Gehl HL 360 User manual

Form No.
902369
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL l!I

GEHL©COMPANY
HL360
SKID STEER LOADER & ATTACHMENTS
Gehl Company (Incorporated), hereinafter referred to as GEHL, as manufacturer of quality machinery
since 1859, warrants new GEHL machinery and/or attachments at the time
of delivery to the original
purchaser, to
be free from defects in material and workmanship if properly set up and operated in
accordance with the recommendations set forth in the GEHL Operators Manual.
GEHL's liability for any defect with respect to accepted goods shall be limited to repairing the goods at
an authorized dealer or other GEHL designated location, or replacing them,
as GEHL shall elect. The
above shall be
in accordance with GEHL warranty adjustment policies. GEHL's obligation shall terminate
twelve (12) months/or 500 hours (whichever occurs first) after the delivery
of the goods to the original
purchaser.
This warranty shall not apply to any machine or attachment which shall have been repaired or altered
outside the GEHL factory or authorized GEHL dealership or in any way
so as in GEHL's judgement, to
affect its stability or reliability, nor which has been subject to misuse, negligence or accident, nor to
any machine or attachment which shall not have been operated
in accordance with GEHL's printed
instructions or beyond the Company recommended machine rated capacity.
This warranty shall
not be applicable to items which are subject to the warranties of their respective
manufacturers. Such items would include but would
not be limited to engines, clutches, universal joints,
batteries, hydraulic components, bearings, tires, belts and other trade accessories.
EXCLUSION OF WARRANTIES
Except as otherwise expressly stated herein, GEHL makes no representation or warranty of any kind,
expressed or implied, AND MAKES
NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IN RESPECT TO ITS
MACHINERY AND/OR ATTACHMENTS AND MAKES
NO WARRANTY THAT ITS MACHINERY
AND/OR ATTACHMENTS ARE FIT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. GEHL shall
not be liable
for incidental or consequential damages for any breach
of warranty, including but not limited to
inconvenience, rental or replacement equipment, loss
of profits or other commercial loss. GEHL shall
not be liable for, and the buyer assumes
all liability for, all personal injury and property damage resulting
from the handling, possession or
use of the goods by the buy:er.
No agent, employee or representative of GEHL has any authority to bind GEHL to any affirmation,
representation or warranty concerning its machinery and/or attachments except
as specifically set forth
herein.
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INTRODUCTION
M r. Operator:
Your decision to purchase Gehl equipment is a wise one.
You have made a sound
and lasting investment. Gehl
Company has been building quality equipment for well
over a century.
Our entire manufacturing and marketing
philosophy
is built upon quality. The quality built into
Gehl products assure you the performance
and reliability
you need to make a profit. Your authorized Gehl Skid
Steer
Loader dealer is equipped to service your Gehl
equipment. They maintain genuine Gehl service parts.
This manual was written for the
operator so that he can
find the information which he needs
to know to correctly
prepare, adjust, service and understand this unit.
The operator should read this manual thoroughly so that
the important facts about this unit and the contents of the
manual are known. The safety of the operator and the
reliability
and performance of this unit will be determin-
ed by the knowledge
of the contents of this manual.
Each section
of this manual is clearly identified and is
divided into smaller sections. The Table of Contents and
Index can be used
to find the information that is needed.
All service parts should be obtained from
or ordered
through your Gehl dealer. Give complete information
when ordering service parts.
The model number and
serial number should always be given. Record numbers in
the space provided as a handy record for quick reference.
Numbers for this unit are stamped
on a plate which is
located on the left Riser below the Cross Frame Support.
Gehl
Company reserves the right to ma ke cha-nges or im-
provements in the design
or construction of any part
without incurring the obligation to install such changes
on any unit previously delivered.
GEHL COMPANY
WEST BEND, WIS. 53095 U.S.A.
"Right" and "Left" are determined from a position sitting
on the seat and looking forward. From this position, the
Traction
T-bar is the left-hand Control and the Lift/Tilt
T-bar ill the right-hand Control.
This Symbol . used throughout this manual,
means
to read carefully and understand the
message that follows.
A
WARNING: Some photographs, used
herein, may show Door(s), Guard(s),or
Shield(s) opened/removed. BE SURE that
all Door(s), Guard(s) or Shield(s) are in their proper
position, BEFORE machine
is operated.
TABLE
OF CONTENTS
Page
Warranty ...................... . ............... 2
Introduction ............ . ........ . ............. 3
Specification
................ . .............. . . 3-4
Check Lists
............... .. . .. .... . ......... 5-7
Warnings -General
......... . ................. 8-9
Controls & Safety Equipment
.. ....... . ...... 10-12
Operation . . . . . .
................ ... . . .. .. . .. 12-18
Adjustments
.................. . ... .. ........... 19
Lubrication ............ . .... . .. .. . . .. .. .... 20-21
Transporting ...................... . ........... 21
Service ........... . ........................ 22-31
Troubleshooting ............................ 32-35
Optional Features & Accessories
.......... ... .... 35
Decal Locations .............. . ............. 36-37
Maintenance Schedule
................ . . . .. . . ... 38
Index ... .. ....................... . .. ... ... . .. 39
SPECIFI CATIONS
Model & Engine ....... HL360 with Onan 2 Cylinder
(Gasoline) Engine, (SAE)
16 hp (12 kw)
@ 1600 RPM, 27.5 ft-lb (3.8 kg-m) Torque
@ 2400 RPM
Hydraulic System:
Dual T-Bar Control ....... Traction & Load Arms
Tandem Traction Pump ...... 9 gallons per minute
(.57 liter per second)
System
Pump ............. 7.5 gallons per minute
(.47 liter per second)
Filtration
..................... . ..... 10 microns
Reservoir
.................... 5 gallons (19 liters)
Electrical System:
Battery
......................... . ....... 12 volt
Starter ............................... . . 12 volt
Alternator
.............. . .. . 15 ampere Flywheel
Capacities: .
