Land Pride FM3188 User's Manual
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1. Tractor Hook Up Figure 1 2 10 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Land Pride Section 1 Assembly and Set up Table of Contents Driveline Minimum Length Refer to Figure 1 4 1 Start tractor and slowly engage 3 point controls to move lower arms until the gearbox shaft is approximately level with the tractor s PTO shaft 2 Slide inner yoke of driveline over the gearbox shaft and secure with locking collar 3 Slide outer yoke of driveline over the tractor PTO shaft and secure with locking collar Skip to Driveline Maximum Allowable Length if driveline fits 4 The driveline will require shortening if it does not fit between tractor and mower Shorten driveline as follows a Raise or lower 3 point lower arms until mower and tractor PTO shafts are approximately level with each other Securely block Flail Mower frame in this position b Set tractor in park shut tractor engine off set park brake and remove switch key c Pull driveline apart into two sections as shown in Figure 1 4 Attach outer driveline universal joint to the tractor PTO shaft Attach inner driveline universal joint to the gearbox shaft Pull on each driveline section to be sure universal joints are secured to the shafts d Hold driveline sections parallel to each other to determine if they are too long The inner and outer shields on each section should end approximately 1 short of reaching the uni2. 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 19 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication Cutter Rotor Bearing Both Ends a Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease 24864 20 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Section 5 Specifications amp Capacities Table of Contents FM31 amp FM41 Series Flail Mowers Knives FM3188 FM4188 Cutting Width 88 88 Overall Width 96 96 Height 45 Depth 43 Approximate Machine Weight 1300 Ibs 1323 Ibs Cutting Capacity 1 2 Cutting Height 1 2 6 Deck Material Thickness 3 16 Fine Cut Knives Hammer Knives Rotor Shaft Speed 2140 RPM Rotor Diameter 5 1 2 Rotor Rotation Reverse Knife Tip Speed 9805 fpm Number of Knives 48 24 Fine cutting knives Forged hammer knives Hitch Type Cat and Il offset hitch Offset Hitch 7 3 4 Left amp Right Manual Screw Type Driveline Cat 4 Belt Type 3 C Section belts Gearbox Type 540 RPM with internal over running Clutch Gearbox Rating 80 HP Gearbox Lubrication SAE EP 90W Rear Roller Diameter 5 1 2 Brush Rake Teeth NA 13 each 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 21 Table of Contents Section 6 Features and Benefits FM31 amp FM41 Series Flail Mowers 88 Cutting width A good cutting width for ma
3. Machinery Safely A Comply with state and local laws A 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 A Sudden braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes oO x MN A 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 A IMPORTANT Do not tow a load that is more than double the weight of tractor Practice Safe Maintenance A Understand procedure before doing work Use proper tools and equipment refer to Operator s Manual for additional information A Work in a clean dry area A Lower the implement to the ground put tractor in park turn off engine and remove key before preforming maintenance A Allow implement to cool completely fo fo A Do not grease or oil implement while it is in operation A Inspect all parts Make sure parts are in good condition amp installed properly A Remove buildup of grease oil or debris A Remove all tools and unused parts from implement before operation by Le 2 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Important Safety Information Table of Con
4. expressed or implied While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual Land Pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Land Pride reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication and may not reflect the product in the future Land Pride is a registered trademark All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Printed in the United States of America FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Table of Contents 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 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 Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment who has not fully read and comprehended this manual
5. locator at landpride com 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 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 Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card ACAUTION To avoid Injury or Machine Damage Operate only wit 940 rpm PIQ 818 1306 Rev B 818 130C Caution To avoid injury GUARD MISSING When this is visible DO NOT OPERAT ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD can cause Serious Injury or Death Si no entiende ingles se prefiere que busque q alguien que interprete las instrucciones para usted PHDC 6 818 543C Danger Guard Missing 4 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Important Safety Information Table of Contents injury or and Operator s manual before using on the troclor or mower Never h guards installed and in good condition y with ipped with ROPS and r all moving parts to 818 558C Warning General es pida ayuda a alguien que para que le lradu
