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Land Pride AFM4016 User's Manual

1. A DANGER IC X 40 ES ROTATING BLADES KEEP AWAY To prevent serious injury or death from rotating blade contact Never allow riders especially children on tractor Do not operate with bystanders in mowing area Do not operate with deflectors quards removed 81 8 555C Do not place hands or feet under deck when operating or when engine is running 818 5550 Danger Rotating Blade 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information 818 558C Warning Serious Injury To prevent serious injury or death Reod ond understand Operator s manual before using Do not pe on the tractor or r carry child i Operate with gua led and in good condition Operate only with tractor equipped with ROPS and seatbelts away from moving parts ef brake and wait for all moving parts to mounting Be sure lights and ref and in good wo Jo nol Support secure Review sofety instructions annual i no lee ingles pida ayuda a alguien que i lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas ae seguridad B18 558C RAISED WING HAZARD To KEER AWAY h Do not transport without transport locks securely engaged 81 8 561 C Do not walk or work underneath raised wing unless it is securely locked 818 5615 Danger Raised Wing To Avoid Injury or Machin
2. F Shutdown and Storage A Lower machine to ground put tractor in park turn off engine and remove the key A Detach and store implements in a area where children normally do not play Secure implement by using blocks and supports 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 1 Important Safety Information Table of Contents Land Pride These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual Use Safety Lights and Devices A 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 A Flashing warning lights and turn signals are recommended whenever driving on public roads Use lights and devices provided with implement Transport A Use the following maximum speed tow load weight ratios as Machinery Safely a deine 20 mph when weight is less than or equal to the weight of tractor 10 mph when weight is double the weight of tractor IMPORTANT Do not tow a load that is more than double the weight of tractor A Comply with state and local laws A 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 A Sudden braking can cause a towed loa
3. e When servicing machine use proper tools and equipment e Refer to Owner s Manual for instructions Models 4014 amp 4016 V BELT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS dn 818 513C Caution V Belt Installation 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 9 Important Safety Information Table of Contents S s T 3 SSS a lt um ROTATING DRIVELINE CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH KEEP AWAY DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT e All driveline guards tractor and equipment shields in place Drivelines securely attached at both ends Driveline guards that turn freely on Driveline 818 552C SS gs is W lt UI X Alpe 09 GUARD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE ul s S sS ef pas GUARD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE ATE Land Pride 818 552C Danger Entanglement 818 540C Danger Guard Missing AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Introduction Table of Contents Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners This AFM40 All Flex Grooming 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 Appl
4. Blade Sharpening A CAUTION ALWAYS wear eye protection and gloves when sharpening a blade NOTE Care should be taken in order not to remove any more material than necessary to sharpen blade 1 Ifthe blade cutting edge is dull or nicked it should be replaced or sharpened 2 Clean blade blade washer and mounting surface of all debris before replacing or sharpening 3 Grind cutting edge at the same bevel as the original See Figure 4 6 Sharpen only the top of the cutting edge to maintain sharpness 19327 Blade Sharpening Figure 4 6 4 Check blade balance by positioning the blade horizontally on a nail or shaft through the center hole See Figure 4 7 If either end of the blade rotates downward grind remove metal on that end until the blade will balance The blade is properly balanced when neither end drops Balance of a blade is generally maintained by removing an equal amount of material from each end of the blade when sharpening HORIZONTAL NAIL OR SHAFT 19046 Blade Balancing Figure 4 7 Blade Options Low Lift Blades For use in sandy soils Mulching Blades For leaf mulching 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 25 Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Land Pride V Belt Installation A CAUTION Belt drive system under spring tension use care to avoid bodily harm Refer to Figure 4 8 amp Figure 4 9
5. Refer to Figure 2 2 1 Raise the 3 mower decks to the transport position by retracting all 3 cylinders completely 2 Asthe mower decks are raising the transport locks 8 each will automatically lock in place when operating properly 13660 Pull Ropes Figure 2 2 3 On 4016 models only If a narrow transport width is required or if transporting a long distance install the deck float pin in the lock hole to the outside of the mower on each wing deck see Figure 2 3 16 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2 Operating Instructions Grease driveline shaft and all other grease fittings Check oil level in gearboxes Refer to the Lubrication portion of the Maintenance and Lubrication section starting on page 23 Check all plugs and caps in gearboxes to make certain that they have been replaced and tightened properly Check mower blades for sharpness and damage See Blade Inspection on page 23 Be sure blades are installed properly on each deck with the cutting edge leading in rotation See Blade Removal And Installation on page 24 Be sure all mower blades bolts are tight Know which Model 4016 Deck Float Pin center blade bolts are left hand threaded and which are Figure 2 3 right hand threaded when checking for tightness See Blade Removal And Installation on page 24 Be sure all bolts and nuts are tight NOTE Be su
6. The appearance of the finish cut may vary between low lift and high lift blades See your Land Pride dealer for blade availability Low Lift Blades Land Pride s low lift blades are designed for mowing over sandy soil terrain where high suction lift is not crucial Sand sucked into the blades accelerates blade wear more than normal Low lift blades are recommended because they produce a lower suction keeping sand uplift and blade wear to a minimum Medium Lift Blades Land Pride s medium lift blades are great when horsepower is a concern They produces a medium suction for lifting grass requiring less horsepower than high lift blades High Lift Blades Land Pride s high lift blades develop the greatest suction for lifting grass before cutting for that fresh clean cut look However they may require more horsepower especially when cutting tall dense grass They are not recommended for sandy soil conditions Mulching Blades Land Pride s mulching blades are designed to chop leaves and or grass into smaller parts leaving your lawn looking fresher and cleaner than ever before Accessory Part Numbers Land Pride All Flex Mower Accessories Part No Ball Swivel Hitch 315 370A Ball Swivel Hitch Part Description Low Lift Blades Kit for 1 unit 9 blades 315 172A AFM4011 Kit 315 262A AFM4014 Kit 315 259A AFM4016 Kit Medium Lift Bladeskit for 1 unit 9 blades 315 173A AFM4011 Kit 315 263A AFM4014 Kit 315 260A AFM
7. These illustrations are also on the labels located on the top of the mower decks 1 Remove the right hand and the left hand belt covers 2 Disengage belt tensioning latch by turning release nut with a 3 4 wrench See Figure 4 8 and Figure 4 9 for location of release nut CUTTING EDGE RELEASE NUT TENSION ADJUSTING EYE BOLT BELT TENSIONING LATCH 12697 Blades Rotation CW Center Blade Bolt R H Threads Top View of Left Hand Deck Belt Drive 7 CUTTING EDGE TENSION ADJUSTING TENSIONING LATCH BELT Je NOUN d 0 RN EYE BOLT M RELEASE NUT 12699 Blades Rotation CCW Center Blade Bolt L H Threads Top View of Center and Right Deck Belt Drive Models 4011 Shown Belt Placement Figure 4 8 3 Replace old belt with a new Land Pride belt making sure the new belt is positioned correctly in all the pulley grooves 4 Engage belt tensioning latch by turning the release nut with a 3 4 wrench 5 Check for correct belt tension Refer to Belt Tension in the Adjustments section on page 46 6 Reinstall all belt covers and secure with hardware 3El NSION TCH Blades Rotation CW Center Blade Bolt R H Threads Top View of Left Hand Deck Belt Drive BELT TENSIONING LATCH 13661 Blades Rotation CCW Center Blade Bolt L H Threads Top View of Center and Right Deck Belt Drive Models 4014 amp 4016 Shown Belt Placement Figure 4 9 26 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Gr
8. equipment Be Aware of Signal Words A Signal word designates a degree or level of hazard seriousness The signal words are A DANGER 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 Look For The Safety Alert Symbol 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 WARNING 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 A CAUTION 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 For Your Protection A Thoroughly read and understand the Safety Label section read all instructions noted on them
