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Alamo Machete T 7740 User's Manual

1. 04 17 97 Cylinder 8 Linkage Redesign Kit 060197 060197A 1 24 06 01 97 Tilt Link Arm Stop Modification 061897 061897A IP iisi 06 18 97 Blade Bar Leaf Redesign Rotary Head 071797 071797A VAG PR 07 17 97 Joystick Power Supply Cut Off Switch A 2ko 10 03 97 Cyl Link Arm Turning Arm Hitch Post Pins 112097 orrnnnnn 1 28 11 20 97 Cyl Link Arm Turning Arm Hitch Post Pins 120697 1 30 12 06 97 Tilt Function Lock Valve Installation 041308 A dadas diarias 04 13 98 Erratic Boom Movement Radio Interference 020199 uiine pa An 02 01 99 TS Tractor Hood to Frame Interference 031000 sico alfa 1 34 03 10 00 TS Tractor Fuel Filter Change New Holland 032200 1 zstu nagit skokana v 03 22 00 Valve Pressure Side Filter Installation OBOBOD z eoiszs sas asizksn c 1 36 08 03 00 Spindle Oil Filler Kit Rotary Head 080400 Liria 08 04 00 Pressure Filter Maintenance Procedure A iriiria 1 38 01 25 01 Control Valve Relocation Information 04090 A gt Pe 04 09 01 Rebuilt Parts Availability Change Notice 041001 1 1 40 04 10 01 Valve Pressure Side Filter Installation Apitech 041001 2 00 000000nnnn 1 41 04 10 01 Valve Pressure Filter Maintenance Instruction DAD ss A 04 11 01 Buzz Bar Head Dr
2. Part No Qty Description ASA 02971928 1 Hitch Post S 9 02972111 2 Angle XX 02971946 2 Angle W AX 02071946 02892100 8 Bolt Flange 1 02972232 1 Instruction Sheet Bolt 8 02972111 Pin Kit 02967691 includes Flange 2 02971756 1 Pin Chrome 71946 02971746 1 Bushing Flange 1 02970595 1 Bolt 00015800 1 Locknut 02971904 1 Instruction Sheet Pin Kit 02967687 includes 02971720 1 Pin Weldment 02971701 1 Nut Slotted 02971702 Flat Washer Note Replaces Same as Bulletin TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 041797 1 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 21 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 041797 2 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete MB21 8 MB24 Bulletin No Date 041797 2 Apr 17 1997 Cylinder amp Linkage Pin Replacement Kits Boom cylinder pin replacement kits for all Machete MB21 amp MB24 mowers are now available The new design utilizes a Boss and Bolt arrangement to replace the original tear drop and bolt design Each kit contains all the necessary parts along with a detailed instruction sheet regarding the correct replacement procedure for the pins Likewise if new pins are ordered in the future the original part numbers will be automatically replaced with the new design being shipped to you Welding and painting
3. Part No Qty Description 02972180 1 Straight Hydraulic Adapter available from Alamo Industrial 001654 Hydraulic Fitting 90 Elbow available from Alamo Industrial 1 02972208 1 Solenoid Valve Assembly available from Alamo Industrial s 2 18 gauge wire 12 long each furnished by installer 2 2 8 ring connectors furnished by installer 18 gauge splice connectors furnished by installer NOTE Installation of this Lock valve will not be covered under warranty Continued Next Page MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 30 Information Bulletin 120697 Continued from previous Page Electrical connection Identify the plus lead running to the solenoid for the tiltfunction This solenoidis located across the valve from the fitting you installed Remove approximately 2 of the outer plastic covering from the wires coming from the solenoid Splice one of the 18 gauge wires you provided into one of the wires Connectthe other end of that wire to a lug on the solenoid It makes a difference which wire runs to which connector Insulate any exposed wires with electrical tape Wire connector Lugs Note orientation of notch in plate To Valve Very Important DO NOT use Solenoids as handles E Door am pe A Tilt XY l SP Dipper SS S NA lt Wa ES 6 2 Port Port Steps to take to install the tilt cylinder lock valve Hydraulic Connections 1 Remove the tilt section hose from the C 1 Port 2 Assemble the
4. INDUSTRIAL MACHETE m BOOM ARM MOWER INFORMATION amp SERVICE BULLETINS Manual P N 02980501 08 05 Alamo Industrial 2005 Edition P O Drawer 549 l Seguin Texas 78155 MEMBER OF THE 830 379 1480 2005 Alamo Group Inc INFORMATION amp SERVICE BULLETINS INTRODUCTION This Book is divided into two Sections Section One Technical Information Bulletins he Technical Information Bulletins Information Bulletins are listed by Bulletin Number Date Example the oldest Bulletin will be listed first and the most recent bulletin will be listed last Bulletin No 021002 first amp second digits are the month the third amp fourth digits are the day of the month and the fifth amp sixth digits are the year this means the bulletin was written on Feb 10 2002 If more than one bulletin was written on that day the a dash with a number will added example 1 2 etc 2 Authorize Repairs Technical Information Bulletins do not authorize any repairs to be made under warranty or any other circumstance unless specifically instructed to do so 3 Bulletin Reference Some Technical Information Bulletins will refer to the corresponding Service Bulletins for repairs and some are for information only 4 Bulletin Instructions Technical Information Bulletins should have all the instructions as to what you need but may not have allthe information needed to make an installation complete In some cases it may b
5. Spindle Oil Filler Kit P N 02976501 A Spindle oil filler kit has been developed to provide accurate an easy fill of oilinto the spindles used on all hydraulic powered mowers The Oil filler Kit P N 02976501 is available through Alamo Industrial Parts dept Installation requires the replacement of the fill plug with the female quick connect fitting To fill the spindle attach the hose and oil bottle to the spindle by utilizing the quick connect fittings remove the vent plug and pump in the oil untill oil is seen at the vent plug opening reinstall the vent plug and remove the bottle at the quick connect fitting The female quick disconnect is designed to be left on the spindle in place of the fill plug Utilization of this spindle fill kit should decrease maintance time and failures by providing accurate oil fill of the spindle assembly Hose with clamp Female Quick Connect Spindle Assembly Se z 2 ATL q TAN YZ y EA par KATA Oil tank Figure 1 with Hand Pump This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 36 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 080400 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Machete A boom Versa Boom Slopemower Bulletin No Date Boom Mowers which utilize the Joystick operated control valve 080400 wi
6. To facilitate the Warranty replacement of these parts the following part numbers should be used Part No 02967193RB Motor Piston Type Rebuilt Part No 02969527RB Pump Piston Type Rebuilt Warranty Claims submitted for replacement of these parts using numbers other than those listed above are subject to denial This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 45 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 041503 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models i Date All Hydraulic Mowers Mounted on John Deere 6215 sin All 6415 Pulletin No s n6415M355436 6320 s n 6320H361 093 6420 s n 6420H354700 041503 April 15 2003 and 6615 s n All Tractors with Tier II emission compliance Spoke Cast Pulley Part 02979857 Factory 5 Replacement Replacement Washer Part 402979829 35118 Retaining Bolt In an effort to comply with certain requirements in regard to Tier II Emission Standards Deere and Company initiated a change to the crank shaft pulley on many of the new 6020 series tractors This was a random change which did not affect all tractors In addition a specific serial number break does not exist to identify the affected units The Tier Il pulley can be identified as a 5 spoke design as indicated in the figure above See Figure
7. 02782900 Bulletin No Date with Date Code on Bolt of 11 02 amp 02782900 Blade Bolts in Parts 030702 Stock with the 11 02 date code Old 41020703 Feb 7 2003 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net Will be evaluated on a case Hold All Parts for Return Apr 15 2003 by case basis under Warranty Policy Blade Bolt Inspection Subject Quality inspections revealed the potential for cracking of the Blade Bolt Cracks are the result of manufacturing procedures and will be present on the bolts prior to installation on the mower This is pertaining to a Date code which is stamped on the threaded end of the bolt Date Code 11 02 Service Required 1 Inspect all Bolts in Parts stock and those on the effected mowers by checking the dated code on the Blade Bolt 2 If Blade Bolts do not have the 11 02 date code no service will be required 3 If the Date code 11 02 is there check the Bolt for any cracks in them If the bolts are installed on the mower they will have to be removed to check 4 If they check OK reinstall them and torque them to 600 ft lbs and reinstall roll pins 5 If they have cracks replace them with new ones install the new bolts and torque to 600 ft Ibs Reinstall roll pin Parts Required Date Code Stamped on this end 11 02 Alamo Logo amp Nov 2002 Part No Stamped on Head End P N 02782900 Part No Qty Description 02782900 a r Blade Bolt Note Always chec
8. Date 991911 Old 990005A Nov 19 1999 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net O hr See New Holland see New Holland Service Apr 30 2000 Service Bulletin 409 Bulletin 409 New Holland TS Tractor Inspection Campaign Subject In order to increase customer satisfaction New Holland is requesting inspection of some tractors See S N s listed below detailed in new Holland Service Campaign 409 The specifics to this bulletin are provided by the New Holland Bulletin The purpose of this bulletin is only to inform you of the work that needs to be done per New Holland Bulletin and not to authorize any work on the behalf of Alamo Industrial or any of their affiliated companies If in Question you should consult your New Holland Dealer for details of repairs Units Serial Numbers All New Holland TS Tractors w Cabs amp S N less than 115012B date code 8L18 plus All New Holland TS Tractors with or without Cab amp S N less than 110026B date code 8j09 Service Required See New Holland Service Campaign 409 for Service details Parts Required See New Holland Service Campaign 409 for Parts requirements Special Note This Service Bulletin does not authorize any repairs on behalf of Alamo Industrial its strictly to inform you of New Holland Service Campaign 409 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Poli
9. The O Ring goes on first against valve block then the Back up ring against motor as shown See Figure 1 Install the Square Cut Ringin the Low Pressure Drain Port of the valve block When installing the valve block the retaining bolts to the motor they must be torqued to 35 ft Ibs in an alternating pattern Figure 1 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 17 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 032697 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete MB21 8 MB24 Bulletin No Date 032697 Mar 26 1997 King Pin and Boom Pin Bushing Drivers Available Itis now possible to obtain the proper bushing driver to facilitate the installation of all bushings on the Machete Boom Assembly The Large Driver P N 02972281 is used to install the King Pin Bushings in the frame while the Small Driver P N 02972282 should be used to install all the bushings in the boom These tools may be used to install bushings on several other Alamo Industrial Models such as Slope Mowera and A Booms The proper use of the installation tools will help to prevent damage to the bushing surfaces during installation PE 02972281 for driving 02972282 for driving 2 1 2 ID Bushings 1 1 2 ID Bushings Figure 1 Note Replaces Same as Bulletin No 032697A This document do
10. will be required If you are experiencing problems with the original pin design Order the new kit and replace the pins with the new design Instruction Sheet 02971904 will be sent with each kit ordered This instruction sheet will show detailed instructions on how to install the following kits If replacing these as warranty follow all warranty procedures in accordance with warranty guide and Service Bulletins which apply to this application only Kit Numbers Kit No Qty Description Kit No Qty Description 02967685 1 PinKit Dipper Cyl Rod End 02967691 2 Pinkit Head Tilt Linkage 02967673 1 Pin Kit Swing Cyl Barrel End 02967694 1 Pin Kit Tilt Cyl Rod End 02967677 1 Pin Kit Lift Cyl Rod End 02967683 1 Pin Kit Tilt Cyl Barrel End 02967677 1 Pin Kit Dipper Cyl Barrel End 02967675 1 Pin Kit Swing Cyl Rod End 02967679 1 Pin Kit Lift Cyl Barrel End 02967681 1 Pin Kit Link Arm to Dipper Bal AN 02967694 1 Pin Kit Link Arm to Linkage 02966791 1 Pin Kit Linkage Asy to Hitch Post New Pin 02868803 a r Pin Bushing Note there is also a Turning Arm Upgrade Kit whic includes a new 1 piece king pin All Bushings and Weld on Boss Turning arm Kit 02972211 which is not shown here Continued Next Page MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 22 Information Bulletin 041797 2 Continued from previous Page Figure 2 Note Replaces Same as Bulletin No 041797A2 TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 041797 2 T
11. ERA A 08 29 00 000510 200006 i S 10 05 00 010607 200102 pa NSR 07 06 01 021202 4021202 ZAST seipsis 02 12 02 03DFD2 a TO2O 703 22028 usina 02 07 03 OS 0504 APP O PD VN 05 05 04 0B3005 1 cu ssasanmasaniisasmas 2 30 08 30 05 2005 Alamo Group Inc Description Service Bulletin Introduction Joystick Replacement Motor To Spindle Bolt Replacement King Post Pin Replacement Rear Flap Bracket Update Rotary Head Lower Crossmember lnstallation Update LH Frame Rail Gusset Reinforcement Update Lack of Joystick Proportional Movement Control Tilt Cyl Function Restrictor Installation Turning Arm King Pin Up Dates Boom Hinge Point Pin Up Dates Lift amp Dipper Cyl Function Restrictor Installation Upper King Pin Bushing Slipping Blade Bolt Inspection Recall Lower Crossmember Reinforcement Kit New Holland T6640 amp T7740 A C Service Notice New Holland TS Tractor Inspection Service Notice Turning Arm Pin Update Kit Dipper Boom Re Reinforcement Plate Installation Control Valve Pressure Filter Installation Motor Drive Coupler Redesign Buzz Bar Head Motor Drive Coupler Up Date Buzz Bar Head Blade Bolt Inspection and or Replacement Blade Carrier Retaining Bolts Pump Port Plug Replacement INDEX 2 NOTES O 2005 Alamo Group Inc SECTION 1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETINS This Book is divided into two Sections Section One Technical Info
12. Flexible Coupler Repair Kit For All Other Models Kits above will include the required parts as well as the required Hardware The Kits will also include an Instruction Sheet P N 02977380 which has details on how to perform repairs Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 26 IJIIPALAMO SERVICE BULLETIN No 021202 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom A Boom amp Slope Mower Models Bulletin No Date with Buzz Bar Head Option 021202 Feb 12 2002 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 5 0 hrs at Dealer registered Hold All Parts for Return May 20 2002 Shop Rate under Warranty Policy Buzz Bar Head Motor Coupler Coupler Update Kit Subject Buzz Bar Motor to Spindle drive components may fail prematurely due to misalignment of the Motor and Spindle Complete instructions for changing Buzz Bar motor to spindle components for Machete A Boom Versa Boom Slopemower 8 Rear Mount Boom units will be provided with each Kit Service Required Use Information that is included with appropriate kit listed below to change Dr
