DB150 BOOM ARM MOWER Published 07/11 Part No. 02964566C OPERATOR’S MANUAL This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all times. READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the Safety and Operation Instructions contained in this manual before operating the equipment. C01Cover RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave. Gibson City, IL 60936 800-446-5158 Email: parts@servis-rhino.com © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. $0.
To the Owner/Operator/Dealer This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the implement at all times. A Manual canister is provided on the implement where this manual can be properly stored. If you lose or damage this manual a free replacement manual can be obtained from an authorized Rhino dealer or by down loading the manual from the Rhino website www.servis-rhino.
In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, in cooperation with other industry manufacturers has developed the AEM/FEMA Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety Practices video and guide book. The video will familiarize and instruct mower-tractor operators in safe practices when using industrial and agricultural mowing equipment.
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DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery / Operation Instructions Dealer should inform the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable. Dealer should also inform the Purchaser to review the contents of the Operator’s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation and maintenance, to review the Safety Signs on the implement (and tractor if possible) and of Purchaser’s responsibility to train his/her operators in safe operation procedures.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION .................................................................................................................1-1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES .................................................................................... 1-2 OPERATOR SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................... 1-3 CRUSHING HAZARDS ......................................................
Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service ........................................................................................................... 3-14 Boom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Service .............................................................................................. 3-14 Cutting Component Inspection ............................................................................................................................ 3-18 Cutting Component Inspection-Blade Bar .............
SAFETY SECTION Safety Section 1-1 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES SAFETY A careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions. The first section of this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that, if followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury or death.
SAFETY OPERATOR SAFETY • READ, UNDERSTAND and FOLLOW Operator's Manual instructions, Warnings and Safety Messages. • WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, safety shoes, hard hat, hearing protection and gloves when operating or repairing equipment • WEAR appropriate breathing respirator when operating in dusty conditions to avoid respiratory diseases. • DO NOT WEAR loose clothing or jewelry to avoid rotating parts entanglement injury. • DO NOT USE DRUGS or ALCOHOL before or while operating equipment.
SAFETY SAFETY CRUSHING HAZARDS TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR, EQUIPMENT RUN OVER, ROLLOVER AND CRUSHING BY FALLING WING OR IMPLEMENT: • • • • USE ROPS and SEAT BELT equipped tractors for mowing operations. KEEP ROPS lock in up position. ALWAYS BUCKLE UP seat belt when operating tractor and equipment. ONLY OPERATE tractor and equipment while seated in tractor seat. WHEN RAISING BOOM MOWER: • • • Raise or lower ONLY WHILE SEATED in tractor seat with seat belt buckled.
SAFETY CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY WHEN connecting mower head to the boom: • KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY from tractor and mower. • Ensure there is enough room to lift and swing the boom with out hitting objects BEFORE connecting and disconnecting the mower head or boom: • STOP TRACTOR ENGINE, place transmission into park, engage parking brake and remove key. WHEN connecting and disconnecting the mower head or boom: • DO NOT crawl or walk under raised mower head or boom.
SAFETY SAFETY THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS ROTARY MOWERS CAN THROW OBJECTS 300 FEET OR MORE UNDER ADVERSE CONDITIONS. TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS FROM THROWN OBJECTS: • KEEP bystanders 300 feet away STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 FEET UNLESS: • • • • • All THROWN OBJECT SHIELDING including, Front and Rear Deflectors, Chains Guards, Steel Guards, Bands, Side Skirts and Skid Shoes in place and in good condition when mowing.
SAFETY THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS (Continued) • DO NOT exceed mower's rated Cutting Capacity or cut non-vegetative material. • USE ENCLOSED TRACTOR CABS when two or more mowers are operating in mowing area. • Do Not mow in areas where bees or insects may attack unless you WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING or use enclosed tractor cab. • ADJUST mower head close and parallel to ground without exposing blades.
SAFETY SAFETY RUN OVER HAZARDS TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR OR EQUIPMENT RUN OVER: • USE ROPS and SEAT BELT equipped tractors for mowing operations. • KEEP ROPS locked in UP position. • ONLY start tractor while seated in tractor seat. • ALWAYS BUCKLE UP seat belt when operating tractor and equipment. • ONLY OPERATE tractor and equipment while seated in tractor seat. • NEVER ALLOW RIDERS on tractor or implement.
SAFETY PTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS STAY AWAY and KEEP hands, feet and body AWAY from rotating blades, drivelines and parts until all moving elements have stopped. • STOP, LOOK and LISTEN before approaching the mower to make sure all rotating motion has stopped. • ROTATING COMPONENTS CONTINUE to ROTATE after the PTO is shut off.
SAFETY SAFETY MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING BLADES TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM BLADE CONTACT: • • • • • STAY AWAY and KEEP HANDS, FEET and BODY AWAY from rotating blades, drivelines and parts until all moving elements have stopped. DO NOT put hands or feet under mower decks STOP rotating BLADES disengage mower switch and PTO and wait for blade to stop rotating before raising mower head. DO NOT approach Sickle Bar head until Tracto Engine has been shut off.
SAFETY HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARD • • DO NOT OPERATE equipment with oil or fuel leaks. KEEP all hydraulic hoses, lines and connections in GOOD CONDITION and TIGHT before applying system pressure. • RELIEVE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE before disconnecting lines or working on the system. • REMOVE and replace hose if you suspect it leaks. Have dealer test it for leaks. HIGH PRESSURE FLUID LEAKS CAN BE INVISIBLE.
SAFETY SAFETY ELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDS TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTRICAL CONTACT WHEN WORKING AROUND ELECTRICAL POWER LINES, GAS LINES AND UTILITY LINES: • INSPECT mowing area for overhead or underground electrical power lines, obstructions, gas lines, cables and Utility, Municipal, or other type structure. • KEEP all raised wings at a 10 feet or greater distance from all power lines and overhead obstructions.
SAFETY TRANSPORTING HAZARDS • KEEP transport speed BELOW 20 mph to maintain control of equipment. • REDUCE SPEED on inclines, on turns and in poor towing conditions. • DO NOT TOW with trucks or other vehicles. • USE only properly sized and equipped tractor for towing equipment. • FOLLOW all local traffic regulations. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR TOWING OR TRANSPORTING IMPLEMENTS: • ONLY TRANSPORT with tractor with ROPS in the raised position.
SAFETY SAFETY HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM COMPONENT FAILURE BY KEEPING IMPLEMENT IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION IN PERFORMING PROPER SERVICE, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE. BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE ON THE IMPLEMENT: • STOP ENGINE AND PTO, engage parking brake, lower implement, allow all moving parts to stop and remove key before • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • dismounting from tractor.
SAFETY PARTS INFORMATION PARTS INFORMATION Rhino mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Rhino specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce mower performance, void warranties, and present a safety hazard. Use genuine Rhino mower parts for economy and safety.
SAFETY SAFETY TRACTOR / PUMP / CANISTER ITEM PART NO. QTY. TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 03200347 (1) REFLECT SMV 2. D681 1 INSTRUCT Boom Mower Safety Booklet 3. D644 1 INSTRUCT Blue Dot Decal 4. D645 1 INSTRUCT Red Dot Decal 5. 00776031 1 -------------- Manual Canister 6. 00781398C 1 -------------- DB150 Operator’s Manual (-) Furnished by the tractor manufacturer DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY TANK / BAR SAFETY ITEM PART NO. QTY. TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. D636 1 IMPORTANT Do Not Operate PTO in OFF 2. D618 1 WARNING Boom Multi-Hazard 3. D630 1 IMPORTANT Service Hydraulic System 4. D617 1 DANGER Hydraulic Oil Hazard 5. D616 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard 6. D670 1 INSTRUCT Lubrication Chart 7. D388 1 WARNING Operate at 540 RPM 8. D643 1 WARNING Entanglement Hazard 9. D628 1 DANGER Crushing Hazard 10. D623 2 WARNING Pinch Points 11.
