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For an Operator’s Manual and Decal Kit in French 

Language, please see your Land Pride dealer.

Read the Operator’s Manual entirely. When you see this symbol, 

the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious 

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 follow 

without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! 

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Offset Flail Mowers

OFM3678, OFM3690 & OFM3698

 333-149M

Operator’s Manual

 Printed 6/

11

/21

76012

Summary of Contents for OFM3678

Page 1: ...n French Language please see your Land Pride dealer Read the Operator s Manual entirely When you see this symbol the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life...

Page 2: ...ly ordered the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine Update the record by adding the machine weight and measurements provided in the Specifications Capacities Section of thi...

Page 3: ...4 Handling Unloading Instructions 15 Packing Unpacking 15 Attach Flail head to the Hitch 15 Hose Assembly 16 Preliminary Checks Inspections 16 Lifting Transporting the Mower 17 Handling Storage 17 Per...

Page 4: ...47 Belt Manufacture Instrument 47 Belt Frequency Meter 47 Set Belt Tension 48 Replace Belts 48 Check Replace Blades 49 Check Blades 49 Replace Blades 49 Skid Shoe Replacement 50 Remove Accumulated Tr...

Page 5: ...uipment The operator should be familiar with all functions of the tractor and attached implement and be able to handle emergencies quickly Make sure all guards and shields appropriate for the operatio...

Page 6: ...Remove all tools and unused parts from equipment before operation Do not weld or torch on galvanized metal as it will release toxic fumes Tire Safety Tire changing can be dangerous and must be perfor...

Page 7: ...e difficult to see especially at night Use the Slow Moving Vehicle SMV sign when on public roads Flashing warning lights and turn signals are recommended whenever driving on public roads Avoid High Pr...

Page 8: ...silica particles This dust can cause serious injury to the lungs silicosis There are guidelines which should be followed if crystalline silica quartz is present in the dust Be aware of and follow OSH...

Page 9: ...Important Safety Information 6 11 21 5 This page left blank intentionally...

Page 10: ...e com 3 Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as 76088 76088 specified by Land Pride When ordering new components make sure the corr...

Page 11: ...of Contents 76091 76082 76088 76091 842 556C Warning Pinch Point or Crushing Hazard 3 Places Top Image Front side of rear lateral pivot joint Middle Image Back side of front lateral pivot joint Bottom...

Page 12: ...of Contents 76088 76082 76090 844 001C Danger Hot Surface Hazard 1 Place Behind the gearbox 838 615C 2 x 9 5 cm x 23 cm Amber Reflector 2 Places Left right ends on the front side of the flail head 838...

Page 13: ...Important Safety Information OFM3678 OFM3690 OFM3698 Offset Flail Mowers 333 149M 6 11 21 9 Table of Contents 76091 842 555C Danger Warning Safety Combo 1 Place Right top side of the flail head...

Page 14: ...M 6 11 21 10 Table of Contents 76089 13313 13313 818 540C Danger Guard Missing Hazard 1 Place On outer driveline profile 818 552C Danger Entanglement Hazard 1 Place On outer driveline shield 818 543C...

Page 15: ...d 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...

Page 16: ...ent readily at hand Tractor Shutdown Procedure The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures Follow these procedures and any additional shutdown procedures provided in your tractor Operator s Ma...

Page 17: ...17 7 12 6 13 10 9 8 15 11 14 25 24 1 Rotor with hammer blades 2 Hammer blades 3 Incline adjustment cylinder 4 Lateral offset cylinder 5 Front lateral pivot joint 6 Flail head 7 Slow Moving Vehicle Sig...

Page 18: ...y Refer to Figure 1 2 The counter blade 1 improves cutting results by shredding the material more uniformly It is mounted to the front row of bolt holes A The second counter blade 2 is an optional ext...

Page 19: ...hen unpacking the machine sort the packing materials correctly by category IMPORTANT Packaging materials dust and chemical products must be disposed of correctly IMPORTANT Upon receipt check that the...

Page 20: ...all the components necessary for its use including both standard and optional equipment The implement leaves the factory in perfect working order However the dealer must check the following upon deli...

Page 21: ...nstructor and or with the relative technical rules A chain or strap must NEVER exceed an angle of 45 relative to the vertical An angle exceeding 45 will place extreme strain on the entire hoisting sys...

