Gehl 418T Wheel, Operator'S Manual

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Safety instructions
2.5 Safety instructions for service and maintenance
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Avoid any unsafe operational mode!
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Observe the adjusting, maintenance and inspection activities and service intervals set
out in the operator’s manual, including information on the replacement of parts/partial
equipment.
These activities may be performed by skilled personnel only.
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The machine may not be serviced, repaired or test-driven by unauthorized personnel.
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Inform operating personnel before beginning special operations and maintenance work!
Appoint a person to supervise the activities!
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In any work concerning the operation, conversion or adjustment of the machine and its
safety devices, or any work related to maintenance, inspection and repair, observe the
start-up and shut-down procedures set out in the operator’s manual, and the infor-
mation on maintenance work.
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If required, secure the maintenance area appropriately!
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Prior to performing service, maintenance and repair work, attach a warning label, such
as “Repair work – do not start machine!”, to the ignition lock/steering wheel or to the
control elements.
Remove the ignition key!
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Perform service, maintenance and repair work only if:
• machine is positioned on firm and level ground
• Transmission control lever is in neutral position
• Parking brake is applied
• All hydraulically movable attachments and working equipment have been lowered to
the ground
• Engine is stopped
• Ignition key is removed, and
• machine has been secured against unintentional movement
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If maintenance or repair is required with the engine running:
• Only work in groups of two
• Both persons must be authorized to operate the machine
• One person must be seated on the operator seat and maintain visual contact with the
other person
• Observe the specific safety instructions in the respective work manual
• Keep a safe distance from all rotating and moving parts, e.g. fan blades, V-belt
drives, PTO shaft drives, fans, etc.
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Prior to performing assembly work on the machine, be sure no movable parts will roll
away or start moving.
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To avoid the risk of accidents, individual parts and large assemblies being moved for
replacement purposes must be carefully attached and secured to lifting tackle.
Use only suitable lifting gear and suspension systems in a good condition with
adequate lifting capacity!
Never work or stand under suspended loads!