Blue Rhino FC-0007 manual

©2005 Alamo Group Inc. SE6 Published 05/05 Effective Serial No. SE6-33916 through Current Part NO. 00768614C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon A ve. Gibson City , IL 60936 800-446-5158 Email: parts@servis-rhino.com ROT AR Y MOWER This Opera tor's Manual is a n integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maint[...]

T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving p arts ar e potentially hazardou s. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who re cognizes the potential h azards and follows reason able safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all it s safety equi pment properly att a ched to minim[...]

In order to reduce accidents and enha nce the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Gr oup Ag Division, in cooperation with other industry ma nufacturers has developed the AE M/FEMA Industrial and Agricul- tural Mower Safety Practices video and guide book. The video will familiari ze and instruct mower -tractor operators in safe practic es when using ind[...]

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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ............................ .................................... ......................... 1-1 General Safety Instructions and P ractices ................ ................... ................. ................ ................. ..... ............... 1-2 Operator Safety Instructions an d Prac tices .............. .[...]

STARTING THE TRACTOR .................. ................ ................ ................... ................ .................... . .................. 4-10 CONNECTING THE MO WER TO THE TRACTOR ............... ................... ................ ................. ................... ... 4- 10 Connecting the Mower-Lift Type ........ ............. [...]

Safety Section 1-1 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY SECTION[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-2 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY General Safety Instruct ions and Practices A safe and careful operator is the best operator . Sa fety is of primary impo rtance to the m anufacturer and should be to the ow ner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by bein g aware of your equipment, yo ur surroundings, and obser[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-3 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Operator Safety Instr uctions and Practices Engine Exhaust, some of its constituent s, an d certain vehicle co mponent s cont ain or emit chemicals known to the st ate of California to caus e cancer an d birth de fects or other reproductive harm. (S G-30) The rotating p arts of th[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-4 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Al ways rea d care f u ll y an d comp l y f u ll y w ith th e manu f ac t urers i ns t ruc ti ons w h en handling oil, solvent s , cleansers, and a ny other chemical agen t. (SG-22) KEEP A WA Y FROM ROT A TING ELEMENTS to prevent en tanglement and possible serious injury or death.[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-5 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices DO NOT operate this Implement on a T ractor that is not properly maintai ned. Should a mechanical or T racto r control fa ilure occur w hile operating, imme diately shut down the T r actor and perform repairs befor e resuming o[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-6 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY This Implement is wider than th e Tracto r . Be careful when operating or transporting this equipment to pr event the Implement fr om running in to or striking sign post s , guard rails, concrete abutment s or other solid object s. Such an impact cou ld cause the Imp lement and T [...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-7 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Never allow children to operate, ride on , or come close to the T r actor or Implement. Usually , 16-17 year-o ld children who are mature and respon sible can operate the imple ment with adult supervision , if they have read and underst and the Operator’s Manuals, been tra ined [...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-8 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY I n case o f mec hi nca l diffi cu lt y d ur i ng opera ti on, p l ace th e t ransm i ss i on i n th e par k pos iti on, se t the par king brake, shut down all power , including the PT O and the engine and remove the key . W ait until all rotating mo tion has stop before dismounti[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-9 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY M any var i e d o bj ects, suc h as w i re, ca bl e, rope, o r c h a i ns, can b ecome e ntang l e d i n t h e operat i ng part s of the mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazar dous and[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-10 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Do not operator or pull the mower into st anding water . When uplift or fan type mower blad es contact water th ey can be seve rely deflecte d downward causing possible failure of bl ade resulting in serious boldly injury to the op erator or bystander s. (SGM-15) Use extreme caut[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-11 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Connecting or Di sconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and Prac- tices Do not turn so sharp or lift mowe r so high to produce a severe "knocking" of the Driveline which will cause accelerated wear and br eakage of drive train components and could result in possible [...