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When tramming a crawler excavator up a steep slope, how should the bucket be positioned?

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When climbing up a slope, the center of gravity shifts backwards. Keep the bucket approximately 20 to 30 cm off the ground facing downwards. If the excavator starts to slide, the operator can immediately drop the bucket teeth into the ground to anchor the machine.

When tramming a crawler excavator up a steep slope, how should the bucket be positioned?

Tucked tightly under the excavator chassis

Fully elevated way up to balance gravity

Lowered 20-30 cm off the ground, teeth down

Rotated 90 degrees to create lateral drag

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