6. Table of Contents Flail Mowers FM3188 amp FM4188 24864 E 309 523M Operator s Manual instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Read the Operator s manual entirely When you see this symbol the subsequent Copyright 2007 Printed 3 21 07 Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit Table of Contents Important Safety Information 1 Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication 16 Safety at All Times 00 0055 1 Maintenance 0 cee es 16 Look For The Safety Alert Symbol 1 Trash Removal amp Rotor Knife Access 16 Safety Labels 0 000 c eee eee 4 Rotor Knife Replacement 16 Introduction onesie oneee eeeee ame de weet 7 FM3188 Cutting Knife Replacement 17 say FM4188 Hammer Knife Replacement 17 Application rrak iv iwi wi iwi Pk i eee 7 V Belt Installation nnna anaana 17 Using This Manual 2222000055 7 Storage 2 1 6 cee ee 17 Terminology n cn sdawe dose bewe dere a 7 S Definitions 7 Lubrication asana aaaea 18 a Driveline Shaft U Joints 18 Owner Assistance 0 0 cere ee eee 7 hae l Driveline Profiles 0005 18 Serial Number Plate 7 Inner Tube Bearings 18 Further Assist
7. ance 005 8 i Gearbox cciocwas oor a a aS 19 Section 1 Assembly and Set up 9 3 Point Hitch Slide 0 0 0 0 eee 19 Tractor Requirements 20 00ee 9 Roller Bearing Both Ends 20 Hitch Assembly 0 00000 eee eee 9 Cutter Rotor Bearing Both Ends 20 Tractor Hook Up 0 0000 eee 10 Section 5 Specifications amp Capacities 21 Driveline Installation 10 Driveline Minimum Length 11 Section 6 Features and Benefits 22 r a cic Toa PenigIn uiia 5 Section 7 Troubleshooting 23 ection 2 Operating Instructions 1 j g Section 8 Appendix 24 Transporting ioar Er EEEE EEEE ENEE EEEE DES 12 Mowing Instructions n sousunu unauna 12 Torque Values Chart sees eee 24 Brush Rake Teeth ceccceccecces 12 Warranty si Sa Ga Vad A AA A A EEEE EEE EEEE EEEE EEE EE 25 Operating Instructions saaana aaa 12 General Operating Instructions 13 Section 3 Adjustments 14 Leveling the Mower 14 Cutting Height Adjustment 14 Mower Hitch Adjustments 14 Belt Tension Adjustment 15 Brush Rake Teeth Adjustment 15 Copyright 2007 All rights Reserved Land Pride provides this publication as is without warranty of any kind either
8. and record maximum allowable length shown in Figure 1 5 4 Attach inner driveline yoke to gearbox shaft and outer driveline yoke to tractor s PTO shaft 5 The driveline should now be moved back and forth to insure that both ends are secured to the PTO shafts Reattach any end that is loose IMPORTANT The two supplied safety chains must be attached to outer and inner driveline yoke shields and to the mower deck and tractor to keep driveline shields from rotating 6 Hook one driveline safety chain in the hole on the outer driveline yoke shield and the opposite end to the tractor 7 Hook the second driveline safety chain in the hole on the inner driveline yoke shield and the opposite end to the mower 8 Start tractor and raise Flail Mower just enough to remove support blocks used in step 4a 9 Slowly engage tractor s 3 point controls to lower mower Check for sufficient drawbar clearance Move drawbar ahead aside or remove if required 10 Raise and lower implement to find the maximum possible extended driveline length Check to make certain that the driveline has not extended beyond the maximum allowable length recorded in step 3 of this section 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 11 Table of Contents Section 2 Operating Instructions Transporting NOTE Always disengage PTO before raising mower to transport position 1 When raising mower to transport position be sure drivel
9. and who has not been properly trained in the safe operation of the equipment A Operator should be familiar with all functions of the unit A Operate implement from the driver s seat only A Make sure all guards and shields are in place and secured before operating the implement A Do not leave tractor or implement unattended with engine running A Dismounting from a moving tractor could cause serious injury or death A Do not stand between the tractor and implement during hitching A Keep hands feet and clothing away from power driven parts A Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts A Watch out for wires trees etc when raising implement Make sure all persons are clear of working area A Turning tractor too tight may cause implement to ride up on wheels This could result in injury or equipment damage equipment hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness concern prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation transport maintenance and storage of equipment Be Aware of Signal Words A Signal word designates a degree or level of hazard seriousness The signal words are A 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 guard
10. d bodily harm 1 Remove belt guard fender 1 and belt cover 2 2 Remove belt tension by loosening the belt tension bolt 3 until belt can be removed 3 Remove old belts from pulleys and install new belts 4 Tighten belt tension bolt See Belt Tension Adjustment on page 15 5 Reinstall belt guard 2 and belt guard fender 1 6 Tighten bolts to the proper torque Refer to Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes Page 24 Belt Installation Figure 4 5 Storage Clean the Flail Mower at the end of the working season or when the mower will not be used for a long period 1 Clean off any dirt or grease that may have accumulated on the mower and moving parts Scrape off compacted dirt from under the hood and then wash the surface thoroughly with a garden hose A coating of oil may also be applied to the area to minimize oxidation 2 Check rotor knives and knife bolts for wear and replace if necessary See Rotor Knife Replacement on page 16 3 Inspect for loose damaged or worn parts and adjust or replace as needed 4 Lubricate as noted in the Lubrication portion of this section starting on page 18 5 Store mower in a clean dry place The unit should be positioned on a flat surface with jack stands lowered to suitable 3 Point height Ensure that the main frame is stable 6 Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent rust Ask your dealer for Aerosol Land Pride touc
