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©2012 Alamo Group Inc.
Published 10/12 Part No. 00785503C
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
®
1502 E. Walnut
Seguin, Texas 78155
830-372-3551
E-mail: part[email protected]
This Operator's Manual is an
integral part of the safe operation of
this machine and must be
maintained with the unit at all times.
READ,
UNDERSTAND, and
FOLLOW the Safety and Operation
Instructions contained in this
manual before operating the
equipment. C01-Cover_A
Important Operating
and Safety Instructions
are found in the Mower
Safety Video that can
be instantly accessed
on the internet at:
www.algqr.com/ave
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RX60/72/84
ROTARY MOWER
RX60/72/84
In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Industrial, in cooperation with
other industry manufacturers has developed the AEM/FEMA Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety Practices
video and guide book.
The video will familiarize and instruct mower-tractor operators in safe practices when using industrial and
agricultural mowing equipment. It is important that Every Mower Operator
be educated in the operation of their
mowing equipment and be able to recognize the potential hazards that can occur while operating a mower. This
video, along with the mower operator’s manual and the warning messages on the mower, will significantly assist in
this important education.
Your Authorized Alamo Industrial Dealer may have shown this video and presented you a DVD Video when you
purchased your mower. If you or any mower operator have not seen this video, Watch the Video, Read this
Operator’s Manual, and Complete the Video Guidebook before operating your new mower. If you do not
understand any of the instructions included in the video or operator’s manual or if you have any questions
concerning safety of operation, contact your supervisor, dealer or Alamo Industrial.
If you would like a VHS video tape of the video, please e-mail AEMVideo@alamo-group.com or Fax AEM VHS
Video at (830) 372-9529 or mail in a completed copy of the form on the back of this page to AEM VHS Video 1502
E Walnut Street, Seguin, TX 78155. and request the VHS video version. Please include your name, mailing
address, mower model and serial number.
Every operator should be trained for each piece of equipment (Tractor and Mower), Understand the intended use,
and the potential hazards before operating the equipment.
The information and material listed above along with this Operator’s Manual can assist you in meeting the OSHA
requirement for Operator annual training.
OSHA TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
The following training requirements have been taken from Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations Part
1928.57 (a)(6). www.osha.gov
Operator Instructions. At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter, the employer shall instruct
every employee who operates an agricultural tractor or implement in the safe operating practices and servicing of
equipment with which they are or will be involved, and of any other practices dictated by the work environment.
Alamo Industrial Division is willing to provide
one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices Video
Please Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video
DVD Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video
Mower Operators Manual
AEM Mower Operators Safety Manual
Requester Name:_______________________________Phone:___________________________________
Requester Address:_________________________________________
City:_______________________________________
State:______________________________________
Zip Code:___________________________________
Mower Model:____________________________Serial Number:____________________________
Date Purchased:___________________________Dealer Salesperson:_________________________
Dealership Name:_________________________Dealership Location:________________________
Mail to:
AEM Video Services
1502 E. Walnut Street
Seguin, TX 78155
Or Fax to:
(830) 372-9529
Or E-mail to:
To the Owner/Operator/Dealer
This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the
implement at all times. A Manual canister is provided on the implement where this manual can be properly stored.
If you lose or damage this manual a free replacement manual can be obtained from an authorized Alamo Industrial
dealer or by down loading the manual from the Alamo Industrial website www.www.alamo-industrial.com
BEFORE YOU START! READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the information provided in this manual, the AEM
Mower Safety manual and the tractor operator's manual carefully to learn how to operate and service your machine
properly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury to you and bystanders. All implements with moving parts
are potentially hazardous. Every effort has been made to ensure that the machine is safe but operators must avoid
engaging in unsafe practices and follow the written instructions provided. The manufacturer has designed this
implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents.
SAFETY FIRST. Completely read and understand the safety section of this manual before operating this
equipment. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment who has not fully read and understood this manual.
Contact your Dealer to explain any instructions that you do not fully understand.
The care you give your Alamo Industrial Implement will greatly determine your satisfaction with its performance and
its service life. Carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual to provide you with a thorough
understanding of your new implement and its intended use and service requirements.
All references made in this manual to right, left, front, rear, top or bottom are as viewed facing the direction of
forward travel with the implement properly attached to the tractor.
Replacement Parts information is located in a separate Parts Manual. Alamo Industrial mowers use balanced and
matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain
components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Alamo Industrial specifications. Non-genuine “will
fit” parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce mower performance,
void warranties, and present a safety hazard. Use genuine Alamo Industrial mower parts for economy and safety.
For future reference, record your Alamo Industrial product model number and serial number.
Dealer Telephone Model Number
Owner Purchase Date: Serial Number
DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery/ Operation Instructions
Dealer should inform the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are
applicable. Dealer should inform Purchaser to review the contents of the Operator’s Manual including safety
equipment, safe operation and maintenance, to review the Safety Signs on the implement (and tractor if possible)
and of Purchaser’s responsibility to train his/her operators of safe operation procedures.
IMPLEMENTS: I have explained that Deflectors, Chain Guards, or Solid Skirts must be installed and
maintained in good repair.
DRIVELINES: I have made certain that all driveline, gearbox, and other shields are in good repair and
fastened securely in place to prevent injuries from entanglement or thrown objects.
HYDRAULIC MACHINES: I have explained the necessity of using clean hydraulic oil, changing filters as
instructed, stopping leaks, damage caused by operating with over-heated oil, caring for hoses, using hoses of
proper rating, maintaining the specified operating pressure and the potential hazard of oils penetrating the
skin.
FOLDING-TYPE IMPLEMENTS: I have explained that it is not possible to guard against thrown objects when
the head is lifted off ground and that operator is responsible to watch out for persons in the area. I have
explained that the lifted mower head or boom can contact overhead obstructions with damage to cables and
telephone lines and possible injury. I have explained that the extended head or boom or retracted boom can
contact power lines resulting in electrocution, injury or death and that operator is responsible for keeping clear
of such hazards.
PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE
CHECK AND ADJUST OR LUBRICATE AS REQUIRED
See Operator’s Manual for Details
Inspection Performed - Warranty and Safety Procedures Explained - Installation Complete
LUBRICATION & HYDRAULICS
Gearbox (Oil Levels)
Hydraulic Oil Level (External Tank)
Tractor Hydraulic Oil Level
Hydraulic Hoses (Not Kinked Tighten Connections)
Front Pump Drive (Assembly Is Tight And Shaft Properly
Aligned)
MOWER
Spindle And Motor Bolts Properly Torqued
Spindle Oil Level
Blade Carrier Bolts Properly Torqued/Retaining Pin In
Place
Mower Cutting Height And Level Adjusted
Cutting Shaft Bearings Lubricated
All Hardware Properly Torqued
Tire and Air Pressure/Lug Nuts (Correct Torque)
Wheel Bearings (Check, Grease, and Preload)
ATTACHMENTS & INSTALLATION
Deflectors Front And Rear
Shredding Attachments
Correct Blade Rotation Direction
Axle Arms And Beams
Tongue And Control Rods (Installed And Adjusted)
All Bolts - Pins And Nuts (Proper Torque)
MOWER TO TRACTOR CONNECTIONS
Draw Bar Length (Check And Set)
A-Frame Pivot & Links
Control Rods (Adjusted Equal)
Axle Height (Adjusted)
Cutting Height (Adjust)
Mount Kit-Pre-Operation Check Complete
Mower Wing (Adjust Level With The Center)
Mower Wing (Check For Proper Raising Operation)
C.V. Drivelines (Check Max Turn Radius)
Pull Type Hitch (Height Adjustment)
Mounting Hardware Properly Torqued
SAFETY ITEMS
Protective Shields (Operation And Installation)
Driveline Clutch (Torque Limiter) (Adjust And Run In)
Safety Decals (Installed)
Operator’s Manual (Supplied)
Tractor PTO Shield (Installed)
S.M.V. Emblem (Installed If Needed)
Tongue Jack (Installation and Operation)
Safety Tow Chain (Installed)
ADMA Driveline Safety Manual Supplied
AEM Mower Safety Manual (Supplied in Canister)
AEM Mower Safety Video has been shown to Purchaser
Table of Contents
SAFETY SECTION ............................................................................................................. 1-1
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES ................................................................................ 1-2
OPERATOR SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................... 1-3
CONNECTION OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY ....................................................................... 1-4
CRUSHING HAZARDS ..................................................................................................................................... 1-5
THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS ...................................................................................................................... 1-6
THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS (CONTINUED) .............................................................................................1-7
RUN OVER HAZARDS ..................................................................................................................................... 1-8
PTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS .................................................................................................................. 1-9
MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS ........................................................................................................ 1-10
HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARDS ....................................................................................................... 1-11
ELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDS ................................................................................................................... 1-12
TRANSPORTING HAZARDS ......................................................................................................................... 1-13
HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT ..................................................................................... 1-14
Decal Location ................................................................................................................................................ 1-16
Decal Description ............................................................................................................................................ 1-18
Federal Laws and Regulations ....................................................................................................................... 1-27
INTRODUCTION SECTION ................................................................................................ 2-1
Equipment Specifications .................................................................................................................................. 2-3
KEY OPERATION POINTS .............................................................................................................................. 2-4
Operating Noise Level/Sound Pressure ............................................................................................................ 2-4
Warranty information ......................................................................................................................................... 2-4
ASSEMBLY SECTION ....................................................................................................... 3-1
DEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................... 3-2
PULL TYPE (RX84 ONLY) INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................... 3-2
SHIELD ASSEMBLY (All Models) ..................................................................................................................... 3-3
TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION (Model RX60 & RX72) ..................................................................................... 3-3
TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION - LIFT TYPE (Model RX84 Only) ................................................................... 3-4
DUAL TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION - LIFT TYPE (Model RX84 Only) ........................................................... 3-4
A-FRAME INSTALLATION (Quick Hitch) (Model RX60 & RX72) ..................................................................... 3-5
A-FRAME INSTALLATION (Model RX84) ........................................................................................................ 3-6
DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT ............................................................................................................................. 3-7
TONGUE (Pull Type) ........................................................................................................................................ 3-7
AXLE ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................................................ 3-8
HYDRAULIC OR MANUAL LIFT (Model RX84 Only) ....................................................................................... 3-8
WHEELS (Model RX84 Only) ........................................................................................................................... 3-9
Front and Rear Deflectors (Standard Equipment) ......................................................................................... 3-10
Front Deflector .............................................................................................................................................. 3-10
Rear Deflector ................................................................................................................................................. 3-10
CHAIN GUARDS (Optional Equipment - All Models) ...................................................................................... 3-11
Front Chain Guards ........................................................................................................................................ 3-11
Rear Chain Guard ........................................................................................................................................... 3-11
HYDRAULIC OR MANUAL LIFT (Model RX84 Only) .....................................................................................3-12
CHECK CHAINS (Extra Equipment) ............................................................................................................... 3-12
OFFSET ADAPTER HITCH (EXTRA EQUIPMENT) ...................................................................................... 3-13
OPERATION SECTION ...................................................................................................... 4-1
OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................ 4-3
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................... 4-4
ROPS and Seat Belt ......................................................................................................................................... 4-4
Tractor Safety Devices ...................................................................................................................................... 4-4
Tractor Horsepower .......................................................................................................................................... 4-5
3-Point Hitch ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-5
Front End Weight .............................................................................................................................................. 4-5
Drawbar-Pull Type Mower ................................................................................................................................ 4-6
Power Take Off (PTO) ...................................................................................................................................... 4-6
Tire Spacing ...................................................................................................................................................... 4-7
GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR ........................................................................................................ 4-7
Boarding the Tractor ......................................................................................................................................... 4-8
Dismounting the Tractor .................................................................................................................................... 4-8
STARTING THE TRACTOR ............................................................................................................................. 4-9
CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR .......................................................................................... 4-9
Connecting the Mower-Lift Type ..................................................................................................................... 4-10
3-Point Quick Hitch ......................................................................................................................................... 4-10
Connecting Mower - Lift Type (Quick Hitch) ................................................................................................... 4-11
Safety Tow Chain ............................................................................................................................................ 4-11
SETTING THE MOWER ................................................................................................................................. 4-12
Setting Mower Height- Lift Type - (Standard or Quick Hitch) .......................................................................... 4-12
Connecting the Mower-Pull Type .................................................................................................................... 4-14
Setting Mowing Height-Pull Type .................................................................................................................... 4-15
Setting Deck Pitch ........................................................................................................................................... 4-16
DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT ........................................................................................................................... 4-16
Driveline Length Check ................................................................................................................................... 4-17
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE .......................................................................................... 4-18
Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service ....................................................................................................... 4-19
Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service ....................................................................................................... 4-19
Cutting Component Inspection ........................................................................................................................ 4-23
Blade Bolt Inspection ...................................................................................................................................... 4-26
DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT ................................................................................................ 4-29
Starting the Tractor ......................................................................................................................................... 4-30
Brake and Differential Lock Setting ................................................................................................................. 4-30
Raising the Mower .......................................................................................................................................... 4-31
Driving the Tractor and Mower ........................................................................................................................ 4-31
Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines .............................................................................................................. 4-32
OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT .......................................................................................... 4-33
Foreign Debris Hazards .................................................................................................................................. 4-34
Bystanders/Passersby Precautions ................................................................................................................ 4-34
Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO) .............................................................................................................. 4-35
PTO RPM and Ground Speed ........................................................................................................................ 4-36
Operating the Mower ...................................................................................................................................... 4-36
Cutting Material ............................................................................................................................................... 4-37
Right of Way (Highway) Mowing ..................................................................................................................... 4-40
Shutting Down the Implement ......................................................................................................................... 4-41
DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR ............................................................................ 4-41
MOWER STORAGE ....................................................................................................................................... 4-43
TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT .................................................................................. 4-43
Transporting on Public
Roadways .................................................................................................................. 4-44
Hauling the Tractor and Implement ................................................................................................................. 4-46
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE ...................................................................................................................... 4-47
MAINTENANCE SECTION ................................................................................................. 5-1
HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT ....................................................................................... 5-2
Lubrication ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-3
GEARBOX (Model RX60 & RX84) .................................................................................................................... 5-6
GEARBOX (Model RX72) ................................................................................................................................. 5-6
DRIVELINE LUBRICATION .............................................................................................................................. 5-7
LIFT TYPE DRIVELINE & PULL JACKSHAFT SHIELDS ................................................................................ 5-8
CV TYPE DRIVELINE ....................................................................................................................................... 5-9
MAIN CV DRIVELINE SAFETY SHIELD .......................................................................................................... 5-9
BLADE SERVICING ....................................................................................................................................... 5-11
BLADE SHARPENING ................................................................................................................................... 5-12
BLADE CARRIER REMOVAL ........................................................................................................................ 5-12
BLADE CARRIER INSPECTION .................................................................................................................... 5-12
BLADE CARRIER INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................ 5-13
BLADE REMOVAL .......................................................................................................................................... 5-14
SLIP CLUTCH ................................................................................................................................................. 5-14
SEASONAL CLUTCH MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................... 5-15
STORAGE ...................................................................................................................................................... 5-16
PROPER TORQUE FOR FASTENERS ......................................................................................................... 5-16
GEARBOX SERVICING (Models RX60 & RX84) ........................................................................................... 5-18
GEARBOX DISASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................................ 5-19
RIGHT ANGLE GEARBOX (OUTBOARD) ASSEMBLY & DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES ......................... 5-20
Input Shaft Removal ....................................................................................................................................... 5-20
Output Shaft Removal ..................................................................................................................................... 5-20
Parts Inspection .............................................................................................................................................. 5-21
Output Shaft Installation .................................................................................................................................. 5-21
Input Shaft Installation .................................................................................................................................... 5-22
GEARBOX SERVICING (Model RX72) .......................................................................................................... 5-23
Top Input Shaft Preload Setting ...................................................................................................................... 5-25
Right Angle Gearbox Assembly & Disassembly Procedures ..........................................................................5-25
Assembly Procedure ....................................................................................................................................... 5-26
Safety Section 1-1
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SAFETY SECTION
SAFETY
RX60/72/84 10/12 Safety Section 1-2
© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES
A careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to
the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings,
and observing certain precautions. The first section of this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that, if
followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury or death. Read and understand these
Safety Messages before assembling, operating or servicing this Implement. This equipment should only be
operated by those persons who have read the manual, who are responsible and trained, and who know how
to do so responsibly.
The Safety Alert Symbol combined with a Signal Word, as seen below, is used throughout this
manual and on decals which are attached to the equipment. The Safety Alert Symbol means:
“ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” The Symbol and Signal Word
are intended to warn the owner/operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury
faced when operating this equipment.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH OR
VERY SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH
OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, MAY result in MINOR
INJURY.
Identifies special instructions or procedures that, if not strictly observed, could result in
damage to, or destruction of the machine, attachments or the environment.
NOTE: Identifies points of particular interest for more efficient and convenient operation or repair.
READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Serious injury or
death may occur unless care is taken to follow the warnings and instructions stated in this
Manual and in the Safety Messages on the implement. Always follow the instruction in this
manual and use good common sense to avoid hazards.
NOTE: If you want a translation of this safety section in one of the following Languages, please contact:
Translations at 1502 E. Walnut Street Seguin, TX 78155; Fax: (830) 372-9529; Safety Section Translations
are available in Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Russian.
PN GS01
Practice all usual and customary safe working precautions and above all---
remember safety is up to YOU
. Only YOU can prevent serious injury or death
from unsafe practices.
SAFETY
RX60/72/84 10/12 Safety Section 1-3
© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
OPERATOR SAFETY
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DO THE FOLLOWING:
READ, UNDERSTAND and FOLLOW Operator's Manual instructions, Warnings and Safety Messages.
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, safety shoes, hard hat, hearing protection and gloves when operating or
repairing equipment
WEAR appropriate breathing respirator when operating in dusty conditions to avoid respiratory diseases.
DO NOT WEAR loose clothing or jewelry to avoid rotating parts entanglement injury.
DO NOT USE DRUGS or ALCOHOL before or while operating equipment.
DO NOT ALLOW anyone to operate equipment under the influence of drug or alcohol.
CONSULT medical professional for medication impairment side effects.
STAY ALERT, prolonged operation can cause fatigue, STOP and REST.
GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY
VISIBILITY CONDITIONS WHEN MOWING:
OPERATE IN DAYLIGHT or with lights that gives at least 100 yards clear visibility.
BE ABLE TO SEE and identify passersby, steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power
lines, debris and foreign objects.
GROUND SPEED WHEN MOWING:
NORMAL SPEED range is between 2 to 5mph.
ADJUST MOWING SPEED for terrain conditions and grass type, density and cut height.
REDUCE MOWING SPEED when near steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power
lines and to avoid debris and foreign objects.
INSECT INFESTATION
Do Not operate in areas where bees or insects may attack unless you WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
or use enclosed tractor cab.
PTO SPEED:
DO NOT EXCEED IMPLEMENT RATED PTO SPEED
AVOID exceeding rated PTO speeds that may result in broken drivelines or blade failures.
SAFETY SIGNS:
REPLACE missing, damaged or unreadable safety signs immediately.
PN OS01
SAFETY
RX60/72/84 10/12 Safety Section 1-4
© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
CONNECTION OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM BEING CRUSHED BY TRACTOR OR
IMPLEMENT:
WHEN BACKING
tractor to implement hitch:
DO NOT ALLOW BYSTANDERS between tractor and implement
BEFORE connecting and disconnecting implement hitch:
STOP TRACTOR ENGINE, place transmission into park, engage parking brake and remove key.
WHEN
connecting and disconnecting implement hitch:
DO NOT crawl or walk under raised mower or wing.
USE tongue JACK to lift heavy implement tongues to control implement tongue movement.
AVOID overloading jack to prevent jack failure and injury.
WHEN CONNECTING IMPLEMENT DRIVELINE:
TO AVOID
implement driveline coming loose during operation:
LUBRICATE yoke spring locking collar to ensure it freely slides on PTO shaft
SECURELY seat yoke locking balls in PTO shaft groove.
PUSH and PULL DRIVELINE on both the tractor and implement PTO SHAFTS to ensure it is SECURELY
ATTACHED
TO AVOID
broken driveline during operations:
CHECK driveline for proper length between PTO shaft and implement gearbox shaft.
Drivelines too short can pull apart or disengage.
Drivelines too long can bottom out.
Bottoming driveline telescoping assembly will stop sliding and become solid.
Driveline bottoming can push through support bearings and break off PTO shaft.
CONTACT DEALER
if implement driveline does not match Tractor PTO shaft:
DO NOT USE PTO ADAPTER.
Using a PTO adapter can cause:
Excessive vibration, thrown objects, blade and implement failures by doubling operating speed.
Increased working length exposing unshielded driveline areas and entanglement hazards.
DO NOT connect the Mower to a tractor with the PTO directly connected to the Tractor transmission. PN CD02
SAFETY
RX60/72/84 10/12 Safety Section 1-5
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SAFETY
CRUSHING HAZARDS
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR, EQUIPMENT RUN OVER,
ROLLOVER AND CRUSHING BY FALLING WING OR IMPLEMENT:
USE ROPS and SEAT BELT equipped tractors for mowing operations.
KEEP ROPS lock in up position.
ALWAYS BUCKLE UP seat belt when operating tractor and equipment.
ONLY OPERATE tractor and equipment while seated in tractor seat.
WHEN RAISING OR LOWERING IMPLEMENT:
•Raise or lower ONLY WHILE SEATED in tractor seat with seat belt buckled.
•Raise or lower ONLY when implement tongue is securely attached to tractor drawbar TO AVOID implement tip over.
KEEP BYSTANDERS CLEAR of area TO AVOID crushing.
LIFTED Equipment can fall from mechanical or hydraulic failure or inadvertent Control Lever movement.
TO AVOID EQUIPMENT FALLING while working near or under lifted wings, components and
implements raised by 3-Pointed tractor hitch:
SECURELY SUPPORT or block up raised equipment and components.
BLOCK UP and securely support equipment before putting hands, feet or body under raised equipment or lifted compo-
nents.
WHEN PARKING Implement and Tractor:
LOWER implement, LOCK or BLOCK lifted parts before leaving equipment.
NEVER leave implement unattended in a raised position.
TO AVOID CHILDREN FALLING OFF OR BEING CRUSHED BY EQUIPMENT:
NEVER ALLOW children to play on or around Tractor or Implement.
WHEN UNHITCHING IMPLEMENT:
LOWER implement, LOCK or BLOCK lifted parts before leaving equipment.
USE tongue jack to control implement tongue movement.
USE tongue JACK to lift heavy implement tongues.
AVOID overloading jack to prevent jack failure and injury.
PN CH02
SAFETY
RX60/72/84 10/12 Safety Section 1-6
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SAFETY
THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS
ROTARY MOWERS CAN THROW OBJECTS 300 FEET OR MORE UNDER ADVERSE
CONDITIONS.
