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Land Pride Post Hole Diggers HD25 Operator's Manual

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    Table of contents ! Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. For an operator’s manual and decal kit in french language, please see your land pride dealer. Read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serio...

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    7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m machine identification record your machine details in the log below. If you replace this manual, be sure to transfer this information to the new manual. If you, or the dealer, have added options not originally ordered with the machine, or re...

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    Table of contents 7/31/17 © copyright 2017 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 pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions...

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    Table of contents continued 7/31/17 parts manual qr locator the qr (quick reference) code on the cover and to the left will take you to the parts manual for this equipment. Download the appropriate app on your smart phone, open the app, point your phone on the qr code and take a picture. Dealer qr l...

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    Important safety information 7/31/17 1 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 careful operation is you best insurance against an accident. All operators, no matter how much experience the...

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    Important safety information 7/31/17 2 these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Transport safely comply with state and local laws. Use towing vehicle and trailer of adequate size and capacity. Secure equipment towed on a trailer with tie ...

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    Important safety information 7/31/17 3 these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Avoid high pressure fluids hazard escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Relieving all residual pressure before disconne...

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    4 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents 18966 18966 18975 safety labels your post hole digger 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 labe...

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    5 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents 18966 18966 18966 18966 818-691c caution: avoid damage 838-094c warning: high pressure 818-547c danger: to prevent serious injury or death 818-646c danger: read manual.

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    6 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents 35976 35976 19040 838-293c warning: read manual 838-292c danger: electrocution hazard, under ground wires 838-298c caution: do not lean.

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    7 introduction 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents introduction terminology “right” or “left” as used in this manual is determined by facing forward in the direction the machine will operate while in use unless otherwise stated. Definitions owner assistance t...

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    8 introduction hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents further assistance your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new digger. If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service received, the following act...

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    9 section 1: assembly & set-up 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents hd 3-point mount assembly figure 1-1 70145 12" 35992 section 1: assembly & set-up transport clearance. Refer to “post hole digging depth” on page 18. 8. Raise tractor lower 3-point arms until ...

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    10 section 1: assembly & set-up hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents hd bucket mount assembly refer to figure 1-2: 1. The bucket mount post hole digger can be mounted on the left-hand or right-hand side of bucket. 2. Locate mounting bracket (#1) on the bucket ...

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    11 section 1: assembly & set-up 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents skid/loader mount assembly refer to figure 1-3: determine which mount will be used with the skid/loader hitch mount (center mount “a” or offset mount “b”). Follow instructions below based on ...

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    12 section 1: assembly & set-up hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents skid/loader hose assembly determine which mount type the skid/loader hitch mount is set-up with and follow instructions below. Center/offset mount for tractors refer to figure 1-5: 1. Attach ...

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    13 section 1: assembly & set-up 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents refer to figure 1-8: 1. Remove tractor top center 3-point link (not shown). Keep hitch pin and retaining pin for future use. 2. Ensure lower 3-point lift arms are stabilized to prevent excess...

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    14 section 1: assembly & set-up hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents hooking up bucket mount ! Warning! To prevent serious injury or death: always set tractor transmission in park or engage park brake, shut tractor off and remove switch key before allowing ...

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    15 section 1: assembly & set-up 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents hooking up skid/loader mount ! Warning! To prevent serious injury or death: • a crushing hazard exists while hooking-up and unhooking attachment. Do not allow anyone to stand between a...

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    16 section 1: assembly & set-up hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents auger assembly refer to figure 1-2: ! Warning! To prevent serious injury or death: • it is the operator’s responsibility to keep others away from the post hole digger while auger is rot...

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    17 section 1: assembly & set-up 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents hydraulic hook-up to skid steer ! Danger! To prevent serious injury or death: • hydraulic fluid under high pressure will penetrate skin. wear protective gloves and safety glasses or go...

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    18 section 2: adjustments hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents section 2: adjustments post hole digging depth refer to figure 2-1: ! Warning! To prevent serious injury or death: before making adjustments, disengage hydraulics to the attachment, lower attac...

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    19 section 3: operating instructions 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents section 3: operating instructions operator’s responsibilities hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training involved in ...

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    20 section 3: operating instructions hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents • never adjust tractor pressure relief valve for a pressure rating higher than what is recommended by the tractor manufacture. • never carry riders on the implement or tractor...

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    21 section 3: operating instructions 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents transport with post hole digger ! Warning! To prevent serious injury or death: • cross ditches and enter inclines slowly and carefully. the auger can come in contact with the grou...

