Tractor Ops Area 2024

When connecting 3-point hitch implements, the upper link or center link should be connected __________.

• to the drawbar

• to the PTO shaft

• before connecting the draft links to the implement

• after connecting the draft links to the implement

If the tractor is equipped with flexible lift arms, connect the left draft link __________.

• first

• after connecting the right draft link

• after connecting the center link or upper link

• after installing sway blocks

Each draft link has a rotating steel ball for connecting implements. If the ball does not fit correctly over the implement pin, you are connecting an implement and tractor with ______________________________.

• the wrong draft links

• with the wrong hydraulic cylinder hoses

• different category hitch dimensions

• compatible hitch ball dimensions

Installing a __________________________ on an implement hitch pin will alleviate the play in the hitch ball connection on the draft links.

• drawbar

• bushing

• center link

• SAE Grade 5 Bolt and nut

Which of the following best describes a Quick Attaching Coupler for the 3-point hitch?

• The frame includes an upper hook with a long, tapered point and two lower coupling hooks or jaws.

• The system includes a pressure gauge to indicate what weight is being transferred. During operation, move the rockshaft lever until the gauge pointer moves to the band indicated for proper weight transfer.

• This system has a rotating bar that is adjustable and can handle various RPM speeds. One coupler attaches to the implements motor housing shaft and the other connects to the PTO stub shaft on the tractor.

• A metal bar with pin holes that are adjustable and can be moved in and out for correct depth. This system is used to attach an implement, usually a 2 wheeled implement, to the tractor.

A tractor with a 540 rpm stub shaft has _________ splines.

• 6
• 20

• 21

• 12

If the tractor’s PTO stub shaft is rusty, what is the best product to apply to aid in connecting the shafts?

• Diesel Fuel

• Grease

• Heat

• Oil

Which of the following is not a locking device for a PTO connection?

• Spring – loaded lock pin

• Telescoping coupler

• Bolt and Nut

• Self - locking coupler

Most powershafts (PTO’s) have the ability to telescope. These shafts are usually constructed with a square shaft inserted into a housing. It is important that at least __________ inches of the sliding shaft remain within the housing when the powershaft (PTO) is connected to the tractor.

• 5 ½
• 1

• 3 ½

• 10