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Table of Contents

720-051M

6/30/05

4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle

Gondo

Operator’s Manual

Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit

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Summary of Contents for Gondo 4400EX

Page 1: ...en you see this symbol the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Table of Contents 720 051M 6 30 05 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle Gondo Operator s Manual Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit 21341 ...

Page 2: ...ration 14 Starting the Engine 14 Dashboard Switches and Instruments 14 Foot Operated Controls 15 Hand Operated Controls 16 Fuel Indicator 16 Steering 17 Driving Conditions 17 Towing the Gondo 18 Traveling Tips From the Trail Masters 19 Section 5 Options and Accessories 21 Gondo Options 21 Rear Cargo Box 21 Tires 21 Gondo Accessories 21 Section 6 Maintenance 22 General Maintenance 22 Prepare Vehicl...

Page 3: ...wnloaded free of charge from our website at www landpride com or printed from the Land Pride Service Support Center by your dealer Terminology Right hand and left hand as used in this manual are determined by facing the direction the vehicle will travel while in use unless otherwise stated Definitions The following terms are used throughout this manual Application Models Covered 4400EX Getting Acq...

Page 4: ... and in all kinds of weather Owner Assistance The safety video should be viewed by the owner and the Warranty Registration card should be filled out by the dealer at the time of purchase The owner should also receive a copy of the safety video upon purchasing the vehicle as well as have participated in a short drivers training course with the dealer This information is necessary to provide you wit...

Page 5: ...zardous 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 CAUTION 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 Thoroughly ...

Page 6: ...arts Make sure parts are in good condition and installed properly Remove build up of grease oil or debris Remove all tools and unused parts from the Gondo before operation Wear Protective Equipment Wear protective clothing and equipment Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job Avoid loose fitting clothing Because prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing l...

Page 7: ...loosely Hanging clothing long hair jewelry etc can catch in the tires and other rotating objects Keep hands feet long hair clothing and jewelry away from moving parts and obvious pinch points to avoid getting caught Some conditions may warrant extra safety gear to be worn such as safety helmets and or goggles Keep hands arms feet and all bodily appendages safely inside the confines of the vehicle ...

Page 8: ...loading Always park on level ground stop engine set park brake and remove ignition key before leaving the vehicle Chock tires if condition warrants Use extreme caution when cresting hills or when visibility is limited Proceed slowly until you are sure trail conditions immediately ahead are safe Keep front wheels straight when cresting hills or going over bumps Do not stop start suddenly or over ac...

Page 9: ... or replace hydraulic leaks and damaged hoses immediately 21435 Safety Decals 1 Your Gondo Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle comes equipped with all safety decals in place They were designed to help you safely operate this vehicle and to serve as a reminder to keep safety uppermost in your mind Read and follow decal directions 2 Keep all safety decals clean and legible 3 Replace all damaged or missing de...

Page 10: ...afety Information 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720 051M 6 30 05 8 Table of Contents 838 629C Warning Pinch Point or Crushing Hazard 838 492C Caution Maximum Power Source 21440 21443a 21443a 21443b 21443a 21458 ...

Page 11: ... Important Safety Information 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720 051M Table of Contents 838 489C Warning Rollover Hazard 838 491C Warning Improper Use 21439 21439 838 486C Warning General Utility Vehicle 21439 ...

Page 12: ... 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720 051M 6 30 05 10 Table of Contents 838 628C Warning Load Rating and Trailer Towing Information 21442 838 490C Caution Stop Engine 21438 21441 838 508C Warning Before Filling Tank with Gasoline ...

Page 13: ...ection 2 Important Safety Information 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720 051M Table of Contents Warning Label Included with Seat Warning Check Seat mounting 21345 20971 838 444C Danger Muffler hot 21436 ...

Page 14: ... place ___Check headlights to make sure they are working and are properly mounted Each vehicle must undergo a Pre Delivery Inspection by the Dealer Listed below is an example of the checklist that is included with the Warranty Registration that is to be submitted to Land Pride upon Retail Sale The Pre Delivery Certificate and Warranty Registration must be submitted to Land Pride in order to activa...

