Land Pride Straw Crimper CR2572, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...d Decal Kit in French Language please see your Land Pride dealer Read the Operator s Manual entirely When you see this symbol the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Straw Crimper CR2572 325 037M Operator s Manual Printed 2 4 22 78145 ...

Page 2: ...the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine Update the record by adding the machine weight and measurements provided in the Specifications Capacities Section of this manual with the Option s weight and measurements Dealer Contact Information Model Number Serial Number Machine Height Machine Length Machine Width Machine Weight Delivery Date First Operation Accessories Name ...

Page 3: ... Symbol 1 Be Aware of Signal Words 1 Be Aware of Special Notices 1 Safety Labels 6 Introduction 7 Application 7 Using This Manual 7 Owner Assistance 7 Serial Number 7 Section 1 Assembly Set Up 8 Tractor Requirements 8 Protective Equipment 8 Dealer Preparations 8 Unloading Instructions 8 Torque Requirements 8 Assembly Instructions 9 Hitch Assembly 9 Optional Weight Tanks 10 Section 2 Adjustments 11...

Page 4: ...e appropriate App on your smart phone open the App point your phone on the QR code and take a picture Dealer QR Locator The QR code on the left will link you to available dealers for Land Pride products Refer to Parts Manual QR Locator on this page for detailed instructions CR2572 Straw Crimper 325 037M Table of Contents iv See previous page for Table of Contents ...

Page 5: ...w much experience they may have should carefully read this manual and other related manuals or have the manuals read to them before operating the power machine and this implement Thoroughly read and understand the Safety Label section Read all instructions noted on them Do not operate the equipment while under the influence of drugs or alcohol as they impair the ability to safely and properly oper...

Page 6: ... Remove all tools and unused parts from equipment before operation Do not weld or torch on galvanized metal as it will release toxic fumes Tire Safety Tire changing can be dangerous and must be performed by trained personnel using the correct tools and equipment Always properly match the wheel size to the properly sized tire Always maintain correct tire pressure Do not inflate tires above recommen...

Page 7: ...e difficult to see especially at night Use the Slow Moving Vehicle SMV sign when on public roads Flashing warning lights and turn signals are recommended whenever driving on public roads Avoid High Pressure Fluids Escaping fluid under pressure will penetrate the skin or eyes causing serious injury Relieve all residual pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines or performing work on the hydrauli...

Page 8: ...e silica particles This dust can cause serious injury to the lungs silicosis There are guidelines which should be followed if crystalline silica quartz is present in the dust Be aware of and follow OSHA or other local State or Federal guidelines for exposure to airborne crystalline silica Know the work operations where exposure to crystalline silica may occur Participate in air monitoring or train...

Page 9: ...Important Safety Information 2 4 22 5 This page left blank intentionally ...

Page 10: ...locator at www landpride com 3 Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified by Land Pride When ordering new components make sure the correct safety labels are included in the request 4 Refer to this section for proper label placement To install new labels a Clean surface area where label is to be placed b Spray soapy water o...

Page 11: ...can be scarce Seeding along highways large municipal sites and other areas where erosion control is needed are good applications for a Land Pride Straw Crimper The 72 183 cm width is sized right for most landscaping sized tractors and can be used for large or small landscape jobs or roadside work When the ground is hard and time does not permit another round of preparation before crimping the addi...

Page 12: ...and equipment readily at hand Unloading Instructions CAUTION To avoid minor or moderate injury Never allow anyone under unit while unloading Using a lifting device of adequate size to remove crate from flat bed Place on a smooth flat work surface Carefully uncrate the unit to protect against scratching and or damaging the paint Torque Requirements Refer to TorqueValues Chart for Common Bolt Sizes ...

Page 13: ...r Hitch Assembly Refer to Figure 1 1 1 Install upper hitches 1 and 2 to frame using 1 2 x 1 1 2 long bolts 3 with lock washers 4 and nuts 5 2 Insert bushing 6 between upper hitches install 3 4 x 4 long bolt 7 with lock washer 8 and nut 9 3 Tighten all hardware using torque requirements on page 22 NOTE Do not tighten the hardware until assembly is complete Hitch Assembly Figure 1 1 19167 ...

Page 14: ... correct torque 2 Make sure vented caps 1 and drain plugs 3 are screwed on tight to the weight tanks Water Tanks Option Figure 1 2 19174 Optional Weight Tanks Refer to Figure 1 2 Additional weight may be added to the Crimper with weight tanks that can be filled with water IMPORTANT You could loose steering control if your tractor is too light Refer to your tractor s manual to determine if addition...

