HK-91
3 PT. HITCH ADAPTER KIT
For I.H.C. Models
HK-90 – Standard Cub Tractor
HK-91 – Cub Lo-Boy
(Not for 154, 184, 185 Models)
(Not for Cub Cadet Lawn Tractor)
Safety Instructions Assembly & Mounting
Tractor Preparation Maintenance
Operating Instructions Repair Parts
CAUTION
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY UNDERSTOOD
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO BEGIN ASSEMBLING THIS MACHINE
1. Select an area for assembly that is clean and free of any
debris which might cause persons working on the
assembly to trip.
2. Do not lift heavy parts or assemblies. Use crane, jack,
tackle, fork trucks or other mechanical devices.
3. Preview the assembly instructions in your operator’s
manual before proceeding further.
4. 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 on a clean, dry surface.
5. Never put hands, or any 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 assemblies have been thoroughly
tightened.
7. Before operating the machine, thoroughly read the
operation section of your operator’s manual.
8. Before operating, read the maintenance section of your
operator’s manual to be sure that any parts requiring
lubrication, such as gearboxes, are full, to avoid any
possible damage.
9. Before operating equipment – If you have any
questions regarding the proper assembly or
operation, contact your dealer or representative.
OWNER’S/
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.’s
HK-90
HK-91
CAUTION
For Safe Operation
Read Rules And
Instructions Carefully
SINO LEEINGLES, PIDAAYUDA
A AIGUIEN QUE SI LO LEA
PARA QUE LE TRADUZCA LAS
MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD.
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T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer
All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this
implement to be used 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 and common sense!
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES IMPORTANT
SAFETY WARNING MESSAGES. CAREFULLYREAD EACH
WARNING MESSAGE THAT FOLLOWS. FAILURE TO
UNDERSTAND AND OBEY A SAFETY WARNING, OR
RECOGNIZE A SAFETY HAZARD, COULD RESULT IN AN
INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS AROUND YOU.
THE OPERATOR IS ULTIMATELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE
SAFETY OF HIMSELF, AS WELL AS OTHERS, IN THE
OPERATING AREA OF THE TRACTOR AND EQUIPMENT.
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING
and CAUTION with the safety messages. The
appropriate signal word for each has been selected
using the following guidelines:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme
situations typically for machine components which, for
functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury, and includes hazards that are
exposed when guards are removed. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
THIS SYMBOL MEANS
– A TTENTION!
– BECOME ALERT!
– YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION!
Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to careless injuries. Read this manual, and the manual for your tractor,
before assembly or operating, to acquaint yourself with the machine. It is the equipment owner’s responsibility, if this
equipment is used by any person other than yourself, is loaned or rented, to make certain that the operator, prior to
operating:
1. Reads and understands the operator’s manuals.
2. Is instructed in safe and proper use.
The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards which cannot be protected against by mechanical
means or product design. All operators of this equipment must read and understand this entire manual, paying
particular attention to safety and operating instructions, prior to using. If there is something in this manual you
do not understand, ask your supervisor, or your dealer, to explain it to you.
Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness. Keep all helpers and bystanders twenty-five feet (25’)
from operating equipment. Only properly trained people should operate this tractor and attached implement. It
is recommended the tractor be equipped with a Roll-Over Protection System (ROPS) and a seat belt that is used.
Always stop the tractor, set brake, shut of f the tractor engine, remove the tractor key, and lower implement to the
ground before dismounting tractor. Never leave equipment unattended with the tractor running.
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All equipment is potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who
recognizes potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
When the use of hand tools is required to perform any part of assembly, installation, adjustment, maintaining,
repairing, removal, or moving the implement, be sure the tools used are designed and recommended by the
tool manufacturer for that specific task.
Personal protection equipment including safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are recommended during
assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving of the hitch kit.
Always use two people to handle heavy, unwieldy components during assembly, installation, removal, or
moving of the hitch kit.
Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if movement should occur during assembly,
installation, operation, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving the implement.
Never place yourself between the tractor and implement while implement is in operation.
Do not work under a raised implement unless it is securely blocked or held in position. Do not depend on the
tractor hydraulic system to hold the implement in place.
A heavy load can cause instability of the tractor. Use extreme care during travel. Slow down on turns and
watch out for bumps. The tractor may need front counter-weights to counter-balance the weight of the
implement. An unstable tractor could steer badly and possibly tip over, causing injury or death.
Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination while operating equipment.
Consult your doctor about operating tractor and implement while taking prescription medications.
Do not allow others to ride on the tractor with an operator. Riders are subject to injury such as being struck by
foreign objects or being thrown off. Riders obstruct the operator’s view resulting in unsafe operation. Never
allow anyone to ride on the implement!
Before you operate any implement, check over all pins, bolts and connections to be sure all are securely in
place. Replace any damaged or worn parts immediately.
Do not allow anyone who is not familiar with the safety rules and operation instructions to use this equipment.
Never allow children to operate or be around equipment.
Do not exceed lift capacity of the tractor hitch.
Keep alert and watch the front as well as the rear when working with the attached implements.
SAFETY INFORMATION (continued)HK-90 AND HK-91
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When maneuvering close to buildings or passing through narrow areas, be sure to allow sufficient clearance
for the implement.
Do not operate close to ditches or creeks. Slow down when operating over rough ground.
Always be sure the implement is in the fully raised position when in transport.
Pull from drawbar or lower 3 pt. arms only. Failure to hitch properly could cause tractor to flip over, resulting in
serious injury or death.
Use extreme caution when backfilling deep holes or trenches.
Use care when working on slopes.
Avoid excessive speed during operation.
Make adjustments only when the implement is attached to the tractor.
When using a rear blade in a reverse position, use extra care. Do not ram rear blade into piles of dirt. Tractor
lift arms and the rear 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 concrete slabs,
stumps, etc., when operating rear blades, box scrapers, or other ground engaging implements.
NEVER operate any PTO driven implement unless tractor PTO guard is in place and PTO driveline shielding
is in place.
Always shut off tractor and shift to “Park” or set brakes when leaving tractor. Always lower implement to
ground. Remove key when leaving tractor unattended.
Before operating equipment: if you have any questions regarding the proper assembly or operation, contact
your dealer or representative.
Safety is a primary concern in the design and
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our
efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out
by a single careless act of an operator.
In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are
dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence
and proper training of personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
It has been said, “The best safety device is an
informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that
kind of an operator.
ALWAYS OBEY ALL
SAFETY RULES!
ALWAYS BE CAREFUL!
SAFETY INFORMATION (continued)
TRACTOR PREPA RATION
If you tractor is equipped with a belly mower, it will be
necessary to remove it, the drawbar, and V-belt pulley
that is attached to the PTO, in order to install this kit.
NOTE: It is recommended that the belly mower and Vbelt pulley on the PTO shaft be removed for easier hitch
installation. However, once the hitch is installed, the hitch
can be left on the tractor with most belly mowers. It is
necessary to remove the cross stabilizer bar when using
a belly type mower.
Check the threaded holes that go into the tractor wheel
housing and make sure the threads are in good condition
and that the holes are clean.
INTRODUCTION
The Model HK-90 hitch adapter kit is designed for the
Farmall and International (I.H.C.) standard model Cub
tractor (built between 1947 and 1979). The tractor must
have a hydraulic system
The Model HK-91 hitch adapter kit is designed for the
I.H.C. model Cub Lo-Boy built between 1955 and 1968.
This kit is NOT for the International Cub 154 Lo-Boy, the
International Model 184, or the International Cub Model
185 Lo-Boy.
Both of these hitch adapter kits use the existing
hydraulic lift on the tractor to raise and lower the 3 pt.
hitch.
These hitch kits are designed to allow the tractor to
handle implements or loads that do not exceed 350 lbs.
at a point 24 inches to the rear of the lift arms. The tractor and the hitch may be damaged if you handle heavier
loads.
NOTE: The Cub and Cub Lo-Boy are lightweight tractors
and the front end of the tractor will be lighter when a load
is picked up with a 3 pt. hitch.
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 hitch kits in this manual
to get an idea of the relationship between the parts.
INSTRUCTIONS
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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Check the tractor over to make sure it is in good working condition. Check all bolts and make sure they are
tight.
Check hydraulic system for operation and oil level.
Be sure tires and rims are in good condition. Inflate
tires to the proper recommended air pressure.
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.
PACKING
The adapter kit is shipped in knocked down conditions
so as to command the lowest freight rates. Shipment
consists of 2 cartons.
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!
Before installing the adapter kit on the tractor,
locate the tractor on a level surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the tractor and remove the key.
CAUTION!
ALWAYS OBEY ALL SAFETY RULES!
ALWAYS BE CAREFUL!
