Bush Hog ATH 720, FTH 600 User Manual
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CONGRATULATIONS!
You have invested in the best implement of its type on the market today.
The care you give your Bush Hog implement will greatly determine your satisfaction with its
performance and its service life. We urge a careful study of this manual to provide you with a
thorough understanding of your new implement before operating, as well as suggestions for
operation and maintenance.
If your manual should become lost or destroyed, Bush Hog will be glad to provide you with a
new copy. Order from Bush Hog, 2501 Griffin Ave., Selma, Alabama 36703. Most of our manuals can also be downloaded from our website at www.bushhog.com.
As an authorized Bush Hog dealer, we stock genuine Bush Hog parts which are manufactured
with the same precision and skill as our original equipment. Our trained service personnel are
well informed on methods required to service Bush Hog equipment,
and are ready and able to help you.
Should you require additional information or assistance, please contact us.
YOUR AUTHORIZED
BUSH HOG DEALER
BECAUSE BUSH HOG MAINTAINS AN ONGOING
PROGRAM OF PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT, WE
RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE IMPROVEMENTS IN
DESIGN OR CHANGES IN SPECIFICATIONS WITHOUT INCURRING ANY OBLIGATION TO INSTALL
THEM ON UNITS PREVIOUSLY SOLD.
BECAUSE OF THE POSSIBILITY THAT SOME
PHOTOGRAPHS IN THIS MANUAL WERE TAKEN OF
PROTOTYPE MODELS, PRODUCTION MODELS MAY
VARY IN SOME DETAIL. IN ADDITION, SOME
PHOTOGRAPHS MAY SHOW SHIELDS REMOVED
FOR PURPOSES OF CLARITY. NEVER OPERATE
THIS IMPLEMENT WITHOUT ALL SHIELDS IN PLACE.
ATH / FTH FINISHING MOWER
Operator’s Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION/PARA PAGE
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Dealer Preparation Check List . . . . . . . . .3
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Federal Laws and Regulations . . . . . . . . .5
I INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION . .6
1-1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
1-2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
II PREPARATION FOR USE . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2-1 Attaching to Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
III OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . .9
3-1 General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3-2 Cutting Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . .9
3-3 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3-4 Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
RETAIL CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY
UNDER THE BUSH HOG WARRANTY
SECTION/PARA PAGE
IV MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
4-1 Maintenance Check List . . . . . . . . . .10
4-2 Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
4-3 Belt Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4-4 Belt Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4-5 Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
4-6 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
V DEALER ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
5-1 Base Unit Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Torque Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
It is the Retail Customer and/or Operator’s responsibility to read the Operator’s
Manual, to operate, lubricate, maintain and store the product in accordance with all
instructions and safety procedures. Failure of the operator to read the Operator’s
Manual is a misuse of this equipment.
It is the Retail Customer and/or Operator’s responsibility to inspect the product and to
have any part(s) repaired or replaced when continued operation would cause damage
or excessive wear to other parts or cause a safety hazard.
It is the Retail Customer’s responsibility to deliver the product to the authorized Bush
Hog Dealer, from whom he purchased it, for service or replacement of defective parts
which are covered by warranty. Repairs to be submitted for warranty consideration
must be made within forty-five (45) days of failure.
It is the Retail Customer’s responsibility for any cost incurred by the Dealer for traveling to or hauling of the product for the purpose of performing a warranty obligation or
inspection.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
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Bush Hog warrants to the original purchaser of any new Bush Hog equipment, purchased from an
authorized Bush Hog dealer, that the equipment be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period
of one (1) year for non-commercial, state and municipalities’ use and ninety (90) days for commercial use from
date of retail sale. Models ATH & FTH gearboxes are covered by a five (5) year limited warranty period. The
obligation of Bush Hog to the purchaser under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of defective
parts.
Replacement or repair parts installed in the equipment covered by this limited warranty are warranted
for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase of such part or to the expiration of the applicable new equipment warranty period, whichever occurs later. Warranted parts shall be provided at no cost to the user at an
authorized Bush Hog dealer during regular working hours. Bush Hog reserves the right to inspect any equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or workmanship.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES & CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
Bush Hog’s obligation under this limited warranty, to the extent allowed by law, is in lieu of all warranties, implied or expressed, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE and any liability for incidental and consequential damages with respect to
the sale or use of the items warranted. Such incidental and consequential damages shall include but not be
limited to: transportation charges other than normal freight charges; cost of installation other than cost
approved by Bush Hog; duty; taxes; charges for normal service or adjustment; loss of crops or any other loss of
income; rental of substitute equipment, expenses due to loss, damage, detention or delay in the delivery of
equipment or parts resulting from acts beyond the control of Bush Hog.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY:
1. To vendor items which carry their own warranties, such as engines, tires, and tubes.
2. If the unit has been subjected to misapplication, abuse, misuse, negligence, fire or other accident.
3. If parts not made or supplied by Bush Hog have been used in connection with the unit, if, in the sole judge-
ment of Bush Hog such use affects its performance, stability or reliability.
