CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

This Operator’s Manual gives the owner/operator information about maintaining and servicing the AL20DX articulated loader. More importantly, this manual provides an operating plan for safe and proper use of the machine. Major points of safe operation are detailed in the Safety chapter of this manual.

We ask that you read and understand the contents of this manual completely and become familiar with your new machine before operating it. See your authorized Gehl dealer if you have any questions concerning information in the manual, require additional manuals or for information concerning availability of manuals in other languages.

Throughout this manual, information is provided which is set in italic type and introduced by the word NOTE or IMPORTANT. BE SURE to read carefully and comply with the message – it will improve your operating and maintenance efficiency, help avoid breakdowns or damage, and extend your machine’s life.

A manual storage box behind the operator’s seat holds the Operator’s Manual and EMI Safety Manual. Please return the manuals to this box and keep them with the unit at all times. If this machine is resold, we recommend that these manuals be given to the new owner.

If this machine was purchased ”used,” or if the owner’s address has changed, please provide your Gehl dealer or Gehl Company Service Department with the owner’s name and current address, along with the machine model and serial number. This will allow the registered owner information to be updated, so that the owner can be notified directly in case of an important product issue, such as a safety update program.

The attachments and equipment available for use with this machine have a wide variety of potential applications. Read the manual provided with the attachment to learn how to safely maintain and operate the equipment.

Typical Model & Serial Number Plate

BE SURE the machine is suitable equipped for the type of work to be performed.

DO NOT use this machine for any applications or purposes other that those described in this manual or applicable for approved attachments. If the machine is to be used with special attachments other than those approved by Gehl, consult your Gehl dealer. Any person using non-approved attachments is responsible for the consequences.

The Gehl dealership network stands ready to provide you with any assistance you may require, including providing genuine Gehl service parts. All service parts should be obtained from your Gehl dealer. Give complete information about the part and include the model and serial numbers of your machine. Record the serial number in the space provided on the pictorial, as a handy record for quick reference.

The model and serial numbers for this unit are on a tag located on a panel behind the right front wheel.

‘‘Right’’ and ‘‘left’’ are determined from a position sitting on the seat and facing forward. From this position, the hand throttle and hydraulic controls are on the ‘‘right’’.

Please be aware that Gehl Company strives to continuously improve its products and reserves the right to make changes and improvements in the design and construction of any part without incurring the obligation to install such changes on any unit previously delivered.

Chapter 2 Specifications

All Dimensions are in Inches (Millimeters) Unless Otherwise Noted

Model & Description AL20DX Articulated Loader .

Engine20 hp (14.9 kW) Kubota Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . Water Cooled Overall Length86-3/4 (2206)

Axle Width42-1/8 (1070) lb (900

Steering Wheel4.2 turns stop-to-stop

Turning Radius Inside34-5/8 (880) Outside78-3/4 (2000)

Lift Height (Std. Boom)74 (1880)

Lift Height (Tele. Boom)86 (2185)

Max. Pulling Force1910 lb (8500 N)

Max. Drive Speed6 mph (9.8 km/h)

Hydraulic Flow and Pressure

External Hydraulics5.3 or 10.6 gpm @ 2900 psi . (20 or 40 L/min @ 20000 kPa)

Drive18.1 gpm @ 3990 psi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (68 L/min @ 27500 kPa)

Volumetric Capacities:

Fuel Tank3-1/4 gal. (12 L)

Hydraulic Reservoir8 gal. (30 L)

Standard Features:

Dual Gear Hydraulic Pumps

R.O.P.S.

Deluxe Seat – Seatbelt, Armrests

Controls:

Steering Wheel

Single Joystick – Boom and Bucket Tilt

Manual Accelerator

Foot-operated Directional Control

Battery – 12 Volt

Electric Start

4 Wheel Drive

Auxiliary Hydraulics – Flat-faced Couplers

Lift Cylinder Mechanical Lock

Steering Frame Lock

Hydraulic Oil Cooler

Quick Attachment System

Operator’s Manual Storage Box

Optional Features (Customer Selected):

Telescoping Boom

Tires:

22.4 x 5.70 – 12, 6 plyTraction Tread

23 x 8.50 – 12, 6 plyTraction Tread

23 x 8.50 – 12, 6 plyGrass Tread

Buckets

General Utility “V” Edge4.25 cu. ft. (0.12 cu. m.), 36 (914) Wide Straight Edge4.25 cu. ft. (0.12 cu. m.), 36 (914) Wide

Straight Edge5.0 cu. ft. (0.14 cu. m.), 41 (1041) Wide With Teeth5.0 cu. ft. (0.14 cu. m.), . . . . . . . . . . . 41 (1041) Wide

Light Material Straight Edge8.75 cu ft, 47 (1194) Wide . . . . . . . Straight Edge8.5. cu ft, 36 (914) Wide

Pallet Forks34 (865) Tines Standard Duty .

Pallet Forks42 (1065) Tines Heavy Duty . . . . . . . . .

Multi-purpose (4-in-1) Bucket

Counterweight – Rear

Work Light – Front

F.O.P.S.

See your dealer for other available attachments, accessories and trailer packages.