RHINO 272 Operator's Manual

©2012 Alamo Group Inc.260/272/284Published 09/12 Part No. 00781402COPERATOR’S MANUAL RHINO® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave.Gibson City, IL 60936800-446-5158Emai

ASSEMBLY260/272/284 09/12 Assembly Section 3-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYDEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONSSet up mower as received from factory with the

ASSEMBLY260/272/284 09/12 Assembly Section 3-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYTAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION (Model 260 & 272)Align Tail Wheel Beam Weld

ASSEMBLY260/272/284 09/12 Assembly Section 3-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYDUAL TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION - LIFT TYPE (Model 284 Only)1. Attach the

ASSEMBLY260/272/284 09/12 Assembly Section 3-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYA-FRAME INSTALLATION (Model 284)1. Attach the A-Frame Bars (2) to the r

ASSEMBLY260/272/284 09/12 Assembly Section 3-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYTONGUE (Pull Type)Insert tongue lugs (4) between mainframe uprights and

ASSEMBLY260/272/284 09/12 Assembly Section 3-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYHYDRAULIC OR MANUAL LIFT (Model 284 Only)Install the Hydraulic Cylinder

ASSEMBLY260/272/284 09/12 Assembly Section 3-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYFront and Rear Deflectors (Standard Equipment) Deflectors: Front and Re

ASSEMBLY260/272/284 09/12 Assembly Section 3-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYCHAIN GUARDS (Optional Equipment - All Models) CHAIN GUARDS: Front and

ASSEMBLY260/272/284 09/12 Assembly Section 3-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYHYDRAULIC OR MANUAL LIFT (Model 284 Only)Install the Hydraulic Cylinde

ASSEMBLY260/272/284 09/12 Assembly Section 3-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYOFFSET ADAPTER HITCH (EXTRA EQUIPMENT)1. Fasten the Offset Adapter Hit

Safety Section 1-1© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY SECTION

Operation Section 4-1© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION SECTION

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRHINO 260/272/284 ROTARY MOWEROPERATION INSTRUCTIONSRhino rotary mo

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION1. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTSSafe operation of the unit is the responsib

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTSThe tractor used to operate the mower must h

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2.3 Tractor HorsepowerThe power required to operate a mower is dete

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2.6 Drawbar-Pull Type MowerFor equipment operating at 540 RPM, the

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement driveli

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Imp

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5.1 Connecting Mower-Lift Type1. Make sure the tractor is equipped

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYGENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICESA careful operator is the best opera

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION4. Turn off the tractor engine and dismount.5. One lift arm at a t

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5.3 Connecting Mower - Lift Type (Quick Hitch)Crushing Hazard betw

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-12© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.1 Setting Mower Height- Lift Type - (Standard or Quick Hitch)1.

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-13© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5. Level the mower side to side by manipulatingone lower lift arm

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-14© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.2 Connecting the Mower-Pull Type1. Make sure the tractor is equi

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-15© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.3 Setting Mowing Height-Pull Type1. Park the tractor and mower o

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-16© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.4 Setting Deck Pitch Lower Horse Power - Better Fuel Efficiency

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-17© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7.1 Driveline Length CheckWhen fitting the mower to the tractor, t

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-18© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONShorten the driveline profiles as follows:• Remove the driveline f

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-19© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONPeriodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace whennec

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYOPERATOR SAFETYTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DO THE FOLLOWING:• READ, UNDE

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-20© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONThe operator’s manual and safety signs affixed onthe unit contain

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-21© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONAll Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but notli

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-22© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION• Inspect the gearbox oil level. A low oil level is awarning sign

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-23© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.3 Cutting Component InspectionInspect blade pan and blade assemb

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-24© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONOperating the mower with loose blade hardware will damage the blad

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-25© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.4 Blade Bolt InspectionInspect Blade Bolt Head daily for wear as

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-26© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTractor PRE-OPERATION InspectionTractor ID#________________ Make _

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-27© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRotary Mower PRE-OPERATION InspectionMower ID#________________Date

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-28© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENTSafe tractor transport require

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-29© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.1 Starting the TractorThe procedure to start the tractor is mode

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYCONNECTION OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETYTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-30© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.3 Raising the MowerUsing the tractor 3-point hitch control lever

