Wallenstein GE605 User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Backhoe
GE 605
GX 620
GX 720
GX 920, GX 920XT
Document Number: Z97103_EnRev Sep-2019

2
rev. Nov-2018
LIMITED WARRANTY
Wallenstein products are warranted to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of
Five Years for Consumer Use
Two Years for Commercial/Rental Use
from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance with the operating
and maintenance instructions supplied with the unit. Warranty is limited to the repair of the
product and/or replacement of parts.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
Repairs must be done by an authorized dealer. Products will be returned to the dealer at the
customer’s expense. Include the original purchase receipt with any claim.
This warranty does not cover the following:
1) Normal maintenance or adjustments
2) Normal replacement of wearable and service parts
3) Consequential damage, indirect damage, or loss of profits
4) Damages resulting from:
•Misuse, negligence, accident, theft or fire
•Use of improper or insufficient fuel, fluids or lubricants
•Use of parts or aftermarket accessories other than genuine Wallenstein parts
•Modifications, alteration, tampering or improper repair performed by parties other
than an authorized dealer
•Any device or accessories installed by parties other than an authorized dealer
5) Engines. Engines are covered by the manufacturer of the engine for the warranty period
they specify. For the details of your engine warranty, see your engine owner’s manual.
Information about engine warranty and service is also available in the FAQ section at
www.wallensteinequipment.com

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WALLENSTEIN
GE & GX Series Backhoes
DELIVERY INSPECTION REPORT
 Dealer Inspection Check
GE - GX Series BackHoe
Check Hydraulic Hoses
Boom Function
Grease Zerks / Lubricate Pivot Points
Check All Fasteners
Bucket Function
Fasteners Tight
Hydraulic Controls Move Freely
Check SubFrame included
Check Oil Level in Resevoir (If so Equipped)
Review Operating and Safety Instructions
Safety Checks
All Safety Decals Installed
Guards and Shields Installed and Secured
Stabilizers Function
Retainer Installed Through Hitch Points
Hydraulic Fittings Tight - No Leaks
Hydraulic Lines Free and in Good Condition
Boom Lock Pin Installed
Review Operating and Safety Instructions
Optional Equipment (see accessories page)
Vertical Stabilizers
Ripper Tooth
Quick change bucket adapter
Street Pads
Thumb Kits
PTO Pump Kit
To activate warranty, register your product online at
www.wallensteinequipment.com
_________________________________________
Customer’s Name
_________________________________________
Contact Name
_________________________________________
Dealer Name
(_________)_______________________________
Phone Number
_________________________________________
Serial Number
__________ /__________ /__________
Delivery Date
I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the equip-
ment care, adjustments, safe operation and appli-
cable warranty policy and reviewed the manual.
_________________________________________
Dealer’s Rep. Signature
__________ /__________ /__________
Date
The product manuals have been received by me and I have been thoroughly instructed as to care, adjustments,
safe operation and applicable warranty policy.
_________________________________________
Owner's Signature
__________ /__________ /__________
Date

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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Always provide the serial number of your Wallenstein
Backhoe Attachment when ordering parts or requesting
service or other information.
Record the number in the space provided for future
reference.
Model Number _____________________________
Serial Number _____________________________
DECAL INFORMATION
As you begin to get familiar with your Wallenstein product, you will notice that there are numerous decals located
on the machine. Here is a brief explanation of what they are for and how to read them.
There are three di󰀨erent types of decals: safety, informative and product decals.
Safety Decals are pictorial with a yellow background and generally 2 panel.
The top panel shows the safety alert (the potential hazard) and the bottom
panel shows the message (how to avoid the hazard).
Safety Notice Decals are pictorial with a blue background and generally
rectangular with single or multiple symbols. The decal illustrates requirements
for safe operation (safety equipment, housekeeping etc). These decals are
accompanied by detailed instructions in the owners manual, with the decal
illustrated along side.
Informative Decals are generally pictorial with a white background and can vary to the number of panels. The
decal will illustrate the function of a feature and is accompanied by detailed instructions in the owners manual, with
the decal illustrated along side.
Product Decals are associated with the product and carry various messages (model, serial, etc).
Maintenance Decals are associated with the product and carry various messages. They are generally pictorial.
They may be round or rectangular, have a green background and can vary to the number of panels. The decal
may illustrate the type maintenance and frequency in time between services. Decals are accompanied by detailed
instructions in the owners manual, with the decal illustrated along side.
See the section on safety signs for safety decal denitions. For a complete illustration of decals and decal locations,
download the parts manual for your model product at ww.wallensteinequipment.com.
Z94207
safety alert
message
safety decal

