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Page 1: ...446 5158 Email parts servis rhino com HEAVY DUTY FLEX WING ROTARY CUTTER This Operator s Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all t...

Page 2: ...safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents BEFORE YOU START Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual Observe the rules of safety and common sense...

Page 3: ...n this video and presented you a DVD Video when you purchased your mower If you or any mower operator have not seen this video Watch the Video Read this Operator s Manual and Complete the Video Guideb...

Page 4: ...A Mower Operator Safety Video Mower Operator s Manual AEM Mower Operator s Safety Manual Requester Name Phone Requester Address City State Zip Code Mower Model Serial Number Date Purchased DealerSales...

Page 5: ...WHEELS 3 7 OPERATION SECTION 4 1 Standard Equipment and Specifications 4 3 OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS 4 4 TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS 4 5 ROPS and Seat Belt 4 5 Tractor Safety Devices 4 5 Tractor Horsepower 4 6...

Page 6: ...porting on Public Roadways 4 45 Hauling the Tractor and Implement 4 47 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 4 48 MAINTENANCE SECTION 5 1 Lubrication 5 2 CENTER WING GEARBOXES 5 4 DIVIDER GEARBOX 5 4 GEARBOX ARRANGEM...

Page 7: ...Safety Section 1 1 2010 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY SECTION...

Page 8: ...ord are intended to warn the owner operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury faced when operating this equipment Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided W...

Page 9: ...tor or Implement until you have read and completely understand this Manual the Tractor Operator s Manual and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Tractor and Implement Learn how t...

Page 10: ...could result if the operator is under the influence of drugs or alcohol SG 27 Prolonged operation may cause operator boredom and fatigue affecting safe operation Take scheduled work breaks to help pre...

Page 11: ...ever or a hydraulic failure may cause sudden drop of unit with injury or death by crushing To properly park the implement when disconnecting it from the tractor lower the stand and put the retaining p...

Page 12: ...ctor transmission in parking gear disengage the PTO stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop Place the tractor shift lever into a low range or parking gear to prevent the t...

Page 13: ...around you Inadvertent movement of the Tractor or Implement may cause serious injury or death SG 29 In case of mechanical difficulty during operation place the transmission in the park position set th...

Page 14: ...rly marked and carefully avoided by the operator Stop mowing immediately if blades strike a foreign object Repair all damage and make certain rotor or blade carrier is balanced before resuming mowing...

Page 15: ...ion see Mower Standard Equipment and Specifications DO NOT use this mower to cut vegetation above the Mower s rated capacity or to cut any type of non vegetative material Only operate this Mower on a...

Page 16: ...the final cut more uniform SRM 01 Do Not attempt to raise or lower the implement wing unless the Implement tongue is securely attached to the Tractor drawbar The Implement could tip over and cause equ...

Page 17: ...riveline back and forth several times to ensure it is securely attached A driveline not attached correctly to the Tractor PTO shaft could come loose and result in personal injury and damage to the Imp...

Page 18: ...ontrol which could result in property damage or possible injury Do not transport unless 3 Point lift lever is fully raised and in the latched transport position Dropping implement in transport can cau...

Page 19: ...ansport the Tractor and Implement at the speeds which allow you to properly control the equipment Be aware of the operating conditions Do not operate the Tractor with weak or faulty brakes or worn tir...

Page 20: ...in serious injury or even death STI 10 Make sure the PTO shield integral driveline shields and input shields are installed when using PTO driven equipment Always replace any shield if it is damaged o...

Page 21: ...njury or even death SG 35 Use caution and wear protective gloves when handling sharp objects such as blades knives and other cutting edges Be alert to worn component surfaces which have sharp edges Sh...

Page 22: ...make yourself aware of any area underground lines or cables Contact with buried lines or cable could result in serious injury or death STL 1 In wet conditions where there is a likelihood of material c...

Page 23: ...promote safe operation Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping use or reconditioning Rhino cares about the safety of its customers operators and bystanders and will replace the safety decals...

Page 24: ...Blade Rotation 15 D138 1 0 INSTRUCT CW Blade Rotation 16 00771283 1 INSTRUCT 5 Yr Gearbox Warranty 17 00771284 1 INSTRUCT 2 Yr Driveline Warranty 18 99102 2 1 NAME Rhino 11 5 8 x 3 1 4 19 D302 2 LOGO...

Page 25: ...SAFETY FN10 FN15 NITRO 02 10 Safety Section 1 19 2010 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY Decal Description Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P N D389 Decal D389 consists of the following multi hazards...