11. d position the adjustable stops on the tractor s hydraulic lift lever control console so the cutter can be consistently returned to the same cutting and transport height You should now be ready to move to the cutting site to begin mowing You should have inspected and should only be cutting in an area you are familiar with which is relatively free of debris and unseen objects Never assume an area is clear Extremely tall grass or brush should be cut twice to detect potential hazards In the event you do strike an object stop the tractor and mower immediately to inspect the rotor and make any necessary repairs before resuming operation It pays to inspect a new area and to develop a plan before you cut Normal mowing speed will be between 2 5 mph and you will need to maintain tractor PTO speed to produce a clean cut so make a tractor gear and range selection that will maintain this combination Generally the quality of cut or degree of debris pulverization will be better at lower ground speeds and cutting denser ground cover or heavier brush may create the need to slow down Always cut downward on slopes and avoid crossing the face of steep slopes Avoid sharp drops and cross diagonally through dips to prevent hanging up the tractor and mower Slow down in turns and avoid sharp turns if at all possible Remember to look back often Now you re prepared and well briefed so lets begin cutting Reduce the tractor s engine rom make sure th
12. e mower is on the ground and in cutting position engage the PTO raise the engine rpm to the appropriate PTO speed and begin mowing Operators must plan ahead and choose a cutting route that allows safe turns Try increasing or decreasing ground speed to determine the effect on quality of cut With a little practice you will be pleased with what you and your Land Pride Flail Mower can do If you are cutting with an FM4188 and using the hammer knives and the standard brush rake teeth you will accumulate and force more material into the rotor for pulverization This will require more horsepower and will cause you to slow down especially if you are encountering material up to 2 in diameter The fine cutting knives on the FM3188 are much better suited for a finer quality of cut in grass cutting applications and in no case should fine cut blades be used for cutting material greater than 1 in diameter When you are done mowing need to take a break or just need to make a few adjustments to the mower remember to always do the following Reduce the tractor s engine rpm disengage the PTO stop on level ground set the park brake turn off the engine and remove the key 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 13 Table of Contents Section 3 Adjustments f A CAUTION Engage parking brake shut off tractor remove key and disengage PTO before making any adjustments A CAUTION Secure mower with special support
13. ed For Your Protection A Thoroughly read and understand the Safety Label section read all instructions noted on them 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 may also be used to alert against unsafe practices A 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 A Lower machine to ground put tractor in park turn off engine and remove the key A Detach and store implements in a area where children normally do not play Secure implement by using blocks and supports 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 1 Important Safety Information Table of Contents Land Pride These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual Use Safety Lights and Devices A 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 A Flashing warning lights and turn signals are recommended whenever driving on public roads Use lights and devices provided with implement a Sady CN YT _ _ be Le ZININN ZININNS Transport
14. ers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Introduction Table of Contents Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners This implement has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials Proper assembly maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from this product Application The heavy duty FM3188 and FM4188 Series Flail Mowers are designed and built to provide excellent cutting performance on gently sloping or slightly contoured right of ways roadsides ditches pastures nurseries and smaller fields of row crop debris stalks and residual agricultural growth Both are capable of cutting 88 wide and 1 2 to 6 high The three point Cat hitch is designed to be used on tractors with a maximum 80 PTO horsepower Their hitch is designed with a screw type crank adjustment for 7 3 4 offset capability to the left or right making this mower even more desirable for cutting in and around trees with extremely low hanging branches Its horizontal rotor cutting design greatly reduces the potential of launching projectiles out from under the mower making it an excellent choice for state and municipal mowing applications Both models are complete with a 540 rom Cat 4 driveline The FM3188 model equipped with fine cutting knives will perform extremely well cutting material up to 1 in diameter or provide a very respectable qualit
15. h up paint 821 011C 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 17 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication Lubrication Lubrication lt Multi purpose Multi purpose A Multi purpose 50 Intervals in hours at which Legend spray lube HI grease lube o oil lube hrs lubrication is required aS Driveline Shaft U Joints Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity 4 to 8 Pumps Driveline Profiles Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity Clean amp coat inner profile tube of driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble Inner Tube Bearings Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As Required 18 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication As i bd Required Gearbox Type of Lubrication SAE EP 90W Gear Lube Check oil level in gearbox by removing the plug located on the right hand side Oil should be level with bottom of plug hole Add oil if necessary by removing top fill plug and side plug Add oil until it flows from side plug hole Do not overfill Should your gearbox require service take it to your LAND PRIDE dealer IMPORTANT The mower should be level when checking oil in gearbox 3 Point Hitch Slide 4 Places Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease
16. he matter with your dealership service manager making sure he is aware of any problems you may have and that he has had the opportunity to assist you 2 Ifyou are still not satisfied seek out the owner or general manager of the dealership explain the problem and request assistance 3 For further 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 8 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Section 1 Assembly and Set up Table of Contents Tractor Requirements Tractor horse power rating should be between 35 amp 80 PTO horsepower Tractors outside this horsepower range must not be used The rear power take off PTO speed must be capable 540 RPM and have a 1 3 8 6 spline A 3 Point Category or Il hitch is required The lower 3 Point arms must be stabilized to prevent side to side movement Most tractors have sway blocks or adjustable chains for this purpose NOTE Ballast may need to be added to your tractor to maintain steering control Refer to your tractor s operator manual to determine if additional ballast is needed Hitch Assembly Refer to Figure 1 1 The hitch is disassembled for ease in shipping 1 Remove lock nuts 5 and bolts 4 Pull tubes 2 and 3 back as shown 24866 Remove lock nut 13 and bolt 12 Pull adjustment rod 7 back as shown As
17. ine does not contact tractor or mower Adjust and set tractor s 3 point lift height so that the driveline does not contact mower deck in the fully raised position 2 Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning leaving enough clearance so that the mower does not contact obstacles such as buildings trees or fences 3 Select a safe ground travel speed when transporting from one area to another When traveling on roadways transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may pass safely 4 When traveling over rough or hilly terrain shift tractor to a lower gear A CAUTION When traveling on public roads whether at night or during the day use accessory light and devices for adequate warning to operators of other vehicles Comply with all federal state and local laws Mowing Instructions A DANGER Gearbox shields must be secured in place when operating to avoid injury or death from entanglement in rotating drivelines A DANGER Flail Mowers have the ability to discharge objects at high speeds if guards and safety shields are not in place and closed A warning The FM3188 is designed to cut grass and brush up to 1 diameter and the FM4188 will cut up to 2 diameter brush Using this mower for another type of work can damage the cutting components drive components mower frame and tractor 1 Clear area to be mowed of objects and debris that might be picked up and thrown by the mower blades Do not use
18. ion of clippings Hinged rear gate Can be opened for easier discharge in heavy conditions or left closed for greater mulching capabilities Height adjusting roller Rear height adjusting roller with greaseable bearings and tapered ends to prevent gouging during turns Scrapers Standard scrapers on rear height adjusting roller keeps roller clean for consistent cutting height High knife tip speed Knife tip speed of 9 805 fom for cleaner cut 22 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Section 7 Troubleshooting Table of Contents resem SR A CAUTION Do not try to clean rear discharge area when mower is running Bodily harm may occur Belt slipping Patches of uncut grass Unplug and clean mower deck Remove belt guard shields and clean sheaves Replace belt Mow at full throttle 540 PTO rpm check PTO speed and tractor engine Shift transmission to a lower gear Tighten belts Replace missing knives or hammers Excessive vibration Gearbox noisy Knives scalping grass Replace knives or hammers Replace drive belt Replace pulleys or align Remove belt guard shields amp clean debris from belt area amp sheaves Check lubricant level Raise cutting height by adjusting roller Change mowing pattern Reduce speed turns Uneven cut Tractor loaded down by mower Shift to a lower gear Level mower Replace missing knives or ham
19. ith Cover Closed Figure 4 1 Rotor Knife Access Shown With Cover Open Figure 4 2 16 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication Table of Contents FM3188 Cutting Knife Replacement Refer to Figure 4 3 The cutting knives have a cutting edge on both the leading and trailing edges When the leading edge wears out turn existing pair of knives around 180 degrees and reinstall Replacement knives should be the same length as existing knives to maintain rotor balance 1 Remove nylock nut 1 bolt 2 and spacers 3 2 Remove existing cutting knives 4 or turn existing pair of knives around 180 degrees and reinstall 3 Install cutting knife with existing bolt spacers and nylock nut 4 Tighten nylock nut to proper torque as listed in the Torque Values Chart on page 24 Fine Cutting Knives FM3188 Only Figure 4 3 FM4188 Hammer Knife Replacement Refer to Figure 4 4 Replacement knives should be the same length as existing knives to maintain rotor balance 1 Remove nylock nut 1 and bolt 2 2 Remove old hammer knife 3 and install new knife with existing bolt and nylock nut 3 Tighten nylock nut to proper torque as listed in the Torque Values Chart on page 24 Hammer Knives FM4188 Only Figure 4 4 V Belt Installation Refer to Figure 4 5 A CAUTION Belt drive system is under spring tension use care to avoi
