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FDR3590

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Operator’s Manual

Read the Operator’s manual entirely. When

you see this symbol, the subsequent

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Important Safety Information

These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in

this manual.

Safety at All Times

Look For The Safety Alert Symbol

Thoroughly read and understand

the instructions given in this

manual before operation. Refer to

the “Safety Label” section, read

all instructions noted on them.

The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a

potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra

safety precaution must be taken. When you see this

symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that

follows it. In addition to design and conﬁguration of

equipment, hazard control and accident prevention

are dependent upon the awareness, concern,

prudence and proper training of personnel involved in

the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of

equipment.

Do not allow anyone to operate

this equipment who has not fully

read and comprehended this

manual and who has not been

properly trained in the safe

operation of the equipment.

▲ Operator should be familiar with

Be Aware of

Signal Words

WARNING

all functions of the unit.

Indicates a potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury, and

includes hazards that are exposed

when guards are removed. It may also

be used to alert against unsafe

practices.

▲ Operate implement from the

driver’s seat only.

A Signal word designates a degree or

level of hazard seriousness. The

signal words are:

▲ Do not leave tractor or implement

unattended with engine running.

▲ Dismounting from a moving

tractor could cause serious injury

or death.

DANGER

Indicates an imminently hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury. This

signal word is limited to the most

extreme situations, typically for

machine components that, for

functional purposes, cannot be

guarded.

CAUTION

▲ Do not stand between the tractor

and implement during hitching.

Indicates a potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate injury. It

may also be used to alert against

unsafe practices.

▲ Keep hands, feet, and clothing

away from power-driven parts.

▲ Wear snug ﬁtting clothing to avoid

entanglement with moving parts.

▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc.,

when raising implement. Make

sure all persons are clear of

working area.

▲ Turning tractor too tight may

cause implement to ride up on

wheels. This could result in injury

or equipment damage.

For Your Protection

▲ Thoroughly read and understand

the “Safety Label” section, read all

instructions noted on them.

Shutdown and Storage

▲ Lower machine to ground, put

tractor in park, turn off engine, and

remove the key.

▲ Detach and store implements in a

area where children normally do

not play. Secure implement by

using blocks and supports.

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Important Safety Information

These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in

this manual.

Reduce speed if towed load is not

Use Safety

Lights and Devices

Transport

Machinery Safely

equipped with brakes.

▲ Use the following maximum

speed - tow load weight ratios as

a guideline:

▲ Slow moving tractors, self-

propelled equipment, and towed

implements can create a hazard

when driven on public roads. They

are difﬁcult to see, especially at

night.

▲ Flashing warning lights and turn

signals are recommended

whenever driving on public roads.

Use lights and devices provided

with implement.

▲ Comply with state and local laws.

▲ Maximum transport speed for

implement is 20 mph. DO NOT

EXCEED. Never travel at a speed

which does not allow adequate

control of steering and stopping.

Some rough terrain require a

slower speed.

20 mph when weight is less

than or equal to the weight of

tractor.

10 mph when weight is double

the weight of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load that

is more than double the weight of

tractor.

▲ Sudden braking can cause a

towed load to swerve and upset.

▲ Allow implement to cool

Keep Riders

Off Machinery

▲ Riders obstruct the operator’s

view they could be struck by

foreign objects or thrown from the

machine.

Practice Safe Maintenance

completely.

▲ Understand procedure before

doing work. Use proper tools and

equipment, refer to Operator’s

Manual for additional information.

▲ Do not grease or oil implement

while it is in operation.

▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts

are in good condition & installed

properly.

▲ Work in a clean dry area.

▲ Lower the implement to the

ground, put tractor in park, turn off

engine, and remove key before

performing maintenance.

▲ Never allow children to operate

▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or

equipment.

debris.

▲ Remove all tools and unused

parts from implement before

operation.

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Important Safety Information

These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in

this manual.

Avoid High

Pressure Fluids Hazard

▲ Escaping ﬂuid under pressure can

penetrate the skin causing serious

injury.

▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving

pressure before disconnecting

hydraulic lines.

Wear

Prepare for Emergencies

▲ Be prepared if a ﬁre starts.

Protective Equipment

▲ Protective clothing and equipment

▲ Keep a ﬁrst aid kit and ﬁre

should be worn.

extinguisher handy.

▲ Wear clothing and equipment

appropriate for the job. Avoid

loose ﬁtting clothing.

▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noise

can cause hearing impairment or

hearing loss. Wear suitable

hearing protection such as

earmuffs or earplugs.

▲ Operating equipment safely

requires the full attention of the

operator. Avoid wearing radio

headphones while operating

machinery.

▲ Keep emergency numbers for

doctor, ambulance, hospital and

ﬁre department near phone.

▲ Use a piece of paper or

cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to

check for suspected leaks.

