Lastec 325EFJ, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...rticulator Model 325EFJ Owner s Manual Manual Part Number Man 325EFJ LasTec A Division of Wood Mizer Products Inc 7865 N County Rd 100E Lizton Indiana 46149 Phone 317 892 4444 Fax 317 892 4188 www las...

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Page 3: ...The Articulator To The Tractor 3 1 3 2 Hydraulic Motor 3 2 3 3 Deck Drive Belt 3 2 3 4 Deck Belts 3 3 3 5 Blades 3 4 3 6 Deck Cutting Height 3 5 3 7 Gauge Wheels 3 5 3 8 General 3 6 3 9 Pre Operation...

Page 4: ...rules presented in this manual 1 2 Product Registration Immediately record the model and serial numbers of your Articulator in the spaces pro vided below These numbers can be found on the serial numbe...

Page 5: ...or will then file the warranty claim with LasTec Our obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing free of charge to the original purchaser any part that in our judgement s...

Page 6: ...of the Articulator due to their substandard quality or incorrect application In order to handle all of your service needs your authorized LasTec dealer stocks genu ine LasTec parts and has trained me...

Page 7: ...the Articulator Date Purchased Distributor Dealer Purchased From How Did You Hear About Us The Articulator Average Operating Hours Total Acreage Cut Customer Profile Information I have read and unders...

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Page 9: ...the Articulator This manual pro vides essential information and instructions which will help you enjoy years of dependable performance from the Articulator The designed and tested safety of the Articu...

Page 10: ...de rotation is clockwise as viewed from the top of the Articulator 2 3 Safety Guards And Covers Some illustrations in this manual show the Articulator with safety covers removed in order to provide im...

Page 11: ...re hazard l Verify that the Articulator is properly mounted set up adjusted and in good operat ing condition l Always perform the pre operation equipment inspection Section 3 and the appro priate main...

Page 12: ...d operating on steep slopes l Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after careful observation of entire area behind the tractor and Articulator l Use extreme care and maintai...

Page 13: ...lator unattended l If your tractor is equipped with headlights and hazard lights always activate them whenever crossing or accessing any roadways driveways or parking lots Watch for oncoming traffic l...

Page 14: ...stalled visible and legible l Always remove debris from the top and bottom of the Articulator after each use 2 7 Storage Safety Rules l Never store the Articulator in any area accessible by children l...

Page 15: ...unting collar and angles downward and the right arm offsets to the right of its mounting collar and angles downward Secure with supplied 1 flagged pins 1 4 bolts and lock washers 8 Remove the hydrauli...

Page 16: ...ulator 3 3 Deck Drive Belt The deck drive belt is located between the hydraulic motor and the center cutting deck under the center plastic cover To access the belt remove the wing bolt and lift the co...

Page 17: ...suitable or unsafe operat ing condition replace the belt Check the belts for proper tension If an idler tensioner pivots to its maximum stroke with out adequately tightening the belt you need to repla...

Page 18: ...iented to the top of the blades Verify that the mount bolts are secure the blades are sharp and free of any nicks cracks or bends Always replace any damaged dull or missing blades before operating the...

Page 19: ...Each spacer placed in front of the lock plate will indicate an additional 1 4 of deck cutting height When the desired cutting height setting is reached place the lever back into the locking bracket an...

Page 20: ...safety devices are properly installed and secure Check that the discharge chute is clear of debris properly mounted and in good condi tion Inspect entire Articulator for loose or entangled parts debr...

Page 21: ...condi tion q Check all deck belts and idler tension springs for proper installation tension and condition q Inspect all blades for proper installation orientation tightness sharpness and overall cond...

Page 22: ...perly l Lift the Articulator into transport position before traveling to the cut site 4 2 Preparation For Cutting NEVER engage the PTO when the Articulator is in transport position NEVER raise the Art...

Page 23: ...e the Initial Set Up section of this manual BEFORE attempting to operate the Articulator l After transport to the cut site lower the Articulator into cutting position l Be sure the Articulator is not...

Page 24: ...skills before operating the Articulator 4 5 Cutting Severe Contours The Articulator cuts contours areas well producing a quality of cut which rivals that of a single push mower The basic rule of thumb...

Page 25: ...ings l Always use tractors with a ROPS l Always wear your seatbelt l Do not operate the Articulator in areas which are so severely contoured as to cause excessive stress on the machinery 4 6 Cutting W...

Page 26: ...l Verify proper installation operation and flow of grass chute l Inspect entire Articulator for loose or entangled parts debris obstructions neglected tools or any other possible safety hazards equipm...

Page 27: ...needed l Re Pack all wheel bearings Replace if needed l Inspect all component parts and wear points Repair or replace any worn dam aged or missing parts l Complete the 8 25 50 Hour Maintenance Checkl...

Page 28: ...l Blades 3 25 L x 2 1 2 W x 1 4 T High Lift Blade Tip Speed Max 17 000 FPM Cutting Height Range 1 to 5 Gross Weight 450 Lb Operating Environment Outdoor Use Only Gauge Wheels 8 9 x 3 Pneumatic Tires 5...

Page 29: ...ructions Neglected Tools Other Hazards Perform the Appropriate Maintenance Procedures Listed in Your Tractor Manual Complete the 8 Hour Maintenance Schedule Checklist Grease All Wheel Hubs Complete th...

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