Page 15: ...e unit the parking stands must be adjusted so that the Straw Crimper discs rest on level ground as shown in Figure 2 2 Working Position Refer to Figure 2 3 The four parking stands should be fully raised for working and while transporting Parking Stand Unhooked Position without added weights Figure 2 1 Parking Stand Unhooked Position with added weights Figure 2 2 Parking Stands Shown in Working Pos...

Page 16: ...Lubrication 17 Read and follow all Lubrication Instructions Refer to Lubrication Points 17 Check Straw Crimper initially and periodically for loose bolts and pins Refer to Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes 22 Section 3 Operating Instructions WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Make sure safety labels are in their proper location and are in good condition before operating the attached ...

Page 17: ...ecure tractor s 3 Point lower links to the lower hitch clevises as follows Standard Tractors Attach 3 Point lower arms to the upper clevis holes 5 with 7 8 diameter hitch pins 1 and secure with linchpins 3 Hitch pins and linchpins are furnished with Crimper Compact Tractors Attach 3 Point lower arms to the lower clevis holes 4 with 7 8 diameter hitch pins 1 and secure with linchpins 3 Hitch pins a...

Page 18: ... how to adjust tractor s lower 3 Point arms and top center link Tractor Shutdown Procedure The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures Follow these procedures and any additional shutdown procedures provided in your tractor Operator s Manual before leaving the operator s seat 1 Reduce engine speed and disengage power take off if engaged 2 Park tractor and implement on level solid ground 3 L...

Page 19: ...uld have read your operators manual and properly installed your Land Pride CR2572 Straw Crimper on your tractor If you haven t please do so now Using a Crimper is a fairly simple task but there are a few things you need to consider before beginning If you are crimping in an area that employs irrigation or uses a sprinkler system you will need to mark the sprinkler heads with small warning flags so...

Page 20: ...he Crimper by installing optional Land Pride poly water tanks Bricks sand bags blocks etc may be used if fastened securely to the frame Do not exceed 600 lbs of additional weight For additional information see Optional Weight Tanks on page 10 and Specifications and Capacities on page 19 See your nearest Land Pride dealer to purchase the tanks Land Pride Weight Tanks Part No Part Description 325 02...

Page 21: ...r hydraulic controls can be actuated even when power to hydraulics is off WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Make sure controls are all in neutral position or park before starting the power machine Always follow Tractor Shutdown Procedure provided in this manual before dismounting the tractor Perform scheduled maintenance Check for loose hardware missing parts broken parts structural cracks ...

Page 22: ... of Contents Lubrication Points 19170 Disc Hub 12 places Type of Lubrication Multipurpose grease lube Quantity As Required 8 Hours 50 Hrs Multi purpose spray lube Multi purpose grease lube Multi purpose oil lube Intervals in hours at which lubrication is required Lubrication Legend ...

Page 23: ...t w o added weight 475 lbs 216 kg Maximum allowable added weight 600 lbs 272 kg Number Of Discs 12 Disc Spacing 6 1 2 17 cm Disc Hubs 4 Bolt cast iron Frame Construction Tubing 2 1 2 6 cm x 2 1 2 6 cm x 3 16 5 mm Hitch Cat 1 Quick Hitch Fits Land Pride s Model QH15 Quick Hitch Support Stands Support stands in all four corners Water Tank Capacity gallons per tank 36 gallons 136 L per tank Full Wate...

Page 24: ...object to fall into blade area Heat Treated Disc Heat treated discs for longer wear Blades are blunted just right to crimp the straw and not cut it as well as disturbing the soil very little Blade attachment Blades are independent of each other allowing for less side load torque on each blade during turns Blade hub greasing Each blade hub has a grease zerk for smooth rotation Storage stands Each c...

Page 25: ... operate the Crimper on concrete asphalt or blacktop Do not run over solid objects such as tree stumps rocks curbs etc Discs won t go into ground Make sure the 3 Point has been lowered to the ground Extra weight may need to be added to the frame refer to adding weight in operating instructions Do not allow Riders for extra weight There may not be enough moisture in the ground ...

Page 26: ... X 1 5 155 115 240 180 335 245 5 8 18 150 110 230 170 325 240 M18 X 2 5 195 145 310 230 405 300 3 4 10 235 170 360 265 510 375 M18 X 1 5 220 165 350 260 485 355 3 4 16 260 190 405 295 570 420 M20 X 2 5 280 205 440 325 610 450 7 8 9 225 165 585 430 820 605 M20 X 1 5 310 230 650 480 900 665 7 8 14 250 185 640 475 905 670 M24 X 3 480 355 760 560 1050 780 1 8 340 250 875 645 1230 910 M24 X 2 525 390 8...

Page 27: ... to properly maintain oil levels grease points and driveline shafts Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which originally sold the product and all warranty adjustments must be made through an authorized Land Pride dealer Land Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at any time without notice This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render ...

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