Bobcat 980 Operation & Maintenance Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
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Bobcat 980 Operation & Maintenance Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
Language : English
Pages : 76
Downloadable : Yes
File Type : PDF
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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Bobcat 980 Operation & Maintenance Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
OPERATOR SAFETY WARNINGS 2
CONTENTS 4
REFERENCE INFORMATION 4
FOREWORD 6
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS 8
Loader Serial Number 8
Engine Serial Number Location 8
DELIVERY REPORT 8
BOBCAT SKID STEER LOADER IDENTIFICATION 9
SAFETY10
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS12
Safety Is The Operator’s Responsibility12
Before Operating The Bobcat Loader13
Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator13
FIRE PREVENTION14
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS16
OPERATOR’S INSTRUCTIONS18
GETTING ON AND OFF THE LOADER18
GETTING READY FOR OPERATION18
Safety Signs (Decals)19
SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS)20
INSTRUMENT PANEL22
BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH22
THROTTLE CONTROL23
TO STOP THE ENGINE23
BRAKE / CLUTCH PEDAL23
Locking The Brake/Clutch Pedal23
Releasing The Brake / Clutch Pedal23
STEERING LEVERS24
AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS25
AUXILIARY HIGH/LOW FLOW25
HYDRAULIC CONTROLS25
Foot Pedals25
Lift Arm Operation25
Float Position25
Tilt Operation25
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE26
STARTING THE ENGINE27
Normal Starting Conditions27
Cold Temperature Starting28
Warming The Hydrostatic Transmission28
ATTACHMENTS AND BUCKETS29
Installation Of Attachment30
OPERATING PROCEDURE31
Fill The Bucket31
Emptying The Bucket32
Digging Into The Ground32
Backfilling33
PARKING THE BOBCAT LOADER33
TRANSPORTING THE BOBCAT LOADER34
TOWING THE BOBCAT LOADER34
FIRE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE36
FIRE PREVENTION MAINTENANCE38
SAFETY PROCEDURES AND EQUIPMENT39
FIRE FIGHTING39
EMERGENCY EXIT39
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE41
MAINTENANCE SAFETY42
SERVICE SCHEDULE43
LIFT ARM SUPPORT DEVICE44
SKID PLATE44
SEAT BAR SYSTEM45
Seat Bar Inspection45
Seat Bar Maintenance45
REAR DOOR46
Adjusting The Rear Door Latch46
OPERATOR CAB47
Raising The Operator Cab47
Lowering The Operator Cab47
AIR CLEANER48
FUEL SYSTEM49
Fuel Specifications49
Fuel Filters49
Removing Air From The Fuel System49
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM50
Engine Oil And Filter Replacement50
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM51
Coolant Level51
Removing Coolant From The Cooling System51
ALTERNATOR BELT51
OPERATOR CAB ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM52
ENGINE ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM53
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM54
Electrical System Service54
Using An Extra Battery (Jump Starting)54
New Battery Installation56
HYDRAULIC / HYDROSTATIC FLOW CHART57
HYDRAULIC / HYDROSTATIC SYSTEM58
Checking And Adding Fluid58
Replacement Of The Primary Filter58
Replacement Of The Secondary Filters59
Hydraulic Fluid Replacement59
FINAL DRIVE TRANSMISSION (CHAINCASE)60
Drive Chain Adjustment60
Reduction Gearcase60
PRIMARY AXLES61
TIRE MAINTENANCE61
Tire Rotation61
Wheel Nuts61
LOADER LUBRICATION62
CONTROL LEVER LOCK62
TROUBLESHOOTING63
TROUBLESHOOTING THE BOBCAT LOADER65
Troubleshooting The Engine65
Troubleshooting The Drive System66
Troubleshooting The Hydraulic System67
SPECIFICATIONS69
LOADER SPECIFICATIONS71
Operation And Performance71
Engine71
Loader Hydraulics72
Electrical72
Drive System72
Capacities72
Tires72
ADDITIONAL PUBLICATIONS73
WARRANTY75
DESCRIPTION:
Bobcat 980 Operation & Maintenance Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
SAFETY IS THE OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITY:
- The Bobcat Loader is a highly maneuverable and compact machine. In operation, it is rugged and useful under a wide variety of conditions. This presents an operator with hazards associated with off highway. rough terrain applications. The Bobcat has an internal combustion engine with resultant heat and exhaust.
- All exhaust gases can kill so the Bobcat Loader must be used with adequate ventilation. The Bobcat loader must not be used in an area with explosive dusts or gases or where the engine exhaust can contact flammable material. The dealer recommends the capabilities and restrictions of the Bobcat loader and attachments for each application.
- The dealer demonstrates the safe operation of the Bobcat loader according to manufacturer’s instructional materials which are also available to operator’s. The dealer can also identify unsafe modifications or use of unapproved attachments.
- The attachments are designed for rated capacity and secure fastening to the loader. The user must check with the dealer, or manufacturer’s literature to identify safe loads of materials of specified densities.
The following publications provide information on the safe use of the Bobcat Loader:
- The Delivery Report is used to check whether complete instructions have been given to the new owner. The Operation & Maintenance Manual delivered with every Bobcat Loader gives operating information as well as routine maintenance.
- Every Bobcat Loader has machine signs (or decals) which instruct on the safe operation and care. The complete signs and their locations are shown in the Operation & Maintenance Manual. All signs are available from your Bobcat dealer.
- The Service and Parts Manuals are an optional manual from your Bobcat dealer for use by mechanics to do shop-type service and repair work.
- The Bobcat Loader has a plastic Operator Handbook fastened to the operator cab. It has brief instructions always available to the operator.
- EMI Safety Manual.
G.B 12/03/25
