Bush Hog R 1865 manual

©2010 Alamo Group Inc. $0.00 Published 1 1/10 Part No. 50068938C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL BUSH HOG ® 2501 Grif fin A ve. Selma, AL 36703 334-874-2700 www .bushhog.com REAR MOUNT BOOM MOWER This Operator' s Manual is an integral p art of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintaine d with the un it at all times. READ, UNDERST AND, an[...]

T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving p a rts are pote ntially hazardous . There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-mind ed operator who recognizes the poten tial hazards and fo llows reasonable safety practice s. The manufacturer has designed this impleme nt to be used with all its safety equipment pro perly atta ched to mini[...]

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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ........ ................................................. .......................................... ........... 1- 1 General Safety Instructions and Practic es .......... ................ ................... ................ ................ ........ .. ............. ..... 1-2 Operator Safety I nstructions and Pr[...]

Boom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Service . ... ............. ................ ............. ............. ................ ..... ........... 4-12 MACHINE CONTROLS ........ ............. ................. ............ ............. ................. ............ ............. ..... ..................... 4-19 Cable Controlled Models Only ......[...]

Safety Section 1-1 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SECTION[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-2 © 2010 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 manu facturer and should be to the owner/operator . Most accidents ca n be avo ided by being a ware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-3 © 2010 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 birth defect s or other reproductive harm. (S G- 30 ) Battery posts, ter min[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-4 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY KEEP A WA Y FROM ROT A TING ELEMEN TS to prevent entanglement and possible serious injury or death. (SG-24) Never allow children to play on or around T ractor or Implement. Children ca n slip or fall of f the Equipment and be injured or killed. Children can cause th e Implemen[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-5 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Connecting & Disconnecting Implem ent Safety Instructi ons & Practices The rota ting part s of this machine continue to rotate even af ter the T ractor has been turned of f. The ope rator shoul d remain in his seat for 6 0 seconds af ter the brake has be en set, the PT[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-6 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety In structions and Practices Never leave the T ractor and Implement unattended while the Implement is in the lif ted position. Accidental operation of lif ting leve r or a hydraulic failure may cause sudden drop of unit with injury or death by crushin[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-7 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Do not back up this impleme nt when the boom or mower head is extended. Backing cou ld damage the machine or its components. (SBM-1 9) Follow these guidelines to red uce the risk of equipment and grass fires w hile operating, serv icing, and repairing the Mower and T ractor: -[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-8 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Flail Mowers are capa ble under adverse conditio ns of throwing objects for great dist ances (300 feet or more) and causing seri ous injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY AR E WITHIN 300 FEET UNLESS: -Front and Rear Deflectors , Chain Gu[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-9 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Do not mount or dismou nt the T ractor while the tractor is moving. Mount the T ractor only when the T ractor and all moving part s are completely stopped. (SG-12) S tart tractor only when pr operly seated in the T ractor seat. S tarting a tractor in gear can resu lt in injury[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-10 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Do Not operate this equip men 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 equip ment. If you must enter in such areas, use a tractor with an enclosed Cab and close the windows to pr event insects from entering. If a tracto[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-11 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY 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 outside the housing at greater velocities than the blad es. Such a situation is extremely hazard ous and could result in se[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-12 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Saf ety Instructions and Practices Never leave the Implement a nd Power Unit unattend ed while the Implemen t is in the raise d position. Accidental op eration of a lifting leve r or a hydraulic failure may cause the implement to suddenly fa ll causing[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY DO NOT allow any person under a raised boom or mowe r head unless it is securely locked up or supported. DO NOT approach the Implement unless the T ractor is turned off a nd all motion has ceased. Never work un der the frame work, or any lifted com ponent un less the implem e[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-14 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Inst ructions and Practices Perform service, rep airs and lubrication accord ing to the maintena nce section. Ensure the unit is properly lubr icated as specified in the lubrication sched ule and all bolt s and nuts are properly torque d. Failure to prop [...