Bush Hog 300 manual Operation

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OPERATION

OPERATION

BUSH HOG 300 SERIES REAR MOUNTED BLADE

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Your Bush Hog 300 Series should now be assembled and inspected for any evidence of defective or damaged parts before use. Any evidence of damage should be reported to your dealer immediately. After Hydraulic Lines have been attached to tractor and Three-Point Hitch attached, carefully remove safety blocks from Moldboard pivot Point.

This section of the Operator’s Manual is designed to familiarize, instruct, and educate safe and proper blade use to the operator. Pictures contained in this section are intended to be used as a visual aid to assist in explaining the operation of a rear blade and are not necessarily of a 300 Series blade. Some pictures may show shields removed for purposes of clarity. NEVER OPERATE this implement without all shields in place and in good operational condition. The operator must be familiar with the blade and tractor operation and all associated safety practices before operating the blade and tractor. Proper operation of the blade, as detailed in this manual, will help ensure years of safe and satisfactory use of the rear blade.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY SECTION OF THIS MANUAL AND THE TRACTOR MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT. If you do not understand any of the instructions, contact your nearest authorized dealer for a full explanation. Pay close attention to all safety signs and safety messages contained in this manual and those affixed to the implement and tractor. OPS-U- 0001

READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Serious injury or death may occur unless care is taken to follow the warnings and instructions stated in the Safety Messages. Always use good common sense to avoid hazards.

300 Series 09/10

Operation Section 4-2

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Contents Series Rear Mounted BladeTo the Owner/Operator/Dealer Table of Contents Page Safety Section Safety Safety MessagesSeries 09/10 Safety Section Safety Safety Safety S3PT-02 See Your Bush HOG Dealer Decal Location QTY Level Description Decal Description Safety Logo Product Name Safety Federal Laws and Regulations Page Introduction Section Introduction IntroductionIntroduction Before Operating this Machine Assembly Section Assembly Assembly of Moldboard to MainframeAssembly Gauge Wheel Extra Equipment Skid Shoes & Quick Tack End Plates Extra EquipmentHydraulic Control Valve Accessory Equipment Hydraulic SystemSelector Valve Accessory Equipment Operation Section Operation OperationStandard Equipment and Specifications Operator Requirements Personal Protective Equipment PPERops and Seat Belt Tractor HorsepowerTractor Requirements Tractor 3-Point Hitch Front End WeightGetting on and OFF the Tractor Boarding the Tractor Dismounting the TractorStarting the Tractor Connecting the Rear Blade to the Tractor Connecting the Rear BladePRE-OPERATION Inspection and Service Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceBlade Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Implement Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection Driving the Tractor and Implement Brake and Differential Lock Setting Starting the TractorOperating the Tractor and Implement Driving the Tractor and BladeOperating the Blade Ditching V-Type DitchDisconnecting the Blade from the Tractor Shutting Down the ImplementBlade Storage Transporting the Tractor and ImplementTransporting on Public Roadways Operation Hauling the Tractor and Implement Operation Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause RemedyOperation Page Maintenance Section Maintenance LubricationProper Torque For Fasteners Limited Warranty To the OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER Series Rear Mounted Blade