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© 2009 Alamo Group Inc. $0.00 OPERA T OR’S MANUAL ALAMO INDUSTRIAL ® 1502 E. W alnut Seguin, T exas 78155 830-372-3551 Email: parts@alamo-industrial.
T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving p arts are potentially hazardou s. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who re co gnizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
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Safety Section 1-1 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. SAFETY SECTION.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-2 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY General Safety Instruct ions and Practices A careful operator is the best opera tor . Safety is of primary import ance to the manufa cturer and should be to the owner/operator .
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-3 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Operator Safety Instr uctions and Practices Battery posts, ter minals and related accessories cont ain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer , birth defects or other reproductive har m.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-4 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Never allow children to play on or around T ractor or Implement. Children can slip or fa ll of f the Equipment and be inju red or killed. Children can c ause the Implement to shift or fall crushing themselves or others.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-5 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Connecting & Disconnecting Implem ent Safety Instructi ons & Practices Do not put hands or feet under mower decks. Blade Co ntact can result in serious in jury or even death.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-6 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety In structions and Practices Never leave the T ractor and Implement unattended while th e Implement is in the lifted position.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-7 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Do not back up this impleme nt when the boom or mower head is e xtended. Backing could damage the machine or its components.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-8 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Fl a il M owers are capa bl e un d er a d verse con diti ons o f th row i ngo bj ec t s for great dist ances (100 yards or more) and causing seriousinjury o r death. Follow safety messages carefully .
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-9 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Do not mount or di smount the T ractor while the tractor is moving. Mo unt the T ractor only when the T ractor and all moving part s are completely stopped. (SG-12) S tart tractor only when properly seate d in the Tractor seat.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-10 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Do Not operate this eq uipmen t in areas wher e in se ct s such as bees may attack you and/or cause you to lose contro l of the equipm ent. If you must enter in such areas, use a tractor with an enclosed Cab and close the windows to pr event insect s from entering.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-11 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY M ow at t h e spee d t h at you can sa f e l y operate an d contro l t h e tractor an d mower . Th e correct mowing spee d depends on terrain cond itio n and grass type, density , and height of cut.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-12 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Saf ety Instructions and Practices Do not let the Blad es turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any reason, including clearan ce or for turning.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-13 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. 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 T ractor is turned off a nd all motion has ceased.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-14 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY T ransporting Safety Inst ructions and Practices Perform service, rep airs and lubrication accord ing to the maintenance section. Ensure the unit is properly lubr icated as specified in the lubrication schedule and all bolts and nut s are properly torq ued.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-15 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Secure the boo m and mower head in the tr anspo rt position before traveling o n public roads. Never transport on public roads with t he boom and mower hea d extended. Always disengage and lock out the hydraulic controls for the boo m mower before transportin g.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-16 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Concluding Safety In structions and Practices T ransport only at speeds where you can maint ain control of the equipment. Seriou s accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at high speeds.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-17 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Alamo Industrial su pplies safety decals on this product to pro mote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-18 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY DECALS ON TRACTOR/MOUNT KIT/ COUNTERWEIGHT ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 02958241 1 DANGER Boom Mower Operators's Safety Decal (Front o f S tep Riser) 2. 02967827 {1} DANGER Multiple Hazard, Rotary (Rear of T op S tep Riser) 3.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-19 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION 02980202 - 50” X Frame Square Head Assy 1. 00769736 1 W ARNING Use/Re pair Shield & Guards 2. 00769737 2 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thrown Object s 3.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-20 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION - - - Flail Head (Flail-Axe) 1. 002369 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard 2. 02965141 1 DANGER Thrown Objects 3. 02967668 1 DANGER Thrown Objects Safety Shields 4.