Table of Contents Gondo 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 21341 Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit 720-051M 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! © Copyright 2008 Printed 7/14/08 Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Models Covered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction Section 1: Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to its growing family of new product owners. Gondo series trucks are heavy duty utility vehicles that have been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper set-up, maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from this vehicle. Definitions The following terms are used throughout this manual.
Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction paint. Customers can choose either a 23 cu. ft. capacity gondola style box or an 18 cu. ft. capacity tilt box with a standard tailgate. Choosing the hydraulic tilt option makes both boxes capable of hydraulically dumping their full 1800lb. payload capacity by simple activation of a lever on the operator’s console. A standard receiver type hitch comes as standard equipment and this unit is capable of up to 2500 lbs. of towing capacity.
Table of Contents Section 2: Important Safety Information Section 2: Important Safety Information Important: Read and understand all pages in this manual thoroughly before operating your vehicle. These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Safety Symbol Be Aware of Signal Words Look for the Safety symbol throughout this manual.
Table of Contents Section 2: Important Safety Information ▲ Make sure all moving parts have ▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts stopped and all system pressure is relieved. ▲ Allow the engine to cool completely. ▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before servicing or adjusting electrical systems or before welding. are in good condition and installed properly. ▲ Remove build-up of grease, oil or debris. ▲ Remove all tools and unused parts from the Gondo before operation.
Table of Contents Section 2: Important Safety Information Safe Operating Procedures The safe operation of any machinery is a big concern to all consumers. Your Gondo has been designed with many built-in safety features. However, no one should operate this vehicle before carefully reading this Operator’s Manual. Also read all instructions noted on the safety decals. ! ▲ Do not wear clothing or other articles that hangs loosely.
Table of Contents Section 2: Important Safety Information ▲ Never use this vehicle for racing. This vehicle is designed ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ 6 to achieve ground speeds up to 17mph. Any unauthorized modifications intended to increase the ground speed of this vehicle above 17mph may result in cancellation of the vehicle warranty and may be in direct violation of laws regulating current air quality standards. Avoid sudden stops, starts and turns.
Table of Contents Section 2: Important Safety Information ▲ Do not smoke or use electrical devices including cell ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ phones while refueling. Always check wheel lug nut torque values two hours after initial operation and two hours after each tire repair and/ or replacement. Routinely check lug nut torque valves every 100 hours of operation. See "Wheel Lug Nuts" on page 22. Support this vehicle securely before working beneath. Chock wheels to prevent vehicle from rolling.
Table of Contents Section 2: Important Safety Information 838-492C Caution: Maximum Power Source 21440 21443a 21458 838-629C 21443a Warning: Pinch Point or Crushing Hazard 21443b 8 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720-051M 7/14/08
Table of Contents Section 2: Important Safety Information 838-486C 21439 Warning: General Utility Vehicle 838-489C Warning: Rollover Hazard 21439 838-491C Warning: Improper Use 7/14/08 21439 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720-051M 9
Table of Contents Section 2: Important Safety Information 838-490C Caution: Stop Engine 21438 838-628C Warning: Load Rating and Trailer Towing Information 21442 838-508C Warning: Before Filling Tank with Gasoline 21441 10 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720-051M 7/14/08
Table of Contents Section 2: Important Safety Information 838-444C Danger: Muffler hot 21436 20971 Warning Label Included with Seat Warning: Check Seat mounting 21345 7/14/08 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720-051M 11
Table of Contents Section 3: Pre-Delivery and Check List Section 3: Pre-Delivery and Check List Each vehicle must undergo a Pre-Delivery Inspection by the Dealer. Listed below is an example of the checklist that is included with the Warranty Registration that is to be submitted to Land Pride upon Retail Sale. The Pre-Delivery Certificate and Warranty Registration must be submitted to Land Pride in order to activate the vehicle warranty.
Table of Contents Section 3: Pre-Delivery and Check List Dealer Delivery To Customer List ___Warranty registration form is complete. ___Owner’s Manual has been delivered to and reviewed by the customer. ___Engine Manual has been delivered to and reviewed by the customer. ___Warranty Policy limits and requirements have been explained to the customer. ___Customer has reviewed the safety video. ___Location and functions of vehicle controls have been explained.
