Land Pride 357-187M manual

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    Cover photo ma y show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. © Cop yright 2009 Pr inted Read the Operator’ s manual entirely . When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are ser ious - f ollow without exception. Y our life and the liv es of others depend on it! ! T able of Contents Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 &[...]

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    Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T ur ning Radius Mowers Riding Mo wers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents © Copyright 2009 All rights Reser ved Land Pride provides this publication “as is” without w arranty of any kind, either e xpressed or implied. While e very precaution has been taken in the preparat[...]

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    1 Important Safety Information 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Important Safety Information ▲ These are common practices that may or ma y not be applicable to the pr oducts described in this manual. Safety at All Times Thoroughl y read[...]

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    2 Important Safety Information Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents These are common practices that ma y or may not be applicab le to the products described in this manual. Practice Safe Maintenance ▲ Understand procedure bef ore doing work[...]

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    3 Important Safety Information 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Prepare for Emer gencies ▲ Be prepared if a fire star ts. ▲ K eep a first aid kit and fire e xtinguisher handy . ▲ K eep emergency numbers f or doctor , amb ulance, [...]

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    4 Important Safety Information Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents 838-303C Danger: Battery (In Engine Compartment Beneath The Seat Mount) Safety Labels Your mower comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help yo[...]

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    5 Important Safety Information 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents 838-307C Warning: Moving Parts 838-308C Warning: Rotating Blade Hazard 24894 24913 838-833C Warning: Fuel (Imbedded in Fuel Tank) 24894[...]

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    6 Important Safety Information Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents 24895 838-444C Danger: Muffler Hot (Both Sides of Engine) 838-310C Warning: General 24894 838-815C Warning: Rollover Hazard 24913[...]

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    7 Introduction 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Introduction The parts on your mower have been specially designed and should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride parts. Therefore, should your mower require replacement parts go to your[...]

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    8 Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Uncrating Instructions The crate is assembled with nails and the mower frame is secured to the crate floor with metal bands. 1. First, pr[...]

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    9 Section 1: Assembly & Set-up 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Electrical Cable Connection Refer to Figure 1-3: ! WARNING Incorr ect battery cable connections can damage mower’ s electrical system and cause battery cables to spark.[...]

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    10 Section 2: Operating Procedures Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Mower Features Refer to Figure 2-1: Your Razor riding mower is designed with innovative and state-of -the art features. Knowing the location and how these features work w[...]

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    11 Section 2: Operating Procedures 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Operating Check List Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon awareness, concern, prudence and proper training involved in operation, transport, maintena[...]

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    12 Section 2: Operating Procedures Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Blade Engagement Switch Refer to Figure 2-2: The blade engagement switch engages the deck blades. Pull switch up to engage blades and push switch down to disengage the bl[...]

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    13 Section 2: Operating Procedures 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Deck Lift Pedal Refer to Figure 2-6: The deck lift pedal is used to raise and lower the deck and to set deck cutting height. 1. Pushing on the deck lift pedal with y our [...]

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    14 Section 2: Operating Procedures Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents 4. Inser t key in ignition switch and rotate cloc kwise to engage star ting motor . Release ke y when engine star ts. 5. P erform test to make sure saf ety star t interlo[...]

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    15 Section 2: Operating Procedures 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Moving Mower with Stalled Engine Refer to Figure 2-8: Each hydro-drive is equipped with a bypass valve for the purpose of moving the mower when the engine is inoperable. [...]

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    16 Section 2: Operating Procedures Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Safe Operating Instructions The safe operation of any machinery is a big concern to all consumers. Your Zero Turn Riding Mower has been designed with many built-in safety[...]

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    17 Section 2: Operating Procedures 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents ! DANGER Prior to operating the mower the operator should be thor oughly familiar with the proper use and oper ation of the equipment, should r ead the manual completely [...]

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    18 Section 2: Operating Procedures Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Mower Deck Operation ! DANGER Never attempt to make any adjustments to the mower deck while the engine is running or when the blades are enga ged. Mower blades cannot be [...]

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    19 Section 3: Adjustments 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents ! WARNING Unless specif ically r equir ed, DO NO T have engine running when servicing or making adjustments to the mower . Place both contr ol levers in the park position and r em[...]

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    20 Section 3: Adjustments Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Control Lever Neutral Adjustment Before considering any adjustment, check tire air pressure and make certain hydraulic oil is at operating temperature. Unequal tire pressure will [...]

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    21 Section 3: Adjustments 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Forward Stop Adjustment The control lever stops are designed to do two things: First, and most important, they must keep the pumps from bottoming out internally. Second, the stops[...]

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    22 Section 3: Adjustments Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Seat Adjustment Refer to Figure 1-1 on page 8: The seat platform is slotted so the seat can be adjusted to the operator. Loosen the seat mounting hardware located under the seat a[...]

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    23 Section 3: Adjustments 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Deck Drive Belt Adjustment The spindle belt remains in constant tension by means of a spring tensioned idler. The spring tension should be adjusted so that the belt does not slip [...]

