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  • Page 1 GR260 GR472 GR484 ROTARY MOWER Published 09/15 Part No. 00787504C OPERATOR’S MANUAL This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation Important Operating of this machine and must be and Safety Instructions maintained with the unit at all are found in the Mower times.
  • Page 3 Your Authorized Rhino Dealer may have shown this video and presented you a DVD Video when you purchased your mower. If you or any mower operator have not seen this video, Watch the Video, Read this Operator’s Manual, and Complete the Video Guidebook before operating your new mower.
  • Page 4 Alamo Group Ag. Division will 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 Requester Name:_________________________________Phone: __________________________________ Requester Address:________________________________________...
  • Page 5 A Manual canister is provided on the implement where this manual can be properly stored. If you lose or damage this manual a free replacement manual can be obtained from an authorized Rhino dealer or by down loading the manual from the Rhino website www.servis-rhino.com...
  • Page 6 DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery/ Operation Instructions Dealer should inform the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable. Dealer should inform Purchaser to review the contents of the Operator’s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation and maintenance, to review the Safety Signs on the implement (and tractor if possible) and of Purchaser’s responsibility to train his/her operators of safe operation procedures.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION - LIFT TYPE (Model GR484 Only) ..............3-5 DUAL TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION - LIFT TYPE (Model GR484 Only) ............3-5 A-FRAME INSTALLATION (Quick Hitch) (Model GR260) ................3-6 A-FRAME INSTALLATION (Quick Hitch) (Model GR472 & GR484) ..............3-7 DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT ..........................
  • Page 8 Tractor Horsepower ............................4-5 3-Point Hitch ..............................4-5 Front End Weight .............................. 4-5 Drawbar-Pull Type Mower ..........................4-6 Power Take Off (PTO) ............................4-6 GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR ......................4-7 Boarding the Tractor ............................4-7 Dismounting the Tractor ............................ 4-8 STARTING THE TRACTOR ..........................
  • Page 9 Blade Bolt Inspection ............................5-14 BLADE CARRIER REMOVAL ........................5-15 BLADE CARRIER INSPECTION ........................5-15 BLADE CARRIER INSTALLATION ........................ 5-16 SLIP CLUTCH (GR260) ..........................5-16 SLIP CLUTCH (GR472 & GR484) ........................5-17 SEASONAL CLUTCH MAINTENANCE ......................5-18 STORAGE ..............................5-19...

  • Page 11: Safety Section

    SAFETY SECTION Safety Section 1-1 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 12: General Safety Instructions And Practices

    NOTE: If you want a translation of this safety section in one of the following Languages, please contact: Translations at 1502 E. Walnut Street Seguin, TX 78155; Fax: (830) 372-9529; Safety Section Translations are available in Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Russian. PN GS01 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-2 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 13: Operator Safety

    DO NOT EXCEED IMPLEMENT RATED PTO SPEED • AVOID exceeding rated PTO speeds that may result in broken drivelines or blade failures. SAFETY SIGNS: • REPLACE missing, damaged or unreadable safety signs immediately. PN OS01 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-3 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 14: Connection Or Disconnecting Implement Safety

    • Increased working length exposing unshielded driveline areas and entanglement hazards. DO NOT connect the Mower to a tractor with the PTO directly connected to the Tractor transmission. PN CD02 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-4 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 15: Crushing Hazards

    • USE tongue jack to control implement tongue movement. • USE tongue JACK to lift heavy implement tongues. • AVOID overloading jack to prevent jack failure and injury. PN CH02 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-5 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 16: Thrown Objects Hazards

    3. INSPECT AREA thoroughly before mowing to REMOVE potential THROWN OBJECT HAZARDS, 4. NEVER ALLOW BLADES to CONTACT SOLID OBJECTS like wire, rocks, post, curbs, guardrails, or ground while mowing. PN TO02 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-6 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 17: Thrown Objects Hazards (Continued)

    STOP mowing when EXCESSIVE VIBRATION occurs: 1. STOP PTO and tractor ENGINE. 2. INSPECT mower for vibration source 3. REPLACE any damage parts and bent or damaged BLADES. PN TO02-X GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-7 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 18: Run Over Hazards

    ONLY mount or dismount when tractor and moving parts are stopped. • STOP ENGINE AND PTO, engage parking brake, lower implement, allow all moving parts to stop and remove key before dismounting from tractor. PN RO01 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-8 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 19: Pto Entanglement Hazards

    DO NOT USE PTO ADAPTER. Using a PTO adapter can cause excessive vibration, thrown objects, blade and implement failures by doubling operating speed. Increased working length exposing unshielded driveline areas. PN PE01 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-9 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 20: Mower Blade Contact Hazards

    STOP rotating BLADES disengage PTO and wait for blade to stop rotating before raising mower deck or wings • STOP LOOK and LISTEN before approaching the mower to make sure all rotating motion has stopped. PN MB01 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-10 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 21: High Pressure Oil Leak Hazards

