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Published 08/20
2814 Model
®
BUSH HOG
2501 Griffin Ave.
Selma, AL 36703
334-874-2700
www.bushhog.com
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
© 2020 Alamo Group Inc.
2814/12814
2820/12820
2820R1, 12820R1, 12820S1
2820RR1, 12820RR1, 12820SR1
FLEX-WING ROTARY CUTTER/SHREDDER
12820 Model
MODELS:
2814RR1, 12814RR1
Part No.50073175
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Summarization of Contents
OSHA Training Requirements
Operator Instructions
Employer responsibility to instruct employees on safe operating practices and equipment servicing.
Dealer to Customer Pre-Delivery/ Operation Instructions
Implement Safety
Ensuring deflectors, chain guards, or solid skirts are installed and maintained.
Driveline Safety
Ensuring driveline, gearbox, and other shields are secure to prevent injuries.
Hydraulic Machines Safety
Explaining use of clean hydraulic oil, filter changes, and leak prevention.
Folding-Type Implements Safety
Explaining no guarding against thrown objects when head is lifted.
Safety Section
General Safety Instructions and Practices
General safety advice including awareness of equipment and surroundings.
Introduction Section
Equipment Specifications
Details on the specifications of the mower equipment.
Assembly Section
Dealer Set-Up Instructions
Instructions for dealers to set up the mower for sale.
Operation Section
Operator Requirements
Information on the qualifications and responsibilities of the operator.
Maintenance Section
Hazards with Maintenance of Implement
Safety hazards associated with maintaining the mower implement.
Operator Safety
General Operating Safety
Guidelines for safe operation, including visibility and ground speed.
Visibility Conditions When Mowing
Ensuring clear visibility during mowing operations.
Ground Speed When Mowing
Recommendations for safe ground speed based on conditions.
PTO Speed
Guidelines for operating the PTO at the correct speed.
Federal Laws and Regulations
Employer-Employee Operator Regulations
Regulations concerning employer and employee equipment operators.
OSHA Training Requirements
Requirements for operator instruction and training.
Employer Responsibilities
Employer's duty to ensure employee safety during operation.
Child Labor Under 16 Years of Age
Regulations regarding operating power machinery for minors.
The Industrial/Agricultural Mower
Industrial/Agricultural Mower Types
Description of different types of industrial/agricultural mowers.
Agricultural Disc Mower Types
Description of disc mower types for agricultural use.
Follow A Safety Program
Protect Yourself
Guidance on wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
Know The Rules
Understanding employer and regulatory rules for equipment operation.
Follow A Safety Program
Avoid Injury From Raised Equipment
Precautions to prevent crushing injuries from raised equipment.
Avoid Injury From High Pressure Fluid
Preventing injury from high-pressure fluid leaks.
Avoid Injury From Fire And Explosion
Safety measures to prevent fire and explosion hazards.
Follow A Safety Program
For Safe Operation
Requirements for operating the machine safely.
Follow A Safety Program
Some Rules You Must Work By (continued)
Additional rules for safe operation and bystander safety.
Know The Equipment
Understanding controls, limitations, and safety components of the equipment.
Prepare For Safe Operation
Check The Mower And Tractor Equipment
Pre-work inspection of the mower and tractor systems.
Check that all guards and shields are in place
Ensuring all guards and shields are in place and functional.
Prepare For Safe Operation
Know The Work Area
Inspecting the work area for hazards and obstacles.
Look Out For Others
Ensuring the safety of bystanders and others.
Mount And Dismount Tractor Properly
Safe procedures for mounting and dismounting the tractor.
Prepare For Safe Operation
Tractor And Mower Controls Safety Test
Testing tractor and mower controls before operation.
Power Takeoff System
Information on the safe operation of the Power Takeoff system.
Prepare For Safe Operation
Hitching Mower To Tractor
Instructions for safely hitching the mower to the tractor.
Start Safely
Make The Right Start
Proper procedures for starting the mower and tractor safely.
Operate Safely
Mower Shielding and Thrown Objects
Importance of mower shielding to reduce thrown object risks.
First — Inspect the area prior to mowing
Inspect and clear the area of debris before mowing.
Operate Safely
Mower-Thrown Objects (continued)
Additional information on thrown objects from disc mowers.
Mowing Ground Speed
Correct ground speed for efficient and safe mowing.
Extremely Tall Grass Mowing
Procedures for mowing extremely tall grass.
Watch Equipment Clearances
Allowing sufficient clearance for mower swing during turns.
Operate Safely
Under Mount Mower Safety Practices
Safety practices for under mount mowers.
Wing Or Boom Mower Overhead Obstruction Hazards And Risks
Hazards and risks associated with overhead obstructions.
Operate Safely
Wing And Side Mount Mowers Safety Practices
Safety practices for wing and side mount mowers.
Ditch Bank Mowing Safety Practices
Safety practices for mowing along ditch banks.
Uneven Terrain Mowing Safety Practices
Safety practices for mowing on slopes and uneven terrain.