20. mers Mow at full throttle 540 PTO rpm Shift to a lower gear Clean mower 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 23 Table of Contents Section 8 Appendix a Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification Bolt Size Bolt Size 8 8 Inc hes Metric class 6 8 class 6 8 Class 10 9 mm x pitch N m ft lb me fra be hM le he f msxos a 8 5 6 13 10 18 14 5 16 18 11 24 17 33 25 5 16 24 17 13 26 19 37 27 31 22 47 35 67 49 7 16 14 43 32 67 49 95 70 7 16 20 49 36 75 55 105 78 mezis fee fao fios ze tas Mos 1 2 20 75 55 115 85 165 120 9 16 12 95 70 150 110 4210 155 9 16 18 105 79 165 120 235 170 5 8 18 150 110 230 170 3825 240 3 4 10 235 170 360 265 510 375 3 4 16 260 190 405 295 570 420 250 185 640 475 9o05 670 340 250 875 le45 11230 910 370 275 955 705 11350 995 1120 2100 M3ox2 1060 785 teso 1240 11 8 12 540 395 1210 890 1960 1440 ure 680 500 1520 1120 2460 1820 M36 X2 1880 1380 2960 2190 4100 13220 750 555 1680 1240 2730 2010 1 1 4 12 1 in tpi nominal thread diameter in inches threads per inch 13 8 12 1010 745 2270 1670 3680 2710 3 ft Ib foot pounds 1 1 2 6 1180 1950 4290 3160 4mm x pitch nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread 11 2 12 1330 980 2970 2190 4820 3560 pitch Torque tolerance 0 15 of torquing values Unles
21. mower on stony ground 2 Make the following machine checks before operating the mower e All hook up pins should be secured e All shields should be in place and secured e All bolts and nuts should be present and tight e Make sure the knives are not be broken or loose 3 Grass is best cut when it is dry Mowing wet grass can cause plugging resulting in grass clumps behind the mower 4 Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter clippings deteriorate faster 5 If mowing extremely tall grass it is best to raise cutting height and mow the area then lower cutting height and mow a second time at the desired height Brush Rake Teeth The FM4188 comes equipped with adjustable brush rake teeth Adjust teeth closer to the ground to allow continued chopping of material into fine cuttings before final dispersal or raise teeth fully up to discharge material quickly Refer to Brush Rake Teeth Adjustment on page 15 Operating Instructions Proper servicing and adjustments are the key to the long life of any machine With careful and systematic inspection of the mower costly maintenance time and repair can be avoided A CAUTION When mowing in sandy soil areas wear may occur to the mower knives from sand erosion Frequent inspection should be made and knives replaced if damaged Before beginning to mow the following inspection and checks should be performed 1 Check oil level in gearbox Refer to Section 4 Mai
22. ng off tractor and removing ignition key General Operating Instructions Now that you have familiarized yourself with the Operator s Manual completed the Operators Checklist properly attached your Flail Mower to your tractor made the right offset or center adjustments and preset your cutting height you re almost ready to begin using your Land Pride FM3188 or FM4188 Flail Mower It s now time to do a running operational safety check If at any time during this safety check you detect a malfunction in either the mower or tractor shut the tractor off immediately remove the key and make necessary repairs or adjustments before continuing on Make sure the tractor s park brake is engaged the tractor s PTO is disengaged and the mower is resting on the ground Start the tractor and then back the tractor throttle off till the engine is at low idle With the tractor s rear hydraulic lift control lever raise the mower to transport position making sure that the PTO shaft is not in a bind and does not come in contact with the mower frame Lower the unit to cutting position and with the tractor still at low idle engage the PTO If everything is running smoothly at this point increase the engine rpm until the tractor s engine reaches full PTO operating speed which will be 540 rpm Slowly raise the cutter to transport height to make sure the driveline does not bind or chatter Then return the engine to low idle disengage PTO an
23. ntenance and Lubrication on page 16 2 Check that all plugs in gearbox have been replaced and tightened properly 3 Be sure all mower knives bolts and nuts are tight 4 Be certain all guards and shields are in place and secure 5 Grease driveline shaft and all other grease fittings 6 Clear area to be mowed of rocks branches and other foreign objects Do not use mower on stony ground 7 Lower mower to ground Set tractor throttle at approximately 1 4 open Engage PTO to start blades rotating 8 Operate with 540 rom PTO tractor 9 At first begin mowing at a slow forward speed and shift up until the desired speed is achieved maintaining 540 PTO rpm 10 The rotor knives will cut better at a faster blade speed than at reduced throttle 11 After mowing the first 50 feet stop and check to see that the mower is adjusted properly 12 Do not make sharp turns or attempt to back up while mower is on the ground 12 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Section 2 Operating Instructions Table of Contents 13 Never work close to or on steep slopes 14 Do not engage PTO with mower in the fully raised position Do not engage PTO at full throttle Do not lift mower with PTO engage 15 Do not allow anyone including yourself near the mower when it is operating 16 Periodically check for foreign objects wrapped around the rotor shaft and remove them after disengaging PTO turni
