Alamo Swingtrim Benutzerhandbuch
OPERATION
SWINGTRIM 03/09
Operation Section 4-6
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OPERA
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3.4 Tractor Horsepower
The horsepower required to operate the mower depends on many factors including vegetation to be cut, terrain
condition, operator experience, and condition of the mower and tractor. For most mowing condition, the
Swingtrim sickle bar requires a tractor with at least 15 HP. Operating the mower with a tractor that does not
have adequate power may damage the tractor engine.
condition, operator experience, and condition of the mower and tractor. For most mowing condition, the
Swingtrim sickle bar requires a tractor with at least 15 HP. Operating the mower with a tractor that does not
have adequate power may damage the tractor engine.
3.5 3-Point Hitch
Swingtrim sickle bar can attach to tractors with a
CAT I three-point hitch. Refer to the tractor
operator’s manual for the category of the tractor
used. If the hitch does not conform to ASAE Cat I
or II dimensions, the mower may not fit or raise
properly. Consult an authorized dealer for possible
modification procedures to mount nonconforming
hitches.
CAT I three-point hitch. Refer to the tractor
operator’s manual for the category of the tractor
used. If the hitch does not conform to ASAE Cat I
or II dimensions, the mower may not fit or raise
properly. Consult an authorized dealer for possible
modification procedures to mount nonconforming
hitches.
Use the correct hitch pins for the hitch category
being used. For a Cat I hitch, 7/8” lower and 3/4”
upper diameter hitch pins are used.
being used. For a Cat I hitch, 7/8” lower and 3/4”
upper diameter hitch pins are used.
CAT I Implement / Hitch Specification
Width from outside to outside A-frame......26 7/8”
Quick Hitch width inside lug to lug ...........27 1/8”
Height from bottom hitch pin to top pin ...........18”
Lower pin diameter ........................................7/8”
Upper pin diameter .......................................3/4”
Lynch pin diameter ....................................15/32”
Width from outside to outside A-frame......26 7/8”
Quick Hitch width inside lug to lug ...........27 1/8”
Height from bottom hitch pin to top pin ...........18”
Lower pin diameter ........................................7/8”
Upper pin diameter .......................................3/4”
Lynch pin diameter ....................................15/32”
Never operate the Tractor and Mower Unit without an OPS (Operators
Protective Structure) or Cab to prevent injury from objects thrown from
Protective Structure) or Cab to prevent injury from objects thrown from
ground or from overhead trimming. Stop mowing if workers or
passersby are with in 100 yards.
passersby are with in 100 yards.
(SBM-9)
3.3 Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem
If the tractor will be operated near or traveled on a
public roadway it must be equipped with proper
warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV)
emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of
the unit. Most tractor’s have different settings for
operating and transporting lighting. Refer to the
tractor operator’s manual for using the tractor’s
light switch and operating the turn signals.
public roadway it must be equipped with proper
warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV)
emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of
the unit. Most tractor’s have different settings for
operating and transporting lighting. Refer to the
tractor operator’s manual for using the tractor’s
light switch and operating the turn signals.
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