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©201 1 Alamo Group Inc. TM60/72 TM84/100 Published 02/1 1 Part No. 00779788C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon A ve. Gibson City , IL 60936 800-446-5158 E-mail: parts@servis-rhino.
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 reasona ble safety practices.
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T able of Content s SAFETY SECTION ........ ................................. .......................................................... ........... 1- 1 General Safety Instructions and P ractices ................... ................ .................
Raising the Mower .... ............ ................. ............. ............ ............. ................. ............ ......... ................. ............. 4-24 Operating the Tractor and Mower ................ ....... ... ............. ...
Safety Section 1-1 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SECTION.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY General Safety Instruct ions and Practices A careful operator is the best opera tor . Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer an d should be to the owner/operator .
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. 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 bir th defects or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. 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 TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-5 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Use extreme caution when getting onto the Impl eme nt to perform repairs, maintenance and when removing accu mulated material. Only st and on solid flat su rfaces to ensure good footing.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-6 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety In structions and Practices Always keep a careful lookout and use extr eme care when working around utility an d municipal obstructions. Never allow the Mower to contact any utility , munic ipal, or other type structure.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-7 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this Mower . REMEMBER! This machine is of ten operated in weeds and in heavy grass. The Blade s of this Mower can throw objects if shields are not properly in stalled and maint ained.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-8 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Never allow children or other persons to ride on the T ractor or Implement. Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-1 0) Do not mow with two machines in the same ar ea except with Cab tractors with the windows closed.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-9 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Operate the T ractor and/or Implement controls on ly while pr operly seated in the T ractor seat with the seat belt secure ly fastened around y ou. Inadverte nt movement of the T ractor or Implement may ca use serious inju ry or death.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-10 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Extreme care should be t aken when operating near loose o bjects such as gravel, rocks, wire, and ot her debris. Inspe ct the area be fore mowing. Foreign ob jects should be re moved from the site to prevent machine damage and/or bodily injury or even death.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-11 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Follow these guidelines to re duce the risk of equipment and grass fir es while operating, servicing, and rep airing the Mower and T ractor: -Equip the T ractor with a fir e exti nguisher in an accesible location.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-12 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Rotary Mowers are capable un der adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distances (30 0 feet or more) and causing se rious injury or death. Follow safety messag es carefully .
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-13 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Connecting or Disconn ecting Implement Safet y Instructions and Practices DO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement dr iveline to a T ractor PTO.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-14 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Inst ructions and Practices Be particularly ca reful when transporting the Im plement with the T r actor . T urn curves or go up hills only at a low speed and using a grad ual steering angle.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-15 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY T ransport on ly at speeds where you can ma intain control of the equipment. Seriou s accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at high sp eeds. Unders tand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before transporting on str eets and highways.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-16 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Saf ety Instructions and Practices Make sure the PTO shield , integral driveline shie lds, and input shields are installe d when using PTO-driven equipment.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-17 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Periodically inspect all moving part s for wear and replace when necessary with au thorized servic e part s. Look for loose fa steners, worn or broken p arts, and le aky or loose fittings.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-18 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY PA R T S I N F O R M AT I O N Rhino mowers use bala nced and matched system compone nts for blade car riers, blades, cuttershaft s, knives, knife hangers, roll ers, drivetrain component s, and be arings.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-19 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals o n this product to promote safe operation.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-20 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 00725746 1 PELIGRO T ranslate Sa fety Material 2. 007491 17 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard 3. D418 2 DANGER Keep A way - Blade Contact 4. 00756494 1 DANGER D/L Shield Missing 5.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-21 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Description Peligro T ranslation, If you do not know how to read English, please find someone who knows how to read English.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-22 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Multi Hazard Decal Sheet P/N 007491 17.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-23 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY DANGER! Keep A way blade contact can cause serious injury or death. P/N D418 DANGER! Make certain that drivelin es are correct length and are se curely attached.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-24 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY W ARNING! Failure to use and maintain shields and deflectors in good condition may lead to injury or death from ent anglement with rota ting parts, being hit by object s thrown with great force by blades, or by contact.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-25 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY DANGER! Keep Away Thrown Object s. Inspect the area before m owing for potential mower hazards. Remove or avoid all foreign objects such as wire, cable, met al objects, and all other foreign material.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-26 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY PELIGRO! S pan ish T ranslati on for Driveline Safety P/N 00773723 W ARNING! Avoid Bodily Injury , U se 540RPM PTO S peed Only .
