Bush Hog 4430 - Manuals

DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST UTILITY VEHICLE BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE — The followingcheck list should be completed. Use the Operator’sManual as a guide. r 1. Engine has been serviced. r 2. Battery fluid level is checked. r 3. All warning lights checked for operation.(Engine oil, park brake, &...

Safety Alert Symbol Safety Signs Signal Words The signal words DANGER, WARNING, AND CAUTION are used onthe equipment safety signs. These words are intended to alert theviewer to the existence and the degree of hazard seriousness. This signal word indicates a poten-tially hazardous situation which, i...

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard con-trol and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, con-cern, prudence and proper training of personnel in the operation,transport, maintenance and storage of equipment. Lack of attentionto s...

CONTROLLING PARTY INFORMATION (Reference: SAE J2258-DEC 2003-Light-Utility Vehicle, APPENDIX B,PART II - For the Controlling Party.) The Controlling Party is the per-son(s) or organization(s) responsible for the operation and mainte-nance of a vehicle. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS:The Controlling Part...

OPERATOR TRAINING:The controlling Party should develop, conduct an operator-training pro-gram and permit only properly trained persons to operate the utility ve-hicle. OPERATOR-TRAINING PROGRAM:The program should include, as a minimum, the following: Review: • Vehicle operator’s manual instructions....

FUEL SYSTEM:• Check for leaks and condition of parts. • Before disconnection fuel system parts and making repairs:• Allow engine to run until fuel system is depleted.• Allow engine to stop.• Allow engine to cool.• Disconnect battery. CONDUCT PERIODIC INSPECTION ON THE FOLLOWING SYSTEMS: • Brake syst...

WARNING 13 POTENTIAL HAZARDStalling, rolling backwards while climbing a hill WHAT CAN HAPPENVehicle overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARDMaintain a steady speed when climbing a hill If you lose forward speed:Apply the brakes.Lock the parking brake after fully stopped. If you begin rolling backwards:Never...

SECTION I INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Bush Hog customer. Your Bush HogTrail Series utility vehicle has been carefully designed to give maxi-mum service with minimum down time. This manual is provided to giveyou the necessary operating and maintenance ins...

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL REMOVED Disc Brake Assembly Front Strut Assembly Winch (Optional) CARGO BED RAISED ( SHOWING ENGINE COMPARTMENT) Engine Air Cleaner Housing with Evacuator Valve Transfer Gearbox Trailing Arm Pivot Grease Fitting Grease Fitting For Pillow Block Hidden From View 23

FEATURES DC Power OutletThe 12 volt accessory port is provided to power auxiliary lights orother accessories. Indicator LightsLights on the dash indicate when the transmission is in neutral. Fourwheel drive models have a light that indicates when 4- wheel drive isengaged. An oil pressure light indic...

CAUTION DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSIONWHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING OR DAMAGE TO THETRANSMISSION COULD RESULT. ALWAYS PLACE THE TRANSMISSION IN GEAR WITH THEPARKING BRAKE APPLIED AND TURN THE VEHICLE OFFWHENEVER THE VEHICLE IS LEFT UNATTENDED. Brake Pedal The brake pedal is the left pedal on...

SPECIFICATIONS Bush Hog 4430 UTV ENGINE Type 4-cycle, OHV V-twin, air-cooled gas Make Honda HP / (cc) 24 hp (670cc) Lubrication Full Pressure with automotive style spin-on canister Air Cleaner Remote, 2-stage cyclone type with replacement dual elements Electrical Systems 12 volt DC with 20-amp alter...

DRIVE TRAIN Transmission Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) CVT Protection Fully enclosed pressurized with filtered air intake. Final Drive Bush Hog Dual-Range transaxle with High, Low, Neutral and Reverse Differential Lock Truck-Style, automatic positive locking differential;featuring Detroit...

SECTION II OPERATION GENERAL SAFETY Only qualified people familiar with this operator’s manual should op-erate this machine. PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 1. Fill the fuel tank with unleaded regular gasolIne. 2. Make sure dirt and foreign matter are kept out of fuel tank. Usea clean funnel and fuel can. 3...

