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- Page 1 BUSH HOG ® ZERO TURN MOWERS Operator’s Manual ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE $4.00 99221...
- Page 2 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
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. -
Page 4: Warranty
3. If the unit has been subjected to misapplication, abuse, misuse, negligence, fire or other accident. 4. If parts not made or supplied by Bush Hog have been used in connection with the unit, if, in the sole judge- ment of Bush Hog such use affects its performance, stability or reliability. -
Page 5: Dealer Preparation Check List
DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE — The following check list should be completed. Engine has been serviced. Battery fluid level is checked. Low oil pressure warning buzzer checked for operation. Kill switches checked for operation. Assembly completed. Gearbox filled with oil. All fittings lubricated. -
Page 6: Safety Precautions
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. - Page 7 DO NOT MOVE THE CONTROL LEVERS from forward position to reverse position rapidly. The speed and/or direction of travel is affected instantly by movement of the Control Levers. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE MOWER. Do not allow others who have not had instruc- tions to operate mower.
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Page 8: Federal Laws And Regulations
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. -
Page 9: Introduction And Description
INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Bush Hog cus- tomer. Your Bush Hog Zero Turn Mower has been carefully designed to give maximum service with minimum down time. This manual is provided to give... -
Page 10: Specifications
CONTROLS SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM Your Bush Hog Zero Turn is equipped with a Safety Interlock System that is designed to help prevent possible serious injuries. Understanding and main- taining this system is vital, for safe operation. To Start Engine: 1. Blades (PTO) must be disengaged. -
Page 11: Operation
GENERAL SAFETY Only qualified people familiar with this operator’s manual should operate this machine. Operator should wear hard hat, safety glasses, and safety shoes. Avoid loose fitting clothing or jewelry. The operator should read, understand and practice all safety messages shown on the caution, warning and danger decals affixed to the machine to avoid seri- ous injury or death. - Page 12 CAUTION If the operator is inexperienced with the zero turning radius lever steering/speed control, he/she should follow these recommendations: Disengage the mower blades. Go very slowly until thoroughly familiar with the machine. Keep away from fences, buildings, and other obstruc- tions.
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Page 13: Mowing Recommendations
Pump as seen from above. Use a rod through the hex head, or a 5/8” wrench to open or close the valve. NOTE: To move the tractor without power, the pumps must unlocked wheel position. Failure to do so could possibly damage the hydraulic motors. - Page 14 DECK TILT PROCEDURE (48 “ DECK SHOWN) Deck Lift Bar Installed For Rotating Deck Pin Holding Lift Bar In Stored Location Lift Chains, Weight Transfer Arms, And Pins Deck Pinned Into Raised Position Lift Bar Being Removed From Stored Location Depressing Weight Transfer Arm To Release Chain...
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Page 15: Iii Maintenance
________________________________________________________________(5 hrs breakin) Change engine oil filter_________________________________________________________every 100 hours Change hydrostatic oil filter (See your Bush Hog Dealer) Important: Substitution of an improper filter will cause hydrostatic failure which will not be covered under warranty _____________________(50 hrs breakin) -
Page 16: Engine
1. ENGINE: For complete maintenance and operating infor- mation for your engine, please refer to your engine operating and maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and includ- ed in your Zero Turn mower information packet. NOTE Air intake screen must be kept clean. If plugged, engine may be seriously dam- aged by over heating. -
Page 17: Neutral Adjustment
7. GREASING TOP BEARING IN GEARBOX Grease top bearing with grease gun (1-2 shots) every 50 hours. Grease Fitting For Top Bearing NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT - DRIVE 1. Raise the drive wheels of the Zero Turn off of the ground. Safely block the frame in this position so it is secure. -
Page 18: Deck Spindle Belt Routing
1/2” hex nuts on the spring adjusting rod until the correct spring length is reached. DECK BELT REPLACEMENT USE ONLY GENUINE BUSH HOG REPLACEMENT PARTS A. Remove the deck lift bar. B. Remove the deck shield assembly. Spring Loaded Idler Assembly... - Page 19 WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS BURN INJURIES: ALLOW ENGINE, OIL AND HYDRAULIC FLU- IDS TO COOL BEFORE SERVICING TRANSMIS- SION OR ENGINE SYSTEMS. CAUTION TO AVOID CLEANING SOLVENT FIRES: AVOID USING FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS. AVOID AREAS WITH IGNITION SOURCES WHEN USING FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS. ZERO TURN 18 WITH OPTIONAL DUAL TAILWHEEL AND REAR WEIGHT KIT WARNING HIGH PRESSURE HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAKS...
