Komatsu — 12.10.4 LOAD AND CARRY OPERATIONS

OPERATION 12.10.2 LEVELING OPERATIONS NOTE Always operate the machine in reverse when performing leveling operations. If it is necessary to perform the leveling operations when traveling forward, do not set the bucket dumping angle to more than 20 1. Scoop the soil into the bucket. Move the machine backward while spreading the soil from the bucket, little by little. 2. Go over the spread soil with the bucket teeth touching the ground. Level the ground by back-dragging. 3. After scooping more soil into the bucket, put the lift arm in float and level the bucket at ground level. Smooth the ground by moving backwards. 12.10.3 PUSHING OPERATION NOTE:

Never set the bucket to the DUMP position when performing the pushing operation. When performing the pushing operations, set the bottom of the bucket parallel to the ground surface. 12.10.4 LOAD AND CARRY OPERATIONS WARNING When carrying a load, lower the bucket to lower the center of gravity while traveling. The load and carry method for wheel loaders consist of a cycle of scooping - hauling - loading (into a hopper, pit, etc.) Always keep the travel path maintained. When using the load and carry method , See 12.18 HANDLING TIRES on page 2-76. WA450-3MC 2-66