9. Refer to Figure 4 11 View A 1 Using a pencil or other marker scribe a line across the exposed edges of the clutch plates and friction disks 2 Tighten all 4 nuts uniformly until the spring load is low enough that the clutch slips freely with the PTO engaged 3 Startthe tractor and engage driveline drive for 2 3 seconds to permit slippage of the clutch surfaces Disengage the driveline then re engage a second time for 2 3 seconds Disengage driveline shut off tractor and remove key Wait for all components to stop before dismounting from tractor 4 Inspect the clutch and ensure that the scribed markings made on the clutch plates have changed position Slippage has not occurred if any two marks on the friction disk and plate are still aligned A clutch that has not slipped must be disassembled to separate the friction disk plates See Clutch Assembly on page 28 Refer to Figure 4 11 View B 5 Turn all 4 nuts fully back if no two marks on the friction disk and plate are still aligned Clutch is ready for use 6 Theclutch should be checked during the first hour of cutting and periodically each week An additional set of scribe marks can be added to check for slippage 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 27 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Clutch Assembly Clutches With 8 Alan Head Socket Bolts Refer to Figure 4 12 If the clutch ru
10. 11 1 Blade Drive Belt 1 B Section Overall Width 11 3 1 2 Drive Belt Tension Spring Loaded Idler with Overcenter Release Transport Height 6 5 Blade Bearing Sealed Ball Bearings Blades Medium Lift 1 4 x 2 1 2 x 16 7 8 3 Each Per Deck Optional Blades Low Lift High Lift amp Mulching Blade Overlap 1 3 16 Transport Width 5 6 With Lock Pins Installed Overall Length 13 0 Moving Position 10 11 Transport Position Machine Weight 1 740 Ibs Blade Spindle Speed 3 628 RPM Hitch Pull Type with Adjustable Clevis and Blade Tip Speed 16 020 F P M Safety Tow Chain Tongue Support 2 200 Ib Capacity Screw Jack Transport Tires 2 18 x 9 5 8 Hi Flotation Sealant 4 Bolt Hubs amp Tapered Bearings Tractor Horsepower Minimum 30 HP Maximum 65 HP Deck Tires 13 x 5 5 Air Tire Sealant Roller Bearings Gearbox Support 1 4 Steel Channel Deck Wheel Spindles 1 1 4 w Nylon Bushings Gearboxes 540 RPM 1 Splitter amp 3 Wing Deck Cylinders Dual Acting Hydraulic Outlets 1 Set Required Wing Flex 23 Degrees Left To Right Clutch 22 Degrees Front To Back Cutting Height 1 to 5 1 2 In 1 2 increments Deck Overlap 6 3 16 Gauge Wheel Arms 1 4 Wall Square Tubing Deck Thickness 10 ga Zero Turning Radius Anti Scalp Roller Front Center and Mowing Cap acity Outside Deck Corners 2 mph 2 68 Acres 04 mph 5 37 Acres 6
11. 4 0 Acres Per Hour 8 0 Acres Per Hour 12 1 Acres Per Hour Model 4016 Specification Drawing 17853 40 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Table of Contents Specifications amp Capacities Land Pride Section 6 Model 4016 13665 Model 4016 Specification Drawing AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 41 7 28 06 Table of Contents Section 7 Features amp Benefits AFM4014 All Flex Grooming Mower Features Benefits Counter rotation on left hand Spreads grass clippings more evenly deck Optional Slip clutch protection Guards against premature gearbox failure Protects mower deck spindles 6 Deck overlap Eliminates blade skips when turning Tighter turns can be made Back wheels on side decks Allows the unit to be turned tighter without skips even with transportation tires Rigid rear side deck tires Holds hills and slopes better Safer unit than the competition Removable transportation tire Allows a spindle to be replaced by simply removing two bolts spindles High tip speed Lifts the grass up for a better cut Better discharge of material Tip rates as high or hi
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13. 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 must be made to the dealer which originally sold the product and all warranty adjustments must be made through such 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 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 47 Corporate Office P O
14. mph 8 10 Acres 10 11 1 2 n 7 6 Model 4011 Specification Drawing 12702 36 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 6 Specifications amp Capacities Model 4011 JN arn E m P E m rrr j P d LI ui S a oT SS fee ln 7 H e Ss Li 4 in 8 6 5E T7 xn EC Dr WELT H y E NB E Y mm I o ug MH DE ss R PEE e TER 0 2 1 LL Lan E em MR REED MERE INT See SEE E Jt m 9 H I gt JS H 4H L 1 A Copy Z i jit s A Fat 3 o 3 s UH AN I 7 ud 3 To k 4o Nu d 127 Model 4011 Specification Drawing 01 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 37 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 6 Specifications amp Capacities Description Cutting Width AFM4014 Serie
15. the chain on the driveline around mower frame to restrict the outer shield of the driveline from rotating NOTE A chain is supplied with each driveline This chain must be attached to the shield cone of each driveline and to an anchor on the mower deck or hitch 12 13 Should the driveline shaft require shortening a Hold the half shafts next to each other in the shortest working position and mark them Shorten inner and outer guard tubes equally Shorten inner and outer sliding profiles by the same length as the guard tubes d Proper overlap is a minimum of one half the length of each tube with both tubes being of equal length e Round off all sharp edges and remove burrs Grease sliding profiles Route the cylinder hoses through the hose support loop and connect to tractor remote outlets Refer to Hydraulic Plumbing this section on page 13 for proper hookup Quick disconnect hydraulic fittings for your tractor are supplied with mower Mower to Tractor Hook up 14918 Figure 1 3 14 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly and Set up Bleeding The Fold Hydraulics A CAUTION 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 f
16. the threads are before removing and or tightening any blade mounting bolts Refer to Figure 4 2 amp Figure 4 3 1 Verify blade rotation and bolt thread type right hand or left hand before loosening center blade bolt and removing blade to be sharpened or replaced NOTE Center blade bolt on the left hand deck is right hand threads Center blade bolt on the right hand and center decks are left hand threads Two outside blade bar bolts are right hand threads Refer to Figure 4 4 amp Figure 4 5 2 Remove blades by grasping the blade end with a rag or thick padded glove while loosening the blade mounting bolt CUTTING EDGE _7 RELEASE NUT TENSION ADJUSTING EYE BOLT BELT TENSIONING LATCH 12697 Blades Rotation CW Center Blade Bolt R H Threads Top View of Left Hand Deck Belt Drive m CUTTING EDGE TENSION ADJUSTING BELI EYE BOLT TENSIONING SN ATA SS CN LATCH RELEASE NUT Blades Rotation CCW Center Blade Bolt L H Threads Top View of Center and Right Deck Belt Drive 12698 Models 4011 Shown Blade Placement Figure 4 2 3 Remove the center blade bolt 4 and Washer 5 from the bottom only of the blade to be replaced 4 Model 1416 Only Remove the two outside bolts to the blade bar 2 IMPORTANT Replace blades with Land Pride blades only IMPORTANT Always install blades with cutting edge facing direction of blade spindle rotation and with wing tips pointing up
17. towards bottom of deck IMPORTANT Loctite is not required if blade 1 is removed without removing blade bar 2 However If blade bar 2 is removed from spindle shaft 3 then apply loctite 243 to spindle shaft threads and to center bolt threads 4 5 Reinstall blade 1 blade washer 5 and bolt 4 Care should be taken when installing the blade bolt to not get it cross threaded and to know if the bolt is right hand or left hand Do not exceed 55 ft Ibs of torque on bolt Blades Rotation CW Center Blade Bolt R H Threads Top View of Left Hand Deck Belt Drive RELEASE NUT BELT TENSIONING LATCH 13661 Blades Rotation CCW Center Blade Bolt L H Threads Top View of Center and Right Deck Belt Drive Models 4014 amp 4016 Shown Blade Placement Figure 4 3 24 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Table of Contents 6 Model 1416 Only Reinstall the two outside bolts Tighten to correct torque listed in the Torque Values Chart in the Appendix section on page 46 APPLY LOCTITE 243 TO TO THREADEE AREA UD AREA SEMBLING WHILE AS Blade amp Blade Bar Removal Figure 4 4 APPLY LOCTITE 243 TO TO THREADED AREA WHILE ASSEMBLING APPLY LOCTITE 243 TO TO THREADED AREA WHILE ASSEMBLING CENTER BOLT ONLY Models 4016 Shown Blade amp Blade Bar Removal Figure 4 5
18. 011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 43 Table of Contents Section 8 Troubleshooting Problem Cil seal leaking Gearbox overfilled Seals damaged Grass or wire wrapped on shaft in seal area Drain to level fill hole Replace seals Clean off wrapped material and check seal areas daily Driveline yoke or cross failing Shock load Avoid hitting solid objects Bottoming out Front constant velocity driveline mounted wrong Shorten driveline profiles Be sure constant velocity joint is to tractor PTO output shaft Folding mower with drive engaged Never fold mower decks with PTO engaged Needs lubrication Lubricate every 25 hours Bent driveline NOTE driveline should be repaired or replaced if bent Driveline telescoping profile failing Contacting drawbar Bottoming out Shock load Reposition drawbar Shorten driveline profiles Avoid hitting solid objects Driveline telescoping profile wearing Needs lubrication Lubricate every 50 hours Unable to turn sharply with mower engaged Front constant velocity driveline mounted wrong Be sure constant velocity joint is attached to tractor PTO output shaft Blades wearing excessively Blades breaking Excessive vibration Cutting on sandy ground Contacting ground frequently Hitting solid objects Driveline bent Blade broken or bent Raise cutting height Change to low lift blades Rai
