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4-7 TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting procedures are listed in Table 4-1
below. If the problem cannot be solved or replace-
ment parts are necessary, contact your authorized
Bush Hog dealer. Please have ready your machine
name, model number, serial number, purchase date,
and exact cause or description of problem.
Table 4-1 Troubleshooting
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
Uneven Till Tiller not level right to left Adjust skids for same depth
Adjust tractor lower lift arms
Noisy Loose components Check all bolts for tightness. Refer to Torque Specs
Low oil in gearbox Check for proper oil level. Refer to Lubrication Section
Knocking or Tiller is tilted towards the rear Adjust 3-point hitch top link to level tiller
Chattering
Bogging Tractor engine speed too slow Increase engine speed to 540 PTO rpm
Ground speed too fast Use lower tractor gear
Vines wrapped around rotor Remove vines
Loose Chain Chain worn beyond self-adjusting Have dealer service chain
capacity
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