Page 26: ...SAFETY FN10 FN15 NITRO 02 10 Safety Section 1 20 2010 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY Driveline Hazards P N D388 Decal D388 consists of the following multi hazards...

Page 27: ...SAFETY FN10 FN15 NITRO 02 10 Safety Section 1 21 2010 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P N D390 Decal D390 consists of the following multi hazards...

Page 28: ...clear when lifting folding and working under raised components Block securely before working under mower Install Weight Box and Weight Min of 700lbs before operating to prevent turning over the center...

Page 29: ...ety and to guarantee optimum product reliability always use genuine RHINO replacement parts P N 00760657 DANGER Guard Missing Do Not Operate If you see this decal Do Not Operate the mower until the sh...

Page 30: ...AFETY FN10 FN15 NITRO 02 10 Safety Section 1 24 2010 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY P N D558 NAME LOGO NITRO P N D557 NAME LOGO NITRO Blade Rotation Counter Clockwise P N D137 Blade Rotation Clockwise P N D13...

Page 31: ...02 10 Safety Section 1 25 2010 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY INFORMATION 5 Year Gearbox Warranty P N 00771283 INFORMATION 2 Year Driveline Warranty P N 00771284 Logo Product Name Rhino P N 99102 Logo Produc...

Page 32: ...P N D303 Logo Product Name Rhino Slow Moving Vehicle Decal Keep SMV reflector clean and visible DO NOT transport or operate without the SMV P N 03200347 Red Reflector Keep reflectors clean and visibl...

Page 33: ...inside this canister If the manual is missing order one from your dealer P N 00776031 WARNING Explosion Hazard Release all air pressure in tire before loosening bolts P N 1006348 WARNING Jack Maximum...

Page 34: ...SAFETY FN10 FN15 NITRO 02 10 Safety Section 1 28 2010 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY DANGER Crushing Hazard Transport Latch P N D539 DANGER Crushing Hazard Falling Wings P N D519...

Page 35: ...sconnect the power source and wait for all machine movement to stop before servicing adjusting cleaning or unclogging the equipment except where the machine must be running to be properly serviced or...

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Page 81: ...Introduction Section 2 1 2010 Alamo Group Inc INTRODUCTION SECTION...

Page 82: ...th a Signal Word as seen below is intended to warn the owner operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury faced when operating this machine Rhino typically offers three types of shi...

Page 83: ...ould you desire to change PTO input speed contact your local Rhino dealer who will assist you in performing the necessary modifications This machine is recommended for use with tractors rated 60 HP 45...

Page 84: ...nt 2 Fill out the Warranty Card in full Be sure to answer all questions including the Serial Number of the implement Mail within 30 days of delivery date of this implement NOTE Warranties are honored...

Page 85: ...Assembly Section 3 1 2010 Alamo Group Inc ASSEMBLY SECTION...

Page 86: ...re filled with oil Always keep bystanders away while raising and lowering the wings To lower the wings hook the hydraulic hoses to the tractor From the Operators Seat use the tractor hydraulic control...

Page 87: ...positioned under top lip of tongue clevis and to the top of drawbar Insert a 1 diameter grade 5 or 8 bolt 2 through clevis and drawbar and retain in position with a 1 locknut 3 Tighten the locknut se...

Page 88: ...Bars Latches are locked in the position to hold the wings vertical before removing shipping strap Figure AsmP R 0118 10 Stand between the wings of the implement and remove nuts holding the shipping st...

Page 89: ...es by raising and lowering the wings fully to remove any trapped air If there is sponginess during the raising cycle this may indicate that air is trapped in the hydraulic circuit Continue to cycle th...

Page 90: ...llar slides freely and the locking balls are seated securely in the groove on the Tractor PTO shaft Push and pull the driveline back and forth several times to ensure it is securely attached A driveli...

Page 91: ...YPE OF TIRE OR WHEEL such as automotive tires and rims DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM SPEED FOR EACH TYPE OF TIRE As excessive speed can cause damage to the machine tire and wheel When installing Laminated...

Page 92: ...ASSEMBLY FN10 FN15 NITRO 02 10 Assembly Section 3 8 2010 Alamo Group Inc ASSEMBLY Lubricate the PTO drivelines and wheel hubs according to the lubrication information found in the Maintenance Section...

Page 93: ...Operation Section 4 1 2010 Alamo Group Inc OPERATION SECTION...

Page 94: ...of a flex wing rotary mower and are not necessarily of a FN10 FN15 NITRO cutter Some pictures may show shields removed for picture clarity NEVER OPERATE this implement without all shields in place and...