19. 060 Salina Ks 67402 5060 E mail address lpservicedept landpride com 12 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly and Set up Tractor Requirements These mowers are designed for use with tractors having CAUTION 540 rpm PTO speed Also required is one dual ported Do not over speed PTO or machine damage may result This hydraulic remote The PTO horse power rating should mower is designed to be used with a tractor using a 540 rpm not exceed 50 hp maximum for the 4011 model and 60 rear PTO hp maximum for the 4014 and 4016 models Hydraulic Plumbing NOTE In order to maintain steering control ballast This mower is equipped with double acting cylinders for may need to be added to your tractor To determine folding refer to Figure 1 1 whether or not to add the ballast refer to your tractor s operator manual This mower has a positive transport tongue weight of approximately 450 lbs on the 4011 540 Ibs on the 4014 580 Ibs on the 4016 AGA AKG Gee oe Mrs D poe Xo a 13658 Transport fold Hydraulic Plumbing Figure 1 1 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 13 Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly and Set up Land Pride PTO To Drawbar Set Up Refer to Figure 1 2 Distances between center of drawbar hitch pin hole to end of tractor PTO shaft A
20. 10 Transport Width 6 8 With Lock Pins Installed Blade Bearing Blades 3 Each Per Deck Overall Length 15 0 Mowing Position 13 4 Transport Position Blade Overlap Sealed Ball Bearings Low Lift 1 4 x 2 1 2 x 25 Optional Blades Medium Lift High Lift amp Mulching 1 1 4 Machine Weight 3 100 Ibs Hitch Pull Type with Adjustable Clevis and Safety Tow Chain Blade Spindle Speed Blade Tip Speed 2 302 R P M 18 340 F P M Tongue Support 2 200 Ib Capacity Screw Jack Transport Tires 2 Deck Tires 23 x 10 5 with Sealant 10 each Air 18 x 9 5 with Sealant Tractor Horsepower Minimum 40 HP Maximum 70 HP Gearbox Support 1 4 Steel Channel Deck Wheel Spindles Deck Cylinders 1 1 4 w Nylon Bushings Dual Acting Gearboxes 540 RPM 1 Splitter amp 3 Wing Clutch Cutting Height 3 4 to 5 1 4 In 1 4 increments Hydraulic Outlets Wing Flex Center Deck Flex Deck Size amp Quantity 3 each 72 1 Set Required 23 Degrees Left To Right 22 Degrees Front To Back 10 Degrees Left To Right 22 Degrees Front To Back Wing Locks Automatic with Pull Rope Release uge Wheel Arms 1 4 Wall Square Tubing Deck Overlap 8 Ga Deck Thickness 3 16 Turning Radius Anti Scalp Roller Front Center and Outside Deck Corners Mowing Capacity 9 2 mph 04 mph 6 mph Zero Turning Radius
21. 4016 Kit High Lift Blades Kit for 1 unit 9 blades 315 174A 315 264A 315 261A AFM4011 Kit AFM4014 Kit AFM4016 Kit Mulching Blades Kit for 1 unit 9 blades 315 466A AFM4011 Kit 315 467A AFM4014 Kit 315 468A AFM4016 Kit Blades are also offered in Kits for 3 units 27 blades See your Land Pride dealer for blade availability 22 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Table of Contents Maintenance Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any machinery With careful and systematic inspection you can avoid costly maintenance time and repair A CAUTION For safety reasons each maintenance operation must be performed with tractor PTO disengaged the mower lowered completely to the ground or folded with the transport locks engaged 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 Also check drive belt tension after several hour of mowing Refer to Belt Tension in the Adjustments section on page 20 Lubricate items as listed under Lubrication this section starting on page 23 Always maintain the proper air pressure in the tires The Tire Inflation Chartis located in the Appendix section on page 46 Replace any worn damaged or illegible safety labels by obtaining ne
22. Table of Contents All Flex Grooming Mowers AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 22380 315 160M 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 2006 Printed 7 28 06 Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit Table of Contents Important Safety Information 1 Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication 23 Safety at All Times 000 00005 1 Maintenance es 23 Look For The Safety Alert Symbol 1 Servicing Mower Blades 0005 23 Safety Labels liliis 4 Blade Inspection 00 eee eee 23 Introduction ccececcccccccucs 11 Blade Removal And Installation 24 Application sive twin a ux EA X EAE ees 11 Blade eharpentig ie mum ee S a Using This Manual sisse 11 us dE 29 Terminology sse 11 V Belt Installation llle 26 NM Driveline Protection 00 eee 27 Definitions lille 11 Owner Assistance 2 0 0 0 ccs cece dasa hax 11 GIGICTE REIP aie sac Covent nd ef Serial Number Plate 11 cliches WILTO ATSH HOAM SHERRI BONS edi s af Clutches With 4 Tightening Nuts 27 Section 1 Assembly and Set up 13 Clutch Assembly 2 2200000 28 Tractor Requir
23. ce at arrow A with a tension tester and deflect the belt 1 4 The force required to get this deflection should range from 7 to 10 Ibs 2 To adjust belt tension adjust eyebolt 1 as necessary This adjustment will increase or decrease the tension on spring 2 3 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 Not enough tension on the belt may lead to premature failure of the belt due to excessive slipping Models 4014 amp 4016 Shown Belt Tension Figure 3 3 IMPORTANT Belt tension should be checked on new belts after approximately 20 hours of operation 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 21 Table of Contents Section 4 Accessories Ball Swivel Hitch Refer to Figure 4 1 The ball swivel hitch clamps firmly to your tractor s drawbar With this accessory the center deck can pivot about the drawbar in all directions reducing twisting torque and allowing the deck to mow a more evenly height Hillsides and uneven terrain are ideal for its use See you local Land Pride Dealer for the ball swivel hitch accessory BALL SWIVEL IITCH TRACTOR DRAWBAR Ball Swivel Hitch Figure 4 1 Cutting Blades There are four blade choices to select from based upon soil condition density of grass and tractor horsepower
24. d to swerve and upset Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes x NM A A safety chain will help control drawn machinery should it separate from the tractor drawbar A Use a chain with the strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of the towed machinery A Attach the chain to the tractor drawbar support or other specified anchor location Allow only enough slack in the chain to permit turning A Do not use safety chain for towing T AY M du K Q _ ZININN ZININNS Q Yj Use A Safety Chain Practice Safe Mainte performing maintenance A Allow implement to cool completely A Do not grease or oil implement while it is in operation A Inspect all parts Make sure parts are in good condition amp installed nance A Understand procedure before doing work Use proper tools and equipment refer to Operator s Manual for additional information A Work in a clean dry area properly A Lower the implement to the A Remove buildup of grease oil or ground put tractor in park turn off debris engine and remove key before A Remove all tools and unused parts from implement before operation ke b 2 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Important Safety Information Table of Contents These are common practices that may or may not be appl
25. dimension and from top of drawbar hitch to center of PTO shaft B dimension must be maintained PTO to Drawbar Distances Figure 1 2 14 for 540 rpm B 8 for 540 rpm e A IMPORTANT PTO damage may occur if distances A and B are not properly maintained Tractor Hook up Refer to Refer to Figure 1 3 4 Backthe tractor up close to the hitch Level the mower frame with the tongue jack 5 Adjustthe mower s hitch to the tractors draw bar height 6 Attach the mower with a 3 4 hitch pin and secure it with the lock pin Always use a pin that contains a safety locking device to prevent it from falling out 7 Retractthe tongue jack until the weight of the mower is fully removed from the jack then remove the jack Store the jack on the storage tube located on top of the divider gear box 8 10 11 Attach the safety chain on the frame tongue to the tractor Adjust the chain length to remove all slack except what is necessary to permit turning of the mower Lock the hook securely on the chain The driveline shaft from the tractor is a constant velocity type Always attach the end with the constant velocity joint to the tractor output shaft Attach the other end to the splined input shaft on the divider gear box on the transport frame Move the driveline back and forth to insure that it is secured on the shaft of the tractor and power divider input shaft on the mower Secure
26. e Appendix section on page 46 Refer to U Joint Timing and Transporting in the Operating Instructions on page 16 for instructions on raising and lowering the decks before continuing 1 Raise the decks up to an adequate height and block under the decks to prevent them from falling during gauge wheel height adjustments Locate equal number of spacers below the spindle tubes on all 10 gauge wheels see also note after this step Referto Figure 3 1 for Minimum Cutting Height Set up and Maximum Cutting Height Set up Refer to the Cutting Height Chart on this page for a guide on measuring cutting height Approximately 5 1 2 for Model 4011 Approximately 5 1 4 for Models 4014 amp 4016 Maximum Cutting Height Set up Figure 3 1 Front Of Deck Top Of Deck Rear Of Deck Blade At Front Blade At Rear DIM A n mi i 1 Is Tug i YT t4 BIM B dis i Cot sae E ie n x f pee 2 EXT 12742 Cutting Height Chart 4011 Models 4 7 8 1 5 3 8 1 1 2 63 8 21 2 73 8 31 2 8 3 8 9 3 8 4 1 2 5 1 2 4014 amp 4016 4 5 8 5 1 8 6 1 8 7 1 8 8 1 8 9 1 8 3 4 1 1 4 2 1 4 3 1 4 4 1 4 5 1 4 20 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Section 3 Adjustments Table of Contents NOTE Due to manufacturing tolerances and tire size differences it may be nec
