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©2009 Alamo Group Inc. $0.00 Published 03/09 Part No. 02981992C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL ALAMO INDUSTRIAL ® 1502 E. W alnut Seguin, T exas 78155 830-372-3551 Email: parts@alamo-industrial.com BOOM ARM MOWER This Opera tor's Manual is an integr al part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all times.
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 re co gnizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
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Alamo Industrial is a Registered T rademark of Alamo Group Inc. T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ........ ................................................. .......................................... ........... 1- 1 General Safety Instructions and Practi ces .
Alamo Industrial is a Registered T rademark of Alamo Group Inc. OPERATING THE BOOM UNIT AND A TTACHED HEAD ...... ................................. ......... 3-41 Foreign Debris Hazards/Ov erhead Obstructions ............ ................. ...........
Safety Section 1-1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SECTION.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-2 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY General Safety Instruct ions and Practices A careful operator is the best opera tor . Safety is of primary import ance to the manufa cturer and should be to the owner/operator .
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-3 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Operator Safety Instr uctions and Practices Engine Exhaust, some of its constitue nts, a nd certa in vehicle component s contain or emit chemicals known to the st ate of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-4 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY KEEP A W A Y FROM ROT A TING ELEMEN TS to prevent entanglement and possible serious injury or death. (SG-24) Never allow children to play on or around T ractor or Implement. Children can slip or fa ll of f the Equipment and be inju red or killed.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-5 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Connecting & Disconnecting Implem ent Safety Instructi ons & Practices The rotat ing parts of t his machine continue to r otate even afte r the Tracto r has been turned of f.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-6 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety In structions and Practices Never leave the T ractor and Implement unattended while th e Implement is in the lifted position.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-7 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Do not back up this impleme nt when the boom or mower head is e xtended. Backing could damage the machine or its components.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-8 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Fl a il M owers are capa bl e un d er a d verse con diti ons o f th row i ngo bj ec t s for great dist ances (100 yards or more) an d causing seriousinjury o r death. Follow safety messages carefully .
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-9 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Do not mount or di smount the T ractor while the tractor is moving. Mo unt the T ractor only when the T ractor and all moving part s are completely stopped. (SG-12) S tart tractor only when properly seate d in the Tractor seat.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-10 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Do Not operate this eq uipmen t in areas wher e in se ct s such as bees may attack you and/or cause you to lose contro l of the equipm ent. If you must enter in such areas, use a tractor with an enclosed Cab and close the windows to pr event insect s from entering.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-11 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY M ow at t h e spee d t h at you can sa f e l y operate an d contro l t h e tractor an d mower . Th e correct mowing spee d depends on terrain cond itio n and grass type, density , and height of cut.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-12 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Saf ety Instructions and Practices Do not let the Blad es turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any reason, including clearan ce or for turning.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-13 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DO NOT allow any person under a raised boom or mower head unless it is securely locked up or supported. DO NOT approach the Implement unless the T ractor is turned off and all motion has ceased.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-14 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Inst ructions and Practices Perform service, rep airs and lubrication accord ing to the maintenance section. Ensure the unit is properly lubr icated as specified in the lubrication schedule and all bolts and nut s are properly torq ued.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-15 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Secure the boo m and mower head in the tr anspo rt position before traveling o n public roads. Never transport on public roads with t he boom and mower hea d extended. Always disengage and lock out the hydraulic controls for the boom mowe r before transportin g.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-16 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Concluding Safety In structions and Practices T ransport only at speeds where you can maint ain control of the equipment. Seriou s accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at high speeds.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-17 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Alamo Industrial supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-18 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION - - - T racto r Deca ls 1. D377 1 MUL TI Multi- Hazard Boom Safety Book 2. 0320034 7 1 REFLCTR SMV ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION -- - T ank Decals 1.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-19 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . LEVEL DESCRIPTION 02981782 1 - 60” Rot ary 1. 