PDF Operator's Manual Gehl RS6-34 Telescopic Handler - 1 MB
This operator's manual provides all the necessary information for the safe and efficient operation of the Gehl RS6-34 Telescopic Handler.
It covers controls, capacities, safety precautions, and daily maintenance checks.
A thorough understanding of this manual is required for all operators to ensure job site safety and get the most out of this versatile machine.
This is your primary guide for day-to-day operations.
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Form No.
913323
Revision D
May
RS6-34 2014
Telescopic Handler
Operator’s Manual
Serial Number 21541 thru 21700 (with Tier 3 engine)
Beginning with Serial Number 21701 (with Interim Tier 4 engine)
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SAFETY
are examples of types of equipment that may be the rear before backing.
required. DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing, Ü ALWAYS use the recommended handholds and
long hair, jewelry or loose personal items while steps with at least three points of support when get-
operating or servicing the machine. ting on and off the machine. Keep steps and plat-
Ü ALWAYS check the job site for terrain hazards, form clean. Face the machine when climbing up
obstructions and people. Remove all objects that and down.
do not belong in or on the machine and its equip- Ü DO NOT raise or drop a loaded fork or bucket sud-
ment. denly. Abrupt movements under load can cause
Ü Gehl telescopic handlers are designed and intend- serious instability.
ed to be used only with Gehl attachments and Ü Study the load chart carefully. It shows maximum
approved attachments. To avoid possible personal capacity to be lifted and placed at specific outward
injury, equipment damage and performance prob- and upward distances. ALWAYS be aware of load
lems, use attachments that are approved for use on weights prior to attempting lift and placement with
and within the operating capacity of the machine. this machine.
Contact your dealer or Gehl Company for infor-
mation on attachment approval and compatibility Ü DO NOT exceed the machine’s rated operating
with specific machine models. Gehl cannot be capacity for the type of attachment tool being used.
responsible if the machine is used with a non- Ü DO NOT allow minors or any unqualified person-
approved attachment. nel to operate or be near the machine unless prop-
erly supervised.
Operation Safety Reminders
Ü DO NOT start the engine or operate any controls
Ü Any or all of the following elements may affect the unless properly seated in the operator’s seat!
stability of the machine: terrain, engine speed, type
of load being carried and placed, improper tire Ü DO NOT run the engine in an enclosed area with-
inflation, weight of the attachment tool, and abrupt out providing proper ventilation for the exhaust.
movement of any control lever. IF YOU ARE Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odor-
NOT CAREFUL WHILE OPERATING THIS less and deadly gas. Internal combustion engines
MACHINE, ANY OF THE ABOVE FACTORS deplete the oxygen supply within enclosed spaces
COULD CAUSE THE MACHINE TO TIP, and may create a serious hazard unless the oxygen
AND YOU COULD BE THROWN OUT OF is replaced. This includes the atmosphere within
THE OPERATOR’S STATION, WHICH the cab when equipped.
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR Ü DO NOT leave the operator’s station with the
DEATH! boom and attachment tool raised. ALWAYS lower
the boom and attachment tool to the ground, shut
Ü ALWAYS wear the seat belt provided to prevent
being thrown from the machine. If you are in an off the engine and engage the park brake before
overturn: leaving the operator’s station.
- DO NOT jump! Ü NEVER travel with the boom above the carry
- Hold on tight and stay with the machine! position (attachment tool should be at minimum
- Lean away from the fall! ground clearance.) Boom should be fully retract-
ed.
Ü ALWAYS keep hands, feet and arms inside of the
operator’s station when operating the machine! Ü DO NOT drive too close to an excavation or
Ü DO NOT depend on the backup alarm to clear ditch. BE SURE that the surrounding ground has
bystanders out of the path of the machine. adequate strength to support the weight of the
ALWAYS look in the direction of travel. Look to machine and the load it is carrying.
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Chapter 5
INDICATORS AND CONTROLS
GUARDS AND SHIELDS
CAUTION Whenever possible and without affecting machine
operation, guards and shields are used to protect poten-
Become familiar with and know how to use
tially hazardous areas. In many places, decals are also
ALL safety devices and controls on the
provided to warn of potential hazards and to display
Telescopic Handler BEFORE operating it.
special operating procedures.
