Bush Hog 3860 QT manual

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CONGRA TULA TIONS! Y ou ha ve in vested in the best implement of its type on the mark et today . The care you giv e y our Bush Hog implement will greatly deter mine your satisf action with its perf or mance and its ser vice lif e. W e urge a careful study of this manual to provide you with a thorough understanding of y our new implement bef ore ope[...]

SECTION P A GE 3860 QT T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P A GE Warranty .....................................................................2 Dealer Preparation Check List....................................3 Safety Precautions .....................................................4 Federal Laws & Regulations.......................................6 1[...]

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 comme[...]

DEALER PREP ARA TION CHECK LIST 3860 QT LO ADER BEFORE DELIVERING MA CHINE - The f ollowing check list should be completed. Use the Operator’ s Manual as a guide. ❏ Machine properly assembled. ❏ All saf ety decals readable . (See decal page) ❏ All bolts tightened to torque specifications giv en in torque char t. ❏ Machine operates properl[...]

IMPOR T ANT SAFETY PRECA UTIONS 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 an[...]

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 [...]

IMPOR T ANT FEDERAL LA WS AND REGULA TIONS* CONCERNING EMPLO YERS, EMPLO YEES AND OPERA TIONS. *(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[...]

1. INTR ODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Bush Hog cus- tomer. Your Front End Loader has been carefully designed to give maximum service with minimum down time. This manual is provided to give you the necessary operating and maintenance instructions for keeping your front end loader in top operating condition. Pl[...]

Model 3860 QT T echnical Specifications G E J C B A H F D 8 A. Maximum Lift Height - Measured at Pivot Pin . . . .176" B. Maximum Lift Height - Under Level Bucket . . . . . 170" C. Clearance with Attachment Dumped 45º . . . . . . . 148" D. Reach at Maximum Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33” E. Maximum Dump Angle . [...]

2. INST ALLA TION INSTR UCTIONS 9 CAUTION EQUIP YOUR TRACTOR WITH A ROPS CAB OR FRAME FOR YOUR PROTECTION. SEE YOUR TRACTOR/ROPS OPERATOR MANUAL FOR CORRECT SEAT BELT USAGE. Read entire instructions before beginning to install the loader. Personal injury and machine damage may be prevented if you read and understand these instructions and special s[...]

Figure 2 NOTE: Some Models of the 3860 Loader have been designed to custom fit specific makes and models of tractors. These will not require this field change. FORWARD SIDE FRONT BRACKET DIM. “A” CENTER BRACKET TUBE SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY ADJUSTABLE TO CLEAR HEADLIGHTS FRONT CROSSBRACE ASSEMBLY 48 15/32 SUBFRAME CROSSTUBE Figure 3 Figure 4 SUBFRAME [...]

Using a hoist to support the loader frame, align the subframe crosstube with the front bracket. Refer to Figure 7 and Figures 2, 3, & 4, page 10. CAUTION LIFT AND SUPPORT ALL LOADER COMPO- NENTS SAFELY. 2 1 (1) Subframe Crosstube. (2) Front Bracket. Slowly drive the tractor forward until the subframe crosstube is seated into the front bracket. [...]

3. PRE-OPERA TION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Do not extend bucket cylinders without quick draw latch attach installed on loader. Failure to follow these instructions could cause attachment cylinder damage and will void loader warranty. TRANSMISSION FLUID Check the tractor hydraulic fluid level and fill, if required. INITIAL LO ADER OPERA TION NOTE: Ke[...]

LOADER MOUNTED CONTROL VALVE EQUIPPED WITH 2 OR 3 CONTROL HANDLES OR TRACTOR REMOTE VALVE EQUIPPED WITH 2 OR 3 CONTROL HANDLES If your loader utilizes a loader mounted control valve equipped with 2 or 3 control handles or tractor remote valve equipped with 2 or 3 control handles, it will function as described in Figure 3. Lift Cylinder Circuit Pull[...]

REMOTE HOSES SUPPORT After installing loader onto tractor, raise the loader to full height, stop engine, lock brakes, and remove key. Then gather remote hoses and install nylon tie through hose support hole located in right hand loader subframe. Secure hoses as shown. This will allow remote hoses to be supported by loader frame instead of loader st[...]

4. MAINTENANCE DAILY CHECKS Check all hardware daily before operation. Tighten hardware to torque values as specified in the Torque Chart, page 43 unless otherwise speci- fied. With the engine off and the bucket on the ground, inspect all hoses for cuts or wear. Check for signs of leaks and make sure all fittings are tight. CAUTION ESCAPING HYDRAUL[...]

