Tractor Requirements - RHINO FN180 Operator's Manual

2. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power capacity to lift, pull, and operate the Power Take
Off (PTO) at the mower's rated speed while traveling at a ground speed between 2 and 5 MPH. Operating the
mower with a tractor that does not meet the following requirements may cause tractor or mower damage and
be a potential danger to the operator and passersby.
Tractor Requirements and Capabilities
• ASABE approved Cab with Protective Structure and seat belt.
• Tractor Safety Devices .................... Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem, lighting,
• Tractor Horsepower -Minimum ........ FN120 NITRO, FN180 NITRO 70HP
• -Maximum ........................................ 540 RPM Unit-200 HP; 1000 RPM Unit 250 HP
• Drawbar............................................ Set length according to operating speed of the mower and driveline
type, rated to carry weight of the mower, safety chain attachment point
• Tongue Weight ................................. 3200 lbs.
• Hydraulics ........................................ Minimum of 1 hydraulic port (extra 3-spool valve required). Minimum
2 ports, 3 ports recommended if additional,3-spool control valve is not used.
• Front End Weights............................ As needed to maintain 20% weight on front axle
• Power Take Off ................................ Operating speed and shaft size depends on operating speed and
driveline type of the mower.
• Tire Wheel Spacing .......................... Set tires minimum width of 60" from inside to inside of tires.
2.1 ROPS and Seat Belt
The tractor must be equipped with a Factory Cab and seat belt to protect the operator from falling from the
tractor and being crushed or run over by the tractor and/or implement resulting in serious injury or death. Only
operate the tractor while seated in the operator's seat with the seatbelt securely fastened around the operator
OPS-U- 0051
2.2 Tractor Safety Devices
If transporting or operating the tractor and implement near a public roadway, the tractor must be equipped with
proper warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of
the unit. Lights and a SMV emblem must be equipped directly on implements if the visibility of the tractor
warning signals are obscured.
Maintain all manufacturer equipped safety shields and guards. Always replace shields and guards that were
removed for access to connect, service, or repair the tractor or implement.
with the PTO master shield missing or in the raised position. OPS-U- 0004
2.3 Tractor Horsepower
The horsepower required to operate the mower depends on several operating factors including the vegetation
to be cut, terrain condition, operator experience, condition of the mower and tractor, and others. For most
mowing conditions, the FN180/120 NITRO mower requires a tractor with a minimum of 70 HP. Operating the
mower with a tractor that does not have adequate power may damage the tractor engine. Exceeding 100 HP
for a 540 RPM drive and 140 HP for a 1000 RPM drive may cause mower damage by overpowering the unit in
heavy cutting conditions.
FN180/FN120 07/12
© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
PTO master shield
Operation Section 4-4
Never operate the tractor PTO