Land Pride Lawn Mower 309 100M User Guide

Flail Mowers  
FM2060 & FM2072  
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309-100M  
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 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  
Protective Equipment  
Be prepared if a fire starts.  
Protective clothing and equipment  
Keep a first aid kit and fire  
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.  
Operating equipment safely  
requires the full attention of the  
operator. Avoid wearing radio  
headphones while operating  
machinery.  
911  
Keep Riders  
Off Machinery  
Riders obstruct the operator’s  
view, they could be struck by  
foreign objects or thrown from the  
machine.  
Never allow children to operate  
equipment.  
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Important Safety Information  
4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.  
Safety Labels  
Your mower comes equipped with all safety labels in  
place. They were designed to help you safely operate  
your implement. Read and follow their directions.  
To install new labels:  
a. Clean the area the label is to be placed.  
b. Spray soapy water on the surface where 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.  
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires  
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as  
specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components  
make sure the correct safety labels are included in the  
request.  
c. Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface.  
a. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.  
818-130C  
Caution: To avoid injury  
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818-230C  
Red Reflector (Both Sides)  
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818-540C  
Danger: Guard Missing  
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Beneath Guard  
818-543C  
Danger: Guard Missing  
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ROTATING DRIVELINE  
KEEP AWAY!  
818-552C  
Danger: Rotating Driveline  
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818-552C  
Danger: Rotating Driveline  
ROTATING DRIVELINE  
KEEP AWAY!  
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Important Safety Information  
818-558C  
Warning: General  
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818-556C  
Danger: Thrown Object  
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838-079C  
Danger: Rotating  
Knives Both sides  
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Introduction  
LInantdrPoriddeuweclctoimoens you to the growing family of new  
Definitions  
product owners.  
NOTE: A special point of information that the  
operator must be aware of before continuing.  
This Flail Mower 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 the machine.  
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.  
Application  
The medium duty FM2060 and FM2072 Series Flail  
Mowers are designed and built by to provide excellent  
cutting performance on gently sloping or slightly  
contoured grassy right-of ways, roadsides, ditches,  
pastures, nurseries, and smaller fields of light row crop  
debris, stalks, and residual agricultural trash. The 60"  
and 72" cutting widths and 3/4" to 4" cutting height and  
ability to cut weeds and brush up to 1" in diameter makes  
these flail mowers well suited for nursery and agricultural  
applications where grass, brush, pruning’s, small  
saplings, and cotton residue are present. Either model  
equipped with fine cut 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, or right of ways.  
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 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.  
Serial Number Plate  
Both models offer a Cat. 1 three-point hitch for tractors  
not to exceed 55 PTO horsepower. The three point  
hitches on both models offer centered mounting or offset  
capability 6" to the right making them even more  
desirable for cutting in and around trees with extremely  
low hanging branches. Both models also offer a Cat. 4  
and 540rpm shielded driveline. The FM2060 and  
FM2072 Flail Mowers, with their horizontal cutting rotor  
design, also provide for greatly reduced potential of  
launching projectiles out from under the mower making  
them an excellent choice for state and municipal mowing  
applications.  
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.  
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“Features and Benefits” on page 17 for additional  
information and performance enhancing options.  
Serial Number Plate Location  
Figure 1  
Further Assistance  
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.  
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new  
mower. If for any reaso7n 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 your problems  
and that he has had the opportunity to assist you.  
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.  
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or  
general manager of the dealership, explain the  
problem and request assistance.  
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.  
3. For further assistance write to:  
Land Pride Service Department  
1525 East North Street  
P.O. Box 5060  
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.  
Salina, Ks. 67402-5060  
E-mail address  
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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up  
Section 1: Assembly and Set-up  
Tractor Requirements  
Hitch Assembly  
This mower is designed with a 3-Point category I hitch.  
Horse power rating of tractor should not exceed 40 PTO  
horse power for the Flail Mowers.  