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    22 section 3: operating instructions hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents 8. After penetrating the ground approximately 24", stop auger rotation and raise it up to remove soil and debris from the hole. Lower auger back down to continue digging. Dig another 24"...

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    23 section 4: options 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents auger extensions (option) refer to figure 4-1: land pride offers as an option 7" and 14" long auger extensions to best suit your application. Dirt augers (option) refer to figure 4-2: dirt augers are a...

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    24 section 4: options hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents rock augers (option) refer to figure 4-5: bolt-on rock heads (accessory) refer to figure 4-6: the hd25 and hd35 dirt augers can be converted to rock augers with this accessory. Remove existing dirt aug...

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    25 section 4: options 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents the down pressure kit is ready for operating after it has been properly installed on the post hole digger (see following pages for assembly instructions). This kit should be used only on hard soils whe...

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    26 section 4: options hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents refer to figure 4-10: 4. Insert spacer (#1) into hole in down pressure cylinder plate (#5) located on the left side of post hole digger. 5. Place left side cylinder plate with spacer back into pin posi...

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    27 section 4: options 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents down pressure cylinder plumbing figure 4-12 refer to figure 4-12: 14. Install hydraulic plumbing using teflon tape to seal pipe threads. Do not tighten connections until after all fittings have been in...

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    28 section 4: options hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents pd15, 25, and 35 storage stand figure 4-15 hd25 & hd35 storage stand part no. 317-142a refer to figure 4-15: the optional storage stand may be used when the 3-point post hole digger is not in operation...

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    29 section 4: options 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents storage stand operation refer to figure 4-17: ! Caution! Do not disconnect post hole digger from tractor on a steep slope. Injury to personnel and implement may result. 1. Lower auger tip to th...

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    30 section 4: options hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents hd 3-point mount assembly refer to figure 4-18: your bucket mount post hole digger or hd skid/loader mount post hole digger can be converted into a 3-point post hole digger by purchasing land pride’s h...

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    31 section 4: options 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents required hardware, hydraulic hoses, and fittings are included. Quick release couplers are not included. See “skid/loader mount assembly” on page 11 for detailed instructions. Part no. & description 317...

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    32 section 5: maintenance & lubrication hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents section 5: maintenance & lubrication general maintenance information proper servicing and adjustments are key to the long life of any implement. With careful inspection and routine ma...

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    33 section 5: maintenance & lubrication 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents ordering replacement parts land pride offers equipment in factory standard beige with black highlights. Equipment may also be purchased in orange. Special attention must be given to t...

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    34 section 6: specifications & capacities hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents section 6: specifications & capacities hd25 and hd35 models specifications & capacities models hd25 hd35 mount type 3-point mount skid/loader mount bucket mount 3- point mount skid/...

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    35 section 6: specifications & capacities 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents hd25 = 15-7/8" hd35 = 16-3/8" " 5 " 67-1/8 " 22-3/4 " auger 48 auger dia. 6", 9", 12" 15", 18", & 24" " 33-1/4 " 79-1/4 " 90 " auger 48 " 67-5/8 aug. Dia. 6", 9", 12" 15", 18", & 24...

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    36 section 6: specifications & capacities hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents " 19-1/2 " 57 "" 43-1/2 " auger 48 auger dia. 6", 9", 12", 15", 18", & 24" " 45-7/8 skid/loader mount post hole digger, center & offset mount 37024.

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    37 section 7: features & benefits 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents hd25 & hd35 series features benefits 3-point mount cat. L & ll hitch fits a wider variety of tractors by fitting cat. L & ll bucket mount easily bolt mounting plate to the side of the front...

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    38 section 8: troubleshooting hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents section 8: troubleshooting troubleshooting chart problem cause solution auger will not dig teeth are dull. Sharpen or replace teeth. Auger is turning too fast and bouncing. Reduce engine speed....

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    39 section 8: troubleshooting 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m table of contents auger does not rotate auger bolt is broken at the gearbox output shaft replace auger bolt. Roll pins are broken at the gearbox input shaft replace roll pins. Auger turns in reverse direction tr...

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    40 section 9: torque values chart hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 7/31/17 table of contents section 9: torque values chart torque values chart for common bolt sizes bolt head identification bolt head identification bolt size (inches) grade 2 grade 5 grade 8 bolt size (metric) clas...

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    41 section 10: warranty 7/31/17 hd25 and hd35 hydraulic post hole diggers 317-076m 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 t...

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