Alamo Switchblade Sickle Bar 5 manual

©2009 Alamo Group Inc. $0.00 Published 03/09 Part No. 02982612C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL ALAMO INDUSTRIAL ® 1502 E. W alnut Seguin, T exas 78155 830-372-3551 Email: parts@alamo-industrial.com SICKLE BAR This Opera tor's Manual is an integr al part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all times. READ, UND[...]

T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving p arts are potentially hazardou s. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who re co gnizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practice s. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all it s safety equi pment properly attached to minimize[...]

In order to reduce accidents and enha nce the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Industrial, in cooperation with other industry manufacturers has developed the AEM/FEMA I ndustrial and Agri cultural Mower Safety Practices video and guide book. The video will familiari ze and instruct mower -tractor operators in safe practic es when using industrial an[...]

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[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION......... ........................................................................................... ........... 1 -1 General Safety Instructions and Practic es ............... ................ ............. ................ ................ ......... ....... ............ 1-2 Decal Description .............. ......[...]

LEDGER PLATES ................ ................. ............. ................ ............. ................ ............. ......... ................ ............ 4-8 Cylinder Rod Maintenance .................... ............. ................ ................ ............. ................ ........ .............. ............ 4-8[...]

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

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-2 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. 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, and observing[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-3 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY N ever opera t e th e T rac t or or I mp l emen t un til you h ave rea d an d completely under stand this Manual , the T ractor Operator ’s Ma nual, and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Tr actor and Implement. Learn ho w to stop the tractor engine sudd[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-4 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Never allow children to operate, ri de on, or come close to the T ractor or Implement. Usually , 16-17 year-old child ren who are mature and responsible can operate the implement with adult supervision, if they have read and underst and the Operator’s Manuals, been trained in [...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-5 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. 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 position exceeds[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-6 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY T ransport only at speeds where you can maint ain control of the equipment. Seriou s accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at high speeds. Understand the Tra ctor and Implement and how it hand les before transporting on street s and highways. Make sure [...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-7 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY NEVER use drugs or alco hol immediately before or while operating the T ractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator’s alertness and coordination and theref ore af fect the operator ’s ability to operate the equipment safely . Before operating the T ractor[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-8 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Replace bent or broke n blades with new blades. NEVER A TTEMP T TO STRAIGHTEN, WELD, OR WELD HARDF ACING ON BLAD ES SINCE THIS WILL LIKEL Y CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT F AILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES. (SGM-10) Relieve hydraulic pre[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-9 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY D o no t opera t e M ower if excess i ve v ib ra ti on ex i s t s. I n th e case o f ex t reme v ib ra ti on, s h u t down the Mower an d the T ractor engine and wait until all motion has st op pe d . In spect the Mower to determine the so urce of the vibratio n. If any Mower bl[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-10 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY The rot ating part s of this machine have be en designed and te sted for rugged use. However , the blades could fail upon imp act with heavy , solid objects such as meta l guard rails and concrete structures. Such im pact could cause the broke n objects to be thrown outward at [...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-11 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Alamo Industrial su pplies safety decals on this product to pro mote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Alamo Indust rial cares a bout the safety of its customers, operators, and b ystanders, and will r[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-12 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-13 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION -- - 1. 02966305 1 INSTRUCT Universal T ractor 2. 02974997 1 NAME Switch Blade 3. 02965262 1 W ARNING Hose Burst 4. 000678 1 INSTRUCT Grease Fittin g Ins i de 5. 02962765 1 DANGER Multiple Hazard 6. 0614500 1 CAUTION No S tep 7. NFS 1 SER P[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-14 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION -- - 1. 02970354 1 INSTRUCT Knife Clearance 2. 02965093 1 INSTRUCT Proper Engine 3. 00725746 1 PELIGRO S panish T ranslation 4. 0410300 1 W ARNING W arning Sign 5. 02975270 1 INSTRUCT Bar Reversing Instruction 6. 02974321 1 INSTRUCT V alve [...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-15 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Description INFORMA TION - Attention - Service Hydraulic System with Universal Tr acto r Hydraulic Oil. Alamo Group pa rt Number 02966307. 02966305 NAME LOGO P/N 02974997 W ARNING! Failure to INSPECT and REP AIR or REPLACE Hoses may allow worn Hoses t o rupture SUDDENL Y [...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-16 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DANGER! Crushing and Pinch Point s. Moving machiney p arts can pinch or cru sh or fall- which may cause injury or death. P/N 02962765 CAUTION! Not a step, keep hands and feet off machine. P/N 0614500 IMPORT ANT - Inspect knife to ledger plate clearance daily . Poor cutting perf[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-17 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Peligro T ranslation, If you do not know how to read English, please find someone who knows how to read English. P/N 00725746 CAUTION! Keep all shields in place. Keep hands,feet and clothing away from power-driven part s. S top machine to adjust and oil. If mech anism becomes c[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-18 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY A TTENTION! Bump cont rol handle to reset cutterhead. P/N 02982584[...]

