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Rear Blades
RB3772, RB3784, & RB3796

35450

301-457M
Operator’s Manual
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Model Number

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First Operation

Accessories

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication . . . . . 20
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Look for the Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Long-Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ordering Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Moldboard and Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Hitch Pivot Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Blade Pivot Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Section 6: Specifications & Capacities . . . . 22
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Section 7: Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . 23
Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Section 8: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Further Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Section 9: Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . 25
Section 1: Assembly & Set-up . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Section 10: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Torque Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Rear Blade Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3-Point Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Hydraulic Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Tractor Shutdown Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Section 2: Accessory Equipment Set-Up . . . 12
Hydraulic Angling Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Skid Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
End Plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Section 3: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Blade Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Blade Offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Blade Angling and Reversing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Blade Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Blade Pitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Section 4: Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . 16
Operating Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Inspection After Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Check Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Rear Blade Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Edge work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Ditch Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Backfilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Unhook Rear Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Basic Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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Important Safety Information


Listed below 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
Careful operation is your best The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard
assurance against an accident. to personal safety and extra precaution must be taken. When you
All operators, no matter how much see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
experience they may have, should follows it. Hazard control, and accident prevention are dependent
carefully read this manual and upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of
other related manuals before personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and
operating the power machine and storage of equipment.
this implement. Be Aware of Signal Words
 Thoroughly read and understand A signal word designates a degree or level of hazard seriousness. They are:
the “Safety Label” section. Read
all instructions noted on them.
! DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
 Do not operate the equipment
while under the influence of drugs ! WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
or alcohol, as they impair your result in death or serious injury.
ability to safely and properly ! CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result
operate the equipment. in minor or moderate injury.
 The operator should be familiar Be Aware of Special Notices
with all functions of the tractor and
attached implement, and be able Special notices are intended to point out important and helpful information that
to handle emergencies quickly. should be followed. They are usually placed inside a box. They are:
 Make sure all guards and shields IMPORTANT: Indicates that equipment or property damage could result if
appropriate for the operation are in instructions are not followed.
place and secured before NOTE: Indicates supplementary explanations that will be helpful when
operating the implement. using the equipment.
 Keep all bystanders away from
equipment and work area.
 Start tractor from the driver’s seat
with hydraulic controls in neutral. Safety Precautions for Tractor Shutdown & Storage
 Operate tractor and controls from Children  If engaged, disengage power
the driver’s seat only.
Tragedy can occur if the operator take-off.
 Never dismount from a moving is not alert to the presence of
tractor or leave tractor unattended  Park on solid, level ground and
children, Children generally are
with engine running. attracted to implements and their lower implement to ground or onto
work. support blocks.
 Do not allow anyone to stand
between the implement and  Put tractor in park or set park
 Never assume children will remain brake.
tractor while backing up to the where you last saw them.
implement.  Turn off engine and remove
 Keep children out of the work area ignition key to prevent
 Keep hands, feet, and clothing and under the watchful eye of a
away from power-driven parts. unauthorized starting.
responsible adult.
 While transporting and operating  Relieve all hydraulic pressure to
 Be alert and shut the implement auxiliary hydraulic lines.
equipment, watch out for objects and tractor down if children enter
overhead and along the sides the work area.  Wait for all components to stop
such as fences, trees, buildings, before leaving operator’s seat.
 Never carry children on the tractor
wires, etc.  Use steps, grab-handles and
or implement. There is not a safe
 Do not turn tractor so tight as to place for them to ride. They may anti-slip surfaces when stepping
cause hitched implement to ride fall off and be run over or interfere on and off the tractor.
up on the tractor’s rear wheel. with the control of the power
 Store implement in a safe and machine.
secure area where children  Never allow children to operate the
normally do not play. When power machine, even under adult
needed, secure implement against supervision.
falling with support blocks.
 Never allow children to play on the
power machine or implement. OFF REMO
VE
 Use extra caution when backing
up. Before the tractor starts to
move, look down and behind to
make sure the area is clear.

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Listed below are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products
described in this manual.

Use A Safety Chain Towing Safely Transport Safely


 A safety chain will help control  Comply with federal, state, and  Comply with federal, state, and
drawn machinery should it local laws. local laws.
separate from the tractor drawbar.
 Use towing vehicle and trailer of  Avoid contact with any overhead
 Use a chain with the strength adequate size and capacity. Secure utility lines or electrically charged
rating equal to or greater than the equipment towed on a trailer with conductors.
gross weight of the towed chocks, tie downs, and chains.
implement.  Engage park brake when stopped
 IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load on an incline.
 Attach the chain to the tractor that is more than double the weight
drawbar support or other specified  Maximum transport speed for an
of the vehicle towing the load. implement is 20 mph (32 km/h).
anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in the chain to  Sudden braking can cause a towed DO NOT EXCEED.
permit turning. trailer to swerve unexpectedly.  Never travel at a speed which does
Reduce speed if trailer is not not allow adequate control of
 Always hitch the implement to the equipped with brakes.
machine towing it. Do not use the steering and stopping. Some rough
safety chain to tow the implement. terrains require a slower speed.
Sudden braking can cause a towed
load to swerve and upset.
 Do not tow an implement that,
when fully loaded, weights more
than 1.5 times the weigh of towing
vehicle.

Tire Safety Practice Safe Maintenance  Disconnect battery ground cable (-)
 Tire changing  Understand procedure before doing before servicing or adjusting
can be work. Refer to the Operator’s electrical systems or before welding
dangerous Manual for additional information. on implement.
and must be  Work on a level surface in a clean  Inspect all parts. Make certain
performed by dry area that is well-lit. parts are in good condition &
trained personnel installed properly.
 Lower implement to the ground and
using the correct tools and follow all shutdown procedures  Replace parts on this implement
equipment. before leaving the operator’s seat to with genuine Land Pride parts only.
 Always properly match the wheel perform maintenance. Do not alter this implement in a way
size to the properly sized tire. which will adversely affect its
 Do not work under any hydraulically performance.
 Always maintain correct tire supported equipment. It can settle,
pressure. Do not inflate tires suddenly leak down, or be lowered  Do not grease or oil implement
above recommended pressures accidentally. If it is necessary to while it is in operation.
shown in the Operator’s Manual. work under the equipment,  Remove buildup of grease, oil, or
 When inflating tires, use a clip-on securely support it with stands or debris.
chuck and extension hose long suitable blocking beforehand.  Always make sure any material and
enough to allow you to stand to  Use properly grounded electrical waste products from the repair and
one side and NOT in front of or outlets and tools. maintenance of the implement are
over the tire assembly. Use a  Use correct tools and equipment for properly collected and disposed.
safety cage if available. the job that are in good condition.  Remove all tools and unused parts
 Securely support the implement  Allow equipment to cool before from equipment before operation.
when changing a wheel. working on it.  Do not weld or torch on galvanized
 When removing and installing metal as it will release toxic fumes.
wheels, use wheel handling
equipment adequate for the
weight involved.
 Make sure wheel bolts have been
tightened to the specified torque.

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Listed below are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products
described in this manual.

