Alamo 800 User Manual

© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.$0.00800Published 01/11 Part No. 00762259COPERATOR’S MANUAL RHINO® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave.Gibson City, IL 60936800-446-5158Email:

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPeriodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace whennecessary with authori

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYOperate the Tractor and/or Implement controls only while properly seated in the Tract

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYRear Blades can fall down if not properly supported. Always use the stand on the fro

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal LocationNOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe oper

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYITEM PART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION1. 00725746 1 PELIGRO Translate Safety Material2.

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-11© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal DescriptionPeligro Translation, If you do not know how to readEnglish, please

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-12© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYSlow Moving Vehicle Decal. Keep SMV reflectorclean and visible. DO NOT transport or

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-13© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNAME LOGO - 800 00762256Red Reflector. Keep reflectors clean and visible.P/N 145839

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-14© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY8 FT Logo - Moldboard DimensionP/N 00785886Read Operator’s Manual! The operator’s ma

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-15© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFederal Laws and RegulationsThis section is intended to explain in broad terms the c

To the Owner/Operator/DealerAll implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-mindedoperator wh

Introduction Section 2-1INTRODUCTION SECTION

INTRODUCTION800 01/11 Introduction Section 2-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThis 800 is designed with care and built with quality materials by

INTRODUCTION800 01/11 Introduction Section 2-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThe RHINO 800 Rear-Mounted Blade is available in widths of 7'

INTRODUCTION800 01/11 Introduction Section 2-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONAttention Owner/OperatorBEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE:1. Carefully

Assembly Section 3-1ASSEMBLY SECTION

ASSEMBLY800 01/11 Assembly Section 3-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYAssembly of Moldboard to MainframeThe Rhino 800 Blade is shipped from the facto

Operation Section 4-1OPERATION SECTION

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRHINO 800 Rear Mounted BladeOPERATION INSTRUCTIONSYour Rhino 800 should now

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION1. Standard Equipment and SpecificationsMax. 2-Wheel Drive Tractor HP (PTO)

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY SECTION ... 1-1Safety

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTSSafe operation of the unit is the responsibility of

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTSOperating the blade with a tractor that does not meet

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3.3 Tractor 3-Point HitchThe tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to lift at

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION4.1 Boarding the TractorUse both hands and equipped handrails and steps for

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5. STARTING THE TRACTORThe operator must have a complete understanding of th

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.1 Connecting the Rear Blade1. Shorten or remove the tractor drawbar to avo

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever work under the Implement, the framework, or any liftedcomponent unles

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-11© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7.2 Blade Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceBefore each blade use, a complete

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-12© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTractor PRE-OPERATION InspectionTractor ID#________________ Make __________

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-13© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONBlade & Box Blade PRE-OPERATION InspectionBlade ID#____________________

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-14© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENTSafe tractor transport requires the ope

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-15© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.1 Starting the TractorThe procedure to start the tractor is model specifi

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-16© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONOperating the BladeDitchingOffset Mainframe to right (or left) and place th

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-17© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONGradingGrading can be accomplished with the use of the Planer Wheel (Access

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-18© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10. BLADE AND TRACTOR PREPARATIONThe 800 Blade is designed for a tractor wi

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-19© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.1 Shutting Down the ImplementPark the tractor on a level surface, place

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-20© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONWhen transporting, only raise the blade enough to clear ground obstacles to

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-21© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONBefore transporting the tractor on a public roadwayor boarding a trailer fo

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-22© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONThe SMV (Slow-Moving Vehicle) emblem isuniversal symbol used to alert drive

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-23© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONReduce speed before turning or applying the brakes.Ensure that both brake p

Safety Section 1-1SAFETY SECTION

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-24© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONArrange the chains so that when tightened, thechains are pulling downward a

OPERATION800 01/11 Operation Section 4-25© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEProblem Possible Cause RemedyBent Moldboard Small

Maintenance Section 5-1MAINTENANCE SECTION

MAINTENANCE800 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEProper Torque For FastenersThe chart lists the correct tightening torq

RHINO LIMITED WARRANTY1. LIMITED WARRANTIES1.01. Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or

TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALERTo keep your implement running efficiently and safely, read your manual thoroughly and follow these directionsand the Saf

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SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYSafety MessagesA careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importan

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever operate the Tractor or Implement until you have read andcompletely understand t

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever allow children to operate, ride on, or come close to the Tractor orImplement.

SAFETY800 01/11 Safety Section 1-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSEPERMANENT HEARING LOSS! Tractors with or w