Section 1: Assembly & Set-up
AFM4211 All-Flex Grooming Mower 315-507M
3/8/23
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Dealer Preparations
This mower has been partially assembled at the factory.
some additional preparations will be necessary to finish
assembling the mower and to attach it to the customer’s
tractor. Ensure that the intended tractor conforms to the
requirements stated under
“Tractor Requirements”
on
this page.
Pre-Assembly Checklist
Check
Ref.
Make sure miscellaneous assembly tools are on hand:
Hammer, tape measure, and assortment of wrenches.
Have a forklift or hoist with properly sized chains and safety
stands on hand capable of lifting 2500 lbs (2268 kg).
Have a minimum of two people available during assembly.
Check to see if auxiliary tractor weights are needed.
Check to make sure all fasteners and pins are
installed in the correct location. Refer to the
Parts Manual if unsure.
NOTE:
Remember
location of a part or fastener if removed. Keep
parts separated.
Parts
Manual
Make sure all major components and loose
parts are shipped with the machine.
Operator’s
Manual
Make sure working parts move freely, bolts are
tight and cotter pins are spread.
Operator’s
Manual
Make sure all safety labels are correctly located
and legible. Make sure red and amber reflectors
are correctly located and visible when machine
is in transport position. Replace damaged
labels.
80-90 EP Gear Lube must be added to the
gearbox and motor as indicated in the
“Maintenance & Lubrication”.
Make sure all tires are inflated to the specified
psi air pressure.
Make sure all wheel bolts and axle nuts are
tightened to the specified torque.
Hardware Torque Information
Refer to
“Torque Values Chart”
on page 46 to
determine correct torque values for common bolts. See
“Additional Torque Values”
at bottom of chart for
exceptions to standard torque values.
Tractor Shutdown Procedure
The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures.
Follow these procedures and any additional shutdown
procedures provided in your tractor Operator’s Manual
before leaving the operator’s seat.
1. Reduce engine speed and disengage power take-off
if engaged.
2. Park tractor and implement on level, solid ground.
3. Lower implement to ground or onto non-concrete
support blocks.
4. Put tractor in park or set park brake, turn off engine,
and remove switch key to prevent unauthorized
starting.
5. Relieve all hydraulic pressure to auxiliary hydraulic
lines.
6. Wait for all components to come to a complete stop
before leaving the operator’s seat.
7.
Use steps, grab-handles and anti-slip surfaces when
stepping on and off the tractor.