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DELIVERY INSPECTION REPORT.......................... 3
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION.................................. 4
DECAL INFORMATION ............................................. 4
1 INTRODUCTION ........................................... 6
1. SAFETY................................................................... 7
2.1 SAFETY RULES....................................... 8
2.2 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES..... 9
2.3 SAFETY TRAINING ............................... 10
2.4 HYDRAULIC SAFETY ........................... 10
2.5 STORAGE SAFETY............................... 10
2.6 PREPARATION ...................................... 11
2.7 OPERATING SAFETY ...................................12
2.8 TRANSPORT SAFETY.......................... 13
2.9 MAINTENANCE SAFETY...................... 13
2.10 BACKHOE SAFETY............................... 14
2.10.1 WORK ZONE: ........................................ 14
2.10.2 SAFE ZONE: ......................................... 14
2.10.3 SAFE USE: ............................................ 15
2.11 SIGN-OFF FORM................................... 16
3 SAFETY SIGNS........................................... 17
3.1 REPLACING DAMAGED SAFETY
SIGNS................................................................... 17
3.2 SAFETY SIGN EXPLANATIONS:......... 17
3.3 SAFETY SIGN LOCATION.................... 18
4 OPERATION ................................................ 19
4.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER
............................................................................... 19
4.2 MACHINE COMPONENTS ................... 20
4.3 MACHINE BREAK-IN............................. 21
4.4 TRAINING:.............................................. 21
4.5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST............ 21
4.6 EQUIPMENT MATCHING ..................... 22
4.7 PREPARATION AND ASSEMBLY......... 23
4.7.1 FOUR POINT OR BELLY MOUNT SUB-
FRAME KIT........................................................... 23
4.7.2 TIEBACK KIT ......................................... 23
4.7.3 BACKHOE MOUNTING......................... 24
4.8 CONTROLS............................................ 25
4.8.1 MAIN BOOM CONTROL: ...................... 25
4.8.4 STABILIZER CONTROLS: .................... 25
4.8.2 DIPPER BOOM AND BUCKET CON-
TROL:.................................................................... 25
4.8.3 BOOM SWING VALVE:.......................... 25
4.8.5 GX920XT EXTENDIBLE DIPPER CON-
TROL:.................................................................... 26
4.9 MACHINE SETUP.................................. 27
5 FIELD OPERATION .................................... 28
5.1 PREPARE ............................................... 28
5.1.2 STOPPING THE MACHINE .................. 29
5.1.3 STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY ......... 29
5.1.4 JOB SITE ................................................ 29
5.2 BEGIN WORK PROCEDURE .............. 31
5.2.1 DIGGING SITE ...................................... 31
5.2.2 DIGGING ACTION ................................ 31
5.2.3 TRENCHING .......................................... 32
5.2.4 DIGGING ON SLOPES ......................... 33
5.2.5 BACKFILLING ........................................ 34
5.2.6 HARD GROUND ................................... 34
6 TRANSPORTING........................................ 35
7 STORAGE.................................................... 36
7.1 PLACING IN STORAGE........................ 36
7.2 REMOVING FROM STORAGE............. 36
8 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE................ 37
8.1 SERVICE ................................................ 37
8.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................. 37
8.1.2 GREASING............................................. 37
8.1.3 SERVICING INTERVALS ...................... 37
8.1.4 SERVICE ILLUSTRATION .................... 38
8.2.2 GX920XT DIPPER BOOM EXTENDER:
............................................................................... 39
8.2 MAINTENANCE ..................................... 39
8.2.1 GX920XT DIPPER EXTENDER CON-
TROL:.................................................................... 39
8.2.3 BUCKET TEETH: ................................... 40
8.2.4 BUCKET REMOVAL: ............................. 40
8.2.5 SERVICE RECORD............................... 41
9 TROUBLE SHOOTING............................... 42
10 SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 44
10.1 MECHANICAL ........................................ 44
10.2 BOLT TORQUE ...................................... 45
10.3 HYDRAULIC FITTING TORQUE .......... 46
11 ACCESSORIES........................................... 47
12 INDEX........................................................... 49

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1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of a Wallenstein
Backhoe! This equipment has been designed and
manufactured to meet the needs of a discerning
property owner planning on digging, excavating or
trenching.
Designed for sub-compact, compact utility tractors, and
skidsteers, Wallenstein gives you precision and power
at your ngertips. Digging depths range from 6'-4" to
11'-4" depending on your backhoe model. Wallenstein
is a rugged backhoe that’s ready to sink its teeth into
any task you give it, from landscaping to concrete
footings.
The over-arching design of the new curved boom
allows a deep dig without impacting the edge of
the excavation. This protects the backhoe from
unnecessary damage and prevents ground from falling
back into the hole. The 920XT features an extendible
boom, capable of hydraulically extending an extra 24".
Safe, e󰀩cient and trouble free operation of your
Wallenstein Backhoe requires that you and anyone else
who will be operating or maintaining the machine, read
and understand the Safety, Operation, Maintenance
and Trouble Shooting information contained within the
Operator's Manual.
The tractor must have a front bucket loader installed
before installing the subframe and backhoe. The front
loader is required to o󰀨set the weight of the backhoe,
as well as provide the stability required to operate the
backhoe safely.
This manual covers Models GE605, GX620, GX720,
GX920 and GX920XT manufactured by Wallenstein
Equipment Inc.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and
to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your
Wallenstein dealer or the Distributor if you need
assistance, information or additional copies of the
manuals.
OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions left, right,
front and rear, as mentioned throughout this manual,
are determined when sitting in the operator's seat and
facing toward the boom.