Load Distribution 1. Always load the cargo box placing the load as far forward as possible. 2. Always operate the vehicle with extreme care whenever haulingor towing loads. 3. Drive slowly with the transmission in low range. 4. Insure that the cargo box latch (on manual lift models) is secure-ly lat...

Driving Safely Driving Procedures 1. Sit in the driver’s seat with the seat belt fastened. 2. After starting the engine and allowing it to warm up, shift the transmission into gear. 3. Check your surroundings and determine your path of travel. 4. Release the parking brake. 5. Keeping both hands on t...

Driving Uphill Whenever traveling uphill, follow these precautions: 1. Always travel straight uphill. 2. Avoid steep hills (15° maximum). 3. Proceed at a steady rate of speed and throttle opening. WARNING CLIMBING HILLS IMPROPERLY CAN CAUSE LOSS OFCONTROL OR VEHICLE OVERTURN. ALWAYS CHECKTHE TERRAIN...

Sidehilling Driving Downhill Whenever descending a hill, follow these precautions: 1. Proceed directly downhill. 2. Slow down. 3. Apply the brakes slightly to aid in slowing. Driving Through Water Your Bush Hog utility vehicle can operate through water up to a max-imum recommended depth equal to the...

Driving Over Obstacles Be alert! Look ahead and learn to read the terrain you’re traveling on.Watch for hazards such as logs, rocks and low hanging branches. WARNING SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT IF YOUR VE-HICLE SUDDENLY COMES IN CONTACT WITH A HID-DEN OBSTACLE. NOT ALL OBSTACLES AREIMMEDIATELY...

Driving In Reverse Follow these guidelines when operating in reverse: 1. Back slowly. 2. Apply the brakes lightly for stopping. 3. Avoid turning at sharp angles. 4. Always avoid backing downhill. 5. Never open the throttle suddenly while backing. 6. Always inspect left and right fields of vision bef...

Parking On An Incline Avoid parking on an incline if possible. If it is unavoidable, follow theseprecautions: 1. Place the transmission in low gear to help prevent rolling. 2. Set the parking brake after depressing service brake. 3. Block the rear wheels on the downhill side. WARNING 40 A ROLLING VE...

Hauling Cargo Bush Hog utility vehicles have been designed to carry or tow specificcapacities. Always read and understand the load distribution warningslisted on the warning decals.Never exceed the following capacities. Model Max. Capacity Cargo Box Towing Capacity 4430 1,500 lbs. 1,000 lbs. 1,500 l...

Emptying The Cargo Box (Electric Lift Models) 1. Select a level site to empty the cargo box. Do not attempt to unload the vehicle while parked on an incline. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Dismount the vehicle. 4. Release the tailgate latch. 5. Operate the bed lift switch to raise the box. 6. Using th...

Towing Loads Belt Life Use low forward gear when hauling or towing heavy cargo to extendbelt life. Parking The Bush Hog Utility Vehicle 1. Stop the vehicle on a level surface. 2. When the engine has stopped, apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the ignition switch key to prevent unauthorized use. WARN...

WARNING 4-Wheel Drive Your Bush Hog Utility Vehicle is equipped with an exclusive 4-wheeldrive system that can be activated by a switch on the dash board.When the switch is off, the vehicle is in two-wheel drive at all times.When the switch is in 4-wheel drive, the front wheels will automaticallyeng...

3. Stop completely. 4. Shift into forward and drive. If the hubs remain engaged after following these instructions, returnthe vehicle to your dealer for service. NOISE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEEM IS PROHIBITED!U.S. Federal law prohibits the following acts or the caus...

CAUTON USFS Approved Spark Arrestor The muffler on this vehicle was tested and approved in accordancewith the USFS Forest Service Stanedard 5100-1A. SECTION III MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION Periodic Maintenance Schedule Careful periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle in the safest,most relia...

