Alamo RHINO 1900 User Manual

Operator’s manual, Rear-mount boom mower

1900

Published 07/11

Part No. 00786722C

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

RHINO

1020 S. Sangamon Ave.
Gibson City, IL 60936
800-446-5158
Email: [email protected]

REAR-MOUNT

BOOM MOWER

This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must
be maintained with the unit at all times. READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the Safety
and Operation Instructions contained in this manual before operating the equipment. C01-
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1900
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
- RHINO®
To the Owner/Operator/Dealer
DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery / Operation Instructions
- REAR-MOUNT
- BOOM MOWER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES
- Operator Safety
- CRUSHING HAZARDS
- CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY
- THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS
  - 1. MARK objects that cannot removed.
  - 2. AVOID these objects when mowing.
- THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS (Continued)
- MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS
  - HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARD
- ELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDS
- TRANSPORTING HAZARDS
- HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT
  - PARTS INFORMATION
- Decal Location
- Decal Description
RHINO LIMITED WARRANTY
- 1. LIMITED WARRANTIES
- 2. REMEDIES AND PROCEDURES.
- 3. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.
- 4. MISCELLANEOUS.
  - INTRODUCTION SECTION
- TRACTOR SELECTION
TRACTOR PREPARATION
- Installing the Operator Guard - Cab Tractor
- DEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
ATTACHMENT TO TRACTOR
Flailhead Attachment
OIL REQUIREMENTS
- Tank
- FITTING CONTROL UNIT IN CAB
- RUNNING UP PROCEDURE
REMOVAL FROM TRACTOR
- ASSEMBLY SECTION
- RHINO 1900 BOOM MOWER
- OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Standard Equipment and Specifications
- Standard Specifications
- 2. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS
- 3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
- 3.7 Hydraulics
  - 3.8 Front End Weight
  - 3.9 Power Take Off (PTO)
- 4. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR
  - 4.1 Boarding the Tractor
  - 4.2 Dismounting the Tractor
- 5. STARTING THE TRACTOR
- 6. PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE
  - 6.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
  - 6.2 Boom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Service
- 7. MACHINE CONTROLS
  - 7.1 Cable Controlled Models Only
  - 7.2 Lever Functions
- 8. Rotor Controls-Gear Hydraulic Machine Only
9. BREAKAWAY
- 9.1 POWERED SLEW
- 10. WIRE TRAP
- 11. Rotor Operating Speed
- 12. Forward Speed
- 13. High Voltage Cables
14. Hedge Cutting Procedure
- 15. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
- 16. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
- 16.6 Operating the Attached Mower Heads
  - 16.7 Shutting Down the Attached Head
- 17. TRACTOR, BOOM, AND ATTACHED HEAD STORAGE
- 18. TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
19. TRANSPORT POSITION-Head Attached
- 20. TRANSPORT POSITION-Head Removal
  - 20.1 Transporting on Public Roadways
  - 20.2 Hauling the Tractor and Implement
21. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
- OPERATION SECTION
- HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT
PARTS INFORMATION
- LUBRICATION INFORMATION
- PTO SHAFT
  - PTO LUBRICATION
- HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
  - Oil Supply
  - Filtration Maintenance
- HYDRAULIC HOSES
  - Hose Replacement
  - Hose Warranty
CABLES
- PTO GEARBOX
- STORAGE
Boom Cylinder Removal and Replacement Instructions
- 1. Clear the area of all personnel before lowering the boom mower head.
- 2. From the tractor seat with your seat belt fastened around you, Lower the boom mower head to the ground. Extend the boom to the furthest reach and lower the mower head flat on the ground. DO NOT attempt to replace the cylinders with the boom in the...
- 3. Shut off the tractor, engage the parking brake, place the tractor transmission in the park position, and remove the key before dismounting.
