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‘ Model 7550 Adjustable VT Plus Operators Manual LANDOLL COMPANY, LLC 1900 North Street Marysville, Kansas 66508 (785) 562-5381 800-428-5655 ~ WWW.LANDOLL.COM F-987-2308...
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Instructions for Ordering Parts ** Repair parts must be ordered through an Authorized Dealer ** DEALER INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING PARTS FROM LANDOLL PARTS DISTRIBUTION CENTER Phone #: 800-423-4320 785-562-5381 Fax #: 888-527-3909 Order online: dealer.landoll.com IDENTIFICATION PLATE The identification plate, which lists the model number and serial number, is located on the front of the frame.
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DANGER DO NOT operate or perform any maintenance tasks on this equipment until you have completed the following: 1. Receive proper training to operate this equipment safely. 2. Read and understand the operator’s manual. 3. Be thoroughly trained on inspection and repair procedures. Failure to comply with this warning may result in serious injury or possibly death.
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Table of Contents Introduction and Safety Information Understanding Safety Statements ........1-2 Decal Safety .
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Hydraulic Gang Adjust System ........4-4 Hydraulic Fold System .
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Introduction and Safety Information The Landoll Model 7550 Adj. VT Plus 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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Understanding Safety State- Decal Safety ments 1. Examine safety decals and be sure you have the correct safety decals for the implement. You will find various types of safety information on the 2. Keep these signs clean so they can be observed following pages and on the machine signs (decals) readily.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS High Pressure Fluid Safety 6. Attach the safety chain to the tractor recommended drawbar support. Provide only enough slack in the 1. Escaping fluid under pressure can be nearly invisible chain for turning. Do not attach the safety chain to an and have enough force to penetrate the skin causing intermediate support.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Tire Safety Safety Chain 1. Tire changing can be dangerous and should be 1. Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or greater performed by trained personnel using correct tools than the gross weight of towed machinery, which is and equipment.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Decals and Reflectors New safety signs may be ordered from your Landoll dealer. Refer to this section for parts and proper safety The 7550 Adj. VT Plus is equipped with all safety signs sign placement. installed for safe operation.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS P/N 144193 SIS 20MPH Front of center frame, both sides QTY. 2 P/N 2-573-010037 Danger: Folding wing Front side, center frame, both sides QTY. 2 P/N 2-573-010037 Danger: Folding wing Back side, center frame, both sides QTY. 2 P/N 528934 Yellow Reflector Left front, center frame, both sides...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS P/N 528934 Yellow Reflector Left middle, center frame, both sides QTY. 2 P/N 528934 Yellow Reflector Front side, light brackets, both sides QTY. 2 P/N 528934 Yellow Reflector Left rear, center frame, both sides QTY. 2 P/N 528938 Orange Reflector Back side, light bracket, top, both sides QTY.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS P/N 528938 Orange Reflector Back side, center frame, inside, both sides QTY. 2 P/N 528933 Red Reflector Back side, light brackets, bottom, both sides QTY. 2 P/N 528933 Red Reflector Back side, center frame, bottom, both sides QTY.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS P/N 70260977 SMV Emblem Back side, SMV mount plate QTY. 1 P/N 231488 SMV Emblem CAUTION MAXIMUM HITCH WEIGHT 1000 LBS 231488 Back side, rear tow hitch QTY. 1 P/N 528934 Yellow Reflector Right side, rear tow hitch, both sides QTY.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table provided for general use. NOTES: 1-10 F-987-2308...
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10 days of purchase or lease, in operators of the 7550 Adj. VT Plus. Read it carefully so as order to be on file at Landoll and eligible for Warranty. to be able to follow the suggestions made. Please take...
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Landoll Company, LLC Warranty Department within ten (10) days of the first retail sale. As stated above, Landoll Company, LLC Warranty Staff will identify components listed on a Warranty Claim required to be returned for further analysis. All parts returned to Landoll Company, LLC must be shipped with a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) provided by the Landoll Company, LLC Warranty Staff.
