RSM5, RSM6 FLAIL MOWER Part No. 00788944 Published 05/13 OPERATOR’S/PARTS 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. C01-Cover RHINO ® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave. Gibson City, IL 60936 800-446-5158 Email: parts@servis-rhino.
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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To the Owner/Operator/Dealer This Operator’s Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the implement at all times. A Manual canister is provided on the implement where this manual can be properly stored. If you lose or damage this manual a free replacement manual can be obtained from an authorized Rhino dealer or by down loading the manual from the Rhino website www. servis-rhino.
dealer should inform the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable. dealer should also inform the Purchaser to review the contents of the operator’s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation and maintenance, to review the /safety signs on the implement (and tractor if DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery Operation Instructions possible) and of Purchaser’s responsibility to train his/her operators in safe operation procedures.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION............................................................................................................................................................ General Safety Instructions and Practices..................................................................................................................... Operator Safety Instructions and Practices...................................................................................................................
SAFETY SECTION SAFETY SECTION MOWER 04/13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY SECTION General Safety Instructions And Practices A careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer 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.
SAFETY SECTION Operator Safety ! DANGER ! WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DO THE FOLLOWING: • ! CAUTION READ, UNDERSTAND and FOLLOW Operator’s Manual instructions, Warnings and Safety Messages. • WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, safety shoes, hard hat, hearing protection and gloves when operating or repairing equipment. • Important WEAR appropriate breathing respirator when operating in dusty conditions to avoid respiratory diseases.
SAFETY SECTION Connection Or Disconnecting Implement Safety ! DANGER TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM BEING CRUSHED BY TRACTOR OR IMPLEMENT: WHEN BACKING tractor to implement hitch: ! WARNING • DO NOT ALLOW BYSTANDERS between tractor and implement ! CAUTION BEFORE connecting and disconnecting implement hitch: • Important STOP TRACTOR ENGINE, place transmission into park, engage parking brake and remove key.
SAFETY SECTION Crushing Hazards TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING OFF TRACTOR, EQUIPMENT RUN OVER, ROLLOVER AND CRUSHING BY FALLING WING OR IMPLEMENT: USE ROPS and SEAT BELT equipped tractors for mowing operations. KEEP ROPS lock in up position. ALWAYS BUCKLE UP seat belt when operating tractor and equipment. ONLY OPERATE tractor and equipment while seated in tractor seat.
SAFETY SECTION Thrown Object Hazards ! DANGER ROTARY MOWERS CAN THROW OBJECTS 300 FEET OR MORE UNDER ADVERSE CONDITIONS. TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS FROM THROWN OBJECTS: • KEEP bystanders 300 feet away STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 300 FEET UNLESS: • All THROWN OBJECT SHIELDING including, Front and Rear Deflectors, Steel Guards, Bands, Side Skirts and Skid Shoes in place and in good condition when mowing.
SAFETY SECTION Thrown Objects Hazards (Continued) MOWER OPERATION: • DO NOT exceed mower’s rated Cutting Capacity or cut non-vegetative material. • USE ENCLOSED TRACTOR CABS when two or more mowers are operating in mowing area. • ADJUST mower sections or wing close and parallel to ground without exposing blades • ADJUST cutting HEIGHT to AVOID BLADE CONTACT with solid objects like wire, rocks, posts, curbs, guard rails and fixed obstructions.
SAFETY SECTION PTO Entanglement Hazards ! DANGER KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING DRIVELINES AND ELEMENTS TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH: STAY AWAY and KEEP hands, feet and body AWAY from rotating blades, drivelines and parts until all moving elements have stopped. • STOP, LOOK and LISTEN before approaching the mower to make sure all rotating motion has stopped. • ROTATING COMPONENTS CONTINUE to ROTATE after the PTO is shut off.
SAFETY SECTION Mower Blade Contact Hazards ! DANGER • • • • KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING BLADES TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM BLADE CONTACT: STAY AWAY and KEEP HANDS, FEET and BODY AWAY from rotating blades, drivelines and parts until all moving elements have stopped.
SAFETY SECTION Electrical & Fire Hazards TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTRICAL CONTACT WHEN WORKING AROUND ELECTRICAL POWER LINES, GAS LINES AND UTILITY LINES: INSPECT mowing area for overhead or underground electrical power lines, obstructions, gas lines, cables and Utility, Municipal, or other type structure. DO NOT allow mower to contact with any Utility, Municipal, or type of structures and obstructions. CALL 811 and 1-800-258-0808 for identify buried utility lines.