00757139 2 LOGO Logo, Alamo By T errain King 2. 00757140 1 LOGO Alamo Industrial Logo 3. 00769736 1 W ARNING Use /Repair Guards 4.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-20 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION 02980202 - 50” X Frame Square Head Assy 1. 00769736 1 WARNING Use/Rep air Shield & Guards 2. 00769737 2 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thrown Object s 3.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-21 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION - - - Flail Head (Flail-Axe) 1. 002369 1 DANGER Multi- Haza rd, Flail 2. 02965141 1 DANGER Boom Flails 3. 02967668 2 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thrown Object s 4.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-22 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION - - - Fla il Head (FML-100H) 1. 002369 1 DANGER Flail Multi Hazard 2. 02967668 1 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thrown Obje cts 3. 02967867 1 DANGER Operation of Safety Shield 4.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-23 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION - - - Fla il Head 1. 002369 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard 2. 02967668 1 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thrown Object s 3. 02965141 1 DANGER Boom Flails 4. 00725739 1 WARNING Use/Re pair Shields & Guards 5.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-24 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . DESCRIPTION 02972149 1 TIMBER CA T 5’ 02972150 1 TIMBER CA T 7’ 1. 00757139 1 Decal - Alamo TK Logo 2. 02971931 1 Decal - T imber Cat 3. 00757140 1 Decal - Alamo L ogo 4.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-25 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . DESCRIPTION 1. 02967827 1 Danger - Multi Hazard 2. 00756059 1 W arning - Oil Leak 3. 00769736 1 W arning - Use/Repair Guards 4. 02925100 1 Import ant - Replacement Parts 5.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-26 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 00758194 1 W ARNING V -Belt Pinch 2. 00769736 1 WARNING Use/Rep air Shields 3. 00769737 1 DANGER Cutting Blades 4. 02925100 1 CAUTION Genuine Parts 5.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-27 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . DESCRIPTION 02981778 1 30’ Boom Assy 02981777 1 24’ Boom Assy 1. 02981987 1 Hose Conne ction, Maverick 2. 02981815 1 Name Logo, Maverick 3. 02981816 1 Logo, Maverick 4.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-28 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Description DANGER! - Multi Hazard - Failure to follow Safety Messages and Operating Instructions can cause serious bodily injury or even death to Operator and Others in area.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-29 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY INFORMA TIO N - T o pr event prem ature hydra ulic component failure, do not over speed the engine. When using the mower attachment, oper ate tractor at the engine speed wh ich will deliver 540 PTO RPM on T achometer .
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-30 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY INSTRUCT - Hos e an d co nn ec to r attachmen ts. P/N 02981986 INSTRUCT - Service hydr aulic system with proper oil.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-31 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Information that Grease Fitting is present and must apply grease. P/N 000678 Name LOG O - Alamo Industrial P/N 00757139 Name LOG O - Alamo Industrial P/N 00757140 W ARNING! Maintain shields and deflectors in good condition.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-32 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DANGER! Keep Away Thrown Object s. 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 all other foreign material.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-33 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY P/N 2738332 Red Reflectors P/N 2738333 Y ellow Reflectors NAME DECA L P/N 02970889 NAME LOGO - Boom-Axe P/N 02725100.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-34 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY NAME DECA L P/N 02970883 Name LOG O - Alamo Industrial P/N 02979551 W ARNING! - Cutting while Fl ail Head is raised off ground will allow high-speed Flail Blades to throw cuttings at high speed for a considerable dist ance.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-35 © 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 rotating pa rts. being hit by object s thrown with great force by blades, or by blade contact.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-36 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY W ARNIN G! Never use yo ur hand to ch eck for oil leaks. Always use paper or cardb oa rd . P/N 00756059 Operator's Manu al (with repair part s) and warranty was attached to this implement during final inspection.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-37 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY FML LOGO NA M E. P/N 02967592 100H LOGO NAME. P/N 02967595 NAME DECA L P/N 02970885 NAME DECA L P/N 02970896.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-38 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY NAME DECA L P/N 02970886 NAME LOGO P/N 02971931 DANGER! KEEP A WA Y! Sickle Blades are guarded only by remote location. Keep all persons away from cutting Blades to prevent amputa tion of contacted bo dy parts.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-39 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY W ARNING- Debris from rotor can cause prope rty damage and serious injury to byst anders. P/N 999204 W ARNING! Pinch Points P/N 02962764 DANGER! Guard Missing, Do Not Oper ate.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-40 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Blade Rotation Clockwise. P/N D138 W ARNIN G- Hearing Prot ection is require d when working within 100 yards of this machine.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-41 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY INSTRUCT - Do not locate hitch post in this area P/N 02975516 INSTRUCT - Pitch Adjust P/N 02975514 Red Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visible. P/N 1458392 Amber Reflector .
