Land Pride Lawn Mower FM3188 User Guide

Flail Mowers  
FM3188 & FM4188  
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Operator’s Manual  
Read the Operator’s manual entirely. When  
you see this symbol, the subsequent  
instructions and warnings are serious - follow  
without exception. Your life and the lives of  
others depend on it!  
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Important Safety Information  
Important Safety Information  
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in  
this manual.  
Safety at All Times  
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol  
Thoroughly read and understand  
the instructions given in this  
manual before operation. Refer to  
the “Safety Label” section, read  
all instructions noted on them.  
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a  
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra  
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this  
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that  
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of  
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention  
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,  
prudence and proper training of personnel involved in  
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of  
equipment.  
Do not allow anyone to operate  
this equipment who has not fully  
read and comprehended this  
manual and who has not been  
properly trained in the safe  
operation of the equipment.  
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Operator should be familiar with  
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Be Aware of  
Signal Words  
WARNING  
all functions of the unit.  
Indicates a potentially hazardous  
situation which, if not avoided, could  
result in death or serious injury, and  
includes hazards that are exposed  
when guards are removed. It may also  
be used to alert against unsafe  
practices.  
Operate implement from the  
driver’s seat only.  
A Signal word designates a degree or  
level of hazard seriousness. The  
signal words are:  
Make sure all guards and shields  
are in place and secured before  
operating the implement.  
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DANGER  
Do not leave tractor or implement  
Indicates an imminently hazardous  
situation which, if not avoided, will  
result in death or serious injury. This  
signal word is limited to the most  
extreme situations, typically for  
machine components that, for  
functional purposes, cannot be  
guarded.  
unattended with engine running.  
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CAUTION  
Dismounting from a moving  
tractor could cause serious injury  
or death.  
Indicates a potentially hazardous  
situation which, if not avoided, may  
result in minor or moderate injury. It  
may also be used to alert against  
unsafe practices.  
Do not stand between the tractor  
and implement during hitching.  
Keep hands, feet, and clothing  
away from power-driven parts.  
Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid  
entanglement with moving parts.  
Watch out for wires, trees, etc.,  
when raising implement. Make  
sure all persons are clear of  
working area.  
Turning tractor too tight may  
cause implement to ride up on  
wheels. This could result in injury  
or equipment damage.  
For Your Protection  
Shutdown and Storage  
Thoroughly read and understand  
the “Safety Label” section, read all  
instructions noted on them.  
Lower machine to ground, put  
tractor in park, turn off engine, and  
remove the key.  
Detach and store implements in a  
area where children normally do  
not play. Secure implement by  
using blocks and supports.  
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These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in  
this manual.  
Use the following maximum  
speed - tow load weight ratios as  
a guideline:  
Use Safety  
Lights and Devices  
Transport  
Machinery Safely  
20 mph when weight is less  
than or equal to the weight of  
tractor.  
10 mph when weight is double  
the weight of tractor.  
Slow moving tractors, self-  
propelled equipment, and towed  
implements can create a hazard  
when driven on public roads. They  
are difficult to see, especially at  
night.  
Flashing warning lights and turn  
signals are recommended  
whenever driving on public roads.  
Use lights and devices provided  
with implement.  
Comply with state and local laws.  
Maximum transport speed for  
implement is 20 mph. DO NOT  
EXCEED. Never travel at a speed  
which does not allow adequate  
control of steering and stopping.  
Some rough terrain require a  
slower speed.  
Sudden braking can cause a  
towed load to swerve and upset.  
Reduce speed if towed load is not  
equipped with brakes.  
IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load  
that is more than double the  
weight of tractor.  
Practice Safe Maintenance  
Do not grease or oil implement  
Understand procedure before  
doing work. Use proper tools and  
equipment, refer to Operator’s  
Manual for additional information.  
while it is in operation.  
Inspect all parts. Make sure parts  
are in good condition & installed  
properly.  
Work in a clean dry area.  
Remove buildup of grease, oil or  
Lower the implement to the  
ground, put tractor in park, turn off  
engine, and remove key before  
preforming maintenance.  
debris.  
Remove all tools and unused  
parts from implement before  
operation.  
Allow implement to cool  
completely.  
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Important Safety Information  
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in  
this manual.  
Wear  
Prepare for Emergencies  
Keep Riders  
Off Machinery  
Protective Equipment  
Be prepared if a fire starts.  
Protective clothing and equipment  
Keep a first aid kit and fire  
Riders obstruct the operator’s  
view, they could be struck by  
foreign objects or thrown from the  
machine.  
should be worn.  
extinguisher handy.  
Wear clothing and equipment  
appropriate for the job. Avoid  
loose fitting clothing.  
Prolonged exposure to loud noise  
can cause hearing impairment or  
hearing loss. Wear suitable  
hearing protection such as  
earmuffs or earplugs.  
Keep emergency numbers for  
doctor, ambulance, hospital and  
fire department near phone.  
Never allow children to operate  
equipment.  
Operating equipment safely  
requires the full attention of the  
operator. Avoid wearing radio  
headphones while operating  
machinery.  
