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- Page 1 BUSH HOG ® 280 SERIES ROTARY CUTTERS Operator’s Manual ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE $4.00 Part No. 95355...
- Page 2 If your manual should become lost or destroyed, Bush Hog will be glad to provide you with a new copy. Order from Bush Hog, P. O. Box 1039, Selma, Alabama 36702-1039.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
It is the Retail Customer’s responsibility to deliver the product to the authorized Bush Hog Dealer, from whom he purchased it, for service or replacement of defective parts which are covered by warranty. -
Page 4: Warranty
2. If the unit has been subjected to misapplication, abuse, misuse, negligence, fire or other accident. 3. If parts not made or supplied by Bush Hog have been used in connection with the unit, if, in the sole judge- ment of Bush Hog such use affects its performance, stability or reliability. -
Page 5: Dealer Preparation Check List
For Non-Agricultural use, OSHA, ASAE, SAE and ANSI standards require the use of Chain Guards or other protective guards at all times. Bush Hog strongly recommends the use of such guards for Agricultural uses as well, to reduce the risk of property damage, serious bodily injury or even death from objects thrown out by or from con- tact with the cutting blades. -
Page 6: Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This symbol is used to call attention to safe- ty precautions that should be followed by the operator to avoid accidents. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and heed its advice. Failure to comply with safety precautions could result in serious bodily injury. -
Page 7: Federal Laws And Regulations
IMPORTANT FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS* CONCERNING EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES AND OPERATIONS. *(This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of the following federal laws and regulations. It is not intended as a legal interpretation of the laws and should not be considered as such). U.S. -
Page 8: Introduction & Description
INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION 1-1 INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Bush Hog cus- tomer. Your 280 Series Rotary Cutter has been carefully designed to give maximum service with minimum down time. This manual is provided to give you the necessary operating and maintenance instructions for keeping your rotary cutter in top operating condition. -
Page 9: Preparation For Use
PREPARATION FOR USE 2-1 ATTACHING TO TRACTOR WARNING NEVER STAND BETWEEN TRACTOR AND CUTTER WHILE TRACTOR IS BEING BACKED TO HITCH. WARNING ADDITIONAL TRACTOR FRONT BALLAST MAY BE NEEDED FOR STABLE OPERATION AND TRANSPORT OF THE 3-POINT HITCH MOUNTED CUTTER. SEE TRACTOR OPERA- TOR’S MANUAL FOR RECOMMENDED WEIGHTS. - Page 10 6 inches (15cm) overlap. Figure 2-4). If driveline has been marked for cutting, overlap will be the distance between two marks. If driveline has less than minimum overlap, do not use. Contact authorized Bush Hog dealer. Figure 2-4 Minimum Overlap NOTE If driveline is the correct length, omit the following steps “I”...
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Page 11: Iii.operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-1 GENERAL SAFETY Only qualified people should operate this machine. Operator should wear hard hat, safety glasses and safety shoes. It is recommended that tractor be equipped with Rollover Protective Systems (ROPS) and a seat belt be used. Before beginning opera- tion, clear work area of objects that may be picked up and thrown. -
Page 12: Transporting
4. Inspect blades for wear. Replace if necessary per paragraph 4-4. Always replace both blades on spindle with two blades equal in weight. Use only genuine Bush Hog replacement parts. 5. Make certain driveline shields are in place and in good repair to minimize entanglement injuries to persons by rotating drivelines. -
Page 13: Blade Holder Assembly Removal And Installation
Always replace both blades on a spindle using two blades having the same weight. Use only gen- uine Bush Hog replacement parts. A. Raise cutter and securely block in position. Figure 4-1 Lubrication... -
Page 14: Slip Clutch Adjustment
Occasional slippage is normal for drivetrain protection. If satisfactory results cannot be obtained, consult your Bush Hog dealer. Do not overtighten nut and cause spring to become solid as this will cause shaft to fail. -
Page 15: Safety Precautions
14. Before operating, read the maintenance section of this manual to be sure that any parts requiring lubrication have been properly lubricated. BEFORE OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT, IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE PROPER ASSEMBLY OR OPERATION, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED BUSH HOG DEALER OR REPRESENTATIVE. PRE-ASSEMBLY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION ATTEMPTING MACHINE ASSEMBLY. -
Page 16: Assembly
IMPORTANT Tighten all fasteners to specifications on Torque Chart unless otherwise indicated. 5-1 3-POINT LIFT MODELS (285 & 286) A. Attach A-frame struts to mounting brackets using 5/8” x 2” capscrews and locknuts as shown. (Figure 5-1) B. Place flex link and pivot tube between top of A- frame struts. -
Page 17: Point Lift Model (287)
5-2 3-POINT LIFT MODELS (287) A. Attach A-frame struts to mounting brackets using 5/8” x 2” capscrews and locknuts as shown. (Fig. 5-1) B. Place flex link and pivot tube between top of A- frame struts. Place support yokes on outside of A- frame struts. -
Page 18: Semi-Mount Model (287)
5-3 SEMI-MOUNT MODEL (287) A. For mounting dual tailwheels, position tailwheel brackets at the rear tubes located in the strong- backs. (Figure 5-2) Align holes in tailwheel weld- ment with holes in strongback. Install pivot bushings and fasten with 3/4” x 8” capscrews and flange lock- nuts. -
Page 19: Front Belting Installation
ASAE, SAE AND ANSI STANDARDS REQUIRE THE USE OF CHAIN GUARDS OR OTHER PROTECTIVE GUARDS AT ALL TIMES. BUSH HOG STRONGLY RECOM- MENDS THE USE OF SUCH GUARDS FOR AGRICULTURAL USES AS WELL, TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAM-... -
Page 20: Safety Decals
To promote safe operation, Bush Hog supplies safety decals on all products manufactured. Because damage can occur to safety decals either through shipment, use or reconditioning, Bush Hog will, upon request, provide safety decals for any of our products in the field at no charge. Contact your authorized Bush Hog dealer for more information. -
Page 21: Torque Specifications
*Use 75% of the specified torque value for plated fasteners. Use 85% of the specificed torque values for lubricated fasteners. Proper toque for American fasteners used on Bush Hog equipment. Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds (Newton Meters).* BOLT DIAMETER WRENCH (IN.) “B”... - Page 22 MODEL 287 QUICK HITCH ASSEMBLY NOTE Pivot arm must be assembled as shown so that it will pivot upward as the hitch assembly flexes. Pointed end must be to the top. End Pointing Upward Pivot Arm...
- Page 23 BUSH HOG DIVISION OF P.O. Box 1039 Selma, AL 36702-1039 Telephone (334) 872-6261...