Alamo FC-0016 - Manual (Page 19)

SAFETY
A96B 03/06 Safety Section 1-11
© 2006 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
Connecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and Prac-
tices
Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices
DO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement driveline to a Tractor
PTO. Use of an adapter can double the operating speed of the Mower resulting in
excessive vibration, thrown objects, and blade and mower failure. Adapter use will also change the working
length of the driveline exposing unshielded driveline areas. Serious bodily injury and/or equipment failure can
result from using a PTO adapter. Consult an authorized dealer for assistance if the Implement driveline does
not match the Tractor PTO.
(S3PT-14)
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)
Never operate the Tractor and Mower if the Implement input driveline is directly connected
to the Tractor transmission. Tractor braking distances can be substantially increased by
the momentum of the rotating Mower blades driving the Tractor transmission even though the Tractor clutch
has been disengaged. Install an over running clutch between the Tractor PTO and the Mower driveline to
prevent this potentially dangerous situation.
(S3PT-16)
When attaching the Implement input driveline to the Tractor PTO, it is important that the
connecting yoke spring activated locking collar slides freely and the locking balls are seated
securely in the groove on the Tractor PTO shaft. A driveline not attached correctly to the Tractor PTO shaft
could come loose and result in personal injury and damage to the Implement.
(S3PT-17)
Before operating the Implement, check to make sure the Implement input driveline will not
bottom out or become disengaged. Bottoming out occurs when the inner shaft penetrates
the outer housing until the assembly becomes solid-it can shorten no more. Bottoming out can cause serious
damage to the Tractor PTO by pushing the PTO into the Tractor and through the support bearings or
downward onto the PTO shaft, breaking it off. A broken drive line can cause personal injury.
(S3PT-18)
Be particularly careful when transporting the Implement with the Tractor. Turn curves or go
up hills only at a low speed and using a gradual steering angle. Rear mounted implements
move the center of gravity to the rear and remove weight from the front wheels. Make certain, by adding front
ballast, that at least 20% of the tractor’s weight is on the front wheels to prevent rearing up, loss of steering
control or Tractor tip-over. Slow down on rough or uneven surfaces to prevent loss of steering control which
could result in property damage or possible injury. Do not transport unless 3-Point lift lever is fully raised and
in the latched transport position. Dropping implement in transport can cause serious damage to the tractor
and/or Implement and possibly cause the operator or others to be injured or killed.
(S3PT-2)