Land Pride FD2548 User Manual
1/29/04
2-Spindle Grooming Mower
FD2548
10817
310-156M
Operator’s Manual
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INTRODUCTION
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This manual has been prepared to instruct you in the
safe and efficient operation of your 25 Series Grooming
Mower. Read and follow all instructions and safety precautions carefully.
The parts on your 25 Series Grooming Mower have
been specially designed and should only be replaced
with genuine Land Pride parts. Therefore, should your
Grooming Mower require replacement parts go to your
Land Pride Dealer.
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The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates that
there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved
and extra safety precautions must be taken. When you
see this symbol on your machine or in your manual, be
alert and carefully read the message that follows it.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction .............................................................................. 1
Table Of Contents .................................................................... 1
Safety Rules ............................................................................. 2
Safety Decals ........................................................................... 3
Nut & Bolt Torquing Chart ....................................................... 4
Tractor Requirements .............................................................. 4
Gearbox Gear Lube ................................................................. 4
Assembly Instructions .............................................................. 4
Tractor Hook-Up ....................................................................... 5
Powershaft Installation ............................................................. 5
Floating & Front To Back Hitch Adjustments ............................ 5
Leveling The Mower
Three And Four Gauge Wheels ......................................... 6
Two Rear Gauge Wheels & Support Chains ..................... 6
Cutting Height Adjustment ....................................................... 7
Transporting ............................................................................. 7
Mowing Instructions & Adjustments ........................................ 7
Operating Instructions .............................................................. 8
Operating Check List ................................................................ 8
Specifications ........................................................................... 8
Maintenance ............................................................................. 9
Lubrication ................................................................................ 9
Storage ..................................................................................... 10
Options
Anti-Scalping Roller Assembly Instructions ....................... 10
Chain Kit Assembly Instructions ........................................ 11
Trouble Shooting ...................................................................... 12
Warranty ................................................................................... 13
Record your model number and serial number in the
space providedbelow. Besure to bring this information
with you to your dealer when ordering parts or attachments for your Grooming Mower.
SERIAL NUMBER ____________________________
MODEL NUMBER ____________________________
DATE PURCHASED __________________________
PARTS DRAWINGS
48" Flat Deck Mower Deck ....................................................... 14
Flat Deck Mower Belt Drive ..................................................... 16
Comer Gearbox Assembly .......................................................18
IEG Gearbox Assembly............................................................. 20
Gauge Wheel Assembly ........................................................... 22
Power Take-Off ........................................................................24
Options
Front Anti-Scalping Roller .................................................. 25
Chain Kit ............................................................................ 26
Safety Decal Placement ........................................................... 27
Mower Decal Placement .......................................................... 28
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SAFETY RULES
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Most accidents are the result of negligence and carelessness, usually caused by failure of the
operator to followsimple but necessary safety precautions. The followingsafety precautions are
suggested to helpprevent such accidents. The safe operation of any machinery is a big concern
to consumers and manufacturers. Your 48" Grooming Mower has been designed with many
built-in safety features. However, no one should operate this machine before carefully reading
this Owner’s Manual.
1. DO NOT allow anyone to operate this machine who has not been properly trained in its safe
operation.
2. Keep all guards and shields in place and secure.
3. Always use proper PTO speed or machine damage may result. This mower is designed to
be used with a tractor having a 540 rear PTO.
4. DO NOT let children operate the mower.
5. NEVER allow passengers.
6. DO NOT allow anyone but the operator near the mower when operating.
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7. Before performing maintenance or making adjustments on the mower, shut off the tractor,
disengage PTO, remove key from ignition, wait for all moving parts to stop and lock brakes
before dismounting tractor. Be sure mower is securely blocked on safe supporting stands
or set completely on the ground.
8. After striking an object, disengage PTO, shut off tractor and inspect for damage before continuing.
9. DO NOT operate mower too close to ditches. Be alert for holes and gullies. Travel slowly
over rough terrain.
10. Transport mower only in a raised position.
11. Stop engine before leaving tractor.
12. Becertain the tractoris in neutralor park positionand the PTO is disengaged before starting
engine.
13. Check periodically for loose hardware and tighten if necessary.
14. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from moving parts. Wearproper eye protection to prevent injury from flying objects.
15. Mower should be lowered to the ground before engaging PTO and be sure that no one is
near the machine. When traveling on public roads, use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to operators of other vehicles. Comply with all Federal, State and Local
Laws.