(SAE) Operating
................. 550 Ib (250 kg)
(lEMC) Tip-up ................. 1100 Ib (500 kg)
Hydraulic Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.. 1110+ Ib (500+ kg)
Gasoline
Tank .............. 6 gallons (22.7 liters)
Operating Weight -
Less
Attachment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1582 Ib (720 kg)
Tires
.. Standard 12 x 5.70 4-Ply on 12.00 x 5 Wheels
Optional
23 x 8.50-12 4-Ply Flotation on
12.00 x 7 Wheels
Travel Speed
............... . . 0 to 4 mph (6.4 kmh)
Engine Specifications
....... Refer to Engine Manual
Provided
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Attachments: Struck Heaped
fp (m3) fp (m3)
36" Utility Bucket 3.6 (0.1) 4.6 (0.
13)
42" Utility Bucket 4.3 (0.
12) 5.4 (0.15)
42" Light Material Bucket 7.7 (0.215) 9.8 (0.275)
48" Light Material Bucket 8.8 (0.245) 11.4 (0.32)
60" Light Material Bucket 11.0 (0.31)
14 .5 (0.41)
36"
Manure Fork
42" Manure Fork
36" Pallet Fork
Accessory
............. Weld-on Grapple Attachment
KEY TO ILLUSTRATION
Dimensions in Inches (Millimeters)
A. Overall Maximum Height -Bucket* Fully Raised
·
....................... ......... ... 120 (3048)
B. Height
to Hinge Pin -Bucket* Fully Raised
·
.... . .. ..... .......... .... .... . . , ... 92 (2336)
C. Overall Height
to Top of Overhead Guard
· .................................... 75 (1905)
D. Overall Height Less Overhead
Guard
· .................................. 56.5 (1435)
E. Ground Clearance ...... . ........... . 5.75 (146)
F. Overall Length With Bucket* .
... . ..... 90 (2286)
G. Overall Length Less Bucket* . .
.. .... 67.25 (1708)
H. Wheel Base .
.. .... . ..... .... .. . .. ... 29 (736.5)
1.
Dump Reach . ......... .... ... ..... 23.75 (603)
K. Rollback
at Ground Level .................. 16 °
L. Dump Angle .............................. 30°
M. Overall Width
With
Standard Tires .............. 35.75 (908)
With
Flotation Tires ..... . ....... 40. 75 (1035)
A B N.
Tread Width
With
Standard Tires ............ 29.75 (755. 5)
With Flotation Tires ... . ......... 32.5 (825.5)
P. Bucket*
Width . ... ........ ..... . ..... 42 (1067)
R. Clearance Circle -
Rear . . ....... . 43.25 (1098. 5)
S. Clearance Circle - Front Less Bucket*
·
....................... . ..... . .. . 29.5 (749.5)
T. Clearance Circle -
Front With Bucket*
·
..... . .. . ..... ... ...... . ..... .. ... 54 (1371.5)
U. Height to Top of Seat Cushion ........ 36.5 (927)
·Value based on measurement with 42" Utility Bucket
attached and optional
Flotation Tires installed.
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HL360
PRE-DELIVERY
CHECK LIST DELIVERY CHECK LIST
The following Check List is an important reminder of The following Check List is an important reminder of
valuable information and inspections which MUST be valuable information that M UST be passed on to the
made before delivering the unit
to the Customer. Check
Customer at the time the unit is delivered. Checkoffeach
off each item after prescribed action
is taken. item
as you explain it to the Customer.
Check that: _ Give the
Customer his Operator's Manual. Instruct
him to
be sure to read and completely understand its
__ Unit is NOT damaged in shipment. Check for such contents BEFORE attempting to operate the unit.
things as dents
and loose or missing parts; correct _ Explain
and review with him the WARNING section
or replace components as required. of this Manual.
__ Fuel Tank, Fuel Lines and Fittings are NOT
_ Explain and review with him the Controls & Safety
damaged, leaking or loosely secured. Equipment section
of this Manual.
__ Battery is securely mounted and NOT cracked. _ Explain
that regular lubrication is required for con-
Also check
that Cable connections are tight. Also tinued
proper operation and long life. Review with
check Electrolyte level
and strength (in domestic him the Lubrication section
of this manual.
shipment, Battery
is filled at the factory). _ Explain and review with him the Service section
of
__ Lift and Tilt Cylinders are NOT damaged, leaking this manual.
or loosely attached. _ Explain the importance
of his thorough understand-
__ Hydraulic Pump and Motor are NOT damaged, ing
of and familiarity with the Loader Controls
leaking
or loosely attached. BEFORE
attempting to operate the Loader.
__ Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings are NOT damaged, -Explain
that he MUST consult the Engine
leaking
or loosely attached.
Operator's Manual (provided) for related specifica-
__ Oil Filter is NOT damaged, leaking or loosely tions,
operation and maintenance instructions.
attached. _ Complete
Owner 's Registration Card .
__ Wheels are securely attached and Tires are properly
inflated.
__ Entire Loader is properly lubricated and that
Hydraulic System, Engine Crankcase and Hydro-
I acknowledge that above points were reviewed with
me
static Transmission are filled to the proper oil at the time
of delivery.
levels.
__ All Guards, Shields and Decals are in place and
properly attached.
