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Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
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.
Do not allow anyone to operate
this equipment who has not fully
read and comprehended this
manual and who has not been
properly trained in the safe
operation of the equipment.
▲ 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 raising implement. Make
sure all persons are clear of
working area.
▲ Turning tractor too tight may
cause implement to ride up on
wheels. This could result in injury
or equipment damage.
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involvedand extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
!
Be Aware of
Signal Words
A Signal word designates a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The
signal words are:
!
DANGER
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
functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
For Your Protection
▲ Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read all
instructions noted on them.
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence and proper training of personnel involved in
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
!
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It mayalso
be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
!
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
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.
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These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
▲ Slow moving tractors, self-
propelled 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
whenever driving on public roads.
Use lights and devices provided
with implement.
Transport
Machinery Safely
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Maximum transport speed for
implement is 20 mph. DO NOT
EXCEED.Never travel at a speed
which does not allow adequate
control of steering and stopping.
Some rough terrain require a
slower speed.
▲ Sudden braking can cause a
towed load to swerve and upset.
Reduce speed if towed load is not
equipped with brakes.
▲ Use the following maximum
speed - tow load weight ratios as
a guideline:
▲ 20 mph when weight is less than
or equal to the weight of tractor.
▲ 10 mph when weight is double
the weight of tractor.
▲ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the
weight of tractor.
Use A Safety Chain
▲ A safety chain will help control
drawn machinery should it
separate from the tractor
drawbar.
▲ Use a chain with the strength
rating equal to or greater than
the gross weight of the towed
machinery.
▲ Attach the chain to the tractor
drawbar support or other
specified anchor location. Allow
only enough slack in the chain to
permit turning.
▲ Do not use safety chain for
towing.
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
performing maintenance.
▲ Allow implement to cool
completely.
▲ 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
parts from implement before
operation.
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this manual.
Prepare for Emergencies
▲ Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire
extinguisher handy.
▲ Keep emergency numbers for
doctor, ambulance, hospital and
fire department near phone.
911
Wear
Protective Equipment
▲ Protectiveclothingandequipment
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
hearing protection such as
earmuffs or earplugs.
▲ Operating equipment safely
requires the full attention of the
operator. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
Keep Riders
Off Machinery
▲ Riders obstruct the operator’s
view they could be struck by
foreign objects or thrown from the
machine.
▲ Never allow children to operate
equipment.
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
▲ Escaping fluid under pressurecan
penetratetheskincausingserious
injury.
▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving
pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines.
▲ Use a piece of paper or
cardboard, NOT BODYPARTS, to
check for suspected leaks.
▲ Wear protective gloves and safety
glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems.
▲ If an accident occurs, see a
doctor immediately. Any fluid
injected into the skin must be
surgically removed within a few
hours or gangrene may result.
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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 nearest Land Pride dealer.
3. Some newequipmentinstalledduringrepairrequiressafety
labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified
by Land Pride. When ordering new components make sure
the correct safety labels are included in the request.
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4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.
To install new labels:
a.Clean the area the label is to be placed.
b.Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to
be placed.
c.Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface.
d.Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.
818-130C
Caution 540 RPM
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Danger PTO
818-540C
Danger Guard Missing
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ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
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Danger PTO Driveline
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818-556C
Danger Thrown Object
818-564C
Chain Guard
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Introduction
Introduction
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Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
ThisRotary Cutter has beendesigned with care and built
by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper
assembly, maintenance, and safe operating practices
willhelpyou get years of satisfactory usefromtheRotary
Cutter.
Application
Land Pride’s RCR15 Series Rotary Cutters are ideal for
clearing grass, weeds and light brush. These cutters
offer fast, clean, dependable mowing and have been
extensivelytestedtoensureoperatingsafety. High blade
tip speeds assure a clean cut in a variety of field
conditions. The standard stump jumper slides over
stumps, rocks and debris and safety guards keep you up
and running. See “Features and Benefits”, “Section
5” for additional information.
Using This Manual
•
This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments,
troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manual
and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe
and efficient operation.