Prepare for Emergencies Wear Personal Protective Avoid High Pressure


 Be prepared if a fire starts. Equipment (PPE) Fluids
 Keep a first aid kit and fire  Wear protective clothing and  Escaping fluid
extinguisher handy. equipment appropriate for the job under pressure will
 Keep emergency numbers for such as safety shoes, safety, penetrate the skin or
doctor, ambulance, hospital, and glasses, hard hat, dust mask, eyes causing serious injury.
fire department near the phone. and ear plugs.  Relieve all residual pressure
 Clothing should fit snug without before disconnecting hydraulic
fringes and pull strings to avoid lines or performing work on the
entanglement with moving parts. hydraulic system.
 Prolonged exposure to loud noise  Make sure all hydraulic fluid
can cause hearing impairment or connections are properly
hearing loss. Wear suitable tightened/torqued and all
hearing protection such as hydraulic hoses and lines are in
earmuffs or earplugs. good condition before applying
 Operating a machine safely pressure to the system.
requires the operator’s full  Use a piece of paper or
attention. Avoid wearing cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS,
headphones while operating to check for suspected leaks.
equipment.  Wear protective gloves and
safety glasses or goggles when
working with hydraulic systems.
 DO NOT DELAY. If an accident
occurs, seek immediate
emergency medical care or
911 gangrene may result.

Use Safety Use Seat Belt and ROPS Keep Riders Off
Lights and Devices  Land Pride recommends the use Machinery
of a CAB or roll-over-protective-  Never carry riders on the tractor or
 A slow moving power machine structures (ROPS) and seat belt
can create a hazard when driven implement.
in almost all power machines.
on public roads. They are difficult Combination of a CAB or ROPS  Riders obstruct operator’s view
to see, especially at night. and seat belt will reduce the risk and interfere with the control of
 Flashing warning lights and turn of serious injury or death if the the power machine.
signals are recommended power machine should be upset.  Riders can be struck by objects or
whenever driving on public roads.  If ROPS is in the locked-up thrown from the equipment.
 For tractors and other agriculture position, fasten seat belt snugly  Never use the tractor or
equipment, a Slow Moving and securely to help protect implement to lift or transport
Vehicle (SMV) sign is required against serious injury or death riders.
when traveling on public roads. from falling and machine overturn.

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Listed below are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products
described in this manual.

Avoid Crystalline Silica  Be aware of and follow OSHA  If possible, change into disposable
(Quartz) Dust (or other local, State, or Federal) or washable work clothes at the
guidelines for exposure to airborne work site; shower and change into
Because crystalline silica is a basic crystalline silica. clean clothing before leaving the
component of sand and granite, work site.
many activities at construction sites  Know the work operations where
produce dust containing crystalline exposure to crystalline silica may  Do not eat, drink, use tobacco
silica. Trenching, sawing, and boring occur. products, or apply cosmetics in
of material containing crystalline  Participate in air monitoring or areas where there is dust containing
silica can produce dust containing training programs offered by the crystalline silica.
crystalline silica particles. This dust employer.  Store food, drink, and personal
can cause serious injury to the  Be aware of and use optional belongings away from the work
lungs (silicosis). equipment controls such as water area.
There are guidelines which should sprays, local exhaust ventilation,  Wash hands and face before eating,
be followed if crystalline silica and enclosed cabs with positive drinking, smoking, or applying
(quartz) is present in the dust. pressure air conditioning if the cosmetics after leaving the exposure
machine has such equipment. area.
Otherwise respirators shall be worn.
 Where respirators are required, wear
a respirator approved for protection
against crystalline silica containing
dust. Do not alter respirator in any
way. Workers who use tight-fitting
respirators can not have beards/
mustaches which interfere with the
respirator seal to the face.

Handle Dig Safe - Avoid


Chemicals Properly Underground Utilities
 Protective clothing should be  USA: Call 811
worn. CAN: digsafecanada.ca
 Handle all chemicals with care. Always contact your local utility
companies (electrical, telephone,
 Follow instructions on container gas, water, sewer, and others)
label. before digging so that they may
 Agricultural chemicals can be mark the location of any
dangerous. Improper use can underground services in the area.
seriously injure persons, animals,  Be sure to ask how close you can
plants, soil, and property. work to the marks they positioned.
 Inhaling smoke from any type of
chemical fire can be a serious
health hazard.
 Store or dispose of unused
chemicals as specified by the
chemical manufacturer.

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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Safety Labels specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components
make sure the correct safety labels are included in the
Your Rear Blade comes equipped with all safety labels in place. request.
They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. 4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.
Read and follow their directions. To install new labels:
1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible. a. Clean surface area where label is to be placed.
2. Refer to this section for proper label placement. Replace b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to
all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from your be placed.
nearest Land Pride dealer. To find your nearest dealer,
visit our dealer locator at www.landpride.com. c. Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface.
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as or with a similar type straight edge.

35451

70243
838-293C
Warning: Read Operator’s Manual
1 Place: On the three point hitch frame

70270
35451

818-202C
Caution: Falling Rake or Moldboard Hazard
1 Place: On the mainframe

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35451 70369

818-798C
Warning: Pinch Point Hazard
1 Place: On the three-point brace

35451 74505

818-487C
Danger: Crushing or Pinching Hazard
1 Place: On the mainframe

35451 70486

858-095C (RB3772 only)


Red Reflector: 2" x 4 1/2"
2 Places: On the back side of the moldboard

838-614C (RB3784 & RB3796 Only)


Red Reflector: 2" x 9"
2 Places: On the back side of the moldboard

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Introduction

Introduction
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new Owner Assistance
product owners. This Rear Blade has been designed with The dealer should complete the Online Warranty
care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Registration at the time of purchase. This information is
Proper assembly, maintenance, and safe operating necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from
this implement. The parts on your Rear Blade have been specially
designed by Land Pride and should only be replaced with
Application genuine Land Pride parts. Contact a Land Pride dealer if
The Land Pride RB37 Series Rear Blades with customer service or repair parts are required. Your Land
3-Way Positions (blade angle, blade tilt, and blade offset) Pride dealer has trained personnel, repair parts, and
are built tough from the ground up for leveling, finish equipment needed to service the implement.
grading, and backfilling applications at feedlots, outdoor Serial Number
arenas, building sites, nurseries, and maintenance
operations on farms, ranches, or home owner lanes, and For quick reference and prompt service, record model
roadways. They are excellent for snow removal in pulling and serial number on the inside cover page and again on
or push-blade mode. Their offset and tilt capability make the warranty page. Always provide model number and
them an excellent choice for construction and serial number when ordering parts and in all
maintenance of drainage ditches, waterways, soil correspondences with your Land Pride dealer. For
contours, and silage pit operations. location of your serial number plate, see Figure 1.

