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Bush Hog RT60G Operating Manual Download Page 1

RTG SERIES TILLERS

(ROTO HOG)

MODELS

RT60G, RT72G, RT84G

RT60GR, RT72GR, RT84GR

Published 05/16 Revised 08/18

Part No. 50075234

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

www.bushing.com

This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe op-
eration of this machine and must be maintained with the
unit at all times. READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the
Safety and Operation Instructions contained in this man-
ual before operating the equipment.

BUSH HOG

®

2501 Griffin Avenue
Selma, Al. 36703
334-874-2700
www.bushing.com

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Summary of Contents for RT60G

Page 1: ...w bushing com This Operator s Manual is an integral part of the safe op eration of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all times READ UNDERSTAND and FOLLOW the Safety and Operation In...

Page 2: ...substitute for a cautious safe minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety parc tices The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety...

Page 3: ...tion to Reverse Rotation 3 8 OPERATION SECTION 4 1 Standard Equipment and Specifications 4 3 Operator Requirements 4 4 Tractor Requirements 4 5 ROPS and Seat Belts 4 5 Tractor Safety Devices 4 5 Tract...

Page 4: ...MAINTENANCE SECTION 5 1 Lubrication 5 2 Outboard Bearing 5 2 Top Gearbox 5 3 Side Gearbox 5 3 Driveshaft Lubrication 5 4 Slipclutch Maintenance 5 5 General Maintenance 5 6 Fastener Torque Chart 5 7...

Page 5: ...SAFETY SECTION Safety Section 1 1...

Page 6: ...perating this equipment Practice all usual and customary safe working precautions and above all remember safety is up to YOU Only YOU can prevent serious injury or death from unsafe practices Indicate...

Page 7: ...to stop Place the tractor shift lever into a low range or parking gear to prevent the tractor from rolling Never dismount a Tractor that is moving or while the engine is running Operate the Tractor co...

Page 8: ...radios and other such sources close to the ear is cumulative over a lifetime without hope of natural recovery SG I7 Always read carefully and comply fully with the manufacturer s instructions when han...

Page 9: ...r medication must consult a med ical professional regarding any side effects of the medication that would hinder their ability to operate the Equipment safely NEVER knowingly allow anyone to operate t...

Page 10: ...jects before working in the area Remove any such objects from the site Never allow the implement to contact such objects STL 6 Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices This Implement may be wide...

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Page 16: ...s 5 50075246 1 Gear Drive Decal Decal Gear Drive Logo 6 50074259 1 Flag Decal Decal Made in USA 7 50035829 1 Manual Tube Storage Tube Operators Manual 50075234 1 Manual Operator Manual 8 D859 1 Warnin...

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Page 23: ...INTRODUCTION SECTION Introduction Section 2 1...

Page 24: ...2015 Alamo Group Inc RTG SERIES TILLER 05 16 Introduction Section 2 2 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION...

Page 25: ...between 45 HP 65 HP with adequate front end weight The RT84GR requires between 45 HP 65 HP with adequate front end weight At least 20 of the tractor s total weight must be on the front tires with the...

Page 26: ...e honored only if completed Owner Registration and Warranty forms are received byAlamo Group within thirty days of delivery of the implement 2 Carefully read the Operator s Manual completely understan...

Page 27: ...limited to transportation charges other than normal freight charges cost of installation other than cost approved by Bush Hog duty taxes charges for normal service or adjustment loss of crops or any o...

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Page 29: ...Assembly Section 3 1 ASSEMBLY SECTION...

Page 30: ...stand from storage position and place in parking position 2015 Alamo Group Inc RTG SERIES TILLER 05 16 Assembly Section 3 2 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Bush Hog RTG series Tillers are shipped from the factory p...

Page 31: ...4 Gr 5 capscrews 4 5 8 lockwashers 4 5 8 hex nuts Leave fasteners finger tight at this point 10 Assemble the A Frame Cover to the inside of the A Frames using 4 3 8 x 1 cap screws 4 3 8 flatwashers on...

Page 32: ...le at the top front of the A Frame place a bushing 2 long x 1 25 diameter between the A frame align holes and install a 3 4 x 3 3 4 Gr 5 capscrew 3 4 lockwasher 3 4 hex nut 14 Tighten ALL fasteners Ma...

Page 33: ...tch yoke end of driveline onto the gerabox shaft 3 Align the hole in the yoke of the slip clutch with the groove around the gearbox shaft 4 Place the M12 1 25 x 65 Capscrew through the yoke and throug...

Page 34: ...Grease Fittings TOP GEARBOX 1 Remove the vent plug on the top of the gearbox and the small inspection plug at the rear of the gearbox 2 Pour the gear oil into the vent plug hole slowly until the oil s...

