This is the COMPLETE Operator’s Manual for the Gehl 253, 303, 353, 373 Compact Excavators.
This Manual Describes Procedures for Operation, Handling, Lubrication, Maintenance, Checking, and Adjustment. It Will Help The Operator or anyone Realize Peak Performance Through Effective, Economical and Safe Machine Operation and Maintenance.
Operator’s Manual Contains:
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Chapter 1 – General Information
Introduction
Ownership Change
Excavator Component Identification
Specifications
Fluid Capacities/Lubricants
Model 253 Specifications
Engine
Hydraulic System
Undercarriage and Swing System
Dozer Blade
Bucket (Standard)
Noise Levels
General Specifications
Model 303 Specifications
Engine
Hydraulic System
Undercarriage and Swing System
Dozer Blade
Bucket (Standard)
Noise Levels
General Specifications
Fuse Panel
Model 353 Specifications
Engine
Hydraulic System
Undercarriage and Swing System.
Dozer Blade
Bucket (Standard)
Noise Levels
General Specifications
Model 373 Specifications
Engine
Hydraulic System
Undercarriage and Swing System.
Dozer Blade
Bucket (Standard)
Noise Levels
General Specifications
Load Diagrams
Checklists
Chapter 2 – Safety
General Safety Information
Unauthorized Modifications
Attachment Precautions
Mandatory Safety Shutdown Procedure
Operational Safety
Exposure to Crystalline Silica
Parking the Machine
Travel Controls May Produce Reversed Travel Operations
Additional Travel Precautions
Snow, Ice and Cold Temperature Operation Precautions
Fire Hazards
Fire Extinguisher Recommendation
Additional Safety Equipment
Maintenance Safety
Safety Decals
Hydraulic Cylinder Seal Periodic Replacement
High Pressure Hydraulic Lines Store Energy
Operator’s Cab and Swing Frame Deck Maintenance
Battery Electrolyte and Explosive Gas Hazard
Battery Disconnection Precaution
Jump-starting or Charging the Battery
Lifting the Machine with a Crane
Transporting
Safety Decals
New Decal Application
ISO-Style Safety Decal Locations (Later Machines)
ISO-Style Information Decal Locations (All Machines)
ANSI-Style Safety Decal Locations (Early Machines)
Chapter 3 – Operation
Operating Controls
Machine Orientation
Ignition Key Switch
Engine Speed Control
Travel Controls
SAE-Pattern Operating Controls
ISO-Pattern Operating Controls
Boom Swivel
Optional Joystick Buttons
Operator’s Seat Adjustments
Seat Belt
Ventilation
Machine Operation
Engine Shut Down
Travel
Water Operation
Operating Instructions
Slope Operation
Cold Weather Operation
Swiveling the Boom
Grading
Mounting/Removing Buckets
Auxiliary Hydraulics Connections
Excavating
Proper Digging Techniques
Transporting
Towing
Lifting the Machine
Loading and Transporting
Chapter 4 – Maintenance
General Information
Care and Servicing
Maintenance Safety
Maintenance Schedule
Check, Clean and Inspect
Fluid and Filter Changes
Swing Gear Ring
Cab Heating System
Bucket, Boom and Dozer Blade
Lubrication
Recommended Lubricants
Engine Oil
Hydraulic Oil
Swing Ring
Final Drive Unit
All Lubrication Points – See Figure 4-1
Engine
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Air Cleaner Service
Fuel System
Filling the Fuel Tank
Fuel Filter
Water Separator
Purging Air from the Fuel System
Coolant System
Checking Coolant Level
Checking and Adjusting V-belt Tension
Electrical System
Fuses
Battery
Hydraulic System
Checking Hydraulic Oil Level
Changing Hydraulic Oil
Hydraulic Hose Maintenance
Track System
Track Cleaning
Changing Final Drive Oil
Checking and Adjusting Track Tension
Windshield Washer Fluid
Cab/Canopy Removal/Replacement
Long-Term Storage
Before Storage
During Storage
After Storage
Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting
Engine
Indicator Lamps
Seals and Hoses
Traveling Gear
Bucket, Boom and Dozer Blade
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** Model Specification: Gehl 253, 303, 353, 373 Compact Excavators
** Language: English
** Total Pages: 116
** File Format: PDF
** Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader
** Compatible: All Versions of Windows & Mac, Linux OS, Iphone, Ipad, Android etc…
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