911  
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Important Safety Information  
specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components  
make sure the correct safety labels are included in the  
request.  
Safety Labels  
Your Flail Mower comes equipped with all safety labels in  
place. They were designed to help you safely operate your  
implement. Read and follow their directions.  
4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.  
To install new labels:  
a. Clean the area the label is to be placed.  
1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.  
2. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new  
labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer or visit our  
dealer locator at landpride.com.  
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires  
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as  
b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to  
be placed.  
c. Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface.  
d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.  
818-130C  
Caution: To avoid injury  
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818-543C  
Danger: Guard Missing  
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Important Safety Information  
818-558C  
Warning: General  
XXXXX  
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838-079C  
Danger: Rotating  
Knives Both sides  
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818-556C  
Danger: Thrown Object  
XXXXX  
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Important Safety Information  
818-230C  
Red Reflector (Both Sides)  
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ROTATING DRIVELINE  
KEEP AWAY!  
818-552C  
Danger: Rotating Driveline  
13314  
818-540C  
Danger: Guard Missing  
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Introduction  
Introduction  
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new  
product owners. This implement has been designed with  
care and built by skilled workers using quality materials.  
Proper assembly, maintenance, and safe operating  
practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from  
this product.  
Terminology  
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by  
facing the direction the machine will operate while in use  
unless otherwise stated.  
Definitions  
Application  
NOTE: A special point of information that the  
operator must be aware of before continuing.  
The heavy duty FM3188 and FM4188 Series Flail  
Mowers are designed and built to provide excellent  
cutting performance on gently sloping or slightly  
contoured right-of ways, roadsides, ditches, pastures,  
nurseries, and smaller fields of row crop debris, stalks,  
and residual agricultural growth.  
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related  
to its preceding topic. Land Pride’s intention is that  
this information should be read and noted before  
continuing.  
Both are capable of cutting 88” wide and 1/2" to 6" high.  
The three-point Cat. I hitch is designed to be used on  
tractors with a maximum 80 PTO horsepower. Their hitch  
is designed with a screw type crank adjustment for 7 3/4"  
offset capability to the left or right making this mower  
even more desirable for cutting in and around trees with  
extremely low hanging branches. Its horizontal rotor  
cutting design greatly reduces the potential of launching  
projectiles out from under the mower making it an  
excellent choice for state and municipal mowing  
applications. Both models are complete with a 540 rpm  
Cat. 4 driveline.  
Owner Assistance  
The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by  
the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is  
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.  
If customer service or repair parts are required contact a  
Land Pride dealer. A dealer has trained personnel, repair  
parts and equipment needed to service the mower.  
The parts on your Flail Mower have been specially  
designed and should only be replaced with genuine Land  
Pride parts. Therefore, should your mower require  
replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer.  
The FM3188 model equipped with fine cutting knives will  
perform extremely well cutting material up to 1" in  
diameter or provide a very respectable quality of cut for  
grooming yards, municipal parks, medians, and right of  
ways.  
Serial Number Plate  
For prompt service always use the serial number and  
model number when ordering parts from your Land Pride  
dealer. Be sure to include your serial and model numbers  
in correspondence also. Refer to Figure 1 for the location  
of your serial number plate.  
The FM4188 model equipped with forged hammer  
knives and heavy duty brush rake teeth make this model  
well suited for nursery and agricultural applications  
where heavy grass, brush, prunings, saplings, small  
stumps, corn stocks and other row crop debris are  
present. The rake teeth will gather and aggressively  
force material into the rotor hammer knives for a more  
complete pulverization.  
See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 21 and  
“Features and Benefits” on page 22 for additional  
information and performance enhancing options.  
Using This Manual  
This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize  
you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments,  
troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manual  
and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe  
and efficient operation.  
The information contained within this manual was  
current at the time of printing. Some parts may change  
slightly to assure you of the best performance.  
To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual contact  
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be  
downloaded, free-of-charge from our website at  
Service & Support Center by your dealer.  
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Serial Number Plate Location  
Figure 1  
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Introduction  
Further Assistance  
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new Flail  
Mower. If for any reason you do not understand any part  
of this manual or are not satisfied with the service  
received, the following actions are suggested:  
1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service  
manager making sure he is aware of any problems  
you may have and that he has had the opportunity to  
assist you.  
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or  
general manager of the dealership, explain the  
problem and request assistance.  
3. For further assistance write to:  
Land Pride Service Department  
1525 East North Street  
P.O. Box 5060  
Salina, Ks. 67402-5060  
E-mail address  
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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up  
Section 1: Assembly and Set-up  
2. Remove lock nut (#13) and bolt (#12). Pull  
Tractor Requirements  
adjustment rod (#7) back as shown.  
Tractor horse power rating should be between 35 & 80  
PTO horsepower. Tractors outside this horsepower  
range must not be used.  
3. Assemble hitch (#1) to Flail Mower by inserting upper  
tube (#2) through hitch tube (A), spacer tube (B),  
hitch tube (C) and into retaining collar (D).  
