Rhino Mounts FN15 manual

©2010 Alamo Group Inc. FN10/FN15 NITRO Published 02/10 Part NO. 00779794C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon A ve. Gibson City , IL 60936 800-446-5158 Email: parts@servis-rhino.com HEA VY -DUTY FLEX-WING ROT AR Y CUTTER This Operator' s Manual is an integral p art of the safe operatio n of this machine and must be maint ained wit[...]

T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implement s with moving part s are potentially hazardous . There is no substitute for a cautio us , safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonab le safety practices. The manufacturer ha s designed this implement to be used with all its sa fety equipment properly a ttached to m inim[...]

In order to reduce accidents and enha nce the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Gr oup Ag Division, in cooperation with other industry manufacturers has develo ped the AEM/FEMA Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety Practices video and guide book. The video will familiari ze and instruct mower -tractor operators in safe practic es when using indust[...]

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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ........ ................................. .......................................................... ........... 1- 1 General Safety Instructions and P ractices ...... ................ ................. ................ ................ .............. ..... ............... 1-2 Operator Safety Instructions an d Pra[...]

Starting the Tractor ...... ................ ................ ................ ................ ................. ................ ... ...................... .......... 4-29 Brake and Differential Lock Setting .... ................. ................ ................ ................... ................ ... .................... ... 4-29 Operating th[...]

