Alamo Versa Series инструкция обслуживания

©2009 Alamo Group Inc. $0.00 Published 03/09 Part No. 02897300C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL ALAMO INDUSTRIAL ® 1502 E. W alnut Seguin, T exas 78155 210-372-3551 Email: parts@alamo-industrial.com BOOM ARM MOWER 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,[...]

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 practices. 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 Operator Safety I nstructions and Pr[...]

DRIVING THE TRACTO R AND IMPLEMENT ....... ................ ................ ............. ................ ................ ......... .... 3-33 Basic Troubleshooting Guide for First Start-up. .............. ............. ................. ................ ................ ... ................ 3-33 Starting the Tractor ...... ................ .....[...]

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

SAFETY VERSA 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 VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-3 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Operator Safety Instr uctions and Practices Engine Exhaust, some of its constitue nts, a nd certa in 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, ter minals[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-4 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY KEEP A W A 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 can slip or fa ll of f the Equipment and be inju red or killed. Children can c ause the Implemen[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-5 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Connecting & Disconnecting Implem ent Safety Instructi ons & Practices Avoid contact with hot surfaces of the engine or mu ffler . Use gloves and e ye protection when servicing hot component s. Contact with a h ot surface or fluid can cause serious injury from burns or s[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-6 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety In structions and Practices Do Not attempt to raise or lower th e boom or mowe r head unless the Impleme nt is securely attached to the T ractor . The Implement could tip over and cause equipment damage and possible serious injury or death. Do Not use [...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-7 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY The Mower shaf t speed must not - UNDER ANY CIRC UMST AN CES - exceed 18 00 RPM. (SBM-15) Use extreme care and Safe ty A wareness when using the boom mower head to mulch loose brush or wood that has fallen on t he grou nd from overhead trimming. DO NOT mulch this debris if byst [...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-8 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Fl a il M owers are capa bl e un d er a d verse con diti ons o f th row i ngo bj ec t s for great dist ances (100 yards or more) an d causing seriousinjury o r death. Follow safety messages carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY AR E WITHIN 100 Y ARDS UNLESS: -Front and Rear Defl[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-9 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Do not mount or di smount the T ractor while the tractor is moving. Mo unt the T ractor only when the T ractor and all moving part s are completely stopped. (SG-12) S tart tractor only when properly seate d in the Tractor seat. S tarting a tractor in gear can resu lt in injury o[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-10 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Do Not operate this eq uipmen t in areas wher e in se ct s such as bees may attack you and/or cause you to lose contro l of the equipm ent. If you must enter in such areas, use a tractor with an enclosed Cab and close the windows to pr event insect s from entering. If a tractor[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-11 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY M ow at t h e spee d t h at you can sa f e l y operate an d contro l t h e tractor an d mower . Th e correct mowing spee d depends on terrain cond itio n and grass type, density , and height of cut. Normal ground sp eed range is from 2 to 5 mph( 3-8 kph). Use slow mowing speeds[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-12 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Saf ety Instructions and Practices Do not let the Blad es turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any reason, including clearan ce or for turning. Raising the Mower deck exposes the Cutting Blades which cr eates a poten tially serious ha zard and could ca[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-13 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DO NOT allow any person under a raised boom or mower head unless it is securely locked up or supported. DO NOT approach the Implement unless the T ractor is turned off and all motion has ceased. Neve r work under the frame work, o r any lifted component unless th e implement