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-27 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Read Operato r ’ s Manual! The ope rator ’s manual is located inside this canister . If the manual is missing order one fr om your dealer . P/N 00776031 Slow Moving V ehicle Decal.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-28 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Model Name - TM60 00785208 Model Name - TM72 00785209 Model Name - TM84 00785210 Model Name - TM100 0078521 1.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Safety Section 1-29 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Model Name - TURBO 00785212 INFORMA TION - 5 Y ear Gearbox W arranty 0077861 1.
SAFETY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Safety Section 1-30 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Federal Laws and Re gulations This section is intended to explain in broad terms the conc ept and effect of federal laws and regulations conce rning employer and employee eq uipment operators.
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2 Contents Acknowledgment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Forewor d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Alerts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Safety Aler ts Symbol This Safety Alert Symbol means: “A TTENTION! ST A Y ALER T! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOL VED!” The Safety Alert Symbol identi es important safety messages on equipment, safety signs, in manuals or elsewhere. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of death or personal injury .
4 Industrial/Agricultural Mower T ypes Mowers are used for pastur e clipping, crop r esidue shredding, heavy brush cutting, waterways, right-of- ways, roadside or highway mowing. Also, these mowers are used for cutting grass and other gr owth in public areas such as parks and cemeteries.
5 Follow A Safety Program Protect Y ourself W ear personal pr otective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions.
6 Follow A Safety Program Avoid Injury Fr om Raised Equipment Avoid possible crushing injury fr om falling mower or other raised equipment. Before working near or under raised mower or equipment parts: — Securely support or block up raised mower or equipment parts according to the operator’ s manual.
7 Follow A Safety Program Be Alert! Know where to get assistance. Know how to use a rst aid kit and re extinguisher/ r e suppression system.
8 Follow A Safety Program Some Rules Y ou Must W ork By (continued) — Only quali ed and authorized individuals may operate this equipment. — Never allow children to play on, ride on or operate the equipment. Children ar e not quali ed to operate this equipment.
9 Prepare For Safe Operation Check The Mower And T ractor Equipment Before beginning your work day inspect the machine and have all systems in good operational condition. WARNING! Pr event possible crushing injury from falling equipment. Hydraulic system or part failure could cause unsupported equipment to fall.
10 Prepare For Safe Operation Know The W ork Area Before you operate the mower thor oughly inspect the work area. W alk ar ound the area and inspect the surfaces you will travel on when using the mower .
11 Prepare For Safe Operation T ractor And Mower Contr ols Safety T est Start the tractor following the speci c pr ocedures in the manufacturer’ s operator’ s manual. These procedur es normally include: — Fasten and adjust seat belt on your ROPS-equipped tractor .
12 Prepare For Safe Operation Hitching Mower T o T ractor Three-point hitch-mounted mowers: — Refer to mower and tractor manufacturers’ manuals. — Place tractor’ s hydraulic power lift (rockshaft) selector lever in down position to avoid unexpected movement.
13 Star t Safely Make The Right Start Mow only in daylight or good arti cial light conditions. Avoid serious injury or death fr om mower -thr own objects or blade contact: — Keep chain shields, exible or solid de ector shields or dischar ge chutes in place and in good repair .
14 Operate Safely Mower -Thr own Objects (continued) Disc Mowers — When using a disc mower it is important to know the area to be mowed. If the operator has mowed the eld befor e and is familiar.