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-15 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Secure the boom an d mower head in the transpo rt p osition before traveling o n public roads. Never transport on public roads with t he boom and mower hea d extended. Always disengage and lock out the hydraulic controls for the boom mower before tr ansporting. Inadvertent bo[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-16 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Concluding Safety In structions and Practices T ransport only at speeds where you can maint ain control of the equipment. Seriou s accident s and injuries ca n result from operating this equipment at high speeds. Underst and the Tra ctor and Implement a nd how it handles befo[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-17 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Bush Hog supplies safety decals on this produ ct to promote safe oper ation. Dam age to th e decals ma y occur while in shippin g, use, or rec onditioning. Bush Hog cares about the safety of its customers, operators, and bystanders, and will re place the [...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-18 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1. D433 1 Decal Sheet Multiple Haza rd 2. D388 1 D ecal She et Driveline Hazards 3. D355 1 IMPOR T ANT Check Chains 4. 02962764 6 W ARNING Pinch Points/Scissors 5. 02962765 1 DANGER Multiple Haza rd/Crushing 6. 02965262 1 W ARNING Oil Leak[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-19 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1. 50061049 1 LOGO Bush Hog 2. 24028 1 W ARNING Rubber Defle ctors 3. 02965141 1 W ARNING Thrown Object s 4. 1290738 1 INSTRUCT Euro Mu lti-Instruction Flail Head 5. 09.821 .35 1 MUL TI-DECAL Eur o Multi-Instruction Hazard 6. 1458392 1 REF[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-20 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1. 3688303 1 DANGER Sha rp Blades 2. 09.821.35 1 MUL TI-DECA L Euro Multi-Decal 3. 1458392 1 REFLECT Red Reflector 4. 1458393 1 REFLECT Y ellow Reflector 5. nfs 1 SERIAL PLA TE Serial Number Plate[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-21 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Description Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P/N D433 Decal D433 consist s of the following multi-hazards.[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-22 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Driveline Hazards P/N D388 Decal D388 consist s of th e following multi-hazards.[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-23 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY IMPOR T ANT! Keep Sway Bar Chains T ight P/N D355 W AR NIN G! Pinch Points P/N 02962764 DANGER! Crushing and Pinch Point s. Moving machinery p arts can pinch or crush or fall- which may cause injury or death. P/N 02962765 W ARNING! Failure to INSPECT and REP AIR or REPLACE Ho[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-24 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY DANGER! Crushing Hazard Serious injury can result fr om contact with moving boom. S tay clear of boom swing ar e. P/N D354 P/N 50065309 Logo Product Name: Bush Hog (1 4.85”) P/N 50068739 MODEL NAME - RMB 1865 P/N 50061049 Logo Product Name: Bush Hog (2 2”)[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-25 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY INFORMA T ION - Safety Booklet D524 Read Operato r ’s Ma nual! The opera tor ’s ma nual is located inside this canister . If the manual is missing order one from you r dealer . P/N 46505.01 Slow Moving V ehicle Decal. Keep SMV reflector clean and visible. DO NOT transpo r[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-26 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY TO A VOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA TH only operate on T ractor equipped with fully enclosed CAB. P/N D569 W ARNING! Inspect Rubber Deflector an d replace if damaged or notice ably worn. Do not operate mower if deflector is missing or dama ge d. P/N 24028 W AR NING! - Cutting whi[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-27 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Euro Multi Decal P/N 09.821.35 Red Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visible. P/N 1458392 Amber Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visib le. P/N 1458393 Grease 8 Hour s P/N 09.810.01[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-28 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY DANGER! Keep A way Sharp Blad es. 3688303[...]

SAFETY RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section 1-29 © 2010 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. This section is no t intended as a legal interpretation of the law and should not b[...]

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Introduction Section 2-1 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION SECTION[...]

INTRODUCTION RMB 1865 11/10 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Hydraulic Boom Mower is des ign ed with care and built with quality materials by skilled w orkers. Proper assembly , maintenance, and operating practices, as described in this manual, will help the owner /operator get years of satisfactory service from t[...]

INTRODUCTION RMB 1865 11/10 Introduction Section 2-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION The Bush Hog Boom Mowe r is primarily designed fo r grass cutting and tr imming hedges. This mower is assembled for oper ation with 540 RPM tractor in put only . With proper use and maintena nce the mower should provide years of depen dable service. For Non-A[...]

INTRODUCTION RMB 1865 11/10 Introduction Section 2-4 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION A TTENTION OWNER/ OPERA TOR BEFORE OPERA TING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator’s Manual, completely underst and the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the Mowe r and Power Unit. 2. Fill out the W a rranty Ca[...]

