Core Aerators

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Core Aerators
CA2560 & CA2572
18976
325-020M
Operator’s Manual
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication . . .15
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Cleaning the Spoons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Rotor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Section 6: Specifications & Capacities . . . . .16
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Section 7: Features & Benefits . . . . . . . . . . .17
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section 8: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section 9: Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . .19
Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Further Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Section 10: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Section 1: Assembly and Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . 7
General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Unloading Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Torque Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Hitch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Optional Weight Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Section 2: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Park Stands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Storage Position Without Added Weight . . . . . . . 9
Storage Position With Added Weight . . . . . . . . . . 9
Field Working Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Section 3: Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . 10
Startup Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Equipment Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Tractor Shutdown Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Quick Hitch Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Leveling Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Unhook Core Aerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Long-Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Ordering Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
General Operation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Section 4: Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Weight Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Safety at All Times Look For The Safety Alert Symbol
!
Careful operation is you best The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
insurance against an accident. potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
All operators, no matter how much
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
experience they may have, should
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
carefully read this manual and
equipment, hazard control, and accident prevention are
other related manuals before
dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and
operating the power machine and
proper training of personnel involved in the operation,
this implement.
transport, maintenance, and storage of equipment.
It is the owner’s obligation to
instruct all operators in safe
operation.
Be Aware of ! WARNING
Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read all Signal Words Indicates a hazardous situation that, if
instructions noted on them. not avoided, could result in death or
Do not operate the equipment A Signal word designates a degree or serious injury.
level of hazard seriousness. The
while under the influence of drugs
signal words are: ! CAUTION
or alcohol as they impair the ability
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if
to safely and properly operate the ! DANGER
equipment. not avoided, could result in minor or
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if
moderate injury.
The operator should be familiar not avoided, will result in death or
with all functions of the tractor and
serious injury. This signal word is to be
attached implement, and be able
limited to the most extreme situations.
to handle emergencies quickly.
Make sure all guards and shields
are in place and secured before
operating implement.
Keep all bystanders away from
equipment and work area. Safety Precautions for Tractor Shutdown & Storage
Start tractor from the driver’s seat Children
If engaged, disengage power
with hydraulic controls in neutral.
take-off.
Tragedy can occur if the operator
Operate tractor and controls from
is not alert to the presence of Park on solid, level ground and
the driver’s seat only.
children, Children generally are lower implement to ground or onto
Never dismount from a moving attracted to implements and their support blocks.
tractor or leave tractor unattended work. Put tractor in park or set park
with engine running.
Never assume children will remain brake, turn off engine, and remove
Do not allow anyone to stand where you last saw them. switch key to prevent unauthorized
between tractor and implement Keep children out of the work area starting.
while backing up to implement.
and under the watchful eye of a Relieve all hydraulic pressure to
Keep hands, feet, and clothing responsible adult. auxiliary hydraulic lines.
away from power-driven parts.
Be alert and shut the implement Wait for all components to stop
While transporting and operating and tractor down if children enter before leaving operator’s seat.
equipment, watch out for objects
the work area. Use steps, grab-handles and
overhead and along side such as
Never carry children on the tractor skid-resistant surfaces when
fences, trees, buildings, wires, etc.
or implement. There is not a safe getting on and off the tractor.
Do not turn tractor so tight as to
place for them to ride. They may Detach and store implement in an
cause hitched implement to ride
fall off and be run over or interfere area where children normally do
up on the tractor’s rear wheel.
with the control of the power not play. Secure implement using
Store implement in an area where machine. blocks and supports.
children normally do not play.
Never allow children to operate the
power machine, even under adult
supervision.
Never allow children to play on the OFF
power machine or implement. REMOVE
Use extra caution when backing
up. Before the tractor starts to
move, look down and behind to
make sure the area is clear.
