Bush Hog 00786976C manual

© 2010 Alamo Group Inc. $0.00 160 Series Published 08/10 Part No. 00786976C OPERA T OR’S MANUAL BUSH HOG ® 2501 Grif fin A ve. Selma, AL 36703 334-874-2700 www .bushhog.com REAR MOUNTED BLADE This Operator' s Manual is an integral p art of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintaine d with the un it at all times. READ, UNDERST[...]

T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving p arts are potentially hazardous . There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the poten tial hazards and follows reasona ble safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this impleme nt to be used with all its safety equ ipment properly atta ched to minimize[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ........ ................................. .................................................................. 1-1 Safety Messages ............... ................ ............. ................ ................. ................ ................ .. ........................ ..... 1-2 Decal Location ....... .........[...]

Lubrication ................ ................ ............. ................ ................ ................ ................ ...... ................. ................ .. 5-2 Proper Torque For Fasteners ....................... ................... ................. ................... ................... ... ............. ......... 5-3[...]

Safety Section 1-1 SAFETY SECTION[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Safety Messages A careful operator is the best opera tor . Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner/operator . Most accident s ca n be avo ided by bein g aware of your equipment, your surrounding s, and observing c ertain precautions . T[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1- 3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Never operate the T ractor or Implement until you have read and completely underst and this Manual , the T ractor Operator ’s Ma nual, and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the Tr actor and Implement. Learn ho w to stop the tractor engine suddenly in a[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1-4 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Never allow children to operate, ride on, or co me close to the T ractor or Implement. Usually , 16-1 7 year-old children who are ma ture and responsible can operate the implement with adult supe rvision, if they have read and underst and the Operator’s Manuals, been train[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1- 5 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MA Y CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS! T ractors with or without an Implement attached can often be noisy enoug h to cause permanent hearing loss. We recommen d that you always wear hearing protection if the noise in the Operator’s position ex[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1-6 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Periodically inspect all moving part s for wear and replace when necessary with au thorized service part s. Look for loose fastener s, worn or broken p arts, and le aky or loose fittings. Make su re all pins have cotter pins and washers. Serious in jury may occur from not ma[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1- 7 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Operate the T ractor and/or Imp lement controls on ly while properly seated in the T ractor seat with the seat belt secure ly fastened around y ou. Inadvertent mo vement of the T ractor or Implement may ca use s eriou s inju ry or death. (SG-29) Be particularly ca reful whe[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1-8 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Rear Blades can fall down if not p roperly suppo rted. Always use the stand on the front hitch or block up securely to prev ent falling and possible crushing injury and/o r back injury from lifting heavy comp onents. (SBL-5) PA R T S I N F O R M AT I O N Bush Hog products ar[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1- 9 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Bush Hog supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe op eration. D amage to the decals may occur while in shippin g, use, or rec onditioning. Bush Hog cares about the safety of it s customers, operators, and bystanders, and will replace the s[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1-10 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY ITEM P ART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1. 00725746 1 PELIGRO T ranslate Safety Material 2. 02965262 1 W ARNING Oil Penetration 3. 00786980 1 IMPORT ANT Genuine Bush Hog Part s 4. 999000 1 W ARNING Multi-Hazard for Blades 5. 999200 1 W ARNING Multi-Hazard General 6. 03200347 *[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1-11 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Description Peligro T ranslation, If you do not know how to read English, please find someone who knows how to read English. P/N 00725746 W ARNING! Failure to INSPECT and REP AIR or REPLACE Hoses may allow worn Hoses t o rupture SUDDENL Y and VIOLENTL Y with resulting[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1-12 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY W ARNING!- Multiple H aza rd and Genera l Safety P/N 999200 Slow Moving V ehicle Decal. Keep SMV reflector clean and visible. DO NOT transpo rt or operate without the SM V . P/N 03200347 Information that Grease Fitting is present and must apply grease P/N 000678 Operator&ap[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1-13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY P/N 00786979 Logo Product Name: Bush Hog P/N 00786982 LOGO PRODUCT NAME: 160-08 P/N 00786989 LOGO PRODUCT NAME: 160-10 Red Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visible. P/N 1458392[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1-14 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Amber Reflector . Keep reflectors clean and visible. P/N 1458393 Read Operato r ’s Manual! The operator ’s ma nual is located inside this canister . If the manual is missing order one from you r dealer . P/N 00776031[...]

SAFETY 160 Series 08/10 Safety Section 1-15 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Federal Laws and Re gulations This section is intended to explain in broad terms the conc ept and effect of federal laws and regulations concerning employer and employee eq uipment operators. Thi s section is not i ntended as a legal interpretation of the law and should not[...]

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Introduction Section 2-1 INTRODUCTION SECTION[...]

INTRODUCTION 160 Series 08/10 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This 160 Series Blade is designed with care and built with qualit y materials by skilled workers. Proper assembly , maintenance, and operating practices, as described in this manual, will help the owner /operator get years of satisfactory service from the m[...]

