Land Pride fd1548 manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Solution

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Table of Contents

Section 4 Troubleshooting

Section 4 Troubleshooting

Problem

Cause

Solution

Discharge chute plugged

Belt not installed correctly

Check installation of belt

 

 

 

! CAUTION

Grass too wet

Wait until grass dries

 

 

Grass too tall

Raise cutting height of mower and cut grass twice

 

Do not try to clean discharge opening

 

 

RPM of tractor too low

Mow at full throttle (540 PTO rpm) Check PTO speed &

when mower is running. Bodily harm

 

tractor engine

may occur.

 

 

Ground speed too fast

Shift transmission to a lower gear

 

 

 

 

Belt slipping

Plugged grooming mower

Unplug and clean mower deck

 

 

 

 

Debris in sheaves

Remove belt guard shields and clean sheaves

 

 

 

 

Worn belt

Replace belt

 

 

 

Patches of uncut grass

RPM of tractor too low

Mow at full throttle (540 PTO rpm). Check PTO

 

 

speed & tractor engine

 

 

 

 

Ground speed too fast

Shift transmission to a lower gear

 

 

 

 

Blade damaged or dull

Sharpen & balance or replace blade

 

 

 

Excessive vibration

Power Take Off shaft or distri-

Replace Power Take Off or distribution shafts

 

bution shafts bend

 

 

 

 

 

Blade broken or bent

Replace blade

 

 

 

 

Sheaves damaged or out of

Replace sheaves or align

 

alignment

 

 

 

 

 

Drive belt damaged

Replace drive belt

 

 

 

 

Inadequate clearance between

Remove belt guard shields & clean debris from belt area &

 

belt guard shields & belt

sheaves

 

 

 

 

Mower in raised position &

Readjust 3-point hitch to raise mower to maximum of 14

 

mower running

inches

 

 

 

Gearbox noisy

Low lubricant level

Check lubricant level

 

 

 

Blades scalping grass

Cutting too low

Raise cutting height by adjusting wheels

 

 

 

 

Ridges in terrain

Change mowing pattern

 

 

 

 

Fast turning speed

Reduce speed on turns

 

 

 

Uneven cut

Ground speed too fast

Shift to a lower gear

 

 

 

 

Mower not level

Level mower

 

 

 

 

Dull blades

Sharpen blades & balance or replace

 

 

 

Tractor loaded down by mower

RPM of engine too low

Mow at full throttle (540 PTO rpm)

 

 

 

 

Ground speed too fast

Shift to a lower gear

 

 

 

 

Debris wrapped around

Clean mower

 

mower spindles or blades

 

 

 

 

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Contents Spindle Grooming Mower Operator’s ManualTable of Contents Shutdown and Storage Important Safety InformationKeep Riders Off Machinery For Your ProtectionUse Safety Lights and Devices Practice Safe MaintenanceTransport Machinery Safely Wear Protective Equipment Tire SafetySafety at All Times Prepare for Emergencies818-142C 818-230C 818-130C818-552C 818-555C 818-250C818-293C 818-540C818-556C 818-558C Product Support Using This ManualIntroduction Owner AssistanceTractor Requirements Upper Hitch Arms AssemblyTractor Hookup Driveline InstallationTransporting Prestart ChecklistBefore You Start Operating InstructionsPoint Hitch Adjustments Cutting Height AdjustmentLeveling the Mower Belt Tension Problem Cause Solution TroubleshootingMaintenance General MaintenanceGeneral Description PTO U-Joint Service Mowing BladesBlade Replacement StorageWheel Bushing Wheel Support BushingsBearing in Blade Spindle Hubs Gearbox FD1548 FD1560 FD1548 & FD1560 3-Spindle Grooming MowerTire Size Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt SizesTire Inflation Chart AppendixWarranty Corporate Office P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA

fd1548 specifications

The Land Pride FD1548 is a robust and versatile finishing mower designed to deliver exceptional cutting performance for landscaping and turf management. Built with durability in mind, this mower is perfect for both commercial and residential applications, making it a popular choice among professional landscapers and homeowners alike.

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