Document Outline

• CY84
• OPERATOR’S MANUAL
  • RHINO®
• To the Owner/Operator/Dealer
  • ROTARY MOWER
• Alamo Group Ag. Division is willing to provide
• one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices Video
• TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • Safety Messages
  • Decal Location
    • SAFETY SECTION
    • 1. 00749117 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard
    • 2. 00756004 1 DANGER D/L Shield Missing -Do Not Operate
    • 3. 00756005 1 DANGER Rotating Driveline
    • 4. 00756007 1 WARNING Use/Repair Shields & Guards
    • 5. 00756059 0 (1) WARNING Leak Detection
    • 6. 00756485 1 DANGER Blades/Thrown Objects
    • 7. 00756494 1 DANGER Driveline Hazards
    • 8. 00760657 1 CAUTION Genuine Parts, Rotary
    • 9. 03200347 * REFLECT SMV
    • 10. 00764848 0 (1) INSTRUCT Drawbar-to-PTO adj.
    • 11. D114** 1 INSTRUCT 1000 RPM PTO
    • 12. 00763977 1 INSTRUCT Notice to Owner
    • 13. 99101 0 (1) NAME Rhino (2 x 7 -3/8)
    • 14. D302 2 LOGO Rhino (4-7/8 x 16-3/4)
    • 15. D303 2 NAME Rhino (4-3/8 x 16-3/4)
    • 16. 00771526 2 (3) NAME CY84
    • 17. nfs 1 SER PLATE CY84 Serial Plate
    • 18. 00771283 1 5 Year Gearbox Warranty
    • 19. 1458393 2 REFLECT Red Reflectors
    • 20. 00776031 1 Canister, Operator’s Manual
    • 21. 00771528C 1 Operator’s Manual
    • 22. 10058000 3 Bolt
    • 23. 00024100 6 Flatwasher
    • 24. 02959924 3 Locknut
      • 1. 00725746 1 PELIGRO Get Manual Translated
      • 2. 00749117 1 DANGER Multi-Hazard
      • 3. 00756005 1 DANGER Rotating Driveline
      • 4. 00756004 1 DANGER D/L Shield Missing -Do Not Operate
      • 5. 00756494 1 DANGER Driveline Hazards
      • 6. 00760657 1 CAUTION Genuine Parts, Rotary
      • 6a. 00773723 1 PELIGRO Rotating Driveline Translation
      • 7. 00769736 1 WARNING Use Repair Shields and Guards
      • 8. 00769737 1 DANGER Blades/Thrown Objects
      • 9. D103 1 INSTRUCT 540 RPM PTO
      • 10. 00763613 1 INSTRUCT Slip Clutch
      • 11. 00763977 1 INSTRUCT Notice to Owner
      • 12. 03200347 * REFLECT SMV Emblem
      • 13. D303 2 L.NAME Rhino (4-3/8 x 16-3/4)
      • 14. D302 2 LOGO Rhino (4-7/8 x 6-1/2)
      • 15. 00771526 2 NAME CY84
      • 16. nfs 1 PLATE CY84 Serial Plate
      • 17. 1458393 2 REFLECT Red Reflector
      • 18. 00776031 1 Canister, Operator’s Manual
      • 19. 00771528C 1 Operator’s Manual
      • 20. 10058000 3 Bolt
      • 21. 00024100 6 Flatwasher
      • 22. 02959924 3 Locknut
    • Decal Description
    • Federal Laws and Regulations
  • Attention Owner/Operator
    • INTRODUCTION SECTION
    • Optional A-Frame Assembly
      • 1. Insert bushing (5) into lower end of each A- Frame half (1 & 2). Position each A-Frame half so the large hole in the top is towards the tractor. Install 3/4 x 2" bolt (10) with Flatwasher (14) through bushing (5) in A-Frame half (1 & 2) and rear h...
      • 2. Install bushing (8) between braces (3) through top rear hole of A-frame and insert bolt (12), flatwasher (14) and locknut (13).
      • 3. Install bushing (22) between A-Frame halves (1 & 2) and insert bolt (23) and locknut (13). Install bushings (6) through Braces (4) and install bolt 3/4 x 5 (10), flatwashers (14) and locknut (13).
