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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Section 1: Assembly & Set-up . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Skid Steer Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Torque Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Dealer Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Tree/Post Puller Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Hydraulic Hose Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Equipment Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Purge Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Unhooking The Tree/Post Puller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Section 2: Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . . 9Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Skid Steer Shutdown Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Pre-Operational Safety Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Operational Safety Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Operating Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Transport Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Section 3: Maintenance & Lubrication . . . . . 12Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Skid Steer Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Long Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Lubrication Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Main Pivot Pin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Clevis Pin, Cylinder Rod End . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Clevis Pin, Cylinder Base End . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Section 4: Specifications & Capacities . . . . 14

Section 5: Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . 15

Section 6: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Section 7: Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . 17

Section 8: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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Important Safety Information

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These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described inthis manual.
!Be Aware ofSignal WordsA Signal word designates a degree orlevel of hazard seriousness. Thesignal words are:

Indicates an imminently hazardoussituation which, if not avoided, willresult in death or serious injury. Thissignal word is limited to the mostextreme situations, typically formachine components that, forfunctional purposes, cannot beguarded.

! DANGER

Indicates a potentially hazardoussituation which, if not avoided, couldresult in death or serious injury, andincludes hazards that are exposedwhen guards are removed. It may alsobe used to alert against unsafepractices.

Indicates a potentially hazardoussituation which, if not avoided, mayresult in minor or moderate injury. Itmay also be used to alert againstunsafe practices.

! WARNING

! CAUTION

For Your Protection▲ Thoroughly read and understand

the “Safety Label” section, readall instructions noted on them.

Avoid UndergroundUtilities▲ Dig Safe, Call 811.

Always contact your local utilitycompanies (electrical, telephone,gas, water, sewer, and others)before digging so that they maymark the location of anyunderground services in the area.

▲ Be sure to ask how close you canwork to the marks they positioned.

Safety at All TimesThoroughly read and understandthe instructions given in thismanual before operation. Refer tothe “Safety Label” section, read allinstructions noted on them.Do not allow anyone to operatethis equipment who has not fullyread and comprehended thismanual and who has not beenproperly trained in the safeoperation of the equipment.

▲ The operator must not use drugsor alcohol as they can change thealertness or coordination of thatperson while operating equipment.The operator should, if takingover-the-counter drugs, seekmedical advice on whether he/shecan safely operate the equipment.

▲ Operator should be familiar with allfunctions of the unit.

▲ Make sure all guards and shieldsare in place and secured beforeoperating implement.

▲ Keep all persons away fromequipment and work area.

▲ Start skid steer with steeringlevers and hydraulic controls inneutral.

▲ Operate implement and loaderarms from the driver’s seat only.

▲ Dismounting from a moving unitcan cause serious injury or death.

▲ Do not allow anyone to standbetween skid steer and implementwhile hooking-up to implement.

▲ Keep hands, feet, and clothingaway from power-driven parts.

▲ Watch out for objects overheadand along side such as fences,buildings, wires, trees, limbs, etc.,while transporting and operatingattached implement.

▲ Detach and store implement in anarea where children normally donot play. Secure implement byusing blocks and supports.

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Look For The Safety Alert SymbolThe SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is apotential hazard to personal safety involved and extrasafety precaution must be taken. When you see thissymbol, be alert and carefully read the message thatfollows it. In addition to design and configuration ofequipment, hazard control, and accident prevention aredependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, andproper training of personnel involved in the operation,transport, maintenance, and storage of equipment.

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Shutdown and Storage

Before leaving operator’sseat:▲ Lower lift arms and put

attachment flat on the ground.▲ Turn off engine and engage park

brake.▲ If included, raise seat bar and

move controls until both lock.▲ Remove key to prevent

unauthorized starting.▲ Use steps, grab-handles and

skid-resistant surfaces whengetting on or off the loader.

▲ Detach and store implements inan area where children normallydo not play. Secure implement byusing blocks and supports.

Use SafetyLights and Devices▲ Slow moving self-propelled

equipment, and towed implementscan create a hazard when drivenon public roads. They are difficultto see, especially at night.

▲ Flashing warning lights and turnsignals are recommendedwhenever driving on public roads.

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REMOVE

Transport Safely▲ Comply with state and local laws.▲ Never travel at a speed which does

not allow adequate control ofsteering and stopping. Some roughterrains require a slower speed.

▲ Avoid contact with any over headutility lines or electrically chargedconductors.

▲ Always drive with load on end ofloader arms low to the ground.

▲ Always drive straight up and downramps with load on “uphill” side ofskid steer.

▲ Engage park brake when stoppedon an incline.

▲ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a loadthat is more than double the weightof the vehicle towing the load.

▲ Use towing vehicle and trailer ofadequate size and capacity. Secureequipment towed on a trailer withtie downs and chains.

▲ Sudden braking can cause a towedtrailer to swerve and upset. Reducespeed if towed trailer is notequipped with brakes.

