Make:
Bobcat (Melroe Company)
Model variant:
Skid Steer Loader
Production years covered:
Early 1960s through 1970s production run — refer to manual for exact serial-number breakpoints
Machine type:
Rubber-tire skid steer loader
Manual type:
Operation, Service and Repair Workshop Manual
Publisher:
OEM / factory-derived service literature
Delivery:
Instant digital download
Target audience:
Skid steer owners, fleet mechanics, technicians, and DIY repair enthusiasts
Intended use:
Professional-grade repair procedures, diagnostics, and maintenance reference
Coverage depth:
Factory-level repair procedures and technical specifications rather than generic overviews
Diagnostics:
Symptom-based flowcharts with electrical testing procedures
Service data:
All factory torque specs, tolerances, wear limits, and special tool numbers included
Portability:
Single searchable PDF usable on Windows PC, Mac, tablets and smartphones
Searchable text:
Yes — zoom, print and bookmarked chapters
Re-download access:
Available anytime after purchase
Coverage areas:
General information, maintenance, engine, transmission and drivetrain, electrical, brakes, suspension and steering, cooling and heating, fuel system, troubleshooting
Model coverage:
310 Skid Steer Loader with applicable engine and configuration variants
Model-year applicability:
Refer to manual for specific model-year applicability
Page count:
N/A - not specified for this product listing
Manual type:
Operation, Service and Repair Workshop Manual
File format:
PDF (searchable, zoomable, printable, bookmarked)
Delivery method:
Instant digital download — no shipping, no waiting
General information:
Specifications, safety warnings and maintenance schedules
Engine:
Complete overhaul — disassembly, inspection and rebuild
Transmission and drivetrain:
Service procedures and component repair
Electrical system:
Diagnostics and repair, including wiring diagrams and schematics
Brake system:
Inspection and service procedures
Suspension and steering:
Component service for the machine's drive and control systems
Cooling and heating:
Service and repair procedures
Fuel system:
Maintenance and repair procedures
Hydraulic system:
Loader lift, tilt and drive circuit coverage — refer to manual for model-specific detail
Step-by-step procedures:
Disassembly, inspection, repair and reassembly with tool usage illustrations
Diagnostic flowcharts:
Symptom-based troubleshooting and diagnostic trees
Electrical testing:
Multimeter procedures and component function verification
Adjustments:
Specified adjustments with factory values and tolerances
Wear inspection:
Allowable tolerances and wear limits for all components
Factory specifications:
All factory specifications, tolerances and wear limits
Torque values:
Tightening torque for all fasteners included
Special tools:
Special service tool numbers with illustrations
Parts diagrams:
Exploded-view diagrams with OEM part numbers
Component identification:
Identification and location guides for major assemblies
Wiring documentation:
Detailed wiring diagrams and electrical schematics
Searchable:
Yes — full-text searchable PDF
Printing:
Printable for shop use
Device support:
Windows PC, Mac, tablets and smartphones
Re-download:
Access again anytime after purchase
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine family:
Air-cooled gasoline industrial engine — refer to manual for the specific engine fitted to each machine
Displacement:
N/A - refer to manual for detailed specifications
Configuration:
N/A - refer to manual for detailed specifications
Fuel system:
Carbureted gasoline system — refer to manual for adjustment procedures
Cooling:
Air-cooled with forced-air fan and cooling shrouds
Lubrication:
Pressure lubrication with oil filter — verify oil type and capacity in the manual
Torque specifications:
Factory tightening torques for all fasteners included in the manual
Tolerances and wear limits:
Included for all internally inspected components
Engine overhaul:
Disassembly, inspection, machine work guidance and rebuild procedures included
Special tools:
Service tool numbers called out with illustrations
Standard transmission:
Hydrostatic drive with independent left and right wheel motors — refer to manual for specific pump and motor details
Final drive:
Chain-driven final drive from hydrostatic motors to the wheels
Control type:
Twin lever steering and direction control at the operator station
Fluid specifications:
Hydraulic/hydrostatic fluid type and capacity — refer to manual for the applicable specification
Diagnostics:
Flow and pressure test procedures with symptom-based troubleshooting
Service procedures:
Pump, motor, chain case and linkage service covered in the drivetrain section
Torque values:
Fastener and hydraulic fitting torques included
Wheelbase:
N/A - not specified in the source listing; see manual for machine dimensions
Overall length:
N/A - not specified in the source listing; see manual for machine dimensions
Overall width:
N/A - not specified in the source listing; see manual for machine dimensions
Overall height:
N/A - not specified in the source listing; see manual for machine dimensions
Curb weight:
N/A - not specified in the source listing; see manual for machine weight and rated operating capacity
Rated operating capacity:
Refer to the machine's load rating decal and manual specifications
Operator restraint:
Seat belt and restraint system for the operator station
Access system:
Cage/ROPS-style operator protection structure on the machine — verify configuration in the manual for your serial number
Controls:
Neutral-start and lever position checks described in the safety and general information section
Safety warnings:
General information and safety warnings section included in the manual
Lift-arm support:
Procedure guidance for supporting the lift arms and locking out the loader before service
Fluid and pressure hazards:
Hydraulic pressure release and testing precautions covered in the diagnostic sections
Steering:
Twin lever skid-steer control for independent left and right drive
Loader control:
Foot or hand-controlled lift and tilt — verify configuration in the manual
Instrumentation:
Basic machine gauges and indicators — verify equipment level in the manual
Starting system:
Battery, starter and charging circuit diagnostics with wiring diagrams
Lighting:
Work lighting circuits documented in the electrical section where equipped
Maintenance schedule:
Routine service intervals for engine oil, filters, air cleaner, cooling system and hydraulic system are given in the maintenance schedule table in the manual
Hydraulic filter service:
Interval and procedure included in the hydraulic service section
Chain case service:
Fluid level check and change interval covered in the drivetrain section
Engine oil:
Refer to the manual for the recommended grade and capacity
Hydraulic/hydrostatic fluid:
Refer to the manual for the recommended fluid specification and system capacity
Chain case lubricant:
Refer to the manual for the recommended lubricant
Grease points:
Lubrication chart with grease fitting locations included
Tires:
Wear and replacement guidance in the maintenance section
Drive chains:
Tension adjustment and wear inspection procedures included
Filters and belts:
Replacement intervals and procedures in the maintenance schedule
Wear limits:
Allowable tolerances and wear limits for serviced components
Diagnostics:
Symptom-based troubleshooting with flowcharts for engine, electrical and hydraulic complaints
Component verification:
Function tests and wear inspections for major components
Manufacturer:
Bobcat — originally the Melroe Manufacturing Company
Brand role:
Bobcat pioneered the modern skid steer loader design; the 310 is part of the early, compact end of that lineup
Production location:
N/A - not specified for this model; early Bobcat loaders were built in Gwinner, North Dakota, USA
Model position:
Early compact skid steer loader in the Bobcat range, preceding later 300-series and 600-series machines
Design focus:
Small-footprint, maneuverable loader for construction, agriculture, landscaping and light material handling
Documented coverage:
This manual documents the operation, service and repair procedures applicable to the 310