RHINO 1540 Manuel de l'opérateur

© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.$0.001540Published 02/12 Part No. 697COPERATOR’S MANUAL RHINO® 1020 S. Sangamon Ave.Gibson City, IL 60936800-446-5158E-mail: pa

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPeriodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace whennecessary with author

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYOperate the Tractor and/or Implement controls only while properly seated in the Trac

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYRear Blades can fall down if not properly supported. Always use the stand on the fr

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal LocationNOTE: Rhino supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe ope

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYITEM PART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION1. 00725746 1 PELIGRO Translate Safety Material2

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYDecal DescriptionPeligro Translation, If you do not know how to readEnglish, please

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-12© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYWARNING!- Multiple Hazard and General SafetyP/N 999200Slow Moving Vehicle Decal. Ke

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-13© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYP/N D303Logo Product Name: Rhino 1540 Logo P/N 0692000010Red Reflector. Keep refle

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-14© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETY8 FT Logo - Moldboard DimensionP/N 0078588610 FT Logo - Moldboard DimensionP/N 0078

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-15© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYFederal Laws and RegulationsThis section is intended to explain in broad terms the

To the Owner/Operator/DealerAll implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-mindedoperator who

Introduction Section 2-1INTRODUCTION SECTION

INTRODUCTION1540 02/12 Introduction Section 2-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThis 1540 Blade is designed with care and built with quality mater

INTRODUCTION1540 02/12 Introduction Section 2-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONThe 1540 Blade is available in widths of 8' and 10' and

INTRODUCTION1540 02/12 Introduction Section 2-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.INTRODUCTIONAttention Owner/OperatorBEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE:1. Carefull

Assembly Section 3-1ASSEMBLY SECTION

ASSEMBLY1540 02/12 Assembly Section 3-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYAssembly of Moldboard to MainframeThe Rhino 1540 is shipped in two bundles. Th

ASSEMBLY1540 02/12 Assembly Section 3-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYAttach Moldboard Tilt Cylinder with the Rod Endattached to the Moldboard (Figu

ASSEMBLY1540 02/12 Assembly Section 3-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYGauge Wheel (Extra Equipment)Mounting Holes have been provided for mountingthe

ASSEMBLY1540 02/12 Assembly Section 3-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYHydraulic Control Valve (Extra Equipment)A 3 Spool 4 way Hydraulic Control Val

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY SECTION ... 1-1Safety

ASSEMBLY1540 02/12 Assembly Section 3-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.ASSEMBLYWrist Pin & Bushing Arrangement

Operation Section 4-1OPERATION SECTION

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONRHINO 1540 REAR MOUNTED BLADEOPERATION INSTRUCTIONSYour Rhino 1540 should n

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION1. Standard Equipment and SpecificationsMax. 2-Wheel Drive Tractor HP:(PTO)

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION2. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTSSafe operation of the unit is the responsibility of

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTSOperating the blade with a tractor that does not mee

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-6© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION3.3 Tractor 3-Point HitchThe tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to lift at

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-7© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION4.1 Boarding the TractorUse both hands and equipped handrails and steps for

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-8© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION5. STARTING THE TRACTORThe operator must have a complete understanding of t

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-9© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONConnecting the Rear Blade1. Shorten or remove the tractor drawbar to avoidi

Lubrication ...

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-10© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONPeriodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace whennecessary w

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-11© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION7.2 Blade Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceBefore each blade use, a complet

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-12© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONTractor PRE-OPERATION InspectionTractor ID#________________ Make _________

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-13© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONBlade & Box Blade PRE-OPERATION InspectionBlade ID#___________________

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-14© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENTSafe tractor transport requires the op

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-15© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.1 Starting the TractorThe procedure to start the tractor is model specif

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-16© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION8.3 Driving the Tractor and BladeStart off driving at a slow speed and gra

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-17© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.1 Operating the BladeOnly operate the blade from the tractor operator’s

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-18© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION9.2 Shutting Down the ImplementPark the tractor on a level surface, place

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-19© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONWhen transporting, only raise the blade enough to clear ground obstacles t

Safety Section 1-1SAFETY SECTION

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-20© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONBefore transporting the tractor on a public roadwayor boarding a trailer f

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-21© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONThe SMV (Slow-Moving Vehicle) emblem isuniversal symbol used to alert driv

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-22© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONReduce speed before turning or applying the brakes.Ensure that both brake

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-23© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATIONArrange the chains so that when tightened, thechains are pulling downward

OPERATION1540 02/12 Operation Section 4-24© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.OPERATION13. Troubleshooting GuideProblem Possible Cause RemedyShearing M/B Carrier

Maintenance Section 5-1MAINTENANCE SECTION

MAINTENANCE1540 02/12 Maintenance Section 5-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCELubricationThe Rhino 1540 is a rugged, dependable Blade thatshould pe

MAINTENANCE1540 02/12 Maintenance Section 5-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.MAINTENANCE

RHINO LIMITED WARRANTY1. LIMITED WARRANTIES1.01. Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or

TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALERTo keep your implement running efficiently and safely, read your manual thoroughly and follow these directionsand the Saf

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-2© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYSafety MessagesA careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importa

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SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-3© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever operate the Tractor or Implement until you have read andcompletely understand

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-4© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYNever allow children to operate, ride on, or come close to the Tractor orImplement.

SAFETY1540 02/12 Safety Section 1-5© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.SAFETYPROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSEPERMANENT HEARING LOSS! Tractors with or