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS FROM THROWN OBJECTS:
KEEP bystanders 300 feet away
STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 FEET UNLESS:
All THROWN OBJECT SHIELDING including, Front and Rear Deflectors, Chains Guards, Steel Guards, Bands,
Side Skirts and Skid Shoes in place and in good condition when mowing.
Mower sections or wing are adjusted to be close and parallel to ground without exposing blades.
MOWING AREA has been inspected and foreign materials and debris have been removed.
PASSERSBY are inside enclosed vehicle.
INSPECT AREA FOR POTENTIAL THROWN OBJECTS BEFORE MOWING:
REMOVE debris, rocks, wire, cable, metal objects and other foreign material from area.
Wire, cable, rope, chains and metal objects can be thrown or swing outside deck with great velocity:
1. MARK objects that cannot removed.
2. AVOID these objects when mowing.
HIGH GRASS and WEED AREA INSPECTION:
INSPECT for and REMOVE any hidden large debris.
MOW at Intermediate height
INSPECT and remove remaining debris
MOW at final height.
MOWER THROWN OBJECT SHIELDING:
KEEP all thrown object shielding including, Front and Rear Deflectors, Chains Guards, Steel Guards, Bands, Side
Skirts and Skid Shoes in place and in good condition when mowing.
DO NOT OPERATE with any thrown object shielding missing, damaged or removed.
RIGHT OF WAY (Highway) MOWING
USE DOUBLE CHAIN GUARDS for highway, right-of-way, parks or greenbelt mowing or all other mowing where
human dwellings, vehicles, or livestock could be within 300 feet of the mower.
No shielding is 100% effective in preventing thrown objects. To Reduce Possibility of Injury:
1. MAINTAIN MOWER SHIELDING, side skirts, skid shoes, and blades in good operational condition,
2. RAISE CUTTING HEIGHT to 6 INCHES minimum,
3. INSPECT AREA thoroughly before mowing to REMOVE potential THROWN OBJECT HAZARDS,
4. NEVER ALLOW BLADES to CONTACT SOLID OBJECTS like wire, rocks, post, curbs, guardrails, or ground
while mowing.
PN TO02
SAFETY
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SAFETY
THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS (CONTINUED)
MOWER OPERATION:
DO NOT exceed mower's rated Cutting Capacity or cut non-vegetative material.
USE ENCLOSED TRACTOR CABS when two or more mowers are operating in mowing area.
ADJUST mower sections or wing close and parallel to ground without exposing blades
ADJUST cutting HEIGHT to AVOID BLADE CONTACT with solid objects like wire, rocks, posts, curbs,
guard rails and fixed obstructions.
DO NOT operate mower when mower is raised or in transport position
STOP MOWING immediately if blades strike heavy objects, fixed structures, metal guard rails and con-
crete structures:
1. BLADES CAN FAIL from impact and objects can be thrown with great velocity.
2. INSPECT and REPLACE any damaged blades.
3. CHECK blade carrier balance and REPLACE if damaged.
DO NOT mow in standing water TO AVOID possible BLADE FAILURE.
AVOID MOWING in reverse:
1. STOP PTO and back up mower.
2. LOWER mower, engage PTO and mow forward.
STOP PTO and BLADES when raising implement or the mower to transport position.
DO NOT ENGAGE PTO with mower in transport position.
STOP mowing when EXCESSIVE VIBRATION occurs:
1. STOP PTO and tractor ENGINE.
2. INSPECT mower for vibration source
3. REPLACE any damage parts and bent or damaged BLADES.
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RUN OVER HAZARDS
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR OR
EQUIPMENT RUN OVER:
USE ROPS and SEAT BELT equipped tractors for mowing operations.
KEEP ROPS locked in UP position.
ONLY start tractor while seated in tractor seat.
ALWAYS BUCKLE UP seat belt when operating tractor and equipment.
ONLY OPERATE tractor and equipment while seated in tractor seat.
NEVER ALLOW RIDERS on tractor or implement.
WHEN MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING TRACTOR:
ONLY mount or dismount when tractor and moving parts are stopped.
STOP ENGINE AND PTO, engage parking brake, lower implement, allow all moving parts to stop
and remove key before dismounting from tractor.
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PTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS
KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING DRIVELINES AND ELEMENTS TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH:
STAY AWAY
and KEEP hands, feet and body AWAY from rotating blades, drivelines and parts until all moving
elements have stopped.
STOP, LOOK and LISTEN before approaching the mower to make sure all rotating motion has stopped.
ROTATING COMPONENTS CONTINUE to ROTATE after the PTO is shut off.
PTO SHIELDING:
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ENTANGLEMENT WHEN OPERATING IMPLEMENT:
KEEP PTO shields, integral driveline shields and input shields installed
DO NOT OPERATE mower without shields and guards in place or missing
REPAIR OR REPLACE if damage, broken or missing
ALWAYS REPLACE GUARDS that have been removed for service or maintenance.
Do Not use PTO or PTO guard as a step.
TO AVOID
broken driveline during operations:
CHECK driveline for proper length between PTO shaft and implement gearbox shaft.(Refer to Instructions in
Operation Section)
Drivelines too short can pull apart or disengage.
Drivelines too long can bottom out.
Bottoming driveline telescoping assembly will stop sliding and become solid.
Driveline bottoming can push through support bearings and break off PTO shaft
AVOID sharp turns or lift mower to heights to cause driveline "knocking".
Lubricate driveshaft-telescoping components weekly.
CONTACT DEALER
if implement driveline does not match Tractor PTO shaft:
DO NOT USE PTO ADAPTER.
Using a PTO adapter can cause excessive vibration, thrown objects, blade and implement failures by
doubling operating speed. Increased working length exposing unshielded driveline areas.
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MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS
KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING BLADES TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM
BLADE CONTACT:
STAY AWAY and KEEP HANDS, FEET and BODY AWAY from rotating blades, drivelines and parts until all moving
elements have stopped.
DO NOT put hands or feet under mower decks
STOP rotating BLADES disengage PTO and wait for blade to stop rotating before raising mower deck or wings
STOP LOOK and LISTEN before approaching the mower to make sure all rotating motion has stopped.
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HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARDS
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM HIGH PRESSURE HYDRAULIC OIL LEAKS
PENERATING SKIN:
DO NOT OPERATE equipment with oil or fuel leaks.
KEEP all hydraulic hoses, lines and connections in GOOD CONDITION and TIGHT before applying system
pressure.
RELIEVE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE before disconnecting lines or working on the system.
REMOVE and replace hose if you suspect it leaks. Have dealer test it for leaks.
HIGH PRESSURE FLUID LEAKS CAN BE INVISIBLE.
WHEN CHECKING FOR HYDRAULIC LEAKS AND WORKING AROUND HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS:
ALWAYS WEAR safety glasses and impenetrable gloves.
USE paper or cardboard to search for leaks.
DO NOT USE hands or body parts to search for leak.
KEEP hands and body AWAY from pin holes and nozzles ejecting hydraulic fluid.
Hydraulic fluid may cause gangrene if not surgically removed immediately by a doctor familiar with this form of injury.
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ELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDS
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTRICAL CONTACT WHEN
WORKING AROUND ELECTRICAL POWER LINES, GAS LINES AND UTILITY LINES:
INSPECT mowing area for overhead or underground electrical power lines, obstructions, gas lines,
cables and Utility, Municipal, or other type structure.
DO NOT allow mower to contact with any Utility, Municipal, or type of structures and obstructions.
CALL 811 and 1-800-258-0808 for identify buried utility lines.
FIRE PREVENTION GUIDELINES while Operating, Servicing, and Repairing Mower and Tractor to
reduce equipment and grass fire Risk:
EQUIP Tractor with a FIRE EXTINGUISHER
DO NOT OPERATE mower on a tractor equipped with under frame exhaust
DO NOT SMOKE or have open flame near Mower or Tractor
DO NOT DRIVE into burning debris or freshly burnt area
AVOID FIRE IGNITION by not allowing mower blade to contact solid objects like metal or rock.
ADJUST SLIP CLUTCHES to avoid excessive slippage and clutch plate heating.
CLEAR any grass clippings or debris buildup around mower drivelines, slip clutches, and gearboxes.
SHUT OFF ENGINE while refueling.
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TRANSPORTING HAZARDS
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH WHEN TOWING OR TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT:
KEEP transport speed BELOW 20 mph to maintain control of equipment.
REDUCE SPEED on inclines, on turns and in poor towing conditions.
DO NOT TOW with trucks or other vehicles
USE only properly sized and equipped tractor for towing equipment.
FOLLOW all local traffic regulations.
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR TOWING OR TRANSPORTING IMPLEMENTS:
ONLY TRANSPORT with tractor with ROPS in the raised position.
USE properly sized and equipped tractor that exceeds implement weight by at least 20%
KEEP 20% of tractor weight on front wheels to maintain safe steering.
BEFORE TRANSPORTING OR TOWING IMPLEMENT:
TRACTOR INSPECTION:
CHECK steering and braking for proper operation and in good condition.
CHECK SMV sign, reflectors and warning lights for proper operation and visibility behind unit.
CHECK that your driving vision is not impaired by tractor, cab, or implement while seated in tractor seat.
ADJUST your operating position, mirrors, and implement transport for clear vision for traveling and traffic conditions.
PREPARE IMPLEMENT FOR TRANSPORTING OR TOWING:
DISENGAGE PTO
RAISE MOWER
REMOVE any cut material collected on mower deck.
TOWED MOWERS - ENGAGE TRANSPORT LOCKS AND SAFETY CHAINS:
INSTALL center axle cylinder transport stops or pins
ATTACH implement SAFETY CHAIN to tractor
DETERMINE STOPPING CHARACTERISTICS OF TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT FOR TRANSPORTING OR
TOWING:
BRAKING TESTS:
APPLY brakes at increasing speeds
Observe STOPPING distances increases with increased speeds.
DETERMINE the maximum safe transport speed that does not exceed 20 mph
DETERMINE MAXIMUM TURNING SPEED BEFORE OPERATING ON ROADS OR UNEVEN GROUND:
TEST equipment in slowly increasing speed in turns to determine it can be operated at higher speeds.
USE REDUCED turning speeds in sharp turns to avoid equipment turning over.
WHEN TOWING OR TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT:
Always WEAR SEAT BELT when operating or transporting mower.
USE low speeds to avoid overturn with raised wings.
USE low speeds and gradual steering on curves, hills, rough or uneven surfaces and on wet roads
TURN ON tractor FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS.
ALLOW cle
arance for implement swing while turning.
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HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM COMPONENT FAILURE BY KEEPING IMPLEMENT IN
GOOD OPERATING CONDITION IN PERFORMING PROPER SERVICE, REPAIRS AND
MAINTENANCE.
BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE ON THE IMPLEMENT:
SECURE EQUIPMENT FOR SERVICE
BLOCK OUT POTENTIAL ENERGY HAZARDS; Rotating Parts, Raised Components, Hydraulic Pressure.
STOP ENGINE AND PTO, engage parking brake, lower implement, allow all moving parts to stop and remove key before
dismounting from tractor.
PLACE implement on ground or securely block up raised equipment. Use large blocks on soft or wet soil.
SECURELY LATCH and LOCK raised implement wings
BLOCK UP IMPLEMENT TONGUE with large blocks and tongue jack. DO NOT crawl or work under implement supported only by
tongue jack.
PUSH and PULL Remote Hydraulic Cylinder lever to relieve hydraulic pressure.
DISCONNECT IMPLEMENT Hydraulic HOSES from tractor
DISCONNECT IMPLEMENT driveline from tractor PTO SHAFT.
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, PROTECTIVE GLOVES and follow SAFETY PROCEDURES when performing service, repairs
and maintenance on the implement:
•Always WEAR protective GLOVES when handling blades, knives, cutting edges or worn component with sharp edges.
•Always
WEAR GLOVES and SAFETY GLASSES when servicing hot components
AVOID CONTACT with hot hydraulic oil tanks, pumps, motors, valves and hose connection surfaces.
SECURELY support or BLOCK UP raised implement, framework and lifted components before working underneath equipment.
STOP any implement movements and SHUT-OFF TRACTOR engine before doing any work procedures.
USE ladder or raised stands to reach high equipment areas inaccessible from ground.
ENSURE good footing by standing on solid flat surfaces when getting on implement to perform work.
FOLLOW manufacturer's instructions in handling oils, solvents, cleansers, and other chemical agents.
DO NOT change any factory-set hydraulic calibrations to avoid component or equipment failures.
DO NOT modify or alter implement, functions or components.
DO NOT WELD or repair rotating mower components. These may cause vibrations and component failures being thrown from
mower.
PERFORM SERVICE, REPAIRS, LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE OUTLINED IN IMPLEMENT MAINTENANCE
SECTION:
INSPECT for loose fasteners, worn or broken parts, leaky or loose fittings, missing or broken cotter keys and washers on pins, and
all moving parts for wear.
REPLACE any worn or broken parts with authorized service parts.
LUBRICATE unit as specified by lubrication schedule
NEVER lubricate, adjust or remove material while it is running or in motion.
TORQUE all bolts and nuts as specified.
BLADE INSPECTION:
REPLACE bent, damage, cracked or broken blades immediately with new blades.
AVOID blade failures and thrown broken blades. DO NOT straighten, weld, or weld hard-facing blades.
SAFETY SHIELDS, GUARDS AND SAFETY DEVICES INSPECTION:
KEEP all Deflectors, Chain Guards, Steel Guards, Gearbox Shields, and PTO integral shields, Bands, Side Skirts and Skid Shoes
in place and in good condition.
REPLACE any missing, broken or worn safety shields, guards and safety devices.
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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PARTS INFORMATION
Alamo Industrial mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades,
cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and
tested to Alamo Industrial specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these
specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce mower performance, void mower warranties, and present
a safety hazard. Use genuine Alamo Industrial mower parts for economy and safety.
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Decal Location
NOTE: Alamo Industrial supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the
decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Alamo Industrial cares about the safety of its
customers, operators, and bystanders, and will replace the safety decals on this product in the field, free of
charge (Some shipping and handling charges may apply). Contact your Alamo Industrial dealer to order
replacement decals.
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ITEM PART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION
1. D821 1 DANGER Multi Hazard
2. D388 1 WARNING Driveline Hazards
3. D534 1 WARNING Replace Blades in Pair/Torque 600ft/lbs
4. D816 1 WARNING Use Genuine Alamo Industrial Parts
5. 00785564 2 LOGO Alamo Industrial
6. 00771283 1 WARRANTY 5-Year
7. 03200347 * REFLECT SMV sign
8. 00785560 2 NAME RX60
00785561 2 NAME RX72
2 NAME RX84
9. 2738332 2 REFLECT Red Reflectors
10. nfs 1 SERIAL PLATE Serial Number Plate
11. 00756004 1 DANGER Shield Missing
12. 00756005 1** DANGER Rotating Driveline (Not Shown)
13. D454 1 WARNING Crushing Hazard
14. D518 1 WARNING Jack Positioning
15. D614 2 DANGER Thrown object shield missing
16. D137 1 INSTRUCT CCW Blade Rotation
17. D590 1 INSTRUCT Lube Chart
18. D817 1 DANGER Multi-Language General Safety
19. 00785565 2 LOGO Alamo Industrial
20. D390 1 WARNING Pull Type Unit Hazards
21. 00776031 1 Canister, Operators Manual
* Furnished by Tractor Manufacturer
** Furnished by Driveline Manufacturer
Decal Sheets
Name 00781352 (SAFETY)
Name 00785504 (RX60 LOGOS)
Name 00785507 (RX72 LOGOS)
Name 00785510 (RX84 LOGOS)
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Federal Laws and Regulations
This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of federal laws and regulations concerning
employer and employee equipment operators. This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the law and
should not be considered as such.
Employer-Employee Operator Regulations
U.S. Public Law 91-596 (The Williams-Steiger Occupational and Health Act of 1970) OSHA
This Act Seeks:
“...to assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the nation safe and healthful working
conditions and to preserve our human resources...”
DUTIES
Sec. 5 (a) Each employer-
(1) shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from
recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees;
(2) shall comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under this Act.
(b) Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations and
orders issued pursuant to this Act which are applicable to his own actions and conduct.
OSHA Training Requirements
Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations Part 1928.57(a)(6). www.osha.gov
Operator instructions. At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter, the employer shall
instruct every employee who operates an agricultural tractor and implements in the safe operating practices
and servicing of equipment with which they are or will be involved, and of any other practices dictated by the
work environment.
Keep all guards in place when the machine is in operation;
Permit no riders on equipment
Stop engine, disconnect the power source, and wait for all machine movement to stop before servicing,
adjusting, cleaning or unclogging the equipment, except where the machine must be running to be properly
serviced or maintained, in which case the employer shall instruct employees as to all steps and procedures
which are necessary to safely service or maintain the equipment.
Make sure everyone is clear of machinery before starting the engine, engaging power, or operating the
machine.
Employer Responsibilities:
To ensure employee safety during Tractor and Implement operation, it is the employer’s responsibility to:
1. Train the employee in the proper and safe operation of the Tractor and Implement.
2. Require that the employee read and fully understand the Tractor and Implement Operator’s manual.
3. Permit only qualified and properly trained employees to operate the Tractor and Implement.
4. Maintain the Tractor and Implement in a safe operational condition and maintain all shields and guards on the
equipment.
5. Ensure the Tractor is equipped with a functional ROPS and seat belt and require that the employee operator
securely fasten the safety belt and operate with the ROPS in the raised position at all times.
6. Forbid the employee operator to carry additional riders on the Tractor or Implement.
7. Provide the required tools to maintain the Tractor and Implement in a good safe working condition and provide the
necessary support devices to secure the equipment safely while performing repairs and service.
8. Require that the employee operator stop operation if bystanders or passersby come within 300 feet.
Child Labor Under 16 Years of Age
Some regulations specify that no one under the age of 16 may operate power machinery. It is your responsibility to
know what these regulations are in your own area or situation. (Refer to U.S. Dept. of Labor, Employment Standard
Administration, Wage & Home Division, Child Labor Bulletin #102.)
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INTRODUCTION
We are pleased to have you as an Alamo Industrial customer. Your Rotary Cutter has been carefully designed
with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers to give maximum service with minimum down time.
This manual is provided to give you the necessary operating and maintenance instructions for keeping your
rotary cutter in top operating condition. Careful use and timely service saves extensive repairs and costly
downtime losses. Please read this manual thoroughly. Understand what each control is for and how to use it.
Alamo Industrial typically offers three types of shielding to protect the operator, passerby, livestock, and
property from thrown objects... deflectors, single chain guards, and double chainguards. Shielding should be
selected based on the intended use of the mower. Double chainguards or deflectors should be used for
highway, right-of-way, parks or greenbelt mowing or all other mowing where human dwellings, vehicles, or
livestock could be within 300 feet of the mower. Chainguards are more durable, provide a longer service life
and require less maintenance and replacement than deflectors. Single chainguards may be sufficient for
agriculture and other mower use only where passersby or property are not within 300 feet of the mower during
operation.
No shielding is 100% effective in preventing thrown objects. The possibility of injury and property damage from
this hazard can be substantially reduce by selecting proper shielding, maintaining the mower and shielding in
good operational condition, inspecting the area for foreign debris before mowing, operating the mower at a
minimum cutting height of 4", and keep unprotected persons at a minimum distance of 300 feet from the
mower at all times during operation.
Safety is of primary importance to the owner/operator and to the manufacturer. Observe all safety precautions
decaled on the machine and noted throughout the manual for safe operation of implement. If any assistance or
additional information is needed, contact your authorized Alamo Industrial dealer. The owner/operator/dealer
should know and understand the Safety Messages before assembly and be aware of the hazards of operating
this cutter during assembly, use, and maintenance. The Safety Alert Symbol combined with a Signal Word, as
seen below, is intended to warn the owner/operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury
faced when operating this machine.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH OR
VERY SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH
OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, MAY result in MINOR
INJURY.
Identifies special instructions or procedures that, if not strictly observed, could result in
damage to, or destruction of the machine, attachments or the environment.
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The Alamo Industrial RX60/72/84 Rotary Mower is designed for medium duty
applications such as weed, grass, corn stalks, and light brush to 2-1/2” diameter.
These mowers are single spindle with two free-swinging blades. Free swinging blades
reduce the shock of impact when a stationary object is hit. Additional protection is
provided by a slip clutch on the gearbox input shaft. A round blade holder allows the
mower to “ride over” stumps and similar immovable objects. These Mowers are
attached to the tractor using 3-point Cat I, Cat II or III standard or quick hitches or pull
hitches. Standard equipment includes driveline shields, clutch shields and front and
rear discharge shields.
Equipment Specifications
60 72 84 60 72 84
Cutting Width 60” 72” 84” PTO 540 PTO
540 PTO 540 PTO
Transport Width 67-1/2” 79-1/2” 89-1/2” Blade Tip Speed
Overall Width --------” ---------” ---------” Center 13,572 16,286 16,328
Overall Length 111” 123” 138-1/2” Center 1000 (PTO) --------- --------- 15,994
Cutting Height 1-1/2” Min. 1-1/2” Min. 1/1/2” Min. Gearbox
HP Required (min.) 35 Min.HP 45 Min. HP 65(lift) 30(pull) Gearbox Rating 130 HP 130HP 130HP
Cutting Capacity (max) 2-1/2” 2-1/2” 2-1/2” LImited Warranty 5 Year 5 Year 5 Year
Weight 998 lbs 1158 lbs 1540 lbs Driveline
Driveline Size CAT4 CAT4 CAT4
Limited Warranty 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year
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KEY OPERATION POINTS
Cutting performance and distribution are best when cutter is level from side to side and front to rear.
In extra heavy material, rear chains will allow better discharge and better distribution than solid rear bands.
Never operate the Mower below full PTO speed of 540 or 1000 rpm.
Corn should be cut at 5 to 6 mph. If full PTO rpm cannot be maintained, use one lower gear.
Operating Noise Level/Sound Pressure
The sound levels at the operator's ear from the attached machine (rotary cutter) are at least 10 dB(A) below the
levels from typical Agricultural tractors used to power and transport this machine. Therefore, the Noise
emission values given by the OEM of the Agricultural tractor used to power and transport this machine would
be valid when this machine is attached to and operated by that Agricultural tractor in all OEM recommended
applications.
Warranty information
In addition to the standard Limited Warranty shown on the facing page, Alamo Industrial also provides:
1. A FIVE-YEAR (60 months) LIMITED WARRANTY* on GEARBOX components provided they have been
properly maintained and have not been subjected to abuse or mis-use except as limited below.
* WARRANTY LIMITATIONS - GEARBOX
A. Warranty is ONE-YEAR (12 MONTHS) for Seals (After one year, seals are considered to be WEARING
PARTS and replacement is the users' responsibility.)