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-12 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Inst ructions and Practices Be particularly careful when transp orting the Implement with the T ractor . Turn curves or go up hills only at a low speed and using a gradual steering angle. Rear mounted implements m ove the center of g ravity to the rea r and r[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-13 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY T ransport only at safe speeds. Ser ious accident s and injuries can resu lt from operating this equipment at unsafe sp eeds. Understand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before tr ansporting on street s and highwa ys. Make sure th e T ractor steering and brak es are i[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-14 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Saf ety Instructions and Practices Y our driving vision may be reduced o r impaired by the tractor , cab , or impl ement. Before driving on public roadways identify any limited vision areas, and make adjustment s to your opera ting position, mirrors, and t[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-15 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Never attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material fr om the Implement while it is in motion or while tractor engine is ru nning. Make sure the tr actor engine is of f before working on the Implement. (SG-20) Periodically inspect all moving part s fo r wear and replace when n[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-16 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY S torage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices Concluding Safety In structions and Practices PA R T S I N F O R M AT I O N Rhino mowers use bala nced and matched system component s for blad e carriers, blades, cuttershaf ts, knives, knife hangers, roll ers, drivetrain com[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-17 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Location 3 POINT LIFT MOWER NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe o peration. Damage to the d ecals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Rhino care s about the safety of its customers, operators, and bystanders, and will replace [...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-18 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 00773723 1 PELIGRO Rotating Driveline T r anslation 2. 00769736 1 WARNING Use/Repair Shields & Guards 3. 00725746 1 PELIGRO Get Safety T ranslated 4. 00760657 1 IMPORT ANT Genuine Parts, Rhino Rotary 5. 00763977 1 INSTRU CT Notice to Own[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-19 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY PULL TYPE MOWER NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promot e safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur wh ile in shipping, use, or reconditio ning. Rhino cares ab out the safety of its customers, operators, and bystanders, and will replace the safety decals[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-20 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 00773723 1 PELIGRO Rotating Driveline T r anslation 2. 00769736 1 WARNING Use/Repair Shields & Guards 3. 00725746 1 PELIGRO Get Safety T ranslated 4. 00760657 1 IMPORT ANT Genuine Parts, Rhino Rotary 5. 00763977 1 INSTRU CT Notice to Own[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-21 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Description PELIGRO! S panish T ranslati on for Driveline Safety P/N 00773723 DANGER! Maintain shield s and de flectors in good condition. Failure to do so may lead to injury or even death. P/N 00769736 Peligro T ranslation, If you do not know how to read English, please fi[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-22 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Operator's Manu al (with repair part s) and warranty was attached to this implement during fina l inspection. P/N 00763977 DANGER! Make certain that drivelin es are correct length and are se curely att ached. P/N 00756494 DANGER! Keep Away Thrown Object s. P/N 00769737 DANGE[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-23 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY W ARNING! Never u se your hand to check for oil leaks. Always use paper or cardb oard. P/N 00756059 Logo Product Name: Rhino P/N D302 Attention! Do not operate un til all s lip clutches are properly adjust an d are not frozen. P/N 00763613 W ARNING! Avoid Bodily Injury , Use 540R[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-24 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY IMPORT ANT! Required For Jackshaft Unit. Suggested for standa rd shaft. P/N D102 P/N D303 Logo Produc t Name: Rhin o SE6 Logo P/N 0901000010 P/N 2738332 Red Reflectors[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-25 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DANGER! Guar d Missing Do Not Operat e. P/N 00756004 DANGER! Rotating Driveline Keep Away , Contact can cause death. P/N 00756005[...]

SAFETY SE6 05/05 Safety Section 1-26 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intend ed to explain in broad te rms the concep t and effect of federal laws and regula tions concerning emplo yer and employe e equipment oper at ors. This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the law an d should not b[...]

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Introduction Section 2-1 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION SECTION[...]

INTRODUCTION SE5 05/05 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Rotary Mower is designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled worker s. Proper assembly , maintenance, and ope rating practices, as described in this manual, will help t he owner/operator get years of satisfactory service from the machine. Th[...]

INTRODUCTION SE5 05/05 Introduction Section 2-3 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Y our RHINO SE6 mower is d esigned for light-duty cutting such as p asture mowing, we ed and grass control, and cutting brush up to 1" in diam eter . With a reasonable amount of preventive maintenance, your Mower will provide years of depen dable service.[...]

INTRODUCTION SE5 05/05 Introduction Section 2-4 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Attention Owner/Operator BEFORE OPERA TING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator’s Manual, comp letely underst and the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implement. 2. Fill out the Warranty Card in fu [...]