The rear power take-off (PTO) speed must be capable  
540 RPM and have a 1 3/8”-6 spline.  
4. Secure upper tube with bolt (#4) and lock nut (#5).  
5. Insert lower tube (#3) through lower hitch tube (E)  
and into retaining collar (F).  
A 3-Point Category I or ll hitch is required. The lower  
3-Point arms must be stabilized to prevent side-to-side  
movement. Most tractors have sway blocks or adjustable  
chains for this purpose.  
6. Secure lower tube with bolt (#4) and lock nut (#5).  
7. With hand crank (#6), screw adjustment rod (#7) into  
adjustment block (#8) until washer (#9) is tight  
against the side panel.  
NOTE: Ballast may need to be added to your tractor  
to maintain steering control. Refer to your tractor’s  
operator manual to determine if additional ballast is  
needed.  
8. Press washer (#10) against the side panel. Insert  
bolt (#12) through retaining collar (#11) and  
adjustment rod (#7). Secure with lock nut (#13).  
9. Return hand crank (#6) to its carrying tube (G).  
Hitch Assembly  
10. Tighten all hardware. Refer to “Torque Values  
Chart for Common Bolt Sizes” Page 24.  
Refer to Figure 1-1:  
The hitch is disassembled for ease in shipping.  
1. Remove lock nuts (#5) and bolts (#4).  
Pull tubes (#2) and (#3) back as shown.  
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Hitch Assembly  
Figure 1-1  
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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up  
Tractor Hook-Up  
IMPORTANT: Some tractors are equipped with  
multispeed PTO ranges. Be certain your tractor ‘s  
PTO is set for 540 rpm.  
Refer to Figure 1-2:  
1. Be certain tractor draw bar does not interfere. Move  
draw bar ahead or remove if required. Draw bar  
should also be checked for clearance when unit is  
raised for the first time.  
IMPORTANT: See Figure 1-3 below. Avoid  
premature driveline breakdown. A driveline that is  
operating must not exceed an angle of 25 degrees  
up or down while operating the 3-point lift.  
2. Remove all three clevis hitch pins.  
3. Align ball swivels in the tractor’s lower 3-point arms  
with pin holes in the mower’s lower hitch clevises.  
Insert hitch pins and secure with hair pin cotters.  
4. Align the top center link with the mower’s center hitch  
clevis. Insert hitch pin and secure with hair pin cotter.  
5. With tractor’s 3-point controls, lift mower up 1 to 2  
inches and then raise jack stands fully up. Secure  
stands with jack pins and hair pin cotters.  
6. Level mower by adjusting lower 3-point arms and  
upper center link. Refer to “Leveling the Mower” on  
Driveline Installation  
An additional driveline may be required if the Flail Mower  
is used on more than one tractor.  
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Maximum Allowable Driveline Movement  
Figure 1-3  
IMPORTANT: Always check driveline minimum  
length and maximum allowable length during initial  
setup and when connecting to a different tractor.  
More than one driveline may be required to fit all  
applications.  
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WARNING  
Damaged drivelines can cause serious injury or death.  
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CAUTION  
Tractor PTO shield and all mower guards must be in place at  
all times during operation!  
IMPORTANT: It is necessary to align the tractor’s  
PTO shaft level with the gearbox shaft when  
checking driveline minimum length. Too long a  
driveline can damage tractor, gearbox and driveline.  
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CAUTION  
Always engage parking brake, shut off tractor and remove key  
before dismounting from tractor.  
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Tractor Hook-Up  
Figure 1-2  
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Driveline Minimum Length  
Driveline Maximum Allowable Length  
Refer to Figure 1-4:  
Be sure to check driveline minimum length before  
checking driveline maximum allowable length.  
1. Start tractor and slowly engage 3-point controls to  
move lower arms until the gearbox shaft is  
Refer to Figure 1-5:  
approximately level with the tractor's PTO shaft.  
Driveline maximum allowable +length, when fully  
extended, must have a minimum overlap of profile tubes  
by not less than 1/3 the free length with both inner and  
outer profile tubes being of equal length.  
2. Slide inner yoke of driveline over the gearbox shaft  
and secure with locking collar.  
3. Slide outer yoke of driveline over the tractor PTO  
shaft and secure with locking collar. Skip to  
fits.  
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4. The driveline will require shortening if it does not fit  
between tractor and mower. Shorten driveline as  
follows:  
a. Raise or lower 3-point lower arms until mower and  
tractor PTO shafts are approximately level with  
each other. Securely block Flail Mower frame in  
this position.  
b. Set tractor in park, shut tractor engine off, set park  
brake and remove switch key.  
Outer Shielding has been removed for clarity.  
c. Pull driveline apart into two sections as shown in  
Figure 1-4. Attach outer driveline universal joint to  
the tractor PTO shaft. Attach inner driveline  
universal joint to the gearbox shaft. Pull on each  
driveline section to be sure universal joints are  
secured to the shafts.  
