Table of Contents Rear Blade RB4596, RB45108 & RB5596 Model RB45 Model RB55 10347 10351 301-133M Operator’s Manual ! Read the Operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! © Copyright 2007 Printed 5/21/07 Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
Land Pride Table of Contents Table of Contents Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . .1 Section 3: Operating Procedures . . . . . .11 Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Operating Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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. Safety at All Times Look For The Safety Alert Symbol Thoroughly read and understand the instructions given in this manual before operation. Refer to the “Safety Label” section, read all instructions noted on them.
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 Your Rear Blade 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. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer or visit our dealer locator at landpride.com. 3.
Land Pride Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners. This implement has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper assembly, maintenance, and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1: Assembly and Setup Section 1: Assembly and Setup RB45 & RB55 Rear Blade Refer to Figure 1-1: 1. Uncrate blade Assembly from shipping crate. 2. Remove front hitch assembly (#1) from blade panel (#2). 3. Use a lifting device to set blade panel (#2) upright. Remove rotation pin (#3) and position main frame (#4) at 90˚ to blade panel and replace rotation lock pin (#3). 4. Remove pin (#5) and rotate support stand (#6) to a vertical position.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1: Assembly and Setup Tractor Hook-Up RB55 3-Point Hitch Settings Refer to Figures 1-2, 1-3, 1-4 & 1-5: Category ll Standard Hitch: Refer to Figure 1-3: Hitch pins (#2) are inserted from the outer lug. Place spacer adapter (#1) on hitch pin (#2) outside of the inner most lug and secured with lock pin (#3). ! DANGER Tractor hook-up to equipment is dangerous and can result in serious injury or death.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1: Assembly and Setup Blade Offset Cylinder Blade Tilting Cylinder Refer to Figure 1-6: Refer to Figure 1-6: IMPORTANT: Attach cylinder base to the front hitch lug. The cylinder base will interfere with the main frame if attached to the rear lug. Assemble hydraulic hoses to the hydraulic cylinder before placing cylinder on the blade. 1. Position hydraulic cylinder with ports on top. Install two 90 degree elbows into the cylinder ports and tighten as needed. 2.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1: Assembly and Setup Manual Blade Offset Refer to Figure 1-7: 1. Attach blade offset links to the left or right side of the blade as shown with two clevis pins and secure with hair pin cotters. 2. Adjust offset angle by removing the hitch pin and moving outer link to a different hole. Replace hitch pin and secure with hair pin cotter. 2. Insert skid shoe (#2) into skid shoe bracket (#1). Secure with clevis pin (#3) and hair pin cotter (#4). 3.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Adjustments Section 2: Adjustments Blade Pitch Blade pitch can be adjusted by lengthening or shortening the tractor’s top center 3-point link. Blade Angling and Reversing Refer to Figure 1-7 on page 9: ! CAUTION Avoid injury from falling blade by always check to make sure all hardware is secured properly before rotating blade. There are 7 blade angle positions; up to 45 degrees right or left 15 degree increments.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 3: Operating Procedures Section 3: Operating Procedures Operating Check List Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the blade. Therefore, it is absolutely essential that no one operates the Rear Blade without first having read, fully understood and become totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Operating Procedures General Operating Instructions Once you have familiarized yourself with the Operator’s Manual, completed the operations checklist, and properly attached your Land Pride blade to your tractor, you are now almost ready to begin work.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 4: Options Section 4: Options Skid Shoes The skid shoes are attached to both ends of the blade to help prevent damage to the surface of the ground by the blade. Refer to the skid shoe manual for assembly instructions and operations.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any implement. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, time and repair. After using your Rear Blade for several hours, check all bolts to be sure they are tight. ! WARNING Do not alter the Rear Blade.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 6: Specifications & Capacities Section 6: Specifications & Capacities RB45 & RB55 Series Rear Blades Model/Series Blade Width Approximate Weight (lbs.) Max. Gross Vehicle Weight (G.V.W.) Horsepower Rating Hitch Type Blade Thickness Blade Height Angle/Position Cutting Edge Tilt Options Blade Construction RB4596 RB45108 RB5596 96” 108” 96” 890 * 940 * 1330 * 9,500 lbs. 15,000 lbs. 9,500 lbs. 90 180 Cat. 2 Cat.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 7: Features and Benefits Section 7: Features and Benefits RB45 Series Rear Blade Features Benefits Working widths 96”, 108” HP Range 70 - 110 HP 7 Forward and 7 reverse positions Various positions to work in various conditions to get desired results. Tilt left or right Tilt moldboard left or right for ditching. Offset left or right Position the moldboard beyond tractor tire and enable to work closer to obstructions.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 7: Features and Benefits RB55 Series Rear Blades Features Benefits Working widths 108”, 120” Tractor HP Range 90-180 HP Cat. 2 and 3 Bushing provided to go from Cat. 2 to Cat. 3 enables a wider variety of tractors to be used. 7 Forward and 7 reverse positions Various positions to work in various conditions to get desired results. Tilt left or right Tilt moldboard left or right for ditching.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 8: Appendix Section 8: Appendix Torque Values Chart 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 Grade 2 Grade 5 N · m ft-lb 3 N · m 7.4 8.5 15 17 27 31 5.6 6 11 13 20 22 11 13 24 26 42 47 ft-lb 8 10 17 19 31 35 Bolt Head Identification Grade 8 N·m 16 18 33 37 59 67 ft-lb 12 14 25 27 44 49 Class 5.8 mm x pitch N · m M 5 X 0.8 M6X1 M 8 X 1.25 M8X1 M10 X 1.5 M10 X 0.75 8.8 5.
Warranty Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used as intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use. Overall Unit: One year Parts and Labor Hydraulic Cylinder: One year Parts and Labor. Hoses and Seals: Considered wear items. Cutting Edges: Considered wear items.
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