Servis-Rhino CY72, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...446 5158 Email parts servis rhino com HEAVY DUTY ROTARY CUTTER This Operator s Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all times READ U...

Page 2: ...afety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of acci dents BEFORE YOU START Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual Observe the rules of safety and common sense...

Page 3: ...ls Figure Asm 0011 3 8 OPERATION SECTION 4 1 Standard Equipment and Specifications 4 3 OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS 4 4 TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS 4 5 ROPS and Seat Belt 4 5 Tractor Safety Devices 4 5 3 Point Hitc...

Page 4: ...ACTOR AND IMPLEMENT 4 36 Tire and Wheels 4 36 Transporting on Public Roadways 4 37 Hauling the Tractor and Implement 4 38 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 4 40 MAINTENANCE SECTION 5 1 Lubrication 5 2 Gearbox Lub...

Page 5: ...hown this video and presented you a DVD Video when you purchased your mower If you or any mower operator have not seen this video Watch the Video Read this Operator s Manual and Complete the Video Gui...

Page 6: ...A Mower Operator Safety Video Mower Operator s Manual AEM Mower Operator s Safety Manual Requester Name Phone Requester Address City State Zip Code Mower Model Serial Number Date Purchased DealerSales...

Page 7: ...Safety Section 1 1 2008 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY SECTION...

Page 8: ...warn the owner operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury faced when operating this equipment Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided WILL result in DEATH...

Page 9: ...ged or unreadable obtain and install replacement safety signs immediately SG 5 Operate this Equipment only with a Tractor equipped with an approved roll over protective system ROPS Always wear seat be...

Page 10: ...ifted component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious injury or even death SG 14 The operator and all support pers...

Page 11: ...e Tractor and Implement As you increase the speed of the Tractor the stopping distance increases Determine the maximum transport speed not to exceed 20 mph 30 kph for transporting this equipment Test...

Page 12: ...Implement Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator s alertness and coordination and therefore affect the operator s ability to operate the equipment safely Before operating the Tractor or Implement...

Page 13: ...tward at very high velocities To reduce the possibility of property damage serious injury or even death never allow the cutting blades to contact such obstacles SGM 4 Extreme care should be taken when...

Page 14: ...ILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES SGM 10 Do not let the Blades turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any reason inc...

Page 15: ...Turn curves or go up hills only at a low speed and using a gradual steering angle Rear mounted implements move the center of gravity to the rear and remove weight from the front wheels Make certain b...

Page 16: ...turn without warning and cause immediate entanglement injury or death S3PT 11 Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of equipment and grass fires while operating servicing and repairing the Mower...

Page 17: ...rranties and present a safety hazard Use genuine Rhino mower parts for economy and safety SPRM 1 SEE YOUR RHINO DEALER In addition to the design and configuration of this Implement including Safety Si...

Page 18: ...ote safe operation Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping use or reconditioning Rhino cares about the safety of its customers operators and bystanders and will replace the safety decals on t...

Page 19: ...Thrown Objects 9 00763613 1 INSTRUCT Slip Clutch Adjustment 10 00763977 1 INSTRUCT Notice to Owner 10a D103 1 INSTRUCT 540 RPM Operation D114 1 INSTRUCT 1000 RPM Operation 11 03200347 RELFECT SMV Emb...

Page 20: ...English please find someone who knows how to read English P N 00725746 DANGER Multi Hazard Decal Refer To Front Cover P N 00749117 DANGER Guard Missing Do Not Operate If you see this decal Do Not Oper...

Page 21: ...e securely attached P N 00756494 For safety and to guarantee optimum product reliability always use genuine RHINO replacement parts P N 00760657 PELIGRO Spanish Translation for Driveline Safety P N 00...

Page 22: ...gn material that could become mower thrown objects P N 00769737 Attention Do not operate until all slip clutches are properly adjust and are not frozen P N 00763613 Operator s Manual with repair parts...

Page 23: ...ury Use 1000 RPM PTO Speed Only P N D114 Slow Moving Vehicle Decal Keep SMV reflector clean and visible DO NOT transport or operate without the SMV Provided by Tractor Manufacturer Replace if missing...