__ Serial number for the unit is recorded in the spaces Customer's Signature
provided on this page
and page 3.
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(I)
Start the Loader engine and test-run the unit while Date Delivered
___________________________ _
3 checking that proper operation
is exhibited by all
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__ Traction T-bar and Lift/Tilt T-bar operate
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properly and are
NOT damaged or binding.
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on this unit as outlined above.
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"tI Dealer's Name
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By ____________________________________ _
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Dealer's Set-up Man's Signature
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Da te Set -up _______________________________ _
Serial Number
_____________________________ _ (Dealer's File Copy)
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HL360
PRE-DELIVERY
CHECK LIST DELIVERY
CHECK LIST
The following Check List is an important reminder of
valuable information and inspections which MUST be
made before delivering the unit to the Customer. Check
off eaGh item after prescribed action is taken.
Check that :
__ Unit is NOT damaged in shipment. Check for such
things as dents and loose or missing parts; correct
or replace components as required .
__ Fuel Tank, Fuel Lines and Fittings are NOT
damaged, leaking or loosely secured .
__ Battery is securely mounted and NOT cracked.
Also check that Cable connections are tight. Also
check Electrolyte level and strength (in domestic
shipment, Battery is filled at the factory).
__ Lift and Tilt Cylinders are NOT damaged, leaking
or loosely attached.
__ Hydraulic Pump and Motor are NOT damaged,
leaking or loosely attached.
__ Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings are NOT damaged,
leaking or loosely attached.
__ Oil Filter is NOT damaged, leaking or loosely
attached .
__ Wheels are securely attached and Tires are properly
inflated.
__ Entire Loader is properly lubricated and that
Hydraulic System, Engine Crankcase and Hydro-
static Transmission are filled to the proper oil
levels.
__ All Guards, Shields and Decals are in place and
properly attached.
__ Serial number for the unit is recorded in the spaces
provided on this page and page 3.
Start the Loader engine and test-run the unit while
checking that proper operation
is exhibited by all
controls.
Check that :
__ Traction T-bar and Lift/Tilt T-bar operate
properly and are NOT damaged or binding .
I
acknowledge that pre-delivery service was performed
on this unit as outlined above.
Dealer's Name
By ____________ __ ____ _
Dealer's
Set-up Man's Signature
Date Set-up __ ______________________ ____ _
Serial N umber ___ __________________________ _
The following Check List is an important reminder of
valuable information that MUST be passed on to the
Customer at the time the unit is delivered. Check off each
item as you explain it to the Customer.
_ Give the Customer his Operator's Manual. Instruct
him to be sure to read and completely understand its
contents BEFORE attempting to operate the unit.
_
Explain and review with him the WARNING section
of this Manual.
_ Explain and review with him the Controls & Safety
Equipment section of this Manual.
_ Explain that regular lubrication is required for con-
tinued proper operation and long life. Review with
him the Lubrication section of this manual.
_ Explain and review with him the Service section of
this manual.
_ Explain the importance of his thorough understand-
ing of and familiarity with the Loader Controls
BEFORE attempting to operate the Loader.
- Explain that he MUST consult the Engine
Operator's Manual (provided) for related specifica-
tions,
operation and maintenance instructions.
_ Complete Owner's Registration Card.
I acknowledge that above points were reviewed with me
at the time of delivery.
Customer's Signature
Date Delivered _____ _______ ______ ______ _
(Note: Pages 5 and 6 Have Been Removed at
Perforation)
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WARNING
BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS
EQUIPMENT, READ AND STUDY THE
FOLLOWING SAFETY INFORMATION. IN
ADDITION, MAKE SURE THAT EVERY
INDIVIDUAL WHO OPERATES OR WORKS
WITH THIS EQUIPMENT, WHETHER FAMILY
MEMBER OR EMPLOYEE, IS FAMILIAR WITH
THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
Gehl Company always takes the operator and his safety
into consideration when designing farm machinery and
guards exposed moving parts for his protection;
however, some areas cannot be guarded or shielded in
order to assure proper operation . In addition, the
operator's manual and decals on the machine itself warn
you of further danger and should be read and observed
closely.
Thi"afoty alec! ,ymbol A mea", A TTENTI ON!
BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED! It stresses an attitude of "HEADS UP"
for safety and can be found throughout this operator's
manual and on the unit itself.
Remember: The careful operator is the best operator.
Most accidents are caused by human error. Certain
precautions must be observed
to preventthe possibility of
injury or damage.
Please read the rules listed below for safe operation
BEFORE you operate this equipment.
ALWAYS sit in the Seat and fasten your Seat Belt
BEFORE starting the Loader Engine!
Read and observe ALL Warnings BEFORE oper-
ating this machine!
Know how to STOP the Loader BEFORE starting it!
Keep ALL Guards, Shields and Decals in place and
properly secured!
Rest the Attachment (Bucket) on the ground when
Loader is NOT
In use!
ALWAYS use
Lift Cylinder Lock when Load Arms
are raised for servicing the Loader and remove
Ignition Key!
When operating on inclines or ramps, ALWAYS
travel with the heavier end
of the Loader in the
same direction
as the top of the incline!
Travel slowly over rough terrain and
NEVER make
abrupt stops, quick starts
or sharp turns with the
Load Arms raised.
ALWAYS carry the load low, especially on sidehills,
inclines and/orwhen approaching
an excavation!
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Carefully inspect Hydraulic Hoses and connections
on a regular routine basis; escaping fluid
under
pressure can cause serious injury!
ALWAYS wear a hard hat when operating the Skid
Steer Loader!
