© 2005
Alamo Group Inc.
Section 1 - 2
Switch Blade (JD-
5105-5205-
5225, 5325, 5425, 5525, Asy. Man) 05/05
SPECIFICATIONS - SWITCH BLADE
This manual was carefully prepared by Alamo Industrial in an effort to aid the repair technisian
in keeping the performance of this mower up to the high standards for which it was designed. Its
purpose is to cover safety and to give recommendations for the proper repar, care and operation of the
mower. The repair person will want to be totally familiar with this manual so that they will be better
able to handle day to day service adjustments, maintenance and any necessary repairs.
For the purposes of product improvement, Alamo Industrial Company reserves the right to
make changes in design, material or specifications without notice and without liability therefore.
READ THIS BEFORE BEGINNING
ASSEMBLY, REPAIRS OR TESTING:
The Switch Blade:
The Switch Blade has an independent hydraulic system
to operate the motor and the cylinder system. This system uses a tandem
pump for hydraulic supply and its own independent oil reservoir. Use caution
not to contaminate this system.
DO NOT
1.
DO NOT
short any wires across or allow them to be shorted out.
2.
DO NOT
attempt to jump across any wires or supply them with alternate power source.
3.
DO NOT
install higher rated fuses than are recommended by manufacturer.
4.
DO NOT
attempt to repair or adjust a component that is not intended to be repaired, example
sealed components as there are no serviceable components inside.
5.
DO NOT
let anyone attempt any testing or repairs unless they are an experienced and
qualified technician. Technicians must have proper tools, gauges, meters etc. to perform proper
diagnosis and/or repairs.
6.
DO NOT
perform any repairs with dirty tools or in dirty area. When working on hydraulic
components keeping system clean and free of contamination is important.
7.
DO NOT
start or engage system if the oil level is not at the proper level or condition. Never
start or run unit low or out of oil. If installing new pumpnever start engine unless pump & system
has been filled with oil, starting a pump dry will damage it.
8.
DO NOT
install / add any oil unless you know it is the correct type and the container is clean.
Make certain the oil is not contaminated with dirt or any liquid.
9.
DO NOT
Make repairs if it is going to be unsafe for you or the people around you, it is the
repair persons responsibility to secure the tractor and the surrounding work area. Tractor
should be disabled in a way that it cannot be started until the repair technician is ready to do so.
10.
DO NOT
use teflon tape or other pipe joint tape on fittings or hose connections. For pipe
threads, use a pipe thread sealant compound suitable for hydraulic service on OD thread.
