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OPERATION
2160 06/11 Operation Section 4-26
© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
Never operate the mower head tilted down where the operator can see the blades of the
mower. The blade could throw an object toward the operator causing serious injury or
death. Never operate the mower without an Operator Protective Structure. Always were
safety glasses and a hard hat.
9.1 Operating the Control Valves
The 2160 has two control valves. One is the on-off switch to the cutter motor and the other is the position
control valve.
ON-OFF Switch (Mower Valve) - To operate the mower, pull the switch while the tractor is running. The push-
pull operator will remain in the ON position PULLED or the OFF position PUSHED until the operator desires to
start or stop the mower. Always start the cutterhead with the tractor at idle.
The operator should not leave his seat with this valve engaged or with the tractor engine
running. Allow approximately 60 seconds for the blades to come to rest after turning the
switch off before dismounting.
9. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
THE OPERATOR MUST COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND HOW TO OPERATE THE TRACTOR AND
IMPLEMENT AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE. The operator must read and
understand the Safety and Operation Sections of the implement and tractor operator’s manuals. These
manuals must be read and explained to any operator who cannot read. Never allow someone to operate the
implement and tractor without complete operating instructions.
Before starting any operation, the operator must become familiar with the area to be worked in and any
obstacles and hazards contained within to ensure safety to the operator, bystanders, and equipment. Special
attention should be paid to foreign debris, rough terrain, steep slopes, and passersby and animals in the area.
OPS-U- 0015
Do not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with the windows
closed.
(SGM-11)
Mow only in conditions where you have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial
lighting. Never mow in darkness or foggy conditions where you cannot clearly see at least
300 feet (90 m) in front and to the sides of the tractor and mower. Make sure that you can
clearly see and identify passersby, steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions,
power lines, debris and foreign objects. If you are unable to clearly see these type of items
discontinue mowing.
(SGM-1)