CAUTION DO NOT STAND, WALK OR WORK UNDER A RAISED LOADER OR ATTACHMENT UNLESS IT IS SECURELY BLOCKED OR HELD IN POSITION. ACCIDENTAL MOVE- MENT OR A CONTROL LEVER/LEVERS OR LEAKS IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM COULD CAUSE THE LOADER TO DROP, OR ATTACHMENT TO DUMP, CAUSING SEVERE INJURY. QUICK DRAW LATCH ATTACH LUBRICATION Your quick draw latch attach hand[...]

FILLING THE BUCKET Approach and enter the pile with a level bucket. Loaders with 1-lever control, ease lever back and toward you to lift and rollback the bucket. Loaders with 2-lever controls, ease both levers back to lift and rollback the bucket. The lift and rollback of the bucket will increase effi- ciency because... ...a level bucket throughout[...]

CARRYING THE LOAD 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. Use extreme caution when operating the loader on a slope and keep the bucket as low as possible. This keeps the bucket and tractor center of gravity low and will provide maximum tr[...]

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 The float will also prevent the mixing of surface material with stockpile m[...]

PEELING AND SCRAPING BACKFILLING 6” 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. With the bucket level, start a cut at the notch approx- imately 2” deep. Hold the depth by feathering the bucket control to adjust the cutting l[...]

Leave dirt in the bucket because dumping on each pass wastes time. Operate at right angles to the ditch. Take as big a bite as the tractor can handle without lugging down. DITCH SOIL PILE Leave dirt which drifts over the side of the bucket for final clean-up. DITCH Pile dirt on the high side for easier backfilling on a slope. HANDLING LARGE HEAVY O[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Loader slow and/or will not dump. Hydraulic oil to heavy. Change to proper oil. 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 [...]

6. DISMOUNTING THE LO ADER CAUTION ALWAYS PARK LOADER WITH MATERIAL BUCKET OR AUTHORIZED BUSH HOG ATTACHMENT ATTACHED TO THE LOADER. BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR SEAT, LOWER ATTACHMENT OR LOADER BOOM TO GROUND, STOP ENGINE, LOCK BRAKES, RELIEVE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE AND REMOVE KEY. DO NOT STAND, WALK, OR WORK UNDER A RAISED LOADER OR ATTACHMENT UNLESS I[...]

Raise the loader boom and retract the bucket cylin- ders. Lower the loader boom until the parking stands make contact with the ground. Dump the bucket until the bucket touches the ground. Refer to Figure 4. NOTE: Driving the tractor forward slowly while positioning loader will allow parking stands to contact ground firmly. Using float position dur-[...]

Reinstall hinge assemblies, rear hinge pins, and snap pins to loader for storage. Disconnect the hoses at the quick couplers. Start the tractor. Slowly back the tractor away from the loader. Refer to Figure 8. Figure 8 IMPORTANT: To avoid hydraulic hose damage, be alert and make sure hoses do not catch on tractor and/or loader during mounting or di[...]

Extend the attachment cylinders to lower loader sub- frames onto center mounting bracket tubes. Refer to Figure 2. (1) Subframe being lowered to center mounting bracket. Using snap pins as handles, reinstall rear hinge pins and hinge assemblies. Remove snap pins from outer holes of rear hinge pins and reinstall into inner holes. Secure rear hinge p[...]

8. INST ALLA TION & OPERA TION OF QUICK DRA W LA TCH A TT A CH ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW OPERAT- ING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING QUICK DRAW LATCH ATTACH. WARNING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Do not extend bucket cylinders without quick draw latch attach installed on loader. Failure to follow these instructions will void loader warranty. [...]

IMPORTANT: The quick draw latch attach must only be used in combination with quick draw buckets or attachments. To verify that your bucket or attachment can be used with your quick draw latch attach, inspect inside of upper channel to see that weld-in center support has been incorporated within chan- nel section. Refer to Figure 3. If your bucket o[...]

9. INST ALLING BUCKET OR A TT A CHMENT T O QUICK DRA W LA TCH A TT A CH IMPORTANT: Refer to page 28 for instructions concerning Quick Draw Handle Disengaged and Engaged Positions. CAUTION BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR SEAT, LOWER ATTACHMENT OR LOADER BOOM TO GROUND, STOP ENGINE, LOCK BRAKES, RELIEVE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE, AND REMOVE KEY. DO NOT STAND, WA[...]

Check to see that quick draw handle has moved to the handle engaged position by rolling quick draw bucket or attachment back and then raising loader boom to hood height. NOTE: Quick draw handle must be located in the handle engaged position. Refer to Figure 4 below and to Figures 5 and 6 page 28. Check that quick draw bucket or attachment is secure[...]

10. REMO VING BUCKET OR A TT A CHMENT FR OM QUICK DRA W LA TCH A TT A CH IMPORTANT: Refer to page 28 For instructions concerning Quick Draw Handle Disengaged and Engaged Positions. CAUTION BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR SEAT, LOWER ATTACHMENT OR LOADER BOOM TO GROUND, STOP ENGINE, LOCK BRAKES, RELIEVE HYDRAULIC PRES- SURE, AND REMOVE KEY. DO NOT STAND,[...]

