Land Pride RB45108 User's Manual
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1. Category Ill Standard Hitch Figure 1 5 5 21 07 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 7 Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly and Setup Blade Offset Cylinder Refer to Figure 1 6 IMPORTANT Attach cylinder base to the front hitch lug The cylinder base will interfere with the main frame if attached to the rear lug Assemble hydraulic hoses to the hydraulic cylinder before placing cylinder on the blade 1 Position hydraulic cylinder with ports on top Install two 90 degree elbows into the cylinder ports and tighten as needed Land Pride Blade Tilting Cylinder Refer to Figure 1 6 IMPORTANT Attach cylinder base to the upper mounting lug Assemble hydraulic hoses to the hydraulic cylinder before placing cylinder on the blade Position hydraulic cylinder with ports on top Install two 90 degree elbows into the cylinder ports and tighten as needed 2 Screw 114 long hydraulic hoses into the elbows and 2 Screw 96 long hydraulic hoses into the elbows and tighten Use 125 long hydraulic hoses when sing a tighten Use 101 long hydraulic hoses when sing a Quick Hitch Quick Hitch 3 Th T f read adapter fittings to the other end of the 3 Thread adapter fittings to the other end of the hydraulic hoses and tighten Hydraulic couplings not hydraulic hoses and tighten Hydraulic couplings not furnished furnished 4 Attach hydraulic cylinder to the lugs l2. 14 RB55 3 Point Hitch Settings 7 Prot Shall rerien a cece ce cece ee ae eae ee aa 14 Category Il Standard Hitch 7 Section 6 Specifications amp Capacities 15 Category II Quick Hitch 05 7 Category Ill Standard Hitch 7 Section 7 Features and Benefits 16 Blade Offset Cylinder 0055 8 Section 8 Appendix 005 18 Blade Tilting Cylinder 005 8 Torque Values Chart 0 00000 eee 18 Manual Blade Offset 0055 9 Warranty 19 Manual Blade Tilting 0 eee Sa A A a a aA A Skid Shoe Option 02000 eee ee 9 Section 2 Adjustments 10 Blade Piten 444 een late tet ahead a a 10 Blade Angling and Reversing 10 Blader Tilt sce Paha te std a Sat ht tot tet ti tied 10 Manual Tilt Adjustment 10 Hydraulic Tilt Adjustment 10 RB45 Blade Offset 000055 10 Manual Blade Offset 10 Hydraulic blade Offset with 16 stroke cylinder 10 Hydraulic blade Offset with 14 stroke cylinder 10 RB55 Blade Offset 0 0000000 10 Manual Blade Offset 10 Hydraulic blade Offset with 16 stroke cylinder 10 Hydraulic blade Offset with 14 stroke cylinder 10 Copyright 2007 All rights Reserved Land Pride provides this publication as is
3. Reinsert hitch pin and secure with lock pin 6 Return to tractor and slowly operate controls up and down to check for clearance Make certain the blade does not interfere with the tractor hitch tires and drawbar Move or remove the drawbar if it interferes 7 Manually adjust one of the two lower lift arms up or down to level the blade from left to right 8 Manually adjust length of the top link to level the blade from front to rear Tractor 3 Point Hitch Figure 1 2 Table of Contents RB55 3 Point Hitch Settings Category II Standard Hitch Refer to Figure 1 3 Hitch pins 2 are inserted from the outer lug Place spacer adapter 1 on hitch pin 2 outside of the inner most lug and secured with lock pin 3 Category II Standard Hitch Figure 1 3 Category II Quick Hitch Refer to Figure 1 4 Bushings 2 are positioned next to the outer most hitch lug with hitch pins 3 inserted from the inner most lug Place spacer adapter 1 on hitch pin 3 outside of the outer most lug and secured with the lock pin 4 Category II Quick Hitch Figure 1 4 Category Ill Standard Hitch Refer to Figure 1 5 Bushings 2 are positioned next to the inner most hitch lug with hitch pins 3 inserted from the outer most lug Place spacer adapter 1 on hitch pin 3 outside of the inner most lug and secured with the lock pin 4
4. cotiers 2 Adjust blade tilt by setting the lock on the ratchet lever and pumping the lever back and forth to raise one end of the blade higher than the other end Reposition ratchet lock and pump lever back and forth to tilt blade in the opposite direction Skid Shoe Option Refer to Figure 1 8 The skid shoes are attached to both ends of the blade to help prevent damage to the surface of the ground by the blade Kit Bundle 301 110A SKID SHOE ASSEMBLY 1 Attach skid shoe bracket 1 with 1 2 13 x 4 1 2 GR5 hex head cap screw 5 flat washers 6 spring lock washer 7 and hex nut 8 Tighten hardware to the correct torque Blade Tilting gt 15003 Insert skid shoe 2 into skid shoe bracket 1 Secure with clevis pin 3 and hair pin cotter 4 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other side Skid Shoe Assembly Figure 1 8 Manual Tilt and Offset Assembly Figure 1 7 5 21 07 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 9 Table of Contents Section 2 Adjustments Blade Pitch Blade pitch can be adjusted by lengthening or shortening the tractor s top center 3 point link Blade Angling and Reversing Refer to Figure 1 7 on page 9 A CAUTION Avoid injury from falling blade by always check to make sure all hardware is secured properly before rotating blade There are 7 blade angle positions up to 45 degrees right or left 15 degree increments Center 3 clockwi
