Blue Rhino TM60 manual

©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. TM60/72 TM84/100 Published 02/1 1 Part No. 00779788C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon A ve. Gibson City , IL 60936 800-446-5158 E-mail: parts@servis-rhino.com REAR DISCHARGE 60, 72, 84, 100 FINISHING MOWERS This Operator' s Manual is an integral p art of the safe operation of this machine and must be mai[...]

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 reasona ble safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its sa fety equipment properly att ached to minimize [...]

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SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY General Safety Instruct ions and Practices A careful operator is the best opera tor . Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer an d should be to the owner/operator . Most accidents ca n be avoided by being aware of your equipm ent, your surroundings, and obse[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Operator Safety Instr uctions and Practices Engine Exhaust, some of its constitue nts, a nd cert ain vehicle component s contain or emit chemicals known to the st ate of California to cause cancer and bir th defects or other reproductive harm. (S G-30) Battery posts, te[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MA Y CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS! T ractors with or without an Implement attached can often be noisy enoug h to cause permanent hearing loss. We recommen d that you always wear hearing protection if the noise in the Operator’s positio[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-5 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Use extreme caution when getting onto the Impl eme nt to perform repairs, maintenance and when removing accu mulated material. Only st and on solid flat su rfaces to ensure good footing. Use a lad der or raised st and to access high spot s which cannot be reach ed from [...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-6 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety In structions and Practices Always keep a careful lookout and use extr eme care when working around utility an d municipal obstructions. Never allow the Mower to contact any utility , munic ipal, or other type structure. Clearly mark all mowin[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-7 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this Mower . REMEMBER! This machine is of ten operated in weeds and in heavy grass. The Blade s of this Mower can throw objects if shields are not properly in stalled and maint ained. Serious injury or e[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-8 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Never allow children or other persons to ride on the T ractor or Implement. Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-1 0) Do not mow with two machines in the same ar ea except with Cab tractors with the windows closed. (SGM-1 1) Do not mou nt or dismou nt [...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-9 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Operate the T ractor and/or Implement controls on ly while pr operly seated in the T ractor seat with the seat belt secure ly fastened around y ou. Inadverte nt movement of the T ractor or Implement may ca use serious inju ry or death. (SG-29) In case of mechanical dif [...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-10 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Extreme care should be t aken when operating near loose o bjects such as gravel, rocks, wire, and ot her debris. Inspe ct the area be fore mowing. Foreign ob jects should be re moved from the site to prevent machine damage and/or bodily injury or even death. Any objec[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-11 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Follow these guidelines to re duce the risk of equipment and grass fir es while operating, servicing, and rep airing the Mower and T ractor: -Equip the T ractor with a fir e exti nguisher in an accesible location. -Do Not oper ate the Mower on a T ractor with an underf[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-12 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Rotary Mowers are capable un der adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distances (30 0 feet or more) and causing se rious injury or death. Follow safety messag es carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 Feet UNLESS: -Front and Rear Deflectors, [...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-13 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Connecting or Disconn ecting Implement Safet y Instructions and Practices DO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement dr iveline to a T ractor PTO. Use of an a dapter can double the operatin g speed of the Implement resultin g in excessive vibration, th[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-14 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Inst ructions and Practices Be particularly ca reful when transporting the Im plement with the T r actor . T urn curves 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 t[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-15 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY T ransport on ly at speeds where you can ma intain control of the equipment. Seriou s accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at high sp eeds. Unders tand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before transporting on str eets and highways.[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-16 © 201 1 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 installe d when using PTO-driven equipment. Alwa ys replace any shield if it is damaged or missing. (S3PT -8) Relieve hydraulic pr [...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-17 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Periodically inspect all moving part s for wear and replace when necessary with au thorized servic e part s. Look for loose fa steners, worn or broken p arts, and le aky or loose fittings. Make su re all pins have cotter pins and washers. Serious in jury may occur from[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-18 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY PA R T S I N F O R M AT I O N Rhino mowers use bala nced and matched system compone nts for blade car riers, blades, cuttershaft s, knives, knife hangers, roll ers, drivetrain component s, and be arings. These parts are made and tested to Rhino specifications. Non-gen[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-19 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals o n this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, us e, or reco nditioning. Rh ino cares ab out the safe ty of its customers, o perators, a nd bystanders, and will replace th [...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-20 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 00725746 1 PELIGRO T ranslate Sa fety Material 2. 007491 17 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard 3. D418 2 DANGER Keep A way - Blade Contact 4. 00756494 1 DANGER D/L Shield Missing 5. 00775933 2 W ARNING Guard Missing 6. 00769736 1 W ARNING Mai[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-21 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Description Peligro T ranslation, If you do not know how to read English, please find someone who knows how to read English. P/N 00725746[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-22 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P/N 007491 17[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-23 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY DANGER! Keep A way blade contact can cause serious injury or death. P/N D418 DANGER! Make certain that drivelin es are correct length and are se curely attached. P/N 00756494 W ARNING! - Guard Missing, Do Not Operate P/N 00775933[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-24 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY W ARNING! Failure to use and maintain shields and deflectors in good condition may lead to injury or death from ent anglement with rota ting parts, being hit by object s thrown with great force by blades, or by contact. Always replace guards which ha ve been removed f[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-25 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY DANGER! Keep Away Thrown Object s. Inspect the area before m owing for potential mower hazards. Remove or avoid all foreign objects such as wire, cable, met al objects, and all other foreign material. Foreign material can be thrown from the mower and cause serious b od[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-26 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY PELIGRO! S pan ish T ranslati on for Driveline Safety P/N 00773723 W ARNING! Avoid Bodily Injury , U se 540RPM PTO S peed Only . P/N D103 10 Hour - Lubrication Decal P/N 00755691 Operator's Manu al (with repair pa rts) and warranty was attached to this implement [...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-27 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Read Operato r ’ s Manual! The ope rator ’s manual is located inside this canister . If the manual is missing order one fr om your dealer . P/N 00776031 Slow Moving V ehicle Decal. Keep SMV reflector clean and visible. DO NOT transport or operate without the SM V .[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-28 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Model Name - TM60 00785208 Model Name - TM72 00785209 Model Name - TM84 00785210 Model Name - TM100 0078521 1[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-29 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Model Name - TURBO 00785212 INFORMA TION - 5 Y ear Gearbox W arranty 0077861 1[...]

SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-30 © 201 1 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 conce rning employer and employee eq uipment operators. Thi s section is not i ntended as a legal interpre tation of the law and sh[...]

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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 ALER T! 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 m[...]

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 pr otective 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 offer ed. 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 W ork 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 Contr ols 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. — Che[...]

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 -Thr own 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, Proper Equipment Shut Down Practices. ) Sloping ground par[...]

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 pr otective 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 — [...]

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 r eq[...]

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 realizado cortes en el terr eno 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[...]

Introduction Section 2-1 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION SECTION[...]

INTRODUCTION TM60/72/84/100 02/11 I ntroduction Section 2-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Finishing Mower is designed with care and built with quality ma terials 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 [...]

INTRODUCTION TM60/72/84/100 02/11 I ntroduction Section 2-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Y our RHINO TM finishing mower is des igned for light-duty cu tting such a s lawn maintenanc e plus sm all weed and grass control. With a reasonable amount of prev entive maintenance, your Mower will provide years of dependable ser vice. NEVER ALLOW C[...]

INTRODUCTION TM60/72/84/100 02/11 I ntroduction Section 2-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Attention Owner/Operator BEFORE OPERA TING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator’s Manual, completely underst and the Safety Messages and instructions, an d know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implem ent. 2. Fill out the W arra[...]

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

ASSEMBLY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Assembly Section 3-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y The TM60, TM72, TM84 and TM 100 mowers will attach to mo st tractors with Cat. I Th ree-Point hitch and a 540 RPM PTO. DO NOT EXCEED HORSEPOWER RECOMMENDA TIONS. Operating with PTO speed over 540 R PM can ca use exce ssive vibrat ion with su bsequent machine fai[...]

ASSEMBLY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Assembly Section 3-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y A-FRAME A TT ACHMENT FOR TM60-72-84 Attach the rear b race bars (1 ) to the re ar of the deck with 5/8 x 2 bolts(21), flatw asher(23 ), bushing( 15) and 5/8 locknut (18). In sert bar (5) between double lugs on deck and pin in place using pin (10) and co tter pin[...]

ASSEMBLY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Assembly Section 3-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y A-FRAME A TT ACHMENT FOR TM100 Attach th e rear brace bars (1) to the rear of the deck with 5/8 x 2 bolts ( 2 ), flatwasher (3), bushing (4) an d 5/8 locknut (5). Insert weldment (6) between doub le lugs on deck and pin in place using p in (7) and cotter pin (8)[...]

