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Page 1: ...8155 830 372 3551 Email parts alamo industrial com ROTARY MOWER This Operator s Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all times READ...

Page 2: ...safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents BEFORE YOU START Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual Observe the rules of safety and common sense...

Page 3: ...wn this video and presented you a DVD Video when you purchased your mower If you or any mower operator have not seen this video Watch the Video Read this Operator s Manual and Complete the Video Guide...

Page 4: ...MA Mower Operator Safety Video Mower Operator s Manual AEM Mower Operator s Safety Manual Requester Name Phone Requester Address City State Zip Code Mower Model Serial Number Date Purchased DealerSale...

Page 5: ...ALLATION LIFT TYPE Model RX84 Only 3 4 A FRAME INSTALLATION Quick Hitch Model RX60 RX72 3 4 A FRAME INSTALLATION Model RX60 RX72 3 6 DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT 3 7 TONGUE Pull Type 3 7 AXLE ASSEMBLY 3 8 HYD...

Page 6: ...Lock Setting 4 30 Raising the Mower 4 30 Driving the Tractor and Mower 4 31 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines 4 31 OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT 4 32 Foreign Debris Hazards 4 34 Bystanders Pa...

Page 7: ...SLIP CLUTCH 5 12 SEASONAL CLUTCH MAINTENANCE 5 13 MOWER STORAGE 5 13 TORQUE CHART 5 14 GEARBOX SERVICING 5 15 GEARBOX DISASSEMBLY 5 16 RIGHT ANGLE GEARBOX OUTBOARD ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES 5 17...

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Page 9: ...Safety Section 1 1 2009 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY SECTION...

Page 10: ...are intended to warn the owner operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury faced when operating this equipment Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided WILL...

Page 11: ...s Manual and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Tractor and Implement Learn how to stop the tractor engine suddenly in an emergency Never allow inexperienced or untrained person...

Page 12: ...he Equipment safely NEVER knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment when their alertness or coordination is impaired Serious injury or death to the operator or others could result if the operat...

Page 13: ...earing loose fitting clothing Entanglement of the clothing with the rotating elements can result in serious injury or even death Stay clear of all rotating elements at all times SSP 03 Never leave the...

Page 14: ...r the ROPS SG 7 BEFORE leaving the tractor seat always engage the brake and or set the tractor transmission in parking gear disengage the PTO stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving par...

Page 15: ...an be hazardous to your health SG 23 Do not exceed the rated PTO speed for the Implement Excessive PTO speeds can cause Implement driveline or blade failures resulting in serious injury or death SG 26...

Page 16: ...d at very high velocities To reduce the possibility of property damage serious injury or even death never allow the cutting blades to contact such obstacles SGM 4 Extreme care should be taken when ope...

Page 17: ...Periodically shut down the Tractor and Mower and clean clippings and collected debris from the mower deck SGM 12 The Mower is designed for certain mowing applications and is rated to cut up to a spec...

Page 18: ...will also reduce power required to mow reduce wear and tear on the Mower drivetrain spread cut material better reduce streaking and make the final cut more uniform SRM 01 Do not turn so sharp or lift...

Page 19: ...input driveline will not bottom out or become disengaged Bottoming out occurs when the inner shaft penetrates the outer housing until the assembly becomes solid it can shorten no more Bottoming out ca...

Page 20: ...y after you determine that the equipment can be operated at a higher speed Use extreme care and reduce your speed when turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from turning over Determine...

Page 21: ...n and out several times prior to starting any maintenance or repair work S3PT 09 Always disconnect the main PTO Driveline from the Tractor before performing service on the Implement Never work on the...

Page 22: ...ing condition could cause component failure and possible serious injury or even death SG 35 Use caution and wear protective gloves when handling sharp objects such as blades knives and other cutting e...

Page 23: ...on Take time to make yourself aware of any area underground lines or cables Contact with buried lines or cable could result in serious injury or death STL 1 In wet conditions where there is a likelih...

Page 24: ...romote safe operation Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping use or reconditioning Rhino cares about the safety of its customers operators and bystanders and will replace the safety decals o...

Page 25: ...strial 9 2 NAME RX60 2 NAME RX72 2 NAME RX84 10 2738332 2 REFLECT Red Reflectors 11 nfs 1 SERIAL PLATE Serial Number Plate 12 00756004 1 DANGER Shield Missing Not Shown 13 00756005 1 DANGER Rotating D...

