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Section 9: Troubleshooting
RCP2660, RCPM2660, RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316-111M
12/16/08
Land Pride
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting Chart
Problem Cause Solution
Motor Oil Seal Leaking Return line from motor has been pinched or
is collapsed
Replace lower seal of motor. Check motor
return hose for kinks.
Spindle Hub Seal Leaking
Return line from motor has been pinched or
is collapsed
Replace lower seal of motor and Spindle
Hub output shaft seal. Check motor return
hose for kinks.
PTO driveline is bent.
(NOTE: PTO tractor hitch shaft
should be repaired or replaced if
bent)
Contacting drawbar or Bottoming out Reposition drawbar/Replace PTO tubes and
cut to correct length.
Blades wearing excessively
Cutting on sandy ground Raise cutting height.
Contacting ground frequently Raise cutting height.
Blades coming loose
Insufficient shimming Add shimming. See text.
Blade bolts not tightened properly Torque blade bolt nuts to 600 ft lbs.
Blades breaking
Hitting solid objects Thoroughly check the cutting area BEFORE
beginning to cut. Be alert during cutting.
Loose Blade Carrier
Worn Spindle Hub bearings. Replace Spindle Hub bearings and/or shaft.
Shaft nut loose Tighten Spindle Hub shaft nut to 450 ft lbs.
Blade Carrier bent
Hitting solid objects Replace / Be alert, avoid solid objects.
Excessive skid shoe wear
Cutting height not level or blade missing Adjust deck height or replace
Soil abrasive Raisecuttingheight.
Cutting too low Raise cutting height.
Excessive vibration
Locked blades Inspect and unlock blades.
Blades have unequal weight Replace blades as a PAIR.
PTO driveline is bent Straighten or replace PTO driveline.
Blade carrier bent Replace/straightenbladecarrier.
PTO cross not centered with yoke Disassemble and inspect for incorrectly
located needles or damaged bearing cap.
Deck Cylinder will
not extend and/or retract
Orifice elbow on rod end is plugged Clean orifice fitting.
Broken/disconnected wire on solenoid Check wiring on cartridge valve solenoids.
Deck Cylinder will not retract
Cylinder rod is bent Replace cylinder.
Arm/Deck Cylinder(s) will not
extend and/or retract
Electric solenoid valve is sticking/dirty. Remove solenoid valve and clean or
replace.
Section 9: Troubleshooting