5. 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 Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Land Pride reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication and may not reflect the product in the future Land Pride is a registered trademark All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Printed in the United States of America RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 5 21 07 Land Pride Important Safety Information Table of Contents 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 A Operator should be familiar with all functions of the unit A Operate implement from the driver s seat only A Do not leave tractor or implement unattended with
6. engine running A Dismounting from a moving tractor could cause serious injury or death A Do not stand between the tractor and implement during hitching A Keep hands feet and clothing away from power driven parts A Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts A Watch out for wires trees etc when raising implement Make sure all persons are clear of working area A Turning tractor too tight may cause implement to ride up on wheels This could result in injury or equipment damage equipment Be Aware of Signal Words A Signal word designates a degree or level of hazard seriousness The signal words are A 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 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 are dependent upon the awareness concern prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation transport maintenance and storage of WARNING Indicates a potentia
7. 01 133M 11 Table of Contents Section 3 Operating Procedures General Operating Instructions Once you have familiarized yourself with the Operator s Manual completed the operations checklist and properly attached your Land Pride blade to your tractor you are now almost ready to begin work The RB45 and RB55 Series blades were designed and built by Land Pride for category II and III three point hitch and Quick Hitch attachment for 70 to 110 hp tractors with the RB45 Series and 90 to 180 hp tractors with the RB55 Series that are equipped with remote hydraulic outlets and two wheel drive capability They are ideal for snow removal as well as dirt leveling finish grading and backfilling applications at feedlots outdoor arenas building and construction sites and maintenance operations on farm and ranch lanes or roadways They are also excellent for soil contouring and construction and maintenance of ditches and waterways Hopefully you have checked out your work site for any buried utility cables pipelines sprinkler heads or other obstacles that you wouldn t want to damage or encounter Grade stakes should now be in place if you intend to develop a specific grade elevation soil contour or roadbed crown The blade s primary purpose is for grading or leveling of soil gravel or aggregate in the warmer months or snow removal in the colder months These functions are best done at an approximate 2 to 4 mph ground speed Becomin
8. A Do not grease or oil implement while it is in operation A Inspect all parts Make sure parts are in good condition amp installed properly A Remove buildup of grease oil or debris A Remove all tools and unused parts from implement before operation ke by Le 2 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 5 21 07 Land Pride Important Safety Information Table of Contents These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual Prepare for Emergencies A Be prepared if a fire starts A Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy A Keep emergency numbers for doctor ambulance hospital and fire department near phone Wear Protective Equipment A Protective clothing and equipment should be worn A Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job Avoid loose fitting clothing A Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs A Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator Avoid wearing radio headphones while operating machinery Nak Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard A Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury A Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines A Use a piece of paper or cardbo
