Alamo Industrial Interstater Flail Manual de usuario

Marca: Alamo Industrial

Modelo: Interstater Flail

Categoría: Cortadoras de césped

Tipo: Manual de usuario

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Published 10/18 Part No. 803213C

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ALAMO INDUSTRIAL

1502 E. Walnut

Seguin, Texas 78155

830-372-3551

Email: [email protected]

FLAIL MOWER

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

INTERSTATER

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 email 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 price 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 Operator’s Manual

AEM Mower Operator’s 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:

AEMV[email protected]

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’s of safe operation procedures.

• IMPLEMENTS: I have explained that Deflectors, Chain Guards, or Solid Skirts must be installed and main-

tained in good repair.

• DRIVELINES: I have made certain that all driveline, gearbox, and other shields are in good repair and fas-

tened 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

 Mower Cutting Height And Level Adjusted

 Cutting Shaft Bearings Lubricated

 All Hardware Properly Torqued

ATTACHMENTS & INSTALLATION

 Deflectors Front And Rear

 Correct Blade Rotation Direction

MOWER TO TRACTOR CONNECTIONS

 A-Frame Pivot & Links

 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)

 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)

 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

CRUSHING HAZARDS ...................................................................................................................................... 1-4

CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY ........................................................................ 1-5

THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS ....................................................................................................................... 1-6

THROWN OBJECTS HAZARD (CONTINUED) ................................................................................................. 1-7

RUN OVER HAZARDS ...................................................................................................................................... 1-8

PTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS ................................................................................................................... 1-9

MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS ......................................................................................................... 1-10

HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARD .......................................................................................................... 1-11

ELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDS .................................................................................................................... 1-12

TRANSPORTING HAZARDS .......................................................................................................................... 1-13

HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT ...................................................................................... 1-14

PARTS INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................... 1-15

Decal Location ................................................................................................................................................. 1-16

Decal Description ............................................................................................................................................. 1-18

Federal Laws and Regulations ........................................................................................................................ 1-28

INTRODUCTION SECTION ................................................................................................. 2-1

ASSEMBLY SECTION ........................................................................................................ 3-1

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 3-2

PRELIMINARY TRACTOR PREPARATION ..................................................................................................... 3-3

SPECIAL TOOLS ............................................................................................................................................... 3-3

DRIVE COUPLING ATTACHMENT ................................................................................................................... 3-4

HYDRAULIC TANK, SUPPORTS AND MAINFRAME ATTACHMENT ............................................................. 3-4

MOUNTING AND PUMP ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................... 3-5

LIFT CYLINDER FRAME ATTACHMENT ......................................................................................................... 3-5

MOUNTING WING MOWERS ........................................................................................................................... 3-6

ELECTRICAL WIRING INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................ 3-8

ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT ..................................................................................................................................... 3-9

CONTROL VALVE ........................................................................................................................................... 3-11

HYDRAULICS .................................................................................................................................................. 3-12

CONTROL CABLE CONNECTION TO CONTROL STICK ASSEMBLIES ..................................................... 3-19

INITIAL START-UP PROCEDURE .................................................................................................................. 3-20

FINAL CHECK ................................................................................................................................................. 3-21

INSTALLATION OF REAR MOWER ............................................................................................................... 3-22

OPERATION SECTION ....................................................................................................... 4-1

Standard Equipment and Specifications ............................................................................................................ 4-3

OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................................... 4-4

TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................ 4-5

ROPS and Seat Belt .......................................................................................................................................... 4-5

Tractor Safety Devices ....................................................................................................................................... 4-5

Tractor Horsepower ........................................................................................................................................... 4-5

GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR ......................................................................................................... 4-6

Boarding the Tractor .......................................................................................................................................... 4-6

Dismounting the Tractor ..................................................................................................................................... 4-7

STARTING THE TRACTOR .............................................................................................................................. 4-8

CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR ........................................................................................... 4-8

Connecting the Mower A-Frame to the Tractor .................................................................................................. 4-9

SETTING THE MOWER .................................................................................................................................. 4-10

Roller Height Adjustment ................................................................................................................................. 4-11

Leveling Deck .................................................................................................................................................. 4-12

DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT ............................................................................................................................ 4-12

Driveline Length Check .................................................................................................................................... 4-12

PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE ...........................................................................................4-14

Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service ........................................................................................................ 4-16

Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service ........................................................................................................ 4-16

DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT ................................................................................................. 4-22

Starting the Tractor .......................................................................................................................................... 4-23

Brake and Differential Lock Setting .................................................................................................................. 4-23

Operating the Mower Wings ............................................................................................................................ 4-24

Engaging and Disengaging the Power Take Off (PTO) and Wings ...................................................4-26

Driving the Tractor and Implements ................................................................................................................. 4-27

Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines ............................................................................................................... 4-28

OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT ........................................................................................... 4-29

Foreign Debris Hazards ................................................................................................................................... 4-30

Bystanders/Passersby Precautions ................................................................................................................. 4-30

PTO RPM and Ground Speed ......................................................................................................................... 4-31

Operating the Mower ....................................................................................................................................... 4-32

Shutting Down the Implement .......................................................................................................................... 4-33

DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR ............................................................................. 4-34

MOWER STORAGE ........................................................................................................................................ 4-35

TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT ................................................................................... 4-36

Transporting on Public Roadways ................................................................................................................... 4-37

Hauling the Tractor and Implement .................................................................................................................. 4-39

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE ....................................................................................................................... 4-42

MAINTENANCE SECTION .................................................................................................. 5-1

HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT ........................................................................................ 5-2

PARTS INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................................... 5-3

DAILY CHECKS ................................................................................................................................................. 5-3

ADJUSTING TENSION OF DRIVEBELTS ........................................................................................................ 5-5

Hydraulic Fluid ................................................................................................................................................... 5-5

Proper Oil Level ................................................................................................................................................. 5-7

CHANGING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FILTER ..................................................................................................... 5-7

CUTTER UNIT ................................................................................................................................................... 5-9

GENERAL MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................... 5-9

REPLACING CUTTER UNIT DRIVEBELTS .................................................................................................... 5-10

ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT ..................................................................................................................... 5-10

ROLLER BEARING REPLACEMENT ............................................................................................................. 5-11

CUTTERSHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................. 5-12

Outboard Bearing ............................................................................................................................................. 5-12

Inboard (Drive) Bearing .................................................................................................................................... 5-13

CUTTERSHAFT REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................................... 5-13

CHANGING TO FORWARD OR REVERSE ROTATION ................................................................................ 5-14

Wing Mowers ................................................................................................................................................... 5-14

Rear Mower ..................................................................................................................................................... 5-14

REPLACING CUTTER UNIT KNIVES ............................................................................................................. 5-14

Flail Blades Inspection ..................................................................................................................................... 5-15

Blade Pins and D-Ring Inspection ................................................................................................................... 5-16

General Information on Flail Mower Vibration .................................................................................................. 5-17

HYDRAULICS .................................................................................................................................................. 5-18

General ............................................................................................................................................................ 5-18

Initial Start-Up Procedures ............................................................................................................................... 5-18

POWER CIRCUIT ............................................................................................................................................ 5-20

Replacing Hydraulic Pumps ............................................................................................................................. 5-20

Replacing Outer Pump ..................................................................................................................................... 5-20

Solenoid Control Valve .................................................................................................................................... 5-21

Checking Solenoid Valve ................................................................................................................................. 5-21

Hydraulic Pump ................................................................................................................................................ 5-21

CONTROL CIRCUIT ........................................................................................................................................ 5-27

Lift and Tilt Cylinders ....................................................................................................................................... 5-27

Disassembly or Lift or Tilt Cylinder .................................................................................................................. 5-27

Cylinder Rod Maintenance ............................................................................................................................... 5-27

Hydraulic Component Maintenance Schedule ................................................................................................. 5-28

Hydraulic Gear Pump ....................................................................................................................................... 5-28

Sectional Control Valve .................................................................................................................................... 5-29

Checking Relief Valve Pressure ...................................................................................................................... 5-29

External Coil Slip Disk Replacement ............................................................................................................... 5-30

Slip Clutch ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-31

SEASONAL CLUTCH MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................... 5-32

Proper Torque for Fasteners ............................................................................................................................ 5-33

Safety Section 1-1

SAFETY SECTION

SAFETY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Safety Section 1-2

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.

Pictographs are used throughout this manual to help bring your visual attention to safety issues.

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

INTERSTATER 10/18 Safety Section 1-3

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

INTERSTATER 10/18 Safety Section 1-4

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 WINGS:

•Raise or lower ONLY WHILE SEATED in tractor seat with seat belt buckled.

• KEEP BYSTANDERS CLEAR of area TO AVOID crushing.

• KEEP sufficient clearance around implement and wings TO AVOID contacting buildings or overhead power lines.

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, wings and components.

• BLOCK UP and securely support equipment before putting hands, feet or body under raised equipment or lifted compo-

nents.

• KEEP BYSTANDERS CLEAR of folded wings until wings are blocked or locked up.

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.

BEFORE REMOVING Wing Retaining Lock:

• ATTACH hoses to tractor.

• FILL Wing Cylinders with oil. (Refer to Instructions in Operation Section)

• KEEP bystanders away before operating wings.

• LOWER WINGS slowly and carefully.

PN CHFM-03

SAFETY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Safety Section 1-5

SAFETY

CONNECTING 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.

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.(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.

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.

BEFORE REMOVING WING RETAINING LOCKS:

• FILL Wing Cylinders with oil. (R

efer to Instructions in Operation Section)

• KEEP bystanders clear of area before operating wings.

• LOWER WINGS slowly and carefully.

DO NOT connect the Mower to a tractor with the PTO directly connected to the Tractor transmission. PN CDFM-03

SAFETY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Safety Section 1-6

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, 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:

DO NOT allow the mower blades to contact decaying animal carcasses or other hazardous materials. The mower

blades could throw hazardous and biologic material out from under mower exposing the operator and bystanders to

health risks. Always wear required OSHA approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when cleaning or remov-

ing potentially hazardous material from equipment.

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, 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

• 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 TOFM-01

SAFETY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Safety Section 1-7

SAFETY

THROWN OBJECTS HAZARD (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 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.

PN TOFM-02

SAFETY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Safety Section 1-8

SAFETY

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.

PN PE01

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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 HAZARD

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.

Use Caution when removing Hydraulic Tank cap.

• Tank content maybe under pressure.

• Allow oil to cool before removing cap.

• Relieve oil pressure before removing cap slowly.

• Stay away from hot oil that may spray from tank.

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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.

• KEEP all raised wings at a 10 feet or greater distance from all power lines and overhead obstructions.

• 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.

• Do not operate if oil is leaking. Repair oil leak and remove all accumulated oil before operating.

• CLEAR any grass clippings or debris buildup around mower hydraulic pumps, valves or tanks.

PN EFFM-01

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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, stop lights, tail lights and hazard 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:

ENGAGE TRANSPORT LOCKS AND SAFETY CHAINS:

• RAISE MOWER and ENGAGE center axle cylinder transport stops or pins.

• RAISE WINGS and ENGAGE TRANSPORT LOCKS or pins.

• ATTACH implement SAFETY CHAIN to tractor.

• REMOVE any cut material collected on mower deck.

DETERMINE STOPPING CHARACTERISTICS OF TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT FOR TRANSPORTING OR

TOWING:

BRAKING TESTS:

• INSTALL center axle cylinder transport stops or pins.

• Observe STOPPING distances increases with increased speeds.

• DETERMINE the maximum safe transport speed that does not exceed 20 mph.

DETERMINE MAXIMUM TURING 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 clearance for implement swing while turning.

KEEP all raised wings at 10 feet or greater distance from all power lines and overhead obstructions.

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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:

• 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.

• PUSH and PULL Remote Hydraulic Cylinder lever to relieve hydraulic pressure.

• 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, Steel Guards, Gearbox Shields, and PTO integral shields, Bands, Side Skirts and Skid Shoes in place

and in good condition.

•

REPLACE any miss

ing, broken or worn safety shields, guards and safety devices.

• DISCONNECT Pump solenoid valve or PTO driveline connection before servicing mower head.

• FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS in maintenance section when replacing hydraulic cylinders to prevent component falling.

Operating, servicing and maintaining this equipment can expose you to chemicals including gasoline,

diesel fuel, lubricants, petroleum products, engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, and phthalates, which are

known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize

exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a

well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. 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. For more information go to

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. This website, operated by California's Office of Environmental Health Hazard

Assessment, provides information about these chemicals and how individuals may be exposed to them.

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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.

(SPAM-1)

SEE YOUR ALAMO DEALER

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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 LEVEL DESCRIPTION

1. D641 4 WARNING Pinch Point Hazard

2. 00757139 1 LOGO Alamo Industrial

3. D625 1 WARNING Pressurized Tank

4. D630 1 IMPORTANT Service Hydraulic System

5. D617 1 WARNING Hydraulic Oil Leak

6. D697 2 DANGER Crushing Hazard

7. 02979544 2 LOGO Alamo Industrial 6-1/4”x43-1/2”

8. 001660 2 LOGO Interstater

9. 1458393 4 REFLECTR Yellow Reflector Decal

10. D687 3 DANGER Multi Hazard

11. 02979546 3 LOGO Alamo Industrial 2”x13-9/16”

12. 1458392 4 REFLECTR Red Reflector Decal

13. 002023 3 INSTRUCT Height Adjustment

14. D701 2 INSTRUCT Wing Lube Chart

15. D682 2 DANGER Entanglement Hazard

16. 001651 3 LOGO Alamo Industrial 4-5/8”x16-5/8”

17. D816 3 WARNING Use Alamo Industrial Genuine Parts

18. D626 3 DANGER Thrown Object Hazard

19. D698 2 DANGER Wing Falling

20. 000108 3 INSTRUCT Operating Instructions

21. D685 1 WARNING Avoid Inadvertent Unfolding

22. D646 3 DANGER Guard Missing

23. 001650 1 LOGO Alamo Industrial

24. D699 2 DANGER Multi-Hazard Fire

25. D831 3 DANGER Multi-Hazard Language

26. 001412 1 INSTRUCT Control Valve

27. D708 1 WARNING Fire Hazard Clear Debris

28. D726 1 INSTRUCT Grease Fitting

29. D546 1 DANGER Guard Missing

30. D547 1 DANGER Driveline Hazard

31. D700 1 INSTRUCT Lube Chart Rear Flail

32. 00776031 1 --------------- Canister (Operator’s Manual)

33. 803213C 1 --------------- Operators Manual

34. 03200347 1 REFLECT SMV

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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.)

Contents

Acknowledgment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety Alerts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

A Word To The User/Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

The Industrial/Agricultural Mower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Follow A Safety Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Prepare For Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Start Safely. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Operate Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Park Safely. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Shut Down Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Perform Maintenance Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Final Word To The User. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Acknowledgment

We wish to acknowledge the contributions of the members of AEM’s Industrial/Agricultural Mower Manufacturers Council

to the preparation of this Safety Manual.

NOTICE OF COPYRIGHT PROTECTION

without the prior written permission of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.

Revised 01/03, 09/10

This safety manual is intended to point out some of the

basic safety situations that may be encountered during

the normal operation and maintenance of your machine

and to instruct you in safety practices for dealing with

these conditions. This manual is NOT a substitute for

the mower manufacturer’s operator’s manual(s).

Additional precautions may be necessary, or some

instructions may not apply, depending on equipment,

attachments and conditions at the worksite or in the

service area. The manufacturer has no direct control

over equipment application, operation, inspection or

maintenance. Therefore, it is YOUR responsibility to

use good safety practices in these areas.

The information provided in this manual supplements

the speci c information about your machine that is

contained in the manufacturer’s operator’s manual(s).

Other information that may affect the safe operation of

your machine may be contained on safety signs or in

insurance requirements, employer’s safety and training

programs, safety codes, local, state/provincial and

federal laws, rules and regulations.

IMPORTANT! Before you operate the mower,

make sure you have the manufacturer’s

operator’s manual(s) for this machine and all

attachments. If the manufacturer’s manuals

are missing, obtain replacement manuals from

your employer, equipment dealer or directly

from the manufacturer. Keep this safety manual

and the manufacturer’s manuals with the

machine at all times. Read and understand all

manuals.

The AEM Mower Safety Practices video is

available to train and reinforce good safety

practices. Operators are encouraged to

periodically view the safety video.

Foreword

Read and

Understand

Manuals Before

Operating

Safety Alerts

Symbol

This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION!

STAY ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!”

The Safety Alert Symbol identi es important safety

messages on equipment, safety signs, in manuals or

elsewhere. When you see this symbol, be alert to the

possibility of death or personal injury. Follow

instructions in the safety message.

Reasons Safety is Important:

— Accidents disable and kill.

— Accidents cost.

— Accidents can be avoided.

Signal Words

Signal words are distinctive words that will typically be

found on safety signs on the mower and other worksite

equipment. These words may also be found in this

manual and the manufacturer’s manuals. These words

are intended to alert the operator to a hazard and the

degree of severity of the hazard.

DANGER indicates a hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could

result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE indicates a property

damage message.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

NOTICE

A Word To The User/Operator

It is YOUR responsibility to read and understand the

safety manual and the manufacturer’s manuals before

operating this machine. This safety manual takes you

step by step through your working day.

Hazard Recognition and Accident Prevention depend

upon you being alert, careful and properly trained in the

operation, transport, maintenance and storage of this

equipment.

Graphics have been provided to help you understand

the text.

Remember that YOU are the key to safety. Good safety

practices not only protect you but also protect the

people around you. Study and understand this manual

and the manufacturer’s manuals for your speci c

machine. Make them a working part of your safety

program. Keep in mind that this safety manual is written

for industrial/agricultural mowers.

Contact the manufacturer of your equipment to answer

any questions about safe operation that remain after

studying the manufacturer’s operator’s manual(s) and

this safety manual.

Practice all other usual and customary safe

working precautions and above all:

REMEMBER — SAFETY IS UP TO YOU!

YOU CAN PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR

DEATH CAUSED BY UNSAFE WORK PRACTICES!

Read and

Understand All

Safety Signs

Industrial/Agricultural Mower Types

Mowers are used for pasture clipping, crop residue

shredding, heavy brush cutting, waterways, right-of-

ways, roadside or highway mowing. Also, these mowers

are used for cutting grass and other growth in public

areas such as parks and cemeteries.

The Industrial/Agricultural Mower

Sickle Bar

Flail

Rotary

Boom

Folding Wing Rotary

Agricultural Disc Mower Types

Disc mowers are designed and equipped to cut hay

crops at higher  eld speed.

Disc mower/conditioners mow and condition crops.

Self-propelled windrowers mow and form conditioned

hay into windrows.

The Industrial/Agricultural Mower

Disc Mower

Conditioner

Self-propelled

Windrower

Follow A Safety Program

Protect Yourself

Wear personal protective clothing and Personal

Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called

for by job conditions. You must ALWAYS wear safety

glasses with side shields.

You may also need:

— Hard hat

— Safety shoes

— Safety goggles or face shield

— Heavy gloves

— Hearing protection

— Re ective clothing

— Wet weather gear

— Respirator or  lter mask

Wear whatever is needed—don’t take chances.

WARNING! Prevent death or serious injury from

entanglement. Do not wear loose clothing or

accessories. Tie up long hair. Stay away from all

rotating components when the engine is running.

Contact, wrapping or entanglement with rotating or

moving parts could result in death or serious injury.

Avoid

Entanglement

Follow A Safety Program

— Read, understand and follow the manufacturer’s

written instructions found in the operator’s manual(s)

and safety signs on mower and tractor.

— Have operational training with mower and tractor.

— Take advantage of training programs offered in

your area.

— Ask your equipment dealer or supervisor to explain

things you do not understand.

— Explain the written instructions in the operator’s

manual(s) and safety signs to those users or

operators who cannot read.

— Inspect the mower and tractor daily before operating.

Ensure all guards are in place and the equipment is

operating properly.

— Never smoke while operating. Never  ll the fuel tank

with the engine running or near an open  ame.

— Make sure you have adequate visibility and suf cient

lighting.

— Know the pinch points and rotating parts. Awareness

on your part can prevent accidents.

— Never attempt to operate the controls except from

the operator’s seat. Improperly controlled functions

could produce unexpected machine movement and

result in serious injury or death.

— Shut down the mower and tractor before dismounting.

(See page 18, Proper Equipment Shut Down

Practices.)

Read, Understand

and Follow Manuals

and Safety Signs

Avoid

Rotating Parts

Know and

Avoid Pinch

Points

Follow A Safety Program

Avoid Injury From Raised Equipment

Avoid possible crushing injury from falling mower or

other raised equipment.

Before working near or under raised mower or

equipment parts:

— Securely support or block up raised mower or

equipment parts according to the operator’s manual.

— Securely support, block up or lock up wings with

approved locking devices or lower mower or

equipment parts to the ground.

— Use transport locks when transporting mower on

public roads.

Avoid Injury From High Pressure Fluid

Avoid  uid injection injury due to high pressure  uid leaks.

If any ﬂ uid is injected into the skin, it must be

removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with

this type of injury.

Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible. When

checking for leaks or working around pressurized systems:

— Read manufacturer’s operator’s manual(s) for

recommended safety practices.

— Wear a face shield or safety goggles for eye protection.

— Use a piece of cardboard or wood to check for leaks;

DO NOT use your hands.

— Relieve system pressure before disconnecting lines.

— Check for and repair damaged or leaking lines, pipes

and hoses.

— Check for and tighten loose connections.

— Purge air from system before operating.

High Pressure

Fluid Can Inject

into the Body

Avoid Crushing –

Block Up or

Securely Support

Mower

Follow A Safety Program

Avoid Injury From Fire And Explosion

Set the parking brake, shut the mower and tractor

engine down and remove the key while  lling the fuel

tank. Use extra caution when fueling a hot engine.

Never smoke while fueling. Avoid sparks by grounding

the fuel nozzle against the  ller neck.

The fumes in an empty fuel tank are explosive. Never

weld or cut on fuel lines, tanks or containers.

Remove all trash or mowing debris from the machine

daily or as needed. Keep debris away from engine,

exhaust, slip clutches and other heat sources. Use

spark arrestors, as appropriate, on the engine exhaust

system. Make sure oily rags or other  ammable material

are not stored on the machine.

Check for fuel, oil or hydraulic  uid leaks. Repair the

leaks and clean the machine before you operate it.

Ether/cold start  uid is  ammable. Do not smoke

when using ether/cold start  uid. Always follow the

instructions on the can and in the manufacturer’s

operator’s manual(s) for your mower. Do not use ether/

cold start  uid if the engine is equipped with a glow plug

or other type of preheater.

Always use a non ammable solvent when you

clean parts. Do not use gasoline, diesel fuel or other

 ammable  uids.

Store all  ammable  uids and materials away from your

machine and work area.

Know where  re extinguishers are kept—how

they operate—and what type of  re they are for.

Check readiness of  re extinguishers according to

manufacturer’s instructions. Make sure each tractor is

equipped with a  re extinguisher.

Remove

Debris Daily or

As Needed

No Smoking

and No Open

Flames

Follow A Safety Program

Be Alert!

Know where to get assistance. Know how to use a  rst

aid kit and  re extinguisher/ re suppression system.

Be Aware!

Take advantage of training programs offered.

Be Careful!

Human error is caused by many factors: carelessness,

fatigue, overload, preoccupation, unfamiliarity of operator

with the machine, drugs, and alcohol to name a few.

Damage to the tractor or mower can be  xed in a short

period of time, but injury, or death, has a lasting effect.

For your safety and the safety of others, encourage your

fellow workers to act safely.

For Safe Operation

You must be a quali ed and authorized operator for

proper operation of your machine. You must clearly

understand the written instructions supplied by the

manufacturer, be trained—including actual operation of

the mower—and know the safety rules and regulations

for the worksite. It is a good safety practice to point

out and explain safety signs and practices and ensure

others understand the importance of following these

instructions.

WARNING! Drugs and alcohol affect an operator’s

alertness and coordination and the operator’s ability

to safely operate the equipment. Never use drugs or

alcohol while operating the mowing equipment.

Never knowingly allow anyone to operate this

machine when their alertness or coordination is

impaired. An operator taking prescription or over-the-

counter medication must consult a medical professional

regarding any side effects of the medication that would

hinder their ability to safely operate this equipment.

Never Use Drugs

or Alcohol While

Operating

Follow A Safety Program

Know The Rules

Most employers have rules governing operation and

maintenance of equipment. Before you start work at a

new location, check with your supervisor or the safety

coordinator. Ask about the rules you will be expected

to obey.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration

(OSHA) enforces federal laws within the United

States that apply to safe operation, application and

maintenance of equipment on a worksite. It is the

employer’s responsibility to comply with these laws.

An OSHA representative may periodically inspect a

worksite to see that these laws are being followed.

There may also be local or state/provincial laws or

international regulations that apply to this equipment

and its use, along with speci c worksite or employer

rules. It is important that you know and comply with

all applicable laws and rules, including those requiring

operator training and certi cation.

These are some of the rules you must work by:

— A ROPS and seat belt-equipped tractor is a federal

government (OSHA) requirement for operator

protection during mowing operations. An enclosed

cab provides additional operator protection from

thrown objects. Check your mower operator's manual

to see if a tractor cab is also required.

— Wear and check that others are wearing proper

clothing and personal protective equipment.

— Inspect your machine and attachments before each use

as speci ed by the manufacturer and your employer.

— Know the limitations and operating characteristics of

your mowing equipment. Do not misuse it.

— Have all provided shields and guards properly

installed before operating the machine.

— Never modify or remove any part of the machine

(except for service—then make sure it is replaced).

Safety Rules

•

Know and

Understand

Rules of

Operation

Follow A Safety Program

Some Rules You Must Work By (continued)

— Only quali ed and authorized individuals may operate

this equipment.