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1. SAFETY
1.1 Safety Alert Symbol
This Safety Alert Symbol means:
ATTENTION! BE ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The Safety Alert Symbol identies important safety
messages on the Wallenstein Wood Processor and
in the manual.
When you see this symbol, be alert to the
possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the
instructions in the safety message.
1.2 Signal Words
The signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION
determine the seriousness level of the warning
messages in this manual. The appropriate signal word
for each message in this manual has been selected
using the following guidelines:
DANGER –
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme
situations typically for machine components which, for
functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING –
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed when guards are
removed. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
CAUTION –
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT – To avoid confusing equipment
protection with personal safety messages, a signal
word IMPORTANT indicates a situation that if not
avoided, could result in damage to the machine.
NOTE: (plus text) – indicates an additional
explanation for an element of information.

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SAFETY
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your Wallenstein Backhoe Attachment. YOU
must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to use, maintain or work around the Backhoe be familiar with
the using and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual. This manual
will take you step-by-step through your working day and alerts you to all good safety practices that should be used
while using the Backhoe.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people around you.
Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE using this equipment is
familiar with the recommended using and maintenance procedures and follows all the safety precautions. Most
accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
• DO read and understand all safety signs located
on the machine before using, maintaining, adjust-
ing or cleaning the skidding winch.
• DO inspect and secure all guards before starting.
• DO wear appropriate protective gear. This list
includes but is not limited to:
•A hard hat
•Heavy gloves
•Hearing Protection
•Protective shoes with
slip resistant soles
•Protective glasses,
goggles or face
shield
• DO set Safe Condition
procedure before any
service, maintenance
work or storage preparation.
Safe Condition involves the following procedure:
• shut o󰀨 hydraulics
• shut o󰀨 the engine
• ensure all components have stopped moving
• remove and pocket the ignition key
• ensure boom and swivel pins are in place, or
bucket is resting on the ground
• DO check hoses and booms that they are clear of
debris prior to starting the machine
• DO think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
• DO NOT operate the backhoe without the toplink
installed. Belly-mount subframes in particular,
MUST have the toplink installed between the trac-
tor and the backhoe.
• Know your controls and how to stop engine and
attachment quickly in an emergency.
• Power unit must be equipped with ROPS (Roll
Over Protection System) or ROPS cab. Falling o󰀨
power unit can result in death from being run over
or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in ‘locked
up’ position at all times.
2.1 SAFETY RULES
• DO give operating instructions to operators or
employees before allowing them to operate the
machine, and REVIEW annually thereafter.
• DO read and understand ALL Safety and Operat-
ing instructions in the manual and follow them.
Most accidents can be avoided.
The most important safety de-
vice on this equipment is a SAFE
operator.
• DO NOT expect a person who
has not read and understood all use and safety
instructions to operate the machine. An untrained
operator is not qualied and exposes himself and
bystanders to possible serious injury or death. It is
the owners responsibility to the operator to ensure
familiarity and understanding of the machine.
• DO wear suitable ear protection for prolonged
exposure to excessive noise.
• DO NOT modify the equipment in any way. Unau-
thorized modication may impair the function and/
or safety and could a󰀨ect the life of the equipment.
• DO NOT allow riders.
• DO NOT risk injury or death by ignoring good
safety practices.
• DO review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will operating or maintaining the
equipment.
• DO have a rst-aid kit available
for use should the need arise and
know how to use it.
• DO have a re extinguisher avail-
able for use should the need arise and
know how to use it.