Assembly Section 3-1 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y SECTION[...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y TRACTOR SELECTION MINIMUM TRACTOR WEIGHT - including ba llast weight if necessary: 7,750 lbs. MINIMUM HP REQUIREMENTS: 65 HP LINKAGE: Category 2 P. T. O . S H A F T: T ractor must be equipped with a live drive PTO to enable forward motion to be stopped while the flail h[...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-3 © 2010 Alamo Grou p Inc. ASSEMBL Y TRACTOR PREP ARA TION Fitting Operator Guard Use tractor with safety glass windows if possible and fi t Operator guard using the h ooks provided. Shape me sh to cover all vulnerable area s. Remember the driver must b e looking through mesh a nd/or polycarbona te glazin[...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-4 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Suggestions to increase st ability: • Increasing rear wheel track; a tractor with a wider whee l track is more stable. • Ballasting the wheel; it is pre ferable to use external weight s but liquid can be added to around 75% of the tire volume – water with anti-fre[...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-5 © 2010 Alamo Grou p Inc. ASSEMBL Y A TT ACHMENT TO TRACT OR • Reverse tractor squarely up to the machine. • Connect the tractors dra ft links - sele cting the rear most hole in th e machines lower link brackets that allow th e machine to be moun ted without contactin g the tractor . • Ensure that [...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-6 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y • Fit the machine to to p link (Optional T op Link available). • Raise machine on tractor linkag e until the tractor ’s PTO and the machine’s gearbox stub shaft ar e approximately in line.[...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-7 © 2010 Alamo Grou p Inc. ASSEMBL Y The four levers of machin e controls must be operate d from the tractor seat. During this operation ensu re no one is standin g on or among the linkage arms o r bars. Set tractor hydraulics to positio n control. Never allow anyone belo w the frame unless it is securely[...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-8 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y • Adjust using the mounting hole that allows the PTO and gearbo x shaft to alig n as near as possible. • Fit positioning stop s - these remain in position until tractor is changed. • Lower tractor linka ge control so that th e machine weight is taken by the yoke.[...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-9 © 2010 Alamo Grou p Inc. ASSEMBL Y • Raise the stand legs in to the work position and secure with lock pins. • T ighten check chains and/or stabilizer bars. • Fit machine controls in to the cab. (Optional Cables available) • Measure PTO an d cut to dimension shown. Note: For subsequent use on di[...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-10 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y • Fit PTO shaf t in position. • Attach torque chains to a convenie nt location to prevent rota tion of the shaf t guarding. • Ensure the Lif t Ram tap and Slew Ra m tap s are open. • Operate the lif t up controls and raise the dipper arm end just enough to clea[...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-11 © 2010 Alamo Grou p Inc. ASSEMBL Y Flailhead Att achment Operate machine controls to m aneuver boom arm into flail head attachment. Th e bottom o f the hose connection bracket must b e parallel wi th the ground. Refer to torque ch art for correct bolt torque settings. With the arms at h alf reach and t[...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-12 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y OIL REQUIREMENTS Ta n k Rear mounted hydraulic pumps are att a ched directly to the trac tor PTO and will be operating when the tractor engine is running. Never start a trac tor with a rear mounted pump attached without first filling the hydraulic tank with the correc [...]

ASSEMBLY RMB 1865 11/10 Assembly Section 3-13 © 2010 Alamo Grou p Inc. ASSEMBL Y REMOV AL FROM TRACT OR Read carefully befo re commencing to remove th e machine from the tractor . The order of the following step s must be followed exactly . Disconnecting the top link m ust be the last o peratio n prior to driving the tr actor away from the machine[...]

