Section 3: Operating Instructions
3/14/23
GS2572, GS2584 & GS2596 Grading Scrapers 303-268M
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Do not alter implement or replace parts on the implement
with other brands. Other brands may not fit properly or
meet OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
specifications. They can weaken the integrity and impair the
safety, function, performance, and life of the implement.
Replace parts only with genuine OEM parts.
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Make sure safety labels are in their proper location and are
in good condition before operating the attached implement.
Read and obey all instructions on the labels.
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Never make contact with underground utilities such as
electrical power lines, gas lines, phone lines, etc. They can
cause serious injury or death from electrocution, explosion,
or fire. Always call 811 (USA) or local utility companies
before digging so that they can mark the location of
underground services in the area. For contact information,
see Dig Safe in the “Important Safety Information” starting
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Avoid exposure to dust containing crystalline silica
particles. This dust can cause serious injury to the lungs
(silicosis). Because crystalline silica is a basic component
of sand and granite, many activities at construction sites
produce dust containing crystalline silica. Trenching,
sawing, and boring of material containing crystalline silica
can produce dust containing crystalline silica.
Transporting
WARNING
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To avoid serious injury or death:
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When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way that
other vehicles may pass you safely. Use accessory lights,
clean reflectors, and a slow moving vehicle sign that is
visible from the back to warn operators in other vehicles of
your presence. Always comply with all federal, state, and
local laws.
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Make sure implement does not block tractor’s Slow Moving
Vehicle (SMV) sign when transporting on a public road. If
operators in vehicles approaching from the back cannot
easily see the sign, then install one on the implement that is
visible to warn of your presence.
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Select a safe ground speed that will allow adequate control of
steering and stopping. Never exceed 20 mph (32 km/h) with
attached equipment. Rough terrain requires a slower speed.
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Reduce ground speed when turning and leave enough
clearance to avoid making contact with obstacles such as
buildings, trees, fences, etc.
1. Select a safe ground speed when transporting from
one area to another. Maximum transport speed for
the Grading Scraper is 20 mph.
DO NOT EXCEED
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1. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when
turning; and leave enough clearance so the Grading
Scraper 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.
General Operating Instructions
By now you should have read the operator’s manual and
properly attached your GS25 Series Grading Scraper to
your tractor’s 3-point hitch. Whether you have chosen our
GS2572, GS2584 or GS2596, the working or grading
principals are the same. Your two grading blades should
be properly adjusted within the frame to achieve the
desired effect. This may take a little experimentation to
get your adjustments set just right depending on local
surface conditions in the area to be graded. Simply lower
your Grading Scraper until the left and right end skid
shoes are firmly in contact with the ground, then begin
driving forward.
Your two scraper blades should immediately begin
grading or shaving off high spots on the surface and
allowing dirt or aggregate material to flow under the
blades to fill in low spots. The lower the blades are set,
the more aggressive the cutting and grading action will
be. Depending on blade settings and surface conditions,
a build up may occur between the blades. This is no
cause for concern as simply raising the scraper slightly
with the 3-point hitch control lever will allow excess
material to flow out under the blades in an even and level
fashion. If an unwanted accumulation continues to occur
between the blades you may want to first adjust the rear
blade upward a bit our raise both blades if the unwanted
condition persists.
If surface conditions are such that the blades are
unsuccessful in shaving off high spots on a hard-packed
surface, begin lowering the optional scarifiers into
working position to a depth that enables you to achieve
the desired effect. The Land Pride 25 Series Grading
Scrapers are very user friendly attachments and with a
little practice you should begin achieving excellent
results.
See
“Specifications & Capacities”
on page 16 and
“Features & Benefits”
on page 17 for additional
information and performance enhancing options.
