Form No.

SL3635
908268/
BP0904
English

SL3935
SKID-STEER
LOADER
SL3635 SN 00001175 & LATER
SL3935 SN 00001337 & LATER

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
 WRONG
Operators must have instructions
before running the machine.
Untrained operators can cause
injury or death.

Never use loader without

Gehl, in cooperation with the ROPS/FOPS. Never modify
American Society of Agricultural the ROPS/FOPS structure.
Engineers and the Society of
Automotive Engineers, has adopted
this Safety Alert Symbol to pinpoint
precautions which, if not properly
followed, can create a safety hazard.
When you see this symbol in this
manual or on the machine itself, you WRONG
are reminded to BE ALERT! Your
personal safety is involved!

CORRECT

Never use the loader to lift

Read Operator’s personnel.
Manual before
using machine.

WRONG

CORRECT

Do not use loader around

explosive dust or gas, or
Always fasten seatbelt where exhaust can contact
snugly. Always keep flammable material.
feet on the floor/pedals
when operating loader.
 SL3635 and SL3935 Skid-Steer Loader
Operator’s Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Controls and Safety Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Table of Common Materials and Densities . . . . . . . . 72
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Torque Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Loader Model Number

Loader Serial Number

Engine Serial Number

All-Tach™ and Hydraloc™ are trademarks of Gehl Company.

Gehl® and Powerview® are registered trademarks of Gehl Company.
 INTRODUCTION
This Operator’s Manual gives the owner/operator information about
maintaining and servicing SL3635 and SL3935 skid steer loader models.
More importantly, this manual provides an operating plan for safe and proper
use of the machine. Major points of safe operation are detailed in the Safety
chapter of this manual.
We ask that you read and understand the contents of this manual completely
and become familiar with your new machine before operating it. See your
authorized Gehl dealer if you have any questions concerning information in
the manual, require extra manuals or for information concerning the
availability of manuals in other languages.
Throughout this manual, information is provided which is set in italic type
and introduced by the word Note or Important. Read carefully and comply
with the message — it will improve your operating and maintenance
efficiency, help avoid breakdowns and damage, and extend your machine’s
life.
A manual storage box in the operator’s compartment holds the Operator’s
Manual and EMI Safety Manual. Please return the manuals to this box and
keep them with the unit at all times. If this machine is resold, we recommend
that these manuals be given to the new owner.
The attachments and equipment available for use with this machine have a
wide variety of potential applications. Read the manual provided with the
attachment to learn how to safely maintain and operate the equipment. Be
sure the machine is suitably equipped for the type of work to be performed.
Do not use this machine for any applications or purposes other than those
described in this manual or applicable for approved attachments. If the
machine is to be used with special attachments or equipment other than those
approved by Gehl Company, consult your Gehl dealer. Any person using
non-approved attachments or making unauthorized modifications is
responsible for the consequences.
The Gehl dealership network stands ready to provide you with any assistance
you may require, including providing genuine Gehl service parts. All service
parts should be obtained from your Gehl dealer. Give complete information
about the part and include the model and serial numbers of your machine.
Record these numbers in the space provided on the Table of Contents page, as
a handy reference.
Please be aware that Gehl strives to continuously improve its products and
reserves the right to make changes and improvements in the design and
construction of any part without incurring the obligation to install such
changes on any unit previously delivered.
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If this machine was purchased “used,” or if the owner’s address has changed,
please provide your Gehl dealer or Gehl Company Service Department with
the owner’s name and current address, along with the machine model and
serial number. This will allow the registered owner information to be
updated, so that the owner can be notified directly in case of an important
product issue, such as a safety update program.

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 Model Identification

Front Work Lights

Upright
Hand Holds
Restraint Bar
Hydraulic
Auxiliary
Couplers
Lift Cylinder
Tilt
Cylinder

Hitch

Tires

Roll Over/
Falling Object
Engine Cover
Protective
Structure
(ROPS/FOPS)

Tail Lights

Rear Work Lift Arm

Lights

Rear Door

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 Control/Indicator Symbols

Power Off Power On Engine Start Hazard Flasher Worklight

Worklight Read Operator’s

w/Flasher Battery Charge Parking Brake Manual Horn

Volume - Full Volume- Half Full Volume - Empty Pre-Heat Diesel Fuel

N Seatbelt - Lap
Lift Point Neutral Safety Alert Chaincase Oil Only

Engine Oil
Engine Air Filter Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Pressure Fuel Filter

Engine Coolant Hydraulic Oil Hydraulic Oil Grease

Temperature Hydraulic System Temperature Filter Lubrication Point

Machine Travel - Machine Travel - Clockwise Counterclockwise

Tie-Down Forward Reverse Rotation Rotation

Fast Slow Bucket - Lower Bucket - Raise Bucket - Float

Bucket - Rollback Bucket - Dump

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 Notes

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 SAFETY
This safety alert symbol means Attention! Become alert! Your safety
is involved! It stresses an attitude of “Heads Up for Safety” and can
be found throughout this Operator’s Manual and on the decals on the
machine.
Before operating this machine, read and study the following safety
information. In addition, be sure that everyone who operates or works with
this machine, whether family member or employee, is familiar with these
safety precautions. It is essential to have competent and careful operators,
who are not physically or mentally impaired, and who are thoroughly trained
in the safe operation of the machine and the handling of loads. It is
recommended that the operator be capable of obtaining a valid motor vehicle
operator’s license.
The use of skid steer loaders is subject to certain hazards that cannot be
eliminated by mechanical means, but only by exercising intelligence, care
and common sense. Such hazards include, but are not limited to, hillside
operation, overloading, instability of the load, poor maintenance and using
the equipment for a purpose for which it is not intended or designed.
Gehl ALWAYS considers the operator’s safety when designing its machinery
and guards exposed moving parts for the operator’s protection. However,
some areas cannot be guarded or shielded in order to assure proper operation.
Furthermore, this Operator’s Manual and the decals on the machine warn of
additional hazards and they should be read and observed closely.
Some photographs in this manual may show doors, guards and shields open
or removed for illustrative purposes only. Be sure that all doors, guards and
shields are in their proper operating positions before starting the engine to
operate the unit.
Different applications may require optional safety equipment, such as a
back-up alarm, horn, mirror, strobe light or an impact-resistant front door. Be
sure you know the job site hazards and equip your machine as needed.

DANGER “DANGER” indicates an imminently hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.

WARNING “WARNING” indicates a potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.

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 CAUTION “CAUTION” indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided may result in minor or moderate
injury. May also alert against unsafe practices.

Mandatory Safety Shutdown Procedure

Before cleaning, adjusting, lubricating, servicing the unit or leaving it
unattended:
1. Move the drive control handle(s) to the “neutral” position.
2. Lower the lift arm and attachment completely. If the lift arm must be left
in the “raised” position, BE SURE to properly engage the lift arm support
device (page 18).
3. Move the throttle to the low idle position, shut off the engine and remove
the key.
4. Before exiting, move the lift/tilt control(s) to verify that the controls do
not cause movement of the lift arm and hitch.

Safety Reminders
Before Starting
Ü Do not modify the ROPS/FOPS unless instructed to do so in installation
instructions. Modifications such as welding, drilling or cutting can weaken
the structure and reduce the protection it provides. A damaged
ROPS/FOPS cannot be repaired — it must be replaced.
Ü To ensure safe operation, replace damaged or worn-out parts with genuine
Gehl service parts.
Ü Gehl skid steer loaders are designed and intended to be used only with Gehl
attachments or approved referral attachments. Gehl cannot be responsible
for operator safety if the loader is used with a non-approved attachment.
Ü Remove all trash and debris from the machine each day, especially in the
engine compartment, to minimize the risk of fire.
Ü Always face the loader and use the hand holds and steps when getting on
and off the loader. Do not jump off the loader.
Ü Never use starting fluid (ether).
Ü Walk around the machine and warn all nearby personnel before starting the
machine.
Ü Always perform a daily inspection of the machine before using it. Look for
damage, loose or missing parts, leaks, etc.

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During Operation
Ü The terrain, engine speed, load being carried and abrupt control
movements can affect machine stability. IF MISUSED, ANY OF THE
ABOVE FACTORS CAN CAUSE THE LOADER TO TIP, THROWING YOU
FORWARD OR OUT OF THE UNIT, CAUSING DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY. Therefore, always have the operator restraint bar lowered and
wear the seatbelt. Operate the controls smoothly and gradually at an
appropriate engine speed that matches the operating conditions.
Ü Always travel with the heavier end of the loader toward the top of the
incline for additional stability when operating on inclines or ramps.
Ü Do not raise or drop a loaded bucket or fork suddenly. Abrupt movements
under load can cause serious instability.
Ü Never push the lift control into the “float” position with the bucket or
attachment loaded or raised, because this will cause the lift arm to lower
rapidly.
Ü Do not drive too close to an excavation or ditch; be sure that the
surrounding ground has adequate strength to support the weight of the
loader and the load.
Ü Never carry riders. Do not allow others to ride on the machine or
attachments, because they could fall or cause an accident.
Ü Always look to the rear before backing up the skid steer loader.
Ü Operate the controls only from the operator’s seat.
Ü Do not exceed the rated operating load of the machine.
Ü Always keep hands and feet inside the operator’s compartment while
operating the machine.
Ü New operators must operate the loader in an open area away from
bystanders. Practice with the controls until the loader can be operated
safely and efficiently.
Ü Exhaust fumes can kill. Do not operate this machine in an enclosed area
unless there is adequate ventilation.
Ü When you park the machine and before you leave the seat, check the
restraint bar for proper operation. The restraint bar, when raised, applies the
parking brake and deactivates the lift/tilt controls.

Maintenance
Ü Never attempt to by-pass the keyswitch to start the engine. Use only the
jump starting procedure detailed in the Service chapter of this manual.
Ü Never use your hands to search for hydraulic fluid leaks. Instead, use a
piece of paper or cardboard. Escaping fluid under pressure can be invisible
and can penetrate the skin and cause serious injury. If any fluid is injected
into your skin, see a doctor at once. Injected fluid must be surgically
removed by a doctor or gangrene may result.

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Ü Always wear safety glasses with side shields when striking metal against
metal. In addition, it is recommended that a softer (chip resistant) material
be used to cushion the blow. Failure to heed could lead to serious injury to
the eyes or other parts of the body.
Ü Do not smoke or have any spark producing equipment in the area while
filling the fuel tank or while working on the fuel or hydraulic systems.

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Potential Hazards
A skid steer loader operator must ALWAYS be conscious of the working
00environment. Operator actions, the environmental conditions and the job
at hand 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 (888) 258-0808 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 recommends an exposure limit of 0.05 mg/m3 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.

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 may be obtained
from your Gehl dealer. New equipment must have all decals specified by the
manufacturer affixed to their proper place.
Note: Contact your dealer for information concerning the availability of
warning decals in other languages.
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 alignment. 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. Text decals begin on page ; Non-text decals begin on
page .