Know how to stop the machine operation
BEFORE operating it. This Gehl machine is
designed and intended to be used ONLY with
a Gehl Company attachment tool, or a Gehl WARNING
Company approved accessory or referral
attachment tool. Gehl Company cannot be Read and thoroughly understand all safety
responsible for product safety if the machine decals on the Telescopic Handler BEFORE
is used with a non-approved accessory or operating it. DO NOT operate the machine
attachment tool. unless all factory-installed guards and shields
are properly secured in place.
Boom Control Auxiliary
Boom Angle
Joystick Hydraulics Control
Indicator
Frame Angle
Indicator
Frame Level and
Attachment Joystick
Instrument and
Speed and Travel
Switch Panel
Direction Lever
Two Joystick Controls
Tri-Function Frame Level
Steering Joystick Control
Wheel Load Zone
Charts
Brake
Pedal
Brake Fluid
Reservoir Key Switch, Start
Throttle Pedal Tri-Function Joystick Control
and Horn Button
Operator’s Compartment and Indicators/Controls Locations
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Pre-Start Walk-Around Inspection Illustration
PRE-START WALK-AROUND INSPECTION Any needed repairs or service noted during the inspec-
PROCEDURE tion must be performed by a qualified service techni-
cian before operating the machine.
Refer to the following illustration and checklist to per-
form the inspection. Begin with item 1 at the left front The illustration and checklist page can be copied for
of the machine and walk toward the rear of the future pre-start walk-around inspections.
machine on the left side and around the back and
toward the front on the right side of the machine.
4 6
12
5 13
14
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9
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NOTE: If the light is flashing, apply the service
brakes until the light stops flashing. WARNING
In an emergency, if the platform worker has
WARNING activated the remote shut-off switch and then
is not able to re-activate the switch, such as if
ALWAYS check the PWP System for proper
the worker fainted, then the Telescopic
operation prior to use. (See page 53 for PWP
Handler operator is permitted to turn off the
System checking procedure.)
PWP System to regain control of the boom
functions, in order to lower the work platform
When the PWP System is active: and come to the aid of the worker. But, under-
stand this is only permitted in case of an
l transmission is de-clutched into Neutral, emergency. Otherwise, the PWP System must
l parking brake is applied, be used at all times when there are workers on
l auxiliary hydraulic and carriage tilt and swing the platform. This is the only exception!
functions are disabled,
l machine inclination sensor is activated, with
the result that the Telescopic Handler must be level ROAD TRAVEL
laterally (side-to-side) and longitudinally (front-to-
For short distance highway travel, attach a Slow-
back) to within the factory pre-set limits before the
Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem (purchased locally) to
boom control joystick will function, and
the rear of the Telescopic Handler. For highway opera-
l remote shutdown switch is activated, meaning that
tion, obtain and install an amber flashing beacon.
the switch must be connected and in the “on” posi-
tion for the boom control joystick to function. NOTE: ALWAYS follow ALL state and local regu-
Pressing the shutdown switch will disengage the lations regarding the operation of equipment on or
boom control joystick, and stop all platform move- across public highways. Whenever there is an
ment. The remote shutdown switch box is supplied appreciable distance between jobsites, or if
with a coiled electrical cable that must be connect- driving on public highway is prohibited, transport
ed to the outlet on the front of the innermost boom the machine using a vehicle of appropriate size
section near the carriage. The switch must be and capacity.
accessible by the platform personnel at all times
when the platform is to be moved. TRANSPORTING BETWEEN JOB-
To de-activate the PWP System, apply and hold the SITES
service brakes on for three or more seconds, and press
the bottom of the PWP System rocker switch. The sys- ALWAYS abide by the following recommended proce-
tem is de-activated when the lamp in the PWP System dures and guidelines when using ramps to load the
rocker switch is off. machine onto (and unload it from) a truck or trailer.
Failure to heed can result in damage to equipment and
NOTE: If the lamp in the PWP system rocker serious personal injury or death!
switch is flashing, apply the service brakes until
the lamp goes off. Tie-down eyes are provided for inserting chains
through to secure the machine during transporting.
