Land Pride AFM4214 User Manual
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All-Flex Grooming Mowers
AFM4214 and AFM4216
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315-587M
Operator’s Manual
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you see this symbol, the subsequent
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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Serial Number Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Section 1: Assembly and Set-up . . . . . .13
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Hardware Torque Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
PTO To Drawbar Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Tractor Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Main Driveline Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Check Constant Velocity Driveline Length . . .14
Hydraulic Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Pull Rope Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Gauge Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Bleeding The Fold Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Section 2: Operating Instructions . . . . .17
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
U-Joint Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Constant Velocity Driveline Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Pre-Operation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Section 3: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Deck Height Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Belt Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Section 4: Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Ball Swivel Hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Cutting Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Low Lift Blades (Standard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Medium Lift Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
High Lift Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Mulching Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication 24
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Servicing Mower Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Blade Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Blade Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Blade Sharpening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Blade Options: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
V-Belt Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Driveline Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Type A Clutches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Type B Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Tires With Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Lubrication Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Driveline Constant Velocity Shaft . . . . . . . . . .31
Driveline Shafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Inner Tube of Driveline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Wheel Support Bushings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Wheel Bushings (Gauge Wheels) . . . . . . . . . .32
Wheel Bushings (Transport Hubs) . . . . . . . . . .32
Blade Spindle Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
4-Way Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Mower Deck Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Tool Bar to Deck Pivot Pin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Transport Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Wing Deck Pivot Bushings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Rear Deck Pivot Half Clamps . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Wing Flex Pivot Lugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Section 6: Specifications & Capacities . 36
Section 7: Features & Benefits . . . . . . . .40
Section 8: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . .41
Section 9: Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Tire Inflation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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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 allow anyone to stand
between the tractor and
implement while backing up tothe
implement.
▲ 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.
▲ Do not carry passengers on
implement at any time.
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 “SafetyLabel”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.
!
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.
!
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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Important Safety Information
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
whendrivenonpublicroads.They
are difficult to see, especially at
night.
▲ Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended
wheneverdriving on public roads.
Transport
Machinery Safely
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Maximum transport speed for
implement is 20 mph. DO NOT
EXCEED.Nevertravelat 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 iftowed 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.
Use A Safety Chain
▲ A safety chain will help control
drawn machinery should it
separate from the tractor
drawbar.
▲ Use a chain with the strength
rating equal to or greater than
the gross weight of the towed
machinery.
▲ Attach the chain to the tractor
drawbar support or other
specified anchor location. Allow
only enough slack in the chain
to permit turning.
▲ Do not use safety chain for
towing.
Practice Safe
Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before
doing work. Use proper tools and
equipment, refer to Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean dry area.
▲ Lower the implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
▲ 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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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.
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
▲ Escaping fluid underpressurecan
penetrate the skin causing
serious injury.
▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving
pressure before disconnecting
hydrauliclines or performingwork
on the system.
▲ Make sure all hydraulic fluid
connections are tight and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in
good condition before applying
pressure to the system.
▲ Use a piece of paper or
cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS,to
check for suspected leaks.
▲ Wear protective gloves and safety
glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems.
▲ If an accident occurs, see a
doctor immediately. Any fluid
injected into the skin must be
treated within a few hours or
gangrene may result.
Tire Safety
▲ Tire changing can be dangerous
and should be performed by
trained personnel using the
correct tools and equipment.
▲ When inflating tires, use a clip-on
chuck and extension hose long
enough to allow you to stand to
one side and NOT in front of or
over the tire assembly. Use a
safety cage if available.
▲ When removing and installing
wheels, use wheel handling
equipment adequate for the
weight involved.
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 All-Flex 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 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. To order new labels go to your Land Pride dealer.
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.Press firmlyontothesurface.
d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.
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818-558C
Warning: Serious Injury
818-339C
Warning: High Pressure
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Warning: Negative Tongue Weight
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818-561C
Danger: Raised Wing
818-565C
Important: U-Joint Timing Instructions
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818-560C
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818-337C
26621
Warning: Max Trans Speed
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818-130C
Caution: 540 RPM
818-351C
Caution: Lock For Transport
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818-353C
Caution: Unlock To Unfold
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ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
818-552C
Danger: Entanglement
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26566
26566
818-556C
Danger: Thrown Object Hazard
Location: (3-Places) On Back of All Three Decks
818-045C
Warning: Pinch point or Crushing Hazard
Location: (3-Places) On Back of All Three Decks
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818-555C
Danger: Rotating Blade
Location: (3-Places) On Back of All Three Decks
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Slow Moving Vehicle Label
Location: On Back of Center Deck Only
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818-513C
Caution: V-Belt Installation
Location: (2-Places) Beneath Guard on
Center and Left Hand Decks
818-514C
Caution: V-Belt Installation
Location: (1-Place) Beneath Guard on Right Hand Deck
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818-543C
Danger: Guard Missing
Location: (6-Places)
Beneath Both Guards on All Three Decks
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818-187C
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Danger: Shield Missing
Location: Splitter Gearbox
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818-229C
Amber Reflector
Location: Front of Wing Decks (Left Wing Shown)
818-230C
Red Reflector
Location: 2-Places
(Large Arrows Back of Gearbox Mounts)
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Location: 4-Places
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KEEP AWAY!
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Introduction
Introduction
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Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
This AFM42 Series All-Flex Mower has been designed
with care and built by skilled workers using quality
materials. Proper assembly, maintenance, and safe
operating practices will helpyouget years ofsatisfactory
use from the machine.