The RB37 Series come with a 17" (43 cm) high rolled 35451
moldboard in 72", 84", & 96" (183, 213, & 244 cm) widths
for attaching to tractors in the 35 to 80 hp (26.1-59.7 kW)
range with a Category l & ll 3-point hitch and is Quick
Hitch compatible.
They offer 7 forward blade angles, 3 reverse blade
angles, 5 blade tilt angles, and 7 blade offset positions to
cover either the right or left tractor tire track and to work
next to retaining walls, abutments, and curbing. The
folding park stand accommodates tractor hook-up,
unhooking, and storage. Available options and
accessories include end plates and skid shoes.
See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 22 and Serial Number Plate Location
“Features & Benefits” on page 23 for additional Figure 1
information and performance enhancing options.
Further Assistance
Using This Manual Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new Rear
• This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize Blade. If for any reason you do not understand any part of
you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments, this manual or are not satisfied with the service received,
troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manual the following actions are suggested:
and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe 1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service
and efficient operation. manager making sure that person is aware of any
• The information contained within this manual was problems you may have and has had the opportunity
current at the time of printing. Some parts may change to assist you.
slightly to assure you of the best performance. 2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or
• To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual, contact general manager of the dealership, explain the
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be question/problem, and request assistance.
downloaded, free-of-charge, from our website at 3. For further assistance write to:
www.landpride.com.
Terminology Land Pride Service Department
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by 1525 East North Street
the direction the operator faces while sitting in the P.O. Box 5060
operator’s seat looking forward unless otherwise stated. Salina, Ks. 67402-5060

E-mail address
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-up

Section 1: Assembly & Set-up


Tractor Requirements
! WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
Lightweight tractors with rear attached implements may need
weights added to the front to maintain steering control.
Consult your tractor Operator’s Manual to determine weight
requirements and maximum limitations.
Tractor horsepower and hitch category should be within
the range noted below.
Horsepower Rating . . . . . . . 35-80 hp (26.1-59.7 kW)
Hitch Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cat. I or ll

Torque Requirements
See “Torque Values Chart” on page 25 to determine
correct torque values when tightening hardware.

Rear Blade Assembly


! DANGER
To avoid serious injury or death:
Components falling from the implement can injure a person.
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Make certain all components are secured to the implement
before lifting it, and that the unit is properly supported on the 3-Way Rear Blade Assembly
ground before removing lifting device. Always keep feet and Figure 1-1
other extremities clear of areas where components can fall. 10. Clean excess grease and paint from around top of
Refer to Figure 1-1: blade pivot shaft (#8).
1. Remove packaged components, mainframe (#3), 11. If “Hydraulic Angling Kit” is not included, install
and park stand (#4) from shipping crate. drive pivot cap (#9) over pivot shaft (#8).
2. Attach park stand (#4) to mainframe (#3) with If “Hydraulic Angling Kit” is included, install
3/8"-16 x 3" GR5 bolt (#12) and flange locknut (#13). hydraulic angling plate (#4) shown in Figure 2-1 on
Draw locknut up snug, do not tighten. page 12 over pivot shaft (#8).
3. Rotate park stand (#4) down and secure with wire 12. Attach pivot cap (#6) to pivot shaft (#8) with
snap locking pin (#15). Make certain wire snap is 3/4"-10 GR5 bolt (#11). Tighten bolt to the correct
caught over end of pin to keep pin from working out. torque.
4. Remove hitch frame (#2) and moldboard (#7). 13. Insert 1" bent pin (#16) through holes “B” and “A”.
5. Remove bolt (#11), pivot cap (#6), and drive pivot cap
(#9) from pivot shaft (#8). ! WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
IMPORTANT: Remove paint from blade pivot shaft The implement is rear heavy if the hitch frame is not
and wipe grease from inside of mainframe pivot hole assembled to the mainframe and will flip over backward.
to make certain pivot shaft will fit into pivot hole. Secure mainframe from flipping over before working around
it.
6. Remove paint from blade pivot shaft (#8) and wipe
grease from inside of pivot hole “E”. 14. Remove hairpin cotter (#14) and pivot shaft (#1) from
7. Rotate mainframe (#3) counterclockwise until hitch frame (#2).
mainframe is parallel with moldboard and 15. Slide pivot hole “C” into pocket of Z-bracket (5B) and
Z-bracket (#5A) clears pivot plate (#10). then align hitch holes “G” with pivot tube hole “F”.
8. Lower rear pivot hole “E” over pivot shaft (#8) until 16. Insert pivot shaft (#1) through holes “G” & “F”. Secure
mainframe is fully resting on pivot plate (#10). pivot shaft with hairpin cotter (#14). Bend one or
9. Rotate mainframe until hole “A” in pivot plate (#10) is more legs of hairpin cotter to keep hairpin cotter from
aligned with hole “B” in mainframe. Make sure falling out.
Z-bracket (#5A) is caught under pivot plate (#10). 17. Align hitch hole “C” with bent pin hole “D” and insert
1" bent pin (#16).

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37298a
Cat. I & II Top Center Hitch Mounting Holes

Linchpin

Hitch Pin

Center
3-Point Link
Linchpin
Power
Take-off Shaft Hitch Pin
Quick Hitch
Drawbar Hook-up

Park Stand
3-Point
Lift Arms Cat. l Hook-Up

Cat. ll Hook-Up

Tractor 3-point Hitch


Figure 1-2

3-Point Hook-Up 1. Ensure lower 3-point lift arms are stabilized to


Refer to Figure 1-2: prevent excessive side movement.
2. Slowly back tractor up to align the lower 3-point lift
! DANGER arms with the implement’s Cat. I or Cat. II clevises.
To avoid serious injury or death: 3. Shut tractor down according to “Tractor Shutdown
Always check all blade hardware for tightness before moving Procedure” on page 11.
or working around the unit. Make sure moldboard pivot and 4. Insert lower hitch pins through the clevis hitch and
tilt retaining hardware is tightened to the correct torque. The lower 3-point arms. Secure hitch pins with linchpins.
moldboard can fall from the its pivot mount or tilt mount if (Hitch pins and linchpins are customer supplied.)
retaining hardware is loose or missing. 5. If using a Cat. II hitch, insert a 1" bushing in the
tractor’s center 3-point link. Connect the center link to
! WARNING the implement’s center hitch holes with a 3/4" clevis
To avoid serious injury or death: pin. Secure hitch pin with a linchpin. Clevis pin,
bushing, and linchpin are customer supplied.
• Lightweight tractors with rear attached implements may
need weights added to the front to maintain steering control. 6. Using the tractor’s three-point lift control lever, lift the
Consult your tractor Operator’s Manual to determine Rear Blade up until the park stand is off the ground
weight requirements and maximum limitations. approximately 1 or 2 inches.
• Always shut tractor down according to “Tractor Shutdown 7. Shut tractor down according to “Tractor Shutdown
Procedure” provided in this manual before allowing anyone Procedure” on page 11.
including the operator to hook up or unhook the implement. 8. Rotate park stand up to transport position and secure
with wire retaining pin. Make sure wire retainer is
NOTE: Customer to supply necessary hardware for caught over the end of the pin.
hooking-up with a Quick Hitch. See your nearest
Land Pride dealer for assistance. 9. Manually adjust one of the two lower lift arms up or
down to level the blade from left to right.
10. Manually adjust length of top center link to level the
blade from front to rear.

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Hydraulic Hook-Up Tractor Shutdown Procedure


Refer to Figure 2-1 on page 12: The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures.
Follow these procedures and any additional shutdown
! WARNING procedures provided in your tractor Operator’s Manual
To avoid serious injury or death: before leaving the operator’s seat.
Never fully extend or retract the hydraulic cylinder(s) without 1. Reduce engine speed and disengage power take-off
first checking to make sure the implement does not make if engaged.
contact with the tractor tires. Extending implement into the 2. Park tractor and implement on level, solid ground.
tractor tires can result in loss of control and damage to the
implement and/or tractor. 3. Lower implement until it is flat on the ground or on
non-concrete support blocks.
IMPORTANT: The bent pin must be removed before 4. Put tractor in park or set park brake, turn off engine,
angling the blade with hydraulics. Not removing it and remove ignition key to prevent unauthorized
can damage the Rear Blade. starting.
5. Relieve all hydraulic pressure to auxiliary hydraulic
NOTE: See instructions on page 12 if installing the lines.
“Hydraulic Angling Kit”. 6. Wait for all components to come to a complete stop
1. Make sure bent pin (#12) has been removed. before leaving the operator’s seat.
2. Connect hydraulic hoses (#18 & #19) to the tractor. 7. Use steps, grab-handles and anti-slip surfaces when
stepping on and off the tractor.
3. Raise blade off the ground and operate cylinder lever
slowly to angle the blade back and forth and to verify
that the blade will not make contact with the tractor.
4. Continue to cycle the hydraulic cylinder until it has
been purged of all air in it. (Cylinder rod will move
smoothly when purged.)