B. Users' Gearboxes may be rebuilt by Alamo Industrial or replaced by new or rebuilt Gearboxes at the option
of Alamo Industrial.
2. ONE-YEAR (12 months) LIMITED WARRANTY** on the DRIVELINE components provided they have been
properly maintained and have not been subjected to abuse or misuse.
* *WARRANTY LIMITATIONS - DRIVELINE
A. Warranty is ONE-YEAR (12 MONTHS) for DRIVELINE SHIELDS except that evidence of wear from contact
with other parts on the shield voids this warranty.
B. Shield Bearings are wearing parts and are not warrantable.
C. Slip-Clutch Disks are wearing parts and are not warrantable. Evidence of “burning up” Slip Clutch Plates
due to improper adjustment will void warranty on Slip Clutch Parts.
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ALAMO-INDUSTRIAL
LIMITED WARRANTY
1. LIMITED WARRANTIES
1.01. Alamo Industrial warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or municipal purchaser
(“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial purchaser (“Purchaser”) that the goods purchased
are free from defects in material or workmanship.
1.02. Manufacturer will replace for the Purchaser any part or parts found, upon examination at one of its factories, to be defective under
normal use and service due to defects in material or workmanship.
1.03. This limited warranty does not apply to any part of the goods which has been subjected to improper or abnormal use, negligence,
alteration, modification, or accident, damaged due to lack of maintenance or use of wrong fuel, oil, or lubricants, or which has served
its normal life. This limited warranty does not apply to any part of any internal combustion engine, or expendable items such as
blades, shields, guards, or pneumatic tires except as specifically found in your Operator’s Manual.
1.04. Except as provided herein, no employee, agent, Dealer, or other person is authorized to give any warranties of any nature on behalf of
Manufacturer.
2. REMEDIES AND PROCEDURES.
2.01. This limited warranty is not effective unless the Purchaser returns the Registration and Warranty Form to Manufacturer within 30 days
of purchase.
2.02. Purchaser claims must be made in writing to the Authorized Dealer (“Dealer”) from whom Purchaser purchased the goods or an
approved Authorized Dealer (“Dealer”) within 30 days after Purchaser learns of the facts on which the claim is based.
2.03. Purchaser is responsible for returning the goods in question to the Dealer.
2.04. If after examining the goods and/or parts in question, Manufacturer finds them to be defective under normal use and service due to
defects in material or workmanship, Manufacturer will:
(a)Repair or replace the defective goods or part(s) or
(b)Reimburse Purchaser for the cost of the part(s) and reasonable labor charges (as determined by Manufacturer) if
Purchaser paid for the repair and/or replacement prior to the final determination of applicability of the warranty by
Manufacturer.
The choice of remedy shall belong to Manufacturer.
2.05. Purchaser is responsible for any labor charges exceeding a reasonable amount as determined by Manufacturer and for returning the
goods to the Dealer, whether or not the claim is approved. Purchaser is responsible for the transportation cost for the goods or part(s)
from the Dealer to the designated factory.
3. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.
3.01. MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY EXPRESS (EXCEPT AS SET FORTH HEREIN) AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH
RESPECT TO THE GOODS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
3.02. MANUFACTURER MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE DESIGN, CAPABILITY, CAPACITY, OR SUITABILITY FOR USE OF THE
GOODS.
3.03. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, MANUFACTURER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO PURCHASER OR
ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS, OR DAMAGE CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE
CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY THE GOODS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR OPERATION OF THE GOODS OR ANY
BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. NOT WITHSTANDING THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND WARRANTIES, MANUFACTURER’S
LIABILITY HEREUNDER FOR DAMAGES INCURRED BY PURCHASER OR OTHERS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE
GOODS.
3.04. NO ACTION ARISING OUT OF ANY CLAIMED BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR TRANSACTIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY
MAY BE BROUGHT MORE THAN TWO (2) YEARS AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTION HAS OCCURRED.
4. MISCELLANEOUS.
4.01. Proper Venue for any lawsuits arising from or related to this limited warranty shall be only in Guadalupe County, Texas.
4.02. Manufacturer may waive compliance with any of the terms of this limited warranty, but no waiver of any terms shall be deemed to be a
waiver of any other term.
4.03. If any provision of this limited warranty shall violate any applicable law and is held to be unenforceable, then the invalidity of such
provision shall not invalidate any other provisions herein.
4.04. Applicable law may provide rights and benefits to purchaser in addition to those provided herein.
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ASSEMBLY SECTION
ASSEMBLY
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ASSEMBLY
DEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
The mower as received from the factory is partially assembled and requires minimum time to complete
assembly and is ready for sale.
This mower is shipped vertically with shipping brackets. These shipping brackets are intended for use in
transporting the mower from the factory to dealer.
DO NOT use these brackets to store the unit. DO NOT store mower vertically, the mower
can fall over resulting in serious injury or death. To avoid injury always store mower lying
down on flat ground.
Assembly will be easier if components are aligned and loosely assembled before tightening hardware. Refer to
bolt torque chart in Maintenance Section. All bolts are grade 5 unless otherwise specified.
PULL TYPE (RX84 ONLY) INSTRUCTIONS
The standard Pull-Type Unit will be shipped from the factory in the following bundles: 1) Basic Assembly, 2)
Jack shaft Assembly, 3) Jackshaft Bearing Support, 4) Gearbox Protective Shield, 5) PTO Driveline, 6) Tongue
Assembly, 7) Control Rod Bundle, 8) Axle Arm Bundle and Lift Lug and or Spring Assembly, 9) Wheels, 10)
Jack, 11) Operator’s Manual and Flat Blades. Other optional bundles that may be shipped with your unit:
Ratchet Lift Screw or Hydraulic Cylinder with Hydraulic Hose and Hose Bracket, Puncture-Proof tires or 14” or
15” Wheels, Chain Guards. Extra Equipment items include: Chain Guards, Solid Guards, Dual Wheels, Hitch
and Spring Assembly (Axle).
The Components of these machines are quite heavy. Block all components up securely
before working under or putting extremities under such parts.
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SHIELD ASSEMBLY (All Models)
SLIP CLUTCH SHIELD
1. To attach the Slip Clutch Shield
Guide shield bracket (2) through weldment shield
(1) so that bracket stud screw protrudes through
weldment hole and retain in place with wingnut (3).
2. Align holes of shield bracket with gearbox holes
positioned around input shaft. Retain bracket to
gearbox with three 3/8” x 3/4” bolts (6), 3/8”
washers (4), and 3/8” lockwashers (5). Posi-
tion hardware as follows: gearbox, bracket, flat-
washer, lockwasher, bolt. Tighten bolts to
recommended torque. Figure Asm-R-0091.
TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION
(Model RX60 & RX72)
Align Tail Wheel Beam Weldment (1) between pivot
brackets located behind gearbox mount on the
Mainframe Weldment. NOTE: Long side of caster
fork pivot tube is positioned up. Attach the Tail
Wheel Beam Weldment (1) to the Mainframe
Weldment with one 5/8” Bolt (4), and 5/8” nut (5).
Slide Tail Wheel Beam Weldment (1) into Gauge
Wheel Mount Weldment (3) and retain with two 1/2”
x 1-1/2” bolts (6), and locknuts (7).
1. Insert the Caster Fork Weldment (11) into the
Tail Wheel Beam (1) and retain with Flatwasher
(9) and Cotter Pin (10).
2. Tighten all bolts to the proper torque. Figure
Asm-R-0408.
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TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION - LIFT TYPE (Model RX84 Only)
1. Slide bracket (2) onto beam (1).
2. Insert bolt (28) through lugs on end of beam (1)
and lug on deck.
NOTE: Insert spacer (10)into deck lug before
inserting bolt (28). Install locknut (3).
3. Install bracket (4) to rear center of deck using
bolt (24) and retain using locknut (23).
4. Insert bolt (24) through holes in brackets (2)
and (4) which will give approximately desired
cutting height. Install locknut (23) and tighten all
bolts. Figure Asm-R-0402.
DUAL TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION - LIFT TYPE (Model RX84 Only)
1. Attach the tailwheel beam (1) to the lug toward
the outer edge of the deck just to the rear of the
cross reinforcement using bolt (2) and nut (3).
Note: Slide position bracket (4) onto beam
before installing.
2. Attach the brackets (5) to the deck using bolts
(29) and nuts (30). Insert bolt (29) through
holes in brackets (5) and (4) which will give
approximate desired cutting height. Install lock-
nut (30) and tighten all bolts.
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A-FRAME INSTALLATION (Quick Hitch) (Model RX60 & RX72)
1. Attach the A-Frame Bars (2) to the right and left Hitch Lugs (14 & 15) with two 5/8” x 2” bolts (16), 5/8”
washers (17), bushing (18) and 5/8” locknuts (19) Figure Asm-R-0342.
2. Attach the Lift Strap Bars (1) to the Mainframe with two 5/8” bolts (16), 5/8” flatwasher (17), bushing (18)
and 5/8” locknut (19) Figure Asm-R-0341.
3. Attach flex links (3) to A-Frame bars (2) with 5/8” x 3” carriage bolts (7), bushings (8), flatwasher (9) and
nut (10).
4. Insert quick hitch bushing (5) between A-Frame and insert 5/8” x 4-1/2” bolt (4) and 3/4” locknut (6).
5. Insert 5/8” x 2-3/4 bolt (11) through center holes in flex links (3) with bushing (12) through forward holes in
rear braces (1).
6. Insert bolt (13) through 2nd hole from front in rear braces (1) and secure with locknut (10).
7. Insert 5/8” x 2-3/4” bolt (11) through rear holes in flex links (3) through bushing (12) with bushing over or on
top of rear braces (1).
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A-FRAME INSTALLATION (Model RX84)
1. Attach the A-Frame Bars (2) to the right and left Hitch Lugs (14 & 15) with two 5/8” x 2” bolts (16), 5/8”
washers (17), bushing (18) and 5/8” locknuts (19).
2. Attach the Lift Strap Bars (1) to the Mainframe with two 5/8” bolts (16), 5/8” flatwasher (17), bushing (18)
and 5/8” locknut.
3. Attach flex links (3) to A-Frame bars (2) with 5/8” x 3” carriage bolts (7), bushings (8), flatwasher (9) and
nut (10).
4. Insert quick hitch bushing (5) between A-Frame and insert 5/8” x 4-1/2” bolt (4) and 3/4” locknut (6).
5. Insert 5/8” x 2-3/4 bolt (11) through center holes in flex links (3) with bushing (12) through forward holes in
rear braces (1).
6. Insert bolt (13) through 2nd hole from front in rear braces (1) and secure with locknut (10).
7. Insert 5/8” x 2-3/4” bolt (11) through rear holes in flex links (3) through bushing (12) with bushing over or on
top of rear braces (1). Figure Asm-R-0404
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DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT
Before starting assembly, make certain that all paint, dirt, and grease are removed from gearbox shaft (1). To
ease assembly apply a light coat of grease to splines and assemble. Do not assemble a driveline without a
shield. Entanglement in rotating shafts can kill. Figure Asm-R-0090
Attach slip clutch end of the driveline to the gearbox
input shaft securely. Make certain that the slip
clutch is fully onto the input shaft splines. Tighten
the locknuts (2) alternately until they have reached
the proper torque. Refer to Torque Chart in the
Maintenance Section.
TONGUE (Pull Type)
Insert tongue lugs (4) between mainframe uprights and retain using special pin (16). Insert retaining clip (17) to
retain pin. Be sure to install bushing (19) on each side to eliminate side movement. Figure Asm-R-0405
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AXLE ASSEMBLY
Attach rear axle (1) to the lugs on the rear of the mainframe using 3/4 x 3 (8) bolts, bushings (7), flatwashers
(4) and locknuts (6). Tighten all bolts. Attach level lift rod assemblies to axle (1) Figure Asm-R-0406 and
tongue (1) Figure Asm-R-0405 using clevis pin (15), flatwashers (31) and cotter pin (38). NOTE: The
adjusting nuts on control rods should be to rear of machine. Figure Asm-R-0406
HYDRAULIC OR MANUAL LIFT (Model RX84 Only)
Install the Hydraulic Cylinder or the manual Ratchet Lift Screw (Asm-0039) between the Axle Center Lug and
the Lug directly behind the Center Gearbox. Install cylinder pins provided and retain with cotter pins.
NOTE: Figure Asm-0038 shows optional spring shock installation.
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WHEELS (Model RX84 Only)
Install the Wheels on the Wheel Hubs. Note: If Laminated Tires are used, place the flat side of the Lug Nut
against the Wheel Asm-R-0127. Note direction of travel and curvature of rubber segments in tire and install as
shown in Asm-R-0127.
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Front and Rear Deflectors (Standard Equipment)
Deflectors: Front and Rear Deflectors (Standard Equipment) are recommended for the average user and will
provide protection from thrown objects with proper operation under normal conditions. Deflectors must be
maintained in good repair or replaced after no more than two inches of wear off lower edge.
Front Deflector
Attach the Front Deflector to the Mower with 1/2” x
1-1/2” bolts, flatwashers, and locknuts.
Rear Deflector
Attach Deflectors to deck using 1/2” x 1-1/4” bolts
and locknuts
Front and Rear rubber-fabric Deflectors are Standard Equipment and Front and Rear Chain
Guards are optional . One type of guard must be installed (and maintained in good repair)
except for agricultural purposes only in areas where persons, vehicles, livestock, or other
property will not be endangered by thrown objects and where such safety equipment would
prevent the mower's reasonable performance of its assigned agricultural task. Assy01-
Shielding
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CHAIN GUARDS (Optional Equipment - All Models)
CHAIN GUARDS: Front and Rear Chain Guards (Optional Equipment) are recommended for higher than
normal usage (100 hours or more per year) and will provide protection from thrown objects with careful
operation. Chain Guards must be maintained in good repair by replacing missing or worn sections or by being
replaced when seriously worn or damaged.
Front Chain Guards
Attach Bracket to deck using 1/2” x 1-1/2” bolts (1),
and washers (3).
Rear Chain Guard
Attach Chainguard to deck using 1/2” x 1-1/2” bolts
(2), flatwashers (3) and locknuts (4).
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HYDRAULIC OR MANUAL LIFT (Model RX84 Only)
Install the Hydraulic Cylinder or the manual Ratchet Lift Screw (Asm-0039) between the Axle Center Lug and
the Lug directly behind the Center Gearbox. Install cylinder pins provided and retain with cotter pins. NOTE:
Figure ASM-0038 shows optional spring shock installation.
CHECK CHAINS (Extra Equipment)
Check chains are available for attachment to front of cutter as an accessory. Check chains are used to control
cut height and especially allows cutter to always be lowered to the same preset cut height.
Drill a 11/16” hole through each lifting lug 2-1/2” below the lift pins and 5/8” from the front of the lug.
Install lower end of check chain (1) to hitch ears, through lower holes using bolts (2), washers (3) and locknuts
(4). Tighten securely.
Install chain lugs (5) on either side of tractor top link mounting using bolt or pin of required diameter and length.
Cat. I kit requires a 3/4” diameter bolt.
Cutting height is then set by placing proper chain link in keyhole slot. Cutting height is easily adjusted by
hooking chain higher or lower in the keyhole brackets.
Tractor attaches with Top Link Pin.
NOTE: For additional safety in transport, raise mower as high as possible without allowing the driveline to
contact the deck, and shorten the chains as much as possible to prevent inadvertent falling in transport.
NOTE: RX60 and RX72 units use a Cat I Kit and RX84 Units use a Cat II Kit.
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OFFSET ADAPTER HITCH (EXTRA EQUIPMENT)
1. Fasten the Offset Adapter Hitch Weldment to the lift lugs using the Hitch Pin holes. Fasten the Adjustable
Leg to the left side lug if the Mower is to offset to the left. The Mower will make a cleaner cut behind the
wheel tracks if it is offset to the left. Reverse the Assembly for right offset.
2. Install the Brace Bars. Fasten the chain end to the rear mounting hole in the Gearbox Base Plate. Adjust
the Brace Bar so the Hitch Assembly is nearly perpendicular.
3. Attach the Mower to the tractor. Install stabilizer bars or adjust sway chains to prevent side sway of the
mower.
Stabilizer Bars or Sway Chains must be installed and adjusted tightly. Without these bars or
chains, serious damage to the Driveline can occur, and broken parts could cause bodily
injury to the operator or bystanders. Stabilizer Bars or Sway Chains are available at most
tractor dealerships.
4. Raise the mower to check clearance between the Driveline and Mower Deck. Set the lift stop on the tractor
to ascertain that the Driveline does not strike the deck.
For additional safety in transport, raise mower as high as possible without having driveline
hit deck and shorten check chains as much as possible to prevent inadvertent falling in
transport.
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OPERATION SECTION
OPERATION
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OPERATION
ALAMO INDUSTRIAL RX60/72/84 ROTARY MOWER
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Alamo Industrial mowers are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers. These mowers are
designed to cut grass, weeds, small brush and other vegetative material up to 2-1/2” diameter in areas such as
pastures, industrial areas, and roadsides. The mower is equipped with protective deflectors and/or chain
guards to prevent objects being thrown from the mower by the blades, however, no shielding is 100% effective.
All shields, guards, deflectors, and chains equipped on the unit must be maintained on the mower in good
operational condition.
It is the operator’s responsibility to be knowledgeable of all potential operating hazards and to take every
reasonable precaution to ensure oneself, others, animals, and property are not injured or damaged by the
mower, tractor, or a thrown object. Do not operate the mower if passersby, pets, livestock, or property are
within 300 feet of the unit unless:
All THROWN OBJECT SHIELDING including, Front and Rear Deflectors, Chains Guards, Steel Guards,
Bands, Side Skirts and Skid Shoes in place and in good condition when mowing.
Mower sections or wing are adjusted to be close and parallel to ground without exposing blades.
MOWING AREA has been inspected and foreign materials and debris have been removed.
PASSERSBY are inside enclosed vehicle.
This section of the Operator’s Manual is designed to familiarize, instruct, and educate safe and proper mower
use to the operator. Pictures contained in this section are intended to be used as a visual aid to assist in
explaining the operation of a rotary mower. Some pictures may show shields removed for purposes of clarity.
NEVER OPERATE this implement without all shields in place and in good operational condition. The operator
must be familiar with the mower and tractor operation and all associated safety practices before operating the
mower and tractor. Proper operation of the mower, as detailed in this manual, will help ensure years of safe
and satisfactory use of the mower.
IMPORTANT: To avoid mower damage, retorque all bolts after the first 10 hours of operation. Retighten blade
carrier retaining nut on gearbox lower shaft to 600 ft. lbs.
READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Serious injury or
death may occur unless care is taken to follow the warnings and instructions stated in the
Safety Messages. Always use good common sense to avoid hazards.
(SG-2)
Si no lee ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que si lo lea para que le traduzca las
medidas de seguridad.
(SG-3)
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DO NOT use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating the
Tractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator’s
alertness and coordination and therefore affect the operator’s ability to
operate the equipment safely. Before operating the Tractor or Implement,
an operator on prescription or over-the-counter medication must consult
a medical professional regarding any side effects of the medication that
would hinder their ability to operate the Equipment safely. NEVER
knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment when their alertness or
coordination is impaired. Serious injury or death to the operator or others
could result if the operator is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
(SG-27)
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2. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power capacity to lift, pull, and operate the Power Take
Off (PTO) at the mower’s rated speed while traveling at a ground speed between 2 and 5 MPH. Operating the
mower with a tractor that does not meet the following requirements may cause tractor or mower damage and
be a potential danger to the operator and passersby.
Tractor Requirements and Capabilities
ASABE approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt.
Tractor Safety Devices ..................... Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem, lighting, PTO master shield
Tractor Horsepower:......................... RX60 Mower RX72 Mower RX84 Mower
-Minimum .................. 35 HP 45 HP Lift 60 HP, Pull 30 HP
-Maximum.................. 90 HP 100 HP 100 HP
Hitch -Lift Type Mower:
- Lifting Capacity ........ 1000 lbs. 1200 lbs. 1300 lbs.
- 3-Point Hitch............ CAT I or CAT ll CAT l or CAT ll CAT II or CAT III
Front End Weight ............................. --------As needed to maintain 20% weight on front axle--------
Power Take Off................................. 540 RPM 6-spline 540 RPM 6-Spline 540 RPM 6-Spline or
1000 RPM 21-Spline
Operate this Equipment only with a Tractor equipped with an approved roll-
over-protective system (ROPS). Always wear seat belts. Serious injury or
even death could result from falling off the tractor--particularly during a turnover
when the operator could be pinned under the ROPS.
(SG-7)
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2.3 Tractor Horsepower
The power required to operate a mower is determined by the tractor PTO horsepower. For most mowing
conditions, the RX60 mower requires a tractor with at least 35 HP, the RX72 mower requires a tractor with at
least 45 HP and the RX84 mower requires a tractor with at least 65 HP. Operating the mower with a tractor that
does not have adequate power may damage the tractor engine. Exceeding 90 HP (Model RX60) and 100 HP
(Model RX72 & RX84) may cause mower damage by overpowering the unit in heavy cutting conditions.
2.4 3-Point Hitch
The tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to lift at least
1000 lbs. (Model RX60), 1200 lbs. (Model RX72)
and 1500 lbs. (Model RX84). The Model RX84 is
designed to be mounted on a tractor with CAT II or
CAT III 3-Point or CAT III Quick Hitch.
Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for the
category of the tractor being used. If the hitch does
not conform to ASABE dimensions, the mower may
not fit or raise properly. Consult an authorized
dealer for possible modification procedures to
mount non-conforming hitches.
Depending on the hitch category, certain size pins
are used to attach the mower to the tractor. CAT I
hitches require 7/8” lower and 3/4” upper diameter
hitch pins. Quick Hitch requires 1-7/16” diameter
lower pin and 1-1/4” diameter upper pin. CAT II
hitches require 1-1/8” lower pins and 1 inch upper
pins. CAT III hitches require 1-7/16” lower pins and
1-1/4” upper pin diameters.
Our 3-Point Quick Hitch is designed to connect to a
Quick-Attach coupler making mounting and
dismounting your mower easier. The 3-Point Quick
Hitch is also designed to connect the mower to a
tractor’s 3-point linkage without the use of a Quick-
Attach Coupler.
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Do not connect the PTO driveline to the tractor or operate the implement unless the
implement is securely connected to the tractor.
DO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement driveline to a Tractor
PTO. Use of an adapter can double the operating speed of the Implement resulting in
excessive vibration, thrown objects, and blade and implement failure. Adapter use will also
change the working length of the driveline exposing unshielded driveline areas. Serious
bodily injury and/or equipment failure can result from using a PTO adapter. Consult an
authorized dealer for assistance if the Implement driveline does not match the Tractor PTO.