15 Operate Safely Under Mount Mower Safety Practices When mowing with an under mount mower: — Keep removable dischar ge chute in place and over dischar ge opening. — Never stand on a mower housing when the tractor engine is operating. — Distribute grass clippings with discharge chute facing mowed area.
16 Operate Safely Wing And Side Mount Mowers Safety Practices Raised wing positions reduce shielding pr otection and increases the thr own object and blade contact hazard risks.
17 Uneven T errain Mowing Safety Practices (continued) — Use extreme car e to maintain control over the equipment when operating in these conditions. — Increase tractor stability by adding wheel weights, ballast and increasing wheel spacing to maximum.
18 Parking Safety Practices — Use designated or out-of-traf c areas. — Use rm level gr ound locations. — Set parking brake. — Lower raised equipment to ground. Shut down the mower and tractor using proper equipment shut down practice before dismounting tractor .
19 Shut Down Safely Dismounting Properly — Never dismount from moving equipment. — Never jump from any machines. — Dismount carefully . — Check for slippery steps. — Keep feet and hands away from contr ols. — Use handholds and steps during dismount.
20 Per for m Maintenance Safely Prepar e Y ourself W ear personal pr otective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions.
21 Per for m Maintenance Safely Prepar e The Machine Stored ener gy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, etc.) must be controlled or reduced to a practical minimum befor e performing any maintenance, repair or service pr ocedures.
22 Per for m Maintenance Safely Per for m Maintenance Safely Use Proper V entilation If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, remove the exhaust fumes fr om the area with an exhaust pipe extension. If you do not have an exhaust pipe extension, make sure you open the doors and get outside air into the area.
23 Hydraulic System Hazards The hydraulic system is under pressur e whenever the engine is operating and may hold pressur e even after the engine is shut off. Cycle all hydraulic contr ols including the auxiliary hydraulic control after the engine is shut down.
24 Avoid Explosion WARNING! A void possible serious injury from explosion. Lead-acid batteries produce extr emely explosive gases especially when being char ged. Keep arcs, sparks, fl ames and lighted tobacco away . — Do not smoke near batteries. — Keep arcs, sparks and open ames away from batteries.
25 Tire And Wheel Maintenance (continued) WARNING! The types of wheels and tir es usually found on this equipment requir e special care when servicing to prevent death or serious injury . Do not in ate the tir es above the recommended pressur e. Be sure to r eplace tire ballast if equipped.
26 Per for m Maintenance Safely Mower Blade Maintenance (continued) — How are mower blades made? Mower blades are made of high str ength alloy spring steel.
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2 Este manual de seguridad está destinado a señalar algunas de las situaciones de seguridad básicas que pueden sur gir durante la operación y el mantenimiento normales de la máquina y a instruirlo en prácticas de seguridad para manejar estas condiciones.
3 Aler tas de seguridad Símbolo Este símbolo de alerta de seguridad signi ca: “¡A TENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERT A! ¡SU SEGURIDAD EST Á EN RIESGO!” El símbolo de alerta de seguridad identi ca mensajes de seguridad importantes sobre el equipo, sobr e letrer os de seguridad, en manuales u otros lugar es.
4 Tipos de cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura Las cortadoras de césped se usan para recortar pasturas, desmenuzar residuos de cultivos, cortar arbustos, r ealizar desbroce pesado, cortar la hierba en vías de agua, derechos de paso, costados de caminos o autopistas.
5 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Protéjase a sí mismo Use la ropa de pr otección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le pr oporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales.
6 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Evite las lesiones provocadas por equipos elevados Evite posibles lesiones de aplastamiento por caídas de la cortadora u otros equipos elevados.
7 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad ¡Manténgase alerta! Sepa dónde obtener asistencia. Sepa cómo usar un equipo de primeros auxilios y un extintor de incendios/ sistema de supresión de fuego. ¡Manténgase informado! Aproveche los pr ogramas de capacitación que se ofrecen.
