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VERSA
BOOM ARM MOWER
Published 03/09 Part No. 02897300C
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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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ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
1502 E. Walnut
Seguin, Texas 78155
210-372-3551
Email: parts@alamo-industrial.com
©2009 Alamo Group Inc.
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To the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of acci- dents. BEFORE YOU START!!Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual. Observe the rules of safety and common
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In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Industrial, in cooperation with other industry manufacturers has developed the AEM/FEMA Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety Practices video and guide book. The video will familiarize and instruct mower-tractor operators in safe practices when using industrial and agricultural mowing equipment. It is important that Every Mower Operator be educated in the oper- ation of their mowing equipment and be able to recog
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Alamo Industrial Division is willing to provide one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices Video Please Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video DVD Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video Mower Operator’s Manual AEM Mower Operator’s Safety Manual Requester Name Phone: Requester Address: City State Zip Code Mower Model: Serial Number: Date Purchased: Dealer Salesperson: Dealership Name: Dealership Location: Mail to: AEM Video Services 1502 E Walnut street Seguin, TX 78155
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ..............................................................................................................1-1 General Safety Instructions and Practices .........................................................................................................1-2 Operator Safety Instructions and Practices .......................................................................................................1-3 Connecting & Disconnecting Implement Safety Instruct
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DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT .................................................................................................3-33 Basic Troubleshooting Guide for First Start-up. ...............................................................................................3-33 Starting the Tractor ..........................................................................................................................................3-35 Brake and Differential Lock Setting ................
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SAFETY SECTION Safety Section 1-1 © 2009 Alamo Group Inc.
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SAFETY General Safety Instructions and Practices A careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions. The first section of this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that, if followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury or death. Read and understand these Safety Messages before
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SAFETY SAFETY Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. (SG-30) Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. (SG-31) Operator Safety Instructions and Practices Never operate the Tractor or Implement until you
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SAFETY KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING ELEMENTS to prevent entanglement and possible serious injury or death. (SG-24) Never allow children to play on or around Tractor or Implement. Children can slip or fall off the Equipment and be injured or killed. Children can cause the Implement to shift or fall crushing themselves or others. (SG-25) NEVER use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating the Tractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator’s alertness and coordin
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SAFETY SAFETY Avoid contact with hot surfaces of the engine or muffler. 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-38) The rotating parts of this machine continue to rotate even after the Tractor has been turned off. The operator should remain in his seat for 60 seconds after the brake has been set, the PTO disengaged, the tractor turned off, and all evidence of rotation has ceased. (S
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SAFETY Do Not attempt to raise or lower the boom or mower head unless the Implement is securely attached to the Tractor. The Implement could tip over and cause equipment damage and possible serious injury or death. Do Not use the boom controls to assist in installing the implement on the tractor. Raise or Lower the boom and mower head only while seated in the Tractor operator’s seat with the seat belt securely fastened. Inadvertent contact with the boom controls could allow a component to fal
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SAFETY SAFETY The Mower shaft speed must not - UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES - exceed 1800 RPM. (SBM-15) Use extreme care and Safety Awareness when using the boom mower head to mulch loose brush or wood that has fallen on the ground from overhead trimming. DO NOT mulch this debris if bystanders, vehicles, livestock or buildings are within 300 feet of the mower. This cut debris can be thrown at great velocities and could result in serious injury or even death. (SBM-17) Do not back up this implement
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SAFETY Flail Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwingobjects for great distances (100 yards or more) and causing seriousinjury or death. Follow safety messages carefully. STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 100 YARDS UNLESS: -Front and Rear Deflectors, Chain Guards, or Bands are installed and in good, workablecondition; -Mower sections or Wings are running close to and parallel to the ground withoutexposed Blades; -Passerby are outside the existing thrown-object zone;-All areas
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SAFETY SAFETY Do not mount or dismount the Tractor while the tractor is moving. Mount the Tractor only when the Tractor and all moving parts are completely stopped. (SG-12) Start tractor only when properly seated in the Tractor seat. Starting a tractor in gear can result in injury or death. Read the Tractor operators manual for proper starting instructions. (SG-13) Do not operate this Equipment with hydraulic oil or fuel leaking. Oil and fuel are explosive and their presence could present a
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SAFETY Do Not operate this equipment in areas where insects such as bees may attack you and/or cause you to lose control of the equipment. If you must enter in such areas, use a tractor with an enclosed Cab and close the windows to prevent insects from entering. If a tractor cab is not available, wear suitable clothing including head, face, and hand protection to shield you from the insects. Attacking insects can cause you to lose control of the tractor, which can result in serious injury or
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SAFETY SAFETY Mow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower. The correct mowing speed depends on terrain condition and grass type, density, and height of cut. Normal ground speed range is from 2 to 5 mph(3-8 kph). Use slow mowing speeds when operating on or near steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, or when debris and foreign objects are to be avoided. (SGM-07) Avoid mowing in reverse direction when possible. Check to make
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SAFETY Do not let the Blades turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any reason, including clearance or for turning. Raising the Mower deck exposes the Cutting Blades which creates a potentially serious hazard and could cause serious injury or even death from objects thrown from the Blades. (SRM-07) Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices Make sure the PTO shield, integral driveline shields, and input shields are is installed when using PTO-driven equipment. Always replace a
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SAFETY SAFETY DO NOT allow any person under a raised boom or mower head unless it is securely locked up or supported. DO NOT approach the Implement unless the Tractor is turned off and all motion has ceased. Never work under the frame work, or any lifted component unless the implement is securely supported or blocked up. Inadvertent contact with the controls could allow a component to fall. A sudden or inadvertent fall by any of these components could cause serious injury or even death.
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SAFETY Perform service, repairs and lubrication according to the maintenance section. Ensure the unit is properly lubricated as specified in the lubrication schedule and all bolts and nuts are properly torqued. Failure to properly service, repair and maintain this Implement in good operating condition could cause component failure and possible serious injury or even death. (SG-35) Use caution and wear protective gloves when handling sharp objects such as blades, knives, and other cutting edge