— Never allow children to play on, ride on or operate

the equipment. Children are not quali ed to operate

this equipment.

— Do not allow any riders.

— Use three-point contact (handholds and steps) and

face the equipment when mounting or dismounting.

— Keep bystanders 300 ft (92 m) from the mowing

operation.

— Know the worksite before you use the mower. Be

aware of possible terrain hazards that you may

encounter. Remove or mark obstacles and debris that

could damage or be thrown by the mower.

— Only use attachments and parts that are approved by

the mower manufacturer.

— Make sure all attachments are lowered, set the parking

brake, shut off the engine and cycle the control levers.

Remove the key before leaving the tractor. (See page

18, Proper Equipment Shut Down Practices.)

— When transporting the mower on a trailer, follow the

manufacturer’s detailed instructions for loading, tying

down and unloading the mower.

Keep

Children

Away from

Equipment

No Riders

Shut Down

Unattended

Equipment

Keep

Bystanders

Away

Follow A Safety Program

Know The Equipment

Read and understand the DANGER, WARNING,

CAUTION and NOTICE safety signs and other

informational signs on the tractor and mower and in the

manufacturer’s operator’s manual. Ask your supervisor

or mower dealer to explain any information you do not

understand. Failure to obey safety instructions could

result in death or serious injury.

Make sure all the manufacturer’s protective structures,

guards, shields, screens and panels are in good repair,

in place and securely fastened. Damaged, missing or

weakened safety components can create a hazardous

situation for you as the operator. Never remove or

modify any safety components including thrown object

shielding on a mower.

Know the following about your tractor and mower:

— Function, purpose and use of all controls.

— Correct operation speeds.

— Slope and uneven terrain capabilities and proper

operation.

— Braking and steering characteristics.

— Turning radius and clearances.

— How to quickly stop equipment in an emergency.

Read and

Understand All

Safety Signs

Read and

Understand

Manuals Before

Operating

Prepare For Safe Operation

Check The Mower And Tractor Equipment

Before beginning your work day inspect the machine

and have all systems in good operational condition.

WARNING! Prevent possible crushing injury from falling

equipment. Hydraulic system or part failure could cause

unsupported equipment to fall. Do not go under raised

equipment unless it is properly supported according

to the operator’s manual.

— Perform daily and periodic service procedures as

instructed by the equipment manufacturer.

— Check for loose, broken, missing or damaged tractor

and mower parts. Repair or replace these parts.

— Check for proper tractor and mower attachments.

— Check for proper tractor and mower PTO rpm rating

match.

— Check mower blade(s) condition. Replace severely

worn, bent, gouged or nicked blades including the

blade bolts and fasteners. Never straighten or weld

on blades.

— Ensure thrown object shielding is properly installed

and in good condition. Repair or replace if damaged

or missing.

Read Manual –

Block Up or

Securely Support

Mower

Maintain

Machine

Walk-Around

Inspection

Prepare For Safe Operation

— Check that all guards and shields are in place and

that all equipment is in good operating condition. This

includes PTO driveline, gearbox and implement guards

and shields that are used for operator protection.

— Check for properly latched driveline yoke-end locking

devices.

— Check for damaged or leaky tractor and mower

hydraulic systems. Repair or adjust as needed.

WARNING! Hydraulic  uid under pressure can penetrate

the skin or eyes and cause serious injury, blindness or

death. Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible.

Use a piece of cardboard or wood to ﬁ nd leaks, not

your hand. Wear eye protection. If  uid is injected

into the skin, it must be removed within a few hours by

medical personnel familiar with this type of injury.

— Keep the operator platform surface clean and free of

grease, oil, dirt, snow or ice. Steps and handholds

must be clean and functional.

— Ensure work lights are kept clean (if equipped). Check

that all lights work properly.

— Ensure the slow moving vehicle (SMV) sign, re ectors

and warning lights are in good condition and can be

clearly seen.

— Ensure all tools or loose objects are removed or

securely fastened while operating the machine.

— Check all safety signs for clarity. Replace damaged

signs.

Check for

Leaks and Inspect

Hoses

Check for Missing/

Damaged Guards

and Shields

Put Away

Tools

Prepare For Safe Operation

Know The Work Area

Before you operate the mower thoroughly inspect

the work area. Walk around the area and inspect the

surfaces you will travel on when using the mower.

Locate and avoid:

— Holes

— Drop-offs

— Obstacles

(stumps)

— Excavations

— Standing water

Look for debris and obstacles by walking the area before

you mow. Objects like wire, cable, rocks, tires, and metal

objects that could damage or be thrown by the mower

must be removed or marked clearly and avoided.

Correct unsafe conditions. Do not operate in problem

areas where debris and obstacles cannot be removed

or marked.

Analyze mowing area to determine:

— The most ef cient mowing procedure.

— The height of the material to be mowed.

— Operating terrain conditions.

— How to best use forward mowing pattern.

— The potential for bystanders or passers-by to be

exposed to thrown objects.

Look Out For Others

Before starting equipment:

— Walk around the equipment.

— Check for anyone under, on or near the equipment.

— Clear everyone from these areas.

— Sound a warning.

Remove or

Mark Debris and

Obstacles

Walk

Around the

Worksite

— Deep mud

— Wet spots

— Soft soil

— Rough spots

— Power lines

and apparatus

— Other utilities

— Any conditions

which could

cause collision,

loss of control

or tipover

— Steep slopes

Prepare For Safe Operation

Mount And Dismount Tractor Properly

Always use three-point contact when mounting or

dismounting the tractor or mower. Face the machine

when you enter or leave the machine. Three-point

contact means that three out of four arms and legs are

in contact with the machine at all times during mount

and dismount.

Before mounting:

— Clean shoes and wipe hands. Clean steps and

handholds of snow, ice, mud or oil.

During mounting and dismounting:

— Use handholds and step plates.

— Never grab steering wheels or controls for handholds.

— Never mount or dismount from a moving tractor.

— Never mount or dismount while carrying tools or

objects that prevent three-point contact. Put parts or

tools down. Maintaining proper contact, climb and

then pick up the object.

Use

Three-Point

Contact

Clean Up

Slippery Areas

Prepare For Safe Operation

Tractor And Mower Controls Safety Test

Start the tractor following the speci c procedures in the

manufacturer’s operator’s manual. These procedures

normally include:

— Fasten and adjust seat belt on your ROPS-equipped

tractor.

— Check parking brake for engagement.

— Check PTO disengagement.

— Check all controls for Park position.

— Warn others in area before starting tractor.

— Start tractor following tractor manufacturer’s

recommended starting procedures.

WARNING! Avoid serious injury or death from

unexpected machine movement. Start the engine only

from the operator’s position. Never attempt to start

the engine by shorting across starter terminals or

reaching the key from the ground or outside the cab.

After starting:

— Check all instruments, gauges and indicator lights for

normal operation.

— Check all tractor controls, steering and brakes for

proper function.

— Raise and lower mower to check for driveline

bottoming out or engagement problems.

— Check the equipment for excessive vibration and

unusual noises.

Check

Instruments

and Controls

Start Only

from Operator’s

Seat

Use ROPS

and Seat Belt

Use a

“Do Not Operate”

Tag

Do Not

Dismount Until

Equipment Motion

Has Stopped

Prepare For Safe Operation

— Use proper equipment shut down practices before

inspecting equipment. Wait until all equipment

motion has stopped before dismounting the tractor or

mower.

— Do not operate mower unless tractor and mower are

running properly. Place a “Do Not Operate” tag on

the machine, remove the key and do not operate the

mower until the problem is corrected.

Power Takeoff System

Be sure to operate the tractor at the mower’s rated PTO

rpm speed.

When operating tractors with transmission-driven PTO

systems, a rotary mower will have a signi cant  ywheel

effect. The mower may continue to propel a tractor with

a transmission-driven PTO system.

The tractor should be equipped and operated as follows:

— Install a driveline equipped with an over-running

clutch.

— Give yourself suf cient maneuvering room and time

by anticipating turns, stops and speed reductions.

Use Proper

PTO Speed

Prepare For Safe Operation

Hitching Mower To Tractor

Three-point hitch-mounted mowers:

— Refer to mower and tractor manufacturers’ manuals.

— Place tractor’s hydraulic power lift (rockshaft)

selector lever in down position to avoid unexpected

movement.

— Explain the hitching procedures to those operators

who cannot read.

— Front-end weights may be needed to maintain

steering control and front-end stability. Refer to the

manufacturers' operator's manual(s).

— When backing the tractor up to the mower, NEVER

allow anyone between the tractor and the mower.

— Attach the mower to the tractor three-point links and

securely pin in position.

— Securely attach the driveline to the tractor PTO.

Lower the master shield into place if it is movable.

Push and pull on the driveline to ensure it is locked

onto the PTO shaft.

Read and

Understand

Manuals Before

Operating

Maintain

Proper Weight

Distribution

No One

Allowed Between

Tractor and

Mower

Avoid

Entanglement,

Use Guards and

Shields

Pull-type hitch-mounted mowers:

— Refer to mower and tractor manufacturers’ manuals.

— Remove three-point hitch quick coupler if equipped.

— Attach only to drawbar hitch.

— Adjust tractor drawbar length for 540 or 1000 rpm

PTO operation.

— When backing the tractor up to the mower, NEVER

allow anyone between the tractor and the mower.

— Properly attach the mower safety tow chain to the

tractor.

— Securely attach the driveline to the tractor PTO. Push

and pull on the driveline to ensure it is locked onto

the PTO. Lower the master shield into place.

— Hook up the mower hydraulic hoses to the tractor.

— Make sure the wings, or raised mower decks, are

supported by the cylinders before removing the

transport locks. Never use force to release the

transport or wing locks. The wings or deck could fall

and crush you.

Conﬁ rm Wings Are

Supported Before

Releasing Locks

Avoid

Entanglement,

Use Guards and

Shields

Prepare For Safe Operation

Tractor

Drawbar

Adjustment

14IN

540 RPO PTO

1-3/8" 6 SPLINE

1000 RPO PTO

1-3/8" 21 SPLINE

16IN

1000 RPO PTO

1-3/4" 20 SPLINE

20IN

540 RPM PTO

1-3/8" 6 SPLINE

1000 RPM PTO

1-3/8" 21 SPLINE

1000 RPM PTO

1-3/4" 20 SPLINE

Start Safely

Make The Right Start

Mow only in daylight or good arti cial light conditions.

Avoid serious injury or death from mower-thrown

objects or blade contact:

— Keep chain shields,  exible or solid de ector shields

or discharge chutes in place and in good repair.

— Keep bystanders at least 300 ft (92 m) from mowing

operation.

— Never direct mower discharge toward anyone.

— Keep hands, feet and other body parts away from

rotating parts, blades and discharge openings.

— Do not operate mower in transport position.

Do not approach a mower until all motion has stopped.

Mower PTO drive engagement:

— Raise mower to maximum cutting height.

— Engage PTO at low engine rpm.

— Increase engine rpm to mower’s rated rpm PTO speed.

— Lower mower to desired cutting height.

— Stop and shut down immediately if the mower strikes

an obstruction.

— Inspect and repair any mower damage before

resuming mowing.

— Do not operate mower with severe vibrations or with

unusual noise.

Mower-Thrown Objects

Depending on the designed purpose, mowers are

designed to cut grass, weeds, brush and crops. The

mower blades have been designed and tested for

rugged use. The mower blades, however, are not

intended to contact solid objects like rocks, concrete

or metal. Such impact can cause broken objects to be

thrown up to 300 ft (92 m). Bystanders should never

be within 300 ft (92 m) of an operating rotary mower or

within 100 ft (30 M) of a properly equipped disc mower.

Rotating Blades –

Keep Away

Do Not Operate a

Damaged Mower

Operate Safely

Mower shielding is designed to reduce the risk of thrown

objects and must be properly maintained and in place

during mowing operations.

The risk of serious injury or death from thrown objects

can be signi cantly reduced by following three rules.

If all of these safety rules are not followed, the

mowing operation must be stopped if anyone comes

within the safety limit for the mower type.

First — Inspect the area prior to mowing and remove

stones, branches, wire, cable, metal, glass and other

solid objects before operating. Any objects that cannot

be removed must be clearly marked and carefully

avoided by the operator.

In non-crop areas with grass and weeds high enough to

hide objects that could be struck by the blades, inspect

the area and remove or mark large debris or obstacles.

Mow the area at an intermediate height. Inspect the area

closely and remove or mark any remaining debris or

obstacles. Mow again at desired  nal height.

Second — Mower-thrown object shielding must be

used when operating near roads, parks, populated

areas or other areas where thrown objects could

injure bystanders or damage property. Follow the

manufacturer's operator's manual.

Third — Cross diagonally when mowing through

ditches, sharp dips, and drops. Raise the mower to

prevent the mower blades from hitting the ground.

All Mower

Safety Rules

Operate Safely

Mower-Thrown Objects (continued)

Disc Mowers — When using a disc mower it is

important to know the area to be mowed. If the operator

has mowed the  eld before and is familiar with all

obstacles that may be present, it is suf cient to watch

ahead of the mower path for any additional objects that

may have entered the  eld. Be ready to stop or avoid

any objects that could be hazardous if thrown by the

mower. If you plan to mow an unfamiliar  eld and it is

next to a traveled road or people may be within 100

ft (30 m) of the mower you must inspect, and clean or

mark the  eld.

Mowing In Reverse

Do not mow while traveling in reverse. Objects are more

likely to be thrown and can travel further.

Shut off the PTO, wait for the blades to stop turning,

raise the mower, and then back up.

Mow traveling in the forward direction.

Mowing Ground Speed

Proper ground speed depends on terrain conditions and

grass type, density and height to be cut:

— Normal ground speed range is 2 to 5 mph.

— Use slower ground speed for mowing tall, dense grass.

— Use faster ground speed for mowing medium height,

thin grass and under smooth terrain conditions.

— Use slower ground speed for mowing in rough,

sloping or unfamiliar terrain.

Disc mowers are designed to use faster ground speeds

for operating in  elds clear of debris and surface hazards.

Use Proper

Ground Speed

Do Not Mow

in Reverse

Operate Safely

Extremely Tall Grass Mowing

You may need to mow extremely tall, non-crop grass

twice. (See page 13, Mower-Thrown Objects.)

First mowing pass:

— Shut the mower and tractor down using proper

equipment shut down practice before dismounting

tractor. (See page 18, Proper Equipment Shut Down

Practices.)

— Inspect the area and remove or mark debris and

obstacles.

— Cut grass higher (10-15 inches) to avoid hidden objects.

Second mowing pass:

— Shut the mower and tractor down using proper

equipment shut down practice before dismounting

tractor.

— Inspect the area and remove or mark debris and

obstacles.

— Cut grass at desired height and, when possible,

90 degrees to the  rst mowing pass.

Watch Equipment Clearances

Three-point hitch and side-mounted mowers have a

larger turning arc than pull-type mowers. Allow suf cient

clearance for mower swing while turning.

Do not allow bystanders near the tractor and mower

when moving or transporting the tractor and mower.

Provide Adequate

Clearance for

Mower Swing

Stop Blade

Before

Unclogging

Operate Safely

Under Mount Mower Safety Practices

When mowing with an under mount mower:

— Keep removable discharge chute in place and over

discharge opening.

— Never stand on a mower housing when the tractor

engine is operating.

— Distribute grass clippings with discharge chute facing

mowed area.

— Before clearing a clogged mower or discharge

chute, shut down your machine using proper

equipment shut down practice. (See page 18, Proper

Equipment Shut Down Practices.)

Stop Blade

Before

Unclogging

Never Stand

on Mower –

Keep Away

Keep Chute

in Place

Operate Safely

Wing Or Boom Mower

Overhead Obstruction Hazards And Risks

Check for overhead obstructions with raised wing

or boom mowers to avoid serious injury or death by

contact with:

— Electrical power lines and apparatus.

— Low tree limbs.

— Other overhead obstructions.

— Maintain speci ed distance from power lines and

apparatus. Never approach energized power lines or

apparatus with any part of your machine unless all

local, state/provincial and federal (OSHA) required

safety precautions have been taken. Use extreme

caution.

DANGER! Avoid electrocution or serious injury from

contact with or inadequate clearance to energized

power lines or apparatus. Do not allow the machine or

attachment to approach or contact any power line.

Do not approach or touch any machine in contact

with a power line.

Do Not

Approach Energized

Power Lines

Stay Clear

of Energized

Equipment

Operate Safely

Wing And Side Mount Mowers Safety Practices

Raised wing positions reduce shielding protection and

increases the thrown object and blade contact hazard

risks.

Avoid possible serious injury or death by thrown

objects or blade contact from raising and lowering

wings during mowing operations:

— Do not mow with bystanders within 300 ft (92 m) of

the mower.

— Be sure no one is near mower while raising or

lowering wings.

— Shut off the PTO and wait for all rotating elements to

stop before raising the mower deck or wing section.

— Only raise wing to clear objects in the mowing path

or to match ground slope.

— Lower raised wing to ground after clearing object or

ground slope conditions.

— Stop mowing if anyone approaches within 300 ft

(92 m) of mowing area.

Ditch Bank Mowing Safety Practices

Use extreme care when mowing ditch banks. Watch for

washouts, eroded areas and mowing obstructions along

the ditch banks. Hitting obstructions with side-mount

or boom mowers may swerve the tractor’s front end

toward the ditch.

Avoid Hitting

Obstructions

Keep Bystanders

Away from

Mowing Area

300 ft

(92 m)

Operate Safely

Raised wing and boom mower ditch bank operations may

reduce the mower’s thrown object shielding effectiveness

for the mower operator’s protection.

— Use enclosed ROPS cabs, special protective

enclosures and other operator shielding available from

the manufacturer when performing these operations.

— Inspect mowing area and remove or mark all foreign

objects and debris to be avoided by mower.

Uneven Terrain Mowing Safety Practices

Tractor and mower stability is reduced on slopes and

uneven terrain.

As in all conditions when mowing, use tractors

equipped with ROPS and seat belt. Make sure the

ROPS are raised and locked in place and always

wear your seat belt.

Prevent tractor and mower overturns and maintain

equipment stability control:

— Review tractor and mower operator’s manuals for

operating safety practices on slopes and uneven

terrain conditions. Explain the practices to those

users and operators who cannot read.

— Avoid extremely steep slope operations.

Read and

Understand

Manuals Before

Operating

Use

Enclosed ROPS

Cabs or Protective

Enclosures

Use ROPS

and Seat Belt

Uneven Terrain Mowing Safety Practices

(continued)

— Use extreme care to maintain control over the

equipment when operating in these conditions.

— Increase tractor stability by adding wheel weights,

ballast and increasing wheel spacing to maximum.

Refer to operator’s manual for recommendations.

— Maintain minimum ground speed.

— Make wide and gradual turns.

— Avoid sudden starts, stops, and turns when operating

up, down, or across slopes.

— Do not raise rear-mount or side-mount mowers or

mower wings from the ground during these operations.

— Keep alert for holes, bumps, ruts, rocks, stumps or

other obstructions that could overturn the machine.

— Avoid slippery ground conditions that could cause

loss of control and overturn of tractor and mower.

— Avoid bottoming and striking the ground by diagonal

crossing of sharp dips and drops.

Use extreme care in maintaining equipment stability

during all uneven terrain and slope mowing operations.

You are the  nal judge as to any slope that can be safely

negotiated.

Maintain

Control, Use Low

Speeds

Add Ballast,

Widen Wheel

Spacing

Avoid Ruts,

Bumps, Holes

Operate Safely

Road Transport Safety Practices

Before operating on public roads:

— Refer to tractor and mower manufacturers’ operator’s

manuals for instructions.

— Explain the instructions to those users or operators

who cannot read.

— Check local regulations for required equipment

markings, lights,  ashers, etc., while traveling on

public roads. Lights are required on mowers that

obscure tractor taillights and/or warning lights.

— When transporting the mower on a trailer, follow the

manufacturer’s detailed instructions for loading, tying

down and unloading the mower.

Before transporting on public roads:

— Disengage PTO power to mower.

— Raise mower into transport position and engage

transport lock.

— Lock mower wings in the transport position with

approved locking devices.

— Attach towing safety chain between pull-type mower

and tractor.

— Make sure lights, warning lights and re ectors are in

place and visible.

— Check SMV (Slow-Moving Vehicle) emblem for

visibility to any rear-approaching vehicle.

While transporting on public roads:

— Obey all local traf c regulations.

— Approach intersections with caution.

— Observe speed and traf c control signs.

— Avoid panic stops and sharp turns.

Be a courteous operator and pull over periodically and

allow traf c to pass.

Read and

Understand

Manuals Before

Operating

STOP

YIELD

Obey Trafﬁ c

Regulations

Parking Safety Practices

— Use designated or out-of-traf c areas.

— Use  rm level ground locations.

— Set parking brake.

— Lower raised equipment to ground.

Shut down the mower and tractor using proper

equipment shut down practice before dismounting

tractor. (See page 18, Proper Equipment Shut Down

Practices.)

Sloping ground parking locations:

— Position equipment across slope.

— Set parking brakes.

— Lower raised equipment to ground.

— Block tractor wheels.

Before temporarily parking and leaving disabled

equipment near traf c areas:

— Remove equipment from public roads.

— Set out warning  ags.

— Use tractor  ashing warning lights.

Park Safely

Set

Parking Brake

Lower Raised

Equipment to

Ground

Shut Down Safely

Proper Equipment Shut Down Practices

Make proper equipment shut down an important habit.

Properly shutting down a tractor and mower can

prevent accidents from occurring when the mower is left

unattended. Shut down the mower following the speci c

procedures in the manufacturer’s operator’s manual.

These procedures will normally include:

— Reduce engine speed.

— Disengage PTO clutch and transmission drive.

— Idle engine for gradual cooling.

— Place all controls in PARK position.

— Set the parking brake.

— Lower mower to ground.

— Lower wings of wing mowers to ground.

— Shut off engine, lock ignition and remove key from

the machine and take it with you.

— Wait for all moving parts to stop before dismounting.

— Relieve hydraulic pressure by moving hydraulic

controls several times in all directions.

— Lock anti-vandalism covers and closures, if

equipped, when equipment is unattended.

— Dismount carefully maintaining three-point contact.

Disengage PTO,

Set Brake

Wait for

Rotating Parts

to Stop

Lower Raised

Equipment to

Ground

Remove Key,

Lock Ignition, Take

Key With You

PTO

STOP

Shut Down Safely

Dismounting Properly

— Never dismount from moving equipment.

— Never jump from any machines.

— Dismount carefully.

— Check for slippery steps.

— Keep feet and hands away from controls.

— Use handholds and steps during dismount.

— Face machine and use three-point contact

(2 hands and 1 foot or 2 feet and 1 hand).

Wait for

Moving Parts

to Stop

Use Three-Point

Contact,

Face Machine

Perform Maintenance Safely

Maintain Your Equipment

Be sure to maintain the equipment according to

manufacturer’s instructions. Regularly check the

operation of the protective and safety devices.

Do not perform any work on a tractor or mower unless

you are authorized and quali ed to do so.

If you have been authorized to do maintenance, read

the operator’s and service manuals. Study the

instructions; check the lubrication charts; examine all

the instruction messages on the machine. Maintenance

can be hazardous unless performed properly. Be sure

you have the necessary skill, information, correct tools

and equipment to do the job.

WARNING! Do not modify equipment or add

components not approved by the manufacturer. Use

parts, lubricants and service techniques recommended

by the manufacturer.

Mower Parts And Your Safety

Mower manufacturers use speci c fasteners and

specially designed parts to meet mowing operations

requirements. Critical parts (self-locking blade bolts,

blades, pins, shields and other special items) have

speci c strength, design and  t requirements for the

make and model mower you are using.

Avoid possible death or serious injury from unapproved

parts or modi cations:

— Do not substitute common hardware for original

manufacturer’s blade bolts or other special part items.

— Do not substitute for blades, pins, shields or other

critical parts.

— Do not use higher strength bolts to replace original

manufacturer’s shear bolts.

Maintain

Equipment

Perform Maintenance Safely

Prepare Yourself

Wear personal protective clothing and Personal

Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called

for by job conditions. You must ALWAYS wear safety

glasses with side shields.

You may also need:

— Hard hat

— Safety shoes

— Safety glasses, goggles or face shield

— Apron and gloves

— Hearing protection

— Welding helmet or goggles

— Respirator or  lter mask

Wear whatever is needed—don’t take chances.

Keep hands—and clothing—away from all moving

parts. Don’t wear dangling ties, loose sleeves, rings,

watches, or long hair.

WARNING! Prevent death or serious injury from entangle -

ment. Do not wear loose clothing or accessories. Stay

away from all rotating components when the engine is

running. Contact, wrapping or entanglement with rotating

or moving parts could result in death or serious injury.

Avoid

Rotating Parts

Avoid

Pinch Points

Perform Maintenance Safely

Wear a rubber apron and rubber gloves when working

with corrosives. Wear gloves and safety shoes when

handling wooden blocks or sharp-edged metal.

Always use safety glasses, goggles or a face shield. They

provide eye protection from  uids under pressure, during

grinding and while servicing batteries. Protection is also

needed from  ying debris, liquids and loose material

produced by equipment, tools and pressurized air/water.

Wear a face shield and follow manufacturer's instuctions

when you disassemble spring-loaded components or work

with battery acids. Wear a welding helmet or goggles with

a shaded  lter when you weld or cut with a torch.

Do not sand, grind,  ame-cut, braze or weld without a

NIOSH-approved respirator or appropriate ventilation.

If welding is required on this machine, refer to the

manufacturer’s operator's or service manuals or consult

your equipment dealer for proper procedures.

Keep pockets free of all objects that could fall out—and

drop into machinery.

