Gehl R105 (EU) Operator'S Manual Download

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

This Operator’s Manual provides the owner/operator information about main-
taining and servicing the R105 skid-steer loader model. 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 extra manuals or for information concerning the availability of manuals
in other languages.

Throughout this manual, information is provided set in

italic

type and introduced

by the word

Note

Important

. Read carefully and comply with those messages

– it will improve your operating and maintenance efficiency, help avoid break-
downs and damage, and extend your machine’s life.

A manual storage box in the operator’s compartment holds the Operator’s
Manual and AEM Safety Manual (also available in Spanish). 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.

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. Be sure the machine
is suitably equipped for the type of work to be performed.

Do not use this machine for any applications or purposes other than those
described in this manual or those applicable for approved attachments. If the
machine is to be used with special attachments or equipment other than those
approved by Manitou Americas, consult your Gehl dealer. Any person using non-
approved attachments or making unauthorized modifications 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. Provide complete information about
the part and include the model and serial numbers of your machine. Record these
numbers in the space provided on the Table of Contents page, as a handy refer-
ence.

Manitou Americas 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 previously
delivered unit.

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.