Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION .............................................................................................................. 1-1 Safety Messages ...........................................................................................................................................
Page 5 - SAFETY SECTION
Page 6 - Safety Messages
SAFETY 300 Series 09/10 Safety Section 1-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Safety Messages A careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be tothe owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings...
Page 13 - Decal Location
SAFETY 300 Series 09/10 Safety Section 1-9 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Bush Hog supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals mayoccur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Bush Hog cares about the safety of its customers, operato...
Page 15 - Decal Description
SAFETY 300 Series 09/10 Safety Section 1-11 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Description Peligro Translation, If you do not know how to readEnglish, please find someone who knows how toread English. P/N 00725746 WARNING! Failure to INSPECT and REPAIR orREPLACE Hoses may allow worn Hoses to ruptu...
Page 21 - INTRODUCTION SECTION
Page 22 - INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION 300 Series 09/10 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This 300 Series is designed with care and built with quality materials by skilled workers. Proper assembly,maintenance, and operating practices, as described in this manual, will help the owner/operator get y...
Page 24 - Attention Owner/Operator
INTRODUCTION 300 Series 09/10 Introduction Section 2-4 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION Attention Owner/Operator BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE: 1. Carefully read the Operator’s Manual, completely understand the Safety Messages and instructions, andknow how to operate correctly both the tractor a...
Page 25 - ASSEMBLY SECTION
Page 26 - Assembly of Moldboard to Mainframe
ASSEMBLY 300 Series 09/10 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Assembly of Moldboard to Mainframe The Bush Hog 300 Series Blade is shipped in twobundles. The Mainframe, A-Frame and MoldboardCarrier are in one bundle; the Moldboard is in thesecond bundle. The assembly of the Moldboa...
Page 29 - Hydraulic System
ASSEMBLY 300 Series 09/10 Assembly Section 3-5 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Hydraulic System The Hydraulic Cylinders are designed to be used in conjunction with your tractor's Hydraulic System. TheCylinders and Hose are designed for maximum system pressure of 2500 PSI. Keep Cylinders and Hoses ...
Page 31 - OPERATION SECTION
Page 32 - OPERATION; OPERA; BUSH HOG 300 SERIES REAR MOUNTED BLADE
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION BUSH HOG 300 SERIES REAR MOUNTED BLADE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Your Bush Hog 300 Series should now be assembled and inspected for any evidence of defective or damagedparts before use. Any evidence of damage should be...
Page 33 - Standard Equipment and Specifications
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 1. Standard Equipment and Specifications Max. Front Wheel Assist Tractor HP (Drawbar HP): 12’ 300 HP 14’ 250 HP Moldboard Width 12’ or 14’ Moldboard Dimension 1/2” x 20” Cutting Edge 1/2” x 6” Support Stand Std. Hit...
Page 34 - OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-4 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 2. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the unit is the responsibility of a qualified operator. A qualified operator has read andunderstands the implement and tractor Operator’s Manuals and is experienced in impl...
Page 35 - TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS; Tractor Horsepower
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-5 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS Operating the blade with a tractor that does not meet the following requirements may cause tractor or bladedamage and be a potential danger to the operator and passersby. Tractor Requirements...
Page 36 - GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-6 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 3.3 Tractor 3-Point Hitch The tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to lift at least3463 lbs. for the 12’ and 3603 lbs. for the 14’. The 300 Series can attach to tractor’s with either aCAT III or IV hitch. Refer to th...
Page 37 - Boarding the Tractor
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-7 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 4.1 Boarding the Tractor Use both hands and equipped handrails and steps for support when boarding the tractor. Never use controllevers for support when mounting the tractor. Seat yourself in the operator’s seat and...
Page 38 - STARTING THE TRACTOR
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-8 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 5. STARTING THE TRACTOR The operator must have a complete understanding of the placement, function, and operational use of all tractorcontrols before starting the tractor. Review the tractor operator’s manual and co...