- 4. Allow the system to cool to room temperature before removing any hydraulic components.
- 5. Wear Safety glasses and impenetrable gloves when working with hydraulic hoses and fittings.
- 6. Release all oil pressure from the hydraulic circuit by manually stroking each valve section with the tractor engine off. Utilize the Manual Override function if the unit is equipped with an electric over hydraulic valve.
- 7. Utilize blocks, jack stands or a suitable over head hoist to support the weight of the boom section and remove pressure form the cylinder mounting pins.
- 8. Check to see that the cylinder to be replaced is not under pressure by moving the cylinder pins by hand. The pins should be loose and should slide form the pin bore easily. If the pins are tight and cannot be moved, the cylinder may be under press...
- 9. Cylinder assemblies are heavy and can fall when the pins are removed. Support the hydraulic cylinder with a suitable hoist or jack.
- 10. Slowly loosen the hydraulic connections to the cylinder. Carefully unscrew hose fitting and allow any remaining pressure to bleed off. Use Extreme Care. Oil must be cool, and the technician should stand to the side to prevent exposure to any hydr...
- 11. Cap both ends of the fitting with suitably sized metal caps.
- 12. Remove the cylinder pins starting with the ROD end cylinder pin. Make sure the cylinder is properly supported, and remove the base end cylinder pin. The cylinder may be heavy, use proper lifting techniques to lift and handle the cylinder. If need...
- 13. Measure the distance between the cylinder pin holes and extend the new cylinder the correct length prior to attempting an installation.
- 14. Install the new cylinder in place and install both cylinder pins and retaining hardware.
- 15. Remove the metal caps, and re-install the hydraulic hoses.
- 16. Check the hydraulic reservoir of the boom mower to ensure there is sufficient oil. Follow the manufactures recommendations for proper oil type and filtering techniques and requirements to add oil to the system.
- 17. Clear the area of all persons prior to starting the tractor.
- 18. Consult the Operator's Manual for instruction in regard to the proper operating procedure.
- 19. From the tractor seat, with the seat belt fastened, operate the boom to ensure proper operation of the boom function.
- 20. From the tractor seat, with the seat belt fastened, operate the boom controls to fully extend and retract the new cylinder several times to purge any trapped air from the system.
- 21. From the tractor seat, with the seat belt fastened, look for signs of and oil leak. If an oil leak is observed, shut the tractor down and follow the steps to remove pressure from the hydraulic circuit. Identify the source of the leak, and resolve...
- 22. Upon completion of the required repairs, return to Step # 16 to recheck the cylinder for proper operation.
Hydraulic Component Maintenance Schedule
- PROPER TORQUE FOR FASTENERS
- FLAILHEAD
1900 07-11 Ops English-Spanish .pdf
- 1900
- OPERATOR’S MANUAL
  - RHINO®
- To the Owner/Operator/Dealer
- DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery / Operation Instructions
  - REAR-MOUNT
  - BOOM MOWER
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
  - GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES
  - Operator Safety
  - CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY
  - THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS
    - 1. MARK objects that cannot removed.
    - 2. AVOID these objects when mowing.
  - THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS (Continued)
    - 1. BLADES CAN FAIL from impact and objects can be thrown with great velocity.
    - 2. INSPECT and REPLACE any damaged blades.
    - 3. CHECK blade carrier and REPLACE if damaged.
    - PTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS
  - MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS
    - HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARD
  - ELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDS
  - TRANSPORTING HAZARDS
  - HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT
    - PARTS INFORMATION
  - Decal Location
    - 1. D623 6 WARNING Pinch Point Hazard
    - 2. nfs 1 SERIAL PLATE Serial Number Plate
    - 3. 1290810 1 LOGO RHINO 1900
