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Section 2 Operating Instructions
RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M
12/14/01
Land Pride
Section 2
Operating Instructions
Transporting
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CAUTION
When traveling on public roads, use accessory lights and
devices for adequate warning to operators of other vehicles.
Comply with all federal, state and local laws.
1. When raising the cutter to the transport position be
sure that the driveline does not contact tractor or
cutter.
2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning;
and leave enough clearance so the cutter does not
contact obstacles such as buildings, trees or fences.
3. Limit transport speed to 20 mph. Transport only with a
tractor of sufficient size and horsepower. When
traveling on roadways, transport in such a way that
faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
4. When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor
to a lower gear.
Operating Check List
In addition to design and configuration of equipment,
hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, maintenance
and storage of equipment. Before beginning to cut, the
following inspection should be performed.
IMPORTANT: Always disengage the tractor’s PTO
before raising the cutter to transport position.
Operating Checklist
Check Reference
Read “Important Safety
Information” in this Manual.
page 1
Check oil level in gearboxes. Section 3
Page 17
Check that all plugs in gearbox have
been replaced properly.
Section 3
Page 17
Be sure nuts and bolts are tight. Section 1
Be certain all guards and shields are in
place.
Section 1
page 9
Lubricate the cutter as needed. Refer to
“Maintenance and Lubrication”.
Section 3
Page 17
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DANGER
To prevent personal injury caused by thrown objects, the use of
front & rear safety guards is strongly recommended! To avoid
injury or death from entanglement in rotating drivelines, the
drive gearbox shields must be in place and secure when
operating.
Cutting Instructions
1. Your cutter is equipped with free-swinging cutting
blades to reduce shock loads to the cutter if striking
obstacles.
2. Start the machine slowly; do not use full throttle. Allow
10 seconds for cutter blades to become aligned
properly before going to full power.
3. The ground speed depends on two things: the density
of the material being cut, and the size of the tractor.
Never run fast enough to overload the tractor.
4. It is important to maintain correct RPM PTO speed.
Loss of PTO speed will allow the blades to hinge back
and result in ragged, uneven cutting.
5. This cutter was designed to cut grass and brush 1”
maximum diameter.
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CAUTION
Damage may occur if exceeding the rated cutting capacity of
the cutter!
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CAUTION
Do not overspeed PTO or machine damage may result. This
cutter is designed to be used with tractors having a 540 RPM
rear PTO. Know what your tractor specifications are.
Leveling Procedure
There are 5 primary adjustments that should be made
prior to actual field operation:
1. Deck level from left to right
2. Tractor top link length
3. Tractor lower link height
4. Tailwheel height
5. Cutter slightly higher in the rear than the front.