Gehl VT320 Vertical Lift Track Loader Operator’s Manual 50940474 – PDF DOWNLOAD

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Introduction:Contents and Use of this Manual:

This Operator’s Manual provides information about the safe and proper operation and maintenance for the machine. Major points of safe operation and maintenance are detailed in the Safety chapter of this manual. This manual also includes general troubleshooting and specification information about the machine. Follow the instructions in the Operator’s Manual Safety, Operation and Maintenance chapters, concerning accident prevention regulations, safety and occupational regulations, and machine and traffic regulations. Manitou Americas is not liable for damage resulting from the failure to follow these regulations.

• It is the owner’s or employer’s responsibility to fully instruct each operator in the proper and safe operation and maintenance of the machine. A storage container is provided behind the operator’s seat for storing the Operator’s Manual. After using the manual, return it to the storage container.
• This manual is considered a permanent part of the machine and should be with the machine at all times. If the machine is resold, include this operator’s manual as part of the sale. Replace this manual promptly if it becomes damaged, lost or stolen.
• Some illustrations in this manual may show doors, guards and shields open or removed for illustrative purposes only. BE SURE all doors, guards and shields are in their proper operating positions BEFORE starting the engine to operate the machine. Because of ongoing product improvements, information included in this manual may not exactly match the machine. Manitou Americas reserves the right to modify and improve products at any time without notice or obligation.

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Gehl VT320 Vertical Lift Track Loader Operator’s Manual 50940474 – PDF DOWNLOAD

