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Kinze 3500 - User Manual

Kinze 3500
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This manual applies to: Model: 3500 Pivot Fold Planters (with conventional hoppers)
2015 - 2018 production
Record the model number and serial number of your planter along with date purchased:
Model Number __________________________________
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Monitor Serial Number _______________________________________________
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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.
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MODEL 3500
PIVOT FOLD PLANTER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
M0258-01 Rev. 9/17
2015 production
3500

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • B
    Billy RichardsonJul 27, 2025
    Why are my Kinze 3500 Farm Equipment closing wheels not firming soil around the seed?
    • E
      Edward Brown Jr.Jul 27, 2025
      This issue may arise from insufficient closing wheel down pressure. To resolve this, adjust the closing wheel pressure. In severe no-till conditions, consider using cast iron closing wheels.
  • K
    Kathleen Choi MDAug 3, 2025
    What to do if Kinze Farm Equipment closing wheel(s) leave a severe imprint in the soil?
    • R
      Rachel MoodyAug 3, 2025
      If the closing wheels are leaving a severe imprint, it's likely due to excessive closing wheel down pressure. Adjust the closing wheel pressure to alleviate this issue.
  • E
    Elizabeth BeasleyAug 11, 2025
    What to do if “V” closing wheel is running on top of seed furrow in Kinze 3500 Farm Equipment?
    • P
      Patricia WilsonAug 11, 2025
      The “V” closing wheel running on top of the seed furrow is caused by improper centering. To fix this, align the wheel. Refer to “V Closing Wheel Adjustment”.
  • S
    Sandra BestAug 18, 2025
    What to do if single closing wheel is not directly over seed on Kinze Farm Equipment?
    • N
      Norma JohnsonAug 18, 2025
      The single closing wheel not being directly over the seed is caused by improper centering. To resolve this, align the wheel. See “Covering Discs/Single Press Wheel Adjustment”.

Summary

Predelivery and Delivery Checklist

Predelivery Inspection

Checklist for inspecting planter after assembly.

Delivery and Post-Delivery Checks

Information for customer at delivery and suggested first season checks.

Overview and General Information

General Information and Specifications

Manual scope, specifications, and tractor hydraulic requirements.

Warranty Information

Details about the Kinze Limited Warranty.

Safety Rules and Instructions

Essential safety practices and hazard warnings.

Machine Operation

Tractor Hookup and Setup

Tractor requirements, preparation, and hitch adjustments.

Hydraulic System Operation

Explains hydraulic system components and operation.

Planter Adjustments and Settings

Adjusting drive sprockets, springs, and row markers.

Seed Meter Systems Operation

Operation of digital/analog vacuum gauges and vacuum meters.

Field Operations and Checks

Field testing, seed population, and chemical application checks.

Row Unit Operation

Planting Depth and Closing Wheels

Adjusting planting depth and V closing wheels.

Down Pressure and Row Unit Attachments

Pneumatic down pressure and various row unit attachments.

Seed Meter Types and Maintenance

Brush-type, finger pickup, and vacuum seed meters.

Coulters and Residue Management

Frame mounted coulters and residue wheels.

Fertilizer Attachments

Fertilizer Opener Types

Double disc, notched, HD single disc, and residue wheel openers.

Dry and Liquid Fertilizer Systems

Dry fertilizer attachment and liquid fertilizer options.

Planting Rate Charts

General Planting Rate Information

Guidance on selecting rates and factors affecting them.

Seed Meter Planting Rates

Rates for finger pickup, brush-type, and vacuum seed meters.

Chemical Application Rates

Rates for dry insecticide, herbicide, and fertilizer.

Lubrication and Maintenance

Basic Lubrication Procedures

Lubrication of chains, bearings, bushings, and fittings.

Hardware Torque and Tire Pressure

Torque values for hardware and operating tire pressures.

Seed Meter Maintenance and Cleaning

Maintenance and cleaning for finger pickup, brush, and vacuum meters.

Component Repair and Storage

Component replacement, storage, and hydraulic diagrams.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Closing Wheel and Pump Problems

Solves problems with closing wheels, piston pumps, and PTO pumps.

Row Marker Operation Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting row marker operation.

Seed Meter Troubleshooting

Problems with brush-type and finger pickup seed meters.

Vacuum Seed Meter Troubleshooting

Solves problems with vacuum seed meters.

Kinze 3500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypePlanter
Fertilizer OptionsLiquid or Dry
Drive SystemHydraulic
WeightVaries by model
Row Spacing15, 20, 22, 30, 36, 38 inches

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