Alamo FALCON 15/10 User Manual
Falcon 15/10, Operator’s manual, Hydraulic rotary mower
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©2009 Alamo Group Inc.
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Published 03/09
Part No.
02985378C
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
®
1502 E. Walnut
Seguin, Texas 78155
830-372-3551
Email: [email protected]
HYDRAULIC 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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FALCON 15/10
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Table of contents
Document Outline
- FALCON 15/10
- OPERATOR’S MANUAL
- To the Owner/Operator/Dealer
- Alamo Industrial Division is willing to provide
- one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices Video
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- General Safety Instructions and Practices
- Operator Safety Instructions and Practices
- Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices
- Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices
- Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices
- Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices
- Decal Location
- 1. D389 1 DANGER Multiple Hazard
- 2. D390 1 DANGER Multiple Hazard Pull Unit
- 3. D395 3 IMPORTANT Replace Blades In Pairs
- 4. D138 2(1) INSTRUCT CW Blade Rotation
- 5. D137 1(1) INSTRUCT CCW Blade Rotation
- 6. D103 [1] WARNING 540 PTO Speed
- 7. 02925100 1 IMPORTANT Genuine Alamo Parts
- 8. 00753840 2 DANGER Folding Wing, Thrown Objects
- 9. 999403 (1) DANGER Overturn of Two-Section Flex
- 10. 02985907 1 INSTRUCT Color Coded Hose Connect
- 11. 02985912 1 WARNING Replace Master PTO Shield
- 12. 02985911 1 WARNING Hot Surface
- 13. 02985904 [6](5) LOGO FALCON LOGO 15
- 14. 1458392 2 REFLCTR Red Reflectors
- 15. 1458393 1 REFLCTR Amber Reflector
- 16. 03200347 * REFLCTR SMV
- 17. nfs 1 Plate Serial Number Plate
- 18. 02982828 1 INSTRUC Hyd Oil
- 19. 10058000 3 ________ Bolt
- 20. 00024100 6 ________ Flatwasher
- 21. 02953324 3 ________ Locknut
- 22. 00776031 1 ________ Canister, Operators Manual
- 23. 02985378C 1 ________ Operators Manual
- Decal Description
- SAFETY SECTION
- Federal Laws and Regulations
- These Rotary Mowers are designed for medium-duty work. They can mow pastures and control grass and weeds on highways or industrial sites up to 3” in diameter.
- Your Cutter has been assembled for operation with a tractor PTO input speed of either 540 or 1000 PTO speed. Should you desire to change PTO input speed, contact you local Alamo Industrial dealer who will assist you in performing the necessary modifi...
- For Non-Agricultural use, OSHA, ASAE, SAE and ANSI standards require the use of Chain Guards, Deflectors, or Solid Skirts at all times. The Mower manufacturer strongly recommends the use of Chain Guards, Deflectors, or Solid Skirts for Agricultural p...
- At least 20% of the tractor’s total weight must be on the front tires with the Mower lifted to provide adequate traction for safe steering under good conditions. Slow down on hills, rough terrain, and curves.
- Front and rear, and left and right are determined by the normal direction of travel (the same as on your automobile).
- ATTENTION OWNER/ OPERATOR
- PROPER TORQUE VALUES FOR FASTENERS
- CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR
- Connecting the Mower Tongue to the Tractor
- 1. Ensure the tractor is equipped with the correct PTO shaft and the drawbar is set at the correct length.
- 2. Using the parking jack, position the tongue clevis to the height of the tractor drawbar. Adjust the mower tongue to be level and parallel with the tractor drawbar using the control rod connecting the mower tongue to the deck.
- 3. Board the tractor and start the engine. Back the tractor to the mower aligning the drawbar hitch hole with the mower tongue clevis. Turn off the tractor engine, place the tractor in park, and set the parking brake before dismounting.
- 4. To attach the mower, place a 1” washer (1) under top lip of welded Clevis. Add enough 1” spacer washers (2) between bottom of drawbar and bottom lip of Clevis and tighten the 1” locknut & bolt securely. Note: Attaching a Falcon mower to the ...
