Avantco General Bucket 200 2 Series User manual

Bucket
2022 1
Operator's Manual for Attachment
Bucket
General buckets, light material buckets, and levelling buckets for Avant loaders
Product number 900 mm 1050 mm 1150 mm 1300 mm 1350 mm 1450 mm 1600 mm 1800 mm 2000 mm
General Bucket 200
series 2 A36702
General Bucket
With teeth
A36711
A36716
A36710
A36780
A36709
A36779
A36698
A36778
A36996
A36997
General bucket, HD
With teeth
A36713
A36747
A36712
A36746
A36535
A36745
General bucket,
XL-HD A437578
Light material
bucket A36715 A36714 A36703 A36476 A36343
A437601 A435096
Levelling bucket A36717 A36706
Levelling bucket,
XL-HD A445616 A443761
English
A430244 2022 1 EN 2016-
www.avanttecno.com

Bucket 2022 1
Bucket profiles:
A36702
A36710 A36709 A36698 A36715 A36714 A36703 A36476 A36343
A36713 A36712 A36535 A437578
A437601 A435096
A36717 A36706
A445616 A443761

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CONTENTS
1. FOREWORD ........................................................................................................................................ 4
Warning symbols used in this manual ...................................................................................................................................5
2. DESIGNED PURPOSE OF USE.......................................................................................................... 6
3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ATTACHMENT...................................................... 8
3.1 Personal protective equipment...............................................................................................................................10
3.2 Safe shutdown procedure ........................................................................................................................................10
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................... 11
4.1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment ....................................................................................14
5. ATTACHING THE ATTACHMENT ................................................................................................. 15
6. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ................................................................................................................ 17
6.1 Checks before use .....................................................................................................................................................17
6.2 Using a bucket.............................................................................................................................................................18
6.3 Material handling.........................................................................................................................................................20
6.4 Teeth cover plate.......................................................................................................................................................21
7. INSPECTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE........................................................................... 22
7.1 Inspection of metal structures................................................................................................................................22
7.2 End of life disposal......................................................................................................................................................22
8. WARRANTY TERMS .......................................................................................................................... 23

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1. Foreword
Avant Tecno Oy would like to thank you for your purchase of this attachment for your Avant loader. It has
been designed and manufactured based on years of experience on product development and manufacturing.
By familiarizing yourself with this manual and following the instructions, you ascertain your safety and ensure
the reliable operation and long service life of the equipment. Read the instructions carefully before starting to
use the equipment or performing maintenance.
The purpose of this manual is to help you to:
operate the equipment in a safe and efficient manner
observe and prevent any hazardous situations
keep the equipment intact and ensure a long service life
With these instructions, even an inexperienced user can use the attachment and loader safely. The manual
includes important instructions for experienced AVANT operators as well. Ensure that all persons using the
loader have received proper guidance and familiarised themselves with the manual of the loader, each
attachment that are used, and all safety instructions before using the equipment. Using the equipment for
other purposes or use in any other way than described in this manual is prohibited. Keep this manual at hand
throughout the service life of the equipment. If you sell or transfer the equipment, be sure to hand over this
manual to the new owner. If the manual is lost or damaged, you can request a new one from your Avant
dealer or from the manufacturer.
In addition to the safety instructions included in this Operator's Manual, you must observe all occupational
safety regulations, local laws, and other regulations concerning the use of the equipment. Particularly the
regulations concerning the use of the equipment on public road areas must be observed. Contact your Avant
dealer for more information about local requirements before you operate the loader on road areas.
Contact your local AVANT dealer for any questions, service, spare parts or about any problems that may
occur with the operation of your machine.
This manual contains the original instructions in English. Due to continuous product development some of the
details shown in this manual may differ from your equipment. Pictures may also depict optional equipment or
features that are not currently available. We reserve the right to change the contents of the manual without
notification. Copyright © 2022 Avant Tecno Oy. All rights reserved.