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Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Tire Safety Transport Safely Maximum transport speed for an
attached equipment is 20 mph. DO
Tire changing can be dangerous Comply with state and local laws. NOT EXCEED. Never travel at a
and must be performed by Use towing vehicle and trailer of speed which does not allow
trained personnel using the adequate size and capacity. Secure adequate control of steering and
correct tools and equipment. equipment towed on a trailer with stopping. Some rough terrains
Always maintain correct tire tie downs and chains. require a slower speed.
pressure. Do not inflate tires Sudden braking can cause a towed As a guideline, use the following
above recommended pressures trailer to swerve and upset. Reduce maximum speed weight ratios for
shown in the Operator’s Manual. speed if towed trailer is not attached equipment:
When inflating tires, use a clip-on equipped with brakes. 20 mph when weight of attached
chuck and extension hose long Avoid contact with any over head equipment is less than or equal
enough to allow you to stand to utility lines or electrically charged to the weight of machine towing
one side and NOT in front of or conductors. the equipment.
over the tire assembly. Use a Always drive with load on end of 10 mph when weight of attached
safety cage if available. loader arms low to the ground. equipment exceeds weight of
Securely support the implement Always drive straight up and down machine towing equipment but
when changing a wheel. not more than double the weight.
steep inclines with heavy end of a
When removing and installing tractor with loader attachment on IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
wheels, use wheel handling the “uphill” side. that is more than double the weight
equipment adequate for the Engage park brake when stopped of the vehicle towing the load.
weight involved.
on an incline.
Make sure wheel bolts have been
tightened to the specified torque.
Use A Safety Chain Practice Safe Maintenance Disconnect battery ground cable (-)
before servicing or adjusting
A safety chain will help control Understand procedure before doing electrical systems or before welding
drawn machinery should it work. Refer to the Operator’s on implement.
separate from the tractor drawbar. Manual for additional information. Do not grease or oil implement
Use a chain with the strength Work on a level surface in a clean while it is in operation.
rating equal to or greater than the dry area that is well-lit. Inspect all parts. Make certain
gross weight of the towed Use properly grounded electrical parts are in good condition &
implement. outlets and tools. installed properly.
Attach the chain to the tractor Use correct tools and equipment for Replace parts on this implement
drawbar support or other specified the job that are in good condition. with genuine Land Pride parts only.
anchor location. Allow only Lower implement to the ground and Do not alter this implement in a way
enough slack in the chain to follow all shutdown procedures which will adversely affect its
permit turning. before leaving the operator’s seat to performance.
Always hitch the implement to the perform maintenance. Remove buildup of grease, oil, or
machine towing it. Do not use the Allow equipment to cool before debris.
safety chain tow the implement.
working on it. Remove all tools and unused parts
from equipment before operation.
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Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Prepare for Emergencies Wear Avoid High
Protective Equipment Pressure Fluids Hazard
Be prepared if a fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire Wear protective clothing and Escaping fluid under pressure can
extinguisher handy. equipment appropriate for the job penetrate the skin causing serious
Keep emergency numbers for such as safety shoes, safety injury.
doctor, ambulance, hospital, and glasses, hard hat, and ear plugs. Before disconnecting hydraulic
fire department near phone. Clothing should fit snug without lines or performing work on the
fringes and pull strings to avoid hydraulic system, be sure to
entanglement with moving parts. release all residual pressure.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise Make sure all hydraulic fluid
can cause hearing impairment or connections are tight and all
hearing loss. Wear suitable hydraulic hoses and lines are in
hearing protection such as good condition before applying
earmuffs or earplugs. pressure to the system.
Operating equipment safely Use a piece of paper or
911 requires the operator’s full cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to
attention. Avoid wearing check for suspected leaks.
headphones while operating Wear protective gloves and safety
equipment. glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems.
DO NOT DELAY. If an accident
Use Safety
occurs, see a doctor familiar with
Lights and Devices this type of injury immediately. Any
fluid injected into the skin or eyes
Slow moving tractors, skid steers, must be treated within
self-propelled machines, and towed a few hours or
equipment can create a hazard gangrene may
when driven on public roads. They result.
are difficult to see, especially at
night. Use the Slow Moving Vehicle
sign (SMV) when on public roads.
Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended Use Seat Belt and ROPS Keep Riders Off
whenever driving on public roads.
Machinery
Land Pride recommends the use
of a CAB or roll-over-protective-
Never carry riders or use tractor
structures (ROPS) and seat belt
to lift or transport individuals.
in almost all power machines.
Combination of a CAB or ROPS There is not a safe place for a
and seat belt will reduce the risk person to ride.
of serious injury or death if the Riders obstruct operator’s view
power machine should be upset. and interfere with the control of
If ROPS is in the locked-up the power machine.
