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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Unloading Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Torque Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Hitch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Optional Weight Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Section 2: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Parking Stands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Storage Position Without Added Weight . . . . . . . 8
Storage Position With Added Weight . . . . . . . . . . 8
Working Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Section 3: Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . 10
Startup Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Quick Hitch Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Leveling Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Operating Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Unhook Straw Crimper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Section 4: Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Weight Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication . . . . . 14
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cleaning the Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Disc Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Section 6: Specifications & Capacities . . . . . 15
Section 7: Features & Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Section 8: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Section 9: Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . 18
Section 10: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Important Safety Information
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.
▲ The operator must not use drugs
or alcohol as they can change the
alertness or coordination of that
person while operating equipment.
The operator should, if taking over-
the-counter drugs, seek medical
advice on whether he/she can
safely operate the equipment.
▲ Operator should be familiar with all
functions of the tractor and
attachments, and be able to
handle emergencies quickly.
▲ Make sure all guards and shields
are in place and secured before
operating implement.
▲ Keep all bystanders away from
equipment and work area.
▲ Operator must start tractor and
operate controls from the driver’s
seat only. Never from the ground.
▲ Do not leave tractor or implement
unattended with engine running.
▲ Dismounting from a moving tractor
can cause serious injury or death.
▲ 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.
▲ Watch out for fences, trees, rocks,
wires, etc., while operating and
transporting implement.
▲ Turning tractor too tight may cause
hitched machinery to ride up on
wheels. This could result in injury
or equipment damage.
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 equipment.
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Be Aware of
Signal Words
A Signal word designates a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The
signal words are:
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.
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DANGER
Indicates a potentially 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.
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.
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WARNING
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CAUTION
Parts Manual QR Locator
The QR (Quick Reference) code on the
cover and to the left will take you to the
Parts Manual for this equipment.
Download the appropriate App on your
smart phone, open the App, point your
phone on the QR code and take a picture.
Dealer QR Locator
The QR code on the left will
link you to available dealers
for Land Pride products.
Refer to Parts Manual QR
Locator on this page for
detailed instructions.
For Your Protection
▲ Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read
all instructions noted on them.
Tractor Shutdown & Storage
▲ If engaged, disengage PTO.
▲ Lower attached implement to
ground, put tractor in park or set
park brake, turn off engine, and
remove switch key to prevent
unauthorized starting.
▲ Wait for all components to come to
a complete stop before leaving the
operator’s seat.
▲ Detach and store implement in an
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement using
blocks and supports.
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These 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
machinery.
▲ Attach the chain to the tractor
drawbar support or other specified
anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in the chain to
permit turning.
▲ Do not use safety chain for towing.
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
▲ Slow moving tractors, skid steers,
self-propelled 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.
▲ Maximum transport speed for an
attached implement is 20 mph. 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
an attached implement:
20 mph when weight of attached
implement is less than or equal to
the weight of machine towing the
implement.
10 mph when weight of attached
implement exceeds weight of
machine towing implement but
not more than double the weight.
▲ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the weight
of the machine towing the load.
Transport
Machinery Safely
▲ Comply with 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 trailer
to swerve and upset. Reduce
speed if trailer is not equipped with
brakes.
▲ Avoid contact with any over head
utility lines or electrically charged
conductors.
▲ Engage park brake when stopped
on an incline.
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before doing
work. Use proper tools and
equipment, refer to Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean dry area.
▲ Lower attached implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
▲ Allow implement to cool before
working on it.
▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-)
before servicing or adjusting
electrical systems or before welding
on implement.
▲ Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make certain
parts are in good condition &
installed properly.
▲ Replace parts on this machine with
genuine Land Pride parts only. Do
not alter this machine in a way
which will adversely affect its
performance.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil, or
debris.
▲ Remove all tools and unused parts
from implement before operation.
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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.
911
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
▲ Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious
injury.
▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving
pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines or performing work
on the system.
▲ Make sure all hydraulic fluid
connections are tight 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, see a doctor familiar with
this type of injury immediately. Any
fluid injected into the skin or eyes
must be treated within
a few hours or
gangrene may
result.
Avoid Underground
Utilities
▲ Dig Safe, Call 811.
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.
Keep Riders Off
Machinery
▲ Never carry riders or use
machinery as a person lift.
▲ Riders obstruct operator’s view.
▲ Riders could be struck by foreign
objects or thrown from the
machine.
▲ Never allow children to operate
equipment.
Wear
Protective Equipment
▲ Wear protective clothing and
equipment appropriate for the job
such as safety shoes, safety
glasses, hard hat, 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 equipment safely
requires the operator’s full
attention. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
Use Seat Belt and ROPS
▲ Operate only tractors and skid
steers equipped with a Roll-Over
Protective Structure (ROPS) and
seat belt.
