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Section 2 Operating
5/5/08
DM36 Series Disc Mowers 327-045M
Land Pride
Table of Contents
Transporting
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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DANGER
Do not operate mower without the curtain completely in place
around the cutter bar. Do no lean against or stand on the
curtain.
Operating Checklist
✔ Check Reference
Safety Rules Page 1
Operating Instructions This section
Check oil level in gearbox and cutter bar. Page 18
Check that all plugs in gearbox have been
replaced properly.
Page 18
Be sure nuts and bolts are tight. Page 26
Be certain all guards and shields are in
place.
Operator’s
Manual
Lubricate mower as needed. Refer to
“Maintenance and Lubrication.”
Page 18
Be sure all implement attaching points and
hardware are secure and in place.
Operator’s
Manual
Check for Hydraulic Leaks Operator’s
Manual