Assembly Section 3-1 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y SECTION[...]

ASSEMBLY SE6 05/05 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y DEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONS Set up mower as receive d from fa ctory with these ins tructions. This mower is shipped partially as sembled. Assembly will be easier if components are aligned and loosely assembled before tighten ing hardware. Refer to bolt torq ue chart in Ma int[...]

ASSEMBLY SE6 05/05 Assembly Section 3-3 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y A-FRAME INST ALLA TION (FIGURE Asm-R-0075). 1. Attach the Right and Lef t Hitch Ears (1 & 2) to the Mainframe with eight M12 x 40 bolts (3), ret ain with Flatwasher s (5), and Nut s (6). 2. Attach the A-F rame Bars (7) to the r ight and lef t Hitch Ears (1 & 2) with[...]

ASSEMBLY SE6 05/05 Assembly Section 3-4 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y T AIL WHEEL INST ALLA TION (FIGURE Asm-R-0076). 1. Attach th e Gauge Whee l Mount W eldment (1) to the Mainframe with four M14 x 35 Bolts (3 ), and Nut s (4). 2. Align T ail Wheel Beam W eldment (5) between pivot brackets located behind gearbox mount on the Mainframe Weldme[...]

ASSEMBLY SE6 05/05 Assembly Section 3-5 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y T ONGUE ASSEMBL Y PULL-TYPE MOWER (FIGURE Asm-R-0077) T o assemble the mower’s tongue, follow the procedures listed below . Note: Certain assembly steps may have been performed by the ma nufacturer before delivery . 1. Securely block the mower 12 -18” of f the ground. 2[...]

ASSEMBLY SE6 05/05 Assembly Section 3-6 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y T AIL WHEEL- ASSEMBL Y PULL-TYPE MOWER (FIGURE Asm-R-0078) T o assemble the Mower ’s T ail Wheels, follow the procedur es listed below . Note: Cert ain assembly steps may have been performed by the manu facturer before deliver y . 1. Securely block the mower 12 -18” of [...]

ASSEMBLY SE6 05/05 Assembly Section 3-7 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y SHEAR BOL T or SLIP CLUT CH DR IVELINE INST ALLA TION Attach rear driveline of U-Joint to input Shaft on gearbox, install Snap Ring in groove on Input Shaf t. NOTE : Check that Snap Ring is properly seated in groove. This Snap Ring ret ains Drive line when shear bo lt shear[...]

ASSEMBLY SE6 05/05 Assembly Section 3-8 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y Front and Rear Deflectors (St andard Equipment) Deflectors: Front and Rear Deflectors (S tandard Equipment) are recommended for the average user and will provide protection from thro wn objects with proper op er ation under normal conditio ns. Deflectors must be mainta ined[...]

ASSEMBLY SE6 05/05 Assembly Section 3-9 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y CHAIN GUARDS (Optiona l Equipment at extra cost) (Figures Asm-R-0081 & Asm-R-0082) CHAIN GUARDS: Front and Rear Chain Guards (Optional Equipmen t) are recommended for hi gher than normal usage (100 hou rs or more per year) and will provide prot ection from thrown object[...]

ASSEMBLY SE6 05/05 Assembly Section 3-10 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y CHECK CHAINS (Extra Equipment) - FIGURE As m-R-0083 Check chains are a vailable for att achment to fron t of cu tter as an accessory . Check chains a re used to control cut height and especially allows cutter to always be lowered to the same preset cut height. Drill a 1 1/[...]

ASSEMBLY SE6 05/05 Assembly Section 3-11 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y OFFSET ADAPTER HITCH (EXTRA EQ UIPMENT) (Figure Asm-R-0084) Fasten the Offset Adapter T ube to the three-Point Lift Lugs using the hitch Pin Holes. Fasten th e Adjustabl e Leg to the rig ht Lug to of fset the Mowe r to the right. Fasten the Adjustable Leg to the lef t Lug [...]

