Alamo Industrial A-Boom, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
A-BOOM 03/09 Operation Section 3-14
©2009 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
T
ION
Relieve hydraulic pressure prior to doing any maintenance or repair work on the Implement.
Place the Mower Head on the ground or securely supported on blocks or stands, disengage
the PTO, and turn off the engine. Push and pull the control Levers or Joystick several times
to relieve pressure prior to starting any maintenance or repair work.
(SBM-6)
Never Leave the mower unattended while the head is in the raised
position. The mower could fall causing serious injury to anyone who
might inadvertently be under the mower
.
(SBM-4)
BOOM ARM ASSEMBLY
•
Inspect condition of each arm section weldment
• Ensure all pins are in place.
• Ensure all bolts and screws are properly
installed.
• Check condition of teflon bushings at boom
pivot points.
• Ensure each hydraulic cylinder is installed and
retained correctly. Ensure the proper size pins
are used to retain the cylinders in place and are
secured properly.
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Never attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material from the Implement while it is in
motion or while tractor engine is running.
(SG-20)
HYDRAULIC LINE INSPECTION
•
Check for hydraulic leaks along hoses,
cylinders and fittings.
IMPORTANT
: DO NOT
use your hands to check for oil leaks. Use a
piece of heavy paper or cardboard to check for
hydraulic oil leaks.
• Inspect the condition of the valve weldment.
• Ensure fitting is properly connected
• Inspect condition of nylon bushings.
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