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RBF-12C
REAR BOOM ARM MOWER
Published 07/04 Part No. 06060001
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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.
Tiger Corporation
3301 N. Louise Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD
57107
1-800-843-6849
1-605-336-7900 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
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TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents. BEFORE YOU START!! Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual. Observe the rules of safety and common sens
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ..................................................................................................................................... 1-1 Safety Information ................................................................................................................................ 1-2 Safety Decal Location ........................................................................................................................... 1-11 Safety Decal Description..
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SAFETY SECTION Safety Section 1-1
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SAFETY General Safety Instructions and Practices A safe and careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufac- turer and should be to the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions. The first section of this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that, if followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury or death. Read and understand these S
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SAFETY PELIGRO! Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que ¡LEA EL si lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas INSTRUCTIVO! de seguridad. (SG-3) WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. (SG-30) WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause c
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SAFETY WARNING! Always read carefully and comply fully with the manufacturers instruc- tions when handling oil, solvents, cleansers, and any other chemical agent. (SG-22) KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING ELEMENTS to prevent entanglement DANGER! and possible serious injury or death. (SG-24) DANGER! Never allow children to play on or around Tractor or Implement. Children can slip or fall off the Equipment and be injured or killed. Children can cause the Implement to shift or fall crushing themselve
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SAFETY WARNING! Avoid contact with hot surfaces of the engine or muffler. Use gloves and eye protection when servicing hot components. Contact with a hot surface or fluid can cause serious injury from burns or scalding. (SG-38) WARNING! The rotating parts of this machine continue to rotate even after the PTO has been turned off. The operator should remain in his seat for 60 seconds after the brake has been set, the PTO disengaged, the tractor turned off, and all evidence of rotation has cea
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SAFETY Connecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and Practices DO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement driveline to a Tractor PTO. Use WARNING! of an adapter can double the operating speed of the Mower resulting in excessive vibration, thrown objects, and blade and mower failure. Adapter use will also change the working length of the driveline exposing unshielded driveline areas. Serious bodily injury and/or equipment failure can result from using a PTO ada
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SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices WARNING! Never leave the Tractor and Implement unattended while the Implement is in the lifted position. Accidental operation of lifting lever or a hydraulic failure may cause sudden drop of unit with injury or death by crushing. To properly park the implement when disconnecting it from the tractor, lower the stand and put the retaining pin securely in place, or put a secure support under the A-Frame. Lower the implement carefully t
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SAFETY The center of Gravity of Tractors equipped with a Rear-Mounted Boom DANGER! Mower is shifted to the rear and removes weight from the front wheels. Add front ballast until at least 20% of the tractors weight is on the front wheels to prevent rearing up, loss of steering control, and possibly injury. (SBM-10) The Mower shaft speed must not - UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES - DANGER! exceed 1800 RPM. (SBM-15) WARNING! Use extreme care and Safety Awareness when using the boom mower head to mulch lo
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SAFETY Flail Mowers are capable under adverse conditions of DANGER! throwing objects for great distances (100 yards or more) and causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully. STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 100 YARDS UNLESS: -Front and Rear Deflectors, Chain Guards, or Bands are installed and in good, workable condition; -Mower sections or Wings are running close to and parallel to the ground without exposed Blades; -Passerby are outside the existing th
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SAFETY Start tractor only when properly seated in the Tractor seat. Starting a DANGER! tractor in gear can result in injury or death. Read the Tractor operators manual for proper starting instructions. (SG-13) DANGER! Do not operate this Equipment with hydraulic oil leaking. Oil is expensive and its presence could present a hazard. Do not check for leaks with your hand! Use a piece of heavy paper or cardboard. High- pressure oil streams from breaks in the line could penetrate the skin and
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SAFETY Mow only in conditions where you have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting. WARNING! Never mow in darkness or foggy conditions where you cannot clearly see at least 100 yards in front and to the sides of the tractor and mower. Make sure that you can clearly see and identify passersby, steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, debris and foreign objects. If you are unable to clearly see this type of items discontinue mowing. (SGM
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SAFETY Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of equipment and grass fires WARNING! while operating, servicing, and repairing the Mower and Tractor: -Equip the Tractor with a fire extinguisher in an accessible location. -Do Not operate the Mower on a Tractor with an underframe exhaust. -Do Not smoke or have an open flame near the Mower and Tractor. -Do Not drive into burning debris or freshly burnt areas. -Ensure slip clutches are properly adjusted to prevent excessive slippage and plate hea
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SAFETY WARNING! Relieve hydraulic pressure prior to doing any maintenance or repair work on the Implement. Place the Mower Head on the ground or securely supported on blocks or stands, disengage the PTO, and turn off the engine. Push and pull the control Levers or Joystick several times to relieve pressure prior to starting any maintenance or repair work. (SBM-6) DANGER! Always disconnect the wire leads from the mower valve solenoid before performing service on the Tractor or Mower. Us
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SAFETY DANGER! Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious injury or even death. (SG-14) WARNING! Never attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material from the Implement while it is in motion or while tractor engine is running. Make sure the tractor engine is off before working on the Implement. (SG-20
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SAFETY Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices Be particularly careful when transporting the Implement with the Tractor. WARNING! Turn curves or go up hills only at a low speed and using a gradual steering angle. Rear mounted implements move the center of gravity to the rear and remove weight from the front wheels. Make certain, by adding front ballast, that at least 20% of the tractor’s weight is on the front wheels to prevent rearing up, loss of steering control or Tractor tip- over
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SAFETY WARNING! Make certain that the “Slow Moving Vehicle” (SMV) sign is installed in such a way as to be clearly visible and legible. When transporting the Equipment use the Tractor flashing warning lights and follow all local traffic regulations. (SG-6) WARNING! Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and highways. Make s
