Land Pride RCR2584 User manual

Brand: Land Pride

Model: RCR2584

Category: Lawnmowers

Type: User manual

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the product in the future. The illustrations in this manual are not intended for safe and proper assembly or disassembly of equipment. The illustrations are intended for or-

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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Be Aware of Signal Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Serial Number Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Section 1 Assembly and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Lift-Type Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3-Point Hitch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3-Point Quick Hitch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Driveline Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Single Tailwheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Dual Tailwheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Trail-Type Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Hitch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Driveline Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Axle Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Front Chain Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Rear Chain Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3-Point Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Trail-Type Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Safety Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Check Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Section 2 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Operating Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Cutting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Section 3 Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Leveling Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Lift-Type Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Nominal Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Cutter Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Single Tailwheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Dual Tailwheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Trail-Type Lift Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Deck Attitude Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Lift-Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Trail-Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication . . . . . . . .20

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Service Cutting Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Driveline Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Clutch Run-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Clutch Assembly and Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . .21

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Tailwheel Spindle Tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Tailwheel Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Driveline U-Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Driveline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Ratchet Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Inner Tube Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Section 5 Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . .24

Section 6 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Section 7 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes . . . .27

Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

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Important Safety Information

Keep Riders

Off Machinery

▲ Riders obstruct the operator’s

view they could be struck by for-

eign objects or thrown from the

machine.

▲ Never allow children to operate

equipment.

Be Aware of Signal Words

The word that 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 func-

tional purposes, cannot be guarded.

Indicates a potentially hazardous sit-

uation 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 sit-

uation which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate injury. It

may also be used to alert against

unsafe practices.

For Your Protection

▲ Thoroughly read and understand

the “Safety Label” section, read all

instructions noted on them.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

Shutdown and Storage

▲ Lower machine to ground, put

tractor in park, turn off engine,

and remove the key.

▲ Detach and store implements in a

area where children normally do

not play. Secure implement by

using blocks and supports.

OFF

▲

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Use Safety

Lights and Devices

▲ Slow moving tractors, self-pro-

pelled 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 when-

ever driving on public roads. Use

lights and devices provided with

implement.

Prepare for Emergencies

▲ Be prepared if a ﬁre starts.

▲ Keep a ﬁrst aid kit and ﬁre extin-

guisher handy.

▲ Keep emergency numbers for

doctor, ambulance, hospital and

ﬁre department near phone.

911

Wear

Protective Equipment

▲ Protective clothing and equipment

should be worn.

▲ Wear clothing and equipment

appropriate for the job. Avoid

loose ﬁtting clothing.

▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noise

can cause hearing impairment or

hearing loss. Wear suitable hear-

ing protection such as earmuffs or

earplugs.

▲ Operating equipment safely

requires the full attention of the

operator. Avoid wearing radio

headphones while operating

machinery.

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 the implement to the

ground, put tractor in park, turn off

engine, and remove key before

preforming maintenance.

▲ Do not grease or oil implement

while it is in operation.

▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts

are in good condition & installed

properly.

▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or

debris.

▲ Remove all tools and unused pars

from implement before operation.

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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.

▲ Operator should be familiar with

all functions of the unit.

▲ Operate implement from the

driver’s seat only.

▲ Do not leave tractor or implement

unattended with engine running.

▲ Dismounting from a moving tractor

could cause serious injury or death.

▲ Do not stand between the tractor

and implement during hitching.

▲ Keep hands, feet, and clothing

away from power-driven parts.

▲ Wear snug ﬁtting clothing to avoid

entanglement with moving parts.

▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc.,

when folding and raising imple-

ment. Make sure all persons are

clear of working area.

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Safety Labels

Your implement 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. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new labels

go to your Land Pride Dealer.

3. Some new equipment installed during repair require safety

labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified

by the manufacturer. When ordering new components make

sure the correct safety labels are included in the request. To

order new labels go to your Land Pride dealer.

4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.

To install new labels:

5. To install new labels:

a. Clean the area on which the label is to be placed.

b. Peel backing from label. Press firmly on surface,

being careful not to cause air bubbles under label.

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818-187C

Danger PTO Shield

818-130C

Caution 540 RPM

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818-230C

Red Reflector

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818-540C

Danger Guard Missing

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818-552C

Danger PTO Driveline

ROTATING DRIVELINE

KEEP AWAY!

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818-552C

Danger PTO Driveline

ROTATING DRIVELINE

KEEP AWAY!

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818-830C

Safety Combo

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838-094C

Danger: High Pressure

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Introduction

Owner Assistance

If customer service or repair parts are required contact an

Land Pride dealer. A dealer has trained personnel, repair

parts and equipment needed to service the implement.