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-31© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep InclinesWhen crossing ditches with

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-32© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONInclines and ditches should be approached along aline which is at

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-33© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONMany varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can bec

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-34© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwingobje

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-35© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.4 PTO RPM and Ground SpeedGround speed for mowing will depend u

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-36© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab trac

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-37© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not let the Blades turn when the Mower Deck is raised for anyre

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-38© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not mow, or drive the tractor into material that is burning, or

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-39© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever stand or allow another person to stand between a running Tra

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYCRUSHING HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR, EQ

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-40© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONAlways shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-41© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION12. MOWER STORAGEProperly preparing and storing the mower at the e

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-42© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONBefore transporting the tractor and mower, idle thetractor engine,

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-43© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONThe SMV (Slow-Moving Vehicle) emblem isuniversal symbol used to al

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-44© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION13.2 Hauling the Tractor and ImplementBefore transporting a loaded

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-45© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEProblem Possible Cause RemedyUneven Cut

OPERATION260/272/284 09/12 Operation Section 4-46© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONBlade Bolts Working Loose Bolts not tightened. Tighten Bolts to 30

Maintenance Section 5-1© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE SECTION

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENTAVOID SERIOUS INJURY

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEPARTS INFORMATIONBefore operating your Rotary Cutter, make sur

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTHROWN OBJECTS HAZARDSROTARY MOWERS CAN THROW OBJECTS 300 FEET OR MORE UNDER

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEGEARBOX (Model 260 & 284)The gearbox should be full (3 qua

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEDRIVELINE LUBRICATIONGrease Fittings are located on the Cross

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCETo assemble the main inner driveline shield, grease the yoke g

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEMAIN CV DRIVELINE SAFETY SHIELD1. To remove the outer CV cone,

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE SERVICINGInspect blades before each use to determine th

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE SHARPENINGWhen sharpening blades, grind each blade the

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-12© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE CARRIER INSPECTIONBlade bolt fit into carrier bushings

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-13© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE CARRIER INSTALLATIONClean the splines on both the blade

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTHROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS (CONTINUED)MOWER OPERATION:• DO NOT exceed mower'

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-14© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESLIP CLUTCHIf a slip clutch is incorporated in the PTO drivel

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-15© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESEASONAL CLUTCH MAINTENANCEIt is important that the clutches

MAINTENANCE260/272/284 09/12 Maintenance Section 5-16© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-25© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-24© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-23© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-22© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-21© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-20© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYRUN OVER HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR ORE

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-19© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-18© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-17© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-16© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-15© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADDescripción de Calcomanía

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-14© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADINFORMACIÓN DE PARTESNOTA: Si necessita un manual completamente

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-13© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGOS CON EL MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTOMANTENGA LOS IMPLEMEN

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-12© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGOS EN TRANSPORTEPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE AL

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGOS ELÉCTRICOS Y DE FUEGOPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MU

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DEL CONTACTO A LAS CUCHILLAS DE CORTADORA RIESGO DE FILTR

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDSKEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING DRIVELINES AND ELEMENTS TO AV

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE ENREDO POR EL PTO MANTÉNGASE ALEJADO DE LAS LÍNEAS DE C

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE ATROPELLOPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CA

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOS ContinuadoOPERACIÓN DE LA CORTADORA:•

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOSLAS CORTADORAS GIRATORIAS PUEDEN ARROJ

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE APLASTAMIENTOPARA EVITAR UNA LESIÓN GRAVE O LA MUERTE P

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADSEGURIDAD DE CONECTAR O DESCONECTAR IMPLEMENTOPARA EVITAR LESIONE

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADSEGURIDAD DEL OPERADORPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE, SI

SEGURIDAD260/272/284 09/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADINSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y PRÁCTICAS GENERALESEl mejor operador

Sección de Seguridad 1-1© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SECCIÓN DE SEGURIDAD

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYMOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDSKEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING BLADES TO AVOID SERIOUS I

Instrucciones de operaciones antes de la entrega del DISTRIBUIDOR al CLIENTEEl distribuidor deberá informar al comprador de este producto las condicio

Alamo Group Ag. Division está dispuesto a suministrar un (1) Video de Prácticas de Seguridad para Cortadoras AEMPor favor enviar: Video de Seguridad p