9. Blade 301 133M 5 21 07 Land Pride Section 6 Specifications amp Capacities Table of Contents RB45 amp RB55 Series Rear Blades Model Series RB4596 RB45108 RB5596 Blade Width 96 108 96 Approximate Weight Ibs 890 940 1330 Max Gross Vehicle Weight G V W 9 500 Ibs 9 500 Ibs 15 000 Ibs Horsepower Rating 90 180 Hitch Type Cat 2 Cat 2 amp 3 Fits Land Pride Quick Hitch Blade Thickness 1 4 reinforced 5 16 reinforced Blade Height 19 Angle Position Cutting Edge Tilt 6 Forward up to 45 degrees right or left 6 Reverse up to 45 degrees right or left 1 2 x 6 Reversible Double bevel Up to 20 degrees left or right Options Skid Shoes Hydraulic Offset Hydraulic Tilt Blade Construction No offsetting or tilt components Boxed Section 5 21 07 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 15 Table of Contents Section 7 Features and Benefits RB45 Series Rear Blade Working widths 96 108 HP Range 70 110 HP 7 Forward and 7 reverse Various positions to work in various conditions to get desired results positions Tilt left or right Tilt moldboard left or right for ditching Offset left or right Position the moldboard beyond tractor tire and enable to work closer to obstructions Rolled moldboards Material rolls which causes less drag on the blade 19 Moldboard height Tall moldboard al
10. Table of Contents Rear Blade RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Model RB45 10347 Model RB55 10351 301 133M Operator s Manual 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 2007 Printed 5 21 07 Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information 1 Section 3 Operating Procedures 11 Safety at All Times 2 000 00005 1 Operating Check List 000 11 Look For The Safety Alert Symbol 1 TANSPOning vos emes eee eee Sees Ooo Sese dey 11 Safety Labels ya rai a a 4 Basic Operating Instructions 11 Introduction ceeccccccccccucus 5 General Operating Instructions 12 Application iis ule Mia lal Canine alae take 5 Section 4 Options 505 13 Using This Manual 0000 eee 5 Skid Shoes 000 c eee eee eee 13 Owner Assistance 0 000 cee eens 5 Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication 14 Section 1 Assembly and Setup 6 M int ance Ssuten eter tern sta s ehecwe ue aretweth eras 14 RB45 amp RB55 Rear Blade 6 Lubrication 6 0 ee 14 Tractor Hook Up 00000200 eee 7 Moldboard and Blade
11. ard NOT BODY PARTS to check for suspected leaks A Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems A If an accident occurs see a doctor immediately Any fluid injected into the skin must be treated within a few hours or gangrene may result p Keep Riders Off Machinery A Riders obstruct the operator s view they could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the machine A Never allow children to operate equipment 5 21 07 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 3 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information Safety Labels specified by Land Pride When ordering new components make sure the correct safety labels are included in the Your Rear Blade comes equipped with all safety labels in place request They were designed to help you safely operate your implement 4 Refer to this section for proper label placement Read and follow their directions To install new labels 1 Keep all safety labels clean and legible a Clean the area the label is to be placed 2 Replace all damaged or missing labels To order new b Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer or visit our be placed dealer locator at landpride com 3 Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as c Peel backing from label Press firmly o
12. ate support stand 6 toa vertical position Reinsert pin 5 and secure with lock pin Lower unit to ground and unhook lifting device Remove front pivot shaft 7 from front hitch assembly 1 by removing 8 9 amp 10 hardware Secure front hitch assembly 1 to a lifting device or attach to a tractor See Tractor Hook Up on page 7 Position front hitch to main frame as shown Bottom plate of main frame 4 sets on top of front hitch tubing cross member 1 Align holes and install front pivot shaft 7 When top plate of pivot shaft bottoms out on top plate of front hitch reinstall 8 9 amp 10 Tighten hardware to secure front pivot shaft 7 If not already done attach unit to tractor 3 point hitch Top 3 point pin and lynch pin to be supplied by customer Check to be sure castle nut 11 and pivot washer 12 are securely attached to threaded tilt shaft Raise blade with tractor 3 point Support main frame section with blade approximately 1 to 2 off the ground RB45 amp RB55 Rear Blade Assembly Figure 1 1 11 Remove rotation lock pin 3 Rotate blade panel 2 If panel rotates too hard or is too loose remove cotter pin 13 Tighten or loosen castle nut 11 to adjust pivoting movement to desired tension Reinstall cotter pin 13 bending both legs around castle nut IMPORTANT Retighten castle nut 11 after first 20 hours of use and check periodically A CAUTION Alwa