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This exclusive remedy shall not be deemed to have failed of its essential purpose so long as Landoll Company, LLC is willing and able to repair or replace defective parts in the prescribed manner.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS General Torque Specifications LANDOLL SAE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (FOOT POUNDS) [ ] Indicates specifications for Prevailing Torque Nuts. FASTENER TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (Rev. 23/04) This chart provides general torque specifications for UNF Size Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Model Specifications 7550 VT Rear Wheel Model Transport Transport Blade No. of No. of Spindle Estimated Gang cut Bolt Number Width Height Diameter Blades Bearings Size Weight at 10 ° Pattern 4”-CF 18/18 7550-40 40’- 2” 18’ - 0” 12’...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table provided for general use. NOTES: F-987-2308...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Conditioner Reel Placement NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP 26-7/8” COND-REEL/GANGBAR ASSEMBLY 156” 20-5/8” COND-REEL/GANGBAR ASSEMBLY 91” 18-5/8” NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR NOTE: LOCATION HYDRAULIC ARM ASSEMBLIES, OF YELLOW REFLECTOR SEE REEL INSTALLATION SECTION COND-REEL/GANGBAR IN ASSEMLY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION ASSEMBLY 82”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP 26-7/8” COND-REEL/GANGBAR ASSEMBLY 156” 20-5/8” COND-REEL/GANGBAR ASSEMBLY 91” 18-5/8” NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR NOTE: LOCATION HYDRAULIC ARM ASSEMBLIES, OF YELLOW REFLECTOR SEE REEL INSTALLATION SECTION COND-REEL/GANGBAR IN ASSEMLY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION ASSEMBLY 82”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP 26-7/8” COND-REEL/GANGBAR 22-5/8” ASSEMBLY 156” COND-REEL/GANGBAR 23-5/8” ASSEMBLY 105” NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR NOTE: LOCATION HYDRAULIC ARM ASSEMBLIES, OF YELLOW REFLECTOR SEE REEL INSTALLATION SECTION COND-REEL/GANGBAR IN ASSEMLY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION ASSEMBLY 97”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP 26-7/8” COND-REEL/GANGBAR 22-5/8” ASSEMBLY 156” COND-REEL/GANGBAR 23-5/8” ASSEMBLY 105” NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR NOTE: LOCATION HYDRAULIC ARM ASSEMBLIES, OF YELLOW REFLECTOR SEE REEL INSTALLATION SECTION COND-REEL/GANGBAR IN ASSEMLY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION ASSEMBLY 97”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 20-5/8” NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP SPRING ARM ASSEMBLY HYDRAULIC ARM ASSEMBLY 20-1/2” NOTE: LOCATION OF 204522-135/150 TUBE CLAMP DOUBLE REEL ASSEMBLY 13” 204417-90/90 NOTE: LOCATION DOUBLE REEL OF TUBE CLAMP ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES OF YELLOW REFLECTOR ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR 204416-75/75...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 20-5/8” NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP SPRING ARM ASSEMBLY HYDRAULIC ARM ASSEMBLY 20-1/2” 204522-135/150 NOTE: LOCATION OF DOUBLE REEL TUBE CLAMP ASSEMBLY 13” 204423-90/90 NOTE: LOCATION DOUBLE REEL OF TUBE CLAMP ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES OF YELLOW REFLECTOR ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR 204422-75/75...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 20-5/8” NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP SPRING ARM ASSEMBLY HYDRAULIC ARM ASSEMBLY 20-1/2” NOTE: LOCATION OF 209732-135/150 TUBE CLAMP DOUBLE REEL ASSEMBLY 13” 209630-90/90 NOTE: LOCATION DOUBLE REEL OF TUBE CLAMP ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES OF YELLOW REFLECTOR ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR 209629-75/75...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 20-5/8” NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP SPRING ARM ASSEMBLY HYDRAULIC ARM ASSEMBLY 20-1/2” 209732-135/150 NOTE: LOCATION OF DOUBLE REEL TUBE CLAMP ASSEMBLY 13” 209636-90/90 NOTE: LOCATION DOUBLE REEL OF TUBE CLAMP ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES OF YELLOW REFLECTOR ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR 209635-75/75...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 20-5/8” NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP SPRING ARM ASSEMBLY HYDRAULIC ARM 20-1/2” ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION OF 204522-135/150 TUBE CLAMP DOUBLE REEL 18” ASSEMBLY 204418-105/105 NOTE: LOCATION DOUBLE REEL OF TUBE CLAMP ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES OF YELLOW REFLECTOR ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR 204417-90/90...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 20-5/8” NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP SPRING ARM ASSEMBLY HYDRAULIC ARM 20-1/2” ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION OF 204522-135/150 TUBE CLAMP DOUBLE REEL 18” ASSEMBLY 204424-105/105 NOTE: LOCATION DOUBLE REEL OF TUBE CLAMP ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES OF YELLOW REFLECTOR ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR 204423-90/90...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 20-5/8” NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP SPRING ARM ASSEMBLY HYDRAULIC ARM 20-1/2” ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION OF 209732-135/150 TUBE CLAMP DOUBLE REEL 18” ASSEMBLY 209631-105/105 NOTE: LOCATION DOUBLE REEL OF TUBE CLAMP ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES OF YELLOW REFLECTOR ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR 209630-90/90...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 20-5/8” NOTE: LOCATION OF REEL ARM STOP SPRING ARM ASSEMBLY HYDRAULIC ARM 20-1/2” ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION OF 209732-135/150 TUBE CLAMP DOUBLE REEL 18” ASSEMBLY 209637-105/105 NOTE: LOCATION DOUBLE REEL OF TUBE CLAMP ASSEMBLY NOTE: LOCATION NOTE: REEL ASSEMBLIES OF YELLOW REFLECTOR ARE SAME FOR SPRING OR 209636-90/90...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table provided for general use. NOTES: 2-20 F-987-2308...