• 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.
• To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual contact
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be
downloaded, free-of-charge from our website at
www.landpride.com or printed from the Land Pride
Service & Support Center by your dealer.
Terminology
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by
facing the direction the machine will operate while in use
unless otherwise stated.
Definitions
NOTE: A special point of information that the
operator must be aware of before continuing.
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related
to its preceding topic. Land Pride’s intention is that
this information should be read and noted before
continuing.
Owner Assistance
The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by
the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
If customer service or repair parts are required contact a
LandPridedealer. A dealer has trained personnel, repair
parts and equipment needed to service the cutter.
The parts on your cutter have been specially designed
and should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride
parts. Therefore, should your cutter require replacement
parts go to your Land Pride Dealer.
Serial Number Plate
For prompt service always use the serial number and
modelnumber when ordering parts from your LandPride
dealer.Besuretoincludeyourserialandmodel numbers
incorrespondence also. Refer to Figure 1forthe location
of your serial number plate.
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Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
Further Assistance
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new
cutter.Ifforanyreasonyoudonotunderstand any part of
thismanual or arenot satisfied with the service received,
the following actions are suggested:
1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service
manager making sure he is awareof any problems
youmay haveand that he has had the oppor tunity to
assist you.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership, explain the
problem and request assistance.
3. For further assistance write to:
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1525 East North Street
P.O.Box 5060
Salina, Ks. 67402-5060
E-mail address
lpservicedept@landpride.com
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Tractor Requirements
The RCR15 Series Rotary Cutters are designed for use
with tractors 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 I. The tractors rated drawbar PTO
horsepower on a 3 point to be no less than 20 hp and no
more than 50hp.
NOTE: In order to maintain steering control, ballast
may need to be added to your tractor. To determine
whether or not to add the ballast, refer to your
tractor’s operator manual.
Dealer Assembly
NOTE: Do not tighten hardware until assembly
is complete. Refer to “Torque Values Chart” on
page 24.
Land Pride
Refer to Figure 1-1:
4. The A-frame braces (#1) are rotated down against
the deck in shipment. Loosen the nuts (#2) and
rotate the A-frame braces up as shown.
5. The rear braces (#3) are rotated back and are
strapped to the gauge wheel mainframe. Undo the
rear braces from the gauge wheel mainframe and
rotate the braces up as shown. The rear braces (#3)
should be to the the outside of the front A-frame
braces (#1).
6. Placethetop hitch spacer (#6) in theupperhitch (#4)
and between the front A-frame braces.
7. Secure with the 5/8” x 5” long bolt and 5/8” lock nut.
Dealer Assembly
Figure 1-1
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Driveline Installation
Refer to Figure 1-2:
1. Remove the snap ring (#1) from the gearbox input
shaft. Slide the dr iveline (#2) on to the gearbox shaft
and replace the snap r ing to the gearbox shaft. The
snap ring is for extra security in case the shear bolt
(#3) should break. Align the holes in the driveline
withthe hole in thegearboxinput shaft and insert the
1/2” x 3 1/2” long bolt (#3) and secure with the 1/2”
nut (#4) and 1/2” jam nut (#5).
2. Secure the chain on the driveline to the driveline
cone to restrict outer shield from rotating.
3-Point Hook-Up
Refer to Figure 1-3:
!
Tractor hook-up can be hazardous to your health or that of
your helper.Do not allow anyone to stand between the _____
and the tractor during hook-up operations. Do not operate the
hydraulic 3-point lift controls while someone is directly
behind the tractor.
1. Slowly back the tractor up to the cutter and use the
2. Slide the the lower link arms hitch link holes onto the
3. Install a linch pin or other fastener (supplied by
4. Connectthe top link to the upperpivothitchusing the
DANGER
tractor’s3-point hydraulic control to adjust the lower
linkarms up ordown to match the height of the cutter
hitch pins.
cutter hitch pins.
customer)through the hitch pinhole to lock the lower
links into position.