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 Safety Decals inside the ROPS

137628 - Located on the manual box, operator’s

right

137683 - Located on
ROPS left panel

137647 - Located on operator’s lower left side 137639 - Located on

ROPS left panel
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 Safety Decals on the Outside of the Skid Loader

137637 - Lift arm support device, loader left side

184214 - Under ROPS

137655 - Front of loader

137720 - Front of loader

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 Safety Decals in the Engine Compartment

137657 - Right of hydraulic filter

137658 - On radiator

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 Product and Component Plate Location
2

7
5

1
6
4
Product and Component Plates
1. Engine plate: with e.g. type designation, product- and serial number
2. Operator protection system plate: with e.g. model, certification and operator
protection system serial number
3. Product plate: with Product Identification Number and e.g. model/type
designation
4. Seat plate according to ISO 7096
5. Component plate rear drive axel : with e.g. product- and serial number
6. Component plate front drive axel : with e.g. product- and serial number
7. Component plate transmission: with e.g. product- and serial number

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 Notes

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 CONTROLS and SAFETY EQUIPMENT
CAUTION Become familiar with and know how to use all safety
devices and controls on the skid steer loader before operating it. Know
how to stop loader operation before starting it. This Gehl loader is
designed and intended to be used only with a Gehl attachment or a
Gehl-approved referral attachment or accessory. Gehl cannot be
responsible for operator safety if the loader is used with a non-approved
attachment.

Guards and Shields

Whenever possible and without affecting loader operation, guards and
shields are provided to protect against potentially hazardous areas. In many
places, safety decals are also provided to warn of potential hazards and/or to
display special operating procedures.
WARNING Read and thoroughly understand all safety decals on
the loader before operating it. Do not operate the loader unless all
factory-installed guards and shields are properly secured in place.

Operator Restraint Bar

Lower the restraint bar after entering the operator’s compartment. The
restraint bar is securely anchored to the ROPS. The restraint bar switch is
wired in series with the seat switch
forming an interlock for the lift arm, tilt,
drive and starter circuits (refer to the 1
“Safety Interlock System” topic on page
17 for more information). 2

WARNING Never defeat the 4

3
operator restraint bar or seat switch
electrically or mechanically. Always
wear your seatbelt.

Operator’s Seat Fig. 1: Operator’s Seat

1. Restraint Bar
The seat is mounted on rails for 2. Seatbelt
backward or forward repositioning. A 3. Seat Adjustment Lever
spring-loaded latch handle activates the 4. Suspension Seat Knob (optional)
seat adjustment mechanism.
Suspension seat (optional): A weight adjustment knob is provided with this
seat for operator comfort.

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Safety Interlock System

WARNING NEVER defeat the safety interlock system by

mechanically or electrically bypassing any switches, relays or solenoid
valves.
An interlock system is used on the loader for operator safety. Together with
solenoid valves, switches and relays, the interlock system:
» Prevents the engine from starting unless the operator is sitting on the seat
and the operator restraint bar is down.
» Disables the lift arm, attachment tilt and wheel drives anytime the operator
leaves the seat, turns the keyswitch to OFF or raises the restraint bar.
» Disables the engagement of the auxiliary hydraulics anytime the restraint
bar is raised or the keyswitch is OFF.
Testing the Safety Interlock System
Before leaving a parked machine, check the safety interlock system for
proper operation:
Restraint Bar
With the engine running, raise the restraint bar. Test each of the controls.
There should be not more than a slight movement of the lift arm, hitch and
machine. If there is any significant movement, troubleshoot and correct
the problem immediately. Contact your dealer if necessary.
Seat Switch
With the engine off and the restraint bar lowered, unfasten your seatbelt.
Lift your weight up off the seat. Try to start the engine. If the engine starts,
turn off the engine, and troubleshoot and correct the problem. Contact
your dealer if necessary.

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ROPS/FOPS
The ROPS/FOPS (Roll Over/Falling Object Protective Structure) is designed
to provide protection for the operator from falling objects and in case the
loader tips or rolls over, provided the operator is secured inside the ROPS by
the seatbelt and restraint bar.
WARNING Never operate the loader with the ROPS removed or
locked back.

Parking Brake
This skid loader is equipped with a
spring-applied hydraulic-release parking
brake. The parking brake engages when the
operator lifts the restraint bar, leaves the
operator’s seat or shuts off the engine. The
brake can also be applied manually by using
the switch located on the right control panel of
the ROPS. The red indicator on the switch
lights when the parking brake is applied.
Fig. 2: Parking Brake Switch
Horn

Rear Window Emergency Exit

The ROPS rear window has three
functions: noise reduction, falling objects
barrier and emergency exit.
To use the emergency exit, pull on the
yellow warning tag at the bottom of the
window and remove the seal. Push out the
window and exit.
Fig. 3: Rear Window Emergency
Exit
1. Pull Tag

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Lift Arm Support Device
The lift arm support device on the left lift cylinder is used as a cylinder lock to
prevent the raised lift arm from unexpectedly lowering. Be sure to engage the
support device when the lift arm is raised for service. When the support
device is not being used, store it under the lift arm using the lock pin. The
support device is a safety device that must be kept in proper operating
condition at all times. The following steps ensure correct usage:
WARNING The safest method of engaging the lift arm support
device requires two people - one person inside the loader and another
person to engage the support device.
Note: With the keyswitch OFF and the solenoid valve working, the lift arm will
stay raised when the lift control is moved to lower the lift arm. If the valve does
not hold the lift arm and it begins to lower, do not leave the operator’s
compartment. Instead, have someone store the support device for you. Then,
contact your Gehl dealer immediately to determine why the lift arm lowers while
the keyswitch is OFF.
Engagement
WARNING Always engage the lift arm support device before
leaving the operator’s compartment to work on the loader with the lift arm
raised.
To engage the lift arm support device:
1. Lower the lift arm fully onto the loader frame.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Leave the operator’s compartment. Remove the lock pin holding the
support device up against the lift arm.
Allow the support device to come down
into contact with the lift cylinder.
4. Return to the operator’s compartment
and start the engine.
5. Raise the lift arm until the lift arm
support device drops over the end of the
lift cylinder and around the cylinder rod. Fig. 4: Lift Arm Support
Slowly lower the lift arm until the Device Engaged
support device contacts the top end of the
lift cylinder.
6. Be sure the support device is secure against the cylinder end. Then, stop
the engine, remove the key and leave the operator’s compartment.

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Disengagement
WARNING Never leave the operator’s compartment to
disengage the lift arm support device with the engine running.
To return the lift arm support device to its storage
position:
1. Raise the lift arm completely.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key and take it with
you.
WARNING Before testing the loader,
always clear people from the area.
3. Before leaving the operator’s compartment, be Fig. 5: Lock Pin in
sure that the lift arm is being held in the raised “Locked” Position
position by the solenoid valve (See Note).
4. To store the support device, raise it up until it contacts the lift arm. Slide
the lock pin through the support device and catch under the lift arm. Once
the pin is secure, flip the lock pin loop so that it locks the pin in.

Accessory Plug (Optional)

The optional accessory plug is located at the bottom of the left instrument
panel.

Engine Speed Control

A right-hand controlled throttle lever is provided on all models for adjusting
the engine speed. Move the control forward to increase the engine speed and
rearward to decrease the engine speed.
T-Bar Controls Only: A right-foot operated
accelerator pedal is provided to control the
engine RPM. The pedal linkage is
spring-loaded to return to the adjusted
hand-operated throttle setting.

Fig. 6: Throttle Lever

Fig. 7: Foot Pedal (T-Bar)

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Instrument Panel
The instrument panel contains the following
switches and indicators. Symbols on the panel 1
represent various functions and conditions,
and are visible only when indicator lamps are
on. 2

1. Hourmeter - Indicates the total operating

hours of the loader.
2. Fuel Level Gauge - Indicates the amount
of fuel in the tank. 3
3. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
(optional) - Indicates the engine coolant
temperature.
Note: Items 4 through 9 are indicator lights
which display the following:
4
4. Fasten Seatbelt - A momentary visual
(and audible) indicator to remind the 8 5
operator to fasten the seatbelt.
6
5. Engine Oil Pressure - Lights if the
engine oil pressure drops too low, 9 7
warning the operator to immediately stop
the engine and determine the cause for the
pressure drop. During normal operation,
10
this indicator should be OFF.
6. Battery - Lights if the charging voltage is
too high or too low. During normal
operation, this indicator should be OFF.
11 12
7. Preheat Indicator Lamp - Lights when
the preheat switch is pressed. During
normal operation, this indicator should be
OFF.
13
8. Engine Coolant Temperature - Lights
if the engine coolant gets too hot, warning
the operator to stop the engine. Allow the
engine to cool, determine the cause for the 14

high temperature and correct the problem

before restarting the engine. During
14
normal operation, this indicator should be
OFF.
Fig. 8: Instrument Panel

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9. Hydraulic Oil Temperature - Lights if the hydraulic oil becomes too
hot, warning the operator to stop engine. Allow the hydraulic system to
cool and determine the cause of the high temperature. During normal
operation, this indicator should be OFF.
10. Keyswitch - In a clockwise rotation, these positions are:
Off Position - With the key vertical (OFF) in the keyswitch, power from
the battery is disconnected to the controls and instrument panel electrical
circuits. This is the only position the key can be inserted or removed from
the keyswitch.
On or Run Position - With the key turned one position clockwise (RUN)
from the vertical (OFF) position, power from the battery is supplied to all
control and instrument panel electrical circuits.
Start Position - With the key turned fully clockwise (START) and held in
position, the electric starter energizes, starting the engine. Release the key
after the engine starts (it returns to the RUN position by itself).
Note: The engine cannot be started unless the operator sits in the seat and the
restraint bar is lowered.
11. Parking Brake Switch - Used to manually apply the parking brake. The
red indicator on the switch lights when the parking brake is applied.
12. Preheat Switch - Used to preheat the engine in cold conditions.
13. Light Switch - Controls all the lights (standard and optional) on the
loader. Symbols denote the three positions of the light switch. In a
clockwise direction these are: Off, Flashers (Hazards) and Worklights
with Flashers. For the lights to function, the keyswitch must be in the RUN
position.
14. Circuit Breakers - Four circuit breakers on the instrument panel protect
the loader’s electrical circuits.
Important: Do not attempt to defeat the circuit protection by jumping
across a circuit breaker or by using a higher amperage circuit breaker.

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T-Bar Controls
Your Gehl loader may be equipped
with the T-Bar control option. The
left T-Bar controls the drive and the
1 2
right T-Bar controls the lift/tilt.
Drive Control
Forward, reverse, speed and turning
maneuvers are accomplished by Fig. 9: T-Bar Controls
movement of the left T-Bar. To go 1. Drive Control
forward, push the control forward; 2. Lift/Tilt Control
for reverse, pull the control
rearward. To turn right, turn the control clockwise; to turn left, turn the
control counterclockwise. For gradual turns, move the T-Bar slightly
forward or rearward. For sharp turns, do not move the control forward or
rearward.
Moving the T-Bar farther from neutral increases the speed steadily to the
maximum travel speed. Tractive effort decreases as speed increases. To get
maximum tractive effort, move the T-Bar only part way from the neutral
position. The engine will stall if the controls are moved too far forward when
loading the bucket.
WARNING Be sure the T-Bar controls are in neutral before
starting the engine. Operate the T-Bars gradually and smoothly.
Excessive speed and quick T-Bar movements without regard for
conditions and circumstances are hazardous and could cause an
accident.

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Lift/Tilt Control
Moving the lift arm and tilting the attachment are accomplished by
movement of the right T-Bar. To raise the lift arm, pull the control straight
rearward; to lower the lift arm, push the control straight forward. To tilt the
attachment downward, twist the control clockwise; to tilt the attachment
up or back, twist the control counterclockwise.
Note: The speed of the lift/tilt motion is directly proportional to the amount of
T-Bar movement and engine RPM.
To place the lift arm in the detent (float) position, push the right T-Bar all the
way forward, into the detent. This position allows the lowered lift arm to float
while traveling over changing ground conditions.
WARNING Never push the lift/tilt T-Bar control into the float
position with the attachment loaded or raised, because this will cause the
lift arm to lower rapidly.