Refuel in a safe place away from open flames and
potential sparks, NEVER refuel the Loader when
the engine is hot! NEVER refuel
with Loader
engine running!
The Hydrostatic Drive
of a Skid Steer Loader
operates
with Oil Flow. When the Pump is NOT
operating the Loader can move, especially if
stopped on an incline. ALWAYS PARK Loader on
level
ground with the point of the Attachment in
contact withthe ground or pa rk acrosstheincline!
DO
NOT attempt to clean, adjust, lubricate or
service the Loader when any part is moving!
DO
NOT mount or dismount the Loader with the
engine running!
DO
NOT allow minors to operate or be near the
Loader unless
properly supervised; Skid Steer
Loaders are singleSeat NO passenger machines!
DO
NOT operate the Loader in a closed or confined
area; if necessary, adequate ventillation MUST be
provided!
DO
NOT leavethe Loader with the LoadArms raised
unless the
Lift Cylinder Lock is positively
engaged!
DO
NOT push the LiftITiit T -Bar all thewayforward
(Into "Float" position) with the Bucket or Fork
loaded and raised
as this will causetheLoad Arms
to drop!
DO
NOT extend your feet beyond the front edge of
the Operator's Platform!
DO
NOT drive too close to an excavation or ditch!
BE SURE surrounding
ground has adequate
strength to
support weight of theLoaderand load!
DO NOT "HOT ROD" when starting, stopping,
turning or reversing Loader directions!
DO
NOT exceed Loader rated operating capacity!
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Gehl Company, in compliance with the Farm and Industrial Equipment Institute and the American Society of
Agricultural Engineers, has adopted
as a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. When you see this symbol, in this manual or on the unit itself, you are reminded to
BE ALERT! Your Safety is involved.
CONTROLS & SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Whenever and wherever possible and without affecting
machine operation, Guards and Shields have been used
on this equipment to protect potentially hazardous areas.
In many places, Decals are also provided to warn
of
potential dangers as well as to display special operating
procedures.
A
WARNING: Read and observe ALL
warning.
son the unit BEFORE operating it.
DO
NOT operate this equipment unless ALL
factory installed Guards and Shields are properly
secured
in place.
T-BARS (Fig. 1)
AWARNING:
BE SURE to Fasten and Adjust
Seat Belts,
to disengage the Hydrostatic
Pump Drive Belt Idler and to return both
T-
bar Controls to their "Neutral" positions, BEFORE
starting the Loader engine.
Traction
T~Bar
Fig. 1
NOTE: When seated
on the Loader Seat, the
• Traction T-bar
is the "left-hand" control and
the Lift/Tilt T-bar
is the "right-hand" control.
Traction T-bar
The Traction T-bar controls forward and reverse motion
and turning the Skid Steer Loader. With the Hydrostatic
Pump Drive Belt Idler engaged, a right turn in carried-
out by twisting the Traction T-bar clockwise. A left turn
is carried-out by twisting the Traction T-bar counter-
clockwise.
By design and for most efficient use of Loader
power, turns in either direction should only be carried-
out with the Traction T -bar in the "Neutral" position.
The "Neutral" position of the Traction T-bar and T-bar
movements for turning, forward travel and reverse travel
are displayed on the
"Operation" Decal on top of the
Operator's Console.
Lift/Tilt T-bar
The Lift/Tilt T-bar controls raising and lowering the
Load Arms
and rolling the Bucket or Fork forward or
back. Pushing the Lift/Tilt T-bar straight forward from
the
"N eutral" position lowers the Load Arms. Pullingthe
T-bar straight back raises the Load Arms. Twistingthe T-
bar clockwise extends the Tilt Cylinders to roll the
Bucket or
Fork forward. Twisting the T-bar
counterclockwise retracts the Tilt Cylinders to roll the
Bucket or
Fork back.
NOTE: The Lift/Tilt T-bar
on Loader models
• equipped with 3-Spool Control Valves and
Auxiliary Hydraulics connections
is also equipped
with a Float
pOSition which is reached by pushing
the T-bar
all the way forward. Refer to the General
Information topic
in the Operation section of this
manual for further explanation.
A WARNING: On 3-Spool Control Valve
Loader models, NEVER
push the Lift/Tilt T-
bar fully forward into the "Float" position
when the Load Arms are raised.
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LIFT CYLINDER LOCK (Figs. 2 & 3) SEAT BELT (Fig. 4)
A WARNING: When it becomes necessary to
work
on the Lo ad er w ith the Load Arms
raised,
BE SURE to engage the Lift Cylinder
Lock BEFORE shutt
in g the engine off and leaving
the Operator's Compartment.
The Lift Cylinder Lock
is located on the right Lift
Cylinder. Both the "engaged"
and "storage" positions of
the Lock are shown. Secure the Lock in the "storage"
position with the Lockpin provided. Refer to
Operation
section of this manual for engage/disengage procedures.
Fig.
2: Lift Cylinder Lock "Engaged"
AWARNING BEFORE starting the Loader
engine,
BE SURE to fasten and properly
adjust the Seat Belt for a correct snug
fit.
The Seat Belt furnished on all Skid Steer Loaders is SAE
1386 and J4C Regulation approved for construction and
automotive equipment use. BE SURE to adjust both
Belts to obtain the correct length to match yourbuild and
comfort. Correct Belt adjustment is only obtained when
both ends of the Belt are completely extended, that is,
completely unwound from the Belt retractors.
A~
CARRY tOAn LOW
Fig. 4: Seat Belt (Retracted)
ROLL-OVER PROTECTION -OVERHEAD GUARD
(See Fig. 2)
The Operator's
compartment of the Skid Steer Loader is
protected by a high-strength Roll-over Frame and Cage.
