Document Outline

• 2545
• OPERATOR’S MANUAL
  • BUSH HOG®
• To the Owner/Operator/Dealer
  • LOADER
• TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • General Safety Instructions and Practices
    • Operator Safety Instructions and Practices
  • Equipment Operation Safety Instructions and Practices
  • Connecting or Disconnecting Implement Safety Instructions and Practices
  • Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices
  • Maintenance and Service Safety Instructions and Practices
  • Storage and Parking Safety Instructions and Practices
  • Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices
    • Decal Location
    • Decal Description
  • Federal Laws and Regulations
    • SAFETY SECTION
    • Attention Owner/Operator
      • INTRODUCTION SECTION
      • ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTING THE LOADER SECTION
  • Assembly Instructions
  • Proper Ballasting and Wheel Spacing
  • Dismounting and Mounting Mid-Mount Loader
    • Mounting Loader
      • 1. Slowly drive tractor into loader approximately 6” from loader mounts. Shut off tractor engine and set parking brake.
      • 2. Connect hydraulic hoses. Make sure couplers are clean before connecting together.
      • 3. Start engine and release parking brake. Make sure lift cylinders are extended 6” to 8”. Stroke bucket cylinders to raise or lower upright pin to clear each front mount pin saddle by approximately 1”.
      • 4. Drive tractor forward until loader upright pins contact mount vertical stop surfaces just above the mount pin saddles. Extend bucket cylinders to FULLY seat both loader upright pins into mount pin saddles and raise parking stands off ground. Retra...
      • 5. Stop engine. Allow tractor front end to lower by relaxing ONLY lift cylinders with control lever.
      • 6. Set parking brake. Insert two 1” hitch pins and linch pins.
      • 7. Remove linch pins and clevis pins from parking stands, rotate stands into storage position and secure with clevis pins and linch pins.
      • Attaching Pin on Bucket
        • 1. Attach bucket to lift boom frame and cylinders with four 1” pins, using a 3/8 shoulder bolt and 3/8 lock nut to secure each pin. Use upper bolt hole in bucket mounting ear for shoulder bolts on two lower pins.
        • 2. Install level indicator rod in level guide tube on right bucket cylinder. Sandwich level indicator rod angle between right inside bucket ear and cylinder rod end.
        • 3. Set bucket level on ground and adjust level guide tube along bucket cylinder until end of guide tube is flush with end of rod.
    • Dismounting Loader
      • 1. Locate tractor and loader on firm level ground.
      • 2. With bucket raised above ground, tilt bucket down approximately 30 degrees from level.
      • 3. Lower boom by retracting lift cylinders to lift tractor front end (tires can be off ground).
      • 4. Stop engine. Allow tractor front end to lower by relaxing ONLY lift cylinders with control lever. This will remove pressure on hitch pins.
      • 5. Set parking brake. Rotate parking stands from storage position by removing linch pins and clevis pins. Reinstall clevis pins and linch pins when parking stands are in operation position (See Figure Asm-L-0001).
      • 6. Remove linch pins and 1” hitch pins from loader upright.
      • 7. Start tractor engine and release brakes. Retract bucket cylinders to allow parking stands to contact ground.
      • 8. Extend lift cylinders 6” to 8” to rotate top of loader uprights forward out of the mount, allowing tractor to be pushed rearward. Retract bucket cylinders until lower loader upright pins clear mount pin saddles and front tires.
      • 9. Move tractor rearward approximately 6”, being certain not to stretch hydraulic hoses.
      • 10. Stop tractor engine and set parking brake. Relax lift cylinders and bucket cylinder by moving each control lever in both directions. Disconnect hydraulic hoses from tractor.
      • 11. Start tractor engine and release brakes. Slowly back tractor out of loader.
  • Assembling Quick Attach Device
    • 1. Quick attach device is pre-assembled at the factory.
    • 2. Unband the quick attach device and wood blocks. (Figure Asm-L-0012)
  • Installing Quick Attach Device
    • 1. Fasten quick attach device to lower boom arms and bucket tilt cylinders using 1” x 4-3/8” anti-rotation pins, 3/8” x 3/4” shoulder bolts, and 3/8” lock nuts (supplied with loader). Use upper bolt hole in bucket mounting ear for shoulder ...
    • 2. Attach bucket leveling rod indicator (supplied with loader), to outside of right ear on quick attach as shown. Figure Asm-L-0014_A. Secure bucket leveling rod indicator with the ear at the lower end of the rod bucket cylinder and inside ear on rig...
  • Connecting Attachment
    • 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 attachment bracket and engage top of the quick hitch into the top of the attachment bracket.