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    24 Section 3: Adjustments Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Refer to Figure 3-9: 5. Set cutting height at 3 1/4” on the height indicator by placing the height adjusting stop in the 3 ” hole, and tur ning the height adjustment stop so t[...]

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    25 Section 3: Adjustments 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Refer to Figure 3-13: 9. Star t the lev eling process on the left front side of the mower . 10. Set the amount of threads on the deck lift rod to protrude approximately 1” pass [...]

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    26 Section 3: Adjustments Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Refer to Figure 3-13 on page 25: 27. Compress the deck lift assist springs so that there is 1” of space between the front nut and on the spring and the rear nut on the deck lift[...]

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    27 Section 4: Options & Accessories 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Snow Plow Refer to Figure 4-1: Get more use from your Zero Turn Mower by attaching a front mount snow blade. Available in 60" and 72" widths, this blade ea[...]

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    28 Section 4: Options & Accessories Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Grass Catcher Refer to Figure 4-5: Collect your fresh cut grass with a rear mount or side mount Grass Catcher. Grass collection systems are available through: Humbol[...]

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    29 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstic k 2. Fuel Filter 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Dr ain Plug 5. Battery (located un[...]

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    30 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents NOTES: 1. Initial engine oil and oil filter change is after the first 5 hours of operation. Thereafter , change engine oil and oil filter e very 50 hours of oper[...]

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    31 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Maintenance ! WARNING Read and observe all safety warnings in this manual and in the engine service manual. ! WARNING Except when chec king or changing component[...]

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    32 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Tires Use only tires recommended by Land Pride. Solid fill tires are not to be used on the Razor mower. It is important for your safety and the safety of others [...]

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    33 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Refer to Figure 5-4: Remove the cover over the fuse to access the fuse. 20amp Fuse W/Cover Remo ved Figure 5-4 Before attempting any diagnosis of electrical syst[...]

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    34 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents 5. Clean transaxle e xter ior and expansion tank of an y debris. A degreaser ma y be needed. 6. Mov e actuator ar m (#2) out of the way and unscre w the used oil[...]

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    35 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Transaxle Purging Procedures It is critical that air is purged from the hydrostatic drive system to keep it efficient. This is because compression and expansion [...]

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    36 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Clean dirt from around fuel tank cap, remove cap and begin filling. Do not fill fuel tanks to the top if mowing on hilly terrain or in hot weather. Gas can rise [...]

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    37 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Oil Filter , Drain & Filler T ube (Honda Engine Shown) Figure 5-10 Refer to Figure 5-10 on page 37: The oil fill and dipstick are located on the right hand s[...]

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    38 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents 9. Re-tension idler pulley (#4) b y tur ning the over- center-release bolt (#9) clockwise . T ension belt per “Deck Drive Belt Adjustment ” section on page 2[...]

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    39 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Mower Blade Maintenance Blade Inspection Check the mower blades daily, they are the key to power efficiency and well groomed turf. Keep them sharp, a dull blade [...]

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    40 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents ! WARNING F ailure to corr ectly tor que the bolt may r esult in the loss of the blade which can cause serious injury . Comparison of W arped and Straight Blades[...]

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    41 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Lubrication Points 50 Multi-purpose spray lube Multi-purpose grease lube Intervals in hours at which lubrication is required Lubrication Legend Left Blade Spindl[...]

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    42 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Front Axle Center Pivot Remove floor panel above deck to access 1 Zerk Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As required 23707 100/M Hours 23685 S[...]

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    43 Section 5: Specifications & Capacities 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Section 5: Specifications & Capacities Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor ® (S/N 526171+) Engine Specifications Engine T ype Briggs & Stratton Honda Mower Mo[...]

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    44 Section 5: Specifications & Capacities Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Starter 12-volt (.8 KW), solenoid shift positive engagement. w/Honda Engine 12-volt (.8 KW), industrial Star ter w/Br iggs & Stratton Engine Charging Syst[...]

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    45 Section 6: Features and Benefits 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Section 6: Features and Benefits Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor ® (S/N 526171+) Features Benefits 44” or 52” Cutting width Sized and priced right for residential o wne[...]

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    46 Section 7: T r oubleshooting Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Section 7: T roubleshooting Symptoms Probab le Causes Suggested Remedies Starting motor does not crank Control ar ms are not in park position or park switch is out of adjust[...]

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    47 Section 7: T r oubleshooting 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Low oil pressure (Indicated by oil light on while engine is running.) Low oil le vel Add oil Oil diluted or too light Change oil and check f or source of contamination High [...]

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    48 Section 8: Appendix Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M 1/12/09 Land Pride T able of Contents Torque Values Chart in-tpi 1 N·m ft-lb 3 N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb mm x pitch N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb 1/4" - 20 7.4 5.6 11 8 16 12 M 5 X 0.8 436597 1/4" - 2[...]

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    49 Section 8: Appendix 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Zero T urning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor ® 357-187M Land Pride T able of Contents Warranty Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the end[...]

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    Corporate Office: P .O. Bo x 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA www .landpride .com[...]