11. BUCKET A TT A CHMENT QUICK DRAW BUCKET IMPORTANT: Refer to pages 29 & 30 for instruc- tions concerning Installing Attachment to Quick Draw Latch Attach. IMPORTANT: Refer to page 31 for instructions concerning Removing Attachment from Quick Draw Latch Attach. Quick draw buckets are available as follows. 72 inch, 84 inch, and 96 inch wide for[...]

12. SUPER PENETRA T OR B ALE PR OBE A TT A CHMENT IMPORTANT: It is not recommended that loader be detached from tractor with bale probe attached. Loaders will park safely, however, bale probe could be damaged during parking. Always detach loader with bucket or other Factory approved attachment attached. CAUTION WHEN TRANSPORTING A ROUND BALE, TILT [...]

13. DOZER A TT A CHMENT CAUTION TO HELP PREVENT BODILY INJURY, ALWAYS PARK AND STORE DOZER ATTACHMENT WITH PARKING STANDS IN PARKED POSITION. IMPORTANT: Do not park loader with dozer attachment attached. Always detach loader with bucket or other factory approved attachment attached. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Refer to pages 29 & 30 fo[...]

15. P ALLET FORK A TT A CHMENT CAUTION FORK TINES MUST BE ADJUSTED OUT- WARD AND LOCKED BEHIND PARKING ANGLES BEFORE PARKING LOADER. NEVER OPERATE PALLET FORKS WITH- OUT GUARD ASSEMBLY INSTALLED. 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 OPERAT[...]

16. GRAPPLE A TT A CHMENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Refer to pages 29 & 30 for instruc- tions concerning Installing Attachment to Quick Draw Latch Attach. IMPORTANT: Refer to page 31 for instructions concerning Removing Attachment from Quick Draw Latch Attach. A four tine, two cylinder grapple is available to fit 3860 QT bucket width[...]

Install bar supports and attach using 1/2" x 3-1/2" bolts, flatwashers, and nuts. Refer to Figure 4. Install grapple swing arm assembly to pedestal using 1-5/16" x 6-5/8" pins. Install grapple cylinders to grapple pedestals using 1-1/8" x 6-1/2" pins. Install grapple cylinders to swing arm using 1-1/8" x 4-1/2&quo[...]

QUICK DRAW BUCKET ONLY: Loosely secure plastic hose clamp and bar support with 3/8" flat- washer and nylon lock nut to 3/8" stud located on back side of bucket. Locate center top of bucket and measure right 10 inches. Locate quick coupler mount on bucket at this point. Center punch and drill 7/16" diameter hole through top box sectio[...]

Ref. Qty. Description 1 2 Grapple Cylinder 2-1/2" 2 4 Fitting, 90° NPTF 1/2" x ORBM 3/4" 3 4 Clevis pin 5/16" x 2" Heat Treated for use on 1-1/8" pins 2 Clevis pin 3/8" x 2-1/4" for use on 1-5/16" pins. 4 6 Cotter Pin 1/8" x 1" 5 1 Hose 3/8" x 47.72" Top Left 6 1 Hose 3/8" x 27.[...]

NO TICE SUPPLEMENT AL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORD GENESIS SPECIAL Refer to Form BHF 1820 P ac king List and Installation Instructions includ- ed with y our BHF 82356 Mounting Kit for detailed Operation Instructions specific f or this Loader . 40[...]

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 infor[...]

CA UTION 1. USE ONL Y F A CT OR Y SUPPLIED CLEVIS AND MOUNTING HARD W ARE WHEN A TT A CHING T O CLEVIS MOUNTING POINT OF BUCKET . 2. MAXIMUM LO AD LIMIT ON F A CT OR Y CLEVIS AND CLEVIS MOUNTING POINT IS 6500 POUNDS. 3. NEVER T O W ANY POINT OF THE LO ADER WITH A CHAIN, ROPE, OR CABLE. 4. DO NO T APPL Y TRA CT OR PULL OR PUSH FORCE T O THIS CLEVIS [...]

T ORQUE SPECIFICA TIONS Proper toque for American fasteners used on Bush Hog equipment. Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds (Newton Meters).* BOLT DIAMETER WRENCH (IN.) “B” AND SAE SAE SAE SIZE (IN.) “A” THREAD SIZE GRADE 2 GRADE 5 GRADE 8 7/16 1/4 - 2O UNC 6 (7) 8 (11) 12 (16) 7/16 1/4 - 28 UNF 6 (8) 10 (13) 14 (18) 1/2 5/16 - 18 UNC 11 (15)[...]

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