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Published 12/21
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BUSH HOG
2501 Griffin Ave.
Selma, AL 36703
334-874-2700
www.bushhog.com
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
© 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
3510R, 13510R
ROTARY MOWER
MODELS
3510-OR
Part No. 50076713
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  • Page 1 MODELS 3510R, 13510R 3510-OR ROTARY MOWER Published 12/21 Part No. 50076713 OPERATOR’S MANUAL ® BUSH HOG 2501 Griffin Ave. Selma, AL 36703 334-874-2700 www.bushhog.com © 2021 Alamo Group Inc. $0.00...
  • Page 2 PELIGRO DANGER Si vous ne pouvez pas lire Si no puede leer inglés: antes de poner en l'anglais: avant d'utiliser funcionamiento este equipo, solicite que l'équipement, demandez à une alguien le traduzca los mensajes de personne de vous traduire les seguridad o vaya al sitio web para consultar messages de sécurité...
  • Page 5 A Manual canister is provided on the implement where this manual can be properly stored. If you lose or damage this manual a free replacement manual can be obtained from an authorized Bush Hog dealer or by down loading the manual from the Bush Hog website www.bushhog.com...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents SAFETY SECTION..............................1-1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES..................1-2 OPERATOR SAFETY ..............................1-3 CONNECTION OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY ................1-4 RUSHING HAZARDS ..............................1-5 THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS..........................1-6 RUN OVER HAZARDS..............................1-8 PTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS ...........................1-9 MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS .........................1-10 HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARDS ........................1-11 ELECTRICAL &...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Setting Deck Pitch ..............................4-14 DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT ............................4-15 Driveline Length Check ............................4-15 Constant Velocity (CV) Driveline ..........................4-17 PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE ....................4-18 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service ......................4-19 Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service .......................4-19 Cutting Component Inspection ..........................4-23 Blade Bolt Inspection ..............................4-25 DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT ......................4-28 Starting the Tractor ..............................4-29 Brake and Differential Lock Setting ........................4-29...

  • Page 9: Safety Section

    SAFETY SECTION 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-1 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 10: General Safety Instructions And Practices

    SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES A careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions.

  • Page 11: Operator Safety

    SAFETY OPERATOR SAFETY 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-3 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 12: Connection Or Disconnecting Implement Safety

    SAFETY CONNECTION OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-4 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 13: Rushing Hazards

    SAFETY CRUSHING HAZARDS 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-5 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 14: Thrown Objects Hazards

    SAFETY THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-6 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 15 SAFETY THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS (CONTINUED) 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-7 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 16: Run Over Hazards

    SAFETY RUN OVER HAZARDS 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-8 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 17: Pto Entanglement Hazards

    SAFETY PTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-9 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 18: Mower Blade Contact Hazards

    SAFETY MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-10 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 19: High Pressure Oil Leak Hazards

    SAFETY HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARDS 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-11 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 20: Electrical & Fire Hazards

    SAFETY ELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARDS 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-12 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 21: Transporting Hazards

    SAFETY TRANSPORTING HAZARDS 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-13 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 22: Hazards With Maintenance Of Implement

    SAFETY HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-14 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 23: Parts Information

    PARTS INFORMATION PARTS INFORMATION Bush Hog mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Bush Hog specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of “will fit”...

  • Page 24: Decal Location

    SAFETY Decal Location NOTE:Bush Hog supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Bush Hog cares about the safety of its customers, operators, and bystanders, and will replace the safety decals on this product in the field, free of charge (Some shipping and handling charges may apply).
  • Page 25 SAFETY ITEM PART NO. LEVEL DESCRIPTION D559 WARNING Genuine Bush Hog Parts 50076711 NAME 3510 Model Name 50076712 NAME 13510 Model Name D614 DANGER Thrown Object Hazard 50081789 INFORMATION Warranty, 10 Year Gearbox D546 DANGER Guard Missing-Do Not Operate D547...