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CAUTION
Operation Hazard
Wallenstein backhoes are designed
to operate at a specic ow rate. Operating the
backhoe above the specied ow rate will cause
damage to the seals and will void the warranty.
GE605 3.5-6 gpm (13.3-22.8 Lpm)
GX Series 5-7 gpm (18.9-26.5 Lpm)
CAUTION
Operation Hazard
Wallenstein backhoes have been designed
to rigidly attach to the frame of the tractor / skidsteer.
Operating the tractors hydraulic 3 point hitch
or bucket/loader controls on a skidsteer while
the backhoe is attached should be avoided
and will cause damage to the tractor subframe
/ skidsteer tieback.
2.2 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES
Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the main concerns in designing and developing equipment. However,
every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful
approach to handling equipment. You, the operator, can avoid many accidents by observing the following precautions
in this section. To avoid personal injury or death, study the following precautions and insist those working with you,
or for you to follow them.
1. In order to provide a better view, certain photographs
or illustrations in this manual may show an assembly
with a safety shield removed. However, equipment
should never be used in this condition. Keep all
shields in place. If shield removal becomes necessary
for repairs, replace the shield prior to use.
2. Replace any safety sign or instruction sign that is
not readable or is missing. Location of such safety
signs is indicated in this manual.
3. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can
hinder alertness or coordination while using this
equipment. Consult your doctor about using this
machine while taking prescription medications.
4. Under no circumstances should young children
be allowed to work with this equipment. Do not
allow persons to use or assemble this unit until
they have read this manual and have developed a
thorough understandingof the safetyprecautions
and of how it works. Review the safety instructions
with all users annually.
5. This equipment is dangerous to children and persons
unfamiliar with its operation. The operator should be
a responsible, properly trained and physically able
person familiar with machinery and trained in this
equipment's operations. If the elderly are assisting
with work, their physical limitations need to be
recognized and accommodated.
6. Mount the machine only on a tractor equipped with
an approved (ROPS) Roll Over Protective Structure
and a front loader installed. Always wear your seat
belt when operating the tractor. Serious injury or
even death could result from falling o󰀨 the tractor
—particularly during a turnover when the operator
could be pinned under the ROPS or the tractor.
7. Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery. If
its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question
- DON'T TRY IT.
8. Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized
modication may result in serious injury or death and
may impair the function and life of the equipment.
9. In addition to the design and conguration of this
implement, including Safety Signs and Safety
Equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence, and proper training of personnel involved
in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage
of the machine. Refer also to Safety Messages and
operation instruction in each of the appropriate
sections of the tractor and machine manuals. Pay
close attention to the Safety Signs a󰀩xed to the
tractor and the machine.
10. Safe Condition involves the following procedure:
• Shut o󰀨 hydraulics.
• Shut o󰀨 the engine.
• Ensure all components have stopped moving.
• Remove and pocket the ignition key.
• Ensure boom and swivel pins are in place, or
bucket is resting on the ground.
Safe Condition procedure should be performed
before any service, maintenance work or storage
preparation.
NOTICE
When mounting a GE605 or GX620 backhoe to a skid steer that has a ow rate greater than 8 GPM (32 Lpm),
BFC501 Flow Divider Kit is required to prevent damage to the seals and voiding the warranty.
Do not run the skid steer in high ow mode.

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2.3 SAFETY TRAINING
1. Safety is a primary concern in the design and
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately,
our e󰀨orts to provide safe equipment can
be wiped out by a single careless act of an
operator or bystander.
2. In addition to the design and conguration of
equipment, hazard control and accident pre-
vention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance and storage of this equipment.
3. It has been said, "The best safety feature is
an informed, careful operator."
We ask you to be that kind of
an operator. It is the operator's
responsibility to read and un-
derstand ALL Safety and Using
instructions in the manual and to follow these.
Accidents can be avoided.
4. Working with unfamiliar equipment can
lead to careless injuries. Read this manual
before assembly or using, to acquaint
yourself with the machine. If this machine
is used by any person other than yourself,
or is loaned or rented, it is the machine
owner's responsibility to make certain that
the operator, prior to using:
• Reads and understands the operator's
manuals.
• Is instructed in safe and proper use of
the equipment.
• Understands and knows how to perform
the "Safe Condition" procedure:
• shut o󰀨 hydraulics
• shut o󰀨 the engine
• ensure all components have stopped moving
• remove and pocket the ignition key
• ensure boom and swivel pins are in place,
or bucket is resting on the ground
5. Train all new personnel and review instruc-
tions frequently with existing workers. Be
certain only a properly trained and physically
able person will use the machinery. A person
who has not read and understood all use
and safety instructions is not qualied to use
the machine. An untrained operator exposes
himself and bystanders to possible serious
injury or death. If the elderly are assisting with
the work, their physical limitations need to be
recognized and accommodated.
6. Know your controls and how to stop tractor
and machine quickly in an emergency. Read
this manual and the one provided with tractor.
2.4 HYDRAULIC SAFETY
1. Make sure that all the
components in the hy-
draulic system are kept
in good condition and are
clean.
2. Before applying pressure
to the system, make sure
all components are tight,
and that lines, hoses and
couplings are not dam-
aged.
3. Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the
hydraulic lines, ttings or hoses by using
tapes, clamps or cements. The hydraulic sys-
tem operates under extremely high pressure.
Such repairs will fail suddenly and create a
hazardous and unsafe Condition.
4. Wear proper hand and eye protection when
searching for a high pressure hydraulic leak.
Use a piece of wood or cardboard as a back-
stop instead of hands to isolate and identify a
leak.
5. If injured by a concentrated high-pressure
stream of hydraulic uid, seek medical atten-
tion immediately. Serious infection or toxic
reaction can develop from hydraulic uid
piercing the skin surface.
6. Relieve pressure on hydraulic system before
maintaining or working on system.
2.5 STORAGE SAFETY
1. Store the unit in an area away from human
activity.
2. Do not children to play on or around the
stored machine.
3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the
frame with planks if required.

