Worksaver Network Card HK 102 User Manual

OWNER’S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

HK-102

CAUTION

For Safe Operation

Read Rules And

Instructions Carefully

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A AIGUIEN QUE SI LO LEA

PARA QUE LE TRADUZCA LAS

MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD.

STATEMENT

OF POLICY

It is the policy of Worksaver,

Inc. to improve its products

where it is possible and practical

to do so. Worksaver, Inc.

reserves the right to make

changes or improvements in

design and construction at any

time, without incurring the oblig-

ation to make these changes on

previously manufactured units.

3 PT. HITCH ADAPTER KIT

For IHC/Farmall Models C, Super C, 200, 230

Safety Instructions

Tractor Preparation

Operating Instructions

Assembly & Mounting

Maintenance

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 opera-

tor’s manual before proceeding further.

4. If the assembly instructions call for parts or assem-

blies 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.

6. After completing assembly, thoroughly inspect the

machine to be sure that all nuts, bolts, hydraulic fit-

tings 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 Worksaver dealer or

representative.

5. Never put hands, or any part of body, under

blocked up assemblies if at all possible.

SAFETY INFORMATION (continued)

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)

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 equip-

ment, hazard control and accident prevention are

ALWAYS OBEY ALL

SAFETY RULES!

dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence

and proper training of personnel involved in the

operation, transport, maintenance and storage of

equipment.

ALWAYS BE CAREFUL!

It has been said, “The best safety device is an

informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that

kind of an operator.

INSTRUCTIONS

The Model HK-102 hitch adapter kit is designed for the

CAUTION!

IHC/Farmall Model C, Super C, 200 and 230 tractors.

This kit is for tractors equipped with a standard swinging

drawbar. NOT for 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.

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.

TRACTOR PREPARATION

Be sure tires and rims are in good condition. Inflate tires

to the proper recommended air pressure.

PACKING

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&T shop manuals will list most specifications and

adjustment instructions – available from most farm

equipment dealers.)

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.

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.

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.

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.

Place the main hitch frame in position on the upper rear

part of the differential housing. Insert the / ” 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

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.

side at a time.)

Place the / ” 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

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.

bolt loose for now.

Swing the pull bracket up into position and using a / ” –

11 x 2 / ” 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.

INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

NOTE: Angle of Stabilizer Ends

ASSEMBLY (continued)

The ends of the stabilizer bars (ref. #17, 18) may not be

at the correct angle for your hitch. Since this hitch kit can

connect to either Category I (26” pull pin width) or to

Category II (32” pull pin width) equipment, slightly differ-

ent angles will be required on the stabilizer bar threaded

stub ends. If the angle is not correct for your desired hitch

spacing, place one end of the stabilizer bar threaded

stub in a vise and apply hand pressure to the other end

of the stabilizer bar assembly until desired angle is

obtained. Reverse the stabilizer assembly in the vise and

repeat for the other end.

Attach the two lift control arms (slotted end goes to the

hitch main frame) to the hydraulic lift quadrant on the

tractor. Using one of the / ” – 11 x 2 / ” hex head bolts,

2 flat washers, and locknut, attach the other end to the

upright arm on the main frame (arm without ball

socket). Use the slot so that the hitch will float as the

tractor navigates rough terrain. Be sure to use a flat

washer against the slot. Check to see that the lift

control arm moves freely but without excessive

looseness.

It is suggested that you connect the lift arm ends to a

piece of equipment or install a 3 pt. drawbar and center

the lift arms (side to side) so you can easily determine

what angle correction may be required.

On both the outer left-hand and the right-hand ends of

the pull brackets, start the ends of the pull pins (ref.

#11) through the outer pull bracket ears. Position the

pull pin so that the end with NO hole goes to the inside.

As soon as the end of the pull pin passes through the

first outer pull bracket ear, slide the pull pin spacer (ref.

#12) on the pin so that it is located between the first

and second pull bracket ears. Slide the pull pin in

further until the end is just entering the second pull

bracket ear.

Then place the forward end of the lift arm between the

large side plate on the pull bracket and the second pull

bracket. Slide the pull pin in further so that it goes

through the ball end of the lift arm and enters the hole

in the large side plate.

NOTE: Use of Stabilizer Bars

For some implements such as post hole diggers, rear

blades, landscape rakes, and rear 3 pt. scoops, you

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.

NOTE: When connecting the hitch to an implement, it will

be necessary 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 implement.