Page 24: ...18 2008 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY WARNING Do not store mower vertically on shipping brackets To avoid injury store mower lying down P N D454 CY72 Logo P N D315 INFORMATION 5 Year Gearbox Warranty P N 00...

Page 25: ...TY CY72 01 08 Safety Section 1 19 2008 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY Read Operator s Manual The operator s manual is located inside this canister If the manual is missing order one from your dealer P N 00776...

Page 26: ...peration and servicing of all equipment with which the employee is or will be involved Employer Responsibilities To ensure employee safety during Tractor and Implement operation it is the employer s r...

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Page 71: ...Introduction Section 2 1 2008 Alamo Group Inc INTRODUCTION SECTION...

Page 72: ...ooting Guide helps diagnose difficulties with the Cutter and offers solutions to the problems Safety is of primary importance to the owner operator and to the manufacturer The first section of this ma...

Page 73: ...oses as well to reduce the risk of property damage serious bodily injury or even death from objects thrown out by or from contact with the Cutting Blades The 60 machine requires a minimum of 30 HP for...

Page 74: ...2 Fill out the Warranty Card in full Be sure to answer all questions including the Serial Number of the implement Mail within 30 days of delivery date of this implement NOTE Warranties are honored onl...

Page 75: ...Assembly Section 3 1 2008 Alamo Group Inc ASSEMBLY SECTION...

Page 76: ...position an A frame leg 2 to the inside of a inner lift lug located in the front of the mower The leg must be positioned with the smaller hole to the bottom and the bend of the leg to the center of th...

Page 77: ...ugs and tailwheel beam and retain with a 5 8 x 4 bolt 7 and 5 8 locknut 6 3 Place the mid section of the tailwheel beam between the tailwheel beam support brackets at the desired cutting height Note T...

Page 78: ...e than two inches of wear off lower edge Front Rubber Fabric Deflectors Standard Equipment Front Deflector Figure Asm 0003 1 Attach the Front Bracket 1 to the front of the mower with 1 2 x 3 Bolts 3 F...

Page 79: ...ocknuts 6 Chainguards Optional Equipment at Extra Cost Chainguards Front and Rear Chain Guards Optional Equipment are recommended for higher than normal usage 100 hours or more per year and will provi...

Page 80: ...Flatwashers 6 and Locknuts 5 3 Fasten Rear Plate 8 on both ends of Deflectors 1 2 using 1 2 x 1 1 4 Bolts 4 and Locknuts 5 Driveline Attachment CY60 Figure Asm 0008 Before starting assembly make cert...

Page 81: ...010 1 Fasten the Offset Adapter Hitch Weldment to the lift lugs using the Hitch Pin holes Fasten the Adjustable Leg to the left side lug if the Cutter is to offset to the left The Cutter will make a c...

Page 82: ...nd lockwashers 8 Tighten securely 3 Install chain lugs 3 on either side of tractor top link mounting 5 using bolt or pin of required diameter and length Cat I kit requires a 3 4 diameter bolt Cat II k...

Page 83: ...Operation Section 4 1 2008 Alamo Group Inc OPERATION SECTION...

Page 84: ...to assist in explaining the operation of a rotary mower and are not of a CY60 72 mower Some pictures show shields removed for purposes of clarity NEVER OPERATE this implement without all shields in p...

Page 85: ...at 5 Driveline Protection Slip Clutch Deck Thickness 3 16 Side Skirt 1 4 x 10 3 4 Tires Wheel Laminated Ratings based on actual field performance The Mower is designed for certain mowing applications...

Page 86: ...rotective Equipment PPE for the job conditions when attaching operating servicing and repairing the equipment PPE is designed to provide operator protection and includes the following safety wear PERS...

Page 87: ...operator from falling off the tractor especially during a roll over where the driver could be crushed and killed Only operate the tractor with the ROPS in the raised position and seat belt fastened Tr...

Page 88: ...procedures to mount nonconforming hitches Use the correct hitch pins for the hitch category being used For a Cat I hitch 7 8 lower and 3 4 upper diameter hitch pins are used and Cat II hitches require...

Page 89: ...ble the operating speed of the Implement resulting in excessive vibration thrown objects and blade and implement failure Adapter use will also change the working length of the driveline exposing unshi...

