ISOBUS Down Force Hydraulics Kinze

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1 Important Notices Please carefully follow these step-by-step instructions. If you have questions, contact at x 1. Direction words (LEFT and RIGHT) are commonly used when describing an installation procedure. Interpret direction words as if standing behind equipment facing forward. Signal words (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE) are provided to draw attention to information that is important for the safe/correct installation and operation of this product. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, is likely to result in serious injury or even death. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or even death. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION Indicates practices that may result in property damage, but do not involve personal injury. NOTE The preferred signal word to address practices not involving property damage, or personal injury. Section Contents Item Page Installing Hydraulic Actuators Kinze Installing Hydraulic Actuators Kinze Installing Hydraulic Valve Block 20 Installing Hydraulic Hoses 24 Installing Uplift Springs (Optional) 34 PN: December 2014 Rev A 1

2 The down force system will bleed down pressure in a power down scenario. For safety, please allow 10 minutes after the tractor SCV is turned off and the planter has come to a rest before disconnecting any hoses from the down force system (including the tractor hoses). This will eliminate the hydraulic pressure trapped in the system so that it can be safely serviced. NOTE The Ag Leader down force system is not compatible with every option available for planter row units. Take note of row unit setbacks, row cleaners, etc. before beginning installation. Then fully equip 1 row unit for each configuration represented on planter. After verifying installation, proceed to equip entire planter. PN: December 2014 Rev A 2

3 Installing Hydraulic Actuators (Kinze 3000) Required Parts (quantities listed are per row): Part Number: (1) Hydraulic actuator assy. (includes mounting hardware) (1) Upper actuator bracket (1) Support plate upper actuator bracket (1) Adapter plate upper actuator bracket (1) Lower actuator bracket (1) Support plate lower actuator bracket (upper left) (1) Support plate lower actuator bracket (upper right) (1) Support plate lower actuator bracket (lower right) (1) Anti-rotation bracket (6) Button head bolt 1/2 x 1-1/2 in (6) Hex serrated flange nut 1/2 in (3) Carriage bolt 1/2 x 1-1/4 in (3) Flat washer 1/2 in (3) Lock nut 1/2 in (4) Hex head bolt 5/8 x 1-3/4 in (4) Hex serrated flange nut 5/8 in (2) Hex head bolt 1/4 x 3/4 in (2) Split lock washer 1/4 in Optional Parts (quantities listed are per row): (1) Upper actuator bracket extension * (3) Carriage bolt 1/2 x 5-1/4 in. * (3) Flat washer 1/2 in. * (3) Hex lock nut 1/2 in. * (2) Actuator spacer 1/4 in. thick ** (1) Shoulder bolt 5/16 x 2 in. (used with 1 spacer) ** (1) Shoulder bolt 5/16 x 2-1/4 in. (used with 2 spacers) ** * Required when parallel arm extension brackets are installed. ** Required only when determined necessary by step 12 of this section. 1. Raise planter enough that row units are resting on lower stops. 2. Remove existing down force springs, or air bags and all brackets related to down force from each row unit (including air bag brackets). New brackets are provided. 3. Assemble lower actuator bracket support plates to lower actuator bracket as shown in Figure 1 (it may work better to add lower support after upper supports have been loosely fastened to parallel arms). Then position bracket assembly between parallel arms by coming down from the top. Loosely fasten upper support plates to existing mounting holes of upper parallel arms using (2) 1/2 x 1-1/2 in. button head bolts with serrated flange nuts in each support. Loosely fasten lower right support plate to parallel arm using same fasteners as upper support plates. It is possible that lower right support plate may require some grinding in order to eliminate interference with an existing weld on Kinze lower parallel arms. PN: December 2014 Rev A 3

4 4. Fully tighten 1/2 in. fasteners that secure lower actuator bracket support plates to parallel arms. 5. Install (3) 1/2 x 1-1/4 in. carriage bolts into lower holes of adapter plate as shown in Figure 2. Do not install nuts yet. 6. Position support plate on top of adapter plate and install (2) 5/8 x 1-3/4 in. bolts through upper holes as shown in Figure Flip adapter/support plate assembly over and loosely install serrated flange nuts onto 5/8 in. mounting bolts. Do not tighten nuts beyond the point of being flush with bolt threads as shown in Figure 4. Front of planter Lower actuator bracket Lower actuator bracket support plates Chamfer this edge as necessary to eliminate interference with weld Figure 1. Lower actuator bracket with support plates in position for installation PN: December 2014 Rev A 4

