Servis-Rhino SE15-4A manual

©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SE10-4A SE15-4A Published 03/09 Part NO. 00777391C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon A ve. Gibson City , IL 60936 800-446-5158 Email: parts@servis-rhino.com FLEX-WING MECHANICAL LEVEL LIFT ROT AR Y MOWER This Opera tor's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintaine[...]

T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving p arts are potentially hazardou s. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who reco gnizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its sa fety equi pment properly att ached to minimize [...]

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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ............................. .................................... ......................... 1-1 General Safety Instructions and P ractices .... ................... ................. ................ ................ .............. ............ ........ 1-2 Operator Safety Instructions and Practices ..... ....... .[...]

PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVI CE ............... ................ ............................................................ .4 - 1 8 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service ..... ... ....... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ....... ... ... .... ... . ............... ... 4-19 Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/[...]

Safety Section 1-1 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY SECTION[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Safety Section 1-2 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY General Safety Instruct ions and Practices A careful operator is the best opera tor . Safe ty is of primary import ance to the manu facturer and should be to the owner/operator . Most accidents ca n be avoided by being aware of your eq uipment, your sur roundings, and [...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Safety Sectio n 1-3 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Operator Safety Instr uctions and Practices Engine Exhaust, some of its constitue nts, a nd cert ain vehicle compone nts cont ain or emit chemicals known to the st ate of California to cause cancer and birth defects or oth er reproductive harm. (S G- 30 ) Battery pos[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Safety Section 1-4 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MA Y CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS! T ractors with or without an Implement attached can often be n oisy enough to cause permanent he aring loss. We recommen d that you always wear hearing protection if the noise in the Operator’s posit[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Safety Sectio n 1-5 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Use extreme caution when getting onto the Impl eme nt to perform r ep airs, maintenance and when removing accu mulated material. Only st and on solid flat surfaces to ensure good footing. Use a lad der or raised st and to access high spots which ca nnot be reached fr[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Safety Section 1-6 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety In structions and Practices Do not operate the implem ent while wearing loos e fitting clothing. Ent anglement of the clothing with the rot ating elements can result in seriou s injury or even death. S t ay clear of all rotating element s at [...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Safety Sectio n 1-7 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY BEFORE leaving the tractor seat, a lways engage the p arking brake and/ or set the tractor transmission in pa rking gear , disenga ge the PTO, stop the engine, remove the key , and wait for all moving par ts to stop. Place the tractor shift lever into a low range or [...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Safety Section 1-8 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Never run the T racto r engine in a closed build ing or without adequate ven tilation. The exhaust fumes can be hazardou s to your health. (SG-23) Do not exceed the rated PT O speed for the Im plement. Excessive PT O speeds can cause Implement driveline or blade failur[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Safety Sectio n 1-9 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY The rot ating part s of this machine have been desig ned and tested for rugged use. However , the blades could fail upon impact with h eavy , solid objects such as met al guard rails and concrete structures. Such im pact could cause the bro ken objects to be thro wn [...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-10 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of equipment and grass fires while operating, servicing, and rep airing the Mower and T ractor: -Equip the T ractor with a fire exti nguisher in an accesible location. -Do Not oper ate the Mower on a T ractor with an und er[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-11 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Rotary Mowers are capa ble under adverse conditions of throwing objects for great dist ances (300 feet or more) an d causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messag es carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 100 Y ARDS UNLESS: -Front and Rear Deflecto[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-12 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Connecting or Disconnecting Im plement Safety Instructions and Practices DO NOT use a PTO ada pter to attach a non-matching Im plement driveline to a T ractor PTO. Use of an a dapter can double the ope rating speed of the Implemen t resulting in excessive vibration,[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-13 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Instructions and Practices Be particularly ca reful when transporting the Im ple ment with the T ractor . Tur n curves or go up hills only at a low speed and using a grad ual steering angle. Rear mounted implements move the center of gravity to [...