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OperatOr and parts Manual
960 Snowblower
042012
FK315

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Gary R Stinson
March 3, 2025

what are the specs for the shear pins on a model 96

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Mr. Anderson
May 14, 2025

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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Summary of Contents for Farm King 960

  • Page 1 OperatOr and parts Manual 960 Snowblower 042012 FK315...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents - 960 Snowblower Table of Contents Introduction ..........................4 Safety ............................5 • Safety ..........................5 • General Safety ........................6 • Start-up Safety .........................6 • Operation Safety ......................6 • Transport Safety .......................7 • Service and Maintenance Safety ..................7 • Storage Safety ........................8 • Safety Signs ........................8...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    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.
  • Page 5: Safety

    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.
  • Page 6: General Safety

    • 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.
  • Page 7: Transport Safety

    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.
  • Page 8: Safety Sign Installation

    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.
  • Page 9: Assembly

    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"...
  • Page 10 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.
  • Page 11 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.
  • Page 12: Operation

    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.
  • Page 13: Theory Of Operation

    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.
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Maintenance - 960 Snowblower Maintenance Bolt Torque Bolt Diameter Grade 2 Bolts Grade 5 Bolts Grade 8 Bolts (inches) SAE 2 SAE 5 SAE 8 “A” (ft-lbs) (NM) (ft-lbs) (NM) (ft-lbs) (NM) 0.25 (1/4) 0.313 (5/16) 0.375 (3/8) 0.438 (7/16) 0.5 (1/2)
  • Page 15: Prevailing Torque Lock

    Maintenance - 960 Snowblower Prevailing Torque Lock Nuts Nut Size and Grade B Nuts Grade C Nuts Threads per Inch Nut Tightening Torque Nut Tightening Torque (ft-lbs) (NM) (ft-lbs) (NM) Coarse Thread 1/4 - 20 5 - 7 7 - 9...
  • Page 16: Parts Drawings

    Parts - 960 Snowblower 96" Snowblower w/Quick Hitch...
  • Page 17 Parts - 960 Snowblower 96" Snowblower w/Quick Hitch...
  • Page 18: Snowblower Parts List

    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.
  • Page 19 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...
  • Page 20: Pto Drawing And Parts List

    Parts - 960 Snowblower PTO Drawing - (Standard) F0585 Standard PTO Shaft * Item Part Number Description 907989 Shear Assembly 936199 Safety Slide Lock Repair Kit (Collar, Spring, Ret. Ring, 2-Pawls) 936249 Shear Assembly Repair Kit (3/8" x 1/2" Bolt, Lube, Blank, 31-1/4" Balls) 903297 Shear Bolt - 5/16"...
  • Page 21: Gearbox Drawing And Parts List

    Parts - 960 Snowblower Gearbox Gearbox Assembly Parts List - BU50505 BU50505 Gearbox Complete WIthout Oil * Item Part Number Description BU575901 Bearing Cone (2 used) BU575902 Bearing Cup (2 used) BU50444 Staking Lock Nut BU50417-1 BU50310 Gearbox Casting Only...
  • Page 22: Optional Bundles

    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"...
  • Page 23: Spout Deflector Cylinder & Hose Kit

    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...
  • Page 24: Long Pto Shaft

    Optional Bundles - 960 Snowblower F0586 Long PTO Shaft Item Part Number Description 936429 Shear Assembly 936199 Safety Slide Lock Repair Kit (Collar, Spring, Ret. Ring, 2-Pawls) 936249 Shear Assembly Repair Kit (3/8" x 1/2" Bolt, Lube, Blank, 31-1/4" Balls) 908846 Shear Bolt - 3/8"...
  • Page 25: Shipping Kit And Bundle Numbers

    Shipping Kit and Bundle Numbers - 960 Snowblower Shipping Kit and Bundle Numbers Quantity Bundle Number Description Y960Q-4 96" Farm King Snowblower w/Hydraulic Chute Control, Standard PTO & 4-Blade Fan F0625 Body Assembly F9211 Spout Assembly F9203 Quick Hitch F0585...
  • Page 26: Warranty Policy

    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.
  • Page 28 www.farm-king.com 1330 43rd Street NW Fargo, North Dakota USA 58102 Ph.: 701.282.7014 | Fax: 701.282.5865 E-mail: info@buhler.com www.farm-king.com Equipment shown is subject to change without notice. ©2010 Buhler Trading Inc. Printed in USA. TSX:BUI a division of Buhler Industries Inc.

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