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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Further Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Section 1: Assembly and Set-up . . . . . . . . . . 8Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Dealer Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Vented Dipstick Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Pre-Assembly Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Upper Hitch Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Gauge Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Driveline Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Check Collapsible Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Check Maximum Allowable Length . . . . . . . . . . 11

Section 2: Accessories & Set-up . . . . . . . . . 12Accessory Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Anti-Scalping Front Roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Cutting Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Low Lift Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Medium Lift Blades (Factory Standard) . . . . . . . 12High Lift Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Mulching Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Accessory Part Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Section 3: Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . 13Operating Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Tractor Shut Down Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Pre-Start Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Inspection Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Mowing Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Un-hooking the Mower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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Section 4: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Leveling the Mower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Cutting Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163-Point Hitch Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Belt Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication . . . 18Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Service Mowing Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Blade Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Blade Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Blade Sharpening or Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 19

V-Belt Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Storage Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Driveline Shaft U-Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Inner Tube Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Driveline Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Wheel Support Bushings & Wheel Bearings . . . . 22Bearing in Blade Spindle Hubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Section 6: Specifications & Capacities . . . . . 23

Section 7: Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . 25

Section 8: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Section 9: Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . 27

Section 10: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described inthis manual.
!Be Aware ofSignal WordsA Signal word designates a degree orlevel of hazard seriousness. Thesignal words are:

Indicates an imminently hazardoussituation which, if not avoided, willresult in death or serious injury. Thissignal word is limited to the mostextreme situations, typically formachine components that, forfunctional purposes, cannot beguarded.

! DANGER

Indicates a potentially hazardoussituation which, if not avoided, couldresult in death or serious injury, andincludes hazards that are exposedwhen guards are removed. It may alsobe used to alert against unsafepractices.

Indicates a potentially hazardoussituation which, if not avoided, mayresult in minor or moderate injury. Itmay also be used to alert againstunsafe practices.

! WARNING

! CAUTION

For Your Protection▲ Thoroughly read and understand

the “Safety Label” section, read allinstructions noted on them.

Shutdown and Storage▲ Lower machine to ground, put

tractor in park, turn off engine, andremove the key.

▲ Detach and store implements in aarea where children normally donot play. Secure implement byusing blocks and supports.

OFF

Safety at All TimesThoroughly read and understandthe instructions given in thismanual before operation. Refer tothe “Safety Label” section, readall instructions noted on them.Do not allow anyone to operatethis equipment who has not fullyread and comprehended thismanual and who has not beenproperly trained in the safeoperation of the equipment.

▲ Operator should be familiar withall functions of the unit.

▲ Operate implement from thedriver’s seat only.

▲ Make sure all guards and shieldsare in place and secured beforeoperating implement.

▲ Do not leave tractor or implementunattended with engine running.

▲ Dismounting from a movingtractor could cause serious injuryor death.

▲ Do not allow anyone to standbetween the tractor andimplement while backing up to theimplement.

▲ Keep hands, feet, and clothingaway from power-driven parts.

▲ Wear snug fitting clothing to avoidentanglement with moving parts.

▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc.,when raising implement. Makesure all persons are clear ofworking area.

▲ Turning tractor too tight maycause implement to ride up onwheels. This could result in injuryor equipment damage.

▲ Do not carry passengers onimplement at any time.

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Look For The Safety Alert SymbolThe SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is apotential hazard to personal safety involved and extrasafety precaution must be taken. When you see thissymbol, be alert and carefully read the message thatfollows it. In addition to design and configuration ofequipment, hazard control and accident preventionare dependent upon the awareness, concern,prudence and proper training of personnel involved inthe operation, transport, maintenance and storage ofequipment.

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Use SafetyLights and Devices▲ Slow moving tractors, self-

propelled equipment, and towedimplements can create a hazardwhen driven on public roads. Theyare difficult to see, especially atnight.

▲ Flashing warning lights and turnsignals are recommendedwhenever driving on public roads.


Use A Safety Chain▲ A safety chain will help control

drawn machinery should itseparate from the tractordrawbar.

▲ Use a chain with the strengthrating equal to or greater thanthe gross weight of the towedmachinery.

▲ Attach the chain to the tractordrawbar support or otherspecified anchor location. Allowonly enough slack in the chainto permit turning.

▲ Do not use safety chain fortowing.

TransportMachinery Safely▲ Comply with state and local laws.▲ Maximum transport speed for

implement is 20 mph. DO NOTEXCEED. Never travel at a speedwhich does not allow adequatecontrol of steering and stopping.Some rough terrain require aslower speed.

▲ Sudden braking can cause atowed load to swerve and upset.

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Reduce speed if towed load is notequipped with brakes.

▲ Use the following maximumspeed - tow load weight ratios asa guideline:

20 mph when weight is lessthan or equal to the weight oftractor.10 mph when weight is doublethe weight of tractor.

▲ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a loadthat is more than double theweight of tractor.

Practice SafeMaintenance▲ Understand procedure before

doing work. Use proper tools andequipment, refer to Operator’sManual for additional information.

▲ Work in a clean dry area.▲ Lower the implement to the

ground, put tractor in park, turn offengine, and remove key beforeperforming maintenance.

▲ Allow implement to coolcompletely.

▲ Do not grease or oil implementwhile it is in operation.

▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure partsare in good condition & installedproperly.

▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil ordebris.

▲ Remove all tools and unusedparts from implement beforeoperation.

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Prepare for Emergencies▲ Be prepared if a fire starts.▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire

extinguisher handy.▲ Keep emergency numbers for

doctor, ambulance, hospital andfire department near phone.

911

WearProtective Equipment▲ Wear protective clothing and

equipment appropriate for the job.Avoid loose fitting clothing.

▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noisecan cause hearing impairment orhearing loss. Wear suitablehearing protection such asearmuffs or earplugs.

▲ Operating equipment safelyrequires the full attention of theoperator. Avoid wearing radioheadphones while operatingmachinery.

Avoid HighPressure Fluids Hazard▲ Escaping fluid under pressure can

penetrate the skin causingserious injury.

▲ Avoid the hazard by relievingpressure before disconnectinghydraulic lines or performing workon the system.

▲ Make sure all hydraulic fluidconnections are tight and allhydraulic hoses and lines are ingood condition before applyingpressure to the system.

▲ Use a piece of paper orcardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, tocheck for suspected leaks.

▲ Wear protective gloves and safetyglasses or goggles when workingwith hydraulic systems.

▲ If an accident occurs, see adoctor immediately. Any fluidinjected into the skin must betreated within a few hours organgrene may result.


HandleChemicals Properly▲ Protective clothing should be

worn.▲ Handle all chemicals with care.▲ Follow instructions on container

label.▲ Agricultural chemicals can be

dangerous. Improper use canseriously injure persons, animals,plants, soil, and property.

▲ Inhaling smoke from any type ofchemical fire is a serious healthhazard.

▲ Store or dispose of unusedchemicals as specified by thechemical manufacturer.

Tire Safety▲ Tire changing can be dangerous

and should be preformed bytrained personnel using thecorrect tools and equipment.

