BUSH HOG ® FRONT END LOADERS 1045 / 2045 / 3045 Operator’s Manual ASSEMBLY ● OPERATION ● MAINTENANCE 107 $4.
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.
1045 / 2045 / 3045 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION/PARA PAGE SECTION/PARA Warranty .....................................................................2 Dealer Preparation Check List....................................3 Safety Alert Symbols ..................................................4 Safety Precautions .....................................................5 Federal Laws & Regulations.......................................7 PAGE 3-12 Removing Air From Hydraulic System ...............
LIMITED WARRANTY OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO 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. The obligation of Bush Hog to the purchaser under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of defective parts.
DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST 1045 / 2045 / 3045 LOADER BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE - The following check list should be completed. Use the Operator’s Manual as a guide. ❏ Machine properly assembled. ❏ All safety decals readable. (See decal page) ❏ All bolts tightened to torque specifications given in torque chart. ❏ Machine operates properly. ❏ Customer has appropriate mounting kit for his tractor and loader. ❏ Customer has appropriate attachments for loader operations.
Safety Alert Symbol This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” 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.
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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CONTINUED 10. Before disconnecting hydraulic lines, relieve all hydraulic pressure. 11. Do not tamper with the relief valve setting. The relief valve is pre-set at the factory. Changing the setting can cause overloading the loader and tractor and serious operator injury may result. 12. Always wear safety goggles when repairing or servicing machine. 13. When servicing or replacing pins in cylinder ends, buckets, etc., always use a brass drift and hammer.
IMPORTANT FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS* CONCERNING EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES AND OPERATIONS. *(This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of the following federal laws and regulations. It is not intended as a legal interpretation of the laws and should not be considered as such). U.S. Public Law 91-596 (The Williams-Steiger Occupational and Health Act of 1970) OSHA This Act Seeks: “...
SECTION I INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION Figure 1-1 Major Components Bucket Level Indicator Rod Bucket Cylinder Cross Tube Bucket Subframe Mainframe Boom Parking Stands Stored Boom Cylinder 1-1 INTRODUCTION 1-2 DESCRIPTION We are pleased to have you as a Bush Hog customer. Your Front End Loader has been carefully designed to give maximum service with minimum down time.
Table 1-1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS VV U V D E XX A B J C X W ZZ G F Y H Z SERIES LOADER 1045 2045 3045 A. Maximum Lift Height - Measured at Pivot Pin 86 in. 103 in. 110 in. B. Maximum Lift Height - Under Level Bucket 81 in. 96 in. 100 in. C. Clearance with Attachment Dumped 45° 92 in. 67 in. 77 in. 82 in. D. Reach at Maximum Height 23 in. 22 in. 30 in. E. Maximum Dump Angle 45° 40° 45° 54 in. 62 in. 67 in. 25° 25° 25° F. G.
SECTION II LOADER MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING 2-1 PREPARING TRACTOR Figure 2-1 CAUTION TRACTORS THAT HAVE MOVABLE AXLES MUST BE SET FORWARD IN THE LONG WHEELBASE POSITION AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 2-1 TO PREVENT EXCESSIVE LEVERAGE BEING EXERTED ON THE TRACTOR FRAME. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. REFER TO TRACTOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR ABOVE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR YOUR TRACTOR. Short Wheelbase Long Wheelbase A.
C. Check that lift cylinders are fully retracted. Figure 2-3. Then drive tractor forward. Use bucket cylinders to position height of outer pedestal top pin. Figure 2-4. Figure 2-4 Outer Pedestal Top Pin Figure 2-6 Pin In Operating Position H. Remove parking stands from the parked position and return them to their storage positions in the cross tube. Figure 2-7 Figure 2-7 Parking Stand Stored D. Align outer pedestal top pin with mounting bracket guide post on both sides.
