Servis-Rhino P/N 00763618C manual

TURF FLEX Published 08/01 Effective Serial No. TX-10880 to Current P/N 00763618C OPERA T OR'S MANUAL This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all times. READ, UNDERST AND, and FOLLOW the Safety and Operation Instructions contained in this manual before operati[...]

TO THE OWNER/OPERA T OR/DEALER WARRANTY INFORMATION: Read and understand the complete Warranty Statement found in this Manual. Fill out the Warranty Registration Form in full and return it within 30 Days. Make certain the Serial Number of the Machine is recorded on the Warranty Card and on the Warranty Form that you retain. The use of "will-fi[...]

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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ......................................................................................................................................... 1 - 1 Decal Location ................................................................................................................. ............................. 1-12 Decals .[...]

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SAFETY SECTION Safety Section 1-1[...]

Safety Section 1-2 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY A safe and careful operator is the best operator . Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner/operator . Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions. The first section[...]

Safety Section 1-3 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY DANGER! Never operate the Tractor or Implement until you have read and completely understand this Manual, the Tractor Operator’s Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Tractor and Implement. Learn how to stop the tractor engine suddenly[...]

Safety Section 1-4 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY DANGER! Start tractor only when properly seated in the Tractor seat. Starting a tractor in gear can result in injury or death. Read the Tractor operators manual for proper starting instructions. (SG-13) DANGER! Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted comp[...]

Safety Section 1-5 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY WARNING! Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and highways. Make sure the Tractor steering and bra[...]

Safety Section 1-6 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY WARNING! Mow only in conditions where you have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting. Never mow in darkness or foggy conditions where you cannot clearly see at least 100 yards in front and to the sides of the tractor and mower. Make sure that you c[...]

Safety Section 1-7 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY WARNING! Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the operating parts of the mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could [...]

Safety Section 1-8 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY WARNING! Do not let the Blades turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any reason, including clearance or for turning. Raising the Mower deck exposes the Cutting Blades which creates a potentially serious hazard and could cause serious injury or even death from objects thrown [...]

Safety Section 1-9 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY DANGER! Rotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distances (100 yards or more) and causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully -Mower Deck Shielding, and Discharge Deflector are installed and in good, workin[...]

Safety Section 1-10 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY WARNING! The rotating parts of this machine continue to rotate even after the PTO has been turned off. The operator should remain in his seat for 60 seconds after the brake has been set, the PTO disengaged, the tractor turned off, and all evidence of rotation has ceased. (3P[...]

Safety Section 1-11 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY PARTS INFORMATION Servis-Rhino mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Servis- Rhino specifications. Non-genuine[...]

Safety Section 1-12 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY R 11-03-99 Attaches to Bolts on top of Divider Gearbox. 11' Models 14 22 20 21 8 6 10 9 18 24 3 4 2 7,29 3A 23 13 19 11 25 3A 23 23 12 25 28 11 24 18 23 23 3A 19 16 13 25 7 3A 2 23 9 12 1 27 5 3A 9 25 7 12 24 23 2 18 30 23 16 23 13 17 19 3A 25 11 15 3A 8A 17 17 NOTE: Rh[...]

Safety Section 1-13 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY 15 Attaches to Bolts on top of Divider Gearbox. Stand for SMV 3 4 23 16 11 19 28 7 23 13 2 27 5 9 3A 3A 24 23 25 11 23 16 30 19 23 18 3A 25 12 8 21 20 22 14 6 10 9 24 1 23 25 3A 7 18 3A 13 17 23 25 9 3A 13 3A 7 2 12 11 25 29 23 19 23 2 13-1/2', 14-1/2', 15-1[...]

Safety Section 1-14 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM PART NO. Q T Y LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1 00725746 1 PELIGRO Get Manuals Translated 2 00753840 3 DANGER! Folding Wings 3 00756004 ((4)) DANGER! D/L Shield missing. DO NOT OPERATE. 3A 00756004 {2} DANGER! Shield missing. DO NOT OPERATE. 4 00756005 ((4)) DANGER! Rotating Driveli[...]