27. e Damage a O Be Aware drive belt A E SE under spring tension ASS When servicing y machine use proper tools and equipment Refer to Operator s V BELT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Manual for instructions 18 4560 Rav C 818 456C Caution V Belt Installation Model 4011 8 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information A CAUTION ROTATION FX e A t CUTTING EDGE AS VIEWED FROM TOP To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage Be Aware drive belt under spring tension When servicing machine use proper fools and equipment Refer lo Operalor s Manual for instructions 218 283 Rev E 818 293C Caution V Belt Installation V BELT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Model 4011 A CAUTION To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage ROTATION e Be Aware drive belt under spring tension e When servicing machine use proper CUTTING EDGE fools and equipment AS VIEWED FROM TOP GREASE EVERY 25 HOURS OF OPERATION 3 PLCS V BELT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS prc 818 514C Caution V Belt Installation e Refer to Owner s Manual for instructions E Models 4014 amp 4016 A LN ON To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage ROTATION Be Aware drive belt under spring tension Eo GREASE EVERY 25 HOURS OF OPERATION 3 PLC S AS VIEWED FROM TOP
28. efore resuming operation It really pays to inspect a new area and to develop a safe plan before mowing You will need to maintain a ground speed between 2 6 mph and 540 rpm PTO speed to produce a clean cut Make a tractor gear and range selection that will enable you to maintain these speed combinations Generally the quality of cut is better at lower ground speeds Dense ground cover will create the need to slow down even more In certain conditions tractor tires will roll grass down resulting in an uneven cut when the grass fails to rebound Should this happen you may try reversing the direction of cut and or double cut to achieve the desired finish Avoid very low cutting heights especially on extremely uneven terrain 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 cutter Slow down in turns and avoid sharp turns if at all possible Remember to look back often Now you re prepared and well briefed you may begin cutting Begin cutting by doing the following Reducing the tractor s engine rpm Make sure the mower is on the ground in cutting position Engage the PTO Raise the engine rpm to the appropriate PTO speed Begin mowing Make wide turns when possible Operators of pull type models must plan ahead and choose a cutting pattern that allows for wider turns Try increasing or decreasing ground speed t
29. ements ssuss 13 Clutches With 8 Alan Head Socket Bolts 28 Hydraulic Plumbing sese 13 Clutches With 4 Tightening Nuts 29 PTO To Drawbar Set Up i iwiw keke kwh wis 14 cir WP 30 Tractor Hook up 6 2 eee eee 14 Tires With Air Pressure 2 30 Bleeding The Fold Hydraulics 15 Lubrication Points seuesceecestes tetetete 31 Section 2 Operating Instructions 16 Driveline Constant Velocity Shaft 31 Introduction 1 0 0 0 ce ee 16 Driveline Shafts cie 31 U Joint Timing o aoaaa auauua unanunua 16 Driveline Shafts EXE LLL LLL 31 Transporting 00 eee ee 16 Inner Tube of Driveline E I AE 32 Constant Velocity Driveline Angle 17 Wheel Support Bushings d MT 32 Pre Operation Instructions 17 Wheel Support Bushings eee 32 Operating Instructions 18 Wheel Bushings Gauge Wheels 32 General Operating Instructions 18 wine Bushings Gauge Wheels ssseqidus 33 Wheel Bushings Transport Hubs 33 Section 3 Adjustments 20 Wheel Bushings Transport Hubs 33 Center Deck Height Adjustments 20 Wheel Bushings Transport Hubs 33 Cutting Height Chart 20 Bearing in Blade Spindle Hubs 34 Belt Tension ci ceccccc EE ERR ew baka 21 Bearing in Blade Spindle Hubs 34 Sect
30. ery 8 wear to the blades and the sharpness hours of operation Refer to Page 31 Driveline of the blades Constant Velocity Shalt Make a thorough examination of the Pre Operation Instructions driveline Also check the connection to m the gearboxes and tractor PTO Proper servicing and adjustments are key to the long life of any machine With careful and systematic inspection Make sure all guards and shields are in of the mower you can avoid costly maintenance time place and repair Before beginning to operate your grooming mower the following inspection should be performed 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 17 Table of Contents Section 2 Operating Instructions Land Pride Operating Instructions A DANGER Stop operation if bystanders come within several hundred feet Ay warnine Do not operate mower in raised position Ay warnine Operate mower with guards installed and in good condition Keep away from moving parts Ay warnine The following operating procedures must be carefully read and fully understood You are the tractor operator and are therefore responsible for the safe operation of this unit All other persons must be cleared of the area Cutter operation must be stopped when in the vicinity of other persons 1 After attaching the tractor to the mower carefully check all hoses and wires to be sure they will not contact the PTO driveline 2 Chec
31. essary to readjust some spacers Because of this you may not end up with equal number of spacers on all gauge wheels 2 Lower the mower to the field position making sure all fold cylinders are fully extended 3 To adjust the front of the center deck to match the rear see Figure 3 2 Place the front screw jack on the jack mount welded to the center gearbox channel Screw the jack out to lift the front of the mower deck Position the same amount of spacers below the metal spindle tube as is required for the rear gauge wheels There is a groove in the carrier rod for adding or removing spacers Turn the spacers so that the open end will slide in the groove Remove screw jack and return to storage tube above divider gearbox Place additional spacers above metal spindle tubes Groove on rod to add or remove spacers Some items on mower not shown for clarity 19034 Adding or Replacing Spacers Figure 3 2 4 Take measurements from the same location on all 3 decks to make sure they are at the same cutting heights 5 Additional fine tuning adjustments may be needed after a test mowing run A CAUTION When mowing in sandy soil areas wear may occur to your mower blades caused from sand erosion Frequent inspection should be made and blades replaced if damaged Belt Tension Refer to Refer to Figure 3 3 A CAUTION Belt drive system under spring tension use care to avoid bodily harm 1 To check tension apply for
32. gaged and the PTO disengaged start the tractor Using the tractor s hydraulic control levers retract the hydraulic deck lift cylinders all the way in and pull the ropes leading to your transport locks to release them With the same control levers slowly lower your mowing decks from transport position to working position on the ground Having lowered the decks shut the tractor off check to make sure the park brake is set and remove the switch key Dismount from the tractor and preset your mower to the desired cutting height 18 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Section 2 Operating Instructions Table of Contents It s now time to do a running operational safety check It is extremely important that if at any time during this safety check you detect a malfunction in either the mower or tractor that you immediately shut the tractor off remove the key and set the park brake Make necessary repairs and or adjustments before continuing on Make sure before starting the tractor that the mower is properly attached to the draw bar with both wings down resting on the ground Also make sure the driveline is securely coupled to the tractor s PTO shaft the hydraulic hoses are properly attached to the tractor s hydraulics the tractor s park brake is engaged and the tractor s PTO drive is disengaged Starting the tractor and set the engine throttle speed at a low idle Engage the tractor
33. gher than the competition Deflectors built into mower Safety features meet ANSI standards Many competitors use chains for protection Once decks chains are removed the unit may not meet ANSI specifications Heavy center gearbox Handles start up torque mounting plate Large flotation tires with 18 Deck tires offer great flotation less pounds per square inch sealant Sleek frame design including Allows operator to make tighter runs without leaving windrows and skips AFM virtually single beam hitch and becomes a zero turn mower compact deck overlap Gearbox warranty S N 368188 one year on all gearbox components S N 368188 5 years on gearbox housing gears and shafts 3 years on bearings and seals in gearbox Narrow transport width 6 8 Transport width allows the unit to be transported with ease Low pivot points on deck The lower the pivot points are to the ground the more side to side swing allowing for excellent flotation from each deck Gearbox HP Rating 40 70 HP Automatic wing locks When wings are raised in the full transport position the wings lock in place no need to get off the tractor to lock 1 4 Gauge wheel arms 1 4 Sidewall thickness on gauge wheel arms means a great deal of hidden strength Rear discharge Even dispersal discharged items are always aimed downward No rear chains are needed which tend to clump damp grass 23 Transport tires with 23 Tra