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Hand/Foot Controls
Your Gehl loader may be equipped
with the hand/foot control option. The
4 3
handles control the drive and the foot
pedals control the lift/tilt.
1 2
Drive Controls
Forward, reverse, speed and turning
maneuvers are accomplished by Fig. 10: Hand/Foot Controls
movement of the control handles. To 1. Left Drive Control Handle
2. Right Drive Control Handle
go forward, push both handles 3. Tilt Control Foot Pedal
forward; for reverse, pull both handles 4. Lift Control Foot Pedal
rearward. For turning, move one
handle farther forward or rearward than the other handle. Turn direction is
determined by which handle is moved the farthest forward; to turn left, move
the right handle farther forward than the left handle. For sharp turns, move the
handles in opposite directions.
Moving the handles farther from neutral increases the speed steadily to the
maximum travel speed. Tractive effort decreases as speed increases. To get
maximum tractive effort, move the handles only part way from the neutral
position. The engine will stall if the control is moved too far when loading the
bucket.
WARNING Be sure the controls are in neutral before starting the
engine. Operate the controls gradually and smoothly. Excessive speed
and quick control movements without regard for conditions and
circumstances are hazardous and could cause an accident.

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Lift/Tilt Controls
Moving the lift arm and tilting the attachment are accomplished by
movement of the foot pedals. The left pedal raises and lowers the lift arm; the
right pedal tilts the attachment. To raise the lift arm, use your heel to push
down on the left pedal; to lower the lift arm, use your toes to push down on the
left pedal. To tilt the attachment downward, use your toes to push down on
the right pedal; to tilt the attachment up or back, use your heel to push down
on the right pedal.
Note: The speed of the lift/tilt motion is directly proportional to the amount of
pedal movement and engine RPM.
To place the lift arm in the detent (float) position, use your toes to push the left
pedal all the way down, into the detent. This position allows the lowered lift
arm to float while traveling over changing ground conditions.
WARNING Never push the left pedal into the float position with
the attachment loaded or raised, because this will cause the lift arm to
lower rapidly.

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Dual Hand Controls
Your Gehl loader may be equipped with the dual hand control option. The left
handle controls the left side drive and the lift. The right handle controls the
right side drive and the tilt.
Drive Control
Forward, reverse, speed and turning maneuvers are accomplished by pushing
and pulling the handles. To go forward, push both handles forward; for
reverse, pull both handles rearward. For turning, move one handle farther
forward or rearward than the other handle. Turn direction is determined by
which handle is moved farther forward; to turn left, move the right handle
farther forward than the left handle. For sharp turns, move the handles in
opposite directions.
Moving the handles farther from neutral increases the speed steadily to the
maximum travel speed. Tractive effort decreases as speed increases. To get
maximum tractive effort, move the handles only slightly away from the
neutral position. The engine will stall if the control is moved too far when
loading the bucket.
WARNING Be sure the controls are in neutral before starting the
engine. Operate the controls gradually and smoothly. Excessive speed
and quick control movements without regard for conditions and
circumstances are hazardous and could cause an accident.

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Lift/Tilt Control
Moving the lift arm and tilting the attachment are accomplished by rotating
the control handles. To raise the lift arm, rotate the left control up; to lower
the lift arm, rotate the left control down. To tilt the attachment downward,
rotate the right control up; to tilt the attachment up or back, rotate the right
control down..
Note: The speed of the lift/tilt motion is directly proportional to the amount of
control movement and engine RPM.
To place the lift arm in the detent (float) position, push the left control all the
way down, into the detent. This position allows the lowered lift arm to float
while traveling over changing ground conditions.
WARNING Never push the lift/tilt control into the float position
with the attachment loaded or raised, because this will cause the lift arm to
lower rapidly.

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Auxiliary Hydraulic Controls
Auxiliary hydraulics are used with an
attachment that has a mechanism requiring
hydraulic power of its own.
Important: Always be sure the auxiliary B
hydraulic control is in neutral before starting A
the loader or removing the auxiliary
hydraulic couplers.
Coupler hookup is located on the left lift arm.
“A” port is pressure, “B” port is return when Fig. 11: Auxiliary Couplers
the auxiliary control is in the detent position
(refer to page 35).
T-Bar Controlled Loaders
A foot pedal is used to control the direction of
oil flow. Pushing the right side of the foot
pedal all the way to the right will put the
control valve in the detent position for
continuous operation. Fig. 12: T-Bar Auxiliary
Control
Hand/Foot Controlled Loaders
The right handle controls the direction of oil
flow. Pushing the handle all the way to the
right (Fig. 14, position “Ad”) will put the
control valve in the detent position for
continuous operation.

Fig. 13: Hand/ Foot Auxiliary

Control

Fig. 14: Hand/ Foot Auxiliary

Control Operation
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Attachment Mounting
The Gehl loader is equipped with a
two-pin All-Tach™ attaching
mechanism (hitch) for mounting a
bucket or other attachment. Two
latch levers secure the attachment.
Rotate the levers until they are
horizontal to engage the lock pins.
Rotate the levers until they are
vertical to disengage the lock pins.
Fig. 15: All-Tach™ Attaching
Mechanism (Hitch)
WARNING To prevent
unexpected attachment release
from the hitch, be sure to secure the
lock pins by rotating the levers
downward into a horizontal
position.

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 Notes

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 OPERATION
WARNING Before starting the engine and operating the loader,
review and comply with all safety recommendations in the Safety chapter
of this manual. Know how to stop the loader before starting it. Also, be
sure to fasten and properly adjust the seatbelt and lower the operator
restraint bar.

Before Starting the Engine

Before starting the engine and running the loader, refer to the Controls and
Safety Equipment chapter and familiarize yourself with the various operating
controls, indicators and safety devices on the loader.

Starting the Engine

The following procedure is recommended for starting the engine:
1. Carefully step up onto the back of the bucket or attachment and grasp the
ROPS hand holds to get into the operator’s compartment.
2. Fasten the seatbelt and lower the restraint bar.
3. Verify the following:
» the lift/tilt, drive and auxiliary controls are in their neutral positions
» the brake is on
4. Push the throttle lever forward to half speed.
Note: When the key is turned to the RUN position, an indicator will light on the
instrument panel and a buzzer will sound momentarily to remind you to check
that your seatbelt is fastened.
5. Turn the keyswitch to the START position.
Important: Do not engage the starter for longer than 15 seconds at a time.
Longer use can overheat and damage the starter. Allow the starter to cool for
20 seconds between uses.
After the engine starts, allow a sufficient warm-up time before attempting to
operate the controls.
Important: If the warning lights do not go off, stop the engine and
investigate the cause.

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Cold Starting Procedure

WARNING Do not use starting fluid (ether) with preheat systems.

An explosion can result which can cause engine damage, injury or death.
Push the PREHEAT button on the instrument panel for a maximum of 30
seconds to preheat the engine. If the temperature is below 32° F (0° C), try the
following to make starting the engine easier:
» Replace the engine oil with SAE 5W30.
» Make sure the battery is fully charged.
» Install a block heater on the engine.
Let the engine run for a minimum of five minutes to warm the engine and
hydraulic fluid before operating the loader.

Stopping the Loader

The following procedure is the recommended sequence for stopping the
loader:
1. Check that the drive control handle(s) is(are) are in “neutral” position.
2. Lower the lift arm and rest the attachment on the ground.
3. Pull the throttle lever back to the idle position (and/or take your foot off
the accelerator pedal for hands-only controlled machines).
4. Turn the keyswitch to the OFF position to shut off the engine.
5. Raise the restraint bar, unlatch the seatbelt and grasp the hand holds while
climbing out of the operator’s compartment.
Note: The skid loader is equipped with a spring-applied automatic parking
brake. The parking brake is engaged when the operator lifts the restraint bar,
leaves the operator’s seat, shuts off the engine or when the brake switch is
applied (the bottom half of the switch is pushed in).

Parking the Loader

Park the loader on level ground away from traffic. If this is not possible, park
the loader across the incline and block the tires to prevent movement.

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Jump Starting the Battery
If the battery becomes discharged or does not have enough power to start the
engine, use jumper cables and the following procedure to jump start the
engine.
WARNING The only safe method for jump starting a
discharged battery is for two people to perform the following
procedure. The second person removes the jumper cables so that the
operator does not have to leave the operator’s compartment with the
engine running.
Never make jumper cable connections directly to the starter solenoid of
either engine. Do not start the engine from any position other than the
operator’s seat and then only after being sure all controls are in “neutral.”
Closely follow the procedure in order to avoid personal injury. In addition,
wear safety glasses to protect your eyes. Avoid leaning over the batteries
while jump starting.
Do not jump start the battery if it is frozen, because it may rupture or
explode. Warm the battery to 60 F (16 C) before connecting to a charger.
Note: Be sure the jumper battery is a 12 volt D.C. battery.
1. Turn the keyswitches of both machines to OFF. Be sure the machines are
in “neutral” and NOT touching each other.
2. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) battery terminal
on the disabled loader first. Do not allow the jumper’s positive cable
clamps to touch any metal other than the positive (+) battery terminals.
Connect the other end of the positive jumper cable to the jumper
machine’s battery positive (+) terminal.
3. Connect the negative (-) jumper cable to the jumper machine’s battery
negative (-) terminal.
Important: Do not use the loader frame as ground or damage will occur to
the engine-to-frame groundwire.
4. Make the final negative (-) jumper cable connection to the disabled
loader’s engine block (ground) — NOT to the disabled battery’s negative
(-) post. When connecting to the engine, keep the jumper clamp away
from the battery, fuel lines and moving parts.
5. Be sure the brake switch is engaged and that the controls are in neutral.
Start the engine. If it does not start at once, start the jumper machine’s
engine to avoid excessive drain on the booster battery.
6. After the disabled loader is started and running smoothly, have the second
person remove the jumper cables (negative (-) jumper cable first) from
the jumper machine’s battery and then from the disabled loader while
being sure NOT to short the two cables together.
Allow sufficient time for the skid loader alternator to build up a charge in the
battery before attempting to operate the loader or shut off the engine.

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Changing Attachments

WARNING To prevent unexpected attachment release from the

hitch, be sure to properly secure the hitch lock pins by rotating the latch
levers to a horizontal position.
The skid loader features a All-Tach™ attaching mechanism (hitch) for
mounting a bucket or other attachment. Two latch levers secure the
attachment.
Connect Attachment
1. Rotate the latch levers to a
vertical position to fully retract
the latch pins. 1
1
2. Start the loader engine and
make sure the lift arm is
lowered and in contact with the
loader frame.
3. Align the loader squarely with
2 2
the back of the attachment.
4. Tilt the hitch forward until the
top edge of the hitch is below Fig. 16: Hitch - disengaged
the flange on the back side of 1. Latch Levers
the attachment and centered 2. Latch Pins
between the vertical plates.
5. Slowly drive the loader forward and, at the same time, tilt the hitch back to
engage the flange on the back side of the attachment.
6. Stop forward travel when the flange is engaged, but continue to tilt the
hitch back to lift the attachment off the ground.
7. Exercise the MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE (page 7).
8. With the loader engine OFF, leave the operator’s compartment and rotate
the latch levers to a horizontal position to fully engage the latch pins.
Important: To check that the attachment is properly installed, apply down
pressure to the attachment prior to operating.

