Hydraulic schematics and electrical wiring diagrams anchor the back of this 96-page Gehl RS6-42, RS8-42, RS8-44 operator manual PDF (Form No. 913218), covering all three telescopic handler models. Load zone charts follow them, letting you check boom reach against rated capacity before a load leaves the ground, while a long Safety chapter covers the mandatory shutdown procedure and the personnel work platform system. Dash panel indicators and switches get a chapter of their own, as do lubrication points for the hydraulic reservoir, axle gear oil, transmission and brakes, followed by operator service checks and a standard hardware torque table. Crank no longer than 30 seconds, then wait 2 minutes before trying again; after any wheel comes off, re-torque the nuts until 450 ft.-lbs. (610 Nm) holds. A telehandler parked over one missing figure burns your shift. Text search and bookmarks cover the screen; print the load charts and service pages and let them get greasy on the bench.
What's Inside This Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|
| International Symbols | 2-3 | Parking Brake, Brake Failure, Hydraulic Oil, Engine Oil Pressure, Transmission Temperature, Steer Modes |
| Introduction | 4-5 | Personnel Work Platform System, Safety Alert Symbol, Machine Identification, Operating Plan |
| Specifications | 6 | Lifting Performance, Steering System, Braking System, Electrical System, Transmission, Hydraulic System |
| Check Lists | 7-9 | Pre-Delivery Inspection, Delivery Checklist, Hydraulic System, Grease Fittings, Wheel Nuts, PWP System |
| Safety | 10-22 | Mandatory Safety Shutdown Procedure, Additional Safety Reminders, Operation Safety Reminders, Servicing Safety Reminders, Personnel Work Platform Safety System |
| Indicators and Controls | 23-31 | Dash Panel Area, Top Row Switches, Middle Row Switches |
| Operation and Adjustments | 32-44 | Starting the Engine, Stopping, Changing Attachment Tools, General Machine Operation, Grade and Slope Precautions |
| Lubrication | 45-47 | Hydraulic System Reservoir, Grease Fittings, Engine Crankcase Oil, Axle Gear Oil, Transmission Oil, Brake System |
| Service and Storage | 48-62 | Dealer Services, Operator Services, Checking Fuel Tank Level, Checking Transmission Oil Level, Checking Personnel Work Platform System |
| Decal Locations | 63-67 | New Decal Application |
| Maintenance | 68-90 | Hydraulic Schematics, Electrical Schematics, Load Zone Charts, Standard Hardware Torque Data |
| Warranty | 95-96 | Warranty Coverage, Genuine Parts, Labor Costs, non-Gehl Warranties, Incidental Damages |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|
| All Models |
| Wheel nuts torque | 450 ft-lbs (610 Nm) | p. 7 |
| Starter cranking limit | 30 seconds | p. 32 |
| Starter restart wait time | 2 minutes | p. 32 |
| Wheel nut torque | 450 ft.-lbs. (610 Nm) | p. 50 |
| Boom slide pad bolt torque | 30 ft.-lbs. (40 Nm) | p. 57 |
| Bottom slide pad replacement thickness | 3/8" (9.5 mm) | p. 57 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 47 gallons | p. 6 |
| Hydraulic tank & system capacity | 47 gallons | p. 6 |
| Engine oil capacity | 14 quarts | p. 6 |
| Tire inflation pressure | 70 psi | p. 7 |
| RS8-44 |
| Maximum lift capacity (RS8-44) | 8000 lbs. | p. 6 |
| RS6-42 |
| Maximum lift capacity (RS6-42) | 6600 lbs. | p. 6 |