  • Page 26: Decal Description

    SAFETY DECAL DESCRIPTION DANGER TO AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY FROM DRIVELINE CONTACT, DRIVELINE SEPARATION OR PTO STUB SHAFT FAILURE: STOP, LOOK and LISTEN for rotating motion before approaching implement. STAY AWAY and KEEP hands, feet and body AWAY from driveline & rotating parts until all moving elements have stopped.
  • Page 27 SAFETY 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-19 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 28 SAFETY WARNING TO AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY FROM HIGH PRESSURE HYDRAULIC OIL LEAKS PENETRATING SKIN: DO NOT OPERATE equipment with oil or fuel leaks. KEEP all hydraulic hoses, lines and connections in good condition and tight before applying system pressure. Relieve hydraulic pressure before disconnecting lines or working on the system.
  • Page 29 SAFETY WARNING TO AVOID EQUIPMENT AND GRASS FIRES: CLEAR AWAY grass or debris from slip clutches, gearboxes, drivelines and decks. TO AVOID FIRE IGNITION: DO NOT ALLOW BLADES TO CONTACT rocks,metal or solid objects. D553_3 IMPORTANT D553_4 Required for Standard Pull Type Units. 14"...
  • Page 30 SAFETY DANGER DANGER THROWN OBJECTS HAZARD D549_1 Mower can throw objects up to 300 feet. TO AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY to operator or bystanders: STOP mowing if bystanders or traffic come within 300 feet. DO NOT OPERATE with thrown object shielding removed. KEEP thrown object shielding in place and in good condition during operation.
  • Page 31 SAFETY ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD TO AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY: DO NOT operate without guards in place and in good condition. PTO and gearbox guarding are SUBJECT TO WEAR. STAY AWAY and KEEP hands, feet and body AWAY from rotating blades, drivelines and parts that continue to move Tractor PTO Guard after power shut-off.
  • Page 32 SAFETY WARNING WARNING TO AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY TO AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY FROM BLADE ATTACHMENT FAILURE: FROM BLADE ATTACHMENT FAILURE: Torque pan nut (450 ft lbs) and Torque pan nut (450 ft lbs) and blade nut (600 ft lbs) after first 8 hours blade nut (600 ft lbs) after first 8 hours of use to ensure proper seating and of use to ensure proper seating and...
  • Page 33 SAFETY D1085 WARNING Crushing Hazard To avoid injury from Shipping mower falling over: Bracket DO NOT store mower vertically on shipping brackets. Store mower lying down. D454 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Safety Section 1-25 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 34 SAFETY PELIGRO DANGER Si vous ne pouvez pas lire Si no puede leer inglés: antes de poner en l'anglais: avant d'utiliser funcionamiento este equipo, solicite que l'équipement, demandez à une alguien le traduzca los mensajes de personne de vous traduire les seguridad o vaya al sitio web para consultar messages de sécurité...

  • Page 35: Federal Laws And Regulations

    SAFETY Federal Laws and Regulations This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of federal laws and regulations concerning employer and employee equipment operators. This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the law and should not be considered as such.
  • Page 37 Contents Acknowledgment ......2 Foreword ........2 Safety Alerts.

  • Page 38: Safety Alerts

    Safety Alerts Symbol Signal Words This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! Signal words are distinctive words that will typically be STAY ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” found on safety signs on the mower and other worksite equipment. These words may also be found in this The Safety Alert Symbol identifi es important safety manual and the manufacturer’s manuals.

  • Page 39: The Industrial/Agricultural Mower

    The Industrial/Agricultural Mower Industrial/Agricultural Mower Types Mowers are used for pasture clipping, crop residue shredding, heavy brush cutting, waterways, right-of- Flail ways, roadside or highway mowing. Also, these mowers are used for cutting grass and other growth in public areas such as parks and cemeteries. Boom Rotary Sickle Bar...

  • Page 40: Follow A Safety Program

    Follow A Safety Program Protect Yourself Wear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions. You must ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields. You may also need: — Hard hat —...
  • Page 41 Follow A Safety Program Avoid Injury From Raised Equipment Avoid Injury From High Pressure Fluid Avoid possible crushing injury from falling mower or Avoid fl uid injection injury due to high pressure fl uid leaks. other raised equipment. High Pressure Fluid Can Inject into the Body Avoid Crushing –...
  • Page 42 Follow A Safety Program Be Alert! For Safe Operation Know where to get assistance. Know how to use a fi rst You must be a qualifi ed and authorized operator for aid kit and fi re extinguisher/fi re suppression system. proper operation of your machine.
  • Page 43 Follow A Safety Program Some Rules You Must Work By (continued) Keep — Only qualifi ed and authorized individuals may operate Children this equipment. Away from — Never allow children to play on, ride on or operate Equipment the equipment. Children are not qualifi ed to operate this equipment.