SAFETY SAFETY ROTARY HEAD ITEM PART NO. QTY. LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1. D626 2 WARNING Thrown Object Hazard 2. D561 1 WARNING Use Genuine Rhino Parts 3. D565 1 DANGER Crushing Hazard 4. D666 1 lNSTRUCT Lubrication Chart 5. D619 1 WARNING Blade Rotation 6. D395 1 WARNING Blade Torque 7. D621 1 IMPORTANT Lube Spindle Every 40 hrs 8. D303 2 LOGO Rhino 9. 02964690 2 NAME DB150 10. 1458392 1 REFLECT Yellow Reflector 11.
SAFETY Decal Description SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SAFETY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of federal laws and regulations concerning employer and employee equipment operators. This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the law and should not be considered as such. Employer-Employee Operator Regulations SAFETY U.S. Public Law 91-596 (The Williams-Steiger Occupational and Health Act of 1970) OSHA This Act Seeks: “...
Contents Acknowledgment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Alerts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 A Word To The User/Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 The Industrial/Agricultural Mower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Follow A Safety Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Prepare For Safe Operation . . . . . . . .
Safety Alerts Symbol Signal Words This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! STAY ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” Signal words are distinctive words that will typically be found on safety signs on the mower and other worksite equipment. These words may also be found in this manual and the manufacturer’s manuals. These words are intended to alert the operator to a hazard and the degree of severity of the hazard.
The Industrial/Agricultural Mower Industrial/Agricultural Mower Types Mowers are used for pasture clipping, crop residue shredding, heavy brush cutting, waterways, right-ofways, roadside or highway mowing. Also, these mowers are used for cutting grass and other growth in public areas such as parks and cemeteries. Flail Boom Rotary Sickle Bar Folding Wing Rotary The Industrial/Agricultural Mower Agricultural Disc Mower Types Disc mowers are designed and equipped to cut hay crops at higher field speed.
Follow A Safety Program Protect Yourself Wear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions. You must ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields. You may also need: — Hard hat — Safety shoes — Safety goggles or face shield — Heavy gloves — Hearing protection — Reflective clothing — Wet weather gear — Respirator or filter mask Wear whatever is needed—don’t take chances.
Follow A Safety Program Avoid Injury From Raised Equipment Avoid Injury From High Pressure Fluid Avoid possible crushing injury from falling mower or other raised equipment. Avoid fluid injection injury due to high pressure fluid leaks. Avoid Crushing – Block Up or Securely Support Mower Before working near or under raised mower or equipment parts: — Securely support or block up raised mower or equipment parts according to the operator’s manual.
Follow A Safety Program Be Alert! For Safe Operation Know where to get assistance. Know how to use a first aid kit and fire extinguisher/fire suppression system. You must be a qualified and authorized operator for proper operation of your machine. You must clearly understand the written instructions supplied by the manufacturer, be trained—including actual operation of the mower—and know the safety rules and regulations for the worksite.
Follow A Safety Program Some Rules You Must Work By (continued) Keep Children Away from Equipment — Only qualified and authorized individuals may operate this equipment. — Never allow children to play on, ride on or operate the equipment. Children are not qualified to operate this equipment. — Do not allow any riders. — Use three-point contact (handholds and steps) and face the equipment when mounting or dismounting. — Keep bystanders 300 ft (92 m) from the mowing operation.
Prepare For Safe Operation Check The Mower And Tractor Equipment Before beginning your work day inspect the machine and have all systems in good operational condition. Walk-Around Inspection WARNING! Prevent possible crushing injury from falling equipment. Hydraulic system or part failure could cause unsupported equipment to fall. Do not go under raised equipment unless it is properly supported according to the operator’s manual.
Prepare For Safe Operation Know The Work Area Before you operate the mower thoroughly inspect the work area. Walk around the area and inspect the surfaces you will travel on when using the mower.
Prepare For Safe Operation Tractor And Mower Controls Safety Test Start the tractor following the specific procedures in the manufacturer’s operator’s manual. These procedures normally include: — Fasten and adjust seat belt on your ROPS-equipped tractor. — Check parking brake for engagement. — Check PTO disengagement. — Check all controls for Park position. — Warn others in area before starting tractor. — Start tractor following tractor manufacturer’s recommended starting procedures.
Prepare For Safe Operation Hitching Mower To Tractor Read and Understand Manuals Before Operating Three-point hitch-mounted mowers: — Refer to mower and tractor manufacturers’ manuals. — Place tractor’s hydraulic power lift (rockshaft) selector lever in down position to avoid unexpected movement. — Explain the hitching procedures to those operators who cannot read. — Front-end weights may be needed to maintain steering control and front-end stability. Refer to the manufacturers' operator's manual(s).
Start Safely Make The Right Start Mow only in daylight or good artificial light conditions. Avoid serious injury or death from mower-thrown objects or blade contact: — Keep chain shields, flexible or solid deflector shields or discharge chutes in place and in good repair. — Keep bystanders at least 300 ft (92 m) from mowing operation. — Never direct mower discharge toward anyone. — Keep hands, feet and other body parts away from rotating parts, blades and discharge openings.
Operate Safely Mower-Thrown Objects (continued) Disc Mowers — When using a disc mower it is important to know the area to be mowed. If the operator has mowed the field before and is familiar with all obstacles that may be present, it is sufficient to watch ahead of the mower path for any additional objects that may have entered the field. Be ready to stop or avoid any objects that could be hazardous if thrown by the mower.
Operate Safely Under Mount Mower Safety Practices When mowing with an under mount mower: — Keep removable discharge chute in place and over discharge opening. — Never stand on a mower housing when the tractor engine is operating. — Distribute grass clippings with discharge chute facing mowed area. — Before clearing a clogged mower or discharge chute, shut down your machine using proper equipment shut down practice. (See page 18, Proper Equipment Shut Down Practices.
Operate Safely Wing And Side Mount Mowers Safety Practices Raised wing positions reduce shielding protection and increases the thrown object and blade contact hazard risks. Avoid possible serious injury or death by thrown objects or blade contact from raising and lowering wings during mowing operations: — Do not mow with bystanders within 300 ft (92 m) of the mower. — Be sure no one is near mower while raising or lowering wings.
Operate Safely Uneven Terrain Mowing Safety Practices (continued) Maintain Control, Use Low Speeds — Use extreme care to maintain control over the equipment when operating in these conditions. — Increase tractor stability by adding wheel weights, ballast and increasing wheel spacing to maximum. Refer to operator’s manual for recommendations. — Maintain minimum ground speed. — Make wide and gradual turns. — Avoid sudden starts, stops, and turns when operating up, down, or across slopes.
Park Safely Parking Safety Practices — Use designated or out-of-traffic areas. — Use firm level ground locations. — Set parking brake. — Lower raised equipment to ground. P Shut down the mower and tractor using proper equipment shut down practice before dismounting tractor. (See page 18, Proper Equipment Shut Down Practices.) Set Parking Brake Lower Raised Equipment to Ground Sloping ground parking locations: — Position equipment across slope. — Set parking brakes. — Lower raised equipment to ground.
Shut Down Safely Dismounting Properly — Never dismount from moving equipment. — Never jump from any machines. — Dismount carefully. — Check for slippery steps. — Keep feet and hands away from controls. — Use handholds and steps during dismount. — Face machine and use three-point contact (2 hands and 1 foot or 2 feet and 1 hand).