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Connect Auxiliary Hydraulic Couplings
Note: With the engine OFF, key in the ON position and the restraint bar down, the
auxiliary hydraulic control can be moved to relieve any pressure in the hydraulic
system.
Coupler hookup is located on the left lift arm. “A” port is pressure, “B” port is
return when the auxiliary control is in the detent position.
Remove Attachment
1. Tilt the hitch back until the attachment is off the ground.
2. Exercise the MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE (page 7).
3. Relieve any hydraulic pressure in the auxiliary and attachment lines.
a. Turn the key ON (do not start the engine).
b. With the restraint bar down, move the auxiliary hydraulic control
back and forth. This will relieve the pressure in the hydraulic system.
4. With the engine OFF, leave the operator’s compartment, disconnect the
auxiliary hydraulic hoses and rotate the hitch’s latch levers completely
vertical to fully retract the latch pins.
5. Start the engine and be sure that the lift arm is fully lowered and in contact
with the loader frame.
6. Tilt the hitch forward and slowly back the loader until the attachment is
free from the loader.

Self-Leveling (optional)
The feature is designed to keep the attachment level while the lift arm is being
raised.

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Using a Bucket

WARNING 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 “Digger’s Hotline” or proper local authorities for
utility line locations before starting to dig.

Driving over Rough Terrain

When traveling over rough terrain, drive slowly with the bucket lowered.
Driving on an Incline
When traveling on an incline, the loader must travel with the heavy end
pointing uphill.
Digging with a Bucket
Approach the digging site with the lift arm slightly
raised and the bucket tilted forward until the edge
contacts the ground. Break the ground by driving
forward and gradually lowering the lift arm.
With the bucket filled, tilt the bucket back, back the
loader away from the material and rest the lift arm
against the loader frame before proceeding to the Fig. 17: Digging
dumping area.

WARNING Always carry the loaded bucket with the lift arm
resting on the loader frame. For additional stability when operating on
inclines, always travel with the heavier end of the loader toward the top of
the incline.

Loading a Bucket
Approach the pile with the lift arm fully lowered and
the bucket tilted slightly forward until the edge
contacts the ground. Drive forward, lifting the lift
arm and tilting back the bucket to fill it. Back away
from the pile.
Fig. 18: Loading

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Dumping the Load Onto a Pile
Carry a loaded bucket as low as possible until reaching the pile. Gradually
stop forward motion and raise the lift arm high enough so that the bucket
clears the top of the pile. Then, slowly move the loader ahead to position the
bucket to dump the material on top of the pile. Empty the bucket and back the
loader away tilting the bucket back while lowering the lift arm.
WARNING Never push the controls into the float position with the
bucket or attachment loaded or raised, because this will cause the lift arm
to lower rapidly.

Dumping the Load Into a Box

Carry the loaded bucket low and approach
the vehicle or bin. Stop your approach as
close to the side of the box as possible while
allowing for clearance to raise the lift arm
and loaded bucket. Next, raise the lift arm
until the bucket clears the top of the box and
move the loader ahead to position the bucket
over the inside of the box. After the material
is dumped, back away from the box tilting Fig. 19: Dumping Into a Box
the bucket back while lowering the lift arm.
Dumping the Load Over an Embankment
WARNING Do not drive too close to an excavation or ditch. Be
sure the surrounding ground has adequate strength to support the weight
of the loader and the load.
Carry the loaded bucket as low as possible while traveling to the dumping
area. Stop the loader where the bucket extends half-way over the edge of the
embankment. Tilt the bucket forward and raise the lift arm to dump the
material. After the material is dumped, back away from the embankment
tilting the bucket back while lowering the lift arm.
Scraping with a Bucket
For scraping, the loader should be operated in
the forward direction. Position the lift arm
down against the loader frame. Tilt the
bucket cutting edge forward at a slight angle
to the surface being scraped. While traveling
slowly forward with the bucket in this
position, material can flow over the cutting Fig. 20: Scraping
edge and collect inside the bucket.

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Leveling the Ground
Drive the loader to the far edge of the area
to be leveled. Tilt the bucket forward to
place the bucket cutting edge at a 30 to 45
degree angle to the surface being leveled.
Then place the lift arm into the “float”
position and drive the loader rearward
dragging the dirt and, at the same time,
leveling it.
Fig. 21: Leveling the Ground
Note: The float (detent) position for T-Bar
controlled loaders is reached by pushing the
right handle all the way forward. For
hand/foot controlled loaders, use your toes
to push the front of the left pedal all the way
down.
WARNING Check that the work area is clear of people and
obstacles. Always look in the direction of travel.

Highway Travel
If it becomes necessary to move the loader a long distance, obtain and use a
properly rated trailer. For short distance highway travel, attach an SMV
(Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem (purchased locally) to the back of the loader.
For highway operation, obtain and install dual amber flashers or a strobe
light. Check state and local laws and regulations.

Lifting the Loader

The loader can be lifted using a four-point lift kit, which is available from
your authorized Gehl dealer.

Storing the Loader

If your skid loader is to be stored for a long period of time, the following
procedure is suggested:
1. Fully inflate the tires.
2. Lubricate all grease zerks.
3. Check all fluid levels and replenish as necessary.
4. Add stabilizer to the fuel per the fuel supplier’s recommendations.
5. Remove the battery, charge fully and store in a cool, dry location.
6. Protect against extreme weather conditions such as moisture, sunlight
and temperature.

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Transporting the Loader

WARNING Park the truck or trailer on a level surface. Be sure the

vehicle and its ramps have the weight capacity to support the loader.
Make sure the vehicle surface and its ramps are clear of debris and
slippery material that may reduce traction. Move the loader on and off the
vehicle ramp slowly and carefully. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in an overturn accident.
Observe all local regulations governing the loading and transporting of
equipment. Ensure that the hauling vehicle meets all safety requirements
before loading the skid loader.
1. Place blocks at the front and rear of the hauling vehicle’s tires.
2. If the loader has an attachment, lift it
slightly off the ground.
3. Back the loader slowly and carefully
up the ramp onto the vehicle.
4. Lower the loader attachment to the
vehicle deck, turn off the engine and Fig. 22: Front Tie Downs
remove the key.
5. Fasten the loader to the hauling
vehicle at the points indicated by the
tie-down decals.
6. Measure the clearance height of the
loader and hauling vehicle. Post the
clearance height in the cab of the
vehicle.
Fig. 23: Rear Tie Downs

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 SERVICE
WARNING Before servicing the machine, unless expressly
instructed to the contrary, exercise the MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN
PROCEDURE (page 7).
After service has been performed, be sure to restore all guards, shields
and covers to their original positions before resuming loader operation.
This Service chapter details procedures for performing routine maintenance
checks, adjustments and replacements. Most procedures are referred to in the
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Schedule chapters of this manual. Refer to
the separate engine manual provided for engine-related adjustments,
lubrication and servicing procedures.
Note: All service procedures, except those described under the “Dealer
Services” topic are owner-operator responsibilities.
Important: More frequent service than the recommended intervals may be
required under severe operating conditions. You must decide if your
operation requires more service.
Important: Always dispose of waste lubricating oils and hydraulic fluids
according to local regulations or take to a recycling center for disposal. Do
not pour onto the ground or down the drain.

Dealer Services
The following areas of component service, replacement and adjustments
require special tools and knowledge for proper servicing and should be
performed only by your authorized Gehl skid steer loader dealer: Hydrostatic
Components, Hydraulic System Gear Pump, Valves, Cylinders, Electrical
Components (other than the battery, circuit breakers) .

Fig. 24: Engine Compartment

1. Air Cleaner
5 2
2. Muffler
1 3. Radiator/Cooler
4. Coolant Recovery Tank
7 3 5. Hydraulic Oil Filter
6. Engine Oil Dipstick
7. Engine Oil Fill Cap
6
9 8. Engine Oil Filter
9. Fuel Filter
10. Fuel Pump
11. Water Trap
10

4
8
11

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Tilting the ROPS Back
For service, unbolt the two anchor bolts at the front
of the ROPS and tilt it back slowly, moving the
control handles out of the way. A gas-charged
spring helps tilt it back. A self-actuating lock
mechanism engages to lock the ROPS in a
rolled-back position. To lower the ROPS, apply
upward force on it while pulling the lock
mechanism handle toward the front of the loader.
Lower the ROPS slowly onto the chassis, moving Fig. 25: ROPS Lock
the control handles out of the way. Reinstall the Mechanism
anchor bolts, washers and locknuts.
WARNING Never operate the loader with the ROPS removed or
locked back. Be sure the lock pin is securely engaged when the ROPS is
tilted back. Properly support the ROPS when unlatching the lock
mechanism and lowering the ROPS. Be sure to reinstall the anchor bolts,
washers and locknuts before resuming loader operation.

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Loader Raising Procedure
To raise the skid loader so all four tires are not contacting the ground, use the
procedure below:

WARNING Do not rely on a jack or hoist to maintain the “raised”

position without additional blocking and supports. Serious personal
injury could result from improperly raising or blocking the skid loader.
1. Using a jack or hoist capable of lifting the fully-equipped weight of the
loader (with all attached options), lift the rear of the loader until the rear
tires are off the ground.
2. Stack wooden blocks under the flat part of the loader chassis. They should
run parallel with, but not touch, the rear tires (see Fig. 26).
3. Slowly lower the loader until its weight rests on the blocks. If the tires still
touch the ground, raise the loader again, add more blocks and lower again.
4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the front end. When the procedure is
finished, all four tires will be off the ground so they can be removed.

Loader Lowering Procedure

When service or adjustment procedures are complete, the skid loader can be
taken down from the “raised” position. To lower the loader onto its tires:
1. Using a jack or hoist, raise the front of the loader until its weight no longer
rests on the front blocks.
2. Carefully remove the blocking under the front of the loader.
3. Slowly lower the loader until the front
tires are resting on the ground.
4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the rear of
the loader. When the procedure is
finished, all four tires will be on the
ground and the blocks removed from Fig. 26: Blocked Loader
under the loader.

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Replacement Parts
Part Description Gehl Part No.
Air Cleaner Element, Primary 420-36075
Air Cleaner Element, Secondary 420-36076
Hydraulic Oil Filter Element 170-35067
Engine Oil Filter Element 162558
Fuel Filter Cartridge 425-34636

Note: Part numbers may change. Your Gehl dealer will always have the latest
part numbers.

Adjustments
Control Handles
The control handles do not require routine adjustment. Refer to the Service
Manual for the initial setup procedure.
Fuel Sender
The fuel sender, located in the engine compartment, sends a signal to the fuel
gauge indicating the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
Check the fuel sender periodically to ensure that the mounting screws are
tight and that there is no fuel seepage around the gasket. If adjustment is
required, apply an RTV or gasket sealant around the gasket when restoring
the fuel sender.
Engine Speed Control
The throttle cable does not require routine adjustment. Refer to the Service
Manual for the initial setup procedure.
Besides throttle cable adjustment, the throttle lever friction pad pressure can
be readjusted if the throttle lever does not hold its position. Belleville washers
and a lock nut on the throttle lever are used for making this adjustment.
Drive Chains
The drive chains do not require routine adjustment. Refer to the Service
Manual for the initial setup procedure.

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Lubrication
Listed below are the locations, temperature ranges and types of
recommended lubricants to be used when servicing this machine. Refer to the
separate engine manual for more information regarding recommended
engine lubricants, quantities required and grades.

Use Mobil DTE 15M or equivalent which contains

Hydraulic System Oil anti-rust,
anti-foam and anti-oxidation additives, and
conforms to ISO VG46.
Capacity: 8 U.S. gallons (30 liters)
Use hydraulic system oil or SAE grade motor oil.
Capacity (each side):
Chaincase Oil 3635 - 4.5 U.S. gallons (17 liters)
3935 - 5.0 U.S. gallons (19 liters)
Grease Fittings Use lithium based grease
Below 32°F (0°C) - Use SAE Grade* 10 or 10W-30Above
32°F (0°C) - Use SAE Grade* 15W-40
Engine Oil *Service Classification: API - CF-4/CG-4
Capacity: 5 U.S. quarts (4,8 liters)

Refer to the following figure for grease fitting locations. Wipe dirt from the
fittings before greasing them to prevent contamination. Replace any missing
or damaged fittings. To minimize dirt build-up, avoid excessive greasing.