4. The hitch is disassembled for ease in shipping.  
5. Assemble the hitch (#1) to the flail mower and secure  
with the bolts (#2), lock washers (#3) and nuts (#4)  
as shown.  
NOTE: In order to maintain steering control, ballast  
may need to be added to your tractor. To determine  
whether or not to add the ballast, refer to your  
tractor’s operator manual.  
6. The hitch can be assembled in two different  
positions; (#5) and (#6) for either a left offset or right  
offset.  
7. Tighten all hardware.  
Hitch Assembly  
Figure 1-1  
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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up  
4. Attach the chain from the driveline shield to one of  
Tractor Hook-Up  
the upper hitch braces to ensure that the shield does  
not rotate.  
1. Be certain that tractor draw bar will not interfere.  
Move draw bar ahead or remove if required. Draw bar  
should also be checked for clearance when unit is  
being raised for the first time.  
5. Should the driveline require shortening:  
d. Hold the half-shafts next to each other in the  
shortest working position and mark them.  
2. Align lower link arms of tractor to hitch clevises on  
mower. Insert lower hitch pins into lower ball swivels  
and attach linch pins.  
e. Shorten inner and outer guard tubes equally.  
f. Shorten inner and outer sliding profiles by the  
same length as the guard tubes.  
3. Attach tractor top link to upper floating hitch on  
mower with pin supplied. Secure with lock pin.  
g. Proper overlap is a minimum of one-half the  
length of each tube, with both tubes being of equal  
length.  
4. Adjust the tractor top link in or out to place the upper  
hitch pin vertically above or slightly behind the lower  
hitch pins as shown in Figure 1-2, to allow mower  
flotation. The mower should be run with the back 15  
degrees lower than the front.  
h. Round off all sharp edges and remove burrs.  
Grease sliding profiles.  
Driveline Installation  
1. Slide driveline end with extended safety cone over  
splined shaft of the gearbox and secure with  
attaching device.  
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CAUTION  
Tractor PTO shield and all mower guards must be in place at  
all times during operation!  
2. Slide driveline over the tractor’s splined PTO shaft  
and secure with locking device of driveline.  
3. Driveline should now be moved back and forth to  
insure that it is secure on the PTO shaft of the tractor  
and mower gearbox.  
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Tractor Hook-Up  
Figure 1-2  
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Section 2: Operating Instructions  
Section 2: Operating Instructions  
2. Check that all plugs in gearbox have been replaced  
and tightened properly.  
Transporting  
NOTE: Always disengage PTO before raising the  
mower to transport position.  
3. Be sure all mower knives, bolts and nuts are tight.  
4. Be certain all guards and shields are in place and  
secure.  
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.  
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.  
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. 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.  
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.  
10. Mower knives will cut better at a faster blade speed  
than at reduced throttle.  
9. When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor  
to a lower gear.  
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  
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CAUTION  
mower is on the ground.  
When traveling on public roads, whether at 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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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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:  
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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.  
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Section 3: Adjustments  
Section 3: Adjustments  
Leveling the Mower  
3-Point Hitch Adjustments  
The 3-point hitch system on this mower has been  
designed for front to back flotation when mowing on  
uneven terrain. Adjust the tractor’s top 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.  
NOTE: Tractor and mower should be on level  
ground.  
Leveling can be adjusted with the tractor’s 3-point.  
Cutting Height Adjustment  
There is also two different positions for a left or right  
The machines cutting height depends upon the position  
of the rear roller.  
1. Remove the bolts that fix the roller on both sides.  
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2. Lift or lower both sides of the roller in equal  
measurements.  
Engage parking brake, shut off tractor, remove key and  
disengage PTO before making any height adjustments!  
3. Replace the bolts and re-tighten.  
Belt Tension  
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CAUTION  
Belt drive system under spring tension; use care to avoid  
bodily harm!  
The Belt tension should be checked after the first 20  
hours of use. And then every 40 hours of use.  
1. To check tension apply approximately 22 pounds of  
pressure half way between the pulleys. There should  
be approximately 3/8” of deflection.  
