Operating Instructions
TA9 & TA10 Dumper 0803-3 December 2010 7-10
Gradients
Ascending, descending or crossing gradients should be done
with extreme care.
See Gradients in Safety section in this manual for further
information.
Descending Gradients
The operator must select a suitable low gear for descending the
gradient. If the operator is in any doubt as to the gear to be
selected, first gear must be selected.
Stopping and Moving off on a gradient steeper than the
handbrake capability
• Stop the vehicle on the footbrake, continue to apply the
footbrake and apply the handbrake, and select neutral on the
forward reverse switch.
• To move off select 1st gear then forward/reverse, hold the
vehicle on the handbrake, release the footbrake and apply the
throttle to drive against the handbrake.
• When the vehicle starts to move in the desired direction
release the handbrake and move off.
To Tip The Skip
• Position the machine where the load is to be discharged.
• Ensure the area is clear of bystanders.
• Move the control lever (A) forwards.
The skip will elevate and the load will be discharged.
To Lower The Skip
Move the control lever (A) rearwards.
The skip will lower.
NOTICE
Ensure the machine has stopped before moving the
forward/reverse switch to the opposite direction
b
NEVER Elevate The Skip Unless The Dumper Is On Level
Ground
b
Do Not Use Raised Skip as a Bulldozer Blade.