Bush Hog HDE-3 Series Operator's Manual

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HDE-3 SERIES

ZERO TURN MOWERS

MODELS:

HDE2049KT3, HDE2249FS3,

HDE2255FS3, HDE2555KP3,

HDE2261FS3, HDE2561KP3

Published: 05/19

Manual Number 50080651

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Page 1 HDE-3 SERIES ZERO TURN MOWERS MODELS: HDE2049KT3, HDE2249FS3, HDE2255FS3, HDE2555KP3, HDE2261FS3, HDE2561KP3 Published: 05/19 Manual Number 50080651 ©2019 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 3 Operating of this Zero Turn Mower on a Slope Exceeding 15 De- grees is unsafe and can cause upset or loss of traction resulting in serious injury or death. SLOPE INDICATOR This page may be copied for personal use outside of this manual. Fold along the dashed line to measure the slope being checked.
Page 5 Dealer to explain any instructions that you do not fully understand. The care you give your Bush Hog Zero Turn Mower will greatly determine your satisfaction with its performance and its service life. Carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual to provide you with a thorough understanding of your new Zero Turn Mower and its intended use and service requirements.
Page 6 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 7  Steering checked and adjusted, if necessary.  Check tire pressure.  Warranty information has been registered on line with Bush Hog.  Operator's manual has been delivered to owner and he has been instructed on the safe and proper use of the Zero Turn Mower.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
HDE SERIES ZERO TURN MOWER TABLE OF CONTENT SAFETY (SECTION 1) General Safety Instructions and Practices ................1-1 Important Safety Considerations and Precautions ..............1-2 Safety Instructions and Recommendations ................1-2 OPERATOR SAFETY........................1-3 MOWER OPERATION SAFETY....................1-3 Ground Speed When Mowing ..........................1-3 ACCIDENT PATTERNS TO AVOID...................1-4 Contact With The Rotating Blades..........................1-4 Mower Thrown Objects.............................1-4 Grass Discharge Chute ............................1-4 Over Turning................................1-4 Mower Running Over Victim .............................1-4...
Page 10 OPERATION (SECTION 4) .......................4-1 TRAINING BEFORE STARTING ........................4-1 Starting the Engine ..............................4-1 Shutting Down the Engine ............................4-1 STEERING..........................4-2 To Move Forward or Backwards ..........................4-2 To Turn Left ................................4-2 To Turn Right................................4-2 To Perform a Zero Turn..............................4-2 OPERATING THE MOWER......................4-2 ROPS and SEAT BELTS......................4-3 REAR HITCH ..........................4-3 MOWING ON SLOPES and HILLS....................4-3 MOWING NEAR WATER, DITCHES, and EMBANKMENTS ............4-4 MOWING TIPS..........................4-4...
Page 11 PUMP BELT INSTALLATION .....................6-9 CUTTING BLADE MAINTENANCE ...................6-9 Blade Removal................................6-9 Inspect Blades ................................6-9 Sharpening Blades..............................6-10 Installing Blades...............................6-10 ADJUSTING the MOWER DECK.....................6-10 Leveling the Deck ..............................6-10 TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE....................6-11 Fluid and Filter Change Procedure ..........................6-11 Purging Procedures ..............................6-12 CONSOLE MAINTENANCE ...................6-13- 6-15 General Care ................................6-14 Bypass or Failed Safety Interlock Switch Detection....................6-14 Service Alerts ................................6-14 Alarms..................................6-14 Console Diagnostic Codes............................6-15...