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Operation Sec tio n 4- 1 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION SECTION[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11 /10 Operation Section 4-2 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION BUSH HOG RMB 1865 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Bush Hog Boom Mowers are man ufactured with quality material by skilled work ers. These mowers are designed for cutting gra ss and small weeds. The mowe r is equipped with protective deflectors to prevent objects be ing thro[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11 /10 Operation Section 4-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1. St andard Equipment and S pecifications St andard Specifications T ractor Requiremen t s Minimum T ractor HP Requirements 65 HP PT O Minimum T ractor W ei ght 7716lbs (3500kg) Machine Specifications Maximum Machine Reach 18’ (5.5m) 19’-7” (6.0m) Machine wei[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11 /10 Operation Section 4-4 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 2. OPERA T O R REQUIREM ENTS 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 an d is experienced in implement and tractor operation and all a[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11 /10 Operation Section 4-5 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3. TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS In addition to tractor horsep ower a nd size re quir ed to o per ate th e mower un it, the tra c tor m ust also be prope rly equipped to provide operat or protecti on, to alert approaching vehicle drivers of the tractor’s presence, and to [...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11 /10 Operation Section 4-6 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3.3 T ractor Lighting and SMV Emblem If the tractor will be operated near or traveled on a public roadw ay it must be equipped wit h proper warning lighting and a Slow Mo ving V ehicle (SMV) emblem which ar e clearly visible fro m the rear of the unit. Most tractor[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11 /10 Operation Section 4-7 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.6 T ractor Horsepower The horsepower requir ed to operate the mower depends on many factors including veget ation to be cut, terrai n condition, operato r experience, and co ndition of the mo wer and tractor . For most mowing condition, th e 1600 boom mower requir[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11 /10 Operation Section 4-8 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3.8 Hydraulics The RMB 1865 is availab le with a tota lly Independen t hydr aulic system complete with Rotor Rotation Control. The rotor can be st arted, stopped, or reversed by operating a leve r on the Control Console. 3.9 Front End Weight A minimum of 20% tota l[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11 /10 Operation Section 4-9 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Do not mount or dismou nt the T ractor while the tractor is moving. Mount the T ractor only when the T ractor and all moving part s are completely stopped. (SG-12) 4.1 Boarding the T ractor Use both hands and equippe d handrails and steps for supp ort when boarding [...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-10 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 5. ST ARTING THE TRACT OR The operat or must have a co mplete und erstanding of the p lacement, fun ction, and op erational us e of all tractor cont rols before starting th e tractor . Review the tractor operator’s manual and consu lt an authorized dealer for tr[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-11 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6. PRE-OPERA TION INSPECTION AND SER VICE Before each use, a pre- operation inspectio n and service of the implement a nd tractor must be perform ed. This includes routine mainten ance and scheduled lub ricat ion, inspecting that all safety devices are equippe d an[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-12 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.2 Boom Unit Pre-Operati on Inspection and Service Inspect and service the boom arm a nd head prior to ope ration. Damaged a nd/or broken p arts should be repaired an d/or replaced immediately . T o ensure th e unit is ready for operat ion, conduct the following:[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION FRAME ASSEMBL Y • Ensure all bolts and screws are in position and are properly torqued. • Ensure all pins are in pla ce and fastened with screws. • Ensure frame is properly mounted to tractor and hardware is pro perly installed a nd tightened. OPS-B- 0021_H B[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-14 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Relieve hydraulic pressure prio r to doing any maintenance or repair work on the Implement. Place the Mower Head on the grou nd or secur e ly supp orte d on blocks o r st ands, disengage the PTO, and turn off the engine . Push and pull the control Levers or Joysti[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-15 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Attention: Oil Filler Cap is also the Pressure Relief Cap. Remove cap slo wly to relieve pressure be fore removing cap comp letely . S tay clear to prevent being scalded with hot o il that may spray out of the t ank that is still pressurized and may cause serious i[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-16 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION SICKLE BAR INSPECTION • Inspect blades and blade bolt s for looseness and excessive wear . Replace damaged, worn, and missing blades. • Ensure guards are in position a nd not damaged. Replace worn, bro ken, and missing guards. • Inspect that all bolts and sc[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-17 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION T ractor PRE-OPERA TIO N Inspection T ractor ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Shift ____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park [...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-18 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Boom Mower PRE-OP ERA TION Inspection Mower ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Shift ____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park [...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-19 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7. MACHINE CONTROLS 7.1 Cable Controlled Models Only 7.2 Lever Functions Slew: Allows Slew working Auto Reset: Allows normal working[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-20 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION An angle float position can be sele cted which allows t he flail head to auto matically angle itself to follow the contours of the ground. T o obtain this po sition the co ntrol lever must be pushed away from the operator beyon d its normal range until it locks in[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-21 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8. Rotor Controls-Gear Hydraulic Machine Only REVERSING ROT A TION • Select “ROTOR OFF” • W ait until rotor has stopped tur ning • Turn the small lever on the side of the rotor control lever pivot bo x through 180°. (This will reset the control lever sto[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-22 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9. BREAKA W A Y The machine is fitted with a hydraulic breakaway device which protects the structur e of the machine should a n unforeseen o bstacle be encountered. NOTE: The breakaway functi on does not relieve th e operator of his resp onsibility to drive carefu[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-23 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.1 Powered Slew The slew fe ature allows a 95° a rc of powere d arm mo vement on the working side from ri ght angles to the tractor to 5º beyond the direct line astern. The featur e is require d to plac e the mach ine in the tran sport po sition but ca n also be[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-24 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 10. WIRE TRAP The flail head is equipped with a wire cu tting edge welded into the underside. Th is is to en su re t ha t t he ends of any wire that may be e ntwined in the rotor are cut and fall within the confines of the flail head. This plate shou ld not be int[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-25 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 13. High V olt age Cables Depending on the volt age of the cables and the weather condition s there is a danger of electric flashover if the head or ar ms approach the cables too closely . AL WA YS MAINT AIN A MINIMUM CLEARANCE DIST ANCE OF 5’ WHEN OPE RA TING NE[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-26 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Cut the side and bottom of the road side. T o p cu t the hedg e to the he ig ht re qu ir ed .