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.
Warning symbols used in this manual
The following warning symbols are used throughout this manual. They indicate factors that must be taken into
account to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property:
WARNING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This symbol means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!”
Carefully read the message that follows, it warns of an immediate hazard
that could cause serious personal injury.
The safety alert symbol by itself and with related safety statement
indicates important safety messages throughout this Manual. It is used to
draw attention to instructions involving your personal safety or the safety
of others. When you see this symbol, be alert, your safety is involved,
carefully read the message that follows, and inform other operators.
DANGER
This signal word indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will cause
death or serious injury.
WARNING
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION
This signal word is used when minor injury could result if the instructions are not
followed properly.
This signal word indicates information about the correct operation and maintenance
of the equipment.
Failure to observe the instructions accompanying the symbol can lead to equipment
breakdown or other property damage.

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2. Designed purpose of use
The AVANT General buckets, Light material buckets, and Levelling buckets are attachments designed and
manufactured to fit AVANT compact loaders for general earth-moving tasks, material handling, levelling and
snow clearing work. Original Avant buckets offer excellent visibility to the bucket edge and they are designed
to meet the capabilities of Avant loaders in optimum way. The range of buckets gives great flexibility to choose
the best bucket for different applications and loader models.
General buckets are available with teeth, as are also the reinforced, more robust Heavy Duty buckets. The HD
buckets are well suited for the larger loaders. A specially designed general bucket for the 200 series 2 loaders
is optimised for the boom geometry of the 200 series. The edge plates of all buckets are made of very high
strength and wear resistant steel, and on HD buckets, also the side cutting edges are reinforced through their
length. Light material buckets, also called as Snow buckets, have a longer base and are larger in volume. The
low profile and long base of the levelling bucket enable excellent visibility to the tip of the bucket. The straight
rear end of the levelling bucket makes it possible to use the bucket effectively when reversing with the loader.
Various width options are available to best suite each task and loader model. When choosing a bucket, the
intended use of the bucket, and the model of the loader should be considered, as shown in Table 1. If the
loader is fitted with other than standard tyres, or differs from original specifications, consult your Avant dealer
to choose the best bucket. Other available bucket types with hydraulic features make various tasks with the
loader easier or more versatile. For example, the High tip bucket is an excellent all-round bucket and
especially useful when piling material frequently. The 4-in-1 bucket is a versatile landscaping tool, which
makes it easy to do all levelling and material handling easy with the same attachment.
The buckets are maintenance free, except for cleaning, monitoring the condition of the bucket, and occasional
paint retouch if needed. Larger repair work must be left for professional maintenance. Please contact your
AVANT retailer if you have additional questions about the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
Compatibility with Avant Loaders
Compatibility recommendations are based on the width of the loader and available lifting capacity. Do not use
too wide bucket when handling heavy loads, as the actual breakout force (bucket tilting capacity) decreases
with wide buckets and the overall performance will decrease. To estimate the lifting capacity of the loader the
Table 5 can be used together with the load diagram shown in the operator’s manual of the loader.
.

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Table 1 - Bucket - Compatibility with Avant loaders
Avant
216
218
220
220 series 2
225
225LPG
313S
320S
420
423
520
523
R20
525LPG
R28
528
530
630
R35
635
640
735
745
750
755i
760i
850
860i
e5
e6
General bucket
900 mm A36711 - •••••(•) (•) •
990 mm A36702* - •••••(•) (•) •
1050 mm A36710 - •••••(•) (•) •
1150 mm A36709 - •••••(•) (•) •
1300 mm A36698 - •••••(•) (•) •
1350 mm A36996 - •••••(•) (•) •
1300 mm HD A36713 - - - - (•)
• • •
-
1450 mm HD A36712 - - - - (•) •••-
1600 mm HD A36535 - - - - (•) •••-
1600 mm XL-HD A437578 - - - - - - (•) •-
General bucket, with teeth
900 mm A36716 - •••••(•) (•) •
1050 mm A36780 - •••••(•) (•) •
1150 mm A36779 - •••••(•) (•) •
1300 mm A36778 - •••••(•) (•) •
1350 mm A36997 - •••••(•) (•) •
1300 mm HD A36747 - - - - (•) •••-
1450 mm HD A36746 - - - - (•)
• • •
-
1600 mm HD A36745 - - - - (•) •••-
Light material bucket
1150 mm A36715 - - •
• • • • (•) •
1300 mm A36714 - - (•) ••••(•) •
1450 mm A36703 - - - (•) (•) •••(•)
1600 mm A36476 - - - (•) (•) •••(•)
1800 mm A36343 - - - (•) (•) •••(•)
1800 mm A437601 - - - - - - (•) •-
2000 mm A435096 - - - - - - (•) •-
Levelling bucket
1450 mm A36717 - - - ••••••
1600 mm A36706 - - - ••••••
1600 mm XL-HD A445616 - - - - - (•) ••(•)
1800 mm XL-HD A443761 - - - - - - ••-
It is recommended to use the attachment only with loaders marked with •in Table 1. When using with models
marked with (•), full performance may not be achieved. Additional counterweights may also be required. For
compatibility with a model not shown in table, contact your Avant dealer.
* The buckets marked with the asterisk should be used as light material buckets with the 200 series loaders.

