To the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents.
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In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Bush Hog, in cooperation with other industry manufacturers has developed the AEM/FEMA Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety Practices video and guide book. The video will familiarize and instruct mower-tractor operators in safe practices when using industrial and agricultural mowing equipment.
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Alamo Group Ag. Division is willing to provide one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices Video Please Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video DVD Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video Mower Operator’s Manual AEM Mower Operator’s Safety Manual Requester Name:________________________________Phone: Requester Address:_____________________________________________ City:__________________________________...
Tank ... 3-9 Gearbox ... 3-10 FITTING CONTROL UNIT IN CAB ... 3-10 RUNNING UP PROCEDURE ... 3-11 RMB 1445/1660/1865 - With Flail Head ONLY ... 3-11 REMOVAL FROM TRACTOR ... 3-11 OPERATION SECTION ... 4-1 Standard Equipment and Specifications ... 4-3 OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS ...
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Tractor Ballast ... 4-6 Tractor Safety Devices ... 4-7 Tractor Horsepower ... 4-7 3-Point Hitch ... 4-7 Hydraulics ... 4-7 Front End Weight ... 4-7 Power Take Off (PTO) ... 4-8 GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR ... 4-8 Boarding the Tractor ... 4-9 Dismounting the Tractor ...
See your Authorized Dealer for proper repairs. 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.
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).
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WARNING Pinch Points/Scissors DANGER Multiple Hazard/Crushing WARNING Oil Leaks DANGER Crushing Hazard SERIAL PLATE Serial Number Plate NAME Bush Hog (8” x 1.76”) LOGO Bush Hog (22”) NAME RMB 1445 BOOKLET Safety Booklet REFLECT SMV Sign _________ Canister, Operators Manual _________ Operator’s Manual...
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DANGER! Crushing Hazard Serious injury can result from contact with moving boom. Stay clear of boom swing are. P/N D354 Logo Product Name: Bush Hog (8” x 1.76”) P/N 50063360 Logo Product Name: Bush Hog (22”) P/N 50061049 NAME - RMB 1445...
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Bush Hog RMB 1445 Boom mower makes the job look easy! The Parallel Arm geometry allows the RMB 1445 to mow in hard to reach places, such as steep ditch banks or around culverts. It can stretch around waterways or mow banks at ponds or lakes, reach over guard rails, or even trim hedge rows with ease.
* Total Unit Weight is the sum of the tractor weight and the mower weight. Tractor Operator Station Bush Hog recommends installing the RMB 1445/1660/1865 Boom Mower on cab tractors equipped with impact resistant glass windows. Do not operate if tractor cab is damaged.
Installing the Operator Guard - Cab Tractor Bush Hog strongly recommends installing the RMB 1445 Boom Mower on a cab tractor equipped with impact resistant glass windows. In addition, the Bush Hog RMB 1445 Boom Mower includes an operator guard kit which must be installed on the tractor before using the mower.
RUNNING UP PROCEDURE RMB 1445/1660/1865 - With Flail Head ONLY 1. Ensure that the rotor control is in “STOP” position, start the tractor, engage PTO and allow the oil to circulate for about 5 minutes before operating the arms. 2. Operate the armhead levers through their complete range ensuring that all movements are functioning correctly.
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RMB 1445 REAR MOUNT BOOM MOWER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Bush Hog Boom mowers are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers. These mowers are designed for cutting grass and small weeds. The mower is equipped with protective deflectors to prevent objects being thrown from the mower by the blades. However, no shielding is 100% effective. All shields, guards, and deflectors equipped on the mower must be maintained in good operational condition.
Use the correct hitch pins. 3.8 Hydraulics The RMB 1445 is available with a Totally Independent Hydraulic System complete with rotor rotation control. The fully independent system is operated by an extra lever on the control console, which allows selection of rotor rotation and all other functions.
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.
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To keep your implement running efficiently and safely, read your manual thoroughly and follow these directions and the Safety Messages in this Manual. The Table of Contents clearly identifies each section where you can easily find the information you need. The OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT requirements of tractor operators: REQUIRED OF THE OWNER:...
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