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Chapter 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Assembly Instructions It is very important that your new 7550 VT Plus be DANGER DANGER properly assembled, adjusted and lubricated before use. Illustrations to assist with the assembly process are Disc blades are extremely sharp. Exercise provided in Section 3, “Assembly Instructions”.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 7550 VT Plus Frame and Hitch 7. Insert a 3/4 x 10-1/2 hex head screw into the hose holder tube on the right side of the hitch from the Assembly bottom side so the threads point upward. Hold in place with a 3/4 prevailing flange nut with the flange IMPORTANT pointing upward as well.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3/4 LOCK NUT 3/4 X 6-13/16 X 6 SCRAPER MOUNT U-B0LT SCRAPER PLATE NOTE: AN EXTRA 1/4” THICK PLATE IS SUPPLIED, USE AS NEEDED TO CENTER SCRAPER ON DUALS (USED ON ALL LOCATIONS) OPTIONAL: DUAL TIRES & SCRAPER 3/4 HEX SCREW 8 BOLT HUB DUAL TIRE SCRAPER...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 30-7/8 44-7/8 30-7/8 44-7/8 NOTE: LOCATION OF SCRAPER PLATE NOTE: LOCATION NOTE: LOCATION OF DUAL TIRE OF DUAL TIRE SCRAPER MOUNTS SCRAPER MOUNTS NOTE: LOCATION NOTE: LOCATION OF SCRAPER PLATE OF SCRAPER PLATE Figure 3-2: Dual Wheel and Scraper Placement F-987-2308...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1/4-20 X 1 WING NUT HEX SCREW HOSE HOLDER HOSE HOLDER CLAMP BRACKET 3/4-10 FLANGE 3/8-16 HEX STORE-AWAY HARNESS 3/8-16 X 5 FULL THREAD HEX SCREW 1/4-20 HEX LOCK NUT 3/4-10 X 10-1/2 HEX SCREW DETAIL A 1/2-13 X 11 HEX SCREW 1-1/2 LOCK...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Leveler Assembly NOTE When the hitch is in the upper mounting position, the NOTE leveler link is mounted in the lower holes. When the hitch is in the lower position, the link is mounted in Be sure the two bushings are in the plates on the the top mounting holes.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: SLOT IN 1/2 X 2-1/4 GROOVED 33” LEVELER TOWER 1-8 HEX ALLOY PIN LOCK NUT NOTE: ALIGN ALL ALLOY PINS WITH 33” LEVELER SLOTS IN 33” LEVELER TOWER TOWER BEFORE TIGHTENING 1-8 HEX LOCK NUTS 3/16 X 1 SLOTTED SPRING PIN 1-1/2 X 6-1/2 LEVEL INDICATOR...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Center Disc Gangs 4. The front gangs have a distance of 26” from center to center of the gangbar pivot shafts sticking up, move There are several ways to install the gangs on the 7550. gangs to where this is close and the gangs are close It is recommend to install the front gangs first to keep the to the front of the machine as shown in front end of machine from coming up uncontrolled.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS GANG ADJ. PIN, 1/2 X 2-1/4 33” REAR SLOTTED PIN GANGS & 1-8 HEX WLDMT LINK 5 X 8 REPHASE LOCK NUT CYLINDER BRG. HALF 4-1/2 INSERT MOUNT WLDMT BRG. INSERT REAR GANGS 4-1/2 INSERT 3/4-10 X 10 HEX 3/4-10 X 14 HEX SCREW &...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3/8 X 3 CLEVIS 1-3/4-5 SLOTTED 1/8 HAIRPIN BLUE WASHER W/1-13/16 HOLE GANG BAR SLIDE CLEVIS PIN STAINLESS 1/8 HAIRPIN STEEL WASHER RCR DISC GANG ASSEMBLY GANG PIVOT RCF DISC GANG ASSEMBLY THRUST WASHER 3” THRUST WASHER LCR DISC GANG ASSEMBLY 1/4 ZERK...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table provided for general use. NOTES: F-987-2308 3-11...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Fold Assembly Center 2. Secure the base end of the 4-1/2 x 30 cylinders with 1-1/4 x 7 pin, 1-1/4 flat washers and 5/16 x 2-1/2 The center fold should be installed after the gang pins. assemblies are attached. 3.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WING STABILIZER OUTER WING REAR WING STOP PLATES 4-1/2 X 30 CYLINDER DOUBLER PLATE WING STABILIZER FRONT 3/4-10 X 6 1-1/4 X 7 PIN, HEX SCREW 1/1/4 FLAT WASHER & LOCK NUT & 5/16 X 2-1/2 PIN FOLD-STAB FOLD-STAB PLATE REAR...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Wing Frame Inner 4. Attach the tire/wheel assembly to all 8 bolt hub & spindle assemblies with 5/8 wheel nut. Torque to 85 1. Place the left and right inner wing frame assemblies to 100 ft./lbs. on stands so the wings are level with the center frame See Figure 3-8.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INNER WING RT 1-3/4 THRUST 1-3/4 HINGE WASHER 1-3/4 FLANGE BEARING 5/8 X 3 ROUND PIN 3/8 X 2-1/2 SLOTTED PIN 1-3/4 THRUST WASHER 1-3/4 THRUST WASHER INNER WING LT 1-3/4-5 HEX SLOTTED NUT 8 BOLT HUB 1-3/4 HINGE &...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Wing Frame Outer 6. Install the 1-3/4 pin, w/snap ring, gang shaft washer through slot and outer hole of outer wing hinge. 1. Place the lt and rt outer wing frame assemblies on Secure with two 1-3/4” snap rings. stands so the wings are level with the inner wing 7.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1/2 X 2-1/4 GROOVED PIN 1-3/4 HINGE 1-3/4 THRUST WASHER ON REAR SIDE 1-1/4-7 LOCK NUT 1-3/4 THRUST WASHER ON FRONT SIDE FOLD LINK DOUBLE HINGE WELDMENT OUTER WING LT & RT LOCK NUT WING FOLD 8 BOLT HUB SPACER &...