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OPERATION
CY84 03/08 Operation Section 4-20
© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
• Ensure the tractor PTO master shield and the
mower slip clutch shield are in place, lowered,
and in good condition.
• Ensure the driveline integral shield is in good
condition and rotates freely.
• Ensure the driveline slip clutch (if equipped) is
properly adjusted. OPS-R-0039
• Inspect the gearbox oil level. A low oil level is a
warning sign that the gearbox may be cracked
or its seal is damaged and needs replacement.
• Ensure the gearbox vent is in place and free
from clogs. OPS-R-0040
• Inspect blades and blade bolts for looseness
and excessive wear. Make sure the mower is
securely blocked up before crawling beneath.
Replace damaged, worn and missing blades as
complete sets to maintain rotary balance during
operation.
• Ensure carrier hub nut is tightened with the
cotter pin inserted and spread. OPS-R-0041
Replace bent or broken blades with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN,
WELD, OR WELD HARDFACING ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR
OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE
SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES.
(SGM-10)