Table of Contents Section 4: Operating Instructions Section 4: Operating Instructions Operator Responsibilities ! WARNING ! DANGER It is the operator’s responsibility to have read this manual thoroughly and to know how to operate this vehicle safely in all situations. See "Section 2: Important Safety Information" starting on page 3. Avoid injury or death from entanglement in the rotating components and pinch points. All shields must be in place and secure when operating.
Table of Contents Section 4: Operating Instructions #3 #4 Choke Switch: Used to increase fuel mixture to help start the engine when it is cold. Pull choke knob out and hold to start a cold engine. Release knob after engine has started. Do not choke an engine that is hot from operating. Engine flooding may result. To avoid running the battery down, allow a flooded engine to set 15 to 30 minutes before attempting to restart it.
Table of Contents Section 4: Operating Instructions ! DANGER Sudden hard braking pressure can throw occupants forward causing body injury and death. Whenever possible, apply pressure to the brake pedal gently and increase presser slowly until desired braking force is achieved. gear only after reaching sufficient speed and engine RPM. Continue shifting up to the next higher gear until highest gear is reached. Shift down one or two gears if loss of engine power is noticed.
Table of Contents Section 4: Operating Instructions Steering Refer to Figure 4-5 Steering: The vehicle steers by pivoting about the center swivel yoke with the aid of a hydraulic cylinder. IMPORTANT: Become familiar with the steering capabilities of the Gondo before putting the vehicle into service. Be certain to practice steering going forward and backing up as it has a different feel than normal front wheel steered vehicles.
Table of Contents Section 4: Operating Instructions Descending Steep Hills ! WARNING Do not descend a steep hill with rear cargo box removed. Dangerous forward weight distribution is created. Descend most hills straight down in 1st gear. When necessary, use steady pressure on the brakes without locking them up. Hard braking can cause total loss of control and a rollover situation.
Table of Contents Section 4: Operating Instructions Towing Loaded on a Trailer The Gondo may be driven or winched onto a trailer. The following precautions should be followed when loading and towing the Gondo on a trailer: • Always make certain loading ramps are capable of • • • • • • • • • supporting the Gondo’s weight, properly spaced for the Gondo wheels and secured to the trailer before loading the Gondo. Two people should be present when loading the vehicle.
Table of Contents Section 4: Operating Instructions 4. Avoid operating on excessively steep hills and especially on hills that are steeper than 15 degrees. Avoid crossing slopes if possible and don’t make sharp uphill steering corrections or a rollover could result. If your vehicle starts to tip over on a slope turn the front wheels quickly down hill to regain stability and control. The best way to climb most hills is to drive straight up while maintaining a steady ground speed and constant engine rpm.
Table of Contents Section 5: Options and Accessories Section 5: Options and Accessories Gondo Options Gondo Accessories There are several options Land Pride offers when selecting your Gondo. A variety of accessory equipment has been designed to complement your needs and make your Land Pride Gondo a very functional and useful vehicle. See your nearest Land Pride Dealer for all accessories available.
Table of Contents Section 6: Maintenance Section 6: Maintenance General Maintenance ! WARNING Read and observe all safety warnings in this manual and in the engine service manual. ! WARNING Except when checking or changing components, always keep protective shields on for safety as well as for cleanliness. ! WARNING Keep engine clean of oil, grease, trash and debris which can cause engine overheating, fires and belt wear. Clean only after the engine has completely cooled.
Table of Contents Section 6: Maintenance Engine Torques For engine torque values, see engine owner’s manual. All Other Torques For all other torques refer to “Torque Values Chart” page 45. Tire Maintenance 6. Work may now be performed on the vehicle. Be sure to properly torque all bolts that were loosened. Wheel bolts should be torqued after the vehicle is lowered to the ground. 7. Lower the vehicle by first jacking the vehicle up high enough to remove the jack stands.
Table of Contents Section 6: Maintenance Common circuit failures can be from “shorts”, corroded or dirty terminals, loose connections, defective wire insulation or broken wires. Switches, solenoids and ignition components can also not function, causing a short or open circuit. Before attempting any fault diagnosis of the electrical system, use a test light or voltmeter to check the battery voltage.