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3. Safety instructions for using the attachment
Please bear in mind that safety is the result of several factors. The loader-attachment combination is highly
powerful and improper or careless use or maintenance may cause serious personal injury or property
damage. Due to this, all operators must carefully familiarise themselves about correct use and the operator's
manuals of both the loader and the attachment before starting operation. Do not use the attachment if you
have not completely familiarised yourself with its operation and the related hazards.
DANGER
Misuse, careless use, or using an attachment that is in poor condition may
cause risk of serious injuries.
Familiarise yourself with the controls of the loader,
correct coupling procedure, and the correct way to op
erate the attachment at a safe
area. Study especially how to stop the equipment in a safe manner. Read all safety
precautions carefully.
Read all safety instructions carefully before handling the attachment
WARNING
When attaching an attachment to the loader, ensure that the locking pins of the
loader's quick attach plate are in the lower position and that they have locked
the attachment to the loader. Never lift or move an unlocked attachment.
This attachment is designed to be used by one operator at
a time. Do not let others
near the danger area of the equipment when it is in use.

Always transport the attachment as low as possible to keep the centre of gravity low,
and keep the telescopic boom retracted during driving.
Sudden movements can cause the loader to tip over - Operate the controls of
the loader in a slow and calm manner.
Be careful when lifting load to high level or
lifting load from high. Avoid sudden changes in speed or direction to maintain
balance of the loader especially when handling
heavy loads. Drive slowly and
carefully especially on inclined terrain or slippery surfaces.
Risk of tipping over - Keep loads close to ground while driving. Carrying heavy
loads can shift the centre of gravity of the loader and lead to tipping over of
the
loader. For the best stability always transport loads as low and close to the loader as
possible, with the telescopic boom completely retracted, to keep the centre of gravity
low.
Risk of crushing - Never go or allow anyone else to go under the loader boom
or attachment.
The stability of the loader may change when leaving the driver’s seat,
leading to tipping over of the machine. Always remember that the boom may lower
unexpectedly due to loss of stability, mechanical fault, or if another person ope
rates
the controls of the loader, leading to crushing hazard. The loader is not intended to
be left to keep a load elevated for longer periods. Lower the attachment firmly on the
ground before leaving the driver's seat and never allow anyone to be under th
e boom
or attachment.
Risk of crushing under the attachment or the loader boom - Lower the
attachment firmly on the ground before leaving the driver’s seat.
Make sure that
the attachment is properly supported during any maintenance or inspections. Do no
t
leave the driver’s seat when the loader boom is lifted. Going under a raised
attachment or loader boom is dangerous, as the boom may lower due to loss of
stability, mechanical fault, or if another person operates the controls of the loader.
Keep the loader articulation in straight position when handling heavy loads. When
turning the articulation, the loader may tilt forward.

