Table of Contents Disc Mowers DM35 Series (S/N253045+) 18830 309-502M 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 7/18/08 Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
Land Pride. Table of Contents Table of Contents Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . .1 Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication .17 Be Aware of Signal Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 At the beginning of each season: . . . . . . . . . . 17 Servicing Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Blade Replacement . . . . . . . .
Land Pride ▲ Table of Contents Important Safety Information Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Be Aware of Signal Words A signal word designates a degree or level of hazard seriousness. The signal words are: ! DANGER! Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Use Safety Lights and Devices Transport Machinery Safely ▲ Slow moving tractors, self- ▲ Comply with state and local laws. ▲ Maximum transport speed for propelled equipment, and towed implements can create a hazard when driven on public roads. They are difficult to see, especially at night.
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Prepare for Emergencies ▲ Be prepared if a fire starts. ▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. ▲ Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near phone. Wear Protective Equipment ▲ Protective clothing and equipment should be worn. ▲ Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job.
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information Safety Labels Your Mower comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. 1. Read and follow label directions. 2. Keep all safety labels clean and legible. 3. Replace all damaged or missing labels. 4. Some new equipment installed during repair require safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified by Land Pride.
Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information 17897 818-626C Danger Crushing Hazard 17897 818-641C Danger Rotating Blades 17897 818-642C Danger Thrown Object 17897 838-094C Warning: High Pressure 7/18/08 DM35 Series (S/N253045+) Disc Mowers 309-502M 5
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information 17885 818-558C Warning General Mower Safety 17885 838-095C Warning Rotating Disc 17885 6 DM35 Series (S/N253045+) Disc Mowers 309-502M 7/18/08
Land Pride Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners. This Disc 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.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1 Assembly and Set-Up Section 1 Assembly and Set-Up Tools Required • Fork lift, crane hoist or block-and-tackle • Impact wrench or socket and ratchet set (metric) • Rubber mallet • Box-end (metric), allen (metric) and crescent wrenches • Drift pins • Screwdriver • Safety shoes, safety glasses and gloves. A hard hat should be worn by anyone working under the crane.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly and Set-Up Main Frame Dealer Assembly Figure 1-2 7/18/08 17877 DM35 Series (S/N253045+) Disc Mowers 309-502M 9
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1 Assembly and Set-Up Cutting Unit Refer to Figure 1-3: 1. Install the support frame (#1) to the gearbox using the bolts (#2) and washers (#3). 2. Assemble the support leg (#5) to the support frame (#1) using the bolts (#6) and washers (#7). Assemble the support leg (#5) to the cutting unit (#4) and secure with bolt (#8) and lock nut (#9). 3. Assemble the clevis (#11) on the support frame lug and retain with pin (#12) as shown.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2 Operating Section 2 Operating Attaching the Tractor 1. Back the tractor up to the disc mower so that the lower draft arms are aligned with the lower lift pins of the disc mower. Connect 3-point upper link. Connect to lower 3-point arms with proper attaching hardware. See Figure 3-2 for proper tractor hook-up. 2. Raise the mower cutter bar off the ground slightly by actuating the hydraulic cylinder. 3.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2 Operating Transporting ! CAUTION When traveling on public roads at night or during the day, use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to operator's of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state and local laws. Operating Checklist ✔ Check Safety Rules Operating Instructions IMPORTANT: Always disengage the tractor’s PTO before raising the mower to transport position.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2 Operating 3. Release the hydraulic cylinder and lower the cutter bar until it is parallel to the ground. 4. Raise 3-point so inner end of cutter bar is approximately 12” off the ground. Lower cutter bar hydraulic cylinder so outside end of bar is just touching the ground. Lower 3-point to work position. 5. Reposition curtain. NOTE: Before using the mower, check the breakaway linkage to make sure all components work correctly.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2 Operating Operating Instructions By now you should have thoroughly read your Disc Mower Operator’s Manual, properly attached your Land Pride Disc Mower to your tractor, and reviewed the Operating Checklist. If you have not yet completed all of these functions, please do so now. Now that you’re properly briefed and your disc mower is ready, it’s time to transport to the field.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 3 Adjustments Section 3 Adjustments ! Check tightness of the belt regularly, especially when working the first few hours. DANGER Before making any adjustments to this machine, disengage PTO, shut off tractor, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the PTO driveline. Always retighten or check belt after 4-8 hours of operation. Refer to Figure 2-2. 1. Loosen u-bolt (#1).
