Bush Hog FC-BL-0002 - Manual (Page 49)

OPERATION
100 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-17
© 2010 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
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Utility
To clean close to a fence or barn offset the Mainframe to the right or left to extend the Blade beyond the tractor
tire. Be careful not to hang the Blade Tip as this could result in damage to the Blade or Mainframe. For
smoothing out loose soil a fine finish can be obtained by pushing the soil with the back of the Moldboard.
Grading
Grading can be accomplished with the use of the Planer Wheel (Accessory Equipment). Set the Moldboard
Pivot to the desired angle, lower the Blade to the ground and then set the depth of cut with the Hydraulic
Cylinder, or Ratchet Jack. Do not drop the Planer Wheel on the ground. This could result in damage to the
Planer Wheel or Hydraulic Cylinder.
Backfilling
The Moldboard can be manually rotated 180 degrees for backfilling operations. This position requires a careful
setting of the Top Link allowing a Blade angle which does not tend to bury itself, but move more across the top
of the ground. Backfilling is a very critical operation because the Blade tends to dig into the ground. The
Backfilling operation should be performed with the Mainframe straight behind the tractor with the Blade set in
the center position (perpendicular to the Mainframe). The work should be kept in the center of the Blade. Avoid
concentrated loads on the end of the Blade. Do not ram into a load at any time as this multiplies the forces
several times normal and could result in damage to your Blade. Perform all backfilling operations at slow
speeds to prevent damage if the Blade hits an object. Moving snow with the Blade in the backfill position is a
very delicate operation and should be performed with care. It is very easy to hit hidden objects when moving
the light snow. It is also very easy to operate the Blade at too high a speed, resulting in damage.
NOTE: The warranty shall not apply to damage caused by misuse, abuse, or contact with obstructions.
9.2 Shutting Down the Implement
Park the tractor on a level surface, place the
transmission in park or neutral and apply the
parking brake, lower the attached implement to the
ground, shut down the engine, remove the key, and
wait for all motion to come to a complete stop
before exiting the tractor. OPS-BL- 0002
10. DISCONNECTING THE BLADE FROM THE TRACTOR
Before disconnecting the blade, all movement must cease. Move the blade to a level storage location and
lower the unit to the ground. If the blade is not resting securely on the ground, block the blade up securely
before attempting to disconnect it from the tractor.
Use extreme care to keep feet and hands from under the blade and clear of any pinch points. OPS- 0051_A