Page 26: ...SAFETY RX60 72 84 03 09 Safety Section 1 18 2009 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY Decal Description Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P N D390 Decal D390 consists of the following multi hazards...

Page 27: ...SAFETY RX60 72 84 03 09 Safety Section 1 19 2009 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P N D389 Decal D389 consists of the following multi hazards...

Page 28: ...SAFETY RX60 72 84 03 09 Safety Section 1 20 2009 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY Driveline Hazards P N D388 Decal D388 consists of the following multi hazards...

Page 29: ...21 2009 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY IMPORTANT Always replace blades in pairs P N D395 DANGER Shear Bolt Entanglement P N 00776678 IMPORTANT Use only Genuine Alamo Industrial replacement parts P N 02925100...

Page 30: ...ETY RX60 72 84 03 09 Safety Section 1 22 2009 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY INFORMATION 5 Year Gearbox Warranty P N 00771283 Name LOGO Alamo Industrial P N 00757139 RX60 Logo P N 00785560 RX72 Logo P N 00785...

Page 31: ...Missing Do Not Operate If you see this decal Do Not Operate the mower until the shield has been replaced P N 00756004 DANGER Rotating Driveline Keep Away Contact can cause death P N 00756005 Slow Mov...

Page 32: ...Inc SAFETY Read Operator s Manual The operator s manual is located inside this canister If the manual is missing order one from your dealer P N 00776031 WARNING Do not store mower vertically on shipp...

Page 33: ...e operation and servicing of all equipment with which the employee is or will be involved Employer Responsibilities To ensure employee safety during Tractor and Implement operation it is the employer...

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Page 79: ...Introduction Section 2 1 2009 Alamo Group Inc INTRODUCTION SECTION...

Page 80: ...ed when operating this machine Alamo Industrial typically offers three types of shielding to protect the operator passerby livestock and property from thrown objects deflectors single chain guards and...

Page 81: ...for medium duty cutting such as pasture mowing weed and grass control and cutting brush up to 2 1 2 in diameter With a reasonable amount of preventive maintenance your Mower will provide years of dep...

Page 82: ...nt 2 Fill out the Warranty Card in full Be sure to answer all questions including the Serial Number of the implement Mail within 30 days of delivery date of this implement NOTE Warranties are honored...

Page 83: ...Assembly Section 3 1 2009 Alamo Group Inc ASSEMBLY SECTION...

Page 84: ...els 10 Jack 11 Operator s Manual and Flat Blades Other optional bundles that may be shipped with your unit Ratchet Lift Screw or Hydraulic Cylinder with Hydraulic Hose and Hose Bracket Puncture Proof...

Page 85: ...2 x 1 1 2 bolts 6 and locknuts 7 1 Insert the Caster Fork Weldment 11 into the Tail Wheel Beam 1 and retain with Flatwasher 9 and Cotter Pin 10 2 Tighten all bolts to the proper torque Figure Asm R 04...

Page 86: ...rs 2 to the right and left Hitch Lugs 14 15 with two 5 8 x 2 bolts 16 5 8 washers 17 bushing 18 and 5 8 locknuts 19 Figure Asm R 0342 2 Attach the Lift Strap Bars 1 to the Mainframe with two 5 8 bolts...

Page 87: ...ASSEMBLY RX60 72 84 03 09 Assembly Section 3 5 2009 Alamo Group Inc ASSEMBLY...

Page 88: ...cknut 3 Attach flex links 3 to A Frame bars 2 with 5 8 x 3 carriage bolts 7 bushings 8 flatwasher 9 and nut 10 4 Insert quick hitch bushing 5 between A Frame and insert 5 8 x 4 1 2 bolt 4 and 3 4 lock...

Page 89: ...ing shafts can kill Figure Asm R 0090 Attach slip clutch end of the driveline to the gearbox input shaft securely Make certain that the slip clutch is fully onto the input shaft splines Tighten the lo...

Page 90: ...0406 and tongue 1 Figure Asm R 0405 using clevis pin 15 flatwashers 31 and cotter pin 38 NOTE The adjusting nuts on control rods should be to rear of machine Figure Asm R 0406 HYDRAULIC OR MANUAL LIF...

Page 91: ...verage user and will provide protection from thrown objects with proper operation under normal conditions Deflectors must be maintained in good repair or replaced after no more than two inches of wear...

Page 92: ...EMBLY Front Rubber Fabric Deflectors Standard Equipment Front Deflector Figure Asm 0045 Attach the Front Deflector to the Mower with 1 2 x 1 1 2 bolts flatwashers and locknuts Rear Deflector Figure As...

