Servis-Rhino RC-12 manual To the Owner/Operator/Dealer, Warranty Information

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To the Owner/Operator/Dealer

All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of acci- dents.

BEFORE YOU START! Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual. Observe the rules of safety and common sense!

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

Read and understand the complete Warranty Statement found in this Manual. Fill out the Warranty Registration Form in full and return it to Rhino within 30 Days. Make certain the Serial Number of the Machine is recorded on the Warranty Card and on the Warranty Form that you retain.

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Contents RC-12 Warranty Information To the Owner/Operator/DealerTable of Contents Maintenance Section Safety Section Safety Wait a minute...Save a life Safety Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices Stop Mowing if Passersby are Within 100 Yards Unless Safety Safety RC12 Safety Section STI-3 Safety MPH. STI-6 Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices Parts Information Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices Instruct PeligroReflect Name NFS SER PLTLogo ModelDecal Description Has stopped. P/N RC12 Safety Section Safety Safety Safety Safety Safety Safety Federal Laws and Regulations Introduction Section Introduction Before Operating this Machine Owners Responsibilities Safety Instructions Page Assembly Section Shipping Stand Removal Breather Plug InstallationTongue Assembly Installation Assembly Asm-FL-0066 Point Hitch Assembly Installation Attaching Axle Assemblies to Main Wheel BAR Tube Attaching Optional Hydraulic CylinderOperation Section Operation Operation CAT II-III Q.HOperator Requirements Personal Protective Equipment PPERops and Seat Belt Tractor Safety DevicesTractor Requirements and Capabilities 3-Point Hitch Front End WeightPower Take Off PTO Drawbar-Pull Type MowerGetting on and OFF the Tractor Boarding the TractorDismounting the Tractor Connecting the Mower to the Tractor Starting the TractorLift Type Models Setting the MowerPull Type Models Semi-Mount ModelsOperation Driveline Attachment Leveling DeckDriveline Clearance Shorten the driveline profiles as follows PRE-OPERATION Inspection and ServiceEngagement Check Procedure Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceSGM-10 Operation Driving the Tractor and Implement Starting the Tractor Brake and Differential Lock Setting Raising the MowerTurning Procedure Driving the Tractor and MowerCrossing Ditches and Steep Inclines Operating the Tractor and Implement Operation Bystanders/Passersby Precautions Foreign Debris HazardsEngaging the Power Take Off PTO PTO RPM and Ground Speed Operating the MowerOperation Shutting Down the Implement Disconnecting the Mower from the Tractor OPS-F-0012AMower Storage Transporting the Tractor and ImplementOperation Transporting on Public Roadways OPS-U Hauling the Tractor and Implement Trouble Shooting Guide Problem Possible Cause RemedyPTO RPM Page Maintenance Section General Maintenance LubricationRoutine Maintenance Cutter Shaft Blade ReplacementBelt Adjustment and Replacement Pulley Alignment and Removal Maintenance Cutter Shaft Bearing Removal Mnt-FL-0041 InstallationCutter Shaft and Bearing Removal Outer Cutter Shaft Bearing RemovalTOP Drive Assembly Servicing Cutter Shaft RemovalMnt-FL-0032 Driveline Shield ReplacementDriveline Figure Mnt-FL-0036 Storing the RC12 Pre-season CheckRhino Required of the Owner Required of the OperatorRC12 12/05 00726339C Printed U.S.A