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2.6 PREPARATION
1. Never use the engine and machine until you
have read and completely understand this
manual, the Tractor Operator's Manual and
each of the Safety Messages found on the
safety signs on the tractor and machine.
2. Personal protection equipment (PPE) includ-
ing hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes,
and gloves are recommended during assem-
bly, installation, operation, adjustment, main-
taining, repairing,
removal, cleaning,
or moving the unit.
Do not allow long
hair, loose tting
clothing or jewel-
lery to be around
equipment.
3. PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE
MAY CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING
LOSS!
4. Power equipment with or with-
out equipment attached can
often be noisy enough to cause
permanent, partial hearing loss.
We recommend that you wear
hearing protection on a full-time
basis if the noise in the Operator's position ex-
ceeds 80db. Noise over 85db on a long-term
basis can cause severe hearing loss. Noise
over 90db adjacent to the Operator over a
long-term basis may cause permanent, total
hearing loss. NOTE: Hearing loss from loud
noise (from tractors, chain saws, radios, and
other such sources close to the ear) is cumu-
lative over a lifetime without hope of natural
recovery.
5. Clear working area of stones, branches or
hidden obstacles that might be hooked or
snagged, causing injury or damage.
6. Operate the machine only
with a tractor equipped
with an approved Roll-
Over-Protective Structure
(ROPS). Always wear
your seat belt when oper-
ating the tractor. Serious
injury or even death could
result from falling o󰀨 the
tractor, particularly during a turnover when the
operator could be pinned under the ROPS or
the tractor.
7. Do not install backhoe and required coun-
terweights on tractor if the total tractor and
equipment weight then exceeds the ROPS
weight certication of the tractor.
8. Review maps of underground utilities before
starting to dig. Remove all sticks, stones,
roots, and wires from working area before
starting. Take care not to contact overhead
and underground obstructions during opera-
tion.
9. Keep boom and bucket away from overhead
and underground power lines. Electrocution
can occur without direct contact with an over-
head power line.
10. Operate only in daylight or good articial light.
11. Be sure machine is properly mounted, adjust-
ed and in good operating condition.
12. Ensure that all safety shielding and safety
signs are properly installed and in good condi-
tion.

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2.7 OPERATING SAFETY
1. Please remember it is important that you read
and heed the safety signs on the Backhoe.
Clean or replace all safety signs if they cannot
be clearly read and understood. They are there
for your safety, as well as the safety of others.
The safe use of this machine is strictly up to
you, the operator.
2. All things with moving parts are potentially
hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious,
safe-minded operator who recognizes potential
hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
The manufacturer has designed this Backhoe to
be used with all its safety equipment properly
attached, to minimize the chance of accidents.
Study this manual to make sure you have all
safety equipment attached.
3. If a safety shield or guard is removed for any
reason, it must be replaced before the machine
is again operated.
4. Attach the tractor side plate to reinforce the
frame if required. Do not overload the tractor
frame.
5. Ensure subframe is rmly attached and all
hardware is torqued to specications to prevent
backhoe from moving when digging.
6. Have an underground utility locating/marking
service survey the area before digging.
7. Keep boom and bucket away from overhead
and underground power lines and utilities.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact
with an overhead power line.
8. Remove all sticks, stones, roots, wires or debris
from working area before starting.
9. Never operate controls from the ground.
Operate only from the operator's seat to prevent
unexpected boom movement that can lead to
crushing between frame members.
10. Do not dig under machine or stabilizers.Acave-in
could result and the machine could fall into the
excavation.
11. Do not exceed machine lift capacity. Overloading
can cause structural damage and lead to unsafe
operating conditions.
12. Position Backhoe so that loads extend directly
behind machine when lifting or placing heavy
objects.
13. When digging or lifting, Be aware of overhead
obstructions such as:
• Power lines
• Telephone lines
• Tree branches
• Roof overhang
• Washlines, ropes or cables.
14. Do not allow riders on this machine at any time.
There is no safe place for any riders.
15. Never carry, lift or move people on boom or
bucket.
16. Always use two people to handle heavy, unwieldy
components or accessories during assembly,
installation, removal or moving.
17. Never place any part of your body where it would
be in danger if movement should occur during
assembly, installation, operation, maintaining,
repairing, removal or moving.
18. Do not walk or work under a raised machine or
attachment unless it is securely blocked or held in
position. Do not depend on the tractor hydraulic
system to hold the machine or attachment in
place.
19. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
can hinder alertness or coordination while
operating this equipment. Consult your doctor
about operating this machine while taking
prescription medications.
20. Before you operate the machine, check over
all hydraulic lines, hoses, connections and
components. Replace any worn or damaged
parts immediately. Tighten all leaking ttings.
21. Keep hands, feet, hair, jewellery, and clothing
away from all moving and/or rotating parts.
22. Review safety and operating instructions
annually.
23. A front is loader is required to counter-balance
backhoe and provide stability. Unbalanced
machines can tip during operation.
24. Carefully lower stabilizers and front bucket
to the ground to stabilize the machine before
starting to dig.
25. For maximum stability the tractor wheels must
be resting on the ground during operation, using
the backhoe with wheels raised up could result in
serious injury or death and may cause damage
to the machine.
WARNING!
Underground Utility Hazard!
Contacting underground utilities
can cause electrocution. Have
an underground utility locating/
marking service survey the area
before digging.

