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Reddi-Arm Operator’s Manual 

Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. 

Page 10

2.3 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES

•  Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the 

main concerns in the design and development of 

equipment. However, every year many accidents 

occur, which could have been avoided, by a few 

seconds of thought and a more careful approach to 

handling equipment.

•  You, the operator, can avoid many accidents by 

following the precautions in this section. Insist that 

those working with you, or for you, follow them also.

• 

In order to provide a better view, certain 

photographs or illustrations in this manual 

may show an assembly with a safety shield 

removed. Equipment should never be used 

in this condition. Keep all shields in place. 

If shield removal becomes necessary for 

repairs, replace the shield prior to use.

•  Replace any safety or instructional signs that are 

missing or illegible. The location of these safety signs 

are indicated in this manual.

• 

Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can 

hinder alertness or coordination while using this 

equipment. Consult your doctor about using this 

machine while taking prescription medications.

•  Under no circumstances should young children be 

allowed to work with this equipment.

•  The operator should be a responsible, properly 

trained and physically able person. They should be 

familiar with machinery and trained in this 

equipment’s operations.

• 

If the elderly are assisting with work, their physical 

limitations need to be recognized and 

accommodated.

• 

If the tow vehicle is a tractor, it should be 

equipped with a Roll Over Protective 

Structure (ROPS) and a seat belt.

•  Never exceed the limits of the Reddi Arm if its ability 

to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question - DON’T 

TRY IT.

• 

Do not modify the equipment in any way. 

Unauthorized modification may impair the function 

and life of the equipment, and may result in serious 

injury or death.

2.4 SAFETY DECALS

2.4.1 General Information:

•  Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times.

•  Replace decals that are missing or have become 

illegible.

•  Replaced parts that displayed a safety decal should 

also display the current sign.

•  Safety decals displayed in Section 2.13 each have a 

part number located below the sign. Use this part 

number when ordering replacements.

•  Safety decals are available from your authorized 

Distributor or Dealer Parts Department.

NOTE:

Call Mandako directly if you are unfamiliar with who your 

local dealer/distributor is.

2.4.2 How to Install Safety Decals:

1.  Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.

2.  Be sure temperature is above 50°F (10°C).

3.  Determine exact position before you remove the 

paper backing. (See Section 2.13)

4.  Remove the smallest portion of the split backing.

5.  Align the decal over the specified area and carefully 

press the small portion with the exposed adhesive in 

place.

6. 

Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully 

smooth the rest of the decal in place.

7. 

Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and 

smoothed out using the piece of the paper backing.

Summary of Contents for REDDI-ARM 10 Series

Page 1: ...Reddi Arm Operator s Manual Mandako Agri Marketing 2010 Ltd Page 1 REDDI ARM 10 SERIES OPERATORS MANUAL OPERATORS MANUAL...

Page 2: ...tails of the Covered Defects and submitted online at www mandako com warranty claim or be sent to Mandako Box 379 12159B Hwy 306 Plum Coulee Manitoba R0G 1R0 MANDAKO reserves the right to inspect the...

Page 3: ...nts 21 3 2 Machine Break In 24 3 3 Pre Operation Checklist 24 3 4 Equipment Matching 25 3 5 Driveline Dimension 26 3 6 Controls 27 3 7 Attaching Reddi Arm to Tractor 28 3 7 1 Connect to 3 Point Hitch...

Page 4: ...daily 41 4 2 3 Every 40 Hours or weekly 42 4 2 4 Annually 43 4 2 5 Every 3 years 43 4 3 Service Record 44 Section 5 Troubleshooting 46 Section 6 Sign off form 48 Section 7 REFERENCE 50 7 1 Bolt Torque...

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Page 6: ...ers the Mandako Reddi Arm Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass along to new operators or owners Call your Mandako dealer if you need assistance information or additional copies of...

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Page 8: ...messages the appropriate signal word for each message has been selected using the following guidelines dAnGeR Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or...

Page 9: ...em Most accidents can be avoided A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to use the machine An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders...

Page 10: ...are assisting with work their physical limitations need to be recognized and accommodated If the tow vehicle is a tractor it should be equipped with a Roll Over Protective Structure ROPS and a seat be...

Page 11: ...rk their physical limitations need to be recognized and accommodated 2 6 PREPARATION Never use the mower until you have read this Manual and the mower and power unit s Operator s Manual Take note of e...

Page 12: ...sure you are in compliance with all federal and local regulations regarding transport of equipment on public roads and highways Do not exceed a safe travel speed Use hazard flasher on tractor when tr...

Page 13: ...e to a hydraulic system make sure all components are tight and that steel lines hoses and couplings are in good condition When completing a maintenance or service function make sure all safety shields...

Page 14: ...gs if applicable and install transport lock pins and retainers before transporting Keep to the right and yield the right of way to allow faster traffic to pass Drive on the shoulder of the road if per...

Page 15: ...or unplugging implement Install and secure all guards and sheilds before starting or operating Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from all moving and or rotating parts Do not allow riders on the...

Page 16: ...efore transporting Be sure lights are working Stay away from overhead power lines when folding or extending wings Electrocution can occur without direct contact Fold wings install transport lock brack...

Page 17: ...ber Safety Decals are for your protection If they have been damaged removed become illegible or replacement parts do not have the decal new ones must be applied Safety decals are available from your a...

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Page 20: ...ys Do not exceed a safe travel speed Use hazard flasher on tractor when transporting Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system make sure all components are tight and that steel lines hoses and...

Page 21: ...controls the following one circuit controls a two way selector valve which operates the mower left and right wings one circuit operates the deck lift and the other operates the Reddi Arm steering The...

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Page 24: ...ance Section 3 3 PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST Efficient and safe operation of the Mandako Reddi Arm requires that each operator reads and understands the procedures and all related safety precautions outli...

