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© 2009 Alamo Group Inc. RX60/72/84 Published 03/09 Part NO. 00785503C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL ALAMO INDUSTRIAL ® 1502 E. W alnut Seguin, T exas 78155 830-372-3551 Email: part s@alamo-industrial.
T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving p arts are potentially hazardo us . There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the poten tial hazards and follows reaso nable safety practices.
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T able of Content s SAFETY SECTION ... .................................................................. ................... 1-1 General Safety Instructions and Practic es ................ ................ ................ .................... ......
Boarding the Tractor .... ................ ................ ................ ................ ................. ................ ..... ................. .............. 4-8 Dismounting the Tractor ............... ................ ................ .....
SLIP CLUTCH ........... ................ ............. ................ ................ ................ ................ ........... ............... ............... 5-12 SEASONAL CLUTCH MAINTENANCE .... ..............................................
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Safety Section 1-1 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY SECTION.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 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 . Safety is of primary impor tance to the m anufacturer and should be to the owner/operator .
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 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 component s contain or emit chemicals known to the st ate of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-4 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Al ways rea d care f u ll y an d comp l y f u ll y w ith th e manu f ac t urer ’ s instructions when handling oil, solvents, cleansers, and a ny other chemical agent.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-5 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices DO NOT operate this Implement o n a T ractor that is not properly maint ained.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-6 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Do not operate Mower if excessive vibr ation exists. Shut down PT O and the T ractor engine. In sp ect the Mowe r to dete rm ine th e so urce of the vibration . If Mo we r blad es are missing or dam aged replac e them immed iately .
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-7 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY S tart tractor only when properly seate d in the T ractor seat. S tarting a tractor in gear can resu lt in injury or death. Read th e T ractor operators manual for prop er st arting instruction s.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-8 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Mow only in conditions where y ou have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting. Never mow in darkne ss or foggy cond itions where you cannot clea rly see at least 100 yards(90 m) in front an d to the sides of the tractor an d mower .
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-9 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Avoid mo wing in reverse direction when poss ible. Check to make sure there are no persons behind the mower and use extreme car e when mowing in reverse. Mow only at a slow ground spee d where you can safely op erate and control the tractor and mower .
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-10 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Connecting or Disconnecting Im plement Safety Instructions and Practices Rotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distance s (300 feet or more) and causing serious injury or death.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-11 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Instructions and Practices Always shut the T ractor completely down , place the transmission in p ark, and set the parking brake before you or anyone else attemp ts to connect or disconnect the Implemen t and T ractor hi tc he s.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-12 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Make cert ain that the “Slow Moving V ehicle” (SMV) sign is inst alled in such a wa y as to be clearly vis ible and leg ible. When transport ing the Equipment use the T ractor flashing warn ing lights and fo llow all local traf fic regulations.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-13 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Safet y Instructions and Practices Y our driving vision may be reduced or imp aired by the tractor , cab, or implement.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-14 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Periodically inspect all moving part s for wear and replace when necessary with au thorized service part s. Look for loose fastener s, worn or broken p arts, and leaky or loose fittings.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-15 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY S torage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices Concluding Safety Instr uctions and Practices PA R T S I N F O R M A.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-16 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe oper ation.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-17 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P A RT NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. D390 1 MUL TI DECAL Pu ll T ype Unit Hazards 2. D389 1 MUL TI DECAL Multi Hazard 3. D388 1 MUL TI DECAL Driveline Hazards 4. D395 1 IMPORT ANT Replace Blades in Pairs 5.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-18 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Description Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P/N D390 Decal D390 consists of the following multi-hazards.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-19 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P/N D389 Decal D3 89 consist s of the following multi-hazards.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-20 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Driveline Hazards P/N D388 Decal D388 consist s of th e following multi-hazards.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-21 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY IMPORT ANT! Always replace blades in pairs. P/N D395 DANGER! Shear Bolt Ent anglement.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-22 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY INFORMA TION - 5 Y ear Gearbox W arranty P/N 00771283 Name LOG O - Alamo In dustrial P/N 00757139 RX60 Logo P/N 00785560 RX.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-23 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY P/N 2738332 Red Reflectors DANGER! Guard Missing, Do Not Oper ate. If you see this decal, Do No t Operate the mower until the shield has been repl ac e d. P/N 00756004 DANGER! Rotating Driveline Keep Away , Contact can cause death.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-24 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Read Operato r ’s Manual! The operator’s manual is located inside this canister . If the manual is missing order one fr om you r dealer . P/N 00776031 W ARNING! Do not store mower vertically on shipping bracket s.
SAFETY RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-25 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intend ed to explain in broa d terms the concep t and effect of federal laws and reg ulations concerning emplo yer and employee equ ipment operat ors.