Driveline Maximum Length  
Figure 1-5  
1. Measure and record driveline free length.  
2. Apply multi-purpose grease to the inside of the outer  
driveline profile and reassemble the two profiles.  
d. Hold driveline sections parallel to each other to  
determine if they are too long. The inner and outer  
shields on each section should end approximately  
1" short of reaching the universal joint shield on  
the adjacent section (see “B” dimension). If they  
are too long, measure 1" (“B” dimension) back  
from the universal joint shield and make a mark at  
this location on the inner and outer driveline  
shields.  
3. Move driveline halves together until profile tubes  
overlap by 1/3 the free length. Measure and record  
maximum allowable length shown in Figure 1-5.  
4. Attach inner driveline yoke to gearbox shaft and  
outer driveline yoke to tractor's PTO shaft.  
5. The driveline should now be moved back and forth to  
insure that both ends are secured to the PTO shafts.  
Reattach any end that is loose.  
e. Cut off inner shield at mark (“X” dimension). Cut  
same amount off inner shaft (“X1” dimension).  
Repeat cut off procedure (“Y” & “Y1” dimensions)  
to cut outer driveline half.  
IMPORTANT: The two supplied safety chains must  
be attached to outer and inner driveline yoke shields  
and to the mower deck and tractor to keep driveline  
shields from rotating.  
f. Remove all burrs and cuttings.  
6. Hook one driveline safety chain in the hole on the  
outer driveline yoke shield and the opposite end to  
the tractor.  
7. Hook the second driveline safety chain in the hole on  
the inner driveline yoke shield and the opposite end  
to the mower.  
8. Start tractor and raise Flail Mower just enough to  
remove support blocks used in step 4a.  
9. Slowly engage tractor’s 3-point controls to lower  
mower. Check for sufficient drawbar clearance. Move  
drawbar ahead, aside or remove if required.  
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10. Raise and lower implement to find the maximum  
possible extended driveline length. Check to make  
certain that the driveline has not extended beyond  
the maximum allowable length recorded in step 3 of  
this section.  
Driveline Shortening  
Figure 1-4  
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Section 2: Operating Instructions  
Section 2: Operating Instructions  
3. Grass is best cut when it is dry. Mowing wet grass  
Transporting  
can cause plugging resulting in grass clumps behind  
the mower.  
NOTE: Always disengage PTO before raising mower  
to transport position.  
4. Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter  
clippings deteriorate faster.  
1. When raising mower to transport position, be sure  
driveline does not contact tractor or mower. Adjust  
and set tractor’s 3-point lift height so that the  
driveline does not contact mower deck in the fully  
raised position.  
5. 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.  
Brush Rake Teeth  
2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when  
turning, leaving enough clearance so that the mower  
does not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees  
or fences.  
The FM4188 comes equipped with adjustable brush rake  
teeth. Adjust teeth closer to the ground to allow  
continued chopping of material into fine cuttings before  
final dispersal or raise teeth fully up to discharge material  
3. 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.  
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.  
4. When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor  
to a lower gear.  
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CAUTION  
When traveling on public roads whether at night or during the  
day, use accessory light and devices for adequate warning to  
operators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state and  
local laws.  
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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.  
Mowing Instructions  
Before beginning to mow, the following inspection and  
checks should be performed:  
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DANGER  
1. Check oil level in gearbox. Refer to “Section 4:  
Gearbox shields must be secured in place when operating to  
avoid injury or death from entanglement in rotating  
drivelines.  
2. Check that all plugs in gearbox have been replaced  
and tightened properly.  
3. Be sure all mower knives, bolts and nuts are tight.  
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DANGER  
4. Be certain all guards and shields are in place and  
secure.  
Flail Mowers have the ability to discharge objects at high  
speeds if guards and safety shields are not in place and closed.  
5. Grease driveline shaft and all other grease fittings.  
6. Clear area to be mowed of rocks, branches and other  
foreign objects. Do not use mower on stony ground.  
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WARNING  
The FM3188 is designed to cut grass and brush up to 1”  
diameter and the FM4188 will cut up to 2” diameter brush.  
Using this mower for another type of work can damage the  
cutting components, drive components, mower frame and  
tractor.  
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.  
1. Clear area to be mowed of objects and debris that  
might be picked up and thrown by the mower blades.  
Do not use mower on stony ground.  
10. The rotor knives will cut better at a faster blade speed  
than at reduced throttle.  
2. Make the following machine checks before operating  
the mower.  
11. After mowing the first 50 feet, stop and check to see  
that the mower is adjusted properly.  
All hook-up pins should be secured.  
All shields should be in place and secured.  
All bolts and nuts should be present and tight.  
Make sure the knives are not be broken or loose.  
12. Do not make sharp turns or attempt to back up while  
mower is on the ground.  
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13. Never work close to or on steep slopes.  
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.  
14. Do not engage PTO with mower in the fully raised  
position. Do not engage PTO at full throttle. Do not  
lift mower with PTO engage.  
15. Do not allow anyone including yourself near the  
mower when it is operating.  
Now you’re prepared and well briefed so let’s 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.  
16. Periodically check for foreign objects wrapped  
around the rotor shaft and remove them after  
disengaging PTO, turning off tractor, and removing  
ignition key.  
General 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 FM3188 or FM4188 Flail Mower.  