(S3PT-14)
Never operate the Tractor and Mower if the Implement input driveline is directly connected
to the Tractor transmission. Tractor braking distances can be substantially increased by
the momentum of the rotating Mower blades driving the Tractor transmission even though
the Tractor clutch has been disengaged. Install an over running clutch between the Tractor
PTO and the Mower driveline to prevent this potentially dangerous situation.
(S3PT-16)
Do not mount or dismount the Tractor while the tractor is moving. Mount
the Tractor only when the Tractor and all moving parts are completely
stopped.
(SG-12)
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Never allow children to operate, ride on, or come close to the Tractor or
Implement. Usually, 16-17 year-old children who are mature and
responsible can operate the implement with adult supervision, if they
have read and understand the Operator’s Manuals, been trained in
proper operation of the tractor and Implement, and are physically large
enough to reach and operate the controls easily.
(SG-11)
Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.
Falling off can result in serious injury or death.
(SG-10)
BEFORE leaving the tractor seat lower the implement, set the parking
brake and/or set the tractor transmission in parking gear, disengage the
PTO, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to
stop. Place the tractor shift lever into a low range or parking gear to
prevent the tractor from rolling. Never dismount a Tractor that is moving
or while the engine is running. Operate the Tractor controls from the
tractor seat only.
(SG-9)
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Never run the Tractor engine in a closed building or without adequate ventilation. The
exhaust fumes can be hazardous to your health.
(SG-23)
Start tractor only when properly seated in the Tractor seat. Starting a
tractor in gear can result in injury or death. Read the Tractor operators
manual for proper starting instructions.
(SG-13)
Always shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the
parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement
and Tractor hitches.
(S3PT-15)
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5.1 Connecting the Mower-Lift Type
1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with the
correct PTO shaft. Change shafts if needed.
2. Shorten or remove the tractor drawbar to avoid
interference when raising and lowering the
mower.
3. Board the tractor and start the engine. Position
the tractor to the mower with the 3-point lift
arms positioned at the same height and to the
outside of the mower hitch pins. Note: Set the
3-point lift control to “Position Control” so that
the lift arms maintain a constant height when
attaching the mower. See the tractor Operator’s
Manual for correct settings when attaching 3-
point equipment.
4. Turn off the tractor engine and dismount.
5. One lift arm at a time, align arm end hole
between the set of A-frame lift lugs. Insert hitch
pin through the lug and arm holes and insert
retaining pin into hitch pin.
6. Walk around to opposite side and repeat
procedure for remaining lift arm and hitch pin.
7. Extend or retract 3-point top link to align its end
hole with the holes of the mower’s top link.
Insert the top link hitch pin and insert retaining
pin into hitch pin.
8. Adjust any lower link check chains, guide
blocks, or sway blocks to prevent the mower
from swaying side to side and possible contact
with tractor rear tires.
NOTE: Offset Adaptor Hitches are available to position the mower to the left or right. Mowers with Offset
Adaptor hitches connect to the 3-Point hitch the same way as the mower A-frame. See Offset Adaptor Hitch in
the Assembly Section for details to equip the mower with this feature.
5.2 3-Point Quick Hitch
Our 3-Point Quick Hitch is designed to connect to a
Quick-Attach Coupler making mounting and
dismounting your mower easier. The 3-Point Quick
Hitch is also designed to connect the cutter to a
tractor’s three-point linkage without the use of a
Quick-Attach Coupler.
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5.3 Connecting Mower - Lift Type (Quick Hitch)
Crushing Hazard between Quick-Hitch and Implement. Do not allow anyone to stand
between the Quick-Hitch and implement during hook-up operations. Never operate the
hydraulic 3-point lift controls while someone is directly behind the tractor.
1. Make certain the implement’s upper and lower
hitch pins are secured.
2. Lower the tractor’s 3-point lift until the three
Quick-Hitch hooks are lower than the
implements hitch pins. Carefully back the
tractor to align the Quick-Hitch hooks under the
implement’s hitch pins.
3. Slowly raise the tractor’s 3-point lift until the
lower Quick-hitch hooks lock into place over the
implement’s 3-point hitch pins.
IMPORTANT: Make certain the implement’s top 3-
point hitch pin is captured by the Quick-Hitch top 3-
point hook. If not consult your Quick Hitch manual
for required adjustment.
IMPORTANT: The Quick Hitch will move mower
further from tractor which will require checking the
following:
1. Driveline length
2. Tractor stability
NOTE: Offset Adapter Hitches are available to
position the mower to the left or right. Mowers with
Offset Adapter Hitches connect to the 3-point hitch
the same way as the mower A-frame. See Offset
Adapter Hitch in the Assembly Section for details to
equip the mower with this feature.
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6.1 Setting Mower Height- Lift Type - (Standard or Quick Hitch)
1. Park the tractor and mower on level ground.
2. Using the 3-point hitch control lever, position
the front of the mower with the side skids 1”
less off the ground than desired cut height. For
example, for a 3” cut, position the skids 2” from
the ground. Set the 3-point control lever stop at
this position to maintain this height when
raising and lowering the mower.
3. Shut down the tractor and remove the key.
4. Adjust the mower deck front to rear by
extending or retracting the 3-point top link.
Always set front of deck 3/4” lower than rear for
best performance.
IMPORTANT: Scan this QR Code with your smart phone to link to the PAMI Safe
Implement Hitching Manual for more information on correctly connecting
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Ops-0008-MISC
Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted
component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up
to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious
injury or even death.
(SG-14)
OPERATION
RX60/72/84 10/12 Operation Section 4-13
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5. Level the mower side to side by manipulating
one lower lift arm length. On most tractors, at
least one of the lift arms is designed to allow for
manipulation of its length. Shortening or
extending will allow for deck leveling from side
to side.
6. Securely block up the mower at this height.
7. Remove the bolts securing the tailwheel beam
in position and allow the tailwheel to rest at
ground level. Align tailwheel beam between
nearest sets of holes in beam support brackets
and reinstall support bolts on each side of
beam. Tighten all bolts and nuts.
8. Extend the tractor’s top 3-point link so that
when lifting the mower, the front of the deck will
raise 2 to 2½” before the tail wheel leaves the
ground. This will allow the mower to follow the
contour of uneven terrain.
Note: Install optional check chains when there is a
problem with the hydraulic 3-Point lift maintaining a
set height or when a constant pre-adjusted cut
height is required. See Check Chains in the
Assembly Section for this accessory.
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6.2 Connecting the Mower-Pull Type
1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with the
correct PTO shaft and the drawbar is extended
14” from the end of the PTO shaft to the hitch
point.
2. Block the mower wheels in place and use the
attached parking jack to raise or lower the
tongue clevis to the height of the tractor
drawbar. The parking jack can be rotated 15
degrees in each direction to obtain a near
vertical position. Note: Always place jack foot on
firm surface or place board under jack for
support.
3. Board the tractor and start the engine. Back the
tractor to the mower aligning the drawbar hitch
hole with the mower hitch clevis. Turn off the
engine, secure the tractor in position, and
dismount.
4. To attach the mower, place two 1” flatwashers
(1) positioned under top lip of tongue clevis and
to the top of drawbar. Add additional 1”
flatwashers (2) between the bottom of drawbar
and bottom lip of clevis to fill open space. Insert
a 3/4” x 4-1/2” grade 5 or 8 bolt (3) through
clevis and drawbar and retain in position with a
1” locknut (4). The bolt and locknut should be
tightened securely to support the tongue
properly without springing of breaking the
clevis. Never attach mower to the tractor with a
pin not having a nut.
5. Securely attach mower safety chain from
mower tongue to tractor drawbar or drawbar
support frame.
6. Lower the jack until the tongue is completely
supported by the drawbar. Remove jack from
the tongue and place on storage bracket of
mower main frame.
7. If using a hydraulic cylinder, connect hydraulic
hose ends into tractor hydraulic ports. Pressure
may need to be relieved from the system to
allow for ease of attachment.
8. If the mower has been attached to a 3-point
hitch drawbar, adjust any tractor equipped
lower link check chains, guide blocks, or sway
blocks to prevent the hitch and mower from
swaying side to side. Note: Never raise the 3-
point lift with the mower attached as
catastrophic driveline damage will occur.
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6.3 Setting Mowing Height-Pull Type
1. Park the tractor and mower on level ground.
2. Using the tailwheel ratchet jack or hydraulic
cylinder, position the mower so the skid shoes
are 1” less off the ground than the desired final
cut height. For example, if a 3” cut is desired,
raise or lower the mower until the skid shoes
are 2” off the ground. If a hydraulic cylinder is
used, stroke control spacers can be placed on
the hydraulic shaft to maintain a set cutting
height each time the mower is raised and
lowered.
3. Adjust the mower leveling rod so that the front
of the mower is approximately 3/4” lower than
the rear.
If the mower is attached to a 3-point hitch drawbar,
adjust any tractor equipped lower link check chains,
guide blocks, or sway blocks to prevent the hitch
and mower from swaying from side to side. Never
raise the 3-point lift with the mower attached as
catastrophic driveline damage will occur.
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6.4 Setting Deck Pitch
Lower Horse Power - Better Fuel Efficiency
To increase fuel efficiency and lower horsepower
requirements for mower operation, the mower
should be operated with the deck approximately
3/4" LOWER IN THE FRONT THAN THE REAR.
Operating the mower at this pitch will allow the
mower to cut the grass only once and requires less
work from the tractor.
Increase Mulching
To increase mulching of the grass or crop material
during mower operation, the mower should be
operated with the deck approximately 3/4" HIGHER
IN THE FRONT THAN THE REAR.
Operating the mower at this pitch will allow the
mower to cut the grass twice and can result in a
more even cut and improved distribution of the cut
material.
IMPORTANT:
Adjust the leveling rods the same amount and
maintain equal tension in the rods. Improper
adjustment may cause rods to snap or bend.
Retighten the jamnuts after the deck pitch has been
set. OPS-U-0041
7. DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT
The driveline yoke and tractor PTO shaft must be
dirt free and greased for attachment.
To connect the mower driveline to the tractor PTO
output shaft, pull the driveline yoke collar back and
align the grooves and splines of the yoke with those
of the PTO shaft. Push the driveline yoke onto the
PTO shaft, release the locking collar, and position
the yoke until the locking collar balls are seated
onto the PTO shaft. Push and pull the driveline
back and forth several times to ensure a secure
attachment. OPS-R-0003_A
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7.1 Driveline Length Check
When fitting the mower to the tractor, the telescoping driveline must be inspected to ensure that at its most
compressed position, the profiles do not “bottom out”, and when at its farthest extended position, there is
sufficient engagement between the profiles to operate safely. At its shortest length, there must be at least a 1”
clearance between each profile end and opposite profile universal joint. At its farthest operating extension, a
minimum profile engagement of 6” must be maintained.
When attaching the Implement input driveline to the Tractor PTO, it is important that the
connecting yoke spring activated locking collar slides freely and the locking balls are seated
securely in the groove on the Tractor PTO shaft. Push and pull the driveline back and forth
several times to ensure it is securely attached. A driveline not attached correctly to the
Tractor PTO shaft could come loose and result in personal injury and damage to the
Implement.
(S3PT-17)
Before operating the Implement, check to make sure the Implement input driveline will not
bottom out or become disengaged. Bottoming out occurs when the inner shaft penetrates
the outer housing until the assembly becomes solid-it can shorten no more. Bottoming out
can cause serious damage to the Tractor PTO by pushing the PTO into the Tractor and
through the support bearings or downward onto the PTO shaft, breaking it off. A broken
driveline can cause personal injury.
(S3PT-18)
OPERATION
RX60/72/84 10/12 Operation Section 4-18
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Always disconnect the main PTO Driveline from the Tractor before performing service on
the Implement. Never work on the Implement with the tractor PTO driveline connected and
running. Rotating Parts, Blades or Drivelines could turn without warning and cause
immediate entanglement, injury or death.
(S3PT-11)
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Periodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace when
necessary with authorized service parts. Look for loose fasteners, worn
or broken parts, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins have
cotter pins and washers. Serious injury may occur from not maintaining
this machine in good working order.
(SG-21)
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RX60/72/84 10/12 Operation Section 4-20
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The operator’s manual and safety signs affixed on
the unit contain important instructions on the safe
and proper use of the equipment. Maintain these
important safety features on the implement in good
condition to ensure the information is available to
the operator at all times.
Ensure the manual canister is secured to the
equipment with the operator’s manual inside.
Ensure all safety signs are in place and legible.
Replace missing, damaged, and illegible
decals. OPS-U- 0011
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RX60/72/84 10/12 Operation Section 4-21
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All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not
limited to) - the Deflectors, Chain Guards, Steel Guards, Gearbox
Shields, PTO integral shields, and Retractable Door Shields should
be used and maintained in good working condition. All safety
devices should be inspected carefully at least daily for missing or
broken components. Missing, broken, or worn items must be
replaced at once to reduce the possibility of injury or death from
thrown objects, entanglement, or blade contact.
(SGM-3)
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Operating the mower with loose blade hardware will damage the blade holder or blades and
can result in blade breakage or blade fastener failure. Broken blades or bolts can be thrown
out from under the mower for distances up to 300 feet. When the blades are replaced, the
fastening hardware must be replaced. Check and retighten the blade hardware after the
first eight hours of operation. In severe cutting conditions, recheck the blade carrier and
blade bolt torque every 50 hours.
To help prevent structural damage caused by loose hardware, tighten gearbox mounting
hardware as specified. Check the fastener torque after first 8 hours of use and every 50
hours thereafter.
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Rotary Mower PRE-OPERATION Inspection
Mower ID#___________________
Date:________________________
Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped
and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged. Make sure the mower is resting on
the ground or securely blocked up and all hydraulic pressure has been relieved.
Make:___________________________________ Shift:_____________________________________
Operators Signature:___________________________________________________________________________
Item
Condition at
Start of Shift
Specific Comments if
not O.K.
The Operators Manual is in the canister on the mower
All safety decals are in place and legible
The tongue/hitch connection bolts & pins are tight
There are no cracks in tongue or hitch
The tow chain is secured to the tractor & mower
The hydraulic cylinders pins are tight
There are no leaking or damaged hoses
The mower deck is clear of cut grass and debris
Chain guards/deflectors are in place & in good condition
Driveline/gearbox shields are in good condition
Driveline clutches are in good condition; not frozen
Driveline telescoping members & U-joints are lubricated
Driveline yokes are securely attached to PTO & mower
Gearbox mounting bolts are tight
Gearbox oil is at the proper level
Blade carrier retaining nut is tight
Blades are not chipped, cracked or bent
Blade bolts are tight
Wheel lug nuts are tight
Transport locks are in good condition
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DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or MOWER
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RX60/72/84 10/12 Operation Section 4-28
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Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection
Mower ID#________________ Make ____________________
Date: ________________ Shift ____________________
Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, all
rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake
engaged. Make sure the mower is resting on the ground or securely blocked
up and all hydraulic pressure has been relieved.
Operators Signature:
Item
Condition at
Start of Shift
Specific Comments if
not O.K.
The flashing lights function properly
The SMV Sign is clean and visible
The tires are in good condition with proper pressure
The wheel lug bolts are tight
The tractor brakes are in good condition
The steering linkage is in good condition
There are no visible oil leaks
The hydraulic controls function properly
The ROPS or ROPS Cab is in good condition
The seatbelt is in place and in good condition
The 3-point hitch is in good condition
The drawbar pins are securely in place
The PTO master shield is in place
The engine oil level is full
The brake fluid level is full
The power steering fluid level is full
The fuel level is adequate
The engine coolant fluid level is full
The radiator is free of debris
The air filter is in good condition
DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or MOWER
This Inspection Form may be freely duplicated for extra copies.
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9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
Safe tractor transport requires the operator possess a thorough knowledge of the model being operated and
precautions to take while driving with an attached implement. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handle the
weight of the implement and the tractor operating controls are set for safe transport. To ensure safety while
driving the tractor with an attached implement, review the following. OPS-U- 0012
Never run the Tractor engine in a closed building or without adequate ventilation. The
exhaust fumes can be hazardous to your health.
(SG-23)
Transport only at speeds where you can maintain control of the
equipment. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating this
equipment at high speeds. Understand the Tractor and Implement and
how it handles before transporting on streets and highways. Make sure the Tractor steering
and brakes are in good condition and operate properly.
Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine the proper transport speeds for
you and the equipment. Make sure you abide by the following rules:
Test the tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly. Apply the Brakes smoothly
to determine the stopping characteristics of the Tractor and Implement. As you increase
the speed of the Tractor the stopping distance increases. Determine the maximum
transport speed not to exceed 20 mph (30 kph) for transporting this equipment.
Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed through the turn only after
you determine that the equipment can be operated at a higher speed. Use extreme care
and reduce your speed when turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from
turning over. Determine the maximum turning speed for you and this equipment before
operating on roads or uneven ground.
Only transport the Tractor and Implement at the speeds which allow you to properly control
the equipment.
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor with weak or faulty brakes
or worn tires. When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick roads, the braking distance
increases: use extreme care and reduce your speed. When operating in traffic always use
the Tractor’s flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of traffic around you
and watch out for the other guy.
(SG-19)
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9.1 Starting the Tractor
The procedure to start the tractor is model specific.
Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for starting
procedures for your particular tractor. Consult an
authorized dealer if the starting procedure is
unclear. Ensure the 3-point control lever is in the
lowered position and the PTO is disengaged before
starting the tractor. OPS-U-0033
9.2 Brake and Differential Lock Setting
Make sure the tractor brakes are in good operating
condition. Tractor brakes can be set to operate
independently allowing single rear wheel braking
action or locked together to provide simultaneous
rear wheel braking. FOR MOST DRIVING AND
OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE BRAKE PEDALS
SHOULD BE LOCKED TOGETHER TO PROVIDE
THE MOST EFFECTIVE BRAKING ACTION.
Always disengage the tractor differential lock when
turning. When engaged the differential lock will
prevent or limit the tractor from turning. During
normal cutting conditions, locking the differential
provides no benefit and should not be used. OPS-
U- 0013
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor with weak or faulty brakes.
When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick roads, the braking distance increases; use
extreme care and reduce your speed in these conditions. When operating in traffic, always
use the Tractor’s flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of traffic around
you and watch out for the other guy.
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9.4 Driving the Tractor and Mower
Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the
tractor and mower. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steering
control. The tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent
the operator from stopping quickly during an emergency. If the power steering or engine ceases operating,
stop the tractor immediately as the tractor will be difficult to control.
Perform turns with the tractor and mower at slow
speeds to determine how the tractor with an
attached mower handles a turn. Determine the
safe speed to maintain proper control of the tractor
when making turns. When turning with a towed
implement, the overall working length of the unit is
increased. Allow additional clearance for the
mower when turning.
To avoid overturns, drive the tractor with care and
at safe speeds, especially when operating over
rough ground, crossing ditches or slopes, and
turning corners. Tractor wheel tread spacing
should be increased when working on inclines or
rough ground to reduce the possibility of tipping.
Use extreme caution when operating on steep
slopes. Keep the tractor in a low gear when going
downhill. DO NOT coast or free-wheel downhill.
OPS-R-0019
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9.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines
When crossing ditches with steep banks or going up
sharp inclines, it is possible that the main driveline
inner profile will penetrate into the outer housing to its
maximum depth until the assembly becomes solid
(driveline is at its extreme shortest length). This type
of abusive operation can cause serious damage to
the tractor and mower drive by pushing the PTO into
the tractor and through the support bearings or
downward onto the PTO shaft, breaking it off.
Damage resulting from over-collapse of the driveline’s inner profile and its outer housing
may allow the driveline to come loose from the Tractor which could cause bodily injury to the
operator or bystanders and/or extensive damage to the Tractor or Implement. OPS-R-0020
When confronted with an incline or ditch, do not
approach from an angle which is perpendicular or
straight on as damage to or over-collapse of the
driveline may occur. OPS-R-0021_A
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Inclines and ditches should be approached along a
line which is at an angle as shown. This type of
path will reduce the possibility of over-collapse of
the driveline and resulting damage. If the gradient
is so steep that such an approach increases the
possibility of a tractor roll-over, select an alternate
crossing path.
When operating the tractor and mower across
slopes and inclines, through ditches, and other
uneven terrain conditions, it is important to maintain
sufficient deck to ground clearance. Blade contact
with the ground may cause soil, rocks and other
debris to be thrown out from under the mower
resulting in possible injury and/or property damage.
Ground contact also produces a severe shock load
on the mower drive and to the mower blades
resulting in possible damage and premature wear.
OPS-R-0022
Extreme care should be taken when operating near loose objects such
as gravel, rocks, wire, and other debris. Inspect the area before
mowing. Foreign objects should be removed from the site to prevent
machine damage and/or bodily injury or even death. Any objects that
cannot be removed must be clearly marked and carefully avoided by the
operator. Stop mowing immediately if blades strike a foreign object.
Repair all damage and make certain rotor or blade carrier is balanced
before resuming mowing.
(SGM-05)
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Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the
operating parts of the mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at
greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could result
in serious injury or even death. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing.
Remove any like object from the site. Never allow the cutting blades to contact such items.
(SGM-06)
10.1 Foreign Debris Hazards
Before mowing, inspect the area to make sure
there are no foreign objects that the mower blades
could hit or become entangled with. Remove all
foreign objects and debris. If objects are too big to
remove, mark them clearly and be sure to prevent
the mower blades from contacting them.
If you hit a solid object or foreign debris, stop the
mower and tractor at once. Immediately idle the
engine speed and disengage the PTO. Wait for all
mower rotating motion to stop, then raise the
mower and move the tractor and implement off the
object. Inspect the area and remove, or mark the
location of the debris. Inspect the condition of the
mower and make any needed repairs immediately.
Make sure the blades are not damaged and the
carrier is balanced before resuming operation.
Always wear your seat belt securely fastened and
only operate the tractor and mower with the ROPS
in the raised position. If the tractor or mower hits a
tree stump, rock, or bump, a sudden movement
could throw you off of the seat and under the
tractor and/or mower. The seat belt is your best
protection from falling off the tractor and the ROPS
provides protection from being crushed during a
tractor roll-over. OPS-R-0023
Remove Foreign Material
Raise Mower over solid objects
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Rotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing
objects for great distances (300 ft (100 m) or more) and causing serious
injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully.
STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 Feet (100 m) UNLESS:
-Front and Rear Deflectors, Chain Guards, or Bands are installed and in good, workable
condition;
-Mower sections or Wings are running close to and parallel to the ground without exposed
Blades;
-Passersby are outside the existing thrown-object zone;
-All areas have been thoroughly inspected and all foreign material such as rocks, cans,
glass, and general debris has been removed.
NOTE: Where there are grass and weeds high enough to hide debris that could be struck
by the blades, the area should be: inspected and large debris removed, mowed at an
intermediate height, inspected, closely with any remaining debris being removed, and
mowed again at desired final height. (This will also reduce power required to mow, reduce
wear and tear on the Mower drivetrain, spread cut material better, reduce streaking, and
make the final cut more uniform).
