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Is it wrong if I push the clutch button when I shift from reverse to forward while operating a backhoe, and could it make the machine malfunction?

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My backhoe has a forward and reverse lever on the steering column and it is not necessary to push the clutch button. Disengage the clutch when shifting gears and ramping up the RPM'S to operate the front bucket. Mine has a clutch button on the front bucket control lever and also on the 1-4 gear selector.

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How do I unlock and shift the position of the rear bucket sideways left and right?

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There is usually an unlock switch or lever to allow movement and depending on the Manufacture one of the boom controls moved sideways or a pedal on the floor will allow sideways shift movement of rear boom.

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How do I move the backhoe boom when there's no power?

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You cannot.

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How do I extend a hoe into four wheel drive?

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There is usually a lever on the floor to shift into four-wheel, or an electric button by the steering wheel. Check your operator's manual if you cannot find it.

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Why does the motor speed lower when it has been used continuously?

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In some machines, this can happen automatically when the machine gets too hot. It down-throttles to cool down the engine. Though this mainly happens in the summertime when there are hot days and the engine needs a bit of a break. It will down throttle to a better operating temperature.

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