  • Page 44: Prepare For Safe Operation

    Prepare For Safe Operation Check The Mower And Tractor Equipment Before beginning your work day inspect the machine Walk-Around and have all systems in good operational condition. Inspection WARNING! Prevent possible crushing injury from falling equipment. Hydraulic system or part failure could cause unsupported equipment to fall.
  • Page 45 Prepare For Safe Operation Know The Work Area Correct unsafe conditions. Do not operate in problem areas where debris and obstacles cannot be removed Before you operate the mower thoroughly inspect or marked. the work area. Walk around the area and inspect the Analyze mowing area to determine: surfaces you will travel on when using the mower.
  • Page 46 Prepare For Safe Operation Tractor And Mower Controls Safety Test — Raise and lower mower to check for driveline bottoming out or engagement problems. Start the tractor following the specifi c procedures in the — Check the equipment for excessive vibration and manufacturer’s operator’s manual.
  • Page 47 Prepare For Safe Operation Hitching Mower To Tractor Read and Three-point hitch-mounted mowers: Understand Manuals Before — Refer to mower and tractor manufacturers’ manuals. Operating — Place tractor’s hydraulic power lift (rockshaft) selector lever in down position to avoid unexpected movement.

  • Page 48: Start Safely

    Start Safely Make The Right Start Mow only in daylight or good artifi cial light conditions. Rotating Blades – Avoid serious injury or death from mower-thrown Keep Away objects or blade contact: — Keep chain shields, fl exible or solid defl ector shields or discharge chutes in place and in good repair.
  • Page 49 Operate Safely Mower-Thrown Objects (continued) Disc Mowers — When using a disc mower it is Do Not Mow important to know the area to be mowed. If the operator in Reverse has mowed the fi eld before and is familiar with all obstacles that may be present, it is suffi cient to watch ahead of the mower path for any additional objects that may have entered the fi eld.
  • Page 50 Operate Safely Under Mount Mower Safety Practices When mowing with an under mount mower: Never Stand — Keep removable discharge chute in place and over on Mower – Keep Away discharge opening. — Never stand on a mower housing when the tractor engine is operating.
  • Page 51 Operate Safely Wing And Side Mount Mowers Safety Practices 300 ft (92 m) Raised wing positions reduce shielding protection and Keep Bystanders increases the thrown object and blade contact hazard Away from risks. Mowing Area Avoid possible serious injury or death by thrown objects or blade contact from raising and lowering wings during mowing operations: —...
  • Page 52 Operate Safely Uneven Terrain Mowing Safety Practices (continued) Maintain — Use extreme care to maintain control over the Control, Use Low equipment when operating in these conditions. Speeds — Increase tractor stability by adding wheel weights, ballast and increasing wheel spacing to maximum. Refer to operator’s manual for recommendations.

  • Page 53: Park Safely

    Park Safely Parking Safety Practices — Use designated or out-of-traffi c areas. — Use fi rm level ground locations. Parking Brake — Set parking brake. — Lower raised equipment to ground. Shut down the mower and tractor using proper equipment shut down practice before dismounting tractor.

  • Page 54: Perform Maintenance Safely

    Shut Down Safely Dismounting Properly — Never dismount from moving equipment. Wait for — Never jump from any machines. Moving Parts to Stop — Dismount carefully. — Check for slippery steps. — Keep feet and hands away from controls. — Use handholds and steps during dismount. —...
  • Page 55 Perform Maintenance Safely Prepare Yourself Wear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions. You must ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields. You may also need: — Hard hat — Safety shoes —...
  • Page 56 Perform Maintenance Safely Prepare The Machine — Securely support, block up, or lock up mower wings with approved locking devices before working near or Stored energy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, underneath a wing mower. pneumatic, chemical, thermal, etc.) must be controlled —...
  • Page 57 Perform Maintenance Safely Perform Maintenance Safely Use Proper Ventilation Make sure the hoists or jacks you use are in good repair. Never use jacks with cracked, bent, or twisted parts. If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, Never use frayed, twisted or pinched cables.
  • Page 58 Perform Maintenance Safely Hydraulic System Hazards When venting or fi lling the hydraulic system, loosen the fi ller cap slowly and remove it gradually. The hydraulic system is under pressure whenever the Never reset any relief valve in the hydraulic system to a engine is operating and may hold pressure even after the pressure higher than recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 59 Perform Maintenance Safely Avoid Explosion — Observe the polarity of the batteries and connections. — Make the fi nal cable connection to the engine or the WARNING! Avoid possible serious injury from furthest ground point away from the battery. Never explosion.
  • Page 60 Perform Maintenance Safely Tire And Wheel Maintenance (continued) Never cut or weld on a wheel with an infl ated tire mounted on it. This could cause explosive WARNING! The types of wheels and tires usually decompression. found on this equipment require special care when Check that the tire size and wheel are correctly matched.

  • Page 61: Final Word To The User

    Perform Maintenance Safely Mower Blade Maintenance (continued) — Avoid bending blades. Help prevent mower blades from bending or cracking by avoiding contact with — How are mower blades made? solid objects. Mower blades are intended to cut Mower blades are made of high strength alloy spring grass, shrubs, woody vegetation, and small trees and steel.

