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ASSEMBLY ll OPERAT ON ll MA NTENANCE
807 $4.00 50055752
BUSH HOG®
Home Series
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CONGRATULATIONS!
You have invested in the best mowerof its type on the market today.
The care you give your Bush og mower 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 mower before operating, as well as
suggestions for operation and maintenance.
If your manual should become lost or destroyed, Bush og will be glad to provide you with
a new copy. Order from Bush og, P. O. Box 1039, Selma, Alabama 36702-1039. Most of
our manuals can also be downloaded from our website at www.bushhog.com.
As an authorized Bush og dealer, we stock genuine Bush og 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 og equipment,
and are ready and able to help you.
Should you require additional information or assistance, please contact us.
YOUR AUT ORIZED
BUS OG DEALER
BECAUSE BUS OG MAINTAINS AN ONGOING
PROGRAM OF PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT, WE
RESERVE T E RIG T TO MAKE IMPROVEMENTS IN
DESIGN OR C ANGES IN SPECIFICATIONS WIT -
OUT INCURRING ANY OBLIGATION TO INSTALL
T EM ON UNITS PREVIOUSLY SOLD.
BECAUSE OF T E POSSIBILITY T AT SOME
P OTOGRAP S IN T IS MANUAL WERE TAKEN OF
PROTOTYPE MODELS, PRODUCTION MODELS MAY
VARY IN SOME DETAIL. IN ADDITION, SOME
P OTOGRAP S MAY S OW S IELDS REMOVED
FOR PURPOSES OF CLARITY. NEVER OPERATE
T IS IMPLEMENT WIT OUT ALL S IELDS IN PLACE.
HOME SERIES
ZERO TURN RIDING MOWER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECT ON PAGE
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Dealer Preparation Check List . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Alert Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Federal Laws and Regulations. . . . . . . . . 8
I INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION . . 9
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
II OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Pre-Operation Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Mowing Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 14
III MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
SECT ON PAGE
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Mower Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Motion Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . .17
Drive Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Test Drive Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Leveling The Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Counterbalance Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Deck Belt Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Deck Belt Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Start Up Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Parking Brake Cable Replacement . . . .20
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
IV ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Wiring Schematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Torque Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Optional Equipment List . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Slope Angle Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
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RETA L CUSTOMER’S RESPONS B L TY
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 exces-
sive wear to other parts or cause a safety hazard.
It is the Retail Customer’s responsibility to deliver the product to the authorized Bush og
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 with-
in 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.
OME SERIES ZERO TURN RIDING MOWER LIMITED WARRANTY
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Bush og warrants to the original purchaser of this new Zero Turn Riding Mower, purchased from an
authorized Bush og dealer, that the equipment be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period
of three (3) years from date of retail sale. The three year limited warranty (third year parts only) includes drive
train, electromagnetic clutch, deck and cutter spindles. See dealer for complete details. The obligation of Bush
og to the purchaser under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of defective parts. NOTE: This
warranty covers parts and labor for the first two years and parts only during the third year.
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 og dealer during regular working hours. Bush og reserves the right to inspect any equip-
ment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or workmanship.
D SCLA MER OF MPL ED WARRANT ES & CONSEQUENT AL DAMAGES
Bush og’s obligation under this limited warranty, to the extent allowed by law, is in lieu of all war-
ranties, implied or expressed, NCLUD NG MPL ED WARRANT ES OF MERCHANTAB L TY AND F TNESS
FOR A PART CULAR 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 og; 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 og.
TH S L M TED WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY:
1. To transportation to and from dealership or service calls made by dealers, ie, driving time, towing,
pickup and delivery.
2. To vendor items which carry their own warranties, such as engines, batteries, tires, and tubes.
3. If the unit has been subjected to misapplication, abuse, misuse, negligence, fire or other accident.
4. If parts not made or supplied by Bush og have been used in connection with the unit, if, in the sole judge-
ment of Bush og such use affects its performance, stability or reliability.
5. If the unit has been altered or repaired outside of an authorized Bush og dealership in a manner
which, in the sole judgement of Bush og, affects its performance, stability or reliability.
6. 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.
7. 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 BUS OG IS AUT ORIZED TO C ANGE T IS LIM-
ITED WARRANTY IN ANY WAY OR GRANT ANY OT ER WARRANTY UNLESS SUC C ANGE IS MADE
IN WRITING AND SIGNED BY BUS OG’S SERVICE MANAGER, POST OFFICE BOX 1039, SELMA,
ALABAMA 36702-1039.
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
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 T E WARRANTY REGISTRATION
CARD AS BEEN FILED WIT BUS OG/
SELMA, ALABAMA
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF RETAIL SALE
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DEALER PREPARATION C ECK LIST
HOME SER ES ZERO TURN R D NG MOWER
BEFORE DELIVERING MAC INE — The following check list should be completed.