(SRM-01)
Do not let the Blades turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any
reason, including clearance or for turning. Raising the Mower deck
exposes the Cutting Blades which creates a potentially serious hazard
and could cause serious injury or even death from objects thrown from
the Blades.
(SRM-07)
Do not put hands or feet under mower decks. Blade Contact can result
in serious injury or even death. Stay away until all motion has stopped
and the decks are securely blocked up.
(SGM-09)
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Do not exceed the rated PTO speed for the Implement. Excessive PTO speeds can cause
Implement driveline or blade failures resulting in serious injury or death.
(SG-26)
Mow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower. The
correct mowing speed depends on terrain condition and grass type, density, and height of
cut. Normal ground speed range is from 2 to 5 mph(3-8 kph). Use slow mowing speeds
when operating on or near steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power
lines, or when debris and foreign objects are to be avoided.
(SGM-07)
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10.6 Cutting Material
When cutting trees and brush approach material to be
cut with the head perpendicular to the material. The
cutting edge of the blades should be the only
elements in contact with material. The blade bar
should not contact the material. Material should be
fed through the head rather than the head being
lowered on top of material. If the blade bar edges are
gouged or rounded from wear, the mower head is
being used incorrectly in an abusive manner. The
blade bar is not intended to cut material or to be a
wear item like the blades. Do Not allow the blades or
blade bar to contact the ground, rocks or other solid
objects. Contact with the ground can result in rocks
and solid objects being thrown out from under the
mower head which can cause serious injuries to the
operator or bystanders. This type of operation can
lead to bent or broken blade bars, broken blade bolts
and broken blade bar assembly bolts which can be
dangerous to the operator or bystanders.
Do not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with the windows
closed.
(SGM-11)
Mow only in conditions where you have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial
lighting. Never mow in darkness or foggy conditions where you cannot clearly see at least
300 feet (90 m) in front and to the sides of the tractor and mower. Make sure that you can
clearly see and identify passersby, steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions,
power lines, debris and foreign objects. If you are unable to clearly see these type of items
discontinue mowing.
(SGM-1)
Avoid mowing in reverse direction when possible. Check to make sure there are no
persons behind the mower and use extreme care when maneuvering in reverse. Mow only
at a slow ground speed where you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower.
Never mow an area that you have not inspected and removed debris or foreign material.
(SGM-08)
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Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of equipment and grass fires
while operating, servicing, and repairing the Mower and Tractor:
-Equip the Tractor with a fire extinguisher in an accesible location.
-Do Not operate the Mower on a Tractor with an underframe exhaust.
-Do Not smoke or have an open flame near the Mower and Tractor.
-Do Not drive into burning debris or freshly burnt areas.
-Ensure slip clutches are properly adjusted to prevent excessive slippage and plate heating.
-Never allow clippings or debris to collect near drivelines, slip clutches, and gearboxes.
Periodically shut down the Tractor and Mower and clean clippings and collected debris from
the mower deck.
(SGM-12)
When you get to the end of a pass, slightly raise the
mower (2-4”) before turning. Never raise the
mower entirely while the blades are turning. If the
mower must be raised higher than 12” from ground
level, disengage the tractor PTO and wait for all
mower rotation to come to a complete stop before
proceeding to raise the mower. OPS-R-0027_B
Do not let the Blades turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any
reason, including clearance or for turning. Raising the Mower deck
exposes the Cutting Blades which creates a potentially serious hazard
and could cause serious injury or even death from objects thrown from
the Blades.
(SRM-07)
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Large, dense, or wet vegetation may need to be
mowed in two or more passes to achieve a uniform
cut. In such conditions, raise the cutting height to
12” or more on the first pass
. OPS-R-0043
Then lower the mower to the desired height and
mow the vegetation a second time. If possible,
select a mowing pattern that is at a 90 degree angle
to the first pass to reduce streaking for a more
uniform cut. OPS-R-0044
Stay alert and watch for trees, low hanging limbs,
power lines, and other overhead obstacles and solid
ground objects while you are operating. Use care
to avoid hitting these items
. OPS-R-0028_A
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10.7 Right of Way (Highway) Mowing
Do not mow, or drive the tractor into material that is burning, or areas that recently burnt and may contain hot
spots. Burning material, sparks, and coals could be thrown from the mower to areas of vegetation that might
ignite. Tire damage can occur when driving over hot material. Oil and grease on the tractor and mower could
ignite resulting in equipment destruction. Carry a fire extinguisher on the tractor at all times to extinguish
possible fires encountered
.
USE DOUBLE CHAIN GUARDS for highway, right-of-way, parks, greenbelt mowing, or all other mowing
where human dwellings, vehicles, or livestock could be within 300 feet of the mower.
No shielding is 100% effective in preventing thrown objects. To Reduce Possibility of Injury:
1. MAINTAIN MOWER SHIELDING in good operational condition,
2. DAILY INSPECT the condition of the Thrown Object Guards, mower Side Skirts, and skid shoes:
Replace or repair worn or damaged guards.
3. DAILY INSPECT the condition of the Blades and Blade Bolts. Replace any cracked, worn, bent or
damage blades. Always replace blade bolts and nuts when replacing blades. Make sure the blade
bolts are properly tightened.
4. RAISE CUTTING HEIGHT to 6 INCHES minimum.
5. INSPECT AREA thoroughly before mowing to REMOVE potential THROWN OBJECT HAZARDS.
6. NEVER ALLOW BLADES to CONTACT SOLID OBJECTS like wire, rocks, posts, curbs, guardrails,
or ground while mowing.
ROTARY MOWERS CAN THROW OBJECTS 300 FEET OR MORE UNDER ADVERSE
CONDITIONS.
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS FROM THROWN
OBJECTS:
INSPECT AREA FOR POTENTIAL THROWN OBJECTS BEFORE MOWING:
REMOVE debris, rocks, wire, cable, metal objects and other foreign material from area.
Wire, cable, rope, chains and metal objects can be thrown or swung outside deck with great velocity:
1. MARK objects that cannot be removed.
2. AVOID these objects when mowing.
STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY IS WITHIN 300 FEET UNLESS:
All THROWN OBJECT SHIELDING including Front and Rear Deflectors, Chain Guards, Steel Guards,
Bands, Side Skirts and Skid Shoes are in place and in good condition when mowing.
Mower sections or wings are adjusted to be close and parallel to ground without exposing blades.
MOWING AREA has been inspected and foreign materials and debris have been removed.
PASSERSBY are inside enclosed vehicle. OPS-U-0040
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Never stand or allow another person to stand between a running Tractor and the Mower
when disconnecting the Implement from the Tractor 3-point hitch.
10.8 Shutting Down the Implement
To shut down attached mower head, first bring the
tractor to a complete stop. Decrease engine RPM
to idle then disengage cutterhead. The mower head
will come to a complete stop within a suitable
amount of time. Do not engage or disengage the
cutterheads at a high RPM unless there is an
emergency situation.
Park the tractor on a level surface, place the
transmission in park or neutral and apply the
parking brake, lower the attached implement to the
ground, shut down the engine, remove the key, and
wait for all motion to come to a complete stop
before exiting the tractor. OPS-U- 0016
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Always shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the
parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement
and Tractor hitches.
(S3PT-15)
To disconnect the mower, first extend the tractor 3-
point hitch top link to remove tension on the top link
hitch pin. When the pin is loose and easy to rotate,
remove the pin from the mower. Next remove both
lower hitch pins.
After disconnecting the 3 lift points, remove the
mower driveline from the tractor PTO shaft. Lay
the driveline down carefully on support flat to avoid
damaging the driveline or its shield. Do not let the
driveline fall into mud or dirt, which can
contaminate the bearing and shorten the life of the
driveline. OPS-R-0031_B
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12. MOWER STORAGE
Properly preparing and storing the mower at the end of the season is critical to maintaining its appearance
and to help ensure years of dependable service. The following are suggested storage procedures:
Thoroughly clean all debris off the mower to
prevent damage from rotting grass and
standing water.
Lubricate all mower grease points and fill
gearbox oil levels as detailed in the
maintenance section.
Tighten all bolts and pins to the recommended
torque.
Check the mower for worn and damaged
parts. Perform repairs and make
replacements immediately so that the mower
will be ready for use at the start of the next
season.
Store the mower in a clean, dry place with the
mower housing resting securely on blocks or
at ground level.
Keep the driveline yoke from sitting in water, dirt and other contaminants.
Use spray touch-up enamel where necessary to prevent rust and maintain the appearance of the mower.
It is critical that driveline clutches slip when an obstacle or heavy load is encountered to avoid mower and/or
tractor damage. If the mower sits outside for an extended period of time or is exposed to rain and/or humid
air, the clutch lining plates must be inspected to ensure they are not frozen together from rust or corrosion. If
the mower has been exposed to such conditions, at the start of each mowing season, and any time it is
suspected that the slip clutch plates may be frozen together, readjust the slip clutch as detailed in Seasonal
Clutch Maintenance of the maintenance section in this manual. OPS-R-0032_A
Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.
Falling off can result in serious injury or death.
(SG-10)
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Before transporting the tractor and mower, idle the
tractor engine, disengage the PTO and wait for all
mower moving parts to come to a complete stop.
Once all mower parts are completely stopped, raise
the mower to transport height. NOTE: When
raising the mower, maintain 1” clearance between
the driveline and mower deck. If additional mower
deck height is needed for safe transport, disconnect
the driveline from the tractor and secure its end to
the mower deck. The mower can then be raised to
the maximum lift height. OPS-R-0033_A
If the tractor’s hydraulic pump is not independent of
the tractor PTO, or if the tractor PTO has to be run
to have hydraulic power, disconnect the mower
driveline from the tractor PTO output shaft. Secure
the driveline to the mower deck to prevent driveline
damage or loss during transport. OPS-R-0034
13.1 Transporting on Public Roadways
Extreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and implement on public roadways. The tractor
must be equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV emblem and flashing warning
lights to alert drivers of the tractor’s presence. Remember that roadways are primarily designed for
automotive drivers and most drivers will not be looking out for you, therefore, you must look out for them.
Check your side view mirrors frequently and remember that vehicles will approach quickly because of the
tractor’s slower speed. Be extremely cautious when the piece of equipment that you are towing is wider than
the tractor tire width and/or extends beyond your lane of the road.
Make sure that a proper size safety tow chain is secured between the tractor and implement before entering a
public road. OPS-U- 0019
Make certain that the “Slow Moving Vehicle” (SMV) sign is installed in
such a way as to be clearly visible and legible. When transporting the
Equipment use the Tractor flashing warning lights and follow all local
traffic regulations.
(SG-6)
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The SMV (Slow-Moving Vehicle) emblem is
universal symbol used to alert drivers of the
presence of equipment traveling on roadways at a
slow speed. SMV signs are a triangular bright
orange with reflective red trim for both easy day
and night visibility. Make sure the SMV sign is
clean and visible from the rear of the unit before
transporting the tractor and implement on a public
roadway. Replace the SMV emblem if faded,
damaged, or no longer reflective. OPS-U- 0020
When operating on public roads, have
consideration for other road users. Pull to the side
of the road occasionally to allow all following traffic
to pass. Do not exceed the legal speed limit set in
your country for agricultural tractors. Always stay
alert when transporting the tractor and implement
on public roads. Use caution and reduce speed if
other vehicles or pedestrians are in the area. OPS-
U- 0022_A
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13.2 Hauling the Tractor and Implement
Before transporting a loaded tractor and implement, measure the height and width dimensions and gross
weight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure that the load will be in compliance with the legal limits set for the
areas that will be traveled through
Use adequately sized and rated trailers and equipment to transport the tractor and implement. Consult an
authorized dealer to determine the proper equipment required. Using adequately sized chains, heavy duty
straps, cables and/or binders, securely tie down both the front and rear of the tractor utilizing the proper tie
down locations as specified by the tractor manufacturer.
Arrange the chains so that when tightened, the chains are pulling downward and against themselves. Carefully
tighten the securing chains or other fasteners using boomers or binders to apply maximum tension. Use
extreme care when attaching and removing the securing devices as the extreme tension involved when
released has the potential to inflict serious injury.
While hauling the tractor and implement, make occasional stops to check that the tractor and implement have
not moved or shifted and that the securing chains have maintained tension. If during transport a hard braking,
sharp turning, or swerving action was performed, stop at the next safe location to inspect the security of the
load.
Reduce speed before turning or applying the brakes.
Ensure that both brake pedals are locked together
when operating on public roads. OPS-U- 0023
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14. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Uneven Cut Excessive ground speed. Reduce ground speed.
Blades worn, dull, or bent. Replace blades.
(Refer to “Maintenance” section).
Mower not level side to side. Adjust. (Refer to “Assembly” section)
Improper height adjustment. Adjust Mower height.
(Refer to “Assembly” section)
Low tractor tire pressure on Adjust tire pressure.
one side (Refer to your tractor operator's
manual)
Turning too fast. Reduce ground speed when turning.
Tractor tires push grass down. Adjust your tractor wheel spacing.
(Refer to “Operation” section)
Damaged Mower pan. Repair or replace as necessary.
Uncut Material Excessive ground speed Reduce ground speed.
RPM too low Use full PTO speed.
(Refer to your tractor operator's
manual)
Improper blade for direction of cut. Install blades so rotation is correct.
Poor Shredding Excessive ground speed. Raise the front of Mower relative to the
rear to hold and circulate material
longer. (Refer to the “Operation Section
Setting the Mower-Setting Deck
Height”) Reduce ground speed.
Cutting too high. Lower cutting height. (Refer to the
“Operation Section-Setting the Mower-
Setting Deck Pitch”)
Windrowing Material heavy and lush. Raise the front of Mower relative to the
or Uneven rear. (Refer to the “Operation Section-
Your Material Distribution Setting the Mower- Setting Deck
Height”)
Excessive ground speed Reduce ground speed.
Conditions too wet. Wait for conditions to dry. Reduce
ground speed.
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Blade Bolts Working Loose Bolts not tightened. Tighten Bolts to 300 ft./lbs.
Bolt hole elongated or oversized. Replace Blade Carrier.
Locknut worn out. Replace Locknut.
Gearbox Noisy Low Lubricant. Check lubricant level.
Rough gears. Run in or change Gears.
Worn Bearing. Replace Bearing.
Gearbox Leaking Damaged Oil Seal. Replace Seal.
Bent Shaft. Replace Oil Seal and Shaft.
Oil Seal Race rough. Replace Shaft or repair Race.
Oil Seal installed wrong. Replace Seal.
Oil Seal not sealing in the housing. Replace Seal or use a sealant on O.D.
of Seal.
Oil level too high. Drain oil to proper level.
Gasket damaged. Replace Gasket.
Bolts loose. Tighten Bolts.
Sand hole in casting. Replace castings or gearbox.
Streaking Conditions Conditions too wet for cutting. Allow grass to dry before cutting. Slow
Blades unable to cut that part of ground speed of tractor but keep
grass pressed down by path of engine running at full PTO wpm.
tractor tires. Lowering the cutting height may help.
Dull blades. Sharpen or replace blades.
Height of cutter lower at rear or See Cutting Height Instructions.
front.
Gearbox Overheating Low on lubricant. Fill to level plug.
Improper type lubricant. Replace with proper lubricant.
Excessive trash build-up around Remove trash.
gearbox.
Bearing or gears set up improperly. Consult your Dealer.
Shear Pin Shears Tractor PTO not being run at Run at 540 RPM.
Excessively 540 RPM.
Heavy Material. Reduce ground speed. Raise cutting
height.
Not using proper pin. Replace only with recommended shear
pin.
PTO engaged at high engine RPM Idle engine to engage PTO
Cutting in rocky conditions Increase cutting height.
Blade carrier RPM too high. Check gearbox ratios.
Blades not properly heat treated. Consult your Dealer.
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HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM COMPONENT FAILURE BY KEEPING IMPLEMENT IN
GOOD OPERATING CONDITION IN PERFORMING PROPER SERVICE, REPAIRS AND
MAINTENANCE.
BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE ON THE IMPLEMENT:
SECURE EQUIPMENT FOR SERVICE
BLOCK OUT POTENTIAL ENERGY HAZARDS; Rotating Parts, Raised Components, Hydraulic Pressure.
STOP ENGINE AND PTO, engage parking brake, lower implement, allow all moving parts to stop and remove key before
dismounting from tractor.
PLACE implement on ground or securely block up raised equipment. Use large blocks on soft or wet soil.
SECURELY LATCH and LOCK raised implement wings
BLOCK UP IMPLEMENT TONGUE with large blocks and tongue jack. DO NOT crawl or work under implement supported only by
tongue jack.
PUSH and PULL Remote Hydraulic Cylinder lever to relieve hydraulic pressure.
DISCONNECT IMPLEMENT Hydraulic HOSES from tractor
DISCONNECT IMPLEMENT driveline from tractor PTO SHAFT.
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, PROTECTIVE GLOVES and follow SAFETY PROCEDURES when performing service, repairs
and maintenance on the implement:
Always WEAR protective GLOVES when handling blades, knives, cutting edges or worn component with sharp edges.
Always
WEAR GLOVES and SAFETY GLASSES when servicing hot components
AVOID CONTACT with hot hydraulic oil tanks, pumps, motors, valves and hose connection surfaces.
SECURELY support or BLOCK UP raised implement, framework and lifted components before working underneath equipment.
STOP any implement movements and SHUT-OFF TRACTOR engine before doing any work procedures.
USE ladder or raised stands to reach high equipment areas inaccessible from ground.
ENSURE good footing by standing on solid flat surfaces when getting on implement to perform work.
FOLLOW manufacturer's instructions in handling oils, solvents, cleansers, and other chemical agents.
DO NOT change any factory-set hydraulic calibrations to avoid component or equipment failures.
DO NOT modify or alter implement, functions or components.
DO NOT WELD or repair rotating mower components. These may cause vibrations and component failures being thrown from
mower.
PERFORM SERVICE, REPAIRS, LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE OUTLINED IN IMPLEMENT MAINTENANCE
SECTION:
INSPECT for loose fasteners, worn or broken parts, leaky or loose fittings, missing or broken cotter keys and washers on pins, and
all moving parts for wear.
REPLACE any worn or broken parts with authorized service parts.
LUBRICATE unit as specified by lubrication schedule
NEVER lubricate, adjust or remove material while it is running or in motion.
TORQUE all bolts and nuts as specified.
BLADE INSPECTION:
REPLACE bent, damage, cracked or broken blades immediately with new blades.
AVOID blade failures and thrown broken blades. DO NOT straighten, weld, or weld hard-facing blades.
SAFETY SHIELDS, GUARDS AND SAFETY DEVICES INSPECTION:
KEEP all Deflectors, Chain Guards, Steel Guards, Gearbox Shields, and PTO integral shields, Bands, Side Skirts and Skid Shoes
in place and in good condition.
REPLACE any missing, broken or worn safety shields, guards and safety devices.
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
PN HM01
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Before operating your Rotary Cutter, make sure it is properly lubricated and thoroughly inspected. Only a mini-
mum of time and effort is required to regularly lubricate and maintain this machine to provide long life and trou-
ble free operation.
Always disengage the PTO before raising the Rotary Cutter for transporting or making
adjustments.
Lubrication
Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts, particularly when operating in sandy areas. The
illustrations below shows lubrication points (Figure Mnt-R-0080). The chart gives the frequency of lubrication
in hours, based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may require more frequent
lubrication.
Use an multi-purpose gear oil (PN 00786250) for all locations shown. Be sure to clean the fitting thoroughly
before using grease gun. Daily lubrication of the driveline slip joint is necessary. Failure to maintain proper
lubrication will result in damage to U-joints, gearbox, and/or driveshaft.
PARTS INFORMATION
Alamo Industrial mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades,
cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and
tested to Alamo Industrial specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these
specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce mower performance, void mower warranties, and present
a safety hazard. Use genuine Alamo Industrial mower parts for economy and safety.
(SPAM-1)
SEE YOUR ALAMO DEALER
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GEARBOX (Model RX60 & RX84)
The gearbox should be full (3 quarts) and not
require additional lubricant unless the box is
cracked or a seal is leaking. It is recommended that
the oil level dipstick (Figure MntP-R-0056) be
removed to check oil level after every 8 hours of
operation. If required, oil should be added until it
comes to proper level.
Recommended lubricant is multi-purpose gear oil,
Alamo Industrial P/N 00786250.
NOTE: Make sure mower is level when checking oil
in the gearbox.
Gearbox capacity is 3 quarts.
NOTE: Overfilling of Gearbox will cause pressure
to build up and cause Grease Seals to leak.
GEARBOX (Model RX72)
Follow the same instructions as listed above for (Figure Op-1225)
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TAIL WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Tail Wheel Bearings are packed at the factory with heavy-duty bearing grease. Grease Fittings are provided in
the Wheel Hub and Tail Wheel Beam. Grease after 10 hours of use. Figure Mnt-0004.
DRIVELINE LUBRICATION
Grease Fittings are located on the Cross Assembly of each U-Joint and on the telescoping tubes. Grease the
U-Joint after each 8 hours of use. Figure Mnt-R-0283. Do not force grease through the Needle Cup
Assemblies. Grease the telescoping tubes after every 8 hours use. Some PTO-to-Hitch connections may
necessitate cutting a hole in the shields to be able to align the Grease Fitting holes for lubrication. Lubricate the
shield bearings every 16 hours.
The Driveline Integral Shields should not become dented or otherwise damaged. The Integral Shield Assembly
has a Nylon Bearing at each end and should turn freely. This nylon bearing should require lubrication weekly.
To remove the Integral Shields for replacement or repair, remove the screws on the Shield. Slip the Shield
Cone Assembly off inner section of the Driveline. Install the new or repaired Shield on the Driveline. Place the
split Nylon Bearing over the Driveline Housing of Shaft against the Yoke and in the Bearing groove. Install
shield over the Housing so the Nylon Bearing fits into the Shield Bearing Retainer. Align holes on the Shield
and replace the screws in the Shield.
Make certain that the Driveline Integral Shields are free to telescope and rotate around the
Driveline without binding.
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LIFT TYPE DRIVELINE & PULL JACKSHAFT SHIELDS
To remove the main inner driveline shield, Remove the locking screws. Align the bearing tabs with the cone
pockets. FIGURE Mnt-0026. Remove the half-guard and remove the bearing ring. FIGURE Mnt-R-0012.
Inspect the driveline shield for worn areas or cracks. If the shield has any dents or cracks, replace the Shield.
While the Shields are off, examine the Driveline for signs of abnormal wear, bent or twisted shafts, or cracks in
the shafts or tubes. Check to see that the Drivelines telescope easily. If the Drivelines do not telescope
properly or show signs of abnormal wear, the shaft should be repaired or replaced.