    - 4. D617 1 WARNING Check For Leaks
    - 5. D716 1 WARNING Position Stabilizers and Sway Bars
    - 6. D388 1 DANGER Multi Hazard Driveline
    - 7. D625 1 WARNING Pressurized Tank
    - 8. D721 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard
    - 9. D723 1 INSTRUCT Lube Chart
    - 10. D722 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard
    - 11. D628 1 DANGER Crushing Hazard
    - 12. D618 1 WARNING Boom Multi-Hazard
    - 13. 1290631 2 LOGO Rhino (4.3)
    - 14. 1290809 4 LOGO Rhino Name Decal
    - 15. 03200347 1 REFLECT SMV Sign
    - 16. D730 1 INSTRUCT Boom Mower Safety Booklet
    - 17. 46505.01 1 _________ Canister, Operators Manual
    - 18. 46503.01 1 _________ Seal
    - 19. 9100103 3 _________ Flatwasher
    - 20. 9313043 3 _________ Setscrew
    - 21. 9143003 3 _________ Self-Locking Nut
    - 22. 00786722C 1 _________ Operator’s Manual
      - 1. 1290632 1 LOGO Rhino
      - 2. D720 1 WARNING Blade Attachment Failure
      - 3. D626 1 DANGER Thrown Objects
      - 4. D724 1 INSTRUCT Lube Chart
      - 5. D717 1 DANGER Multi-Thrown Objects
      - 6. 1458392 2 REFLECT Red Reflector
      - 7. 1458393 2 REFLECT Yellow Reflector
      - 8. D649
      - 9. 1290828 1 NAME Name Decal F39
      - 10. 00760657 1 WARNING Use Genuine Rhino Parts
      - 11. nfs 1 SERIAL PLATE Serial Number Plate
      - 12. 09.810.01 2 INSTRUCT Grease 8 Hours
        1. D731 1 DANGER Sharp Blades
        2. 1290827 1 NAME Name Decal S58
        3. 1458392 1 REFLECT Red Reflector
        4. 1458393 2 REFLECT Yellow Reflector
        5. nfs 1 SERIAL PLATE Serial Number Plate
  - Decal Description
    - SAFETY SECTION
    - Federal Laws and Regulations
    - Features
- RHINO LIMITED WARRANTY
  - 1. LIMITED WARRANTIES
  - 2. REMEDIES AND PROCEDURES.
  - 3. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.
  - 4. MISCELLANEOUS.
    - INTRODUCTION SECTION
  - TRACTOR SELECTION
- TRACTOR PREPARATION
  - Installing the Operator Guard - Cab Tractor
  - DEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
    - 1. The machine will be delivered in a partially dismantled condition, secured with transport strap and banding.
    - 2. Choose a firm level site.
    - 3. Remove the transport strap, banding straps and loose items.
    - 4. Fill tank with oil from the chart or equivalent.
    - 5. Raise the machine using overhead lifting equipment with a minimum capacity of 1500kg SWL. LEAVE IN POSITION AT THIS STAGE.
    - 6. Lower the legs and pin in position selecting the holes that position the machines gearbox stub shaft approx. 75 mm below the tractors P.T.O. shaft.
    - 7. Unbolt stabilizer from machine and remove the stabilizer nose quadrant pin.
- ATTACHMENT TO TRACTOR
- Flailhead Attachment
- OIL REQUIREMENTS
  - Tank
  - FITTING CONTROL UNIT IN CAB
  - RUNNING UP PROCEDURE
    - 1. Ensure P.T.O. lever is in neutral position, and isolate tractor hydraulic linkage. Start tractor and select external service supply. Allow the tractor to run for several minutes before attempting to operate any of the machine control levers.
    - 2. On operating move the levers through their complete range ensuring that all movements are functioning correctly.
    - 3. Check the tractor rear axle oil level and top up if necessary.
    - 4. Place the flail head at a safe attitude and bring tractor engine revolutions to 1000 rpm. Engage P.T.O. and allow the rotor to run for several minutes. Do not leave the tractor cab or allow anyone to approach the flail head at this time.
    - 5. After running up the machine, increase PTO speed to approximately 360 RPM. Run machine further for five minutes before disengaging the PTO and stopping tractor. The reason for this running period under a no load condition is to thoroughly circulat...
    - 6. Check the hose runs and observe that they are free from any pinching, chafing, straining or kinks. Recheck the oil level in the tank and top up as necessary.
- REMOVAL FROM TRACTOR
  - ASSEMBLY SECTION
  - RHINO 1900 BOOM MOWER
  - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
- 1. Standard Equipment and Specifications
  - Standard Specifications
  - 2. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS
  - 3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
    - Tractor Requirements and Capabilities
