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Section 4: Operating Instructions
RCR1860 and RCR1872 Series Rotary Cutters 312-849M
12/17/07
Land Pride
Table of Contents
Section 4: Operating Instructions
Operating Check List
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper
training involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance and storage 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 and Set-Up, page 8
• Section 3: Adjustments, page 14
• Section 4: Operating Instructions, page 16
• Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication, page 19
The following inspection should be performed before
using the cutter.
Make the following inspections with cutter attached to a
tractor and PTO disengaged and completely stopped:
1. Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in
good working condition.
2. Carefully raise and lower implement to ensure that
the drawbar, tires, andother equipment on the tractor
do not contact cutter frame or PTO driveline.
3. Check PTO guards to make certain they are in good
working condition and in place.
4. Disconnect main driveline from tractor PTO and
secure.
5. With cutter deck resting on solid supports, PTO
disengaged and completely stopped, check cutting
blades for sharpness.
6. Remove solid supports from under the deck and then
verify cutter deck is set to the correct height. See
“Deck Leveling & Height Adjustments” on page 14.
The remaining inspections are made by engaging the
PTO to check for vibrations.
Operating Checklist
Check Referen
Read “Important Safety Information” Page 1
Read “Assembly & Set-up” Instructions. Page 8
Read “Operating Instructions” Page 16
Check cutter initially and periodically for
loose bolts & pins, See "Torque Values
Chart For Common Bolt Sizes".
Page 28
Make sure all guards and shields are in
place.
Page 1
Check oil level in gearbox. Page 22
Lubricate cutter and driveline as needed.
Refer to section on "Lubrication".
Page 22
7. Start tractor, set throttle to idle or slightly above idle
and slowly engage PTO. Initial start-up vibration is
normal and should stop after a few revolutions. Stop
PTO rotation immediately if vibration continues.
8. Once the cutter is running smoothly, increase tractor
PTO speed to 540 RPM. Stop PTO rotation
immediately if vibration occurs.
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. Make sure driveline does not contact tractor or cutter
when raising cutter to transport position.
2. Reduce tractor ground speed when turning and
leave enough clearance so cutter does not contact
obstacles such as buildings, trees or fences.
3. Limit transport speed to 20 mph. Transport only with
a farm tractor of sufficient size and horse power.
4. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over
rough or hilly terrain.
Un-hooking the Rotary Cutter
Un-hook Rotary Cutter from the tractor as follows:
1. Park on a level solid surface.
2. Lower deck to ground level or onto blocks supporting
the deck just above ground level.
3. Engage tractor park brake, shut tractor engine off
and remove key before dismounting from tractor.
4. Disconnect driveline from tractor PTO shaft.
5. Un-hook 3-point hitch from tractor. Reinstall hitch
pins, linch pins and hair pin cotters in cutter hitch.
6. Rotate driveline storage hook down and place
driveline in storage hook.
7. See “Cutter Storage” on page 21 if cutter is to be
stored for a long time.
IMPORTANT: Stop PTO immediately if vibration
continues after a few revolutions during start-up and
anytime it occurs thereafter. Wait for PTO to come to
a complete stop before dismounting from tractor to
check for probable causes. Make necessary repairs
and adjustments before continuing on.
IMPORTANT: Do not exceed rated cutter PTO
speed. Excessive engine speed will cause damage
to the power train components.
IMPORTANT: Always disengage the tractor’s PTO
before raising the cutter to transport position.