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Section 2: Accessory Equipment Set-Up


Hydraulic Angling Kit IMPORTANT: Attach cylinder base to the front
Refer to Figure 2-1: cylinder mount. The base will interfere with the
This Hydraulic Angling Kit can be easily attached to the mainframe if attached to rear cylinder mount. (#8).
RB37 Series Rear Blades to make blade angling easy
with tractor hydraulic control lever. 5. Position hydraulic cylinder (#15) with ports on top
and cylinder base facing forward. Attach rod end of
Kit Bundle hydraulic cylinder to angling plate (#4) with 6 1/4"
301-404A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KIT, RB37 HYDRAULIC ANGLE (16 cm) long clevis pin (#14), cylinder spacer (#7),
and clevis pin (#14). Secure clevis pin with cotter pins
! DANGER (#1B). Bend cotter pin legs around clevis pin (#14).
To avoid serious injury or death: 6. Remove port plugs from hydraulic cylinder and pull
Do not remove hardware securing blade pivot cap without hydraulic cylinder (#15) forward until hole in base end
supporting underside of blade. The blade will fall if not is in alignment with front mounting lug hole.
supported. 7. Secure hydraulic cylinder to front mounting lug with
1. Support rear blade by lowering unit to the ground. If clevis pin (#2A) and cotter pins (#1A). Bend cotter pin
unhooked from a tractor, make sure park stand is legs around clevis pin (#2A).
rotated down and secured. 8. Screw elbows (#9A & #9B) into cylinder ports and
2. Skip to step 3 is angling plate (#4) is installed. If not, tighten with elbows facing forward.
continue with steps a & b below: 9. Attach adapter fittings (#16) to one end of hydraulic
a. Remove bolt (#11), retainer cap (#3), and drive hoses (#18 & #19) and tighten.
pivot cap (#6). Keep bolt (#11) and retainer 10. Quick disconnect couplings are not provided. Attach
cap (#3) for reuse. Store drive pivot cap (#6). customer supplied quick disconnect couplings (#17)
b. Attach hydraulic angling plate (#4) to pivot to adapter fittings (#16) and tighten.
shaft (#5) with pivot cap (#3) and 3/4"-10 GR5 11. Tighten short hydraulic hose (#18) to elbow (#9A).
bolt (#11). Do not tighten bolt (#11) at this time. 12. Tighten long hydraulic hose (#19) to elbow (#9B).
3. If not loose, loosen bolt (#11) and insert 1"-8 x 7 1/2"
long GR5 bolt (#10) through angle plate (#4) and IMPORTANT: 13The bent pin must be removed
pivot plate (#8). Secure bolt (#10) with hex flange top before angling the blade with hydraulics. Not
locknut (#12) and tighten to the correct torque. removing it can damage the Rear Blade.
4. Supplied with hydraulic cylinder (#15) are two clevis 13. Remove bent pin (#13) and store with pivot cap (#6).
pins (#2A & #2B) and four cotter pins (#1A & #2A).
Store only clevis pin (#2B) with pivot cap (#6).

35454

Hydraulic Blade Angling Accessory Kit


Figure 2-1

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35456

End Plate Assembly


35455 Figure 2-3
Skid Shoes
Figure 2-2
End Plates
Kit Bundle (Pair of End Plates)
Skid Shoes 301-010A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . END PLATE KIT
Kit Bundle (Pair of skid shoes)
301-333A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SKID SHOE ASSEMBLY Refer to Figure 2-3:
Refer to Figure 2-2: End Plates can be attached to both ends of moldboard to
Skid Shoes (#1) can be attached to both ends of help contain material while moving material from one
moldboard to help prevent cutting blade from damaging a location to another.
surface being cleared by the blade. 1. Attach end plate (#1) to moldboard (#2) as shown
1. Remove existing hex flange locknuts (#7) and with two 1/2"-13 x 1 1/2" GR5 hex head cap
1 3/4" (19 mm) long plow bolts (#4) on one end of screws (#3), spring lock washers (#5), and hex
moldboard (#3). nuts (#4). Tighten hardware to the correct torque.
2. Attach skid shoe mount (#2) to moldboard (#3) with 2. Repeat step 1 for opposite end of moldboard (#3).
two 5/8"-11 x 2 1/2" GR5 plow bolts (#5), flat
washers (#8), lock washers (#9), and hex nuts (#6).
Tighten hex nuts to the correct torque.
3. Insert skid shoe (#1) into skid shoe mount (#2) and
secure with bent pin (#10) and hairpin cotter (#11).
4. Repeat steps 1-3 above for the opposite end of
moldboard (#3).

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Section 3: Adjustments
Blade Adjustments 5. Hold bent pin up and rotate mainframe (#2)
clockwise or counterclockwise up to 45o in 15o
Safety Alerts increments.

! WARNING 6. Once mainframe (#2) is rotated to the preferred


angle, push bent pin (#3) fully down into one of the
To avoid serious injury or death: turntable holes to lock mainframe in place.
• Avoid injury from a falling blade. Always check to make 7. See “Blade Angling and Reversing” on this page if
sure all hardware is secured before adjusting the blade. the blade needs to be angled to operator preference.
• Do not come in contact with turntables or stick objects into
the turntable holes while adjusting the unit’s angle. Doing 35458

so can pinch or shear body extremities and objects.


• Never fully extend or retract the hydraulic cylinder(s)
without first checking to make sure the implement does not
make contact with the tractor tires. Extending implement
into the tractor tires can result in loss of control and damage
to the implement and/or tractor.

IMPORTANT: The implement must be hitched to a


tractor and raised off the ground several inches to
make the following adjustments.

35457

Blade Angling & Reversing


Figure 3-2

Blade Angling and Reversing


The Rear Blade can be angled manually and reversed by
rotating it 180o manually for backfilling.

IMPORTANT: Never fully extend or retract the


hydraulic cylinder(s) without first checking to make
sure the implement does not make contact with the
Blade Offset Angling
Figure 3-1
Refer to Figure 3-2:
Blade Offset Seven holes are provided for angling the blade up to 45o
Refer to Figure 3-1: when traveling forward.
The blade may be offset to the right in 15o increments up 1. Read and follow all “Safety Alerts” on this page.
to 45o in either direction for a maximum offset of
2. Remove bent pin (#2) from hole in mainframe.
26" (66 cm) left or right.
3. Rotate blade (#1) the desired angle and reinsert bent
1. Read and follow all “Safety Alerts” above. pin (#2).
2. The Rear Blade must be hitched to a tractor and Reversing
raised off the ground several inches.
Refer to Figure 3-2:
3. Rotate handle of bent pin (#3) 90o to the frame.
Three holes are provided for angling the blade up to 30o
NOTE: To adjust blade offset, bent pin (#3) must be when traveling in reverse.
fully out of hole in hitch turntable (#1). 1. Read and follow all “Safety Alerts” on this page.
4. With handle rotated 90o, pull bent pin (#3) up until pin 2. Pull bent pin (#2) pin from mainframe.
is out of hole in hitch turntable (#1). 3. Rotate blade 180o and then reinsert bent pin (#2).