3/4" clevis pin supplied.
Driveline Installation
Figure 1-2
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PTO Hookup
If the cutter is to be used on more than one tractor, an
additional PTO shaft may be required - especially if a
quick hitch is used.
!
CAUTION
Do not use a PTO adaptor with a quick hitch. A PTO adapter
will increase the strain on the tractor’s PTO shaft and can
damage the PTO shaft and mower driveline.
IMPORTANT: Avoid premature driveline
breakdown. A driveline that is operating must notexceed an angle of 25 degrees up or down while
operating the 3-point lift. See Figure 1-4 below.
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Maximum PTO driveline Movement During Operation
Figure 1-4
IMPORTANT: Donot attempt to operate a 540 RPM
driveline at 1,000 RPM or a 1,000 RPM driveline at
540RPM. Many tractors provide both540 and 1,000
RPM PTO speeds. Check your tractor’s manual to
determine its capabilities.
3. The driveline will require shortening if it is too long to
fit between the tractor and cutter. Shorten driveline
as follows:
a. Raise 3-point lower arms until cutter and tractor
PTO shafts are approximately level with each
other. Securely block cutter frame in this position.
Set tractor in park, shut tractor engine off, set park
brake and remove switch key.
b. Pull driveline apart into two sections as shown in
Figure 1-5. Attach the outer driveline universal
joint to the tractor PTO shaft and inner driveline
universal joint to the cutter gearbox shaft. Pull on
each driveline section to be sure the universal
joints are secured to the shafts.
c. Hold the driveline sections parallel to each other
to determine if they are too long. The inner and
outer shields on each section should end
approximately 1" short of reaching the universal
joint shield on the adjacent section (see “B”
dimension). If they are too long, measure 1" (“B”
dimension) back from the universal joint shield
and make a mark at this location on the inner and
outer driveline shields.
d. Cut off the inner shield at the mark (“X”
dimension). Cut the same amount off the inner
shaft (“X1” dimension). Repeat cut off procedure
(“Y”&“Y1”dimensions) to the outer drivelinehalf.
e. Remove all burrs and cuttings.
f. Apply multi-purpose grease to the inside of the
outer shaft and reassemble the dr iveline.
g. Attach inner driveline yoke end to the cutter
gearbox input shaft.
h. Attach outer driveline yoke end to the tractor's
PTO shaft.
IMPORTANT: The PTO driveline maybe too long for
some tractors. If the cutter is used on more than one
tractor,an additional PTO dr iveline may be required.
IMPORTANT: Aligning the tractor’s PTO shaft level
with the cutter’s PTO shaft is necessary when
checking to see if the driveline will fit correctly
between tractor and cutter.
Refer to Figure 1-5
1. Start tractor and slowly engage tractor’s hydraulic
3-pointtoliftthelowerarmsuntil the cutter’sdriveline
shaft is approximately level with tractor's PTO shaft.
2. Slide outer yoke end of driveline over the tractor's
PTOshaft and secure with the locking collar. Skip to
step 4 if driveline fits between tractor and cutter.
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Figure 1-5
4. Thedriveline should now bemovedbackand forth to
insure that both ends are secured to the tractor and
cutter PTO shafts. Reattach any end that is loose.
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IMPORTANT: A small chain is supplied with the
driveline. This chain must be attached to the inner
driveline shield and to the cutter to restrict shield
rotation.
5. Hook driveline safety chain in the hole in the inner
driveline guard. Attach the other end to the cutter’s
main frame.
6. Start tractor and raise cutter just enough to remove
blocks used to support the deck in step 3a.
7. Slowlyengagethe tractor’shydraulic3-point tolower
the cutter. Check for sufficient drawbar clearance.
Move drawbar ahead, aside or remove if required.
Vent Plug Installation
Refer to Figure 1-1:
IMPORTANT: Series RCR15Grooming Mowers are
shipped with a red plug in the gear box to prevent
loss of oil during shipping and handling. This plug
must be replaced with a vent plug before operating
the cutter.
