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Land Pride DM3705 Series Operator's Manual

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    Table of contents cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. © copyright 2006 printed 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...

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    Table of contents dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 land pride. Table of contents © copyright 2006 all rights reserved land pride provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the pre...

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    1 important safety information 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Important safety information safety at all times thoroughly read and understand the i...

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    2 important safety information dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Use safety lights and devices ▲ slow moving tractors, self-propelled equipment, and t...

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    3 important safety information 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents 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 nea...

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    4 important safety information dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents 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 safe...

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    5 important safety information 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents 21020 818-641c danger rotating blades 818-642c danger thrown object 21020 818-641c danger rotating blades 21021 21021 818-132c danger thrown object.

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    6 important safety information dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents 21021 818-558c warning: general mower safety 21020 838-094c warning: high pressure 818-543c warning guard missing 21025 21021 838-824c danger: pinch point hazard.

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    7 introduction 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents introduction 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 cust...

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    8 section 1: assembly and set-up dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents tools required • fork lift, crane hoist or block-and-tackle • impact wrench or socket and ratchet set (english & metric) • rubber mallet • box-end (english & metric), allen (english & me...

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    9 section 1: assembly and set-up 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents main frame to cutter bar assembly refer to figure 1-2: 4. The cutter bar gearbox (#1) is shipped with nylon bushings (#2) mounted on both sides of gearbox thru input shaft. Slide reach a...

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    10 section 1: assembly and set-up dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents cutter bar assembly refer to figure 1-3: 2. Attach outside material guide (#3) to cutter assembly with 1/2” x 3 1/2” grade 5 hex head bolt (#8), 1” dia. X 2” compression spring (#15), f...

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    11 section 1: assembly and set-up 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents main frame assembly (back side) refer to figure 1-4 and figure 1-5: 1. Remove plastic cap from lower port in hydraulic cylinder (#15) and extend cylinder (#15) to connect cylinder rod e...

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    12 section 1: assembly and set-up dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents canvas curtain assembly refer to figure 1-6: 1. Place canvas curtain (#1) over curtain support frames (#6 & #7) with sewn cut-out end located over cutter gearbox. 2. Slip curtain canvas...

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    13 section 2: operating 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents section 2: operating 3-point pin set-up refer to figure 2-1: the 3-point pins in the mower may be arranged four different ways to accommodate different tractor sizes. The first 3-point offset arr...

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    14 section 2: operating dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents driveline installation refer to figure 2-3 on page 14: an additional driveline may be required if disc mower is to be used on more than one tractor especially if a quick hitch is used. ! Warning ...

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    15 section 2: operating 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents 9. Hook one of the driveline safety chains in a hole on the outer driveline yoke shield and the opposite end to the tractor to restrict outer shield rotation. 10. Hook second driveline safety cha...

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    16 section 2: operating dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents spring tension adjustment ! Danger before making any adjustments to this implement, disengage pto, shut off tractor, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect pto driv...

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    17 section 2: operating 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents operating check list in addition to design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon awareness, concern, prudence and proper training involved in o...

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    18 section 2: operating dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents the cutting angle is defined as the angle the cutter bar is to the tractor axle during operation. For example, cutter bar angle would be down if cutting a declined surface from a level surface an...

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    19 section 2: operating 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents extending or lengthening the top link will raise your cutting height, while shortening the top link will lower the cutting height. If you are cutting in an area you are not familiar with or belie...

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    20 section 3: adjustments dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents belt tension adjustment belt must be properly tensioned at all times to avoid excessive flopping and slipping. A loose belt will also cause poor cutting and premature wear. Check tightness of b...

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    21 section 4: maintenance and lubrication 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents general maintenance proper servicing and adjustment is the key to long life of any implement. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, time and ...

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    22 section 4: maintenance and lubrication dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents belleville washer replacement the belleville washers on break-away bar may become flat and weak over use and should be replaced when cutter bar continues to break-away after res...

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    23 section 4: maintenance and lubrication 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents driveline inner tube type of lubrication: multi-purpose grease quantity = clean & coat inner tube of driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble. 21037 driveline u...

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    24 section 4: maintenance and lubrication dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents cutter bar check oil level in cutter bar by removing filler level plug with cutter bar in transport position. (fill/level plug is located between first and second discs on dm370...

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    25 section 5: specifications & capacities 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents section 5: specifications & capacities 37 series disc mowers dm3705 dm3706 dm3707 number of discs 5 6 7 cutting width 6’ 9” 8’ 0” 9’ 4” transport width 74” 74” 74” cutter bar oi...

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    26 section 6: features & benefits dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents section 6: features & benefits dm37 series disc mowers features benefits cutter bar 81”, 96” and 112” widths 5, 6 and 7 disc models available to meet a wide range of customer needs. Com...

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    27 section 7: troubleshooting 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents 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 b...

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    28 section 8: appendix dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m 9/15/06 table of contents section 8: appendix torque values chart for common bolt sizes in-tip 1 n · ft-lb 3 n · m ft-lb n · m ft-lb mm x n · m ft-lb n · m ft-lb n · m ft-lb 1/4” - 20 7.4 5.6 11 8 16 12 m 5 x 0.8 4 3 6 5 9...

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    29 section 8: appendix 9/15/06 dm3705, dm3706, and dm3707 series disc mowers 327-083m table of contents 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 accordin...

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