13. board beyond the tractor tire and enable to work closer to obstructions 19 Moldboard height Tall moldboard allows for a great deal of material to be moved 4 Solid Kingpin 4 Solid steel is matched for workloads up to 180 HP Heavy duty pivot housing 1 Thick steel gives pivot housing strength which is very important when pulling blade in tilt offset or angled positions 5 16 Moldboard with Heavy duty moldboard to handle loads from 180 HP tractors reinforcement Formed moldboard lip Top lip of moldboard is formed at 90 degrees for additional strength Reversible cutting edge Lengthens blade life by being able to use both edges Fully welded reinforced main Overall mainframe strength is enhanced due to being fully welded frame Retractable parking stand Enables one person hook up and keeps the mainframe off of the ground Grease points in front pivot Helps front pivot shaft to easily move shaft Skid shoes optional Skid shoes protect the moldboard from hitting low lying obstructions like manhole covers Side plates optional Side plates allow the blade to hold material in to drag from one spot to another Hydraulic adjustments Hydraulic adjustments can be made from the tractor seat for on the go changes Warranty One year parts amp labor 5 21 07 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 17 Table of Contents Section 8 Appendix Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Id
14. duct and all warranty adjustments must be made through such dealer Land Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at any time without notice This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damages 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 No other warranty of any kind whatsoever express or implied is made 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 This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days from the date of purchase by the end user Corporate Office P O Box 5060 Salina Kansas 67402 5060 USA www landpride com
15. e torque values listed above 18 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 5 21 07 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 to the following schedule when used as intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use Overall Unit One year Parts and Labor Hydraulic Cylinder One year Parts and Labor Hoses and Seals Considered wear items Cutting Edges Considered wear items This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land Pride and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part and does not cover common wear items such as blades belts tines etc Land Pride reserves the right to inspect any equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or workmanship This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride s 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 Claims under this Warranty must be made to the dealer which originally sold the pro
16. entification Bolt Size inches Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 in tpi N m ft lb N m ft lb N m ft lb mam pa be m be e ie Bolt Head Identification Metric class 6 8 class 6 8 Class 10 9 mm x pitch N m ft lb N m ft lb N m _ ft lb 1 4 28 8 5 6 13 10 18 14 11 24 17 33 25 17 13 26 19 37 27 5 16 18 7 16 14 5 16 24 31 22 47 35 67 49 43 32 67 49 95 70 7 16 20 49 36 75 55 105 78 u2 13 fees 49 ftos ze fiss fos 85 110 1 2 20 75 55 115 165 120 95 70 150 105 79 165 120 9 16 12 210 155 3 4 10 3 4 16 9 16 18 235 170 5 8 18 150 110 230 170 325 235 170 860 265 510 260 190 405 295 570 240 375 420 250 185 640 475 905 670 340 250 875 645 1230 910 370 275 955 705 1350 995 1 1 8 12 1120 2100 M30 X 2 1060 785 1680 1240 2320 1710 540 395 1210 890 1960 1440 T 1 4 7 680 500 1520 1120 2460 1820 1 1 4 12 750 555 1680 1240 2730 2010 1 3 8 12 1010 745 2270 1670 3680 2710 1180 870 2640 1950 4290 3160 1330 980 2970 2190 4820 3560 11 2 6 11 2 12 M36 X 3 5 1730 1270 2960 2190 4100 3220 1 in tpi nominal thread diameter in inches threads per inch 2 N m newton meters 3 ft Ib foot pounds 4mm x pitch nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread pitch Torque tolerance 0 15 of torquing values Unless otherwise specified us
17. g proficient with a blade takes practice Tractor horsepower your personal skill level soil or aggregate composition moisture levels and compaction factors will all have a definite impact on how easily and effectively you get the job done when you are in the dirt working mode Develop a plan to achieve your expected results Set the blade up at the proper angle or angles to do the job The hydraulic tilt and offset capabilities of the RB45 and RB55 series make these adjustments easy utilizing the tractors remote hydraulic controls Adjust the blade angle by simply pulling a pin and rotating the blade to the desired angle and reinserting the pin Setting the blade up may require some experimentation to achieve the desired results Lower the blade to the ground and proceed forward at a speed of no more than 2 to 4 mph The blade should immediately begin shaving the soil surface and dirt or aggregate material Set the tractor s draft link height control in the desired position With the blade set at a 90 degree angle you may need to raise the blade slightly so that the dirt or gravel can flow out evenly under the blade effectively shaving off high spots and filling in potholes or depressions If you have the blade set at a horizontal angle the shaved or accumulated material will begin to move outward toward the trailing edge of the blade The greater the angle the more quickly the shaved material will be distributed off to the side If it i
