Before operating a dozer, make sure an experienced construction professional walks you through the operation step by step.
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Put the key in the ignition of your bulldozer. Release the safety brake on the left side if the dozer has one.
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Turn the key to start the dozer. Leave your foot on the brake while starting the dozer. Leave the ignition in the “Run” position.
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Ease your foot off the brake. Let your foot hover over the brake while driving so that you are prepared to stop at all times.
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Click the main joystick forward to drive forward. Click it backward to reverse. Hold it gently to either side to drive left or right.
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Press the joystick on the right forward or backward to move the blade. Tilt the joystick left or right to tilt the blade. Swing the joystick left or right to turn the blade without tilting it. The blade is the piece of equipment at the front of the dozer.
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Press down on the decelerator to stop the bulldozer. Press down on the decelerator when going from forward to reverse and when stopping the dozer.
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Put the parking brake back in place. Turn the ignition to the “Off” position. Make sure the dozer is completely “Off” before getting out of the driver’s seat.