Wear protective gloves and safety

glasses or goggles when working

with hydraulic systems.

▲ If an accident occurs, see a

doctor immediately. Any ﬂuid

injected into the skin must be

treated within a few hours or

gangrene may result.

911

Tire Safety

Handle

Chemicals Properly

▲ Tire changing can be dangerous

and should be preformed by

trained personnel using the

correct tools and equipment.

▲ When inﬂating tires, use a clip-on

chuck and extension hose long

enough to allow you to stand to

one side and NOT in front of or

over the tire assembly. Use a

safety cage if available.

▲ Protective clothing should be

worn.

▲ Handle all chemicals with care.

▲ Follow instructions on container

label.

▲ Agricultural chemicals can be

dangerous. Improper use can

seriously injure persons, animals,

plants, soil, and property.

▲ Inhaling smoke from any type of

chemical ﬁre is a serious health

hazard.

▲ When removing and installing

wheels, use wheel handling

equipment adequate for the

weight involved.

▲ Store or dispose of unused

chemicals as speciﬁed by the

chemical manufacturer.

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Important Safety Information

specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components

make sure the correct safety labels are included in the

request.

Safety Labels

Your Grooming Mower comes equipped with all safety

labels in place. They were designed to help you safely

operate your implement. Read and follow their

directions.

4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.

To install new labels:

a. Clean the area the label is to be placed.

1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.

b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to

be placed.

2. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new

labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer or visit our

dealer locator at landpride.com.

3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires

safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as

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

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

818-130C

Caution

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818-229C

Amber Reflector

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818-230C

Red Reflector

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Important Safety Information

818-237C

Caution: V-Belt

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818-142C

Danger:

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Rotating Driveline

818-555C

Danger: Rotating Blade

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818-556C

Danger: Thrown Object

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Important Safety Information

818-558C

Warning:

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General Safety

818-552C

ROTATING DRIVELINE

KEEP AWAY!

Danger:

Rotating Driveline

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818-540C

Danger: Guard Missing

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Introduction

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Owner Assistance

product owners.

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.

This Grooming Mower has been designed with care and

built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper

assembly, maintenance and safe operating practices will

help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine.

If customer service or repair parts are required contact a

Land Pride dealer. A dealer has trained personnel, repair

parts and equipment needed to service the Grooming

Mower.

Application

The Land Pride FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming

Mowers are designed and built to provide high

productivity and excellent cutting quality on well-

maintained lawn and turf surfaces. These mowers are

adapted for category 1 attachment and operation on 25-

60hp utility tractors. The 90" rear discharge cutting decks

and highly durable construction make them well suited to

meet the mowing needs of large estate owners, golf

course, theme parks, municipalities, ranchers, horse

breeders, and commercial mowing and landscape

operations. The rear discharge cutting deck will provide a

superb quality of cut and superior clipping distribution

when grass is cut on a frequent basis and ground

conditions are not wet.

The parts on your Grooming Mower have been specially

designed and should only be replaced with genuine Land

Pride parts. Therefore, should your Grooming Mower

require replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer.

Serial Number Plate

For prompt service always use the serial number and

model number when ordering parts from your Land Pride

dealer. Be sure to include your serial and model numbers

in correspondence also. Refer to Figure 1 for the location

of your serial number plate.

See “Section 5: Specifications & Capacities” on page

22 and “Section 6: Features and Benefits” on page 23

for additional information 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 manual

and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe

and efficient operation.

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Serial Number Plate Location

Figure 1

• 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.

Further Assistance

Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new

Grooming Mower. If for any reason you do not

understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied

with the service received, the following actions are

suggested:

• To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual contact

your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be

downloaded, free-of-charge from our website at

www.landpride.com or printed from the Land Pride

Service & Support Center by your dealer.

1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service

manager making sure he is aware of any problems

you may have and that he has had the opportunity to

assist you.

Terminology

“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by

facing the direction the machine will operate while in use

unless otherwise stated.

2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or

general manager of the dealership, explain the

problem and request assistance.

Definitions

NOTE: A special point of information that the

operator must be aware of before continuing.

3. For further assistance write to:

Land Pride Service Department

1525 East North Street

P.O. Box 5060

IMPORTANT: A special point of information related

to its preceding topic. Land Pride’s intention is that

this information should be read and noted before

continuing.

Salina, Ks. 67402-5060

E-mail address

[email protected]

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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up

4. Remove 5/8"-18 x 5" GR5 long bolt (#8), lock washer

(#10), and hex nut (#11) from the upper pivoting hitch

subassembly.

Tractor Requirements

This mower is designed with a 3-Point category I hitch.

Horse power rating of tractor should not exceed 60 horse

power. Tractor’s rear power take-off (PTO) speed and

spline type must be capable of 540 RPM and 1 3/8”-6

spline rear power take-off.