34. he United States of America AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Important Safety Information Table of Contents These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual 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 them 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 A Operator should be familiar with all functions of the unit A Operate implement from the driver s seat only A Make sure all guards and shields are in place and secured before operating the implement A Do not leave tractor or implement unattended with engine running A Dismounting from a moving tractor could cause serious injury or death A Do not stand between the tractor and implement during hitching A Keep hands feet and clothing away from power driven parts A Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts A Watch out for wires trees etc when raising implement Make sure all persons are clear of working area A Turning tractor too tight may cause implement to ride up on wheels This could result in injury or equipment damage
35. i purpose Grease Quantity As required DN Wheel Support Bushings Models 4014 amp 4016 Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required DN Wheel Bushings Gauge Wheels Model 4011 Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required 32 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Wheel Bushings Gauge Wheels Models 4014 amp 4016 Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required 2 Wheel Bushings Transport Hubs Model 4011 Type of Lubrication Wheel Bearing Grease Quantity As required Wheel Bushings Transport Hubs Model 4014 Type of Lubrication Wheel Bearing Grease Quantity As required Seasonally Wheel Bushings Transport Hubs Model 4016 Type of Lubrication Wheel Bearing Grease Quantity As required Z3 A 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 33 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Bearing in Blade Spindle Hubs Models 4011 Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required Bearing in Blade Spindle Hubs Models 4014 amp 4016 Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required 34 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pr
36. icable to the products described in this manual Prepare for Emergencies A Be prepared if a fire starts A Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy A Keep emergency numbers for doctor ambulance hospital and fire department near phone a Wear Protective Equipment A Protective clothing and equipment should be worn A Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job Avoid loose fitting clothing A Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs A Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator Avoid wearing radio headphones while operating machinery Nak ch Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard A Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury A Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines A Use a piece of paper or cardboard NOT BODY PARTS to check for suspected leaks A Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems A If an accident occurs see a doctor immediately Any fluid injected into the skin must be treated within a few hours or gangrene may result p Tire Safety A Tire changing can be dangerous and should be performed by trained personnel using the correct tools and equipment A When inflating tires
37. ication The 11 14 and 16 foot All Flex Mowers are designed and built by Land Pride to provide excellent cutting quality and performance on lush type turf grasses that are located on expansive and well manicured areas such as sports fields theme parks fairways turf farms and large estates The AFM4011 requires attachment to a 30 65 hp turf tractor while the AFM4014 and AFM4016 will deliver excellent performance when attached to 40 70 hp tractors All AFM models are adapted for attachment to 540 rpm pull type draw bar They can be ordered with slip clutch or conventional wing driveline configurations The mower offers independent deck flotation and zero turning radius due to the sleek frame design When you need to transport one of these mowers from one mowing site to another on a public street or right of way the hydraulic wing cylinders will easily lift up the wing decks for a 5 6 transport width on the AFM4011 or 6 8 transport width on the AFM4014 and AFM4016 mowers The contour following capability highly productive cutting widths and rear discharge design of the floating cutting decks will greatly reduce wide area cutting times and still deliver finely groomed surfaces at mowing speeds from 2 6 mph See Section 6 Specifications amp Capacities and Section 7 Features amp Benefits for additional information and performance enhancing options Using This Manual This Operators Manual is designed to help familiarize
38. ide Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication As Required 4 Way Gear Box Type of Lubrication SAE 90W Gear Lube With the mower on level ground check the oil level in the gearbox by removing the plug in the side of the box The oil should reach the plug hole If oil level is low remove the top plug in the gear case and fill with SAE 90 oil until oil flows from side port of the gearbox Reinstall plugs and retighten Do not overfill Should your gearbox require service take it to your LAND PRIDE dealer IMPORTANT Mower should be level when checking oil in gearbox f As Required Mower Deck Gear Box Type of Lubrication SAE 90W Gear Lube With the mower on level ground check the oil level in the gearboxes by removing the bottom plug in the back of the gearbox The oil should reach the plug hole If oil level is low remove the top plug in the gear case and fill with SAE 90 oil until oil flows from the fill plug in the back of the gearbox near the bottom Reinstall plugs and retighten Do not overfill Should your gearbox require service take it to your LAND PRIDE dealer IMPORTANT Mower should be level when checking oil in gearbox 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 35 Table of Contents Section 6 Specifications amp Capacities Model AFM4011 All Flex Grooming Mower Specification Capacity Description Specification Capacity Cutting Width
39. ion 4 Accessories 22 4 Way Gear Box sss 35 Ball Swivel Hitch 00 00 000 cece eee 22 Mower Deck Gear Box 35 Cutting Blades sese seb bibo doma 22 Section 6 Specifications amp Capacities 36 Low Lift Blades elles 22 Medium Lift Blades 22 SECHNON 4 PEATEOS amp BENEM oed sien nz High Lift Blades onon naana 22 Section 8 Troubleshooting 44 Mulching Blades lulu 22 Accessory Part Numbers 0 22 Section 9 Appendix 46 Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes 46 Tire Inflation Chart 2200000 eee 46 Warranty sssseeeee ees 47 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 preparation of this manual Land Pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Land Pride reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication and may not reflect the product in the future Land Pride is a registered trademark All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Printed in t
40. ion 5 Maintenance and Lubrication page 23 Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness concern prudence and proper training involved in the operation transport maintenance and storage of the mower A DANGER Before making adjustments or performing maintenance on your mower disengage PTO shut off tractor and wait for all moving parts to stop before dismounting tractor Disconnect the PTO driveline U Joint Timing Refer to Refer to Figure 2 1 A CAUTION On mowers equipped without slip clutches the deck drivelines 3 each must be in time to avoid driveline damage when folding unfolding A CAUTION t enone posi 9j i9 J i j e When servicin aded f ELIN l oe ine ictions IING INSTRUCTION i 13891 U Joint Timing Figure 2 1 Transporting A CAUTION Always disengage tractor PTO before transporting mower to avoid injury from thrown objects or blade contact Ay warnine Do not transport mower faster than 20 mph When traveling on roadways transport in such a manner that vehicles moving at a faster rate of speed may pass you safely A CAUTION 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 A CAUTION Care should be taken when encountering oncoming traffic and roadside obstructions if the mower is wider than your tractor
41. ired HN bd Hours Driveline Constant Velocity Shaft Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity See drawing IMPORTANT To extend the life of the constant velocity joint extensive lubrication must be performed every 8 hours of operation k The constant velocity joint should be greased in a straight position forcing grease through the passages and into the cavity After lubrication grease should be visible around the ball joints The constant velocity driveline comes equipped with a grease zerk in the outer telescoping member and must be greased every 8 hours to prevent premature failure of the joint m Grease fittings are located on the u joints and driveline shields and should be lubricated every 8 hours of operation a A WAY gt GEARBOX H IK Driveline Shafts Model 4011 Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity See drawing T s 4 WAY i gt GEARBOX N Driveline Shafts Models 4014 amp 4016 Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity See drawing 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 31 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication pena Inner Tube of Driveline Type of Lubrication Wheel Bearing Grease Clean and coat all inner tubes of the Drivelines with a light film of grease and then reassemble I Wheel Support Bushings Model 401 1 Type of Lubrication Mult