  • Page 63: Reconocimiento

    Contenido Reconocimiento ....... 2 Introducción ........2 Alertas de seguridad .

  • Page 64: Alertas De Seguridad

    Alertas de seguridad Símbolo Palabras indicativas Este símbolo de alerta de seguridad signifi ca: Las palabras indicativas son palabras distintivas que “¡ATENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERTA! ¡SU típicamente se encontrarán en letreros de seguridad SEGURIDAD ESTÁ EN RIESGO!” de la cortadora de césped y otros equipos del sitio de trabajo.

  • Page 65: Cortadora De Césped Industrial/Para Agricultura

    Cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura Tipos de cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura Las cortadoras de césped se usan para recortar pasturas, Triturador desmenuzar residuos de cultivos, cortar arbustos, realizar desbroce pesado, cortar la hierba en vías de agua, derechos de paso, costados de caminos o autopistas. Además, estas cortadoras se usan para cortar la hierba y otras plantas en zonas públicas como parques y cementerios.

  • Page 66: Cumplimiento Del Programa De Seguridad

    Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Protéjase a sí mismo Use la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le proporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales. Puede necesitar también: —...
  • Page 67 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Evite las lesiones provocadas por equipos elevados Si un fl uido se inyecta en la piel, debe ser extraído dentro de pocas horas por personal médico Evite posibles lesiones de aplastamiento por caídas de la familiarizado con este tipo de lesión.
  • Page 68 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad ¡Manténgase alerta! Para una operación segura Sepa dónde obtener asistencia. Sepa cómo usar un Usted debe ser un operador cualifi cado y autorizado equipo de primeros auxilios y un extintor de incendios/ para operar la máquina correctamente. Debe comprender sistema de supresión de fuego.
  • Page 69 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Algunas reglas que debe cumplir al trabajar (continuación) Mantenga — Únicamente personas cualifi cadas y autorizadas a los niños alejados pueden manejar estos equipos. de los equipos — Nunca permita que los niños jueguen en los equipos, viajen en ellos o los hagan funcionar.

  • Page 70: Preparación Para Una Operación Segura

    Preparación para una operación segura Revise los equipos de la cortadora de césped y el marcadas; incluya los pernos y sujetadores de las hojas. Nunca enderece o suelde en las hojas. tractor — Asegúrese de que el escudo para objetos que son Antes de comenzar la jornada de trabajo, inspeccione la arrojados se encuentre correctamente instalado y en buen máquina y asegúrese de que todos los sistemas estén en...
  • Page 71 Preparación para una operación segura Familiarícese con la zona de trabajo Corrija las condiciones no seguras. No opere en áreas con problemas donde no se puedan retirar o marcar los Antes de hacer funcionar la cortadora de césped, residuos y los obstáculos. inspeccione cuidadosamente la zona de trabajo.
  • Page 72 Preparación para una operación segura Prueba de seguridad de los controles del tractor y de la cortadora de césped Use el ROPS Arranque el tractor siguiendo los procedimientos y el cinturón de seguridad específi cos del manual del operador del fabricante. Estos procedimientos normalmente incluyen: —...
  • Page 73 Preparación para una operación segura Enganche de la cortadora de césped al tractor Lea y asegúrese Cortadoras montadas en enganche de tres puntos: de comprender los — Consulte los manuales de los fabricantes de la manuales antes de comenzar la cortadora y del tractor.

  • Page 74: Arranque Con Seguridad

    Arranque con seguridad Cómo realizar un arranque correcto Corte la hierba únicamente con luz diurna o en condiciones de buena luz artifi cial. Hojas giratorias – Manténgase Evite lesiones graves o muerte producidas por objetos arrojados por la cortadora o por el contacto con las hojas: —...
  • Page 75 Operación con seguridad Objetos arrojados por la cortadora de césped Apague la TDF, espere que las hojas dejen de girar, eleve la cortadora y, después, retroceda. (continuación) Corte desplazándose en sentido de avance. Cortadoras de disco — Cuando se usa una cortadora de disco, es importante conocer la zona donde se va a cortar.
  • Page 76 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para la cortadora de césped de montaje inferior Nunca se pare sobre la cortadora Cuando se traslada con una cortadora de césped de de césped – montaje inferior: Manténgase alejado — Mantenga la rampa de descarga extraíble en su lugar y por encima de la abertura de descarga.
  • Page 77 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para cortadoras de 300 ft césped con laterales y montaje lateral (92 m) Mantenga a las personas ajenas Las posiciones elevadas de los laterales reducen la alejadas de la zona protección de los escudos y aumentan los riesgos de de corte objetos arrojados y contacto con las hojas.
  • Page 78 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en terrenos desparejos (continuación) Mantenga — Use extremo cuidado para mantener el control de los el control, equipos cuando trabaja en estas condiciones. desplácese — Aumente la estabilidad del tractor agregando pesos o lastre en las ruedas y aumentando al máximo la separación entre las ruedas.