Page 95: ...acity Max 5 Diameter 5 Diameter Driveline Size Main 44R or CV CAT 6 CAT 6 Wings CAT 6 CAT 6 Deck Thickness 7 Ga 7 Ga Side Skirts Replaceable 1 4 x10 1 2 1 4 x10 1 2 Replaceable Skid Shoes Std Std Wing...

Page 96: ...oved Personal Protective Equipment PPE for the job conditions when attaching operating servicing and repairing the equipment PPE is designed to provide operator protection and includes the following s...

Page 97: ...ng Set tires minimum width of 60 from inside to inside of tires 3 1 ROPS and Seat Belt The tractor must be equipped with a Roll Over Protective Structure ROPS tractor cab or roll bar and seat belt to...

Page 98: ...at 14 For 1000 RPM mowers set the drawbar length at 16 for 21 spline 1 3 8 mowers and at 20 for 1 3 4 20 spline mowers Pintle Hook Hitch Optional Equipment Drawbar length must be modified to obtain d...

Page 99: ...more than one speed If operating an older model tractor where the tractor s transmission and PTO utilize one master clutch an over running clutch must be used between the PTO output shaft and the driv...

Page 100: ...Use both hands and equipped handrails and steps for support when boarding the tractor Never use control levers for support when mounting the tractor Seat yourself in the operator s seat and secure th...

Page 101: ...the tractor seat only SG 9 5 STARTING THE TRACTOR The operator must have a complete understanding of the placement function and operational use of all tractor controls before starting the tractor Rev...

Page 102: ...parking brake before dismounting Never run the Tractor engine in a closed building or without adequate ventilation The exhaust fumes can be hazardous to your health SG 23 Start tractor only when prope...

Page 103: ...the tongue Replace the safety chain if one or more links or end fittings are broken stretched or otherwise damaged or deformed 6 2 Connecting Mower Hydraulic Lines to the Tractor With the tractor shu...

Page 104: ...the raised position until the cylinders fully retract wing cylinders and extend center cylinder Place control levers in the float position and repeat process a second time Ensure wings are entirely su...

Page 105: ...tments To adjust rod length loosen jamnut and screw turnbuckles To lower the front lengthen the rods and to raise the front shorten the rods DO NOT unscrew turnbuckles to the point that either rod thr...

Page 106: ...MENT The driveline yoke and tractor PTO shaft must be dirt free and greased for attachment To connect the mower driveline to the tractor PTO output shaft pull the driveline yoke collar back and align...

Page 107: ...e serious damage to the Tractor PTO by pushing the PTO into the Tractor and through the support bearings or downward onto the PTO shaft breaking it off A broken driveline can cause personal injury S3P...

Page 108: ...ne halves Measure the distance from the mark to the end of the inner profile This length is the amount the driveline profiles were engaged If the engaged length is less than 6 the shaft is considered...

Page 109: ...make a hard left turn until there is approximately a 1 clearance between the left rear tractor tire and mower frame or tongue Stop and completely shut down the tractor Place the tractor in Park and ap...

Page 110: ...n Perform repairs and replacement of damaged and missing parts as soon as noticed By performing a thorough pre operation inspection and service valuable down time and repair cost can be avoided OPS U...

Page 111: ...OPS U 0030 9 2 Mower Pre Operation Inspection Service Before each mower use a complete inspection and service is required to ensure the mower is in a good and safe working condition Damaged and or br...

Page 112: ...ged and illegible decals OPS U 0011 Ensure the mower hitch is securely attached to the tractor drawbar with a proper size bolt and secured nut Ensure that a properly rated safety tow chain is equipped...

Page 113: ...specified in the maintenance section Inspect each gearbox oil level and replenish if needed A low oil level is a warning sign that the gearbox may be cracked or its seal is damaged and needs to be rep...

Page 114: ...lic ports IMPORTANT DO NOT use your hands to check for oil leaks Use a piece of heavy paper or cardboard to check for hydraulic oil leaks OPS R 0013_B Ensure that the mower is equipped and secured wit...

Page 115: ...OPERATION FN10 FN15 NITRO 02 10 Operation Section 4 23 2010 Alamo Group Inc OPERATION 9 3 Cutting Component Inspection Inspect blade pan and blade assembly for the following OPS U 0031...

Page 116: ...prevent structural damage caused by loose hardware tighten gearbox mounting hardware as specified Check the fastener torque after first 8 hours of use and every 50 hours thereafter Inspect the Blades...

