Bush Hog SM 60 manual Mounting Cutter on Tractor, For Cast Iron Pump & Motor Only, SM160R

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Fig. 1-2 Hydraulic Circuit (Cast Iron Pump & Motor)

Filter

10 Micron

with 15 PSI Bypass

Suction Strainer

Pump 21.4 GPM

at 540 PTO RPM

TABLE 1-1 SPECIFICATIONS

(For Cast Iron Pump & Motor Only)

MODEL NUMBER

 

 

SM60R

SM160R

 

 

Required PTO Speed

540 rpm

1000 rpm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pump Output

21.4 gpm

19.1 gpm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Motor Speed

1101 rpm

1182 rpm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blade Tip Speed

17,300

18,570

 

 

 

ft./min.

ft./min.

 

 

Blade Type

1/2” x 3”

1/2” x 3”

 

 

 

Dble. Edge

Dble. Edge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cutting Width

60”

60”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Max. Reach from

 

 

 

 

Center of Tractor

145”

145”

 

 

Transport Width

120-1/2”

120-1/2”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weight

1580 lbs.

1580 lbs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hydraulic Oil Capacity

35 gal.

35 gal.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maximum Hydraulic

3200 psi

3200 psi

 

 

System Pressure

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hitch Size

Cat. II Std.

Cat. II Std.

 

 

 

Cat. II & III

Cat. II & III

 

 

 

Quick Hitch

Quick Hitch

 

Motor

1102 RPM at

540 RPM

Relief Valve

3200 PSI

SECTION II

PREPARATION FOR USE

2-1 MOUNTING CUTTER ON TRACTOR

A. Check air pressure in tractor tires.

CAUTON

IT IS CRITICAL FOR STABILITY THAT TRACTOR TIRES CARRY PROPER PRES- SURE. REFER TO TRACTOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL.

B. Connect cutter to tractor 3-point hitch. Adjust stabilizer bars, sway blocks, or chains. Refer to tractor operator’s manual.

CAUTON

USE OF THIS MACHINE ON TOO SMALL A TRACTOR CAN CAUSE TRACTOR UPSET. DO NOT USE THIS MACHINE ON A TRAC- TOR WEIGHING LESS THAN 6000 LBS. (2722 KG) NOT INCLUDING BALLAST. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT FRONT BALLAST BE USED FOR ADDED STEERING STABILI- TY. THIS MACHINE REQUIRES 50 PTO HORSEPOWER.

C. If valve kit is used, mount valves on tractor as desired. If optional valve mounting brackets are used, attach brackets and valve to tractor as described in paragraph 5-6. Make certain all hoses are free of sharp bends, creases, or moving parts. It is recommended that valves be mounted on right side of tractor.

D. Connect hoses to hydraulic quick disconnects on rear of tractor.

E. Raise and lower implement to determine the shortest distance between the tractor PTO shaft and pump input shaft. Stop tractor leaving implement in position of shortest distance. Block implement in position.

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Contents Bush HOG Congratulations Table of Contents Retail CUSTOMER’S Responsibility Under the Bush HOG WarrantyThis Limited Warranty Shall not Apply Disclaimer of Implied Warranties & Consequential DamagesDealer Preparation Check List SM60 Rotary CutterImportant Safety Precautions Important Safety Precautions This Act Seeks EMPLOYERS, Employees and OperationsEmployee Tractor Operating Instructions Osha RegulationsIntroduction SectionDescription For Cast Iron Pump & Motor Only Mounting Cutter on TractorSM160R Driveline Modification Operation Tractor Requirements and RecommendationsRecommendations Reversing Blade Rotation ParkingStorage Maintenance Check ListMaintenance Check List Lubrication Refer to FigRecommended Hydraulic Oils YearlyCable Adjustment Blade Holder InstallationBlade Replacement Adjusting Hydraulic PressureTroubleshooting List of Recommended Hydraulic Oils ManufacturerGeneral Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause RemedySection Assembly Basic Machine Assembly Hydraulic Valve KitBelting Installation Optional Safety Chain InstallationOptional Sidewheel Installation Optional Tailwheel Installation AdjustmentSafety Decals 83374 83373 83377 82617 83375 Torque Specifications Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds Newton Meters

SM 60 specifications

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