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Land Pride FM3188 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: Flail Mowers

Summary of FM3188

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    Table of contents cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. © copyright 2011 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 © copyright 2011 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 preparation of this manual, land pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neithe...

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    1 important safety information 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents important safety information safety at all times thoroughly read and understand the instructions given in this manual before operation. Refer to the “safety label” section, read all instructions noted on t...

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    2 important safety information fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents transport machinery safely ▲ 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 an...

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    3 important safety information 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 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 near phone. 911 wear...

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    4 important safety information fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents 818-130c caution: to avoid injury 24864 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 di...

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    5 important safety information 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents 838-079c danger: rotating knives both sides 818-558c warning: general xxxxx 24864 818-556c danger: thrown object xxxxx 24864 xxxxx 24864.

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    6 important safety information fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents 818-552c danger: rotating driveline rotating driveline keep away! 13314 818-540c danger: guard missing 13314 24865 818-230c red reflector (both sides).

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    7 introduction 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents introduction 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 owner assistance the warranty registration...

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    8 introduction fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents 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...

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    9 section 1: assembly & set-up 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents hitch assembly figure 1-1 24866 section 1: assembly & set-up hitch assembly 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...

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    10 section 1: assembly & set-up fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents ! Caution tractor pto shield and all mower guards must be in place at all times during operation! ! Caution always disengage pto, engage parking brake, shut off tractor and remove key before dismounting f...

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    11 section 1: assembly & set-up 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents refer to figure 1-3: 1. Park tractor on a level surface. Slowly engage tractor 3-point lift lever to raise mower until gearbox shaft is in line (level) with tractor pto shaft. 2. Support mower deck at thi...

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    12 section 1: assembly & set-up 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents check driveline extended length refer to figure 1-4: make sure driveline collapsible length is acceptable. If needed, refer to "check driveline collapsible length" instructions on this page. The driveline...

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    13 section 2: operating instructions 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents section 2: operating instructions pre-start checklist hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training involved in the operation, transpo...

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    14 section 2: operating instructions fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents ! Danger do not operate and/or travel across steep inclines where a tractor can roll-over resulting in serious injury or death. Consult your tractor’s manual for acceptable inclines the tractor is ca...

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    15 section 2: operating instructions fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents 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 righ...

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    16 section 3: adjustments fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents 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...

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    17 section 3: adjustments 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents belt tension adjustment ! 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. Exces...

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    18 section 4: maintenance & lubrication fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents section 4: maintenance & lubrication maintenance proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any implement. With careful inspection and routine maintenance, you can avoid costly...

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    19 section 4: maintenance & lubrication 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents 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. Fm3188 cutt...

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    20 section 4: maintenance & lubrication 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents storage it is good practice to clean off any dirt and grease that may have accumulated on the mower and to inspect and make necessary repairs before parking the unit at the end of the working seas...

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    21 section 4: maintenance & lubrication 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents 20 hours driveline shaft u-joints type of lubrication: multi-purpose grease quantity - 4 to 8 pumps 24871 driveline profiles type of lubrication: multi-purpose grease quantity - clean & coat inner...

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    22 section 4: maintenance & lubrication fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents cutter rotor bearing (both ends) type of lubrication: multi-purpose grease roller bearing (both ends) type of lubrication: multi-purpose grease 24864 25 hours 25 hours 24865 3-point hitch slide 4-...

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    23 section 5: specifications & capacities 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents fm31 & fm41 series flail mowers fm3188 fm4188 cutting width 88" 88” overall width 96” 96” height 45” depth 43” approximate machine weight 1300 lbs. 1323 lbs. Cutting capacity 1” 2” cutting heigh...

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    24 section 6: features & benefits fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents section 6: features & benefits fm31 & fm41 series flail mowers features benefits 88” cutting width a good cutting width for many applications. 35-80 hp gearbox rating fits a large array of consumer, mun...

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    25 section 7: troubleshooting 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m table of contents section 7: troubleshooting problem solution ! Caution do not try to clean rear discharge area when mower is running. Bodily harm may occur! Belt slipping unplug and clean mower deck. Remove belt guard shiel...

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    26 section 8: torque values chart fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 6/24/11 table of contents section 8: torque values chart torque values chart for common bolt sizes in-tpi 1 n·m 2 ft-lb 3 n·m ft-lb n·m ft-lb mm x pitch 4 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 ...

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    27 section 8: warranty 6/24/11 fm3188 & fm4188 flail mowers 309-523m 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 according to the followin...

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