Alamo Industrial Interstater Flail Manual de usuario

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©2018 Alamo Group Inc.
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Published 10/18 Part No. 803213C
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
®
1502 E. Walnut
Seguin, Texas 78155
830-372-3551
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 operators 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 Operators Manual can assist you in meeting the OSHA
requirement for Operator annual training.
OSHA TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
The following training requirements have been taken from Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations Part
1928.57 (a)(6). www.osha.gov
Operator Instructions. At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter, the employer shall instruct
every employee who operates an agricultural tractor or implement in the safe operating practices and servicing
of equipment with which they are or will be involved, and of any other practices dictated by the work
environment.
Alamo Industrial Division is willing to provide
one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices Video
Please Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video
DVD Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video
Mower Operators Manual
AEM Mower Operators Safety Manual
Requester Name:_______________________________Phone:___________________________________
Requester Address:_________________________________________
City:_______________________________________
State:______________________________________
Zip Code:___________________________________
Mower Model:____________________________Serial Number:____________________________
Date Purchased:___________________________Dealer Salesperson:_________________________
Dealership Name:_________________________Dealership Location:________________________
Mail to:
AEM Video Services
1502 E. Walnut Street
Seguin, TX 78155
Or Fax to:
(830) 372-9529
Or E-mail to:
To the Owner/Operator/Dealer
This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the
implement at all times. A Manual canister is provided on the implement where this manual can be properly stored.
If you lose or damage this manual a free replacement manual can be obtained from an authorized Alamo Industrial
dealer or by down loading the manual from the Alamo Industrial website www.www.alamo-industrial.com
BEFORE YOU START!! READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the information provided in this manual, the AEM
Mower Safety manual and the tractor operator's manual carefully to learn how to operate and service your machine
properly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury to you and bystanders. All implements with moving parts
are potentially hazardous. Every effort has been made to ensure that the machine is safe but operators must avoid
engaging in unsafe practices and follow the written instructions provided. The manufacturer has designed this
implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents.
SAFETY FIRST. Completely read and understand the safety section of this manual before operating this
equipment. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment who has not fully read and understood this manual.
Contact your Dealer to explain any instructions that you do not fully understand.
The care you give your Alamo Industrial Implement will greatly determine your satisfaction with its performance and
its service life. Carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual to provide you with a thorough
understanding of your new implement and its intended use and service requirements.
All references made in this manual to right, left, front, rear, top or bottom are as viewed facing the direction of
forward travel with the implement properly attached to the tractor.
Replacement Parts information is located in a separate Parts Manual. Alamo Industrial mowers use balanced and
matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain
components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Alamo Industrial specifications. Non-genuine "will
fit" parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of "will fit" parts may reduce mower performance,
void warranties, and present a safety hazard. Use genuine Alamo Industrial mower parts for economy and safety.
For future reference, record your Alamo Industrial product model number and serial number.
Dealer Telephone Model Number
Owner Purchase Date: Serial Number
DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery/ Operation Instructions
Dealer should inform the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are
applicable. Dealer should inform Purchaser to review the contents of the Operator’s Manual including safety
equipment, safe operation and maintenance, to review the Safety Signs on the implement (and tractor if possible)
and of Purchaser’s responsibility to train his/her operators’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
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SAFETY SECTION
SAFETY
INTERSTATER 10/18 Safety Section 1-2
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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
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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
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SAFETY
CRUSHING HAZARDS
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR, EQUIPMENT RUN OVER,
ROLLOVER AND CRUSHING BY FALLING WING OR IMPLEMENT:
USE ROPS and SEAT BELT equipped tractors for mowing operations.
KEEP ROPS lock in up position.
ALWAYS BUCKLE UP seat belt when operating tractor and equipment.
ONLY OPERATE tractor and equipment while seated in tractor seat.
WHEN RAISING OR LOWERING 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
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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
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SAFETY
THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS
ROTARY MOWERS CAN THROW OBJECTS 300 FEET OR MORE UNDER ADVERSE
CONDITIONS.
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS FROM THROWN OBJECTS:
KEEP bystanders 300 feet away
STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 FEET UNLESS:
All THROWN OBJECT SHIELDING including, Front and Rear Deflectors, 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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
PARTS INFORMATION
Alamo Industrial mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades,
cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and
tested to Alamo Industrial specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these
specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce mower performance, void mower warranties, and present
a safety hazard. Use genuine Alamo Industrial mower parts for economy and safety.
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Decal Location
NOTE: Alamo Industrial supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the
decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Alamo Industrial cares about the safety of its
customers, operators, and bystanders, and will replace the safety decals on this product in the field, free of
charge (Some shipping and handling charges may apply). Contact your Alamo Industrial dealer to order
replacement decals.
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ITEM PART NO. QTY 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.)
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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
Copyright, 2010, by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. All rights reserved. This work may not be reproduced or disseminated in whole or in part by any means
without the prior written permission of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
Copyright 2010© AEM (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
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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
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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
Disc Mower
Conditioner
Self-propelled
Windrower
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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
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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
7
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
8
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
9
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
10
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
11
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
12
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
13
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.
Follow
All Mower
Safety Rules
14
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
15
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
16
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
17
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
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
18
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
P
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
P
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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
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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
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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
22
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
www.aem.org
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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 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
Copyright, 2010, por la Asociación de Fabricantes de Equipos (Association of Equipment Manufacturers). Todos los derechos reservados. Queda prohibida la reproducción o
difusión parcial o total de este trabajo por cualquier medio sin consentimiento previo por escrito de la Asociación de Fabricantes de Equipos.
Copyright 2010© AEM (Asociación de Fabricantes de Equipos)
Revisado el 01/03, 09/10
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
8
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
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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
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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
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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”
12
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 "
14
PULG.
16
PULG.
20
PULG.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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
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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
P
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
P
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Utilice
dispositivos de apoyo
aprobados
Use una “etiqueta que
indique No poner en
funcionamiento”
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
INTRODUCTION
INTERSTATER 10/18 Introduction Section 2-2
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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
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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
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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
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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
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ASSEMBLY SECTION
ASSEMBLY
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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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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
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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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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.
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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
R
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.
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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
Right Wing
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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
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INTERSTATER 10/18 Assembly Section 3-9
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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.
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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
.
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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.
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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
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6. Attach the Return Hose (Item 1) to Left Wing ASM-FL-0032 & 0033 Slide Protective Sleeving (Item 2) over
the Return Hose.
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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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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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OPERATION SECTION
OPERATION
INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-2
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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
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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
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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)
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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
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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)
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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)
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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The operator’s manual and safety signs affixed on
the unit contain important instructions on the safe
and proper use of the equipment. Maintain these
important safety features on the implement in good
condition to ensure the information is available to
the operator at all times.
Ensure the manual canister is secured to the
equipment with the operator’s manual inside.
Ensure all safety signs are in place and legible.
Replace missing, damaged, and illegible
decals. OPS-U- 0011
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
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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
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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
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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.
Operators Signature:
Item
Condition at
Start of Shift
Specific Comments if
not O.K.
FLAIL MOWER
The Operators 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
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copy of this inspection
sheet.
DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or MOWER
OPERATION
INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-21
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Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection
Mower ID#________________ Make ____________________
Date: ________________ Shift ____________________
Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, all
rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake
engaged. Make sure the mower is resting on the ground or securely blocked
up and all hydraulic pressure has been relieved.
Operators Signature:
Item
Condition at
Start of Shift
Specific Comments if
not O.K.
The flashing lights function properly
The SMV Sign is clean and visible
The tires are in good condition with proper pressure
The wheel lug bolts are tight
The tractor brakes are in good condition
The steering linkage is in good condition
There are no visible oil leaks
The hydraulic controls function properly
The ROPS or ROPS Cab is in good condition
The seatbelt is in place and in good condition
The 3-point hitch is in good condition
The drawbar pins are securely in place
The PTO master shield is in place
The engine oil level is full
The brake fluid level is full
The power steering fluid level is full
The fuel level is adequate
The engine coolant fluid level is full
The radiator is free of debris
The air filter is in good condition
DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or MOWER
This Inspection Form may be freely duplicated for extra copies.
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INTERSTATER 10/18 Operation Section 4-22
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Inclines and ditches should be approached along a
line which is at an angle as shown. This type of
path will reduce the possibility of over-collapse of
the driveline and resulting damage. If the gradient
is so steep that such an approach increases the
possibility of a tractor roll-over, select an alternate
crossing path.
When operating the tractor and mower across
slopes and inclines, through ditches, and other
uneven terrain conditions, it is important to maintain
sufficient deck to ground clearance. Blade contact
with the ground may cause soil, rocks and other
debris to be thrown out from under the mower
resulting in possible injury and/or property damage.
Ground contact also produces a severe shock load
on the mower drive and to the mower blades
resulting in possible damage and premature wear.
OPS-R-0022
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
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Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the
operating parts of the mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at
greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could result
in serious injury or even death. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing.
Remove any like object from the site. Never allow the cutting blades to contact such items.
(SGM-06)
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
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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)
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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)
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Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of equipment and grass fires
while operating, servicing, and repairing the Mower and Tractor:
-Equip the Tractor with a fire extinguisher in an accesible location.
-Do Not operate the Mower on a Tractor with an underframe exhaust.
-Do Not smoke or have an open flame near the Mower and Tractor.
-Do Not drive into burning debris or freshly burnt areas.
-Ensure slip clutches are properly adjusted to prevent excessive slippage and plate heating.
-Never allow clippings or debris to collect near drivelines, slip clutches, and gearboxes.
Periodically shut down the Tractor and Mower and clean clippings and collected debris from
the mower deck.
(SGM-12)
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
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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
OPERATION
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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)
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Before transporting the tractor and mower, idle the
tractor engine, disengage the PTO and wait for all
mower moving parts to come to a complete stop.
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)
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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)
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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MAINTENANCE SECTION
MAINTENANCE
INTERSTATER 10/18 Maintenance Section 5-2
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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.
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
DAILY CHECKS
Before operating your Interstater, take the time to inspect and repair any damage to the machine or tractor.
Only a minimum of time and effort is required to regularly maintain this machine to provide long life and trouble
free operation.
1. Lubricate the INTERSTATER at the specified intervals as outlined in the lubrication diagram. Figure Mnt-
FL-0001. All mower grease fittings are equipped with lubricaps which snap over the grease fittings to prevent
dirt from entering the fittings. Remove the cap and wipe the fitting before greasing. Wipe the outlet of the
grease gun then grease the bearing. When finished, place the cap over the fitting and wipe any excess grease
from around the cap. In extremely dusty conditions, it is desirable to lubricate more often than every 8 hours.
Grease PTO shaft as outlined on the diagram located on PTO shaft shield. The idler pulleys are equipped with
a sealed ball bearing and require no further lubrication. Caster wheel bearings should be repacked at the end
of each mowing season and checked before the start of the next season. The gearbox is shipped with the
proper amount of SAE No. 90 extreme pressure lubricant. Maintain the level of this oil at the lower 1/8" pipe
plug on the gearbox cover. LUBRICATE MOWER BEFORE INITIAL USE.
NOTE: Lubricate flail roller bearing until lubricant can be seen coming out between roller and bearing housing.
2. Before each day's use, follow this procedure:
a. Visually check the unit, and make certain all items are properly tightened.
b. Check the pump drive belt tension. If necessary, tighten the belt as instructed in this section.
NOTE: Cutter unit belt tension is maintained by a spring-loaded idler pulley.
c. Check the reservoir fluid level with the cutter units in the transport position. The oil level should be even with
the sight glass located on the reservoir. Before removing filler cap, wipe the top of the reservoir to prevent dirt
from entering the tank. Use Chevron 1000 THF or an equivalent.
NOTE: Your ambient temperature and operating conditions may require a different viscosity oil. Please consult
the oil manufacturer for proper specifications.
NOTE: If the reservoir needs oil, a leak exists somewhere in the system. Repair the leak before using the unit.
d. Check the cuttershaft to make certain it is fully knifed. Replace any missing knives or cotter pins, then run
the unit at full speed to check for vibrations. Do not operate the unit in an out-of-balance
condition.
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
MAINTENANCE
INTERSTATER 10/18 Maintenance Section 5-4
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MAINTENANCE
INTERSTATER 10/18 Maintenance Section 5-5
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MAINTENANCE
ADJUSTING TENSION OF DRIVEBELTS
1. Remove Pump Cover.
2. Loosen Pump Mount Plate bolt item 1 and 2.
Mnt-FL-0010
3. Loosen Belt Tension Bracket bolt item 3. Mnt-
FL-0010
4. Move pump unit outwards to increase tension
on the belt. Belts should have no more than 1/4
inch play at midpoint between drive pulley and
pump pulley. Tighten mounting bolts.
5. Replace Pump Cover.
Hydraulic Fluid
Maintaining the proper hydraulic oil level and oil
cleanliness is very important for continued trouble-
free operation of the mower. The fluid level should
be checked daily before the mower is put into
service. A visual inspection of the hydraulic connections, hose guards and shielding should occur daily as well.
The hydraulic fluid can loose its ability to lubricate in a number of different ways, most commonly contamination
and overheating. Both scenarios can lead to catastrophic failure of the hydraulic components and costly
repairs. Alamo Industrial offers fluids, filters, and oil analysis capabilities to help you maintain your hydraulic
powered machine. Please be sure to follow the oil & filter change procedure that is outlined for your mower.