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-14 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY T ransport only at speeds where you can maintain con trol of the equipment. Seriou s accidents and injuries can result from o perating this equipment at high speeds. Underst and the T ractor and Implem ent and how it handles before transporting on stree ts and highw[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-15 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Safet y Instructions and Practices Secure the Implement for tr ansport before traveling on public ro ads. For pull-type Implement s, secure the ce nter axle using cylind er stop s or transport pi n and p roperly att ach a safety chain between[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-16 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Do not modify or alter this Implement. Do not permit anyo ne to modify or alter this Implement, any of its compon ents or any Impl ement func tion. (SG-8) Never work under the Implement, the fra mework, or any lifted component unless the Implement is securely suppor[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-17 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY S torage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices Concluding Safety Instr uctions and Practices Replace bent or b roken blades with new blades. NEVER A TTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN, WELD, OR WELD HARDF ACING ON BLAD ES SINCE THIS WILL LIKEL Y CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE [...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-18 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to pr omote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reco nditioning. Rhin o cares about the safety of its customers, op erators, and bystanders, and will replace the [...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-19 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 00761763 2 NAME SE 15-4A 2. D303 3 L. NAME Rhino Logo 3. 00769737 2 DANGER Thrown Object s 4. 00753840 2 DANGER Wing Lowering Safety 5. D137 2 INSTRUCT CCW Blade Rotation 6. D138 1 INSTRUCT CW Blade Rotation 7. 00760657 1 IMPOR[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-20 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Description P/N 00761763 LOGO MODEL NAME: SE 15-4 A P/N D303 Logo Produc t Name: R hino DANGER! Keep Away Thrown Objects. Inspect the area before m owing for pote ntial mower hazards. Remove or avoid all foreign objects such as wire, cable, met al objects, and[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-21 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DANGER! S tay clear when lowering or raising wings. P/N 00753840 Blade Rotation Counter Clockwise. P/N D137 Blade Rotation Clockwise. P/N D138 For safety and to guarantee optimum product reliability always u se genuine RHINO replaceme nt parts. P/N 00760657[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-22 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY W ARNING! Avoid Bodily Injury , Use 540RPM PTO S peed On ly . P/N D103 PELIGRO! S p anish T ranslati on for Driveline Safety P/N 00773723 Peligro T ranslation, If yo u do not know how to read English, please find someone who knows how to read English. P/N 00725746[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-23 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY W ARNING! Failure to use and maintain shields and deflectors in good condition may lead to injury or death from ent anglement with rot ating pa rts, being hit by object s thrown with great force by blades, or by contact. Always replace guards which have been removed[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-24 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P/N 007491 17[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-25 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DANGER! Make certain that drivelines are correct length and are se curely attach ed. P/N 00756494 DANGER! Guard Missing, Do Not Oper ate. If you see this decal, Do No t Operate the mower until the shield has been repl a ce d. P/N 00756004 W ARNING! Ne ver use your h[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-26 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Logo Product Name: Rhino P/N D302 Operator's Manu al (with repair p arts) and warra nty was attached to this implement during final inspection. P/N 00763977 Attention! Do not operate u n til all slip clutches are properly adjust an d are not frozen. P/N 0076361[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-27 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Red Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visible. P/N 1458392 Amber Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visible. P/N 1458393 DANGER! Keep everyone clear when lifting, folding, and working und er raised component s. Block securely before wo rking under mower . Ins[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-28 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Read Operato r ’s Manua l! The operator’s manual is located inside this canister . If the manual is missing order one from you r dealer . P/N 00776031 Slow Moving V ehicle Decal. Keep SMV reflector clean and visible. DO NOT transpo rt or operate without the SM V[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-29 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY W ARNING! Explosion Hazard - Release all air pressure in tire befo re loosening bolts. P/N 1006348 W ARNING! Jack - Maximum Capacity 1,800 lbs. Side Load 550 lbs. P/N D518[...]

SAFETY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03 /0 9 Safety Section 1-30 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intend ed to explain in br oad terms the co ncept and effect of federal la ws and regulations concerning employe r and employee equipme nt operat ors. This section is not intend ed as a legal interpretation of the law an [...]

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Introduction Section 2-1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION SECTION[...]

INTRODUCTION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Rotary Cutter is desi gned with care and built with quality materi als by skilled workers. Proper assembly , maintenance, and ope rating practices, as described in this manual, will help t he owner/operator get years of satisfactory service from t[...]

