Landoll 5530 User manual

F-524-0410 04/2010
LANDOLL CORPORATION
1900 North Street
Marysville, Kansas 66508
[phone]
800-428-5655 ~ WWW.LANDOLL.COM
Model 5530
Grain Drill
Operator’s Manual

F-524-0410 Edition i
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
Understanding Safety Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
2 Standard Specifications
3 Assembly Instructions
Press Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
4 Operation and Maintenance
Tractor Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Grain Drill Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Attaching Grain Drill To The Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Transport Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Folding/Unfolding the Grain Drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Leveling the Hitch Clevis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Leveling the Hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Transporting the Grain Drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Compressor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Air System Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Openers – Hydraulic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Hydraulic Lift System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Battery Operated Acre Counter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Seed Rate Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Meter/Seed Rate Handle Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
Seed Rate Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Dry Fertilizer Combination Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
Fertilizer Box – Clean Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Fertilizer – Rate Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
Fertilizer – Rate Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Air Spring Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
Opener Blade Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Opener – Press Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30

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Opener Scraper Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
Opener Soil Strip Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32
Drive Shaft – Coupler Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Walkboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34
Ladder Use and Transport Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Hydraulic Row Markers (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Hydraulic Row Marker Disc Adjustment (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Shaft Monitor Bin Level Sensor Operation (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39
Wheel Bearing Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
Hydraulic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
Hose Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-41
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42
Lubrication Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44
5 Troubleshooting Guide

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Chapter 1
Introduction
The Landoll Model 5530 Grain Drill is a quality product designed to give years of trouble free performance. By
following each section of this manual, your system will perform as designed for you and your operation
CHAPTER 1 gives basic instructions on the use of this manual.
CHAPTER 2 gives product specifications. These specifications supply lengths and measures for your
equipment. A Standard Bolt Torque Table is provided to give guidelines for bolt torques to
be used when servicing this product.
CHAPTER 3 contains assembly instructions for your Model 5530 Grain Drill. When these procedures
are correctly followed, your equipment shouldprovide you years of trouble-free operation
and service.
CHAPTER 4 instructs how to operate your equipment before using it, and describes adjustments
needed. It also gives practical advice for the care and maintenance of your Landoll
equipment. Drawings in this section locate adjustment points on the equipment.
NOTE: IF THE EQUIPMENT IS IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED OR MAINTAINED, THE
WARRANTY IS VOID. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT:
LANDOLL CORPORATION
1900 NORTH STREET
MARYSVILLE, KANSAS 66508
or phone:
[phone] or
[phone]
or FAX:
[phone]
CHAPTER 5 is a troubleshooting guide to aid in diagnosing and solving problems with the equipment.
PARTS LIST is a separate manual showing the various assemblies, subassemblies, and systems.
Refer to that manual when ordering Landoll replacement parts. Order parts from your
Landoll dealer.
WARRANTY The Warranty Registration form is included with the product documents. Fill it out and
mail it within 15 days of purchase. The Warranty is printed inside the front cover.
NOTE: IMPROPER ASSEMBLY, MODIFICATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF YOUR
LANDOLL MACHINE CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
COMMENTS Address comments or questions regarding this publication to:
LANDOLL CORPORATION
1900 NORTH STREET
MARYSVILLE, KANSAS 66508
ATTENTION: PUBLICATIONS -DEPT. 55

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INTRODUCTION
Understanding Safety
Statements
You will find various types of safety information on the
following pages and on the machine signs (decals)
attached to the vehicle. This section explains their
meaning.
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION
NOTE
Means that failure to follow these instructions could
cause damage to the equipment or cause it to operate
improperly.
NOTE
Make sure you read and understand the information
contained in this manual and on the machine signs
(decals) before you attempt to operate or maintain this
vehicle.
The safety statements contained in this manual relate to
the operation of the Model 5530 Grain Drill.
Danger means a life-threatening situation exists.
Death can occur if safety measures or
instructions on this label are not properly
followed.
Warning means serious injury or death can occur
if safety measures or instructions on this label
are not properly followed.
Caution means serious equipment or other
property damage can occur if instructions on this
label are not properly followed.

