Servis-Rhino RC-12 manual SGM-10

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OPERATION

OPERATION

All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not limited to) -

the Deflectors, Steel Guards, Gearbox Shields, PTO integral shields , and Retractable Door Shields should be used and maintained in good working condition. All safety devices should be inspected carefully at least daily for missing or broken components. Missing, broken, or worn items must be replaced at once to reduce the possibility of injury or death from thrown objects, entanglement, or blade contact. (SFL-5)

Replace bent or broken blade with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN OR WELD ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES.

(SGM-10)

The operator’s manual and decals 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.

Ensure the manual canister is secured to the equipment with the operator’s manual inside.

Ensure all decals are in place and legible. Replace missing, damaged, and unlegible decals. OPS-U- 0011

Check that the main driveline securely attached to the tractor and the locking collar is seated in the groove of the PTO Shaft.

Inspect that the 3-point hitch pins are the proper size, correctly installed and secured to the tractor lift arms with retaining pins inserted.

Ensure that a properly rated safety tow chain is equipped securing the mower to the tractor. OPS-F-0015

RC12 12/05

Operation Section 4-16

© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.

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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 Reflect PeligroInstruct 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 Tongue Assembly Installation Breather Plug InstallationShipping Stand Removal 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 PPETractor Requirements and Capabilities Tractor Safety DevicesRops and Seat Belt 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 Engagement Check Procedure PRE-OPERATION Inspection and ServiceShorten the driveline profiles as follows 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 Belt Adjustment and Replacement Blade ReplacementCutter Shaft 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 RemovalDriveline Driveline Shield ReplacementMnt-FL-0032 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