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Land Pride OS1548 Operator's Manual

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    Table of contents cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. 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! ! © copyright 201...

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    Table of contents os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 © copyright 2012 all rights reserved land pride provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, land pri...

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    1 important safety information 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents 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 thoroughly read and understand the in...

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    2 important safety information os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents 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 ...

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    3 important safety information 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents prepare for emergencies ▲ be prepared if a fire starts. ▲ keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. ▲ keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near p...

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    4 important safety information os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents 818-552c danger! Entanglement safety labels your overseeder comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. Read and follow their...

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    5 important safety information 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents 26780 818-129c danger! Rotating knife hazard 818-130c caution! Use 540 rpm pto only 26780 26780 818-132c danger! Thrown object hazard 26780 818-560c notice! Read & understand manual.

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    6 important safety information os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents 26783 26783 818-543c danger! Guard missing (beneath chain guard) 838-111c danger! Moving parts (above chain guard) 818-858c caution! General safety information 26780

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    7 introduction 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents • 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 y...

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    8 introduction os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents further assistance your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new overseeder. If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service received, the followin...

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    9 section 1: assembly & set-up 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents tractor requirements weight & horsepower tractor horsepower should be within the range noted below. Tractors outside the horsepower range must not be used. Horsepower rating. . . . . . . . . ...

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    10 section 1: assembly & set-up os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents quick change rotor attach a chain, cable or lifting strap to the two overseeder sling brackets. Use an overhead hoist for the rotor installation. Raise overseeder. Refer to figure 1-2: compl...

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    11 section 1: assembly & set-up 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents 15. Torque all bolts to the proper specifications, see torque values chart in the “appendix” starting on page 50. Tighten bolts in the following order: a. Rotor to rotor drive hub. B. Bearin...

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    12 section 1: assembly & set-up os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents refer to figure 1-9: 4. If rear roller (#13) is in the long arm position, attach front chain guard (#1) and rear chain guard (#2) with 5/16" x 2 1/2" bolts (#3) as shown below. Long arm chai...

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    13 section 1: assembly & set-up 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents pto driveline shortening figure 1-10 3. If measurement is acceptable (1" or more), skip to “check driveline maximum length” on this page. If measurement is less than 1", then shorten driveli...

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    14 section 1: assembly & set-up os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents check driveline interference refer to figure 1-12: maximum pto driveline movement during operation figure 1-12 1. Start tractor and raise seeder up just enough to remove support blocks. Remo...

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    15 section 2: operating instructions 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents section 2: operating instructions operating checklist hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training involved in the oper...

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    16 section 2: operating instructions os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents filling the seed box ! Caution always lower the overseeder to the ground to check seed level in the seed box and before filling the seed box. This will keep the rollers from turning whi...

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    17 section 2: operating instructions 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents general notes for field operations before proceeding with the first time set-up or before making any adjustments mentioned in this section, make every effort to obtain and hitch a tract...

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    18 section 3: adjustments os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents section 3: adjustments speed change sprocket the overseeder is designed with two drive speeds to accommodate different seed sizes and dispersal rates. They are high range (fast speed) and low rang...

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    19 section 3: adjustments 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents high range set-up with rear roller drive instructions below change seeder from low to high range. Refer to figure 3-5 & figure 3-6: 1. Pull down on spring idler sprocket (#1) and remove drive chai...

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    20 section 3: adjustments os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents seed cup settings refer to figure 3-7: each seed cup is equipped with a four-position gate. The highest gate handle position shown is for small seeds, the second and third positions are for larger...

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    21 section 3: adjustments 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents seed rate adjustment handle figure 3-8 g. Weigh the seed which has been metered out. • if weight is in pounds, divide total weight of seed metered out by 3 to get the number of pounds metered by e...

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    22 section 3: adjustments os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents seed rate charts (english) cup setting 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 alfalfa (pounds per acre) high range 0 54 125 198 269 341 412 485 555 626 699 769 842 913 985 1...

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    23 section 3: adjustments 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents important: do not operate seed rate adjustment lever at -0- cup setting. Seed cup damage may occur. Refer to page 32 for small seeds attachment seed rate chart lovegrass - sand (pounds per acre) h...

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    24 section 3: adjustments os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents seed rate charts (metric) cup setting 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 alfalfa (kilograms per hectare) high range 0 60 140 222 301 382 461 543 621 700 782 860 942 1021...

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    25 section 3: adjustments 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents important: do not operate seed rate adjustment lever at -0- cup setting. Seed cup damage may occur. Refer to page 32 for small seeds attachment seed rate chart lovegrass - sand (kilograms per hect...

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    26 section 3: adjustments os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents rotary cutting depth adjustment there are three options for setting your cutting depth. They are gauge wheel drive, rear roller drive and rear roller drive with front roller. The option you use is...

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    27 section 3: adjustments 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents rear roller drive with front roller cutting depth adjustment refer to figure 3-12: 1. Adjust turnbuckles on the front roller as necessary by loosening jam nuts (#3) and turning turnbuckles (#4) to...

