Alamo HYDRO 88 manual

©2009 Alamo Group Inc. $0.00 Published 03/09 Part No. 803342C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL ALAMO INDUSTRIAL ® 1502 E. W alnut Seguin, T exas 78155 830-372-3551 Email: parts@alamo-industrial.com 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 times. READ, UNDERST AND, a[...]

T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving p arts are potentially hazardous . There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the poten tial hazards and follows reasonable safe ty practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its sa fety equipment properly att ached to minimize [...]

T able Of Content s SAFETY SECTION ... .................................................................. .................... 1-1 General Safety Instructions and Practic es .......... ................ ................ ................ ................ ........... ........ ............ 1-2 Operator Safety I nstructions and Practices .............. [...]

Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines .............. ................ ................. ................ ................ ............ .......... .......... 4-21 OPERATING TH E TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT .... ................ ................ .................... ................ ................ ... 4-22 Foreign Debris Hazards ..................... .....[...]

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Alamo Industrial Division is willing to provide one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices V ideo Please Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA 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: Requester Address: City S tate Zip Code Mower Mod[...]

Safety Section 1-1 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. SAFETY SECTION[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Sectio n 1-2 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY General Safety Instruct ions and Practices A careful operator is the best opera tor . Safety is of primary import ance to the manufa cturer and should be to the owner/operator . Most accidents ca n be avo ided by bein g aware of your equipm ent, your surroun dings, an[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Sectio n 1-3 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Operator Safety Instr uctions and Practices The rot ating par ts of this machin e continue to rot ate even af ter the PT O has b een turned of f. The operator should r emain in his seat for 60 seconds af ter the brake has been set, the PTO diseng aged, the tractor tur[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Sectio n 1-4 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. 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 urer ’ s instructions when handling oil, solvents, cleansers, and any other chemical agent. (SG-22) KEEP A W A Y FROM ROT A TING ELEMEN TS to prevent entanglement and possible serious injury o[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Sectio n 1-5 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices DO NOT operate this Implement o n a Tra ctor that is not properly maint ained. Should a mechanical or Tractor control failu re occur while operating, immediately shut down the T ractor and perfo rm repairs before r[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Sectio n 1-6 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Fl a il M owers are capa bl e un d er a d verse con diti ons o f th row i ngo bj ec t s for great dist ances (100 yards or more) an d causing seriousinjury o r death. Follow safety messages carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY AR E WITHIN 100 Y ARDS UNLESS: -Front an[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Sectio n 1-7 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Do not mount or di smount the T ractor while the tractor is moving. Mo unt the T ractor only when the T ractor and all moving part s are completely stopped. (SG-12) S tart tractor only when properly seate d in the Tractor seat. S tarting a tractor in gear can resu lt [...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Sectio n 1-8 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Do Not operate this eq uipmen t in areas wher e in se ct s such as bees may attack you and/or cause you to lose contro l of the equipm ent. If you must enter in such areas, use a tractor with an enclosed Cab and close the windows to pr event insect s from entering. If[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Sectio n 1-9 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Avoid mo wing in reverse direction when poss ible. Check to make sure there ar e no persons behind the mower and use extreme care when mowing in reverse. Mow only at a slow ground spee d where you can safely operate and co ntrol the tractor and mower . Never mow an ar[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1- 10 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Connecting or Disconnecting Im plement Safety Instructions and Practices DO NOT allow any person under a folded wing unless wing is securely locked up or suppor ted. DO NOT approach the Implement unless the T ractor is turned of f and all motion has ceased. Ne ver wo[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1-11 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Instructions and Practices Be particularly ca reful when transporting the Im plement with the T ractor . Turn cur ves or go up hills only at a low speed and using a grad ual steering angle. Rear mounted implements move the center of gravity to the[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1- 12 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Saf ety Instructions and Practices Make sure the PTO shield , integral driveline shie lds, and input shields are is installed when using PTO-driven equip ment. Always replace any shield if it is damaged or missing. (S3PT -8) Relieve hydraulic [...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1-13 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Periodically inspect all moving part s for wear and replace when necessary with au thorized 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 washers. Serious in jury may occur from n[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1- 14 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Concluding Safety In structions and Practices Decal Location NOTE: Alamo Industrial supplies safety decal s on this product to promote safe operation . Damage to the decals may occur while in sh ipping, use, or reconditioning. Alamo I ndustr ial cares about the safet[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1-15 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1. 002369 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard 2. 00725739 1 W ARNING Use/Repair Shields & Guards 3. 00756059 1 W ARNING Oil Penetration/Leak Detection 4. 02967668 1 DANGER Cutti ng Blades/Thrown Objects 5. 00758194 1 W ARNING Pinch Point (V [...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1- 16 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Description Danger! Mult-Hazard W arning. Failing to follow these Safety Messages an d Operating Instructions can cause serious bo dily injury or even death to operator and others in th e area. P/N 002369 W ARNING! Failure to use and maintain shields and deflec[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1-17 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY W ARNING! Do not operate with Belt Shield removed. Finger(s) may be pinched of f if get caught between V -Belt and Pulley . P/N 00758194 ADVERTENCIA! T anque Sobrepresion. Slowly open cap to relieve pres sure before completely removing cap. S tay clear to prevent bein[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1- 18 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Information that Grease Fitting is present and must apply grease. P/N 000678 Cutting Height Adjustment Chart P/N 002023 8 Hour Lubrication Chart P/N 002457 INFORMA TION - Attention - Service Hydraulic System with Universal Tr acto r Hydraulic Oil. Alamo Group pa rt N[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1-19 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY IMPORT ANT - Use ALAMO Genuine Flail Parts. P/N 03200432 ALAMO NAME LOGO. P/N 001650 NAME LOG O - Alamo Industrial P/N 02960766 ALAMO INDUSTRIAL LOGO P/N 001651[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1- 20 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Red Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visible. P/N 1458392 Amber Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visibl e. P/N 1458393 Read Operato r ’s Manual! The operator ’s ma nual is located inside this canister . If the manual is missing order one fr om you r dea[...]

