Lastec 521EH, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Lastec Mower 521EH 100EFAC Owner s Manual Manual Part Man 100EFAC...

Page 2: ...is manual may be reproduced in any form by any photographic electronic mechanical or other means or used in any information storage and retrieval system without written permission from Lastec LLC 8180...

Page 3: ...l 2 4 2 4 Safety Guards And Covers 2 5 2 5 Pre operational Safety Rules 2 6 2 6 Operational Safety Rules 2 7 2 7 Maintenance Safety Rules 2 10 2 8 Storage Safety Rules 2 11 2 9 Hazard Identified Chart...

Page 4: ...e 4 6 4 7 Cutting Extreme Contours 4 7 4 8 Cutting Wet Grass 4 7 4 9 Anti Scalp Wheel Adjustment 4 8 SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE 5 1 5 1 Every 8 Operating Hours 5 2 5 2 First 8 Hours 5 3 5 3 First 50 Hours...

Page 5: ...Lastec 021819 1 1 1 SECTION 1 TO THE OWNER...

Page 6: ...ulator when children are present The information presented herein will prepare you to operate the Articulator in a safe and knowledgeable manner Proper opera tion of the Articulator will provide a saf...

Page 7: ...ec com or located in the back of this section This form must be completed and returned to the fac tory within fifteen 15 days of purchase in order to validate the warranty Please do not hesitate 1 3 I...

Page 8: ...under warranty at the warrantor s discretion After ninety 90 days component fail ure as a result of loose hardware is no longer covered under further warranty from warrantor Warrantor agrees to warran...

Page 9: ...ales aids shall constitute a warranty or other basis for any legal action against warrantor THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER ANY PERSONS TO WHOM THIS EQUIPMENT IS TRANFERRED AND ANY INTENDED USER OR BENEFICIARY...

Page 10: ...ly engineered and manufactured to provide safe dependable and satisfactory service As with all other mechanical equipment the Articulator requires routine inspection cleaning and maintenance When serv...

Page 11: ...of purchase Mower Model How did you hear about Lastec Who referred you to Lastec Date Purchased Distributor Dealer Purchased From How Did You Hear About Us Your Lastec Mower Average Operating Hours To...

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Page 13: ...Safety Information Safety Information Lastec 021819 2 1 2 SECTION 2 SAFETY INFORMATION...

Page 14: ...equipment hazard Failing to properly adhere to the instructions rules or procedures may result in personal equipment malfunction damage or destruction The above illustrated symbols are displayed thro...

Page 15: ...and Symbols Safety Information Lastec 021819 2 3 2 Caution Rotating Blades Keep Hands and Feet Away from Blades Keep Covers Locked Down Pinch Point Read the Manual Remove the Key Rotating Parts Rotati...

Page 16: ...in this manual as well as all safety rules for any related equipment Although these instructions have been compiled through extensive field experience and engineering data some information presented...

Page 17: ...r operate the deck without all covers shields safety devices and grass chute or mulching plate installed and secure Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of all Lastec products Unf...

Page 18: ...the entire operator s manual to operate the deck Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid entanglement in moving parts Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes as well as protective equipm...

Page 19: ...nce against accidents ALWAYS clear area of all personnel before operating the deck Only allow persons who have read and understand the entire operator s manual to operate the deck Be sure that the par...

Page 20: ...d deck Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground speed when transporting on a hill side or over rough ground and when operating close to ditches fences or water Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp...

Page 21: ...nded If your drive unit is equipped with headlights and hazard lights always activate them whenever crossing or accessing any roadways driveways or parking lots Watch for oncoming traffic Handle fuel...

Page 22: ...ead and ear pro tection when performing any service or maintenance to the drive unit or deck Keep the drive unit engine area free of accumulated debris fuel or excess grease and oil to reduce fire haz...

Page 23: ...ngine indoors Exhaust fumes are deadly Never store drive unit with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes could reach an open flame or spark Allow the drive unit engine to cool before storing...

Page 24: ...using a PTO Guards are not in place Warning decals stating guards must be in place Physical guards around belts pulleys and shafts Clear warning in manual Danger of dismemberment Cutting blades Warnin...

Page 25: ...Lastec 021819 3 1 3 SECTION 3 INITIAL SET UP...

Page 26: ...level ground Turn off the tractor shift the transmission into neutral and set the parking brake Remove the key from the ignition Lower the 3 point hitch 3 Unpin the leveling arms from the pull arms Se...

Page 27: ...r safety purpose 8 Raise the deck off of the ground Make sure there is a min imum of 4 inches 6 inches preferred between the ground and the deck tires Make sure there is a minimum of 2 inches between...

