Landoll D10P User Manual

Model D5P/D10P

Power Ditcher

Operator’ s Manual

LANDOLL CORPORATION

1900 North Street

Marysville, Kansas 66508

[phone]

800-428-5655 ~ WWW.LANDOLL.COM

F-351-0411 04/2011

1 Introduction

Understanding Safety Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

2 Standard Specifications
3 Assembly Instructions

Assembly - Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

After Assembly - Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

General Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Physical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Table of Contents

4 Operation and Maintenance

Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Power Ditcher Operation and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Attaching to the Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Chain Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Shear Bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

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Chapter 1

Introduction

The Landoll Model D5P/D10P Power Ditcher is a quality product designed to give years of trouble free performance.
By following each section of this manual, your system will perform as designed for you and your operation

CHAPTER 1 gives basic instructions on the use of this manual.
CHAPTER 2 gives product specifications. These specifications supply lengths and measures for your

equipment. A S tandard Bolt Torque Table is provided to give guidelines for bolt to rques to
be used when servicing this product.

CHAPTER 3 contains assembly instructions for your Model D5P/D10P Power Ditcher. When these

procedures are correctly followed, your equipment should provide you years of
trouble-free operation and service.

CHAPTER 4 instructs how to operate your equipment before using it, and describes adjustments

needed. It also gives practical advice for the care and maintenance of your Landoll
equipment. Drawings in this section locate adjustment points on the equipment.

NOTE: IF THE EQUIPMENT IS IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED OR MAINTAINED, THE
WARRANTY IS VOID. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT:

LANDOLL CORPORATION

1900 NORTH STREET

MARYSVILLE, KANSAS 66508

or phone:

[phone] or

[phone]
[phone]

CHAPTER 5 is a troubleshooting guide to aid in diagnosing and solving problems with the equipment.
PARTS LIST is a separate manual showing the various assemblies, subassemblies, and systems.

Refer to that manual when ordering Landoll replacement parts. Order parts from your
Landoll dealer.

WARRANTY The Warranty Registration form is included with the product documents. Fill it out and

mail it within 15 days of purchase.

NOTE: IMPROPER ASSEMBLY, MODIFICATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF YOUR
LANDOLL MACHINE CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY.

COMMENTS Address comments or questions regarding this publication to:

LANDOLL CORPORATION

1900 NORTH STREET

MARYSVILLE, KANSAS 66508

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INTRODUCTION



DANGER



WARNING



CAUTION

NOTE

NOTE

Understanding Safety Statements

You will find various types of safety information on the
following pages and on the machine signs (decals)
attached to the vehicle. This section explains their
meaning.

The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Danger means a life-threatenin g sit ua ti on ex is ts.
Death can occur if safety measures or
instructions on this label are not properly
followed.

Warning means serious injury or death can occur
if safety measures or instructions on this label
are not properly followed.

Caution means serious equipment or other
property damage can occur if instruction s on this
label are not properly followed.

Means that failure to follow these instructions could
cause damage to the equipment or cause it to operate
improperly.

Make sure you read and understand the informatio n
contained in this manual and on the machine signs
(decals) before you attempt to operate or maintain this
vehicle.

The safety statements contai ned in this manual relate to
the operation of the Model D5P/D10P Power Ditcher.

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Chapter 2

NOTE

Standard Specifications

The D5P/D10P Series Power Ditchers are connected to
the tractor PTO shaft by means of a shielded double
u-joint. The 2-3/16” diameter alloy steel in-put and
out-put shafts are connected by a #80-2 double roller
chain drive. The drive system rotates on four (4) tri-ply
seal ball bearings in a continuous oil bath.

The D5P18A has a 22 tooth in-put sprocket and a 16
tooth out-put sprocket. The D10P18A has a 16 tooth
in-put sprocket and a 22 tooth out-put sprocket. This
combination gives a cutter head speed of 740 RPM on
both models. (D5P18 @ 540 RPM PTO and D10P18 @
1000 RPM PTO.)

Model D5P18A Model D10P18A

Horsepower
Recommendation

“A” Frame

Cutter Head

Chain Drive
Shear Bolt

Universal Drive Shaft
Chain Drive

For use on tractors with 540 RPM PTO
from 50 to 110 PTO horsepower.

Category II and III 3-point hitch.
Adjustable 18” to 20” Features four (4) replaceable high-carbon steel blades. Rotates at

740 RPM.
Heavy duty, endless #80H roller chain. Shafts 2-3/16” dia. high carbon steel.
Case hardened top sprockets with 22

teeth and bottom sprockets have 16 teeth.
Two - 3/8” dia. grade 8

1-3/8”- 6B Spline. Quick coupler connects
to 540 RPM tractor PTO shaft. Shaft is
telescoping and fully shielded.

6” x 10” x 1/4” tubing welded into rigid, one-piece, all-welded main frame

The entire drive system is inside a 6”x10” steel case,
easily accessible by two removable end plates.

The cutter head has four (4) heat treated high carbon
steel blades with a cutting diameter adjustable from 18”
to 20”.

