CHAPTER 3 CONTROLS AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT Become familiar with and know how to use all safety devices and controls on the skid-steer loader before operating it. Know how to stop loader operation before starting it. This Gehl loader is designed and intended to be used only with Gehl attachments or Manitou Group-approved referral attachments or accessories. Manitou Group cannot be responsible for operator safety if the loader is used with nonapproved attachments.
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Guards and Shields Whenever possible and without affecting loader operation, guards and shields are provided to protect against potentially hazardous areas. In many places, safety decals are also provided to warn of potential hazards and/or to display special operating procedures. Read and thoroughly understand all safety decals on the loader before operating it. Do not operate the loader unless all factory-installed guards and shields are properly secured in place.
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Operator Restraint Bar Lower the operator restraint bar after entering the operator’s compartment and sitting in the seat. The restraint bar is securely anchored to the ROPS/FOPS. The operator must be seated with the restraint bar in its lowered position to start or operate the skid-steer loader. Refer to Safety Interlock System on page 22 for more information. The restraint bar provides fore-aft adjustment, allowing the operator to determine the most comfortable position for the restraint bar. The right and left portions of the restraint bar system can be adjusted independent of one another by pushing the locking lever on the lower inside of either pad. The restraint pads can then be adjusted to the desired position. The restraint pads lock in place when the locking lever is released.
WARNING wear the seatbelt.
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Never defeat the operator restraint bar or seat switch electrically or mechanically. Always
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