How to Operate a Wheel Loader (ep. 065)

Wheel loader, front end loader, bucket loader - different names, same type of awesome machinery. In this episode of Inside the Sandbox from Hastings Minnesota, we show you how to operate a Komatsu WA270 wheel loader. This important piece of construction equipment is used to move and load heavy material from job sites all over the world.
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[@DenpaKei]

Thank you so much for this. Just got hired as a groundskeeper and while they are going to be training me, I now feel 150% more confident going in.

[@doylee469]

I just started a job as state highway maintenance… they have ALOT of equipment.. they will be starting me on a loader to load salt onto our plows for snow and ice removal. Thanks so much for this man. I told them I know nothing about it.. maybe on my first day using it i’ll suprise them!

[@FarmHandz-cx4rn]

How's the highway maintenance job? Do you still got it? Are you an experienced operator now?

[@thewaltersshow609]

I appreciate the videos. I'm a rookie and appreciate any and all information I can receive about operating loaders. I have about 20 hours on a machine. It sounds, to me, the more hours you put on a machine the better you become. Experience is key.

[@hamedrobaty5202]

This has absolutely zero to do with my job by any means, and yet I enjoyed how well and seamless it is explained. Well done mate

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment! Ya never know when you might need to know it!

[@LavkushKumar-mu4fx]

@@HeavyMetalLearning UC up

[@traeygage8647]

I advise all my new operators to watch your videos. Excellent enrty-level info that covers all the basic controls and operational procedures! Thank you for your detailed tutorials!

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Love to hear that. Thanks for the comment!

[@thegoodearth7]

As with other videos; simple, straight to the points, and well-taught! I know you are told this a lot, but you really are an excellent teacher!

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Appreciate it every time I hear it....thanks!

[@vilenius187]

Thanks to you and KZbin, I can now operate almost any machine at a construction site. Now I just need to find one

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Good luck....ha!

[@andrewdavies9237]

😂😂😂

[@jerryprince9921]

Take any advice from this vid you wont last on a site

[@MsASHBO]

It's not that easy.there are fine touches you gotta'learn or get in order to do some of what was done in the video.

[@TankiOnline1100]

@@someguy920 Ok boomer

[@miguelrivas1109]

Thank you I'm new to this area of industry. Very excited to learn! Started my new job as an agriculture hauler. 10 years of driving commercial trucks, and finally given the opportunity to live every 8 year olds dream (at least is what I think) to operate a real life Tonka truck lol. Thank you and you now have a new subscriber.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Congrats on the new job. Always love chatting with our truck drivers that haul in the equipment (I would love to drive an 18-wheeler some day). Thanks for the comment and subscribe!

[@williamgosnell9491]

All these people on here leaving comments about what you did wrong. Good grief. Were they born with a phd in large equipment operation? No, they just want attention. I appreciate the time and effort to make these videos. Very helpful to me. Thanks and keep digging.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thank you! Appreciate the supportive comments! Just let us know if there are any other videos you would like to see.

[@CoachZero52]

Recently ran a WA 800 and noticed they don’t have an impeller clutch/rim pull control like Caterpillar, why is that?

[@HHTV60]

I'm starting a Loader Operator training next week. This was a good introduction to the machine. Thank you!

[@carloscervantes364]

Been a loader operator for a couple months for a pipe laying crew in tn this is pretty cool to watch coming from a John deer loader

[@cameronjohnson6743]

feel like i can actually become a real operator after watching all this guys videos. completely understand everythng takes loads of stress off

[@abelyesaya3508]

Thank for you basic training, yesterday I completed wheel loader short course, and now I have my certificate in wheel loader operation. Thank you so much

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

That is awesome to hear! Congrats!

[@Nothingtoya]

I've never heard of certified operators. Where do they do this?

[@mandataruu8685]

they should see those videos, and after an complex exam passeed... can drive those live.. its a hard way to repeat all this with everyone.. you sir are a legend.. tnx

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@adamabdallah7497]

Oooh nice teacher thanks for teaching

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Any time

[@wontonnoodle2169]

As I'm learning and getting my heavy duty machine certifications it's great to learn more different machines and different operating functions on different machinez great instructor with great informations Thank you🙏🙏👌👍👍👍

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You’re welcome...thanks for the comment!

