Operators Manual v.F-640-0513 05/2013 Owner manual

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

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Figure 4-5: Top Link Adjustment

Leveling the Hitch

1. When unfolding the Seeder Hitch the hitch is lowered

to its lowest point to allow the wing fold locks to

unhook and clear. Before starting to plant, the hitch

should be leveled to insure that the center and wing

seeders have the same attitude relative to the field.

The seeder three point hitch top links should be

adjusted to allow the seeders to operate in a

horizontal configuration (See Figure 4-5.) The three

point top links should be equal to each other.

2. Make sure the hitch clevis is adjusted for the proper

tractor drawbar height (See Figure 4-4.)

3. Use the reference hole at the front of the hitch as a

guide to level the hitch for planting operations (See

Figure 4-6.) The wear pad (inside the hitch tube) will

be visible from the tractor seat as it slides by the

reference hole. When the pad shows completely in

the reference hole the hitch should be level. Do not

insert any objects in the reference hole as the wear

pad slides over these holes and could damage the

hitch.

Figure 4-6: Leveling the Hitch