SAFETY SB5/6 03/09 Safety Section 1-19 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intend ed to explain in broa d terms the conc ept and effect of federal laws an d regulations concerning emplo yer and employee equipment o perat ors. This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the law and should not b[...]

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

INTRODUCTION SB5/6 03/09 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Switch Blade is designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers . Proper assembly , maintenance, and ope rating practices, as described in this manual, will help t he owner/operator get years of satisfactory service from the machine. [...]

INTRODUCTION SB5/6 03/09 Introduction Section 2-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION . The simplistic, time-tested design of the Switch Blade® of fers it s users a fast, efficient, cost-effective method of vegetation main tenance. Designed for tractors with smaller horsepowe r engines, it is both safe and reliable. Users can depend on the Switc[...]

INTRODUCTION SB5/6 03/09 Introduction Section 2-4 © 2009 Alamo Group 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 W arr anty C ard [...]

Operation Section 3-1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION SECTION[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION ALAMO INDUSTRIAL SWITCH BLADE SICKLE BAR OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Alamo Industrial Switch Blade are m anufactured with quality ma terial by skilled workers. The Switch Blade is designed for cutting gra ss and weeds up to 1/2” diameter such as in right s-of-way and road[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1.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 all associated [...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2.TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power capacity to lift, pull, and oper ate the Power T ake Off (PT O) at the mower ’s rated speed while travelin g at a ground speed between 2 and 5 MPH. Operating th e mower with a tracto r t[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2.4 T ractor Hydraulics The Switch Bar is controlle d by two leve rs from th e trac tor cab. There are two cylind ers on the unit one is th e “tilt “and “Lift” cy linders. The tilt is used in conjunction with the t ilt control lever to cont rol the Up, Lock, Dow[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 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) 3.1 Boarding the T ractor Use both hands and equ ipped handrails and steps for supp ort when boarding the[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION BEFORE leaving the tractor seat, always engage the brake and/or set the tractor transmission in parking ge ar , disengage the PTO, stop the engine, remove the key , and wait for all moving part s to stop. Place the tractor shift lever into a low range or p arking gear t[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 5.PRE-OPERA TION INSPECTION AND SERVICE Before each use, a pre-ope ration inspection and service of the imple ment and tractor must be performed. This includes routine maintenan ce and scheduled lubricat ion, inspecting that all safety devices are equipped and functiona[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-9 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 5.1 T ractor Pre-Operation 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 items that require [...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-10 © 2009 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 to the operat[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-11 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION SICKLE BAR ASSEMBL Y • Inspect condition of Serrated Knifes. • Inspect condition of Sickle Bar knife guards. • Ensure all bolts and screws are in position and are properly to rq ue d . • Ensure all knife clips are in pl ace and fastened with screws. • Ensure [...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION HYDRAULIC PUMP/OIL RESERVOIR • Check oil reservoir level and oil condition. (Add specific type oil if low) • Change hydraulic oil filter and hydrauli c oil according to mainte nance schedule. • Ensure there are no oil leaks a nd fitting are properly connected •[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-13 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6. DRIVING THE TRACTO R AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport requ ires the operator possess a thorough knowledge of the model being operated and precautions to t ake while driving with an att ached implem ent. Ensure the tractor has the cap acity to handle the weight o[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-14 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.1 St arting the T r actor 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-point c[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-15 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.3 Driving the T ractor and Switch Blade S tart off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the tractor and mower . Moving slowly at first will also pr ev ent the tractor from rear ing up and loss of steering con[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-16 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Position Controls Always keep a carefu l lookout and use extreme care when working around overhead obstructions. Never allow the Mower head or boo m within 10 feet of any powe r line. When working close to overhead power lines consul t your electric comp any for a safe[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-17 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION All operating positions of th e mower are controlled with two control valve levers. The 'lift' function contr ol permits selection of Up, Lo ck, or Down position and the 'tilt' control may be placed in one of four positions; Up, Lock, Down, or Float[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-18 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.4 CUTTER BAR BREAK-BACK When the cut ter bar strikes an obstru ction while traveling forward, it will br eak back against the rotor actuator . The cutter bar w ill stay back until you bump the control ha nd to return it to the cutting position. NOTE: The Beak-A way S[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-19 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.5 Operating the Switch Blade Only operate the unit from the tractor o perator ’ s seat with the seatbelt securely fastened on a ROPS or cab equipped tractor . The unit is designed for roadside mowin g of grass and small weeds. Sharp blades will produce a cleane r c[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-20 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.6 Shutting D own the Switch Blade T o shut down implement, first bring the tractor to a complete stop. Decrease eng ine RPM to idle then disengage implement. The implement will come to a complete stop within a suitable amount of time. Do not engage or disengage the i[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-21 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8. TRACTOR AND SWITCH BLADE ST ORAGE Properly prep aring and storing the unit at the end of the season is critical to main tane its appe arance and to help ensure years of dep endable service. The following are suggested storage pr ocedures: • Thoroughly clean all de[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-22 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 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) The control valve inco rporates load holding components which will keep the bar locked in position. Under normal tran sport situation[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-23 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The SMV (Slow-Moving V ehicle) emblem is universal symbol used to aler t drivers of the presence of equipment tr aveling on roadways at a slow speed. SMV signs are a triangular brigh t orange with r eflective r ed trim f or both ea sy day an d night visibility . Make s[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-24 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION When operating on pu blic roads, have consideration for other road users. Pull to the side of the road oc casionally to allow all following traffic to pass. Do no t exceed the legal speed limit set in your country f or agricult ural tractor s. Always stay alert when tr[...]