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WARNING
Observe maximum load indicated in the operator’s manual of the loader. Be
especially careful when the load sensor indicator
is activated, if your loader is fitted
with a load sensor system.
Make sure that the surface can bear the total load. Also follow the correct tyre
pressure settings.
Pay attention to the surroundings and any other persons and machines moving in the
vicinity. Pay attention to the contours of the terrain and other hazards, such as
branches and trees that can reach to the driver's area, loose rocks, and slippery
surfaces.
Make sure that overhead clearance is sufficient. Hitting an overhead obstacle may
cause the loader to tip over. Keep a safe distance from electric cables, lamps, or
other electric systems; hitting live parts may cause electric shock.
Risk of suffocation - Never operate the loader indoors or at poorly ventilated
areas. Ensure that ventilation is sufficient when operating indoors. Do not operate the
loader in closed spaces regardless of the engine or fuel type. Exhaust gases may
concentrate to hazardous levels.
Never use the attachment to lift or to transport persons or as any kind of work
platform even temporarily.
Make sure to use only an attachment that is in good condition. Check the attachment
thoroughly in regular intervals. Do not modify the attachment in a manner that would
affect its safety. It is prohibited to drill ho
les on the attachment, and welding or other
means of fixing hooks or other objects on the attachment is strictly prohibited.
Use the equipment only for its intended purpose. Other use may create unnecessary
safety risks, and the equipment may get damaged.
Make sure that the loader is equipped with necessary safety components, and that
they are in working condition. Seat belt must be used. If there are specific hazards
related to the operating area, use appropriate safety equipment.
Also read the safety instructions and correct use of the loader from the operator's
manual of the loader.
DANGER
Risk of crushing -
Going under the loader boom or an
attachment can cause serious injury or death.
Never go
under the loader boom and prevent others from
getting near
lifted boom or attachment. Going under a raised attachment
or loader boom is dangerous, as the boom may lower due to
loss of stability, mechanical fault or when other person
operates the controls of the loader. Lower the attachment
firmly on
the ground to a safe position before leaving the
driver’s seat.
Keep in mind that the loader boom can be lowered or tilted
even if the engine has been shut down (crushing hazard).
The loader is not intended to be left to keep a load elevated
for longer per
iods. Always lower the attachment to a safe
position before leaving the driver's seat.

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WARNING
Risk of crushing -
Never allow anyone to get under a
lifted attachment or loader boom.
Keep in mind that the
loader boom can be lowered or tilted even
if the engine has
been shut down (crushing hazard). The loader is not intended
to be left to keep a load elevated for longer periods. Always
lower the attachment to a safe position before leaving the
driver's seat.
3.1 Personal protective equipment
Remember to wear proper personal protective equipment:

The noise level at the driver's seat may exceed 85 dB(A) depending on loader
model and operating cycle. Extended exposure to loud noise can cause
hearing impairment. Wear hearing protection while working with the loader.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear safety boots whenever working with the loader.
3.2 Safe shutdown procedure
Safe position of the attachment, before going near the loader boom:
WARNING
Always set the attachment to a safe position before going near the attachment.
Safe position will prevent unintentional movements of the attachment and the loader
boom. Note that the attachment can move even if the engine of the loader is turned off.
Safe stopping procedure:
Lower the boom completely down and lower the attachment flat on the ground.
Shut down the loader engine and lock the parking brake.
Prevent starting of the machine, remove ignition key.

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4. Technical specifications
Table 2 - General buckets - Technical data
Product number A36702 A36710 A36780 A36709 A36779 A36698 A36778
Working width: 1010 mm 1050 mm 1150 mm 1300 mm
Number of teeth: - - 4 - 5 - 5
Total width (A): 1040 mm 1080 mm 1180 mm 1330 mm
Base length (B): 486 mm 557 mm 557 mm 557 mm
Total height (C): 508 mm 578 mm 578 mm 578 mm
Weight : 50 kg 73 kg 83 kg 78 kg 91 kg 86 kg 98 kg
Heaped capacity:
With grille:
130 l
160 l
200 l
240 l
220 l
260 l
250 l
300 l
Struck capacity:
With grille:
90 l
120 l
140 l
190 l
160 l
210 l
180 l
240 l
Intended AVANT
loader models: 200 series 2 See Table 1
Teeth cover: - - A417347 - A420132 - A417320
Product number A36996 A36997
Working width: 1350 mm
Number of teeth: - 5
Total width (A): 1380 mm
Base length (B): 557 mm
Total height (C): 578 mm
Weight : 90 kg 102 kg
Heaped capacity:
With grille:
260 l
310 l
Struck capacity:
With grille:
190 l
240 l
Intended AVANT
loader models: See table 1
Teeth cover:
-
A421097
.

