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Potential Hazards

A skid-steer loader operator must ALWAYS be conscious of the working environ-

ment. Operator actions, the environmental conditions and the job being preformed

require the full attention of the operator so that safety precautions can be taken.
ALWAYS maintain a safe distance from electric power lines and avoid contact

with any electrically charged conductor or gas line. Accidental contact or rupture
can result in electrocution or an explosion. Contact the North American One-Call

Referral System at 8-1-1 in the U.S., or 1-888-258-0808 in the U.S and Canada,

for the local “Digger's Hotline” number or the proper local authorities for utility
line locations BEFORE starting to dig!
Exposure to crystalline silica (found in sand, soil and rocks) has been associated
with silicosis, a debilitating and often fatal lung disease. A Hazard Review

(Pub. No. 2002-129) by the U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and

Health (NIOSH) indicates a significant risk of chronic silicosis for workers
exposed to inhaled crystalline silica over a working lifetime. NIOSH recom-

mends an exposure limit of 0.05 mg/m

as a time-weighted average for up to a

10-hr. workday during a 40-hr. workweek. NIOSH also recommends substituting
less hazardous materials when feasible, using respiratory protection and regular

medical examinations for exposed workers.
Static electricity can produce dangerous sparks at the fuel-filling nozzle. Do not

wear polyester, or polyester-blend clothing while fueling. Before fueling, touch
the metal surface of the machine away from the fuel fill to dissipate any built-up

static electricity. Do not re-enter the machine but stay near the fuel filling point

during refueling to minimize the build-up of static electricity. Do not use cell
phones while fueling. Make sure the static line is connected from the machine to

the fuel truck before fueling begins.
Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) poses a greater static ignition hazard than earlier

diesel formulations. Avoid death or serious injury from fire or explosion; consult

with your fuel or fuel system supplier to ensure the entire fuel delivery system is
in compliance with fueling standards for proper grounding and bonding practices.

Safety Decals

The skid-steer loader has decals that provide safety information and precautions

around the loader. These decals must be kept legible. If missing or illegible, they

must be replaced promptly. Replacements can be obtained from your Gehl dealer.
If there is a decal on a part that is to be replaced, be sure that the decal is applied

to the replacement part.

New Decal Application

Surfaces must be free of dirt, dust, grease and foreign material before applying

the decal. Remove the smaller portion of the decal backing paper and apply the

exposed adhesive to the clean surface, maintaining proper position and align-
ment. Peel the rest of the backing paper and apply hand pressure to smooth out

the decal surface. Refer to the following pages for proper decal location. ANSI-

style text decals begin on page 9; ISO-style no-text decals begin on page 13.