▲ Keep folding ROPS in the “locked
up” position at all times.
▲ Fasten seat belt snugly and
securely to help protect against
serious injury or death from falling
and machine overturn.
▲ Wear protective equipment such
as a hard hat, safety shoes, safety
glasses, and ear plugs.
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General Caution Decal
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
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.
Serial Number
Model No. _____________Serial No. ______________
For quick reference and prompt service, record model
number and serial number in the spaces provided above
and again on warranty page 19. Always provide model
number and serial number when ordering parts and in all
correspondences with your Land Pride dealer. Refer to
Figure 1 for location of your serial number plate.
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 the matter with your dealership service
manager making sure that person is aware of any
problems you may have and has had the opportunity
to assist you.
2. If you 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
18976
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 residential
areas are ideal situations for the Crimper. The 72" 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 15 and
“Features & Benefits” on page 16 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
facing forward in the direction the machine will operate
while in use unless otherwise stated.
Definitions
Owner Assistance
The Online Warranty Registration should be completed
by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related
to the following topic. Land Pride’s intention is this
information must be read & noted before continuing.
NOTE: A special point of information that the
operator should be aware of before continuing.
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up
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General Description
This unit is shipped partially assembled. It is the
Dealership’s responsibility to finish the assembly.
Tools Required
•
Lift truck or hoist capable of handling the load
• Wrench set
• Socket set
Unloading Instructions
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CAUTION
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.
Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up
Hitch Assembly
Figure 1-1
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Torque Requirements
Refer to “Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes”
on page 18 to determine correct torque values when
tightening hardware.
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) & (#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 18.
NOTE: Do not tighten the hardware until assembly
is complete.
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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.
Parking Stand Un-hooked Position without added weights
Figure 2-1
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Discs Supported
Above Ground
Extended Parking
Stand Fully Down
And Secured With
Wire Retaining Pin
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.
Parking Stand Un-hooked Position with added weights
Figure 2-2
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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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Startup 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 without first having read, fully understood, and
become totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make
sure operator has completed Operating Checklist.
Tractor Hook-Up
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DANGER
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.
Operating Checklist
✔ Check
Page No.
Read and follow all Safety Rules carefully.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”.
Page 1
Make sure all guards and shields are in place.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”.
Page 1
Read and follow preparation instructions. Refer to
“Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up”.
Page 6
Read and make all required adjustments.
Refer to “Section 2: Adjustments”.
Page 8
Read and follow hook-up & all operating procedures.
Refer to “Section 3: Operating Instructions”.
Page 10
Read and follow all Maintenance Instructions.
Refer to “Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication”.
Page 14
Read and follow all Lubrication Instructions.
Refer to “Lubrication”.
Page 14
Check Straw Crimper initially and periodically for loose
bolts and pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for
Common Bolt Sizes”.
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Section 3: Operating Instructions
Tractor Hook-Up
Figure 3-1
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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. 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
with 7/8" diameter hitch pins.
(7/8" hitch pins are furnished with Crimper.)
Compact Tractors
Attach 3-Point lower arms to the lower clevis holes
with 7/8" diameter hitch pins.
(7/8" hitch pins are furnished with Crimper.)
5. Secure tractor’s top center link to the Crimper’s top
hitch using a 3/4" diameter hitch pin.
(3/4" top hitch pin is supplied by customer.)
6. Raise park stands up and secure in working position.
see “Working Position” on page 9
7. 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.
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
bushing 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.
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Quick Hitch Hook-Up
Refer to Figure 3-1 on page 10:
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 and Quick Hitch bushing 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.
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
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CAUTION
When traveling on public roads at night or during the day, use
accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to
operators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state, and
local laws.
1. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when
turning; and, leave enough clearance so the 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.
Operating Safety
!
DANGER
Operator to wear seat belt at all times while operating
implement.
!
WARNING
Under no circumstances should riders be allowed. Never
allow riders for the purpose of adding extra weight to the unit.
!
WARNING
Speeds in excess of 5 mph can damage frame and/or discs.
!
WARNING
It is the operator’s responsibility not to allow anyone near the
Straw Crimper during its operation.
!
CAUTION
Be sure that you are not working over any underground
wiring, pipes, or other obstructions. If there is any doubt, call
your public service agency.
!
CAUTION
Always keep your feet and legs out from under the Straw
Crimper.
• Follow all directions on the safety labels.
• Do not allow anyone to operate this Straw Crimper who
has not been properly trained in its safe operation.
• Do not let anyone under the age of 16 operate the
Straw Crimper.
• Use the Straw Crimper for its intended purpose only.
