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RCF2060 and RCF2072
Operator’s Manual
Rotary Cutters
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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Terminology: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Definitions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Further Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Section 1: Assembly & Set-up . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Torque Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Uncrating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Gearbox Vented Dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3-Point Hitch & Tailwheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Driveline Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Hook-Up Driveline to Tractor PTO . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Check Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Check Driveline Collapsible Length . . . . . . . . . . 12
Shorten Driveline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Check Driveline Maximum Length . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Check Driveline Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Section 2: Accessory & Options Set-up . . . 14
Replaceable Skid Shoes (Accessory) . . . . . . . . . . 14
Optional Front Guards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Front Single Chain Guard Assembly . . . . . . . . . 14
Front Rubber Guard Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Optional Rear Guards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Removal of Rear Metal Band Deflector . . . . . . . 15
Rear Single Chain Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Rear Rubber Guard installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Section 3: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Deck Leveling & Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Deck Leveling From Left to Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Deck Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Tailwheel Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Tractor Center 3-Point Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Section 4: Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . 18
Operating Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Inspection of Tractor & Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Blade Engagement & Disengagement . . . . . . . . . . 20
Blade Engagement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Blade Disengagement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Unhook Rotary Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Field Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication . . . . . 22
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cutter Blade Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Driveline Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Shearbolt Protected Drivelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Slip-Clutch Protected Drivelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Clutch Run-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Clutch Assembly and Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Accessory Skid Shoe Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Long Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Ordering Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Lubrication Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Gauge Wheel Spindle Tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Gauge Wheel Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Driveline U-Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Driveline Shield Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Driveline Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Section 6: Specifications & Capacities . . . . . 28
Section 7: Features & Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Section 8: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Section 9: Torque values Chart . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Section 10: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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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.
Parts Manual QR Locator
The QR (Quick Reference) code on the
cover and to the left will take you to the
Parts Manual for this equipment.
Download the appropriate App on your
smart phone, open the App, point your
phone on the QR code and take a picture.
Dealer QR Locator
The QR code on the left will
link you to available dealers
for Land Pride products.
Refer to Parts Manual QR
Locator on this page for
detailed instructions.
!
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
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.
The operator must not use drugs
or alcohol as they can change the
alertness or coordination of that
person while operating equipment.
The operator should, if taking over-
the-counter drugs, seek medical
advice on whether he/she can
safely operate the equipment.
Operator should be familiar with all
functions of the tractor and
attachments, and be able to
handle emergencies quickly.
Make sure all guards and shields
are in place and secured before
operating implement.
Keep all bystanders away from
equipment and work area.
Operator must start tractor and
operate controls from the driver’s
seat only. Never from the ground.
Do not leave tractor or implement
unattended with engine running.
Dismounting from a moving tractor
can cause serious injury or death.
Do not allow anyone to stand
between tractor and implement
while backing up to implement.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power-driven parts.
Watch out for fences, trees, rocks,
wires, etc., while operating and
transporting implement.
Turning tractor too tight may cause
hitched machinery 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.
For Your Protection
Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read
all instructions noted on them.
Tractor Shutdown & Storage
If engaged, disengage PTO.
Lower attached implement to
ground, put tractor in park or set
park brake, turn off engine, and
remove switch key to prevent
unauthorized starting.
Wait for all components to come to
a complete stop before leaving the
operator’s seat.
Detach and store implement in an
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement using
blocks and supports.
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this manual.
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 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.
Maximum transport speed for an
attached implement is 20 mph. DO
NOT EXCEED. Never travel at a
speed which does not allow
adequate control of steering and
stopping. Some rough terrains
require a slower speed.
As a guideline, use the following
maximum speed weight ratios for
an attached implement:
20 mph when weight of attached
implement is less than or equal to
the weight of machine towing the
implement.
10 mph when weight of attached
implement exceeds weight of
machine towing implement but
not more than double the weight.
IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the weight
of the machine towing the load.
Transport
Machinery Safely
Comply with state and local laws.
Use towing vehicle and trailer of
adequate size and capacity.
Secure equipment towed on a
trailer with tie downs and chains.
Sudden braking can cause a trailer
to swerve and upset. Reduce
speed if trailer is not equipped with
brakes.
Avoid contact with any over head
utility lines or electrically charged
conductors.
Engage park brake when stopped
on an incline.
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 attached implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
Allow implement to cool before
working on it.
Disconnect battery ground cable (-)
before servicing or adjusting
electrical systems or before welding
on implement.
Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
Inspect all parts. Make certain
parts are in good condition &
installed properly.
Replace parts on this machine with
genuine Land Pride parts only. Do
not alter this machine in a way
which will adversely affect its
performance.
Remove buildup of grease, oil, or
debris.
Remove all tools and unused parts
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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
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious
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.
DO NOT DELAY. If an accident
occurs, see a doctor familiar with
this type of injury immediately.Any
fluid injected into the skin or eyes
must be treated within
a few hours or
gangrene may
result.
Keep Riders Off
Machinery
Never carry riders or use
machinery as a person lift.
Riders obstruct operator’s view.
Riders could be struck by foreign
objects or thrown from the
machine.
Never allow children to operate
equipment.
Wear
Protective Equipment
Wear protective clothing and
equipment appropriate for the job
such as safety shoes, safety
glasses, hard hat, and ear plugs.
Clothing should fit snug without
fringes and pull strings to avoid
entanglement with moving parts.
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 operator’s full
attention. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
Use Seat Belt and ROPS
Operate only tractors equipped
with a Roll-Over Protective
Structure (ROPS) and seat belt.
Keep folding ROPS in the “locked
up” position at all times.
Fasten seat belt snugly and
securely to help protect against
serious injury or death from falling
and machine overturn.
Wear protective equipment such
as a hard hat, safety shoes, safety
glasses, and ear plugs.
Tire Safety
Tire changing can be dangerous
and should be performed by
trained personnel using the
correct tools and equipment.
When inflating tires, use a clip-on
chuck and extension hose long
enough to allow you to stand to
one side and NOT in front of or
over the tire assembly. Use a
safety cage if available.
When removing and installing
wheels, use wheel handling
equipment adequate for the
weight involved.

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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
implement. Read and follow their directions.
1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.
2. Refer to this section for proper label placement. Replace
all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from your
nearest Land Pride dealer. To find your nearest dealer,
visit our dealer locator at www.landpride.com.
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as
818-130C
Caution: 540 RPM
818-543C
Danger: Guard Missing
(2 places)
30996
30996
30995
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 surface area where label is to be placed.
b. Spray soapy water onto the cleaned area.
c. Peelbackingfromlabelandpresslabelfirmlyontothe
surface.
d. Squeeze out air bubbles with edge of a credit card or
with a similar type of straight edge.

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818-556C
Danger: Thrown Object
818-564C
Danger: Rotating Blades
818-142C
Danger: Rotating Driveline
30996
30995
30995
30995
838-614C
2" x 9" Red Reflector
(2 places)

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818-552C
Danger: Rotating Driveline
ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
818-540C
Danger: Guard Missing
818-830C
Safety Combo
24597
24597
30996

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Introduction
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Introduction
Owner Assistance
The Online Warranty Registration or Warranty
Registration card should be completed by the dealer at
the time of purchase. This information is necessary to
provide you with quality customer service.
The parts on your Rotary Cutter have been specially
designed by Land Pride and should only be replaced with
genuine Land Pride parts. Contact a Land Pride dealer if
customer service or repair parts are required.Your Land
Pride dealer has trained personnel, repair parts, and
equipment needed to service the implement.
Serial Number
Model No. _____________Serial No. ______________
For quick reference and prompt service, record model
number and serial number in the spaces provided above
and again on warranty page 33. Always provide model
number and serial number when ordering parts and in all
correspondences with your Land Pride dealer. Refer to
Figure 1 for location of your serial number.
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 that person is aware of any
problems you may have and 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
[email protected]
30994
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
This Rotary Cutter has been designed with care and built
by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper
assembly, maintenance, and safe operating practices will
help you get years of satisfactory use from this machine.
Application
Land Pride’s RCF20 Series Rotary Cutters are built and
designed by Land Pride for cutting on gentle slopes or
slightly contoured right-of-ways, pastures, around the
farm, or around town. The cutting widths, 60" for
RCF2060 and 72" for RCF2072, are compatible with the
more maneuverable 20 to 65 horsepower tractors with
540 RPM PTO speed. These cutters have a Category I
3-point hitch that is Quick Hitch adaptable. The standard
ASAE Category III driveline is offered with either shear
bolt or slip-clutch protection and the tailwheel is offered
laminated or solid rubber.