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Chapter 2
Standard Specifications
5530 SERIES THREE SECTION GRAIN DRILL
MODEL NO. 5530-30X7.5 5530-30X10 5530-40X7.5 5530-40X10
WORKING WIDTH 30’-0” 30’-0” 40’-0” 40’-0”
ROW SPACING 7-1/2” 10” 7-1/2” 10”
NO. OF OPENERS 48 36 64 48
TRANSPORT WIDTH 14’-6” 14’-6” 14’-6” 14’-6”
TIRE AND WHEELS (4) 12L x 15, 12 ply - 8 bolt (frame) (4) 11L -15, 12 ply - 6 bolt (wing)
ESTIMATED WEIGHT (LBS.) 17,600 16,160 22,650 20,800
Specifications are subject to change without prior notification.
5530 SERIES THREE SECTION GRAIN DRILL W/ DRY FERTILIZER
MODEL NO. 5530-30X7.5 5530-30X10 5530-40X7.5 5530-40X10
WORKING WIDTH 30’-0” 30’-0” 40’-0” 40’-0”
ROW SPACING 7-1/2” 10” 7-1/2” 10”
NO. OF OPENERS 48 36 64 48
TRANSPORT WIDTH 14’-6” 14’-6” 14’-6” 14’-6”
TIRE AND WHEELS (4) 12L x 15, 12 ply - 8 bolt (frame) (4) 11L -15, 12 ply - 6 bolt (wing)
ESTIMATED WEIGHT (LBS.) 18,150 16,660 23,360 21,440
Specifications are subject to change without prior notification.
TIRE INFLATION
TIRE
SIZE TIRE MANUFACTURER PLY/LOAD RATING INFLATION PRESSURE (psi) (max.)
12.5L x 15
Farm Highway Service Goodyear F Load 4680 lbs. 90 psi
11L x 15 Goodyear 12 Ply/3860 lbs 52 psi

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STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
Table 2-1: General Torque Specifications
LANDOLL CORPORATION
GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (REV. 4/97)
THIS CHART PROVIDES TIGHTENING TORQUES FOR GENERAL PURPOSE APPLICATIONS WHEN SPECIAL TORQUES ARE NOT SPECIFIED ON PROCESS
OR DRAWING.
ASSEMBLY TORQUES APPLY TO PLATED NUTS AND CAPSCREWS ASSEMBLED WITHOUT SUPPLEMENTAL LUBRICATION (AS RECEIVED CONDITION).
THEY DO NOT APPLY IF SPECIAL GRAPHITE MOLY-DISULFIDE OR OTHER EXTREME PRESSURE LUBRICANTS ARE USED.
WHEN FASTENERS ARE DRY (SOLVENT CLEANED), ADD 33% TO AS RECEIVED CONDITION TORQUE.
BOLT HEAD IDENTIFICATION MARKS INDICATE GRADE AND MAY VARY FROM MANUFACTURER TO MANUFACTURER.
THICK NUTS MUST BE USED ON GRADE 8 CAPSCREWS.
USE VALUE IN [ ] IF USING PREVAILING TORQUE NUTS.
TORQUE IS SPECIFIED IN FOOT POUNDS
UNC
Size SAE Grade 2SAE Grade 5SAE Grade 8UNF Size SAE Grade 2 SAE Grade 5SAE Grade 8
1/4-20 4 [5] 6 [7] 9 [11] 1/4-28 5 [6] 7 [9] 10 [12]
5/16-18 8 [10] 13 [16] 18 [22] 5/16-24 9 [11] 14 [17] 20 [25]
3/8-16 15 [19] 23 [29] 35 [43] 3/8-24 17 [21] 25 [31] 35 [44]
7/16-14 24 [30] 35 [43] 55 [62] 7/16-20 27 [34] 40 [50] 60 [75]
1/2-13 35 [43] 55 [62] 80 [100] 1/2-20 40 [50] 65 [81] 90 [112]
9/16-12 55 [62] 80 [100] 110 [137] 9/16-18 60 [75] 90 [112] 130 [162]
5/8-11 75 [94] 110 [137] 170 [212] 5/8-18 85 [106] 130 [162] 180 [225]
3/4-10 130 [162] 200 [250] 280 [350] 3/4-16 150 [188] 220 [275] 320 [400]
7/8-9 125 [156] 320 [400] 460 [575] 7/8-14 140 [175] 360 [450] 500 [625]
1-8 190 [237] 408 [506] 680 [850] 1-14 210 [263] 540 [675] 760 [950]
1-1/8-7 270 [337] 600 [750] 960 [1200] 1-1/8-12 300 [375] 660 [825] 1080 [1350]
1-1/4-7 380 [475] 840 [1050] 1426 [1782] 1-1/4-12 420 [525] 920 [1150] 1500 [1875]
1-3/8-6 490 [612] 110 [1375] 1780 [2225] 1-3/8-12 560 [700] 1260 [1575] 2010 [2512]
1/1-2-6 650 [812] 1460 [1825] 2360 [2950] 1/1-2-12 730 [912] 1640 [2050] 2660 [3325]
METRIC
COARSE THREAD METRIC CLASS 10.9 FASTENERS AND CLASS 10.0 NUTS AND THROUGH HARDENED FLAT WASHERS, PHOSPHATE COATED, ROCKWELL
“C” 38-45.
USE VALUE IN [ ] IF USING PREVAILING TORQUE NUTS.
Nominal
Thread
Diameter
mm
Standard Torque Nominal
Thread
Diameter
mm
Standard Torque
Newton-
Meters Foot- Pounds Newton- Meters Foot- Pounds
6 10 [14] 7 [10] 20 385 [450] 290 [335]
7 16 [22] 12 [16] 24 670 [775] 500 [625]
8 23 [32] 17 [24] 27 980 [1105] 730 [825]
10 46 [60] 34 [47] 30 1330 [1470] 990 [1090]
12 80 [101] 60 [75] 33 1790 [1950] 1340 [1450]
14 125 [155] 90 [115] 36 2325 [2515] 1730 [1870]
16 200 [240] 150 [180] 39 3010 [3210] 2240 [2380]
18 275 [330] 205 [245]