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Blade Tilt
Refer to Figure 3-3:
Five holes are provided for tilting end of blade up or down
by as much as 15 degrees in 7 1/2 degree increments.

! WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
Do not tilt the blade when backfilling. Tilting the blade to
backfill can result in lost of control and damage the unit.
1. Read and follow all “Safety Alerts” on page 14.
2. The Rear Blade must be hitched to a tractor and
raised off the ground high enough to make this
adjustment.
3. Rotate handle of bent pin (#2) up and pull pin out.
4. Tilt blade to desired angle and reinsert bent pin.
Rotate handle down to secure bent pin in place.
Make sure roll pin in bent pin is caught behind slot in
rear plate.
Blade Pitch
Refer to Figure 1-2 on page 10:
The angle the blade enters the ground or “Blade Pitch” Slot in Rear Plate
may be adjusted to increase or decrease the blade’s
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ability to dig into the soil.
Blade Tilt
1. Read and follow all “Safety Alerts” on page 14.
Figure 3-3
2. Blade pitch can be adjusted by lengthening or
shortening the tractor’s top center 3-point link.
Increasing blade pitch will increase its ability to dig.
a. When traveling forward, lengthen center 3-point
link to increase blade pitch and shorten center
3-point link to decrease blade pitch.
b. The opposite is true when backfilling. Shorten
center 3-point link to increase blade pitch and
lengthen center 3-point link to decrease blade
pitch.

IMPORTANT: To help protect the Rear Blade from


damage while backfilling, lengthen the center 3-
point link to decrease blade pitch until blade moves
across the top of the ground without forcing itself into
the soil.

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Section 4: Operating Procedures


Operating Checklist ! WARNING
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper To avoid serious injury or death:
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and • Do not use implement to lift objects; to pull objects such as
maintenance of the Rear Blade. Therefore, it is fence posts, stumps, etc; or to push objects. The unit is not
absolutely essential that no one operates the blade designed or guarded for these uses.
unless they have read, fully understood, and are totally • Operate only power machines equipped with a certified
familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make sure the Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) and seat belt. Keep
operator has paid particular attention to: folding ROPS in the “locked up” position when
• Important Safety Information, pages 1 to 5 appropriate. If ROPS is in the locked up position, fasten seat
belt snugly and securely to help protect against serious
• Section 1: Assembly & Set-up, page 9 injury or death from falling and machine overturn.
• Section 2: Accessory Equipment Set-Up, page 12 • Make sure hydraulic hoses are properly routed without
• Section 3: Adjustments, page 14 twists to prevent becoming stretched, pinched, or kinked. A
• Section 4: Operating Procedures, page 16 damaged hydraulic hose can burst and leak hydraulic fluid.
• Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication, page 20 • Hydraulic fluid under high pressure will penetrate the skin
or eyes causing serious injury. Wear protective gloves and
Before beginning to operate your Rear Blade the safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic
following inspection should be performed. systems. Use a piece of cardboard or wood, rather than
hands, when searching for leaks. If an accident occurs, seek
Operating Checklist immediate emergency medical care or gangrene may result.
 Check Reference DO NOT DELAY.
Make sure all safety labels are in their proper
location and in good readable condition.
Page 6 • Never carry riders on the implement or tractor. Riders can
obstruct the operator’s view, interfere with controls, be
Check 3-point hook-up procedure. Be sure all pins Page 10 pinched by moving components, become entangled in
have been installed and are secured.
rotating components, struck by objects, thrown about, fall
All blade adjustments have been made and pins page 14
have been installed and are secured. off and be run over, etc.
The operator has read and understood how to Page 19 • Always shut tractor down according to “Tractor Shutdown
operate the blade. Procedure” provided in this manual before allowing anyone
Read and follow all Lubrication Instructions. Page 21 including the operator to hook up or unhook the implement.
Refer to the section on “Lubrication Points”.
Check initially and periodically for loose bolts and Page 25
• Allow only persons to operate this implement who have
pin connections. Make sure all hardware is tight fully read and comprehended this manual, and who have
and that worn or damaged hardware is replaced been properly trained in the safe operation of this
with properly rated hardware. Refer to the “Torque implement. Serious injury or death can result from the
Values Chart” for torque values.
inability to read, understand, and follow instructions
Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is Tractor
in good working condition. Manual provided in this manual.
• When using the park stand, make sure it is fully down with
General Safety wire retaining pin fully inserted and wire retainer over end
of pin. If not, the implement could fall.
! DANGER • Never fully extend or retract the hydraulic cylinder(s)
To avoid serious injury or death: without first checking to make sure the implement does not
• Always check all blade hardware for tightness before make contact with the tractor tires. Extending implement
moving or working around the unit. Make sure moldboard into the tractor tires can result in loss of control and damage
pivot and tilt retaining hardware is tightened to the correct to the implement and/or tractor.
torque. The moldboard can fall from the its pivot mount or • Always dress to stay warm in cold weather. Never allow
tilt mount if retaining hardware is loose or missing. body or extremities to become too cold. Use a cab to provide
• Always keep a safe distance from obstructions. The protection against the cold. Go inside a heated area to
implement can extend beyond tractor tires and makes a wide warm-up when getting too cold.
swinging pattern when turning. Never hit solid objects with • Avoid catching hydraulic hoses on brush, posts, tree limbs,
the implement as this can damage property and cause the and other protrusions that could damage and/or break them.
tractor to pivot violently resulting in loss of control.

