Bush Hog 300 - Manual (Page 54)

OPERATION
300 Series 09/10 Operation Section 4-24
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OPERA
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14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Shearing M/B Carrier Lack of lubrication Lubricate Pivot Pin
Pivot Pin Bolt Bolt not tightened properly Tighten Bolt to proper torque
Bent Moldboard Small curve is normal from weld pull Can be removed but will not
affect operation
Hitting hidden objects Know soil conditions, keep
speed to a minimum.
Blade will not penetrate soil Cutting edge dull Replace Cutting edge
Blade set to straight Increase Top Link length
Soil too hard Use scarifiers to loosen soil
A-Frame bent Hitting hidden objects in the backfill Use slow speed when in unknown
position soil conditions
Moldboard digging in too Blade pitch excessive Adjust Top Link
much Soft ground. Install Gauge Wheel.
Install Skid Shoes.
Unable to hold level ground Tractor and Blade following contour Install Gauge Wheel
Tractor Draft Control lifting Blade Set Tractor Draft Control
Hydraulic Cylinder(s) Not enough pressure Check pressure
will not operate Valve not connected properly Re-plumb Valve
Quick Coupler not completely Complete connection
connected