5. Swing upper hitch bars (#1) up to a vertical position.

Raise upper hitch braces (#2) up inside the upper

hitch bars as shown.

6. Assemble upper pivoting hitch (#3), spacer top hitch

(#9), 5/8" x 5" long bolt (#8), lock washer (#10), and

hex nut (#11) as shown.

NOTE: In order to maintain steering control, ballast

may need to be added to your tractor. To determine

whether or not to add the ballast, refer to your

tractors’ operator manual.

7. Tighten all installed 5/8” nuts to proper torque. See

T o rque Values Chart on page 25.

Upper Hitch Arms

Refer to Figure 1-1:

Gauge Wheels

Refer to Figure 1-1:

1. Remove upper hitch bars (#1), upper hitch braces

(#2), and upper pivoting hitch subassembly (#3) from

storage position on top of mower deck.

1. Remove 1/2”-13 x 1 1/4” GR5 bolts (#16) securing

gauge wheel arms (#12) and turn gauge wheel arms

180 degrees as shown. Replace bolts and retighten

to proper torque per T o rque Values Chart on page

25.

2. Bolt upper hitch braces (#2) to the mounting tabs

located on the back of the deck using 5/8"-18 x 1 1/2”

GR5 bolts (#4), lock washer (#5), and hex nut (#6).

2. Mount gauge wheels (#13) to gauge wheel arms

(#12), placing the 1/4”, 1/2” and 1” spacers (#14) at

the desired depth. Secure gauge wheels with the

linchpins (#15).

3. Mount upper hitch bars (#1), to the inside of the front

hitch plates on the frame using 5/8"-18 x 1 3/4" GR5

bolts (#7), lock washers (#5) and hex nuts (#6).

Upper Hitch Arms Assembly

Figure 1-1

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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up

Tractor Hook-Up

IMPORTANT: Some tractors are equipped with

multi-speed PTO ranges. Be certain your tractor ‘s

PTO is set for 540 rpm.

Refer to Figure 1-2:

1. Be certain tractor draw bar will not interfere. Move

draw bar ahead or remove if required. Draw bar

should also be checked for clearance when unit is

being raised for the first time.

IMPORTANT: Avoid premature driveline

breakdown. A driveline that is operating must not

exceed an angle of 25 degrees up or down while

operating the 3-point lift. See Figure 1-3 below.

2. Align lower link arms of tractor to the hitch clevises

on the mower. Insert lower hitch pins into lower ball

swivels and attach linchpins.

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Upper Floating Hitch

Lower Hitch Clevis

Gauge Wheel

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Maximum PTO driveline Movement During Operation

Figure 1-3

Tractor Hook-Up

Figure 1-2

IMPORTANT: Always check driveline maximum and

minimum length during initial setup, when connecting

to a different tractor and when alternating between

using a quick hitch and a standard 3-point hitch. More

than one driveline may be required to fit all

applications.

3. Attach tractor top link to upper floating hitch on

mower with pin supplied. Secure with hairpin cotter.

4. To allow mower flotation, adjust tractor top link in or

out to place upper hitch pin vertically above the lower

hitch pins as shown in Figure 1-2.

Checking Driveline Minimum Length

PTO Hookup

IMPORTANT: Aligning tractor’s PTO shaft level with

the Grooming Mower’s PTO shaft is necessary when

checking to see if the driveline will fit correctly

between tractor and Grooming Mower.

If the Grooming Mower is to be used on more than one

tractor, an additional driveline may be required.

WARNING

Refer to Figure 1-4 on page 10

Do not operate a damaged driveline. Damaged drivelines can

cause serious injury or death.

1. Start tractor and slowly engage tractor’s hydraulic

3-point to lift the lower arms until the Grooming

Mower’s driveline shaft is approximately level with

tractor's PTO shaft.

CAUTION

2. Slide inner driveline universal joint over the splined

input shaft of the gearbox. Secure with driveline yoke

locking device.

Tractor PTO shield and all Grooming Mower guards must be

in place at all times during operation!

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3. Slide tractor outer driveline universal joint over the

tractor’s splined driveline shaft. Secure with driveline

yoke locking device. Skip to step 5 if driveline fits

between tractor and implement.

not less than 1/3 the free length with both inner and outer

profile tubes being of equal length.

1. Apply multi-purpose grease to the inside of the outer

shaft and reassemble the driveline.

2. Assemble the two driveline profiles together with just

1/3 overlapping of the profile tubes as shown in

Figure 1-5. Measure and record this overall length for

checking driveline length in step 9 below.

3. Attach inner driveline yoke end to the Grooming

Mower gearbox input shaft.