If you are cutting with an FM4188 and using the hammer  
knives and the standard brush rake teeth you will  
accumulate and force more material into the rotor for  
pulverization. This will require more horsepower and will  
cause you to slow down especially if you are  
encountering material up to 2" in diameter. The fine  
cutting knives on the FM3188 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.  
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 tractor’s 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.  
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.  
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. 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 mower  
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  
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Section 3: Adjustments  
!
CAUTION  
Engage parking brake, shut off tractor, remove key and  
disengage PTO before making any adjustments!  
!
CAUTION  
Secure mower with special supports if it is necessary to lift  
mower off the ground to make adjustments! If not supported,  
the mowercould fall causing serious injury to those present.  
Leveling the Mower  
Level adjustments are made at the tractor’s 3-point lower  
arms and top center link.  
1. Park tractor and Flail Mower on a flat level surface.  
2. Slowly raise mower with the tractor’s hydraulic  
3-point lift until the unit is about 1 to 2” above the  
ground.  
3. Ensure that the lower arms are blocked to prevent  
excessive side movement.  
4. Place a spirt level on the top cover running from left  
to right and adjust one of the lower 3-point arms up or  
down until the mower is level from left to right.  
Roller Cutting Height  
Adjustment Holes  
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Cutting Height Adjustment  
Figure 3-1  
5. Adjust tractor’s top center link to place the upper  
hitch pin vertically above or slightly behind the lower  
hitch pins. The mower should be run with the back 15  
degrees lower than the front.  
6. Slowly operate the tractor's 3-point hydraulic control  
up and down to check for clearance between the  
tires, frame, drawbar etc.  
Cutting Height Adjustment  
Hand Crank  
Storage Base  
Refer to Figure 3-1:  
The machines cutting height depends upon the position  
of the rear roller.  
1. Remove bolts that fix the roller height on both sides.  
Adjustment  
Rod  
2. Lift or lower both sides of roller in equal  
measurements.  
3. Replace bolts and re-tighten. Refer to “Torque  
Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes” Page 24.  
Hand Crank  
4. Inspect knives to make sure they do not touch the  
ground. Knives that come in contact with the ground  
will wear quickly. If necessary, readjust cutting height  
to keep knives from touching the ground.  
Mower Hitch Adjustments  
The mower hitch system has been designed for front to  
back flotation when mowing on uneven terrain. Make  
certain the top center link is adjusted as outlined in Step  
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Refer to Figure 3-2:  
Hitch Adjustment  
Figure 3-2  
The hitch can also be adjusted from side to side by  
turning the adjustment rod with the hand crank. Always  
return hand crank to its storage base after use.  
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Belt Tension Adjustment  
Belt Tension  
Bolt  
!
CAUTION  
Belt drive system under spring tension; use care to avoid  
bodily harm!  
!
WARNING  
Excessive tension on the belt may lead to premature failure of  
belt and drive components. Excessive tension on the belt may  
also lead to a safety hazard to the operator or bystanders.  
The Belt tension should be checked after the first 20  
hours of use and every 40 hours thereafter.  
Gearbox  
Mounting  
Bolts  
1. Check belt tension by applying approximately 22  
pounds of pressure half way between the pulleys.  
The belt should deflect approximately 3/8”.  
2. Belt tension can be adjusted at the belt tension bolt.  
Turn belt tension bolt until desired belt tension is  
achieved.  
3. Loosen gearbox mounting bolts and move gearbox  
until mower driveline is running straight (parallel)  
with the Flail Mower. Retighten mounting bolts to the  
correct torque. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for  
Common Bolt Sizes” Page 24.  
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Belt Tension Adjustment  
Figure 3-3  
IMPORTANT: Replace belts if they cannot be  
IMPORTANT: Do not over tension belts. Excessive  
tension may lead to premature failure of belt and  
drive components.  
Brush Rake Teeth Adjustment  
The FM4188 comes equipped with adjustable brush rake  
teeth. The teeth allow continued cutting/chopping of  
material before final dispersal. The closer the teeth are  
located to the ground the more material they will  
accumulate for continued cutting/chopping. Adjust teeth  
as follows:  
2
1. Remove hair pin cotter (#1) and raise or lower the  
rake tooth (#2) to a new hole location.  
1
2. Replace hair pin cotter (#1) at this new location.  
3. Repeat steps 1 & 2 for the remaining rake teeth.  
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Figure 3-4  
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SMeactiionnte4:nMaanincteenance and Lubrication  
Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life  
of any implement. With careful and systematic  
inspection, costly maintenance, time and repair can be  
avoided.  
4. Return cover to the closed position after servicing  
rotor knives and cleaning out trash.  
Rotor Knife Replacement  
Frequently check rotor knives to make sure they are in  
good working condition and properly secured to the rotor.  
Replace worn or damaged knives with new knives.  
!
CAUTION  
IMPORTANT: Make sure the replacement knife is  
the same length as the others on the mower. This  
will keep the rotor rotation balanced.  
For safety reasons, each maintenance operation must be  
performed with tractor PTO disengaged, mower lowered  
completely to ground and tractor engine shut off with ignition  
key removed.  