▲ When inflating tires, use a clip-onchuck and extension hose longenough to allow you to stand toone side and NOT in front of orover the tire assembly. Use asafety cage if available.

▲ When removing and installingwheels, use wheel handlingequipment adequate for theweight involved.

Keep RidersOff Machinery▲ Riders obstruct the operator’s

view, they could be struck byforeign objects or thrown from themachine.

▲ Never allow children to operateequipment.

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Safety LabelsYour Grooming Mower comes equipped with all safetylabels in place. They were designed to help you safelyoperate your implement. Read and follow their directions.

1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.2. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new

labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer or visit ourdealer locator at landpride.com.

3. Some new equipment installed during repair requiressafety labels to be affixed to the replaced component asspecified by Land Pride. When ordering new componentsmake sure the correct safety labels are included in therequest.

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4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.To install new labels:a. Clean the area the label is to be placed.

b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is tobe placed.

c. Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface.

d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.

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818-130CCaution

818-229CAmber Reflector

818-230CRed Reflector

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818-556CDanger: Thrown Object

818-555CDanger: Rotating Blade

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818-237CCaution: V-Belt

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818-540CDanger: Guard Missing

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818-552CDanger:Rotating Driveline

ROTATING DRIVELINE

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IntroductionTable of Contents

Introduction

Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of newproduct owners.

This Grooming Mower has been designed with care andbuilt by skilled workers using quality materials. Properassembly, maintenance and safe operating practices willhelp you get years of satisfactory use from the machine.

ApplicationThe Land Pride FDR3590 Rear Discharge GroomingMowers are designed and built to provide highproductivity and excellent cutting quality on well-maintained lawn and turf surfaces. These mowers areadapted for category 1 attachment and operation on25-60 hp utility tractors. The 90" rear discharge cuttingdecks and highly durable construction makes it wellsuited to meet the mowing needs of large estate owners,golf courses, theme parks, municipalities, ranchers,horse breeders, and commercial mowing and landscapeoperations. The rear discharge cutting deck will provide asuperb quality of cut and superior clipping distributionwhen grass is cut on a frequent basis and groundconditions are not wet.

See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 23 and“Features & Benefits” on page 25 for additionalinformation and performance enhancing options.

Using This Manual• This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize

you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments,troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manualand follow the recommendations to help ensure safeand efficient operation.

• The information contained within this manual wascurrent at the time of printing. Some parts may changeslightly to assure you of the best performance.

• To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual contactyour authorized dealer. Manuals can also bedownloaded, free-of-charge from our website atwww.landpride.com.

Terminology“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined byfacing the direction the machine will operate while in useunless otherwise stated.

Definitions

Owner AssistanceThe Warranty Registration card should be filled out bythe dealer at the time of purchase. This information isnecessary to provide you with quality customer service.

IMPORTANT: A special point of information relatedto the following topic. Land Pride’s intention is thisinformation must be read & noted before continuing.

NOTE: A special point of information that theoperator should be aware of before continuing.

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If customer service or repair parts are required contact aLand Pride dealer. A dealer has trained personnel, repairparts and equipment needed to service the GroomingMower.

The parts on your Grooming Mower have been speciallydesigned and should only be replaced with genuine LandPride parts. Therefore, should your Grooming Mowerrequire replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer.

Serial NumberModel No. _____________Serial No. _______________

For quick reference and prompt service, record modelnumber and serial number in the spaces provided aboveand again on warranty page 29. Always provide modelnumber and serial number when ordering parts and in allcorrespondences with your Land Pride dealer. Refer toFigure 1 for location of your serial number plate.

Serial Number Plate LocationFigure 1

Further AssistanceYour dealer wants you to be satisfied with your newGrooming Mower. If for any reason you do notunderstand any part of this manual or are not satisfiedwith the service received, the following actions aresuggested:

1. Discuss the matter with your dealership servicemanager making sure he is aware of any problemsyou may have and that he has had the opportunity toassist you.

2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner orgeneral manager of the dealership, explain theproblem and request assistance.

3. For further assistance write to:

Land Pride Service Department1525 East North Street

P.O. Box 5060Salina, Ks. 67402-5060

E-mail [email protected]

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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up

Tractor RequirementsTractor horsepower rating should be between 25 and 60horsepower. Tractors outside this horsepower rangemust not be used.

The rear power take-off (PTO) speed must be capable540 RPM and have a 1 3/8”-6 spline.

A 3-Point Category I hitch is required. The lower 3-Pointarms must be stabilized to prevent side-to-sidemovement. Most tractors have sway blocks or adjustablechains for this purpose.

The tractor MUST be equipped with protectiveequipment designed to shield the operator from thrownobjects and from tractor roll over. An enclosed tractor cabwith a Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) mayqualify. See tractor’s manual for type of protection yourtractor has.

Dealer PreparationsThis Grooming Mower has been partially assembled atthe factory. Some assembly and preparation are stillrequired before the mower is ready for operation and canbe attached to the customer tractor.

Make sure that the intended tractor conforms to theTractor Requirements stated above. Also, read andunderstand the Operator’s Manual for the GroomingMower. An understanding of how it works will aid in its’assembly and setup.

Go through the Pre-Assembly Checklist beforeassembling the mower. To speed up your assembly taskand make the job safer, have all needed parts andequipment readily at hand.

Vented Dipstick InstallationRefer to Figure 1-1:

A vented dipstick for the gearbox is included in a bag withthe manual. See your nearest Land Pride Dealer ifdipstick is missing. Remove temporary gas plug from topof splitter gearbox and replace with supplied dipstick.

NOTE: The tractor may need additional ballast tomaintain steering control. See tractor’s Operator’sManual to determine if additional ballast is required.

IMPORTANT: This mower is shipped with a gasplug in the gear box to prevent loss of oil duringshipping and handling. This plug must be replacedwith a vented dipstick before operating the mower.


Pre-Assembly Checklist

Installation of Vented DipstickFigure 1-1

Check ReferenceMake sure miscellaneous assembly tools are on hand: Hammer,tape measure, hacksaw, assortment of wrenches & sockets,3/8" drill, drill bits and spirit level.

Have a forklift or hoist with properly sized chains and safetystands on hand capable of lifting 2500 lbs.

Have a minimum of two people available during assembly.

Check to see if auxiliary tractor weights are needed.See Specifications on page 23 for mower weight.

Make sure all major components and loose partsare shipped with the machine.

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Double check to make sure all fasteners & pinsare installed in the correct location. Refer to theParts Manual if unsure.

NOTE: All assembled hardware from the factoryhas been installed in the correct location.Remember location of a part or fastener ifremoved. Keep parts separated.

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Make sure working parts move freely, bolts aretight & cotter pins are spread.

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Make sure all grease fittings are in place andlubricated.

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Make sure all safety labels are correctly locatedand legible. Replace if damaged.

ImportantSafetyInformation

Make sure all red and amber reflectors arecorrectly located and visible when machine is intransport position.

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Oil LevelPlug

RemoveGas Plug

InstallVented Dipstick

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Upper Hitch ArmsRefer to Figure 1-2:1. Remove upper pivoting hitch subassembly (#3),

upper hitch bars (#1) and upper hitch braces (#2)from storage position on top of mower deck.

