Bush Hog 2545 manual Getting On and Off the Tractor, Boarding the Tractor

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OPERATION

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

4. Getting On and Off the Tractor

Do not mount or dismount the Tractor while the tractor is moving. Mount the Tractor only when the Tractor and all moving parts are completelystopped.

Before getting onto the tractor, the operator must read and completely understand the implement and tractor operator manuals. If any part of either manual is not completely understood, consult an authorized dealer for a complete explanation. OPS-L- 0022

4.1 Boarding the Tractor

Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.

Falling off can result in serious injury or death.

Never grasp control levers when mounting the machine. (SBH-4)

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Contents 2545 To the Owner/Operator/Dealer Table of Contents Maintenance Section Safety Section Safety General Safety Instructions and Practices2545 01/11 Safety Section Operator Safety Instructions and Practices Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices SG-36 2545 01/11 Safety Section Safety SL-33 SPU-2 Safety 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 Model NameD469 2545 01/11 Safety Section Safety Safety Federal Laws and Regulations Introduction Section Introduction Introduction Introduction Before Operating this Machine Page Assembly and Connecting the Loader Section Assembly Assembly Instructions2545 01/11 Assembly Section Proper Ballasting and Wheel Spacing Dismounting and Mounting Mid-Mount Loader Mounting LoaderAssembly Attaching Pin on Bucket Dismounting LoaderAssembly Assembling Quick Attach Device Installing Quick Attach Device Connecting Attachment When Connecting an Attachment to the Loader Quick HitchAssembly Operation Section Operation Standard Equipment and Specifications Operator Requirements Operation Tractor Requirements Personal Protective Equipment PPETractor Lighting and SMV Emblem Rops and Seat BeltTractor Ballast Getting On and Off the Tractor Boarding the TractorDismounting the Tractor Starting the Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection and Service Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Loader Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceMount Assembly OPS-L-0007C Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Implement Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Front END Loader Driving the Tractor and Loader Operating the Tractor and Loader Driving the Tractor and LoaderSG-36 Operation Operation SL-33 Operation Operating the Loader Filling the BucketLifting the Load Carrying the Load Dumping the Bucket Operating with Float Control Operation Peeling and Scraping Loading LOW Trucks or Spreaders from a Pile Backfilling Operation Handling Large Heavy Objects Operating Bale Spear Optional Attachment Loader Storage Transporting the Tractor and Implement Operation Transporting on Public Roadways Hauling the Tractor and Implement Troubleshooting Guide Trouble Possible Cause Possible RemedyProblem Possible Cause Remedy Maintenance Section Maintenance 2545 01/11 Maintenance Section Adjusting Bucket Level Indicator Lubrication ScheduleDaily Maintenance Cylinder Service Lift and Bucket Cylinder DisassemblyLift and Bucket Cylinder Reassembly StorageMaintenance Proper Torque for Fasteners Maintenance Maintenance Limited Warranty To the OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER SOM-01/11 Printed U.S.A