[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-27 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 15. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport req uires the operator to po ssess a thorough kn owledge of the model b eing operated and precaution s to take while driving with a n attached implement. Ensure the trac tor has the capacity to handle the[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-28 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 15.1 St arting the T ractor The procedure to st art the tractor is model specific. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for st arting procedures for your p articular tractor . Consult an authorized dealer if the st arting procedure is unclear . Ensure the 3-po[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-29 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 15.3 Driving the T ractor and Boom S tart of f driving at a slow speed and gradu ally increase your speed while maintainin g complete control of the tractor . Never operate the tractor at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent the operator from [...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-30 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 16. OPERA TING THE TR ACT OR AND IM PLEM ENT THE OPERA T OR MUST COMPLETEL Y UNDERST AND HOW TO OPERA T E THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT AND ALL CONTROLS BEFO RE A TTEMPTING TO OPERA TE. The operator must read and underst and the Safety and Operation Se ctions of the i[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-31 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 16.2 Byst anders/Passersby Precaution s If a bystande r come s within 30 0 fee t of the tra ctor while th e mo wer i s being oper ated, stop the tractor at once, idle the engine and disengag e the PTO. Do not engage the PT O again until all bystanders are well p a [...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-32 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 16.4 Operating Speed and Ground S peed Ground speed for mowing will depend upon the height, type, and density of veget ation to be cut. Do Not exceed 2 MPH while op erating. Operate th e mower at it s full rated PTO speed to maint ain blade speed for a clean cut. [...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-33 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION There are obvio us and hidden poten tial hazards in the oper ation of this Mower . REMEMBER! This machine is of ten operated in heavy brush and in heavy weeds. The Bla des of this Mower ca n throw objects if shields are not pro perly installed and maint ained. Seri[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-34 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 16.6 Operating the Att ached Mower Heads Refer to the Assembly Section of this man ual to ensure the head is prop erly atta ched to the boom hitch and hydraulic lines are p roperly connected. Flail • The H48 is rated to cut material up to 1” in diameter . The [...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-35 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 16.7 Shutting Down the Att ached Head T o shut down attached mower head , first bring the tractor to a complete stop. Decrease engine RPM to idle then disengage cutterhea d. The mower head will come to a complete stop within a suitable amount of time. Do not engage[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-36 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 17. TRACT OR, BOOM, AND A TT ACHED HEAD STORAGE Properly prep aring and storing the unit at the e nd of th e season is critical to maint a ining its appearance and to help ensure years of depend able service. The following are suggested stor age procedures: • Th[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-37 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION TRANSPORT POSITION • Select ROTOR OFF and wait until rotor has stopped turning • Ensure that the “LIFT” and “ANGLE FLOA T” are switched “OFF” • Select “SLEW” mode on the control assembly . • Operate “SLEW IN” • Operate “LIFT” and ?[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-38 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION • Operate “REACH IN” u ntil dipper arm contact s the transpor t cradle. • Select “LIFT UP” and raise the arms unti l the tension link is 300m m fro m the tra ct or cab. • Operate “ANGLE” and position the flail head in as compact positi on as poss[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-39 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 19. TRANSPORT POSITION-Head Att ached The machine is transported in line to the rear of th e tractor with a min imum of 300mm cle arance between the tension link and the rear cross member of the tractor cab. 20. TRANSPORT POSITION-Head Removal With the flail head r[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-40 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION NOTE: Ensure that the mo wer sections are fully raised and that the transp ort locks are enga ged for each section. Before transp orting the tractor on a public roadway or boarding a trailer for tran sport, the tr actor brake pedals should be lo cked together . Lo[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-41 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The SMV (Slow-Movin g V ehicle) emb lem is universal symbol used to alert drivers of the presence of equipme nt traveling on roadways at a slow speed. SMV signs are a triangula r bright orange with reflective r ed trim for both easy day and night visibility . Ma ke[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-42 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Reduce speed before tur ning or ap plying th e brake s. Ensure that both brake pedals ar e locked together when operating on public roads. OPS-U- 0023 When transporting Boom Mower on a truck or trailer , the height or wid th may exceed legal limits whe n the boom [...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-43 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Use adequately sized and rated traile rs and equipment to transport the tractor and imp lement. Consult an author ized dealer to determin e the proper equipment required. Using a dequately sized chains, heavy duty straps , cables and/or binde rs, securely tie down [...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-44 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 21. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Hydraulic Cylinder Hydraulic level low . Check hydraulic fluid level. Not Working (See sight gauge on tank) Pump not functioning Attempt to use another cylinder or properly . pressure gauge. Cylinder[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-45 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Excessive Vibration s Blade Broken. Replace blades, in sets . Blade carrier bent. Replace carrier . Blade hub not properly Remove hub, check t apered spline seated on shaf t shaft, clean an d replace. New Blade or bolts ma tch[...]

