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- Page 1 Lastec Mower 3300 Owner’s Manual Manual Part #: Man-3300-3D Serial #31220408 to 33600108 ASTEC 7865 N County Road 100E Lizton, Indiana 46149 Phone (317) 892-4444 Fax (317) 892-4188 www.lastec.com...
- Page 2 Lastec, 2008 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section-Page SECTION 1 TO THE OWNER Read This Manual BEFORE Operating the Lastec Mower ........1-2 Product Registration ....................1-3 If You Need To Order Parts ..................1-4 Lastec Product Warranty ................... 1-5 Component Manufacturers’ Warranties ..............1-7 Servicing the Lastec Mower.................. - Page 4 Pre-Operation Equipment Inspection Checklist ............3-20 SECTION 4 OPERATING PROCEDURES Starting The Engine....................4-2 Stopping The Engine ....................4-4 Motion Control ......................4-4 Ground Speed ......................4-6 Mower Deck Operation ..................... 4-7 Mule Pulley Adjustment.................... 4-8 Lastec//030910 Table of Contents...
- Page 5 Every 500 Operating Hours..................5-4 5.10 Annual ........................5-4 5.11 Bi-Annual ........................5-4 5.12 Maintenance Schedule....................5-5 5.13 Lastec Mower 3300 Specifications ................5-6 5.15 Hydraulic System Diagram ..................5-8 5.16 Wiring Schematic ...................... 5-9 5.17 Lubrication Charts ....................5-10 5.18 Urethane Bushings....................
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Page 7: Section 1 To The Owner
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Page 8: Read This Manual Before Operating The Lastec Mower
Keep this manual at hand at all times for ready reference. The designed and tested safety of the Lastec Mower is dependent upon its operation within the guidelines and limitations as outlined in this manual. Always adhere to all the safety rules presented in this manual. -
Page 9: Product Registration
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 hesi-... -
Page 10: If You Need To Order Parts
Model Number: ______________________________ 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- Caution factory performance of the Lastec Mower! Lastec//030910... -
Page 11: Lastec Product Warranty
Lastec Product Warranty LASTEC LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY Lastec (“warrantor”), with its place of business at 7865 N. County Road 100E, Lizton, IN 46149 warrants as stated herein to the original purchaser (“purchaser”) for two (2) years on parts any one (1) year of labor for equipment use from the date of purchase from Lastec (“warrantor”) that the equipment manufactured by warrantor and any optional... - Page 12 To The Owner Lastec Product Warranty Limitations and Disclaimers of Other Warranties EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVISIONS STATED ABOVE, WARRAN- TOR DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS AND/OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No representation or other affirmation of fact...
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Page 13: Component Manufacturers' Warranties
To The Owner Component Manufacturers’ Warranties Component Manufacturers’ Warranties Some of the component parts of the Lastec Mower are warranted by their respective manufacturers. These parts include: Kubota Diesel Engine Warner Clutch Hydro-Gear Hydraulic Pumps Deka Battery Manufacturer’s warranties are subject to change. Contact your Lastec Mower dealer if you have questions concerning warranties on these component parts. -
Page 14: Servicing The Lastec Mower
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. -
Page 15: Warranty Registration
How did you hear about Lastec? 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//030910... -
Page 17: Section 2 Safety Information
SECTION 2 SAFETY INFORMATION Lastec//030910... -
Page 18: Warning Symbols
Hazards such as damage to equipment, serious personal injury, or even fatal injury are possible, perhaps even likely, if the accompanying instructions or procedures are not heeded. Lastec//030910 Safety Information... -
Page 19: About This Manual
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 implement engineering and design changes to the Lastec Mower as may be nec- essary without prior notification. -
Page 20: Safety Guards And Covers
Unfortunately, our extensive efforts to provide safe equipment can be negated by a single careless act of an operator. In addition to the design and configuration of the Lastec Mower, hazard control and accident prevention are also dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of all personnel involved in the operation, trans- portation, maintenance, and storage of the Lastec Mower. -
Page 21: Pre-Operational Safety Rules
Warning Lastec Mower, its attachments, and controls! KNOW the controls and how to stop the Lastec Mower quickly in an emergency! READ this entire manual before attempting to operate the Lastec Mower! Only allow persons who have read and understand the entire operator's manual to operate the... -
Page 22: Operational Safety Rules
ALWAYS clear area of all personnel before operating the Lastec Mower! DANGER! Danger NEVER operate the Lastec Mower without all safety covers properly installed and in good condition! ALWAYS stay well clear of all moving parts! ALWAYS stay clear of blades during operation! - Page 23 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! Never allow anyone near the Lastec Mower while operating. Be sure that the area behind you is clear before operating in reverse! Never permit people to stand or walk in the path of discharge.
