Bush Hog PT5 manual Before Operating this Machine

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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Attention Owner/Operator

BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE:

1.Carefully read the Operator’s Manual, completely understand the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the Implement and Power Unit.

2.Fill out the Warranty Card in full. Be sure to answer all questions, including the Serial Number of the Implement. Mail promptly using the return envelope included with the Operator’s Manual.

NOTE: Warranties are honored only if completed “Owner Registration and Warranty” forms are received by Alamo Group within thirty days of delivery of the mower.

3.Record the Implement Model and Serial Numbers on the Warranty page at the end of the Operator’s Manual. Keep this as part of the permanent maintenance file for the Implement.

PT5 09/10

Introduction Section 2-4

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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 Tractor Selection Ballast WeightAttachment to Tractor Removal from the Tractor Coupling UP HydraulicsStorage Page Operation Section Operation Operation Operator Requirements Personal Protective Equipment PPERops and Seat Belt Tractor RequirementsOperator Thrown Object Protection Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem Tractor Horsepower3-Point Hitch Power Take Off PTO Front End WeightHydraulics Boarding the Tractor Getting on and OFF the TractorDismounting 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 Unclogging Cutterbar, Checks or Adjustments Forward SpeedHighway Working 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 Ram Seal Replacement- General Information Filtration MaintenanceHydraulic Rams To Change Seals on Angle, Reach and 40 MM Dia Lift RamControl Valve Non Return ValveHose Replacement Hydraulic HosesReplacing Spool O Rings Main Relief ValveHose Connections Storage Hose WarrantyProper Torque Values for Fasteners Maintenance Limited Warranty To the OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER PT5 Powertrim Sickle BAR Boom Mower