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FM60/72
Side & Rear Discharge
60" & 72" Rotary Mowers
Published 08/01 Effective S/N FM60-12900 to Currrent Part No. 00761717C
FM72-13900 to Current
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.
®
RHINO
1020 S. Sangamon
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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 accidents. BEFORE YOU START!! Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual. Observe the rules of safety and common sens
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BE SAFE! BE ALERT! BE ALIVE! BE TRAINED before operating the Mower! Safety Training Makes the Difference In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, 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.
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Alamo Group Ag. 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 S
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ......................................................................................................................................... 1-1 Safety Information ..........................................................................................................................................1-2 Decal Location .............................................................................................................................................. 1-11 S
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SAFETY SECTION Safety Section 1-1
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SAFETY A safe and careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufac- turer 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 assem- bling, operat
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SAFETY PELIGRO! Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que ¡LEA EL si lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas INSTRUCTIVO! de seguridad. (SG-3) Never operate the Tractor or Implement until you have read and DANGER! completely understand this Manual, the Tractor Operator’s Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Tractor and Implement. Learn how to stop the tractor engine suddenly in an emergency. Never allow inexperienced or untrained personnel too operate the Tr
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SAFETY DANGER! Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement. Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-10) DANGER! Never allow children to operate or ride on the Tractor or Implement. (SGM-11) WARNING! Do not mount the Tractor while the tractor is moving. Mount the Tractor only when the Tractor and all moving parts are completely stopped. (SG-12) DANGER! Start tractor only when properly seated in th
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SAFETY WARNING! Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and highways. Make sure the Tractor steering and brakes are in good condi- tion and operate properly. Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine the safe transport speeds for you and the equipment. Make sure you abide by the following rules: Test the trac
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SAFETY KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING ELEMENTS to prevent entanglement DANGER! and possible serious injury or death. (SG-24) DANGER! 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) WARNING! Do not exceed the rated PTO speed for the Implement. Excessive PTO speeds can cause Implement driveline or blade failures
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SAFETY DANGER! All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not limited to) - the Deflectors, Chain Guards, Steel Guards, Gearbox Shields, Hydraulic Tank Shields, and Retractable Door Shields should be used and main- tained in good working condition. All safety devices should be inspected carefully at least daily for missing or broken components. Missing, broken, or worn items must be replaced at once to reduce the possibility of injury or death from thrown objects, entangleme
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SAFETY Replace bent or broken blade with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN BLADES DANGER! SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES. (SGM-10) Do not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with the windows closed. WARNING! (SGM-11) DANGER! Always disconnect the main PTO Driveline from the Tractor before performing service on the Mower. Never work on the Mower with the tractor
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SAFETY DANGER! There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this Mower. REMEMBER! This machine is often operated in weeds and in heavy grass. The Blades of this Mower can throw objects if shields are not properly installed and maintained. Serious injury or even death may occur unless care is taken to insure the safety of the operator, bystanders, or passersby in the area. Do not operate this machine with anyone in the immediate area. Stop mowing if anyone is within
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SAFETY Replace bent or broken blade with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN OR WELD DANGER! ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES. (SGM-10) In addition to the design and configuration of this Implement, including Safety Signs and Safety Equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of personnel involved in the ope
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SAFETY NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on all products manufactured to promote safe operation. Damage to decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning, Rhino will replace the safety decals on any product in the field, free of charge. Contact your Rhino dealer for more information. 16 8 6A 13 22 5 8A 20 4A 15 1 9 21 6 21 16 14 17 2 3 4 18 12 13 11 4A 10 13 7 3 13 ITEM PART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1 00725746 1 PELIGRO Translate Safety Material 2 00749117 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard 3
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SAFETY 1 - 00725746 3 - 00755742 2 - 00749117 - Not Shown (See Inside Front Cover of Manual) 4 - 00756004 5 - 00756005 7 - 00758194 6 - 00756494 8 - 00760657 13 - 99101 9 - D103 FM6072 08/01 Safety Section 1-12 R 04-09-99 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
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SAFETY 11 - 00755691 12 - 00763977 14 - 00769897 14 - 00769899 FM6072 08/01 Safety Section 1-13 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
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SAFETY 8A - 00773723 6A - 00773723 4A - 00775933 17 - 00776481 FM6072 08/01 Safety Section 1-14 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
