5 - TRACTOR/PLOW CONNECTIONS
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Template Date: 1997_02_12
TRACTOR PREPARATION
Tractor Stability
Refer to Tractor Operators manual and check to see
that front and rear tractor weights are sufficient to
ensure stability for field operation and road transport.
Add tractor weights as necessary as recommended
in the tractor operators manual.
DO NOT
exceed
recommended weights.
Tractor Wheel Weight
It is recommended that the tractor rear wheels carry
added weight for increased traction. Adding weight
saves wear on the tires and also serves to stabilize
the tractor for plowing on rough or hillside fields. For
this purpose, liquid such as calcium chloride solution
can be placed in the rear tires or one or two weights
(available from your dealer) may be bolted on each
rear wheel. In loose soil, it may be necessary to use
both the liquid and the weights to prevent excessive
tire slippage.
NOTE:
See your Tractor Operator Manual for the
correct ballast for your tractor
.
IMPORTANT:
The mixing and filling of tires with a
calcium chloride solution can be dangerous. This
service should be performed by your dealer or local
tire distributor
.
Tractor Rear Wheel Settings
While plowing, the tractor will be driven with all
wheels “on the land”. After the first pass across the
field the tractor must be driven in relation to the
furrow wall so as to determine the width of cut made
by the plow front bottom. Note that the overall width
of the tractor, including dual rear wheels must be
kept to 133 inches (338 cm) or less for 4 and 5 furrow
plows and 144 inches (366 cm) or less for 6 furrow
plows.
R e f e r t o y o u r o p e r a t o r s m a n u a l a n d t o t h e
instructions pertaining to the use of dual wheels.
Tractor Tire Inflation
The use of the proper air pressure is the most
important factor in satisfactory performance and
maintenance of tractor or implement tires.
Check the air pressure every two or three weeks to
maintain the pressure within the recommended air
pressure range.
NOTE:
Refer to your tractor operators manual for
more detailed data.
Three-Point Hitch Adjustment
With Cam Sway Limiters
NOTE:
The below illustration is a typical tractor
hitch, refer to your Tractor Operators Manual for
hitch.
RP98G006
The upper link should be installed in the upper hole
of the tractors attaching bracket.
Use either or both turnbuckles to level the hitch with
t h e g r o u n d . S e e y o u r o p e r a t o r m a n u a l f o r
information.
Place the turnbuckle in their locked position. This
prevents the turnbuckles from turning out of
adjustment.
Be sure to set the swinging drawbar in its storage
position (refer to tractor manual). The swinging
drawbar may be removed from the tractor, if
preferred.
Be certain that the lower links are set in the sway
position before operation.
NOTE:
For tractors equipped with 3 point hitch and 4
position control valve. When lowering the plow for
field operation, be sure to move the control lever to
the full down (float) position to prevent possible down
pressure and damage to the plow.
1. UPPER LINK
3. ADJUSTMENT BLOCK
2. SWAY LIMITER
4. LOWER LINK
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