Connecting Attaching Heads To The Boom; Connecting Mower Head Hydraulics - Alamo FC-0001 Operator's Manual

4.CONNECTING ATTACHING HEADS TO THE BOOM

1 Start by using a hoist to lower the boom(1) down
to the Machete head(2). Align the Boom with the
Machete Head Hitch Post(3), insert the upper hitch
pin(4) through the Dipper end of the boom and the
Machete Head Upper Hitch Post. Attach with
washer(5), nut(6) , and cotter pin(13).
2. Then align the lower linkage(7) of the Boom and
insert the lower hitch pin(8) throught hitch post.
Attach with nut(9) and bolt(10).
3. Finally make sure all bolts, nuts, and pins are
tightened to recommended torque. OPS-B- 0004_A

4.1 Connecting Mower Head Hydraulics

1. Follow hydraulic connections according to the
Hydraulic Connection Decal on boom. Attach the
Mower Hydraulics to the Boom and the Motor
according to the colors specified on decal. Then
attach the door cylinder hoses from the boom to
the Maverick Heads Door Cylinder according to
the colors specified on decal.
2. When connecting the mower head hydraulic
lines to the boom, keep the hose, quick couplers,
and swivels free of dirt and other contaminants.
Wipe all dirt and other contaminants from the
hydraulic remote ports and mower hydraulic hose
coupler with a clean cloth before connecting. OPS-
B- 0019_A
Avoid contact with hot surfaces including hydraulic oil tanks, pumps, motors, valves and
hose connections. Relieve hydraulic pressure before performing maintenance or repairs.
Use gloves and eye protection when servicing hot components. Contact with a hot surface
or fluid can cause serious injury from burns or scalding.
MAVERICK 3/09
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OPERATION
Operation Section 3-8
(SG-34)