    - 3.1 Operator Thrown Object Protection
    - 3.2 Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem
    - 3.3 Tractor Ballast
    - 3.4 Tractor Safety Devices
    - 3.5 Tractor Horsepower
    - 3.6 3-Point Hitch
  - 3.7 Hydraulics
    - 3.8 Front End Weight
    - 3.9 Power Take Off (PTO)
  - 4. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR
    - 4.1 Boarding the Tractor
    - 4.2 Dismounting the Tractor
  - 5. STARTING THE TRACTOR
  - 6. PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE
    - 6.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
    - 6.2 Boom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Service
  - 7. MACHINE CONTROLS
    - 7.1 Cable Controlled Models Only
    - 7.2 Lever Functions
  - 8. Rotor Controls-Gear Hydraulic Machine Only
- 9. BREAKAWAY
  - 9.1 POWERED SLEW
  - 10. WIRE TRAP
  - 11. Rotor Operating Speed
  - 12. Forward Speed
  - 13. High Voltage Cables
- 14. Hedge Cutting Procedure
  - 15. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
    - 15.1 Starting the Tractor
    - 15.2 Brake and Differential Lock Setting
    - 15.3 Driving the Tractor and Boom
  - 16. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
    - 16.1 Foreign Debris Hazards
    - 16.2 Bystanders/Passersby Precautions
    - 16.3 Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO)
    - 16.4 Operating Speed and Ground Speed
    - 16.5 Operating the Mower
  - 16.6 Operating the Attached Mower Heads
    - 16.7 Shutting Down the Attached Head
  - 17. TRACTOR, BOOM, AND ATTACHED HEAD STORAGE
  - 18. TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
- 19. TRANSPORT POSITION-Head Attached
  - 20. TRANSPORT POSITION-Head Removal
    - 20.1 Transporting on Public Roadways
    - 20.2 Hauling the Tractor and Implement
- 21. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
  - OPERATION SECTION
  - HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT
- PARTS INFORMATION
  - LUBRICATION INFORMATION
    - 1. Power take-off shaft - The PTO shaft should be regularly examined to ensure that it is in good condition together with the guards. The universal joints should be greased very sparingly, i.e., one shot a week.
    - 2. The two halves of the plastic guard should be checked daily to ensure that they can spin freely on the shaft. The nylon slip rings which support the guard on the drive shaft should be lightly greased at weekly intervals.
    - 3. The telescoping drive shaft should be similarly separated and grease applied to the internal shaft at approximately 100 hour intervals.
    - 4. Your Boom uses greased bushings that need lubrication, and with proper lubrication should last the lifetime of the machine.
  - PTO SHAFT
    - PTO LUBRICATION
  - HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
    - Oil Supply
      - 1. Cleaning off around the reservoir cap before removal, and keeping that area clean.
      - 2. Using clean containers when replenishing the system.
      - 3. Regular servicing of the filtration system.
    - Filtration Maintenance
  - HYDRAULIC HOSES
    - Hose Replacement
      - 1. Replace one hose at a time to avoid the risk of wrong connections.
      - 2. When the hose is screwed to an additional fitting or union, use a second spanner on the union to avoid breaking both seals.
      - 3. Do not use jointing compound on the threads.
      - 4. Avoid twisting the hose. Adjust the hose line to ensure freedom from rubbing or trapping before tightening hose end connections.
    - Hose Warranty
- CABLES
  - PTO GEARBOX
  - STORAGE
- Boom Cylinder Removal and Replacement Instructions
  - 1. Clear the area of all personnel before lowering the boom mower head.
  - 2. From the tractor seat with your seat belt fastened around you, Lower the boom mower head to the ground. Extend the boom to the furthest reach and lower the mower head flat on the ground. DO NOT attempt to replace the cylinders with the boom in the...
  - 3. Shut off the tractor, engage the parking brake, place the tractor transmission in the park position, and remove the key before dismounting.
  - 4. Allow the system to cool to room temperature before removing any hydraulic components.
  - 5. Wear Safety glasses and impenetrable gloves when working with hydraulic hoses and fittings.
