OPERATION

OPERATION

Rotary Mower PRE-OPERATION Inspection

Mower ID#________________

Make

____________________

Date:

________________

Shift

____________________

Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged. Make sure the mower is resting on the ground or securely blocked up and all hydraulic pressure has been relieved.

Item

Condition at

Specific Comments if

Start of Shift

not O.K.

 

The Operator’s Manual is in the canister on the mower

All safety decals are in place and legible

The tongue/hitch connection bolts & pins are tight

There are no cracks in tongue or hitch

The tow chain is secured to the tractor & mower

The hydraulic cylinders pins are tight

There are no leaking or damaged hoses

The mower deck is clear of cut grass and debris

Chain guards/deflectors are in place & in good condition

Driveline/gearbox shields are in good condition

Driveline clutches are in good condition; not frozen

Driveline telescoping members & U-joints are lubricated

Driveline yokes are securely attached to PTO & mower

Gearbox mounting bolts are tight

Gearbox oil is at the proper level

Blade carrier retaining nut is tight

Blades are not chipped, cracked or bent

Blade bolts are tight

Wheel lug nuts are tight

Transport locks are in good condition

Operator’s Signature:

DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or MOWER

SM72 02/10

Operation Section 4-20

© 2010 Alamo Group Inc.

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Alamo SM72 manual Rotary Mower PRE-OPERATION Inspection