OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Cont’d)

Front Panel [A]

1. TRACTION LOCK OVERRIDE BUTTON – Allows you to use the steering levers to move the loader forward or backward when using the backhoe attachment or for loader service. (See Page 5.)

2. KEY SWITCH – For starting and stopping the engine.

3. TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT – Low transmission charge pressure, hydraulic filter needs replacement or high fluid temperature. Stop the engine if the light comes ON.

4. ENGINE WARNING LIGHT – Low engine oil pressure or high coolant temperature. Stop the engine if the light comes ON.

5. LIGHT SWITCH (Opt. / FA) – Controls the available work and travel lights.

6. BUCKET LEVEL SWITCH (Opt. / FA) – Controls the ON / OFF function of the available bucket position valve.

7. PREHEAT INDICATOR – The indicator light is on when the PREHEAT function (glow plugs) is operating.

8. HOURMETER – Records the total operating hours of the loader.

9. FUEL GAUGE – Shows the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.

10. VOLTMETER – Shows the condition of the battery and the rate of charge.

11. ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE – Shows the engine coolant temperature.

12. AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS SWITCH (Opt. / FA) – For engaging the available auxiliary hydraulics (front or rear).

Side Console* [B] (Later Model Loaders only)

1. REAR WIPER / WASHER (FA) – Controls operation of the available rear window wiper and washer.

2. HAZARD SWITCH / HAZARD INDICATORS (Opt. / FA) – Controls the available hazard lights. (Hazard Lights is a separate available accessory.) Both panel indicators blink for hazard condition when the hazard switch is ON. A red light indicates fuse out for taillights, headlights, work lights, etc.

3. BEACON OR STROBE SWITCH (Opt. / FA) –Controls the available flashing beacon or strobe light.

* Can be installed if you have a Deluxe Cab or a Cab Enclosure installed Opt . – Factory Installed Opt ion FA – F ield Installed Accessory – See your Bobcat loader dealer about available Field Accessories.

BOBCAT INTERLOCK CONTROL SYSTEM (BICS™)

The Bobcat Interlock Control System (BICS ™) requires the operator to be seated in the operating position with the seat bar fully lowered before the lift, tilt and traction functions can be operated. The seat belt must be fastened anytime you operate the loader.

Avoid Injury Or Death

The Bobcat Interlock Control System (BICS) must deactivate the lift, tilt and traction drive functions. If it does not, contact your dealer for service. DO NOT modify the system.

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The lift, tilt and traction drive functions are interlockedwith the seat bar. The lift and tilt functions are interlocked with the seat.

The BICS controller is located inside the cab; behind and to the right of the operator’s seat [A]

There are five green lights on the BICS controller and all must be ON to operate the loader.

The light functions are as follows [A]:

1. SEAT – ON when operator is in the seat.

2. SEAT BAR – ON when the seat bar is in down position.

3. VALVE – ON when lift and tilt hydraulic functions can be used.

4. TRACTION – ON when loader can be moved forward or backward.

5. POWER – ON when the controller is operating correctly.

NOTE: If any of the lights are off or blinking, see SYSTEMS ANALYSIS, BICS Troubleshooting Chart, Page 73; or, see BICS Inspection and Maintenance Instructions, Page 43.