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-21 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION - - - Flail Head (FML-100H) 1. 002369 1 D ANGER Flail Multi Hazard 2. 02967668 1 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thr own Obje cts 3. 02967867 1 DANGER Operation of Safety Sh ield 4.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-22 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION - - - Flail Head 1. 002369 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard 2. 02967668 1 DANGER Cutting Blades/Thrown Objects 3. 02965141 1 DANGER Boom Fl ails 4. 00725739 1 WARNING Use/Repair Shields & Guards 5.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-23 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . DESCRIPTION 02972149 1 TIMBER CA T 5’ 02972150 1 TIMBER CA T 7’ 1. 00757139 1 Decal - Alamo TK Lo go 2. 0297193 1 1 Decal - T imber Cat 3. 0075714 0 1 Decal - Alamo Logo 4.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-24 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . DESCRIPTION 1. 02967827 1 Danger - Multi Hazard 2. 00756059 1 Warn ing - Oil Leak 3. 00769736 1 Wa rning - Use/Repair Guards 4. 02925100 1 Important - Repl acement Parts 5.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-25 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . TYPE DESCRIPTION 1. 00758194 1 WARNING V -Belt Pinch 2. 00769736 1 W ARNING Use/Repair Shields 3. 00769737 1 DANGER Cutting Blades 4. 02925100 1 CAUTION Genuine Parts 5.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-26 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY . DESCRIPTION 02979902 1 17’ Boom Assy 02980034 1 17’ Boom Assy T - 1 1. 02962764 6 Pinch Points 2. 02968952 1 Hose Connection Diagram 3. 02968953 2 Machete 4.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-27 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Description DANGER! - Multi Hazard - Failure to follow Safety Messages and Operating Instructions can cause serious bodily injury or even death to Operator and Others in area.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-28 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY INFORMA TIO N - T o prev ent prematu re hydraulic component failure, do not over speed the engine. When using the mower attachment, oper ate tractor at the engine speed wh ich will deliver 540 PTO RPM on T achometer .
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-29 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Peligro T ranslation, If you do not know how to read English, please find someone who knows how to read English. P/N 00725746 DANGER! Crushing and Pinch Point s. Moving machiney p arts can pinch or cru sh or fall- which may cause injury or death.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-30 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY INSTRUCT - Service hydraulic system with A W ISO VG 100 hydr au lic oil. P/N 02979473 NAME LOGO - Mache te P/N 02968953 Read Operato r ’s Manual! The operator ’s ma nual is located inside this canister .
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-31 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY W ARNING! Pinch Points P/N 02962764 INSTRUCTIONS - Hydraulic Connection, H ydraulic Motor Connections and Au xiliary/Door Co.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-32 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY NAME LOGO - 24 (Machete Mode l) P/N 02968980 W ARNING! Maintain shields and deflectors in good condition. Failure to do so may lead to injury or even death. P/N 00769736 DANGER! Keep Away Thrown Object s.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-33 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY IMPORT ANT - Use only Gen uine Alamo Industrial replacement p arts. P/N 02925100 DANGER! - Multi Hazard - Failure to follow Safety Messages and Operating Instructions can cause serious bodily injury or even death to Operator and Others in area.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-34 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY P/N 2738332 Red Reflectors P/N 2738333 Y ellow Reflectors NAME LOGO - Boom-Axe P/N 02725100 NAME DECA L P/N 02970883.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-35 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Name LOG O - Alamo In dustrial P/N 02979551 W ARNING! - Cutting while Fl ail Head is raised off ground will allow high-speed Flail Blades to throw cuttings at high speed for a considerable dist ance.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-36 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY W ARNING! Do not operate with Belt Shield removed. Finger(s) may be pinched of f if get caught between V -Belt and Pulley . P/N 00758194 Instructions to properly lubricate and check mower for potential problems pr ior to operation.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-37 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY W ARNIN G! Never use yo ur hand to ch eck for oil leaks. Always use paper or cardb oa rd . P/N 00756059 Operator's Manu al (with repair part s) and warranty was attached to this implement during final inspection.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-38 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY 100H LOGO NAME. P/N 02967595 NAME DECA L P/N 02970885 NAME DECA L P/N 02970896 NAME DECA L P/N 02970886.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-39 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY NAME LOGO P/N 02971931 DANGER! KEEP A WA Y! Sickle Blades are guarded only by remote location. Keep all persons away from cutting Blades to prevent amputa tion of contacted bo dy parts.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-40 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY LOGO NAME BUZZBAR. P/N 02974998 Blade Rotation Clockwise. P/N D138 W ARNIN G- Hearing Prot ection is require d when working within 100 yards of this machine. P/N 02975158 DANGER- Keep away rotating blades.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-41 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY W ARNING- Disconnect the hydraulic solenoid before pr eforming se rvice work on tractor o r mower . P/N 02975515 INSTRUCT - Do not locate hitch post in this area P/N 02975516 INSTRUCT - Pitch Adjust P/N 02975514 Red Reflector .