SAFETY SECTION Transporting Hazards ! WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH WHEN TOWING OR TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT: • • • • • KEEP transport speed BELOW 20 mph to maintain control of equipment. REDUCE SPEED on inclines, on turns and in poor towing conditions. DO NOT TOW with trucks or other vehicles USE only properly sized and equipped tractor for towing equipment. FOLLOW all local traffic regulations.
SAFETY SECTION Hazards With Maintenance Of Implement ! WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM COMPONENT FAILURE BY KEEPING IMPLEMENT IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION IN PERFORMING PROPER SERVICE, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE. BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE ON THE IMPLEMENT: • STOP ENGINE AND PTO, engage parking brake, lower implement, allow all moving parts to stop and remove key before dismounting from tractor. • PLACE implement on ground or securely block up raised equipment.
SAFETY SECTION Parts Information PARTS INFORMATION Rhino mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Rhino specifications. Non-genuine “will fit” parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce mower performance, void warranties, and present a safety hazard. Use genuine Rhino mower parts for economy and safety.
SAFETY SECTION Decal Location NOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Rhino cares about the safety of its customers, operators, and bystanders, and will replace the safety decals on this product in the field, free of charge (Some shipping and handling charges may apply). Contact your Rhino dealer to order replacement decal. 4 1 2 5 3 6 7 8 7 9 ITEM PART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1.
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SAFETY SECTION Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of federal laws and regulations concerning employer and employee equipment operators. This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the law and should not be considered as such. Employer-Employee Operator Regulations U.S. Public Law 91-596 (The Williams-Steiger Occupational and Health Act of 1970) OSHA This Act Seeks: “...
INTRODUCTION SECTION INTRODUCTION SECTION MOWER 04/13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc.
INTRODUCTION SECTION Introduction We are pleased to have you as a Rhino customer. Your Flail Cutter has been carefully designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers to give maximum service with minimum down time. This manual is provided to give you the necessary operating and maintenance instructions for keeping your flail cutter in top operation condition. Careful use and timely service saves extensive repairs and costly downtime losses. Please read this manual thoroughly.
INTRODUCTION SECTION Attention Owner/Operator BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator’s Manual, completely understand the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implement. 2. Fill out the Warranty Card in full. Be sure to answer all questions, including the Serial Number of the implement. Mail within 30 days of delivery date of this implement.
INTRODUCTION SECTION INTRODUCTION RHINO LIMITED WARRANTY (a)repair or replace the defective goods or part(s) or (b)reimburse Purchaser for the cost of the part(s) and reasonable labor charges (as determined by Manufacturer) if Purchaser paid for the repair and/or replacement prior to the final determination of applicability of the warranty by Manufacturer. the choice of remedy shall belong to Manufacturer. 2.05.
OPERATION SECTION OPERATION SECTION MOWER 04/13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION SECTION RHINO RSM5 & RSM6 super-heavy-duty flail mower operation instructions Rhino RSM flail mowers are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers. These mowers are designed for cutting grass and small weeds up to 1”. The mower is equipped with protective deflectors to prevent objects being thrown from the mower by the blades, however, no shielding is 100% effective. All shields, guards, and deflectors equipped on the mower must be maintained in good operational condition.
OPERATION SECTION Standard Equipment and Specifications Horsepower Required (Min.) Tractor PTO 540 RPM Cutting Capacity Cutting Height Cutting Width Overall Width Overall Length Weight (Approximate) Hitch Blades Number of Knives Blade Rotation Cuttershaft Diameter Gearbox Rating Knife Tip Speed (RPM) Driveline Size Drive Belt Rear Roller Diameter ! DANGER RSM5 25HP 540 RPM 1” 1.4” - 3.4” 61” 68” 43” 750 lbs CAT I Fine Cut Fine Cut 30 pair Forward 5,5” 60HP 2150 CAT 5 “B” Size 5,5” RSM6 25HP 540 RPM 1” 1.
OPERATION SECTION ! DANGER 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.
OPERATION SECTION Tractor Safety Devices If transporting or operating the tractor and implement near a public roadway, the tractor must be equipped withproper warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of the unit. Lights and a SMV emblem must be equipped directly on implements if the visibility of the tractor warning signals are obscured. Maintain all manufacturer equipped safety shields and guards.
OPERATION SECTION Connecting The Mower To The Tractor Use extreme caution when connecting the mower to the tractor. The mower should be securely resting at ground level or setting on blocks. Keep hands and feet from under the mower deck and clear of pinch points between the tractor hitch arms and mower pins.