A WARNING: NEVER operate the Loader with
the Overhead Guard removed. In addition,
avoid drilling into the Guard Frame
Channels when mounting
any kind of special
equipment such
as lights or mirrors.
LlFTITILT T-BAR GUARD (See Figs. 1 & 2)
A WARNING: NEVER remove the Lift/Tilt T-
"bar Guard.
A Guard is factory installed over the Lift /Tilt T- bar to
protect from accidentally moving the T-bar while dis-
mounting
the Loader as well as to block-offaccess to the
T-bar from outside the Operator's Compartment.
IGNITION/STARTER KEY (Fig. 5)
The Skid Steer
Loader is furnished with a Key-type
Ignition
and Starter Switch. Switch operation and
function is the same as on a car or truck.
Fig.
3: lift Cylinder Lock in "Storage"Position
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AWARNING: To prevent unexpected or HOURMETER (Fig. 5)
unathorized engine starting, especially
while performing service,
BE SURE to
For added convenience in proper routine maintenance
performance, an
Hourmeter is provided to automati-
remove the
Key BEFORE leaving the Operator's
Compartment. . cally record engine running time. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule in the back
of this manual for
THROTTLE (Fig. 5)
Engine RPM is varied with a hand-operatedThrottle. As
displayed
by the Decal, pushing the Throttle down
(toward the
Rabbit Symbol) increases RPM and pulling
the Throttle up (toward the Turtle Symbol) decreases
RPM.
Fig. 5
CHOKE (Fig. 5)
A hand-operated mechanical Choke is furnished for cold
engine starting assistance. Pull the Choke
out to startthe
engine
and push it in all the way after the engine has
reached running temperature.
prescribed times and service routines
to be performed.
HYDROSTATIC PUMP DRIVE B EL T ID LER (Fig. 5)
A Handle is provided to engage/disenga ge the Hydro-
static
Pump Drive Belt Idler.
A WARNING:
BE SU RE to disengage the Idler
Handle BEFORE starting the engine, after
shutting the engineoff and whenever the
Lift
Cylinder Lock is being enga ge d or di sengaged.
HYDRAULIC/HYDROSTATIC OIL LEVEL
INDICATOR (Fig. 6)
The Oil Level for the Loader Hydraulics system, serving
both the Hydrostatic Drives and Lift and Tilt Cylinders,
is visually displayed by a Level Indicator Tube on the
right side behind the Seat Backrest. A Decal
is placed
next
to the Indicator to mark the proper operating oil
level.
Fig. 6
OPERATION
AWARNING:
BEFORE starting the
Loader engine and attempting to
operate the Skid Steer Loader for the
first time, review the
WARNINGS section and
the Controls & Safety Equipmentsection ofthis
manual.
Know how to STOP the Loader
BEFORE starting it.
STOPPING THE LOADER
1. Move the Traction T -bar to the "Neutral" position.
2. LOWER THE LOAD ARMS to rest onto the
Loader Frame.
3. Place the Lift/Tilt T-bar in "Neutral" and rest the
Bucket
or Fork onto the ground.
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4. Move the Throttle to the Idle position.
5. Disengage the Hydrostatic Pump Drive Belt Idler.
6. Turn the Ignition Key to "OFF" and remove the
Key.
7. Make sure that all movement and Loader motion
has stopped, detach the Seat Belt
and climb out of
the Operator's Compartment.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Before actually starting the engine
and running the
Loader, familiarize yourself with the T
-bar operation to
orient your mind and coordinate your hand movements.
Grasp the T-bars
and move them in the appropriate
directions to simulate the various movements of the
Loader, Load Arms and Tilt Cylinders.
STARTING THE ENGINE
I. Step up onto the back of the Bucket or Fork and
clim b backwards into the Operator's
Compartment.
AWARNING: FASTEN AND PROPERLY
ADJUST the Seat Belt BEFORE proceeding.
2. Check that both T-bars are in their "Neutral"
position and check
that the Hydrostatic Pump
Drive Belt Idler is disengaged.
3. Move the Throttle to the midway point of its travel.
4. For cold engine starts, pull the Choke all the way
out.
5. Turn the Ignition Key to start the engine.
6. Make appropriate Choke readjustments and push
the Choke all the way in after the engine reaches
proper operating temperature.
7. Before attempting to engage the Hydrostatic Pump
Drive Belt Idler, roll the Bucket or Fork back
completely
and hold this Lift/Tilt T -bar position
for several seconds
to speed-up oil heat-up process.
FIRST TIME PRACTICE RUNNING
AWARNING:
BE SURE that the area being
used for test-running is clear of spectators
and obstructions. Operate the Loader with
an empty Bucket or Fork.
Smoothest and most efficient
Loader opeation is
achieved while the engine is being operated at halfto full
Throttle. After the engine
is sufficiently warmed-up,
engage the Hydrostatic
Pump Drive Belt Idler and slowly
and deliberately move the Traction T
-bar straight
forward, using a firm left-hand grip
and left-arm
extension. Attempt all forward, reverse and turning
operations before proceeding to operate the Lift/Tilt T-
bar. Leaving yourleft hand offtheTractionT-bar, slowly
and deliberately pull the
Lift/Tilt T-bar straight back,
using a firm right-hand grip
and right-arm extension.
Attempt all raise and lower operations, Bucket roll-
forward
and roll-back operations and combinations of
the two functions before proceeding to operate both T-
bars at the same time.
Skill
in Skid Steer Loader operation is only obtained
through proper coordination
of the Loader's forward
and reverse travel with raising and lowering the
Load
Arms and with rolling the Bucket or Fork forward or
back. To gain proficiency, practice all T-bar operations
until they happen naturally and without mistake
or
hesitation.
