Land Pride Straw Crimper CR2572 User manual

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Straw Crimper
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Look for the Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Be Aware of Signal Words. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Be Aware of Special Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Protective Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Dealer Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Unloading Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Torque Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Hitch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Optional Weight Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Section 2: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Parking Stands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Storage Position Without Added Weight . . . . . . 11
Storage Position With Added Weight . . . . . . . . . 11
Working Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Section 3: Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . 12
Operating Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Operating Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Quick Hitch Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Leveling Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Tractor Shutdown Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Unhook Straw Crimper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Long-Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Ordering Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Section 4: Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Weight Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication . . . . . 17
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cleaning the Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Lubrication Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Disc Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Section 6: Specifications & Capacities . . . . . 19
Section 7: Features & Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Section 8: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Section 9: Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Section 10: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Important Safety Information
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Important Safety Information
Listed below are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products
described in this manual.
Tractor Shutdown & Storage
If engaged, disengage power
take-off.
Park on solid, level ground and
lower implement to ground or onto
support blocks.
Put tractor in park or set park
brake.
Turn off engine and remove
ignition key to prevent
unauthorized starting.
Relieve all hydraulic pressure to
auxiliary hydraulic lines.
Wait for all components to stop
before leaving operator’s seat.
Use steps, grab-handles and
anti-slip surfaces when stepping
on and off the tractor.
OFF
REMOVE
Look for the Safety Alert Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard
to personal safety and extra precaution must be taken. When you
see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. 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 equipment.
Safety Precautions for
Children
Tragedy can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of
children, Children generally are
attracted to implements and their
work.
Never assume children will remain
where you last saw them.
Keep children out of the work area
and under the watchful eye of a
responsible adult.
Be alert and shut the implement
and tractor down if children enter
the work area.
Never carry children on the tractor
or implement. There is not a safe
place for them to ride. They may
fall off and be run over or interfere
with the control of the power
machine.
Never allow children to operate the
power machine, even under adult
supervision.
Never allow children to play on the
power machine or implement.
Use extra caution when backing
up. Before the tractor starts to
move, look down and behind to
make sure the area is clear.
Safety at All Times
Careful operation is your best
assurance against an accident.
All operators, no matter how much
experience they may have, should
carefully read this manual and
other related manuals, or have the
manuals read to them, before
operating the power machine and
this implement.
Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section. Read
all instructions noted on them.
Do not operate the equipment
while under the influence of drugs
or alcohol as they impair the ability
to safely and properly operate the
equipment.
The operator should be familiar
with all functions of the tractor and
attached implement, and be able
to handle emergencies quickly.
Make sure all guards and shields
appropriate for the operation are in
place and secured before
operating the implement.
Keep all bystanders away from
equipment and work area.
Start tractor from the driver’s seat
with hydraulic controls in neutral.
Operate tractor and controls from
the driver’s seat only.
Never dismount from a moving
tractor or leave tractor unattended
with engine running.
Do not allow anyone to stand
between tractor and implement
while backing up to implement.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power-driven parts.
While transporting and operating
equipment, watch out for objects
overhead and along side such as
fences, trees, buildings, wires, etc.
Do not turn tractor so tight as to
cause hitched implement to ride
up on the tractor’s rear wheel.
Store implement in a safe and
secure area where children
normally do not play. When
needed, secure implement against
falling with support blocks.
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Be Aware of Signal Words
A signal word designates a degree or level of hazard seriousness. They are:
DANGER:
!
WARNING:
CAUTION:
!
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Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.
Be Aware of Special Notices
Special notices are intended to point out important and helpful information that
should be followed. They are usually placed inside a box. They are:
Indicates that equipment or property damage could result if
instructions are not followed.
Indicates supplementary explanations that will be helpful when
using the equipment.
IMPORTANT:
NOTE:

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Listed below are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products
described in this manual.
Use A Safety Chain
A safety chain will help control
drawn machinery should it
separate from the tractor drawbar.
