Servis-Rhino BOOM ROTARY MOWER 2160 manual

© 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SER VIS 2160 Published 06/1 1 Part No. 00765708C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon A ve. Gibson City , IL 60936 800-446-5158 Email: parts@servis-rhino.com BOOM ROT AR Y MOWER This Operator' s Manual is an integral p art of the safe operation of this machine and must be maint ained with the un it at all t[...]

T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer This Operator's Manual is an integral p art of the safe operation o f this machine and must be maint ained with the implement at a ll times. A Ma nual canister is provided on the implement where this manu al can be properly stored. If you lose or damage this ma nual a free replacement manual ca n be obtained fr om[...]

In order to r educe accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, in cooperation with other industr y manufacturers has develope d the AEM/FEMA Industrial and Ag ricultural Mower Safety Practices video an d guide book. The video will familiarize and instruct mower-tractor operators in safe practices when using industr[...]

Alamo Group Ag. Division will provide one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices Vi deo Please Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FE MA Mower Operator Safety V ideo DVD Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety V ideo Mower Operator ’ s Manual AEM Mower Operator ’ s Safety Manual Requester Name:___________ ______________________Phone:_________________________[...]

DEALER to CUST OMER Pre-Delivery / Operation Instructions Dealer should inform the Pu rchaser of this product of Warr anty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable. Dealer should al so inform the Purchaser to review the cont ents of t he Operat or ’s Manual inclu ding safety equipment, safe oper ation and maintenance, to r e view the[...]

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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ........ ................................. .......................................................... ........... 1- 1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION S AND PRACTICES ........ ................ .................... ................ ................ ..... 1-2 Operator Safety .................. ................ ...........[...]

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SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-2 © 201 1 A lamo Group Inc. SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRU CTIONS AND PRACTICES A careful operator is the best operator . Safety is of primary impor tance to the manufactu rer and should be to the owner/operator . Most accidents can be avoid ed by being aware of your equipment, you r surroundings, and observing cer[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-3 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Operator Safety TO A VOID SERI OUS INJUR Y OR DEA TH DO THE FOLLOW ING: • READ, UNDERST AND 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 [...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-4 © 201 1 A lamo Group Inc. SAFETY CRUSHING HAZARDS TO A VOID SERIOU S INJURY OR DEA TH FROM F ALLING OFF TRACTOR, EQUIPMENT RUN OVER, ROLLOVER AND CRUSHING BY F ALLING WING OR IMPLEMENT : • USE ROPS and SEA T BEL T equipped tractors for mowing operations. • KEEP ROPS lock in up position. • AL W A YS BUCKLE[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-5 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY TO A VOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA TH FROM BEING CRUSHED BY TRACTOR OR IMPLEMENT : WHEN connecting mower head to the bo om : • KEEP BYST ANDERS A W A Y from tractor and mower . • Ensure there is e nough room to li ft a nd swing the boo[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-6 © 201 1 A lamo Group Inc. SAFETY THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS ROT ARY MOWERS CAN THROW OBJECTS 300 FEET OR MORE UNDER ADVERSE CONDITIONS. TO A VOID SERIOUS INJUR Y OR DEA T H TO OPERA TOR OR BYST ANDERS FROM THROWN OBJECTS: • KEEP bystanders 300 feet away STOP MOWING IF P A SSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 FEET UNLESS: • A[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-7 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY THROWN OBJECTS HA ZARDS (Continued) MOWER OPERA TION: • DO NOT e xceed mower' s rated Cutting Capacity or cut non- vegetative material. • USE ENCLOSED TRACTOR CABS when two or more mowers ar e operating in mowing area. • Do Not mow in areas where bees or insects may att[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-8 © 201 1 A lamo Group Inc. SAFETY RUN OVER HAZARDS TO A VOID SERIOUS INJUR Y OR DEA TH FROM F A LLING OFF TRACTOR OR EQUIPMENT RUN OVER: • USE ROPS and SEA T BEL T equipped tractors for mowing operations. • KEEP ROPS locked in UP position. • ONL Y star t tractor while seated in tractor seat. • AL W A YS [...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-9 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY PTO ENT ANGLEMENT HAZARDS KEEP A W A Y FROM ROT A TING DRIVELINES AND ELEMENTS TO A VOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA TH: ST A Y A W A Y and KEEP hands, feet and bod y AWA Y from rot ating bl ades, drivelines and parts until all moving elements ha ve stopped. • STOP , LO OK and LISTEN [...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-10 © 201 1 A lamo Group Inc. SAFETY MOWER BLADE CONT ACT HAZARDS KEEP A W A Y FROM ROT A TING BLADES TO A VOID SERIOUS INJUR Y OR DEA TH FROM BLADE CONT ACT : • S T AY AW AY and KEEP HANDS, FEET and BODY A W A Y from rot ating blades, drivel ines and part s until all moving elements have stopped. • DO NOT put[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARD TO A VOID SERIOUS INJUR Y OR DEA TH FROM HIGH PRESSURE HYDRAULIC OIL LEAKS PENERA TING SKIN: • DO NOT OPERA TE equipment with oi l or fuel leaks. • KEEP all hydraulic hoses, lines and connection s in GOOD CONDITION and TIGHT before applying syste[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-12 © 201 1 A lamo Group Inc. SAFETY ELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDS TO A VOID SERIOUS INJUR Y OR DEA TH FROM ELECTRICAL CONT ACT WHEN WORKING AROUND ELECTRICAL POWER LI NES, GAS LINES AND UTILITY LINES : • INSPECT mowing area for overhe ad or underground el ectrical power lines, obstructions, gas lines, cables an[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-13 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY TRANSPORTING HAZARDS TO A VOID SERIOUS INJUR Y AND DEA T H 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 veh[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-14 © 201 1 A lamo Group Inc. SAFETY HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT A VOID SERIO US INJUR Y OR DEA TH FROM COMPONENT F AILURE BY KEEPING IMPLEME NT IN GOOD OPERA TING CONDITION IN PERFORMI NG PROPER SERVICE, REP AIRS AND MAINTENANCE. BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE, REP AIRS AND MAINTENANCE ON THE IMPLEMEN T : ?[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-15 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY PA R T S I N F O R M AT I O N Decal Location NOTE: Rhino supplies safety deca ls on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, us e, or reconditio ning. Rhino c ares about t he safety of its custom ers, operat ors, and bystanders, an[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-16 © 201 1 A lamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 03200347 1 REFLECT SMV 2. D681 1 INSTRUCT Boom Mower Safety Booklet 3. D644 1 INSTRUCT Blue Dot Decal 4. D645 1 INSTRUCT Red Dot Decal 5. 007760 31 1 ----------- ---- Manual Canist er 6. 00765708C 1 ---------- ----- Rear Mount Oper ator [...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-17 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. D636 1 IMPORT ANT Do Not Operate PT O in OFF 2. D388 1 DANGER Boom Multi-Hazard 3. D630 1 IMPORT ANT Service Hydraulic System 4. D617 1 DANGER Hydraulic Oil Hazard 5. D616 1 DANGER Multi-Ha zard 6. D670 1 INSTRUCT Lubric ation Chart 7. D63[...]

SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-18 © 201 1 A lamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1. D626 2 W ARNING Thrown Object Hazard 2. D561 1 W ARNING Use Genuine Rhino Parts 3. D565 1 DANGER Crush ing Hazard 4. D666 1 lNSTRUCT Lubrication Chart 5. D619 1 W ARNING Blade Rotation 6. D395 1 W ARNING Blade T orque 7. D621 1 IMPOR T [...]

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SAFETY 2160 07/11 Safety Section 1-27 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Federal Laws and Re gulations This section is intended to explain in broad terms the conc ept and effect of federal laws and regulations concern ing employer and employee eq uipment operators. Thi s section is not i ntended as a legal interpre tation of the law and should not be [...]

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2 Contents Acknowledgment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Forewor d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Alerts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 A W ord T o The User/Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 The Industrial/Agri[...]

3 Safety Aler ts Symbol This Safety Alert Symbol means: “A TTENTION! ST A Y ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOL VED!” 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 me[...]

4 Industrial/Agricultural Mower T ypes Mowers are used for pastur e clipping, crop r esidue shredding, heavy brush cutting, waterways, right-of- ways, roadside or highway mowing. Also, these mowers are used for cutting grass and other gr owth in public areas such as parks and cemeteries. The Industrial/Agricultural Mower Sickle Bar Flail Rotary Boo[...]

5 Follow A Safety Program Protect Y ourself W ear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions. Y ou must AL WA YS wear safety glasses with side shields. Y ou may also need: — Hard hat — Safety shoes — Safety goggles or face shield — Heavy gloves — Hearing protection ?[...]

6 Follow A Safety Program Avoid Injury Fr om Raised Equipment Avoid possible crushing injury fr om 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 wi[...]

7 Follow A Safety Program Be Alert! Know where to get assistance. Know how to use a  rst aid kit and  re extinguisher/ r e suppression system. Be Awar e! T ake advantage of training programs of fered. Be Careful! Human error is caused by many factors: car elessness, fatigue, overload, preoccupation, unfamiliarity of operator with the machi[...]

8 Follow A Safety Program Some Rules Y ou 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 ar e not quali ed to operate this equipment. — Do not allow any riders. — Use three-point contact (handholds and steps) [...]

9 Prepare For Safe Operation Check The Mower And T ractor Equipment Before beginning your work day inspect the machine and have all systems in good operational condition. WARNING! Pr event possible crushing injury from falling equipment. Hydraulic system or part failure could cause unsupported equipment to fall. Do not go under raised equipment unl[...]

10 Prepare For Safe Operation Know The W ork Area Before you operate the mower thor oughly inspect the work area. W alk ar ound the area and inspect the surfaces you will travel on when using the mower . Locate and avoid: — Holes — Drop-of fs — Obstacles (stumps) — Excavations — Standing water Look for debris and obstacles by walking the [...]

11 Prepare For Safe Operation T ractor And Mower Controls Safety T est Start the tractor following the speci c pr ocedures in the manufacturer’ s operator’ s manual. These procedur es normally include: — Fasten and adjust seat belt on your ROPS-equipped tractor . — Check parking brake for engagement. — Check PTO disengagement. — Chec[...]

12 Prepare For Safe Operation Hitching Mower T o T ractor 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 procedur es to those operators who cannot read. — Front-[...]

13 Star t Safely Make The Right Start Mow only in daylight or good arti cial light conditions. Avoid serious injury or death fr om mower -thr own objects or blade contact: — Keep chain shields,  exible or solid de ector shields or dischar ge chutes in place and in good repair . — Keep bystanders at least 300 ft (92 m) from mowing opera[...]

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 befor e 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  [...]

15 Operate Safely Under Mount Mower Safety Practices When mowing with an under mount mower: — Keep removable dischar ge chute in place and over dischar ge 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 d[...]

16 Operate Safely Wing And Side Mount Mowers Safety Practices Raised wing positions reduce shielding pr otection and increases the thr own object and blade contact hazard risks. Avoid possible serious injury or death by thr own objects or blade contact from raising and lowering wings during mowing operations: — Do not mow with bystanders within 3[...]

17 Uneven T errain Mowing Safety Practices (continued) — Use extreme car e 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. — Mak[...]

18 Parking Safety Practices — Use designated or out-of-traf c areas. — Use  rm level gr ound 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, Pr oper Equipment Shut Down Practices. ) Sloping ground pa[...]

19 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 contr ols. — Use handholds and steps during dismount. — Face machine and use three-point contact (2 hands and 1 foot or 2 feet and 1 hand). [...]

20 Per for m Maintenance Safely Prepar e Y ourself W ear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions. Y ou must AL WA YS wear safety glasses with side shields. Y ou may also need: — Hard hat — Safety shoes — Safety glasses, goggles or face shield — Apron and gloves — H[...]

21 Per for m Maintenance Safely Prepar e The Machine Stored ener gy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, etc.) must be controlled or reduced to a practical minimum befor e performing any maintenance, repair or service pr ocedures. Safety practices to prevent potential injuries fr om energy-releasing sour ces: ?[...]