2. Bolt upper hitch braces (#2) inside of mounting tabsat the back of the deck using 5/8"-18 x 1 1/2” GR5bolts (#4), lock washers (#5), and hex nuts (#6).

3. Mount upper hitch bars (#1), to the inside of the fronthitch plates using 5/8"-18 x 1 3/4" GR5 bolts (#7),lock washers (#5) and hex nuts (#6).

4. Remove bolt (#8), lock washer (#10), and hexnut (#11) from upper pivoting hitch subassembly.

5. Swing upper hitch bars (#1) up to a vertical positionand upper hitch braces (#2) up inside the upper hitchbars until their holes align as shown.

6. Assemble upper pivoting hitch (#3), top hitchspacer (#9), 5/8" x 5" long bolt (#8), lock washer(#10), and hex nut (#11) as shown.

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Upper Hitch ArmFigure

7. Tighten all installed 5/8” nuts to proper torque. See“Torque Values Chart” on page 27.

Gauge WheelsRefer to Figure 1-2:1. Remove 1/2”-13 x 1 1/4” GR5 bolts (#16) securing

gauge wheel arms (#12) and turn gauge wheel arms180 degrees as shown. Replace bolts and retightento proper torque per Torque Values Chart forCommon Bolt Sizes onpage 27.

2. Provided for each gauge wheel (#13) are two 1/4”spacers, two 1/2” spacers and two 1” spacers. Placean equal number and size of spacers (#14) on all fourgauge wheels (#13) at the desired cutting height.

3. Insert gauge wheels in gauge wheel arms (#12).Install remaining spacers on the gauge wheels.

4. Secure gauge wheels with linchpins (#15).


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Tractor Hook-Up

! DANGERA Crushing Hazard exists when hooking-up equipment to atractor. Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor andimplement while backing-up to implement. Do not operatehydraulic 3-point lift controls while someone is directlybehind the tractor or near the implement.

The lower 3-Point arms of the 3-Point hitch must bestabilized to prevent side-to-side movement. Mosttractors have sway blocks or adjustable chains for thispurpose.

1. Be certain tractor draw bar will not interfere. Movedraw bar ahead or remove if required. Draw barshould also be checked for clearance when unit isbeing lowered for the first time.

2. Align lower link arms of tractor with hitch clevises onmower. Insert lower hitch pins into lower ball swivelsand secure with linchpins.

3. Attach tractor top link to upper floating hitch onmower with supplied pin. Secure with hairpin cotter.

Refer to Figure 1-3:4. To allow mower flotation, adjust tractor top link in or

out to place upper hitch pin vertically above the lowerhitch pins as shown.

Tractor Hook-UpFigure 1-3

Driveline Installation

! DANGERDo not engage tractor PTO while hooking-up and unhookingdriveline or stand near a rotating driveline. A person’s bodyand/or clothing can become entangled in the drivelineresulting in serious injury or death.

! CAUTIONDo not use a PTO adaptor with a quick hitch. A PTO adapterwill increase strain on the tractor’s PTO shaft resulting inpossible damage to the shaft and driveline.

An additional driveline may be required if GroomingMower is attached to more than one tractor.

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Upper Floating Hitch

Lower Hitch Clevis

Gauge Wheel


Maximum PTO driveline Movement During OperationFigure 1-4

Check Collapsible LengthRefer to Figure 1-5 on page 11:

1. Park tractor on a level surface. Slowly engage tractor3-point lift lever to raise mower until gearbox shaft isin line (level) with tractor PTO shaft.

2. Support mower deck at this height with support jacksor blocks to keep mower from drifting down.

3. Place gear selector in park, set park brake, shuttractor off and remove switch key.

4. Slide inner driveline universal joint with long coneshield over mower gearbox shaft. Secure drivelinewith yoke locking device.

5. Slide outer driveline universal joint with short coneshield over tractor PTO shaft. Secure driveline withyoke locking device.

IMPORTANT: The driveline must be lubricatedbefore putting it into service. Refer to “Lubrication”on page 21.

IMPORTANT: Some tractors are equipped withmulti-speed PTO ranges. Be certain your tractor ‘sPTO is set for 540 rpm.

IMPORTANT: Avoid premature drivelinebreakdown. A driveline that is operating must notexceed an angle of 25 degrees up or down whileoperating 3-point lift. See Figure 1-4 below. Ifneeded, set tractor 3-point hitch lift height so that thedriveline does not exceed 25o up.

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IMPORTANT: A driveline that is too long will bottomout causing structural damage to the tractor andmower.

Always check driveline collapsible length duringinitial setup, when connecting to a different tractorand when alternating between a quick hitch and astandard 3-point hitch. More than one driveline maybe required to fit all applications.

Be sure to align gearbox input shaft level with tractorPTO shaft before checking driveline length.

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Check Collapsible LengthFigure 1-5

6. Skip to “Check Maximum Allowable Length” below ifdriveline fits between tractor and implement.

7. Shorten driveline if it does not properly fit betweentractor and mower:

a. Un-hook driveline from tractor PTO shaft andgearbox shaft.

b. Raise 3-point arms until mower gearbox shaft andtractor PTO shaft are approximately level witheach other.

c. Support mower deck at this height with supportjacks or support blocks to keep PTO and gearboxshafts level while shorting the driveline.

d. Place gear selector in park, set park brake, shuttractor off and remove switch key.

e. Pull driveline apart as shown in Figure 1-5. Attachouter driveline universal joint to tractor PTO shaftand inner driveline universal joint to mowergearbox shaft. Pull on each driveline section to besure universal joints are properly secured.

f. Hold driveline sections parallel to each other. Theinner and outer shields on each section shouldend approximately 1" short of reaching universaljoint shield on the adjacent section (see “B”dimensions).

g. If driveline sections are too long, measure 1"(“B” dimension) back from universal joint shieldand make a mark at this location on the inner andouter driveline shields.

h. Cut-off inner driveline shield at measured mark(“X” dimension). Cut same amount off innerdriveline profile (“X1” dimension).

i. Repeat cut-off procedure (“Y” & “Y1” dimensions)on the outer driveline section.

j. Remove all burrs and cuttings.

Check Maximum Allowable LengthRefer to Figure 1-6:Make sure driveline collapsible length is checked first.See “Check Collapsible Length” on page 10.

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The driveline maximum length must, when fullyextended, have a minimum overlap of the profile tubes bynot less than 1/3 the free length with both inner and outerprofile tubes being of equal length.

1. Apply multi-purpose grease to the inside of the outershaft and reassemble the driveline.

2. Assemble driveline profiles together with just 1/3overlapping of profile tubes as shown in Figure 1-6.Measure and record this overall length for checkingmaximum allowable length in step 9 below.

Check Maximum Allowable LengthFigure 1-6

3. Attach inner driveline yoke to mower gearbox shaft.Attach outer driveline yoke to the tractor's PTO shaft.

4. Move yoke ends of driveline back and forth to insurethey are secured to the tractor and mower shafts.Reattach any end that is loose.