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-42 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY INSTRUCT - Hydraulic connection P/N 02981987 LOGO NAME MA VERICK P/N 02981815 LOGO NAME MA VERICK ALAMO INDUSTRIAL P/N 029818.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-43 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY LOGO NAME 30 MA VERICK P/N 02981818.
SAFETY MAVERICK 3/09 Sa fety Section 1-44 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intend ed to explain in broa d terms the conc ept and effect of federal laws an d regulations concerning emplo yer and employee equipment o perat ors.
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Introduction Section 2-1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION SECTION.
INTRODUCTION MAVERICK 3/09 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Boom Mower is design ed with care and built with quality material s 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 the machine.
INTRODUCTION MAVERICK 3/09 Introduction Section 2-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Y our Maverick Boom Mowe r is designed for heavy-duty cutti ng in limited access areas such as highwa y , park, and rural roadsides, overhea d growth, ditch es, levees, and other such gr ass and limb control u ses in gener ally hard-to-reach ar eas.
INTRODUCTION MAVERICK 3/09 Introduction Section 2-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Attention Owner/Operator BEFORE OPERA TING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator ’s Ma nual, completely underst and the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implement.
Operation Section 3-1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION SECTION.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Operation Section 3-2 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION ALAMO INDUSTRIAL MA VERICK BOOM MOWER OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Alamo Industrial MA VERICK Booms ar e manufactured with quality mat erial by skilled workers.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Operation Section 3-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS In addition to tractor horsepower an d size required to operate th e boom unit, the tractor must .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Operation Section 3-4 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION T ractor Requirements and Cap abilities • ASAE approved Roll-Ov er Protective S tructure (ROP S) or ROPS cab and seat belt. • Operator Protection ... ..............
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Operation Section 3-5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1.3 T ractor Lighting and SMV Emblem If the tractor will be operated near or traveled on a public roadway it must be equip ped with proper warning lighting and a Slow Moving V ehicle (SMV) emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of the unit.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Operation Section 3-6 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 2.GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACT OR Before getting onto the tractor , the operator must read and completely understand the imp lement and tractor operator manuals.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Operation Section 3-7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION BEFORE leaving the tractor se at, always engage the brake and/or set the tractor transmission in parking gear , disengag e the PTO, stop the engine, remove the key , a nd wait for all movin g parts to stop.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Operation Section 3-8 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 4.CONNECTING A TT ACHIN G HEADS TO THE BOOM 1 S tart by using a hoist to lower the bo om(1) down to the Machete head(2).