These parts have been specially designed and should

only be replaced with genuine Land Pride parts.

Serial Number Plate

Refer to the Figure 1 for the location of the serial number

plate.

Forpromptservicealwaysusetheserialnumberandmodel

number when ordering parts from a Land Pride dealer. Be

sure to include serial and model numbers in all correspon-

dence.

Dealers want you to be satisﬁed with the new machine. If

for any reason an operator does not understand any part

of this manual or is not satisﬁed with the service received,

the following actions are suggested:

1. Discuss the matter with the dealership service manag-

er and make sure they are aware of any problems and

that he has had the opportunity to assist.

2. If you are still not satisﬁed, seek outthe owner or gen-

eral manager of the dealership, explain the problem

and request assistance.

3. For further assistance write to:

Product Support

Land Pride, Service Department

1525 East North Street

P.O. Box 5060

Salina, Ks. 67402-5060

Serial Number Plate Location

Figure 1

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Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new

product owners.

This implement 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 the machine.

Thepartson yourRCR2584 RotaryCutter havebeen spe-

cially designed and should only be replaced with genuine

Land Prideparts.Therefore,should yourRotary Cutter re-

quire replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer.

Using This Manual

ThisOperator’sSection isdesignedto help familiarizeyou

with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments, trouble-

shooting, and maintenance. Read this manual and follow

the recommendations to help ensure safe and efﬁcient

operation.

The warranty Registration card should be ﬁlled out by the

dealer at the time of purchase.

To order a new Operator or Parts Manual contact your au-

thorizeddealer.Youmayobtainpartsinformationfromour

website at www.landpride.com.

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.

Terminology

"Right " or "Left" as used in this manual is determined by

facing the directionthe machine will travel while inuse un-

less otherwise stated.

Definitions

IMPORTANT:A special point of information related to

its preceding topic. The author’s intention is that this

information should be read and noted before

continuing.

NOTE: A special point of information that the author

feels an operator must be aware of before continuing.

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Section 1 Assembly and Setup

Tractor Requirements

The RCR2584 Rotary Cutter is designed for use withtrac-

tors that are equipped with a (540 RPM 1 3/8”-6 spline)

rear power take-off (PTO).

The tractor must also provide for 3-point hitch attachment

Category II or III. The tractors rated drawbar minimum

horsepowerona 3pointto be60hp.,andona trailtype 40

hp.

Lift-Type Cutter

3-Point Hitch Assembly

NOTE:Inordertomaintainsteeringcontrol,ballast

mayneedtobeaddedtoyourtractor.Todetermine

whether or not to add the ballast, refer to your trac-

tor’s operator manual.

NOTE: Do not tighten hardware until assembly

is complete. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for

Common Bolt Sizes” on page 27.

3-Point Hitch Assembly

Figure 1-1

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3-Point Quick Hitch Assembly

Figure 1-2

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Refer to Figure 1-1:

1. Assemble hitch braces (#2) to the rear strap lugs

(welded to cutter deck) using 5/8" x 1 1/2" bolts (#7),

and 5/8" lock nuts (#8).

2. Rotate hitch straps (#1) and hitch braces (#2) up to a

vertical position. Install bushing (#10) and pivoting

hitch (#3) to the inside of hitch straps (#1), with hitch

braces(#2) on the outside.Install1”x 6” long bolt (#4)

and lock nut (#5).

3-Point Quick Hitch Assembly

Assemble as shown in Figure 1-2.

Driveline Installation

1. Remove wing nut holding gearbox shield and ﬂip up

and out of the way.

2. Attach the slip clutch end of the driveline (#6) to the

gearbox input shaft securely. Make certain that the

slip clutch is fully onto the input shaft splines. Tighten

thetwo locknutson backside ofslipclutchalternately

until they have reached the proper torque.

3. Securechain(#9) ondrivelinetohitchbrace(#2)to re-

strict outer shield from rotating.

4. Swing gearbox shield back into place and re-install

the wing nut and tighten.

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Single Tailwheel Assembly

Refer to Figure 1-3:

1. Slide tailwheel arm adjustment plate (#10) onto

tailwheel arm weldment (#1) as shown.

2. Attach tailwheel tube (#1) to deck using a

5/8” -11 x 3” long bolt (#2), 5/8” lock washer (#3), and

5/8” nut (#4).

3. Assembletailwheelmountingbracket(#5),and(#6)to

deckwithfour1/2”-13x11/2”longcarriagebolts(#7),

1/2” ﬂat washers (#8), and 1/2” lock nuts (#9).

4. Install shim washer (#14) onto yoke assembly (#15)

then insert into tailwheel weldment (#1). Slide shim

washer (#14) onto yoke assembly shaft and secure

with roll pin (#16).

5. Assemble tailwheel adjusting bracket (#10), to mount-

ing brackets (#5), and (#6) with two 1/2” -13 x 1 1/2”

long bolts (#11), 1/2” lock washers (#12), and 1/2”

nuts(#13).Referto“CuttingHeightAdjustment”on

page 17.

Dual Tailwheel Assembly

Refer to Figure 1-4:

1. Attach tailwheel weldment (#1) to tailwheel bracket

weldment (#2) with a 5/8” -11 x 3” long bolt (#3), 5/8”

lock washer (#4), and 5/8” nut (#5).

2. Assembletailwheeladjustingbracket(#6), and(#7)to

thedeckusingfour1/2”-13x11/2”longcarriagebolts

(#8), and 1/2” lock nuts (#9) and 1/2” ﬂat washers

(#17).

3. Install shim washer (#10) onto yoke assembly (#11)

then insert into tailwheel weldment (#1). Slide shim

washer (#10) onto yoke assembly shaft and secure

with roll pin (#12).

4. Install two1/2”-13x31/2”longbolts(#14), lockwash-

ers (#15), and nuts (#16), in adjusting mounts

(#6 & #7). Refer to“Cutting Height Adjustment” on

page 18. Repeat for opposite side.

NOTE: Do not tighten hardware until assembly

is complete. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for

Common Bolt Sizes” on page 27.

NOTE: Install in hole shown if chainguards are

installed, otherwise move components to hole

closest to gearbox.

Single Tailwheel Assembly

Figure 1-3

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NOTE: Do not tighten hardware until assembly

is complete. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for

Common Bolt Sizes” on page 27.

NOTE: Install in hole shown if chainguards are in-

stalled, otherwise move components to hole clos-

est to gearbox.

Dual Tailwheel Assembly

Figure 1-4

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Trail-Type Tongue Assembly

Figure 1-5

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Trail-Type Cutter

Hitch Assembly

Refer to Figure 1-5:

1. Assemble tongue weldment (#1) to deck weldment

using two hitch pins (#2), spacer tubes (#3) and lynch

pins (#4).

2. Attach the bearing support assembly (#5) to the

tongue (#1) with two bushings (#6), ﬂat washers (#7),

lock washers (#8), nut (#9) and bolt (#10).

3. Attach level rod assembly (#11) to the tongue weld-

ment (#1) using two clevis pins (#12), ﬂat washers

(#13) and hair pin cotters (#14). Make sure that the

adjusting nut on the level rod assemblies is threaded

the same distance on both level rod weldment long

and level rod weldment short. This will ensure a level

unit.

4. Mount hose holder bracket (#17) to the deck with the

3/4” -10 x 1 1/2” long bolt (#18) and lock nut (#19).

5. Fasten hose holder (#20) to the hose holder bracket

(#17) with a 3/8” -16 x 1 1/2” long bolt (#21), ﬂat

washer (#22) and lock nut (#23).

Driveline Installation

1. Remove wing nut holding gearbox shield and ﬂip up

and out of the way.

2. Attach the slip clutch end of the jackshaft to the gear-

box input shaft securely. Make certain that the slip

clutch is fully onto the input shaft splines. Tighten the

twolocknuts on back side of slip clutch alternately un-

til they have reached the proper torque.

3. Swing gearbox shield back into place and re-install

the wing nut and tighten.

4. Insert jackshaft(#15) throughbearing support assem-

bly (#5).

Install main driveline to jackshaft by attaching (red) slide

collar to jackshaft. Twist the quick disconnect on the yoke

and push it forward to engage the groove on the splined

stub on the jackshaft.

5. Secure chain on driveline(#16) to bearing support as-

sembly (#5) to restrict outer shield from rotating. Se-

cure chain on driveline (#15) to level rod weldment to

restrict outer shield from rotating.

NOTE: Do not tighten hardware until assembly

is complete. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for

Common Bolt Sizes” on page 27.

NOTE: Be sure lock collar is to the rear.

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Axle Assembly

Refer to Figure 1-6:

1. Install tire (#1) to axle weldment (#2), using four bolts

(#3), lock washers (#4) and ﬂat washers (#5).

2. Repeat for opposite side.

DANGER!