SAFETY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Safety Section 1-21 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intend ed to explain in broa d terms the concep t and effect of federal laws and reg ulations concerning emplo yer and employee equipment o perat ors. This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the law an d s[...]

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Introduction Section 2-1 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. INTRODUCTION SECTION[...]

INTRODUCTION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Introductio n Section 2-2 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. INTRODUCTION This Flail 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 [...]

INTRODUCTION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Introductio n Section 2-3 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. INTRODUCTION These Flail Mowers are designed for medium-duty work . They can m ow pastures and co ntrol grass a nd weeds on highways or industrial sites. For Non-Agricultural use, OSHA , ASAE, SAE, and ANSI standards re quire the use of Chain Guards, Deflectors,[...]

INTRODUCTION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Introductio n Section 2-4 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. INTRODUCTION Attention Owner/Operator BEFORE OPERA TING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator ’s Ma nual, completely underst and the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implement. 2. Fill out the Warr[...]

Assembly Section 3-1 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. ASSEMBL Y SECTION[...]

ASSEMBLY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Assembly Section 3-2 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. ASSEMBL Y GENERAL The HYDRO88 & 96 will attach to most tractors with Cat l or C at ll Hitch and 540 PTO RPM. DEALER SET -UP INSTRUCTIONS Assembly of this mower is the resp onsibility of the Alamo dealer . The mo wer should be delivered to the owner completely assembl[...]

ASSEMBLY HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Assembly Section 3-3 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. ASSEMBL Y PUMP & SPEED INCREASER A TT ACHM ENT T o attach the S peed Increaser and Pump to the tractor , use the following procedure: 1. Attach the S peed Increaser Mount Plate to the tractor loosely . Refer to the inst allation drawing, supplied in the packing box, [...]

