Lastec 621ER, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Lastec Articulator Model 621ER Owner s Manual Manual Part Man 621ER EF ...

Page 2: ...his 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 W 10th Street Indianapolis IN 46214 Phone 317 892 4444 Fax 317 892 4188 www lastec com ...

Page 3: ...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 2 12 SECTION 3 INITIAL SET UP 3 1 3 1 Mounting The Articulator To The Tractor 3 2 3 2 Hose Spring Installation 3 4 3 3 PTO Shaft Range Verification 3 5 3 4 Gearbox 3 7 3 5 Deck Drive Belts 3 8 3 6 Deck Belts 3 9 3 7 Blades 3 10 3 8 Deck Cutting Height 3 11 3 9 Gauge Wheels 3 1...

Page 4: ...SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE 5 1 5 1 Every 8 Operating Hours 5 2 5 2 Every 25 Operating Hours 5 3 5 3 Every 50 Operating Hours 5 3 5 4 Every 500 Operating Hours 5 3 5 5 Annual 5 3 5 6 Articulator Specifications 5 4 5 7 Articulator Maintenance Chart 5 5 5 8 Torque Values 5 6 ...

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

Page 6: ... Articulator 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 safer working environment and promote higher quality more efficient results Keep this manual at hand at all times for ready reference The designed and tested safety of the Articulator is dependent ...

Page 7: ...tec 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 If You Need To Order Parts To order parts contact your distributor Be sure to have your model and serial number available as a reference This will assist them in supplying you the correct and most cur...

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 warrant for a period of ninety 90 days from date of purchase to any original purchaser who is a rental yard lease based business or temporary use facility that the equipment manufactured by warrantor and a...

Page 9: ...sales 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 OF THIS EQUIPMENT SHALL NOT BE ENTITLED TO RECOVER ANY CONSE QUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FROM WARRANTOR FOR ANY REASON WHATSO EVER INCLUDING WARRANTY OR DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT Warrantor does not w...

Page 10: ...neered and manufactured to provide safe dependable and satisfactory service As with all other mechanical equipment the Articulator requires routine inspection cleaning and maintenance When servicing the Articulator be sure to use only genuine Lastec parts Utilization of substitute parts will not only void the warranty but may also cause unsafe or unsatisfac tory operation of the Articulator due to...

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 Total Acreage Cut Customer Profile Information I have read and understand the warranty policy and maintenance sections of the operators manual for the machine described below Who was the salesman that ...

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

Page 14: ...l 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 throughout this manual in order to indicate important safety information When one of these symbols appears in this manual be aware of a potential hazard being discussed in the accompanying paragraphs Haz...

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 Rotating Shaft Stay Away Thrown Objects ...

Page 16: ...s 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 herein may be general in nature due to unknown and or varying operating conditions However these instructions combined with your increasing experience with the deck will enable you to develop procedu...

Page 17: ...er 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 Unfor tunately our extensive efforts to provide safe equipment can be negated by a single care less act of an operator In addition to the design and configuration of the deck hazard control and accident...

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 equipment for the eyes hands hearing and head Never operate the deck or related equipment in bare feet sandals or sneakers Clear the cut area of stones branches balls or other debris that may be thrown and ...

Page 19: ...uring operation WARNING ALWAYS work safely Follow all safety rules A careful opera tor is the best insurance 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 parking brake is set before attempting to start the engine Operate only in daylight or good artifi...

Page 20: ...nd 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 turns to minimize potential tipping or loss of control Use caution when changing directions on slopes Be alert for holes in the terrain as well as any other hidden hazard Always drive slowly over rou...

Page 21: ...ended 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 with caution it is explosive Always use approved fuel containers never handle fuel near an open flame never use fuel as a solvent never fuel the drive unit while the engine is running or hot never fu...

Page 22: ...head 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 hazard Keep the deck in good operating condition with all safety devices in place Check the blades frequently Verify that they are sharp free of nicks and cracks and securely fastened Periodically tight...

Page 23: ...hildren Never allow extended running of any engine 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 in an enclosed area Remove all accumulated debris from the drive unit and both the top and bottom of the deck before storing Sand chipped or scratched area...

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 Warning decals Clear warning in manual Physical guards around blades Clear prohibitions outlined in manual Danger of projectile strike Ejected debris from cutting blades Warning decals Clear warning in man...