24. ny applications offset hitch ACME threads on offset ACME threads are deeper allowing for easy screwing adjustment 540 RPM cast iron gearbox with Enables the rotor to free swing to a stop when the tractor PTO has been turned off over running clutch 1 2 6 Cutting height Variable cutting heights for many uses 1 Cutting capacity 31 Series Cut saplings when used in a rough setting 2 Cutting capacity 41 Series 41 Series is good for chopping up tree trimmings Fine cutting knives 31 Series Heavy enough to cut 1 material yet fine enough to groom a yard Forged hammer knives 41 Series Forged hammers are just right for chopping up prunings up to 2 thick but will also groom grass in a very acceptable manner Brush rake teeth 41 Series Only The adjustable brush rake teeth continually push prunings into the knife path for repeated chopping action 5 1 2 Rotor diameter Large rotor is able to take rough conditions Reverse rotor rotation Brings the cut material up and over which allows it to be dispersed more evenly Cat 4 driveline Heavy duty driveline matches up with HP range as well as potential conditions 3 C Section belts C Section belts have more surface to pulley contact and fits deeper in the groove 3 16 Deck thickness Allows the mower to handle rough conditions Baffles on top inside of deck Keeps cut material from clumping together ensuring an even distribut
25. ove gearbox until mower driveline is running straight parallel with the Flail Mower Retighten mounting bolts to the correct torque Refer to Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes Page 24 Belt Tension Adjustment IMPORTANT Replace belts if they cannot be Figure 3 3 tensioned correctly Refer to V Belt Installation on page 17 when replacing belts IMPORTANT Do not over tension belts Excessive tension may lead to premature failure of belt and drive components Brush Rake Teeth Adjustment Refer to Figure 3 4 The FM4188 comes equipped with adjustable brush rake teeth The teeth allow continued cutting chopping of material before final dispersal The closer the teeth are located to the ground the more material they will accumulate for continued cutting chopping Adjust teeth as follows 1 Remove hair pin cotter 1 and raise or lower the rake tooth 2 to a new hole location 2 Replace hair pin cotter 1 at this new location 3 Repeat steps 1 amp 2 for the remaining rake teeth Brush Rake Teeth Adjustment Figure 3 4 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 15 Table of Contents Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any implement With careful and systematic inspection costly maintenance time and repair can be avoided A CAUTION For safety reasons each maintenance operation must be pe
26. pecial point of information that the operator must be aware of before continuing IMPORTANT A special point of information 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 repair parts are required contact a Land Pride dealer A dealer has trained personnel repair parts and equipment needed to service the mower The parts on your Flail Mower have been specially designed and should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride parts Therefore should your mower require replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer Serial Number Plate For prompt service always use the serial number and model number when ordering parts from your Land Pride dealer Be sure to include your serial and model numbers in correspondence also Refer to Figure 1 for the location of your serial number plate Figure 1 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 7 Table of Contents Land Pride Introduction Further Assistance Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new Flail Mower 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 t
27. rformed with tractor PTO disengaged mower lowered completely to ground and tractor engine shut off with ignition key removed e After using the mower for several hours check all bolts to be sure they are tight and check drive belt tension Refer to Belt Tension Adjustment on page 15 e Lubricate components as listed under Lubrication on page 18 e Replace any worn damaged or illegible safety labels by obtaining new labels from your Land Pride Dealer Information about labels is located under Safety Labels on page 4 Trash Removal amp Rotor Knife Access Refer to Figure 4 1 amp Figure 4 2 The rotor knives and trash accumulated around them can be accessed by opening the rear cover 2 1 Unscrew cover locking handles 1 located on both sides 2 Raise rear cover 2 up as shown 3 Replace locking handle in cover open location 3 to secure cover in the up position 4 Return cover to the closed position after servicing rotor knives and cleaning out trash Rotor Knife Replacement Frequently check rotor knives to make sure they are in good working condition and properly secured to the rotor Replace worn or damaged knives with new knives IMPORTANT Make sure the replacement knife is the same length as the others on the mower This will keep the rotor rotation balanced IMPORTANT Replace cutting knives with Land Pride fine cutting knives or hammer knives only Rotor Knife Access Shown W
28. round Knives that come in contact with the ground will wear quickly If necessary readjust cutting height to keep knives from touching the ground Mower Hitch Adjustments The mower hitch system has been designed for front to back flotation when mowing on uneven terrain Make certain the top center link is adjusted as outlined in Step 5 under Leveling the Mower Refer to Figure 3 2 f Hitch Adjustment The hitch can also be adjusted from side to side by Figure 3 2 turning the adjustment rod with the hand crank Always return hand crank to its storage base after use 14 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 3 Adjustments Belt Tension Adjustment Ay CAUTION Belt drive system under spring tension use care to avoid bodily harm Ay warnine Excessive tension on the belt may lead to premature failure of belt and drive components Excessive tension on the belt may also lead to a safety hazard to the operator or bystanders The Belt tension should be checked after the first 20 hours of use and every 40 hours thereafter Refer to Figure 3 3 1 Check belt tension by applying approximately 22 pounds of pressure half way between the pulleys The belt should deflect approximately 3 8 2 Belt tension can be adjusted at the belt tension bolt Turn belt tension bolt until desired belt tension is achieved 3 Loosen gearbox mounting bolts and m