2-3 DISMOUNTING LOADER Figure 2-9 Parking Stands Installed CAUTION ALWAYS PARK LOADER WITH MATERIAL BUCKET OR AUTHORIZED BUSH HOG ATTACHMENT ATTACHED TO THE LOADER. CAUTION BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR SEAT, LOWER ATTACHMENT OR LOADER BOOM TO GROUND, STOP ENGINE, LOCK BRAKES, RELIEVE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE, AND REMOVE KEY. CAUTION DO NOT STAND, WALK, OR WORK UNDER A RAISED LOADER OR ATTACHMENT UNLESS IT IS SECURELY BLOCKED OR HELD IN POSITION.
WARNING MAKE SURE PARKED LOADER IS ON A HARD LEVEL SURFACE. ENGAGE ALL SAFETY DEVICES TO PREVENT LOADER FROM FALLING AND BEING DAMAGED OR INJURING SOMEONE. DO NOT REPAIR LOADER IF IT IS NOT MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR. LOSS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID OR REMOVAL OF PARTS COULD CAUSE LOADER TO COLLAPSE RESULTING IN INJURY. IMPORTANT To avoid hydraulic hose damage, be alert and make sure hoses do not catch on tractor and/or loader during mounting or dismounting.
3-7 NEUTRAL POSITION 3-4 EXTERNAL LOADER AND/OR TRACTOR VALVE. The loader external valve provided by Bush Hog has a “neutral position” which prevents movement of the loader or attachment. When the control handle is manually released from the work position, the valve spool will return to the neutral position. NOTE When properly installed, the tractor remote valve or external valve control lever/levers will control the loader hydraulic circuits as described below.
Figure 3-3 Bucket Level Indicator Rod Showing That The Bucket Is Resting Flat On The Surface CAUTION BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR SEAT, LOWER ATTACHMENT OR LOADER BOOM TO GROUND, STOP ENGINE, LOCK BRAKES, RELIEVE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE, AND REMOVE KEY. Rod Kink In Bracket Slot IMPORTANT Always keep the cylinders in a retracted position when the loader is not in use to guard against rust and contamination which may cause damage to the cylinder rods and hydraulic system.
FILLING THE BUCKET Approach and enter the pile with a level bucket. ...a level bucket throughout the lifting cycle resists bucket lift and increases breakaway effort. NOTE; Do not be concerned if the bucket is not completely filled during each pass. Maximum productivity is determined by the amount of material loaded in a given period of time. Time is lost if two or more attempts are made to fill the bucket on each pass.
CARRYING THE LOAD DUMPING THE BUCKET Position the bucket as low as possible below the level of the tractor hood for maximum stability and visibility, whether the bucket is loaded or empty. Lift the bucket high enough to clear the side of the vehicle. Move the tractor in as close to the side of the vehicle as possible, then dump the bucket. Use extreme caution when operating the loader on a slope and keep the bucket as low as possible.
OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL During hard surface operation, keep the bucket level and put the lift control in the float position to permit the bucket to float on the working surface. If hydraulic down pressure is exerted on the bucket, it will wear faster than normal. FLOAT Sidecutting is a good technique for cutting down a big pile. The float will also prevent the mixing of surface material with stockpile material.
PEELING AND SCRAPING BACKFILLING DO THIS 6” Backgrade occasionally with a loaded bucket to keep the working surface free of ruts and holes. Hold the lift control forward in float position so the full weight of the bucket is scraping the ground. Use only the heel of the bucket while backgrading. Use a slight bucket angle, travel forward, and hold the lift control forward to start the cut. Make a short, angle cut approximately 6” deep and break-out cleanly.
HANDLING LARGE HEAVY OBJECTS WARNING Do not use front end loaders for handling large heavy objects such as logs or oil drums. Handle large round hay bales only when loader is equipped with Bush Hog Bale Spear Attachment. Handling large heavy objects can be extremely dangerous due to: Leave dirt in the bucket because dumping on each pass wastes time. ★ Possibility of rolling the tractor over. ★ Possibility of upending the tractor.