A vent plug for the gearbox is included in a bag with the
manual. See your nearest Land Pride Dealer if vent plug
is missing. Remove temporary red plug from top of
splitter gearbox and replace with supplied vent plug.
Vent Plug
Oil Plug
DO NOT
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Vent Plug Location
Figure 1-1
OVERFILL!
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Section 2: Options
Safety Guards
!
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.
Land Pride
Rubber Guards (RCR1542 & RCR1548)
Installfrontrubberguard(#1), rear rubber guard (#2) and
front and rear straps (#3) and (#4) as shown in
Figure 2-5, with 3/8” x 1” long carriage bolts (#5), and 3/
8”flange nuts (#6). Tighten allnuts and bolts totorque as
indicated in the “Torque Values Chart” on page 24.
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Rubber Guards (RCR1548)
Front Rubber Guard (RCR1560 & RCR1572)
Install each segment of the front rubber guards (#1) as
shown in Figure 2-2, with 3/8” x 1” long carriage bolts
(#2), and 3/8” flange nuts (#3). Tighten all nuts and bolts
to torque as indicated in the “Torque Values Chart” on
page 24.
Rear Rubber Guard (RCR1560 & RCR1572)
Figure 2-2
Figure 2-1
Rear Rubber Guard (RCR1560 & RCR1572)
Installrearrubberguard(#1)asshowninFigure2-3,with
3/8”x 3 1/2” long carriagebolts (#2), 3/8” flange nuts(#3)
and spacers (#4). Tighten all nuts and bolts to torque as
indicated in the “Torque Values Chart” on page 24.
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Front Rubber Guard (RCR1560 & RCR1572)
Figure 2-3
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Front Chain Guard (RCR1560 & RCR1572)
Install each segment of the front chain guards (#1) as
shown in Figure 2-4, with 3/8” x 1” long carriage bolts
(#2), and 3/8” flange nuts. Tighten all nuts and bolts to
torque as indicated in the “Torque Values Chart” on
page 24.
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Figure 2-4
Rear Chain Guard (RCR1560 & RCR1572)
Install the rear chain guard (#1) as shown in Figure 2-5,
with 3/8” x 1 ” long carriage bolts (#2), and 3/8” flange
nuts. Tighten all nuts and bolts to torque as indicated in
the“Torque Values Chart” on page 24.
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Figure 2-5
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Section 3: Operating Instructions
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.
IMPORTANT: Always disengage the tractor’s PTO
before raising the cutter to transport position.
8. When raising the cutter to the transport position be
sure that driveline does not contact tractor or cutter.
9. 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.
10. Limit transport speed to 20 mph. Transport only with
a farm tractor of sufficient size and horsepower.
Whentravelingonroadways,transport in such away
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
11. Whentravelingoverrough 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.
Operating Checklist
CheckReference
“Important Safety Information” in
this Manual.
Section 1
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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.
!
CAUTION
0Damage 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 with the tractors having a 540
RPM rear PTO. Know what your tractor requirements are.
Cutting Instructions
1. Your cutter is equipped with free swinging cutting
blades to reduce shock loads to the cutter if str iking
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 impor tant 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 br ush 1”
maximumdiameterinright-of-ways,pasturesandfor
shredding row crop residues.
Check oil level in gearboxes.
Check that all plugs in gearbox
have been replaced properly.
Be sure nuts and bolts are tight.
Be certain all guards and shields
are in place.
Lubricate the cutter as needed.
Refer to “Maintenance and
Lubrication”.
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Leveling Procedure
There are 4 primary adjustments that should be made
prior to actual field operations:
i.Deck level from left to right
j.Tractor top link length
k.Tractor lower link height
l.Tailwheel height
Proper adjustment of each of these items will provide for
higher efficiency, improved cutting performance and
longer 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.
1. Usethetractor’shydraulic3-pointcontroltolowerthe
cutter until the tailwheel contacts ground surface.