There are two types of hydraulic oil used by the factory, reference the chart below, Mobil DTE 16m and
Chevron 1000 THF. Also, note the ISO cleanliness requirement for your mower
Product Oil Type
Oil
Specification
ISO
Cleanliness
Filter Change
Recommendation
Oil Change
Recommendation
A-BOOM UTF Chevron 1000
THF
18/16/14 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
AXTREME UTF Chevron 1000
THF
18/16/14 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
BRAHMA ISO AW68 Mobil DTE
16m
16/14/11 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
EXTEN-A-
KUT
UTF Chevron 1000
THF
18/16/14 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
FALCON ISO AW68 Mobil DTE
16m
18/16/14 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
*INTER-
STATER
UTF Chevron 1000
THF
18/16/14 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
MACHETE I,
II
ISO AW68 Mobil DTE
16m
16/14/11 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
MAVERICK ISO AW68 Mobil DTE
16m
16/14/11 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
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*Note: Versa Pro & Rear mount Interstater also.
The above are prescribed intervals, but frequency may change based on use. It is important to monitor the filter
clogging indicator.
There are many comparable oils that are equivalent to what is used by the factory. An ISO class oil with a
viscosity that matches your operating conditions is recommended. For further information please consult the oil
manufacturer for proper specifications.
SAMURAI UTF Chevron 1000
THF
18/16/14 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
SWITCH-
BLADE
UTF Chevron 1000
THF
18/16/14 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
VERSA SIDE UTF Chevron 1000
THF
18/16/14 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
VERSA
BOOM
UTF Chevron 1000
THF
18/16/14 First 100/every 500
or 12 months
First 500/every
1000 or 12 months
Product Oil Type
Oil
Specification
ISO
Cleanliness
Filter Change
Recommendation
Oil Change
Recommendation
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Proper Oil Level
.Maintain the oil level within the sight gauge located
on the reservoir. When oil is cold, the level should
be three-quarters up the sight gauge. Never fill the
tank above that sight gauge level. A space is
maintained above the sight gauge to allow for the
expansion of the oil. Oil is added through the filler
tube, if your tank does not have a filler tube then fill
through the return filter located on the tank.
Thoroughly clean the cap area around the filter to
prevent oil from contamination. Remove the cap
and add the proper viscosity grade of FILTERED oil
to achieve the proper level. Never assume any oil is
clean, including new.
Oil Level Low
Low oil level in the reservoir is caused by leakage or improper filling. If leaking, locate the area of the leak and
repair the leak at once. Loss of fluid can cause severe & catastrophic damage to the hydraulic components.
NOTE: After initial start up, the mower may require more oil to bring the oil level back to the proper level. This
is normal. Air trapped in the hydraulic components was displaced by the oil, causing the oil level to go down in
the tank. Oil must be added to reach the proper level or cavitation could result.
CHANGING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FILTER
A large capacity filter is located on top of the hydraulic oil reservoir. Mnt-FL-0009 The filter will trap particles
which are .001 inch or larger. The filter needs to be changed after the first 10 hours of operation and every 200
hours or 12 months thereafter.
1. Clean the filter cover to prevent dirt from entering tank.
2. Loosen the four bolts on the filter cover. Mnt-FL-0004 Remove one bolt from the filter to aid in removing
the filter cover. Mnt-FL-0005
3. Push the filter cover down and slowly twist the filter cover off. Mnt-FL-0006
4. Remove filter spring. Mnt-FL-0007.
Sight Gauge
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5. Remove filter. Inspect material trapped by the filter. It can indicate parts wear in the system. Mnt-FL-0008
6. Install the new filter.
7. Reinstall filter spring and filter cover. Replace the one bolt which had previously been removed. Tighten
all bolts in an even manner. Mnt-FL-0009
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CUTTER UNIT
A. GENERAL
The INTERSTATER electrical circuit controls the flow of oil to the hydraulic motor on the cutter unit. The motor
control valve relies on a solenoid to control the spool within the valve and direct the flow of oil.
When the mower ON/OFF switch is in the "ON" position, current flows to the solenoid which positions the spool
to direct the oil flow from the pump to the motor. The oil then turns the motor which drives the cuttershaft.
When the mower ON/OFF switch is in the "OFF" position, the solenoid is not energized and oil pressure in the
power circuit pushes the spool back allowing the oil to return to the reservoir from the valve. Without the flow of
oil, the motor will no longer drive the cuttershaft.
B. OFF-ON SWITCH
The electrical circuit is connected to the tractor ignition switch. (See Electrical Schematic). The yellow wire
connects to the switch accessory terminal and the red wire connects to the start terminal. A 6 amp in-line fuse
on the yellow wire protects the off-on switches from an overload. THE OFF/ON SWITCH HAS A SAFETY
LOCK-OUT FEATURE THAT WILL NOT ALLOW THE TRACTOR STARTER TO ENGAGE IF SWITCH IS IN
THE ON POSITION.
C. SAFETY CUT-OFF SWITCH
In the electrical circuit between the OFF-ON switch and the motor solenoid valve is a safety cut-off switch.
This switch is a cam-operated electrical switch that cuts the wing mowers off when the wing is raised to
approximately 60 degree angle. This also prevents mower from being operated with the wing up. This feature
prevents injury due to inadvertently starting mower with wing raised and should be kept in proper operating
condition.
D. SOLENOID OPERATED VALVE AT MOTOR
The electric solenoid valve is mounted in the hydraulic motor manifold block. The solenoid controls the spool
within the valve. When the off-on switch is on and the wing is lowered the solenoid in energized by electrical
current and the spool is closed to direct the flow of oil from the pump through the cuttershaft hydraulic motor.
The wing activates the safety cut-off switch, the electrical current is removed from the solenoid causing the
spool to open and allows oil to return to tank without being directed through the motor. Without oil flow through
the motor, the cuttershaft will not operate.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Mowing is accomplished by a series of knives which rotate at high speed on a shaft. The shaft is driven by a
hydraulic motor through a set of drive belts. Belt tension is maintained by a spring-loaded idler pulley.
The cutter unit is mounted to the lift frame by two mounting pins and held in place by a hydraulic cylinder. This
cylinder is used to tilt the cutter unit to allow mowing on an angle and tilting to the vertical position for
transporting. Another hydraulic cylinder is mounted to the lift frame and the lift cylinder support. This cylinder is
used to raise the cutter unit via the lift frame.
The cutter unit rides on a large roller assembly. The position of this roller is adjustable and will determine the
cutting height of the knives.
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REPLACING CUTTER UNIT DRIVEBELTS
NOTE: Belts must be replaced as a set. DO NOT
replace just one belt.
1. Place unit on ground or support securely.
2. Remove belt guard.
3. Remove idler arm spring.
4. Remove motor mounting bracket front bolt and
loosen rear bolt.
5. Pivot motor-mounting bracket assembly.
Remove old belts and install new ones.
6. Reinstall front mounting bolt then secure
motor mounting bracket to unit.
7. Reinstall idler arm spring and belt guard.
ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT
1. Lower cutter unit to ground and place control
valve levers in "FLOAT" position.
2. Place lifting device (scissors jack, hydraulic
jack) under center of cutter housing.
3. 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 suddenly and cause an injury.
4. Use lifting device to reposition cutter housing to
desired cutting height. Align bracket holes with
cutterhousing holes, then reinstall fasteners.
Refer to cutting height decal on mower or
Safety Section.
5. Lower cutter unit to ground; then remove lifting
device.
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ROLLER BEARING REPLACEMENT
Securely support mower while removing and installing roller assembly.
1. Remove roller and both bearing and bracket assemblies from mower. Lift the mower only high enough to
remove the roller assembly. If installing a roller with pre assembled bearing and bracket assemblies,
remove the old roller, proceed to step 11.
2. Slide bearing and bracket assemblies off each end of roller. If replacing with new bearing and bracket
assemblies, proceed to step 9.
3. Remove roller bearing and housing assembly attaching hardware. Remove assembly from bracket.
Inspect seal between assembly and bracket for brittleness, cracks, wear and tear. Replace if necessary. If
replacing with new roller bearing and housing assemblies, proceed to step 8.
4. Remove grease fitting from the top of bearing housing.
5. Remove bearing form housing. By Rotating Bearing 90deg.
sideways and line up with notches in Bearing
Housing: then pull out.
6. Install new bearing into housing. Bearing must be installed with grease hole in bearing aligned with grease
fitting hole in housing.
7. Reinstall grease fitting to housing. Grease fitting must be tight and seated in grease hole in bearing to
prevent bearing from rotating in housing.
8. Attach roller bearing and housing assembly to bracket with seal between housing and bracket.
9. Slide bearing and bracket assemblies on each end of roller.
10. Check bearing for proper installation in housing by gently rocking bearing and bracket assembly in end of
roller. Play should be slight to none at all.
11. Install roller and bearing and bracket assemblies on mower.
12. Lubricate roller bearing until lubricant can be seen coming out between roller and bearing housing.
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CUTTERSHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT
Outboard Bearing
1. Lift cutter unit to maximum horizontal height;
then securely support ends of cutterhousing.
2. Remove enough knives to place a floor jack
under center of cuttershaft.
3. Securely support cuttershaft.
NOTE: The cuttershaft must remain supported
while changing bearings.
4. Remove outboard fender.
5. Remove fasteners securing bearing and
housing assembly to cutterhousing, then
remove bearing and housing assembly.
NOTE: There are two tapped holes in the housing
which can be used to pull bearing and housing
assembly out by using special tool No. 701627.
6. Using a jack to align parts, install bearing and
housing assembly to cutter unit and make
certain that bearing setscrew is located in
keyway on cuttershaft. Grease bearing and
install cap over fitting.
If only the outboard bearing and housing assembly
is to be replaced, proceed as follows: Remove jack
and check shaft rotation. Reinstall knives which
were removed. Reinstall outboard fender. Remove
supports, lower unit to ground and test unit.
If the inboard (drive) bearing is to be replaced,
proceed to step 7.
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Inboard (Drive) Bearing
1. Remove spring from idler arm. Fig. Mnt-FL-
0013
2. Remove motor mounting bracket fasteners, at
the cutterhousing. Pivot motor- mounting
bracket
3. Remove fasteners that secure pulley to
cuttershaft. Remove pulley and key.
4. Remove fasteners securing inboard bearing
and housing assembly to cutter- housing, then
remove bearing and housing assembly. Refer
to Mnt-FL-0011
NOTE: There are two tapped holes in the housing
which can be used to pull bearing and housing
assembly out by using special tool No. 701627.
5. Using a jack to align parts, install inboard
bearing and housing assembly to cutter unit.
Grease bearing and install cap over fitting.
6. Reinstall key and pulley. Secure with
cuttershaft fasteners.
7. Remove jack and check shaft rotation. Reinstall
knives which were removed.
8. Reinstall drive belts then secure motor
mounting bracket to cutterhousing.
9. Reinstall idler arm spring.
10. Reinstall belt guard.
11. Remove supports, lower unit to ground and test
unit.
12. Reinstall outboard fender, if not already installed.
CUTTERSHAFT REPLACEMENT
NOTE: It is recommended that cuttershaft bearing and housing assemblies be replaced when replacing cutter-
shaft.
1. Place unit on the ground or securely support at a convenient height.
2. Remove cuttershaft bearing and housing assemblies as outlined in Paragraph "E", above. After removing
both assemblies, the cuttershaft can be removed and a new one installed. It may be necessary to remove
two sets of knives nearest the drive end of cuttershaft.
3. Install new bearing and housing assemblies as outlined in Paragraph "E".
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CHANGING TO FORWARD OR REVERSE ROTATION
Wing Mowers
The hydraulic wing motors are dual rotation motors which means they will rotate in either direction depending
on the inlet port used. An arrow on the flat surface of the motor housing at both ports indicate the direction of
rotation. To change rotation, remove the four bolts that mount the manifold block to the motor. Remove the
case drain hose at the motor, but leave it attached in present location at the manifold block. Leave all other
plumbing as presently installed at the manifold block. Remove the two mounting bolts at the motor mounting
plate and rotate the motor 180 deg. This changes the present inlet port into the outlet port of the motor. Re-
install manifold block but do not change the position. Install case drain hose.
Rear Mower
To change direction of cuttershaft rotation for the rear mover, three left hand parts are required. A belt guard,
an outboard bearing plate and a idler pulley arm. (Consult parts book for these part numbers). Remove the
cuttershaft and turn 180 deg. Remove the gearbox cuttershaft drive pulley and outboard bearing plate, (using
the proper bearing plate) mount the plate to opposite side of mower housing. Remove the four bolts that
mounts the gearbox and rotate gearbox 180 deg. to new position. Install cuttershaft pulley, gearbox output
pulley, idler arm pulley assembly and belt. REPLACE EXISTING BELT GUARD WITH PROPER GUARD.
REPLACING CUTTER UNIT KNIVES
The cutter knives are attached to the cutter shaft with hardened pin and cotter pins. These pins are supplied
with the knife kit. To remove existing knives, remove and discard these pins and install new knives using new
pins. Figure ASM-FL-0047
FOR FORWARD ROTATION: On the right wing and rear unit, all knife pins must be installed with their heads
facing away form the cuttershaft pulley. On the left wing, the heads of the knife pins must face the cuttershaft
pulley.
FOR REVERSE ROTATION: On the right wing and rear unit, all knife pins must be installed with their heads
facing toward the cuttershaft pulley. On the left wing, and rear unit, the heads of the knife pins must face away
from the cuttershaft pulley.
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Flail Blades Inspection
Inspect the Blades daily for abnormal wear. REPLACE ALL BLADES on the carrier
IMMEDIATELY if any blades have:
Become bent or deformed from its original shape, or
Wear inside the blade bolt hole, or
Any cracks are visible, or
Deep gouges in the blade’s surface are present, or
Gouges or chipped areas in the cutting edge are larger than 1/4”(8mm), or
The material on the leading edge has been worn away by more than 1/4”(8mm)
DO NOT straighten, sharpen, weld or hard-face blades
Failure to replace worn or damaged blades may lead to catastrophic failure of the blades and ejection of the
broken part with tremendous force which may cause serious bodily injury or death.