    KEEP hands and body AWAY from pin holes and nozzles ejecting hydraulic fluid. • Injected Hydraulic fluid may cause gangrene if not surgically removed immediately by a doctor familiar with this form of injury. PN HP01 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-11 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 22: Electrical & Fire Hazards

    ADJUST SLIP CLUTCHES to avoid excessive slippage and clutch plate heating. • CLEAR any grass clippings or debris buildup around mower drivelines, slip clutches, and gearboxes. • SHUT OFF ENGINE while refueling. PN EF02 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-12 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 23: Transporting Hazards

    USE low speeds and gradual steering on curves, hills, rough or uneven surfaces and on wet roads • TURN ON tractor FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS. • ALLOW clearance for implement swing while turning. PN TH02 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-13 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 24: Hazards With Maintenance Of Implement

    • Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. PN HM01 GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-14 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 25: Parts Information

    Rhino mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Rhino specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of “will fit”...

  • Page 26: Decal Location - Lift Type

    SAFETY Decal Location - Lift Type NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Rhino 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).
  • Page 27 D388 DANGER Driveline Hazards D137 INSTRUCT CCW Blade Rotation D534 WARNING Blade Bolt Torque 00760657 WARNING Genuine Parts D302 LOGO Rhino (4 x 6) 00771283 WARRANTY 5-Year 00787406 LOGO Rhino (4 x 16) 00787470 NAME GR260 00787471 NAME GR472 00787472...

  • Page 28: Decal Location - Pull Type

    SAFETY Decal Location - Pull Type NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Rhino 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).
  • Page 29 WARNING Jack Positioning D814 DANGER Multi-Language General Safety ** Furnished by Driveline Manufacturer Decal Sheets Name 00781352 (SAFETY) Name 00787467 (GR260 LOGOS) Name 00787468 (GR472 LOGOS) Name 00787469 (GR484 LOGOS) GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-19 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 30: Decal Description

    SAFETY Decal Description GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-20 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 31 SAFETY GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-21 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 32 SAFETY GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-22 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 33 SAFETY GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-23 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 34 SAFETY GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-24 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 35 SAFETY GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-25 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 36 SAFETY GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-26 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 37 SAFETY GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-27 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 38: Federal Laws And Regulations

    Some regulations specify that no one under the age of 16 may operate power machinery. It is your responsibility to know what these regulations are in your own area or situation. (Refer to U.S. Dept. of Labor, Employment Standard Administration, Wage & Home Division, Child Labor Bulletin #102.) GR260/472/484 09/15 Safety Section 1-28 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 40 Contents Acknowledgment ......2 Foreword ........2 Safety Alerts.

  • Page 41: Safety Alerts

    Safety Alerts Symbol Signal Words This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! Signal words are distinctive words that will typically be STAY ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” found on safety signs on the mower and other worksite equipment. These words may also be found in this The Safety Alert Symbol identifi es important safety manual and the manufacturer’s manuals.

  • Page 42: The Industrial/Agricultural Mower

    The Industrial/Agricultural Mower Industrial/Agricultural Mower Types Mowers are used for pasture clipping, crop residue shredding, heavy brush cutting, waterways, right-of- Flail ways, roadside or highway mowing. Also, these mowers are used for cutting grass and other growth in public areas such as parks and cemeteries. Boom Rotary Sickle Bar...

  • Page 43: Follow A Safety Program

    Follow A Safety Program Protect Yourself Wear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions. You must ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields. You may also need: — Hard hat —...
  • Page 44 Follow A Safety Program Avoid Injury From Raised Equipment Avoid Injury From High Pressure Fluid Avoid possible crushing injury from falling mower or Avoid fl uid injection injury due to high pressure fl uid leaks. other raised equipment. High Pressure Fluid Can Inject into the Body Avoid Crushing –...
  • Page 45 Follow A Safety Program Be Alert! For Safe Operation Know where to get assistance. Know how to use a fi rst You must be a qualifi ed and authorized operator for aid kit and fi re extinguisher/fi re suppression system. proper operation of your machine.
  • Page 46 Follow A Safety Program Some Rules You Must Work By (continued) Keep — Only qualifi ed and authorized individuals may operate Children this equipment. Away from — Never allow children to play on, ride on or operate Equipment the equipment. Children are not qualifi ed to operate this equipment.

