Alamo 3109 manual SPU-2

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SAFETY

Be particularly careful in transport. The Implement has raised and moved the center of gravity to the front of the Power Unit increasing the possibility of overturn and tipping forward. Turn curves or go up slopes only at low speed and using a gradual turning angle. Go up slopes with the Implement located uphill. Slow down on rough or uneven surfaces.

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Never leave the Implement and Power Unit unattended while the Implement is in the raised position. Accidental operation of a lifting lever or a hydraulic failure may cause the implement to suddenly fall causing serious injury or possible death to anyone who might inadvertently be under the Implement. Lower the implement carefully to the ground. Do not put hands or feet under lifted components.

The center of gravity of a Power Unit equipped with a front-mounted Implement is shifted to the front and removes weight from the rear wheels. The Power Unit should maintain at least 25% total weight with the maximum load in the bucket or attachment on the rear wheels to prevent tipping forward, loss of steering control, and possible injury. Add counterweight if required when operating on slopes and proceed with the load uphill to prevent tipping. Reference the Power Unit’s Operator’s Manual or an authorized dealer for information on adding additional weight.

Make sure the hydraulic quick disconnects are fully seated into the connections. Do not use the loader if the hydraulic connection is leaking. Leaking oil could allow the loader to fall resulting in a serious crushing injury.

If the loader valve controls fail to functions properly discontinue use of the tractor and loader until the controls are properly repaired. Sudden or unexpected movement or dropping of the loader and attachment could result in serious injury.

Make sure all air is purged from the hydraulic system before using the loader. Air in the system can cause the loader to respond sluggishly or with unexpected movement. The air can be purged from the cylinder lines by fully cycling the cylinders several times from the fully closed to fully open position. Sudden or unexpected movement or dropping of the loader and attachment could result in serious injury.

SAFETY

3109 01/11

Safety Section 1-11

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Contents 3109 To the Owner/Operator/Dealer Table of Contents Maintenance Section Safety Section General Safety Instructions and Practices Safety3109 01/11 Safety Section Operator Safety Instructions and Practices Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices SG-36 Safety Safety 3109 01/11 Safety Section SL-33 SPU-2 Safety Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices Safety Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices Storage and Parking Safety Instructions and PracticesDecal Location QTY Level Description Model Name Loader Positions 3109 01/11 Safety Section Loader Safety Safety Safety Federal Laws and Regulations Introduction Section Introduction Introduction Introduction Before Operating this Machine Page Assembly and Connecting the Loader Section Assembly Instructions AssemblyAssembly Proper Ballasting and Wheel Spacing Dismounting Loader and Mounting Loader to Tractor Mounting Loader Dismounting LoaderAsm-L-0169 Installing Bucket Level IndicatorAttaching Pin on Bucket Assembling Quick Attach Device Installing Quick Attach Device When Connecting an Attachment to the Loader Quick Hitch Assembly Operation Section Operation Standard Equipment and Specifications Operator Requirements Operation Personal Protective Equipment PPE Tractor Requirements Rops and Seat BeltTractor Lighting and SMV Emblem Tractor Ballast Getting On and Off the TractorDismounting the Tractor Boarding the TractorStarting the Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection and Service Loader Pre-Operation Inspection and Service Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceMount Assembly OPS-L-0007B Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Front END Loader Front END Loader PRE-OPERATION Inspection Driving the Tractor and Loader Driving the Tractor and Loader Operating the Tractor and Loader Operation Operation SL-33 Operation Filling the Bucket Operating the LoaderOperation Carrying the Load Lifting the LoadDumping the Bucket Lowering the Bucket Operating with Float Control Loading from a Bank Operation Peeling and Scraping Loading LOW Trucks or Spreaders from a Pile Backfilling Operation Handling Large Heavy Objects Operating Bale Spear Loader Storage Transporting the Tractor and ImplementShutting Down the Implement Operation Transporting on Public Roadways Operation Hauling the Tractor and Implement Trouble Possible Cause Possible Remedy Troubleshooting GuideProblem Possible Cause Remedy Maintenance Section Maintenance 3109 01/11 Maintenance Section Lubrication Schedule Daily Maintenance Lift and Bucket Cylinder Disassembly Cylinder ServiceStorage Lift and Bucket Cylinder ReassemblyMaintenance Proper Torque for Fasteners Maintenance Maintenance Rhino To the OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER SOM-01/11 F-4293C Printed U.S.A