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ASSEMBLY (continued)
HK-90 Assembly: Look at the exploded HK-90 view in
this manual and become familiar with the names of the
parts and the relationship of the parts to each other.
Directly above the PTO shaft on top of the axle housing there is a small bracket with electrical connections
attached. There is a 3 bolt hole pattern drilled and
threaded into this part of the axle housing. Remove the
bolts from this bracket.
Slide the left side of the rocker shaft assembly beneath
this bracket and start two (2) 1/2” x 11/2” bolts through both
the electrical bracket and the forward plate on the left
side of the rocker shaft assembly and into the threaded
holes in the tractor. Next, start the front bolt in the three
(3) hole pattern. DO NOT TIGHTEN THESE BOLTS AT
THIS TIME.
NOTE: It will be necessary to lift the rocker shaft assem-
bly over the rear tractor light and place it in front of the
light housing.
NOTE: The rear light will be in a more convenient location and away from the top link bracket if it is taken off the
tractor battery box bracket, turned upside down and rebolted to the battery box bracket.
On the right-hand side of the rocker shaft assembly
there is a plate extending down with two (2) holes. Bolt
the right side rocker assembly brace to this plate with two
(2) 5/8” x 11/2” bolts. Leave all bolts loose.
On the front and rear of the rear wheel housings there
are threaded bolt patterns (3-bolt). The lower end of the
right rocker assembly brace bolts to the lower rear hole
of the rear bolt pattern on the right wheel housing. Use
the 5/8” x 2” bolt, flat and lock washer provided.
Now go back and tighten the last six (6) bolts you have
installed.
The lift brackets (Ref. #2 & 3) mount to the bolt patterns
on the front of the wheel housing, using all three holes.
Start all of the bolts first, then tighten them securely.
Go to the instruction section that is common for both
the HK-90 and HK-91 hitch kits.
HK-91 Assembly: Look at the exploded HK-91 view in
this manual and become familiar with the part names and
their relationship to each other.
Remove the seat and seat support frame from your
Cub Lo-Boy tractor. This requires the removal of the
three (3) 1/2” bolts on the left side that go into the top of
the axle housing and the two (2) 5/8” bolts on the right side
that also go into the axle housing.
Install the right side rocker assembly support angle. It
uses the same two (2) 5/8” bolts that held the right side of
the seat support. The support angle goes between the
seat support and the axle housing. Leave the bolts loose
at this time.
Place the rocker shaft assembly into position. The left
side has a steel plate protruding forward that has the
same three (3) hole bolt pattern as the seat support
bracket. The steel plate on the rocker shaft assembly
goes between the seat support and the axle housing.
Start the three (3) 1/2” bolts into the holes, but leave loose
for now.
Insert the two (2)
5
/8” x 11/2” bolts that connect the right
end of the rocker shaft assembly to the right side support
angle. When these bolts are in place, go back and tighten the seven (7) bolts that hold the rocker shaft assembly in place.
NOTE: The rear light will be in a more convenient
location and away from the top link bracket if it is taken
off the tractor battery box bracket, turned upside down,
and re-bolted to the battery box bracket.
On the lower inside front of the rear wheel housings
there are threaded 3 bolt hole patterns. The left and right
lift arm pull brackets mount to the wheel housing with the
5
/8” x 11/4” bolts and washers provided. Tighten these bolts
securely.
Assembly Instructions for both the HK-9O and HK-
91 hitch adapter kits: Attach the lift control arm (Ref.
#4) to the lift mechanism on your tractor, capturing it with
the 3/4” flat washer and cotter pin (Ref. #24). Attach the
other end of the lift control arm to the upright pivot arm
on the left end of the rocker shaft assembly.
NOTE: This is a pivot point! A flat washer should go
between the two parts and under the bolt head. This bolt
should not be tightened completely. A lock nut is provided for this reason. The nut should be to the inside.
NOTE: The slot provides a floating action for the hitch.
Make sure the bolt can slide back and forth in the control
arm slot.
Attach the lift arm leveling assemblies (Ref. #6) to the
rocker shaft lift bars with the pin and linchpin provided.
Slide the lift arms (Ref. #5) over the pins on the pull
brackets, and swing them up between the lower devises
on the leveling assemblies and bolt them in place. Use
rear lift arm hole only.
Place one end of the top link between the top link ears
(center of the rocker shaft) and insert the forged pin and
secure with a 7/16” Iinchpin.