Always replace blades in sets
Blades that are damaged may indicate severe service or abuse. If one blade is worn or damaged other
blades on the same shaft will have been subjected to the same severe service or abuse.
The Flail rotor turns at speeds exceeding 2000 RPM and is dynamically balanced at the factory.
Differences in blade weight between used blades with loss of material from gouges or wear as compared
to new blades can cause severe vibration and damage to the Flail rotor. Always replace blades as
complete sets.
Use only genuine Alamo Industrial replacement blades and fasteners. Other blades and
fasteners may not meet the Alamo Industrial requirements and could fail during operation
resulting in part being thrown out from under the mower.
Never attempt to sharpen blades.
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Blade Pins and D-Ring Inspection
Blade Pins and D-Rings daily for wear or damage as follows:
Inspect the Blade pins and D-Rings daily for abnormal wear. Make sure the cotter pins are
in place and properly spread. REPLACE BLADE Pins and D-Rings IMMEDIATELY if they
have:
Visible cracks or
If a Pin or D-Ring has visible worn areas, or
If a Pin or D-Ring has gouges or chipped areas
Failure to replace abnormally worn pins or D-Rings may lead to catastrophic failure and ejection of the broken
part which may cause serious bodily injury or death.
Always replace the pins and D-Rings whenever excessive wear is noticed.
If the cotter pins are broken by contact with other flail blades, remove the pin and reverse
the direction the pin is inserted through the D-Ring so that the cotter pin is on the opposite
side of the D-Ring. This will prevent the next set of blades from swinging back and hitting
the cotter pin.
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General Information on Flail Mower Vibration
FLAIL MOWERS
INFORMATION BULLETIN NO. 5
EXCESSIVE VIBRATION
Vibration is a MONSTER and if allowed to continue unchecked, can cause the complete break-up of a machine
in a very short time.
A properly operated Flail Mower will produce very little vibration. If vibration does occur, the mower should be
stopped and the trouble corrected, as warranty does not cover failures resulting from continued operation after
something happens to cause the mower to vibrate excessively.
Vibration is caused by a rotating part which is out of balance. This could be the cutter shaft or, on those models
having a universal slip joint assembly drive shaft, from the drive shaft.
If the two extreme ends of the drive shaft, (the yoke splines which fit on the tractor power take off shaft and on
the mower gear box driven shaft), are not parallel, vibration will be evident.
This is because of the mechanics of a universal drive wherein the rotational speed thru a universal joint is not
uniform. If the ends of a universal drive shaft are parallel, the uneven rotation effect is cancelled out and the
machine being driven will be driven at a uniform rate of speed. However, if the ends are not parallel, the
uneven rotation effect may be multiplied, resulting in a speeding up and slowing down of the entire mower
system (gear box, extension shaft, pulleys, belt, and cutter shaft) each revolution. This effect can be readily
noticed if the mower, while running, is raised to an extreme height on the tractor lift.
For smoothest operation, the tilt of the mower should be adjusted (on a 3-point hitch, by adjusting the length of
the top link between the tractor and the mower) so that the ends of the drive shaft are parallel when the mower
is down in operating position. Raising the mower, while running, to extreme heights on the lift should be
avoided.
To check where the vibration is originating, first be sure the ends of the universal drive shaft are parallel. Then,
if vibration is still present, remove the drive belt and run the mower. If vibration is still present, it most likely is
coming from and caused by a bent drive shaft. If so, the shaft should be replaced or straightened. If the
vibration is gone - the drive portion of the mower is running smoothly - then the vibration is probably coming
from the cutter shaft (it could be a pulley out of balance or a faulty belt with a varying cross section, but this is
not likely).
The cutter shaft will run out of balance if:
1. Wire, rope, string, rags, etc., around the cutter shaft, are holding the knives in a folded back position.
Remove such foreign objects and be sure all knives are free to swing to the extended position.
2. Knives are missing or broken.
Replace missing or broken knives.
3. Knife hanger lugs are broken off shaft.
This condition usually results from continued operation in contact
with large hard objects where the knife hanger lugs themselves are hitting the hard objects. Lugs should be
replaced using arc welding equipment so as not to direct too much heat in one area of the shaft.
4. Cutter shaft ball bearings are worn
enough to have radial "play" in them. Replace ball bearing and other
worn parts to eliminate "play".
5. Shaft is bent.
The shafts are straight within a couple of thousandths of an inch when they are made. It is
possible that they will become bent in use, such as if the shaft is hooked on a stump while the tractor is
moving forward at a good speed.
6. Shafts are operated at improper speed.
Rotating shafts have what is known as a natural period of vibration.
The same is true of the cutter shafts on the Flail Mowers.
The actual speed at which the harmonic will occur will vary with each mower and each installation. To avoid
this harmonic vibration when operating the mower, it may be necessary to adjust the engine speed of the
tractor up or down.
Some units have a harmonic vibration which occurs below the nominal operating speed. On these units, it will
be noticed that there is always a little vibration at a particular RPM as the mower is being sped up to operating
speed. This occurs as the shaft passes through its normal harmonic vibration point. As long as the mower is
operated at the proper speed, then harmonic vibration will not be an issue.
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HYDRAULICS
General
The INTERSTATER hydraulic system consists of two circuits. The power circuit drives the cuttershaft. The
control circuit lifts and tilts the cutter unit.
A tractor with a cutter unit installed on each side will have two independent power circuits with two sets of lift
and tilt cylinders, and one control circuit with a four-section control valve (instead of a two section valve).
NOTE: It is important that pipe thread sealant be used on solid connections only; never on connections
between swivel fittings or fittings with “O” rings and straight threads. Use pipe thread sealing compound. DO
NOT substitute other types of sealant, such as teflon tape, paint, shellac, etc.
Initial Start-Up Procedures
Whenever the hydraulic system is drained in order to service a hydraulic component, the following start-up
procedure should be completed.
1. Check all nuts and hex head capscrews to be sure they are tight and that all lock washers are fully
compressed.
2. Check all hoses and hydraulic connections to be sure that they are tight.
3. Inspect all moving parts, and make certain that no wires or hoses will be caught or pinched when the
tractor is in operation.
4. Secure all wires and hoses.
5. Thoroughly lubricate the INTERSTATER. Refer to SECTION 2, Illustration 4.
6. Change the hydraulic filter and fill the reservoir to the sight glass with new hydraulic oil. Refer to SECTION
1 for specifications.
Remove all objects from, and stand clear of the front of the cutter unit. DO NOT GET NEAR
ROTATING KNIVES.
7. Turn mowers off, then start tractor and run engine at low idle. Operate the lift and tilt circuits, and the power
circuit (turn cutter units on ONLY when mowers are fully lowered). Operate until the system is fully
charged. Recheck the fluid level and add oil, if necessary. If undue noise continues after the system is fully
charged, stop the unit and determine the cause.
8. After the hydraulic system is fully charged and functioning properly, switch the mowers on and increase the
engine speed to run the PTO at 540 RPM. Maintain this speed for 5 minutes and look for any leaks or
possible problems.
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Troubleshooting
The following shows various problems, the apparent cause, and the recommended procedure for their
correction.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Mower will not rotate In line Fuse blown. Replace Fuse.
Safety switch not making contact. Adjust or replace Safety Switch.
Broken Drivebelts. Replace Belts
On/Off Switch bad. Replace On/Off Switch
Insufficient voltage through Check Coil and Wires.
Solenoid.
Solenoid Spool will not shift Clean or replace Solenoid Cartridge.
completely.
Mower will not stop. Solenoid Spool will not shift. Clean or replace Solenoid Cartridge.
Intermittent mowing power. Safety Switch maladjustment Adjust Safety Switch.
Electrical problem. Trace Electrical Circuit for short.
Bad Solenoid. Replace Solenoid Coil.
Insufficient cutting power Drivebelts slipping. Readjust Belt tension and check.
or low Cuttershaft speed. Bound Shaft. Free the Shaft.
Relief Valve setting too low. Adjust Relief Valve.
Solenoid Spool will not shift Replace Valve Cartridge.
completely.
Worn Pump or Motor. Replace or rebuild.
Hydraulic Oil overheating Low Fluid level. Fill to proper level.
Mower free to rotate. Relief Valve setting too high. Adjust Relief Valve.
Obstruction in Power Circuit-Extra Remove obstruction & Extra Items
or Will-Fit Parts. which are not standard.
Pump making loud noise. Low Oil level. Add Hydraulic Fluid.
Vacuum in reservoir. Clean or replace Vent Plug.
Clogged Oil Filter. Replace Filter.
Worn Pump. Replace or rebuild.
Mower will not raise or Slow Gear Pump speed. Check Belts, Idler Pulley, Spring.
raises slowly. Relief Valve Setting too low. Adjust Relief Valve.
Worn Gear Pump. Replace or rebuild.
Worn Cylinder. Replace or rebuild.
Worn Control Valve. Replace Valve Section.
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POWER CIRCUIT
The pump unit assembly is made up of the oil reservoir, and hydraulic pump. The pump is driven by the
engine crankshaft through a drive shaft. Therefore, oil is being pumped whenever the engine is running.
When the mower is off, oil is directed to the reservoir by the solenoid motor control valve and does not flow
to the cutter motor. Cooling is provided by patented in frame cooling tubes in the wing mowers.
Replacing Hydraulic Pumps
The pump unit assembly is made up of the oil
reservoir, and hydraulic pump. The pump is driven
by the engine crankshaft through a drive shaft.
Therefore, oil is being pumped whenever the
engine is running. When the mower is off, oil is
directed to the reservoir by the solenoid motor
control valve and does not flow to the cutter motor.
Cooling is provided by patented in frame cooling
tubes in the wing mowers. Figure Mnt-FL-0015
Replacing Outer Pump
9. Remove the Pump Cover by unscrewing the
four thumb screws which hold it in place.
10. Disconnect the outer Pump Suction Hose,
Pump Drain Hose, and the Pressure Hose.
NOTE: Clean spills at once. Cap all hoses immediately to prevent contamination of the hydraulic system.
1. Remove the two bolts which attach the outer pump to the inner pump flange.
2. Remove Pump. Lightly oil new "O" Ring and place on inner pump flange. Install the new Pump with the
pump drain ports facing Hydraulic Tank.
3. Reinstall hydraulic hoses. Tighten hose fittings to their proper torque. Refer to Torque Chart.
4. Reinstall Pump Cover and tighten the four thumb screws securely.
5. Replacing Inner Pump:
6. To replace inner pump both pumps must be removed. Follow same procedure as for outer pump. BE
SURE TO CAP ALL HOSES AND CLEAN OIL SPILLS AT ONCE.
NOTE: Clean spills at once. Cap all hoses immediately to prevent contamination of the hydraulic system.
7. Separate the inner pump from the outer pump and install new pump to inner pump following step 4 making
sure both case drain ports are facing hydraulic reservoir.
8. Reinstall pumps to pump mounting bracket.
9. Reinstall all hoses. Tighten hose fittings to their proper torque refer to torque chart.
10. Reinstall all guards.
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Solenoid Control Valve
The solenoid control valve directs oil flow from the
hydraulic pump. When the mower ON/OFF switch
is in the "ON" position, the solenoid is energized
and the spool within the valve is positioned to direct
oil to the cuttershaft motor.
When the mower ON/OFF switch is in the "OFF"
position, oil pressure within the valve pushes the
spool back which allows the oil to circulate through
the cutter unit before returning to the reservoir.
When the flow of oil to the motor is cut off, the
cuttershaft will stop rotating. Figure Mnt-FL-0017
Checking Solenoid Valve
1. With engine running, turn the mower ON/OFF
switch in the "ON" position. Check voltage level
at the solenoid.
2. If it is less than 12 volts, check wiring and ground connections. Checking ground wire is as important as
checking the hot wire. If voltage is sufficient, the solenoid valve is bad and will need to be replaced.
Hydraulic Pump
DISASSEMBLY
1. Disconnect all hydraulic lines. Remove pump assembly from tractor.
2. Plug all ports and thoroughly clean outside of pump.
3. Clamp the end of the drive shaft in a protected jaw vise with the body of the pump up and remove the six
cap screws from the back plate.
4. Use a plastic mallet and tap the back plate assembly to loosen it, then pull back plate straight up until it is
free. Remove gasket.
5. Remove pump from vise and remove rotating assembly from pump housing.
6. If the pistons did not come out with the piston block, remove them, the spider, and the spider pivot.
7. The piston block assembly need not be disassembled unless the internal pins of spring is damaged.
The following procedure should be used if the spring is to be removed from the piston block
assembly. The spring is highly compressed and the snap ring should not be removed
without first compressing the spring.
The following parts will be needed to disassemble the piston block:
2 ea. 3/8 I.D. x 1-1/8 O.D. flat washer
1 ea. 3/8 x 3-1/4 N.C. capscrew
1 ea. 3/8 N.C. nut
Place one of the flat washers over the 3/8 x 3-1/4 cap screw and place this through the center of the piston
block. Place the other washer over the cap screw and let it rest on the three pins. Screw the nut on and
compress the spring inside the piston block. Use a pair of snap ring pliers and remove the internal snap ring.
Remove the bolt and the two washers. Remove the washers, spring, three pins, and the internal pin keeper.
8. Remove snap ring from housing. Press shaft from housing and remove shaft seal and washer.
9. Remove the two snap rings, thrust bearing, and two thrust washers from the drive shaft.
a. Control Valve
b. Solenoid
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10. To remove the cam plate from housing, remove the four screws from sides of the housing. Remove
trunnion cover, seal cover, and o-ring cover. Remove o-ring, seal, two washers, inner race, and needle
bearings. The cam plate can now be moved over to one side and removed. The cam plate pivot bearing
are a loose slip fit into the housing. Do not be concerned if they are not tight.