18. if the manual link is mounted on the left side and to the left if it is mounted on the right side There are 5 offset positions centered 4 10 1 2 17 and 23 Hydraulic blade Offset with 16 stroke cylinder If the cylinder is mounted on the right hand side the blade will offset to the left up to 27 and to the right up to 10 If the cylinder is mounted on the left hand side the blade will offset to the right up to 27 and to the left up to 10 Hydraulic blade Offset with 14 stroke cylinder If the cylinder is mounted on either side it will offset both directions 13 1 2 RB55 Blade Offset CAUTION The blade may come in contact with the tractor rear tire when offsetting blade to maximum position and angling blade in the same direction to most severe angle Manual Blade Offset The blade will offset to the right if the manual link is mounted on the left side and to the left if it is mounted on the right side There are 5 offset positions centered offset 6 1 2 13 19 1 2 and 25 1 2 Hydraulic blade Offset with 16 stroke cylinder If the cylinder is mounted on the right hand side the blade will offset to the left up to 29 1 2 and to the right up to 12 1 2 If the cylinder is mounted on the left hand side the blade will offset to the right up to 29 1 2 and to the left up to 12 1 2 Hydraulic blade Offset with 14 stroke cylinder If the cylinder is mounted on either
19. lade to help prevent damage to the surface of the ground by the blade Refer to the skid shoe manual for assembly instructions and operations Kit Bundle 301 110A SKID SHOE ASSEMBLY 5 21 07 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 13 Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any implement With careful and systematic inspection you can avoid costly maintenance time and repair After using your Rear Blade for several hours check all bolts to be sure they are tight Replace any worn damaged or illegible safety labels by obtaining new labels from your Land Pride Dealer Ay warninc Do not alter the Rear Blade Altering the blade can adversely affect its performance and reliability causing damage to the blade tractor and or bodily injury Always replace damaged parts with original Land Pride parts Lubrication Lubrication lt Multi purpose Multi purpose amp Multi purpose 50 Intervals in hours at which Legend r spray lube H aS grease lube oil lube hrs lubrication is required bd Seasonally Moldboard and Blade Grease moldboard and blade when storing for an extended period of time Type of Lubrication Multi Purpose Quantity Coat Generously Pivot Shaft Grease every 24 hours Type of Lubrication Multi Purpose Quantity 2 4 pumps 14 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear
20. lly 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 A 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 For Your Protection A Thoroughly read and understand the Safety Label section read all instructions noted on them Shutdown and Storage A Lower machine to ground put tractor in park turn off engine and remove the key A Detach and store implements in a area where children normally do not play Secure implement by using blocks and supports 5 21 07 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 1 Important Safety Information this manual Use Safety Lights and Devices A 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 A Flashing warning lights and turn signals are recommended whenever driving on public roads Use lights and devices provided with implement Table of Contents Land Pride These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in Transport Machinery Safely A Comply with state and
21. local laws A 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 A Sudden braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes iko A 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 A IMPORTANT Do not tow a load that is more than double the weight of tractor NYP NYP K Q p Z Q ZININN ZININN Yj Use A Safety Chain Practice Safe Mainte A Allow implement to cool A A safety chain will help control drawn machinery should it separate from the tractor drawbar A Use a chain with the strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of the towed machinery A Attach the chain to the tractor drawbar support or other specified anchor location Allow only enough slack in the chain to permit turning A Do not use safety chain for towing nance A Understand procedure before doing work Use proper tools and equipment refer to Operator s Manual for additional information A Work in aclean dry area A Lower the implement to the ground put tractor in park turn off engine and remove key before performing maintenance completely
