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- Reconocimiento
- Alertas de Seguridad
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- Cortadora de Césped Industrial/Para Agricultura
- Cumplimiento del Programa de Seguridad
- Preparación para una Operación Segura
- Arranque con Seguridad
- Operación con Seguridad
- Apagado con Seguridad
- Estacionamiento Seguro
- Realización de Mantenimiento con Seguridad
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2208 SERIES

MODEL 2208R

ROTARY MOWER

Rigid Deck / Multi Spindle

Published 05/21

Part No. 50081502

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

2208 PULL TYPE

2208 LIFT MODEL

BUSH HOG

2501 Griffin Ave.

Selma, AL 36703

334-874-2700

www.bushhog.com

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Page 1 2208 SERIES MODEL 2208R ROTARY MOWER Rigid Deck / Multi Spindle Published 05/21 Part No. 50081502 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 2208 PULL TYPE 2208 LIFT MODEL ® BUSH HOG 2501 Griffin Ave. Selma, AL 36703 334-874-2700 www.bushhog.com © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 2 PELIGRO DANGER Si vous ne pouvez pas lire Si no puede leer inglés: antes de poner en l'anglais: avant d'utiliser funcionamiento este equipo, solicite que l'équipement, demandez à une alguien le traduzca los mensajes de personne de vous traduire les seguridad o vaya al sitio web para consultar messages de sécurité...
Page 4 Bush Hog will 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:...
Page 5 A Manual canister is provided on the implement where this manual can be properly stored. If you lose or damage this manual a free replacement manual can be obtained from an authorized Bush Hog dealer or by down loading the manual from the Bush Hog website www.bushhog.com...
Page 6 DEALER to CUSTOMER Pre-Delivery/ Operation Instructions Dealer should inform the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable.Dealer should inform Purchaser to review the contents of the Operator’s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation, and maintenance, to review the Safety Signs on the implement (and tractor if possible), and of Purchaser’s responsibility to train his/her operators’s in safe operation procedures.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION............................1-1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES.................1-2 OPERATOR SAFETY ............................1-3 GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY........................1-3 CONNECTION OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY ................1-4 CRUSHING HAZARDS .............................1-5 THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS........................1-6 RUN OVER HAZARDS............................1-8 PTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS ........................1-9 MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS......................1-10 HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARDS ......................1-11 ELECTRICAL &...
Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS STARTING THE TRACTOR..........................4-9 CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR ...................4-9 Connecting the Mower-Lift Type and Semi-Mount Type ..................4-10 3-Point Quick Hitch ............................4-10 Connecting Mower - Lift Type (Quick Hitch).....................4-11 Safety Tow Chain .............................4-11 Connecting the Mower-Pull Type ........................4-12 SETTING THE MOWER ..........................4-13 Setting Mower Height- Lift Type........................4-13 Setting Mowing Height-Pull Type ........................4-14 Setting Deck Pitch ............................4-14...
Page 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS BLADE CARRIER INSTALLATION........................5-13 BLADE PAN TIMING ............................5-13 SLIP CLUTCH ..............................5-14 Slip Clutch Operation Check..........................5-14 Slip Clutch Adjustment.............................5-14 STORAGE ...............................5-15 PROPER TORQUE FOR FASTENERS ......................5-16...
Page 12: General Safety Instructions And Practices
SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES A careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions.
Page 14: Connection Or Disconnecting Implement Safety
SAFETY CONNECTION OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-4 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 16: Thrown Objects Hazards
SAFETY THROWN OBJECTS HAZARDS 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-6 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 19: Pto Entanglement Hazards
SAFETY PTO ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-9 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 20: Mower Blade Contact Hazards
SAFETY MOWER BLADE CONTACT HAZARDS 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-10 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 21: High Pressure Oil Leak Hazards
