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Table of Contents
RCP2560 & RCPM2560 Series
Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter
316-057M
Operator’s Manual
4/28/08
18671
Table of Contents
RCP2560 & RCPM2560 Series Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316-057M 4/28/08
Land Pride
Table of Contents
©Copyright 2008 All rights Reserved
Land Pride provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Land
Pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Land Pride reserves
the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit. This publicationdescribes the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future.
Land Pride is a registered trademark.
All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Printed in the United States of America.
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Serial Number Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Further Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Section 2: Assembly & Set-up . . . . . . . . . .9
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Preparation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Dealer Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3-Point Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
PTO Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hydraulic Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Electrical Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Functional Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Operator Protective Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting Flow Control Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Section 3: Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Hydraulic Cylinder Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Marking Hydraulic Line Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Section 4: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Deck Level Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Section 5: Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Section 6: Operating Procedures . . . . . .24
Breakaway Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Tension Bolt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Breakaway Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Section 7: Maintenance & Lubrication . .27
Lubrication Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Parallel Arm Cutter Zerks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
PTO Zerks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Driveline Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Blade Servicing (Replacement) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Tractor Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Section 8: Specifications & Capacities . .31
Section 9: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . .33
Section 10: Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
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Important Safety Information
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Important Safety Information
▲
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Safety at All Times
Thoroughly read and understand
the instructions given in this
manual before operation. Refer to
the “Safety Label” section, read
all instructions noted on them.
Do not allow anyone to operate
this equipment who has not fully
read and comprehended this
manual and who has not been
properly trained in the safe
operation of the equipment.
▲Operator should be familiar with
all functions of the unit.
▲Operate implement from the
driver’s seat only.
▲Make sure all guards and shields
are in place and secured before
operating the implement.
▲Do not leave tractor or implement
unattended with engine running.
▲Dismounting from a moving
tractor could cause serious injury
or death.
▲Do not stand between the tractor
and implement during hitching.
▲Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power-driven parts.
▲Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid
entanglement with moving parts.
▲Watch out for wires, trees, etc.,
when raising implement. Make
sure all persons are clear of
working area.
▲Turning tractor too tight may
cause implement to ride up on
wheels. This could result in injury
or equipment damage.
!Look For The Safety Alert Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence and proper training of personnel involved in
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
Be Aware of
Signal Words
A Signal word designates a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The
signal words are:
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is limited to the most
extreme situations, typically for
machine components that, for
functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
!DANGER
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
!WARNING
!CAUTION
For Your Protection
▲Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read all
instructions noted on them.
Shutdown and Storage
▲Lower machine to ground, put
tractor in park, turn off engine, and
remove the key.
▲Detach and store implements in a
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement by
using blocks and supports.
OFF
REMOVE
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Important Safety Information
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Transport
Machinery Safely
▲Comply with state and local laws.
▲Maximum transport speed for
implement is 20 mph. DO NOT
EXCEED. Never travel at a speed
which does not allow adequate
control of steering and stopping.
Some rough terrain require a
slower speed.
▲Sudden braking can cause a
towed load to swerve and upset.
Reduce speed if towed load is not
equipped with brakes.
▲Use the following maximum
speed - tow load weight ratios as
a guideline:
20 mph when weight is less
than or equal to the weight of
tractor.
10 mph when weight is double
the weight of tractor.
IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load that
is more than double the weight of
tractor.
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
▲Slow moving tractors, self-
propelled equipment, and towed
implements can create a hazard
when driven on public roads. They
are difficult to see, especially at
night.
▲Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended
whenever driving on public roads.
Use lights and devices provided
with implement.
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲Understand procedure before
doing work. Use proper tools and
equipment, refer to Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
▲Work in a clean dry area.
▲Lower the implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
▲Allow implement to cool
completely.
▲Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
▲Inspect all parts. Make sure parts
are in good condition & installed
properly.
▲Remove buildup of grease, oil or
debris.
▲Remove all tools and unused
parts from implement before
Use A Safety Chain
▲A safety chain will help control
drawn machinery should it
separate from the tractor
drawbar.
▲Use a chain with the strength
rating equal to or greater than
the gross weight of the towed
machinery.
▲Attach the chain to the tractor
drawbar support or other
specified anchor location. Allow
only enough slack in the chain to
permit turning.
▲Do not use safety chain for
towing.
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Important Safety Information
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Prepare for Emergencies
▲Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲Keep a first aid kit and fire
extinguisher handy.
▲Keep emergency numbers for
doctor, ambulance, hospital and
fire department near phone.
911
Wear
Protective Equipment
▲Protectiveclothingand equipment
should be worn.
▲Wear clothing and equipment
appropriate for the job. Avoid
loose fitting clothing.
▲Prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause hearing impairment or
hearing loss. Wear suitable
hearing protection such as
earmuffs or earplugs.
▲Operating equipment safely
requires the full attention of the
operator. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
Keep Riders
Off Machinery
▲Riders obstruct the operator’s
view, they could be struck by
foreign objects or thrown from the
machine.