5. Hook driveline safety chain on the tractor end ofdriveline to the tractor. Re-latch safety chain to thedriveline shield.

6. Hook driveline safety chain on the mower end ofdriveline to the mower frame. Re-latch safety chain tothe driveline shield.

7. Start tractor and raise Grooming Mower just enoughto remove blocks.

8. Slowly engage tractor hydraulic 3-point control leverto lower Grooming Mower. Check for sufficientdrawbar clearance. Move drawbar ahead, aside orremove if required.

9. Raise and lower implement to find maximumextended driveline length. Check to make certainthat the driveline overall length does not exceed themaximum recorded length in step 2 above.

10. If needed, set tractor 3-point lift height to keepdriveline from exceeding maximum allowable length.

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Outer Shielding has been removed for clarity.

IMPORTANT: Small chains are supplied with thedriveline. They must be attached to the inner andouter driveline shields and to the Grooming Mowerand tractor to restrict shield rotation.


Section 2: Accessories & Set-upTable of Contents

Section 2: Accessories & Set-up

Accessory Equipment

Anti-Scalping Front RollerRefer to Figure 2-1:1. Insert 4 x 10 roller wheel (#5) and spacer tubes (#4)

between mounting bracket flanges as shown.

2. Install front roller shaft (#2) through bracket flanges,spacers and roller.

3. Secure roller shaft with 3/8”-16 x 1” GR5 hex headcap screw (#1) and lock nut (#3). Tighten lock nut toproper torque. See “Torque Values Chart” onpage 27.

Front Roller AssemblyFigure 2-1

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Cutting BladesThere are four blade choices to select from depending onsoil condition, density of grass, and tractor horsepower.The appearance of the finish cut may vary between lowlift and high lift blades. See your Land Pride dealer forblade availability.

Low Lift BladesLand Pride’s low lift blades are designed for mowing oversandy soil terrain where high suction lift is not crucial.Sand sucked into the blades accelerates blade wear.Low lift blades are recommended because they producea lower suction keeping sand uplift and blade wear to aminimum.

Medium Lift Blades (Factory Standard)Land Pride’s medium lift blades are great whenhorsepower is a concern. They produce a mediumsuction to lift grass and require less horsepower thanhigh lift blades.

High Lift BladesLand Pride’s high lift blades develop the greatest suctionfor lifting grass before cutting for that fresh clean cut look.However, they may require more horsepower especiallywhen cutting tall dense grass. They are notrecommended for sandy soil conditions.

Mulching BladesLand Pride’s mulching blades are designed to chopleaves and/or grass into smaller parts leaving your lawnlooking fresher and cleaner than ever before.

Accessory Part Numbers

See your Land Pride dealer for blade availability.

Land Pride All-Flex Mower AccessoriesPart No. Part Description

Front Roller310-233A FDR3590 Front Roller

Low Lift Blades (3 blades needed)890-205A Mower Blade 5/16 x 31 17/32 SD LL CW

Medium Lift Blades (3 blades needed)890-533C Mower Blade 5/16 x 31 17/32 SD ML CW

High Lift Blades (3 blades needed)890-223C Mower Blade 5/16 x 31 17/32 SD HL CW

Mulching Blades (3 blades needed)890-704C Mower Blade 1/46 x 31 17/32 SD CW

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Section 3: Operating InstructionsTable of Contents

Section 3: Operating Instructions

Operating CheckHazard control and accident prevention are dependentupon the awareness, concern, prudence and propertraining involved in the operation, transport, maintenanceand storage of the Grooming Mower. Therefore, it isabsolutely essential that no one operates the mowerwithout first having read, fully understood and becometotally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make sure theoperator has paid particular attention to:

• Important Safety Information, page 1

• Section 1: Assembly and Set-up, page 8

• Section 2: Accessories & Set-up, page 12

• Section 3: Operating Instructions, page 13

• Section 4: Adjustments, page 16

• Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication, page 18

Tractor Shut Down ProcedureIt is essential that the tractor be shut down as notedbelow before making any inspections, maintenanceand/or repairs to the tractor and/or mower.

1. Park tractor on a level surface. Don’t work under oraround an implement parked on a steep incline.

2. Disengage PTO if operating.

3. Place tractor in park and set park brake, shut tractoroff and remove switch key. Wait for PTO to come to acomplete stop before dismounting tractor.

4. Wear safety glasses to make inspections andperform maintenance.

Pre-Start ChecklistMake sure operator has completed the OperatingChecklist below.

Operating Checklist

✔ Check Page No.

Read and follow all Safety Information carefully.Refer to “Important Safety Information”.

Page 1

Read and follow hook-up & preparationinstructions. Refer to “Assembly & Set-up”.

Page 8

Make sure all guards and shields are in place andin good working condition.

Make all necessary adjustments.Refer to section on “Adjustments”.

Page 16

Read and follow all Maintenance Instructions.Refer to “Maintenance & Lubrication”.

Page 18

Lubricate mower as required. Refer to “Lubrication”. Page 21

Check oil level in gearbox. Make certain all oil plugsare properly replaced. Refer to “Gearbox”.

Page 22

Check mower initially and periodically for loosebolts and pins. Be sure all nuts and bolts aretight. Especially make sure mower bladebolts are tight. Refer to “Torque Values Chart forCommon Bolt Sizes”.

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Inspection Procedures

! DANGERDo not engage tractor PTO while hooking-up and unhookingthe driveline or stand near a rotating driveline. A person’sbody and/or clothing can become entangled in the drivelineresulting in serious injury or death.

! CAUTIONAlways disengage PTO, engage parking brake, shut tractorengine off, remove switch key and wait for blades to come acomplete stop before dismounting from tractor.

1. Park tractor and mower on a level surface.

2. Make sure tractor PTO is disengaged and mowerblades have come to a complete stop.

3. Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is ingood working condition.

4. Carefully raise and lower implement to ensuredrawbar, tires, and other equipment on the tractor donot contact the mower or driveline.

5. With PTO disengaged and driveline completelystopped, check mower blades for sharpness. See“Service Mowing Blades” on page 18.

The remaining inspections are made by engaging thePTO to check for normal operation.

! CAUTIONTractor PTO shield and all Grooming Mower guards must bein place at all times during operation!

6. Start tractor, set throttle to an idle or slightly aboveidle and slowly engage PTO. Initial start-up vibrationis normal and should stop after a few revolutions.Stop PTO rotation immediately if vibration continues.

7. Once mower is running smoothly, increase tractorPTO speed to the appropriate rpm. Stop PTOrotation immediately if vibration occurs.

8. Investigate the cause of vibration. Make necessarycorrections before continuing.

IMPORTANT: Stop PTO immediately if vibrationcontinues after a few revolutions during start-up andanytime it occurs thereafter. Wait for PTO to come toa complete stop before dismounting from tractor tocheck for probable causes. Make necessary repairsand adjustments before continuing on.

IMPORTANT: Do not exceed the mower’s ratedPTO speed. Excessive engine speed will damagethe power train components.



Transporting

! CAUTIONWhen traveling on public roads, whether at night or during theday, use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning tooperators of other vehicles. Comply with all Federal, State,and local laws.

