BackfillingThere are two effective methods of backfilling. IMPORTANT: DO NOT bulldoze with bucket in the dump position, as damage could result to the bellcrank linkage. When dozing, keep bucket bottom parallel to the ground. 1. Use loader bucket as a dozer. As bucket approaches the trench, material being pushed will fall into the trench. Reverse direction and reposition loader to maintain a 90° angle to the trench line.2. Push material to the trench as in method 1. Use a combination of accelerator and brake/inching pedals to maintain high engine rpm. Dump material into the trench while placing direction selector lever in neutral. When bucket is dumped, use a combination of accelerator and brake/inching pedals and reposition loader for a 90° angle to the trench line. If filling, spread material in thin layers. Operate at nearly full rpm and dump material on-the-go. Reverse direction just prior to emptying bucket. Loader will compact fill material as it works. |
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