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BUSH HOG ® Model 3860 QT Front End Loader Operator’s Manual OPERATION l l MAINTENANCE $4.00 25H51137...
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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, P. O. Box 1039, Selma, Alabama 36702-1039.
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.
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES & CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY: OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO...
THIS CHECK LIST TO REMAIN IN OPERATOR’S MANUAL It is the responsibility of the dealer to complete the procedures listed above before delivery of this implement to the customer. 3860 QT LOADER Use the Operator’s Manual as a guide. CAUTION...
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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CONTINUED 10. Before disconnecting hydraulic lines, relieve all hydraulic pressure. 11. Do not tamper with the relief valve setting. The relief valve is pre-set at the factory. Changing the setting can cause overloading the loader and tractor and serious operator injury may result. 12.
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.
Bucket Cylinder Bucket INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Bush Hog cus- tomer. Your Front End Loader has been carefully designed to give maximum service with minimum down time. This manual is provided to give you the...
Model 3860 QT Technical Specifications A. Maximum Lift Height - Measured at Pivot Pin ..176" B. Maximum Lift Height - Under Level Bucket ..170" C. Clearance with Attachment Dumped 45º ..148"...
2. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION EQUIP YOUR TRACTOR WITH A ROPS CAB OR FRAME FOR YOUR PROTECTION. SEE YOUR TRACTOR/ROPS OPERATOR MANUAL FOR CORRECT SEAT BELT USAGE. Read entire instructions before beginning to install the loader. Personal injury and machine damage may be prevented if you read and understand these instructions and special safety messages.
NOTE: Some Models of the 3860 Loader have been designed to custom fit specific makes and models of tractors. These will not require this field change. Figure 2 FORWARD SIDE FRONT BRACKET DIM. “A” CENTER BRACKET TUBE Figure 3 SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY ADJUSTABLE TO CLEAR HEADLIGHTS FRONT CROSSBRACE...
Using a hoist to support the loader frame, align the subframe crosstube with the front bracket. Refer to Figure 7 and Figures 2, 3, & 4, page 10. CAUTION LIFT AND SUPPORT ALL LOADER COMPO- NENTS SAFELY. Figure 7 (1) Subframe Crosstube. (2) Front Bracket.
3. PRE-OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Do not extend bucket cylinders without quick draw latch attach installed on loader. Failure to follow these instructions could cause attachment cylinder damage and will void loader warranty. TRANSMISSION FLUID Check the tractor hydraulic fluid level and fill, if required.
Figure 3 NEUTRAL POSITION The loader external valve provided by Bush Hog has a “neutral position” which prevents movement of the loader or attachment. When the control handle is manually released from the work position, the valve spool will return to the neutral position.
REMOTE HOSES SUPPORT After installing loader onto tractor, raise the loader to full height, stop engine, lock brakes, and remove key. Then gather remote hoses and install nylon tie through hose support hole located in right hand loader subframe. Secure hoses as shown. This will allow remote hoses to be supported by loader frame instead of loader steel tubing.
DAILY CHECKS Check all hardware daily before operation. Tighten hardware to torque values as specified in the Torque Chart, page 43 unless otherwise speci- fied. With the engine off and the bucket on the ground, inspect all hoses for cuts or wear. Check for signs of leaks and make sure all fittings are tight.
CAUTION DO NOT STAND, WALK OR WORK UNDER A RAISED LOADER OR ATTACHMENT UNLESS IT IS SECURELY BLOCKED OR HELD IN POSITION. ACCIDENTAL MOVE- MENT OR A CONTROL LEVER/LEVERS OR LEAKS IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM COULD CAUSE THE LOADER TO DROP, OR ATTACHMENT TO DUMP, CAUSING SEVERE INJURY.
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FILLING THE BUCKET Approach and enter the pile with a level bucket. Loaders with 1-lever control, ease lever back and toward you to lift and rollback the bucket. Loaders with 2-lever controls, ease both levers back to lift and rollback the bucket. The lift and rollback of the bucket will increase effi- ciency because...