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Gang Assembly Wing 2. Align the slide plates on the outer part of the wing up to the gang bar and install the 3/4-10 x 10 bolts into Assemblies the slide plates and through the angle iron on the Like the center frame gangs, install the front gangs gang bar.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3/4-10 X 10/ GANG PIVOT 3/4-10 X 11 CLEVIS PIN HEX SCREW KEEPER 1/8 HAIRPIN PLATE 3/4-10 X 10 THRUST HEX SCREW WASHER 3/4 FLAT WASHER 3” THRUST WASHER 3/4-10 HEX LOCK NUT NOTE: 3/4-10 X 11 HEX SCREW FRONT &...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS CLEVIS PIN GANG PIVOT 1/8 HAIRPIN 3/4-10 X 10 HEX SCREW THRUST WASHER 3” THRUST WASHER 3/4-10 HEX LOCK NUT 3/4-10 X 10 HEX SCREW LOWR DISC GANG ASSEMBLY 3/4 FLAT WASHER 1/4 ZERK GANG PIVOT LOWF DISC GANG ASSEMBLY 1/4 ZERK GANG PIVOT...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 5/8-11 X 3 HEX SCREW & LOCK NUT GAUGE BACK 5/8-11 X 2 HEX PLATE SCREW & LOCK NUT WHITE REFLECTIVE TAPE 5/8 FLAT WASHER GAUGE LINK GAUGE CLAMP BUSHING 1 X 5/8 BUSHING GAUGE ARM 1/4-20 X 5/8 HEX PLATE SCREW &...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Fold Assembly Wing 2. Attach the wing stabilizer mount rear plates to the wing stabilizer spacer 6”. 6 x 3 x 3-1/2 rubber The wing fold should be installed after the wing frame bumper, wing rest mount, 1/2-12 x 3-1/2 hex screws, assemblies are attached to center frame, and gang 1/2 flat washers, 1/2-13 lock nuts with one 1-8 x 8-1/2 assemblies are attached to wing frames.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WING STABILIZER MOUNT FRONT LOCK MOUNT 3/8 X 1-1/2 LOCK PIN 1-8 X 8-1/2 HEX WING LOCK SCREW, & LOCK NUT 6 X 3 X 3-1/2 RUBBER BUMPER DETAIL A 1/2-13 X 7-1/2 & WING REST MOUNT HEX SCREW 1-8 X 8-1/2 HEX &...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS The disc gang angle cylinders use the following Hydraulic Installation fittings: The left master base end on the center 1. Install the hydraulic manifolds at the center and rear frame requires a tee fitting and the rest of the ports of the center frame to the mounts welded to the on the center frame cylinders are regular 90 degree frames using ½...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 7. Install hose mounts on front of center frame outside 13. With the fold cylinders purged of air extend them tubes using 5/8 diameter u-bolts and rotate the rod so the bolt that goes through the See Figure 3-16 and nuts.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3-3/4 X 16 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 4 X 16 HYDRAULIC 3/8” X 24” HOSE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY 4-1/2 X 16 HYDRAULIC 4-1/2 X 16 CYLINDER 3/8” X 24” HOSE HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY CYLINDER 4 X 16 HYDRAULIC DETAIL B CYLINDER 3/8”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3-3/4 X 16 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 4 X 16 HYDRAULIC 3/8” X 24” HOSE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY 4-1/2 X 16 HYDRAULIC 4-1/2 X 16 CYLINDER 3/8” X 24” HOSE HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY CYLINDER 4 X 16 HYDRAULIC DETAIL B CYLINDER 3/8”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: ROUTE HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS NOTE: ROUTE HOSES UNDER LIMIT VALVE BRACKET NOTE: ROUTE HOSES UNDER FRONT TUBE OF CENTER FRAME NOTE: ROUTE HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS Figure 3-19: Lift Hydraulic Layout 7550-40’-45’ LH 3-28 F-987-2308...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: ROUTE HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS Figure 3-20: Lift Hydraulic Layout 7550-40’-45’ RH F-987-2308 3-29...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 90° 1/16 RES ELBOW (NOTE: ROD END OF FOLD CYLINDERS ONLY) 4 X 30 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 4-1/2 X 30 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 90° #8 O-RING-TUBE 3/8” X 128” HOSE ADAPTER ASSEMBLY 90° #8 FLR REMOVE ORIGINAL SWV #8JIC FITTING AND INSTALL ADAPTER EX LG ELBOW...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 90° #8 FLR 90° #8 O-RING-TUBE PLUG SWV #8JIC ADAPTER ADAPTER #8 ORING TO TEE #8 #8 TUBE O-RING-TUBE ADAPTER ADAPTER 8M ORING X 8F JIC #8 ORING TO SW ADAPTER #8 TUBE ADAPTER RELIEF PILOT DETAIL B VALVE 8 PORT MANIFOLD ASSY...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 90° 1/16 RES ELBOW (NOTE: ROD END OF FOLD CYLINDERS ONLY) 4 X 30 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 4-1/2 X 30 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 90° #8 O-RING-TUBE 3/8” X 128” ADAPTER HOSE 90° #8 FLR REMOVE ORIGINAL SWV #8JIC FITTING AND INSTALL ADAPTER EX LG ELBOW 3/8”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 90° #8 FLR 90° #8 O-RING-TUBE PLUG SWV #8JIC ADAPTER ADAPTER #8 ORING TO TEE #8 #8 TUBE O-RING-TUBE ADAPTER ADAPTER 8M ORING X 8F JIC #8 ORING TO SW ADAPTER #8 TUBE ADAPTER RELIEF PILOT DETAIL B VALVE 8 PORT MANIFOLD ASSY...