Operating the Loader
WARNING: Do not operate unless all control lever positions function as instructed in Figure 10.
The loader should be operated with the tractor engine running at a safe RPM. Excessive speeds are danger- ous, and may cause bucket spillage and unnecessary strain on the tractor and loader.
IMPORTANT: To prevent possible damage to the tractor transmission, engage the 4WD only when additional traction is needed while operating in loose soil or on slippery surfaces, or when descending a slope. Disengage the 4WD when operating on firm, flat surfaces or when operating at high speeds. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for instructions on using the 4WD feature.
•Approach and enter the pile with a level bucket.
See Figure 15.
Figure 15
The lift and rollback of the bucket will increase effi- ciency because maintaining a level bucket throughout the lifting cycle resists bucket lift and increases breakaway effort. See Figure 16.
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Figure 16
NOTE: Do not be concerned if the bucket is not completely filled during each pass. Maximum produc- tivity is determined by the amount of material loaded in a given period of time. Time is lost if two or more attempts are made to fill the bucket on each pass.
Lifting the Load
When lifting the load, keep the bucket positioned to avoid spillage. See Figure 17.
Figure 17
WARNING: Do not attempt to lift bucket loads in excess of the loader capacity.
IMPORTANT: If you should discover that your tractor requires increased stability for a particular application, contact your Cub Cadet Yanmar dealer about ad- ditional weighting for the rear of the tractor.
Carrying the Load
Position the bucket below the level of the tractor hood for maximum stability and visibility, whether the bucket is loaded or empty. See Figure 18.
Figure 18
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