is[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-14 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Inst ructions and Practices Perform service, rep airs and lubrication accord ing to the maintenance section. Ensure the unit is properly lubr icated as specified in the lubrication schedule and all bolts and nut s are properly torq ued. Failure to pr operly[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-15 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Secure the boo m and mower head in the tr anspo rt position 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 mowe r before transportin g. Inadvertent boo[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-16 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Concluding Safety In structions and Practices 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 tr[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-17 © 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 VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-18 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY . ITEM P ART NO. QTY . LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1 - T ank/M ain Frame/ Boom 1. 02967827 1 DANGER General Multi-Hazard 2. 02958241 1 DANGER Boom Mower Multi-Hazard 3. 02962764 4 DANGER Pinch Point, Scissors 4. 02962765 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard Pinch Point 5. 03200285 1 CAUTION W atch Y ou[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-19 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1 - Rotary Head 1. 007491 17 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard 2. 00756007 1 W ARNING Use/Re pair Shields/Guards 3. 00756485 2 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thr own Obj 4. 02925100 1 IMPORT ANT Use Genuine Part s 5. 00757139 1 LOGO Alamo Group (5x19) 6. nfs 1[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-20 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION - - - Flail Head (Flail-Axe) 1. 007491 17 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard 2. 00756007 1 W ARNING Use/Re pair Shields/Guards 3. 00756485 2 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thrown Obj 4. 02925100 1 IMPORT ANT Use Genuine Part s 5. 007571 39 1 LOGO Alam o Gr ou p [...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-21 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION - - - Flail Head 1. 002369 1 DANGER Flail Multi Hazard 2. 00756007 1 W ARNING Use/Re pair Shields/Guards 3. 02967668 1 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thr own Obje cts 4. 00758194 1 WARNING Pinch Point (V -Belt/Pulley 5. 02965141 1 DANGER Boom Flails[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-22 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . DESCRIPTION 02972145 1 TIMBER CA T 5’ 02972146 1 TIMBER CA T 7’ 1. 00757139 1 Decal - Alamo TK Logo 2. 02971931 1 Decal - T imber Cat 3. 00757140 1 Decal - Alamo Logo 4. 02973496 2 Keep Aw ay - Ampu tation 5. 000678 1 Decal - Gre ase Fitting Inside[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-23 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION - - - Flail Head (Flail-Axe) 1. 002369 1 DANGER Multi- Haza rd, Flail 2. 02967668 2 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thr own Obje cts 3. 02965141 1 DANGER Boom Flails 4. 00725739 1 W ARNING Use/Re pair Shields & Guards 5. 00758194 1 WARNING V -Bel[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-24 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . DESCRIPTION 1. 007491 17 1 Danger - Multi Hazard 2. 00756007 1 Danger - Use/repa ir Shields/Guards 3. 02925100 1 Important - Repl acement Parts 4. 999204 1 Lo go - Ditcher 5. 00757139 1 Logo - Alamo TK Product 6. nfs 1 S/N Plate[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-25 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 00758194 1 W ARNING V -Belt Pinch 2. 00769736 1 W ARNING Use/Repair Shields 3. 00769737 1 DANGER Cutting Blades 4. 02925100 1 CAUTION Genuine Parts 5. 02958241 1 DANGER Operator Safety 6. 02962764 1 DANGER Pinch Point 7. 00756004 1 DANGE[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-26 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . DESCRIPTION 1. 6659 1 INSTRUCT General Instructions 2. 02970354 1 INSTRUCT Knife Service 3. 02965093 1 A TTNETION Do Not over S peed Engine 4. 00725746 1 PELIGRO S panish T ranslation 5. 02973496 1 DANGER Amputation Hazard Keep A way 6. 00756059 1 W ARNING [...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-27 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Description Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P/N 007491 17 .[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-28 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY W ARNIN G! Never use yo ur hand to ch eck for oil leaks. Always use paper or cardb oa rd . P/N 00756059 DANGER! - Multi-Hazard Boom. T ake precautions while transporting and oper ating Boom Unit. P/N 02958241 Slow Moving V ehicle Decal. Keep SMV reflector clean and visible. DO [...