OPERATION SECTION Setting The Mower After the mower is attached to the tractor’s 3-point hitch, but before the universal slip joint is installed, and with the mower on the ground, adjust the top link of the hitch to make the mower gearbox input shaft parallel to the tractor PTO shaft. This relationship provides optimum operation of the universal joints in the driveline.
OPERATION SECTION Driveline Attachment The driveline yoke and tractor PTO shaft must be dirt free and greased for attachment. To connect the mower driveline to the tractor PTO output shaft, pull the driveline yoke collar back and align the grooves and splines of the yoke with those of the PTO shaft. Push the driveline yoke onto the PTO shaft, release the locking collar, and position the yoke until the locking collar balls are seated onto the PTO shaft.
OPERATION SECTION Pre-Operation Inspection And Service Before each use, a pre-operation inspection and service of the implement and tractor must be performed. This includes routine maintenance and scheduled lubrication, inspecting that all safety devices are equipped and functional, and performing needed repairs. DO NOT operate the unit if the pre-operation inspection reveals any condition affecting safe operation. Perform repairs and replacement of damaged and missing parts as soon as noticed.
OPERATION SECTION Transporting NOTE: Always disengage PTO before raising mower to transport position. 1. 2. 3. ! When raising mower to transport position, be sure driveline does not contact tractor or mower. Adjust and set tractor’s 3-point lift height so that the driveline does not contact mower deck in the fully raised position. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning, leaving enough clearance so that the mower does not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees or fences.
OPERATION SECTION General Operating Instructions Now that you have familiarized yourself with the Operator’s Manual, completed the Operators Checklist, properly attached your Flail Mower to your tractor, made the right offset or center adjustments, and preset your cutting height, you’re almost ready to begin using your Land Pride RSM5 Flail Mower. It’s now time to do a running operational safety check.
OPERATION SECTION OPERATION Troubleshooting Guide 15. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Remedy excessive Vibrations Check gearbox bolts. Check for missing knives on cutter shaft. Check to see if knives are free swinging. blade broken or bent. Cuttershaft bent. drivelines not phased correctly. implement & tractor yokes must be in line. Cuttershaft bearing worn tighten if loose replace missing knives low on lubricant. improper type lubricant. excessive trash build-up around gearbox.
MAINTENANCE SECTION MAINTENANCE SECTION MOWER 04/13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc.
MAINTENANCE SECTION Hazards With Maintenance Of Implement ! WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM COMPONENT FAILURE BY KEEPING IMPLEMENT IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION IN PERFORMING PROPER SERVICE, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE. BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE ON THE IMPLEMENT: • STOP ENGINE AND PTO, engage parking brake, lower implement, allow all moving parts to stop and remove key before dismounting from tractor. • PLACE implement on ground or securely block up raised equipment.
MAINTENANCE SECTION PARTS INFORMATION Rhino mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Rhino specifications. Non-genuine “will fit” parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce mower performance, void warranties, and present a safety hazard. Use genuine Rhino mower parts for economy and safety.
MAINTENANCE SECTION LOCATION LUBE INTERVAL LEVER ACTION PUMPS A. Cuttershaft Bearings 8 Hours 4-6 B. Roller Bearings 8 Hours 8-10* C. Mower Idler Arm 8 Hours 1-2 D. Banjo Bearing 8 Hours 2-3 *Note: Lubricate roller bearings until lubricant can be seen coming out between roller and bearing housing. MOWER 04/13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc.
MAINTENANCE SECTION Gearbox The gearbox should not require additional lubricant unless the box is cracked or a seal is leaking. It is recommended that the check plug be removed after every 8 to 10 hours of operation and oil added until it shows proper level. Use Rhino Multi-Purpose gear oil, P/N 00786250. To change the oil: • position a container under the oil drain plug. • loosen the oil drain plug (lower part of the sump) and allow the oil to flow out completely.
MAINTENANCE SECTION Flail Blades Inspection Inspect the Blades daily for abnormal wear.
MAINTENANCE SECTION If so, the shaft should be replaced or straightened. If the vibration is gone - the drive portion of the mower is running smoothly - then the vibration is probably coming from the cutter shaft (it could be a pulley out of balance or a faulty belt with a varying cross section, but this is not likely). The cutter shaft will run out of balance if: 1. Wire, rope, string, rags, etc., around the cutter shaft are holding the knives in a folded back position.
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