Alamo BUSH HOG RMB 1660, Operator'S Manual

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ASSEMBLY
RMB 1660 01/22 Assembly Section 3-21
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STORAGE
If machine is to be left standing for an extended period of time, lightly coat the exposed portions of the ram rods
with grease. Subsequently this grease should be wiped off before the rams are next moved. If the machine has
to be stored outside, tie a piece or tarpaulin or canvas over the control assembly. Do not use a plastic fertilizer
which could lead to rapid corrosion.
SUBSEQUENT ATTACHMENT TO IDENTICAL TRACTOR
Refer to and follow steps on ‘Initial attachment to tractor’ found on previous pages.
1. Connect stabilizer into tractor top hitch position used previously.
2. Raise the machine on the tractor linkage until the stabilizer contacts the eccentric stops.
3. Fit stabilizer lower pins.
4. Mount controls in the tractor cab.
5. Fit PTO shaft and attach torque chain to a convenient point to prevent the shaft guard rotating.
6. Place arms in work position at half reach and adjust lift arm leveling box to bring frame horizontal.
7. Tighten check chains.
8. Stow parking legs.
9. Fold machine into transport position.
10. Proceed to the work site.
SUBSEQUENT ATTACHMENT TO DIFFERENT TRACTOR
1. Remove stabilizer and top link from machine and separate.
2. Refer to and follow steps ‘initial attachment to tractor’.