After the lift arms are connected to the implement, the

stabilizer bars need to be reconnected and adjusted so

that the implement is centered behind the tractor.

Rotate the pull pin so that the holes in the pin are

horizontal. Slide the spacer tube and adjust the pull pin

so that a large ( / ”) hairpin clip can be inserted through

the center hole of the pull pin. This locks the pull pin in

place on each side.

Pin the leveling assemblies (ref. #20-24) to the

rockershaft lift arms (arms with balls welded on), using

the / ” flat head pins (ref. #26) and linchpins.

Attach the center link to the main frame using the / ”

Raise the lift arms, sliding them between the clevis

ends of the lift arm leveling assemblies, and pin them in

place.

toplink pin and linchpin provided.

Tighten all bolts before using this kit.

Check to make sure that the hitch is operating smoothly.

Read manual before operating.

Install the stabilizer stub pins (ref. #27) in the forward

holes of each lift arm. Have the large ( / ”) diameter of

the stub pin to the outside of the lift arm and the

threaded nut to the inside. Do not use a lockwasher

under the nut. Place a screwdriver or small bar

through the linchpin hole and tighten the nut on the stub

pin.

Place one end of the stabilizer bars (ref. #16-19) over

the ends of the pull pins on the outside of the pull

bracket and secure with linchpins.

The stabilizer bars have threaded ends and can be

adjusted 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

in place with linchpins.

W ARNING!

L Keep clear of rotating parts; stay on tractor seat

until all motion has stopped.

L Be sure tractor engine is off and key is removed

before making any adjustments.

L Do not get under machine to make measurements

or adjustments without securely blocking imple-

ment first.

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.

Figure 1. Tractor Stability

• Do not allow children to operate this machine.

W ARNING!

• 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.

When using 3 pt. hitch equipment, 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 equip-

ment. DO NOT GUESS OR ESTIMATE!

• 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.

The adjustable screw type top link can also be short-

ened or lengthened to adapt different implements and

can be used to obtain various degrees of pitch on the

implements you are using.

The ball sockets on the lift arms are two-way balls, so

they will accommodate both Category I or Category II lift

OPERATION

Two holes are provided on the lift arms to connect to the

lower ends of the leveling assemblies.

The forward holes will provide the greatest lifting range

for the ball ends of the lift arms. The rear holes will allow

heavier loads to be handled by the hitch.

The adjustable screw type leveling assemblies will

provide additional adjustment in the lifting height of the

hitch.

pins on the implement. If the drawbar or implement has

Category I ( / ”) pins, make sure the balls are turned so

that the / ” diameter holes are used.

NOTE: If the larger 1 / ” diameter holes are used with the

smaller / ” pins, the ball sockets will “hole out,” for which

Worksaver cannot be responsible. If you do use smaller

NOTE: BE SURE THAT AT LEAST 1 / ” OF THREAD

/ ” diameter lift pins and the larger 1 / ” diameter ball

ON EACH END IS ENGAGED INTO THE THREADED

BARREL OF THE LEVELING ASSEMBLIES.

holes, be sure to use lift arm adapter bushings to elimi-

nate the excess play or loose fit.

W ARNING!

The stabilizer bars should be used whenever possible,

as they not only prevent side sway, but provide rigidity

and stability to the unit – plus added strength. The stabi-

lizer bars are threaded stubs so their length can be

adjusted so the spread of the lift arms can be increased

or decreased to accommodate the different width of

Category I and Category II tools.

A heavy load can cause instability in driving a trac-

tor. 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.

INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

STORING SAFELY

W ARNING!

• 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.

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.

• 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.

CAUTION!

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.

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

OBEY ALL

SAFETY WARNINGS!

SAFETY SIGNS

REPLACE SAFETY SIGNS

IF DAMAGED OR MISSING!

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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ALWAYS OBEY ALL SAFETY RULES!!

ALWAYS BE CAREFUL!!

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.

HK-102

3 PT. ADAPTER KIT

EXPLODED PARTS VIEW

HK-102

3 PT. ADAPTER KIT

REPAIR PARTS

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

REQ.

DESCRIPTION

865104

2504049

2503002

590072

590002

590006

865120

865125

2503048

2502007

2501005

865338

865339

590014

865014

861148

590317

590406

590407

590318

2500018

861131

590278

590145

861136

861139

2500024

590001

860107

590069

2503059

2500041

101039

101082

Main Frame Weldment (HK-102)

Drive Zerk / ”

Bolt / ” – 10 NC x 2” Hex Head