Attention Owner/Operator - M&W SLR5 Operator's Manual

This SLR (Straight Line Ripper) 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, instruct, and train. The Safety Section is a MUST READ section
prior to any use of this implement. The Assembly Section instructs the owner/operator in the correct assembly
of the SLR using standard and optional equipment. Careful use and timely service saves extensive repairs
and costly downtime losses. The Operation Section informs the owner/operator how to work the implement
and explains proper procedures and safe practices prior to and during the operation of the SLR. The Maintenance
Section instructs the owner/operator of all the necessary inspection, lubrication, and general maintenance
needed to insure long life and trouble free operation of your SLR. The Parts Listing section is designed to
familiarize the owner/operator with replaceable parts on the implement.
Safety is of primary importance to the owner/operator and to the manufacturer. 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. Many of the Safety Messages will be repeated throughout the manual. The owner/operator/dealer
should know these Safety Messages before assembly and be aware of the hazards of operating this implement
during assembly, use, and maintenance. The Safety Alert Symbol combined with a Signal Word, as seen
below, is intended to warn the owner/operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury faced
when operating this machine.
CAUTION! The lowest level of Safety Message; warns of possible minor injury. Decals located on the
SLR with this Signal Word are Black and Yellow.
WARNING! Serious injury or possible death! Decals are Black and Orange.
DANGER! Imminent death/critical injury. Red and White Decals.
BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE:
1. Carefully read the Operator's Manual, completely understand the Safety Messages and instructions, and
know how to operate both the tractor and SLR correctly.
2. Fill out the Warranty Card in full, and mail promptly. Be sure to answer all questions, including the Serial
Number of the SLR.
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NOTE: Warranties are honored only if completed "Owner Registration and Warranty" cards are received by
Alamo Group within thirty days of delivery of the SLR.
3. Record the SLR Model and Serial Number on the Warranty card at the front of the Operator's Manual. Keep
this as part of the permanent maintenance file for the SLR.
SLR5&7 02/02
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
INTRODUCTION

ATTENTION OWNER/OPERATOR

Introduction Section 2-2