ASSEMBLY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Assembly Section 3-5 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y CASTER WHEEL A TT ACHMENTS Attach the right and lef t Axle Arm Weldment (14) to th e deck with 1/2” bolt s (1 1), flatwasher (8), 1/2” locknuts (10). Install to rear end of slot s in deck. Install axle d epth bushing (1) on each fork assembly . Insert fork s[...]

ASSEMBLY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Assembly Section 3-6 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y DRIVELINE A TT ACHMENT - TO GEARBOX 1. Insert yoke onto splined shaf t. Pull slide collar so yoke and slide onto gearbox shaft. 2. Move yoke ba ck and forth until colla r clicks and locks the yoke in place. Note: Shiel d has been removed for clarity .[...]

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

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION RHINO TM60/TM72/TM84 and TM100 FINISHING MOWER OPER A TION INSTRUCTIONS Rhino TM60/72/84/a nd TM100 finishing mowers are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers. These mowers are designed to cut grass, we eds, small br ush and other veget ative[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1. St andard Equipment and Specifications TM60 TM72 TM84 TM100 Cutting Width 60” 72” 84” 100” Overall W idth 61-3/4” 74” 86” 103” Overall Length 64” 70-1/4” 76” 87” Cutting Height 3/4” - 5-1/4” 3/4” - 5-1/4” 3/4” - 5-1/4” [...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2. OPERA TOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualifi ed operator . A qualified operator ha s read and understands th e implement and tractor Operator’s Ma nuals and is experienced in implement and tractor operation and al[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-5 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3. TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power cap acity to lift, pull, and oper ate the Power T ake Off (PT O) at the mower’s rated speed while tr aveling at a ground speed between 2 and 5 MPH. Operating the mower with [...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-6 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.3 T ractor Horsepower The horsepower r equired to operate the m ower depends on many factors including the vegetation to be cut, terrain con dition, oper ator exper ience, an d condition of the m ower and trac tor . For most mowing co ndition, the TM60 mow[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-7 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.6 Power T ake Off (PTO) 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 operate at either 5 40, or a combination of 540 a nd 1000 RPM PTO speeds. The ope rating speed of the mower and tractor can[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-8 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 4.1 Boarding the T ractor Use both hands and equ ipped handrails and steps for supp ort when boarding the tractor . Never use control levers for suppor t when mounting the tractor . Seat your self in the operator ’s seat and secur e the seat belt around yo[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-9 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 5. ST ARTING THE TRACTOR The operat or must have a complete un derstanding of th e placemen t, function , and opera tional use of all tractor cont rols before starting the tracto r . Review the tractor operator ’s manu al and consult an authorized dealer f[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-10 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.1 Connecting the Mower 1. Make sure the tra ctor is equipped with the correct PT O shaft. Change shafts if needed. 2. Shorte n or remo ve the tra ctor draw bar to avo id interference when rais ing and lowering the mower . 3. Board the tractor and st art[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-11 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8. CUTTING HEIG HT ADJUSTMENT Avoid personal injury! Be sure tractor engine is of f, key is removed, and ALLOW BLADES TO ST OP TURNING before dismounting to make adjust ments. 1. Using the tractor , raise the mower off th e ground and supp ort u nder it w[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-12 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.1 Driveline Le ngth Modification When fitting the mower to the tractor , the telescoping drive line 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, th[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-13 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION “Bottoming Out” Check Procedure • Disconnect driveline from the tracto r and slide the profiles together u ntil fully comp ressed. • Place a mark on the inner shield 1/8” from the end of the outer shield . • Reattach the dr iveline to the PTO [...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-14 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10. PRE-OPERA T ION INSPECTION AND SER VICE Before each use, a pre-ope ration inspection and service of the implement and tractor must be perform ed. This includes routine maintenan ce and scheduled lubricat ion, inspecting that all safety devices are equ[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-15 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.1 T ractor Pre-Op erat ion Inspection/Service Refer to the tr actor operator ’s manua l to ensure a complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled service is performed accordi ng to the manufacturers recommenda tions. The following are some of the i[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-16 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The operator’s manual and safety signs af fixed on the unit contain important instru ctions on the saf e and proper use of the equipment. Maintain these importan t safety features on the implement in good condition to ensure the information is available[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-17 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.3 Front Gauge Wheel Interference Check Do not operate mowe r until this interference check has been performed. If you change tractors, yo u must pe rform the ch eck for that mounting. Raise mower with tractor hydraulics to maximum height of tractor lif[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-18 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.4 Cutting Component Inspection Inspect blade p an and blade assembly for the following: OPS-U-0031 Inspect the Blades daily for abnormal we ar . REPLACE BLADES IMMEDIA TEL Y if any blade has: • Become bent or deformed from it’ s original shape or ?[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-19 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.5 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 bo lts has: • Visible cracks or • If the re [...