5 Carriage bolts inserted into adapter plate Figure 2. Carriage bolts inserted in lower holes of adapter plate 5/8 in. bolts inserted into upper holes Figure 3. Support plate positioned on top of adapter plate with 5/8 in. bolts inserted in upper holes PN: December 2014 Rev A 5

6 5/8 in. serrated nuts loosely installed Figure 4. Adapter/support plate assembly with 5/8 in. upper mounting bolts loosely installed 8. Mount upper actuator bracket to adapter/support plate assembly and secure with 1/2 in. lock nuts with flat washers as shown in Figure 5. Do not use a flat washer on upper mounting bolt because there will not be enough bolt threads to engage nylon. Fully tighten lock nuts at this time. Figure 5. Upper actuator bracket mounted to adapter/support plate assembly PN: December 2014 Rev A 6

7 Figure 6. Upper actuator bracket assembly in position 9. Slide upper actuator bracket assembly onto front of row unit so that support plate is in front of row unit mounting plate and adapter plate is behind it as shown in Figure 6. Loosely install 5/8 x 1-3/4 in. bolts into lower mounting holes of adapter/support plates. 10. With upper 5/8 in. mounting bolts resting on row unit mounting plate, align upper actuator bracket assembly so that actuator mounting hole of upper bracket is vertically aligned with actuator mounting hole of lower bracket. Vertical alignment does not have to be perfect because actuator bases are designed to handle some misalignment. However, perfect alignment should be the goal. 11. After aligning upper actuator bracket, fully tighten all (4) 5/8 in. mounting bolts. An open-end wrench will be required for upper mounting bolts as illustrated in Figure Mount anti-rotation bracket to actuator such that long ear of bracket is toward hydraulic fittings of actuator using 1/4 x 3/4 in. bolts with split lock washers as shown in Figure 7. PN: December 2014 Rev A 7

8 Figure 7. Anti-rotation bracket installed on actuator 13. Measure distance between upper and lower actuator brackets as shown in Figure 8 to determine if spacer(s) will be required as shown in Figure 9. If distance is as follows: a. 8-7/8 or less, no spacer is required. In that case proceed to step 14. b. Between 8-7/8 and 9-1/8 (1) spacer will be required when installing actuator in the next step. c. Between 9-1/8 and 9-3/8 (2) spacers will be required when installing actuator in the next step. d. If greater than 9-3/8 contact technical support for additional assistance. NOTE: Generally, spacers will not be required, but it is more likely on older planters with several seasons of use. PN: December 2014 Rev A 8

9 Bottom surface of upper bracket Top surface of lower bracket Figure 8. Measurement between upper and lower actuator brackets 14. Install actuator as follows. Refer to Figure 9 for proper component identification and orientation Remove caps from hydraulic fittings on actuator Install plastic bushing on top end of actuator, then install socket base over top of plastic bushing Position stud on top of actuator into upper bracket. Socket base should be on bottom side of bracket with rubber washer, steel washer and castle nut on top side as shown in Figures 9 & 10. Hold actuator tight up against bottom side of upper bracket while tightening castle nut. Castle nut is properly tightened when rubber washer is just slightly compressed. Install provided cotter pin after properly tightening castle nut Extend hydraulic ram of actuator down until it is resting in socket base on top side of lower bracket as shown in Figures 9 & 10. Install spacer(s) between socket base of actuator and lower bracket (if applicable as determined by step 13). Make sure that plastic bushing is installed between ram and base. Hydraulic ram may not extend easily by hand. If not, gently apply downward force on top side of ram base using a pry bar Install shoulder bolt with steel washer and rubber washer into ram as shown in Figure 9. Use longer shoulder bolt when spacer(s) are required. Torque shoulder bolt to 25 ft-lbs. PN: December 2014 Rev A 9

10 1/4 spacer(s) go between lower socket and lower bracket when applicable (refer to step 13) Figure 9. Actuator installation hardware PN: December 2014 Rev A 10