13. Machetes Service Reguired 1 Weld Gusset P N 02970138 to left frame rail as instructed on installation drawing which will be sent with Gusset when ordered 2 When welding some thing on a square tube do not weld across the square tube that will weaken the square tube Always try to weld the length of the tube on the corners 3 Paint Gusset and welded area Parts Required Part No Qty Description 02970138 1 Gusset a OL k 1 Can Spay Paint High Gloss Black Obtain Locally Gusset 02970138 VA Left Frame Rail DO NOT Weld across square tubing when welding Figure 1 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 9 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 962310 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers S N MB21 01001 amp Up except 01044 S N MB24 01001 amp Up Bulletin No Date 962310 Old 960008 Oct 23 1996 Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 0 7 hr at Dealer registered Hold all removed parts for Feb 1 1997 return Joystick Control of Boom Movement Subject Lack of proportional control of the Bo
14. Series New Holland tractor is powering Alamo Industrial Side or Boom Mounted products This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 34 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 032200 1 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Machete Boom MB21 amp MB24 Bulletin No Date 032200 1 Mar 22 2000 New Oil Filter Kit P N 02976069 Detailed investigation of recent valve failures revealed that in the vast majority of the incidences the failures are attributable to contamination within the tractor hydraulic systems which supply pressure to the control valve Failure normally take the form of one or more inoperative or poorly operating functions Repair may involve the replacement of the electronic controller for the section or in severe cases the replacement of the entire valve Particulate contamination in the form of small gear metal or brass particles created during break in and operation and are not removed during required maintenance of the tractor can enter the valve this creates leakage due to wear or clogging of passageways In response an in line pressure filter and fitting kit Kit P N 02976069 has been developed for installation in the pressure line which delivers oil to the valve The kit provides all the necessary fittings hardware and instructions to facilitate t
15. claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 4 NOTES MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 5 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 962503 1 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Bulletin No Date 962503 1 Old 960001 Mar 25 1996 S N MB21 01001 to 01020 8 PTO02 S N MB24 01001 to 01017 8 PT002 Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 1 0 hrs at Dealer registered No Returnable Parts Sep 30 1996 involved Rear Flap Bracket Machete Rotary Head Subject Install rear flap bracket on Machete Rotary Heads Brackets will aid in deflecting material away from the tractor Service Reguired 1 All units with Rotary Heads will be affected in the modification 2 Secure tractor so it can not be started until you are ready to start it this will prevent some one from starting tractor while you are working on it 2 Clean area to be welded of paint and debris Align and Weld bracket to head as described in Figure 2 Clean weld and repaint area as needed 3 Bolt Flap to new bracket using hardware provided Parts Required Part No Qty Description 02970461 1 Bracket 00007000 1 Bolt 0001
16. from contamination 3 Clean the flange surface of both the motor and spindle of any gasket material or oil 4 Clean and inspect the threads in the holes use a thread tap to clean them if needed Check to be certain the holes are drilled all the way through the housing this is important as you will be installing longer bolts SA Check the surface on the motor where the 02891800 Bolt bolt head tightens It may be rquired to file a small portion of this surface in order to allow for a flat surface onto which the bolt head can tighten 6 Remove the rag and check to be sure that the spindle is properly lubed 7 Apply a coating of silicone gasket material to the motor and spindle housing flanges 8 Apply a small drop of Locktite to each of the four new bolts 9 Install the motor and the four new bolts and tighten them to the proper torque 120 ft Ibs Parts Reguired Part No Qty Description Figure 1 02891800 4 Bolts 02961038 1 Gasket Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 3 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 952911 2 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Mod
17. grease gun until the new grease is seen in the vent plug hole Approximately 2 standard grease tubes will be required when Spindle Assembly is empty Clean off any excess or over flow grease and reinstall vent plug Maintain proper lubrication with 5 pumps of grease into the spindle every 8 hours of use This will keep the Spindle bearings lubricated 7 Always clean excess Grease away from Spindle after greasing Spindle AW D o This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 43 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 121802 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers All Bulletin No Date Brahma Side Mnt Mowers All 121802 Dec 18 2002 Recommended Brands of Hydraulic Oil As of November 10 of 2002 Alamo Industrial TM changed the specification in regard to the recommended hydraulic oil for use in the current Machete Boom and Brahma mounted mowing system This Oil change effects the front mounted 18 gallon oil tank front mounted pump and motor circuit of the Machete Boom This update to the specifications will better protect against the possibility of internal motor wear and loss of power To comply with the new specifications the front tank hydraulic oil should be changed to the recommended ISO rated AW 100 hydraulic Oil Alamo Indust
18. is going to operate in an application in which material is likely to wrap around spindle the following parts can be ordered and installed The old seal protector 02968868 which is on the spindle will be removed and discarded The Old Part No 02968868 will be ordered but the new Seal Protector Part No 02970459 will be shipped with installation instructions If only the new Seal protector is ordered the instruction sheet will not be shipped Part No Qty Description 02968868 1 Cover End Cap Seal Protector The new seal protector will have to be welded to the upper blade bar as shown on the next page and the old seal protector which is on the spindle will be discarded Make sure that the Blade bar retaining bolts are properly torqued when reattaching to spindle and that components are good condition Continued Next Page MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 10 Information Bulletin 032596 Continued from previous Page Weld 4 places 3 16 1 long gt Note Center ring on blade bar W to allow clearence for spindle s Blade Bar Asy 02782300 Old Seal Protector JM 02968868 Cover End Cap is no longer used Seal Protector Ring 02970459 TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 032596 Contact Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 Ph 830 372 2708 Fax 830 372 9603 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Al
19. parts as shown above 3 Attach the hose to the fitting on Lock valve Test and run TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 120697 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 31 TTT AKO TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 041398 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Machete Boom MB21 amp MB24 All Slope Mowers Bulletin No Date 041398 Apr 13 1998 Eleminate Erratic Boom movement which utilize the joystick operated proportional valve system Procedures to eliminate erratic boom operation caused by microwave interference from customer installed two way radios There have been some scattered reports in regards to erratic or unexpected movement of one or more of the proportionally controlled boom functions of the joystick control system during the operation of the customer installed two way radios Specifically the Swing Liftor Dipper functions may operate at a speed of one foot of movement every 10 to 20 seconds depending on the function and direction when the radio microphone is keyed Research and experiments with machines in the field has revealed that this phenomenon is the reception of the signal transmitted by the radio passing through the variable controls of the boom control system Specifically the wire harness of the control system acts much like a receiving an
20. the Filter Kit Kit P N 02977366 for the Machete Unit When to Change Filter Inspect the visual indicator when the system is operating at normal operating temperature and under normal flow conditions When red starts to enter the indicator window change the element This will occur prior to bypass by the filter Element Service Procedure 1 Shut System down a disable tractor so it cannot be started Let Oil cool to a safe temperature 2 Place a suitable container under the filter to catch any spillage 3 Unscrew the filter bowl using the wrench flats at the bottom of bowl Remove the bowl and drain the oil into the container Pull the element P N 02976067 off the adapter an discard it Remove the head to bowl seal and discard Clean the seal area with a lint free cloth Install the new seals as shown taking care not to cut the new seals Install the new element onto the element adapter boss Thoroughly clean the filter bowl and fill approximately one half full with clean oil Screw the Bowl onto the head Torque the bowl to 30 ft Ibs Operate the system to expel any trapped air and check for leaks 0 Check and fill the tractor oil level as reguired qe O ONO This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 40 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 041001 2 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Te
21. the new boss The purpose of this snap ring is to keep the pivot pin from dropping out the bottom if the retaining bolt breaks or comes out MACHETE Continued Next Page 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 22 Service Bulletin 991012 Continued from previous Page 9 Remove Supporting Hoist and all Jacks Check to make certain Retaining Bolt Nut is tightened Snap ring is installed and seated into groove Start and Test movement of Boom trough the Swing functions to make sure it move freely and is not binding Parts Required order Kit 02975672 Part No 02975672 63096300 Snap Ring e Qty Description 1 Turning Arm Update Kit 1 Paint Spray Can Industrial Yellow Nut and Bolt Boss w Snap Ring Groove Figure 1 Turning Arm Pin COLO EA 1 2 Steel Plate Hydraulic Jack Figure 3 P N 02975672 Kit includes these items Part No 02956765 00015800 02975430 02975429 Figure 4 SERVICE BULLETIN No 991012 Qty 4 1 1 1 Description Bolt Nut Boss With Groove Snap Ring Groove Turning Arm Pin Main Frame Turning Arm Retaining Bolt Turning Arm Pin Main Frame Turning Arm Retaining Bolt Existing Boss Grooved Boss 1 2 Steel Plate Hydraulic Jack Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Wa
22. 1 This pulley must be changed to the tapered lock solid cast pulley as shown to allow adaptation of the required front pump drive system used to power the Alamo Industrial products See Figure 2 To change the pulley Remove the original pulley retaining bolt shouldered washer and pulley See Figure 1 Clean nose of Crankshaft using LOCKTITE number 7649 clean and cure primer Place a light layer 2 mm to 3 mm 079 118 in of LOCKTITE brand adhesive number 680 TY15969 to the leading edge of the crankshaft nose Install the replacement pulley P N 02979857 If any paint inside of pulley it needs to be removed Make certain to align the pulley with crankshaft install pulley See Pulley Figure 3 Do not hammer on Vibration Damper Pulley it must be handled in a way that avoids impact damage Make certain that you installed the Locktite primer and adhesive as described in previous step before you installed the pulley this is very important MACHETE Continued Next Page 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 46 Information Bulletin 041503 Continued from previous Page Install the new retaining washer PN 02979829 so that it fits flat against the pulley The original factory washer will not be used See Figure 4 Use the original Factory Pulley retaining Bolt See Figure 1 Driveshaft Side of Pulley Engine Side of Pulley Replacement a en 02979829 Install the original factory retaining bolt and torque to John Deere Specific
23. 1100 2 Flatwasher 00015800 1 Locknut 63096300 1 Paint Spray Can Industrial Yellow Figure 1 The above parts will have to be ordered separately they do not come in a kit MACHETE Continued Next Page 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 6 Service Bulletin 962503 1 Continued from previous Page Be carefull not to weld to skid shoe Figure 2 SERVICE BULLETIN No 962503 1 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 7 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 962503 2 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers S N MB21 01001 to 01015 8 PT002 S N MB24 01001 to 01012 amp PT002 Bulletin No Date 962503 2 Old 960002 Mar 25 1996 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 2 0 hr at Dealer registered No Returnable Parts Oct 1 1996 Shop Rate involved Lower Crossmember Kit Installation Subject Install lower frame rail crossmember kit to reduce frame rail deflection and movement Service Required 1 Install Crossmember between frame rails under tractor and aligned with the upright section of frame rails as shown in
24. 205 Adapter Wire Harness 02970224 Insert Instruction Sheet This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 9 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 032596 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom MB21 3 MB24 Bulletin No Date 032596 Mar 25 1996 New Seal Protector Added to Blade Bar Assembly Afew machines have experienced operational problems such as failure ofthe blade bar to rotate when the mower is engaged or a slight loss of power at the blades Sometimes it is assumed that the spindle has seized and the spindle is replaced without investigating further The problem is usually found to be that the spindle end cap cover is binding on the spindle housing creating sufficient drag on the shaft to result inthe symptoms described above This condition is a result of material Vines Wire etc wrapping around the cover and forcing it to contact and drag against the spindle housing causing no damage to internal components of the spindle A new seal protector has been designed to aid in preventing material from wrapping aroundthe seal cover area While nothing can completely prevent material from getting to the seal cover the new seal protector should greatly reduce the probability of spindle seizures due to these causes If a machine is operating or