22 Per for m Maintenance Safely Per for m Maintenance Safely Use Proper V entilation If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, remove the exhaust fumes fr om 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! Pr event possible[...]

23 Hydraulic System Hazards The hydraulic system is under pressur e whenever the engine is operating and may hold pressur e even after the engine is shut off. Cycle all hydraulic contr ols including the auxiliary hydraulic control after the engine is shut down. Relieve trapped pressur e in the lines after the attachments are shut down and r esting [...]

24 Avoid Explosion WARNING! A void possible serious injury from explosion. Lead-acid batteries produce extr emely explosive gases especially when being char ged. 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[...]

25 Tire And Wheel Maintenance (continued) WARNING! The types of wheels and tir es usually found on this equipment requir e special care when servicing to prevent death or serious injury . Do not in ate the tir es above the recommended pressur e. Be sure to r eplace tire ballast if equipped. See manufacturer’ s speci cations for ballast requ[...]

26 Per for m Maintenance Safely Mower Blade Maintenance (continued) — How are mower blades made? Mower blades are made of high str ength alloy spring steel. They are hot-for ged and shaped to meet the manufacturer’ s individual speci cations, then heat treated and temper ed to a high strength, ductile state to reduce the possibility of br ea[...]

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2 Este manual de seguridad está destinado a señalar algunas de las situaciones de seguridad básicas que pueden sur gir 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 cés[...]

3 Aler tas de seguridad Símbolo Este símbolo de alerta de seguridad signi ca: “¡A TENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERT A! ¡SU SEGURIDAD EST Á EN RIESGO!” El símbolo de alerta de seguridad identi ca mensajes de seguridad importantes sobre el equipo, sobr e letrer os de seguridad, en manuales u otros lugar es. Cuando vea este símbolo, mant?[...]

4 Tipos de cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura Las cortadoras de césped se usan para recortar pasturas, desmenuzar residuos de cultivos, cortar arbustos, r ealizar 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 plan[...]

5 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Protéjase a sí mismo Use la ropa de pr otección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le pr oporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales. Puede necesitar también: — Casco — Calzado de seguridad — Antiparras [...]

6 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Evite las lesiones provocadas por equipos elevados Evite posibles lesiones de aplastamiento por caídas de la cortadora u otros equipos elevados. Antes de trabajar cerca o debajo de partes levadas de la cortadora o de los equipos: — Apoye o bloquee con seguridad las partes elevadas de la cortadora o los eq[...]

7 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 pr ogramas de capacitación que se ofrecen. ¡T enga cuidado! El error humano es causado por muchos factor es[...]

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. — [...]

9 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 de[...]

10 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 r ecorriendo a[...]

11 Preparación para una operación segura Prueba de seguridad de los controles del tractor y de la cortadora de césped Arranque el tractor siguiendo los procedimientos especí cos del manual del operador del fabricante. Estos procedimientos normalmente incluyen: — Colóquese y ajústese el cinturón de seguridad en el tractor equipado con RO[...]

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 i[...]

13 Arranque con seguridad Cómo realizar un arranque corr ecto 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 sóli[...]

14 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 r ealizado cortes en el terreno antes y está familiarizado con todos los obstáculos que puede haber , es su ciente observa[...]

15 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 descar ga. — Nunca se pare sobr e la carcasa de una cortadora de césped cuando el motor d[...]

16 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 [...]

17 Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en terrenos despar ejos (continuación) — Use extremo cuidado para mantener el contr ol 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 recomendac[...]

18 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 [...]

19 Apagado con seguridad Descenso correcto — Nunca descienda de equipos en movimiento. — Nunca baje de una máquina saltando. — Descienda con cuidado. — V eri 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[...]

20 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación personal Use la ropa de pr otección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le pr oporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales. Puede necesitar también: — Casco — Calzado de seguridad — Anteoj[...]

21 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación de la máquina Deben controlarse o r educirse las fuentes de energía almacenada (eléctricas, mecánicas, hidráulicas, neumáticas, químicas, térmicas, etc.) al mínimo practicable antes de realizar cualquier pr ocedimiento de mantenimiento, reparación o servicio. Prácticas de seguri[...]

22 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Use ventilación adecuada Si es necesario hacer funcionar un motor en una zona cerrada, elimine del área las emanaciones de escape con una extensión del caño de escape. Si no tiene esa extensión, asegúrese de abrir las puertas y dejar entrar aire del exterior . ¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesion[...]

23 Riesgos del sistema hidráulico El sistema hidráulico se encuentra bajo presión siempr e que el motor está funcionando; puede conservar presión incluso después de apagar el motor . Haga funcionar todos los controles hidráulicos incluyendo el contr ol hidráulico auxiliar después de que el motor esté apagado. Alivie la presión atrapada e[...]

24 Evite explosiones ¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones graves por explosiones. Las baterías de plomo-ácido producen gases sumamente explosivos, especialmente durante la car ga. 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 [...]

25 Mantenimiento de neumáticos y ruedas (continuación) ¡ADVERTENCIA! Los tipos de ruedas y neumáticos que generalmente se encuentran en estos equipos requier en cuidados especiales al realizar servicios para evitar lesiones graves o la muerte. No in e los neumáticos por encima de la pr esión recomendada. Asegúr ese de volver a colocar el [...]

26 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Mantenimiento de las hojas de la cortadora (continuación) — ¿Cómo están hechas las hojas de la cortadora de césped? Están hechas acero para r esortes de aleación de alta resistencia. Se forjan en caliente y se les da forma para cumplir con las especi caciones individuales del fabricante; lu[...]

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INTRODUCTION 2160 07/11 Introduction Section 2-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Boom Mower is designed with ca re and built with quality materials by skilled workers. 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 2160 07/11 Introduction Section 2-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION The 2160 is ideal for mowing pon d embankment, levees or drainage ditches, and cuttin g overhanging limbs on fence rows. Features 158” Reach from Center o f Tractor Hydraulic Driven 60 Gallon Oil Reservoir Doubles as Counterweight 85 Degree V ertical Head Move[...]

