Loader operating skills and safety regulations
Posted: Feb 10th, '25, 02:18
Flexible operation method:
First, light: When the loader is operating, the driver should press his heel against the floor of the cab, keep his foot and the accelerator pedal parallel, and gently press the gas pedal to maintain a gentle degree. The fuel can be fully burned to avoid the driver's panic due to excessive throttle, which affects the accuracy and stability of the operation.
Second, stable: During the operation of the loader, the throttle must always remain stable. Under normal circumstances, it is more appropriate to open the throttle at about 70% in general working conditions. This can make the machine "breathe evenly" like people jogging, which can greatly reduce fuel consumption and extend the service life of the machine.
Third, separate: When the loader is operating, the foot should be separated from the brake pedal and placed flat on the floor of the cab. Never step on the brake pedal. Since the working environment of the loader is mostly uneven, if the foot is stepped on the brake pedal for a long time, the driver will inadvertently trigger the automatic brake due to the up and down movement of the vehicle body. Under normal circumstances, the vehicle condition and gear shifting should be controlled by controlling the throttle deceleration.
Four diligence: During the operation of the loader, especially when encountering resistance during the shoveling and digging, do not use the method of suddenly accelerating to control the vehicle condition. Instead, under the premise of stable throttle, by cyclically turning the lifting and bucket turning levers, the loader should maintain normal working state, so that the bucket can be smoothly filled with materials. Here, the cyclic turning of the lifting and bucket turning levers is "diligent". This operation process has a great impact on fuel consumption, and the operator needs to pay special attention.
Five coordination: coordination refers to the organic coordination of the lifting and bucket turning levers. The general shoveling and digging process of the loader is to first place the bucket flat on the ground and drive steadily towards the material pile. When the bucket encounters resistance when shoveling parallel to the material pile, the principle of raising the arm first and then retracting the bucket should be followed first, which can effectively avoid resistance at the bottom of the bucket, so that the digging force can be fully exerted.
Bucket operation skills:
When the soil enters the bucket, the bucket mouth is turned upward by operating the hand lever to load the soil in the bucket, and then the bucket is raised with the lifting and lowering operating lever.
When loading loose sand, the movement of the bucket should be accurately controlled according to the accumulation of sand and loading requirements.
If you are shoveling gravel and other materials, you need to lower the arm and forearm first to make the shovel level with the ground. Then step on the accelerator, and after shoveling in, retract the arm and forearm, and repeat this action until the shovel is full.
Other operating tips:
Loaders generally have two forward gears, one reverse gear and one parking gear. During operation, the left foot controls the brake and the right foot controls the accelerator. Step on the brake and shift gears, release the brake and step on the gas to drive.
When transporting materials to the designated location for unloading, the car box should be placed horizontally so that the forklift bucket is located in the middle position directly above the car box, and then use the flip handle to turn the bucket mouth to the bottom, and then use the reverse gear to reverse to a safe distance from the car, then put down the bucket and flip it to the flat ground.
When unloading materials to the transport vehicle, pay attention to controlling the unloading speed and angle of the bucket to avoid spilling materials or damage to the vehicle.
2. Safety regulations for loaders
Basic safety regulations:
Loaders should not be operated in dry dusty and wet clay areas.
Before driving and operating, operators should be familiar with the various performance, structure, technical maintenance, and operation methods of the loader, and operate in accordance with regulations.
Except for the driver sitting in the cab, it is strictly forbidden to ride in other places of the vehicle.
When operating, you should always pay attention to the situation of people around you, especially when reversing, you should pay more attention to whether there are pedestrians behind the vehicle. During the operation, it is strictly forbidden for anyone to get on and off the vehicle, pass objects, or sit or stand in the bucket or on the frame.
When the loader is driving with a full bucket, the bucket should not be lifted too high, generally about 0.5 meters from the ground.
When unloading into the car, the bucket must be lifted to a height that will not touch the car box baffle, and the bucket must be strictly prevented from hitting the car box. It is strictly forbidden to pass the bucket over the top of the car cab.
When the loader is driving, avoid inappropriate high speed and sharp turns.