  • Page 47: Prepare For Safe Operation

    Prepare For Safe Operation Check The Mower And Tractor Equipment Before beginning your work day inspect the machine Walk-Around and have all systems in good operational condition. Inspection WARNING! Prevent possible crushing injury from falling equipment. Hydraulic system or part failure could cause unsupported equipment to fall.
  • Page 48 Prepare For Safe Operation Know The Work Area Correct unsafe conditions. Do not operate in problem areas where debris and obstacles cannot be removed Before you operate the mower thoroughly inspect or marked. the work area. Walk around the area and inspect the Analyze mowing area to determine: surfaces you will travel on when using the mower.
  • Page 49 Prepare For Safe Operation Tractor And Mower Controls Safety Test — Raise and lower mower to check for driveline bottoming out or engagement problems. Start the tractor following the specifi c procedures in the — Check the equipment for excessive vibration and manufacturer’s operator’s manual.
  • Page 50 Prepare For Safe Operation Hitching Mower To Tractor Read and Three-point hitch-mounted mowers: Understand Manuals Before — Refer to mower and tractor manufacturers’ manuals. Operating — Place tractor’s hydraulic power lift (rockshaft) selector lever in down position to avoid unexpected movement.

  • Page 51: Start Safely

    Start Safely Make The Right Start Mow only in daylight or good artifi cial light conditions. Rotating Blades – Avoid serious injury or death from mower-thrown Keep Away objects or blade contact: — Keep chain shields, fl exible or solid defl ector shields or discharge chutes in place and in good repair.
  • Page 52 Operate Safely Mower-Thrown Objects (continued) Disc Mowers — When using a disc mower it is Do Not Mow important to know the area to be mowed. If the operator in Reverse has mowed the fi eld before and is familiar with all obstacles that may be present, it is suffi cient to watch ahead of the mower path for any additional objects that may have entered the fi eld.
  • Page 53 Operate Safely Under Mount Mower Safety Practices When mowing with an under mount mower: Never Stand — Keep removable discharge chute in place and over on Mower – Keep Away discharge opening. — Never stand on a mower housing when the tractor engine is operating.
  • Page 54 Operate Safely Wing And Side Mount Mowers Safety Practices 300 ft (92 m) Raised wing positions reduce shielding protection and Keep Bystanders increases the thrown object and blade contact hazard Away from risks. Mowing Area Avoid possible serious injury or death by thrown objects or blade contact from raising and lowering wings during mowing operations: —...
  • Page 55 Operate Safely Uneven Terrain Mowing Safety Practices (continued) Maintain — Use extreme care to maintain control over the Control, Use Low equipment when operating in these conditions. Speeds — Increase tractor stability by adding wheel weights, ballast and increasing wheel spacing to maximum. Refer to operator’s manual for recommendations.

  • Page 56: Park Safely

    Park Safely Parking Safety Practices — Use designated or out-of-traffi c areas. — Use fi rm level ground locations. Parking Brake — Set parking brake. — Lower raised equipment to ground. Shut down the mower and tractor using proper equipment shut down practice before dismounting tractor.

  • Page 57: Perform Maintenance Safely

    Shut Down Safely Dismounting Properly — Never dismount from moving equipment. Wait for — Never jump from any machines. Moving Parts to Stop — Dismount carefully. — Check for slippery steps. — Keep feet and hands away from controls. — Use handholds and steps during dismount. —...
  • Page 58 Perform Maintenance Safely Prepare Yourself Wear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions. You must ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields. You may also need: — Hard hat — Safety shoes —...
  • Page 59 Perform Maintenance Safely Prepare The Machine — Securely support, block up, or lock up mower wings with approved locking devices before working near or Stored energy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, underneath a wing mower. pneumatic, chemical, thermal, etc.) must be controlled —...
  • Page 60 Perform Maintenance Safely Perform Maintenance Safely Use Proper Ventilation Make sure the hoists or jacks you use are in good repair. Never use jacks with cracked, bent, or twisted parts. If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, Never use frayed, twisted or pinched cables.
  • Page 61 Perform Maintenance Safely Hydraulic System Hazards When venting or fi lling the hydraulic system, loosen the fi ller cap slowly and remove it gradually. The hydraulic system is under pressure whenever the Never reset any relief valve in the hydraulic system to a engine is operating and may hold pressure even after the pressure higher than recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 62 Perform Maintenance Safely Avoid Explosion — Observe the polarity of the batteries and connections. — Make the fi nal cable connection to the engine or the WARNING! Avoid possible serious injury from furthest ground point away from the battery. Never explosion.
  • Page 63 Perform Maintenance Safely Tire And Wheel Maintenance (continued) Never cut or weld on a wheel with an infl ated tire mounted on it. This could cause explosive WARNING! The types of wheels and tires usually decompression. found on this equipment require special care when Check that the tire size and wheel are correctly matched.

  • Page 64: Final Word To The User

    Perform Maintenance Safely Mower Blade Maintenance (continued) — Avoid bending blades. Help prevent mower blades from bending or cracking by avoiding contact with — How are mower blades made? solid objects. Mower blades are intended to cut Mower blades are made of high strength alloy spring grass, shrubs, woody vegetation, and small trees and steel.

  • Page 66: Reconocimiento

    Contenido Reconocimiento ....... 2 Introducción ........2 Alertas de seguridad .