2. Place a levelor other suitable levelingdevice on the
frontofthecutterdeckasshowninFigure3-1.Adjust
either one or both of the tractors lower link height
adjustments to levelthedeck from left to right. Some
tractors have only a single adjusting crank.
3. Similarly, place a level on either of the main deck.
Use the tractors 3-point hydrauliccontrol to level the
cutter deck from front to rear.
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Figure 3-1
!
DANGER
Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, shut off tractor and
remove key before proceeding. Ensure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before dismounting from the
tractor.
!
CAUTION
Wearapairofgloveswhenperformingthisoperation.Go to the
backofthe cutter and carefullyrotateeach blade to the position
shown in Figure 3-2. 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 3-2.
Cutting Height
Figure 3-2
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Cutter Height Adjustment
Refer to Figure 3-3:
1. If the cutting height is too high or too low, the gauge
wheel must be adjusted as follows:
e. Usethetractor’s3-point hydrauliccontrol to lift the
cutter such that the gauge wheel clears the
ground.
f.Remove the existing hardware; 3/8” -16 x 1" long
carriage bolt (#1) and 3/8” flange nut (#2).
g. Adjust the gauge wheel up or down tothe desired
cutting height and replace the hardware.
3-Point Cutter Height Adjustment
Figure 3-3
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Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication
Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication
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Maintenance
Proper servicing and adjustment can increase the life of
any implement. With careful and systematic inspection,
you can avoid costly maintenance, time and repair.
After using your cutter for several hours, check all bolts
to be sure they are tight.
Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety labels by
obtaining new labels from your Land Pride Dealer.
Service Cutting Blades
2. Both blades should be sharpened at the same angle
as the original cutting edge and must be replaced or
re-ground at the same time to maintain proper
balance in the cutting unit.
NOTE: Care should be taken in order not to remove
any more material than necessary when sharpening
blades.
3. Both blades should weigh the same after
sharpening.
4. When replacing or shar pening the cutter blades,
examine bolts for excessive wear and replace if
necessary. To replace blades:
h. Order blade bolt Land Pride part # 802-277C.
i.Torque blade bolt lock nut to 450 ft. pounds. An
extendedcheater bar may be required to achieve
proper torque.
Clutch Run-In
Friction clutches should be “run-in” prior to initial
operation and after long periods of inactivity. To prevent
driveline and gearbox damage, repeat “Run-In”
instructions at the beginning of each season and when
moisture and/or condensation seizes the inner friction
plates.
Refer to Figure 4-1:
1. Using a pencil or other markerscribe a line across the
exposed edges of the clutch plates and friction disks.
2. Carefullyloosen each of the 8 spr ing retainernuts by
exactly 2 revolutions.It will be necessary to hold the
hexendoftheretainerboltin order to count the exact
number of revolutions.
3. Start the tractor and engage the driveline dr ive for
2-3 seconds to per mit slippage of the clutch
surfaces.Disengage the driveline,then re-engage a
second time for 2-3 seconds. Disengage driveline,
shut off tractor and remove key. Wait for all
components to stop before dismounting from tractor.
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IMPORTANT: Replace blades with genuine Land
Pride blades only. Blades must be ordered and
replaced in pairs.
If replacing dishpan, nut on gearbox output shaft should
be torqued to 450 foot/pounds and cotter pin installed in
nut with legs securely bent around nut.
Driveline Protection
!
CAUTION
Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, shut off tractor, and
remove key before making any of the following adjustments.
Cutter drive components are protected from shock loads
by either a two plate friction clutch or a shear bolt. Avoid
shear bolt failure by engaging the PTO slowly at low
engine r pm. See yourLand Pr ide Dealer when replacing
shear bolts.
Shear Bolt, Nut & Jam Nut Part Numbers
Part No.Part Description
802-264CHHCS 1/2-13X3 1/2 GR2
803-020CNUT HEX 1/2-13 PLT
803-036CNUT HEX JAM 1/2-13 PLT
Clutch Run-In
Figure 4-1
4. Inspect the clutch and ensure that the scribed
markings made on the clutch plates have changed
position. Slippage has not occurred if any two marks
onthefriction disk and platearestill aligned. A clutch
that has not slipped must be disassembled to
separate the friction disk plates. See ClutchDisassembly to disassemble clutch.