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-20 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION T r actor PRE-OPERA T ION 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 [...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-21 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Finish Mower PRE-OPERA T ION Inspection Mower ID#________________________Make____________________ Date:_____________________________S hift____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-22 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 11 . 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 implem ent. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to han[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-23 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.1 St arting the T ractor The procedure to st art the tractor is model specific. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for st arting procedures for your p articular tractor . Consult an authorized dealer if the st arting procedure is unclear . Ensur[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-24 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.3 R aising the Mower Using the tractor 3-point hi tch control lever , raise the mower off the gro und about 6”, or just h igh enough to cle ar any ground obst acles. When raising the mower , mak e su re all connection p oints are secure ly attached [...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-25 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 11 . 5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines When crossing ditches with steep banks or going up sharp inclines, it is possibl e that the main driveline inner profile will penetrate into the outer housing to it s maximum depth until the asse mbly becomes sol[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-26 © 201 1 Alamo Group 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 damag e. If the gradient is so steep that such an approach increase s [...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-27 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become ent angled in the operating p arts of the mower head. These items could then swing out side the housing at greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous an[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-28 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Rotary Mowers are capable un der adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distances (30 0 feet or more) and causing se rious injury or death. Follow safety messag es carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 Feet UNLESS: -Front and Rear[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-29 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 12.4 PTO RPM and Ground S peed Ground speed for mowing will depend upon the height, type , and density of vege tation to be cut. Recommended speed for ef ficient mower per formance is between 2 and 5 mph(3-8 kph). Oper ate the mower at its full rated PT O[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-30 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Do not mow with two machines in the same ar ea except with Cab tractors with the windows 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 ition[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-31 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION S ta y alert and watch for trees, low hanging limbs, power lines, and other overhead obstacles and solid ground object s while you are operating. Use care to avoid hitting these items . OPS-R-0028_C When mowing across une ven areas such as road shoulde rs[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-32 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The grass is discharged to the rear and slightly to the righ t. T o keep clipping s off of streets and sidewalks mow two to three p asses clockwise as shown. OPS-R-0065 12.6 Shutting Down the Implement T o shut down attached mower head, first bring the tr[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-33 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 13. DISCONNECTING THE MO WER FROM THE TRACTOR Before disconnecting the mower , th e PTO must be disengaged an d blade rotation at a complete sto p. Move the mower to a leve l storage location and lower it to the ground. If the mower is not resting securel[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-34 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Lift Mower-T o disconnect the mower , first extend the tractor 3-point hitch top link to remove tension on the top link hitch pin. When the pin is loose and easy to rotate, remove the pin from the mowe r . Next remove both lower lift arms. After disconn e[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-35 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 14. MOWER STORAGE Properly prep aring and storing the mower at the en d of the season is critical to maintaining it s appearance and to help ensure years of de pendable service. The following are suggeste d storage procedures: • Thoroughly clean a ll de[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-36 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Before transporting th e tractor and mower , idle the tractor engine, di sengage the PTO an d wait for all mower moving parts to come to a complete stop. Once all mower part s are completely stopped, raise the mower to transport height. NOTE: When raising[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-37 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 15.1 T ransporting on Public Roadways Extreme caution should be use d when transporting the tractor and mower on public roadways. The tractor must be equipped with all requir ed safety warning fe atures including a SMV emblem and flashing warning lights t[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-38 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Make sure that all tr actor flashing warning lights, headlight s, and brake/tail light s are functioning properly befor e proceeding onto public roads. While newer model tractors have plenty o f lighting to provide warning signals and operating lighting, [...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-39 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 15.2 Hauling the T ractor and Implement Before transporting a loade d tractor and implement, measure the height and width dimensions and g ross weight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure that the load will be in compliance wit h the legal limits set for t[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-40 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 16. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Remedy STREAKING Slow blade speed. Operate PTO at 540 RPM. Worn blade tips. Replace with G enuine RHIN O Blades. See your RHINO Dealer . Dull blades. Sharpen blades u niformly . Blades unable to cut that pa[...]

OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-41 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION BEL T SLIPPING Belt loose. Repl ace with special RHINO belt. Belt glazed. Use belt dressing or replace. Oil on belt. Clean or replace. BEL T SLIPP AGE Mower overloading , material too Reduce tractor ground sp eed but maintain full PTO rpm. Cut material tw[...]

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

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Before operating your Fini shing Mower , make sure it is proper ly lubricated and thoroughly inspected. Only a minimum of time and effort is requir ed to regularly lubr icate and maintain this m achine to provide long life and trouble free oper ation. Al[...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX The Gearbox has been fill ed with lubricant prior to ship ment. However , you should check the oil level before operating, and freque ntly thereafter . The gearbox should n ot require additional lubricant unless the box is cracked or a seal is le[...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE DRIVELINE LUBRICA TION Grease Fitt ings are located on the C ross Assembly of each U-Joint and on th e telescopin g tubes. Gre ase the U-Joint after ea ch 8 hours of use. Mnt-R-0192 . Do not for ce grease through the Needle Cu p Assemblies. The telescopi[...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-5 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SPINDLE LUBRICA T ION Blade spindles must be lubricated daily (every 10 hrs). Access lubrication fitting th rough hole in outer shields and in center gearbox mounting. Grease spindle until a small amount of grease purges fr om the upper seal, wipe [...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-6 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SHARPENING Always sharpen both cu tting edges of each blade at the same time, the same amount, to maintain balance. Follow original sharpe ning pattern as shown. Do n ot sharpen blade to a razor e dge, but leave a 1/32" blu nt edge. Do not sha[...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-7 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BEL T REMOV AL/INST ALLA TION Shut off mower and tractor . Use following proced ure to access belt and sheaves. 1. Remove driveline from gearbox sh aft. 2. Remove b elt shields (1 ) and (5) 3. Remove bolt (3) from rear braces and to ggle link. Mnt-R-0305[...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-8 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE STORAGE Y our rot ary cutter represents an investment from which yo u should get the greatest possible b enefit. Therefore, when the season is over , the cutter should be thoroughly checked and prep ared for storage so that a minimum amount of work will [...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-9 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE[...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-10 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX SER VICING TOOLS NEEDED FOR DISASSEMBL Y AND ASSEMBL Y OF GEARBOX 1. Slide Hammer Puller 2. Loctite #5 900 3. Punch - Long Drif t 4. Needle Nose Pliers 5. Screw Driver 6. Internal Sna p Ring Pliers 7. Socket Wrench 8. 13mm So cket 9. Ball Pin Ham[...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-11 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX DISASSEMBL Y 1. Remove 4 Cover bolts (23) an d drain oil from housing. 2. Remove all grease seals (9 ), (3) and (1 1) by using screw driver to puncture steel case and then pry out each seal. Use caution not to scratch housing bores during removal[...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-12 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE P ARTS INSPECTION Inspect and clean all part s. Check bearings, shaft s, gear s, housing, and cover . Shaft s should be inspected at seal wear areas, bearin g areas, splines, and threads. Check housing for cracks and co ndition of th readed holes. If bea[...]

MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-13 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SPINDLE INSTRUCTIONS Mnt-R-0307 ASSEMBL Y PROCEDURE 1. Press (I tem 2) Cup into both e nds of (I tem 6) Hou sing S pindle. 2. Install (Item 3) Bearing into (Item 2) Cup on bottom side of (Item 6) Housing S pindle. 3. Press (Item7) Seal into bottom [...]

RHINO LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRANTIES 1.01. Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to t he original non-commercial, gover nm ental, or municipal purchaser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original co mmercial or industrial purchaser (“Purchaser”) that the goods purchased are free from defects in material[...]

TO THE OWNER/OPERA TOR/DEALER In addition to the standard Lim ited W arranty shown on the facing page, Rhino also provides: A FIVE-YEAR (60 months ) LIMITED WARRANTY* on GEARBOX component s provided they have be en properly maint ained† and have n ot been subjected to abuse or mis-use except as limited below . * W ARRANTY LIMIT A TIONS - GEARBOX [...]

TM60/72/84/100-SOM-02/1 1 P/N 00779788C Printed U.S.A TM60/72/84/100 REAR DISCHARGE FINISHING MOWERS[...]