©2009 Alamo Group Inc.$0.00Published 03/09 Part No. 803211COPERATOR’S MANUAL ALAMO INDUSTRIAL® 1502 E. WalnutSeguin, Texas 78155830-372-
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-4© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYAlways read carefully and comply fully with the manufacturer’sinstructions when handl
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-14© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.1 Driveline Length CheckWhen fitting the mower to the tractor, the telesc
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-15© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONShorten the driveline profiles as follows:• Remove the driveline from the t
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-16© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDO NOT allow any person under a folded wing unless wing is securelylocked u
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-17© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.2 Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceBefore each mower use, a complete
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-18© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION• Ensure rubber deflectors are in position and notdamaged. Replace worn, br
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-19© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION• Inspect cutter knives and knife pins forlooseness and excessive wear. Mak
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-20© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONFlail Mower PRE-OPERATION InspectionMower ID#________________ Make ________
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-21© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTractor PRE-OPERATION InspectionMower ID#________________ Make ____________
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-22© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENTSafe tractor transport requires the op
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-23© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONAlways disengage the tractor differential lock when turning. When engaged t
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-5© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYEquipment Operation Safety Instructions and PracticesDO NOT operate this Implement on
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-24© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.3 Raising the MowerUsing the tractor 3-point hitch control lever, raiset
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-25© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep InclinesWhen crossing ditches with steep ba
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-26© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONInclines and ditches should be approached along aline which is at an angle
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-27© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONMany varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entan
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-28© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONFlail Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwingobjectsfor gre
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-29© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION11.4 PTO RPM and Ground SpeedGround speed for mowing will depend upon the h
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-30© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-31© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION11.6 Shutting Down the ImplementTo shut down the implement, first bring the
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-32© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever stand or allow another person to stand between a running Tractor and
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-33© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever work under the Implement, the framework, or any liftedcomponent unles
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-6© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFlail Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwingobjectsfor great distanc
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-34© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION14. TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENTInherent hazards of operating the
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-35© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONIf the tractor’s hydraulic pump is not independent of the tractor PTO, or i
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-36© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONMake certain that the “Slow Moving Vehicle” (SMV) sign is installed insuch
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-37© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION14.2 Hauling the Tractor and ImplementBefore transporting a loaded tractor
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-38© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION15. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEProblem Possible Cause RemedyExcessive Vibrations
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-39© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONClutch Slips Excessively Clutch linings badly worn or Repair clutch per mai
Maintenance Section 5-1© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE SECTION
MAINTENANCESHD 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-2© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE Daily Checks1. Lubricate at the specified intervals as outlined in
MAINTENANCESHD 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-3© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEA. Cuttershaft BearingsB. Roller BearingC. Rear Mower Idler ArmD. Banj
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-7© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDo not mount or dismount the Tractor while the tractor is moving. Mountthe Tractor on
MAINTENANCESHD 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-4© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEIt is important that the clutch lining plates slip when an obstacle or
MAINTENANCESHD 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-5© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEReplacing Cutter Unit Drive Belt Image Mnt-FL-00201. Place unit on gro
MAINTENANCESHD 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-6© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCERoller Bearing Replacement Image Mnt-FL-00131. Remove roller and both
MAINTENANCESHD 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-7© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCECuttershaft Bearing ReplacementOUTBOARD BEARING - Image Mnt-FL-00221.
MAINTENANCESHD 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-8© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEInboard (Drive) Bearing- Images Mnt-FL-0023 and Mnt-FL-0020.7. Remove
MAINTENANCESHD 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-9© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCECuttershaft ReplacementNOTE: It is recommended that cuttershaft bearin
MAINTENANCESHD 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-10© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEGeneral Information on Flail Mower VibrationFLAIL MOWERS - INFORMATIO
MAINTENANCESHD 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-11© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESome units have a harmonic which occurs below the nominal operating s
ALAMO-INDUSTRIAL LIMITED WARRANTY1. LIMITED WARRANTIES1.01. Alamo Industrial warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commer
To keep your implement running efficiently and safely, read your manual thoroughly and follow these directions andthe Safety Messages in this Manual.