1. When raising mower to transport position, be suredriveline does not contact tractor or mower. Adjustand set tractor’s 3-point hitch lift height so that thePTO shaft does not contact mower deck in the fullyraised position.

2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turningand leave enough clearance so the mower does notcontact obstacles such as buildings, trees or fences.

3. Select a safe ground speed when transporting fromone area to another.

4. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a waythat faster moving vehicles may pass you safely. Aslow moving vehicle sign should always be properlydisplayed when traveling on public roads or right-ofways.

5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling overrough or hilly terrain.

Mowing Instructions

! DANGERGearbox and driveline shields must be secured in place whenoperating the mower to avoid injury or death fromentanglement in rotating drivelines.

! DANGERDo not engage tractor PTO while hooking-up and unhookingthe driveline or while someone is standing near the driveline.A person’s body and/or clothing can become entangled in thedriveline resulting in serious injury or death.

! DANGERDo not operate a broken or bent driveline. Such a drivelinecan brake apart while rotating at high speeds causing seriousinjury or death. Always remove Grooming Mower from serviceuntil damaged driveline is repaired or replaced.

! DANGERDo not operate and/or travel across steep inclines where atractor can roll-over resulting in serious injury or death.Consult your tractor’s manual for acceptable inclines thetractor is capable of traveling across.

NOTE: Always disengage PTO before raising mowerto transport position.


! DANGERNever carry a person on the mower. A rider can fall and be ranover by the mower or tractor causing serious injury or death.

! DANGERDo not use mower to lift or carry objects. Lifting and/orcarrying objects can result in damage to the mower, seriousbodily injury or death.

! DANGERNever operate the mower in the raised position. The mowercan discharge object at high speeds resulting in injury ordeath.

! DANGERDo not use deck as a working platform. The deck is notproperly designed or guarded for this use. Using deck as aworking platform can cause serious injury or death.

! DANGERDo not use deck as a fan. Cutting blades are not properlydesigned or guarded for this use. Using the deck as a fan canresult in injury or death.

! WARNINGAlways disengage PTO, engage parking brake, shut tractorengine off, remove switch key and wait for blades to come acomplete stop before dismounting from tractor.

! CAUTIONDo not over speed PTO or machine damage may result. Thismower is designed to be used only with a tractor having a 540RPM rear PTO.

1. Clear the area to be mowed of rocks, branches andother foreign objects that might be picked up andthrown by the mower blades. Mark any potentialhazards that can’t be cleared.

2. Lower mower to ground. Set tractor throttle at idle.Engage PTO to start blades rotating.

IMPORTANT: Do not exceed rated PTO speed ofmower. Excessive engine speed will cause damageto the power train components.

IMPORTANT: Stop PTO rotation immediately ifvibration occurs during operation. Wait for mower tocome to a complete stop. Follow all tractor shutdown procedures before dismounting from thetractor to check for probable causes.

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3. At first, begin mowing in a low gear and shift up untilthe desired speed is achieved - always maintain540 PTO rpm regardless of gear selection. Mowerblades will cut better at a faster blade speed than atreduced throttle.

4. After mowing the first 50 feet, stop and check to seethat the mower is adjusted properly.

5. Do not make sharp turns or attempt to back up whilemower is on the ground.

6. Do not engage PTO with mower in the fully raisedposition. Do not engage or disengage PTO at fullthrottle.

7. Grass is best cut when it is dry. Mowing wet grasscan cause plugging resulting in grass clumps behindthe mower.

8. Grass should be mowed frequently as shorterclippings deteriorate faster.

9. If mowing extremely tall grass, it is best to raisecutting height and mow the area, then lower cuttingheight and mow a second time at the desired height.

10. Periodically check for foreign objects wrappedaround the mower blades. Remove foreign objectsonly after following “Tractor Shut DownProcedure” on page 13.

11. Frequently inspect the mower for loose bolts andnuts. Tighten all loose bolts and nuts as indicated inthe “Torque Values Chart” page 27.

Un-hooking the MowerThe following steps should be done when un-hooking theGrooming Mower from the tractor.

1. Park on a level solid surface.

2. Shut tractor engine off and engage parking brake.

3. Lower deck to level ground or onto blocks supportingthe deck just above ground level.

4. Follow all tractor shut down procedures outlined onpage 13 before dismounting from the tractor.

5. Unhitch Grooming Mower from tractor.

6. See “Storage Instructions” on page 20 if mower isnot going to be used for a long time.

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General Operating InstructionsBy now you should have thoroughly read your FDRGrooming Mower Operator’s Manual, properly attachedyour Land Pride FDR3590 to your tractor, and reviewedthe operating checklist. You should have also inspectedthe area where you intend to mow and cleared it of safetyhazards and foreign objects. If you have not yetcompleted all of these functions, it is an absolute mustthat you do so now before proceeding.

Now that you are properly briefed and prepared, its timeto start the tractor and move to your starting point. Whentransporting to your mowing site, select a safe groundtransport speed. When traveling on roadways, transportin such a manner that faster moving vehicles can easilysee you and pass you safely. When travelling over roughand hilly terrain, reduce your speed and avoid quick orsharp steering corrections. Take extra care to insure thatthe mower doesn’t come into contact with obstacles suchas trees, buildings or fences.

When you have arrived at the mowing site, start thetractor, raise the deck to make sure that everything isproperly attached and that the driveline is not in a bind orin contact with the mounting frame. Also make sure thetractor tires aren’t in contact with the deck. With the deckstill in the raised position, proceed to your starting pointand lower your deck to the ground in mowing position.Reduce your tractor engine rpm to idle and engage PTO.Gradually raise tractor engine rpm to achieve the540-rpm PTO speed. Now begin mowing at a groundspeed of approximately 4-5 mph.

The proper mowing speed will ultimately be determinedby ground conditions, desired finish, common sense, andgood safe mowing practices by the operator. Grass isbest cut when it is dry. Mowing in wet grass can causeplugging resulting in grass clumps behind the mower.Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter clippingsdeteriorate faster. When mowing in tall grass it is best toraise the cutting height, mow the area, then lower thecutting height, and mow a second time.

After mowing approximately 50 ft., stop the tractor,disengage the PTO, set the brake, turn off the engine,remove the key, and dismount the tractor to see if themower is adjusted properly. If you need to dismount thetractor on a hill or incline to inspect, adjust, or park themower for any reason, place wheel chocks under the reartires for added safety. Once you have made necessaryadjustments, you may continue mowing. Do not engagethe PTO at high engine rpm and avoid making sharpturns if at all possible. If some one approaches while youare mowing, disengage the PTO and stop the tractor.

With a little practice and experience you will become verygood at operating your Land Pride FDR3590 RearDischarge Grooming Mower. Always remember thatthere is no substitute for proper maintenance and goodsafe operating practices.

See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 23 and“Features & Benefits” on page 25 for additionalinformation and performance enhancing options.


Section 4: AdjustmentsTable of Contents

Section 4: Adjustments

Leveling the Mower

1. Set lower hitches and upper floating hitch, as shownbelow in Figure 4-1.

2. Start tractor and raise mower while watching tractordraw bar (if not removed) to make sure it does notinterfere with driveline and mower.

