Transporting; Operation - Bush Hog 2315 Operator's Manual

D. If wing(s) are not level (parallel to center sec-
tion, disconnect one end of the wing adjustment link-
age (Figure 2-5) and adjust shorter to raise the wing
outside edge and longer to lower the wing outside
edge. It may be necessary to use wing lift cylinder to
relieve pressure from the linkage retaining pin.
E. Reconnect linkage.
Prior to engaging PTO drive, all gearboxes
should have the proper level of gear oil and all
lubrication points should be serviced according
to the "Maintenance Section."
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 System (ROPS)
and a seat belt be used. Before beginning opera-
tion, clear work area of objects that may be picked
up and thrown. Check for ditches, stumps, holes or
other obstacles that could upset tractor or damage
cutter. Always turn off tractor engine, set parking
brake, and allow cutter blades to come to a complete
stop before dismounting tractor.

3-2 TRANSPORTING

When implement is transported on road or highway,
day or night, use tractor flashing warning lights
unless prohibited by law. A slow moving vehicle
(SMV) sign must be visible from the rear by
approaching vehicles. A bracket for SMV sign is
provided on the center section shield. Do not
exceed 15 mph (24 kph) when traveling. Prepare
machine for transporting as follows:
A. Disengage tractor PTO.
B. Raise cutter and install stop collars on
height adjustment cylinder. (Figure 2-3)
C. Rotate cylinder stops away from wing cylin-
ders, raise wing(s) and insert transport lock pin(s).

3-3 OPERATION

A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE maintenance
listed in paragraph 4-1.
B. Make certain jackstand is stored for work.
C. Start tractor. Raise cutter and remove stop
collars. Remove wing transport lock pins and place
in storage hole (Figure 2-4). Lower wings to working
position. Raise/lower cutter to working height. The
cutter should be operated at the highest position that
will give desired cutting results. This will help pre-
vent the blades from striking the ground, reducing
blade wear and undue strain on the whole machine.
Continuous ground and blade contact could force
blades into deck area.
D. Install stop collars on axle cylinder at desired
cutting height. Store remaining stop collars (if any)
NOTE
SECTION III
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 2-5 Adjustable Link
around self-leveling linkage rod.
E. With tractor at idle speed, engage PTO drive.
DURING OPERATION THE HYDRAULIC VALVE
WING LEVERS MUST BE LOCKED IN THE FLOAT
POSITION TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE CYLIN-
DERS AND AXLES.
IT IS HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE UNIT
WITH WINGS RAISED ABOVE GROUND.
DAMAGE CAN OCCUR TO WING DRIVE-
LINE IF WINGS ARE OPERATED ABOVE 60°.
KEEP CLEAR
RAISING OR LOWERING WINGS.
NOT "DRIVE-OUT" TRANSPORT LOCK
PIN IF IT IS TIGHT AGAINST WING LUG.
TO REMOVE PIN, RETRACT WING LIFT
CYLINDER TO RELIEVE LOAD ON PIN.
STAY CLEAR OF ROTATING DRIVE-
LINES. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT
DRIVELINE SHIELDS IN PLACE AND IN
GOOD CONDITION. FAILURE TO HEED
THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
ROTARY CUTTER BLADES. STAND WELL
CLEAR UNTIL ALL MOTION HAS STOPPED.
TO AVOID AN ACCIDENTAL FALL FROM
TRACTOR AND POSSIBLE INJURY BY
MOWER, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT
TRACTOR BE EQUIPPED WITH ROLLOVER
PROTECTIVE SYSTEM (ROPS) AND A SEAT
BELT BE USED BY THE OPERATOR FOR
ALL MOWING OPERATIONS.
9
IMPORTANT
WARNING
WARNING
OF MACHINE
DANGER
DANGER
WHEN
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