SAFETY HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAK HAZARDS 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-11 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 24: Hazards With Maintenance Of Implement
SAFETY HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-14 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 27 SAFETY ITEM PART NO. LEVEL DESCRIPTION D559 WARNING Genuine Bush Hog Parts 50081064 NAME 2208 D614 DANGER Thrown Object Hazard 50081789 INFORMATION Warranty D546 DANGER Guard Missing-Do Not Operate D547 DANGER Rotating D/L Entanglement D553 WARNING Multi-Hazard D549 DANGER Thrown Object Hazard...
Page 28: Decal Description
DECAL DESCRIPTION DANGER THROWN OBJECT HAZARD TO AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY: DO NOT OPERATE if Thrown Object Shielding is damaged or missing. MAINTAIN Thrown Object Shielding HERE D614 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-18 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 30 TURN ON tractor flashing warning lights. TO AVOID LOSS OF TOWING CONTROL: DO NOT tow at speeds over 20 mph. D553_2 REDUCE SPEED on inclines, in turns and in poor towing conditions. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-20 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 31 Attach Safety Chain securely. D553 WARNING Crushing Hazard To avoid injury from Shipping mower falling over: Bracket DO NOT store mower vertically on shipping brackets. Store mower lying down. D454 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-21 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 32 KEEP ALERT and AVOID hitting stumps, holes, ruts, and uneven terrain. AVOID tree limbs, brush and other overhanging objects that can strike and throw the operator from seat. D549_4 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-22 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 33 CONTACT DEALER to explain any instructions not fully understood. D549 ALWAYS WEAR safety glasses with side shields (marked with ANSI Z87). WEAR hard hat, safety shoes and gloves for protection when operating equipment. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-23 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 34 Blade Blade Blade Bolt Nut Blade Bolt Nut Blade Blade Blade Bolt Blade Bolt Pan Nut Pan Nut Cotter Pin Cotter Pin BLADE ROTATION BLADE ROTATION D551 D552 D1085 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-24 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 35 Website; dort finden Sie übersetzte e obtenha tais mensagens ou Aufkleber und Sicherheitsmeldungen. os decalques traduzidos. Manual do Operador Benutzerhandbuch www.algqr.com/bmp D813 www.algqr.com/bmg 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-25 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 36: Federal Laws And Regulations
(Refer to U.S. Dept. of Labor, Employment Standard Administration, Wage & Home Division, Child Labor Bulletin #102.) 2208 SERIES 05/21 Safety Section 1-26 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 38 Contents Acknowledgment ......2 Foreword ........2 Safety Alerts.
Page 39: Notice (Fill Gearboxes With Oil)
Safety Alerts Symbol Signal Words This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! Signal words are distinctive words that will typically be STAY ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” found on safety signs on the mower and other worksite equipment. These words may also be found in this The Safety Alert Symbol identifi es important safety manual and the manufacturer’s manuals.
Page 40: The Industrial/Agricultural Mower
The Industrial/Agricultural Mower Industrial/Agricultural Mower Types Mowers are used for pasture clipping, crop residue shredding, heavy brush cutting, waterways, right-of- Flail ways, roadside or highway mowing. Also, these mowers are used for cutting grass and other growth in public areas such as parks and cemeteries. Boom Rotary Sickle Bar...
Page 41: Follow A Safety Program
Follow A Safety Program Protect Yourself Wear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions. You must ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields. You may also need: — Hard hat —...
Page 42 Follow A Safety Program Avoid Injury From Raised Equipment Avoid Injury From High Pressure Fluid Avoid possible crushing injury from falling mower or Avoid fl uid injection injury due to high pressure fl uid leaks. other raised equipment. High Pressure Fluid Can Inject into the Body Avoid Crushing –...
Page 43 Follow A Safety Program Be Alert! For Safe Operation Know where to get assistance. Know how to use a fi rst You must be a qualifi ed and authorized operator for aid kit and fi re extinguisher/fi re suppression system. proper operation of your machine.
Page 44 Follow A Safety Program Some Rules You Must Work By (continued) Keep — Only qualifi ed and authorized individuals may operate Children this equipment. Away from — Never allow children to play on, ride on or operate Equipment the equipment. Children are not qualifi ed to operate this equipment.
