Land Pride OS1548 Operator's Manual - Danger
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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 operation, transport, maintenance
and storage of the seeder. Therefore, it is absolutely
essential that no one operates the Overseeder without
first having read, fully understood and become totally
familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make sure the
operator has paid particular attention to:
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Important Safety Information, pages 1 to 3
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-up, page 9
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Section 2: Operating Instructions, page 15
•
Section 3: Adjustments, page 18
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Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication, page 33
The following information should be known and
inspections made before operating your seeder.
Tractor Hook-Up
!
DANGER
Tractor hook-up to equipment is dangerous and can result in
serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to stand between
the seeder and tractor during hook-up operations. Do not
operate hydraulic 3-point lift controls while someone is
directly behind the tractor or near the seeder.
When using tractors with multispeed PTO, be certain
PTO is set for 540 RPM.
1.
Slowly back tractor up to Overseeder while using the
tractor’s hydraulic control to align the tractor’s lower
hitch link holes with the seeder’s clevis lug holes.
2.
Engage tractor park brake, shut tractor engine off
and remove key before dismounting from tractor.
Operating Checklist
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Check
Page No.
Read and follow all Safety Rules carefully.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”.
Page 1
Make sure all guards and shields are in place.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”.
Page 1
Read and follow Hook-up & preparation instructions.
Refer to “Section 1: Assembly & Set-up”.
Page 9
Read and follow all operating procedures.
Refer to “Section 2: Operating Instructions”.
Page 15
Read and make all required adjustments.
Refer to “Section 3: Adjustments”.
Page 18
Read and follow all Maintenance Instructions.
Refer to “Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication”.
Page 33
Read and follow all Lubrication Instructions.
Refer to “Lubrication Points”.
Page 40
Make sure all gearboxes are properly lubricated.
Refer to Gearbox lubrication.
Page 42
Check tire pressure. Refer to “Tire Inflation Chart”
Page 50
Inspect seed cups and seed tubes for foreign matter.
Page 20
Set speed change sprocket for drive type desired.
Page 18
Set seed rate. See “Seed Rate Charts”.
Page 22
Check seeder initially and periodically for loose bolts
and pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart”.
Page 50
3.
Attach tractor’s 3-Point lower links to the seeder’s
lower hitch clevises using 7/8" diameter hitch pins.
Secure hitch pins with linch pins.
4.
Attach tractor’s top center link to the seeder’s top
hitch using a 3/4" diameter hitch pin. Secure hitch pin
with a linch pin.
5.
Ensure that the lower hitch arms are blocked to
prevent excessive side movement.
6.
Return to tractor and slowly operate controls up and
down to make sure seeder clears tractor tires, frame
and drawbar. Move or remove drawbar if it interferes.
7.
Manually adjust one of the tractor’s lower lift arms up
or down to level the seeder from left to right.
8.
With the seeder resting on level ground, manually
adjust tractor’s top link until the seeder is level from
front to rear.
9.
Refer to Figure 2-1: Remove rear roller stop pin (#1)
and hairpin cotter (#2) out of parking position.
Rear Roller Stop Pin in Parking Position
Figure 2-1
Transporting
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CAUTION
When traveling on public roads whether at night or during the
day, use accessory light and devices for adequate warning to
operators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state and
local laws.
1.
This seeder can be transported with a full box of
seed, however; it is best not to do this unless
necessary because the increased weight does
increase the chances for problems on the road.
2.
Select a safe ground travel speed when transporting
from one area to another. Do not exceed 20 miles per
hour travel speed. When traveling on roadways,
transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles
may pass you safely.
3.
Reduce tractor ground speed when turning. Leave
enough clearance so the seeder does not contact
obstacles such as buildings, trees or fences.
4.
Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over
rough or hilly terrain.
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