Chapter 3
SAFETY GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
GEHL Company always takes the operator’s safety into consideration when designing its machinery, and guards exposed moving parts for his/her protection. However, some areas cannot be guarded in order to assure proper operation. Further, this Operator’s Manual and decals on the machine warn of additional hazards and should be read and observed closely. It is the owner’s responsibility for communicating information on the safe use and proper maintenance of this machine! This includes providing understandable interpretations of these instructions to operators who are not fluent in reading English.
Before operating this equipment, read and study the following safety information. In addition, be sure that everyone who operates or works with this equipment, is familiar with these safety precautions.
WHENEVER YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL:
DANGER
IT MEANS: WARNING! BE CAREFUL!
YOUR SAFETY OR THE SAFETY OF THE TELESCOPIC HANDLER IS AT RISK.
“DANGER” indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING
The risk of accident while using, servicing and repairing the telescopic handler can be minimized by following the safety warnings and instructions detailed in this manual.
“WARNING” indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Gehl Company has ensured that this telescopic handler is suitable for use under normal operating conditions defined in this Operator's Manual and in accordance with safety standard ANSI/ASME B56.6. Before using the telescopic handler, the owner must make sure that the telescopic handler is appropriate for the work to be done. In addition to standard equipment mounted on the telescopic handler, many options are available, such as: flashing lights, front light, rear light, light at the boom head, etc. The operator must take into account the operating conditions to determine the necessary signalling and lighting equipment. Contact your dealer for information.
913223/BP0206
“CAUTION” indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also alert users to unsafe practices. It is the responsibility of the operator to read and understand the Operator’s Manual and other information provided, and to use correct operating procedures. Machines should be operated only by qualified operators.
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