Practice Safe Maintenance▲ Understand procedure before doing

work. Use proper tools andequipment, refer to Operator’sManual for additional information.

▲ Work in a clean dry area.▲ Lower attached implement to the

ground and follow all shutdownprocedures before leaving theoperator’s seat to performmaintenance.

▲ Allow implement to cool completelybefore working on it.

▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-)before servicing or adjustingelectrical systems or beforewelding on implement.

▲ Do not grease or oil implementwhile it is in operation.

▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure partsare in good condition & installedproperly.

▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil, ordebris.

▲ Remove all tools and unused partsfrom implement before operation.

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Prepare for Emergencies▲ Be prepared if a fire starts.▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire

extinguisher handy.▲ Keep emergency numbers for

doctor, ambulance, hospital, andfire department near phone.

911

WearProtective Equipment▲ Wear protective clothing and

equipment appropriate for the job.Clothing should be snug fittingwithout fringes and pull strings toavoid entanglement with movingparts.

▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noisecan cause hearing impairment orhearing loss. Wear suitablehearing protection such asearmuffs or earplugs.

▲ Operating equipment safelyrequires the operator’s fullattention. Avoid wearing radioheadphones while operatingmachinery.

Keep Riders OffMachinery▲ Never carry riders or use

machinery as a personlift.▲ Riders obstruct operator’s view.▲ Riders could be struck by foreign

objects or thrown from themachine.

▲ Never allow children to operateequipment.

Avoid HighPressure Fluids Hazard▲ Escaping fluid under pressure can

penetrate the skin causing seriousinjury.

▲ Avoid the hazard by relievingpressure before disconnectinghydraulic lines or performing workon the system.

▲ Make sure all hydraulic fluidconnections are tight and allhydraulic hoses and lines are ingood condition before applyingpressure to the system.

▲ Use a piece of paper orcardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, tocheck for suspected leaks.

▲ Wear protective gloves and safetyglasses or goggles when workingwith hydraulic systems.

▲ DO NOT DELAY. If an accidentoccurs, see a doctor familiar withthis type of injury immediately. Anyfluid injected into the skin or eyesmust be treated withina few hours organgrene mayresult.

Tire Safety▲ Tire changing can be dangerous

and should be preformed bytrained personnel using thecorrect tools and equipment.

▲ When inflating tires, use a clip-onchuck and extension hose longenough to allow you to stand toone side and NOT in front of orover the tire assembly. Use asafety cage if available.

▲ When removing and installingwheels, use wheel handlingequipment adequate for theweight involved.

Use Seat Belt and ROPS▲ Operate only skid steers

equipped with a Roll-OverProtective Structure (ROPS) andseat belt.

▲ Fasten seat belt snugly andsecurely to help protect againstserious injury or death from fallingand skid steer overturn.

▲ Wearing protective equipmentsuch as safety shoes, safetyglasses, hard hat, and ear plugsis highly recommended.

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Safety LabelsYour Tree/Post Puller comes equipped with all safety labels inplace. They were designed to help you safely operate yourimplement. Read and follow their directions.

1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.2. Refer to this section for proper label placement. Replace

all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from yournearest Land Pride dealer. To find your nearest dealer,visit our dealer locator at www.landpride.com.

3. Some new equipment installed during repair requiressafety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as

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specified by Land Pride. When ordering new componentsmake sure the correct safety labels are included in therequest.

4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.To install new labels:a. Clean the area where the label is to be placed.

b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is tobe placed.

c. Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface.

d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit cardor with a similar type straight edge.

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838-094CWarning: High Pressure Fluid Hazard (1 Place)

818-798CWarning: Pinch Point Hazard (1 - Place)

838-293CWarning: Read & Understand Manual

Introduction


Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of newIntroduction

product owners.

This Tree/Post Puller has been designed with care andbuilt by skilled workers using quality materials. Properassembly, maintenance, and safe operating practices willhelp you get years of satisfactory use from this machine.

ApplicationThe Land Pride STP15 Tree/Post Puller is designed andbuilt by Land Pride to remove shrubs, saplings, and smalltrees; pulling them from the ground, roots and all. Theserrated teeth also make this an ideal tool for removingsteel and wood fence posts. It has uses and applicationsin farming, ranching, construction sites, nurseries,orchards, landscaping, and fence building.

The 10" jaw opening allows you to grasp and pull a widerange of trees and posts with the added benefit ofminimal ground disturbance. Because the roots areremoved with the tree, chances for regrowth are alsoeliminated without the use of chemicals. When the jawsare closed, the ends form a spade point for digging intothe ground to loosen the tree roots. Fittings and hydraulichoses are protected at the hydraulic cylinder with adurable steel guard around the hydraulic cylinder.

See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 14 and“Features & Benefits” on page 15 for additionalinformation 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 manualand follow the recommendations to help ensure safeand efficient operation.

• The information contained within this manual wascurrent at the time of printing. Some parts may changeslightly to assure you of the best performance.

