Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION .............................................................................................................. 1-1 General Safety Instructions and Practices ......................................................................................................... 1-2O...
Page 5 - SAFETY SECTION
Page 6 - General Safety Instructions and Practices
SAFETY 2297 01/11 Safety Section 1-2 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY General Safety Instructions and Practices 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 equipmen...
Page 8 - Operator Safety Instructions and Practices
SAFETY 2297 01/11 Safety Section 1-4 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Operator Safety Instructions and Practices Never operate the Tractor or Implement until you have read andcompletely understand this Manual, the Tractor Operator’s Manual, andeach of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or on the ...
Page 9 - Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices
SAFETY 2297 01/11 Safety Section 1-5 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices Use extreme caution when getting onto the Implement to perform repairs, maintenance andwhen removing accumulated material. Only stand on solid flat surfaces to ensure goodfooting...
Page 15 - Connecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and
SAFETY 2297 01/11 Safety Section 1-11 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Connecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and Practices Do not stand or allow bystander or coworkers between the loader and thetractor while installing or disconnecting the loader from the tractor. Keephands and bod...
Page 16 - Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices
SAFETY 2297 01/11 Safety Section 1-12 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices Transport only at speeds where you can maintain control of theequipment. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating thisequipment at high speeds. Understand the Tractor a...
Page 17 - Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices
SAFETY 2297 01/11 Safety Section 1-13 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices Lower the loader to the bed of the truck or trailer when transporting thetractor and loader with a truck. Measure to ensure the transport heightdoes not exceed the legal lim...
Page 19 - Storage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices
SAFETY 2297 01/11 Safety Section 1-15 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Storage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices Avoid contact with hot surfaces of the engine or muffler. Use gloves and eye protectionwhen servicing hot components. Contact with a...
Page 20 - Decal Location
SAFETY 2297 01/11 Safety Section 1-16 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Location NOTE: Bush Hog supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Bush Hog cares about the safety of its customers, operators,a...
Page 22 - Decal Description
SAFETY 2297 01/11 Safety Section 1-18 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Description P/N 50057411 Logo: BUSH HOG (3.20” x 14.50”) MODEL NAME: 2297 P/N 50069071 WARNING! - DO NOT operate with oil leaks. -Inspect hoses regularly. Failure to inspect and replaceworn hoses may allow them to rupture sud...
Page 27 - INTRODUCTION SECTION
Page 28 - INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION 2297 01/11 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This 2297 Loader 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 years ...
Page 31 - Attention Owner/Operator
INTRODUCTION 2297 01/11 Introduction Section 2-5 © 2011 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 and imp...
Page 34 - Dismounting Loader and Mounting Loader to Tractor
ASSEMBLY 2297 01/11 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Dismounting Loader and Mounting Loader to Tractor To avoid injury during installation of the loader attachment, do not allow bystanders within 10feet of loader or attachment. Always wear safety glasses when removing or instal...
Page 36 - Proper Ballasting and Wheel Spacing
ASSEMBLY 2297 01/11 Assembly Section 3-4 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Proper Ballasting and Wheel Spacing Spread front wheels to maximum distance. Spread rear wheels to maximum distance. Add rear wheel weight, rear ballast box orimplement. Make sure there is 20% of total weighton rear axle.
Page 37 - Dismounting Loader
ASSEMBLY 2297 01/11 Assembly Section 3-5 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Dismounting Loader and Mounting Loader to Tractor Dismounting Loader 1. Locate tractor and loader on firm level ground. 2. Level and lower bucket to ground. Engage tractor brakes and shut off tractor engine.Move lift control ...
Page 38 - Attaching Pin on Bucket
ASSEMBLY 2297 01/11 Assembly Section 3-6 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y 5. Hook rubber strap around hoses and back on itself. Attach other end of rubber strap to bolt at front of corner or side frame. 6. Clamp hinge assembly around midmounting tube. Install bolts, washers and nuts. Torque cap scr...
Page 39 - Assembling Quick Attach Device
ASSEMBLY 2297 01/11 Assembly Section 3-7 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Assembling Quick Attach Device Quick attach device can be installed using tools ordinarily available. Torque all hardware to specifications listed in loader operator’s manual. Shut off the tractor engine and engage the tracto...
