background image

© 2020 Alamo Group Inc.

$0.00

 BS1

BS2

Published 09/20

Part No. 50075568

OPERATOR’S MANUAL 

BUSH HOG

®

 

2501 Griffin Ave.

Selma, AL 36703

334-874-2700

www.bushhog.com

SERIES BALE SPEAR

This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation 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 manual before operating the equipment. 

C01-

Cover

Summary of Contents for BS1 Series

Page 1: ... AL 36703 334 874 2700 www bushhog com SERIES BALE SPEAR This Operator s Manual is an integral part of the safe operation 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 manual before operating the equipment C01 Cover ...

Page 2: ... safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents BEFORE YOU START Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual Observe the rules of safety and common sense WARRANTY INFORMATION Read and understand the complete Warranty Statement found in this Manual Fill out the Warranty Registration Form in full and return it to within 30 Days Make certain the Serial N...

Page 3: ...ng Safety Instructions and Practices 1 13 Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices 1 13 Decal Location 1 14 INTRODUCTION SECTION 2 1 ASSEMBLY SECTION 3 1 ASSEMBLY 3 2 OPERATION SECTION 4 1 Standard Equipment and Specifications 4 3 OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS 4 3 SKID STEER TRACTOR HOOK UP 4 4 Hook Up with Euro Style Hitch 4 4 John Deere 300 500 Hitch Style 4 5 Hook Up Skid Steer Style Hitch 4 5 BALE...

Page 4: ...Safety Section 1 1 SAFETY SECTION ...

Page 5: ...ner operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury faced when operating this equipment Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided WILL result in DEATH OR VERY SERIOUS INJURY Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided COULD result in DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided MAY result in MINOR ...

Page 6: ...e the equipment safely Before operating the Tractor or Implement an operator on prescription or over the counter medication must consult a medical professional regarding any side effects of the medication that would hinder their ability to operate the Equipment safely NEVER knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment when their alertness or coordination is impaired Serious injury or death to ...

Page 7: ...ing protection if the noise in the Operator s position exceeds 80db Noise over 85db over an extended period of time will cause severe hearing loss Noise over 90db adjacent to the Operator over an extended period of time will cause permanent or total hearing loss NOTE Hearing loss from loud noise from tractors chain saws radios and other such sources close to the ear is cumulative over a lifetime w...

Page 8: ...be wider than the Tractor Be careful when operating or transporting this equipment to prevent the Implement from running into or striking sign posts guard rails concrete abutments or other solid objects Such an impact could cause the Implement and Tractor to pivot violently resulting in loss of steering control serious injury or even death Never allow the Implement to contact obstacles S3PT 12 Nev...

Page 9: ...od operating condition SG 36 Do Not operate this equipment in areas where insects such as bees may attack you and or cause you to lose control of the equipment If you must enter in such areas use a tractor with an enclosed Cab and close the windows to prevent insects from entering If a tractor cab is not available wear suitable clothing including head face and hand protection to shield you from th...

Page 10: ...een shut off Stepping off the tractor can permit electrical current to pass through the body resulting in electrocution SL 09 Store the grapple bucket or bale spear attachment with the point s on the ground Walking into the point of the bale or grapple spear can cause serious bodily injury Never drive the bale spear or grapple bucket attachment forward if a bystander is in front of the loader SL 1...

Page 11: ...nugly against the bottom of the quick hitch bracket If there is a gap of more than 1 8 or if the pins are not firmly seated do not use the attachment Contact your dealer before using the attachment On level ground tilt the attachment down 90 degrees and lower it to the ground Lower the loader further to slightly raise the front of the tractor off the ground Drive the tractor in reverse while the a...

Page 12: ...k behind the tractor Running into a bystander can result in serious injury or death SL 30 Operate the tractor and loader only in conditions where you have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting Never operate in darkness or foggy conditions where you cannot clearly see at least 100 feet in front and to the sides of the tractor Make sure you can clearly see bystanders ditc...

Page 13: ...n of the public roadway and traffic can result in serious injury or even death STI 10 Make sure the hydraulic quick disconnects are fully seated into the connections Do not use the loader if the hydraulic connection is leaking Leaking oil could allow the loader to fall resulting in a serious crushing injury SL 22 If the loader valve controls fail to functions properly discontinue use of the tracto...

Page 14: ...rom rolling back onto the operator causing serious injury For added safety when lifting loads above the height of the operator install a certified Falling Object Protective Structure SL 28 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 ...

Page 15: ... adjust or remove material from the Implement while it is in motion or while tractor engine is running SG 20 Periodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace when necessary with authorized service parts Look for loose fasteners worn or broken parts and leaky or loose fittings Make sure all pins have cotter pins and washers Serious injury may occur from not maintaining this machine in goo...

Page 16: ...jury or death SL 13 Do not remove the attachment from the loader when the loader is disconnected from the tractor The attachment stabilizes the loader If the attachment is removed the loader will fall and could result in serious injury SL 26 Only disconnect and store the loader on firm flat ground Make sure the loader stands are properly installed and rest on firm ground or support blocks If the s...

Page 17: ... in shipping use or reconditioning Bush Hog cares about the safety of its customers operators and bystanders and will replace the safety decals on this product in the field free of charge Some shipping and handling charges may apply Contact your Bush Hog dealer to order replacement decals DECAL for Models BS1SS BS1E BS1JD BS1SS Model Shown DECAL for Models BS2SS BS2E BS2JD BS2SS Model Shown ...