  • Page 67: Alertas De Seguridad

    Alertas de seguridad Símbolo Palabras indicativas Este símbolo de alerta de seguridad signifi ca: Las palabras indicativas son palabras distintivas que “¡ATENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERTA! ¡SU típicamente se encontrarán en letreros de seguridad SEGURIDAD ESTÁ EN RIESGO!” de la cortadora de césped y otros equipos del sitio de trabajo.

  • Page 68: Cortadora De Césped Industrial/Para Agricultura

    Cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura Tipos de cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura Las cortadoras de césped se usan para recortar pasturas, Triturador desmenuzar residuos de cultivos, cortar arbustos, realizar desbroce pesado, cortar la hierba en vías de agua, derechos de paso, costados de caminos o autopistas. Además, estas cortadoras se usan para cortar la hierba y otras plantas en zonas públicas como parques y cementerios.

  • Page 69: Cumplimiento Del Programa De Seguridad

    Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Protéjase a sí mismo Use la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le proporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales. Puede necesitar también: —...
  • Page 70 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Evite las lesiones provocadas por equipos elevados Si un fl uido se inyecta en la piel, debe ser extraído dentro de pocas horas por personal médico Evite posibles lesiones de aplastamiento por caídas de la familiarizado con este tipo de lesión.
  • Page 71 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad ¡Manténgase alerta! Para una operación segura Sepa dónde obtener asistencia. Sepa cómo usar un Usted debe ser un operador cualifi cado y autorizado equipo de primeros auxilios y un extintor de incendios/ para operar la máquina correctamente. Debe comprender sistema de supresión de fuego.
  • Page 72 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Algunas reglas que debe cumplir al trabajar (continuación) Mantenga — Únicamente personas cualifi cadas y autorizadas a los niños alejados pueden manejar estos equipos. de los equipos — Nunca permita que los niños jueguen en los equipos, viajen en ellos o los hagan funcionar.

  • Page 73: Preparación Para Una Operación Segura

    Preparación para una operación segura Revise los equipos de la cortadora de césped y el marcadas; incluya los pernos y sujetadores de las hojas. Nunca enderece o suelde en las hojas. tractor — Asegúrese de que el escudo para objetos que son Antes de comenzar la jornada de trabajo, inspeccione la arrojados se encuentre correctamente instalado y en buen máquina y asegúrese de que todos los sistemas estén en...
  • Page 74 Preparación para una operación segura Familiarícese con la zona de trabajo Corrija las condiciones no seguras. No opere en áreas con problemas donde no se puedan retirar o marcar los Antes de hacer funcionar la cortadora de césped, residuos y los obstáculos. inspeccione cuidadosamente la zona de trabajo.
  • Page 75 Preparación para una operación segura Prueba de seguridad de los controles del tractor y de la cortadora de césped Use el ROPS Arranque el tractor siguiendo los procedimientos y el cinturón de seguridad específi cos del manual del operador del fabricante. Estos procedimientos normalmente incluyen: —...
  • Page 76 Preparación para una operación segura Enganche de la cortadora de césped al tractor Lea y asegúrese Cortadoras montadas en enganche de tres puntos: de comprender los — Consulte los manuales de los fabricantes de la manuales antes de comenzar la cortadora y del tractor.

  • Page 77: Arranque Con Seguridad

    Arranque con seguridad Cómo realizar un arranque correcto Corte la hierba únicamente con luz diurna o en condiciones de buena luz artifi cial. Hojas giratorias – Manténgase Evite lesiones graves o muerte producidas por objetos arrojados por la cortadora o por el contacto con las hojas: —...
  • Page 78 Operación con seguridad Objetos arrojados por la cortadora de césped Apague la TDF, espere que las hojas dejen de girar, eleve la cortadora y, después, retroceda. (continuación) Corte desplazándose en sentido de avance. Cortadoras de disco — Cuando se usa una cortadora de disco, es importante conocer la zona donde se va a cortar.
  • Page 79 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para la cortadora de césped de montaje inferior Nunca se pare sobre la cortadora Cuando se traslada con una cortadora de césped de de césped – montaje inferior: Manténgase alejado — Mantenga la rampa de descarga extraíble en su lugar y por encima de la abertura de descarga.
  • Page 80 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para cortadoras de 300 ft césped con laterales y montaje lateral (92 m) Mantenga a las personas ajenas Las posiciones elevadas de los laterales reducen la alejadas de la zona protección de los escudos y aumentan los riesgos de de corte objetos arrojados y contacto con las hojas.
  • Page 81 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en terrenos desparejos (continuación) Mantenga — Use extremo cuidado para mantener el control de los el control, equipos cuando trabaja en estas condiciones. desplácese — Aumente la estabilidad del tractor agregando pesos o lastre en las ruedas y aumentando al máximo la separación entre las ruedas.

  • Page 82: Estacionamiento Seguro

    Estacionamiento seguro Prácticas de seguridad para el estacionamiento — Use las zonas designadas o alejadas del tránsito. Aplique el freno de — Use lugares con suelo fi rme y nivelado. estacionamiento — Aplique el freno de estacionamiento. — Descienda el equipo de la cortadora de césped hasta el suelo.

