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Fro nt End Loa der
Operator's Manual
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
487
$3.00
Part No. 25H30142

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  • Page 1 240 0 Fro nt End Loa der Operator's Manual Assembly Operation Maintenance • • $3.00 Part No. 25H30142...
  • Page 2 If your manual should become lost or destroyed, Bush Hog will be glad to provid e you with a new copy. Ord er from Bush Hog, P.O. Box 1039, Selma, Alabama 36702-1039.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows responsibility to deliver his machine to a Bush Hog and heed its advice. Failure to comply with safety dealer, for service or replacement of defective parts which are covered by the standard 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 judgement of Bush Hog such use affects its performance, stability, or reliability.
  • Page 5: Dealer Preparation Check List

    DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST 2400 QT Loader BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE - The following check list should be completed. Use the Operator's Manual as a guide. Machine properly assembled. All safety decals readable (See decal page) All bolts tightened to torque specifications given in torque chart.
  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    IMP. O RTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Lack of attention to safety can result in accident, personal injury, reduction of efficiency and worst of all­ loss of life. Watch for safety hazards and correct deficiencies promptly. Use the following safety precautions as a general guide to safe operations when using this machine. Additional safety precautions are used throughout this manual for specific operating and maintenance procedures.
  • Page 7: I Int Roduction & Des Cript Ion

    SECTION I INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION 1 -1 INTRODUCTION 1-2 DE SCRIPTION We are pleased to have you as a Bush Hog customer. The model 2400 Front End Loader is designed for 2400 2" Your model Front End Loader has been careful­...
  • Page 8: Preparation For Use

    SECTION II PREPARATION FOR USE 2-1 ATTACHING TO TRACTOR Tractors that have movable front axles must be set for­ Figure 2-1 ward in the long wheelbase position as shown in, Figure 2-1 to prevent excessive leverage being ex­ erted on the tractor frame. It is recommended that tractor tires be moved to the widest setting and rear wheel ballast be applied to in­...
  • Page 9: Pto Pump Mounting

    Figure 2-4 Clamp Figure 2-5 Frame Clearance Subframe © 1!4" (6.35mm) Figure 2-6 Parking Stand Storage Rear Cross Tube Bottom Clamp · H. Store parking stands as shown in Figure 2-6. I. Secure hydraulic hoses to tractor to prevent in­ terference.
  • Page 10: Ill Operation Inst Ructions

    SECTION Ill OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 -1 GE NE RAL SAFE T Y Only qualified people should operate this machine. It is recommended that tractor be equipped with Figure 3-1 Bucket Gauge Rod Rollover Protective System (ROPS) and a seat belt be used.
  • Page 11 The following illustrations are suggested operating techniques for added safety and efficiency. cAUTioN DO NOT LIFT ROUND HAY BALES. ROUND BALES CAN ROLL DOWN LOADER ARMS CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO CAUTION OPERATOR. DO NOT PUSH ANYTHING WITH BUCKET WHEN LIFTED ABOVE HEIGHT SHOWN FILLING THE BUCKET ABOVE.
  • Page 12 If the lever is used without controlling the bucket OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL angle, the bucket will gouge and leave a series of ruts During hard surface operation, keep the bucket level in the surface. and put the lift lever in the float position to permit the bucket to float on the working surface.
  • Page 13: Bale Spear Operation

    3 -3 BALE SPE AR OPE RATION quate ground clearance and visbility. Reduce tractor ground speed when transporting a load. T ake extra Add rear ballast as necessary to provide adequate care when traveling over rough terrain or on slopes. stability for handling round bales.
  • Page 14: Lubrication

    Do not exceed 3000 psi (207 bars) as this will damage 4-2 LUBRICATION (Figure 4-1) components possibly causing serious injuries. The NOT E Bush Hog control valve (optional) is pre-set at factory The multi-purpose grease referenced in this and cannot be adjusted. section is an NLGI Grade 2 type grease.
  • Page 15 Defective fittings or hoses. Replace fittings or hoses. Reseal and tighten Loose connections. connections. Worn or damaged seals at Have authorized Bush Hog dealer replace seals. rod end of cylinder. Seal in valve worn or Have authorized Bush Hog dealer replace seals. damaged.
  • Page 16: Assembly

    SECTION V ASSEMBLY Figure 5-1 Bucket Attachment 5 -1 LOADE R ASSE MBLY A. Attach bucket to boom using two 1" x pins. 61l2" Secure pins with cotter pins. (Figure 5-1) B. Attach bucket cylinders to bucket using 1" 61l2" pins.
  • Page 17: Stand Assembly

    Mark � NOTE: Hydraulic fittings to tubing assemblies - Tighten nut to fitting until "Hand Tight". Mark nut and fitting, then tighten one hex flat. :Y."- 16J.I.C. � Figure Tractor Hydraulic Kit "0" :Y."- 16 S.A.E. Ring :Y."- 16 J.I.C. Threads To Tractor Outlets Through Quick Couplers.
  • Page 19: Assembly Instructions For Independent Hydraulic System

    5-4 ASSE MBLY INSTRUCTIONS F OR INDE PE NDE NT H Y DRAULIC SYSTE M WHEN THIS SYSTEM IS USED, THE OPEN CENTER PLUG ON THE CONTROL VALVE MUST BE USED. 90° Male Eihr)ws 16"- 12" "0" Ring Boss Inlet Return Flow To Filter Pressure...
  • Page 20: Bucket Options

    5-5 BUCK E T OPTIONS Assembly of the different bucket options is shown in Figure 5-9. Bucket Option Assembly Figure BLADE ASSEMBLY Blade Points Toward Bucket Yz"x1%" & 3 /8" U -Bolt BUCKET TEETH ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 21: Fork Lift Option

    B. Position lower mounting plates inside bottom 5 -6 FORK LIFT OPTION cross channel and secure loosely to mounting brackets with four 5/8" x 2" capscrews, lockwashers, A . Position basic frame with wide cross channel at and nuts on each plate. bottom.
  • Page 22: 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 23: Torque Specifications

    TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Proper torque for American fasteners used on Bush Hog equipment. Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds (Newton Meters). • BOLT DIAMETER WRENCH (IN.) "B" AND G RA D E l SIZE (IN.) ''A'' GRADE2 GRADEl THREAD SIZE AMERICAN 114 - 2QUNC...
  • Page 24 BUSH BOG® P.O. Box 1039 �ALLIED Selma, Alabama 36701 PRODUCTS CORPORATION...

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