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Page 20: Start Up Maintenance
START-UP MAINTENANCE HYDROSTATIC FLUID Bush Hog recommends the use of 20W50 motor oil in the hydrostatic reservoir. START-UP PROCEDURE WARNING TO AVOID INJURY FROM EQUIPMENT GROUND TRAVEL AND MOVEMENT DURING START-UP PROCEDURE: DO NOT START OR JOG ENGINE UNTIL: PUMP IS IN NEUTRAL POSITION DRIVE WHEELS ARE RAISED OFF THE GROUND. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting Checklist
TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK LIST 1. ENGINE IDLES POORLY: Carburetor maladjustment_________________________________________________readjust carburetor Improper spark plug gap _______________________________________________check and re-gap plug 2. ENGINE BACKFIRES: Carburetor maladjustment_________________________________________________readjust carburetor 3. ENGINE RUNS BUT POWER UNIT WON’T MOVE FORWARD Drive belt loose or broken________________________________________________re-tension or replace Pump shift arm disconnected _____________________________________________________reconnect Hydrostatic reservoir oil low _________________________________________________________add oil Pump bypass valve open________________________________________________put in closed position... -
Page 22: Assembly
Mount the drive tires with the five 1/2” lug nuts provid- ed. Bush Hog offers three styles of drive tires; Turf Tire, Knobby Tire, and a Bar Tire. When installing the bar tire please notice the direction of the cleats on the tires. - Page 23 Mounting the Control Levers Attach the bracket angles to the control arms with the 5/16” x 1” capscrews and flange locknuts. Install each lever (grip inward) to the outside of each mount angle with 5/16” x 1” capscrews, flatwashers and flange locknuts.
- Page 24 E. Use lift bar to apply pressure to the weight transfer arms and attach the upper link of the four link chain over the end of the arm, positioning in the cut out slot. F. Rotate the deck lift handle forward to achieve a lower cutting height or rearward to achieve a high- er cutting height and pin in the desired setting.
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Page 25: Wiring Schematics
WARNING LIGHTS ORANGE/BLACK 18 GA GRAY/BLACK RED 18 GA ENGINE CONNECTOR OIL HEAT SENDER KOHLER ONLY HEAD LIGHT RED/ GREEN BLACK BLACK HEAD LIGHT STARTER RELAY TO GROUND BATTERY WHITE 18 GA YELLOW 18 GA KOHLER WIRING HARNESS BLUE/WHITE SEAT SWITCH TEMP RED/BLACK STP. - Page 26 BLUE/WHITE 18 GA. GRAY/BLACK 18 GA. WARNING LIGHTS PINK 18 GA. GREEN RED/WHITE END OF HARNESS HEAD BLACK LIGHT RED/GREEN 18 GA. BLACK HEAD LIGHT KAWASAKI WIRING HARNESS WHITE 18 GA. SEAT SWITCH BLACK 18 GA. NEG. ALARM YELLOW RED 12 GA. 10 AMP BLUE 14 GA.
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Page 27: 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 28 WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, READ OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING & FOLLOW ALL PRECAUTIONS. (CONTACT DEALER FOR MANUALS) STOP ENGINE AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE DISMOUNTING. ALLOW NO CHILDREN OR UNQUALIFIED PERSONS TO OPERATE EQUIPMENT. NO RIDERS. DO NOT OPERATE MOWERS IN VICINITY OF OTHER PERSONS KEEP SHIELDS AND GUARDS IN...
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Page 29: Torque Specifications
*Use 75% of the specified torque value for plated fasteners. Use 85% of the specificed 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”... - Page 30 BUSH HOG P.O. Box 1039 Selma, AL 36702-1039 Telephone (334) 872-6261...
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