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OPERATION
RHD 02/11 Operation Section 4-5
© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
3. Tractor Requirements
The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power, capacity and required equipment to safely
operate the mower at a ground speed between 2 and 5 MPH. Operating the mower with a tractor that does not
meet the following requirements may cause tractor or mower damage and could be a potential danger to the
operator and passersby.
Tractor Requirements and Capabilities
• ASABE approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt.
• Tractor Safety Devices .....................Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem, lighting, PTO master shield
• Tractor Horsepower-Minimum..........RHD62-25 HP, RHD74-30 HP, RHD88-40 HP, RHD96-50HP
• 3-Point Hitch:
Lifting Capacity .......................RHD60 - 815 lbs., RHD72 - 930 lbs., RHD88 - 1035 lbs.,
RHD96-1170 lbs
Category.................................RHD60 - CAT I; RHD74, RHD88, RHD96 - CAT I or CAT II
• Front End Weights............................As needed to maintain 20% weight on tractor front axle
• Power Take Off.................................540 RPM - 6 spline
DO NOT use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating the
Tractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator’s
alertness and coordination and therefore affect the operator’s ability to
operate the equipment safely. Before operating the Tractor or Implement,
an operator on prescription or over-the-counter medication must consult
a medical professional regarding any side effects of the medication that
would hinder their ability to operate the Equipment safely. NEVER
knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment when their alertness or
coordination is impaired. Serious injury or death to the operator or others
could result if the operator is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
(SG-27)
3.1 ROPS and Seat Belt
The tractor must be equipped with a Roll-Over-Protective-Structure (ROPS) (tractor cab or roll-bar) and seat
belt to protect the operator from falling off the tractor, especially during a roll over where the driver could be
crushed and killed. Only operate the tractor with the ROPS in the raised position and seat belt fastened.
Tractor models not equipped with a ROPS and seat belt should have these life saving features installed by an
authorized dealer. OPS-U- 0003
Operate this Equipment only with a Tractor equipped with an approved roll-
over-protective system (ROPS). Always wear seat belts. Serious injury or
even death could result from falling off the tractor--particularly during a turnover
when the operator could be pinned under the ROPS.
(SG-7)