Farm Star DC-5 - Manual (Page 4)

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S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S (continued)
S A F E T Y S I G N S
This SAFETY SIGN is
located on the frame of
your rear blade.
Obey ALL Safety
Warnings.
NOTE:
If Safety Sign is missing
or damaged, replace
immediately.
Keep alert and watch the front as well as the rear when working with the implement.
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.
When adjusting the angle of the moldboard assembly, be sure that your feet are never under the rear blade.
Use extreme caution when backfilling deep holes or trenches.
Be careful to avoid catching the rear blade on stumps or other immovable objects.
Use care when working on slopes.
Avoid excessive speed during operation.
Make adjustments only when the implement is attached to the tractor.
When using the 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.
T R A C T O R R E Q U I R E M E N T S
A N D P R E PA R AT I O N
A S S E M B LY A N D M O U N T I N G
The Model DC Rear Blades will fit most Category I
tractors equipped with a standard 3-point hitch. The rear
blade will fit Category 0 3-point hitch tractors when
equipped with Category 0/I pull pins.
The pins need to be installed to the inside of the 3-point
frame for use with Category 0 tractors.
The Model DC Rear Blades are economy blades for use
on Category I tractors up to 25 horsepower in size. For
use on larger tractors, extra care is required and it is
strongly suggested that purchasing a heavier rear blade
be considered.
Check the tractor’s 3-point hydraulic lift system. It
should operate up and down smoothly and hold its
position when set. Refer to your tractor owner’s manual
or dealer for any adjustments necessary to put the 3-
point hydraulic lift system in good working order. (I&T
shop manuals will list most specifications and adjustment
instructions – available from most farm equipment
dealers.)
Tractor should be equipped with stabilizer bars,
adjustable sway chains, or sway blocks to keep the
implement from swinging side to side.
Smaller size tractors may need front counter weights to
counter-balance the weight of the implement.
It is recommended that the tractor be equipped with a
Rollover Protection System (ROPS) and a seat belt that
is used.
The main frame of the blade is now installed on the trac-
tor. Proceed with assembling the moldboard and cutting
edge assembly to the main frame as follows:
1. Remove the 1” x 4” hex head pivot bolt and the shift
pin.
2. Place the moldboard assembly in the position shown
in the parts diagram.
3. Place the 1” x 4” hex head pivot bolt up through the
moldboard plate and through the main frame. Then
secure it with the washer, lockwasher, and nut
provided. NOTE: Do not tighten the 1” bolt at this
point, so that the angle position desired may be
obtained.
4. Once the moldboard assembly is mounted to the 3 pt.
hitch frame, turn the moldboard assembly to your
desired operating angle and insert the angle adjust-
ment shift pin. NOTE: When pulling the blade, the
shift pin should be in the hole nearest to the tractor.
When pushing the blade, it should be in the hole far-
thest from the tractor.
5. Tighten the pivot bolt nut.
NOTE: If the moldboard to hitch frame connection
becomes loose after blade use, this looseness can be
removed by tightening the one inch nut.
NOTE: Always use the tractor anti-sway bars, blocks, or
chains to prevent blade side-sway. This is a must when
using the blade in a reverse position.
Your Rear Mounted Blade is now assembled and
mounted on your tractor. It is ready to go to work for you.
Attach rear blade hitch frame to tractor 3-point hitch
using a 3 / 4 inch (Cat. I) top link pin and linch pins
furnished by customer.
I N S T R U C T I O N S
Be sure your tractor is in good condition and
properly equipped with counter weights. Read all the
safety precautions and make sure all tractor
operators are familiar with the safety rules of tractor
operation.
C A U T I O N !
G E N E R A L S A F E T Y
The designed and tested safety of this machine
depends on it being operated within the limitations as
explained in this manual. Be familiar with and follow all
safety rules in the manual, on the blade and on the
tractor.
The safe operation of this machine is the responsibility
of the owner / operator. The operator should be familiar
with the blade and tractor and all safety practices before
starting operation. Read the safety rules.