Page 117: ...BLADE BOLTS on the Blades IMMEDIATELY if either blade bolts has Visible cracks or If the recessed area on blade bolt is worn off or If Blade Bolt has gouges or chipped areas Failure to replace abnorma...

Page 118: ...safety decals are in place and legible The tongue hitch connection bolts pins are tight There are no cracks in tongue or hitch The tow chain is secured to the tractor mower The hydraulic cylinders pi...

Page 119: ...shing lights function properly The SMV Sign is clean and visible The tires are in good condition with proper pressure The wheel lug bolts are tight The tractor brakes are in good condition The steerin...

Page 120: ...teering and brakes are in good condition and operate properly Before transporting the Tractor and Implement determine the proper transport speeds for you and the equipment Make sure you abide by the f...

Page 121: ...ent or limit the tractor from turning During normal cutting conditions locking the differential provides no benefit and should not be used OPS U 0013 Be aware of the operating conditions Do not operat...

Page 122: ...ty of overturn is increased Drive slowly and use extreme caution when turning on hillsides Overturning the Implement could cause the Implement to overturn the Tractor and vice versa resulting in serio...

Page 123: ...actor immediately as the tractor will be difficult to control Drive the tractor with the 3 Point lift arms in the raised position and lock the control lever in the transport detent position to prevent...

Page 124: ...ushing the PTO into the tractor and through the support bearings or downward onto the PTO shaft breaking it off Damage resulting from over collapse of the driveline s inner profile and its outer housi...

Page 125: ...THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE The operator must read and understand the Safety and Operation Sections of the implement and tractor operator s manuals These ma...

Page 126: ...he engine speed and disengage the PTO Wait for all mower rotating motion to stop then raise the mower and move the tractor and implement off the object Inspect the area and remove or mark the location...

Page 127: ...train spread cut material better reduce streaking and make the final cut more uniform SRM 01 11 3 Engaging the Power Take Off PTO Before engaging the PTO make certain that the area is clear of bystand...

Page 128: ...owing 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 dit...

Page 129: ...are no persons behind the mower and use extreme care when mowing in reverse Mow only at a slow ground speed where you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower Never mow an area that you ha...

Page 130: ...n the tractor PTO shaft and could cause extensive mechanical damage to the mower and tractor If the mower is operated in conditions that require frequent sharp turning the mower should be equipped wit...

Page 131: ...vel or dirt which can cause rapid blade wear and extremely severe shock loads on the drivetrain resulting in rapid wear or damage to these components Blades contacting the ground may cause objects to...

Page 132: ...e to a complete stop before exiting the tractor OPS U 0016 12 DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR Before disconnecting the mower the PTO must be disengaged and blade rotation at a complete stop M...

Page 133: ...esting on the tractor drawbar and is supported solely by the jack The jack should be in a near vertical position with the ground and can be adjusted by loosening the positioning nut and moving the jac...

Page 134: ...spray touch up enamel where necessary to prevent rust and maintain the appearance of the mower It is critical that driveline clutches slip when an obstacle or heavy load is encountered to avoid mower...

Page 135: ...nd secure its end to the mower deck The mower can then be raised to the maximum lift height OPS R 0033 If the tractor s hydraulic pump is not independent of the tractor PTO or if the tractor PTO has t...

Page 136: ...n size limit 14 1 Tire and Wheels Laminated Sectional Tires are designed for conditions where puncture proof performance is required and the mower will not be transported for long distances on roadway...

Page 137: ...cylinder and then lower the mower Secure the mower wings in the raised position with the transport lock braces OPS R 0036 Only tow the Implement behind a properly sized and equipped Tractor which exce...

Page 138: ...g kits and modifications available to upgrade the lighting on older tractor models OPS U 0021 When operating on public roads have consideration for other road users Pull to the side of the road occasi...

Page 139: ...wn both the front and rear of the tractor utilizing the proper tie down locations as specified by the tractor manufacturer OPS U 0025 Arrange the chains so that when tightened the chains are pulling d...

Page 140: ...blades Weight should be blade tip Were both blades within 1 oz Always replace both blades changed at the same time Blade Broken Replace blades in sets Blade carrier bent Replace carrier Blade hub not...

Page 141: ...place castings or gear box Gasket damaged Replace gasket Bolts loose Tighten bolts Clutch Slips Excessively Clutch linings badly worn or Repair clutch per maintenance plates warped section of manuals...

Page 142: ...rrect PTO speed and check for correct gear box ratio Cutter not level Adjust machine Tires mashing down grass Move tires out of cutter overlap area Minimum 60 inside tires Ground speed too fast Reduce...