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Operation Sectio n 4-1 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION SECTION[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-2 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION RHINO SE6 ROT AR Y MOWER OPERA TION INSTRUCTIONS Rhino SE6 rotary mowers are manufac tured with quality material by sk illed workers. These mowers are designed to cut gr ass, weeds, small brush and other veg etative mate rial up to 1” diamete r in areas such as pastures[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-3 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION S t andard Equipment and Specifications SE6 Horsepower Required 30-50 HP Cutting Capacity (Max.) 1” Cutting Height 1-7/8” Min. Safety Deflector S td. Cutting Width 72” Overall Length 107-3/4” Weight (Approx.) 728 lbs Hitch CA T I (lift), Clevis (pull) Blade Carri[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-4 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1. OPERA TOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualifi ed operator . A qualified operator ha s read and understands th e implement and tractor Ope rator ’s Ma nua ls and is experienced in implement and tractor operation and all associate[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-5 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 2. TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power capacity to lift, pull, and operate the Power T ake Off (P T O) at the mower ’s rated speed while traveling at a ground speed betwee n 2 and 5 MPH. Operating the mower with a tracto r th[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-6 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2.3 T ractor Horsepower The power re quired to opera te a mower is determ ined by the trac tor PT O horsepow er . For most mow ing conditions, the SE5 mower requires a tractor with at leas t 20 HP . Operating the mower with a tracto r that does not have adequate power may[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-7 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 2.5 Front End Weight A minimum of 20% total tracto r weight must be maint ained on the tractor front end at all times. Front end weight is critical to mainta in steering control and to preven t the tracto r fr om rearing up while dr iving. If the front end is too light, [...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-8 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2.7 Power T ake Off (PTO) Depending on th e unit, the mower is designed to operate at a PTO spee d of 540 or 1000 RPM. Mo st tractors operate at either 540, or a combina tion of 540 and 1000 RPM P T O speeds. The operating speed of the mower and tractor ca n be determined[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-9 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3.1 Boarding the T ractor Use both hands and equ ipped handrails and step s for supp or t when boarding the tr actor . Never use control levers for suppor t when mounting the tractor . Seat your self in the operator’s seat and secure th e seat belt around you. Never al[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-10 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 4. ST ARTING THE TRACTOR The operat or must have a co mplete under standing of the place ment, funct ion, and opera tional use of all tractor cont rols before starting the tractor . Review the tractor operator ’s manu al and consult an a uthorized dealer for tractor op[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-11 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 5.1 Connecting the Mower-Lif t T ype 1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with th e correct PT O shaft. Change shaf ts if needed .. 2. Shorten or r emove the tracto r drawbar to avoid interf erence when ra ising and loweri ng the mower . 3. Board the tractor an d start [...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-12 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 5.2 Connecting the Mower-Pull T ype 1. Make sure the tract or is equipped with the correct PTO shaft and the drawbar is extended 14” from th e PT O shaft end. 2. Block the mower wh eels in place and use the attached parking jack to raise or lower the tongue clevis to t[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-13 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.1 Setting Mower Height- Lift T ype 1. Park the tractor and mowe r on level ground. 2. Using the 3-point hitch control lever , position the front of the mower with th e side skids 1” less off the ground than desired cut h eight. For example , for a 3” cut, position[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-14 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8. Extend the tr actor ’s top 3-point link so that when lifting the mower , the front of the deck will raise 2 to 2½" befo re the tail wheel leaves the ground. This will allow the mower to follow the contour of une ven terrain.. Note: Install optional check chain[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-15 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.3 Setting Deck Pitch T o facilitate safe and efficient operation, the mower should be operated with the deck appr oximately 3/4” LOWER IN THE FR ONT THAN THE REAR. Setting Deck Pitch-Lif t T y pe 1. Lower th e mower until t he rear of th e mower is resting securely [...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-16 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.1 Driveline Length Check When fitting the mower to the tractor , the telescoping driveline must be inspecte d to ensure that at it s most compressed position, the profiles do not “bottom out” , and when a t its farthest extended po sition, there is suff icient enga[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-17 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Shorten the driveline profiles as follows : • Remove the driveline from the tractor . • Position the mower (Lift T ype - Raise and lower/ Pull T ype - T urn sharply) to the point with the shortest distance between the tractor PTO shaft and cutter gea rbox. Shut do w[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-18 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Periodically inspect all moving part s fo r wear and replace when necessar y with authorized service part s. Look for loose fastener s, worn or broken p arts, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins have cotter pins and wa shers. Serious injury may occur f rom no[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-19 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION The operator’s manual and deca ls affixed on the unit contai n importan t instructions on the safe a nd proper use of the equipment. Maint ain these importan t safety features on the implement in go od condition to ensure the information is available to the operat or [...