Use a chain with the strength
rating equal to or greater than the
gross weight of the towed
implement.
Attach the chain to the tractor
drawbar support or other specified
anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in the chain to
permit turning.
Always hitch the implement to the
machine towing it. Do not use the
safety chain to tow the implement.
Practice Safe Maintenance
Understand procedure before doing
work. Refer to the Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
Work on a level surface in a clean
dry area that is well-lit.
Lower implement to the ground and
follow all shutdown procedures
before leaving the operator’s seat to
perform maintenance.
Do not work under any hydraulically
supported equipment. It can settle,
suddenly leak down, or be lowered
accidentally. If it is necessary to
work under the equipment,
securely support it with stands or
suitable blocking beforehand.
Use properly grounded electrical
outlets and tools.
Use correct tools and equipment for
the job that are in good condition.
Allow equipment to cool before
working on it.
Disconnect battery ground cable (-)
before servicing or adjusting
electrical systems or before welding
on implement.
Inspect all parts. Make certain
parts are in good condition &
installed properly.
Replace parts on this implement
with genuine Land Pride parts only.
Do not alter this implement in a way
which will adversely affect its
performance.
Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
Remove buildup of grease, oil, or
debris.
Always make sure any material and
waste products from the repair and
maintenance of the implement are
properly collected and disposed.
Remove all tools and unused parts
from equipment before operation.
Do not weld or torch on galvanized
metal as it will release toxic fumes.
Tire Safety
Tire changing
can be
dangerous
and must be
performed by
trained personnel
using the correct tools and
equipment.
Always properly match the wheel
size to the properly sized tire.
Always maintain correct tire
pressure. Do not inflate tires
above recommended pressures
shown in the Operator’s Manual.
When inflating tires, use a clip-on
chuck and extension hose long
enough to allow you to stand to
one side and NOT in front of or
over the tire assembly. Use a
safety cage if available.
Securely support the implement
when changing a wheel.
When removing and installing
wheels, use wheel handling
equipment adequate for the
weight involved.
Make sure wheel bolts have been
tightened to the specified torque.
Transport Safely
Comply with federal, state, and
local laws.
Use towing vehicle and trailer of
adequate size and capacity. Secure
equipment towed on a trailer with
tie downs and chains.
Sudden braking can cause a towed
trailer to swerve unexpectedly.
Reduce speed if towed trailer is not
equipped with brakes.
Avoid contact with any overhead
utility lines or electrically charged
conductors.
Always drive with load on end of
loader arms low to the ground.
Always drive straight up and down
steep inclines with heavy end of
skid steer on the “uphill” side.
Engage park brake when stopped
on an incline.
Maximum transport speed for an
attached equipment is 20 mph
(32 km/h). DO NOT EXCEED.
Never travel at a speed which does
not allow adequate control of
steering and stopping. Some rough
terrains require a slower speed.
As a guideline, use the following
maximum speed weight ratios for
attached equipment:
20 mph (32 km/h) when weight
of attached equipment is less
than or equal to the weight of
machine towing the equipment.
10 mph (16 km/h) when weight of
attached equipment exceeds
weight of machine towing
equipment but not more than
double the weight.
IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the weight
of the vehicle towing the load.

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Listed below are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products
described in this manual.
Use Seat Belt and ROPS
Land Pride recommends the use
of a CAB or roll-over-protective-
structures (ROPS) and seat belt
in almost all power machines.
Combination of a CAB or ROPS
and seat belt will reduce the risk
of serious injury or death if the
power machine should be upset.
If ROPS is in the locked-up
position, fasten seat belt snugly
and securely to help protect
against serious injury or death
from falling and machine overturn.
Keep Riders Off
Machinery
Never carry riders on the tractor or
implement.
Riders obstruct operator’s view
and interfere with the control of
the power machine.
Riders can be struck by objects or
thrown from the equipment.
Never use the tractor or
implement to lift or transport
riders.
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 the phone.
