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SECTION 4
OPERATING
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OM515C520C99/1E DRESSTA
LOADER TECHNIQUES
Fig. 4.44. Loading Fig. 4.45. Full Bucket
Carry on driving the machine forward till the bucket is filled with spoil (Fig. 4.44). Then roll the
bucket back and close the clam (Fig. 4.45). Raise the bucket over the ground and transport the
spoil to the dumping area.
4. When bank loading, keep the cutting edge flat as shown in Figure 4.46. Rolling the bucket back
too far forces the flat of the cutting edge against the bank preventing the bucket from digging.
This non-productive maneuver causes waste of power and time and possible damage to the
bucket cylinders and linkage.
5. When stockpiling, move each load only once and keep travel distance down to a minimum.
When possible, locate stockpiles as close as possible without hindering other work on the site.
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Fig. 4.46. Bank Loading
6. Transport filled bucket in the roll back position close to the ground (Fig. 4.47). If it is necessary to
carry the bucket raised in transit, the operator should use increased caution. Perform all steering
and shifting as smoothly as possible. Use the lower transmission gear range for bucket loading
and the transportation of loads. The higher gear range may be used for making return trips to the
loading sites.
WARNING! Transport loads with bucket in the carry position only. A loaded
bucket must never be transported in the fully raised boom or with boom in
horizontal position.