The D5P18A Power Ditcher is designed for use on
tractors with 50 to 110 PTO horsepower and 540 RPM
PTO. The D10P18A Power Ditcher is designed for use
on tractors with 80 to 150 PTO horsepower and 1000
RPM PTO.

For use on tractors with 1000 RPM PTO from
80 to 150 PTO horsepower.

Case hardened top sprockets with 16 teeth
and bottom sprockets have 22 teeth.

1-3/8”- 21 Spline. Quick coupler connects to
1000 RPM tractor PTO shaft. Shaft is
telescoping and fully shielded. (Note:
D10PH18A Models use 1-3/4” - 20 Spline
Drive Shaft)

D10P models can be used with 540 PTO tractors by
reversing sprockets and replacing the tractor end PTO
yoke.

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STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

LANDOLL CORPORATION

GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (REV. 4/97)

THIS CHART PROVIDES TIGHTENING TORQUES FOR GENERAL PURPOSE APPLICATIONS WHEN SPECIAL TORQUES ARE NOT SPECIFIED ON PROCESS
OR DRAWING.
ASSEMBLY TORQUES APPLY TO PLATED NUTS AND CAPSCREWS ASSEMBLED WITHOUT SUPPLEMENTAL LUBRICATIO N (AS RECEIVED CONDITION).
THEY DO NOT APPLY IF SPECIAL GRAPHITE MOLY-DISULFIDE OR OTHER EXTREME PRESSURE LUBRICANTS ARE USED.
WHEN FASTENERS ARE DRY (SOLVENT CLEANED), ADD 33% TO AS RECEIVED CONDITION TORQUE.
BOLT HEAD IDENTIFICATION MARKS INDICATE GRADE AND MAY VARY FROM MANUFACTURER TO MANUFACTURER.
THICK NUTS MUST BE USED ON GRADE 8 CAPSCREWS.
USE VALUE IN [ ] IF USING PREVAILING TORQUE NUTS.

TORQUE IS SPECIFIED IN FOOT POUNDS

UNC

Size

SAE Grade2SAE Grade5SAE Grade

8

UNF
Size

SAE Grade 2SAE Grade5SAE Grade

8

1/4-20 4 [5] 6 [7] 9 [11] 1/4-28 5 [6] 7 [9] 10 [12]
5/16-18 8 [10] 13 [16] 18 [22] 5/16-24 9 [11] 14 [17] 20 [25]
3/8-16 15 [19] 23 [29] 35 [43] 3/8-24 17 [21] 25 [31] 35 [44]
7/16-14 24 [30] 35 [43] 55 [62] 7/16-20 27 [34] 40 [50] 60 [75]
1/2-13 35 [43] 55 [62] 80 [100] 1/2-20 40 [50] 65 [81] 90 [112]
9/16-12 55 [62] 80 [100] 110 [137] 9/16-18 60 [75] 90 [112] 130 [162]
5/8-11 75 [94] 110 [137] 170 [212] 5/8-18 85 [106] 130 [162] 180 [225]
3/4-10 130 [162] 200 [250] 280 [350] 3/4-16 150 [188] 220 [275] 320 [400]
7/8-9 125 [156] 320 [400] 460 [575] 7/8-14 140 [175] 360 [450] 500 [625]
1-8 190 [237] 408 [506] 680 [850] 1-14 210 [263] 540 [675] 760 [950]
1-1/8-7 270 [337] 600 [750] 960 [1200] 1-1/8-12 300 [375] 660 [825] 1080 [1350]
1-1/4-7 380 [475] 840 [1050] 1426 [1782] 1-1/4-12 420 [525] 920 [1150] 1500 [1875]
1-3/8-6 490 [612] 110 [1375] 1780 [2225] 1-3/8-12 560 [700] 1260 [1575] 2010 [2512]
1-1/2-6 650 [812] 1460 [1825] 2360 [2950] 1-1/2-12 730 [912] 1640 [2050] 2660 [3325]
1-3/4-5 736 [920] 1651 [2063] 2678 [3347] 1-3/4-12 920 [1150] 2063 [2579] 3347 [4183]

METRIC

COARSE THREAD METRIC CLASS 10.9 FASTENERS AND CLASS 10.0 NUTS AND THROUGH HARDENED FLAT WASHERS, PHOSPHATE COATED, ROCKWELL
“C” 38-45.
USE VALUE IN [ ] IF USING PREVAILING TORQUE NUTS.

Nominal

Thread

Diameter

mm

Standard Torque Nominal

Newton-

Meters

Foot-

Pounds

Thread

Diameter

mm

Standard Torque

Newton-

Meters

Foot-

Pounds

6 10 [14] 7 [10] 20 385 [450] 290 [335]
7 16 [22] 12 [16] 24 670 [775] 500 [625]
8 23 [32] 17 [24] 27 980 [1105] 730 [825]
10 46 [60] 34 [47] 30 1330 [1470] 990 [1090]
12 80 [101] 60 [75] 33 1790 [1950] 1340 [1450]
14 125 [155] 90 [115] 36 2325 [2515] 1730 [1870]
16 200 [240] 150 [180] 39 3010 [3210] 2240 [2380]
18 275 [330] 205 [245]

Table 2-1: General Torque Specifications

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