Inspection of Hydraulic Pump
1. Inspect flat surface of the backplate. The finish on the piston block side should be smooth and free of
grooves. DO NOT LAP BACKPLATE WEAR SURFACE. The backplate should be replaced if it shows
any of the wear characteristics outlined above. Inspect the needle bearing in the backplate. If the
needles are free of excessive play and remain in the bearing cage, there is no need to replace the
bearing.
2. Inspect the piston block. The wear surface that contacts the backplate should be smooth and free of
grooves. DO NOT LAP PISTON BLOCK.
3. The pistons should move freely in the piston block bores. If they are sticky in the bore, examine the bore
for scoring or contamination.
4. Examine the O.D. of the pistons for finish condition. They should not show wear or deep scratches. The
shoes should be a snug fit on the ball end of the pistons. The flat surfaces of the shoes should be flat and
smooth. DO NOT LAP THE PISTON SHOES.
5. Examine the spider. It should be flat, no cracks and no signs of wear in the pivot area.
6. Examine the pivot. It should be smooth and show no signs of wear.
7. The cam plate should be inspected for the condition of the finish of the polished shoe surface. It should
show no signs of scoring. Inspect the cam plate pivot bearings. If the needles are free of excessive play
and remain in the bearing cage, there is no need to replace the bearing.
8. Inspect the drive shaft for fretting in the bearing and spline areas.
9. Inspect the thrust bearing and thrust washers for wear.
10. Inspect the needle bearing in the housing. If the needles are free of excessive play and remain in the
bearing cage, there is no need to replace the bearing.
REASSEMBLY
1. Clean all parts in a suitable solvent. Lubricate all critical moving parts before reassembly. If necessary,
install new needle bearing in housing with numbered end of bearing outward.
2. Insert cam plate into housing. Insert needle bearings and inner race. The chamfered I.D. of the race
should be inward. Install washers, o-ring seal, o-ring cove, trunnion cover, seal cover, and retain with four
screws and tighten to 36-48 in. lbs.
3. Install snap ring on shaft. Install thrust washer, thrust bearing, and second thrust washer. Secure with
second snap ring.
4. Install shaft in housing and install washer and shaft seal and retain with snap ring.
5. Compress pin keeper and install in the spline of the piston block. Install the three pins with head end to
the inside of the block, and install in the special grooves of the piston block spline.
6. Install washer, spring, and second washer in the piston block. Use the two 3/8 I.D. washers and the 3/
8 x 3-1/4 cap screw to compress the spring and retain with snap ring. Remove the 3/8 x 3-1/4 cap screw
and the two washers.
7. Install the pivot, spider, and the piston assemblies in the piston block. Install this assembly in the housing
assembly. The piston shoes must be in contact with the cam plate. Be sure all the parts are in their
proper position.
8. Clamp this assembly in a protected jaw vise with the open end of the housing up.
9. Install new gasket.
10. Install relief valves and springs into backplate.
11. Install backplate assembly. Install six cap screws and torque to 27-31 ft. lbs.
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POSSIBLE TROUBLE CAUSES REMEDIES
System will not operate in Oil supply low. Check oil level and fill.
either direction. Oil Filter clogged. Replace Filter Element.
Oil too heavy. Use proper viscosity oil.
Drive Coupling broken. Inspect Coupling for sheared Spline
Spline or Key.
System noisy. Air in system due to low oil level. Fill in reservoir to sight glass.
Loose Suction Line. Tighten Fittings.
Clogged Suction Filter. Replace Filter Element.
Internal Pump or Motor damage. Disassemble, inspect, and repair.
Sluggish response to Air in system. See Step 1A, 1B, 1C, 2B
acceleration Internal Pump or Motor wear Disassemble, inspect, and repair.
or damage.
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Hydraulic Motor Disassembly
1. Clean outside of unit thoroughly. Refer to Hydraulic Motor illustration in the Parts Listing section.
2. Clamp shaft in a protected jaw vise with backplate end up.
3. Remove six cap screws from backplate.
4. Use a plastic mallet and tap the backplate to loosen it.
5. Remove o-ring from backplate.
6. Remove the complete piston block assembly from the housing assembly.
7. Remove piston assemblies, spider, and pivot form piston block assembly.
8. The piston block assembly need not be disassembled unless the pins or spring is damaged.
The following procedure should be used if the spring is to be removed from the piston block.
The spring is highly compressed and the snap ring should not be removed without
compressing the spring.
The following parts will be needed to disassemble the piston block:
2 ea. 3/8 I.D. x 1-1/8 O.D. flat washer
1 ea. 3/8 I.D. x 3-1/4 N.C. capscrew
1 ea. 3/8 N.C. nut
Place one of the flat washers over the 3/8 x 3-1/4 capscrew and place this through the center of the piston
block. Place the other washer over the capscrew and let it rest on the three pins. Screw nut on and compress
the spring inside the piston block. Use a pair of snap ring pliers and remove the internal snap ring. Remove
the bolt and two washers. Remove the two washers, spring, three pins, and pin keeper.
9. Remove thrust race from housing.
10. Remove snap ring from housing.
11. Remove shaft seal from housing.
12. Remove washer from housing.
13. Remove drive shaft from housing.
14. Remove the two snap rings, thrust washers, and thrust bearing, from drive shaft.
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Inspection
1. Wash all parts thoroughly in a suitable solvent.
2. Examine needle bearings in housing and backplate.
3. Inspect thrust washers and thrust bearing. All surfaces should be free of any signs of wear or fretting.
4. Inspect spider and pivot; conical surfaces should be free of wear and score marks.
5. Inspect the pistons: the O.D. surface should be smooth and free of scoring. The shoes should be snug fit
to the piston. The face of the shoes should be flat and free of scoring and flaking. DO NOT LAP PISTON
SHOES.
6. Inspect the piston block; the bores should be free of scoring. The surface that contacts the backplate
should be smooth and free of grooves or metal build-up. Do not lap piston block.
7. Inspect the thrust race; the surface should show no signs of scoring or grooves.
8. Inspect the flat surface on the backplate; it should be free of excessive scoring or metal build-up. DO NOT
LAP BACKPLATE.
9. Inspect the drive shaft for fretting in the bearing areas. Check spline area for twisted or broken teeth. If
keyed shaft, check for cracked or chipped keyway.
Reassembly
1. Use filtered system oil to lubricate all critical moving parts before assembly.
2. Install one snap ring in rear groove of drive shaft. Install one thrust washer, thrust bearing, and second
thrust washer on drive shaft. Install second snap ring in front groove on drive shaft.
3. Replace needle bearing in housing if necessary. Install shaft in housing assembly and install washer. Oil
O.D. of new shaft seal and press into position. Retain with snap ring.
4. Compress pin keeper and install in the spline area of the piston block.
5. Install the three pins in the special grooves of the spline and with head end of pin toward inside of bock.
6. Install one washer, spring, and second washer. Use the two 3/8 I.D. washers and the 3/8 x 3-1/4 cap
screw to compress the spring and retain with snap ring. Remove the 3/8 x 3-1/4 capscrew and two
washers.
7. Install the pivot, spider, and the piston assemblies in the piston block assembly.
8. Lubricate thrust race and install in housing assembly.
9. Install piston block assembly in housing assembly. The piston shoes must contact the thrust race. Be sure
all parts are in their proper position.
10. Install new needle bearing in backplate if necessary.
11. Install new o-ring on backplate.
12. Install backplate on housing.
13. Install six capscrews and torque 15-18 ft. lbs.
14. On through shaft type assembly, install shaft seal and snap ring in backplate. Install key in driveshaft.
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Troubleshooting
POSSIBLE TROUBLE CAUSES REMEDIES
Motor turns while unloaded Scored backplate. Remove backplate and examine
but slows down or stops when surface condition of flat area; if scored,
load is applied replace backplate. DO NOT LAP.
Scored or worn piston shoes. Disassemble motor, examine condition
of shoes on pistons; replace pistons as
a complete set if necessary. DO NOT
LAP
Low Relief Valve pressure. Check Relief Valve for proper pressure
setting; adjust pr replace Relief Valve.
Motor will not turn. Severely scored backplate. Disassemble motor completely.
Inspect all parts, clean all parts,
replace all worn parts and flush
hydraulic system.
Motor free wheels. Oil-flow and pressure shut off When the hydraulic system is shut off,
going to motor. either by shutting off the engine on a
closed loop system or returning the
control valve spool to neutral on an
open center system, the motor will
free-wheel after it has leaked off. This
is inherent in the design. On a closed
loop or propulsion system, the motor
will not free-wheel as long as charge
pressure is maintained to and from
the motor.
Excessive Case Drain flow. Excessive internal wear in motor. Disassemble motor; inspect parts and
replace as necessary. Case Drain
flow should not exceed 1.5 GPM at full
pressure.
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CONTROL CIRCUIT
Lift and Tilt Cylinders
Hydraulic cylinders change the position of the
cutter unit. The lift cylinder raises and lowers the
unit by changing
position of the lift frame. To lift unit, oil is supplied to
rod side of cylinder. Gravity lowers unit when lift
levers are in "DOWN" position.
The tilt cylinder changes the angle of the cutter
unit. Oil is supplied to both ends of the cylinder and
provides power to tilt the unit up or down. The
unit can be tilted to the full vertical position for
transport.
Disassembly or Lift or Tilt Cylinder
For part numbers and illustration, refer to the Parts Listing section.
1. Disconnect hoses at cylinder. Cap all hoses to prevent fluid contamination. Remove cylinder from unit.
2. Remove reducer bushing and snap ring which retains the rod guide. Remove rod guide, rod, and piston.
Remove guide and piston from rod.
3. Replace all "O" rings, back-up washers, and rod wiper. Inspect rod, guide, piston, and body for damage.
4. Clean inside of cylinder with mineral spirits. DO NOT wipe dry; air dry instead. Lint, dirt, and, grit can cause
immediate or premature failure.
5. Lubricate all parts with clean hydraulic oil and reassemble.
Cylinder Rod Maintenance
It is important to visually inspect the hydraulic cylinder rods daily before use. It is highly recommended that
while the machine is stored or getting very little use that a protectant is applied to the hydraulic cylinder rods to
prevent degradation. If the machine receives more frequent use, be sure to fully cycle each cylinder function so
that the cylinder rod is coated by the systems hydraulic fluid. Depending on your operating environment it may
be necessary, under normal operating conditions, to apply a protective lubricant to the cylinder rods for
protection against rust and pitting. Hydraulic fluid may provide a suitable amount of protection, but remember
any protectant can attract dust and debris so attention must be given to the cylinder rods daily. Also remember
that any other protectant must be compatible with hydraulic fluid. Alamo Industrial is not responsible for rust or
pitting of the cylinder rod due to weather exposure or impacts from normal operation or mounting. If hydraulic
cylinders and or the cylinder rods are damaged as a result of the rods rusting or pitting, the hydraulic cylinders
and rods will not be covered under warranty by Alamo Industrial.
Lift Cylinder (3-1/4” O.D.)
Tilt Cylinder (3-3/4” O.D.)
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Hydraulic Component Maintenance Schedule
Hydraulic Gear Pump
The gear pump, mounted to the pump mount and
driven by the crank shaft pulley, produces oil flow
for the control circuit. The gear pump inlet is
connected, via a hose, to the reservoir which
supplies control circuit oil. A high pressure hose
connects the pump outlet to the sectional control
valve inlet.
NOTE: The gear pump is not used when tractor
hydraulics are used to power the control circuit.
Component Installation 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2200
Pump Drive Shaft Check and Lubricate
X XXXXXXXXXXX
Pump Mounting Bolt torque check (Inspect Daily) X XXXXXXXXXXX
Charge Pump Filter
Installation
XX X
Pressure Filter to the Control Valve
Installation
XX X
Return Canister Filter Element
Installation
XX X
Hydraulic Oil Change
Installation
X X
Hydraulic Oil Particle Count Testing XX X X
Hydraulic Tank Breather Filter
Installation Inspect Replace
Hydraulic Tank Suction Screen
Installation Inspect Inspect
Hydraulic Hose Inspection/Replacement
Installation Inspect Inspect Inspect Inspect Inspect Inspect Inspect Inspect Inspect Inspect Inspect
Cooling Fan Clean and Inspect
Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily
Check Hydraulic Fluid Level (Inspect Daily)
Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily
Mower Blades Replace (INSPECT DAILY) XXXXXXXXXXX
Blade Bolts Replace (INSPECT DAILY) XXXXXXXXXXX
Blade Bar Assembly Replace
Installation
XX
Spindle Lube Replacement (INSPECT DAILY) XXX
Spindle Bearing Pre-load Inspection X XXXXXXXXXXX
Mower Debris Guard Inspect/Replace X XXXXXXXXXXX
Pivot Point Lubrication
Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily
King Pin Bearing Replacement
Installation
X
Pivot Pin Bearing replacement (Steel)
Installation
X
Pivot Pin Bearing Replacement (Fiber)
Installation
XX
Inspect Operation And Safety Decals Replace
when faded, torn or missing.
X XXXXXXXXXXX
Repeat the Maintenance Schedule based on the hours indicated for the life of the machine
Hours of Operation
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Sectional Control Valve
The control valve directs oil flow from the gear
pump to the hydraulic cylinders. In the "HOLD"
position, the spool blocks oil flow to the cylinders
which prevents movement, and directs oil through
the valve back to the reservoir.