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3 Adjustments Belt Tension Adjustment Figure 2-2 Belt Deflection Figure 2-3 17896 Cutting Height Refer to Figure 2-4: Cutting height can be adjusted with the upper 3-point hitch link. Maximum cutting height of 2” is achieved when the discs are parallel to the ground. Adjustment of cutting height is achieved by altering the cutter bar tilt angle. This is done 17884 by varying the upper 3-point hitch link length until desired cutting height is achieved.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication General Maintenance Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any farm implement. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, time and repair. ! DANGER Before servicing this machine, turn off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key and disconnect the PTO driveline. Each new machine should be checked after the first 10 hours of work.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication Cutter Bar Timing Adjustment a b Fastener Wear Figure 5-2 c 15097 Removal of one or more disc shaft assemblies Refer to Figure 5-3: 1. Rotate the long axis of the discs adjacent to the replaced shaft assembly 90 degrees to the long axis of the cutter bar. 2. Locate the round reference punch mark on the underside of the gear.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication NOTE: The reference punch mark is round. Ignore any rectangular marks. 3. Apply sealant to the shaft assembly housing. Attach the shaft assembly housing to the cutter bar maintaining parallel alignment of the reference mark and cutter bar. 4. Install the disc on the shaft perpendicular to the adjacent discs. Assembly of entire cutting bar. Refer to Figure 5-4: 1. Carefully clean all parts to remove sealant, dirt, and metal contamination.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication Lubrication Lubrication Legend Multi-purpose spray lube Multi-purpose grease lube Multi-purpose oil lube 50 Intervals at which lubrication is required 20 Driveline Quantity = Clean & coat the inner tube of the driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication As Required Cutter Bar Check oil level in the cutter bar by removing the filler level plug. With cutter bar in transport position, use a 5/16” or 8mm allen wrench to remove plug. (The plug is located between the first and second discs on DM3506 and between the second and third discs on DM3507.) If the oil level is low, add oil. 15154 NOTE: Do not overfill. Mower should be level and cutter bar vertical when checking oil.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5 Specifications and Capacities Section 5 Specifications and Capacities DM35 Series Disc Mowers DM3506 Number of Discs 6 7 7’10” 9’2” 66” 66” 44 49 PTO speed 540 RPM 540 RPM Disc speed 15000 FPM 15000FPM 1090 lbs. 1135 lbs. 2.062 2.062 Gearbox Oil capacity 1.48 pints 1.48 pints Cutter Bar Oil capacity 5.28 pints 6.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 7 Troubleshooting Section 7 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Not cutting clean Dull Blades. Replace blades. Mower not level. Adjust machine. Ground speed too fast. Reduce ground speed. Blades locked back. Free blades. Conditions too wet for cutting. Allow grass to dry before cutting. Slow ground speed of tractor but keep engine running at full PTO rpm. Dull blades. Sharpen or replace blades.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 8 Appendix Section 8 Appendix Torque Values Chart For Common Bolt Size Bolt Head Identification Bolt Size (Inches) in-tip1 Grade 2 Grade 5 N · m2 ft-lb3 N·m 1/4" - 20 7.4 5.6 1/4" - 28 8.5 6 5/16" - 18 15 5/16" - 24 17 3/8" - 16 Bolt Head Identification Bolt Size (Metric) Grade 8 5.8 8.8 10.9 Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 ft-lb N·m ft-lb mm x pitch4 11 8 16 12 M 5 X 0.
Table of Contents Land Pride 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.
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