Core Aerators
CA2560 & CA2572
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325-020M
Operator’s Manual
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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.
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence and proper training of personnel involved in
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
Do not allow anyone to operate
this equipment who has not fully
read and comprehended this
manual and who has not been
properly trained in the safe
operation of the equipment.
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ꢀ Operator should be familiar with
Be Aware of
Signal Words
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WARNING
all functions of the unit.
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
ꢀ Operate implement from the
driver’s seat only.
A Signal word designates a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The
signal words are:
ꢀ Make sure all guards and shields
are in place and secured before
operating implement.
ꢀ Do not leave tractor or implement
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DANGER
unattended with engine running.
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is limited to the most
extreme situations, typically for
machine components that, for
functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
ꢀ Dismounting from a moving
tractor could cause serious injury
or death.
ꢀ Do not allow anyone to stand
between tractor and implement
while backing up to implement.
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CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
ꢀ Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power-driven parts.
ꢀ Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid
entanglement with moving parts.
For Your Protection
ꢀ Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read all
instructions noted on them.
Shutdown and Storage
ꢀ Lower machine to ground, put
tractor in park, turn off engine, and
remove the key.
ꢀ Detach and store implements in a
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement by
using blocks and supports.
ꢀ Watch out for wires, trees, etc.,
when raising implement. Make
sure all persons are clear of
working area.
ꢀ Turning tractor too tight may
cause implement to ride up on
wheels. This could result in injury
or equipment damage.
ꢀ Do not carry passengers on
implement at any time.
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Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
ꢀ Use the following maximum
Transport
Machinery Safely
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
speed - tow load weight ratios as
a guideline:
20 mph when weight is less
than or equal to the weight of
tractor.
10 mph when weight is double
the weight of tractor.
ꢀ Comply with state and local laws.
ꢀ Slow moving tractors, self-
propelled equipment, and towed
implements can create a hazard
when driven on public roads. They
are difficult to see, especially at
night.
ꢀ Maximum transport speed for
implement is 20 mph. DO NOT
EXCEED. Never travel at a speed
which does not allow adequate
control of steering and stopping.
Some rough terrain require a
slower speed.
ꢀ Sudden braking can cause a
towed load to swerve and upset.
Reduce speed if towed load is not
equipped with brakes.
ꢀ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the
weight of tractor.
ꢀ Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended
whenever driving on public roads.
ꢀ Do not grease or oil implement
Use A Safety Chain
Practice Safe Maintenance
ꢀ Understand procedure before doing
work. Use proper tools and
equipment, refer to Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
ꢀ Work in a clean dry area.
ꢀ Lower the implement to the ground,
put tractor in park, turn off engine,
and remove key before performing
maintenance.
while it is in operation.
ꢀ A safety chain will help control
drawn machinery should it
separate from the tractor
drawbar.
ꢀ Use a chain with the strength
rating equal to or greater than
the gross weight of the towed
machinery.
ꢀ Attach the chain to the tractor
drawbar support or other
specified anchor location. Allow
only enough slack in the chain
to permit turning.
ꢀ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts
are in good condition & installed
properly.
ꢀ Remove buildup of grease, oil or
debris.
ꢀ Remove all tools and unused
parts from implement before
operation.
ꢀ Allow implement to cool completely.
ꢀ Do not use safety chain for
towing.
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Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Wear
Prepare for Emergencies
Protective Equipment
ꢀ Be prepared if a fire starts.
ꢀ Wear protective clothing and
ꢀ Keep a first aid kit and fire
equipment appropriate for the job.
extinguisher handy.
Avoid loose fitting clothing.
ꢀ Keep emergency numbers for
ꢀ Prolonged exposure to loud noise
doctor, ambulance, hospital and
can cause hearing impairment or
fire department near phone.
hearing loss. Wear suitable
hearing protection such as
earmuffs or earplugs.
ꢀ Operating equipment safely
requires the full attention of the
operator. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
911
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
Keep Riders
Off Machinery
ꢀ Riders obstruct the operator’s
view they could be struck by
foreign objects or thrown from the
machine.