Page 45: Prepare For Safe Operation
Prepare For Safe Operation Check The Mower And Tractor Equipment Before beginning your work day inspect the machine Walk-Around and have all systems in good operational condition. Inspection WARNING! Prevent possible crushing injury from falling equipment. Hydraulic system or part failure could cause unsupported equipment to fall.
Page 46 Prepare For Safe Operation Know The Work Area Correct unsafe conditions. Do not operate in problem areas where debris and obstacles cannot be removed Before you operate the mower thoroughly inspect or marked. the work area. Walk around the area and inspect the Analyze mowing area to determine: surfaces you will travel on when using the mower.
Page 47 Prepare For Safe Operation Tractor And Mower Controls Safety Test — Raise and lower mower to check for driveline bottoming out or engagement problems. Start the tractor following the specifi c procedures in the — Check the equipment for excessive vibration and manufacturer’s operator’s manual.
Page 48 Prepare For Safe Operation Hitching Mower To Tractor Read and Three-point hitch-mounted mowers: Understand Manuals Before — Refer to mower and tractor manufacturers’ manuals. Operating — Place tractor’s hydraulic power lift (rockshaft) selector lever in down position to avoid unexpected movement.
Page 49: Start Safely
Start Safely Make The Right Start Mow only in daylight or good artifi cial light conditions. Rotating Blades – Avoid serious injury or death from mower-thrown Keep Away objects or blade contact: — Keep chain shields, fl exible or solid defl ector shields or discharge chutes in place and in good repair.
Page 50 Operate Safely Mower-Thrown Objects (continued) Disc Mowers — When using a disc mower it is Do Not Mow important to know the area to be mowed. If the operator in Reverse has mowed the fi eld before and is familiar with all obstacles that may be present, it is suffi cient to watch ahead of the mower path for any additional objects that may have entered the fi eld.
Page 51 Operate Safely Under Mount Mower Safety Practices When mowing with an under mount mower: Never Stand — Keep removable discharge chute in place and over on Mower – Keep Away discharge opening. — Never stand on a mower housing when the tractor engine is operating.
Page 52 Operate Safely Wing And Side Mount Mowers Safety Practices 300 ft (92 m) Raised wing positions reduce shielding protection and Keep Bystanders increases the thrown object and blade contact hazard Away from risks. Mowing Area Avoid possible serious injury or death by thrown objects or blade contact from raising and lowering wings during mowing operations: —...
Page 53 Operate Safely Uneven Terrain Mowing Safety Practices (continued) Maintain — Use extreme care to maintain control over the Control, Use Low equipment when operating in these conditions. Speeds — Increase tractor stability by adding wheel weights, ballast and increasing wheel spacing to maximum. Refer to operator’s manual for recommendations.
Page 54: Park Safely
Park Safely Parking Safety Practices — Use designated or out-of-traffi c areas. — Use fi rm level ground locations. Parking Brake — Set parking brake. — Lower raised equipment to ground. Shut down the mower and tractor using proper equipment shut down practice before dismounting tractor.
Page 55: Perform Maintenance Safely
Shut Down Safely Dismounting Properly — Never dismount from moving equipment. Wait for — Never jump from any machines. Moving Parts to Stop — Dismount carefully. — Check for slippery steps. — Keep feet and hands away from controls. — Use handholds and steps during dismount. —...
Page 56 Perform Maintenance Safely Prepare Yourself Wear personal protective clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to you or called for by job conditions. You must ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields. You may also need: — Hard hat — Safety shoes —...
Page 57 Perform Maintenance Safely Prepare The Machine — Securely support, block up, or lock up mower wings with approved locking devices before working near or Stored energy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, underneath a wing mower. pneumatic, chemical, thermal, etc.) must be controlled —...
Page 58 Perform Maintenance Safely Perform Maintenance Safely Use Proper Ventilation Make sure the hoists or jacks you use are in good repair. Never use jacks with cracked, bent, or twisted parts. If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, Never use frayed, twisted or pinched cables.
Page 59 Perform Maintenance Safely Hydraulic System Hazards When venting or fi lling the hydraulic system, loosen the fi ller cap slowly and remove it gradually. The hydraulic system is under pressure whenever the Never reset any relief valve in the hydraulic system to a engine is operating and may hold pressure even after the pressure higher than recommended by the manufacturer.
Page 60 Perform Maintenance Safely Avoid Explosion — Observe the polarity of the batteries and connections. — Make the fi nal cable connection to the engine or the WARNING! Avoid possible serious injury from furthest ground point away from the battery. Never explosion.