- 5. Securely attach the mower safety chain to the tractor drawbar or drawbar support frame.
- 6. Lower the jack until the tongue is completely supported by the drawbar. Remove jack from the tongue and place on storage bracket of mower.
- Safety Tow Chain
- Connecting the Mower Tongue to the Tractor
- PUMP,SPEED INCREASER AND CUTTER ATTACHMENT
- 7. Attach the Speed Increaser Mount Plate to the tractor loosely. Refer to the installation drawing, supplied in the packing box, for specific instructions.
- 8. Grease the tractor PTO shaft and slide the Speed Increaser on. Install the 1/2" bolts and bushings between the Speed Increaser and Mount Plate. Do not tighten bolts at this time.
- 9. With the tractor in idle and the PTO engaged, alternate tightening the Mount Plate bolts following an "X" pattern until they have all been tightened. Refer to Torque Chart for proper torque.
- 10. Turn off the tractor engine, place the tractor in park, and set the parking brake before dismounting. Then attach the cutter tongue to tractor drawbar with bolt, washers and locknut.
- 11. Grease the inside and outside of the Splined Adapter Bushing and insert it into the Speed Increaser. Slide the Pump in place and tighten the mounting bolts.
- CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR
- ATTACHING CYLINDER HOSES
- WINCH ASSEMBLY ATTACHMENT (OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT)
- TIRES AND WHEELS(OPTIONAL WHEEL CONFIGURATIONS)
- 1. Standard Equipment and Specifications
- 2. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS
- 3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
- 3.4 Hydraulics
- 4. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR
- 5. STARTING THE TRACTOR
- 6. CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR
- 6.1 Connecting the Mower Tongue to the Tractor
- 1. Ensure the tractor is equipped with the correct PTO shaft and the drawbar is set at the correct length.
- 2. Using the parking jack, position the tongue clevis to the height of the tractor drawbar. Adjust the mower tongue to be level and parallel with the tractor drawbar using the control rod connecting the mower tongue to the deck.
- 3. Board the tractor and start the engine. Back the tractor to the mower aligning the drawbar hitch hole with the mower tongue clevis. Turn off the tractor engine, place the tractor in park, and set the parking brake before dismounting.
- 4. To attach the mower, place a 1” washer (1) under top lip of welded Clevis. Add enough 1” spacer washers (2) between bottom of drawbar and bottom lip of Clevis and tighten the 1” locknut & bolt securely. Note: Attaching a Falcon mower to the ...
- 5. Securely attach the mower safety chain to the tractor drawbar or drawbar support frame.
- 6. Lower the jack until the tongue is completely supported by the drawbar. Remove jack from the tongue and place on storage bracket of mower.
- 6.2 Safety Tow Chain
- 6.3 Connecting Mower Hydraulic Lines to the Tractor
- 6.1 Connecting the Mower Tongue to the Tractor
- 7. SETTING THE MOWER
- 7.1 Leveling Mower
- 1. Place the tractor and mower on a level surface and lower both wings.
- 2. Using the center section hydraulic cylinder, position the mower so the skid shoes are 1” less off the ground than the desired final cut height. For example, for a 3” cut raise or lower the mower until the skid shoes are approximately 2” off ...
- 3. Shut down the tractor, place the transmission in park, and set the parking brake before dismounting.
- 4. Level the mower deck front to rear by adjusting the leveling rods linking the tongue to the rear axle. DO NOT allow feet or other body part underneath the mower when making adjustments. To adjust rod length, loosen jam nut and screw turnbuckles. T...
- 5. IMPORTANT: Alternate adjustments between rods and adjust at equal lengths to maintain equal tension. Improper adjustments may cause rods to snap or bend.
- 6. Place split collar assemblies on the center axle hydraulic cylinder rod to maintain a set cutting height each time the mower is raised and lowered.
- 7.2 Setting Deck Pitch
- 7.1 Leveling Mower
- 8. PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE
- 9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND MOWER
- 10. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
- 11. DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR
- 12. MOWER STORAGE
- 13. TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
- 14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
- TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
- TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
- TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
- Oil going over relief valve Cutting very dense material Shift to a lower gear in dense material
- continuously at high speed or hitting and raise machine over obstructions.
