Servis-rhino 00781400C User Manual

© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.172Published 02/11 Part No. 00781400COPERATOR’S MANUAL RHINO® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave.Gibson City, IL 60936800-446-5158Email: part

ASSEMBLY172 02/11 Assembly Section 3-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYCHAIN GUARDS (Optional Equipment) CHAIN GUARDS: Front and Rear Chain Guards (Op

ASSEMBLY172 02/11 Assembly Section 3-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYCHECK CHAINS (Extra Equipment)Check chains are available for attachment to fron

ASSEMBLY172 02/11 Assembly Section 3-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYOFFSET ADAPTER HITCH (EXTRA EQUIPMENT)Fasten the Offset Adapter Tube to the th

Operation Section 4-1OPERATION SECTION

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRHINO 172 ROTARY MOWEROPERATION INSTRUCTIONSRhino 172 rotary mowers are manu

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION1. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTSSafe operation of the unit is the responsibility of

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTSThe tractor used to operate the mower must have the p

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2.3 Tractor HorsepowerThe power required to operate a mower is determined by

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not connect the PTO driveline to the tractor or operate the implement unl

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTORBefore getting onto the tractor, the operat

Safety Section 1-1SAFETY SECTION

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION4. STARTING THE TRACTORThe operator must have a complete understanding of th

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5.1 Connecting Mower-Lift Type1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with thec

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5.2 3-Point Quick HitchOur 3-Point Quick Hitch is designed to connect to aQ

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-11© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.1 Setting Mower Height- Lift Type - (Standard or Quick Hitch)1. Park the

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-12© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5. Level the mower side to side by manipulatingone lower lift arm length. O

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-13© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.2 Setting Deck Pitch Lower Horse Power - Better Fuel Efficiency To increa

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-14© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7.1 Driveline Length CheckWhen fitting the mower to the tractor, the telesc

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-15© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONShorten the driveline profiles as follows:• Remove the driveline from the t

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-16© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONPeriodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace whennecessary wi

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-17© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceRefer to the tractor operator’s

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYGENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICESA careful operator is the best operator. Saf

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-18© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION• Perform scheduled lubrication as detailed inthe maintenance section.• Ens

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-19© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION• Lift Type-Ensure the tailwheel beam positionsupport bolts are properly in

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-20© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION• Inspect blades and blade bolts for loosenessand excessive wear. Make sur

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-21© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONOperating the mower with loose blade hardware will damage the blade holder

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-22© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONInspect the Blades daily for abnormal wear. REPLACE BOTH BLADES on that car

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-23© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.4 Blade Bolt InspectionInspect Blade Bolt Head daily for wear as followed

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-24© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTractor PRE-OPERATION InspectionTractor ID#________________ Make __________

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-25© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRotary Mower PRE-OPERATION InspectionMower ID#________________ Make _______

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-26© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENTSafe tractor transport requires the ope

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-27© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.1 Starting the TractorThe procedure to start the tractor is model specifi

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYOPERATOR SAFETYTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DO THE FOLLOWING:• READ, UNDERSTAND a

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-28© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.3 Raising the MowerUsing the tractor 3-point hitch control lever, raiseth

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-29© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep InclinesWhen crossing ditches with steep ban

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-30© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONInclines and ditches should be approached along aline which is at an angle

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-31© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONMany varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entan

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-32© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwingobjects for g

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-33© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.4 PTO RPM and Ground SpeedGround speed for mowing will depend upon the h

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-34© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-35© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not mow, or drive the tractor into material that is burning, or areas th

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-36© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.6 Right of Way (Highway) Mowing• USE DOUBLE CHAIN GUARDS for highway, ri

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-37© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever stand or allow another person to stand between a running Tractor and

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYCONNECTION OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETYTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM BEI

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-38© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONAlways shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in park, an

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-39© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION12. MOWER STORAGEProperly preparing and storing the mower at the end of the

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-40© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONBefore transporting the tractor and mower, idle thetractor engine, disengag

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-41© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION13.2 Transporting on Public RoadwaysExtreme caution should be used when tra

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-42© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION13.3 Hauling the Tractor and ImplementBefore transporting a loaded tractor

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-43© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEProblem Possible Cause RemedyUneven Cut Excessive

OPERATION172 02/11 Operation Section 4-44© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONGearbox Noisy Low Lubricant. Check lubricant level.Rough gears. Run in or c