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: ROUTE HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS NOTE: ROUTE HOSES UNDER LIMIT VALVE BRACKET NOTE: ROUTE HOSES UNDER FRONT TUBE OF CENTER FRAME NOTE: ROUTE HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS Figure 3-25: Fold Hydraulic Layout 7550-40’-45’ LH 3-34 F-987-2308...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: ROUTE HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS Figure 3-26: Fold Hydraulic Layout 7550-40’-45’ RH F-987-2308 3-35...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 90° 3/4ORB3/4JIC 1/32 RES ELBOW 4 X 8 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER BLACK HOSE WRAP 3/8” X 312” HOSE ASSEMBLY 3/4-16 MALE COUPLER FRONT OF MACHINE Figure 3-27: Leveler Hydraulic Installation 3-36 F-987-2308...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table provided for general use. NOTES: F-987-2308 3-37...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3-3/4 X 8 NOTE: ELBOW 90° HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 1/16 REST ON ROD END OUTSIDE REAR 4-1/2 X 8 CYLINDERS ONLY HYDRAULIC #8 O-RING-TUBE CYLINDER 3/8” X 200” HOSE 3/8” X 64” 3/8” X 240” HOSE HOSE 90° #8 O-RING-TUBE ADAPTER 3/8”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 90° #8 O-RING-TUBE ADAPTER NOTE: ELBOW 90° 1/16 REST ON ROD 3/8” X 290” END OUTSIDE REAR HOSE CYLINDERS ONLY 3/8” X 105” HOSE 3-3/4 X 8 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 4-1/2 X 8 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 4-3/4 X 8 3/8”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3-3/4 X 8 NOTE: ELBOW 90° HYDRAULIC 1/16 REST ON ROD CYLINDER END OUTSIDE REAR 4-1/2 X 8 CYLINDERS ONLY HYDRAULIC 3/8” X 205” #8 O-RING-TUBE CYLINDER HOSE 3/8” X 255” 3/8” X 64” HOSE HOSE 90° #8 O-RING-TUBE ADAPTER 3/8”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 90° #8 O-RING-TUBE ADAPTER NOTE: ELBOW 90° 1/16 REST ON ROD 3/8” X 312” END OUTSIDE REAR HOSE CYLINDERS ONLY 3/8” X 105” HOSE 3-3/4 X 8 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 4-1/2 X 8 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 4-3/4 X 8 3/8”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: ROUTE HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS NOTE: ROUTE HOSES UNDER FRONT TUBE OF CENTER FRAME NOTE: ROUTE HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS Figure 3-32: Gang Hydraulic Layout 7550-40’-45’ LH 3-42 F-987-2308...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: ROUTE HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS Figure 3-33: Gang Hydraulic Layout 7550-40’-45’ RH F-987-2308 3-43...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 7-PIN 4-PIN CIRCUIT WIRE COLOR CONN. TOWER GROUND WHITE – WORK LAMPS BLACK LEFT FLASHING YELLOW & TURN – STOP LAMPS RIGHT FLASHING GREEN & TURN TAIL LAMPS BROWN SWITCHED – BLUE POWER (12 V) MAIN WARNING LIGHT HARNESS - WIRING CHART (NOTE: The Color Of The Wire Jacket Does Nor Necessarily Match The Color Of The 7 Pin Connector) RIGHT...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS LED Light Installation IMPORTANT Make sure lights are positioned for maximum NOTE visibility from the rear. Refer to See Figure 3-36 for light bracket placements. 5. Route the rear harness through all hose loops and slotted holes as shown See Figure 3-36 along 1.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: USE TIE STRAPS AS NEEDED TO FASTEN NOTE: USE 34” HARNESS WIRING HARNESS’S UP 1/4-20 X 1-1/4 HEX EXTENSION AS NEEDED SO HARNESS’S DON’T SCREW & LOCK NUT FOR MAIN HARNESS GET DAMAGED 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 HEX TO REACH TRACTOR SCREW &...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: RUN ALL LIGHT HARNESSES THROUGH ALL HOSE CLAMPS ALONG HYDRAULIC HOSES NOTE: SECURE LIGHT HARNESSES WITH PLASTIC TIES STRAPS AS NEDDED TO KEEP OUT OF HINGE AREAS NOTE: RUN ALL LIGHT HARNESSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS ALONG HYDRAULIC HOSES NOTE: RUN REAR...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Conditioner Reel Spring 7. Attach double reel/gang bar assembly to reel arms using gang bar mount plate, (2) clamp tubes, (4) Installation (Option) spring torsion rubber, secure with 3/4-10 x 8-1/2 hex head cap screws and double hex lock nuts as shown NOTE n in See Figure 3-39...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 21” NOTE: SIDE PLATE REMOVED FOR CLARITY PIVOT BUSHING 1-1/2 BEARING FLANGE 1-8 X 6-1/2 5/16 X 1-1/2 HEX CAP ROLL PIN SCREW & PIVOT PIN LOCK NUT MACHINERY BUSHING REEL ARM 2-1/2 SNAP RING 1-8 X 9 ADJ.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PIVOT BUSHING 1-1/2 BEARING FLANGE 5/16 X 1-1/2 ROLL PIN PIVOT PIN 1-8 X 6-1/2 DOUBLE REEL MACHINERY HEX CAP ASSEMBLY BUSHING SCREW DOUBLE REEL ARM 1-8 LOCK CLAMP TUBE SPRING TORSION RUBBER 17” SPRING ASSEMBLY 1-8 X 9 ADJ BOLT CLAMP 2-1/2 SNAP RING...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Finishing Hydraulic Conditioner Reel Installation (Option) NOTE Refer to Hydraulic Conditioner Single Reel Installation shown in Figure 3-41 for single reel installation or Hydraulic Conditioner Double Reel Installation shown in Figure 3-42 for double reel REEL ARM installation.