Alamo FC-0001, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
MAVERICK 3/09 Operation Section 3-22
© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
T
ION
In the event that electrical power fails and the “Joystick” will not reposition the boom or cutting head, an
emergency control has been provided.
There are gold covered buttons (two on each valve section) located on each valve under the pump cover on
the front of the tractor.
6.OPERATING THE BOOM JOYSTICK CONTROL
Positioning the boom is performed with electronic
valves controlled by the operator using a single
joystick. The joystick controls a total of five
operations: Swing, Lift, Dipper, Head, Tilt, and
Door. Of these five operations, the Swing, Lift, and
Dipper functions are
proportional ; that is, when the
joystick is moved a small amount, the cylinder
moves slowly and as the joystick continues to be
moved, the cylinder continually becomes faster.
This allows very precise positioning of the boom.
Using a single joystick, many of the functions can
be operated simultaneously such as the Lift and
Dipper for even greater speed at positioning of the
boom.
For safe and efficient boom mower operation, it is
critical that the operator be experienced and feel
confident in using the joystick control to position
the boom. New operator’s should allowed ample
time to practice using the joystick in an open area
before entering the worksite. Before attempting to
operate this equipment, read these instructions
completely. If you have any questions concerning
safety of operation, contact your dealer or ALAMO
INDUSTRIAL.
Each joystick control and responding boom action
is covered in detail on the following pages. Read
each explanation carefully then practice in a safe,
level area, CLEAR of all people, animals, and any
obstructions. As always, use extreme caution
when using this machine.
Practice performing multiple functions simultaneously. With some practice, the joystick will become very easy
to operate and will feel almost as it were an extension of your arm.
With the exception of the relief valves, which are preset at the factory, these are all the controls for operating
the machine other than the controls on the tractor itself.
OPS-B- 0030
Operate the Tractor and/or Implement controls only while properly seated in the Tractor seat
with the seat belt securely fastened around you. Inadvertent movement of the Tractor or
Implement may cause serious injury or death.
(SG-29)