  • Page 83: Realización De Mantenimiento Con Seguridad

    Apagado con seguridad Descenso correcto — Nunca descienda de equipos en movimiento. Espere hasta que las — Nunca baje de una máquina saltando. piezas móviles se detengan — Descienda con cuidado. — Verifi que que no haya peldaños resbaladizos. — Mantenga los pies y las manos lejos de los controles. —...
  • Page 84 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación personal Use la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le proporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales. Puede necesitar también: —...
  • Page 85 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación de la máquina Deben controlarse o reducirse las fuentes de energía Prepare los sistemas de la almacenada (eléctricas, mecánicas, hidráulicas, máquina para neumáticas, químicas, térmicas, etc.) al mínimo realizarles servicios practicable antes de realizar cualquier procedimiento de mantenimiento, reparación o servicio.
  • Page 86 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Use ventilación adecuada Si es necesario hacer funcionar un motor en una zona Retire la llave y cerrada, elimine del área las emanaciones de escape lea el manual de con una extensión del caño de escape. Si no tiene esa mantenimiento extensión, asegúrese de abrir las puertas y dejar entrar aire del exterior.
  • Page 87 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Riesgos del sistema hidráulico Cuando ventila o llena el sistema hidráulico, afl oje la tapa de llenado con lentitud y retírela gradualmente. El sistema hidráulico se encuentra bajo presión siempre Nunca restablezca una válvula de alivio del sistema que el motor está...
  • Page 88 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Evite explosiones — Asegúrese de que las máquinas no se estén tocando. — Observe la polaridad de las baterías y conexiones. ¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones graves por — Realice la conexión fi nal de cable al motor o al punto explosiones.
  • Page 89 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Mantenimiento de neumáticos y ruedas (continuación) Evite la explosión ¡ADVERTENCIA! Los tipos de ruedas y neumáticos de los neumáticos que generalmente se encuentran en estos equipos requieren cuidados especiales al realizar servicios para evitar lesiones graves o la muerte. No infl e los neumáticos por encima de la presión No infl e neumáticos con gases infl amables o con sistemas recomendada.

  • Page 90: Palabras Fi Nales Para El Usuario

    Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Mantenimiento de las hojas de la cortadora — Evite doblar las hojas. Contribuya a prevenir que las hojas de la cortadora se doblen o rajen evitando el (continuación) contacto con objetos sólidos. Las hojas de la cortadora —...
  • Page 91 INTRODUCTION SECTION Introduction Section 2-1 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 92 INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Rhino customer. Your Rotary Cutter has been carefully designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers to give maximum service with minimum down time. This manual is provided to give you the necessary operating and maintenance instructions for keeping your rotary cutter in top operating condition.

  • Page 93: Slip Clutch (Gr260)