INTRODUCTION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Introduction Section 2-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Y our Mower is designed primarily for weed and grass control, shredding row crop s such as cotton and corn stalks, and cutting small br ush up to 2" in diameter . Wi th proper maintenance as de scribed in this manual, your Mower will provide you w[...]

INTRODUCTION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Introduction Section 2-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Attention Owner/Operator BEFORE OPERA TING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator’s Manual, completely understand the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implement. 2. Fill out the Warranty C[...]

Assembly Section 3-1 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y SECTION[...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Asse m bly Section 3- 2 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y DEALER SET -UP INSTRUCTIONS Set up mower as received from factory with these instru ctions. Refer to complete Check List when set up is finished. Select a suitable working area. Open pa rts box and lay out parts to make loca tion easy . Refer to Part s List [...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Asse m bly Section 3- 3 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y 3. Install T ongue (#1) pivot tubes into clevis type openi ngs at front of Center Section. Insert Pivot Pin (#2) through out side clevis flat, pivot tube, and then inside cle v is flat. Rot ate head of pin so th at the hole on the head of the pin lines up wi[...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Asse m bly Section 3- 4 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y 5. Install Main Driveline. Atta ch Dr iveline Y oke to Mower Divider Gearbox . Tighten Clamping Cone Y oke to 75 lb-ft to rque. 6. Attach Slip Clutch end of Wing Driveline to shaft on Divider Gearbo x. Insert clamp bolts o r clamping cone depending on drivel[...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Asse m bly Section 3- 5 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y DRIVELINE CLAMP CONE YOKE OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Loosen the yoke cla mp cone with a 1 1/16” (17mm) wrench and remove the cone fro m yoke. Slide yoke onto the shaft and alig n hole for clamping co ne with annular groove of ge arbox shaft. Reinsta ll cone a[...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Asse m bly Section 3- 6 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y 10. Install T r ansports Bars o n lower Cylinder Pin and ret a in using cotter pin. Insta ll Tr ansport Bar over pin welded to wing frame to store when not in use. 1 1. Check oil levels in all boxes. Add lube if required.[...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Asse m bly Section 3- 7 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y TIRES AND WHEELS Before installing any tires and whee ls make certain the Cutter is ja cked up high enoug h and is securely supported. When installing lami nated or airplane tires, be sure the flat side of the lug nut is against the wheel. There are only thr[...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Asse m bly Section 3- 8 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y Lubricate the PT O drivelines and wheel hu bs according to the lu bricatio n informa tion found in the Mainte nance Section. Mower is now assembled and ready for pre-delivery checks.[...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Asse m bly Section 3- 9 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y FRONT AND REAR DEFLECT ORS ( S t a ndard Equipment ) CHAINGUARDS (OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT) Front and Rear ru bber-fabric Deflectors are S tandard Equipme nt and Front and Rear Chain Guards are optional. One typ e of guard must be installed (a nd maintained in goo[...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Assembly Section 3-10 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y FRONT AND REAR DEFLECT ORS ( S t a ndard Equipment ) CHAINGUARDS (OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT) CHAIN GUARDS: Front and Rear Chain Guar ds (Optional Eq uipment) are recom mended for higher than normal usage (100 hou rs or more per year) and will provide prot ection from[...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Assembly Section 3-11 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y HYDRAULIC THREE-SP OOL V A L VE ACCESSOR Y (EXTRA EQUIPMENT) An open or closed center 3-spool valve is available as extra equipment. (FIGURE Asm-R- 0180) 1. If a hydraulic three- spool valve is used the valve must be matched to the tractors hydraulic system (o[...]

ASSEMBLY SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/0 9 Assembly Section 3-12 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y WINCH AND ST AND ACCESSOR Y Install Mounting Bracket (1) onto lef t rear side of Center Section. Inst all 5/8" x 1-1/2" bolts and locknut s thro ugh holes in frame to reta in bracket. FIGURE Asm-R-0181. Holes must be dr illed through Deck.[...]