911
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
A Slow moving power machine
can create a hazard when driven
on public roads. They are difficult
to see, especially at night. Use the
Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) sign
when on public roads.
Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended
whenever driving on public roads.
Avoid High Pressure
Fluids
Escaping fluid
under pressure will
penetrate the skin or
eyes causing serious injury.
Relieve all residual pressure
before disconnecting hydraulic
lines or performing work on the
hydraulic system.
Make sure all hydraulic fluid
connections are properly
tightened/torqued and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in
good condition before applying
pressure to the system.
Use a piece of paper or
cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS,
to check for suspected leaks.
Wear protective gloves and
safety glasses or goggles when
working with hydraulic systems.
DO NOT DELAY. If an accident
occurs, seek immediate
emergency medical care or
gangrene may result.
Wear Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE)
Wear protective clothing and
equipment appropriate for the job
such as safety shoes, safety,
glasses, hard hat, dust mask,
and ear plugs.
Clothing should fit snug without
fringes and pull strings to avoid
entanglement with moving parts.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause hearing impairment or
hearing loss. Wear suitable
hearing protection such as
earmuffs or earplugs.
Operating a machine safely
requires the operator’s full
attention. Avoid wearing
headphones while operating
equipment.

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Handle
Chemicals Properly
Protective clothing should be
worn.
Handle all chemicals with care.
Follow instructions on container
label.
Agricultural chemicals can be
dangerous. Improper use can
seriously injure persons, animals,
plants, soil, and property.
Inhaling smoke from any type of
chemical fire can be a serious
health hazard.
Store or dispose of unused
chemicals as specified by the
chemical manufacturer.
Dig Safe - Avoid
Underground Utilities
USA: Call 811
CAN: digsafecanada.ca
Always contact your local utility
companies (electrical, telephone,
gas, water, sewer, and others)
before digging so that they may
mark the location of any
underground services in the area.
Be sure to ask how close you can
work to the marks they positioned.
Listed below are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products
described in this manual.
Avoid crystalline Silica
(quartz) Dust
Because crystalline silica is a basic
component of sand and granite,
many activities at construction sites
produce dust containing crystalline
silica. Trenching, sawing, and boring
of material containing crystalline
silica can produce dust containing
crystalline silica particles. This dust
can cause serious injury to the
lungs (silicosis).
There are guidelines which should
be followed if crystalline silica
(quartz) is present in the dust.
Be aware of and follow OSHA
(or other local, State, or Federal)
guidelines for exposure to airborne
crystalline silica.
Know the work operations where
exposure to crystalline silica may
occur.
Participate in air monitoring or
training programs offered by the
employer.
Be aware of and use optional
equipment controls such as water
sprays, local exhaust ventilation,
and enclosed cabs with positive
pressure air conditioning if the
machine has such equipment.
Otherwise respirators shall be worn.
Where respirators are required, wear
a respirator approved for protection
against crystalline silica containing
dust. Do not alter respirator in any
way. Workers who use tight-fitting
respirators can not have beards/
mustaches which interfere with the
respirator seal to the face.
If possible, change into disposable
or washable work clothes at the
work site; shower and change into
clean clothing before leaving the
work site.
Do not eat, drink, use tobacco
products, or apply cosmetics in
areas where there is dust containing
crystalline silica.
Store food, drink, and personal
belongings away from the work
area.
Wash hands and face before eating,
drinking, smoking, or applying
cosmetics after leaving the exposure
area.

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Safety Labels
Your Straw Crimper 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 labels clean and legible.
2. Refer to this section for proper label placement. Replace
all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from your
nearest Land Pride dealer. To find your nearest dealer,
visit our dealer locator at www.landpride.com.
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as
specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components
make sure the correct safety labels are included in the
request.
4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.
To install new labels:
a. Clean surface area where label is to be placed.
b. Spray soapy water onto the cleaned area.
c. Peel backing from label and press label firmly onto the
surface.
d. Squeeze out air bubbles with edge of a credit card or
with a similar type of straight edge.