Page 13 SAFETY SECTION 1...
Page 33: Safety Decal Locations (Mower Deck)
SAFETY Safety Decal Location Mower Deck Under Shield Under Shield ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION D914 Danger Decal - Rotating Blades D641 Warning Decal - Pinch Point Hazard D916 Danger Decal - Do Not Mow without Discharge Chute in Place D917 Danger Decal - Thrown Object Hazard D918 Warning Decal - Keep Shields In Place...
Page 34: Safety Decal Locations (Power Unit)
Ÿ refueling. D951 ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION D859 Warning - Use Genuine Bush Hog Parts D919 Warning - Crushing Hazard D920 Instruction - Maintain ROPS (English) D921 Warning - Hot Surface D922 Instruction - Maintain ROPS (Spanish) D923...
Page 35: Safety Decal Pictorials
SAFETY Safety Decal Pictorials HDE-3 ZT 05/19 Safety Section 1-21 © 2019 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 37 SAFETY Safety Decal Pictorials ATENCIÓN CAUTION Ÿ Ÿ Shut off engine before fueling. Ÿ Ÿ indoors or when engine is hot. Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ el motor. Ÿ refueling. D951 HDE-3 ZT 05/19 Safety Section 1-23 © 2019 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 39: Introduction
INTRODUCTION SECTION 2...
Page 41 INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Bush Hog customer. Your Bush Hog Zero Turn Riding Mower has been carefully designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers to give maximum service with minimum down time. This manual is provided to give you the necessary operating and maintenance instructions for keeping your Zero Turn Mower in top operating con- dition.
Page 42 INTRODUCTION The Bush Hog Zero Turn is intended for use on lawns and other frequently maintained areas where a smooth, even cut is desired and superior ma- neuverability is needed. The Power Unit consists of a Kawasaki, or Kohler twin cylinder engine. The engine has a pressurized oil lubrication system with spin-on type filter, fused electronic ignition, electric start and the Zero Turn has a 8 gallon fuel system.
Page 43: Specifications
INTRODUCTION SPECIFICATIONS HDE Series Zero Turn Mower MODEL ENGINE CUTTING WIDTH HDE2049KT3........20 HP Kohler 7000 Series KT715..........49” Deck HDE2249FS3........22 HP Kawasaki FS651 ..............49” Deck HDE2255FS3........22 HP Kawasaki FS651 ..............55” Deck HDE2555KP3........25 HP Kohler 7000 Series+ PRO Filtration.........55” Deck HDE2261FS3........22 HP Kawasaki FS651 ..............61” Deck HDE2561KP3........25 HP Kohler 7000 Series+ PRO Filtration.........61” Deck CONTROLS.........Electronic Control Module with Keyless Start, System Monitoring and Soft Start PTO Engage PTO............Electromagnetic Clutch rated at 200 FT/LBS...
Page 45: Controls (Section 3)
CONTROLS SECTION 3...
Page 47: Control Locations
CONTROLS CONTROL LOCATIONS Under Engine Under Under Armrest Armrest 1. Transaxle Bypass Linkage 7. Seat Adjusting Lever 2. Fuel Cap 8. Start/Stop Button 3. Steering Control Levers 9. Mower PTO Switch 4. Parking Brake Lever 10. Engine Throttle Control 5. Deck Lift Pedal 11.
Page 48 CONTROLS CONSOLE ITEM DESCRIPTION FUNCTION Engine Start/Stop Button Powers Engine ON / Powers Engine OFF. Key Code Buttons Powers up Console by entering Key Code and enables specific functions as starting /stopping engine, engaging PTO. OK to Start Indicator Light Glows Green when safe to start engine, Red when unsafe.
Page 49: Ignition Switch
CONTROLS Ignition Switch 6. If the new code is usable, the console prompts the user to re-enter the code again by displaying: ENTER” “CODE” “AGAIN”. Re-enter the code used in step 4, IGNITION then push the PTO switch down SWITCH 7. The console confirms that the two key codes entered in step 4 and 6 match.
Page 50: Steering Control Levers
