OPERATION
BH100 Series
04/21 Operation Section 4-2
© 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
TION
BUSH HOG BH114, BH115, BH116 ROTARY MOWER
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Bush Hog BH114, BH115, BH116 rotary mowers are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers.
These mowers are designed to cut grass, weeds, small brush and other vegetative material up to 1" diam-
eter in areas such as pastures and industrial areas. The mower is equipped with protective deflectors to
prevent objects being thrown from the mower by the blades, however, no shielding is 100% effective. All
shields, guards, deflectors, and chains equipped on the unit must be maintained on the mower in good op-
erational condition.
It is the operator’s responsibility to be knowledgeable of all potential operating hazards and to take every
reasonable precaution to ensure oneself, others, animals, and property are not injured or damaged by the
mower, tractor, or a thrown object. Do not operate the mower if passersby, pets, livestock, or property are
within 300 feet of the unit unless:
•
All THROWN OBJECT SHIELDING including, Front and Rear Deflectors, Chains Guards, Steel Guards,
Bands, Side Skirts and Skid Shoes in place and in good condition when mowing.
•
Mower sections or wing are adjusted to be close and parallel to ground without exposing blades.
•
MOWING AREA has been inspected and foreign materials and debris have been removed.
•
PASSERSBY are inside enclosed vehicle.
This section of the Operator’s Manual is designed to familiarize, instruct, and educate safe and proper mower
use to the operator. Pictures contained in this section are intended to be used as a visual aid to assist in
explaining the operation of a rotary mower. Some pictures may show shields removed for purposes of clarity.
NEVER OPERATE this implement without all shields in place and in good operational condition. The operator
must be familiar with the mower and tractor operation and all associated safety practices before operating the
mower and tractor. Proper operation of the mower, as detailed in this manual, will help ensure years of safe
and satisfactory use of the mower.
IMPORTANT: To avoid mower damage, retorque all bolts after the first 10 hours of operation. Retighten blade
carrier retaining nut on gearbox lower shaft to 450 ft. lbs.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY SECTION OF THIS
MANUAL AND THE TRACTOR MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THE TRACTOR AND
IMPLEMENT.
If you do not understand any of the instructions, contact your nearest authorized dealer for a
full explanation. Pay close attention to all safety signs and safety messages contained in this manual and
those affixed to the implement and tractor.
OPS-U- 0001
READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Death or serious
injury may occur unless care is taken to follow the warnings and instructions stated in the
Safety Messages. Always use good common sense to avoid hazards.
(SG-2)
Si no lee ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que si lo lea para que le traduzca las
medidas de seguridad.
(SG-3)
Summary of Contents for BH100 Series
Page 9: ...Safety Section 1 1 2021 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY SECTION ...
Page 31: ...SAFETY BH100 Series 04 21 Safety Section 1 23 2021 Alamo Group Inc SAFETY ...
Page 33: ......
Page 59: ......
Page 85: ...Introduction Section 2 1 2021 Alamo Group Inc INTRODUCTION SECTION ...
Page 91: ...Assembly Section 3 1 2021 Alamo Group Inc ASSEMBLY SECTION ...
Page 98: ......
Page 99: ...Operation Section 4 1 2021 Alamo Group Inc OPERATION SECTION ...
Page 143: ...Maintenance Section 5 1 2021 Alamo Group Inc MAINTENANCE SECTION ...
Page 156: ...MAINTENANCE BH100 Series 04 21 Maintenance Section 5 14 2021 Alamo Group Inc MAINTENANCE ...
Page 157: ......
Page 159: ...Sección de Seguridad 1 24 SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 160: ...Sección de Seguridad 1 23 SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 161: ...Sección de Seguridad 1 22 SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 162: ...Sección de Seguridad 1 21 SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 163: ...Sección de Seguridad 1 20 SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 164: ...Sección de Seguridad 1 19 SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 165: ...Sección de Seguridad 1 18 SEGURIDAD SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 174: ...SEGURIDAD Sección de Seguridad 1 9 SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 175: ...SEGURIDAD Sección de Seguridad 1 8 SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 176: ...SEGURIDAD Sección de Seguridad 1 7 SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 177: ...SEGURIDAD Sección de Seguridad 1 6 SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 178: ...SEGURIDAD Sección de Seguridad 1 5 SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 179: ...SEGURIDAD Sección de Seguridad 1 4 SEGURIDAD BH100 Series 04 21 2021 Alamo Group Inc ...
Page 182: ......
Page 183: ......