      • 4. Attach Braces (3) to Braces (4) with bushings (6), bolt 3/4 x 2-1/2 (16), and locknut (13). Retain the rear of Braces (3) together with bushing (15), bolt 3/4 x 2-1/2 (11) and locknut (13). Attach braces (4) together with bolt 3/4 x 1-1/2 (17) and...
      • 5. Install Brace supports (4) to the rear lugs on the Main Frame with bolts 3/4 x 2 (10), flatwashers (14), bushings (6) and locknuts (13).
    • Single Tail Wheel Assembly - Lift-Type
  • Dual Tail Wheel Assembly
    • Tongue
    • Axle
    • Control Rods
  • Hydraulic or Manual Lift
    • Wheels
  • Shields, Guards, and Deflectors
    • 1. Attach the front Bracket (1) to the front mower with 4 - 1/2" x 3" Bolts (5), Locknuts (6), and washers (7).
    • 2. Attach the front Deflector to the Bracket with Strap (3), 3/8" x 1-1/2" Bolts (6), and Locknuts (4).
  • Chain Guard (Extra Equipment)
  • Driveline Attachment
    • Gearbox Shield Assembly
  • Check Chains (Extra Equipment) for Lift-Models
  • Jackshaft Bearing Support Assembly
    • ASSEMBLY SECTION
    • OPERATION SECTION
• RHINO CY84 HEAVY-DUTY ROTARY MOWER
• OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
  • 1. Standard Equipment and Specifications
    • CY84
    • 2. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS
  • 3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
    • Tractor Requirements and Capabilities
    • 3.1 ROPS and Seat Belt
    • 3.2 Tractor Safety Devices
    • 3.4 3-Point Hitch
    • 3.6 Front End Weight
    • 3.7 Power Take Off (PTO)
    • 4. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR
      • 4.1 Boarding the Tractor
      • 4.2 Dismounting the Tractor
    • 5. STARTING THE TRACTOR
    • 6. CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR
      • 6.1 Connecting the Mower - Lift-Type
        • 1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with the correct PTO shaft. Change shafts if needed.
        • 2. Shorten or remove the tractor drawbar to avoid interference when raising and lowering the mower.
        • 3. Board the tractor and start the engine. Position the tractor to the mower with the 3-point lift arms positioned between the respective set of mower A-frame lift lugs.
        • 4. Turn off the tractor engine and dismount.
        • 5. One lift arm at a time, align arm end hole between the set of A-frame lift lugs. Insert hitch pin through the lug and arm holes and insert retaining pin into hitch pin.
        • 6. Walk around to opposite side and repeat procedure for remaining lift arm and hitch pin.
        • 7. Extend or retract 3-point top link to align its end hole with the holes of the mower’s top link. Insert the top link hitch pin and insert retaining pin into hitch pin.
        • 8. Adjust any lower link check chains, guide blocks, or sway blocks to prevent the mower from swaying side to side and possible contact with tractor rear tires.
      • 6.2 Connecting the Mower - Pull-Type
        • 1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with the correct PTO shaft and the drawbar is extended 14” from the end of the PTO shaft to the hitch point.
        • 2. Block the mower wheels in place and use the attached parking jack to raise or lower the tongue clevis to the height of the tractor drawbar. The parking jack can be rotated 15 degrees in each direction to obtain a near vertical position.
        • 3. Board the tractor and start the engine. Back the tractor to the mower aligning the drawbar hitch hole with the mower hitch clevis. Turn off the engine, secure the tractor in position, and dismount.
        • 4. To attach the mower, place two 1” flatwashers (1) positioned under top lip of tongue clevis and to the top of drawbar. Add additional 1” flatwashers (2) between the bottom of drawbar and bottom lip of clevis to fill open space. Insert a 3/4”...
        • 5. Securely attach mower safety chain from mower tongue to 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 main frame.
        • 7. If using a hydraulic cylinder, connect hydraulic hose ends into tractor hydraulic ports. Pressure may need to be relieved from the system to allow for ease of attachment.
        • 8. If the mower has been attached to a 3-point hitch drawbar, adjust any tractor equipped lower link check chains, guide blocks, or sway blocks to prevent the hitch and mower from swaying side to side.
    • 7. SETTING THE MOWER
      • 7.1 Setting Mower Height - Lift-Type
        • 1. Park the tractor and mower on level ground.