3-16 FORK LIFT OPERATION (2045 / 3045 Models Only) CAUTION ALWAYS CHECK TO INSURE THAT QUICK HITCH PINS ARE IN THE LATCHED POSITION BEFORE OPERATING LOADER OR ACCINDENTAL DISENGAGEMENT OF THE ATTACHMENT COULD RESULT. WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH: ★ NEVER LIFT LARGE ROUND HAY BALES OR OTHER LOADS ON THE FORK LIFT ATTACHMENT THAT COULD ROLL BACK ONTO TRACTOR OPERATOR AREA. ★ NEVER USE FORK LIFT ATTACHMENT TO LIFT OR SUPPORT PEOPLE. ★ TRANSPORT LOADS LOW AND SLOW.
Tilt quick hitch backward using bucket cylinder so that bottom of attachment will swing into position. 3-18 SKID STEER QUICK HITCH OPERATION (2045 / 3045 Models Only) The quick hitch (Figure 3-6) is designed to allow easy mounting and dismounting of skid steer attachments from loader. With attachment on flat, level surface, mount as follows: Rotate handles downward, locking spring-loaded pins into place in slot on attachment hitch for operation.
SECTION IV Figure 4-1 Mounting Kit 4-1 MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST Apply Small Amount Of Grease Perform scheduled maintenance as outlined below. Lower machine to ground, turn off tractor, and set parking brake before doing maintenance inspections or work. All bolts should be torqued as recommended in torque chart unless otherwise indicated. WARNING THE LOADER CAN FALL FROM HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILURE. TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, SECURELY SUPPORT LOADER BEFORE WORKING UNDERNEATH.
Figure 4-2 Lubrication Points ➀ ➂ ➁ ➃ 4-3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS 4-4 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting procedures are listed in Table 4-1. If the problem cannot be solved or replacement parts are necessary, contact your authorized Bush Hog dealer. Please have ready your machine name, model number, serial number, purchase date and exact cause or description of problem. A tractor hydraulic system pressure setting of 2500 psi is recommended for maximum efficiency and service.
TABLE 4-1 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Loader slow and/or will not dump. Hydraulic oil viscosity too heavy. Oil filter plugged. Hydraulic pump worn. Oil line restricted or leaking. REMEDY Change to proper oil. Clean or replace filter. Repair or replace pump. Check all hoses and tubes for leaks, damage or restrictions. Replace damaged or restricted hoses or tube lines. Quick couplers not properly connected. Check connection - Replace if necessary.
SECTION V ASSEMBLY CAUTION 11. After completing assembly, be sure that all safety locking devices or guards are in place. THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY UNDERSTOOD BEFORE ATTEMPTING MACHINE ASSEMBLY. 12. Before operating the machine, thoroughly read the operation section of this manual. 13. Before operating, read the maintenance section of this manual to be sure that any parts requiring lubrication such as gearboxes are full to avoid any possible damage. 1.
Tighten all bolts equally during installation so that outside surface of brackets are level and the center line measurement from right to left hand mounting brackets (Dimension “A”) reads 32” plus or minus 1/4” for the 1045, 37” plus or minus 1/4” for the 2045 or 39” plus or minus 1/4” for the 3045. Figure 5-1. 5-2 TRACTOR BALLAST CAUTION TO HELP PREVENT ROLLOVER, USE RECOMMENDED REAR TRACTOR BALLAST AND WIDEST WHEEL SETTINGS TO MAXIMIZE STABILITY. SEE YOUR TRACTOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR RECOMMENDATIONS.
5-6 FORK LIFT OPTION (2045 / 3045 Models Only) Guard Raise the positioning lock pins at the top of each fork. Place fork in the middle of the frame over the notch in the lower edge. Slide forks to desired positions and lower pins to lock forks in place. Lock Pin Mainframe Forks 5-7 BALE SPEAR OPTION (Model 3045 Only) Insert long spear into top of frame and fasten with eccentric nut as shown. Tapered side of nut must be against frame. Torque nut to 470 -505 ft./lbs.