• To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual, contactyour authorized dealer. Manuals can also bedownloaded, free-of-charge, from our website atwww.landpride.com

Terminology“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined byfacing forward in the direction the machine will operatewhile in use unless otherwise stated.

Definitions

IMPORTANT: A special point of information relatedto the following topic. Land Pride’s intention is thisinformation must be read & noted before continuing.

NOTE: A special point of information that theoperator should be aware of before continuing.

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Owner AssistanceThe Online Warranty Registration should be completedby the dealer at the time of purchase. This information isnecessary to provide you with quality customer service.

The parts on your Tree/Post Puller have been speciallydesigned by Land Pride and should only be replaced withgenuine Land Pride parts. Contact a Land Pride dealer ifcustomer service or repair parts are required. Your LandPride dealer has trained personnel, repair parts, andequipment needed to service the implement.

Serial NumberModel No. _____________Serial No. _______________

For quick reference and prompt service, record modeland serial number in the spaces provided above andagain on warranty page 19. Always provide modelnumber and serial number when ordering parts and in allcorrespondences with your Land Pride dealer. Refer toFigure 1 for location of your serial number plate.

Serial Number Plate LocationFigure 1

Further AssistanceYour dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new Tree/Post Puller. If for any reason you do not understand anypart of this manual or are not satisfied with the servicereceived, the following actions are suggested:

1. Discuss the matter with your dealership servicemanager making sure that person is aware of anyproblems you may have and has had the opportunityto assist you.

2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner orgeneral manager of the dealership, explain theproblem, and request assistance.

3. For further assistance write to:

Land Pride Service Department1525 East North Street

P.O. Box 5060Salina, Ks. 67402-5060

E-mail [email protected]

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Section 1: Assembly & Set-up6. Slowly raise loader arms up until the skid steer hitch
Skid Steer Requirements
The Tree/Post Puller is designed to attach to skid steerloaders with the following minimum requirements:

Horsepower Rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-65 HPSAE lift capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200 lbs.Hitch type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Universal Quick HitchHydraulic hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - Hydraulic outletsSkid steer weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . See warning below

! WARNINGBallast may need to be added to your skid steer to maintainsteering control and to prevent tipping of the skid steer. Referto your skid steer Operator’s Manual to determine properballast requirements.

Torque RequirementsSee “Torque Values Chart” on page 17 to determinecorrect torque values when tightening hardware.

Dealer PreparationsThis Tree/Post Puller is shipped completely assembledand does not require any special assembly or set-upinstructions.

Tree/Post Puller Hook-UpRefer to Figure 1-1 on page 7:

! DANGERA Crushing Hazard exists when hooking-up equipment. Donot allow anyone to stand between skid steer and Tree/PostPuller while hooking-up to implement. Do not operatehydraulic controls while someone is near the skid steer orimplement.

! CAUTIONMake sure the skid steer hitch is properly attached to the Tree/Post Puller hitch. It must be secured under the puller’s topangle bars and lock handles must be locked down with lockingpins extending fully through bottom slots in the puller hitch.An improperly attached puller can fall without warning.

1. Check for and remove all debris in the skid steer andTree/Post Puller hitch point areas.

2. Raise lock pins on skid steer hitch for hook-up.

3. Carefully drive up to the Tree/Post Puller makingsure the hitch plate on the skid steer loader arms isparallel with the Tree/Post Puller hitch plate.

4. Rotate top of skid steer tilt arms slightly forward.

5. Place top of skid steer hitch plate under the puller’stop angled bar.


plate is seated under the top angle bar.

7. Rotate top of skid steer tilt arms back until skid steerhitch plate makes full contact with puller’s hitch plate.

8. Lower lock pins on skid steer hitch. Make sure lockpins go through bottom slots in puller hitch and are inlocked down position.

Hydraulic Hose Hook-upRefer to Figure 1-1 on page 7:

! DANGERHydraulic fluid under high pressure can penetrate skin. Wearprotective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when workingwith hydraulic systems. Use a piece of cardboard or woodrather than hands when searching for hydraulic leaks. Ifhydraulic fluid is injected into the skin or eyes, it must betreated by a doctor familiar with this type of injury within afew hours or gangrene may result. DO NOT DELAY.

1. Route hydraulic hoses (#1 & #2) through hoseholder (#3) and along the most convenient path toaccess your skid steer couplers.

2. Clean quick connect couplers of dirt and thenconnect hoses (#1 & #2) to the skid steer couplers.

3. Make sure quick connect couplers are fully engaged.If not, check couplers to see if they are same sizeand type. Also, make sure all hydraulic pressure tothe couplers has been released.

4. Extend and retract hydraulic cylinder with skid steercontrols. Switch male and female couplers on thehydraulic hoses if hydraulic cylinder operatesopposite direction intended, and then reconnecthoses to skid steer couplers.

5. For additional help, refer to Hydraulic Hook-Up inyour skid steer Operator’s Manual.

IMPORTANT: Collect and dispose all oil spills andleaks in an environmentally safe manner.

