3. OPERATION 3. 5 DIGGING WITH A BUCKET Push on the toe of the lift arm pedal and lower the lift arms completely down. Push on the toe of the bucket pedal and place the cutting edge of the bucket on the ground (Fig. 3.4D). Drive the loader forward at a slow rate and continue to tilt the bucket down until it enters the ground. Push down on the heel of the bucket pedal (Fig. 3.4E) to increase traction and keep an even digging depth. Continue to drive forward until the bucket is full. When digging in hard ground, it is easier to raise and lower the bucket cutting edge with the tilt pedal while slowly driving forward. When the bucket is full, push down on the heel of the bucket pedal (Fig.
3.4F) to raise the tip of the bucket. For hand control units, move the L.H. control lever towards you to lower the lift arms completely down. Move the R.H. control lever away from you and place the cutting edge of the bucket on the ground (Fig. 3.4D). Drive the loader forward at a slow rate and continue to tilt the bucket down until it enters the ground. Move the R.H. control lever towards you (Fig. 3.4E) to increase traction and keep an even digging depth. Continue to drive forward until the bucket is full. When the bucket is full, move the R.H. control lever towards you (Fig. 3.4F) to raise the tip of the bucket. * Hand controls not available on all machines. C713 Fig.
3.4E * To prevent personal injury, ensure that the bucket with the proper rated capacity is being used for the job you are doing. WARNING LH C718 RH To avoid personal injury: When starting or operating loader in an enclosed area make sure there is enough ventilation. Exhaust fumes can kill. WARNING To prevent personal injury always carry the load low. WARNING Fig. 3. 4F C715 28 * LH C712 RH C711 Fig. 3.4D C * LH 714 RH