Handle tools and heavy parts sensibly—with regard

for yourself and other persons. Lower items—don’t

drop them.

Prepare The Work Area

— Position the mower in a level area out of the way of

other working equipment.

— Make sure there is adequate light, ventilation and

clearance.

— Remove oil, grease or water to eliminate any slippery

surfaces.

— Clean around the area to be serviced to minimize

contamination.

Clean

Slippery Surfaces

Ventilate

Work Area

Perform Maintenance Safely

Prepare The Machine

Stored energy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic,

pneumatic, chemical, thermal, etc.) must be controlled

or reduced to a practical minimum before performing

any maintenance, repair or service procedures.

Safety practices to prevent potential injuries from

energy-releasing sources:

— Disengage PTO before shutting off engine.

— Place controls in PARK or NEUTRAL before shutting

off engine.

— Set parking brake or block wheels.

— Allow all moving parts to stop.

— Lower mower to ground.

— Lower wings to ground on wing mowers.

— Shut off tractor engine.

— Relieve hydraulic system pressure by moving controls

several times in all directions.

— Lock ignition, remove key and take it with you.

— Look and listen for evidence of moving parts before

dismounting.

— Securely support or block up mower before working

underneath mower or other lifted components.

— Securely support, block up, or lock up mower wings

with approved locking devices before working near or

underneath a wing mower.

— Relieve pressure before disconnecting or

disassembling any pressurized system.

— Block or relieve spring pressure before disassembling

any spring-loaded mechanism.

— Securely support or block up any raised machine

component before working on it.

— Avoid  ames, sparks, or smoking near any fuel,

hydraulic  uid or other  ammable material such as

mowing debris.

Prepare

Machine Systems

for Service

Attach a “DO NOT OPERATE” warning tag to the control

levers and remove the ignition key if the mower should

not be operated. Take the key with you.

Install approved support device(s) when working under

or near raised equipment.

WARNING! Unsupported raised mowers or other

equipment may drop unexpectedly. Never go under

equipment when raised unless supported by an

approved support device(s). Death or serious crushing

injury could result from falling equipment.

Remove only guards or covers that provide access to

the area being serviced. Replace all guards and covers

when work is complete.

Replace

All Guards

Perform Maintenance Safely

Use

Approved

Support Device

Use a

“Do Not Operate”

Tag

Perform Maintenance SafelyPerform Maintenance Safely

Use Proper Ventilation

If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area,

remove the exhaust fumes from the area with an

exhaust pipe extension. If you do not have an exhaust

pipe extension, make sure you open the doors and get

outside air into the area.

WARNING! Prevent possible injury. Never work on

machinery with the engine running unless instructed

by the manufacturer’s manuals for speciﬁ c service.

WARNING! Never operate any type of engine without

proper ventilation—EXHAUST FUMES CAN KILL.

Use Jacks And Hoists Carefully

Safety stands or blocks must be located on a rigid part

of the mower. Do not position stands under axles or

wheel supports that may rotate.

If you must work beneath raised equipment, always use

wood—not concrete—blocks, jack-stands or other

rigid and stable supports. When using jacks or hoists

always be sure they are adequately supported.

WARNING! Prevent possible crushing injury. Never

use concrete blocks for supports. They can collapse

under even light loads.

Make sure the hoists or jacks you use are in good repair.

Never use jacks with cracked, bent, or twisted parts.

Never use frayed, twisted or pinched cables. Never use

bent or distorted hooks.

Ventilate

Work Area

Use Proper

Support for Raised

Equipment

Remove

Key and Read

Maintenance

Manual

Common Maintenance Safety Practices

Fuel Hazards

WARNING! Always use approved fuel containers

and/or dispensing equipment.

Fuels are  ammable, so observe these practices to

reduce the possibility of a serious accident.

— Shut off engine and ignition during refueling.

— Always ground the fuel nozzle against the  ller neck

to avoid sparks.

— Keep sparks and open  ames away from fuel.

— Do not smoke while refueling or when handling fuel

containers.

— Do not cut or weld on or near fuel lines, tanks or

containers.

— Do not over ll the tank or spill fuel. Clean up spilled

fuel immediately.

Engine Coolant Hazards

Liquid cooling systems build up pressure as the engine

gets hot, so use extreme caution before removing the

radiator cap.

Be sure to:

— Stop the engine and wait for the system to cool.

— Wear protective clothing and safety glasses.

— Turn the radiator cap slowly to the  rst stop to allow

the pressure to escape before removing the cap

completely.

Remove

Radiator Cap

Slowly

No Smoking

and No Open

Flames

Perform Maintenance Safely

Hydraulic System Hazards

The hydraulic system is under pressure whenever the

engine is operating and may hold pressure even after the

engine is shut off. Cycle all hydraulic controls including

the auxiliary hydraulic control after the engine is shut

down. Relieve trapped pressure in the lines after the

attachments are shut down and resting on the ground.

During inspection of the hydraulic system:

— Wait for  uid to cool before disconnecting the lines.

Hot hydraulic  uid can cause SEVERE BURNS.

— Do not use your hand to check for leaks. Instead,

use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks.

— Wear appropriate eye protection. Hydraulic  uid can

cause permanent eye injury.

WARNING! Hydraulic  uid under pressure can penetrate

the skin or eyes and cause serious injury, blindness or

death. Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible.

Use a piece of cardboard or wood to ﬁ nd leaks, not

your hand. Wear a face shield or safety goggles for

eye protection. If  uid is injected into the skin, it must

be removed within a few hours by medical personnel

familiar with this type of injury.

When venting or  lling the hydraulic system, loosen the

 ller cap slowly and remove it gradually.

Never reset any relief valve in the hydraulic system to a

pressure higher than recommended by the manufacturer.

Wear

Eye Protection

High Pressure

Fluid Can Inject

Into the Body

Perform Maintenance Safely

Electrical System Hazards

Before working on the electrical system, disconnect the

battery cable(s).

— Remove the battery negative (-) cable(s)  rst.

— When reconnecting the battery, connect the battery

negative (-) cable(s) last.

The liquid in batteries contains acid, which is a POISON

and can cause SEVERE CHEMICAL BURNS.

Avoid Injury

— Wear a face shield to prevent contact with your eyes.

— Wear chemical-resistant gloves and clothing to keep

electrolyte off your skin and regular clothing.

WARNING! Electrolyte will damage eyes or skin

on contact. Always wear a face shield to avoid

electrolyte in eyes. If electrolyte contacts eyes,  ush

immediately with clean water and get medical attention.

Wear chemical-resistant gloves and protective

clothing to keep electrolyte off skin. If electrolyte

contacts exposed skin or clothing, wash off immediately

with clean water. If electrolyte is ingested, seek

medical attention immediately. NEVER give  uids that

would induce vomiting.

Wear

Protective

Clothing

Wear

Face Protection

Perform Maintenance Safely

Avoid Explosion

WARNING! Avoid possible serious injury from

explosion. Lead-acid batteries produce extremely

explosive gases especially when being charged. Keep

arcs, sparks, ﬂ ames and lighted tobacco away.

— Do not smoke near batteries.

— Keep arcs, sparks and open  ames away from

batteries.

— Provide adequate ventilation.

Never check the battery by placing a metal object

across the battery posts — the resulting spark could

cause an explosion.

WARNING! Avoid possible serious injury from battery

explosion. Do not charge a battery or boost start the

engine if the battery is frozen. Warm to 60°F (15.5°C)

or the battery may explode and could cause serious

injury.

Safety rules during battery boost starting:

— Follow the instructions for proper “battery boost

starting” as speci ed in the manufacturer’s manual.

— Be sure the machines are not touching.

— Observe the polarity of the batteries and connections.

— Make the  nal cable connection to the engine or the

furthest ground point away from the battery. Never

make the  nal connection at the starter or dead

battery—sparks may ignite the explosive gases

present at the battery.

— When disconnecting cables after jump starting,

remove the cables in reverse order of connection

(e.g.,  nal connection  rst).

Avoid Sparks

and Open Flames

Near Batteries

For

Boost Starting

Observe Polarity

and Make Final

Connection at

Ground Point

Perform Maintenance Safely

Tire And Wheel Maintenance

Check your tires and wheels daily because the stability

of the tractor and mower can be dramatically affected

by tire pressure or damage to tires or wheels.

Check tires for:

— Correct pressure.

— Cuts and bulges.

— Nails or other punctures.

— Uneven or excessive wear.

— Condition of valve stems and caps.

Check wheels for:

— Damage to the rims.

— Missing or loose lug nuts or bolts.

— Misalignment.

All tire service should be performed by a quali ed tire

service center or by an authorized service person who

has been properly trained in the procedures and use of

safety equipment designed for tire servicing.

Check Tires

and Wheels for

Damage

Maintain

Proper Tire

Pressure

Perform Maintenance Safely

Tire And Wheel Maintenance (continued)

WARNING! The types of wheels and tires usually

found on this equipment require special care when

servicing to prevent death or serious injury.

Do not in ate the tires above the recommended

pressure. Be sure to replace tire ballast if equipped. See

manufacturer’s speci cations for ballast requirements.

Keep wheel lug nuts tightened to manufacturer’s

recommendations.

A rise in tire pressure during operation is normal, and

should NOT be reduced.

Never rein ate a tire that has been run  at or seriously

underin ated without removing the tire from the wheel.

Have the tire and wheel closely inspected for damage

before remounting.

When adding air to a tire, do so from a distance. Use

a long hose with self-attaching chuck. Always stand

behind tread when adjusting tire pressure.

Do not in ate tires with  ammable gases or from

systems using an alcohol injector.

Never cut or weld on a wheel with an in ated

tire mounted on it. This could cause explosive

decompression.

Check that the tire size and wheel are correctly matched.

When replacing the tires, ensure the tires are of the

appropriate rating speci ed by the manufacturer.

Tires should not be operated at speeds higher than their

rated speed. Most agricultural tires are rated for 20mph

maximum speed.

Avoid

Tire Explosion

Perform Maintenance Safely

Complete Service And Repairs Before Machine

Is Released

Tighten all bolts,  ttings, and connections to torques

speci ed by the manufacturer.

Install all guards, covers, and shields after servicing.

Replace or repair any damaged parts. Re ll and

recharge pressure systems only with manufacturer

approved or recommended  uids.

Start the engine and check for leaks. (See page 23,

Hydraulic System Hazards.) Operate all controls

to make sure the tractor and mower are functioning

properly. Test the machine if necessary. After testing,

shut down and check the work you performed. Are

there any missing cotter pins, washers, locknuts, etc.?

Recheck all  uid levels before releasing the equipment

for operation.

All parts should be inspected during repair and replaced

if worn, cracked or damaged. Excessively worn or

damaged parts can fail and cause injury or death.

Replace any damaged or illegible safety signs.

Mower Blade Maintenance

Do not take chances using damaged or bent blades.

The mower manufacturers from the Association

of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and the Farm

Equipment Manufacturers Association (FEMA) advocate

that you DO NOT reuse, straighten, hard face or weld

mower blades. Death or serious injury could result if a

broken blade is thrown from a mower.

Verify

Service Work

When

Completed

Perform Maintenance Safely

Mower Blade Maintenance (continued)

— How are mower blades made?

Mower blades are made of high strength alloy spring

steel. They are hot-forged and shaped to meet the

manufacturer’s individual speci cations, then heat

treated and tempered to a high strength, ductile state

to reduce the possibility of breaking while mowing.

Blades are tested to ensure they meet strength,

hardness, and ductility standards. If a blade fails to

meet any of these speci cations, it will not be used

on the mower.

— What happens when a mower blade bends?

It takes a great amount of impact force to bend

the blade. This impact force often results in the

blades being gouged or chipped. After a blade

is damaged by a gouge or chip a blade failure is

much more likely to occur. When a blade is severely

bent, a microscopic crack may be created in the

blade. Straightening the blade does not remove or

repair this crack, but may cause additional cracks.

Additional stresses during mowing operations can

result in an unexpected blade failure.

— Avoid bending blades. Help prevent mower blades

from bending or cracking by avoiding contact with

solid objects. Mower blades are intended to cut

grass, shrubs, woody vegetation, and small trees and

limbs. They are not intended to contact solid objects

such as rocks, concrete, or steel posts. Inspect the

area prior to mowing. Remove or clearly mark any

solid objects and mow around them.

— Replace damaged blades! Inspect the mower blade(s)

daily or after hitting any solid object. If a mower blade

becomes damaged (bent, gouged, cracked) or worn

more than 25 percent of the original size, it should

be removed and replaced with a new blade. Always

use the original manufacturer’s blades. Aftermarket

brand blades may not meet the mower manufacturer’s

strength, hardness and ductility requirements.

— Do not take chances mowing with damaged or

bent blades. Using a damaged or straightened

mower blade can result in the blade breaking and

being thrown into the operator or a bystander causing

death or serious injury. The price of a new blade is

small compared to the potential for the serious injury

that could result from a bent or broken blade being

thrown from the mower.

Final Word To The User

You have just  nished reading the AEM Industrial and

Agricultural Mower Manual. It is impossible for this

manual to cover every safety situation that you may

encounter on a daily basis. Your knowledge of these

safety precautions and your application to the

basic rules of safety will help to build good judgment

in all situations. Our objective is to help you develop,

establish and maintain good safety habits to make

operating an Industrial and Agricultural Mower easier

and safer for you.

This manual is another in a series on the safe operation of machinery published by AEM.

Many pictorials in this safety manual can be found and downloaded at http://pictorials.aem.org.

For additional publications visit our website at www.safetymaterials.org.

ASSOCIATION OF

EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS

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www.aem.org

Este manual de seguridad está destinado a señalar

algunas de las situaciones de seguridad básicas que

pueden surgir durante la operación y el mantenimiento

normales de la máquina y a instruirlo en prácticas de

seguridad para manejar estas condiciones. Este manual

NO sustituye los manuales del operador del fabricante de

la cortadora de césped.

Puede ser necesario tomar precauciones adicionales o

algunas de las instrucciones pueden no ser pertinentes,

dependiendo del equipo, los accesorios y las condiciones

del sitio de trabajo o del área de servicio. El fabricante no

tiene control directo sobre la aplicación, la operación, la

inspección o el mantenimiento del equipo. Por lo tanto,

es SU responsabilidad utilizar prácticas de seguridad

correctas en estas áreas.

La información que se proporciona en este manual

complementa la información especí ca sobre la máquina que

contienen los manuales del operador del fabricante. Puede

haber otra información que afecte la operación segura de

la máquina en los letreros de seguridad o en los requisitos

del seguro, programas de seguridad y capacitación del

empleador, códigos de seguridad, leyes federales, locales,

estatales o provinciales, reglas y ordenanzas.

¡IMPORTANTE! Antes de hacer funcionar la

cortadora de césped, asegúrese de contar con

los manuales del operador del fabricante para

esta máquina y todos los accesorios. Si faltan

los manuales del fabricante, solicite manuales

de repuesto a su empleador, al concesionario de

los equipos o directamente al fabricante. Guarde

este manual de seguridad y los manuales del

fabricante con la máquina en todo momento. Lea

y asegúrese de comprender todos los manuales.

Se encuentra disponible el video AEM Mower

Safety Practices (Prácticas de seguridad para

la cortadora de césped de AEM) para capacitar

y reforzar prácticas de seguridad correctas. Se

alienta a los operadores a ver periódicamente el

video de seguridad.

Introducción

Lea y asegúrese

de comprender los

manuales antes

de comenzar la

operación

Contenido

Reconocimiento . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Introducción . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Alertas de seguridad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Palabras para el usuario/operador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura . . . . 4

Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad . . . . . . . . . 5

Preparación para una operación segura . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Arranque con seguridad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Operación con seguridad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Estacionamiento seguro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Apagado con seguridad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad . . . . . 19

Palabras ﬁ nales para el usuario . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Reconocimiento

Deseamos reconocer las contribuciones de los miembros del Consejo de Fabricantes de Cortadoras de Césped

Industriales/para Agricultura para la preparación de este Manual de seguridad.

AVISO DE PROTECCIÓN DE COPYRIGHT

difusión parcial o total de este trabajo por cualquier medio sin consentimiento previo por escrito de la Asociación de Fabricantes de Equipos.

Revisado el 01/03, 09/10

Alertas de seguridad

Símbolo

Este símbolo de alerta de seguridad signi ca:

“¡ATENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERTA! ¡SU

SEGURIDAD ESTÁ EN RIESGO!”

El símbolo de alerta de seguridad identi ca mensajes de

seguridad importantes sobre el equipo, sobre letreros de

seguridad, en manuales u otros lugares. Cuando vea este

símbolo, manténgase alerta ante la posibilidad de muerte

o lesiones personales. Siga las instrucciones del mensaje

de seguridad.

Motivos por los cuales la seguridad es importante:

— Los accidentes provocan discapacidad y muerte.

— Los accidentes cuestan.

— Los accidentes pueden evitarse.

Palabras indicativas

Las palabras indicativas son palabras distintivas que

típicamente se encontrarán en letreros de seguridad

de la cortadora de césped y otros equipos del sitio de

trabajo. Estas palabras también se pueden encontrar

en este manual y en los manuales del fabricante. Están

destinadas a alertar al operador sobre un riesgo y el grado

de gravedad del riesgo.

DANGER (PELIGRO) indica una

situación riesgosa que, si no se evita,

resultará en una lesión grave o la

muerte.

WARNING (ADVERTENCIA) indica

una situación riesgosa que, si no se

evita, podría resultar en una lesión

grave o la muerte.

CAUTION (PRECAUCIÓN) indica

una situación que, si no se evita,

podría resultar en lesiones leves o

moderadas.

NOTICE (AVISO) indica un mensaje

de daños a la propiedad.

NOTICE

PELIGRO

ADVERTENCIA

PRECAUCIÓN

AVISO

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

Palabras para el usuario/operador

Es SU responsabilidad leer y asegurarse de comprender el

manual de seguridad y los manuales del fabricante antes de

hacer funcionar esta máquina. Este manual de seguridad lo

lleva paso a paso a través de su día de trabajo.

El reconocimiento de los riesgos y la prevención de

accidentes dependen de que usted esté alerta, sea

cuidadoso y se capacite correctamente para la operación,

el transporte, el mantenimiento y el almacenamiento de

este equipo.

Se han suministrado grá cos útiles para comprender el texto.

Recuerde que USTED es la clave de la seguridad. Las

prácticas de seguridad correctas lo protegen no sólo

a usted sino también a las personas que lo rodean.

Estudie este manual y los manuales del fabricante para

su máquina en particular. Transfórmelos en una parte

activa de su programa de seguridad. Tenga presente que

este manual de seguridad está escrito para cortadoras de

césped industriales/para agricultura.

Contáctese con el fabricante del equipo si le queda

alguna pregunta sobre la operación segura después de

estudiar los manuales del operador del fabricante y este

manual de seguridad.

Tome todas las demás precauciones habituales y

acostumbradas para un trabajo seguro y, sobre todo:

RECUERDE:

¡LA SEGURIDAD DEPENDE DE USTED!

¡PUEDE EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O MUERTE

CAUSADAS POR PRÁCTICAS LABORALES

NO SEGURAS!

Lea y asegúrese

de comprender

todos los letreros

de seguridad

Tipos de cortadora de césped industrial/para

agricultura

Las cortadoras de césped se usan para recortar pasturas,

desmenuzar residuos de cultivos, cortar arbustos, realizar

desbroce pesado, cortar la hierba en vías de agua,

derechos de paso, costados de caminos o autopistas.

Además, estas cortadoras se usan para cortar la hierba

y otras plantas en zonas públicas como parques y

cementerios.

Cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura

Barra en forma de hoz

Triturador

Giratorio

Aguilón

Giratorio con lateral

plegable

Tipos de cortadora de césped de disco para

agricultura

Las cortadoras de césped de disco están diseñadas y

equipadas para cortar cultivos de heno a mayor velocidad

de desplazamiento.

Las cortadoras/acondicionadoras de disco cortan y

acondicionan los cultivos.

Las formadoras de hileras autopropulsadas cortan el heno

y lo acondicionan en hileras.

Cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura

Cortadora de césped

de disco

Cortadora/

acondicionadora de

disco

Formadora de hileras

autopropulsada

Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad

Protéjase a sí mismo

Use la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de

protección personal (PPE) que se le proporcionen o que

requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe

usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales.

Puede necesitar también:

— Casco

— Calzado de seguridad

— Antiparras de seguridad o protección facial

— Guantes gruesos

— Protección para oídos

— Indumentaria re ectiva

— Indumentaria impermeable

— Respirador o máscara con  ltro

Use la ropa necesaria; no corra ningún riesgo.

¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite lesiones graves o muerte por

enredos. No use ropa ﬂ oja ni accesorios. Ate el cabello

largo. Manténgase alejado de todos los componentes

giratorios cuando el motor está en funcionamiento. El

contacto, el enrollado o el enredo con piezas giratorias o

móviles podrían resultar en lesiones graves o la muerte.

Evite quedar

enredado

Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad

— Lea, asegúrese de comprender y siga las instrucciones

escritas del fabricante que se encuentran en el manual

del operador y en los letreros de seguridad sobre la

cortadora y el tractor.

— Obtenga capacitación para la operación de la

cortadora y el tractor.

— Aproveche los programas de capacitación que se

ofrecen en su zona.

— Solicítele al distribuidor de equipos o al supervisor que

le explique cualquier información que no comprenda.

— Explique las instrucciones escritas de los manuales del

operador y los letreros de seguridad a los usuarios u

operadores que no puedan leerlas.

— Inspeccione la cortadora y el tractor diariamente antes

de hacerlos funcionar. Asegúrese de que todas las

guardas se encuentren en su lugar y de que el equipo

funcione correctamente.

— Nunca fume mientras lo está manejando. Nunca

llene el depósito de combustible con el motor en

funcionamiento o cerca de una llama abierta.

— Asegúrese de tener visibilidad adecuada e iluminación

su ciente.

— Sepa cuáles son los puntos donde puede quedar

atrapado y las partes giratorias. Su conocimiento

puede evitar accidentes.

— Nunca intente hacer funcionar los controles, excepto

desde el asiento del operador. Las funciones

controladas de manera incorrecta pueden producir

el movimiento imprevisto de la máquina y resultar en

lesiones graves o muerte.

— Apague la cortadora y el tractor antes de descender.

(Consulte la página 18, Prácticas correctas de

apagado de los equipos.)

Lea, asegúrese de

comprender y siga

las indicaciones de

los manuales y los

letreros de seguridad

Evite las partes

giratorias

Sepa cuáles son

y evite los puntos

donde pueda quedar

atrapado

Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad

Evite las lesiones provocadas por equipos elevados

Evite posibles lesiones de aplastamiento por caídas de la

cortadora u otros equipos elevados.

Antes de trabajar cerca o debajo de partes levadas de la

cortadora o de los equipos:

— Apoye o bloquee con seguridad las partes elevadas de

la cortadora o los equipos de acuerdo con el manual

del operador.

— Apoye, bloquee o trabe con seguridad los laterales con

dispositivos de bloqueo aprobados o descienda las

partes de la cortadora o de los equipos hasta el suelo.

— Use trabas de transporte cuando transporte la

cortadora por la vía pública.

Evite lesiones producidas por líquidos a alta presión

Evite las lesiones por inyección de  uidos debidas a fugas

de líquidos a alta presión.

Si un ﬂ uido se inyecta en la piel, debe ser extraído

dentro de pocas horas por personal médico

familiarizado con este tipo de lesión.

Las fugas de  uido bajo presión pueden no ser visibles.

Al veri car en busca de fugas o cuando trabaja cerca de

sistemas presurizados:

— Lea las prácticas de seguridad recomendadas en los

manuales del operador del fabricante.

— Use una protección facial o antiparras de seguridad

para proteger los ojos.

— Use un cartón o una madera para buscar fugas; NO

use las manos.

— Alivie la presión del sistema antes de desconectar líneas.

— Busque y repare las líneas, los tubos y las mangueras

dañados o con fugas.

— Busque y apriete las conexiones  ojas.

— Purgue el aire del sistema antes de hacerlo funcionar.

El ﬂ uido a alta

presión puede

inyectarse en el

cuerpo

Evite ser aplastado –

Bloquee o apoye

con seguridad la

cortadora

Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad

Evite lesiones por incendios y explosiones

Aplique el freno de estacionamiento, apague el motor de

la cortadora y del tractor y retire la llave mientras llena

el depósito de combustible. Tenga precaución adicional

cuando carga combustible en un motor caliente. Nunca

fume mientras carga combustible. Evite las chispas

conectando a tierra la boquilla de combustible contra el

cuello de llenado del depósito.

Los vapores de un depósito de combustible vacío son

explosivos. Nunca suelde o realice cortes en líneas,

depósitos o contenedores de combustible.

Retire toda la basura o los residuos de corte de la

máquina todos los días o según sea necesario. Mantenga

los residuos alejados del motor, el escape, los embragues

y otras fuentes de calor. Use supresores de chispas,

según corresponda, en el sistema de escape del motor.

Asegúrese de que no haya trapos con aceite u otro

material in amable almacenado en la máquina.

Revise en busca de fugas de combustible, aceite o  uido

hidráulico. Repare las fugas y limpie la máquina antes de

hacerla funcionar.

El éter/ uido para arranque en frío es in amable. No fume

cuando usa éter/ uido para arranque en frío. Siempre

siga las instrucciones del recipiente y de los manuales del

operador del fabricante correspondientes a la cortadora

de césped. No use éter/ uido para arranque en frío si el

motor está equipado con bujías de precalentamiento u

otro dispositivo de precalentamiento.

Siempre use solvente no in amable para limpiar las

partes. No use gasolina, combustible diesel u otros  uidos

in amables. Almacene todos los  uidos y materiales

in amables lejos de la máquina y de la zona de trabajo.