16. Before mowing, clear the area of objects and debris that could become entangled in the
blades or thrown from the mower.
17. NEVER operate the mower while in raised transport position. Disengage the PTO when
raised for transport or backing up.
18. In order to maintain steering control, ballast may need to be added to tractor. To determine
the amount of ballast required refer to your tractor operator’s manual.
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SAFETY RULES (CON’T.)
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19. When used in certain sandy soil conditions, there can be severe erosive wearing of the
blade at the lift or wing area. This can cause pieces of the blade to separate and be discharged from the mower. These particles can cause injury or damage and may create the
blade to become unbalanced and dangerous to operate.
SAFETY DECALS
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DANGER
ROTATING CUTTING BLADE
* Do not put hands or feet under or into any part of this mower
deck or discharge chute
818-143C
CAUTION
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OPERATE ONLY WITH
540 RPM PTO
818-130C
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1. AVOID BODILY INJURY
Objects may be thrown great distances by cutting blades
rotating under deck.
2. BEFORE WORKING ON MOWER:
Disengage power, shut off engine, and make sure blades
have stopped rotating.
DANGER
818-141C
ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
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ROTATING CUTTING BLADE
*Do not put hands or feet under or into any part of this mower deck
or discharge chute
*OBJECTS MAY BE THROWN FROM MOWER
* Clear lawn of debris and objects
* Do Not mow with by standards in area
*DO NOT OPERATE MOWER WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE
DANGER
818-140C
--IMPORTANT--
* Your Grooming Mower comes equipped with all safety decals in place.
* Always keep safety decals clean and legible.
* Replace all damaged or missing safety decals. To order new safety decals go to your
Land Pride Dealer and reference part numbers as shown on page 27.
* To install new safety decals:
A) Clean the area the decal is to be placed. (Refer to page 27.)
B) Peel backing from decal and press firmly onto surface.
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NUT & BOLT TORQUING CHART
This chart is based on torque requirements in foot pounds for grade 5 bolts.
BOLT DIAMETER MINIMUM TORQUE MAXIMUM TORQUE BOLT DIAMETER MINIMUM TORQUE MAXIMUM TORQUE
1/4" 9 11 3/4" 270 324
5/16" 17 20 7/8" 400 480
3/8" 35 42 1" 580 696
7/16" 54 64 1 1/8" 800 880
1/2" 80 96 1 1/4" 1120 1240
9/16" 110 132 1 3/8" 1460 1680
5/8" 150 180 1 1/2" 1940 2200
NOTE: Torque requirements listed above do not apply to self-locking nuts. For self-locking nuts increase torque
requirements listed above by 15%.
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
This mower is designed with a 3-Point category I
hitch. Horsepowerrating oftractor shouldnot exceed
26 PTO horse power.
NOTE: In order to maintain steering control, ballast may
have to be added to your tractor. To determine whether
or not to add ballast, refer to your tractor operator’s manual.
CAUTION! DO NOT OVER SPEED PTO OR MACHINE DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
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THIS MOWER IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WITH A TRACTOR USING A 540 RPM REAR
PTO.
GEAR BOX GEAR LUBE
Before operating this unit, 80-90 EP Gear Lube must be added to the gearbox(s) as indicated in the maintenance
lubrication section (Page 9) of this manual. See your Land Pride Dealer for part number 821-012C Gear Lube.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Your 25 Series Grooming Mower is shipped to you almost completely assembled. Remove the protective plastic
wrap from the mower deck. Using a safe lifting device, set the mower deck on a safe supporting stand. Remove
loose components - gauge wheels, gauge wheel arms and miscellaneous hardware from the top of deck. Carefully
follow the instructions below for final assembly.
UPPER HITCH ARMS -
Refer to the parts illustration on page 14:
1. Loosen 5/8" x 1 1/2" long bolts (#18) and swing up-
per hitch (#21) up to a vertical position. Remove 5/8" x
5" long bolt (#25) and install upper hitch brace (#22) upper pivoting hitch (#23) and hitch spacer (#24) with 5/8"
x 5" long bolt (#25)as shown in parts illustration. Refer
to Fig. 1 on page 5, for bolting location of upper hitch
brace (#22) and tighten hardware to listed torque
above.
