Backfilling; Working With Pallet Forks; Safety Instructions When Working With Pallet Forks - Gehl RT175 Operator's Manual

Operation

Backfilling

1. Lower the bucket a few inches from the ground
(Fig. 72). Slowly drive up to the hole until the
front edge of the bucket is over the near edge of
the hole.
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Fig. 76 – Backfilling
2. Tilt the bucket forward to dump material into the
hole.
3. Tilt the bucket back and raise the bucket. Inspect
the hole for proper filling.
4. Continue to dump material into the hole as
necessary for proper fill.
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Working with Pallet Forks

Safety Instructions When Working with
Pallet Forks
WARNING
Read the "Safety" section in this manual,
starting on page 15, before working with pallet
forks. Pay special attention to the "During
Operation"information, starting on page 17.
Follow all instructions in the Operator's Manual
provided with the pallet forks.
Always follow the information included in the
"Safety" sections. Serious injury or death can
occur if the safety information is not followed.
Always approach the load from a straight-ahead
position. Position the fork arms underneath the
pallet, as far as they will go, so the load is
distributed as closely as possible to the fork
frame. Position the fork arms as far apart as
possible. Load both fork arms evenly.
Lift and transport and unload loads only on firm
and level ground with sufficient load-bearing
capacity.
Always transport the load close to the ground
as is safely possible. Observe minimum ground
clearance.
Use pallet forks for material handling and/or
material transport only.
Never lift a load using only one fork arm.
Make sure the fork arms are safely locked onto
the fork frame before use.
Do not lift unstable material, or material that is
not properly secured on the fork arms.
Never leave a machine with the forks raised or a
load unattended. Make sure all persons stay
clear of suspended loads.
Printed in U.S.A.