11 Figure 10. Actuator installed PN: December 2014 Rev A 11

12 Installing Hydraulic Actuators (Kinze 4000) Required Parts (quantities listed are per row): Part Number: (1) Hydraulic actuator assembly (includes mounting hardware) (1) Upper actuator bracket (4) Hex head bolt 1/2 x 1-1/4 in (4) Hex locknut 1/2 in (1) Slide bracket (2) Hex head bolt 3/8 x 1-1/4 in (3) Hex locknut 3/8 in (2) Round spacer 3/4 OD x 1/4 in. thick (2) Fender washer 3/8 in. screw size x 1 1/4 in. OD (1) Hex head bolt 3/8 x 2 in (1) Threaded shoulder spacer (1) Spacer (1) Lower actuator bracket (1) Support plate lower actuator bracket (right) (1) Support plate lower actuator bracket (left) (6) Hex head bolt 5/8 x 2 in (6) Hex locknut 5/8 in (6) Round spacer 5/8 ID x 7/8 OD x.635 in (2) Support plate lower actuator bracket (back) (1) Anti-rotation bracket (2) Hex head bolt 1/4 x 3/4 in (2) Split lock washer 1/4 in Raise planter enough that row units are resting on lower stops. 2. Remove existing down force springs, or air bags and all brackets related to down force from each row unit (including air bag brackets). New brackets are provided. 3. Install upper actuator bracket using 1/2 x 1-1/4 in. bolts with lock nuts as shown in Figure 11. Install bolts through from front side with lock nuts on the back. 4. Position lower actuator bracket assembly onto lower parallel arms as shown in Figures 12, 13 & 14. Use 5/8 x 2 in. hex bolts, locknuts, and 5/8 ID x 7/8 OD x.635 in. round spacers to install lower bracket using parallel arm mounting plates. The center hole of the parallel arm mounting plates matches up with the hole in the lower parallel arm. At first glance, the boomerang-shaped 10 gauge side plates for the lower parallel arm mounts look symmetrical, but they are not. If they do not line up with lower bracket mounts, flip them end for end. Tighten bolts securing parallel arm mounts and insure that lower bracket moves freely on the pins. PN: December 2014 Rev A 12

13 Figure 11. Upper bracket installed Figure 12. Lower bracket installed PN: December 2014 Rev A 13

14 Figure 13. Left-lower bracket assembly Figure 14. Right-lower bracket assembly PN: December 2014 Rev A 14

15 5. Install stabilizer bracket as follows based on whether or not uplift springs will be installed. Take note of Figure 16 for additional clarification on how to properly orient stabilizer bracket If no uplift springs will be installed, install the following 3/8 in. fasteners in the order described and as shown in Figure 15. Insert a 2 in. fully threaded bolt through upper bracket (from inside-out), threaded shoulder spacer (fully tighten), bushing, stabilizer bracket, fender washer and lock nut as shown. Then secure stabilizer to lower bracket using (2) 1-1/4 in. hex head bolts with lock nuts If uplift springs will be installed, set aside (1) 3/8 x 1-1/4 in. bolt with a lock nut to be used in lower-front mounting hole. The lower-rear mounting bolt and upper mounting hardware are different when uplift springs are installed. Proceed to uplift spring installation section now and return to step 6 when uplift spring installation is complete. Install threaded shoulder spacer so flats are horizontal as shown. 2 fully threaded bolt Figure 15. Orientation of upper, lower and stabilizer brackets PN: December 2014 Rev A 15

16 Figure 16. Proper orientation of stabilizer bracket (take note of bends) 6. Install anti-rotation bracket to actuator using 1/4 x 3/4 in. bolts with lock washers as shown in Figure 17. Figure 17. Anti-rotation bracket installed on actuator PN: December 2014 Rev A 16

17 7. Measure distance between upper and lower actuator brackets as shown in Figure 8 to determine if spacer(s) will be required between lower socket base and lower actuator bracket (See Figure 18). If distance is as follows: /8 or less, no spacer is required. In that case proceed to step Between 8-7/8 and 9-1/8 (1) spacer will be required when installing actuator in the next step Between 9-1/8 and 9-3/8 (2) spacers will be required when installing actuator in the next step If greater than 9-3/8 contact technical support for additional assistance. NOTE: Generally, spacers will not be required, but it is more likely on older planters with several seasons of use. 8. Install actuator as follows. Refer to Figure 18 for proper component identification and orientation Remove caps from hydraulic fittings on actuator Install plastic bushing on top end of actuator, then install socket base over top of plastic bushing Position stud on top of actuator into upper bracket. Socket base should be on bottom side of bracket with rubber washer, steel washer and castle nut on top side as shown in Figures 18 & 19. Hold actuator tight up against bottom side of upper bracket while tightening castle nut. Castle nut is properly tightened when rubber washer is just slightly compressed. Install provided cotter pin after properly tightening castle nut Extend hydraulic ram of actuator down until it is resting in socket base on top side of lower bracket as shown in Figures 18 & 19. Install spacer(s) between socket base of actuator and lower bracket (if applicable as determined by step 7). Make sure that plastic bushing is installed between ram and base. Hydraulic ram may not extend easily by hand. If not, gently apply downward force on top side of ram base using a pry bar Install shoulder bolt with a 1/4 in. spacer, 3 steel washers and a rubber washer into ram as shown in Figure 18. Use longer shoulder bolt when spacer(s) are required. Torque shoulder bolt to 25 ft-lbs. PN: December 2014 Rev A 17