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

Page 26: ...r on level ground 2 Turn off the tractor disengage the PTO shift the transmission into neutral and set the parking brake Remove the key from the tractor start switch 3 Leave the Articulator in transport position with the safety latch in place DO NOT LOWER THE ARTICULATOR INTO CUTTING POSITION AT THIS TIME 4 Position the Articulator next to the traction unit as shown below 5 Attach the lower Articu...

Page 27: ... far enough onto the PTO allow the locking collar to snap into its original position See figure above 9 Secure the PTO guard retaining chains located at each end of the PTO shaft to the Artic ulator pull bar and the traction unit These prevent the outer guard from turning with the PTO shaft for safety purposes 10 Install the hydraulic lines to the Articulator and the traction unit 11 Start the tra...

Page 28: ...traction unit to the deck 1 Attach one of the provided tie wraps around the hoses that are connected from the deck to the traction unit 2 Attach one of the provided tie wraps to an elevated point on the traction unit 3 Assemble on end of the provided spring to the tie wrap located on the traction unit 4 Assemble the opposite end of the hose spring to the tie wrap locate around the hoses ...

Page 29: ...here the trac tor is headed uphill and the Articulator is headed downhill at the point where the PTO shaft spans the valley of the hills with the tractor and Articulator at their closest point This should represent your maximum PTO shaft compression An example would be in a ditch with the tractor heading up one side and the Articulator heading down the opposing side 6 Turn off the tractor disengag...

Page 30: ...should maintain a minimum engagement of 1 2 of the total compressed shaft length 13 If the PTO shaft maintains at least 1 2 shaft engagement your maximum extension will be within the proper range of the PTO shaft 14 If the PTO shaft does not maintain at least 1 2 shaft engagement you will not be operat ing within the proper range of the PTO shaft You will need to either avoid this area when cuttin...

Page 31: ...he gearbox should be approximately half full 28 ounces Add oil if low If the oil 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 the gearbox before operating the Articulator ...

Page 32: ...belts to the proper level Check the belts for visible wear or damage If the belts appear excessively worn dam aged cracked weathered or otherwise appear to pose an unsuitable or unsafe operating condition replace the belts Check the belts for proper tension If the idler tensioner pivots to its maximum stroke with out adequately tightening the belt you need to replace the belt If the belt you are c...

Page 33: ...k the belts for visible wear or damage If any belt appears excessively worn dam aged cracked weathered or otherwise appears to pose an unsuitable or unsafe operat ing condition replace the belt Check the belts for proper tension If an idler pivots to its maximum stroke without ade quately tightening the belt you need to replace the belt If the belt you are checking is new and the idler pivots to i...

Page 34: ... blades turn off the tractor remove the key and set the parking brake before attempting to inspect adjust change or perform any other maintenance to the blades Keep all personnel clear of all controls while inspecting adjusting changing or perform ing maintenance to the blades Inspect all blades for proper installation orientation tightness sharpness and overall condition Be sure the lift fins are...

Page 35: ...cers from above the four wheel yoke collars to below the collars on the wheel yoke shafts Each spacer placed below the collars will raise the deck height proportionately NOTE Having no spacers below the wheel yoke collars will set the deck height to 1 Thus placing a 1 spacer below each of the wheel yoke collars will produce a deck height setting of 2 and so on 3 9 Gauge Wheels Verify proper functi...

Page 36: ... Verify that all covers and safety devices are properly installed and fastened Check that the discharge chute is clear of debris properly mounted and in good condi tion Inspect entire Articulator for loose or entangled parts debris obstructions neglected tools or any other possible safety hazards equipment hazards or projectile hazards ...

Page 37: ... condition Check all deck belts and idler tension springs for proper installation tension and condition Clean the entire deck area including the underside of all belt covers of all grease oil fuel and grass debris Be sure to replace all covers guards and shields Inspect all blades for proper installation orientation tightness sharpness and overall condition Set the mower deck height to the desired...

Page 38: ...Lastec 021819 4 1 4 SECTION 4 OPERATING PROCEDURES ...

Page 39: ...lator into transport position Secure the safety latches This will allow for easy transport and transport over curbs and other obstructions as well as extending the overall life of the Articulator Complete the Initial Set Up section of this manual BEFORE attempting to operate the Articulator Review the tractor manual for proper lift arm hydraulics operation Lift and fold the Articulator into transp...