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Table 3 - Heavy Duty General buckets - Technical data
Product number A36713 A36747 A36712 A36746 A36535 A36745
Working width: 1300 mm 1450 mm 1600 mm
Number of teeth: - 5 - 5 - 6
Total width (A): 1330 mm 1480 mm 1630 mm
Base length (B): 627 mm 627 mm 627 mm
Total height (C): 653 mm 653 mm 653 mm
Weight : 130 kg 140 kg 140 kg 155 kg 155 kg 165 kg
Heaped capacity:
With grille:
300 l
370 l
340 l
420 l
370 l
460 l
Struck capacity:
With grille:
210 l
310 l
230 l
350 l
260 l
390 l
Intended AVANT
loader models: See Table 1
Teeth cover:
-
A417320
-
A417321
-
A419977
Product number A437578
Working width: 1600 mm
Number of teeth: -
Total width (A): 1630 mm
Base length (B): 668 mm
Total height (C): 773 mm
Weight : 190 kg
Heaped capacity:
With grille:
430 l
600 l
Struck capacity:
With grille:
300 l
460 l
Intended AVANT
loader models: See Table 1
Teeth cover: -
.

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Table 4 - Light material buckets - Technical data
Product number A36715 A36714 A36703 A36476 A36343 A437601 A435096
Working width: 1150 mm 1300 mm 1450 mm 1600 mm 1800 mm 1800 mm 2000 mm
Total width (A): 1180 mm 1330 mm 1480 mm 1630 mm 1830 mm 1830 mm 2030 mm
Base length (B): 828 mm 828 mm 938 mm 938 mm 950 mm 978 mm 978 mm
Total height (C): 761 mm 761 mm 864 mm 864 mm 864 mm 1059 mm 1059 mm
Weight: 125 kg 135 kg 150 kg 175 kg 195 kg 254 kg 275 kg
Heaped capacity:
With grille:
325 l
430 l
370 l
495 l
515 l
710 l
560 l
780 l
650 l
900 l
920 l
1300 l
1020 l
1450 l
Struck capacity:
With grille:
225 l
340 l
260 l
390 l
355 l
560 l
390 l
610 l
450 l
700 l
660 l
1050 l
730 l
1170 l
Intended AVANT
loader models: See Table 1
Table 5 - Levelling buckets - Technical data
Product number A36717 A36706 A445616 A443761
Working width: 1450 mm 1600 mm 1600 mm 1800 mm
Total width (A): 1480 mm 1630 mm 1630 mm 1830 mm
Base length (B): 894 mm 894 mm 1079 mm 1079 mm
Total height (C): 460 mm 460 mm 563 mm 563 mm
Weight: 175 kg 190 kg 227 kg 248 kg
Heaped capacity: 380 l 420 l 590 l 665 l
Struck capacity: 250 l 280 l 415 l 465 l
Intended AVANT
loader models: See Table 1
.

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4.1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment
Listed below are the labels and markings on the attachment. They must be visible and readable on the
equipment. Replace any unclear or missing label. New labels are available via your retailer or contact
information provided on the cover.
WARNING
Make sure all warning decals are readable.
The warning labels contain important
safety information and they help to identify and remember the hazards related to the
equipment. Replace damaged or missing warning labels with new ones.
Attachment identification plate
A46771 A46772
To apply a new label: Clean the surface thoroughly to remove all grease. Allow it to dry completely. Peel off
the protective film of the label and press firmly to apply. Take care not to touch the glue of the label.
Table 6 - Decal locations and warning messages
Decal Warning message
1 A36771 Misuse hazard - Read instructions before
use.
2 A36772
Crushing hazard - Do not go under a
raised attachment; stay away from raised
equipment.
3 Attachment identification plate
Table 7 - Main components of the Bucket
1 Frame with quick attach brackets
2 Cutting edge
3 Grille for better visibility and for preventing falling of
material
4 Reinforced side edges (HD bucket shown)

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5. Attaching the attachment
Attaching the attachment to the loader is quick and easy, but it must be done carefully. The attachment is
mounted to the loader boom by using the quick coupling plate on the loader boom and the counterpart on the
attachment.
If the attachment is not locked to the loader, it may fall from the loader and cause a hazardous situation.
Never drive with the loader and never lift the loader boom if the attachment has not been fully locked. To
prevent hazardous situations, always follow the coupling procedure shown below. Also remember the safety
instructions shown in this manual.
WARNING
Crushing risk - Make sure that an unlocked attachment will not move or fall over.
Do not stay in the area between the attachment and the loader. Mount the attachment
only on level surface.
Never move or lift an attachment that has not been locked.
Avant quick coupling system:
Step 1:

Lift the locking pins of the quick coupling plate of the loader up, and turn them
backwards into the slot, so that they are locked in the upper position.
If your loader is
equipped with a hydraulic attachment locking system, see
additional instructions about the use of the locking system from the operator's
manual of the loader.

