OPERATION 12.13.6 LOADING OPERATIONS Select the method of operation which will give the minimum amount of turning and travel and provide the most efficient method for the jobsite. WARNING Always keep the working area flat. Do not turn suddenly or apply the brake suddenly when traveling with a raised load. These actions are dangerous. It is also dangerous to drive the bucket at high speed into a stockpile or pile of rocks. NOTICE: If the tires slip, the tire life will be reduced, so avoid slipping or spinning of the tires during operation. Avoid excessive shaking of the bucket. CROSS DRIVE LOADING Always set the wheel loader facing at a right angle to the stock pile.
After digging in and scooping up the load, drive the machine straight back in reverse, then bring the dump truck in between the stock pile and the wheel loader. This method requires the least time for loading, and is extremely effective in reducing the cycle time. V-SHAPE LOADING Position the dump truck so that the direction of approach of the wheel loader is approximately 60 E from the direction of approach to the stockpile. After loading the bucket, drive the wheel loader in reverse, then turn it to face the dump truck and travel forward to load the dump truck. The smaller the turning angle of the wheel loader is, the more efficient the operation becomes.
When loading a full bucket and raising it to maximum height, first shake the bucket to stabilize the load before raising the bucket. This will prevent the load from spilling to the rear. Precautions when piling up loads When forming products into a pile, be careful not to let the rear counterweight come into contact with the ground. Do not set the bucket to the DUMP position when carrying out piling-up operations. 2-49