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• Never make contact with underground utilities such as 5. Tilt end of blade closest to the tractor tire fully down
electrical power lines, gas lines, phone lines, etc. They can and repeat step 3 above.
cause serious injury or death from electrocution, explosion, 6. Return “Blade Offset”, “Blade Angling and
or fire. Always call 811 (USA) or local utility companies Reversing” and “Blade Tilt” to center position.
before digging so that they can mark the location of
underground services in the area. For contact information, 7. Angle blade as far as possible towards the left rear
see Dig Safe in the “Important Safety Information” starting tractor tire and repeat steps 2 through 6
on page 1.
Transporting
• 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
! DANGER
of sand and granite, many activities at construction sites To avoid serious injury or death:
produce dust containing crystalline silica. Trenching, Always keep a safe distance from obstructions. The implement
sawing, and boring of material containing crystalline silica can extend beyond tractor tires and makes a wide swinging
can produce dust containing crystalline silica. pattern when turning. Never hit solid objects with the
implement as this can damage property and cause the tractor
IMPORTANT: Do not hitch implement to a tractor to pivot violently resulting in loss of control.
rated outside the recommended horsepower range.
Doing so can bend and/or break the implement. ! WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
IMPORTANT: Be careful when working areas where
obstructions can be hidden. Always mark potential
• When traveling on roadways, travel in such a way that
other vehicles may pass you safely. Always use LED lights,
hazards with a visible flag. Travel slowly through high
clean reflectors, and a slow moving vehicle sign that is
risk areas and be prepared to stop immediately
visible from the back to warn operators in other vehicles of
should implement make contact with a solid object.
your presence. Always comply with all federal, state, and
local laws.
Inspection After Hook-Up
Make the following inspections after attaching Rear Blade • Make sure implement does not block tractor’s Slow Moving
to the tractor: Vehicle (SMV) sign when transporting on a public road. If
operators in vehicles approaching from the back cannot
1. Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in easily see the sign, then install one on the implement that is
good working condition. visible to warn of your presence.
2. Make sure all blade components are properly • Transport with implement centered behind the tractor. An
lubricated. See “Lubrication Points” on page 21. implement offset to one side can extend beyond the tractor
3. Check clearances between blade and tractor tire which creates a a higher risk of hitting traffic and other
throughout the range of all blade motions. See obstructions.
“Check Clearances” on page 17 for detailed 1. Do not operate tractor with weak brakes or worn tires.
instructions. 2. Transport on roadways with blade centered behind
the tractor to minimize blade overhang.
Check Clearances
1. With Rear Blade hitched to a tractor, raise blade off 3. Select a safe ground speed when transporting from
the ground and angle blade as far as possible one area to another and be sure to reduce speed
towards the right rear tractor tire. Refer to “Blade when turning.
Angling and Reversing” on page 14 for instructions. 4. When turning, leave enough clearance so the blade
2. Offset blade to align end of blade with the tractor’s does not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees,
right rear tire. Refer to “Blade Offset” on page 14 for or fences.
instructions. 5. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
3. Slowly raise 3-point lift arms fully up and down to that faster moving vehicles may pass safely. A slow
make sure blade does not make contact with tractor moving vehicle sign should be properly displayed
tire, drawbar, and any other equipment on the tractor. when traveling on public roads or right-of-ways.
a. Move or remove drawbar if it interferes with blade. 6. Slow down if traveling on a wet slick road.
b. Set tractor control lever stop to restrict lifting 7. Shift to a lower gear when traveling over rough or hilly
height if blade interferes with tractor tire. terrain and when going downhill.
4. Tilt end of blade closest to the tractor tire fully up and
repeat step 3 above. Refer to “Blade Tilt” on page 15
for instructions.

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Rear Blade Functions Backfilling


Backfilling is a process where the operator turns the
IMPORTANT: The warranty shall not apply to blade around 180o and pushes the product while
damage caused by misuse, abuse, or contact with backing-up. Be careful not to overstress the Rear Blade
obstructions. while backfilling as load forces on the blade and frame
increase when backing up. To help protect the Rear
NOTE: Place grade stakes if you intend to develop Blade from damage, lengthen tractor’s center top link
a specific grade or soil level. until the blade will move across the top of the ground
without forcing itself into the soil, adjust offset to be
Grading straight behind the tractor and set blade angle at 90o
Pivot moldboard to the desired angle, lower blade to the (perpendicular to the mainframe). Keep load in the center
ground and set tractor’s draft-link height control to the of the blade and not on the end of the blade. Don’t ram a
desired position. Proceed forward at a speed of no more load with the blade and always operate at slow speeds
than 2 to 4 mph. The blade should immediately begin when backing-up. Be ready to stop immediately if a solid
shaving the surface. object is hit. Removing snow while backing-up is
especially dangerous as snow can hide solid objects and
A blade full of material can be raised slightly so that
there is a tendency to drive too fast to get the snow
material can flow out evenly under the blade to effectively
removal job done. High speeds multiply forces exerted on
shave off high spots and fill in potholes or depressions.
the Rear Blade.
Loose soil can be smoothed out by pushing the soil with
the back of the moldboard while backing-up.
Unhook Rear Blade
Edge work
If blade is wide enough, material close to fences, ! WARNING
buildings, and other obstructions can be graded by To avoid serious injury or death:
offsetting the moldboard to the right or left beyond the When using the park stand, make sure it is fully down with wire
tractor tire. Make certain end of blade is visible to the retaining pin fully inserted and wire retainer over end of pin.
operator. Always keep a safe distance away from If not, the implement could fall.
obstructions, drive slowly when passing by them, and
stay clear of them when turning. Always be aware that the Unhook Rear Blade from tractor as follows:
blade will make a wide swinging pattern in a turn and 1. Park on a level solid hard surface. Place tractor gear
always be ready to stop immediately to keep from hitting selector in park and set park brake.
an obstruction. Never hit an obstruction as this can 2. Rotate park stand down and secure with wire
damage the blade and/or obstruction. retaining pin. Make sure retainer is hooked over pin.
Ditch Work 3. Lower blade and park stand onto level ground or onto
The Rear Blade is good for making V-type ditches. Tilt blocks supporting the unit just above ground.
one end of the moldboard down to the desired ditching 4. Shut tractor engine off and remove key.
angle. Offset that end to be in line with the tractor’s rear
tire and pivot the other end of the moldboard back away 5. If needed, adjust length of upper center 3-point link
from the tractor’s other rear tire. The combined offset until hitch pin can be removed from hitch frame.
angle and pivot angle should be between 45o and 60o. 6. Remove linchpins from lower hitch pins and pull hitch
pins out.
Operate the tractor at slow speeds when cleaning a ditch
or removing snow. Be careful not to hit hidden solid 7. Move lower 3-point arms out of the way and reinstall
objects that can damage the Rear Blade. Always be hitch pins, linchpins and hairpin cotters in the Rear
ready to stop immediately. Remember, the lighter the Blade hitch frame for storage.
blade load, the easier it is for the tractor to damage the 8. Refer to “Long-Term Storage” instructions on page
blade when hitting solid objects. 20 if Rear Blade is being stored for a long time.
Fill ditches by offsetting the blade beyond the tractor
wheel to keep the tractor out of the ditch. Angle blade to
move dirt towards and into the ditch while traveling
forward. Set blade depth as needed (see “Grading”
instructions on this page when setting blade depth).

