Tiger FLX10, FLX15 manual Operation

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OPERATION

OPERATION

￿Ensure that the Manual Canister is secured to the mower with the Operator’s Manual inside.

￿Ensure all decals are in place and legible. Replace missing, worn, and unlegible decals.

NOTE: The mower Operator’s Manual and affixed Decals contain important instructions on the safe and proper use of the mower. Maintain these important safety features on the mower in good condition to ensure the information is available to the operator at all times.

￿Ensure the mower hitch is securely attached to the tractor drawbar with a proper size bolt and secured nut.

￿Ensure that a properly rated safety tow chain is equipped securing the mower to the tractor.

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

￿Ensure the divider drivelines are secure at both ends

￿Ensure chain guards are in position and not damaged. Replace worn, broken, and missing sections immediately.

￿Ensure the driveline integral shields are in good condition and rotate freely.

￿Inspect that all bolts and screws are in position and are properly torqued.

￿Ensure the tractor PTO master shield is in place, lowered and in good condition.

￿Ensure each mower slip clutch shield is secured in place and in good condition.

￿Ensure the driveline slip clutches are properly adjusted and the friction plates are not frozen together. Reference the Maintenance Section for proper slip clutch maintenance.

FLX15/10 04/06

Operation Section 4-20

© 2006 Alamo Group Inc.

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Contents FLX15/FLX10 To the OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER DEALER’S Predelivery Service Guide Table of Contents Safety Section Safety 2006Alamo Group Inc SG-11 Following rules Keep Away from Rotating Elements to prevent entanglement Safety Safety Safety Stop Mowing if Passersby are Within 100 Yards Unless Safety Safety Safety Canister Manual Inside QTY Description Safety Safety Safety Item 16 Patent Numbers Safety Item 23 Multi-Hazard Decal Safety FLX15/10 04/06 Safety Section Safety Safety Federal Laws and Regulations Page Introduction Section Introduction Before Operating this Machine Page Assembly Section Assembly From Shipping Position FLX15/10Setting the Castor Wheels AdjustmentsConnection to Tractor Driveline Attachment Connection to Cutter Connecting Strut To Cutter Assembly Assembly Assembly PRE Customer Delivery Checklist GeneralOperation Section Operation Peligro Mower Standard Equipment And Specifications Operation Operator Requirements Personal Protective Equipment PPETractor Safety Devices Tractor RequirementsTractor Requirements and Capabilities Rops and Seat BeltTractor Horsepower Front End WeightDrawbar Tractor HydraulicsPower Take Off PTO Tire SpacingBoarding the Tractor Getting on and OFF the TractorDismounting the Tractor Connecting the FLEX-ARM to the Tractor Starting the TractorConnecting the FLEX-ARM Tongue to the Tractor Connecting the Cutter Precision Hitch to the FLEX-ARM Connecting Mower Hydraulic Lines to the Tractor Setting the Mower Setting Deck Pitch Driveline Attachment CV Driveline Maximum Angle Check Procedure Constant Velocity CV DrivelinePRE-OPERATION Inspection and Service Lighting Kit RelocatedTractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceOperation Operation Cutting Component Inspection Damaged PanDriving the Tractor and Mower Starting the Tractor Brake and Differential Lock SettingOperating the Mower Wings Center Section Transport Lock Pin Driving the Tractor, Flex Arm, and Mower Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines Operating the TRACTOR,FLEX ARM, and Mower Foreign Debris HazardsBystander/Passersby Precautions Stop Mowing if Passersby are Within 100 Yards UnlessEngaging the Power Take Off PTO PTO RPM and Ground SpeedOperating the Flex Arm & Mower Mowing . S G M Correct Mower Deck Positioning Wrong Mower Deck Positioning Disconnecting FLEX-ARM & Mower from the Tractor Shutting Down the MowerFLEX-ARM & Mower Storage Transporting the TRACTOR, FLEX-ARM, and Mower Tires and Wheels Transporting on Public Roadways Operation Uneven surfaces. STI-1 Hauling the Tractor, Flex Arm and Mower By the following rulesOperation Trouble Shooting Guide Cutter Trouble Shooting Guide FLX15/10 Symptom Problem CorrectionMaintenance Section Maintenance MaintenanceWheel Hub Greasing and Installation Tighten Instructions for 618 Hubs Lubrication Gearboxes Universal Joint Assemblies Lubrication Chart Ramlok Disassembly Procedure Maintenance Warranty Information ONE Last Word FLX15/10 04/06 A101-010C