Kinze 3500 Lift and Rotate Planter Rev. 7/14 - Manual (Page 20)

M0240-01 Model 3500
2-8 6/11
TM
Machine Operation
5. Connect ASABE Standards 7 terminal connector for safety/warning lights on planter to ASABE Standards
receptacle on tractor. If your tractor is not equipped with an ASABE Standards receptacle, check with your tractor
manufacturer for availability. Check warning lights on planter work in conjunction with warning lights on tractor.
NOTE: A 12 volt battery connection is required to power the vacuum fan digital gauge. Connect
“red” wire to positive (+) battery terminal and “black” wire to negative (-) battery terminal.
6. Raise jack stand and remount horizontally on storage bracket.
TRACTOR PREPARATION AND HOOKUP (CONTINUED)
Lateral adjustment is maintained by tire pressure. Check tires are inflated to specification.
Front and rear level adjustment is maintained by hitch clevis position unless tractor drawbar is adjustable for height.
Planter frame and row unit parallel arms must be level for proper planter and row unit operation. Bottom of toolbar
should be 20" to 22" from planting surface.
1. Lower planter to planting position and check planter is level front to rear. Go to step 2 if hitch is too high or low.
NOTE: DO NOT install safety chain using clevis hardware. Move safety chain location if necessary.
2. Remove clevis hitch hex head cap screw and lock nut using a torque wrench. Replace if off-torque is below 75 ft-lb
(101.6 N-m) or there is corrosion or damage.
NOTE: Clevis must be free to move on hitch. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN hardware.
3. Align clevis to hitch holes at new location and install hex head cap screw and lock nut. Tighten lock nut until
threads are fully engaged and hex head cap screw and lock nut are firmly against hitch bracket.
4. Recheck with planter in field.
LEVEL PLANTER
bottom of toolbars 20" - 22" from planting surface