SECTION V ASSEMBLY
CAUTION
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY UNDER- STOOD BEFORE ATTEMPTING MACHINE ASSEMBLY.
1.Do not lift heavy parts or assemblies. Use crane, jack, tackle, fork trucks, or other mechanical devices.
2Select an area for assembly that is clean and free of any debris which might cause persons working on the assembly to trip.
3.Arrange parts to be assembled neatly in the work area and have tools or other mechanical assist- ing devices in easy reach.
4.Inspect all parts and assemblies thoroughly and remove any sharp edges, grease, oil, or dirt which might cause pieces to slip when handling.
5.Preview the assembly instructions in your opera- tor’s manual before proceeding further.
6.If the assembly instructions call for parts or assemblies to be blocked up, use only blocking material that is in good condition and is capable of handling the weight of the assembly to be blocked. Also insure that the blocking material is on a clean, dry surface.
7.Never put hands on any other part of body under blocked up assemblies if at all possible.
8.Always wear goggles or safety glasses when hammering, grinding or drilling metal parts.
9.If the assembly calls for welding or cutting, be sure that there are no flammable materials close at hand and that bystanders have taken neces- sary precautions.
AFTER COMPLETING ANY ASSEMBLY STEP,THOROUGHLY READ THE NEXT STEP IN THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PRO- CEEDING WITH THAT STEP.
10.After completing assembly, thoroughly inspect the machine to be sure that all nuts, bolts, hydraulic fittings or any other fastened assem- blies have been thoroughly tightened.
11.After completing assembly, be sure that all safe- ty locking devices or guards are in place.
12.Before operating the machine, thoroughly read the operation section of this manual.
13.Before operating, read the maintenance section of this manual to be sure that any parts requiring lubrication such as gearboxes are full to avoid any possible damage.
14.Wear personal protective equipment such as,but not limited to, protection for eyes, ears, feet, hands, lungs and head when assembling the equipment. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that may catch on equipment moving parts.
BEFORE OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT, IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE PROPER ASSEMBLY OR OPERATION, CON- TACT YOUR AUTHORIZED BUSH HOG DEALER OR REPRESENTATIVE.
CAUTION
EQUIP YOUR TRACTOR WITH A ROPS CAB OR FRAME FOR YOUR PROTECTION. SEE YOUR TRACTOR/ROPS OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR CORRECT SEAT BELT USAGE.
Read entire instructions before beginning to install the loader. Personal injury and machine damage may be prevented if you read and understand these instructions and special safety messages.
Any reference to right or left are as if you were in the tractor seat facing forward .
5-1 TRACTOR PREPARATION
Use front tires of equal size and maintain equal pres- sure in each tire. The pressure of the front tractor tires must be increased to the maximum approved pressure recommended by the tire manufacturer to compensate for additional load placed on the tires with the front end loader. Refer to your Tractor Operator’s Manual. Adjust the front tires to the widest recommended setting on adjustable models for maximum stability. Front end weights must NOT be used while loader is on the tractor. Pay particular attention to “minimum tread settings” infromation in Installation Instructions included with your Mounting Kit.
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