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

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-2 © 2010 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 manu facturer and should be to the owner/operator . Most accidents ca n be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and obs[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Safety Sectio n 1-3 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. 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 defects or other reproductive harm. (S G-30) Battery posts, [...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-4 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Always read carefully and comply fully with the manufacturer ’s instructions when handling oil, solvents, cleansers, and a ny other chemical agent. (SG-22) KEEP A W A Y FROM ROT A TING ELEMEN TS to prevent ent anglement and possible serious injury or death. (SG-24) N[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Safety Sectio n 1-5 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices Avoid contact with hot surfaces of the engine or muffle r . Use glo ves and eye protection when servicing hot component s. Contact with a hot surface or fluid can cause serious injury from burns or scalding. (SG-3[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-6 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Do not operate Mower if excessive vibr ation exists. Shut down PT O and the T ractor engine. In spect the Mower to dete rmine the so ur ce of the vibration. If Mo wer blades are missing or dam aged replac e them immed iately . Do n ot operate th e mower until the blade[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Safety Sectio n 1-7 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Do not operate this Equ ipment with hy draulic oil or fuel leaking. Oil and fuel are explosive and the ir presence could present a ha zard. Do not check for leaks with your hand! High-pr essure oil streams from breaks in the line co uld penetrat e the skin and ca use[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-8 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY There are obvio us and hidden potential hazar ds in the operation of this Mower . REMEMBER! This machine is often 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 ma intained. Serious in[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Safety Sectio n 1-9 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Follow these guidelines to re duce the risk of equipment and gr ass fires while operating, servicing, and rep airing the Mower and T ractor: -Equip the T ractor with a fire ext i nguisher in an accesible location. -Do Not oper ate the Mower on a T ractor with an unde[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1- 10 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Rotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distance s (300 feet or more) and causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messag es carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 Feet UNLESS: -Front and Rear Deflectors, C[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-11 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Connecting or Disconn ecting Implement Safet y Instructions and Practices DO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implem ent driveline to a T ractor PTO. Use of an a dapter can double the opera ting speed of the Implement resulting in excessive vibration, th[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1- 12 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Inst ructions and Practices Be particularly ca reful when transporting the Im plemen t with the T ractor . T urn curve s 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[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-13 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY T ransport on ly at speeds where you can maintain con trol of the equipment. Seriou s accidents and injuries can result from o perating this equipment at high speeds. Understa nd the T ractor and Implem ent and how it handles before transporting on street s and highwa[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1- 14 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Saf ety Instructions and Practices Secure the Imple ment for transp ort before traveling o n public roads. For pull-type Implements , secure the center axle u sing cylinder stops or transport pin and proper ly attach a safety chain between the[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-15 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Never work under the Implem ent, the framework, or any lifted component unless the Implement is securely supported or b locked up to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious injury or even death. (SG-14) Never attempt to lubricate, adju st, or r[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1- 16 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY S torage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices Concluding Safety In structions and Practices PA R T S I N F O R M AT I O N Rhino mowers use bala nced and matched system compo nents for b lade carriers, blades, cuttershaf ts, knives, knife hangers, roll ers, d[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-17 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals o n this product to promote safe operatio n. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, us e, or reconditio ning. Rhino c ares about t he safety of its custom ers, operat ors, and bystanders, and will replace th[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1- 18 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. D389 1 DECAL Lift Unit Decal Sheet 2. D388 1 DECAL Driveline Hazards 3. D390 1 DECAL Pull T ype Units 4. D417 3(2) IMPORT ANT Replace Blades in Pairs 5. 00753840 2(1) DANGER Folding Wing Thrown Object s 6. D401 1 INSTRUCT 1000 R[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-19 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Description Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P/N D389 Decal D3 89 consist s of the following multi-hazards.[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1- 20 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Driveline Hazards P/N D388 Decal D388 consist s of th e following multi-hazards.[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-21 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P/N D390 Decal D390 consists of the following multi-hazards.[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1- 22 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY IMPORT ANT! Always replace blades in pairs. P/N D417 DANGER! S tay clear when lowering or raising wings. P/N 00753840 1000 RPM P/N D401 DANGER! Keep everyone clear when lifting, folding, and working under raised component s. Block securely before wo rking under mower[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-23 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY For safety and to guarantee optimu m product reliability alwa ys use genuine RHINO replaceme nt parts. P/N 00760657 DANGER! Guard Missing, Do Not Oper ate. If you see this decal, Do No t Operate the mower until the shield has been replaced. P/N 00756004 P/N FL10 NAME [...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1- 24 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY P/N D558 NAME LOGO: NITRO P/N D557 NAME LOGO: NITRO Blade Rotation Counter Clockwise. P/N D137 Blade Rotation Clockwise. P/N D138[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-25 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY INFORMA TION - 5 Y ear Gearbox W arranty P/N 00771283 INFORMA TION - 2 Y ear Driveline W arranty P/N 00771284 Logo Product Name: Rhino P/N 99102 Logo Product Name: Rhino P/N D302[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1- 26 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY P/N D303 Logo Produc t Name: Rhin o Slow Moving V ehicle Decal. Keep SMV reflector clean and visible. DO NOT transport or operate without the SM V . P/N 03200347 Red Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visible. P/N 1458392 Amber Reflector . Keep reflectors clean an[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-27 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Read Operato r ’s Manual! The operator ’s ma nual is located inside this canister . If the manual is missing order one fr om your dealer . P/N 00776031 W ARNING! Explosion Hazard - Release all air pressure in tire befo re loosening bolts. P/N 1006348 W ARNING! Jac[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1- 28 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DANGER! Crushing Hazard - T ransport La tch P/N D539 DANGER! Crushing Hazard - Falling Wings P/N D519[...]

SAFETY FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Safety Section 1-29 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intend ed to explain in broa d terms the concep t and effect of federal laws and reg ulations concerning emplo yer and employee equ ipment operat ors. This section is not intend ed as a legal interpretation of the law an d [...]

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

INTRODUCTION FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/1 0 Introductio n Section 2-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Rotary Cutter is desi gned with care and built with quality materi als 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 fro[...]

INTRODUCTION FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/1 0 Introductio n Section 2-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Y our heavy-duty Cutter is designed prim arily for weed s, grass, and brush up to 5" diameter . With proper maintenance as described in this ma nual, your Cutter will provide you with years of dependable service with a minimum of rep airs. It i[...]

INTRODUCTION FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/1 0 Introductio n Section 2-4 © 2010 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 instr uctions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implem ent. 2. Fill out the W ar[...]

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

ASSEMBLY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Assembly Sectio n 3-2 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y DEALER SET -UP INSTRUCTIONS The mower as received from the factory is virtually completely assembled an d requires minimum time to complete assembly ready for sale. ASSEMBL Y Select a suit able work area large en ough to allow for lowering of the wings. Use ex[...]