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-29 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY INFORMA TION - Pull to S tart, Push to S top 02962748 INFORMA TION - T o Prevent Boom Rest Failure: Never tran sport with th e Boom Lift Lever in float position. Af ter carefully placing Boom in Boom Rest, Leave the Boom Lif t Lever in the locked position to keep part of the lo[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-30 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DANGER! - Multi Hazard - Failure to follow Safety Messages and Operating Instructions can cause serious bodily injury or even death to Operator and Others in area. P/N 02967827 W ARNING! Pinch Points P/N 02962764 DANGER! Crushing and Pinch Point s. Moving machiney p arts can pi[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-31 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY INFORMA TION - Attention - Service Hydraulic System with Universal Tr acto r Hydraulic Oil. Alamo Group pa rt Number 02966307. 02966305 Operator's Manu al (with repair part s) and warranty was attached to this implement during final inspection. P/N 00763977 Name LOG O - Al[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-32 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Red Relector T ape. P/N 99203 Y ellow Relector T ape. P/N 99204 INSTRUCTIONS - Read Operato r ’ s Manual and Understan d, before operating T ractor and Implement. P/N 02977417 Read Operato r ’s Manual! The operator ’s ma nual is located inside this canister . If the manua[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-33 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY W ARNING! Keep all safe ty shielding installed, repaire d and replaced when damaged so that machine stays in safe condition. P/N 00756007 DANGER! Keep Away - Rot ating Blades P/N 00756485 IMPORT ANT - Use only G enuine Alamo Industrial replacement p arts. P/N 02925100 DANGER! -[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-34 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Danger! Mult-Hazard W arning. Failing to follow these Safety Messages an d Operating Instructions can cause serious bo dily injury or even death to operator and others in th e area. P/N 002369 W ARNING! Do not operate with Belt Shield removed. Finger(s) may be pinched of f if g[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-35 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY IMPORT ANT - Use ALAMO Genuine Flail Parts. P/N 03200432 Information that Grease Fitting is present and must apply grease. P/N 000678 W ARNING! Maintain shields and deflectors in good condition. Failure to do so may lead to injury or even death. P/N 00769736[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-36 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DANGER! Keep Away Thrown Object s. Inspect the area before m owing for pote ntial mower hazards. Remove or avoid all foreign objects such as wire, cable, met al objects, and all other foreign material. Foreign material can be thrown from the mower and cause serious b odily inju[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-37 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Blade Rotation Clockwise. P/N D138 W ARNIN G- Hearing Prot ection is require d when working within 100 yards of this machine. P/N 02975158 DANGER- Keep away rotating blades. P/N 02975170 W ARNING- Disconnect the hydraulic solenoid before pr eforming se rvice work on tractor o r[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-38 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY INSTRUCT - Do not locate hitch post in this area P/N 02975516 INSTRUCT - Pitch Adjust P/N 02975514 Red Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visible. P/N 1458392 Amber Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visibl e. P/N 1458393[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-39 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY NAME LOGO P/N 02971931 Name LOG O - Alamo Industrial P/N 00757140 DANGER! KEEP A WA Y! Sickle Blades are guarded only by remote location. Keep all persons away from cutting Blades to prevent amputa tion of contacted bo dy parts. P/N 02973496 DANGER! - Keep Aw ay - Thrown Object[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-40 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY W ARNING! Failure to use and maintain shields and deflectors in good condition may lead to injury or death from ent anglement with rotating pa rts. being hit by object s thrown with great force by blades, or by blade contact. P/N 00725739 NAME LOGO - Mache te 02968953 NAME DECA[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-41 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY NAME DECA L P/N 02970886 IMPORT ANT - Inspect knife to ledger plate clearance daily . Poor cutting performance will result if proper clearance is not main tained. Refer to operators manual for adjustment. 02970354 Peligro T ranslation, If you do not know how to read English, pl[...]