IMPORTANT: Hose routing is the responsibility ofthe owner/operator of the Tree/Post Puller. Pinchedand/or stretched hoses are not covered under thewarranty.

IMPORTANT: Make sure all coupler fittings areclean before connecting them together.

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Tree/Post Puller Hook-up & UnhookingFigure 1-1

Equipment ClearancesRefer to Figure 1-1:It is important to check clearance before putting the Tree/Post Puller into service. Make sure hoses are longenough and won’t become pinched or entangled.

1. Visually inspect hydraulic hoses for possible pinchpoints or shortness. Make hose adjustments beforeoperating hydraulics to check clearances.

2. Start skid steer and raise puller approximately 30" offthe ground.

3. If necessary, have someone stand nearby that canmotion for the operator to stop if a problem develops.

4. Fully extend and retract hydraulic cylinders on end ofloader arms while watching for interferencesbetween loader arms and Tree/Post Puller. Stopmovement if hydraulic hoses are starting to stretch,kink, pinch, or become entangled.

5. Raise puller fully up and repeat step 4.

6. Lower puller to about 12" off the ground.

Purge Hydraulic SystemRefer to Figure 1-1:

1. With puller raised off the ground about 12", cyclehydraulic cylinder (#4) from fully extended to fullyretracted and back until cylinder operates smoothly.

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IMPORTANT: The hydraulic cylinder and/or hosescan contain air and should be purged before use.Not purging hydraulic cylinder and hoses of air cancause uneven, jerky cylinder movement.

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Purge Hydraulic SystemFigure 1-2

Refer to Figure 1-2:2. If cylinder (#9) operates unevenly after cycling it

several times, purge hydraulic system as follows:

a. Remove cotter pin (#4) and clevis pin (#5).

b. Rotate cylinder rod (#9) out as shown.

c. Remove cotter pin (#4) and cylinder pin (#6).

d. Slide cylinder shield (#3) over end of cylinderrod (#9) to expose elbow fittings (#7 & #8).

e. Replace clevis pin (#6) without cotter pin (#4).

f. Loosen elbow fitting (#7) from cylinder port “A”.

g. Slowly retract and extend hydraulic cylinderrod (#9) to purge trapped air from the system.

h. After all trapped air is removed, tighten elbowfitting (#7) to cylinder port “A”.

i. Loosen elbow fitting (#8) from cylinder port “B”.

j. Slowly retract and extend hydraulic cylinderrod (#9) to purge trapped air from the system.

k. After all trapped air is removed, tighten elbowfitting (#8) to cylinder port “B”.

l. Pull clevis pin (#6) and slide cylinder shield (#3)over cylinder rod (#9).

m. Attach cylinder shield (#3) and cylinderbase (#10) to hitch frame (#1) with clevis pin (#6).

n. Attach rod end (#9) to jaw (#2) with clevis pin (#5).

o. Insert both cotter pins (#4) and bend one or bothlegs of each cotter pin to keep them from fallingout.

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Tree/Post Puller Hook-up & UnhookingFigure 1-3

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Unhooking The Tree/Post PullerRefer to Figure 1-3:1. Park skid steer on a solid surface that is flat and level.

2. Retract hydraulic cylinder (#4) to keep cylinder rodfrom being exposed to the elements.

3. Lower Tree/Post Puller onto the ground.

4. Engage park brake, turn off engine, and remove keyto prevent unauthorized starting.

5. If included, raise seat bar and move skid steercontrols until both are locked.

6. Use steps, grab-handles and anti-slip surfaces whenstepping on and off the skid steer.

7. Release all hydraulic system pressure beforedisconnecting hydraulic hoses from the skid steer.Refer to your Skid Steer Operator’s Manual fordetailed instructions.


8. Disconnect hydraulic hoses (#1 & #2) from skidsteer. Store hoses on the Tree/Post Puller frame tokeep dirt away from the couplings.

9. Disengage lock pins to clear bottom slots in hitchplate.

10. Start skid steer engine and tilt top of skid steer hitchslightly forward.

11. Slowly lower skid steer hitch until it has separatedfrom the Tree/Post Puller top angle bar.

12. Back skid steer slowly away while making sure theskid steer hitch does not interfere with the puller.

13. Shut skid steer down to check overturn stability ofthe unhooked Tree/Post Puller. Refer to “Skid SteerShutdown Procedures” on page 9.

14. Make sure the unit will not tip over. If needed, addbracing to keep unit from overturning.

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2. Inspect skid steer safety equipment to make sure it isSection 2: Operating Procedures

IntroductionHazard control and accident prevention are dependentupon the awareness, concern, prudence, and propertraining involved in the operation, transport, storage, andmaintenance of the Tree/Post Puller. Therefore, it isabsolutely essential that no one operates the Tree/PostPuller without first having read, fully understood, andbecome totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Makesure the operator has paid particular attention to:

• Important Safety Information, page 1

• Section 1: Assembly & Set-up, page 6

• Section 2: Operating Procedures, page 9

• Section 3: Maintenance & Lubrication, page 12

The following inspection should be performed beforeusing the Tree/Post Puller.

