Bush Hog Lawn Aerator 720 User Manual

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BUSH HOG  
MPG 600/720 Pluggers  
Core-Type Aerators  
Operator’s Manual  
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OPERATION MAINTENANCE  
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$4.00  
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BUSHHOG  
MPG 600/720 PLUGGER  
OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SECTION  
PAGE  
SECTION  
PAGE  
Warranty -------------------------------2  
Dealer Preparation Check List ---3  
Safety Precautions ------------------4  
Laws and Regulations--------------5  
Specifications-------------------------6  
I OPERATION--------------------------6  
Attachment ----------------------------6  
Detaching From Tractor -----------6  
Operation------------------------------7  
Transportation------------------------7  
II MAINTENANCE ---------------------7  
III Safety Decals ------------------------8  
Torque Specifications --------------9  
RETAIL CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY  
UNDER THE BUSH HOG WARRANTY  
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  
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.  
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 equip-  
ment 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 equip-  
ment 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 war-  
ranties, 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 LIM-  
ITED WARRANTY IN ANY WAY OR GRANT ANY OTHER WARRANTY UNLESS SUCH CHANGE IS MADE  
IN WRITING AND SIGNED BY BUSH HOG’S SERVICE MANAGER, POST OFFICE BOX 1039, SELMA,  
ALABAMA 36702-1039.  
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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.  
MODEL NUMBER  
SERIAL NUMBER  
MAKE CERTAIN THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION  
CARD HAS BEEN FILED WITH BUSH HOG/  
DATE OF RETAIL SALE  
SELMA, ALABAMA  
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DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST  
PLUGGER  
BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE — The following check list should be completed.  
Use the Operator’s Manual as a guide.  
r 1. Assembly completed.  
r 2. All fasteners torqued to specifications given in Torque Chart.  
r 3. All decals in place and readable. (See decal page.)  
r 4. Overall condition good (i.e. paint, welds)  
r 5. Operators manual has been delivered to owner and he has been instructed on  
the safe and proper use of the implement.  
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 safe-  
ty 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 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, person-  
al injury, reduction of efficiency and worst of all—loss of life. Watch for safety hazards and correct deficien-  
cies 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 implement. 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 operation whenever anyone comes within the area.  
7. Lower implement to ground, stop tractor engine and apply parking brake before leaving the tractor.  
8. Keep hands and feet away from implement.  
9. 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.  
10. When performing adjustments or maintenance on the implement, first lower it to the ground or block  
it securely at a workable height.  
11. Never stand between tractor and implement while tractor is being backed to the hitch.  
12. Reduce speed when transporting implement to avoid bouncing and momentary loss of steering.  
13. Use tractor flashing warning lights, day or night, when transporting implement on road or highways  
unless prohibited by law.  
14. It is recommended that tractor be equipped with Rollover Protective System (ROPS) and seat belt  
be used in all implement operations.  
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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:  
“...to assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the nation safe and healthful working  
conditions and to preserve our human resources...”  
DUTIES  
Sec. 5 (a) Each employer—  
(1) shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment  
which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause  
death or serious physical harm to his employees;  
(2) shall comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under  
this Act.  
(b) Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards  
and all rules, regulations and orders issued pursuant to this Act which are  
applicable to his own actions and conduct.  
OSHA Regulations  
Current OSHA regulations state in part: “At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter, the  
employer shall instruct every employee in the safe operation and servicing of all equipment with which the  
employee is, or will be involved.” These will include (but are not limited to) instructions to:  
Keep all guards in place when the machine is in operation;  
Permit no riders on equipment;  
Stop engine, disconnect the power source, and wait for all machine movement to stop before  
servicing, adjusting, cleaning or unclogging the equipment, except where the machine must be  
running to be properly serviced or maintained, in which case the employer shall instruct employees  
as to all steps and procedures which are necessary to safely service or maintain the equipment.  
Make sure everyone is clear of machinery before starting the engine, engaging power, or operating  
the machine.  
EMPLOYEE TRACTOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:  
1. Securely fasten your seat belt if the tractor has a  
ROPS.  
5. Watch where you are going, especially at row  
ends, on roads, and around trees.  
2. Where possible, avoid operating the tractor near  
ditches, embankments, and holes.  
6. Do not permit others to ride.  
7. Operate the tractor smoothly - no jerky turns,  
starts, or stops.  
3. Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes, and  
on rough, slick, or muddy surfaces.  
8. Hitch only to the drawbar and hitch points recom-  
mended by tractor manufacturers.  
4. Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation.  
9. When tractor is stopped, set brakes securely and  
use park lock if available.  
