Servis-Rhino RC-12 User Manual

©2006 Alamo Group Inc.$0.00Published 12/05 Effective Serial No. RC-12-10040 through current Part No. 00726339COPERATOR’S MANUAL RHINO

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-6© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFlail Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwingobjects for great distan

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-7© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever allow children to operate, ride on, or come close to the Tractor orImplement.

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-8© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYIn case of mechincal difficulty during operation, place the transmission in the park

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-9© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYAvoid mowing in reverse direction when possible. Check to make sure there are noper

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-10© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYConnecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and PracticesTransporting

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-11© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYBe particularly careful when transporting the Implement with the Tractor. Turn curv

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-12© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTransport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can resultfrom opera

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-13© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYMaintenance and Service Safety Instructions and PracticesSecure the Implement for tr

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-14© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material from the Implement while it i

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-15© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYConcluding Safety Instructions and PracticesNOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on t

To the Owner/Operator/DealerAll implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator wh

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-16© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY.ITEM PART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION1 002369 1 DANGER Flail Multi-Hazard2 00725739 1

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-17© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY16 00725713 1 INSTRUCT Lubrication Chart, RC Flails17 00725738 1 INSTRUCT Notice to

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-18© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal DescriptionPeligro Translation, If you do not know how to readEnglish, please

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-19© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDANGER! Rotating Driveline Keep Away, Contactcan cause death.P/N 00756005DANGER! Mak

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-20© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYInformation that Grease Fitting is present and mustapply grease. P/N 0006788 Hour Lu

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-21© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYP/N D303Logo Product Name: Rhino WARNING! - Guard Missing, Do Not OperateP/N 0077593

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-22© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYRed Reflector. Keep reflectors clean and visible.P/N 1458392Amber Reflector. Keep r

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-23© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYINFORMATION - Operator’s Manual Inside P/N 00776481WARNING! Do not operate with Bel

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-24© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYInstructions for Lifting Unit with chain or cable. P/N 00725715Instructions for p

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-25© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYWARNING! Avoid Bodily Injury, Use 1000 RPMPTO Speed Only. P/N D114INFORMATION - 5 Ye

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY SECTION ...1-1General Safety Instructio

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-26© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFederal Laws and RegulationsThis section is intended to explain in broad terms the c

Introduction Section 2-1© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTION SECTION

INTRODUCTIONRC12 12-05 Introduction Section 2-2© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThis Flail Shredder is designed with care and built with quality ma

INTRODUCTIONRC12 12-05 Introduction Section 2-3© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONATTENTION OWNER/OPERATORBEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE:• Carefully r

INTRODUCTIONRC12 12-05 Introduction Section 2-4© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONOWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES• Read the TRACTOR Owner's Manual

INTRODUCTIONRC12 12-05 Introduction Section 2-5© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Remove all foreign objects from, and stay clea

Assembly Section 3-1© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY SECTION

ASSEMBLYRC12 12-05 Assembly Section 3-2© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYThe RC Flail Shredders are supplied with a Cat III 3-Point Hitch on lift-type m

ASSEMBLYRC12 12-05 Assembly Section 3-3© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY• Attach gearbox shield (item 1) to gearbox with four 5/8" bolts, flatwash

Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service ... 4-15Mower Pre-Operation Inspection

ASSEMBLYRC12 12-05 Assembly Section 3-4© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY• Place key (item 1) in end of jackshaft and slide round end of PTO shaft over

ASSEMBLYRC12 12-05 Assembly Section 3-5© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY3-POINT HITCH ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION(Lift Models Only)• Raise hitch into positio

ASSEMBLYRC12 12-05 Assembly Section 3-6© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYATTACHING AXLE ASSEMBLIES TO MAIN WHEEL BAR TUBE • Mark desired row spacing wit

Operation Section 4-1© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION SECTION

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-2© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRHINO RC12 FLAIL SHREDDER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.The RC Flail is primarily d

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-3© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION1. Standard Equipment and SpecificationsRC 12Cutting Width 144”Overall Width

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-4© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTractor Requirements2.OPERATOR REQUIREMENTSSafe operation of the unit is the

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-5© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONThe tractor used to operate the mower must have the power, capacity and requ