5. Tighten each of the 8 spring retainer nuts on the
clutch housing exactly 2 revolutions to restore the
clutch to the original setting pressure.
6. The clutch should be checkedduring the first hour of
tilling and periodically each week. An additional set
of scribe marks can be added to check for slippage.
See Clutch Assembly to adjust for proper spr ing
length.
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Clutch Disassembly
If the clutch run-in procedure, (see "Clutch Run-In"on
page17), indicated that one or more ofthe friction disks did
not slip, the clutch must be disassembled to separate the
friction discs.
Refer to Figure 4-2:
To disassemble the clutch, first remove the spring
retainer nuts (#1), springs (#2) and bolts (#3) from the
assembly.Eachfriction disc (#4) must then beseparated
from the metal surface adjacent to it. Inspect all parts for
excessive wear and condition. Clean all parts that do not
require replacement.
Clutch Assembly
Refer to Figure 4-2:
Reassemble each friction disk (#4) next to the metal
plate it was separated from. Make certain teh bushing is
positioned as shown. Install bolts (#3) through the end
plates and intermediate plates as shown. Place springs
(#2) over the bolts and secure with nuts (#1).
Refer to Figure 4-3:
Progressively tighten each spr ing retainer nut until
correct spring length “B” is reached.
• B = 1.010” to 1.000”
19783
Clutch Disassembly
Figure 4-2
Inspection
Inspect all parts forexcessivewear and condition. Clean
all parts that do not require replacement.The original
friction disk thickness is 1/8" and should be replaced if
the thickness fallsbelow 3/32". If the clutches have been
slippedtothepointof“smoking”,thefrictiondisksmaybe
damaged and should be replaced. Heat build-up may
also affect the yoke joints.
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Clutch Adjustment
Figure 4-3
Storage
At the end of the wor king season or when the cutter will
not be used for a long per iod, it is good practice to clean
off any dirt or grease that may haveaccumulated on any
of the moving par ts.
1. Clean the cutter as necessary.
2. Check the blades for wear and replace if necessary,
see "Service Cutting Blades" on page 17.
3. Inspect the cutter for loose, damaged or wor n parts
and adjust or replace as needed.
4. Lubricate as noted in "Lubrication Points" on page
19.
5. Storethecutterinside if possibleforlongercutterlife.
6. Repaint parts where paint is wor n or scratched to
preventrust. Ask your dealer for Aerosol Land Pride
Beige touch-up paint #821-011C.
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Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication
Lubrication Points
Lubrication
Legend
Multi-purpose
spray lube
Multi-purpose
grease lube
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Multi-purpose
oil lube
Gauge Wheel Spindle Tube
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity = 6 pumps
50
Intervals in hours
at which lubrication
is required
24
Hours
8
Hours
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Gauge Wheel Hub
The gauge wheel hub is equipped with a relief hole
located directly opposite the grease fitting. The relief
hole releases pressure from inside the hub casting
when it is greased. The hub should be greased until
grease purges from the relief hole.
Type of Lubrication: Multipurpose Grease
Quantity = Until grease purges from the relief hole
8
Hours
Gearbox
Check oil level in the gearbox by removing the side plug in
the gearbox case. If the oil level is low, remove the top plug
in the gearbox case and fill with EP90 oil until oil flows from
the side port of gearbox case. Reinstall plugs and tighten.
NOTE: Do not overfill! Cutter should be level when
checking oil.
ype of Lubrication: EP90 Oil
Quantity = fill until oil flows from the side port of gearbox
case.
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8
Hours
Driveline U-Joints
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity = 6 pumps
8
Hours
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Driveline Shield Bearings
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity = 6 pumps
20
Hours
Driveline Profiles
Quantity = Clean & coat the inner tube of the driveline
with a light film of grease and then reassemble.