Avoid Underground position, fasten seat belt snugly Riders can be struck by objects or
and securely to help protect thrown from the equipment.
Utilities
against serious injury or death
from falling and machine overturn.
Dig Safe, Call 811 (USA).
Always contact your local utility
companies (electrical, telephone,
gas, water, sewer, and others)
before digging so that they may
mark the location of any
underground services in the area.
Be sure to ask how close you can
work to the marks they positioned.
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Safety Labels specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components
make sure the correct safety labels are included in the
Your Core Aerator comes equipped with all safety labels in request.
place. They were designed to help you safely operate your
4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.
implement. Read and follow their directions. To install new labels:
1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible. a. Clean surface area where label is to be placed.
2. Refer to this section for proper label placement. Replace
b. Spray soapy water onto the cleaned area.
all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from your
c. Peel backing from label and press label firmly onto the
nearest Land Pride dealer. To find your nearest dealer,
surface.
visit our dealer locator at www.landpride.com.
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires d. Squeeze out air bubbles with edge of a credit card or
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as with a similar type of straight edge.
818-719C
General Caution Decal
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Introduction
Introduction
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new Terminology
product owners. This Core Aerator has been designed
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by
with care and built by skilled workers using quality
facing the direction the machine will operate while in use
materials. Proper assembly, maintenance, and safe
unless otherwise stated.
operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory
use from this machine. Definitions
Application
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related
The Land Pride 25 Series Core Aerators are designed for to the following topic. Land Pride’s intention is this
Category 1 - three-point hitch or Quick-Hitch System information must be read & noted before continuing.
mounting. The 25 Series Core Aerators are adapted for
attachment to tractors capable of properly lifting,
NOTE: A special point of information that the
lowering, and transporting up to 1200 lbs. on the three-
operator should be aware of before continuing.
point hitch. These Aerators come in 60" and 72" working
widths.
Owner Assistance
The 25 Series Core Aerators are designed to relieve soil
The dealer should complete the Online Warranty
compaction and allow air circulation in grassy surfaces
Registration at the time of purchase. This information is
such as lawns, soccer fields, football fields, baseball
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
fields, municipal parks, and golf course fairways. The 25
series Aerators utilize replaceable case hardened closed The parts on your Core Aerator have been specially
spoons mounted on weighted rotating discs. These designed by Land Pride and should only be replaced with
spoons pull cores up to 3" in length from the soil profile genuine Land Pride parts. Contact a Land Pride dealer if
every 7" of forward travel. The lateral gang spacing on the customer service or repair parts are required. Your Land
CA256 is 5 1/2" and 6 1/2" on the CA2572. Pulled cores Pride dealer has trained personnel, repair parts, and
are deposited on the surface for subsequent drying, equipment needed to service the implement.
pulverization, or removal. In order to achieve maximum
Serial Number
penetration the CA2560 & CA2572 offer optional poly
water tanks that fit in the top mounted weight trays. When For quick reference and prompt service, record model
filled with water these tanks provide significantly and serial number on the inside cover page and again on
increased down pressure on the spoons. the warranty page. Always provide model number and
serial number when ordering parts and in all
When your turf begins to suffer the effects of compaction
correspondences with your Land Pride dealer. For
and wear, such as shallow root zones, thatch build-up,
location of your serial number plate, see Figure 1.
worn pathways, rock hard ground, poor surface
percolation, or water stands, a Land Pride 25 Series Core
Aerator will help provide seasonal relief.
See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 16 and
“Features & Benefits” on page 17 for additional
information and performance enhancing options.
Using This Manual
•
This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
the operator with safety, assembly, operation,
adjustments, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read
this manual and follow the recommendations to help
ensure safe and efficient operation.
•
The information contained within this manual was
current at the time of printing. Some parts may change
slightly to assure you of the best performance.
•
To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual, contact
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be
downloaded, free-of-charge, from our website at
www.landpride.com 18976
Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
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Introduction
Further Assistance
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new Core
Aerator. If for any reason you do not understand any part
of this manual or are not satisfied with the service
received, the following actions are suggested:
1. Discuss any problems you have with your implement
with your dealership service personnel so they can
address the problem.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership, explain the
problem, and request assistance.
3. For further assistance write to:
Land Pride Service Department
1525 East North Street
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, Ks. 67402-5060
E-mail address
[email protected]
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