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A-BOOM
Assembly Instruction Manual
John Deere 6615 and 7615
Tractors equipped with additional options, special equipment, tractor manufacturer modifications,
new tractor models, or Customer alterations may prevent this Mount Kit from being properly
mounted to the tractor. Alamo Group is not responsible for modifications to the MountKit to
accommodate these differences.
Part No. 02980169
ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
1502 E. Walnut
Seguin, Texas 78155
210-372-3551
© 2003 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 sen
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INTRODUCTION ABOUT THIS MANUAL: The intent of this publication to provide the competent technician with the information necessary to perform the CORRECT Assembly to the Alamo Industrial Product. This will, in turn provide for complete customer satisfaction It is hoped that the information contained in this and other Manuals will provide enough detail to eliminate the need for contact of the Alamo Industrial Technical Service Dept. However, it should be understood that many instances may arrive w
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INDEX - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION Page Safety Section Operation Safety............................................................................. 1 Section 1 Tools and Supplies Needed f/ Assembly.................................. 1-2 Pre-Dilivery Check List...................................................................... 1-3 to 1-5 Section 2 Fill Left rear Wheel w/ calcium Cloride............................................. 2-2 Wheel Counter Weight Parts.......................................
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INDEX - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION Page Section 7 Cutter Motor Control Valve................................................................ 7-2 Boom Installation / Boom Hoses....................................................... 7-2 to 7-3 Pump / Tank Hose Installation........................................................... 7-4 to 7-5 Section 8 Control Handle Asy Installation (Mechanical Valve).......................... 8-2 "ON" "OFF" Switch Schematic (Standard Mechanical).................... 8-3
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NOTES A-Boom (JD 6615 / 7615 Asy Instruction Manual) 07/03 Index -6 © 2003 Alamo Group Inc.
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SAFETY SECTION © 2003 Alamo Group Inc. Safety Section 1-1
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SAFETY Read these assembly instructions through completely and understand them before proceeding with the assembly of the equipement. 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 pro
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SAFETY PELIGRO! Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que si lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas de seguridad. (SG-3) !LEA EL INSTRUCTIVO! READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Serious injury or death may occur unless care is taken to follow the warnings and instructions stated in the Safety Messages. Always use good common sense to avoid hazards. (SG-2) Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que PELIGRO! LEA EL si lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas IN
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SAFETY WARNING! Many of the parts are heavy and require lifting assistance. Do not try to lift the heavy parts by yourself. Get help from another employee or from an overhead crane. WARNING! The operator and all support personnel should wear hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, and proper hearing protection at all times for protection from injury including injury from items thrown by the equipment. (SG-16) WARNING! Always wear safety shoes with steel toes when working on this equipment. It
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SAFETY DANGER! Before starting the mower make sure the area is clear and the floor has been swept. The mower blade can throw objects several hundred feet. Thrown objects could damge property or cause severe bodily injuries even death. 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) DANGER! Start
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SAFETY DANGER! NEVER use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating the Tractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator’s alertness and coordination and therefore affect the operator’s ability to operate the equipment safely. Before operating the Tractor or Imple- ment, an operator on prescription or over-the-counter medication must consult a medical professional regarding any side effects of the medi- cation that would hinder their ability to operate the Equipme
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Section 1 A-BOOM TOOL REQUIREMENTS AND PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION CHECKLIST A-Boom (JD 6615 / 7615 Asy Instruction Manual) 07/03 © 2003 Alamo Group Inc. Section1 - 1
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Assembly Tools, Supplies and Equipment Needed Tools that are recommended to complete this assembly. There are number of different ways to do things, some items are recommended to make assembly easier but may not be required. 1. An over Head Hoist, the hoist (or Lift) should be a 2-1/2 ton capacity minimum. Hoist should be able to move and stop within fractions of an inch. Hoist should also have a 12 foot lift (Required). 2. Compressed Air, Air must be filtered and dry. A Safety air nozzle for
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A-BOOM PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Pre-Operation Inspection: After Assembly is complete. Check the following items before operating the unit to assure that they are properly assembled. (See following page 1-4 for component location) Saftey Equipment: ----- Operators Manual is with Unit. ----- The Safety Decals are installed as listed in the Assembly Manual. ----- Valve operation plate is installed. ----- Operators cage or Tractor Cab is in place. (Item 1 page 1-5) ----- Deflectors are inst
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A-BOOM PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Pre-Operation Inspection: Check the following items before operating the unit to assure that they are properly assembled. (See following page 1-4 for component location) Flail Mower Head: ___ Skid Shoe Bolts are torqued to 120 ft-lbs (Item 15 page 5) ___ Motor Bolts are torqued to 120 ft-lbs ___ Belt Alignment& tension adjustment is correct ___ Cutter shaft bearings are properly lubricated ___ Roller bearings are properly lubricated (Item 16 Page 5) __
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Tractor - Mower Component Location For Check List 1 6 3 7 5 17 4 2 11 2 16 10 9 8 12 15 13 14 A-Boom (JD 6615 / 7615 Asy Instruction Manual) 07/03 © 2003 Alamo Group Inc. Section1 - 5
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Section 2 A-BOOM Wheel Weight Installation A-Boom (JD 6615 / 7615 Asy Instruction Manual) 07/03 Section 2 - 1 © 2003 Alamo Group Inc.
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Rear Wheel Counter Weight Fill Left Rear Wheel with Liquid: The Left Rear Wheel must be filled with liguid. Alamo Industrial recommends a Calcium Cloride Water Mixture. The recommended Ratio of a 30 / 70 mix (30% Calcium Cloride and 70% Water), this mixture will add weight at about 10.5 lbs per gallon. Follow the Mixture procedures furnished by the Manufactured of the Brand of Calcium Cloride that you are useing. It is also recommended that a trained person installs the calcium Cloride. Calci
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Rear Wheel Counter Weight Installing Wheel Weight 1. This Wheel Weight is 1400 lbs. Always use caution when working with it. 2. Locate the three Holes in LH Rear Wheel. Make sure these holes are 15/16" dia. if not, they must be reamed out. 3. Lift Left Rear Tractor Wheel till it just clears the ground. This will allow the Wheel to be rotated when aligning mounting holes for Weight. 4. Using a forklift, lift Wheel Weight into Wheel. When Wheel Weight is centered in Wheel Se- cure Forklift and Set