Perform Maintenance Safely Prepare Yourself Wear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions. You must ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields. You may also need: — Hard hat — Safety shoes — Safety glasses, goggles or face shield — Apron and gloves — Hearing protection — Welding helmet or goggles — Respirator or filter mask Wear whatever is needed—don’t take chances.
Perform Maintenance Safely Prepare The Machine Stored energy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, etc.) must be controlled or reduced to a practical minimum before performing any maintenance, repair or service procedures. Safety practices to prevent potential injuries from energy-releasing sources: — Disengage PTO before shutting off engine. — Place controls in PARK or NEUTRAL before shutting off engine. — Set parking brake or block wheels.
Perform Maintenance Safely Use Proper Ventilation If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, remove the exhaust fumes from the area with an exhaust pipe extension. If you do not have an exhaust pipe extension, make sure you open the doors and get outside air into the area. WARNING! Prevent possible injury. Never work on machinery with the engine running unless instructed by the manufacturer’s manuals for specific service.
Perform Maintenance Safely Hydraulic System Hazards The hydraulic system is under pressure whenever the engine is operating and may hold pressure even after the engine is shut off. Cycle all hydraulic controls including the auxiliary hydraulic control after the engine is shut down. Relieve trapped pressure in the lines after the attachments are shut down and resting on the ground. During inspection of the hydraulic system: — Wait for fluid to cool before disconnecting the lines.
Perform Maintenance Safely Avoid Explosion WARNING! Avoid possible serious injury from explosion. Lead-acid batteries produce extremely explosive gases especially when being charged. Keep arcs, sparks, flames and lighted tobacco away. — Do not smoke near batteries. — Keep arcs, sparks and open flames away from batteries. — Provide adequate ventilation. Never check the battery by placing a metal object across the battery posts — the resulting spark could cause an explosion.
Perform Maintenance Safely Tire And Wheel Maintenance (continued) WARNING! The types of wheels and tires usually found on this equipment require special care when servicing to prevent death or serious injury. Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure. Be sure to replace tire ballast if equipped. See manufacturer’s specifications for ballast requirements. Keep wheel lug nuts tightened to manufacturer’s recommendations. Never cut or weld on a wheel with an inflated tire mounted on it.
Perform Maintenance Safely Mower Blade Maintenance (continued) — How are mower blades made? Mower blades are made of high strength alloy spring steel. They are hot-forged and shaped to meet the manufacturer’s individual specifications, then heat treated and tempered to a high strength, ductile state to reduce the possibility of breaking while mowing. Blades are tested to ensure they meet strength, hardness, and ductility standards.
Contenido Reconocimiento . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Introducción . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Alertas de seguridad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Palabras para el usuario/operador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura . . . . 4 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad . . . . . . . . . 5 Preparación para una operación segura . . . . . . . . . . .
Alertas de seguridad Símbolo Palabras indicativas Este símbolo de alerta de seguridad significa: “¡ATENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERTA! ¡SU SEGURIDAD ESTÁ EN RIESGO!” Las palabras indicativas son palabras distintivas que típicamente se encontrarán en letreros de seguridad de la cortadora de césped y otros equipos del sitio de trabajo. Estas palabras también se pueden encontrar en este manual y en los manuales del fabricante.
Cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura Tipos de cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura Las cortadoras de césped se usan para recortar pasturas, desmenuzar residuos de cultivos, cortar arbustos, realizar desbroce pesado, cortar la hierba en vías de agua, derechos de paso, costados de caminos o autopistas. Además, estas cortadoras se usan para cortar la hierba y otras plantas en zonas públicas como parques y cementerios.
Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Protéjase a sí mismo Use la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le proporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales.
Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Evite las lesiones provocadas por equipos elevados Evite posibles lesiones de aplastamiento por caídas de la cortadora u otros equipos elevados. Evite ser aplastado – Bloquee o apoye con seguridad la cortadora Antes de trabajar cerca o debajo de partes levadas de la cortadora o de los equipos: — Apoye o bloquee con seguridad las partes elevadas de la cortadora o los equipos de acuerdo con el manual del operador.
Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad ¡Manténgase alerta! Para una operación segura Sepa dónde obtener asistencia. Sepa cómo usar un equipo de primeros auxilios y un extintor de incendios/ sistema de supresión de fuego. Usted debe ser un operador cualificado y autorizado para operar la máquina correctamente.
Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Algunas reglas que debe cumplir al trabajar (continuación) — Únicamente personas cualificadas y autorizadas pueden manejar estos equipos. — Nunca permita que los niños jueguen en los equipos, viajen en ellos o los hagan funcionar. Los niños no están cualificados para manejar estos equipos. — No transporte pasajeros. — Use contacto en tres puntos (asideros y peldaños) y enfrente el equipo al ascender o descender de él.
Preparación para una operación segura Revise los equipos de la cortadora de césped y el tractor Antes de comenzar la jornada de trabajo, inspeccione la máquina y asegúrese de que todos los sistemas estén en buenas condiciones operacionales. ¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones por aplastamiento producidas por equipos que caen. La falla del sistema hidráulico o de una parte podría causar la caída de equipos que no están apoyados.
Preparación para una operación segura Familiarícese con la zona de trabajo Antes de hacer funcionar la cortadora de césped, inspeccione cuidadosamente la zona de trabajo. Recorra a pie alrededor de la zona e inspeccione las superficies sobre las cuales se desplazará cuando utilice la cortadora.
Preparación para una operación segura Prueba de seguridad de los controles del tractor y de la cortadora de césped Arranque el tractor siguiendo los procedimientos específicos del manual del operador del fabricante. Estos procedimientos normalmente incluyen: — Colóquese y ajústese el cinturón de seguridad en el tractor equipado con ROPS. — Verifique que el freno de estacionamiento esté aplicado. — Verifique que la TDF esté desenganchada.
Preparación para una operación segura Enganche de la cortadora de césped al tractor Lea y asegúrese de comprender los manuales antes de comenzar la operación Cortadoras montadas en enganche de tres puntos: — Consulte los manuales de los fabricantes de la cortadora y del tractor. — Coloque la palanca selectora de elevación de potencia hidráulica del tractor en la posición descendida para evitar movimientos imprevistos. — Explique los procedimientos de enganche a los operadores que no puedan leerlos.
Arranque con seguridad Cómo realizar un arranque correcto Corte la hierba únicamente con luz diurna o en condiciones de buena luz artificial. Evite lesiones graves o muerte producidas por objetos arrojados por la cortadora o por el contacto con las hojas: — Mantenga los escudos de las cadenas, los escudos deflectores flexibles o sólidos y las rampas de descarga en su lugar y en buen estado de reparación. — Mantenga a las personas ajenas a 300 pies (92 m) de la operación de corte.
Operación con seguridad Objetos arrojados por la cortadora de césped (continuación) Apague la TDF, espere que las hojas dejen de girar, eleve la cortadora y, después, retroceda. Cortadoras de disco — Cuando se usa una cortadora de disco, es importante conocer la zona donde se va a cortar.
Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para la cortadora de césped de montaje inferior Cuando se traslada con una cortadora de césped de montaje inferior: — Mantenga la rampa de descarga extraíble en su lugar y por encima de la abertura de descarga. — Nunca se pare sobre la carcasa de una cortadora de césped cuando el motor del tractor está en funcionamiento. — Distribuya los recortes de hierba con la rampa de descarga orientada hacia la zona donde se cortó.
Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para cortadoras de césped con laterales y montaje lateral 300 ft (92 m) Las posiciones elevadas de los laterales reducen la protección de los escudos y aumentan los riesgos de objetos arrojados y contacto con las hojas.
Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en terrenos desparejos (continuación) — Use extremo cuidado para mantener el control de los equipos cuando trabaja en estas condiciones. — Aumente la estabilidad del tractor agregando pesos o lastre en las ruedas y aumentando al máximo la separación entre las ruedas. Consulte las recomendaciones en el manual del operador. — Mantenga la velocidad de desplazamiento en el mínimo. — Realice giros amplios y graduales.
Estacionamiento seguro Prácticas de seguridad para el estacionamiento — Use las zonas designadas o alejadas del tránsito. — Use lugares con suelo firme y nivelado. — Aplique el freno de estacionamiento. — Descienda el equipo de la cortadora de césped hasta el suelo. P Apague la cortadora y el tractor usando la práctica correcta de apagado de equipos antes de descender del tractor. (Consulte la página 18, Prácticas correctas de apagado de los equipos.
Apagado con seguridad Descenso correcto — Nunca descienda de equipos en movimiento. — Nunca baje de una máquina saltando. — Descienda con cuidado. — Verifique que no haya peldaños resbaladizos. — Mantenga los pies y las manos lejos de los controles. — Use los asideros y los peldaños durante el descenso. — Enfrente la máquina y use contacto de tres puntos (2 manos y 1 pie o 2 pies y 1 mano).
Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación personal Use la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le proporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales.
Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación de la máquina Deben controlarse o reducirse las fuentes de energía almacenada (eléctricas, mecánicas, hidráulicas, neumáticas, químicas, térmicas, etc.) al mínimo practicable antes de realizar cualquier procedimiento de mantenimiento, reparación o servicio. Prácticas de seguridad para prevenir posibles lesiones por fuentes que liberan energía: — Desenganche la TDF antes de apagar el motor.
Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Use ventilación adecuada Si es necesario hacer funcionar un motor en una zona cerrada, elimine del área las emanaciones de escape con una extensión del caño de escape. Si no tiene esa extensión, asegúrese de abrir las puertas y dejar entrar aire del exterior. ¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones. Nunca trabaje en la maquinaria con el motor en funcionamiento salvo que así lo indiquen los manuales del fabricante para un servicio en particular.
Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Riesgos del sistema hidráulico El sistema hidráulico se encuentra bajo presión siempre que el motor está funcionando; puede conservar presión incluso después de apagar el motor. Haga funcionar todos los controles hidráulicos incluyendo el control hidráulico auxiliar después de que el motor esté apagado. Alivie la presión atrapada en las líneas después de que los accesorios están apagados y apoyados en el suelo.
Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Evite explosiones ¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones graves por explosiones. Las baterías de plomo-ácido producen gases sumamente explosivos, especialmente durante la carga. Mantenga alejados los arcos, las chispas, las llamas y el tabaco encendido. — No fume cerca de las baterías. — Mantenga los arcos, las chispas y llamas abiertas alejadas de las baterías. — Proporcione ventilación adecuada.
Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Mantenimiento de neumáticos y ruedas (continuación) ¡ADVERTENCIA! Los tipos de ruedas y neumáticos que generalmente se encuentran en estos equipos requieren cuidados especiales al realizar servicios para evitar lesiones graves o la muerte. No infle los neumáticos por encima de la presión recomendada. Asegúrese de volver a colocar el lastre de los neumáticos si está instalado. Consulte las especificaciones del fabricante para ver los requisitos de lastre.
Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Mantenimiento de las hojas de la cortadora (continuación) — ¿Cómo están hechas las hojas de la cortadora de césped? Están hechas acero para resortes de aleación de alta resistencia. Se forjan en caliente y se les da forma para cumplir con las especificaciones individuales del fabricante; luego, se tratan y templan a un estado dúctil, de alta resistencia para reducir la posibilidad de rupturas durante el corte.
INTRODUCTION SECTION Introduction Section 4-1 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Rhino customer. Your boom mower has been carefully designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers to give maximum service with minimum down time. This manual is provided to give you the necessary operating and maintenance instructions for keeping you rotary cutter in top operating condition. Careful use and timely service saves extensive repairs and costly downtime losses. Please read this manual thoroughly.
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Your DB150 Boom is designed for heavy-duty cutting in limited access areas such as highway, park, and rural roadsides, overhead growth, ditches, levees, and other such grass and limb control uses in generally hard-toreach areas. Your Maverick Boom can be equipped with a variety of cutting heads designed for specific cutting needs.
INTRODUCTION ATTENTION OWNER/OPERATOR BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator’s Manual, completely understand the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and Mower. INTRODUCTION 2. Fill out the Warranty Card in full. Be sure to answer all questions, including the Serial Number of the Mower. Mail within 30 days of delivery date of this implement.
INTRODUCTION RHINO LIMITED WARRANTY (a)Repair or replace the defective goods or part(s) or (b)Reimburse Purchaser for the cost of the part(s) and reasonable labor charges (as determined by Manufacturer) if Purchaser paid for the repair and/or replacement prior to the final determination of applicability of the warranty by Manufacturer. The choice of remedy shall belong to Manufacturer. 2.05.
ASSEMBLY SECTION Assembly Section 3-1 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
ASSEMBLY General Assembly To help you assemble your new DB150 and mount it to your tractor, we provide you with drawings, instructions and general information. When needed, you can get information or clarification from Rhino Customer Service. This publication provides general information not specifically for your case or tractor, but, in connection with the drawings. This publication offers you some valuable assistance - please read it thoroughly.
ASSEMBLY TRACTOR PREPARATION Add front end weights as required to maintain enough weight on front wheels for safe steering. Failure to add the required front end weight can cause tractor to rear up which can cause equipment damage and bodily injury. To prevent damage to the Hydraulic Pump, do not attempt to start tractor before installing the hydraulic systems and filling the system with Universal Tractor Hydraulic oil as specified. MAINFRAME ATTACHMENT DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
ASSEMBLY HEAD ATTACHMENT Align the Mainframe with the Mower Head, insert the Main Head Pin and retain with bolt and locknut. Attach the Linkage with bushings and retain with the bolts and locknuts. Figure Asm-B-0001 ASSEMBLY With a hoist, raise the Mower Head until it is vertical. Attach the Transport bar to the Mower Head. Figure Asm-B-0002. DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Adjust the Tilt Cylinder Clevis until it lines up with the Lift Link Weldment, retain with Tilt Cylinder greasable Pin. Figure Asm-B-0003. ATTACHMENT OF HYDRAULIC HOSES Once pumps are installed, DO NOT start the tractor (which will turn the pumps) unless thehydraulic circuits are completed and filled with the specified universal tractor hydraulic oil. Running pumps without oil will cause non-warrantable damage.
ASSEMBLY To avoid Hydraulic Contamination, always keep all hoses and hydraulic fittings capped until they are ready to be installed. FIGURE Asm-B-0006. ASSEMBLY DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Oil Reservoir is shipped filled with oil to the minimum level. When adding hydraulic oil proceed. 1. Remove the Filler Cap Weldment. FIGURE Asm-B-0007. 2. Avoid hydraulic contamination by filtering the hydraulic oil while filling the hydraulic tank. Filter buggies or carts are commercially available for hydraulic system clean-up.
ASSEMBLY 4. Fill the Hydraulic Reservoir until the fluid is visible through the sight guage. Asm-B-0011. FIGURE Asm-B-0010 & . 6. When the hydraulic tank has been filled and the mower unit properly assembled, the unit should be started up. NOTE: Make sure that no materials, tools, or jacks have been left under the mower head. Make sure the front and rear of the mower are properly guarded to prevent any foreign objects from being thrown by the mower.