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-6© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2.3 Tractor HorsepowerThe horsepower required to operate the mower depends o

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-7© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONIf operating an older model tractor where the tractor’s transmission and PTO

Safety Section 1-1© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY SECTION

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-8© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.Fa

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-9© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION4. STARTING THE TRACTORThe operator must have a complete understanding of th

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-10© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONPull Type ModelsCutting height is set by adjusting ratchet jack which rotat

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-11© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONThe mower’s cutting height is set by positioning theroller assembly for eac

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-12© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.1 Leveling DeckTo Facilitate a safe and efficient mowing operation,the mo

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-13© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONWhen fitting the mower to the tractor, the telescoping driveline must be in

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-14© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONShorten the driveline profiles as follows:• Remove the driveline from the t

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-15© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONPeriodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace whennecessary wi

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-16© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONAll Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not limited to

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-17© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION• Ensure rubber deflectors are in position and notdamaged. Replace worn, br

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-2© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYGeneral Safety Instructions and PracticesOperator Safety Instructions and PracticesA

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-18© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENTSafe tractor transport requires the ope

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-19© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTransport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can resultf

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-20© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.3 Raising the MowerUsing the tractor 3-point hitch control lever, raiseth

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-21© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONAlways disengage the tractor differential lock when turning. When engaged t

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-22© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONLift-type units - Do not disengage PTO at end of row. Reduce speed and lowe

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-23© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONWhen confronted with an incline or ditch, do notapproach from an angle whic

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-24© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONExtreme care should be taken when operating near loose objects suchas grave

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-25© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.1 Foreign Debris HazardsBefore mowing, inspect the area to make surether

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-26© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONFlail Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwingobjects for gr

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-27© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.4 PTO RPM and Ground SpeedGround speed for mowing will depend upon the h

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-3© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYThe rotating parts of this machine continue to rotate even after the PTO has been tur

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-28© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-29© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.6 Shutting Down the ImplementTo shut down the implement, first bring the

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-30© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION11. DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTORBefore disconnecting the mower,

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-31© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever stand or allow another person to stand between a running Tractor and

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-32© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONIf the tractor’s hydraulic pump is not independent of the tractor PTO, or i

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-33© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION13.1 Transporting on Public RoadwaysExtreme caution should be used when tra

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-34© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONMake sure that all tractor flashing warning lights,headlights, and brake/ta

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-35© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION13.2 Hauling the Tractor and ImplementBefore transporting a loaded tractor

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-36© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDEProblem Possible Cause RemedyExcessive Vibrations Che

OPERATIONRC12 12/05 Operation Section 4-37© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONClutch Slips Excessively Clutch linings badly worn or Repair clutch per mai

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-4© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYAlways read carefully and comply fully with the manufacturersinstructions when handli

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-1© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE SECTION

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-2© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE GENERAL MAINTENANCEBefore doing any maintenance or adjusting on the

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-3© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCETo lubricate telescoping section of driveline, disconnect yoke from tra

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-4© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCECUTTER SHAFTRoutinely inspect cutter shaft for and replace any worn or

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-5© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEPULLEY ALIGNMENT AND REMOVALPulleys will remain aligned during belt ten

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-6© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCENever hammer edge of pulley which may crack. To move assembly, a soft b

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-7© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCECUTTER SHAFT AND BEARING REMOVALCutter Shaft Bearing Removal - Mnt-FL-0

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-8© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCECutter Shaft RemovalSupport and block cutter shaft at both ends of bear

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-9© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEDRIVELINE:Driveline Shield Replacement:Slide apart both halves of drive

SAFETYRC12 12-05 Safety Section 1-5© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYEquipment Operation Safety Instructions and PracticesDO NOT operate this Implement on

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-10© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEStep 5: To reassemble, place seals securely on bearing cups. Apply gre

MAINTENANCERC12 12/05 Maintenance Section 5-11© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESTORING THE RC12• When storing the RC12 for an extended period of time

RHINO LIMITED WARRANTY1. LIMITED WARRANTIES1.01. Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or

To keep your implement running efficiently and safely, read your manual thoroughly and follow these directions andthe Safety Messages in this Manual.

RC12 12/05 P/N 00726339CPrinted U.S.A