RHINO FN180 Manual do Operador

©2012 Alamo Group Inc.Published 07/12 Part NO. 00787290COPERATOR’S MANUAL RHINO® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave.Gibson City, IL 60936800-446-5158Emai

ASSEMBLYFN180/FN120 07/12 Assembly Section 3-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY8. Remove retaining bracket from end yoke of main driveline. Remove mai

ASSEMBLYFN180/FN120 07/12 Assembly Section 3-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY11. Filling the cylinders with oil should raise the wings slightly and

ASSEMBLYFN180/FN120 07/12 Assembly Section 3-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY Many of the equipment components are HEAVY (60 lbs. or greater) and S

ASSEMBLYFN180/FN120 07/12 Assembly Section 3-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY2. Inner center axle dual tire assemblies are shipped bolted on wing mo

ASSEMBLYFN180/FN120 07/12 Assembly Section 3-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYLubricate the PTO drivelines and wheel hubs according to the lubricatio

ASSEMBLYFN180/FN120 07/12 Assembly Section 3-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYDriveline Clamp Cone Yoke Operating InstructionsRemove the two 5/8”-11

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

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRHINO FN180/FN120 NITRO ROTARY MOWEROPERATION INSTRUCTIONSRhino FN18

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION1. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTSSafe operation of the unit is the responsibi

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

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTSThe tractor used to operate the mower must ha

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2.4 DrawbarConstant Velocity and Standard Driveline.Position the len

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2.7 Power Take Off (PTO)Depending on the unit, the mower is designed

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTORBefore getting onto the tractor, th

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONBEFORE leaving the tractor seat lower the implement, set the parking

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5.1 Connecting the Mower Tongue to the Tractor1. Ensure the tractor

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION4. To attach the mower, place two 1” flatwashers positioned under

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONOperating Mower Hydraulics with Two Tractor Hydraulic PortsThe line

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-12© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.1 Setting Deck HeightLEVELING DECK CENTER SECTION1. Place the tra

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-13© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6. Place split collar assemblies on the center axle hydraulic cylin

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYGeneral Safety Instructions and PracticesA careful operator is the best opera

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-14© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7.1 Driveline Length Check When fitting the mower to the tractor, t

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-15© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION“Bottoming Out” Check Procedure• Disconnect driveline from the trac

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-16© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7.2 Constant Velocity (CV) DrivelineFor mowers equipped with a Cons

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-17© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONThe Constant Velocity PTO driveline is HEAVY (70 lbs or greater) an

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-18© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceRefer to the tractor op

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-19© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONThe operator’s manual and safety signs affixed on the unit contain

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-20© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION• Ensure the tractor PTO master shield is in place, lowered and in

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-21© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION• Ensure each hydraulic cylinder is installed and retained correctl

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-22© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.3 Cutting Component InspectionInspect blade pan and blade assembl

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-23© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONOperating the mower with loose blade hardware will damage the blade

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYOPERATOR SAFETYTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DO THE FOLLOWING:• READ, UNDE

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-24© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.4 Blade Bolt InspectionInspect Blade Bolt Head daily for wear as

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-25© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRotary Mower PRE-OPERATION InspectionMower ID#________________Date:

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-26© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTractor PRE-OPERATION InspectionTractor ID#________________ Make __

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-27© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENTSafe tractor transport requires

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-28© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.1 Starting the TractorThe procedure to start the tractor is model

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-29© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.4 Transport PositionTo raise mower wings, drive the unit to a lev

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-30© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONUse extreme care when lowering or unfolding the implement’s wings.

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-31© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.7 Crossing Ditches and Steep InclinesWhen crossing ditches with s

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-32© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONInclines and ditches should be approached along a line which is at

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-33© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONMany varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can beco

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYCRUSHING HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR, EQ

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-34© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing obje

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-35© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.5 Operating the MowerOnly operate the mower from the tractor ope

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-36© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tract

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-37© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONWhen you get to the end of a pass, slightly raise the mower (2-4”)

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-38© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONWhen mowing across uneven areas such as road shoulders, ditch edges

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-39© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.6 Right of Way (Highway) Mowing• USE DOUBLE CHAIN GUARDS for hig

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-40© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.7 Shutting Down the ImplementTo shut down attached mower head, f

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-41© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever unhitch without using the Tongue Jack. The Tongue is very he

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-42© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION12. MOWER STORAGEIt is recommended that the mower be stored with th

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-43© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Imp

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYCONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETYTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-44© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTire Size and Matching requirements - Center AxleTire assemblies wh

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-45© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION13.2 Transporting on Public RoadwaysExtreme caution should be used

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-46© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONMake sure that all tractor flashing warning lights, headlights, and

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-47© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION13.3 Hauling the Tractor and ImplementBefore transporting a loaded

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-48© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION14. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDEProblem Possible Cause RemedyExcessive Vi

OPERATIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Operation Section 4-49© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONUneven Cut Excessive ground speed. Reduce ground speed.Blades worn,

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

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEHazards with Maintenance of ImplementAVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR D

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEPARTS INFORMATIONBefore operating your Rotary Cutter, make sur

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTHROWN OBJECTS HAZARDSROTARY MOWERS CAN THROW OBJECTS 300 FEET OR MORE UNDER

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCECENTER & WING GEARBOXESThe Gearboxes have been filled with

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEDRIVELINESThe Drivelines and U-Joints should be inspected each

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEMAIN CV DRIVELINE SHIELD SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS1. Clean and grea

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEWING DRIVELINE Figure MntP-R-0011) Remove the two shield beari

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEFigure MntP-R-0014) Grease and install the sleeve baring in gr

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCETO DISASSEMBLE UNIVERSAL JOINT1. Remove all snap rings.2. Pos

