RHINO TURF FLEX P/N 00763618C User manual

TURF FLEX
Published 08/01 Effective Serial No. TX-10880 to Current P/N 00763618C
OPERATOR'S 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.
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
RHINO®
1020 S. Sangamon Ave.
Gibson City, IL 60936
800-446-5158
Email: [email protected] $0.00

TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
Read and understand the complete Warranty Statement found in this Manual. Fill out the Warranty
Registration Form in full and return it within 30 Days. Make certain the Serial Number of the Machine is
recorded on the Warranty Card and on the Warranty Form that you retain. The use of "will-fit" parts will void
your warranty and can cause catastrophic failure with possible injury or death.
All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded
operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has
designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of
accidents.
BEFORE YOU START!! Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual.
Observe the rules of safety and common sense!

In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, in
cooperationwith otherindustry manufacturershas developedtheAEM/FEMAIndustrialandAgricultural
MowerSafetyPractices video andguidebook.
Thevideo willfamiliarizeandinstructmower-tractoroperatorsinsafepracticeswhenusing industrialand
agriculturalmowingequipment. ItisimportantthatEveryMowerOperatorbeeducatedintheoperationof
theirmowingequipmentand be abletorecognizethe potentialhazardsthatcan occur whileoperatinga
mower. Thisvideo,alongwiththemoweroperator’smanualandthewarningmessagesonthemower,will
significantlyassistinthisimportanteducation.
YourAuthorizedAlamoAgDealer mayhave shownthisvideoandpresentedyouaDVDVideowhenyou
purchasedyourmower. If you oranymower operatorhavenotseen thisvideo,WatchtheVideo,Read
thisOperator’sManual,andCompletetheVideoGuidebookbeforeoperatingyour newmower. Ifyou
do not understand any of the instructions included in the video or operator’s manual or if you have any
questionsconcerningsafety of operation,contactyour supervisor, dealerorAlamo GroupAg.
IfyouwouldlikeaVHSvideotapeofthevideo,pleaseemailAEMV[email protected]orFaxAEM
VHSVideo at [phone]ormailin a completed copyoftheform on the backofthispage toAEM
VHSVideo1502EWalnutStreet,Seguin,TX78155. andrequesttheVHS videoversion. Please include
yourname, mailingaddress, mowermodel andserialnumber.
Everyoperatorshouldbetrainedforeachpieceofequipment(TractorandMower),understandtheintended
use,andthepotentialhazards beforeoperatingtheequipment.
Safety Training
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theMower!

Alamo Group Ag. Division is willing to provide
one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices Video
Please Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video
DVD Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video
Mower Operator’s Manual
AEM Mower Operator’s Safety Manual
RequesterName: Phone:
RequesterAddress:
City
State
Zip Code
MowerModel: Serial Number:
Date Purchased: DealerSalesperson:
DealershipName: Dealership Location:
Mailto: AEM Video Services
1502 E Walnut street
Seguin, TX 78155
Or Fax to: [phone]
OrEmail to: AEMV[email protected]

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY SECTION ......................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Decal Location .............................................................................................................................................. 1-12
Decals .......................................................................................................................................................... 1-15
Federal Laws & Regulations ................................................................................................................. 1-18
INTRODUCTION SECTION ............................................................................................................................. 2-1
ASSEMBLY SECTION ................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Tongue Jack and Wheel Attachment .............................................................................................................. 3-2
Swivel & Lift Arm Attachment .........................................................................................................................3-3
Hydraulic Cylinder Attachment ........................................................................................................................3-4
Wing Mower Attachment ................................................................................................................................3-4
Caster Wheel Attachment ..............................................................................................................................3-5
Rear Mower Attachment .................................................................................................................................. 3-7
Axle Arms ....................................................................................................................................................... 3-8
Driveshaft Attachment ................................................................................................................................... 3-10
Hydraulic Hose Attachment........................................................................................................................... 3-10
Wing Driveshaft Attachment .......................................................................................................................... 3-11
Rope Routing for Automatic Head Lock ......................................................................................................... 3-12
OPERATION SECTION .................................................................................................................................. 4-1
MAINTENANCE SECTION ............................................................................................................................ 5-1
Lubrication Information ...................................................................................................................................5-2
Gearbox .........................................................................................................................................................5-3
Swivel Assembly ............................................................................................................................................. 5-4
Gauge Wheel Assemblies ............................................................................................................................... 5-4
Blade Spindle Lubrication ................................................................................................................................ 5-4
DrivelineLubrication ........................................................................................................................................ 5-5
Blade Servicing ............................................................................................................................................... 5-6
Blade Sharpening ............................................................................................................................................ 5-6
Blade Removal and Installation ........................................................................................................................ 5-6
Belt Adjustment Procedure ............................................................................................................................. 5-7
Belt Installation ............................................................................................................................................... 5-8
Storage ........................................................................................................................................................... 5-9
Torque Settings ............................................................................................................................................... 5-9
Blade Spindle Service Instructions ................................................................................................................ 5-10
Clutch Assembly ........................................................................................................................................... 5-11
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