Bush Hog 1947, 2047 manual Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem, Tractor Ballast

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OPERATION

OPERATION

3.2 Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem

If the tractor will be operated near or traveled on a public roadway it must be equipped with proper warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of the unit. Most tractor’s have different settings for operating and transporting lighting. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for using the tractor’s light switch and operating the turn signals.

OPS-B- 0017

3.3 Tractor Ballast

Before operating tractor and loader, add sufficient counterweight so a minimum of 25% of the total weight is on the rear axle. Total weight includes weight of: tractor, loader, rated load in bucket, and counterweight. Rated load is lift capacity at full height at 500mm forward of bucket pivot point (See Standard Equipment and Specifications). When determining required counterweight bucket should be at maximum forward position (bucket pivot point at the same height as boom pivot point on mast).

To ensure tractor stability when operating add wheel ballast or rear weights to rear tractor tires. For better stability, use tractor with wide front axle rather than tricycle front wheels. Move wheels to the tractor manufacturer’s widest recommended settings to increase stability. If 3-Point hitch counterweights are used, they should be carried as low as possible at all times to maximize stability. Effective counterbalance weight at rear axle of mounted rear equipment is determined by multiplying actual weight of equipment by 1.50.

EXAMPLE: Equipment weighing 800 pounds, attached to tractor, multiplied by 1.50, equals 1200 pounds of effective counterbalance weight at rear axle.

A tractor that does not meet this criteria is DANGEROUS and should not be operated as upset of the unit can occur resulting in possible serious injury and property damage. OPS-L- 0001_A

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Contents 1947 2047 To the Owner/Operator/Dealer Table of Contents Maintenance Section Safety Section Safety General Safety Instructions and Practices1947/2047 01/11 Safety Section Operator Safety Instructions and Practices Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices SG-36 1947/2047 01/11 Safety Section Safety SL-33 Safety 1947/2047 01/11 Safety Section Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices Safety Storage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices Concluding Safety Instructions and PracticesDecal Location QTY Level Description Decal Description Loader Positions 1947/2047 01/11 Safety Section Loader Safety Safety Federal Laws and Regulations Introduction Section Introduction Introduction Introduction Before Operating this Machine Page Assembly and Connecting the Loader Section Assembly Assembly InstructionsProper Rear Ballasting and Wheel Spacing Installing Mounting Brackets Installing Side FramesInstalling Grease Fittings Install Bucket1947/2047 01/11 Assembly Section Installing Bucket Level Indicator Dismounting Loader and Mounting Loader to TractorDismounting Loader Mounting Loader Page Operation Section Operation Bush Hog 1947 & 2047 LoaderStandard Equipment and Specifications Operator Requirements Operation Personal Protective Equipment PPE Tractor Requirements Rops and Seat BeltTractor Lighting and SMV Emblem Tractor BallastGetting On and Off the Tractor Boarding the TractorDismounting the Tractor Starting the Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection and Service Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceOperation Mount Assembly OPS-L-0007B Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Implement Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Front END Loader Operation Operating the Tractor and Loader Driving the Tractor and LoaderSG-36 Operation SL-33 Operation Operating the Loader Filling the BucketOperation Lifting the Load Carrying the Load Dumping the Bucket Lowering the BucketOperating with Float Control Loading from a Bank Operation Peeling and Scraping Loading LOW Trucks or Spreaders from a Pile Backfilling Operation Handling Large Heavy Objects Operating Bale Spear Loader Storage Shutting Down the ImplementTransporting the Tractor and Implement Operation Operation Hauling the Tractor and Implement Troubleshooting Guide Trouble Possible Cause Possible RemedyProblem Possible Cause Remedy Maintenance Section Maintenance 1947/2047 01/11 Maintenance Section Lubrication Schedule Daily Maintenance Cylinder Service Hydraulic Pressure CheckLift and Bucket Cylinder Reassembly Lift and Bucket Cylinder DissemblePrince LVR Valve Service Valve Disassembly Valve Reassembly StorageMaintenance Proper Torque for Fasteners Maintenance Maintenance Page Limited Warranty To the OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER 1947/2047