3. Slowly lower mower until gauge wheels touch theground and the lower mower 3-point hitch bars areparallel to the ground in floating position. Set tractor3-point stop.

4. Set park brake, turn off tractor and remove key.

5. Rotate blades parallel to direction of travel as shownin Figure 4-2 below.

6. Measure clearance from the blade cutting edge tothe ground at the front and rear of the mower. Thesetwo measurements should be equal or the blade atthe front should not be more than 1/2" lower than theblade at the rear. The rear blade should not be lowerthan the front blade.

3-Point HitchFigure 4-1

NOTE: Tractor & mower should be on level ground.

15948Upper Floating Hitch

Lower Hitches

Gauge Wheel Spacers

Gauge Wheel

Linchpin Spindle Tube


Cutting Height AdjustmentRefer to Figure 4-1:

! CAUTIONEngage parking brake, shut off tractor, remove key anddisengage PTO before making any height adjustments!

1. Using the tractor, raise mower off the ground andsupport under it with secure blocking to keep themower from drifting down during maintenance.

2. Holding wheel and yoke assembly up, removequick-lock pin from top of gauge wheel spindle.

3. Position 1” spacers, 1/2” spacer and 1/4” spacers asrequired. All spacers on top of spindle tube allows forapproximately 3/4" cutting height. Adjustmentsrange from 3/4" to a maximum of 3-1/4" in 1/4"increments.

For a guide on measuring cutting height refer toCutting Height Chart below.

3-Point Hitch AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 4-1:The 3-point hitch system on this mower has beendesigned for front to back flotation when mowing onuneven terrain. Adjust tractor’s top link to place the upperhitch pin vertically above the lower hitch pins as shown.

Cutting Height Chart

A B

5 5/8" 3/4"

6 1/8" 1 1/4"

7 1/8" 2 1/4"

8 1/8" 3 1/4"

9 1/8" 4 1/4"

10 1/8" 5 1/4"

Cutting HeightFigure 4-2

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Section 4: AdjustmentsTable of Contents

Belt TensionRefer to Figure 4-3:

! WARNINGExcessive tension on the belt may shorten the useful life of beltand drive components. Excessive tension on the belt may alsolead to a safety hazard to the operator or bystanders.

! CAUTIONBelt drive system under spring tension; use care to avoidbodily harm!

1. To check tension, apply force at arrow A with atension tester and deflect belt 1/4". The forcerequired to get this deflection should range from7 to 10 lbs.

2. To adjust belt tension, adjust eyebolt (#1), asnecessary. This adjustment will increase or decreasetension on spring (#2).

3. Excessive tension on the belt may lead to prematurefailure of belt and drive components. Excessive belttension may also be a safety hazard to the operatoror bystanders. Not enough tension on the belt maylead to premature failure of the belt due to excessiveslipping.

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Belt TensionFigure 4-3

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Section 5: Maintenance and LubricationTable of Contents

Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication

MaintenanceProper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long lifeof any implement. With careful and systematicinspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, time andrepair.

! CAUTIONFor safety reasons, each maintenance operation must beperformed with tractor’s PTO disengaged, mower loweredcompletely to the ground or on safely supported blocking,tractor in park or park brakes set, tractor engine shut off andkey removed.

• Check all hardware for tightness and drive belt tensionbefore using the mower. Refer to Belt Tension in the“Adjustment” section on page 17.

• After using the mower for several hours, recheck allbolts to be sure they are tight and drive belt tension.

• Lubricate items as listed under Lubrication, thissection, starting on page 21.

• Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety labels byobtaining new labels from your Land Pride Dealer.Information about labels is located under Safety Labels inthe “Important Safety Information” section starting onpage 1.


Inspection of BlFigu

Service Mowing BladesBlade InspectionRefer to Figure 5-1:• Check blades for wear. Blade performance will be

reduced as blades wear and are resharpened.

• Check blades to see if they are bent, deformed or split.DO NOT attempt to straighten or weld blades for reuse.They should be removed and discarded.

! DANGERBent, Deformed or Split Blades should be removed from unitand discarded. Never weld a broken or cracked blade. DONOT attempt to straighten to reuse such blades. ALWAYSreplace with a new Land Pride blade to assure safety.

! WARNINGDO NOT attempt to modify blade, such as hard surfacing, heator cold treating or by any other method.

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Blade Removal And Installation

! CAUTIONDepending on blade rotation, bolts attaching mower blades totheir respective spindles may be either left hand or right hand.Prevent spindle and/or bolt damage by knowing which handthe threads are before removing and/or tightening any blademounting bolts.

Refer to Figure 5-2 & Figure 5-2:1. Verify blade rotation and bolt thread type (right hand

or left hand) before loosening center blade bolts andremoving blade to be sharpened or replaced. TheFDR3590 is equipped with right hand threaded centerblade bolts.

Blade PlacementFigure 5-2

Refer to Figure 5-3:2. Remove blades by grasping the blade end with a rag

or thick padded glove while loosening the blademounting bolt.

3. Remove center blade bolt (#4) and two outside bladebar bolts from the bottom of the blade to be replaced.

IMPORTANT: Center blade bolts have right handthreads.

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Blades Rotation: CW / Center Blade Bolt: R.H Threads

IMPORTANT: Replace blades with Land Prideblades only.

IMPORTANT: Always install blades with cuttingedge facing direction of blade spindle rotation andwith wing tips pointing up towards bottom of deck.

IMPORTANT: See Figure 5-3. Loctite is not requiredif blade (#1) is removed without removing blade bar(#2). However, If blade bar (#2) is removed fromspindle shaft (#3), then apply loctite 243 to spindleshaft threads and to center bolt threads (#4).

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4. Reinstall blade, blade washer and bolt. Care shouldbe taken when installing the blade bolt to not get itcross threaded and to know if the bolt is right hand orleft hand. Do not exceed 55 ft.-lbs. of torque on bolt.

5. Reinstall the two outside bolts. Tighten to correcttorque listed in the Torque Values Chart in the“Appendix” section on page 27.

Blade & Blade Bar RemovalFigure 5-3

Blade Sharpening or Replacement

! CAUTIONALWAYS wear eye protection and gloves when sharpening ablade.

1. If the blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should bereplaced or sharpened. Remove blades by graspingthe end of blade using a rag or a thick, padded glove,while loosening and removing the blade mountingbolt/bolts.

Refer to Figure 5-4:

2. Clean blade, blade washer and mounting surface ofall debris before replacing or sharpening. Grindcutting edge at the same bevel as the original. SeeFigure 5-4. Sharpen only the top of the cutting edgeto maintain sharpness.

Blade SharpeningFigure 5-4

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IMPORTANT: Replace with Land Pride blades only.

NOTE: Care should be taken in order not to removeany more material than necessary to sharpen blade.

