Lift arms up, a warning lamp lit and a loader you need to get under safely: this 102-page Gehl V270 operator manual PDF (OEM form 917387) answers that for the skid-steer loader in standard and EU builds. Controls and safety equipment fill a solid share of the book, covering the operator restraint bar, safety interlock system and lift arm support device, before the operation chapter moves through starting, stopping and swapping attachments. Troubleshooting charts sort faults by electrical system, engine and hydrostatic drive, while the maintenance schedule tells you when the air cleaner, hydraulic oil filter, fuel filter and chaincase oil are due. Keep the bucket inside the 2700 lb. (1225 kg) rated operating load, and know the main hydraulic system runs at 3300 psi (228 bar). A made-up pressure or torque figure costs hoses and threads. Bookmarks jump you straight to the torque chart or troubleshooting page, and the text layer finds any term you type.
What's Inside This Gehl V270, V270 (EU) Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 5-8 | Operator's Manual, Gehl Dealer, Manual Storage Box, Attachments, Service Parts |
| Safety | 9-22 | Mandatory Safety Shutdown Procedure, Potential Hazards |
| Controls and Safety Equipment | 23-40 | Operator Restraint Bar, Safety Interlock System, Lift Arm Support Device |
| Operation | 41-54 | Starting the Engine, Stopping the Loader, Changing Attachments |
| Service | 55-76 | Loader Raising Procedure, Engine Air Cleaner, Hydraulic System |
| Troubleshooting | 77-84 | Electrical System, Engine, Hydrostatic Drive System |
| Maintenance | 85-88 | Engine Air Cleaner, Hydraulic Oil Filter, Fuel Filter, Chaincase Oil, Lift Arm Pivots, Cooling System |
| Specifications | 89-94 | Operating Weight, Engine, Hydraulic System, Electrical, Capacities, Sound Levels |
| Torque Specifications | 95 | Grade 2, Grade 5, Grade 8, Grade 12.9 |
| Warranty | 96 | Gehl Warranty Service |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 12-Volt DC, 950 CCA | p. 89 |
| Operating Weight | 8000 lbs. (3629 kg) | p. 89 |
| Rated Operating Load | 2700 lbs. (1225 kg) | p. 89 |
| Engine Power (net) | 84 hp (63 kW) @ 2500 rpm | p. 89 |
| Main Hydraulic System Pressure | 3300 psi (228 bar) | p. 89 |
| Hydraulic Reservoir Capacity | 11 U.S. gal. (42 L) | p. 89 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 11 U.S. quarts (10,4 L) | p. 59 |
| Chaincase Oil Capacity (each side) | 10 U.S. quarts (9,5 L) | p. 59 |
| Wheel Nut Torque | 180 ft.-lbs. (244 N·m) | p. 72 |
| Lift Arm Pivot Torque | 240 ft. lbs. (325 N·m) | p. 72 |
| Tire Inflation Pressure (12 x 16.5 10-ply) | 65 psi (450 kPa) | p. 74 |
| Tire Inflation Pressure (33 x 15.5 x 16.5) | 60 psi (415 kPa) | p. 74 |
Gehl V270, V270 (EU) Common Problems This Manual Covers
Gehl V270 skid-steer engine diagnostic lamp flashing a failure code pattern after startup
Check the flash count and match the pattern to the engine diagnostic chart on pages 68 and 69. Identify whether the code points to a sensor failure, ECU failure, overspeed, oil pressure, charge failure or coolant temperature. Shut down using the mandatory safety shutdown procedure before checking oil and coolant levels.
Manual Section: Engine Diagnostic Chart p. 68Entire electrical system dead or the starter will not engage at engine startup
Check the battery first; this loader takes a 12-Volt DC, 950 CCA battery per page 89. Test the battery charge, then work down the electrical system troubleshooting chart on page 77 for the entire system failure and starter engagement entries before replacing any parts.
Manual Section: Electrical System Troubleshooting p. 77Engine turns over normally on the starter but will not fire and start
Check the instrument panel for a flashing failure code and decode it on page 68 before chasing anything else. Then work through the engine troubleshooting chart in the Troubleshooting section for the turns over but will not start entry. Verify the fuel filter has been serviced on the interval in the maintenance schedule on page 85.
Manual Section: Engine TroubleshootingEngine temperature gauge reading high and engine overheating during heavy loader work
Check for a coolant temperature failure code on page 68, then stop the loader and let it cool before opening anything. Clean the cooling system and service the engine air cleaner on the intervals in the maintenance schedule on page 85. If the gauge itself is suspect, check the engine temperature gauge entry on page 77.
Manual Section: Engine TroubleshootingNo response from hydrostatic drive or lift and tilt functions with the engine running
Verify the operator restraint bar is fully lowered, and review the safety interlock system in the controls section starting on page 23. Check the lift, tilt and drive solenoid entries in the electrical troubleshooting chart on page 77, then work the hydrostatic drive troubleshooting entries for no response from drive or lift/tilt.
Manual Section: Hydrostatic Drive System TroubleshootingBucket drifting down and lift arm hydraulic cylinders slow or jerky under load
Check the hydraulic oil level and replace the hydraulic oil filter on the interval in the maintenance schedule on page 85. Then work through the hydraulic system troubleshooting entries for bucket drift, slow cylinder action and jerky action. Engage the lift arm support device before working under raised lift arms; never trust the cylinders to hold.
Manual Section: Hydraulic System TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions
How do you lower the ROPS/FOPS on a Gehl V270?
To lower the ROPS/FOPS, return the lock mechanism to the unlocked position and gradually loosen the needle valve on the manual hydraulic pump. The ROPS/FOPS will slowly lower. Reinstall the anchor bolts, washers, and locknuts as specified in the Torque Specifications chart on page 95. p. 58
What is the main hydraulic system pressure for a Gehl V270?
The main hydraulic system pressure for the V270 is 3300 psi (228 bar). p. 89
What are the replacement specifications for the engine oil filter on the Gehl V270?
The Gehl part number for the engine oil filter element is 195568. It is recommended to change the engine oil and filter after the first 50 hours for new units, and then at 250-hour intervals. p. 56
What is the hydraulic reservoir capacity on the Gehl V270 skid-steer loader?
The hydraulic reservoir capacity for the V270 is 11 U.S. gallons (42 L). p. 89
What exactly do I receive with this Gehl V270 Operator Manual?
A 102-page Operator Manual in searchable PDF format, available the moment you complete checkout. View on computer, tablet, or phone, with no shipping wait.
Am I free to print this Gehl V270 Operator Manual?
Yes. Many buyers print one chapter at a time for their own shop and keep the rest on a tablet.