8 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Algunas reglas que debe cumplir al trabajar (continuación) — Únicamente personas cuali cadas y autorizadas pueden manejar estos equipos. — Nunca permita que los niños jueguen en los equipos, viajen en ellos o los hagan funcionar .
9 Preparación para una operación segura Revise los equipos de la cortadora de césped y el tractor Antes de comenzar la jornada de trabajo, inspeccione la máquina y asegúrese de que todos los sistemas estén en buenas condiciones operacionales. ¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones por aplastamiento producidas por equipos que caen.
10 Preparación para una operación segura Familiarícese con la zona de trabajo Antes de hacer funcionar la cortadora de césped, inspeccione cuidadosamente la zona de trabajo. Recorra a pie alrededor de la zona e inspeccione las super cies sobre las cuales se desplazará cuando utilice la cortadora.
11 Preparación para una operación segura Prueba de seguridad de los controles del tractor y de la cortadora de césped Arranque el tractor siguiendo los procedimientos especí cos del manual del operador del fabricante.
12 Preparación para una operación segura Enganche de la cortadora de césped al tractor Cortadoras montadas en enganche de tres puntos: — Consulte los manuales de los fabricantes de la cortadora y del tractor .
13 Arranque con seguridad Cómo realizar un arranque corr ecto Corte la hierba únicamente con luz diurna o en condiciones de buena luz arti cial. Evite lesiones graves o muerte producidas por obje.
14 Operación con seguridad Objetos arrojados por la cortadora de césped (continuación) Cortadoras de disco — Cuando se usa una cortadora de disco, es importante conocer la zona donde se va a cortar .
15 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para la cortadora de césped de montaje inferior Cuando se traslada con una cortadora de césped de montaje inferior: — Mantenga la rampa de descarga extraíble en su lugar y por encima de la abertura de descar ga.
16 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para cortadoras de césped con laterales y montaje lateral Las posiciones elevadas de los laterales reducen la protección de los escudos y aumentan los riesgos de objetos arrojados y contacto con las hojas.
17 Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en terrenos despar ejos (continuación) — Use extremo cuidado para mantener el contr ol de los equipos cuando trabaja en estas condiciones. — Aumente la estabilidad del tractor agregando pesos o lastre en las ruedas y aumentando al máximo la separación entre las ruedas.
18 Prácticas de seguridad para el estacionamiento — Use las zonas designadas o alejadas del tránsito. — Use lugares con suelo rme y nivelado. — Aplique el freno de estacionamiento. — Descienda el equipo de la cortadora de césped hasta el suelo.
19 Apagado con seguridad Descenso correcto — Nunca descienda de equipos en movimiento. — Nunca baje de una máquina saltando. — Descienda con cuidado. — V eri que que no haya peldaños resbaladizos. — Mantenga los pies y las manos lejos de los controles.
20 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación personal Use la ropa de pr otección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le pr oporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales.
21 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación de la máquina Deben controlarse o r educirse las fuentes de energía almacenada (eléctricas, mecánicas, hidráulicas, neumáticas, químicas, térmicas, etc.) al mínimo practicable antes de realizar cualquier pr ocedimiento de mantenimiento, reparación o servicio.
22 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Use ventilación adecuada Si es necesario hacer funcionar un motor en una zona cerrada, elimine del área las emanaciones de escape con una extensión del caño de escape. Si no tiene esa extensión, asegúrese de abrir las puertas y dejar entrar aire del exterior .
23 Riesgos del sistema hidráulico El sistema hidráulico se encuentra bajo presión siempr e que el motor está funcionando; puede conservar presión incluso después de apagar el motor . Haga funcionar todos los controles hidráulicos incluyendo el contr ol hidráulico auxiliar después de que el motor esté apagado.
24 Evite explosiones ¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones graves por explosiones. Las baterías de plomo-ácido producen gases sumamente explosivos, especialmente durante la car ga. Mantenga alejados los arcos, las chispas, las llamas y el tabaco encendido.