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Refer to Figure 5-5:3. Check blade balance by positioning the blade

horizontally on a nail or shaft through the center hole.If either end of the blade rotates downward, grind(remove) metal on that end until the blade willbalance. The blade is properly balanced whenneither end drops. Balance of a blade is generallymaintained by removing an equal amount of materialfrom each end of the blade when sharpening.

Blade BalancingFigure 5-5

4. Mount blade with wing tips pointing up towardsbottom of deck. Reinstall blade, blade washer andbolt. Care should be taken when installing blade boltnot to get it cross threaded. Do not exceed 55 ft.-lbs.of torque on bolt.

V-Belt InstallationFigure 5-6

V-Belt InstallationRefer to Figure 5-6:This illustration is also on the label located on the top ofthe mower deck.

1. Remove right hand and left hand belt covers.

2. Disengage belt tension by loosening eyebolt (#1)and removing spring (#2) from the tension-chainlink (#3).

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HORIZONTAL

IMPORTANT: Always install blade with the cuttingedge facing direction of rotation.

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3. With tension relieved from belt remove old belt frompulleys.

4. To install a new belt be sure belt is positioned in allthe pulley grooves. Engage belt tension byassembling the tension spring back on the eyeboltand tightening eyebolt to apply tension to the newbelt. Check belt tension, refer to Figure 4-3 onpage 17.

5. Reinstall all belt covers and secure in place withhardware.

Storage InstructionsClean, inspect, service and make necessary repairs tothe Grooming Mower when parking it for long periodsand when parking it at the end of a working season. Thiswill help ensure that the mower is ready for field use thenext time you hook-up to it.

1. Clean off any dirt or grease that may haveaccumulated on the deck and moving parts. Scrapeoff compacted dirt from the bottom of the deck andthen wash the surface thoroughly with a garden hose.A coating of oil may also be applied to the lower deckarea to minimize oxidation.

2. Check blades and blade bolts for wear and replace ifnecessary. See “Service Mowing Blades” onpage 18.

3. Inspect mower for loose, damaged or worn parts andadjust or replace as needed.

4. Replace all damaged or missing decals.

5. Lubricate as noted in the Lubrication portion of thissection starting on page 21.

6. Store mower on a level surface in a clean, dry place.Inside storage will reduce maintenance and make fora longer mower life.

7. Store driveline end off the ground by rotating theupper center pivot hitch up and hanger hook down.Place driveline in hook.

8. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched toprevent rust. Ask your dealer for Aerosol Land Pridetouch-up paint.

9. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched toprevent rust. Ask your dealer for Aerosol Land Pridetouch-up paint. They are also available in touch-upbottles with brush, quarts and gallon sizes by addingTU, QT or GL to the end of the Aerosol part number.

Land Pride Aerosol Touch-up PaintPart No. Part Description

821-011C PAINT LP BEIGE AEROSOL SPRAY CAN821-002C PAINT LP BLACK AEROSOL SPRAY CAN821-066C PAINT ORANGE AEROSOL SPRAY CAN

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Lubrication

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50Multi-purposespray lube

Multi-purposegrease lube

Intervals in hoursat which lubricationis required

LubricationLegend

Multi-purposeoil lube

25Hours

24871

24871

24873

Driveline Shaft U-Joints

Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease

Quantity - 4 to 8 Pumps

20Hours

Inner Tube Bearings


Quantity - As Required

20Hours

Driveline Profiles


Quantity - Clean & coat inner profile tube of driveline witha light film of grease and then reassemble.


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30215Do Not Overfill

IMPORTANT: Your mower is shipped with a venteddipstick packaged in the Operator’s Manual bag andshould have been installed in the gearbox by yourLand Pride dealer. Please see your Land Pride dealerif vented dipstick was not included.

AsRequired

Gearbox

Method 1: Unscrew top vented dipstick (#1). Wipe oil fromdipstick and screw dipstick in without tightening. Unscrewdipstick and check oil on dipstick. If below bottom levelmark, add recommended gear lube through dipstick holeuntil oil reaches top mark on dipstick. Reinstall venteddipstick and tighten.

Method 2: Remove side oil plug (#2). If oil is below bottomof plug hole, add recommended gear lube through topdipstick hole until oil flows out of side plug hole. Reinstalland tighten side oil plug (#2) and vented dipstick (#1).

Type of Lubrication: 80-90W EP Gear Lube

Quantity = Fill until oil reaches top mark on dipstick orbegins to flows out side plug hole in gearbox.

NOTE: Do not overfill! Unit should be level whenchecking oil. Oil expands when hot, therefore, alwayscheck oil level when cold.

25Hours

Wheel Support Bushings & Wheel Bearings


25Hours

Bearing in Blade Spindle Hubs


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Section 6: Specifications & CapacitiesTable of Contents

Section 6: Specifications & Capacities

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FDR3590 Rear Discharge MowerFDR3590

Maximum Engine HP. 60 HP.

Cutting Width 90"

Overall Width 92 3/4”

Height 36 1/4”

Length 82 1/2”

Weight (Semi-Solid Tires) 1026 lbs.

Cutting Height (1/2” increments) 3/4” to 5 1/4”

Deck Material Thickness 3/16”

Blade Tip Speed 18,500 F.P.M.

Blade Construction -3 ea. 5/16” x 2 1/2” x 31 1/2” Medium lift - Hardened

Blade Options Standard Blades: Medium LiftOptional Blades: Low Lift, High Lift & Mulching

Blade Overlap 2 1/4”

Blade Spindles Cast Iron Greasable hubs: 1 3/8”

Discharge Rear

Hitch Category l,Lower Hitch: Floating Clevis with Plated PinsTop Link: Floating Clevis

Lower Hitch Floating Clevis with Plated Pins

Top Link Floating Clevis

Castered Gauge Wheels 5” x 13” Semi-Solid Tire with Bearings

Caster Wheel Spindle 1 1/4” Diameter with Nylon Bushings

Drive Train Cast Iron Housing Gearbox With Beveled Gears, 1:2.83 RatioSpring Loaded Single V-Belt

Gearbox Oil Capacity & Type 3.5 Pints of 80-90W EP Gear Lube

Driveline Heavy-Duty W/Quick Coupler Cat. 4

Front Roller Optional

Quick Hitch Compatible Fits Land Pride Quick-Hitch after S/N 294658

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Section 7: Features and BenefitsTable of Contents

Section 7: Features and Benefits


FDR3590 Rear Discharge MowerFeatures Benefits

Cutting width 90” Cutting width

Gearbox HP rating 25 - 60 HP

Rear discharge The wide, even dispersal of grass leaves a fine thin layer directly behind the mower vs. apossible windrow to the side. Keeps grass from blowing in unwanted areas. Easier to mowaround objects.

Deflectors Built-in to throw material and debris down.

Clevis type lower hitch points Allows for easy hook-up by being able to remove pins and back into clevises.

Floating 3-point Top and bottom hitch points float up and down which allows the mower to float over uneventerrain.

Frame-over-deck design Frames takes stress out of deck by supporting it.

3/16” Deck thickness Heavy deck material to aid in overall strength and longevity. Reinforced spindle mounts.

Lower hitch pointsadjust in and out

Accommodates many tractor configurations by adjusting in and out.