A fin de reducir la tasa de accidentes y mejorar la operación segura de las cortadoras, Alamo Group Ag Division seha asociado con otros fabricantes de

Al propietario/operador/distribuidorEste Manual del Operador es una parte esencial de la operación segura de esta máquina y se debe mantener conla uni

©2012 Alamo Group Inc.260/272/284Publicado en 09/12 Parte nº. 00781402CMANUAL DE OPERADOR RHINO® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave.Gibson City, IL 60936800-446-515

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYHIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM HIGH PRE

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-12© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTRICA

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-13© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTRANSPORTING HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH WHEN TOWING OR TRANSPO

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-14© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYHAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENTAVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM COMP

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-15© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPARTS INFORMATIONPARTS INFORMATIONRhino mowers use balanced and matched syst

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-16© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal Location - Lift TypeNOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-17© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYITEM PART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION1. D389 1 DANGER Multi Hazard 2. D388 1

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-18© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal Location - Pull TypeNOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-19© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYITEM PART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION1. D389 1 Decal Sheet Multi Hazard 2. D3

In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, in cooperationwith other industry manufacturers has de

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-20© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal Description

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-21© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-22© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-23© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-24© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-25© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-26© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-27© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-28© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

SAFETY260/272/284 09/12 Safety Section 1-29© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFederal Laws and RegulationsThis section is intended to explain in broad ter

Alamo Group Ag. Division will provideone (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices VideoPlease Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video DVD For

2Contents Acknowledgment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3Safety AlertsSymbolThis Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! STAY ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!”The Safety Alert Symbol identi es important safe

4Industrial/Agricultural Mower TypesMowers are used for pasture clipping, crop residue shredding, heavy brush cutting, waterways, right-of-ways, roads

5Follow A Safety ProgramProtect YourselfWear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job c

6Follow A Safety ProgramAvoid Injury From Raised EquipmentAvoid possible crushing injury from falling mower or other raised equipment.Before working n

7Follow A Safety ProgramBe Alert!Know where to get assistance. Know how to use a  rst aid kit and  re extinguisher/ re suppression system.Be Aware!

8Follow A Safety ProgramSome Rules You Must Work By (continued)— Only quali ed and authorized individuals may operate this equipment.— Never allow ch

9Prepare For Safe OperationCheck The Mower And Tractor EquipmentBefore beginning your work day inspect the machine and have all systems in good operat

To the Owner/Operator/DealerThis Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with theimple

10Prepare For Safe OperationKnow The Work AreaBefore you operate the mower thoroughly inspect the work area. Walk around the area and inspect the surf

11Prepare For Safe OperationTractor And Mower Controls Safety TestStart the tractor following the speci c procedures in the manufacturer’s operator’s

12Prepare For Safe OperationHitching Mower To TractorThree-point hitch-mounted mowers:— Refer to mower and tractor manufacturers’ manuals.— Place trac

13Start SafelyMake The Right StartMow only in daylight or good arti cial light conditions.Avoid serious injury or death from mower-thrown objects or

14Operate SafelyMower-Thrown Objects (continued) Disc Mowers — When using a disc mower it is important to know the area to be mowed. If the operator h

15Operate SafelyUnder Mount Mower Safety PracticesWhen mowing with an under mount mower:— Keep removable discharge chute in place and over discharge o

16Operate SafelyWing And Side Mount Mowers Safety PracticesRaised wing positions reduce shielding protection and increases the thrown object and blade

17Uneven Terrain Mowing Safety Practices (continued)— Use extreme care to maintain control over the equipment when operating in these conditions.— Inc

18Parking Safety Practices— Use designated or out-of-traf c areas.— Use  rm level ground locations.— Set parking brake.— Lower raised equipment to g

19Shut Down SafelyDismounting Properly— Never dismount from moving equipment.— Never jump from any machines.— Dismount carefully.— Check for slippery

DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery/ Operation InstructionsDealer should inform the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedure

20Perform Maintenance SafelyPrepare YourselfWear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by j

21Perform Maintenance SafelyPrepare The MachineStored energy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, etc.) must be c

22Perform Maintenance SafelyPerform Maintenance SafelyUse Proper VentilationIf it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, remove the exhaus

23Hydraulic System HazardsThe hydraulic system is under pressure whenever the engine is operating and may hold pressure even after the engine is shut

24Avoid ExplosionWARNING! Avoid possible serious injury from explosion. Lead-acid batteries produce extremely explosive gases especially when being ch

25Tire And Wheel Maintenance (continued)WARNING! The types of wheels and tires usually found on this equipment require special care when servicing to

26Perform Maintenance SafelyMower Blade Maintenance (continued)— How are mower blades made? Mower blades are made of high strength alloy spring steel.