        • 2. Using the 3-point hitch control lever, position the front of the mower with the side skids 1” less off the ground than desired cut height. For example, for a 3” cut, position the skids 2” from the ground. Set the 3-point control lever stop a...
        • 3. Shut down the tractor and remove the key.
        • 4. Level the mower deck front to rear by extending or retracting the 3-point top link.
        • 5. Level the mower side to side by manipulating one lower lift arm length. On most tractors, at least one of the lift arms is designed to allow for manipulation of its length. Shortening or extending will allow for deck leveling from side to side.
        • 6. Securely block up the mower at this height.
        • 7. Remove the bolts securing the tail wheel beam positioning bracket to the support brackets and allow the tail wheel to rest at ground level. Align beam and positioning brackets holes with closest set of holes in support brackets and reinstall bolts...
        • 8. Extend the tractor’s top 3-point link so that when lifting the mower, the front of the deck will raise 2 to 2½" before the tail wheel leaves the ground. This will allow the mower to follow the contour of uneven terrain.
      • 7.2 Setting Mowing Height - Pull-Type
        • 1. Park the tractor and mower on level ground.
        • 2. Using the tail wheel ratchet jack or hydraulic cylinder, position the mower so the skid shoes are 1” less off the ground than the desired final cut height. For example, if a 3” cut is desired, raise or lower the mower until the skid shoes are ...
        • 3. Adjust the mower leveling rod so that the front of the mower is approximately 3/4” lower that the rear.
        • 4. If the mower is attached to a 3-point hitch drawbar, adjust any tractor equipped lower link check chains, guide blocks, or sway blocks to prevent the hitch and mower from swaying from side to side. Never raise the 3-point lift with the mower attac...
      • 7.3 Setting Deck Pitch
        • 1. Lower the mower until the rear of the mower is resting securely on its tail wheels.
        • 2. Lower the 3-point lift arms further until the front of the mower is at least 3/4” lower than the rear.
        • 3. Place the tractor’s 3-point control lever stop at this point to maintain the deck pitch.
          • 1. Adjust the leveling rods linking the tongue to the rear axle until the front of the mower is at least 3/4” lower in the front than the rear. To lower the front, lengthen the leveling rods and to raise the front, shorten the leveling rods.
    • 8. DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT
      • 8.1 Driveline Length Check
    • 9. PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE
      • 9.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
      • 9.2 Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
      • 9.3 Cutting Component Inspection
      • 9.4 Blade Bolt Inspection
    • 10. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
      • 10.1 Starting the Tractor
      • 10.2 Brake and Differential Lock Setting
      • 10.3 Raising the Mower
      • 10.4 Driving the Tractor and Mower
      • 10.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines
    • 11. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
      • 11.1 Foreign Debris Hazards
      • 11.2 Bystanders/Passersby Precautions
      • 11.3 Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO)
      • 11.4 PTO RPM and Ground Speed
      • 11.5 Operating the Mower
      • 11.6 Shutting Down the Implement
    • 12. DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR
    • 13. MOWER STORAGE
    • 14. TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
      • 14.1 Transporting on Public Roadways
      • 14.2 Hauling the Tractor and Implement
  • 15. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
    • Problem Possible Cause Remedy
      • Blade rotation incorrect. Use correct Blade for Carrier.
      • Using Straight Blades Use Fan Blades in grass.
      • Carrier RPM too low. Increase PTO speed.
      • Mower not leveled. Adjust machine level (in very heavy
      • weeds, 1/2” to 1” low in front).
      • Tires mashing down grass. Use offset Adapter to move Mower to
      • the left.
      • Ground speed too fast. Reduce ground speed.
      • Blades locked back. Free blades.
      • Blades riding up due to Blade Replace Blade Bolts.
      • Bolt wear.
      • Blades bent up. Replace Blades.
      • (Right Hand Threads).
      • Worn Blade Bolt. Replace Bolt.
      • Blade Carrier bent. Straighten or replace Blade Carrier.
      • Blades on upside down. Turn Blades right side up and tighten.
      • Drivelines not phased. Replace Driveline.
      • Blade broken. Replace Blades in sets.
      • Blade Carrier bent. Repair or replace Carrier.
      • Blade Hub not properly seated Remove Hub, check Key and Shaft,
      • on Shaft. and replace or seat properly.
      • New Blade matched with worn Blade. Replace Blades in sets.
