BUCKET AS 2274704 - Caterpillar

Be sure no one is working on or near the machine to prevent injury. Keep the machine under control at all times to prevent injury.Reduce engine speed when maneuvering in tight quarters or when breaking over a rise.Select the gear range necessary before starting downgrade. Do not change gears while going downhill.A good practice is to use the same gear range going downgrade that would be used to go up the grade.Do not allow the engine to overspeed downhill. Use the service brake pedal to reduce engine overspeed going downhill.When the load is pushing the machine, turn the speed selector knob to FIRST speed before starting downhill.1. Adjust the operator's seat.2. Fasten the seat belt.3. Raise all attachments enough to clear any obstructions. 4. Push down on the brake pedal to keep the machine from moving. 5. Push the lock lever down to disengage the parking brake and to unlock the transmission lever. 6. Turn the directional control lever to the desired direction and turn the speed selector knob to the desired speed.7. Release the brake pedal.8. Move the governor control lever to the desired engine speed.
For operator comfort and maximum service life of power train components, deceleration and/or braking is recommended before any directional shifts are made.
Direction and Speed Changing
Speed and directional changes at full engine speed are possible. However, for operator comfort and maximum service life of transmission components, decelerating and or braking, when changing directions is recommended.1. Decrease the engine speed by pushing the governor control in, or by pushing the decelerator pedal down. 2. Push the brake pedal down to stop the machine. 3. Turn the transmission control lever to NEUTRAL.4. Shift the transmission to the desired direction and speed.5. Release the brake pedal.6. Increase the engine speed by releasing the decelerator pedal, or pulling back on the governor control lever.