Page 61 Perform Maintenance Safely Tire And Wheel Maintenance (continued) Never cut or weld on a wheel with an infl ated tire mounted on it. This could cause explosive WARNING! The types of wheels and tires usually decompression. found on this equipment require special care when Check that the tire size and wheel are correctly matched.
Page 62: Final Word To The User
Perform Maintenance Safely Mower Blade Maintenance (continued) — Avoid bending blades. Help prevent mower blades from bending or cracking by avoiding contact with — How are mower blades made? solid objects. Mower blades are intended to cut Mower blades are made of high strength alloy spring grass, shrubs, woody vegetation, and small trees and steel.
Page 64: Reconocimiento
Contenido Reconocimiento ....... 2 Introducción ........2 Alertas de seguridad .
Page 65: Alertas De Seguridad
Alertas de seguridad Símbolo Palabras indicativas Este símbolo de alerta de seguridad signifi ca: Las palabras indicativas son palabras distintivas que “¡ATENCIÓN! ¡MANTÉNGASE ALERTA! ¡SU típicamente se encontrarán en letreros de seguridad SEGURIDAD ESTÁ EN RIESGO!” de la cortadora de césped y otros equipos del sitio de trabajo.
Page 66: Cortadora De Césped Industrial/Para Agricultura
Cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura Tipos de cortadora de césped industrial/para agricultura Las cortadoras de césped se usan para recortar pasturas, Triturador desmenuzar residuos de cultivos, cortar arbustos, realizar desbroce pesado, cortar la hierba en vías de agua, derechos de paso, costados de caminos o autopistas. Además, estas cortadoras se usan para cortar la hierba y otras plantas en zonas públicas como parques y cementerios.
Page 67: Cumplimiento Del Programa De Seguridad
Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Protéjase a sí mismo Use la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le proporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales. Puede necesitar también: —...
Page 68 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Evite las lesiones provocadas por equipos elevados Si un ﬂ uido se inyecta en la piel, debe ser extraído dentro de pocas horas por personal médico Evite posibles lesiones de aplastamiento por caídas de la familiarizado con este tipo de lesión.
Page 69 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad ¡Manténgase alerta! Para una operación segura Sepa dónde obtener asistencia. Sepa cómo usar un Usted debe ser un operador cualifi cado y autorizado equipo de primeros auxilios y un extintor de incendios/ para operar la máquina correctamente. Debe comprender sistema de supresión de fuego.
Page 70 Cumplimiento del programa de seguridad Algunas reglas que debe cumplir al trabajar (continuación) Mantenga — Únicamente personas cualifi cadas y autorizadas a los niños alejados pueden manejar estos equipos. de los equipos — Nunca permita que los niños jueguen en los equipos, viajen en ellos o los hagan funcionar.
Page 71: Preparación Para Una Operación Segura
Preparación para una operación segura Revise los equipos de la cortadora de césped y el marcadas; incluya los pernos y sujetadores de las hojas. Nunca enderece o suelde en las hojas. tractor — Asegúrese de que el escudo para objetos que son Antes de comenzar la jornada de trabajo, inspeccione la arrojados se encuentre correctamente instalado y en buen máquina y asegúrese de que todos los sistemas estén en...
Page 72 Preparación para una operación segura Familiarícese con la zona de trabajo Corrija las condiciones no seguras. No opere en áreas con problemas donde no se puedan retirar o marcar los Antes de hacer funcionar la cortadora de césped, residuos y los obstáculos. inspeccione cuidadosamente la zona de trabajo.
Page 73 Preparación para una operación segura Prueba de seguridad de los controles del tractor y de la cortadora de césped Use el ROPS Arranque el tractor siguiendo los procedimientos y el cinturón de seguridad específi cos del manual del operador del fabricante. Estos procedimientos normalmente incluyen: —...
Page 74 Preparación para una operación segura Enganche de la cortadora de césped al tractor Lea y asegúrese Cortadoras montadas en enganche de tres puntos: de comprender los — Consulte los manuales de los fabricantes de la manuales antes de comenzar la cortadora y del tractor.
Page 75: Arranque Con Seguridad
Arranque con seguridad Cómo realizar un arranque correcto Corte la hierba únicamente con luz diurna o en condiciones de buena luz artifi cial. Hojas giratorias – Manténgase Evite lesiones graves o muerte producidas por objetos arrojados por la cortadora o por el contacto con las hojas: —...
Page 76 Operación con seguridad Objetos arrojados por la cortadora de césped Apague la TDF, espere que las hojas dejen de girar, eleve la cortadora y, después, retroceda. (continuación) Corte desplazándose en sentido de avance. Cortadoras de disco — Cuando se usa una cortadora de disco, es importante conocer la zona donde se va a cortar.