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Driveline Shortening

Figure 1-4

4. The driveline will require shortening if it is too long.

Shorten driveline as follows:

a. Raise 3-point lower arms until Grooming Mower

and tractor PTO shafts are approximately level

with each other. Securely block Grooming Mower

frame in this position. Set tractor in park, shut

tractor engine off, set park brake and remove

switch key.

Outer Shielding has been removed for clarity.

Driveline Maximum Length

Figure 1-5

4. Attach outer driveline yoke end to the tractor's PTO

shaft.

b. Pull driveline apart into two sections as shown in

Figure 1-4. Attach outer driveline universal joint to

the tractor PTO shaft and inner driveline universal

joint to the Grooming Mower gearbox shaft. Pull

on each driveline section to be sure the universal

joints are secured to the shafts.

5. The driveline should now be moved back and forth to

insure that both ends are secured to the tractor and

Grooming Mower PTO shafts. Reattach any end that

is loose.

c. Hold driveline sections parallel to each other to

determine if they are too long. The inner and outer

shields on each section should end approximately

1" short of reaching the universal joint shield on

the adjacent section (see “B” dimension). If they

are too long, measure 1" (“B” dimension) back

from the universal joint shield and make a mark at

this location on the inner and outer driveline

shields.

IMPORTANT: A small chain is supplied with the

driveline. This chain must be attached to the inner

driveline shield and to the Grooming Mower to

restrict shield rotation.

6. Hook driveline safety chain in the hole in the inner

driveline guard. Attach the other end to the

Grooming Mower’s main frame.

7. Start tractor and raise Grooming Mower just enough

to remove blocks.

d. Cut off the inner shield at the mark (“X”

dimension). Cut the same amount off the inner

shaft (“X1” dimension). Repeat cut off procedure

(“Y” & “Y1” dimensions) to the outer driveline half.

8. Slowly engage the tractor’s hydraulic 3-point to lower

the Grooming Mower. Check for sufficient drawbar

clearance. Move drawbar ahead, aside or remove if

required.

e. Remove all burrs and cuttings.

Checking Driveline Maximum Length

Make sure you check “Checking Driveline Minimum

Length” on page 9 before checking Checking Driveline

Maximum Length.

9. Raise and lower implement to find maximum

extended driveline length. Check to make certain

that the driveline overall length does not extend

beyond the maximum recorded length in step 2

above.

Refer to Figure 1-5

The driveline maximum length must, when fully

extended, have a minimum overlap of the profile tubes by

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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up

Accessory Equipment

Cutting Blades

There are four blade choices to select from based upon

soil condition, density of grass, and tractor horsepower.

The appearance of the finish cut may vary between low

lift and high lift blades. See your Land Pride dealer for

blade availability.

Anti-Scalping Front Roller

Refer to Figure 1-6:

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 the bracket

flanges, spacers and roller.

Low Lift Blades

Land Pride’s low lift blades are designed for mowing over

sandy soil terrain where high suction lift is not crucial.

Sand sucked into the blades accelerates blade wear

more than normal. Low lift blades are recommended

because they produce a lower suction keeping sand

uplift and blade wear to a minimum.

3. Secure roller shaft with 3/8”-16 x 1” GR5 hex head

cap screw (#1) and lock nut (#3). Tighten lock nut to

proper torque. See T o rque Values Chart on page 25.

Medium Lift Blades

Land Pride’s medium lift blades are great when

horsepower is a concern. They produce a medium

suction for lifting grass requiring less horsepower than

high lift blades. Medium Lift Blades are factory furnished

with your mower.

High Lift Blades

Land Pride’s high lift blades develop the greatest suction

for lifting grass before cutting for that fresh clean cut look.

However, they may require more horsepower especially

when cutting tall dense grass. They are not

recommended for sandy soil conditions.

Mulching Blades

Land Pride’s mulching blades are designed to chop

leaves and/or grass into smaller parts leaving your lawn

looking fresher and cleaner than ever before.

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Front Roller Assembly

Figure 1-6

Accessory Part Numbers

Land Pride All-Flex Mower Accessories

Part No.

Part Description

Front Roller

310-233A

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

See your Land Pride dealer for blade availability.

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Section 2: Operating Instructions

3. Carefully raise and lower the implement to ensure

Tractor Shut Down Procedure

that the drawbar, tires, and other equipment on the

tractor do not contact the frame or PTO driveline.

It is essential that the tractor be shut down as noted

below before making any inspections, maintenance and/

or repairs to the tractor and/or mower.

4. With the PTO disengaged and completely stopped,

check the mower blades for sharpness. See “Service

Mowing Blades” on page 17.

1. Park tractor on a level surface. Don’t work under or

around an implement parked on a steep incline.

IMPORTANT: Do not exceed rated PTO speed of

mower. Excessive engine speed will cause damage

to the power train components.