Maintenance Section 5-1MAINTENANCE SECTION

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENTAVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEPARTS INFORMATIONBefore operating your Rotary Cutter, make sure it is

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYCRUSHING HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR, EQUIPMENT

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEGearbox LubricationThe gearbox should be full (18 ounces) 0.54 litersa

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEDRIVELINE LUBRICATIONGrease Fittings are located on the Cross Assembly

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESHEAR PIN YOKE LUBRICATIONYoke is supplied with a grease fitting to lu

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEInspect Blades daily for normal wear. If Blades have a notch worn into

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE CARRIER REMOVALRemove cotter pin and loosen slotted nut on gearb

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE CARRIER INSTALLATIONClean the splines on both the blade carrier

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-11© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBlade Bolt InspectionInspect Blade Bolt Head daily for wear as follow

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-12© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESLIP CLUTCHIf a slip clutch is incorporated in the PTO driveline, it

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-13© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESEASONAL CLUTCH MAINTENANCEIt is important that the clutches slip whe

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTHROWN OBJECT HAZARDSROTARY MOWERS CAN THROW OBJECTS 300 FEET OR MORE UNDER ADVERSECO

MAINTENANCE172 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-14© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-14© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADINFORMACIÓN DE PARTESNOTA: Para ver las calcomanias en español porfavor

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-13© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGOS CON EL MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTOMANTENGA LOS IMPLEMENTOS EN B

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-12© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGOS EN TRANSPORTEPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE AL REMOLCAR

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-11© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGOS ELÉCRTICOS Y DE FUEGOPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE PO

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DEL CONTACTO A LAS CUCHILLAS DE CORTADORA RIESGO DE FILTRACION DE

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE ENREDO POR EL PTO MANTÉNGASE ALEJADO DE LAS LÍNEAS DE CONDUCCIÓ

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE ATROPELLOPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CAÍDA DEL

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOS ContinuadoOPERACIÓN DE LA CORTADORA:• NO exce

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOSLAS CORTADORAS GIRATORIAS PUEDEN ARROJAR OBJET

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTHROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS (CONTINUED)MOWER OPERATION:• DO NOT exceed mower's rated

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE APLASTAMIENTOPARA EVITAR UNA LESIÓN GRAVE O LA MUERTE POR CAÍDA

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADSEGURIDAD DE CONECTAR O DESCONECTAR IMPLEMENTOPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADSEGURIDAD DEL OPERADORPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE, SIGA LAS S

SEGURIDAD172 02/11 Sección de Seguridad 1-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADINSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y PRÁCTICAS GENERALESEl mejor operador es un o

Sección de Seguridad 1-1SECCIÓN DE SEGURIDAD

Instrucciones de operaciones antes de la entrega del DISTRIBUIDOR al CLIENTEEl distribuidor deberá informar al comprador de este producto las condicio

Alamo Group Ag. Division está dispuesto a suministrar un (1) Video de Prácticas de Seguridad para Cortadoras AEMPor favor enviar: Video de Seguridad p

A fin de reducir la tasa de accidentes y mejorar la operación segura de las cortadoras, Alamo Group Ag Divisionse ha asociado con otros fabricantes de

Al propietario/operador/distribuidorEste Manual del Operador es una parte esencial de la operación segura de esta máquina y se debe mantener conla uni

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYRUN OVER HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR OREQUIPMENT

©2011 Alamo Group Inc.172Publicado en 02/11 Parte nº. 00781398CMANUAL DE OPERADOR RHINO® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave.Gibson City, IL 60936800-446-5158Email:

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDSKEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING DRIVELINES AND ELEMENTS TO AVOID SERI

To the Owner/Operator/DealerThis Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with theimple

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYMOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDSKEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING BLADES TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-11© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYHIGH PRESSURE OILLEAK HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM HIGH PRESSURE HYD

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-12© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTRICAL CONTAC

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-13© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTRANSPORTING HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH WHEN TOWING OR TRANSPORTING EQ

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-14© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYHAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENTAVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM COMPONENT FA

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-15© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPARTS INFORMATIONPARTS INFORMATIONRhino mowers use balanced and matched system compo

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-16© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal LocationNOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe ope

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-17© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYITEM PART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION1. D389 1 Decal Sheet Multi Hazard 2. D388 1 Dec

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-18© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal Description

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-19© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, in cooperationwith other industry manufacturers has de