29. s if it is necessary to lift mower off the ground to make adjustments If not supported the mowercould fall causing serious injury to those present Leveling the Mower Level adjustments are made at the tractor s 3 point lower arms and top center link 1 Park tractor and Flail Mower on a flat level surface 2 Slowly raise mower with the tractor s hydraulic 3 point lift until the unit is about 1 to 2 above the ground 3 Ensure that the lower arms are blocked to prevent excessive side movement 4 Place a spirt level on the top cover running from left to right and adjust one of the lower 3 point arms up or down until the mower is level from left to right 5 Adjust tractor s top center link to place the upper hitch pin vertically above or slightly behind the lower hitch pins The mower should be run with the back 15 degrees lower than the front 6 Slowly operate the tractor s 3 point hydraulic control up and down to check for clearance between the tires frame drawbar etc Cutting Height Adjustment Figure 3 1 Cutting Height Adjustment Refer to Figure 3 1 The machines cutting height depends upon the position of the rear roller 1 Remove bolts that fix the roller height on both sides 2 Lift or lower both sides of roller in equal measurements 3 Replace bolts and re tighten Refer to Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes Page 24 4 Inspect knives to make sure they do not touch the g
30. s otherwise specified use torque values listed above 24 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 21 07 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 8 Appendix Warranty Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used as intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use Overall Unit and Driveline One year Parts and Labor Gearbox One year on all components Blades and Belts Considered wear items This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land Pride and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part and does not cover common wear items Land Pride reserves the right to inspect any equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or workmanship This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride s judgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal maintenance or care or which has been repaired or altered in a way which adversely affects its performance or reliability or which has been used for a purpose for which the product is not designed Misuse also specifically includes failure to properly maintain oil levels grease points and driveline shafts Claims under this Warrant
31. semble hitch 1 to Flail Mower by inserting upper tube 2 through hitch tube A spacer tube B hitch tube C and into retaining collar D Secure upper tube with bolt 4 and lock nut 5 Insert lower tube 3 through lower hitch tube E and into retaining collar F Secure lower tube with bolt 4 and lock nut 5 With hand crank 6 screw adjustment rod 7 into adjustment block 8 until washer 9 is tight against the side panel Press washer 10 against the side panel Insert bolt 12 through retaining collar 11 and adjustment rod 7 Secure with lock nut 13 Return hand crank 6 to its carrying tube G Tighten all hardware Refer to Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes Page 24 Hitch Assembly Figure 1 1 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 9 Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly and Set up Tractor Hook Up Refer to Figure 1 2 1 Be certain tractor draw bar does not interfere Move draw bar ahead or remove if required Draw bar should also be checked for clearance when unit is raised for the first time Remove all three clevis hitch pins Align ball swivels in the tractor s lower 3 point arms with pin holes in the mower s lower hitch clevises Insert hitch pins and secure with hair pin cotters Align the top center link with the mower s center hitch clevis Insert hitch pin and secure with hair pin cotter With trac
32. tents These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual Prepare for Emergencies A Be prepared if a fire starts A Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy A Keep emergency numbers for doctor ambulance hospital and fire department near phone Wear Protective Equipment A Protective clothing and equipment should be worn A Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job Avoid loose fitting clothing A Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs A Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator Avoid wearing radio headphones while operating machinery Keep Riders Off Machinery A Riders obstruct the operator s view they could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the machine A Never allow children to operate equipment 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 3 Table of Contents Important Safety Information Safety Labels Your Flail 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