2. Place tractor in park and set park brake.

3. Disengage PTO if operating.

4. Shut engine off and remove switch key.

5. Wait for PTO to come to a complete stop before

dismounting tractor.

IMPORTANT: Stop PTO rotation immediately if

vibration occurs during operation. Wait for mower to

come to a complete stop. Follow all tractor shut

down procedures before dismounting from the

tractor to check for probable causes.

6. Wear safety glasses.

Operation Check

It is absolutely essential that no one operates the

Grooming Mower without first having read, fully

understood and become totally familiar with the

Operator’s Manual. Make sure the operator has paid

particular attention to:

5. Set tractor throttle to idle or slightly above idle and

slowly engage the PTO. Once the Grooming Mower

is running smoothly, increase tractor PTO speed to

540 rpm PTO speed. Stop PTO rotation immediately

if vibration occurs at any time. Wait for the PTO to

come to a complete stop and then dismount from the

tractor to check for probable causes.

• Important Safety Information, page 1

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

• Section 2: Operating Instructions, page 12

• Section 3: Adjustments, page 15

Transporting

• Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication, page 17

CAUTION

Make the following inspections after attaching the

Grooming Mower to the tractor. See hook-up instructions

beginning on page 9. Make certain PTO is disengaged

and completely stopped before continuing.

When traveling on public roads, whether at night or during the

day, use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to

operators of other vehicles. Comply with all Federal, State,

and local laws.

1. Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in

good working condition.

NOTE: Always disengage PTO before raising the

mower to transport position.

2. Complete the Operating Checklist below:

1. When raising mower to transport position, be sure

driveline does not contact tractor or mower. Adjust

and set tractor’s 3-point hitch lift height so that the

PTO shaft does not contact mower deck in the fully

raised position.

Operating Checklist

Check

Reference

Check oil level in gearboxes.

Section 5

Page 21

2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when

turning; and leave enough clearance so the mower

does not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees

or fences.

Check that all plugs in gearbox

have been replaced properly.

Section 5

Page 21

Check initially and periodically for

loose bolts and pins. Be sure all

nuts and bolts are tight. Especially

make sure mower blades, bolts and

nuts are tight.

Section 8

Page 25

3. Select a safe ground travel speed when transporting

from one area to another. When traveling on

roadways, transport in such a way that faster moving

vehicles may pass you safely. A slow moving vehicle

sign should always be properly displayed when

traveling on public roads or right-of ways.

Be certain all guards and shields

are in place and in good condition.

Section 1

Page 1

4. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over

rough or hilly terrain.

Lubricate the mower as needed.

Refer to “Maintenance and

Lubrication”.

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6. Do not make sharp turns or attempt to back up while

Mowing Instructions

mower is on the ground.

7. Do not engage PTO with mower in the fully raised

position. Do not engage or disengage PTO at full

throttle.

DANGER

Gearbox shields must be secured in place when operating to

avoid injury or death from entanglement in rotating drivelines.

8. Grass is best cut when it is dry. Mowing wet grass

can cause plugging resulting in grass clumps behind

the mower.

CAUTION

9. Mower blades will cut better at a faster blade speed

than at reduced throttle.

Do not over speed PTO or machine damage may result. Know

what your tractor requirements are.

10. Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter

clippings deteriorate faster.

11. If mowing extremely tall grass, it is best to raise

cutting height and mow the area, then lower cutting

height and mow a second time at the desired height.

DANGER

Do not use deck as a fan. Cutting blades are not properly

designed or guarded for this use. Using the deck as a fan can

result in injury and/or death.

12. Periodically check for foreign objects wrapped

around the Grooming Mower blades. Remove

foreign objects only after following “Tractor Shut

Down Procedure” on page 12.

DANGER

Do not operate and/or travel across steep inclines where a

tractor can roll-over resulting in serious injury or death.

Consult your tractor’s manual for acceptable inclines the

tractor is capable of traveling across.

Un-hooking the Mower

The following steps should be done when un-hooking the

Grooming Mower from the tractor.

1. Park on a level solid surface.

2. Shut tractor engine off and engage parking brake.

CAUTION

When mowing in sandy soil areas, wear may occur to your

mower blades caused from sand erosion. Frequent inspection

should be made and blades replaced if damaged. Low lift

blades are available from your Land Pride dealer.

3. Lower deck to level ground or onto blocks supporting

the deck just above ground level.

4. Follow all tractor shut down procedures outlined on

page 12 before dismounting from the tractor.

1. Clear the area to be mowed of rocks, branches and

other foreign objects that might be picked up and

thrown by the mower blades.

5. Unhitch Grooming Mower from tractor.

6. See “Storage” on page 19 if mower is not going to

be used for a long time.

IMPORTANT: Do not exceed rated PTO speed of

mower. Excessive engine speed will cause damage

to the power train components.

IMPORTANT: Stop PTO rotation immediately if

vibration occurs during operation. Wait for mower to

come to a complete stop. Follow all tractor shut

down procedures before dismounting from the

tractor to check for probable causes.

2. Lower mower to ground. Set tractor throttle at idle.

Engage PTO to start blades rotating.

3. Operate with 540 rpm PTO tractor. Mower blades will

cut better at a 540 RPM than at reduced throttle.

4. At first, begin mowing in a low gear and shift up until

the desired speed is achieved - maintain 540 PTO

rpm regardless of gear selection.

5. After mowing the first 50 feet, stop and check to see

that the mower is adjusted properly.

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The proper mowing speed will ultimately be determined

by ground conditions, desired finish, common sense, and

good safe mowing practices by the operator. Grass is

best cut when it is dry. Mowing in wet grass can cause

plugging resulting in grass clumps behind the mower.

Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter clippings

deteriorate faster. When mowing in tall grass it is best to

raise the cutting height, mow the area, then lower the

cutting height, and mow a second time.

General Operating Instructions

By now you should have thoroughly read your FDR

Grooming Mower Operator’s Manual, properly attached

your Land Pride FDR3590 to your tractor, and reviewed

the operating checklist. You should have also inspected

the area where you intend to mow and cleared it of safety

hazards and foreign objects. If you have not yet

completed all of these functions, it is an absolute must

that you do so now before proceeding.

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 the

mower is adjusted properly. If you need to dismount the

tractor on a hill or incline to inspect, adjust, or park the

mower for any reason, place wheel chocks under the

rear tires for added safety. Once you have made

necessary adjustments, you may continue mowing. Do

not engage the PTO at high engine rpm and avoid

making sharp turns if at all possible. If some one

approaches while you are mowing, disengage the PTO

and stop the tractor.

Now that you are properly briefed and prepared its time

to start the tractor and move to your starting point. When

transporting to your mowing site, select a safe ground

transport speed. When traveling on roadways, transport

in such a manner that faster moving vehicles can easily

see you and pass you safely. When travelling over rough

and hilly terrain, reduce your speed, avoid quick or sharp

steering corrections. Take extra care to insure that the

mower doesn’t come into contact with obstacles such as

trees, buildings or fences.

When you have arrived at the mowing site, start the

tractor, raise the deck to make sure that everything is

properly attached and that the driveline is not in a bind or

in contact with the mounting frame. Also make sure the

tractor tires aren’t in contact with the deck. With the deck

still in the raised position, proceed to your starting point

and lower your deck to the ground in mowing position.

Reduce your tractor engine rpm to idle and engage the

PTO. Gradually raise the tractor engine rpm to achieve

the 540-rpm PTO speed. Now begin mowing at a ground

speed of approximately 4-5mph.

With a little practice and experience you will become very

good at operating your Land Pride FDR3590 Rear

Discharge Grooming Mower. Always remember that

there is no substitute for proper maintenance and good

safe operating practices.

See “Section 5: Specifications & Capacities” on page

22 and “Section 6: Features and Benefits ” on page 23

for additional information and performance enhancing

options.

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Section 3: Adjustments

Leveling the Mower

Cutting Height Adjustment

NOTE: Tractor and mower should be on level

ground.

Refer to Figure 3-1:

1. Using the tractor, raise the mower off the ground and

support under it with secure blocking so not to let the

mower drift down during maintenance.

1. Set lower hitches and upper floating hitch, as shown

below in Figure 3-1.

2. Holding wheel and yoke assembly up, remove

quick-lock pin from top of gauge wheel spindle.

2. Start tractor and raise mower, watching that tractor

draw bar (if not removed) does not interfere with

mower.

3. Position 1” spacers, 1/2” spacer and 1/4” spacers as

required. All spacers on top of spindle tube allows for

approximately 3/4" cutting height. Adjustments

range from 3/4" to a maximum of 3-1/4" in 1/4"

increments.

3. Slowly lower mower until gauge wheels touch the

ground and the lower mower 3-point hitch bars are

parallel to the ground in floating position. Set tractor

3-point stop.

4. Set park brake and turn off tractor. Remove key from

ignition.

Refer to “Leveling the Mower” beginning on this

page.

5. Rotate blades parallel to direction of travel as shown

in Figure 3-2 below.

For a guide on measuring cutting height refer to

Cutting Height Chart below.

6. Measure clearance from the cutting edge to the

ground at front and rear of the blade. This

measurement should be equal or have the blade at

the front of the mower not more than 1/2" lower than

the blade at the rear of the mower.

