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Published 08/01
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the Safety and
Operation Instructions contained in this manual before
operating the equipment.
RHINO
®
1020 S. Sangamon Ave.
Gibson City, IL 60936
800-446-5158
Email: parts@servis-rhino.com
Effective S/N FM60-12900 to Currrent
FM72-13900 to Current
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
FM60/72
Side & Rear Discharge
60" & 72" Rotary Mowers
Part No. 00761717C
$0.00
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- Page 1 Operation Instructions contained in this manual before operating the equipment. RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave. Gibson City, IL 60936 800-446-5158 Email: parts@servis-rhino.com FM60/72 60" & 72" Rotary Mowers Effective S/N FM60-12900 to Currrent FM72-13900 to Current © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. Side & Rear Discharge Part No.
- Page 2 TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents.
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Page 3: Before Operating
In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, in cooperation with other industry manufacturers has developed the AEM/FEMA Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety Practices video and guide book. The video will familiarize and instruct mower-tractor operators in safe practices when using industrial and agricultural mowing equipment. - Page 4 Alamo Group Ag. Division is willing to provide one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices Video Please Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video DVD Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video Mower Operator’s Manual AEM Mower Operator’s Safety Manual Requester Name: Requester Address: City...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ... 1-1 Safety Information ... 1-2 Decal Location ... 1-11 Safety Decals ... 1-12 Federal Laws & Regulations ...1-15 INTRODUCTION SECTION ... 2-1 ASSEMBLY SECTION ... 3-1 A-Frame Attachment ... 3-2 Caster Wheel Attachments ... 3-3 Discharge Chute Installation ... -
Page 7: Safety Section
SAFETY SECTION Safety Section 1-1... - Page 8 A safe and careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufac- turer and should be to the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions. The first section of this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that, if followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury or death.
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Page 9: Safety Decals
Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que PELIGRO! si lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas de seguridad. (SG-3) Never operate the Tractor or Implement until you have read and DANGER! completely understand this Manual, the Tractor Operator’s Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Tractor and Implement. - Page 10 Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement. DANGER! Falling off can result in serious injury or death. DANGER! Never allow children to operate or ride on the Tractor or Implement. WARNING! Do not mount the Tractor while the tractor is moving.
- Page 11 WARNING! Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and highways. Make sure the Tractor steering and brakes are in good condi- tion and operate properly.
- Page 12 KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING ELEMENTS to prevent entanglement DANGER! and possible serious injury or death. DANGER! Never allow children to play on or around Tractor or Implement. Children can slip or fall off the Equipment and be injured or killed. themselves or others.
- Page 13 DANGER! All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not limited to) - the Deflectors, Chain Guards, Steel Guards, Gearbox Shields, Hydraulic Tank Shields, and Retractable Door Shields should be used and main- tained in good working condition. All safety devices should be inspected carefully at least daily for missing or broken components.
- Page 14 Replace bent or broken blade with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN BLADES DANGER! SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES. (SGM-10) Do not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with the windows closed. WARNING! (SGM-11) DANGER!
- Page 15 DANGER! There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this Mower. REMEMBER! This machine is often operated in weeds and in heavy grass. The Blades of this Mower can throw objects if shields are not properly installed and maintained. Serious injury or even death may occur unless care is taken to insure the safety of the operator, bystanders, or passersby in the area.
- Page 16 Manuals. Pay close attention to the Safety Signs affixed to the Tractor and Equipment. Servis-Rhino mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Servis- Rhino specifications.
- Page 17 NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on all products manufactured to promote safe operation. Damage to decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning, Rhino will replace the safety decals on any product in the field, free of charge. Contact your Rhino dealer for more information.
- Page 18 1 - 00725746 4 - 00756004 6 - 00756494 9 - D103 FM6072 08/01 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY 5 - 00756005 Safety Section 1-12 3 - 00755742 2 - 00749117 - Not Shown (See Inside Front Cover of Manual) 7 - 00758194 8 - 00760657 13 - 99101...
- Page 19 SAFETY 11 - 00755691 12 - 00763977 14 - 00769897 14 - 00769899 FM6072 08/01 Safety Section 1-13 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
- Page 20 SAFETY 8A - 00773723 6A - 00773723 4A - 00775933 17 - 00776481 FM6072 08/01 Safety Section 1-14 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
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Page 21: Federal Laws & Regulations
FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of federal laws and regulations concerning employer and employee equipment operators. This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the law and should not be considered as such. -
Page 67: Introduction Section
INTRODUCTION SECTION Introduction Section 2-1... - Page 68 This Rotary Mower is designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers. Proper assembly, maintenance, and operating practices, as described in this manual, will help the owner/operator get years of satisfactory service from the machine. The purpose of this manual is to familiarize, and instruct. The Assembly Section instructs the owner/operator in the correct assembly of the Mower using standard and optional equipment.