• Never carry passengers or use Straw Crimper as a
wagon to carry things.
• Never use Straw Crimper to pull or tow other
equipment or objects.
• Make sure all safety labels are in their proper location
and in good working condition before operation.
• Never work under the Straw Crimper without properly
blocking the Crimper up.
• Before working the soil contact your local utility
services, so that they may mark location of any under
ground utility services in the area. Be sure to ask how
close you can work to the marks or flags they
positioned.
• Do not alter Straw Crimper in a way which will
adversely affect its performance or reliability or use the
Straw Crimper for a purpose for which it was not
designed.
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Unhook Straw Crimper
The following steps should be done when un-hooking
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 8 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
tractor away from implement.
Storage
Clean, inspect, service, and make necessary repairs to
the Straw Crimper when parking it for long periods and
when parking it at the end of a working season. This will
help ensure that the Crimper is ready for field use 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.
3. 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.
4. Replace all damaged or missing decals.
5. Store Straw Crimper inside if possible. Inside storage
will reduce maintenance and make for a longer
Crimper life.
6. Lubricate as noted in “Lubrication” on page 14.
7. Store Crimper on a level surface in a clean, dry place.
Inside storage will reduce maintenance and make for
a longer Crimper life.
8. Follow all unhooking instructions on page 12 when
disconnecting tractor from Crimper.
Land Pride Aerosol Touch-up Paint
Part No. Part Description
821-011C PAINT LP BEIGE AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
821-002C PAINT LP BLACK AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
821-066C PAINT ORANGE AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
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
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 7 and “Specifications and Capacities”
on page 15.
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
CA2560 Shown with optional water tanks
Figure 4-1
19173
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Maintenance
General
Proper servicing and adjustments are key to the long life
of any implement. With careful inspection and routine
maintenance, you can avoid costly downtime and repair.
After using your Straw Crimper 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.
!
CAUTION
Do not alter Land Pride equipment or replace parts with other
brands. Doing so can cause equipment to perform improperly
and may lead to breakage that can cause bodily injury.
Replace parts only with genuine Land Pride parts.
Cleaning the Discs
If discs are covered with wet soil it is much easier
cleaning the discs by letting the wet soil dry and then
tapping the discs with a hard object. The dried soil will
then fall from the discs.
Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
Lubrication
50
hrs
Multi-purpose
spray lube
Multi-purpose
grease lube
Multi-purpose
oil lube
Intervals in hours at which
lubrication is required
Lubrication
Legend
19170
Disc Hub
12 places
Type of Lubrication: Multipurpose grease lube
Quantity = As Required
8
Hours
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Section 6: Specifications & Capacities
CR2572 Model
Specifications & Capacities
Model No. CR2572
Working Width 69"
Overall Width 79 3/4"
Front To Back Length 30 1/4"
Overall Height (With support stands up) 41"
Weight (w/o added weight) 475 lbs.
Number Of Discs 12
Disc Spacing 6 1/2"
Disc Hubs 4 Bolt cast iron
Frame Construction Tubing 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 3/16"
Hitch Cat. 1
Quick Hitch Fits Land Pride’s Model QH15 Quick Hitch
Support Stands Support stands in all four corners
Water Tank Capacity (gallons per tank) 36 gallons per tank
Full Water Tank Weight (2-tanks) 600 lbs. Total weight
26793
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Section 7: Features & Benefits
CR2572 Model
Features Benefits
Cat. 1 Hitch Fits Land Pride Quick Hitch, and stout enough to work with any Cat. 1 tractor.
72" width Mostly used in wide open spaces, 72" covers a nice width.
Plate steel ‘A’ frame Plate steel offers greater strength from natural force applied downward from tractor top link.
Tubular Construction
2 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 3/16" Tubing vs. angle iron offers greater strength as well as gives a better
appearance.
Expanded metal in weight tray Adds safety over blade area, doesn’t allow foreign weight object to fall into blade area.
Blades
Blades are blunted just right to crimp the straw and not cut it, as well as disturbing the soil
very little.
Blade attachment
Blades are independent of each other allowing for less side load torque on each blade
during turns.
Blade hub greasing Each blade hub has a grease zerk for smooth rotation.
Storage stands
Each corner has a storage stand to aid in off the ground storing, as well as aiding in
hooking to the tractor.
Blade spacing Blades are spaced 6 1/2" apart to offer optimum crimping.
Optional Water Tanks
Easily add up to 600 lbs. to the 72" to aid in compacted soil conditions. Can easily reduce
weight by draining tank incrementally. Water tanks are safer due to precise fit and fastening
vs. stacking inconsistent sized objects and difficulty in uniform fastening.
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