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Table of Contents
Fertilizer Spreaders
FS500, FS700 & FS1000
15594
309-500M
Operator’s Manual
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Land Pride Table of Contents Table of Contents Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Section 3: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Be Aware of Signal Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 How to adjust the Spreader Vanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 How to adjust the Deliver
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ON Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Keep Riders Be Aware of Signal Words ! WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous Off Machinery A signal word designates a degree or situation which, if not avoided, could level of hazard seriousness. The Riders obstruct the operator’s result in death or serious injury, and signal words are: view. They
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Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Reduce speed if towed load is not Use Safety Transport equipped with breaks. Lights and Devices Machinery Safely Use the following maximum speed - tow load weight ratios as Slow moving tractors, self- Comply with state and local laws. propelled equipment, and towed a guideline: Maximum transport speed for implements can create a
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Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Avoid High Wear Prepare for Emergencies Pressure Fluids Hazard Protective Equipment Be prepared if a fire starts. Escaping fluid under pressure can Protective clothing and equipment Keep a first aid kit and fire penetrate the skin causing serious should be worn. extinguisher handy. injury. Wear clothing and equipment Keep emergen
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Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information the correct safety labels are included in the request. To Safety Labels order new labels go to your Land Pride dealer. 1. Your fertilizer spreader comes equipped with all safety 5. Refer to this section for proper label placement. labels in place. They were designed to help you safely To install new labels: operate your spreader. Read and follow their directions. a. Clean the area the label is to be placed. 2. Keep all safety labels clean
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Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information 818-540C 15355 Danger: Guard Missing ROTATING DRIVELINE KEEP AWAY! 818-552C Danger: Rotating Driveline 15355 6/27/08 FS500, FS700 & FS1000 Fertilizer Spreaders 309-500M 5
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Land Pride Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new Owner Assistance product owners. The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is This Fertilizer Spreader has been designed with care and necessary to provide you with quality customer service. built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper If customer service or repair parts are required contact a assembly, maintenan
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 1: Assembly and Set-up Section 1: Assembly and Set-up Tractor Requirements Optional Equipment Assemblies The frame is designed for mounting on 3-point hitch tractor Agitator (category 1 or 2). Assemble the agitator as shown in Figure 1-2. Assembly The Fertilizer is disassembled when it gets the dealer. Refer to Figure 1-1 for assembly. Agitator Assembly Hook-Up Adjust the 3-point hitch so that the distributer disc is 18283 Assembly horizontal and about 27 1/2
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operation Section 2: Operation Transporting f. Apply multi-purpose grease to inside of outer The Fertilizer Spreader is equipped with a towing hook for (female) driveline section. Assemble driveline and trailers. Maximum towing weight is 1200 pounds. install on tractor and spreader. Pull on each driveline section to be sure yokes lock into place. Make certain driveline shielding is in place and in ! good condition. CAUTION! Never transport your Fertilizer
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 3: Adjustments Section 3: Adjustments Adjustments How to adjust the Spreader Vanes To ensure even distribution on either side of the fertilizer spreader of differing specific gravities the vanes can be adjusted to the different holes on the distributor disc. When all vanes are placed in hole #1, the distribution to the left of the tractor driver is increased. If inserted into hole #4, distribution to the right of the driver increases. Refer to Figure 3-1. The
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 3: Adjustments Spreading Chart for Fertilizer and Seed TRACTO SPRED QUANTITY SPREAD IN LBS./ACRE AT VARIOUS GATE SETTINGS R SPEED WIDTH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8.5 (MPH) (FEET) 2.5 132 245 402 635 929 1014 1140 1248 LARGE 60 5.0 66 123 201 318 465 507 570 624 GRANULAR FERTIL- 7.5 44 82 134 212 310 338 380 416 IZER 2.5 311 448 709 925 1025 1118 1182 MEDIUM 53 5.0 156 224 355 463 513 559 591 GRANULAR FERTIL- 7.5 104 149 237 309 342 373 394 IZER 2.5 112 189 322 529 74
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 3: Adjustments TRACTO SPRED QUANTITY SPREAD IN LBS./ACRE AT VARIOUS GATE SETTINGS R SPEED WIDTH 6 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 8.5 (MPH) (FEET) 167 3.0 0 0 0 0 44 333 642 125 4.0 0 0 0 0 33 250 481 100 5.0 0 0 0 0 26 200 385 Red Clover 84 6.0 0 0 0 0 22 167 321 31 72 7.0 0 0 0 0 19 143 275 63 8.0 0 0 0 0 16 125 241 131 3.0 0 0 0 0 30 311 660 98 4.0 0 0 0 0 23 233 495 Kentucky 78 5.0 0 0 0 0 18 186 396 Blue Grass 12 65 & Bermuda 6.0 0 0 0 0 15 155 330 Grass 56 7.0 0 0 0 0 13
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 4: Maintenance implement. Section 4: Maintenance Proper servicing and adjustment can increase the life of any General Maintenance implement. With careful and systematic inspection, you can Prior to operation, thoroughly lubricate fertilizer spreader. avoid costly maintenance, time and repair. Check for proper operation of mechanisms by running the machine at no-load for a few feet. Adjust the distributing assembly for spreading the quantity ! CAUTION! desired
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 5: Specifications and Capacities Section 5: Specifications and Capacities FS500, FS700 & FS1000 Broadcast Spreaders FS500 FS700 FS1000 Capacity (pounds) 5.85 cu. ft. (350 lbs.) 9.38 cu. ft. (563 lbs.) 11.22 cu. ft. (673 lbs.) Overall Dimensions 37” x 40” 44” x 46” 46.8” x 46” Loading Height 3’ 3” 3’ 4” 3’ 7” Weight 118 128 139 3-Point Attachment Category 1 Category 1 Category 1 Net Spreadable Granular Width 23’-54’ 23’-54’ 23’-54’ PTO Attachment Type 1 3/8" 1
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 6: Features and Benefits Section 6: Features and Benefits FS500, FS700 & FS1000 Broadcast Spreaders Features Benefits Hopper capacity FS500-350 lbs.; FS700-563 lbs.; FS1000-673 lbs. to meet specific customer needs. Spreading capacity Highly productive at 44 to 890 lbs. per acre. Spin-type broadcast For even spreading and productive coverage up to 54 ft. 14 Gauge, one piece steel Seamless for accurate and consistent emptying. hopper Heavy-duty all steel frame S
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 7: Appendix Section 7: Appendix Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification 5.8 8.8 10.9 Bolt Size Bolt Size (Metric) (Inches) Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 1 2 3 4 in-tpi N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb mm x pitch N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb 1/4" - 20 7.4 5.6 11 8 16 12 M 5 X 0.8 4 3 6 5 9 7 1/4" - 28 8.5 6 13 10 18 14 M 6 X 1 7 5 11 8 15 11 5/16" - 18 15 11 24 17 33 25 M 8 X 1.25 17 12 26 19 36
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 7: Appendix Notes FS500, FS700 & FS1000 Fertilizer Spreaders 309-500M 6/27/08 16
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Warranty Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used as intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use. Overall Unit: One year Parts and Labor Gearbox and Driveline: One year Parts and Labor This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land Pride and the installation by the d
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