BEFORE OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT, IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE PROPER ASSEMBLY OR OPERATION, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED BUSH HOG DEALER OR REPRESENTATIVE. 5-1 BASE UNIT ASSEMBLY A. Attach the adjustable floating lower lift links to the deck assembly at the desired position using clevis pins and presto pins. (Figure 5-1) B. Install lift pins onto lower links, securing with 7/8” lockwashers and hex nuts. C. Attach mast halves to deck assembly using 5/8 x 1-3/4” bolts and flanged locknuts. D.