2175 Mower Conditioner

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Gehl Agriculture New Agricultural Equipment Warranty

GEHL AGRICULTURE DIVISION of the GEHL COMPANY, hereinafter referred to as Gehl, warrants new Gehl agricultural equipment to the Original Retail Purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the following periods:

ALL AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT, SKID LOADERS, GEHLMAX ARTICULATED LOADERS AND ATTACHMENTS, other than as set forth below, are warranted for a period of twelve (12) months from the Warranty Start Date.

ROUND BALERS and MOWER CONDITIONERS are warranted for a period of two (2) years from the Warranty Start Date.

The following parts are warranted for a period of ten (10) years from the Warranty Start Date for replacement only, labor and freight excluded, unless defect occurs during initial twelve (12) month warranty period:

MANURE SPREADER sides on box spreaders or tank on Scavenger spreaders against perforation (rust through) and Clad-Tuff floor against delamination.

BU970 SELF-UNLOADING FORAGE BOX metal sides, end panels and roof against perforation (rust through) and platform against delamination.

GEHL AGRICULTURE WARRANTY SERVICE INCLUDES: Genuine Gehl parts and labor costs required to repair or replace equipment at the selling dealer’s business location.

GEHL MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE), EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT.

GEHL WARRANTY SERVICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

1.Transportation to selling dealer’s business location or, at the option of the Original Retail Purchaser, the cost of a service call.

2.Used equipment.

3.Components covered by their own non-Gehl warranties, such as tires, trade accessories and engines.

4.Normal maintenance service and expendable, high wear items.

5.Repairs or adjustments caused by: improper use; failure to follow recommended maintenance procedures; use of unauthorized attachments; accident or other casualty.

6.Liability for incidental or consequential damages of any type, including, but not limited to lost profits or expenses of acquiring replacement equipment.

No agent, employee or representative of Gehl has any authority to bind Gehl to any warranty except as specifically set forth herein. Any of these limitations excluded by local law shall be deemed deleted from this warranty; all other terms will continue to apply.

WarrantyInside Front Cover

Chapter 1 Introduction2

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5 Controls & Safety Equipment14

Chapter 6 Operation18

Chapter 7 Adjustments20

Chapter 8 Lubrication26

Chapter 9 Service28

Chapter 10 Preparing For Field Operation40

Chapter 11 Transporting44

Chapter 12 Storage46

Chapter 13 Troubleshooting47

Chapter 14 Set-up & Assembly52

Chapter 15 Optional Features & Accessories55

Chapter 16 Decal Locations56

Chapter 1 Introduction

Your decision to purchase this piece of Gehl equipment was a good one. We are sure that your decision was strongly considered and that you are looking forward to many years of work from this machine.

We, as a Company, have invested a great deal of time and effort in developing our lines of equipment. The equipment you have purchased is built with a great deal of pride and designed to give you long life, efficient operation, durability and dependability.

This manual was developed specifically for the machine you have purchased. The information within is for your assistance in preparing, adjusting, maintaining and servicing your machine. More importantly, this manual provides an operating plan for safe and proper use of your machine. Major points of safe operation are detailed in the SAFETY chapter of this manual. Refer to the Table of Contents for an outline (by chapters) of this manual. Use the Index, located at the back of this manual, for specific chapter and topic/page number references.

A Plastic Pouch is provided on the unit for storing the Operator’s Manual. After using the Manual, please return it to the Pouch and keep it with the unit at all times! Furthermore, if this machine is resold, Gehl Company recommends that this Manual be given to the new owner.

Modern machinery has become more sophisticated and, with that in mind, Gehl Company asks that you read and understand the contents of this manual COMPLETELY and become familiar with your new machine, BEFORE attempting to operate it.

The Gehl dealer organization stands ready to provide you with any assistance you may require and carries genuine Gehl service parts. All parts should be obtained from or ordered through 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.

Serial numbers for this unit are stamped on a plate located on the left side of the Main Frame, above the Left Wheel Pivot.

’’Right’’ and ’’Left’’ are determined from a position standing behind the unit and facing the tractor. From this position, the Drawbar and Positioner would then be on the ’’Left’’ side.

Gehl Company reserves the right to make changes or improvements in the design or construction of any part without incurring the obligation to install such changes on any unit previously delivered.

Standard hardware torques appear in a chart at the end of the manual.

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

The Gehl Company, in cooperation with the American Society of Agricultural Engineers and the Society of Automotive Engineers, has adopted this SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL to pinpoint characteristics which, if not properly followed, can create a safety hazard. When you see this symbol in this manual or on the unit itself, you are reminded to BE ALERT! Your personal safety is involved.

Chapter 2 Specifications

All Dimensions are in Inches (Millimeters) Unless Otherwise Noted

Model & Description2175 (9–ft) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mower Conditioner

PowerFrom PTO and Hydraulic Output of 35 to 70 hp, 540 PTO RPM Tractor

Approximate Weight3050 lb (1383 kg)

Cutting Width111 (2820)

Swath Width36 to 89 (915 to 2260) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Transport Width146 (3710)

Conditioning Roll Length109 (2770) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Conditioning Roll Diameter8 (203) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Conditioning Roll Speed792 RPM

Cutting HeightSkid Shoes Adjusted from 1 to 6 (25 to 150)

Header Float Range0 to 11 (0 to 280) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Transport Length170 (4570)

Transport Height52 (1320)

Sickle Stroke3 (75)

Sickle Speed1584 Strokes per Minute

Guard AngleAdjustable Downward from 6 to 12 Degrees

Reel Peripheral Speed6.3 to 8.7 mph

TiresTwo 9.5L x 14, Inflated to

36 PSIG (252 kPa) on Right Side and 18 PSIG (126 kPa) on Left Side

Standard Features:

Adjustable Header Flotation

Underserrated Sickle

Double Forged Steel Guards

Crop Conditioning by Two Rubber, Synchronized Intermeshing Rolls

Two Adjustable Skid Shoes to Regulate Cutting

Height

Master–Slave Hydraulic Cylinder Header Lift

Adjustable Windrow Deflector

Four Bat Adjustable Reel with Adjustable Push Bar

Extra Sickle Storage Area Built Into Header Frame

Choice of Hydraulic or Mechanical Drawbar Hitch

Positioner

Choice of Regular or Stub Guards

Roll Reversing & Guard Straightening Tool

Narrow Windrow Attachment

Optional Features (Customer Selected):

Tall Crop Divider – Left or Right

Rock Guard & Cutterbar Wear Plate

Adjustable Center Skid Shoe

Safety Chain

Chain Oiler System

Transport Lighting Kit

Service Accessories:

Conversion Stub Guards Kits

Conversion Regular Guards Kits

Underserrated Sickle Assemblies