Table of Contents Section 6: Maintenance Red Jumper Cable 12 volt Booster Battery Dead Battery Metal Surface Black Jumper Cable 2. Disconnect the black jumper cable from the metal surface on the vehicle that had the dead battery. 3. Disconnect the other end of the black jumper cable from the negative post on the booster battery. 4. Disconnect the red jumper cable from the positive (+) post on the booster battery. 5.
Table of Contents Section 6: Maintenance Filling the Fuel Tank Fuel Filter and Fuel Line Maintenance Refer to Figure 6-4 on page 26 The fuel tank is located on the left side under the seat console. Total fuel capacity is 8 gallons. Refer to Figure 6-4 The fuel filter (Land Pride Part No. 831-031C) is installed in the fuel line between the fuel tank and engine and should be replaced annually. At the same time check the fuel line hoses for any cracks or leaks.
Table of Contents Section 6: Maintenance High Altitude Carburetor Kit Power Steering Shield IMPORTANT: The air-fuel mixture in carburetors modified for high elevation is too lean when operating at elevations below 5,000 feet. Operating engines with modified carburetors below 5,000 feet can result in engine overheating and serious engine damage. Return carburetor to original factory specifications when operating at low elevations.
Table of Contents Section 6: Maintenance Engine Air Filter Refer to Figure 6-7 A specially designed high density paper filter element surrounded by an oil filled foam precleaner filter element cleans the air supplied to the engine. Protect your engine by ordering only genuine Land Pride parts when replacing the air filter elements. NOTE: Do not operate engine with a damaged air filter or without the air filter elements installed. Dirt will enter the engine and cause a dust ingested engine failure.
Table of Contents Section 6: Maintenance carefully to prevent damaging it. Inspect and replace the element if it is dirty, bent or damaged with a genuine Land Pride element. Do not use an element if its sealing surfaces are bent or damaged. 7. Check air cleaner base. Make sure it is not bent or damaged and is secured. 8. Check element cover. Make sure it is not bent or damage and that it fits properly. Replace all damaged air cleaner components. 9.
Table of Contents Section 6: Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Operation Daily Check Engine Oil level Every 25 Hrs Every 100 Hrs. Every 200 Hrs. Every 6 Mos.
Table of Contents Section 7: Lubrication and Fluids Section 7: Lubrication and Fluids Multi-purpose spray lube Multi-purpose grease lube Engine Oil Engine lubrication is essential and must be maintained to ensure long engine life. It is extremely important to use proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase. It is also extremely important to check oil daily and change it regularly as outlined in the maintenance schedule. See Engine Operator’s Manual for a detailed description of engine oil maintenance.
Table of Contents Section 7: Lubrication and Fluids Engine Oil and Filter Change Refer to Figures 7-1, 7-2, 7-3, 7-4 & 7-5 Oil Drain Valve Oil Drain Cap 6mo/100hrs Drain used engine oil while the engine and oil are still warm. The oil will drain more freely and carry away more impurities. Change oil as follows: 1. Prepare vehicle for maintenance as outlined in steps 1-6 on page 22. 2. Clean the area around the oil filter to keep dirt and debris out of the engine. 3.
Table of Contents Section 7: Lubrication and Fluids Differential Oil Refer to Figure 7-6 and Figure 7-7 Differential lubrication is essential and must be maintained to ensure long life of the differentials. It is extremely important to use proper type and weight of oil. Also, it is important to check and change oil as outlined in the maintenance schedule below. NOTE: Running vehicle low on differential oil can damage differential and void its warranty.
Table of Contents Section 7: Lubrication and Fluids Transmission Fluid Transmission Fluid Change Transmission lubrication is essential and must be maintained to ensure long life of the transmission. It is extremely important to use proper fluid. Also, it is important to check and change oil as outlined in the maintenance schedule below. NOTE: Running vehicle low on transmission oil can damage transmission and void its warranty.
Table of Contents Section 7: Lubrication and Fluids Steering & Cargo Lift Cylinder Fluid ! WARNING Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems. use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than hands when searching for hydraulic leaks. If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin, it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor or gangrene may result.