Safety Section 1-15 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY 1 -- 00725746 2 -- 00753840 3 -- 00756004 4 -- 00756005 5 -- 00756059 7 -- 00758194 13 -- 02967827 Front Cover 15 -- 03200347 SMV reflector 16 -- 99203 Red Reflector 17 -- 99204 Yellow Reflector R 07-31-97[...]

Safety Section 1-16 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY 6 -- 00756494 8 -- 00760657 9 -- 00763536 11 -- 00769737 14 -- D103 18 -- 000678 R 04-23-99[...]

Safety Section 1-17 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY 23 -- D301 10 -- 00769736 19 -- 00755691 20 -- 00763613 24 -- D302 25 -- 00763535 TURF FLEX Name 26 -- Model Number 27 -- Serial Plate 28 -- Serial Plate 29 -- Serial Plate 30 -- Serial Plate R 12-09-94[...]

Safety Section 1-18 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY 21 -- 00763977 22 -- D102 8A -- 00773723 31 -00776481[...]

Safety Section 1-19 Turf Flex 08/01 SAFETY © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of federal laws and regulations concerning employer and employee equipment operators. This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the law and should not be considered as such. Empl[...]

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INTRODUCTION SECTION Indroduction Section 2-1[...]

Introduction Section 2-2 Turf Flex 08/01 INTRODUCTION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Rotary Mower is designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers. Proper assembly, maintenance, and operating practices, as described in this manual, will help the owner/operator get years of satisfactory service from the machine. [...]

Introduction Section 2-3 Turf Flex 08/01 INTRODUCTION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Your Turf Flex is designed for light-duty cutting such as lawn maintenance plus small weed and grass control. With a reasonable amount of preventive maintenance, your Mower will provide years of dependable service. Front and rear and left and right are deter[...]

Introduction Section 2-4 Turf Flex 08/01 INTRODUCTION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION ATTENTION OWNER/OPERATOR BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator’s Manual, completely understand the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and Mower. 2. Fill out the Warranty Card in full[...]

ASSEMBL Y SECTION Assembly Section 3-1[...]

Assembly Section 3-2 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 DANGER! Operating with PTO speed over 540 RPM can cause excessive vibration with subsequent machine failure which can cause serious injury or even death. Never exceed 600 RPM. DEALER SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Assembly of this mower is the reponsibility of the Rhino dealer. [...]

Assembly Section 3-3 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 SWIVEL AND LIFT ARM ATTACHMENT Attach the Swivel Assembly on the Lift Arms using chrome plated Attaching Pin (1) retain with Roll Pin (2). Figure 3 . Remove the Attaching Pin (3) from the Main Frame. Attach the Right and Left Lift Arm (Note Jack storage mount on Left [...]

Assembly Section 3-4 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 1 2 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ATTACHMENT Attach the Rear Hydraulic Cylinder to the Main Frame with Fittings pointing down . Retain with Pin and Cotter Pin. Figure 5 . Attach the Wing Hydraulic Cylinders to the the Main Frame and Toggel Links with Pins provided. Figure 6. WIN[...]

Assembly Section 3-5 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 CASTER WHEEL ATTACHMENTS REAR MOWER (FIGURE 8) Attach the right and left Axle Arm Weldment (1) to the deck with 3/8" Gr. 5 bolts (2) flatwasher (1-1/2OD x 3/16 thick) (3), and 3/8 locknuts (4). Install four one inch spacers (7) and two 1/4 inch spacer (8) on each[...]

Assembly Section 3-6 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 CASTER WHEEL ATTACHMENTS REAR MOWER (11' MODEL) FIGURE 10 Attach the right and left Axle Arm Weldment (1) to the deck with 3/8" Gr. 5 bolts (2) flatwasher (1-1/2"OD x 3/16" thick) (3), and 3/8" locknuts (4). NOTE: Mount the inside and outside [...]

Assembly Section 3-7 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 4 8 10 9 12 6 7 5 REAR 3 2 1 11 FIGURE 12 REAR 1 7 4 3 7 7 8 10 10 5 7 6 8 9 11 12 14 13 FIGURE 11 NOTE: Use Spacers #00763313, 1-3/8" long with Bolts. REAR MOWER ATTACHMENT To install the Rear Attaching Arms (1) on the Main Frame to the Center Rear Mower: Note: [...]

