Bush Hog PT5 - Manual

SAFETY PT5 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, andob...

SAFETY PT5 09/10 Safety Section 1-12 © 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, operators,and...

SAFETY PT5 09/10 Safety Section 1-14 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY Decal Description DANGER! - Multi Hazard - Failure to follow SafetyMessages and Operating Instructions can causeserious bodily injury or even death to Operator andOthers in area. P/N 02967827

INTRODUCTION PT5 09/10 Introduction Section 2-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. INTRODUCTION This PT5 Sickle Bar 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 year...

INTRODUCTION PT5 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 Implement and Po...

ASSEMBLY PT5 09/10 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y TRACTOR SELECTION The PT5 is specifically designed to be fitted to all tractors with Category I linkage facility and a minimum weightinclusive of ballast to manufacturer’s specifications of 650 kg (1430 lbs.). The tractor shou...

ASSEMBLY PT5 09/10 Assembly Section 3-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. ASSEMBL Y COUPLING UP HYDRAULICS Consult the tractor’s handbook for correct installation of the supply and return connection. Note that if the tractor is equipped with one or more quick release hydraulic couplings the PT5 supply andretu...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION BUSH HOG PT5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Bush Hog PT5s are manufactured with quality material by skilled workers. The implement is designed forcutting hedges, grass and weeds, around waterways, under fences and other hard-to-re...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 1. Standard Equipment and Specifications Standard Specifications CAT I Three Point Hitch Boom reach: 11’ Up, 14’ Out, 6’ Down Double Swing Main Boom Arm is 2-3/4” Tubing Dipper Arm is 2-1/4” Tubing Mechanical Breakaway Tra...

OPERATION PT5 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 implement ...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-5 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS In addition to tractor horsepower and size required to operate the mower unit, the tractor must also be properlyequipped to provide operator protection, to alert approaching vehicle drivers of the t...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-6 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 3.4 Tractor Horsepower The horsepower required to operate the mower depends on many factors including vegetation to be cut, terraincondition, operator experience, and condition of the mower and tractor. For most mowing con...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-8 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 4. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR Before getting onto the tractor, the operator must read and completely understand the implement and tractoroperator manuals. If any part of either manual is not completely understood, cons...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-9 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION BEFORE leaving the tractor seat, always set the parking brake and/or setthe tractor transmission in parking gear, disengage the PTO, stop theengine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Place thetractor s...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-11 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 6. CONNECTING THE IMPLEMENT TO TRACTOR 1. Unbolt the upper halves of the yoke and fit them either side of the tractor’s top hitch bracket with the 3/4”UNF nut and bolt provided. If the tractor has only one top hitch posit...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-13 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 7.2 Boom Unit Pre-Operation Inspection and Service Inspect and service the boom arm and head prior to operation. Damaged and/or broken parts should berepaired and/or replaced immediately. To ensure the unit is ready for o...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-17 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Sickle Bar PRE-OPERATION Inspection Mower ID#_______________________Make____________________________ Date:____________________________Shift ____________________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sure the trac...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-18 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Tractor PRE-OPERATION Inspection Tractor ID#:________________________Make:________________________ Date:______________________________Shift:________________________ Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor ...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-19 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 8. OPERATING THE IMPLEMENT 8.1 Machine Controls Four levers individually control the operating functions; the knobs of which are color-coded according to usei.e. Red, Yellow, Green and Black which control the reach, lift,...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-21 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 8.3 Forward Speed This is a matter of common sense and experience. It must be fast enough to maintain the correct oil flow, butslow enough to enable the cutterbar to do its job properly. 8.4 Highway Working If it is inten...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-22 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT Safe tractor transport requires the operator to possess a thorough knowledge of the model being operatedand precautions to take while driving with an attached implement. Ensure the tra...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-23 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Tr a n s p o r t o n l y a t s p e e d s w h e r e y o u c a n m a i n t a i n c o n t r o l o f t h eequipment. Serious accidents and injuries can result from operating thisequipment at high speeds. Understand the Tracto...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-24 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 9.2 Brake and Differential Lock Setting Make sure the tractor brakes are in good operatingcondition. Tractor br akes can be set to operat eindependently allowing single rear wheel brakingaction or locked together to provi...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-25 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 9.3 Driving the Tractor and Boom Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of thetractor. Never operate the tractor at speeds that cannot be safely handled or w...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-26 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 10. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT T H E O P E R ATO R M U S T C O M P L E T E LY U N D E R S TA N D H O W TO O P E R AT E T H E T R A C TO R A N DIMPLEMENT AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE. The operator...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-27 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 10.1 Foreign Debris Hazards/Overhead Obstructions An area to be cut must first be inspected for objects that could be thrown or that could damage the machine.Walk through the area looking for fences, boulders, rocks, culv...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-28 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 10.3 Operating the Attached Head • Objects tend to be thrown out from underthe head in the direction of blade rotationand toward the raised edge of the shroud.Avoid cutting with the head tilted at an anglethat objects wou...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-29 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 10.4 Shutting Down the Implement To shut down attached boom head, first bring the tractor to a complete stop. Keep the engine speed at normaloperating speed of 540 RPM, and use the valve lever to turn the motor off. Park ...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-30 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 12. DISCONNECTING THE IMPLEMENT 1. Select a firm level site. 2. Replace the stand leg to the park position with foot down. 3. Position the arms so that the motor is level with the bottom of the frame. 4. Disconnect the su...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-31 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION Before transporting the tractor between locations, idle the tractor engine, disengage the attached head, and wait for all head motion to come to a complete stop. Place the cutterbar guard over the knife. Remember keep fin...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-34 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 13.2 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 with...