OPERATION RMB 1865 11/10 O peration Section 4-46 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Clutch Slips Excessively Clutch linings badly worn or Repair clutch per main tenance plates warp ed. section of m anuals. T oo much power for clutch. Reduce groun d speed and material intake. Oil on facing s. Replace fac ings[...]

Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 1 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SECTION[...]

MAINTENANCE RMB 1866 11/10 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE LUBRICA TION General Grease all locatio ns shown da ily . PTO SHAFT INSPECTION Regularly check the PT O guards for damage and ensure th e antirotation chains are in place and that their anchor point s are in good condition. Do not operat e the ma chine with any [...]

MAINTENANCE RMB 1866 11/10 Maintenance Section 5-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Oil Supply Check the oil level in the rese rvo ir da ily . No fixed time period can be quo ted for oil chan ges as operating co nditions and mainte nance st and ards vary so widely . Burnt and scorched oil odors and the oil darkening and thicken[...]

MAINTENANCE RMB 1866 11/10 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Hose Replacement 1. Replace one hose at a time to avoid the risk of wrong connections. 2. When the hose is screwed to an additional fittin g or union, use a seco nd spanner on the union to avoid breaking both seals. 3. Do not use jointing compound on the thread [...]

MAINTENANCE RMB 1866 11/10 Maintenance Section 5-5 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE FLAIL HEAD 1. Frequently inspe ct the rotor asse mbly for damaged or mi ssing flails. Bo lts and nuts se curing the flails to the rotor should be regularly checked and kept tight. The correct torque setting fo r these locknuts is 135 Nm (100 lbs/ft.). Use only t[...]

MAINTENANCE RMB 1866 11/10 Maintenance Section 5-6 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE PTO GEARBOX Refill the gearbox after the first initia l 50 hours and thereafter yearly or 500 hour intervals. or whichever comes first. Drainage of the gearbox for an oil change is via the drai n plug located on the base of the gearbox. T o refill or for ‘topp[...]

MAINTENANCE RMB 1866 11/10 Maintenance Section 5-7 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE PROPER TORQUE V ALUES FOR F ASTENERS The chart lists the cor rect tightening torque fo r fastener s. When bolts are to b e tightened or re placed, refer to this chart to determine the grade of bolts and the prop e r torque except when specific torqu e values are[...]

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T O THE OWNER/OPERA T OR/DEALER T o keep your implement running ef ficiently and safely , read your manual thoroughly a nd follow these direction s and the Safety Messages in this Manua l. The T able of Cont ents clearly identifies each section where you ca n easily find the informa tio n yo u ne ed . The OCCUP A TIONAL SAFETY AND HEAL TH ACT (19 2[...]

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