Stabilizer Arm: To limit side movement of the implement, install the stabilizer bar included in the kit. Loosen
the two (2) 7/16” carriage bolts and place one end of the
bar over the left-hand
7
/8” pin on the pull bracket. (Same
pin that the left-hand lift arm is on.)
INSTRUCTIONS (continued) INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
SAFETY TRAINING
• Know your controls and how to stop tractor, engine,
and PTO quickly in an emergency. READ THIS
MANUAL AND THE ONE PROVIDED WITH YOUR
TRACTOR.
• To avoid accident or injury, do not allow anyone to
operate this equipment without proper instructions.
Any person who operates this equipment must be
instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of
the tractor, implement and all controls.
• Do not allow children to operate this machine.
• Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to
avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear sturdy,
rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for
eyes, hands, and hearing. Never operate tractor in
bare feet, sandals, or sneakers.
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Ensure implement is properly mounted, adjusted and
in good operating condition.
• Ensure that all safety shielding and safety signs are
properly installed and in good condition.
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ASSEMBLY (continued)
Place the other end up inside the right-hand lower leveling assembly clevis (see Figure A) and re-install the
clevis bolt connecting it to the lift arm.
NOTE: Hole in the end of the stabilizer bar is over-size
for lift arm movement.
After connecting both lift arms and the top link to the
implement, raise the implement just off the ground and
center the implement in relation to the tractor. Lower the
implement back on the ground and tighten the two (2) 7/16”
carriage bolts on the stabilizer bar.
W ARNING!
MAKE SURE THAT ALL OPERATING AND SERVICE
PERSONNEL KNOW THAT IN THE EVENT
HYDRAULIC FLUID PENETRATES THE SKIN, IT
MUST BE SURGICALLY REMOVED WITHIN A FEW
HOURS BY A DOCTOR FAMILIAR WITH THIS FORM
OF INJURY, OR GANGRENE MAY RESULT.
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 concrete slabs, stumps, etc., when operating. This is
especially of concern when removing snow.
CAUTION!
A heavy load can cause instability in driving a tractor. Make sure the front of the tractor is properly
counter-balanced with weights. Always drive slowly
– especially around turns. An unstable tractor could
steer badly and possibly tip over, causing injury or
death.
W ARNING!
Figure 1. Tractor Stability
W ARNING!
When using a 3 pt. hitch, a minimum 20% of tractor
and equipment weight must be on tractor front
wheels. Without this weight, tractor could tip up,
causing possible loss of control and possible personal injury or death. The weight may be attained
with a front end loader, front wheel weights, ballast
in tires or front tractor weights. When attaining a
minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight on
the front wheels, you must not exceed the ROPS
weight certification. Weigh the tractor and equipment. DO NOT GUESS OR ESTIMATE!
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INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
Read manual before operating.
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
prevent 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
REPLACE SAFETY SIGNS
IF DAMAGED OR MISSING!
When completing a maintenance or service function,
make sure all safety shields and devices are installed
before placing unit in service.
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.
W ARNING!
▲ Keep clear of rotating parts; stay on tractor seat
until all motion has stopped.
▲ Be sure tractor engine is off and key is removed
before making any adjustments.
▲ Do not get under machine to make measurements
or adjustments without securely blocking implement first.
ALWAYS OBEY ALL SAFETY RULES! ALWAYS BE CAREFUL!
OPERATION
Make sure all operators have read all the safety
warnings and precautions in this manual and those in the
tractor operator’s manual.
Be sure tractor is properly counterbalanced with
weights before attempting to lift any load.
Position the implement behind the tractor, slide the lift
arm ball ends on the implement pull pins and lock in
place with 7/16” linch pins.
Attach the toplink to the implement toplink bracket using
a 3/4” toplink pin and linch pin (not provided).
Use the screw adjustment to level the R.H. lift arm with
L.H. arm or to provide the proper “pitch” for mounted
plows. The adjustable screw type leveling assemblies
will provide adjustment in the lifting height of the hitch.
NOTE: BE SURE THAT AT LEAST 11/4” OF THREAD
ON EACH END IN ENGAGED INTO THE THREADED
BARREL OF THE LEVELING ASSEMBLIES.
Adjust the top link assembly to level the implement fore
and aft. The adjustable screw type top link can also be
shortened or lengthened to adapt different implements
and can be used to obtain various degrees of pitch on the
implements you are using.
This kit is designed to lift up to 350 lbs., but, of course,
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.