Page 90: ...ide on the Tractor or Implement Falling off can result in serious injury or death SG 10 4 2 Dismounting the Tractor Before dismounting park the tractor and implement on a reasonably level surface appl...

Page 91: ...er is in the lowered position The hydraulic remote control levers are in the neutral position The tractor transmission levers are in park or neutral Refer to the tractor owner s manual for tractor sta...

Page 92: ...nd insert retaining pin into hitch pin 8 Adjust any lower link check chains guide blocks or sway blocks to prevent the mower from swaying side to side and possible con tact with tractor rear tires Not...

Page 93: ...side 6 Securely block up the mower at this height 7 Remove the bolts securing the tailwheel beam positioning bracket to the support brackets and allow the tailwheel to rest at ground level Align beam...

Page 94: ...tighten the jamnuts after the deck pitch has been set OPS R 0002 8 DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT The driveline yoke and tractor PTO shaft must be dirt free and greased for attachment To connect the mower drive...

Page 95: ...ill not bottom out or become disengaged Bottoming out occurs when the inner shaft penetrates the outer housing until the assembly becomes solid it can shorten no more Bottoming out can cause serious d...

Page 96: ...Consult an authorized dealer to purchase the required driveline length NOTE When raising the mower at least 1 clearance must be maintained between the driveline and the mower deck If necessary place a...

Page 97: ...service and inspection Tire condition air pressure Wheel lug bolts Steering linkage PTO shield SMV sign is clean and visible Tractor s lights are clean and functional Tractor Seat belt is in good con...

Page 98: ...ipment with the operator s manual inside Ensure all safety signs are in place and legible Replace missing damaged and illegible decals OPS U 0011 Ensure the mower hitch is securely attached to the tra...

Page 99: ...oken or worn items must be replaced at once to reduce the possibility of injury or death from thrown objects entanglement or blade contact SGM 3 Ensure the tractor PTO master shield and the mower slip...

Page 100: ...ntain rotary balance during operation Ensure carrier hub nut is tightened with the cotter pin inserted and spread OPS R 0041 Replace bent or broken blades with new blades NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN W...

Page 101: ...pe or Any cracks are visible or Deep gouges in the blade s surface are persent or Gouges or chipped areas in the cutting edge are larger than 1 2 12 7mm or The material on the leading edge has been wo...

Page 102: ...BLADE BOLTS on the Blades IMMEDIATELY if either blade bolts has Visible cracks or If the blade bolt crown is worn off or If Blade Bolt has gouges or chipped areas Failure to replace abnormally worn bl...

Page 103: ...ty decals are in place and legible The tongue hitch connection bolts pins are tight There are no cracks in tongue or hitch The tow chain is secured to the tractor mower The hydraulic cylinders pins ar...

Page 104: ...lights function properly The SMV Sign is clean and visible The tires are in good condition with proper pressure The wheel lug bolts are tight The tractor brakes are in good condition The steering link...

Page 105: ...for you and the equipment Make sure you abide by the following rules Test the tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly Apply the Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping characteristics...

Page 106: ...re the tractor brakes are in good operating condition Tractor brakes can be set to operate independently allowing single rear wheel braking action or locked together to provide simultaneous rear wheel...

Page 107: ...perated at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent the operator from stopping quickly during an emergency If the power steering or engine ceases operating stop the tractor immediate...

Page 108: ...g the PTO into the tractor and through the support bearings or downward onto the PTO shaft breaking it off Damage resulting from over collapse of the driveline s inner profile and its outer housing ma...

Page 109: ...RACTOR AND IMPLEMENT AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE The operator must read and understand the Safety and Operation Sections of the implement and tractor operator s manuals These manuals...

Page 110: ...ce Immediately idle the engine speed and disengage the PTO Wait for all mower rotating motion to stop then raise the mower and move the tractor and implement off the object Inspect the area and remove...

Page 111: ...in spread cut material better reduce streaking and make the final cut more uniform SRM 1 11 3 Engaging the Power Take Off PTO Before engaging the PTO make certain that the area is clear of bystanders...

Page 112: ...speed depends on terrain condition and grass type density and height of cut Normal ground speed range is from 2 to 5 mph 3 8 kph Use slow mowing speeds when operating on or near steep slopes ditches...