  • Page 79: Estacionamiento Seguro

    Estacionamiento seguro Prácticas de seguridad para el estacionamiento — Use las zonas designadas o alejadas del tránsito. Aplique el freno de — Use lugares con suelo fi rme y nivelado. estacionamiento — Aplique el freno de estacionamiento. — Descienda el equipo de la cortadora de césped hasta el suelo.

  • Page 80: Realización De Mantenimiento Con Seguridad

    Apagado con seguridad Descenso correcto — Nunca descienda de equipos en movimiento. Espere hasta que las — Nunca baje de una máquina saltando. piezas móviles se detengan — Descienda con cuidado. — Verifi que que no haya peldaños resbaladizos. — Mantenga los pies y las manos lejos de los controles. —...
  • Page 81 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación personal Use la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le proporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales. Puede necesitar también: —...
  • Page 82 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación de la máquina Deben controlarse o reducirse las fuentes de energía Prepare los sistemas de la almacenada (eléctricas, mecánicas, hidráulicas, máquina para neumáticas, químicas, térmicas, etc.) al mínimo realizarles servicios practicable antes de realizar cualquier procedimiento de mantenimiento, reparación o servicio.
  • Page 83 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Use ventilación adecuada Si es necesario hacer funcionar un motor en una zona Retire la llave y cerrada, elimine del área las emanaciones de escape lea el manual de con una extensión del caño de escape. Si no tiene esa mantenimiento extensión, asegúrese de abrir las puertas y dejar entrar aire del exterior.
  • Page 84 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Riesgos del sistema hidráulico Cuando ventila o llena el sistema hidráulico, afl oje la tapa de llenado con lentitud y retírela gradualmente. El sistema hidráulico se encuentra bajo presión siempre Nunca restablezca una válvula de alivio del sistema que el motor está...
  • Page 85 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Evite explosiones — Asegúrese de que las máquinas no se estén tocando. — Observe la polaridad de las baterías y conexiones. ¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones graves por — Realice la conexión fi nal de cable al motor o al punto explosiones.
  • Page 86 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Mantenimiento de neumáticos y ruedas (continuación) Evite la explosión ¡ADVERTENCIA! Los tipos de ruedas y neumáticos de los neumáticos que generalmente se encuentran en estos equipos requieren cuidados especiales al realizar servicios para evitar lesiones graves o la muerte. No infl e los neumáticos por encima de la presión No infl e neumáticos con gases infl amables o con sistemas recomendada.

  • Page 87: Palabras Fi Nales Para El Usuario

    Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Mantenimiento de las hojas de la cortadora — Evite doblar las hojas. Contribuya a prevenir que las hojas de la cortadora se doblen o rajen evitando el (continuación) contacto con objetos sólidos. Las hojas de la cortadora —...

  • Page 89: Introduction Section

    INTRODUCTION SECTION 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Introduction Section 2-1 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 90 INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Bush Hog customer. Your Rotary Cutter has been carefully designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers 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 91: Equipment Specifications

    11. Rear Deflector 12. Axle Assembly The Bush Hog 3510 Rotary Mower is designed for medium duty applications, cutting grass, stalks and brush up to 3-1/2” in diameter. Free swinging blades provide a smooth even cut and will swing back when a stationary object is hit. A slip clutch on the input driveline and rubber couplings on the cross shafts also dampen the impact of the blades hitting a stationary object.

  • Page 92: Key Operation Points

    INTRODUCTION KEY OPERATION POINTS • Cutting performance and distribution are best when cutter is level from side to side and front to rear. • In extra heavy material, rear chains will allow better discharge and better distribution than solid rear bands. •...
  • Page 93 INTRODUCTION 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Introduction Section 2-5 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 94 INTRODUCTION 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Introduction Section 2-6 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 95: Assembly Section

    ASSEMBLY SECTION 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Assembly Section 3-1 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 96: Dealer Setup Instructions

    ASSEMBLY DEALER SETUP INSTRUCTIONS The mower as received from the factory is partially assembled and requires minimum time to complete assembly and is ready for sale. This mower is shipped vertically with shipping brackets. These shipping brackets are intended for use in transporting the mower from the factory to dealer. DO NOT use these brackets to store the unit.

