Gehl SL3635, Operator'S Manual

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SAFETY
This safety alert symbol means Attention! Become alert! Your safety
is involved! It stresses an attitude of “Heads Up for Safety” and can
be found throughout this Operator’s Manual and on the decals on the
machine.
Before operating this machine, read and study the following safety
information. In addition, be sure that everyone who operates or works with
this machine, whether family member or employee, is familiar with these
safety precautions. It is essential to have competent and careful operators,
who are not physically or mentally impaired, and who are thoroughly trained
in the safe operation of the machine and the handling of loads. It is
recommended that the operator be capable of obtaining a valid motor vehicle
operator’s license.
The use of skid steer loaders is subject to certain hazards that cannot be
eliminated by mechanical means, but only by exercising intelligence, care
and common sense. Such hazards include, but are not limited to, hillside
operation, overloading, instability of the load, poor maintenance and using
the equipment for a purpose for which it is not intended or designed.
Gehl
ALWAYS
considers the operator’s safety when designing its machinery
and guards exposed moving parts for the operator’s protection. However,
some areas cannot be guarded or shielded in order to assure proper operation.
Furthermore, this Operator’s Manual and the decals on the machine warn of
additional hazards and they should be read and observed closely.
Some photographs in this manual may show doors, guards and shields open
or removed for illustrative purposes only. Be sure that all doors, guards and
shields are in their proper operating positions before starting the engine to
operate the unit.
Different applications may require optional safety equipment, such as a
back-up alarm, horn, mirror, strobe light or an impact-resistant front door. Be
sure you know the job site hazards and equip your machine as needed.
“DANGER” indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
“WARNING” indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
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DANGER
WARNING