ASSEMBLY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Assembly Sectio n 3-3 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y 2. Make sure the tra ctor PTO is the correct speed and shaf t size for the imple ment. Ensure the dra wbar is extended the prope r distance from the T ractor PT O shaft for desir ed PTO speed; 540 PTO is 14” and for 1000 PT O speed the distan ce is 16” 3. [...]

ASSEMBLY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Assembly Sectio n 3-4 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y 8. Remove retainin g bracket from end yoke of main driveline. Remove main driveline from mower and place o n ground or hard surface. Figure AsmP-R-0120 9. Make sure the wing Transport Bars/Latche s are locked in the position to hold the wings vertical before r[...]

ASSEMBLY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Assembly Sectio n 3-5 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y 1 1. Filling the cylinders with oil should raise the wings slightly and loosen th e wing T ransport Bars/Latches ret aining pin. NOTE: DO NOT release the wing T ranspor t Bar/Latch if there is a force on the pin . If there is a forc e holding the T ransport B [...]

ASSEMBLY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Assembly Sectio n 3-6 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y Many of the equipment component s are HEA VY (60 lbs. or greate r) and S pecial Lif ting Procedures are reco mmended. Use lifting assist ance such as mechanical assist ance, two people, and proper lifting techniques whe n co nnecting or inst alling the drivesh[...]

ASSEMBLY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Assembly Sectio n 3-7 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y 2. Inner center axle dual tire assemblies a re shipped bolted on wing mount tubes. Remove transport bars from wings and lower each wing so that inner tire and hub assembly can be removed and inst alled on center axle . NOTE: It will be necessary to raise each [...]

ASSEMBLY FN10/FN15 NI TRO 02/10 Assembly Sectio n 3-8 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y Lubricate the PT O drivelines and wheel hubs accord ing to the lubrication in formation found in the Maintenan ce Section.[...]

