Gehl CTL85 User Manual

SAFETY
12
General Precautions
What to do if a machine fire occurs
If operating the machine when a fire occurs:
1. Lower all working attachments to the
ground.
2. Shut the engine off.
3. Exit the machine. Call for help. Be
certain to report a fire immediately.
4. At all times ensure your own personal
safety and the safety of anyone that
may be in the area. Approach any fire
with extreme caution. All fires can be
very dangerous and life threatening.
Before deciding to fight the fire, be certain
that:
1. The fire is small and not rapidly
spreading.
2. There is always a clear, safe escape
route.
3. You have received training in the use of
the available fire extinguishing devices
and are confident that you can operate
them effectively.
 Be aware that engine coolant, diesel fuel
or hydraulic hoses could fail during a fire.
If this happens, hot coolant, fuel or oil
could possibly be ignited by the fire.
 If in any doubt about whether or not to
fight the fire – DON’T. Instead stand well
clear of the fire and wait for help to arrive.
 Use the PASS method. This is the most
effective use of a fire extinguisher.
•
Pull the pin at the top of the extinguisher
that keeps the handle from being
pressed. Break the plastic seal as the
pin is pulled.
•
Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire. Do
not aim the nozzle at the flames. In order
to put out the fire, you must extinguish
the fuel, not the flames. Hose nozzles
are often clipped to the extinguisher
body. Release the hose before taking
aim.
•
Squeeze the handle to release the
pressurized extinguishing agent. The
handle can be released at any time to
stop the discharge.
•
Sweep from side to side at the base of
the fire until the fire is completely out or
the fire extinguisher is empty
 Only if you can safely do so, open the
access panels to the machine in the area
of the fire.
 Failing all attempts to access the machine
compartment, discharge the extinguisher
through the mesh or any available
openings on the machine.
 Ensure that the machine and all
components have cooled down
sufficiently after a fire so that re-ignition
does not occur.
 Remain in the area until help arrives.
What to do after a machine fire has
occurred
 Before returning the machine to work.
1. Ensure that the cause of the fire is
determined and all appropriate repairs
are completed.
2. Ensure that all extinguishers used
in fighting the fire are replaced or
recharged.
 Notify your equipment dealer and / or
GEHL Manufacturing.

Gehl CTL85 Specifications

General

Brand	Gehl
Model	CTL85
Category	Tractor
Language	English