RCF20 Series cutters cut through grass, weeds, and light
brush up to 2 in. diameter and have a cutting height range
of 1-1/ 2" to 12". Cutting blade tip speed for the RCF2060
is 16,363 FPM and for the RCF2072 is
14,955 FPM. These units come with 24" diameter
standard-duty stump jumpers. A metal band shield is
standard equipment for the rear. Optional shields for the
front and rear are rubber deflectors and chain guards.
See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 28 and
“Features & Benefits” on page 30 for additional
information and performance enhancing options.
Using This Manual
•This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
the operator 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:
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related
to the following topic. Land Pride’s intention is this
information must be read & noted before continuing.
NOTE: A special point of information that the
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-up
Gearbox Vented Dipstick
Refer to Figure 1-1:
A vented dipstick is shipped loose and packaged with the
Operator’s Manual. Remove temporary solid plug from
top of gearbox and replace with vented dipstick. See your
nearest Land Pride dealer if dipstick is missing.
Gearbox Vented Dipstick Installation
Figure 1-1
3-Point Hitch & Tailwheel Assembly
Refer to Figure 1-2 on page 9:
1. Bushings (#4) are zip tied to top hitch (#19).
2. Snap ring (#6) is shipped stored on clevis pin (#18).
Remove hairpin cotter (#16), clevis pin (#18), and
snap ring (#6).
3. Reattach clevis pin (#18) to A-frames (#2) with
hairpin cotter (#16). Keep snap ring (#6) for driveline
assembly.
4. Remove flat washers (#14) and lock nuts (#12) from
bolts (#7A).
5. Reattach A-frames (#2) with 5/8"-11 x 2" GR5
bolts (#7A), bushings (#4), flat washers (#14), and
lock nuts (#12). Tighten lock nuts (#12).
6. Unbolt short crossbar of tailwheel A-frame (#1) from
adjusting bracket.
7. Attach A-frame (#1) and 11/16" diameter holes in rear
brace bars (#3) to the rear deck lugs as shown using
5/8"-11 x 2" GR5 bolts (#7B) and hex flange lock nuts
(#12). Draw lock nuts up snug and then back off 1/4
turn.
IMPORTANT: Rotary Cutters are shipped with a
solid plug in the gearbox to prevent loss of oil during
shipping and handling. The solid plug on top of the
gearbox must be replaced with a vented dipstick. Do
not operate cutter without vented dipstick installed.
30216
DO NOT
OVERFILL!
Oil Level
Plug
Remove
Solid Plug Install
Vented Dipstick
Tractor Requirements
Tractor horsepower and hitch category should be within
the range noted below. Tractors outside the horsepower
range must not be used.
Tractor Horsepower Rating . . . . . . . . . . . .20 to 65 HP
Hitch Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cat I
PTO Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .540 RPM
PTO Shaft Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3/8"-6 Spline
!WARNING
Front tractor weights and/or ballast to tires may be required
to offset weight of implement. Consult your tractor manual to
determine if additional ballast is required.
Torque Requirements
Refer to “Torque Values Chart” on page 32 to
determine correct torque values for common bolts. See
“Additional Torque Values” at bottom of chart for
exceptions to standard torque values.
Uncrating Instructions
!WARNING
Always secure cutter with an overhead crane, fork lift, or
other suitable lifting device before removing hardware bags,
shipping components, bands, lag screws, and hitch pins. The
cutter can suddenly fall causing serious injury or death.
1. Secure cutter with a hoist or other lifting device
before removing shipping hardware.
2. Cut shipping straps securing driveline and hitch
straps (#5) to the shipping crate. Remove driveline
from shipping crate and lay gently hitch straps down
onto the shipping crate.
3. 5-pack only: Remove bar at the top connecting this
cutter to other cutters. Be sure to replace the bolts in
the cutter and to tighten it to the correct torque.
4. Remove lag screws securing front face of cutter to
the crate.
5. Using lifting device, remove tension on hitch pins
securing clevis plates to shipping crate.
6. Remove hitch pins from clevis plates and lift cutter
from shipping crate.
7. Gently lower cutter onto the working area. Be careful
not to allow hitch straps (#5) to fall onto the plastic
manual tube.
NOTE: When lowering cutter onto the working area,
keep hitch straps (#5) from falling onto the manual
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14. Install second machine washer (#15) on pivot shaft of
tailwheel (#5) and secure with roll pin (#17).
NOTE: After assembly of hitch and tailwheel, push
on top of A-frame assembly (#2). It should rotate
backward and floating top link (#19) should rotate
upward. If they are too stiff to rotate, loosen nuts
(#11) until they will rotate freely.