25. 228B 084349B 084350B 084352B 084359B 084476B 084549B 084550B 084570B 084571B 084599B 084627B 084629B 084632B 084633B 084635B 084636B 084647B 084648B 084652B 084661B 084800B 084850B 084964B 084966B 084967B 085607B 086462B 086470B 086471B 086472B 086503B 086504B 086505B 086589B 086648B 086649B Model T6640 084230B 084351B 084411B 084412B 084526B 084529B 084816B 084818B 084832B 084833B 084834B 084847B 084849B 084963B 084965B 086484B 086485B 086486B 086487B 086488B Service Required See New Holland Service Campaign 399 for Service details Parts Required See New Holland Service Campaign 399 for Parts requirements Special Note This Service Bulletin does not authorize any repairs on behalf of Alamo Industrial its strictly to inform you of New Holland Service Campaign 399 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 20 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 991911 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All New Holland TS Tractors w Cabs 8 S N less than 115012B date code 8L18 plus All New Holland TS Tractors with or without Cab amp S N less than 110026B date code 8j09 Bulletin No
26. 797 2 Apr 17 1997 Cyl Mount Pin Replacement Service Bulletin 970001A Mar 19 1997 Turning Arm King Pin Replacement Service Bulletin 970002A Mar 21 1997 Hinge Pin Replacement Service Bulletin 970004A Apr 14 1997 Lift amp Dipper drop Restrictors Therefore if a Machete mower manufactured with in a serial number within the above listed range still requires the above listed updates all the necessary parts can be obtained by ordering the above listed single kit number 02973216 Complete instructions will be sent along with the parts in addition to the instructions in the individual Bulletins Likewise If individual kits are necessary they can be ordered using the individual kit numbers as listed in the above bulletins DO NOT order the above listed Kit P N 02973216 ifsome updates have been done and some haven t because you will end up with more paris than needed Do not make any repairs or order any parts until you have reviewed all the above listed Bulletins concerning these updates This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 28 NOTES MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 29 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 120697 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models MacheteBoom MB21 8 MB24 Bulletin No Date 120697 Dec 6 1997 Lock Valve Installation Instructions Instr
27. 974739 Machete 2 WD kit No 02974351 4 WD Kit No 02974741 NOTE Claims for compensa tion for warrantable repairs should be filed in accordance with the Alamo In dustrialwarranty Guide procedures This Bulletin does not authorized warranty repairs for this procedure Existing Mount Tubes This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 33 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 031000 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Models mounted on New Holland TS Series Tractors Bulletin No Date 031000 Mar 10 2000 New Holland TS Series Fuel Filter New Holland ships TS100 Tractors to Alamo Industrial with a 87801634 fuel filter installed New Holland has circulated a service bulletin stating that a longer or taller filter is the replacement part for the fuel filter and the filter should be changed at the recommended time Alamo Industrial TS Series mount kit components will interfere with the longer taller filters Please continue using the 87801634 filter when replacing the fuel filter on the TS Series tractors equipped with the Alamo Industrial products Alamo Industrial attachments do not stress or Work the tractor engines in a manner that would be considered extreme service The part 87801434 fuel filter will provide adequate protection when the engine of a TS
28. ACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 42 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 101802 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Machete A Boom Versa Rear Mount Slopemower e i i Bulletin No Date Brahma EKII Hydro 60 Hydro 72 amp Hydro 15 ulletin No All Hydraulic powered Rotary Mower heads that utilize the 101802 Oct 18 2002 02960553B 02960553C and 02968859A Spindle Assemblies 7 Spindle Bearing Lubrication Update Normal maintenance of the 02960553B 02960553C and 02968859A Spindle assemblies has included the addition of NLGI 000 grease to provide proper lubrication of the bearing assemblies Due to repeated customer requests this lubrication requirement has been changed to NLGI EP 2 Lithium Wheel Bearing Grease Implementation of this grease will allow Spindle Assembly Vent improved lubrication especially to the top bearing Plug as well as substantial improvement of the daily FY maintenance reguirements ALR P A gL A Conversion N KZ SN Grease 1 Remove the existing fill plug from the i d spindle housing and discard it this is the added lower plug in figure 1 2 Install a standard 1 4 fine thread grease zert into the fill plug port as shown in figure 1 Figure 1 Remove the Vent plug Top plug in figure 1 Fill the housing with NLGI EP 2 Lithium Grease or equivalent from a standard
29. Floor Ground Make certain that all hydraulic pressure is relieved from the system this will need to be done manually at the valve See Machete Service Manual for this procedure 4 Support Boom with a hoist as shown in the operators manual and or service manual before beginning work on retaining pin o From the under side use a 1 2 thick steel plate and a hydraulic Jack up under turning arm pin to prevent the pin from falling out when the retaining bolt is removed Remove the 3 8 retaining bolt and drill the hole out to a 1 2 hole so you can install the 1 2 Retaining Bolt See Figure 3 6 With the new 1 2 retaining bolt installed do not remove or lower Jack without retaining Bolt installed lower the supporting hydraulic Jack and 1 2 steel plate but do not remove it See Figure 3 v Install the new Grooved Snap Ring Boss up under the existing Boss that is welded to the turning arm Making certain that the OD of new boss is aligned with the OD of the old one if it is not alignedthe ID of the boss s will not be aligned and Pin cannot pass through it Using the 1 2 steel plate and the hydraulic jack raise jack till there is enough pressure on new boss to hold it straight and aligned with the existing one Do Not apply so much pressure that you distort the new boss See Figure 4 8 Weld the new Snap Ring Grooved Boss to the existing boss Lower the Plate and Hydraulic Jack to remove them Install the New Snap Ring into the groove of
30. GHT AND SWITCH OFF MEASURE THIS GAP IF ANY MOUNT PLATE IF GAP EXIST INSTALL WASHERS OR SHIMS TO EQUAL GAP MEASURED IN STEP 3 il MOUNTPLATE KNOB SHOULD LIGHTLY CONTACT NUT WHEN PROPERLY ADJUSTED MOUNT PLATE TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 092895 Contact Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 Ph 830 372 2708 Fax 830 372 9603 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 5 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 121495 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Axe Versa Boom A Boom Slopemower Bulletin No Date amp Rear Mount Booms 121495 Dec 14 1995 Repair Procedure for Welding Cracks in Boom Heads If cracks appear in the welds at points A as shown above use the following procedures to repair head Parts Needed Part No Qty Description 02970111 2 90 Gusset 02970112 4 48 Gusset Welding Procedure 1 Grind a groove at the site of the crack and clean the area to be welded 2 Weld the crack making a 100 weld 3 After repairing the cracks prepare the sites for installation of the gussets 4 Position the reinforcing bar gusset part no 02970111 if 90 or part no 02970112 if 48 over the X Bar as shown in drawing next page Weld with a 1 4 fillet we
31. IAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 971404 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers Bulletin No Date 971404 Old 970004A Apr 14 1997 Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 1 5 hrs at Dealer registered No Returnable Parts Oct 1 1997 involved Restrictor Installation Lift amp Dipper Cylinder Function Subject Lift and or dipper functions drop to fast When both functions are combined sudden drop may occur Install one way restrictors in the dipper cylinder rod end port and the tilt cylinder barrel end port of the control valve to prevent the sudden drop of the boom and damage to the boom and frame Service Required 1 Remove the cover from the control valve clean the control valve of all debris to prevent contamination from entering system Make certain that Boom is lower with head resting on the floor Make certain that all pressure is relieved from the system and all hoses 2 Remove and plug the hose from the rod end of the dipper cylinder Blue Tag at the valve Remove the adapter from the valve 3 Install the new adapter 02972159 orifice plate and old adapter as shown in figure 1 Be certain that the groove in the orifice plate is installed as shown Perform the same procedure to the barrel end of the lift cylinder valve port Orange and White Tag 4 Reassemble the machine and clean any spilled oil Test f
32. INFORMATION BULLETIN No 012095 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Boom Mowers using Flail Axe Head Bulletin No Date 012095 Jan 20 1995 Pulley Fastening to Cutter Shaft of Flail Axe Head Subject A new method has been devised to secure the pulley to the cuttershaft A new pulley P N 02968712 and a GD Pulley Hub P N 00724670 has replaced the old pulley with setscrew washer lockwasher and bolt The new pulley and hub are akeved taper lock design which will provide a better fit and longer service life for the shaft Hub P N 00724670 Pulley P N 02968712 Figure 1 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 2 NOTES MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 3 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 092895 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models l l Bulletin No Date All Hydraulic mowers using the 02964028 Push Pull Switch 092895 Sep 28 1995 Failures of the mower push pull switch Alamo has recently received reports of failures of the referenced switch The failures modes are a Knob pulls off rod b Rod and Knob pulls out of switch body Test performed on numerous switches indicates that the b failures are due to excessive force being applied to the knob when
33. No 011304 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Machete Boom Brahma amp A Boom Bulletin No Date Mounted on New Holland TS Series Tractors 011304 Jan 13 2004 Driveline Update Kit Alamo Industrial has designed anew Driveline upgrade kitfor units mounted onthe New Holland TS Series Tractor This kit will include all component required to install driveline and pump mount weldment Some models the Hoses will have to be changed as well as the tank rail weldments and some will not have these changed Always check the Insert Sheet that pertains to the model that the kit is ordered for The Machete will need the Cylinder hoses changed the Brahma will not need any hoses replaced the A Boom needs only the Suction Hose replaced The Machete and Brahma needs the tank rail weldments replaced and the A Boom will not the A Boom will use the same tank rail weldments Use the existing hardware to install new Tank Rails Kits willinclude Driveline Pump Mount Pump Mount Cover Required Hardware nuts Bolts washers and Insert Sheet with mounting instructions Kit may include hoses and tank rail weldments depending on model Use only the instruction Insert Sheet that is included with kit as all kits do not have the same paris Kits Available Model Kit P N Insert Sheet Machete Boom 02980404 02980638 Brahma 02980631 02980639 A B
34. Oct 21 2003 Lexan Polycarbonate Shield Upgrade Kit P N 02980005 field Install Alamo Industrial has designed a Lexan Polycarbonate Shield that will install on the expanded metal screen currently used on the Non Cab models This is a retro fit kitthat is designed to be customer installed over the expanded metal screen The Lexan Sheets will require trimming and the Holes will have to be drilled in the Lexan sheets as well as through the existing expanded metal screen frame Recommended Tools Jig Saw or Circular Saw hand held or table eguipped with plastic cutting blade Electric Hand Drill preferably a variable Speed Drill 3 8 and 1 4 High Speed Steel Drill Bit Drill bit should be sharp and in good condition Measuring Tape or other measuring device Hand Wrenches for tightening Bolts do not use air tools to tighten bolts Straight edge and marker that will write on Lexan DARON Lexan Shield Kit Components Retro Fit Kit P N 02980005 includes PartNo Qty Description Part No Qty Description 02980003 1 Lexan Sheet Upper 02970004 1 Lexan Sheet Lower 0461600 20 Bolt Hex Head 1 4 20 00024100 20 Flatwasher Std 1 4 02980068 20 Fender Washer 1 4 32901C 20 Locknut 1 4 20 Protection of Lexan Sheets 1 Do not remove protective sheet Paper from the Lexan Sheet This will protect it while you are working with it You can drill through this protective sheet as well as cut through it 2 There are two L
35. TE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 13 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 010397 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom MB21 amp MB24 Bulletin No Date Cracks in Main Frame There have been some cracks in the main frame of some machete mowers If a crack should develop See Figure 1 use the following procedure to make repairs untill a permanent repair is developed NOTE This repair will aloow the machine to continue operating while a long term correction for the problem is being developed 1 Grind out old weld crack and weld the crack Do not use an exces sive high repair weld as you will need to grind repair weld down smooth 2 Prepare a piece of 1 2 X 6 HRFB cut to length See Figure 2 The bottom should rest against the King Post frame and the top should be with in 2 of the top of the frame this will determine the height of the repair plate See Figure 3 Bevelthe bottom side of the plate that is towards the frame to allow for the old weld This will be evedent if you test fit the repair plate 3 Place the stiffener repair plate against the vertical memeber of frame as shown in figure 3 and tack weld into position Make sure repair plate is flat against the frame MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 010397 Jan 3 1997 Crack develops here Figure 1 E Taperthe Top Bevel the side towards f