ASSEMBLY SIDE GAUGE WHEEL (OPTIONAL) ASSEMBLY Assemble to out front side of head as shown in Figure Asm-B-0014. Adjust axle bolt into one of three possible positions. DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION SECTION Operation Section 4-1 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION RHINO DB150 BOOM MOWER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Rhino Booms are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers. The DB150 is designed to attach to a tractor and mow in pond embankments, weeds, and grass or other agricultural applications that may apply. The boom and head is equipped with safety warning decals, protective deflectors, shields, and other safety features to provide operator and passerby protection, however, no shielding is 100% accurate.
OPERATION 1.OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualified operator. A qualified operator has read and understands the implement and tractor Operator’s Manuals and is experienced in implement and tractor operation and all associated safety practices. In addition to the safety messages contained in this manual, safety signs are affixed to the implement and tractor.
OPERATION 2.TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS In addition to tractor horsepower and size required to operate the boom unit, the tractor must also be properly equipped to provide operator protection, to alert approaching vehicle drivers of the tractor’s presence, and to ensure tractor stability when mowing with the boom fully extended. OPERATION Tractor Requirements and Capabilities • • • • • • Certified Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt. Tractor Safety Devices .....................
OPERATION 2.4 3-Point Hitch The tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to lift at least 2140 lbs. Depending on the hitch category, certain size pins are used to attach the mower to the tractor. CAT II hitches require 7/8” lower and 3/4” upper diameter hitch pins. CAT III hitches require 1-7/16” lower and 1-1/4” upper diameter size pins. CAT II Implement / Hitch Specification CAT III Implement/ Hitch Specification Width from outside to outside A-frame......... 32-3/8” Quick Hitch width inside lug to lug ....
OPERATION DO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement driveline to a Tractor PTO. Use of an adapter can double the operating speed of the Implement resulting in excessive vibration, thrown objects, and blade and implement failure. Adapter use will also change the working length of the driveline exposing unshielded driveline areas. Serious bodily injury and/or equipment failure can result from using a PTO adapter.
OPERATION 3.1 Boarding the Tractor 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 the seat belt around you. Never allow passengers to ride on the tractor or attached equipment. Riders can easily fall off and be seriously injured or killed from falling off and being ran over. It is the operator’s responsibility to forbid all extra riders at all times.
OPERATION 4.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. Review the tractor operator’s manual and consult an authorized dealer for tractor operation instructions if needed.
OPERATION Never stand or allow another person to stand between a running Tractor and the Mower when attaching the Implement to the Tractor. Always shut the Tractor completely off before attempting to connect the Mower pins to the Tractor hitch. Always shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement and Tractor hitches. (S3PT-15) 1.
OPERATION 6.1 Setting Boom Mower Height 1. Park the tractor and boom mower on level ground. 2. Shut down the tractor and remove the key. OPERATION 3. Level the boom mower from front to rear by extending or retracting the 3-point top link. 4. Level the mower side to side by manipulating one lower lift arm length. On most tractors, at least one of the lift arms is designed to allow for manipulation of its length. Shortening or extending will allow for deck leveling from side to side. 5.
OPERATION 6.2 Setting Deck Pitch Lower Horse Power - Better Fuel Efficiency Increase Mulching To increase mulching of the grass or crop material during mower operation, the mower should be operated with the deck approximately 3/4" HIGHER IN THE FRONT THAN THE REAR. Operating the mower at this pitch will allow the mower to cut the grass twice and can result in a more even cut and improved distribution of the cut material.
OPERATION When attaching the Implement input driveline to the Tractor PTO, it is important that the connecting yoke spring activated locking collar 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 driveline not attached correctly to the Tractor PTO shaft could come loose and result in personal injury and damage to the Implement. (S3PT-17) OPERATION 7.
OPERATION 8.PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE Before each use, a pre-operation inspection and service of the implement and tractor must be performed. This includes routine maintenance and scheduled lubrication, inspecting that all safety devices are equipped and functional, and performing needed repairs. DO NOT operate the unit if the pre-operation inspection reveals any condition affecting safe operation. Perform repairs and replacement of damaged and missing parts as soon as noticed.
OPERATION 8.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service OPERATION Refer to the tractor operator’s manual to ensure a complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled service is performed according to the manufacturers recommendations.
OPERATION The operator’s manual and safety signs affixed on the unit contain important instructions on the safe and proper use of the equipment. Maintain these important safety features on the implement in good condition to ensure the information is available to the operator at all times. • • • • • Check that the main driveline is securely attached to the tractor and the locking collar is seated in the grooveof the PTO shaft.
OPERATION Never Leave the mower unattended while the head is in the raised position. The mower could fall causing serious injury to anyone who might inadvertently be under the mower. (SBM-4) BOOM ARM ASSEMBLY OPERATION • • • • Inspect condition of arm section weldment Ensure all pins are in place. Ensure all bolts and screws are properly installed. Ensure each hydraulic cylinder is installed and retained correctly.
OPERATION HYDRAULIC PUMP/OIL RESERVOIR • • • • • Check oil reservoir level and oil condition. (Add specific type oil if low) Change hydraulic oil filter and hydraulic oil according to maintenance schedule. Ensure there are no oil leaks and fitting are properly connected Inspect overall condition of hydraulic pump. Inspect pump drive shaft. Check the fluid level in the Hydraulic Tank on the Tractor, and add oil if required.
OPERATION • OPERATION • Inspect blades and blade bolts for looseness and excessive wear. Make sure the mower is securely blocked up before crawling beneath. Replace damaged, worn and missing blades as complete sets to maintain rotary balance during operation. Ensure blade pan nut is tightened with the cotter pin inserted and spread. OPS-R-0041 8.3 Cutting Component Inspection Inspect blade pan and blade assembly for the following: OPS-U-0031 DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION 8.4 Cutting Component Inspection-Blade Bar Inspect blade bar assembly for the following: OPERATION OPS-B-0062_A Inspect the Blades daily for abnormal wear. REPLACE BOTH BLADES on that carrier IMMEDIATELY if either blade has: • • • • • Become bent or deformed from it’s original shape or Any cracks are visible, or Deep gouges in the blade’s surface are present, or Gouges or chipped areas in the cutting edge are larger than 1/2”(12.
OPERATION 8.5 Blade Bolt Inspection OPERATION Inspect Blade Bolt Head daily for wear as followed: Inspect the Blade Bolt Heads daily for abnormal wear. REPLACE 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.
OPERATION Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection Tractor ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: Shift ________________ ____________________ Condition at Start of Shift Item Specific Comments if not O.K.
OPERATION OPERATION Boom Mower PRE-OPERATION Inspection Mower ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: Shift ________________ ____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged. Make sure the mower is resting on the ground or securely blocked up and all hydraulic pressure has been relieved. Condition at Start of Shift Item Specific Comments if not O.K.
OPERATION 9.DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport requires the operator to possess a thorough knowledge of the model being operated and precautions to take while driving with an attached implement. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handle the weight of the boom and the tractor operating controls are set for safe transport. To ensure safety while driving the tractor with a boom, review the following. Power for operating the mower is supplied from the tractor PTO.
OPERATION Transport only at speeds where you can maintain control of the equipment. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at high speeds. Understand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and highways. Make sure the Tractor steering and brakes are in good condition and operate properly. OPERATION Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine the proper transport speeds for you and the equipment.
OPERATION 9.2 Brake and Differential Lock Setting Make sure the tractor brakes are in good operating condition. Tractor brakes can be set to operate independently allowing single rear wheel braking action or locked together to provide simultaneous rear wheel braking. FOR MOST DRIVING AND OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE BRAKE PEDALS SHOULD BE LOCKED TOGETHER TO PROVIDE THE MOST EFFECTIVE BRAKING ACTION. Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor with weak or faulty brakes.