Hitch Assembly
Figure 1-2
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8. Attach tailwheel A-frame (#1) to adjusting bracket
with 5/8"-11 x 1 1/2" carriage bolt (#10) and 5/8" top
lock nut (#13). Tighten locknut to the correct torque.
9. Rotate A-frame/floating top hitch (#2 & #19) up and
rotate left rear brace (#3) up until holes in rear
braces (#3) align with hole in floating top hitch (#19).
10. Insert 3/4"-10 x 4" GR5 bolt (#8) into the left rear
brace (#3), floating top hitch (#19), and right rear
brace (#3).
11. Secure bolt (#8) with hex flange lock nut (#11). Draw
lock nut (#11) up snug and then back off 1/4 turn.
12. Install one machine washer (#15) on pivot shaft of
tailwheel (#5).
13. Insert tailwheel pivot shaft (#5) into tailwheel
A-frame (#1).
IMPORTANT: See Detail A in Figure 1-2. Floating
top hitch (#19) must be installed with ears (#20)
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Driveline Installation
!DANGER
Do not engage tractor PTO while hooking-up and unhooking
driveline or while someone is standing near the driveline. A
person’s body and/or clothing can become entangled in the
driveline resulting in serious injury or death.
!DANGER
All guards and shields must be installed and in good working
condition while operating implement to avoid injury or death.
!WARNING
Always disengage PTO, put tractor in park or set park brake,
shut tractor engine off, remove ignition key, and wait for
blades to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor.
!WARNING
Do not over-speed PTO or equipment breakage may result.
Some tractors are equipped with multispeed PTO ranges. Be
certain your tractor’s PTO does not exceed 540 RPM.
!WARNING
Do not use a PTO adapter. APTO adapter will increase strain
on the tractor’s PTO shaft resulting in possible damage to
shaft and driveline. It will also defeat the purpose of the
tractor’s PTO shield and could cause bodily injury or death.
IMPORTANT: An additional driveline may be
required if the implement is hooked to different
tractors or when implementing a Quick Hitch.
IMPORTANT: The driveline must be lubricated
before putting it into service. Refer to “Lubrication
Points” on page 26.
Refer to Figure 1-3:
1. Remove rubber protective sleeve (#7) from gearbox
input shaft and discard.
2. Unsnap side access covers (#4) from both sides of
the gearbox shield. Save covers for reuse.
3. Remove bolt (#2) from end of driveline (#5).
4. Slide driveline (#5) onto gearbox input shaft until
holes in driveline yoke align with hole in gearbox
input shaft.
5. Insert bolt (#2) through driveline yoke and gearbox
input shaft.
6. Secure bolt with removed nut (#3). Tighten hex nut to
the correct torque.
7. Skip to step #8 if installing a slip clutch driveline.
8. If driveline (#5) has a shear bolt instead of a slip
clutch, install snap ring (#1) onto the gearbox input
shaft groove. Discard snap ring if driveline has a slip
clutch.
9. Reinstall access covers (#4).
10. Raise driveline (#5) up and rotate driveline hook (#6)
down.
11. Lower driveline (#5) until resting in driveline
hook (#6).
12. Continue with “Tractor Hook-Up” on page 11.
IMPORTANT: The tractor PTO shaft and gearbox
input shaft must be aligned and level with each other
when hooking-up the driveline to the tractor.
NOTE: Snap ring (#1) is for extra security should
driveline shear bolt (#2) break. Do not use snap ring
with a slip clutch driveline.
Driveline Installation
Figure 1-3
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Tractor Hook-Up
Refer to Figure 1-4:
!DANGER
A Crushing Hazard exists while hooking-up and unhooking
implement. Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor and
implement while backing-up to implement or pulling away
from implement. Do not operate hydraulic 3-point lift controls
while someone is directly behind tractor or near implement.
A 3-point Category I or II hitch is required. The lower
3-point arms of the 3-point hitch must be stabilized to
prevent side-to-side movement. Most tractors have sway
blocks or adjustable chains for this purpose.
1. Locate cutter on a flat level surface.
2. Slowly back tractor up to the Rotary Cutter while
using the tractor’s 3-point hydraulic control to align
lower 3-point arm holes with hitch pin holes “A”.
3. Engage tractor park brake, shut tractor engine off,
and remove key before dismounting from tractor.
4. Attach lower lift arms to clevises with hitch pins (#1)
and secure with linchpins (#2).
