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Section 2: Operating Instructions
Land Pride
Bucket
After you have filled the bucket, do not pull the dipper stick any closer to the boom than is necessary in order to clear the hole. When the bucket is clear, swing it to the side to dump. Always start dumping far enough to the
side so as not to run out of dumping room. It is desirable while swinging to the side to make contact with the already removed material in order to lessen shock on the machine. This also aides the operator in pushing the material away from the working area.
Correct Angle | 19376 | Incorrect Angle | 19377 |
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Bucket Digging Angle
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The length of the pass should be just long enough so that the bucket will be full at the end of the pass. The depth of the pass will depend upon the type of soil. Do not drag a full bucket of dirt. After making a pass you will be able to determine how deep you will be able to dig. To control the depth of the pass, work the bucket and dipper stick controls alternately, In this way you can take an even bite each time you make a pass and obtain a full bucket. Refer to Figure
When loading trucks, curling the bucket close to the dipper stick will prevent undue spillage when the bucket is raised so that it can be dumped in the truck bed.
To obtain a level bottom, set the bucket teeth at a slight angle. Keep this angle as you drag the bucket with the dipper stick by gradually uncurling the bucket. Intermittently pull the boom lever at the same time to maintain a level bottom.
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Level Bottom
Figure
20 BH3512 Backhoes | 7/14/08 |