Page 22: ...followed at all times The lifting chain or straps must NEVER exceed an angle of 45 relative to the vertical The lifting accessories used must be in proper working order and of suitable load capacity f...

Page 23: ...ly clean and lubricate driveline coupling B and gearbox input shaft C 4 Connect driveline shaft coupling B to the gearbox input shaft C as follows Retainer Bolt and Nut Hook up a Remove retainer nut a...

Page 24: ...odels described herein are equipped with a three point linkage for hitching the implement to the rear of a tractor s three point hitch The implement is equipped with hydraulic systems for lateral adju...

Page 25: ...length of the top center link 5 until hitch pin 7 is close to the rear of the slot to ensure that the mower will work correctly See Figure 1 14 h 10 Continue with Driveline Hook up on page 22 IMPORTAN...

Page 26: ...by at least 1 3 of their length They must not separate under any working condition The ends of the two driveline profiles must never reach the travel limit in any working conditions The difference in...

Page 27: ...or pull collar pops out and locks in place in groove E on the power take off shaft 9 Pull on driveline collars at both ends of the driveline to ensure they are secured to the tractor s power take off...

Page 28: ...rer production date reference code Reference Meanings A Code of the hydraulic hose B Manufacturer s name C Hydraulic hose production date D Maximum operating pressure 74979 Hydraulic Identification By...

Page 29: ...onto the blocks b Shut tractor down before dismounting Refer to Tractor Shutdown Procedure on page 12 c Move or remove drawbar if it interferes with the flail mower and make any other necessary correc...

Page 30: ...9 on page 22 11 If dimension A is less than 1 2 5 cm continue with step 12 on this page 22165 IMPORTANT A driveline that is too long can bottom out causing structural damage to the tractor and implem...

Page 31: ...equal length as shown in Figure 1 24 Check driveline maximum allowable length as follows 1 Make sure Check Driveline Collapsible Length on page 26 has been completed before continuing with instruction...

Page 32: ...e tire manufacturer If the axle is supported by two tires the permitted tire load capacity of one tire is multiplied by two Locate the tire load capacities in the manufacturers documentation and recor...

Page 33: ...Section 1 Assembly Set up OFM3678 OFM3690 OFM3698 Offset Flail Mowers 333 149M 6 11 21 29 Table of Contents This page left blank intentionally...

Page 34: ...rocky or uneven terrain conditions increase the distance the blades are carried above ground Roller Adjustment Figure 2 1 Adjust Roller Height Refer to Figure 2 1 The roller 1 can be adjusted to a mow...

Page 35: ...ays be in the raised position before traveling with the implement attached to the tractor Adjust Lateral Position Figure 2 3 Adjust Lateral Position Refer to Figure 2 3 WARNING To prevent serious inju...

Page 36: ...1 21 32 Table of Contents Accumulator Safety Function Refer to Figure 2 4 The implement is equipped with an accumulator 1 which allows the arms to fold back partially in the event of a collision with...

Page 37: ...e angle of the flail head is adjustable to suit the job at hand The incline angle may be rotated from 65 to 65 relative to the horizontal Simply use the tractor control lever connected to the inclined...

Page 38: ...od working condition while operating the implement A crushing hazard exists while hooking up and unhooking the implement Keep people and animals away while backing up to the implement or pulling away...

Page 39: ...requires a slower speed A rotating driveline must not exceed an angle of 25 degrees up or down and never engage a driveline while at an angle exceeding 25 degrees up or down The driveline can break an...

Page 40: ...ution in order to avoid compromising the machine s stability Make sure implement does not block tractor s Slow Moving Vehicle SMV sign when transporting on a public road If operators in vehicles appro...

Page 41: ...o not lift the flail mower excessively when the power take off is running This may cause the driveline to angle excessively and fail causing serious injury to the operator and damage to the flail mowe...

Page 42: ...eath Carefully check to ensure that the safety guards are present and correctly installed on the implement Periodically check their condition Working at Night This Offset Flail Mower can be used at ni...

Page 43: ...e flail mower above ground 2 Operate the hydraulic control lever to adjust the lateral position of flail mower as needed 3 Lower the flail mower to the ground and continue mowing while traveling forwa...