When the spool is shifted, oil flows to one side of
the cylinder while the other side is opened to the
return line. The cylinder rod then moves in or
out and changes the cutter unit's position.
In the "FLOAT" position, the spool will open both
sides of the cylinder to the return line. The cylinder
rod is then free to move since oil can enter or
leave either side of the cylinder.
There are two valve sections for each side of the
tractor. One is for TILT, one is for LIFT. The
sections are bolted together between an inlet and
an outlet section. The LIFT section has three
positions: UP, HOLD and DOWN & FLOAT. The
TILT section has four positions: UP, HOLD, OUT
and FLOAT.
A pressure relief valve is mounted in the inlet
section of the valve. When a cylinder is bottomed,
the relief valve will open and allow oil from the
gear pump to return to the reservoir.
Checking Relief Valve Pressure
1. To check the relief valve pressure setting, remove inlet hose at the control valve. Install a tee fitting and
reconnect the hose to a pressure gauge.
2. Check for proper tension on front drive belts (1/4 inch play at midpoint).
3. Start engine and run at low idle.
4. Raise the Tilt cylinder and note the pressure when the cylinder bottoms.
5. The pressure should be the same on both circuits, 1200 psi. If the pressure is 1200 psi on one and not on
the other, the relief valve and the pump are working fine. The problem would be somewhere else.
6. If pressure is low on both circuits, adjust relief valve. Remove hex cap, loosen lock nut (if present) and turn
adjusting screw clockwise.
7. If the pressure does not increase, remove the relief valve and inspect it. If the valve is good, the gear pump
is worn.
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External Coil Slip Disk Replacement
A. TO DISASSEMBLE EXTERNAL COIL SPRING CLUTCH (Figure Mnt-FL-0024)
Before beginning disassembly, remove or fold shields out of the way and clean off dirt and trash from the
area.
1. Remove two Attaching Bolts (6). Remove Clutch Assembly from shaft of Gearbox. Leave Driveline or
Driveline Half attached to Clutch.
2. Loosen six Adjusting Bolts (1). LOOSEN EACH BOLT A FEW TURNS AT A TIME - NOT ALL AT ONCE.
Continue in rotation until Nuts are loose. Remove these Bolts. Flange Yoke (9) will slide off. On Clutches
that have Dust Shields (11), Shields will slide off with Flange Yoke. Note: Some types do not have Dust
Shields.
3. On the opposite side, Outer Flange (2) will slide off which will allow Clutch Plate (3) to slide over notches
on outside diameter of Clutch Body (5).
4. Remove Plate with six bolt holes (7). Note: Bolts (1) go through these holes.
5. Remove the four Friction Disks (4) and discard. DO NO RE-USE.
B. TO CLEAN AND INSPECT
1. Inspect all components for rust, wear, or damage. Check Spacer (8) for scoring or excessive wear. Clean
Clutch Plates and Drive Plates with a wire brush as required to remove any rust.
C. TO REASSEMBLE
1. After all parts have been inspected, cleaned or replaced as necessary, replace components in reverse
order from disassembly USING THE NEW, IMPROVED DISKS. Do not tighten the six Adjusting Nuts and
Bolts (1) until assembly is complete.
D. TO ADJUST
To adjust Slip Clutch, tighten Bolts (1) until the Nut makes contact with Compression Spring (10).
1. After all six Bolts have been assembled so that Nuts contact Springs, mark the position of the top flat on
each Nut. Tighten Nuts 1-3/8 turns as follows: Do NOT tighten one bolt completely. Tightening as shown in
rotation will put equal pressure all the way around on Friction Disks and Drive Plates.
a. Tighten the Nuts (1) one-half turn in rotation.
b. Tighten one-half turn again until the marks on the Nuts are on top as in the beginning.
c. Then, carefully tighten 3/8 of a turn. As a double check, the Springs should now be
COMPRESSED TO 1-11/32" (1.34") TO 1-5/16" (1.31") long.
1. Re-assemble Clutch to Gearbox. Tighten Bolts (6) securely.
2. Clutch slips too easily, STOP PTO AT ONCE. Tighten each Adjusting Nut (1) NO MORE THAN ¼ TURN
AT A TIME. NEVER TIGHTEN SPRINGS SHORTER THAN 1-9/32" (1.28") LONG EVEN AFTER DISK
WEAR.
NOTE: EXCESSIVE SLIPPING WILL BURN UP DISKS AND SLIP CLUTCH TO THE POINT WHERE THE
CLUTCH IS NOT REPAIRABLE. HOWEVER, EXCESSIVE TIGHTENING WILL PREVENT THE SLIP
CLUTCH FROM SLIPPING AND CAN LEAD TO FAILURES OF DRIVETRAIN COMPONENTS WITH
RESULTING DOWNTIME.
E. TO REPLACE SHIELDS
1. Make certain that all Driveline Canopy Shields are in good repair and rotate smoothly on the
Drivelines. Replace Bearings and/or Integral Shields if necessary.
2. Re-install Gearbox Canopy Shields with the same hardware and tighten securely.
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Slip Clutch
A slip clutch is incorporated in the PTO driveline. It is designed to slip, absorb the shock load, and protect the
driveline.
After the first hour of operation, the slip clutch should be checked for overheating. After this first check, the
slip clutch should be checked weekly or anytime there is overheating. To adjust the slip clutch, tighten the
spring bolts 1/8 (maximum) turn at a time. Bolts should NEVER be adjusted to the point where the springs are
compressed solid. Minimum spring length is 1-1/8".
The slip clutch should be checked periodically and adjusted to compensate for wear. The lining plates are 1/8"
thick when new. Replace after 1/32" wear. If the mower has been idle for an extended period of time, or in wet
weather, before operating check to be sure the friction lining plates are not frozen or rusted together. Should
this freezing occur refer to the procedure described in the "Seasonal Clutch Maintenance" section on the next
page.
There are four friction lining plates in the slip clutch. These should be checked weekly for oil or grease, wear,
and moisture which could cause corrosion on the drive plates.
TANK FILLING INSTRUCTIONS
USE Tractor Hydraulic Oil only
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SEASONAL CLUTCH MAINTENANCE
It is important that the clutch lining plates slip when an obstacle or load heavier than clutch setting is
encountered. Therefore, if the machine sits outside longer than 30 days and is exposed to rain and/or humid
air it is important to make sure that the clutch lining plates are not rusted/corroded together. Before using the
mower use the following procedure to make sure the clutch will slip and give the overload protection required.
1. Loosen nuts on springs until the springs can freely rotate, yet remain secure on bolts.
2. Attach mower to tractor and start the tractor. Set the engine speed at 1200 RPM.
3. Mark outer plates as shown in.
4. Engage the PTO (approximately one second) and then quickly disengage it. The friction lining plates
should break loose (check the mark).
5. Turn tractor off and tighten the nuts on the springs to their original position of 1-5/16" compressed spring
length.
A double wing Interstater with 74" wing mowers will require approximately 26 gallons of oil to fill the hydraulic
tank, hoses, cylinders and cooling tubes in the mower deck. An Interstater with 60" wings will require less oil
and with 88" wings will require more oil. The Hydraulic tank only holds 15 gallons of oil and you can not add
enough oil to the tank the first time to completely fill the system. Oil should be changed after the first 200 hours
of operation and every 400 hours of 12 months of operation thereafter.
The following filling instructions must be carefully followed to prevent pump cavitation and instant pump failure.
1. 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.
2. Start the tractor and run it for 30 to 45 seconds and then turn it off.
3. 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 after the first filling. Overfilling the tank
with oil after the initial filling may result in oil being discharged through the air filter on top of the hydraulic tank.
4. Start the tractor and run it for 2 minutes and then turn it off.
5. 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.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 as required until the oil level stabilizes at the level of the sight gauge.
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Proper Torque for Fasteners
The chart lists the correct tightening torque for fasteners. When bolts are to be tightened or replaced, refer to
this chart to determine the grade of bolts and the proper torque except when specific torque values are
assigned in manual text.
RECOMMENDED TORQUE IN FOOT POUNDS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED IN THE MANUAL*
NOTE: These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier, dry or when lubricated with normal engine
oil. They do not apply if special graphited or molydisulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are
used. This applies to both UNF fine and UNC coarse threads.
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INFORMACIÓN DE PARTES
NOTA: Si necessita un manual completamente en español por favor de ponerse en contacto a; Translations,
dirección 1502 E. Walnut Street Seguin, TX 78155; Fax: (830) 372-9529
INFORMACIÓN DE PARTES
Cortacéspedes de ALAMO INDUSTRIAL usan balanceado y componentes del sistema de igualdad para los
portadores de la lámina, las láminas, los cortador-ejes, los cuchillos, las suspensiones del cuchillo, los
rodillos, los componentes del engranajes de conducciòn
y los cojinetes. Estas piezas se hacen y se prueban
a las especificaciones de ALAMO INDUSTRIAL. Partes de No-genuino “caber” piezas no resuelven
constantemente estas especificaciones. El uso de “caber” piezas puede reducir el funcionamiento del
cortacéspedes, garantías vacías del cortacéspedes y presentar un peligro de seguridad. ¡Utilice las piezas
genuinas de cortacéspedes del ALAMO INDUSTRIAL para la economía y la seguridad!
(SPAM-1 SP)
VEA A SU VENDEDOR ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
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RIESGOS CON EL MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTO
MANTENGA LOS IMPLEMENTOS EN BUENAS CONDICIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO, A TRAVÉS DE UN
SERVICIO, REPARACIÓN O MANTENIMIENTO APROPIADO.
ANTES DE REALIZAR TAREAS DE SERVICIO, REPARACIÓN Y MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTO:
APAGUE EL MOTOR Y EL PTO, coloque el freno de mano, descienda el implemento, espere a que se detengan todas las partes
móviles y quite la llave antes de bajarse del tractor.
COLOQUE el implemento sobre el suelo o trabe de manera segura los equipos elevados. Utilice bloques grandes sobre suelo blando
o húmedo.
EMPUJE y JALE la palanca del Cilindro Hidráulico Remoto para liberar la presión hidráulica.
DESCONECTE la línea de conducción del IMPLEMENTO del EJE DE PTO del tractor.
USE GAFAS DE SEGURIDAD y GUANTES PROTECTORES y siga todos los PROCEDIMIENTOS DE SEGURIDAD al realizar
tareas de servicio, reparación y mantenimiento sobre el implemento:
•Siempre USE GUANTES protectores al manipular las hojas, cuchillas, bordes filosos o un componente desgastado con bordes filosos.
•Siempre
USE GUANTES y GAFAS DE SEGURIDAD al reparar componentes en caliente
EVITE EL CONTACTO con tanques de aceite hidráulico, bombas, motores, válvulas y superficies de conexión de mangueras
calientes.
SUJETE FIRMEMENTE o TRABE EN POSICIÓN ELEVADA todos los implementos, bastidores y componentes elevados antes de
trabajar sobre los equipos que se encuentran debajo.
DETENGA el movimiento de todos los implementos y APAGUE EL MOTOR DEL TRACTOR antes de realizar ninguna tarea.
USE una escalera o gradas elevadas para alcanzar áreas altas del equipo a las que no se pueda acceder desde la tierra.
ASEGÚRESE de estar bien apoyado sobre superficies sólidas planas al subirse al implemento para realizar tareas.
SIGA las instrucciones del fabricante sobre cómo manipular los lubricantes, solventes, limpiadores y otros agentes químicos.
NO cambie ninguna calibración hidráulica de fábrica para evitar fallas de los componentes o equipos.
NO modifique o altere el implemento, las funciones o componentes.
NO SUELDE o repare los componentes de la cortadora. Esto puede causar vibraciones y fallas de los componentes que se
desprendan de la cortadora.
REALICE LAS TAREAS DE SERVICIO, REPARACIÓN, LUBRICACIÓN Y MANTENIMIENTO QUE SE DESCRIBEN EN LA
SECCIÓN DE MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTO:
INSPECCIONE el implemento para detectar sujeciones sueltas, partes gastadas o rotas, ajustes sueltos o con filtraciones, que los
pasadores tengan chavetas y arandelas, y las partes móviles para detectar el desgaste.
REEMPLACE todas las partes gastadas o rotas con repuestos autorizados.
LUBRIQUE la unidad tal como se especifica en el cronograma de lubricación.
NUNCA lubrique, ajuste o quite material mientras el equipo está en funcionamiento o movimiento.
AJUSTE todas las tuercas y pernos tal como se especifica.
INSPECCIÓN DE CUCHILLAS:
REEMPLACE las cuchillas dobladas, dañadas, agrietadas o rotas inmediatamente por cuchillas nuevas.
EVITE fallas de las cuchillas y que vuelen trozos de cuchillas. NO enderece, suelde o suelde con superficies rígidas.
INSPECCIÓN DE PROTECTORES DE SEGURIDAD, GUARDAS Y DISPOSITIVOS DE SEGURIDAD:
MANTENGA en su lugar y en buen estado todos los deflectores,protectores de acero, cubiertas de caja de engranajes, cubiertas
integrales de PTO, bandas, faldones laterales y zapatas antideslizantes.
REEMPLACE cualquier protector, cubierta o dispositivo de seguridad faltante, roto o gastado.
DESCONECTE la válvula de solenoide de la bomba o la conexión de la línea de conducción de la TDF de antes de reparar el cabezal
de la cortadora.