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-20© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-21© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-22© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-23© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY172 02/11 Safety Section 1-24© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFederal Laws and RegulationsThis section is intended to explain in broad terms the c

2Contents Acknowledgment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3Safety AlertsSymbolThis Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! STAY ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!”The Safety Alert Symbol identi es important safe

4Industrial/Agricultural Mower TypesMowers are used for pasture clipping, crop residue shredding, heavy brush cutting, waterways, right-of-ways, roads

5Follow A Safety ProgramProtect YourselfWear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job c

Alamo Group Ag. Division will provideone (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices VideoPlease Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video DVD For

6Follow A Safety ProgramAvoid Injury From Raised EquipmentAvoid possible crushing injury from falling mower or other raised equipment.Before working n

7Follow A Safety ProgramBe Alert!Know where to get assistance. Know how to use a  rst aid kit and  re extinguisher/ re suppression system.Be Aware!

8Follow A Safety ProgramSome Rules You Must Work By (continued)— Only quali ed and authorized individuals may operate this equipment.— Never allow ch

9Prepare For Safe OperationCheck The Mower And Tractor EquipmentBefore beginning your work day inspect the machine and have all systems in good operat

10Prepare For Safe OperationKnow The Work AreaBefore you operate the mower thoroughly inspect the work area. Walk around the area and inspect the surf

11Prepare For Safe OperationTractor And Mower Controls Safety TestStart the tractor following the speci c procedures in the manufacturer’s operator’s

12Prepare For Safe OperationHitching Mower To TractorThree-point hitch-mounted mowers:— Refer to mower and tractor manufacturers’ manuals.— Place trac

13Start SafelyMake The Right StartMow only in daylight or good arti cial light conditions.Avoid serious injury or death from mower-thrown objects or

14Operate SafelyMower-Thrown Objects (continued) Disc Mowers — When using a disc mower it is important to know the area to be mowed. If the operator h

15Operate SafelyUnder Mount Mower Safety PracticesWhen mowing with an under mount mower:— Keep removable discharge chute in place and over discharge o

DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery / Operation InstructionsDealer should inform the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedur

16Operate SafelyWing And Side Mount Mowers Safety PracticesRaised wing positions reduce shielding protection and increases the thrown object and blade

17Uneven Terrain Mowing Safety Practices (continued)— Use extreme care to maintain control over the equipment when operating in these conditions.— Inc

18Parking Safety Practices— Use designated or out-of-traf c areas.— Use  rm level ground locations.— Set parking brake.— Lower raised equipment to g

19Shut Down SafelyDismounting Properly— Never dismount from moving equipment.— Never jump from any machines.— Dismount carefully.— Check for slippery

20Perform Maintenance SafelyPrepare YourselfWear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by j

21Perform Maintenance SafelyPrepare The MachineStored energy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, etc.) must be c

22Perform Maintenance SafelyPerform Maintenance SafelyUse Proper VentilationIf it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, remove the exhaus

23Hydraulic System HazardsThe hydraulic system is under pressure whenever the engine is operating and may hold pressure even after the engine is shut

24Avoid ExplosionWARNING! Avoid possible serious injury from explosion. Lead-acid batteries produce extremely explosive gases especially when being ch

25Tire And Wheel Maintenance (continued)WARNING! The types of wheels and tires usually found on this equipment require special care when servicing to

26Perform Maintenance SafelyMower Blade Maintenance (continued)— How are mower blades made? Mower blades are made of high strength alloy spring steel.

2Este manual de seguridad está destinado a señalar algunas de las situaciones de seguridad básicas que pueden surgir durante la operación y el manteni

3Alertas de seguridadSímboloEste símbolo de alerta de seguridad signi ca: “¡ATENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERTA! ¡SU SEGURIDAD ESTÁ EN RIESGO!”El símbolo de

4Tipos de cortadora de césped industrial/para agriculturaLas cortadoras de césped se usan para recortar pasturas, desmenuzar residuos de cultivos, cor

5Cumplimiento del programa de seguridadProtéjase a sí mismoUse la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le pro

6Cumplimiento del programa de seguridadEvite las lesiones provocadas por equipos elevadosEvite posibles lesiones de aplastamiento por caídas de la cor

7Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad¡Manténgase alerta!Sepa dónde obtener asistencia. Sepa cómo usar un equipo de primeros auxilios y un extintor d

8Cumplimiento del programa de seguridadAlgunas reglas que debe cumplir al trabajar (continuación)— Únicamente personas cuali cadas y autorizadas pued

