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Section 3: Operating Instructions
6/26/06
RCS3596, RCSM3596, RCS3510 & RCSM3510 Series Rotary Cutters 312-708M
Land Pride
Table of Contents
Operating Check List
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 7
• Section 1: Assembly and Set-Up, page 9
• Section 2: Adjustments, page 14
• Section 3: Operating Instructions, page 15
• Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication, page 18
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.
Make the following inspections after hooking-up to the
cutter. See Tractor Hook-Up instructions beginning on
page 10. Make certain the PTO is disengaged and
completely stopped before continuing.
4. Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in
good working condition.
5. Carefully raise and lower the implement to ensure that
the drawbar, tires, and other equipment on the tractor
do not contact the frame or PTO driveline.
6. Check all hoses and wires to be sure that they will not
contact PTO driveline. Check PTO guards to make
certain they are in good condition and in place.
7. Inspect Hydraulic hoses for wear, damage and
hydraulic leaks. See “AvoidHigh Pressure Fluids Hazard”
on page 3.
Replace damaged and worn hoses with
genuine Land Pride parts.
Operating Checklist
Check Reference
“Important Safety Information” in
this Manual.
page 1 - 7
Be certain all guards and shields
are in place.
Section 1
Check oil level in gearboxes.
Section 4
Page 21
Check that all plugs in gearbox
have been replaced properly.
Section 4
Page 21
Lubricate the cutter as needed.
Refer to “Maintenance and
Lubrication”.
Section 4
Page 21
Be sure nuts and bolts are tight.
Section 8
8. With the PTO disengaged and completely stopped,
check cutting blades for sharpness.
9. (Lift-Type Cutter) Adjust tractor lower 3-point arms
such that the PTO driveline is approximately level.
10. Set tractor 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 if vibration continues. Wait for the PTO to
come to a complete stop and then dismount from the
tractor to check for probable causes.
11. Once the cutter is running smoothly, increase tractor
PTO speed to the rated PTO speed. Stop PTO
rotation immediately if vibration occurs and wait for
PTO to come to a complete stop and then dismount
from the tractor to check for probable causes.
Transporting
!
CAUTION!
When traveling on public roads at night or during the day, 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 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.
Offset Function
The main feature of your RCS35 Series Rotary Cutter is
the hydraulic offset design. Being able to offset the cutter
on the go increases your cutting efficiencies. Being able
to maneuver the cutter versus steering around obstacles
greatly increases your productivity. Easily operated by
your tractor’s hydraulic lever, offsetting the cutter is at
your fingertips. See “Hydraulic Hook-Up” on page 13.
IMPORTANT: Do not exceed rated PTO speed of
the cutter. 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.
Section 3: Operating Instructions