Page 143: ...Maintenance Section 5 1 2010 Alamo Group Inc MAINTENANCE SECTION...

Page 144: ...s Lubrication Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts particularly when operating in sandy areas The accompanying illustration shows lubrication points The chart gives the frequency of lub...

Page 145: ...MAINTENANCE FN10 FN15 NITRO 01 11 Maintenance Section 5 3 2010 Alamo Group Inc MAINTENANCE...

Page 146: ...the box is cracked or a seal is leaking It is recommended that the dipstick be removed after every 8 to 10 hours of operation and oil added until it rises to proper level on dipstick Filler Plugs are...

Page 147: ...box from 540 to 1000 RPM the Gear 1 and Pinion 2 must be reversed Remove the Gear from the Cross Shaft and the Pinion from the vertical Output Shaft Install the Gear on the vertical output shaft and t...

Page 148: ...greased before the unit is started The U Joints are located at each end of the Center and Wing Drivelines The CV Joint is located at the end of the Main Driveline The U Joint and CV Joint assemblies...

Page 149: ...line and insert bushing tabs into the openings in the guard 3 Turn the bushing until it engages into the guard 4 Push Easy Lock clip into position The bushing and guard are now secure 5 TO REMOVE GUAR...

Page 150: ...ge the blade holder and blades Whenever the blades have been removed or replaced the hardware must be retightened after the first eight hours of operation On new units check blade hardware and the bla...

Page 151: ...even with the engine stopped or in the event of hose failure etc Always use a secure support for equipment which must be serviced while in the raised position NOTE Replace Blades in pairs after no mo...

Page 152: ...BOTH BLADE BOLTS on the Blades IMMEDIATELY if either blade bolts has Visible cracks or If the recessed area on blade bolt is worn off or If Blade Bolt has gouges or chipped areas Failure to replace a...

Page 153: ...o carrier bushings as a snug slip fit If the blade bolt fit appears to be loose or sloppy measure the square hole in bushing If the bottom of the square hole is 1 16 or greater than the square shoulde...

Page 154: ...esigned to slip absorb the shock load and protect the driveline Avoid overheating of clutches by too long or too frequent slipping of the clutch since this can damage the friction plates and clutch pa...

Page 155: ...reatly and damage to gearbox driveline or tractor PTO can occur SLIP CLUTCH REPAIR PROCEDURE 1 Remove two bolts from top cover plate which holds shield bracket to gearbox 2 Remove locknuts 11 from bol...

Page 156: ...ber segments in the tire See Assembly Section Do not exceed 15 M P H on Sectional Tires When removing Airplane Tires let all of the air out of the tire before removing lug nuts or wheel bolts or nuts...

Page 157: ...he Tongue to the Center Section and should be checked for signs of wear or cracking Replace as needed The Drawbar 1 Bolt fastens the mower to the tractor Drawbar When the mower is unhitched and this 1...

Page 158: ...fluid is lost MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE OPERATING OIL TEMPERATURE Do not operate this implement if the tractor hydraulic oil temperature exceeds 200 F TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM HIGH PRESSURE HYDR...

Page 159: ...relieved 10 Slowly loosen the hydraulic hose connection to the cylinder 11 Remove the other cylinder pin and remove the cylinder The cylinder maybe heavy use proper lifting techniques to lift and han...

Page 160: ...age procedures 1 Thoroughly clean the cutter 2 Lubricate the cutter as covered in Maintenance Section 3 Tighten all bolts and pins to the recommended torque 4 Check the cutter for worn or damaged part...

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Page 162: ...MAINTENANCE FN10 FN15 NITRO 01 11 Maintenance Section 5 20 2010 Alamo Group Inc MAINTENANCE...

Page 163: ...MAINTENANCE FN10 FN15 NITRO 01 11 Maintenance Section 5 21 2010 Alamo Group Inc MAINTENANCE...

Page 164: ...Manufacturer 2 05 Purchaser is responsible for any labor charges exceeding a reasonable amount as determined by Manufacturer and for returning the goods to the Dealer whether or not the claim is appr...

Page 165: ...and Gearbox Components C Properly lubricate al driveline components as specified D Maintaining proper bearing preload on all gearbox shafts To keep your implement running efficiently and safely read y...

Page 166: ...FN10 FN15 SOM 02 10 P N 00779794C Printed U S A FN10 FN15 NITRO HEAVY DUTY FLEX WING ROTARY CUTTER...

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