  - 6. Release all oil pressure from the hydraulic circuit by manually stroking each valve section with the tractor engine off. Utilize the Manual Override function if the unit is equipped with an electric over hydraulic valve.
  - 7. Utilize blocks, jack stands or a suitable over head hoist to support the weight of the boom section and remove pressure form the cylinder mounting pins.
  - 8. Check to see that the cylinder to be replaced is not under pressure by moving the cylinder pins by hand. The pins should be loose and should slide form the pin bore easily. If the pins are tight and cannot be moved, the cylinder may be under press...
  - 9. Cylinder assemblies are heavy and can fall when the pins are removed. Support the hydraulic cylinder with a suitable hoist or jack.
  - 10. Slowly loosen the hydraulic connections to the cylinder. Carefully unscrew hose fitting and allow any remaining pressure to bleed off. Use Extreme Care. Oil must be cool, and the technician should stand to the side to prevent exposure to any hydr...
  - 11. Cap both ends of the fitting with suitably sized metal caps.
  - 12. Remove the cylinder pins starting with the ROD end cylinder pin. Make sure the cylinder is properly supported, and remove the base end cylinder pin. The cylinder may be heavy, use proper lifting techniques to lift and handle the cylinder. If need...
  - 13. Measure the distance between the cylinder pin holes and extend the new cylinder the correct length prior to attempting an installation.
  - 14. Install the new cylinder in place and install both cylinder pins and retaining hardware.
  - 15. Remove the metal caps, and re-install the hydraulic hoses.
  - 16. Check the hydraulic reservoir of the boom mower to ensure there is sufficient oil. Follow the manufactures recommendations for proper oil type and filtering techniques and requirements to add oil to the system.
  - 17. Clear the area of all persons prior to starting the tractor.
  - 18. Consult the Operator's Manual for instruction in regard to the proper operating procedure.
  - 19. From the tractor seat, with the seat belt fastened, operate the boom to ensure proper operation of the boom function.
  - 20. From the tractor seat, with the seat belt fastened, operate the boom controls to fully extend and retract the new cylinder several times to purge any trapped air from the system.
  - 21. From the tractor seat, with the seat belt fastened, look for signs of and oil leak. If an oil leak is observed, shut the tractor down and follow the steps to remove pressure from the hydraulic circuit. Identify the source of the leak, and resolve...
  - 22. Upon completion of the required repairs, return to Step # 16 to recheck the cylinder for proper operation.
- Hydraulic Component Maintenance Schedule
  - PROPER TORQUE FOR FASTENERS
  - FLAILHEAD
    - 1. Frequently inspect the rotor assembly for damaged or missing flails. Bolts and nuts securing the flails to the rotor should be regularly checked and kept tight. The correct torque setting for these locknuts is 135 Nm (100 lbs/ft.). Use only the co...
    - 2. Do not attempt to run the rotor with flails missing. Imbalance will cause severe vibration and can rapidly damage the rotor shaft bearings. As an emergency measure, if a flail is broken off or lost, remove another on the opposite site of the rotor...
    - 3. Blunt flails absorb a lot of power and leave an untidy finish to work. They should be sharpened on a grindstone or with a portable grinder periodically.
    - 4. Wear protective gear when sharpening flails.
    - 5. Ensure that the bearing housings and hydraulic mounting nuts and bolts are kept tight. They should be checked during servicing.
    - Flail Blades Inspection
    - Blade Pins and D-Ring Inspection
    - Flail Axe Blades Inspection
    - Flail Axe Blade Bolt Inspection
    - Flail Blades Inspection
    - Blade Pins and D-Ring Inspection
    - Flail Axe Blades Inspection
    - Flail Axe Blade Bolt Inspection
      - MAINTENANCE SECTION
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  - OPERATOR’S MANUAL
    - RHINO®
  - To the Owner/Operator/Dealer
  - DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery / Operation Instructions
    - REAR-MOUNT
    - BOOM MOWER
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