    INTRODUCTION Built on the tradition of the Rhino Gyro Family of Super-Duty Rotary Cutters, Rhino GR cutters provide outstanding performance and long life for shredding stalks, cutting grass and weeds, chopping tree or vine trimmings, and cutting heavy brush up to 4-1/2” in diameter.
  • Page 94 PARTS and replacement is the users' responsibility.) B. Users' Gearboxes may be rebuilt by Rhino or replaced by new or rebuilt Gearboxes at the option of Rhino. 2. ONE-YEAR (12 months) LIMITED WARRANTY** on the DRIVELINE components provided they have been properly maintained†...
  • Page 95 LIMITED WARRANTIES 1.01. Rhino 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 (“Purchaser”) that the goods purchased are free from defects in material or workmanship.
  • Page 97 ASSEMBLY SECTION Assembly Section 3-1 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 98 15” Wheels, Chain Guards. Extra Equipment items include: Chain Guards, Solid Guards, Dual Wheels, Hitch and Spring Assembly (Axle). The Components of these machines are quite heavy. Block all components up securely before working under or putting extremities under such parts. GR260/472/484 09/15 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 99 ASSEMBLY SHIELD ASSEMBLY SLIP CLUTCH SHIELD (GR260) 1. Insert 5/16 x 1 bolts with flatwasher (2) and lockwasher (3) through holes in both shields and screw into tapped holes in gearbox cap. 2. Clip chain from driveline to shield as shown.
  • Page 100 ASSEMBLY TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION (Model GR260) Align Tail Wheel Beam Weldment (1) between pivot brackets located behind gearbox mount on the Mainframe Weldment. NOTE: Long side of caster fork pivot tube is positioned up. Attach the Tail Wheel Beam Weldment (1) to the Mainframe Weldment with one 5/8”...
  • Page 101 2. Attach the brackets (5) to the deck using bolts (29) and nuts (30). Insert bolt (29) through holes in brackets (5) and (4) which will give approximate desired cutting height. Install locknut (30) and tighten all bolts. GR260/472/484 09/15 Assembly Section 3-5 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 102 ASSEMBLY A-FRAME INSTALLATION (Quick Hitch) (Model GR260) 1. Attach the A-Frame Bars (2) to the right and left Hitch Lugs (14 & 15) with two 5/8” x 2” bolts (16), 5/8” washers (17), bushing (18) and 5/8” locknuts (19) Figure Asm-R-0342.
  • Page 103 6. Insert 5/8” x 2” bolt (13) through 2nd hole from front in rear braces (1) and secure with locknut (10). 7. Insert 5/8” x 3-1/2” bolt (11) through rear holes in flex links (3) through bushing (12) with bushing over or on top of rear braces (1). Figure Asm-R-00591 GR260/472/484 09/15 Assembly Section 3-7 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 104 Insert tongue lugs (4) between mainframe uprights and retain using special pin (16). Insert retaining clip (17) to retain pin. Be sure to install bushing (19) on each side to eliminate side movement. Figure Asm-R-0405 GR260/472/484 09/15 Assembly Section 3-8...
  • Page 105 (6) and bearing assembly (8) and insert bolt (10) through bearing assemblies and retain with locknut (11). Install spacer tube (12) into bearing assembly (8). Attach shield to jackshaft support and bearing assembly using flatwasher (13) and wingnut (14). Figure Asm-R- GR260/472/484 09/15 Assembly Section 3-9 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 106 (4) and locknuts (6). Tighten all bolts. Attach level lift rod assemblies to axle (1) Figure Asm-R-0406 and tongue (1) Figure Asm-R-0405 using clevis pin (15), flatwashers (31) and cotter pin (38). NOTE: The adjusting nuts on control rods should be to rear of machine. Figure Asm-R-0406 GR260/472/484 09/15 Assembly Section 3-10 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 107 Install the Wheels on the Wheel Hubs. Note: If Laminated Tires are used, place the flat side of the Lug Nut against the Wheel Asm-R-0127. Note direction of travel and curvature of rubber segments in tire and install as shown in Asm-R-0127. GR260/472/484 09/15 Assembly Section 3-11 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 108 (1), and washers (3). Rear Chain Guard ” ” Attach Chainguard to deck using 1/2 x 1-1/2 bolts (2), flatwashers (3) and locknuts (4). DOUBLE ROW CHAIN GUARDS (Optional Equipment) GR260/472/484 09/15 Assembly Section 3-12 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 109 NOTE: For additional safety in transport, raise mower as high as possible without allowing the driveline to contact the deck, and shorten the chains as much as possible to prevent inadvertent falling in transport. NOTE: GR472 and GR484 Units use a Cat II Kit. GR260/472/484 09/15 Assembly Section 3-13 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 111 OPERATION SECTION Operation Section 4-1 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 112 RHINO GR260/GR472/GR484 ROTARY MOWER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Rhino rotary mowers are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers. These mowers are designed to cut grass, weeds, small brush and other vegetative material up to 4-1/2” diameter in areas such as pastures, industrial areas, and roadsides.
  • Page 113 Serious injury or death to the operator or others could result if the operator is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. (SG-27) GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-3 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 114 • Certified approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt. • Tractor Safety Devices ....Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem, lighting, PTO master shield • Tractor Horsepower:....GR260 GR472 GR484 Mower -Minimum ......35 HP 55 HP Lift 60 HP, Pull 30 HP -Maximum......90 HP...
  • Page 115 The tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to lift at least 1000lbs. (Model 260) 1560 lbs. (Model GR472) and 1860 lbs. (Model GR484). Models GR260 and GR472 are designed to be mounted on CAT l or CAT II 3-Point or CAT II Quick Hitch. The Model...
  • Page 116 PTO output shaft and the driveline of the mower. An authorized tractor dealer can provide the over-running clutch and its installation if needed. OPS-R- 0066_B GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-6 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 117 Operator’s Manuals, been trained in proper operation of the tractor and Implement, and are physically large enough to reach and operate the controls easily. (SG-11) GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-7 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 118 Place the tractor shift lever into a low range or parking gear to prevent the tractor from rolling. Never dismount a Tractor that is moving or while the engine is running. Operate the Tractor controls from the tractor seat only. (SG-9) GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-8 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 119 Always shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement and Tractor hitches. (S3PT-15) GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-9 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 120 Coupler making mounting dismounting your mower easier. The 3-Point Quick Hitch is also designed to connect the cutter to a tractor’s three-point linkage without the use of a Quick-Attach Coupler. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-10 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 121 When not in use, store the safety chain to protect it from mud or standing water by wrapping the chain around the tongue. Replace the safety chain if one or more links or end fittings are broken, stretched or otherwise damaged or deformed. OPS-U-0039 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-11 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 122 3. Shut down the tractor and remove the key. 4. Adjust the mower deck front to rear by extending or retracting the 3-point top link. Always set front of deck 3/4” lower than rear for best performance. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-12 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 123 Note: Install optional check chains when there is a problem with the hydraulic 3-Point lift maintaining a set height or when a constant pre-adjusted cut height is required. See Check Chains in the Assembly Section for this accessory. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-13 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 124 Note: Never raise the 3-point lift with the mower attached as catastrophic driveline damage will occur. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-14 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 125 Never raise the 3-point lift with the mower attached as catastrophic driveline damage will occur. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-15 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 126 Adjust the leveling rods the same amount and maintain equal tension in the rods. Improper adjustment may cause rods to snap or bend. Retighten the jamnuts after the deck pitch has been set. OPS-U-0041 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-16 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 127 At its shortest length, there must be at least a 1” clearance between each profile end and opposite profile universal joint. At its farthest operating extension, a minimum profile engagement of 6” must be maintained. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-17 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 128 NOTE: When raising the mower, at least 1” clearance must be maintained between the driveline and the mower deck. If necessary, place an upper lift stop on the 3-point hitch control lever to limit the height the mower can be raised. OPS-R-0005_B GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-18 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 129 Position the mower at multiple angles and perform the above procedure. Determine the sharpest turning radius that maintains a safe operating angle and note this position to the operator. OPS-R-0006 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-19 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 130 Make sure all pins have cotter pins and washers. Serious injury may occur from not maintaining this machine in good working order. (SG-21) GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-20 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 131 Ensure the manual canister is secured to the equipment with the operator’s manual inside. • Ensure all safety signs are in place and legible. Replace missing, damaged, and illegible decals. OPS-U- 0011 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-21 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 132 Missing, broken, or worn items must be replaced at once to reduce the possibility of injury or death from thrown objects, entanglement, or blade contact. (SGM-3) GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-22 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 133 Replace damaged, worn and missing blades as complete sets to maintain rotary balance during operation. • Ensure blade pan nut is tightened with the cotter pin inserted and spread. OPS-R-0041 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-23 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 134 • Ensure blade pan nut is tightened with the cotter pin inserted and spread. OPS-R-0041 8.3 Cutting Component Inspection Inspect blade pan and blade assembly for the following: OPS-U-0031_B GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-24 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 135 To help prevent structural damage caused by loose hardware, tighten gearbox mounting hardware as specified. Check the fastener torque after first 8 hours of use and every 50 hours thereafter. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-25 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 136 Failure to replace abnormally worn blades may lead to catastrophic failure of the blades and ejection of the broken part with tremendous force which may cause serious bodily injury or death. OPS-U-0032 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-26 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 137 Failure to replace abnormally worn blade bolts may lead to catastrophic failure of the blades and ejection of the broken part which may cause serious bodily injury or death. Always replace Blade Bolts with new bolts whenever replacing the Blades. OPS-U-0037_A GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-27 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 138 The engine coolant fluid level is full The radiator is free of debris The air filter is in good condition Operator’s Signature: DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or MOWER GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-28 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 139 Blades are not chipped, cracked or bent Blade bolts are tight Wheel lug nuts are tight Transport locks are in good condition Make: ________________ Shift: __________________ Operator’s Signature: DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or MOWER GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-29 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 140 When operating in traffic always use the Tractor’s flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of traffic around you and watch out for the other guy. (SG-19) GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-30 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 141 When operating in traffic, always use the Tractor’s flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of traffic around you and watch out for the other guy. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-31 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 142 Use extreme caution when operating on steep slopes. Keep the tractor in a low gear when going downhill. DO NOT coast or free-wheel downhill. OPS-R-0019 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-32 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 143 When confronted with an incline or ditch, do not approach from an angle which is perpendicular or straight on as damage to or over-collapse of the driveline may occur. OPS-R-0021_A GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-33 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 144 Stop mowing immediately if blades strike a foreign object. Repair all damage and make certain rotor or blade carrier is balanced before resuming mowing. (SGM-05) GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-34 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 145 If a bystander comes within 300 feet of the tractor while the mower is being operated, stop the tractor at once, idle the engine and disengage the PTO. Do not engage the PTO again until all bystanders are well past the 300 foot distance. OPS-R-0024 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-35 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 146 Do not put hands or feet under mower decks. Blade Contact can result in serious injury or even death. Stay away until all motion has stopped and the decks are securely blocked up. (SGM-09) GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-36 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 147 ROPS in the raised position or a ROPS cab. The mower is designed to cut vegetation up to 2-1/2” (GR260) and up to 4-1/2” (GRGR472 and GR484) in diameter. Sharp blades will produce a cleaner cut and require less power. Travel at a speed that allows the mower sufficient time to cut through the vegetation and maintain the PTO operating speed to prevent overloading the mower and tractor.