ꢀ Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing
serious injury.
ꢀ Avoid the hazard by relieving
pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines or performing work
on the system.
ꢀ Never allow children to operate
equipment.
ꢀ Make sure all hydraulic fluid
connections are tight and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in
good condition before applying
pressure to the system.
ꢀ Use a piece of paper or
cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to
check for suspected leaks.
ꢀ Wear protective gloves and safety
glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems.
ꢀ If an accident occurs, see a
doctor immediately. Any fluid
injected into the skin must be
treated within a few hours or
gangrene may result.
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Important Safety Information
4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.
Safety Labels
To install new labels:
a. Clean the area the label is to be placed.
Your Core Aerator comes equipped with all safety labels in
place. They were designed to help you safely operate your
implement. Read and follow their directions.
b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to
be placed.
1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.
c. Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface.
d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.
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. Some new equipment installed during repair require safety
labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified
by Land Pride. When ordering new components make sure
the correct safety labels are included in the request. To
order new labels go to your Land Pride Dealer.
818-719C
General Caution Decal
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Introduction
Introduction
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
Terminology
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by
facing the direction the machine will operate while in use
unless otherwise stated.
This Core Aerator 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 Aerator.
Definitions
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related
to the following topic. Land Pride’s intention is this
information must be read & noted before continuing.
Application
The Land Pride 25 Series Core Aerators are designed
for Category 1 - three-point hitch or Quick-Hitch System
mounting. The 25 Series Core Aerators are adapted for
attachment to tractors capable of properly lifting,
lowering, and transporting up to 1200 lbs. on the three-
point hitch. These Aerators come in 60" and 72" working
widths.
NOTE: A special point of information that the
operator should be aware of before continuing.
Owner Assistance
The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by
the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
The 25 Series Core Aerators are designed to relieve soil
compaction and allow air circulation in grassy surfaces
such as lawns, soccer fields, football fields, baseball
fields, municipal parks, and golf course fairways. The 25
series Aerators utilize replaceable case hardened closed
spoons mounted on weighted rotating discs. These
spoons pull cores up to 3" in length from the soil profile
every 7" of forward travel. The lateral gang spacing on
the CA256 is 5 1/2" and 6 1/2" on the CA2572. Pulled
cores are deposited on the surface for subsequent
drying, pulverization, or removal. In order to achieve
maximum penetration the CA2560 & CA2572 offer
optional poly water tanks that fit in the top mounted
weight trays. When filled with water these tanks provide
significantly increased down pressure on the spoons.
If customer service or repair parts are required contact a
Land Pride Dealer. A dealer has trained personnel, repair
parts and equipment needed to service the implement.
The parts on your CA25 Series Core Aerator have been
specially designed and should only be replaced with
genuine Land Pride parts. Therefore, should your
Aerator require replacement parts go to your Land Pride
Dealer.
Serial Number
Model No. _____________Serial No. _______________
For quick reference and prompt service, record model
number and serial number in the spaces provided above
and again on warranty page 19. Always provide model
number and serial number when ordering parts and in all
correspondences with your Land Pride dealer. Refer to
Figure 1 for location of your serial number plate.
When your turf begins to suffer the effects of compaction
and wear, such as shallow root zones, thatch build-up,
worn pathways, rock hard ground, poor surface
percolation, or water stands, a Land Pride 25 Series
Core Aerator will help provide seasonal relief.
information and performance enhancing options.
Using This Manual
• This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments,
troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manual
and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe
and efficient operation.
• The information contained within this manual was
current at the time of printing. Some parts may change
slightly to assure you of the best performance.
• To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual contact
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be
downloaded, free-of-charge from our website at
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Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
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Introduction
Further Assistance
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new Core
Aerator. If for any reason you do not understand any part
of this manual or are not satisfied with the service
received, the following actions are suggested:
1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service
manager making sure he is aware of any problems
you may have and that he has had the opportunity to
assist you.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership, explain the
problem and request assistance.
