Safety; Safety Symbol And Signal Words; Safety Alert Symbol; Signal Words - Gehl RT175 Operator's Manual

Safety Symbol and Signal Words

This manual and decals on the machine warn of
safety hazards and should be read and observed
closely.
Manitou Americas, in cooperation with the
Society of Automotive Engineers, has adopted
this:

Safety Alert Symbol

This symbol is used throughout
this operator's manual and on the decals on the
machine. It 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! Personal safety is involved!

Signal Words

DANGER
The word "DANGER" indicates an imminently
hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, will
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
The word "WARNING" indicates a potentially
hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
The word "CAUTION" indicates a potentially
hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
Printed in U.S.A.

Safety

• Before operating the machine, first read and
study the safety information in this manual. Be
sure that anyone who operates or works on the
machine is familiar with the safety precautions.
This includes providing translations of the warn-
ings and instructions for operators who are not
fluent in reading English.
• It is essential that operators be thoroughly trained
in the safe operation of the machine and load
handling. Operators must not be physically or
mentally impaired. Do not allow minors or
unqualified personnel to operate the machine, or
to be near the machine unless they are properly
supervised. It is recommended that the operator
be capable of obtaining a valid motor vehicle
operator's license.
• Do not use the machine for any application or
purpose other than those described in this man-
ual, or in manuals supplied with any attachments
used with the machine.
• Use of this machine is subject to certain hazards
that cannot be eliminated by mechanical means,
but only by exercising intelligence, care and
common sense. Such hazards include: hillside
operation, overloading, load instability, poor
maintenance, and using the machine for a pur-
pose for which it was not intended or designed.
• Manitou Americas always takes operator's safety
into consideration during the design process.
Guards and shields are provided, which protect
the operator and bystanders from moving parts
and other hazards. Operators must be alert, how-
ever, because some areas cannot be guarded or
shielded without preventing or interfering with
proper operation.
• Different applications may require optional
safety equipment. Users must evaluate the work-
site hazards and equip the machine and the opera-
tor as necessary. The information in this manual
does not replace any applicable safety rules and
laws. Before operating the machine, learn the
rules and laws for the local area. Make sure the
machine is equipped as required according to
these rules/laws.
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