Use the Operator’s Manual as a guide.
r1. Engine has been serviced.
r2. Battery fluid level is checked.
r3. Low oil pressure light checked for operation.
r4. Operator interlock switches checked for operation.
r5. Assembly completed.
r6. All fittings lubricated.
r7. ZT transaxle filled with oil to appropriate level.
r8. All shields in place and in good condition.
r9. Roll-over Protective Structure (Optional) is installed and retractable seat belt functions properly.
r10. All fasteners torqued to specifications given in Torque Chart.
r11. All decals in place and readable. (See decal page.)
r12. Overall condition good (i.e. paint, welds)
r13. Parking brake checked and adjusted, if necessary.
r14. Steering checked and adjusted, if necessary.
r15. Check tire pressure.
r16. Operators manual has been delivered to owner and he has been instructed
on the safe and proper use of the cutter.
Dealer’s Signature
Purchaser’s Signature
T IS C ECKLIST 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.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION AND DELIVERY REPORT
It is the responsibility of the Dealer to do the following:
•Complete the Warranty Registration and Delivery Report
•Return the pre-addressed card copy to Bush og, L.L.C.
•Retain pink copy for dealership records
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Safety Alert Symbol
This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENT ON! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY S NVOLVED!”
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 safe-
ty precautions could result in death or serious
bodily injury.
Safety Signs Signal Words
The signal words DANGER, WARN NG, AND CAUT ON are used on the equipment safety signs. These words
are intended to alert the viewer to the existence and the degree of hazard seriousness.
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
White letters on RED
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Black letters on ORANGE
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation exist
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Black letters on YELLOW
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MPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUT ONS
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 depen-
dent 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 prompt-
ly. 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 proce-
dures. Read this manual and review the safety precautions often until you know the limitations.
ACC DENT PATTERNS TO AVO D
1. CONTACT WIT T E ROTATING BLADE - This accident usually happens when the operator is clear-
ing the discharge chute of grass, (especially when the grass is wet), or when the operator adjusts the
machine without turning it off and waiting for the blades to completely stop.
2. PROPELLED OBJECTS - Sticks, rocks, wires, and other objects can be propelled out through the dis-
charge chute or from under the mower housing. Bystanders are particularly vulnerable.
3. GRASS DISC ARGE C UTE - The mower shall not be operated without the grass discharge chute
in its lowered position.
4. OVERTURNING - This happens when riding mowers are used on steep slopes, embankments or hills.
The operator in these cases can come in contact with blades or sustain injuries during a fall.
5. MOWER RUNNING OVER T E VICTIM - This usually happens when a riding mower is driven in reverse.
The accident victims are most often young children whom, unseen by the operator of the mower, were in
the area being mowed.
WE SHARE YOUR DES RE TO PROTECT YOURSELF, YOUR FAM LY, YOUR FR ENDS AND YOUR
NE GHBORS FROM ACC DENTAL NJURY. OBSERV NG AND ENFORC NG THE FOLLOW NG GU DE
L NES W LL HELP TO NSURE THE SAFETY OF EVERYONE.
SAFETY NSTRUCT ONS AND RECOMMENDAT ONS
1. PEOPLE W O OPERATE, SERVICE, OR ARE OT ERWISE ASSOCIATED with the Zero Turning
Riding Mower should be trained in its proper use and warned of its dangers. Before operating, adjusting,
or servicing the Zero Turning Riding Mower they should read and understand this entire manual and the
engine manual.
2. AVOID CONTACT WIT MOVING PARTS. Keep hands and feet from under mowing deck and away
from blades at all times. Turn engine (motor) off if you must unclog the chute.
3. AVOID ILLS AND SLOPES. Use EXTREME caution when mowing and/or turning on slopes as loss of traction
and/or tip-over could occur. Drive slower on slopes. DO NOT mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Watch for ditch-
es, holes, rocks, dips and rises, which change the operating angle. Keep away from drop-offs and steep banks. Avoid
sudden starts when mowing uphill - mower may tip backwards. Loss of traction may occur going downhill - weight
transfer to the front wheels may cause drive wheels to slip and cause loss of braking. DO NOT mow slopes when
grass is wet - slippery conditions affect steering and reduce traction and braking. The operator is responsible for safe
operation on slopes.
4. DISENGAGE POWER TO MOWER BEFORE BACKING UP. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary and then only after turning around and observing the entire area behind the mower. Go slowly.
Most “running over victim” accidents occur in reverse.
5. BEGINNING OPERATORS S OULD LEARN OW TO STEER the Zero Turning Riding Mower before
attempting to mow. Start with slow engine speed and drive without the blades engaged in open area until
comfortable with the machine.
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SAFETY CONT NUED
6. KNOW OW TO STOP QUICKLY. Know the location and operation of every control, especially how to brake and
how to disengage the mower blades.
7. DO NOT MOVE T E CONTROL LEVERS from forward position to reverse position rapidly. The speed
and/or direction of travel is affected instantly by movement of the Control Levers.
8. DO NOT ALLOW C ILDREN TO OPERATE MOWER. Do not allow others who have not had instruc-
tions to operate mower. Do not operate the mower when children or others are in the area.
9. ALWAYS TURN ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY before leaving mower to prevent children and
inexperienced operators from starting the engine. Never leave the mower unattended with engine run-
ning. Always wait for all moving parts and all sounds to stop before leaving operator’s seat. Always set
the parking brake on an unattended mower.