25 Mantenimiento de neumáticos y ruedas (continuación) ¡ADVERTENCIA! Los tipos de ruedas y neumáticos que generalmente se encuentran en estos equipos requier en cuidados especiales al realizar servicios para evitar lesiones graves o la muerte. No in e los neumáticos por encima de la pr esión recomendada.
26 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Mantenimiento de las hojas de la cortadora (continuación) — ¿Cómo están hechas las hojas de la cortadora de césped? Están hechas acero para r esortes de aleación de alta resistencia.
Introduction Section 2-1 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION SECTION.
INTRODUCTION TM60/72/84/100 02/11 I ntroduction Section 2-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This Finishing Mower is designed with care and built with quality ma terials by skilled workers.
INTRODUCTION TM60/72/84/100 02/11 I ntroduction Section 2-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Y our RHINO TM finishing mower is des igned for light-duty cu tting such a s lawn maintenanc e plus sm all weed and grass control. With a reasonable amount of prev entive maintenance, your Mower will provide years of dependable ser vice.
INTRODUCTION TM60/72/84/100 02/11 I ntroduction Section 2-4 © 201 1 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 tractor and implem ent.
Assembly Section 3-1 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y SECTION.
ASSEMBLY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Assembly Section 3-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y The TM60, TM72, TM84 and TM 100 mowers will attach to mo st tractors with Cat.
ASSEMBLY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Assembly Section 3-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y A-FRAME A TT ACHMENT FOR TM60-72-84 Attach the rear b race bars (1 ) to the re ar of the deck with 5/8 x 2 bolts(21), flatw asher(23 ), bushing( 15) and 5/8 locknut (18).
ASSEMBLY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Assembly Section 3-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y A-FRAME A TT ACHMENT FOR TM100 Attach th e rear brace bars (1) to the rear of the deck with 5/8 x 2 bolts ( 2 ), flatwasher (3), bushing (4) an d 5/8 locknut (5).
ASSEMBLY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Assembly Section 3-5 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y CASTER WHEEL A TT ACHMENTS Attach the right and lef t Axle Arm Weldment (14) to th e deck with 1/2” bolt s (1 1), flatwasher (8), 1/2” locknuts (10). Install to rear end of slot s in deck.
ASSEMBLY TM60/72/84/100 0 2/11 Assembly Section 3-6 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y DRIVELINE A TT ACHMENT - TO GEARBOX 1. Insert yoke onto splined shaf t. Pull slide collar so yoke and slide onto gearbox shaft. 2. Move yoke ba ck and forth until colla r clicks and locks the yoke in place.
Operation Sectio n 4-1 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION SECTION.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION RHINO TM60/TM72/TM84 and TM100 FINISHING MOWER OPER A TION INSTRUCTIONS Rhino TM60/72/84/a nd TM100 finishing mowers are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1. St andard Equipment and Specifications TM60 TM72 TM84 TM100 Cutting Width 60” 72” 84” 100” Overal.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 2. OPERA TOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualifi ed operator .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-5 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3. TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power cap acity to lift, pull, and oper ate the Power T ake Off (PT O) at the mower’s rated speed while tr aveling at a ground speed between 2 and 5 MPH.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-6 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.3 T ractor Horsepower The horsepower r equired to operate the m ower depends on many factors including the vegetation to be cut, terrain con dition, oper ator exper ience, an d condition of the m ower and trac tor .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-7 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 3.6 Power T ake Off (PTO) Depending on the u nit, the mower is designed to oper at e at a PTO speed of 540 or 1000 RPM. Most tra ctors operate at either 5 40, or a combination of 540 a nd 1000 RPM PTO speeds.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-8 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 4.1 Boarding the T ractor Use both hands and equ ipped handrails and steps for supp ort when boarding the tractor . Never use control levers for suppor t when mounting the tractor .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 02/11 Operation Sec tion 4-9 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 5. ST ARTING THE TRACTOR The operat or must have a complete un derstanding of th e placemen t, function , and opera tional use of all tractor cont rols before starting the tracto r .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-10 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 6.1 Connecting the Mower 1. Make sure the tra ctor is equipped with the correct PT O shaft. Change shafts if needed. 2. Shorte n or remo ve the tra ctor draw bar to avo id interference when rais ing and lowering the mower .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-11 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 8. CUTTING HEIG HT ADJUSTMENT Avoid personal injury! Be sure tractor engine is of f, key is removed, and ALLOW BLADES TO ST OP TURNING before dismounting to make adjust ments.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-12 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 9.1 Driveline Le ngth Modification When fitting the mower to the tractor , the telescoping drive line mus.