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
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Table 2-2: Hydraulic Fitting Torque Specifications
LANDOLL CORPORATION
HYDRAULIC FITTING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
37oJIC, ORS, & ORB (REV. 10/97)
THIS CHART PROVIDES TIGHTENING TORQUES FOR HYDRAULIC FITTING APPLICATIONS WHEN SPECIAL TORQUES ARE NOT SPECIFIED ON PROCESS
OR DRAWING.
ASSEMBLY TORQUES APPLY TO PLATED CARBON STEEL AND STAINLESS STEEL FITTINGS ASSEMBLED WITHOUT SUPPLEMENTAL LUBRICATION (AS
RECEIVED CONDITION).THEY DO NOT APPLY IF SPECIAL GRAPHITE MOLY-DISULFIDE OR OTHER EXTREME PRESSURE LUBRICANTS ARE USED.
BRASS FITTINGS AND ADAPTERS - 65% OF THE TORQUE VALUE FOR STEEL. STAINLESS STEEL, ALUMINUM AND MONEL - THREADS ARE TO BE
LUBRICATED.
TORQUE IS SPECIFIED IN FOOT POUNDS
PARKER BRAND FITTINGS
Dash Size 37 Degree JIC O-Ring (ORS) O-Ring Boss (ORB)
-4 11-13 15-17 13-15
-5 14-16 — 21-23
-6 20-22 34-36 25-29
-8 43-47 58-62 40-44
-10 55-65 100-110 57.5-62.5
-12 80-90 134-146 75-85
-16 115-125 202-218 109-121
-20 160-180 248-272 213-237
-24 185-215 303-327 238-262
-32 250-290 — 310-340
GATES BRAND FITTINGS
Dash Size 37 Degree JIC O-Ring (ORS) O-Ring Boss (ORB)
-4 10-11 10-12 14-16
-5 13-15 — —
-6 17-19 18-20 24-26
-8 34-38 32-40 37-44
-10 50-56 46-56 50-60
-12 70-78 65-80 75-83
-14 — 65-80 —
-16 94-104 92-105 111-125
-20 124-138 125-140 133-152
-24 156-173 150-180 156-184
-32 219-243 — —
AEROQUIP BRAND FITTINGS
Dash Size 37 Degree JIC O-Ring (ORS) O-Ring Boss (ORB)
-4 11-12 10-12 14-16
-5 15-16 — 18-20
-6 18-20 18-20 24-26
-8 38-42 32-35 50-60
-10 57-62 46-50 72-80
-12 79-87 65-70 125-135
-14 — — 160-180
-16 108-113 92-100 200-220
-20 127-133 125-140 210-280
-24 158-167 150-165 270-360
-32 245-258 — —

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STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
Figure 2-1: 5530-30 Left Wing Placement
5530-30’
SEED BOX
7-1/2” SPACING
LEFT WING
5530-30’
LEFT WING SEED BOX
10” SPACING
20-3/8
10-5/8
4-5/8
20-3/8 9-1/2
4-5/8
5530-30 left wing