Bush Hog HDTH5, Operator'S Manual

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HDTH 5 & 6 Finish Mower 08/21
Operation Section 4-12
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OPERATION
OPERA
TION
Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
Before each mower use, a complete inspection and service is required to ensure the mower is in a good and safe
working condition. Damaged and/or broken parts should be repaired and/or replaced immediately. To ensure the
mower is ready for operation, conduct the following. OPS-R-0007
The operator’s manual and safety signs affixed on the
unit contain important instructions on the safe and proper
use of the equipment. Maintain these important safety
features on the implement in good condition to ensure
the information is available to the operator at all times.
• Ensure the manual canister is secured to the equip-
ment with the operator’s manual inside.
• Ensure all safety signs are in place and legible. Re-
place missing, damaged, and illegible decals.
OPS-U-
0011
• Perform scheduled lubrication as detailed in the main-
tenance section.
Driveline Connection
• Ensure the driveline is securely attached to tractor.
Make sure the driveline yoke locking collar is securely
seated in the grooves of the PTO shaft by pushing and
pulling the yoke several times.
Hitch, Driveline Shielding,Tailwheel Frame
• Inspect that the 3-point hitch pins are the proper size,
correctly installed, and secured to the tractor lift arms
with retaining pins inserted.
OPS-R-0008_I
• Ensure deflectors are in position and not damaged. Re-
place worn, broken and missing pieces.
• Lift Type - Ensure the tailwheel frame position supports
bolts are properly installed and tightened.
• Inspect all bolts and screws and tighten to the recom-
mended torque.
• Ensure the tractor PTO master shield and the mower
Input shield are in place, lowered, and in good condi-
tion.
• Ensure the driveline integral shield is in good condition
and rotates freely.
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Hitch
Pins
Tailwheel
Frame
Driveline
Integral
Shield