OPERATION PT5 09/10 Operation Section 4-35 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. OPERA T ION 14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER NOT WORKING - Check level of hydraulic fluid (see sight gauge on tank). Check to see if pump is functioning properly by attempting to use another cylinder or pressure gauge. If...

MAINTENANCE PT5 09/10 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION Refer to the lubrication diagram and grease daily all points indicated. Remember, regular lubrication ensureslonger machine life and diminishes service costs. In addition, occasionally oil the con-rod pivot...

MAINTENANCE PT5 09/10 Maintenance Section 5-3 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE CUTTERBAR Adjusting the Knife Guides Before commencing any checks or adjustments, lay the cutterbar flat on the ground. Select “CUTTERBAROFF”, switch off the tractor and disconnect the con rod. When adjusted correctly ...

MAINTENANCE PT5 09/10 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Sharpening the Knife After five to twenty operating hours, depending on the work involved the knives require re-sharpening. It is recommended that knives are removed from the cutterbar for re-sharpening. Switch off tra...

MAINTENANCE PT5 09/10 Maintenance Section 5-5 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC RAMS Ram Seal Replacement- General Information 1. Whenever possible the ram should be removed from the machine and cleaned off before dismantling on a clean work bench. 2. When using a bench vice, do not appl...

MAINTENANCE PT5 09/10 Maintenance Section 5-6 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Cylinder Rod Maintenance It is important to visually inspect the hydraulic cylinder rods daily before use. It is highly recommended thatwhile the machine is stored or getting very little use that a protectant is applie...

MAINTENANCE PT5 09/10 Maintenance Section 5-7 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Replacing Spool “O” Rings Note: Owing to the sharp edges in the design of the spool, failure to carry out the following procedure couldresult in damage to the “O” rings resulting in external leakage. 1. Extract the lev...

MAINTENANCE PT5 09/10 Maintenance Section 5-8 © 2010 Alamo Group Inc. MAINTENANCE Hose Warranty Warranty is limited to replacement which have failed due to faulty manufacture or materials. Warranty will notbe considered on hoses that have suffered damage by abrasion, cuts or being pinched or trapped...

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...

PT5 POWERTRIM - SOM - 09/10 (Revised 03/11) P /N 50068814C Printed in USA PT5 POWERTRIM SICKLE BAR BOOM MOWER