22. lows for a great deal of material to be moved Formed moldboard lip Top lip of moldboard is formed at 90 degrees for additional strength Moldboad thickness with Heavy duty moldboard to handle the workload from tractors up to 110 HP 3 16 reinforcement channel 2 Kingpin Kingpin is matched to handle workloads up to 110 HP Reversible cutting edge Lengthens blade life by being able to use both edges Fully welded main frame Overall mainframe strength is enhanced due to being fully welded Retractable parking stand Enables one person hook up and keeps the mainframe off the ground Heavy duty pivot housing 5 8 Thick steel gives pivot housing strength which is very important when pulling blade in tilt offset or angled positions Optional hydraulic Hydraulic adjustments can be made from the tractor seat for on the go changes adjustments Warranty One year parts amp labor 16 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 5 21 07 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 7 Features and Benefits RB55 Series Rear Blades a Working widths 108 120 Tractor HP Range 90 180 HP Cat 2 and 3 Bushing provided to go from Cat 2 to Cat 3 enables a wider variety of tractors to be used 7 Forward and 7 reverse Various positions to work in various conditions to get desired results positions Tilt left or right Tilt moldboard left or right for ditching Offset left or right Position the mold
23. not operate the side shift cylinder with blade in the ground or to push or pull other objects Improper use can damaged the Rear Blade Ay warnine Do not use the blade for pulling fence posts stumps etc lifting objects carry objects or towing other equipment Any of the above can result in Rear Blade damage serious bodily injury or death A DANGER Never carry a person on the blade A person can fall and be ran over by the blade or tractor causing serious injury or death IMPORTANT Avoid catching the hydraulic hoses on brush post stumps and other protrusions that could damage and or break them 1 Thoroughly inspect the work area for buried utility cables pipelines sprinkler heads and any unforeseen objects Mark any potential hazards 2 Place grade stakes if you intend to develop a specific grade or soil level 3 Adjust the blade to the desired angle tilt and offset position before lowering the blade to the ground 4 Lower blade to the ground and proceed forward at a speed of no more than 2 to 4 mph The blade should immediately begin shaving the soil surface 5 Set the tractor s draft link height control to the desired position With the blade set at a 90 degree angle you may need to raise the blade slightly so that the dirt or gravel can flow out evenly under the blade effectively shaving off high spots and filling in potholes or depressions 5 21 07 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 3
24. nto the surface Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card A CAUTION FALLING RAKE OR MOLDBOARD HAZARD To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage Pivot nut amp cotter pin must be in place BEFORE n 818 202C Rake or Moldboard will fall off if nut amp pin are missing za Caution Retaining Nut 818 230C Red reflector Both ends 4 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 5 21 07 Land Pride Introduction Table of Contents Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners This implement 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 the machine Application Land Pride s RB45 and RB55 Series Rear Blade is built tough from the ground up for applications ranging from landscaping construction snow removal feedlot cleaning and all around farm use Available options include single hydraulic gauge wheel side plates for holding dirt in and skid shoes for blade protection See Section 7 Features and Benefits on page 16 for additional information Using This Manual e 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 informati
25. ocated on the 4 Attach hydraulic cylinder to the lugs located on either back of the Rear Blade with clevis pins Make sure side of the Rear Blade with clevis pins Make sure hydraulic ports are positioned facing forward and the hydraulic ports are positioned on top and the cylinder cylinder base in positioned up as shown base in positioned 2 the font OS ORONT 5 Secure clevis pins with hair pin cotters 5 Secure clevis pins with hair pin cotters 6 Route hoses through hose brackets located on top of 6 Route hoses through hose brackets located on top of the main frame and on the right side of the front hitch the main frame and on the right side of the front hitch Connect hoses to tractor s hydraulic system 15004 Connect hoses to tractor s hydraulic system ey Hydraulic Tilt and Offset Assembly Figure 1 6 8 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 5 21 07 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly and Setup Manual Blade Offset Refer to Figure 1 7 1 Attach blade offset links to the left or right side of the blade as shown with two clevis pins and secure with hair pin cotters 2 Adjust offset angle by removing the hitch pin and moving outer link to a different hole Replace hitch pin and secure with hair pin cotter Manual Blade Tilting Refer to Figure 1 7 1 Attach ratchet jack to the back side of the blade as shown with two 1 clevis pins and secure with hair pin
26. on 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 or printed from the Land Pride Service amp Support Center by your dealer 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 NOTE A special point of information that the operator must be aware of before continuing IMPORTANT A special point of information related to its preceding topic Land Pride s intention is that this information should be read and noted before continuing Owner Assistance The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by the dealer at the time of purchase This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service If customer service or repair parts are required contact a Land Pride dealer A dealer has trained personnel repair parts and equipment needed to service the Rear Blade The parts on your Rear Blade have been specially designed and should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride parts Therefore should your Rear Blade require replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer Serial Number Plate For prompt service always use the se
27. other equipment on the tractor do not contact the frame and moldboard 3 Carefully pivot blade fully clockwise and offset blade such that the moldboard end closest to the tractor is in line with the tractor tire Raise and lower implement to ensure tractor tires and tractor do not contact the blade 4 Carefully pivot blade fully counterclockwise and offset blade such that the moldboard end closest to the tractor is in line with the tractor tire Raise and lower implement to ensure tractor tires and tractor do not contact the blade 5 Inspect hydraulic hoses for wear damage and hydraulic leaks See Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard on page 3 Replace damaged and worn hoses with genuine Land Pride parts Transporting A 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 When traveling on roadways transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely 2 Leave enough clearance on both sides of the blade when traveling straight or making turns to keep the blade from contacting obstacles such as buildings trees or fences 3 Slow down when traveling over rough or hilly terrain Basic Operating Instructions warnine Do not use blade tilt to raise tractor tires off the ground for repair Improper use can damaged the Rear Blade warnine Do
28. rial number and model number when ordering parts from your Land Pride dealer Be sure to include your serial and model numbers in correspondence also Refer to Figure 1 for the location of your serial number plate Serial Number Location Figure 1 Further Assistance Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new Rear Blade 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 Ifyou are still not satisfied seek out the owner or general manager of the dealership explain the problem and request assistance 3 For further assistance write to Land Pride Service Department 1525 East North Street P O Box 5060 Salina Ks 67402 5060 E mail address lpservicedept landpride com 5 21 07 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 5 Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly and Setup RB45 amp RB55 Rear Blade Refer to Figure 1 1 1 2 3 oo 10 Uncrate blade Assembly from shipping crate Remove front hitch assembly 1 from blade panel 2 Use a lifting device to set blade panel 2 upright Remove rotation pin 3 and position main frame 4 at 90 to blade panel and replace rotation lock pin 3 Remove pin 5 and rot
