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Lastec Mower 3600-3D Owner’s Manual Manual Part #: Man-3600-3D ASTEC 7865 N County Road 100E Lizton, Indiana 46149 Phone (317) 892-4444 Fax (317) 892-4188 www.lastec.com...
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Lastec, 2009 Printed in the United States of America, all rights reserved. No part of this 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, Inc.
Table of Contents Section-Page SECTION 1 TO THE OWNER Read This Manual In Its Entirety BEFORE Operating the Lastec Mower ....1-2 Product Registration ....................1-2 If You Need To Order Parts ..................1-3 Lastec Product Warranty ................... 1-4 Component Manufacturers’ Warranties ..............1-6 Servicing the Lastec Mower..................
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Pre-Operation Equipment Inspection Checklist ............1-17 SECTION 4 OPERATING PROCEDURES Starting The Engine....................1-2 Stopping The Engine ....................1-3 Motion Control ......................1-3 Ground Speed ......................1-5 Mower Deck Operation ..................... 1-5 Mule Pulley Adjustment.................... 1-6 Lastec//110910 Table of Contents...
You should now fill out the warranty registration form (located in the back of this section) and mail or fax it to Lastec. This form must be completed and returned to the factory within fifteen (15) days of purchase in order to validate the warranty. Please do not hesitate!
Model Number: Mow er 3600 Serial Number: CAUTION! Always use only genuine Lastec parts when servicing the Lastec Mower! Use of substitute parts will void the warranty and may cause unsafe operation or unsatis- factory performance of the Lastec Mower! Caution...
(“purchaser”) for two (2) years on parts andone (1) year of labor for equipment use from the date of purchase from Lastec (“warrantor”) that the equipment manufactured by warrantor and any optional equipment or accessories purchased at...
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To The Owner Lastec Product Warranty Design Changes Warrantor reserves the right to change the design of its products from time to time without notice and without obligation to make corresponding changes in its products previously manufactured. Rights of Purchasers The validity and effect of this limited warranty as well as its interpretation, operation and effect, shall be determined exclusively by the principles of law and equity of the State of Indiana.
Be sure to complete the following Lastec Warranty Registration Form and return to Lastec within 15 days of the purchase of your Lastec Mower. This will aid you, your Lastec Mower dealer, and Lastec in warranting and servicing of your Lastec Mower. Check the www.LASTEC.com website for ease of sending in your warranty registration.
Who referred you to the Articulator? Who was the salesman that assisted you? Please check the box to your left if you would not allow Lastec to use your company's name for marketing purposes. To The Owner Lastec Mower 3600/110910...
Lastec Mower. Read and understand this entire manual before attempting to set-up, operate, adjust, per- form any maintenance on, or store the Lastec Mower. This manual provides essential information and instructions which will help you enjoy years of dependable performance from the Lastec Mower.
Lastec Mower, will enable you to develop procedures suitable to your particular application. The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing, but the Lastec Mower may vary slightly due to ongoing engineering changes. Lastec reserves the right to imple- ment engineering and design changes to the Lastec Mower as may be necessary without prior notification.
Lastec Mower, its attachments, and controls! KNOW the controls and how to stop the Lastec Mower quickly in an emergency! Warning READ this entire manual before attempting to operate the Lastec Mower! Only allow...
Your Lastec Mower is equipped with a ROPS (Roll Over Protection System); be sure to wear your seat belt. Never operate with ROPS in the folded position. Never permit any person other than the operator to ride or board the Lastec Mower at any time. Never allow riders! Safety Information...
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Never adjust the mower deck height or lift the deck into transport position while the blades are engaged. Never place your hands or feet under the Lastec Mower while the engine is running. Stay well clear of any and all moving parts.
Keep the Lastec Mower engine area free of accumulated debris, fuel, or excess grease and oil to reduce fire hazard. Keep the Lastec Mower in good operating condition with all safety devices in place. Check the blades frequently. Verify that they are sharp, free of nicks or cracks, and securely fastened.