Page 113: ...o persons behind the mower and use extreme care when mowing in reverse Mow only at a slow ground speed where you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower Never mow an area that you have no...

Page 114: ...ttering of the U joints occurs Sharp turns can cause premature failure of the joints and place pressure on the tractor PTO shaft and could cause extensive mechanical damage to the mower and tractor OP...

Page 115: ...a second time If possible select a mowing pattern that is at a 90 degree angle to the first pass to reduce streaking for a more uniform cut OPS R 0044 Stay alert and watch for trees low hanging limbs...

Page 116: ...lace the transmission in park or neutral and apply the parking brake lower the attached implement to the ground shut down the engine remove the key and wait for all motion to come to a complete stop b...

Page 117: ...all mower grease points and fill gearbox oil levels as detailed in the maintenance section Tighten all bolts and pins to the recommended torque Check the mower for worn and damaged parts Perform repa...

Page 118: ...are completely stopped raise the mower to transport height NOTE When raising the mower maintain 1 clearance between the driveline and mower deck If additional mower deck height is needed for safe tra...

Page 119: ...ake certain that the Slow Moving Vehicle SMV sign is installed in such a way as to be clearly visible and legible When transporting the Equipment use the Tractor flashing warning lights and follow all...

Page 120: ...d implement on public roads Use caution and reduce speed if other vehicles or pedestrians are in the area OPS U 0022 Reduce speed before turning or applying the brakes Ensure that both brake pedals ar...

Page 121: ...that when tightened the chains are pulling downward and against themselves Carefully tighten the securing chains or other fasteners using boomers or binders to apply maximum tension Use extreme care...

Page 122: ...bs Right Hand Threads Worn Blade Bolt Replace Bolt Cutting Too High Blades bent up Replace Blades Blade Carrier bent Straighten or replace Blade Carrier Blades on upside down Turn Blades right side up...

Page 123: ...hen slow down ground speed or raise Mower Use protective device See Clutch Maintenance Tube Broken in Welded Seam Over loaded Replace part See Clutch Maintenance Yoke Broken at Ear Tip Over loaded Rep...

Page 124: ...Oil Seal Race rough Replace Shaft or repair Race Oil Seal installed wrong Replace Seal Oil Seal not sealing in the housing Replace Seal or use a sealant on O D of Seal Bearings loose Adjust Bearings...

Page 125: ...Maintenance Section 5 1 2008 Alamo Group Inc MAINTENANCE SECTION...

Page 126: ...ease gun Failure to maintain proper lubrication will result in damage to U joints gearbox and or driveshaft Lubrication Fitting Location ITEM DESCRIPTION FREQUENCY 1 U Joints 8 hours 2 Gearbox Check D...

Page 127: ...earings into the lower Gearbox cavity Refill to the test plug level Check the oil again before operation after every 40 hours of mowing and at the beginning and end of each mowing season NOTE Overfill...

Page 128: ...Do not force grease through the Needle Cup Assemblies Grease the Round Housing after every 8 hours of use except in sandy soil conditions Some PTO to Hitch connections may necessitate cutting a hole...

Page 129: ...other two lugs into the slots Make certain that the Driveline Integral Shields are free to telescope and rotate around the Driveline without binding Torque Limiter CY72 Avoid overheating of the Torqu...

Page 130: ...ly and damage to gearbox driveline or tractor PTO can occur Blade Blade Carrier Service To remove blades for sharpening or replacement remove the cover plate on deck of mower near gearbox Remove lock...

Page 131: ...n Replace any blade that is bent excessively nicked worn or has any other damage Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening Blade Sharpening IMPORTANT When sharpening blades grind each blade the sa...

Page 132: ...torque values are assigned in manual text Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds Unless Otherwise Stated in the Manual NOTE These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier dry or when lubricated...

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Page 134: ...Manufacturer 2 05 Purchaser is responsible for any labor charges exceeding a reasonable amount as determined by Manufacturer and for returning the goods to the Dealer whether or not the claim is appr...

Page 135: ...ow these directions and the Safety Messages in this Manual The Table of Contents clearly identifies each section where you can easily find the information you need The OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH A...

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