5. Connect top center 3-point link to upper hitch with
clevis pin (#3) and hairpin cotter (#4).
6. The tractor’s lower 3-point lift arms should be
adjusted for lateral float. Please consult your tractor’s
manual for adjusting instructions.
NOTE: Land Pride’s Quick Hitch can be attached to
the tractor to provide quick and easy 3-point hook-
up and detachment. See your nearest Land Pride
dealer to purchase a Quick-Hitch.
Hook-Up Driveline to Tractor PTO
Refer to Figure 1-4:
1. Park tractor on a level surface. Place gear selector in
park or set park brake. Make sure PTO is
disengaged.
2. Slowly engage tractor 3-point lift lever to raise cutter
until gearbox input shaft is at the same height as the
tractor PTO shaft.
3. Support cutter deck at this height with support jacks
or blocks to keep cutter from drifting down.
4. Shut tractor engine off and remove switch key.
5. Lift driveline (#5) off of driveline support (#6).
6. Driveline support (#6) will rotate up until secure
against A-frame (#8) as it is spring loaded.
7. Collapse driveline (#5) by pushing tractor end of
driveline toward the gearbox.
8. Pull back on driveline yoke collar (#7) and push
driveline yoke onto the tractor PTO shaft. Release
pull collar and continue to push driveline yoke
forward until pull collar locks in place.
9. The driveline should now be moved back and forth to
ensure both ends are secured to the tractor PTO
shaft and gearbox input shaft. Reattach any end that
is loose.
IMPORTANT: Skip to “Check Driveline Collapsible
Length” on page 12 if driveline is too long to start
onto tractor PTO shaft.
Tractor Hook-Up
Figure 1-4
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Check Clearances
1. Return to tractor and slowly raise and lower cutter
carefully to ensure drawbar, tires, and other
equipment on the tractor do not contact cutter frame.
Move or remove drawbar if it interferes with cutter.
2. Manually adjust one of the lower lift arms up or down
to level the Rotary Cutter from left to right.
3. Manually adjust length of top-center-link to align
center hitch pin vertically above lower hitch pins.
Final deck leveling adjustments will be made later.
Check Driveline Collapsible Length
1. Make sure driveline is properly installed and level
before checking driveline collapsible length. (Refer to
“Driveline Installation” instructions on page 10.)
Refer to Figure 1-5:
2. With driveline level, measure (“B” dimension) back
from universal joint shield to end of outer driveline
shield as shown in Figure 1-5. If measurement is less
than 1", then shorten driveline using instructions
provided below.
Shorten Driveline
Refer to Figure 1-5:
Be sure to check driveline collapsed length first. If
required, shorten driveline.
1. Unhook driveline tractor PTO shaft. Pull outer and
inner drivelines apart.
2. Reattach outer driveline to tractor PTO shaft. Pull on
inner and outer driveline yokes to be sure universal
joints are properly secured.
3. Hold inner and outer drivelines parallel to each other:
a. Measure 1" (“B” dimension) back from outer
driveline universal joint shield and make a mark at
this location on the inner driveline shield.
b. Measure 1" (“B” dimension) back from the inner
driveline universal joint shield and make a mark at
this location on the outer driveline shield.
4. Remove driveline from tractor PTO shaft and gearbox
shaft.
5. Measure from end of inner shield to scribed mark
(“X” dimension). Cut off inner shield at the mark. Cut
same amount off the inner shaft (“X1” dimension).
6. Measure from end of outer shield to scribed mark
(“Y” dimension). Cut off outer shield at the mark. Cut
same amount off the outer shaft (“Y1” dimension).
7. Remove all burrs and cuttings.
IMPORTANT: A driveline that is too long can bottom
out causing structural damage to tractor and
implement. Always check driveline collapsed length
during initial setup, when connecting to a different
tractor, and when alternating between using a quick
hitch and a standard 3-point hitch. More than one
driveline may be required to fit all applications.
8. Continue with “Check Driveline Maximum Length”.
Driveline Shortening
Figure 1-5
Check Driveline Maximum Length
Refer to Figure 1-6:
The driveline maximum allowable length must, when fully
extended, have a minimum overlap of profile tubes by not
less than 1/2 the free length with both inner and outer
profile tubes being of equal length.
1. Apply multi-purpose grease to the inside of the outer
shaft and reassemble the driveline.
Driveline Maximum Extended Length
Figure 1-6
2. Assemble the two driveline profiles together with just
1/2 overlapping of the profile tubes as shown. Once
assembled, measure and record maximum allowable
length here. ________
3. Continue with “Check Driveline Interference” on
page 13.