Skid Steer Shutdown ProceduresAlways shut down skid steer before dismounting.

1. Park on a level surface, engage park brake, lowerpuller to the ground, turn off engine, and remove keyto prevent unauthorized starting.

2. If included, raise seat bar and move skid steercontrols until both are locked.

3. Make sure all moving parts have stopped beforedismounting skid steer.

Refer to Figure 2-1:4. Use steps, grab-handles and anti-slip surfaces when

stepping on and off the skid steer or attachment.

Pre-Operational Safety CheckMake the following inspections with Tree/Post Pullerresting on the ground, attached to the skid steer, and skidsteer shut down properly. Refer to “Skid SteerShutdown Procedures” above.

1. Complete Operating Checklist table provided above.

Operating Checklist✔ Check Ref.

Make sure all guards and shields are in place.Refer to “Important Safety Information”. Page 1

Make sure there are no hydraulic leaks.Refer to “Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard”

Page 3

Read and follow hook-up instructions.Refer to “Tree/Post Puller Hook-Up”

Page 6

Read and follow all operating procedures.Refer to “Section 2: Operating Procedures”.

Page 9

Read and follow all maintenance instructions.See “Section 3: Maintenance & Lubrication”.

Page 12

Lubricate Tree/Post Puller as needed.Refer to “Lubrication Points”.

Page 13

Check Tree/Post Puller initially and periodically forloose hardware. Refer to “Torque Values Chart”.

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in good working condition and that all safety alertdecals are visible and readable. Replace all missingand unreadable safety alert decals.

3. Inspect hitch hook-up to Tree/Post Puller. Make sureskid steer hitch is secured under the Tree/PostPuller’s top angle bars, lock pins extend fully throughbottom slots in Tree/Post Puller hitch and are lockeddown.

4. Inspect hydraulic hoses and fittings before startingthe machine. Make sure hoses are not pinched,kinked, twisted, or frayed and that they will not comein contact with moving parts.

5. Check for and remove foreign objects wrappedaround the jaws.

6. Check for bent, broken, and/or structural cracks tothe puller frame, and pivot pins. Repair or replacedamaged parts before putting the equipment intouse.

Operational Safety CheckThe remaining inspections are made with the skid steerengine running.

1. Start skid steer and set throttle to idle or slightlyabove idle.

2. Operate hydraulic controls to verify control levermovements function properly and hydraulic cylinderextends and retracts correctly.

3. Shut skid steer down properly and make anynecessary changes to the controls and hydraulicconnections before continuing.

4. Operate loader arms through their full range ofmovements to check for clearances. Refer to“Equipment Clearances” on page 7.

Anti-Slip SurfacesFigure 2-1

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Operating Safety

! DANGERHydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin. Wearprotective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when workingwith hydraulics. Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather thanhands when searching for hydraulic leaks. If hydraulic fluid isinjected into the skin, it must be treated by a doctor within afew hours or gangrene may result. DO NOT DELAY.

! DANGERA crushing hazard always exists around a Tree/Post Pullerwhich can result in serious injury or death.

• The jaws can crush causing serious injury or death. Keepall pedestrians and animals away from your work area.

• Objects in the Tree/Post Puller can shift and fall causingserious injury or death.

• Never allow anyone to go under the raised unit.• Do not drive up to anyone in front of a fixed object such as

a wall. Never assume that the brakes will stop the skid steerin time.

• When equipped, sound the horn before traveling in reverse.Drive at a slower speed to compensate for blind spots.

! DANGEROperate only skid steers equipped with Roll-Over ProtectiveStructure (ROPS) and seat belt. Fasten seat belt snugly andsecurely to help protect against being thrown, crushed, or ranover.

! DANGERDo not allow anyone to operate this equipment who is underthe age of 16, who has not fully read and understoodinstructions in this manual, and who has not been properlytrained in the safe operation of this equipment.

! WARNINGNever allow riders including children on the tractor or puller.They can fall and be ran over causing serious injury or death.

! DANGERNever come in contact with utilities above or below groundsuch as electrical lines and gas lines. They can cause seriousinjury or death from electrocution, explosion, and fire.

! DANGERAlways reduce pulling forces once a tree or post starts to pullloose from the ground. Large trees can require high pullingforces that can cause the skid steer to quickly rock back whenthe tree suddenly breaks loose from the ground or if the jawsslip instantaneously on the tree or post.


! DANGERAlways be aware of a falling tree hazard. Any tree can fall thathas lost a part of its root support. Be especially cautious offalling trees when pulling large trees.

! WARNINGAlways secure equipment with solid supports before workingunder it. Never work under equipment supported byhydraulics. Hydraulics can drop equipment if controls areactuated or if hydraulic lines burst. Either situation can dropmachinery instantly even when power to hydraulics is off.