SIGA LAS INSTRUCCIONES de la sección de mantenimiento al reemplazar los cilindros hidráulicos para evitar la caída de
componentes
Operar, dar servicio y mantener este equipo puede exponerlo a productos químicos como gasolina, combustible diesel,
lubricantes, productos derivados del petróleo, gases de escape de motores, monóxido de carbono y ftalatos, que el
Estado de California considera que causan cáncer y defectos de nacimiento y otros daños reproductivos. Para minimizar
la exposición, evite respirar el escape, no haga funcionar el motor en ralentí excepto cuando sea necesario, haga el
mantenimiento de su vehículo en un área bien ventilada y use guantes o lávese las manos frecuentemente cuando
realice el mantenimiento de su vehículo. Los postes de la batería, terminales y accesorios relacionados contienen plomo
y compuestos de plomo, productos químicos que en el estado de California son conocidos por causar cáncer, defectos
de nacimiento y otros daños reproductivos. Para obtener más información, vaya a www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Este sitio
web, operado por la Oficina de Evaluación de Peligros para la Salud Ambiental de California, proporciona información
sobre estos químicos y cómo las personas pueden estar expuestas a ellos.
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RIESGOS EN TRANSPORTE
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE AL REMOLCAR O TRANSPORTAR EQUIPOS:
MANTENGA la velocidad de transporte POR DEBAJO DE 20 millas por hora para mantener el control del equipo.
REDUZCA LA VELOCIDAD en terreno inclinado, en las curvas y en condiciones de remolque desfavorables.
NO REMOLQUE camiones u otros vehículos
USE un tractor de tamaño adecuado y equipado en función del equipo de remolque.
SIGA todas las reglamentaciones de tránsito locales.
REQUISITOS DEL TRACTOR PARA REMOLCAR O TRANSPORTAR IMPLEMENTOS:
SÓLO TRANSPORTE en el tractor con el mecanismo ROPS (antivuelco) en posición elevada.
USE un tractor de tamaño adecuado y equipado, que supere el peso del implemento en al menos un 20%
MANTENGA EL 20% del peso del tractor en las ruedas frontales para mantener la dirección en forma segura.
ANTES DE TRANSPORTAR O REMOLCAR EL IMPLEMENTO:
INSPECCIÓN DEL TRACTOR:
VERIFIQUE la dirección y los frenos para asegurarse el correcto funcionamiento y las condiciones adecuadas.
VERIFIQUE LLEVAR EL AVISO DE SMV, los reflectores y las luces de advertencia para la adecuada operación y
visibilidad detrás de la unidad.
VERIFIQUE que no haya impedimentos a la visión mientras conduce, en el tractor, la cabina o el implemento, sentado
en el asiento del tractor.
AJUSTE su posición de conducción, los espejos y el transporte del implemento para tener una visión clara para
condiciones de conducción y tránsito.
PREPARE EL IMPLEMENTO PARA EL TRANSPORTE O EL REMOLQUE:
COLOQUE LAS TRABAS PARA TRANSPORTE Y LAS CADENAS DE SEGURIDAD:
ELEVE LA CORTADORA e INSTALE topes o pasadores de transporte cilíndricos en el eje central
ELEVE LAS ALAS e INSTALE TRABAS DE TRANSPORTE o pasadores.
AJUSTE LA CADENA DE SEGURIDAD del implemento al tractor.
QUITE todo material cortado que se acumule en la plataforma de la cortadora.
DETERMINAR LAS CARACTERÍSTICAS DE DETENCIÓN DEL TRACTOR Y EL IMPLEMENTO PARA EL
TRANSPORTE O REMOLQUE:
PRUEBAS DE FRENADO:
FRENE a velocidades en aumento.
Observe las distancias de DETENCIÓN con el aumento de velocidad.
DETERMINE la velocidad de transporte máxima segura que no supere las 20 millas por hora.
DETERMINE LA VELOCIDAD DE GIRO MÁXIMA ANTES DE OPERAR EN CARRETERAS O TERRENO
IRREGULAR:
PONGA A PRUEBA el equipo aumentando lentamente la velocidad en las curvas para determinar si se puede operar a
mayor velocidad.
USE MENORES velocidades de giro en las curvas pronunciadas para evitar el vuelco.
AL REMOLCAR O TRANSPORTAR EL EQUIPO:
•Siempre USE EL CINTURÓN DE SEGURIDAD al operar o transportar la cortadora.
USE bajas velocidades para evitar el vuelco con las alas elevadas.
USE bajas velocidades y dirección gradual en las curvas, colinas, o en superficies irregulares o poco uniformes, y en
carreteras mojadas.
ENCIENDA LAS BALIZAS DE ADVERTENCIA del tractor.
TENGA EN CUENTA el espacio necesario para el vaivén del implemento en las curvas.
MANTENGA todas las alas elevadas a 3 metros (10 pies) o una mayor distancia de todos los cables de
alimentación y obstrucciones elevadas.
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RIESGOS ELÉCRTICOS Y DE FUEGO
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CONTACTO ELÉCTRICO AL
TRABAJAR CERCA DE CABLES ELÉCTRICOS, LÍNEAS DE GAS Y DE SERVICIOS:
INSPECCIONE el área de corte para que no interfiera con cables de alimentación eléctricos subterráneos,
obstrucciones, líneas de gas, cables y servicios, estructuras municipales o de otro tipo.
MANTENGA todas las alas elevadas a 3 metros (10 pies) o una mayor distancia de todos los cables de
alimentación y obstrucciones elevadas.
NO ponga en contacto la cortadora con ninguna estructura u obstrucción de servicios o municipales.
LLAME AL 811 y al 1-800-258-0808 para identificar cables de servicios subterráneos.
PAUTAS DE PREVENCIÓN DE INCENDIOS durante la operación, reparación y servicio de la cortadora y el
tractor, a fin de reducir el riesgo de incendio del equipo y de la vegetación:
El tractor debe estar EQUIPADO CON MATAFUEGOS
NO OPERE la cortadora sobre un tractor equipado con escape debajo del bastidor
NO FUME ni acerque fuego directo a la cortadora o el tractor
NO CONDUZCA sobre residuos encendidos o en áreas recientemente quemadas
EVITE LA FORMACIÓN DE CHISPAS al no permitir que la hoja de la cortadora entre en contacto con objetos
sólidos como metal o roca.
AJUSTE LOS EMBRAGUES DESLIZANTES para evitar el deslizamiento excesivo y el calentamiento de la
placa del embrague
LIMPIE todo resto de hierba o residuo acumulado alrededor de las líneas de conducción de la cortadora, los
embragues deslizantes y cajas de cambios.
APAGUE EL MOTOR al cargar combustible.
NO OPERE el equipo con filtraciones de aceite o combustible. Repare cualquier filtración de aceite y retire el
aceite acumulado antes de operar.
LIMPIE todo resto de hierba o residuo acumulado alrededor de las bombas hidráulicas, valvulas, o
tanques hidráulicos.
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RIESGO DE FILTRACION DE ACEITE HIDRÁULICO DE ALTA PRESIÓN
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR PENETRACIÓN DE FILTRACIONES DE
ACEITE HIDRÁULICO DE ALTA PRESIÓN:
NO OPERE el equipo con filtraciones de aceite o combustible.
MANTENGA todas las mangueras hidráulicas, líneas y conexiones en BUEN ESTADO y AJUSTADAS antes de
aplicar presión al sistema.
LIBERE LA PRESIÓN HIDRÁULICA antes de desconectar las líneas o trabajar en el sistema.
QUITE y reemplace la manguera si sospecha que tiene filtraciones. Solicite al distribuidor que verifique si hay
filtraciones.
LAS FILTRACIONES DE LÍQUIDO DE ALTA PRESIÓN PUEDEN NO SER VISIBLES.
AL VERIFICAR FILTRACIONES HIDRÁULICAS Y TRABAJAR CERCA DE LOS SISTEMAS HIDRÁULICOS:
SIEMPRE USE gafas de seguridad y guantes impenetrables.
USE papel o cartón para verificar si hay filtraciones.
NO USE las manos o partes del cuerpo para detectar filtraciones.
MANTENGA las manos y el cuerpo LEJOS de los orificios de clavijas y boquillas de eyección de fluido hidráulico.
El fluido hidráulico puede causar gangrena si no es extirpado quirúrgicamente de inmediato por un médico
especializado en este tipo de lesiones.
Tenga cuidado cuando retire la tapa del tanque hidráulico.
Los contenidos del tanque pueden estar bajo presión.
Siempre permita que el aceite se enfríe antes de quitar la tapa.
Libere la presión de aceite antes de retirar la tapa lentamente.
Aléjese del aceite caliente que pueda rociarse desde el tanque.
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RIESGO DEL CONTACTO A LAS CUCHILLAS DE CORTADORA
MANTÉNGASE LEJOS DE LAS CUCHILLAS GIRATORIAS PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES
O LA MUERTE POR CONTACTO CON LA CUCHILLA:
MANTÉNGASE LEJOS y NO ACERQUE LAS MANOS, LOS PIES y EL CUERPO a las cuchillas giratorias, líneas
de conducción y partes hasta que todos los elementos móviles se hayan detenido.
NO ponga las manos o los pies debajo de las plataformas de la cortadora
DETENGA las CUCHILLAS giratorias antes de elevar la plataforma de la cortadora o las alas
DETENGA la cortadora, EXAMÍNELA Y PRESTE ATENCIÓN A LOS SONIDOS antes de acercarse a la cortadora
para asegurarse de que se haya detenido todo el movimiento giratorio.
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RIESGO DE ENREDO POR EL PTO
MANTÉNGASE ALEJADO DE LAS LÍNEAS DE CONDUCCIÓN Y OTROS ELEMENTOS
GIRATORIOS PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE:
MANTÉNGASE LEJOS
y NO ACERQUE las manos, los pies y el cuerpo a las cuchillas giratorias, líneas de
conducción y partes hasta que todos los elementos móviles se hayan detenido.
DETENGA la cortadora, EXAMÍNELA Y PRESTE ATENCIÓN A LOS SONIDOS antes de acercarse a la cortadora
para asegurarse de que se haya detenido todo el movimiento giratorio.
LOS ELEMENTOS GIRATORIOS SIGUEN ROTANDO una vez apagada la PTO.
PROTECCIÓN DE LA PTO:
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR ENREDO AL OPERAR EL IMPLEMENTO:
MANTENGA instalados los protectores, las cubiertas integrales de las líneas de conducción y las cubiertas de
entrada
NO OPERE la cortadora si los protectores o cubiertas no están bien colocados o faltan.
REEMPLACE O REPÁRELOS si faltan, están dañados o rotos
SIEMPRE REEMPLACE LOS PROTECTORES que se han quitado para tareas de reparación o mantenimiento.
PARA EVITAR
que la línea de conducción se rompa durante las operaciones:
VERIFIQUE que la línea de conducción tenga el largo adecuado entre el eje de PTO y el eje de la caja de cambios
del implemento.
Las líneas de conducción demasiado cortas se pueden soltar o romper.
Las líneas de conducción demasiado largas pueden tocar el suelo.
Un ensamblaje telescópico de la línea de conducción que toque el suelo no se deslizará y se solidificará.
Si la línea de conducción toca el suelo, puede atravesar los cojinetes de soporte y romper el eje de PTO.
EVITE hacer curvas pronunciadas o elevar la cortadora a alturas que puedan hacer caer la línea de conducción.
Lubrique los componentes telescópicos del eje de transmisión en forma semanal.
COMUNÍQUESE CON EL DISTRIBUIDOR
si la línea de conducción del implemento no coincide con el eje de
PTO del tractor:
NO UTILICE UN ADAPTADOR DE PTO.
El uso de un adaptador de PTO puede causar vibración excesiva, caída de objetos, fallas de las cuchillas y el
implemento como consecuencia de la duplicación de la velocidad operativa. El aumento de la longitud de trabajo
puede exponer áreas desprotegidas de la línea de conducción.
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SEGURIDAD
RIESGO DE ATROPELLO
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CAÍDA DEL TRACTOR O ATROPELLO
DEL EQUIPO:
USE tractores equipados con SISTEMA ANTIVUELCO (ROPS) y CINTURONES DE SEGURIDAD para las
operaciones de corte.
MANTENGA EL SISTEMA ROPS trabado en posición vertical.
SÓLO ENCIENDA el tractor sentado en el asiento del tractor.
SIEMPRE ABRÓCHESE el cinturón de seguridad al operar el tractor y los equipos.
SÓLO OPERE el tractor y el equipo sentado en el asiento del tractor.
NUNCA LLEVE A OTRAS PERSONAS en el tractor o implemento.
AL SUBIR Y BAJAR DEL TRACTOR:
• SÓLO suba o baje del tractor cuando éste y sus partes móviles estén detenidos.
APAGUE EL MOTOR Y LA TDF, coloque el freno de mano, descienda del implemento, espere a que se detengan
todas las partes móviles y quite la llave antes de bajarse del tractor. PN RO01 SP
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RIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOS Continuado)
OPERACIÓN DE LA CORTADORA:
NO exceda la capacidad de corte nominal de la cortadora, ni corte elementos que no sean vegetación.
USE CABINAS DE TRACTOR CERRADAS
cuando haya dos o más cortadoras operando en un mismo
sector.
.
AJUSTE las secciones de la cortadora o la ala cercana y paralela al suelo sin exponer las cuchillas
AJUSTE LA ALTURA de corte para EVITAR EL CONTACTO DE LAS CUCHILLAS con objetos sólidos,
como alambres, piedras, postes, cordones, guardarrailes y obstrucciones fijas.
NO opere la cortadora con la(s) ala(s) elevada(s) o en posición de transporte.
DETENGA LA CORTADORA de inmediato si las cuchillas entran en contacto con objetos pesados,
estructuras fijas, guardarrailes de metal y estructuras de cemento:
1. LAS CUCHILLAS PUEDEN FALLAR con el impacto y los objetos pueden ser arrojados a gran
velocidad.