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Check Driveline Interference
Refer to Figure 1-7:
1. Make certain driveline yokes are properly attached.
2. Start tractor and raise Rotary Cutter just enough to
remove support blocks from under the cutter.
3. Slowly engage tractor hydraulic 3-point control lever
to lower cutter while checking for sufficient drawbar
clearance. Move drawbar ahead, aside, or remove if
required.
!WARNING
A rotating driveline must not exceed an angle of 25 degrees up
or down, and never engage a driveline while at an angle
exceeding 25 degrees up or down. The driveline can break and
send flying projectiles causing serious bodily injury or death.
4. With PTO off, raise implement fully up to make the
following checks below. If driveline exceeds any of
the limits listed, set tractor 3-point lift limiter at a
height that will keep the driveline within its lift limits
and to avoid premature driveline breakdown.
•Driveline does not exceed 25oup.
•Driveline does not exceed maximum allowable
length recorded in step 2 under “Check Driveline
Maximum Length”.
Maximum PTO Driveline Movement During Operation
Figure 1-7
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Section 2: Accessory & Options Set-up
Replaceable Skid Shoes (Accessory)
Refer to Figure 2-1:
326-120A Skid Shoe Kit
(Includes 2 skid shoes & mounting hardware)
Replaceable skid shoes can be purchased from your
nearest Land Pride dealer. They bolt to the weld-on skid
shoes and help protect weld-on skid shoes and side
skirts from wear.
1. Attach skid shoes (#1) to weld-on skid shoes with
3/8"-16 x 1" GR5 plow bolt (#2) and whiz nuts (#3).
2. Tighten whiz nuts to the correct torque.
Optional Front Guards
!DANGER
Rotary Cutters have the ability to discharge objects at high
speeds; therefore, the use of front and rear safety guards is
strongly recommended when cutting along highways or in
areas where people may be present.
!WARNING
Not all objects will be stopped by safety guards. Therefore, use
extreme caution when cutting in areas where people may be
present. It is best to operate the cutter when no one is nearby.
Stop blade rotation if someone is within several hundred feet.
Front Single Chain Guard Assembly
Refer to Figure 2-2:
1. Install front chain guards (#1 & #2) as shown with
3/8"-16 x 1" GR5 carriage bolts (#3), and hex whiz
nuts (#4).
2. Tighten all nuts to the correct torque.
Front Rubber Guard Assembly
Refer to Figure 2-3:
1. Install Front Rubber Guards (#5 & #6) as shown with
3/8"-16 x 1" GR5 carriage bolts (#3), front deflector
straps (#1 & #2), and hex whiz nuts (#4).
2. Tighten all nuts to the correct torque.
Skid Shoe Accessory
Figure 2-1
Front Single Chain Guard Option
Figure 2-2
Front Rubber Guard Option
Figure 2-3
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Optional Rear Guards
!DANGER
Do not operator cutter without a rear guard. Do not remove
rear guard unless it is replaced by an approved
Removal of Rear Metal Band Deflector
Refer to Figure 2-4:
A metal band deflector is supplied standard with the
cutter and must be removed before the optional Rear
Single Chain Guard or Rear Rubber Guard can be
installed.
1. Unscrew 3/8" hex whiz nuts (#3).
2. Remove carriage bolts (#2) and Rear Metal Band
Deflector (#1).
3. Reattach whiz nuts (#3) and carriage bolts (#2) to
metal band deflector (#1) for safe keeping.
4. Store Rear Metal Band Deflector with hardware for
future use when not using chain guard or rubber
guard.
Rear Single Chain Guard
Refer to Figure 2-5:
1. Remove Rear Metal Band Deflector. See “Removal
of Rear Metal Band Deflector” above.
2. Install rear chain guard (#1) with 3/8"-16 x 3 1/2" GR5
carriage bolts (#3), deflector spacers (#2), and
3/8" whiz nuts (#4).
3. Tighten all hex whiz nuts (#4) to the correct torque.
Rear Rubber Guard installation
Refer to Figure 2-6:
1. Remove Rear Metal Band Deflector. See “Removal
of Rear Metal Band Deflector” above.
2. Install Rear Rubber Guard (#1) with 3/8"-16 x 3 1/2"
GR5 carriage bolts (#3), deflector spacer (#2), and
3/8" whiz nuts (#4).
3. Tighten all hex whiz nuts (#4) to the correct torque.
Rear Metal Band Deflector (Standard)
Figure 2-4
Rear Single Chain Guard Option
Figure 2-5
Rear Rubber Guard Option
Figure 2-6
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Deck Leveling & Cutting Height
There are 4 primary adjustments that should be made
prior to actual field operation:
•Deck Leveling From Left to Right
•Deck Cutting Height
•Tractor Center 3-Point Adjustment
•Tailwheel Height Adjustment
Proper adjustment of each of these items will provide for
higher efficiency, improved cutting performance, and
longer blade life. The following tools will be needed:
•Pliable tape measure
•Spirit or carpenters level
•Set of wrenches and/or socket wrench set
•Protective gloves
!WARNING
Always disengage PTO, put tractor in park or set park brake,
shut tractor engine off, remove ignition key, and wait for
blades to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor.
Deck Leveling From Left to Right
Refer to Figure 3-1:
1. Locate tractor with Rotary Cutter on a flat, level
surface.
2. Use tractor’s hydraulic 3-point control lever to lower
cutter until tailwheel makes contact with ground
surface.
3. Place a level on the cutter deck as shown. Manually
adjust one or both lower 3-point lift arms until deck is
level from left to right. On some tractors, only one arm
can be adjusted vertically.
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Cutting Height
Figure 3-2
Set Front Blade Tip
At Cutting Height
Blade Tip Blade Tip
Set Rear Blade Tip Slightly
Higher Than Cutting Height
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Figure 3-1
Deck Cutting Height
Refer to Figure 3-2:
!CAUTION
Avoid direct contact with cutter blades by wearing a pair of
gloves. Cutter blades have sharp edges and burrs that can
cause injuries.
1. With gloves on, carefully rotate each blade tip to the
position shown in Figure 3-2.
2. Measure distance from cutting tip of front blade to
ground surface. This distance is the cutting height.
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IMPORTANT: The front blade tip should be lower
than rear blade tip by approximately 1". The cutter is
subject to continuous material flow under the deck if
the rear blade is at the same height or lower than the
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3. Using tractor’s 3-point hydraulic control, raise or
lower 3-point lift arms until the front blade tip is at the
desired cutting height.
4. The top center link should be loose when deck rear is
supported by the tailwheel. If not, lengthen center
link until loose. Final adjustment will be made later.
5. Measure distance from cutting tip of rear blade to
ground. This distance should be slightly higher than
the front blade but not more than 1" higher.
6. If rear blade is lower than the front blade or is more
than 1" higher than the front blade, then the tailwheel
height must be adjusted. If needed, see “Tailwheel
Height Adjustment” instructions below.
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 until tailwheel and 3-point
arms are adjusted to the desired cutting height.
8. Set tractor’s 3-point hydraulic control stop once the
tailwheel and 3-point arms are adjusted properly.
Tailwheel Height Adjustment
Refer to Figure 3-3:
If front blade tip is set at desired cutting height and back
blade tip is at same height or lower or is higher than front
blade tip by more than 1", then the tailwheel (#1) must be
adjusted up or down as follows:
Tailwheel Height Adjustment
Figure 3-3
1. Use tractor’s 3-point hydraulic control to lift cutter
until tailwheel (#1) clears the ground.
2. Remove hex top locknut (#4) and carriage bolt (#3).
3. Adjust tailwheel as follows:
•To lower cutting height, raise tailwheel up.
•To increase cutting height, lower tailwheel down.
4. With tailwheel adjusted to the correct height, replace
5/8"-11 x 1 1/2" GR5 carriage bolt (#3) and top
locknut (#4).Tighten top locknut to the correct torque.
5. Readjust tractor’s lower 3-point lift arms as needed.
See Deck Cutting Height instructions on page 16.
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Tractor Center 3-Point Adjustment
Refer to Figure 3-4:
Center 3-Point Link Adjustment
Figure 3-4
1. Lower cutter deck to the nominal cutting height.
2. Typically the tractor center 3-point link is adjusted so
that the upper 3-point clevis pin is straight above the
lower 3-point hitch pins. This arrangement allows for
optimum ground contour following performance.
3. Lock tractor center link in this position once correct
length is achieved. Adjustment on center 3-point link
can be made depending on customer’s preference.
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link to his or her preference. Lengthening tractor
center 3-point link allows more movement while
going over raised surfaces. Shortening the link
allows more movement while crossing over ditches.