SAFETY VERSA 03/09 Safety Section 1-42 © 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 VERSA 03/09 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Boom Mower is design ed with care and built with quality material s 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. T[...]

INTRODUCTION VERSA 03/09 Introduction Section 2-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Y our A-Boom Mower is designed for heavy-duty cutting in limited access areas such as highway , park , rural roadsides, overhead gr owth, ditches, levees, and other su ch g rass and limb control uses in gener ally hard -to- reach areas. DIRECTION Throughout this[...]

INTRODUCTION VERSA 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 [...]

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

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y The hydraulic system m ust be kept "SURGICA LL Y CLEAN" to ensure proper operation and long life of the pumps, moto r s, and valves. All component s have protective caps over openings connected to in ternal sp aces to prevent contam ination. It is import ant that[...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y MAINFRAME T O A TT ACHMENT FRAME ASSEMBL Y Place Mainframe on a level surface. Raise Mainfr ame with a fork lif t or hoist and att a ch the Ja ck st ands. Raise Jack stands until the Mainfr ame is raised to approximate ly 18". Align th e Attachment Fr ame (3) lugs wit[...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y TRACTOR T O A TT ACHMENT FRAME ASSEMBL Y Raise the Attachment Frame Arms( 1) to a level height. Drive T ractor into Attachment Frame and align with the T ractor Attachment Frame Mount s (2). Re tain with bolt (3) and locknut (4). ASM-FL -0099 . Attach the Axle Mount Bars ([...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y DRIVELINE A TT ACHMENT Pull slide collar back and att ach one end to the T ractor PTO. Move yoke back and forth u ntil locking collar "clicks" forward an d locks the yoke in plac e. Do the same to the ot her end of the Drivelin e on the S peed Increaser shaf t. C[...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y WING MOWER A TT ACHMENT T o attach wing mower to mainfr ame. Align tilt link (1) wi th ac tuator (2) and retain with pin (3). Proce ed to lift frame (4) and align with lug on main frame (5), retain with pin (6) and with pin (7). Secure all pins with 1/2" x 1 1/2"[...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y ELECTRICAL CONNECTION A T TRACTOR Battery cable must be discon nected to prevent any elec trical shock. Un screw bottom screws from panel with regular tip screw driver (ASM-FL-0104). Pull down on p anel fro m bottom, and to p should pop out . Place a small block of wood in[...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y CENTER MOWER ASSEMBL Y Attach the right and lef t Overarms (1) to the cutterhous ing. Secure with 5/8 x 1-3/ 4 bolts (2) and locknuts (3). Attach the A-Frame W eldment (4) to the Overarm s with bolts (2) and loc knuts (3). ASM- FL-0108.[...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-9 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y CENTER MOWER ASSEMBL Y 1. Attach outboa rd bearing plate to cutterhousing. FORW ARD ROT A TION ( Bearing p late mounts on le ft side of cutte rhousing.) a. Secure with 3/8 NC x 7/8 Bolt and nut at front mounting hole . T orque to 35 ft.-lbs. (T yp.) b. Secure with 3/8 NC x[...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y CENTER MOWER ASSEMBL Y Install idler ar m assembly to bearing plate. Do not secure at this time. ASM-FL-0052. 1. Remove fasteners and shaf t protector from end of drive shaft. Ligh tly grease sh aft. Install key and drive shaf t pulley . Do not secure at this time. ASM-FL[...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assemb ly Section 3- 11 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y INST ALLA TION OF CENTER MOWER ASM-FL-01 1 1 1. T o properly attach center mower to main frame, align lower links (1) to overarms (2) and anti- sway bar (3). Attach with 7/8" x 5" bolt and 7/8" locknut (4). 2. Align toplink (5) with top of A-frame (6) on [...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS Refer to the Tractor Manual when c onnecting hy draulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic system. Numerous prec autions should be taken due to t he possibility of a pressure buildup within the hydraulic cir cuit. Relieve the pressure befor e opening or [...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assemb ly Section 3- 13 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y HOSE CONNECTION A T TRACTOR 1. T o properly con nect hydr aulic hoses to tractor , c onnect right wing hose P/N 02839000 (1), a nd left wing hose P/N 02839000 (2). ASM -FL-01 12. 2. Connect center lift hose P/N 029 64451 (3) to connection a t center of tractor . ASM-FL-[...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-14 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y HYDRAULIC CONNECTIO NS T O CYLINDER Connect the Hoses P/N 02965364 and P/N 02 961321 from T e e to Ce nter Lift Hydraulic Cylinders at rod end. HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS T O FIL TER Connect retu rn hose P/N 002479 from righ t wing mower to elbow at filter (identified as "[...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assemb ly Section 3- 15 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y HYDRAULIC CONNECTION MOT ORS Lef t Wing Hydraulic Motor T o connect hydraulic hoses to lef t side mower , use hose P/N 002477 (identifie d as "B"). This hose co mes from filter at tank. Hose P/N 002478 from pump to motor (identified as "D"). ASM-FL- [...]

ASSEMBLY VERSA 03/09 Assembly Section 3-16 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y HYDRAULIC Filter buggies or cart s are commercially available for hydraulic system charging. These consist of a h igh- efficiency , high-capacity filter , a pu mp, a drive motor , and hoses for supplying the machine’ s hydraulic system. After the firs t 10 hours of oper[...]

