Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Swingtrim Alamo
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©2009 Alamo Group Inc. $0.00 Published 03/09 Part No. 00763548C 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 hazardous . There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the poten tial hazards and follows reasonable safe ty practices.
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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ........ ................................................. .......................................... ........... 1- 1 Safety Messages ............... ... .... ... ............. ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... .
Foreign Debris Hazards/Overhead Obstructions ................ ................ ................ ................ ................ .. ........... 4-26 Operating Speed and Ground Speed .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ................. ... ... ... .
Safety Section 1-1 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY SECTION.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-2 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Safety Messages A careful operator is the best opera tor . Sa fety is of primary import ance to the manufa cturer and should be to the owner/operator . Most accidents ca n be avoided by b eing aware of your eq uipment, your sur roundings, and observing c ertain precautions .
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-3 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY N ever opera t e th e T rac t or or I mp l emen t un til you h ave rea d an d completely under stand this Manual , the T ractor Operator ’s Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Tr actor and Implement.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-4 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Never allow children to operate, ri de on, or come close to the T ractor or Implement.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-5 © 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 noisy enoug h to cause permanent hearing loss.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-6 © 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 SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-7 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY NEVER use drugs or alco hol immediately before or while operating the T ractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator’s alertness and coordination and theref ore af fect the operator ’s ability to operate the equipment safely .
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-8 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY The rot ating part s of this machine have be en designed and te sted for rugged use. However , the blades could fail upon imp act with heavy , solid object s such as metal guard rails and concrete structures.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-9 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Rotary Mowers are capable un der adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distances (30 0 feet or more) and causing serio us injury or death. Follow safety messag es carefully .
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-10 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this Implement as in all power-driven o r pulled equipment.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Sec tion 1-11 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Alamo Industrial supp lies safety decals on this pro duct to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-12 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 02967827 1 DANGER Multiple Haza rd Rotary 2. 02958241 1 DANGER Multiple Haza rd Boom 3. 02965262 1 W ARNING Oil/Leak Penetration 4. 0292510 1 IMPORT ANT Use Genuine Alamo Ind ust ria l Parts 5.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Sec tion 1-13 © 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 SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-14 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY W ARNING! Pinch Points P/N 02962764 DANGER! Crushing and Pinch Point s. Moving machiney p arts can pinch or cru sh or fall- which may cause injury or death. P/N 02962765 INFORMA TIO N - T o prevent prem ature hydra ulic component failure, do not over speed the engine.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Sec tion 1-15 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY DANGER! Keep A way Sharp Blades. 3688303 W ARNING: Press urized T ank 03200437 ALAMO INDUSTRIAL LOGO P/N 001651 ALAMO NAME LOGO.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Section 1-16 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. SAFETY Read Operato r ’s Manual! The operator ’s ma nual is located inside this canister . If the manual is missing order one fr om you r dealer . P/N 00776031 Slow Moving V ehicle Decal.
SAFETY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Safety Sec tion 1-17 © 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 equipment o perat ors.
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Introduction Section 2-1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION SECTION.
INTRODUCTION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Swingtrim Sickle Bar is designed with care and bu ilt with quality materials by skilled workers.
INTRODUCTION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Introduction Section 2-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION The sickle bar boom is designed for medium-duty work. They can cut grass and weeds, ar ound waterways, under fences and other ha rd-to-reach areas.
INTRODUCTION SWINGTRIM 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 instructions, an d know how to operate correctly both the Imple ment and Power Unit.
Assembly Section 3-1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y SECTION.
ASSEMBLY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y TRACTOR SELECTION The SWINGTRIM is specifically designed to be fitted to all tractors with C ategory I linkage facility and a minimum weight inclusive of ballast to manufa cturers specifica tions, of 650 kg (1430 lbs.
ASSEMBLY SWINGTRIM 03/09 Assembly Section 3-3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y COUPLING UP HYDRAULICS Consult the tractor ’s handbo ok for correct installation of the supply and return connection.