Page 18: ...ER Unloading Bales 3 50100907 1 WARNING Loader Attachment 4 50100235 1 CAUTION Multi Hazard 5 50100242 1 IMPORTANT High Strength Forged Steel 6 50075450 1 LOGO BS1SS 50075452 1 LOGO BS1E 50075454 1 LOGO BS1JD 50076451 1 LOGO BSSS 50075453 1 LOGO BS2E 50075455 1 LOGO BS2JD 7 NFS 1 SER PLT Serial No Plate 8 D960 1 WARNING Proposition 65 Not Shown ...

Page 19: ...SAFETY BS1 BS2 09 20 Safety Section 1 16 2020Alamo Group Inc ...

Page 20: ...Introduction Section 2 1 INTRODUCTION SECTION ...

Page 21: ...this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that if followed will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury or death Many of the Safety Messages will be repeated throughout the manual The owner operator dealer should know these Safety Messages before assembly and be aware of the hazards of operating this bucket during assembly use and maintenance The Safety Alert Symbol combined with...

Page 22: ... transporting and placing bales They are available in three different hitch styles with single or dual spears The BS1 BS2 models are designed to fit a Skid Steer John Deere and Euro type hitch plates with a single spear on the BS1 and dual spears on the BS2 Each spear is rated at 3 500 lbs 23 1 2 Whichever model you select you ll find that these Bush Hog attachments will save you time an money and...

Page 23: ......

Page 24: ...Assembly Section 3 1 ASSEMBLY SECTION ...

Page 25: ...ure all nuts and or bolts are properly torqued before use of attachment Refer to Torque Chart in the Maintenance Section of this manual Light weight tractors and some skid steer loaders will require rear ballast for heavy loads to maintain steering control Be sure to consult your Skid Steer or Tractor Operator s Manual to determine whether or not to add ballast ...

Page 26: ...Operation Section 4 1 OPERATION SECTION ...

Page 27: ... condition The operator must be familiar with the bale spear and skid steer or tractor operation and all associated safety practices before operating Proper operation of the bale spear as detailed in this manual will help ensure years of safe and satisfactory use of the bale spear READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY SECTION OF THIS MANUAL AND THE TRACTOR MANUAL BEFORE ...

Page 28: ...re affixed to the implement and tractor If any part of the operation and safe use of this equipment is not completely understood consult an authorized dealer for a complete explanation If the operator cannot read the manuals for themselves or does not completely understand the operation of the equipment it is the responsibility of the supervisor to read and explain the manuals safety practices and...

Page 29: ...ooks 5 Continue to raise Euro hitch plate up to allow bottom of Bale Spear to swing in until pin holes in locking lugs align with locking pins in Euro hitch plate If necessary rotate top of Bale Spear hitch back to align pin holes with locking pins 6 If pins do not auto lock into the pin holes then manually operate Euro hitch plate lever to push the locking pins into the pin holes Make sure lever ...

Page 30: ...attached Bale Spear can fall 1 If needed pull locking handles up on the Skid Steer hitch plate until locking pins are raised up and ready for hook up 2 Carefully drive up to the Bale Spear making sure the hitch plate on the Skid Steer arms is parallel with the Bale Spear hitch plate 3 Rotate top of Skid Steer tilt arms slightly forward 4 Place top of Skid Steer hitch up until top angle bar and Bal...

Page 31: ...ed the smaller of the lift capacities below Rated lift capacity of the spears 3500 Lbs 23 1 2 83 of the Skid Steer or Tractor rated lift capacity for an attached front loader Using 83 of the Skid Steer or Tractor rated lift capacity for an attached front loader accounts for increased loader stresses caused by the added extension of the Bale Spear and ensures that the front tires on your Skid Steer...

Page 32: ...otect people and livestock 6 Always keep bale centered horizontally on the spear s This will optimize stability while transporting 7 Always transport with bale raised to a height that does not hinder the line of sight going forward When possible keep the bale low to the ground to help maintain stability of the Skid Steer Tractor 8 Reduce ground speed when turning and leave enough clearance to avoi...

Page 33: ...or and tilt front of spear points s down 5 10 degrees to the horizontal and begin to lower the Bale Spear down until spear points or bale spikes are touching the ground Continue to slowly lower the Bale Spear until the top angle bar and Skid Steer hitch have separated Carefully back Skid Steer or other machine slowly away from the Bale Spear making sure it does not interfere with the Bale Spear hi...

Page 34: ...Maintenance Section 5 1 MAINTENANCE SECTION ...

Page 35: ...the grade of bolts and the proper torque except when specific torque values are assigned in manual text Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds Unless Otherwise Stated in the Manual NOTE These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier dry or when lubricated with normal engine oil They do not apply if special graphited or molydisulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are used This...

Page 36: ......

Page 37: ...iently to confine the employee to the protected area provided by the ROPS REQUIRED OF THE OPERATOR 1 Securely fasten seat belt if the tractor has a ROPS 2 Where possible avoid operating the tractor near ditches embankments and holes 3 Reduce speed when turning crossing slopes and on rough slick or muddy surfaces 4 Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation 5 Watch where you are going especially ...

Page 38: ...BS1 BS2 SOM 09 20 P N 50075568 Printed U S A BS1 BS2 BALE SPEAR ...

Reviews: