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These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Safety at All Times
Thoroughly read and understand
the instructions given in this
manual before operation. Refer to
the “Safety Label” section, read
all instructions noted on them.
Do not allow anyone to operate
this equipment who has not fully
read and comprehended this
manual and who has not been
properly trained in the safe
operation of the equipment.
▲ Operator should be familiar with
all functions of the unit.
▲ Operate implement from the
driver’s seat only.
▲ Make sure all guards and shields
are in place and secured before
operating implement.
▲ Do not leave tractor
▲ implement unattended with
engine running.
▲ Dismounting from a moving
tractor could cause serious injury
or death.
▲ Do not allow anyone to stand
between tractor and implement
while backing up to implement.
▲ Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power-driven parts.
▲ Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid
entanglement with moving parts.
▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc.,
when raising implement. Make
sure all persons are clear of
working area.
▲ Turning tractor too tight may
cause implement to ride up on
wheels. This could result in injury
or equipment damage.
▲ Do not carry passengers on
implement at any time.
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control, and accident prevention
!
Be Aware of
Signal Words
A Signal word designates a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The
signal words are:
!
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is limited to the most
extreme situations, typically for
machine components that, for
functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
For Your Protection
▲ Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read all
instructions noted on them.
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence, and proper training of personnel involved
in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage
of equipment.
!
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
!
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
Shutdown and Storage
▲ Lower machine to ground, put
tractor in park, turn off engine, and
remove the key.
▲ Detach and store implements in a
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement by
using blocks and supports.
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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.
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
▲ Slow moving tractors, self-
propelled equipment, and towed
implements can create a hazard
when driven on public roads. They
are difficult to see, especially at
night.
▲ Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended
whenever driving on public roads.
Transport
Machinery Safely
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Maximum transport speed for
implement is 20 mph. DO NOT
EXCEED. Never travel at a speed
which does not allow adequate
control of steering and stopping.
Some rough terrain require a
slower speed.
▲ Sudden braking can cause a
towed load to swerve and upset.
Reduce speed if towed load is not
equipped with brakes.
▲ Use the following maximum
speed - tow load weight ratios as
a guideline:
▲ 20 mph when weight is less than
or equal to the weight of tractor.
▲ 10 mph when weight is double
the weight of tractor.
▲ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the
weight of tractor.
Keep Riders
Off Machinery
▲ Riders obstruct the operator’s
view, they could be struck by
foreign objects or thrown from the
machine.
▲ Never allow children to operate
equipment.
Practice Safe
Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before
doing work. Use proper tools and
equipment, refer to Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean dry area.
▲ Lower the implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
Your Soil Pulverizer comes equipped with all safety labels in
place. They were designed to help you safely operate your
implement. Read and follow their directions.
1.Keep all safety labels clean and legible.
2.Replace all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels
from your nearest Land Pride dealer. To find your nearest
dealer, visit our dealer locator at 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 the area the label is to be placed.
b.Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to
be placed.
c.Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface.
d.Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
This pulverizer has been designed with care and built by
skilled workers using quality materials. Proper assembly,
maintenance, and safe operating practices will help you
get years of satisfactory use from this pulverizer.
Application
The SP20 and SP30 Soil Pulverizers are designed and
built by Land Pride to loosen, pulverize, and level packed
or encrusted soils in preparation for seeding or laying of
new sod. Both the 20 and 30 Series Pulverizers are
adapted for Category 1 three-point hitch mounting. The
20 series has a minimum 35 hp tractor requirement while
the 30 Series has a minimum 50 hp requirement.
Land Pride Soil Pulverizers come in 60", 72", and 84"
working widths making them well suited for use by
landscapers, rental yards, construction contractors, and
professional turf managers. Applications include golf
courses, housing developments, athletic fields,
nurseries, sod farms, transportation right-of-ways, and
park systems.
See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 11 and
“Features & Benefits” on page 12 for additional
information and performance enhancing options.
Owner Assistance
The Online Warranty Registration or Warranty
Registration card should be completed by the dealer at
the time of purchase. This information is necessary to
provide you with quality customer service.
The parts on your Soil Pulverizer have been specially
designed by Land Pride and should only be replaced with
genuine Land Pride parts. Contact a Land Pride dealer if
customer service or repair parts are required. Your Land
Pride dealer has trained personnel, repair parts, and
equipment needed to service the implement.
Serial Number
Model No. _____________Serial No. _______________
For quick reference and prompt service, record model
number and serial number in the spaces provided above
and again on warranty page 15. Always provide model
number and serial number when ordering parts and in all
correspondences with your Land Pride dealer. Refer to
Figure 1 for location of your serial number plate.
Using This Manual
•
This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
you 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.
Terminology
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by
facing the direction the machine will operate while in use
unless otherwise stated.
Definitions
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related
to the following topic. Land Pride’s intention is this
information must be read & noted before continuing.
NOTE: A special point of information that the
operator should be aware of before continuing.
35029
Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
Further Assistance
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new Soil
Pulverizer. 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 the matter with your dealership service
manager making sure he is aware of any problems
you may have and that he has had the opportunity to
assist you.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership, explain the
problem and request assistance.
Tractor horsepower and hitch category should be within
the range noted below. Tractors outside the horsepower
range must not be used.
• SP20 Tractor Horsepower Rating25-35 HP
• SP30 Tractor Horsepower Rating 30-50 HP
• SP20 & SP30 Hitch CategoryCat. I
NOTE: Front tractor weights and/or ballast to tires
may be required to offset weight of unit. Consult your
tractor manual for details to install ballast weights.
Dealer Preparations
!
CAUTION!
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 and
uncrate unit. This unit is shipped partially assembled. It is
the dealership’s responsibility to finish assembly of the
unit. This section covers the proper way for the Land
Pride dealer to assembly the pulverizer.
2. Insert spacer (#4) between upper hitch plates. Install
3/4"-10 x 4" GR5 cap screw (#6), lockwasher (#8),
and hex nut (#7).
3. Insert lower 3-point hitch pins (#9) into clevis lugs.
Secure hitch pins with linch pins (#9).
4. Tighten all Hardware to the proper torque values.
Assembly Instructions
Review all safety instructions printed in this manual
before assembling the pulverizer.
NOTE: Do not tighten hardware until assembly is
complete.
Torque Requirements
Refer to “Torque Values Chart” on page 14 to
determine correct torque values when tightening
hardware.
SP20 Hitch Assembly
Refer to Figure 1-1:
1. Install upper hitch plates (#1 & #2) inside mounting
bracket plates with 3/4"-10 x 2" GR5 cap
screws (#4), lockwashers (#8), and hex nuts (#6).
2. Insert spacer (#3) between upper hitch plates, install
3/4"-10 x 4" GR5 cap screw (#5), lockwashers (#8),
and hex nut (#6).
3. Make sure 3/4" hex jam nuts (#10) is screwed fully
onto lower hitch pins (#11).
4. Install lower 3-point hitch pins (#11) to the pulverizer
frame with 7/8" lock washers (#9) and hex nuts (#7).
5. Tighten all Hardware to the proper torque values.
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Hitch Assembly
Figure 1-1
Hitch Assembly
Refer to Figure 1-2:
1. Install upper hitch plates (#2 & #3) inside mounting
brackets with 3/4"-10 x 2" GR5 cap screws (#5),
lockwashers (#8), and hex nuts (#7).
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and
maintenance of the Soil Pulverizer. Therefore, it is
absolutely essential that no one operates the Soil
Pulverizer without first having read, fully understood and
become totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make
sure the operator has completed the Operating Checklist
below.
Operating Checklist
✔Check
Read and follow all Safety Rules carefully.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”.
Make sure all guards and shields are in place.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”.
Read and follow Hook-up & preparation instructions.
Be sure all pins have been installed and are secured.
Refer to “Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up”.
Read and follow all operating instructions. Make sure
the operator understands how to operate the Soil
Pulverizer.Refer to “Section 2: Operating”.
Read and make all required adjustments. Be sure all
pins have been installed and are secured.
Refer to “Section 3: Adjustments”.
Read and follow all Maintenance Instructions.
Refer to “Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication”.Page 10
Make sure their are no hydraulic leaks on the unit.
Refer to “Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard”.
Check Soil Pulverizer initiallyand periodically for loose
bolts and pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart”.Page 14
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WARNING!
It is the operator’s responsibility not to allow anyone near the
Soil Pulverizer during its operation.
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• Never carry passengers or use the Soil Pulverizer as a
wagon to carry things.
• Never use the Soil Pulverizer to pull or tow other
equipment or objects.
• Make sure all safety labels are in their proper location
and in good condition before operation.
• Never work under the Soil Pulverizer without properly
blocking pulverizer up.
• Before working the soil contact your local utility
services, so that they may mark location of any under
ground utility services in the area. Be sure to ask how
close you can work to the marks or flags they
positioned.
• Do not alter the Soil Pulverizer in a way which will
adversely affect its performance or reliability or use the
Soil Pulverizer for a purpose for which it was not
designed.
Tractor Hook-Up
Refer to Figure 2-1:
!
DANGER!
Tractor hook-up to equipment is dangerous and can result in
serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to stand between
the Soil Pulverizer and tractor during hook-up operations. Donot operate hydraulic 3-point lift controls while someone is
directly behind the tractor or near the Soil Pulverizer.
A 3-Point Category I hitch is required.
1. Slowly back tractor up to the Soil Pulverizer and use
tractor’s 3-point hydraulic control to align the lower
hitch link holes with the clevis lug holes on the Soil
Pulverizer.
2. Engage tractor park brake, shut tractor engine off
and remove key before dismounting from tractor.
3. With tractor’s lower hitch arms aligned and
positioned in the clevises, attach lower arms to the
clevises with hitch pins and secure with linchpins.
!
CAUTION!
Be sure that you are not working over any underground
wiring, pipes, or other obstructions. If there is any doubt, call
your public service agency.
!
CAUTION!
Always keep your feet and legs out from under the shanks
when adjusting height of shanks. It is possible the shanks
could slip and fall causing injury to your feet and/or legs.
• Follow all directions on the safety labels.
• Do not allow anyone to operate this Soil Pulverizer who
has not been properly trained in its safe operation.
• Do not let anyone under the age of 16 operate the Soil
Pulverizer.
• Use the Soil Pulverizer for its intended purpose only.
4. Connect top center link to the upper hitch with top
link pin (supplied by customer).
5. Return to the tractor and slowly operate the tractor's
3-Point hydraulic control up and down to check for
clearance between the tires, frame, drawbar etc.
Move or remove drawbar if it interferes with the Soil
Pulverizer.
6. Manually adjust one of the two lower lift arms up or
down to level the Soil Pulverizer from left to right.
7. Manually adjust the length of the top-link to level the
Soil Pulverizer from front to rear.
Transporting
!
CAUTION!
When traveling on public roads at night or during the day, use
accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to
operators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state, and
local laws.
1. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when
turning; and leave enough clearance so the Soil
Pulverizer does not contact obstacles such as
buildings, trees, or fences.
2. Select a safe ground travel speed when transporting
from one area to another.
3. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
4. When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor
to a lower gear.
Adding Weight
Up to 400 lbs of weight may be applied by installing
bricks or blocks in frame for additional weight if required
by ground conditions.
General Operating Instructions
!
DANGER!
Operator to wear Seat Belt at all times while operating
implement.
!
WARNING!
Speeds in excess of 5 MPH can damage frame & or shanks
IMPORTANT: Do Not turn tractor with pulverizer
shanks in the ground. Damage to shanks will occur.
Before putting your Land Pride Pulverizer into service
you must thoroughly review the Operator’s Manual. Once
you have read the Operator’s Manual and properly
mounted the pulverizer on your tractor, you should be
ready to head for the work site. You should have already
removed any sizeable sticks, rocks, or extraneous debris
from this area. Do not attempt to rip up concrete, black
top, asphalt, or large rocks.