18 1/4 spacer(s) go between lower socket and lower bracket when applicable (refer to step 7) Figure 18. Actuator installation hardware PN: December 2014 Rev A 18

19 Figure 19. Actuator and brackets installed PN: December 2014 Rev A 19

20 Installing Hydraulic Valve Block Required Parts: Part Number: (1) Hydraulic valve manifold 3 section (1) Hydraulic valve manifold 4 section (1) Hydraulic valve manifold 6 section (1) Hydraulic valve manifold 8 section (1) Valve block bracket (1) Valve block angle bracket (1) Valve block strap bracket (4) Hex head bolt 3/8 x 1 in (2) Carriage bolt 1/2 x 1-1/4 in (2) Carriage bolt 1/2 x 2-3/4 in (2) Hex nut 1/2 in (2) Hex lock nut 1/2 in (4) Split lock washer 3/8 in (2) Split lock washer 1/2 in (4) Flat washer 1/2 in (2) Carriage bolt 1/2 x 7 in (2) Carriage bolt 1/2 x 12 in (2) Carriage bolt 1/2 x 14 in Valve Block Key Features and Definitions: Operating Modes a. Automatic The down force system is configured from the factory to operate in automatic mode. This is the closed-loop control system that adjusts down force automatically based on feedback from the load sensors. No action is required from the operator to adjust the down force. b. Manual This is an optional mode giving the operator control of the amount of down force across the entire planter. The electronics are required to use this mode. c. Override In the event of a complete electronic system failure, the down force system can be switched to override mode so that planting may continue. In this scenario, each channel s solenoid valve must be disconnected from the control harness. This is because the electrical signal is additive to the override setting (using both may create excessive down force). Each channel valve must then be mechanically adjusted using a 3/16 in. hex key (turn CCW to decrease channel pressure and vice versa). Monitor channel pressure via test port to set desired pressure (down force) while turning override hex key. Test Port There is a quick-connect port on the back side of the valve block that corresponds to each channel. It can be used for implementing the override function using a gauge test kit (P/N: ). It is also useful for diagnosing channel irregularities. PN: December 2014 Rev A 20

21 1. Secure valve block bracket to valve block using provided 3/8 in. bolts with lock washers as shown in Figure 20 & 21. Multiple mounting holes in the different valve block configurations allow for flexibility in mounting. A minimum of 3 (in some cases 4) bolts will be used. Mounting bolts Figure 20. Mounting bracket installed on 3-channel valve block Mounting bolts Figure 21. Mounting bracket installed on 8-channel valve block PN: December 2014 Rev A 21

22 2. Next, determine a mounting location as close to center of toolbar as possible (provided hose lengths are based on valve block being within 5 ft of center of toolbar). See Figure 22 as an example. For bulk-fill planters, the bulk-fill tank framework and catwalk provide additional mounting options. Make sure there is adequate clearance around channel ports for hoses to be connected in a following section. NOTE: Valve block may be oriented vertically, horizontally, or anywhere in between as long as the solenoid valves are level (parallel with the ground) when in planting mode. These valves do not work properly with air in them, so it is imperative that they are level. Bleeding the system of air is also imperative, which will be covered in a later section. Valve block installed under catwalk Figure 22. Front-fold bulk-fill planter (KZ 4900 shown) NOTE: Steps 3 & 4 can be done in reverse order if it makes more sense to do so. Keep in mind that hose fittings on valve block must be accessible with a wrench as you finalize mounting location. That will make installing hoses much easier in the following section. 3. With mounting location determined, secure angle and strap brackets to planter frame using provided 1/2 in. carriage bolts with flat washers and lock nuts as shown in Figure 23. Different length carriage bolts are provided for versatility. Existing bolts on planter, or threaded rod can also be used. PN: December 2014 Rev A 22

23 Figure 23. Angle and strap brackets configured for clamping planter frame 4. Secure valve block bracket to angle bracket that is already secured to planter frame using provided 1/2 x 1-1/4 in. carriage bolts as shown in Figure 24. 1/2 x 1-1/4 in. carriage bolts Figure 24. Valve block secured PN: December 2014 Rev A 23