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-13 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION “Bottoming Out” Check Procedure • Disconnect driveline from the tracto r and slide the profiles together u ntil fully comp ressed. • Place a mark on the inner shield 1/8” from the end of the outer shield .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-14 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10. PRE-OPERA T ION INSPECTION AND SER VICE Before each use, a pre-ope ration inspection and service of the implement and tractor must be perform ed.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-15 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.1 T ractor Pre-Op erat ion Inspection/Service Refer to the tr actor operator ’s manua l to ensure a complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled service is performed accordi ng to the manufacturers recommenda tions.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-16 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The operator’s manual and safety signs af fixed on the unit contain important instru ctions on the saf e and proper use of the equipment.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-17 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.3 Front Gauge Wheel Interference Check Do not operate mowe r until this interference check has been performed. If you change tractors, yo u must pe rform the ch eck for that mounting.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-18 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.4 Cutting Component Inspection Inspect blade p an and blade assembly for the following: OPS-U-0031 Inspect the Blades daily for abnormal we ar .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-19 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 10.5 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 TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-20 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION T r actor PRE-OPERA T ION Inspection T ractor ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: _______.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-21 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Finish Mower PRE-OPERA T ION Inspection Mower ID#________________________Make____________________ Date:__.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-22 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 11 . DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport req uires the operator possess a thorough knowle dge of the model being operated an d precautions to t ake while driving with an att ached implem ent.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-23 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.1 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 .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-24 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.3 R aising the Mower Using the tractor 3-point hi tch control lever , raise the mower off the gro und about 6”, or just h igh enough to cle ar any ground obst acles.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-25 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 11 . 5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines When crossing ditches with steep banks or going up sharp incli.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-26 © 201 1 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 o f path will reduce the possib ility of over-collapse of the driveline and re sulting damag e.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-27 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become ent angled in the operating p arts of the mower head. These items could then swing out side the housing at greater velocities than the blades.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-28 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Rotary Mowers are capable un der adverse conditions of throwing objects for great distances (30 0 feet or more) and causing se rious injury or death. Follow safety messag es carefully .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-29 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 12.4 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 per formance is between 2 and 5 mph(3-8 kph).
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-30 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Do not mow with two machines in the same ar ea except with Cab tractors with the windows closed. (SGM-1 1) Mow only in conditions where y ou have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-31 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION S ta y alert and watch for trees, low hanging limbs, power lines, and other overhead obstacles and solid ground object s while you are operating. Use care to avoid hitting these items .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-32 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION The grass is discharged to the rear and slightly to the righ t. T o keep clipping s off of streets and sidewalks mow two to three p asses clockwise as shown.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-33 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 13. DISCONNECTING THE MO WER FROM THE TRACTOR Before disconnecting the mower , th e PTO must be disengaged an d blade rotation at a complete sto p. Move the mower to a leve l storage location and lower it to the ground.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-34 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Lift Mower-T o disconnect the mower , first extend the tractor 3-point hitch top link to remove tension on the top link hitch pin. When the pin is loose and easy to rotate, remove the pin from the mowe r .
