
In this video clip, a worker aggressively over-lifts the discharge lever on a concrete mixer, causing the control plate to jump its tracking rails. With the gate mechanism now stuck open, concrete pours uncontrollably—overflowing the wheelbarrow and spreading across the ground. This common mishap occurs when levers exceed safe mid-position marks during dumping. Proper technique requires lifting only halfway for steady flow control, avoiding forceful upward motions that dislodge components. To resolve such failures, immediate hammer-taps must realign the plate while shovels contain spills. Remember: Partial lever lifts ensure smooth operations; full-height raises risk mechanical faults and material waste.