[@SymboIik]

About to become an apprentice.. so this video is very helpful

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Good luck!

[@tracyhanson8728]

Cool video. I don't call my self an operator. I'm just a runner or lever puller . Before I start mine up I check the fluid levels and I can't stand dirty windows so I clean those . MSHA requires a preshift inspection report. We also have scales and have to do a few warm up lifts to activate it . I've found when digging is more tight piles like shot rock I will level the bucket and then just a slight bump forwards on the bucket lever helps to loosen up the pile . Some loaders have an automatic kick down so if your in second or third gear it will go to first when you hit the pile . I been running equipment for over 30 years and still don't know nuttin . Just a lever puller . Thank you for sharing your video I enjoyed it very much

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@deemakanyire7868]

you are absolutely a wonderful teacher i learn more from your videos

[@shortfunnyvideosndekanisek3091]

I like this machine too much, may be in the future I will be a great operator . Thank you for your training.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment...good luck!

[@deanmendoza546]

Sir i learned how to operate a loader and hydraulic excavator because of watching your videos.thank you godbless

[@maxbejagan2497]

Thank you so much sir. I learned how to operate wheel loader.

[@edwinwere5994]

Sir thank you for good job u are doing

[@austinwohlmuth702]

These videos on learning how to operate heavy equipment is really helpful

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@austinwohlmuth702]

@@HeavyMetalLearning your welcome

[@fbisecretagent6910]

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[@austinwohlmuth702]

@@fbisecretagent6910 I'm what?

[@johnhackmanhcobbina1979]

@@HeavyMetalLearning please I'm new and i want to learn so how can i contact you, am in Italy now

[@flo-grownplumber6]

That Komatsu is a Cadillac. The Cat i used to operate was a beat up and didn't have an enclosed cab. Fun days though!

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Yeah...we love our Komatsu

[@user-uk8dl9ky1z]

Thank you for your effort

[@jimmyfrancois1974]

Thanks a lot dear Sir for this teaching is very helpful.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You’re welcome!

[@musashongwe5532]

Thank you 🙏.you know how to teach people

[@kingalex2083]

Just got hired for a backhoe. They got me on a wheel loader at the yard filling up dump trucks. I wish it wasn’t so slow.

[@davidmitchell9586]

Awesome Operator...teaching. Top Job Champ .👍

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thank you!

[@abdallahmuhamme2705]

Thank you for your help

[@edohgamon3842]

I really enjoy ur teaching........... Now i need to be employed

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment...and good luck!

[@shaaficimaxamedaxmedshaafi9667]

Thanks teacher 👍

[@MrMDee-si1bz]

Excellent video! Dude! Thanks! 👍🏻

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment dude!!!!

[@jahmelcervantes8439]

very nice tutorial

[@Moe1979100]

Pull up into it to get a full load. Words of wisdom

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@dadoboss3322]

Thank you very much, I need this video ... Thank you

[@robbrown1493]

got my license couple yrs ago, the only think freaks me out! when am raising bucket high for dumping load onto trucks, lol

[@mosesmalunga8665]

You are a great teacher

[@calebverdone105]

I’m ten years old and for some reason I’m watching this

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Much better than some other things you could be watching. Maybe you’ll be a future operator!

[@calebverdone105]

Yes I just finished watching the excavator ones

[@calebverdone105]

Thanks for replying

[@bensutherland6871]

Great video Thanks

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You are welcome!

[@tessiepadilla8916]

thank u so much sir...very substantial❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@matthewtayengwa6048]

I enjoyed it thank you

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@matanakibau]

Thank you

[@samuelleonardsr9900]

I love it Thank you.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment. Just let us know if there are other videos you would like to see.

[@shaerahmanrahaman7497]

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[@ferhatbilgin9425]

wonderful thank you

[@rockfangd]

What a excellent video. Thank you

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You’re welcome...thanks for the comment!

[@fortunepale259]

Excellent mr Man nice video, I'm hungry to know how to operate this,one day!

[@Drsikachepamtengowanyani7271]

I really appreciate and I need more because this is my course that I am doing right now so I need more instructions

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Keep watching vids and find a good local operator who might help train you.