INTRODUCTION 160 Series 08/10 Introduction Section 2-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION The 160 Series Blade is available in wid ths of 8' and 10' and features a hea vy-duty CA T II-III three-point hitch and quick-hitc h. The 10' model is ra ted for up to 160 PTO HP wheel-type tractors. The Blade is available with either hydraul[...]

INTRODUCTION 160 Series 08/10 Introduction Section 2-4 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Attention Owner/Operator BEFORE OPERA TING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator ’s Manual, completely underst and the Safety Messages and instructions, and know how to operate correctly both the tractor and implement. 2. Fill out the Warranty Card[...]

Assembly Section 3-1 ASSEMBL Y SECTION[...]

ASSEMBLY 160 Series 08/10 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y Assembly of Moldbo ard to Mainframe The Bush Hog 160 Ser ies is shipped in two bu ndles. The Mainframe, A-Frame an d Moldboard Carrier are i n one bundle; the Moldbo ard is in the second bundle. The assembly of the Moldboar d to the Moldboard Carrie r is made by inse[...]

ASSEMBLY 160 Series 08/10 Assembly Section 3-3 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y Attach Moldboard T ilt Cylinder with the Rod End attach ed to the Moldboard (Figure Asm-0 002) or optional Manual Adjusting links. Attach the Moldboa rd Pivot Cylinder as shown in Figure Asm-0003 or optional Manual Adjustin g Links. Attach the Mainframe Swing Cylinde[...]

ASSEMBLY 160 Series 08/10 Assembly Section 3-4 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y Gauge Wheel (Extra Equipment) Mounting Holes have been provided for mountin g the Gauge Wheel to the Mainframe. Dual or Single Wheels with lam ina te d pu nc tu re pr oo f o r pn eu m at ic tires are optional. Assembly of the Hydraulic Cylinder to the Gauge Whee l Be[...]

ASSEMBLY 160 Series 08/10 Assembly Section 3-5 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y Hydraulic Control V alv e (Extra Equipment) A 3 S pool 4 way Hydraulic Control V alve, open center or closed center , is available a s Accessory Equipment. This allows you to oper ate 4 Hydrau lic Cylinders from two remote ou tlets. Connect the 3 S pool V alve to one[...]

ASSEMBLY 160 Series 08/10 Assembly Section 3-6 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. ASSEMBL Y W r ist Pin & Bushing Arrangement[...]