! WARNINGAlways use a skid steer with a cab door when pulling,transporting, and releasing trees. Roots and tree limbs cancome into the cab causing serious injury or death. Land Pridealso recommends that a skid steer brush guard be installed toprotect the cab and operator. Skid steer brush guards usuallycan be purchased from your local skid steer dealer.

! WARNINGDo not abuse equipment. Incorrect use of the Tree/Post Pullercan damage it structurally and cause serious injury or death.

• Maximum lift capacity should never exceed the rated liftcapacity of the skid steer being used. Exceeding themachine’s rated capacities can result in a rollover or otherserious hazards that can cause injury or death.

• Check hook-up points frequently to make sure the skid steerhitch is properly attached to the puller hitch and hook-uppoints are in good condition.

• Do not chain or strap loads to the Tree/Post Puller, skidsteer hitch, or skid steer.

• Do not use the Tree/Post Puller as a working platform. It isnot designed for this type of work. Using the unit as aworking platform can result in serious injury or death.

• Do not use the Tree/Post Puller for lifting the front or theback of the skid steer off the ground. Doing so can damagethe puller and cause injury.

• The parts on your Tree/Post Puller have been speciallydesigned and should only be replaced with genuine LandPride parts. Altering the puller can adversely affect itsperformance and/or reliability.

! CAUTIONWear eye protection when operating a skid steer without anenclosure or protective shield. Dust and debris can get in eyes.

IMPORTANT: Always close jaws against each otherbefore digging into the soil. Digging with jaws spreadapart can damage the frame, pivoting jaw, hydrauliccylinder, and pivot pins.

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Section 2: Operating Procedures


Transport Safety

! WARNINGFollow all safety precautions when transporting a load. Usingunsafe transporting methods can damage the equipment andcause serious injury or death to the operator and bystanders.

• The operator of the skid steer must know how to control themachine and how to stop quickly in an emergency.

• Always transport loads with Tree/Post Puller low to theground to maintain stability of the skid steer.

• Transport with load upright to help keep it from falling.Never tilt load toward the operator.

• Always travel straight up and straight down inclines. Neverexceed 10 percent grade (5.7 degrees) when traveling on anincline. Never travel across inclines and make turns only onlevel ground.

• Transporting loads across bumpy, soft, or slippery surfacesreduces stability and lift capacity of the skid steer.Transporting and lifting loads under these conditions isextremely dangerous and can result in a rollover.

• Keep equipment and load away from electrical power lines.Place an orange warning sign under overhead electricalpower lines indicating type of danger above.

• Never transport a load on roadways.• When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way that

faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.• When traveling on public roads at night or during the day,

use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning tooperators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state,and local laws.

General OperationBy now you should have familiarized yourself with theOperator’s Manual for your STP15 Tree/Post Puller. Ifyou have not done so, please do so now. We cannotoverstress the importance of reading and following thesafety information and operating procedures that arespelled out in this Manual.

The skid steer should have a door on its cab to operatethe Tree/Post Puller safely. It will help stop tree limbs androots from coming into the cab. Land Pride alsorecommends attaching a brush guard on your skid steerto help protect the cab and operator. Brush guardsdesigned to fit your skid steer usually can be purchasedfrom the skid steer dealer.

Proceed by getting into the seat of your skid steer andfastening your seat belt before starting your skid steer. Itwon’t take you long to learn how to use your new LandPride Tree/Post Puller, but we do recommend that youtake a little time to practice securely attaching anddetaching your Tree/Post Puller to and from your skidsteer mounting hitch plate. It is also important to practicemaneuvering the Tree/Post Puller by raising and loweringthe puller and tilting the hitch forward and backward untilyou have gained the confidence and skill needed to havea good feel in what you are doing.

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If you have not already done so, have the site markedwith flags to indicate where underground utilities run.Also check for overhead obstructions and place orangewarning signs under overhead electrical power linesindicating type of danger above.

It is now time to start removing those unwanted treesand/or posts. The maximum size of tree or post that canbe pulled will vary depending on condition of the soil,diameter and species of the tree, and size of the skidsteer pulling the tree or post. Pull only trees and poststhat are 10" and under in diameter.

Start by opening the jaws and lowering the puller close tothe ground. Move slowly forward to capture the treeinside and to the back of the jaws. Close jaws against thetree to drive the teeth into the tree. Be careful not to closethe jaws so tight as to shear off the tree or post.

Raise skid steer loader arms up to pull a post or tree outof the ground. If assistance is needed, move forward andbackward while pulling. Some side to side movementmay also be applied to assist pulling.

Larger trees and posts that require higher forces cansuddenly break loose from the ground causing a suddenuplift at the front of the skid steer. To guard against this,ease off on the lift cylinders once the tree or post starts topull loose from the ground. At this time, exert onlyenough force to slowly raise the post or tree from theground.