2. If there is excessive deflection the belts should be  
3. Excessive tension on the belt may lead to premature  
failure of belt and drive components.  
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Cutting Height  
Figure 3-1  
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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.  
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Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication  
Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication  
4. Reinstall idler arm and roller (#3).  
Maintenance  
5. Reinstall belt guard (#2) and belt guard fender (#1)  
Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life  
of any farm implement. With careful and systematic  
inspection, costly maintenance, time and repair can be  
avoided.  
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CAUTION  
For safety reasons, each maintenance operation must be  
performed with tractor PTO disengaged, the mower lowered  
completely to the ground and the tractor engine shut off with  
ignition key removed.  
After using the mower for several hours, check all bolts  
to be sure they are tight and check the tension of the  
drive belt. Refer to Belt Tension in the “Adjustments”  
section on page 12.  
Lubricate items as listed under Lubrication, this  
section, starting on page 14.  
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 in  
the “Important Safety Information” section starting on  
Service Mowing Knives  
Knife Replacement  
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the knife is the same  
length as the others on the mower. This will keep the  
rotor rotation balanced.  
1. Remove bolt and nut.  
2. Remove the old knife.  
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3. Replace the bolt. Tighten to the proper torque as  
listed in the Torque Values Chart in the “Appendix”  
section on page 19.  
Belt Installation  
Figure 5-1  
Storage  
IMPORTANT: Replace knives with Land Pride knives  
only.  
At the end of the working season or when the mower will  
not be used for a long period, it is good practice to clean  
off any dirt or grease that may have accumulated on the  
mower and any of the moving parts.  
V-Belt Installation  
1. Clean as necessary.  
2. Check the knives for wear and replace if necessary,  
!
CAUTION  
see Service Mowing Knives, this section on.  
Belt drive system under spring tension; use care to avoid  
bodily harm!  
3. Inspect the mower for loose, damaged or worn parts  
and adjust or replace as needed.  
1. Remove the belt guard fender (#1) and belt cover  
(#2).  
4. Lubricate as noted in the Lubrication portion of this  
section starting on page 14.  
2. Disengage belt tension by removing the idler arm  
and roller (#3).  
5. Store unit inside if possible for longer life.  
Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent  
rust. Ask your dealer for aerosol Land Pride Beige touch-  
up paint #821-011C.  
3. With tension relieved from belt remove old belt from  
pulleys.  
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Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication  
Lubrication  
Lubrication  
Legend  
Multi-purpose  
spray lube  
Multi-purpose  
grease lube  
Multi-purpose  
oil lube  
Intervals in hours  
at which lubrication  
is required  
50  
25  
Hours  
Driveline Shaft U-Joints  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
13545  
25  
Hours  
Roller Bearing (Both Ends)  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
17964  
25  
Hours  
Cutter Rotor Bearing (Both Ends)  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
17962  
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Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication  
As  
Required  
DO NOT  
OVERFILL!  
Gearbox  
Type of Lubrication: SAE 90W Gear Lube  
Check the oil level in the gearbox by removing the plug at  
the side of the box on the right hand side. If oil should flow  
from the plug hole there is enough oil. Add oil if necessary  
by removing the top plug.  
17964  
Do not overfill! Should your gearbox require service, take it  
to your LAND PRIDE dealer.  
NOTE: Mower should be level when checking oil in  
gearbox!  
Inner  
Tube  
20  
Hours  
Driveline Profiles  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
13648  
25  
Hours  
Extension Shaft Bearing  
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease  
17964  
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Section 5: Specifications & Capacities  
Section 5: Specifications & Capacities  
FM2060 & FM2072 Series Flail Mowers  
FM2060  
60"  
FM2072  
72"  
Cutting Width  
Overall Width  
Height  
68”  
80”  
37”  
28”  
Depth  
Weight  
616 lbs.  
660 lbs.  