[@davidd.foxell4271]

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[@soulshower]

Thumbs up for the bgm!

[@ExcavatoratWork]

Very useful video, i just love watching.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@thanujadayasri793]

Thanks Sir !

[@idrissakallon1111]

You make me like to drive it, You are so good in teaching the public classic demonstration , I need this job if there is any vancy am a driver I know how to drive it well, you just add to my talent.

[@esusekaw1598]

Tanx sir for teaching god belssd you dear

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You’re welcome

[@regburton8615]

Awesome stuff. I love the way you explain things in simple ways....DO YOU HAVE any videos on WA 1200 wheel loader.. Id like to see this please

[@thabangmorua5172]

Excellent

[@nicodemuskilonzo6849]

Wouw good training.I wish I can get such training practically

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@MrsCallofDuty]

you can find heavy equipment training places

[@antientdude1100]

Thanks for sharing.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You're welcome!

[@AllEverythingEquipment]

Thanks

[@nimbonajoel3443]

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[@qanonsarmy4577]

Just got my certification last week thanks for the tips

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Congrats! You're welcome!

[@vannagomez08]

Was it hard?

[@qanonsarmy4577]

Just had to study

[@bishoponetv7488]

Am very grateful God bless u

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thank you

[@abdulrahim4570]

Good

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks!

[@petemiller519]

Good video, really enjoyed your series.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks

[@mussahamis6521]

Thank you for your video

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You’re welcome...thanks for the comment!

[@GRamerDim]

Door not locked, cut seat belt with a flamethrower. Got it thanks 👍

[@karankang560]

Thnaku so much

[@user-fd9or7sf2p]

This is awesome

[@abdulrahim4570]

thankiyou very much brother

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You’re welcome...thanks for the comment!

[@geanitsucuneli4791]

Nice and Cool! Thanks!

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@disonotshukudu9341]

Thanks, now I know how to operate

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

you're welcome!

[@disonotshukudu9341]

What are need right now is the best certificates.

[@ljnouata9088]

I play PS4 call of duty. Really helped me pass the test this week lmao. Had no experience but was easier to use then I thought. not an expert but loved it. Thanks for the tips bro 🤙

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You’re welcome. Make sure to check out our Call of Duty - excavator assault tips video

[@ljnouata9088]

ExtremeSandbox thanks I will. Going for that ticket this Saturday.

[@kamsankowski6341]

Great video

[@reggiewhite5723]

Good video 👍🏽

[@Me2crzy]

You need to do video on operation of 963 k track loaders n grading. When going in rough materials you need to work the bucket back n forth to get a full load

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

We’ll see what we can do...thanks for the comment!

[@ivorkivuyo4518]

I like it

[@shougan333]

Thanks man.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You’re welcome.

[@millennialbeardo2720]

Love it!! You guys started in my hometown and I saw you on shark tank. Have always wanted to get out there to play around. Only thing I've operated is a skid. Wheel loaders have always been a dream to play with.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Awesome...thanks for the comment! Yes, you should definitely come out and play with our toys!

[@cangkirkopiraden]

Good explanation....👍

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for liking

[@minidriversouthsweden5137]

Excellent video it’s kinda cool to see how the machine works and how to operate it. That Komatsu front loader is kinda quiet compared to other machines. I’ve heard machines working for about a block away.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@mcebisizakwe-sw4wi]

thnks boss nyc job

[@tahraqapie4783]

thank you

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You’re welcome!

[@YounesTN.1988]

Vielen Dank

[@Midwest_life]

👍👍😀love your videos

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@tommystewart9182]

Hope you're doing well enjoy your videos I know I'm some of the loaders inside the cab I guess it tells how many yards that's in your bucket great video have a great day

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@MrSicko2]

I have a lot of experience operating my fathers 4x4 Massey Ferguson tractor. I learned to operate the front end loader on my own and developed a technique that works really well. So came to see this video out of curiosity. I'm surprised to know that much of the controls and operation are very similar.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Nothing better than learning on your own. I think most great operators learn by just getting their butt in the seat and running the machine. The more seat time, the better you become! Thanks for the comment!

