Introduction; Safety Symbol; Contents And Use Of This Manual - Gehl RT175 Operator's Manual

Safety Symbol

Manitou Americas, in cooperation with the
Society of Automotive Engineers, has adopted
this:
Safety Alert Symbol
This symbol identifies potential safety hazards,
which, if not properly avoided, could result in
injury. When you see this symbol in this manual
or on the machine, you are reminded to BE
ALERT! Your personal safety is involved!

Contents and Use of this Manual

This Operator's Manual provides information about
the safe and proper operation and maintenance for
the machine. Major points of safe operation and
maintenance are detailed in the Safety chapter of this
manual.
This manual also includes general troubleshooting
and specification information about the machine.
Follow the instructions in the Operator's Manual
Safety, Operation and Maintenance chapters,
concerning accident prevention regulations, safety
and occupational regulations, and machine and
traffic regulations. Manitou Americas is not liable
for damage resulting from the failure to follow these
regulations.
CAUTION
Improper operation, inspection and
maintenance of the machine can cause injury or
death. Read and understand the contents of this
manual COMPLETELY and become familiar with
the machine before operating it.
Printed in U.S.A.

Introduction

It is the owner's or employer's responsibility to fully
instruct each operator in the proper and safe
operation and maintenance of the machine.
A storage container is provided behind the
operator's seat for storing the Operator's Manual.
After using the manual, return it to the storage
container.
This manual is considered a permanent part of the
machine and should be with the machine at all
times. If the machine is resold, include this
operator's manual as part of the sale.
Replace this manual promptly if it becomes
damaged, lost or stolen.
Some illustrations in this manual may show doors,
guards and shields open or removed for illustrative
purposes only. BE SURE all doors, guards and
shields are in their proper operating positions
BEFORE starting the engine to operate the machine.
Because of ongoing product improvements,
information included in this manual may not exactly
match the machine. Manitou Americas reserves the
right to modify and improve products at any time
without notice or obligation.
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