Gehl 521T Wheel Loader Operators and Parts Manual

Table of Content of the Gehl 518T Wheel Steer Loader

– Introduction
– Safety Instructions
– Operation
– Troubleshooting
– Maintenance
– Helpful information

These manuals contains important information on how to work safely, correctly and economically with the wheel loader model 518T. Therefore, it aims not only at new operators, but is also a reference for experienced ones. It helps to avoid dangerous situations, and reduce repair costs and downtimes. Furthermore, the reliability and the service life of the loader will be increased by following the instructions in the operation manual. This is why the operation manual must always be kept at hand in the vehicle.

Your own safety, as well as the safety of others, depends to a great extent on how the vehicle is moved and operated. Therefore, carefully read and understand this operation manual prior to the first drive. This operation manual will help to familiarize yourself more easily with the vehicle, thereby enabling you to use it more safely and efficiently.

General safety instructions are given in Section 2 of this operation manual. The owner and the operators of the vehicle must know and follow them at all times. As a rule, keep the following in mind: Prudent and careful work is the best protection against accidents! Special safety instructions with direct reference to service, function and operation of the vehicle are given right before the procedure to follow in the respective sections. This is to make sure that these safety instructions are read and followed when needed.

Operational safety and readiness of the vehicle do not only depend on your skill, but also on maintenance and service of the vehicle. This is why regular maintenance and service work is absolutely necessary. Extensive maintenance and repair work must always be carried out by an expert with appropriate training. Insist on using original spare parts when carrying out maintenance and repair work. This ensures operational safety and readiness of your vehicle, and maintains its value.