36. Turning Arm King Pin Replacement Kit See Service Bulletin No 970008A PartNo Qty Description 02972211 1 Turning Arm King Post Replacement Kit Lift Dipper and Head Tilt Drop Restrictions See Service Bulletin No 970004A amp 960009 PartNo Qty Description PartNo Qty Description 02972159 3 Straight Adapters 02969398 3 055 Orifice Plates This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 27 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 112097 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete MB21 S N 01001 01108 i Date amp MB24 S N 01001 01045 ME NOS j Sata 112097 Nov 20 1997 Update Kits Combined Kit P N 02973216 Includes Hitch Post Kit Cyl Pin Kits Hinge Pin Kit Turning Arm Pin Kit and Lift 8 Dipper Drop Restrictors Confusion regarding parts to necessitate the update of the MB21 amp MB24 foot Machete mowers has required that all of the parts required for the update be located under one single Kit number in order to ensure that all ofthe new designed parts are installed The parts delivered under this new Kitnumber will include all of the parts necessary to fulfill the requirements of the following Service and Technical information Bulletins Technical Information Bulletin 041797 1 Apr 17 1997 Hitch Post Replacement Technical Information Bulletin 041
37. aler Net 2 5 hrs at Dealer registered Hold All Parts for Return Sep 28 2001 under Warranty Policy Buzz Bar Head Motor Coupler Re Design Subject Failures of the Motor to drive spindle molded coupler require inspection of the drive system and possible replacement of the coupler parts Service Required The Buzz bar drive system must be updated to the new molded rubber coupling design prior to the implementation of this Service Bulletin Refer to Technical Information Bulletin 041101 is related to this Service Bulletin The drive system will require inspection and possible replacement to ensure proper alignment with the drive sheave There has been a design change to the drive coupler assembly for the Buzz bar Cutting Head If a flexible coupler Alamo Industrial P N 02974245 for Machete or P N 02974246 for A Boom amp Slopemower are ordered they will be a different design The new flexible coupler design will be molded rubber with metal inserts The new molded rubber version will directly replace the machined design using the same part number An installation drawing that describes the assembly in detail will be shippedifanewcoupler is ordered This bulletin is to inform you of the design change If there are further questions please contact Alamo Industrial s Technical Service Department Parts Required Flexible Couple Repair Kits Part No Gty Description 02974245 1 Flexible Coupler Repair Kit For Machete Models 02974246 1
38. amo Group Inc 1 14 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 040896 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Models using Single Acting Hydraulic Cylinder Bulletin No Date 040896 Apr 8 1996 Oil Leaking from new single Acting Hydraulic Cylinders There have been numerous cases of the dealers and customers replacing single acting hydraulic cylinders on new machines due to oil leakage out of the vent plug in the cylinder In many of these instances no defect could be found in the cylinders Further investigation has revealed that he manufacture of our cylinders is leaving oil in the cylinders after their testing The Oil is left to help protect the interior of the cylinders during storage When the cylinders are fully actuated they are forcing this oil out the vent plug causing what appears to be a leaking cylinder through the vent plug Even the oil is cleaned off the cylinder after testing there is enough oil still inside the cylinder to bleed out when used If you have a New Cylinder that appears to be leaking from the vent plug The oil should be cleaned off and unit ran for a few days to a week to determine if the Cylinder is leaking or if it is the oil that was left in the cylinder to protect it It has been found that in some cases it has taken as much as aweek for this to appear that it is not leaking If after running and cycling the cyli
39. arts Required Existin Orifie Plate ee Part No Qty Description P N 02969398 apte Note orientation TM 02969400 1 Straight Adapter Ro kane Ria New Adapter 02969398 1 Orifice Plate 055 P P N 02969400 Notch away from See Operators manual or Service Manual Valve for Port locations on valve if needed Figure 1 To Valve Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc Did INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 971903 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers Bulletin No Date Manufactured prior to Mar 1997 971903 Old 970001A Mar 19 1997 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 2 5 hrs at Dealer registered Hold any removed parts Sep 1 1997 Shop Rate for warranty decision Turning Arm King Pin Upgrades Subject Boom Hinge Point Pin Upgrades These repairs are covered in detail on Technical Information Bulletins 041797 1 and 041797 2 These Technical Information Bulletins must be consulted for detailed instructions for performing the following repairs Also use Instruction Sheet that will be include
40. ations 500 N m 369 ft Ibs Check John Deere Service instructions for to asure proper Torque of Crankshaft Pulley Retaining Bolt has not changed See Figure 1 for original Bolt Pulley retaing bolt must be dipped in clean SAE30 oil before installing bolt Install Pulley Adapter The new Pulley adapter Part 02979790 to be used with Replacement Pulley Part 02979857 is a round plate with 4 threaded holes and four non threaded holes in it Notice this pulley adapter will not have a center hole in it The Pulley retaining bolt must be tightened before this adapter is installed because you will not be able to get to the Pulley retaining Bolt after it is installed The Non threaded holes are used to mount the Adapter to the Pulley using bolts 02979791 10mm 1 5 P X 35mm Gr 10 9 amp Lockwasher 00755954 10 mm LOCKTITE is a registered trademark of Locktite Corp TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 041503 Contact Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 Ph 830 372 2708 Fax 830 372 9603 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 47 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 102103 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Non Cab Models with Expanded Metal Side Screens Bulletin No Date Retro Fit Kit P N 02980005 102103
41. c region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates NOTE The printing of this Service Bulletin on Oct 22 2003 will void any previous versions of this bulletin number MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 13 PIR SERVICE BULLETIN No 972103 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers Bulletin No Date Manufactured prior to Mar 1997 972103 Old 970002A Mar 21 1997 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 2 5 hrs at Dealer registered Hold any removed parts Sep 1 1997 Shop Rate for warranty decision Boom Hinge Point Pin Upgrades Subject Boom Hinge Point Pin Upgrades These repairs are covered in detail on Technical Information Bulletins 041797 1 and 041 797 2 These Technical Information Bulletins must be consulted for detailed instructions for performing the following repairs Also use Instruction Sheet that will be included with the Pin Kits Service Required k See Technical Information Bulletins 041797 1 and 041797 2 for detailed instructions on how to perform these modifications 2 Caution must always be used when installing new bushing and when aligning the pins Do Not try to align the pins by hitting it with a hammer See operators manual for correct way to align pins and install bushings It is recommended that bushings be installed with a bushi
42. ct to wiring harness test for proper operation Parts Required Part No Qty Description 02969819 1 Joystick Controller See Operators manual or Service Manual for Wire Harness connections Figure 1 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 2 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 952911 1 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers S N MB21 01002 01003 01004 01006 01007 01008 S N MB24 PT002 through 01007 Bulletin No Date 952911 1 Old 950014 Nov 29 1995 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 0 7 hr at Dealer registered No Returnable Parts May 1 1996 Shop Rate involved Motor to Spindle Bolt Replacement Subject Replace motor to spindle bolts with longer bolts Original Bolts may notkeep Motor tightto spindle Service Reguired 1 Clean the head especially the area around the Motor and Spindle connection Remove the four bolts which attach the motor to the spindle Lift the motor off the spindle and place it to the side 2 Place a clean lint free rag over the bearings in the spindle to protect them
43. ctor oil level as required This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 37 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 012501 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers S N MB21 01572 amp Up Bulletin No Date S N MB21 01245 amp Up 012501 Jan 25 2001 Control Valve Relocation The 2001 Machete will reflect a change in the way some of the components are mounted to the tractor New Machete units received from the factory or assembled by dealer after S N MB21 01572 amp UP or MB24 01245 amp Up will have the control valve in a new location It will no longer be mounted on the frame The Control Valve will be located under the front pump cover in the front of the tractor This change was made to better protect the Valve and its components from debris and other possible damage Asyoucanseeinfigure 1 the valve is fastened to a plate that is mounted to the units hy draulic tank The Pressure Filter was relocated to a bracket on top of the tank Both the Pressure Filter and the Pump Filter are accessible and can be changed with minimal effort Sepaarate hose exstension were used to extendthe hose reachto the front of the tractor If a hose connec tion is not easily accessible then the valve and mounting plate can Control be unfastened an arranged
44. cy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 21 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 991012 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Bulletin No Date S N MB21 01001 to 01404 ae Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 3 8 hrs at Dealer registered Hold all Parts involved fo Jun 1 2000 Shop Rate Warranty Return Turning Arm Pin Update Kit P N 02974182 Subject Machete Boom Mower Turning Arm Main Pin Retaining Design Update to increase the durability of the main Pin retaining device Service Required la Secure the tractor to facilitate a safe repair Engine off Park brake on Key Secured amp etc You will need a Machete Operators Manual and a Machete Service Manual these are available from Alamo Industrial It is recommended that these manuals are on hand 2 This will require drilling to install a larger Retaining Bolt and welding to install the Snap Ring grooved boss See Figure 1 on the bottom of the Turning Arm Pin The Old retaining Bolt atthe bottom of the Pin is a 3 8 this will be removed and the hole will need to be drilled out to a 1 2 to accept the new larger bolt 3 Make sure thatthe Boom is out stretched andthe head is setting flat on the
45. d Clean all debris and Oil off of deck Clean the paint off around the area where the new flange will be welded 3 Place angles 02971946 amp 02972111 on rotary head as shown in Figure 2 and Figure 3 All measurements are to be taken from the edge of the 3 8 X 3 ribs running across the rotary head Continued Next Page MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 20 Information Bulletin 041797 1 Continued from previous Page 4 After aligning the Angles to Deck See Figure 2 tack weld them in place Recheck all measurements and alignments then weld in flanges in place 5 Clean all welds and area around welds remove weld EA ESG slag burnt paint and etc Re T paint complete area around i 24 1 16 center flanges to prevent rust d of hole to edge 6 Attach new Hitch Post dd ia I lt 12 1 16 center 02971928 to welded angles as Same 9 of hole to edge shown in Figure 3 using hard Ly Reference Ribs ware furnished with kit Install the zL F Lock nut on top of the Hitch post lt 14 9 16 center and the bolt heads down coming of hole to edge up through the flanges this will E give the maximum strength to the bolts and Hitch components T Reinstall Head to Boom by following cutting head removal amp install instructions in the Operators Parts manual If you do not have this manual it is recom mended you obtain one before proceeding with the reinstall of head Hitch Post Kit 02972231 includes
46. d Lower Cross Member Reinforcement Kit P N 02974182 Subject Support gussets have been added to the lower crossmember frame support Service Required 1 Secure the tractor to facilitate a safe repair Engine off Park brake on Key Secured 8 etc 2 Using the hardware provided line up the holes in the plates with the those in the tractor frame and attach the gusset plates to each side of the tractor over the lower crossmember as shown in the drawing provided with the kit NOTE The gusset is made at an exaggerated length to accommodate the possibility of varying distances between the crossmember and the tractor frame Some trimming of the gusset may be required 3 Utilize a continuous 1 4 weld to attach the bottom of the gusset to the lower crossmember between the two crossmember bolts on each side of the tractor as illustrated in figure 1 and in the assembly drawing provided with the kit Weld both sides of gusset 4 Torque the four mounting bolts that attach gussets to tractor frame to 300 ft Ibs 407 Nm 5 Clean the welded area and paint with high gloss Black paint Gusset Parts Required order Kit 402974182 02974181 Part No Qty Description 02974182 1 Support Gusset Kit P N 02974182 Kit includes Gusset Part No Qty Description 02974181 02974181 2 Rail Gusset 00000200 4 Nut 00003901 4 Lockwasher 02978600 4 Bolt 02977386 1 Instruction Drawing Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warrant
47. d to update a Machete Boom Mower to the current Pin Design In an effort to remedy some of the confusion which exists in regards to whatis required to update the Machete Boom Mowers the following list has been prepared If all the listed parts are installed in accordance with the related Service and Technical Bulletins along withthe instructions provided with each individual kit The mower will be updated to the way the current models are built Parts Required Main Pin Replacement Kit See Service Bulletin No 970002A PartNo Qty Description PartNo Qty Description 02967689 1 Pin Kit Main Pin at Turning Arm 02967693 1 Pin Kit Dipper to Lift Arm 02967687 1 Pin Kit Dipper to Hitch Post Cylinder Pin Kits See Technical Information Bulletin No 041797 2 PartNo Qty Description PartNo Qty Description 02967679 1 Pin Kit Lift Cyl Barrel End 02967677 1 Pin Kit Lift Cyl Rod End 02967683 1 Pin Kit Tilt Cyl Barrel End 02967681 1 Pin Kit Tilt Cyl Rod End 02967677 1 Pin Kit Dipper Cyl Barrel End 02967685 1 Pin Kit Dipper Cyl Rod End 02967679 1 Pin Kit Swing Cyl Barrel End 02967675 1 Pin Kit Swing Cyl Rod End 02967681 1 Pin Kit Hitch Post Link Arm to Dipper 02967694 1 Pin Kit Hitch Post Link Arm to Linkage Asy 02967691 1 Pin Kit Linkage Asy to Hitch Post 02968803 10 Pin Bushing Mower Head Hitch Post Replacement Kit See Technical Information Bulletin No 041797 1 PartNo Qty Description 02972231 1 Hitch Post Replacement Kit