5-8 OPTIONAL BUCKET ITEMS ASSEMBLY (Model 3045 Only) SPILL GUARD ATTACHMENT 1. Place spill guard on bucket & center. 2. Mark hole centers for attaching fasteners. Allow clearance for side cutting edges on bolts in side plates if necessary. 3. Remove spill guard and drill 9/16” holes. Install spill guard and torque fasteners per Torque Specifications, page 30.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Proper toque for American fasteners used on Bush Hog equipment. Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds (Newton Meters).* AMERICAN Bolt Head Markings SAE Grade 2 (No Dashes) SAE Grade 5 (3 Dashes) ” lt Bo ter “B e m Dia Wrench Size “A” SAE Grade 8 (6 Dashes) METRIC Wrench Size “A” WRENCH SIZE (IN.) “A” BOLT DIAMETER (IN.
SAFETY DECALS To promote safe operation, Bush Hog supplies safety decals on all products manufactured. Because damages can occur to safety decals either through shipment, use or reconditioning, Bush Hog will, upon request, provide safety decals for any of our products in the field at no charge. Contact your authorized Bush Hog dealer for more information. DECALS Decals 50100231, 50100232 and 50100233 are located on the left side of the subframe.Decal 501002238 is located on the lift cylinder.
POWER BEYOND KIT This Kit is provided to relieve excessive pressure on loader control valve when other implements are used while loader is still attached to tractor. Kit Includes: ITEM 1 2 3 4 5 QTY. 2 1 1 2 1 DESCRIPTION Cable Tie Elbow 90˚ 9/16” ORB to 9/16” JIC Hydraulic Hose 1/4” - 9/16” JIC Female Straight Fitting 9/16” JIC male to 3/8” Pipe male Quick Coupler Assy. Note: Power Beyond plug is shipped in the Control Valve package.
VALVE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR WALVOIL VALVE 50032442 SMALL VALVE & MOUNT KIT HYDRAULIC ATTACHMENT VALVE PLUMBING ASSEMBLY 3050137 Male Adaptor Shield Not Shown for Clarity! 25H50807 Handle Assy. Red - Rod End of Lift Cylinder 25H42696 Straight Adapter Blue- Base End of Lift Cylinder Yellow- Rod End of Bucket Cylinder Green - Base End of Bucket Cylinder 25G13603 (3) Male Unions Connect to metal lines on loader Note: Install color-coded dust caps and plugs on appropriate sides of quick couplers.
50032442 SMALL VALVE & MOUNT PART NUMBER QTY. PART NAME 50041009 1 Hose Connection Assembly 50041008 1 Small Valve Mount Assembly 52161 5 Cable Ties 50032446 1 Instruction Sheet - Bush Hog F-2935 1 Instruction Sheet - Great Bend 50032445 1 Bag of Hardware 90626 1 Cardboard box 50032445 BAG OF HARDWARE PART NUMBER QTY.
VALVE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR WALVOIL VALVE 50032443 SERIES VALVE & MOUNT KIT HYDRAULIC ATTACHMENT VALVE PLUMBING ASSEMBLY 3050137 Male Adaptor Shield Not Shown for Clarity! 25H50807 Handle Assy. Red - Rod End of Lift Cylinder 50029345 Check Valve Blue- Base End of Lift Cylinder Yellow- Rod End of Bucket Cylinder Green - Base End of Bucket Cylinder 25G13603 (3) Male Unions Connect to metal lines on loader Note: Install color-coded dust caps and plugs on appropriate sides of quick couplers.
50032443 SERIES VALVE & MOUNT PART NUMBER QTY. PART NAME 50041009 1 Hose Connection Assembly 50041011 1 Series Valve Mount Assembly 52161 5 Cable Ties 50032448 1 Instruction Sheet - Bush Hog F-2929 1 Instruction Sheet - Great Bend 50032447 1 Bag of Hardware 90626 1 Cardboard box 50032447 BAG OF HARDWARE PART NUMBER QTY.
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