Komatsu — Digging operations

Operation 3.3 Operation 3.3.8 Work possible using wheel loader In addition to the following, it is possible to further increase the range of applications by using various attachments. Digging operations z Never carry out digging or scooping operations with the machine articulated. There is danger that the machine may tip over. z Never raise the boom with the bucket fully loaded when the machine is articulated. There is danger that the machine may tip over. z When the machine is traveling or the work equipment is raised, the moment that the E.C.S.S. switch (option) is turned ON, the work equipment will move. z If the E.C.S.S. system (option) is switched on, the work equipment may move.

NOTE If the tires slip, the tire life will be reduced, so do not allow the tires to slip during operation. Loading piled soil Scoop up the piled soil by moving the machine forward as shown below. If the tires begin slipping under heavy load, raise the bucket slightly to reduce the load. 1. Force the bucket into the pile of soil while moving the machine forward. GK020021 2. Thrust the bucket fully into the soil, then drive the machine forward and operate the work equipment control lever to raise the lift arm. In addition, operate the work equipment control lever occasionally to tilt the bucket so that the bucket can be fully loaded.

Try to keep the load in the center of the bucket; if the load is on one side of the bucket, the load will be unbalanced. GK020022 WA150-5H – VEAM934100 3-85 WARNING WARNING