Assembly Section 3-8 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 FIGURE 13 AXLE ARMS IN POSTION Note bolt locations of Axle Arms on 60" Deck. Figure 13.[...]

Assembly Section 3-9 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 AXLE ARMS IN POSTION Note bolt locations of Axle Arms on 72" Deck. Figure14 FIGURE 14[...]

Assembly Section 3-10 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 DRIVESHAFT ATTACHMENT All drivelines are equipped with slide collars on end yokes. To attach to the shaft grab and pull the collar on the end of attaching yoke toward the opposite end of the driveline. Slide the yoke (with collar depressed) onto the shaft. Move the y[...]

Assembly Section 3-11 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 LEFT WING DRIVELINE RIGHT WING DRIVELINE Constant Velocity (CV) Driveline Attach the wing CV driveline to the center power divider gearbox with CV head at center box. Attach the end yokes so they are oriented in line the same as shown. (FIGURE 17) LEFT WING DRIVELINE[...]

Assembly Section 3-12 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 ROPE ROUTING FOR AUTOMATIC HEAD LOCKS Attach rope ends to latch at location shown in figure 18. Latch Angle Lift Arm Pin Ref. Hole NOTE: 11' Model Only FIGURE 18 Latch Bolt wing arm Latch Clear- ance Adjust Latch Bolt to provide minimum clearance between Referen[...]

Assembly Section 3-13 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Turf Flex 08/01 FIGURE 19 NOTE: All lengths are before forming the loops. NOTE: FIELD ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 19)- Head Locks 1. Loop ends back through welded link on lock bar and then inside of braid by forming a hole 16" from end. 2. Adjust lengths as shown to give 8" overlap a[...]

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OPERA TION SECTION Operation Section 4-1[...]

Operation Section 4-2 Turf Flex 08-01 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The safe operation of this machine is the responsibility of the operator. The operator should be familiar with the mower and tractor and all safety practices before starting operation. This mower is designed for lawn or grass mowing. It is not designed for rough co[...]

Operation Section 4-3 Turf Flex 08-01 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION NOTE: If attaching Mower Clevis, tractor drawbar must extend to rear to allow turning without binding in the Tongue Clevis. DO NOT USE THIS TYPE DRAWBAR WITHOUT STABILIZERS. Install washers the same as detailed previously. See art below. NOTE: NEVER ATTACH MOWER TO[...]

Operation Section 4-4 Turf Flex 08-01 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT TO TRACTOR 1. Grasp and pull collar on end of attaching yoke toward mower. 2. Slide yoke (with collar depressed) onto PTO shaft. 3. Move yoke back and forth until locking collar clicks forward and locks the yoke in place. WARNING! When attachin[...]

Operation Section 4-5 Turf Flex 08-01 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Enter the area to cut with the mower operating at PTO speed and, if it becomes necessary to temporarily regulate engine speed during operations, increase or decrease the throttle gradually. To transport, disengage the PTO, raise to full transport height. CUTTING SP[...]

Operation Section 4-6 Turf Flex 08-01 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION BEFORE OPERATING OR TRANSPORTING THIS MOWER Always display this SMV emblem ( FIGURE 6 ) on the stand mounted on the center Gearbox when transporting this mower where it is clearly visible to following traffic. Prominent display of this symbol will help the operator[...]

Operation Section 4-7 Turf Flex 08-01 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION WARNING! Either failure can allow the Driveline to come loose from the tractor which could cause bodily injury to the operator or others in the vicinity along with expensive damage to the tractor and/or Cutter. Driveline bottom out. FIGURE 9 With the PTO NOT TURNIN[...]

Operation Section 4-8 Turf Flex 08-01 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION INCORRECT: DO NOT approach ditch straight on. FIGURE 11 CORRECT: Approach ditch at an angle FIGURE 10 If you have a condition where your tractor will be going up a steep incline with your mower still on the flat area or coming down the opposite incline, you have a [...]

Operation Section 4-9 Turf Flex 08-01 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION CV DRIVELINE CHECK PROCEDURES The Main Driveline to tractor is equipped with a special constant velocity (CV) joint that allows the joint to run smooth with no vibration even at joint angles up to 80 degrees. This joint will operate and perform satisfactorily as lo[...]

