Alamo RHINO 7214 MSL - Manual (Page 26)

© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL
During hard surface operation, keep bucket level and put
lift control in float position to permit bucket to float on
working surface. If hydraulic down pressure is exerted on
bucket, it will wear faster than normal.
Float will also prevent mixing of surface material with
stockpile material. Float position will reduce the chance of
surface gouging when removing snow or other material,
or when working with a blade.
LOADING FROM A BANK
Choose a forward gear that provides sufficient ground
speed for loading.
Exercise caution when undercutting high banks. Dirt
slides can be dangerous. Load from as low as possible for
maximum efficiency. Loader lift and breakaway capacity
diminish as loading height is increased.
Sidecutting is a good technique for cutting down a big pile.
If the pile sides are too high and liable to cause cave-in,
use loader to break down the sides until a slot can be cut
over the top.
Another method for large dirt piles is to build a ramp
approach to the pile.
It is important to keep the bucket level when approaching
a bank or pile. This will help prevent gouging the work
area.
OPERATION
F-3778-12-04 Operation Section 4-4