Application
The AFM4214 (14 foot) and AFM4216 (16 foot) All-Flex
Mowers are designed and built by Land Pride to provide
excellent cutting quality and performance on lush type
turf grasses that are located on expansive and well
manicured areas such as sports fields, theme parks,
fairways, turf farms, and large estates.
Theywilldeliverexcellentperformance when attached to
40-70 hp tractors with 540 rpm PTO speed andpull-type
draw bar. The hydraulic wing cylinders will easily lift up
the wing decks for a 6’-8" overall transport width when
moving from one site to another on public streets or on
right-of-ways.
The contour following capability, highly productive
cutting widths and rear discharge design of the floating
cutting decks will greatly reduce wide-area cutting times
and still deliver finely groomed surfaces at mowing
speeds from 2-6 mph. The AFM4214 and AFM4216
All-Flex Mower can be ordered with slip-clutch or
conventional wing driveline configurations and a choice
of 15 inch or 18 inch deck tires.
See “Section 6: Specifications & Capacities” and
“Section 7: Features & Benefits” for additional
information and performance enhancing options.
Definitions
NOTE: A special point of information that the
operator must be aware of before continuing.
IMPORTANT: A special pointofinformation related to
its preceding topic. Land Pride’s intention is that this
information should be read and noted before
continuing.
Owner Assistance
The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by
the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
If customer service or repairparts are required contact a
LandPridedealer. A dealer has trained personnel, repair
parts and equipment needed to service the implement.
The parts on your All-Flex Mower have been specially
designedandshouldonlybe replaced with genuine Land
Pride parts. Therefore, should your All-Flex Mower
require replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer.
Serial Number Plate
For prompt service always use the serial number and
modelnumber when ordering partsfromyour Land Pride
dealer.Besuretoincludeyourserialandmodel numbers
incorrespondencealso. Refer to Figure 1forthelocation
of your serial number plate.
Using This Manual
This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
•
you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments,
troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manual
and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe
and efficient operation.
• The information contained within this manual was
current at thetime of printing.Some parts maychange
slightly to assure you of the best performance.
• To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual contact
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be
downloaded, free-of-charge from our website at
www.landpride.com.
• Refer to Figure 1. Store your Operator’s Manual in the
dry storage tube for future reference.
Terminology
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by
facing the directionthe machine will operate whilein use
unless otherwise stated.
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Serial Number Plate Location
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Introduction
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new
machine. If for any reason you do not understand any
part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service
received, the following actions are suggested:
1. Discuss the matter with your dealership Service
Manager making sure he is aware of any problems
youmay haveand that he has hadthe opportunity to
assist you.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the Owner or
General Manager of the dealership, explain the
problem and request assistance.
3. Forfurther assistance write to:
Land Pride Service Department
1525 East North Street
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, Ks. 67402-5060
E-mail address
lpservicedept@landpride.com
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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up
Tractor Requirements
Tractor horsepower should be within the range noted
below. Tractors outside the horsepower range must not
be used.
Horsepower Rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-70 HP
Rear PTO Shaft Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 3/8”-6 Spline
Rear PTO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540RPM
Hitch Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Draw Bar
Hydraulic Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . One Duplex Outlet
Tractor Weight . . . . . . . . . See Important Note Below
IMPORTANT: Ballast may need to be added to your
tractor to maintain steering control. Refer to your
tractor’s operator manual to determine if additional
ballastis needed. This mower has a positivetransport
tongue weight of approximately 540 lbs. on the
AFM4214 and 580 lbs. on the AFM4216.
Hardware Torque Information
When tightening hardware, refer to “Torque Values
Chart” on page 43 to determine standard torque values.
Refer to "Additional Torque Values" at the bottom of the
chart for exceptions to the standard torque values.
PTO To Drawbar Set-Up
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CAUTION
Do not over speed PTO or machine damage may result. This
mower is designed to be used with a tractor using a rear
540 rpm PTO drive.
Refer to Figure 1-1:
Distances between center of drawbar hitch pin hole to
end of tractor PTO shaft (“A” dimension) and from top of
drawbar hitch to center of PTO shaft (“B” dimension)
must be maintained.
Tractor Hook-up
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DANGER
Crushing Hazard between tractor and implement. Do notallow
anyone to stand between the tractor and implement while
backing-up to an implement. Never operate the hydraulic
3-point lift controlswhile someone is directlybehind the tractor.
Refer to Refer to Figure 1-2:
1. Make cer tain jack stand is properly attached to the
mower hitch and secured with attachment pin.
2. Back tractor within close proximity of clevis.
3. Raise or lower jack stand to align clevis with tractor
drawbar. Drawbar should fitbetweenlower and upper
plates of clevis.
4. Back tractor up to mower hitch until holes in drawbar
and clevisare aligned.
5. Attach mower with a 3/4" hitch pin and secure with
lockpin.Alwaysusea hitch pin thatcontainsasafety
locking deviceto prevent it from falling out.
6. Retract jack stand until weight of mower is fully
removed from the jack. Remove jack and store on
storage tube located on divider gearbox shield.
7. Attach safety chain on the frame tongue to the
tractor.Adjust chain length to removeallslackexcept
what is necessary to permit turning of mower. Lock
chain hook securely onto the chain.
= 14”
= 8”
IMPORTANT: PTO damage may occur if distances
“A” and “B” are not properly maintained.
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Figure 1-1
Figure 1-2
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