To assemble the main inner driveline shield, grease the yoke groove and inner profile tube. Attach the bearing
ring in groove with recesses facing profile tube. FIGURE Mnt-0027. Slide on the half shield. Turn the cone until
it engages correctly. Install locking screws. FIGURE Mnt-0028.
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CV TYPE DRIVELINE
MAIN CV DRIVELINE SAFETY SHIELD
1. To remove the outer CV cone, remove the locking screws from shield cone. Remove cone over yoke.
Remove bearing ring and remove the locking screws from inner shield cone. Turn inner cone to assembly
position and remove half shield. Remove bearing ring. MNT-R-0038.
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2. To assemble outer CV driveline, grease yoke groove and inner profile tube. Attach bearing ring on groove
with recesses facing profile tube. Slide on half shield with cone. Turn cone until it engages correctly.
Tighten locking screws. Grease bearing groove in double yoke. Insert bearing ring. Slide guard cone for
double yoke over cam from the connecting end. Make sure holes for screws are visible. Tighten locking
screws. MNT-R-0039.
IMPORTANT: Scan this QR Code with your smart phone to link to the ADMA
Driveline Safety Manual for more information on the safe use of a driveline during
normal operation and maintenance. Or type in your internet browser the following
web address: www.algqr.com/dme
Ops-0009-MISC
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BLADE SERVICING
Inspect blades before each use to determine that they are properly installed and in good condition. Replace
any blade that is bent, excessively nicked, worn, or has any other damage. Small nicks can be ground out
when sharpening.
Use only original equipment blades on this cutter. They are made of special heat-treated
alloy steel. Substitute blades may not meet specifications and may fail in a hazardous
manner that could cause injury.
Replace bent or broken blade with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN OR
WELD ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE
BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM
THROWN BLADES.
(SGM-10)
Manually wiggle the blade carriers to check for any looseness.
Retighten any loose parts.
Recheck torque every 50 hours.
Operating with loose blade hardware will damage the blade holder and blades. Whenever
the blades have been removed or replaced, the hardware must be retightened after the first
eight hours of operation. On new units check blade hardware and the blade nut torque after
first 8 hours.
Operating with loose blade holder will damage the blade holder and output shaft, two initial
tightenings are required. Retighten after one hour and again after the day of operation. In
severe cutting conditions or commercial use, a daily inspection is required.
To help prevent structural damage caused by loose hardware, tighten gear case hardware
as specified. Check torque after first 8 hours of use and every 50 hours thereafter.
NOTE: Correct Blade Rotation is counter-clockwise viewed from the top.
Inspect Blades daily for normal wear. If Blades have a notch worn into the leading worn into
the leading edge at the lower bend more than 1/2” DEEP (due to running in gravel and/or
the ground), REPLACE BOTH BLADES ON THAT CARRIER IMMEDIATELY. Failure to
replace such abnormally worn blades may lead to catastrophic failure of the blade and
ejection of the broken part with tremendous force which may cause bodily injury or death.
NOTE: Replace Blades in pairs after no more than 1/2” notch wear.
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BLADE SHARPENING
When sharpening blades, grind each blade the same amount to maintain balance. Follow
original sharpening pattern as shown in Figure Mnt-R-0008. Always sharpen blades by
grinding. Always sharpen both blades at same time to maintain balance. The difference in
blade weights should not exceed 1 ounce. Unbalanced blades will cause excessive
vibration which can damage gear box bearings. Vibration may also cause structural cracks
in cutter housing. DO NOT heat and pound out edge. Do not sharpen blade to a razor edge,
but leave a 1/16” blunt edge. Do not sharpen back side of blade.
Avoid personal injury. Always block the cutter up to prevent if from falling when the blades
and/ or carrier are being serviced.
BLADE CARRIER REMOVAL
Remove cotter pin and loosen slotted nut on gearbox shaft. Loosen but do not remove the nut until the blade
carrier is loosened. Use a suitable 2 jaw gear puller to pull carrier off tapered gearbox shaft. If gear puller is not
available use long bar inserted through blade bolt access hole with end against rotor bar. Strike opposite end of
bar with sledge hammer. Rotate blade carrier 180 degrees and repeat process until carrier breaks loose.
BLADE CARRIER INSPECTION
Blade bolt fit into carrier bushings should be checked every time blades are changed. The blade bolt should fit
into carrier bushings as a snug slip fit. If the blade bolt fit appears to be loose or sloppy, measure the square
hole in bushing. If the bottom of the square hole is 1/16” or greater than the square shoulder of the new blade
bolt the bushings should be replaced. Bushings can be removed by cutting bushing head where it is welded to
carrier bar. Once head is removed bushing can be pressed out of bar. Clean and grind top of blade bar so new
bushing can be installed and welded. Bushing should be pressed into bar as far as possible. Use low hydrogen
rod to weld bushing in place.
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Failure to replace a worn blade carrier bushing as described above may lead to catastrophic
failure of the blade, blade bolt, and/or blade bolt nut resulting in the ejection of the broken
parts out from under the mower at tremendous speed and force which could result in serious
bodily injury or death.
BLADE CARRIER INSTALLATION
Clean the splines on both the blade carrier and output shaft. Position carrier on the gearbox output shaft and
install special washer nut.
Tighten nut holding blade carrier to minimum 450 ft. pounds, strike the carrier near the hub several times with a
heavy hammer to seat the hub. Use a suitable spacer over the nut to prevent damage to the nut and threads.
Retighten the nut to 450 ft. pounds. Install cotter pin and spread.
Always recheck gearbox output shaft slotted blade carrier retaining nut torque after a few
hours operation.
Avoid personal injury. Do not work under cutter without support blocks to keep frame from
falling.
Operating the mower with a loose blade pan or holder can damage the taper connection on
the gearbox output shaft. To ensure proper seating between the blade holder and output
shaft, check and tighten the retaining nut after the first day of operation. Recheck the blade
carrier attachment each morning before operating. Grasp the carrier firmly with both hands
and try to push and pull the carrier with one hand while pulling and pushing with the other
hand to try to rock or oscillate the blade carrier. If the carrier is loose, retighten the retaining
nut before operating the mower.
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BLADE REMOVAL
Remove locknut from blade bolt through inspection hole in deck of mower near the gearbox to remove blades
for sharpening or replacement. See Figure MntP-R-0057. Always replace nut when replacing blade bolt.
When installing blades be sure and check blade bolt pivot diameter for wear. Replace bolt if worn more than 1/
4 inch at any point. Tighten lock nut to 300 ft. lbs.
SLIP CLUTCH
If a slip clutch is incorporated in the PTO driveline, it is designed to slip, absorb the shock load, and protect the
driveline. This clutch has single disc spring with 6 adjusting nuts.
After the first hour of operation, the slip clutch should be checked for overheating. After this first check, the slip
clutch should be checked weekly or anytime there is overheating. To adjust the disc clutch, tighten the 6 bolts
until Belleville Spring is flat and then loosen each of them 2 turns.
The slip clutch should be checked periodically and adjusted to compensate for wear. The lining plates are 1/8”
thick when new. Replace after 1/32” wear. If the mower has been idle for an extended period of time, or in wet
weather, before operating check to be sure the friction lining plates are not rusted/corroded together. Should
this occur refer to the procedure described in the “Seasonal Clutch Maintenance” section on the next page.
There are two friction lining plates in the slip clutch. These should be checked weekly for oil or grease, wear,
and moisture which could cause corrosion on the drive plates.
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SEASONAL CLUTCH MAINTENANCE
It is important that the clutches slip when an obstacle or load heavier than the clutch setting is encountered.
Therefore, if the machine sits outside longer than 30 days and is exposed to rain and/or humid air it is
important to make sure that the clutch lining plates are not rusted/corroded together. Before using the cutter
use the following procedure to make sure the clutch will slip and give the overload protection required.
1. Loosen nuts (Figure Mnt-R-0090) on springs until the springs are free, yet remain secure on bolts.
2. Attach cutter to tractor and start the tractor. Set the engine speed at 1200 RPM.
3. Mark outer plates as shown in Figure Mnt-R-0090.
4. Engage the PTO (approximately one second) and then quickly disengage it. The friction lining plates
should break loose (check the mark).
5. Turn tractor off. Tighten the nuts on the disc spring clutch until Belleville spring is flat, then loosen each nut
2 turns
All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not
limited to) - the Deflectors, Chain Guards, Steel Guards, Gearbox
Shields, PTO integral shields, and Retractable Door Shields should
be used and maintained in good working condition. All safety
devices should be inspected carefully at least daily for missing or
broken components. Missing, broken, or worn items must be
replaced at once to reduce the possibility of injury or death from
thrown objects, entanglement, or blade contact.
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STORAGE
Your rotary cutter represents an investment from which you should get the greatest possible benefit. Therefore,
when the season is over, the cutter should be thoroughly checked and prepared for storage so that a minimum
amount of work will be required to put it back into operation for the next season. The following are suggested
storage procedures:
1. Thoroughly clean the cutter.
2. Lubricate the cutter as covered in Maintenance Section.
3. Tighten all bolts and pins to the recommended torque.
4. Check the cutter for worn or damaged parts. Make replacements immediately.
5. Place driveline in storage position resting on bracket.
6. Store the cutter in a clean, dry place with the cutter housing resting on blocks.
7. Use spray touch-up enamel where necessary to prevent rust and maintain the appearance of the cutter.
PROPER TORQUE FOR FASTENERS
The chart lists the correct tightening torque for fasteners. When bolts are to be tightened or replaced, refer to
this chart to determine the grade of bolts and the proper torque except when specific torque values are
assigned in manual text.
RECOMMENDED TORQUE IN FOOT POUNDS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED IN THE MANUAL*
NOTE: These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier, dry or when lubricated with normal engine
oil. They do not apply if special graphited or molydisulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are
used. This applies to both UNF fine and UNC coarse threads.
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GEARBOX SERVICING (Models RX60 & RX84)
TOOLS NEEDED FOR DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF GEARBOX
1. Slide Hammer Puller
2. Locktite #5900
3. Punch - Long Drift
4. Needle Nose Pliers
5. Screw Driver
6. External Snap Ring Pliers
7. Socket Wrench
8. 9/16 Socket
9. Ball Pin Hammer
10. Pry Bar
Be certain to clamp or securely support the gearbox and sub-assemblies to prevent injuries
to hands and feet due to inadvertent dropping or falling over.
Always wear safety glasses and gloves to prevent eye and hand injury when chiseling or
hammering on metal components. Hardened metal will chip unexpectedly.
An assembled gearbox is quite heavy. Use a hoist or get help to handle them safely. Lift
carefully and properly using your legs to lift - not your back.
NOTICE: Refer to operator’s manual for instructions for proper re-assembly onto the mower deck. Tighten
correctly.
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GEARBOX DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove 6 cover bolts from input shaft bearing housing (2).
2. Tap around circumference of bearing housing (2) to loosen housing and shims. Then pull complete shaft
(6) and housing assembly out of main housing.
3. Remove 4 capscrews (14), break gasket loose (11 & 12), and then remove the bearing retainer cap (18).
(Mnt-R-0211)
4. Output shaft assembly must be removed from main housing by driving or pulling shaft out bottom end.
NOTE: Once lower bearing is out of housing the complete assembly will drop.
5. The gearbox is now disassembled into four (4) sub-assemblies:
1. Input shaft assembly
2. Output shaft assembly
3. Lower bearing retainer assembly
4. Main housing assembly
1. Housing
2. Lockwasher
3. Bolt
4. Input Cap
5. Input Shaft
6. Input Oil Seal
7. Shim (0.30)
8. Shim (0.50)
9. Input Gasket (0.10)
10. Input Gasket (0.25)
11. Gear Mounting Spacer
12. Output Spacer
13. Output Cap
14. Lockwasher
15. Bolt
16. Cotter Pin
17. Flanged Nut
18. Output Oil Seal
19. Output Cap Gasket (0.10)
20. Output Cap Gasket (0.25)
21. Output Shaft
22. Bearing Assembly
23. 15 Tooth Gear
24. Bearing Adjusting Nut
25. Cotter Pin
26. Bearing Assembly
27. Drain Plug
28. Sealing Washer
29. Spacer
30. 24 Tooth Gear
31. Dip Stick
32. Output Seal Protector
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RIGHT ANGLE GEARBOX (OUTBOARD) ASSEMBLY & DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURES
Input Shaft Removal
Step I.
Place Gearbox on appropriate work surface.
Step II.
Remove Vent Plug (item #32) and Dipstick (item #31).
Step III.
Turn Gearbox upside down allowing Oil to drain from gearbox into catch pan for proper disposal.
Step IV.
Turn Gearbox right side up and drop bottom into a hole for support or lay it on its side laying flat.
Step V.
Remove Bolts (item # 3) from front Bearing Cap (item # 4), this will allow front cover to be removed, It may be
required to drive a wedge between front cover and main housing to loosen cover.
Step VI.
Remove Input shaft (item #5) and Input Gear (item #31), Input Shaft should pull out with Gear and Bearing
Cones (item #27) still on it, Inner Bearing Cone may stay in Housing and Outer Bearing Cone should come off
with front Bearing cover.
Step VII.
Remove Inner Bearing Cone, Inner Spacer (item # 30), Outer Bearing Cone, Input Gear, Check now for Shims
(item # 7& 8) always note quantity of Shims.
Step VIII
Remove Input Seal (item # 6), Bearing Cup (item #27) from front Cover and bearing Cup (item#20) from back
of Main Housing (Casing) (item # 1).
Output Shaft Removal
Step I.
Remove Cotter Pin (item # 26) from Nut (item # 25) and Output Shaft (item # 22) this can be done by reaching
through opening in front of Main Housing. NOTE: Nut is installed with Loctite and may require heating to
remove. Heat nut to approx. 200 F, to ease removal
Step II.
Slide Output (Pinion) Gear (item # 24) up off of Output Shaft and out of Main Housing.
Step lll.
Remove 4 bolts (item # 15), which will allow output cap (item # 13) to be removed. This allows output shaft to
be removed through bottom opening.
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Step lV.
Reach in from front or top of Main Housing and remove upper Output Shaft Cone Bearing (item # 23)
Step V.
From the top of Main Housing drive out top and bottom Bearing Cups (item # 23). Spacer (item # 12) will fall out
once lower bearing cup comes out of housing.
Parts Inspection
Step I
Inspect and Clean all Parts. Check Bearings, Shafts, Gears, Housing and Covers. Shafts should be inspected
at Seal wear areas, Bearing areas, Splines, Threads and all surface areas. Check Housings for cracks and
condition of all holes that are threaded. Check Housing and covers where Seals drive in for Burrs and
scratches. If Bearing Cones are replaced always replace Cups with them. Gears should not have and rough
surfaces where the gears run together. On Main Housing remove any old Gasket Sealer, Scratches, Wash and
completely clean it.
Output Shaft Installation
STEP I
Install Upper Output Shaft Bearing Cup (item # 23) into Main Housing from the bottom. NOTE!: Direction
bearing cup must be installed. Insert spacer (item # 12). Install lower bearing cup (item #23) into main housing
and seat firmly against spacer (item # 12)
STEP II
Install Lower Bearing Cone (item #23) down over Output Shaft from top making sure it is firmly seated against
shoulder on Shaft.
STEP III
Insert Output Shaft (item # 22) into Main Housing from the bottom till Lower Bearing Cone is seated into Lower
Bearing Cup, Slide Upper Bearing Cone down over Output Shaft from the till it seats against and into upper
output Shaft Bearing Cup.
STEP IV
Slide Output Gear (item # 24) down over Output Shaft till it sits against upper Bearing Cone. NOTE!: Place one
shim (item # 7) between gear (item # 24) and top bearing.
STEP V
Install Output Shaft Bearing Adjusting nut (item # 25) Tighten Nut to set Pre-Load on Output Shaft Bearings.
Bearing Preload should be from 15 to 25 inch pounds of Rolling Torque.
STEP VI
Using Soft Metal (Brass or Aluminum) Pin, Strike both ends of Shaft with a hammer and recheck the Bearing
Pre-Load, This is to ensure Bearings and components are centered and seated. If Bearing Pre-Load is OK
insert Cotter Pin (item # 26) and Bend ends.
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STEP VII
Press new output seal (item # 19) into output cap (item # 13). Using one gasket (item # 20) install lower output
cap into main housing. Retain using bolts and washers (items # 14 & 15). NOTE!: Use gasket sealant between
all parts!
Input Shaft Installation
STEP I
Install Inner Bearing Cup (item # 27) into back of main Housing (item # 1), Make sure Cup is seated into Main
Housing.
STEP II
Install Outer Bearing Cup (item # 27) into back of Front input cap (item # 4). Make sure Cup is Seated into front
cap.
STEP III
Install Spacer (item # 30) onto input Shaft (item # 5) from the front. Install Shims (item # 7 & 8) onto input Shaft
from the front. For quantity of Shims refer to Step 7. Under Input Shaft Removal.
STEP IV
Install Input Gear (item #31) on to Input Shaft from the front, Install Outer Bearing Cone (item # 27) on to input
shaft and slide down till it seats against Gear. Install Inner Bearing Cone (item # 27) Onto input shaft.
STEP V
Insert Input Shaft with all components down into Main Housing till Inner Bearing Cone is seated into Inner
Bearing Cup. Rotate output shaft back & forth slightly to determine approx. gear back lash. If backlash seems
large, it will be necessary to remove a shim (item # 7 or 8). If not enough backlash is present then add a shim
(item 7 or 8). Proper gear backlash is between 0.015" to 0.025".
STEP VI
Input Seal (item # 6) can be installed now or wait till later. With Shims (item # 9&10) lower Input Bearing Cap
(item # 4) down over Input Shaft. Install Bolts (item # 3) into Bearing Cap and tighten them, Check Bearing Pre-
Load. Bearing Preload should be from 12 to 14 pounds of Rolling Torque, if rolling torque is low remove shim
(item# 9 or 10) and if high, add shims. Check backlash of gears again to make sure they are set correctly.
Reshim using shims (items # 7 & 8) as required Once all shims are properly set remove input cap (item # 4)
and apply gasket sealer and reinstall cap and tighten all bolts to recommended torque levels.
STEP VII
Fill Gearbox with Oil, until proper oil level shows on dipstick, Stop and wait about 10 minutes so oil will have
time to run down around Output Shaft bearings then finish filling with oil, This procedure may take longer on
Cold days or Shorter on Hot days. Always recheck Oil Level after gearbox has been run approximately 1/2
hour.
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GEARBOX SERVICING (Model RX72)
TOOLS NEEDED FOR DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF GEARBOX
1. Slide Hammer Puller
2. Locktite #5900
3. Punch - Long Drift
4. Needle Nose Pliers
5. Screw Driver
6. External Snap Ring Pliers
7. Socket Wrench
8. 9/16 Socket
9. Ball Pin Hammer
10. Pry Bar
Be certain to clamp or securely support the gearbox and sub-assemblies to prevent injuries
to hands and feet due to inadvertent dropping or falling over.
Always wear safety glasses and gloves to prevent eye and hand injury when chiseling or
hammering on metal components. Hardened metal will chip unexpectedly.
An assembled gearbox is quite heavy. Use a hoist or get help to handle them safely. Lift
carefully and properly using your legs to lift - not your back.
NOTICE: Refer to operator’s manual for instructions for proper re-assembly onto the mower deck. Tighten
correctly.
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ITEM QTY DESCRIPTION
1. 1 Casing
1. 1 Crown Wheel
2. 2 Bearing
3. 1 Oil Seal
4. 1 Shaft
5. 2 Internal Clip
6. 2 Shim
7. 1 External Clip
8. 1 Nut
9. 1 Shim
10. 1 Protective Shield
11. 1 Oil Seal
12. 2 Bearing
13. 1 Shaft
14. 1 Bevel Pinion
15. 1 Cotter Pin
16. 1 Shim
17. 1 Plug
18. 1 Cap
19. 4 Hex Bolt
20. 1 Breather Dipstick
21. 1 Cover
22. 1 Shim
23. 1 Nut, Output Shaft
24. 1 Washer, Output Shaft
25. 1 Cotter Pin
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Top Input Shaft Preload Setting
Step I.
Drive bearing cup #3 into place on side of gearbox closest to gear. Insert shim #17 if used and install retaining
ring #6. Drive bearing cup #3 back against shim #17 retaining ring #6.
Step II.
Insert bearing cone #3 and gear #2 into approximate locations. Install external clip #8 into proper groove in
shaft #5. Insert shaft #5 into gear #2 and press as far as external clip #8 allows.
Step III.
Press bearing cone #3 onto rear end of shaft #5 against shoulder on shaft. Insert bearing cup #3 and drive into
housing as far as possible. Insert shims #7 against bearing #3 and install internal clip #6.
Step IV.
Tap on input side of shaft #5 and check for end play in bearings. If end play is present additional shims must be
added to rear as in Step 3.
Step V.
Check gear backlash. BAcklash should always be present and should be between 0.12 and 0.020 inches. If
not then shims #7 and #17 must be exchanged between input and rear sides of gearbox. To increase backlash
place a thinner shim on input si9de and thicker shim at rear. To decrease backlash reverse procedure.
Step VI.
Press in all seals and caps and install top cover plate.
Right Angle Gearbox Assembly & Disassembly Procedures
Refer to FIGURE Mnt-R-0404 for location of all item numbers in procedure
REMOVE INPUT SHAFT
Step I.
Place gearbox on appropriate work surface. Remove bolts #20 retaining top cover plate. #22.
Step II.
Drive sharp object (chisel) through seal #4 and force out of housing #1. Repeat procedure for back cap #19.
Step III.
Remove retaining rings #6 from both sides of gearbox. NOTE: Location of shims between bearing and
retaining ring and mark for later installation.
Step IV.
Remove shaft from housing by pressing on splined end of shaft. Bearing cone #3 and gear #2 will remain in
housing. Remove by lifting out. Press bearing cone off rear end of shaft.
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Output Shaft Removal
Step I.
Remove protective shield #11 by prying out.
Step II.
Remove cotter pin #16 and slotted nut #9 from top end of output shaft.
Step III.
Using long punch or bar inserted through top drive shaft #14 out bottom end. NOTE: Bearing will push seal out
bottom.
Step IV.
Remove gear #15, shim #10, #23, and bearing cone #13 from main housing. Note and mark shims #10 and
#23 so they may be reused during assembly.
Step V.
Using long punch or bar drive bearing cup #13 from both ends. Press bearing cone #13 from lower end of shaft
#14.
Assembly Procedure
Reassemble gearbox in the reverse order that it was disassembled.
OUTPUT SHAFT PRELOAD SETTING
Tighten nut on top of shaft using 2-3/16 or 55 mm socket. Using hammer tap both ends of shaft to seat parts and then
check preload. Rolling torque should be 15 to 20 inch pounds. Adjust nut to reach setting.