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

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION ALAMO INDUSTRIAL VERSA BOOM MOWER OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Alamo Industrial Booms are ma nufa ctured with quality material by skilled workers. The Boom is designed to attach to a tractor an d operate various heads for a wi de range of vegetative maintenan ce applications[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION FLAIL-AXE ® Width of Cut: 48" Cutter Shaft: 4-1/2" dia. steel tube, 3/8" wall, greasable b earings Knives: 16 ea., 2 pound, 360 deg. swing, reversible Hyd. Motor Rating: Gear T ype, 76 HP (a) 3000 PSI @ 2400 RPM Deck Thickness:10-gauge End Plates: 3/8&qu[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Side Skirts: 3/8" Frame: Cross-braced. 3/8" bar Skid Shoes: Replaceable, full-length Debris Deflector: Front, spring-load ed,retractable shield Rear , 3-ply rubber belting. OPTION 50" cutting head. Hvo-leaf blade bar with two blade s. DITCHER Cutting Widt[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1.OPERA TOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualified operat or . A qualified oper ator has read and underst ands the implement and tractor Op erator ’ s Manuals and is expe rienced in implement and tractor operation and all associat[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2.TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS In addition to tractor horsepower an d size required to operate th e boom unit, the tractor must also be prope rly equipped to provide ope rator protection, to alert approac hing vehicle drivers of the tracto r ’s presence, and to ensure tracto[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Never operate the Tractor and Mower Unit without an OPS (Operators Protective S t ructure) or Cab to prevent injury from ob jects thrown from ground or from overhead tr imming. S top mowing if workers or passersby are with in 100 yards. (S BM -9 ) 2.3 T ractor Lighting [...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2.4 T ractor Ballast T o ensure tractor stability when operating on flat surfaces the left rear tractor tire MUST exert a minimum down force (weight) of 1500 lbs. on the ground when the tractor is on level ground, it s boom is fully extended and the mower head is horizo[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-9 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.1 Boarding the T ractor Use both hands and equipped handrails and step s for support when boarding the tractor . Never use control levers for support when mounting the tractor . Seat y ourself in the operator ’s seat and secure the seat belt around you. Never allow [...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 4.ST ARTING THE TRACTOR The operator must have a complete underst anding of the placement, function, and operational use of all tractor controls before starting the tractor . Revi ew the tractor operator ’s manual and consult an authorized dealer for tractor operatio[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-11 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 5.CONNECTING A TT ACHIN G HEADS TO THE BOOM With a forklift or hoist, lower the Boom W eldment down on the A- Boom Head. Align the Boom Weldment with the A-Boom Head Hitch Post. Insert special bolts 1" x 9" (item 1) and ( item 2), 3/4" x 5-1/2" into[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Avoid cont act with hot surfaces including hy draulic oil tanks, pump s, motors, valves and hose connections. Relieve hydraulic pressure before performing m aintenance or repairs. Use gloves and eye protectio n when servicing hot component s. Contact with a hot sur fac[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-13 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.2 Boom Unit Pre-Operati on Inspection and Service Inspect and service the boom arm and head prior to oper ation. Damaged and/or broken p arts should be repaired and/or replaced immediately . T o ensure the unit is ready for operation, conduct the following: OPS-B- 00[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-14 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION NOTE: The mower Operator’s Manual and affixed Decals co nt ain impor tant in structions on th e safe and proper use of the mower. Maintain these important safety features o n the mower in good co ndition to ensure the information is available to the operator at all t[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-15 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION B OO M ARM A SS EMBL Y • Inspect condition of each a rm se ction weldm ent • Ensure all pins ar e in pla ce . • Ensure all bolt s and screws are prope rly installed. • Check condition of teflon bu shings at boom pivot points. • Ensure each hydraulic cylinder [...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-16 © 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 hydr aulic oil according to mainte nance schedule. • Ensure th ere are no oil leaks a nd fitting a re properly connected [...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-17 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION ROT ARY HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blades and bl ade bolts for looseness and excessive wear . Rotate to 90° to make for checking ea sier . Rep lace damage d, worn, and missing blades as complete set s to maintain rot ary balanc e. • Ensure carr ier hub nuts are tig[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-18 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION FLAIL HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blades and bla de bolts for looseness and excessive wear . Rotate to 90° to make for checking eas ier . Re place dama ged, worn, a nd missing blades as complete sets to maintain cuttershaft balance . • Ensure rubber deflecto rs are [...