Page 25: ...he tractor s hydraulic system must be capable of a minimum of 10 gpm 38 lpm at 1800 psi 12 420 kPa but not to exceed 2800 psi 19 320 lpm Depending on the option selected the Reddi Arm requires 3 4 hyd...

Page 26: ...ooves on the tractor PTO shaft and the attaching bolt on the Reddi Arm e Measure the same dimensions on the compressed driveline f If the compressed driveline dimension exceeds the machine dimension t...

Page 27: ...ng circuit back and forth until pin engages Pull up the pin and rotate 90 to release the lock pin The axle and wheels are now free to move back and forth as required 2 Hydraulic Selector Valve Optiona...

Page 28: ...bar or swing to the side and pin from the tractor if it will interfere with the PTO driveline refer to tractor manual for detailed instructions 5 Align the hitch arms while backing up using the jack o...

Page 29: ...f the input driveline from storage and assemble them together 6 Attach the driveline to the machine NOTE Remove guard from machine by removing the top nut to better access the machine shaft if needed...

Page 30: ...from around the couplers and male tips 2 Insert the male tips into the couplers Be sure they are locked in place 3 Ensure the hoses are properly routed to prevent the hoses from dragging on the groun...

Page 31: ...e the selector valve control box from its stored location IMPORTANT Tractor cabs are designed with an access opening to allow wires or the components to enter or exit the cab in a controlled manner ra...

Page 32: ...s If this is the case see section 3 8 3 for hooking up the mower hydraulics 4 Backup till the Reddi Arm drawbar and mower hitch are aligned 5 Stop tractor set park brake remove ignition key and wait f...

Page 33: ...ey do not 3 8 4 Connect PTO Follow this procedure 1 Check that the driveline is the appropriate length Measure to be sure Refer to Section 3 5 2 Check that the driveline telescopes easily and the shie...

Page 34: ...ly small children 2 Attach the machine to the tractor and the mower to the Reddi Arm see section 3 7 and 3 8 3 Using the 3 Point hydraulics ensure the input driveline is level from the Reddi Arm to th...

Page 35: ...information and best practices on lowering the mower wings please refer to the mower manual 12 Wheel Frame Angle The rear axle can be angled up to 48 left or right from center to steer the cab mower U...

Page 36: ...errain conditions The recommended travel speed is 0 to 8 kph 0 5 mph Slow down when on or near rough conditions such as ditches steep slopes and obstacles or when avoiding obstacles Mowers operate bet...

Page 37: ...eering hydraulic circuit 8 Keep to the right and yield right of way to allow faster traffic to pass Drive on shoulder of road if permitted by law 9 Make sure the SMV Slow Moving Vehicle emblem and all...

Page 38: ...washing 4 Inspect all hydraulic hoses couplers and fittings Tighten any loose fittings Replace any hose that is badly cut nicked abraded or is separating from the crimped end of a fitting 5 Touch up...

Page 39: ...actor see Section 3 7 3 Check a Electrical harness connections and components b All hardware Tighten as required c Tire pressure see section 7 2 d All hydraulic lines fittings and connections Tighten...

Page 40: ...hoses and couplings are in good condition Center machine and install frame lock pin before transporting or storing Fold wings if applicable and install transport lock pins and retainers before transpo...

Page 41: ...Re torque all bolts shown in Fig 50 4 2 2 Every 8 Hours or daily 1 Visually inspect the machine for damage or leaks Repair any broken or damaged areas 2 Grease rear driveline input driveline and conne...

Page 42: ...tes an imbalance in the driveshaft and can cause vibrations See Fig 54 5 Check oil in both upper and lower gearboxes a Ensure gearboxes are level b Remove plug c Insert finger to feel oil The oil shou...

Page 43: ...oth upper and lower gearboxes See section 4 1 3 for oil requirements 3 Re torque all bolts on the machine as per section 7 1 4 2 5 Every 3 years 1 Rebuild wheel hubs a Dissassemble b Clean c Inspect a...

Page 44: ...drivelines Grease flanged bearings Check gearbox oil EVERY 40 HOURS OR WEEKLY Remove debris clean machine Grease rear axle pivot pin ANNUALLY Grease Jack Replace oil in gearboxes Re torque all bolts E...

Page 45: ...ar axle pivot pin ANNUALLY Grease Jack Replace oil in gearboxes Re torque all bolts EVERY 3 YEARS Rebuild Wheel Hubs Copy this page to continue record Date Maintenance Serviced By EVERY 8 HOURS OR DAI...

Page 46: ...ut cross kits Tighten connections as neccessary and ensure bolts are equal length Check and tighten all bolts for bearing flanges and bearing brackets and replace worn or damaged bearings Check to mak...

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Page 48: ...ce information presented in this manual Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until this document has been read Review this information annually before the season start up Make...

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Page 50: ...hine Match your tires to the table below to find the right tire pressure for your tire Never exceed the manufacturers maximum tire pressure rating 320 70R15 8 Bolt 20 25 PSI 440 55R18 10 Bolt 18 25 PS...

Page 51: ...1 1 4 20 1 2 1 1 2 154 209 1 1 2 24 1 2 1 1 2 211 286 2 32 1 2 1 1 2 300 407 For reference only Source Air Way Manufacturing Co Carbon Steel Hydraulic Stud End O Ring Boss ORB SAE U UF Carbon Steel Tu...

Page 52: ...t Height C 6 2 Unit Weight 3270 lbs 1483 kg Hitch Weight 1362 lbs 618 kg Angling D 48 Left Right Offset D 16 Left Right Main Frame Dimensions 12 x 8 x 0 250 W Hitch Hookup Type 3 Point Cat 2 or Cat 3...

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