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-20 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not limited to) - the Deflectors , Chain Guards, S teel Guards, Ge arbox Shields, PTO integral shields, and Retractable Door Shields should be u sed and mainta ined in good working conditio n. All safety device[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-21 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION • Inspect the gearbox oil leve l. A low oil level is a warning sign that the ge arbox may be cracked or its se al is damaged and needs replacement. • Ensure the gearbox vent is in place an d free from clog s. OPS-R-0040 • Inspect blades and blade bo lts for loosen[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-22 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8.3 C utting C omponent Inspection Inspect blade p an and blade assembly for the fo llowing: OPS-U-0031 Inspect the Blades daily for abn ormal wear . REPLACE BOTH BLADE S on that carrier IMMEDIA TEL Y if either blade has: • Become bent or deformed from it’ s original[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-23 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport requ ires the operator p ossess a thorough knowledg e of the model be ing operated an d precautions to t ake while driving with an atta ched implem ent. Ensure the tractor has the cap acity to handle the weight[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-24 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.1 St arting the T ractor The procedure to st art the tractor is model specific. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for st arting procedures for your p articular tractor . Consult an authorized dealer if the st arting procedure is unclear . Ensure the 3-point cont[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-25 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.3 Raising the Mow er Using the tractor 3-point hi tch control lever , raise the mower off the gro und about 6” , or just high enough to cle ar any gro und obst acles. When raising the mower , make su re all connectio n points are secure ly attached and at least 1”[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-26 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines When crossing ditches with steep banks or going up sharp inclines, it is possib le that the main driveline inner pr ofile will penetrate into the outer housing to its maximu m depth until the assembly becomes solid (driveline is at[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-27 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Inclines and ditches should be app roached along a line which is at an an gle as shown. Thi s type of path will reduce the possib ility of over-collapse of the driveline and re sulting damage . If the gradient is so steep that such as approach increa ses the possibility[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-28 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION M any var i e d o bj ec t s, suc h as w i re, ca bl e, rope, o r c h a i ns, can b ecome e n t ang l e d i n th e opera ti ng part s of the mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely h[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-29 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Rotary Mowers are ca pable unde r adverse conditions of throwing objects for great dist ances (100 yards o r more) and cau sing serious injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 100 Y ARDS UNLESS: -Front and Rear Deflectors[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-30 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.4 PTO RPM and Ground S peed Ground speed for mowing will depend upon the height, type , and density of vege tation to be cut. Recommend ed speed for efficient mower pe rformance is be tween 2 and 5 mph. Operate the mower at its full rated PT O speed to maint ain blade[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-31 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Do not mow with two machines in the s ame ar ea except with Cab tractors with the windows closed. (SGM-1 1) Mow only in conditions where you have clear visib ility in daylight or with ade quate artificial lighting. Never mow in darkness or foggy conditions wher e you ca[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-32 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Do not let the Blades turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any reason, including clea rance or f or turning. R a ising the Mower deck exposes the Cutting Blades which creates a potentially se rious hazard and could cause serious injury or even death from object s throw[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-33 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Do not mow , or drive the tractor into, material that is burning, or areas that re cently burnt and may contain ho t spots. Burning material, sparks, and coals could be thr own from the m ower to areas of vege tation that might ignite. T ire damage can occur when drivin[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-34 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Never stan d or allow an other person to stand between a running T ractor and the Mower when disconnecting the Implement from the T ractor 3-point hitch. 1 1. DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR Before disconnectin g the mower , the PTO must be disengaged an d blade[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-35 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION L ift-T ype Mower - T o disconnect the mower , first e xtend the tractor 3-point hitch top link to remove t ension on the top link hitch pin. When the p in is l oose and ea sy to rotate, remove the pin from the m ower . Next remove both lower hitch pins. P ull-T y pe Mo[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-36 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 12. MOWER STORAGE Properly prep aring and storing th e mower at the end of the season is critical to maintaining it s appearance and to help ensure years of de pendable service. The following ar e suggested stora ge procedures: • Thoroughly clean all debr is off the mo[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-37 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Before transporting th e tractor and mower , idle the tractor engine, disengag e the PT O and wait for all mower moving parts to come to a complete stop. Once all mower part s are completely stopped, raise the mower to transport height. NOTE: When raising the mower , ma[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-38 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The SMV (Slow-Mo ving V ehicle) em blem is universal symbol used to alert drivers of the presence of equipment tra veling on roadways at a slow speed. SMV signs are a trian gular bright orange with reflective r ed trim for both easy day and night visibility . Ma ke sure [...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-39 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Reduce spee d before turn ing or applying the brakes. Ensure that both brake p edals are locked together when operating on pub lic roads. OPS-U- 0023 13.2 Hauling the T ractor and Implement Before transporting a loaded tractor an d implement, measure the height and widt[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-40 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Arrange the chain s so that when tighten ed, the chains are pulling downward and again st themselves. Carefully ti ghten the secu ring chains or other fasteners used as much as possible using boomers or binders to apply ma ximum tension. Use extreme care when att aching [...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-41 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Remedy Excessive Vibration Check Gearbox Bolt s T ighten if loose. Check for loose nut s on TIghten if loose. bladeholder and blade s. Check for bent output shaf t . Replace shaf t if bent. If shaft is bent, oil will norm[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-42 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Blade Bolts W orking Loose Bolts not ti ghtened. T ighten Bolts to 300 f t./lbs. Bolt hole elongated or oversized. Replace Blade Carrier . Locknut worn out. Replace Locknut. Gearbox Noisy Low Lubricant. Check lubricant level. Rough gears. Run in or change Gear s. Worn Be[...]