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-35 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 14. MOWER STORAGE Properly prep aring and storing the mower at the en d of the season is critical to maintaining it s appearance and to help ensure years of de pendable service.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-36 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Before transporting th e tractor and mower , idle the tractor engine, di sengage the PTO an d 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 TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-37 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 15.1 T ransporting on Public Roadways Extreme caution should be use d when transporting the tractor and mower on public roadways.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-38 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION Make sure that all tr actor flashing warning lights, headlight s, and brake/tail light s are functioning properly befor e proceeding onto public roads.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-39 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 15.2 Hauling the T ractor and Implement Before transporting a loade d tractor and implement, measure the height and width dimensions and g ross weight of the complete loaded unit.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-40 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION 16. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Remedy STREAKING Slow blade speed. Operate PTO at 540 RPM. Worn blade tips. Replace with G enuine RHIN O Blades.
OPERATION TM60/72/ 84/100 0 2/1 1 Ope ration Section 4-41 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA TION BEL T SLIPPING Belt loose. Repl ace with special RHINO belt. Belt glazed. Use belt dressing or replace. Oil on belt. Clean or replace. BEL T SLIPP AGE Mower overloading , material too Reduce tractor ground sp eed but maintain full PTO rpm.
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Maintenanc e Section 5-1 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SECTION.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-2 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Before operating your Fini shing Mower , make sure it is proper ly lubricated and thoroughly inspected. Only a minimum of time and effort is requir ed to regularly lubr icate and maintain this m achine to provide long life and trouble free oper ation.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-3 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX The Gearbox has been fill ed with lubricant prior to ship ment. However , you should check the oil level before operating, and freque ntly thereafter .
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-4 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE DRIVELINE LUBRICA TION Grease Fitt ings are located on the C ross Assembly of each U-Joint and on th e telescopin g tubes. Gre ase the U-Joint after ea ch 8 hours of use.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-5 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SPINDLE LUBRICA T ION Blade spindles must be lubricated daily (every 10 hrs). Access lubrication fitting th rough hole in outer shields and in center gearbox mounting.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-6 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SHARPENING Always sharpen both cu tting edges of each blade at the same time, the same amount, to maintain balance. Follow original sharpe ning pattern as shown.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-7 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BEL T REMOV AL/INST ALLA TION Shut off mower and tractor . Use following proced ure to access belt and sheaves. 1. Remove driveline from gearbox sh aft. 2.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-8 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE STORAGE Y our rot ary cutter represents an investment from which yo u should get the greatest possible b enefit.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 M aintenance Section 5-9 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-10 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX SER VICING TOOLS NEEDED FOR DISASSEMBL Y AND ASSEMBL Y OF GEARBOX 1. Slide Hammer Puller 2. Loctite #5 900 3. Punch - Long Drif t 4. Needle Nose Pliers 5.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-11 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE GEARBOX DISASSEMBL Y 1. Remove 4 Cover bolts (23) an d drain oil from housing. 2. Remove all grease seals (9 ), (3) and (1 1) by using screw driver to puncture steel case and then pry out each seal.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-12 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE P ARTS INSPECTION Inspect and clean all part s. Check bearings, shaft s, gear s, housing, and cover . Shaft s should be inspected at seal wear areas, bearin g areas, splines, and threads.
MAINTENANCE TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Maintenance Section 5-13 © 201 1 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE BLADE SPINDLE INSTRUCTIONS Mnt-R-0307 ASSEMBL Y PROCEDURE 1. Press (I tem 2) Cup into both e nds of (I tem 6) Hou sing S pindle. 2. Install (Item 3) Bearing into (Item 2) Cup on bottom side of (Item 6) Housing S pindle.
RHINO LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRANTIES 1.01. Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to t he original non-commercial, gover nm ental, or municipal purchaser (“Purchaser”) and wa.
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 be en properly maint ained† and have n ot been subjected to abuse or mis-use except as limited below .
TM60/72/84/100-SOM-02/1 1 P/N 00779788C Printed U.S.A TM60/72/84/100 REAR DISCHARGE FINISHING MOWERS.
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