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Gehl RS8-42 User Manual

Gehl RS8-42
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RS6-42
RS8-42
RS8-44
Telescopic Handlers
Operator’s Manual
Form No.
913218
Revision C
© 2007 Gehl Company • All Rights Reserved. • Printed in USA
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Gehl RS8-42 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Maximum Lift Height42 ft
Fuel TypeDiesel
TransmissionPowershift
Drive4WD
Tire TypePneumatic
Maximum Lift Capacity8000 lbs
Engine Power74 hp

Summary

Chapter 2: Specifications

Chapter 4: Safety

DANGER Hazard Levels

Defines imminently hazardous situations that could cause death or serious injury.

WARNING Hazard Levels

Defines potentially hazardous situations that could cause death or serious injury.

CAUTION Hazard Levels

Defines potentially hazardous situations that could cause minor or moderate injury.

Mandatory Safety Shutdown Procedure

Step-by-step procedure required before cleaning, adjusting, or servicing.

SAFETY

Additional Safety Reminders

General advice and best practices for safe machine operation.

Operation Safety Reminders

Guidelines for safe operation, load handling, and stability.

Servicing Safety Reminders

Safety precautions to follow during maintenance and repair.

Before Operation Safety Reminders

Essential checks and precautions to perform before starting the machine.

Safety Guards and Warning Devices

Personnel Work Platform (PWP) Safety System

Information on the PWP system and its safe use.

Mandatory Work Platform Safety Rules

Critical rules for safely using the PWP system when lifting personnel.

Personnel Work Platform (PWP) System

Work Platform Design Requirements

Specifications for platforms used with the PWP system.

Chapter 5: Indicators and Controls

Dash Panel Area

DASH PANEL AREA

Parking Brake Control

Operation and safety considerations for the parking brake switch.

Travel Lever Operation

Frame Level Control Operation

Chapter 6: Operation and Adjustments

Pre-Start Inspection

Essential daily inspection steps before operating the machine.

Stopping the Machine

Engine Shutdown Protection Features

Engine Oil Pressure Monitoring

Engine Coolant Temperature Monitoring

Parking Brake System

Changing Attachment Tools

General Machine Operation

Grade and Slope Precautions

Grade Limits

General Load Handling Procedures

Load Elevation and Placement

Personnel Work Platform (PWP) Installation

Load Capacity and Reach Charts

Load Zone Chart Example

Demonstrates how to interpret and use load zone charts for safe operation.

Lifting Attachment Tool Applications

Picking Up the Load

Steps for safely inspecting and picking up loads.

Carrying the Load Safely

Guidelines for safely transporting loads.

Elevating Personnel with PWP System

Stabilizer System Function

Suspended Loads Guidelines

Road Travel Precautions

Transporting Between Jobsites

Chapter 7: Lubrication

Lubricant Specifications

Chart detailing lubricant types, capacities, and grades.

Replacement Filter Chart

Greasing Procedures

Chapter 8: Service and Storage

Access to Components Chart

10-Hour (Daily) Service Checks

General Machine Operation Check

PWP System Check

Lockout Tests for PWP System

PWP System De-activation Tests

50-Hour (Weekly) Service Schedule

250-Hour (Quarterly) Service Schedule

2000-Hour (Two Year) Service Schedule

Steering Relief Pressure Check

Joystick and Parking Brake Pressure Check

Main Relief Pressure Check

Changing Hydraulic Reservoir Oil and Strainer

Changing Transmission Oil and Filter

Changing Radiator Coolant

Changing Hydraulic Return Filter Element

Changing Air Filter Element(s)

Dual-Element Air Cleaner Assembly Maintenance

Changing Axle Differential and Planetary Oil

PWP System Operational Troubleshooting

Decal Locations: Frame and Boom

Decal Locations: Operator Station

Decal Locations: PWP Equipped Units

Chapter 10: Maintenance

Maintenance Interval Chart

Schedule outlining required maintenance tasks based on operating hours.

Hydraulic Schematic w/o PWP (Dual Joystick)

Hydraulic Schematic with PWP (Dual Joystick)

Hydraulic Schematic w/o PWP (Tri-Function Joystick)

Electrical Schematic (Dual Joystick)

Electrical Schematic (Tri-Function Joystick)

RS8-44 Load Zone Charts

RS8-42 Load Zone Charts

RS6-42 Load Zone Charts

Torque Specifications

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