Keep this manual handy for frequent reference. All new operators or owners must review the manual before using the equipment and at least annually thereafter. Contact your Farm King Dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of the manual. Visit our website at www.farm-king.com for a complete list of dealers in your area.
Safety - 960 Snowblower Safety Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you, but also the people around you. Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that everyone operating this equipment is familiar with the recommended operating and maintenance procedures and follows all the safety precautions.
• Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety signs before operating, servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging the equipment. • Do not attempt any unauthorized modifications to your Farm King product as this could affect function or safety, and could affect the life of the equipment.
Safety - 960 Snowblower Transport Safety Review Transport Safety instructions in tractor manual before moving. Check with local authorities regarding transport on public roads. Obey all applicable laws and regulations. Make sure the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem and all the lights and reflectors that are required by the local highway and transport authorities are in place, are clean, and can be seen clearly by all overtaking and oncoming traffic.
Safety - 960 Snowblower Installation of Safety Signs To install safety signs, ensure the installation area is clean and dry. Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper. Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper and align over the specified area.
Assembly Instructions - 960 Snowblower Assembly Instructions 1. Fasten the two quick hitch arms (965952) to the main body. Use eight 5/8" x 1 1/4" hex bolts, lock washers and hex nuts. Note: Lift arms for quick coupling hitch are 30 3/4" long versus 35"...
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Assembly Instructions - 960 Snowblower Assembly Instructions - continued 7. Mounting blower on tractor: a. The pins supplied with the snowblower are for a category 2 quick hitch. The quick coupling hitch has two holes both at the top of the hitch and at each lift arm. When using a quick coupler, the pins must be in the inside set of holes.
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Assembly Instructions - 960 Snowblower Assembly Instructions - continued 8. PTO Shield All snowblowers are supplied with a PTO shield (908715). To install, remove the two rear bolts at the top of the gearbox (BU50505). Bolt the PTO shield to the gearbox by the hinges using these same bolts.
Operation Instructions - 960 Snowblower Operation Instructions 1. Do not operate the blower in the fully raised position. The three-point hitch on some tractors rises high enough to cause the PTO shaft to bind. This can cause damage to the PTO shaft and/ or to the hitch and pins.
Operation Instructions - 960 Snowblower Operation Instructions - continued DANGER: Always stop blowing for servicing or unplugging. The PTO should be disengaged before dismounting from the tractor. CAUTION: Always check to see that both ends of the PTO shaft are securely attached as per instructions every time you are preparing to use the Snowblower.
Parts - 960 Snowblower When Ordering Parts Always give your dealer the Model, Color and Serial Number of your machine to assist them in ordering and obtaining the correct parts. Use the exploded view and tabular listing of the area of interest to exactly identify the required part.
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Parts - 960 Snowblower 81549 Bolt Hex 0.313Nc x 0.75 Gr5pl 81593 Lock Washer 0.375 86170 Hex Bolt 0.375 Unc x 1.0 81677 Washer Lock 0.625 Pl 965972 Roller Chain #60 x 117 w/c & o F9203 Quick Htch Weldt 811792 Bolt Hex 0.375 x 1.50...
Optional Bundles - 960 Snowblower Optional Bundles 24803M 3.5 x 8 Cylinder Assembly Item Part Number Description – X3906 Seal Kit F9116 Hydraulic Cylinder & Hose Kit for Spout Swivel Item Part Number Description 24803M 4" OD Hydraulic Cylinder ORB (9 3/8" Port To Port) 115043 1/2"...
Optional Bundles - 960 Snowblower 24930M 1.75 x 5 Cylinder Assembly Item Part Number Description – X3913 Seal Kit F9117 Spout Deflector Cylinder & Hose Kit Item Part Number Description 24930M 1–3/4" ID x 5" Stroke Cylinder 116984 3/8" x 120" Hose C/W Fittings...
Warranty Policy - 960 Snowblower Warranty Policy Buhler Trading Inc. products are warranted for a period of twelve (12) months (90 days for commercial application) from original date of purchase, by original purchaser, to be free from defects in material and workmanship under correct, normal agricultural use and proper applications.
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what are the specs for the shear pins on a model 96
The Farm King model 96 uses the following shear pins:
- Shear Bolt: 3/8" x 1", Grade 8 (Pack of 10)
- Shear Assembly Repair Kit includes: 3/8" x 1/2" bolt, lube, blank, and 31-1/4" balls.
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