Sepa dónde se guardan los extintores de incendios, cómo

funcionan y para qué tipo de incendio están destinados.

Veri que la disponibilidad de los extintores de incendios de

acuerdo con las instrucciones del fabricante. Asegúrese de

que cada tractor esté equipado con un extintor de incendios.

Retire los

residuos a diario

o según sea

necesario

No fumar;

evitar las llamas

abiertas

Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad

¡Manténgase alerta!

Sepa dónde obtener asistencia. Sepa cómo usar un

equipo de primeros auxilios y un extintor de incendios/

sistema de supresión de fuego.

¡Manténgase informado!

Aproveche los programas de capacitación que se ofrecen.

¡Tenga cuidado!

El error humano es causado por muchos factores: descuido,

fatiga, sobrecarga, preocupación, desconocimiento de

la máquina por parte del operador, fármacos y alcohol,

entre muchos otros. Los daños al tractor o la cortadora de

césped se pueden arreglar en un tiempo breve, pero las

lesiones o la muerte tienen un efecto perdurable.

Por su seguridad y la de los demás, aliente a sus

compañeros de trabajo a actuar con seguridad.

Para una operación segura

Usted debe ser un operador cuali cado y autorizado

para operar la máquina correctamente. Debe comprender

claramente las instrucciones por escrito que proporciona

el fabricante, recibir capacitación (que incluya la

operación real de la cortadora de césped) y conocer

las reglas y ordenanzas de seguridad correspondientes

al sitio de trabajo. Una buena práctica de seguridad

consiste en señalar y explicar los letreros y las prácticas

de seguridad y asegurarse de que otras personas

comprendan la importancia de seguir estas instrucciones.

¡ADVERTENCIA! Los fármacos y el alcohol afectan la

capacidad de alerta y de coordinación del operador,

así como su capacidad para operar los equipos con

seguridad. Nunca use fármacos o alcohol mientras

opera el equipo de la cortadora. Nunca permita a

sabiendas que otra persona opere esta máquina con

la capacidad de alerta o coordinación deteriorada.

Un operador que toma un medicamento recetado o de

venta libre debe consultar a un profesional médico con

respecto a los efectos colaterales del medicamento que

podrían reducir su capacidad de operar este equipo con

seguridad.

Nunca use

fármacos o alcohol

mientras está

operando la máquina

Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad

Conozca las reglas

La mayoría de los empleadores tienen reglas que rigen la

operación y el mantenimiento de los equipos. Antes de

comenzar a trabajar en una ubicación nueva, veri que con

el supervisor o con el coordinador de seguridad. Averigüe

sobre las reglas que tendrá que obedecer.

La Administración de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional

(Occupational Safety and Health Administration,

OSHA) hace cumplir leyes federales dentro de los

EE.UU. que se aplican a la operación, la aplicación y el

mantenimiento seguros de equipos en un sitio de trabajo.

Es responsabilidad del empleador cumplir estas leyes. Un

representante de OSHA puede visitar periódicamente un

sitio de trabajo para ver si estas leyes se cumplen.

También puede haber leyes estatales/provinciales o locales

u ordenanzas internacionales que se apliquen a este

equipo y a su uso, junto con reglas especí cas del sitio

de trabajo o del empleador. Es importante que conozca y

cumpla todas las leyes y reglas aplicables, incluso las que

requieren capacitación y certi cación del operador.

Las siguientes son algunas de las reglas que debe

cumplir al trabajar:

— Un ROPS (sistema de protección antivuelco) y un tractor

equipado con cinturón de seguridad es exigencia del

gobierno federal (OSHA) par ala protección de los

operadores durante el funcionamiento de la cortadora.

Una cabina cerrada proporciona protección adicional para

el operador con respecto a objetos arrojados. Veri que el

manual del operador de la cortadora de césped para ver

si también se requiere una cabina de tractor.

— Use y veri que que otras personas usen la indumentaria

y los equipos de protección personal correctos.

— Inspeccione la máquina y los accesorios antes de cada

uso según lo especi cado por el fabricante y por su

empleador.

— Conozca las limitaciones y las características operativas

del equipo de corte de césped. No haga un uso indebido.

— Veri que que todos los escudos y las guardas estén

correctamente instalados antes de hacer funcionar la

máquina.

— Nunca modi que o retire partes de la máquina (excepto

para realizar servicios; después, asegúrese de que se

vuelvan a colocar en su lugar).

Reglas

de seguridad

•

Sepa cuáles son

y asegúrese de

comprender las reglas

de funcionamiento

Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad

Algunas reglas que debe cumplir al trabajar

(continuación)

— Únicamente personas cuali cadas y autorizadas

pueden manejar estos equipos.

— Nunca permita que los niños jueguen en los equipos,

viajen en ellos o los hagan funcionar. Los niños no

están cuali cados para manejar estos equipos.

— No transporte pasajeros.

— Use contacto en tres puntos (asideros y peldaños) y

enfrente el equipo al ascender o descender de él.

— Mantenga a las personas ajenas a 300 pies (92 m) de la

operación de corte.

— Familiarícese con el sitio de trabajo antes de usar la

cortadora de césped. Tenga en cuenta posibles riesgos

que puede encontrar en el terreno. Retire o marque los

obstáculos y residuos que podrían dañar la cortadora o

ser arrojados por ella.

— Utilice sólo accesorios y partes aprobados por el

fabricante de la cortadora de césped.

— Asegúrese de que todos accesorios estén descendidos,

aplique el freno de estacionamiento, apague el motor y

haga funcionar todas las palancas de control. Retire la

llave antes de salir del tractor. (Consulte la página 18,

Prácticas correctas de apagado de los equipos.)

— Cuando transporte la cortadora de césped en un

remolque, siga las instrucciones detalladas del fabricante

para la carga, el amarre y la descarga de la cortadora.

Mantenga

a los niños alejados

de los equipos

No lleve

pasajeros

Apague los equipos

cuando están sin

vigilancia

Mantenga a las

personas ajenas

alejadas

Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad

Conozca los equipos

Lea y asegúrese de comprender los letreros de seguridad

que indican PELIGRO, ADVERTENCIA, PRECAUCIÓN

y AVISO y otros letreros informativos que hay sobre

el tractor y la cortadora de césped y en el manual del

operador del fabricante. Solicítele al supervisor o al

distribuidor de la cortadora que le explique cualquier

información que no comprenda. El incumplimiento de las

instrucciones de seguridad podría resultar en lesiones

graves o muerte.

Asegúrese de que todas las estructuras de protección,

guardas, escudos, pantallas y paneles del fabricante

están bien reparados, en su lugar y bien ajustados.

Los componentes de seguridad dañados, faltantes o

debilitados pueden crear una situación de riesgo para

usted como operador. Nunca retire o modi que ningún

componente de seguridad (incluso escudos para objetos

arrojados) que haya en la cortadora.

Conozca lo siguiente sobre el tractor y la cortadora de

césped:

— Funcionamiento, propósito y uso de todos los controles.

— Velocidades de funcionamiento correctas.

— Capacidades y funcionamiento correcto en pendientes

y terrenos desparejos.

— Características del frenado y la dirección.

— Radio de giro y separaciones.

— Cómo detener los equipos rápidamente en una

emergencia.

Lea y asegúrese

de comprender

todos los letreros

de seguridad

Lea y asegúrese

de comprender los

manuales antes

de comenzar la

operación

Preparación para una operación segura

Revise los equipos de la cortadora de césped y el

tractor

Antes de comenzar la jornada de trabajo, inspeccione la

máquina y asegúrese de que todos los sistemas estén en

buenas condiciones operacionales.

¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones por aplastamiento

producidas por equipos que caen. La falla del sistema

hidráulico o de una parte podría causar la caída de

equipos que no están apoyados. No permanezca debajo

de equipos elevados excepto que estén correctamente

apoyados de acuerdo con el manual del operador.

— Realice procedimientos de servicio diarios y periódicos

según lo indicado por el fabricante del equipo.

— Veri que para detectar piezas faltantes, dañadas,

rotas o  ojas en el tractor y en la cortadora de césped.

Repare o sustituya esas piezas.

— Veri que que los accesorios del tractor y la cortadora

sean los correctos.

— Veri que que la clasi cación nominal de velocidad de

TDF del tractor y la cortadora sea la correcta.

— Veri que el estado de las hojas de la cortadora

de césped. Sustituya las hojas que se encuentren

gravemente gastadas, dobladas, agujereadas o

marcadas; incluya los pernos y sujetadores de las

hojas. Nunca enderece o suelde en las hojas.

— Asegúrese de que el escudo para objetos que son

arrojados se encuentre correctamente instalado y en buen

estado. Repárelo o sustitúyalo si está dañado o falta.

Lea el manual –

Bloquee o apoye

con seguridad la

cortadora

Realice el

mantenimiento de

la máquina

Recorrida de

inspección

Preparación para una operación segura

— Veri que que todos los escudos y guardas estén en su

lugar y que todos los equipos se encuentren en buenas

condiciones de funcionamiento. Esto incluye la línea

motriz de la TDF, la caja de engranajes y las guardas y

escudos de los implementos que se usan para proteger

al operador.

— Veri que que los dispositivos de bloqueo del extremo

en horquilla de la línea motriz estén correctamente

enclavados.

— Veri que en busca de sistemas hidráulicos dañados o

con fugas en el tractor o la cortadora. Repare o ajuste

según sea necesario.

¡ADVERTENCIA! El  uido hidráulico bajo presión puede

penetrar la piel o los ojos y causar lesiones graves,

ceguera o la muerte. Las fugas de  uido bajo presión

pueden no ser visibles. Utilice un cartón o una madera

para buscar fugas, no la mano. Use protección ocular.

Si el  uido se inyecta en la piel, debe ser extraído dentro

de las próximas pocas horas por personal médico

familiarizado con este tipo de lesión.

— Mantenga la super cie de la plataforma del operador

limpia y libre de grasa, aceite, suciedad, nieve o

hielo. Los peldaños y asideros deben estar limpios y

funcionar correctamente.

— Asegúrese de que las luces de trabajo se mantengan

limpias (si están instaladas). Veri que que todas las

luces funcionen correctamente.

— Asegúrese de que el letrero de vehículo de movimiento

lento, los y las luces de advertencia estén en buenas

condiciones y puedan verse claramente.

— Asegúrese de que todas las herramientas y objetos

sueltos se retiren o se sujeten con seguridad mientras

se opera la máquina.

— Veri que que todos los letreros de seguridad se vean

con claridad. Sustituya los letreros dañados.

Veriﬁ que en

busca de fugas e

inspeccione las

mangueras

Revise para

detectar/guardas y

escudos dañados

Aparte las

reﬂ ectores

herramientas

Preparación para una operación segura

Familiarícese con la zona de trabajo

Antes de hacer funcionar la cortadora de césped,

inspeccione cuidadosamente la zona de trabajo. Recorra

a pie alrededor de la zona e inspeccione las super cies

sobre las cuales se desplazará cuando utilice la cortadora.

Busque residuos y obstáculos recorriendo a pie la zona

antes de cortar. Los objetos como alambre, cable, rocas,

neumáticos y metales que podrían dañar o ser arrojados

por la cortadora de césped deben retirarse o marcarse

claramente y evitarse.

Corrija las condiciones no seguras. No opere en áreas

con problemas donde no se puedan retirar o marcar los

residuos y los obstáculos.

Analice la zona de corte para determinar:

— El procedimiento de corte más e ciente.

— La altura del material que debe cortarse.

— Las condiciones operativas del terreno.

— Cómo usar mejor el patrón de corte en sentido de

avance.

— Las posibilidades de que personas ajenas o que pasan

circunstancialmente queden expuestas a objetos que

se arrojan.

Tenga cuidado con otras personas

Antes de poner en marcha los equipos:

— Recorra a pie alrededor de los equipos.

— Veri que en busca de personas debajo o cerca de los

equipos.

— Retire a todas las personas de esas zonas.

— Haga sonar una advertencia.

Retire o marque

los residuos y

obstáculos

Recorra a pie

alrededor del lugar

de trabajo

Localice y evite:

— Agujeros

— Desmoronamientos

— Obstáculos (tocones)

— Excavaciones

— Agua estancada

— Lodo profundo

— Puntos mojados

— Suelo blando

— Puntos irregulares

— Líneas y aparatos

eléctricos

— Otros servicios públicos

— Cualquier condición que

podría causar una colisión,

pérdida de control o vuelco

— Pendientes empinadas

Preparación para una operación segura

Ascienda y descienda del tractor correctamente

Siempre use contacto de tres puntos al ascender o

descender del tractor o de la cortadora de césped.

Enfrente la máquina al ingresar o salir de ella. Un contacto

de tres puntos signi ca que tres de los cuatro miembros

(brazos y piernas) están en contacto con la máquina en

todo momento durante el ascenso y descenso.

Antes de ascender:

— Límpiese el calzado y las manos. Limpie la nieve, el

hielo, el lodo o el aceite de los peldaños y asideros.

Durante el ascenso y el descenso:

— Use los asideros y los estribos.

— Nunca se aferre al volante o a los controles como

asideros.

— Nunca ascienda o descienda de un tractor en

movimiento.

— Nunca ascienda o descienda transportando

herramientas u objetos que impidan el contacto de tres

puntos. Deje en el piso las piezas o las herramientas.

Manteniendo el contacto correcto, suba y, después,

recoja el objeto.

Utilice contacto

de tres puntos

Limpie las

superﬁ cies

resbaladizas

Preparación para una operación segura

Prueba de seguridad de los controles del tractor

y de la cortadora de césped

Arranque el tractor siguiendo los procedimientos

especí cos del manual del operador del fabricante. Estos

procedimientos normalmente incluyen:

— Colóquese y ajústese el cinturón de seguridad en el

tractor equipado con ROPS.

— Veri que que el freno de estacionamiento esté aplicado.

— Veri que que la TDF esté desenganchada.

— Veri que que todos los controles estén en la posición

de estacionamiento.

— Advierta a otras personas en la zona antes de arrancar

el tractor.

— Arranque el tractor siguiendo los procedimientos de

arranque que recomienda el fabricante del tractor.

¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite lesiones graves o muertes

producidas por el movimiento inesperado de la máquina.

Arranque el motor únicamente desde el puesto del

operador. Nunca intente arrancar el motor haciendo

un corto entre los bornes del arranque o tomando la

llave desde el suelo o desde afuera de la cabina.

Después del arranque:

— Veri que que todos los instrumentos, indicadores y

luces indicadoras funcionen normalmente.

— Veri que que todos los controles, la dirección y los

frenos del tractor funcionen correctamente.

— Eleve y descienda la cortadora de césped en busca

de problemas en el descenso total o el enganche de la

línea motriz.

— Veri que los equipos en busca de vibraciones

excesivas y ruidos anormales.

Revise los

instrumentos y

controles

Arranque

únicamente desde

el asiento del

operador

Use el ROPS

y el cinturón de

seguridad

Preparación para una operación segura

— Use las prácticas correctas de apagado de los equipos

antes de inspeccionar equipos. Espere hasta que todo

movimiento de los equipos se haya detenido antes de

descender del tractor o la cortadora de césped.

— No haga funcionar la cortadora si el tractor y la cortadora

de césped no funcionan correctamente. Coloque una

etiqueta que indique “No poner en funcionamiento” en la

máquina, retire la llave y no haga funcionar la cortadora

hasta que el problema se haya corregido.

Sistema de toma de fuerza (TDF)

Asegúrese de hacer funcionar el tractor a la velocidad de

TDF indicada para la cortadora.

Al hacer funcionar tractores con sistemas de TDF

impulsados por transmisión, una cortadora giratoria tiene

un signi cativo efecto de rueda volante. La cortadora

puede seguir propulsando un tractor con un sistema de

TDF impulsado por transmisión.

El tractor debe estar equipado y funcionar como sigue:

— Instale una línea motriz equipada con un embrague de

sobrecarga.

— Prevea su ciente espacio y tiempo para maniobrar

anticipando los giros, las paradas y las reducciones de

velocidad.

Use la velocidad

de la TDF

No descienda hasta

que el movimiento de

los equipos se haya

detenido

Use una etiqueta

que indique

“No poner en

funcionamiento”

Preparación para una operación segura

Enganche de la cortadora de césped al tractor

Cortadoras montadas en enganche de tres puntos:

— Consulte los manuales de los fabricantes de la

cortadora y del tractor.

— Coloque la palanca selectora de elevación de potencia

hidráulica del tractor en la posición descendida para

evitar movimientos imprevistos.

— Explique los procedimientos de enganche a los

operadores que no puedan leerlos.

— Pueden requerirse pesos en el extremo delantero para

mantener el control de la dirección y la estabilidad del

extremo delantero. Consulte los manuales del operador

de los fabricantes.

— Al hacer retroceder el tractor hasta la cortadora de

césped, NUNCA permita que haya personas entre

tractor y la cortadora.

— Instale la cortadora en los eslabones de tres puntos del

tractor y asegúrela en su lugar con pasadores.

— Instale con seguridad la línea motriz a la TDF del

tractor. Descienda el escudo principal hasta su lugar

si es móvil. Empuje y tire de la línea motriz para

asegurarse de que esté trabada en el vástago de

la TDF.

Lea y asegúrese

de comprender los

manuales antes

de comenzar la

operación

Mantenga una

distribución

correcta del peso

No permita que

haya nadie entre el

tractor y la cortadora

de césped

Evite quedar

enredado, use

guardas y

escudos

Cortadoras montadas en enganche tipo de tiro:

— Consulte los manuales de los fabricantes de la

cortadora y del tractor.

— Retire el acople rápido del enganche de tres puntos si

está instalado.

— Instálelo únicamente al enganche de la barra de tiro.

— Ajuste la longitud de la barra de tiro del tractor para el

funcionamiento de la TDF a 540 ó 1000 rpm.

— Al hacer retroceder el tractor hasta la cortadora de

césped, NUNCA permita que haya personas entre

tractor y la cortadora.

— Instale correctamente la cadena de remolque de

seguridad de la cortadora en el tractor.

— Instale con seguridad la línea motriz a la TDF del

tractor. Empuje y tire de la línea motriz para asegurarse

de que esté trabada en la TDF. Descienda el escudo

principal a su lugar.

— Conecte las mangueras hidráulicas de la cortadora de

césped en el tractor.

— Asegúrese de que los laterales o las plataformas

elevadas de la cortadora estén sostenidas por los

cilindros antes de retirar las trabas de transporte.

Nunca haga fuerza para soltar las trabas de transporte

o de los laterales. Los laterales o la plataforma podrían

caerse y aplastarlo.

Conﬁ rme que los

laterales estén

apoyados antes de

soltar las trabas

Evite quedar

enredado, use

guardas y

escudos

Preparación para una operación segura

Ajuste de la

barra de tiro del

tractor

14IN

540 RPO PTO

1-3/8" 6 SPLINE

1000 RPO PTO

1-3/8" 21 SPLINE

16IN

1000 RPO PTO

1-3/4" 20 SPLINE

20IN

TDF A 540 RPM

ESTRÍA 6 A 1 3/8"

TDF A 1000 RPM

ESTRÍA 21 A 1 3/8"

TDF A 1000 RPM 1

ESTRÍA 20 A 1 ¾ "

PULG.

Arranque con seguridad

Cómo realizar un arranque correcto

Corte la hierba únicamente con luz diurna o en

condiciones de buena luz arti cial.

Evite lesiones graves o muerte producidas por objetos

arrojados por la cortadora o por el contacto con las hojas:

— Mantenga los escudos de las cadenas, los escudos

de ectores  exibles o sólidos y las rampas de

descarga en su lugar y en buen estado de reparación.

— Mantenga a las personas ajenas a 300 pies (92 m) de la

operación de corte.

— Nunca dirija la descarga de la cortadora hacia una

persona.

— Mantenga las manos, los pies y otras partes del

cuerpo alejadas de las piezas giratorias, las hojas y las

aberturas de descarga.

— No haga funcionar la cortadora de césped en la

posición de transporte.

No se acerque a una cortadora hasta que todo

movimiento se haya detenido.

Enganche de la transmisión de RDF de la cortadora de

césped:

— Eleve la cortadora hasta la altura de corte máxima.

— Enganche la TDF a baja velocidad del motor.

— Aumente la velocidad del motor hasta llegar a la

velocidad nominal de la TDF.

— Descienda la cortadora hasta la altura de corte deseada.

— Detenga y apague de inmediato si la cortadora golpea

contra una obstrucción.

— Inspeccione y repare cualquier daño de la cortadora

antes de reanudar el corte.

— No haga funcionar una cortadora que vibra en exceso o

produce ruidos anormales.

Objetos arrojados por la cortadora de césped

Dependiendo del propósito previsto, las cortadoras

están diseñadas para cortar hierba, maleza, broza y

cultivos. Las hojas de la cortadora están diseñadas y

probadas para uso intensivo. Las hojas de la cortadora,

sin embargo, no están diseñadas para entrar en contacto

con objetos sólidos como rocas, cemento o metales. Un

impacto de este tipo puede arrojar objetos rotos hasta

300 pies (92 m) de distancia. Nunca debe haber personas

ajenas a menos de 300 pies (92 m) de una cortadora

giratoria en funcionamiento o a menos de 100 pies (30 m)

de una cortadora de disco correctamente equipada.

Hojas giratorias –

Manténgase

No ponga en

funcionamiento una

cortadora de césped

dañada

Operación con seguridad

Los escudos de la cortadora están diseñados para reducir

el riesgo de objetos arrojados y se deben mantener

correctamente y en su lugar durante las operaciones de

corte.

El riesgo de lesiones graves o muerte puede reducirse

signi cativamente si se siguen estas reglas. Si no se

siguen todas estas reglas de seguridad, la operación

de corte debe detenerse en caso de que alguna

persona ingrese dentro del límite de seguridad

correspondiente a cada tipo de cortadora.

Primero — Inspeccione la zona antes de cortar y retire las

piedras, ramas, alambres, cables, metales, vidrios y otros

objetos sólidos antes de hacer funcionar la máquina. Los

objetos que no puedan retirarse deben marcarse con

claridad y ser evitados con cuidado por el operador.

En áreas sin cultivos con hierba y maleza de altura

su ciente como para ocultar objetos que podrían ser

golpeados por las hojas, inspeccione la zona y retire o

marque los residuos u obstáculos grandes.

Realice el corte de la zona a una altura intermedia.

Inspeccione la zona atentamente y retire o marque

cualquier residuo u obstáculo restante. Corte nuevamente

a la altura  nal deseada.

Segundo — Los escudos para objetos arrojados por la

cortadora deben usarse cuando se opera cerca de caminos,

parques, zonas pobladas u otras zonas donde objetos

arrojados podrían lesionar a personas ajenas o dañar la

propiedad. Siga el manual del operador del fabricante.

Tercero — Cruce en sentido diagonal cuando realiza

el corte a través de zanjas, depresiones marcadas y

hundimientos. Eleve la cortadora para evitar que las hojas

de la cortadora golpeen el suelo.

Siga todas

las reglas de

seguridad

Operación con seguridad

Objetos arrojados por la cortadora de césped

(continuación)

Cortadoras de disco — Cuando se usa una cortadora

de disco, es importante conocer la zona donde se va a

cortar. Si el operador ha realizado cortes en el terreno

antes y está familiarizado con todos los obstáculos

que puede haber, es su ciente observar delante de la

trayectoria de la cortadora para detectar cualquier objeto

adicional que pueda haber ingresado en el terreno. Esté

preparado para detenerse o evitar objetos que podrían

ser peligrosos si son arrojados por la cortadora. Si piensa

cortar en un terreno que no conoce bien y se encuentra

junto a un camino transitado o puede haber personas

a menos de 100 pies (30 m) de la cortadora de césped,

debe inspeccionar y limpiar o marcar el terreno.

Cómo cortar en retroceso

No corte mientras se desplaza en retroceso. Es más

probable que se arrojen objetos y que éstos puedan llegar

más lejos.

Apague la TDF, espere que las hojas dejen de girar, eleve

la cortadora y, después, retroceda.

Corte desplazándose en sentido de avance.

Velocidad de desplazamiento durante el corte

La velocidad de desplazamiento correcta depende de las

condiciones del terreno y del tipo de hierba, la densidad y

la altura que debe cortarse:

— El rango normal de velocidad de desplazamiento es de

2 a 5 mph (3.2 a 8 km/h).

— Use una velocidad de desplazamiento menor para

cortar hierbas altas y densas.

— Use una velocidad de desplazamiento mayor para

cortar hierba delgada a altura media y con condiciones

de terreno sin di cultades.

— Use una velocidad de desplazamiento menor par acortar

en terreno irregular, con pendientes o no muy conocido.

Las cortadoras de disco están diseñadas para usar

velocidades de desplazamiento mayores cuando funcionan

en terrenos despejados de residuos y peligros super ciales.

Use la velocidad

de desplazamiento

correcta

Operación con seguridad

Corte de hierba extremadamente alta

Puede ser necesario cortar dos veces la hierba

extremadamente alta que no sea cultivo. (Consulte la página

13, Objetos arrojados por la cortadora de césped.)

Primera pasada de corte:

— Apague la cortadora y el tractor usando la práctica

correcta de apagado de equipos antes de descender del

tractor. (Consulte la página 18, Prácticas correctas de

apagado de los equipos.)

— Inspeccione la zona y retire o marque cualquier residuo u

obstáculo.

— Corte la hierba a mayor altura (10 a 15 pulg. [25 a 38 cm])

para evitar los objetos ocultos.

Segunda pasada de corte:

— Apague la cortadora y el tractor usando la práctica

correcta de apagado de equipos antes de descender

del tractor.

— Inspeccione la zona y retire o marque cualquier residuo

u obstáculo.

