Swift Hitch Instruction Manual

SwiftHitch Heavy Duty | Super duty Original Instruction

IMPORTANT Read this manual before operation HUSTLER EQUIPMENT INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

CONTENTS

Introduction................................................................................. 2 Important..................................................................................... 2 Specifications............................................................................. 2 Warranty ...................................................................................... 3 Warnings...................................................................................... 4 Maintenance................................................................................ 5 Operational Instructions........................................................... 6 Trouble Shooting........................................................................ 6

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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a HUSTLER SWIFTHITCH TOW BAR Please read through this manual as it contains important information which you need to know.

Please take special note of the warnings on page 4, routine servicing on page 5 and trouble shooting page 6.

Correctly maintained and operated this machine will give many years of service. Should you have any questions please contact the dealer who supplied you this machine. They have trained technicians who will be able to help you.

IMPORTANT • Please ensure this booklet is read and understood by every operator of this machine.

• Also ensure that this booklet goes with the machine if it is resold and is read and understood by owner.

SPECIFICATIONS Capacity:

Heavy Duty - 4000kg drawbar load, 32mm pin = 10,000kg GVM, 40mm pin = 15,000 kg GVM Super Duty - 5000kg drawbar load, 32mm pin = 10,000kg GVM, 40mm pin = 15,000 kg GVM, 50mm pin = 20,000 kg GVM

Hitch Requirements:

Heavy Duty = CAT 2, Super Duty = CAT 3

Tractor Size:

The trailer must not exceed the rated towing capacity of the tractor or the SWIFTHITCH TOW BAR

Machine Weight

Heavy Duty= 70kg, Super Duty = 112kg

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WARRANTY

(Super Duty | Heavy Duty) The goods specified in the Instruction Manual as designed and supplied by the Manufacturer are warranted against faulty workmanship and defective materials for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase.

Such warranty is subject to the following conditions: 1. This warranty covers the repair or replacement of parts or machinery sold by the manufacturer and damaged as a result of the faulty workmanship or materials in such parts or machinery.

It does not extend to any other loss or damage including consequential loss or damage or loss to other property or persons.

2. Without limiting the generality of paragraph 1 above, this warranty does not cover the following: a. Travel expenses. b. Damage caused by accident, misuse or abuse. c. Damage to any goods which have been altered or modified by someone other than the manufacturer or its authorised agent d. Damage or loss to the goods due to their unsuitability for any particular use or for using with any particular tractor except where such use or tractor had been specifically approved by the manufacturer. e. Damage or loss where the fitting and installation of the goods were not carried out By the manufacturer or its authorised dealer. f. Paint damage or wear. g. Wear and tear where Hustler deem the product to be in a high wear environment 3. Procedure for recovery under warranty. No loss or damage will be covered by this warranty unless the following procedure is followed by the purchaser a. The loss or damage should be reported immediately to the dealer (who will contact the manufacturer who will advise whether it is covered by the warranty and undertake the necessary action).

“This warranty shall be interpreted according to the laws of New Zealand and the parties agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the Courts of New Zealand.”

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WARNINGS • Take EXTREME CARE when connecting the tow bar to the three point linkage of a tractor. Ensure the tractor handbrake is applied before leaving the cab. Ensure the correct size hitch balls are used.

• Inspect the SWIFTHITCH for damage or wear BEFORE each use.

ENSURE the hitch safety latch is working correctly and the spring is functioning. If the spring fails it could cause the trailer to come disconnected from the tow bar.

• ALL persons must be kept well clear of machine in operation. Only the operator should be within 3 metres of the machine during operation.

• Watch CAREFULLY when driving for over-width and tail-swing when travelling through gateways or near objects or people.

• When tow bar is not being used, ensure it is stored securely and will NOT fall onto anyone passing by.

• If the tow bar is connected to a tractor, BEFORE attempting maintenance or any work, ensure the tractor engine is shut off and no one is near the hydraulic controls.

• DO NOT allow any person(s) to ride on the tow bar or trailed machine at ANY time.

• ALWAYS lift the tow bar to the correct height specified in the ‘Operating Instruction’ section before towing a trailed unit • Take EXTREME CARE when towing a trailer over uneven or sloped ground. The angle changes the balance point and could tip the vehicle over. The tractor and trailer manufacturer capacity and angle ratings must be adhered to.

• NO alteration or modification is to be done on this machine unless undertaken or authorised by Hustler. Otherwise this will void warranty.

• KEEP CLEAR of moving hitch safety latch. It may pinch a hand or fingers.

• REGULARLY check the machine for signs of wear, stress or damage.

• ENSURE any parts are repaired/replaced if needed.

• Hustler Equipment recommend using a rated safety chain from the trailed unit to either the tractor or the Swifthitch. It is for the operator to check the law of their country/state regarding towing a trailer unit. Hustler Equipement do not recommend driving over undulating terrain or on public roads using the Swifthitch.

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MAINTENANCE (also do this before initial operation) • Grease the hitch pin wear plate regularly • The hitch pin must be connected using a nyloc nut and MUST be torqued to 900n/m. If the pin is removed/replaced it MUST fixed using a new nyloc nut.

• After the first 10 hours of operation check all pins have their retaining clips attached.

• During routine servicing check that the rope is attached securely and the clips have retained their spring.

• Check the hitch safety latch is working correctly before each use.

Regulary check the spring for wear, if the spring fails the trailer may disconnect from the tow bar.

• In a salty atmosphere keep grease on the pins.

• Regularly check the machine for signs of wear, stress or damage.

Ensure any parts are repaired/replaced if needed.

• Get out, fit the hitch pins and latch securely in place. Connect the hydraulic couplings so pulling the lever towards you or to your left clamps the bale.

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OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS • Connect the 3-point linkage to the SWIFTHITCH. • With the tractor and trailed unit sitting on level gorund, lift the SWIFTHITCH up to connect the pin through the trailer eye.

• Set the SWIFTHITCH height so the hitch frame is at 90 degrees to the trailer draw bar. See picture below.

• Ensure the trailer jack is lifted well clear of the ground so it will not hit when on non-level ground.

• We recommend a safety chain is connected from the trailer to either the SWIFTHITCH or the tractor.

TROUBLE SHOOTING ISSUE

SOLUTION

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The safety Latch spring is damaged or has been removed.

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Replace the Safety Latch spring

Hitch Pin loose

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Hitch may have been lifted too high when towing a trailer

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See the ‘Operating Instructions’ section for correct hitch height setup

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The incorrect pin size is used for the load it is towing

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See the ‘Specifications’ section for pin ratings

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Dirty Platform

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If this occurs the platform should be cleaned and silicon sprayed on, as the residue can stop the bale rotating properly.

Outer layer of the bale separating from the inner layer

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POSSIBLE CAUSE

Safety Latch not holding the trailer eye on the hitch pin

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SWIFTHITCH HEAVY DUTY | SUPER DUTY

Hustler Equipment LTD PO Box 2127, 1416 Omahu Road Hastings, 4153, New Zealand.

Phone +64 6 879 7926 www.hustlerequipment.co.nz

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