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2.9 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor
maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
2. Follow good shop practices.
• Keep service
area clean and
dry.
• Be sure electri-
cal outlets and
tools are properly
grounded.
• Use adequate
light for the job at
hand.
3. Make sure there is
plenty of ventilation. Never operate the tractor in
a closed building. The exhaust fumes will cause
asphyxiation.
4. Place the backhoe in a Safe Condition by per-
forming the following:
• shut o󰀨 hydraulics
• shut o󰀨 the engine
• ensure all components have stopped moving
• remove and pocket the ignition key
• ensure boom and swivel pins are in place, or
bucket is resting on the ground
5. Never work under equipment unless it is blocked
securely.
6. Use personal protection devices such as eye,
hand and hearing protectors, when performing
any service or maintenance work.
7. Where replacement parts are necessary for peri-
odic maintenance and servicing, genuine factory
replacement parts must be used to restore your
equipment to original specications. The manufac-
turer will not be responsible for injuries or dam-
ages caused by use of unapproved parts and/or
accessories.
8. A re extinguisher and rst
aid kit should be kept readily
accessible while performing
maintenance on this equip-
ment.
9. Periodically tighten all bolts,
nuts and screws and check that all fasteners are
properly torqued.
10. When completing a maintenance or service func-
tion, make sure all safety shields and devices are
installed before placing unit in service.
2.8 TRANSPORT SAFETY
1. Comply with provincial / state and local laws
governing safety and transporting of machinery on
public roads.
2. The use of ashing amber lights is acceptable in
most localities. However some localities prohibit
their use. Local laws should be checked for all
highway lighting and marking requirements.
3. At all times, when driving the tractor and equip-
ment on the road or highway under 20 mph (32
km/h) use ashing amber warning lights and a
slow moving vehicle (SMV) identication emblem.
Do not exceed 20 mph (32 km/h). Reduce speed
on rough roads and surfaces.
4. Plan your route to avoid heavy tra󰀩c.
5. Do not drink and drive.
6. Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to
oncoming tra󰀩c in all situations, including narrow
bridges, intersections, etc. Watch for tra󰀩c when
operating near or crossing roadways.
7. Turn into curves or go up or down hills only at a
low speed and a gradual steering angle. Make
certain that at least 20% of the tractor's weight
is on the front wheels to maintain safe steerage.
Slow down on rough or uneven ground.
8. Never allow riders on either tractor or machine.
9. Ensure the backhoe is in transport mode: main
boom and boom swivel pins and retainers in-
stalled before transporting.
Boom Swivel
Pin
Main Boom
Pin

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While using your backhoe be aware of bystanders in the area, set up your work zone and safety zone ac-
cording to your model specications.
2.10.1 WORK ZONE:
Follow these important points to keep operators and workers safe from potential hazards.
• Operator safety zone is in the operators seat. Always operate the backhoe controls from the opera-
tors seat.
• Always be aware of the position of the boom and material being handled.
• Always be aware of bystanders & workers when lowering the stabilizers, ensure they are in the safe
zone.
• Always be aware of hazards when
excavating, inspect your work zone
to take these hazards into account:
• underground utilities
• tree roots
• structures close to the excavation
site
• excavating on a slope
• excavating too close to the stabi-
lizers
• Always be aware of overhead haz-
ards. Modify your work zone to take
these hazards into account:
• telephone lines
• tree branches
• roof overhang
• washlines, ropes or cables
• power lines—maintain a 50 ft
(15 m) distance. Electrocution
can occur without direct contact
(arcing).
2.10.2 SAFE ZONE:
Injury may occur from heavy material falling / dropping or large material on a rotating boom creates a col-
lision hazard if workers or bystanders are inside the working zone. Follow these important points to keep
workers and bystanders safe from potential hazards:
• Operator safety zone is in the operators seat. Always operate the backhoe controls from the opera-
tors seat.
• A 3 m (10') radius work zone perimeter should be established, and clearly marked with safety cones.
• A 1 m (3') radius around the stabilizers should be established, and clearly marked with safety cones.
• Workers and bystanders should never approach the backhoe while in operation with out rst signal-
ling the operator.
• Always know where all workers and bystanders are located when operating the backhoe.
• All bystanders should be kept outside of the work zone until the machine is in safe mode:
• the worker has made eye contact with the backhoe operator.
• backhoe is in transport position, or backhoe bucket is resting on the ground.
• shut o󰀨 the engine.
2.10 BACKHOE SAFETY
150° - 180°
12’
3.7 meters
12’
3.7 meters
3’
1 meter
3’
1 meter
Safe Zone
Work Zone
Work Zone / Safe Zone
Work Zone
Safe Zone
Safe Zone Safe Zone
CAUTION
Operation Hazard
Under certain conditions it is possible to contact the
stabilizers with the bucket. Be aware of the location of the bucket
and the 3 ft (1 m) safety zone around the stabilizers.