OPERATION 9.3 Driveline Angle Problems OPERATION Due to the shape or contour of the area being mowed, it may be necessary to raise tractor 3 pt. causing severe angle in the main drive line. When this is encountered, adjust length of 3 pt. arms so as to tilt main frame raising the head pivot point. (FIG. Op-203) Do not adjust 3 pt. links so as to cause a ground clearance problem on the reservoir end. (FIG. Op-204) DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION 9.4 Driving the Tractor and Boom Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the tractor. Never operate the tractor at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent the operator from stopping quickly during an emergency. If the power steering or engine ceases operating, stop the tractor immediately as the tractor will be difficult to control.
OPERATION 10.OPERATING THE BOOM UNIT AND ATTACHED HEAD OPERATION THE OPERATOR MUST COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND HOW TO OPERATE THE TRACTOR AND MOWER AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO MOW. The operator must read and understand the Safety and Operation Sections of this manual and the tractor operator’s manuals. These manuals must be read and explained to any operator who cannot read. Never allow someone to operate the unit without complete operating instructions.
OPERATION Extremely tall grass should be cut twice. Raise mower and cut twice the desired height. Cut the second time at desired height at 90 degrees to first pass. Remember, sharp blades produce cleaner cuts and use less power. Before cutting, analyze the area to determine the best cutting procedure. Consider the height and type of material and the terrain type: hilly, level or rough. Do not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with the windows closed.
OPERATION TILT CYLINDER The second handle on the control valve actuates the Tilt Cylinder. This valve has three positions and operates in three ways. Push the valve handle forward and you relieve pressure on the Rod End of the Tilt Cylinder, causing the Mower Head to tilt downward. OPERATION If the handle is released, the valve will automatically return to center, and the Mower Head will be Locked in place.
OPERATION Mow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower. The correct mowing 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, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, or when debris and foreign objects are to be avoided.
OPERATION Mow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower. The correct mowing 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, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, or when debris and foreign objects are to be avoided.
OPERATION 10.5 Shutting Down the Implement To shut down attached mower head, first bring the tractor to a complete stop. Decrease engine RPM to idle then disengage cutterhead. The mower head will come to a complete stop within a suitable amount of time. Do not engage or disengage the cutterheads at a high RPM unless there is an emergency situation.
OPERATION Never allow children to play on or around Tractor or Implement. Children can slip or fall off the Equipment and be injured or killed. Inadvertent contact with controls can cause the Implement to shift or fall crushing themselves or others. (SG-25) OPERATION BEFORE leaving the tractor seat lower the implement, set the parking brake and/or set the tractor transmission in parking gear, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
OPERATION 12.1 Transporting on Public Roadways Extreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and mower on public roadways. The tractor must be equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV emblem and flashing warning lights to alert drivers of the tractor’s presence. Remember that roadways are primarily designed for automotive drivers and most drivers will not be looking out for you, therefore, you must look out for them.
OPERATION OPERATION When operating on public roads, have consideration for other road users. Pull to the side of the road occasionally to allow all following traffic to pass. Do not exceed the legal speed limit set in your country for agricultural tractors. Always stay alert when transporting the tractor and mower on public roads.
OPERATION 12.2 Hauling the Tractor and Implement Before transporting a loaded tractor and implement, measure the height and width dimensions and gross weight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure that the load will be in compliance with the legal limits set for the areas that will be traveled through. OPS-U- 0024_TK DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. Operation Section 4-37 OPERATION Use adequately sized and rated trailers and equipment to transport the tractor and implement.
OPERATION OPERATION Arrange the chains so that when tightened, the chains are pulling downward and against themselves. Carefully tighten the securing chains or other fasteners using boomers or binders to apply maximum tension. Use extreme care when attaching and removing the securing devices as the extreme tension involved when released has the potential to inflict serious injury.
OPERATION 13.
OPERATION Problem OPERATION Cylinder Excessive Drift Possible Cause May be normal Operation Cylinder Piston Seals Bypass Damaged or Defective Work Port Relief Valves Main Valve Spool Leakage Oil Contamination Cylinder Leaks at Fittings Cylinder Leaks at Rod Cylinder Moves Wrong Way (Not the function that was actuated) Related to Issues described in Previous section: Boom moves under its own power Loose Fittings Wrong Fittings Installed Damaged or defective fitting (cracked) Fitting Port cracked Fau
OPERATION Problem Cylinder Moves Spongy or Jerky Possible Cause Air in oil Oil is cold System must be warmed to at least 40degrees F for proper operation. Check or test then replace or repair as required.
OPERATION Problem Cylinder Rod Came Out of Cylinder OPERATION Deck Cracks Deck Worn On Underside (Cutting Head Only) Hydraulic System Noise (Squeal) Hydraulic System Overheating Possible Cause Improper retaining of nut, replace or rebuild as required Test relief valve and adjust or replace as required Overloading cylinder in the extend position Excessive ground speed, Overload or impact with solid objects Vibration Poor or missing welds Mowing over sand or rocks Blades or blade bar bent, or blade
OPERATION Problem Motor Inoperative (Won't Run) Remedy Improper Oil Used Solenoid valve Failure or O-ring Failure at the Solenoid Valve No voltage to Solenoid Valve Incorrect Wiring at Solenoid valve flush and replace the oil Remove the solenoid valve and inspect. Replace as required Spindle Locked up Check by spinning blades. See Section on spindle failures Fill or replace as required Flush and fill as required Locate the source and repair.
OPERATION Problem OPERATION Motor Runs Too Slow (or Slows Down Under Load) Motor Stops (Stops under Load) Possible Cause Remedy Pump Drive Damaged Logic Valve O-ring Failure (Gear Systems) Damaged O-ring on Solenoid Valve Pump Worn or Defective Motor Damaged or defective Check drive shaft attachment to the tractor Remove logic valves and inspect seals. Replace as required Remove solenoid valve. Replace seals as required.
OPERATION Problem Spindle Leaking At Motor Spindle Leaking At Relief Vent Spindle Overheating Spindle Shaft Loose or Falls Out DB150 07/11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. Due to Motor Seal Failure (hydraulic Oil leak) Motor Loose or bolts missing Gasket torn due to movement of motor on spindle flange Excessive Backpressure in Spindle Seal Damaged due to Debris Remedy See section on motor seal failure and repair as needed Bolts should be checked every 8 hrs.
OPERATION OPERATION Problem Possible Cause Remedy Spindle Locks Up (Seizes and Won't Turn) Loss of lubrication in spindle Excessive bearing preload Indicated by catastrophic failure of the upper bearing. See the previous section Disassemble the spindle and inspect the bearings for wear. Re-assemble following the bearing pre-load specifications in the Technical Service Manual.
MAINTENANCE SECTION Maintenance Section 5-1 ©2011 Alamo Group Inc.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM COMPONENT FAILURE BY KEEPING IMPLEMENT IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION IN PERFORMING PROPER SERVICE, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE. BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE ON THE IMPLEMENT: • STOP ENGINE AND PTO, engage parking brake, lower implement, allow all moving parts to stop and remove key before • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • dismounting from tractor.
MAINTENANCE PARTS INFORMATION PARTS INFORMATION Rhino mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Rhino specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce mower performance, void warranties, and present a safety hazard. Use genuine Rhino mower parts for economy and safety.