Operation Sec tio n 4- 1 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION SECTION[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15- 4A 03/09 Operation Section 4-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION RHINO SE10-4A/15-4A ROT AR Y MOWER OPERA TION INSTRUCTIONS Rhino SE10-4A/15-4A rotary mowers are manufact ured with quality material by skilled workers. These mowers are designed to cut grass, weeds, small b rush and oth er veget ative materia l up to 2” di[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15- 4A 03/09 Operation Section 4-3 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 1. S t andard Equipment and Specifications SE15-4A SE10-4A Horsepower Required 50 HP 40 HP Cutting Capacity (Max.) 2” 2” Cutting Height 1”-15” 1”-15” Safety Def lector S t d. S t d. Cutting Width 180” 126” Overall Length 176” 176” Weight [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15- 4A 03/09 Operation Section 4-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2. OPERA TOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualifi ed operator . A qualified operator ha s read and understands th e implement and tractor Operator’s Ma nuals and is experience d in implement and tractor operation and al[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15- 4A 03/09 Operation Section 4-5 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3. TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS The tractor used to operate the mower must ha ve the power capacity to lif t, pull, and operate the Power T ake Off (PT O) at the mower ’s rated speed while traveling at a ground speed between 2 a nd 5 MPH. Operating the mower with[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15- 4A 03/09 Operation Section 4-6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.3 T r actor Horsepower The horsepower re quired to operate the mower dep ends on several op erating fa ctors includ ing the vege tation to be cut, terrain condition, operator experience, condition of the m ower and tractor , and others. For most mowing cond[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15- 4A 03/09 Operation Section 4-7 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3.5 Drawbar The tractor drawbar must be positioned at a cert ai n length based on th e operating speed of the mower for proper drive line operation . If the mower is a 540 RPM un it, position th e drawbar leng th from shaft end to hitch hole at 14”. For 10[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15- 4A 03/09 Operation Section 4-8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION DO NOT use a PTO adapter to att ach a non-matching Implement dr iveline to a T ractor PTO. Use of an a dapter can double the ope rating speed of the Implemen t resulting in excessive vibration, thrown objects, and bl ade and implement failure. Adapter use wil[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15- 4A 03/09 Operation Section 4-9 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 4.1 Boarding the T ractor Use both hands and equippe d handrails and steps for supp ort when boarding th e tractor . Neve r use control levers for support wh en mounting the tractor . Seat your self in the operator’s seat and secure the seat belt around yo[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 5. ST ARTING THE TRACTOR The operat or must have a co mplete und erstanding of the p lacement, fun ction, and op erational us e of all tractor cont rols before starting th e tractor . Review the tractor operator’s manual and consult an authorized dealer fo[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 11 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.1 Connecting the Mowe r T ongue to the T ractor 1. Ensure the tractor is equipped with the correct PT O shaft and the dr awbar is set at the correct length. 2. Using the p arking jack, position the tongue clevis to the height of the trac tor drawbar . Adj[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.2 Connecting Mower Hydrau lic Lines to the T ractor With the tract or shut down a nd secured in position, re li eve hydrau lic pressure from the tractor by moving the control levers back an d forth several times or placing the levers in the float position.[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 13 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Hydraulic Line Support After connecting the mowe r hydraulic lines to the tractor , support the hoses with the equipped bra ckets. Ensure that hoses do not cont act the driveline, do not bind while tu rning, and do not become pinched or kinked. Hydraulic Cy[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 14 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION between rods and adjust at equal lengths to m aintain equal tension. Improp er adjustments may cause rods to snap or bend. 5. Level the mower side to sid e by manipulating one lower lift arm length. On most tractors, at least one of the lift arms is designed[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 15 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Driveline Length Ch eck When fitting the mower to the tractor , the telescoping dr iveline must be inspected to ensure that at its most compressed position, the profiles do not “bottom out”, and whe n at its farthest extended position, there is sufficie[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 16 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Note: If tractor has 540 RPM PTO adjusting drawbar to 