Page 15: ...icle controls have been explained ___Fuel transportation and storage procedures have been explained ___Fluid fill and lubrication points have been located and explained to the customer ___Customer has completed the driving course ___Information on the safety decals have been reviewed with the customer Customer Acceptance List Customer initials required where accepted as successfully completed ___C...

Page 16: ...a safety violation and could result in voiding the warranty General Operation Starting the Engine Follow starting procedures displayed at the gearshift lever and as noted below Section 4 Operating Instructions DANGER Avoid injury or death from entanglement in the rotating components and pinch points All shields must be in place and secure when operating Keep all persons away from rotating componen...

Page 17: ...vel and add if low See your authorized Land Pride dealer if oil level shows full on 1 2 3 4 21438 5 8 21342 6 7 the dipstick and oil light stays on after the engine is running 8 Power Plug Outlet 12 volt accessories such as a cell phone or light can be connected to this outlet Foot Operated Controls Refer to Figure 4 2 9 Accelerator Pedal Changes engine rpm and vehicle ground speed Press down on t...

Page 18: ...er The park brake lever is located on the floor board right of the operator and should be set at all times the vehicle is not in operation Push the lever forward to the horizontal position to set the brake Release the brake by pulling back on the lever to the vertical position Do not drive vehicle with park brake on The knob on the end of the handle may be turned to make minor adjustments to the b...

Page 19: ... Do not drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the floor board Always enter the water slowly and continue traveling slowly through the water to minimize splashing The vehicle could stall if the electrical system gets wet Never allow water to get up around the engine A wet engine is likely to stall or become damaged Test the brakes for stopping capabilities once through the water All...

Page 20: ...y times more than its own weight Because of this it is important that you know the vehicle s capability and how to operate it in a way that will not damage the vehicle or injure yourself or others Always consider the following Does the load exceed the recommend towing capacity Too much weight will push the vehicle around and hinder its stopping capabilities Is the load front heavy placing too much...

Page 21: ... inflate a tire Consider adding a puncture sealant to your tires as a preventative measure 3 Check for any loose or missing parts and definitely make those needed repairs before going anywhere It is especially important that you check steering braking throttle electrical and engine components thoroughly Plan Your Route 1 Plan your route destination and rendezvous points before starting out 2 Don t...

Page 22: ...fairly clean and free of obstacles Maintain a slow steady speed disturbing the stream bed as little as possible If you submerge the engine you will lose forward momentum and power If you submerge the engine or the whole vehicle do not attempt to start the vehicle but take it to your nearest dealer immediately After intermittent stream or shallow water crossings dry out the brake linings by slightl...

Page 23: ...oing over rough terrain The Turf Tire is a good selection when one wants to preserve the terrain being traveled over Golf courses parks and other maintained areas make the Turf Tire an excellent choice figure 5 1 Gondo Accessories A variety of accessory equipment has been designed to complement your needs and make your Land Pride Gondo a very functional and useful vehicle See your nearest Land Pri...

Page 24: ...gnaling a problem Visually inspect the vehicle for any abnormal wear or damage A good time to detect potential problems is while performing scheduled maintenance service Correcting the problem as quickly as possible is the best insurance Some repairs require the assistance of a trained service mechanic and should not be attempted by unskilled personnel Consult your Land Pride dealer when assistanc...

Page 25: ... the axle b Rear tires Refer to Figure 6 2 Place jack under the main frame just in front of the axle 4 Jack vehicle only high enough to do the work intended 5 Support vehicle securely with jack stands before working under and around the vehicle 6 Work may now be performed on the vehicle Be sure to properly torque all bolts that were loosened Wheel bolts should be torqued after the vehicle is lower...

Page 26: ...ting negative black cable to the negative post WARNING Sparks can cause a battery gas explosion which will result in personal injury Keep battery terminals from touching any metal parts when removing or installing the battery Do not allow metal tools to short between battery terminals and metal vehicle parts WARNING Do not allow an open flame near the battery when charging Hydrogen gas forms insid...

Page 27: ... its wheels on the ground If this is not possible then refuel the equipment on the truck or trailer using a portable container and not a gasoline dispenser nozzle If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Gasoline is a poison harmful or fatal if swallowed Long term exposure to vap...

