Gehl 503Z, Operator'S Manual, Page: 35 / 132

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Eye Protection and Safety Clothing
Wear full eye protection, ear and head protection,
safety shoes, gloves and any other protective clothing
or equipment as needed while operating the machine.
Safety Equipment Maintenance
Machinery guards and body panel covers must be in
place at all times. Keep clear of rotating parts, such as
cooling fan and alternator belts, which could catch hair,
jewelry or loose clothing.
All safety equipment must be maintained so it is
always in good condition.
Safety-critical parts must be periodically replaced.
Replace the following potentially fire-sensitive
components as soon as they begin to show signs of
deterioration:
• Fuel system flexible hoses, fuel tank overflow
drain hose and the fuel filler cap.
• Hydraulic system hoses, especially the pump outlet
lines.
Keep mounting brackets and hose and cable routing
straps tight. Hose routing should have gradual bends.
Breathing Masks and Ear Protection
Remember that some risks to your health may not be
immediately apparent. Exhaust gases and noise pollu-
tion may not be visible, but these hazards can cause
permanent injuries.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Only trained and authorized personnel, with a full
awareness of safe procedures, should be allowed to
operate or perform maintenance or service on the
machine.
Use solid support blocking. Never rely on jacks or
other inadequate supports when maintenance work is
being done. Block tracks front and back to prevent any
movement.
Keep fuel and other fluid reservoir caps tight. Do not
start the engine until caps have been secured.
Never attempt to bypass the keyswitch to start the
engine. Use only the proper jump-starting procedure
according to See “Using a Booster Battery (Jump-
Starting)” on page 4-15.
Never use hands to search for hydraulic fluid leaks.
Instead, use a piece of paper or cardboard. Escaping
fluid under pressure can be invisible and can penetrate
the skin and cause serious injury. If any fluid is injected
into your skin, see a doctor at once. Injected fluid must
be surgically removed by a doctor or gangrene may
result.
Always wear safety glasses with side shields when
striking metal against metal. In addition, it is recom-
mended that a softer (chip-resistant) material be used to
cushion the blow, otherwise, serious injury to the eyes
or other parts of the body could result.
Use care when seating retainer pins — retainer pins can
fly out or splinter when struck and could cause injury.
Do not smoke or have any spark- or flame-producing
equipment or materials in the area while filling the fuel
tank or working on the fuel or hydraulic systems.
Do not attempt to loosen or disconnect any hydraulic
lines, hoses, fittings, covers or caps without first reliev-
ing hydraulic circuit pressure. Relieve hydraulic pres-
sure by performing the “Mandatory Safety Shutdown
Procedure” on page 2-2. Be careful not to touch any
hydraulic components that have been in recent opera-
tion, because they can be hot and cause burns.
Refer to the parts manual for information about assem-
bly of components. Always use the correct parts and
the proper torques — incorrect fastener connections
can dangerously weaken assemblies.
Do not run the engine if repairs are being performed
alone. There should always be at least two people
working together if the engine must be run during ser-
vice. Both persons must maintain visual contact with
each other. Keep a safe distance away from all rotating
and moving parts.
Always use the proper tools while working on the
machine. Inappropriate tools could break or slip, caus-
ing injury, or they may not adequately perform
intended functions.
Unless necessary for servicing the machine, do not
open the engine cover while the engine is running.
Keep mounting brackets and hose and cable routing
straps tight. Hose routing should have gradual bends.
After cleaning the machine, examine all fuel, lubricant
and hydraulic oil lines for leaks, chafe marks and dam-
age. Tighten any loose connections and repair or
replace parts as necessary.