INTRODUCTION 2160 07/11 Introduction Section 2-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION A TTENTION OWNER/OPERA T OR BEFORE OPERA TING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator ’s Manual, completely underst and the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and Mower . 2. Fill out the W arranty Card in [...]

INTRODUCTION 2160 07/11 Introduction Section 2-5 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION RHINO LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRANTIES 1.01. Rhino warrants for one year from the purchas e date to t he origina l non-commer cial, gove rnmental, or munic ipal purchaser (“Purchase r”) and warrant s for six months to the o riginal commercial or in d[...]

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Assembly Section 3-1 © 201 1 A lamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y SECTION[...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y General Assembly T o help you assemble your New 2160 an d mount it to yo ur tractor , we provide you with drawings, instructions and general information. When needed , you can get info rmation or clarification from Rhino Customer Service. This publication provides g eneral [...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-3 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y TRACT OR PREP ARA TION 1. Move left re ar tire out so that it is 50 inches minimum from the outside of left rear tire to the center of t rac- t o r . T h e n m o v e t h e r i g h t r e a r t i r e o u t s o t h a t i t i s 96 inches minim um between the ou tside of the lef[...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-4 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y MOWER T O TRACTOR A TT ACHMENT This mower is designed for 540 o r 1000 RPM PTO with CA T II or CA T III Quick Hitch (S tanda rd) or CA T II or CA T III 3-Point Hitch (Optional). CA T II and III Quick Hitch ( S tandard) (Asm-B- 0031) Back-up tractor with Quick Hitch an d ali[...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-5 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y DRIVELINE LENGTH CHECK PROCEDURE Before using mowe r check driveline length with tractor attach ed to mower . 1. Separate two halves of driveline and connect one half to tractor and the other ha lf to mower . 2. Lower mower to normal operatin g position. 3. Bring the two dr[...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-6 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y A TT A CHMENT OF HYDRAULIC HOSES Once pumps are inst alled, DO NOT start th e tractor (which will tu rn the pumps) unless thehydraulic circuits are comple ted and filled with the specified universal tractor hydraulic oil. Running pumps without oil will c ause non-warran tab[...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-7 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y A TT A CHMENT OF HYDRAULIC HOSES It is important that pipe thr ead sealant be used only on pipe thre ads; never on 37 degree flared fitting or on straight thread “ O” ring fittings. Use the pi pe thread se alant supplied. Do not su bstitute with some other type of seala[...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-8 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y HOSES T O V AL VE CONNECTION S FOR ELECTRONIC CONTROL (OPTIONAL) Refer to Asm-B-0032 & Asm-B-0030 and part s section page 6-2 4 for proper hose routing. Attach the e lectric valve to the plate using the two 3/8 x 5 bolts, four 3/8 flatwashers, and two 3/8 lockwashers. C[...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-9 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y MOUNTING THE REMOTE COMMAND HANDLE The control ha ndle is normally mounted to an existing tractor remote lever . The control handle sel ects one cylinder on the boom to be operated from a remote outlet. The met al bracket at the base of the control handle is mounted to the [...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-10 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y HOSE CONNECTIONS (DIRECT) (Asm-B-003 2) This hydraulic connection methods re quires a break-away valve for th e swing cylinder . This valve will be mounted to the top of a valve mount plate on the Main frame (7) with 2 - 1/4" x 2 3/4" bolts (1) an d fasten with 1[...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y HEAD A TT ACHMENT 1. Align the bo om arm with the m ower head lug s. Then insert m ain pin (1) and loc k down with a 3/8 x 2 1/2 bolt (2) and a 3/8 nut. Att ach linkage with 2 - 3/4 x 3 bolt s (3) and lock with 2 -3/4 nuts (4). HOSE A TT ACHMENT 1. Attach the 1 " hose[...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-12 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y HYDRAULIC RELIEF A TT ACHMENT (OPTIONAL) (Asm-B-003 7) (Required if attaching to a Non-Quick Hitch Tractor) 1. Remove the top link of the three point from the tractor . 2. Connec t the center lu g (1) of the Hydraulic Relief A rm (HRA) to the tractor , with the double lug [...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-13 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y ST ARTING UNIT 1. Make sure unit has been pr operly assem bled, all cy linders, Hoses, and the driveline have been connected. NOTE: Make sure that no materia ls, tools, or jacks have been lef t under the mower hea d. Make sure the front and rear of the mower ar e properly [...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-14 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y 7. When adding hydraulic oil, use only new oil from a se aled barre l. Used oil or oil from an open barrel may contain hig h levels of contamination. Transfer the oil into the hydraulic tank by using a hydraulic filter pump unit equipped with a pr operly operating 10 micro[...]

ASSEMBLY 2160 07/11 Assembly Section 3-15 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y All Servis and Servis- Rhino Boom Mowers mounted on No n-Cab T ractors require witho ut exception a suita ble Operator Protective Cage be inst alled before operating to prevent Operator injury by object s thrown by the bla des. The Servis Operator Protective Cage may be or[...]

