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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 acci- dents.
Table of Contents SAFETY SECTION... 1-1 General Safety Instructions and Practices ... 1-2 Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices... 1-5 Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices... 1-11 Storage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices ... 1-15 Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices... 1-15 Decal Location ...
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Starting the Tractor ... 4-23 Brake and Differential Lock Setting... 4-23 Raising the Mower ... 4-24 Driving the Tractor and Mower... 4-24 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines ... 4-25 OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT... 4-26 Foreign Debris Hazards ... 4-27 Bystanders/Passersby Precautions ...
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In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Industrial, 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.
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Alamo Industrial 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...
Decal Location NOTE: Alamo supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Alamo cares about the safety of its customers, operators, and bystanders, and will replace the safety decals on this product in the field, free of charge (Some shipping and handling charges may apply).
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Use/Repair Shields & Guards Blades/ Thrown Objects Slip Clutch Adjustment Notice to Owner 540 RPM Operation SMV Emblem Alamo Industrial (4 x 5) Alamo Industrial (5 1/8 x 18 3/4) Serial Number Plate Red Reflector Canister, Operators Manual Operators Manual Bolt Lockwasher...
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DANGER! Make certain that drivelines are correct length and are securely attached. P/N 00756494 IMPORTANT - Use only Genuine Alamo Industrial replacement parts. P/N 02925100 PELIGRO! Spanish Translation for Driveline Safety P/N 00773723 WARNING! Maintain shields and deflectors in good condition. Failure to do so may lead to injury or even death.
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DO NOT transport or operate without the SMV. Provided by Tractor Manufacturer. Replace if missing on tractor. P/N 03200347 NAME LOGO - Alamo Industrial P/N 02960766 Name LOGO - Alamo Industrial P/N 00757139 NAME LOGO - A60...
NOTE: Warranties are honored only if completed “Owner Registration and Warranty” forms are received by Alamo Group within thirty days of delivery of the implement. 3. Record the Blade Model and Serial Numbers on the Warranty page at the front of the Operator’s Manual.
1/2" x 1-1/2" bolts (2) and Locknuts (1) (Figure Asm-R-0089) Rear Chain Guards (Optional Equipment) Rear Chain Guard - A60 & A72 (Figure Asm-R- 0087) 1. Attach the Right and Left Deflector Weldment (2 & 3) to the mower deck using 1/2" x 1-1/4" bolts (6) and locknuts.
Pictures contained in this section are intended to be used as a visual aid to to assist in explaining the operation of a rotary mower and and are not of a A60/72 cutter. Some pictures may show shields removed for purposes of clarity.
-Maximum ... 90 HP • 3-Point Hitch: - Lifting Capacity ... A60 - 850.; A72 - 1050 lbs. - Category ... CAT I or CAT II • Front End Weight ... As needed to maintain 20% weight on front axle •...
For most mowing conditions, the A60 mower requires a tractor with a minimum of 30 HP and the A72 mower requires a tractor with a minimum of 40 HP. Operating the mower with a tractor that does not have adequate power may damage the tractor engine.
LIMITED WARRANTIES 1.01. Alamo Industrial 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 1.02. Manufacturer will replace for the Purchaser any part or parts found, upon examination at one of its factories, to be defective under normal use and service due to defects in material or workmanship.
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To keep your implement running efficiently and safely, read your manual thoroughly and follow 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 ACT (1928.51 Subpart C) makes these minimum safety require- ments of tractor operators: REQUIRED OF THE OWNER:...