Page 77 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para la cortadora de césped de montaje inferior Nunca se pare sobre la cortadora Cuando se traslada con una cortadora de césped de de césped – montaje inferior: Manténgase alejado — Mantenga la rampa de descarga extraíble en su lugar y por encima de la abertura de descarga.
Page 78 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para cortadoras de 300 ft césped con laterales y montaje lateral (92 m) Mantenga a las personas ajenas Las posiciones elevadas de los laterales reducen la alejadas de la zona protección de los escudos y aumentan los riesgos de de corte objetos arrojados y contacto con las hojas.
Page 79 Operación con seguridad Prácticas de seguridad para trabajos de corte en terrenos desparejos (continuación) Mantenga — Use extremo cuidado para mantener el control de los el control, equipos cuando trabaja en estas condiciones. desplácese — Aumente la estabilidad del tractor agregando pesos o lastre en las ruedas y aumentando al máximo la separación entre las ruedas.
Page 80: Estacionamiento Seguro
Estacionamiento seguro Prácticas de seguridad para el estacionamiento — Use las zonas designadas o alejadas del tránsito. Aplique el freno de — Use lugares con suelo fi rme y nivelado. estacionamiento — Aplique el freno de estacionamiento. — Descienda el equipo de la cortadora de césped hasta el suelo.
Page 81: Realización De Mantenimiento Con Seguridad
Apagado con seguridad Descenso correcto — Nunca descienda de equipos en movimiento. Espere hasta que las — Nunca baje de una máquina saltando. piezas móviles se detengan — Descienda con cuidado. — Verifi que que no haya peldaños resbaladizos. — Mantenga los pies y las manos lejos de los controles. —...
Page 82 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación personal Use la ropa de protección personal y los equipos de protección personal (PPE) que se le proporcionen o que requieran las condiciones del trabajo. SIEMPRE debe usar gafas de seguridad con escudos laterales. Puede necesitar también: —...
Page 83 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Preparación de la máquina Deben controlarse o reducirse las fuentes de energía Prepare los sistemas de la almacenada (eléctricas, mecánicas, hidráulicas, máquina para neumáticas, químicas, térmicas, etc.) al mínimo realizarles servicios practicable antes de realizar cualquier procedimiento de mantenimiento, reparación o servicio.
Page 84 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Use ventilación adecuada Si es necesario hacer funcionar un motor en una zona Retire la llave y cerrada, elimine del área las emanaciones de escape lea el manual de con una extensión del caño de escape. Si no tiene esa mantenimiento extensión, asegúrese de abrir las puertas y dejar entrar aire del exterior.
Page 85 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Riesgos del sistema hidráulico Cuando ventila o llena el sistema hidráulico, afl oje la tapa de llenado con lentitud y retírela gradualmente. El sistema hidráulico se encuentra bajo presión siempre Nunca restablezca una válvula de alivio del sistema que el motor está...
Page 86 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Evite explosiones — Asegúrese de que las máquinas no se estén tocando. — Observe la polaridad de las baterías y conexiones. ¡ADVERTENCIA! Evite posibles lesiones graves por — Realice la conexión fi nal de cable al motor o al punto explosiones.
Page 87 Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Mantenimiento de neumáticos y ruedas (continuación) Evite la explosión ¡ADVERTENCIA! Los tipos de ruedas y neumáticos de los neumáticos que generalmente se encuentran en estos equipos requieren cuidados especiales al realizar servicios para evitar lesiones graves o la muerte. No infl e los neumáticos por encima de la presión No infl e neumáticos con gases infl amables o con sistemas recomendada.
Page 88: Palabras Fi Nales Para El Usuario
Realización de mantenimiento con seguridad Mantenimiento de las hojas de la cortadora — Evite doblar las hojas. Contribuya a prevenir que las hojas de la cortadora se doblen o rajen evitando el (continuación) contacto con objetos sólidos. Las hojas de la cortadora —...
Page 91 INTRODUCTION The Bush Hog 2208 Series Rotary Mower is designed for medium duty applications such as weed, grass, corn stalks, and light brush to 2" diameter. These mowers are multi spindle with two free-swinging blades on each spindle. Free swinging blades reduce the shock of impact when a stationary object is hit.
Page 92 INTRODUCTION The 2208 Series is shipped from the factory with the Front and Rear Safety Enclosures assembled to the cutter. The enclosures can be Single Row or Double Row chains on the front or Single Row Chains, Double Row Chains or a Metal Band to the rear.