Rotary cutters have the ability to discharge objects at high

speeds; therefore, the use of front and rear safety shields is

strongly recommended when cutting along highways or in an

area where people may be present.

Safety Guards

Front Chain Guard

Install each segment of the front chain guards (#1) as

shown in Figure 1-7, with 1/2” -13 x 2 3/4” long carriage

bolts (#2), lock nuts (#3). Tighten all nuts and bolts to

torque as indicated in the “Torque Values Chart for

Common Bolt Sizes” on page 27.

Rear Chain Guard

Install each segment of the rear chain guards (#1) as

shown in Figure 1-8, using with 1/2” -13 x 1 1/2” long car-

riage bolts (#2), 1/2” ﬂat washers (#3) and 1/2” lock nuts

(#4).“Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes” on

page 27.

NOTE: Do not tighten hardware until assembly

is complete. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for

Common Bolt Sizes” on page 27.

Axle Assembly

Figure 1-6

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Front Chain Guard

Figure 1-7

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Rear Chain Guard

Figure 1-8

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Tractor Hook-Up

3-Point Tractor Hook-Up

Refer to Figure 1-9:

1. Locate the cutter on a ﬂat level surface.

2. Determine the hitch category of the tractor that will be

used:

a. A Category II tractor will have a lower hitch link

hole diameter of 1 1/8”.

b. A Category III tractor will have a lower hitch link

hole diameter of 1 7/16”.

3. Remove hitch pins(#1) from deck weldment. Position

tractorlowerliftarms (#2) andre-insert hitch pins (#1)

and secure with lynch pin (#3).

4. Connect the top link(#4)totheupper pivothitch using

1” pin supplied for Category II. A 1 1/4” spacer (not

supplied) will be required for Category III.

5. Attach slide collar (#5) to tractor PTO. Twist the quick

disconnect on the yokeand push it forwardto engage

the groove on the splined output shaft.

6. Start the tractor and slowly engage the tractors hy-

draulic 3-point to lift the cutter. Check for sufﬁcient

drawbarclearance.Movethedrawbarahead,asideor

remove if required. Watch the telescoping movement

of the driveline to ensure that it does not bottom out

while lifting the 3-point. If the driveline does bottom

out, it will require shortening:

a. Pull driveline apart, and install each half to the

designated position.

b. With the implement in the shortest working condi-

tiontothetractor, hold the half shafts nextto each

other and mark them.

c. Shorten the inner and outer proﬁles by the same

length as the guard tubes.

d. Round off all sharp edges and remove burrs.

Grease the sliding proﬁles before re-assembly.

DANGER!

Engage parking brake, shut off tractor and remove key before

dismounting from the tractor.

3-Point Tractor Hook-Up

Figure 1-9

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Trail-Type Tractor Hook-Up

Refer to Figure 1-11:

1. In hooking up the cutter, maintain proper distance be-

tween the drawbar hitch point and the end of the trac-

tors PTO shaft. This distance is 14” for 540 RPM.

2. Locate the cutter on a ﬂat level surface. Back the trac-

tor to the cutter and secure the cutter to the tractor

drawbarwitha1”-8x41/2”longbolt,lockwasherand

nut provided. Use washers supplied if needed as

shims to secure tongue clevis to drawbar. (May need

to adjust turnbuckle to obtain correct drawbar height.)

IMPORTANT: Parking jack use: Whenever using parking

jack (#3) install lock pin through jack and tube bracket

welded to tongue. Use jack to raise and lower tongue to

connecttothe tractor drawbar.Whentongueisconnected

to tractor drawbar retract jack fully, remove pin and store

jack as shown in Figure 1-12. When using jack to support

cutter while being disconnected leave cutter in transport

position. Attach jack to tongue mounting tube using lock

pin and rotate handle to raise.

3. Attach(black)slidecollar(#1)totractorPTO.Twistthe

quick disconnect on the yoke and push it forward to

engage the grooveon the splined output shaft. Attach

hydraulic hose (#2) to tractor hydraulic system.

PTO/Drawbar Relation

Figure 1-11

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NOTE: Always place jack foot on ﬁrm surface or

place board under jack for support.

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Trail-Type Tractor Hook-Up

Figure 1-12

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Safety Chains

Refer to Figure 1-12:

When towing implements on the highway, use a safety

chain with tensile strength equal to or greater than the

gross weight of the implement to be towed by the tractor.

This will control the implement in the eventthe hitch pin is

lost. After attaching the safety chain (#4), make a trial run

by driving the tractor to the right and to the left for a short

distance to check the safety chain adjustment. If neces-

sary, re-adjust to eliminate a tight or loose chain.