AWARNING: Operation
of the Skid Steer
Loader at full Throttle should only
be
attempted after complete familiarity with all
T-bar operations
is known. ALWAYS exercise
caution and good judgement while running this
equipment.
NOTE: To prolong Loader component life,
• avoid "jackrabbit" starts,
stops and forceful T-
bar movements.
LIFT CYLINDER LOCK (Figs. 7 &
8)
AWARNING: When
it becomes neccessary to
work
on the Loader with the Load Arms
raised,
BE SURE to engage the Lift Cylinder
Lock BEFORE shutting the engine off and leaving
the Operator's Compartment.
BE SURE also to
remove the Ignition Key.
Fig. 7: Lift Cylinder Lock "Engaged"
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Fig. 8: Cylinder Lock in "Storage" Position
Engaging Lock
Before proceeding
to engage the Lift Cylinder Lock and
to prevent Loader movement, first disengage the Hydro-
static
Pump Drive Belt Idler.
1. Remove the Lockpin from the Cylinder Lock.
2. Raise the Load Arms far enough to allow the Lock
to
drop down around the Cylinder Rod.
3. Lower the Load Arms slightly until the Lockfirmly
rests against the Cylinder.
NOTE: DO
NOT drop the Load Arms onto the
• Lock NOR continue
to lower the Load Arms
after the Lock contacts the Cylinder to avoid
damaging the Lock
or the Cylinder.
Disengaging the Cylinder Lock
A WARNING:
BE SURE to disengage the
Hydrostatic Pump Drive Belt Idler BEFORE
proceeding.
Two methods canbe followed
to disengage and secure the
Lock back into its "storage" position.
The recommended
method
is to have a second person disengage the Lock
while the Loader Operator raises the
Load Arms. Then,
after the Lock
is released, the second person also locks it
back into "storage".
An alternative method ofdisengagingthe Lock
is to do so
as follows:
1. Raise the Load Arms slightly away from contact
with the Lift Cylinder Lock.
2. Using the left hand, reach around the top right
corner
of the Overhead Guard and lift and hold the
Lock up so
that the Cylinder can be retracted and
the Lock can be cleared by the Cylinder when the
Load Arms are lowered.
3. After the Lock is cleared completely, release the
Lock with the left hand and continue to lower the
Load Arms down until they contact the Loader
Frame. With the
Load Arms down, shut the engine
off and secure the Lockpin to place the Lift
Cylinder Lock back into the "storage" position.
GENERAL INFORMATION
A WARNING: Fasten and properly adjust the
Seat Belt BEFORE starting the Loader
engine. Know
how to stop the Loader
BEFORE starting
it.
If the Loader engine kills while the Lift/Tilt T -bar is
being operated to raise the Load Arms, the Load Arms
will stop rising
and hold at the level already reached.
Lower the Load Arms
and return the T -bar to "N eutral"
before attempting to restart the engine.
If the Loader
engine kills while the Lift/Tilt T-bar is being operated to
lower the Load Arms, the Arms will continue
to lower
until they rest against the Frame. Return the T
-bar to
"N eutral" before attempting to restart the engine.
Braking -Stopping Loader Motion
The Hydrostatic Drive Pumps
of the Skid Steer Loader
control braking and stopping Loader forward
and
reverse movement. When the Traction T -bar is moved to
the straight "Neutral" position, all movement
of the
Wheels
is stopped. By all means, BE SURE to move the
Traction T-bar gradually
and deliberately to slow-down
and stop the Wheels.
Load
Arm FLoat & auxiliary Hydraulics "Detent"
Positions
HL360 Skid Steer Loaders are available in 2-Spool
and
3-Spool Control Valve models. Models with 3-Spool
Control Valves are factory equipped with Auxiliary
Hydraulic connections
and feature a Load Arm Float,
"detent", on the Lift/Tilt T
-bar as well as a "detent"
position for the Auxiliary Hydraulics connections.
The
"Float" position for the Lift/Tilt T-bar is reached by
pushing the
T-bar all the way forward. This T-bar
position causes oil flow to effectively bypass the Lift
Cylinders thus allowing the
Load Arms to "float" while
following the ground contour.
AWARNING: NEVER push the LiftlTIIt T-bar,
on a unit equipped with 3-Spool Control
Valve (characterized
by Foot Pedals and
Auxiliary Hydraulics connections), all the way
forward into the "Float" position when the Load
Arms are raised.
The "detent" position for the Auxiliary Hydraulics
connections
is reached by pushing the "toe" end of the
Foot Pedal all the way down. The Auxiliary Hydraulics
"detent" position enables operations
of special
accessories, from outside the Operator's Compartment.
14

NOTE: HL360
Skid Steer Loader models with
•
2-Spool Control Valves do NOT havea Lift/Tilt
T -bar Float Position NOR Auxiliary Hydraulics
connections.
Digging & Loading (Figs. 9, 10, 11 & 12)
To dig with and load the Bucket, first lower the Load
Arms down in contact with the Loader
Frame and roll
the Bucket Cutting Edge down in contact with the
ground. Move the Loader into the material and,
as the
engine
RPM loads-down, roll the Bucket back slowly
and,
at the sametime, gradually pull back on theTraction
T
-bar to decrease travel speed while still maintaining
Wheel torque.
NOTE: Loader working ability is increased
•
when travel speed is decreased. For optimum
working ability through maximum Wheel torque,
move the
Traction T-bar only a slight amount
forward, from its "Neutral" position, while filling a
Bucket.