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2.10.3 SAFE USE:
Injury may occur from improper placement of
the backhoe in the work area, operator, workers
or bystanders in the area could be injured. Fol-
low these important points to keep workers and
bystanders safe from potential hazards:
Use extreme caution when excavating on a slope,:
• always lower the stabilizers and bucket, if the
ground is soft use pads or timbers under the
stabilizers.
• do not attempt to begin excavating on a slope
while the backhoe is positioned on an angle,
danger of tip over is much greater since the
center of gravity moves to the down side of
the backhoe.
• refrain from swinging the boom to the down-
side of the hill, danger of tip over is much
greater since the center of gravity moves to
the further to the downside of the backhoe as
swing increases.
• do level the backhoe using the stabilizers so
the center of gravity is closer to the middle of
the backhoe, making the backhoe more stable
during excavating (ensure all four wheels are
touching the ground).
• for greatest stability, swing the boom upside
the slope, but if swing downside is required,
do so with extreme caution and swing only as
far as necessary to dump the bucket.
When excavating be aware:
• always lower the stabilizers and bucket, if the
ground is soft use pads or timbers under the
stabilizers.
• do not undercut your stabilizers, this could
cause the stabilizer to give way and the back-
hoe will tip into the excavation.
• know before hand of buried cable and utilities
• be aware of overhead hazards, utility lines
tree's etc.
When using the backhoe for lifting:
• always lower the stabilizers when lifting.
• do not lift objects that are beyond the lifting
limits of the backhoe.
• when moving a load, travel slowly and be
aware of objects and people along the travel
path, use a tag line to keep the load from
swinging.
Danger:
tip hazard
Safe work
Danger: undercut
Danger:
underground utilities

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2.11 SIGN-OFF FORM
Wallenstein follows the general Safety Standards
specied by the American Society of Agricultural and
Biological Engineers (ASABE) and the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who
will be using and/or maintaining the Backhoe must read
and clearly understand ALL Safety, Usage and Mainte-
nance information presented in this manual.
Do not use or allow anyone else to use this Backhoe
until such information has been reviewed. Annually
review this information before the season start-up.
Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERA-
TION a standard practice for all of your equipment. We
feel that an untrained operator is unqualied to use this
machine.
A sign-o󰀨 sheet is provided for your record keeping to
show that all personnel who will be working with the
equipment have read and understand the information in
the Operator’s Manual and have been instructed in the
operation of the equipment.
EMPLOYEES SIGNATURE EMPLOYERS SIGNATURE
SIGN-OFF FORM
DATE

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3 SAFETY SIGNS
Caution: be aware of buried utilities (cable,
pipes, electrical conduit) damage to the
backhoe or injury could result
Caution: read and understand ALL safety
and operating instructions in the manual,
read and understand ALL safety decals
located on the machine. The most important
safety device on this equipment is an in-
formed SAFE operator.
3.2 SAFETY SIGN EXPLANATIONS:
3.1 REPLACING DAMAGED SAFETY
SIGNS
• Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
• Replace safety signs that are missing or have
become illegible.
• Parts that were replaced with a safety decal on
them must also have the safety sign replaced.
• Replacement safety signs are available from your
authorized Distributor, Dealer Parts Department, or
Wallenstein Equipment.
Procedure
1. Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.
2. Be sure temperature is above 50 °F (10 °C).
3. Determine exact position before removing from the
backing paper.
4. Pull the decal o󰀨 the backing sheet, align the sign
over the specied area, then carefully press the
exposed sticky backing in place.
5. Use a piece of the backing paper to smooth the
decal out, pressing from the center outwards.
6. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and
smoothed out using the piece of sign backing
paper.
Caution: Hydraulic uid under pressure, do
not check for leaks with you hand or ngers
when the system is pressurized. Serious
injury will result. Concealed hydraulic con-
nection: use caution when removing panels
or guards.
Caution: Personal Protection Equipment
(PPE) is required when operating this ma-
chine. Failure to wear PPE will result in
personal injury
Warning! Risk of crushing
injury or death. Do not operate
the backhoe without the toplink
installed. Digging forces can thrust
backhoe upward, forward, or
rearward.
Z94244
Z94248
Z94249
Z94112
Z94113 Caution: Before performing any service or
repairs, ensure backhoe is in transport mode
and boom pins are in place, or bucket is rest-
ing on the ground
Caution: Be aware of and keep 15 meters
(50 ft) or more away from overhead electrical
cables. Serious injury or death from electro-
cution could occur. Electrocution is possible
with out direct contact (arcing).
Caution: be aware of collision / pinch haz-
ards from moving parts: boom, grapple, and
stabilizers.
Caution: be aware of collision hazard of an
unsecured boom. Install main boom and boom
swivel lock pin to prevent injury from potential
movement of the boom during transport.