NOTE: Use of Stabilizer Bars
Some implements such as post hole diggers, rear
blades, landscape rakes, and rear 3 pt. scoops, you will
need to install the stabilizer bars to eliminate side
movement of the hitch to control the implement.
With other implements, such as 3 pt. plows, disc
harrows, field cultivators, and harrows, it is best to
remove the stabilizer bars and allow the hitch side
movement. This makes it easier to steer the tractor and
minimize side pressure on the hitch and the implement
when turning.
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U Keep children away from danger all day, every day.
U Equip tractors with roll-over protection (ROPS) and keep all machinery
guards in place.
U Please work, drive, play, and live each day with care and concern for your
safety and that of your family and fellow citizens.
ALWAYS OBEY ALL SAFETY RULES!!
ALWAYS BE CAREFUL!!
REPLACE SAFETY SIGNS
IF DAMAGED OR MISSING!
SAFETY SIGNS
WARNING
Pull from drawbar
or 3-Pt. lower lift
arms only. Failure
to hitch properly
could cause tractor
flip-over, resulting
in serious injury or
death.
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EXPLODED PA RTS VIEW
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Repair Parts For
HK-90 AND HK-91
3 PT. HITCH ADAPTER KITS
FS-HK018-OG
FARM STAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Farm Star warrants its implements, parts and accessories to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of six (6) months from date of purchase.
Upon written approval, Farm Star will repair or exchange without charge any part,
which
upon examination by Farm Star or its authorized agent, shall disclose to be
defective.
This does not apply to (1) parts that have worn out in normal use, (2) parts broken
because of improper assembly or operation by the customer, (3) parts accidentally
damaged, (4) failure of parts traceable to improper care, (5) parts failing through use
of implement for purposes other than those for which it was designed.
The obligations assumed by Farm Star and the limitations expressed herein are in
lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied.
FARM STAR
P.O. BOX 100 LITCHFIELD, IL 62056-0100 (217) 324-5973
WEB: http:// www.farmstar.com E-MAIL: sales@farmstar.com
3 PT. HITCH ADAPTER KIT
HK-90 – Standard Cub Tractor
HK-91 – Cub Lo-Boy (Not for 154, 184, 185 Models)
OWNER’S/
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.’s
HK-90
HK-91
WHEN ORDERING
REPAIR PARTS,
ALWAYS GIVE
THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION:
1. PART NUMBER
2. PART DESCRIPTION
3. MODEL NUMBER
4. NAME OF ITEM
APRIL 2001
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
MOST ACCIDENTS OCCUR BECAUSE OF NEGLECT OR CARELESSNESS.
AVOID NEEDLESS ACCIDENTS BY FOLLOWING ALL OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED BELOW.
• Machinery should be operated only by those who are
responsible and are authorized to do so.
• Stop the engine, lower all equipment, lock the brakes,
and remove the ignition key before dismounting from the
tractor.
• Never stand between tractor and implement while tractor
is being backed to hitch.
• Loose fitting clothing should not be worn, to avoid catch-
ing on various parts.
• Detach implement in area where children normally do not
play.
• When performing adjustments or maintenance on an
implement, first lower it to the ground or block it securely
at a workable height.
• Only a qualified operator should be permitted on tractor
when in operation; no riders allowed.
• Make certain everyone is in the clear before starting
tractor or raising or lowering equipment.
• Operate the tractor and implement only while seated in
the driver’s seat.
• Reduce speed when transporting mounted implements to
avoid bouncing and momentary loss of steering control.
• A heavy load can cause instability of the tractor. Use
extreme care during road travel. Slow down on turns and
watch out for bumps. Tractor may need front counterweights to counter-balance the weight of the implement.
• Reduce speed on hillsides or curves so there is no
danger of tipping.
• Avoid driving too close to the edge of ditches or creeks.
• Do not transport implement on public roads without
reflectors and slow moving vehicle emblem in daylight
and with approved warning lights at night and other
periods of poor visibility.
• Due to the width of some implements, use extra caution
on highways, farm roads, and when approaching gates.
• Always be sure the implement is in the proper position for
transport.
• Keep alert and watch the front as well as the rear when
working with the implement.
STATEMENT OF POLICY
It is the policy of Farm Star to improve its products where it is
possible and practical to do so. Farm Star reserves the right to make
changes or improvements in design and construction at any time, without
incurring the obligation to make these changes on previously manufactured
units.
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