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Introduction
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Introduction
Serial Number
For quick reference and prompt service, record model
and serial number on the inside cover page and again on
the warranty page. Always provide model number and
serial number when ordering parts and in all
correspondences with your Land Pride dealer. For
location of your serial number plate, see Figure 1.
Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
Further Assistance
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new Straw
Crimper. 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 any problems you have with your implement
with your dealership service personnel so they can
address the problem.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership, explain the
question/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
lpservicedep[email protected]
78145
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
This Straw Crimper 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 this machine.
Application
If heat, erosion or run-off is a problem, crimping straw into
the ground needs to be the final step in grass seeding.
The Land Pride CR2572 Straw Crimper keeps seed in
place and undisturbed soil on top, promoting an optional
environment where resources can be scarce. Seeding
along highways, large municipal sites, and other areas
where erosion control is needed are good applications for
a Land Pride Straw Crimper. The 72" (183 cm) width is
sized right for most landscaping sized tractors, and can
be used for large or small landscape jobs or roadside
work. When the ground is hard and time does not permit
another round of preparation before crimping, the
additional weight of the optional water tanks can help
force the discs into the hard-packed soil.
See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 19 and
“Features & Benefits” on page 20 for additional
information and performance enhancing options.
Using This Manual
•This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
the operator with safety, assembly, operation,
adjustments, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read
this manual and follow the recommendations to help
ensure safe and efficient operation.
•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
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be
downloaded, free-of-charge, from our website at
www.landpride.com
Terminology
“.Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by
the direction the operator faces while sitting in the
operator’s seat looking forward unless otherwise stated.
Owner Assistance
.The dealer should complete the Online Warranty
Registration at the time of purchase. This information is
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
The parts on your Straw Crimper have been specially
designed by Land Pride and should only be replaced with
genuine Land Pride parts. Contact a Land Pride dealer if
customer service or repair parts are required. Your Land
Pride dealer has trained personnel, repair parts, and
equipment needed to service the implement.

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Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up
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Tractor Requirements
Standard tractors and subcompact tractors with a 3-point
Cat. 1 hitch is required.
Hitch Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-point Cat. I
Ballast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See Warning below
WARNING
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To avoid serious injury or death:
Lightweight tractors with rear attached implements may need
weights added to the front to maintain steering control.
Consult your tractor Operator’s Manual to determine proper
weight requirements and maximum weight limitations.
Protective Equipment
The tractor MUST be equipped with protective equipment
designed to protect the operator from tractor roll over. An
enclosed tractor cab with a Roll Over Protective Structure
(ROPS) may qualify. See tractor’s manual for type of
protection your tractor has.
Dealer Preparations
This Straw Crimper has been partially assembled at the
factory. Some additional preparations will be necessary
to finish assembling the implement and to attach it to the
customer’s tractor. Make sure the intended tractor
conforms to “Tractor Requirements” on this page.
An understanding of how this implement works will aid in
final assembly and setup. Read and understand the
Operator’s Manual. Go through the “Pre-Assembly
Checklist” on this page. To speed up the assembly task
and make the job safer, have all needed parts and
equipment readily at hand.
Unloading Instructions
CAUTION
!
To avoid minor or moderate injury:
Never allow anyone under unit while unloading.
Using a lifting device of adequate size to remove crate
from flat bed. Place on a smooth flat work surface.
Carefully uncrate the unit to protect against scratching
and/or damaging the paint.
Torque Requirements
Refer to “Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes”
on page 22 to determine correct torque values when
tightening hardware.
Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up
Pre-Assembly Checklist
Check Reference
Have a forklift or loader with properly sized chains and
safety stands capable of lifting and supporting the
equipment on hand.
Have a minimum of two people available during
assembly.
Make sure all major components and loose
parts are shipped with the machine.
