©2008 Alamo Group Inc.FM60A/72APublished 03/08 Effective S/N FM60A-14000 to Current Part NO. 00778236C FM72A-15800 to CurrentOPERATOR’S
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-4© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDo not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with the
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-22© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENTSafe tractor transport requires
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-23© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.1 Starting the TractorThe procedure to start the tractor is model
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-24© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.3 Raising the MowerUsing the tractor 3-point hitch control lever,
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-25© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.4 Driving the Tractor and CutterStart off driving at a slow speed
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-26© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION10.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep InclinesWhen crossing ditches with st
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-27© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONInclines and ditches should be approached along aline which is at an
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-28© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONMany varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-29© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRotary Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwingobjects
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-30© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION11.4 PTO RPM and Ground SpeedGround speed for mowing will depend upon
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-31© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractor
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-5© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSEPERMANENT HEARING LOSS! Tractors wit
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-32© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDo not let the Blades turn when the Mower Deck is raised for anyreaso
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-33© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONThe grass is discharged to the rear and slightly to the right. To ke
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-34© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION12. DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTORBefore disconnecting the
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-35© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONLift Mower-To disconnect the mower, first extend thetractor 3-point h
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-36© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION13. MOWER STORAGEProperly preparing and storing the mower at the end
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-37© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Imple
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-38© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION14.1 Transporting on Public RoadwaysExtreme caution should be used wh
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-39© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONMake sure that all tractor flashing warning lights,headlights, and br
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-40© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION14.2 Hauling the Tractor and ImplementBefore transporting a loaded tr
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-41© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION15. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDEProblem Possible Cause RemedySTREAKING Slow
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-6© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPeriodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace whennecessary with a
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-42© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONProblem Possible Cause RemedyHEAVY VIBRATION Too high blade speed. Do
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-43© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONProblem Possible Cause RemedyBELT ROLLOVER Pulley misalignment. Re-al
Maintenance Section 5-1© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE SECTION
MAINTENANCEFM60A-72A 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-2© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBefore operating your Finishing Mower, make sure it is properly
MAINTENANCEFM60A-72A 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-3© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEGEARBOXThe Gearbox has been filled with lubricant prior to shipm
MAINTENANCEFM60A-72A 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-4© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEDRIVELINE LUBRICATIONGrease Fittings are located on the Cross As
MAINTENANCEFM60A-72A 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-5© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE SPINDLE LUBRICATIONBlade spindles must be lubricated daily
MAINTENANCEFM60A-72A 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-6© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE SHARPENINGAlways sharpen both cutting edges of each blade
MAINTENANCEFM60A-72A 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-7© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBELT ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE Figure Mnt-R-0194.Shut off mower and
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-7© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNEVER use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating theTractor and
MAINTENANCEFM60A-72A 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-8© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCESTORAGEYour rotary cutter represents an investment from which yo
MAINTENANCEFM60A-72A 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-9© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCEBLADE SPINDLE INSTRUCTIONS - Figure Mnt-R-0195ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
RHINO LIMITED WARRANTY1. LIMITED WARRANTIES1.01. Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, o
TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALERIn addition to the standard Limited Warranty shown on the facing page, Servis-Rhino also provides:2.) FIVE-YEAR (60 months
FM60A/FM72A-SOM-03/08 P/N 00778236CPrinted U.S.AFM60A/FM72AREAR DISCHARGEROTARY MOWERS
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-8© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYExtreme care should be taken when operating near loose objects suchas gravel, r
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-9© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYAlways disconnect the main PTO Driveline from the Tractor before performing ser
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-10© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYThere are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of thisMower.
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-11© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPARTS INFORMATIONRhino mowers use balanced and matched system components for b
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-12© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal LocationNOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote s
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-13© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYITEM PART NO. QTY TYPE DESCRIPTION1. 00725746 1 PELIGRO Translate Safety Mat
To the Owner/Operator/DealerAll implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-mindedoperator wh
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-14© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal DescriptionPeligro Translation, If you do not know how to readEnglish, p
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-15© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYWARNING! - Guard Missing, Do Not OperateP/N 00775933DANGER! Rotating Driveline
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-16© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYWARNING! Do not operate with Belt Shieldremoved. Finger(s) may be pinched off
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-17© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYSlow Moving Vehicle Decal. Keep SMV reflectorclean and visible. DO NOT transpo
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-18© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYP/N FM60ANAME LOGO: FM60AP/N FM72ANAME LOGO: FM72AP/N 2738332Red Reflectors IN
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-19© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYRead Operator’s Manual! The operator’s manual islocated inside this canister.
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-20© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFederal Laws and RegulationsThis section is intended to explain in broad terms
In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, incooperation with other industry manufacturers has de
Alamo Group Ag. Division is willing to provideone (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices VideoPlease Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Vide
TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY SECTION ...1-1Gene
Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO) ...4-29
Safety Section 1-1© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY SECTION
Introduction Section 2-1© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTION SECTION
INTRODUCTIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Introduction Section 2-2© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThis Rotary Mower is designed with care and built with qualit
INTRODUCTIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Introduction Section 2-3© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONYour RHINO FM mower is designed for light-duty cutting such a
INTRODUCTIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Introduction Section 2-4© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONAttention Owner/OperatorBEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE:1. Care
Assembly Section 3-1© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLY SECTION
ASSEMBLYFM60A-72A 03/08 Assembly Section 3-2© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYThe FM60A & 72A Mowers will attach to most tractors with Cat. I Three
ASSEMBLYFM60A-72A 03/08 Assembly Section 3-3© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYInstall floating hitch pins to main frame using either the standard or ex
ASSEMBLYFM60A-72A 03/08 Assembly Section 3-4© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYCASTER WHEEL ATTACHMENTSAttach the right and left Axle Arm Weldment (1) t
Operation Section 4-1© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION SECTION
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-2© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYGeneral Safety Instructions and PracticesA careful operator is the best operato
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-2© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRHINO FM60A/FM72A FINISHING MOWEROPERATION INSTRUCTIONSRhino FM60A/FM7
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-3© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION1. Standard Equipment and SpecificationsFM60A FM72ACutting Width 58-1/
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-4© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTSSafe operation of the unit is the responsibili
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-5© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTSThe tractor used to operate the mower must have
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-6© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3.4 Tractor 3-Point HitchThe tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to li
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-7© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONDO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement driveline
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-8© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONNever allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implem
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-9© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5. STARTING THE TRACTORThe operator must have a complete understanding
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-10© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION6.1 Connecting the Mower1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with the
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-11© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7.1 Setting Mowing Height-Lift Type1. Park the tractor and mower on l
SAFETYFM60A-72A 03/08 Safety Section 1-3© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever operate the Tractor or Implement until you have read andcompletely unders
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-12© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.1 Driveline Length ModificationWhen fitting the mower to the tracto
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-13© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION“Bottoming Out” Check Procedure• Disconnect driveline from the tracto
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-14© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9. PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICEBefore each use, a pre-operati
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-15© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceRefer to the tractor oper
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-16© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONThe operator’s manual and safety signs affixed onthe unit contain imp
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-17© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.3 Front Gauge Wheel Interference CheckDo not operate mower until th
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-18© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.4 Cutting Component InspectionInspect blade pan and blade assembly
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-19© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.5 Blade Bolt InspectionInspect Blade Bolt Head daily for wear as fo
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-20© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTractor PRE-OPERATION InspectionMower ID#________________ Make ______
OPERATIONFM60A-72A 03/08 Operation Section 4-21© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRotary Mower PRE-OPERATION InspectionMower ID#________________ Make _
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