LOADER OPERATING TIPS

This Wheel Loader, with standard equipment and authorized attachments, is intended to be used for above ground level digging and general earth moving purpose such as land leveling, truck loading, material rehandling and ditch cleaning. If the machine is to be used for lifting objects, make sure that the machine is properly equipped and follow the instructions and safety precautions in this manual.

Leveling Operation

Always operate the machine in reverse when leveling the surface.

Pushing Operation

When pushing material do not set the bucket dumping angle more than 20 degrees. IMPORTANT: The bucket MUST NOT be in the FULL DUMP position during the pushing operation.

Scraping Operation

When scraping hard or frozen surfaces the bucket must be level and flat to the surface. Operate the machine at a slow speed.

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WARNING:Impact Hazard - Bucket edge or teeth can catch on frozen surface or buried object during surface scraping operations. Before operation inspect the area for objects the bucket can catch on and mark them. During operation make sure the bottom of the bucket is level with the surface to be scraped. Operate the machine around the objects and at slow speed. Injury to the operator and damage to the machine can result if these precautions are not followed.

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Transport and Carry Operation

The bucket must be in the roll back position and the bottom of the bucket must not be more than 305 to 457 mm (12 to 18 inches) off the surface.

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WARNING: When you operate the machine, keep the loader bucket as low as possible. This low position gives better balance and permits you to see more clearly. If the bucket is full and you move the machine over ground that is rough or surfaces that can cause the machine to slide, always operate at slow speed. If you do not use this procedure, the machine can go out of control and roll-over.

WARNING: Hillside operations can be dangerous. Rain, snow, ice loose gravel, soft ground, etc., change the ground conditions. You must make a judgment if your machine can be safely operated on any hillside or ramp.

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Operating on a Hill

SB013 Before you operate this machine on a hill, always put the transmission in a lower range and test the brakes. DO NOT let the machine move down a hill with the transmission in NEUTRAL. DO NOT use the Clutch Cutout Switch when operating on a hill.