Page 28: ...gas Do not dump fuel on the ground IMPORTANT Never use methanol gasoline containing methanol and or gasohol containing more than 10 ethanol These fuels can damage the vehicle s fuel system Do not mix oil with gasoline IMPORTANT Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol Fuel Filter and Fuel Line Maintenance Refer to Figure 6 4 The fuel filter Land Pride Part No 831 031C is installed ...

Page 29: ...elt dressings Any of these will destroy the belt composition in a very short time CAUTION Make certain to keep fingers from getting caught between belt and pulley when rotating belt over pulley Replace power steering belt as follows 1 Prepare vehicle for maintenance as outlined in steps 1 6 on page 22 2 Safely secure the seat console in the raised position 3 Disconnect negative battery cable 4 Saf...

Page 30: ...eaner Squeeze excess water out and allow time to air dry 6 Saturate precleaner with new engine oil and gently squeeze all excess oil out 7 Inspect precleaner element for holes and tears before reinstalling it Replace element if damaged 8 Reinstall precleaner element over the paper element being careful not to damage the elements 9 Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure with cover retaining knob Or...

Page 31: ...g sparks from escaping the muffler Use extreme caution when driving through dry grass brush and other fire hazard materials Never stop or park the vehicle over combustible materials WARNING The muffler is very hot and will burn upon contact Allow time to cool before servicing the spark arrester CAUTION To maintain efficiency the spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours CAUTION Be careful no...

Page 32: ...ure X 23 Check for Fluid Leaks X Inspect All Nuts and Bolts for Tightness X 22 Check and Clean Area Around Air Intake X 28 Grease Zerk Fittings for rotating surfaces 2 places X 36 Service Air Cleaner Pre cleaner Foam Element 2 X 28 Check Wheel Lug Nuts Torque 65 to 75 Ft lbs 3 X 22 Grease Zerk Fittings for bearings 3 places X 35 36 Service Air cleaner Paper Element 4 X 28 Change Engine Oil 5 6 X X...

Page 33: ...ator s Manual provides additional information necessary to keep the engine in top operating condition Follow all maintenance procedures provided in the Engine Operator s Manual Engine Oil Maintenance Schedule Check oil level daily before starting engine Make first oil change after the first month of operation or at 20 hours of operation whichever comes first Make all subsequent oil changes every 6...

Page 34: ...new replacement filter in a shallow pan with the open end up Pour new engine oil in through the threaded center hole until oil reaches the bottom of the threads Allow one or two minutes for the oil to be absorbed by the filter material 8 Coat new filter O ring with clean engine oil and install filter to engine filter base 9 Hand tighten oil filter until O ring seats Finish tightening by turning in...

Page 35: ...ed to ensure long life of the differentials It is extremely important to use proper type and weight of oil Also it is important to check and change oil as outlined in the maintenance schedule below Differential Maintenance Schedule Check case housing for damage and possible oil leakage after each use Check gear lube level every 6 months or every 100 hours whichever comes first Change gear lube eve...

Page 36: ...is low 4 Replace fill plug and tighten securely Figure 7 8 NOTE Running vehicle low on transmission oil can damage transmission and void its warranty 6mo 100hrs 21358 Engine Muffler Transmission Plug Transmission Fluid Change The transmission fluid needs to be changed only if water gets into it Drain transmission fluid by siphoning the fluid out through the fill hole or remove transmission from th...

Page 37: ...oir immediately if low or if hydraulics are operating poorly Hydraulic Fluid Type and Capacity See also Section 10 Specifications and Capacities on page 40 Type of fluid Dextron 3 automatic transmission fluid Quantity 2 quarts Tank should be 3 4 full when all accessories are in retracted position Hydraulic Fluid Level Check Refer to Figure 7 10 The fluid reservoir is located on the driver s side u...

Page 38: ...tity 3 or 4 pumps of the grease gun Stop adding grease if lubricant emerges through the seals Rotating Bearing Surfaces Refer to Figure 7 14 and Figure 7 15 The swivel tube is located in the rear frame See Figure 7 14 The shift selector vertical pivot is located along the left side of the transmission See Figure 7 15 Grease daily before putting into service Type of Grease Multipurpose Quantity Gre...