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-19 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION TIMBER CA T HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blade and bolt s for looseness and excessive wear . Make su re the unit is securely blocked up when crawling underneath or set on ground before doing maintenance. Replace damaged and worn blade to keep unit operating properly . ?[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-20 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION DITCHER HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blades and bolt s on ditcher head assembly for looseness and excessive wear . Make sure the unit is securely blocked up before doing main tenance. Replace damage d and worn blades as comp lete set s to maintain unit balance. • Ensu[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-21 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.3 C utting C omponent Inspection Inspect blade p an and blade assembly for the following: OPS-U-0031 Inspect the Blades daily for abnormal w ear . REPLACE BOTH BLADES on that carrier IMMEDIA TEL Y if either blade has: • Become bent or deformed fro m it’s original[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-22 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.4 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 reces sed area o n [...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-23 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. 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 with [...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-24 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION T ractor PRE-OPERA TION Inspection Mower ID# ________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Shift ____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with th[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-25 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.OPERA TING THE CONTROL V AL VES ON-OFF Switch (Mower V alve) - T o operate the mowe r , pu ll the switch while the tracto r is running . The push - pull operator will remain in the ON pos ition PULLED or the OFF po sition PUSHED until the operator desires to start or[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-26 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION POSITION CONTROL V AL V E - The V alve is located to th e right of the operator at a convenient height. The V alve op er at ion plat e is loca te d ab ov e th e Sole no id V alve “on- off” switch. V AL VE OPERA TION PLA TE P/N 02962024 VERSA MOWER V AL VE OPERA TIO[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-27 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION VERSA MOWER TIL T The handle furthest to the ce nter of th e tractor , actuates the T ilt Cylinder . Pulling the valve handle back, toward the oper ator , causes the T ilt Cylinder to raise the Mower Head. If the handle is released, the valve will automatic ally return[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-28 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION VERSA DITCHER LIFT The handle nearest the ce nter of the tractor , actuates the Lift Cylinder . Pulling the valve handle back, towards th e operator , causes the Lift Cylinder to raise the Extension Arm. If the handle is rele ased, the valve will autom atically return [...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-29 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION HEAD PITCH Incorrect head pi tch an d/or alignment can cause poor cutting perfor mance in V ersa side rotary mowers. Head Pitch is defined as the relationship of the front of the mower to the rear of th e mower , as viewe d from the side. The de sired head pitch for th[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-30 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Misalignment contribut es to "streaking" due to the skid shoe laying a wide strip of grass flat. This flattene d grass is sometimes not picked up by the mower on subsequent p asses. Misalignm ent also contributes to excessive power consumptio n because the si[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-31 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Make certain that the Boom sw ing path is clear of byst ander s, power lines, and obstruction to prevent injury , electrocution, and poss ible ma chine damage. Swing Boom SLOWL Y CAREFULL Y . Avoid sudden st arting and stopping. VERSA BOOM DIPPER The third handle in th[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-32 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION HYDRO-FLOA T OPTION O PERA TION The optional hydro float system provides a positive li ft on the boom allowing it to respond move easily to changes in the terra in. This is accomplished by inducing a positive hydrau lic oil pressure in the lift cylinder using an accumu[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-33 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.1 Basic T roubleshooting Gu ide for First St art-up. a.Electrical s olenoid valve does not w ork - c heck wiring, possible faulty switch, possible faulty solenoid. b.Pump is making noise - check for ob structio n in suction hose and tank suction assembly , check alig[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-34 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION BEFORE leaving the tractor se at, always engage the brake and/or set the tractor transmission in parking gear , disengag e the PTO, stop the engine, remove the key , a nd wait for all movin g parts to stop. Place the tractor shift lever into a low range or parking gear[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-35 