2. INSPECCIONE y REEMPLACE las cuchillas dañadas.
3. VERIFIQUE el equilibrio del porta cuchillas y REEMPLÁCELO si está dañado.
NO opere la cortadora en agua PARA EVITAR una posible FALLA DE LAS CUCHILLAS.
EVITE OPERAR LA CORTADORA en reversa:
1. DETENGA EL PTO y retroceda la cortadora.
2. DESCIENDA la cortadora, encienda el PTO y corte hacia adelante.
DETENGA EL PTO y las CUCHILLAS al elevar la cortadora a posición de transporte.
NO ENCIENDA EL PTO con la cortadora en posición de transporte.
DETENGA la cortadora cuando se produzca VIBRACIÓN EXCESIVA:
1. DETENGA EL PTO Y EL MOTOR del tractor.
2. INSPECCIONE la cortadora para detectar la fuente de la vibración
3. REEMPLACE
toda parte dañada o las CUCHILLAS dobladas o dañadas. PN TOFM-02 SP
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RIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOS
LAS CORTADORAS GIRATORIAS PUEDEN ARROJAR OBJETOS A 90 METROS (300 PIES) O MÁS EN
CONDICIONES ADVERSAS.
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE AL OPERADOR O TRANSEÚNTES COMO CONSECUENCIA DE OBJETOS
ARROJADOS:
MANTENGA a los transeúntes a 100 metros de distancia (300 pies)
NO OPERE LA CORTADORA SI HAY PERSONAS A MENOS DE 100 METROS(300 PIES), SALVO QUE:
Todos los PROTECTORES CONTRA OBJETOS ARROJADOS estén colocados y en buen funcionamiento al operar la cortadora,
entre los que se incluyen los deflectores frontales y traseros, los protectores de acero, las bandas, los faldones laterales y las
zapatas antideslizantes.
Las partes de la cortadora o la ala estén ajustadas cerca y paralelas al suelo, sin exponer las cuchillas.
Se ha inspeccionado el ÁREA DE CORTE y se han quitado todos los materiales extraños y residuos.
LOS TRANSEÚNTES estén en el interior de un vehículo cerrado.
ANTES DE OPERAR LA CORTADORA, INSPECCIONE EL ÁREA PARA DETECTAR LA POSIBILIDAD DE OBJETOSQUE
PUEDAN SER LANZADOS:
QUITE residuos, piedras, cables, alambres, objetos metálicos y cualquier otro objetos extraños del área.
Los alambres, cables, sogas, cadenas y objetos metálicos pueden ser arrojados o salir desprendidos de la plataforma a gran
velocidad:
No permita que las cuchillas de la cortadora entren en contacto con cadáveres de animales en descomposición o otros
materiales peligrosos. Las cuchillas de la cortadora podr
ían arrojar materiales peligrosos y biològicos de la cortadora,
exponiendo al operador y personas presentes a riesgos de salud. Siempre use el equipo de protección personal
(PPE) aprobado por OSHA cuando limpie o retire material potencialmente peligroso de equipo.
1. MARQUE los objetos que no se puedan quitar.
2. EVITE estos objetos cuando use la cortadora.
INSPECCIÓN DEL ÁREA PARA DETECTAR HIERBA ALTA Y MALEZAS:
INSPECCIONE Y QUITE cualquier residuo oculto de gran tamaño.
PASE LA CORTADORA a una altura intermedia
INSPECCIONE y quite el residuo restante
PASE LA CORTADORA a la altura final
PROTECCIÓN CONTRA OBJETOS ARROJADOS DE LA CORTADORA:
MANTENGA todos los protectores contra objetos arrojados en su lugar y en buen funcionamiento al operar la cortadora, entre los
que se incluyen los deflectores frontales y traseros, los protectores de acero, las bandas, los faldones laterales y las zapatas
antideslizantes.
NO OPERE LA CORTADORA si falta algún protector contra objetos arrojados, o si éstos están dañados.
DERECHO DE PASO (autopista) CON LA CORTADORA
Ninguna protección ofrece una eficacia del 100% en la prevención de objetos arrojados. Para reducir la posibilidad de que se pro-
duzcan lesiones:
1. MANTENGA LOS PROTECTORES DE LA CORTADORA, los faldones laterales, la zapatas antideslizantes y las cuchillas en
buen estado de funcionamiento,
2. ELEVE LA ALTURA DE CORTE a 15 CM (6 PULGADAS) como mínimo,
3. INSPECCIONE EL ÁREA con cuidado antes de pasar la cortadora para ELIMINAR el posible riesgo de OBJETOS
ARROJADOS,
4. NUNCA PERMITA QUE LAS CUCHILLAS EN MOVIMIENTO ENTREN EN CONTACTO CON OBJETOS SÓLIDOS como
alambres, piedras, postes, cordones, guardarrailes o el suelo.
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SEGURIDAD DE CONECTAR O DESCONECTAR IMPLEMENTO
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR APLASTAMIENTO POR EL TRACTOR O
IMPLEMENTO:
AL DAR MARCHA ATRÁS el tractor hacia el enganche del implemento:
NO PERMITA QUE HAYA PERSONAS entre el tractor y el implemento
ANTES de conectar y desconectar el enganche del implemento:
APAGUE EL MOTOR DEL TRACTOR, coloque la palanca en “estacionar", ponga el freno de mano y saque la llave.
Al conectar y desconectar el enganche del implemento:
NO se agache o camine debajo de la cortadora o la ala en posición elevada.
AL CONECTAR LA LÍNEA DE CONDUCCIÓN DEL IMPLEMENTO:
PARA EVITAR que la línea de conducción del implemento se suelte durante la operación:
LUBRIQUE el anillo de cierre del resorte del yugo para asegurarse de que se deslice libremente sobre el eje de PTO
ASEGURE las bolas de cierre del yugo en la muesca del eje de PTO.
PRESIONE y JALE DE LA LÍNEA DE CONDUCCIÓN del EJE DE TOMA DE FUERZA(PTO) del tractor y del implemento para
asegurarse de que estén FIRMEMENTE SUJETADOS
PARA EVITAR que la línea de conducción se rompa durante las operaciones:
VERIFIQUE que la línea de conducción tenga el largo adecuado entre el eje de PTO y el eje de la caja de cambios del implemento.
Las líneas de conducción demasiado cortas se pueden soltar o romper.
Las líneas de conducción demasiado largas pueden tocar el suelo.
Un ensamblaje telescópico de la línea de conducción que toque el suelo no se deslizará y se solidificará.
Si la línea de conducción toca el suelo, puede atravesar los cojinetes de soporte y romper el eje de PTO.
COMUNÍQUESE CON EL DISTRIBUIDOR si la línea de conducción del implemento no coincide con el eje de TDF del tractor:
NO UTILICE UN ADAPTADOR DE PTO.
El uso de un adaptador de PTO puede ocasionar:
Vibración excesiva, caída de objetos, fallas de la hoja y el implemento como consecuencia de la duplicación de la velocidad opera-
tiva.
Mayor extensión de trabajo, lo que deja expuestas áreas desprotegidas de la línea de conducción e implica el riesgo de enredo con
otros objetos.
ANTES DE QUITAR LAS TRABAS DE RETENCIÓN DE LAS ALAS:
LLENE los cilindros de las alas con lubricante
MANTENGA a los transeúntes lejos del área antes de operar las alas
DESCIENDA LAS ALAS de manera lenta y cuidadosa.
NO conecte la cortadora a un tractor con la TDF directamente conectada a la transmisión del tractor.
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RIESGO DE APLASTAMIENTO
PARA EVITAR UNA LESIÓN GRAVE O LA MUERTE POR CAÍDA DEL TRACTOR, O EL APLASTAMIENTO,
VUELCO Y APLASTAMIENTO DE UN EQUIPO POR LA CAÍDA DE UNA ALA O UN IMPLEMENTO:
USE tractores equipados con SISTEMA ANTIVUELCO (ROPS) y CINTURONES DE SEGURIDAD para las operaciones de corte.
MANTENGA EL SISTEMA ROPS trabado en posición vertical.
SIEMPRE ABRÓCHESE el cinturón de seguridad al operar el tractor y los equipos.
SÓLO OPERE el tractor y el equipo sentado en el asiento del tractor.
EN CASO DE EMERGENCIA , apague el motor del tractor , desenganche la toma de fuerza y esperar a que todo movimiento de
rotación se detenga. Coloque el tractor en posición de estacionamiento , ponga el freno de estacionamiento y retire la llave antes
de abandonar el asiento del operador.
AL ELEVAR O DESCENDER LAS ALAS:
Eleve o descienda las alas SÓLO CUANDO ESTÉ SENTADO en el asiento del tractor, con el cinturón de seguridad ajustado.
Eleve o descienda las alas SÓLO cuando la lengüeta del implemento esté firmemente ajustada a la barra de tracción del tractor
PARA EVITAR el vuelco del implemento.
MANTENGA A LOS TRANSEÚNTES FUERA del área de operación PARA EVITAR accidentes por aplastamiento.
MANTENGA suficiente espacio libre alrededor de los implementos y alas PARA EVITAR el contacto con edificios o cables
elevados.
Los equipos ELEVADOS se pueden caer por fallas mecánicas o hidráulicas o por un movimiento inesperado de la palanca de
control.
PARA EVITAR LA CAÍDA DEL EQUIPO al trabajar cerca o debajo de las alas, los componentes e
implementos elevados por un enganche de tractor de 3 puntos:
SUJETE CON FIRMEZA o bloquee en posición vertical todos los equipos, alas y componentes elevados.
BLOQUEE EN POSICIÓN VERTICAL y sujete con firmeza el equipo antes de poner las manos, los pies o el cuerpo debajo
de los equipos o componentes elevados.
MANTENGA A LOS TRANSEÚNTES LEJOS de las alas dobladas hasta que estén bloqueadas o trabadas en posición
vertical.
AL ESTACIONAR el implemento y el tractor:
DESCIENDA el implemento, TRABE o BLOQUEE las partes elevadas antes de alejarse del equipo.
NUNCA deje un implemento sin atención en posición elevada.
PARA EVITAR LA CAÍDA O EL APLASTAMIENTO DE NIÑOS POR EL EQUIPO:
NUNCA DEJE que los niños jueguen sobre el tractor o los implementos, ni en sus alrededores.
AL DESENGANCHAR EL IMPLEMENTO:
DESCIENDA el implemento, TRABE o BLOQUEE las partes elevadas antes de alejarse del equipo.
USE el gato de la lengüeta para controlar el movimiento de la lengüeta del implemento
USE el GATO de le lengüeta para elevar lengüetas de implementos pesados.
EVITE r
ecargar el gato para evitar falla al gato y una lesión al operador.
ANTES DE QUITAR LAS TRABAS DE RETENCIÓN DE LAS ALAS:
CONECTE las mangueras al tractor
LLENE los cilindros de las alas con lubricante
MANTENGA a los transeúntes lejos del área de funcionamiento de las alas
DESCIENDA LAS ALAS de manera lenta y cuidadosa.
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SEGURIDAD DEL OPERADOR
PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE, SIGA LAS SIGUIENTES INSTRUCCIONES:
LEA, COMPRENDA y SIGA las instrucciones del Manual del Operador, al igual que las Advertencias y Mensajes de
Seguridad.
USE GAFAS DE SEGURIDAD, calzado protector, casco, protección auditiva y guantes al operar o reparar el equipo
USE un aparato de respiración apropiado al operar en condiciones polvorientas a fin de evitar contraer
enfermedades respiratorias.
NO USE prendas sueltas o joyas que se puedan enredar con las partes giratorias y causar una lesión.
NO CONSUMA DROGAS o ALCOHOL antes o durante la operación del equipo.
NO PERMITA que nadie opere el equipo bajo los efectos negativos de las drogas o el alcohol.
CONSULTE a un médico para conocer los efectos desfavorables de la medicación sobre los sentidos.
MANTÉNGASE ALERTA, la operación prolongada puede causar fatiga. HAGA UNA PAUSA y DESCANSE.
SEGURIDAD DE OPERACIÓN GENERAL
CONDICIONES DE VISIBILIDAD AL USAR LA CORTADORA:
OPERE LA CORTADORA CON LUZ SOLAR o con luz que aporte una visibilidad nítida de más de 90 metros (100
yardas).
DEBE PODER VISUALIZAR e identificar transeúntes, terrenos empinados, pozos, desniveles, obstrucciones
elevadas, cables de alimentación, residuos y objetos extraños.
VELOCIDAD RESPECTO AL SUELO AL USAR LA CORTADORA:
El rango de VELOCIDAD NORMAL es de entre 2 y 5 millas por hora.
AJUSTE LA VELOCIDAD DE CORTE según las condiciones del terreno y el tipo de césped, la densidad y la altura
del corte.
REDUZCA LA VELOCIDAD DE CORTE al acercarse a inclinaciones empinadas, pozos, desniveles, obstrucciones
elevadas, cables de alimentación y para evitar residuos y objetos extraños.
INFESTACIÓN CON INSECTOS
No opere en áreas susceptibles al ataque de abejas o insectos, salvo que USE PRENDAS PROTECTORAS o una
cabina de tractor cerrada.
VELOCIDAD DE PTO:
NO EXCEDA LA VELOCIDAD DE PTO NOMINAL DEL IMPLEMENTO
EVITE superar las velocidades nominales de PTO, porque puede causar roturas en la línea de conducción o fallas
de las cuchillas.
SEÑALES DE SEGURIDAD:
REEMPLACE cualquier señal de seguridad faltante, dañada o ilegible.
