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Section 2: Operating Instructions
3/25/08
FM2060 & FM2072 Flail Mowers 309-100M
Land Pride
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You should now be ready to move to the cutting site to
begin mowing. You should have inspected and should
only be cutting in an area you are familiar with which is
relatively free of debris and unseen objects. Never
assume an area is clear and extremely tall grass or brush
should be cut twice to detect potential hazards. In the
event you do strike an object, stop the tractor and cutter
immediately to inspect the rotor and make any necessary
repairs before resuming operation. It pays to inspect a
new area and to develop a plan before you cut.
Normal mowing speed will be between 2-5 mph and you
will need to maintain tractor PTO speed to produce a
clean cut so make a tractor gear and range selection that
will maintain this combination. Generally the quality of
cut or degree of debris pulverization will be better at
lower ground speeds and cutting denser ground cover or
heavier brush may create the need to slow down. Always
cut downward on slopes and avoid crossing the face of
steep slopes. Avoid sharp drops and cross diagonally
through dips to prevent hanging up the tractor and
mower. Slow down in turns and avoid sharp turns if at all
possible. Remember to look back often. Always be
aware and extremely cautious when there are people,
pets, livestock, and valuable property in your immediate
operating vicinity.
Now you’re prepared and well briefed so lets begin
cutting. Reduce the tractor’s engine rpm, make sure the
mower is on the ground and in cutting position, engage
the PTO, raise the engine rpm to the appropriate PTO
speed, and begin mowing. Operators must plan ahead
and choose a cutting route that allows safe turns. Try
increasing or decreasing ground speed to determine the
effect on quality of cut. With a little practice you will be
pleased with what you and your Land Pride Flail mower
can do.
Dense growth will require more horsepower and will
cause you to slow down especially if you are
encountering material up to 1" in diameter. The fine cut
knives on either unit are much better suited for a finer
quality of cut in grass cutting applications and in no case
should fine cut blades be used for cutting material
greater than 1’ in diameter.
When you are done mowing, need to take a break, or just
need to make a few adjustments to the mower,
remember to always do the following. Reduce the
tractor’s engine rpm, disengage the PTO, stop on level
ground, set the park brake, turn off the engine, and
remove the key. Land Pride flail mowers are very user
friendly and easy to operate. With a little practice you
should be operating your Land Pride Flail Mower like an
expert in no time at all.