GAUGE WHEEL ASSEMBLY - 2 FRONT GAUGE
WHEELS & 4 GAUGE WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Refer to the parts illustration on page 22:
onpage 7). Secure shaft towheel arm with 1/4" lock pin
(#5). Be sure all the spacers are arranged the same on
each wheel assembly. Tighten all hardware to listed
torque.
GAUGE WHEEL ASSEMBLY - 3 GAUGE WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Refer to the parts illustration on page 22:
1. Bolt the gauge wheel arms (#1) to the mounting
channels on the mower frame using 3/8" x 3" long bolt
(#13).
2. Rear Single Gauge Wheel: Bolt the gauge wheel
arm (#18) to the mounting channels of the mower frame
using 3/8" x 1 1/4" Long Bolts (#19).
1. Bolt the gauge wheel arms (#1)-front gauge wheel
(#17)-rear gauge wheel, to the mounting channels on
the mower frame using 3/8" x 3" long bolt (#13).
2. Insert the 1" diameter shaft of the gauge wheel yoke
(#6) into the bushings on the gauge wheel arm, noting
the amount of spacers added to top or bottom depending on cutting height (see "Cutting Height Adjustments"
3. Insert the 1" diameter shaft of the gauge wheel yoke
(#6) into the bushings on the gauge wheel arm, noting
the amount of spacers added to top or bottom depending on cutting height (see "Cutting Height Adjustments"
onpage 7). Secure shaft towheel arm with 1/4" lock pin
(#5). Be sure all the spacers are arranged the same on
each wheel assembly. Tighten all hardware to listed
torque.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (CON’T.)
GRASS CHUTE ASSEMBLY -
Refer to the parts illustration on page 14:
1. Loosen upper pivot bolt (#9) and remove lower
thumb screw (#17).
2. Hinge chute down and install thumb screw and flat
TRACTOR HOOK-UP
1. Be certain that tractor draw bar will not interfere.
Move draw bar ahead or remove if required. Draw bar
shouldalso be checkedfor clearance whenunit is being
raised for the first time.
2. Align lower link arms of tractor to hitch clevises on
mower. Insert lower hitch pins into lower ball swivels
and attach lynch pins.
POWERSHAFT INSTALLATION
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washer (#13) and (#17). When set at position desired,
tighten down upper pivot bolt and lock nut (#9) and
(#10). DO NOT tighten completely. Allow chute to
hinge. Lock down lower thumb screw with flat washer
(#13) and (#17).
DO NOT in any condition operate mower with chute
removed from this position.
3. Referring to fig. 1, attach tractor top link to upper
floating hitch on mower with pin supplied. Secure with
lock pin.
4. Adjust the tractor top link in or out to place the upper
hitch pin vertically above the lower hitch pins as shown
in fig. 1(below) to allow mower flotation.
1. Slide powershaft end with extended safety cone
over splined shaft of the gearbox and secure with attaching device.
2. Slidepowershaft over the tractor’s splinedPTO shaft
and secure with locking device of powershaft.
3. Powershaft should now be moved back and forth to
insure that it is secure on the PTO shaft of the tractor
and mower gearbox.
4. Should the powershaft require shortening:
CAUTION! TRACTOR PTO SHIELD AND ALL MOWER GUARDS MUST BE IN
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The 3-point hitch system on this mower has been designed for front to back flotation when mowing on uneven terrain. The lower 3-point hitch blocks also are
adjustablefrom frontto back for additional fieldfloat and
tractor clearance. The lower hitch blocks have a large
pivot pin and a smaller locking pin, page 14 (#4) & (#5).
When operating a mower equipped with four gauge
wheels do not use lock pin (#4) unless desired for transport.
PLACE AT ALL TIMES DURING OPERATION!
FLOATING AND FRONT TO BACK HITCH ADJUSTMENTS
a. Hold the half-shafts next to each other in the
shortest working position and mark them.
b. Shorten inner and outer guard tubes equally.
c. Shorten inner and outer sliding profiles by the
same length as the guard tubes.
d. Proper overlap is a minimum of one-half the
length of each tube, with both tubes being of
equal length.
e. Round off all sharp edges and remove burrs.
Grease sliding profiles.
The mower can be operated with hitch blocks in either
position. Depending upon the use of front gauge
wheels, the lower hitch blocks can be used without the
locking pin. If mower is not equipped with front gauge
wheels and leveling chains are used, the locking pin
should be installed. The lower hitch blocks and top link
rear braces can be adjusted front to back as shown in
fig. 1.