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Operation Section 4-1 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION SECTION[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION RHINO 2160 BOOM MOWER OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Rhino Booms are manufa ctured with quality material by skilled workers. The 2160 is desi gned to attach to a tractor and mow pond banks,levees, drainage dit ches, roadsides or other agricu ltural applications th at may appl[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1. St andard Equipment and Specifications HYDRAULIC BOOM ROT AR Y CUTTER Width of Cut 60” Cutting Height (Min.) 1-3/4” Cutting Capacity (Max) 2” T ractor Requirements 100 HP Hitch T ype CA T II-III Q.H. Overall Widt h (Head) 69” Overall Length (Hea d) 71-3/8” [...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 2.OPERA TOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualified operat or . A qualified oper ator has read and underst ands the implement and tractor Operator ’s Manual s and is experienced in imple ment and tractor operation and all associat[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-5 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS In addition to tractor horsepower an d size required to operate th e boom unit, the tractor must also be prope rly equipped to provide ope rator protection, to alert approac hing vehicle drivers of the tracto r ’s presence, and to ensure tracto[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-6 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3.4 T ractor Ballast T o ensure tractor stability when operat ing on flat surfaces the left rear tractor tire MUST exert a minimum down force (weight) of 1500 lbs. on the ground when the tractor is on level ground, it s boom is fully extended and the mower head is hori[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-7 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Do not connect the PT O driveline to the tractor or operate the implement unless the implement is securely con nected to the tractor . 3.6 Power T ake Off (PT O) Depending on the u nit, the mower is designed to oper at e at a PTO speed of 540 or 1000 RPM. Most tra ctors[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-8 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 4.GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACT OR Before getting onto the tractor , the operator must read and completely underst and the implement and tractor operator manuals. If any p art of either manual is no t com pletely understood, consult an authorized dealer for a complete e[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-9 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 4.2 Dismounting the T ractor Before dismoun ting the tractor , idle the tractor engine down, disengage the head and retract the boom arm to the transport position. Park the tractor o n a level surface, place the transm ission in neutral and set the parking brake. Shut d[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-10 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Never run the T ractor engine in a closed bui lding or without adequate ventilation. The exhaust fumes can be hazardous to your hea lth. (SG-23) S tar t tractor only when properly seated in the T ractor seat. S tarting a tractor in gear can result in injury or death. [...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-11 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Periodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace when necessary with authorized service p art s. Look for loose fasteners, wor n or broken part s, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins have cotter pins and washers. Serious in jury may occur from not[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-12 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 7.2 Boom Unit Pre-Operati on Inspection and Service Inspect and service the boom arm and head prior to oper ation. Damaged and/or broken parts should be repaired and/or replaced immediately . T o ensure the unit is ready for operation , conduct the following: OPS-B- 0[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-13 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION BOOM ARM ASSEMBL Y • Inspect condition of each a rm section weldment • Ensure all pins ar e in place. • Ensure all bolt s and screws are properly installed. • Check condition of bushings at boom pivot points. • Ensure each hydraulic cylin der is installed and[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-14 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Do not operate this Equ ipment with hy draulic oil or fuel leaking. Oil and fuel are explosive and the ir presence could present a haza rd. Do not check for leaks with your hand! High-pr essure oil streams from breaks in the line co uld penetrat e the skin and cause t[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-15 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION HYDRAULIC PUMP/OIL RESERVOIR • Check oil reservoir level and oil condition . (Add specific type oil if low) • Change hydraulic oil filter and hydr aulic oil according to mainte nance schedule. • Ensure th ere are no oil leaks an d fitting are properly connected ?[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-16 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION ROT ARY HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blades and bl ade bo lts for looseness and excessive wear . Rotate to 90° to make for checking eas ier . Replace dam aged, worn , and missing blades as complete sets to maint ain rotary b alance. • Ensure carrier hub nu ts are ti[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-17 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.3 Cutting Component Inspection Inspect blade p an and blade assembly for the following: OPS-U-0031[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-18 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Inspect the Blades daily for abnormal w ear . REPLACE BOTH BLADES on that carrier IMMEDIA TEL Y if either blade has: • Become bent or deformed fro m it’s original sh ape or • Any cracks are visib le, or • Deep gouges in the blade’s surface are pr esent, or ?[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-19 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.4 Blade Bolt Inspection Inspect Blade Bolt Head da ily for wear as followed: Inspect the Blade Bolt Heads d aily for abn ormal wear . REPLACE BOTH BLADE BOL TS on the Blades IMMEDIA TEL Y if either blade bolts has: • Visible cracks or • If the reces sed area o n [...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-20 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION T ractor PRE-OPERA TION Inspection T ractor ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Shift ____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-21 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Boom Mower PRE-OP ERA TION Inspection Mower ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Shift ____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with [...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-22 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8.DRIVING THE TRAC TOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport requires the operator to po ssess a thorough knowledge of the model being operated and precautions to take while driving with an att ac hed implement. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handle the weight [...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-23 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION T ransport only at sp eeds where you ca n maintain control of the equipment. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at high speeds. Understan d the T ractor and Implemen t and how it handles before transporting on str eets and highways.