IMPORTANT: Replace cutting knives with Land  
Pride fine cutting knives or hammer knives only.  
After using the mower for several hours, check all bolts  
to be sure they are tight and check drive belt tension.  
Lubricate components as listed under "Lubrication" on  
Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety labels by  
obtaining new labels from your Land Pride Dealer.  
Information about labels is located under “Safety Labels” on  
page 4.  
3
2
Trash Removal & Rotor Knife Access  
Refer to Figure 4-1 & Figure 4-2:  
The rotor knives and trash accumulated around them  
can be accessed by opening the rear cover (#2).  
1
1. Unscrew cover locking handles (#1) located on both  
sides.  
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2. Raise rear cover (#2) up as shown.  
Rotor Knife Access (Shown With Cover Closed)  
Figure 4-1  
3. Replace locking handle in cover open location (#3) to  
secure cover in the up position.  
2
3
1
3
1
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Rotor Knife Access (Shown With Cover Open)  
Figure 4-2  
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Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication  
FM3188 Cutting Knife Replacement  
Refer to Figure 4-3:  
V-Belt Installation  
Refer to Figure 4-5:  
The cutting knives have a cutting edge on both the  
leading and trailing edges. When the leading edge wears  
out, turn existing pair of knives around 180 degrees and  
reinstall. Replacement knives should be the same length  
as existing knives to maintain rotor balance.  
!
CAUTION  
Belt drive system is under spring tension; use care to avoid  
bodily harm!  
1. Remove belt guard fender (#1) and belt cover (#2).  
1. Remove nylock nut (#1), bolt (#2) and spacers (#3).  
2. Remove belt tension by loosening the belt tension  
bolt (#3) until belt can be removed.  
2. Remove existing cutting knives (#4) or turn existing  
pair of knives around 180 degrees and reinstall.  
3. Remove old belts from pulleys and install new belts.  
3. Install cutting knife with existing bolt, spacers and  
nylock nut.  
4. Tighten belt tension bolt. See “Belt Tension  
4. Tighten nylock nut to proper torque as listed in the  
5. Reinstall belt guard (#2) and belt guard fender (#1).  
6. Tighten bolts to the proper torque. Refer to “Torque  
Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes” Page 24.  
3
1
2
3
4
2
1
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Fine Cutting Knives (FM3188 Only)  
Figure 4-3  
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FM4188 Hammer Knife Replacement  
Refer to Figure 4-4:  
Belt Installation  
Figure 4-5  
Replacement knives should be the same length as  
existing knives to maintain rotor balance.  
Storage  
Clean the Flail Mower at the end of the working season  
or when the mower will not be used for a long period.  
1. Remove nylock nut (#1) and bolt (#2).  
2. Remove old hammer knife (#3) and install new knife  
with existing bolt and nylock nut.  
1. Clean off any dirt or grease that may have  
accumulated on the mower and moving parts.  
Scrape off compacted dirt from under the hood and  
then wash the surface thoroughly with a garden hose.  
A coating of oil may also be applied to the area to  
minimize oxidation.  
3. Tighten nylock nut to proper torque as listed in the  
2. Check rotor knives and knife bolts for wear and  
replace if necessary. See “Rotor Knife Replacement”  
2
3. Inspect for loose, damaged or worn parts and adjust  
or replace as needed.  
1
4. Lubricate as noted in the Lubrication portion of this  
section starting on page 18.  
3
5. Store mower in a clean, dry place. The unit should be  
positioned on a flat surface with jack stands lowered  
to suitable 3-Point height. Ensure that the main  
frame is stable.  
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6. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to  
prevent rust. Ask your dealer for Aerosol Land Pride  
touch-up paint #821-011C.  
Hammer Knives (FM4188 Only)  
Figure 4-4  
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Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication  
Lubrication  
Lubrication  
Legend  
Multi-purpose  
spray lube  
Multi-purpose  
grease lube  
Multi-purpose  
oil lube  
50  
hrs  
Intervals in hours at which  
lubrication is required  
25  
Hours  
Driveline Shaft U-Joints  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
Quantity - 4 to 8 Pumps  
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20  
Hours  
Driveline Profiles  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
Quantity - Clean & coat inner profile tube of driveline with  
a light film of grease and then reassemble.  
24873  
20  
Hours  
Inner Tube Bearings  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
Quantity - As Required  
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Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication  
As  
Required  
DO NOT  
OVERFILL!  
Gearbox  
Type of Lubrication: SAE EP 90W Gear Lube  
Check oil level in gearbox by removing the plug located  
on the right hand side. Oil should be level with bottom of  
plug hole. Add oil if necessary by removing top fill plug  
and side plug. Add oil until it flows from side plug hole.  
Do not overfill!  
Should your gearbox require service, take it to your  
LAND PRIDE dealer.  
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IMPORTANT: The mower should be level when  
checking oil in gearbox!  