When the loader encounters increased resistance, tire (or track) slippage, and engine speed reduction, it should stop shoveling and must not force operation.
Automatic deceleration is used when going downhill, and the clutch pedal should not be stepped on to prevent power from being cut off and a slipping accident.
Maintenance work shall not be carried out on the slope, and turning, reversing and parking are strictly prohibited on steep slopes. When the engine is turned off on the slope, the bucket should be dropped to the ground, and the brake should be firmly braked before restarting.
The loader should be stopped and checked immediately after wading through water. If brake failure is found due to immersion, continuous braking should be performed to use heat to remove moisture from the brake pads to restore the brakes to normal as soon as possible.
When the loader is working, no one is allowed to stand or pass in front of or under the bucket arm, and the bucket is not allowed to carry people up and down. The arm should not be raised to drive to avoid overturning. It is strictly forbidden to use a bucket instead of a crane to lift heavy objects.
When working, it is strictly forbidden to stand under the shovel arm, and irrelevant personnel and other machinery are prohibited from working and passing here.
Vehicle inspection and maintenance safety regulations:
Before driving, the technical conditions of all parts of the vehicle should be checked according to the specified items and standards to ensure that they are in good condition. Focus on checking whether the parts of each part are falling off, loose or deformed.
Before driving, the vehicle driving license, driver's license and other necessary documents for driving should be checked. Driving without a license is not allowed.
Before starting, observe the surroundings and confirm that it is safe (for air pressure brakes, wait until the pressure gauge reading reaches the specified value) before whistling to start.
When transporting materials, the lower hinge point of the boom should be kept 400 mm off the ground.
The engine water outlet temperature must reach 55°C and the oil temperature must reach 45°C before full load can be applied. During operation, the engine water temperature and oil temperature should not exceed 90°C.
Before shoveling materials, the front and rear bodies should be in a straight line, aligned and close to the material pile, and the bucket should be parallel to the ground, and then shovel the materials.
Nine things not allowed in loader safety operation:
It is not allowed to pick up goods in high gear (except bulk materials).
It is not allowed to pick up goods while turning.
It is not allowed to lift while driving.
It is not allowed to overload the bucket.
It is not allowed to use the bucket for excavation.
It is not allowed for the driver to leave the vehicle when the bucket is suspended.
It is not allowed to stand or repair under the lifted bucket.
It is not allowed to use the bucket to lift people for high-altitude operations.
It is not allowed to directly shovel materials from other vehicles.
Other safety regulations:
When loading materials for a truck, the bucket must not scrape the vehicle.
During the pushing or scraping operation, you should pay attention to observe whether there are foreign objects on the ground. If you find that the vehicle is blocked from moving forward, you should operate prudently and not force it to move forward.
The general shoveling process of the loader is to first place the bucket flat on the ground and drive it steadily towards the material pile. When the bucket encounters resistance when shoveling parallel to the material pile, you should first follow the principle of raising the arm first and then retracting the bucket.
Tire slippage and rear wheel tilting are strictly prohibited. When the loader is working, if the accelerator is suddenly stepped on when encountering resistance, the tires will often slip, which not only increases fuel consumption but also damages the tires. Due to the large digging force of the loader, the driver usually has two rear wheels that are easily lifted off the ground if the operation is improper when digging solid soil and stone mountains. The landing inertia of this lifting action will cause the blade of the bucket to break and the bucket to deform. When the rear wheels are lifted very high, it is easy to cause the welds of the front and rear frames and other structures to crack, and even the plate to break.
It is strictly forbidden to hit the pile. When digging ordinary materials, the loader can work in the second gear. It is strictly forbidden to use the gear above the second gear to inertial impact on the pile.
Before driving the loader, pay attention to check whether there are obstacles and dangerous objects around. Obstacles that affect the construction of the work area must be cleared in advance before working. It is forbidden to drive after drinking.
Drive at medium speed, be safe and courteous, and it is forbidden to slide in neutral when going downhill.
When the soil is hard, the loader is not allowed to push the shovel forcefully to avoid damaging the machine parts. Other machines must be used to loosen the soil before the loader can be used.