42. k PTO guards to make sure they are in good condition and in place 3 Inspect Hydraulic hoses for wear damage and hydraulic leaks See Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard on page 3 Replace damaged and worn hoses with genuine Land Pride parts 4 Check the following after the PTO has been disengaged and come to a complete stop Wear your safety glasses Check mower blades for sharpness Ensure that bolts and nuts are tight Check tractor safety equipment To be sure they are in good working condition 5 On4016 models only Refer to Figure 2 3 on page 17 Remove the deck floating pins before unfolding mower decks A CAUTION Before unfolding the mower make sure the transport locks are unlatched Unlatch locks by pulling the rope 6 Referto Figure 2 2 on page 16 Lower the mower decks to the ground by Retracting the hydraulic cylinders to remove weight from the transport locks Pull the transport lock rope toward the tractor to disengage the locks Hold locks in this position until all 3 mower decks have unfolded enough to allow the lock lugs to become fully disengaged Extend all 3 cylinders to their maximum stroke for maximum field float of mower decks IMPORTANT When unfolding the mower fully extend the fold cylinders to utilize maximum flexibility Damage to the mower may occur if the cylinders are not fully extended 7 Set the tractor throttle at idle Engage the PTO to start the b
43. lades rotating 8 Atfirst begin mowing at a slow forward speed and shift up until the desired speed is achieved maintaining 540 PTO rpm Mower blades will cut better at 540 PTO blade speed than at reduced throttle 9 After mowing the first 50 feet stop and check to see that the mower is adjusted properly 10 Grass is best cut when it is dry Mowing wet grass can cause plugging resulting in grass clumps behind the mower 11 Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter clippings deteriorate faster 12 When mowing extremely tall grass it is best to raise the cutting height and mow the area then lower the cutting height and mow a second time at the desired height For a guide on measuring the cutting height refer to the Cutting Height Chart on page 20 IMPORTANT Do not engage PTO with mower decks in the raised position or with engine speed above idle Doing so will cause damage to the power train components IMPORTANT Do not exceed rated PTO speed of the mower Excessive engine speed will cause damage to the power train components IMPORTANT Avoid catching the hydraulic hoses on brush post stumps and other protrusions that could damage and or break them General Operating Instructions By now you should have familiarized yourself with the Operator s Manual completed the Operator s Checklist set up the unit properly and attached your Land Pride All Flex mower to your tractor With the tractor s park brake en
44. luid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor or gangrene may result With the mower decks lowered onto the ground remove the connecting pins from the 2 wing cylinder rod ends and the center deck cylinder Support the cylinders in a vertical position rod end up Cycle the hydraulic system to extend both of the wing cylinders and the center deck cylinder Retract the cylinders and repeat this process 2 times On each cylinder crack the rod end cylinder fitting and apply hydraulic pressure until air free oil leaks from the fitting and retighten Support the cylinders in a vertical position with the butt end up and repeat the bleeding process on the rod end cylinder fitting Repin all of the rod end clevises Slowly cycle all decks to transport position checking to make sure the hydraulic hoses are not pinched in the process 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 15 Table of Contents Section 2 Operating Instructions Introduction It is absolutely essential that no one operates the grooming mower without first having read fully understood and become totally familiar with the Operator s Manual Make sure the operator has read and fully understood the following sections Important Safety Information pages 1 to 10 Section 1 Assembly and Set up page 13 Section 2 Operating Instructions page 16 Section 3 Adjustments page 20 Sect
45. n in procedure see Clutches With 8 Alan Head Socket Bolts indicated that one or more of the friction disks did not slip then the clutch must be disassembled to separate the friction disks 1 Rotate 8 Alan head socket bolts 2 all the way out Flanges to free stop flange 3 shown in 2 Rotate stop flange 3 and remove from housing Some POS 11 3 Remove the following inner components Spring disc 4 Pressure flange 5 1st Friction Disc 6 Hub with flange and pull collar 7 amp 1 2nd Friction disc 6 Intermediary flange 8 3rd Friction disc 6 Hub disc 9 Ath Friction disc 6 j Bearing 10 4 Inspect all components and replace to their original position Make certain stop flange 3 is replaced with its flanges down as shown 5 Fully tighten all 8 Alan head socket bolts 2 c2o ococnp Clutch Assembly Figure 4 12 28 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Clutches With 4 Tightening Nuts pu Assembly NOTE Before proceeding secure the clutch firmly in a vise or other clamping device to prevent injury Step 1 Place the hub and friction disks into the housing c Disassembly 2 Step 1 Remove snap ring Step 2 Compress the Belleville Springs to the Step 2 pressure plate by tightening the four Remove backup ri
46. ng lock collar DD Tem hex nuts and then placing the assembly compression spring bottom backup yu into the clutch housing ring and balls Bend J inward Step 3 Bend the retaining lugs inward over the Belleville Spring edges to secure the spring before backing the four hex nuts off Tight ADA Nus qStep 3 Tighten the four hex nuts uniformly until the clutch pack and hub are loose oosen wy Nuts desi 4Step4 p E VS e With the lugs bent in loosen the four Bend all four retaining lugs out on the YO hex nuts completely to the end of the edge of the clutch housing threaded studs Step 5 Insert greased balls ae Step 5 Remove the thrust plate with the G Belleville Springs and lug rings to access friction disks and hub for inspection or service Step 6 Install bottom backup ring compression spring lock collar and top backup ring Step 6 Inspect friction disks and hub Step 7 Install snap ring 10435 Tr T 10449 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 29 Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Land Pride Storage 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 part
47. nsport tires offer smooth roading Tapered bearings offer longevity tapered bearings 18 396 fpm Blade tip speed High blade tip speed for clean cut and efficient discharge Cat 4 CV main driveline Constant velocity main driveline allows for tighter turns without harming U joints in driveline Mulching blades Mulching blades are available Cat 2 slip clutch wing Reduces start up torque that is put on the driveline gearbox and gearbox support drivelines Easy belt tension release Easily release belt tension for changing belt or for winter storage Easy to grease blade spindles No guards to remove for routine greasing of blade spindles 42 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 7 Features amp Benefits AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mower Features Benefits Low pivot points on deck The lower the pivot points are to the ground the more side to side swing allowing for excellent flotation from each deck Narrow 6 8 transport width Not much wider than most tractors making for safer transport Meets most city county codes for transport width Gearbox HP Rating 40 70 HP 8 Deck overlap Eliminates skipping when going into a tight turn Automatic wing locks When wings are raised in the full transport position the wings lock in place no need to get off the tractor to lock 1 4 Gauge wheel arms 1 4 Sidewall thicknes
48. o determine the effect on quality of cut With a little practice you will be pleased with what you and your Land Pride All Flex Mower can do Whether 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 Stay on the tractor until the mower blades have come to a complete stop 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 19 Table of Contents Section 3 Adjustments Center Deck Height Adjustments A DANGER Before making adjustments or performing maintenance on your mower disengage PTO shut off tractor and wait for all moving parts to stop before dismounting tractor Disconnect the PTO driveline A CAUTION Block the decks before making cutting height adjustments These adjustments should be made with the mower hooked up to the same tractor that will be used for field operations or one having the same drawbar height Position the mower on a level surface and hitch adjusted Approximately 1 for Model 4011 Approximately 3 4 for Models 4014 amp 4016 Minimum Cuiting Height Set up so the main frame is level to the ground Tire pressure will affect mowing height Be sure all tires have the proper pressure as listed in the Tire Inflation Chart under th
49. ooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Table of Contents Driveline Protection Drive components are protected from shock loads by a friction clutch Friction clutches should be run in prior to initial operation and after long periods of inactivity You may have one of two types of frictions clutches Refer to Figure 4 10 and Figure 4 11 to determine which friction clutch your All Flex mower has Follow Clutch Run In instructions for your particular mower To prevent driveline and gearbox damage repeat Run In instructions at the beginning of each season and when moisture and or condensation seizes the inner friction plates 8 Allen Head Socket Bolts Clutch Run In With 8 Alan Head Socket Bolts Figure 4 10 SN TIGHTEN NUTS Clutch Run In With 4 Tightening Nuts Figure 4 11 Clutch Run In Clutches With 8 Alan Head Socket Bolts Refer to Figure 4 10 1 Loosen counterclockwise all 8 Alan head socket bolts uniformly 6 full turns 2 Cycle clutch on and off 5 or 6 times 15 seconds on and 15 seconds off with the engine operating at half throttle Disengage driveline shut off tractor and remove key Wait for all components to stop before dismounting from tractor 3 Tighten Alan head socket bolts fully back Clutch is ready for use 4 Theclutch should be checked during the first hour of cutting and periodically each week Clutches With 4 Tightening Nuts
50. ould only be replaced with genuine Land Pride parts Therefore should your All Flex Grooming Mower require replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer Serial Number Plate 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 000000 AFM40133 A uS Serial Number Plate Location for Models 4014 and 4016 Figure 2 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 11 Table of Contents Land Pride Introduction 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 Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new machine 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 suggested 1 Discuss the matter with your dealership Service Manager making sure he is aware of any problems you may have and that he has had the opportunity to assist you 2 Ifyou are still not satisfied seek out the Owner or General Manager of the dealership explain the problem and request assistance 3 Forfurther assistance write to Land Pride Service Department 1525 East North Street P O Box 5
51. re to remove the deck floating pins before unfolding mower decks ERE all guards and shields are in place and 4 Referto Operating Instructions steps 5 and 6 on Clear the area to be mowed of objects and debris that page 18 for instructions on lowering the decks might be picked up and thrown by the mower blades Constant Velocity Driveline Angle Operate with 540 rpm PTO tractor Refer to Figure 2 4 Refer to your tractor s operator manual for engaging i i he PTO The main driveline from the tractor to the mower anaelsengagingiig FTO divider box is equipped with a constant velocity CV In case of emergency learn to stop tractor and mower joint This will allow the joint to run with no vibration at quickly angles up to 80 deg Complete Operating Check List below Operating Check List Check Reference Safety Rules Page 1 Gearbox Gear Lube Page 23 Tractor Hook up Page 14 Tire Inflation Chart Page 46 Lubricate the mower as needed Page 23 Check the mower initially and Constant Velocity Driveline Angle periodically for loose bolts amp pins Figure 2 4 Make sure the hitch safety chain is securely attached to the mower hitch and the tractor IMPORTANT The CV joint should not be subjected to angles greater than 80 deg Failure to comply will result in driveline damage Inspect the blades Make note of the The constant velocity joint must be greased ev
52. rning Max Trans Speed WARNING EXGESSIVE SPEED AZARD To Prevent Serious Injury or Death Do Not Exceed 20 mph maximum transport speed Loss of vehicle control and or machine damage can result 818 337C Rev A 818 337C Warning Max Trans Speed 818 339C Warning High Pressure A CAUTION To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage Transport lock s must be engaged During extended transport When maintenance is being performed se 818 351C Caution Lock For Transport Model 4011 6 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information CAUTION To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage Transport lock s must be engaged During extended transport When maintenance is being performed e 818 351C Caution Lock For Transport CAUTION To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage e Transport locks pins must be disengaged before unfolding unit 818 353 Rev A 818 353C Caution Unlock To Unfold dh THROWN OBJECT HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death from thrown object 81 8 556C Operate only with all guards installed and in good condition Stop operation if bystanders come within several hundred feet Danger Thrown aired Object Hazard
53. s Specification Capacity Description Specification Capacity Blade Drive Belt 1 B Section Overall Width Transport Height Drive Belt Tension Spring Loaded Idler with Overcenter Release 7 7 1 2 Blade Bearing Sealed Ball Bearings Transport Width 6 8 Low Lift 1 4 x 2 1 2 x 20 29 32 3 Each Per Deck Optional Blades Medium Lift High Lift amp Mulching Overall Length Machine Weight Hitch Tongue Support 14 10 Mowing Position 12 11 Transport Position 2 560 Ibs Pull Type with Adjustable Clevis and Safety Tow Chain 2 200 Ib Capacity Screw Jack Blade Overlap 1 1 4 Blade Spindle Speed 3 362 R P M Blade Tip Speed 18 396 F P M Tractor Horsepower Gearbox Support Minimum 40 HP Maximum 70 HP 1 4 Steel Channel Transport Tires 2 23 x 10 5 with Sealant Deck Tires 10 each Air 18 x 9 5 with Sealant Gearboxes Main Driveline Deck Wheel Spindles 1 1 4 w Nylon Bushings Dual Acting 540 RPM 1 Splitter amp 3 Wing Deck Cylinders Hydraulic Outlets 1 Set Required 1 Category IV with Constant Velocity Wing Drivelines Cutting Height Deck Size amp Quantity 3 Category II with or without Slip Clutch 3 4 to 5 1 4 In 1 4 increments Wing Flex 23 Degrees Left To Right 22 Degrees Front To Back Center Deck Flex 10 Degrees Left To Right 22 Degree
54. s It may be necessary to scrape off compacted dirt from the bottom of the deck then use a garden hose to thoroughly clean the surface Check the blades for wear and replace or sharpen if necessary refer to Blade Sharpening this section on page 25 Inspect the mower for loose damaged or worn parts and adjust or replace if needed Lubricate as noted in the Lubrication portion of this section starting on page 23 Release spring tension from drive belt refer to Blade Removal And Installation on page 24 Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent rust Aerosol touch up paint is available from your Land Pride dealer Order Land Pride part 821 011C for Buckskin or 821 002C for Black Store mower in a clean dry place Tires With Air Pressure Tire Sealant Heavy Duty tire sealant has been added in Air tires to help reduce air loss from punchers due to nails thorns etc See tire sidewall for optimum tire pressure NOTE Under inflated tires can roll off of rim Maintaining air pressure within 5 PSI of maximum tire pressure reduces the risk of tires rolling off of rim 30 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Lubrication Points Lubrication lt Multi purpose Multi purpose 9 Multi purpose Intervals in hours Legend spray lube H pease lube oil lube at which lubrication i is requ
55. s PTO drive If everything is running smoothly slowly increase the engine rpm until the tractor s engine reaches full PTO operating speed of 540 rpm If everything is still running as it should then return the engine to low idle and disengage power to the PTO Under no circumstances should you ever raise the cutting decks into transport position with the PTO drive engaged Personal injury and machine damage could result You should now be ready to move to your cutting site to begin mowing On roadway transport in such a manner that faster moving vehicles can easily see you and pass you safely Reduce your speed when traveling over rough and hilly terrain Avoid quick or sharp steering corrections Take extra care to insure that the mower doesn t come into contact with obstacles such as trees buildings or fences Use accessory lights and appropriate reflective devices to provide adequate warning to pedestrians and other vehicle operators when traveling on public roads and in the dark of night Comply with all local state and federal laws It is important that you inspect the area where you will be cutting and clear it of safety hazards and foreign objects either before or after you arrive at the cutting site Never assume the area is clear Cut only in areas you are familiar with and are free of debris and unseen objects In the event you do strike an object stop the mower and tractor immediately to inspect and make any necessary repairs b
56. s 4014 amp 4016 Inflation Inflation 18 x 9 50 8 x 4 Ply 23 x 10 50 x 4 Ply 20 4 x 11 x 5 2 Ply 13x 5 00 x 4 Ply 28 46 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 9 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 S N 368188 5 years on Parts and Labor Hydraulic Cylinder One year Parts and Labor Hoses and seals are considered wear items Belts Blades amp Friction Discs in Slip Clutches Considered wear items Tires 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 such as blades belts tines etc 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
57. s 8 8 Class 10 9 in tpoi N N ft Ibi N ft lb mm N ft lb N ft lb N ft lb 1 4 20 74 56 hi 8 16 12 M5X08 M 3 6 5 9 7 M 8 X 1 25 546 24 17 ha 26 M9 s7 27 M8X1 3 8 16 27 zo 42 3 s9 J44 M10 X 1 5 3 8 24 31 22 a 35 ez 49 M10 X 0 75 Mi2X1 75 58 42 o e7 125 o3 716 20 49 36 75 55 105 78 1 2 13 66 49 t05 76 145 105 1 2 20 75 55 ti5 85 165 120 Mi4X1 5 o9 zs t55 115 215 160 9 6 18 105 79 165 120 235 170 5 8 11 130 97 205 150 285 210 5 8 18 150 110 230 170 325 240 M18X1 5 220 165 350 260 485 355 260 190 405 295 570 420 225 165 585 430 820 605 250 185 640 475 905 670 Ma4X2 525 390 830 610 1150 845 370 275 955 705 1350 995 M30 X 3 5 480 355 1080 795 1750 1290 M30x2 11 8 12 540 395 1210 890 1960 1440 M36 X 3 5 M36 X 2 1880 1380 2960 2190 4100 3220 11 4 12 750 555 680 1240 2730 2010 1 3 8 6 890 655 1990 1470 3230 2380 in tpi nominal thread dia in inches threads per inch 13 8 12 t010 745 2270 1670 3680 2710 N m newton meters 11 2 6 1180 870 2640 1950 4290 3160 ft lb foot pounds 11 2 12 1330 980 2970 2190 4820 3560 mm x pitch nominal thread dia in millimeters x thread pitch Torque tolerance 0 15 of torquing values Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above Tire Inflation Chart Model 4011 Model
