Alamo FC-0001, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
MAVERICK 3/09 Operation Section 3-43
© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
T
ION
With engine at idle, engage cutting head then slowly increase engine speed to operating (540 PTO) RPM.
Approach vegetation at desired speed to cut material. When finished, slowly decrease engine speed to idle
and shut down cutting head. Be sure to shut down cutting head at or around idle so that no unnecessary
stress is placed on driveline and hydraulic system components.
8.2 Operating Speed and Ground Speed
Ground speed for mowing will depend upon the height, type, and density of vegetation to be cut. Do Not
exceed 2 MPH while operating. Operate the mower at its full rated PTO speed to maintain blade speed for a
clean cut. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual or the tractor instrument panel for the engine speed and gear
to provide the required operating and desired ground speed. Make sure that the mower is operating at its full
rated speed before entering the vegetation to be cut. Always start and stop cutting blades with engine near
idle.
Ground speed is achieved by transmission gear selection and not by the engine operating speed. The
operator may be required to experiment with several gear range combinations to determine the best gear and
range which provides the most ideal performance from the implement and most efficient tractor operation. As
the severity of cutting conditions increase, the ground speed should be decreased by selecting a lower gear to
maintain the proper operating PTO speed.
OPS-B- 0009
Mow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower. The
correct mowing 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, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power
lines, or when debris and foreign objects are to be avoided.
(SGM-07)
8.3 Operating the Attached Mower Heads
The boom can attach to and operate multiple heads one at a time for a wide range of vegetation control
applications. The attached heads are designed for different applications. The head should be selected based
on the mowing application and the location that the unit is being operated.
Refer to the Assembly Section of this manual to ensure the head is properly attached to the boom hitch and
hydraulic lines are properly connected.
OPS-B- 0010
There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this
Mower. REMEMBER! This machine is often operated in heavy brush
and in heavy weeds. The Blades of this Mower can throw objects if
shields are not properly installed and maintained. Serious injury or even
death may occur unless care is taken to insure the safety of the operator,
bystanders, or passersby in the area. Do not operate this machine with
anyone in the immediate area. Stop mowing if anyone is within 100 yards
of mower.
(SGM-02)