GENERATOR GP 2698096 - Caterpillar

Know the location of buried cables. Mark them clearly before digging.Consult your Caterpillar dealer for special bucket tips available for use in severe applications.Move the machine whenever the digging position is not efficient. The machine can be moved forward or backward anytime during the operating cycle.To work in and out of close places, utilize the bucket, or other equipment to push or pull the machine, or to lift the tracks.Use smooth, comfortable speeds while operating.For efficient operation, use more than one control at a time when possible.Locate a truck so the machine can load it from the rear or side. Load trucks evenly to avoid overloading the rear axles.An oversized bucket or one equipped with blade-type side cutters, should not be used in rocky material. It slows down the cycle and damage to the bucket and other machine components could result.Backhoe Operation
Digging
1. Position the stick at a 70° angle to the ground. 2. Position the bucket cutting edge at a 120° angle to the ground. Maximum breakout force can now be exerted with the bucket. 3. Move the stick in and keep the bucket parallel with the ground. 4. If the stick travel stops due to the load, adjust the depth of cut by raising the boom and/or curling the bucket.5. To apply the greatest force at the cutting edge, down pressure must be decreased as the stick moves in.6. Maintain a bucket attitude that ensures a continuous flow of material into the bucket.7. Continue the pass with the bucket traveling in a horizontal direction, peeling material into it. 8. Close the bucket and raise the boom at pass completion. 9. Engage the swing control when the bucket is clear of the excavation. 10. To dump, move the stick out and open the bucket in one smooth motion.Lifting Objects
To prevent injury, do not exceed the rated load capacity of the machine. If the machine is not on level ground, load capacities will vary.Use short slings to prevent excessive load swing.
Damage to bucket cylinder, bucket or linkage could result if slings are placed incorrectly.
There may be some local government regulations regarding the use of excavators to lift heavy objects. Please observe these regulations where they apply. Use the lifting bar provided on the linkage to lift objects. Lifting capacities are calculated from this point. Adjust to this accordingly.If the lifting bar is used, the connection must be made by means of a sling or shackle. An unstable condition can exist if a load exceeds the machine load rating or, if a heavy load is swung over an end or side. Picking up a load over a corner is the most stable position. For the best stability, carry a load close to the machine and close to the ground. Lift capacity decreases as the distance from the swing centerline is increased.Equipment Changing
Versa-Link (If Equipped)
Place the stick near vertical. Rotate tool so that links and wedges are near vertical. Lower the equipment close to the ground but not touching the ground.The