58. s Front To Back 3 each 60 Deck Overlap Deck Thickness 6 3 16 Wing Locks Automatic with Pull Rope Release 1 4 Wall Square Tubing Zero Turning Radius Gauge Wheel Arms Turning Radius Anti Scalp Roller Mowing Cap acity 2 mph 3 39 Acres 04 mph 6 78 Acres 9 6 mph 10 17 Acres Front Center and Outside Deck Corners o 9 j j 14043 Model 4014 Specification Drawing 38 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 6 Specifications amp Capacities Model 4014 E 14044 Model 4014 Specification Drawing 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 39 Table of Contents Section 6 Specifications amp Capacities Land Pride AFM4016 Series Description Specification Capacity Description Specification Capacity Blade Drive Belt Drive Belt Tension Cutting Width 16 8 Overall Width 1 B Section Spring Loaded Idler with Overcenter Release Transport Height 8
59. s on gauge wheel arms means a great deal of hidden strength Sleek frame design Single beam hitch design allows for a zero turning radius Rear discharge Even dispersal discharged items are always aimed downward No rear chains are needed which tend to clump damp grass Blade rotation Counter rotation Wing decks throw grass away from the path of the rear deck Rear deck doesn t get covered up nor does it get bogged down by cut grass 18 Deck tires with sealant 18 Tires offer great flotation less lbs per square inch Sealant minimizes flats 23 Transport tires with 23 Transport tires offer smooth roading Tapered bearings offer longevity tapered bearings 18 340 fpm Blade tip speed High blade tip speed for clean cut and efficient discharge Cat 4 CV main driveline Constant velocity main driveline allows for tighter turns without harming U joints in driveline Mulching blades Mulching blades are available Cat 2 slip clutch wing Reduces start up torque that is put on the driveline gearbox and gearbox support drivelines Easy belt tension release Easily release belt tension for changing belt or for winter storage Easy to grease blade spindles No guards to remove for routine greasing of blade spindles Gearbox Warranty S N 368188 one year on all gearbox components S N 368188 5 years on gearbox housing gears and shafts 3 years on bearings and seals in gearbox 7 28 06 AFM4
60. se cutting height Avoid solid objects Replace bent drivelines Replace blade Cross not centered with yoke Disassemble and inspect for incorrectly located needles or damaged bearing cap Debris in sheaves or on mower deck Remove belt guard shield and clean debris from belt area and sheaves Sheaves damaged or out of alignment Drive belt damaged Replace sheaves or align Replace drive belt check for belt contacting deck component Inadequate clearance between belt guard shields amp belt Remove belt guard shields amp clean debris from belt area amp sheaves AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Section 8 Troubleshooting Table of Contents Discharge openings Belt not installed correctly Check installation of belt plugged Grass too wet Wait until grass dries Grass too tall Raise cutting height of mower and cut grass twice RPM of tractor too low Ground speed too fast A CAUTION Mow at full throttle 640 PTO rpm Check PTO speed amp tractor engine Shift transmission to a lower gear Do not try to clean discharge opening when mower is running Bodily harm may occur Belt slipping Plugged grooming mower Unplug and clean mower deck Debris in sheave Remove belt guard shields and clean sheaves Low belt spring tension Retighten spring take up bolt Worn belt Replace belt Patches of unc
61. use a clip on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly Use a safety cage if available A When removing and installing wheels use wheel handling equipment adequate for the weight involved Keep Riders Off Machinery A Riders obstruct the operator s view they could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the machine A Never allow children to operate equipment 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 3 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information Safety Labels 1 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 2 Keep all safety labels clean and legible 3 Replace all damaged or missing labels To order new labels go to your Land Pride dealer 4 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 To order new labels go to your Land Pride dealer 5 Refer to this section for proper label placement To install new labels a b Clean the area the label is to be placed Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to be placed Peel backing from label Press firml
62. ut grass RPM of tractor too low Mow at full throttle 540 PTO rpm Check PTO speed amp tractor engine Ground speed too fast Shift transmission to a lower gear Blade damaged or dull Sharpen amp balance or replace blade Blade rotation wrong Install correct rotation blade Low lubricant level Check lubricant level Blades scalping grass Cutting too low Ridges in terrain Raise cutting height by adjusting wheels Change mowing pattern Fast turning speed Reduce speed on turns Uneven cut Ground speed too fast Shift to a lower gear Mower not level Dull blades Tractor loaded down by mower RPM of engine too low Ground speed too fast Level mower Sharpen blades amp balance or replace Mow at tractor s rated PTO RPM 540 PTO RPM Shift to a lower gear Debris wrapped around mower spindles or blades Tractor PTO horse power rating too low Clean mower Raise cutting height of the mower and cut the grass twice Shift to a lower gear Use a tractor with more horsepower Blades lift too high Change to lower lift blades if they will cut the grass satisfactorily 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 45 Table of Contents Section 9 Appendix Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification P 58 8 8 Bolt Size Bolt Size Inches Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Metric Class 5 8 Clas
63. w labels from your Land Pride Dealer Information about labels is located under Safety Labels in the Important Safety Information section starting on page 4 Servicing Mower Blades Blade Inspection Refer to Refer to Figure 4 1 Blade Wear As blades wear and are sharpened the blade performance will be reduced Bent Deformed or Split Blades should be removed from unit and discarded DO NOT attempt to straighten for reuse Ay warnine DO NOT attempt to modify blade such as hard surfacing heat or cold treating and or by any other method Ay warnine DO NOT try to straighten a blade that is bent Never weld a broken or cracked blade ALWAYS replace with a new Land Pride blade to assure safety BLADE WEAR UNDERCUT OF WING TIP WARNING WORN BEYOND USE 2 32 MINIMUM FOR 174 THICK BLADE 7 32 MINIMUM FOR 5 16 THICK BLADE TYPICAL BOTH ENDS de s Z WARNING WORN BEYOND USE PALA MAXIMUM WEAR WHEN SHARPENING BLEND THESE AREAS NEw BLADE T WORN OR SHARPENED BLADE BLADE Blade Placement Figure 4 1 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 23 Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Land Pride Blade Removal And Installation A CAUTION Depending on blade rotation bolts attaching mower blades to their respective spindles may be either left hand or right hand Prevent spindle and or bolt damage by knowing which hand
64. y onto the surface Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card A WARNING NEGATIVE Negative tongu elevation of to ONGUE RD e weigh can cause immediate ngue when unhitching implemen To prevent serious injury or death Always be ce rtain implement is hitched securely 81 8 01 9C to tractor drawbar before raising Lower implement BEFORE unhitching 0 Warning Negative Tongue Weight 818 003C Slow Moving Vehicle Label 4 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 7 28 06 Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information ACAUTION To avoid Injury or Machine Damage Qperate only with 940 rpm PTO 816 130C Caution 540 RPM 7 AL d ROTATING DRIVELINE AZARD shield Missing Do Not Operate 818 187C M 818 187 Rev B Danger Shield Missing 818 229C Amber Reflector Vi 818 230C Red Reflector 7 28 06 AFM4011 AFM4014 and AFM4016 All Flex Grooming Mowers 315 160M 5 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information A WARNING i d To Prevent Serious Injury or Death Do Not Exceed 20 mph maximum transport speed Loss of vehicle control and or machine damage can result B18 337C Rev A 818 337C Wa
65. you with safety assembly operation adjustments troubleshooting and maintenance Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation 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 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 www landpride com or printed from the Land Pride Service amp Support Center which is already at your dealership 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 NOTE A special point of information that the operator must be aware of before continuing 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 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 implement The parts on your All Flex Grooming Mower have been specially designed and sh

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