Delivery Checklists………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………i
Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7
Safety Symbol ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Contents and Use of this Manual ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Safety Symbol and Signal Words……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8
Safety Alert Symbol ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Signal Words …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8
Machine Orientation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Proper Machine Use……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Service and Registration ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
Machine Model and Serial Numbers …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
Component Serial Numbers …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
ROPS/FOPS Certification Label……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
Component Identification……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10
Standard Attachments…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11
Using Attachments …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11
Vibration Information …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12
Vibration Measurement and Actions………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12
Fire Extinguisher ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 13
Manufacturer Information …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 13
Indicator and Operation Symbols………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 14
Safety……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….17
Safety Symbol and Signal Words………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 17
Safety Alert Symbol ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 17
Signal Words ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 17
Mandatory Safety Shutdown Procedure…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 18
Before Starting …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 18
During Operation ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 19
Applications with Load-Handling Devices ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 22
Parking the Machine……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 23
Electrical Energy ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 23
Maintenance and Service Safety Practices…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 23
Battery Hazards………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 25
Fire Hazards………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 26
Additional Safety Equipment ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 27
Crystalline Silica Exposure…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 27
Transporting the Machine…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 27
Lifting the Machine with a Crane …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 27
Loading and Transporting the Machine………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 27
Safety Decals …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 28
New Decal Application…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 28
ANSI-Style Safety Decals…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 29
ISO-Style Safety Decals………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 31
Specifications …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..33
Fluids/Lubricants Types and Capacities…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 33
Dimensions………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 34
Payloads/Capacities……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 36
Weights …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 36
Track Drive ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 37
Coolant Compound Table ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 37
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Engine………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..38
Hydraulic System…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………39
General ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..39
Drive Hydraulics…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….39
Pumps………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….40
Cylinders ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………40
Forces and Cycle Times …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………41
Electrical System …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………41
Sound Power/Pressure Levels ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………41
Vibration Levels …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..42
Features……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..42
Standard Features …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………42
Optional Features ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..42
Common Materials and Densities…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..43
Controls……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………45
Multi-Function Display ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….46
Multi-Function Display Symbols……………………………………………………………………………………………………….47
Multi-Function Display Screens ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….48
Control Buttons/Switches………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………52
Indicator Panel…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….53
Audible Alerts………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..55
Ignition Switch……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..55
Seat and Armrest/Joystick Console Adjustment……………………………………………………………………………………….55
Control Joysticks………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….56
Left Joystick Functions……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………56
Right Joystick Functions …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………56
Joystick Buttons/Switch Functions……………………………………………………………………………………………………57
Parking Brake/Work Hydraulics Lock-out ………………………………………………………………………………………………..57
Throttle Controls ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….58
ECO Mode Switch ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….58
Travel Controls ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………58
Lift Arm Float Button …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….59
Hydraglide™ Button……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..59
HVAC (Option)…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….60
Beacon/Work Lights……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..60
Wipers/Washers ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….61
Washer Fluid Reservoir ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….61
Battery Disconnect Switch (Option) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..61
Rearview Camera (Option) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………62
Operation …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………63
Operational Checks ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..63
Pre-Start Checks……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………63
Checks During Operation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..64
Parking Checks……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..64
Before Operation …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………65
Cab Entry and Exit …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………65
Opening/Closing the Swing-Out Cab Door (Option) ……………………………………………………………………………65
Swing-out Cab Door Emergency Exit ……………………………………………………………………………………………….66
Swing-out Cab Door Removal …………………………………………………………………………………………………………66
Fold-up Door (Option) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….66
Opening the Fold-up Door from the Outside: ……………………………………………………………………………….66
Closing the Fold-up Door from the Outside: …………………………………………………………………………………66
Closing the Door from the Inside: ……………………………………………………………………………………………….67
Opening the Door from the Inside: ……………………………………………………………………………………………..67
Operator’s Seat……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..67
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Seat Forward and Back Horizontal Adjustment…………………………………………………………………………………. 67
Seat Height Vertical Height/Weight Suspension Adjustment ………………………………………………………………. 67
Air Suspension……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 67
Mechanical Suspension …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 68
Seat Belt ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 68
Fastening/Unfastening the Seat Belt ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 68
Armrest/Joystick Console Adjustment ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 68
Parking Brake ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 69
Disengage Parking Brake ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 69
Starting the Engine……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 70
Cold-Starting………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 71
After Starting………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 71
Warm Up …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 71
Run-In Period …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 72
Stopping the Engine ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 72
Engine Stalling …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 72
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Standstill Regeneration……………………………………………………………………. 72
After Operation …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 74
Jump-Starting …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 75
Travel Drive Operation ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 76
Travel Drive Control Pattern……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 77
Rubber Track Use Cautions and Tips ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 78
Sprocket Tooth Wear and Track Life……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 80
Backup Alarm…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 81
Lift Arm Operation ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 81
Attachment Transport Position ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 81
Joystick Lift Arm Control Pattern …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 82
Lift Arm Operation Control Pattern…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 82
Self-Leveling………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 82
Self-Leveling Cancel……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 83
Lift Arm Float ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 83
Hydraglide™ Ride Control System………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 84