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Operation Sectio n 4- 1 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION SECTION[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Sec tio n 4-2 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION ALAMO INDUSTRIAL HYDRO 88 & 96 OPERA TION INSTRUCTIONS Alamo Industrial HYDRO flail mowers are manufactured with quality ma terial by skilled w orkers. These mowers are designed for cutting grass and small weeds. The mower is eq uipped with pr otective[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Sec tio n 4-3 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1. St andard Equipment and Specifications 88” and 96” Cutting Wid ths Hydraulic Power Sealed Hydraulic System Hydraulic Overload Protection Flail Cutting Action Cutter Shaft (Balanced 4-1/2” Drawn S teel T ubing) Full-S pan Roller 0” - 6” Cutting [...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Sec tio n 4-4 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 2. OPERA T OR 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 Operator’s Ma nuals and is experienced in implement and tractor operation and[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Sec tio n 4-5 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3. TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS The tractor used to operate the mower must have t he power , capacity and required eq uipment to safely operate the mowe r at a g round spee d b etween 2 a nd 5 MP H. Oper ating th e mo we r with a tra ctor tha t d oes n ot meet the[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Sec tio n 4-6 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 3.4 3-Point Hitch The tractor 3-point hi tch must be rate d to lif t at least 990 lbs.if attach ing a HYDRO 88 & 96 flail. SHD mowers can attach to trac tor ’s with either a CA T I or II hitch. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for the cate go[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Sec tio n 4-7 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Never oper ate the Tractor and Mowe r if the Im pl ement input driveline is directly connected to the T ractor transmission. T ractor braking distances can be subst antially increased by the momentum of the rot ating Mower blades drivin g the Tr actor trans[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Sec tio n 4-8 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 4.2 Dismounting the T ractor Before dismoun ting, park the tractor and implement on a reasonably level surface, apply the par king brake, idle the engine down , disengage the PTO, and lower t he implement to the ground. Shut down the tractor engine accord [...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Sec tio n 4-9 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.1 Connecting the Mower A-Frame to the T ractor 1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with the correct PTO shaft. Change shaf t s if needed. 2. Shorten or re move the tractor drawbar to avoid interference when rais ing and lowering the mower . 3. Board the [...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-10 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 4. T u rn of f the tractor engine and dismount. 5. One lift arm a t a time, align arm end hole between the se t of A-fram e lift lugs. Insert hitch pin through th e lug and arm holes and inser t retaining pin into hitch pin . 6. W alk around to opposite sid[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-11 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.1 Roller Height Adjustment The mower ’s cutting height is se t by positioning the roller assembly for each mower section. Each section must be set at the same he ight to ensure a n even cut ac ross the en tire width of the m ower . 1. Place the tractor a[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-12 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION When fitting the mower to the tractor , the telescoping dr iveline must be inspected to ensure that at it s most compressed position, the profiles do not “bottom out” , and when a t its farthest extended position, there is sufficie nt engagement between[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-13 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION DO NOT allow any person under a folded wing unless wing is securely locked up or suppor ted. DO NOT approach the Implement unless the T ractor is turned of f and all motion has ceased. Ne ver work under the frame work, or any lif ted component unless the imp[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-14 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 9.2 Mower Pre- O peration Inspection /S ervice Before each mowe r use, a complete inspection and serv ice is required to ensure the mo wer is in a good and safe working condition. Dam aged and/ or broken parts should be repai red and/or replaced immediately[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-15 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION • Ensure rubber d eflectors are in position and not damaged. Repla ce worn , br ok en , an d m i ssin g sections imm ediately . • Ensure the rollers are in good cond ition and rota te freely . • Inspect that all bolts an d screws are in position. OPS-F[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-16 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION T ractor PRE-OPERA T ION 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[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-17 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Flail-W ing Mower PRE-OPERA 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 tracto[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-18 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 10. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport req uires the operator possess a thorough knowle dge of the model being operated an d precautions to t ake while driving with an att ached imp lem ent. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handl[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-19 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Always disengage the tractor di fferential lock when turn ing. When engaged t he dif ferential lock will prevent or limit the tr actor from turning. During normal cutting co nditions, locking the differ ential provides no benefit and should not be used. 10.1[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-20 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 10.3 Raising the Mower Using the tractor 3-point hi tch control le ver , raise the mower of f the ground about 6”, or just high enough to clear any ground obstacle s. When raising the mower , mak e su re all connection point s are securely a ttached and a[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-21 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines When crossing ditches with steep banks or go ing up sharp inclines, it is possib le that the main driveline inner profile will penetrate in to the outer housing to it s maximum depth until the assembly beco mes solid [...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-22 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Inclines and ditches should be app roached along a line which is at an an gle as shown. This type o f path will reduce the possib ility of over-collapse of the driveline and re sulting damage . If the gradient is so steep that such an approach increase s th[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-23 ©2009 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, or c h a i ns, can b ecome en t ang l e d i n th e operating p arts of the mower h ead. These items could then swing out side the housing at greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is [...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-24 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Fl a il M owers are capa bl e un d er a d verse con diti ons o f th row i ngo bj ec t s for great dist ances (100 yards or more) an d causing seriousinjury o r death. Follow safety messages carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY AR E WITHIN 100 Y ARDS UNLESS[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-25 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.4 PT O RPM and Ground S peed Ground speed for mowing will depend upon the height, type , and density of vege tation to be cut. Recommended speed for ef ficient mower performance is between 2 and 5 mph(3- 8 kph). Oper ate the mower at its full rated PT O [...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-26 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Do not mow with two machines in the same ar ea except with Cab tractors with the wind ows closed. (SGM-1 1) Mow only in conditions where y ou have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting. Never mow in darkne ss or foggy cond itions[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-27 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 11 . 6 S hutting Down the Implement T o shut down the implement, first bring the tractor to a complete stop. Then slow down the implement by reducing the eng ine speed before disengagin g the PTO. W ait for all motion to stop before proceedi ng to drive or s[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-28 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Never stan d or allow another person to stand between a running T ractor and the Mower when disconnecting the Implement from the T racto r 3-point hitch. Always shut the T ractor off completely and set the p arking brake before attempting to disconnect the [...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-29 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Never work under the Implem ent, the framework, or any lifted component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious injury or even death. (SG-14) 13. MOWER STORAGE It is recommen[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-30 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 14. TRANSPORTING THE TRACT OR AND IMPLEMENT Inherent hazards of operating the tr actor and implement and the possibilit y of accidents are not left behind when you finish work ing in an area . Therefore, the op erator mu st empl oy g ood ju dge men t an d s[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-31 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION If the tractor ’s hydraulic pump is not indepe ndent of th e tr actor PT O, or if the tractor P TO has to be run to have hydraulic power , disconnect the mower driveline from th e tractor PTO output shaf t. Secure the driveline to the mower deck to prevent[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-32 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Make cert ain that the “Slow Moving V ehicle” (SMV) sign is inst alled in such a wa y as to be clearly vis ible and leg ible. When transport ing the Equipment use the Tracto r flashing warning light s and follow all local traf fic regulations. (SG-6 ) T[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-33 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 14.2 Hauling the T ractor and Implement Before transporting a loade d tractor and implement, measure the height and width dimensions and gro ss weight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure that the load will be in compliance wit h the legal limits set for the [...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-34 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Remedy Excessive Vi brations Check gearb ox bolts. T ighten if loose Check for missing knives on Replace missing kn ives cutter shaft. Check to see if knives are Free knives so they swing. free swinging. Blade b[...]