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REMEMBER - If safety signs have been
damaged, removed, become illegible or
parts replaced without safety signs, new
signs must be applied. New safety signs
are available from your authorized dealer.
Z94113
Z94167 Z94244
Z94248
Z94249
Z94113
Z94112
Z94239
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good
safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the
area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
3.3 SAFETY SIGN LOCATION

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4 OPERATION
The Wallenstein Backhoes are a light duty ma-
chine that attaches to the subframe of a sub-com-
pact, compact or utility tractor, or a mini skidsteer
or skidsteer and can be used for all light duty
digging, trenching and excavating. Be familiar with
the machine before starting.
It is the responsibility of the owner or opera-
tor to read this manual and to train all other
operators before they start working with the
machine. Follow all safety instructions exactly.
Safety is everyone's business. By following
recommended procedures, a safe working
environment is provided for the operator,
bystanders and the area around the work site.
Untrained operators are not qualied to use
the machine.
Many features incorporated into this machine
are the result of suggestions made by custom-
ers like you. Read this manual carefully to learn
how to use the Backhoe safely and how to set it
to provide maximum eld e󰀩ciency. By following
the using instructions in conjunction with a good
maintenance program, your Backhoe will provide
many years of trouble-free service.
4.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER
OPERATING SAFETY
1. Please remember it is important that you read and
heed the safety signs on the Backhoe.
2. Ensure subframe is rmly attached and all hardware
is torqued to specications to prevent Backhoe from
moving when digging.
3. Attach the tractor side plate to reinforce the frame if
required. Do not overload the tractor frame.
4. Review maps of underground utilities before start-
ing to dig. Remove all sticks, stones, roots, and
wires from working area before starting. Take care
not to contact overhead and underground obstruc-
tions during operation.
5. Never operate controls from the ground. Operate
only from the operator's seat to prevent unexpected
boom movement that can lead to crushing between
frame members.
6. Do not dig under machine or stabilizers. A cave-in
could result and the machine could fall into the
excavation.
7. Lower stabilizers to the ground to support machine
before starting to dig.
8. Do not exceed machine lift capacity. Overloading
can cause structural damage and lead to unsafe
operating conditions.
9. Position Backhoe so that loads extend directly be-
hind machine when lifting or placing heavy objects.
10. Never carry, lift or move people on boom or bucket.
11. Never place any part of your body where it would
be in danger if movement should occur during as-
sembly, installation, operation, maintaining, repair-
ing, removal or moving.
12. Do not walk or work under a raised machine or
attachment unless it is securely blocked or held
in position. Do not depend on the tractor hydraulic
system to hold the machine or attachment in place.
13. Do not allow riders on this machine at any time.
There is no safe place for any riders.
14. Before you operate the machine, check over all hy-
draulic lines, hoses, connections and components.
Replace any worn or damaged parts immediately.
Tighten all leaking ttings.
15. Do not allow anyone who is not familiar with the
safety rules and operation instructions to use this
machine. Review safety instructions annually.
NOTICE
Wallenstein backhoes are designed to operate at a specic ow rate. Operating the backhoe above the
specied ow rate will cause damage to the seals and will void the warranty.
GE605 3.5-6 gpm (13.3-22.8 Lpm)
GX Series 5-7 gpm (18.9-26.5 Lpm)
NOTICE
When mounting a GE605 or GX620 backhoe to a skid steer that has a ow rate greater than 8 GPM
(32 Lpm), BFC501 Flow Divider Kit is required to prevent damage to the seals and voiding the warranty.

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4.2 MACHINE COMPONENTS
Wallenstein Backhoe attachments are designed to work with sub compact tractors and mini skidsteers. Featur-
ing heavy duty components for maximum performance with light duty backhoe jobs.
Options available include hydraulic pump and oil reservoir, street pads, operators seat (GE605), & bucket
thumb (see accessories page).
Power to drive the backhoe is provided through the hydraulic lines, which connected to the tractors rear
hydraulic ports. Optimum ow is 5 gpm (gpm range: 3.5 - 6) for GE & 5-7 gpm (18.9-26.5 Lpm) for GX series
Dipper
Boom
Main Boom
Cylinder
Stabilizer Leg
Cylinder
Control
Panel
Bucket
Bucket
Cylinder
Manual
Tube
(Front tower on
GE605)
Boom Swing
Cylinder(s)
Stabilizer
Leg
Main Hydraulic
Lines
Main Frame
Slow Moving
Vehicle sign
(SMV)
Dipper
Boom
Cylinder
Boom
Swivel Pin
Pin Storage
Pin Storage
Main Boom
Extendable
Dipper Boom
(GX920XT)
Main Boom
Pin Lock
Right Step
(except GE605)
Left Step
(except GE605)
Stabilizer
Foot
Operators Seat
(optional on GE605)