Alamo SL60 User Manual

©2008 Alamo Group Inc.$0.00Published 03/08 Part No. 00777575COPERATOR’S MANUAL ALAMO INDUSTRIAL® 1502 E. WalnutSeguin, Texas 78155830-372-3551Em

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-4© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSEPERMANENT HEARING LOSS! Tractors with or

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-16© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION• Perform scheduled lubrication as specified in the maintenance section.•

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-17© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION7.3 Cutting Component InspectionInspect blade pan and blade assembly for t

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-18© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7.4 Blade Bolt InspectionInspect Blade Bolt Head daily for wear as followe

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-19© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATIONRotary Mower PRE-OPERATION InspectionMower ID#________________ Make _______

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-20© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTractor PRE-OPERATION InspectionMower ID#________________ Make ___________

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-21© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION8. DRIVING THE SKID STEER AND MOWERSafe skid steer transport requires the o

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-22© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.1 Starting the Skid SteerRefer to the skid steer operator’s manual for p

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-23© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATIONTo avoid overturns, drive the skid steer with care and at safe speeds, espe

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-24© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONIf you hit a solid object or foreign debris, stop the mower and skid steer

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-25© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATIONUse extreme caution when raising the Mower above ground level. Stop the Bl

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-5© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYEquipment Operation Safety Instructions and PracticesUse extreme caution when gettin

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-26© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONStay alert and watch for trees, low hanging limbs, power lines, and other

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-27© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION10. DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE SKID STEERBefore disconnecting the mow

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-28© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION11. MOWER STORAGEProperly preparing and storing the mower at the end of th

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-29© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATIONBefore transporting the skid steer and mower, idle the skid steer engine, d

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-30© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION12.2 Hauling the Skid Steer and MowerBefore transporting a loaded skid ste

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-31© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION13. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDETROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDYExcessive Vi

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-32© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDYBlade Bolts 1. Bolts not tightened.

Maintenance Section 5-1© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE SECTION

MAINTENANCESL60 03/07 Maintenance Section 5-2© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBefore operating the mower, make sure it is properly lubricated and tho

MAINTENANCESL60 03/07 Maintenance Section 5-3© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESPINDLE LUBRICATIONTo check the grease level in the spindle, place the

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-6© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYUse extreme care when lowering or unfolding the implement’s wings. Make sure nobys

MAINTENANCESL60 03/07 Maintenance Section 5-4© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE SERVICINGInspect blades before each use to determine that they ar

MAINTENANCESL60 03/07 Maintenance Section 5-5© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE REMOVALTo remove blades for sharpening or replacement,remove the

MAINTENANCESL60 03/07 Maintenance Section 5-6© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESTORAGEYour mower represents an investment from which you should get th

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.

SL60-SOM- 03/08 P/N 00777575CPrinted U.S.A

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-7© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever allow children to operate, ride on, or come close to the Tractor orImplement.

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-8© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYIn case of mechanical difficulty during operation, place the transmission in the par

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-9© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYMany varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in t

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-10© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDo not operate or pull the mower into standing water. When uplift or fan type mowe

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-11© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYConnecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and PracticesDO NOT use a

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-12© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTransporting Safety Instructions and PracticesBe particularly careful when transpor

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-13© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTransport only at speeds where you can maintain control of theequipment. Serious ac

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

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-14© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYMaintenance and Service Safety Instructions and PracticesMake sure the PTO shield,

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-15© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPeriodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace whennecessary with autho

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-16© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYConcluding Safety Instructions and PracticesPARTS INFORMATIONAlamo Industrial mower

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-17© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal LocationNOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe o

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-18© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYITEM PART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION1-14 00776621 Decal Sheet1. 00725746 1 PELIGRO

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-19© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal DescriptionPeligro Translation, If you do not know how to readEnglish, please

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-20© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDANGER! - Maximum Cutting Height is 18”. DoNot operate Mower above 18”. 00776607WA

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-21© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYWARNING! Never use your hand to check for oilleaks. Always use paper or cardboard

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-22© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNAME LOGO - SL60 SL60Read Operator’s Manual! The operator’s manual islocated inside

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-23© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFederal Laws and RegulationsThis section is intended to explain in broad terms the

In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Industrial, in cooperationwith other industry manufacturers has developed

Alamo Industrial Division is willing to provideone (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices VideoPlease Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Vid

©2008 Alamo Group Inc.TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY SECTION ...

©2008 Alamo Group Inc.Bystander/Passersby Precautions ...

Safety Section 1-1© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY SECTION

Introduction Section 2-1© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTION SECTION

INTRODUCTIONSL60 03/08 Introduction Section 2-2© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThis Rotary Mower is designed with care and built with quality mat

INTRODUCTIONSL60 03/08 Introduction Section 2-3© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThe SL60 rotary mower is designed to be operated on skid steer pow

INTRODUCTIONSL60 03/08 Introduction Section 2-4© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONATTENTION OWNER/OPERATORBEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE:1. Carefull

Assembly Section 3-1© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY SECTION

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-2© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYGeneral Safety Instructions and PracticesA careful operator is the best operator. Sa

ASSEMBLYSL60 03/07 Assembly Section 3-2© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYDEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONSSet up mower as received from factory with these instru

ASSEMBLYSL60 03/07 Assembly Section 3-3© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY3. Place bushing between both arms abovemower link and install 5/8” bolt through

ASSEMBLYSL60 03/07 Assembly Section 3-4© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYFRONT CHAIN GUARD ASSEMBLY1. Attach Chain Guard Bracket (6) to DeflectorBracket

ASSEMBLYSL60 03/07 Assembly Section 3-5© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYSIDE DEFLECTOR ASSEMBLY1. Place Side Deflector Panel (3) on top lip of leftrear

Operation Section 4-1© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION SECTION

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-2© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRHINO SL60 SKID STEER ROTARY MOWER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSAlamo Industrial S

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-3© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION1. SL60 Standard Equipment and SpecificationsCutting Width 60”Cutting Capaci

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-4© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTSSafe operation of the unit is the responsibility of

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-5© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION3. SKID STEER REQUIREMENTSSkid Steer Requirements and Capabilities• ASAE app

SAFETYSL60 03/08 Safety Section 1-3© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYOperator Safety Instructions and PracticesEngine Exhaust, some of its constituents,

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-6© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3.2 Operator Protective DoorThe skid steer must be equipped with anOperator

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-7© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION3.5 Auxiliary HydraulicsThe skid steer must be equipped with FrontAuxiliary

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-8© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not mount the Power Unit while the Power Unit is moving. Mount thePower

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-9© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION4.2 Dismounting the Skid SteerBefore dismounting, park the skid steer and mo

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-10© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONStart the Power Unit only when properly seated in the Power Unit seat. St

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-11© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION1. With the engine completely shut down andthe parking brake set, rotate th

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-12© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.2 Connecting Mower and Skid Steer Hydraulics Lines1. Before connecting t

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-13© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATION7. PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICEBefore each use, a pre-operation ins

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-14© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7.2 Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceBefore each mower use, a complet

OPERATIONSL60 03/08 Operation Section 4-15© 2008 Alamo Group IncOPERATIONThe operator’s manual and safety signs affixed onthe unit contain important