24 Installing Hydraulic Hoses Required Parts: Part Number: (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 12 row Front-fold (narrow) (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 12 row Front-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 12 row Lift & rotate (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 12 row Bi-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 12 row Wing-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 16 row Lift & rotate (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 16 row Front-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 16 row Front-fold (narrow) (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 16 row Bi-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 24 row Front-fold (narrow) (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 24 row Front-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 3 channel 36 row Front-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 4 channel 8 row Wing-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 4 channel 8 row Lift & rotate (1) Hydraulic kit 6 channel 12 row Front-fold (narrow) (1) Hydraulic kit 6 channel 12 row Front-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 6 channel 12 row Wing-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 6 channel 12 row Lift & rotate (1) Hydraulic kit 6 channel 12 row Bi-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 8 channel 16 row Lift & rotate (1) Hydraulic kit 8 channel 16 row Front-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 8 channel 16 row Bi-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 8 channel 16 row Front-fold (narrow) (1) Hydraulic kit 8 channel 24 row Front-fold (1) Hydraulic kit 8 channel 24 row Front-fold (narrow) (1) Hydraulic kit 8 channel 36 row Front-fold Optional Power Beyond Hose Kits (1) Hose kit 300 inches (1) Hose kit 360 inches (1) Hose kit 420 inches (1) Hose kit 480 inches (1) Hose kit 540 inches (1) Hose kit 600 inches (1) Hose kit 780 inches PN: December 2014 Rev A 24

25 The down force system will bleed down pressure in a power down scenario. For safety, please allow 10 minutes after the tractor SCV is turned off and the planter has come to a rest before disconnecting any hoses from the down force system (including the tractor hoses). This will eliminate the hydraulic pressure trapped in the system so that it can be safely serviced. NOTE: It is standard for pressure, return and tank hoses of hydraulic down force to be routed to front of planter to be connected directly to SCV of tractor. If desired, these hoses can be connected to an existing valve block (if equipped) near rear of planter to eliminate running hoses to the front. 1. Locate PRESSURE, RETURN and TANK hoses and connect to appropriate ports of valve block (labeled P, R & T respectively). P, R & T port fittings can be reoriented as necessary to optimize hose routing. Hoses come equipped with quick-connect couplers for connecting to tractor. Pressure and return lines have the same couplers. Tank coupler is different. See Figure 25 for proper hose identification. Return (1/2 in. hose) Pressure (3/8 in. hose) Tank (1/2 in. hose) Figure 25. Pressure, return & tank hose identification PN: December 2014 Rev A 25

26 2. Connect pressure, return and tank lines to tractor. Ideally, PRESSURE and RETURN hoses should have a dedicated SCV. If that is not possible, tee fittings are available to tee into existing hoses. Ag Leader recommends sharing Down Force with same SCV as hydraulic drive for variable rate seeding if sharing is necessary (EXCEPTION: DO NOT SHARE SCV WITH RAWSON DRIVES). Hydraulic remote will need to be put into continuous flow, or motor mode. Refer to tractor operator s manual for proper hydraulic remote configuration when continuous flow is required. Not all tractors have a zero-pressure tank port. If not, port must be added. NOTE: If connecting to an SCV as described above is not an option or not desirable, power beyond load sense hydraulic hose kits are available from Ag Leader. Connecting to the power beyond will enable the pump to maintain a lower pressure when demand is low and therefore may help to reduce heat in hydraulic system. Refer to TSB (Tech Support Bulletin) for additional information. 3. Connect 3/8 in. (-6) channel hoses to valve block and route to row units as shown in Figures The row units in the following figures with black fill and C1...C8 in white font are the row units that should have a channel hose routed to them. C1 is channel 1, C2 is channel 2, etc... Figure row (4-channel) PN: December 2014 Rev A 26