Operation Sectio n 4-1 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION SECTION[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Sec tion 4-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION RHINO FN10/FN15 NITRO ROT AR Y MOWER OPERA TION INSTRUCTIONS Rhino FN10/FN15 NITRO rota ry mowers are manufactured with qualit y material by skilled workers. These mowers are design ed to cut grass, weeds, crop st alks , brush and other vegetation up to 5” [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Sec tion 4-3 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 1. St andard Equipment and Specifications FN15 NITRO FN10 NITRO Cutting Width 180” 126” T ransport Width 90-3/4” 86-3/8” Overall W idth 186” 133” Overall Length 183” 183” Cutting Height 1-3/4” - 14-1/2” 1-3/4”-14-1/2” Hitch HD Clevis [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Sec tion 4-4 © 2010 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 implem ent and tractor operation and al[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Sec tion 4-5 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3. TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power cap acity to lift, p ull, and operate the Power T ake Off (PT O) at the mower’s rated speed while traveling at a ground speed between 2 and 5 MPH. Operating the mower with a[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Sec tion 4-6 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.3 T r actor Horsepower The horsepower re quired to operate the mower depen ds on several op erating factors including the vegetation to be cut, terrain condition, oper ator experience, cond ition of the mower and tra ctor , and othe rs. For most mowing cond[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Sec tion 4-7 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3.6 Front End Weight A minimum of 20% total tracto r weight must be maintained on the tractor fro nt end at all times. Front end weight is critical to mainta in steering control and to preven t the tracto r from rea ring up while driving. If the front end is[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Sec tion 4-8 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.8 Tire S p acing T ractor tires should be se t a minimum o f 60”(1.5 mm) apart meas ured from inside of tire to inside of tire. Refer to the trac tor Operator’s Manual or consult an authorized dea ler for instructions to change tractor tire sp acing. OP[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Sec tion 4-9 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 4.2 Dismounting the T ractor Before dismoun ting, park the tractor and impl ement on a reasonably level surface, apply the p arking brake, idle the engine down , disengage the PT O, and lower t he implement to the groun d. Shut down the tractor engine accord[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-10 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.1 Connecting the Mowe r T ongue to the T ractor 1. Ensure the tractor is equipped with the correct PTO sh aft and the drawba r is set at the correct length . 2. Using the parking ja ck, position the tongue clevis to the height of the tracto r drawbar . Adju[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-11 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 4. T o attach the mower , place two 1 ” flatwashe rs positioned under top lip of tongue clevis and to the top of drawba r . Insert a 1” diameter grade 5 or 8 b olt through clevis and dr awbar and ret ain in position with a 1 ” locknut. Tighten the lock[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-12 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION to outlets of the same tractor hydraulic po rt. Connect the mower hy draulics to the cont rol valve bank with the center section line to the right port. Co nnect the wi ng cylinder lines to the control valve positioned to correspond with the left an d right w[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-13 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 7.1 Setting Deck Height LEVELING DECK CENTER SECTION 1. Place the tractor and mowe r on a level surface and lower both wings. 2. Using the center section hydraulic cylinde r , position the mower so the skid shoes are 1 ” less off the g round than the desir[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-14 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.2 Setting Deck Pitch T o facilitate safe and efficient operation, the mower should be operated with the deck appr oximately 3/4” LOWER IN THE FR ONT THAN THE REAR. Operating the mower at this pitch will allow the mower to cut the grass on ly once and requ[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-15 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8.1 Driveline Length Check When fitting the mower to the tractor , the telescoping dr iveline must be inspected to ensure tha t at its most compressed position, the profiles do not “bottom out” , and when a t its farthest extended position, there is suff[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-16 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Engagement Check Procedure • With the driveline attached, positi on the mower to the point where the telescoping dri veline is at its maximum extension. Completely shut down the tractor and secure in position. • Mark the inner driveline shield 1/8” from[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-17 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8.2 Constant V elocity (CV) Driveline Mowers are equipped with a Constan t V elocity (CV) drive line, the maximum turning ang le between the tractor and mower must be determined to ensure the joint angle does not over-extend which can cause CV joint damage. [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-18 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The Constant V elocity PTO driveline is HEA V Y (70 lbs or grea ter) and Sp ecial Lifting Procedures are recommend ed. Use lifting assist ance such as mechan ical assistance, two people, and proper lifting tech niques when connecting or inst alling the drives[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-19 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.1 T racto r Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Refer to the tr actor operator’s manual 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 th[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-20 © 2010 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 equipme nt. Maintain these importan t safety features on the implement in good condition to ensure the information is available to[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-21 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION • Ensure the tractor PT O master shield is in place, lowered and in go od condition. • Ensure each mower slip clutch shield is secured in place and in good condition. • Ensure the driveline slip clutches are properly adjusted and the friction plates ar[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-22 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION • Ensure each hydraulic cylinder is inst alled and retained correctly . Ensure the proper size pins are used to ret ain the cylinders in place and are secured with pins. • Check for hydraulic oil leaks on the cylinder s, along the hydra ulic lines, and at[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-23 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.3 Cutting Component Inspection Inspect blade p an and blade assembly for the following: OPS-U-0031[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-24 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Operating the mower with loose blade hardware will damage the blade hol der or blades and can result in blade bre akage or blade fastene r failure . Broken blades or bolt s can be thrown out from under the mower for distances up to 300 fe et. When the blades [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-25 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.4 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 bolts has: • Visible cracks or • If the re cesse[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-26 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Rotary Mower PRE-OPERA T ION Inspection Mower ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Shift ____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is i[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-27 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION T r actor 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 [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-28 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10. DRIVING THE TRACT OR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport req uires the operator possess a thoroug h knowledge of the model being opera ted and precautions to t ake while driving with an att ached implem ent. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handle [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-29 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 10.1 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 th[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-30 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.4 T ransport Position T o raise mower wings, drive the unit to a level area and retrac t the wing hydr aulic cylinders. DO NOT raise wings with the mo wer positioned o n an embankment or other inclined position to prevent overturning the mower . After the [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-31 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Use extreme care when lo wering or unfolding the implemen t’s wings. Make su re no bysta nders are close by or underneath th e wings. Allow ample clearance around the implement when folding or unfolding the wings . Use extreme caution around buildings or o[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-32 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.7 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 solid (dr[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-33 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Inclines and ditches should be app roached along a line which is at an an gle as shown. This type of path will reduce the possib ility of over-collapse of the driveline and re sulting damage . If the gradient is so steep that such an approach increase s the [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-34 © 2010 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 m ower head. These items could th en swing outside the housin g at greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-35 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Rotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distance s (300 feet or more) and causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messag es carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 Feet UNLESS: -Front and Rear Defl[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-36 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.4 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 mowe r performance is between 2 and 5 mph(3-8 kp h). Operate the mower at its full rated PT O sp[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-37 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. 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 itions w[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-38 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION When you get to the end of a p ass, slightly raise the mower (2-4 ”) before turning. Never r aise the mower entirely while the blades are turning. If the mower must be r aised higher than 12” fro m ground level, disengage the tractor PT O and wait for all[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-39 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION When mowing across une ven areas such as ro ad shoulde rs, ditch edg es, and other uneven terrain, p osition mower so that one sup port wheel is near the highest po int to prevent blades from cutting into gr avel or dirt which can cause rapid bla de wear and[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-40 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.6 Shutting Down the Implement T o shut down attached mower head, first bring the tractor to a complete s t op. Decrease engine RPM to idle then disenga ge cutterhead. Th e mower head will come to a complete stop within a suitable amount of time. Do not en[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-41 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Never unhitch without using the T ongue Jack. The T ongue is ver y heavy . Attempting to lift the T ongue without using the T ongue Jack could ca use strains or other injury . Allowing the tongue to fall sudden ly and unexpectedly coul d result in crush ing [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-42 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 13. MOWER STORAGE It is recommended that the mower be stored with the c enter section and both wings fully lowered to g round level. If the mower is stored with the wings in the raised position, select a level area an d install wing transport braces to preven[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-43 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Never allow children or other persons to ride on the T racto r or Implement. Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-1 0) Before transporting th e tractor and mower , idle the tractor engine, di sengage the PTO and wait for all mower moving pa[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-44 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION T ire Size and Matchi ng re quirement s - Center Axle T ire assemblies when mounte d on center axle duals should always be within limits listed. Laminated T ires - Maximu m difference betwe en tire diam eters on a center axle should be 1 /2 inch or le ss. Foa[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-45 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 14.2 T ransporting on Public Roadways Extreme caution should be used when transportin g the tractor and mower on pub lic roadways. The tractor must be equipped with all requir ed safety warning fe atures including a SMV emblem and flashing warning lights to [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-46 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Make sure that all tr actor flashing warning lights, headlight s, and brake/tail lights 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, m ost[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-47 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 14.3 Hauling the T ractor and Implement Before transporting a loade d tractor and implement, measure the height and width dimensions an d gross weight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure that the load will be in compliance wit h the legal limits set for the [...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-48 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 15. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Remedy Excessive Vi brations Check Gear box bolt s. Tighten if loose. Check For loose nuts on T ighten If loose blade holder and blades Check for bent output shaft. Replace shaft if bent. If shaft is bent oil w[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-49 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Gearbox Noisy Rough ge ars. Run in or change gear s. Worn bearing. Replace bearing Gearbox Leaking Damaged oil seal Replace Seal. Bent shaft. Replace oil seal and shaf t. Shaft roug h in oil seal area. Replace or repair shaf t. Oil seal installed wrong. Repl[...]

