Bush Hog PT5 manual To the Owner/Operator/Dealer

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To the Owner/Operator/Dealer

All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents.

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

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

Read and understand the complete Warranty Statement found in this Manual. Fill out the Warranty Registration Form in full and return it to within 30 Days. Make certain the Serial Number of the Machine is recorded on the Warranty Card and on the Warranty Form that you retain.

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Contents PT5 To the Owner/Operator/Dealer Page Bush Hog Division is willing to provide Table of Contents Maintenance Section Safety Section Safety PT5 09/10 Safety Section Safety Safety Safety Safety SGM-06 Stop Mowing if Passersby are Within 300 Feet Unless Wait a minute...Save a life See Your Bush HOG Dealer Decal Location QTY Type Description Decal Description Safety Safety Safety Federal Laws and Regulations Introduction Section Introduction Introduction Before Operating this Machine Assembly Section Attachment to Tractor Ballast WeightTractor Selection Storage Coupling UP HydraulicsRemoval from the Tractor Page Operation Section Operation Operation Operator Requirements Personal Protective Equipment PPEOperator Thrown Object Protection Tractor RequirementsRops and Seat Belt 3-Point Hitch Tractor HorsepowerTractor Lighting and SMV Emblem Hydraulics Front End WeightPower Take Off PTO Dismounting the Tractor Getting on and OFF the TractorBoarding the Tractor Starting the Tractor Operation Connecting the Implement to Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection and ServiceTractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Boom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Service Frame Assembly OPS-B- 0023G Operation Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Mower Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Implement Operating the Implement Machine ControlsArm Controls Highway Working Unclogging Cutterbar, Checks or AdjustmentsForward Speed BreakawayDriving the Tractor and Implement Starting the Tractor Brake and Differential Lock Setting Driving the Tractor and Boom Operating the Tractor and Implement Foreign Debris Hazards/Overhead Obstructions Operating Speed and Ground SpeedOperating the Attached Head TRACTOR, BOOM, and Attached Head Storage Shutting Down the ImplementDisconnecting the Implement Transporting the Tractor and ImplementTransporting on Public Roadways Operation Operation Hauling the Tractor and Implement Troubleshooting Guide Page Maintenance Section Lubrication FastenersAdjusting the Knife Guides CutterbarSharpening the Knife Hydraulic Rams Ram Seal Replacement- General InformationFiltration Maintenance To Change Seals on Angle, Reach and 40 MM Dia Lift RamControl Valve Non Return ValveReplacing Spool O Rings Hose ReplacementHydraulic Hoses Main Relief ValveProper Torque Values for Fasteners Hose WarrantyHose Connections Storage Maintenance Limited Warranty To the OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER PT5 Powertrim Sickle BAR Boom Mower