANSLATIONS
    MACHINE SIGN TRANSLATIONS
        Service Schedule (7125074)
        Warning (7118012)
        Warning (7166857)
        Warning (7127020)
        Warning (7118016)
        Danger (7118017)
        Start Engine (HST) (7157848)
        Start Engine (SST) (7186656)
        Warning (7166858)
        Warning (7125076)
        Danger / Warning (7147821)
        Warning (7147822)
        Danger (7147823)
        Warning (7147824)
        Warning (7147825)
        Warning (7157847)
        Warning (7157924)
        Caution (7164977)
        Warning (7168864) (IF EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
        Warning (7168865) (IF EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
        Warning (7168866) (IF EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
        
SPECIFICATIONS
    COMPACT TRACTOR CAPACITIES
        Compact Tractor Loader Lift Capacity
        Ballast (Rear)
        Three-Point Hitch Specifications
        Towing Weight
        Maximum Drawbar Tongue Weight
        Ballast (Front)
    CT450 SPECIFICATIONS
        Machine Dimensions (Standard Machine)
        Machine Dimensions (With Optional Loader, AL4F00101 & Above, AKPW00101 & Above)
        Machine Dimensions (With Optional Loader, S/N AE3500101 & Above)
        Performance
        Controls
        Engine
        Hydraulic System
        Electrical
        Power Take-Off (PTO) System (Rear-PTO)
        Power Take-Off (PTO) System (Mid-PTO Optional)
        Drive System (HST)
        Drive System (SST)
        Steering
        Capacities
        Tires
        Loader (If Equipped)
        
WARRANTY
    WARRANTY
    
ALPHABETICAL INDEX

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