ALWAYS abide by the following recommended proce-
dures and guidelines, when attempting to use ramps to
load the machine onto (or unload it from) a truck or
trailer. Failure to heed can result in damage to equip-
ment and serious personal injury or death!
Tie-down hooks are provided for inserting chains
through to secure the machine while transporting.
Loading Machine Using Ramps
NOTE:
A matched pair of ramps is required.
1. The ramps MUST be of sufficient strength to sup-
port the machine. Whenever possible, the use of strong
steel ramps is recommended as well as some type of
center supporting block.
2. The ramps MUST be firmly attached to the truck
or trailer bed with NO step between the bed and the
ramps.
3. Incline of ramps MUST be less than 15 degrees
(ramp length MUST be at least 16 feet (4.9 m) long.
4. Ramp width MUST be at least 1-1/2 times the tire
width.
5. Slowly (at the lowest engine speed possible) and
carefully drive the machine up the ramps.
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6. Remove the attachment tool from the boom.
Position the machine (with the boom facing toward the
front of the truck or trailer) so that it is straight in line
with the ramps. Tie down slots are provided on the
front and rear sides of the frame structure.
7. Block the front and rear of the tires on the truck or
trailer. Engage the parking brake.
Unloading Machine Using Ramps
NOTE:
A matched pair of ramps is requIred.
Use ramps as described in Steps 1 thru 4 and proceed
as follows to unload the machine:
8. If necessary, adjust the machine so that the wheels
are in line and centered with the ramps.
9. Slowly (at the lowest engine speed possible) and
carefully drive the machine down the ramps
THEFT DETERRENTS
GEHL has recorded all part numbers and serial num-
bers. Users should take as many of the following
actions as possible to discourage theft, to aid in the
recovery in the event that the machine is stolen, and to
reduce vandalism:
1. Remove keys from unattended machines.
2. Attach, secure, and lock all anti-vandalism and
anti-theft devices on the machine.
3. Lock doors of cabs when not in use.
4. Inspect the gates and fences of the vehicle storage
yard. If possible, keep machines in well lighted areas.
Ask the law enforcement agency having jurisdiction to
make frequent checks around the storage or work sites,
especially at night, during weekends, or on holidays.
5. Report any theft to the dealer and insurance com-
pany. Provide the model, and all serial numbers.
Request that your dealer forward this same information
to GEHL Company
Ramp Placement
WARNING
NEVER adjust travel direction (even slightly)
while traveling on the ramps. Instead, back
down off the ramps, and then realign the
machine with the ramps.
WARNING
NEVER transport the machine with the boom
raised or extended. BE SURE to secure the
machine (including boom) to the truck or trail-
er bed using chain and binders or steel cables
to prevent any movement while transporting.
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