  • Page 148 12” from ground level, disengage the tractor PTO and wait for all mower rotation to come to a complete stop before proceeding to raise the mower. OPS-R-0027_B GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-38 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 149 Tire damage can occur when driving over hot material. Oil and grease on the tractor and mower could ignite resulting in equipment destruction. Carry a fire extinguisher on the tractor at all times to extinguish possible fires encountered GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-39 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 150 Mower sections or wings are adjusted to be close and parallel to ground without exposing blades. • MOWING AREA has been inspected and foreign materials and debris have been removed. • PASSERSBY are inside enclosed vehicle. OPS-U-0040 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-40 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 151 OPS-R-0030_A Never stand or allow another person to stand between a running Tractor and the Mower when disconnecting the Implement from the Tractor 3-point hitch. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-41 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 152 Do not let the driveline fall into mud or dirt, which can contaminate the bearing and shorten the life of the driveline. OPS-R-0031_B GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-42 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 153 By using good judgement and following safe transport procedures, the possibility of accidents while moving between locations can be substantially minimized. OPS-U- 0017 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-43 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 154 15 MPH. Excessive speed can cause damage to the machine and tire sections. Sectional tires must be installed such that the rubber segments lay with the ground. OPS-R-0035_A GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-44 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 155 Consult an authorized tractor dealer for lighting kits and modifications available to upgrade the lighting on older tractor models. OPS-U- 0021 GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-45 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 156 If during transport a hard braking, sharp turning, or swerving action was performed, stop at the next safe location to inspect the security of the load. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-46 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 157 (Refer to the “Operation Section- Distribution Setting the Mower- Setting Deck Height”) Excessive ground speed Reduce ground speed. Conditions too wet. Wait for conditions to dry. Reduce ground speed. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-47 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 158 PTO engaged at high engine RPM Idle engine to engage PTO Cutting in rocky conditions Increase cutting height. Blade carrier RPM too high. Check gearbox ratios. Blades not properly heat treated. Consult your Dealer. GR260/472/484 09/15 Operation Section 4-48 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 159 MAINTENANCE SECTION Maintenance Section 5-1 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 160 • Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. PN HM01 GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 161 Rhino mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Rhino speci- fications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce mower performance, void warranties, and present a safety hazard.
  • Page 162 MAINTENANCE GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 163 MAINTENANCE GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-5 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 164 Filler Plugs are located on top of all Gearboxes. The required lubricant is Multi- Purpose Gear Oil P/N 00786250 with a capacity of 3 quarts (GR260) and 6-1/2 quarts (GR472 and GR484) FIGURE AsmP-R-0033.
  • Page 165 Grease Fitting holes for lubrication. Lubricate the shield bearings every 40 hours. Make certain that the Driveline Integral Shields are free to telescope and rotate around the Driveline without binding. GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-7 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 166 (Figure MntP-R-0012) Grasp the Yoke and shield tube and pull shaft from the shield. (Figure MntP-R-0013) Grease the shield bearing grooves on the yokes and the inner telescoping member before assembly. GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-8 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 167 (Figure MntP-R-0016) Install two shield bearings per half shaft by pushing one bearing in each bearing hole. The shield bearings should be installed in the direction of the shaft rotation relative to the shields GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-9 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 168 U-Joint while trying to rotate the shaft on the other side of the U-Joint. If there is noticeable movement in the Driveline replace the U-joint before it causes severe damage to the Driveline. GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-10 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 169 Driveline Safety Manual for more information on the safe use of a driveline during normal operation and maintenance. Or type in your internet browser the following web address: www.algqr.com/dme Ops-0009-MISC GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-11 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 170 NOTE: Replace Blades in pairs after no more than 1/2” notch wear. GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-12 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 171 Remove locknut from blade bolt through inspection hole in deck of mower near the gearbox to remove blades for sharpening or replacement. See Figure MntP-R-0071. Always use new blade bolt and locknut when replacing blades. GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-13 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 172 Failure to replace abnormally worn blade bolts may lead to catastrophic failure of the blades and ejection of the broken part which may cause serious bodily injury or death. Always replace Blade Bolts with new bolts whenever replacing the Blades. OPS-U-0037_A GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-14 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 173 GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-15 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 174 If the carrier is loose, retighten the retaining nut before operating the mower. SLIP CLUTCH (GR260) If a slip clutch is incorporated in the PTO driveline, it is designed to slip, absorb the shock load, and protect the driveline.
  • Page 175 Missing, broken, or worn items must be replaced at once to reduce the possibility of injury or death from thrown objects, entanglement, or blade contact. (SGM-3) GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-17 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 176: Seasonal Clutch Maintenance

    (check the mark). 5. Turn tractor off and tighten the nuts on the springs to their original position. NOTE: See specific information for tightening bolts on previous pages. GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-18 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 177: Storage

    NOTE: These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier, dry or when lubricated with normal engine oil. They do not apply if special graphited or molydisulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are used. This applies to both UNF fine and UNC coarse threads. GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-19 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 178 MAINTENANCE GR260/472/484 09/15 Maintenance Section 5-20 © 2015 Alamo Group Inc.

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