Kinze 3700 Front Folding Planter Rev. 7/14 - Manual (Page 15)

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Model 3700 M0233-01
Rev. 10/11 2-5
Machine Operation
TraCTOr preparaTiOn and hOOKUp
1. Install planter control console (all) and digital vacuum gauge (EdgeVac only) control consoles on tractor in
convenient locations within operator reach and close to hydraulic controls. Mount control consoles securely and
route power cables to power source. A power lead adapter may be required. See Lubrication and Maintenance
section for wiring schematics.
nOTe: Control console operates on 12 volt dC only. if two 6 volt batteries are connected in series, make
sure power connection provides 12 volt dC across positive terminal on one battery and negative terminal of
second battery. aLwayS make power connection on battery grounded to tractor chassis.
2. Adjust tractor drawbar 13-17 inches above ground with hitch pin hole directly below PTO shaft center line. Make
sure drawbar is in a stationary position.
3. Back tractor to planter and connect with minimum
1¼" diameter hitch pin. Make sure hitch pin is
secured with a locking pin or cotter pin If tractor is
not equipped with a hitch pin locking device.
nOTe: dO nOT install safety chain using clevis
mounting hardware. Safety chain MUST be
installed separately.
4. Safety chain must be used to keep planter and
tractor connected in case of a hitch pin/drawbar
failure. Attach safety chain at an unused clevis
mounting hole on the planter hitch. Torque
hardware to 840 ft-lb (1138.8 N-m).
Tractor and safety chain hookup
warning
planter hitch may raise uncontrollably during folding/unfolding and
can cause death, serious injury, or damage property and equipment.
dO nOT fold or unfold planter without planter attached to a tractor.
dO nOT unhitch planter from tractor unless fully folded for transport
or fully unfolded with planting units lowered to ground.
digital vacuum gauge control console planter control console