3. For further assistance write to:
Land Pride Service Department
1525 East North Street
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, Ks. 67402-5060
E-mail address
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Section 1: Assembly and Set-Up
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This unit is shipped partially assembled. It is the
Dealerships responsibility to finish the assembly.
Torque Requirements
Refer to “Torque Values Chart For Common Bolt Size”
on page 19 to determine correct torque values when
tightening hardware.
Tools Required
• Lift truck or hoist capable of handling the load
• Wrench set
Assembly Instructions
Review all safety instructions printed in this manual
before assembling the Aerator.
• Socket set
NOTE: Do not tighten the hardware until assembly
is complete.
Unloading Instructions
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CAUTION
Hitch Assembly
Refer to Figure 1-1:
Never allow anyone under the unit while unloading.
Remove crated Aerator from the flat bed trailer with a
lifting devise designed for handling the load. Gently set
the crate down on a smooth flat work surface. Carefully
uncrate the unit to protect against scratching and/or
damaging the paint.
1. Install upper hitches (#1) & (#2) to frame using
1/2" x 1 1/2" bolts (#3), lockwashers (#4) & nuts (#5).
2. Install bushing (#6) between upper hitches with
3/4" x 4" long bolt (#7), lockwasher (#8) and nut (#9).
3. Tighten all hardware using torque requirements on
page 19.
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Hitch Assembly
Figure 1-1
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Section 1: Assembly and Set-Up
1. Attach water tanks (#2) to Aerator frame with
Optional Weight Tanks
3/8"-16 x 1" GR5 cap screws (#6), lock washers (#5)
and flat washers (#4). Tighten bolts to the correct
torque.
IMPORTANT: You could loose steering control if
your tractor is too light. Refer to your tractor’s
manual to determine if additional ballast is needed.
2. Make sure vented caps (#1) and drain plugs (#3) are
screwed on tight to the weight tanks.
Refer to Figure 1-2:
Additional weight may be added to Models CA2560 and
CA2572 Core Aerators with weight tanks that can be
filled with water.
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Water Tanks Option
Figure 1-2
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Section 2: Adjustments
Section 2: Adjustments
Parking Stands
Storage Position Without Added Weight
Storage Position With Added Weight
Refer to Figure 2-1:
Refer to Figure 2-2:
Parking stands may be adjusted fully down so that the
Core Aerator spoons are supported above ground as
shown in Figure 2-1. Use this position only when parking
the Core Aerator without weight added to the unit.
If weight has been added to the unit, the parking stands
must be adjusted so that the Aerator spoons rest on level
ground as shown in Figure 2-2.
Extended Parking
Stand Fully Down
And Secured With
Wire Retaining Pin
Parking Stand Must
Be Adjusted So
That Spoons Rest
On Level Ground
Spoons Must Rest
Spoons Supported
Above Ground
On Level Ground
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Parking Stand Un-hooked Position without added weights
Figure 2-1
Parking Stand Un-hooked Position with added weights
Figure 2-2
Working Position
Refer to Figure 2-3:
The four parking stands should be fully raised for working
and while transporting.
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Parking Stand Working Position
Figure 2-3
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Section 3: Operating Instructions
Section 3: Operating Instructions
Pre-Start Checklist
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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 Core Aerator. Therefore, it is
DANGER
Do not work over any underground electrical wiring or gas
lines. If there is any doubt, call your public service agency. Be
sure to ask how close you can work to their flags or marks.
Making contact with electrical wiring or gas pipes can cause
serious injury or death.
absolutely essential that no one operates the Aerator
without first having read, fully understood and become
totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make sure the
operator has completed the Operating Checklist below.
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WARNING
Operating Checklist
Never pull the Core Aerator behind a vehicle at high speeds.
High speeds can cause the tires to break resulting in loss of
control.
Page No.
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Check
Read and follow all Safety Rules carefully.
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CAUTION
Read and follow all preparation instructions.
Make sure all safety labels are in their proper location and in
good working condition before operation. Be sure to follow all
directions on the safety labels.