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-42 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Amber Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visibl e. P/N 1458393 NAME LOGO P/N 02980001.
SAFETY MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Safety Section 1-43 ©2009 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intend ed to explain in broa d terms the conc ept and effect of federal laws and re gulations concerning emplo yer and employee equipment o perat ors.
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Introduction Section 2-1 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. INTRODUCTION SECTION.
INTRODUCTION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Introduction Section 2-2 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. INTRODUCTION This Boom Mower is design ed with care and built with quality material s by skilled workers.
INTRODUCTION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Introduction Section 2-3 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. INTRODUCTION Y our Machete Boom Mower is designed for heavy-duty cuttin g in limited access areas such as highway , park, and rural roadsides, overhea d growth, ditch es, levees, and other such gr ass and limb control u ses in gener ally hard-to-reach ar eas.
INTRODUCTION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Introduction Section 2-4 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. INTRODUCTION Attention Owner/Operator BEFORE OPERA TING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator ’s Ma nual, completely underst and the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implement.
Operation Section 3-1 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION SECTION.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-2 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION ALAMO INDUSTRIAL M ACHETE BOOM MOWER OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Alamo Industrial MACHETE Booms are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-3 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 1.OPERA TOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualifi ed operator .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-4 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 2.TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS In addition to tractor horsepower an d size required to operate th e boom unit, the tracto.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-5 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Never opera te the Tr actor and Mowe r Unit with out an OPS (Operators Protective S tructure) or Cab to prevent injury from object s thrown from ground or from overhea d trimming.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-6 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 2.4 T ractor Ballast T o ensure tractor stability when operat ing on flat surfaces the left rear tractor tire MUST exert a minimum down force (weight) of 1500 lbs.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-7 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 3.1 Boarding the T ractor Use both hands and equ ipped handrails and steps for supp ort when boarding the tractor . Never use control levers for suppor t when mounting the tractor .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-8 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 4.ST ARTING THE TRACTOR The operat or must have a complete un derstanding of th e placement, function, a nd operationa l use of all tractor cont rols before starting the tractor .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-9 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 5.CONNECTING A TT ACHIN G HEADS TO THE BOOM 1. S tart by using a hoist to lower the bo om(1) down to the Machete head(2).