Operator’s
Manual
Double check to make sure all parts,
fasteners and pins are installed in the
correct location. Refer to the Parts Manual if
unsure. By double checking, you will lessen
the chance of using a bolt incorrectly that
may be needed later.
NOTE: All assembled hardware from the
factory has been installed in the correct
location. Remember location of a part or
fastener if removed during assembly. Keep
parts separated.
Operator’s
Manual
325-0373M
Parts
Manual
325-037P
Make sure working parts move freely, bolts
are tight & cotter pins are spread.
Operator’s
Manual
Make sure all safety labels are correctly
located and legible. Replace if damaged. Page 6
Make sure all grease fittings are in place
and lubricated. Page 18

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Assembly Instructions
Review all safety instructions printed in this manual
before assembling the Crimper.
Hitch Assembly
Refer to Figure 1-1:
1. Install upper hitches (#1) and (#2) to frame using
1/2" x 1 1/2" long bolts (#3) with lock washers (#4)
and nuts (#5).
2. Insert bushing (#6) between upper hitches, install
3/4" x 4" long bolt (#7) with lock washer (#8) and
nut (#9).
3. Tighten all hardware using torque requirements on
page 22.
NOTE: Do not tighten the hardware until assembly
is complete.
Hitch Assembly
Figure 1-1
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1. Attach water tanks (#2) to Straw Crimper frame with
3/8"-16 x 1" GR5 cap screws (#6), lock washers (#5),
and flat washers (#4). Tighten bolts to the correct
torque.
2. Make sure vented caps (#1) and drain plugs (#3) are
screwed on tight to the weight tanks.
Water Tanks Option
Figure 1-2
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Optional Weight Tanks
Refer to Figure 1-2:
Additional weight may be added to the Crimper with
weight tanks that can be filled with water.
IMPORTANT: You could loose steering control if
your tractor is too light. Refer to your tractor’s
manual to determine if additional ballast is needed.

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Parking Stands
Storage Position Without Added Weight
Refer to Figure 2-1:
Parking stands may be adjusted fully down so that the
Straw Crimper discs are supported above ground as
shown in Figure 2-1. Use this position only when parking
the Straw Crimper without weight added to the unit.
Storage Position With Added Weight
Refer to Figure 2-2:
If weight has been added to the unit, the parking stands
must be adjusted so that the Straw Crimper discs rest on
level ground as shown in Figure 2-2.
Working Position
Refer to Figure 2-3:
The four parking stands should be fully raised for working
and while transporting.
Parking Stand Unhooked Position without added weights
Figure 2-1
Parking Stand Unhooked Position with added weights
Figure 2-2
Parking Stands Shown in Working Position
Figure 2-3
Discs Supported
Above Ground
Extended Parking
Stand Fully Down
And Secured With
Wire Retaining Pin
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Discs Must Rest
On Level Ground
Parking Stand Must
Be Adjusted So
That Disc Rest On
Level Ground
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Operating Checklist
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and
maintenance of the Straw Crimper. Therefore, it is
absolutely essential that no one operates the Straw
Crimper unless they have read, and fully understand the
Operator’s Manual. Complete the Operating Checklist
listed below before operating the Straw Crimper.
Operating Safety
DANGER
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•Operate only on tractors equipped with a certified Roll-
Over Protective Structure (ROPS) and seat belt. Keep
folding ROPS in the “locked up” position when
appropriate. When ROPS is in the up position, the seat belt
must be fastened snugly and securely around the operator to
protect that person from falling and machine overturn.
•Always secure equipment with solid, non-concrete supports
before working under it. Never go under equipment
supported by concrete blocks or hydraulics. Concrete can
break, hydraulic lines can burst, and/or hydraulic controls
can be actuated even when power to hydraulics is off.
•Do not allow anyone near the tractor or implement while
they are operating. Stop operation if bystanders are too
close. They can be hit by flying projectiles, become
entangled in the equipment, or ran over.