Read and make all required adjustments.
Read and follow Hook-up & all operating procedures.
Equipment Safety
1. Use Core Aerator for its intended purpose only.
Never use it as a wagon to carry things. Never pull or
tow other equipment or objects. Never pull post,
stumps or other objects. Misuse of the Core Aerator
can break the unit.
Read and follow all Maintenance Instructions.
Read and follow all Lubrication Instructions.
Check Aerator initially and periodically for loose bolts
and pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart For Common
Bolt Size”.
Page 19
2. Mark underground water piping, sprinkler heads,
sizable rocks and other objects that can be damage
or cause damage to the Aerator with small warning
flags so they can be avoided.
Operator Safety
3. Do not exceed the weight tray weight limit.
Exceeding the limit can damage the spoon, tires and
Aerator frame.
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DANGER
Operator must age 16 or older and must be properly trained
in the safe operation of this Core Aerator.
4. Make gradual turns with spoon in the ground. Too
sharp a turn can break the spoon.
5. Do not turn tractor tires into the tongue, spoon or
frame. Slow down and watch tractor tires carefully
when forced to make sharp turns.
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DANGER
Operator must wear a seat belt at all times. Without being seat
belted, the operator could fall off and be ran over by the
Aerator and its sharp spoon.
6. Working speeds in excess of 5 mph can damage the
spoon and frame.
7. Do not use spoon to tear up asphalt or for anything
other than to aerate soil.
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DANGER
Never carry passengers on the Core Aerator or tractor and
never operate the unit when bystanders are present. There is
always a risk of running over the passenger or bystander.
8. If the area being worked has a sprinkler system,
locate and mark sprinkler heads with warning flags
so they can be avoided.
9. Do not alter Core Aerator in a way which will
adversely affect its performance or reliability or use the
unit for a purpose for which it was not designed.
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DANGER
Always keep your feet and legs out from under the Core
Aerator and never work under the unit without properly
blocking it up. The Aerator could drop instantly resulting in
bodily injury or death.
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DANGER
Do not operate on slopes too steep to maintain stability or
near the edge of a drop off. The tractor and Aerator could roll
over resulting in equipment damage, bodily injury or death.
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Section 3: Operating Instructions
4. Secure tractor’s 3-point lower links to the lower hitch
Tractor Hook-Up
clevises as follows:
Standard Tractors
Attach 3-point lower arms to the upper clevis holes
with 7/8" diameter hitch pins.
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DANGER
A Crushing Hazard exists when hooking-up equipment to a
tractor. Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor and
implement while backing-up to implement. Do not operate
hydraulic 3-point lift controls while someone is directly
behind the tractor or near the implement.
(7/8" hitch pins are furnished with Aerator.)
Compact Tractors
Attach 3-point lower arms to the lower clevis holes
with 7/8" diameter hitch pins.
(7/8" hitch pins are furnished with Aerator.)
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CAUTION
5. Secure tractor’s top center link to the Aerator’s top
hitch using a 3/4" diameter hitch pin.
Always make sure the hitch pin is secured with a keeper clip.
Not doing so can result in the unit coming unhitched and out
of control.
(3/4" top hitch pin is supplied by customer.)
6. Raise park stands up and secure in working position.
!
CAUTION
7. Return to the tractor and slowly operate controls up
and down to check for clearance between Core
Aerator, tractor tires, frame and drawbar. Move or
remove drawbar if it interferes with Aerator.
Always engage parking brake, shut off tractor and remove key
before dismounting from tractor to hook-up equipment.
IMPORTANT: You could loose steering control if
your tractor is too light. Refer to your tractor’s
manual to determine if additional ballast is needed.
Quick Hitch Hook-Up
Refer to Figure 3-1 on page 11:
Land Pride’s Model QH15 Quick hitch fits the Core
Aerator’s Cat. I hitch. If using a compact tractor that
cannot lift the Aerator high enough for transport, move
7/8" hitch pins and Quick Hitch bushing to the lowest
holes in the 3-point clevises. The Upper J-hook of the
Quick Hitch will need to be adjusted vertically to
accommodate center hook-up. Other brands that do not
have an adjustable J-hook may not fit when using the
lowest 3-point hitch holes.