2
2

Fig. 27: Grease Every 10 Hours (or daily)

1. Lift arm pivots (2)
2. Lift cylinder pivots (4)
3. Tilt cylinder pivots (2)
4. Hitch pivots (2)
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Engine Air Cleaner
Important: Failure to follow
proper filter servicing instructions
could result in catastrophic engine
damage. 6
5
The air cleaner consists of an outer 4
(primary) filter element and an inner
3
(secondary) filter element. An air
filter restriction indicator for
2
monitoring the condition of the
1
elements is located on the right side
of the front of the air cleaner. If the air Fig. 28: Dual Element Air Cleaner
filter becomes restricted, this 1. Restriction Indicator
2. Element Housing
indicator will turn red to warn the 3. Inner Filter Element
operator that the element(s) require 4. Outer Filter Element
service. Push the reset button located 5. Element Cover
6. Dust Ejector
at the end of the indicator after fitting
a clean element. For replacement elements, refer to the “Replacement Parts”
topic (page 44).
Note: Before replacing the filter element(s), push the reset button on the
indicator. Start the engine and adjust the throttle to full speed. If the indicator
does not turn red, do not replace the element(s).
The outer element should be replaced only when the restriction indicator
turns red. The inner element should be replaced every third time the outer
element is replaced, unless the outer element is damaged or the inner element
is dirty.
Along with a daily check of the restriction indicator, check the air cleaner
intake hose and clamps, and the mounting bracket hardware for secureness.
Access
1. Open the rear door and engine access cover.
2. Unlatch the two latches on the air cleaner and remove the cover. Clean out
any dirt built up in the cover assembly.
Outer Element
1. Carefully pull the outer element out of the housing. Never remove the
inner element unless it is to be replaced.
2. Clean out any dirt built up in the housing. Leave the inner element
installed during this step to prevent debris from entering the engine intake
manifold.
3. Replace the outer element.
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Note: Gehl does not recommend cleaning the outer element.
4. Use a trouble light inside the outer element to inspect for spots, pinholes
or ruptures. Replace the outer element if any damage is noted. The outer
element must be replaced if it is oil- or soot-laden.
Inner Element
Note: Replace the inner element only if it is dirty or if the outer element has been
replaced three times.
1. Before removing the inner element from the housing, clean out any dirt
built up in the housing. Leave the inner element installed during this step
to prevent debris from entering the engine intake manifold. Remove the
inner element.
Reinstallation
1. Check the inside of the housing for any damage that may interfere with
the elements.
2. Be sure that the element sealing surfaces are clean.
3. Insert the element(s), making sure that they are seated properly.
4. Secure the cover to the housing with the two clamps.
5. Check the hose connections and make sure they are all clamped and
tightened properly.
6. Reset the indicator by pressing the reset button.

Engine Service
Check Engine Mounting Hardware
All bolts that secure the engine mounting brackets to the engine and the
loader frame should be checked and re-tightened as necessary.

WARNING Allow hot engine and hydraulic system components

to cool before servicing.

Check Engine Oil Level

Important: For new units, the initial oil
change should be after the first 50 hours.
1 2
Open the rear door and engine access
cover. Pull out the dipstick and check the
oil level. Markings on the dipstick
represent FULL and LOW (add oil) levels.
Fig. 29: Oil Dipstick and Fill Cap
1. Oil Dipstick
2. Oil Fill Cap

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Refer to the Maintenance Interval Chart (page 65) for the service interval for
replacing the engine oil and filter.

Change Engine Oil and Filter

1. Run the engine until it is at operating
temperature. Stop the engine. Remove
the rear belly pan.
2. Remove the drain plug.
3. From the engine compartment, remove
the oil filter. Clean the filter sealing
surface.
Fig. 30: Rear Belly Pan
4. Put clean oil on the new oil filter
gasket. Install the filter and tighten 3/4 of a turn past the point where the
gasket contacts the filter head.
5. Reinstall and tighten the drain plug.
6. Remove the oil cap and add the recommended oil. Refer to the
“Lubrication” topic in this chapter for oil recommendations and
capacities.
7. Start the engine and let it run for several minutes at low idle. Stop the
engine. Check for leaks at the oil filter , drain plug and remote oil drain
hose. Check the oil level. Add oil if it is not at the top mark on the dipstick.
For a replacement element, refer to the “Replacement Parts” topic (page 44).
Change Fuel Filter
The loader has a fuel filter located on the left side of the engine.
1. Shut off the fuel supply by turning the fuel shutoff valves on top of the fuel
filter and by the air cleaner restriction indicator
2. Remove the filter element and bowl.
3. Clean the bowl, o-ring and o-ring groove. Lubricate the o-ring with diesel
fuel and replace in the groove.
4. Place a new element in the bowl.
5. Lubricate the element gasket with diesel fuel.
6. Reinstall the filter assembly. Turn on the fuel supply.
The engine is self-priming, but if priming is needed, prime the filter assembly
by stroking the pump lever until light resistance is felt.
For a replacement element, refer to the “Replacement Parts” topic (page 44).

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Hydraulic System
Check Hydraulic Oil Level
The loader has a hydraulic oil level sight
gauge located on the left side of the engine
compartment. Check the fluid level with the
lift arm lowered and the attachment on the
ground.
When hydraulic fluid is required, allow the
system to cool. Slowly remove the oil fill
cap, allowing the pressure to dispel before
Fig. 31: Hydraulic Oil Service
removing the cap completely.
1. Oil Level Sight Gauge
Add hydraulic fluid as required. Refer to the 2. Oil Filter
“Lubrication” topic (page 44) for oil
recommendations. Replace the cap.
Change Hydraulic Oil Filter
WARNING Before servicing the hydraulic filter, be sure the lift
arm is lowered.
1. Open the rear door and engine cover to access the filter. Unscrew the
filter.
2. Clean the surface of the filter housing where the element seal contacts the
housing. Put clean oil on the rubber gasket of the new filter element.
3. Install and tighten the filter element 3/4 of a turn past the point where the
gasket contacts the filter head.
4. For a replacement element, refer to the “Replacement Parts” topic (page
44).
Change Hydraulic Oil
The hydraulic oil must be replaced if it becomes contaminated, after major
repairs, and after 1000 hours or one year of use.
1. Remove the oil filler cap.
2. Install a catch pan of sufficient capacity under the oil
reservoir (8 gallons, 30 liters)
3. Remove the drain plug located on the bottom left of
the oil reservoir.
4. Remove and replace the hydraulic oil filter. Fig. 32: Drain Plug
5. Reinstall the drain plug.
6. Refill the reservoir until the oil is between the two lines on the sight
gauge.
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7. Start the engine and operate the hydraulic controls.
8. Stop the engine and check for leaks at the filter and reservoir drain plug.
9. Check the fluid level and add fluid if needed.

Cooling System
Important: Check the cooling system every day to prevent overheating, loss
of performance or engine damage.
Check Coolant Level
1. Open the rear door. Check the coolant
level in the coolant recovery tank on the 2

inside of the rear door. The coolant

recovery tank must be 1/3 to 1/2 full with
a cold engine and 2/3 to 3/4 full with a hot 1

engine. 3
2. Allow the coolant to cool. Do not remove
the cap when the coolant is hot. Serious
burns may occur. Fig. 33: Cooling System
3. Add premixed coolant, 50% water and 1. Recovery Tank
2. Radiator/Cooler
50% ethylene glycol, to the recovery 3. Drain Plug
tank if the coolant level is low.
Clean Cooling System
1. Park the loader on a level surface, lower the lift arm and stop the engine.
Allow the machine to cool.
2. Open the rear door. Lift the engine cover.
3. Clean the radiator and oil cooler by blowing through the fins with high
pressure water or air.
Note: The radiator can be tipped out for cleaning by loosening and rotating the
over-center links on each side. This will also help in cleaning the oil cooler.
Drain/Flush Cooling System
1. Open the rear door. Lift the engine cover.
2. Slowly remove the radiator cap, allowing pressure to dispel before
removing completely.
WARNING Liquid cooling systems build up pressure as the
engine gets hot. Before removing the radiator cap, stop the engine and let
the system cool. Remove the radiator cap only after the coolant is cold.
Remove the cap slowly or severe burns may result.
3. Remove the drain plug and drain the coolant into a suitable container.
4. Replace the drain plug.
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Note: Protect the cooling system by adding premixed 50% water and 50%
ethylene glycol to the system. This mixture will protect the cooling system to
-34°F (-36°C).
5. Fill the radiator fully and the recovery tank half full with the premixed
coolant.
6. Reinstall the radiator cap.
7. Run the engine until it is at operating temperature. Stop the engine and let
it cool. Check the coolant level. Add more fluid if required.

Chaincases
The chaincase contains the drive sprockets and drive chains. There are two
plugs in each chaincase. One is to drain the fluid and the other is to check the
fluid level. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule chapter (page 65) for change
intervals. Refer to the “Lubrication” topic (page 44) for information on oil
type and quantity.
Checking and Adding Oil
1. Park the loader on a level surface. Stop
the engine.
2. Remove the check plug from each
chaincase housing. If the oil can be
reached with the tip of your finger, the oil
level is adequate.
3. If the level is low, add fluid through the
check plug until the oil level reaches the Fig. 34: Check Plug
edge of the hole. Reinstall the check
plug.
Draining Oil
1. Raise the rear of the machine to aid in
draining the chaincases.
2. Remove the drain plug on each chaincase
and drain the oil into a suitable container.
3. Reinstall and tighten the drain plugs.
4. Refill the chaincases at the check plugs.
Fig. 35: Drain Plugs

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Spark Arrestor Muffler
Important: The loader is factory-equipped with a spark arrestor style
muffler. Muffler maintenance is required to keep it in working condition.
Refer to local laws and regulations for spark arrestor requirements.
1. Stop the engine, open the rear door and engine cover.
2. Remove the plug from the bottom of the muffler.
3. Block the outlet of the muffler with a non-combustible material.
4. Start the engine and run it for 10-15 seconds.
5. Stop the engine and remove the blockage.
6. Put anti-seize coating on the plug.
7. Reinstall and tighten the plug.

Alternator/Fan Belt
Refer to the separate engine manual for setting proper belt tension. If the belt
is worn, cracked or otherwise deteriorated, replace the belt following the
procedure in the separate engine manual.

Seat and Restraint Bar Switches

Electrical switches in the seat and restraint bar must be closed (operator
sitting in the seat and restraint bar lowered) to complete the circuit and start
the engine.

Bucket Cutting Edge

The bucket cutting edge should be replaced when it is worn to within 1"
(25 mm) of the bucket body.

Wheel Nuts
Wheel nut torque must be checked before initial operation and every two
hours thereafter until the wheel mounting hardware torque setting stabilizes
at the recommended setting 120-130 ft-lbs (161-175 N·m). When tires are
removed and replaced, this procedure must be repeated.

Tires
Rear tires usually wear faster than the front ones. To keep tire wear even,
rotate the tires from front to rear and rear to front.
It is important to keep the same size tire on each side of the loader to prevent
excessive wear on tires, chain and chaincase, or other damage. If different
sizes are used, each tire will be turning at different speeds, causing excessive
wear.
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The tread bar of all tires must face the same direction.