See(ASAES338.2)forproperconnectionbetweentractor

and implement.

Check Chains

Check chains are used to control cutting height and allow

mower to be lowered to the same preset cutting height ef-

fortlessly. Install lower end of check chain (#1) to inner

hitch ear as shown in Figure 1-13, using bolts (#2), lock

washers(#3) and nuts (#4). Tighten securely. Install chain

lugs (#5) on either side of the tractor top link mount using

pin (not supplied)

(1” Dia. pin forCategoryII and 1 1/4” for Category III). Cut-

ting height is then set by placing proper chain link in key

slot (#5).

NOTE: For additional safety in transport, raise cut-

ter as high as possible, and shorten check chains

to prevent inadvertent falling in transport.

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Check Chain Assembly

Figure 1-13

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Section 2 Operating Instructions

Transporting

CAUTION!

When traveling on public roads at night or during the day, use

accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to opera-

tor’s of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state and local

laws.

IMPORTANT: Always disengage the tractor’s PTO before

raising the cutter to transport position.

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 speedto20mph.Transportonlywitha

farm tractor of sufﬁcient size and horse power. 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; haz-

ard control and accident prevention are dependent upon

the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training in-

volved in the operation, transport, maintenance and stor-

age of equipment. Before beginning to cut, the following

inspection should be performed.

CAUTION!

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 operat-

ing.

DANGER!

Rotary cutters have the ability to discharge objects at high

speeds; therefore, the use of front & rear safety shields is

strongly recommended when cutting along highways or in an

area where people may be present.

Cutting Instructions

1. Your cutter is equipped with free swinging cutting

blades to reduce shock loads to the cutter if striking

obstacles.

2. Start themachineslowly;donotuse full throttle.Allow

10 seconds for cutter blades to become aligned prop-

erly before going to full power.

3. The groundspeeddependsontwothings: 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 540 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 medium

brushinright-of-ways,pasturesandforshreddingrow

crop residues.

CAUTION!

Damage may occur if exceeding the rated cutting capacity of

the cutter!

CAUTION!

Do not over speed PTO or machine damage may result. This

cutter is designed to be used only with a tractor having a 540

RPM rear PTO.

Operating Checklist

Check Reference

“Important Safety Information” in this

Manual.

Page 1

Check oil level in gearboxes. Section 5

Page 22

Check that all plugs in gearbox have

been replaced properly.

Section 5

Page 22

Be sure nuts and bolts are tight. Section 1

Be certain all guards and shields are in

place.

Section 1

Page 11

Lubricate the cutter as needed. Refer to

“Maintenance and Lubrication”.

Section 5

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Section 3 Adjustments

Leveling Procedure

There are 4 primary adjustments that should be made pri-

or to actual ﬁeld operations:

a. Deck level from left to right

b. Tractor top link length

c. Tractor lower link height

d. Tailwheel height

Proper adjustment of each of these items will provide for

higher efﬁciency, improved cutting performance and long-

er blade life. The following tools will be needed:

a. Pliable tape measure

b. Spirit or carpenters level

c. Open end or hex end wrench or socket set

d. Protective gloves

Having completed, the " Tractor Hookup", locate the

tractor on a ﬂat, level surface.

Lift-Type Cutter

1. Use the tractors hydraulic 3-point control to lower the

cutter until the tailwheel contacts ground surface.

2. Place a spirit level or other suitable leveling device on

the front of the cutter deck as shown in Figure 3-1. Ad-

just either one or both of the tractors lower link height

adjustments to level the deck from left to right. Some

tractors have only a single adjusting crank.

3. Similarly, place a level on either of the main deck

channels.Use the tractors 3-point hydraulic control to

level the cutter deck from front to rear.

4. Adjust the length of the tractors top link such that the

pivotingupper hitch is aligned verticallywiththe lower

hitch pins. See Figure 3-2.

DANGER!

Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, shut off tractor and re-

move key before proceeding. Ensure that all moving parts have

come to a complete stop before dismounting from the tractor.

CAUTION!

Wear a pair of gloves when performing this operation.Go to the

backof the cutter and carefullyrotateeachblade to the position

shown in Figure 3-1. Avoid direct contact with the cutting edge

of the blade.

Nominal Cutting Height

Measure the distance from the end (cutting tip) of the

blade to the ground surface. This distance is the nominal

cutting height. Refer to Figure Figure 3-3.

Deck Leveling

Figure 3-1

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