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Basic Operating Instructions If you have the blade set at a horizontal angle, the shaved
or accumulated material will begin to move outward
1. Thoroughly inspect the work area for buried utility
toward the trailing edge of the blade. The greater the
cables, pipelines, sprinkler heads, and any
angle the more quickly the shaved material will be
unforeseen objects. Mark any potential hazards.
distributed off to the side. If it is necessary to work up next
2. Place grade stakes if you intend to develop a specific to a foundation, abutment, or raised curb, you my want to
grade or soil level. offset the blade so that the outside edge is beyond the
3. Adjust blade to the desired angle, tilt, and offset outer edge of the tractor tire. Back-filling operations may
positions before lowering blade to the ground. be more easily performed by reversing the blade and
operating the tractor in reverse or commonly called the
4. Lower blade to ground and proceed forward at a push mode. Be careful not to overstress the Rear Blade
speed of no more than 2 to 4 mph. The blade should while back-filling as load forces on the blade and frame
immediately begin shaving the soil surface. increase while backing-up.
5. Set tractor’s draft-link height control lever to the
desired grade position. If blade is set at a 90 degree If you are performing construction of soil contours or
angle to the direction of travel, it may be necessary to waterways, you will probably need to set a tilt angle on
raise the blade slightly so that dirt and gravel can flow the blade to achieve the desired effect. If you are grading
out evenly under the blade as it shaves off high spots or cutting a new ditch bank or forming a road crown, you
and fills in potholes or depressions. will probably want to offset the blade in combination with
setting an appropriate tilt angle. This again will likely
General Operating Instructions require some experimentation to gain desired results.
Snow removal techniques with a blade will be very similar
Once you have familiarized yourself with the Operator’s to dirt working techniques and will require a little
Manual, completed operations checklist, and properly experimentation to become proficient.
attached your Land Pride Rear Blade to your tractor, you
are almost ready to begin work. Hopefully you have With a little practice you should become a very good Rear
checked out your work site for any buried utility cables, Blade operator and consistently achieve the desired
pipelines, sprinkler heads, or other obstacles that you results you expect with your Land Pride RB37 Series
wouldn’t want to damage or encounter. Grade stakes Rear Blade.
should now be in place if you intend to develop a specific See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 22 and
grade, elevation, soil contour, or roadbed crown. “Features & Benefits” on page 23 for additional
The Rear Blade’s primary purpose is for grading or information and performance enhancing options.
leveling of soil, gravel, or aggregate in the warmer
months or snow removal in the colder months. These
functions are best done at an approximate 2 to 4 mph
ground speed. Becoming proficient with a Rear Blade
takes practice.
Tractor horsepower, your personal skill level, soil or
aggregate composition, moisture levels, and compaction
factors will all have a definite impact on how easily and
effectively you get the job done. Develop a plan to
achieve your expected results. Set the blade up at the
proper angle or angles to do the job. This may require
some experimentation to achieve the desired results.
Lower Rear Blade to the ground and proceed forward at
a speed of no more than 2 to 4 mph. The blade should
immediately begin shaving the soil surface and dirt or
aggregate material. Set the tractor’s draft-link height
control in the desired position. With blade angle set at 90
degrees, you may need to raise the blade slightly so that
the dirt or gravel can flow out evenly under the blade
while effectively shaving off high spots and filling in
potholes or depressions. Skid shoes on the
Rear Blade can help maintain a consistent blade height.

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Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication

Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication


Maintenance Long-Term Storage
Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life Clean, inspect, service, and make necessary repairs to
of any implement. With careful inspection and routine the implement when storing it for long periods and at the
maintenance, you can avoid costly downtime and repair. end of the season. This will help ensure the unit is ready
for field use the next time you hook-up to it.
The parts on your Rear Blade have been specially
designed and should only be replaced with genuine 1. Clean off any dirt and grease that may have
Land Pride parts. Do not alter the blade in a way which accumulated on the Rear Blade and then wash
will adversely affect its performance. surfaces thoroughly with a garden hose.
1. Check all bolts after using the unit for several hours to 2. Inspect blade for loose, damaged, or worn parts and
be sure they are tight. Replace any worn, damaged, hardware. Adjust or replace parts as needed with
or illegible safety labels by obtaining new labels from genuine Land Pride Parts.
your Land Discuss the matter with your dealership 3. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to
service manager making sure that person is aware of prevent rust. Ask your dealer for Aerosol Land Pride
any problems you may have and has had the touch-up paint. Paint is also available in touch-up
opportunity to assist you. bottles with brush, quarts, and gallon sizes by adding
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or TU, QT, or GL to the end of the Aerosol part number.
general manager of the dealership, explain the Replace all damaged or missing decal.
problem, and request assistance.
Land Pride Aerosol Touch-up Paint
! DANGER Part No. Part Description
To avoid serious injury or death:
821-011C PAINT LP BEIGE SPRAY CAN
• Always secure equipment with solid, non-concrete supports 821-058C PAINT GREEN SPRAY CAN
before working under it. Never go under equipment
821-066C PAINT ORANGE SPRAY CAN
supported by concrete blocks or hydraulics. Concrete can
break, hydraulic lines can burst, and/or hydraulic controls 821-070C PAINT GP GLOSS BLACK SPRAY CAN
can be actuated even when power to the hydraulics is off.
4. Lubricate as noted in “Lubrication Points” starting
• Always check all blade hardware for tightness before on page 21. A coating of oil or grease may be applied
moving or working around the unit. Make sure moldboard to the moldboard and blade to minimize oxidation.
pivot and tilt retaining hardware is tightened to the correct
torque. The moldboard can fall from the its pivot mount or 5. Store Rear Blade on a level surface in a clean, dry
tilt mount if retaining hardware is loose or missing. place. Inside storage will reduce maintenance and
increase the life of the unit.
! WARNING 6. Follow all unhooking instructions on page 18 when
disconnecting tractor from Rear Blade.
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Make sure controls are all in the neutral position or park Ordering Replacement Parts
before starting the power machine. Land Pride offers equipment in factory standard Beige
• Do not alter implement or replace parts on the implement with black highlights. This implement may also be
with other brands. Other brands may not fit properly or purchased in Orange, Green, or Red.
meet OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
specifications. They can weaken the integrity and impair the When ordering an optional color, the suffix number
safety, function, performance, and life of the implement. corresponding to the color must be added at the end of
Replace parts only with genuine OEM parts. the part number. Parts ordered without the suffix number
will be supplied in factory standard colors.
• Hydraulic fluid under high pressure will penetrate the skin
or eyes causing serious injury. Wear protective gloves and 81 . . . . . . . Green 83 . . . . . . . Black
safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic 82 . . . . . . . Orange
systems. Use a piece of cardboard or wood, rather than
hands, when searching for leaks. If an accident occurs, seek For example, if you are ordering a replacement part with
immediate emergency medical care or gangrene may result. part number 555-555C and the existing part is orange,
DO NOT DELAY. then add the suffix 82 to the end of the number to make
the part number read 555-555C82.

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Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication

Lubrication Points
Lubrication Multi-purpose
spray lube
Multi-purpose
grease lube
Multi-purpose
oil lube
50 Intervals in hours at which
lubrication is required
Legend Hrs

Seasonally

Moldboard and Blade


Grease moldboard and blade when storing for an
extended period of time.

Type of Lubrication: Multi-Purpose Grease


Quantity = Coat Generously

35450

25
Hours

Hitch Pivot Shaft

Type of Lubrication: Multi-Purpose Grease


Quantity = Until grease emerges

35460

25
Hours

Blade Pivot Shaft

Type of Lubrication: Multi-Purpose Grease


Quantity = Until grease emerges

35461

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Section 6: Specifications & Capacities

Section 6: Specifications & Capacities

Specification & Capacities


Model Nos. RB3772 RB3784 RB3796
Blade Width 71 1/2" (1.82m) 83 1/2" (2.12m) 95 1/2" (2.43m)
Approximate Weight 595 lbs. (269.9 kg) 630 lbs. (285.8 kg) 665 lbs. (301.6 kg)
Horsepower Rating 35-80 hp (26.1-59.7 kW)
Moldboard Height 17" (43.2cm)
Moldboard Thickness 5/16" (8mm)
Reinforced Blade Yes
Hitch Type Cat. l & ll Combination (Quick Hitch Adaptable)
Blade Angle Standard 7 Forward positions up to 45o clockwise and counterclockwise
(Manually) 3 Reverse positions up to 30o clockwise and counterclockwise

Hydraulically Any degree up to 45o forward and 30o in reverse.