Refer to Figure 2-1:
1. If installed, remove 3-point stabilizing equipment to
allow Aerator to float over the ground and to help
reduce side loading on the spoons.
2. Move drawbar fully forward. (Towards front of tractor)
3. Slowly back tractor up to Core Aerator until tractor’s
lower 3-point links are aligned with Aerator’s lower
hitch clevises.
NOTE: Supplied with the Core Aerator are two
lower bushing for hooking-up to the implement with
a Quick-hitch. Do not use the lower bushings when
connecting directly to the tractor’s 3-point arms.
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Tractor Hook-Up
Figure 3-1
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Section 3: Operating Instructions
Leveling Adjustments
Un-hooking Core Aerator
Check for levelness by parking tractor on a level surface
and lowering Aerator down until unit is approximately
1 to 2 inches off the ground. Place tractor in park or set
park brake, shut tractor off and remove switch key.
The following steps should be done when un-hooking
Core Aerator from the tractor:
1. Park tractor and Core Aerator on a solid level
surface. Lower Aerator until approximately 6" off the
ground. Place tractor in park or set park brake, shut
tractor off and remove switch key.
NOTE: See Tractor Operator’s Manual for
instructions on how to adjust tractor’s lower 3-point
arms and top center link.
adjusting them to the correct height. Lower parking
stands to the correct height and make sure wire
retaining pins are secured in place.
1. Place a level on the front mainframe tube. Level
mainframe from left to right by adjusting one of the
tractor’s lower 3-point arms up or down.
3. Without starting tractor, lower tractor’s 3-point hitch
until all weight is off of tractor.
2. Without starting the tractor, lower tractor’s 3-point
hitch until all weight is off of tractor.
4. Remove center hitch pin. Store hitch pin in a safe
location for reuse.
3. Rotate level 90 degrees and place across end of
mainframe. Adjust tractor’s top center link until
mainframe is level from front to back.
5. Remove lower hitch pins. Store lower hitch pins in
lower clevises for reuse.
6. Be sure implement is clear of tractor and then drive
tractor away from implement.
Transporting
!
Storage
CAUTION
When traveling on public roads at night or during the day, use
accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to
operators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state and
local laws.
Clean, inspect, service and make necessary repairs to
the Core Aerator when parking it for long periods and
when parking it at the end of a working season. This will
help ensure that the Aerator is ready for field use next
time you hook-up to it.
1. Select a safe ground speed when transporting from
one area to another.
1. Clean off any dirt and grease that may have
accumulated on the Core Aerator. Scrape off
compacted dirt. Clean out cores lodged in the spoon.
2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning
and leave enough clearance so the equipment does
not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees or
fences.
2. When finished cleaning and scraping dirt and grease
off, wash the surfaces thoroughly with a garden
hose.
3. Always raise Core Aerator up before traveling on
public roadways.
3. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to
prevent rust. A coating of oil may also be applied to
the spoon to minimize oxidation.
4. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
5. Shift to a lower gear when traveling over rough or
hilly terrain.
4. Replace all damaged or missing decals.
5. Store the Core Aerator inside if possible. Inside
storage will reduce maintenance and make for a
longer Aerator life.
6. Inspect Core Aerator for loose, damaged or worn
parts and adjust or replace as needed.
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Section 3: Operating Instructions
With very little practice you should become very
proficient and effective with your Land Pride 25 Series
Core Aerator.
General Operation Instructions
By now you should have read your Operator’s Manual
and properly installed your Land Pride 25 Series Core
Aerator on your tractor. If you haven’t, please do so now.
At the completion of the aeration task the Aerator should
be washed, cleaned and lubricated. Any lodged cores
should be cleaned out of the spoons. Units being put up
for the winter should also have water drained from the
weight tanks and storage stands should be put in place.
Store in a dry and well drained area.