48. d with the Pin Kits Service Required 1 See Technical Information Bulletins 041797 1 and 041 797 2 for detailed instructions on how to perform these modifications 2 Caution must always be used when installing new bushing and when aligning the pins Do Not try to align the pins by hitting it with a hammer See operators manual for correct way to align pins and install bushings It is recommended that bushings be installed with a bushing driver these Bushing drivers are available from Alamo Industrial See Technical Information Bulletin 032697 Parts Required Turning Arm King Pin Replacement Kits Qty use 1 each Part No Description 02972211 Turning Arm Kit 1 02967679 1 Lift Cyl Pin Kit Barrel End 02967675 1 Swing Cyl Pin Kit Rod End 02967689 1 Main Pin Replacement Note Instruction Sheet is included in Kit Check with Service Bulletin 972103 970002A and 971903 970001A as these service bulletins use some of the same parts and cover some of the same upgrades so when ordering parts for this service bulletin check so duplicate parts kits are notordered MACHETE Continued Next Page 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 12 Service Bulletin 971903 Continued from previous Page Figure 1 SERVICE BULLETIN No 971903 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specifi
49. der to ensure proper installation Existing Formed Gusset 1 4 Weld Position the New Stop so that it contacts the existing Formed Gusset Do Not Weld on this side Figure 1 Note Replaces Same as Bulletin No 060197A This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 24 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 061897 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete MB21 S N 01001 01071 03507 amp 02684 amp MB24 S N 01001 01040 amp 03459 Bulletin No Date 061897 Jun 18 1997 New Thick Blade Bar amp Larger Bolis Early October 1996 inorderto ensure an extended service life a new blade bar was introduced which featured larger blade bar leaf bolts from 7 8 to 1 1 4 and a thicker bottom leaf As a result longer mounting bolts from 3 1 2 to 4 are required to ensure adequate thread engagement into the spindle shaft When ordering a replacement blade bar using the original number the new blade bar design will automatically be sent However the 4 longer mounting bolts may not be included Therefore when ordering a replacement blade bar ensure that the proper length mounting bolts P N 02964861 which is a 4 Bolt are also replaced DO NOT attemptto mountthe new style blade bar using the old shorter bolts The best way is to always check the replac
50. e required decals if desired Parts Required MB21 8 MB24 use different Plates amp use 2 Plates per repair Part No Qty Description 02976655 2 Repair Plate MB21 Model NO O BRODIT 02976656 2 Repair Plate MB24 Model 63096300 1 Paint Spray Can Industrial Yellow 02968953 2 Figure 1 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 24 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 000510 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom i Date S N MB21 01360 to 01458 Bulletin No 000510 S N MB24 01190 amp 01209 Old amp 200006 Oct 5 2000 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 0 5 hrs at Dealer registered No Returnable Parts Dec 15 2000 Shop Rate involved Valve Pressure Filter Kit Subject A new filter kit P N 02976069 has been developed and must be installed to help prevent some contamination failures ofthe control valve system due to normal gear and brake wear within the tractor hydraulic system This new filter system has an indicator that will show when the filter is plugged see Technical Information Bulletin 032200 f
51. e required to refer to other manuals for more complete information this should be suggested in the Technical Information Bulletin 5 All Technical Information Bulletins printed in this Manual will void any previously printed Bulletins Any changes in these bulletins are the final version as of the date of this manual Section Two Service Bulletins 1 Service Bulletin No Service Bulletins are listed by Bulletin Number Date Example the oldest Bulletin will be listed first and the most recent bulletin will be listed last Bulletin No 021004 first amp second digits are the Year the third amp fourth digits are the day of the month and the fifth amp sixth digits are the month this means the bulletin was written on Apr 10 2002 If more than one bulletin was written on that day the a dash with a number will added example 1 2 etc 2 Repairs Service Bulletins are intended to authorize only the repairs listed on It to be made under warranty or any other circumstance unless specifically instructed to do so Parts This is the Rate at which compensation will be allowed under warranty for repair parts Labor This is the amount of labor hours that are allowed to make this repair under warranty Parts Disposition Service Bulletins listthe disposition of any parts that are removed during the repair If listed removed parts must be held awaiting return to factory if instructed to do so 6 Termination Date Service bulletins show a ter
52. els Machete Boom Mowers S N MB21 01002 01003 01004 01006 01007 01008 S N MB24 PT002 through 01007 Bulletin No Date 952911 2 Old 950013 Nov 29 1995 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 0 7 hr at Dealer registered Scrap old Parts May 1 1996 Shop Rate King Post Pin Replacement Longer Pins Subject Replace King Post Pins with new longer pins Service Required 1 Measure the length of the bottom king post pin this can be done without any disassembly 2 If Pin measurement is 5 1 4 to 5 3 8 this procedure will not be required 3 If measurement is 5 or less replace the pins according to the correct replacement procedure as outlined in the operators manual and or Service Manual 4 Boom must be flat on the floor and boom must be supported with a Hoist All Hydraulic pressure must be released for all cylinder See Machete service manual for this procedure 5 Remove the pis one at a time do not remove both pins at the same time and do not operate boom or tractor until these jobs are finished Install the new pin It may be required to move boom to align pins Moving boom can usually be done by using the hoist supporting the Boom 7 Do Not drive pins in with a Hammer to align pins This will damage the com ponent Parts Required Part No Qty Description 02966797 2 King Post Pin Figure 1 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty
53. ement bottom leaf thickness as compared to the bottom leaf that was removed If the replacement is thicker then the new longer bolts will be needed Another way to determine which one you have check the Leaf retaining bolt size Blade Leaf Bar Bolts Torque 1 1 4 bolts to 2000 ft Ibs 3 Blade Bar Mounting Bolts Torque to 400 ft lbs Figure 1 Note Replaces Same as Bulletin No 061897A This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 25 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 071797 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete MB21 S N 01001 01108 i Date amp MB24 S N 01001 01045 Bulletin No ate 071797 Jul 17 1997 Joystick Power Cut Off Switch A Joystick Supply Cut Off Switch Master Switch can be added to the Machete in order to eliminate the possibility of damage caused by the joystick moving while roading the machine overrough terrain Inadvertent movement of the controller can result in uncontrolled movement of the boom which may result in damage to the boom rest the tractor or other areas Parts needed Part No Qty Description 02964028 1 Push Pull Switch or a locally purchased switch Rossano ease 2 12 or 14 gauge wire butt connectors furnished by installer dn ala a a r 14 gauge wire cut to length preferably red wire furn
54. ent does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 32 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 020199 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Machete Boom MB21 amp MB24 i in No Date All A Boom Mowers utilizing the New Holland Bulletin No TS Series Tractors 020199 Feb 1 1999 Hood to Frame Interference on TS Series Tractors On some occasions it has been reported that the initial mount kit designs involving the installation of the current A Boom or Machete Boom mowers to New Holland TS90 100 or 110 tractors allowed the main frame cross over cooling tube to interfere with the movement of the hood This interference would not allow the hood to open to provide access to the required maintenance points of the tractor engine To compensate the hood was required to be completely removed to perform the required maintenance procedures A spacer kitwhich lifts the frame to provide clearance between the hood and the cross cooling tube enough to allow the hood to open to the first position is now available for all of the affected tractors The kit components should be installed per the instructions provided in the kit likewise all required hood components such as hinges shocks amp etc should also be installed Part Numbers required A Boom 2 WD kit No 02974715 4 WD kit No 02
55. ents available with such a parts breakdown tis Our intention to provide a better and more reliable service parts system This transition will better suit customer and provide more timely and efficient parts delivery This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 39 L RAMS TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 041001 1 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom MB21 01109 8 Down i Date MB24 01046 amp Down Bulletin No 041001 2 Apr 10 2001 Filter Kit to Update Control Valve System Kit P N 02977366 There is now available for purchase a filter kit for Machete units that utilize the Apitech valve The Apitech valve was the control valve used before the now current Danfoss valve You can differentiate the type valve in two ways The first is by serial number The Machete units PRE Date the following serial numbers utilize the Apitech Valve MB21 01109 amp Down MB24 01046 amp Down The second way is by visually inspecting the unit The Apitech valve will have electronic Solenoids on both the pressure and return sides of the valve as well as electronic connections on each solenoid The Danfoss Control Valve only has electronic connectors on one side Install the Filter as described by the Assembly Drawing Drawing P N 02977367 that you will receive when you order
56. es not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 18 NOTES MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 19 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 041797 1 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete MB21 amp MB24 Bulletin No Date 041797 1 Apr 17 1997 Hitch Post Replacement Kits Hitch Post replacement kits are now available for Machete Boom models MB21 amp MB24 The new design utilizes an 8 bolt flange design which reguires angle braces to be welded to the cutter head If you are experiencing problems with the original hitch post it could be replaced with the new design Install the new Hitch Post using the following procedure Important Any warranty repairs must be done in accordance with warranty policy and service bulletin SB No 970002A only Hitch Post Replacement Kits Qty use 1 each Part No Description 02972231 Hitch Post Kit 02967691 Pin Kit 02967687 Pin Kit 02972232 Instruction Sheet Note Instruction Sheet is included in Kit Repair Procedures 1 Remove Head from Boom by follow New 8 Bolt Flange ing cutting head removal 8 install instruc Hitch Post and Deck tions in the Operators Parts manual If you do Shown not have this manual it is recommended you Figure 1 obtain one before proceeding with this repair 2 Remove the old Hitch Post from the hea
57. et 1 0 hrs at Dealer registered Scrap Old Parts Aug 31 1997 Shop Rate Blade Bolt Inspection Recall Subject The Blade Bolt Nut Retaining Roll Pin Bore may be oversized and could allow the roll pin to become loose in the bore The loose roll pin could therfore allow the blade bolt Nut to loose torque Service Required U Visually inspect and check the fit of the roll pin If itis loose or has come loose replace the Blade Bolt Blade Bolt Nut and Roll Pin on the above listed serial numbered units 2 Torque the Blade Bolt to 600 ft Ibs before installing the new Roll Pin Parts Reguired Part No Qty Description 02782900 2 Blade Bolt 00020900 2 Nut 00023200 2 Roll Pin Figure 1 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 18 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 990303 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom mounted on JD 6000 2 amp 4 WD Bulletin No Date S N MB21 01001 to 01324 990303 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 4 8 hrs at Dealer registered No Returnable Paris Jul 31 1999 Shop Rate involve
58. exan Sheets sent an upper and a lower Identify these and mark them to designate front to rear inside to outside because once you cut to size to match the existing Expanded Metal Screen they cannot be turned around Cutting these is permanent Installation Procedure 3 Use the measuring tape to get the measurements around your existing Expanded Metal Screen and write them down Note there is an Upper and Lower section See Figure 1 4 Place the Lexan Sheets Upper and Lower Sheets on a clean work suface and transfer your measurements from step 1 to the the Lexan Sheets using a Pen or other marker RE CHECK your measurement and when certain they are correct Cut the sheets out to match your measurements Lightly sanding the cut edges will smooth them out and round the outer edge slightly helping to protect it Sheets should look like sheets in Figure 2 note the holes will not be drilled in them yet MACHETE Continued Next Page 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 48 Information Bulletin 102103 Continued from previous Page 5 Securely clamp the cut Lexan sheets onto the expanded metal screen aligning the outer edges this can be done upper or lower sheet first Using a 3 8 drill bit drill the mounting holes through the lexan sheetin a pattern as in Figure 2 When drilling the holes in the Lexan Sheet use the drill to mark the metal frame of the expanded metal screen on all the holes When all the holes are drilled into the lexan sheet and
59. ference of the hydraulic pipe clamps with the frame move the clamps to this new 25 distance Figure 1 If the parts on your unit are damaged loosen the six bolts that hold the three tubes Cut the bracket away from the boom Relocate the bracket on the boom so itclears the frame Weld in place and paint Tighten the six bolts Totaltime to perform this modification will be approximately 1 5 hours time or less If parts are required there is a kit that can be installed the Kit 02971938 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 16 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 031097 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete MB21 8 MB24 8 Brahma Side Mount models 031097 Mar 10 1997 Bulletin No Date Valve Block O Ring Replacement Kit available Valve Block A kit Kit 02972094 to replace Retaining Bolts the O Ring and Back up Rings which are located between the valve block and the motor housing on the piston motors 02977193 used on the Brahma rotary and Machete boom mounted cutters is available The Valve block must be re moved when the motor is replaced as it is attached to the support plate This causes an occasional failure ofthe seals Install O Rings and Back up Rings onthe valve block The High Pres sure Ports require an O Ring and Back up Ring