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CARRYING THE LOAD Position the bucket as low as possible below the level of the tractor hood for maximum stability and visibility, whether the bucket is loaded or empty. Use extreme caution when operating the loader on a slope and keep the bucket as low as possible. This keeps the bucket and tractor center of gravity low and will provide maximum tractor stability.
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OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL During hard surface operation, keep the bucket level and put the lift control in the float position to permit the bucket to float on the working surface. If hydraulic down pressure is exerted on the bucket, it will wear faster than normal.
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PEELING AND SCRAPING 6” Use a slight bucket angle, travel forward, and hold the lift control forward to start the cut. Make a short, angle cut approximately 6” deep and break-out cleanly. With the bucket level, start a cut at the notch approx- imately 2”...
DO NOT USE FRONT END LOADERS FOR HANDLING LARGE HEAVY OBJECTS SUCH AS LOGS OR OIL DRUMS. HANDLE LARGE ROUND HAY BALES ONLY WHEN LOADER IS EQUIPPED WITH BUSH HOG BALE SPEAR ATTACHMENT OR BUCKET WITH 4 TINE GRAPPLE. HANDLING LARGE HEAVY OBJECTS CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS DUE TO: Possibility of rolling the tractor over.
Use float position provided on valve. Refer to plumbing diagrams in Section V. See your tractor manual for proper adjust- ment or Bush Hog dealer for loader valve. (3000 PSI is maximum pressure relief setting recommended) Refer to plumbing diagrams in Section V and correct hose connections.
6. DISMOUNTING THE LOADER CAUTION ALWAYS PARK LOADER WITH MATERIAL BUCKET OR AUTHORIZED BUSH HOG ATTACHMENT ATTACHED TO THE LOADER. BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR SEAT, LOWER ATTACHMENT OR LOADER BOOM TO GROUND, STOP ENGINE, LOCK BRAKES, RELIEVE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE AND REMOVE KEY.
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Raise the loader boom and retract the bucket cylin- ders. Lower the loader boom until the parking stands make contact with the ground. Dump the bucket until the bucket touches the ground. Refer to Figure 4. Figure 4 NOTE: Driving the tractor forward slowly while positioning loader will allow parking stands to contact ground firmly.
Reinstall hinge assemblies, rear hinge pins, and snap pins to loader for storage. Disconnect the hoses at the quick couplers. Start the tractor. Slowly back the tractor away from the loader. Refer to Figure 8. Figure 8 7. MOUNTING THE LOADER CAUTION BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR SEAT, LOWER ATTACHMENT OR LOADER BOOM...
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Extend the attachment cylinders to lower loader sub- frames onto center mounting bracket tubes. Refer to Figure 2. Figure 2 (1) Subframe being lowered to center mounting bracket. Using snap pins as handles, reinstall rear hinge pins and hinge assemblies. Remove snap pins from outer holes of rear hinge pins and reinstall into inner holes.
8. INSTALLATION & OPERATION OF QUICK DRAW LATCH ATTACH WARNING ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW OPERAT- ING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING QUICK DRAW LATCH ATTACH. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Do not extend bucket cylinders without quick draw latch attach installed on loader. Failure to follow these instructions will void loader warranty.
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Refer to Figure 3. If your bucket or attachment does not incorporate this support, consult your Bush Hog Dealer. (1) Upper channel.
9. INSTALLING BUCKET OR ATTACHMENT TO QUICK DRAW LATCH ATTACH IMPORTANT: Refer to page 28 for instructions concerning Quick Draw Handle Disengaged and Engaged Positions. CAUTION BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR SEAT, LOWER ATTACHMENT OR LOADER BOOM TO GROUND, STOP ENGINE, LOCK BRAKES, RELIEVE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE, AND REMOVE KEY.
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Check to see that quick draw handle has moved to the handle engaged position by rolling quick draw bucket or attachment back and then raising loader boom to hood height. NOTE: Quick draw handle must be located in the handle engaged position. Refer to Figure 4 below and to Figures 5 and 6 page 28.