33. tor s 3 point controls lift mower up 1 to 2 inches and then raise jack stands fully up Secure stands with jack pins and hair pin cotters Level mower by adjusting lower 3 point arms and upper center link Refer to Leveling the Mower on page 14 Driveline Installation An additional driveline may be required if the Flail Mower is used on more than one tractor warnine Damaged drivelines can cause serious injury or death Ay CAUTION Tractor PTO shield and all mower guards must be in place at all times during operation A CAUTION Always engage parking brake shut off tractor and remove key before dismounting from tractor IMPORTANT Some tractors are equipped with multispeed PTO ranges Be certain your tractor s PTO is set for 540 rpm IMPORTANT See Figure 1 3 below Avoid premature driveline breakdown A driveline that is operating must not exceed an angle of 25 degrees up or down while operating the 3 point lift JRIVELIN EVEL 24872 Maximum Allowable Driveline Movement Figure 1 3 IMPORTANT Always check driveline minimum length and maximum allowable length during initial setup and when connecting to a different tractor More than one driveline may be required to fit all applications IMPORTANT It is necessary to align the tractor s PTO shaft level with the gearbox shaft when checking driveline minimum length Too long a driveline can damage tractor gearbox and driveline
34. versal joint shield on the adjacent section see B dimension If they are too long measure 1 B dimension back from the universal joint shield and make a mark at this location on the inner and outer driveline shields e Cut off inner shield at mark X dimension Cut same amount off inner shaft X1 dimension Repeat cut off procedure Y amp Y1 dimensions to cut outer driveline half f Remove all burrs and cuttings TRACTOR eh Ek l a OUTER SHIELD 22009 Driveline Shortening Figure 1 4 Driveline Maximum Allowable Length Be sure to check driveline minimum length before checking driveline maximum allowable length Refer to Figure 1 5 Driveline maximum allowable length when fully extended must have a minimum overlap of profile tubes by not less than 1 3 the free length with both inner and outer profile tubes being of equal length IMPLEMENT END FREE LENGTH 1 3 i 1 3 APS 1 3 AB OVERLAP OUTER PROFILE he INNER PROFILE TRACTOR END FREE LENGTH MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE LENGTH Outer Shielding has been removed for clarity Driveline Maximum Length Figure 1 5 1 Measure and record driveline free length 2 Apply multi purpose grease to the inside of the outer driveline profile and reassemble the two profiles 3 Move driveline halves together until profile tubes overlap by 1 3 the free length Measure
35. y of cut for grooming yards municipal parks medians and right of ways The FM4188 model equipped with forged hammer knives and heavy duty brush rake teeth make this model well suited for nursery and agricultural applications where heavy grass brush prunings saplings small stumps corn stocks and other row crop debris are present The rake teeth will gather and aggressively force material into the rotor hammer knives for a more complete pulverization See Specifications amp Capacities on page 21 and Features and Benefits on page 22 for additional information and performance enhancing options Using This Manual e 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 the time of printing Some parts may change 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 or printed from the Land Pride Service amp Support Center by your dealer Terminology Right or Left as used in this manual is determined by facing the direction the machine will operate while in use unless otherwise stated Definitions NOTE A s
36. y should be made to the dealer which originally sold the product and all warranty adjustments must be made through an authorized Land Pride dealer Land Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at any time without notice This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damages of any kind direct consequential or contingent to property Furthermore Land Pride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond its reasonable control This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops any expense or loss for labor supplies rental machinery or for any other reason No other warranty of any kind whatsoever express or implied is made with respect to this sale and all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in this written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days from the date of purchase by the end user 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 25 Corporate Office P O Box 5060 Salina Kansas 67402 5060 USA www landpride com
37. zca las medidas de seguridad 818 558C ROTATING KNIVES HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death from rotating knives DO NOT go under frame when rotor is turning or engine is running Keep others away Disconnect amp lockout power source BEFORE adjusting or servicing Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from moving parts B38 079C 838 079C Danger Rotating Knives Both sides A DANGER fy THROWN OBJECT HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death from thrown object Operate only with all guards installed ond in good condition e Stop operation if bystanders come within several hundred feel B18 S56C 818 556C Danger Thrown Object 3 21 07 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mowers 309 523M 5 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information 818 230C Red Reflector Both Sides ROTATING DRIVELINE CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH KEEP AWAY DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT All driveline guards tractor and equipment shields in place Drivelines securely attached at both 81 8 552C ends e Driveline guards that turn freely on Danger Rotating Driveline Driveline 818 8526 ADANGER Alyy GUARD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE A DANGER 818 540C Danger Guard Missing ESA GUARD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE A DANGER 6 FM3188 amp FM4188 Flail Mow
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