Driving The Tractor And Mower - Alamo Industrial Hydro 88 Operator's Manual

9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND MOWER

Safe tractor transport requires the operator possess a thorough knowledge of the model being operated and
precautions to take while driving with an attached implement. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handle the
weight of the mower and the tractor operating controls are set for safe transport. To ensure safety while driving the
tractor with an attached mower, review the following.
Read all safety instructions. Decals on the Mower warn you of particular and multiple hazards. Some decals are
attached close to part of the Mower where there is a possible hazard. Read and make sure you understand the
safety messages before you operate the implement. Keep all decals clean and readable. Replace lost or
damaged decals.
Power for operating the mower is supplied from the tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual instructions for
engaging and disengaging the PTO. Start the tractor and idle at a slow engine speed until oil is being pumped.
Always engage the PTO at low engine RPM and run the mower for a short period until all air is removed from the
hoses. Keep all person's well clear of mower since blades can throw objects with great velocity for a considerable
distance! KEEP CLEAR!
Check the fluid level in the Hydraulic Tank and add oil if required. As the air has been forced out of the Hoses, it
goes into the Hydraulic Tank and reduces the volume of oil. Maintain the oil level within the sight gauge located on
the side of the resevoir. Never fill the tank above the sight gauge to allow for the expansion of the oil. The tank
maintains pressure after the mower has been run. Stand off to one side when removing the breather cap element
to prevent possible injury. To relieve pressure remove the breather cap element and depress the spring loaded
pressure valve to release any excess air. Fill with Dexron
DANGER!
This Implement is wider than the Tractor. Be careful when operating or transporting
this equipment to prevent the Implement from running into or striking sign posts, guard
rails, concrete abutments or other solid objects. Such an impact could cause the
Implement and Tractor to pivot violently resulting in loss of steering control, serious
injury, or even death. Never allow the Implement to contact obstacles.
WARNING!
Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating
equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Tractor and Mower and how it handles before
transporting on streets and highways. Make sure the Tractor steering and brakes are in
good condition and operate properly. Before transporting the Tractor and Mower, determine
the safe transport speeds for you and the equipment. Make sure you abide by the following
rules:
1. Test the Tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly. Apply the
Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping characteristics of the Tractor
and Mower. As you increase the speed of the Tractor the stopping distance
increases. Determine the maximum safe transport speed for you and this
Equipment.
2. Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed through
the turn only after you determine that it is safe to operate at a higher
speed. Use extreme care and reduce your speed when turning sharply to
prevent the Tractor and Mower from turning over. Determine the maximum
safe turning speed for you and this equipment before operating on roads
or uneven ground.
3. Only transport the Tractor and Mower at the speeds that you have
determined are safe and which allow proper control of the equipment.
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor with weak or faulty
brakes. When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick roads, the braking distance
increases, use extreme care and reduce your speed in these conditions. When operating
in traffic, always use the Tractor's flashing warning lights and reduce your speed.
aware of traffic around you and watch out for the other guy.
HYDRO 88 & 96 08/03
© 2003 Alamo Group Inc.
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