  • Page 97: Pull Type Hitch Models

    ASSEMBLY PULL TYPE HITCH MODELS Pillow Block Bearing Shield 1/2” x 1-1/4” Capscrews 1/2” Lockwashers Tongue Locknut 1” Bolt Axle Arm 1” x 8-1/2” Gr.5 Assembly Cotter Pins Flatwasher Leveling Rod Clevis Tongue Clamp Plate 3/4” x 2” Gr.5 Capscrew (4 Plcs) Bushing 3/4”...
  • Page 98 ASSEMBLY 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Assembly Section 3-4 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 99 With tractor at idle speed, engage tractor PTO drive for 2-3 seconds. Clutch should slip without turning blades. If clutch does not slip, contact the Bush Hog Service Department. Retighten nuts to within 1/64” of original position.
  • Page 100 ASSEMBLY NOTE:Check the hydraulic connections to the Axle Cylinder to be sure all connections are tight. Route the Hydraulic Hose through the Hose Holder mounted on the tongue. Attach the appropriate hydraulic coupling for the tractor to the Hydraulic Hose. 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Assembly Section 3-6...

  • Page 101: 3-Point Hitch Models

    ASSEMBLY 3- Point Hitch Models This assembly process should only be performed after the machine is removed from the shipping stand and laying on a level surface! Slide Tube 1” x 2” Spacer Mast Strut Caster Assembly 3/4” x 4-1/2” Capscrew 3/4”...
  • Page 102 ASSEMBLY OFFSET PULL HITCH MODELS Axle Arm Assembly 3/4” x 2” Gr. 5 Capscrews) 3/4” Lockwashers 3/4” Hex Nuts Pillow Block Bearing Shield 1/2” x 1-1/4” Capscrew 1/2’ Lockwasher Hose Holder Clevis Pin Flatwashers (2) Cotter Pins (2) Leveling Rod Clevis Jackstand 1”...
  • Page 103 ASSEMBLY 6. Attach the Hose Holder Rod to the tongue on the left side hole using 5/8” x 2” bolt, flatwasher, lockwasher and hex nut. 7. Place Lock Collar on the Jackshaft and slide the collar up to the bearing and twist until it slips over the extension ring of the bearing.
  • Page 104 3 turn or until spring can be turned with fingers. With tractor at idle speed, engage tractor PTO drive for 2-3 seconds. Clutch should slip without turning blades. If clutch does not slip, contact the Bush Hog Service Department. Retighten nuts to within 1/64” of original position.

  • Page 105: Operation Section

    OPERATION SECTION 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Operation Section 4-1 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 106 BUSH HOG 3510 SERIES ROTARY MOWER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Bush Hog rotary mowers are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers. These mowers are designed to cut grass, weeds, small brush and other vegetative material up to 3-1/2” diameter in areas such as pastures, industrial areas, and roadsides. The mower is equipped with protective deflectors and/or chain guards to prevent objects being thrown from the mower by the blades, however, no shielding is 100% effective.

  • Page 107: Operator Requirements

    OPERATION 1. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualified operator. A qualified operator has read and understands the implement and tractor Operator’s Manuals and is experienced in implement and tractor operation and all associated safety practices. In addition to the safety messages contained in this manual, safety signs are affixed to the implement and tractor.

  • Page 108: Tractor Requirements

    OPERATION 2. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power capacity to lift, pull, and operate the Power Take Off (PTO) at the mower’s rated speed while traveling at a ground speed between 2 and 5 MPH. Operating the mower with a tractor that does not meet the following requirements may cause tractor or mower damage and be a potential danger to the operator and passersby.

  • Page 109: Tractor Safety Devices

    OPERATION 2.2 Tractor Safety Devices If transporting or operating the tractor and implement near a public roadway, the tractor must be equipped with proper warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of the unit.

  • Page 110: Drawbar - Pull Type Mower

    OPERATION 2.5 Drawbar - Pull Type Mower For pull type mowers (540 and 1000 RPM) equipped with an equal-angle driveline, the tractor drawbar must be positioned as follows: 540 RPM at 14” Drawbar 1000 RPM, 1-3/8 at 16” Drawbar 1000 RPM, 1-3/4 at 20” Drawbar 2.6 Front End Weight A minimum of 20% total tractor weight must be maintained on the tractor front end at all times.