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INFORMACIÓN DE PARTES
NOTA: Si necessita un manual completamente en español por favor de ponerse en contacto a; Translations,
dirección 1502 E. Walnut Street Seguin, TX 78155; Fax: (830) 372-9529
INFORMACIÓN DE PARTES
Cortacéspedes de ALAMO INDUSTRIAL usan balanceado y componentes del sistema de igualdad para los
portadores de la lámina, las láminas, los cortador-ejes, los cuchillos, las suspensiones del cuchillo, los
rodillos, los componentes del engranajes de conducciòn
y los cojinetes. Estas piezas se hacen y se prueban
a las especificaciones de ALAMO INDUSTRIAL. Partes de No-genuino “caber” piezas no resuelven
constantemente estas especificaciones. El uso de “caber” piezas puede reducir el funcionamiento del
cortacéspedes, garantías vacías del cortacéspedes y presentar un peligro de seguridad. ¡Utilice las piezas
genuinas de cortacéspedes del ALAMO INDUSTRIAL para la economía y la seguridad!
(SPAM-1 SP)
VEA A SU VENDEDOR ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
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RIESGOS CON EL MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTO
MANTENGA LOS IMPLEMENTOS EN BUENAS CONDICIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO, A TRAVÉS DE UN
SERVICIO, REPARACIÓN O MANTENIMIENTO APROPIADO.
ANTES DE REALIZAR TAREAS DE SERVICIO, REPARACIÓN Y MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTO:
ASEGURE EL EQUIPO PARA EL SERVICIO
BLOQUE LOS RIESGOS POTENCIALES DE ENERGÍA;piezas giratorias, componentes levantados, presión hidráulica.
APAGUE EL MOTOR Y EL PTO, coloque el freno de mano, descienda el implemento, espere a que se detengan todas las partes
móviles y quite la llave antes de bajarse del tractor.
COLOQUE el implemento sobre el suelo o trabe de manera segura los equipos elevados. Utilice bloques grandes sobre suelo
blando o húmedo.
CIERRE FIRMEMENTE Y TRABE las alas del implemento levantado.
TRABE LA LENGUA DEL IMPLEMENTO con bloques grandes y el gato de remolque. NO gateé o trabajar debajo del implemento
solo sostenido por el gato de remolque.
EMPUJE y JALE la palanca del Cilindro Hidráulico Remoto para liberar la presión hidráulica.
DESCONECTE las mangueras hidráulicas de implemento del tractor.
DESCONECTE la línea de conducción del IMPLEMENTO del EJE DE PTO del tractor.
USE GAFAS DE SEGURIDAD y GUANTES PROTECTORES y siga todos los PROCEDIMIENTOS DE SEGURIDAD al realizar
tareas de servicio, reparación y mantenimiento sobre el implemento:
•Siempre USE GUANTES protectores al manipular las hojas, cuchillas, bordes filosos o un componente desgastado con bordes
filosos.
•Siempre USE GUANTES y GAFAS DE SEGURIDAD al reparar componentes en caliente
EVITE EL CONTACTO con tanques de aceite hidráulico, bombas, motores, válvulas y superficies de conexión de mangueras
calientes.
SUJETE FIRMEMENTE o TRABE EN POSICIÓN ELEVADA todos los implementos, bastidores y componentes elevados antes de
trabajar sobre los equipos que se encuentran debajo.
DETENGA el movimiento de todos los implementos y APAGUE EL MOTOR DEL TRACTOR antes de realizar ninguna tarea.
USE una escalera o gradas elevadas para alcanzar áreas altas del equipo a las que no se pueda acceder desde la tierra.
ASEGÚRESE de estar bien apoyado sobre superficies sólidas planas al subirse al implemento para realizar tareas.
SIGA las instrucciones del fabricante sobre cómo manipular los lubricantes, solventes, limpiadores y otros agentes químicos.
NO cambie ninguna calibración hidráulica de fábrica para evitar fallas de los componentes o equipos.
NO modifique o altere el implemento, las funciones o componentes.
NO SUELDE o repare los componentes de la cortadora. Esto puede causar vibraciones y fallas de los componentes que se
desprendan de la cortadora.
REALICE LAS TAREAS DE SERVICIO, REPARACIÓN, LUBRICACIÓN Y MANTENIMIENTO QUE SE DESCRIBEN EN LA
SECCIÓN DE MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTO:
INS
PECCIONE el implemento para detectar sujeciones sueltas, partes gastadas o rotas, ajustes sueltos o con filtraciones, que los
pasadores tengan chavetas y arandelas, y las partes móviles para detectar el desgaste.
REEMPLACE todas las partes gastadas o rotas con repuestos autorizados.
LUBRIQUE la unidad tal como se especifica en el cronograma de lubricación.
NUNCA lubrique, ajuste o quite material mientras el equipo está en funcionamiento o movimiento.
AJUSTE todas las tuercas y pernos tal como se especifica.
INSPECCIÓN DE CUCHILLAS:
REEMPLACE las cuchillas dobladas, dañadas, agrietadas o rotas inmediatamente por cuchillas nuevas.
EVITE fallas de las cuchillas y que vuelen trozos de cuchillas. NO enderece, suelde o suelde con superficies rígidas.
INSPECCIÓN DE PROTECTORES DE SEGURIDAD, GUARDAS Y DISPOSITIVOS DE SEGURIDAD:
MANTENGA en su lugar y en buen estado todos los deflectores, protectores de cadena, protectores de acero, cubiertas de caja de
engranajes, cubiertas integrales de PTO, bandas, faldones laterales y zapatas antideslizantes.
REEMPLACE cualquier protector, cubierta o dispositivo de seguridad faltante, roto o gastado.
El escape del motor, al igual que algunos de sus componentes, y determinados elementos del vehículo contienen o emiten agentes
químicos que el estado de California ha determinado que causan cáncer, defectos de nacimiento y otros daños reproductivos.
Las terminales de baterías y los accesorios relacionados contienen plomo y componentes de plomo, que el estado de California ha
determinado son químicos que causan cáncer, defectos de nacimiento u otros daños reproductivos.
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RIESGOS EN TRANSPORTE
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE AL REMOLCAR O TRANSPORTAR EQUIPOS:
MANTENGA la velocidad de transporte POR DEBAJO DE 20 millas por hora para mantener el control del equipo.
REDUZCA LA VELOCIDAD en terreno inclinado, en las curvas y en condiciones de remolque desfavorables.
NO REMOLQUE camiones u otros vehículos
USE un tractor de tamaño adecuado y equipado en función del equipo de remolque.
SIGA todas las reglamentaciones de tránsito locales.
REQUISITOS DEL TRACTOR PARA REMOLCAR O TRANSPORTAR IMPLEMENTOS:
SÓLO TRANSPORTE en el tractor con el mecanismo ROPS (antivuelco) en posición elevada.
USE un tractor de tamaño adecuado y equipado, que supere el peso del implemento en al menos un 20%
MANTENGA EL 20% del peso del tractor en las ruedas frontales para mantener la dirección en forma segura.
ANTES DE TRANSPORTAR O REMOLCAR EL IMPLEMENTO:
INSPECCIÓN DEL TRACTOR:
VERIFIQUE la dirección y los frenos para asegurarse el correcto funcionamiento y las condiciones adecuadas.
VERIFIQUE LLEVAR EL AVISO DE SMV, los reflectores y las luces de advertencia para la adecuada operación y
visibilidad detrás de la unidad.
VERIFIQUE que no haya impedimentos a la visión mientras conduce, en el tractor, la cabina o el implemento,
sentado en el asiento del tractor.
AJUSTE su posición de conducción, los espejos y el transporte del implemento para tener una visión clara para
condiciones de conducción y tránsito.
PREPARE EL IMPLEMENTO PARA EL TRANSPORTE O EL REMOLQUE:
DESAPLIQUE EL PTO
ELEVE LA CORTADORA
QUITE todo material cortado que se acumule en la plataforma de la cortadora.
CORTADORA AL REMOLQUE-INSTALE
TRABAS DE TRANSPORTE Y CADENA DE SEGURIDAD:
INSTALE los paradores o pernos de transporte en el cilindro de eje central.
AJUSTE LA CADENA DE SEGURIDAD del implemento al tractor.
DETERMINAR LAS CARACTERÍSTICAS DE DETENCIÓN DEL TRACTOR Y EL IMPLEMENTO PARA EL
TRANSPORTE O REMOLQUE:
PRUEBAS DE FRENADO:
FRENE a velocidades en aumento.
Observe las distancias de DETENCIÓN con el aumento de velocidad.
DETERMINE la velocidad de transporte máxima segura que no supere las 20 millas por hora
DETERMINE LA VELOCIDAD DE GIRO MÁXIMA ANTES DE OPERAR EN CARRETERAS O TERRENO
IRREGULAR:
PONGA A PRUEBA el equipo aumentando lentamente la velocidad en las curvas para determinar si se puede
operar a mayor velocidad.
USE MENORES velocidades de giro en las curvas pronunciadas para evitar el vuelco.
AL REMOLCAR O TRANSPORTAR EL EQUIPO:
Siempre USE EL CINTURÓN DE SEGURIDAD al operar o transportar la cortadora.
USE bajas velocidades para evitar el vuelco con el implemento elevado.
USE bajas velocidades y dirección gradual en las curvas, colinas, o en superficies irregulares o poco uniformes, y en
carreteras mojadas.
ENCIENDA LAS BALIZAS DE ADVERTENCIA del tractor.
TENGA EN CUENTA el espacio necesario para el vaivén del implemento en las curvas. PN TH02 SP
SEGURIDAD
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SEGURIDAD
RIESGOS ELÉCTRICOS Y DE FUEGO
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CONTACTO ELÉCTRICO AL
TRABAJAR CERCA DE CABLES ELÉCTRICOS, LÍNEAS DE GAS Y DE SERVICIOS:
INSPECCIONE el área de corte para que no interfiera con cables de alimentación eléctricos subterráneos,
obstrucciones, líneas de gas, cables y servicios, estructuras municipales o de otro tipo.
MANTENGA todas las alas elevadas a 3 metros (10 pies) o una mayor distancia de todos los cables de
alimentación y obstrucciones elevadas.
NO ponga en contacto la cortadora con ninguna estructura u obstrucción de servicios o municipales.
LLAME AL 811 y al 1-800-258-0808 para identificar cables de servicios subterráneos.
PAUTAS DE PREVENCIÓN DE INCENDIOS durante la operación, reparación y servicio de la cortadora y el
tractor, a fin de reducir el riesgo de incendio del equipo y de la vegetación:
El tractor debe estar EQUIPADO CON MATAFUEGOS
NO OPERE la cortadora sobre un tractor equipado con escape debajo del bastidor
NO FUME ni acerque fuego directo a la cortadora o el tractor
NO CONDUZCA sobre residuos encendidos o en áreas recientemente quemadas
EVITE LA FORMACIÓN DE CHISPAS al no permitir que la hoja de la cortadora entre en contacto con objetos
sólidos como metal o roca.
AJUSTE LOS EMBRAGUES DESLIZANTES para evitar el deslizamiento excesivo y el calentamiento de la
placa del embrague.
LIMPIE todo resto de hierba o residuo acumulado alrededor de las líneas de conducción de la cortadora, los
embragues deslizantes y cajas de cambios.
APAGUE EL MOTOR al cargar combustible.
PN EF02 SP
SEGURIDAD
RX60/72/84 10/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-11
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SEGURIDAD
RIESGO DE FILTRACION DE ACEITE HIDRÁULICO DE ALTA PRESIÓN
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR PENETRACIÓN DE FILTRACIONES DE
ACEITE HIDRÁULICO DE ALTA PRESIÓN:
NO OPERE el equipo con filtraciones de aceite o combustible.
MANTENGA todas las mangueras hidráulicas, líneas y conexiones en BUEN ESTADO y AJUSTADAS antes de
aplicar presión al sistema.
LIBERE LA PRESIÓN HIDRÁULICA antes de desconectar las líneas o trabajar en el sistema.
QUITE y reemplace la manguera si sospecha que tiene filtraciones. Solicite al distribuidor que verifique si hay
filtraciones.
LAS FILTRACIONES DE LÍQUIDO DE ALTA PRESIÓN PUEDEN NO SER VISIBLES.
AL VERIFICAR FILTRACIONES HIDRÁULICAS Y TRABAJAR CERCA DE LOS SISTEMAS HIDRÁULICOS:
SIEMPRE USE gafas de seguridad y guantes impenetrables.
USE papel o cartón para verificar si hay filtraciones.
NO USE las manos o partes del cuerpo para detectar filtraciones.
MANTENGA las manos y el cuerpo LEJOS de los orificios de clavijas y boquillas de eyección de fluido hidráulico.
El fluido hidráulico puede causar gangrena si no es extirpado quirúrgicamente de inmediato por un médico
especializado en este tipo de lesiones.
PN HP01 SP
SEGURIDAD
RX60/72/84 10/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-10
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SEGURIDAD
RIESGO DEL CONTACTO A LAS CUCHILLAS DE CORTADORA
MANTÉNGASE LEJOS DE LAS CUCHILLAS GIRATORIAS PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES
O LA MUERTE POR CONTACTO CON LA CUCHILLA:
MANTÉNGASE LEJOS y NO ACERQUE LAS MANOS, LOS PIES y EL CUERPO a las cuchillas giratorias, líneas
de conducción y partes hasta que todos los elementos móviles se hayan detenido.
NO ponga las manos o los pies debajo de las plataformas de la cortadora
DETENGA las CUCHILLAS giratorias antes de elevar la plataforma de la cortadora o las alas
DETENGA la cortadora, EXAMÍNELA Y PRESTE ATENCIÓN A LOS SONIDOS antes de acercarse a la cortadora
para asegurarse de que se haya detenido todo el movimiento giratorio.
PN MB01 SP
SEGURIDAD
RX60/72/84 10/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-9
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SEGURIDAD
RIESGO DE ENREDO POR EL PTO
MANTÉNGASE ALEJADO DE LAS LÍNEAS DE CONDUCCIÓN Y OTROS ELEMENTOS
GIRATORIOS PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE:
MANTÉNGASE LEJOS
y NO ACERQUE las manos, los pies y el cuerpo a las cuchillas giratorias, líneas de
conducción y partes hasta que todos los elementos móviles se hayan detenido.
DETENGA la cortadora, EXAMÍNELA Y PRESTE ATENCIÓN A LOS SONIDOS antes de acercarse a la cortadora
para asegurarse de que se haya detenido todo el movimiento giratorio.
LOS ELEMENTOS GIRATORIOS SIGUEN ROTANDO una vez apagada la PTO.
PROTECCIÓN DE LA PTO:
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR ENREDO AL OPERAR EL IMPLEMENTO:
MANTENGA instalados los protectores, las cubiertas integrales de las líneas de conducción y las cubiertas de
entrada
NO OPERE la cortadora si los protectores o cubiertas no están bien colocados o faltan.
REEMPLACE O REPÁRELOS si faltan, están dañados o rotos
SIEMPRE REEMPLACE LOS PROTECTORES que se han quitado para tareas de reparación o mantenimiento.
PARA EVITAR que la línea de conducción se rompa durante las operaciones:
VERIFIQUE que la línea de conducción tenga el largo adecuado entre el eje de PTO y el eje de la caja de cambios
del implemento.
Las líneas de conducción demasiado cortas se pueden soltar o romper.
Las líneas de conducción demasiado largas pueden tocar el suelo.
Un ensamblaje telescópico de la línea de conducción que toque el suelo no se deslizará y se solidificará.
Si la línea de conducción toca el suelo, puede atravesar los cojinetes de soporte y romper el eje de PTO.
EVITE hacer curvas pronunciadas o elevar la cortadora a alturas que puedan hacer caer la línea de conducción.
Lubrique los componentes telescópicos del eje de transmisión en forma semanal.
COMUNÍQUESE CON EL DISTRIBUIDOR
si la línea de conducción del implemento no coincide con el eje de
PTO del tractor:
NO UTILICE UN ADAPTADOR DE PTO.
El uso de un adaptador de PTO puede causar vibración excesiva, caída de objetos, fallas de las cuchillas y el
implemento como consecuencia de la duplicación de la velocidad operativa. El aumento de la longitud de trabajo
puede exponer áreas desprotegidas de la línea de conducción.
PN PE01 SP
SEGURIDAD
RX60/72/84 10/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-8
© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.
SEGURIDAD
RIESGO DE ATROPELLO
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CAÍDA DEL TRACTOR O ATROPELLO
DEL EQUIPO:
USE tractores equipados con SISTEMA ANTIVUELCO (ROPS) y CINTURONES DE SEGURIDAD para las
operaciones de corte.
MANTENGA EL SISTEMA ROPS trabado en posición vertical.
SÓLO ENCIENDA el tractor sentado en el asiento del tractor.
SIEMPRE ABRÓCHESE el cinturón de seguridad al operar el tractor y los equipos.
SÓLO OPERE el tractor y el equipo sentado en el asiento del tractor.
NUNCA LLEVE A OTRAS PERSONAS en el tractor o implemento.
AL SUBIR Y BAJAR DEL TRACTOR:
• SÓLO suba o baje del tractor cuando éste y sus partes móviles estén detenidos.
• APAGUE EL MOTOR Y LA TDF, coloque el freno de mano, descienda del implemento, espere a que se detengan
todas las partes móviles y quite la llave antes de bajarse del tractor. PN RO01 SP
SEGURIDAD
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SEGURIDAD
RIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOS Continuado
OPERACIÓN DE LA CORTADORA:
NO exceda la capacidad de corte nominal de la cortadora, ni corte elementos que no sean vegetación.
USE CABINAS DE TRACTOR CERRADAS
cuando haya dos o más cortadoras operando en un mismo
sector.
.
AJUSTE las secciones de la cortadora o la ala cercana y paralela al suelo sin exponer las cuchillas
AJUSTE LA ALTURA de corte para EVITAR EL CONTACTO DE LAS CUCHILLAS con objetos sólidos,
como alambres, piedras, postes, cordones, guardarrailes y obstrucciones fijas.
NO opere la cortadora con la(s) ala(s) elevada(s) o en posición de transporte.
DETENGA LA CORTADORA de inmediato si las cuchillas entran en contacto con objetos pesados,
estructuras fijas, guardarrailes de metal y estructuras de cemento:
1. LAS CUCHILLAS PUEDEN FALLAR con el impacto y los objetos pueden ser arrojados a gran
velocidad.
2. INSPECCIONE y REEMPLACE las cuchillas dañadas.
3. VERIFIQUE el equilibrio del porta cuchillas y REEMPLÁCELO si está dañado.
NO opere la cortadora en agua PARA EVITAR una posible FALLA DE LAS CUCHILLAS.
EVITE OPERAR LA CORTADORA en reversa:
1. DETENGA EL PTO y retroceda la cortadora.
2. DESCIENDA la cortadora, encienda el PTO y corte hacia adelante.
DETENGA EL PTO y las CUCHILLAS al elevar el implemento o la cortadora a posición de transporte.
NO ENCIENDA EL PTO con la cortadora en posición de transporte.
DETENGA la cortadora cuando se produzca VIBRACIÓN EXCESIVA:
1. DETENGA EL PTO Y EL MOTOR del tractor.
2. INSPECCIONE la cortadora para detectar la fuente de la vibración
3. REEMPLACE
toda parte dañada o las CUCHILLAS dobladas o dañadas. PN TO02-X SP
SEGURIDAD
RX60/72/84 10/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-6
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SEGURIDAD
RIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOS
LAS CORTADORAS GIRATORIAS PUEDEN ARROJAR OBJETOS A 90 METROS (300 PIES) O MÁS EN
CONDICIONES ADVERSAS.
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE AL OPERADOR O TRANSEÚNTES COMO CONSECUENCIA DE OBJETOS
ARROJADOS:
MANTENGA a los transeúntes a 100 metros de distancia (300 pies)
NO OPERE LA CORTADORA SI HAY PERSONAS A MENOS DE 100 METROS(300 PIES), SALVO QUE:
Todos los PROTECTORES CONTRA OBJETOS ARROJADOS estén colocados y en buen funcionamiento al operar la cortadora,
entre los que se incluyen los deflectores frontales y traseros, los protectores de cadena, los protectores de acero, las bandas, los
faldones laterales y las zapatas antideslizantes.
Las partes de la cortadora o la ala estén ajustadas cerca y paralelas al suelo, sin exponer las cuchillas.
Se ha inspeccionado el ÁREA DE CORTE y se han quitado todos los materiales extraños y residuos.
LOS TRANSEÚNTES estén en el interior de un vehículo cerrado.
ANTES DE OPERAR LA CORTADORA, INSPECCIONE EL ÁREA PARA DETECTAR LA POSIBILIDAD DE OBJETOSQUE
PUEDAN SER LANZADOS:
QUITE residuos, piedras, cables, alambres, objetos metálicos y cualquier otro objetos extraños del área.
Los alambres, cables, sogas, cadenas y objetos metálicos pueden ser arrojados o salir desprendidos de la plataforma a gran
velocidad:
1. MARQUE los objetos que no se puedan quitar.
2. EVITE estos objetos cuando use la cortadora.
INSPECCIÓN DEL ÁREA PARA DETECTAR HIERBA ALTA Y MALEZAS:
INSPECCIONE Y QUITE cualquier residuo oculto de gran tamaño.
PASE LA CORTADORA a una altura intermedia
INSPECCIONE y quite el residuo restante
PASE LA CORTADORA a la altura final
PROTECCIÓN CONTRA OBJETOS ARROJADOS DE LA CORTADORA:
MANTENGA todos los protectores contra objetos arrojados en su lugar y en buen funcionamiento al operar la cortadora, entre los
que se incluyen los deflectores frontales y traseros, los protectores de cadena, los protectores de acero, las bandas, los faldones
laterales y las zapatas antideslizantes.
NO OPERE LA CORTADORA si falta algún protector contra objetos arrojados, o si éstos están dañados.
DERECHO DE PASO (autopista) CON LA CORTADORA
UTILICE PROTECTORES DE CADENA DOBLES para autopistas, derecho de paso, parques o cortes en cinturón verde donde
pueda haber viviendas, vehículos o ganado dentro de los 100 metros (300 pies) de la cortadora.
Ninguna protección ofrece una eficacia del 100% en la prevención de objetos arrojados. Para reducir la posibilidad de que se pro-
duzcan lesiones:
1. MANTENGA LOS PROTECTORES DE LA CORTADORA, los faldones laterales, la zapatas antideslizantes y las cuchillas en
buen estado de funcionamiento,
2. ELEVE LA ALTURA DE CORTE a 15 CM (6 PULGADAS) como mínimo,
3. INSPECCIONE EL ÁREA con cuidado antes de pasar la cortadora para ELIMINAR el posible riesgo de OBJETOS
ARROJADOS,
4. NUNCA PERMITA QUE LAS CUCHILLAS EN MOVIMIENTO ENTREN EN CONTACTO CON OBJETOS SÓLIDOS como
alambres, piedras, postes, cordones, guardarrailes o el suelo.