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Operation Section 3-9 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Do not operate this Equipment with hyd raulic oil or fuel leaking. Oil and fuel are explosive and thei r pr esence could present a ha zard.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-10 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 5.2 Boom Unit Pre-Operati on Inspection and Service Inspect and service the boom arm and head prior to oper ation. Damaged and/or broken p arts should be repaired and/or replaced immediately .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-11 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The operator ’s manual and safety signs affixed on the unit contain important instructions on the safe and proper use of the equipment.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-12 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION B OO M ARM A SS EMBL Y • Inspect condition of each arm se ction weldment • Ensure all pins ar e in pla ce . • Ensure all bolt s and screws are properly installed.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-13 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION HYDRAULIC PUMP/OIL RESERVOIR • Check oil reservoir level and oil condition. (Add specific type oil if low) • Change hydraulic oil filter and hydrauli c oil according to mainte nance schedule.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-14 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION ROT ARY HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blades and bl ade bo lts for looseness and excessive wear . R otate to 90° to make for checking easier . Re place damaged, worn, and missing blades as complete set s to maintain rot ary balanc e.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-15 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION FLAIL HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blades and bl ade bo lts for looseness and excessive wear . Rotate to 90° to make for checking easier . Replace damaged, worn, and missing blades as complete sets to maint ain cuttershaft balance .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-16 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION TIMBER CA T HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blade and bolt s for looseness and excessive wear . Make sure the unit is securely blocked up when crawling underneath or set on ground before doing maintena nce.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-17 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION DITCHER HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blades and bolt s on ditcher head assembly for loos en e ss and ex cessive wear . Make sure the u nit is securely blocked up before doing main tenan ce .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-18 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 5.3 C utting C omponent Inspection Inspect blade p an and blade assembly for the following: OPS-U-0031 Inspect the Blades daily for abnormal w ear .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-19 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 5.4 Blade Bolt Inspection Inspect Blade Bolt Head da ily for wear as followed: Inspect the Blade Bolt Heads d aily for abn ormal wear .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-20 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Boom Mower PRE-OP ERA TION Inspection Mower ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Sh.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-21 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION T ractor PRE-OPERA TION Inspection Mower ID# ________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Shift.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-22 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION In the event that electrical power fails and the “Joystick” will not repo sition the boom or cutting head, an emergency control has be en p rovided.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-23 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The electric al power can be “ ON” or “O FF” for th e emerge ncy contr ols to wor k.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-24 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.2 The Mower Head Circuit The Motor circuit used for the cutting operati on is operated through the Oper ator display ( fig 1 ).
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-25 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The XP2 , is a controller module that is mounted at the front of the tractor next to the Maverick control valve. The function of this component is to provide a gateway for incomin g and outgoing information.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-26 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.4 The Instrument ation Y our Maverick Boom utilizes instrume ntation for certain decision-making activities.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-27 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The valve pressure filter switch is located at the pressure filter in the valve pr essure circuit, between the closed center load sense pump and the control valve. The sensor monitors the b ack-pressure created by the filter elem ent when in use.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-28 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION • Key Escape or Back at any time to rev ert to the pr evious screen or rest art the Set-up menu at any time • Key F-1 to access th e Set-u p Menu • Key the corresponding F-key to esta blish the de sired boom speed.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-29 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION • Select F-1 to power the motor . This is best done when the en gine RPM is at idle. Do ing this at a high RPM will cause the system pressure to surge sending fluid over relief and caus ing excess heat to be introduced into the system.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-30 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.6 Swing The twisting motion of the Joysti ck, actuates the SWING cylinder . T wisting the Joystick Counterclockwis e admit s hydraulic fluid to the Butt End of the SWING cylinder , causing the boom to swing out to the right side of the tractor .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-31 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.7 Lif t The forward and back movement of the Joystick actuates the LIFT cylinder . Pulling the Joystick back, toward t he operator , causes the boom LIFT cylinder to lift the boom arm up.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-32 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.8 Dipper The Left and Right movement of the Joystick actuates the DIPPER cylinder . Pushing the Joystick lever to the RIGH T causes the boom DIPPER cylinder to LIFT the small boom UP .