Table of Contents Fertilizer Spreaders FS500, FS700 & FS1000 15594 309-500M 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 2008 Printed 6/27/08 Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
Land Pride Table of Contents Table of Contents Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Be Aware of Signal Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Definitions . . . . . . .
Land Pride ▲ Table of Contents Important Safety Information Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Be Aware of Signal Words A signal word designates a degree or level of hazard seriousness. The signal words are: ! DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Use Safety Lights and Devices Transport Machinery Safely ▲ Slow moving tractors, selfpropelled equipment, and towed implements can create a hazard when driven on public roads. They are difficult to see, especially at night. ▲ Flashing warning lights and turn signals are recommended whenever driving on public roads.
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. 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 phone. Wear Protective Equipment Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard ▲ Protective clothing and equipment should be worn.
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information Safety Labels 1. Your fertilizer spreader comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your spreader. Read and follow their directions. 2. Keep all safety labels clean and legible. 3. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new labels go to your Land Pride dealer. 4.
Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information 818-540C 15355 Danger: Guard Missing ROTATING DRIVELINE KEEP AWAY! 818-552C 15355 6/27/08 Danger: Rotating Driveline FS500, FS700 & FS1000 Fertilizer Spreaders 309-500M 5
Table of Contents Land Pride Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners. This Fertilizer Spreader 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 Fertilizer Spreader.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1: Assembly and Set-up Section 1: Assembly and Set-up Tractor Requirements Optional Equipment Assemblies The frame is designed for mounting on 3-point hitch tractor (category 1 or 2). Agitator Assemble the agitator as shown in Figure 1-2. Assembly The Fertilizer is disassembled when it gets the dealer. Refer to Figure 1-1 for assembly.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operation Section 2: Operation Transporting The Fertilizer Spreader is equipped with a towing hook for trailers. Maximum towing weight is 1200 pounds. ! CAUTION! Never transport your Fertilizer Spreader at speeds in excess of 20 miles per hour. Driveline Installation ! DANGER! Tractor PTO shield must be in place at all times during operation! 1. Slide driveline end with extended safety cone over splined shaft of the gearbox and secure with attaching device.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Section 3: Adjustments Adjustments How to adjust the Spreader Vanes To ensure even distribution on either side of the fertilizer spreader of differing specific gravities the vanes can be adjusted to the different holes on the distributor disc. When all vanes are placed in hole #1, the distribution to the left of the tractor driver is increased. If inserted into hole #4, distribution to the right of the driver increases. Refer to Figure 3-1.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Spreading Chart for Fertilizer and Seed TRACTO R SPEED (MPH) 2.5 LARGE GRANULAR 5.0 FERTIL7.5 SPRED WIDTH (FEET) QUANTITY SPREAD IN LBS./ACRE AT VARIOUS GATE SETTINGS 6 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 132 66 44 60 IZER MEDIUM GRANULAR FERTILIZER FINE GRANULAR FERTILIZER CRYSTAL. (AMMON. SULPHATE) THOMAS MEAL (BASIC SLAG) Wheat Alfalfa & Clover Fescue & Ryegrass 10 2.5 5.0 7.5 53 2.5 5.0 7.5 40 2.5 5.0 7.5 23 4.0 8.0 20 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 3.0 4.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Red Clover Kentucky Blue Grass & Bermuda Grass Sudan Grass Barley Rye 6/27/08 TRACTO R SPEED (MPH) 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 SPRED WIDTH (FEET) 31 12 52 49 40 QUANTITY SPREAD IN LBS.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance implement. Section 4: Maintenance General Maintenance Prior to operation, thoroughly lubricate fertilizer spreader. Check for proper operation of mechanisms by running the machine at no-load for a few feet. Adjust the distributing assembly for spreading the quantity desired and recheck for adjustment accuracy.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5: Specifications and Capacities Section 5: Specifications and Capacities FS500, FS700 & FS1000 Broadcast Spreaders FS500 FS700 FS1000 5.85 cu. ft. (350 lbs.) 9.38 cu. ft. (563 lbs.) 11.22 cu. ft. (673 lbs.) 37” x 40” 44” x 46” 46.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 6: Features and Benefits Section 6: Features and Benefits FS500, FS700 & FS1000 Broadcast Spreaders Features Benefits Hopper capacity Spreading capacity Spin-type broadcast Highly productive at 44 to 890 lbs. per acre. For even spreading and productive coverage up to 54 ft. 14 Gauge, one piece steel hopper Seamless for accurate and consistent emptying. Heavy-duty all steel frame Supports the weight when full.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 7: Appendix Section 7: Appendix Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification Bolt Size (Inches) in-tpi 1 1/4" - 20 1/4" - 28 5/16" - 18 5/16" - 24 3/8" - 16 3/8" - 24 7/16" - 14 7/16" - 20 1/2" - 13 1/2" - 20 9/16" - 12 9/16" - 18 5/8" - 11 5/8" - 18 3/4" - 10 3/4" - 16 7/8" - 9 7/8" - 14 1" - 8 1" - 12 1-1/8" - 7 1 1/8" - 12 1 1/4" - 7 1 1/4" - 12 1 3/8" - 6 1 3/8" - 12 1 1/2" - 6 Grade 2 N · m 2 ft-lb 3 7.4 8.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 7: Appendix Notes 16 FS500, FS700 & FS1000 Fertilizer Spreaders 309-500M 6/27/08
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.
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