CONTROLS Steering Control Levers Speed Tracking Adjusting Steering Control Levers control the direction and speed of the Zero Turn Mower in both forward and reverse The Speed Tracking Adjustment Screws, located on the travel. Turning is controlled by pushing one lever forward panels under the seat arm rest on each side, allow the and pulling the opposite lever backward or to the neutral operator to adjust the forward speed of each Steering...
Page 51: Parking Brake
CONTROLS Parking Brake Cutting Height Controls Height Adjusting Parking Brake Lever Foot Control The Parking Brake is located on the left side of the Zero Turn Mower. To set the brake pull the lever up and push Pedal down to release. When engaging the brake the Zero Turn Mower must be completely motionless.
Page 52: Fuel Tank And Filler Neck
CONTROLS Fuel Tank and Filler Neck Seat Adjustment Controls NON-SUSPENSION SEAT Filler Neck & Move Lever Fuel to left to adjust. The Fuel Tank is located under the operators seat and the Filler Neck is located on the left hand side toward the rear of the seat.
Page 53: Transaxle Bypass Controls
CONTROLS 2. The Backrest Angle Adjustment Knob. 3. Arm Rest Height adjustment (raise arm rest to access adjustment knobs). 4. Seat Slide allows 6” of fore and aft adjustment. The seat is shaped to increase air flow so that you stay more comfortable on hot days Transaxle Bypass Control Transaxle Bypass Linkages...
Page 55: Operation (Section 4)
OPERATION SECTION 4...
Page 57: Training
OPERATION IMPORTANT! If you are unfamiliar with the oper- Starting the Engine ation of a Zero Turn Mower, READ 1. Operator sitting in seat. NOTE; The Seat is the Safety Section and the Controls Section before equipped with an operator presence switch and the Operating.
Page 58: Steering
OPERATION Steering Operating the Mower Direction of travel and speed are controlled by the Steer- The Mowing Height is controlled by the Foot Control ing Control Levers. The right hand lever controls the right Pedal and a Height Adjusting Pin. wheel and the left hand lever controls the left wheel.
Page 59: Rops And Seat Belts
OPERATION ROPS and Seat Belts This Zero Turn Mower comes equipped from the factory with a Rear Tow Hitch. The hitch should be used to pull small yard implements such as dethatchers, seeders, ROPS fertilizer spreaders and yard carts. Implements should be towed at slow CAU T IO N speeds on level ground and never towed on steep slopes.
Page 60: Mowing Near Water, Ditches, And Embankments
OPERATION Mowing Near Water, Ditches, and Mowing Tips Embankments Before mowing check the area to CA UT IO N be mowed for debris that can be Operating this Zero Turn Mower DA NGER removed. Objects that are fixed and cannot be removed, flag the object so a collision near water where drop offs are does not occur.
Page 61: Moving The Machine Manually
OPERATION Moving Machine Manually Weak or Discharged Battery NOTE: Do not push, pull, or tow this Zero Turn Mower If the battery is weak and will not start the engine, it without first releasing the hydraulic pressure in the Inte- should be recharged using a battery charger.
Page 63: Transporting (Section 5)
TRANSPORTING SECTION 5...
Page 65: Preparing To Transport
TRANSPORTING Transporting the Zero Turn Mower Loading the Zero Turn Mower at a steeper angle than 15 degrees can cause possible tip over or loss of traction resulting in injury or death. Mower compo- Transport Zero Turn Mower on a heavy duty trailer that nents may hang up on the transition from the ramp is adequate to handle the size and weight of the Zero to the trailer bed.
Page 66 TRANSPORTING Unloading the Zero Turn Mower C AU TION Extreme CAUTION should be used when loading and unload- ing the Zero Turn Mower. Avoid sudden acceleration and deceleration while driving on the ramp and trailer bed. This could cause loss of control and tip-over. 1.
Page 67: Maintenance (Section 6)
MAINTENANCE SECTION 6...