— Corte la hierba a la altura deseada y, de ser posible, a

90 grados con respecto a la primera pasada de corte.

Preste atención a los espacios libres de los

equipos

Las cortadoras con enganche de tres puntos y montaje

lateral tienen un arco de giro mayor que las tipo de tiro.

Deje el espacio libre su ciente para la oscilación de la

cortadora cuando gira.

No permita que haya personas ajenas cerca del tractor

y la cortadora de césped cuando mueve o transporta el

tractor y la cortadora.

Proporcione el

espacio libre

adecuado para la

oscilación de la

cortadora de césped

Detenga

la hoja antes de

desatascar

No corte

en retroceso

Operación con seguridad

Prácticas de seguridad para la cortadora de

césped de montaje inferior

Cuando se traslada con una cortadora de césped de

montaje inferior:

— Mantenga la rampa de descarga extraíble en su lugar y

por encima de la abertura de descarga.

— Nunca se pare sobre la carcasa de una cortadora

de césped cuando el motor del tractor está en

funcionamiento.

— Distribuya los recortes de hierba con la rampa de

descarga orientada hacia la zona donde se cortó.

— Antes de limpiar una cortadora o una rampa de

descarga atascada, apague la máquina usando la

práctica correcta para apagado del equipo. (Consulte

la página 18, Prácticas correctas de apagado de los

equipos.)

Detenga

la hoja antes de

desatascar

Nunca se pare

sobre la cortadora

de césped –

Manténgase alejado

Mantenga

la rampa en

su lugar

Operación con seguridad

Cortadora de césped con lateral o aguilón

Peligros y riesgos de obstrucciones elevadas

Veri que en busca de obstrucciones elevadas con las

cortadoras que tienen el lateral o el aguilón elevado, para

evitar lesiones graves o la muerte por contacto con:

— Líneas y aparatos eléctricos.

— Ramas bajas de los árboles.

— Otras obstrucciones elevadas.

— Mantenga las distancias especi cadas con respecto a

los cables y los aparatos eléctricos. Nunca se acerque

a cables o aparatos eléctricos energizados con ninguna

parte de la máquina, salvo que se hayan tomado todas

las precauciones de seguridad locales, estatales/

provinciales y federales (OSHA) necesarias. Use

extrema precaución.

¡PELIGRO! Evite la electrocución o lesiones graves por

contacto o un espacio libre inadecuado con respecto

a líneas o aparatos eléctricos energizados. No permita

que la máquina o el accesorio se acerque o entre en

contacto con una línea de electricidad. No se acerque

ni toque una máquina que esté en contacto con una

línea de electricidad.

No se acerque a

líneas de electricidad

energizadas

Manténgase alejado

de los equipos

energizados

Operación con seguridad

Prácticas de seguridad para cortadoras de

césped con laterales y montaje lateral

Las posiciones elevadas de los laterales reducen la

protección de los escudos y aumentan los riesgos de

objetos arrojados y contacto con las hojas.

Evite la posibilidad de lesiones graves o muerte por

objetos arrojados o contacto con las hojas causados

por la elevación y el descenso de los laterales durante

las operaciones de corte:

— No realice cortes con personas ajenas presentes a

menos de 300 pies (92 m) de la cortadora de césped.

— Asegúrese de que no haya personas cerca de la

cortadora mientras se elevan o descienden los

laterales.

— Apague la TDF y espere hasta que todos los elementos

giratorios se hayan detenido antes de elevar la

plataforma o la sección lateral de la cortadora.

— Únicamente eleve el lateral para quitar objetos de la

trayectoria de corte o para acompañar una pendiente

del terreno.

— Descienda hasta el suelo el lateral elevado una vez que

se eliminó el objeto o se superó la pendiente.

— Detenga el trabajo de corte si alguna persona se acerca

a menos de 300 pies (92 m) de la zona de corte.

Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en

orillas de zanjas

Use extremo cuidado al realizar cortes en orillas

de zanjas. Preste atención a escurrimientos, zonas

erosionadas y obstrucciones para el corte a lo largo de

las orillas de zanjas. Si se golpean obstrucciones con

cortadoras de montaje lateral o con aguilón, el extremo

delantero del tractor puede desviarse hacia la zanja.

Operación con seguridad

Los trabajos en orillas de zanjas con aguilón y lateral

elevado pueden reducir la e cacia de la protección del

operador de la cortadora que proporcionan los escudos

para objetos arrojados.

— Cuando realice estas operaciones, use cabinas cerradas

con ROPS, cerramientos protectores especiales y otros

escudos para el operador que ofrece el fabricante.

— Inspeccione la zona de corte y retire o marque todos

los objetos extraños y los residuos que deberá esquivar

la cortadora.

Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en

terrenos desparejos

Las pendientes y los terrenos desparejos reducen la

estabilidad del tractor y de la cortadora.

Como en todas las condiciones de corte, use tractores

equipados con ROPS y cinturón de seguridad. Asegúrese

de que el ROPS está elevado y trabado en su lugar y

use siempre el cinturón de seguridad.

Prevenga los vuelcos del tractor y de la cortadora de césped

y mantenga controlada la estabilidad de los equipos:

— Repase los manuales del operador del tractor y de la

cortadora para ver las prácticas de seguridad para

operaciones en pendientes y terrenos desparejos.

Explique las prácticas a los operadores que no puedan

leerlas.

— Evite trabajar en pendientes extremadamente

empinadas.

Evite golpear

obstrucciones

Lea y asegúrese

de comprender los

manuales antes

de comenzar la

operación

Utilice cabinas

cerradas con ROPS

o cerramientos de

protección

Mantenga a las

personas ajenas

alejadas de la zona

de corte

300 ft

(92 m)

Use el ROPS

y el cinturón

de seguridad

Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en

terrenos desparejos (continuación)

— Use extremo cuidado para mantener el control de los

equipos cuando trabaja en estas condiciones.

— Aumente la estabilidad del tractor agregando

pesos o lastre en las ruedas y aumentando al

máximo la separación entre las ruedas. Consulte las

recomendaciones en el manual del operador.

— Mantenga la velocidad de desplazamiento en el mínimo.

— Realice giros amplios y graduales.

— Evite los arranques, las paradas y los giros bruscos

cuando trabaje en subidas o bajadas de pendientes o

sobre ellas.

— No levante del suelo las cortadoras de montaje trasero

o de montaje lateral ni los laterales de la cortadora

durante estas operaciones.

— Manténganse alerta en busca de agujeros, baches,

pozos, tocones u otras obstrucciones que podrían

hacer volcar la máquina.

— Evite las condiciones de suelo resbaladizo que podrían

causar la pérdida de control y el vuelco del tractor y la

cortadora.

— Evite bajar completamente y golpear el suelo cuando

cruza en sentido diagonal depresiones marcadas y

hundimientos.

Use extremo cuidado al mantener la estabilidad de los

equipos durante todos los trabajos de corte en terrenos

desparejos y pendientes. Usted es quien juzga en última

instancia si en cualquier pendiente se puede trabajar con

seguridad.

Mantenga

el control,

desplácese

Agregue lastre,

ensanche la

separación entre

las ruedas

Evite los pozos,

baches y agujeros

Operación con seguridad

Prácticas de seguridad para el transporte en caminos

Antes de operar en la vía pública:

— Consulte los manuales del operador de los fabricantes

de la cortadora y del tractor para ver instrucciones.

— Explique las instrucciones a los usuarios u operadores

que no puedan leerlas.

— Veri que las ordenanzas locales sobre marcas, luces,

balizas, etc. requeridas en los equipos durante el

desplazamiento por la vía pública. Se requieren luces

en las cortadoras que obstaculizan la visibilidad de las

luces traseras y/o las luces de advertencia del tractor.

— Cuando transporte la cortadora de césped en un

remolque, siga las instrucciones detalladas del fabricante

para la carga, el amarre y la descarga de la cortadora.

Antes de transportar en la vía pública:

— Desconecte la alimentación de la TDF a la cortadora.

— Eleve la cortadora a la posición de transporte y aplique

la traba para transporte.

— Trabe los laterales de la cortadora de césped en la

posición de transporte con dispositivos de bloqueo

aprobados.

— Instale una cadena de seguridad para remolque entre la

cortadora tipo de tiro y el tractor.

— Asegúrese de que las luces, las luces de advertencia y

los re ectores están en su lugar y son visibles.

— Veri que que el emblema de vehículo de movimiento le

resulte visible a cualquier vehículo que se aproxime por

atrás.

Durante el transporte en la vía pública:

— Obedezca todas las ordenanzas de tránsito locales.

— Acérquese a las intersecciones con precaución.

— Observe los letreros de velocidad y control del tránsito.

— Evite las paradas de emergencia y los giros cerrados.

Sea un operador amable y apártese periódicamente para

dejar pasar el tránsito.

Lea y asegúrese

de comprender los

manuales antes

de comenzar la

operación

STOP

YIELD

Obedezca las

ordenanzas de

tránsito

Prácticas de seguridad para el estacionamiento

— Use las zonas designadas o alejadas del tránsito.

— Use lugares con suelo  rme y nivelado.

— Aplique el freno de estacionamiento.

— Descienda el equipo de la cortadora de césped hasta

el suelo.

Apague la cortadora y el tractor usando la práctica

correcta de apagado de equipos antes de descender del

tractor. (Consulte la página 18, Prácticas correctas de

apagado de los equipos.)

Lugares de estacionamiento con suelo en pendiente:

— Ubique los equipos transversalmente con respecto a la

pendiente.

— Aplique los frenos de estacionamiento.

— Descienda el equipo de la cortadora de césped hasta

el suelo.

— Bloquee las ruedas del tractor.

Antes de estacionar temporalmente y dejar equipos

deshabilitados cerca de zonas con tránsito:

— Retire los equipos de la vía pública.

— Instale banderas de advertencia.

— Use las balizas de advertencia del tractor.

Estacionamiento seguro

Aplique el freno de

estacionamiento

Descienda

los equipos elevados

hasta el suelo

Apagado con seguridad

Prácticas correctas de apagado de los equipos

Transforme el apagado correcto de los equipos en un hábito.

El apagado correcto de un tractor y una cortadora

de césped puede ayudar a evitar accidentes cuando

la cortadora está sin vigilancia. Apague la cortadora

siguiendo los procedimientos especí cos del manual

del operador del fabricante. Estos procedimientos

normalmente incluirán:

— Reduzca la velocidad del motor.

— Desenganche el embrague de la TDF y la transmisión.

— Haga funcionar el motor en ralentí para que se enfríe

gradualmente.

— Coloque todos los controles en la posición de

estacionamiento.

— Aplique el freno de estacionamiento.

— Descienda la cortadora de césped hasta el suelo.

— Descienda los laterales de las cortadoras con laterales

hasta el suelo.

— Apague el motor, trabe la ignición y retire la llave de la

máquina; llévela con usted.

— Espere hasta que todas las piezas móviles se hayan

detenido antes de descender.

— Libere la presión hidráulica moviendo los controles

hidráulicos varias veces en todas las direcciones.

— Trabe las cubiertas y los cerramientos antivandalismo, si

están instalados, cuando los equipos están sin vigilancia.

— Descienda con cuidado manteniendo contacto de tres

puntos.

Desenganche la TDF,

aplique el freno

Espere hasta que las

piezas giratorias se

detengan

Descienda los

equipos elevados

hasta el suelo

Retire la llave, trabe

la ignición, llévese

la llave

PTO

STOP

Apagado con seguridad

Descenso correcto

— Nunca descienda de equipos en movimiento.

— Nunca baje de una máquina saltando.

— Descienda con cuidado.

— Veri que que no haya peldaños resbaladizos.

— Mantenga los pies y las manos lejos de los controles.

— Use los asideros y los peldaños durante el descenso.

— Enfrente la máquina y use contacto de tres puntos (2

manos y 1 pie o 2 pies y 1 mano).

Espere hasta que las

piezas móviles se

detengan

Use contacto de tres

puntos; enfrente a

la máquina

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Mantenimiento de los equipos

Asegúrese de mantener los equipos de acuerdo con las

instrucciones del fabricante. Veri que con regularidad el

funcionamiento de los dispositivos de protección y de

seguridad.

No realice ningún trabajo en un tractor o en una cortadora

de césped si no está autorizado y cuali cado para

hacerlo.

Si ha sido autorizado para realizar mantenimiento, lea

los manuales del operador y de servicios. Estudie las

instrucciones; veri que las tablas de lubricación; examine

todos los mensajes de instrucciones que haya sobre la

máquina. El mantenimiento puede ser peligroso si no se

realiza correctamente. Asegúrese de tener las habilidades

necesarias, la información y las herramientas y equipos

correctos para realizar el trabajo.

¡ADVERTENCIA! No modiﬁ que equipos ni agregue

componentes no aprobados por el fabricante. Use

piezas, lubricantes y técnicas de servicio recomendadas

por el fabricante.

Piezas de la cortadora de césped y seguridad

personal

Los fabricantes de cortadoras de césped usan

sujetadores y especí cos y piezas especialmente

diseñadas para cumplir con los requisitos de las

operaciones de las cortadoras. Las piezas críticas (pernos

autobloqueantes de las hojas, hojas, pasadores, escudos

y otros componentes especiales) tienen requisitos

especí cos de resistencia, diseño y ajuste para la marca y

el modelo de cortadora que usted está usando.

Evite posibles lesiones graves o la muerte por el uso de

piezas o modi caciones no aprobadas:

— No sustituya con tornillería común los pernos de las

hojas u otros componentes de piezas especiales

originales del fabricante.

— No sustituya hojas, pasadores, escudos u otras piezas

críticas.

— No use pernos de mayor resistencia para reemplazar

los pernos de seguridad originales del fabricante.

Realice el

mantenimiento de

los equipos

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Preparación personal

Use la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de

protección personal (PPE) que se le proporcionen o que

requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe

usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales.

Puede necesitar también:

— Casco

— Calzado de seguridad

— Anteojos de seguridad, antiparras o protección facial

— Delantal y guantes

— Protección para oídos

— Casco o antiparras para soldar

— Respirador o máscara con  ltro

Use la ropa necesaria; no corra ningún riesgo.

Mantenga las manos (y la ropa)alejadas de todas las

piezas móviles. No use cordones sueltos, mangas  ojas,

anillos, relojes o cabello largo.

¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite lesiones graves o muerte por

enredos. No use ropa ﬂ oja ni accesorios. Manténgase

alejado de todos los componentes giratorios cuando

el motor está en funcionamiento. El contacto, el

enrollado o el enredo con piezas giratorias o móviles

podrían resultar en lesiones graves o la muerte.

Evite las piezas

giratorias

Evite puntos donde

pueda quedar

atrapado

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Use un delantal de caucho y guantes de caucho cuando

trabaja con sustancias corrosivas. Use guantes y calzado

de seguridad cuando manipula bloques de madera o

metales con bordes agudos.

Use siempre anteojos de seguridad, antiparras o

protección facial. Proporcionan protección ocular para

 uidos bajo presión, mientras se esmerila y se realizan

servicios a las baterías. También es necesaria protección

contra residuos, líquidos y material suelto producido por

el equipo, las herramientas y el aire/agua presurizada.

Use protección facial y siga las instrucciones del

fabricante cuando desarma componentes cargados a

resorte o cuando trabaja con ácidos de batería. Use un

casco o antiparras para soldar con  ltro esfumado cuando

suelda o corta con soplete.

No arene, esmerile, corte con soplete o suelde sin

un respirador aprobado por NIOSH o una ventilación

adecuada. Si se requiere soldar en esta máquina, consulte

los manuales del operador o de servicios del fabricante o

consulte al concesionario de los equipos para obtener los

procedimientos correctos.

Mantenga los bolsillos sin objetos que podrían salirse y

caer dentro de la maquinaria.

Maneje las herramientas y las piezas pesadas con

sensatez con respecto a usted mismo y a otras personas.

Deposite los elementos, no los deje caer.

Preparación de la zona de trabajo

— Ubique la cortadora de césped en una zona nivelada

fuera del paso de otros equipos en funcionamiento.

— Asegúrese de que haya luz, ventilación y espacio libre

adecuados.

— Quite el aceite, la grasa o el agua para eliminar toda

super cie resbaladiza.

— Limpie alrededor de la zona donde se realizarán

servicios para minimizar la contaminación.

Limpie las

superﬁ cies

resbaladizas

Ventile la zona

de trabajo

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Preparación de la máquina

Deben controlarse o reducirse las fuentes de energía

almacenada (eléctricas, mecánicas, hidráulicas,

neumáticas, químicas, térmicas, etc.) al mínimo

practicable antes de realizar cualquier procedimiento de

mantenimiento, reparación o servicio.

Prácticas de seguridad para prevenir posibles lesiones

por fuentes que liberan energía:

— Desenganche la TDF antes de apagar el motor.

— Coloque los controles en la posición de estacionamiento

o punto muerto antes de apagar el motor.

— Aplique el freno de estacionamiento o bloquee las

ruedas.

— Espere hasta que todas las piezas móviles se

detengan.

— Descienda la cortadora de césped hasta el suelo.

— Descienda los laterales de las cortadoras con laterales

hasta el suelo.

— Apague el motor del tractor.

— Libere la presión del sistema hidráulico moviendo los

controles varias veces en todas las direcciones.

— Trabe la ignición, retire la llave y llévesela.

— Escuche y observe en busca de evidencias que

indiquen piezas en movimiento antes de descender.

— Apoye o bloquee con seguridad la cortadora de

césped antes de trabajar debajo de ella o de otros

componentes elevados.

— Apoye, bloquee o trabe con seguridad los laterales de la

cortadora con dispositivos de traba aprobados antes de

trabajar cerca o debajo de una cortadora con laterales.

— Alivie la presión antes de desconectar o desarmar un

sistema presurizado.

— Bloquee o alivie la presión de los resortes antes de

desarmar un mecanismo cargado a resorte.

— Apoye o bloquee con seguridad cualquier componente

elevado de la máquina antes de trabajar en él.

— Evite las llamas, las chispas y no fume cerca de

combustibles,  uido hidráulico u otro material

in amable como los residuos de los cortes.

Prepare los

sistemas de la

máquina para

realizarles servicios

Fije una etiqueta con la advertencia “NO PONER EN

FUNCIONAMIENTO” en todas las palancas de control y

retire la llave de contacto si la cortadora de césped no

debe ser utilizada. Llévese la llave.

Instale dispositivos de apoyo aprobados cuando trabaja

debajo o cerca de equipos elevados.

¡ADVERTENCIA! Las cortadoras de césped u otros

equipos elevados no apoyados pueden caerse de manera

imprevista. Nunca se introduzca debajo de equipos

elevados si no están apoyados en dispositivos de

apoyo aprobados. La caída de equipos podría resultar en

una lesión grave o la muerte por aplastamiento.

Retire sólo las guardas o cubiertas que permiten acceder

a la zona donde se realizarán servicios. Vuelva a colocar

todas las guardas y cubiertas cuando el trabajo esté

terminado.

Vuelva a colocar

todas las guardas

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Utilice

dispositivos de apoyo

aprobados

Use una “etiqueta que

indique No poner en

funcionamiento”

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Use ventilación adecuada

Si es necesario hacer funcionar un motor en una zona

cerrada, elimine del área las emanaciones de escape

con una extensión del caño de escape. Si no tiene esa

extensión, asegúrese de abrir las puertas y dejar entrar

aire del exterior.

¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones. Nunca trabaje

en la maquinaria con el motor en funcionamiento salvo

que así lo indiquen los manuales del fabricante para

un servicio en particular.

¡ADVERTENCIA! Nunca haga funcionar ningún tipo de

motor sin la ventilación adecuada: LAS EMANACIONES

DEL ESCAPE PUEDEN SER MORTALES.

Use gatos y malacates con cuidado

Los soportes o bloques de seguridad deben ubicarse

en una parte rígida de la cortadora. No ubique soportes

debajo de ejes o apoyos de ruedas que puedan girar.

Si debe trabajar debajo de equipos elevados, siempre

use bloques de madera (no de concreto), soportes de

gato u otros soportes rígidos y estables. Cuando use

gatos o malacates, siempre asegúrese de que están

correctamente apoyados.

¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones por

aplastamiento. Nunca use bloques de concreto para

apoyo. Pueden colapsar bajo cargas incluso livianas.

Asegúrese de que los malacates o gatos que usa estén en

buenas condiciones. Nunca use gatos con piezas rajadas,

dobladas o retorcidas. Nunca use cables pelados,

retorcidos o pellizcados. Nunca use ganchos doblados o

deformados.

Ventile la zona

de trabajo

Use un apoyo

adecuado para los

equipos elevados

Retire la llave y

lea el manual de

mantenimiento

Prácticas de seguridad para tareas de

mantenimiento comunes

Riesgos del combustible

¡ADVERTENCIA! Siempre use recipientes y/o equipos

de distribución de combustible aprobados.

Los combustibles son in amables; por eso, debe cumplir

estas prácticas con el  n de reducir la posibilidad de un

accidente grave.

— Apague el motor y la ignición mientras carga combustible.

— Siempre conecte a tierra la boquilla de combustible

contra el cuello de llenado del depósito para evitar

chispas.

— Mantenga las chispas y llamas abiertas alejadas del

combustible.

— No fume mientras carga combustible o manipula

recipientes con combustible.

— No corte ni suelde en líneas, tanques o recipientes de

combustible ni cerca de ellos.

— No llene el depósito en exceso o derrame combustible.

Limpie el combustible derramado de inmediato.

Riesgos del refrigerante de motor

Los sistemas de refrigeración con líquidos acumulan

presión a medida que el motor se calienta; tenga suma

precaución antes de retirar la tapa del radiador.

Asegúrese de:

— Detener el motor y esperar que el sistema se enfríe.

— Usar ropa de protección y anteojos de seguridad.

— Girar la tapa del radiador lentamente hasta el primer

tope para permitir que la presión escape antes de

retirar la tapa por completo.

Retire la tapa

del radiador

lentamente

No fumar;

evitar las llamas

abiertas

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Riesgos del sistema hidráulico

El sistema hidráulico se encuentra bajo presión siempre

que el motor está funcionando; puede conservar presión

incluso después de apagar el motor. Haga funcionar

todos los controles hidráulicos incluyendo el control

hidráulico auxiliar después de que el motor esté apagado.

Alivie la presión atrapada en las líneas después de que los

accesorios están apagados y apoyados en el suelo.

Durante la inspección del sistema hidráulico:

— Espere que el  uido se enfríe antes de desconectar

las líneas. El  uido hidráulico caliente puede causar

QUEMADURAS GRAVES.

— No use las manos para veri car la presencia de fugas.

En cambio, use un cartón o papel para buscar fugas.

— Use protección ocular adecuada. El  uido hidráulico

puede causar lesiones oculares permanentes.

¡ADVERTENCIA! El  uido hidráulico bajo presión pueden

penetrar la piel o los ojos y causar lesiones graves,

ceguera o la muerte. Las fugas de  uido bajo presión

pueden no ser visibles. Utilice un cartón o una madera

para buscar fugas, no la mano. Use una protección

facial o antiparras de seguridad para proteger los

ojos. Si el  uido se inyecta en la piel, debe ser extraído

dentro de las próximas pocas horas por personal médico

familiarizado con este tipo de lesión.

Cuando ventila o llena el sistema hidráulico, a oje la tapa

de llenado con lentitud y retírela gradualmente.

Nunca restablezca una válvula de alivio del sistema

hidráulico a una presión mayor que la recomendada por el

fabricante.

Use protección

ocular

El ﬂ uido a

alta presión puede

inyectarse en el

cuerpo

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Riesgos del sistema eléctrico

Antes de trabajar en el sistema eléctrico, desconecte los

cables de la batería.

— Retire primero los cables negativos (-) de la batería.

— Al reconectar la batería, conecte los cables negativos

(-) de la batería al  nal.

El líquido del interior de las baterías contiene ácido,

que es un VENENO y puede causar QUEMADURAS

QUÍMICAS GRAVES.

Evite lesiones

— Use una protección facial para evitar el contacto con

los ojos.

— Use guantes y ropa resistentes a los productos

químicos para mantener al electrolito alejado de la piel

y la ropa común.

¡ADVERTENCIA! El contacto con el electrolito daña

los ojos y la piel. Siempre use una protección facial

para evitar que el electrolito penetre en los ojos. Si el

electrolito entra en contacto con los ojos, enjuague de

inmediato con agua limpia y busque atención médica.

Use guantes de caucho y ropa de protección para

mantener el electrolito lejos de la piel. Si el electrolito

entra en contacto con la piel o la ropa, lave de inmediato

con agua limpia.

Si se ingiere, busque atención médica de inmediato.

NUNCA proporcione líquidos que induzcan el vómito.

Use indumentaria

de protección

Use protección

facial

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Evite explosiones

¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones graves por

explosiones. Las baterías de plomo-ácido producen

gases sumamente explosivos, especialmente durante la

carga. Mantenga alejados los arcos, las chispas, las

llamas y el tabaco encendido.

— No fume cerca de las baterías.

— Mantenga los arcos, las chispas y llamas abiertas

alejadas de las baterías.

— Proporcione ventilación adecuada.

Nunca revise la batería colocando un objeto metálico

entre los bornes: la chispa resultante podría causar una

explosión.

¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones graves por

explosiones de baterías. No cargue baterías ni arranque

con refuerzo el motor si la batería está congelada.

Caliente a 60 °F (15,5 °C) o la batería puede explotar y

causar lesiones graves.

Reglas de seguridad durante el arranque con refuerzo de

batería:

— Siga las instrucciones para el “arranque con refuerzo

de batería” correcto como se especi ca en el manual

del fabricante.

— Asegúrese de que las máquinas no se estén tocando.

— Observe la polaridad de las baterías y conexiones.

