Alamo A84B - Manual (Page 103)

OPERATION
A84B 03/07 Operation Section 4-13
© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
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7. If using a hydraulic cylinder, connect hydraulic hose ends into tractor hydraulic ports. Pressure may
need to be relieved from the system to allow for ease of attachment.
8. If the mower has been attached to a 3-point hitch drawbar, adjust any tractor equipped lower link check
chains, guide blocks, or sway blocks to prevent the hitch and mower from swaying side to side. Note:
Never raise the 3-point lift with the mower attached as catastrophic driveline damage will occur.
6.3 Safety Chains
When towing implements on a public roadway, use a safety chain with tensile strength equal to or greater than
the gross weight of the unit being towed. This will control the implement in the event the hitch pin is lost during
transport.
After the ends of the safety chain are attached to the implement and the tractor, make a trial run by driving the
tractor to the right and to the left to check for proper length. If necessary readjust the chain to eliminate loose
or tight chain lengths.
7.1 Setting Mower Height- Lift Type
1. Park the tractor and mower on level ground.
2. Using the 3-point hitch control lever, position
the front of the mower with the side skids 1”
less off the ground than desired cut height.
For example, for a 3” cut, position the skids 2”
from the ground. Set the 3-point control lever
stop at this position to maintain this height
when raising and lowering the mower.
3. Shut down the tractor and remove the key.
4. Level the mower deck front to rear by
extending or retracting the 3-point top link.
7. 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
Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted
component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up
to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious
injury or even death.
(SG-14)