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In most hard-packed materials, to fill the Bucket it is also
necessary
to raise the Load Arms while rolling the Bucket
back. Avoid driving onto the material if
at all possible.
With the Bucket filled, back the Loader away from the
material
and rest the Load Arms down onto the Frame
before proceeding to the dumping area.
A
WARNING: ALWAYS carry a loaded Bucket
or Fork LOW with the Load Arms resting on
the Loader Frame. When operating on an
incline or ramp, ALWAYS travel with theheavier end
(loaded Bucket end) toward the top of the incline.
15

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Dumping the Bucket or Fork
Onto a Pile
Carry the loaded Bucket or Fork low until reaching the
pile. Then, stop forward motion and raise
the Load Arms
high enough so
that the Bucket or Fork clears the top of
the pile. Then , slowly move the Loader ahead to position
the Bucket
or Fork to spill the material on top ofthe pile.
Empty the Bucket
or Fork and back the Loader away
while lowering the Load Arms
and rolling the Bucket or
Fork back.
Into a Box
Carry the loaded Bucket or Fork low and approach the
truck, trailer or spreader box squarely with the sideofthe
box. Then , stop forward motion well away from the side
of the box to raise the Load Arms and clear the side of the
box. Slowly move the
Loader ahead to position the
Bucket or Fork over the inside of the box. After the
material
is dumped, back away from the box and lower
the
Load Arms while rolling the Bucket or Fork back.
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NOTE: A Bucket can be conveniently used to
• spread the pile inside the box
by positioning
the Bucket Cutting Edge against the nearside of the
pile and rolling the Bucket backwhileslowly driving
forward and pushing the top of the pile forward.
Over a Solid Embankment
AWARNING: DO
NOT drive too close to an
excavation or ditch!
BE SURE surrounding
ground has adequate strength
to support
weight of the Loader and load!
Carry the loaded Bucket or Fork low while traveling
toward
the dumpingarea. Stop the Loader at the position
where
the Bucket or Fork extends half-way over the edge
of the embankment. Then , roll the Bucket or Fork
forward and raise the Load Arms to dump the material.
After
the material is dumped, back away from the
emb ankment while lowedn g tbe Load Arms and rolling
the Bucket
or Fork back
16

Scraping with a Bucket (Figs. 13 &14)
Both HL360 Skid Steer Loader models, units with either
2-Spool
or 3-Spool Control Valves, can be used for
scraping with a Bucket attached
to the Load Arms. For
scraping, the Loader should be operated in the forward
direction. First position the
Load Arms at the
appropriate level which allows the Bucket
to be tipped to
place the Bucket Cutting Edge
at a slight angle to the
surface being scraped. While traveling forward with the
Bucket in this position, material can flow over the
Cutting Edge
and collect inside the Bucket.
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Leveling with a Bucket (Fig. 15)
NOT . E: Levelin~ with a Bucket attached to the
• Load Arms
is best accomplished with a Loader
equipped with the Float "detent" feature, that is, an
HL360 with 3-Spool Control Valve and Auxiliary
Hydraulics.
First drive the Loader to the outer edge of the area to be
levelled. Then, with the Load Arms down against the
Frame, push the Lift/Tilt T-bar into the Float position
and roll the Bucket forward to place the Bucket Cutting
Edge
at a 30 to 45 ° angle to the surface to be levelled.
Proceed to level the area
by driving the Loader
backward.
17

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Bucket and Fork Mounting (Figs. 16 & 17)
HL360 Buckets and Forks are designed for quick and
convenient attachment and detachment.
To attach a
Bucket or Fork, approach
it from the rear with the Load
Arms resting against the Frame and the Tilt Cylinders
partially extended. Drive the Loader against the back of
the Bucket or
Fork head-on and squarely so that the
Attachment Plate in front
of the Load Arms slides under
the Attachment Lip on the back
of the Bucket. With the
Lip positively engaged, retract the Tilt Cylinders
completely. Then, shut off the Loader engine, leave the
Operator's Compartment and jnstall the Attachment
Pins and Lockpins in the position and direction shown.
To detach the Bucket or Fork, reverse the process.
A WARNING: ALWAYS install or remove the
Attachment
Pins and Lockpins with the
engine shut OFF and the Load Arm
LOWERED completely.
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Auxiliary Hydraulics (Fig. 18)
HL360 Loader models with 3-Spool Control Valve and
Auxiliary Hydraulics connections have a
Foot Pedal
control mechanism to operatea secondary device, such
as
a Grapple Attachment. Pushing the Pedals with the toe
closes the Grapple. Pushing the Pedals with the heel
opens the Grapple. Both Pedals are welded onto a
common Shaft.
NOTE: Pushing the Pedals
all the way down
• with the toe engages the "detent" position
enabling continuous
oil flow.
Fig. 18
18

ADJ U STME NTS
Simplicity of HL360 design and functions makes for a A WARNING: The above procedure
for raising
minimum
amount of readjustment required to maintain the Loader should only
be used for ju st that.
proper Loader operation. DO
NOT leave the Operator's Compartment
NOTE:
If the Loader is operated on a "day-to-
• day" basis and since
NO gasoline gauge is
provided, it is advisable to refuel before starting the
day.
AWARNING: Refuel
in a safe place away from
open flames and potential sparks. NEVER
refuel the Loaderwhile the engine
is running
or when it
is HOT.
ENGINE
All information related to engine adjustments and
operating settings
is detailed in the separate Engine
Manual furnished with the Loader.
HYDROSTATIC PUMP DRIVE BELT (Fig. 19)
After break-in and through the course of normal
operation, the Hydrostatic
Pumps Drive Belt will wear
and stretch.