Some trees may require the roots to be excavated. Usethe spade points on the end of the jaws to do this. Alwaysclose jaws tight against each other before digging intothe soil. Rotate top of skid steer hitch plate forward toangle spades into the soil. Dig under the roots and rotatetop of skid steer hitch back and raise skid steer loaderarms up to rip individual roots from the ground. Continueto dig around the base of the tree in this fashion until allmajor roots have been ripped from the soil or broken into.

As conditions allow, several smaller trees can beaccumulated inside the jaws of the Tree/Post Pullerbefore disposing of them on a tree pile. Simple carry thefirst tree pulled to the next tree, lower the Tree/Post Pullerdown, and open its jaws to capture the next tree whilekeeping the first tree still inside the jaws. Close jawsaround both trees and pull. Continue to capture othersmall trees using this method until the jaws have exceedtheir ability to hold more trees.

When ready, transport post(s) and/or tree(s) upright inthe jaws to the pile. At the pile, rotate top of skid steerhitch plate forward to place the tree(s) or post(s) onto thepile. Release the grip the jaws have on the post(s) ortree(s).


Section 3: Maintenance & LubricationTable of Contents

Section 3: Maintenance & Lubrication

MaintenanceProper servicing and adjustment is key to the long life ofany implement. With careful inspection and routinemaintenance, you can avoid costly downtime and repair.

Check all bolts and pins after using the puller for severalhours and on a regular basis thereafter to ensure theyare tight and secured.

Check hitch fit-up, hydraulic hoses, and fittings on aregular basis to ensure trash or other objects have notloosened the hitch connection or damaged hydraulichoses and fittings.

Replace worn, damaged, or missing parts only withgenuine Land Pride parts.

Replace illegible or missing safety labels by obtainingnew labels from your Land Pride dealer.

! WARNINGAlways secure equipment with solid supports before workingunder it. Never work under equipment supported byhydraulics. Hydraulics can drop equipment if controls areactuated or if hydraulic lines burst. Either situation can dropmachinery instantly even when power to hydraulics is off.

! WARNINGCheck hitch fit-up frequently. An improper fit-up can result inthe Tree/Post Puller detaching from the skid steer and causeserious injury or death.

! WARNINGCheck hydraulic hoses and fittings frequently. Brush and otherdebris can damage hoses and fittings causing the load torelease and fall, causing serious injury or death.

! WARNINGDaily inspect and maintain equipment. Loose, broken, andmissing hardware can cause equipment to not performproperly and can result in bodily injury or death.

! WARNINGDo not alter Land Pride equipment or replace parts with otherbrands. Doing so can cause equipment to perform improperlyand may lead to breakage that can cause bodily injury ordeath. Replace parts only with genuine Land Pride parts.

! CAUTIONDo not alter Tree/Post Puller in a way which will adversely affectits performance or reliability. Doing so can damage the puller,cause personal injury, and void the warranty.


Skid Steer MaintenanceOne of the most important things you can do to preventhydraulic system problems is to ensure your skid steerhydraulic system remains free of dirt and contamination.Use a clean cloth to wipe hose ends before attachingthem to your skid steer. Replace your skid steer’shydraulic filter element at the prescribed intervals. Thesesimple maintenances will go a long way to preventoccurrence of control valve and hydraulic cylinderproblems.

Long Term StorageClean, inspect, service, and make necessary repairs tothe puller when parking it for long periods and whenparking it at the end of a working season. This will helpensure that the unit is ready for use next time you hook-up to it.

1. Clean off any dirt and grease that may haveaccumulated on the puller. Scrape off compacted dirtand then wash the surface thoroughly with a gardenhose.

2. Inspect puller for loose, damaged, or worn parts andadjust or replace when needed.

3. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched toprevent rust. Ask your Land Pride dealer for aerosoltouch-up paint. They are also available in touch-upbottles with brush, quarts, and gallon sizes by addingTU, QT, or GL to the end of the aerosol part number.

4. Replace all damaged or missing guards & decals.

5. Lubricate as noted under “Lubrication Points” onpage 13.

6. Store Tree/Post Puller on a level surface in a clean,dry place with hydraulic cylinder fully retracted.Inside storage will reduce maintenance and make fora longer Tree/Post Puller life.

7. Do not allow children to play on or around the storedpuller.

Land Pride Touch-up PaintPart No. Part Description

821-002C PAINT LP BLACK SPRAY CAN

IMPORTANT: Store Tree/Post Puller with hydrauliccylinder fully retracted. This will help protect thecylinder rod again corrosion.

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Lubrication Points

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37234

37234

37235

50Hrs

Multi-purposespray lube

Multi-purposegrease lube

Multi-purposeoil lube

Intervals in hours at whichlubrication is required

LubricationLegend

10Hours

Main Pivot Pin

1 - Zerk

Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease

Quantity = Until grease emerges

10Hours

Clevis Pin, Cylinder Rod End

1 - Zerk



10Hours

Clevis Pin, Cylinder Base End

1 - Zerk




Section 4: Specifications & CapacitiesTable of Contents

Section 4: Specifications & Capacities

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STP15

List Specifications & CapacitiesWeight 228 lbs.