With tractor stopped, lower 3-point of tractor down until
all weight is off the tractor. Pull ahead slowly to get the
shanks to start digging. Scarifying and pulverizing action
will commence as soon as the rear roller touches the
ground and begins to roll. Increase ground speed once
shanks and roller have entered the ground. Do not
exceed 5 MPH and make straight passes only. When you
reach the end of a pass, raise tractor’s 3-point up before
turning. Trying to turn with unit in the ground will damage
the scarifier shanks and can damage the pulverizer
roller.
If ground conditions are extremely hard and the scarifier
shanks are not achieving adequate penetration, you may
need to add additional weight to the top frame.
Up to 400 lbs can be added to this area.
If the pulverizing roller is bouncing and not staying in
uniform contact with the ground, the down pressure of
the roller can be adjusted by the spring tensioners
located at both ends of the pulverizer.
If you are getting a build-up on the rear roller, pulverizing
operations should be discontinued until the ground is dry
enough to work. If the ground needs more cultivation
than can be accomplished in one pass, continue to make
additional passes until the desired finish is achieved.
Owners of the Model 30 Series Land Pride Pulverizers
can attach an additional optional rear mounted pulverizer
roller to achieve a more professional finish in less time.
Once you are finished using your pulverizer, park it on a
dry and level surface, clean it, and make it ready for the
next use. With a little practice you will be able to achieve
professional results from your Land Pride Pulverizer.
Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life
of any implement. With careful inspection and routine
maintenance, you can avoid costly down time and repair.
Check all bolts after using unit for several hours to be sure
they are tight. Replace any worn, damaged, or illegible
safety labels by obtaining new labels from your Land
Pride Dealer.
The parts on your Soil Pulverizer have been specially
designed and should only be replaced with genuine Land
Pride parts. Do not alter the pulverizer in a way which will
adversely affects its performance.
Long Term Storage
Clean, inspect, service, and make necessary repairs to
the pulverizer when parking it for long periods and when
parking it at the end of a working season. This will help
ensure the pulverizer is ready for field use the next time
you hook-up to it.
1. Clean off any dirt and grease that may have
accumulated on the pulverizer and moving parts.
Scrape off compacted dirt and then wash surface
thoroughly with a garden hose. A coating of oil may be
applied to the wear areas to minimize oxidation.
2. Check shanks a for wear and replace if necessary.
See
“Shanks”
3. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to
prevent rust. Ask your Land Pride dealer for aerosol
touch-up paint. They are also available in touch-up
bottles with brush, quarts, and gallon sizes by adding
TU, QT, or GL to the end of the aerosol part number.
on page 9.
Land Pride Aerosol Touch-up Paint
Part No.Part Description
821-011CPAINT LP BEIGE AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
821-002CPAINT LP BLACK AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
821-066CPAINT ORANGE AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
4. Replace all damaged or missing decals.
5. Lubricate as noted below.
6. Store pulverizer on a level surface in a clean, dry
place. Inside storage will reduce maintenance and
make for a longer pulverizer life.
Lubrication Points
Lubrication
Legend
Multi-purpose
spray lube
Multi-purpose
grease lube
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Multi-purpose
oil lube
50
Intervals in hours
at which lubrication
is required
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.
Pride and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part, and does
not cover common wear items. Land Pride reserves the right to inspect any
equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or
workmanship.
judgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal
maintenance or care, or which has been repaired or altered in a way which
adversely affects its performance or reliability, or which has been used for a
purpose for which the product is not designed. Misuse also specifically includes
failure to properly maintain oil levels, grease points, and driveline shafts.
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.
of any kind, direct, consequential, or contingent to property. Furthermore, Land
Pride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond its
reasonable control. This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops, any expense
or loss for labor, supplies, rental machinery or for any other reason.
with respect to this sale; and all implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in
this written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale.
from the date of purchase by the end user.
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Warranty
Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will
Overall Unit: One year Parts and Labor
Spikes and roller studs: Considered wear items
This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land
This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride’s
Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which originally sold
This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damages
No other warranty of any kind whatsoever, express or implied, is made
This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days
Model Number ____________________Serial Number ____________________