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1/2-13 X 2-1/2 NOTE: REEL ARM STOP HEX CAP AND 1-5/8 TRUNNION MOUNT SCREW USED ON OUTER WINGS ONLY 1/2 LOCK WASHER 1-5/8 TRUNNION MOUNT ASSY 2-1/2 X 1-1/2 CYLINDER PIVOT BUSHING REEL ARM 1-1/8-12 STOP 1-1/2 JAM NUT BEARING FLANGE...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1/2-13 X 2-1/2 NOTE: REEL ARM STOP HEX CAP AND 1-5/8 TRUNNION MOUNT SCREW USED ON OUTER WINGS ONLY 1/2 LOCK WASHER 1-5/8 TRUNNION MOUNT ASSY 2-1/2 X 1-1/2 CYLINDER PIVOT BUSHING REEL ARM 1-1/8-12 STOP 1-1/2 JAM NUT BEARING FLANGE...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 7. Install fittings into manifold See Figure 3-43 to the 10. Install fittings into 2-1/2” cylinders. All cylinders will manifold bracket on the rear of center frame by have a 90º fitting on the bottom side. The outer removing the 1/2-12 x 3-1/2 hex cap screws.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 16. Install (2) clamp tubes on front and back of double gang bar, secure with 1/2-13 x 5-1/2 hex cap screws and 1-2 lock nuts. Refer to pages 2-12 through 2-19 for clamp tube locations. Each set (2 total) should be slid against gangbar mount plate on outside of inner wing arm assemblies.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1/4 X 64” HOSE 1/4 X 60” HOSE 90° SWIVEL ADAPTER 45° ADAPTER BULKHEAD 1/4 X 116” 1/4 X 36” HOSE TEE W/NUT HOSE SWIVEL TEE 1/4 X 30” HOSE BULKHEAD TEE W/NUT 1/4 X 104” HOSE RED HOSE 1/4 X 100”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1/4 X 68” HOSE 1/4 X 64” HOSE 90° SWIVEL ADAPTER 45° ADAPTER BULKHEAD 1/4 X 130” 1/4 X 36” HOSE TEE W/NUT HOSE SWIVEL TEE 1/4 X 30” HOSE BULKHEAD TEE W/NUT 1/4 X 86” HOSE RED HOSE 1/4 X 80”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: RUN HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS NOTE:LOCATION OF 45° FITTINGS NOTE: RUN HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS Figure 3-49: Reel Hydraulic Layout 7550-40’ LH 3-58 F-987-2308...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: RUN HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS NOTE:LOCATION OF 45° FITTING NOTE: RUN HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS Figure 3-50: Reel Hydraulic Layout 7550-40’ RH F-987-2308 3-59...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: RUN HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS NOTE:LOCATION OF 45° FITTINGS NOTE: RUN HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS Figure 3-51: Reel Hydraulic Layout 7550-45’ LH 3-60 F-987-2308...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: RUN HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS NOTE:LOCATION OF 45° FITTING NOTE: RUN HOSES THROUGH ALL HOSE LOOPS AND CLAMPS Figure 3-52: Reel Hydraulic Layout 7550-45’ RH F-987-2308 3-61...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Rear Tow Hitch (Option) 7. Re-attach the smv mount, 8 port manifold, spacer tubes to the 2 hole plate on top side of the rear hitch 1. Unfold and lower the machine to the ground. mount with the 1/2 x 6 bolts and 1/2 lock nuts. 2.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TIE-STRAP NOTE: REMOVE MIDDLE CENTER FRAME MOUNT BEFORE INSTALLING MAIN REAR TOW HITCH WIRING 3/4 X 3 BOLTS HARNESS NOTE: REMOVE REAR CENTER FRAME MOUNT BEFORE INSTALLING REAR TOW HITCH SMV MOUNT, 8 PORT MANIFOLD, SPACER TUBES, 1/2 X 6 BOLTS, 1/2 LOCK NUTS NOTE: SMV MOUNT AND 8 PORT MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS RIGHT REAR TANDEM LIGHT BLACK HOSE WRAP TAIL LIGHT MOUNT HARNESS TIE STRAP LIGHTING MODULE MAIN WIRING HARNESS NOTE: HOSES FOR THE HYDRAULIC REEL CYLINDER OPTION NOTE: 34” & 96” HARNESS EXTENSIONS NOTE: ROUTING OF TANDEM LIGHT HARNESS REAR TOW HITCH ASSEMBLY NOTE: ROUTING OF...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Final Assembly 4. Connect lights to the tractor and verify operation. 5. Check tires for proper inflation 1. Attach a tractor to the implement and charge the lift 6. Level the disc from side to side as described in system hydraulics as described is “Hydraulic Lift “Leveling (Side to Side)”...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table provided for general use. NOTES: 3-66 F-987-2308...
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Chapter 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Operation DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER Never allow anyone to ride on the 7550 VT Plus at Always lock the tractor drawbar in the center any time. Allowing a person to ride on the position when transporting the unit. Failure to do machine can inflict serious personal injury or so can result in serious injury or death and cause death to that person.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Tractor Preparation Attaching to the Tractor The 7550 VT Plus is designed to be pulled by tractor 1. Align the tractor drawbar with the machine. Raise or equipped with a double lip or clevis type hitch. If your lower the hitch, as needed, using the swivel jack.