  • Page 111: Tire Spacing

    The tire spacing of the tractor must be sufficient to maintain stability on the type of terrain where it is intended to be operated and for the type of implement that is being operated. Always refer to the tractor Operator’s Manual or consult the tractor’s authorized dealer for instructions on sufficient tire spacing or to change tractor tire spacing.
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  • Page 115: Connecting Mower - Lift Type (Quick Hitch)

    OPERATION 5.3 Connecting Mower - Lift Type (Quick Hitch) Crushing Hazard between Quick-Hitch and Implement. Do not allow anyone to stand between the Quick-Hitch and implement during hook-up operations. Never operate the hydraulic 3-point lift controls while someone is directly behind the tractor. 1.

  • Page 116: Connecting The Mower-Pull Type

    OPERATION 5.4 Connecting the Mower-Pull Type 1. Make sure the tractor is equipped with the correct PTO shaft and the drawbar is extended 14” from the end of the PTO shaft to the hitch point. 2. Block the mower wheels in place and use the attached parking jack to raise or lower the tongue clevis to the height of the tractor drawbar.
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  • Page 119: Driveline Attachment

    OPERATION 7. DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT The driveline yoke and tractor PTO shaft must be dirt free and greased for attachment. To connect the mower driveline to the tractor PTO output shaft, pull the driveline yoke collar back and align the grooves and splines of the yoke with those of the PTO shaft.
  • Page 120 OPERATION “Bottoming Out” Check Procedure • Disconnect driveline from the tractor and slide the profiles together until fully compressed. • Place a mark on the inner shield 1/8” from the end of the outer shield. • Reattach the driveline to the PTO Shaft. •...

  • Page 121: Constant Velocity (Cv) Driveline

    OPERATION 7.2 Constant Velocity (CV) Driveline Mowers are equipped with a Constant Velocity (CV) driveline, the maximum turning angle between the tractor and mower must be determined to ensure the joint angle does not over-extend which can cause CV joint damage.
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  • Page 123: Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service

    OPERATION 8.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service Refer to the tractor operator’s manual to ensure a complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled service performed according manufacturers recommendations. The following are some of the items that require daily service and inspection: • Tire condition/air pressure •...
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  • Page 125 OPERATION • Lift Type-Ensure the axle clamps and clamps are properly installed and are tight. • Pull and Semi-Mount Type-Ensure that the tailwheel ratchet or hydraulic cylinder is installed and retained correctly to provide the desired cutting height. • Inspect all bolts and screws and tighten to the recommended torque.
  • Page 126 OPERATION • Inspect blades and blade bolts for looseness and excessive wear. Make sure the mower is securely blocked up before crawling beneath. Replace damaged, worn and missing blades as complete sets to maintain rotary balance during operation. • Ensure carrier hub nut is tightened with the cotter pin inserted and spread.
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  • Page 129: Blade Bolt Inspection

    OPERATION 8.4 Blade Bolt Inspection Inspect Blade Bolt Head daily for wear as followed: Inspect the Blade Bolt Heads daily for abnormal wear. REPLACE BOTH BLADE BOLTS on DANGER the Blades IMMEDIATELY if either blade bolts has: • Visible cracks or •...
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  • Page 133: Starting The Tractor

    OPERATION 9.1 Starting the Tractor The procedure to start the tractor is model specific. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for starting procedures for your particular tractor. Consult an authorized dealer if the starting procedure is unclear. Ensure the 3-point control lever is in the lowered position and the PTO is disengaged before starting the tractor.

  • Page 134: Raising The Mower

    OPERATION 9.3 Raising the Mower Using the tractor 3-point hitch control lever-lift type or hydraulic remote lever-pull and semi-mount type, raise the mower high enough to clear all ground obstacles. When raising the mower, make sure all connection points are securely attached and at least 1”...

  • Page 135: Crossing Ditches And Steep Inclines

    OPERATION 9.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines When crossing ditches with steep banks or going up sharp inclines, it is possible that the main driveline inner profile will penetrate into the outer housing to its maximum depth until the assembly becomes solid (driveline is at its extreme shortest length).
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  • Page 137: Foreign Debris Hazards

    OPERATION Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the operating parts of the mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could result in serious injury or even death.
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  • Page 139: Pto Rpm And Ground Speed

    OPERATION 10.4 PTO RPM and Ground Speed Ground speed for mowing will depend upon the height, type, and density of vegetation to be cut. Recommended speed for efficient mower performance is between 2 and 5 mph(3-8 kph). Operate the mower at its full rated PTO speed to maintain blade speed for a clean cut.
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  • Page 141 OPERATION Do not let the Blades turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any reason, including clearance or for turning. Raising the Mower deck exposes the Cutting Blades which creates a potentially serious hazard and could cause serious injury or even death from objects thrown from the Blades.