Child Labor Under 16 Years Old  
Some regulations specify that no one under the age of 16 may operate power machinery. It is your  
responsibility to know what these regulations are in your own area or situation. (Refer to U.S. Dept. of  
Labor, Employment Standard Administration, Wage & Home Division, Child Labor Bulletin #102.)  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
MODEL  
MPG-600  
MPG-720  
SIZE  
60”  
72”  
TYPE HITCH  
Lift  
Lift  
HUBS  
10  
12  
SPOONS  
APPROX. WT.  
460 lbs.  
80  
96  
500 lbs.  
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE  
Top Link Lift Point  
Figure 1 MPG 600 Plugger  
Weight Rack  
Mast  
Lower Lift Points  
Parking Strand  
Greasable Shaft Sleeve  
Spoons  
SECTION I  
OPERATION  
Back the tractor until the ends of the lift arms can be  
attached to the lift points on the implement. Secure  
the lift arms to the lower lift points. (Figure 1)  
WARNING  
DURING IMPLEMENT ADJUSTMENT  
KEEP BODY, HANDS AND FEET CLEAR  
OF SPOONS OR FRAME.  
Attach the center link to the top of the mast and  
adjust so that the frame will be level in the operating  
position. Remove parking stands and store in the  
upside down position.  
ATTACHMENT  
DETACHING FROM TRACTOR  
The implement should be placed on level ground.  
Pin parking stands into position and lower the imple-  
ment to the ground with rockshaft control in position  
control. Remove top link from mast, disconnect hitch  
arms from bottom pins and pull tractor away from  
implement.  
Place the tractor rockshaft control in “position con-  
trol” (non-floating) for attaching and detaching the  
implement. “Draft control” or “position control” can  
be used while operating.  
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Figure 2  
MPG Plugger  
Figure 3  
Optional Slicing Knives  
Weight Box  
Knives should be assem-  
bled with two blades  
between the two hub  
plates and two blades to  
the outside of hub plates,  
on alternating sides.  
Grease Before Each Use  
TRANSPORTATION  
OPERATION  
CAUTION  
Level the implement from side to side and front to  
rear using adjustments on the tractor’s 3-point lift.  
WHEN EQUIPMENT IS TRANSPORTED,  
USE NECESSARY DEVICES REQUIRED  
BY LOCAL REGULATIONS FOR ADE-  
QUATE WARNING TO OPERATORS OF  
OTHER VEHICLES.  
WARNING  
DURING IMPLEMENT ADJUSTMENT  
KEEP BODY, HANDS AND FEET CLEAR  
OF SPOONS OR OTHER PARTS.  
SECTION II  
MAINTENANCE  
Weight may be added to the plugger frame to aid in  
penetrating hard soil. Concrete blocks, water jugs or  
other types of weight may be used as long as noth-  
ing extends through the frame and interferes with the  
rotation of the spoons. Penetration should be  
approximately one to 1-1/2”. (Figure 2)  
LUBRICATION - Apply NLGI Grade 2 multi-purpose  
grease to sleeves on shaft before each use. (Figure 2)  
Tighten all other fasteners to specifications  
given in torque chart.  
CAUTION  
By removing core plugs from the soil, lawns are bet-  
ter able to breath and hold moisture. Compacted soil  
and thatch are relieved, allowing air and fertilizer to  
reach roots.  
LOWER THE IMPLEMENT AS MUCH AS  
POSSIBLE AND SECURELY SUPPORT  
BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENT.  
Optional slicing knives are available to replace  
spoons on the mounting plates. Four knives per hub  
are used to cut grass runners which causes new  
growth and thicker lawns. Install as shown. (Figure 3)  
Inspect your implement periodically and replace any  
worn or broken parts in order to have it ready for  
use when needed.  
When spoons become worn, replace one at a  
time to ensure proper location and assembly.  
Care should be exercised during use of the plugger  
to prevent hanging the spoons on immovable objects  
or otherwise use of the implement under conditions  
beyond its designed capacity.  
Store the implement out of the weather when it is  
not in use. This helps prevent rusting of the spoons  
and other components.  
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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.  
89141  
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  
Proper toque for American fasteners used on Bush Hog equipment.  
Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds (Newton Meters).*  
AMERICAN  
Bolt Head Markings  
B O LT D IA M ETER  
(IN .) “B ” A N D  
TH R EA D SIZE  
W R EN C H  
SIZE (IN .) “A ”  
SA E  
G R A D E 2  
SA E  
G R A D E 5  
SA E  
G R A D E 8  
7/16  
7/16  
1/4 - 2O UNC  
1/4 - 28 UNF  
5/16 - 18 UNC  
5/16 - 24 UNF  
3/8 - 16 UNC  
3/8 - 24 UNF  
7/16 - 14 UNC  
7/16 - 20 UNF  
1/2 - 13 UNC  
1/2 - 20 UNF  
9/16 - 12 UNC  
9/16 - 18 UNF  
5/8 - 11 UNC  
5/8 - 18 UNF  
3/4 - 10 UNC  
3/4 - 16 UNF  
7/8 - 9 UNC  
6 (7)  
8 (11)  
10 (13)  
12 (16)  
14 (18)  
6 (8)  
1/2  
11 (15)  
17 (23)  
25 (33)  
SAE Grade 2  
(No Dashes)  
1/2  
13 (17)  
19 (26)  
27 (37)  
9/16  
20 (27)  
31 (42)  
44 (60)  
9/16  
23 (31)  
35 (47)  
49 (66)  
5/8  
32 (43)  
49 (66)  
70 (95)  
5/8  
36 (49)  
55 (75)  
78 (106)  
3/4  
49 (66)  
76 (103)  
106 (144)  
120 (163)  
153 (207)  
172 (233)  
212 (287)  
240 (325)  
376 (509)  
420 (569)  
606 (821)  
668 (905)  
909 (1232)  
995 (1348)  
1019 (1381)  
1288(1745)  
1444 (1957)  
1817 (2462)  
2013 (2728)  
2382 (3228)  
2712 (3675)  
3161 (4283)  
3557 (4820)  
3/4  
55 (75)  
85 (115)  
7/8  
70 (95)  
109 (148)  
122 (165)  
150 (203)  
170 (230)  
266 (360)  
297 (402)  
430 (583)  
474 (642)  
644 (873)  
705 (955)  
721 (977)  
795 (1077)  
890 (1206)  
1120 (1518)  
1241 (1682)  
1470 (1992)  
1672 (2266)  
1950 (2642)  
2194 (2973)  
7/8  
79 (107)  
97 (131)  
110 (149)  
144 (195)  
192 (260)  
166 (225)  
184 (249)  
250 (339)  
274 (371)  
280 (379)  
354 (480)  
397 (538)  
500 (678)  
553 (749)  
655 (887)  
746 (1011)  
870 (1179)  
979 (1327)  
SAE Grade 5  
(3 Dashes)  
15/16  
15/16  
1-1/8  
1-1/8  
1-5/16  
1-5/16  
1-1/2  
1-1/2  
1-1/2  
1-11/16  
1-11/16  
1-7/8  
1-7/8  
2-1/16  
2-1/16  
2-1/4  
2-1/4  
7/8 - 14 UNF  
1 - 8 UNC  
1 - 12 UNF  
Wrench  
Size “A”  
1 - 14 UNF  
SAE Grade 8  
(6 Dashes)  
1-1/8 - 7 UNC  
1-1/8 - 12 UNF  
1-1/4 - 7 UNC  
1-1/4 - 12 UNF  
1-3/8 - 6 UNC  
1-3/8 - 12 UNF  
1-1/2 - 6 UNC  
1-1/2 - 12 UNF  
Proper torque for metric fasteners used on Bush Hog equipment.  
Recommended torque in foot pounds (newton Meters).*  
METRIC  
—WRENCH  
SIZE  
BOLT  
DIA.  
ASTM  
4.6  
ASTM  
8.8  
ASTM  
9.8  
ASTM  
10.9  
(mm) “A”  
(mm) “B”  
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5
1.8 (2.4)  
3 (4)  
5.1 (6.9)  
8.7 (12)  
21.1 (29)  
42 (57)  
6.5 (8.8)  
11.1 (15)  
27 (37)  
10  
13  
16  
18  
21  
24  
30  
33  
36  
41  
46  
6
8
7.3 (10)  
14.5 (20)  
25 (34)  
40 (54)  
62 (84)  
122 (165)  
Wrench  
Size “A”  
10  
12  
14  
16  
20  
22  
24  
27  
30  
53 (72)  
8.8  
74 (100)  
118 (160)  
167 (226)  
325 (440)  
443 (600)  
563 (763)  
821 (1112)  
1119 (1516)  
73 (99)  
93 (126)  
116 (157)  
181 (245)  
148 (201)  
230 (312)  
449 (608)  
611 (828)  
778 (1054)  
1138 (1542)  
1547 (2096)  
Numbers appearing on bolt heads  
indicate ASTM class.  
211 (286)  
418 (566)  
*U se 75% of the specified torque value for  
plated fasteners. U se 85% of the speci-  
fied torque values for lubricated fasteners.  
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P.O. Box 1039 Selma, AL 36702-1039  
Telephone (334) 874-2700 www.bushhog.com  
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