OPERATION SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-43 © 2005 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Shear Pin Shears T ractor P T O not being run at Run at 540 RPM. Excessively 540 RPM. Heavy Material. Reduce ground speed. Raise cutting height. Not using proper pin. Replace only with recommended shear pin. PT O engaged at high engin e RPM Idle engine to engage PT O Cu[...]

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MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Before operat ing your Rotary Cutter , make sure it is properly lubricated and thor oughly inspected. On ly a minimum of time and effo rt is required to regularly lub r icate and maint ain this machine to pr ovide long life and trouble free oper ation. Always disenga[...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-3 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX The gearbox should be full (18 ounces) .54 lite rs and not require addition al lubricant unless the box is cracked or a seal is lea king. It is recommended that the 1/8 " oil level check p lug (Figure Mnt-R- 0091) be removed to check oil level af ter eve[...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE DRIVELINE LUBRICA TION Grease Fittings are located on the Cross Asse mbly of each U-Joint and on the telescoping tubes. Grease the U-Joint af ter each 8 hours of use. Figure MntP-R-0021 . Do not force grease through the Needle C up Assemb lies. Grease the telescoping[...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-5 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SHEAR PIN YOKE LUBRICA TION Y oke is supplied with a grease fitting to lube betweeen gearbox sha ft and yoke. T his allows yoke to spin freely on gearbox shaft when pin shears. Failure to lube may cause yoke to gall and spin weld to shaf t. Small amount of grease add[...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-6 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Use only original equipment blades on this cutter . They are made of special heat-treated alloy steel. Substitute blades may no t me et specifications and m ay fail in a hazardou s manner that could cause injury . BLADE SHARPENING IMPORT ANT! When sharpening blades, [...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-7 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE CARRIER REMOV AL Remove cotter pin and loosen slo tted nut on gearbox s haf t. Loosen but do not r emove the nut u ntil the blade carrier is loosened. Use a su itable 2 ja w gear puller to pull ca rrier of f taper ed gearbox shaf t. If gear puller is not availa[...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-8 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SLIP CLUTCH A slip clutch is incorporated in the P TO driveline. It is designed to slip, absorb the shock load, and protect the driveline. After the first hou r of operation, the slip clutch should be check ed for overhe ating. After this first check, th e slip clutc[...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-9 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SEASONAL CLUT CH MAINTENANCE It is important that the clutch lining plates slip when an obst acle or load heavier than the clu tch setting is encountered. Ther efore, if the machine sit s out side longer than 30 days and is expo sed to rain and/or h umid air it is im[...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-10 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE MOWER ST ORAGE Y our rot ary cutter repr esents an investment from which you should get the greatest po ssible benefit. Therefore, when the sea son is over , the cutter should be thoroughly checked and prep ared for stora ge so that a minimum amount of work will be [...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-11 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX SER VICING TOOLS NEEDED FOR DISASSEMBL Y AND ASSEMBL Y OF GEARBOX 1. Slide Hammer Puller 2. Locktite #5900 3. Punch - Long Drif t 4. Needle Nose Pliers 5. Screw Driver 6. External Sn ap Ring Pliers 7. Socket Wrench 8. 9/16 So cket 9. Ball Pin Hammer 10. Pry [...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-12 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX DISASSEMBL Y (Figure Mnt-R-0083) 1. Remove 6 capscrews (Ref .#16) from input shaft bearin g housing ( Ref. #13). 2. T ap around circumference of bearing housing (Ref . #13) to loosen housing a nd shims. Then pull complete shaft (Re f. #9) and housing assembl[...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-13 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE INPUT SHAFT DISASSEMBL Y AND ASSEMBL Y (Figure Mnt-R-0084) 1. Remove retaining ring (Ref. #1 1) if it is used, and then remove bearing housing (Ref. #13 ) by holding end of shaf t which does not have a cross hole or splines and t ap opposite end of shaft on a solid [...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-14 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE DISASSEMBL Y OUTPUT SHAF T (Figure Mnt-R-0085) 1. Install slotted nut (Ref 19, Figure Mnt-R-0083 , 5-1 1 ) onto shaft and then ta p shaft end on a solid surface to remove lower bearin g and spacer . 2. Remove retainin g ring (Ref #7) and th en repeat above proc edur[...]