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Fig. 1
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LEVELING THE MOWER
THREE AND FOUR GAUGE WHEELS
NOTE: Tractor and mower should be on level ground.
1. Set lower hitches and upper floating hitch, as shown
in fig. 1 on page 5.
2. Start tractor and raise mower, watching that tractor
draw bar (if not removed) does not interfere with mower.
3. Slowlylower the moweruntil gaugewheels touchthe
ground and the lower mower 3-point hitch bars are parallel to the ground in floating position. Set tractor 3point stop.
4. Set park brake and turn off tractor. Remove key
from ignition.
TWO REAR GAUGE WHEELS IN REAR AND SUPPORT CHAINS
FRONT TO REAR:
NOTE: Tractor and mower should be on level ground.
1. Set the lower hitches and upper floating hitch as
shown in fig. 1 on page 5.
2. Start tractor and raise mower, watching that tractor
draw bar (if not removed) does not interfere with mower.
3. Slowly lower mower until gauge wheels touch the
ground and with mower deck close to level.
4. Setpart brake and turnoff tractor. Remove key from
ignition.
5. Rotate mower blades parallel to direction of travel.
Measurecutting edge to ground clearance on eachside
of the mower.
6. Measure the clearance from the cutting edge to the
ground at front and rear of the blade. This measurement should be equal or have the blade at the front of
the mower not more than 1/2" lower than the blade at
the rear of the mower.
5. Adjust the tractor top link in or out to place the upper
hitchpin vertically above the lower hitch pin as shown in
fig. 1 on page 5, to allow mower flotation.
6. Rotate blades parallel to direction of travel.
7. Measure the clearance from the cutting edge to the
ground at front and rear of the blade. This measurement should be equal or have the blade at the front of
the mower not more than 1/2" lower than the blade at
the rear of the mower.
SIDE TO SIDE:
1. Set lower hitches and upper floating hitch at desired
setting as shown in fig. 1 on page 5.
2. Start tractor and raise mower, watching that tractor
draw bar (if not removed) does not interfere with mower.
3. Slowlylower the moweruntil gaugewheels touchthe
ground.
4. Set park brake and turn off tractor.
5. With discharge chute hinged out of the way, rotate
blade 90 degrees to direction of travel. If unequal, adjust one lower lift link of tractor 3-point hitch to level
mower.
6. Adjust lift chains to be tight by placing chains into
slots on lower chain brackets. Be sure to connect the
same link on both sides. Install chain connector. Secure excess chain links together with the two tie straps
included.
7. Use tractor 3-point top link to level the blade front to
back. Set tractor control when level.
8. Adjust lift chains to be tight by placing chains into
slots on lower chain brackets. Be sure to connect the
same link on both sides. Install plastic plugs. Secure
excess chain links together with the two tie straps included.
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CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
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1. Usingthe tractor, raise the mower off the groundand
support under it with secure blocking so not to let the
mower drift down during maintenance.
2. Holding wheel and yoke assembly up, remove quicklock pin from top of gauge wheel spindle. Position full
length spacers and half spacer as required. Allspacers
on top of spindle tube allows for approximately 1" cut-
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CAUTION! ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE, SHUT OFF TRACTOR, REMOVE KEY
ting height. Adjustments range from 1" to a maximum of
5 1/2" in 1/2" increments. Refer to "Leveling Mower" on
page 6.
NOTE: If equipped with only rear gage wheels, the
mower must be leveled front to rear each time this adjustment is made.
AND DISENGAGE PTO BEFORE MAKING ANY HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS!
TRANSPORTING
IMPORTANT: Always disengage PTO before raising the mower to transport position.
1. When raising the mower to the transport position, be
surethat powershaft doesnot contact tractoror mower.
Adjust the tractor’s 3-point hitch lift height so that the
PTO shaft does not contact mower deck.
2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning; and, leave enough clearance so the mower does
not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees or fences.
3. Select a safe ground travel speed when transporting
fromone area to another. When travelingon roadways,
transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may
pass you safely.
4. When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor to a lower gear.
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CAUTION! WHEN TRAVELING ON PUBLIC ROADS, WHETHER AT NIGHT OR
DURING THE DAY, USE ACCESSORY LIGHTS AND DEVICES FOR ADEQUATE WARNING
TO OPERATORS OF OTHER VEHICLES. COMPLY WITH ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND
LOCAL LAWS.