60. figure 1 2 Using large C Clamps clamp the crossmember uprigts to the frame rails The bolts in the crossmember will need to be loose when you do this the holes for these bolts are slotted 3 Weld the uprights of the cross member to the upright of the frame rail on both sides retighten the bolts in cross member Cleand welded are and repaint welded are and crossmember 2 Cans Spay Paint High Gloss Black Obtain Locally Parts Required Part No Qty Description 02970118 1 Frame Rail Support Kit Frame Rail RH Shown Frame Rail Support Kit P N 02970118 Weld Here both side and both frame rails Figure 1 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 8 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 962703 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers amp A Boom Mowers Bulletin No Date 962703 Old 960003 Mar 27 1996 Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 1 0 hr at Dealer registered No Returnable Parts Oct 1 1996 involved Frame Rail Reinforcement LH Frame Rail Subject Add Gusset to Left Frame rail of certain A Booms and
61. he correct installation Installation of the Filter Kit will greatly reduce the Visual incieatey Bypass r possibility of the occurrence of failures within the Machete O Ring control valve due to particulate contamination This con i tamination may result from poor maintenance of the tractor Filter Head hydraulic system or other hydraulic system performance characteristics or problems An indicator located on the top of the filter housing will indicate when the filter is bypassing thus requiring the replacement of the filter element The elementis a canister insertwhich is easily replaced by unscrewing the cannister In accordance with the published Warranty Policy Filter Bowl failures proven to be the result of contamination of the system oil due to poor maintenance performance or repair of the supply Tractor system will not be compensated Figure 1 under Alamo Industrial Warranty This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 35 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 080300 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Machete A Boom Versa Rear Mount Slopemower Brahma EKII Hydro 60 Hydro 72 amp Hydro 15 Bulletin No Date All Hydraulic powered Rotary Mower heads that utilize the PT 02960553B 02960553C and 02968859A Spindle Assemblies osa ug 3
62. his document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 23 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 060197 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete MB21 8 MB24 Bulletin No Date 060197 Jun 1 1997 Tilt Link Arm Stop Some Machete models may exhibit interference between the head tilt cylinder and the cutter motor support plate This can result in a bent head tilt cylinder rod a damaged cylinder gland cap or a damaged cutter motor housing In order to avoid possible damage a stop should be fabricated and installed which will limit the head tilt retraction before interference occurs A stop made from 1 2 X 2 1 4 HRFB X 6 1 2 long should be welded to head tilt link arm weldment as shown in figure 1 This will reguire welding and painting To locate the proper angle position of the new stop carefully retract the head until the cutter motor support plate and the head tilt cylinder has a clearance of 1 Use caution do not damage cylinder when retracting the head Place the new stop plate in the head tilt link weldment and lay it flat on the dipper arm Mark this position and weld the stop in place as shown in Figure 1 Itis important that the stop is installed so that it flatly contacts the dipper when retracted in order to avoid pointloading onthe boom Extend and retract the cylin
63. ination from be introduced to the hydraulic system Remove the port plug as shown in figure 1 and replace with new port plug P N 02983170 as shown in figure 2 Run and test mower for operation and hydraulic leaks Parts Required Part No Qty Description 02983177 1 Port Plug New Style Raised Button on Port Plug WW Remove and Replace Port y Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 30 INDUSTRIAL Machete Technical Information Bulletin and Service Bulletin Manual Manual P N 02980501 08 05 O 2005 Alamo Group Inc
64. ished by installer Procedure 1 Turn off the tractor ignition and remove the key disable tractor to where it can only be started when you want it started Set parking Brake 2 Find the RED Voltage supply wire which supplies electrical power to the Joystick 3 Locate a suitable mounting position within easy reach of the operator and run the two wires from the new switch to the red power supply wire Cutting the existing power supply wire connect the two butt connector from the switch to the cut power supply see drawing 4 Operate the machine to ensure that the joystick functions will not work when switch is OFF and will when switch is ON Hook terminal Connector Ground Black Tractor starter solenoid brown Butt connectors to tractor starter solenoid Master Switch Swing Joystick connector Plug ARA E E E A E EE E E E o N Supply Red 2 pin connector for pump solenoid Note Replaces Same as Bulletin No 071797A This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 26 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 100397 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete MB21 S N 01001 01108 i Date amp MB24 S N 01001 01045 Bulletin No Date 100397 Oct 3 1997 Cylinder Link Arm Turning Arm amp Hitch Post Pin Update Kit Parts Require
65. ive Spindle Motor Mount and Motor Coupler components on all Buzz Bar Head Attachments forthe Alamo Industrial Boom Models manufactured before Feb 2002 Parts Required Two Service Kits are available These are major Update Kits Part No Qty Description 02978335 1 Coupler Drive Asy Repair Kit For Machete Models 02978336 1 Coupler Drive Asy Repair Kit For All Other Models Kits above will include the required parts as well as the required Hardware The Kits will also include an Instruction Sheet P N 02978337 which has details on how to perform repairs Read these instruction sheets completely before beginning any repairs If any problems please contact Alamo Industrial Technical Service Department for further details NOTE This Service Bulletin Printed this date Oct 22 2003 will void any other version of this service bulletin printed prior to this date Termination date for this service Bulletin was May 20 2002 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 27 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 030702 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Rotary Heads using Blade Bolt No
66. ive Coupler Change Ica tl iii 1 43 10 18 02 Spindle Bearing Lubrication Change A a A 12 18 02 Hydraulic Oil Recommendation Change 021809 P 1 45 02 18 03 Warranty Repairs with Rebuilt Parts Change 041503 astas 1 46 04 15 03 John Deere 6000 Tier II Crankshaft Pulley Change TOO P 1 48 10 21 03 Lexan Shield Availability Non Cab Tractors o AA je 01 13 04 Driveline Update Kit 2005 Alamo Group Inc INDEX 1 INDEX Machete Section 2 Service Bulletins Bulletin No Old No Page Date nn v TTTTTTITTTE 951611 950011 DAP led 11 16 95 952911 1 950014 P eee 11 29 95 95291 1 2 950013 Z RR 11 29 95 962503 1 960001 2 o Sne 03 25 96 962503 2 960002 OB ssieenpieanss 03 25 96 962703 960003 Da 03 27 96 962310 960008 ZE Pe 10 23 96 960511 960009 a NA 11 05 96 971903 970001A 2 12 03 19 97 972103 970002A 2 14 03 21 97 971404 970004A 2 16 04 14 97 973107 970008A 2 17 07 31 97 970108 970009A 2 18 08 01 97 990303 990002A 2 19 03 03 99 992704 990003A 2 20 04 27 99 991911 990005A 2 21 11 19 99 991012 990005A 2 22 12 10 99 002908 200004
67. k Date Code and Part Number of blade bolt before performing any repairs as described in this Service Bulletin as not all Blade will have the same date code Only Blade bolts with 11 02 date code will be considered for warranty consideration Figure 1 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 28 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 050504 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models A Boom Rotary Heads HY15 HY60 MR60 Machete p ulletin No Date Rotary Heads Rear Mount Rotary Heads Versa Rotary Heads 050504 BA60 Heads May 5 2004 Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 1 hr at Dealer registered Hold All Parts for disposi Aug 5 2004 tion under Warranty Policy Blade Carrier Retaining Bolts Subject Due to the Possibility of Bolts that may not meet Alamo Industrial Standard being used in the production process all bolts that meet the Serial Number list below should be changed This will apply to bolts that were used at factory during assembly process This WILL NOT include Bolts that were used as replacement paris If you have a model
68. ld on the bottom and an edge weld on top DO NOT weld the ends 5 Clean and paint the area 6 Reassemble any parts that were removed Continued Next Page MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 6 Information Bulletin 121495 Continued from previous Page 48 Gusset 90 Gusset Note Do Not weld ends Ny TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 121495 Contact Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 Ph 830 372 2708 Fax 830 372 9603 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 7 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 010896 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Machete Boom Mowers Bulletin No Date 010896 Jan 8 1996 Trouble shooting improper operation of motor starting circuit The correct operation of the motor is for the operator to pull out the Main Motor Switch and then momentarily press the Motor Start Button the Motor will advance to full operating speed and will continue to run while the Main Motor Switch is in the OUT position If the harness is wired wrong the motor will start as soon as the Motor Start Switch is pulled out without pressing the Motor Start Button A B G Hold Pull Circuit Circuit ee The above illustration is the female connector of the motor wire harness Correcti
69. ll a battery disconnect switch in the negative cable which would allow the battery to be easily isolated These switches are available at most major tractor dealers USE CAUTION when installing any thing on battery cables disconnectthe positive cable before installing disconnect switch and make sure after switch is installed that it is OFF before reconnecting Positive Cable ATTENTION BATTERY CARE Your new Tractor has electronics which cause a very small electrical demand on the battery If the tractor in not in use for an extended period disconnect battery to avoid damage by excessive discharge Recharge Battery if voltage is less than 12 3V S G less than 1 140 Lataa Akku uudelleen jos jannite on alle 12 3V ominaispaino alle 1 140 Ricaricare la batteria se il voltaggio e inferiore a 12 3V G S inferiore a 1 140 Batteria recarregavel se a voltagem for inferior a 12 3V Gravidade especifca inferior a 1 140 Laddt de batterijweer op wanneer de voltage lager is dan 12 3V S G Minder dan 1 140 Recharger la batterie si la tension est inferieure a 12 3V Densite inferieure a 1 140 Batterie wieder aufladen wenn spanning unter 12 3V Spez gewicht unter 1 1 40 IST Recarcar la bateria si el voltage es inferior a 12 3V S G inferior a 1 1 40 Batteriet ma lades opp hvis spenningen er mindre enn 12 3V Spesifikk vekt under 1 1 40 Part No 82001815 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHE
70. marked into the metal frame remove the clamps and the lexan sheet 6 Using a 1 4 Bit drill the holes into the frame of the expanded metal screen with the Lexan removed Note you drilled 3 8 holes in the Lexan and 1 4 holes in the frame work This is so that the Lexan will not have a binding fit 7 Install the Bolts as shown in Figure 3 1 st bolt through frame 2 nd install the fender washer 3 rd remove the protective cover sheet from the inner side and install the Lexan sheet 4 th install the Flatwasher 5 th start the Locknuts onto the bolts but do not tighten them 8 Once all the bolts washers and nut are installed begin to tighten them DO NOT over tighten these Locknuts and put the Lexan sheet in a bind which will crack it Tighten the Nuts evenly and only snug them so the Lexan sheet will not move Do this with the upper and lower Sheet Then remove the protective cover from the outside of the sheet Upper Lower O E Expanded Figure 1 Metal Screen Fender Washer Expanded l Metal Lexan Shield Screen Flatwasher Locknut Bolt Lower Lexan Sheet Bolt Lexan Shield to Expanded Metal Screen l Cut Lexan Figure 2 Shields Figure 3 TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 102103 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 49 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN
71. mination date this is the date that the Bulletin will be discontinued Any repairs must be made and all warranty applications filed by the listed date 7 All Service Bulletins printed in this Manual will void any previously printed Bulletins Any changes in these bulletins are the final version as of the date of this manual gew 2005 Alamo Group Inc INDEX Machete Section 1 Technical Information Bulletins Bulletin No Old No Page Date Description nn F aaan Information Bulletins Introduction 012095 AA 01 20 95 Flail Axe Head Pulley Fastener Change 092895 triada PA SPV 09 28 95 Push Pull Switch Adjusting PA A e 12 14 95 Repair Cracks in Deck Rotary Head 010896 isis aid WB csscaebaerisees 01 08 96 Motor Start Switch Circuit D205 9G visiinnssseisgeutatenguazin ec R 02 05 96 New Piston Pump Control Change OS iaa a P 03 25 96 Blade Bar Seal Protector Rotary Head 8068 a irrien ieies Bin 04 08 96 Oil Leaking from New Hydraulic Cylinders A A 1 13 04 29 96 New Holland Tractor Dead Battery Problem OLOS Taiana A 01 03 97 Crack in Main Frames Stiffener Installation As Tingenes o EE 01 20 97 Tube Clamp Location Modification AS O osea idas 03 10 97 Valve Block to Motor O Ring Kit 032697 032697A PV 03 26 97 Bushing Drivers Available 041797 1 041797A1 1 20 04 17 97 Hitch Post Re Design Update Kit 041797 2 041797A2 1 22
72. n damage to the frame Pin and Arm Service Required 1 Visually inspect the bushing location in the top king pin bore The bushing should be flush with the bottom of the bore 2 If the Bushing is in the proper place there will be no need to make this repair 3 If the busing appears to have moved downward in the bore refer to the King Pin bushing replacement section in the operators manual Service Manual for the proper procedure to support the boom while removing it The turning arm and boom will need to be removed Using Locktite Brand 271 adhesive Purchased Locally Install new bushings in the upper and lower Pin holes Use proper Drivers when installing busings Parts Required Part No Qty Description 02968804 2 King Pin Bushing EEEE 1 Locktite Brand 271 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 17 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 970108 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Bulletin No Date MR 60 Rotary Heads S N 01039 8 Up 970108 Old 970009A Aug 1 1997 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer N