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.2 St arting the T r actor The procedure to st art the tractor is model specific. Refer to the tractor o perator ’s man ual for starting procedures for your particular tractor . Con sult an authorized dealer if t he starting procedure is unclear . En sure the 3-poin[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-36 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.4 Driving the T ractor and Boom Inspect the area to be mowed before beginning operati on. Identify any drop- offs, slopes, holes, hidden obstructions or similar obstacle that could cause the tractor to loose stability and potential roll-over . Mark and avoid the item[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-37 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.OPERA TING THE BOOM UNIT AND A TT A CHED HEAD THE OPERA TOR MUST COMPLETEL Y UNDERS T AND HOW TO OPERA TE THE TRACT OR AND MOWER AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO MOW . The operator must read and underst and the Safety and Operation Sections of this manual and [...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-38 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.1 Foreign Debris Hazard s/Overhead Obstructions An area to be cut must first be inspected for objects that could be thrown or that could damage the machine. W a lk through the area looking for fence s, boulder , rocks, c ul ve rts , st um ps or me ta l o b jects. Ma[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-39 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Rotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of thro wing objects for great dista nces 100 yards or more) a nd causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY AR E WITHIN 100 Y ARDS UNLESS: Front and Rear Deflectors a[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-40 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.3 Operating the Att ached Mower Heads The boom can attach to and operate multiple heads one at a time for a wide range of vegetation control applications. The at tached heads are design ed for dif fer ent applications. The h ead should be selected based on the mowin[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-41 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION All Safety Shields, Guards and Sa fety devices i ncluding (but not limited to) - the Deflectors, Chain Guard s, S teel Guards, Gearbox Shields, PTO integral shields, an d Retractable Door Shields should be used and maintained in good working condition. All safety devic[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-42 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION M any var i e d o bj ec t s, suc h as w i re, ca bl e, rope, or c h a i ns, can b ecome en t ang l e d i n th e operating par ts of the mower head. These it ems could then swing outside the housing at greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely ha[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-43 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Ti m b er C a t • The T imber Cat Sickle Bar Limb Cutter is rated for material up to 4” in diameter . • The T imber Cat is operated attached to the boom arm and is ideal for trimming populated areas where a sm oo th cut is req uir e d. • When operating th e Tim[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-44 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Sickle Bar • The Sickle Bar Cutter will cut a 5’ swath through tough weeds and grass. • The Sickle Bar Cutter is operated att ached to the boom arm a nd is ideal for vegetation maintenanc e • When operating the Sickl e Bar correctly it will give you a fast, eff[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-45 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 11 . TRACTOR, BOOM, AND A T T ACHED HEAD STORAGE Properly prep aring and storing the unit at the end of the season is critical to maintainin g its appearance a nd to help ensure years of dep endable service. The following are suggested storage pr ocedures: 10.4 Shuttin[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-46 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION • Thoroughly clean all debris from boom and head to pr event da mage from rotting g rass and standing water . • Lubricate all grease points and fill oil levels according to the main tenance lubrication schedule. • T ighten all bolts to the proper torqu e. Ensure [...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-47 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Before transporting tractor between locations, idle the tractor engine , disengage the atta ched head, and wait for all head motion to come to a complete stop. Place the boom in it s storage cradle rest support and then turn the joystick master switch to the OFF positi[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-48 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 12.1 T ransporting on Public Roadways Extreme caution sh ould be used when transport ing the tractor and mower o n public roadways. The tracto r must be equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV emblem and flashing warning lights to al ert driv[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-49 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION When operatin g on public roads, have consideration for other road u sers. Pull to the side of the road occasionally to allow all following traffic to pass. Do not exceed the legal speed limit set in your country for agricultural tractors. Always st ay alert when trans[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-50 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 12.2 Hauling the T ractor and Implement Before transporting a loaded 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[...]

