The operator of the skip loader is responsible for handling it. Care must be taken to avoid injury or damage. Before operating the skip loader make sure that you have read and are fully aware of the warnings in this manual and on the skip loader.
To load a skip, follow the procedure listed below.
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Make sure that there is nobody within the working area of the skip loader. -
Position the vehicle in front of the skip so that its is centered and parallel to the skip, as shown. - Apply the vehicle's parking brake.
- Lower the vehicle's axles.
- Turn the hydraulic pump ON. See "Hydraulic Pump".
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Activate both support legs and lower them. Verify that they are placed firmly and secure on the ground. -
Tip the lifting arm so that the lifting plates hang over the skip as shown. - Use the folding arm and ensure that the boom pipe is positioned so that it is over the skip's center of gravity.
- Connect the lifting plates onto the skip. Verify that they are connected properly.
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Use the lifting arm and lift the skip onto the skip loader, as shown. -
Use the lifting arm to ensure that the skip is positioned so that it butts up against the front container stops. -
Cover the skip so that there is no risk of objects flying off when driving the vehicle. -
Fully lower the lifting arm and the folding arm. Do not drive the vehicle with the lifting arm or folding arm raised. -
Make sure that the skip container is properly secured onto the vehicle before driving it. Secure it with the fastening equipment. -
Insert the two rear stays at the back of the skip loader, as shown. -
Raise both of the support legs. - Turn the hydraulic pump OFF.
If necessary, place supports under the support legs so that they do not sink into the ground.
See also "Support Legs – Safety Monitoring".
Use the folding arm to ensure that the skip moves freely from the back of the skip loader towards the front of it.
Be careful when using the skip loader. The skip can become damaged if the skip loader is not used properly.
If necessary, the container stops can be adjusted to fit different size skips.
Do not drive the vehicle with a loaded skip that is uncovered. Loose objects can fly off the vehicle and cause serious damage to the environment or other drivers.
The driver of the vehicle is responsible for the safety of other drivers and the environment.
The skip container must be correctly secured, including the use of both front and side container stops. Failure to do so can lead to serious injury or damage.
If the skip loader is equipped with JOAB's safety-wire-system (extra option), as shown, use it to secure the skip.
Always hold the handle on the safety wire while it is extended. Then connect it onto the skip's lifting lugs.
Do not hold onto the safety wire when it is tightened. There is a risk for becoming trapped!