Page 69: Recommended Regular Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE Recommended Regular Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After the first 8 hours • Change the engine oil and oil filter. • Check the torque on the wheel lug nuts. After the first 50 hours • Change the hydraulic system filter and oil. Before each use or daily •...
Page 70: Lubrication
2. 2 shots of grease every 50 hours in the Idler Pivot tube and more frequently in dusty or sandy condi- tions. Engine Maintenance The Bush Hog Series HDE Zero Turn Mowers are of- fered with 2 different engine manufactures. Kawasaki and Kohler. Maintenance procedures vary from each manufacturer.
Page 71 MAINTENANCE Mower Model ..Engine Series Checking Engine Oil Level Number HDE2249FS3...Kawasaki FS651 NOTE: Check oil level when engine is cold. HDE2255FS3...Kawasaki FS651 Engine oil should be checked before each use or daily. HDE2261FS3...Kawasaki FS651 HDE2049KT3...Kohler KT715 Follow the procedures for checking oil as instructed by HDE2555KP3 ..Kohler KT745 the engine manufacturers manual which applies to your HDE2561KP3 ..Kohler KT745...
Page 72: Servicing The Battery
MAINTENANCE Servicing the Battery 6. Re-install battery and cables in reverse order of re- moval. This Zero Turn Mower is equipped from the factory with a maintenance free battery that does not need servicing. Replacing the Battery However, if the Zero Turn Mower is not being used for an extended period or placed in storage, disconnect the 1.
Page 73: Safety System
MAINTENANCE Safety System Parking Brake Adjustment The Safety System of this Zero Turn Mower is designed to prevent starting or driving the Zero Turn Mower under Adjusting Nuts Brake the following conditions Cable The engine will only start when: ● The Zero Turn Mower PTO Switch is in the down po- sition (Blades disengaged).
Page 74: Caster Wheels
MAINTENANCE Caster Wheels Anti-Scalp Rollers Axle Nut Roller Bearing Grease Fitting Roller Bearing Axle Bolt Adjusting Bolt Roller Flange Axle Bearing Sleeve Flange Bearing NOTE: All adjustments to Anti-scalp Rollers should be made with the Zero Turn Mower on a flat level surface. The Caster Wheels should be checked after every 200 hour of operation.
Page 75: Mower Deck V-Belt
MAINTENANCE Mower Deck V-Belts Mower Deck Belt Installation To Clutch Pulley Mower deck V-Belts should be checked every 100 hours of usage and more often under heavy usage. Tension Rod Belt Tension Inspect belts for severe cracking and large nicks. Outer Nut Idler Pulley NOTE: Belts will show small cracks under normal oper-...
Page 76 MAINTENANCE PUMP BELT C A UTION Servicing the Pump Belt will re- quire the back end of the Zero Turn Mower to be elevated to gain access to the belt area. Parking Brake Set Clutch Stop Mower Deck Belt Wheel Chocks Always set the Parking Brake and D ANG ER use wheel chocks on the front...
Page 77: Pump Belt Installation
MAINTENANCE Pump Belt Installation Cutting Blade Maintenance 1. Follow steps 1-4 of Pump Belt Removal. Best mowing results are achieved when blades are sharp and not damaged. 2. Place the belt over the Cooling Fans and into the Replace blades that become bent or cracked while mow- pulley Groove.
Page 78: Sharpening Blades
MAINTENANCE Sharpening Blades Adjusting the Mower Deck IMPORTANT! Check tire pressure before adjust- When sharpening blades wear WAR NING ing Mower Deck (See - Tire Pres- gloves and eye protection. sure). Under inflated or over inflated tires will not allow you to properly adjust your Zero Turn Mower deck 1.
Page 79: Transaxle Maintenance
MAINTENANCE 5. Adjustment is achieved by turning the Adjusting Nuts Transaxle Maintenance at the Rear Deck Hangers on each side of the deck until the blade tips are at the 3” position. This Zero Turn Mower has two Transaxles. The Transaxles have external filters for ease of maintenance.
Page 80: Purging Procedures
MAINTENANCE 6. Repeat steps 1-5 on the opposite side transaxle drive. Purging Procedures 7. Drain old oil filters of all free flowing oil prior to disposal. These purge procedures should be implemented any Place used oil in appropriate containers and deliver to an time a hydrostatic system has been opened to facil- approved recycling collection facility.
