Land Pride DM3705 Series manual

T able of Contents Cover photo ma y show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. © Cop yright 2006 Pr inted Read the Operator’ s manual entirely . When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are ser ious - f ollow without exception. Y our lif e and the lives of others depend on it! ! 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and[...]

T able of Contents DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 Land Pride. T able of Contents © Copyright 2006 All rights Reser v ed Land Pride provides this publication “as is” without w arranty of any kind, either e xpressed or implied. While e very precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Land Pride as[...]

1 Important Safety Information 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents These are common practices that may or ma y not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Important Safety Information Safety at All Times Thoroughl y read and understand the instructions given in this manual bef ore operat[...]

2 Important Safety Information DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents These are common practices that may or ma y not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Use Safety Lights and Devices ▲ Slow mo ving tractors, self-propelled equipment, and towed implements can create a hazard when driv[...]

3 Important Safety Information 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Prepare for Emer gencies ▲ Be prepared if a fire star ts. ▲ K eep a first aid kit and fire e xtinguisher handy . ▲ K eep emergency numbers f or doctor , amb ulance, hospital and fire depar tment near phone. Tire Safety ▲ Tire[...]

4 Important Safety Information DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Safety Labels Your Mower comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. 1. Read and follow label directions. 2. Keep all safety labels clean and legible. 3. Replace all damag[...]

5 Important Safety Information 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents 21020 818-641C Danger Rotating Blades 818-642C Danger Thrown Object 21020 818-641C Danger Rotating Blades 21021 21021 818-132C Danger Thrown Object[...]

6 Important Safety Information DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents 21021 818-558C Warning: General Mower Safety 21020 838-094C Warning: High Pressure 818-543C Warning Guard Missing 21025 21021 838-824C Danger: Pinch Point Hazard[...]

7 Introduction 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Introduction Owner Assistance The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service. If customer service or repair parts are required contact[...]

8 Section 1: Assembl y and Set-Up DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Tools Required • Fork lift, crane hoist or block-and-tackle • Impact wrench or socket and ratchet set (English & metric) • Rubber mallet • Box-end (english & metric), allen (english & metric) and crescent wrenches [...]

9 Section 1: Assembl y and Set-Up 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Main Frame to Cutter Bar Assembly Refer to F igure 1-2: 4. The cutter bar gearbo x (#1) is shipped with nylon bushings (#2) mounted on both sides of gearbox thr u input shaft. Slide reach ar m piv ot lug (#3) ov er nylon bushing (#2) [...]

10 Section 1: Assembl y and Set-Up DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Cutter Bar Assembly Refer to F igure 1-3: 2. Attach outside material guide (#3) to cutter assembly with 1/2” x 3 1/2” grade 5 he x head bolt (#8), 1” dia. x 2” compression spr ing (#15), flat washer (#12), and nyloc k nut (#1[...]

11 Section 1: Assembl y and Set-Up 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Main Frame Assembly (Back Side) Refer to F igure 1-4 and Figure 1-5: 1. Remov e plastic cap from low er por t in hydraulic cylinder (#15) and e xtend cylinder (#15) to connect cylinder rod ey e (A) to pin (B). Secure with 1” Flat w[...]

12 Section 1: Assembl y and Set-Up DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Canvas Curtain Assembly Refer to F igure 1-6: 1. Place canv as cur tain (#1) ov er cur tain suppor t frames (#6 & #7) with se wn cut-out end located ov er cutter gearbo x. 2. Slip cur tain canv as ey elets (A) ov er cur tain supp[...]

13 Section 2: Operating 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Section 2: Operating 3-point Pin Set-up Refer to F igure 2-1: The 3-point pins in the mower may be arranged four different ways to accommodate different tractor sizes. The first 3-point offset arrangement shown below positions the first cutter [...]

14 Section 2: Operating DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Driveline Installation Refer to F igure 2-3 on page 14: An additional driveline ma y be required if Disc Mow er is to be used on more than one tractor especially if a quic k hitch is used. ! WARNING Damaged drivelines can cause serious injury o[...]

15 Section 2: Operating 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents 9. Hook one of the driveline saf ety chains in a hole on the outer driveline y oke shield and the opposite end to the tractor to restrict outer shield rotation. 10. Hook second driveline saf ety chain in a hole on the inner driveline y oke shie[...]

16 Section 2: Operating DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Spring Tension Adjustment ! DANGER Befor e making any adjustments to this implement, disengage PTO, shut of f tractor , r emove ignition ke y and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect PT O driveline. There are two springs on the mower. [...]

17 Section 2: Operating 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Operating Check List In addition to design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon awareness, concern, prudence and proper training involved in operation, transport, maintenance and storage of e[...]

18 Section 2: Operating DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents The cutting angle is defined as the angle the cutter bar is to the tractor axle during operation. For example, cutter bar angle would be down if cutting a declined surface from a level surface and up if cutting and inclined surface. Do not exce[...]

19 Section 2: Operating 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Extending or lengthening the top link will raise your cutting height, while shortening the top link will lower the cutting height. If you are cutting in an area you are not familiar with or believe there might be rocks or debris present, you mu[...]

20 Section 3: Adjustments DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Belt Tension Adjustment Belt must be properly tensioned at all times to avoid excessive flopping and slipping. A loose belt will also cause poor cutting and premature wear. Check tightness of belt regularly, especially when working the first [...]

21 Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents General Maintenance Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to long life of any implement. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, time and repair. ! DANGER Befor e servicing this implement[...]

22 Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Belleville Washer Replacement The Belleville washers on break-away bar may become flat and weak over use and should be replaced when cutter bar continues to break-away after resetting. See “Safety Break-A wa y” on page 18 [...]

23 Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Driveline Inner Tube Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = Clean & coat inner tube of driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble. 21037 Driveline U-Joints Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Gr[...]

24 Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Cutter Bar Check oil level in cutter bar by removing filler level plug with cutter bar in transport position. (Fill/Level plug is located between first and second discs on DM3705 and between second and third discs on DM3706 an[...]

25 Section 5: Specifications & Capacities 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Section 5: Specifications & Capacities 37 Series Disc Mower s DM3705 DM3706 DM3707 Number of Discs 56 7 Cutting Width 6’ 9” 8’ 0” 9’ 4” T ransport Width 74” 74” 74” Cutter Bar Oil capacity 5.92 pints[...]

26 Section 6: Features & Benefits DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Section 6: F eatures & Benefits DM37 Series Disc Mower s Features Benefits Cutter bar 81”, 96” and 112” widths 5, 6 and 7 Disc models av ailable to meet a wide range of customer needs . Common oil chamber Gears splash o[...]

27 Section 7: T roubleshooting 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Section 7: T roubleshooting Prob lem Cause Solution Not cutting clean Dull Blades. Replace blades . Mower not le vel. Adjust machine. Ground speed too f ast. Reduce ground speed. Blades lock ed back. F ree b lades. Blade on wrong f or ro[...]

28 Section 8: Appendix DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M 9/15/06 T able of Contents Section 8: Appendix Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes in-tip 1 N · ft-lb 3 N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb mm x N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb 1/4” - 20 7.4 5.6 11 8 16 12 M 5 X 0.8 4 3 6 5 9 7 1/4” - 28 8.5 6 13 10 18 14 M 6 X 1 [...]

29 Section 8: Appendix 9/15/06 DM3705, DM3706, and DM3707 Series Disc Mowers 327-083M T able of Contents Warranty Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used as intended[...]

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