Land Pride Rotary Cutter RCR2684 User manual

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312-785M
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RCR2684
Rotary Cutter
Operator’s Manual
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Table of Contents
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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Serial Number Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Further Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Section 1: Assembly and Set-up . . . . . . . .8
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Vent Plug With Dipstick Installation . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Hitch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Manual Storage Tube Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Check Chain Installation (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Front and Rear Safety Guard Options . . . . . . . . .10
Front Safety Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Rear Chain Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Single Tailwheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Dual Tailwheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3-Point Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Driveline Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Driveline Minimum Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Section 2: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Leveling Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Deck Leveling From Left to Right . . . . . . . . . . 15
Deck Leveling From Front to Rear . . . . . . . . . 15
Top Center Link Length Adjustment . . . . . . . . 15
Cutter Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Single Tailwheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Dual Tailwheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Section 3: Operating Instructions . . . . . .18
Operating Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Un-hooking the Rotary Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cutting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Section 4: Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Front and Rear Safety Guard Options . . . . . . . . .21
Front Rubber Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Front Chain Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Rear Chain Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Hitch/Wheel Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
3-Point Hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Single Leveling Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Dual Leveling Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Check Chain Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication . .24
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Cutter Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Driveline Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Clutch Run-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Clutch Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Clutch Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Clutch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Storage Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Tailwheel Spindle Tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Tailwheel Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Driveline U-Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Driveline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Inner Tube Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Section 6: Specifications & Capacities . .29
Section 7: Features and Benefits . . . . . .30
Section 8: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . .31
Section 9: Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes . . . .32
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

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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.
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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 cutter to the ground,
put tractor in park, turn off engine,
and remove key before preforming
maintenance.
▲Do not grease or oil cutter 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 pars
from the cutter before operation.
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
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.
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.

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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.
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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Safety Labels
Your Rotary Cutter comes equipped with all safety labels in
place. They were designed to help you safely operate your im-
plement. 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.
818-543C
Danger:
PTO Guard Missing
818-130C
Caution:
540 RPM
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Danger: PTO Driveline
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818-230C
Red Reflector
818-540C
Danger: Guard Missing
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818-540C
Danger: Guard Missing
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ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!