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Operation Sectio n 4- 1 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION SECTION.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Sectio n 4- 2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION ALAMO INDUSTRIAL SWINGTRIM OPERA T ING INSTRUCTIONS Alamo Industrial swingtrims are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers. The implement is designed for cutting hedges, grass and weeds, around waterways, under fences and other hard-to-reach areas.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Sectio n 4- 3 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 1. St andard Equipment and Specifications St andard Specifications CA T I Three Point Hitch Boom reach: 1 1’ Up.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Sectio n 4- 4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2. OPERA T OR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualified operat or .
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Sectio n 4- 5 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3. TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS In addition to tractor ho rsep ower and size re quir ed to o perate th e m ower un it, t.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Sectio n 4- 6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.4 T ractor Horsepower The horsepower r equired to ope rate the mower de pends on many factors in cluding vegeta tion to be cut, terrai n condition, operator experience , and condition of the mo wer and tractor .
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Sectio n 4- 7 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3.6 Hydraulics The Swingtrim uses the tractor’s open center hydraulics with a rating of 3.8 to 5. 6 gallons per minute, with remote outlet. Hydraulic controls shall be provided for boom lift, dipper , and sickle bar tilt for full op erator control.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Sectio n 4- 8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 4. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACT OR Before getting onto the tractor , the operator must read and completely underst and the implement and tractor operator manuals.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Sectio n 4- 9 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION BEFORE leaving the tractor seat, always engage the brake and/or set the tractor transmission in parking ge ar , disengage the PTO, stop the engine, remove the key , and wait for all moving part s to stop.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6. CONNECTING THE IMPLEMENT TO TRACT OR 1. Unbolt the upper ha lves of the yoke and fit them eith er sid e of the tractor ’s t op hitch bracket with the 3/4” UNF nut and bolt provided.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 11 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3. Attach the machine to the three poin t linkage and raise to gi ve 200-250 mm (8”-10”) clearance under the lowest part of the frame. 4. Rebolt the yoke halves togeth er .
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 7.2 Boom Unit Pre-Operati on Inspection and Service Inspect and service the boom arm and head prior to o peration. Damaged and/or broken parts should be repaired an d/or replaced immediately .
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 13 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION NOTE : The mower Operator ’s Ma nual and affixed Decals cont ain import ant instr uctions on the safe and proper use of the mower .
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 14 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Never Leave the mower unattended while the head is in the raised position. The mower could fall causing serious injury to anyone who might inadvertently be under the mower .
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 15 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION HYDRAULI C LINE IN S PE C TI O N • Check for hydraulic le aks along hoses, cylinders and fittings. IMPORT ANT : DO NOT use your hands to check for oil leaks. Use a piece of heavy p aper or cardboard to check for hydraulic oil le aks.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 16 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Sickle Bar PRE-OPERA TION Inspection Mower ID# ________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ S.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 17 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION T ractor PRE-OPERA TION Inspection Mower ID# ________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Sh.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 18 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8. OPERA TING THE IMPLEMENT 8.1 Machine Controls Four levers individually contr ol the operating function s; the knob s of which are color-code d according to use i.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 19 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8.2 Arm Controls.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 20 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8.3 Forward Speed This is a matter of common sense a nd experience. It must be fast enough to maintain the corre ct oil flow , but slow enough to enable the cutterbar to do its job properly .
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 21 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9 . 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 SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 22 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION T ransport only at speeds where you can maint ain control of the equipment.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 23 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.1 St arting the T ractor The procedure to st art the tractor is model specific. Refer to the tractor o perator ’s man ual for starting procedures for your particular tractor .
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 24 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Make certain that the Boom swing p ath is cl ear of byst anders, powerlines, and obstructions to prevent injury , electrocution, and possib le machine damage. Swing Boom SLOWL Y AND CAREFUL L Y .