Page 40 - Installing Quick Attach Device
ASSEMBLY 2297 01/11 Assembly Section 3-8 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y Installing Quick Attach Device Always use a drift and hammer made of non-sparking material (a shot-filled mallet isrecommended) to install or remove pins. A steel hammer or drift could generate flying metalfragments and resul...
Page 41 - When Connecting an Attachment to the Loader Quick Hitch
ASSEMBLY 2297 01/11 Assembly Section 3-9 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y When Connecting an Attachment to the Loader Quick Hitch 1. Be sure both quick hitch pin levers are in the unlocked position, with the levers pointing up. Tilt the loader quick hitch forward, drive the loader into the attachme...
Page 42 - ASSEMBLY; ASSEMBL
ASSEMBLY 2297 01/11 Assembly Section 3-10 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y 5. On level ground, tilt the attachment down 90 degrees and lower it to the ground. Lower the loader further toslightly raise the front of the tractor of the tractor offthe ground. Drive the tractor in reverse while theattac...
Page 43 - OPERATION SECTION
Page 44 - OPERATION; OPERA; OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-2 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION BUSH HOG 2297 LOADER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Your Loader should now be assembled and inspected for any evidence of defective or damaged parts beforeuse. Any evidence of damage should be reported to your dealer immediately....
Page 45 - Standard Equipment and Specifications
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-3 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 1. Standard Equipment and Specifications Specifications will vary with tire size, hydraulic system and bucket used. Specifications are given for a loaderequipped with a 48” bucket, external hydraulic system of 7GPM with e...
Page 46 - Operator Requirements
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-4 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 2. Operator Requirements DO NOT use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating theTractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator’salertness and coordination and therefore affect the operator’...
Page 48 - Tractor Requirements
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-6 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 3. Tractor 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 implement a...
Page 49 - Tractor Requirements and Capabilities; ROPS and Seat Belt
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-7 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Tractor Requirements and Capabilities • ASABE approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt. • Tractor Safety Devices ................. Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem, lighting • Tractor Balla...
Page 50 - Getting On and Off the Tractor; Boarding the Tractor
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-8 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 4. Getting On and Off the Tractor 4.1 Boarding the Tractor To ensure tractor stability when operating addwheel ballast or rear weights to rear tractor tires.For better stability, use tractor with wide front axlerather tha...
Page 51 - Dismounting the Tractor
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-9 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 4.2 Dismounting 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 se...
Page 52 - Starting the Tractor
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-10 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 5. Starting the Tractor Never run the Tractor engine in a closed building or without adequate ventilation. Theexhaust fumes can be hazardous to your health. (SG-23) Start tractor only when properly seated in the Tractor ...
Page 57 - Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection; Item; DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or IMPLEMENT
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-15 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection Tractor ID#:________________________Make:________________________ Date:______________________________Shift:________________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor...
Page 58 - FRONT END LOADER PRE-OPERATION Inspection; Operator’s Signature:; DO NOT OPERATE an UNSAFE TRACTOR or FRONT END LOADER
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-16 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION FRONT END LOADER PRE-OPERATION Inspection Front End Loader ID#_______________Make____________________ Date_____________________________Shift____________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor eng...
Page 59 - Driving the Tractor and Loader
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-17 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 7. Driving the Tractor and Loader Be careful when operating or transporting this equipment to prevent the Implement fromrunning into or striking sign posts, guard rails, concrete abutments or other solid objects.Such an ...
Page 60 - Driving the Tractor and Loader; Operating the Tractor and Loader
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-18 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 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 tractor has the capacity to handle theweig...
Page 66 - Operating the Loader; FILLING THE BUCKET
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-24 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 8.1 Operating the Loader The following text and illustrations offer suggested loader and tractor operating techniques. FILLING THE BUCKET Approach and enter the pile with a level bucket. Loaders with 1-lever control, eas...
Page 67 - LIFTING THE LOAD
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-25 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Lift and roll back of bucket will increase efficiencybecause... A level bucket throughout the lifting cycle resistsbucket lift and increases breakaway effort. NOTE: Do not be concerned if the bucket is not completely fil...
Page 68 - CARRYING THE LOAD
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-26 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION CARRYING THE LOAD Position bucket just below tractor hood formaximum stability and visibility, whether bucket isloaded or empty. Use extreme care when operating loader on aslope, keep bucket as low as possible. This keep...