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818-830C
Safety: Combo
818-556C
Danger: Thrown Object Hazard
818-564C
Danger: Rotating Blades - Keep Away
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Introduction
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Introduction 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 Rotary
Cutter.
The parts on your Rotary Cutter have been specially
designedandshouldonlybereplaced with genuine Land
Prideparts.Therefore,should your Rotary Cutterrequire
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
Rotary Cutter. If for any reason you do not understand
any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the
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]
26625
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
ThisRotary Cutterhasbeen designedwith care andbuilt
by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper
assembly, maintenance, and safe operating practices
will help you get years of satisfactory use from the
machine.
Application
The medium duty RCR2684 Rotary Cutter is built and
designed by Land Pride for cutting on gently sloping
or slightly contoured right-of-ways, pastures, set aside
acres, and row crop fields. Its 84" cutting width makes
it compatible with the more maneuverable and lower
60 to 110 horsepower tractors with 540 rpm PTO and
category II or III three point hitches. Also it is Quick-Hitch
adaptable. The driveline is protected with a 4 plate slip
clutch.
Thecutterclearsgrass,weeds,andlight brush up to2"in
diameter and has a cutting height range of 2" to 12" with
a cutting blade tip speed of 14,370 fpm. This unit comes
with a standard 3/16” x 27" heavy-duty oval stump
jumper and replaceable skid shoes. Optional rubber
deflectors or chain guard selections are available.
See “Section 6: Specifications & Capacities” on page 29
and “Section 7: Features and Benefits” on page 30 for
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.
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
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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up
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Section 1: Assembly and Set-up
Tractor Requirements
Tractor horsepower should be within the range noted
below. Tractors outside the horsepower range must not
be used.
Horsepower Rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-110 HP
Rear PTO Shaft Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3/8”-6 Spline
Rear PTO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540RPM
Hitch Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-Point Cat. II or III
Tractor Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See Note Below
Vent Plug With Dipstick Installation
Refer to Figure 1-1:
A vent plug with dipstick is included in the bag with this
manual. Remove temporary solid plug from top of
gearbox and replace with vent plug and dipstick.
Hitch Assembly
Refer to Figure 1-1 for Cat. II & Cat. III Hitches:
1. Assembly hitch straps (#4 & #5) to clevis plates with
1 1/4” SAE flat washers (#22) and 1 1/4”-12 top lock
nuts (#14).
2. Assemble hitch braces (#1) to rear strap lugs with
5/8"-11 x 1 1/2" bolts (#11), spacers (#2), 5/8” flat
washers (#19) and 5/8" lock nuts (#17).
NOTE: In order to maintain steering control, ballast
may need to be added to your tractor. To determine
whether or not to add ballast, refer to your tractor’s
operator manual.
IMPORTANT: RCR2684RotaryCuttersareshipped
with a solid plug in the gear box to prevent loss of oil
during shipping and handling. Before operating the
cutter, replace solid plug with a vent plug.
NOTE: Do not tighten hardware until assembly
is complete. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for
Common Bolt Sizes” on page 32.
IMPORTANT:
Refer to Figure 1-1 & Figure 1-2:
Bushing (#3), bolt (#6B) & stop pin (#9) are installed
in one set of holes for Cat. II set-up (Figure 1-1) and
in another set of holes for Cat. III set-up (Figure 1-2
& Figure 1-3). Be sure you know which Category
your 3-point hitch is and that your following
instructions for your hitch Category.
Refer to Figure 1-1 for Cat. II Hitch
And Figures 1-2 & 1-3 for Cat. III Hitch:
3. (See Important note below for Cat. III hook-up.)
Insert 1”-8 x 4 1/2” GR5 hex head bolt (#12) through
left hand hitch strap (#4), 1 1/4” OD Bushing (#3),
right hand hitch strap (#5) and 1” lock washer (#21).
Secure with 1”-8 hex nut (#13).
Refer to Figure 1-1 for Cat. II & Cat. III Hitches:
4. Insert 3/4”-10 x 4” GR5 hex head bolt (#6A) through
left hand hitch strap (#4), 3/4” flat washer (#20), rear
bracehinge (#7A),11/4”ODx11/32” lg spacer (#8),
rear brace hinge (#7B), 3/4” flat washer (#20) and
right hand hitch strap (#5). Secure with 3/4” hex
flange lock nut (#15). Draw hex flange lock
nut (#15) up snug and then back off 1/4 turn.
5. Insertstoppin(#9)throughthetworearbracehinges
(#7A & #7B). Secure between the two braces with
cotter pins (#23). Bend cotter pins legs to prevent
them from falling out.
6. Rotate hitch straps (#4 & #5) and hitch braces (#1)
up as shown.
7. Insert 3/4”-10 x 4” GR5 hex head bolt (#6B) through
left hitch brace (#1), 3/4” flat washer (#20), left rear
bracehinge (#7A),11/4”ODx11/32” lg spacer (#8),
right rear brace hinge (#7B), 3/4” flat washer (#20)
and right hitch brace (#1). Secure with 3/4” hex
flange lock nut (#15). Draw hex flange lock
nut (#15) up snug and then back off 1/4 turn.
8. Tighten hex nuts (#13, #14 & #17) to the correct
torque.
Manual Storage Tube Assembly
Refer to Figure 1-1:
1. Attach manual storage tube (#25) to the cutter deck
withtwo1/4”-20GR5hexheadcapscrews(#11),flat
washers(#19)andhexheadnuts(#17).Tightennuts
to the correct torque.
IMPORTANT: Special Cat. III Hook-Up Instructions.
Refer to Figure 1-2:
Bolt (#12) and spacer (#3) is installed in the top hole
when attaching the mower to a tractor with a quick
hitch set-up.
Refer to Figure 1-3:
Bolt (#12) and spacer (#3) is installed in the bottom
hole when attaching the mower to the tractor’s
3-point hitch system.