73. nder during operation and the cylinder continues to leak then the necessary repair should be performed Cylinders that are attracting dust around them is not considered to be leaking This dust collecting around them is considered normal All Cylinder that are returned as leaking will be pressure tested for leakage to determine the condition of the Cylinder and its components This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 12 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 042996 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All New Holland Tractors with Alamo Industrial Mounted Booms Bulletin No Date 042996 Apr 29 1996 Dead Batteries on New tractors There have been several reports recently of dealers receiving machines with dead batteries some of which could not be satisfactorily recharged Please see the attached copy of a tag which is coming with the new tractors The small electrical discharge being mentioned amounts to a constant drain on the battery Ifthe battery cable Post is left connected for a long enough time with the tractor inactive the battery willbecome sulfated permanently damaged and willnot accept a charge Sulfated batteries are not warranted through the battery manufacturer At present the only alternative to removing the battery cable would to be insta
74. ng driver these Bushing drivers are available from Alamo Industrial See Technical Information Bulletin 032697 Use Locktite 271 brand adhesive when installing new bushings 3 Install the top bushing flush with the bottom side and the bottom bushing flush with the top side this is because turning will have to go between lugs of frame Parts Required Hitch Post Replacement Kits Qty use 1 each Part No Description 02967689 Main Pin 02967693 Dipper to Lift Pin 02967687 02968803 Dipper to Hitch Post Pin Bushings Ooh Note Instruction Sheet is included in Kit Check with Service Bulletin 972103 9700024 and 971903 970001A as these service bulletins use some of the same parts and cover some of the same upgrades so when ordering parts for this service bulletin check so duplicate parts kits are not ordered MACHETE Continued Next Page 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 14 Service Bulletin 972103 Continued from previous Page Figure 1 SERVICE BULLETIN No 972103 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates NOTE The printing of this Service Bulletin on Oct 22 2003 will void any previous versions of this bulletin number MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 15 INDUSTR
75. o0M 02980636 02980640 LH Tank Rail Weldment Shown RH Tank Rail Weldment Not Shown Figure 1 Tank Rail Weldment MACHETE Continued Next Page O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 50 Information Bulletin 011304 Continued from previous Page Figure 2 Time Universal Joint engine Pulley Pump End Clamp Yoke Driveline Asy Pulley Spacer Bolts To Tractor Bolster Pump Mounting Bolts Use Existing Hardware Mounting Bolts N N Pump Design may vary with Model this design for Illustration only TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 011304 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 51 NOTES MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 52 SECTION 2 SERVICE BULLETINS This Book is divided into two Sections Section Two Service Bulletins 1 Service Bulletin No Service Bulletins are listed by Bulletin Number Date Example the oldest Bulletin will be listed first and the most recent bulletin will be listed last If more than one bulletin was written on that day the a dash with a number will added example 1 2 etc 2 Repairs Service Bulletins are intended to authorize only the repairs listed on It to be made under warranty or any other circumstance unless specifically instructed to do so 3 Parts This is the Rate at which compensation will be allowed under warranty for repair parts 4 Labor This is the amount of labor hours
76. om Movement may develope due to the joy stick controls Service Reguired 1 Operated Boom controls for the lift dipper and swing function The Cylinder speeds should be able to be controlled from very slow to fast without jerking or sudden stop 2 If lift dipper and swing function operates smoothly and speeds can be controlled No service will be required joystick is working correctly 3 If lift dipper or swing function do not operate smoothly itwill be necessary to replace the joystick control box Alamo Industrial through testing has found some joysticks were not properly adjusted from the factory The returned joysticks have been readjusted rebuilt and tested The rebuilt joystick will be used in this repair 4 Make certain the ignition switch is in the OFF position Remove the wiring harness from the bottom of the control box by unscrewing the connector Remove the mounting bolts from the bottom of the control box and remove the box 5 Install the replacement control box Joystick in the reverse order and test operate unit Parts Reguired Part No Gty Description 02969819RB 1 Joystick Controller See Operators manual or Service Manual for Wire Harness connections Figure 1 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with thi
77. or more detail Service Required Use the instructions provided with each kit to install the filter onto the control valve Parts Required Order Pressure Filter Kit P N 02976069 which includes Part No Oty Description Visual Indicater Bypass 02975187 1 Elbow O Ring 02976066 1 Filter Assembly 02976068 1 Instruction Sheet Filter Head 02976076 1 Elbow Above part are include in Kit P N 02976069 Note The new filter will mount on the Inlet pressure side of the control valve which is mounted on the right hand frame rail The hardware Elbows and instruction sheet are included Read these prior to beginning any repairs or modifications Always refer to Filter Bowl operators manual for safe procedures when working around equipment Back Up Ring Figure 1 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 25 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 010607 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom A Boom amp Slope Mower Models Bulletin No Date with Buzz Bar Head Option 010607 Old 200102 Jul 6 2001 Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at De
78. or operation by running through its cycle to remove any trapped air in system and inspect for leaks To Hose Parts Required I Existi Orifie Plate Part No Qty Description P N 02969398 apter 02972159 2 Straight Adapter Note orientation New Adapter 02969398 2 Orifice Plate 055 Of notch in plate P N 02972159 Notch away from See Operators manual or Service Manual Valve for Port locations on valve if needed Figure 4 To Valve Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 16 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 973107 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom S N MB21 01109 8 Up MB21 01001 to 01108 that have been updated S N MB24 01046 8 Up MB24 01001 to 01045 that have been updated Bulletin No Date 973107 Old 970008A Jul 31 1997 Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 3 5 hrs at Dealer registered Retain All parts for Nov 15 1997 Warranty Return Upper King Pin Bushing Slipping Subject It is possible that the upper King Pin Bushing may loose retention and work down from the bore This could result i
79. rame to clear old weld Figure 2 Continued Next Page Information Bulletin 010397 Continued from previous Page 4 Weld the plate as described in figure 3 5 After welding is complete clean weld and immeadiate area Paint the are around the repair and areound any area where the paint was damaged from making this repair 1 4 fillet weld across the top Stiffener plate 1 2 X 6 HRFB cut to fit as shown Skip weld up sides gt 1 4 fillet weld across E bottom and sides Figure 3 TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 010397 Contact Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 Ph 830 372 2708 Fax 830 372 9603 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 15 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 012097 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete MB21 amp MB24 Bulletin No Date 012097 Jan 20 1997 Interference between Tube Clamps and Main Frame It is possible that the boom hydraulic tube clamps may contact the main frame when boom is raised to its highest position This condition effects only machines with certain frames If you have a machine that has this interference problem use the procedures described in this bulletin to correct the problem See Figure 1 To prevent inter
80. rial Part No 00751758 One of the following equivalents can be used as they are equal to the Alamo Industrial TM recommended hydraulic Oil TEXACO Texaco Rando HDZ ISO 100 CHEVRON Chevron Machine Oil AW ISO 100 SHELL Shell TELLUS Plus Oil ISO 100 PENNZ PENNZBELL AW Hydraulic Oil ISO 100 MOBIL Mobil Hydraulic Oil AW 100 Code 58304 7 EXXON Exxon NUTO H ISO 100 CASTROL HD PARADEN 100 AW This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 44 Models INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 021802 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Bulletin No Date All Machete Boom Mower and All Brahma Side Mnt Mowers 021803 Feb 18 2003 WARRANTY REPAIRS Effective February 18 2003 Warranty repairs to the Machete electric over Hydraulic valves which require the complete replacement of the valve will be considered only with utilization of Rebuilt Valves To facilitate the Warranty replacement of these valves the following part numbers should be used Part No 02971378RB Closed Center Load Sense 5 Spool Valve Part No 02971379 RB Open Center Fixed Displacement 5 Spool Valve Warranty repairs to the Machete or Brahma Mowers which require the complete replacement of the Motor or Pump will be considered only with utilization of Rebuilt Paris
81. rmation Bulletins 1 Technical Information Bulletins Information Bulletins are listed by Bulletin Number Date Example the oldest Bulletin will be listed first and the most recent bulletin will be listed last Bulletin No 021002 first amp second digits are the month the third amp fourth digits are the day of the month and the fifth amp sixth digits are the year this means the bulletin was written on Feb 10 2002 If more than one bulletin was written on that day the a dash with a number will added example 1 2 etc 2 Authorize Repairs Technical Information Bulletins do not authorize any repairs to be made under warranty or any other circumstance unless specifically instructed to do so 3 Bulletin Reference Some Technical Information Bulletins will refer to the corresponding Service Bulletins for repairs and some are for information only 4 Bulletin Instructions Technical Information Bulletins should have all the instructions as to what you need but may not have all the information needed to make an installation complete In some cases it may be required to refer to other manuals for more complete information this should be suggested in the Technical Information Bulletin 5 All Technical Information Bulletins printed in this Manual will void any previously printed Bulletins Any changes in these bulletins are the final version as of the date of this manual MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc Ti INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL
82. rranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 23 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 002908 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Badia Ne o 002908 Old 200004 Aug 29 2000 S N MB21 01001 to 01514 S N MB24 01001 to 01235 Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 3 5 hrs at Dealer registered No Returnable Parts Dec 1 2000 involved Dipper Boom Reinforcement Plates Subject Loads and the resulting stress incurred during heavy to abusive operation of the Machete Boom may allow for fracture of the outer Dipper Boom atthe welds which attach the base end mount of the Head Tilt Cylinder Service Required All outer Dipper Booms should be reinforced with the correct Plates welded to both sides of the Boom Follow any and all safety instructions provided Operators Manual and Instruction Sheets Position the Boom so Boom arm is fully extended and mower head is resting on the ground Secure the Tractor turn off the engine engage Parking Brake and remove Tractor Key Use wire brushto remove the paint from the area to be welded under the head tilt cylinder mount Clamp correct plates to each side of the dipper arm under head tilt cyl mount See Figure 1 Weld the plate completely using 7018 rod or equivalent y Let cool clean and paint Reinstall th
83. rrier INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 083005 1 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 379 1480 Models All Machetes except on TV140 amp 9030 Tractor Bulletin No Date Shipped Between Mar 1 2005 and Aug 19 2005 083005 1 All Brahmas Aug 30 2005 Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 0 5 hr At dealers Register Scrap No Parts to Return Nov 30 2005 Shop Rate Port Plug Update Subject On Machete and Brahma pumps utilizing the new design Servo Solenoid Valve assembly An incor rect port plug was installed in the port next to the solenoid Valve This incorrect port plug does not allow oil trapped on the back side of the servo piston to escape to tank resulting in incomplete shifting of the servo piston and thus incomplete stroke of the pump causing a notice able decrease in blade speed and performance Pumps thatneed updating can be externally identified by the wire exit direction on the solenoid coil a rectangular wire connection point on the solenoid coil and a raised button on the port plug as shown in figure 1 Once the plug is removed from the manifold the incorrect plug can be identified by the secondary sealing surface and extended length as shown in figure 2 Service Instructions Secure the tractor to facilitate safe repair Thor oughly clean the top ofthe pump and aroundthe port plug and solenoid valve to prevent contam
84. s service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 10 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 960511 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers Bulletin No Date 960511 Old 960009 Nov 5 1996 Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 1 0 hrs at Dealer registered No Returnable Parts Feb 1 1997 Shop Rate involved Restrictor Installation Tilt Cylinder Function Subject Cutting Head Tilt function drops too fast Install one way restrictor in tilt circuit to reduce the lowering speed of the tilt function Service Required 1 Remove the cover from the control valve clean the control valve of all debris to prevent contamination from entering system Make certain that Boom is lower with head resting on the floor Make certain that all pressure is relieved from the system and all hoses Z Remove and plug the hose from the rod end of the tilt cylinder Red Tag at the valve Remove the adapter from the valve 3 Install the new adapter 02969400 orifice plate and old adapter as shown in figure 1 Be certain thatthe groove in the orifice plate is installed as shown The Groove should be away from valve 4 Reassemble the machine and clean any spilled oil Test for operation by running through its cycle to remove any trapped air in system and inspect for leaks To Hose P