[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-24 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8.2 Brake and Differential Lock Setting Make sure the tractor brakes are in good ope rating condition. T ractor brakes can be set to operate independently allowing single rear wheel braking action or locked together to p rovide simultaneous rear wheel braking. FOR MOS[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-25 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8.3 Driving the T ractor and Boo m Inspect the area to be mowed before beginning operati on. Identify any drop- offs, slopes, holes, hidden obstructions or similar obstacle that could cause the tractor to loose stability and potential roll-over . Mark and avoid the ite[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-26 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Never operate the mower head tilted down where the operator can see the bla des of the mower . The blade could throw an object toward the ope rator causing serious injury or death. Ne ver operate the mo wer without an Operator Protective S tructure. Always were safety[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-27 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The mower valve comes with a push-pull operator switch that, w hen properly installed, will prevent the tractor from starting if the switch is in th e ON position (pulled out). T o properly install the push-pull operator , follow the wiring diagram shown. Failure to pr[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-28 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION The valves and their use will be explained in the following pages of this manual. Read each explanation carefully then practice in a safe, level area, CLEAR of all people, animals, and any obstructions. As always, use extreme ca ution when usin g this machine. This va[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-29 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.2 Foreign Debris Hazards/Overhead Obstructions An area to be cut must first be inspected for objects that could be thrown or that could damage the machine. W alk through the a rea looking for fences, boulders, roc ks, culverts, stumps or met al objects. Mark the insp[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-30 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Rotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of thro wing objects for great distances 300 feet or more) and causing seriou s injury or de ath. Follow safety messages carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY AR E WITHIN 100 Y A RDS UNLESS: Front and Rear Deflectors [...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-31 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION There are obvious and h idden potential hazards in the operation of this Mower . REMEMBER! This mach ine is often operated in he avy brush and in heavy weeds. The Blades of this Mower can throw objects if shields are not pro perly installed and maint ained. Serious inj[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-32 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION There are obvio us and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this Mower . REMEMBER! This machine is of ten operated in heavy br ush and in heavy weeds. The Bla des of this Mower ca n throw objects if shields are not pro perly installed and maint ained. Serious [...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-33 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.5 Operational Instruction When cutting trees and brush ap proach material to be cut with the head perpend icular to material. The cutting edge of the blades should be the only elements in contact with m aterial. The bla de bar should not conta ct with material. The m[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-34 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.6 Shutting Down the Attached Head T o shut down att ached boom head, first bring the tractor to a complete stop. Keep the engine speed at normal operating speed of 540 RPM, and push the M otor Switch IN to the S top position. The mower head will come to a complete s[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-35 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION DET ACHING AND STORING 1. Quick - Hitch 2. Swing the mower head to the rear . 3. Place mower head on the ground . Make sure dipper section is vertical. 4. Disconnect PTO. 5. Level the frame by adjusting the boom. 6. Lower the st ands onto the ground. NOTE: Unit might n[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-36 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Never allow children to play on or around T ractor or Implement. Children can slip or fall off the Equipment and be injured or killed. Inadvertent contac t with controls can cause the Implement to shift or fall crushing them selves or others. (SG-25 ) 1 1.TRANSPORTING[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-37 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Before transporting tr actor between locations, idle the tractor engine, disenga ge the attached head , and wait for all h ead motion to come to a complete stop. Place the boo m in its storage cradle rest support and then turn the joystick master switch to the OFF posi[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-38 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 1 1.1 T ransporting on Public Roadways Extreme caution sh ould be used when tr ansporting the trac tor and mower o n public roadways. The tra ctor must be equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV emblem and flashing warning lights to al ert d[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-39 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION When operating on public roads, have consideration for other road u sers. Pull to the side of the road occasionally to allow all following traffic to pass. Do not exceed the lega l speed limit set in your country for agricultural tra ctors. Always stay alert when trans[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-40 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 1 1.2 Hauling the T ractor and Implement Before transporting a loaded tractor and implement, measure the height and width dime nsions and gross weight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure that the load will be in compliance with the leg al limits set for the areas th a[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-41 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Arrange the chains so th at when tightened, the chains are pulling downward and against themselves. Carefully tighten th e securing chains or other fasteners using boom ers or binders to apply maximum tension. Use extreme care whe n attach ing and removing the securing[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-42 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 12.TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Probl em Po ssi bl e C ause R em edy Bo o m Br ea ks Ba ck To o E as i ly W or k P or t R el i ef Ma lf unc t io n or F ai lu re T est t o c o nf ir m, Ad ju st or R ep la c e a s ne ede d S w in g C y li nd er F a i lu r e T e s t t o Co nf i[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-43 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Probl em Possi bl e C au se R em edy Cy l i n d e r E x ce ss i ve Dr i ft M a y be no r ma l O pe ra t i on C he c k Al lo wa bl e Dr i f t r a tes i n S e r v ic e M a nu al C y l i n d e r Pi s t o n Se a l s B yp as s T e s t t o con f irm a nd r ep ai r or re pl a[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-44 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Problem Possi bl e C ause R em edy C yl in d er M o ve s Spong y or J e r k y A i r i n o i l Id en ti fy th e s o u r c e o f the A ir. Re pl ace Oi l if R e q u i r e d , o r cycl e the mo w er se ve r a l time s to pu r g e t he o i l W r on g O il Us ed C hec k S [...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-45 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Probl em P ossibl e C ause Rem edy C yl i n d er Ro d Ca me O u t of C yli nde r P is t o n N ut ba c ke d of f of t he Ro d I m p ro pe r r et a ini n g of nu t , r e pl ac e or re bu il d as re q ui re d R el ie f V a lv e s et t ing T oo Hi gh Te st r el ie f v a lv[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-46 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Probl em Possi b l e C ause Rem ed y Mot or Inope r a t ive (Wo n ' t R u n) L ow Oi l l e v e l or N o O i l F il l or r ep l ac e as r e qu ir ed I m pro pe r O il U se d f l us h an d r e pl ace t h e o il S o len oi d va lve F ail ur e or O - r i ng F ai l ur[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-47 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Probl em P o ssi bl e C ause R em edy M ot or Runs To o Slow ( o r S l o w s Do w n Un d er Loa d) E n gi n e R P M t oo s lo w T r ac t o r m us t be op er at ed at t he 5 40 PT O s pe ed a s in di c at e d on t h e t a c ho met e r Moto r S to ps (Stop s und er Loa d[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-48 © 201 1 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Pr obl em Possibl e Cause R em edy S pindl e Le ak ing At Mo tor Du e t o M o t or S e al Fa il ur e (h yd ra u l ic Oi l le a k) Se e se c t i on on m ot or s e al f ai l ur e an d r e pa ir a s ne ed ed M ot o r Lo os e or b ol ts mi ssi n g Bo l t s s ho ul d b e c[...]