Operation Section 4-1 OPERA TION SECTION[...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-2 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION BUSH HOG 160 SERIES REAR MOUNTED BLADE OPERA T ION INSTRUCTIONS Y our Bush Hog 160 Series should now be assembled and inspected for any evidence of defective or damaged part s before use. Any eviden ce of damage should be repo rted to your dealer immediately . Af[...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-3 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 1. S tandard Equipment and S pecifications Max. 2-Wheel Drive T ractor HP: (PTO) 8’ 190 HP (PTO) 10’ 160 HP Max. Front Wheel Assist T ractor: HP (PTO) 8 ’ 162 HP HP (PTO) 10’ 136 HP Moldboard Wid th 8’ or 10’ Moldboard Dimension 1/2” x 18” Cutting [...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-4 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 2. OPERA TOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualifi ed operator . A qualified operator ha s read and understands th e implement and tractor Operator ’s Ma nuals and is experienced in implement and tractor operation and all as[...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-5 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3. TRACT OR REQUIREMENTS Operating the blade with a tractor th at does not meet the following requirement s may cause tractor or blade damage and be a potential danger to the operator and p assersby . T ractor Requirement s and Cap abilities • ASABE approved Rol[...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-6 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 3.3 T ractor 3-Point Hitch The tractor 3-point hitch must be ra ted to lift at least 1409 lbs. for the 8’ and 15 2 9 lbs. for th e 10 ’. The 160 Series can att ach to tractor’s with either a CA T II or III hitch. Refer to the tractor operator ’s manual fo[...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-7 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 4.1 Boarding the T r actor Use both hands and equippe d handrails and steps for supp ort when boarding the tractor . Never use control levers for support wh en mounting the tractor . Seat your self in the operator ’s seat and secure the seat belt around you. Nev[...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-8 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 5. ST ARTING THE TRACTOR The operat or must have a co mplete under standing of the placem ent, function , and operatio nal use of all tractor cont rols before starting th e tractor . Review the tractor operator’s manual and consul t an authorized dealer for tra[...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-9 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 6.1 Connecting the Rear Blade 1. Shorten or remove the tra ctor drawba r to avoid interference when ra ising and lowering the rear blade. 2. Board the t ra cto r an d s tart t he en g i ne. P osition the tractor to the blade with the 3-point lif t arms positioned [...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-10 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 7. PRE-OPERA TION INSPECTION AND SERVICE Before each use, a pre- operation inspection and service of the implement and tractor must be perform ed. This includes routine mainten ance and scheduled lubricat ion, inspecting that all safety devices are equipped and [...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-11 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 7.2 Blade Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Before each blade u se, a comp lete inspectio n and service is re quired to en sure the b lade is in a good and safe working condition. Damaged and/or br oken parts should be re paired and/or replace d immediately . T o [...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-12 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION T r actor PRE-OPERA TIO N Inspection T ractor ID#:___________ _____________Make:________________________ Date:______________________________Shift:________________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engin e is off, all rotation has s[...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-13 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Blade & Box Blade PRE- OPERA TION Inspection Blade ID#:_______________________Make:__________________________ Date: ___________________________Shift:___________________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sur e the tractor engin e is off, all rotat[...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-14 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport requ ires the operator possess a thoro ugh knowledge of the mode l being operated and precautions to t ake while driving with an att ached implem ent. Ensure the tractor has the cap acity to handle the [...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-15 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8.1 St arting the T ractor The procedure to st art the tractor is model specific. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for st arting procedures for your p articular tractor . Consult an authorized dealer if the st arting procedure is unclear . Ensure the 3-po[...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-16 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 8.3 Driving the T ractor and Blade S tart o ff driving at a slow spee d and gradually increase your speed while m aintaining complete control of the tractor and blad e. Moving slow ly at first will also prevent the tractor from re ar ing up and loss of ste ering[...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-17 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.1 Operating the Blade Only operate the blade from the tractor ope rator’s seat with the seatbelt securely fastened. The tractor must be equipped with a ROPS in the raised position or a ROPS cab. Ditching (V -T ype Ditch) Rotate Moldboard to desired ang le (ri[...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-18 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 9.2 Shutting Down the Implement Park the tractor on a leve l surface, place the transmission in park or neu tral and apply the parking br ake, lower the attached implement to the ground, shut down the engine, remove the key , and wait for all motion to come to a[...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-19 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION When transporting, only raise the blade enough to clear ground obst acles to prevent tipping, especially when traveling throug h ro u gh terr a in. 1 1. BLADE ST ORAGE Properly prep aring and storing the bla de at the end of the season is critic al to maint ainin[...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-20 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Before transp orting the tractor on a public r oadway or boarding a trailer for tran sport, the tract or brake pedals should be lo cked together . Locking the pedals ensures tha t both wheels brake simultaneou sly while stopping, especially when making an emerge[...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-21 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION The SMV (Slow-Moving V ehicle) emblem is universal symbol used to aler t drivers of the presence of equipm ent traveling on roadways at a slow speed. SMV signs are a triangular br ight orange with r eflective r ed trim f or both ea sy day an d night visibility . [...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-22 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Reduce speed before tur ning or ap plying th e brake s. Ensure that both brake pedals ar e locked together when operating on public roads. O PS-U- 0023 12.2 Hauling the T racto r and Implement Before transporting a loade d tractor and implement, measure the heig[...]

OPERATION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-23 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION Arrange the cha ins so that when tightened, the chains are pulling downward and against themselves. Ca refully tighten the securing chain s or other fasteners using boomers or binders to apply maximum tension. Use extreme care when attaching and re moving the sec[...]

OPERA TION 160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-24 © 2010 Alamo Group In c. OPERA TION 13. T roubleshooting Guide Problem Pos sible Cause Remedy Shearing M/B Carrier Lack of lu brication Lubricate Pivot Pin Pivot Pin Bolt Bolt not tightened properly T ighten Bolt to proper torque Bent Moldboard Small curve is normal from weld pul l Can be removed [...]

Maintenanc e Sec tio n 5- 1 MAINTENANCE SECTION[...]

MAINTENANCE 160 Series 08/10 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Lubrication The Bush Hog 16 0 Series is a rugged , dependable Blade that should pe rform satisfactorily with the following preventive maintenance: Lubricate the Moldboard Pivot Pin (Figur e Mnt- 0002) and the Moldboard T ilt Pin (Figure Mnt- 0001) after every [...]

MAINTENANCE 160 Series 08/10 Maintenance Section 5-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Proper T orque For Fasteners The chart lists the correct tightening to rque for fastener s. When bolts are to be tightene d or replaced, refer to this chart to determine the grade of bolts and the prop er torque except when specific torque values are assigned [...]

BUSH HOG LIMITED W ARRANTY 1. LIMITED W ARRANTIES 1.01. Bush Hog warrants for one year from the purchase date to t he original non-commercial, govern mental, or municipal purchaser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original comme rcial or industrial purchaser (“Purchaser”) that the goods pur- chased are free from defects in m[...]

T O THE OWNER/OPERA T OR/DEALER T o keep your implement running ef ficiently and safe ly , read your manual thoroughly and follow th ese directions and the Safety Messages in this Manual. T he T able of Contents clearly identi fies each section where you ca n easily find the informa tio n yo u ne ed . The OCCUP A TIONAL SAFETY AND HEAL TH ACT ( 192[...]

160 SERIES - SOM-08/10 P/N 00786976C Printed U.S.A 160 SERIES REAR MOUNTED BLADE[...]