16’ position will gain additional 2” of telescoping. “Bottoming Out” Check Procedure • Disconnect driveline from the tractor and slide the profiles together u ntil fully comp ressed. • Place a[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 17 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8.1 Constant V elocity (CV) Driveline Mowers are equip ped with a Const ant V elocity (CV) dr iveline, the maximum turn ing angle between the tractor and mower must be determined to ensure the jo int angle does not over-extend which can cause CV joint damag[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 18 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The Constant V elocity PTO driveline is HEA VY (70 lbs or gr eater) and S pecial Lifting Procedures are recommend ed. Use lifting assist ance such as mechan ical assistance, two people, and proper lifting tech niques when connecting or inst alling the drives[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 19 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.1 T racto r Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Refer to the tr actor operator ’s ma nual to ensure a complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled service is performed accordi ng to the manufacturers recommenda tions. The following are some of the items[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 20 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION • Ensure the mower hitch is secu rely attached to the tractor drawb ar with a pr op e r size bo lt an d secured nut. • Ensure that a properly rated safety to w chain is equipped securing th e mower to the tractor . • Check that the main driveline is se[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 21 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION • Ensure the tractor PT O master shield is in place, lowered and in go od condition. • Ensure each mower slip clutch shield is secured in place and in good condition. • Ensure the driveline slip clutche s are properly adjusted and the friction plates [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 22 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION • Ensure each hydraulic cylinder is inst alled and retained co rr ectly . Ensure the pr oper size p ins are used to ret ain the cylinders in place and are secured with pins. • Check for hydraulic oil leaks on the cylin ders, along the hydra ulic lines, a[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 23 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.3 Cutting Component Inspection Inspect blade p an and blade assembly for the following: OPS-U-0031_A Check Carrier tightness to output shaft - T orque to 450 ft.-l bs. as required. Check Blade Bolt daily - T orque to 300 f t. -lbs. as required. Inspect th[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 24 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.4 Blade Bolt Inspection Inspect Blade Bolt Head da ily for wear as followed: Inspect the Blade Bolt Heads d aily for abn ormal wear . REPLACE BOTH BLADE BOL TS on the Blades IMMEDIA TEL Y if either blade bolt s has: • Visible cracks or • If the reces s[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 25 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Rotary Mower PRE-OPERA TION Inspection Mower ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Shift ____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 26 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION T ractor PRE-OPERA TION Inspection T ractor ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Shift ____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engine is off, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 27 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 10. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport requ ires the operator possess a thorough knowledge of th e model being operated and precautions to t ake while driving with an att ached implem ent. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handle [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 28 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.1 St arting the T ractor The procedure to st art the tractor is model specific. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for st arting procedures for your p articular tractor . Consult an authorized dealer if the st arting procedure is unclear . Ensure th[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 29 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 10.4 T ransport Position T o raise mower wings, drive the unit to a level area and retrac t the wing hy draulic cylinde rs. DO NOT raise wings with the mo wer positioned on an embankment or other inclined position to prevent overturning the mower . After th[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 30 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.6 Driving the T ractor and Cutter S tart of f driving at a slow speed and gradually in crease your speed while maint aining complete control of the tractor and mower . Moving slowly at first will also pr event the tractor from rear ing up and loss of stee[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 31 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 10.7 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines When crossing ditches with steep banks or going up sharp inclines, it is possib le that the main driveline inner profile will penetrate in to the outer housing to it s maximum depth until the assembly