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Section 2: Operating Instructions
FM2060 & FM2072 Flail Mowers 309-100M
3/25/08
Land Pride
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Section 2: Operating Instructions
Transporting
6. When raising the mower to the 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 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.
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CAUTION
When traveling on publicroads, whetherat 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 the 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.
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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 15.
NOTE: Always disengage PTO before raising the
mower to transport position.
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 the 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.
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 FM2060 or FM2072 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 tractors 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, and 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.