Using the Core Aerator is a fairly simple task but there
are a few things you need to consider before beginning.
If you are aerating in an area that uses a sprinkler
system, you will need to mark the sprinkler heads with
small warning flags so they can be avoided. Also you will
want to avoid any sizable rocks or foreign material that
might be embedded in the soil that could cause damage
to the aerating spoon. Most important, do not work over
underground electrical wiring or gas lines.
!
DANGER
Do not work over any underground electrical wiring or gas
lines. If there is any doubt, call your public service agency. Be
sure to ask how close you can work to their flags or marks.
Making contact with electrical wiring or gas pipes can cause
serious injury or death.
Now that you know where you are going to aerate and
what precautions need to be taken, it is time to start the
tractor and travel to the site where you intend to aerate. It
is best to start in the middle of the field and gradually
work your way to the outer perimeter with each pass.
This will also help keep you from compressing freshly
pulled cores.
Begin by lowering the three-point hitch until the Aerator is
fully on the ground with all the weight off of the tractor.
Put the three-point in float position and pull ahead slowly
to get the spoons into the ground. Gradually increase
ground speed to approximately 5mph. Do not make
sharp turns with the Aerator in the ground as equipment
damage may result. At the end of each pass lift the
Aerator out and off of the ground until you have realigned
the tractor for the next pass. Look back often to observe
your pattern and to make sure you are getting good soil
penetration. If you aren’t achieving the desired
penetration, you may need to add more weight or wait
until after a rain or after irrigation has been applied to
softened the ground.
Usually allow about twelve to twenty-four hours after
pulling the cores before pulverizing the solid parts left on
the ground with a drag mat. The pulverizing action of the
drag mat breaks up the soil portion of the core which is
redistributed into the undisturbed thatch layer setting off
a microbial action that accelerates thatch breakdown.
The vegetation portion of the core remains on the surface
for debris collection or destruction by a mulching mower.
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Section 4: Options
Section 4: Options
Weight Tanks
!
WARNING
Under no circumstances should riders be allowed. Never
allow riders for the purpose of adding extra weight to the unit.
IMPORTANT: You could loose steering control if
your tractor is too light. Refer to your tractor’s manual
to determine if additional ballast is needed.
Refer to Figure 4-1:
Weight may be added installing optional Land Pride poly
water tanks. Bricks, sand bags, blocks, etc. may be
added if fastened securely to the frame. Do not exceed
the following weight limits:
Model CA2560. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .500 lbs.
Model CA2572. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .600 lbs.
.
For additional information, see “Optional Weight
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Figure 4-1
See your nearest Land Pride Dealer to purchase the
tanks.
Land Pride Weight Tanks
Part No.
Part Description
325-026A
325-025A
CA2560 WEIGHT TANK BUNDLE
CA2572 WEIGHT TANK BUNDLE
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Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication
Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication
Cleaning the Spoons
The spoons should be cleaned immediately after
operation for easier cleaning.
Maintenance
General
Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life
of any implement. With careful and systematic
inspection, costly maintenance, time and repair can be
avoided.
The spoons can get plugged with dirt or debris. This can
be removed with the use of a tool such as a screw driver
or any hard pointed object. Clogged spoons reduce the
efficiency of the Core Aerator.
After using the unit for several hours, check all bolts to be
sure they are tight.
Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety labels by
obtaining new labels from your Land Pride Dealer.
Lubrication
Multi-purpose
spray lube
Multi-purpose
grease lube
Multi-purpose
oil lube
Intervals in hours at which
lubrication is required
Lubrication
Legend
50
Hrs
8
Hours
Rotor
Six places
Type of Lubrication: multi-purpose grease lube
Quantity = As Required
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Section 6: Specifications & Capacities
Section 6: Specifications & Capacities
CA25 Series
Description
Working Width
CA2560
60"
CA2572
72"
Overall Width
68 3/4"
79 3/4"
Overall Length
30 1/4"
42"
Overall Height (With support stands up)
Weight (w/o added weight)
Number Of Spoons
Spoon Material
464#
96
480#
96
3/4" Closed case hardened Replaceable.