Page 93: ...ore per year and will provide protection from thrown objects with careful operation Chain Guards must be maintained in good repair by replacing missing or worn sections or by being replaced when serio...

Page 94: ...rough each lifting lug 2 1 2 below the lift pins and 5 8 from the front of the lug Install lower end of check chain 1 to hitch ears through lower holes using bolts 2 washers 3 and locknuts 4 Tighten s...

Page 95: ...endicular 3 Attach the Mower to the tractor Install stabilizer bars or adjust sway chains to prevent side sway of the mower Stabilizer Bars or Sway Chains must be installed and adjusted tightly Withou...

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Page 97: ...Operation Section 4 1 2009 Alamo Group Inc OPERATION SECTION...

Page 98: ...ed to be used as a visual aid to assist in explaining the operation of a rotary mower Some pictures may show shields removed for purposes of clarity NEVER OPERATE this implement without all shields in...

Page 99: ...th 67 1 2 79 1 2 89 1 2 Replaceable Skid Shoes Std Std Std Ratings based on actual field performance Ratings based on actual field performance EXTRA EQUIPMENT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Check Chains Lift Type...

Page 100: ...l Protective Equipment PPE for the job conditions when attaching operating servicing and repairing the equipment PPE is designed to provide operator protection and includes the following safety wear P...

Page 101: ...r Protective Structure ROPS tractor cab or roll bar and seat belt to protect the operator from falling off the tractor especially during a roll over where the driver could be crushed and killed Only o...

Page 102: ...not fit or raise properly Consult an authorized dealer for possible modification procedures to mount non comforming hitches Depending on the hitch category certain size pins are used to attach the mow...

Page 103: ...at a PTO speed of 540 Most tractors operate at either 540 or a combination of 540 and 1000 RPM PTO speeds The operating speed of the mower and tractor can be determined by the number of splines on th...

Page 104: ...getting onto the tractor the operator must read and completely understand the implement and tractor operator manuals If any part of either manual is not completely understood consult an authorized dea...

Page 105: ...or s manual and consult an authorized dealer for tractor operation instructions if needed Essential Tractor Controls Locate the light control lever Locate the engine shut off control Locate the brake...

Page 106: ...h pin through the lug and arm holes and insert retaining pin into hitch pin 6 Walk around to opposite side and repeat proce dure for remaining lift arm and hitch pin 7 Extend or retract 3 point top li...

Page 107: ...o the left or right Mowers with Offset Adaptor hitches connect to the 3 Point hitch the same way as the mower A frame See Offset Adaptor Hitch in the Assembly Section for details to equip the mower wi...

Page 108: ...tractor which will require checking the following 1 Driveline length 2 Tractor stability NOTE Offset Adapter Hitches are available to position the mower to the left or right Mowers with Offset Adapte...

Page 109: ...and remove the key 4 Adjust the mower deck front to rear by extending or retracting the 3 point top link Always set front of deck 3 4 lower than rear for best performance 5 6 Level the mower side to s...

Page 110: ...the deck will raise 2 to 2 before the tail wheel leaves the ground This will allow the mower to follow the contour of uneven terrain Note Install optional check chains when there is a problem with th...

Page 111: ...1 flatwashers 2 between the bottom of drawbar and bottom lip of clevis to fill open space Insert a 3 4 x 4 1 2 grade 5 or 8 bolt 3 through clevis and drawbar and retain in position with a 1 locknut 4...

Page 112: ...the hitch and mower from swaying from side to side Never raise the 3 point lift with the mower attached as catastrophic driveline damage will occur 7 3 Safety Tow Chain If the mower is towed on a publ...

Page 113: ...nnect the mower driveline to the tractor PTO output shaft pull the driveline yoke collar back and align the grooves and splines of the yoke with those of the PTO shaft Push the driveline yoke onto the...

Page 114: ...disengaged Bottoming out occurs when the inner shaft penetrates the outer housing until the assembly becomes solid it can shorten no more Bottoming out can cause serious damage to the Tractor PTO by...

Page 115: ...ount the driveline profiles were engaged If the engaged length is less than 9 the shaft is considered too short and should be replaced with a longer shaft Consult an authorized dealer to purchase the...

Page 116: ...pect all moving parts for wear and replace when necessary with authorized service parts Look for loose fasteners worn or broken parts and leaky or loose fittings Make sure all pins have cotter pins an...

