Kinze 3500 Lift and Rotate Planter Rev. 7/14 - Manual (Page 15)

TM
Model 3500 M0240-01
6/11 2-3
Machine Operation
1. Lower machine to field position and block transport wheels.
2. Support outer hitch section with a minimum 5000 lb (2268 kg) rated jack stand to take weight off inner section.
NOTE: Remove and reinstall hitch mounted brackets as needed to access hitch adjustment holes.
3. Remove 1¼" x 9" hex head cap screw, lock washer, and hex nut from hitch. Loosen two ⅝" hex head cap screws
on front L.H. side of outer hitch section.
NOTICE
DO NOT set hitch length so turning is limited when machine is in
road transport position or equipment may be damaged.
4. Reposition inner hitch section so hole lines up with hole in outer hitch section at desired length. Install 1¼" x 9"
hex head cap screw, lock washer, and hex nut. Torque to 840 ft-lb (1138 N-m).
5. Torque two ⅝" hex head cap screws to 110 ft-lb (149 N-m).
HITCH LENGTH ADJUSTMENT
The hitch consists of a telescoping outer and inner section. Hitch length can be adjusted to three locations to
accommodate tractor tire options and attachments installed on planter.
15"
3¾"
18¾"
33¾"
Duals with Interplant package on front toolbar.
Duals with fertilizer option or Interplant package on front toolbar.
Singles with no options on front toolbar.
15"
Place minimum 5000 lb
(2268 kg) rated jack stand
under outer hitch section.
⅝ " hex head
cap screws
Line up holes and install
1¼” x 9” hex head cap
screw through inner and
outer hitch sections.
JACK STAND
Jack stand locations
Parking/lift
position.
Stowed
position.
NOTICE
Install jack stand in stowed position during transport and
field operation to prevent equipment damage.
An easily removeable jack stand is provided to aid in connecting and
disconnecting planter from tractor.
Slide notched end of jack stand over mount round bar at parking/lift or
stowed position.
Install pin through mount and jack stand. Secure with lynch pin.