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Hydraulic Lift System 1. The rephasing hydraulic lift system contains smaller wing frame cylinders plumbed in series with larger The VT Plus is equipped with a rephasing hydraulic lift center frame cylinders. It is important that the system to raise and lower the unit in the field.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Hydraulic Gang Adjust System 1. The rephasing gang adjust system contains smaller wing frame cylinders plumbed in series with larger The VT Plus is equipped with a rephasing hydraulic gang center frame cylinders. It is important that the adjust system to vary disc gang angles in the field.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Hydraulic Fold System 5. To fold/unfold the VT Plus, find a level area large enough to accommodate the VT Plus when it is fully 1. The VT Plus is equipped with a hydraulic fold system unfolded. The tractor should be stopped and not to raise and lower the wing frames for narrow moving with the unit fully raised See Figures 4-5...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Folding the 7550 VT 3. Take note that both center lift transport locks are engaged. Lower machine to locks and continue to 1. Fully raise the machine. hold lever, this will allow the inner and outer wing transport wheels to retract, reducing the transport IMPORTANT width.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Unfolding the 7550 VT 3. Unfold the machine. Transport locks will disengage from the center lifts during the unfolding process. Unfold in an area that is flat to allow the outer wing 4. Continue to hold lever until the fold cylinders are fully fold plates to lock.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Field Operation GANG ADJUST GAUGE 1. The horsepower requirements are typically 10-12 horsepower per foot of cut. This will vary widely due 5° TO 15° ADJUSTMENT to speed, depth, moisture, residue and types of soils. Local dealers can help in making recommendations for your areas.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table provided for general use. NOTES: F-987-2308...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Leveling (Side to Side) d. Measure the distance from the walking beam 1. An adjustable radius rod connects the center frame spindle to the top of the frame on both sides. If lifts together to keep them operating in unison there is a difference, it needs to be adjusted by Figure 4-8.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 5. To level the unit: a. Verify that all tires are properly inflated, and that the center radius rod adjustment has been properly set. b. With the implement unfolded, raise the unit to MEASURE fully extend the lift cylinders. Continue to hold the CENTER tractor lever 30-60 seconds to insure that the cylinders are fully extended and the rephasing lift...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Leveling Front-to-Rear 3. Implements with the hydraulic leveler, can make adjustments on-the-go from the tractor. A reference 1. The leveling feature on the Disc is used to keep the gauge is provided on the implement for a guide. machine level when raising the unit from a working 4.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Hitch Adjustment 4. To adjust the hitch See Figure 4-13: a. Lower the 7550 to the ground. 1. It is important for the 7550 to maintain a proper draft b. Adjust the hydraulic cylinder in or out until the line with the tractor to do a level job of discing.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Scraper Adjustment 3. Dual scrapers are provided at the bearing locations to scrape the disc blade and to limit the amount of The 7550 is equipped with rigid scrapers at regular soil and residue carried into the bearing hanger. spools with dual scrapers at the disc bearings.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table provided for general use. NOTES: F-987-2308 4-15...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Disc Blades Depth Stop Adjustment (Manual) 1. The 7550 is equipped with24” -4 ga. (.256), or 24” -4 The operating depth of the 7550 is controlled by a ga. (.256) rollable low concavity disc blades on both single-point depth stop.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table provided for general use. NOTES: F-987-2308 4-17...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Transport 1. Check and follow all federal, state, and local requirements before transporting the 7550. 2. The 7550 should be transported only by tractor required for field operation. The implement weight should not exceed more than 1.5 times the tractor weight.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 9. Raise the unit to full transport height. 12. To increase stability and reel clearance on center frame, use hydraulic leveler to roll the unit forward. 10. Install transport locks on both lift and fold systems. Do not depend solely on implement hydraulics for transport.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table provided for general use. NOTES: 4-20 F-987-2308...