Mounting Tires

WARNING Inflating or servicing tires can be dangerous. When

possible, trained personnel should service and mount tires. To avoid
possible death or serious injury, follow the safety precautions below:
1. Be sure the rim is clean and free of rust.
2. Lubricate the tire beads and rim flanges with a soap solution. Do not use
oil or grease.
3. Use a clip-on tire chuck with remote hose and gauge, allowing you to
stand clear while inflating the tire. Do not place your fingers on the tire
bead or rim during inflation.
4. Never inflate beyond 35 PSI (240 kPa) to seat the beads. If the beads have
not seated by the time the pressure reaches 35 PSI, deflate the assembly,
reposition the tire on the rim, lubricate both parts and re-inflate. Inflation
pressure beyond 35 PSI with unseated beads may break the bead or rim
with explosive force sufficient to cause death or serious injury.
5. After seating the beads, adjust the inflation pressure to the recommended
operating pressure.
6. Do not weld, braze or otherwise attempt to repair and use a damaged rim.
Check Tire Pressure
Inflation Pressure
Tire Size
PSI kPa
10 x 16.5 8-ply Heavy Duty Flotation 60 414
27 x 8.5 -15 8-ply Heavy Duty 60 414
27 x 10.5 - 15 8-ply Heavy Duty 60 414
6.5 x 16 - 5.50 Solid Rubber - -

Correct tire pressure should be maintained for all tires to enhance operating
stability and extend tire life. Refer to the above chart for the proper inflation
pressure.
When installing tires, be sure they are the same size and style on each side of
the loader. Always replace tires with the same size as the original equipment.

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Circuit Breakers
The circuit breakers for the loader are located on the right instrument panel.
There is also a 35 amp main circuit breaker located on the right side of the
engine compartment, directly behind the ROPS.
Battery
WARNING Before servicing the battery or electrical system, be
sure the battery disconnect switch (if equipped) is in the “OFF” position. If
not equipped with a disconnect switch, disconnect the ground (-) terminal
from battery.
The battery on the loader is a 12 volt, wet-cell battery. To access the battery,
open the rear door and lift the engine cover.
The battery top must be kept clean. Clean it with an alkaline solution
(ammonia or baking soda and water). After foaming has stopped, flush the
battery top with clean water. If the terminals and cable connection clamps are
corroded or have a build-up, disconnect the cables and clean the terminals
and clamps with the same alkaline solution.
WARNING Explosive gas is produced while a battery is in use
or being charged. Keep flames or sparks away from the battery area.
ALWAYS charge the battery in a well-ventilated area.
Never lay a metal object on top of a battery, because a short circuit can
result.
Battery acid is harmful on contact with skin or fabrics. If acid spills, follow
these first-aid tips:
1. Immediately remove any clothing on which acid spills.
2. If acid contacts the skin, rinse the affected area with running water for
10 to 15 minutes.
3. If acid contacts the eyes, flood the eyes with running water for 10 to 15
minutes. See a doctor at once. Never use any medication or eye drops
unless prescribed by the doctor.
4. To neutralize acid spilled on the floor, use one of the following
mixtures:
a. 1 pound (0,5 kilogram) of baking soda in 1 gallon (4 liters)
of water
b. 1 pint (0,5 liters) of household ammonia in 1 gallon (4
liters) of water
Whenever the battery is removed, be sure to disconnect the negative (-)
battery terminal connection first.

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 Notes

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Electrical System
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Battery disconnect switch is Turn battery disconnect
OFF. switch to ON.

15 ampere breakers are Check circuit and locate

tripped. trouble before resetting
breaker.
Entire electrical Main wiring harness Check main harness
system does not connectors at rear of ROPS connectors.
function. not properly plugged in.

Battery terminals or cables Clean battery terminals and

are loose or corroded. cables and retighten them.
Battery is faulty. Test battery and replace as
needed.
15 ampere breaker tripped. Check circuit and locate
No instrument trouble before resetting
panel lamps with breaker.
keyswitch turned
to “ON.” Battery terminals or cables Clean battery terminals and
are loose or corroded. cables and retighten them.
Seatbelt buzzer Buzzer is disconnected. Reconnect wires to buzzer.
not sounding
when key turned to Faulty buzzer. Replace buzzer.
“ON,” indicator
lamps work
properly.
Faulty fuel gauge sender. Replace fuel gauge sender.

Fuel gauge does Faulty fuel gauge. Replace fuel gauge.

not work.
Loose wiring/terminal Verify wiring connections.
connections.
Faulty temperature sender. Replace temperature sender.
Replace temperature gauge.
Engine Faulty temperature gauge.
temperature gauge Verify wiring connections.
does not work.
Loose wiring/terminal
connections.
Loose wiring/terminal Verify wiring connections.
connections.
Hourmeter does
not work. Faulty alternator. Repair the alternator.

Faulty hour meter. Replace hour meter.

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Electrical System
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Seat or restraint bar switch Replace switches as needed.
malfunctioning or not If engine still doesn’t start,
activated. contact your dealer.

Verify relay connections.

Poor connections to starter
relay in instrument panel.
Clean terminals, cables and
Battery terminals or cables retighten.
loose or corroded.
Contact your dealer.
Starter will not Faulty starter relay in
engage when key instrument panel.
is turned to START. Recharge or replace battery.
Battery discharged or
defective.
Troubleshoot circuit. Replace
Starter solenoid not the starter solenoid.
functioning.
Check wiring for poor
Ignition wiring, seat switch, connections, broken leads;
restraint bar switch, etc. repair wiring or connection.
loose or disconnected.
Remove starter;
Starter or pinion faulty. repair/replace as needed.
Single light doesn’t work: Check and replace light bulb
Light bulb burned out, faulty as needed. Check wiring
wiring. connection to light.
Work lights not No lights at all; 15 ampere Check circuit and locate
functioning breaker tripped. trouble before replacing fuse.
properly.
Replace light switch. Check
Faulty light switch or poor ground wire connections.
ground.
Wiring to solenoids Troubleshoot circuit, repair.
disconnected or faulty.

Lift/Tilt and/or Faulty seat or restraint bar Contact your dealer.

drive lock switch.
solenoids do not
work. Faulty solenoid valve coil. Contact your dealer.

Faulty hydraulic solenoid Contact your dealer.

relay in instrument panel.

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Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Engine cranking speed too Battery requires recharging
slow. or replacing, or, in cold
temperatures, pre-warm the
engine.

Auxiliary valve engaged. Return the control valves to

neutral.

Fuel tank empty or faulty fuel Refill fuel tank. Replace fuel
gauge sender. gauge sender.

Engine turns over Glow plug module Check connection and

but will not start. malfunctioning. voltage, replace as needed.

Fuel shut-off solenoid not Check electrical connections

energizing. and voltage to shut-off
solenoid.

Engine oil not warm enough. Install a pan heater.

Ambient temperature is too Install a pan heater.
low.
Fuel pump not working. Contact your dealer.
Crankcase oil level too low or Add or remove oil as
too high. required.

Fan air circulation blocked or With engine OFF, remove

restricted. blockage or restriction.

Fan shroud improperly Contact your dealer.

positioned.
Engine overheats.
Grade of oil improper or Drain and replace with proper
excessively dirty. grade new oil.

Exhaust restricted. Allow exhaust to cool,

remove restriction.

Air filter is restricted. Replace the filter(s).

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Hydrostatic System
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Hydraulic oil viscosity is Allow longer warm-up or replace
too heavy. existing oil with the proper
No response from viscosity oil.
either the
hydrostatic drive Hydraulic oil supply is too Check for low oil level in
or the lift/tilt low. reservoir. Add oil.
systems.
Drive coupling failure. Replace the coupling.
Parking brake is engaged. Disengage parking brake.
Hydraulic oil supply is low. Check for low oil level in
reservoir. Add oil.

Control rod linkage Check linkage connection at

Traction drive will disconnected. control levers and neutral
not operate in centering mechanisms.
either direction. Reconnect linkage.

Low or no charge Contact your dealer.

pressure.
Hydrostatic pump(s) relief Contact your dealer.
valves are malfunctioning.
Air in the hydraulic Cycle lift and tilt cylinders to
system. maximum stroke and maintain
pressure for a short time to clear
air from system. Also check for
low oil level in reservoir, fill as
needed.

Automatic parking brake Contact your dealer.

partially engaged.
Sluggish response
to acceleration. Hydraulic oil supply is too Check for low oil level in
low. reservoir. Add oil.

Low hydrostatic system Contact your dealer.

charge pressure.
Drive motor(s) or Contact your dealer.
hydrostatic pump(s) have
internal damage or
leakage.

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 Drive system overloaded Improve efficiency of operation.
continuously.
Improve efficiency of operation.
Lift/tilt or auxiliary system
overloaded continuously. Contact your dealer.
Drive motor(s) or
hydrostatic pump(s) have
Hydrostatic drive internal damage or
is overheating. leakage. Clean oil cooler fins.

Oil cooler fins are plugged

with debris. Reduce duty cycle; improve air
circulation.
Loader being operated in
a high temperature area
with no air circulation.

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Hydrostatic System
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Hydraulic oil viscosity is too Allow longer warm-up or
heavy. replace existing oil with the
proper viscosity oil.

Air in hydraulic system. Cycle lift and tilt cylinders to

maximum stroke and
maintain pressure for a short
Hydrostatic (drive) time to clear air from system.
system is noisy. Also check for low oil level in
reservoir, fill as needed.

Contact your dealer.

Drive motor(s) or hydrostatic
pump(s) have internal
damage or leakage.
Rear hydrostatic pump arm Contact your dealer.
control shaft key missing.

Right side doesn’t Relief valves on rear Contact your dealer.

drive in either hydrostatic pump
direction. Left side malfunctioning.
operates normally.
Control rod linkage to rear Attach control rod linkage.
hydrostatic pump
disconnected.
Relief valve on rear Contact your dealer.
hydrostatic pump is
Right side doesn’t malfunctioning.
drive in forward
direction. Rear hydrostatic pump Contact your dealer.
malfunctioning.
Key missing on front Contact your dealer.
hydrostatic pump arm control
shaft.
Left side doesn’t
drive in either Relief valves on front Contact your dealer.
direction. Right hydrostatic pump
side operates malfunctioning.
normally.
Control rod linkage to front Attach control rod linkage.
hydrostatic pump
disconnected.
Relief valve on front Contact your dealer.
hydrostatic pump is
Left side doesn’t malfunctioning.
drive in one
direction. Front hydrostatic pump Contact your dealer.
malfunctioning.

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Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Hydraulic oil viscosity is too Allow longer warm-up or
heavy. replace with proper viscosity
oil.

Hydraulic oil level is low. Check oil level in reservoir. If

oil is low, check for an
Lift/Tilt controls external leak. Repair and add
fail to respond. oil.

Solenoid valve(s) Check electrical connections

malfunctioning. to lift solenoid and repair.

Restraint bar or seat switch Check switches.

malfunction.
Restraint bar is raised. Lower the restraint bar.
Lock solenoid malfunctioning Check electrical connections
to lock solenoid and repair
connections as needed. If
lock solenoid is still not
functioning properly, contact
Auxiliary your dealer.
hydraulics do not Restraint bar switch
function.
malfunctioning. Check electrical connections
to restraint bar switch and
repair connections as
needed. If switch is still not
functioning properly, contact
your dealer.

Low engine speed. Operate engine at higher

speed.

Hydraulic oil viscosity is too Allow longer warm-up or

heavy. replace existing oil with
proper viscosity oil.

