Land Pride
Section 2 Operating
Table of Contents
Transporting
!CAUTION
When traveling on public roads at night or during the day, use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to operator's of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state and local laws.
IMPORTANT: Always disengage the tractor’s PTO before raising the mower to transport position.
NOTE: When raising the mower to the transport position be sure that PTO shaft does not contact tractor or mower.
1.Make sure stroke control for 3 Pt disconnect is in the storage position.
2.Raise the cutter bar so it is in a vertical position.
3.Make sure transport lock engages.
4.Make sure the support leg is in the high position.
5.Approach the disc mower from the rear making sure the Slow Moving Vehicle emblem of the tractor is visible to oncoming traffic.
6.Select a safe ground speed when transporting from one area to another. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
7.When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor to a lower gear.
Operating Check List
In addition to design and configuration of equipment; hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training involved in their operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment. Before beginning to cut the following inspection should be performed.
Operating Checklist
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| Check oil level in gearbox and cutter bar. |
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!DANGER
To avoid injury or death from entanglement in rotating drivelines, the drive gearbox shields must be in place and secure when operating.
!DANGER
Do not operate mower without the curtain completely in place around the cutter bar. Do no lean against or stand on the curtain.
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