— Realice la conexión  nal de cable al motor o al punto

de tierra más alejado de la batería. Nunca realice la

conexión  nal en el arrancador o la batería muerta: las

chispas pueden encender gases explosivos presentes

en la batería.

— Cuando desconecta cables después de un arranque

con puente, retire los cables en el orden inverso al de la

conexión (es decir, la conexión  nal primero).

Evite las chispas

y las llamas abiertas

cerca de las

baterías

Para el arranque

con refuerzo, observe

la polaridad y realice

la conexión ﬁ nal en

el punto de descarga

a tierra

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Mantenimiento de neumáticos y ruedas

Revise los neumáticos y las ruedas a diario porque la

estabilidad del tractor y la cortadora de césped puede

verse signi cativamente afectada por la presión de los

neumáticos o daños en los neumáticos o en las ruedas.

Revise los neumáticos para veri car:

— La presión correcta.

— Cortes y protuberancias.

— Clavos u otras pinchaduras.

— Desgaste desparejo o excesivo.

— Estado de los vástagos y tapas de las válvulas.

Revise las ruedas para veri car:

— Daños en las llantas.

— Tuercas o pernos faltantes o  ojos.

— Desalineación.

Todos los servicios de neumáticos deben ser realizados

por un centro de servicios para neumáticos cuali cado

o por una persona de servicio autorizada debidamente

capacitada en los procedimientos y el uso del equipo de

seguridad destinado a los servicios de neumáticos.

Revise los

neumáticos y las

ruedas en busca

de daños

Mantenga la

presión correcta en

los neumáticos

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Mantenimiento de neumáticos y ruedas

(continuación)

¡ADVERTENCIA! Los tipos de ruedas y neumáticos

que generalmente se encuentran en estos equipos

requieren cuidados especiales al realizar servicios

para evitar lesiones graves o la muerte.

No in e los neumáticos por encima de la presión

recomendada. Asegúrese de volver a colocar el lastre

de los neumáticos si está instalado. Consulte las

especi caciones del fabricante para ver los requisitos

de lastre.

Mantenga las tuercas de las ruedas apretadas según las

recomendaciones del fabricante.

Es normal que la presión de los neumáticos aumente

durante el funcionamiento; NO se debe reducir.

Nunca vuelva a in ar un neumático que se ha desin ado

mucho o por completo sin retirar el neumático de la

rueda. Haga inspeccionar atentamente el neumático y la

rueda para detectar daños antes de volverlos a armar.

Al agregar aire a un neumático, hágalo desde cierta

distancia. Use una manguera larga con mandril de

auto jación. Siempre párese detrás de la trocha cuando

ajusta la presión de un neumático.

No in e neumáticos con gases in amables o con sistemas

que usan un inyector de alcohol.

Nunca corte o suelde una rueda con un neumático in ado

instalado en ella. Esto podría causar descompresión

explosiva.

Veri que que el tamaño del neumático y la rueda

coincidan correctamente.

Cuando reemplaza neumáticos, asegúrese de que sean de

la clasi cación adecuada especi cada por el fabricante.

Los neumáticos no deben funcionar a velocidades más

altas que las nominales. La mayoría de los neumáticos

para agricultura están clasi cados para una velocidad

máxima de 20 mph (32 km/h).

Evite la explosión

de los neumáticos

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Servicio y reparaciones completas antes de

liberar la máquina

Apriete todos los pernos, accesorios y conexiones con las

torsiones especi cadas por el fabricante.

Instale todas las guardas, cubiertas y escudos después

de realizar los servicios. Reemplace o repare los que

estén dañados. Llene y recargue los sistemas a presión

sólo con los  uidos aprobados o recomendados por el

fabricante.

Arranque el motor y revise para detectar fugas. (Consulte

la página 23, Riesgos del sistema hidráulico.) Haga

funcionar todos los controles para asegurarse de que el

tractor y la cortadora de césped funcionan correctamente.

Pruebe la máquina si es necesario. Después de las

pruebas, apague y veri que el trabajo realizado. ¿Falta

algún pasador, arandela, tuerca de seguridad, etc.?

Vuelva a revisar todos los niveles de  uidos antes de

liberar la máquina para el funcionamiento.

Todas las piezas deben ser inspeccionadas durante la

reparación y deben reemplazarse si están gastadas,

rajadas o dañadas. Las piezas excesivamente gastadas o

dañadas pueden fallar y causar lesiones o la muerte.

Reemplace cualquier letrero dañado o ilegible.

Mantenimiento de las hojas de la cortadora

No corra riesgos usando hojas dañadas o dobladas. Los

fabricantes de cortadoras de césped de la Asociación

de Fabricantes de Equipos (Association of Equipment

Manufacturers, AEM) y la Asociación de Fabricantes de

Equipos para Agricultura (Farm Equipment Manufacturers

Association, FEMA) piden que las hojas de cortadoras

NO se reutilicen, enderecen, refuercen en su super cie o

suelden. Si una hoja rota es arrojada por una cortadora,

podrían producirse lesiones graves o la muerte.

Veriﬁ que el trabajo

de servicio cuando

está completo

Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad

Mantenimiento de las hojas de la cortadora

(continuación)

— ¿Cómo están hechas las hojas de la cortadora

de césped? Están hechas acero para resortes de

aleación de alta resistencia. Se forjan en caliente y se

les da forma para cumplir con las especi caciones

individuales del fabricante; luego, se tratan y templan

a un estado dúctil, de alta resistencia para reducir la

posibilidad de rupturas durante el corte. Las hojas se

prueban para garantizar que cumplan con las normas

de resistencia, dureza y ductilidad. Si una hoja no

cumple con alguna de estas especi caciones, no se

utilizará en la cortadora de césped.

— ¿Qué sucede cuando se dobla una hoja de la

cortadora? Se necesita una gran fuerza de impacto

para doblar la hoja. Esta fuerza de impacto a menudo

resulta en que las hojas se agujerean o marcan. Una

vez que una hoja está dañada por un agujero o una

marca, es mucho más probable que ocurra una falla

de la hoja. Cuando una hoja está gravemente doblada,

puede crearse una rajadura microscópica en ella.

Enderezar la hoja no quita o repara esta rajadura, sino

que puede causar rajaduras adicionales.Tensiones

adicionales durante los trabajos de corte pueden

resultar en una falla imprevista de la hoja.

— Evite doblar las hojas. Contribuya a prevenir que las

hojas de la cortadora se doblen o rajen evitando el

contacto con objetos sólidos. Las hojas de la cortadora

de césped están destinadas a cortar hierba, arbustos,

vegetación leñosa y árboles y ramas pequeños. No

están diseñadas para entrar en contacto con objetos

sólidos como roca, cemento o postes de acero.

Inspeccione la zona antes de usar la cortadora. Retire

o marque claramente los objetos sólidos y corte

alrededor de ellos.

— Sustituya las hojas dañadas! Inspeccione las hojas

de la cortadora diariamente o después de golpear

algún objeto sólido. Si una hoja de la cortadora de

césped se daña (está doblada, agujereada, rajada) o

desgasta más del 25 por ciento del tamaño original,

debe retirarse y sustituirse con una nueva. Siempre use

las hojas originales del fabricante. Las hojas de marcas

no originales pueden no cumplir con los requisitos de

resistencia, dureza y ductilidad del fabricante de la

cortadora.

— No corra riesgos usando hojas dañadas o dobladas.

El uso de una hoja de cortadora dañada o enderezada

puede resultar en la ruptura de la hoja y que la hoja

sea arrojada hacia el operador o una persona ajena

causando una lesión grave o la muerte. El precio

de una nueva hoja es bajo en comparación con la

posibilidad de una lesión grave que podría resultar de

una hoja doblada o rota arrojada por la cortadora

Palabras ﬁ nales para el usuario

Acaba de terminar de leer el Manual de la cortadora de

césped industrial y para agricultura AEM. Es imposible

que este manual abarque todas las situaciones

de seguridad que se podría encontrar a diario. Su

conocimiento de estas precauciones de seguridad y

de su cumplimiento de las reglas básicas de seguridad

contribuirán a formar un buen juicio en todas las

situaciones. Nuestro objetivo es ayudarlo a desarrollar,

establecer y mantener buenos hábitos de seguridad para

que la operación de una cortadora de césped industrial y

para agricultura le resulte más fácil y más segura.

Éste es otro manual de una serie publicada por AEM sobre la operación de maquinaria en condiciones de seguridad.

Muchas de las ilustraciones de este manual de seguridad se pueden encontrar y descargar en http://pictorials.aem.org.

Para obtener publicaciones adicionales, visite nuestro sitio web en www.safetymaterials.org.

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DE EQUIPOS

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Introduction Section 2-1

INTRODUCTION SECTION

INTRODUCTION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Introduction Section 2-2

INTRODUCTION

This Flail Mower is designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers. Proper assembly,

maintenance, and operating practices, as described in this manual, will help the owner/operator get years of

satisfactory service from the machine.

The purpose of this manual is to familiarize, instruct, and train. The Assembly Section instructs the owner/

operator in the correct assembly of the Mower using standard and optional equipment. The Parts Manual is

designed to familiarize the owner/operator with replaceable parts on the Mower and is provided also. This

section provides exploded assembly drawings of each mower component illustrating each piece and the

corresponding part number.

Careful use and timely service saves extensive repairs and costly downtime losses. The Operation and

Maintenance Sections of the manual train the owner/operator how to work the Mower correctly and attend to

appropriate maintenance. The Trouble Shooting Guide helps diagnose difficulties with mower and offers

solution to the problems.

Safety is of primary importance to the owner/operator and to the manufacturer. 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. Many of the Safety Messages will be repeated throughout the manual. The owner/operator/dealer

should know these Safety Messages before assembly and be aware of the hazards of operating this mower

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.

INTRODUCTION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Introduction Section 2-3

INTRODUCTION

The Interstater is a revolutionary mowing system. Utilizing 2 side wings and 1 rear, you

have ability to mow up to 20’ across in on swath. Perfect for large areas of mowing

including interstate highways and airport fields. A productive way to get a manicured cut in

spaces there is high public visibility.

Unique in-frame cooling system maintains the proper oil temperature while providing

constant power flow.

Strong top decks make with 10-gauge steel and end plates that are 1/2” thick for the

inboard and 5/16” thick steel for the outboard.

Smart front mount hydraulic pump that drives power from the crankshaft of tractor, while twin piston pumps

provide the power for the wing mowing units.

Knife Variety - An array of cutting knife options allows you to tailor the finished appearance to meet your needs.

Cutting Capacity: 1” diameter grass and weeds.

Wing Cutting Widths:

20’ 9” Interstater, 88” Rear Flail, 88” Left and Right Wings

18’ 5” Interstater, 88” Rear Flail, 74” Left and Right Wings

16’ 5” Interstater, 88” Rear Flail, 60” Left and Right Wings

13’ 2” Single-Side Interstater, 88” Rear Flail and 88” Right Wing

12’ 2” Single-Side Interstater, 88” Rear Flail and 74” Right Wing

INTRODUCTION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Introduction Section 2-4

INTRODUCTION

Attention Owner/Operator

BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE:

1. Carefully read the Operator’s Manual, completely understand the Safety Messages and instructions, and

know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implement.

2. Fill out the Warranty Card in full. Be sure to answer all questions, including the Serial Number of the

implement. Mail within 30 days of delivery date of this implement.

NOTE: Warranties are honored only if completed “Owner Registration and Warranty” forms are received by

Alamo Group within thirty days of delivery of the implement.

3. Record the Model and Serial Numbers on the Warranty page at the front of the Operator’s Manual. Keep

this as part of the permanent maintenance file for the implement.

INTRODUCTION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Introduction Section 2-5

INTRODUCTION

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.

KEEP FOR YOUR RECORDS

ATTENTION: Purchaser should fill in the blanks below for his reference when buying repair parts and/or for proper machine identification

when applying for warranty.

Alamo Industrial Implement Model________________________________SerialNumber__________________

Date Purchased______________________________________ Dealer_______________________________

ATTENTION:

READ YOUR OPERATOR'S MANUAL

ALAMO INDUSTRIAL

An Alamo Group Company

Post Office Drawer 549

Seguin, Texas 78156

830-379-1480

Assembly Section 3-1

ASSEMBLY SECTION

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-2

ASSEMBLY

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

To assemble your new INTERSTATER and mount it to your tractor we assist you with drawings, instructions

and information, also about experiences of others and when needed just get some information or clarification

from our engineering department over the phone.

These instructions are general information and not specifically for your tractor, but in connection with our

drawings, they might offer your some valuable assistance.

This section covers the installation procedure of an Alamo Group Interstater mower kit, and includes parts lists

for framework, hoses, and miscellaneous parts to be attached to your tractor.

These instructions are for mounting the center mower, right side mower, and left side mower units. For

mounting one mower side only, disregard information concerning the opposite side. Hardware quantities

shown are for both sides.

1. The hydraulic system must be kept “SURGICALLY CLEAN” to ensure proper operation and long life of the

pumps, motors, and valves. All components have protective caps over openings connected to internal

spaces to prevent contamination. It is important that care be taken during unpacking, assembly, and other

contaminants which will damage parts.

2. After the drive belts are installed, DO NOT start the tractor unless the hydraulic system is filled with

hydraulic oil. Running without oil will damage the pumps.

3. Check the oil level in the reservoir before start-up.

4. Care should be taken when filling the reservoir to prevent contamination of the hydraulic system. Always

use new hydraulic fluid when filling the system. USE ONLY TRACTOR HYDRAULIC OIL IN THE

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.Reference to the left or right side of the Interstater is determined while facing the

front of the tractor from the drivers seat.

Reference to the left or right side of the Interstater is determined while facing the front of the tractor from the

drivers seat.

Assemble the Interstater, step by step, as illustrated on the pages of this section. Small parts (bolts, nuts, etc.)

required are packed in numbered plastic bags which correspond to assembly procedures and illustrations in

the manual.

The part quantities listed for an illustration pertain only to that phase of assembly. The quantity given

corresponds to the number of parts needed. When assembling a single-sided model based on a dual-sided

model, the quantity furnished will usually be half the quantity listed.

Large parts are not always listed next to an illustration because they are usually easy to identify.

Whenever reference is made to parts, listed for an illustration or elsewhere in this manual, the following

abbreviations are used:

HHCS - hex head capscrew RH - right hand NF - national fine

LW - lock washer LH - left MA - mechanical assembly

PW- plain washer NC - national coarse WA - welded assembly

When installing fasteners, PW and LW (generally installed in that order) are usually on the side of the fixture or

part being fastened that the hex/lock nut is on. When only HHCS, LW and/or PW are required, they are

generally installed in that order. Some parts do not require a PW or LW. Refer to illustrations for exceptions.

Fasteners should be installed so they cause the least interference with other parts. When securing driveshaft

pulley to hub, tighten fasteners to 9 lb-ft torque.

This manual makes reference to individual component parts, some of which may have been pre assembled at

the factory.

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INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-3

ASSEMBLY

PRELIMINARY TRACTOR PREPARATION

Depending on the make and model of tractor the INTERSTATER is to be mounted on, certain modifications will

be illustrated. In some cases special accessory components for the tractor will be required before assembling

the INTERSTATER. In these cases, specific mention will be made to the manufacturer, part number and

description of required accessory component.

If so equipped, remove drawbar from rear of tractor. In most cases, the main frame rear pad is attached under

the rear axle.

If so equipped, remove all objects from exterior of cab (lights, hand rails, etc.) which may interfere with mowers

when placed in the transport position. Remove all objects from right front interior of cab structure which may

interfere with mounting and operation of sectional control valve.

If so equipped, remove foot step from each side of tractor to which a mower will be mounted.

Front tractor wheels may require a wider adjustment to clear hydraulic tank and tank mounting frame.

SPECIAL TOOLS

Special tools, for installing and servicing INTERSTATER kits, are illustrated on the below. Drawings for these

tools are available on request. If desired, tools may be obtained from Alamo on a made to order basis. Prices

will be furnished on request. ASM-FL-0001

ITEM PART NO. CODE DESCRIPTION

1 701628 S Lift Frame Assembly Suspension Chain

2 701627 A Cuttershaft Bearing Puller

3 104764 A Lift Frame Alignment Pin (2)

4 104768 A Rubber bushing Support Base

5 104767 A Rubber Bushing Compression Ring

6 104765 A Rubber Bushing Expander (Ford and Kubota Tractors)

7 104766 A Rubber Bushing Expander (I.H.,Massey-Ferguson and Case Tractors)

8 104769 A Driveshaft Installation Collar

9 1047770 A Rubber Bushing Installation Plug

10 103741 A Seal Installation and Setting Tool

- 000802 S Hydraulic Pressure Gauge, 3000 PSI

A - Denotes Special Tools designed by Alamo

S - Denotes Standard Tools or Equipment available on the market

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-4

ASSEMBLY

DRIVE COUPLING ATTACHMENT

Assemble the front coupling to the engine

crankshaft pulley using the hardware supplied with

the coupling. Due to the variations in the tractor

models, it may be necessary to remove some of the

sheet metal to facilitate mounting of the coupling.

ASM-FL-0002.

HYDRAULIC TANK, SUPPORTS AND MAINFRAME ATTACHMENT

1. Attach the left hydraulic tank support and step weldment to the tractor with (4) bolts provided in your Mount

Kit. Refer to your particular Tractor Installation Drawing for part numbers and quantities. ASM-FL-0003

2. Attach the right hydraulic tank support to the tractor with (4) bolts provided in your Mount Kit. Refer to your

particular Tractor Installation Drawing for part numbers and quantities. ASM-FL-0004

3. To make assembly easier, the hard plumbing assembly should be installed on the Mainframe before the

Mainframe is installed. Use (2) 1/2” x 1-1/2” bolts, (2) 1/2" Flatwashers, and (2) 1/2" Locknuts. Metal tubing

on assembly will need to be loosened to install bolts.

4. Position the mainframe under the tractor. Lift the front of the frame and install the top two 5/8” x 2" bolts.

Install a 5/8" flatwasher and a 5/8" locknut on the bolts and tighten enough to hold the frame in place.

ASM-FL-0005

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INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-5

ASSEMBLY

5. Lift the rear of the frame and secure with (4) 1/2" x 1 1/2" & (2) 5/8" x 1/3/4" bolts. Install the remaining front

hardware. ASM-FL-0006

MOUNTING AND PUMP ASSEMBLY

1. Before mounting tank, attach pipe manifold for

return lines to the return filter assembly.

2. Raise bumper with a forklift or hoist and lower

onto hydraulic tank supports. Attach the bumper

to the tank supports with (4) 1/2” x 2" bolts and

(4) 1/2" locknuts. ASM-FL-0007

3. Now tighten all hardware for mainframe, tank

support, tank, and bumper.

LIFT CYLINDER FRAME ATTACHMENT

Position the right and left lift cylinder supports and

loosely install the (6) 3/4" x 2-1/4" bolts and (6) 3/4"

locknuts to each side. Pull the supports outward and

downward to remove the slack, then tighten the

hardware. ASM-FL-0008

NOTE: On some applications Cylinder Support will

have an extra set of holes. Refer to Installation

Drawing for correct mounting.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-6

ASSEMBLY

Raise the left lift frame with the hydraulic jack and align frame with ears on main frame. ASM-FL-0009. Insert

the upper pivot pins with the lift frame ears on the outside of the mainframe ears. Secure the pins with the (2) 3/

8"x3/4" NF bolts and (2) 3/8" lockwashers. NOTE: Use Locktight

on bolts. ASM-FL-0010. Repeat procedure

for right side.

Mount the tilt and lift cylinders. The lift cylinder has

a 3" bore diameter and the tilt cylinder has a 3-1/2"

bore diameter. Be sure to remove the port caps

before extending the cylinders. Attach with (2)

cylinder pins and (2) 3/16" x 1-1/2" cotter pins to

each side. ASM-FL-0011.

NOTE: Mount cylinder so that hose connections do

not interfere when wings are raised and lowered.

For tractors equipped with a cab, a collar may need

to be installed on the lift cylinder rod for proper

alignment of the transport lock. Remove the

cylinder end and the locking collar. Install the extra

collar onto the rod and reassemble. ASM-FL-0011.

MOUNTING WING MOWERS

Assemble Skid Shoes on Cutter before mounting

the head. With the cutter housing tipped up, attach

housing shoes/wear plate. Carriage bolt attaches to

front mounting hole; plow bolts attach to middle and

rear holes. ASM-FL-0012

Position the cutter unit so that the outer pivots can

be assembled over the pivot pins. Attach the front

outer pivot to the lift frame using (4) 5/8 x 2-1/2 bolts

and (4) 5/8 locknuts.

Attach switch assembly and rear outer pivot to the

lift frame using (2) 5/8 x 3-1/2 bolts and (2) 5/8

locknuts. Install spacer (P/N 107242) between

switch assembly and lift arm. ASM-FL-0013

Attach magnet assembly to picot pin using bolts

and lockwashers provided. ASM-FL-0014.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-7

ASSEMBLY

If it is necessary to loosen the nut on the pivot pin. Re-torque the nut to 400 ft labs. Failure

to do so will cause the nut to loosen during use, allowing the pin to come out, thereby

causing certain machine damage.

Remove belt guard. Assemble the rod end of the tilt cylinder. Use the pin located in the ears on the end of the

housing and secure with the cotter pins. Reinstall belt guard.

Attach the air breather (Item 1) to the hydraulic

tank. ASM-FL-0015

Insert driveshaft through the pump mount weldment

until it slides into the crank shaft pulley coupling.

When using auxiliary hydraulic pump, place the

pump drive belt around driveshaft. Place splined

pulley weldment on the driveshaft. ASM-FL-0016

NOTE: All splines on driveshaft and pump should

have anti-seize applied.

Right Wing

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-8

ASSEMBLY

Attach the hydraulic pump assemblies to the pump mount plate with (2) 1/2”x1-1/2” Grade 8 bolts and (2) 1/2”

lockwashers. ASM-FL-0017

Attach pivot plate to pump mount weldment with (2) 1/2”x1-1/2” bolts, (2) 1/2” flatwashers and (2) 1/2” locknuts.

Wrap belt around pulleys, adjust tension and tighten all bolts securely. ASM-FL-0018.

ELECTRICAL WIRING INSTALLATION

To prevent any damage to electrical system during wiring procedures, temporarily remove

the negative lead (ground) from battery terminal. Asm-R-0018

Remove ignition switch access panel or ignition switch if panels are not provided in dash. Identify the “Ignition-

Start” wire and the “Ignition-Accessory” wire. ASM-FL-0019

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-9

ASSEMBLY

Using the wire identified as “Ignition-Start” leading from ignition switch to starter solenoid, cut wire

approximately 3” from ignition switch. Using the internal and external bullet connectors provided, install the

“Line-connector” (internal) onto wire at ignition switch which is 3” long. Install the “Bullet-Terminal” (external)

onto the wire leading to starter solenoid.

ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT

Using ASM-FL-20-22 as a guide, install electrical

components and wiring.

Wires from the safety switch must be routed close

to cutter housing sidesheet and lift frame pivot

points. This will prevent wires from being stretched

and broken when cutter housing is raised or

lowered to maximum positions.

NOTE: Route wires in such a manner to prevent

interference with the operation of tractor or

INTERSTATER. Ensure that wires DO NOT lay

against anything which could wear through

insulation and cause a short circuit.

After connecting all wires, wrap wires with

flexguard tubing. Neatly gather hydraulic hoses

and flexguard tubing and strap together using

plastic ties.

NOTE: Be sure to install connector so that larger brown wires are located on bottom poles of switch. This

applies to Dual Wing and Single Wing applications.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-10

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-11

ASSEMBLY

CONTROL VALVE

Attach valve stand to the top of the right lift cylinder support with (3) 1/2” x 1-1/2” bolts, and (3) 1/2” locknuts.

ASM-FL-0024

Attach valve stand to the valve mount bracket with (2) 3/8”x1-1/4” bolts and (2) 3/8” locknuts. ASM-FL-0025

Attach control valve to the valve stand with (2) 3/8”x1” bolts, (2) 3/8” locknuts. Attach the top cover and the

bottom cover to the valve mount bracket with (8) 3/8”x1” bolts, (8) 3/8” washers and (8) locknuts. ASM-FL-

0026

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-12

ASSEMBLY

HYDRAULICS

Refer the Tractor Manual when connecting hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic system.

Not only does the installation procedure vary from tractor to tractor, but numerous

precautions should be taken due to the possibility of a pressure buildup within the hydraulic

circuit. Relieve the pressure before opening or entering the circuit. FLUID ESCAPING

UNDER PRESSURE CAN PENETRATE THE SKIN CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY. Ensure

that hose fittings are secure before pressurizing the hydraulic systems.

Once pumps and belts are installed, DO NOT start the tractor (which will turn pumps) unless

both power circuits are filled with the specified hydraulic fluid. Running pumps without oil will

cause non-warrantable damage.

It is important that pipe thread sealant be used only on solid connections of pipe thread;

never on connections between swivel fittings and solid male pipe threads or on straight thread "O" ring fittings.

Use the pipe thread sealant supplied. Do not substitute with some other type of sealant, i.e., teflon tape, paint,

shellac, etc.

Hoses supplied have two types of fittings; solid or swivel. Some hoses have solid fittings on both ends; others

have a solid fitting and a swivel fitting. Hoses with two solid fittings will fit into either a female solid thread, or a

swivel adapter union. When installing either type hose, solid fittings must be installed first, then install the

swivel end of the hose.

The INTERSTATER hydraulic system incorporates three basic types of hydraulic fittings:

a. Standard pipe (NPT or NPTF) thread fittings. This type requires a small amount of evenly-applied sealant.

b. Swivel fittings. This type does not require any sealant on the swivel end because it seals against an internal

flare.

c. “O” Ring fittings. This type does not require any sealant on the “O” Ring end of the fitting.

