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Chapter 4

Operation and Maintenance

The Landoll D5P/D10P Power Ditcher is a ditching 
machine for controlling field water drainage by improving 
water run-off conditions. The Power Ditcher can make 
shallow trenches for irrigation and be used to build fire 
lanes.

This manual provides suggested operating techniques to 
help you obtain efficient and dependable service from 
your new machine. This manual also contains general 
information, specifications, safety information, 
maintenance and service requirements for your machine. 
Read this manual carefully.

Keep this manual handy for future reference. If you have 
any questions, contact your Landoll equipment dealer. 
Your dealer is the best qualified to help you. He has 
qualified service technicians and genuine Landoll 
replacement parts to keep your machine in top operating 
condition. This manual should remain with the machine 
when sold.

This manual was prepared from the latest product 
information available at publication time. The Company 
reserves the right to make changes at any time without 
notice.

CAUTION

DANGER

CAUTION

1.

Remove tractor start key when tractor and 
implement will be unattended.

2.

Never leave unattended equipment in the 
unlocked raised position. Lower the unit to 
the ground or use transport locks.

3.

Do not leave tractor or implement unattended 
with tractor engine running.

Never allow anyone to ride on this equipment.

1.

Avoid injury or fatal accidents. Read these 
safety precautions completely and carefully! 
Utilize these instructions when operating 
your machine.

2.

The operator should be a responsible adult 
familiar with farm machinery and trained in 
this machine’s operations. Do not allow 
persons to operate this machine until they 
have read this manual and have developed a 
thorough understanding of the safety 
precautions and of how the machine works.

3.

To prevent injury or death, use a tractor 
equipped with a roll-over protection structure 
(ROPS) and seat belt. Do not paint over, 
remove or deface any safety decals on your 
equipment. Observe all safety decals and 
follow the instructions on them.

4.

Remember! Your best insurance is a careful 
and responsible operator. If there is any 
portion of this manual or of the machine’s 
operation you do not understand, contact 
your local authorized Landoll dealer, or 
Landoll Corporation.

Summary of Contents for D10P Series

Page 1: ...F 351 0411 04 2011 LANDOLL CORPORATION 1900 North Street Marysville Kansas 66508 785 562 5381 800 428 5655 WWW LANDOLL COM Model D5P D10P Power Ditcher Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...ructions Assembly Safety 3 1 After Assembly Safety 3 2 General Assembly Instructions 3 2 Assembly Instructions 3 2 Physical Characteristics 3 3 4 Operation and Maintenance Safety Decals 4 3 Power Ditc...

Page 4: ...ii F 351 0411 Edition...

Page 5: ...practical advice for the care and maintenance of your Landoll equipment Drawings in this section locate adjustment points on the equipment NOTE IF THE EQUIPMENT IS IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED OR MAINTAINED...

Page 6: ...e sure you read and understand the information contained in this manual and on the machine signs decals before you attempt to operate or maintain this vehicle The safety statements contained in this m...

Page 7: ...for use on tractors with 80 to 150 PTO horsepower and 1000 RPM PTO NOTE D10P models can be used with 540 PTO tractors by reversing sprockets and replacing the tractor end PTO yoke Model D5P18A Model...

Page 8: ...62 80 100 1 2 20 40 50 65 81 90 112 9 16 12 55 62 80 100 110 137 9 16 18 60 75 90 112 130 162 5 8 11 75 94 110 137 170 212 5 8 18 85 106 130 162 180 225 3 4 10 130 162 200 250 280 350 3 4 16 150 188...

Page 9: ...FOOT POUNDS PARKER BRAND FITTINGS Dash Size 37 Degree JIC O Ring ORS O Ring Boss ORB 4 11 13 15 17 13 15 5 14 16 21 23 6 20 22 34 36 25 29 8 43 47 58 62 40 44 10 55 65 100 110 57 5 62 5 12 80 90 134...

Page 10: ...2 4 F 351 0411 Edition STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS...

Page 11: ...ear personal protective equipment PPE such as but not limited to protection for eyes lungs ears head hands and feet when operating servicing or repairing equipment 2 Use lift crane jack tackle or fork...

Page 12: ...ly Instructions 1 The D5P18A and D10P18A Series Power Ditcher is completely assembled at the factory except for the universal drive shaft which is wired to the A frame 2 Thoroughly clean the end of th...

Page 13: ...ve Shaft 4 All Welded Main Frame and chain Case 5 Adjustable Hardened High Carbon Steel Blades 6 Cat II or III Standard or Quick Coupler Hitch 7 Removable End Plates for Ease of Service 8 Adjustable S...

Page 14: ...3 4 F 351 0411 Edition ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Notes...

Page 15: ...e CAUTION DANGER CAUTION 1 Remove tractor start key when tractor and implement will be unattended 2 Never leave unattended equipment in the unlocked raised position Lower the unit to the ground or use...

Page 16: ...es and cycle hydraulic levers before dismounting tractor or working around the machine 1 Wear personal protective equipment PPE such as but not limited to protection for eyes lungs ears head hands and...

Page 17: ...lt 3 Keep riders off equipment 4 Make certain everyone is clear before starting tractor engine and operating 5 Keep all shields in place 6 Keep hands feet and clothing away from moving parts 7 Disenga...

Page 18: ...or 540 or 1000 RPM PTO speed Start the forward motion of the tractor and lower the ditcher into the ground Forward speed and depth of cut should be matched to soil conditions 5 When backing or turning...

Page 19: ...an example if the front joint is offset 6 degrees the rear joint must also have a 6 degree offset Should the rear joint be offset 4 degrees or 8 degrees the cutter head will not run at a constant spe...

Page 20: ...ive shaft with a good grade of Lithium Soap Base Grease every 25 to 50 hours of operation See Figure 4 4 Remove the male end of the drive shaft and pack tube with a generous amount of grease The drive...

Page 21: ...ocknuts They are located in the flange of the main drive shaft at the PTO Do not clean adjust or service when machine is in motion All hydraulically or mechanically elevated components must be blocked...

Page 22: ...4 8 F 351 0411 Edition OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Notes...

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Page 24: ...ies Model D5P D10P Power Ditcher Operator s Manual Re Order Part Number F 351 0411 LANDOLL CORPORATION 1900 North Street Marysville Kansas 66508 785 562 5381 800 428 5655 WWW LANDOLL COM F 351 0411 04...

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