Rhino Mounts SE4 - Manual (Page 90)

OPERATION
SE4 05/05 Operation Section 4-10
© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
T
ION
1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with the
correct PTO shaft. Change shafts if needed.
2. Shorten or remove the tractor drawbar to
avoid interference when raising and lowering
the mower.
3. Board the tractor and start the engine. Posi-
tion the tractor to the mower with the 3-point
lift arms positioned between the respective
set of mower A-frame lift lugs. Note: Set the
3-point lift control to “Position Control” so that
the lift arms maintain a constant height when
attaching the mower. See the tractor Opera-
tor’s Manual for correct settings when attach-
ing 3-point equipment.
4. Turn off the tractor engine and dismount.
5. One lift arm at a time, align arm end hole
between the set of A-frame lift lugs. Insert
hitch pin through the lug and arm holes and
insert retaining pin into hitch pin.
6. Walk around to opposite side and repeat pro-
cedure for remaining lift arm and hitch pin.
7. Extend or retract 3-point top link to align its
end hole with the holes of the mower’s top
link. Insert the top link hitch pin and insert
retaining pin into hitch pin.
8. Adjust any lower link check chains, guide
blocks, or sway blocks to prevent the mower
from swaying side to side and possible con-
tact with tractor rear tires.
Note: Offset Adaptor Hitches are available to position the mower to the left or right. Mowers with Offset
Adaptor hitches connect to the 3-Point hitch the same way as the mower A-frame. See Offset Adaptor Hitch in
the Assembly Section for details to equip the mower with this feature.
Always shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the parking
brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement and Tractor
hitches.
(S3PT-15)
6. SETTING THE MOWER
Properly setting the cutting height is essential for efficient and safe operation. A properly set mower will make
a more uniform cut, distribute clippings more evenly, require minimal tractor work, and follow the contour of
uneven terrain. NOTE: Avoid very low cutting heights, striking the ground with the blades gives the most
damaging shock loads and will cause damage to the mower and drive. Blades contacting the ground may
cause objects to be thrown out from under the mower deck. Always avoid operating the mower at a height
which causes the blades to contact the ground. OPS-U- 0010