It is extremely important to avoid getting pipe thread sealant inside the fittings or hoses. KEEP THE INTERIOR

OF ALL HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS SURGICALLY CLEAN. Inspect the inside diameter of each hose before

assembly. Ensure that no obstruction is present. Dirt, sand, dust, etc., are abrasive and once in the system can

cause immediate or early failure.

POWER CIRCUIT

Using the following drawing and your installation drawing as a guide to install the hydraulic hoses and fittings

for the power circuit. The power circuit drives the Interstater wing cutter units. The control circuit (for lift and tilt)

will be assembled later.

NOTE: Do not strap hoses together until all hoses and wiring are connected. Hoses and wiring should be

routed so they do not lay on moving parts, too close to sharp edges, or near excessive heat.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-13

ASSEMBLY

1. Attach the two Pump Case Drain hoses p/n

001788 (Item 1 and 2) from the Hydraulic Pump

to the Hydraulic Tank. ASM-FL-0029

2. Attach the two Suction hoses p/n 001783

(Items 3 and 4) from the Hydraulic Pump to the

vertical suction tubes on the hydraulic tank.

ASM-FL-0029 Fit hoses and cut to length so

that there is no kink after they are installed.

3. Attach the left wing pressure hose (Item 1) to

the first Hydraulic Pump. ASM-FL-0030

4. Attach the right wing pressure hose (Item 2) to

the second Hydraulic Pump. ASM-0030

5. Slide the Protective Sleeving (Item 3) over

these hoses. ASM-FL-0030 & 0031

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-14

ASSEMBLY

6. Attach the Return Hose (Item 1) to Left Wing ASM-FL-0032 & 0033 Slide Protective Sleeving (Item 2) over

the Return Hose.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-15

ASSEMBLY

Slide the left wing pressure hose (Item 1) through the protective sleeving (Item 2) and attach to the left wing

hydraulic motor. ASM-FL-0034 & 0035

Slide right wing pressure hose (Item 1 ASM-FL-0036 and 0037) through protective sleeving (Item 4 ASM-FL-

0037) and attach to right wing hydraulic motor.

Attach right wing return hose to hydraulic adapter (Item 3) on right wing (Item 2 ASM-FL-0036) and slide

through the sleeving. This sleeving will now have both right wing pressure hose and right wing return hose.

ASM-FL-0037

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ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-16

ASSEMBLY

Attach the return hose to the return filter on the hydraulic tank. ASM-FL-0038 Attach the other end of the

return hose to the 3-way fitting on the hard plumbing. ASM-FL-0039

NOTE: the nut on the 3-way fitting must be loosened before the return hose can be attached. ASM-FL-0039

Install the vent plug P/N 000696 (Item 1) ASM-FL-

0040 plug into upper port of each lift cylinder

NOTE: On some model, lift cylinder ports must face

forward for proper hose clearance.

Install the 90 deg. elbow fittings P/N 02045200

(Item 2) ASM-FL-0040 into the remaining lift and tilt

cylinder ports

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-17

ASSEMBLY

Attach suction hose (Item 1) ASM-FL-0041 from auxiliary pump to hydraulic tank.

Attach the pressure hose (Item 1) ASM-FL-0042 from the auxiliary pump to the control valve (Item 1) ASM-FL-

0042

Attach the return hose (Item 2) ASM-FL-0043 from the control valve to the return filter on the hydraulic tank

(Item 1) ASM-FL-0044.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-18

ASSEMBLY

ITEM PART NO. QTY DESCRIPTION

8* 001775 1 Hose - Control Valve to Pump

7* 001776 1 Hose - Control Valve to Return Filter

6+ 001773 1 Hose - Control Valve to Tilt Cyl. - Live End

5+ 001774 1 Hose - Control Valve to Tilt Cyl. - Dead End

4+ 001772 1 Hose - Control Valve to Lift Cyl. - Live End

3+ 001771 1 Hose - Control Valve to Lift Cyl. - Live End

1+ 001770 1 Hose - Control Valve to Tilt Cyl. - Dead End

2+ 001770 1 Hose - Control Valve to Tilt Cyl. - Live End

+ Hose used with most non-cab tractors

* See Installation Instructions that were shipped with your unit for proper replacement part numbers.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-19

ASSEMBLY

CONTROL CABLE CONNECTION TO CONTROL STICK ASSEMBLIES

First remove the Cross-Screw from the bottom of

the Control Stick Assembly. DO NOT remove the

screws that fasten the two housings halves

together. ASMP-FL-0001

Next while holding the housing, fully shift the

Handle in the Control Stick Assembly to expose the

female-threaded end of the Plunger Rod. ASMP-

FL-0002

Then while holding the Handle to expose the

Plunger Rod, thread the Threaded Bead ASMP-FL-

0003 of the Cable into the end of the Plunger Rod

and tighten securely. Release the Handle, allowing

the Cable to pull into the Control Stick Assembly.

Once Cable is attached to Plunger Rod, slide the

silver Conduit Sleeve ASMP-FL-0004 into the

bottom of the Control Stick Assembly and align the

groove in the Conduit Sleeve with the Cross-Screw

Hole.

Finally Reinstall the Cross- Screw and tighten securely.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-20

ASSEMBLY

INITIAL START-UP PROCEDURE

1. Check all nuts and hex head capscrews to ensure all are tight and all lock washers are fully compressed

(flattened).

2. Check all hoses and hydraulic connections. Make certain they are secure.

3. Inspect all moving parts and be sure that no wires or hoses will be caught or pinched when the tractor or

the INTERSTATER is in operation. Tie down loose wires and hoses.

4. Thoroughly grease the INTERSTATER and install a lubricap on each grease fitting. Refer to the Operation

and Maintenance Section.

5. Jack front of tractor up enough to allow axle to pivot through its full range. While turning wheels through

their limits, right and left, swing them up and down. Look for interference between tires and any part of the

INTERSTATER. If interference occurs, shims (not furnished) must be welded to axle pivot stop or steering

arm to limit the movement enough to avoid interference. Tractors with an adjustable front axle may require

an outward adjustment of the wheels.

6. To fill the INTERSTATER reservoir with new, clean hydraulic oil, follow the steps below. Refer to the

Operation and Maintenance Section for specifications.

a. With a hydraulic jack raise the right side of the tractor. This will tilt the tank and allow only a minimum amount

of air when filling.

b. Avoid hydraulic contamination by filtering the hydraulic oil while filling the hydraulic tank. ASM-FL-0038

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-21

ASSEMBLY

Filter buggies or carts are commercially

available for hydraulic system clean-up.

These consist of a high-efficiency, high-

capacity filter, a circulating pump, a drive

motor, and hoses for connecting the

overhauled machine’s hydraulic system.

ASM-FL-0048

After the first 10 hours of operation, replace

the hydraulic filter with a new one. An extra

Filter Element is provided for you. Refer to

the Operation and Maintenance Section for

instruction.

7. After the Interstater mower is completely

assembled to the tractor and with the wings

on the ground, fill the mower hydraulic tank

above the oil level sight gauge approximately 5" or 1" below the top of the tank.

8. With mower ON/OFF switches in “ON” position and tractor fuel cut off, crank engine for about 30 to 45

seconds to allow oil to fill pumps and motors. Check the oil level in the sight gauge. If no oil is seen add oil to

bring the level up to the sight gauge. NOTE: Do not fill the tank with oil above the level of the sight gauge.

Over filling the tank with oil after the initial filling may result in oil being discharged through the air filter on top of

the hydraulic tank. Start the tractor and run it for 2 minutes and then turn it off. Again check the oil level in the

sight gauge. If the oil level is in the sight gauge, the unit is ready to run. If no oil is seen, add oil to bring the

level up to the sight gauge.

Remove all foreign objects and stand clear of cutter units. DO NOT GET NEAR ROTATING

KNIVES!

NOTE: On tractor hydraulic powered circuit only, make certain that there is full flow from tractor hydraulic

system to control valve. Refer to tractor manual.

9. After hydraulic system is fully charged and functioning properly, switch cutter units on, then speed engine up

to 540 RPM PTO speed. Maintain this speed for about 5 minutes. Check complete INTERSTATER, look for

any leaks, loose connections, or anything that could cause premature wear or failure.

FINAL CHECK

Run INTERSTATER for about 1/2 hour at full speed. Check for leaks and vibrations. Frequently check oil

temperature. Make certain it does not exceed 180 deg.

NOTE: When raising wings, make certain there is no interference with mower, frame, cylinders or tractor. Lift

wings slowly.

DO NOT leave unit unattended, and COMPLY WITH ALL WARNING DECALS.

If unit starts to make unusual noise, stop unit and check oil level. Also check for frothy oil which would indicate

a leak on suction side of system.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-22

ASSEMBLY

INSTALLATION OF REAR MOWER

Before attaching mower to tractor, it will be necessary that each tractor lower hitch arm has freedom of

movement so that the mover is completely independent of tractor movement. This will allow the mower to pivot

sideways as well as move vertically.

Some tractors provide this “float” by means of an optional slot in the lower end of each lift link, others by lift

links which can be made telescopic by changing the position of the pins in the links. Failure to provide “float”

may result in failure of the cutterhousing and bearings in the roller, thus voiding the mover warranty. Should

your tractor not have a built in “float” option, a flexible lift chain assembly will be required.

On all centered mowers, two flexible lift chain assemblies will be necessary to provide “float” to each lift link.

On all offset mowers, one flexible lift chain assembly will be necessary to provide “float” to the lift link on the

same side that the mover is offset. The other lift link should be the adjustable stiff link furnished with the

tractor.

After the mower is attached to the tractor’s 3-point hitch, but before the universal slip joint is installed, and with

the mover on the ground, adjust the top link of the hitch to make the mower gearbox input shaft parallel to the

tractor P.T.O. shaft. This relationship provides optimum operation of the universal joints in the driveline.

Driveline that is not parallel to PTO will result in vibration due to the characteristic of a universal joint that

results in the output end speeding up and slowing down twice each revolution of the universal jointed shaft.

Adjust the top link whenever the cutting height is changed.

1. Tip cutterhousing back and place a block under roller to safely support unit. Remove shipping skids and

drive pulley side belt guard fender. If necessary, install knives, as shown, one row at a time. ALL KNIFE PINS

ARE INSTALLED WITH THEIR HEADS FACING AWAY FROM THE CUTTERSHAFT PULLEY. This will

locate cotter pins where knives cannot reach them when flexing backward. The housing side sheet has a hole

in it which allows knife pins to be inserted into end lugs from outside the cutterhousing. After the cotter pin is

installed, bend extended prong at a 45 Degree angle with prong parallel to lug. ASMP-FL-0047

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ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-23

ASSEMBLY

With the cutterhousing tipped up, attach housing

shoes/wearplate. Carriage bolt attaches to front

mounting hole; plow bolts attach to middle and rear

holes.

1. Attach overarms to cutterhousing. Secure each in 2 places with 5/8 NC x 1-3/4 Hex Head Capscrew(#1),

and nut.

2. Attach “A” frame arms to front of cutterhousing. Secure each, plus overarms in place with 5/8 NC x 2-1/2"

HHCS, and nut(#2).

3. Attach gearbox mounting frame to overarms and A- frame arms. ASM-FL-0049

a. Secure with 5/8 NC x 1-3/4 HHCS and nut (#3). Torque to 170 ft-lbs.

b. Secure with 3/4 NC x 3-3/4 HHCS, A- frame spacer and nut(#4). Torque to 300 ft-lbs.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-24

ASSEMBLY

1. Attach outboard bearing plate to cutterhousing.

FORWARD ROTATION (Bearing plate mounts on left side of cutterhousing.)

a. Secure with 3/8 NC x 7/8 HHCS and nut at front mounting hole. Torque to 35 ft-lbs. (Typ.)

b. Secure with 3/8 NC x 2-1/4 HHCS, nut, lock washer, and second nut at rear mounting hole. The HHCS is

used as an anchor for the idler arm spring.

REVERSE ROTATION (Bearing plate mounts on right side of cutterhousing)

a. Secure with 3/8 NC x 2-1/4 HHCS, nut and second nut at front mounting hole. The HHCS is used as an

anchor for the idler arm spring.

b. Secure with 3/8 NC x 7/8 HHCS and nut at rear mounting hole.

2. 2. Install gearbox & extension shaft assembly and PTO shield mounting bracket

a. Remove existing nuts and lock washer from bearing housing.

NOTE: On forward rotation units, remove only the lower two fasteners.

b. Slide bearing housing HHCS into proper holes in outboard bearing plate.

c. Attach gearbox and mounting bracket to gearbox mounting frame. Secure with 5/8 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS

(upper gearbox feet), and 5/8 NC x 1-1/2 HHCS (lower gearbox feet) and Lockwashers. Torque to 170 ft-lbs.

(Typ.)

If extension shaft does not line-up with Gearbox, it may be necessary to shim gearbox

mounting lugs. To accomplish this, insert one gearbox retaining bolt (Item 1), ASM-FL-

0050 thru the mount plate and into the gearbox housing. Do not tighten this bolt (it should

have at least 1/4" free threads to move in and out). Assemble the gearbox, shaft, shaft

extension tube and the bearing to the bearing retainer plate mounted on the side sheet.

Tighten all fasteners except the one bolt in the gearbox mounting plate. Check the

distance between the gearbox mounting lugs and the mount plate. If required, insert shims

from shim kit (P/N 000552), ASM-FL-0051 between gearbox mounting lugs and mounting

plate to insure the gearbox pulls up evenly on the mounting plate.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-25

ASSEMBLY

Install idler arm assembly to bearing plate. Do not

secure at this time. ASM-FL-0052

3. Remove fasteners and shaft protector from end of drive shaft and retain. Lightly grease shaft. Install key

and driveshaft pulley. Do not secure at this time.

4. Align all three pulleys. Use spacers and shims provided to achieve alignment, then secure idler arm

assembly with cotter pin #4. Secure driveshaft pulley #1 with fasteners that were retained during previous

step.

5. Install drive belt #2.

6. Attach spring. One end is inserted in idler arm spring arm hole; the other end is attached to the long

outboard bearing plate capscrew.

ASSEMBLY

INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-26

ASSEMBLY

1. Properly mount rear mower to tractor and install

driveline. See INSTALLATION AND

DRIVELINE SECTIONS.

2. Attach PTO shield to mounting bracket. Snap-

on shield is positioned so lower ears engage

holes in bracket; upper ears rest on top of

bracket. Bolt-on shield is secured with 3/8 NC x

3/4 HHCS (4 places).

3. Attach belt guard to cutter housing then

reattach belt guard fender.

Belt Guard, FORWARD ROTATION

Three 1/2 NF x 1-1/4 HHCS and nuts.

Belt Guard, REVERSE ROTATION

One 1/2 NF x 1 HHCS (upper attaching pollinator

1/2NF x 1-1/4 HHCS two plain washers, and one

nut. Plain washers are located at upper two belt

guard attaching points

UNIVERSAL SLIP JOINT (PTO SHAFT): Refer to

instructions supplied with shaft.

To install the driveline separates slip joint halves,

then install them onto mower gearbox input shaft

and tractor PTO driveline according to illustration on

PTO shaft shield. Hold halves side by side, then

raise and lower the mower to determine that there

is no interference between halves when in the

shortest position, and that there is a specified

minimum amount of overlap (see PTO SHAFT -

PARTS LIST section) when in the longest position.

Once it is determined that the shaft will cause no

clearance problems, remove the halves, rejoin them

and install the assembled PTO shaft between the

tractor and the mower.

After attaching PTO shaft, slowly raise and lower

mower to make sure shaft will not make any contact

with “A-Frame” or mower head. If a problem exists,

change mounting position or lengths of lift chains by

removing or adding links.

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

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Operation Section 4-1

OPERATION SECTION

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-2

OPERATION

ALAMO INDUSTRIAL INTERSTATER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Alamo Industrial Interstater flail mowers are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers. These

mowers are designed for cutting grass and small weeds. The mower is equipped with protective deflectors to

prevent objects being thrown from the mower by the blades, however, no shielding is 100% effective. All

shields, guards, and deflectors equipped on the mower must be maintained 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 100 yards of the unit.

• All THROWN OBJECT SHIELDING including, Front, Rear Deflectors and Skid Shoes are in place and in

good condition when mowing.

• Mower is 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 Interstater flail mower and are not specific to any model. Some pictures may show

shields removed for picture clarity. NEVER operate implement without all shields in place and in good

operational condition. The operator must be familiar with the mower and tractor 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.

To avoid mower damage, retorque all bolts after the first 10 hours of operation. Refer to the

Torque Chart at the end of the Maintenance Section to ensure bolts are properly tightened.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY SECTION OF THIS

MANUAL AND THE TRACTOR MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THE TRACTOR AND

IMPLEMENT. If you do not understand any of the instructions, contact your nearest authorized dealer for a

full explanation. Pay close attention to all safety signs and safety messages contained in this manual and

those affixed to the implement and tractor. OPS-U- 0001

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)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-3

OPERATION

1. Standard Equipment and Specifications

Base Unit Specifications

16’5”,18’5”, or 20’9” Overall Cutting Widths

Full-Length Welded Tubular Frame With Transport Lock

19-Gallon Reservoir with 12 Micron Filtration

Tandem Piston Pumps Rated @ 48 GPM @ 3800 PSI(Dual Interstater)

Tandem Piston Pump Rated @ 24 GPM @ 3800 PSI(Right & Left Hand Interstater)

4-Spool Valve with Detent Position (Dual Wing Interstater)

2-Spool Valve with Detent Position (Right & Left Hand Interstater)

Wing Mower Specification

62”. 74”, or 88” Cutting Widths

1/2” Inboard & 5/16” Outboard Side Plates

Replaceable Skid Shoes

4-1/2” x 5/16” Wall Cuttershaft

1-5/16” Bore Greasable, Self-Aligning Cuttershaft Bearings

53 HP Piston Motor

Belt Drive From Motor to Cuttershaft with Automatic Spring Tension

6” Adjustable Rear Roller

1/2” to 6” Cutting Height

Available in Fine or Coarse-Cut

Front and Rear Safety Deflectors

Automatic Cut-Off Switch

Lift Cylinder Capable of 14” Vertical Lift

Tilt Cylinder Capable of 45 Degrees Down & 90 Degrees up

10 Gauge Unitized Cutter Housing

Rear Mower Specifications

88” or 96” Cutting Width (Depending on tractor mount kit)

10-Gauge Unitized Cutter Housing

5/16” Side Plates

CAT I or CAT II Three Point Hitch

4-1/2” x 5/16” Wall Cuttershaft

1-5/16” Bore Greasable, Self-Aligning Cuttershaft Bearings

60 HP Gearbox

6” Adjustable Rear Roller

1/2” to 6” Cutting Height

Available in Fine or Coarse-Cut

Torque Limiter Clutch

Front and Rear Safety Deflectors

CAT 4 Driveline

Belt Drive From Gearbox To Cuttershaft with Automatic Spring Tension

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-4

OPERATION

2.OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS

Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualified operator. A qualified operator has read and under-

stands the implement and tractor Operator’s Manuals and is experienced in implement and tractor operation

and all associated safety practices. In addition to the safety messages contained in this manual, safety signs

are affixed to the implement and tractor. If any part of the operation and safe use of this equipment is not com-

pletely understood, consult an authorized dealer for a complete explanation.

If the operator cannot read the manuals for themselves or does not completely understand the operation of the

equipment, it is the responsibility of the supervisor to read and explain the manuals, safety practices, and

operating instructions to the operator.

Safe operation of equipment requires that the operator wear approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

for the job conditions when attaching, operating, servicing, and repairing the equipment. PPE is designed to

provide operator protection and includes the following safety wear:

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

• Always Wear Safety Glasses

•Hard Hat

• Steel Toe Safety Footwear

• Gloves

• Hearing Protection

• Close Fitting Clothing

• Respirator or Filter Mask (depends on operat-

ing conditions) OPS-U- 0002

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)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-5

OPERATION

3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

In addition to tractor horsepower and size required to operate the boom unit, the tractor must also be properly

equipped to provide operator protection, to alert approaching vehicle drivers of the tractor’s presence, and to

ensure tractor stability when mowing with the boom fully extended.

Tractor Requirements and Capabilities

• Certified 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-Minimum..........Rear INT 88” 60hp, Rear INT 96” 60hp

• Drawbar............................................14” length-measured from end of PTO shaft to hitch pin hole, rated to

carry mower tongue weight, safety chain attachment point

• Hydraulics.........................................4-Spool Valve & 2-Spool Valve with Detent Position

• Power Take Off.................................540 RPM

3.3 Tractor Horsepower

The horsepower required to operate the mower depends on many factors including the vegetation to be cut,

terrain condition, operator experience, and condition of the mower and tractor. For most mowing condition, the

Rear INT 88” & 96”mowers require a tractor with at least 60HP. Operating the mower with a tractor that does

not have adequate power may damage the tractor engine.

3.1 ROPS and Seat Belt

The tractor must be equipped with a Roll-Over-Protective-Structure (ROPS) (tractor cab or roll-bar) and seat

belt to protect the operator from falling off the tractor, especially during a roll over where the driver could be

crushed and killed. Only operate the tractor with the ROPS in the raised position and seat belt fastened.

Tractor models not equipped with a ROPS and seat belt should have these life saving features installed by an

authorized dealer. OPS-U- 0003

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)

3.2 Tractor Safety Devices

If transporting or operating the tractor and implement near a public roadway, the tractor must be equipped with

proper warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of

the unit. Lights and a SMV emblem must be equipped directly on implements if the visibility of the tractor

warning signals are obscured.

Maintain all manufacturer equipped safety shields and guards. Always replace shields and guards that were

removed for access to connect, service, or repair the tractor or implement. Never operate the tractor PTO

with the PTO master shield missing or in the raised position. OPS-U- 0004

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-6

OPERATION

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)

4. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR

Before getting onto the tractor, the operator must read and completely understand the implement and tractor

operator manuals. If any part of either manual is not completely understood, consult an authorized dealer for

a complete explanation. OPS-U- 0007

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)

4.1 Boarding the Tractor

Use both hands and equipped handrails and steps for support when boarding the tractor. Never use control

levers for support when mounting the tractor. Seat yourself in the operator’s seat and secure the seat belt

around you.

Never allow passengers to ride on the tractor or attached equipment. Riders can easily fall off and be

seriously injured or killed from falling off and being ran over. It is the operator’s responsibility to forbid all extra

riders at all times. OPS-U- 0008

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)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-7

OPERATION

Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.

Falling off can result in serious injury or death.

(SG-10)

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)

4.2 Dismounting the Tractor

Before dismounting the tractor, idle the tractor engine down, disengage the head and retract the boom arm to

the transport position. Park the tractor on a level surface, place the transmission in neutral and set the

parking brake. Shut down the tractor engine, remove the key, and wait for all motion to come to a complete

stop before exiting the operator’s seat. NEVER leave the seat until the tractor, its engine, and mower head

movement have come to a complete stop.

Use hand rails and extra steps when exiting the tractor. Be careful of your step and use extra caution when

mud, ice, snow, and other matter has accumulated on the steps and handrails. Never rush or jump off the

tractor. OPS-B- 0002

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)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-8

OPERATION

5. STARTING THE TRACTOR

The operator must have a complete understanding of the placement, function, and operational use of all

tractor controls before starting the tractor. Review the tractor operator’s manual and consult an authorized

dealer for tractor operation instructions if needed.

Essential Tractor Controls:

• Locate the ignition key/switch

• Locate the engine shut off control

• Locate the hydraulic control levers

• Locate the light control lever

• Locate the brake pedals and clutch

• Locate the PTO control

• Locate the 3 point hitch control lever

• Locate the boom operating controls (joystick or valve bank)

Before starting the tractor ensure the following:

• Conduct all pre-start operation inspection and service according to the tractor operator’s manual.

• Make sure all guards, shields, and other safety devices are securely in place.

• The parking brake is on.

• The tractor transmission levers are in park or neutral.

• The boom operating controls are in the neutral and off position.

• The PTO control lever is disengaged.

• The hydraulic remote control levers are in the neutral position.

Refer to the tractor owner’s manual for tractor starting procedures. Only start the tractor while seated and

belted in the tractor operator’s seat. Never bypass the ignition switch by short circuiting the starter solenoid.

After the tractor engine is running, avoid accidental contact with the tractor transmission to prevent sudden

and unexpected tractor movement. OPS-B- 0003

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)

6. CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR

Use extreme caution when connecting the mower to the tractor. The mower should be securely resting at

ground level or setting on blocks. Keep hands and feet from under the mower deck and clear of pinch points

between the tractor hitch arms and mower pins. OPS-R-0001

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-9

OPERATION

6.1 Connecting the Mower A-Frame to the Tractor

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 between the respective set of

mower A-frame lift lugs. 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.

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)

IMPORTANT: Scan this QR Code with your smart phone to link to the PAMI Safe

Implement Hitching Manual for more information on correctly connecting

agricultural tractors to implements. Or type in your internet browser the following

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OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-10

OPERATION

7. SETTING THE MOWER

Properly setting the cutting height is essential for efficient and safe operation. A properly set mower will make

a more uniform cut, distribute clippings more evenly, require minimal tractor work, and follow the contour of

uneven terrain. NOTE: Avoid very low cutting heights, striking the ground with the blades gives the most

damaging shock loads and will cause damage to the mower and drive. Blades contacting the ground may

cause objects to be thrown out from under the mower deck. Always avoid operating the mower at a height

which causes the blades to contact the ground. OPS-U- 0010

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

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-11

OPERATION

7.1 Roller Height Adjustment

1. The mower’s cutting height is set by positioning

the roller assembly for each mower section.

Each section must be set at the same height to

ensure an even cut across the entire width of

the mower.