- Page 69 Your RHINO FM mower is designed for light-duty cutting such as lawn maintenance plus small weed and grass control. With a reasonable amount of preventive maintenance, your Mower will provide years of dependable service. DANGER NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE, RIDE ON, OR COME CLOSE TO MOWER OR TRACTOR.
- Page 70 REPLACEMENT PARTS MAY CAUSE PREMATURE OR CATASTROPHIC FAILURE WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE REPAIR PARTS YOU ARE USING, CONTACT SERVIS-RHINO, P. O. BOX 712, SEGUIN, TX 78156. FM6072 08/01 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
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Page 71: Assembly Section
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Page 72: A-Frame Attachment
The FM60 & 72 Mowers will attach to most tractors with Cat. I Three-Point hitch and a 540 RPM PTO. DO NOT EXCEED HORSEPOWER RECOMMENDATIONS. DANGER! Operating with PTO speed over 540 RPM can cause excessive vibration with subsequent machine failure which can cause serious injury or even death. Never exceed 600 RPM. DEALER SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Assembly of this mower is the reponsibility of the Rhino dealer. -
Page 73: Caster Wheel Attachments
ASSEMBLY A-FRAME ATTACHMENT (cont'd.) Install floating hitch pins to main frame using either the standard or extended hitch postions. See Figures 2 - 4 below for correct installation. Install hitch flats (1) to deck hitch using bolts (4) and locknuts (5), inserting bushings (2 &... -
Page 74: Discharge Chute Installation
DISCHARGE CHUTE INSTALLATION DANGER Keep away. To avoid serious injury or death from thrown objects or blade contact, never operate mower without discharge chute in place. Attach discharge chute to mower platform using four 3/8" x 3/4" bolts (1) and 3/4" locknuts (2) as shown. FIGURE 5. -
Page 75: Operation Section
OPERATION SECTION Operation Section 4-1... -
Page 76: Tractor Preparation
The safe operation of this machine is the responsibility of the operator. The operator should be familiar with the cutter and tractor and all safety practices before starting operation. This mower is designed for lawn or grass mowing. It is not designed for rough conditions or heavy weed mowing. It is equipped with suction type blades for best results in lawn mowing. -
Page 77: Driveline Attachment To Tractor
DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT TO TRACTOR 1. Grab and twist black collar on end of attaching yoke toward cutter. 2. Slide yoke (with collar displaced) onto PTO shaft. 3. Move yoke back and forth until locking collar clicks and locks the yoke in place. WARNING When attaching PTO yoke to tractor PTO shaft, it is important that spring activated locking collar rotates freely and is seated in groove on PTO shaft. -
Page 78: Cutting Speed
To commence operation, reduce engine speed and engage the tractor PTO. Before starting to cut, gradually increase engine speed to develop full PTO speed. Enter the area to cut with the cutter operating at PTO speed and, if it becomes necessary to temporarily regulate engine speed during operations, increase or decrease the throttle gradually. -
Page 79: Detaching And Storing
DETACHING AND STORING Lower the Mower to the Ground. Park the Tractor with the transmission in the correct gear (Automatic Transmission--Park; Standard Transmission-- Neutral). Set the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key, Wait until the PTO stops rotating before getting down from the tractor. Disconnect the driveline from the tractor PTO and store it to prevent it from contacting the ground. -
Page 80: Front Gauge Wheel Interference Check
DRIVELINE LENGTH Raise mower to full transport or until driveline just hits deck at front. If distance between colored tape and outer shield tube is 1-9/16 or less, drive tubes should be shortened per Figure 4. always maintain 1-9/16 clearance when operated in shortest working position. shorten inner and outer guard tubes equally. -
Page 81: Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE STREAKING Slow Blade Speed Worn Blade Tips Dull Blades Blades unable to cut that part of grass pressed down by path of tractor tires or casters Mowing Too Fast Drive Belt Loose Belt Glazed/Slipping Blade Loose on Spindle Conditions to wet for mowing MATERIAL DISCHARGES Material too high and too much... - Page 82 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE BELT SLIPPAGE Mower overloading, material too Reduce tractor ground speed but tall or heavy Oil on belt from over lubrication Be careful not to over lubricate. Belt hung up or rubbing FRAYED EDGES ON COVER Belt misaligned or belt rubbing guide.