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-10 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Do not operate this Equ ipment with hy draulic oil or fuel leaking.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-11 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Boom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Serv ice Inspect and service the boom arm and head prior to operation. Damaged a nd/or broken part s should be repaired and/or replaced immediately .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-12 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION The operator’s manual and safety signs af fixed on the unit contain important instru ctions on the saf e and proper use of the equipment.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-13 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION B OO M ARM A SS EMBL Y • Inspect condition of each arm se ction weldment • Ensure all pins ar e in pla ce . • Ensure all bolt s and screws are properly installed.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-14 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION HYDRAULIC PUMP/OIL RESERVOIR • Check oil reservoir level and oil condition. (Add specific type oil if low) • Change hydraulic oil filter and hydrauli c oil according to mainte nance schedule.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-15 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION ROT ARY HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blades and bl ade bo lts for looseness and excessive wear . R otate to 90° to make for checking easier . Re place damaged, worn, and missing blades as complete set s to maintain rot ary balanc e.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-16 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION FLAIL HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blades and bl ade bo lts for looseness and excessive wear . Rotate to 90° to make for checking easier . Replace damaged, worn, and missing blades as complete sets to maint ain cuttershaft balance .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-17 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION TIMBER CA T HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blade and bolt s for looseness and excessive wear . Make sure the unit is securely blocked up when crawling underneath or set on ground before doing maintena nce.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-18 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION DITCHER HEAD INSPECTION • Inspect blades and bolt s on ditcher head assembly for loos en e ss and ex cessive wear . Make sure the u nit is securely blocked up before doing main tenan ce .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-19 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Boom Mower PRE-OP ERA TION Inspection Mower ID#________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-20 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION T ractor PRE-OPERA TION Inspection Mower ID# ________________ Make ____________________ Date: ________________ Sh.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-21 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 6.2 C utting C omponent Inspection Inspect blade p an and blade assembly for the following: OPS-U-0031 Inspect the Blades daily for abnormal wear .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-22 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 6.3 Blade Bolt Inspection Inspect Blade Bolt Head da ily for wear as followed: Inspect the Blade Bolt Heads d aily for abn ormal wear .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-23 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 7.OPERA TING THE BOOM JOYSTICK CONTROL Positioning the boom is performed with electronic va lves controlled by the operator using a single joystick. The joystick controls five st andard operations: Swin g, Lif t, Dipper , Head, T ilt, and Door .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-24 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 7.1 Mower Head Power ON - OFF Switches (base of the JOYSTICK) Before attempting to start the T ractor , make cert.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-25 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION . 7.2 Swing The twisting motion of the Joysti ck, actuates the SWING cylinder .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-26 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 7.3 Lif t The forward and back movement of the Joystick actuates the LIFT cylinder . Pulling the Joystick toward t he operator causes t he boom LIFT cylinder to lift t he boom arm up.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-27 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 7.4 Dipper The Left and Right movement of the Joystick actuates the DIPPER cylinder . Pushing the Joystick lever to the RIGH T causes the boom DIPPER cylinder to LIFT the small boom UP .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-28 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 7.5 Tilt The two lower th umb bu ttons (Red Bu ttons) on the pa nel at the top of the joystick ac tivates the TIL T cylinder . Pressing the left button will cause the outer rim (farthest from the tractor) to move UP .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-29 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 7.6 Door Using the trigger button in co njuction with the swivel buttons(Red Butt ons)on the joystick ac tuates the Aux iliary Cylinder on the attache d head. Pressing the trigger button and pushing the left swivel button opens the door .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-30 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 8 . DRIVING THE TRACT OR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport r equires the operator to po ssess a thor ough knowledge of the model being operated and precaution s to take while driving with an at tached implement.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-31 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION T ransport only at speeds where you can maint ain control of the equipment. Seriou s accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at high sp eeds.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-32 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 8.2 Brake and Differential Lock Setting Make sure the tracto r brakes are in good operating conditio n. Tractor brakes can be set to operate independ ently allowing single rear wheel braking action or locked to gether to provide simultaneo us rear wheel braking.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-33 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 8.3 Driving the T ractor and Boom S tart off dri ving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintainin g complete contr ol of the tractor .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-34 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 9.OPERA TING THE BOOM UNIT AND A TT ACHED HEAD THE OPERA TOR MUST COMPLETEL Y UNDERST AND HOW TO OPERA TE THE TRA CTOR AND MOWER AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO MOW .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-35 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 9.1 Foreign Debris Hazards/Overhead Obstructions An area to be cut must first be inspected for objects that could be thrown o r that could damage the machine.