beco mes solid [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 32 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Inclines and ditches should be app roached along a line which is at an an gle as shown. This type of path will reduce the possib ility of over-collapse of the driveline and re sulting damag e. If the gradient is so steep that such an approach increase s the [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 33 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become ent angled in the operating p arts of the m ower head. These items could th en swing outside the hou sing at greater velocities than the blad es. Such a situation is extremely hazard ous [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 34 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Rotary Mowers are capa ble under adverse conditions of throwing objects for great dist ances (300 feet or more) an d causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messag es carefully . STOP MOWING IF P ASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 100 Y ARDS UNLESS: -Front and Rear [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 35 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 1 1.4 PTO RPM and Ground S peed Ground speed for mowing will depend upon the height, type , and density of vege tation to be cut. Recommended speed for ef ficient mower performance is between 2 and 5 mph(3- 8 kph) . Operate th e mower at its full rated PTO [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 36 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Do not mow with two machines in the same ar ea except with Cab tractors with the wind ows closed. (SGM-1 1) Mow only in conditions where y ou have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting. Never mow in darkness o r foggy cond itions [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 37 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION S tay alert and watch for tre es, low hanging limbs, power lines, and other overhead obstacles and solid ground object s while you are opera ting. Use care to avoid hitting these items . OPS-R-0028 When mowing across une ven areas such as road shoulde rs, d[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 38 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.6 Shutting Down the Implement T o shut down attached mower head, first bring th e tractor to a complete s t op. Decrease engine RPM to idle then dise ngage cutterhe ad. Th e mower head will come to a complete stop within a suitable amount of time. Do not[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 39 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Never unhitch without using the T ongue Jack. The T ongue is very heavy . Attempting to lif t the T ongue without using the T ongue Jack could ca use strains or other injury . Allowing the tongue to fall sudden ly and unexpectedly coul d result in crushi ng[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 40 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 13. MOWER STORAGE It is recommended that the mower be stored with the c enter section and both wings fully lowered to g round level. If the mower is stored with the wings in the raised position, select a level area and inst all wing transport braces to preve[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 41 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Before transporting th e tractor and mower , idle the tractor engine, d isengage the PTO and wait for all mower moving parts to come to a complete stop. Once all mower part s are completely stopped, raise the mower to transport heig ht. NOTE: When raising t[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 42 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 14.1 Tire and Wheels Laminated Sectional T ires are designed for conditions where p uncture proof performance is req uired and the mower will not be transporte d for long distances on roadways. Tran sport speed for laminated tires should not exceed 20 MPH. E[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 43 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION The SMV (Slow-Moving V ehicle) emblem is universal symbol used to aler t drivers of the presence of equipm ent traveling on roadways at a slow speed. SMV signs are a triangular br ight orange with r eflective r ed trim f or both ea sy day an d night visibil[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 44 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Reduce speed before tur ning or ap plying th e brake s. Ensure that both brake pedals ar e locked together when operating on public roads. OPS-U - 0023 14.3 Hauling the T ractor and Implement Before transporting a loade d tractor and implement, measure the h[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 45 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Arrange the cha ins so that when tightene d, the chains are pulling downward and against themselves. Ca refully tighten the securing ch ains or other fasteners using boomers or binders to apply maximum tension. Use extreme care when attaching and re moving [...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 46 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 15. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Remedy Excessive Vi bration Check gearb ox bolts. T ighten if loose. Check for loose nut s on Tighten if loose. bladeholder and blades. Check for bent o utput shaft. If Replace shaft if bent. shaft is bent, oi[...]