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Introduction Section 2-1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION SECTION.
INTRODUCTION RX60/72/84 03/09 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Rotary Mower is designed with ca re and built with quality materials by skilled workers.
INTRODUCTION RX60/72/84 03/09 Introduction Section 2-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Y our ALAMO INDUSTRIAL mower is designed fo r medi um-duty cutting such as pasture mowing, weed and grass control, and cutting brush up to 2-1/2" in diamet er .
INTRODUCTION RX60/72/84 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 underst and the Safety Messages and instr uctions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implement.
Assembly Section 3-1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y SECTION.
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y DEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONS Set up mower as receive d fr om factory w ith these instructions. This mower is shipped partially a ssembled. Assembly will be easier if components are ali gned and loosely assembled before tig htening har dware.
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y T AIL WHEEL INST ALLA TION (Model RX60 & RX72) Align T ail Wheel Beam Weldment (1) between pivot brackets locate d behind gearbox mount on the Mainframe Weldment. NOTE: Long side of cast er fork pivot tub e is positioned up.
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y DUAL T AIL WHEEL INST ALLA TION - LIFT TYPE (M odel RX84 Only) 1. Attach the tailwheel beam (1) to the lug toward the outer edge of the deck just to the rear of th e cross reinforceme nt using bolt (2) and nut (3).
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y.
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y A-FRAME INST ALLA TION (Model RX60-RX72 1. Attach the A-Fra me Bars (2) to the right and lef t Hitch Lugs (14 & 15) with two 5/8” x 2” bolt s (16), 5/8” washers (17), bushing (18) and 5/8” locknuts (19) .
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y DRIVELINE A TT ACHMENT Before starting assembly , make cert ain that all paint, dirt, and grease ar e removed from gearbox shaf t (1). T o ease assembly apply a light coa t of grease to splines and assemble.
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y AXLE ASSEMBL Y Attach rear axle ( 1) to the lugs on the rear of the ma inframe using 3/4 x 3 (8) bolt s, bushings (7), flatwashers (4) and locknuts (6). T ighten all bolts.
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-9 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y WHEELS (Model RX84 Only) Install the Wheels on the Whe el Hubs. Note: If Laminated Tires are used, place the flat side of the Lug Nut against the Wheel Asm-R- 0127.
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Front Rubber Fabric Deflec tors (St andard Equipment) Front Deflector ( Figure Asm-0045) Attach the Front Deflector to the Mower with 1/2" x 1-1/2” bolt s, flatwashers, and locknut s .
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-11 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y CHAIN GUARDS (Optional Equipment - All Models) CHAIN GUARDS: Front and Rear Chain Guar ds (Optional Equipment) are r ecommended for higher than normal usage (100 hou rs or more per year) and will provide prot ection from thrown objects with careful operation.
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y HYDRAULIC OR M ANUAL LIFT (Model RX84 Only) Install the Hydraulic Cylinde r or the manual Ratchet Lift Screw (Asm-0 039) between the Axle Center Lug an d the Lug directly behind the Center Gearbox.
ASSEMBLY RX60/72/84 03/09 Assembly Section 3-13 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y OFFSET ADAPTER HITC H (EXTRA EQUIPMENT) 1. Fasten the Of fset Adapter Hitch W eldment to the lift lugs using the Hitch Pin holes. Fasten the Adjustabl e Leg to the left side lug if the Mower is to offset to the left.
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Operation Sectio n 4- 1 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION SECTION.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION ALAMO INDUSTRIAL RX60/72/84 ROT AR Y MOWER OPERA TION INSTRUCTIONS Alamo Industrial ro tary mowers are man ufactured with quality material by skilled workers.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4-3 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 1. S t andard Equipment and Specification RX60 RX72 RX84 Horsepower Required *(Min) 35 Min. HP 45 Min. HP 65 (Lift) 30(Pull) Cutting Capacity (Max.) 2-1/2” 2-1/2” 2-1/2” Cutting Height (Min) 1-1/2” Min.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2. OPERA T OR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualifi ed operator .
OPERATION RX60/72/84 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 have 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 and 5 MPH.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4-6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The power require d to operate a mower is d etermined by the tractor PTO hor sepower .
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4-7 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3.5 Drawbar-Pull T ype Mower For equipment op erating at 540 RPM, the tractor drawbar must be position ed at a 14” dist ance from the hitch point to the PT O shaft end for pr oper operation and minimal wear to the driveline.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 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 driveline to a T ractor PTO. Use of an a dapter can double the opera ting speed of the Implement resulting in excessive vibration, thrown objects, and bl ade and implement failure.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4-9 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Never allow children or other persons to ride on the T ractor or Implement.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.1 Connecting Mower-Lif t T ype 1. Make sure the tract or is equip p ed with th e cor - rect PTO shaf t. Change shaft s if needed. 2. Shorten or remo ve th e tractor drawbar to avoid interference when raising an d lowering the mower .
