Alamo 104QX User Manual

104QX

Loader

Published 1/02

Part No. F-3672

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.

RHINO

1020 S. Sangamon Ave. Gibson City, IL 60936 800-446-5158 Email: parts@servis-rhino.com

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!!

SAFETY HAZARD SIGNAL WORDS

There arethree levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. The level of hazard intensity is identified by the following definitions.

Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual. Observe the rules of safety and common sense!

DANGER

DANGER-Immediate hazards which will result in severe

injury or death.

WARNING

WARNING-Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in

minor personal injury or death.

THIS SAFETY SYMBOL MEANS

ATTENTION!

BECOME ALERT!

YOUR SAFETY IS

CAUTION

CAUTION-Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in

minor personal injury or property damage.

INVOLVED!

PELIGRO

LEA EL INSTRUCTIVO

Si No Lee Ingles, Pida Ayuda a Alguien Que Si Lo Lea Que le Traduzca las Medidas de Seguridad.

Read and understand the complete Warranty Statement found in this Manual. Fill out the Warranty Registration Form in full and return it within 30 Days. Make certain the Serial Number of the Machine is recorded on the Warranty Card and on the Warranty Form that you retain. The use of will-fit parts will void your warranty and can cause catastrophic failure with possible injury or death.

TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER

BEFORE YOU START!!

SAFETY HAZARD SIGNAL WORDS

There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. The level of hazard intensity is identified by the following definitions.

Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual. Observe the rules of safety and common sense!

DANGER

DANGER-Immediate hazards which will result in severe

injury or death.

WARNING

WARNING-Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in

minor personal injury or death.

THIS SAFETY SYMBOL MEANS

ATTENTION!

BECOME ALERT!

CAUTION

YOUR SAFETY IS

CAUTION-Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in

minor personal injury or property damage.

INVOLVED!

PELIGRO

LEA EL INSTRUCTIVO

Si No Lee Ingles, Pida Ayuda a Alguien Que Si Lo Lea Que le Traduzca las Medidas de Seguridad.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY SECTION

Safety Precautions Safety Hazard Signal Words Decal Locations Safety Decals

INTRODUCTION SECTION

Introduction Specifications

ASSEMBLY SECTION

Assembly Instructions Dismounting Loader Mounting Loader to Tractor

OPERATION SECTION

Preparting Tractor, Operating Loader, Filling Bucket Lifting Load, Carrying Load, Dumping Bucket, Lowering Bucket

Operating Float Control, Loading From Bank .......................4-4

Peeling & Scraping, Loading Truck & Spreaders From Pile, Backfilling ..........4-5

Handling Large Heavy Objects ...............................4-6

Operating Grapple Fork ..................................4-7

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1-2 1-7 1-8 1-10

2-1

2-2 2-3

3-1

3-2 3-3 3-4

4-1

4-2 4-3

MAINTENANCE SECTION .....................................5-1

Cylinder Service ......................................5-2

Control Valve Service ...................................5-3

Relief Valve.........................................5-4

Self-Leveling Valve Service Daily Maintenance, Hydraulic Pressure Check Hydraulic Trouble Shooting Torque Chart

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5-5 5-6 5-7 5-8

Rhino is a registered trademark of Alamo Group Inc.

SAFETY

SECTION

Safety Section 1-1

SAFETY

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

A careful operator operates best. Most accidents can be avoided by observing certain precautions. Read all precautions that follow before operating your tractor and loader to help prevent accidents. Equipment should be operated only by those who are responsible and instructed to do so.

GENERAL

1. Read your Operator's Manuals carefully before using tractor

SAFETY

or loader. Lack of operating knowledge can lead to accidents.

2. Replace damaged or illegible safety decals. See page 1-10 for required decals.

3. Operate tractor and loader only from operator's seat.

TRACTOR

1. Use an approved roll bar and seat belt for safe operation. Overturning a tractor without a rollbar can result in death or injury. If your tractor is not equipped with a rollbar and seat belt, see your Tractor Dealer.

2. Equip your tractor with FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) before installing or operating loader.

3. Alwaysuse seat belt when rollbar is installed. Do not use seat belt if rollbar is removed from tractor.

4. Add recommended wheel ballast and/or rear weight as recommended in owner's manual to provide good stability.

5. Move rear wheels to widest settings recommended to increase stability.

6. Move and turn tractor at low speeds.

LOADER

1. Improper use of a loader can cause serious injury or death.

2. Do not lift or carry anybody on loader, in bucket or on attachment.

3. Never allow anyone to get under loader bucket or reach through lift arms when bucket is raised.

4. Do not walk or work under a raised loader or bucket or attachment unless it is securely blocked or held in position.

5. Avoid overhead wires and obstacles when loader is raised. Contacting electric lines can cause electrocution.

6. Make sure all parked loaders are on a hard, level surface. Engage all safety devices.

OPERATING LOADER

1. As owner of this loader, it is your responsibility to be certain anyone operating this loader has read this manual first to be aware of safe operation of your tractor and loader.