OPERATION SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Operation Section 4- 47 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Bent Shaft. Replace Oil Seal and Shaf t. Oil Seal Race rough. Replace Shaft or repair Race. Oil Seal inst alled wrong. Replace Seal. Oil Seal not sealing in the hou sing. Replace Seal or use a sealant on O.D. of Seal. Oil level too high. Drain oil to proper[...]

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MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5- 2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Before operating your Rot ary Mower , make sure it is properly lubricated and thoro ughly inspected. Only a minimum of time and effort is req uired to regularl y lubr icate and maint ain this machine to provide lon g life and trouble free oper ation. Alw[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5- 3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5- 4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE WHEEL HUB ASSEMBL Y The Wheel Hub Assemblies need to be lubricate d on a weekly basis. FIGURE Mnt P-R -0032. T ongue The T ongue Hitch Pins att ach the T ongue to the Center Section and should be checked for signs of wear or cracking. Replace as need ed.[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5- 5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE WING GEARBOX The gearboxes should not re quire additional lubricant unless the box is cracked or a seal is leaking. It is recommended that the dip s tick be removed af ter every 8 to 10 hours of opera tion and oil added until it show s proper level on di[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5- 6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE DRIVELINES Many of the equipment compon ents are HEA VY (70 lbs or greater) an d S pecial Lifting Procedures are reco mmended. Use lifting assistance such as mechanica l assistance, two people, and proper lifting techniqu es when co nnecting or inst alli[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5- 7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE DRIVELINE CLAMP CONE YOKE OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Loosen the yoke clamp cone with a 1 1/16” (17mm) wrench and re move the c o ne from yoke. Slide yoke onto the shaf t and align hole for clamping con e with annular groove of ge ar box sha f t. Reinsta l[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5- 8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE CA T IV WING DRIVELINE SHIELDS T o remove the main inner driveline shield, Remove the locking scre ws. Align the bearing t abs with the cone pockets. FIGURE Mnt-0026. Remove the half-guar d an d remove the bearing ring. FIGURE Mnt-R-0012. Inspect the dri[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5- 9 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SER VICING Inspect blades before each use to determine that they are prope rly installed and in good cond ition. Replace any blade that is bent, excessively nicke d, worn, or has any other damage. Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening. Use [...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE NOTE: Replace Blades in pairs af ter no more than 1/2” notch wea r! BLADE REMOV AL T o remove blades for sharpenin g or replacement, remove the co ver plate on deck of cutter near gear box. Remov e lock nut f rom blade bolt. NOTE: Inspect lock nut af t[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-11 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE CARRIER REMOV AL LESS HUB Remove 4 bolts (#13). Use Caution as these bolt s hold carrier asse mbly onto hub and when re moved will allow carrier as sembly to fall. NOTE: Before any further disassembly accurately mark position of rotor bars (#9 &[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE CARRIER HUB INST ALLA TION Clean the spines on both the blade carrier and output shaft. p osition carrier on the gea r box output shaft and insta ll flat washer and 1" hex n ut. T ighten nut holding blade carrier to minimum 400 ft. pou nds, st[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-13 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE WING SLIP CLUTCH (CA T IV) There are two friction lining plates in this slip clutch. Th e correct a djustment procedure is to tighte n M10 bolts until spring is fla t against pres sure plate and there is no ga p. Loosen each bolt two revolution s for cor[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-14 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE MOWER ST ORAGE Y our rot ary cutter represent s an investment from which yo u should ge t the g reatest possible bene fit. Therefor e, when the season is over , the cutter should be thoroughly checked and prep ared for storage so that a minimum amount of[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-15 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX SER VICING TOOLS NEEDED FOR DISASSEMBL Y AND ASSEMBL Y OF GEARBOX 1. Bearing Driver 2. Gasket Sealant 3. Impact W rench 4. Chisel 3/16” Wide Blade 5. Sledge Hammer 6. Ball Pin Hammer 7. Socket Wrench 8. Screw Driver 9. Punch-Lo ng Drift 10. 14m[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-16 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE An assembled gearbox is quite heavy . Use a hoist or get help to handle the m safely . Lift carefully and properly usin g your legs to lift - not you r back. NOTICE: Refer to operator’s manual for instructions for pr oper re-assembly onto the mower dec[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-17 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE RIGHT ANGLE GEARBOX (OUTBOAR D) ASSEMBL Y & DISASSEMBL Y PROCEDURES INPUT SHAFT REMOV AL Ste p I. Place Gearbox on appropr iate work surface. Ste p II . Remove V ent Plug (item #32) Step III. T urn Gearbox upside down allowing Oil to drain from gear [...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-18 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Output Shaf t Removal Ste p I. Remove Cot ter Pin (item # 26) from Nut (item # 25) an d Output Shaft (item # 22) th is can be done by reaching through opening in fron t of Main Housing. NOTE: Nu t is installed with Loctite and may req uire heatin g to re[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-19 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE STEP IV Slide Output Gear (item # 24) down ov er Output Shaft till it sits against upper Bearing Cone . NOTE!: Place one shim (item # 7) betwee n ge ar (i te m # 24 ) an d top be ar ing. STEP V Install Output Shaft Bearing Adjusting nu t (item # 25 ) T i[...]

MAINTENANCE SE10-4A/SE15-4A 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-20 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE STEP V Insert Input Shaft with all components down into Main Housing till Inner Bearing Cone is seated into Inner Bearing Cup. Rot ate output shaf t back & forth slightly to determine app rox. gear back lash. If backlash se ems large, it will be nece[...]

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RHINO LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRANTIES 1.01. Servis-Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or municipal purc haser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial pur chaser (“Purchaser”) that the goods purch ased are free from defects in ma[...]

TO THE OWNER/OPERA TOR/DEALER In addition to the standard Lim ited W arranty shown on the facing page, Rhino also provides: A FIVE-YEAR (60 months ) LIMITED WARRANTY* on GEARBOX component s provided they have been properly maint ained† and have not been subjected to abuse or mis-use except as limited below . * W ARRANTY LIMIT A TIONS - GEARBOX A)[...]

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