13” Semi solid tireswith roller bearings

13” Tires offer premium flotation. Roller bearings allow for a long life. Semi solid tires offershock absorption.

Heavy-duty Gauge wheel arms 1/4” Gauge wheel arms increases strength.

Non-aligned gauge wheels Rear wheels do not track behind the front wheels to reduce laying grass over.

High blade tip speed 18,500 fpm for cleaner cutting and better dispersion of clippings.

Choice of Blades Low, medium or high lift blades are available to match the customer’s desires and needs forhis particular uses. Mulching blades also available.

Blade overlap Blade overlap of 2 1/4” assures no skipping in tight turns.

Heavy-duty roller bearings& 1 3/8" machined spindles

Roller bearings for smooth running and quiet operation, 1 3/8" machined spindles fordurability, balanced performance, and accuracy. Cast iron housings for added protectionand durability.

Top greasing spindles Assures top bearing gets greased. No shields to remove.

Single C-section Kevlar belt Simple one belt design. Kevlar material adds additional strength.

Spring loaded adjustable idler Allows for constant and proper pressure on the belt.

Blade bar Bar gives additional support to blade.

5 Year Limited Gear Boxwarranty

Shows our confidence in the gearbox integrity. 5 year Parts & Labor with S/N 329841+.

Driveline hanger For ease in hookup and storage of driveline. Keeps driveline off ground.

Quick Hitch Compatible Compatible with Land Pride Quick Hitch (S/N 294658+) for easy attachment and removaland increased productivity.

Section 8: TroubleshootingTable of Contents

Section 8: Troubleshooting

26 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers 310-229M 4/08/13

Problem Solution

Discharge chute plugged Check installation of belt.

Wait until grass dries.

Raise cutting height of mower and cut grass twice.

Mow at full throttle (540 PTO rpm), check PTO speed and tractor engine.

Shift transmission to a lower gear.

! CAUTIONDo not try to clean discharge chute when mower is running. Bodily harm may occur!

Belt slipping Unplug and clean mower deck.

Remove belt guard shields and clean sheaves.

Tighten spring take-up eyebolt.

Replace belt.

Patches of uncut grass Mow at full throttle (540 PTO rpm), check PTO speed and tractor engine.

Shift transmission to a lower gear.

Tighten spring take-up eyebolt.

Sharpen and balance or replace blade.

Excessive vibration Remove belt guard shield and clean debris from belt area and sheaves. Replacethe belt guard shield.

Replace drive belt.

Replace sheaves or align.

Readjust 3-point hitch to raise mower to maximum of 14 inches.

Gearbox noisy Check lubricant level.

Blades scalping grass Raise cutting height by adjusting wheels.

Change mowing pattern.

Reduce speed turns.

Uneven cut Shift to a lower gear.

Level mower.

Sharpen blades & balance or replace. Shimming of blade hubs may be required tolevel out all three blades. Blade hub shim part no. 310-367D (Optional).

Tractor loaded down by mower Mow at full throttle (540 PTO rpm).

Shift to a lower gear.

Clean mower.

Section 9: Torque Values ChartTable of Contents

Section 9: Torque Values Chart


Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes

in-tpi 1 N·m 2 ft-lb 3 N·m ft-lb N·m ft-lb mm x pitch N·m ft-lb N·m ft-lb N·m ft-lb1/4" - 20 7.4 5.6 11 8 16 12 M 5 X 0.8 4 3 6 5 9 7

1/4" - 28 8.5 6 13 10 18 14 M 6 X 1 7 5 11 8 15 11

5/16" - 18 15 11 24 17 33 25 M 8 X 1.25 17 12 26 19 36 27

5/16" - 24 17 13 26 19 37 27 M 8 X 1 18 13 28 21 39 29

3/8" - 16 27 20 42 31 59 44 M10 X 1.5 33 24 52 39 72 53

3/8" - 24 31 22 47 35 67 49 M10 X 0.75 39 29 61 45 85 62

7/16" - 14 43 32 67 49 95 70 M12 X 1.75 58 42 91 67 125 93

7/16" - 20 49 36 75 55 105 78 M12 X 1.5 60 44 95 70 130 97

1/2" - 13 66 49 105 76 145 105 M12 X 1 90 66 105 77 145 105

1/2" - 20 75 55 115 85 165 120 M14 X 2 92 68 145 105 200 150

9/16" - 12 95 70 150 110 210 155 M14 X 1.5 99 73 155 115 l215 160

9/16" - 18 105 79 165 120 235 170 M16 X 2 145 105 225 165 315 230

5/8" - 11 130 97 205 150 285 210 M16 X 1.5 155 115 240 180 335 245

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 2.5 280 205 440 325 610 450

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" - 7 480 355 1080 795 1750 1290 M30 X 2 1060 785 1680 1240 2320 1710

1 1/8" - 12 540 395 1210 890 1960 1440 M36 X 3.5 1730 1270 2650 1950 3660 2700

1 1/4" - 7 680 500 1520 1120 2460 1820 M36 X 2 1880 1380 2960 2190 4100 3220

1 1/4" - 12 750 555 1680 1240 2730 2010 1 in-tpi = nominal thread diameter in inches-threads per inch

1 3/8" - 6 890 655 1990 1470 3230 2380 2 N· m = newton-meters

1 3/8" - 12 1010 745 2270 1670 3680 2710 3 ft-lb= foot pounds

1 1/2" - 6 1180 870 2640 1950 4290 3160 4 mm x pitch = nominal thread diameter in millimeters x threadpitch1 1/2" - 12 1330 980 2970 2190 4820 3560

Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.

Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8

Bolt Head Identification

Bolt Size(Inches)

Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9

Bolt Head Identification

Bolt Size(Metric)

5.8 8.8 10.9

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Section 10: WarrantyTable of Contents

Section 10: Warranty


WarrantyLand Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will

be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date ofpurchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used asintended and under normal service and conditions for personal use.

Overall Unit and Driveline: One year Parts and Labor

Gearboxes: (S/N 329841+) 5 Years Parts and Labor

(S/N 329840-) One year Parts and Labor.

Belt, Blades, Friction Disc in Slip Clutches & Tires: Considered wear items.

This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land Prideand the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part, and does not covercommon wear items. Land Pride reserves the right to inspect any equipment orparts 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’sjudgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normalmaintenance or care, or which has been repaired or altered in a way whichadversely affects its performance or reliability, or which has been used for apurpose for which the product is not designed. Misuse also specifically includesfailure to properly maintain oil levels, grease points, and driveline shafts.

Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which originally soldthe product and all warranty adjustments must be made through an authorizedLand Pride dealer. Land Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials ordesign of the product at any time without notice.

This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damagesof any kind, direct, consequential, or contingent to property. Furthermore, LandPride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond itsreasonable control. This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops, any expenseor loss for labor, supplies, rental machinery or for any other reason.

No other warranty of any kind whatsoever, express or implied, is madewith respect to this sale; and all implied warranties of merchantability andfitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in thiswritten warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale.

This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days fromthe date of purchase by the end user.

Model Number ____________________ Serial Number ____________________

Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA

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