Front Tie-Down Rear Tie-Down
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l Repeat the procedure with the frame tilted to inspected for wear and proper tension at the regular
the left. service interval of 250 hours. Refer to the boom chain
l Return the frame to a level position after the torquing procedure in the 250 hour service interval.
checks.
De-activation Tests Service Every 250 Hours or Quarterly
To test the PWP System de-activation logic:
1. Turn the key switch to “OFF” and wait for the
engine to stop. Then turn the key switch back to NOTE: Perform all other service requirements
“ON.” up to this point, as well as the following:
l The PWP switch lamp and the parking brake CHECKING AXLE OIL LEVELS
switch lamp should both be illuminated.
2. Turn the key switch to “OFF” and then turn the Differentials
PWP rocker switch to “OFF.” Turn the key switch
back to “ON.” NOTE: The Telescopic Handler should be on a
level surface for this procedure.
l The PWP switch lamp should be flashing and
the parking brake switch lamp should be on Remove the oil check plug. See illustration below. Oil
continuously. should flow from the hole. If low, remove the oil fill
3. Start the engine and apply the service brakes. plug and add oil until it flows from the check hole.
Replace the plug, wait 10 to 15 minutes and repeat the
l The PWP switch lamp and the parking brake fill procedure. Continue this process until the differen-
switch lamp should go off after approximately tial is full. See the Lubrication chapter for the proper
three seconds of brake pedal application. oil specification. Replace the check and fill plugs.
If PWP System fails to perform properly, troubleshoot Check Plug
using the chart on page 63. Contact your dealer for ser- Fill Plug
vice information and parts.
Service Every 50 Hours or Weekly
LUBRICATE GREASE POINTS
Refer to the Lubrication chapter of this manual for
grease fitting locations and other related details.
100 Hours (New Machine Only) Drain Plug
Planetary Hubs
The following initial oil and filter changes should be
performed at 100 hours on a new machine. Thereafter NOTE: The planetary hubs can be checked with-
these changes should be performed at the regular main- out jacking up the machine.
tenance intervals. Refer to the maintenance schedules
for the necessary procedures. The planetary hubs have one plug each used for filling
and draining. See illustration below. For checking the
Engine Oil and Filter (250 Hours) level and filling, position the wheel until the oil level
Transmission Oil and Filter (1000 Hours) arrow is horizontal. Remove the plug. If oil does not
Hydraulic Return Filter Element (1000 Hours) run out, add oil until it overflows. Check the remaining
hubs the same way. Refer to the oil specifications
Torque the boom chains after the first 100 hours of found in the Lubrication chapter of this manual.
operation on new machines or anytime a chain has
been replaced. Thereafter the boom chains should be
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DECAL LOCATIONS - FRAME AND BOOM
REF. DESCRIPTION PART NO.
NO.
01 DANGER - HANDS OUT L70305
02 WARNING - PINCH POINT L65927
03 WARNING - JUMP START L65933
04 GEHL, 5.00” 102027
05 QUICK-ATTACH DIAGRAM L65937
06 GEHL, 6.75” 184069
07 ANTI-FREEZE 056859
08 HALF ZONE MARKER (5 ea.) L62583
09 NO. “0” EXTENSION MARKER (1 ea.) L67718
NO. “1” EXTENSION MARKER (1 ea.) L67719
NO. “2” EXTENSION MARKER (1 ea.) L67720
NO. “3” EXTENSION MARKER (1 ea.) L67721
NO. “4” EXTENSION MARKER (1 ea.) L67722
NO. “5” EXTENSION MARKER (1 ea.) L67723
10 COOLANT UNDER PRESSURE 072798
11 WARNING - NO RIDERS L65932
12 BRAKE FLUID L63474
13 OPERATOR MANUAL WARNING 100359
14 DANGER - PERSONNEL INJURY (units without PWP) L65928
15 CARRY LOAD LOW L65926
16 LUBE CHART 103229
17 RS6-34 LH 104871
18 GEHL, 3.75” 184043
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Hydraulic Schematic
for Tri-Function Joystick with PWP
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