NOTE: After the first 10 hours of operation and
• at regular 10 hour intervals thereafter, check
and adjust Drive Belt tension
as necessary. If
excessive Belt wear is noted, BE SU RE to realign the
Sheaves using details provided
in the Sheave
Alignment topic
in the Service section of this
manual. If Belt tension
is too tight, the Pumps will
NOT disengage. If tension is too loose, the Belt will
slip and wear faster. Improper Belt tension likewise
causes excessive wear and early failure.
AWARNING: Attempt Belt tension readjust-
ment ONLY after the correct Traction T-bar
"Neutral" position
is established. To safely
adjust Belt tension, the Loader Wheels
MUST NOT
rotate. Refer to Service section for "Neutral"
adjustment.
To readjust the Pump Drive Belt tension, first carefully
and properly block the Loader up so
that all four Tires
are
NOT touching the ground.
Raising the Loader can be conveniently accomplished by
first placing two equal height (approximately
5-1 / 2" tall)
solid blocks
of wood (at least 2feet long) parallel with the
rear Wheels and under the rear corners
of the Loader
Frame . Then, with the Hydrostatic Pump Drive Belt
Idler disengaged
and the Load Arms down against the
Loader Fr ame, extend the Tilt Cylinders to roll the
Bucket and pick the Loader off the ground; stop when all
four Tires are off the ground.
with the engine running and the Loader
in this
position. Shut the engine off and carefully leave the
Loader to block it up BEFORE attempting
to restart
the engine or to perform any adjustment or service
routines. DO
NOT rely on the Loader Hydraulics to
maintain this position without additional blocking
or supporting.
With the Loader Tires offthe ground, shut the engine off
and remove the Ignition Key. Next, remove the Seat
assembly for access to the Drive Belt. Then, loosen (but
do
NOT remove) the (4) bolts which secure the Idler and
Pump Mounting Plate to the Frame . Then, pry the Plate
up as far as possible and snugthe
(4) bolts enoughto hold
the Plate in this positions.
Fig. 19
Then, making sure that the Traction T-bar is in the
"Neutral" position
and with the Pump Idler disengaged,
start the Loader engine and note
that the Pump Sheaves
are turning. Next, using a rubber malet
or lead hammer,
tap the corners
of the Plate down slightly and in equal
amounts until the
Pump Sheaves stop turning. Then,
shut the engine off and remove the Ignition Key and
proceed to tightly secure the (4) bolts to fix the Idler and
Pump Mounting Plate position.
19

LUBRICATION
AWARNING: NEVER attempt to lubricate the NOTE: Replace the Hydrostatic/Hydraulic Oil
•
Skid Steer Loader with the engine running. and Filter after the first 10 hours of operation
Remove the Ignition Key to prevent
unauthorized or unexpected starting.
NOTE: Log the dateof Lubrication in the Main-
• tenance Schedule.
GENERAL INFORMATION
NOTE: Properly lubricate the entire Loader
• and replace engine
011 afterthe first 25 hours of
operation. Repeat lubrication and
011 replacement at
regular 50 hour intervals thereafter. Under more
strenuous operation and/or
in extremely cold
weather conditions or dusty conditions, change oil
and lubricate the Loader more often
as necessary.
It is well to remember that a sufficient amount of oil and
grease will prevent excessive component wear and early
failure.
ENGINE OIL
Refer to Engine Manual provided for engine oil
requirements and type recommendations.
On a daily
basi
s, check the Oil Dipstick for level indication and
replenish
as necessary.
HYDRAULIC & HYDROSTATIC OIL
The Hydraulic and Hydrostatic systems share the same
fluid and Reservoir. Reservoir capacity
is 5 V.S. gallons
(19 liters). Maintain the oil level
at approximately 2"
from the top
of the Reservoir; do NOT overfill as this will
force oil out the Vent Cap.
KEY TO LUBRICATION
(Grease each Fitting every 50 hours)
1. Left Tilt Cylinder Pivots (Two Places)
2. Attachment Plate Pivots (Two Places)
3. Left Lift Cylinder Pivots (Two Places)
4. Left Load Arm Pivot
5. Right Load Arm Pivot
6. Right Lift Cylinder Pivots (Two Places)
7. Right Tilt Cylinder Pivots (Two Places)
8. Hydrostatic Pump Idler Arm Pivot
and at regular 100 hour intervals thereafter.
Check the Reservoir level on a routine basis every 10
hours of operation; add oil as required. An Oil Level
Indicator
is provided for continuous visual level
monitoring. Add to or replace Hydraulic/Hydrostatic
Oil with Rando brand HD-AZ Hydraulic Fluid (if avail-
able) or otherwise use Type F Automatic Transmission
Fluid.
DRIVE CHAINS
HL360 Drive Chains run continuouslyin oil. The oil level
should be checked after every
50 hours ofoperation and
maintained at a level of approximately I" deep. Remove
the Plug in the floor
of the Operator's Compartment for
checking and adding oil. V
se the engine Dipstickto check
the oil level. Replace the Drive Chain oil every
500 hours
ofoperation. Remove the Plug in the front
of the Loader
to drain the oil. Add to
or replace Chain Case oil with
lOW 40 oil or equivalent.
OILING
Apply 10 to 15 drops of oil tothe T-barSwivel Ball] oints
(at the bases
of the T-bars) and 2 or 3 drops of oil to the
Linkage
Ball] oints every 100 hours of operation.
GREASE FITTINGS
All Grease Fittings are of a standard style commonly
found on farm implements and automotive equipment.
5
6
6 7
20