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 11 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8. Adjust any lower link check chains, guide blocks , or sway blocks to prevent th e mower from swaying side to side and possible contact with tractor rear tires. Note: Offset Adaptor Hitches are available to position th e mower to the left or right.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.3 Connecting Mower - Li f t T ype (Quick Hitch) Crushing Hazard between Qu ick-Hitch and Implement. Do not allow anyone to st and between the Quick-Hitch and impl ement duri ng hook-up operation s.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 13 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 7.1 Setting Mower Hei ght- Lift T ype - (St a ndard or Quick Hitch) 1. Park the tractor and mower on level gr ound. 2. Using the 3-point hitch control lever , position the front of the mower with the side skids 1” less off the ground than desired cut height.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 14 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9. Extend the tractor’s top 3-point link so that when lifting the mower , the front of the deck will raise 2 to 2½" before the t ail wheel leaves the ground.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 15 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 7.2 Connecting the Mower-Pull T ype 1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with the correct PTO shaf t and the drawbar is extended 14” from the end of the PTO shaf t to the hitch point.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 16 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.4 Setting Mowing Height-Pull T ype 1. Park the tractor an d mower on level ground. 2. Using the t ailwheel ratchet jack or hydr aulic cylinder , position the mower so the skid shoes are 1” less of f the ground than the desired final cut height.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 17 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 7.5 Setting Deck Pitch T o facilitate safe and efficient operation, the mower should be operated with the deck appr oximately 3/4” LOWER IN THE FR ONT THAN THE REAR.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 18 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8.1 Driveline Length Check When fitting the mower to the tractor , the telescoping dr iveline must be inspected t.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 19 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Shorten the driveline profiles as follows: • Remove the driveline from the tractor . • Raise and lower the mowe r to find the position with the shortes t di stance betw een the tract or PTO shaf t and cutter gearbox.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 20 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Periodically inspect all moving part s for wear and replace when necessary with au thorized service part s. Look for loose fastener s, worn or broken p arts, and leaky or loose fittings.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 21 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Rotary Mower PRE-OPERA TION Inspection Mower ID# ________________ Make ____________________ Date: ______________.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 22 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION T ractor PRE-OPERA TION Inspection Mower ID# ________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Sh.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 23 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.1 T ractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Refer to the tr actor operator’s manual to ensure a complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled service is performed accordi ng to the manufacturers recommenda tions.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 24 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION • Perform sched u led lubr ica tio n as de tailed in the maintenan ce se ctio n. • Ensure all decals are in place and legible. • Ensure the driveline is securely attache d to tractor .
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 25 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION • Lift T ype-Ensure the tailwheel beam position support bolts are proper ly installed and tightened. • Inspect all bolt s and screws and tighten to the recommended torque.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 26 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION • Inspect blades and blade bo lts for looseness and excessive wear . Make sure t he mower is securely blocked up before crawling beneath. Replace damaged, worn an d missing blades as complete sets to maint a in rotary balance during operation.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 27 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Inspect the Blades daily for abnormal wear . REPLACE BOTH BLAD ES on that carrier IMMEDIA TEL Y if either blade .
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 28 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport req uires the operator possess a thoroug h knowledge of the model being opera ted and precautions to t ake while driving with an att ached implem ent.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 29 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION T ransport on ly 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 sp eeds.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 30 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.2 Brake and Differential Lock Setting Make sure the tracto r brakes are in good operating conditio n.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 31 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 10.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines When crossing ditches with steep banks or go ing up sharp inclines, it .
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 32 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION When confronted with an incline or ditch, do not approach fr om an angle which is perpendicu lar or straight on as damage to o r over-collapse of the driveline may occur .
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 33 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION E x t reme care s h ou ld b e t a k en w h en opera ti ng near l oose o bj ec t s suc h as gravel, rocks, wire, and othe r debris.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 34 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.1 Foreign Debris Hazards Before mowing, inspect the ar ea to make sure there are no fore ign object s that the mower blades could hit or become ent angled with.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 35 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Rotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distance s (300 feet or more) and causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messag es carefully .
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 36 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.4 PT O RPM and Ground Speed 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).