Operation Section 4-10 Turf Flex 08-01 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY STREAKING Slow Blade Speed Operate PTO at 540 RPM. Worn Blade Tips Replace with Genuine RHINO Blades. See your Rhino dealer. Dull Blades Sharpen blades uniformly. Blades unable to cut that part Slow ground speed of tra[...]

Operation Section 4-11 Turf Flex 08-01 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY BELT SLIPPAGE Mower overloading, material too Reduce tractor ground speed but tall or heavy maintain full PTO rpm. Cut material twice, one high pass and then mow at desired height. Cut a partial swath. Oil on belt from[...]

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MAINTENANCE SECTION Maintenance Section 5-1[...]

Maintenance Section 5-2 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Turf Flex 08-01 Before operating your Mower, make sure it is properly lubricated and thoroughy inspected. Only a minimum of time and effort is required to regularly lubricate and maintain this machine to provide long life and trouble free operation. WARNING! Always disengage t[...]

Maintenance Section 5-3 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Turf Flex 08-01 GEARBOX The Gearboxes have been filled with lubricant to the Test Plug Level prior to shipment. However, you should check the oil level at Test Plug before operating, and frequently thereafter. The gearbox should not require additional lubricant unless the box [...]

Maintenance Section 5-4 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Turf Flex 08-01 R 11-17-95 BLADE SPINDLE LUBRICATION Blade spindles must be lubricated daily (every 8 hrs). Figure 6. Access lubrication fitting through hole in outer shields and in center gearbox mounting. Each spindle must be lubricated enough each time to force small amount[...]

Maintenance Section 5-5 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Turf Flex 08-01 WARNING! When attaching slide collar yoke to gearbox shaft, it is important that the spring-activated locking collar slides freely and locking ball is seated on the groove on PTO shaft. A loose yoke could slip off and result in personal injury or damage to mowe[...]

Maintenance Section 5-6 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Turf Flex 08-01 BLADE SERVICING Inspect blades before each use to determine that they are properly installed and in good condition. Replace any blade that is bent, excessively nicked, worn, or has any other damage. Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening. Use only origin[...]

Maintenance Section 5-7 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Turf Flex 08-01 1 FIGURE 10 10 LBS. 3/4" 2 3 4 5 Locknut Flatwasher Spacer Bolt Flatwasher BELT ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE (All Models except 11') Adjust the tension in the drive belt, item1, properly so that it deflects 3/4" when a force of approximately 10 lb. is ap[...]

Maintenance Section 5-8 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Turf Flex 08-01 BELT ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE (11' MODEL) Adjust the tension in the drive belt, item 1, properly so that they deflect 3/4" when a force of approximately 10 lb. is applied. Tighten drive belt by loosening one nut, items 2, and tightening other nut until be[...]

Maintenance Section 5-9 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Turf Flex 08-01 STORAGE Your rotary mower represents an investment from which you should get the greatest possible benefit. Therefore, when the season is over, the cutter should be thoroughly checked and prepared for storage so that a minimum amount of work will be required to[...]

Maintenance Section 5-10 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Turf Flex 08-01 BLADE SPINDLE SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS (FIGURE 13) DISASSEMBLY 1. Remove adjusting nut #3. 2. Support spindle housing #2 under flange and drive out shaft assembly #1. CAUTION! Use tube on top end of shaft to protect grease fitting. 3. Remove bearing cups from hous[...]

Maintenance Section 5-11 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Turf Flex 08-01 CLUTCH ASSEMBLY (Figure 14) 1. Remove snap ring (1). This allows removal of complete quick coupler (13,14,15,2) and three locking clutch balls (18). 2. Tighten four hex nuts (10) until spring assembly (9 and 12) are loose in main housing (3). NOTE: Small amoun[...]

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T O THE OWNER/OPERA TOR/DEALER Keep children away from danger all day, every day... Equip tractors with rollover protection (ROPS) and keep all machinery guards in place... Please work, drive, play and live each day with care and concern for your safety and that of your family and fellow citizens. To keep your implement running efficiently and safe[...]

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