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 25 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Always keep a carefu l lookout and use extreme care when working around overhead obstructions. Never allow the Mower head or boo m within 10 feet of any powe r line.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 26 © 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 p arts of the mower h ead. These items could then swing out side the housing at greater velocities than the blades.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 27 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 10.3 Operating the Att ached Head • Object s tend to be th rown out from u nder the head in the d irection of blade rot ation and toward the raised edge of the shroud.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 28 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.4 Shutting Down the Implement T o shut down attached boom he ad, firs t bring the tractor to a complete stop . Keep the engine speed at normal operating speed of 540 RPM, an d use the valve leve r to turn the motor off.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 29 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 12. DISCONNECTING THE IMPLEMENT 1. Select a firm level site. 2. Replace the st and leg to the park position with foot down . 3. Position the arms so that the motor is level with the bottom of the frame.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 30 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Before transporting the tractor betwe en locations, idle the tractor engine, disengag e the attached head, an d wait for all head motion to come to a complete stop. Place the cutterbar guard over the knife.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 31 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Never allow children or other persons to ride on the T ractor or Implement.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 32 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION When operating on public roads, have consideration for other road u sers. Pull to the side of the road occasionally to allow all following traffic to pass. Do not exceed the lega l speed limit set in your country for agricultural tra ctors.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 33 © 2009 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 13.2 Hauling the T ractor and Implement Before transporting a loaded tractor and implement, measure the height and width dimensions and gro ss weight of the complete loaded unit.
OPERATION SWINGTRIM 03/09 Operation Section 4- 34 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER NOT WORKING - Check level of hydraulic fluid (see sight gauge on tan k). Check to see if pump is functio ning prop erly by attemp ting to us e ano ther cylinde r or pre ssu re gauge .
Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SECTION.
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 2 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE LUBRICA TION Refer to the lubrication diagra m and grease daily all po ints indicated. Remember , regular lubric ation ensu res longer machine life an d di minishes service costs.
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 3 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE CUTTERBAR Adjusting the Knife Guides Before commencing any checks or adju stments, lay the cutterbar flat on the ground. Select “CUTTERBAR OFF”, switch of f the tracto r an d disconnect the con rod.
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 4 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Sharpening the Knife After five to twenty oper ating hours, depending on the work involved the knives require re-sha rpening. It is recommended that kn ive s are removed from the cutterbar for r e-sharpening.
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 5 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC RAMS Ram Seal Replacement- General Information 1. Whenever possible the ra m should be removed from the machine a nd cleaned off before dismantling on a clean work bench.
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 6 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (P ump and T ank Kit) Oil Requirement s Ta n k The machine is delivered fro m the factory without o il.
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 7 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Oil Supply Check daily the oil le vel in the res ervoir . Change the oil af ter the first 250 hours o f use, then every 500 hours or ever y 12 months thereafter .
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 8 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE CONTROL V AL VE.
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 9 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Non Return V alve The non return valve preve nts the feedback of oil from th e service p arts. It is unlik ely to need attention but if removed for cleaning, a new “O” rin g should be used when refitted.
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-10 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC HOSES The condition o f all hoses should be checked dur ing routine ser vicing. Hoses th at have been ch afed or damaged on their outer casing sho uld be secur ely wr apped with water proof adh esive t ape to p revent the met al braid from rusting.
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-11 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HOSE CONNECTIONS.
MAINTENANCE SWINGTRIM 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-12 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE STORAGE If machine is to be lef t standing for an extended period of time, lightly coat the exp osed portions of the ram r ods with grease.
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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-commer cial, 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 thoroug hly 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.
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An important point after buying a device Alamo Swingtrim (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Alamo Swingtrim yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Alamo Swingtrim - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Alamo Swingtrim you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Alamo Swingtrim will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Alamo Swingtrim, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Alamo Swingtrim.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Alamo Swingtrim. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Alamo Swingtrim along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