27 Figure row (3-channel) PN: December 2014 Rev A 27

28 Figure row (6-channel) PN: December 2014 Rev A 28

29 Figure row (3-channel) PN: December 2014 Rev A 29

30 Figure row (8-channel) PN: December 2014 Rev A 30

31 Figure row (3-channel & 8-channel) PN: December 2014 Rev A 31

32 Figure row (3-channel & 8-channel) PN: December 2014 Rev A 32

33 4. With channel hoses routed back to appropriate row units, connect #6 to #4 adapter to channel hoses. Then connect channel hoses to upper hydraulic port of actuator. The upper port should always be connected first because it is difficult to get a wrench on upper fitting if lower fitting is connected. 5. Take another look at Figures to find your planter configuration. If any row units have a J1, or J2 on them, a 1/4 in. (-4) hydraulic jumper hose must be installed between the two row units with the same jumper designation. The jumper hose(s) allow two row units to be on the same channel across fold points, where a standard 50 in. row hose would not suffice. 6. With channel and jumper hoses (where applicable) routed and connected to appropriate actuators, route and connect 1/4 in. (-4) row hoses from row to row within each channel. It is not critical for operation, but for consistency bring oil out of lower actuator port and into upper port of next actuator down the line. For ease of installation, always tighten upper fitting before connecting lower fitting of each actuator. 7. Install a bleeder valve into lower (for consistency) hydraulic port of actuator at end of each section CAUTION: Make sure bleeder valve is closed to prevent hydraulic leaks when pressurizing system for the first time. 8. Fold and unfold planter carefully while observing newly installed hoses and cables in pivot points. Make adjustments as necessary to keep hoses and cables from being damaged. 9. With hydraulic hoses finalized, bleed hydraulic system as follows: a. Close all bleeder valves. b. Lower planter to contract hydraulic actuators. c. Energize down force system by turning on relevant SCV of tractor. SCV must be in motor mode (continuous flow) for proper operation of down force. d. With display powered up and down force configuration activated, toggle display from auto to manual mode. In manual mode, generate a low pressure (<1000 psi) to minimize oil splatter while bleeding system. e. One bleeder at a time, slowly open valve until air bubbles disappear. It works well to install a 1/4 in. hose from bleeder to a container of some type to minimize oil spills. f. After all bleeder valves have been bled one time, repeat process for each valve one more time. 10. Installation of down force system is complete unless uplift springs will be used. In that case, proceed to the following section. PN: Dec 2014 Rev A 33

34 Installing Uplift Springs (Optional) Required Parts (quantities listed are per row): Part Number: (2) Uplift spring assembly Kinze (2) Uplift spring Kinze (3) Shoulder spacer (1) Spacer (4) Flat washer -.82 OD x.40 ID (1) Hex head bolt 3/8 x 3 in (2) Hex head bolt 3/8 x 2 1/4 in (1) Hex head bolt 3/8 x 1 1/4 in (2) Lock nut 3/8 in (1) Lock nut 3/8 in. (thin) NOTE: Uplift springs are not required in all cases. Bulk-fill planters in no-till conditions will probably not require any uplift assistance. At the other end of the spectrum, planters with individual seed boxes in conventional tillage conditions could benefit the most from uplift springs. 1. Raise row unit to its upper limit using a jack, forklift, or whatever other method is available to you. 2. Install uplift springs on a Kinze 3000 row unit as follows: 2.1. Position spring assembly on parallel arms so that triangular bolt pattern of spring brackets are pointing up as shown in Figure Fasten spring brackets to parallel arms using provided 12 x 70mm bolts with serrated flange nuts. Insert bolts from the outside with flange nuts installed on the inside of parallel arms. 3. Install uplift springs on Kinze 4000 row unit as follows and as illustrated in Figure 34: 3.1. If actuator is installed, remove cotter pin, castle nut and two washers from top stud so that actuator can be removed from top bracket. This is necessary to complete steps 3.4 & Secure uplift springs to lower bracket using provided 3/8 x 2-1/4 in. bolt in right-rear mounting hole and 3/8 x 2 in. bolt in left mounting hole with 3/8 in. flat washers, shoulder spacers and lock nuts Install a 3/8 x 1-1/4 in. bolt in right-front mounting hole of lower bracket if that has not already been done (as mentioned in step 5.2 on page 15) Secure upper end of left spring using provided 3/8 x 2 in. bolt with a spacer, 3/8 in. flat washer and lock nut as shown Secure upper end of right spring using provided 3/8 x 3 in. fully threaded bolt, threaded shoulder spacer (fully tighten), bushing, stabilizer bracket, fender washer, shoulder spacer, standard 3/8 in. flat washer and lock nut as shown. Note that the stabilizer bracket rides on the bushing that can rotate freely around the threaded shoulder spacer. PN: Dec 2014 Rev A 34

35 Figure 33. Uplift springs installed on a Kinze 3000 row unit Install spring here Install spring here Figure 34. Uplift spring hardware (Kinze 4000) PN: Dec 2014 Rev A 35

36 Revision History Date Revision Initials Changes Dec 2014 A SLH - Initial release PN: Dec 2014 Rev A 36