Bush Hog 2310 Series, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
2310 SERIES 09/20 Operation Section 4-5
© 2020 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
TION
2.2 Tractor Safety Devices
If transporting or operating the tractor and implement near a public roadway, the tractor must be equipped
with proper warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem which are clearly visible from the
rear of the unit. Lights and a SMV emblem must be equipped directly on implements if the visibility of the
tractor warning signals are obscured.
Maintain all manufacturer equipped safety shields and guards. Always replace shields and guards that were
removed for access to connect, service, or repair the tractor or implement. Never operate the tractor PTO
with the PTO master shield missing or in the raised position. OPS-U- 0004
2.3 Tractor Horsepower
The power required to operate a mower is determined by the tractor PTO horsepower. For most mowing
conditions, the 2310 Series lift mower requires a tractor with at least 70 HP and the semi-mount and pull
type mower require at least 50 HP. Operating the mower with a tractor that does not have adequate power
may damage the tractor engine. Exceeding 90 HP may cause mower damage by overpowering the unit in
heavy cutting conditions.
2.4 3-Point Hitch
Lift Type Mower-The tractor 3-point hitch must be
rated to lift at least 1850 lbs.
The Model 2310 Series is designed to be mounted
on a tractor with CAT II or CAT III 3-point or CAT II or
CAT III Quick Hitch.
Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for the cate-
gory of the tractor being used. If the hitch does not
conform to ASABE dimensions, the mower may not
fit or raise properly. Consult an authorized dealer for
possible modification procedures to mount non-con-
forming hitches.
Depending on the hitch category, certain size pins
are used to attach the mower to the tractor. Quick
Hitch requires 1-7/16 diameter lower pin and 1-1/4
diameter upper pin. CAT II hitches require 1-1/8 lower
pins and 1 inch upper pins. CAT III hitches require
1-7/16 lower pins and 1-1/4 upper pin diameters.
Our 3-point Quick Hitch is designed to connect to a
Quick-Attach coupler making mounting and dis-
mounting your mower easier. The 3-Point Quick
Hitch is also designed to connect the mower to a
tractor’s 3-point linkage without the use of a Quick
Attach Coupler.
Top Link
attaches
here
Lift Arms
attach here