Table of Contents Section 7: Lubrication and Fluids Pillow Block Bearing Refer to Figure 7-13 100 hrs The Pillow block bearing is located along side the left side of the engine below the fuel filter. • Grease every 100 hours of operation • Type of Grease: Multipurpose • Quantity: 3 or 4 pumps of the grease gun. Stop adding grease if lubricant emerges through the seals.
Table of Contents Section 8: Seasonal Storage Section 8: Seasonal Storage ! CAUTION Fuel vapors are flammable and explosive. Do not store a vehicle with fuel in the tank in a building where fumes can reach a spark or an open flames (i.e. plug-in sockets, light switches, light fixtures, power tools, welders, pilot lights and stoves). Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide. Do not run a vehicle inside a building any longer than what it takes to move it.
Table of Contents Section 9: Body Repair Section 9: Body Repair Introduction Land Pride Gondo bodies are constructed of fiberglass. Scuffs, light scratches and deep gouges are in most situations repairable. Land Pride recommends that you use a professional body shop to restore your vehicle’s body. For your consideration, we have provided below a list of recommended tools, materials and steps suggested for repairing the fiberglass body. 8.
Table of Contents Section 9: Body Repair 8. A second and third application of compound may be required. Keep buffer moving over surface, this will help keep the surface cool. Clean compound residue off surface after each buffing operation. Do not continue to buff compound until dry. 9. Buff the surface of the body when dry. When all scuff marks have been buffed out the surface may still appear a little dull, if so, proceed to #10. 10. Install polishing pad #W-9006 on buffer (tan pad). 11.
Table of Contents Section 10: Specifications and Capacities Section 10: Specifications and Capacities 4400EX Series Engine Kohler Command Pro Series Engine Type 4 stroke - air cooled V-Twin Horse Power 20 Displacement Cylinders Valving Steering Wheel Dia. Body Cowling Fiberglass Floorboards Fiberglass 624 cc Frame Construction Tube & channel 2 Frame.
Table of Contents Section 11: Troubleshooting Section 11: Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies Battery is dead Key switch is not in the off position. Switch key to off position. Disconnect and recharge battery. Battery is worn out or defective. Replace battery. Starter solenoid is shorted. Replace starter solenoid. Battery connections are loose or corroded. Clean and tighten battery connections. Battery fluid level is low. Add distilled water to battery cell.
Table of Contents Section 11: Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies Engine loses power Throttle cable is sticking. Clean and oil throttle cable. Replace worn or damaged cable. Choke cable is sticking. Clean and oil choke cable. Replace worn or damaged cable. Spark plugs are defective. Replace spark plugs. Spark plugs are fouled. Clean spark plugs or replace. Fuel supply is restricted. Check for dirt in fuel tank. Fuel line is plugged, pinched, or kinked.
Table of Contents Section 11: Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies Engine starts in gear Clutch switch is improperly adjusted. Adjust clutch switch to be engaged with clutch fully down. Engine stops running Gas tank is empty. Refill gas tank. Spark Plug wiring is defective. Replace spark plug wiring. Ignition switch is defective. Replace ignition switch. Battery is worn out or defective. Replace battery Crankshaft is broke. Replace broken crankshaft.
Table of Contents Section 11: Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies Starter does not work Neutral switch is not engaged. Adjust neutral switch to be engaged with gear shift in neutral. Neutral switch is defective. Replace neutral switch. Battery power is low. Recharge battery. Battery connections are loose or corroded. Clean and tighten battery connections. Battery is worn out or defective. Replace battery. Harness connections are loose. Reconnect harness connections.
Table of Contents Section 12: Appendix Section 12: Appendix Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification Bolt Size (Inches) in-tpi 1 Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 N · ft-lb N · ft-lb N · ft-lb Bolt Size (Metric) mm x 5.8 8.8 10.9 Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 N · ft-lb N · ft-lb N · ft-lb 1/4" - 20 7.4 5.6 11 8 16 12 M 5 X 0.8 4 3 6 5 9 7 1/4" - 28 8.5 6 13 10 18 14 M6X1 7 5 11 8 15 11 5/16” - 18 15 11 24 17 33 25 M 8 X 1.
Table of Contents Section 12: Appendix Notes 46 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720-051M 7/14/08
Table of Contents Section 12: Appendix Land Pride Limited Warranty Utility Vehicle Land Pride, A Division of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
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