Page 69 - DUMPING THE BUCKET
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-27 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION DUMPING THE BUCKET Lift bucket high enough to clear side of vehicle.Move tractor in as close as possible to side ofvehicle, then dump bucket. LOWERING THE BUCKET After bucket is dumped, back away from vehiclewhile loweri...
Page 70 - OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-28 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL During hard surface operation, keep bucket leveland put lift control in float position to permit bucketto float on working surface. If hydraulic downpressure is exerted on bucket, it will wea...
Page 72 - PEELING AND SCRAPING
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-30 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION It is important to keep the bucket level whenapproaching a bank or pile. This will help preventgouging the work area. PEELING AND SCRAPING Use a slight bucket angle, travel forward and holdlift control forward to start t...
Page 73 - LOADING LOW TRUCKS OR SPREADERS FROM A PILE
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-31 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Make additional passes until desired depth isreached. During each pass, use only bucket controlwhile working depth. This will allow you toconcentrate on controlling bucket angle to maintaina precise cut. LOADING LOW TRUC...
Page 74 - BACKFILLING
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-32 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION BACKFILLING Approach pile with a level bucket. Poor methods actually move no more dirt and makeit more difficult to hold a level grade. Do not use bucket in dumped position forbulldozing. This method, shown above, will i...
Page 76 - HANDLING LARGE HEAVY OBJECTS
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-34 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Leave dirt which drifts over side of bucket for finalcleanup. Pile dirt on high side for easier backfilling on aslope. HANDLING LARGE HEAVY OBJECTS 1. Using front end loaders for handling large heavy objects such as larg...
Page 78 - Shutting Down the Implement
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-36 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Carry bales as low to the ground as possible toallow maximum visibility and avoid tipping. 9. Loader Storage 8.3 Shutting Down the Implement Park the tractor on a level surface, place the transmission in park or neutral ...
Page 79 - Transporting the Tractor and Implement
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-37 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 10. Transporting the Tractor and Implement Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-10) Transport only at speeds where you can maint...
Page 81 - Transporting on Public Roadways
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-39 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 10.1 Transporting on Public Roadways Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-10) Make certain that the “Slow Moving Vehicle” (SMV) ...
Page 82 - Hauling the Tractor and Implement
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-40 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 10.2 Hauling the Tractor and Implement Before transporting a loaded tractor and implement,measure the height and width dimensions and grossweight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure that theload will be in compliance wit...
Page 83 - Troubleshooting Guide
OPERATION 2297 01/11 Operation Section 4-41 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 11. Troubleshooting Guide TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Loader slow or will not lift Hydraulic oil too heavy. Change to proper oil. and/or dump Oil filter plugged. Clean or replace filter. Hydraulic pump worn. R...
Page 85 - MAINTENANCE SECTION
Maintenance Section 5-1 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE SECTION
Page 86 - MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE 2297 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Never interfere with factory-set hydraulic calibrations. Any change in calibration couldcause a failure of the equipment and may result in injury. (SBH-13) READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. S...
Page 88 - Lubrication Schedule
MAINTENANCE 2297 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Lubrication Schedule Before operating your Loader, take the time to inspect and repair any damage to the machine or tractor. Only aminimum of time and effort is required to regularly maintain this machine to provide l...
Page 89 - Daily Maintenance
MAINTENANCE 2297 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-5 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Daily Maintenance Regular maintenance of your loader and hydraulic system will insure maximum loader efficiency and long life. 1. Check fluid level of tractor hydraulic system before starting each day’s operation. If ...
Page 90 - Cylinder Service; Lift and Bucket Cylinder Disassembly
MAINTENANCE 2297 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-6 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Cylinder Service Loader cylinders are designed to be reliable and easy to service. If a cylinder should malfunction duringwarranty period, return complete cylinder assembly, without disassembling, to your authorized s...
Page 91 - Lift and Bucket Cylinder Reassembly; Storage
MAINTENANCE 2297 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-7 © 2011 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Lift and Bucket Cylinder Reassembly Note: Be careful not to damage seals and o-rings on edges or holes in cylinder tube. Inspect and remove burrs and sharp edges if necessary before reassembly. 1. Place rod seal (3) i...
Page 93 - Proper Torque for Fasteners
MAINTENANCE 2297 01/11 Maintenance Section 5-9 © 2011 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 except when...
Page 96 - 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 98 - LOADER
2297-SOM-01/11 P/N 50069201 Printed U.S.A 2297 LOADER