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HT417 This Manual applies to Models with Serial Numbers HT417H 271855 and above. HAY TEDDER 50068961 Published 05/22 Part No. OPERATOR’S MANUAL This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all times. READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the Safety and Operation Instructions contained in this manual before operating the equipment.
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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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ....................... 1-1 Safety Messages ..............................1-2 Operator Safety Instructions and Practices ......................1-3 Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices..................1-4 Connecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions & Practices ............1-7 Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices ....................1-8 Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices ................
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PTO RPM and Ground Speed .......................... 4-19 Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO) ........................ 4-19 Shutting Down the Implement ........................... 4-20 DISCONNECTING THE HAY TEDDER FROM THE TRACTOR ..............4-20 HAY TEDDER STORAGE ..........................4-21 TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT ..................4-22 Transport Instructions for Manual Fold ......................
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These parts are made and tested to Bush Hog specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce equipment performance, void warranties, and present a safety hazard. Use genuine Bush Hog parts for economy and safety.
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Maintain Weight For Steerage 00725746 PELIGRO Spanish-Get Translation 00763977 INSTRUCT Notice To Owner 999200 WARNING Multi-Hazard General D859 WARNING Genuine Bush Hog Parts 50063360 LOGO Bush Hog 50068924 NAME HT417 Model Name 50068925 NAME HT417H Model Name 2738332 REFLECT Red Reflector...
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INTRODUCTION The HT417/HT417H Hay Tedder is one of the fastest and most efficient hay tedders available. Rotor speed and forward drive speed should be selected for each individual job, since there are large variations in the nature and properties of different crops.
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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 judgment of Bush Hog such use affects its performance, stability or reliability.
Pictures contained in this section are intended to be used as a visual aid to assist in explaining the operation of a Hay Tedder and are not necessarily of a HT417. Some pictures may show shields removed for purposes of clarity.
10.1 Operating the Hay Tedder In Field (Manual Fold) For the HT417/HT417H manual fold, lateral arms 1 & 2 should be lowered before hand. To do this, rotate pin 4 so that spring pins 3 on it, slides over tab “C”, causing pin 4 to exit from the hole in the inside pipe of the strut assembly (RH and LH side).
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TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER 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 (1928.51 Subpart C) makes these minimum safety...
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