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© 2020 Alamo Group Inc.
Published 02/20 Part No. 32120321C
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
®
1502 E. Walnut
Seguin, Texas 78155
830-372-3551
E-mail: parts@alamo-industrial.com
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. C01-Cover_A
Important Operating
and Safety
Instructions are found
in the Mower Safety
Video that can be
instantly accessed on
the Internet at:
www.algqr.com/ave
$0.00
REAR MOUNT BOOM MOWER
RM180/
RM165

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

Summary

SAFETY SECTION

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES

General safety instructions and practices for operating the equipment, emphasizing operator and bystander safety.

Operator Safety

Guidelines and precautions for the operator's personal safety, including PPE and alertness.

CRUSHING HAZARDS

Hazards related to crushing due to equipment movement, rollover, or falling components.

CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY

Safety procedures for connecting and disconnecting the implement to the tractor.

THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS

Hazards associated with objects being thrown by the mower at high velocities.

RUN OVER HAZARDS

Hazards related to being run over by the tractor or implement due to loss of control.

PTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS

Hazards related to entanglement with rotating PTO components and drivelines.

MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS

Hazards related to accidental contact with the mower blades.

HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARD

Hazards associated with high-pressure hydraulic oil leaks penetrating skin.

ELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDS

Hazards related to electrical systems, power lines, and fire risks.

TRANSPORTING HAZARDS

Hazards encountered while transporting the tractor and implement.

ASSEMBLY SECTION

ATTACHMENT TO TRACTOR

Procedures for attaching the mower to the tractor's 3-point hitch system.

HEAD ATTACHMENT

Steps for safely attaching the mower head to the boom assembly.

OPERATION SECTION

RM180;165 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

General instructions for operating the RM180/165 mower safely and efficiently.

OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS

Essential requirements for the operator, including training and understanding manuals.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Recommended personal protective equipment for safe operation and maintenance.

TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for the tractor, including ROPS, ballast, and safety devices.

ROPS and Seat Belt

Importance of ROPS and seat belts for operator protection during rollovers.

Operator Thrown Object Protection

Tractor features for protecting the operator from thrown objects.

Tractor Ballast

Importance of tractor ballast for stability during operation, especially with boom extended.

Tractor Safety Devices

General safety devices required on the tractor for safe operation.

Front End Weight

Importance of front-end weight for tractor steering control and stability.

GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR

Safe procedures for mounting and dismounting the tractor.

Boarding the Tractor

Step-by-step guide for safely boarding the tractor using handrails and steps.

Dismounting the Tractor

Step-by-step guide for safely dismounting the tractor.

STARTING THE TRACTOR

Procedures and precautions for starting the tractor safely before operation.

Connecting Attaching Head to Boom

Steps for connecting the mower head to the boom assembly.

Connecting Mower Head Hydraulics

Steps for connecting the hydraulic hoses to the mower head.

PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE

Importance of pre-operation checks for safe and efficient use of the mower.

Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection;Service

Daily inspection and service checklist for the tractor.

Boom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Service

Pre-operation inspection and service for the boom unit.

OPERATING THE BOOM MOWER- MACHINE CONTROLS

Overview of the boom mower's control systems.

DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT

Safe practices for driving the tractor with the implement attached.

Starting the Tractor

Procedures for starting the tractor before operating the implement.

Brake and Differential Lock Setting

Proper settings for tractor brakes and differential lock for safe operation.

Driving the Tractor and Boom

Techniques for safely driving the tractor with the boom extended.

OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT

General guidelines for operating the tractor and implement together safely.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Detailed instructions for operating the mower, including safety precautions.

Foreign Debris Hazards

Hazards associated with foreign objects in the mowing area.

Bystanders;Passersby Precautions

Precautions to protect bystanders and passersby from mower operation.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

MAINTENANCE SECTION

HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT

Safety hazards to be aware of when performing maintenance on the implement.

Alamo RM165 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAlamo
ModelRM165
CategoryConstruction Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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