- Excessive amount of oil A worn pump or motor. Repair the pump or motor
- leaking past gears. See Maintenance Section.
- will not cut properly: if problem is transferred,
- will not cut properly. filings in pump housing and signs
- will not cut properly Suction line to pump Remove obstruction or replace
- has become restricted suction line.
- TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
- DAILY MAINTENANCE
- Lubrication
- WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY
- Tongue
- Hydraulic Fluid
- WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
- Spindle Housing
- Speed Changer
- Chain Guard Bolts
- Pins
- 1. Tongue Clevis Bolt - This bolt holds the tongue clevis in the tongue, and adjusts the tongue clevis spring tension to hold the tongue clevis in a horizontal position for connecting the tractor to the mower. Inspect this bolt weekly for any signs o...
- 2. Tongue Bolts - These pins fasten the tongue to the machine frame. Inspect these bolts weekly and make sure they are not excessively worn or loose. If one of these bolts failed, the tongue and suspension system could be seriously damaged.
- Hinge Pins -
- Lift Level Rods
- Wheel Bearing
- Chain Guards
- Winch & Cable
- Paint
- BI-ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
- TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER
- ALAMO-INDUSTRIAL
- LIMITED WARRANTY
- 1. LIMITED WARRANTIES
- 1.01. Alamo Industrial warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or municipal purchaser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial purchaser
- 1.02. Manufacturer will replace for the Purchaser any part or parts found, upon examination at one of its factories, to be defective under normal use and service due to defects in material or workmanship.
- 1.03. This limited warranty does not apply to any part of the goods which has been subjected to improper or abnormal use, negligence, alteration, modification, or accident, damaged due to lack of maintenance or use of wrong fuel, oil, or lubricants, ...
- 1.04. Except as provided herein, no employee, agent, Dealer, or other person is authorized to give any warranties of any nature on behalf of Manufacturer.
- 2. REMEDIES AND PROCEDURES.
- 2.01. This limited warranty is not effective unless the Purchaser returns the Registration and Warranty Form to Manufacturer within 30 days of purchase.
- 2.02. Purchaser claims must be made in writing to the Authorized Dealer (“Dealer”) from whom Purchaser purchased the goods or an approved Authorized Dealer (“Dealer”) within 30 days after Purchaser learns of the facts on which the claim is based
- 2.03. Purchaser is responsible for returning the goods in question to the Dealer.
- 2.04. If after examining the goods and/or parts in question, Manufacturer finds them to be defective under normal use and service due to defects in material or workmanship, Manufacturer will:
- (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.
- 2.05. Purchaser is responsible for any labor charges exceeding a reasonable amount as determined by Manufacturer and for returning the goods to the Dealer, whether or not the claim is approved. Purchaser is responsible for the transportation cost for...
- 3. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.
- 3.01. MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY EXPRESS (EXCEPT AS SET FORTH HEREIN) AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE GOODS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
- 3.02. MANUFACTURER MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE DESIGN, CAPABILITY, CAPACITY, OR SUITABILITY FOR USE OF THE GOODS.
- 3.03. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, MANUFACTURER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS, OR DAMAGE CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY THE GOODS INCLU...
- 3.04. NO ACTION ARISING OUT OF ANY CLAIMED BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR TRANSACTIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY MAY BE BROUGHT MORE THAN TWO (2) YEARS AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTION HAS OCCURRED.
- 4. MISCELLANEOUS.
- 4.01. Proper Venue for any lawsuits arising from or related to this limited warranty shall be only in Guadalupe County, Texas.
- 4.02. Manufacturer may waive compliance with any of the terms of this limited warranty, but no waiver of any terms shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other term.
- 4.03. If any provision of this limited warranty shall violate any applicable law and is held to be unenforceable, then the invalidity of such provision shall not invalidate any other provisions herein.
- 4.04. Applicable law may provide rights and benefits to purchaser in addition to those provided herein.