Farm Star HK-315 User Manual

CAUTION

OWNER’S

Farm Star

to improve its products where it
is possible and practical to do

the
right to make changes or
improvements in design and
construction at any time without
incurring the obligation to make
these changes on previously

3 PT. HITCH ADAPTER KIT

1. Select an area for assembly that is clean and free

of any debris, which might cause persons

Do not lift heavy parts or assemblies. Use crane,
jack, tackle, fork trucks or other mechanical

Preview the assembly instructions in your
If the assembly instructions call for parts or

assemblies to be blocked up, use only blocking
material that is in good condition and is capable
of handling the weight of the assembly to be
blocked. Also insure that the blocking material is

Never put hands, or any other part of body under
blocked up assemblies if at all possible.

6. After completing assembly, thoroughly inspect

the machine to be sure that all nuts, bolts,
hydraulic fittings or any other fastened

Before operating the machine, thoroughly read
the operation section of your operator’s

Before operation, read the maintenance section
of your operator’s manual to be sure that any

as gearboxes

Before operating equipment. If you have
any questions regarding the proper
assembly or operation, contact your Farm

FARM STAR

MANUAL

Packing
Assembly & Mounting
Operating Instructions

MODEL NO.

HK-315

CAUTION

For Operation

Read Rules And

Instructions Carefully

STATEMENT

OF POLICY

It is the policy of

so. Farm Star reserves

Maintenance
Repair Parts

manufactured units.

THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY UNDERSTOOD

BEFORE ATTE MPTING TO BEGIN ASSEMBLING THIS MACHINE.

working on the assembly to trip.

2.

devices.

3.
operator’s manual before proceeding further.

4.

5.

on a clean, dry surface.

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HK-315

For A.C. Models

D-17 Series I, II, III Tractors

assemblies have been thoroughly tightened.

7.

manual.

8.

parts requiring lubrication such
are full to avoid any possible damage.

9.

Star dealer or representative.

To the Owner/Operator/Dealer

All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-

minded operator who

facturer has designed this implement to be used

Instructions

The Model HK-315 hitch adapter kit is designed for

17 tractors, Series I, II, and

This kit uses the existing hydraulic lift on the tractor

The adapter kit is shipped in knocked down condition

so as to command the lowest freight rates. Shipment

Before installing the adapter kit, it is necessary to

Check the threaded holes that go into the tractor
housing and make sure the threads are in good condition

Be sure tires and rims are in good condition. Inflate

Check the tractor’s hydraulic system. Refer to your

rator’s manual or dealer for any adjustments
necessary to put the hydraulic system in good working
order. (I&T shop manuals will list most specifications

available from most farm

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

Over Protection

Structure) be installed on all tractors. Contact your local

In order to mount this kit, it will first be necessary to

ets

1/2” hex head bolts,
attach the main frame of the kit to the tractor using the
same holes as the tractor drawbar assembly. Tighten

l ift arm-leveling assemblies into the snap couplers, and

hand ends
of the hitch main frame, start the ends of the pull pins
(Ref. #4) through the outer pull bracket ears. Position

hole goes to the

As soon as the end of the pull pin passes through the
first outer pull bracket ear, slide the pull pin spacer (ref
#5) on the pin so that it is located between the first and

t ears. Slide the pull pin in further

until the end is just entering the second pull bracket

Then place the forward end of the lift arm between
the large side plate on the main hitch frame and the

her so that

it goes through the ball end of the lift arm and enters

Rotate the pull pin so that the holes in the pin are
horizontal. Slide the spacer tube and adjust the pull pin

can be inserted

through the center hole of the pull pin. This locks the
Raise the lift arms, sliding them between the clevis

ends of the lift arm leveling assemblies, and pin them

stub pins (Ref #15) in the
forward holes of each lift arm. Have the large (7/8”)
diameter of the stub pin to the outside of the lift arm

Do not use a lock

. Place a screwdriver or small

the linchpin hole and tighten the nut on the

Place one end of the stabilizer bars (Ref #28) over
the ends of the pull pins on the outer ends of the frame

The stabilizer bars have threaded ends and can be

sted to the correct length by turning the center
barrel. Adjust the stabilizer bars, then slide the other
end over the stabilizer stub pins in the lift arms. Secure

When connection the hitch to an implement, it

cessary to remove the lift arm end of the
stabilizer bar from the lift arm. This allows the lift arm
to swing out and be installed on the pull pin of the

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recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manu
with all its safety equipment properly attached, to minimize the chance of accidents.

BEFORE YOU START!! Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual. Observe the rules of safety

the Allis Chalmers Model D­III.

to raise and lower the 3-pt. Hitch.

PACKING

consists of 1 cartons and 1 frame assembly.

TRACTOR PREPARATION

remove the existing swinging drawbar assembly.

and that the holes are clean.

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.

tires to the proper recommended air pressure.

tractor ope

and adjustment instructions –
equipment dealers.)
Check the shield over

replacement parts on older tractors.)
It is recommended that a ROPS (Roll-

dealer for a ROPS for your tractor.

ASSEMBLY

remove the swinging drawbar and mounting brack
from your tractor. Using the ¾” x 2-

these bolts securely.
Open the snap couplers on your tractor, and place the

and common sense!

then snap them back down.
On both the outer left-hand and the right-

the pull pin so that the end with NO
inside.

second pull bracke

ear.

second pull bracket. Slide the pull pin in furt

the hole in the large side plate.

so that a large (5/16”) hairpin clip
pull pin in place on each side.

in place.
Install the stabilizer

and the threaded nut to the inside.

washer under the nut

bar through
stub pin.

and secure with linchpins.
adju

in place with linchpins.

NOTE:

will be ne

implement.
After the lift arms are connected to the implement,