Page 117: ...afety decals are in place and legible The tongue hitch connection bolts pins are tight There are no cracks in tongue or hitch The tow chain is secured to the tractor mower The hydraulic cylinders pins...

Page 118: ...SMV Sign is clean and visible The tires are in good condition with proper pressure The wheel lug bolts are tight The tractor brakes are in good condition The steering linkage is in good condition Ther...

Page 119: ...rake fluid level Power steering fluid level Fuel condition and level Sufficient lubrication at all lube points Air filter condition OPS U 0030 9 2 Mower Pre Operation Inspection Service Before each mo...

Page 120: ...s with retaining pins inserted Pull Type Inspect that the hitch pin is the correct size OPS R 0008_E Ensure deflectors and or chainguards are in position and not damaged Replace worn broken and missin...

Page 121: ...tractor PTO master shield and the mower slip clutch shield are in place lowered and in good condition Ensure the driveline integral shield is in good condition and rotates freely Ensure the driveline...

Page 122: ...sure the mower is securely blocked up before crawling beneath Replace damaged worn and missing blades as complete sets to maintain rotary balance during operation Ensure carrier hub nut is tightened...

Page 123: ...shape or Any cracks are visible or Deep gouges in the blade s surface are persent or Gouges or chipped areas in the cutting edge are larger than 1 2 12 7mm or The material on the leading edge has been...

Page 124: ...0012 9 4 Blade Bolt Inspection Inspect Blade Bolt Head daily for wear as followed Inspect the Blade Bolt Heads daily for abnormal wear REPLACE BOTH BLADE BOLTS on the Blades IMMEDIATELY if either bla...

Page 125: ...ough the turn only after you determine that the equipment can be operated at a higher speed Use extreme care and reduce your speed when turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from turnin...

Page 126: ...should not be used OPS U 0013 Be aware of the operating conditions Do not operate the Tractor with weak or faulty brakes When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick roads the braking distance...

Page 127: ...rol of the tractor and mower Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steering control The tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely hand...

Page 128: ...s to be thrown out from under the mower resulting in possible injury and or property damage Ground contact also produces a severe shock load on the mower drive and to the mower blades resulting in pos...

Page 129: ...operator Stop mowing immediately if blades strike a foreign object Repair all damage and make certain rotor or blade carrier is balanced before resuming mowing SGM 05 Many varied objects such as wire...

Page 130: ...on of the debris Inspect the condition of the mower and make any needed repairs immediately Make sure the blades are not damaged and the carrier is balanced before resuming operation Always wear your...

Page 131: ...ain spread cut material better reduce streaking and make the final cut more uniform SRM 01 11 3 Engaging the Power Take Off PTO Before engaging the PTO make certain that the area is clear of bystander...

Page 132: ...g speed depends on terrain condition and grass type density and height of cut Normal ground speed range is from 2 to 5 mph 3 8 kph Use slow mowing speeds when operating on or near steep slopes ditches...

Page 133: ...r Never mow an area that you have not inspected and removed debris or foreign material SGM 08 Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of equipment and grass fires while operating servicing and repa...

Page 134: ...or wet vegetation may need to be mowed in two or more passes to achieve a uniform cut In such conditions raise the cutting height to 12 or more on the first pass OPS R 0043 Then lower the mower to th...

Page 135: ...he tractor at all times to extinguish possible fires encountered 11 6 Shutting Down the Implement To shut down attached mower head first bring the tractor to a complete stop Decrease engine RPM to idl...

Page 136: ...ete stop Move the mower to a level storage location and lower it to the ground If the mower is not resting securely on the ground block the mower up securely before attempting to disconnect it from th...

Page 137: ...is loose and easy to rotate remove the pin from the mower Next remove both lower hitch pins After disconnecting the 3 lift points remove the mower driveline from the tractor PTO shaft Lay the drivelin...

Page 138: ...riveline clutches slip when an obstacle or heavy load is encountered to avoid mower and or tractor damage If the mower sits outside for an extended period of time or is exposed to rain and or humid ai...

Page 139: ...034 14 1 Transporting on Public Roadways Extreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and implement on public roadways The tractor must be equipped with all required safety warning fea...

Page 140: ...adlights and brake tail lights are functioning properly before proceeding onto public roads While newer model tractors have plenty of lighting to provide warning signals and operating lighting most ol...

Page 141: ...and gross weight of the complete loaded unit Ensure that the load will be in compliance with the legal limits set for the areas that will be traveled through OPS U 0024 Use adequately sized and rated...

