Land Pride AT2572, at 2560, FD2572, FD2560 User Manual
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Grooming Mower, 3-spindle
FD2560, FD2572, AT2560 & AT2572
10618
14326
310-148M
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 2006 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Serial Number Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Further Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Section 1: Assembly & Set-up . . . . . . . . . .9
General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Upper Hitch Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Lower Hitch Lugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Initial Hitch Arm Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Gauge Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Grass Chute Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Final Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Section 2: Operating Instructions . . . . . .11
General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Pre-Start Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Driveline Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Checking Driveline Minimum Length . . . . . . . .12
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Section 3: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Mower Chute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Floating & Front To Back Hitch Adjustments . . . . 14
Leveling The Mower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Four Gauge Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cutting Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Belt Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication 16
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Blade Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Blade Sharpening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
AIR TIRES (AIR PRESSURE): . . . . . . . . . . . .17
V-Belt Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Belt Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Service Daily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Service Every 50 Hours Of Operation: . . . . . .18
PTO U-Joint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
PTO Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Wheel Bushing (Martin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Wheel Bushing (Neilson) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Bearing in Blade Spindle Hubs . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Wheel Support Bushings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Section 5: Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Section 6: Specifications & Capacities . .21
Section 7: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . .22
Section 8: Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Tire Inflation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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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.
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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 the 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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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
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.
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
preforming maintenance.
▲ Allow implement to cool
completely.
▲ Install all transport locks on raised
drillbeforeworking underneath, refer
to the Operator’sManualforquantity
and location of transport locks.
▲ Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
▲ Move the opener handle to the
“ROAD” position and complete
raising the openers to lock them
up before working underneath
them.
▲ Disk edges are sharp. Be careful
when working in this area.
▲ Disconnect battery ground cable
(-) before servicing or adjusting
electrical systems or before
welding on implement.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts
are in good condition & installed
properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or
debris.
▲ Removeall tools and unused pars
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.
Tire Safety
▲ Tire changing can be dangerous
and should be preformed 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.
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Safety Labels
Your Grooming 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 or visit our
dealer locator at landpride.com.
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires
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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.
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 firmly onto the surface.
d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.
818-555C
Rotating Blade Hazard
(Flat Deck)
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818-555C
Rotating Blade Hazard
(Air Tunnel)
818-556C
ThrownObjectHazard
(Flat Deck)
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818-556C
Thrown Object Hazard
(Air Tunnel)
13099
13101
818-130C
Operate at 540 RPM
PTO (Flat Deck)
818-130C
Operate at 540 RPM
PTO (Air Tunnel)
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818-142C
Rotating Driveline Hazard
(Flat Deck)
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818-142C
Rotating Driveline Hazard
(Air Tunnel)
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13101
818-144C
V-Belt Instructions
(Flat Deck)
818-144C
V-Belt Instructions
(Air Tunnel)
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818-540C
Danger Guard Missing
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ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
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818-552C
Danger Rotating Driveline
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