  • Page 142: Right Of Way (Highway) Mowing

    OPERATION 10.7 Right of Way (Highway) Mowing • USE DOUBLE CHAIN GUARDS for highway, right-of-way, parks, greenbelt mowing, or all other mowing where human dwellings, vehicles, or livestock could be within 300 feet of the mower. • No shielding is 100% effective in preventing thrown objects. To Reduce Possibility of Injury: 1.

  • Page 143: Shutting Down The Implement

    OPERATION 10.8 Shutting Down the Implement To shut down attached mower head, first bring the tractor to a complete stop. Decrease engine RPM to idle then disengage cutterhead. The mower head will come to a complete stop within a suitable amount of time.
  • Page 144 OPERATION Always shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the DANGER parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement and Tractor hitches. (S3PT-15) Never unhitch without using the Tongue Jack. The Tongue is very heavy. Attempting to lift the Tongue without using the Tongue Jack could cause strains or other injury.

  • Page 145: Mower Storage

    OPERATION 12. MOWER STORAGE Properly preparing and storing the mower at the end of the season is critical to maintaining its appearance and to help ensure years of dependable service. The following are suggested storage procedures: • Thoroughly clean all debris off the mower to prevent damage from rotting grass and standing water.

  • Page 146: Transporting On Public Roadways

    OPERATION Before transporting the tractor and mower, idle the tractor engine, disengage the PTO and wait for all mower moving parts to come to a complete stop. Once all mower parts are completely stopped, raise the mower to transport height. NOTE: When raising the mower, maintain 1”...
  • Page 147 OPERATION INSTALL Magnetic Towing Lights on Implement 12 feet wide or wider and ensure they are properly functioning before transporting on public roads. Make sure lights are visible to traffic following and approaching implement. The SMV (Slow-Moving Vehicle) emblem is universal symbol used to alert drivers of the presence of equipment traveling on roadways at a slow speed.

  • Page 148: Hauling The Tractor And Implement

    OPERATION Reduce speed before turning or applying the brakes. Ensure that both brake pedals are locked together when operating on public roads. OPS-U- 0023 13.2 Hauling the Tractor and Implement Before transporting a loaded tractor and implement, measure the height and width dimensions and gross weight of the complete loaded unit.

  • Page 149: Troubleshooting Guide

    OPERATION 14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Remedy Uneven Cut Excessive ground speed. Reduce ground speed. Blades worn, dull, or bent. Replace blades. (Refer to “Maintenance” section). Mower not level side to side. Adjust. (Refer to “Assembly” section) Improper height adjustment. Adjust Mower height.
  • Page 150 OPERATION Blade Bolts Working Loose Bolts not tightened. Tighten Bolts to 600 ft./lbs. Bolt hole elongated or oversized. Replace Blade Carrier. Gearbox Noisy Low Lubricant. Check lubricant level. Rough gears. Run in or change Gears. Worn Bearing. Replace Bearing. Gearbox Leaking Damaged Oil Seal.

  • Page 151: Maintenance Section

    MAINTENANCE SECTION 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Maintenance Section 5-1 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 152: Hazards With Maintenance Of Implement

    MAINTENANCE HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

  • Page 153: Lubrication

    MAINTENANCE PARTS INFORMATION Bush Hog mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Bush Hog specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of “will fit”...
  • Page 154 MAINTENANCE 3510 / 13510 Rotary Cutter 12/21 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 155 MAINTENANCE GEARBOX NOTE: These Gearboxes are shipped dry from the factory and must be filled to the proper levels before operating the machine. Fill the Gearbox Assemblies with EP80W-90 or EP85W-140 Gear Oil. (See Table 1 Gearbox Oil Capacities). Allow time for oil to seep through bearings to lower level housing before checking oil level.
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  • Page 159: Blade Servicing

    MAINTENANCE BLADE SERVICING Inspect blades before each use to determine that they are properly installed and in good condition. Replace any blade that is bent, excessively nicked, worn, or has any other damage. Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening. Use only original equipment blades on this cutter.
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  • Page 163: Blade Timing And Rotation

    MAINTENANCE BLADE TIMING AND ROTATION Blades on multi-spindle mowers overlap cutting paths to ensure a complete cut across the width of the mower and to compensate for blade tip wear. If a gearbox has been repaired, a blade carrier or side driveline has been removed, or other maintenance performed which altered the factory set blade carrier timing, the blades must be re-timed to ensure they will not collide while rotating.
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  • Page 165: Storage

    MAINTENANCE STORAGE Your rotary cutter represents an investment from which you should get the greatest possible benefit. Therefore, when the season is over, the cutter should be thoroughly checked and prepared for storage so that a minimum amount of work will be required to put it back into operation for the next season.
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