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TRACTOR PREPAR ATION
Be sure tires and rims are in good condition. Inflate tires
to the proper recommended air pressure.
Check the tractor’s hydraulic system. Refer to your
tractor operator’s manual or dealer for any adjustments
necessary to put the hydraulic system in good working
order. (I&Tshop manuals will list most specifications and
adjustment instructions – available from most farm
equipment dealers.)
Check the shield over the PTO stub shaft. Make sure it
is in good condition and bolted securely to the tractor.
Purchase a new shield if old shield is damaged or
missing. (You may have to use a tractor salvage yard for
replacement parts on older tractors.)
It is recommended that a ROPS (Roll-Over Protection
Structure) be installed on all tractors. Contact your local
dealer for ROPS for your tractor.
Check the threaded holes that go into the rear tractor
housing and make sure the threads are in good condition
and that the holes are clean.
NOTE: These holes on the sides of the differential hous-
ing may have painted cork plugs in them. It is necessary
to remove the cork and clean the holes.
The HK-102 kit is designed to lift up to 800 pounds.
This capacity of lift is calculated at a point 24” to the rear
of the lift arms. The lifting capacity is dependent on the
pressure and condition of the tractor’s hydraulic system.
You will also find that the closer the load is kept to the
tractor, the more you will be able to lift. The tractor and
the hitch may be damaged if you use heavier loads.
PACKING
The three point hitch kit is shipped as 1 carton and 2
bundles.
1. The carton contains all of the hardware.
2. One bundle is the main frame.
3. One bundle is the lift control arms.
ASSEMBLY
For instruction reference, the terms front or rear are
based on the operator facing forward on the tractor, thus
front is toward the front of the tractor and the rear is to
the rear of the tractor.
It is suggested that all the instructions be read before
beginning assembly.
Check the exploded view of the HK-102 hitch kit in this
manual to get an idea of the relationship between the
parts.
Place the main hitch frame in position on the upper rear
part of the differential housing. Insert the 3/4” x 2” hex
head bolts with lockwasher through the upper holes (two
each side) in the hitch frame and into the housing on the
tractor. Leave all bolts loose at this time.
Remove the swinging drawbar bracket bolts on each
side to install the right and left hand pull brackets over
the outside of the existing drawbar brackets. (Do one
side at a time.)
Place the 5/8” x 2” hex bolt with lockwasher through the
rear oval hole in the pull bracket, the lower hole of the
main frame, and into the housing of the tractor. Leave the
bolt loose for now.
Swing the pull bracket up into position and using a 5/8” –
11 x 21/4” hex bolt with lockwasher, place it through the
front oval hole of the pull bracket, the drawbar mounting
bracket, and into the tractor housing. Repeat this
procedure for the opposite side, then tighten all the bolts.
The Model HK-102 hitch adapter kit is designed for the
IHC/Farmall Model C, Super C, 200 and 230 tractors.
This kit is for tractors equipped with a standard swinging
drawbar. NOTfor tractors with the IHC fast hitch (2 pt.).
This kit uses the existing hydraulic lift on the tractor to
raise and lower the 3 pt. hitch.
INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
When using a 3 pt. hitch rear blade in a reverse
position (bulldozing), use extra care. DO NOT RAM
BLADE into dirt or packed snow piles! Tractor lift
arms and the blade are not built to take high impact
loads in this position. RAMMING backwards can also
dislodge operator from seat and/or tractor controls,
resulting in possible serious injury or death.
Always ease the tractor into the load. It may be
necessary to reposition and take less “bite” on the
material to move it safely.
Watch for and avoid hidden obstructions, i.e.,
buried pipes, rocks, concrete piers, uneven con-
crete slabs, stumps, etc., when operating. This is
especially of concern when removing snow.
CAUTION!
MAINTENANCE
Inspect the hitch kit for loose, damaged or worn parts
and adjust or replace if needed.
Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to pre-
vent rust.
Check all bolts and nuts to be sure they are tight.
Periodically oil the following:
a. Top link (upper 3rd link) threads
b. Ball sockets
c. Leveling assembly threads
d. Stabilizer bar threads
STORING SAFELY
• Never store equipment with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow engine to cool before storing in an
enclosure.
• Do not run engine indoors - exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison.
• Sand areas where paint is chipped or worn and
repaint to prevent rust. Lubricate all pivot locations on
hitch kit to prevent moisture damage during storage.
OBEY ALLSAFETY WARNINGS!Be sure your tractor is in good condition and
properly equipped with counterweights. Read all the
safety precautions and make sure all tractor
operations are familiar with the safety rules of tractor
operation.
W ARNING!
Be sure your tractor is in good condition and
properly equipped with counterweights. Read all the
safety precautions and make sure all tractor
operators are familiar with the safety rules of tractor
operation.
CAUTION!
If an air hose is used to blow any loose rust or dirt
from the holes, be sure safety glasses are used to
prevent particles from entering an eye.
CAUTION!
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