Komatsu WA800-3E0, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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OPERATION
OPERATION
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LOADING OPERATIONS 3
Select the method of operation which will give the minimum amount of turning and travel in order to provide the
most efficient method for the jobsite.
WARNING
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Always keep the job site level. When the lift arm is raised with the bucket loaded, it is dangerous to
operate the steering suddenly or apply the brakes suddenly. Do not carry out such operations.
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It is dangerous to thrust the bucket into the material to be loaded (borrow pit, crushed rock, etc.) at
high speed. Do not carry out such digging operations.
NOTICE
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If the tires slip, the tire life will be reduced, so do not allow the tires to slip during operation.
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Avoid excessive bucket shaking.
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.