Bobcat 3450 Utility Vehicle Operation & Maintenance Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
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Bobcat 3450 Utility Vehicle Operation & Maintenance Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
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Bobcat 3450 Utility Vehicle Operation & Maintenance Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
S/N AJNY11001 & Above
OPERATOR SAFETY WARNINGS 3
CONTENTS 5
FOREWORD 7
BOBCAT COMPANY IS IS0 9001 CERTIFIED 9
REGULAR MAINTENANCE ITEMS 9
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS 10
Utility Vehicle Serial Number 10
Engine Serial Number 10
DELIVERY REPORT 10
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS 11
Noise Emission Control System 11
Operating On Public Lands In The USA 11
Crankcase Emission Control System 11
UTILITY VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION (3450) 12
FEATURES, ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 13
Standard Items 13
Options And Accessories 13
Attachment 13
SAFETY & TRAINING RESOURCES 15
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 17
Before Operation 17
Safe Operation Is The Operator’s Responsibility 18
Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator 18
Equipment Modifications 19
Avoid Silica Dust 19
FIRE PREVENTION 19
Maintenance 19
Operation 19
Electrical 19
Hydraulic System 20
Fueling 20
Starting 20
Spark Arrestor Exhaust System 20
Welding And Grinding 20
Fire Extinguishers 20
UTILITY VEHICLE SIGNS (DECALS) 21
PUBLICATIONS AND TRAINING RESOURCES 22
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 23
OPERATOR CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT PANELS 27
Overview 27
Hourmeter 28
Indicator Light Panel 28
Gear Selector 29
Control Panel 30
Raising And Lowering The Cargo Box – With Power Lift Assist Switch (Optional) 30
Key – Start / Stop 30
Storage Compartment 31
Radio (Optional) 32
PARK BRAKE 34
Operation 34
THROTTLE PEDAL 34
Operation 34
BRAKE PEDAL 34
Operation 34
BACK-UP ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 35
Description 35
Operation 35
ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS) 36
Description 36
STOPPING THE UTILITY VEHICLE 36
Procedure 36
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN 37
Break-In Period 37
Engine And Drivetrain Break-In 37
Clutches / Belt Break-In 37
HYDRAULIC CONTROLS 38
Description 38
Attachment Arm Operation 38
Attachment Arm Float Position 38
Tilt Operation 38
Front Auxiliary Hydraulics Operation (If Equipped) 39
Quick Couplers 40
Relieve Hydraulic Pressure (Utility Vehicle And Attachment) 40
DAILY INSPECTION 41
Daily Inspection And Maintenance 41
PRE-STARTING PROCEDURE 42
Entering The Utility Vehicle 42
Seat Belt Adjustment 43
STARTING THE ENGINE 44
Cold Temperature Starting 45
Warming The Engine 45
SPEEDOMETER (OPTIONAL) 45
Description 45
STOPPING THE ENGINE AND LEAVING THE UTILITY VEHICLE 46
Procedure 46
VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY 48
Vehicle Load Capacities (Model 3450) 48
ATTACHMENTS 49
Choosing The Correct Attachment 49
Pallet Forks 49
Adding Weight To The Cargo Box 50
Installing And Removing The Attachment 51
REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE ATTACHMENT ARM 53
Description 53
Removing And Installing The Attachment Arm 53
OPERATING PROCEDURE 57
Inspect The Work Area 57
Basic Operating Instructions 57
Driving Procedure 58
Operating On Public Roads 59
Turning Improperly 59
Jumps And Stunts 59
Operating In Unfamiliar Terrain 59
Improper Tire Maintenance 59
Operating On Frozen Bodies Of Water 59
Unauthorized Use Of The Vehicle 59
Driving On Slippery Surfaces 59
Driving Uphill 60
Driving On A Sidehill (Sidehilling) 60
Driving Downhill 60
Driving Through Water 61
Driving Over Obstacles 61
Driving In Reverse 62
Parking On An Incline 62
Operating With A Full Bucket And Empty Cargo Box 63
Operating With An Empty Bucket And Loaded Cargo Box 63
Filling And Emptying The Bucket 64
Leveling The Ground Using Float 65
Backfilling 65
Hauling Cargo 66
Belt Life 66
Opening And Closing The Tailgate 66
Raising And Lowering The Cargo Box (With Lift Assist) 67
Raising And Lowering The Cargo Box (With Power Lift Assist) 67
Towing Equipment With The Utility Vehicle 68
Drive Mode Switch 69
TOWING THE UTILITY VEHICLE 70
Procedure 70
TRANSPORTING THE UTILITY VEHICLE ON A TRAILER 71
Loading And Unloading 71
Fastening 71
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 73
MAINTENANCE SAFETY 77
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND SEVERE USE DEFINITION 79
Severe Use Definition 79
SERVICE SCHEDULE 80
Chart 80
SEAT BELT 81
Inspection And Maintenance 81
BACK-UP ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 82
Description 82
Inspecting 82
START INTERLOCK SYSTEM 83
Inspecting 83
PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM 84
Description 84
Inspection And Maintenance 84
Adjusting Park Brake Cable 84
BRAKE SYSTEM 85
Description 85
Inspection And Maintenance 85
Brake Inspection 86
THROTTLE SYSTEM 87
Description 87
Throttle Freeplay 87
Inspection And Maintenance 87
Idle RPM 87
Throttle Freeplay Adjustment 87
SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT 88
Inspecting 88
Adjustment 88
STEERING AND SUSPENSION SYSTEM 89
Description 89
Inspection And Maintenance 89
ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS) 91
Description 91
AIR CLEANER SERVICE 92
Pre-Filter Element 92
Replacing Filter Element 93
SEAT 94
Removal And Installation 94
FUEL SYSTEM 95
Fuel Specifications 95
