SPECIFICATIONS - SWITCH BLADE

This manual was carefully prepared by Alamo Industrial in an effort to aid the repair technisian in keeping the performance of this mower up to the high standards for which it was designed. Its purpose is to cover safety and to give recommendations for the proper repar, care and operation of the mower. The repair person will want to be totally familiar with this manual so that they will be better able to handle day to day service adjustments, maintenance and any necessary repairs.

For the purposes of product improvement, Alamo Industrial Company reserves the right to make changes in design, material or specifications without notice and without liability therefore.

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ASSEMBLY, REPAIRS OR TESTING:

The Switch Blade: The Switch Blade has an independent hydraulic system to operate the motor and the cylinder system. This system uses a tandem pump for hydraulic supply and its own independent oil reservoir. Use caution not to contaminate this system.

DO NOT

1.DO NOT short any wires across or allow them to be shorted out.

2.DO NOT attempt to jump across any wires or supply them with alternate power source.

3.DO NOT install higher rated fuses than are recommended by manufacturer.

4.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust a component that is not intended to be repaired, example sealed components as there are no serviceable components inside.

5.DO NOT let anyone attempt any testing or repairs unless they are an experienced and qualified technician. Technicians must have proper tools, gauges, meters etc. to perform proper diagnosis and/or repairs.

6.DO NOT perform any repairs with dirty tools or in dirty area. When working on hydraulic components keeping system clean and free of contamination is important.

7.DO NOT start or engage system if the oil level is not at the proper level or condition. Never start or run unit low or out of oil. If installing new pumpnever start engine unless pump & system has been filled with oil, starting a pump dry will damage it.

8.DO NOT install / add any oil unless you know it is the correct type and the container is clean. Make certain the oil is not contaminated with dirt or any liquid.

9.DO NOT Make repairs if it is going to be unsafe for you or the people around you, it is the repair persons responsibility to secure the tractor and the surrounding work area. Tractor should be disabled in a way that it cannot be started until the repair technician is ready to do so.

10.DO NOT use teflon tape or other pipe joint tape on fittings or hose connections. For pipe threads, use a pipe thread sealant compound suitable for hydraulic service on OD thread.

Switch Blade (JD-5105-5205-5225, 5325, 5425, 5525, Asy. Man) 05/05

© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.

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