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First, light: When the loader is operating, the driver should press his heel against the floor of the cab, keep his foot and the accelerator pedal parallel, and gently press the gas pedal to maintain a gentle degree. The fuel can be fully burned to avoid the driver's panic due to excessive throttle, which affects the accuracy and stability of the operation.
Second, stable: During the operation of the loader, the throttle must always remain stable. Under normal circumstances, it is more appropriate to open the throttle at about 70% in general working conditions. This can make the machine "breathe evenly" like people jogging, which can greatly reduce fuel consumption and extend the service life of the machine.
Third, separate: When the loader is operating, the foot should be separated from the brake pedal and placed flat on the floor of the cab. Never step on the brake pedal. Since the working environment of the loader is mostly uneven, if the foot is stepped on the brake pedal for a long time, the driver will inadvertently trigger the automatic brake due to the up and down movement of the vehicle body. Under normal circumstances, the vehicle condition and gear shifting should be controlled by controlling the throttle deceleration.
Four diligence: During the operation of the loader, especially when encountering resistance during the shoveling and digging, do not use the method of suddenly accelerating to control the vehicle condition. Instead, under the premise of stable throttle, by cyclically turning the lifting and bucket turning levers, the loader should maintain normal working state, so that the bucket can be smoothly filled with materials. Here, the cyclic turning of the lifting and bucket turning levers is "diligent". This operation process has a great impact on fuel consumption, and the operator needs to pay special attention.
Five coordination: coordination refers to the organic coordination of the lifting and bucket turning levers. The general shoveling and digging process of the loader is to first place the bucket flat on the ground and drive steadily towards the material pile. When the bucket encounters resistance when shoveling parallel to the material pile, the principle of raising the arm first and then retracting the bucket should be followed first, which can effectively avoid resistance at the bottom of the bucket, so that the digging force can be fully exerted.
Bucket operation skills:
When the soil enters the bucket, the bucket mouth is turned upward by operating the hand lever to load the soil in the bucket, and then the bucket is raised with the lifting and lowering operating lever.
When loading loose sand, the movement of the bucket should be accurately controlled according to the accumulation of sand and loading requirements.
If you are shoveling gravel and other materials, you need to lower the arm and forearm first to make the shovel level with the ground. Then step on the accelerator, and after shoveling in, retract the arm and forearm, and repeat this action until the shovel is full.
Other operating tips:
Loaders generally have two forward gears, one reverse gear and one parking gear. During operation, the left foot controls the brake and the right foot controls the accelerator. Step on the brake and shift gears, release the brake and step on the gas to drive.
When transporting materials to the designated location for unloading, the car box should be placed horizontally so that the forklift bucket is located in the middle position directly above the car box, and then use the flip handle to turn the bucket mouth to the bottom, and then use the reverse gear to reverse to a safe distance from the car, then put down the bucket and flip it to the flat ground.
When unloading materials to the transport vehicle, pay attention to controlling the unloading speed and angle of the bucket to avoid spilling materials or damage to the vehicle.
2. Safety regulations for loaders
Basic safety regulations:
Loaders should not be operated in dry dusty and wet clay areas.
Before driving and operating, operators should be familiar with the various performance, structure, technical maintenance, and operation methods of the loader, and operate in accordance with regulations.
Except for the driver sitting in the cab, it is strictly forbidden to ride in other places of the vehicle.
When operating, you should always pay attention to the situation of people around you, especially when reversing, you should pay more attention to whether there are pedestrians behind the vehicle. During the operation, it is strictly forbidden for anyone to get on and off the vehicle, pass objects, or sit or stand in the bucket or on the frame.
When the loader is driving with a full bucket, the bucket should not be lifted too high, generally about 0.5 meters from the ground.
When unloading into the car, the bucket must be lifted to a height that will not touch the car box baffle, and the bucket must be strictly prevented from hitting the car box. It is strictly forbidden to pass the bucket over the top of the car cab.
When the loader is driving, avoid inappropriate high speed and sharp turns.
When the loader encounters increased resistance, tire (or track) slippage, and engine speed reduction, it should stop shoveling and must not force operation.
