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3-POINT QUICK HITCH
93691
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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Specifications
Item Description
Function For quick and easy attachment and release of
3-point implements to most category 1 tractors
Implement Attachments Meets American Society of Agricultural
Engineers (ASAE) specifications; Can mount
non-ASAE attachments
Implement Load Capacity Same as 45 HP tractor specifications
Inside Clearance 26-1/2”
Draw Pin Bracket Attachments 1/2” x 2-3/4” Hex Bolts
Draw Pin Mounting 18” high
Draw Pin Adjustments 18”, 19”, 20”, and 21” on center
Overall Dimensions 30”W x 24” H
Weight 60 lbs.
Save This Manual
You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions, operating
and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the
invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place
for future reference.
Safety Warnings and Precautions
WARNING: When using tool, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
Read all instructions before using this tool!
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
2. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let them
handle machines, tools, or extension cords.
3. Store idle equipment. When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust.
Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.
4. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the
work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed.
It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Do not modify this
tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.
5. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts.
Protective, electrically non-conductive clothes and non-skid footwear are recommended when
working. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
6. Use eye and ear protection and protective clothing. Always wear ANSI approved impact
safety goggles. Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal,
wood, and chemical dusts and mists. Wearing of gloves and protective clothing is
recommended.
7. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
8. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
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9. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from the tool or machine work surface before plugging it in.
10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool when you
are tired.
11. Check for damaged parts. Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or mounting fixtures; and
any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician.
12. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this
tool. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
13. Do not operate tool if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels if
taking prescription medicine to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while
taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.
14. Maintenance. For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed regularly by a
qualified service technician.
Product Specific Safety Precautions
1. Moving parts can cause injury. Keep hands, hair, loose clothing, and tools away from
moving parts of the Hitch. Keep spectators away at a safe distance.
2. Use the Hitch on a proper surface. Locate on a flat, level, and solid surface that is capable
of supporting the weight of the Hitch and attached implement, plus the load.
3. Avoid accidents while using the Hitch and its attached implement. This product is for
off-road use only.
Warning: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but
must be supplied by the operator.
Unpacking
When unpacking, check to make sure the following parts are included. Refer to the photo on the
next page, and the Assembly Drawing and Parts List at the end of this manual.
If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of
this manual as soon as possible.
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Latch Handle
Top Hook
Locking Clip (4)
Lynch Pin (3)
Lower Hook
Top Bracket
Latch Handle
Lynch Pin (3)
Lower Hook
Installation
Note: It is recommended that 2 people assist in the setting up of this product.
1. Fasten the Quick Hitch to the tractor’s lift arms using the solid Link Pins (not provided) with a
flat bracket on one end and Lynch Pins (3). See illustration below.
2. Fasten the tractor’s Center Link to the top bracket of the Quick Hitch using a common Link Pin
(not provided). Place the Tractor Lift Arms into the lower pin holes and insert Lynch Pins and
Locking Clips.
3. Install a common top Link Pin (not provided ) on the implement’s top framework for the Quick
Hitch Top Hook to grab on. Note: This Top Hook is adjustable.
4. Insert the implement’s lower mounts inside the hitch hooks, and lock by pressing down the
latch handles.
5. Check that all connections are tight before starting the work task.
Note: If the tractor has stabilizer arms, they will not fit into the Quick Hitch mounting area along with the
lift arms. For this reason, use stabilizer chains, or some other common, longer Mounting Pin (not
provided) to fasten the Quick Hitch to the tractor.
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Tractor Center Link
Top Hook
Tractor Lift Arms
Lynch Pins (3)
Lower Hook
Implement
Mounting non-ASAE Implements
If the implement is not of ASAE specifications, use an Adapter Bracket (not provided) to
mount it to the Quick Hitch as illustrated below.
1. Remove the Top Hook by taking out the two Hex Bolts (2), Lock Washers (6), and Nut
(7). Save hardware.
2. Slide the Adapter Bracket (not provided) over the Top Bracket of the Quick Hitch, and
attach the top Link Pin (not provided).
For most implements, the front hole (closest to implement) is recommended for the
best vertical alignment.
3 . Attach the implement to the Adapter Bracket tab with a Link Pin (not provided).
4. Check that all connections are tight before starting the work task.
Adapter Bracket
(not provided)
Link Pins
(not provided)
Implement
Top Bracket
Tractor Center Link
Quick Hitch
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Maintenance
1. Clean dirt and debris off the Quick Hitch after each use.
2. Store in a clean and dry location.
3. Periodically lubricate all moving parts.
4. After each use check for damaged or overly warn parts. Never use the Quick Hitch or
attached implement if damaged or warn parts are noted.
Assembly Drawing
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Parts List
Part No. Description Qty.
1 Main Frame 1
2 Bolt, Hex, ½” x 2-1/8” 2
3 Lynch Pin 2
4 Locking Clip 3
5 Hook 1
6 Washer, Lock 2
7Nut 2
8 Pin, Top Link 1
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE DIAGRAMS IN THIS MANUAL
AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES
ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO
REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR
DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD
BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER.
THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO
THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR
HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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