Alamo 7191852C - Manual (Page 70)

OPERATION
PA91 02/08 Operation Section 4-18
© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
T
ION
Do not operate this Equipment with hydraulic oil or fuel leaking. Oil
and fuel are explosive and their presence could present a hazard. Do
not check for leaks with your hand! High-pressure oil streams from
breaks in the line could penetrate the skin and cause tissue damage
including gangrene. To check for a hose leak, SHUT the unit ENGINE
OFF and remove all hydraulic pressure. Wear oil impenetrable gloves,
safety glasses and use Cardboard to check for evidence of oil leaks. If
you suspect a leak, REMOVE the HOSE and have it tested at a Dealer.
If oil does penetrate the skin, have the injury treated immediately by a
physician knowledgeable and skilled in this procedure.
(SG-15)
Attention: Oil Filler Cap is also the Pressure Relief Cap.
Remove cap slowly to relieve pressure before removing cap completely. Stay clear to pre-
vent being scalded with hot oil that may spray out of the tank that is still pressurized and may
cause serious injury to eyes, face, and exposed skin.
(Ops-0001-MISC)
Avoid contact with hot surfaces including hydraulic oil tanks, pumps, motors, valves and
hose connections. Relieve hydraulic pressure before performing maintenance or repairs.
Use gloves and eye protection when servicing hot components. Contact with a hot surface
or fluid can cause serious injury from burns or scalding.
(SG-34)
FLAIL HEAD INSPECTION
• Inspect blades and blade bolts for looseness
and excessive wear. Rotate to 90° to make for
checking easier. Replace damaged, worn, and
missing blades as complete sets to maintain
cuttershaft balance.
• Ensure rubber deflectors are in position and not
damaged. Replace worn, broken, and missing
sections immediately.
• Ensure the rollers are in good condition and
rotate freely.
• Inspect that all bolts and screws are in position
and are properly torqued.
• Ensure hydraulic lines are properly connected to the hydraulic motor. Check for hydraulic leaks along
hoses and fittings. DO NOT use your hands to check for oil leaks. Use a piece of heavy paper or
cardboard to check for hydraulic oil leaks.
• Inspect the condition of the drive belts.
• Ensure the drive belt shields are in place and in good repair.
• Remove any grass or other debris which may be wrapped around the cuttershafts ends.
• Inspect the condition of deck skid shoes and hardware. OPS-B- 0026_B