- Page 24 Lastec Mower unattended. If your Lastec Mower is equipped with headlights and hazard lights, always activate them whenever crossing or accessing any roadways, driveways, or parking lots.
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Page 25: Maintenance Safety Rules
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. -
Page 26: Storage Safety Rules
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. 2-10... -
Page 27: Use Caution When Working With Batteries
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//030910 2-11... - Page 28 Connect negative (-) cable to negative (-) terminal of assisting battery. 8. MAKE FINAL CONNECTION OF NEGATIVE (-) CABLE TO ENGINE BLOCK OF STALLED VEHICLE, AWAY FROM BATTERY. 9. Start engine and remove cables in REVERSE order of connections. 2-12 Lastec//030910 Safety Information...
- Page 29 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//030910 2-13...
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Page 30: Hazard Identified Chart
Clear warning in manual • Physical guards around blades • Clear prohibitions outlined in manual • Danger of projectile strike Ejected debris from cutting Warning decals • blades Clear warning in manual • Physical guards around blades 2-14 Lastec//030910 Safety Information... - Page 31 B a tte ry C o u n c il In te rn a tio n a l in c lu d e d in m a n u a ls Safety Information Lastec//030910 2-15...
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Page 33: Section 3 Initial Set-Up
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Page 34: Parking Brake
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. -
Page 35: Fuel
The Lastec Mower 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. -
Page 36: Engine Cover/Operator Seat Pan
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. -
Page 37: Engine Oil
Use of incorrect oil, inadequate oil level, or con- taminated oil will cause engine damage. Be sure the Lastec Mower is parked on level ground before checking the oil level. Always check the oil level before starting the engine, or wait more than five minutes after turning off an engine that has been running. -
Page 38: Air Cleaner
Check that both filter elements are clean and free of debris. Clean or replace if necessary. Consult the Kubota Die- sel Engine Operator’s Manual for the proper proce- dures. Lastec//030910 Initial Set-Up... -
Page 39: Coolant
Be sure the coolant system is filled to the proper level, the coolant is mixed properly, and is in good condition! 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. -
Page 40: Hydraulic Fluid
The Lastec Mower uses a specific type of oil in the hydraulic system. This oil is formu- lated to prolong the life of the hydrostatic pumps. Lastec has developed a kit, which con- tains (2) 2 1/2 gallon reusable containers of oil and (2) oil filters. -
Page 41: Hydrostatic Pump Adjustment
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. Initial Set-Up Lastec//030910... -
Page 42: Towing (Hydrostatic Pump Adjustment)
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. -
Page 43: Hydrostatic Pump Belt
Lastec Mower. If you are unable to install a new belt with the idler system at its minimum stroke, it is likely you are installing the wrong size belt. Contact your Lastec dealer for proper belt lengths for your Lastec Mower. -
Page 44: Mower Deck Drive Belt
Contact your Lastec dealer for the proper belt lengths for your Lastec Mower. -
Page 45: Mower Deck Belts
Contact your Lastec dealer for the proper belt lengths for your Lastec Mower. -
Page 46: Blades
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. 3.15 Operator Seat Check that the operator seat pan is properly latched and operator seat is secure. -
Page 47: Steering Control Arms
(notch in the frame) Be sure to return and lock both control arms into neutral position. The control arms can be adjusted for operator comfort by repositioning the control arms on the control assembly. Initial Set-Up Lastec//030910 3-15... -
Page 48: Mower Deck Height
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. -
Page 49: Mower Deck Height Calibration
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. -
Page 50: Tires And Wheels
Check that each wheel swivels freely in the shaft pivot collar, and the bearings are in good condition. If any wheel does not swivel freely, clean and grease the shaft collar assembly. Replace the bearings if necessary. 3-18 Lastec//030910 Initial Set-Up... -
Page 51: General Inspection
The hour meter is located on the control panel. This meter records the total hours on the engine, and cannot be reset. You may wish to record the hour meter reading prior to oper- ation of your Lastec Mower for tracking of maintenance schedules, job timing, billing, or other records. -
Page 52: Maintenance Checklists
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. -
Page 53: Section 4 Operating Procedures
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Page 54: Starting The Engine
Danger WARNING! NEVER attempt to operate the Lastec Mower until you have read and understand this manual in its entirety! NEVER allow anyone to operate the Lastec Mower without proper training and with-... - Page 55 4. When the engine starts, adjust the throttle lever (located to the right of the operator seat, with the deck height adjust handle) forward until the engine is running at a steady idle. Do not overpower the engine. Operating Procedures Lastec//030910...