Page 39: ...E Gasoline evaporates if left in carburetor for long periods forming gum and varnish deposits in the carburetor These deposits will cause engine flooding and loss of power 8 Clean dirt and chaff from cylinders and fins blower housing and muffler 9 Check oil fill cap and fuel tank cap to make certain they are securely in place Vehicle Storage Preparation 1 Perform separate engine preparations liste...

Page 40: ...materials needed to repair the vehicle body All tools paint and materials should be purchased locally 8 Polish to a high luster or as required to match surrounding material 9 Wipe clean with soft clean cloth any dirt on cloth will mar surface Scratch Required Tools and Materials See note to left 1 000 rpm buffing tool DeWalt 849 Meguiars buffing compound 8432 Meguiars polish 8232 optional Meguiars...

Page 41: ...rials See note on page 37 1 000 rpm buffing tool DeWalt 849 Evercoat Body Filler Easy Sand Sanding Pad DuPont Full Thane Primer 421 15 DuPont 3939 Cleaner DuPont Sealer 42470 DuPont Chroma Base Clear Coat Paint System HVLP Paint Sprayer Steps to Repair 1 Sand damaged area with 500 grit paper to remove raised edges and to create abraded surface for proper adhesion 2 Fill damaged area with Evercoat ...

Page 42: ...n Keyed Rear Cargo Box Capacity 1800 lbs Battery 300 cca Maximum Tongue Weight 250 lbs Spark Arrestor Standard Maximum Towing Capacity 2500 lbs Headlights Standard Wheel Base 68 Tail Lights Standard Tread Center Front 43 Fuel Capacity 8 gallons Tread Center Rear 43 Fuel Type Unleaded fuel with 87 min octane Methanol fuel not allowed Width at front tires 56 Front Rear Differential Oil Capacity and ...

Page 43: ... fluid to the master cylinder Brake line is broken Replace brake line Brake line has air in it Bleed brake line and add brake fluid Master cylinder is defective Replace master cylinder Electrical system does not work Electrical fuse is blown or missing Replace electrical fuse Battery connections are loose or corroded Clean and tighten battery connections Battery is worn out or defective Replace ba...

Page 44: ...e plugged Allow engine to cool Clean cooling fins with high pressure air Engine oil level is low Add specified engine oil Carburetor air intake tube is plugged Clean air intake tube Air cleaning element is plugged or missing Replace or clean air cleaner with air Engine runs unevenly Electrical connections are loose Reattach electrical connections Engine cooling fins are plugged Allow engine to coo...

Page 45: ...jumps out of gear With gear shift in neutral adjust shifter link at transmission to be in neutral position Park brake doesn t work Park brake cable is broken Replace park brake cable Park brake cable is jammed with debris Clean debris from park brake cable Park brake is out of adjustment Adjust knob on end of park brake lever clockwise to tighten brake tension and counterclockwise to loosen brake ...

Page 46: ... switch Steering does not track correctly Improper tire inflation Inflate all tires to correct tire pressure Hydraulic steering cylinder is not operating properly Inspect thoroughly and replace or tighten malfunctioning components Steering play is excessive Worn mounting bushings at hydraulic cylinder connecting pins Inspect and replace all worn bushing and connecting pins Malfunctioning steering ...

Page 47: ... 3 4 10 235 170 360 265 510 375 M18 X 1 5 220 165 350 260 485 355 3 4 16 260 190 405 295 570 420 M20 X 2 5 280 205 440 325 610 450 7 8 9 225 165 585 430 820 605 M20 X 1 5 310 230 650 480 900 665 7 8 14 250 185 640 475 905 670 M24 X 3 480 355 760 560 1050 780 1 8 340 250 875 645 1230 910 M24 X 2 525 390 830 610 1150 845 1 12 370 275 955 705 1350 995 M30 X 3 5 960 705 1510 1120 2100 1550 1 1 8 7 480...

Page 48: ...Section 12 Appendix 4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720 051M 6 30 05 46 Table of Contents Notes ...

Page 49: ... pre delivered by an authorized Land Pride Utility Vehicle dealer 4 Limitations This warranty shall not apply to or include any of the following a Repair or replacement required as result of I accident II misuse or neglect III lack of reasonable and proper maintenance IV repairs improperly performed or replacements improperly installed V use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to La...

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