Page 81: Console Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Console Maintenance ITEM DESCRIPTION FUNCTION Engine Start/Stop Button Powers Engine ON / Powers Engine OFF. Key Code Buttons Powers up Console by entering Key Code and enables specific functions as starting /stopping engine, engaging PTO. OK to Start Indicator Light Glows Green when safe to start engine, Red when unsafe.
Page 82: General Care
MAINTENANCE Console Maintenance Alarms Low Oil Alarm - If the oil pressure switch closes for ten General Care seconds while the engine is running, the console displays “OIL” “PSI” on the LCD (11), flashes the low oil alarm The Console is a completely sealed instrument designed LED indicator, and shuts down the engine.
Page 83: Console Diagnostic Codes
MAINTENANCE Console Diagnostic Codes When a fault is detected by the console it is displayed on the LCD (14) as a numeric code. Below is a chart of the error codes and potential sources ERROR DESCRIPTION CODE # Continuous PTO clutch current to high - check PTO clutch coil resistance. Function inhibited because continuous system current to high.
Page 84: Spark Arrestor Maintenance
MAINTENANCE *SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE Muffler Tailpipe *This unit is Approved for use on U.S. Forest Service Lands. Screen Clamp Extension Maintenance Wait until the muffler is cool before C AU TION performing any maintenance. SPARK ARRESTOR SCREEN should be inspected every 100 hours of engine usage. 1. Loosen the two nuts on the clamp and slide clamp off,over the tailpipe extension.
Page 85: Storage (Section 7)
STORAGE SECTION 7...
Page 87: Winter Storage
New Season Preparation check is completed use only Genuine Bush Hog 5. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon Parts. The use of “Will Fit” parts may reduce Zero of engine oil into the cylinder.
Page 89: Trouble Shooting (Section 8)
TROUBLE SHOOTING SECTION 8...
Page 91 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE CAUSE ENGINE WILL NOT START MACHINE VIBRATES Battery Dead Loose Blade or Blades PTO Switch Engaged Blades not balanced Steering Levers not in Neutral Lock Position Engine mount bolts loose Parking Brake Not Set Contamination in Carburetor or Fuel Line ENGINE OVERHEATS Clogged Fuel Filter Clogged air intakes or cooling fins...
Page 93: Technical Data (Section 9)
TECHNICAL DATA SECTION 9...
Page 95: Main Wiring Harness
TECHNICAL DATA MAIN WIRING HARNESS ASSEMBLY To Control Module Connector To Control Connector Brown To RH Neutral Switch Orange Blue/White To Seat Switch Black Green To Fuel Sender Yellow To Battery Ground Black NOTE: 15 AMP fuse located behind seat between the front of 15 AMP Fuse engine and fuel tank.
Page 97: Engine Adaptor Harness For Kawasaki Engines
TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE ADAPTOR HARNESS for KAWASAKI ENGINES FUEL SOLENOID BROWN 18 GA. MAGNETO TO GROUND RED/BLACK 18 GA. VOLTAGE REGULATOR RED 12 GA. CONNECTOR FEMALE 9 POSITION GRAY/BLACK 18 GA. OIL SENDER BATTERY (+) RED 14 GA. BLACK 14 GA. GROUND/SOLENOID STARTER/SOLENOID PURPLE 14 GA. HDE-3 ZT 05/19 Technical Data Section 9-3 ©...
Page 98: Engine Adaptor Harness For Kohler Engines
TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE ADAPTOR HARNESS for KOHLER ENGINES FUEL SOLENOID BROWN 18 GA. MAGNETO TO GROUND RED/BLACK 18 GA. ALT OUTPUT RED 14 GA. CONNECTOR FEMALE 9 POSITION CONNECTOR MALE 6 POSITION OIL SENDER GRAY/BLACK 18 GA. BATTERY (+) RED 14 GA. GROUND/SOLENOID BLACK 14 GA. STARTER/SOLENOID PURPLE 14 GA.
Page 100: Service And Maintenance Records
TECHNICAL DATA SERVICE and MAINTENANCE RECORDS Service or Maintenance Date Meter Performed Hours HDE-3 ZT 05/19 Technical Data Section 9-6 © 2019 Alamo Group Inc.
Page 102 HDE-3 SERIES ZERO TURN MOWER P/N 50080651 Printed in U.S.A.

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