Page 93 OEM of the Agricultural tractor used to power and transport this machine would be valid when this machine is attached to and operated by that Agricultural tractor in all OEM recommended applications. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Introduction Section 2-5 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 98 Serious injury or death could occur from the machine falling over. Assembly must be performed with the machine placed on a hard level surface with the shipping bracket removed. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 99 Center Gearbox. Fill with 2.6 Quarts (2.5L) of 85W/140 Gear Oil until oil runs out the check plug hole. 5. Reinstall the vent plug and the check plug. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Assembly Section 3-3 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 100 4. Insert a 3/4” x 2-1/2” Capscrew and fasten with a 3/4” Locknut. 5. Tighten all fasteners. Bushings RH Strut Between Struts RH Flex Yoke LH Strut LH Flex Yoke Capscrews 3/4” x 2-1/2” Bushing into slotted hole and Locknuts 3/4” 2208 SERIES 05/21 Assembly Section 3-4 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 101 3. Install the Driveline Holder to the right hand inside strut using the hole the shipping stand was bolted to. Use the 1” x 2-1/2” capscrew, 1” lockwasher and 1” hex nut to attach the Driveline Holder. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Assembly Section 3-5...
Page 102 Capscrew 1/2” x4-1/2” Mounting Lugs Locknut 1/2” Height Adjusting Bracket Height Adjusting Collar Tailwheel Beam Spiral Pin Capscrew 1/2” x3-1/4” Capscrew 1/2” x1-1/2” Locknut 1/2” Locknut 1/2” Tailwheel Assembly 2208 SERIES 05/21 Assembly Section 3-6 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 103 Hose Holder and insert a 1/2’ x1-1/2” Capscrew through the assembly securing with a 1/2” Locknut to the underside of the plate. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Assembly Section 3-7 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 104 ASSEMBLY PULL MODEL ASSEMBLY Step 3 Steps 1 & 2 Step 4 2208 SERIES 05/21 Assembly Section 3-8 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 105 Place Flatside of Lug Nut Against Wheel LAMINATED TIRE *Wheel Clamp Bolts Lugnuts Place Flatside of Lug Nut Against Wheel FOAM FILLED TIRE *Wheel Clamp Bolts Lugnuts MAXIMUM INFLATION PRESSURE 40 PSI MAXIMUM SPEED 20 MPH AIRPLANE TIRE 2208 SERIES 05/21 Assembly Section 3-9 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 106 1. Remove the Clevis Pins from the Ratchet Assembly and place the clevis ends to the Axle Lug and the Mount Lug on the Base Frame. 2. Install the Clevis Pins 2208 SERIES 05/21 Assembly Section 3-10 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 107 5. Align the tapered pin hole in the hub with the grove on the input shaft. 6. Install the tapered pin, washer and locknut. Torque the nut to 30 ft./lbs. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Assembly Section 3-11 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 110 READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Death or serious injury may occur unless care is taken to follow the warnings and instructions stated in the Safety Messages. Always use good common sense to avoid hazards. (SG-2) 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-2 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 111 Serious injury or death to the operator or others could result if the operator is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. (SG-27) 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-3 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 112 -Hydraulics ......... Optional • Front End Weight ........ As needed to maintain 20% weight on front axle • Power Take Off ........540 RPM 6-spline, 1-3/8” diameter output shaft 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-4 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 113 The power required to operate a mower is determined by the tractor PTO horsepower. For most mowing conditions, the 2208 Series lift mower requires a tractor with at least 45 HP and the semi-mount and pull type mower require at least 35 HP. Operating the mower with a tractor that does not have adequate power may damage the tractor engine.
Page 114 OPERATION 2.6 Drawbar - Pull Type Mower 2.7 Front End Weight 2.8 Power Take Off (PTO) 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-6 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 115 Refer to the tractor Opera- tor’s Manual or consult an authorized dealer for instructions to change tractor tire spacing. OPS-R- 0062 3. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR 3.1 Boarding the Tractor 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-7 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 117 OPERATION 4. STARTING THE TRACTOR 5. CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-9 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 118 OPERATION 5.1 Connecting the Mower - Lift Type and Semi Mount Type 5.2 3-Point Quick Hitch 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-10 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 119 OPERATION 5.3 Connecting Mower - Lift Type Quick Hitch 5.4 Safety Tow Chain 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-11 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 121 OPERATION 6. SETTING THE MOWER 6.1 Setting Mower Height - Lift Type 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-13 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 122 4. Be sure Level rods are equally set to maintain a level cut. 5. Tighten the Lock Nut against the clevis to main- tain the setting. 