Page 40: ...s with all industrial equipment improper operation of the hydrau lic lift unit may result in damage to equipment serious personal injury or fatal injury Follow the instructions carefully when operating the lift unit 1 Disengage the PTO Wait for all motion to stop 2 Lift the articulator 3 Slowly engage the hydraulics 4 As the decks begin to move watch carefully to insure there are no obstructions o...

Page 41: ...lator The Model 621 Articulator is designed specifically for wide area rough terrain mowing applications One of the unique benefits of the Articulator s cutting system is its ability to flex following more closely to different variations in terrain profile The Model 621 Articulator is an industrial quality mower and can be used to cut extremely long grass or areas heavy with brush Upon completion ...

Page 42: ...ractor Keep the tractor on a low RPM setting DO NOT ENGAGE THE PTO WITH THE TRACTOR AT HIGH IDLE Engage the PTO If there is any belt squeal excessive vibration or any indication of obstructions or debris in the blades disengage the PTO at once If the Articulator appears to be operating correctly slowly increase the tractor engine speed until the PTO is operating at the tractor manufacturer s recom...

Page 43: ...s are evident lift created by the cutter blades can be reduced decreasing the abrasion wear to the cutter blades and deck caused by sand The Low Lift Blade will also help reduce cutter deck blowout during the conditions stated above High Lift Blade Part No P 128 High Lift Blade is recommended for cool season grasses and cut heights of 2 and above unless in sandy conditions These blades are shipped...

Page 44: ...peed is acceptable for wide open flat areas a slower ground speed is required for rough or contoured areas Always adhere to the tractor manufacturer s recommended ground speed range when operating the Articulator 4 6 Cutting In Reverse WARNING Always ensure the area behind the tractor is clear of people or obstacles before backing the Articulator and tractor Be sure entire area around the tractor ...

Page 45: ...r side hills Never exceed the tractor manufacturer s maximum side slope ratings Always use a tractor equipped with a ROPS Always wear your seatbelt Do not operate the Articulator in areas which are so extremely contoured as to cause PTO shaft chatter or vibration 4 8 Cutting Wet Grass Operation of the Model 621 Articulator is not adversely affected by wet cutting conditions However a slower ground...

Page 46: ...Lastec 021819 5 1 5 SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE ...

Page 47: ...ing Hours Complete the Pre Operation Equipment Inspection Checklist Grease all grease zerks Grease all wheel hubs Grease the PTO shaft collar and both cross bearings Inspect the spindle bearing grease seals under each deck for grease leakage or improper seating Verify that the split tapered bushing bolts mounted in the drive pulley under the gearbox are tight Torque to 108 in lbs Lubricate all joi...

Page 48: ...t may have accumulated during operation 5 4 Every 500 Operating Hours Change the gearbox oil 66 oz SAE 80W 90 Grade gear oil Inspect all blade spindle bearings for wear or damage Replace if needed Re Pack all wheel bearings Replace if needed Inspect all component parts and wear points Repair or replace any worn damaged or missing parts Complete the 8 25 50 Hour Maintenance Checklists 5 5 Annual Fo...

Page 49: ...ow Lift Ultra 063265 Cutting Height Range 1 to 6 Paint Red 12 oz spray P229 Black 12 oz spray L07467 Operating Environment Outdoor Use Only Gauge Wheels 8 11 x 4 Urethane FIlled Tires 040816 Outside Left Deck Belts 3 Belt Goodyear Insta Power 85610 See Parts Manual for belt location P450 Inside Deck Belts 2 Belt 85910 See Parts Manual for belt location 040123 Right Drive Belt 1 Belt B 56 Insta Pow...

Page 50: ...f the PTO Shaft and Shield Retaining Chains Verify That the Articulator is Properly Securely Mounted to Tractor Complete the 8 hours Maintenance Schedule Checklist Grease All Gauge Wheel Hubs Grease Pull Bar Collar Lubricate the PTO Guick disconnect Pin or Twist Sleeve Lubricate All Non Fitted Wear Points Complete the 8 hour and 25 hour Maintenance Checklist Grease All Blade Spindle Bearing Housin...

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