10. REMOVING BUCKET OR ATTACHMENT FROM QUICK DRAW LATCH ATTACH IMPORTANT: Refer to page 28 For instructions concerning Quick Draw Handle Disengaged and Engaged Positions. CAUTION BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR SEAT, LOWER ATTACHMENT OR LOADER BOOM TO GROUND, STOP ENGINE, LOCK BRAKES, RELIEVE HYDRAULIC PRES- SURE, AND REMOVE KEY.
Removing Attachment from Quick Draw Latch Attach. Quick draw buckets are available as follows. 72 inch, 84 inch, and 96 inch wide for Bush Hog 3860 Loaders. These buckets utilize a replaceable weld-on cutting edge, and are pre-punched for tines.
12. SUPER PENETRATOR BALE PROBE ATTACHMENT IMPORTANT: It is not recommended that loader be detached from tractor with bale probe attached. Loaders will park safely, however, bale probe could be damaged during parking. Always detach loader with bucket or other Factory approved attachment attached.
13. DOZER ATTACHMENT CAUTION TO HELP PREVENT BODILY INJURY, ALWAYS PARK AND STORE DOZER ATTACHMENT WITH PARKING STANDS IN PARKED POSITION. IMPORTANT: Do not park loader with dozer attachment attached. Always detach loader with bucket or other factory approved attachment attached.
15. PALLET FORK ATTACHMENT CAUTION FORK TINES MUST BE ADJUSTED OUT- WARD AND LOCKED BEHIND PARKING ANGLES BEFORE PARKING LOADER. NEVER OPERATE PALLET FORKS WITH- OUT GUARD ASSEMBLY INSTALLED. WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH: NEVER LIFT LARGE ROUND HAY BALES OR OTHER LOADS ON THE FORK LIFT...
Draw Latch Attach. A four tine, two cylinder grapple is available to fit 3860 QT bucket widths of 72, 84, 96 and 102 inches. The bucket grapple is useful for picking up loose hay or roughage out of stacks, stacking and transporting hay bales, carrying silage, and cleaning up brush.
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Install bar supports and attach using 1/2" x 3-1/2" bolts, flatwashers, and nuts. Refer to Figure 4. Figure 4 Install grapple swing arm assembly to pedestal using 1-5/16" x 6-5/8" pins. Install grapple cylinders to grapple pedestals using 1-1/8" x 6-1/2" pins. Install grapple cylinders to swing arm using 1-1/8"...
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QUICK DRAW BUCKET ONLY: Loosely secure plastic hose clamp and bar support with 3/8" flat- washer and nylon lock nut to 3/8" stud located on back side of bucket. Locate center top of bucket and measure right 10 inches. Locate quick coupler mount on bucket at this point.
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Ref. Qty. Description Grapple Cylinder 2-1/2" Fitting, 90° NPTF 1/2" x ORBM 3/4" Clevis pin 5/16" x 2" Heat Treated for use on 1-1/8" pins Clevis pin 3/8" x 2-1/4" for use on 1-5/16" pins. Cotter Pin 1/8" x 1" Hose 3/8"...
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NOTICE SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORD GENESIS SPECIAL Refer to Form BHF 1820 Packing List and Installation Instructions includ- ed with your BHF 82356 Mounting Kit for detailed Operation Instructions specific for this Loader.
To promote safe operation, Bush Hog supplies safety decals on all products manufactured. Because damages 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.
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1. USE ONLY FACTORY SUPPLIED CLEVIS AND MOUNTING HARDWARE WHEN ATTACHING TO CLEVIS MOUNTING POINT OF BUCKET. 2. MAXIMUM LOAD LIMIT ON FACTORY CLEVIS AND CLEVIS MOUNTING POINT IS 6500 POUNDS. 3. NEVER TOW ANY POINT OF THE LOADER WITH A CHAIN, ROPE, OR CABLE. 4.
*Use 75% of the specified torque value for plated fasteners. Use 85% of the specified 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”...