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCETO REASSEMBLE UNIVERSAL JOINT1. Smear grease into bearings an

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-12© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE5. Drive cup down with spacer and insert snap ring6. To loose

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-13© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEDISASSEMBLY - CROSS & BEARING KIT1. The implement driveli

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTHROWN OBJECTS HAZARD (CONTINUED)MOWER OPERATION:• DO NOT exceed mower's

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-14© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE6. Note the orientation of all grease fittings before removin

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-15© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEInspection1. Discard the two crosses, all of the bearing cups

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-16© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEAssembly1. Apply grease to the bearing cup bores in the end y

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-17© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEAssembly (Cont’d)9. Using the large driver used in disassembl

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-18© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEAssembly (Cont’d)18.Keep the cross in the bearing cup and sta

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-19© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE SERVICINGInspect blades before each use to determine th

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-20© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE SHARPENINGAlways sharpen both blades at same time to ma

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-21© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBlade Bolt InspectionInspect Blade Bolt Head daily for wear a

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-22© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE CARRIER REMOVALRemove cotter pin and loosen slotted nut

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-23© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE CARRIER INSTALLATIONClean the splines on both the blade

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYRUN OVER HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR OR

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-24© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEINTEGRAL FRICTION CLUTCH MAINTENANCEIf the clutch has not bee

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-25© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEASSEMBLY:7. Place one new friction disc against the yoke flan

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-26© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEHIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARDHYDRAULIC HOSESReplace pinched a

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-27© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEFlex Wing Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement InstructionsImplemen

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-28© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESKID SHOESSkid shoes are made of carbon steel to reduce wear

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-29© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEPROPER TORQUE FOR FASTENERSThe chart lists the correct tighte

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-30© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEGearbox Tools For Disassembly and Assembly1.Caulking Gun w/Si

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-31© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCETEM QTY DESCRIPTION1. 1 Housing2. 2 Input Thru Cap3. 22 Hex H

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-32© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCERIGHT ANGLE GEARBOX (OUTBOARD) ASSEMBLY & DISASSEMBLY PRO

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-33© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEStep V.From the bottom of Main Housing drive out top Bearing

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDSKEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING DRIVELINES AND ELEMENTS TO AV

MAINTENANCEFN180/FN120 07/12 Maintenance Section 5-34© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEINPUT SHAFT INSTALLATIONSTEP Iinsert short and long spacer (2

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-27© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-26© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-25© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-24© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-23© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-22© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-21© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-20© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYMOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDSKEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING BLADES TO AVOID SERIOUS I

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-19© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-18© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-17© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-16© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-15© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDAD

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-14© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADINFORMACIÓN DE PARTESNOTA: Si necessita un manual completamente

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-13© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGOS CON EL MANTENIMIENTO DEL IMPLEMENTOMANTENGA LOS IMPLEMEN

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-12© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGOS EN TRANSPORTE PARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE AL

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGOS ELÉCTRICOS Y DE FUEGOPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA M

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DEL CONTACTO A LAS CUCHILLAS DE CORTADORA RIESGO DE FILTR

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYHIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARDTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM HIGH PRES

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE ENREDO POR EL PTO MANTÉNGASE ALEJADO DE LAS LÍNEAS DE C

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE ATROPELLOPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE POR CA

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOS ContinuadoOPERACIÓN DE LA CORTADORA:•

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE OBJECTOS LANZADOSLAS CORTADORAS GIRATORIAS PUEDEN ARROJ

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADSEGURIDAD DE CONECTAR O DESCONECTAR IMPLEMENTOPARA EVITAR LESIONE

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADRIESGO DE APLASTAMIENTOPARA EVITAR UNA LESIÓN GRAVE O LA MUERTE P

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 Sección de Seguridad 1-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SEGURIDADSEGURIDAD DEL OPERADORPARA EVITAR LESIONES GRAVES O LA MUERTE, SI

SEGURIDADFN180/FN120 07/12 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

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-12© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTRICA

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 Divisionse ha 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.FN180/FN120Publicado en 07/12 Parte nº. 00787290CMANUAL DE OPERADOR RHINO® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave.Gibson City, IL 609

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-13© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTRANSPORTING HAZARDSTO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH WHEN TOWING OR TRANSPO

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-14© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYHAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENTAVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM COMP

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-15© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPARTS INFORMATIONPARTS INFORMATIONRhino mowers use balanced and matched syst

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-16© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal LocationNOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-17© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYITEM PART NO. QTY 15’ QTY10” TYPE DESCRIPTION1. D389 1 1 DECAL Lift Unit

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-18© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal Description

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-19© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

IIn order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, in cooperation with other industry manufacturers has

SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-20© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY

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SAFETYFN180/FN120 07/12 Safety Section 1-28© 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY SECTION ...1-1Gene

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

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

CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR ...4-9Connecting the Mower

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

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

TIRES AND WHEELS ...

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

Introduction Section 2-1© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTION SECTION

INTRODUCTIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Introduction Section 2-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONWe are pleased to have you as a Rhino customer. Your Rotary

INTRODUCTIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Introduction Section 2-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThe Rhino Model FN180/FN120 Rotary Cutter is designed primar

INTRODUCTIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Introduction Section 2-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONKEY OPERATION POINTS• Cutting performance and distribution a

INTRODUCTIONFN180/FN120 07/12 Introduction Section 2-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONRHINO LIMITED WARRANTY1. LIMITED WARRANTIES1.01. Rhino warra

Assembly Section 3-1© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY SECTION

ASSEMBLYFN180/FN120 07/12 Assembly Section 3-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYDEALER SET-UP INSTRUCTIONSThe mower as received from the factory is vir

ASSEMBLYFN180/FN120 07/12 Assembly Section 3-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY2. Make sure the tractor PTO is the correct speed and shaft size for th