Periodic Maintenance Schedule WARNING Item Frequency Remarks Brake System Pre-operation Inspect Tires Pre-operation Inspect Wheels Pre-operation Inspect Frame nuts, bolts, Pre-operation Inspect fasteners Parking Brake Pre-operation Check lever adjustment daily; adjust Throttle Cable Pre-operation In...

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION Lubrication Recommendations NOTE: Hours are based on 10 mph average. If service is due at 20hours, the equivalent odometer reading would be 200 miles. Performall services at whichever reading is reached first. Lubrication Chart Item Lube Method Frequency Engine Oil SAE 10...

Engine Oil Maintain the engine oil at the proper level to ensure a properly func-tioning engine, and change the oil and oil filter every 100 hours orevery six months, whichever comes first. Dirt and metal particles col-lect in the oil, and oil loses its lubricative quality if used too long. Suggeste...

Front Differential The front differential oil should be changed every 100 hours If the ve-hicle is used in wet conditions, the oil should be checked more fre-quently. If the oil has a milky appearance, it should be changed assoon as possible. Failure to properly maintain this area can result inprema...

Right Angle Drive The right angle drive oil should be changed every 100 hours. 1. With the vehicle on a level surface remove the fill plug and drain plug and drain oil into a drain pan. Discard the used oil properly. 2. Refill the drive box with SAE 80W-90 w/LSD additive, to the mid- dle of the sigh...

Constantly Variable Transmission (CVT) Do not modify any component of the CVT system. Doing so may re-duce its strength so that a failure may occur at a high speed. The CVTsystem has been precision balanced. Any modification will cause thesystem to be out of balance, creating vibration and additiona...

Vehicle Immersion If it is impossible to take your vehicle to a dealer before starting it, fol-low the steps outlined below. Honda Engines 1. Move the vehicle to dry ground, or at least to a water level below the floor. 2. Disconnect the fuel pump wires. 3. Remove the spark plugs. 4. Loosen the carb...

Engine Air Filter We recommend that the air filter be cleaned every 25 hours and re-placed once a year. 1. The air filter is accessible from the right side of the vehicle, belowthe passenger seat. Loosen both fastening clips and remove the housing cover. There is an outer and inner filter that may t...

Spark Arrestor Use the following procedure to periodically purge accumulated car-bon from the exhaust system. 1. Loosen the set screw and remove the spark arrestor from the muf- fler. Tap the arrestor on a hard surface to loosen carbon deposits andclean the inside of the tubing. 2. Place the engine ...

Throttle System Throttle Freeplay If the throttle pedal has excessive play due to cable stretch or cablemisadjustment, it will cause a delay in throttle response, especially atlow engine speed. The throttle may also not open fully. If the throttlepedal has no freeplay, the throttle may be hard to co...

Brake Inspection The front and rear brakes are hydraulic disc type brakes and are acti-vated by the brake pedal. Routine inspections are recommended to keep the brake system ingood operating condition. Inspect the level of the brake fluid beforeeach operation. Change the brake fluid at the intervals...

Brake Inspection 5. Check the brake system for fluid leaks. 6. Check the brake pedal for excessive travel or a spongy feel. 7. Check the friction pads for wear, damage and looseness. 8. Inspect the brake disc spline and pad wear surface for excessive wear. 9. Change pads when worn to 3/64” (.1 cm), ...

Steering Wheel Inspection Check the steering wheel for freeplay and smooth operation as out-lined in the Maintenance Schedule. 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. 2. Lightly turn the steering wheel left and right. 3. There should be 0.8 - 1.0 in. (20 25 mm) of freeplay. 4. If there is excessive fre...

Tires Tire Tread Depth Always replace tires when tread depth is worn to 1/8” (.3 cm) or less. Wheel Lug Nuts Inspect the lug nuts occasionally for tightness or missing nuts. Tightento 35 ft. lbs. Wheel Removal 1. Stop the engine, place the transmission in gear and engage the parking brake. 2. Loosen...

