RHINO TURF FLEX, Operator'S Manual

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Operation Section 4-6 Turf Flex 08-01
OPERATION
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
TION
BEFORE OPERATING OR TRANSPORTING THIS MOWER
Always display this SMV emblem ( FIGURE 6 ) on the stand mounted on the center Gearbox when transporting
this mower where it is clearly visible to following traffic. Prominent display of this symbol will help the operator
avoid accidents which could cause injury or possibly death.
DRIVELINE LENGTH CHECK PROCEDURE
WARNING! A loose shaft could slip off and result in personal injury or damage to mower. When attaching
PTO yoke to tractor PTO shaft, it is important that spring activated locking collar slides freely
and locking balls are seated in groove on PTO shaft.
WARNING! Before operating mower, check to make sure the driveline will not bottom out or become
disengaged.
* Disengage the Driveline from the tractor PTO Shaft.
* Slide the Driveline together until it "bottoms out" solidly.
* Apply colored tape to the Inner Shield 1/8" from the end of the Outer Shield.
FIGURE7
* Re-attach the Driveline to the PTO Shaft.
FIGURE 6
Driveline in maximum compressed position
1/8 INCH
COLORED TAPE
FIGURE 7
DETACHING AND STORING
Lower the Mower to the Ground. Park the Tractor with the transmission in the correct gear ( Automatic Trans-
mission-- Park; Standard Transmission--Neutral). Set the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the
key. Wait until the PTO stops rotating before getting down from the tractor .
Disconnect the driveline from the tractor PTO and store it to prevent it from contacting the ground.
Always reinstall the master shield over the trator PTO Shaft. This shield should always remain in place except
when connecting or disconnecting driveline.