Bush Hog HDTH5, Operator'S Manual

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HDTH 5 & 6 Finish Mower 08/21
Operation Section 4-24
© 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
OPERA
TION
If the tractor’s hydraulic pump is not independent of the
tractor PTO, or if the tractor PTO has to be run to have
hydraulic power, disconnect the mower driveline from the
tractor PTO output shaft. Secure the driveline to the
mower deck to prevent driveline damage or loss during
transport
.
OPS-R-0034
Before transporting the tractor on a public roadway or
boarding a trailer for transport, the tractor brake pedals
should be locked together. Locking the pedals ensures
that both wheels brake simultaneously while stopping,
especially when making an emergency stop.
Use extreme caution and avoid hard applications of the
tractor brakes when towing heavy loads at road speeds.
Never tow the implement at speeds greater than 20 MPH
(32 kph). OPS-U- 0018
Transporting on Public Roadways
Extreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and mower on public roadways. The tractor must be
equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV emblem and flashing warning lights to alert drivers
of the tractor’s presence. Remember that roadways are primarily designed for automotive drivers and most drivers
will not be looking out for you, therefore, you must look out for them.
Check your side view mirrors frequently and remember that vehicles will approach quickly because of the tractor’s
slower speed. Be extremely cautious when the piece of equipment that you are towing is wider than the tractor tire
width and/or extends beyond your lane of the road.
OPS-R-0036_B
Only tow the Implement behind a properly sized and equipped Tractor which ex-
ceeds the weight of the Implement by at least 20%. DO NOT tow the Implement
behind a truck or other type of vehicle. Never tow the Implement and another Im-
plement connected in tandem. Never tow the Implement at speeds over 20 MPH.
(STI-06)
Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.
Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-10)