Also, shortening center link allows the cutter to be
carried higher while traveling. Never lengthen center
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Operating Checklist
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and
maintenance of the Rotary Cutter. Therefore, it is
absolutely essential that no one operates the Rotary
Cutter without first having read, fully understood, and
become totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make
sure the operator has paid particular attention to:
•Important Safety Information, pages 1 to 6
•Section 1: Assembly & Set-up, page 8
•Section 2: Accessory & Options Set-up, page 14
•Section 3: Adjustments, page 16
•Section 4: Operating Instructions, page 18
•Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication, page 22
The following inspection should be performed before
using the cutter.
Safety Information
!DANGER
To avoid serious injury or death:
•Allow only persons to operate this implement who have fully
readandcomprehendedthismanual, whohave beenproperly
trained in the safe operation of this implement, and who are
age 16 or older. Serious injury or death can result from the
inability to read, understand, and follow instructions
provided in this manual.
•Do not operate a broken or bent driveline. Such a driveline
canbreak apartwhilerotatingathigh speedscausingserious
injury or death. Always remove implement from service until
the damaged driveline can be repaired or replaced.
•Always disconnect driveline from tractor PTO shaft before
servicing underside of cutter. If tractor is started with PTO
engaged, the cutter can cause bodily injury or death.
•Tractor PTOshaft shield, driveline shields,andgearboxshaft
shields must be installed and in good working condition to
avoid injury or death from driveline entanglement and
projectiles flying off of the driveline.
Operating Checklist
Check Page No.
Make sure all guards and shields are in place.
Refer to "Important Safety Information". Page 1
Follow hook-up & driveline installation. Refer to
"Tractor Hook-Up" & "Driveline Installation". Page 10
Make all required adjustments.
Refer to "Section 3: Adjustments". Page 16
Preform all required maintenance. Refer to
"Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication". Page 22
Lubricate cutter and driveline as needed.
Refer to "Lubrication Points". Page 26
Lubricate all gearboxes and replace oil plugs
properly. Refer to "Gearbox". Page 26
Check cutter initially and periodically for loose
bolts and pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart”.Page 32
•All guards and shields must be installed and in good working
condition while operating implement to avoid injury or
death.
•Do not engage tractor PTO while hooking-up and unhooking
driveline or while someone is standing near the driveline. A
person’s body and/or clothing can become entangled in the
driveline resulting in serious injury or death.
•Keep others away while cutter is operating. It can discharge
objectsathigh speeds.Theuse offront and rearsafetyguards
is required when cutting along highways and in areas where
people may be present. Stop blade rotation if a bystander is
within several hundred feet.
•Never place hands or feet under the deck or attempt to make
adjustments to the cutter with PTO engaged. Cutter blades
rotating at high speeds cannot be seen and are located close
to the deck housing. Body extremities can be cut off instantly.
•Do not operate and/or travel across steep inclines where
tractor and/or implement can rollover resulting in serious
injuryordeath.Consultyourtractor’smanualforacceptable
inclines the tractor is capable of traveling across.
•Do not use cutter as a fan. Cutting blades are not properly
designed or guarded for this use. Using cutter as a fan can
result in injury or death.
!WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
•Do not over-speed PTO or equipment breakage may result.
Some tractors are equipped with multispeed PTO ranges. Be
certain your tractor’s PTO does not exceed 540 RPM.
•Always disengage PTO, put tractor in park or set park brake,
shut tractor engine off, remove ignition key, and wait for
blades to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor.
•Arotating drivelinemust notexceedanangleof 25degreesup
or down, and never engage a driveline while at an angle
exceeding 25 degrees up or down. The driveline can break
and send flying projectiles causing serious bodily injury or
death.
•Always disengage PTO before lifting cutter fully up. Never
operatecutterintheraisedposition.Thecuttercan discharge
objects at high speeds resulting in serious injury or death.
•Never carry riders on the tractor or implement. Riders can be
struck by foreign objects, pinched by moving components,
thrown by sudden shifts in movement, entangled in rotating
components, can fall from equipment, or can obstruct the
operator’s view causing serious injury or death.
•Donotusea PTOadapter.APTO adapterwillincrease strain
on the tractor’s PTO shaft resulting in possible damage to
shaft and driveline. It will also defeat the purpose of the
tractor’s PTO shield and could cause bodily injury or death.
•Do not use deck as a working platform. It is not properly
designed or guarded for this use. Using it as a working
platform can cause serious injury or death.