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-36 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Rotary Mowers are capable u nder adverse conditions o f throwing objects for gre at dista nces 100 yards or more) a nd causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-37 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 9.3 Operating the Att ached Mower Heads The boom can att ach to and operate multiple heads on e at a time for a wide range of vegetation control applications. The at tached heads are design ed for dif fer ent applications.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-38 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Grass Flail • The Grass Flail head is rated for cuttin g grass only . • The Grass Flail operates att ached to the boom arm, and is ideal for cuttin g hard to reach areas where a sm oo th cut is req uir e d.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-39 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Flail • The Flail Brush Cutter is rated to cut material up to 4” in diameter . • Setting cuttin g he igh t ra ng e s from 3/ 4” to 6”. Cutting height is set by adjusting the height of the roller assembly .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-40 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Ti m be r C a t • The T imber Cat Sickle Bar Lim b Cutter is rate d for material up to 4” in diameter . • The Timber Cat is operat ed attached t o the boom arm and is ideal for trimming popula ted areas where a sm oo th cut is req uir e d.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-41 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety d evices including (but not lim- ited to) - the De flectors, Chain Guards, S teel Guards, Gearbo x Shields, PTO integral shields, an d Retractable Door Shields should be used and maint ained in good working condition.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-42 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION BEFORE leaving the tractor seat, always engage the brake and/or set the tractor transmission in parking ge ar , disengage the PTO, stop the engine, remove the key , and wait for all moving part s to stop.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-43 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION 1 1.TRANSPORTING THE TR ACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Inherent hazards of operating the tr actor and implement and the possibilit y of accidents are not left behind when you finish work ing in an area .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-44 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Before tran sporting the tractor on a p ublic roadway or boarding a trailer for tr ansport, the tractor brak e pedals should be lo cked together .
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-45 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Make cert ain that the “Slow Moving V ehicle” (SMV) sign is inst alled in such a wa y as to be clearly vis ible and legible. Wh en transpo rting the Equipment use the Tracto r flashing warning light s and follow all local traf fic regulations.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-46 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION Make cert ain that the “Slow Moving V ehicle” (SMV) sign is inst alled in such a wa y as to be clearly vis ible and legible. Wh en transpo rting the Equipment use the Tracto r flashing warning light s and follow all local traf fic regulations.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-47 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION TROUBLESHOOTIN G GUIDE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER N OT WOR KIN G - Check level of hydraulic fluid (see sight gauge on tank) . Check to see if pump is functioning properly by attempting to use a nother cylinder or pressure gauge.
OPERATION MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-48 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. OPERA TION HYDRAULIC V AL VE - Failures in the hydraulic system are almost always caused by other element s in the system other than the valve; so the entire system should be checked before th e valve is changed.
Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 1 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE SECTION.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 2 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE LUBRICA TION INFORMA TION Before operating your Machete, t ake the time to inspect and repair any damage to the machine or tractor .
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 3 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE If possible, it is best to check the spindle oil level after the machine has been operat ed. This will allow the oil to flow easier . Position the head vertica l as shown in Fig ure MntP-B-0002 .
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 4 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE T ANK FILL Check the sight gauge and add mo re Mbil DTE or A W ISO VG 68 hydraulic fluid (Refer to list of rec- ommended fluids) to bring the le vel up be tween 1/2 to 3/4 on the gauge.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 5 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE HARDW ARE Most nuts and bolt s will stay tight an d therefore need on ly periodic checking. However , the following nuts and bolts are extrem ely important and s hould receive special attentio n: S pindle Housing Bolts: T ighten to 400 Ft.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 6 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE PROPER TORQUE FOR F ASTENERS The chart lists the correct tightening torque for fasten er s.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 7 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE SER VICE OF SPINDLE HO USING (FIGURE Mnt-0006) Remove blade bar or p an. Remove hydraulic motor . Remove spindle housing from unit. Drain remaining oil from housing.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 8 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE ASSEMBL Y Make sure all p arts are clean and free of any cont amination Install Bearing Cu ps (3 & 4) into S pindle Housing (2) using a suit able bearing driver to seat the cup s.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenanc e Sec tio n 4- 9 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE Before installing the spindle (with the bearing pressed on it), lubricate the rubber portion of the seal. This will reduce the chance of the Seal being tor n by the inst alla tion of the spindle and is a ne cessar y step when se tting the rolling T orque.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-10 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE 60” MACHETE HEAD MOT OR PLA TE A TT ACHEMENT Before insta lling the rods run two nuts on each end of the rods down 2". Place a ha rdened F lat washer on each end.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-11 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE Place thread locking compound on the threads and install the hardened washers and top lock nuts on the rods exte nding thro ugh the bo ttom of the deck. T orque these rods to 230 Ft-Lbs.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-12 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE ST ART UP PROCEDURE 1. Read all safety instructions. Deca ls on the Machete Boom warn you of particula r and mult iple hazards. Many decals are attache d close to part of the Machete Boom wh ere there is a possible hazard.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-13 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE TIMBER CA T HEAD Lubrication/Daily Checks (Figure Mnt-0 007) Lubricate the grease fittings on top of the blade ba r every 4 ho urs. See Fi gure Mnt-0007 . Every 8 hours, lubricate the cylinder grease fittin g through the top slot in the cover .