Sand chipped or scratched areas and re-paint them to prevent rust during storage. Grease all grease fittings and lubricate all moving parts of the Lastec Mower to pre- vent rust during storage. Lastec Mower 3600/110910...
If electrolyte is spilled or splashed on any surface of the machine, it should be neutralized and rinsed with clean water. CAUTION! Do not overcharge the battery. Overcharging may reduce the overall service life of the battery. Caution 1.Battery Council International, copyright 1987 Safety Information Lastec Mower 3600/110910...
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Connect negative (-) cable to negative (-) terminal of assisting battery. 8. MAKE FINAL CONNECTION OF NEGATIVE (-) CABLE TO ENGINE BLOCK OF STALLED VEHI- CLE, AWAY FROM BATTERY. 9. Start engine and remove cables in REVERSE order of connections. 2-10 Lastec Mower 3600/110910 Safety Information...
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Safety Information Use Caution When Working With Batteries TO STARTER TO STARTER BOOSTER CABLE STARTING STALLED VEHICLE VEHICLE BATTERY BATTERY BOOSTER CABLE TO GROUND TO GROUND ENGINE BLOCK LT0013 FRAME Safety Information Lastec Mower 3600/110910 2-11...
Lastec Mower! Warning ALWAYS release the parking brake before operating the Lastec Mower! The parking brake is located to the left of the operator seat, just in front of the left steering control arm. To set the parking brake, grasp the handle and pull upward, increasing the brake tension, until the tension prevents any further travel of the handle.
The Lastec Mower 3600 is equipped with two 6 gallon fuel tanks. They are located as the left and right side fenders. The Lastec Mower is shipped dry (no fuel) from the factory, so you will need to fuel the Lastec Mower before operating.
Clean the entire engine area (under the engine cover) and mower deck area (under the operator seat pan) of all excess grease, oil, fuel, grass, or debris before operating the Lastec Mower. This will help prevent damage to the equipment, fire hazard, and projectile hazards.
MIL-L-2104C or have properties of API classification CD/CE grades, with an SAE viscosity grade of 10W-30. Due to the nature of the lawn care industry, it is assumed that operation of the Lastec Mower will typically be in air temperatures within the above listed range. If you will be operating the Lastec Mower in air temperatures outside this range, consult the Kubota Diesel Engine Operator’s...
Be sure the coolant system is filled to the proper level, the coolant is mixed properly, and is in good condition! Caution ALWAYS check to be sure there are no coolant leaks before operating the Lastec Mower! Incorrect mixture, inadequate coolant level, poor condition, or leaks of any kind can cause severe engine damage! Be sure engine is turned off, and allowed to cool.
The Lastec Mower 3600 uses a specific type of oil in the hydraulic system. This oil is formulated to prolong the life of the hydrostatic pumps. Lastec has developed a kit, which contains (2) 2 1/2 gallon reusable containers of oil and (2) oil filters.
5. When finished, turn off the drive unit. 6. Be sure that both link arm jam nuts are tight. 7. Lift the drive unit, remove the jack stands, and lower the unit to the ground. Lastec Mower 3300/110910 Initial Set-Up...
Towing (Hydrostatic Pump Adjustment) 3.10 Towing (Hydrostatic Pump Adjustment) When towing the Lastec Mower, it is necessary to make minor adjustments to both of the hydrostatic pumps. This will allow the hydraulic fluid to bypass the hydrostatic pump. Please follow the instructions below for the proper procedure: 1.
If the belt you are checking is new, and the idler tensioner goes to its maximum stroke without adequately tightening the belt, it is likely you have installed the wrong size belt. Contact your Lastec dealer for the proper belt lengths for your Lastec Mower.
If the belt you are checking is new, and the idler tensioner slides to its maximum stroke without adequately tightening the belt, it is likely you have installed the wrong size belt. Contact your Lastec dealer for the proper belt lengths for your Lastec Mower.
Always replace any damaged, dull, cracked, or missing blades before operating the Lastec Mower. Lastec also offers low-lift blades and mulching blades for certain mowing applications. Contact your Lastec Mower dealer for further information about optional blades available.