Cutting Height  
Cutting Capacity  
Deck Material Thickness  
Knives  
3/4” - 4”  
1”  
11 gauge  
Fine cut  
1980 RPM  
4 1/4”  
Rotor Shaft Speed  
Rotor Diameter  
Rotor Rotation  
Knife Tip Speed  
Number of Knives  
Hitch Type  
Reverse  
8705 fpm  
60  
72  
Category I  
6 1/4”  
Offset Hitch  
PTO Speed  
540 RPM  
Driveline  
Cat 4 w/Over-running Clutch  
55 HP  
Gearbox Rating  
Drive Belts  
(2) - “B” Section Belts  
5 1/2”  
Rear Roller Diameter  
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Section 6: Features and Benefits  
Section 6: Features and Benefits  
FM20 Series  
Features  
Benefits  
Key widths  
60”, 72”  
6 1/4” Right,  
centered offset hitch  
The two position hitch for offsetting the mower allows closer cutting along buildings, fences  
or roadsides.  
Gearbox HP rating  
25 - 55 HP to fit a large array of tractors  
3/4” – 4” Cutting height  
Gearbox Warranty  
Low cutting height allows for scalping in grasses such as Bermuda prior to overseeding.  
One year on all components  
1” Cutting capacity  
4 1/4” Rotor diameter  
Reverse rotor rotation  
Can cut small saplings.  
Large rotor diameter protects against obstructions.  
Reverse rotation brings the cut grass up and over the rotor for a cleaner discharge.  
Cat. 4 driveline with over-  
running clutch  
Upon disengaging the PTO, the over-running clutch allows the driveline to quit turning, while  
the clutch yoke, gearbox and rotor shaft slow down by their own inertia.  
3 - “B” Section belts  
“B” Section belts fit snug in the sheaves, and the multiple belts ensure positive transfer of  
power.  
3 Fine cut knives per hanger  
High knife tip speed  
Helps eliminate the peak and valley cut left with many fine cut blade arrangements.  
Knife tip speed of 8,705 fpm for cleaner cut.  
Adjustable rear panel  
Rear panel adjusts to allow stronger discharge of material. Also aids in cleaning underside  
of deck.  
Baffles on the top inside of the  
deck  
Keeps the cut material from clumping together, ensuring an even distribution of clippings.  
Height adjusting roller  
Rear height adjusting roller with greaseable bearings and tapered ends to prevent gouging  
during turns.  
Scrapers  
Standard scrapers on rear height adjusting roller.  
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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  
Excessive vibration  
Replace missing knives.  
Replace knives  
Replace drive belt.  
Replace pulleys or align.  
Remove belt guard shields & clean debris from belt area & sheaves.  
Check lubricant level.  
Raise cutting height by adjusting roller.  
Change mowing pattern.  
Reduce speed turns.  
Gearbox noisy  
Knives scalping grass  
Shift to a lower gear.  
Uneven cut  
Level mower.  
Replace missing knives.  
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  
Class 8.8  
Class 10.9  
Grade 2  
Grade 5  
Grade 8  
1
3
in-tpi  
1/4" - 20  
1/4" - 28  
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  
7.4  
8.5  
15  
5.6  
11  
8
16  
12  
M 5 X 0.8  
4
3
6
5
9
7
6
13  
10  
18  
14  
M 6 X 1  
7
5
11  
8
15  
11  
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  
11  
24  
17  
33  
25  
M 8 X 1.25 17  
12  
26  
19  
36  
27  
17  
13  
26  
19  
37  
27  
M 8 X 1  
18  
33  
13  
28  
21  
39  
29  
27  
20  
42  
31  
59  
44  
M10 X 1.5  
24  
52  
39  
72  
53  
31  
22  
47  
35  
67  
49  
M10 X 0.75 39  
M12 X 1.75 58  
29  
61  
45  
85  
62  
43  
32  
67  
49  
95  
70  
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  
M12 X 1.5  
M12 X 1  
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 in.  
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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Notes:  
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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.  
Belts and Blades: 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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