    • 2. Raise the loader slightly and rotate the top of the quick hitch back toward the operator until the bottom of the attachment is seated firmly in the bottom of the quick hitch.
    • 3. Rotate the quick hitch pin levers down 90 degrees to the locked position. You should feel a firm resistance when locking the levers down. The tapered pins must extend through the slots in the bottom of the attachment bracket. The tapered side of t...
    • 4. Raise the loader and attachment to shoulder height. By standing at the side of the loader, inspect the connection between the quick hitch and attachment.
    • 5. On level ground, tilt the attachment down 90 degrees and lower it to the ground. Lower the loader further to slightly raise the front of the tractor of the tractor off the ground. Drive the tractor in reverse while the attachment is on the ground ...
• OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
  • 10. Transporting the Tractor and Implement
    • 11. Troubleshooting Guide
      • PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
        • MAINTENANCE SECTION
  • Lubrication Schedule
    • Adjusting Bucket Level Indicator
    • Daily Maintenance
      • 1. Check fluid level of tractor hydraulic system before starting each day’s operation. If necessary, add hydraulic oil as recommended in your tractor operator’s manual.
      • 2. Daily (unless conditions justify more frequently) lubricate all twelve grease fittings; one at each end of lift boom arms and one at rod and base ends of each lift and bucket cylinder.
      • 3. After every ten hours of operation, check all hardware and tighten where required.
      • 4. Replace hoses immediately if they are damaged by a cut or scrape, extruded at the fittings or leaking. Hydraulic oil leaks should be repaired promptly to avoid loss of oil and serious personal injury from escaping oil.
  • Cylinder Service
    • Lift and Bucket Cylinder Disassembly
      • 1. Hold cylinder tube (13) stationary and pull wire ring (14) out through slot.
      • 2. Pull shaft (1), with all assembled parts, out of cylinder tube (13).
      • 3. Remove elastic locknut (12) from end of shaft and slide cylinder piston (9) and cylinder head (5) off shaft.
      • 4. Remove piston wear ring (8), piston seal (11), and o-ring (10) from outside grooves on piston(9).
      • 5. Remove wiper seal (2), rod seal (3) and wear ring (4) from inside of cylinder head (4) and o-ring (7) with backup washer (6) from groove on outside of head.
      • 6. Clean all parts including cylinder tube, in a suitable cleaning solvent, then use air pressure to blow any dirt or excess solvent from all parts.
      • 7. Examine all parts for wear or damage and replace, if necessary.
    • Lift and Bucket Cylinder Reassembly
      • 1. Place rod seal (3) into groove inside cylinder head.
      • 2. Install wiper seal (2) with lip of seal facing out and flush with top of cylinder head (5). Install wear ring (4) inside other end of head (5).
      • 3. Place o-ring (7) with back-up washer (6) in groove on outside of head. Back-up washer must be on rod side.
      • 4. Remove sharp edges on outer edge of the threaded end of shaft (1). Lubricate wiper seal (2) and rod seal (3) in head and carefully slide head onto shaft.
      • 5. Place o-ring (10), piston seal (11) and piston wear ring (8) in grooves on outside of piston (9).
      • 6. Slide piston (9) onto threaded end of shaft and install lock nut (12). Tighten lock nut to 100 lbs.
      • 7. Lubricate piston wear ring (8) and piston seal (11) on piston, o-ring (7) and backup washer (6) on head and inside of cylinder tube (13), then carefully slide piston and head into cylinder tube (13).
      • 8. Insert wire retaining ring (14) into slot in cylinder tube (13). Apply pressure to wire ring to thread it into groove while turning cylinder head.
    • Storage
      • 1. Store loader with attachment securely attached.
      • 2. Place dust caps on hydraulic quick couplers.
      • 3. Do not remove attachment from stored loader.
      • 4. Do not allow children to play on or around loader.
  • Proper Torque for Fasteners
    • 2545
    • LOADER
• LIMITED WARRANTY
  • DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES & CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
  • 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 judgement 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.
• TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER
• Operation Section.pdf
  • OPERATION SECTION
  • BUSH HOG 2545 LOADER
  • OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
    • 1. Standard Equipment and Specifications
      • (A) Maximum Lift Height at Pivot Pin 112.5”
      • (B) Maximum Height Under Bucket 106.35”
      • (C) Clearance with Bucket Dumped 90.5”
      • (D) Reach at Maximum Height 17.8”
      • (E) Maximum Dump Angle 47°
      • (F) Reach with Attachment on Ground 63.7”
      • (G) Attachment Rollback Angle 22.5°
      • (H) Digging Depth 5.5”
      • (I) Overall Height in Carry Position (at Boom Arm Top) 58.8” @ boom arm top
    • 2. Operator Requirements
    • 3. Tractor Requirements
      • Tractor Requirements and Capabilities
      • 3.1 ROPS and Seat Belt
      • 3.2 Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem
      • 3.3 Tractor Ballast
    • 4. Getting On and Off the Tractor
      • 4.1 Boarding the Tractor
      • 4.2 Dismounting the Tractor
      • 5. Starting the Tractor
      • 6. Pre-Operation Inspection and Service
      • 6.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
      • 6.2 Loader Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
      • 7. Driving the Tractor and Loader
      • 7.1 Driving the Tractor and Loader
    • 8. Operating the Tractor and Loader
      • 8.1 Operating the Loader
        • FILLING THE BUCKET
        • LIFTING THE LOAD
        • CARRYING THE LOAD
        • DUMPING THE BUCKET
        • LOWERING THE BUCKET
        • OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL
          • LOADING FROM A BANK
          • PEELING AND SCRAPING
          • LOADING LOW TRUCKS OR SPREADERS FROM A PILE
        • BACKFILLING
          • Leave dirt which drifts over side of bucket for final cleanup.
            • HANDLING LARGE HEAVY OBJECTS
              • 1. Using front end loaders for handling large heavy objects such as large round or rectangular bales, logs and oil drums is not recommended.
              • 2. Handling large heavy objects can be extremely dangerous due to:
              • 3. If you must perform above work, protect yourself by:
      • 8.2 Operating Bale Spear (Optional Attachment)
    • 9. Loader Storage
    • 10. Transporting the Tractor and Implement
      • 10.1 Transporting on Public Roadways
      • 10.2 Hauling the Tractor and Implement
      • 11. Troubleshooting Guide
        • 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. Repair or replace pump.
        • Oil line restricted or leaking. Check all hoses and tubes for leaks,
        • damage or restrictions. Replace
        • damaged or restricted hoses or tube
        • oil lines.
        • Control valve does not shift Inspect, clean, repair or replace
        • properly. valve.
        • Air in hydraulic system. Cycle lift cylinders and bucket
        • cylinders several times to free
        • system of air.
        • Cylinder leaks internally. Replace seals.
        • Faulty relief valve (tractor). Clean and replace relief valve.
        • Loader chatters or Air leak in pump inlet line. Check, tighten or replace inlet line.
        • vibrates when raising
        • or lowering.
        • Air in hydraulic system. Cycle lift and bucket cylinders.
        • Oil level too low. Add oil as required.
        • Faulty relief valve (tractor). Replace relief valve.
        • Oil Leaks Loose connections. Tighten fittings.
        • Defective fittings or hoses. Replace defective parts.
        • Worn or damaged o-ring Install a seal repair kit.
        • or wiper seal in cylinder See “Cylinder Service”.
        • rod end.
        • Worn or damaged o-rings Install an o-ring repair kit.
        • in valve.
        • PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
          • Insufficient lift capacity Load is greater than boom Check loader specifications.
          • lift capacity.
          • Improper hydraulic pump Repair or replace pump.
          • operation.
          • Internal lift cylinder leakage. Replace any worn parts and install
          • a seal repair kit. See “Cylinder
          • Service”.
          • Improper hydraulic valve Repair or replace valve.
          • operation.
          • Excessive wear on bucket Bucket is riding on cutting Use boom “FLOAT” position or
          • cutting edge edge instead of wear runners. bucket level indicator to ensure
          • bucket rides
          • Bucket cutting edge not Rear axle on tractor not level With tractor on level surface,
          • flat on theground. from side to side compare rear axle height from left to
          • right, measuring from axle center toground. Adjust air pressure in rear tires until axle height measures the same for both sides.
• Safety Section Page 17.pdf
  • Concluding Safety Instructions and Practices
    • Decal Location
      • 1. 50057411 2 LOGO Bush Hog
      • 2. 50069074 2 MODEL 2545
      • 3. 52740 2 WARNING Oil Leaks
      • 4. 52203 1 WARNING Lock Valve in Transport
      • 5. 52204 1 INSTRUCT Loader Positions
      • 6. D469 1 WARNING Loader Safety
      • 7. D468 2 DANGER Multi-Hazard
      • 8. D471 1 WARNING Handling Bales
      • 9. D470 1 DANGER Use ROPS, Seatbelt, Rear Ballast
      • 10. 00776031 1 ________ Canister, Operator’s Manual
      • 11. 03200347 * REFLCTR SMV Sign
      • 12. 55580 1 ________ Sheet, Decal; includes two D516 Decals (Note: For Optional Quick Attach Device Only)