Control linkage is restricted. Check for control linkage

restriction and adjust.

Hydraulic oil leaking past Contact your dealer.

Hydraulic cylinder cylinder piston seals.
action is slow for
lift and/or tilt Worn gear pump. Contact your dealer.
functions.
Solenoid valve(s) could be Check electrical connections
malfunctioning. to lift solenoid and repair
connections as needed. If lift
solenoid valve is still not
functioning properly, contact
your dealer.

Relief valve in control valve Contact your dealer.

not functioning correctly.
(Squealing noise should be
evident while operating.)

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Bucket does not Self-leveling valve Contact your dealer.
level on the lift misadjusted or
cycle. malfunctioning.

Hydraulic System
Seat or restraint bar switch Check electrical connections
malfunction. to the switches. Replace as
needed.

Air in the hydraulic system. Cycle lift/tilt cylinders to

Jerky lift arm and maximum stroke and
bucket action. maintain pressure for short
time to clear air from system.

Check and add oil.

Oil in hydraulic reservoir is
low.
Oil leaking past tilt cylinder Contact your dealer.
seals (internal or external).

Bucket drifts Self-leveling valve is Contact your dealer.

downward with tilt malfunctioning.
control in neutral.
Leaking hydraulic hoses, Inspect hoses and tubes,
tubes, or fittings between tighten fittings. Replace
control valve and cylinders. hoses or tubes as needed.
Control valve in float position. Take control out of float
position.
Tilt cylinders are
malfunctioning. Contact your dealer.
No down pressure
on the bucket. Relief valve in control valve
not functioning properly. Contact your dealer.
(Squealing noise should be
evident while operating.)
Tilt solenoid valve Check electrical connections
malfunctioning. to tilt solenoid and repair
connections as needed. If tilt
solenoid valves are still not
Bucket will not tilt, functioning properly, contact
lift arms work your dealer.
properly.
Tilt spool in control valve not Check valve control linkage
actuated or leaking. and/or tube connections to
valve.
Pilot control lines have air in Bleed the pilot control line
Slow or no them. from the main control valve.
response for
bucket tilt, lift Low charge pressure. Contact your dealer.
works properly
(Hand/Foot units Linkage misadjusted Readjust for full travel without
only). between right foot pedal and restriction.
pilot valve.

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Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Lift solenoid valve could be Check electrical connections
malfunctioning. to lift solenoid and repair
connections as needed. If lift
Lift arm does not solenoid valve is still not
raise, bucket tilt functioning properly, contact
works properly. your dealer.

Lift spool in control valve not Contact your dealer.

actuated or leaking.
Oil leaking past lift cylinder Contact your dealer.
seals (internal or external).
Oil leaking past lift spool in Contact your dealer.
Lift arm doesn’t control valve.
maintain raised
position with lift Self-leveling valve Contact your dealer.
control in malfunctioning.
NEUTRAL.
Leaking hydraulic hoses, Inspect hoses and tubes,
tubes or fitting between tighten fittings as needed.
control valve and cylinders. Replace when needed.
Lift arm support device Raise lift arm and disengage
engaged. support device.

Lift solenoid valve Check electrical connections

malfunctioning. to solenoid. Repair or replace
Lift arm will not as needed.
lower or raise.
Restraint bar not lowered. Lower restraint bar.

Seat or restraint bar switch Check electrical connections

malfunction. to the switch. Replace switch
as needed.

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 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
This Maintenance Interval Chart was developed to match the Service chapter
of this manual. Detailed information on each service procedure may be found
in the Service chapter. A Maintenance Log follows the chart for recording the
maintenance performed. Recording the 10 hour (or daily) service intervals
would be impractical and is therefore not recommended.
Important: Under severe operating conditions more frequent service than
the recommended intervals may be required. You must decide, based on your
use, if your operation requires more frequent service.
Maintenance Interval Chart
Maximum Interval
Service Procedure 10 Hours 250 500 Hours
(or Daily) Hours (or Yearly)
Check Engine Air Cleaner Restriction
Indicator (p45)
l
Check Engine Oil Level (p46) l
Check Hydraulic Oil Level (p47) l
Check Tire Pressures (p52) l
Grease Lift Arm, Hitch and Cylinder Pivots
l
(p44)
Check Bucket Cutting Edge (p51) l
Check Seat and Restraint Bar Operation (p51) l
Check Coolant Level (p49) l
Clean Cooling System (p49) l
Check Wheel Nuts Torque (p51) m l
Check Oil Level in Chaincases (p50) l
Clean Spark Arrestor Muffler (p51) l
Check Alternator/Fan Belt Tensions (p51) l
Change Engine Oil and Filter (p46) o l
Change Hydraulic Oil Filter (p48) o l
Check Battery (p53) l
Check Engine Mounting Hardware (p47) l
Change Fuel Filter (p47) l
Change Hydraulic Oil (p48) t
Change Chaincase Oil (p50) o t
Drain/Flush Cooling System (p49) l

m Perform the initial procedure at 2 hours then at “l” intervals.

o Perform the initial procedure at 50 hours then at “l” intervals.
t Perform the procedure at 1000 hours.

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 Maintenance Log
Date Hours Service Procedure

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 Maintenance Log
Date Hours Service Procedure

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 SPECIFICATIONS
Loader Specifications
Operating Weight
3635 4400 lb (1996 kg)
3935 4600 lb (2087 kg)
Shipping Weight
3635 3970 lb (1801 kg)
3935 4170 lb (1892 kg)
SAE Rated Operating Load1
3635 1050 lb (476 kg)
3935 1260 lb (572 kg)
Engine
Make Yanmar
Model 3TNV88
Displacement 100 in3 (1.64 L)
Horsepower (net) @ 3000 rpm 36.7 hp (27.4 kW)
Peak Torque @ 1600 rpm 79 lb-ft (107 N·m)
Hydraulic System (theoretical)
Main Hydraulic System Pressure 2750 psi (345 bar)
Standard Flow Rating 14.5 gpm (55 L/min)
Capacities
Chaincase (each)
3635 4.5 U.S. gal (17 L)
3935 5.0 U.S. gal (19 L)
Engine Oil 5.0 U.S. qts (4,8 L)
Fuel Tank 8.5 U.S. gal (32,2 L)
Hydraulic Reservoir 8.0 U.S. gal (30 L)
Sound (with Deluxe Sound Kit)
Pressure Level (Operator Ear) 85 dB(A)
Power Level (Environmental) 103 dB(A)
1 Operating load rated with a 54” (1372 mm) dirt/construction bucket in accordance with SAE J818.

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Standard Features

Ü Choice of three controls: Ü Hydraloc™ System - Brakes and

T-Bar, Dual Hand or Hand/Foot Interlock For Starter, Lift/Tilt
Ü Fuel Gauge Cylinders, Auxiliary Hydraulics, and
Wheel Drives
Ü All-Tach™ Attachment System
(Universal-Style) Ü Adjustable Seatbelt
Ü Warning Lights and Buzzer - Engine Ü Lift Arm Support Device
and Hydraulic Oil Temperature Ü Dual Front and Rear Work Lights
Ü Manual Controlled Hydrostatic Drive Ü Removable Belly Plate and
Ü Battery Charge Indicator Light Access Cover
Ü ROPS/FOPS- Level II - Approved Ü Dual Element Air Cleaner with
Overhead Guard Visual Indicator
Ü Low Oil Pressure Light and Buzzer Ü Vandalism Lock Provisions
Ü Independent Hydraulic Reservoir Ü Top and Rear Windows - ROPS
and Hydraulic Oil Cooler Ü Spark Arrestor Muffler
Ü Foot and Hand Throttle Ü Headliner and Acoustical Interior
(T-Bar and Dual Hand Units Only) Ü Seatbelt Indicator Light and Buzzer
Ü Operator Restraint Bar Ü Adjustable Seat
With Armrests
Ü Front Auxiliary Hydraulics with 3/4”
Ü Engine Intake Air Pre-Heater Flat-Faced Couplers
Starting Assist (Manual)
Ü Water Temperature Gauge (SX only)
Ü Hourmeter
Ü Number 80K Drive Chain
Ü Self-Leveling Lift Action (SX only)

Accessories

Ü Audible Back-Up Alarm Ü Interior Dome Light

Ü Engine Block Heater Ü Centrifugal Pre-Cleaner
Ü Horn Ü Strobe Light
Ü Suspension Seat Ü Impact Resistant Door
Ü Cab Door with Wiper and Dome Ü Lift Kit
Light Ü Rear Counterweight
Ü Sliding Side Windows Ü Battery Disconnect Switch
Ü Heater/Defroster Ü Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Ü Deluxe Sound Package Ü Bucket Bolt-On Cutting Edge
Ü 3-inch wide Seatbelt - When Ü Diesel Engine Exhaust Purifier
Required by Law
Ü Hydraulic Coupler - Kit
Ü Rear View Mirror
Ü Auxiliary Hydraulics (non-SX only)
Ü Engine Auto-Shutdown System
Ü Self-Leveling Lift Action (non-SX only)

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Dimensional Specifications

3635 3935
Inches (mm) Inches (mm)
A Overall Operation Height - Fully Raised 139.8 (3550) 141.8 (3600)
B Height to Hinge Pin - Fully Raised 108.0 (2743) 110.0 (2794)
C Overall Height - Top of ROPS 70.3 (1784) 72.3 (1835)
D Ground Clearance - to Chassis (Between Wheels) 6.0 (152) 8.0 (203)
E Overall Length 114.0 (2896) 116.0 (2946)
w/54" (1372 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket
Overall Length 117.0 (2972) 119.0 (3023)
w/60" (1524 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket
F Overall Length (less Bucket) 88.0 (2235) 90.0 (2285)
G Wheel Base 34.4 (874) 36.3 (922)
H Dump Reach - w/54" (1372 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket 22.8 (578) 20.8 (528)
Dump Reach - w/60"(1524 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket - - 25.0 (635)
I Rollback at Ground 28° 28°
J Dump Angle at Full Height 42° 42°
K Overall Width - less Bucket 48.3 (1226) - -
w/27 x 8.50 x 15 HD Tires
Overall Width - less Bucket 52.4 (1331) 52.4 (1331)
w/27 x 10.50 x 15 HD Tires
Overall Width - less Bucket - - 51.9 (1318)
w/10.00 x 16.5 HD Tires
L Bucket Width 49.3 (1252) 49.3 (1252)
48" (1219 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket - Overall
Bucket Width 55.3 (1403) 55.3 (1403)
54" (1372 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket - Overall
Bucket Width 61.0 (1549) 61.0 (1549)
60" (1524 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket - Overall
Bucket Width - - 67.0 (1702)
65" (1651 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket-Overall
M Clearance Circle - Rear 52.9 (1344) 53.8 (1367)
N Clearance Circle - Front (less Bucket) 42.0 (1067) 43.2 (1097)
O Clearance Circle - Front 68.7 (1745) 69.0 (1753)
w/54” (1372 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket
Clearance Circle - Front 71.1 (1806) 71.1 (1806)
w/60" (1524 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket
P Seat to Ground Height 32.3 (819) 34.3 (870)
Q Rollback at Full Height 100° 100°
R Dump Height - w/54" (1372 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket 84.5 (2146) 86.5 (2197)
Dump Height - w/60" (1524 mm) Dirt/Const. Bucket - - 86.3 (2191)
S Departure Angle 23° 26°

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Capacities and Ratings
Note: Use the Table of Common Materials and Densities (page 72) for selecting
the appropriate bucket.

