RHINO RX5 User manual

© 2010 Alamo Group Inc.
RX5/RX6
Published 02/10 Part No. 00786248C
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
RHINO®
1020 S. Sangamon Ave.
Gibson City, IL 60936
800-446-5158
Email: [email protected]
ROTARY MOWER
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-
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To the Owner/Operator/Dealer
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!
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
Read and understand the complete Warranty Statement found in this Manual. Fill out the Warranty Registration
Form in full and return it to 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

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY SECTION ........................................................................................ 1-1
General Safety Instructions and Practices........................................................................................................ 1-2
Operator Safety Instructions and Practices ...................................................................................................... 1-3
Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices................................................................................... 1-5
Connecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and Practices................................................... 1-10
Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices .............................................................................................. 1-11
Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices.......................................................................... 1-13
Storage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices.................................................................................. 1-15
Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices................................................................................................. 1-15
Decal Location ................................................................................................................................................ 1-16
Decal Description............................................................................................................................................ 1-18
Federal Laws and Regulations ....................................................................................................................... 1-24
INTRODUCTION SECTION........................................................................... 2-1
ASSEMBLY SECTION................................................................................... 3-1
DEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................... 3-2
SHIELD ASSEMBLY......................................................................................................................................... 3-2
A-FRAME INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................... 3-3
TAILWHEEL INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................... 3-4
SHEAR BOLT or SLIP CLUTCH DRIVELINE INSTALLATION........................................................................ 3-5
Front Rubber Fabric Deflectors (Standard Equipment)..................................................................................... 3-6
Rear Metal Band............................................................................................................................................... 3-6
CHECK CHAINS (Extra Equipment)................................................................................................................. 3-7
OFFSET ADAPTER HITCH (Extra Equipment)................................................................................................ 3-8
OPERATION SECTION ................................................................................. 4-1
Standard Equipment and Specifications........................................................................................................... 4-3
OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................ 4-4
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................... 4-5
ROPS and Seat Belt ......................................................................................................................................... 4-5
Tractor Safety Devices...................................................................................................................................... 4-5
Tractor Horsepower .......................................................................................................................................... 4-6
3-Point Hitch ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-6
Front End Weight.............................................................................................................................................. 4-6
Power Take Off (PTO) ...................................................................................................................................... 4-6
GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR ........................................................................................................ 4-7
Boarding the Tractor ......................................................................................................................................... 4-7
Dismounting the Tractor.................................................................................................................................... 4-8
STARTING THE TRACTOR ............................................................................................................................. 4-8
CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR.......................................................................................... 4-9
Connecting Mower............................................................................................................................................ 4-9
Safety Tow Chain............................................................................................................................................ 4-10
SETTING THE MOWER................................................................................................................................. 4-10
Setting Mower Height- Lift Type - (Standard or Quick Hitch).......................................................................... 4-10
Setting Deck Pitch........................................................................................................................................... 4-11
DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT ........................................................................................................................... 4-12
Driveline Length Check................................................................................................................................... 4-12

PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE.......................................................................................... 4-14
Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service....................................................................................................... 4-15
Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service ....................................................................................................... 4-15
Cutting Component Inspection........................................................................................................................ 4-18
Blade Bolt Inspection ...................................................................................................................................... 4-21
DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT................................................................................................ 4-24
Starting the Tractor ......................................................................................................................................... 4-25
Brake and Differential Lock Setting................................................................................................................. 4-25
Raising the Mower .......................................................................................................................................... 4-26
Driving the Tractor and Mower........................................................................................................................ 4-26
Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines .............................................................................................................. 4-27
OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT.......................................................................................... 4-28
Foreign Debris Hazards.................................................................................................................................. 4-29
Bystanders/Passersby Precautions ................................................................................................................ 4-29
Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO).............................................................................................................. 4-30
PTO RPM and Ground Speed ........................................................................................................................ 4-31
Operating the Mower ...................................................................................................................................... 4-31
Shutting Down the Implement......................................................................................................................... 4-34
DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR ............................................................................ 4-35
MOWER STORAGE ....................................................................................................................................... 4-37
TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT .................................................................................. 4-37
Transporting on Public Roadways .................................................................................................................. 4-38
Hauling the Tractor and Implement................................................................................................................. 4-40
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ....................................................................................................................... 4-42
MAINTENANCE SECTION............................................................................ 5-1
Lubrication ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-2
GEARBOX ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-4
DRIVELINE LUBRICATION.............................................................................................................................. 5-5
SHEAR PIN YOKE LUBRICATION .................................................................................................................. 5-6
BLADE SERVICING ......................................................................................................................................... 5-6
BLADE SHARPENING ..................................................................................................................................... 5-7
BLADE CARRIER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION................................................................................................ 5-8
BLADE CARRIER REMOVAL .......................................................................................................................... 5-8
BLADE CARRIER INSPECTION...................................................................................................................... 5-8
BLADE CARRIER INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................. 5-9
BLADE REMOVAL............................................................................................................................................ 5-9
MOWER STORAGE ....................................................................................................................................... 5-10
TORQUE CHART ........................................................................................................................................... 5-10
GEARBOX SERVICING ................................................................................................................................. 5-11
GEARBOX DISASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................ 5-12
INPUT SHAFT DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY......................................................................................... 5-13
GEARBOX INPUT SHAFT REAR BEARING.................................................................................................. 5-15

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 Agricul-
tural 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. It is important that Every Mower Operator be educated in the oper-
ation of their mowing equipment and be able to recognize the potential hazards that can occur while oper-
ating a mower. This video, along with the mower operator’s manual and the warning messages on the
mower, will significantly assist in this important education.
Your Authorized Rhino Dealer may have shown this video and presented you a DVD Video when you
purchased your mower. If you or any mower operator have not seen this video, Watch the Video, Read
this Operator’s Manual, and Complete the Video Guidebook before operating your new mower. If you
do not understand any of the instructions included in the video or operator’s manual or if you have any
questions concerning safety of operation, contact your supervisor, dealer or Alamo Group Ag.
If you would like a VHS video tape of the video, please e-mail AEMV[email protected] or Fax
AEM VHS Video at [phone] or mail in a completed copy of the form on the back of this page to
AEM VHS Video 1502 E Walnut Street, Seguin, TX 78155. and request the VHS video version. Please
include your name, mailing address, mower model and serial number.
Every operator should be trained for each piece of equipment (Tractor and Mower), understand the
intended use, and the potential hazards before operating the equipment.