25  
Hours  
3-Point Hitch Slide  
4- Places  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
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25  
Hours  
Roller Bearing (Both Ends)  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
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25  
Hours  
Cutter Rotor Bearing (Both Ends)  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
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Section 5: Specifications & Capacities  
Section 5: Specifications & Capacities  
FM31 & FM41 Series Flail Mowers  
FM3188  
88"  
FM4188  
88”  
Cutting Width  
Overall Width  
96”  
96”  
Height  
45”  
43”  
Depth  
Approximate Machine Weight  
Cutting Capacity  
Cutting Height  
Deck Material Thickness  
Knives  
1300 lbs.  
1”  
1323 lbs.  
2”  
1/2 - 6”  
3/16”  
Fine Cut Knives  
Hammer Knives  
Rotor Shaft Speed  
Rotor Diameter  
Rotor Rotation  
Knife Tip Speed  
Number of Knives  
2140 RPM  
5 1/2”  
Reverse  
9805 fpm  
48  
Fine cutting knives  
24  
Forged hammer knives  
Hitch Type  
Cat. l and ll offset hitch  
Offset Hitch  
7 3/4” Left & Right, Manual Screw-Type  
Driveline  
Cat. 4  
Belt Type  
3 - “C” Section belts  
Gearbox Type  
Gearbox Rating  
Gearbox Lubrication  
Rear Roller Diameter  
Brush Rake Teeth  
540 RPM with internal over-running Clutch  
80 HP  
SAE EP 90W  
5 1/2”  
NA  
13 each  
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Section 6: Features and Benefits  
Section 6: Features and Benefits  
FM31 & FM41 Series Flail Mowers  
Features  
Benefits  
A good cutting width for many applications.  
35 - 80 HP  
88” Cutting width  
Gearbox HP Rating  
7 3/4” Left & right-screw type  
offset hitch  
Easily offset the hitch for roadsides or getting under tree limbs.  
ACME threads on offset  
Gearbox Warranty  
ACME threads are deeper allowing for easy screwing adjustment.  
One year on all components.  
540 RPM cast iron gearbox with  
over-running clutch  
Enables the rotor to free swing to a stop when the tractor PTO has been turned off.  
1/2” – 6” Cutting height  
Variable cutting heights for many uses.  
1” Cutting capacity (31 Series)  
2” Cutting capacity (41 Series)  
Cut saplings when used in a rough setting.  
41 Series is good for chopping up tree trimmings.  
Fine cutting knives (31 Series)  
Heavy enough to cut 1” material, yet fine enough to groom a yard.  
Forged hammer knives (41 Series) Forged hammers are just right for chopping up prunings up to 2” thick, but will also  
groom grass in a very acceptable manner.  
Brush rake teeth (41 Series Only)  
The adjustable brush rake teeth continually push prunings into the knife path for  
repeated chopping action.  
5 1/2” Rotor diameter  
Reverse rotor rotation  
Cat. 4 driveline  
Large rotor is able to take rough conditions.  
Brings the cut material up and over which allows it to be dispersed more evenly.  
Heavy-duty driveline matches up with HP range as well as potential conditions.  
“C” Section belts have more surface to pulley contact and fits deeper in the groove.  
Allows the mower to handle rough conditions.  
3 - “C” Section belts  
3/16” Deck thickness  
Baffles on top inside of deck  
Hinged rear gate  
Keeps cut material from clumping together, ensuring an even distribution of clippings.  
Can be opened for easier discharge in heavy conditions, or left closed for greater  
mulching capabilities.  
Height adjusting roller  
Scrapers  
Rear height adjusting roller with greaseable bearings and tapered ends to prevent  
gouging during turns.  
Standard scrapers on rear height adjusting roller, keeps roller clean for consistent  
cutting height  
High knife tip speed  
Knife tip speed of 9,805 fpm for cleaner cut.  
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Section 7: Troubleshooting  
Section 7: Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Solution  
!
CAUTION  
Do not try to clean rear discharge area when mower is running. Bodily harm may occur!  
Unplug and clean mower deck.  
Remove belt guard shields and clean sheaves.  
Replace belt  
Belt slipping  
Mow at full throttle (540 PTO rpm), check PTO speed and tractor engine.  
Shift transmission to a lower gear.  
Tighten belts.  
Patches of uncut grass  
Replace missing knives or hammers.  
Replace knives or hammers  
Replace drive belt.  
Excessive vibration  
Replace pulleys or align.  
Remove belt guard shields & clean debris from belt area & sheaves.  
Check lubricant level.  
Gearbox noisy  
Raise cutting height by adjusting roller.  
Change mowing pattern.  
Knives scalping grass  
Reduce speed turns.  
Shift to a lower gear.  
Uneven cut  
Level mower.  
Replace missing knives or hammers  
Mow at full throttle (540 PTO rpm).  
Shift to a lower gear.  
Tractor loaded down by mower  
Clean mower.  