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Chapter 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance and Lubrication 7550 Disc Wheel Bearing 10. Torque inner nut to 100 ft.-lbs. while rotating hub to insure proper seating of bearings and cups. Maintenance 11. Loosen the inner spindle nut to remove preload torque.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 8 BOLT HUB SEAL INNER INNER OUTER & SPINDLE BEARING BEARING BEARING 223440 7550 WING FRAME WHEELS OUTER 3” X 16/1/2” BEARING SPINDLE 8 BOLT HUB 10-32 X 1/2 3/16 X 1-1/2 & SPINDLE FLANGE COTTER PIN 191974 SCREW 7550 CENTER...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Wing Frame - Wheel Bearing Wheel Bearing Maintenance -- Maintenance – Non Triple-Lip Triple-Lip Wheel bearing maintenance should be performed at the Transport tires use a self-contained seal with multiple beginning of every season of use. Check the wheel lips.
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These 2. If a cylinder or valve leaks, before disassembling the areas require no lubrication. part, contact Landoll Service at 1-800-428-5655 7. The gang pivot pin will need greased annually for further instructions. Any time a cylinder is Figure 5-4 Remove the 1/8 hairpin and clevis pin.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Figure 5-6: Lubrication Schedule LUBRICATION TABLE INTERVAL ITEM DESCRIPTION NO. OF LUBE POINTS (Hours Unless Stated) Disc Gang Bearings 1 each Radius Rod Wheel Hubs 1 each Front Gauge 6 Bolt Wheel Hubs 1 each Hydraulic Leveler Tube Front Gauge Wheel Caster Hub 1 each Conditioner Reel Bearings...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Storage 2. Store the unit in a shed or under a tarpaulin to protect it from the weather. The ground tools and tires should 1. The service life of the 7550will be extended by proper rest on boards, or some other object, to keep them off-season storage practices.
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Chapter 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Troubleshooting Guide The Troubleshooting Guide, shown below, is included to help you quickly locate problems that can happen using your 7550 VT. Follow all safety precautions stated in the previous when making any adjustments to your machine. PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION HYDRAULIC - ONE SIDE OF CENTER Center lifts not properly timed. Remove 1” bolt from adjustable radius rod LIFT CYLINDERS NOT FULLY on lifts and fully retract lift cylinders, EXTENDING OR CANNOT INSTALL reinstall radius rod bolt adjusting it to fit ONE TRANSPORT LOCK the lifts in the position.
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Instructions for Ordering Parts ** Repair parts must be ordered through an Authorized Dealer ** DEALER INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING PARTS FROM LANDOLL PARTS DISTRIBUTION CENTER Phone #: 800-423-4320 785-562-5381 Fax #: 888-527-3909 Order online: dealer.landoll.com IDENTIFICATION PLATE The identification plate, which lists the model number and serial number, is located on the front of the frame.
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Document Control Revision Log: Date Form # Improvement(s): Description and Comments 05/20/2019 F-987 Initial Release 05/20/2019 F-987-0519 New Manual Revision Release 01/17/2020 F-987-0120 Added double and hydraulic reels 04/14/2020 F-987-0420 Added dual tire/wheel option 02/03/2020 F-987-0222 Added QR decal, rear 20mph decal, gauge wheel update, hydraulic updates 08/08/2023 F-987-2308 Updated to new FrameMaker format.
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Equipment from Landoll Company, LLC is built to exacting standards ensured by ISO 9001 registration at all Landoll manufacturing facilities. Model 7550 Adjustable VT Plus Operators Manual Re-order Part Number F-987 LANDOLL COMPANY, LLC 1900 North Street Marysville, Kansas 66508 (785) 562-5381 800-428-5655 ~ WWW.LANDOLL.COM...
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