      • speed.
      • Blades too soft. Replace Blades with hardened,
      • high- quality, Rhino Blades from the
      • manufacturer.
    • Blade Bolts Working Loose Bolts not tightened. Tighten Bolts to 300 ft./lbs.
      • Bolt hole elongated or oversized. Replace Blade Carrier.
      • Locknut worn out. Replace Locknut.
      • Check joint angles and phasing.
      • Slow down ground speed or raise
      • Mower.
      • Into Cup and Cross Use protective device.
      • Check joint angles and phasing.
      • ground speed or raise Mower.
      • Use protective device.
      • (See Clutch Maintenance).
      • (See Clutch Maintenance).
      • (See Clutch Maintenance).
      • Rough gears. Run in or change Gears.
      • Worn Bearing. Replace Bearing.
      • Excessively Mower.
      • Springs weak. Replace Springs.
      • Improper adjustment. Re-adjust Slip Clutch.
      • Too much power for Slip Clutch. Reduce ground speed and material
      • intake.
      • Friction Facings worn. Replace Facings.
      • Oil on Facings. Replace Facings.
      • Friction Facings glazed. Clean with emery cloth.
      • shallow cavity Plug. Cavity in Oil Plug should be
      • approximately 5/8”
      • Oil level too high. Lower oil level to Plug.
    • Gearbox Leaking Damaged Oil Seal. Replace Seal.
      • No Oil Seal. Install Oil Seal.
      • Oil too light. Use EP140.
      • Bent Shaft. Replace Oil Seal and Shaft.
      • Oil Seal Race rough. Replace Shaft or repair Race.
      • Oil Seal installed wrong. Replace Seal.
      • Oil Seal not sealing in the housing. Replace Seal or use a sealant on O.D.
      • of Seal.
      • Bearings loose. Adjust Bearings.
      • Vent Plug stopped up. Open Vent Plug.
      • Oil level too high. Drain oil to proper level.
      • Gasket damaged. Replace Gasket.
      • Bolts loose. Tighten Bolts.
      • Rattling or Not Turning Freely Nylon Bearing worn. Replace Nylon Bearing.
      • below drawbar.
      • Open.
      • MAINTENANCE SECTION
    • Lubrication
      • 1. U-Joints 8 hours
      • 2. Gearbox Check Daily
      • 3. Tail Wheel Pivot 10 hours
      • 4. Wheel Hubs Weekly
      • 5. Telescoping 8 hours
  • Gearbox Lubrication
    • Tail Wheel Lubrication
  • Driveline Lubrication
    • Driveline Shield - Pull-Type
  • Protective, Integral Shields - Lift-Type
  • Slip Clutch
    • 1. With the three Capscrews (8) backed out until the points are below the surface of the circular Adjusting Nut (7), run Adjusting Nut up finger-tight, or slightly less than finger-tight.
    • 2. Alternately tighten the hardened, cup point Capscrews (8) no more than one-half turn at a time until the Capscrew heads “Bottom Out”. Do not over tighten the Capscrews nor completely flatten the Spring Washers (5).
    • Seasonal Slip Clutch Maintenance
      • 1. Loosen Bolts (8) until gap between adjusting nut (7) and guide ring is approximately 1/16”.
      • 2. Attach machine to tractor, set engine at approximately half throttle and quickly engage PTO. This procedure will break slip clutch facings loose and allow the proper torque to be maintained.
      • 3. Return the bolts to their original position as described above.
  • Blade Servicing
    • Blade Sharpening
  • Blade Removal
    • Blade Carrier Removal
    • Blade Carrier Installation
  • Storage
    • 1. Thoroughly clean the cutter.
    • 2. Lubricate the cutter as covered in Maintenance Section.
    • 3. Tighten all bolts and pins to the recommended torque.
    • 4. Check the cutter for worn or damaged parts. Make replacements immediately.
    • 5. Store the cutter in a clean, dry place with the cutter housing resting on blocks.
    • 6. Use spray touch-up enamel where necessary to prevent rust and maintain the appearance of the cutter.
    • Proper Torque For Fasteners
      • CY84
      • ROTARY CUTTER
• RHINO
  • LIMITED WARRANTY
    • 1. LIMITED WARRANTIES
    • 1.01. Rhino 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 (“Purchaser”) that the ...
    • 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.
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