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MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC FLUID Product DB150 Oil Type UTF Oil Specification ISO Cleanliness Filter Change Recommendation Oil Change Recommendation Chevron 1000 THF 18/16/14 First 100 / every 500 or 12 months First 500 / every 1000 or 12 months The above are prescribed intervals, but frequency may change based on use. It is important to monitor the filter clogging indicator. There are many comparable oils that are equivalent to what is used by the factory.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Proper Oil Level Maintain the oil level within the sight gauge located on the reservoir. When oil is cold, the level should be three-quarters up the sight gauge. Never fill the tank above that sight gauge level. A space is maintained above the sight gauge to allow for the expansion of the oil. Oil is added through the filler tube, if your tank does not have a filler tube then fill through the return filter located on the tank.
MAINTENANCE DRIVELINE LUBRICATION Grease Fittings are located on the Cross Assembly of each U-Joint and on the telescoping tubes. Grease UJoint after each 8 hours of use. Figure Mnt-0024. Do not force grease through the Needle Cup Assemblies. Grease the telescoping tubes after every 8 hours use. Some PTO-to-Hitch connections may necessitate cutting a hole in the shields to be able to align the Grease Fitting holes for lubrication. Lubricate the shield bearings every 16 hours. Figure Mnt-0026.
MAINTENANCE MAIN DRIVELINE & CAT 4 SAFETY SHIELD MAINTENANCE To remove the main inner driveline shield, Remove the locking screws. Align the bearing tabs with the cone pockets. FIGURE Mnt-0026. Remove the half-guard and remove the bearing ring. FIGURE Mnt-0012. Inspect the driveline shield for worn areas or cracks. If the shield has any dents or cracks, replace the Shield.
MAINTENANCE Make certain that the Driveline Integral Shields are free to telescope and rotate around the Driveline without binding. MAINTENANCE DB150 07/11 ©2011 Alamo Group Inc.
MAINTENANCE BLADES Check the Blades for cracks and wear and Blade Bolts for tightness, daily. Blades should be replaced when they are worn excessively, bent, deformed, or out of balance. MAINTENANCE Blades should always be replaced in pairs. Blades of different weights can cause serious imbalance and damage to the machine and personnel. When replacing blades, take care to replace the blade bolts, nuts, and washers.
MAINTENANCE BLADE SERVICING Inspect blades before each use to determine that they are properly installed and in good condition. Replace any blade that is bent, excessively nicked, worn, or has any other damage. Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening. Use only original equipment blades on this mower. They are made of special heat-treated alloy steel. Substitute blades may not meet specifications and may fail in a hazardous manner that could cause injury.
MAINTENANCE BLADE SHARPENING Always sharpen both blades at same time to maintain balance. Follow original sharpening pattern as shown in Figure Mnt-B-0035. Always sharpen blades by grinding. DO NOT heat and pound out edge. Do not sharpen blade to a razor edge, but leave a 1/16" blunt edge. Do not sharpen back side of blade. MAINTENANCE Avoid personal injury. Always block the mowerer up to prevent if from falling when the blades and/ or carrier are being serviced. Avoid Personal injury. blades.
MAINTENANCE BLADE CARRIER REMOVAL Remove cotter pin and loosen slotted nut on spindle shaft. Loosen but do not remove the nut until the blade carrier is loosened. Use a suitable 2 jaw gear puller to pull carrier off tapered spindle shaft. If gear puller is not available use long bar inserted through blade bolt access hole with end against rotor bar. Strike opposite end of bar with sledge hammer. Rotate blade carrier 180 degrees and repeat process.
MAINTENANCE Hardware Most nuts and bolts will stay tight and therefore need only periodic checking. However, the following nuts and bolts are extremely important and should receive special attention: Spindle Housing Bolts: Tighten to 400 Ft./Lbs. Torque Blade Bolts: Tighten to 400 Ft./Lbs. Torque MAINTENANCE Blade Bar To Spindle Bolts: Tighten to 400 Ft./Lbs.
MAINTENANCE Boom Cylinder Removal and Replacement Instructions 1. 2. 3. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. DB150 07/11 ©2011 Alamo Group Inc. Maintenance Section 5-15 MAINTENANCE 4. 5. 6. Clear the area of all personnel before lowering the boom mower head. From the tractor seat with your seat belt fastened around you, Lower the boom mower head to the ground. Extend the boom to the furthest reach and lower the mower head flat on the ground.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Hydraulic Component Maintenance Schedule Component Installation X Pump Drive Shaft Check and Lubricate Pump Mounting Bolt torque check (Inspect Daily) X Installation Charge Pump Filter Installation Pressure Filter to the Control Valve Installation Return Canister Filter Element Installation Hydraulic Oil Change Hydraulic Oil Particle Count Testing X Installation Hydraulic Tank Breather Filter Installation Hydraulic Tank Suction Screen Installation Hydraulic Hose Inspection/Replace
MAINTENANCE Cleaning Procedure for Large Areas - Automated 1. 2. Clean the surface using a high-pressure water cleaner (max. 10Obar or 1,450psi) and/or a steam cleaner. We suggest that a test be made on a small area, prior to cleaning the entire sheet Use of additives to the water and/or steam should be avoided. Other Important Instructions for All Lexan Sheets: • • • • • • Never use abrasive or highly alkaline cleaner on Lexan polycarbonate materials.
MAINTENANCE STORAGE MAINTENANCE Your mower represents an investment from which you should get the greatest possible benefit. Therefore, when the season is over, the mower should be thoroughly checked and prepared for storage so that a minimum amount of work will be required to put it back into operation for the next season. The following are suggested storage procedures: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Thoroughly clean the mower. Lubricate the cutter as covered in Maintenance Section.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE DB150 07/11 ©2011 Alamo Group Inc.
MAINTENANCE SERVICE OF SPINDLE HOUSING (FIGURE Mnt-0006) Remove blade bar or pan. Remove hydraulic motor. MAINTENANCE Remove spindle housing from unit. Drain remaining oil from housing. Using a chisel, bend the tang on the lockwasher (6) until it is free from the slot in the nut (5). Unscrew locknut and remove lockwasher, and second locknut. locknut and The Spindle should now slide from the Spindle housing, so the Spindle can be removed from the Housing.
MAINTENANCE Assembly Make sure all parts are clean and free of any contamination Install Bearing Cups (3 & 4) into Spindle Housing (2) using a suitable bearing driver to seat the cups. Caution must be taken not to damage the cup or spindle housing, cups must be fully seated.
MAINTENANCE MOTOR & COUPLING INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE Bolt motor to mount plate. Fully tighten bolts. (Item 1) Install flex coupler to the quick disconnect pulley hub using the countersunk socket head bolts (Item 2). Apply thread locking compound to the bolts. Tighten bolts to 45 FT-LB. Attach motor mount angle brackets, (Item 3) to the channel frame, leave bolts loose. Insert motor shaft into flex coupling and allow motor to “find its center”.
MAINTENANCE START UP PROCEDURE Read all safety instructions. Decals on the Machete Boom warn you of particular and multiple hazards. Many decals are attached close to part of the Machete Boom where there is a possible hazard. Read and make sure you understand the safety messages before you operate the Machete Boom. Keep all decals clean and readable. Replace lost or damaged decals. 2. Before operating, read all the safety and operating instructions in the Operators Manual for both the tractor and mower.
SEGURIDAD INFORMACIÓN DE PARTES SEGURIDAD INFORMACIÓN DE PARTES Las cortadoras RHINO usan balanciadas y componentes de systema seleccionado para los portadores de cuchillas, cuchillas, eje de cortar, navaja, suspensiones de navajas, los rodillos, los componentes de línea motriz, y cojinetes. Estas partes son echas y probadas a la especificaciones de RHINO. Partes que no son auténticas no regularmente llegan con estas especificaciones.
SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD RIESGOS CON EL MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTO MANTENGA LOS IMPLEMENTOS EN BUENAS CONDICIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO, A TRAVÉS DE UN SERVICIO, REPARACIÓN O MANTENIMIENTO APROPIADO. ANTES DE REALIZAR TAREAS DE SERVICIO, REPARACIÓN Y MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTO: • APAGUE EL MOTOR Y EL PTO, coloque el freno de mano, descienda el implemento, espere a que se detengan todas las partes móviles y quite la llave antes de bajarse del tractor.
SEGURIDAD RIESGOS EN TRANSPORTE SEGURIDAD PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE AL REMOLCAR O TRANSPORTAR EQUIPOS: • MANTENGA la velocidad de transporte POR DEBAJO DE 20 millas por hora para mantener el control del equipo. • REDUZCA LA VELOCIDAD en terreno inclinado, en las curvas y en condiciones de remolque desfavorables. • NO REMOLQUE camiones u otros vehículos • USE un tractor de tamaño adecuado y equipado en función del equipo de remolque. • SIGA todas las reglamentaciones de tránsito locales.
SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD RIESGOS ELÉCRTICOS Y DE FUEGO PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CONTACTO ELÉCTRICO AL TRABAJAR CERCA DE CABLES ELÉCTRICOS, LÍNEAS DE GAS Y DE SERVICIOS: LLAME AL 811 y al 1-800-258-0808 para identificar cables de servicios subterráneos. • NO ponga en contacto la cortadora con ninguna estructura u obstrucción de servicios o municipales.
SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE FILTRACION DE ACEITE HIDRÁULICO DE ALTA PRESIÓN SEGURIDAD PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR PENETRACIÓN DE FILTRACIONES DE ACEITE HIDRÁULICO DE ALTA PRESIÓN: • NO OPERE el equipo con filtraciones de aceite o combustible. • MANTENGA todas las mangueras hidráulicas, líneas y conexiones en BUEN ESTADO y AJUSTADAS antes de aplicar presión al sistema. • LIBERE LA PRESIÓN HIDRÁULICA antes de desconectar las líneas o trabajar en el sistema.
SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD RIESGO DEL CONTACTO A LAS CUCHILLAS DE CORTADORA MANTÉNGASE LEJOS DE LAS CUCHILLAS GIRATORIAS PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CONTACTO CON LA CUCHILLA: • • • • • MANTÉNGASE LEJOS y NO ACERQUE LAS MANOS, LOS PIES y EL CUERPO a las cuchillas giratorias, líneas de conducción y partes hasta que todos los elementos móviles se hayan detenido.
SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE ENREDO POR EL PTO SEGURIDAD MANTÉNGASE ALEJADO DE LAS LÍNEAS DE CONDUCCIÓN Y OTROS ELEMENTOS GIRATORIOS PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE: MANTÉNGASE LEJOS y NO ACERQUE las manos, los pies y el cuerpo a las cuchillas giratorias, líneas de conducción y partes hasta que todos los elementos móviles se hayan detenido.
SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE ATROPELLO PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CAÍDA DEL TRACTOR O ATROPELLO DEL EQUIPO: Cuando no esté cortando, coloque el brazo y el cabezal de la cortadora en el espacio de transporte antes de moverse. • NUNCA LLEVE A OTRAS PERSONAS en el tractor o implemento. • SÓLO OPERE el tractor y el equipo sentado en el asiento del tractor. • SIEMPRE ABRÓCHESE el cinturón de seguridad al operar el tractor y los equipos.
SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOS Continuado NO exceda la capacidad de corte nominal de la cortadora, ni corte elementos que no sean vegetación. USE CABINAS DE TRACTOR CERRADAS cuando haya dos o más cortadoras operando en un mismo sector. No opere la cortadora en áreas susceptibles al ataque de abejas o insectos, salvo que USE PRENDAS PROTECTORAS o una cabina de tractor cerrada. AJUSTE el cabezal de la cortadora paralelo al suelo y cerca de él sin exponer las cuchillas.
SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOS LAS CORTADORAS GIRATORIAS PUEDEN ARROJAR OBJETOS A 90 METROS (300 PIES) O MÁS EN CONDICIONES ADVERSAS.
SEGURIDAD CONECTAR O DESCONECTAR EL IMPLEMENTO DE SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR APLASTAMIENTO POR EL TRACTOR O IMPLEMENTO: CUANDO conecte el cabezal de la cortadora al brazo: • MANTENGA A LOS TRANSEÚNTES LEJOS del tractor y la cortadora.
SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD RIESGO DE APLASTAMIENTO PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CAÍDA DEL TRACTOR O ATROPELLO DEL EQUIPO, VUELCO O APLASTAMIENTO POR LA CAÍDA DE DEL BRAZO O EL IMPLEMENTO: • • • • USE tractores equipados con SISTEMA ANTIVUELCO (ROPS) y CINTURONES DE SEGURIDAD para las operaciones de corte. MANTENGA EL SISTEMA ROPS trabado en posición vertical. SIEMPRE ABRÓCHESE el cinturón de seguridad al operar el tractor y los equipos.
SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD DEL OPERADOR LEA, COMPRENDA y SIGA las instrucciones del Manual del Operador, al igual que las Advertencias y Mensajes de Seguridad. USE GAFAS DE SEGURIDAD, calzado protector, casco, protección auditiva y guantes al operar o reparar el equipo USE un aparato de respiración apropiado al operar en condiciones polvorientas a fin de evitar contraer enfermedades respiratorias. NO USE prendas sueltas o joyas que se puedan enredar con las partes giratorias y causar una lesión.
SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y PRÁCTICAS GENERALES El mejor operador es un operador cuidadoso. La seguridad es de importancia fundamental para el fabricante, y también debería serlo para el propietario u operador. La mayoría de los accidentes se pueden evitar prestando suma atención al equipo, al ambiente circundante, y tomando algunas precauciones.
SECCIÓN DE SEGURIDAD Sección de Seguridad 1-1 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
Instrucciones de operaciones antes de la entrega del DISTRIBUIDOR al CLIENTE El distribuidor deberá informar al comprador de este producto las condiciones, disposiciones y procedimientos de garantía aplicables; informar la responsabilidad del comprador de capacitar a sus operadores para la operación segura; revisar el contenido del Manual del Operador, incluido el equipo de seguridad, la operación segura y el mantenimiento; y revisar las Señales de Seguridad que se encuentran en el implemento (y en el tract
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A fin de reducir la tasa de accidentes y mejorar la operación segura de las cortadoras, Alamo Group Ag Division se ha asociado con otros fabricantes de la industria para desarrollar el video y la guía de Prácticas de Seguridad para Cortadoras Industriales y Agrícolas AEM/FEMA. El video explica a los operadores de tractores y cortadoras las prácticas seguras que deben adoptar cuando utilizan cortadoras industriales y agrícolas.
Al propietario/operador/distribuidor Este Manual del Operador es una parte esencial de la operación segura de esta máquina y se debe mantener con la unidad siempre. El implemento incluye un porta manual donde se puede guardar el manual de manera adecuada. Si el manual se extravía o se daña, puede solicitar otra copia sin cargo a un distribuidor autorizado de Rhino o descargarlo del sitio web de Rhino (www.servis-rhino.com).
Publicado en 07/11 DB150 CORTADORA CON BRAZO HYDRÁULICO Parte nº. 02964566C MANUAL DE OPERADOR Este Manual del Operador es una parte esencial de la operación segura de esta máquina y se debe mantener con la unidad siempre. LEA, ENTIENDA, y SIGA las Instrucciones de Seguridad y Operación contenidas en este manual antes de operar el equipo. C01-Cover SP RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave. Gibson City, IL 60936 800-446-5158 Email: parts@servis-rhino.com ©2011 Alamo Group Inc. $0.