▲Never allow children to operate
equipment.
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
▲Escapingfluid under pressurecan
penetratethe skin causingserious
injury.
▲Avoid the hazard by relieving
pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines or performing work
on the system.
▲Make sure all hydraulic fluid
connections are tight and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in
good condition before applying
pressure to the system.
▲Use a piece of paper or
cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to
check for suspected leaks.
▲Wear protective gloves and safety
glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems.
▲If an accident occurs, see a
doctor immediately. Any fluid
injected into the skin must be
treated within a few hours or
gangrene may result.
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Important Safety Information
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818-229C
Amber Reflectors
12319
818-230C
Red Reflector
12320
818-045C
Warning - Pinch Point Hazard
12326
818-339C
Warning - High
Pressure Fluid
Hazard
12121
Safety Labels
Your cutter comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They
were designed to help you safely operate your implement. Read
and follow their directions.
1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.
2. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new
labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer.
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as
specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components
make sure the correct safety labels are included in the
request.
4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.
To install new labels:
a. Clean the area the label is to be placed.
b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to
be placed.
c. Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface.
d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.
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Important Safety Information
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818-390C
Warning -
Thrown Object
Hazard
818-180C
Danger -
Thrown Object
Hazard Keep
Away!
818-142C
Danger - Rotating Driveline Hazard
12322
12321
12429
818-230C
Red Reflector
12323
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Important Safety Information
RCP2560 & RCPM2560 Series Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316-057M 4/28/08
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818-391C
Warning - Tractor
Roll Over Hazard
818-186C
Danger - Keep Away Rotating Blade Hazard
818-403C
(Used on 540 rpm PTO only)
Caution - 540 RPM PTO
12222
12325
12324
818-141C
Danger - Thrown Object Hazard
12325
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Important Safety Information
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818-350C
Caution - General
Safety Information
818-003C
Slow Moving Vehicle Emblem
818-484C
(Used on 1000 rpm PTO only)
Important - 1000 rpm PTO
818-338C
Caution! General Safety Information
13568
12222
13568
12324
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Section 1: Introduction
RCP2560 & RCPM2560 Series Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316-057M 4/28/08
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Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
This Cutter has been designed with care and built by
skilledworkersusingqualitymaterials.Properassembly,
maintenance, and safe operating practices will help you
get years of satisfactory use from the machine.
Application
The RCP2560 Series Hydraulic Parallel Arm Rotary
Cutters are designed and built by Land Pride to provide
excellentcuttingperformanceonditchbanksandsloping
areas adjacent to right-of-ways, lakes, ponds and
streams. They are designed to work equally as well in
and around areas of restricted access such as over or
under fences, guardrails, low overhanging branches,
tree limbs, and hedges. These units perform extremely
well in tall grass cutting applications and will easily cut
through standing brush up to two inches in diameter.
The RCP2560 series is adapted for Category 2 or 3
three-point hitch mounting on 75 to 150 hp. tractors
weighing 7000 lbs. or more. Pump and reservoir system
require either 540 or 1000 input rpm. Cutter drive and
tractor will need to be equipped with, depending upon
operator configuration, one to four hydraulic outlets to
operate the cutters lift/extension/rotation arm.
SeeSection8:Specifications&Capacitiesonpage31for
additional information and performance enhancing
options.
Using This Manual
•This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments,
troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manual
and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe
and efficient operation.
•The information contained within this manual was
current at the time of printing. Some parts may change
slightly to assure you of the best performance.
•To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual contact
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be
downloaded, free-of-charge from our website at
www.landpride.com or printed from the Land Pride
Service & Support Center by your dealer.
Terminology
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by
facing the direction the machine will operate while in use
unless otherwise stated.
Definitions
NOTE: A special point of information that the
operator must be aware of before continuing.
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related
to its preceding topic. Land Pride’s intention is that
this information should be read and noted before
continuing.
Owner Assistance
The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by
the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
If customer service or repair parts are required contact a
LandPridedealer.Adealerhastrainedpersonnel,repair
parts and equipment needed to service the cutter.
The parts on your cutter have been specially designed
and should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride
parts. Therefore, should your cutter require replacement
parts go to your Land Pride Dealer.
Serial Number Plate
For prompt service always use the serial number and
modelnumber whenordering parts fromyour LandPride
dealer.Besuretoincludeyourserialandmodel numbers
incorrespondencealso.Refer to Figure 1forthelocation
of your serial number plate.
Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
Further Assistance
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new
cutter.Ifforanyreasonyoudonotunderstand anypartof
thismanual orare notsatisfied withthe service received,
the following actions are suggested:
1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service
manager making sure he is aware of any problems
you may have and that he has had the opportunity to
assist you.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership, explain the
problem and request assistance.
3. For further assistance write to:
Land Pride Service Department
1525 East North Street
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, Ks. 67402-5060
E-mail address
lpser[email protected]
22008
22008
Section 1: Introduction