3-Point Hitch; Selecting The Holes Of Lower Links; Adjusting Lateral Float; Selecting The Top Link Mounting Holes - Kubota M100GX Operator's Manual

70 THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR

3-POINT HITCH

1. Make preparations for attaching
implement.
BSelecting the holes of Lower Links
There are two holes in the lower links. For most
operations the lifting rods should be attached to the (B)
hole.
(1) Lower link
(2) Lifting rod
A The lifting rods may be attached to (A) for greater
lifting force.
BAdjusting Lateral Float
To allow the implement to follow ground contour, attach
the rectangular washers and pin heads in vertical position.
To hold the implement, reset the rectangular washers and
pin heads in horizontal position.
(1) Rectangular washer
(2) Pin head
holes: (A), (B)
(A) Horizontal position
(B) Vertical position
C Floating mechanism
When the floating mechanism is used, the implement is
able to follow the tractor freely in response to the soil and
ground conditions. This is suited for operation with
implements wider than the tractor.
BSelecting the Top Link Mounting Holes
Select the proper set of holes by referring to the
"Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference Chart" in
"HYDRAULIC UNIT" section.
(1) Top link
(2) Mounting hole
(3) Handle
BDrawbar
Remove the drawbar if a close mounted implement is
attached.
2. Attaching and detaching implements
To avoid personal injury:
A Be sure to stop the engine.
A Do not stand between tractor and implement
unless parking brake is applied.
A Before attaching or detaching implement,
locate the tractor and implement on a firm level
surface.
A Whenever an implement or other attachment is
connected to the tractor 3-point hitch, check
full range of operation for interference, binding
or PTO separation.
A Do not exceed maximum allowable length of
either lifting rod, or the lifting rod will come
apart and the 3-point equipment may fall.