Spoon Spacing in forward travel
Spoon Penetration
Gang Spacing
7"
4 1/2" Depending on ground conditions and added weight.
5 1/2"
12
6 1/2"
12
Number of Gangs
Frame Construction
Hitch
Tubing 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 3/16"
Cat. 1
Quick Hitch
Fits Land Pride’s Model QH15 Quick Hitch
(Upper hitch of Quick Hitch will need to be raised up to fit.)
Support Stands
Support stands in all four corners
Water Tank Capacity (gallons per tank)
Full Water Tank Weight (2-tanks)
29 gallons per tank
490 lbs. Total weight
36 gallons per tank
600 lbs. Total weight
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Section 7: Features & Benefits
Section 7: Features & Benefits
CA25 Series
Features
Benefits
2 Sizes 60" & 72"
Cat. 1 Hitch
Great sizes for small landscapers to golf courses, campuses, cities.
Fits Land Pride Quick-Hitch, and stout enough to work with any Cat. 1 tractor.
Plate steel ‘A’ frame
Plate steel offers greater strength from natural force applied downward from tractor top
link.
Tubular Construction
2 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 3/16" Tubing vs. angle iron offers greater strength as well as gives a
better appearance.
Expanded metal in weight tray
Hardened steel spoons
Adds safety over spoon area, doesn’t allow foreign weight object to fall into spoon
area, keeps cores from being thrown forward.
3/4" ID spoons, with 3 mm wall thickness and beveled edge penetrate the ground
easier than thicker OD spoons, but are just as strong.
Individual Spoon Replacement
Requires removal of only two bolts to replace a worn-out spoon. Don’t have to
disassemble the whole rotary section to get to the spoons.
5 1/2" Gang spacing on 60" units
6 1/2" Gang spacing on 72" units
5 1/2" on 60" Units, 6 1/2" on 72" unit offers optimum core pulling pattern.
Spoon gangs
Spoon gangs are independent of each other allowing for less side load torque on each
gang and tearing of the turf during turns.
Spoon gang greasing
Storage stands
Each gang has a grease zerk for smooth rotation.
Each corner has a storage stand to aid in off the ground storing, as well as aiding in
hooking to the tractor.
Spoon spacing – forward travel
Sq. foot aeration
7" Spacing in forward travel offers optimum aeration.
4 Cores per sq. ft. on 72" unit, and 6 cores per sq. ft. on 60".
Optional Water Tanks
Easily add up to 490 lbs. to the 60" and 600 lbs. to the 72" to aid in compacted soil
conditions. Can easily reduce weight by draining tank incrementally. Water tanks are
safer due to precise fit and fastening vs. stacking inconsistent sized objects and
difficulty in uniform fastening.
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Section 8: Troubleshooting
Section 8: Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Spoons bending sideways.
Raise the Core Aerator so the spoons are not engaged in the ground before
attempting to turn
Bending frame and or spoons
Spoons won’t go into ground
Do not operate the Core Aerator on concrete, asphalt, or blacktop. Do not run
over solid objects such as tree stumps, rocks, curbs, etc.
Make sure the 3-point has not been lowered to the ground.
Extra weight may need to be added to the frame (refer to adding weight in
operating instructions). Do not allow Riders for extra weight!
There may not be enough moisture in the ground
The spoons may be clogged due to improper cleaning from the previous use.
