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OPERATOR'S MANUAL BUSH HOG® MS250G MS500G MS800G MS500P MS800P Compact Manure Spreader Rev Apr-2021 Document Number: Z97907 Keep this manual with the machine at all times...
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If your manual should become lost or destroyed, Bush Hog will be glad to provide you with a new copy. Order from Bush Hog, 2501 Griffin Ave., Selma, Alabama 36703.
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.
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. Repairs to be submit- ted for warranty consideration must be made within forty-five (45) days of failure.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Introduction Compact Manure Spreader 2.2 Delivery Inspection Report Bush Hog MS Series Manure Spreader This form must be filled out by the dealer at the time of delivery, then signed by the dealer and customer.
The following example decal provides additional information for the operator or While you become familiar with your Bush Hog product, notice explains the operation of a control. that there are numerous decals located on the machine. There are different types of decals for safety, information, and product identification.
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of DANGER – your Bush Hog product. YOU must make sure that anyone who is going to use, maintain, or work around the machine is familiar Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, with the operating and maintenance procedures and related will result in death or serious injury.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Safety Compact Manure Spreader 3.4 Safety Rules • Keep a first-aid kit available for use, should the need arise, and know how to use it. CAUTION! • Keep a fire extinguisher available for use, should Hearing loss hazard.
3.7 Safety Training Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of Bush Hog products. Unfortunately, efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act. • It is the operator's responsibility to read, understand, and follow ALL safety and operating instructions in this manual.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Safety Compact Manure Spreader 3.8 Sign-Off Form The design and manufacture of this product conforms to the Everyone who uses the machine must read and thoroughly applicable provisions in the following standards: understand all safety, operation, and maintenance information in this manual.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Safety Compact Manure Spreader 3.9 Safety Sign Explanations Practicing good safety means becoming familiar with safety The top panel (or left-hand panel for horizontal signs) shows the signs (decals) and warnings, and being aware of situations that safety alert (the potential hazard), and the bottom (or right-hand) require alertness.
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MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Safety Compact Manure Spreader 1. WARNING! 4. WARNING! Risk of entanglement in beater-bar Risk of serious injury or death if the paddles. power take-off (PTO) is not stopped and disengaged. Keep hands, loose clothing, and long hair...
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Safety Compact Manure Spreader 7. CAUTION! IMPORTANT! If parts are replaced that have safety signs on them, new signs must be applied. Safety signs must Risk of being caught in rotating parts always be replaced if they become damaged, are removed, resulting in serious injury.
Familiarization Compact Manure Spreader 4. Familiarization A Bush Hog Compact Manure Spreader is a light-duty trailer 4.2 Operator Orientation designed to hold, transport, and spread manure or other similar material. A set of beater-bar paddles at the back of the main box IMPORTANT! The directions for left-hand side, right-hand spread the manure.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Attaching to a Tow Vehicle Compact Manure Spreader 5. Attaching to a Tow Vehicle 1. Keep bystanders clear of the area. WARNING! 2. Make sure that there is enough space and clearance to Never let anyone stand between the tractor and safely back up to the tow vehicle.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P PTO Shaft Compact Manure Spreader 6. PTO Shaft Before installing the PTO shaft, make sure that it is the correct 5. Subtract B from the uncut PTO shaft measurement A. size. (A – B).
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P PTO Shaft Compact Manure Spreader 6.2 Installing a PTO Shaft Make sure that the equipment is in the following state: • The tractor is turned off and the parking brake is applied. • The PTO shaft shielding is in good condition and able to turn freely, independent of the PTO shaft.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Controls Compact Manure Spreader 7. Controls 7.2 PTO-drive Models WARNING! For information about operation of the PTO control, see the Do not operate the machine until you are tractor operator's manual. thoroughly familiar with the position and function of the various controls.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Operating Instructions Compact Manure Spreader 8. Operating Instructions The operator is responsible for being familiar with and • Do not allow anyone within 20 ft (6 m) of the manure following all operating and safety procedures.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Operating Instructions Compact Manure Spreader 8.3 Stopping in an Emergency 8.5 Machine Break-In If an emergency occurs: Although there are no operational restrictions on the manure spreader when it is used for the first time, it is recommended 1.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Operating Instructions Compact Manure Spreader 8.6 Loading • Be cautious of foreign objects in the manure that could jam the beaters and potentially damage the machine. Smaller objects could be thrown toward the driver.
Some manure is finer or more fluid. In this case, an optional end gate can be installed to prevent the manure from draining out during loading. For more information about accessories for your manure spreader, contact your Bush Hog dealer or go to www.BushHog.com. 01389 Fig.
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Some manure is finer or more fluid. In this case, an optional end gate can be installed to prevent the manure from draining out during loading. For more information about accessories for your manure spreader, contact your Bush Hog dealer or go to www.BushHog.com. 01389...
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Operating Instructions Compact Manure Spreader 8.8 Removing a Jam Ground-drive Models 1. Stop the tow vehicle, apply the parking brake, and then turn Use the following procedure if manure or other material in the off the engine.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Operating Instructions Compact Manure Spreader 8.9 Transporting 8.10 Storage IMPORTANT! During cold weather months, never store IMPORTANT! Equipment that is transported on a public manure in the manure spreader between unloading times. A roadway must comply with the local laws that govern the frozen load can cause equipment damage.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Service and Maintenance Compact Manure Spreader 9. Service and Maintenance 9.2 Grease Type WARNING! Use an SAE multi-purpose high temperature grease with extreme Risk of serious personal injury. Stop engine pressure (EP) performance. Alternatively, an SAE multipurpose before performing ANY service or maintenance lithium-based grease is acceptable.
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MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Service and Maintenance Compact Manure Spreader 9.3.1 Grease Points Number Every 50 hours of Location of Grease IMPORTANT! Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing. Operation or Annually Points Pump one shot of grease per fitting.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Service and Maintenance Compact Manure Spreader 9.4 Roller Chain 9.5 Apron Chain Lubricate the roller chains every 50 hours or monthly. Use a Lubricate the apron chain every 50 hours or monthly. Use a good quality chain lubricant for the best performance.
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MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Service and Maintenance Compact Manure Spreader 9.5.2 Tensioning the Apron Chain 9.5.3 Shortening the Apron Chain Over time the apron chain can stretch. If it stretches to a point IMPORTANT! Adjust both sides the same amount to keep where no further adjustment is possible, links must be removed the loading even.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Service and Maintenance Compact Manure Spreader 9.6 Main Box Sealing Flap Drive Belt Periodically check the condition of the front main-box sealing WARNING! flap. Replace the sealing flap if the sides or bottom of the main box are not adequately sealed.
For optimal performance, inspect the beater-bar paddles on a regular basis and replace paddles that are worn or damaged. Recheck the drive-belt tension after 10 hours of use. Contact your Bush Hog dealer to purchase replacement paddles. 01398 Fig. 31 – Tensioning a Drive Belt 1.
Bush Hog. Before you call, have The following table provides possible causes and solutions for the serial number for your manure spreader handy. For more some of the common problems you may encounter.
MS250G, MS500G, MS800G, MS500P , MS800P Specifications Compact Manure Spreader 11.2 Common Bolt Torque Values Imperial Bolt Torque Specifi cations Checking Bolt Torque Torque Value Bolt SAE Gr. 2 SAE Gr. 5 SAE Gr. 8 The tables shown give correct torque values for various Diameter bolts and capscrews.