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Page 83: Maintenance Section
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Page 84: Lubrication Information
Before operating your Finishing Mower, make sure it is properly lubricated and thoroughy inspected. Only a minimum of time and effort is required to regularly lubricate and maintain this machine to provide long life and trouble free operation. WARNING! Always disengage the PTO before raising the Rotary Cutter for transporting or making adjustments. -
Page 85: Gearbox
MAINTENANCE GEARBOX The Gearboxes have been filled with lubricant to the Test Plug Level prior to shipment. However, you should check the oil level at Test Plug before operating, and frequently thereafter. The gearbox should not require additional lubricant unless the box is cracked or a seal is leaking. It is recommended that the oil level plug be removed after every 8 to 10 hours of operation and oil added until it runs out Test Plug hole. -
Page 86: Driveline Lubrication
DRIVELINE LUBRICATION Grease Fittings are located on the Cross Assembly of each U-Joint and on the telescoping tubes. Grease the U-Joint after each 8 hours of use. Figure 4. Do not force grease through the Needle Cup Assemblies. The telescoping PTO shaft inside the shielding must be lubricated daily. Figure 5. Disconnect driveline from tractor and pull halves apart. -
Page 87: Blade Servicing
BLADE SERVICING Inspect blades before each use to determine that they are properly installed and in good condition. Replace any blade that is bent, excessively nicked, worn, or has any other damage. Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening. Use only original equipment blades on this cutter. -
Page 88: Belt Adjustment Procedure
MAINTENANCE BELT ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE Figure 7. Shut off mower and tractor. Loosen all four nuts (item 1) on gearbox slide plate (item 2). Loosen jam nut (item 3) on tension adjustment bolt (item 4). Tighten adjustment bolt (item 5) until belt deflection along front of belts (item 6 &... -
Page 89: Storage
STORAGE Your rotary mower represents an investment from which you should get the greatest possible benefit. Therefore, when the season is over, the cutter should be thoroughly checked and prepared for storage so that a minimum amount of work will be required to put it back into operation for the next season. The following are suggested storage procedures: 1. -
Page 90: Blade Spindle Service Instructions
BLADE SPINDLE SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS Figure 9 DISASSEMBLY 1. Remove 4 capscrews (#1) from housing. Tap with plastic or wood hammer to break halves apart. Lay top half aside. 2. Remove complete shaft assembly from other housing half. Remove seals (#2) from each end of shaft. Remove retaining ring (#3) near top end of shaft. - Page 91 1. LIMITED WARRANTIES 1.01.Servis-Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or municipal purchaser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial purchaser (“Purchaser”) that the goods purchased are free from defects in material or workmanship.
- Page 93 A) Warranty is ONE-YEAR (12 MONTHS) for Seals (After one year, seals are considerd to be WEARING PARTS and replacment is the users' responsiblity.) B) Users' Gearboxes may be rebuilt by Servis-Rhino or replaced by new or rebuilt Gearboxes at the option of Servis-Rhino.
- Page 94 FM60/72-SOM-08/01 P/N 00761717C Printed U.S.A.
- Page 95 00763505 FILE. SIGNED COMPLETED, SERVIS-RHINO ® SIGN. MUST MACHINE. THIS WITHIN MAILED MUST REGISTRATION EFFECT, MAILBOX. INFORMATION REGISTRATION mailbox. CARD REGISTRATION UNTIL REFUSED SUBMITTED CLAIM PURCHASER DATE DELIVERY SIGNED, WARRANTY WARRANTY THIS IMPORTANT! COPY LAST DROP WARRANTY drop tape, tear),...
- Page 96 BEFORE MAILING WARRANTY CARD, MAKE SURE ALL INFORMATION IS LEGIBLE SERVIS-RHINO Servis-Rhino Model Purchaser Last Name Street & No., RFD, Box, &/or Apt. No. City Dealer City • I have informed the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable, reviewed the contents of the Operator’s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation, and maintenance, reviewed the Safety Signs on implement (and tractor if possible), shown the AEM Mower Safety Practices Video, and reviewed Purchaser’s responsibility to train his operators in safe operation.
- Page 98 1. PRINT FIRMLY. 2. REMOVE WHITE COPY FOR CUSTOMER RECORDS. SERVIS-RHINO Servis-Rhino Model Purchaser Last Name Street & No., RFD, Box, &/or Apt. No. City Dealer City • I have informed the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable, reviewed the contents of the Operator’s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation, and maintenance, reviewed the Safety Signs on implement (and tractor if possible), shown the AEM Mower Safety Practices Video, and reviewed Purchaser’s responsibility to train his operators in safe operation.
- Page 100 1. PRINT FIRMLY. 2. REMOVE WHITE COPY FOR CUSTOMER RECORDS. SERVIS-RHINO Servis-Rhino Model Purchaser Last Name Street & No., RFD, Box, &/or Apt. No. City Dealer City • I have informed the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable, reviewed the contents of the Operator’s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation, and maintenance, reviewed the Safety Signs on implement (and tractor if possible), shown the AEM Mower Safety Practices Video, and reviewed Purchaser’s responsibility to train his operators in safe operation.