Alamo BUSH HOG PVB, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
PVB-PVS 08/20 Operation Section 4-15
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8.1 Operating the Pulverizer
Level the implement from side to side and front to rear using adjustments on the tractor’s 3-point lift.
The shanks are positively positioned and should not be adjusted. Independent spring tensioners, located on
the ends of the rollers, are factory adjusted and should require no further adjustment.
Height of operation depends on the operation being performed. Lower operating positions are useful for
leveling the ground. Higher positions are used to smooth the soil surface. The implement may be tilted to the
rear so that only the rollers are in contact with the ground. This position is helpful when planting see beds.
Care should be exercised during use of the pulverizer to prevent hanging the shanks or rollers on immovable
objects or otherwise use the implement under conditions beyond its designed capacity.
7.5 Driving the Tractor and Implement
Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the
tractor and unit. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steering control.
The tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent the
operator from stopping quickly during an emergency. If the power steering or engine ceases operating, stop
the tractor immediately as the tractor will be difficult to control.
Perform turns with the tractor and units at slow speeds to determine how the tractor with an attached blade or
rake handles a turn. Determine the safe speed to maintain proper control of the tractor when making turns.
When turning with a towed implement, the overall working length of the unit is increased. Allow additional
clearance for the units when turning.
To avoid overturns, drive the tractor with care and at safe speeds, especially when operating over rough
ground, crossing ditches or slopes, and turning corners. Tractor wheel tread spacing should be increased
when working on inclines or rough ground to reduce the possibility of tipping.
Use extreme caution when operating on steep slopes. Keep the tractor in a low gear when going downhill. DO
NOT coast or free-wheel downhill. OPS-U- 0014
8. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
THE OPERATOR MUST COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND HOW TO OPERATE THE TRACTOR AND
IMPLEMENT AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE.
The operator must read and
understand the Safety and Operation Sections of the implement and tractor operator’s manuals. These
manuals must be read and explained to any operator who cannot read. Never allow someone to operate the
implement and tractor without complete operating instructions.
Before starting any operation, the operator must become familiar with the area to be worked in and any
obstacles and hazards contained within to ensure safety to the operator, bystanders, and equipment. Special
attention should be paid to foreign debris, rough terrain, steep slopes, and passersby and animals in the area.
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