OPERATION HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Operation Section 4-35 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Knives Wear T oo Fast Cutting in sandy conditions. Increase cutting height. Cutting in rocky conditions. Increase cutting height. Soft “will fit” knives. Use genuine Alamo Industrial knives. Discharging Bunches or Belt installed improp erly . Check belt [...]

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Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 1 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE SECTION[...]

MAINTENANCE HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 M ain te na nc e Sec tion 5- 2 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE Daily Checks 1. Lubricate at the specified intervals as outlined in the lubrication diagram b elow . All mower grease fittings are equipped with lubricap s which snap over the grease fitt ings to prev ent dirt from entering the fittings. Remove t[...]

MAINTENANCE HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 M ain te na nc e Sec tion 5- 3 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE 3. Hydraulic T ank: Use Hydraulic Oil Chevron 100 0 THF or an equivalen t. Note: Y our ambient tem perature a nd operating c onditions may require a different viscosity oil. Please consult the oil manufacturer for proper specifications. Slip Clut[...]

MAINTENANCE HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 M ain te na nc e Sec tion 5- 4 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE It is important that the clutch lining plates slip when an obst acle or load heavier than the clutch setting is encountered. Therefor e, if the mach ine sits out side lon ger than 30 days and is e xposed to rain and/o r humid air it is important [...]

MAINTENANCE HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 M ain te na nc e Sec tion 5- 5 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE Replacing Cutter Unit Driv e Belt - Figure Mnt-FL-0020 1. Place unit on ground or suppo rt securely . 2. Remove belt guard. 3. Remove idler arm spring. 4. Remove extension shaf t housing mounting bracket front bolt and loo sen rear bolt. 5. Loose[...]

MAINTENANCE HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 M ain te na nc e Sec tion 5- 6 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE Roller Bearing Replacement 1. Remove roller and b oth bearing and bracket assemblies from mower . Lift the mower only h igh enough to remove the roller a ssembly . 2. Slide bear ing and brac ket assemblie s off each end of ro ller . If replacing [...]

MAINTENANCE HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 M ain te na nc e Sec tion 5- 7 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE Cuttershaf t Bearing Replacement OUTBOARD BEARING - Fi gure Mnt-FL-0022 1. Lif t cutter unit to maximum horizontal height; then, securely sup port ends of cutterhousing. 2. Remove enough kn ive s to place a floor jack under center of cuttershaf t[...]

MAINTENANCE HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 M ain te na nc e Sec tion 5- 8 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE Cuttershaf t Bearing Replacement (co nt’d) Inboard (Drive) Bear ing - Figure Mnt-FL-0023 and Mn t-FL-0020. 7. Remove belt guard. 8. Remove spring from idler arm. 9. Remove extension shaf t housing mounting bracke t fasteners a t the cutterhousi[...]

MAINTENANCE HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 M ain te na nc e Sec tion 5- 9 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE Cuttershaf t Replacement NOTE: It is recommended that cuttersha ft bearing an d housing assemblies be replaced when replacing cuttershaft. 1. Place unit on the ground or secu r ely su pp o rt at a conv en ien t he ig ht. 2. Remove cuttershaf t be[...]

MAINTENANCE HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Maintenance Section 5- 10 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE General Information on Flail Mower V ibration FLAIL MOWERS - INFORMA TION BULLE TIN NO. 5 Excessive Vibration Vibration is a MONSTER and if allowed to continu e unchecked, ca n cause the complete break-u p of a machine in a very short time. A properly[...]

MAINTENANCE HYDRO 88 & 96 03/09 Maintenance Section 5- 11 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE The actual speed at which the harm onic will occur will vary with each mo wer and each insta llation. T o avoid this harmonic vibration wh en operating the mower , it may be necessary to adju st the engine speed of the tracto r up or down. Some units [...]

ALAMO-INDUSTRIAL LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRANTIES 1.01. Alamo Industrial warrants for one year from the purchase dat e to the original non-commercial, governmental, or municipal purchaser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial purchaser 1.02. Manufacturer will replace for the Purc haser any pa[...]

T o keep your implement running efficien tly an d safely , read your manual thor oughly and follow these directions and the Safety Messages in this Manual. T he T able of Content s clearly identifies each sect ion where you can easily find the information you need. The OCCUP A TIONAL SAFETY AND HEAL TH ACT (1928.51 Subp art C) makes these minimum s[...]

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