Hitch Universal quick attach hitch

Frame construction LowerUpper

3/16" x 3 1/2" Square tube3/16" x 3" Square tube

Jaw opening 10" Maximum

Jaw construction TeethTips

Laser cut from 5/8" steel x 16" longAngled for digging

Jaw pivot pin Greaseable pin constructed of solid 2 1/2" diameter steel

Hydraulic cylinder 2" x 8" x 1 1/8" Welded hydraulic cylinder

Hydraulic cylinder pivot pins Greaseable

Cylinder guard 3/16" Welded steel plate

Quick disconnect couplers Small flat face male & female couplers

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Section 5: Features and Benefits


Section 5: Features and Benefits

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Features Benefits

Universal quick attach mount Fits a wide range of tractors and skid steers. Easy to hook-up and unhook.

Heavy square tube frame 3 1/2" Lower and 3" upper main frame tubes provide good strength.

Rectangular tube supports Stronger than sheet steel gussets most competitors use.

2 1/2" Main pivot pin Large diameter pin handles heavy working conditions.

Large jaw opening Can pull trees up to 10" in diameter.

Greaseable pivot points All pivot points are greaseable to reduce wear.

Cylinder shield standard Heavy duty shield protects cylinder and fittings.

Angled jaw tips. For digging roots and loosening soil around the base of trees.

Anti-slip access points Prevents slipping while entering skid steer.

Supplied with QuickDisconnect couplers

Many competitors do not supply couplers.

Section 6: TroubleshootingTable of Contents

Section 6: Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting Chart

Problem Cause Solution

Hydraulic cylinder is notoperating

Quick couplings did not engage. Reconnect quick couplings to skid steer.

Skid steer hydraulic flow is not engaged. Engage skid steer hydraulics.

Hydraulic flow from skid steer isinadequate

Check hydraulic flow at the puller.

Skid steer is low on hydraulic oil. Add hydraulic oil to skid steer.

Hydraulic hose has a break. Replace hydraulic hose.

Hydraulic hose has an obstruction. Remove obstruction or replace hose.

Hydraulic line is pinched Fix pinched line.

Hydraulic lines have air in them.Engage hydraulics to puller until air ispurged from hydraulic lines.

Hydraulic cylinder is damaged. Repair hydraulic cylinder.

Cylinder rod is bent. Replace cylinder rod.

Tree does not pull

The tree has a well developed rootsystem.

Some species of trees are stronger thanothers and won’t pull as easily. Learnmaximum sizes of each species that canbe pulled. Don’t exceed 10" with anyspecies.

Move skid steer forward and backward toassist in breaking the roots free. Side toside movement can also assist.

Use spade end of jaws to dig roots freeand to tear roots from the soil.

Soil is too wet to support the skid steer.Wait for the soil to dry enough to supportthe skid steer.

Soil is very dry and hard.Try pulling trees once ground has firmedup after a rain.

Post does not pullSoil is too wet to support the skid steer.

Wait for the soil to dry enough to supportthe skid steer.

Soil is very dry and hard.Try pulling posts once ground has firmedup after a rain.

Section 7: Torque Values Chart


Section 7: Torque Values Chart


Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt SizesBolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification

Bolt Size(inches) Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8

Bolt Size(Metric) Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9

in-tpi 1 N · m 2 ft-lb 3 N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb mm x pitch 4 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 l215 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 threadpitch1-1/2" - 12 1330 980 2970 2190 4820 3560

Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.

5.8 8.8 10.9

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Section 8: Warranty


Section 8: Warranty


WarrantyLand Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will

be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date ofpurchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used asintended and under normal service and conditions for personal use.

Overall Unit and Driveline: One year Parts and Labor

Hydraulic Cylinder: One year Parts and Labor.

Hoses and Seals: Considered wear items.

Teeth: Considered wear items.

This Warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of any defective part byLand Pride and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part, anddoes not cover common wear items. Land Pride reserves the right to inspect anyequipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material orworkmanship.

This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride’sjudgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normalmaintenance or care, or which has been repaired or altered in a way whichadversely affects its performance or reliability, or which has been used for apurpose for which the product is not designed. Misuse also specifically includesfailure to properly maintain oil levels, grease points, and driveline shafts.

Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which originally soldthe product and all warranty adjustments must be made through an authorizedLand Pride dealer. Land Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials ordesign of the product at any time without notice.

This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damagesof any kind, direct, consequential, or contingent to property. Furthermore, LandPride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond itsreasonable control. This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops, any expenseor loss for labor, supplies, rental machinery or for any other reason.

No other warranty of any kind whatsoever, express or implied, is madewith respect to this sale; and all implied warranties of merchantability andfitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in thiswritten warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale.

This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days fromthe date of purchase by the end user.

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

Model Number ____________________ Serial Number ____________________

Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA

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