Alamo 3109 manual Driving the Tractor and Loader

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OPERATION

OPERATION

Use extra care when turning or stopping. Allow for increased length and weight of added

loader. The loader adds five to six feet of length in front of the tractor and significant weight. Allow extra distance when stopping or turning. Do not allow loader or attachment to contact solid objects. (SL-07)

Safe tractor transport requires the operator possess a thorough knowledge of the model being operated and precautions to take while driving with an attached implement. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handle the weight of the implement and the tractor operating controls are set for safe transport. To ensure safety while driving the tractor with an attached implement, review the following. OPS-L- 0028

7.1 Driving the Tractor and Loader

Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the tractor and loader. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steering control. The tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent the operator from stopping quickly during an emergency. If the power steering or engine ceases operating, stop the tractor immediately as the tractor will be difficult to control.

Perform turns with the tractor and loader at slow speeds to determine how the tractor with an attached implements handles a turn. Determine the safe speed to maintain proper control of the tractor when making turns. When turning with an implement, the overall working length of the unit is increased. Allow additional clearance for the loader when turning.

To avoid overturns, drive the tractor with care and at safe speeds, especially when operating over rough ground, crossing ditches or slopes, and turning corners. Tractor rear wheel spacing should be increased when operating on inclines or rough ground to reduce the possibility of tipping.

Use extreme caution when operating on steep slopes. Keep the tractor in a low gear when going downhill. DO NOT coast or free-wheel downhill. OPS-L-0030

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Contents 3109 To the Owner/Operator/Dealer Table of Contents Maintenance Section Safety Section Safety General Safety Instructions and Practices3109 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 Storage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices Concluding 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 Assembly InstructionsAssembly Proper Ballasting and Wheel Spacing Dismounting Loader and Mounting Loader to Tractor Dismounting Loader Mounting LoaderInstalling Bucket Level Indicator Asm-L-0169Attaching 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 Rops and Seat Belt Tractor RequirementsTractor Lighting and SMV Emblem Getting On and Off the Tractor Tractor BallastBoarding the Tractor Dismounting the TractorStarting the Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection and Service Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Loader Pre-Operation Inspection and 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 Operating the Loader Filling the BucketOperation Lifting the Load Carrying 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 Transporting the Tractor and Implement Loader StorageShutting Down the Implement Operation Transporting on Public Roadways Operation Hauling the Tractor and Implement Troubleshooting Guide Trouble Possible Cause Possible RemedyProblem Possible Cause Remedy Maintenance Section Maintenance 3109 01/11 Maintenance Section Lubrication Schedule Daily Maintenance Cylinder Service Lift and Bucket Cylinder DisassemblyLift and Bucket Cylinder Reassembly StorageMaintenance Proper Torque for Fasteners Maintenance Maintenance Rhino To the OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER SOM-01/11 F-4293C Printed U.S.A