PN TO02 SP
SEGURIDAD
RX60/72/84 10/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-5
© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.
SEGURIDAD
RIESGO DE APLASTAMIENTO
PARA EVITAR UNA LESIÓN GRAVE O LA MUERTE POR CAÍDA DEL TRACTOR, O EL APLASTAMIENTO,
VUELCO Y APLASTAMIENTO DE UN EQUIPO POR LA CAÍDA DE UNA ALA O UN IMPLEMENTO:
USE tractores equipados con SISTEMA ANTIVUELCO (ROPS) y CINTURONES DE SEGURIDAD para las operaciones de
corte.
MANTENGA EL SISTEMA ROPS trabado en posición vertical.
SIEMPRE ABRÓCHESE el cinturón de seguridad al operar el tractor y los equipos.
SÓLO OPERE el tractor y el equipo sentado en el asiento del tractor.
AL ELEVAR O DESCENDER EL IMPLEMENTO:
Eleve o descienda SÓLO CUANDO ESTÉ SENTADO en el asiento del tractor, con el cinturón de seguridad ajustado.
Eleve o descienda SÓLO cuando la lengüeta del implemento esté firmemente ajustada a la barra de tracción del tractor
PARA EVITAR el vuelco del implemento.
MANTENGA A LOS TRANSEÚNTES FUERA del área de operación PARA EVITAR accidentes por aplastamiento.
Los equipos ELEVADOS se pueden caer por fallas mecánicas o hidráulicas o por un movimiento inesperado de la palanca de
control.
PARA EVITAR LA CAÍDA DEL EQUIPO al trabajar cerca o debajo de los componentes o implementos
elevados por un enganche de tractor de 3 puntos:
SUJETE CON FIRMEZA o bloquee en posición vertical todos los equipos, alas y componentes elevados.
BLOQUEE EN POSICIÓN VERTICAL y sujete con firmeza el equipo antes de poner las manos, los pies o el cuerpo debajo
de los equipos o componentes elevados.
AL ESTACIONAR el implemento y el tractor:
DESCIENDA el implemento, TRABE o BLOQUEE las partes elevadas antes de alejarse del equipo.
NUNCA deje un implemento sin atención en posición elevada.
PARA EVITAR LA CAÍDA O EL APLASTAMIENTO DE NIÑOS POR EL EQUIPO:
NUNCA DEJE que los niños jueguen sobre el tractor o los implementos, ni en sus alrededores.
WHEN UNHITCHING IMPLEMENT:
AL DESENGANCHAR EL IMPLEMENTO:
DESCIENDA el implemento, TRABE o BLOQUEE las partes elevadas antes de alejarse del equipo.
USE el gato de la lengüeta para controlar el movimiento de la lengüeta del implemento
USE el GATO de le lengüeta para elevar lengüetas de implementos pesados.
EVITE recargar el gato para evitar falla al gato y una lesión al operador.
PN CH02 SP
SEGURIDAD
RX60/72/84 10/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-4
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SEGURIDAD
SEGURIDAD DE CONECTAR O DESCONECTAR IMPLEMENTO
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR APLASTAMIENTO POR EL TRACTOR O
IMPLEMENTO:
AL DAR MARCHA ATRÁS el tractor hacia el enganche del implemento:
NO PERMITA QUE HAYA PERSONAS entre el tractor y el implemento
ANTES de conectar y desconectar el enganche del implemento:
APAGUE EL MOTOR DEL TRACTOR, coloque la palanca en “estacionar", ponga el freno de mano y saque la llave.
Al conectar y desconectar el enganche del implemento:
NO se agache o camine debajo de la cortadora o la ala en posición elevada.
USE el GATO con lengüeta para elevar lengüetas de implementos pesados a fin de controlar el movimiento de la lengüeta del
implemento.
EVITE recargar el gato para evitar una falla de éste y una lesión al operador.
AL CONECTAR LA LÍNEA DE CONDUCCIÓN DEL IMPLEMENTO:
PARA EVITAR que la línea de conducción del implemento se suelte durante la operación:
LUBRIQUE el anillo de cierre del resorte del yugo para asegurarse de que se deslice libremente sobre el eje de PTO
ASEGURE las bolas de cierre del yugo en la muesca del eje de PTO.
PRESIONE y JALE DE LA LÍNEA DE CONDUCCIÓN del EJE DE TOMA DE FUERZA(PTO) del tractor y del implemento para
asegurarse de que estén FIRMEMENTE SUJETADOS
PARA EVITAR que la línea de conducción se rompa durante las operaciones:
VERIFIQUE que la línea de conducción tenga el largo adecuado entre el eje de PTO y el eje de la caja de cambios del implemento.
Las líneas de conducción demasiado cortas se pueden soltar o romper.
Las líneas de conducción demasiado largas pueden tocar el suelo.
Un ensamblaje telescópico de la línea de conducción que toque el suelo no se deslizará y se solidificará.
Si la línea de conducción toca el suelo, puede atravesar los cojinetes de soporte y romper el eje de PTO.
COMUNÍQUESE CON EL DISTRIBUIDOR si la línea de conducción del implemento no coincide con el eje de TDF del tractor:
NO UTILICE UN ADAPTADOR DE PTO.
El uso de un adaptador de PTO puede ocasionar:
Vibración excesiva, caída de objetos, fallas de la hoja y el implemento como consecuencia de la duplicación de la velocidad opera-
tiva.
Mayor extensión de trabajo, lo que deja expuestas áreas desprotegidas de la línea de conducción e implica el riesgo de enredo con
otros objetos.
NO conecte la cortadora a un tractor con la TDF directamente conectada a la transmisión del tractor.
PN CD02 SP
SEGURIDAD
RX60/72/84 10/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-3
© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.
SEGURIDAD
SEGURIDAD DEL OPERADOR
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE, SIGA LAS SIGUIENTES INSTRUCCIONES:
LEA, COMPRENDA y SIGA las instrucciones del Manual del Operador, al igual que las Advertencias y Mensajes de
Seguridad.
USE GAFAS DE SEGURIDAD, calzado protector, casco, protección auditiva y guantes al operar o reparar el equipo
USE un aparato de respiración apropiado al operar en condiciones polvorientas a fin de evitar contraer
enfermedades respiratorias.
NO USE prendas sueltas o joyas que se puedan enredar con las partes giratorias y causar una lesión.
NO CONSUMA DROGAS o ALCOHOL antes o durante la operación del equipo.
NO PERMITA que nadie opere el equipo bajo los efectos negativos de las drogas o el alcohol.
CONSULTE a un médico para conocer los efectos desfavorables de la medicación sobre los sentidos.
MANTÉNGASE ALERTA, la operación prolongada puede causar fatiga. HAGA UNA PAUSA y DESCANSE.
SEGURIDAD DE OPERACIÓN GENERAL
CONDICIONES DE VISIBILIDAD AL USAR LA CORTADORA:
OPERE LA CORTADORA CON LUZ SOLAR o con luz que aporte una visibilidad nítida de más de 90 metros (100
yardas).
DEBE PODER VISUALIZAR e identificar transeúntes, terrenos empinados, pozos, desniveles, obstrucciones
elevadas, cables de alimentación, residuos y objetos extraños.
VELOCIDAD RESPECTO AL SUELO AL USAR LA CORTADORA:
El rango de VELOCIDAD NORMAL es de entre 2 y 5 millas por hora.
AJUSTE LA VELOCIDAD DE CORTE según las condiciones del terreno y el tipo de césped, la densidad y la altura
del corte.
REDUZCA LA VELOCIDAD DE CORTE al acercarse a inclinaciones empinadas, pozos, desniveles, obstrucciones
elevadas, cables de alimentación y para evitar residuos y objetos extraños.
INFESTACIÓN CON INSECTOS
No opere en áreas susceptibles al ataque de abejas o insectos, salvo que USE PRENDAS PROTECTORAS o una
cabina de tractor cerrada.
VELOCIDAD DE PTO:
NO EXCEDA LA VELOCIDAD DE PTO NOMINAL DEL IMPLEMENTO
EVITE superar las velocidades nominales de PTO, porque puede causar roturas en la línea de conducción o fallas
de las cuchillas.
SEÑALES DE SEGURIDAD:
REEMPLACE cualquier señal de seguridad faltante, dañada o ilegible.
PN OS01 SP
SEGURIDAD
RX60/72/84 10/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-2
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SEGURIDAD
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y PRÁCTICAS GENERALES
El mejor operador es un operador cuidadoso. La seguridad es de importancia fundamental para el fabricante,
y también debería serlo para el propietario u operador. La mayoría de los accidentes se pueden evitar
prestando suma atención al equipo, al ambiente circundante, y tomando algunas precauciones. La primera
sección de este manual incluye una lista de Mensajes de Seguridad que deben observarse para contribuir a
la protección del operador y otras personas frente a lesiones o la muerte. Lea con atención estos Mensajes
de Seguridad antes de ensamblar, operar o reparar este Implemento. Este equipo sólo debe ser operado por
personas que hayan leído el manual, responsables y calificadas, que sepan cómo hacerlo de manera
responsable.
El Símbolo de Alerta de Seguridad se utiliza en combinación con una Señal Verbal, tal como la
que se muestra a continuación, en todo este manual y en los autoadhesivos adheridos a los
equipos. El Símbolo de Alerta de Seguridad significa:
“¡ATENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERTA! ¡SU SEGURIDAD ESTÁ EN JUEGO!” El Símbolo y
la Señal Verbal tienen el objetivo de advertir al propietario/operador sobre un riesgo inminente y
el grado de lesión que se puede producir al operar este equipo.
Indica una situación peligrosa inminente que, de no ser evitada, OCASIONARÁ la
MUERTE O UNA LESIÓN MUY GRAVE.
Indica una situación peligrosa inminente que, de no ser evitada, PODRÍA OCASIONAR la
MUERTE O UNA LESIÓN MUY GRAVE.
Indica una situación peligrosa inminente que, de no ser evitada, PODRÍA OCASIONAR
UNA LESIÓN MENOR.
Identifica instrucciones o procedimientos específicos que, de no observarse
estrictamente, podrían ocasionar daños o la destrucción de la maquinaria, los accesorios
o el entorno.
NOTA: Identifica aspectos de particular interés para lograr una operación o reparación más eficiente y
conveniente.
LEA CON ATENCIÓN Y RESPETE los siguientes Mensajes de Seguridad. Si no se
siguen cuidadosamente las advertencias e instrucciones indicadas en este Manual y en
los Mensajes de Seguridad del implemento, se pueden producir lesiones graves o la
muerte. Siempre siga las instrucciones de este manual y use el sentido común para evitar
situaciones peligrosas.
NOTA: Si desea obtener una traducción de esta sección de seguridad en alguno de los siguientes idiomas,
comuníquese con: Translations, a la dirección 1502 E. Walnut Street Seguin, TX 78155; Fax: (830) 372-
9529; La Sección de Seguridad está disponible en español, portugués, francés, alemán, ruso.
PN GS01 SP
Adopte todas las medidas habituales para trabajar en forma segura y, sobre
todo, recuerde que la seguridad depende de USTED. Sólo USTED puede
impedir una lesión grave o la muerte a causa de prácticas no seguras.
Sección de Seguridad 1-1
© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.
SECCIÓN DE SEGURIDAD
Instrucciones de operaciones antes de la entrega del DISTRIBUIDOR al CLIENTE
El distribuidor deberá informar al comprador de este producto las condiciones, disposiciones y procedimientos de
garantía aplicables; informar la responsabilidad del comprador de capacitar a sus operadores para la operación
segura; revisar el contenido del Manual del Operador, incluido el equipo de seguridad, la operación segura y el
mantenimiento; y revisar las Señales de Seguridad que se encuentran en el implemento (y en el tractor, de ser
posible).
IMPLEMENTOS: He explicado que los deflectores, protectores de cadena o faldones sólidos se deben
mantener en buenas condiciones de reparación y se deben instalar, excepto en zonas donde personas,
vehículos, ganado u otros bienes no corran peligro por objetos arrojados, y en los casos en que dichos
equipos de seguridad impedirían un desempeño razonable de la cortadora en su tarea asignada.
LÍNEAS DE CONDUCCIÓN: Me he asegurado de que todos los protectores de líneas de conducción, de caja
de engranajes y otros están en buenas condiciones de reparación y firmemente sujetados para prevenir
lesiones por enredo u objetos arrojados.
MÁQUINAS HIDRÁULICAS: He explicado la necesidad de usar aceite hidráulico limpio, cambiar los filtros
según las instrucciones, detener filtraciones, prevenir daños por operar con aceite demasiado caliente, cuidar
las mangueras, usar mangueras del tipo correcto, mantener la presión operativa especificada y prevenir el
posible riesgo de que el aceite penetre en la piel.
IMPLEMENTOS PLEGABLES: He explicado que no es posible proteger contra objetos arrojados cuando el
cabezal está elevado del suelo y que el operador es responsable de verificar que no existan personas en las
inmediaciones. He explicado que el brazo o cabezal de cortadora elevado puede entrar en contacto con
obstrucciones elevados y dañar cables y líneas telefónicas, y posiblemente causar lesiones. He explicado que
el brazo o cabezal extendido, o el brazo retraído, puede entrar en contacto con cables de alimentación y
causar lesiones o la muerte por electrocución, y que el operador es responsable de evitar dichos riesgos.
SERVICIO ANTES DE LA ENTREGA
VERIFIQUE Y AJUSTE O LUBRIQUE SEGÚN SEA NECESARIO
Consulte los detalles en el Manual del Operador
Inspección realizada – Garantía y procedimientos de seguridad explicados – Instalación realizada
LUBRICACIÓN E HIDRÁULICA
Caja de engranajes (niveles de aceite)
Nivel de aceite hidráulico (tanque externo)
Nivel de aceite hidráulico del tractor
Mangueras hidráulicas (no retorcidas y ajustadas)
Propulsor de bomba frontal (conjunto ajustado y eje
bien alineado)
CORTADORA
Pernos de husillo y motor bien ajustados
Nivel de aceite del husillo
Pernos de porta cuchillas bien ajustados/pasadores de
retención colocados
Nivel y altura de corte de la cortadora ajustados
Cojinetes del eje de corte lubricados
Todas las piezas metálicas bien ajustadas
Presión de aire y neumáticos/tuercas de rueda (bien
ajustadas)
Cojinetes de rueda (verificar, engrasar y hacer carga
previa)
ACCESORIOS E INSTALACIÓN
Deflectores frontales y traseros
Accesorios de trituración
Sentido de giro de las hojas correcto
Vigas y brazos de eje
Lengüeta y barras de control (instaladas y ajustadas)
Todos los pernos, pasadores y tuercas (ajuste
correcto)
CONEXIONES DE CORTADORA A TRACTOR
Longitud de barra de enganche (verificar y fijar)
Pivote y conexiones de bastidor en A
Barras de control (ajustadas iguales)
Altura de eje (ajustar)
Altura de corte (ajustar)
Verificación de pre-operación de kit de montaje
Aleta de cortadora (ajustar nivel con el centro)
Aleta de cortadora (verificar operación de elevación
correcta)
Líneas de conducción C.V. (verificar radio de giro máx.)
Enganche de tracción (ajuste de altura)
Piezas metálicas de montaje bien ajustadas
ELEMENTOS DE SEGURIDAD
Protectores (operación e instalación)
Embrague de línea de conducción (limitador de ajuste)
(ajustar y poner en marcha)
Autoadhesivos de seguridad (colocados)
Manual del Operador (entregado)
Protector de TDF del tractor (instalado)
Emblema S.M.V. (instalado de ser necesario)
Gato con lengüeta (instalación y operación)
Cadena de remolque de seguridad (instalada)
Manual de Seguridad de Línea de Conducción ADMA
(entregado)
Manual de Seguridad de Cortadora AEM (entregado en
porta manual)
Se mostró el Video de Seguridad de Cortadora AEM al
comprador
Alamo Industrial está dispuesto a suministrar un (1) Video de Prácticas
de Seguridad para Cortadoras AEM
Por favor enviar: Video de Seguridad para el Operador de Cortadoras AEM/FEMA – formato VHS
Video de Seguridad para el Operador de Cortadoras AEM/FEMA – formato DVD
Manual del Operador de la Cortadora
Manual de Seguridad del Operador de la Cortadora AEM
Nombre del solicitante:______________________Teléfono:_________________________
Dirección del solicitante:__________________________________
Ciudad:_______________________________
Estado:_______________________________
Código postal:__________________________
Modelo de cortadora:__________________Número de serie:________________________
Fecha de compra:____________________ Vendedor del distribuidor:_________________
Nombre del distribuidor:________________Dirección del distribuidor:_________________
Enviar por correo a:
AEM Video Services
1502 E. Walnut Street
Seguin, TX 78155
O enviar por fax a:
(830) 372-9529
O enviar por correo electrónico a:
A fin de reducir la tasa de accidentes y mejorar la operación segura de las cortadoras, Alamo Industrial se ha
asociado con otros fabricantes de la industria para desarrollar el video y la guía de Prácticas de Seguridad para
Cortadoras Industriales y Agrícolas AEM/FEMA.
El video explica a los operadores de tractores y cortadoras las prácticas seguras que deben adoptar cuando
utilizan cortadoras industriales y agrícolas. Es importante que todos los operadores de cortadoras aprendan cómo
operar sus equipos de corte y puedan reconocer los posibles peligros que pueden surgir al operar una cortadora.
Este video, en conjunto con el manual del operador de la cortadora y los mensajes de advertencia que se
encuentran en la cortadora, serán muy útiles para complementar este aprendizaje tan importante.
Es posible que su distribuidor autorizado de Alamo Industrial le haya mostrado este video y le haya entregado una
copia en DVD cuando adquirió su cortadora. Si usted o algún operador de cortadora no vio el video: mire el video,
lea este Manual del Operador, y complete la Guía del Video antes de operar su cortadora nueva. Si no comprende
alguna de las instrucciones del video o del manual del operador, o si tiene alguna pregunta acerca de la operación
segura, comuníquese con su supervisor, con el distribuidor o con Alamo Industrial
Si desea recibir una copia del video en VHS, envíe un mensaje de correo electrónico a AEMVideo@alamo-
group.com o un fax al (830) 372-9529, o envíe por correo una copia rellenada del formulario que se encuentra al
dorso de esta página a AEM VHS Video 1502 E Walnut Street, Seguin, TX 78155, y solicite la versión en VHS.
Indique su nombre, dirección postal, modelo de cortadora y número de serie.
Cada uno de los operadores debe recibir capacitación para cada equipo (tractor y cortadora), comprender el uso
previsto, y comprender los posibles peligros antes de operar el equipo.
La informacion y material mecionado en la informacion anterior junto con el Manual de Operador puede asistir en
cumplir con los requisitos de OSHA para el entrenamiento anual del Operador.
REQUISITOS DE ENTRENAMIENTO DEL OSHA
Los seguientes requisitos de entrenamiento se an tomoda del Titulo 29, código de la pieza de regulaciones
federales 1928.57 (a) (6). www.osha.gov
Instrucciones del operador. A la hora de la asignación inicial y por lo menos anualmente después de eso, el
empleador mandará a cada empleado quien opera un tractor agricola o implemento en las practicas de operación
segura y el mantenimiento de el equipo con el cual el empleado esté, o estará implicado y de cualquier otras
prácticas dictados por el ambiente laboral.
Al propietario/operador/distribuidor
Este Manual del Operador es una parte esencial de la operación segura de esta máquina y se debe mantener con
la unidad siempre. El implemento incluye un porta manual donde se puede guardar el manual de manera
adecuada. Si el manual se extravía o se daña, puede solicitar otra copia sin cargo a un distribuidor autorizado de
Alamo Industrial o descargarlo del sitio web de Alamo Industrial (www.www.alamo-industrial.com).
ANTES DE COMENZAR LEA, COMPRENDA y SIGA la información incluida en este manual, el Manual de
Seguridad de la Cortadora AEM y el manual del operador del tractor para conocer cómo operar la máquina y
realizar tareas de servicio correctamente. De lo contrario, podría sufrir lesiones u ocasionar lesiones a terceros.
Todos los implementos con partes móviles son potencialmente peligrosos. Cada esfuerzo ha sido hecho para
asegurar que la màquina esté segura, pero los operadores deben evitar entrar en prácticas peligrosas y seguir las
instrucciones escritas que son proporcionadas. El fabricante ha diseñado este implemento para ser usado con
todos sus equipos de seguridad correctamente sujetados para minimizar la probabilidad de accidentes.
LA SEGURIDAD PRIMERO. Lea con atención la totalidad de la sección de seguridad de este manual antes de
operar el equipo. No permita que nadie opere el equipo sin haber leído y comprendido la totalidad de este manual.
Comuníquese con el distribuidor si necesita explicación sobre alguna instrucción que no haya comprendido del
todo.
Los cuidados que brinde a su Implemento Alamo Industrial determinarán en gran medida su satisfacción con el
desempeño y la vida útil del equipo. Lea con atención y siga las instrucciones de este manual para comprender
cabalmente su nuevo implemento, su uso previsto, y sus requisitos de servicio.
Todas las referencias que se hacen en este manual a derecha, izquierda, frontal, trasero, arriba y abajo
corresponden a la perspectiva en el sentido del desplazamiento hacia delante con el implemento correctamente
sujetado al tractor.
La información sobre repuestos se encuentra por separado en el Manual de Partes. Las cortadoras Alamo
Industrial utilizan componentes del sistema equilibrados y coincidentes para porta cuchillas, cuchillas, ejes de
corte, hojas, ganchos para hojas, rodillos, componentes de los engranajes, y cojinetes. Estas partes se fabrican y
se prueban según las especificaciones de Alamo Industrial. Las partes compatibles no genuinas no siempre
cumplen con estas especificaciones. El uso de partes no genuinas puede perjudicar el desempeño de la cortadora,
anular la garantía y presentar un riesgo para la seguridad. Use partes genuinas Alamo Industrial para ahorrar
dinero y maximizar la seguridad.
Para referencia futura, registre el número de modelo y el número de serie de Alamo Industrial que ha adquirido.
Distribuidor Teléfono Fecha de compra:
Due
ño
Fecha de compra: Número de serie
Placa de Número de serie
© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.
RX60/72/84
Publicado en 10/12 Parte nº. 00785503C
MANUAL DE OPERADOR
ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
®
1502 E. Walnut
Seguin, Texas 78155
830-372-3551
CORTADORA/TRITURADORA GIRATORIA
Este Manual del Operador es
una parte esencial de la
operación segura de esta
máquina y se debe mantener con
la unidad siempre. LEA
,
ENTIENDA
, y SIGA las
Instrucciones de Seguridad y
Operación contenidas en este
manual antes de operar el
equipo.
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