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Section 8: Appendix  
Section 8: Appendix  
Torque Values Chart  
Bolt He a d Id e ntific a tion  
Bolt He a d Id e ntific a tion  
8.8  
10.9  
5.8  
Class 5.8  
Bolt Size  
(Inc he s)  
Bolt Size  
(Me tric )  
Class 8.8  
Class 10.9  
Grade 2  
Grade 5  
Grade 8  
1
3
in-tpi  
N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb  
mm x pitch N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb  
1/4" - 20  
7.4  
8.5  
15  
5.6  
11  
8
16  
12  
M 5 X 0.8  
4
3
6
5
9
7
1/4" - 28  
5/16" - 18  
5/16" - 24  
3/8" - 16  
3/8" - 24  
7/16" - 14  
7/16" - 20  
1/2" - 13  
1/2" - 20  
9/16" - 12  
9/16" - 18  
5/8" - 11  
5/8" - 18  
3/4" - 10  
3/4" - 16  
7/8" - 9  
6
13  
10  
18  
14  
M 6 X 1  
7
5
11  
8
15  
11  
11  
24  
17  
33  
25  
M 8 X 1.25  
M 8 X 1  
17  
12  
26  
19  
36  
27  
17  
13  
26  
19  
37  
27  
18  
13  
28  
21  
39  
29  
27  
20  
42  
31  
59  
44  
M10 X 1.5  
M10 X 0.75  
M12 X 1.75  
M12 X 1.5  
M12 X 1  
33  
24  
52  
39  
72  
53  
31  
22  
47  
35  
67  
49  
39  
29  
61  
45  
85  
62  
43  
32  
67  
49  
95  
70  
58  
42  
91  
67  
125  
130  
145  
200  
l215  
315  
335  
405  
485  
610  
900  
93  
49  
36  
75  
55  
105  
145  
165  
210  
235  
285  
325  
510  
570  
820  
905  
78  
60  
44  
95  
70  
97  
66  
49  
105  
115  
150  
165  
205  
230  
360  
405  
585  
640  
875  
955  
76  
105  
120  
155  
170  
210  
240  
375  
420  
605  
670  
90  
66  
105  
145  
155  
225  
240  
310  
350  
440  
650  
760  
830  
77  
105  
150  
160  
230  
245  
300  
355  
450  
665  
75  
55  
85  
M14 X 2  
92  
68  
105  
115  
165  
180  
230  
260  
325  
480  
560  
610  
95  
70  
110  
120  
150  
170  
265  
295  
430  
475  
645  
705  
M14 X 1.5  
M16 X 2  
99  
73  
105  
130  
150  
235  
260  
225  
250  
340  
370  
480  
540  
680  
750  
890  
79  
145  
155  
195  
220  
280  
310  
480  
525  
960  
105  
115  
145  
165  
205  
230  
355  
390  
705  
97  
M16 X 1.5  
M18 X 2.5  
M18 X 1.5  
M20 X 2.5  
M20 X 1.5  
M24 X 3  
110  
170  
190  
165  
185  
250  
275  
355  
395  
500  
555  
655  
7/8" - 14  
1" - 8  
1050 780  
1150 845  
1230 910  
1350 995  
1750 1290  
1960 1440  
M24 X 2  
1" - 12  
M30 X 3.5  
M30 X 2  
1510 1120 2100 1550  
1680 1240 2320 1710  
1-1/8" - 7  
1 1/8" - 12  
1 1/4" - 7  
1 1/4" - 12  
1 3/8" - 6  
1 3/8" - 12  
1 1/2" - 6  
1 1/2" - 12  
1080 795  
1210 890  
1060 785  
M36 X 3.5  
1730 1270 2650 1950 3660 2700  
1880 1380 2960 2190 4100 3220  
1520 1120 2460 1820  
1680 1240 2730 2010  
1990 1470 3230 2380  
2270 1670 3680 2710  
2640 1950 4290 3160  
2970 2190 4820 3560  
M36 X 2  
1
in-tpi = nominal thread diameter in inches-threads per inch  
N· m = newton-meters  
2
3
4
1010 745  
1180 870  
1330 980  
ft-lb= foot pounds  
mm x pitch = nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread  
pitch  
Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.  
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Section 8: Appendix  
Warranty  
Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will  
be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of  
purchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used as  
intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use.  
Overall Unit and Driveline: One year Parts and Labor  
Gearbox: One year on all components.  
Blades and Belts: Considered wear items.  
This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land  
Pride and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part, and does  
not cover common wear items. Land Pride reserves the right to inspect any  
equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or  
workmanship.  
This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride’s  
judgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal  
maintenance or care, or which has been repaired or altered in a way which  
adversely affects its performance or reliability, or which has been used for a  
purpose for which the product is not designed. Misuse also specifically includes  
failure to properly maintain oil levels, grease points, and driveline shafts.  
Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which originally sold  
the product and all warranty adjustments must be made through an authorized  
Land Pride dealer. Land Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials  
or design of the product at any time without notice.  
This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damages  
of any kind, direct, consequential, or contingent to property. Furthermore, Land  
Pride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond its  
reasonable control. This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops, any expense  
or loss for labor, supplies, rental machinery or for any other reason.  
No other warranty of any kind whatsoever, express or implied, is made  
with respect to this sale; and all implied warranties of merchantability and  
fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in  
this written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale.  
This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days  
from the date of purchase by the end user.  
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