Dirt / Construction Buckets

Part 3635 3935
Description1 No. Weight Rating* Rating*
54/55.5" 9.5 ft3 (1372/1410 mm 0.27 m3) 255 lb 1050 lb 1260 lb
with Spillguard 808248 (116 kg) (476 kg) (572 kg)
60/61.5" 10 ft3 (1524/1562 mm 0.28 m3) 300 lb 900 lb 1050 lb
Low Profile 808337 (136 kg) (408 kg) (476 kg)

Utility Buckets
Part 3635 3935
Description1 Weight No. Rating* Rating*
285 lb 875 lb 1075 lb
48/49.5" 11.8 ft3 (1372/1410 mm0 .33 m3) 808247 (129 kg) (397 kg) (488 kg)
290 lb 850 lb 1050 lb
54/55.5" 13.5 ft3 (1372/1410 mm 0.38 m3) 808249 (132 kg) (386 kg) (476 kg)
335 lb 800 lb 1000 lb
60/61.5" 15.2 ft3 (1524/1562 mm 0.43 m3) 808250 (152 kg) (363 kg) (454 kg)

Light Material/ Snow Bucket

Part 3635 3935
Description1 No. Weight Rating* Rating*
400 lb 775 lb 975 lb
65/66.5" 18 ft3 (1651/1689 mm 0.51 m3) 807242 (181 kg) (352 kg) (442 kg)

Pallet Forks @ 24" (610 mm) Load Center (Per SAE J1197 & J1464)
Part 3635 3935
Description No. Weight Rating*** Rating***
560 lb 470 lb 570 lb
48" (1219 mm) Forks with Spillguard 806841 (254 kg) (213 kg) (259 kg)

Pallet Forks @ 400 mm (15.8”) Load Center (Per EN 474-3)

Part 3635 3935
Description No. Weight Rating** Rating**
560 lb 550 lb 650 lb
48" (1219 mm) Forks with Spillguard 806841 (254 kg) (249 kg) (295 kg)

1
inner/outer dimensions given
* increase rating by 100 lb (45 kg) if weight kit is installed.
** increase rating by 75 lb (34 kg) if weight kit is installed.
*** increase rating by 70 lb (32 kg) if weight kit is installed.

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 Table of Common Materials and Densities
Density
Material
(lb/ft3) (kg/m3)
Ashes 35-50 560-800
Brick-common 112 1792
Cement 110 1760
Charcoal 23 368
Clay, Wet-Dry 80-100 1280-1600
Coal 53-63 848-1008
Concrete 115 1840
Cinders 50 800
Coal-anthracite 94 1504
Coke 30 480
Earth-dry loam 70-90 1121-1442
Earth-wet loam 80-100 1281-1602
Granite 93-111 1488-1776
Gravel-dry 100 1602
Gravel-wet 120 1922
Gypsum-crushed 115 1840
Iron Ore 145 2320
Lime 60 960
Lime Stone 90 1440
Manure-liquid 65 1040
Manure-solid 45 720
Peat-solid 47 752
Phosphate-granular 90 1440
Potash 68 1088
Quartz-granular 110 1760
Salt-dry 100 1602
Salt-Rock-solid 135 2160
Sand-dry 108 1728
Sand-wet 125 2000
Sand-foundry 95 1520
Shale-crushed 90 1440
Slag-crushed 70 1120
Snow 15-50 240-800
Taconite 107 1712
Note: The densities listed are average values and intended only as a guide for
bucket selection. For a material that is not in the table, obtain its density value
before selecting the appropriate bucket.

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To use the table, find the material name and see what its maximum density is.
Then, multiply the loader rating of the attachment by the material density to
determine if the attachment can safely be used. See page 71 for a listing of
attachments and their loader ratings.
Note: Where the material density is listed as a range (clay at 80-100 lb/ft3, for
example), always use the maximum density (100 lb/ft3 in this example) for
making calculations. Also, see the following examples.
Example 1: If clay (density of 80-100 lb/ft3) is to be hauled using a 3935
model loader using Dirt/Construction Bucket #808248, the bucket capacity is
9.5 ft3 and the loader rating is 1250 lb. Multiply the density of clay (100 lb/ft3)
by the capacity of the bucket (9.5 ft3) to achieve the weight being carried.
(100 lb/ft3 x 9.5 ft3 = 950 lb) This number is less than the machine rating so
you could safely use this bucket in this application.
Example 2: If potash (density of 68 lb/ft3) is to be hauled using a 3635 model
loader using Utility Bucket #808249, the bucket capacity is 13.5 ft3 and the
loader rating is 850 lbs. Multiply the density of potash (68 lb/ft3) by the
capacity of the bucket (13.5 ft3) to achieve the weight being carried (68 lb/ft3 x
13.5 ft3 = 918 lb). This number exceeds the machine rating and a
counterweight will be required. With the counterweight installed, the loader
rating increases to 950 lb (850 lb loader rating + 100 lb counterweight). The
bucket can now be used safely in this application.

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 INDEX
A D
Accessory Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Dealer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Dual Hand Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Control Handles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Drive Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Drive Chains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Lift/Tilt Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Engine Speed Control . . . . . . . . . 44
Fuel Sender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 E
Alternator/Fan Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Emergency Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Attachments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30,35 Engine Air Cleaner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Auxiliary Hydraulic Controls . . . . . . . . 29 Engine Mounting Hardware . . . . . . . . 47
Hand/Foot Controlled . . . . . . . . . . 29 Engine Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
T-Bar Controlled. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Change Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Change Oil and Filter . . . . . . . . . . 48
B Check Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Engine Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Jump Starting the Battery. . . . . . . 34
Bucket Cutting Edge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 G
Bucket, Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Guards and Shields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Digging with a Bucket. . . . . . . . . . 37
Driving on an Incline. . . . . . . . . . . 37 H
Driving over Rough Terrain . . . . . 37 Hand/Foot Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Dumping Into a Box . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Drive Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Dumping Onto a Pile . . . . . . . . . . 38 Lift/Tilt Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Dumping the Load Over an Highway Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Embankment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Leveling the Ground. . . . . . . . . . . 39 Change Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Loading a Bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Change Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Scraping with a Bucket. . . . . . . . . 38 Check Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

C I
Chaincases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Instrument Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Checking and Adding Oil . . . . . . . 51 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Draining Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 L
Cold Starting Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . 33 Lift Arm Support Device . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Control/Indicator Symbols . . . . . . . . . . 4 Loader
CONTROLS and SAFETY EQUIPMENT Lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Lowering Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Raising Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Check Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . 50
Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Drain/Flush. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 T-Bar Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Drive Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
M Lift/Tilt Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . 65 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Maintenance Log. . . . . . . . . . . 66,67 Check Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 53
Mandatory Safety Shutdown Procedure Mounting Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . 76
Model Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 TROUBLESHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Electrical System. . . . . . . . . . . 56,57
O Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . 62,63,64
Operator Restraint Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Hydrostatic System . . . . . . . . . 59,61
Operator’s Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
W
P WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Wheel Nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Parking the Loader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

R
Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
ROPS/FOPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

S
SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety Decals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
New Decal Application . . . . . . . . . 10
Safety Interlock System . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Safety Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Self-Leveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Spark Arrestor Muffler . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Loader Specifications. . . . . . . . . . 68
Standard Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Before Starting the Engine . . . . . . 32
Stopping the Loader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Switches, Seat and Restraint Bar . . . 52

T
Table of Common Materials & Densities
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

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 TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Use these torque values when tightening hardware (excluding: locknuts, and
self-tapping, thread forming and sheet metal screws) unless otherwise
specified.

UNIFIED GRADE 2 GRADE 5 GRADE 8

NATIONAL
THREAD DRY LUBED DRY LUBED DRY LUBED

8-32 19* 14* 30* 22* 41* 31*

8-36 20* 15* 31* 23* 43* 32*
10-24 27* 21* 43* 32* 60* 45*
10-32 31* 23* 49* 36* 68* 51*
1/4-20 66* 50* 9 75* 12 9
1/4-28 76* 56* 10 86* 14 10
5/16-18 11 9 17 13 25 18
5/16-24 12 9 19 14 25 20
3/8-16 20 15 30 23 45 35
3/8-24 23 17 35 25 50 35
7/16-14 32 24 50 35 70 55
7/16-20 36 27 55 40 80 60
1/2-13 50 35 75 55 110 80
1/2-20 55 40 90 65 120 90
9/16-12 70 55 1120 80 150 110
9/16-18 80 60 120 90 170 130
5/8-11 100 75 150 110 220 170
5/8-18 110 85 180 130 240 180
3/4-10 175 130 260 200 380 280
3/4-16 200 150 300 220 420 320
7/8-9 170 125 430 320 600 460
7/8-14 180 140 470 360 660 500
1-8 250 190 640 480 900 680
1-12 270 210 710 530 1000 740

METRIC GRADE 8.8 GRADE 10.9 GRADE 12.9

COARSE
THREAD DRY LUBED DRY LUBED DRY LUBED

M6-1 8 6 11 8 13.5 10
M8-1.25 19 14 27 20 32.5 24
M10-1.5 37.5 28 53 39 64 47
M12-1.75 65 48 91.5 67.5 111.5 82
M14-2 103.5 76.5 145.5 108 176.5 131
M16-2 158.5 117.5 223.5 165.5 271 200
*All Torque Values are in ft-lbs except those marked with an * which are in in-lbs.
For metric torque value (N·m) multiply ft-lbs value by 1.355 or the in-lbs value by 0.113.

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 GEHL CONSTRUCTION
WARRANTY
GEHL CONSTRUCTION DIVISION of the GEHL COMPANY, hereinafter
referred to as Gehl, warrants new Gehl construction equipment to the
Original Retail Purchaser to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the Warranty
Start Date, except as set forth below.

GEHL CONSTRUCTION WARRANTY SERVICE INCLUDES:

Genuine Gehl parts and labor costs required to repair or replace
equipment at the selling dealer’s business location.

GEHL MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF

ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
PARTICULAR PURPOSE), EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED IN
THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT.

GEHL WARRANTY SERVICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

1. Transportation to selling dealer’s business location or, at the
option of the Original Retail Purchaser, the cost of a service call.
2. Used equipment.
3. Components covered by their own non-Gehl warranties, such as
tires, trade accessories and engines.
4. Normal maintenance service and expendable, wear-out items.
5. Repairs or adjustments caused by: improper use; failure to follow
recommended maintenance procedures; use of unauthorized
parts or attachments; accident or other casualty.
6. Liability for incidental or consequential damages of any type,
including, but not limited to lost profits and expenses of acquiring
replacement equipment.
No agent, employee or representative of Gehl has any authority to
bind Gehl to any warranty except as specifically set forth herein. Any of
these limitations excluded by local law shall be deemed deleted from
this warranty; all other terms will continue to apply.
77 908268/BP0904
 WRONG WRONG

Never exceed rated Always carry attachments

operating load. as low as possible. Do not
travel or turn with the lift
arms raised. Load, unload
and turn on flat level

WRONG
WRONG

Never carry riders.

Never modify equipment.

Keep bystanders away from

work area. Use only attachments
approved for this model
loader.
WRONG

Never leave loader with engine

running or with lift arm up. To
park, engage parking brake and
put attachment flat on the
ground.
 WARNING
THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL IS
PROVIDED FOR OPERATOR USE
DO NOT REMOVE FROM THIS MACHINE

Do not start, operate or work on this machine until you

carefully read and thoroughly understand the contents of this
operator’s manual.
Failure to follow safety, operating and maintenance
instructions can result in serious injury to the operator or
bystanders, poor operation, and costly breakdowns.
If you have any questions on proper operation, adjustment or
maintenance of this machine, contact your dealer or the Gehl
Company Service Department before starting or continuing
operation.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling battery.

®
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