Operating The Loader - New Holland 16LA Operator's Manual

OPERATING THE LOADER

1. The equipment owner is responsible to make
certain that all operators read this manual
thoroughly and understand the safety pre-
cautions and proper operating procedures.
Be certain all operators are qualified before
allowing operation.
2. Always check with proper authorities for
underground utilities before digging.
3. Exercise caution when operating the loader
with a raised bucket or attachment.
4. Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes. These are
dangerous conditions for loader operation or
transport.
5. Use caution when operating on steep grades.
Always carry the bucket or attachment in the
lowest possible position to maintain maxi-
mum stability. Select the proper gear
BEFORE attempting to travel on a steep
grade. Avoid shifting on grades and never
"free wheel".
6. Be sure to allow for the length of the loader
when making turns or working in confined
areas.
7. Stop the loader arms gradually when raising
or lowering the loader.
8. Carry the bucket or attachment as low as
possible to increase visibility during trans-
port.
9. When parked or during servicing of the
loader, lower the bucket to the ground, stop
the engine, set the park brake and remove the
key from the key switch. Special care should
be taken to park or store attachments with
sharp points or edges in a safe manner.
10. Do not operate loader controls unless
properly seated in the operator's seat.
11. NEVER attempt to handle large, heavy
objects such as large round or rectangle
bales, logs or oil drums unless the specific
special attachments are used. Handling such
objects is not recommended without special
equipment.
12. Handling large heavy objects can be
dangerous due to the following:
danger of overturning the tractor
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danger of upending the tractor
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danger of the object rolling or sliding
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down the loader arms onto the operator
13. If the type of work in precaution # 12 must be
performed adhere to the following:
always use the proper attachment
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never lift the load higher than necessary
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to clear the ground while moving
ballast the rear of the tractor to compen-
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sate for the weight of the load
never lift large or heavy objects with
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equipment that does not have an
anti-rollback device
move slowly and carefully, avoiding
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rough or uneven terrain
14. Loader lift capacity and break-away capacity
diminish as the loader height is increased.
Use care not to grasp more material than the
loader is designed to handle.
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