OPERATION SB5/6 03/09 Operation Section 3-25 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.2 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 areas that w[...]

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Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SECTION[...]

MAINTENANCE SB5/6 03/09 Maintenanc e Section 4- 2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE LUBRICA TION INFORMA TION For continued g ood cutting and trouble-fr ee operation, it is important to follow these instructions accurately . Shut off th e tractor engine and remove key before lubricating the mowe r . Greasing: Wipe dirt from grease fittings a nd [...]

MAINTENANCE SB5/6 03/09 Maintenanc e Section 4- 3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE INITIAL HYDRAULIC SYSTEM CLEANING After the first 100 hou rs of oper ation, or if the filte r condition g auge sho ws in the re d ar ea wh en the oil is above 100°F drain, clean a nd repla ce the filter . Replace the oil af ter 250 hrs of op erat ion. The oil a [...]

MAINTENANCE SB5/6 03/09 Maintenanc e Section 4- 4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE CUTTERBAR ADJUSTMENTS Lead : The lead a ngle of the cutter bar is preset at the factory at 3/16" per foot. The lead may be changed, if desired. T o reduce the lead, mo ve the washers fro m the outside of the cutter ba r support pla te in between the rubber s[...]

MAINTENANCE SB5/6 03/09 Maintenanc e Section 4- 5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE 3. Sight down the bar and loo k for a knife section in close cont act with a g uard ledger . If the section to the right and lef t are b oth 1/8" if the ledger , DO NOT be nd the two side ones up until they contact th e knife. This is WRONG! The high guard s[...]

MAINTENANCE SB5/6 03/09 Maintenanc e Section 4- 6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE[...]

MAINTENANCE SB5/6 03/09 Maintenanc e Section 4- 7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PUMP & MOTOR The pump and moto r is the heart of the hydraulic circuit and is vital to the performa nce of all Triumph mowers. Worn p umps and motors should be replaced or repaired. It is re commended that most customers replace when this o c[...]

MAINTENANCE SB5/6 03/09 Maintenanc e Section 4- 8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE LEDGER PLA TES T riumph rock guards use bolt- on ledger plates. It is not necessary to rem ove the guards from the cutter bar . Follow this simple procedure to remove the ledgers. (Remove the k nife from the mower first.) 1. Raise the cu tter bar off the ground a[...]

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ALAMO-INDUSTRIAL LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRANTIES 1.01. Alamo Industrial warr ants for one year from the purchase date to the original non -commercia l, governmental, or municipal purchaser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industr ial purchaser 1.02. Manufacturer will replace for the Purchaser any [...]

T o keep your implement running ef ficiently and safely , read your manual thoroughly and follow these dire ction s and the Safety Messages in this Ma nual. The T able of Cont ents clear ly identifies each section 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[...]

SWITCHBLADE 5/6 - SOM 03/09 Printed in USA P/N 02982612C[...]