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-14 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE BUZZBAR HEAD BLADES For best performance, have b lade s set and shar pe ned wh en the y begin to dull. Blades can be touched up with a grinder or file between sharpe nings.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-15 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE BEL T TENSION ADJUSTMENT (Figure Mnt-B-0010) Loosen nut s on the 4 studs and the jam nut.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-16 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE LUBRICA TION Grease each spindle with one pump of high quality lithium grease weekly . More than one pump is unnecessary and will cause a mess when extra grease squirts out of the relief.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-17 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE FLAIL AXE HEAD BEL T TENSION When installing new belts, ti ghten belt s to obtain a 16 lb.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-18 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE Grass Flail Head T ensioning Drive Belt s The rotor shaf t is driven from the gear motor via “V ” be lts which are adjust able for tension. After stopping the tractor eng ine, remove the drive gua rds to tigh ten the belts.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-19 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE MOTOR & COUPLING INST ALLA TION Bolt motor to mount p late. Fu lly tighten b olt (Item 1). Install flex coupler to the quick disconnect pulley hub using the cou ntersunk socket head bolts (Item 2).
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-20 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE T APER BUSHING & SHEA VE INST ALLA TION Do not use lubricant s during installation as this may ca use shea ve breakage. Make sure the bushing and bore of th e sheave are free of dirt, paint, met al chips, etc.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-21 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE General Information on Flail Mower V ibration FLAIL MOWERS INFORMA TION BULLETIN NO. 5 EXCESSIVE VIBRA TION Vibration is a MONSTER and if allowed to continu e unchecked, ca n cause the complete break-u p of a machine in a very short time.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-22 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE The cutter shaf t will run out of balance if: 1. Wire, rope, string, ra gs, etc., around the cutter shaft, are holdin g the knives in a folded back position. Remove such foreign object s and be sure all kniv es are free to swing to the extended position.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-23 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE SPINDLE SERVICE PROCEDURE 02960553B and 02960553C 1. Remove bla d e ba r or pan. 2. Remove hy dr au lic mo to r . 3. Remove spindle assembly from mower deck. 4.
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-24 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE CLEANING 1. Clean housin g and all related part s thoroughly and dry . 2. Protect parts from contamina tion. INSPECTION Bearings and cup s : Inspect rollers, races, and cages for nicks , pitting, discoloration, and signs of excessive or unusual wear .
MAINTENANCE MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Maintenance Section 4-25 ©2009 Alamo G roup Inc. MAINTENANCE 1 1. Remove the cloth, being careful not to allow any co ntamination into the spindle. T ighten the nut until a rolling torque of 16-21 inch-pounds is reached.
ALAMO-INDUSTRIAL LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRANTIES 1.01. Alamo Industrial warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercia l, gover nmental, or municip al purchaser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industr ial purchaser 1.
T o keep your implement running ef ficiently and safely , read your manual thoroughly and follow these dire ctions and the Safety Messages in this Ma nual. The T able of Cont ents clear ly identifies each section where you can easily find the information you need.
MACHETE BOOM-SOM 3/09 Printed in USA P/N 02968915C.
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