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Page 56: Stopping The Engine
These pumps are controlled separately with each of the steering control arms (located to the left and right of the operator seat). 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. - Page 57 To stop: Return both control levers to the neutral position. To change directions: Slowly return both control levers to the neutral position, and allow the Lastec Mower to slow to a stop. Then slowly move the control levers into the appropriate positions to travel in the desired direction.
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Page 58: Ground Speed
Ground Speed Ground Speed The Lastec Mower is designed to cut cleanly and efficiently at relatively high ground speeds. Reduced ground speed is required when operating on severe contours, when cutting excessively tall, wet, or thick grass, or when traveling up or down large or steep hills. -
Page 59: Mower Deck Operation
ALWAYS stay well clear of blades during operation! NEVER operate the Lastec Mower when children are present! The Lastec Mower is equipped with an 100" wide mower deck, which is comprised of five independently articulating 21" decks. All decks are belt driven - the drive belt (located under the operator seat pan) drives the main deck, and three deck belts (running between the decks) drive each deck. -
Page 60: Mule Pulley Adjustment
(40-50 ft-lbs on the 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//030910 Operating Procedures... -
Page 61: Section 5 Maintenance
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Page 62: Every 8 Operating Hours Or Daily
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... -
Page 63: First 25 Operating Hours
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. -
Page 64: Every 400 Operating Hours
Replace air cleaner filter elements if necessary. Change the hydraulic oil and filter. Rotate tires 5.11 Bi-Annual Replace fuel hoses and clamps. Replace radiator hoses and clamps. Replace battery. 1. Refer to the Kubota Diesel Engine Operator’s Manual accompanying this manual. Lastec//030910 Maintenance... -
Page 65: Maintenance Schedule
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... -
Page 66: Lastec Mower 3300 Specifications
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 15w50 Lastec//030910 Maintenance... - Page 67 Maintenance Lastec Mower 3300 Specifications Engine Model Kubota 33 HP 043743 Bore and Stroke Belt, C132 Mule Drive Total Displacement 1.12L / 68.58 cu in Power 33HP High / Low Idle Speed 3000 RPM / 800 RPM Compression Ratio 21:1...
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Page 68: Hydraulic System Diagram
Hose, Hydro Suction 15 In 061960 Hose Assy, 1/4x25-3/4 Hyd. 061959 Hose Assy, 1/4x30 Hyd. 041180 Hose Assy, 26 OAL x 1/2 Hyd 061958 Hose Assy, 1/4x56" End-Ctr Hyd. 061807 Hose Clamp, Dixon Worm Gear HSS6 Not Shown Lastec//030910 Maintenance... -
Page 69: Wiring Schematic
DELAY Blade SW Brake1 Brake1 wht/blu com B Blade SW Clutch red/blue grn/org com B Wing red/blk red/wht Hour Meter FUEL (hold) red/blk red/yel FUEL (pull) STARTER 14ga Clutch red/blk Starter red/grn 6 Harness P/N 051530 Rev B.02 Maintenance Lastec//030910... -
Page 70: Lubrication Charts
Maintenance Lubrication Charts 5.17 Lubrication Charts Parts Manual for details of assemblies requiring lubrication Hydro Idler E-Brake (rear) Deck Drive Idler 5-10 Lastec//030910 Maintenance... -
Page 71: Urethane Bushings
CAUTION! Bolts holding urethane bushings must remain tight. Spacer must be drawn tight Urethane bushings are used throughout framework by bolt all Lastec mowers in various applications, Spacer including (but not lim- Bushing ited articulating deck hinges rocker arms. In all...
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