[@abeljaisingh1605]

Tanks you

[@georgew.5639]

It takes good training and practice.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@andrewotai6105]

you are an amazing teacher thank you

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thank you for the compliment!

[@davidedwards1855]

Thanks for this video. I’ve been wondering for two years how the pit operators smooth out the ground so well with the loaders. I didn’t know you could make the boom “float”. Every time I’ve tried it I ended up digging a ditch! We have Cat loaders but I’ll guess that the “float” function works the same way. I’m going to try this the next time I have to load my own truck!

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Yes, should work in any brand (sometimes it’s slightly different in how to float it) but in general I’ve found just stabbing the right joy stick all the way forward will lock it forward which is float. Just make sure you only do this when the bucket is all the way on the ground already.

[@davidedwards1855]

+ExtremeSandbox Good advice! Thanks

[@TeeKoon]

Maybe the float function might be defective,if it;s the case you have to hold it pushed foward, have it fix when you have the chance it;s not very long to have it done. You have a switch to have your bucket level too but rise the angle a little bit to be safe...don;t forget to clean your working aera of any rocks or debris before loading your truck, rise ur bucket gradually when coming from a distance close to the truck not too far or too close and dump in the midle of ur box by rising and pitching ur bucket! Don;t try to go too fast too, speed will come with the time.

[@davidedwards1855]

+TeeKoon thanks for the reply. I have had the chance to try the float feature since I wrote that first comment and it worked fine on the loader I was using (950 Cat). It was just the operator (me) who didn’t know how it worked before.

[@SHAMBALLIN78]

@@davidedwards1855Try not to use that or the automatic leveler because most pieces of equipment that are over a year or 2 old don't have any of that working.

[@seawolf1990]

Very good teaching,my father belongs to local 14B operating engineers in nyc

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@m0nkeydust1]

So funny. Great video. This guy knows his stuff, but that wasn’t a three points of contact entry. We all do it. But hey. Companies are just covering their arses. You have an accident and they will not cover you if you don’t have three points of contact on entry! I have learned a lot from this guy.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Yeah...sometimes we even miss it. Thanks for the comment!

[@NadeemKhan-xw8mm]

Thanks allot

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

You’re welcome!

[@zigzag5805]

very good demo of wheeled loader . people saying its a one job machine when you got screens to feed wagons to load making ramps for huge stock piles safely. a wheeled loader is one of the most stressful and demanding jobs out there. been a operator over thirty years now . and been in situations that would send the faint hearted home for a clean pair of pants.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment!

[@vonheimlerstrudel]

That's funny. I know exactly what you're saying. I've been loading trucks and building stockpiles with 980 Cats for 29 years. New guys come in and try to do what we do. It really puts their ego in check quick ;)

[@zigzag5805]

What gets me is the new guy gets paid the same hourly rate . and you will be carrying him for 6 months or more while he learns the ropes. I live by 2 golden rules 1 your only as safe as the idiot your working with. 2 the most dangerous part of a loading shovel is the nut holding the wheel (steering wheel) so until he gets his head around the job. your thinking for 2

[@TeeKoon]

@@zigzag5805 And you get to do all the dirty work cause the boss tell you he's not good enuff yet, lately 2 new guys with basic training are quite good...

[@wajabaloch6419]

I like it this video

[@altafhussain1323]

Nice

[@jimmckillip7975]

I ran loader for 25 years at a underground mine here in Iowa 988f cat then before retiring had a 980G for three years worked there 40 year's

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Awesome!

[@a.k.nesbitt9224]

Three points of contact always! Then He takes both hands off the holds as he climbs in at 0:25. Too funny! Do what I do, Not what I say! errr Do what I say, NOT WHAT I DO! Good video!

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

I guess I’m not perfect either...shucks

[@UA-lg2ej]

Looks like they welded additional plates of steel on the bucket to increase the volume of material it can scoop! Badass idea

[@kyletracey5819]

Need to do some snow removal if you wanna film some how to push/pile snow training vids , come on up come january. Maybe ill show ya some snowremoval tips ! Cheers.

[@HeavyMetalLearning]

Thanks for the comment. Yes, will probably do some snow removal videos this winter. We are based in Minnesota so have plenty of the white stuff.