Page 142: ...treme care when attaching and removing the securing devices as the extreme tension involved when released has the potential to inflict serious injury While hauling the tractor and implement make occas...

Page 143: ...e hub check tapered spline seated on shaft clean and replace New blade or bolts matched Replace blades or bolts in sets with worn blade or bolts Drivelines not phased correctly Replace driveline Imple...

Page 144: ...nditions too wet for cutting Allow grass to dry before cutting Slow Blades unable to cut that part of ground speed of tractor but keep grass pressed down by path of engine running at full PTO wpm trac...

Page 145: ...Maintenance Section 5 1 2009 Alamo Group Inc MAINTENANCE SECTION...

Page 146: ...s Lubrication Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts particularly when operating in sandy areas The illustrations below shows lubrication points Figure Mnt R 0080 The chart gives the freq...

Page 147: ...MAINTENANCE RX60 72 84 03 09 Maintenance Section 5 3 2009 Alamo Group Inc MAINTENANCE...

Page 148: ...MAINTENANCE RX60 72 84 03 09 Maintenance Section 5 4 2009 Alamo Group Inc MAINTENANCE...

Page 149: ...eration If required oil should be added until it comes to proper level Recommended lubricant is multi purpose gearoil Servis Rhino P N 00786250 NOTE Make sure mower is level when checking oil in the g...

Page 150: ...ion of the Driveline Install the new or repaired Shield on the Driveline Place the split Nylon Bearing over the Driveline Housing of Shaft against the Yoke and in the Bearing groove Install shield ove...

Page 151: ...semble the main inner driveline shield grease the yoke groove and inner profile tube Attach the bearing ring in groove with recesses facing profile tube FIGURE Mnt 0027 Slide on the half shield Turn t...

Page 152: ...to assembly position and remove half shield Remove bearing ring MNT R 0038 2 To assemble outer CV driveline grease yoke groove and inner profile tube Attach bearing ring on groove with recesses facin...

Page 153: ...to maintain balance The difference in blade weights should not exceed 1 ounce Unbalanced blades will cause excessive vibration which can damage gear box bearings Vibration may also cause structural cr...

Page 154: ...ushings as a snug slip fit If the blade bolt fit appears to be loose or sloppy measure the square hole in bushing If the bottom of the square hole is 1 16 or greater than the square shoulder of the ne...

Page 155: ...nd threads Retighten the nut to 350 ft pounds Install cotter pin and spread Always recheck gearbox output shaft slotted blade carrier retaining nut torque after a few hours operation Avoid personal in...

Page 156: ...ower has been idle for an extended period of time or in wet weather before operating check to be sure the friction lining plates are not rusted coroded together Should this occur refer to the procedur...

Page 157: ...ximately one second and then quickly disengage it The friction lining plates should break loose check the mark 7 Turn tractor off Tighten the nuts on the disc spring clutch until Belleville spring is...

Page 158: ...ade of bolts and the proper torque except when specific torque values are assigned in manual text RECOMMENDED TORQUE IN FOOT POUNDS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED IN THE MANUAL NOTE These values apply to fas...

Page 159: ...lamp or securely support the gearbox and sub assemblies to prevent injuries to hands and feet due to inadvertent dropping or falling over Always wear safety glasses and gloves to prevent eye and hand...

Page 160: ...s out of housing the complete assembly will drop 5 The gearbox is now disassembled into four 4 sub assemblies 1 Input shaft assembly 2 Output shaft assembly 3 Lower bearing retainer assembly 4 Main ho...

Page 161: ...pull out with Gear and Bearing Cones item 27 still on it Inner Bearing Cone may stay in Housing and Outer Bearing Cone should come off with front Bearing cover Step VII Remove Inner Bearing Cone Inner...

Page 162: ...m 23 into Main Housing from the bottom NOTE Direction bearing cup must be installed Insert spacer item 12 Install lower bearing cup item 23 into main housing and seat firmly against spacer item 12 STE...

Page 163: ...earing Cone is seated into Inner Bearing Cup Rotate output shaft back forth slightly to determine approx gear back lash If backlash seems large it will be necessary to remove a shim item 7 or 8 If not...

Page 164: ...labor charges exceeding a reasonable amount as determined by Manufacturer and for returning the goods to the Dealer whether or not the claim is approved Purchaser is responsible for the transportatio...

Page 165: ...to the protected area provided by the ROPS REQUIRED OF THE OPERATOR 1 Securely fasten seatbelt if the tractor has a ROPS 2 Where possible avoid operating the tractor near ditches embankments and hole...

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