4. If the unit has been altered or repaired outside of an authorized Bush Hog dealership in a manner
which, in the sole judgement of Bush Hog, affects its performance, stability or reliability.
5. To normal maintenance service and normal replacement items such as gearbox lubricant, hydraulic fluid,
worn blades, or to normal deterioration of such things as belts and exterior finish due to use or
exposure.
6. To expendable or wear items such as teeth, chains, sprockets, belts, springs and any other items that in the
company’s sole judgement is a wear item.
NO EMPLOYEE OR REPRESENTATIVE OF BUSH HOG IS AUTHORIZED TO CHANGE THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY IN ANY WAY OR GRANT ANY OTHER WARRANTY UNLESS SUCH CHANGE IS MADE I N
WRITING AND SIGNED BY BUSH HOG’S SERVICE MANAGER, 2501 GRIFFIN AVE., SELMA, ALABAMA
36703.
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Record the model number, serial number and date
purchased. This information will be helpful to your
dealer if parts or service are required.
MAKE CERTAIN THE WARRANTY INFORMATION
HAS BEEN FILED ONLINE WITH BUSH HOG
SELMA, ALABAMA
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF RETAIL SALE
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DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST
ATH / FTH FINISHING MOWERS
BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE — The following check list should be completed.
Use the Operator’s Manual as a guide.
o 1. Assembly completed.
o 2. Gearboxes filled with oil.
o 3. All fittings lubricated.
o 4. All shields in place and in good condition.
o 5. All fasteners torqued to specifications given in Torque Chart
r 6. All decals in place and readable. (See decal page.)
o 7. Overall condition good (i.e. paint, welds)
o 8. Operators manual has been delivered to owner and he has been instructed
on the safe and proper use of the cutter.
o 9. Warranty information has been filed online with Bush Hog.
Dealer’s
Signature
THIS CHECKLIST TO REMAIN IN OWNER’S MANUAL
It is the responsibility of the dealer to complete the procedures listed
above before delivery of this implement to the customer.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This symbol is used to call attention to safety
precautions that should be followed by the
operator to avoid accidents. When you see this
symbol, carefully read the message that follows and heed its advice. Failure to comply
with safety precautions could result in death or
serious bodily injury.
In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel in the operation, transport,
maintenance and storage of equipment. Lack of attention to safety can result in accident, personal injury,
reduction of efficiency and worst of all—loss of life. Watch for safety hazards and correct deficiencies
promptly. Use the following safety precautions as a general guide to safe operations when using this
machine. Additional safety precautions are used throughout this manual for specific operating and maintenance procedures. Read this manual and review the safety precautions often until you know the limitations.
1. Read the Operator’s Manual. Failure to read the Operator’s Manual is considered a misuse of this
equipment.
2. Become familiar with all the machine’s controls and all the caution, warning and danger decals affixed
to the machine before attempting to start or operate.
3. Before starting or operating the machine, make a walk around inspection and check for obvious
defects such as loose mounting bolts and damaged components. Correct any deficiency before
starting.
4. Do not allow children to operate the cutter. Do not allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.
5. Do not carry passengers.
6. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. The operator
should cease mowing whenever anyone comes within the operating area.
7. Clear the work area of objects which might be picked up and thrown.
8. Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than hands to search for hydraulic leaks. Escaping hydraulic
oil under pressure can penetrate skin. If fluid is injected into the skin, it must be surgically removed
within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may result.
9. Do not operate without all guards and shields in place and in good condition.
10. Lower implement to ground, stop tractor engine, apply parking brake, and allow blades to completely
stop before leaving the tractor.
11. Keep hands and feet away from blades.
12. This cutter is not to be operated along highways or in any area where people may be present unless
all sides of the unit are enclosed by permanent bands, safety chains or other factory approved safety
shields that are in good repair.
13. Wear personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, protection for eyes, ears, feet, hands
and head when operating or repairing the equipment. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that may
catch on equipment moving parts.
14. When performing adjustments or maintenance on the cutter, first lower it to the ground or block it
securely at a workable height.
15. Never stand between tractor and cutter while tractor is being backed to the cutter hitch.
16. Reduce speed when transporting cutter to avoid bouncing and momentary loss of steering.
17. Use tractor flashing warning lights, day or night, when transporting cutter on road or highways unless
prohibited by law.
18. It is recommended that tractor be equipped with Rollover Protective System (ROPS) and seat belt be
used in all mowing operations.
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