Operate Safely
Uneven Terrain Mowing Safety Practices (continued)
Continued safety practices for uneven terrain mowing.
Road Transport Safety Practices
Safety practices for transporting the equipment on public roads.
Park Safely
Parking Safety Practices
Guidelines for safely parking the mower and tractor.
Shut Down Safely
Proper Equipment Shut Down Practices
Habits for properly shutting down equipment to prevent accidents.
Perform Maintenance Safely
Maintain Your Equipment
Importance of regular equipment maintenance.
Mower Parts And Your Safety
Using correct parts and avoiding modifications for safety.
Perform Maintenance Safely
Prepare Yourself
Guidelines for personal preparation before maintenance.
Prepare The Work Area
Ensuring a safe and clear work area for maintenance.
Perform Maintenance Safely
Prepare The Machine
Controlling stored energy sources before maintenance.
Common Maintenance Safety Practices
Fuel Hazards
Safety precautions when handling flammable fuels.
Engine Coolant Hazards
Precautions when dealing with hot engine coolant systems.
Perform Maintenance Safely
Hydraulic System Hazards
Hazards associated with high-pressure hydraulic systems.
Electrical System Hazards
Safety precautions when working with electrical systems.
Avoid Injury
Preventing injury from battery acid (electrolyte).
Perform Maintenance Safely
Avoid Explosion
Safety measures to prevent battery explosion.
Tire And Wheel Maintenance
Procedures for inspecting and maintaining tires and wheels.
Perform Maintenance Safely
Tire And Wheel Maintenance (continued)
Continued tire and wheel maintenance procedures.
Service and Repairs Before Machine Is Released
Ensuring all services and repairs are completed before releasing the machine.
Mower Blade Maintenance
Guidelines for safe mower blade maintenance.
Perform Maintenance Safely
Mower Blade Maintenance (continued)
Further details on mower blade maintenance and replacement.
Limited Warranty
Warranty Limitations - Gearbox
Specific limitations for gearbox warranty coverage.
One-Year (12 months) Limited Warranty on the Driveline
Warranty terms for driveline components.
Driveline Attachment to Implement
CV Driveline
Instructions for attaching the Constant Velocity driveline.
Center Driveline
Instructions for installing or reinstalling the center driveline.
1. Operator Requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
List of required personal protective equipment for safe operation.
2. Tractor Requirements
Tractor Requirements and Capabilities
Specifications and capabilities required for the tractor.
2.1 ROPS and Seat Belt
Importance of ROPS and seat belts for operator protection.
2.2 Tractor Safety Devices
Requirements for tractor safety devices like lighting and SMV emblems.
3. Tractor Horsepower
3.1 Drawbar
Adjusting drawbar length for PTO speed and tractor stability.
3.2 Tractor Hydraulics
Requirements for tractor hydraulic systems and control valves.
3.3 Front End Weight
Maintaining adequate front-end weight for tractor stability.
3.4 Power Take Off (PTO)
3.5 Tire Spacing
Setting tractor tire spacing for optimal stability.
4. Getting On and Off the Tractor
4.1 Boarding the Tractor
Safe procedures for boarding the tractor.
4.2 Dismounting the Tractor
Safe procedures for dismounting the tractor.
5. Starting the Tractor
Essential Tractor Controls
Identifying and understanding essential tractor controls.
6. Connecting the Mower to the Tractor
6.1 Connecting Mower Tongue to the Tractor
Steps for connecting the mower tongue to the tractor drawbar.
6.2 Connecting Mower Hydraulic Lines to the Tractor
Operating Mower Hydraulics with Three Tractor Hydraulic Ports
Connecting hydraulics with three tractor ports.
Operating Mower Hydraulics with Two Tractor Hydraulic Ports
Connecting hydraulics with two tractor ports.
Operating the Mower Hydraulics with a 3-Spool Hydraulic Control Valve
Using a 3-spool control valve for mower hydraulics.
7.1 Setting Deck Height
Leveling Deck Center Section
Procedure for leveling the center deck section.
Leveling Wing Sections With Center
Adjusting wing sections to be level with the center deck.
Setting Deck Pitch
Lower Horse Power - Better Fuel Efficiency
Adjusting deck pitch for better fuel efficiency.
Increase Mulching
Adjusting deck pitch to improve mulching.
8. Driveline Attachment
8.1 Driveline Length Check
Ensuring correct driveline length for safe operation.
8.2 Constant Velocity (CV) Driveline
CV Driveline Maximum Angle Check Procedure
Procedure to check maximum safe angle for CV driveline.
10.1 Starting the Tractor
Essential Tractor Controls
Identifying and understanding essential tractor controls.
14.1 Tire and Wheels
Tire Size and Matching requirements - Center Axle
Requirements for tire size and matching on the center axle.
Flex Wing Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement Instructions
Implement Cylinders Removal and Replacement
Step-by-step instructions for removing and replacing implement cylinders.
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