2Este manual de seguridad está destinado a señalar algunas de las situaciones de seguridad básicas que pueden surgir durante la operación y el manteni

3Alertas de seguridadSímboloEste símbolo de alerta de seguridad signi ca: “¡ATENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERTA! ¡SU SEGURIDAD ESTÁ EN RIESGO!”El símbolo de

Table of ContentsSAFETY SECTION ... 1-1GENE

4Tipos de cortadora de césped industrial/para agriculturaLas cortadoras de césped se usan para recortar pasturas, desmenuzar residuos de cultivos, cor

5Cumplimiento del programa de seguridadProtéjase a sí mismoUse la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le pro

6Cumplimiento del programa de seguridadEvite las lesiones provocadas por equipos elevadosEvite posibles lesiones de aplastamiento por caídas de la cor

7Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad¡Manténgase alerta!Sepa dónde obtener asistencia. Sepa cómo usar un equipo de primeros auxilios y un extintor d

8Cumplimiento del programa de seguridadAlgunas reglas que debe cumplir al trabajar (continuación)— Únicamente personas cuali cadas y autorizadas pued

9Preparación para una operación seguraRevise los equipos de la cortadora de césped y el tractorAntes de comenzar la jornada de trabajo, inspeccione la

10Preparación para una operación seguraFamiliarícese con la zona de trabajoAntes de hacer funcionar la cortadora de césped, inspeccione cuidadosamente

11Preparación para una operación seguraPrueba de seguridad de los controles del tractor y de la cortadora de céspedArranque el tractor siguiendo los p

12Preparación para una operación seguraEnganche de la cortadora de césped al tractorCortadoras montadas en enganche de tres puntos:— Consulte los manu

13Arranque con seguridadCómo realizar un arranque correctoCorte la hierba únicamente con luz diurna o en condiciones de buena luz arti cial.Evite les

Drawbar-Pull Type Mower ...

14Operación con seguridadObjetos arrojados por la cortadora de césped (continuación)Cortadoras de disco — Cuando se usa una cortadora de disco, es im

15Operación con seguridadPrácticas de seguridad para la cortadora de césped de montaje inferiorCuando se traslada con una cortadora de césped de monta

16Operación con seguridadPrácticas de seguridad para cortadoras de césped con laterales y montaje lateralLas posiciones elevadas de los laterales redu

17Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en terrenos desparejos (continuación)— Use extremo cuidado para mantener el control de los equipos cua

18Prácticas de seguridad para el estacionamiento— Use las zonas designadas o alejadas del tránsito.— Use lugares con suelo  rme y nivelado.— Aplique

19Apagado con seguridadDescenso correcto— Nunca descienda de equipos en movimiento.— Nunca baje de una máquina saltando.— Descienda con cuidado.— Veri

20Realización de mantenimiento con seguridadPreparación personalUse la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se l

21Realización de mantenimiento con seguridadPreparación de la máquinaDeben controlarse o reducirse las fuentes de energía almacenada (eléctricas, mecá

22Realización de mantenimiento con seguridadUse ventilación adecuadaSi es necesario hacer funcionar un motor en una zona cerrada, elimine del área las

23Riesgos del sistema hidráulicoEl sistema hidráulico se encuentra bajo presión siempre que el motor está funcionando; puede conservar presión incluso

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24Evite explosiones¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones graves por explosiones. Las baterías de plomo-ácido producen gases sumamente explosivos, espe

25Mantenimiento de neumáticos y ruedas (continuación)¡ADVERTENCIA! Los tipos de ruedas y neumáticos que generalmente se encuentran en estos equipos re

26Realización de mantenimiento con seguridadMantenimiento de las hojas de la cortadora (continuación)— ¿Cómo están hechas las hojas de la cortadora de

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INTRODUCTION260/272/284 09/12 Introduction Section 2-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONWe are pleased to have you as a Rhino customer. Your Rotar

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