OPERATION FN10/FN15 NITRO 02/10 Operation Section 4-50 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Oil Squirting fro m Breather Oil lea king by piston ring. Do not ca rry cutter on cylinder . vent hole (A small amount of le akage is (Use stroke collars) normal) Piston "O" rin g worn Re place piston "O" ring. Cylinder wall scored or pitt[...]

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MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Before operating your Rot ary Cutter , make sure it is properly lubricated and th oroughly inspected. Only a minimum of time and effort is req uired to regularly lubr icate and maint ain this machine to provide lon g life and trouble free oper ation. Alwa[...]

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MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE CENTER & WING GEARBOXES The Gearboxes have been filled with lubricant to the proper level prior to shipment. However , you should check the oil level using d ipstick before operating, and frequently the reafter . The gearbox should n ot require additi[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-5 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX ARRANGEMENTS (Secondary Gearboxes) All Three secondary Gearboxes have the same iden tical part s in them for 540 or 1000 RPM and for the lef t, center , or right sections. T o change Gearbox from 540 to 1000 RPM, the Gear (#1) and Pinion (#2) must[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-6 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE DRIVELINES The Drivelines and U-Joint s should be inspected each morning before th e mower is started. Many of the equipment compon ents are HEA VY (70 lbs or greater) an d S pecial Lifting Procedures are reco mmended. Use lifting assist ance such as mech[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-7 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE MAIN CV DRIVELINE SHIE LD SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Clean and grease bush ing groove before the bushing is pla ced in the gr oove. Grea se any remain ing bushings in guard . 2. Slide guard half o ver driveline and i nsert bushing t abs into the openin gs in[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-8 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SER VICING Inspect blades before each use to de termine that they are prope rly installed and in good cond ition. Replace any blade that is bent, excessively nicke d, worn, or has any other dama ge. Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening . Us[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-9 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SHARPENING Always sharpen both blade s at same time to maintain ba lance. Follow original sharpen ing pattern as shown in FIGURE Mnt-R-0008 . Always sharpen blades by grinding. DO NOT heat and pound out edge. Do not sharpen blade to a razor ed ge, b[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-10 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Blade Bolt Inspection Inspect Blade Bolt Head da ily for wear as followed: Inspect the Blade Bolt Heads daily for ab normal wear . REPLACE BOTH BLADE B OL TS on the Blades IMMEDIA TEL Y if either blade bolt s has: • Visible cracks or • If the recesse[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-11 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE CARRIER REMOV AL Remove cotter pin and loosen slo tted nut on gear box shaft. Lo osen but do not remove the nut u ntil the blade carrier is loosened. Use a su itable two-jaw gear puller to pull carrier off t apered gear box shaf t. If gear puller i[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-12 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE CARRIER INST ALLA TION Clean the splines on both the blade carrier and outpu t shaft. Position carrier o n the gear box output shaf t and insta ll flat washer and 1" hex nut. T ighten nut hold ing blade carrier to mi nimum 600 ft. pounds, str [...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SEASONAL CLUT CH MAINTENANCE It is important that the clutch es slip when an obstacle or loa d heavier than the clutch setting is e ncountered. Before using the cutter each season, use the following procedure to make su re the clutch will s lip and give [...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-14 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE WHEEL HUB ASSEMBL Y The Wheel Hub Assemblies need to be lubricated o n a weekly basis. FIGURE Mnt P-R-0032. TIRES AND WHEELS Before working on any tires a nd wheels make certai n the Cutter is jacked up high enough an d securely supported. When inst alli[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-15 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE T o ngue The T ongue Hitch Pins att ach the T ongue to the Cente r Section and should be ch ecked for signs of wear or cracking. Replace as need ed. The Drawbar 1" Bolt fast en s the mower to the tracto r Drawbar . Whe n the mower is unhitched and t[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-16 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARD HYDRAULIC HOSES Replace pinched and broken Hyd raulic Hoses at once. T igh ten any Hydrau lic Fitting with fluid leaking from it. If fluid still leaks, loosen the fitting, apply a pipe thr ead compound to the threads and tig[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-17 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Flex Wing Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement Instructions Implement Cylinde rs Removal and Repla cement Follow these S teps: 1. Clear the area of all personnel before loweri ng the wings. 2. From the tractor seat with your seat belt fast ened around you, Low[...]

MAINTENANCE FN10/FN15 NITRO 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-18 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SKID SHOES Skid shoes are m ade of carbon steel to reduce we ar and increase service life. Pr emature wear can be cause d by the mower Center or Wing se ctions being s et too low which allows the Wing Skid Shoes to drag on the ground. Dragging th e Skid [...]

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RHINO LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRANTIES 1.01. Servis-Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, gove rnmental, or municipal purc hase r (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial pur chaser (“ Purchaser”) that the goods purch ased are free from defects in[...]

T O THE OWNER/OPERA T OR/DEALER In addition to the standard Lim ited W arranty shown on the facing page, Rhino also provid es: 1. A FIVE-YEAR (60 months) LIMITED WARRANTY* on GEARBOX c omponents pr ovided they have been properly maint ained† and have not been subjected to abuse or mis-use except as limited below . * W ARRANTY LIMIT A TIONS - GEAR[...]

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