6.3 Setting the Pitch 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-14 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 123 OPERATION 7. DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT 7.1 Driveline Length Check 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-15 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 124 OPERATION “Bottoming Out” Check Procedure Shorten the Driveline Profiles as follows: Engagement Check Procedure 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-16 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 126 Make sure all pins have cotter pins and washers. Serious injury may occur from not maintaining this machine in good working order. (SG-21) 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-18 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 127 OPERATION 8.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service 8.2 Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-19 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 131 OPERATION 8.3 Cutting Component Inspection Check Output Shaft Nut Torque Check Blade Bolt Torque Maintain at 450 ft. lbs. Maintain at 600 ft. lbs. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-23 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 137 OPERATION 9.1 Starting the Tractor 9.2 Brake and Differential Lock Setting 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-29 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 138 OPERATION 9.3 Raising the Mower 9.4 Driving the Tractor and Mower 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-30 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 139 OPERATION 9.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-31 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 140 OPERATION 10. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-32 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 141 OPERATION 10.1 Foreign Debris and Hazards 10.2 Bystanders/Passerby Precautions 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-33 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 142 OPERATION 10.3 Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO) 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-34 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 143 OPERATION 10.4 PTO RPM and Ground Speed 10.5 Operating the Mower 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-35 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 146 Mower sections or wings are adjusted to be close and parallel to ground without exposing blades. • MOWING AREA has been inspected and foreign materials and debris have been removed. • PASSERSBY are inside enclosed vehicle. OPS-U-0040 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-38 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 147 OPERATION 10.7 Shutting Down the Implement 11. DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-39 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 149 OPERATION 12. MOWER STORAGE 13. TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT 2208 SERIES 05/21 Operation Section 4-41 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 156 MAINTENANCE HAZARDS WITH MAINTENANCE OF IMPLEMENT 2208 SERIES 05/21 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 158 MAINTENANCE 3 POINT LIFT and SEMI MOUNT GREASE POINTS Gearboxes Caster Spindles Wheel Hubs 2208 SERIES 05/21 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 159 MAINTENANCE PULL HITCH GREASE POINTS Gearboxes Wheel Hubs 2208 SERIES 05/21 Maintenance Section 5-5 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 160 Center Gearbox. Fill with additional oil (as needed) of 85/140 Gear Oil until oil runs out the Oil Fill Check Plug hole. 5. Reinstall the vent plug and the check plug. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Maintenance Section 5-6 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 163 Driveline Safety Manual for more information on the safe use of a driveline during normal operation and maintenance. Or type in your internet browser the following web address: www.algqr.com/dme Ops-0009-MISC 2208 SERIES 05/21 Maintenance Section 5-9 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 164 NOTE: Replace Blades in pairs after no more than 1/2" notch wear. Use only genuine Bush Hog replacement blades!
Page 166 Align blade bolt with access hole in top of cutter deck. Use long bar inserted through blade bolt access hole with end against blade bar. Strike opposite end of bar with sledge hammer. Rotate blade carrier 180 degress and repeat process. 2208 SERIES 05/21 Maintenance Section 5-12 © 2021 Alamo Group Inc.

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