85. shutting off the mower Specifically the knobs are usually roughly slapped to turn the mower off After internal parts of the switch are damaged the rod can then be pulled out easily The a failures are due to the knobs not being securely tightened To prevent these failures from occurring or to replace a damaged switch use the following procedure to adjust the travel of the switch See attached diagram 1 Install the switch body in the holder and tighten the nut 2 Screw the Knob on the rod to the bottom of the thread but do not overtighten It will probably be necessary to hold the rod with pliers to get the knob tight if you do use caution not to score the rod with the pliers 3 Measure the distance if any between the knob and the nut Record the measurement 4 If a Gap exists between the knob and the nut remove the knob 5 Remove the nut and install the same thickness of flat washers that was measured in step 3 Install and tighten the nut gt DO NOT install more washers than needed to take up the space Flat Washer Part No 00023500 or equivalent can be used 6 Install the Knob using Locktite or similar thread locking compound Thread the knob on the rod all the way Test to make sure that when the switch is Off with rod pushed in that the knob can not travel further into the switch MACHETE Continued Next Page O 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 4 Information Bulletin 092895 Continued from previous Page WITH NUT TI
86. te the system to expel any trapped air and check for leaks 10 Check and fill the tractor oil level as required This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 41 PPI AKO TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 041101 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Alamo Industrial Products using the Buzz Bar Head are affected Bulletin No Date 041101 Apr 11 2001 Buzz Bar Drive Coupling Design change There has been a design change to the drive coupler assembly for the Buzz bar Cutting Head If a flexible cou pler Alamo Industrial P N 02974245 for Machete or P N 02974246 for A Boom 8 Slopemower are orderedthey will be a different design The new flexible coupler design will be molded rubber with metal inserts The new molded rub ber version will directly replace the machined design using the same part number An instal Flexible Coupler lation drawing that describes the assembly in detail will be shipped if a new coupler is Hub ordered this bulletin is to in form you ofthe design change see Figure 1 If there are further guestions please con tact Alamo Industria s Techni cal Service Department Also See Manual Insert Sheet P N 02978337 Pulley Sheave Figure 1 This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty M
87. tenna and receives the radio signal which sends a false signal through harness Elimination ofthe interference may be obtained with the use of atleastofthree possible options ER Remove the radio from the tractor completely 2 Install a reflecting plate under the Antenna A reflecting plate is simply a thin flat piece of metal which provides the proper amount of impedance to essentialy reflect the signal emanating down from the antenna and prevent interference with the valve electronics and tractor functions Since the installation requires a fairly large at least 36 square area the specially designed reflecting or ground plane tape can be usedin place of the metal sheet for easier installation this tape is available at most electronics or radio equipment sources 3 Utilize a ground plane antenna These specially designed antenna utilize the standard central radial element and at least two other radials set at 45 angles to the central one These radials must be cut to specific lengths depending on the frequency of the system Only a professional radio installer or retailer should be consulted in regard to the avaialbility and proper installation of these antenna The installation operation and resulting effects to the tractor or any attachment due to the addition of a radio system to any machine is the responsibility of the machine owner and the radio installer Only trained profesional radio installers should be utilized This docum
88. th the 02976069 oil Filter Kit installed Aug 4 2000 Filter Maintenance Procedure The following Procedure should be followed to provide the correct maintenance of the 02976066 Filter assembly use as standard on the machete moddel boom and any mower using Joystick controlled hydraulic system and filter as optional equipment When to Change Filter Inspect the visual indicator when the system is operating at normal operating temperature and under normal flow conditions When red starts to enter the indicator window change the element This will occur prior to bypass by the filter Element Service Procedure 1 Shut System down a disable tractor so it cannot be started Let Oil cool to a safe temperature 2 Place a suitable container under the filter to catch any spillage 3 Unscrew the filter bowl using the wrench flats at the bottom of bowl Remove the bowl and drain the oil into the container 4 Pullthe element P N 02976067 off the adapter an discard it 5 Remove the head to bowl seal and discard Clean the seal area with a lint free cloth Install the new seals as shown taking care not to cut the new seals 6 Install the new element onto the element adapter boss 7 Thoroughly clean the filter bowl and fill approxi mately one half full with clean oil 8 Screw the Bowl onto the head Torque the bowl to 30 ft Ibs 9 Operate the system to expel any trapped air and check for leaks 10 Check and fill the tra
89. that are allowed to make this repair under warranty 5 Parts Disposition Service Bulletins listthe disposition of any parts that are removed during the repair If listed removed parts must be held awaiting return to factory if instructed to do so 6 Termination Date Service bulletins show a termination date this is the date that the Bulletin will be discontinued Any repairs must be made and all warranty applications filed by the listed date 7 All Service Bulletins printed in this Manual will void any previously printed Bulletins Any changes in these bulletins are the final version as of the date of this manual MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 1 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 951611 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers S N MB21 01002 01003 01004 01006 01007 01008 S N MB24 PT002 01002 01003 01004 01005 01006 01007 Bulletin No Date 951611 Old 950011 Nov 16 1995 Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net 0 5 hr at Dealer registered Hold all removed parts for Feb 1 1996 return Joystick Replacement Subject The electronic console Joystick Controls must be replace on the above listed mowers Service Required 1 Disconnect wiring harness from console at connector at the bottom of control box 2 Remove the bolts attaching console to stand and install new console 3 Reconne
90. to al Valve low for romm when servicing These Changes were made to better protect the valve and its components These changes will only be seen on the new units after Jan 2001 and is not intended for units already in Figure 1 use This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 38 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 040901 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models All Alamo Industrial Producis are affected Bulletin No Date 040901 Apr 9 2001 Change in the availability of rebuilt components This bulletin has been published to inform you of a change in the availability of rebuilt parts In the past rebuilt components such as pumps and motors were available for use as spare parts Thatwill no longer be the case The major factor in this decision was the lack of cores that are returned from the customer Since Alamo Industrial willno longer offer rebuilt parts an effort willbe made to offer customers a complete paris listing of all components that are needed as service repairs The most common service parts are pumps and motors will now be available for order through Alamo Industrial Customer Service Department Likewise a parts breakdown with Alamo Industrial part numbers will be provided The Eaton Pumps and Motors Danfoss Control Valves will be the first compon
91. uctions for installing a lock valve on the tilt function of an Alamo Industrial Model Machete Boom product manufactured before May 1 1997 The nominal leak down rate for the cutter headtilt section of the electrically controlled positioning valve is one inch of rod travel in four minutes If your machine exhibits a leak down rate substantially greater than this it typically indicates excessive valve component wear due to contaminated oil in the tractor Refer to the Tractor s Operator Maintenance guide concerning Oil amp Filter change intervals to eliminate contamination possibilities If the cutter head tilt cylinder leak down is greater than one inch of rod travel in four minutes and this is considered excessive a lock valve may be added to the tilt function of the boom machine Alamo Industrial has developed a cure for this and can provide ata nominal charge all the parts for a lock out vale for the tilt function The Lock valve will only work on the tilt function of the Boom Machine due to the design of the hydraulic System The only parts that must be provided by the installer are two twelve inch pieces of 18 gauge wire Each wire needs to have a 8 ring connector on one end and a wire splice connecior on the other end The drawings onthe next page shows the details ofthe parts and their assembly The Lock Valve must be installed in the C 1 port of the cutter head tilt section The following parts are required to make this modification
92. ve Action Using needle nosed pliers push the Band C connectors out of the back of the plug and reinstall them in the opposite positions or cut the two wires to the Band C connectors and splice them back together reversing them This document does not authorize the repair or replacement of parts under warranty MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 1 8 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN No 020596 Alamo Industrial TM Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom Mowers MB21 amp MB24 Bulletin No Date 020596 Feb 5 1996 New Piston Pump used on Machete A new Pump is being used on all Machete Boom Mowers The new pump utilizes a solenoid valve and manifold New Parts to control pump swashplate movement instead of the former Old Parts electric solenoid Spool valve and adjustable linkage All other parts of the pump remain the same The new parts provide for more positive trouble free operation of the pump and do not require adjustment There will be a harness adapter required to connect the new two wire connector to the old three wire harness Adapter and instructions are includedin replacement parts When the former old part number is ordered all the new parts will be provided New Parts Old Parts Former Part No Description Replacing Part No s Description 02967192 Pump Assembly 02969527 Pump Assembly 02970201 Decal Joystick 02970
93. with the following serial numbers replace the bolts and Lockwashers Because there are more than one length of Bolt involved it will be required to use the appropriate Paris Manual to determine the Bolt and Washer Number that applies to your model Service Required 1 Remove the Four Allen Head Bolts in the center of the Blade Carrier one bolt and Lockwasher atatime DO NOT remove all four bolts at one time and DO NOT INSTALL bilts that are longer or shorter than bolts that were removed 2 Replace one Bolt and Lockwasher torque it to 400 ft Ibs then move on to the next bolt 3 Continued this until all four bolts have been replaced Parts Required Part No Qty Description See Manual 4 Allen Head Bolt Blade carrier j SeeManual 4 Lockwashers Spindle A Boom S N 06045 to 06071 B A S N 02534 to 02552 HY15 S N 02416 to 02418 HY60 S N 01211 to 01211 Machete S N 01360 to 01364 amp S N 02017 to 02036 MR60 S N 02035 to 02035 Torque to 400 ft Ibs Blade carrier retaining RM S N 02405 to 02405 Bolt amp Lockwasher Qt Versa S N 05175 to 05178 8 S N 06336 to 06394 Warranty Compensation will be provided following proper filing of warranty claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 29 Figure 1 4 per ca
94. xas 78155 830 372 2708 Models Machete Boom MB21 01109 amp Down MB24 01046 amp Down Bulletin No Date 041001 1 Apr 10 2001 Filter Maintenance Procedure The following Procedure should be followed to provide the correct maintenance of the 02976066 Filter assembly use as standard on the machete moddel boom and any mower using Joystick controlled hydraulic system and filter as optional equipment When to Change Filter Inspect the visual indicator when the system is operating at normal operating temperature and under normal flow conditions When red starts to enterthe indicator window change the element This will occur prior to bypass by the filter Element Service Procedure 1 Shut System down a disable tractor so it cannot be started Let Oil cool to a safe temperature 2 Place a suitable container under the filter to catch any spillage 3 Unscrew the filter bowl using the wrench flats at the bottom of bowl Remove the bowl and drain the oil into the container 4 Pull the element P N 02976067 off the adapter an discard it 5 Remove the head to bowl seal and discard Clean the seal area with a lint free cloth Install the new seals as shown taking care not to cut the new seals 6 Install the new element onto the element adapter boss fi Thoroughly clean the filter bowl and fill approxi mately one half full with clean oil 8 Screw the Bowl onto the head Torque the bowl to 30 ft lbs 9 Opera
95. y claim in accordance with the Alamo Industrial Warranty Policy Claim allowance may vary in accordance with laws governing a specific region Any Warranty associated with this service bulletin must be within authorized dates MACHETE 2005 Alamo Group Inc 2 19 INDUSTRIAL SERVICE BULLETIN No 992704 Alamo Industrial Technical Services Department 1502 East Walnut Seguin Texas 78155 830 372 2708 Models New Holland tractors T7740 amp T6640 Bulletin No Date S N Range listed below 992704 New Holland Tractors with Alamo Industrial Units mounted on Old 9900034 Apr 27 1999 them only S N and model tractors listed below Labor Old Parts Disposition Termination Date 100 at Dealer Net O hr See New Holland see New Holland Service Sep 30 1999 Service Bulletin 399 Bulletin 399 New Holland T7740 amp T6640 A C Drier Campaign Subject In order to increase customer satisfaction New Holland is providing a new Air conditioner Receiver Drier Kit for the S N units detailed in new Holland Service Campaign 399 The specifics to this bulletin are provided by the New Holland Bulletin The purpose of this bulletin is only to inform you of the work that needs to be done per New Holland Bulletin and not to authorize any work on the behalf of Alamo Industrial or any of their affiliated companies If in Question you should consult your New Holland Dealer for details of repairs Units Serial Numbers Model T 7740 084

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