•Keep bystanders and animals away from machinery while
in operation. They can become entangled in the equipment,
pinched, hit by throwing objects, ran over, etc.
Operating Checklist
Check Page
Read and follow all Safety Rules carefully.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”. 1
Make sure all guards and shields are in place.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”. 1
Read and follow preparation instructions. Refer
to “Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up”. 8
Read and make all required adjustments.
Refer to “Section 2: Adjustments”. 11
Read and follow hook-up & all operating
procedures.
Refer to “Section 3: Operating Instructions”.
12
Read and follow all Maintenance Instructions.
Refer to “Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication”. 17
Read and follow all Lubrication Instructions.
Refer to “Lubrication Points”. 17
Check Straw Crimper initially and periodically for loose
bolts and pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for
Common Bolt Sizes”.
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WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•Make sure safety labels are in their proper location and are
in good condition before operating the attached implement.
Read and obey all instructions on the labels.
•Allow only persons to operate this implement who have
fully read and comprehended this manual, and who have
been properly trained in the safe operation of this
implement. Serious injury or death can result from the
inability to read, understand, and follow instructions
provided in this manual.
•Never carry riders on the implement or tractor. Riders can
obstruct the operator’s view, interfere with controls, be
pinched by moving components, become entangled in
rotating components, struck by objects, thrown about, fall
off and be run over, etc.
•Do not operate crimper at speeds exceeding 5 mph.
Exceeding 5 mph can damage the frame and/or discs.
•Always keep your feet and legs out from under the Straw
Crimper.
•Do not use implement for a purpose other than the work it
is designed to do as defined in this manual.
•Do not use implement as a man lift, work platform or as a
wagon to carry objects. It is not properly designed or
guarded for this use.
•Do not use implement to tow other equipment. Doing so can
result in loss of control and damage the equipment.
•Avoid exposure to dust containing crystalline silica
particles. This dust can cause serious injury to the lungs
(silicosis). Because crystalline silica is a basic component
of sand and granite, many activities at construction sites
produce dust containing crystalline silica. Trenching,
sawing, and boring of material containing crystalline silica
can produce dust containing crystalline silica.
•Never make contact with underground utilities such as
electrical power lines, gas lines, phone lines, etc. They can
cause serious injury or death from electrocution, explosion,
or fire. Always call 811 (USA) before digging so that they
can mark the location of underground services in the area.
For contact information, see Dig Safe in the “Important
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Tractor Hook-Up
Refer to Figure 3-1:
DANGER
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
A Crushing Hazard exists when hooking-up equipment to a
tractor. Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor and
implement while backing-up to implement. Do not operate
hydraulic 3-Point lift controls while someone is directly
behind the tractor or near the implement.
Refer to Figure 3-1:
1. If installed, remove 3-Point stabilizing equipment to
allow Crimper to float over the ground and to help
reduce side loading on the discs.
2. Move drawbar fully forward. (Towards front of tractor)
3. Slowly back tractor up to Straw Crimper until tractor’s
lower 3-Point links are aligned with Crimper’s lower
hitch clevises.
4. Shut down tractor according to:“Tractor Shutdown
Procedure” on page 14
IMPORTANT: You could loose steering control if
your tractor is too light. Refer to your tractor’s
manual to determine if additional ballast is needed.
NOTE: Supplied with the Crimper are two lower
bushings (#2) for hooking-up to the implement with
a Quick Hitch. Do not use the lower bushings when
connecting directly to the tractor’s 3-Point arms.
5. Secure tractor’s 3-Point lower links to the lower hitch
clevises as follows:
Standard Tractors
Attach 3-Point lower arms to the upper clevis holes
(#5) with 7/8" diameter hitch pins (#1) and secure
with linchpins (#3).
(Hitch pins and linchpins are furnished with Crimper.)
Compact Tractors
Attach 3-Point lower arms to the lower clevis holes
(#4) with 7/8" diameter hitch pins (#1) and secure
with linchpins (#3).
