Alamo 3109 User Manual

© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.$0.003109Published 01/11 Part No. F-4293COPERATOR’S MANUAL RHINO® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave.Gibson City, IL 60936800-446-5158Email:

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever grasp control levers when mounting the machine. (SBH-4)The Boom is designed

MAINTENANCE3109 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE3109 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-11© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE

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

3109-SOM-01/11 P/N F-4293CPrinted U.S.A3109LOADER

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDo Not operate this equipment in areas where insects such as bees may attack you and

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDo not let the loader or attachment contact electrical power lines. Contactwith elec

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDo not use an attachment that is not securely attached to the quickhitch, The attach

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYKnow before you DIG. Call 888-258-0808 and request that all buried utilities locati

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-11© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYBe particularly careful in transport. The Implement has raised and moved the center

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-12© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYConnecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and PracticesDo not stand

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-13© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYTransporting Safety Instructions and PracticesTransport only at speeds where you ca

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-14© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYMaintenance and Service Safety Instructions and PracticesLower the loader to the be

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-15© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted componentunless the Im

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

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-16© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYStorage and Parking Safety Instructions and PracticesConcluding Safety Instructions

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-17© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal LocationNOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe op

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-18© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYITEM PART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION1. 55722 1 LOGO Rhino, Left2. 55723 1 LOGO Rhino

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-19© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal LocationRhino, LeftP/N 55722Rhino, RightP/N 55723MODEL NAME: 3109P/N 55720

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-20© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYWARNING! - DO NOT operate with oil leaks. -Inspect hoses regularly. Failure to insp

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-21© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYLoader Safety-Read, understand and follow the operation, warning,and safety instruc

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-22© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDANGER! - Use ROPS and seatbelt at all times.Add recommended rear ballast. Operate

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-23© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYWARNING! - Crushing Hazard. -To Avoid Serious Injury or DeathMake sure attachment i

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-24© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFederal Laws and RegulationsThis section is intended to explain in broad terms the

Introduction Section 2-1INTRODUCTION SECTION

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY SECTION ... 1-1Gen

INTRODUCTION3109 01/11 Introduction Section 2-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThis 3109 Loader is designed with care and built with quality mate

INTRODUCTION3109 01/11 Introduction Section 2-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONDO NOT use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating

INTRODUCTION3109 01/11 Introduction Section 2-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThe Rhino 3109 Loader is designed for four-wheel drive tractors. T

INTRODUCTION3109 01/11 Introduction Section 2-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONAttention Owner/OperatorBEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE:1. Carefull

Assembly Section 3-1ASSEMBLY ANDCONNECTING THELOADER SECTION

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYAssembly InstructionsTo avoid injury during installation of the loader attachm

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYDo not use an attachment that is not securely attached to the quickhitch, The

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYProper Ballasting and Wheel SpacingSpread front wheels to maximum distance.Spr

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYDismounting Loader and Mounting Loader to TractorTo avoid injury during instal

Hauling the Tractor and Implement ... 4

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYDismounting Loader1. Locate tractor and loader on firm levelground.2. Rotate p

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYInstalling Bucket Level Indicator1. Attach indicator guide tube to cylinder pi

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYAttaching Pin on BucketAlways wear safety glasses when removing or installing

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYAssembling Quick Attach DeviceQuick attach device can be installed using tools

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYInstalling Quick Attach DeviceAlways use a drift and hammer made of non-spark

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-11© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYWhen Connecting an Attachment to the Loader Quick Hitch1. Be sure both quick

ASSEMBLY3109 01/11 Assembly Section 3-12© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY5. On level ground, tilt the attachment down 90 degreesand lower it to the gr

Operation Section 4-1OPERATION SECTION

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRHINO 3109 LOADEROPERATION INSTRUCTIONSYour 3109 Loader should now be assem

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION1. Standard Equipment and SpecificationsSpecifications will vary with tire

Safety Section 1-1SAFETY SECTION

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2. Operator RequirementsDO NOT use drugs or alcohol immediately before or w

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONAlways read carefully and comply fully with the manufacturer’sinstructions

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRepeated or substantial breathing of hazardous dusts, includingcrystalline

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3. Tractor RequirementsTractor Requirements and Capabilities• ASABE approve

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3.3 Tractor BallastBefore operating tractor and loader, add sufficient coun

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION4.1 Boarding the Tractor4.2 Dismounting the TractorNever allow children or