Page 28: ...lator is headed down an opposing mound at the point where the PTO shaft will span the valley of the two mounds with the tractor and Articulator at their closest point This should represent your maximu...

Page 29: ...l appears excessively contaminated change the oil Use SAE 80W 90 grade gear oil Inspect the entire area around and under the gearbox for any oil leakage If a leak is dis covered repair it and refill t...

Page 30: ...Using the adjustment handle in a holder on the deck fitted into the wheel weldment allows you to manually release tension on the adjustment rod and reposition the spacers as desired Each adjustable sp...

Page 31: ...ove 3 8 Deck Drive Belts WARNING NEVER inspect adjust or change the deck drive belts while the tractor is running Always clean the entire deck including under the belt covers of all grease oil fuel gr...

Page 32: ...e deck area under the belt cover of all excess grease oil fuel grass or debris before operating the Articulator This will help prevent damage to the equipment fire hazard and projectile hazards Be sur...

Page 33: ...ut adequately tightening the belt you need to replace the belt If the belt you are check ing is new and the idler tensioner pivots to its maximum stroke without adequately tightening the belt it is li...

Page 34: ...to the blades while the engine is running ALWAYS disengage the blades turn off the tractor remove the key and set the parking brake before attempting to inspect adjust change or perform any other mai...

Page 35: ...t swivel freely clean and grease the shaft collar assembly Replace the bushings if necessary Grease each wheel after 8 hours of use and replace any worn or damaged tires 3 12 General Verify that all w...

Page 36: ...der the belt cover of all grease oil fuel grass or debris Be sure to replace all covers shields and guards Check all deck belts for proper tension Clean each entire deck area including under the belt...

Page 37: ...Lastec 021819 4 1 4 SECTION 4 OPERATING PROCEDURES...

Page 38: ...raulics to fold up the two outside decks allowing easy transporta tion This feature has many other benefits including remote operation access across narrow bridges through gates or doorways and reduct...

Page 39: ...leveled from the Lastec factory Should deck leveling be necessary during maintenance see the section on Mower Deck Leveling Adjustment in the Set Up section of this manual 1 Disengage the PTO DANGER...

Page 40: ...culator The Articulator is designed specifically for finish mowing applications One of the unique benefits of the Articulator s cutting system is its ability to float over contours that are impossible...

Page 41: ...g brake and carefully begin cutting 4 4 Recommended Blades Ultra Low Blade Part No 063265 Use Ultra Low Lift Blade when the conditions are dry and in sandy soil areas When con ditions like this are ev...

Page 42: ...5 MPH Your speed may vary within this range as your cutting conditions vary Excessive ground speed while trav eling over rough terrain can cause the Articulator to bounce excessively which in turn in...

Page 43: ...rticulator will be able to handle the area When cutting extreme contours always use a drive unit equipped with a ROPS and always wear your seat belt Following are important guidelines to follow when c...

Page 44: ...ANT Any time the mower deck height is adjusted on the Articulator it is neces sary to check all the anti scalp wheels for proper positioning The recommended anti scalp wheel height settings are as fol...

Page 45: ...Lastec 021819 5 1 5 SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE...

Page 46: ...ware is functional securely fastened and in good condition Grease all wheel hubs Grease the PTO shaft collar and both cross bearings Inspect all belts for cracks wear or damage replace as needed Inspe...

Page 47: ...earbox lube with 80W 90 gear oil 5 4 Every 50 Operating Hours Check deck alignment and belt tension Check deck drive belt alignment Grease all blade spindle bearing housings Fill until grease purges f...

Page 48: ...Cutting Width 100 Mower Deck Configuration 5 21 Articulating Mower Decks Blades 5 21 High Lift P128 5 21 Low Lift P246 5 21 Mulching Blades P322 5 21 Low Lift Ultra 063265 Blade Tip Speed Max 16 600...

Page 49: ...zards Perform the Appropriate Maintenance Procedures Listed In Your Tractor Manual Verify grass chutes cleared Clean lube retighten all guide wheels Lubricate the PTO Quick Disconnect Pin or Twist Sle...

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Page 51: ...Maintenance Lastec 021819 5 7 5 5 11 Lubrication Points See Figure 5 1 The Articulator lubrication points are shown below Idler Idler Idler 100_050 IMPORTANT Each wheel also has a fitting to be greas...

Page 52: ...rt ant that the spacers remain tight between the frame work at all times Failure to keep these spacers tight will result in premature wear on the bolts and equipment damage Ensure that ALL bolts assoc...