OPERATION MACHINE OPERATIONS AND CONTROLS Operations Using Bucket Dropping Force Do not use the dropping force of the machine for digging, or use the dropping force of the bucket as a pickaxe, breaker, or pile driver. This will markedly reduce the life of the machine. Operations Using Machine Dropping Force Do not use the dropping force of the machine for digging. Digging Hard Rocky Ground Do not attempt to directly excavate hard rocky ground with the work equipment. It is better to excavate it after breaking up by some other means. This will not only save the machine from damage but make for better economy.
Sudden Lever Shifting High Speed Travel (1) Never carry out sudden lever shifting as this may cause sudden starting. (2) Avoid sudden lever shifting from forward (A) to reverse (B) (or from reverse (B) to forward (A)). (3) Avoid sudden lever shifting change such as sudden stop- ping from near top speed (lever release operation). 3-95