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Section 2: Operating
4.Connect top center link to the upper hitch with top link pin (supplied by customer).
General Operating Instructions
5.Return to the tractor and slowly operate the tractor's
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
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.
!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
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
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.
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