Servis-Rhino FM60/72 - Manual (Page 79)

Operation Section 4-5 FM6072 08/01
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
OPERA
TION
BEFORE OPERATING OR TRANSPORTING THIS MOWER
Always display this SMV emblem (FIGURE 2) on the rear of the tractor
transporting this mower where it is clearly visible to oncoming traffic.
Prominent display of this symbol will help the operator avoid accidents which
could cause injury or possibly death.
DRIVELINE LENGTH CHECK PROCEDURE
WARNING! A loose shaft could slip off and result in personal injury or dfamage to cutter. When attaching
PTO yoke to tractor PTO shaft, it is important that spring activated locking collar slides freely
and locking balls are seated in groove on PTO shaft.
WARNING! Before operating cutter, check to make sure
the driveline will not bottom out or become
disengage.
* Disengage the Driveline from the tractor PTO Shaft.
* Slide the Driveline together until it "bottoms out" solidly.
* Apply colored tape to the Inner Shield 1/8" from the end of the
Outer Shield. FIGURE 3
* Re-attach the Driveline to the PTO Shaft.
Driveline in maximum compressed position
1/8 INCH
COLORED TAPE
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 2
DETACHING AND STORING
Lower the Mower to the Ground. Park the Tractor with the transmission in
the correct gear (Automatic Transmission--Park; Standard Transmission--
Neutral). Set the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key,
Wait until the PTO stops rotating before getting down from the tractor.
Disconnect the driveline from the tractor PTO and store it to prevent it from
contacting the ground.
Always reinstall the Master Shield over the tractor PTO Shaft. This shield
should always remain in place except when connecting or disconnecting
driveline.
FIGURE 1A