Biodiesel Blend Fuel 95
Filling The Fuel Tank 96
Fuel Filter 96
Removing Air From The Fuel System 97
Filling A Portable Fuel Container 97
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM 98
Checking And Adding Engine Oil 98
Engine Oil Chart 98
Removing And Replacing Oil And Filter 99
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM101
Checking Level101
Cleaning102
Removing And Replacing Coolant103
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM105
Description105
Fuse And Relay Location105
Battery Maintenance107
Battery Storage107
Battery Charging107
Using A Booster Battery (Jump Starting)108
Removing And Installing Battery110
Headlight Replacement111
Brake Light / Tail Light Replacement111
Headlight Beam Adjustment112
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM113
Description113
Checking Fluid113
Hydraulic Fluid113
Removing And Replacing Hydraulic Fluid114
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)115
CVT Drying115
CVT Filter116
GEARCASE117
Checking Transmission Fluid117
Transmission Fluid117
Adding Transmission Fluid117
Removing And Replacing Transmission Fluid117
Checking Front Gear Case Fluid118
Front Gear Case Fluid118
Adding Front Gear Case Fluid118
Removing And Replacing Front Gear Case Fluid118
Checking Rear Gear Case Fluid119
Rear Gear Case Fluid119
Adding Rear Gear Case Fluid119
Removing And Replacing Rear Gear Case Fluid119
VEHICLE IMMERSION120
Description120
SPARK ARRESTER MUFFLER121
Cleaning Procedure121
REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTS122
Description122
Shock Absorber Position Adjustment122
Shock Absorber Spring Adjustment122
SUPPORTING THE UTILITY VEHICLE ON JACKSTANDS123
Procedure123
TIRE MAINTENANCE124
Tires124
Tire Tread Depth124
Axle And Wheel Nut Torque124
Wheel Removal And Installation124
Mounting125
Tire Pressure125
FRONT COVER125
Removal And Installation125
ALTERNATOR BELT126
Belt Adjustment126
Belt Replacement126
DRIVE BELT127
Removal127
Installation128
Belt Inspection128
WHEEL TOE ALIGNMENT129
Inspection129
Toe Adjustment129
LUBRICATING THE UTILITY VEHICLE130
Lubrication Locations130
UTILITY VEHICLE CLEANING131
Washing The Utility Vehicle131
Polishing The Vehicle131
UTILITY VEHICLE STORAGE AND RETURN TO SERVICE132
Storage132
Return To Service132
UTILITY VEHICLE SIGN TRANSLATIONS133
UTILITY VEHICLE SIGN TRANSLATIONS135
Warning (7018022)135
Warning (7018021)136
Warning (7016342)137
Caution (7016347)137
Park Brake (7016357)137
Park Brake (7016337)137
Maximum Trailer Weight (7018610)137
Operation Instruction (7018029)138
Warning (7016362)138
Warning (If Equipped With Back-up Alarm) (6737189)138
Operation Instruction (7018027)139
Warning (7018028)139
SPECIFICATIONS141
UTILITY VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS143
(3450) Dimensions143
Performance144
Controls144
Engine144
Electrical145
Drive System145
Fluid And Capacities145
Tires146
WARRANTY147
WARRANTY149
ALPHABETICAL INDEX151
DESCRIPTION:
Bobcat 3450 Utility Vehicle Operation & Maintenance Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
S/N AJNY11001 & Above
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
Before Operation:
- Carefully follow the operating and maintenance instructions in this manual. The Bobcat utility vehicle is highly maneuverable and compact. It is rugged and useful under a wide variety of conditions. This presents an operator with hazards associated with off road, rough terrain applications, common with Bobcat utility vehicle usage.
- This vehicle handles differently than other vehicles, such as motorcycles, golf cars or cars. If you fail to take proper precautions, a collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers like turning, braking, driving over rough terrain and up and down hills or over obstacles.
- This can result in severe injury or death. This vehicle is intended for off road use only and should not be operated on public roads. Driving this vehicle in an aggressive manner can increase the risk of head injury and requires head protection. For these aggressive driving conditions, Bobcat Company recommends that all occupants wear a properly fitting Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) approved helmet.
Always follow these instructions:
- Fasten seat belts for occupant restraint before operating.
- Keep hands and feet inside the vehicle at all times.
- Travel at appropriate vehicle speeds depending on the type of terrain, visibility conditions, operating conditions and your operating experience.
- Wear eye protection.
- Wear other personal protective equipment such as a helmet or hard hat, face protection, hearing protection, safety boots or shoes, chemical suit, respirators and gloves as needed by work location and vehicle operation.
- NEVER attempt jumps or other stunts with the vehicle. This vehicle is an ADULT VEHICLE ONLY. NEVER operate this vehicle if you are under age 16 and NEVER operate without a valid drivers license. No person under the age of 12 may ride as a passenger in this vehicle. Any passenger must be able to comfortably reach the floor and hand holds. Never permit a guest to operate this vehicle unless the guest has read this manual and all safety signs (decals). Always inspect the vehicle before each use to make sure it is in safe operating condition.
- Always follow the inspection procedures described in this manual. The Bobcat utility vehicle has an internal combustion engine with resultant heat and exhaust. All exhaust gases can kill or cause illness so use the utility vehicle with adequate ventilation.
G.B 12/03/25
