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KINZE Manufacturing, Inc. 3700 User Manual

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3700
Serial number plate location -
2015 production
This manual is applicable to: Model 3700 Front Folding Planters
24 Row 70 cm; 2016 Production and on
Record the model number and serial number of your planter along with date purchased:
Model Number ____________ ___________________
Serial Number ___________________________________
Date Purchased __________________________________
Monitor Serial Number _______________________________________________
Measured Pulses Per Mile/Km (Radar Distance Sensor) ____________________
Measured Pulses Per Mile/Km (Magnetic Distance Sensor) _________________
SERIAL NUMBER
The serial number plate is located on the planter frame as shown below. The serial number provides important information
about your planter and is needed to obtain correct replacement parts. Always provide model number and serial number
to your Kinze Dealer when ordering parts or when contacting Kinze Manufacturing, Inc.
Kinze
®
and the Kinze
®
logo are registered trademarks of Kinze Manufacturing, Inc.
MODEL 3700
FRONT FOLD EXPORT PLANTER
OPERATOR MANUAL
M0275-01 Rev. 10/18

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KINZE Manufacturing, Inc. 3700 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKINZE Manufacturing, Inc.
Model3700
CategoryFarm Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Kinze Model 3700 Operator Manual

Serial Number Identification

Locating and recording the serial number plate for identification purposes.

Introduction and Safety Information

To The Owner

Welcome message and definitions of safety signal words: DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE.

Warranty Information

Details on the Kinze Limited Warranty and registration requirements for service.

General Information and Specifications

Overview of planter configurations, terminology, and general product details.

Product Specifications

Detailed specifications including dimensions, capacity, and tire sizes for the Model 3700.

Tractor Hydraulic Requirements

Hydraulic system requirements for tractors based on planter configuration and options.

General Safety Rules

Comprehensive safety rules covering operation, maintenance, and hazards.

Safety Precautions

Common hazard warnings and critical safety measures for operating the equipment.

Safety Signs and Decals

Importance of keeping safety signs clean, visible, and in good condition.

Machine Operation and Setup

Planter Lift and Row Marker Safety Lockups

Procedures for engaging and storing safety lockup devices for lift and row markers.

Hitch Parallel Linkage and 2-Speed Jack Assembly

Operation and safety procedures for hitch linkage lockup and the 2-speed jack.

Initial Planter Preparation

General guidance for preparing the planter for use, including tire inflation and torque.

Tractor Requirements and Hookup

Requirements for tractor hydraulics, control consoles, and connection procedures.

Hydraulic Hose Connection

Guidance for properly connecting hydraulic hoses to tractor ports.

PTO Pump Installation and Connector

Instructions for installing the PTO pump and connecting electrical connectors.

Transporting the Planter

Safety warnings and guidelines for transporting the planter on public roads.

Cylinder and Hydraulic Hose Information

Detailed specifications and information regarding planter cylinders and hydraulic hoses.

Planter Leveling and Spring Adjustments

Procedures for leveling the planter and adjusting contact wheel springs.

Drive Sprockets and Seed Rate Transmission

Details on contact wheel drive sprockets and seed rate transmission adjustments.

Wrap Spring Wrench and Shear Protection

Operation of wrap spring wrenches and the function of shear pins.

Hitch Linkage, Vacuum Gauge, and PTO Pump Startup

Information on hitch linkage, vacuum gauge, and initial PTO pump startup.

Hydraulic/Electric Operation Overview

Overview of planter controls, hydraulic functions, and electrical operations.

Transport to Field Sequence

Step-by-step procedure to transition the planter from transport to field operation.

Field to Transport Sequence

Step-by-step procedure to transition the planter from field to transport position.

Row Marker Operation and Adjustment

How to operate, adjust speed, chain, and length of row markers.

Vacuum System Components

Description of the vacuum system, including fan valve block and analog gauge.

Precision Farming Displays

Information on Ag Leader Integra, PMM, and InCommand 1200 displays.

Point Row Clutch Systems

Explanation of single and two-speed point row clutch operation and control.

Piston Pump and Fertilizer Systems

Information on piston pump operation, check valves, and liquid fertilizer systems.

Field Testing Procedures

Essential field tests for seed population, chemical application, and planter level.

Seed Meter Operation and Settings

Details on planting depth, closing wheels, seed meters (brush, finger, vacuum).

Row Unit Components and Attachments

Information on seed hoppers, drive release, extension brackets, and chains.

Down Force Spring Adjustments

Details on adjusting quick adjustable down force springs for optimal planting.

Pneumatic Down Pressure System

Explanation and operation of the pneumatic down pressure system.

Seed Meter Types and Lubrication

Details on brush-type and finger pickup seed meters and lubrication requirements.

Vacuum Seed Meter Settings and Cleanout

Vacuum settings for crops and procedures for seed meter maintenance and cleanout.

Coulter and Residue Wheel Components

Details on frame-mounted coulters, disc furrowers, and residue wheels.

Chemical Application Systems

Information on granular chemical hoppers, incorporators, and banding options.

Rate Charts and Application Data

General Planting Rate Information

Guidelines for selecting correct sprockets and making field checks for planting rates.

Finger Pickup Seed Meter Planting Rates

Approximate seeds per hectare for finger pickup meters with various drive sprockets.

Brush-Type Seed Meter Planting Rates

Approximate seeds per hectare for brush-type meters with various drive sprockets.

Vacuum Planting Rates (Corn/Sunflower)

Vacuum planting rates for corn/sunflower with 15-tooth drive sprockets.

Vacuum Planting Rates (Milo/Sugar Beet/Specialty)

Vacuum planting rates for milo/sugar beet/specialty with 22-tooth drive sprockets.