9Preparación para una operación seguraRevise los equipos de la cortadora de césped y el tractorAntes de comenzar la jornada de trabajo, inspeccione la

Table of ContentsSAFETY SECTION ... 1-1GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIO

10Preparación para una operación seguraFamiliarícese con la zona de trabajoAntes de hacer funcionar la cortadora de césped, inspeccione cuidadosamente

11Preparación para una operación seguraPrueba de seguridad de los controles del tractor y de la cortadora de céspedArranque el tractor siguiendo los p

12Preparación para una operación seguraEnganche de la cortadora de césped al tractorCortadoras montadas en enganche de tres puntos:— Consulte los manu

13Arranque con seguridadCómo realizar un arranque correctoCorte la hierba únicamente con luz diurna o en condiciones de buena luz arti cial.Evite les

14Operación con seguridadObjetos arrojados por la cortadora de césped (continuación)Cortadoras de disco — Cuando se usa una cortadora de disco, es im

15Operación con seguridadPrácticas de seguridad para la cortadora de césped de montaje inferiorCuando se traslada con una cortadora de césped de monta

16Operación con seguridadPrácticas de seguridad para cortadoras de césped con laterales y montaje lateralLas posiciones elevadas de los laterales redu

17Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en terrenos desparejos (continuación)— Use extremo cuidado para mantener el control de los equipos cua

18Prácticas de seguridad para el estacionamiento— Use las zonas designadas o alejadas del tránsito.— Use lugares con suelo  rme y nivelado.— Aplique

19Apagado con seguridadDescenso correcto— Nunca descienda de equipos en movimiento.— Nunca baje de una máquina saltando.— Descienda con cuidado.— Veri

Front End Weight ...

20Realización de mantenimiento con seguridadPreparación personalUse la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se l

21Realización de mantenimiento con seguridadPreparación de la máquinaDeben controlarse o reducirse las fuentes de energía almacenada (eléctricas, mecá

22Realización de mantenimiento con seguridadUse ventilación adecuadaSi es necesario hacer funcionar un motor en una zona cerrada, elimine del área las

23Riesgos del sistema hidráulicoEl sistema hidráulico se encuentra bajo presión siempre que el motor está funcionando; puede conservar presión incluso

24Evite explosiones¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones graves por explosiones. Las baterías de plomo-ácido producen gases sumamente explosivos, espe

25Mantenimiento de neumáticos y ruedas (continuación)¡ADVERTENCIA! Los tipos de ruedas y neumáticos que generalmente se encuentran en estos equipos re

26Realización de mantenimiento con seguridadMantenimiento de las hojas de la cortadora (continuación)— ¿Cómo están hechas las hojas de la cortadora de

Introduction Section 2-1INTRODUCTION SECTION

INTRODUCTION172 02/11 Introduction Section 2-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONWe are pleased to have as a Rhino customer. Your Rotary Cutter has

INTRODUCTION172 02/11 Introduction Section 2-3INTRODUCTION© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.The Rhino 172 Rotary Mower is designed for medium duty applications

BLADE CARRIER INSTALLATION ... 5-10BLADE

INTRODUCTION172 02/11 Introduction Section 2-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONKEY OPERATION POINTS• Cutting performance and distribution are best

INTRODUCTION172 02/11 Introduction Section 2-5INTRODUCTION© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.RHINO LIMITED WARRANTY1. LIMITED WARRANTIES1.01. Rhino warrants for

Assembly Section 3-1ASSEMBLY SECTION

ASSEMBLY172 02/11 Assembly Section 3-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYDEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONSThe mower as received from the factory is partially as

ASSEMBLY172 02/11 Assembly Section 3-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYSHIELD ASSEMBLYBefore installing gearbox shields, check lubricant level in gear

ASSEMBLY172 02/11 Assembly Section 3-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYA-FRAME INSTALLATION (Standard Hitch)1. Attach the A-Frame Bars (5) to the righ

ASSEMBLY172 02/11 Assembly Section 3-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYA-FRAME INSTALLATION (Quick Hitch)1. Attach the A-Frame Bars (10) to the right

ASSEMBLY172 02/11 Assembly Section 3-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYSHEAR BOLT or SLIP CLUTCH DRIVELINE INSTALLATIONAttach rear driveline of U-Join

ASSEMBLY172 02/11 Assembly Section 3-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYFront and Rear Deflectors (Standard Equipment)Deflectors: Front and Rear Deflec