2. Exercise caution when operating any loader with a raised loaded bucket or fork.

3. Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes. They can be dangerous for loader operation or movement.

4. Use care when operating on steep grades to maintain proper stability. Always carry bucket or attachment as low as possible.

5. Allow for loader length when making turns.

6. Stop loader arms gradually when lowering or lifting.

7. Use caution when handling loose or shiftable loads.

8. Carry bucket or attachment at a low position during transport for better visibility.

9. When parking or servicing, lower bucket to ground, stop engine and set park brakes before leaving tractor seat.

10. Operate loader controls only when properly seated at controls.

11. Using front end loaders without special attachments for handling large heavy objects such as large round or rectangular bales, logs and oil drums is NOT RECOMMENDED.

12. Handling large heavy objects can be extremely dangerous due to:

Danger of rolling tractor over.

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Danger of upending tractor.

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Danger of objects rolling or sliding down loader arms onto

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operator.

13. If you must perform this sort of work (see 12 above), protect yourself by:

Use proper attachments only.

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Never lift load higher than necessary to clear ground when

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moving.  Ballast tractor rear to compensate for load.  Never lift large objects with equipment that does not have

an anti-rollback device.  Move slowly and carefully, avoiding rough terrain.

MAINTENANCE

1. When servicing or replacing pins in cylinder ends, buckets, etc., always use a drift and hammer of non-sparking material. Failure to do so could result in injury from flying metal fragments.

2. Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter loader or any of its components or any loader function without first consulting your Dealer. If you have any questions regarding loader modifications contact your Rhino Dealer.

3. Always wear safety goggles when servicing or repairing tractor or loader.

4. Escaping hydraulic/diesel fluid under pressure can penetrate skin causing serious personal injury.

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DO NOT use your hand to check for leaks. Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks.

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Stop engine and relieve pressure before connecting or disconnecting hydraulic or diesel lines.

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Tighten all connections before starting engine or pressurizing lines.

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If any fluid is injected into skin, obtain medical attention immediately or gangrene may result.

5. Do not tamper with relief valve setting. Valve relief is factory- set. Changing relief setting can cause overloading of your tractor or loader and serious operator injury may result.

Whenever you see this symbol

It means:

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ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

SAFETY

PELIGRO!

DANGER!

WARNING!

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SAFETY

Never operate the Power Unit or Implement until you have read and completely understand this Manual, the Power Unit Operators Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Power Unit and Implement. Learn how to stop the Power Unit engine suddenly in an emergency. Never allow inexperienced or untrained personnel too operate the Power Unit and Implement without supervision. Make sure the operator has fully read and understood the manuals prior to operation.

Always maintain the safety decals in good readable condition. If the decals are missing, damaged, or unreadable, obtain and install replacement decals immediately.

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 Power Unit flashing warning lights and follow all local traffic regulations.

WARNING!

DANGER!

Operate this Equipment only with a Tractor equipped with an approved roll-over-protective system (ROPS). Always wear seat belts. Serious injury or even death could result from falling off the tractorparticularly during a turnover when the operator could be pinned under the Operator Protective Structure.

Do not modify or alter this Implement. Do not permit anyone to modify or alter this Implement, any of its components or any Implement function.

BEFORE leaving the Power Unit seat, always engage the brake and/or set the Power Unit transmission in parking gear, disengage the auxiliary hydraulics, stop the engine, remove the key, and

wait for all moving parts to stop. Place the Power Unit shift lever into a low range or parking gear to prevent the tractor from rolling. Never dismount a Power Unit that is moving or while the engine is running. Operate the Power Unit controls from the operator seat only.

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SAFETY

DANGER!

SAFETY

DANGER!

Never allow children to operate or ride on the Power Unit or Implement.

Do not mount the Power Unit while the Power Unit is moving. Mount the Power Unit only when the Power Unit and all moving parts are completely stopped.

Start the Power Unit only when properly seated in the Power Unit seat. Starting a Power Unit in gear can result in injury or death. Read the Power Unit operator's manual for proper starting instructions.

DANGER!

WARNING!

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.

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.

PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS!

attached can often be noisy enough to cause permanent hearing loss. We recommend that you always wear hearing protection if the noise in the Operators position exceeds 80db. Noise over 85db over an extended period of time will cause severe hearing loss. Noise over 90db adjacent to the Operator over an extended period of time will cause permanent or total hearing loss.

saws, radios, and other such sources close to the ear] is cumulative over a lifetime without hope of natural recovery

Note: Hearing loss from loud noise [from tractors, chain

Tractors with or without an Implement

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SAFETY

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 cause tissue damage including gangrene. If oil does penetrate the skin, have the injury treated immediately by a physician knowledgeable and skilled in this procedure.

Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Power Unit and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and highways. Make sure the Power Unit steering and brakes are in good condition and operate properly.

Before transporting the Power Unit and Implement, determine the safe transport speeds for you and the equipment. Make sure you abide by the following rules:

1. Test the Power Unit at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly. Apply the Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping characteristics of the Power Unit and Implement. As you increase the speed of the Power Unit the stopping distance increases. Determine the maximum safe transport speed for you and this Equipment.

2. Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed through the turn only after you determine that it is safe to operate at a higher speed. Use extreme care and reduce your speed when turning sharply to prevent the Power Unit and Implement from turning over. Determine the maximum safe turning speed for you and this equipment before operating on roads or uneven ground.

SAFETY

WARNING!

3. Only transport the Power Unit and Implement at the speeds that you have determined are safe and which allow you to properly control the equipment.

Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Power Unit with weak or faulty brakes. When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick roads, the braking distance increases: Use extreme care and reduce your speed. When operating in traffic always use the Power Unit's flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of the traffic around you and watch out for the other guy.

Never attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material from the Implement while it is in motion or while Power Unit engine is running. Make sure the Power Unit engine is off before working on the Implement!

Periodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace when necessary with authorized service parts. Look for loose fasteners, worn or broken parts, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins have cotter pins and washers. Serious injury may occur from not maintaining this machine in good working order.

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SAFETY

WARNING!

SAFETY

DANGER!

Always read carefully and comply fully with the manufacturers instructions when handling oil, solvents, cleansers, and any other chemical agent.

Never run the Power Unit engine in a closed building or without adequate ventilation. The exhaust fumes can be hazardous to your health.

KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING ELEMENTS

and possible serious injury or death.

Never allow children to play on or around Power Unit 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 themselves or others.

to prevent entanglement

WARNING!

DANGER!

Do not exceed the rated PTO speed for the Implement. Excessive PTO speeds can cause Implement driveline ailures resulting in serious injury.

NEVER use drugs or alcohol

Power Unit 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 Power Unit or Implement, an operator on prescription or over-the-counter medication must consult a medical professional regarding any side effects of the medication that would hinder their ability to operate the Equipment safely.

NEVER

their alertness or coordination is impaired. Serious injury or death to the operator or others could result if the operator is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Operate the Power Unit and/or Implement controls only while properly seated in the operator's seat with the seat belt securely fastened around you. Inadvertent movement of the Power Unit or Implement may cause serious injury or death.

knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment when

immediately before or while operating the

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SAFETY

WARNING!

DANGER!

WARNING!

Never interfere with factory-set hydraulic calibrations. Any change in calibration could cause a failure of the equipment and result in injury.

SAFETY

Always shut the Power Unit completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Loader.

Never crawl under a raised implement supported solely by the Power Unit boom. Release of the control lever or mechanical failure will result in the Implement falling and possible injury or death. Always securely block up the Implement before crawling underneath to perform repairs and service.

Relieve hydraulic pressure prior to doing any maintenance or repair work on the implement. Place the Loader on the ground or securely supported on blocks or stands, disengage the auxiliary hydraulics and turn off engine. Push and pull the control levers several times to relieve pressure prior to starting any maintenance or repair work.

SAFETY HAZARD SIGNAL WORDS

There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. The level of hazard intensity is identified by the following definitions.

DANGER

injury or death.

- Immediate hazards which will result in severe

WARNING

in minor personal injury or death.

- Hazards or unsafe practices which could result

CAUTION

in minor personal injury or property damage.

- Hazards or unsafe practices which could result

THIS SAFETY SYMBOL MEANS

ATTENTION!

BECOME ALERT!

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

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SAFETY

LEFT SIDE FRAME

RIGHT SIDE FRAME

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SAFETY

ITEM PART NO. QTY. TYPE DESCRIPTION

1 26871 1 WARNING To Prevent Instability 2 7794 1 CAUTION Loader Safety Guides 3 38789 2 MODEL 104QX 4 36932 1 WARNING Avoid Injury During Installation 5 49696 2 LOGO Rhino 6 35674-6 1 STRIPE Silver, 13.5 ft. 7 48921 1 DANGER Stability Danger 8 48858 1 DANGER Electric Shock Danger 9 00776481 1 MANUAL CANISTER 2 items

SAFETY

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NOTE:

each decal. Replace decal if damaged or illegible. Replacement decals are available from your dealer.

SAFETY

Safety decal location is listed below

2 - - 7794

4 - - 36932

1 - - 26871

DANGER

7- - 48921

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