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Section 9: Torque Values Chart
Section 9: Torque Values Chart
Torque Values Chart For Common Bolt Size
Bolt He a d Id e ntific a tion
Bolt He a d Id e ntific a tion
8.8
10.9
5.8
Bolt Size
(Inc he s)
Bolt Size
(Me tric )
Class 5.8
Class 8.8
Class 10.9
Grade 2
Grade 5
3
Grade 8
1
2
in-tpi
N·m ft-lb
N·m ft-lb N·m ft-lb
mm x pitch N·m ft-lb N·m ft-lb N·m ft-lb
1/4" - 20
7.4
8.5
15
5.6
11
8
16
12
M 5 X 0.8
4
3
6
5
9
7
1/4" - 28
5/16" - 18
5/16" - 24
3/8" - 16
3/8" - 24
7/16" - 14
7/16" - 20
1/2" - 13
1/2" - 20
9/16" - 12
9/16" - 18
5/8" - 11
5/8" - 18
3/4" - 10
3/4" - 16
7/8" - 9
6
13
10
18
14
M 6 X 1
7
5
11
8
15
11
11
24
17
33
25
M 8 X 1.25
M 8 X 1
17
12
26
19
36
27
17
13
26
19
37
27
18
13
28
21
39
29
27
20
42
31
59
44
M10 X 1.5
M10 X 0.75
M12 X 1.75
M12 X 1.5
M12 X 1
33
24
52
39
72
53
31
22
47
35
67
49
39
29
61
45
85
62
43
32
67
49
95
70
58
42
91
67
125
130
145
200
l215
315
335
405
485
610
900
93
49
36
75
55
105
145
165
210
235
285
325
510
570
820
905
78
60
44
95
70
97
66
49
105
115
150
165
205
230
360
405
585
640
875
955
76
105
120
155
170
210
240
375
420
605
670
90
66
105
145
155
225
240
310
350
440
650
760
830
77
105
150
160
230
245
300
355
450
665
75
55
85
M14 X 2
92
68
105
115
165
180
230
260
325
480
560
610
95
70
110
120
150
170
265
295
430
475
645
705
M14 X 1.5
M16 X 2
99
73
105
130
150
235
260
225
250
340
370
480
540
680
750
890
79
145
155
195
220
280
310
480
525
960
105
115
145
165
205
230
355
390
705
97
M16 X 1.5
M18 X 2.5
M18 X 1.5
M20 X 2.5
M20 X 1.5
M24 X 3
110
170
190
165
185
250
275
355
395
500
555
655
7/8" - 14
1" - 8
1050 780
1150 845
1230 910
1350 995
1750 1290
1960 1440
M24 X 2
1" - 12
M30 X 3.5
M30 X 2
1510 1120 2100 1550
1680 1240 2320 1710
1-1/8" - 7
1 1/8" - 12
1 1/4" - 7
1 1/4" - 12
1 3/8" - 6
1 3/8" - 12
1 1/2" - 6
1 1/2" - 12
1080 795
1210 890
1060 785
M36 X 3.5
1730 1270 2650 1950 3660 2700
1880 1380 2960 2190 4100 3220
1520 1120 2460 1820
1680 1240 2730 2010
1990 1470 3230 2380
2270 1670 3680 2710
2640 1950 4290 3160
2970 2190 4820 3560
M36 X 2
1
in-tpi = nominal thread diameter in inches-threads per inch
N· m = newton-meters
2
3
4
1010 745
1180 870
1330 980
ft-lb= foot pounds
mm x pitch = nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread
pitch
Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.
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Section 10: Warranty
Section 10: Warranty
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
Water Tanks: One year Parts and Labor
Spoons: Considered wear items
This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land Pride
and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part, and does not cover
common wear items such as blades, belts, tines, etc. Land Pride reserves the right
to inspect any equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in
material or workmanship.
This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride’s
judgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal
maintenance or care, or which has been repaired or altered in a way which
adversely affects its performance or reliability, or which has been used for a
purpose for which the product is not designed. Misuse also specifically includes
failure to properly maintain oil levels, grease points, and driveline shafts.
Claims under this Warranty must be made to the dealer which originally sold
the product and all warranty adjustments must be made through such dealer. Land
Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at
any time without notice.
This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damages
of any kind, direct, consequential, or contingent to property. Furthermore, Land
Pride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond its
reasonable control. This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops, any expense
or loss for labor, supplies, rental machinery or for any other reason.
No other warranty of any kind whatsoever, express or implied, is made
with respect to this sale; and all implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in this
written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale.
This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days from
the date of purchase by the end user.
Model Number ____________________
Serial Number ____________________
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