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SEGURIDAD
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y PRÁCTICAS GENERALES
El mejor operador es un operador cuidadoso. La seguridad es de importancia fundamental para el fabricante,
y también debería serlo para el propietario u operador. La mayoría de los accidentes se pueden evitar
prestando suma atención al equipo, al ambiente circundante, y tomando algunas precauciones. La primera
sección de este manual incluye una lista de Mensajes de Seguridad que deben observarse para contribuir a
la protección del operador y otras personas frente a lesiones o la muerte. Lea con atención estos Mensajes
de Seguridad antes de ensamblar, operar o reparar este Implemento. Este equipo sólo debe ser operado por
personas que hayan leído el manual, responsables y calificadas, que sepan cómo hacerlo de manera
responsable.
El Símbolo de Alerta de Seguridad se utiliza en combinación con una Señal Verbal, tal como la
que se muestra a continuación, en todo este manual y en los autoadhesivos adheridos a los
equipos. El Símbolo de Alerta de Seguridad significa:
“¡ATENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERTA! ¡SU SEGURIDAD ESTÁ EN JUEGO!” El Símbolo y
la Señal Verbal tienen el objetivo de advertir al propietario/operador sobre un riesgo inminente y
el grado de lesión que se puede producir al operar este equipo.
Indica una situación peligrosa inminente que, de no ser evitada, OCASIONARÁ la
MUERTE O UNA LESIÓN MUY GRAVE.
Indica una situación peligrosa inminente que, de no ser evitada, PODRÍA OCASIONAR la
MUERTE O UNA LESIÓN MUY GRAVE.
Indica una situación peligrosa inminente que, de no ser evitada, PODRÍA OCASIONAR
UNA LESIÓN MENOR.
Identifica instrucciones o procedimientos específicos que, de no observarse
estrictamente, podrían ocasionar daños o la destrucción de la maquinaria, los accesorios
o el entorno.
NOTA: Identifica aspectos de particular interés para lograr una operación o reparación más eficiente y
conveniente.
LEA CON ATENCIÓN Y RESPETE los siguientes Mensajes de Seguridad. Si no se
siguen cuidadosamente las advertencias e instrucciones indicadas en este Manual y en
los Mensajes de Seguridad del implemento, se pueden producir lesiones graves o la
muerte. Siempre siga las instrucciones de este manual y use el sentido común para evitar
situaciones peligrosas.
Los pictogramas se utilizan a lo largo de este manual para ayudar a que su atención visual se centre en los
problemas de seguridad.
NOTA: Si desea obtener una traducción de esta sección de seguridad en alguno de los siguientes idiomas,
comuníquese con: Translations, a la dirección 1502 E. Walnut Street Seguin, TX 78155; Fax: (830) 372-
9529; La Sección de Seguridad está disponible en español, portugués, francés, alemán, ruso.
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Adopte todas las medidas habituales para trabajar en forma segura y, sobre
todo, recuerde que la seguridad depende de USTED. Sólo USTED puede
impedir una lesión grave o la muerte a causa de prácticas no seguras.
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SECCIÓN DE SEGURIDAD
Instrucciones de operaciones antes de la entrega del DISTRIBUIDOR al CLIENTE
El distribuidor deberá informar al comprador de este producto las condiciones, disposiciones y procedimientos de
garantía aplicables; informar la responsabilidad del comprador de capacitar a sus operadores para la operación
segura; revisar el contenido del Manual del Operador, incluido el equipo de seguridad, la operación segura y el
mantenimiento; y revisar las Señales de Seguridad que se encuentran en el implemento (y en el tractor, de ser
posible).
IMPLEMENTOS: He explicado que los deflectores, protectores de cadena o faldones sólidos se deben man-
tener en buenas condiciones de reparación y se deben instalar, excepto en zonas donde personas, vehículos,
ganado u otros bienes no corran peligro por objetos arrojados, y en los casos en que dichos equipos de segu-
ridad impedirían un desempeño razonable de la cortadora en su tarea asignada.
LÍNEAS DE CONDUCCIÓN: Me he asegurado de que todos los protectores de líneas de conducción, de caja
de engranajes y otros están en buenas condiciones de reparación y firmemente sujetados para prevenir
lesiones por enredo u objetos arrojados.
MÁQUINAS HIDRÁULICAS: He explicado la necesidad de usar aceite hidráulico limpio, cambiar los filtros
según las instrucciones, detener filtraciones, prevenir daños por operar con aceite demasiado caliente, cuidar
las mangueras, usar mangueras del tipo correcto, mantener la presión operativa especificada y prevenir el
posible riesgo de que el aceite penetre en la piel.
IMPLEMENTOS PLEGABLES: He explicado que no es posible proteger contra objetos arrojados cuando el
cabezal está elevado del suelo y que el operador es responsable de verificar que no existan personas en las
inmediaciones. He explicado que el brazo o cabezal de cortadora elevado puede entrar en contacto con
obstrucciones elevados y dañar cables y líneas telefónicas, y posiblemente causar lesiones. He explicado que
el brazo o cabezal extendido, o el brazo retraído, puede entrar en contacto con cables de alimentación y cau-
sar lesiones o la muerte por electrocución, y que el operador es responsable de evitar dichos riesgos.
SERVICIO ANTES DE LA ENTREGA
VERIFIQUE Y AJUSTE O LUBRIQUE SEGÚN SEA NECESARIO
Consulte los detalles en el Manual del Operador
Inspección realizada – Garantía y procedimientos de seguridad explicados – Instalación realizada
LUBRICACIÓN E HIDRÁULICA
Caja de engranajes (niveles de aceite)
Nivel de aceite hidráulico (tanque externo)
Nivel de aceite hidráulico del tractor
Mangueras hidráulicas (no retorcidas y ajustadas)
Propulsor de bomba frontal (conjunto ajustado y eje bien
alineado)
CORTADORA
Nivel y altura de corte de la cortadora ajustados
Cojinetes del eje de corte lubricados
Todas las piezas metálicas bien ajustadas
ACCESORIOS E INSTALACIÓN
Deflectores frontales y traseros
Sentido de giro de las hojas correcto
CONEXIONES DE CORTADORA A TRACTOR
Pivote y conexiones de bastidor en A
Altura de eje (ajustar)
Altura de corte (ajustar)
Verificación de pre-operación de kit de montaje
Aleta de cortadora (ajustar nivel con el centro)
Aleta de cortadora (verificar operación de elevación cor-
recta)
Piezas metálicas de montaje bien ajustadas
ELEMENTOS DE SEGURIDAD
Protectores (operación e instalación)
Embrague de línea de conducción (limitador de ajuste)
(ajustar y poner en marcha)
Autoadhesivos de seguridad (colocados)
Manual del Operador (entregado)
Protector de TDF del tractor (instalado)
Emblema S.M.V. (instalado de ser necesario)
Gato con lengüeta (instalación y operación)
Cadena de remolque de seguridad (instalada)
Manual de Seguridad de Línea de Conducción ADMA
(entregado)
Manual de Seguridad de Cortadora AEM (entregado en
porta manual)
Se mostró el Video de Seguridad de Cortadora AEM al
comprador
Alamo Industrial está dispuesto a suministrar un (1) Video de Prácticas
de Seguridad para Cortadoras AEM
Por favor enviar: Video de Seguridad para el Operador de Cortadoras AEM/FEMA – formato VHS
Video de Seguridad para el Operador de Cortadoras AEM/FEMA – formato DVD
Manual del Operador de la Cortadora
Manual de Seguridad del Operador de la Cortadora AEM
Nombre del solicitante Teléfono:
Dirección del solicitante:
Ciudad
Estado
Código postal
Modelo de cortadora: Número de serie:
Fecha de compra: Vendedor del distribuidor:
Nombre del distribuidor: Dirección del distribuidor:
Enviar por correo a:
AEM Video Services
1502 E. Walnut Street
Seguin, TX 78155
O enviar por fax a:
(830) 372-9529
O enviar por correo electrónico a:
A fin de reducir la tasa de accidentes y mejorar la operación segura de las cortadoras, Alamo Industrial se ha
asociado con otros fabricantes de la industria para desarrollar el video y la guía de Prácticas de Seguridad para
Cortadoras Industriales y Agrícolas AEM/FEMA.
El video explica a los operadores de tractores y cortadoras las prácticas seguras que deben adoptar cuando
utilizan cortadoras industriales y agrícolas. Es importante que todos los operadores de cortadoras aprendan
cómo operar sus equipos de corte y puedan reconocer los posibles peligros que pueden surgir al operar una
cortadora. Este video, en conjunto con el manual del operador de la cortadora y los mensajes de advertencia
que se encuentran en la cortadora, serán muy útiles para complementar este aprendizaje tan importante.
Es posible que su distribuidor autorizado de Alamo Industrial le haya mostrado este video y le haya entregado
una copia en DVD cuando adquirió su cortadora. Si usted o algún operador de cortadora no vio el video: mire el
video, lea este Manual del Operador, y complete la Guía del Video antes de operar su cortadora nueva. Si no
comprende alguna de las instrucciones del video o del manual del operador, o si tiene alguna pregunta acerca
de la operación segura, comuníquese con su supervisor, con el distribuidor o con Alamo Industrial.
Si desea recibir una copia del video en VHS, envíe un mensaje de correo electrónico a AEMVideo@alamo-
group.com o un fax al (830) 372-9529, o envíe por correo una copia rellenada del formulario que se encuentra al
dorso de esta página a AEM VHS Video 1502 E Walnut Street, Seguin, TX 78155, y solicite la versión en VHS.
Indique su nombre, dirección postal, modelo de cortadora y número de serie.
Cada uno de los operadores debe recibir capacitación para cada equipo (tractor y cortadora), comprender el uso
previsto, y comprender los posibles peligros antes de operar el equipo.
La informacion y material mecionado en la informacion anterior junto con el Manual de Operador puede asistir
en cumplir con los requisitos de OSHA para el entrenamiento anual del Operador.
REQUISITOS DE ENTRENAMIENTO DEL OSHA
Los seguientes requisitos de entrenamiento se an tomoda del Titulo 29, código de la pieza de
regulaciones federales 1928.57 (a) (6). www.osha.gov
Instrucciones del operador. A la hora de la asignación inicial y por lo menos anualmente después de eso, el
empleador mandará a cada empleado quien opera un tractor agricola o implemento en las practicas de
operación segura y el mantenimiento de el equipo con el cual el empleado esté, o estará implicado y de
cualquier otras prácticas dictados por el ambiente laboral.
Al propietario/operador/distribuidor
Este Manual del Operador es una parte esencial de la operación segura de esta máquina y se debe mantener con
la unidad siempre. El implemento incluye un porta manual donde se puede guardar el manual de manera
adecuada. Si el manual se extravía o se daña, puede solicitar otra copia sin cargo a un distribuidor autorizado de
Alamo Industrial o descargarlo del sitio web de Alamo Industrial (www.alamo-industrial.com).
ANTES DE COMENZAR LEA, COMPRENDA y SIGA la información incluida en este manual, el Manual de
Seguridad de la Cortadora AEM y el manual del operador del tractor para conocer cómo operar la máquina y
realizar tareas de servicio correctamente. De lo contrario, podría sufrir lesiones u ocasionar lesiones a terceros.
Todos los implementos con partes móviles son potencialmente peligrosos. Cada esfuerzo ha sido hecho para
asegurar que la màquina esté segura, pero los operadores deben evitar entrar en prácticas peligrosas y seguir las
instrucciones escritas que son proporcionadas. El fabricante ha diseñado este implemento para ser usado con
todos sus equipos de seguridad correctamente sujetados para minimizar la probabilidad de accidentes.
LA SEGURIDAD PRIMERO. Lea con atención la totalidad de la sección de seguridad de este manual antes de
operar el equipo. No permita que nadie opere el equipo sin haber leído y comprendido la totalidad de este manual.
Comuníquese con el distribuidor si necesita explicación sobre alguna instrucción que no haya comprendido del
todo.
Los cuidados que brinde a su Implemento Alamo Industrial determinarán en gran medida su satisfacción con el
desempeño y la vida útil del equipo. Lea con atención y siga las instrucciones de este manual para comprender
cabalmente su nuevo implemento, su uso previsto, y sus requisitos de servicio.
Todas las referencias que se hacen en este manual a derecha, izquierda, frontal, trasero, arriba y abajo
corresponden a la perspectiva en el sentido del desplazamiento hacia delante con el implemento correctamente
sujetado al tractor.
La información sobre repuestos se encuentra por separado en el Manual de Partes. Las cortadoras Alamo
Industrial utilizan componentes del sistema equilibrados y coincidentes para porta cuchillas, cuchillas, ejes de
corte, hojas, ganchos para hojas, rodillos, componentes de los engranajes, y cojinetes. Estas partes se fabrican y
se prueban según las especificaciones de Alamo Industrial. Las partes compatibles no genuinas no siempre
cumplen con estas especificaciones. El uso de partes no genuinas puede perjudicar el desempeño de la cortadora,
anular la garantía y presentar un riesgo para la seguridad. Use partes genuinas Alamo Industrial para ahorrar
dinero y maximizar la seguridad.
Para referencia futura, registre el número de modelo y el número de serie de Alamo Industrial que ha adquirido.
Distribuidor Teléfono
N
úmero de Modelo
Dueño
Fecha de compra:
N
úmero de serie
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MANUAL DE OPERADOR
ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
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INTERSTATER
Este Manual del Operador es
una parte esencial de la
operación segura de esta
máquina y se debe mantener con
la unidad siempre. LEA
,
ENTIENDA
, y SIGA las
Instrucciones de Seguridad y
Operación contenidas en este
manual antes de operar el
equipo.
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Importantes instrucciones
de operación y las
instrucciones de seguridad
se encuentran en el video
Cortacésped Sobre
Seguridad que se puede
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Alamo Industrial Interstater Flail Manual de usuario

Categoría
Cortadoras de césped
Tipo
Manual de usuario