OPERATION Versa 03/09 Operation Section 3-51 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER N OT WOR KIN G - Check level of hydraulic fluid (se e sight gauge on tank) . Check to see if pump is functioning properly by attempting to use a nother cylinder or pressure gauge. If pump is working properly , check the pressure[...]

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MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintena nce Section 4-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Lubrication Information Before operating your Machete, t ake the time to inspect and repair any damage to the machine or tractor . Only a minimum of time and ef fort is requi red to regularly maint ain this machin e to provide long life and trouble free operation.[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintena nce Section 4-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE ITEM DESCRIPTION FREQUENC Y 1. Extension Arm Pin 8 hours 2. Linkage Arm Pin 8 hours 3. Lift Cylin der Base 8 hours 4. Lift Cylin der Pin 8 hours 5. T ilt Cylinder Pin 8 hours[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintena nce Section 4-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE ITEM DESCRIPTION FREQUENC Y 1. Extension Arm Pin 8 hours 2. Linkage Arm Pin 8 hours 3. Lift Cylin der Base 8 hours 4. Lift Cylin der Pin 8 hours 5. T ilt Cylinder Pin 8 hours 6. Ditch S pindle 8 hours[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintena nce Section 4-5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE ITEM DESCRIPTION FREQUENC Y 1. Extension Arm Pin 8 hours 2. Linkage Arm Pin 8 hours 3. Lift Cylin der Base 8 hours 4. Lift Cylin der Pin 8 hours 5. T ilt Cylinder Pin 8 hours 6. Rotor Shaf t Bearing 8 hours 7. Rear Roller Bearing 8 hours[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintena nce Section 4-6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Hydraulic Oil, Filters, and Component s Filters and Oil - Change the return filter tank and su ctio n filters after the first 100 ho urs of operation. Change the filters again at 500 hours or every 12 months; then, change the oil and filters at 400 hours. After th[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintena nce Section 4-7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HARDW ARE Most nuts and bolt s will stay tight an d therefore need on ly periodic checking. However , the following nuts and bolts are extrem ely important and s hould receive special atten tion: S pindle Housing Bolts:T ighten to 400 Ft./Lbs. T orque Blade Bolt s[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintena nce Section 4-8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE 5. Using a 3/16" ca pe chisel, be nd out the st aking indentat i ons o n each side of the be ar ing adjus ting n ut. T o do this, place the chisel in th e groove and parallel to the shaft. Drive th e chisel downward until th e ind en - tatio n is fre e of the[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintena nce Section 4-9 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE CLEANING 1. Clean housing and all related p arts thorou ghly and dry . 2. Protect part s from contamination. INSPECTION Bearings and cup s : Inspect rollers, races, and cages for nicks , pitting, discoloration, and signs of excessive or unusual wear . Replace any [...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintenance Section 4-10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE ROLLER BEARING REPLACEMENT Securely suppor t mo we r while removing and inst alling roller assembly . If installing a roller with pre assembled bearing and bra cket assemblies, remove the old rolle r , proceed to step 11 . 1. Remove roller and both bear ing a nd b[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintenance Section 4-11 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE TIMBER CA T HEAD Lubrication/Daily Checks (Figure Mnt-0 007) Lubricate the grease fittings on top of the blade ba r every 4 ho urs. See Fi gure Mnt-00 07 . Every 8 hours, lubricate the cylinder grease fittin g through the top slot in the cover . See Figure Mnt- 00[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintenance Section 4-12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE PROPER TORQUE FOR F ASTENERS The chart lists the correct tightening torque for fasten er s. When bolts ar e to be tightened or replaced, refer to this chart to determine the grade o f bolts and the prop er torque except when specific tor que values are assigned in[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintenance Section 4-13 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Buzzbar Head BLADES For best performance, have b lade s set and shar pe ned wh en the y begin to dull. Blades can be touched up with a grinder or file between sharpe nings. T o extend the life of the blade, remo ve resin accumulations. When the re sin builds up, t[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintenance Section 4-14 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Belt T ension Adjustment (Fig ure Mnt-B-0010) Loosen nut s on the 4 studs and the jam nut. Use a hand wrench or socket to tension the belt s. Never use power or air e quipment to tighten belt! This could cause damage to belt, sheave, shaft and bearings Once the be[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintenance Section 4-15 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Lubrication: Grease each spindle with one pump of high quality lithium grease weekly . More than one pump is unnecessary and will cause a mess when extra grease squirts out of the relief. Grease fittings are on front of machine, just ab ove the blades. Belt s: Che[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintenance Section 4-16 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Flail Axe Head Belt T ension: When installing new belts, ti ghten belt s to obtain a 16 lb. Belt Deflector Force at 7/16" deflection. After a few hours of operation to a llow the belt s to seat in to the s hea ve groove s rech eck and adjust as n eeded to obt[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintenance Section 4-17 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE General Information on Flail Mower V ibration FLAIL MOWERS INFORMA TION BULLETIN NO. 5 EXCESSIVE VIBRA TION Vibration is a MONSTER and if allowed to continu e unchecked, ca n cause the complete break-u p of a machine in a very short time. A properly operate d Flai[...]

MAINTENANCE VERSA 03/09 Maintenance Section 4-18 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE The cutter shaf t will run out of balance if: 1. Wire, rope, string , rags, etc., around the cutter shaft, are holdin g the knives in a folded back position. Remove suc h foreign obje cts and be sure all knives are fr ee to swing to the ex tended pos ition. 2. Kni[...]

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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[...]

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