Page 35: ...he small hole on the side DO NOT OVER FILL THE GEARBOX 3 Replaces the small Inspection Plug and the Vent Plug Clean up any excess gear oil VENT PLUG LOCATION Remove Vent Plug to install gear oil Re in...

Page 36: ...ractor and move the tractor away from the tiller Note In the following illustrations the lift frame and struts are not pictured for clarity It is not necessary to remove these items Step 1 Remove the...

Page 37: ...ping the location of the Breather Plug and the oil plug on the bottom of the box Step 6 Swap locations of the Vent Plug and the Oil Plug so the Vent Plug is where the Oil Plug was and the Oil Plug is...

Page 38: ...two 1 2 x 1 1 4 bolts lock washers and flatwashers previously removed Gearbox Mounting Plate 1 2 x 1 1 4 Bolts Lockwashers Flatwashers 1 2 x 1 3 4 Bolts Lockwashers Located on the underside Vent Plug...

Page 39: ...slotted holes in the mainframe Use six 3 8 x 1 Grade 5 Bolts and 3 8 Locknuts to attach the Shield Shield 3 8 x 1 Grade 5 Bolts and 3 8 Locknuts 6 each Required to attach the Shield Step 11 Reattach...

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Page 41: ...Operation Section 4 1 OPERATION SECTION...

Page 42: ...ist in explaining the operation of a implement tiller Some pic tures may show shields removed for purposes of clarity NEVER OPERATE this implement without all shields in place and in good operational...

Page 43: ...kness 1345 1345 1345 End Plate Thickness 50 50 50 Required Tractor HP 25 45HP 35 55 HP 45 65 HP Driveline Size Cat 4 Cat 4 Cat 4 Gearbox Protection Slip Clutch Slip Clutch Slip Clutch Rotor Drive Type...

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Page 58: ...or such objects before working in tue area Remove any such objects from the site Never allow the implement to contact such objects STL 6 Foreign Debris Hazards Before operating inspect the area to mak...

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Page 60: ...illegible safety decals Inspect for any damaged or worn parts and replace before next use Store rotary tiller in a dry en vironment Extreme care should be taken when operating near loose objects such...

Page 61: ...election and not by the engine operating speed The operator may be required to experiment with several gear range combinations to determine the best gear and range which provides the most ideal perfor...

Page 62: ...o stand between a running Tractor and the Implement when disconnecting the Implement from the Tractor 3 point hitch Always shut the Tractor completely down place the transmission in park and set the p...

Page 63: ...ensure they are not frozen together from rust or corrosion If the implement has been exposed to such conditions at the start of each operating season and any time it is suspected that the slip clutch...

Page 64: ...d Use extreme care and reduce your speed when turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from turning over Determine the maximum turning speed for you and this equipment before operating on...

Page 65: ...ring nor mal cutting conditions locking the differential pro vides no benefit and should not be used OPS U 0013 Be aware of the operating conditions Do not operate the Tractor with weak or faulty brak...

Page 66: ...Make certain that the Slow Moving Vehicle SMV sign is installed in such a way as to be clearly visible and legible When transporting the Equipment use the Tractor flashing warning lights and follow al...

Page 67: ...e pedals are locked together when operating on public roads OPS U 0023 13 3 Hauling the Tractor and Implement Before transporting a loaded tractor and imple ment measure the height and width dimension...

Page 68: ...hine Allow time for break in and constant Low oil level Add oil Worn gears Replace gears Rotors stop turning Slip clutch slipping Reduce load to Tiller or Adjust slip clutch Broken Gear Gears Replace...

Page 69: ...Maintenance Section 5 1 MAINTENANCE SECTION...

Page 70: ...oard Bearing located on the right hand side of the tiller GREASE FITTING Lubricate every 8 Hours LUBRICATION Before each use gearbox should be checked to be sure oil is at the proper levels Operating...

Page 71: ...vent plug on the top of the side gearbox and the small inspection plug at the side of the gearbox 2 Pour the gear oil into the vent plug hole slowly until the oil starts to come out of the small hole...

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Page 74: ...oroughly clean the tiller 2 Lubricate the tiller as covered in Maintenance Section 3 Tighten all bolts and pins to the recommended torque 4 Check the tiller for worn or damaged parts Make replacements...

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Page 76: ...MODEL RT60G SHOWN MODEL RT60GR NOT SHOWN REVERSE ROTATION MODEL RT84G SHOWN MODEL RT84GR NOT SHOWN REVERSE ROTATION MODEL RT72G SHOWN MODEL RT72GR NOT SHOWN REVERSE ROTATION...

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