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    28 section 3: adjustments os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents rear arm length adjustment the rear roller is normally mounted to the short arm holes to keep tractor ballast weight to a minimum. Use long arm hole setting only if optional rear tine attachment i...

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    29 section 3: adjustments 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents slit seeder attachment (optional) refer to figure 3-17: the initial mid-range location of the slit seeder should be adequate for most overseeding operations. Most important is to ensure proper adj...

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    30 section 3: adjustments os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents small seeds attachment (optional) 1. Use seed rate charts on page 32 to determine seeding rate for the seed you will be planting. Refer to figure 3-20 & figure 3-21 on page 31: 2. Determine which ...

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    31 section 3: adjustments 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents rear roller drive (small seeds sprocket arrangement) figure 3-20 gauge wheel drive (small seeds sprocket arrangement) figure 3-21 11667 high range (main seed box) low range (main seed box) 11668 h...

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    32 section 3: adjustments os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents small seeds seed rate chart (english) (pounds per 1000 square foot and pounds per acre) cup setting 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 bent grass (pounds per acre) 0 0 0...

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    33 section 4: maintenance & lubrication 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents section 4: maintenance & lubrication maintenance proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any implement. With careful inspection and routine maintenance, you ca...

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    34 section 4: maintenance & lubrication os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents overseeder s with rear roller drive refer to figure 4-3: a. Remove rear roller drive chain from speed change sprocket to rear roller sprocket. Rear roller drive disconnect figure 4-3...

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    35 section 4: maintenance & lubrication 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents 16. Apply a coat of grease to the seal and press bearing housing assembly onto the rotor shaft, taking care not to damage the seal. Reinstall snap ring. 17. Install rotor to the over...

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    36 section 4: maintenance & lubrication os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents driveline slip clutches ! Caution engage parking brake, disengage pto, shut off tractor, and remove key before working on or around the driveline and/or slip clutch. ! Caution slip c...

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    37 section 4: maintenance & lubrication 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents 10435 step 2 remove backup ring, lock collar, compression spring, bottom backup ring, and balls. Step 3 tighten the four hex nuts uniformly until the clutch pack and hub are loose. S...

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    38 section 4: maintenance & lubrication os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents 14232 step 1 remove snap ring. Step 2 remove backup ring, lock collar, compression spring, bottom backup ring, and balls. Step 3 tighten the four hex nuts uniformly until the clutch ...

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    39 section 4: maintenance & lubrication 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents type b clutch clutch run-in refer to figure 4-10: 1. Loosen counterclockwise all 8 hex head socket bolts uniformly 6 full turns. 2. Cycle clutch on and off 5 or 6 times (15 seconds o...

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    40 section 4: maintenance & lubrication os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents lubrication points 50 multi-purpose spray lube multi-purpose grease lube intervals in hours at which lubrication is required lubrication legend 14191 14191 12877 12878 multi-purpose ...

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    41 section 4: maintenance & lubrication 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents 12126 33802 33803 feed cup & agitator drive chains (maine seed box - 2 chains) type: chain lubricant do not overlubricate feed cup drive sprocket type of grease: oil small seeds driv...

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    42 section 4: maintenance & lubrication os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents drive sprocket hanger bearing (small seeds attachment) type: grease feed cup drive sprocket (small seeds attachment) type: oil 12880 12881 12225 12226 gearbox type: gear lube 80-90 e...

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    43 section 5: optional equipment 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents slit seeder attachment refer to figure 5-1: the slit seeder attachment provides for improved seed burial by diverting seed directly to the slits cut by the overseeder knives. The slit seede...

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    44 section 5: optional equipment os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents front roller attachment refer to figure 5-5: the front roller attachment is a full width anti-scalping roller with a floating top link giving your overseeder better ground following capabil...

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    45 section 5: optional equipment 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents small seeds attachment refer to figure 5-6: the land pride small seeds attachment is an option made available to fit any land pride 48" or 72" overseeder. The small seeds attachment is desi...

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    46 section 6: specifications & capacities os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents section 6: specifications & capacities os1548 & os1572 series os1548 os1572 overall width gauge wheel drive: 77 3/4" rear roller drive: 60 1/8" gauge wheel drive: 99" rear roller d...

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    47 section 6: specifications & capacities 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents 26728.

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    48 section 7: features and benefits os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents os15 series features benefits 2" or 3" spacing knife spacing for different geographic soil types, conditions and moisture. Seed to soil contact knives create a slit, the seed is precisel...

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    49 section 8: troubleshooting 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents troubleshooting chart problem solution machine makes intermittent clicking noise tighten knives replace damaged gear in gearbox replace damaged chain link pto vibrates replace worn universal j...

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    50 section 9: t0rque values chart os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m 2/29/12 table of contents section 9: t0rque values chart tire inflation chart tire size inflation psi 8 1/2" x 18" 20 psi torque values chart for common bolt sizes in-tpi 1 n·m 2 ft-lb 3 n·m ft-lb n·m ft-lb mm x pi...

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    51 section 10: warranty 2/29/12 os1548 and os1572 overseeder (s/n 166724+) 308-303m table of contents 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 ...

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