Land Pride FM4088, FM3072 Transporting, Mowing Instructions, Rake Teeth, Operating Instructions

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Section 2: Operating Instructions

Transporting

NOTE: Always disengage PTO before raising mower to transport position.

6.When raising the mower to transport position, be sure that driveline does not contact tractor or mower. Adjust and set the tractor’s 3-point hitch lift height so that the driveline does not contact mower deck in the fully raised position.

7.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.

8.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.

9.When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor to a lower gear.

!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

1.Clear 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 can cause plugging resulting in grass clumps behind the mower.

3.Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter clippings deteriorate faster.

4.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.

Rake Teeth

The FM4088 comes equipped with adjustable rake teeth. The teeth allow the continued cutting/chopping of material before final dispersal.

!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.

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.

Before beginning to mow, the following inspection should be performed:

1.Check oil level in gearbox. Refer to “Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication” on page 14.

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.

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 shift up until the desired speed is achieved - maintaining 540 PTO rpm.

10.Mower 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.

13.Do not engage PTO with mower in the fully raised position. Do not engage PTO at full throttle.

10 Series No FM3072, FM3088 & FM4088 Flail Mowers 309-106M 7/06/06