Land Pride AFM4016 manual Troubleshooting

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Table of Contents

Section 8: Troubleshooting

Problem

Cause

Solution

 

 

 

Oil seal leaking

Gearbox overfilled

Drain to level fill hole

 

 

 

 

Seals damaged

Replace seals

 

 

 

 

Grass or wire wrapped on shaft in

Clean off wrapped material and check seal areas daily

 

seal area

 

 

 

 

Driveline yoke or cross

Shock load

Avoid hitting solid objects

failing

 

 

Bottoming out

Shorten driveline profiles

 

 

 

 

 

Front constant velocity driveline

Be sure constant velocity joint is to tractor PTO output

 

mounted wrong

shaft

 

 

 

 

Folding mower with drive engaged

Never fold mower decks with PTO engaged

 

 

 

 

Needs lubrication

Lubricate every 25 hours

 

 

 

Bent driveline (NOTE:

Contacting drawbar

Reposition drawbar

driveline should be

 

 

repaired or replaced if

 

 

Bottoming out

Shorten driveline profiles

bent)

 

 

 

 

 

Driveline telescoping

Shock load

Avoid hitting solid objects

profile failing

 

 

 

 

 

Driveline telescoping

Needs lubrication

Lubricate every 50 hours

profile wearing

 

 

 

 

 

Unable to turn sharply

Front constant velocity driveline

Be sure constant velocity joint is attached to tractor PTO

with mower engaged

mounted wrong

output shaft

 

 

 

Blades wearing

Cutting on sandy ground

Raise cutting height. Change to low lift blades

excessively

 

 

Contacting ground frequently

Raise cutting height

 

 

 

 

Blades breaking

Hitting solid objects

Avoid solid objects

 

 

 

Excessive vibration

Driveline bent

Replace bent drivelines

 

 

 

 

Blade broken or bent

Replace blade

 

 

 

 

Cross not centered with yoke

Disassemble and inspect for incorrectly located needles

 

 

or damaged bearing cap

 

 

 

 

Debris in sheaves or on mower deck

Remove belt guard shield and clean debris from belt area

 

 

and sheaves

 

 

 

 

Sheaves damaged or out of

Replace sheaves or align

 

alignment

 

 

 

 

 

Drive belt damaged

Replace drive belt - check for belt contacting deck

 

 

component.

 

 

 

 

Inadequate clearance between belt

Remove belt guard shields & clean debris from belt area

 

guard shields & belt

& sheaves

 

 

 

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Contents All Flex Grooming Mowers Table of Contents For Your Protection Be Aware Signal WordsShutdown and Storage Transport Machinery Safely Use a Safety ChainPractice Safe Mainte- nance Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard Tire SafetyWear Protective Equipment Keep Riders Off Machinery818-019C 818-003C818-130C 818-187C 818-229C 818-230C818-337C 818-337C 818-339C 818-351C818-351C 818-353C 818-556C 818-555C818-558C 818-561C 818-456C 818-513C 818-552C 818-540CApplication Using This ManualOwner Assistance Land Pride Service Department East North Street Tractor Requirements Hydraulic PlumbingPTO To Drawbar Set-Up Tractor Hook-upBleeding The Fold Hydraulics Joint Timing IntroductionTransporting Pre-Operation Instructions Constant Velocity Driveline AngleOperating Check List Operating Instructions General Operating InstructionsTable of Contents Center Deck Height Adjustments Cutting Height ChartBelt Tension Adding or Replacing SpacersBall Swivel Hitch Accessory Part NumbersCutting Blades Servicing Mower Blades MaintenanceBlade Inspection Blade Removal And Installation Refer to -2 & FigureBlade Sharpening Blade OptionsBelt Installation Refer to -8& FigureClutches With 8-Alan Head Socket Bolts Driveline ProtectionClutch Run-In Clutches With 4-Tightening NutsClutch Assembly Assembly DisassemblyStep Storage Tires With Air PressureDriveline Constant Velocity Shaft Lubrication PointsHours Driveline ShaftsWheel Support Bushings Inner Tube of DrivelineWheel Bushings Gauge Wheels Seasonally Wheel Bushings Transport HubsBearing in Blade Spindle Hubs Way Gear Box RequiredMower Deck Gear Box Description Specification / Capacity Model AFM4011 All-Flex Grooming Mower12701 AFM4014 Series 14044 Description Specification / Capacity AFM4016 Series13665 Features Benefits AFM4014 All-Flex Grooming MowerAFM4016 All-Flex Grooming Mower Narrow 6’8 transport widthTroubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Discharge openings In-tpi Ft-lb Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt SizesTire Inflation Chart Model Models 4014 TireSize InflationWarranty Overall Unit and Driveline One year Parts and LaborCorporate Office P.O. Box Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA
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AFM4016 specifications

The Land Pride AFM4016 is a versatile and robust asset designed for agricultural professionals seeking to optimize their land management operations. This 16-foot-wide aircraft mower is equipped to handle a variety of mowing tasks, from pasture maintenance to roadside trimming. Its sturdy construction ensures it can withstand the rigors of demanding environments while delivering impressive performance.

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