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 37 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. 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.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 38 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Do not let the Blad es turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any reason, including clearan ce or for turning.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 39 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Do not mow , or drive the tractor into materia l that is burning, or areas that recently burnt and may cont ain hot spots. Burnin g material, spar ks, and coals could be thro wn from the mowe r to areas of vegetation th at might ignite.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 40 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Never stan d or allow another person to st and between a running T ractor and the Mower when disconnecting the Implement from the T ractor 3-point hitch.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 41 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION T o disconnect the mower , first extend the tractor 3- p oint hitch top link to remove tension on the top link h itch pin. When th e pin is loose and easy to rot ate, r emove the pin from the mower .
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 42 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 13. MOWER STORAGE Properly prep aring and storing the mowe r at the end of the season is critical to maintaining it s appearance and to help ensure years of de pendable service.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 43 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Before transporting th e tractor and mower , idle the tractor engine, di sengage 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 height.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 44 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The SMV (Slow-Moving V ehicle) emblem is universal symbol used to aler t drivers of the presence of equipment tr aveling on roadways at a slow speed. SMV signs are a triangular brigh t orange with r eflective r ed trim f or both ea sy day an d night visibility .
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 45 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. 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.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 46 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Arrange the cha ins so that when tightened, 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.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 47 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 15. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem P os sible Cause Remedy Excessive Vibration Check Gearbox Bolt s T ighten if loose. Check for loose nut s on TIghten if loose. blade holder and bla des.
OPERATION RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4- 48 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Blade Bolts W orking Loose Bolts not ti ghtened. T ighten Bolts to 300 ft./lbs. Bolt hole elongated or oversized. Replace Blade Carrier . Locknut worn out. Replace Locknut.
Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SECTION.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Before operat ing your Rotary Cutter , make sure it is properly lubricated and thor oughly in spected. Only a minimum of time and effort is req uired to regularly lubr icate and maint ain this machine to provide long life and trouble free oper ation.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX The gearbox sho uld be full (3 quarts) and not require additional lubricant unless th e box is cracked or a seal is leakin g.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE DRIVELINE LUBRICA TION Grease Fitt ing s ar e lo cate d on the Cr oss Assembly of each U-Joint and on the telescoping tubes. Grease the U-Joint after ea ch 8 hours of use.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE T o assemble the main inner driveline shield, grease the yoke groove and inner profile tub e. Attach the bearing ring in groo ve with rece sses facing profile tube.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE MAIN CV DRIVELINE SAFETY SHIELD 1. T o remove the oute r CV c one, re mov e the locking screws from shie ld cone. Remove cone over yoke. Remove bearing ring and remove the locking screws from inner shield cone.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-9 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SER VICING Inspect blades before each use to determine that they ar e properly insta lled and in good condition. Replace any blade that is bent, excessively nicked, worn, or has any other damage.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE CARRIER REMOV AL Remove cotter pin and loosen slo tted nut on gearbox s haft. Lo osen but do not remove the nu t until the blade carrier is loosened. Use a su itable 2 jaw gear pu ller to pull carrier of f tapered gearbox shaft.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-11 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE CARRIER INST ALLA TION Clean the splines on both the blade carrier and outpu t shaft. Position carrie r on the gearbox output shaf t and install special washer nut.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SLIP CLUTCH If a slip clutch is incorporated in th e PT O driveline, it is designed to slip, abso rb the sho ck load, and pr otect the driveline. This clutch has single disc spring with 6 adjusting nut s.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-13 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SEASONAL CLUT CH MAINTENANCE It is important that the clutch es slip when an obstacle or loa d heavier than the clutch setting is e ncountered.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-14 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE T ORQUE CHART The chart lists the correct tightening torque for fa stener s.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 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. Slide Hammer Puller 2. Locktite #5900 3. Punch - Long Drift 4. Needle Nose Pliers 5.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-16 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX DISASSEMBL Y 1. Remove 6 cover bolts from in put shaft bearing housing (2) . 2. T ap around circumference of bear ing housing (2) to lo osen housing and shims.
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 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) and Dipstick (ite m #31).
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-18 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Ste p lV . Reach in fro m front or top of Main Housing an d remove upper Outpu t Shaft Cone Bearing (item # 23 ) Ste p V . From the top of Main Housing drive out top and bottom Be aring Cups (item # 23).
MAINTENANCE RX60/72/84 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-19 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE STEP VII Press new output seal (ite m # 19) into output cap ( item # 13 ). Using one gasket (item # 20) inst a ll lower ou tput cap inot main housing. Ret ain us ing bolts and washers (items # 14 & 15).
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 efficien tly an d safely , read your manual th or oughly and follow these directions and the Safety Messages in this Ma nual. The T able of Cont ents clearly identifies each section where you ca n easily find the information you need.
RX60/72/84 - SOM 3/09 Printed in USA P/N 00785503C.
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