Make sure that the hydraulic hoses are positioned so that they will not get in
between the coupli
ng plate of the loader and the attachment, and that they will
not get squeezed or chafed against sharp edges.
Step 2:
Turn the quick coupling plate hydraulically to an obliquely forward position.
Drive the loader onto the attachment. If your loader i
s equipped with a
telescopic boom, you can use it to reach to the coupling brackets of the
attachment.

Align the upper pins of the loader’s quick coupling plate so that they are under
the corresponding brackets of the attachment.
Step 3:
Lift the boom slightly –
pull the boom control lever backward to lift the
attachment just off the ground.

Turn the boom control lever left to turn the bottom section of the quick coupling
plate of the loader onto the attachment.
Lock the locking pins manually or lock the hydraulic locking.
Always check the locking of both locking pins.

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WARNING
Risk of crushing - Avoid tipping over the attachment.
Excessive tilting or lifting of an
unlocked attachment increases the risk of tipping the attachment over. Do not use
the
automatic locking of the locking pins when the attachment is lifted more than one meter
from the ground. If the locking pins do not return to the normal position when tilting, do
not tilt or raise the attachment any more. Lower the attachment on the gr
ound and
secure the locking manually.
WARNING
Risk of falling objects -
Prevent dropping of
attachment.
An attachment that has not been completely locked to the
loader may fall on the boom or towards the operator, or
fall under the loader during dri
ving, causing loss of
control of the loader. Never move or lift an attachment
that has not been locked. Before moving or lifting the
attachment, make sure that the locking pins are in the
lower position and come through the fasteners on the
attachment on both sides.
WARNING
Make sure the loader is compatible with the attachment.
Stability of the loader,
possible overload of the attachment, and compatibility of loader control systems must be
ensured in addition to mechanical compatibility of the a
ttachment. If you use the
attachment with a loader that is not fit to be used with the attachment model you have,
risks include tipping over, damage to attachment due to overload, and risks related to
uncontrolled motion of attachment and its parts. If you
r loader is not listed in Table 1 on
page , ask your Avant dealer before using this attachment.

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6. Instructions for use
Practise the use of the attachment and the controls of the loader in a safe area. If you are unfamiliar with the
particular loader model, it is recommended to practice its use without any attachments.
WARNING
Risk of tipping over - Avoid overload.
Loader can tip over
when handling too heavy loads, or because of dynamic
movements caused by driving with and handling of a heavy
load. Do
not extend the telescopic boom when the load
approaches the lifting capacity of the loader, or when the
loader boom is in horizontal position. When you notice that
the rear wheels of the loader are about to lift from the ground,
or if the load indicator of the loader (if fitted) signals:
Lower the load calmly and retract the telescopic boom
Avoid sudden changes in speed or direction whenever load is lifted
Use additional counterweights as needed
WARNING
Risk of falling from height and crushing un
der an
attachment or loader -
Never use the attachment as a
lifting platform or to carry people.
Never use the loader or
its attachments to lift persons or as any kind of work platform
even temporarily. Never climb on the attachment.
Always lower the attac
hment on the ground before leaving
the driver's seat. The loader is not intended to hold loads
lifted for longer periods of time.
6.1 Checks before use
Ensure that bystanders are at a safe distance when operating the equipment. Do not let anyone to
enter danger area of the boom or to stay directly in front of the loader. Also make sure that it is safe to
reverse with the loader. Never assume that bystanders will remain where you last saw them;
especially children are often attracted to the moving equipment.
Check the general condition of the attachment and the loader, and check for possible hydraulic oil
leaks. Do the daily checks of the loader, see the operator's manual of the loader. The attachment must
not be used, if there is a fault in the hydraulic system of the loader or the attachment. Refer to Chapter
7 for maintenance instructions.
Operate the attachment and the controls of the loader only when seated on the driver’s seat. Ensure
that the loader and the attachment are used in a safe manner and as intended. Do not allow children
to operate the equipment.
Remember correct working methods and avoid leaving the driver’s seat unnecessarily.
.