Cutting Height Chart

5 5/8"

6 1/8"

7 1/8"

8 1/8"

9 1/8"

10 1/8"

3/4"

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Upper Floating Hitch

1 1/4"

2 1/4"

3 1/4"

4 1/4"

5 1/4"

Spindle Tube

Linchpin

Gauge Wheel Spacers

Lower Hitches

Gauge Wheel

3-Point Hitch

Figure 3-1

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Cutting Height

Figure 3-2

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3. Excessive tension on the belt may lead to premature

failure of belt and drive components. Excessive

tension on the belt may also lead to a safety hazard

to the operator or bystanders. Not enough tension on

the belt may lead to premature failure of the belt due

to excessive slipping.

3-Point Hitch Adjustments

The 3-point hitch system on this mower has been

designed for front to back flotation when mowing on

uneven terrain. Adjust tractor’s top link to place the upper

hitch pin vertically above the lower hitch pins as shown in

Figure 3-1 on page 15.

WARNING

CAUTION

Excessive tension on the belt may shorten the useful life of belt

and drive components. Excessive tension on the belt may also

lead to a safety hazard to the operator or bystanders.

Engage parking brake, shut off tractor, remove key and

disengage PTO before making any height adjustments!

Belt Tension

Refer to Figure 3-3:

CAUTION

Belt drive system under spring tension; use care to avoid

bodily harm!

1. To check tension, apply force at arrow A. With a

tension tester and deflect belt 1/4". The force

required to get this deflection should range from 7 to

10 lbs.

2. To adjust belt tension, adjust eyebolt (#1), as

necessary. This adjustment will increase or decrease

tension on spring (#2).

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Belt Tension

Figure 3-3

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Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication

Service Mowing Blades

Blade Inspection

Maintenance

Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life

of any implement. With careful and systematic

inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, time and

repair.

Refer to Figure 4-1:

Blade Wear: As blades wear and are resharpened, the

blade performance will be reduced.

Bent, Deformed or Split Blades: Should be removed from

unit and discarded. DO NOT attempt to straighten for

reuse.

CAUTION

For safety reasons, each maintenance operation must be

performed with the tractor’s PTO disengaged, the mower

lowered completely to the ground or on safely supported

blocking, tractor engine shut off and ignition key removed.

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to modify blade, such as hard surfacing, heat

• After using the mower for several hours, check all bolts

to be sure they are tight and check the tension of the

drive belt. Refer to Belt Tension in the “Adjustments”

section on page 16.

or cold treating and/or by any other method.

WARNING

• Also check drive belt tension after several hours of

mowing. Refer to Belt Tension in the “Adjustments”

section on page 16.

DO NOT try to straighten a blade that is bent. Never weld a

broken or cracked blade. ALWAYS replace with a new Land

Pride blade to assure safety.

• Lubricate items as listed under Lubrication, this section,

starting on page 20.

Blade Removal And Installation

• Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety labels by

obtaining new labels from your Land Pride Dealer.

Information about labels is located under Safety Labels in

the “Important Safety Information” section starting on

page 1.

CAUTION

Depending on blade rotation, bolts attaching mower blades to

their respective spindles may be either left hand or right hand.

Prevent spindle and/or bolt damage by knowing which hand

the threads are before removing and/or tightening any blade

mounting bolts.

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Inspection of Blades & Sharpening

Figure 4-1

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Refer to Figure 4-2 & Figure 4-2:

1. Verify blade rotation and bolt thread type (right hand

or left hand) before loosening center blade bolts and

removing blade to be sharpened or replaced. The

FDR3590 is equipped with right hand threaded center

blade bolts.

IMPORTANT: Center Blade bolts have right hand

threads.

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Blade & Blade Bar Removal

Figure 4-3

Blade Sharpening or Replacement

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

CAUTION

ALWAYS wear eye protection and gloves when sharpening a

blade.

Blade Placement

Figure 4-2

Refer to Figure 4-3:

IMPORTANT: Always install blade with the cutting

edge facing direction of rotation.

2. Remove blades by grasping the blade end with a rag

or thick padded glove while loosening the blade

mounting bolt.

IMPORTANT: Replace blades with Land Pride blades

only.

3. Remove center blade bolt (#4) and two outside blade

bar bolts from the bottom of the blade to be replaced.

1. If the blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should be

replaced or sharpened. Remove blades for replacing

or sharpening by grasping end of the blade using a rag

or a thick, padded glove, while loosening and

IMPORTANT: Replace blades with Land Pride blades

only.

IMPORTANT: Always install blades with cutting edge

facing direction of blade spindle rotation and with wing

tips pointing up towards bottom of deck.

removing the bolt/bolts that mount the blade.

2. Clean blade, blade washer and mounting surface of

all debris before replacing or sharpening. Grind

cutting edge at the same bevel as the original. See

Figure 4-4. Sharpen only the top of the cutting edge

to maintain sharpness.

IMPORTANT: See Figure 4-3. Loctite is not required

if blade (#1) is removed without removing blade bar

(#2). However, If blade bar (#2) is removed from

spindle shaft (#3), then apply loctite 243 to spindle

shaft threads and to center bolt threads (#4).