Page 44: ...chine for cutting hedges all persons animals and objects must be kept out of the danger area Do not use a tractor without a cab It is possible for the flail mower to throw objects at the operator in a...

Page 45: ...t and falling Working on Incline Surfaces The flail mower will follow the terrain up or down 65 degrees When working with the flail on inclining and declining surfaces make sure the weight of the flai...

Page 46: ...wn according to Tractor Shutdown Procedure on page 12 and check to make sure the two driveline joints are connected correctly Ground Speed IMPORTANT Working at an excessive ground speed may damage the...

Page 47: ...6 Shut tractor down properly before dismounting Refer to Tractor Shutdown Procedure on page 12 7 Unhook driveline 1 by pulling back on the driveline pull collar or pushing down on the driveline push p...

Page 48: ...s is not possible before starting work park the tractor on level ground disengage the power take off set all controls to their neutral positions switch the motor off and remove the switch key from the...

Page 49: ...ly and instruct the unauthorized individuals to leave the hazardous areas Do not wear rings watches jewelry unfastened or dangling garments such as ties torn garments scarves unbuttoned jackets or blo...

Page 50: ...y welding work near hydraulic hoses The hydraulic oil can easily catch fire One of the most important things you can do to prevent hydraulic system problems is to ensure your tractor s hydraulic reser...

Page 51: ...y 2 Place the instrument against the mid point of one of the belts 1 3 2 4 76019 3 Push button 1 slowly down and firmly with your finger 4 Stop pressing as soon as you hear a click and remove the inst...

Page 52: ...before servicing adjusting cleaning or maintaining this implement Replace belts when necessary When replacing belts first loosen the belt tension to permit removal of the belts themselves 1 Remove fas...

Page 53: ...ays inspect blades before using the machine A thorough and regular inspection is vital for cutting quality and above all for the safety of the machine operator and bystanders 3 Blades should be replac...

Page 54: ...as follows Using a Hoist a Attach a hoist with a suitable lift capacity to the identified lift points on the flail mower Refer to Permitted Hoist Lifting Points on page 18 b Lift the mower until the s...

Page 55: ...hine s parts Never have open flames in the area Do not aim pressurized water at rotating parts bearings gaskets hydraulic hoses cases etc Do not use any solvents or aggressive products that could dete...

Page 56: ...level that is too low or too high can cause damage to the implement NOTE Before lubricating thoroughly clean the parts involved especially zerks to prevent any impurities from mixing with the lubrica...

Page 57: ...tor Right Side Bearing Lubricate bearings every 30 hours and after each heavy duty usage Bearings that do not need maintenance work should not be lubricated 1 Zerk Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Gr...

Page 58: ...vy duty usage Bearings that do not need maintenance work should not be lubricated 2 Zerks Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required 30 Hours Driveline Universal Joints See the serv...

Page 59: ...rbox 2 With the implement on flat level ground and the tractor shutdown correctly unscrew fill cap 2 3 Fill the gearbox with the specified oil using a funnel until the oil reaches the lower edge of in...

Page 60: ...roughly with a garden hose A coating of oil may also be applied to the lower areas to minimize oxidation IMPORTANT Before storing the machine it is recommended to carry out a number general maintenanc...

Page 61: ...l the greasing points 5 Check oil level of the gearbox 6 Carry out any necessary maintenance operations 7 Check that the driveline is correctly installed and that all the driveline guards and shields...

Page 62: ...D in cm 80 204 80 204 80 204 Height H in cm 45 113 45 113 45 113 Weight without driveline lb kg 1 985 900 2 117 960 2 205 1000 Working width in cm 78 200 90 230 98 250 Deck thickness gauge mm 8 4 End...

Page 63: ...and over the rotor which allows it to be dispersed more evenly Allows material to be shredded completely High blade tip speed Creates a vacuum effect provides a clean cut and slices through saplings w...

Page 64: ...the flail head Clogging Clean the machine to remove accumulated debris Roller does not turn easily Insufficient greasing Grease as indicated Roller casing bearings worn Replace the bearings Roller or...

Page 65: ...115 240 180 335 245 5 8 18 150 110 230 170 325 240 M18 X 2 5 195 145 310 230 405 300 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...

Page 66: ...product is not designed Misuse also specifically includes failure to properly maintain oil levels grease points and driveline shafts Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which origi...

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