Liquid Fertilizer Piston Pump Application Rates

Application rates in liters per hectare for liquid fertilizer piston pumps.

Dry Insecticide Application Rates

Approximate application rates in kg/hectare for dry insecticides at 8 km/h.

Dry Herbicide Application Rates

Approximate application rates in kg/hectare for dry herbicides at 8 km/h.

Lubrication and Maintenance

Lubrication Symbols and Sealed Bearings

Explanation of lubrication symbols and information on sealed bearings.

Drive Chain Lubrication

Instructions for lubricating all transmission and drive chains daily.

Bushing Lubrication and Sliding Hitch Linkage

Lubricating bushings and inspecting the sliding hitch linkage.

PTO Shaft Coupling and Wrap Spring Wrench

Maintenance for PTO shaft coupling and wrap spring wrench assembly.

Piston Pump Crankcase Oil Level

Checking and maintaining the liquid fertilizer piston pump crankcase oil level.

Grease Fitting Lubrication Points

Locations and frequencies for greasing fittings on the planter.

Mounting Bolts and Hardware Torque Values

Importance of checking hardware tightness and torque values for assembly.

Transport Tires and Inflation Specifications

Safety information for transport tires and their inflation specifications.

Finger Pickup Seed Meter Maintenance

Inspection and adjustment procedures for finger pickup seed meters.

Brush-Type Seed Meter Maintenance

Maintenance procedures for brush-type seed meters, including seed disc wear.

Vacuum Seed Meter Maintenance and Cleanout

Procedures for maintaining and cleaning vacuum seed meters.

Gauge Wheel Adjustment and Bushing Replacement

How to adjust gauge wheels and replace arm bushings/seals.

Seed Opener Disc Blade/Bearing Assembly

Proper blade clearance and maintenance for seed opener disc assemblies.

Seed Tube Guard and Frame Mounted Coulter

Maintenance for seed tube guards and frame-mounted coulters.

Disc Furrower and Residue Wheel Maintenance

Lubrication and maintenance for disc furrowers and residue wheels.

No Till Coulter and Residue Wheel Maintenance

Maintenance for no-till coulters and coulter-mounted residue wheels.

Storage Preparation for Attachments

Preparing granular chemical attachment and spring tooth incorporators for storage.

Point Row Clutch Maintenance

Maintenance procedures for single and two-speed point row clutches.

Testing and Fuse Replacement

How to test clutch operation and replace fuses in the control console.

Pump Drive, Oil Cooler, and Vacuum Gauge Adjustment

Maintenance for pump drive/oil cooler and adjusting the digital vacuum gauge.

Hydraulic Component Information

Information on check valves, detent lever, flow control, and pressure relief valves.

Solenoid Valve, Stroke Limiter, and Chain Tension

Information on solenoid valves, stroke limiter valve, and chain tension adjustment.

Stroke Limiter (Height Stop) Valve Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the stroke limiter valve for correct toolbar height.

Detent Lever (Lowering Control) Valve Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the detent lever valve for proper lowering sequence.

Row Marker Bearing Maintenance

Lubrication or replacement procedures for row marker bearings.

Lift/Ground Drive Wheel Bearing Maintenance

Procedures for repacking or replacing lift/ground drive wheel bearings.

Transport Wheel Bearing Replacement

Procedure for replacing transport wheel bearings.

Fertilizer Check Valve and Pump Storage

Cleaning fertilizer check valves and storing the piston pump and fertilizer system.

Planter Preparation for Storage

Comprehensive steps for preparing the planter for off-season storage.

Electrical Schematics and Diagrams

Electrical Wiring Diagram for Light Package

Wiring diagram illustrating the planter's light package connections.

Electrical Control Console Schematic

Schematic diagram of the electrical control console and its functions.

Tractor Wiring Harness Schematic

Wiring schematic showing harness connections on the tractor.

Planter Wiring Harness Schematic

Wiring schematic showing harness connections on the planter.

Valve Block Wiring Diagrams

Wiring diagrams for valve blocks located on the hitch, tower, and R.H. wing.

Two-Speed Point Row Clutch Control Console Schematic

Schematic diagram for the optional two-speed point row clutch control console.

Vacuum Fan Control Wiring Harness Schematic

Wiring schematic for the vacuum fan control system.

Hydraulic Schematics and Functions

Hydraulic Hose Life Guidelines

Best practices for storing hydraulic hoses to ensure longevity and prevent failure.

Vacuum Fan Hydraulic System Schematic

Hydraulic schematic illustrating the vacuum fan system for the 24 Row 70 CM planter.

Overall Hydraulic System Schematics

Detailed hydraulic system schematics for the 24 Row 70 CM planter.

Hydraulic Valve Block Locations

Diagrams showing the locations of hydraulic valve blocks on the planter.

Hydraulic Valve Block Functions

Explanation of the function of each identified hydraulic valve assembly.

Troubleshooting Guide

Closing Wheel Problems

Common issues with closing wheels and their solutions.

Lift Circuit Problems

Common issues related to the lift circuit and possible solutions.

Piston Pump Problems

Common problems encountered with the piston pump and their resolutions.

Stroke Limiter Valve Problems

Common issues with the stroke limiter valve and troubleshooting steps.

Point Row Clutch Problems

Common problems with point row clutches and solutions.

PTO Pump and Row Marker Problems

Troubleshooting for PTO pump/oil cooler and row marker operation issues.

Brush-Type Seed Meter Problems

Common problems and solutions for brush-type seed meters.

Solenoid Valve Problems

Common problems and solutions related to solenoid valves.

Vacuum Seed Meter Problems

Common problems and solutions for vacuum seed meters.

Finger Pickup Seed Meter Problems

Common problems and solutions for finger pickup seed meters.

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