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-33 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.9 T elescoping Boom Using the trigger button in con j uction with the left an d right dipper mov ement ac tuates the T elescop ing Boom. Pressing the trigger button and pushing the Joystick le ver to the right causes the boom to telescope out.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-34 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.10 Tilt The two lower th umb bu ttons (Red Bu ttons) on the pa nel at the top of the joystick ac tivates the TIL T cylinder . Pressing the left button will cause the outer rim (farthest from the tractor) to move UP .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-35 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.1 1 Head Swivel The two upper buttons (Red Buttons) on the panel at the top of the jo ystick act uates the head swivel on the atta ched head. Pressing the left button swivels the head to the left.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-36 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.12 Door Using the trigger button in co njuction with the swivel buttons(Red Butt ons)on the joystick ac tuates the Aux iliary Cylinder on the attache d hea d.. Pressing the trigger button and pushing the left swivel button opens the door .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-37 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7 . DRIVING THE TRACT OR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport requires the operator to po ssess a thorough kn owledge of the model being operated and precautions to take while driving with an att ac hed implement.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-38 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION T ransport only at sp eeds where yo u can maintain control of the equipment.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-39 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.2 Brake and Differential Lock Setting Make sure th e tractor br akes are in goo d operating condition. T ractor brakes can be set to operate independently allowing single rear wheel braking action or locked together to provide simultaneous r ear wheel braking.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-40 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 7.3 Driving the T ractor and Boom S tart off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the tractor .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-41 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8.OPERA TING THE BOOM UNIT AND A TT ACHED HEAD THE OPERA TOR MUST COMPLETEL Y UNDERS T AND HOW TO OPERA TE THE TRACT OR AND MOWER AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO MOW .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-42 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8.1 Foreign Debris Hazards/Overhead Obstructions An area to be cut must first be inspected for objects that could be thrown or that could damage the machine. W a lk through the area looking for fence s, boulder , rocks, c ul ve rts , st um ps or me ta l o b jects.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-43 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION With engine at idle, engage cu tting head then slowly increase engine speed to operating (540 PTO) RPM. Approach veget ation at desired speed to cut material. When finished, slowly decrease engine speed to idle and shut down cutt ing head.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-44 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Rot ary Cutter • The Rotary Cutting He ad is rated to cut vegetatio n up to 5” in diameter . • Objects te nd to be thrown out from under the head in the direction of blad e rotation and toward the raised edge of the shroud.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-45 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Flail • The Flail Brush Cutter is rated to cut material up to 4” in diameter . • Setting cuttin g he igh t ra ng e s from 3/ 4” to 6”. Cutting height is set by adjusting the height of the roller assembly .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-46 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Ti m b er C a t • The T imber Cat Sickle Bar Limb Cutter is ra ted for material up to 4” in diameter . • The Timber Cat is operat ed attached t o the boom arm and is ideal for trimming popula ted areas where a sm oo th cut is req uir e d.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-47 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION M any var i e d o bj ec t s, suc h as w i re, ca bl e, rope, or c h a i ns, can b ecome en t ang l e d i n th e operating par ts of the mower head. These it ems could then swing outside the housing at greater velocities than the blades.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-48 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9. TRACTOR, BOOM, AND A TT ACHED HEAD STORAGE Properly preparing and storing the unit at the end of the se ason is critical to maintiang its appearance and to help ensure years of dep endable service.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-49 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Never allow children or other persons to ride on the T ractor or Implement.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-50 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Before transporting the tractor on a public roadway or boarding a trailer for transport, the tractor brake pedals should be locked together .
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-51 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Make sure that all tractor flashing warning lights, headlights, and brake/ta illight s are functioni ng properly before proceed ing onto public roads.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-52 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Reduce speed before tur ning or ap plying th e brake s. Ensure that both brake p edals are locked together when operating on public roads.
OPERATION MAVERICK 3/09 Oper ation Section 3-53 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Arrange the chains so that when tightened, the chains are pulling do wnward and ag ainst themselves. Ca refully tighten the securing chains or other fasteners using boom ers or binders to apply maximum tension.
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Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SECTION.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Lubrication Information Before operating your Maverick, take the time to inspe ct and repair any damage to th e machine or tractor .
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE MOWER HEAD: The S pindle Housing on the Maverick Mowe r head should be serviced daily (e very eight hours of opera tion) to achieve the best operati on and the longest life.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE ROT ARY HEAD: Position the head horizon tal and lower to the g round.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE T ANK FILL Check the sight gauge and add more hydraulic fluid (Mobil DTE 16M or an ISO A W 68 equivalent) to bring the level up between 1/2 to 3/4 on the gauge. See Figure MntP-B -0004 .