MAINTENANCE SE6 05/05 Maintenance Section 5-15 © 2005 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX INPUT SHAFT REAR BEARING Remove bearin g (Ref. #8 Figure Mnt-R-0083 ) from inside main hous ing. A special slide hammer puller (PROTO No . 4056) or equal ma y be required to remove bearing. Pre ss in new bearing using a driving tube or pipe with ap proximate[...]

SER VIS-RHINO LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRA NTIES 1.01. Servis-Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or municipal purc haser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial pur chaser (“ Purchaser”) that the goods purch ased are free from def[...]

T O THE OWNER/OPERA TOR/DEALER In addition to the standard Lim ited W arranty shown on the facing page, Servis-Rhino also provides: 1.) A FIVE-YEAR (60 months ) LIMITED WARRANTY* on GEARBOX component s provide d they have been properly maint ained† an d have not been subjected to abuse or mis-use except as limited below . * W ARRANTY LIMIT A TION[...]

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SERVIS-RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave. Gibson City, IL 60936-9907 Please fold (do not tear), tape, and drop in any mailbox. PLEASE FILL OUT OWNER W ARRANTY REGISTRA TION INFORMA TION SIGN, AND DROP LAST COPY IN ANY MAILBOX. IMPOR T ANT! T O PLACE THIS W ARRANTY IN EFFECT , THIS W ARRANTY REGISTRA TION MUST BE FILLED OUT , SIGNED, AND MAILED WITHIN 3[...]

• I have informed the Purchaser of this product of W arranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable, reviewed the contents of the Operator ’ s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation, and maintenance, reviewed the Safety Signs on implement (and tractor if possible), shown the AEM Mower Safety Practices V ideo, and revie[...]

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• I have informed the Purchaser of this product of W arranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable, reviewed the contents of the Operator ’ s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation, and maintenance, reviewed the Safety Signs on implement (and tractor if possible), shown the AEM Mower Safety Practices V ideo, and revie[...]

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• I have informed the Purchaser of this product of W arranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable, reviewed the contents of the Operator ’ s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation, and maintenance, reviewed the Safety Signs on implement (and tractor if possible), shown the AEM Mower Safety Practices V ideo, and revie[...]