Alamo FALCON 15/10 - Manual (Page 115)

OPERATION
FACLON 15/10 03/09 Operation Section 4-25
© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
T
ION
Transport Position
To raise mower wings, drive the unit to a level
area and retract the wing hydraulic cylinders.
DO NOT raise wings with the mower positioned
on an embankment or other inclined position
to prevent overturning the mower. After the
wings are fully raised, install transport lock
braces to prevent wings from inadvertently
falling. NOTE: If the transport lock braces can
not be easily installed, lower the mower wings
and remove rod end of cylinder and adjust the
rod clevis in or out to match the transport brace
length.
The center of gravity is raised and the mower
more prone to tipping when the wings are in the
raised position. When transporting, only raise
the center section high enough to clear ground
obstacles. OPS-R-0016A
Operating Position
To lower the wings, remove the transport lock
braces and secure braces on storage bracket.
DO NOT drive out transport brace pins. The wing
cylinder may need to be retracted to remove
tension for brace removal. After removing brace
bars, extend wing hydraulic cylinders and fully
lower wings.
The valves operating wing cylinders should be
placed in the float position while mowing to allow
the mower to follow the contour of uneven terrain
and to prevent the wings from creeping up. When
extending a wing over a ditch for mowing, place
the control valve lever detents in the center
position. This will give the mower more stability
and prevent the opposite wing from raising. DO
NOT operate the mower with the valves in the
center position for extended periods of time to
prevent deck frame damage. OPS-R-0017_D
Use extreme care when lowering or unfolding the implement’s wings. Make sure no
bystanders are close by or underneath the wings. Allow ample clearance around the
implement when folding or unfolding the wings. Use extreme caution around buildings or
overhead power lines.
(S3PT-05)