CG958G Wheel Loader. Manual - part 9

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path, strength of bridge, topography and geography of work site.   

 When moving in wet or floppy places, avoid falling of wheels and take care to effects of 

brake.  

 When operating in water or swamp, do not let the bottom of drive axle contact with water. 

 The earth piled up on ground or near trenches is floppy. It may collapse under the weight of 

machine or by vibration of machine, resulting in rollover of the machine.   

 Avoid approaching suspensions or deep trenches. The weight or vibration of machine may 

cause collapse of these places and result in rollover of machine and people injuries.   

 When there is a danger of falling rocks or rollover, use protective devices (FOPS & ROPS).   

 When working in rainy days, the operation environment may vary from that when it begins 

to rain and special care shall be taken. There will be deposit on the ground after earthquake 

or explosion occurs and special care shall be taken.     

 When working on snow ground, the loading operation may change significantly according 

to the types of the snow. The load shall be reduced and take care to avoid slipping of 

machine on the ground.   

5.7 Safe Drive on Slopes 

 When driving aside or changing directions on slopes, there is a danger of rollover of 

vehicle. Do not conduct this dangerous operation.   

 Avoid turning directions on slopes. Do not turn until the vehicle reaches flat ground. When 

operating on hilltops, banks or slopes, slow down and turn by smaller angles.     

 Whenever it is practical, prefer to drive up or down slopes than on lanes or sidewalks.   

 Select appropriate shift before driving down slopes. Never shift gears on driving down 

slopes. When driving down slopes, it is a good practice to select the shift as same as when 

driving up.   

 When driving on slopes, because the center of gravity of vehicle has shifted to the front 

wheels or rear wheels, operate with care and never brake abruptly.   

 When driving on hills, banks or slopes, keep the bucket close to ground at a height of 

approximately 20～30cm (8—12inch). Lower the bucket down to ground in case of 

emergency to help stopping the vehicle or preventing rollover.     

 When driving to slopes with full load: 

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  Drive with the shift. 

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Move forward when climbing up and backward when descending.       

Do not turn.   

 When driving down slopes and needing to stop, adopt the braking method of stopping 

without cutting off the power, i.e. step on the brake pedal. When using this method that 

does not cut off the power, do not operate shift control lever or place the transmission case 

at neutral position. If the speed is faster than the shift speed, step on brake peddle to slow 

down. The load will push the machine down the slope; place the shift lever at the first gear 

when starting to descend the slope.     

 When driving the machine on slopes and the engine stops, step down the brake peddle to its 

full to brake, lower down the bucket to ground, and then use parking brake to fix the 

position of the machine.   

 If the engine stops when the machine is on a slope (grade of slope＜15 degree＝, step on 

the brake peddle immediately and lower down the bucket on ground, then use the parking 

brake. Place the direction and shift control levers at the middle position, then restart the 

engine.                                               

5.8 Traction and Trailer   

When hauling a machine that is not able to move, if the method adopted is not correct or 

the cable wire chosen is defective, injuries or death may be caused.   

 Operate in accordance with the related contents in the Servicing Manual and Product 

Instructions. Other incorrect traction methods may cause people injuries.     

 Pad the machine properly to prevent its movement before releasing the brake. If the 

machine is not padded properly, it may slip and cause injuries and damages. The linkage of 

the trailer must be firm! 

 Both the drawing machine and the machine being drawn shall install ROPS. 

 Select proper cable wire. The cable wire to be used shall not have any cutoff strand, kink or 

shrunken diameter. Wear leather gloves while handling cable wire.     

 When preparing traction work with other workers, agree on the signals to be used before 

starting the work.   

 If the engine cannot be started or brake system is out of order, please contact the 

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manufacturer and repair it.   

 It is dangerous to haul a machine on slopes. Select a place where the slope is as flat as 

possible.  

 If the machine that is out of order is to be hauled by another machine, the cable wire to be 

used must be strong enough to bear the load of the broken machine. When linking the 

machine to be hauled, nobody is allowed to walk to the space between the drawing machine 

and the machine to be drawn.   

 The coupler of the machine to be drawn shall be in the same straight line of the traction part 

of the drawing machine and be in place properly.   

 Do not stride over the drawing cable or cable wire.   

 

A traction mechanism is equipped inside the counterweight 

of the frame of this machine. When needing to haul this 

machine, or use this machine as the tractor, operate in 

compliance with the “tractor” instruction.   

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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 Safe operation

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6.1 Keep Good Operation Practice 

 Always sit on the seat while operating and make sure to fasten safety belt and safety 

protective device. The vehicle shall be always at a status under control.   

 Operate the control lever of work devices accurately. Manipulate the control levers 

accurately; avoid misoperation.   

 Listen to the sound of the machine carefully. Report for repair immediately when there is an 

abnormal sound. Do not repair any part that is working.   

 The load shall not be heavier than rated load weight. Confirm the weight of load materials 

beforehand to avoid overload. Chengdu Construction Machinery Co., Ltd is not liable to 

any machine damages or people injuries caused by overload. 

 Do not rush into stockpiles at a high speed. Otherwise the vehicle may be damaged, the 

operator inclined to be injured and the goods damaged.   

 The vehicle shall be kept at a vertical angle to the load material. If operating obliquely, the 

vehicle is inclined to lose its balance and become unsafe.   

 Before entering into narrow areas such as tunnels, overbridges or garages to work, inspect 

the conditions of the site.   

 In heavily windy days, load materials down the wind. 

  When loading on a truck or a dumper, take care to prevent the bucket from bumping into 

the truck or dumper. Nobody is allowed to stand underneath the bucket; the bucket shall not 

be place above the cab of the truck.   

  Stop operation when visibility is lowered by smoke, fog, or dust. Lighting equipments 

must be installed if the light at work site is insufficient.   

 Remember the following points when operating at nights: 

1．Make sure sufficient lighting equipments have been installed; 

2．Make sure the work lamps on the loader are at a normal status.   

3．Misjudgment of the height of and distance between objects are common when 

working at nights. Please operate with caution.     

6.2 Pay attention to Surroundings of Work Area