NEVER attempt to change the cutting deck height while the engine is running! Caution Your Lastec Mower has a mower deck height range of 1" to 4-1/2", in 1/4" increments. If you wish to change the deck height, do so before attempting to operate your Lastec Mower.
When you receive your Lastec mower, you may need to calibrate the mower deck height. Follow these procedures to calibrate: 1. Park your Lastec Mower on a flat, level surface. Be sure to turn off the engine and set the parking brake before making any adjustments to your Lastec Mower.
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Be sure to retighten the jam nuts on the turnbuckle after leveling the deck. 8. Level the outer decks, 1 and 5, last. If use the jam nuts on the adjustment rod to make minor adjustments. Initial Set-Up Lastec Mower 3300/110910 3-15...
Verify that all covers and safety devices are properly installed and secure. Check that the discharge chute is clear of debris, properly mounted, and in good condition. Inspect entire Lastec Mower for loose or entangled parts, debris, obstructions, misplaced tools, or any other possible safety hazards, equipment hazards, or projectile hazards.
Check that the discharge chute is clear of debris, properly mounted, and in good condition. Inspect entire Lastec Mower for loose or entangled parts, debris, obstructions, or neglected tools. Verify that the battery has sufficient charge to start the engine.
Danger only be folded for shipping and storage purposes. WARNING! NEVER attempt to operate the Lastec Mower until you have read and understand this manual in its entirety! Warning NEVER allow anyone to operate the Lastec Mower without proper training and with-...
Verify that all safety covers are in place and secure before operating the Lastec Mower. Buckle the seatbelt. Always wear the seatbelt when operating the Lastec Mower. Clear the entire area of all personnel before operating the Lastec Mower.
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Release the parking brake. Verify that the parking brake is off before attempting any travel with the Lastec Mower. In order to maneuver the Lastec Mower, you must first remove both steering control arms from the neutral lock position. Simply grasp each steering control arm with each hand, and pull them both toward the center of the unit until they are free from the neutral lock.
Cricket gauge [part number 028498]) that has possibly stretched, the mule pulley may be adjusted. Simply remove the center bolt and place the pulley at the level most appropriate to maintain the proper belt tension. Lastec Mower 3600/110910 Operating Procedures...
ALWAYS perform the appropriate maintenance checklist at the proper time interval! Caution Failure to complete the appropriate maintenance checklists at the proper time inter- vals will cause damage to the Lastec Mower, unsafe operating conditions, substan- dard performance, and will void the warranty! Warranty issues are dependent upon proper maintenance! Along with completing the Pre-Operation Equipment Inspection Checklist (section 3.29) each time you operate the Lastec Mower, complete the following Maintenance...
First 25 Operating Hours Verify proper installation, operation, and flow of grass chute. Inspect entire Lastec Mower for loose or entangled parts, debris, obstructions, mis- placed tools, or any other possible safety hazards, equipment hazards or projectile hazards. Clean off decks of any dirt, grease, or oil.
Replace air cleaner filter elements if necessary. Change the hydraulic oil and filter. Rotate tires 1.11 Bi-Annual Replace fuel hoses and clamps. Replace radiator hoses and clamps. Replace battery. 1. Refer to the Yanmar Diesel Engine Operator’s Manual accompanying this manual. Lastec//110910 Maintenance...
Verify that hardware is functional, securely fastened, and in good condition Verify proper installation, operation, and flow of grass chute Inspect entire Lastec Mower for loose or entangled parts, debris, obstructions, neglected tools, or other hazards Change Hydraulic oil and filter...
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Left and Right hydraulic wheel motors are the same unit -- direction is controlled through hose attachements. See Hydraulic System Diagram following this chart. Lastec hydraulic fluid is equivalent to Shell Oil TTF-SB and Mobil One Synthetic 20w50 Maintenance Lastec//110910...
Maintenance Urethane Bushings 5.18 Urethane Bushings CAUTION! Bolts holding urethane bushings must remain tight. Urethane bushings Spacer must be are used throughout all Lastec mowers in drawn tight various applications, framework by bolt including (but not lim- ited articulating deck...
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