(Hitch pins and linchpins are furnished with Crimper.)
6. Secure tractor’s top center link to the Crimper’s top
hitch (#6) using a 3/4" diameter hitch pin.
(3/4" top hitch pin is supplied by customer.)
7. Raise park stands up and secure in working position.
see “Working Position” on page 11
8. Return to the tractor and slowly operate controls up
and down to check for clearance between Straw
Crimper, tractor tires, frame, and drawbar. Move or
remove drawbar if it interferes with Crimper.
Quick Hitch Hook-Up
Refer to Figure 3-1:
Land Pride’s Model QH15 Quick hitch fits the Straw
Crimper’s Cat. I hitch. If using a compact tractor that
cannot lift the Crimper high enough for transport, move
7/8" hitch pins (#1) and Quick Hitch bushings (#2) to the
lowest holes in the 3-Point clevises. The Upper J-hook of
the Quick Hitch will need to be adjusted vertically to
accommodate center hook-up. Other brands that do not
have an adjustable J-hook may not fit when using the
lowest 3-Point hitch holes.
Tractor Hook-Up
Figure 3-1
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Leveling Adjustments
Check for levelness by parking tractor on a level surface
and lowering Crimper down until unit is approximately
1 to 2 inches off the ground. Place tractor in park or set
park brake, shut tractor off, and remove switch key.
1. Place a level on the front mainframe tube. Level
mainframe from left to right by adjusting one of the
tractor’s lower 3-Point arms up or down.
2. Without starting the tractor, lower tractor’s 3-Point
hitch until all weight is off of tractor.
3. Rotate level 90 degrees and place across end of
mainframe. Adjust tractor’s top center link until
mainframe is level from front to back.
Transporting
CAUTION
!
To avoid minor or moderate injury:
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 Straw
Crimper 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.
NOTE: See Tractor Operator’s Manual for
instructions on how to adjust tractor’s lower 3-Point
arms and top center link.
Tractor Shutdown Procedure
The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures.
Follow these procedures and any additional shutdown
procedures provided in your tractor Operator’s Manual
before leaving the operator’s seat.
1. Reduce engine speed and disengage power take-off
if engaged.
2. Park tractor and implement on level, solid ground.
3. Lower implement until it is flat on the ground or on
non-concrete support blocks.
4. Put tractor in park or set park brake, turn off engine,
and remove ignition key to prevent unauthorized
starting.
5. Relieve all hydraulic pressure to auxiliary hydraulic
lines.
6. Wait for all components to come to a complete stop
before leaving the operator’s seat.
7. Use steps, grab-handles and anti-slip surfaces when
stepping on and off the tractor.
Unhook Straw Crimper
The following steps should be done when unhooking
Straw Crimper from the tractor:
1. Park tractor and Straw Crimper on a solid level
surface. Lower Crimper until approximately 6" off the
ground. Place tractor in park or set park brake, shut
tractor off and remove switch key.
2. See “Parking Stands” on page 11 for information on
adjusting them to the correct height. Lower parking
stands to the correct height and make sure wire
retaining pins are secured in place.
3. Without starting tractor, lower tractor’s 3-Point hitch
until all weight is off of tractor.
4. Remove center hitch pin. Store hitch pin in a safe
location for reuse.
5. Remove lower hitch pins. Store lower hitch pins in
lower clevises for reuse.
6. Be sure implement is clear of tractor and then drive
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Long-Term Storage
Clean, inspect, service, and make necessary repairs to
the implement when storing it for long periods and at the
end of the season. This will help ensure the unit is ready
for field use the next time you hook-up to it.
1. Clean off any dirt and grease that may have
accumulated on the Straw Crimper. Scrape off
compacted dirt from the bottom and then wash
surface thoroughly with a garden hose.
2. Inspect Straw Crimper for loose, damaged, or worn
parts and adjust or replace if needed.
Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent
rust. Ask your Land Pride dealer for aerosol touch-up
paint. Paint is also available in touch-up bottles with
brush, quarts, and gallon sizes by adding TU, QT, or GL
to the end of the aerosol part number.
3. Replace all damaged or missing decals.
4. Store Straw Crimper inside if possible. Inside storage
will reduce maintenance and make for a longer
Crimper life.
5. Lubricate as noted in “Lubrication Points” on page
18.
6. Store Crimper on a level surface in a clean, dry place.
Inside storage will reduce maintenance and make for
a longer Crimper life.
7. Follow all unhooking instructions on page 14 when
disconnecting tractor from Crimper.
Ordering Replacement Parts
Land Pride offers equipment in factory standard Beige
with black highlights. This implement is also available in
Orange.
When ordering an optional color, the suffix number
corresponding to the color must be added at the end of
the part number. Parts ordered without the suffix number
will be supplied in factory standard colors.
For example, if you are ordering a replacement part with
part number 555-555C and the existing part is orange,
then add the suffix 82 to the end of the number to make
the part number read 555-555C82.
Land Pride Touch-up Paint
Part No. Part Description
821-011C PAINT LP BEIGE SPRAY CAN
821-066C PAINT ORANGE SPRAY CAN
821-070C PAINT GP GLOSS BLACK SPRAY CAN
82 . . . . . . . Orange 85. . . . . . . Black
General Operating Instructions
By now you should have read your operators manual and
properly installed your Land Pride CR2572 Straw
Crimper on your tractor. If you haven’t, please do so now.
Using a Crimper is a fairly simple task, but there are a few
things you need to consider before beginning. If you are
crimping in an area that employs irrigation or uses a
sprinkler system, you will need to mark the sprinkler
heads with small warning flags so they can be avoided.
You will also need to be aware of and mark any shallow
buried telephone, TV, electrical cables, or gas lines. Also,
you will want to avoid any sizable rocks or foreign material
that might be embedded in the soil that could cause
damage to the crimping discs.
Now that you know where you are going to crimp and
what precautions need to be taken, it is time to start the
tractor and travel to the site where you have spread the
straw that you intend to crimp into the soil profile. It is best
to start in the middle of the field and gradually work your
way to the outer perimeter with each pass. This will also
help keep you from compressing freshly crimped straw.
Begin by lowering the three-point hitch until the Crimper
is fully on the ground with all the weight off of the tractor.
Put the three-point in float position and pull ahead slowly
to get the discs into the ground. Gradually increase
ground speed to approximately 5 mph. Do not make
sharp turns with the Crimper in the ground as equipment
damage may result. At the end of each pass, lift the
Crimper out and off of the ground until you have realigned
the tractor for the next pass. Look back often to observe
your pattern and to make sure you are getting good
crimping action. If you aren’t achieving the desired effect,
you may need to add more weight or wait until after a rain
or after irrigation has been applied to soften the ground.
With very little practice you should become very
proficient and effective with your Land Pride CR2572
Straw Crimper.
At the completion of the crimping task the Crimper should
be washed, cleaned, and lubricated. Any lodged clods
should be cleaned out from between the discs. Units
being put up for the winter should also have water
drained from the weight tanks and storage stands should
be put in place. Store in a dry and well drained area.

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Weight Tanks
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Under no circumstances should riders be allowed. Never
allow riders for the purpose of adding extra weight to the unit.
Refer to Figure 4-1:
Weight may be added to the Crimper by installing
optional Land Pride poly water tanks.
Bricks, sand bags, blocks, etc. may be used if fastened
securely to the frame. Do not exceed 600 lbs. of
additional weight.
For additional information, see “Optional Weight
Tanks” on page 10 and “Specifications and
Capacities” on page 19.
See your nearest Land Pride dealer to purchase the
tanks.
Land Pride Weight Tanks
Part No. Part Description
325-025A CA2572 WEIGHT TANK BUNDLE
Section 4: Options
Shown with optional water tanks
Figure 4-1
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