Gehl RT175 Operator's Manual page 25

• Exposed hydraulic hoses could react with explo-
sive force if struck by falling or overhead items.
NEVER allow hoses to be hit, bent or interfered
with during operation. Extra guards may be
required. Replace any damaged hoses.
• Do not move the lift arm or attachment during
transport. Lock out the lift arm controls during
transport.
• Machine stability is affected by:
•Load being carried
•Height of the load
•Machine speed
•Abrupt control movements
•Driving over uneven terrain
DISREGARDING ANY OF THESE FACTORS
CAN CAUSE THE MACHINE TO TIP OR
CAN THROW THE OPERATOR OUT OF THE
SEAT OR MACHINE, WHICH COULD
RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Therefore, ALWAYS operate the machine only
with the seat belt fastened. Do not exceed the
machine's rated operating capacity (see "Pay-
loads/Capacities" on page 34). Carry the load
low. Move the controls smoothly and gradually,
and operate at speeds appropriate for the condi-
tions.
• If the machine becomes unstable and starts to tip,
keep the seat belt fastened, hold on firmly and
brace yourself. Lean away from the point of
impact and stay with the machine. If tipping
occurs, DO NOT jump from the machine. The
machine is equipped with rollover protection,
which can only protect the operator while in the
operator's seat. Trying to escape from a tipping
machine can result in death or serious personal
injury.
• Do not drive into materials at high speeds to
avoid being thrown forward and injured.
• To avoid tipping, travel with the bucket or attach-
ment as low as possible: 200–300 mm (8–12 in.)
from the ground.
• Never travel over obstacles or slopes that will
cause the machine to tilt severely. Travel around
any slope or obstacle that would cause a tilt
greater than 10°.
Printed in U.S.A.
• Avoid steeps slopes. Do not make sharp turns on
slopes. Drive up and down slopes, not across
them. Drive slowly on slopes. Keep the heavy
end of the machine pointed uphill.
• Avoid sharp turns and high speeds while carrying
loads, especially on slopes. The stability of the
machine is reduced during sharp turns, and the
load may shift, greatly increasing the possibility
of an overturn.
• Do not turn the machine when lifting loads. As
loads are lifted, stability decreases, which can
increase the possibility of a rollover.
• Do not raise the safety bars/arm rests while trav-
eling. Raising the safety bars/arm rests abruptly
applies the parking brake, which can cause the
machine to tip forward.
• Do not turn off the ignition switch while travel-
ing. Turning off the ignition will cause sudden
braking, which may cause the machine to tip.
• Be sure no one enters the work area of the
machine. Anyone near the machine is at risk of
being injured.
• Unless necessary for servicing the machine, the
engine hood must not be opened while the engine
is running.
• In cold weather, avoid sudden travel movements
and stay away from even slight slopes. The
machine can slide sideways on icy slopes.
• Snow accumulation can hide potential hazards.
Use care while operating and while using the
machine to clear snow.
• If the machine becomes damaged or malfunc-
tions, stop the machine immediately and lock and
tag it. Repair the damage or malfunction before
using the machine again.
• Never jump off the machine. Always leave the
machine using the steps and hand-holds. Never
get on or off a moving machine.
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