2. Place the tractor and mower on a level surface

and completely lower the mower to the ground.

3. Shut down the tractor, place the transmission in

park, and set the parking brake before

dismounting.

4. One section at a time, place lifting device

(scissors jack or hydraulic jack) under center of

cutter housing.

5. Remove hex nuts, washers and carriage bolts

from bracket at each end of roller. Make certain

that roller bracket is free to move once the

fasteners are removed. A stuck roller could

drop unexpectedly and cause injury.

6. Use lifting device to reposition cutter housing to

desired cutting height. Align bracket holes with

cutter housing, then reinstall hardware.

7. Lower cutter housing to the ground and remove

lifting device.

8. Set cutting height according to procedures

above for remaining two cutter sections. Make

sure that all three rollers are set at the same

height to ensure a even cut across the entire

width of the mower.

Hydraulic Cylinder Priming

Hydraulic Cylinders must be filled with hydraulic oil before releasing the wing transport locks to lower the

mower. Hydraulic cylinders and lines are filled by holding the valve control levers in the raised position until the

cylinders fully extend then place the control lever in the float position. Repeat the process several more times

to ensure wings are entirely supported by the hydraulic cylinders before releasing the transport locks and

lowering the mower.

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-12

OPERATION

7.2 Leveling Deck

To Facilitate a safe and efficient mowing operation,

the mower should be operated parallel to the

ground at all times. Never operate if front or rear of

mower is tilted upward. Objects may be discharged

at high speeds causing possible injury or even

death.

Adjust Top Link to level mower roller adjustment.

Side Skid Shoes should always be parallel to

ground throughout the full adjustment range. Adjust

cutting height of machine by raising or lowering rear

roller as specified in Operation Section.

8.1 Driveline Length Check

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)

8. 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.

After the driveline is securely attached, place the

tractor PTO master shield back in the operating

position. OPS-R-0003

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

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-13

OPERATION

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 12” must be maintained.

“Bottoming Out” Check Procedure

• Disconnect driveline from the tractor and slide

the profiles together until fully compressed.

• Place a mark on the inner shield 1/8” from the

end of the outer shield and reattach the

driveline to the PTO Shaft.

•With the PTO NOT TURNING, slowly drive the

tractor with mower attached through the

sharpest turn possible and watch shaft

movement. With the PTO NOT TURNING,

slowly drive the tractor with the mower attached

through the most severe terrain conditions

expected and watch shaft movement.

• If the distance between the mark and the outer

shield becomes less than 2” at any point there

is a potential problem bottoming out the

driveline and the driveline should be shortened.

OPS-F-0001

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-14

OPERATION

Shorten the driveline profiles as follows:

• Remove the driveline from the tractor.

• Position the mower to the point with the shortest

distance between the tractor PTO shaft and cutter

gearbox. Shut down the tractor and securely block

the mower in this position.

• Pull driveline apart and reattach yoke to PTO shaft.

• Hold driveline sections parallel to one another and

measure back 1” from yoke of each shaft and place

mark on opposite section. Cut this length off with a

saw.

• Round off all sharp edges and debur.

• Thoroughly grease then reinstall the driveline.

• Recheck for proper operation.

Engagement Check Procedure

• With the driveline attached, position the mower to the

point where the telescoping driveline is at its maximum extension. Completely shut down the tractor and secure in

position.

• Mark the inner driveline shield 1/8” from the end of the outer shield.

• Disconnect the driveline from the tractor and separate the two driveline halves.

• Measure the distance from the mark to the end of the inner profile. This length is the amount the driveline profiles

were engaged.

• If the engaged length is less than 12” the shaft is considered too short and should be replaced with a longer shaft.

Consult an authorized dealer to purchase the required driveline length.

NOTE: If the driveline cannot be shortened and still maintain the required profile engagement, the operator must be made

aware of terrain conditions and avoid situations which pose a potential problem to avoid damaging the driveline.

OPS-F-0002

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

9. PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE

Before each use, a pre-operation inspection and service of the implement and tractor must be performed.

This includes routine maintenance and scheduled lubrication, inspecting that all safety devices are equipped

and functional, and performing needed repairs. DO NOT operate the unit if the pre-operation inspection

reveals any condition affecting safe operation. Perform repairs and replacement of damaged and missing

parts as soon as noticed. By performing a thorough pre-operation inspection and service, valuable down time

and repair cost can be avoided. OPS-U-0029

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-15

OPERATION

Always disconnect the main PTO Driveline from the Tractor before performing service on

the Mower. Never work on the Mower with the tractor PTO driveline connected and

running. Blades or Drivelines could turn without warning and cause immediate

entanglement, injury or death.

(SRM-3)

Always disconnect the main PTO Driveline from the Tractor before performing service on

the Mower. Never work on the Mower with the tractor PTO driveline connected and

running. Blades or Drivelines could turn without warning and cause immediate

entanglement, injury or death.

(SRM-3)

DO NOT allow any person under a folded wing unless wing is securely

locked up or supported. DO NOT approach the Implement unless the

Tractor is turned off and all motion has ceased. Never work under the

frame work, or any lifted component unless the implement is securely

supported or blocked up. A sudden or inadvertent fall by any of these

components could cause serious injury or even death.

(STI-03)

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)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-16

OPERATION

9.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service

Refer to the tractor operator’s manual to ensure a

complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled

service is performed according to the

manufacturers recommendations. The following

are some of the items that require daily service and

inspection:

• Tire condition/air pressure

• Wheel lug bolts

• Steering linkage

• PTO shield

• SMV sign is clean and visible

• Tractor’s lights are clean and functional

• Tractor Seat belt is in good condition

• Tractor ROPS is in good condition

• ROPS is in the raised position

• No tractor oil leaks

• Radiator free of debris

• Engine oil level and condition

• Engine coolant level and condition

• Power brake fluid level

• Power steering fluid level

• Fuel condition and level

• Sufficient lubrication at all lube points

• Air filter condition OPS-U-0030

9.2 Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service

Before each mower use, a complete inspection and service is required to ensure the mower is in a good and

safe working condition. Damaged and/or broken parts should be repaired and/or replaced immediately. To

ensure the mower is ready for operation, conduct the following. OPS-R-0007

All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not limited

to) - the Deflectors, 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.

(SFL-5)

Replace bent or broken blades with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN,

WELD, OR WELD HARDFACING ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR

OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLY

CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES.

(SGM-10)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-17

OPERATION

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

• Check that the main driveline securely

attached to the tractor and the locking collar is

seated in the groove of the PTO Shaft.

• Ensure wing hydraulics are secure at both

ends.

• Ensure the mower hitch is securely attached

to the tractor drawbar with a proper size bolt

and secured nut.

• Ensure that a properly rated safety tow chain

is equipped securing the mower to the tractor.

OPS-F- 0003

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-18

OPERATION

• Ensure rubber deflectors are in position and not

damaged. Replace worn, broken, and missing

sections immediately.

• Ensure the rollers are in good condition and

rotate freely.

• Ensure the driveline integral shield is in good

condition and rotate freely.

• Inspect that all bolts and screws are in position

and are properly torqued. OPS-F- 0004

• Inspect the condition of the wings and rear

section drive belts.

• Ensure the slip clutch (rear mower section only)

is properly adjusted and the friction plates are

not frozen together. Reference the

Maintenance Section for proper slip clutch

maintenance.

• Ensure the slip clutch shield and drive belts

shields are in place and in good repair.

• Ensure the tractor PTO master shield is in

place, lowered and in good condition.

OPS-F- 0005

• Inspect oil level in gearbox and replenish if

needed. A low oil level is a warning sign that

the gearbox may be cracked or its seal is

damaged and needs to be replaced.

• Check the oil level in tank and replenish if

need. NOTE: Do not fill the tank with oil above

the level of the sight gauge. Over filling the

tank with oil after initial filling may result in oil

being discharged through the air filter on the

top of the hydraulic tank.

• Perform scheduled lubrication as specified in

the maintenance section. OPS-F- 0006

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-19

OPERATION

• Inspect cutter knives and knife pins for

looseness and excessive wear. Make sure the

mower is securely blocked up before crawling

beneath. Replace damaged, worn, and missing

knives as complete sets to maintain cuttershaft

balance.

• Remove any grass or other debris which may

be wrapped around the cuttershafts.

• Inspect the condition of deck skid shoes and

hardware. OPS-F- 0007

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-20

OPERATION

Flail Mower 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.

Operator’s Signature:

Item

Condition at

Start of Shift

Specific Comments if

not O.K.

FLAIL MOWER

The Operator’s Manual is in the canister on the mower

All safety decals are in place and legible

The hitch connection bolts & pins are tight

There are no cracks in hitch

Their mower deck is clear of cut grass and debris

The thrown object guard/deflectors are in place

Their guards/deflectors are in good condition

The driveline/gearbox shields are in good condition

The driveline clutch is in good condition, not frozen

The driveline tubes & u-joints have been lubricated

The driveline yoke is securely attached to the PTO

The gearbox oil level is full

Blades are not broken, chipped, cracked or bent

Blade shackles are in good condition with no cracks

The blade pins are properly retained

The skid shoes are in good condition & tight

The rear roller is in good condition and turns freely

IMPORTANT: Scan this

QR Code for an electronic

copy of this inspection

sheet.

DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or MOWER

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-21

OPERATION

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.

Operator’s 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.

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-22

OPERATION

10. 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

This Implement may be wider than the Tractor. Be careful when operating or transporting

this equipment to prevent the Implement from running into or striking sign posts, guard rails,

concrete abutments or other solid objects. Such an impact could cause the Implement and

Tractor to pivot violently resulting in loss of steering control, serious injury, or even death.

Never allow the Implement to contact obstacles.

(S3PT-12)

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)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-23

OPERATION

10.1 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

10.2 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.

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-24

OPERATION

11. Operating the Mower Wings

Raising to Transport Position

1. With tractor engine running, place ON/OFF

switch(s) in "OFF" position and wait for

cuttershaft(s) to stop rotating.

2. Pull LIFT control lever rearward until lift frame is

as high as it will go.

3. Pull TILT control lever rearward until bracket on

unit is above support bar on lift cylinder support. If

unit is in the detent “FLOAT”, it will takes some

effort to pull TILT lever from "FLOAT" position.

4. Push LIFT control lever forward enough to lower

unit slowly. Bar on cylinder support must pass

through bracket on unit as shown in Figure 268.

5. Make certain that all control levers are in "HOLD"

position when transporting unit.

NOTE: Lift and Tilt cylinder rods may be adjusted to

provide proper transport bracket to support bar

clearance.

Loosen rod end clamp.

Shorten stroke on LIFT cylinder to raise lift frame.

Lengthen stroke on LIFT cylinder to lower lift frame.

and/or

Shorten stroke on TILT cylinder to move transport

bracket closer to support bar. Lengthen stroke on

TILT cylinder to move transport bracket away from

support bar.

Once sufficient clearance is obtained, tighten rod

end clamp.

The mower’s center of gravity is raised making the

mower more prone to tipping when the wings are in

the raised position. Use extreme caution when

towing the mower in the transport position and

avoid uneven terrain which could upset the mower.

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-25

OPERATION

Lowering into Operating Position

Ensure that ON/OFF switch(es) is (are) in "OFF"

position. With tractor engine running, pull LIFT

control lever rearward until bracket on cutter unit

clears support bar on lift cylinder support. Push

TILT control lever forward until cutter unit is level

with ground. Push LIFT lever forward enough to

slowly lower unit until it touches ground, then push

both levers forward to "FLOAT" position.

NOTE: For best mowing results and longer roller

life, both LIFT and TILT levers should be in

"FLOAT" position while mowing.

It takes some effort to pull TILT lever from "FLOAT"

position because of detent spring.

The mower must be operated with the cutter

sections fully lowered and the hydraulic control

lever in the float detent to ensure the mower

follows the contour of the ground and to prevent

sections from creeping up. NEVER attempt to raise

the mower while the mower is operating.

When the Wings are folded for transport, the center of gravity is raised and the possibility of

overturn is increased. Drive slowly and use extreme caution when turning on hillsides.

Overturning the Implement could cause the Implement to overturn the Tractor and vice

versa resulting in serious injury or even death. Never fold wings on a hillside...the

Implement or unit may overturn.

(STI-02)

The mower head will start running when lowered if the mower ON/OFF switch is in the ON

position. Make sure the SWITCH is in the OFF positon before lowering mower wing(s).

(SFL-10)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-26

OPERATION

11.1 Engaging and Disengaging the Power Take Off (PTO) and Wings

Before engaging the PTO, make certain that the area is clear of bystanders and passersby. The implement

must be lowered to the mowing position. NEVER engage the PTO with the implement in the raised position.

Set the tractor engine speed at approximately 1,000 RPM before engaging the PTO. Shift the PTO control to

the on position.

To start the wings, make sure they are in the lowered position (refer to Lowering Wings into Operating Position

of the operation section) and PULL the start/stop button(s) to start the wing motor(s) and slowly increase the

engine speed until the PTO is operating at the rated speed. If you hear unusual noises or see or feel abnormal

vibrations, lower the engine RPM’s, disengage the PTO and PUSH the wing start/stop button(s) to stop the

wing motor(s). Inspect the implement to determine the cause of the noise or vibration and repair the

abnormality.

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)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-27

OPERATION

11.2 Driving the Tractor and Implements

Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually

increase your speed while maintaining complete

control of the tractor and units. 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.

Drive the tractor with the 3-Point lift arms in the

raised position and lock the control lever in the

transport detent position to prevent damage to

the mower driveline and tongue when turning.

Perform turns with the tractor and units at slow

speeds to determine how the tractor with an

attached blade or rake 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 units 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-F- 0009

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-28

OPERATION

11.3 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 damaged to over collapse of the

driveline may occur.

When crossing such terrain, the implement should

be fully lowered for a lower center of gravity and

added stability. OPS-R-0021

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-29

OPERATION

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

12. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT

THE OPERATOR MUST COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND HOW TO OPERATE THE TRACTOR AND

IMPLEMENT AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE. The operator must read and

understand the Safety and Operation Sections of the implement and tractor operator’s manuals. These

manuals must be read and explained to any operator who cannot read. Never allow someone to operate the

implement and tractor without complete operating instructions.

Before starting any operation, the operator must become familiar with the area to be worked in and any

obstacles and hazards contained within to ensure safety to the operator, bystanders, and equipment. Special

attention should be paid to foreign debris, rough terrain, steep slopes, and passersby and animals in the area.

OPS-U- 0015

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)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-30

OPERATION

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)

12.1 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-F-0010

12.2 Bystanders/Passersby Precautions

If a bystander comes within 300 feet of the tractor while the mower is being operated, stop the tractor at once,

idle the engine and disengage the PTO. Do not engage the PTO again until all bystanders are well past the

300 foot distance. OPS-R-0024

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-31

OPERATION

Flail Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing

objects for great distances (300 feet or more) and causing serious

injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully.

STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 FEET 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;

-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, eliminate

streaking, and make the final cut more uniform.)

(SFL-6)

12.3 PTO RPM and Ground Speed

Ground speed for mowing will depend upon the height, type, and density of vegetation to be cut.

Recommended speed for efficient mower performance is between 2 and 5 mph(3-8 kph). Operate the mower

at its full rated PTO speed to maintain blade speed for a clean cut. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual or

the tractor instrument panel for the engine speed and gear to provide the required PTO and desired ground

speed. Make sure that the mower is operating at its full rated speed before entering the vegetation to be cut.

If it becomes necessary to temporarily regulate engine speed, increase or decrease the throttle gradually.

Ground speed is achieved by transmission gear selection and not by the engine operating speed. The

operator may be required to experiment with several gear range combinations to determine the best gear and

range which provides the most ideal performance from the mower and most efficient tractor operation. As the

severity of cutting conditions increase, the ground speed should be decreased by selecting a lower gear to

maintain the proper operating PTO speed. OPS-R-0025

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)

OPERATION

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OPERATION

12.4 Operating the Mower

Only operate the mower from the tractor operator’s seat with the seatbelt securely fastened. The tractor must

be equipped with a ROPS in the raised position or a ROPS cab.

The mower is designed to cut vegetation up to 1-1/2” (38mm) in diameter. Sharp blades will produce a

cleaner cut and require less power. Travel at a speed that allows the mower sufficient time to cut through the

vegetation and maintain the PTO operating speed to prevent overloading the mower and tractor. Choose a

driving pattern that provides the maximum pass length and minimizes turning.

Under certain conditions, tractor tires may roll some grasses down preventing them from being cut at the

same height as the surrounding area. When this occurs, reduce the tractor ground speed while maintaining

the operating speed of the mower. A slower ground speed will permit grasses to at least partially rebound and

be cut. Taking a partial cut and/or reversing the direction of travel may also help produce a cleaner cut.

Avoid mowing in the reverse direction when possible. In situations where the mower must be backed to

access areas to be cut, make sure there are no persons or other foreign debris behind the mower before

mowing in reverse. When mowing in reverse, operate the tractor and mower at a reduced ground speed to

ensure tractor and mower control is maintained. OPS-R-0026

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)

OPERATION

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OPERATION

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)

12.5 Shutting Down the Implement

To shut down the implement, first bring the tractor to

a complete stop. Then slow down the implement by

reducing the engine speed before disengaging the

PTO. Push the stop button to disengage the wings

and wait for all motion to stop before proceeding to

drive or shut down the tractor.

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-F- 0011

OPERATION

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OPERATION

13. DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR

Before disconnecting the mower, the PTO must be

disengaged and all motion at a complete stop.

Move the mower to a level storage location and

lower both wings to the ground. If the mower will

be stored with the sections in the raised position,

be sure that the locks are engaged. If the mower

is not resting securely on the ground, block the

mower up securely before attempting to

disconnect it from the tractor. Use extreme care to

keep feet and hands from under the mower and

clear of any pinch points. OPS-F-0012

After disconnecting the 3 lift points, remove the

mower driveline from the tractor PTO shaft. Lay

the driveline down carefully 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-F-0013

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

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OPERATION

MOWER STORAGE

It is recommended that the mower be stored with the center section and both wings fully lowered to ground

level. If the mower is stored with the wings in the raised position, select a level area and install wing transport

braces to prevent the wings from falling BEFORE disconnecting the mower hitch from the tractor.

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 mainte-

nance section.

• Tighten all bolts and pins to the recom-

mended torque.

• Check the mower for worn and damaged

parts. Perform repairs and make replace-

ments 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 neces-

sary to prevent rust and maintain the appear-

ance 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-F-0014

Never allow children to play on or around Tractor or Implement. Children can slip or fall off

the Equipment and be injured or killed. Inadvertent contact with controls can cause the

Implement to shift or fall crushing themselves or others.

(SG-25)

OPERATION

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OPERATION

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.

Raise the mower sections and ensure transport

locks engage.

14. TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT

Inherent hazards of operating the tractor and implement and the possibility of accidents are not left behind

when you finish working in an area. Therefore, the operator must employ good judgement and safe operation

practices when transporting the tractor and implement between locations. By using good judgement and

following safe transport procedures, the possibility of accidents while moving between locations can be

substantially minimized. OPS-U- 0017

Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.

Falling off can result in serious injury or death.

(SG-10)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-37

OPERATION

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.

NOTE: Ensure that the mower sections are fully raised and that the transport locks are engaged for each

section.

Before transporting the tractor on a public roadway

or boarding a trailer for transport, the tractor brake

pedals should be locked together. Locking the

pedals ensures that both wheels brake

simultaneously while stopping, especially when

making an emergency stop.

Use extreme caution and avoid hard applications of

the tractor brakes when towing heavy loads at road

speeds. Never tow the implement at speeds

greater than 20 MPH (32 kph). OPS-U- 0018

14.1 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

Only tow the Implement behind a properly sized and equipped Tractor

which exceeds the weight of the Implement by at least 20%. DO NOT

tow the Implement behind a truck or other type of vehicle. Never tow the

Implement and another Implement connected in tandem. Never tow the

Implement at speeds over 20 MPH.

(STI-06)

Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.

Falling off can result in serious injury or death.

(SG-10)

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-38

OPERATION

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)

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

Make sure that all tractor flashing warning lights,

headlights, and brake/tail lights are functioning

properly before proceeding onto public roads. While

newer model tractors have plenty of lighting to

provide warning signals and operating lighting, most

older models are only equipped with operating lights.

Consult an authorized tractor dealer for lighting kits

and modifications available to upgrade the lighting on

older tractor models. OPS-U- 0021

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

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-39

OPERATION

15. 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.

Reduce speed before turning or applying the brakes.

Ensure that both brake pedals are locked together

when operating on public roads. OPS-U- 0023

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-40

OPERATION

Once the tractor has been loaded onto an

adequate rated trailer, raise the side flail/flails into

transport position and make sure the control

levers are in the center lock position. Ensure the

wing start/stop buttons are pushed in the stop

position and shut down tractor. Remove key and

exit the tractor.

Dual Wing

To exit and enter the tractor with a dual wing

Terrain Master you will need to utilize the rear

window. Unlatch the window and proceed to exit

always using three point contact as shown on

Figure Ops-1463.

When completely out of the tractor close window

and strap window closed as shown in Figure Ops-

1464.

Use both hands for support when getting on and off the Tractor. Always use three point

contact when exiting or boarding Tractor.

Dual Wing w/Remote Valve Option

With units that have a Remote Valve, raise the right hand wing into transport position from the tractor seat.

Once the right wing is in transport position, make sure control levers are in the center lock position and wing

start/stop buttons are pushed in the stop position. Shut down tractor, remove key and exit the tractor. To raise

the left hand wing into transport position you will need to use the Remote Valve installed in front of your tractor.

Once left hand wing has been raised and locked into transport position, proceed to strapping the wings

together.

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-41

OPERATION

Before tying down tractor with chains secure the

flail wings together with a shipping strap. Refer to

Figure Ops-1465

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.

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-42

OPERATION

16. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Possible Cause Remedy

Excessive Vibrations Check gearbox bolts. Tighten if loose

Check for missing knives on Replace missing knives

cutter shaft.

Check to see if knives are Free knives so they swing.

free swinging.

Blade broken or bent. Replace blades.

Cuttershaft bent. Replace cuttershaft.

Drivelines not phased correctly. Replace driveline.

Implement & Tractor yokes must

be in line.

Gearbox Overheating Low on lubricant. Fill to level plug.

Improper type lubricant. Replace with proper lubricant.

Excessive trash build-up Remove trash.

around gearbox.

Bearing or gears set up Consult your Dealer.

improperly.

Gearbox Noisy Rough Gears. Run in or change gears.

Worn Bearing. Replace bearing.

Noise Damaged Belt Shield Straighten or replace Shields.

(Rubbing on pulleys or belt).

Worn Bearing or Gear. Replace Bearing or Gear.

Gearbox Leaking Damaged oil seal Replace seal.

Bent shaft. Replace oil seal and shaft.

Shaft rough in oil seal area. Replace or repair shaft.

Oil seal installed wrong. Replace seal.

Oil seal not sealing in the housing. Replace seal or use a sealant on

OD of Seal.

Oil level too high. Drain oil to proper level.

Sand hole is casting. Replace castings or gearbox.

Gasket damaged. Replace gasket.

Bolts loose. Tighten bolts.

Clutch Slips Excessively Clutch linings badly worn or Repair clutch per maintenance

plates warped. section of manuals.

Too much power for clutch. Reduce ground speed and material

intake.

Oil on facings. Replace facings.

Friction facings glazed. Clean with emery cloth.

OPERATION

INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-43

OPERATION

Knives Wear Too Fast Cutting in sandy conditions. Increase cutting height.

Cutting in rocky conditions. Increase cutting height.

Soft “will fit” knives. Use genuine Alamo Industrial knives.

Hydraulic Cylinder Will Not Not enough pressure. Check Pressure

Operate Valve not connected properly Re-plumb valve.

Quick coupler not completely Complete connection.

connected.

Oil Squirting from Breather Oil leaking by piston ring. Do not carry cutter on cylinder.

Vent Hole Small leakage amount is normal.

Piston “O” Ring worn. Replace piston “O” Ring.

Cylinder wall scored or pitted. Replace cylinder.

Wrong piston ring on piston. Use correct piston ring.

Discharging Bunches or Belt installed improperly. Check belt for correct set-up.

Blades dull. Check blades for sharpness.

Grass too wet. Wait for grass to dry.

Grass too long. Mow at 3-1/2” and recut lower.

Travel speed too fast. Use a lower tractor gear.

PTO RPM too low. Mow at engine RPM to match 540

PTO RPM.

Blades Scalping High Places Mowing too low. Raise height of cut.

Rough, uneven ground. Use a slower speed.

Lower rollers.

Turning Tractor too fast. Slow down when turning.

Uneven Cut Travel speed too fast. Use a slower speed.

Mower deck not level. Level the mowing deck.

Blades dull or unbalanced. Sharpen or balance blades.

Deck underside plugged. Clean underside of deck.

Grass too high. Mow at 3-1/2” and recut lower.

Grass Clippings Windrow Grass too wet. Wait for grass to dry.

or clump Grass too high. Mow at 3-1/2” and recut lower.

Housing plugged. Clean underside of deck.

Grass Not being Cut Evenly Belt worn or slipping. Replace or adjust belt.

Spring broke & belt off idler. Replace spring or adjust belt.

Housing plugged. Clean underside of housing.

Debris around pulleys. Remove deck belt shield and clean

out debris.

Grass too high. Mow at 3-1/2” and recut lower.

Maintenance Section 5-1

MAINTENANCE SECTION

MAINTENANCE

INTERSTATER 10/18 Maintenance Section 5-2

MAINTENANCE

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:

• 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.

•PUSH and PULL Remote Hydraulic Cylinder lever to relieve hydraulic pressure.

• 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, 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.