10. WEAR STURDY, ROUG -SOLED WORK S OES AND CLOSE-FITTING TROUSERS AND S IRTS.
Never operate mower in bare feet, sandals or sneakers.
11. WEAR PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT such as, but not limitied to, protection for eyes, ears, feet, hands
and head when operating or repairing equipment. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that may catch on equip-
ment moving parts.
12. NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS.
13. KNOW T E AREA YOU ARE TO MOW. Watch for hidden dangers such as rocks, roots, sticks, holes,
bumps, and drop-offs, etc. Before mowing, pick up all debris in area to be mowed. Sharp and hard
objects can be propelled at a high speed and can act like shrapnel. Walk through tall grass BEFORE
MOWING to make sure there are no hidden dangers. Mow higher than desired in tall grass to expose
any hidden objects and/or obstacles, clean the area, and then mow to the desired height.
14. BE SURE T E AREA IS CLEAR of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
15. NEVER REFUEL A MOWER INDOORS. Allow the engine time to cool before refueling. Unseen vapors may be
ignited by a spark. Always clean up spilled gasoline. Never run the engine indoors in a garage
or any other closed building. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. The engine exhaust
and gasoline fumes are dangerous.
16. NEVER REMOVE T E FUEL CAP or add gasoline to a running or hot engine or an
engine that has not been allowed to cool for several minutes after running. Always make sure the gas
cap is in place.
17. DO NOT SMOKE AROUND T E MOWER or the gasoline storage container. Gasoline fumes can easi-
ly ignite.
18. KEEP GASOLINE IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA away from your living quarters and in tightly
capped safety cans. Never store mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may
reach open flame or spark.
19. DISENGAGE BLADES, STOP ENGINE, ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE AND REMOVE IGNITION KEY before any
servicing. Be sure all moving parts and all sounds have stopped. Let engine cool and disconnect the spark plugs so
the engine cannot start by accident.
20. KEEP ALL NUTS, BOLTS, AND SCREWS TIG T to be sure equipment is in safe working condition, espe-
cially blade bolts.
21. VE ICLE S OULD BE STOPPED AND INSPECTED FOR DAMAGE after striking a foreign object and
the damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment. Stop immediately and
check for damage or loose parts if mower should start vibrating.
22. DISENGAGE BLADES BEFORE DRIVING ACROSS WALKS or projecting objects or transporting.
23. KEEP SAFETY DEVICES AND GUARDS IN PLACE. If any of the safety switches become inoperable,
have them repaired immediately.
24. DO NOT STEP OR STAND ON T E MOWER OUSING. Step or stand only on the tread areas on the deck.
25. WATC OUT FOR TRAFFIC near roadways and when crossing roads.
26. T IS MAC INE IS NOT MEANT FOR IG WAY OR STREET USE. It is not a recreational vehicle and it should not
be operated as such.
27. W EN FEASIBLE, DO NOT USE MOWER W EN GRASS IS WET OR SLIPPERY.
28. MOW ONLY IN DAYLIG T OR GOOD ARTIF ICIAL LIG T.
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SAFETY CONT NUED
29. ALWAYS DISENGAGE T E MOWER BLADE CLUTC when transporting.
30. Do not operate the mower under influence of drugs or alcohol.
31. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating an engine at excessive speed may
increase the hazard of personal injury.
TOW NG
1. Use for towing only if equipped with a Bush og hitch kit. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.
2. Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.
3. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.
4. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
SLOPE OPERAT ON
1. Use EXTREME caution when mowing and/or turning on slopes as loss of traction and/or tip-over could occur. The
operator is responsible for safe operation.
2. See inside of the back cover to determine the approximate slope angle of the area to be mowed.
3. Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand trimmer near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water. This area can be dangerous.
4. Progressively greater care is needed as the slope increases.
5. Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly down the slope.
6. Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill. Mower may tip backwards.
7. Be aware that loss of traction may occur going downhill. Weight transfer to the front wheels may cause drive wheels to slip and
cause loss of braking and steering.
8. Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises that change the operating angle, as rough terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
9. Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. from the ,mowing area. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
10. Use extreme care with grass catches or attachments. These can change the stability of the machine and cause loss of control.
11. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for counterweights to improve stability.
12.. Check carefully for overhead clearances (ie. branches, doorways, and electrical wires) before driving under objects and do not
contact them.
SLOPE ANGLE GUIDE LOCATED INSIDE REAR COVER
DANGER
POTENT AL HAZARD
Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause
sliding and loss of control.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Wheels dropping over edges, ditches, steep banks,
or water can cause injury, or death by drowning.
HOW TO AVO D THE HAZARD
Do not mow slopes when grass is wet.
Do not mow near drop-offs or near water.
Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
Safe
Zone
Water
Danger
Zone
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MPORTANT FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULAT ONS* CONCERN NG
EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES AND OPERAT ONS.
*(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 ealth Act of 1970) OS A
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 OS A 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.
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 & ome Division, Child Labor Bulletin #102.)
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