913218/CP0307 40 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
ROAD TRAVEL
For short distance highway travel, attach a Slow
Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem (purchased locally) to
the rear of the Telescopic Handler. For highway opera-
tion, obtain and install an amber flashing beacon.
NOTE: ALWAYS follow ALL state and local reg-
ulations regarding the operation of equipment on
or across public highways. Whenever there is an
appreciable distance between jobsites, or if
driving on public highway is prohibited, transport
the machine using a vehicle of appropriate size
and capacity.
TRANSPORTING BETWEEN JOBSITES
ALWAYS abide by the following recommended proce-
dures and guidelines when using ramps to load the
machine onto (and unload it from) a truck or trailer.
Failure to heed can result in damage to equipment 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
strong1. The ramps MUST be of sufficient
strength to support the machine. The use of strong
steel ramps is recommended, as well as center sup-
porting blocks.
2. The ramps MUST be firmly attached to the truck
or trailer bed with NO step between the bed and
the ramps.
3. The incline of the 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. Block the front and rear of the tires on the truck or
trailer. Engage the parking brake.
6. 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.
7. Slowly (at the lowest engine speed possible) and
carefully drive the machine up the ramps.
8. Secure the machine to the bed of the truck or trail-
er.
Unloading Machine Using Ramps
NOTE: A matched pair of ramps is required.
Repeat Steps 1 through 5 and proceed as follows to
unload the machine:
6. Remove the tie-down chains/cables.
7. If necessary, adjust the machine so that the wheels
are in line and centered with the ramps.
8. Slowly (at the lowest engine speed possible) and
carefully drive the machine down the ramps.
THEFT DETERRENTS
GEHL has recorded all component part numbers and
serial numbers. Users should take as many of the fol-
lowing actions as possible to discourage theft, to aid in
Ramp Placement
WARNING
NEVER adjust travel direction (even slightly)
while on the ramps. Instead, back 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 trans-
porting.
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