Alamo Industrial Versa Series Operator's Manual page 132

DITCHER HEAD INSPECTION
• Inspect blades and bolts on ditcher head
assembly for looseness and excessive wear.
Make sure the unit is securely blocked up
before doing maintenance. Replace damaged
and worn blades as complete sets to maintain
unit balance.
• Ensure hydraulic lines are properly connected
to the hydraulic motor. Check for hydraulic
leaks along hoses and fittings. DO NOT use
your hands to check for oil leaks. Use a piece
of heavy paper or cardboard to check for
hydraulic oil leaks.
• Ensure rubber deflectors are in position and not
damaged. Replace worn, broken, and missing
sections immediately.
• Ensure hydraulic cylinder is installed and retained correctly. Ensure the proper size pins are used to retain
the cylinder in place and are secured with pins. OPS-B- 0029
Do not put hands or feet under mower decks. Blade Contact can result
in serious injury or even death.
stopped and the decks are securely blocked up.
SICKLE BAR HEAD INSPECTION
• Inspect blade and bolts for looseness and
excessive wear. Make sure the unit is securely
blocked up when crawling underneath or set on
ground before doing maintenance.
damaged and worn blade to keep unit operating
properly.
• Ensure hydraulic cylinder is installed and
retained correctly. Ensure the proper size pins
are used to retain the cylinder in place and are
secured with pins.
• Ensure hydraulic lines are properly connected
to the hydraulic valve and cylinder. Check for
hydraulic leaks along hoses and fittings. DO
NOT use your hands to check for oil leaks. Use
a piece of heavy paper or cardboard to check
for hydraulic oil leaks. OPS-B- 0050
Versa 03/09
© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
Stay away until all motion has
Replace
Operation Section 3-20
(SFL-2)