3. Elevate the side of the vehicle by placing a suitable stand under the frame. 4. Remove the wheel lug nuts. Remove the wheel. Wheel Installation 1. With the transmission in gear and the parking brake engaged, place the wheel in the correct position on the wheel hub. Be sure the valve stem is towar...

Cleaning Your Vehicle Keeping your vehicle clean will not only improve its appearance, butit can also extend the life of various components. With a few precau-tions, your vehicle can be cleaned much like an automobile. The best and safest way to clean your vehicle is with a garden hoseand a pail of ...

8. Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe and air cleaner inlet to prevent moisture or small animals or insects from entering. 9. Cover the vehicle with a canvas cover. Do not use plastic orcoated materials since they do not allow ventilation for the vehicle. Removal From Storage 1. Check the batte...

Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame,cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate when charging or using inan enclosed space. Always shield eyes when workingnear batteries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Replenishing Battery Fluid (Conventional Battery) A poorly maintained battery will deterior...

Tie-Down Bracket Negative (Black) Cable Positive (Red) Cable 69 Battery Installation 1. Set the battery in its holder. 2. Install the battery tie-down bracket and tighten the nuts. 3. First connect the positive (red) cable. 4. Second connect the negative (black) cable. 5. Verify that cables are prop...

Attaching Occupant Protection Structure to Vehicle (Refer to illustration on following page) Remove occupant protection structure from shipping bundle andarrange weldments around the vehicle. With hood fully opened, position one side weldment into position andloosely bolt into place using ½” x 3” bo...

Seat Back Mounting Holes (5/16” Flatwashers & Locknuts) 5/8” x 3” Bolts & Locknuts 3/8” x 1” Bolts & Locknuts 1/2” x 2” Hex Socket Button Head Bolts 1/2” x 2” Hex Socket Button Head Bolts Cross Tube, Front Light Bar, Left Light Bar, Right Center Tube, Rear 1/2” x 3” Bolts & Locknuts ...

Rubber Bumper Pad Adjustment The plastic bed of the Utility Vehicle is equipped with two rubberbumper pads located at the bottom front of the bed. These rubberbumpers are factory adjusted to prevent rattling when the bed is in thedown position. If adjustment should be needed at a later time proceeda...

TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK LIST STARTER MOTOR WON’T TURN ENGINE: • Gear shift lever not in neutral • Battery discharged • Battery leads do not make good contact with the battery terminals or ground on frame • Fuse failure (check to find and correct the cause of the failure) ENGINE CRANKS, BUT WON’T START...

SAFETY DECALS To promote safe operation, Bush Hog supplies safety decals on allproducts manufactured. Because damage can occur to safety decalseither through shipment, use or reconditioning, Bush Hog will, uponrequest, provide safety decals for any of our products in the field at nocharge. Contact y...

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS BOLT DIAMETER WRENCH (IN.) “B” AND SAE SAE SAE SIZE (IN.) “A” THREAD SIZE GRADE 2 GRADE 5 GRADE 8 7/16 1/4 - 2O UNC 6 (7) 8 (11) 12 (16) 7/16 1/4 - 28 UNF 6 (8) 10 (13) 14 (18) 1/2 5/16 - 18 UNC 11 (15) 17 (23) 25 (33) 1/2 5/16 - 24 UNF 13 (17) 19 (26) 27 (37) 9/16 3/8 - 16 UNC...

WRENCH BOLT SIZE DIA. ASTM ASTM ASTM ASTM (mm) “A” (mm) “B” 4.6 8.8 9.8 10.9 8 5 1.8 (2.4) 5.1 (6.9) 6.5 (8.8) 10 6 3 (4) 8.7 (12) 11.1 (15) 13 8 7.3 (10) 21.1 (29) 27 (37) 16 10 14.5 (20) 42 (57) 53 (72) 18 12 25 (34) 74 (100) 73 (99) 93 (126) 21 14 40 (54) 118 (160) 116 (157) 148 (201) 24 16 62 (8...

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