Bush Hog PT5 manual Introduction

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INTRODUCTION

The sickle bar boom is designed for medium-duty work. They can cut grass and weeds, around waterways, under fences and other hard-to-reach areas.

For Non-Agricultural use, OSHA, ASABE, SAE, and ANSI standards require the use of Chain Guards, Deflectors, or Solid Skirts at all times. The Mower manufacturer strongly recommends the use of Chain Guards, Deflectors, or Solid Skirts for Agricultural purposes as well to reduce the risk of property damage, serious bodily injury, or even death from objects thrown out by or from contact with the Cutting Blades.

At least 20% of the tractor’s total weight must be on the front tires with the Mower lifted to provide adequate traction for safe steering under good conditions. Slow down on hills, rough terrain, and curves.

Front and rear, and left and right are determined by the normal direction of travel (the same as on your automobile).

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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 Ballast Weight Tractor SelectionAttachment to Tractor Coupling UP Hydraulics Removal from the TractorStorage Page Operation Section Operation Operation Personal Protective Equipment PPE Operator RequirementsTractor Requirements Rops and Seat BeltOperator Thrown Object Protection Tractor Horsepower Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem3-Point Hitch Front End Weight Power Take Off PTOHydraulics Getting on and OFF the Tractor Boarding the TractorDismounting the Tractor Starting the Tractor Operation PRE-OPERATION Inspection and Service Connecting the Implement to TractorTractor 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 Machine Controls Operating the ImplementArm Controls Breakaway Unclogging Cutterbar, Checks or AdjustmentsForward Speed Highway WorkingDriving the Tractor and Implement Starting the Tractor Brake and Differential Lock Setting Driving the Tractor and Boom Operating the Tractor and Implement Operating Speed and Ground Speed Foreign Debris Hazards/Overhead ObstructionsOperating the Attached Head Shutting Down the Implement TRACTOR, BOOM, and Attached Head StorageTransporting the Tractor and Implement Disconnecting the ImplementTransporting on Public Roadways Operation Operation Hauling the Tractor and Implement Troubleshooting Guide Page Maintenance Section Fasteners LubricationCutterbar Adjusting the Knife GuidesSharpening the Knife To Change Seals on Angle, Reach and 40 MM Dia Lift Ram Ram Seal Replacement- General InformationFiltration Maintenance Hydraulic RamsNon Return Valve Control ValveMain Relief Valve Hose ReplacementHydraulic Hoses Replacing Spool O RingsHose Warranty Hose Connections StorageProper Torque Values for Fasteners Maintenance Limited Warranty To the OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER PT5 Powertrim Sickle BAR Boom Mower