OPERATION 2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-49 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION P rob le m Po ss ibl e C a u se Re m ed y Sp i nd l e L o cks Up (S eiz es a n d W o n' t T u rn ) Lo ss o f l ub r ic at ion i n spi n dle In d ic a ted b y ca tast r op hic fa il ur e o f the up p er b ear i ng. See the pr evi ou s sect ion Excess ive b ea r ing[...]

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Maintenanc e Section 5-1 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SECTION[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/1 1 Maintenance Sect ion 5-2 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HAZARDS WITH MAINTE NANCE OF IMPLEMENT A VOID SERIO US INJUR Y OR DEA TH FROM COMPONENT F AILURE BY KEE PING IMPLEMENT IN GOOD OPERA TING CONDITION IN PERFORMI NG PROPER SERVICE, REP AIRS AND MAINTENANCE. BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE, REP AIRS AND MAINTENANCE ON THE [...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/1 1 Maintenance Sect ion 5-3 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE P ARTS INFORMA T ION LUBRICA TION INFORMA TION Before operating your Implement, take the time to in spect and repair any damage to the machine or tractor . Only a minimum of time and ef fort is required to main tain this mach ine to provide long life and trouble f[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/1 1 Maintenance Sect ion 5-4 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/1 1 Maintenance Sect ion 5-5 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC FLUID Mainta ining the proper hydraulic o il level and oil cleanliness is very import ant for continued trouble-free operation of the mower . The fluid level should b e checked daily before the mower is put into se rvice. A visual inspection of the hydra[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/1 1 Maintenance Sect ion 5-6 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE 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. Ne ver fill the tank abo ve that sight gauge level. A space is maintaine d above the sight gauge to a[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/1 1 Maintenance Sect ion 5-7 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE MAIN DRIVELINE & CA T 4 SAFETY SHIELD T o remove the main inner driveline shield . Remove the locking screws. Align the bearing t abs with the cone pockets. Mnt-B-0043. Remove the half-guard and remove th e bearing ring. Mnt-B-0044. Inspect the driveline shiel[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/1 1 Maintenance Sect ion 5-8 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Make certain that the Driv eline Integr al Shields are fre e to telescope and rotate around the Driveline without binding.[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/1 1 Maintenance Sect ion 5-9 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Blades Check the Blades for cracks and wear and Blad e Bolts for tightness, daily . Blades should be replaced wh en they are worn excessively , bent, deformed, or out of balance. Blades should always be replaced in pairs. Blades of dif ferent weights ca n cause se[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-10 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SER VICING Inspect blades be fore each use to det ermine that the y are prop erly installed and in good conditio n. Replac e any blade that is bent, excessively nicked, worn, or has any other dama ge. Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening. When sharpe[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-11 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SHARPENING Always sharpen both blades at sa me time to maintain bala nce. Follow original sharpening p attern as shown in FIGURE Mnt-R-0008. Always sharpen blade s by grinding. DO NOT heat and pound out edge. Do not sharpen blade to a razor edge, but leave a [...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-12 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE CARRIER REMOV AL Remove cotter pin and loosen slo tted nut on spindle sh aft. Loosen but do not remove the nut until the bla de carrier is loosened. Use long bar inserted through blade bolt access hole with the end against rotor bar . S trike opposite en d of[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-13 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE CARRIER INST ALLA TION Clean the tape r on both the blade carrier and output sh af t. Position carrier on the gearbox outp ut shaft and install special washe r nut. Tig hten nut, while holding blade carrier , to minimum 450 f t./lbs. strike the carrier near t[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-14 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Hardware Most nuts and bolt s will stay tight an d therefore need only pe riodic checking. However , the following nuts and bolts are extremely import ant and should receive special attention: S pindle Housing Bolts: T ighten to 400 Ft./Lbs. T orque Blade Bolts: T [...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-15 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Boom Cylinder Removal and Replacement Instructions 1. Clear the area of all personnel before lowering the boom mower head. 2. From the tractor seat with your seat belt fastened around you, Lower the boom mower head to the ground. Extend the boom to th e furthest re[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-16 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Hydraulic Component Maintena nce Schedule LEXAN Sheet Cleaning Recommendations These cleaning recommendations apply to all L exan polycarbonate sheet product s, including, but not limited to, Lexan solid sheet and signs, Lexa n coated Margard* sheet and Lexan mu lt[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-17 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Cleaning Procedure for Large Areas - Automated 1. Clean the surface u sing a high-p ressure wate r cleaner (max . 10Obar or 1, 450psi) and/or a s team cleaner . We sugge st that a test be made on a sma ll area, prior to cleaning the en tire sheet 2. Use of additive[...]

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MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-19 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SER VICE OF SPINDLE HOUSING (FIGURE Mnt-0006) Remove blade bar or pan. Remove hydraulic motor . Remove spindle housing from unit. Drain remaining oil from housing. Using a chisel, bend the tan g on the lockwasher (6) until it is free from the slot in the nut (5). U[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-20 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Assembly Make sure all parts are clea n and free of any contamination Install Bearing Cup s (3 & 4) into S pindle Housing (2) u sing a suitable bearing driver to seat the cup s. Caution must be t aken not to damage the cu p or spindle housing, cup s must be ful[...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-21 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE MOTOR & COUPLING INST ALLA TION Bolt motor to mount plat e. Fully tighten bolts. (Item 1). Insta ll flex coupler to the quick disconnect pulley hub using the coun tersunk socket he ad bolts (Item 2). Apply thread locking compo und to the bolts. T ighten bolt s [...]

MAINTENANCE 2160 06/11 Maintenance Section 5-22 ©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE ST ART UP PROCEDURE 1. Read all safety instructio ns. Decals on the Machete Boom warn you of particular and multiple hazards. Many decals a re attached close to part of the Machet e Boom where t here is a po ssible hazard . Read and make sure you underst and the sa[...]

