Bush Hog RMB 1865 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 Mower and Power Unit.

2.Fill out the Warranty Card in full. Be sure to answer all questions, including the Serial Number of the Mower. 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 Bush Hog within thirty days of delivery of the mower.

3.Record the Mower 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 Mower.

RMB 1865 11/10

Introduction Section 2-4

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Contents RMB Warranty Information To the Owner/Operator/DealerOsha Training Requirements Alamo Group Ag. Division is willing to provide Table of Contents Maintenance Section Safety Section Safety General Safety Instructions and PracticesOperator Safety Instructions and Practices SG-36 Wait a minute...Save a life Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section Stop Mowing if Passersby are Within 300 Feet Unless Safety Safety SGM-06 Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices Parts InformationSafety Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices Decal Location Logo NameBooklet ReflectMULTI-DECAL InstructNFS Serial Plate 3688303 Sharp Blades 09.821.35 Decal Description Safety Safety Model Name RMB Safety Safety Safety 3688303 RMB 1865 11/10 Safety Section Federal Laws and Regulations Page Introduction Section Introduction Introduction Before Operating this Machine Assembly Section Assembly Tractor SelectionTractor Preparation Fitting Operator GuardDealer Setup Instructions SWL. Leave in Position AT this StageAttachment to Tractor Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Flailhead Attachment OIL Requirements Running UP ProcedureFitting Control Unit in CAB Removal from Tractor StoragePage Operation Section Operation Standard Specifications Standard Equipment and SpecificationsMachine Specifications Operator Requirements Personal Protective Equipment PPERops and Seat Belt Tractor RequirementsOperator Thrown Object Protection Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem Tractor BallastTractor Horsepower Tractor Safety Devices3-Point Hitch Front End Weight Power Take Off PTOGetting on and OFF the Tractor HydraulicsBoarding the Tractor Dismounting the TractorStarting the Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection and Service Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/ServiceBoom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Service Boom ARM Assembly Frame AssemblyHydraulic Line Inspection Hydraulic PUMP/OIL Reservoir Flail Head Inspection Sickle BAR Inspection Do not Operate an Unsafe Tractor or Mower Boom Mower PRE-OPERATION Inspection Machine Controls Cable Controlled Models Only Lever FunctionsOperation Rotor Controls-Gear Hydraulic Machine Only Reversing RotationWith Auto Reset selected BreakawayPowered Slew Rotor Operating Speed Wire TrapForward Speed Hedge Cutting Procedure High Voltage CablesOperation Driving the Tractor and Implement Brake and Differential Lock Setting Starting the TractorDriving the Tractor and Boom Operating the Tractor and Implement Foreign Debris HazardsBystanders/Passersby Precautions Engaging the Power Take Off PTOOperating Speed and Ground Speed Operating the MowerSGM-08 Flail Operating the Attached Mower HeadsSickle Bar Shutting Down the Attached Head TRACTOR, BOOM, and Attached Head Storage OPS-B- 0012HTransporting the Tractor and Implement Transport PositionOperation Transport POSITION-Head Attached Transport POSITION-Head RemovalTransporting on Public Roadways Operation Hauling the Tractor and Implement Operation Troubleshooting Guide Trouble Possible Cause Possible RemedyOperation Operation Maintenance Section Lubrication GeneralFiltration Maintenance Hydraulic SystemHydraulic Hoses Oil SupplyHose Replacement Hose WarrantyFlail Head CablesPTO Gearbox Proper Torque Values for Fasteners Limited Warranty Required of the Owner Required of the OperatorRMB 1865 Rear Mount Boom Mower