Automatic deceleration is used when going downhill, and the clutch pedal should not be stepped on to prevent power from being cut off and a slipping accident.
Maintenance work shall not be carried out on the slope, and turning, reversing and parking are strictly prohibited on steep slopes. When the engine is turned off on the slope, the bucket should be dropped to the ground, and the brake should be firmly braked before restarting.
The loader should be stopped and checked immediately after wading through water. If brake failure is found due to immersion, continuous braking should be performed to use heat to remove moisture from the brake pads to restore the brakes to normal as soon as possible.
When the loader is working, no one is allowed to stand or pass in front of or under the bucket arm, and the bucket is not allowed to carry people up and down. The arm should not be raised to drive to avoid overturning. It is strictly forbidden to use a bucket instead of a crane to lift heavy objects.
When working, it is strictly forbidden to stand under the shovel arm, and irrelevant personnel and other machinery are prohibited from working and passing here.
Vehicle inspection and maintenance safety regulations:
Before driving, the technical conditions of all parts of the vehicle should be checked according to the specified items and standards to ensure that they are in good condition. Focus on checking whether the parts of each part are falling off, loose or deformed.
Before driving, the vehicle driving license, driver's license and other necessary documents for driving should be checked. Driving without a license is not allowed.
Before starting, observe the surroundings and confirm that it is safe (for air pressure brakes, wait until the pressure gauge reading reaches the specified value) before whistling to start.
When transporting materials, the lower hinge point of the boom should be kept 400 mm off the ground.
The engine water outlet temperature must reach 55°C and the oil temperature must reach 45°C before full load can be applied. During operation, the engine water temperature and oil temperature should not exceed 90°C.
Before shoveling materials, the front and rear bodies should be in a straight line, aligned and close to the material pile, and the bucket should be parallel to the ground, and then shovel the materials.
Nine things not allowed in loader safety operation:
It is not allowed to pick up goods in high gear (except bulk materials).
It is not allowed to pick up goods while turning.
It is not allowed to lift while driving.
It is not allowed to overload the bucket.
It is not allowed to use the bucket for excavation.
It is not allowed for the driver to leave the vehicle when the bucket is suspended.
It is not allowed to stand or repair under the lifted bucket.
It is not allowed to use the bucket to lift people for high-altitude operations.
It is not allowed to directly shovel materials from other vehicles.
Other safety regulations:
When loading materials for a truck, the bucket must not scrape the vehicle.
During the pushing or scraping operation, you should pay attention to observe whether there are foreign objects on the ground. If you find that the vehicle is blocked from moving forward, you should operate prudently and not force it to move forward.
The general shoveling process of the loader is to first place the bucket flat on the ground and drive it steadily towards the material pile. When the bucket encounters resistance when shoveling parallel to the material pile, you should first follow the principle of raising the arm first and then retracting the bucket.
Tire slippage and rear wheel tilting are strictly prohibited. When the loader is working, if the accelerator is suddenly stepped on when encountering resistance, the tires will often slip, which not only increases fuel consumption but also damages the tires. Due to the large digging force of the loader, the driver usually has two rear wheels that are easily lifted off the ground if the operation is improper when digging solid soil and stone mountains. The landing inertia of this lifting action will cause the blade of the bucket to break and the bucket to deform. When the rear wheels are lifted very high, it is easy to cause the welds of the front and rear frames and other structures to crack, and even the plate to break.
It is strictly forbidden to hit the pile. When digging ordinary materials, the loader can work in the second gear. It is strictly forbidden to use the gear above the second gear to inertial impact on the pile.
Before driving the loader, pay attention to check whether there are obstacles and dangerous objects around. Obstacles that affect the construction of the work area must be cleared in advance before working. It is forbidden to drive after drinking.
Drive at medium speed, be safe and courteous, and it is forbidden to slide in neutral when going downhill.
When the soil is hard, the loader is not allowed to push the shovel forcefully to avoid damaging the machine parts. Other machines must be used to loosen the soil before the loader can be used.
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for more info just visit our website at www.bonovogroup.com
contact # : +86 158 6218 2088
email : sales@bonovogroup.com