Page 39 - Connecting the Rear Blade; CONNECTING THE REAR BLADE TO THE TRACTOR
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-9 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 6.1 Connecting the Rear Blade 1. Shorten or remove the tractor drawbar to avoid interference when raising and lowering therear blade. 2. Board the tractor and start the engine. Position the tractor to the blade with...
Page 42 - Blade & Box Blade PRE-OPERATION Inspection; Item; DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or IMPLEMENT
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-12 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Blade & Box Blade PRE-OPERATION Inspection Blade ID#:_______________________Make:__________________________ Date: ___________________________Shift:___________________________ Before conducting the inspection, m...
Page 43 - Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection Tractor ID#:________________________Make:________________________ Date:______________________________Shift:________________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sure the t...
Page 44 - DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-14 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 8. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport requires the operator possess a thorough knowledge of the model being operated andprecautions to take while driving with an attached implement. Ensure the...
Page 45 - Starting the Tractor
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-15 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 8.1 Starting the Tractor The procedure to start the tractor is model specific.Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for startingprocedures for your particular tractor. Consult anauthorized dealer if the starting p...
Page 46 - Driving the Tractor and Blade; OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-16 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 8.3 Driving the Tractor and Blade Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of thetractor and blade. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor...
Page 47 - Operating the Blade
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-17 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 10. Operating the Blade Only operate the blade from the tractor operator’s seat with the seatbelt securely fastened. The tractor must beequipped with a ROPS in the raised position or a ROPS cab. Ditching (V-Type Di...
Page 48 - Shutting Down the Implement; DISCONNECTING THE BLADE FROM THE TRACTOR
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-18 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 10.1 Shutting Down the Implement Park the tractor on a level surface, place thetransmission in park or neutral and apply theparking brake, lower the attached implement to theground, shut down the engine, remove the...
Page 49 - TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-19 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION When transporting, only raise the blade enough to clear ground obstacles to prevent tipping, especially whentraveling through rough terrain. 12. BLADE STORAGE Properly preparing and storing the blade at the end of ...
Page 50 - Transporting on Public Roadways
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-20 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Before transporting the tractor on a public roadwayor boarding a trailer for transport, the tractor brakepedals should be locked together. Locking thepedals ensures that both wheels brakesimultaneously while stoppi...
Page 52 - Hauling the Tractor and Implement
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-22 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Reduce speed before turning or applying the brakes.Ensure that both brake pedals are locked togetherwhen operating on public roads. OPS-U- 0023 13.2 Hauling the Tractor and Implement Before transporting a loaded tr...
Page 54 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
OPERATION 300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-24 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Remedy Shearing M/B Carrier Lack of lubrication Lubricate Pivot Pin Pivot Pin Bolt Bolt not tightened properly Tighten Bolt to proper torque Bent Moldboard Small cur...
Page 57 - MAINTENANCE SECTION
Page 58 - MAINTENANCE; Lubrication
MAINTENANCE 300 Series 09/10 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Lubrication The Bush Hog 300 Series is a rugged, dependableBlade that should perform satisfactorily with thefollowing preventive maintenance: Lubricate the Moldboard Pivot Pin ( Figure Asm- 0001 ), the Moldboard...
Page 59 - Proper Torque For Fasteners
MAINTENANCE 300 Series 09/10 Maintenance Section 5-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Proper Torque For Fasteners The chart lists the correct tightening torque for fasteners. When bolts are to be tightened or replaced, refer tothis chart to determine the grade of bolts and the proper torque excep...
Page 60 - LIMITED WARRANTY; DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES & CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY:
LIMITED WARRANTY Bush Hog warrants to the original purchaser of any new Bush Hog equipment, purchased from an authorized BushHog dealer, that the equipment be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year fornon-commercial, state and munic...
Page 62 - Rear Mounted Blade
300 Series - SOM - 09/10 P/N 00786978CPrinted U.S.A 300 Series Rear Mounted Blade