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-8© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDo Not operate this equipment in areas where insects such as bees may attack you and/
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SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-9© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYAvoid mowing in reverse direction when possible. Check to make sure there are noper
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-10© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYConnecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and PracticesDO NOT allow
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-11© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTransporting Safety Instructions and PracticesEach Rear Wheel must have a minimum of
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-12© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTransport only at speeds where you can maintain control of theequipment. Serious acc
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-13© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYMaintenance and Service Safety Instructions and PracticesMake sure the PTO shield, i
To the Owner/Operator/DealerAll implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-mindedoperator who
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-14© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPeriodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace whennecessary with author
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-15© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYConcluding Safety Instructions and PracticesAlways disconnect the wire leads from th
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-16© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal LocationNOTE: Alamo Industrial supplies safety decals on this product to promo
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-17© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYITEM PART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION1. 00725746 1 PELIGRO Translate Safety Material2.
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-18© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal DescriptionPeligro Translation, If you do not know how to readEnglish, please
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-19© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDANGER! Guard Missing, Do Not Operate. If yousee this decal, Do Not Operate the mowe
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-20© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYWARNING! Failure to use and maintain shieldsand deflectors in good condition may le
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-21© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYInstructions to properly lubricate and check mowerfor potential problems prior to op
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-22© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYOperator's Manual (with repair parts) and warrantywas attached to this implemen
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-23© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNAME LOGO - Alamo IndustrialP/N 02960766Read Operator’s Manual! The operator’s manua
In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Industrial, in cooperationwith other industry manufacturers has developed
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-24© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFederal Laws and RegulationsThis section is intended to explain in broad terms the c
Alamo Industrial Division is willing to provideone (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices VideoPlease Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Vid
Table of ContentsSAFETY SECTION ... 1-1Gene
Starting the Tractor ...
Safety Section 1-1© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY SECTION
Introduction Section 2-1© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTION SECTION
INTRODUCTIONSHD 03/09 Introduction Section 2-2© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThis Flail Mower is designed with care and built with quality mater
INTRODUCTIONSHD 03/09 Introduction Section 2-3© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThe Super Heavy Duty Flail is made from the proven, time-tested des
INTRODUCTIONSHD 03/09 Introduction Section 2-4© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONAttention Owner/OperatorBEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE:1. Carefully
Assembly Section 3-1© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY SECTION
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-2© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYGeneral Safety Instructions and PracticesA careful operator is the best operator. Saf
ASSEMBLYSHD 03/09 Assembly Section 3-2© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYGENERAL To help you assemble your new SHD FLAIL to your tractor, we provide you
ASSEMBLYSHD 03/09 Assembly Section 3-3© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYKNIFE ASSEMBLYTip cutterhousing back (Figure 2) and place a blockunder roller t
ASSEMBLYSHD 03/09 Assembly Section 3-4© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYGEARBOX AND EXTENSION SHAFT ASSEMBLY For forward rotation attach the outboard b
ASSEMBLYSHD 03/09 Assembly Section 3-5© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYDRIVELINE ATTACHMENTBefore starting assembly, make certain that allpaint, dirt,
ASSEMBLYSHD 03/09 Assembly Section 3-6© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYIDLER ARM ASSEMBLYDo not secure at this time.1. Remove fasteners and shaft prot
ASSEMBLYSHD 03/09 Assembly Section 3-7© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYINSTALLATION OF MOWER TO TRACTORBefore attaching mower to tractor, it will bene
Operation Section 4-1© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION SECTION
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-2© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONALAMO INDUSTRIAL SHD62, SHD74, SHD88 & SHD96 SUPER-HEAVY-DUTY FLAIL MOWE
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-3© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION1. Standard Equipment and SpecificationsSHD 62 SHD74Horsepower Required (Min
SAFETYSHD 03/09 Safety Section 1-3© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYOperator Safety Instructions and PracticesThe rotating parts of this machine continue
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-4© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONSHD 88 SHD 96Horsepower Required (Min.) 40HP 50HPTractor PTO 540 RPM 540 RPM
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-5© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTSSafe operation of the unit is the responsibility of
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-6© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTSThe tractor used to operate the mower must have the p
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-7© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3.3 Tractor HorsepowerThe horsepower required to operate the mower depends o
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-8© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement driveline to a T
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-9© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.Fa
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-10© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5. STARTING THE TRACTORThe operator must have a complete understanding of t
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-11© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.1 Connecting the Mower A-Frame to the Tractor1. Make sure the tractor is
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-12© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRoller Height AdjustmentThe mower’s cutting height is set by positioning th
OPERATIONSHD 03/09 Operation Section 4-13© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7.1 Leveling DeckTo Facilitate a safe and efficient mowingoperation, the mo
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