Land Pride 309-100M User Manual
Flail Mowers
FM2060 & FM2072
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309-100M
Operator’s Manual
Read the Operator’s manual entirely. When
you see this symbol, the subsequent
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instructions andwarningsare serious - follow
without exception. Your life and the lives of
others depend on it!
© Copyright 2008 Printed
Cover photo may show optional equipment
not supplied with standard unit.
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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Serial Number Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Further Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Section 1: Assembly and Set-up . . . . . . . .8
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Hitch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Driveline Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Section 2: Operating Instructions . . . . . .10
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Mowing Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication 13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Service Mowing Knives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Knife Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
V-Belt Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Driveline Shaft U-Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Roller Bearing (Both Ends) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cutter Rotor Bearing (Both Ends) . . . . . . . . . .14
Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Driveline Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Extension Shaft Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Section 5: Specifications & Capacities . .16
Section 6: Features and Benefits . . . . . .17
Section 7: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . .18
Section 8: Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Notes: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Section 3: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Leveling the Mower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cutting Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3-Point Hitch Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Belt Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Land Pride provides this publication “asis” without warranty ofany kind, either expressedor implied. While every precaution has beentaken in the preparationof this manual, Land
Pride assumesno responsibility forerrors oromissions. Neither isany liability assumedfor damagesresulting from theuse of theinformation contained herein.Land Pride reserves
the rightto revise andimprove itsproducts as it sees fit. This publicationdescribes the stateof this productat the time of its publication,and may notreflect the productin the future.
Land Pride isa registered trademark.
All other brands and product names are trademarksor registered trademarks of their respectiveholders.
Printed in the United States of America.
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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Safety at All Times
Thoroughly read and understand
the instructions given in this
manual before operation. Refer to
the “Safety Label” section, read
all instructions noted on them.
Do not allow anyone to operate
this equipment who has not fully
read and comprehended this
manual and who has not been
properly trained in the safe
operation of the equipment.
▲ Operator should be familiar with
all functions of the unit.
▲ Operate implement from the
driver’s seat only.
▲ Make sure all guards and shields
are in place and secured before
operating implement.
▲ Do not leave tractor or implement
unattended with engine running.
▲ Dismounting from a moving
tractor could cause serious injury
or death.
▲ Do not stand between the tractor
and implement during hitching.
▲ Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power-driven parts.
▲ Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid
entanglement with moving parts.
▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc.,
when raising implement. Make
sure all persons are clear of
working area.
▲ Turning tractor too tight may
cause implement to ride up on
wheels. This could result in injury
or equipment damage.
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
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Be Aware of
Signal Words
A Signal word designates a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The
signal words are:
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DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is limited to the most
extreme situations, typically for
machine components that, for
functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
For Your Protection
▲ Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read all
instructions noted on them.
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence and proper training of personnelinvolved in
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
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WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It mayalso
be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
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CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
Shutdown and Storage
▲ Lower machine to ground, put
tractor in park, turn off engine, and
remove the key.
▲ Detach and store implements in a
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement by
using blocks and supports.
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These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
▲ Slow moving tractors, self-
propelled equipment, and towed
implements can create a hazard
when driven on public roads. They
are difficult to see, especially at
night.
▲ Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended
whenever driving on public roads.
Use lights and devices provided
with implement.
Transport
Machinery Safely
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Maximum transport speed for
implement is 20 mph. DO NOT
EXCEED.Never travel at a speed
which does not allow adequate
control of steering and stopping.
Some rough terrain require a
slower speed.
▲ Sudden braking can cause a
towed load to swerve and upset.
Reduce speed if towed load is not
equipped with brakes.
▲ Use the following maximum
speed - tow load weight ratios as
a guideline:
20 mph when weight is less
than or equal to the weight of
tractor.
10 mph when weight is double
the weight of tractor.
▲ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the
weight of tractor.
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before
doing work. Use proper tools and
equipment, refer to Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean dry area.
▲ Lower the implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
preforming maintenance.
▲ Allow implement to cool
completely.
▲ Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts
are in good condition & installed
properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or
debris.
▲ Remove all tools and unused
parts from implement before
operation.
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These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
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 and
fire department near phone.
911
Wear
Protective Equipment
▲ Protectiveclothingandequipment
should be worn.
▲ Wear clothing and equipment
appropriate for the job. Avoid
loose fitting clothing.
▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause hearing impairment or
hearing loss. Wear suitable
hearing protection such as
earmuffs or earplugs.
▲ Operating equipment safely
requires the full attention of the
operator. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
Keep Riders
Off Machinery
▲ Riders obstruct the operator’s
view, they could be struck by
foreign objects or thrown from the
machine.
▲ Never allow children to operate
equipment.
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Safety Labels
Your mower comes equipped with all safety labels in
place. They were designed to help you safely operate
your implement. Read and follow their directions.
1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.
2. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new
labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer.
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as
specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components
make sure the correct safety labels are included in the
request.
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4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.
To install new labels:
a. Clean the area the label is to be placed.
b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to
be placed.
c. Peel backing from label.Pressfirmlyontothe surface.
a. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.
818-130C
Caution: To avoid injury
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818-230C
Red Reflector (Both Sides)
818-540C
Danger: Guard Missing
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818-543C
Danger: Guard Missing
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ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
818-552C
Danger: Rotating Driveline
818-552C
Danger: Rotating Driveline
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818-558C
Warning: General
818-556C
Danger: Thrown Object
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838-079C
Danger: Rotating
Knives Both sides
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