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MODEL 1550 SERIES IN-ROW RIPPER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1900 NORTH STREET MARYSVILLE, KANSAS 66508 (785) 562-5381 F-298-1199 11/99...
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LANDOLL will not be liable for labor, transpor- tation, or any other charges resulting from replacement of a defective part. This warranty is void if any part not supplied by LANDOLL is used in assembly or repair, or if the machine has been altered, abused, or neglected.
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MODEL 1550 SERIES IN-ROW RIPPER OPERATOR’S MANUAL PURCHASED FROM: DATE ADDRESS: PHONE NO.: SERIAL NO.:...
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE NO. INTRODUCTION STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES ASSEMBLY PREPARATION ......3-3 JACKSTAND INSTALLATION .
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS THIS IS THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. IT IS USED TO ALERT YOU TO POTENTIAL INJURY HAZARDS. OBEY ALL SAFETY MESSAGES THAT FOLLOW THIS SYMBOL TO AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY OR DEATH. DANGER DANGER INDICATES AN IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUA- TION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
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INTRODUCTION The Landoll 1550 Series In-Row Ripper is a quality product designed to give years of trouble free per- formance. By following each section of this manual, your system will perform as designed for you and your operation. SECTION 1 gives basic instructions on the use of this manual.
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STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Model Shank Frame Extension/ Transport Number Shanks Spacing Swath Model Wing Width 1553A30 90" None 1553A36 108" None 8’-3" 1553A38 114" None 8’-3" 1553A40 120" None 8’-3" 1554A30 120" None 8’-3" 1554A36 144" None 11’-3" 1554A38 152" 17"...
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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).
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LANDOLL CORPORATION HYDRAULIC FITTING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS JIC, 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...
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES It is very important that your new 1550 Series DANGER In-Row Ripper be properly assembled, adjusted, and lubricated before use. Illustrations are provided in this section to show proper assembly proce- TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL LOWER- dures. Remove paint from grease fittings and re- ING: place any that are damaged or missing.
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Figure 3-1 1550 Series Parts Identification...
3-1 ASSEMBLY PREPARATION 3-1.1 Hook up the In-Row Ripper to a tractor us- WARNING ing the three-point hitch. Raise the unit about 36” and place stands under the main frame DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIFT HEAVY to prevent accidental lowering. PA R TS (S U C H A S T H E F RAM E ), MANUALLY.
3-5 PARABOLIC SHANK ASSEMBLY 3-5.1 The spring clamp weldments are already IMPORTANT located on the frame at the proper spacing. 3-5.2 Attach shank assembly to lower hole of SPRING PIVOT BOLT LOCATED IN SPRING AN- spring clamp using 3/4-10 x 8-1/2 hex head CHOR PLATES SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN OP- cap screw and hex lock nut.
3-6 STRAIGHT SHANK ASSEMBLY 3-6.1 The spring clamp weldments are already 3-6.4 Install clamp weldment to bottom holes of located on the frame at the proper spacing. bracket weldment using 1-8 x 6-1/2 hex head 3-6.2 Attach shank bracket weldment to the cap screws and hex lock nuts.
Figure 3-4 Coulter Assembly 3-7 COULTER ASSEMBLY 3-7.1 Assemble coulter shank to coulter assem- 3-7.3 Use square head cup point set screws bly using coulter stop weldment and 5/8-11 x through hole in clamp to hold coulter shank 1-1/2 square head set screw. Install 3/8 x 2 in place.
Figure 3-5 Electrical Installation 3-8 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3-8.1 Attach right and left hand warning light as- 3-8.2 Install the rear wiring harness between the semblies to warning light brackets already at- lights using extension harness where tached to the frame using 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 hex necessary.
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Figure 3-6 Hydraulic Assembly - D and E Models 3-10...
Install o-ring plug in rear ports of hydraulic the rod end of the left hydraulic cylinder. manifold. 3-9.5 Install Hose 3 from hydraulic manifold to the rod end of the right hydraulic cylinder. 1550 SERIES HYDRAULIC HOSE ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION USED ON MODEL 1-397-010299-14 HOSE ASSEMBLY 24...
3-10 BEDDING ATTACHMENT ASSEMBLY (OPTIONAL) 3-10.1 Attach bracket weldment, option bar to the 3-10.4 Slide bedding attachment shank into bed- frame using center shank mount u-bolts and ding shank bracket weldment. Hold in place 5/8-11 hex lock nuts (See Figures 3-7 and with 7/8-9 x 3-1/4 hex head cap screws and 3-8).
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DANGER WARNING COULTER BLADES ARE SHARP. DO ALL HYDRAULICALLY ELEVATED NOT ALLOW COULTERS TO ROLL EQUIPMENT MUST BE LOCKED OUT OVER OR FALL ON ANY PART OF THE OR LOWERED TO THE GROUND BODY. DO NOT ALLOW WRENCHES WHEN SERVICING OR WHEN EQUIP- TO SLIP WHEN WORKING NEAR MENT IS IDLE, TO PREVENT ACCIDEN-...
Figure 4-1 3 Point Hitch Setup 4-1 TRACTOR PREPARATION The 1550 Series of the In-row Ripper may be 4-1.2 For mounted type models, install front end used on tractors equipped with category II or III weights as needed on tractor to maintain sta- three-point hitches.
4-2 IN-ROW RIPPER OPERATION 4-2.1 Before operating the In-row Ripper, inspect 4-2.3 While the machine is new, bolt tightness it to be sure it is in good operating condition. should be checked after a few hours of op- 4-2.2 Replace badly worn or missing parts. eration.
4-5 WHEEL BEARING MAINTENANCE 4-5.1 Check wheel bearings and coulter bearings 4-5.6 Replace the hub with a new seal and inner occasionally for excessive end play. To cor- bearing in place. rectly replace the wheel bearings: 4-5.7 Install the outer bearing cone, washer, and 4-5.2 Place the frame on blocks or stands suffi- slotted nut.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The Troubleshooting Guide, shown below, is included to help you quickly locate problems that can happen using your 1550 Series In-row Ripper. Follow all safety precautions stated in the previous when making any adjustments to your machine. SYMPTOM...