Blade Offset Maximum 26" (66cm) left or right in 15o increments
Blade Tilt 7 Positions; Maximum 22.5o up and 22.5o down in 7 1/2o increments
Cutting Edge 1/2" x 6" (12mm x 152mm) Heat treated, Replaceable & Reversible (Double bevel)
Park Stand Folding
Accessories Hydraulic Blade Angling, Skid Shoes, and End Plates

38 1/4"
(.97m)

RB3772 = 71 1/2" (1.82m)


RB3784 = 83 1/2" (2.12m) 51 3/4" (1.31m)
RB3796 = 95 1/2" (2.43m)

35462

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Section 7: Features and Benefits

Section 7: Features and Benefits

Features & Benefits


Features Benefits
Warranty One year parts & labor. See warranty page for complete details.
Working widths (72", 84" & 96") Choice of three sizes to pick from.
(183 cm, 213 cm, & 244 cm)
35-80 hp (26.1-59.7 kW) rating Fits a wide variety of small tractors.
Quick Hitch Fits Land Pride Quick Hitch.
Blade angles left and right up to Allows operator to set the blade at many angles to complete different jobs with
45o in forward position and 30o in satisfactory results.
reverse position See Specifications for number of angles in forward and reverse positions.
Blade offsets left or Manually rotate main frame in 15o increments up to 45o to cover either tractor tire and
right up to 26" (66cm) to allow operators to work next to retaining walls, abutments, and curbing.
Blade tilts up or down up to 15o (5 positions: Center, 2 clockwise, and 2 counterclockwise) Allows operator to do
simple tasks such as putting a crown in the middle of a road to making V-type ditches.
17" (43.2cm) High moldboard Rolled moldboard allows material to flow easily, which means less drag, less hp.
17" (43.2cm) High moldboard for excellent capacity.
Reversible cutting edge For twice the life.
Park Stand Store unit with front of hitch off the ground, allows for easier hook-up.
Hydraulic Angling (Accessory) Allows operator to change blade angle from the tractor seat.
End Plates (accessory) End plates hold material in to be moved.
Skid Shoes (accessory) Help protect from hitting low obstructions by keeping the cutting edge off the ground.
Set skid shoes to clear obstructions like manhole covers and street cracks.

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Section 8: Troubleshooting

Section 8: Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Chart
Problem Cause Solution
Bent Hitch Frame and/or Hitting one or more solid objects. Check for solid objects before backfilling.
Mainframe While Backfilling Drive slow when in unknown conditions &
stop immediately at first sign of trouble.
Blade is digging too deep into the ground. Lengthen top center 3-point link until blade
quits digging in the ground.
Moldboard is offset. Align Moldboard so that it is straight.
Load on moldboard is not centered. Keep load in the center of the moldboard.
Bent Hitch Frame, Mainframe, Swinging the Rear Blade into a solid object Stay clear of solid objects while turning.
and/or Moldboard While Making while making a turn. Remember the back will make a wide
a Turn swinging pattern when turning.
Bent Moldboard The Moldboard could have a slight curve No solution required. Slight curve is
that developed during factory weld-up. acceptable and does not affect operation.
Hitting one or more solid objects that are Check for solid objects before operating.
hidden or not hidden in the ground. Drive slow when in unknown conditions &
stop immediately at first sign of trouble.
Hitting a solid object with the end of the Keep moldboard ends a safe distance away
moldboard. from solid objects. Manually remove the last
several inches of product away.
Blade Does Not Penetrate Soil Ground is too hard. Loosen soil with a Land Pride Scarifier.
Apply water to the surface or wait for a rain.
Blade cutting edge is too dull. Replace blade to get a new cutting edge.
Blade pitch is set too light. Lengthen top center 3-point link.
Blade Penetrates Soil Too Deep Ground is too soft Install Land Pride’s Skid Shoes.
When Traveling Forward. Blade pitch is set too excessive. Shorten top center 3-point link when
traveling forward.
Grading Is Not Level Tractor’s draft-link height control is lifting the Set draft-link height control to the proper
blade. cutting depth.
Moldboard Falls From the Moldboard retaining bolt is missing. Check Moldboard pivot bolt daily. Make sure
Mainframe it is properly tightened. Apply loctite if it
keeps coming loose. Replace missing bolt.

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Section 9: Torque Values Chart

Section 9: Torque Values Chart

Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes


Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification

5.8 8.8 10.9


Bolt Size Bolt Size
(inches) Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 (Metric) Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9
1 2 3 4
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 5.6 11 8 16 12 M 5 X 0.8 4 3 6 5 9 7
1/4" - 28 8.5 6 13 10 18 14 M 6 X 1 7 5 11 8 15 11
5/16" - 18 15 11 24 17 33 25 M 8 X 1.25 17 12 26 19 36 27
5/16" - 24 17 13 26 19 37 27 M 8 X 1 18 13 28 21 39 29
3/8" - 16 27 20 42 31 59 44 M10 X 1.5 33 24 52 39 72 53
3/8" - 24 31 22 47 35 67 49 M10 X 0.75 39 29 61 45 85 62
7/16" - 14 43 32 67 49 95 70 M12 X 1.75 58 42 91 67 125 93
7/16" - 20 49 36 75 55 105 78 M12 X 1.5 60 44 95 70 130 97
1/2" - 13 66 49 105 76 145 105 M12 X 1 90 66 105 77 145 105
1/2" - 20 75 55 115 85 165 120 M14 X 2 92 68 145 105 200 150
9/16" - 12 95 70 150 110 210 155 M14 X 1.5 99 73 155 115 215 160
9/16" - 18 105 79 165 120 235 170 M16 X 2 145 105 225 165 315 230
5/8" - 11 130 97 205 150 285 210 M16 X 1.5 155 115 240 180 335 245
5/8" - 18 150 110 230 170 325 240 M18 X 2.5 195 145 310 230 405 300
3/4" - 10 235 170 360 265 510 375 M18 X 1.5 220 165 350 260 485 355
3/4" - 16 260 190 405 295 570 420 M20 X 2.5 280 205 440 325 610 450
7/8" - 9 225 165 585 430 820 605 M20 X 1.5 310 230 650 480 900 665
7/8" - 14 250 185 640 475 905 670 M24 X 3 480 355 760 560 1050 780
1" - 8 340 250 875 645 1230 910 M24 X 2 525 390 830 610 1150 845
1" - 12 370 275 955 705 1350 995 M30 X 3.5 960 705 1510 1120 2100 1550
1-1/8" - 7 480 355 1080 795 1750 1290 M30 X 2 1060 785 1680 1240 2320 1710
1-1/8" - 12 540 395 1210 890 1960 1440 M36 X 3.5 1730 1270 2650 1950 3660 2700
1-1/4" - 7 680 500 1520 1120 2460 1820 M36 X 2 1880 1380 2960 2190 4100 3220
1-1/4" - 12 750 555 1680 1240 2730 2010 1 in-tpi = nominal thread diameter in inches-threads per inch
1-3/8" - 6 890 655 1990 1470 3230 2380 2 N· m = newton-meters
1-3/8" - 12 1010 745 2270 1670 3680 2710 3 ft-lb= foot pounds
1-1/2" - 6 1180 870 2640 1950 4290 3160 4 mm x pitch = nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread
1-1/2" - 12 1330 980 2970 2190 4820 3560 pitch
Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.
All locknuts or lubricated fasteners: Use 75% of torque value. (i.e. 1/2"-13 GR5 = 76 ft-lb; 75% of 76 or .75 x 76 = 57 ft-lb)

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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
Cutting Edges: Considered wear items.
This Warranty is limited to the repair or 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.

IMPORTANT: The Online Warranty Registration should be completed by the dealer at the time of
purchase. This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service.

Model Number ____________________ Serial Number ____________________

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Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060
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www.landpride.com

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