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4. Reinstall blade, blade washer and bolt. Care should

be taken when installing the blade bolt to not get it

cross threaded and to know if the bolt is right hand or

left hand. Do not exceed 55 ft.-lbs. of torque on bolt.

5. Reinstall the two outside bolts. Tighten to correct

torque listed in the Torque Values Chart in the

“Appendix” section on page 25.

Blade Sharpening

Figure 4-4

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3. Check blade balance by positioning the blade

horizontally on a nail or shaft through the center hole.

See Figure 4-5. If either end of the blade rotates

downward, grind (remove) metal on that end until

blade will balance. The blade is properly balanced

when neither end drops. Balance of a blade is

generally maintained by removing an equal amount

of material from each end of blade when sharpening.

Storage

At end of working season or when the mower will not be

used for a long period, it is good practice to clean off any

dirt or grease that may have accumulated on the mower

and any of the moving parts.

1. Clean off any dirt or grease that may have

accumulated on the deck and moving parts. Scrape

off compacted dirt from the bottom of the deck and

then wash the surface thoroughly with a garden hose.

A coating of oil may also be applied to the lower deck

area to minimize oxidation.

HORIZONTAL

2. Check blades for wear and replace if necessary, see

Servicing Mowing Blades, this section on page 17.

3. Inspect mower for loose, damaged or worn parts and

adjust or replace as needed.

NAIL OR SHAFT

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Blade Balancing

Figure 4-5

4. Lubricate as noted in the Lubrication portion of this

section starting on page 20.

5. Store unit inside if possible for longer life.

4. Mount blade with wing tips pointing up towards

bottom of deck. Reinstall blade, blade washer and

bolt. Care should be taken when installing blade bolt

not to get it cross threaded. Do not exceed 55 ft.-lbs.

of torque on bolt.

6. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to

prevent rust. Ask your dealer for Aerosol Land Pride

touch-up paint.

Land Pride Touch-up Paint

NOTE: Care should be taken in order not to remove

any more material than necessary to sharpen blade.

Part No.

Part Description

821-011C

821-002C

PAINT LP BEIGE SPRAY CAN

PAINT GP BLACK SPRAY CAN

Front of Mower

V-Belt Installation

Refer to Figure 4-6:

This illustration is also on the label located on the top of

the 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-chain

link (#3).

3. With tension relieved from belt remove old belt from

pulleys.

4. To install a new belt be sure belt is positioned in all

the pulley grooves. Engage belt tension by

assembling the tension spring back on the eyebolt

and tightening eyebolt to apply tension to the new

belt. Check belt tension, refer to Figure 3-3 on page

16.

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V-Belt Installation

Figure 4-6

5. Reinstall all belt covers and secure in place with

hardware.

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Lubrication

Legend

Multi-purpose

spray lube

Multi-purpose

grease lube

Multi-purpose

oil lube

Intervals in hours

at which lubrication

is required

Hours

Driveline Shaft U-Joints

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Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease

Quantity - 4 to 8 Pumps

Hours

Inner Tube Bearings

Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease

Quantity - As Required

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Hours

Driveline Profiles

Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease

Quantity - Clean & coat inner profile tube of driveline with

a light film of grease and then reassemble.

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Required

Gearbox

IMPORTANT: Do not overfill! Level mower and wait

for gearbox oil to cool before checking. mower that

is not level or a gearbox with hot oil will not show

correct oil level on the dipstick.

Unscrew top vent plug in gearbox to remove dipstick. Wipe

oil from dipstick and screw it back in without tightening.

Unscrew dipstick and check oil level mark. If low, fill

through top plug hole in gearbox with EP 80-90W oil until oil

reaches full mark on the dipstick. Reinstall vent plug with

dipstick and tighten.

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Take your gearbox to a Land Pride dealer if it requires

service.

Type of Lubrication: Gear Lube EP 80-90W

Quantity = Fill until oil reaches full mark on dipstick.

Hours

Wheel Support Bushings & Wheel Bearings

Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease

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Hours

Bearing in Blade Spindle Hubs

Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease

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Section 5: Speciﬁcations & Capacities

Section 5: Specifications & Capacities

FDR35 Series Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers

FDR3590

Max. Engine HP. 60 HP.

Cutting Width 90"

Overall Width 92”

Height 40”

Length 81”

Weight (Semi-Solid Tires) 1026 lbs.

Cutting Height 3/4” to 5 1/4” in 1/2” Increments

Deck Material Thickness 3/16”

Blades-3 5/16” x 2 1/2” x 31 1/2” Medium lift - Hardened

Blade Overlap 2 1/4”

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

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

Hitch Category l,

Lower Hitch: Floating Clevis with Plated Pins