Hydraulics Control Lock ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 85
Lift Arm Support …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 85
Engage Lift Arm Support ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 85
Disengage Lift Arm Support …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 86
Connecting/Disconnecting Attachments…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 87
Connecting Attachments ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 87
Disconnecting Attachments ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 88
Hydraulically-Powered Attachments………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 89
Connecting Hydraulic Attachments to the Auxiliary Hydraulic Circuits………………………………………………….. 89
Disconnecting Hydraulic Attachments from the Auxiliary Hydraulics Circuit ………………………………………….. 90
Auxiliary Hydraulics Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 90
Standard-Flow Auxiliary Hydraulics Control………………………………………………………………………………… 90
High-Flow Auxiliary Hydraulics Control (Option) ………………………………………………………………………….. 91
14-Pin Connector (Option) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 91
Switch / Pin Assignments ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 91
Working with Buckets ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 93
Digging Tips…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 93
Working with Standard Buckets………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 94
Scooping ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 94
Loading …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 94
Digging………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 95
Grading without Float ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 95
Grading Using Float ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 96
Backfilling………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 97
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Working with Pallet Forks ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..97
Safety Instructions When Working with Pallet Forks …………………………………………………………………………..97
Transporting Loads Using Pallet Forks……………………………………………………………………………………………..99
Loading Pallet Forks…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………99
Lifting Loads Using Pallet Forks …………………………………………………………………………………………………99
Transporting Load Using Pallet Forks …………………………………………………………………………………………99
Setting Down Loads Using Pallet Forks ………………………………………………………………………………………99
Lifting the Machine using a Crane ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..100
Crane Lifting Preparation ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………100
Loading and Transporting the Machine on a Transport Vehicle ………………………………………………………………..101
Loading and Securing the Machine ………………………………………………………………………………………………..101
Maintenance……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………103
Maintenance Schedule ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….105
Checks, Cleaning and Inspection …………………………………………………………………………………………………..105
Leakage Check ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………106
Lubrication, Fluid and Filter Changes ……………………………………………………………………………………………..107
Functional Check …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………107
Engine Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..108
Engine Access …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….108
Closing Engine Covers ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………108
Engine Oil …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..109
Checking Engine Oil Level ………………………………………………………………………………………………………109
Changing Engine Oil and Filter…………………………………………………………………………………………………110
Engine Air Filters………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….111
Changing Air Filter Elements …………………………………………………………………………………………………………112
Engine Cooling System…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………112
Checking Coolant Level…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..112
Cleaning Radiator Fins ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………113
Draining/Refilling Cooling System …………………………………………………………………………………………….113
Belt Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………114
Engine Accessory Belt…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….114
Air Conditioning Belt ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….115
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Service ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..115
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Level …………………………………………………………………………………………………..115
DEF Dosing Unit Filter Replacement ………………………………………………………………………………………………116
Fuel System Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..117
Adding Fuel…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………118
Water Separator Inspection/Maintenance………………………………………………………………………………………..118
Changing Water Separator and Fuel Filter ………………………………………………………………………………………119
Hydraulic System Maintenance ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………120
Checking Hydraulic Oil Level …………………………………………………………………………………………………………120
Changing Hydraulic Oil and Filter …………………………………………………………………………………………………..121
Hydraulic Hose Maintenance……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….123
Travel Motor Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..124
Travel Motor Gearbox Oil………………………………………………………………………………………………………………124
Track Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….124
Track Replacement………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………125
Track Removal ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………125
Track Installation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………126
General Lubrication ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………128
Tilting ROPS/FOPS ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………129
Raising ROPS/FOPS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………129
Lowering ROPS/FOPS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………130
Electrical System ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….131
Battery………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..131
Using a Booster Battery (Jump-Starting) …………………………………………………………………………………………132
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Fuses and Relays……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 132
Fuses/Relays ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 132
Engine Compartment Relays/Fuses – (SN 330101 and Up)………………………………………………………………. 133
Engine Compartment Relays/Fuses – (SN 330100 and Before)…………………………………………………………. 134
Power-A-Tach Relay……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 135
Optional 14-Pin Connector Fuses/Relays…………………………………………………………………………………. 135
Rearview Camera Fuse……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 135
Long-Term Storage …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 136
Before Storage …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 136
After Storage ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 136
Air Conditioning Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 137
Air Conditioning Filters ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 137
Cab Air Filter ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 137
Outside Air Intake Filter………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 137
Window Washer Reservoir…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 138
Side Window Removal ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 138
Side Front Window Removal ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 138
Side Rear Window Removal…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 139
Side Bottom Window Removal ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 139
Final Shutdown / Decommissioning …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 139
Before Disposal ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 139
Machine Disposal ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 140
Maintenance Log………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 141
Troubleshooting ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..145
Engine Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 145
Indicator Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 147
Seal and Hose Troubleshooting ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 148
Hydraulic System Troubleshooting………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 148
Hydrostatic Travel Drive System Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………………………. 150
Electrical Troubleshooting ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 151
Error Codes……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 152
Engine Error Codes …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 152
Schematics……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..171
Hydraulic Schematic – (SN 330101 and Up) …………………………………………………………………………………………. 171
Hydraulic Schematic – (SN 330100 and Before) ……………………………………………………………………………………. 172
Electrical Schematic – Chassis (1 of 2) – (SN 330101 and Up)………………………………………………………………… 173
Electrical Schematic – Chassis (2 of 2) – (SN 330101 and Up)………………………………………………………………… 174
Electrical Schematic – Chassis (1 of 2) – (SN 330100 and Before)…………………………………………………………… 175
Electrical Schematic – Chassis (2 of 2) – (SN 330100 and Before)…………………………………………………………… 176
Electrical Schematic – Engine (1 of 2) – (SN 330101 and Up) …………………………………………………………………. 177
Electrical Schematic – Engine (2 of 2) – (SN 330101 and Up) …………………………………………………………………. 178
Electrical Schematic – Engine (1 of 2) – (SN 330100 and Before) ……………………………………………………………. 179
Electrical Schematic – Engine (2 of 2) – (SN 330100 and Before) ……………………………………………………………. 180
Electrical Schematic – Rear Door ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 181
Electrical Schematic – ROPS/FOPS……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 182
Electrical Schematic – Seat (1 of 2) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 183
Electrical Schematic – Seat (2 of 2) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 184
Electrical Schematic – Road Lights……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 185
Electrical Schematic – 14-Pin Connector ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 186
Index ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………187
EC Declaration of Conformity ………………………………………………………………………………………………….191
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Torque Specifications……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..193
SAE Torque Values ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..195