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-10© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5. Starting the TractorNever run the Tractor engine in a closed building o

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-11© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6. Pre-Operation Inspection and ServicePeriodically inspect all moving par

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-12© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.2 Loader Pre-Operation Inspection and Service6.1 Tractor Pre-Operation I

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-13© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONBefore operation, a complete inspection and service is required to ensure

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYGeneral Safety Instructions and PracticesA careful operator is the best operator. Sa

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-14© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONLOADER BOOM ASSEMBLY• Inspect condition of each arm section weldment• Ensu

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-15© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTractor PRE-OPERATION InspectionTractor ID#______________________ Make____

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-16© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONFRONT END LOADER PRE-OPERATION InspectionFront End Loader ID#_____________

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-17© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7. Driving the Tractor and LoaderThis Implement may be wider than the Trac

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-18© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONSafe tractor transport requires the operator possess a thorough knowledge

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-19© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8. Operating the Tractor and LoaderDo not attempt to lift loads in excess

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-20© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo Not operate this equipment in areas where insects such as bees may atta

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-21© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not use an attachment that is not securely attached to the quickhitch,

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-22© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONKnow before you DIG. Call 888-258-0808 and request that all buried utiliti

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-23© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONAlways have a heavy attachment, such as a bucket mounted on loader when it

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever allow children to operate, ride on, or come close to the Tractor orImplement.

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-24© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.1 Operating the LoaderThe following text and illustrations offer suggest

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-25© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONLift and roll back of bucket will increase efficiencybecause... A level bu

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-26© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONLIFTING THE LOADWhen lifting the load, keep the bucket positioned toavoid

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-27© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONUse extreme care when operating loader on aslope, keep bucket as low as po

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-28© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONLOWERING THE BUCKETAfter bucket is dumped, back away from vehiclewhile low

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-29© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONOPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROLDuring hard surface operation, keep bucket lev

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-30© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONLOADING FROM A BANKChoose a forward gear that provides sufficientground sp

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-31© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONAnother method for large dirt piles is to build a rampapproach to the pile

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-32© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONPEELING AND SCRAPINGUse a slight bucket angle, travel forward and holdlift

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-33© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONLOADING LOW TRUCKS OR SPREADERS FROM A PILEFor faster loading, minimize an

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYOperator Safety Instructions and PracticesNever operate the Tractor or Implement unt

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-34© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONBACKFILLINGApproach pile with a level bucket.Poor methods actually move no

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-35© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONLeave dirt in bucket. Dumping on each pass wastestime.Operate tractor at r

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-36© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONLeave dirt which drifts over side of bucket for finalcleanup.Pile dirt on

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-37© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.2 Operating Bale Spear Operate the bale spear using extreme caution. Sha

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-38© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONCarry bales as low to the ground as possible toallow maximum visibility an

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-39© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTransport only at speeds where you can maintain control of theequipment. S

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-40© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.1 Transporting on Public RoadwaysInherent hazards of operating the trac

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-41© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONExtreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and implement

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-42© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.2 Hauling the Tractor and ImplementBefore transporting a loaded tractor

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-43© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION11. Troubleshooting GuideTROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDYLoader slow

SAFETY3109 01/11 Safety Section 1-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYEquipment Operation Safety Instructions and PracticesProlonged operation may cause o

OPERATION3109 01/11 Operation Section 4-44© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONPROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYInsufficient lift capacity Load is greater th

Maintenance Section 5-1MAINTENANCE SECTION

MAINTENANCE3109 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-2© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Ser

MAINTENANCE3109 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-3© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCENEVER perform maintenance beneath a raised loader unless loader is pr

MAINTENANCE3109 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-4© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCELubrication ScheduleBefore operating your Loader, take the time to in

MAINTENANCE3109 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-5© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEDaily MaintenanceRegular maintenance of your loader and hydraulic sys

MAINTENANCE3109 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-6© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCECylinder ServiceLoader cylinders are designed to be reliable and easy

MAINTENANCE3109 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-7© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCELift and Bucket Cylinder ReassemblyNote: Be careful not to damage sea

MAINTENANCE3109 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-8© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE1. Store loader with attachment securely attached.2. Place dust caps

MAINTENANCE3109 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-9© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEProper Torque for FastenersThe chart lists the correct tightening tor