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Hardware Most nuts and bolt s will stay tight an d therefore need on ly periodic checking. However , the following nuts and bolts are extrem ely important and s hould receive special atten tion: S pindle Housing Bolts: T ighten to 400 Ft.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Proper T orque for Fasteners The chart lists the correct tightening torque for fasten er s.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Service of Spindle Ho using (FIGURE Mnt-0006) Remove blade bar or p an. Remove hydraulic motor . Remove spindle housing from unit. Drain remaining oil from housing.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-9 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE ASSEMBL Y Make sure all p arts are cle an and free of any cont amination Install Bearing Cu ps (3 & 4) into S pindle Housing (2) using a suit able bearing driver to seat the cup s.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE T urn the S pindle Housing Up side Down and insert the spi ndle (with the bear ing pressed onto it) into the sp indle housing until the bearing cone cont acts the cup in the Hous ing.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-11 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE S ta rt up Pr ocedure 1. Read all safety instructions. Deca ls on the Machete Boom warn you of pa rticular and mult iple hazards. Many decals are attache d close to part of the Machete Boom wh ere there is a possible hazard.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE T imber Cat Head Lubrication/Daily Checks (Figure Mnt-0 007) Lubricate the grease fittings on top of the blade ba r every 4 ho urs. See Fi gure Mnt-0007 . Every 8 hours, lubricate the cylinder grease fittin g through the top slot in the cover .
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-13 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Buzzbar Head BLADES For best performance, have b lade s set and shar pe ned wh en the y begin to dull. Blades can be touched up with a grinder or file between sharpe nings.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-14 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Belt T ension Adjustment (Fig ure Mnt-B-0010) Loosen nut s on the 4 studs and the jam nut.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-15 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Lubrication: Grease each spindle with one pump of high quality lithium grease weekly . More than one pump is unnecessary and will cause a mess when extra grease squirts out of the relief.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-16 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Grass Flail Head T ensioning Drive Belt s The rotor shaf t is driven from the gear motor via “V” b e lts which are adjust able for tension. After stopping the tractor eng ine, remove the drive gua rds to tigh ten the belts.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-17 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE MOTOR & COUPLING INST ALLA TION Bolt motor to mount plate. Fully tighten bolt s . (Item 1) Install flex coupler to the quick disconnect pulley hub using the cou ntersunk socket head bolts (Item 2).
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-18 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE T APER BUSHING & SHEA VE INST ALLA TION Do not use lubricant s during installation as this may cause shea ve breakage. Make sure the bushing and bore of th e sheave are free of dirt, paint, met al chips, etc.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-19 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE General Information on Flail Mower V ibration FLAIL MOWERS INFORMA TION BULLETIN NO. 5 EXCESSIVE VIBRA TION Vibration is a MONSTER and if allowed to continu e unchecked, ca n cause the complete break-u p of a machine in a very short time.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-20 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE The cutter shaf t will run out of balance if: 1. Wire, rope, string, ra gs, etc., arou nd the cutter shaft, are holding th e knives in a folded back position. Remove such foreign object s and be sure all kniv es are free to swing to the extended position.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-21 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE S pindle Service Procedur e 02960553B and 02960553C 1. Remove bla d e ba r or pan. 2. Remove hy dr au lic mo to r . 3. Remove spindle assembly from mower deck. 4.
MAINTENANCE MAVERICK 03/09 Maint enance Section 4-22 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Cleaning 1. Clean housin g and all related part s thoroughly and dry . 2. Protect parts from contamina tion. Inspection Bearings and cup s : Inspect rollers, races, and cages for nicks , pitting, discoloration, and signs of excessive or unusual wear .
1 1. Remove the cloth, being careful not to allow any cont amination into the spindle. T ighten the nut until a rolling torque of 16-21 inch-pounds is reached. (If the seal was no t lubricated, add 10 inch-pounds). 12. S take the nut with a blunt, round nosed punch.
ALAMO-INDUSTRIAL LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRANTIES 1.01. Alamo Industrial warrants for one year from the purchase dat e to the original non-commercial, governmental, or municipal purchaser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial purchaser 1.
T o keep your implement running ef ficiently and safely , read your manual thoroughly and follow these dire ction s and the Safety Messages in this Ma nual. The T able of Cont ents clear ly identifies each section where you can easily find the information you need.
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