18 (24)
.
The information shown in Table 5 can be used to estimate the weight of the load and to avoid too heavy loads.
The values shown in table are intended to serve as general guidelines. Actual material densities may vary
greatly according to factors such as moisture content and compactness of the material.
Table 5 - Typical material densities
Material
Density of material, (indicative),
kg / l (t / m³)
Snow
0,2 - 0,8
Example:
General bucket A36709 (volume 220 l, empty
weight 78 kg) is filled with gravel.
The weight of the load, depending on the actual
density of the material, is roughly between 1,7 *
220 +79 = 450 kg and 1,9 * 220 + 79 = 500 kg.
The load carrying capacity must be estimated by
taking in account the compactness of the material
and the evenness of the load
Wood chips
0,15 - 0,3
Wood pellet
~ 0,65
Peat
0,4 - 0,7
Soil
1,5 - 1,8
Gravel
1,7 - 1,9
Sand
1,5 - 2
Concrete, dry
1,7
– 2,5
Crushed rock
1,65 - 2,6
6.5
Operating on inclined terrain
Extra caution is needed when using the equipment on inclined terrains and slopes. Drive slowly especially on
inclined, uneven, or slippery surfaces, and avoid sudden changes in speed or direction. Operate the controls
of the loader with careful and smooth movements. Watch out for ditches, holes on the ground, and other
obstacles, as hitting an obstacle may cause the loader to tip over.
Maximum lifting capacity can not be achieved on inclined terrain. On horizontally tilted terrain the load must
not be lifted high. The loader frame articulation should be kept straight when lifting heavy loads; turning the
load during lifting operation will affect the stability of the loader and may lead to overturning of the machine.
6.5.1
Operation with the tilt adapter
When working on sligthly inclined terrains, the tilt adapter A34148 is an useful attachment (available for
loaders in 300-700
–series and R series). The adapter is fitted in between the attachment and the quick
coupling plate of the loader. The adapter allows the attachment to be tilted ±12.5 degrees sideways. Read the
instructions provided with the tilt adapter. More information about the tilt adapter is available from your AVANT
retailer or from the AVANT web pages at www.avanttecno.com.