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6.2 Using a bucket
Correct working method is important when lifting material from a pile, as lifting material from a pile requires the
most power from the loader. Use high engine rpm and read the instructions how to operate the loader
correctly from the operator’s manual of the loader.
Filling a bucket by pushing towards a pile of heavy material and then trying to lift or tilt the bucket is not
possible with any loader type. The most effective way to fill a bucket is to push only the tip of the bucket into a
pile, and then material is cut into the bucket by simultaneous driving, lifting and tilting of the bucket, as
illustrated in the following figures. The same basic technique is also applicable when digging material from
ground.
1
Drive slowly, using moderate
to high engine rpm.

Once the tip of the bucket is
in the pile, begin to tilt the
bucket.
2

Scoop the
bucket full by
simultaneous driving forward,
tilting, and lifting the bucket.
3
Once the bucket is almost full,
lift the bucket with loader
boom.
Keep driving slowly forward.

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.
CAUTION
Keep the loader stable. Always
transport the bucket as
low and
close to the ground as possible. Lift
only at unloading location. Keep the
telescopic boom retracted during
drive.
WARNING
Risk of sudden stop - Drive slow when bucket is placed against the ground
. Avoid
hazards related to sudden stopping
of the loader. Hitting an obstacle will stop the loader
suddenly, for example in snow clearing work. Check the operating area before operation
and use the seat belt.
If the loader is not equipped with the boom self levelling:
WARNING
Prevent material from falling on you - Monitor the position of the bucket. When
lifting material to a high level, the quick coupling plate must be simultaneously tilted to
prevent the load from falling from on the loader or the operator. Fitting the loader with the
boom self levelling option makes repeated loading work easier.
WARNING
Avoid sudden loss of stability - Never drag loads from e.g. a shelf.
If the load that
you want to lift from height is too heavy, the loader can tip forward when reversing with
the lo
ader. Never reverse and drag with the loader before making sure that the loader
can handle the load that is being lifted.
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6.3 Material handling
Use maximum load indicated in the diagram of the operator’s manual of the loader as a guideline. Remember
that the actual load carrying capacity varies according to operating conditions, especially unevenness of
operating area has a great effect. Be especially careful when the load sensor indicator is activated. Also,
make sure that the ground surface is firm and follow recommended tire pressures.
WARNING
Risk of tipping over -
Avoid overload and keep heavy load close to the loader. Keep
loads close to the ground whenever driving, especially during turns and uneven
terrain. Pay attention that a heavy load o
r long distance between the loader and the
centre of gravity of the load will affect the balance and handling of the loader. The use of
additional counterweights is recommended especially when operating smaller loader
models. For 200 series loader the whee
l weights are recommended. With heavy loads,
the telescopic boom must be kept retracted while moving with the loader. Always wear
seat belt.
The information shown in Table 8 can be used to estimate the weight of the load and to avoid too heavy loads.
The values shown in table are intended to serve as general guidelines. Actual material densities may vary
greatly according to factors such as moisture content and compactness of the material.
Table 8 - Typical material densities
Material Density of material, (indicative),
kg / l (t / m³)
Snow 0,2 - 0,8 Example:
General bucket A36709 (volume 220 l, empty
weight 78 kg) is filled with gravel.
The weight of the load, depending on the actual
density of the material, is roughly between 1,7 *
220 +79 = 450 kg and 1,9 * 220 + 79 = 500 kg.
The load carrying capacity must be estimated by
taking in account the compactness of the material
and the evenness of the load
Wood chips 0,15 - 0,3
Wood pellet ~ 0,65
Peat 0,4 - 0,7
Soil 1,5 - 1,8
Gravel 1,7 - 1,9
Sand 1,5 - 2
Concrete, dry 1,7 – 2,5
Crushed rock 1,65 - 2,6