MOWING INSTRUCTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS
1. Clear the area to be mowed of objects and debris
that might be picked up and thrown by the mower
blades.
2. Grass is best cut when it is dry. Mowing wet grass
cancause plugging resultingin grassclumps behindthe
mower.
3. Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter clippings deteriorate faster.
4. If mowing extremely tall grass, it is best to raise
5. cutting height and mow the area, then lower cutting
height and mow a second time at the desired height.
6. Thismower is equipped with an adjustable grass discharge chute. Adjustments can be made by loosening
the bolts on the front and rear of mower chute. With the
mower chute in the raised operating position, grass is
expelled away from the mower for a more even distribution of grass clippings. Lowering the mower chute will
decrease the distance the grass is discharged from the
mower.
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CAUTION! WHEN MOWING IN SANDY SOIL AREAS, WEAR MAY OCCUR TO
YOUR MOWER BLADES CAUSED FROM SAND EROSION. FREQUENT INSPECTION
SHOULD BE MADE AND BLADES REPLACED IF DAMAGED.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE beginning to mow, the following inspection should be performed:
1. Check oil level in gearbox. Refer to "Maintenance"
& "Lubrication" on page 9 of this manual.
2. Check that all plugs in gearbox have been replaced
and tightened properly.
3. Be sure all mower blades, bolts and nuts are tight.
4. Be certain all guards and shields are in place and secure.
5. Grease PTO shaft and all other grease fittings.
6. Clear the area to be mowed of rocks, branches and
other foreign objects.
7. Lower mower to ground. Set tractor throttle at approximately 1/4 open. Engage PTO to start blades rotating.
8. Operate with 540 rpm PTO tractor.
9. At first begin mowing at a slow forward speed and
shiftup untilthe desired speed is achieved- maintaining
540 PTO rpm.
10. Mower blades will cut better at a faster blade speed
than at reduced throttle.
11. Mowing should not be done in wet conditions as
grass will stick to blades and the under side of mower
deck.
12. After mowingthe first 50 feet, stop and check to see
that the mower is adjusted properly.
13. DO NOT make sharp turns or attempt to back up
while mower is on the ground.
14. DO NOT engage PTO with mower in the fullyraised
position. DO NOT engage PTO at full throttle.
OPERATING CHECK LIST
Proper servicing and adjustments is the key to the long
life of any machine. With careful and systematic inspection of the mower, you can avoid costly maintenance,
time and repair.
For Safety reasons, each maintenance opera-
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tion must be performed with the tractor’s PTO disengaged, the mower lowered completely, tractor
engine shut off and ignition key removed.
SERVICE DAILY:
1. Grease the PTO u-joint.
2. Check that all bolts are tight.
SPECIFICATIONS
CUTTING WIDTH ....................................................48"
OVERALL WIDTH..............................................58 1/2"
HEIGHT ...................................................................36"
LENGTH (4 WHEEL) ...............................................56"
WEIGHT................................................................ 399#
CUTTING HEIGHT...........................................1"-5 1/2"
DECK MATERIAL..........................................10 Gauge
THICKNESS
BLADES - 2................................1/4" X 2 1/2" X 24 7/8"
BLADE OVERLAP ............................................... 1 1/2"
BLADE TIP SPEED ....................................15,745FPM
1/2" Increments
Heat Treated
Alloy Steel
LUBRICATE EVERY 50 HOURS OF OPERATION:
1. With the mower on level ground, check the oil level
in the gearbox by removing the plug in the side of the
box. The oil should reach the plug hole. Fill if necessary with SAE 90 oil and retighten both plugs. DO NOT
OVERFILL! Should your gearbox require service, take
it to your LAND PRIDE dealer.
IMPORTANT: Mower should be level when checking or adding oil to the gearbox!
BLADE SPINDLES........................................Greasable
HITCH....................................................Cat. 1 Floating
Clevis
GAUGE WHEELS:..........................................Castered
1 REAR 2 FRONT 10 1/4 x 3 1/4
Solid Tire
GAUGE WHEELS:..........................................Castered
2 REAR 2 FRONT 10 1/4 x 3 1/4
OPTIONAL Solid Tire
CASTER WHEEL...............................1" Diameter With
SPINDLE Greasable Bushing
DRIVE TRAIN ........................................540 RPM PTO
Gearbox
2.5:1 Ratio
Beveled Gears
Cast Iron Housing
Single V-Belt
GRASS CHUTE...............................Hinged-Adjustable
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