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© 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1- 15 SEGURIDAD INFORMACIÓN DE P ARTES NOT A: Para ver las calcomanias en español porfavor de refe rirse a la pagina 1-19 en la se ccion de seguridad en ingles. NOT A: Si necessita un manual complet amente en español por favor de po nerse en contacto a; T ranslations, direcció[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group In c. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1- 14 SEGURIDAD RIESGOS CON EL MANTEN IMIENT O DEL IMPLEMENTO MANTENGA LOS IMPLEMENTOS EN BUENAS CONDI CIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO, A TRA VÉS DE UN SERVICIO, REP ARACIÓN O MANTENIMIENTO APROPIADO. ANTES DE REALIZAR T AREAS DE SERVICIO, REP ARACIÓN Y MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTO: [...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1- 13 SEGURIDAD RIESGOS EN TRANSPORTE P ARA EV IT AR LE SIONES GRA VES O LA MUERTE A L REMOLCAR O TRANSP ORT AR E QUIPOS: • MANTENGA la velocidad de transporte POR DEBAJ O DE 20 millas por hora para mantener el control del equipo. • REDUZCA LA VELOCIDAD en terreno inclinado, e[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group In c. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1- 12 SEGURIDAD RIESGOS ELÉCRTIC OS Y DE FUEGO P ARA EVIT AR LESIONES GRA VES O LA MUERTE POR CONT ACTO ELÉCTRICO AL TRABAJAR CERCA DE CABLES ELÉCTRICOS, LÍNEAS DE GAS Y DE SERVICIOS: • INSPECCIONE el área de corte p ara que no interfiera con cables de aliment ación eléc[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1- 11 SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE FIL TRACION DE ACEITE HIDRÁULICO DE AL T A PRESIÓN P ARA EVIT AR LESIONES GRA VES O LA MUERTE POR PENETR ACIÓN DE FIL TRACIONES DE ACEITE HIDRÁULICO DE AL T A PRESIÓN: • NO OPERE el equipo con filtraciones de aceite o combustible. • MANTENGA toda[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group In c. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1- 10 SEGURIDAD RIESGO DEL CONT ACTO A LA S CUCHILLAS DE CORT ADORA MANTÉNGASE LEJOS DE LAS CUCHILLAS GIRA TORIAS P ARA EVIT AR LESIONES GRA VES O LA MUERTE POR CONT ACTO CON LA CUCHILLA: • MANTÉNGASE LEJOS y NO ACERQUE LAS MANOS, LOS PIES y EL CUERPO a las cuchillas giratori[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-9 SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE ENREDO POR EL PT O MANTÉNGASE ALEJADO DE LAS LÍNEAS DE CONDUCCIÓN Y OTROS ELEMENTOS GIRA TORIOS P ARA EVIT AR L ESIONES GRA VES O LA MUERTE: MANTÉNGASE LEJOS y NO ACERQUE las manos, los pies y el cuerpo a las cuchillas giratorias, líneas de conducción[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group In c. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-8 SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE A TROPELLO P ARA EVIT AR LESIONES GRA VES O LA MUERTE POR CAÍDA DEL TRACTOR O A TROPELLO DEL EQUIPO: • USE tractores equip ados con SISTEMA ANTIVUELCO (ROPS) y CINTURONES DE SEGUR IDAD par a las operaciones de corte. • MANTENGA EL SISTEMA ROPS trabado[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-7 SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE OBJECT OS LANZADOS Continuado OPERACIÓN DE LA CO RT ADORA: • NO exceda la capacidad de corte nominal de la cort adora, ni corte elementos que no sean vegetación. • USE CABINAS DE TRACTOR CERRADAS cuando haya dos o más cortadoras operando en un mismo [...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group In c. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-6 SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE OBJECT OS LANZADOS LAS CORT ADORAS GIRA TORIAS PUEDEN ARROJAR OBJET OS A 90 METROS (300 PIES) O MÁS EN CONDICIONES ADVERSAS. P ARA EVIT AR LESIONES GRA VES O LA MUERTE AL OPERADOR O TRANSEÚNTES COMO CONSECUENCIA DE OBJETOS ARROJADOS: • MANTENGA a los t[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-5 SEGURIDAD CONECT AR O DESCONECT AR EL IMPLEMENT O DE SEGURIDAD P ARA EVIT AR LESIONES GRA VES O LA MUERTE POR APLAST AMIENTO POR EL TRACT OR O IMPLEMENT O: CUANDO conecte el cabezal de la cort adora al brazo: • MANTENGA A LOS TRANSEÚNTES LEJO S del tractor y la cortadora. ?[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group In c. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-4 SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE APLAST AMIENTO P ARA EVIT AR LESIONES GRA VES O LA MUERTE POR CAÍDA DEL TRACTOR O A TROPELLO DEL EQUIPO, VUELCO O APLAST AMIENTO POR LA CAÍDA DE DEL BRAZO O EL IMPLEMENTO: • USE tractores equipados con SISTEMA ANTIVUELCO (ROPS) y CINTURONES DE SEGURIDA[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-3 SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD DEL OPERADOR P ARA EVIT AR LESIONES GRA VES O LA MUERTE, SIGA LAS SIGUIENTES INSTRUCCIONES: • LEA, COMPRENDA y SIGA las instrucciones del Manual del Operador , al i gual que las Advertencias y Mensajes de Seguridad. • USE GAF AS D E SEGUR IDAD , calzado[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group In c. SEGURIDAD 2160 06/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-2 SEGURIDAD INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURI DAD Y PRÁCTICAS GENERALES El mejor operador es un oper ador cuidadoso. La seguridad es de importancia fundament al para el fabr icante, y tamb ién debería serlo p ara el propiet ario u operador . La mayoría de los accidentes se p ueden ev[...]

© 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. Sección de Seguridad 1-1 SECCIÓN DE SEGURIDAD[...]

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Instrucciones de operaciones antes de la entrega del DISTRIB UIDOR al CLIENTE El distribuidor deberá informar al comprad or de este pr oducto las condicione s, disposiciones y procedimientos de garantía aplicables; in formar la responsabilidad del co mprador de capacitar a sus op eradores para la operación segura; rev isar el contenido d el Manu[...]

Alamo Group Ag. Division está dispue sto a suministrar un (1) Video de Prácticas de Seguridad p ara Cort adoras AEM Por favor enviar: Video de Seguridad para el Opera dor de Cortadoras AEM/FEMA – form ato VHS Vide o de Seguridad para el Ope rador de Cortadora s AEM/FEMA – formato DVD Manual del Operad or de la Cortadora Manual de Seguridad de[...]

A fin de reducir la tasa de accidentes y mejorar la opera ción segura de las cortador as, Alamo Group Ag Division se ha asociado con otros fab ricantes de la industria p ara de sarrollar el video y la guía de Prácticas de Seguridad para Cortadoras Industria l es y Agrícolas AEM/FEMA. El video explica a los operado res de tractores y cort adoras[...]

Al propiet ario/operador/distribuidor Este Manual del Operado r es una parte esencia l de la o peración segura de est a máquina y se debe manten er con la unidad siempre. El imp lemento incluye un port a manual donde se pu ede guardar el manual de ma nera adecuada. Si el manu al se extravía o se daña, puede so licitar otra co pia sin cargo a un[...]

©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SER VIS 2160 Publicado en 06/1 1 Parte nº. 00765708C MANUAL DE OPERADOR RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon A ve. Gibson City , IL 60936 800-446-5158 Email: parts@servis-rhino.com CORT ADORA CON BRAZO HYDRÁULIC O Este Manual del Operador es una parte esenc ial de la oper ación segura de esta máquina y se debe mantener con la unid[...]