29. s necessary to work up next to a building foundation abutment or raised curb you may want to offset the blade so that the outside edge of the blade is beyond the outer edge of the tractor tire in working position Back filling operations may be more Land Pride easily performed by reversing the blade and operating the tractor in reverse or commonly called the push mode If you are performing the construction of soil contours or waterways you will probably need to set a tilt angle on the blade to achieve the desired effect If you are grading or cutting a new ditch bank or forming a road crown you will probably want to offset the blade in combination with setting an appropriate tilt angle This again will likely require some experimentation to gain desired results Snow removal techniques with a blade will be very similar to dirt working techniques and will require a little experimentation to become proficient With a little practice you should become a very good operator and consistently achieve the desired results you expect with your Land Pride RB45 and RB55 Series blade See Section 6 Specifications amp Capacities on page 15 and Section 7 Features and Benefits on page 16 for additional information and performance enhancing options 12 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 5 21 07 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 4 Options Skid Shoes The skid shoes are attached to both ends of the b
30. se and 3 counterclockwise positions 1 Adjust blade angle by removing the angling locking pin and rotating the blade to a different hole position 2 Replace angle locking pin and secure with hair pin 3 The blade may also be rotated around 180 degrees a Remove angling locking pin from turntable b Rotate blade 180 degrees c Reconnect angle locking pin to turntable IMPORTANT Make sure the angling link is properly re installed before using the blade Blade Tilt A CAUTION Avoid injury from falling blade by always checking to make sure all hardware is secured properly before tilting blade Manual Tilt Adjustment Refer to Figure 1 7 on page 9 The blade end can be tilted manually by as much 20 degrees with the ratchet jack 1 Set ratchet lock and pump lever back and forth to raise one end of the blade higher than the other end 2 Reposition ratchet lock and pump lever back and forth to tilt blade in the opposite direction Hydraulic Tilt Adjustment Refer to Figure 1 6 on page 8 The blade end can be tilted hydraulically with the tilt cylinder by as much as 20 degrees 1 Operate tractor control lever to change blade tilt by as much as 20 degrees right or left RB45 Blade Offset A CAUTION The blade may come in contact with the tractor rear tire when offsetting blade to maximum position and angling blade in the same direction to most severe angle Manual Blade Offset The blade will offset to the right
31. side it will offset both directions 16 10 FRB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 5 21 07 Land Pride Section 3 Operating Procedures Table of Contents Operating Check List 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 blade Therefore it is absolutely essential that no one operates the Rear Blade without first having read fully understood and become totally familiar with the Operator s Manual Make sure the operator has paid particular attention to Important Safety Information pages 1 to 3 e Section 1 Assembly and Setup page 6 e Section 2 Adjustments page 10 e Section 3 Operating Procedures page 11 e Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication page 14 Operating Checklist Check 3 point Hook up procedure Be sure all pins have been installed and are secured All blade adjustments have been made and pins have been installed and are secured The operator has read and understood how to operate the blade Check the blade initially and periodically for loose bolts amp pins See Torque Values Chart Make the following inspections after attaching the Rear Blade to the tractor 1 Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in good working condition 2 Carefully raise and lower the implement to ensure that the drawbar tires and
32. ys check to be sure that the slotted hex nut and cotter pin are in place to retain the blade before reversing the blade If they are missing the blade will fall off the frame while being rotated lt D 10349 RB4596 RB45108 amp RB5596 Rear Blade 301 133M 5 21 07 Land Pride Section 1 Assembly and Setup Tractor Hook Up Refer to Figures 1 2 1 3 1 4 amp 1 5 Ay DANGER Tractor hook up to equipment is dangerous and can result in serious injury or death Do not allow anyone to stand between the blade and tractor during hook up operations Do not operate the hydraulic 3 point lift controls while someone is directly behind the tractor or near the blade 1 Slowly back tractor up to the Rear Blade while using tractor s 3 point hydraulic control to align the lower hitch link holes with lower hitch clevis holes on the blade 2 Engage park brake shut engine off and remove key before dismounting from tractor a With tractor s lower hitch arms aligned and positioned in the clevises insert hitch pins through the clevis lugs and lower arm holes Be sure to use the bushings as shown in Figures 1 3 1 4 amp 1 5 Secure hitch pins with linch pins 3 Connect top center link to the upper pivot hitch mounting holes using customer supplied clevis pin and linch pin 4 Ensure that the lower hitch arms are blocked to prevent excessive side movement 5 Remove hitch pin and raise support stand fully up
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