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Section 5: Specifications & Capacities
Section 5: Specifications & Capacities
RCR15 Series Rotary Cutters
HitchCategory l
Working Width42”45 1/2”57"69"
Overall Width47 1/2”50”62"74"
Overall Length (Including
Tailwheel)
Machine Weight
(with Front Guard)
Blade Tip Speed11,459 fpm13,090 fpm16,363 fpm14,874 fpm
Deck Material Thickness12 Gauge
Gearbox Rating30 HP40 HP
Horsepower Rating15-5020-5025-50
Cutting Height1 3/4” - 11 1/2”1” - 9”1” - 9”
Cutting CapacityGrass
Safety GuardsRubber (front) or Chain (front or rear)
Skids1/4” X 2” Weld on
Deck Height
(Bottom of Deck to Bottom of Skid
Shoe)
Blades1/2” x 3" Heat Treated Alloy Steel
Stump JumperRound Pan 10
DrivelineASAE Category 3
Driveline Safety ProtectionStandard 1/2”
Gearbox
(Speed up beveled gears)
Tailwheel4” x 8” x 15” Laminated Tire, cast iron hub
Driven Gearbox
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RCR1542RCR1548RCR1560RCR1572
86”90”96"108“
432#475#495#614#
7 1/4”
Free-Swinging Blades
ga. x 24”
540 rpm PTO
1:1.93
Cast Iron
Housing
Round Pan
10 ga. x 24”
Center Shearbolt protection
Optional - Center Bolt 2 plate Slip Clutch
540 rpm PTO Driven Gearbox
Optional - 4” x 16” Solid Rubber Tire
Round Pan
10 ga. x 24”
1:1.47
Cast Iron Housing
Round Pan
10 ga. x 24”
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Section 6: Features and Benefits
Section 6: Features and Benefits
RCR15 Series Single Deck Rotary Cutters
FeaturesBenefits
Tractor HP range15- 50hp
Cutting widths42” and 48”
Floating top linkPermits deck to follow the terrain for an even cut. Two hole position to allow greater lift
leverage for smaller tractors.
Clevis HitchCat I, 3-point hitch with floating link for easy hook-up.
Round back designHelps discharge grass better than enclosed or partially enclosed cutters.
High blade tip speedEnsures clean cut.
42” = 11,459 fpm
48” = 13,090 fpm
Rubber guards (front and rear)Protect against flying debris.
Full length skid shoesProvides sidewall reinforcement and full protection to bottom of sidewall.
Cat. 3 driveline with shear- boltShear bolt offers maximum driveline protection.
Cat. 3 driveline with
2-plate slip-clutch
Laminated tailwheelLaminated material is long lasting in rough conditions.
Solid rubber tailwheelCan’t go flat.
Heavy-duty spindle on
tailwheel
Slip-clutch driveline offers convenience for continual work.
Tailwheels take a beating, 1 1/4” spindle gives the strength to protect tailwheel assembly.
Land Pride
Cutting Height1” - 9” cutting height for wide range of cutting conditions.
10 Gauge stump jumperAllows cutter to slide over obstructions protecting the gearbox output shaft.
Splined bladebar hubAllows for tight positive fit of stump jumper and blade bar to gearbox output shaft.
Surpassed rugged industry
standards
2 Year gearbox warrantyShows our confidence in the gearbox integrity.
All Land Pride Cutters have been designed and tested and meet rigorous voluntary testing
procedures specified by ANSI.
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Section 7: Troubleshooting
Section 7: Troubleshooting
ProblemCauseSolution
Oil seal leakingGearbox overfilledDrain to side plug hole
Seals damagedReplace seals
Driveline yoke or cross failing
Driveline
clutch slipping
Bent Driveline (NOTE: driveline should
be repaired or replaced if bent)
Driveline
telescoping tube failing
Grass or wire wrapped on
shaft in seal area
Shock loadAvoid hitting solid objects
Needs lubricationLubricate every 8 hours
Scalping the groundRaise cutting height
Cutting too fastReduce travel speed
PTO being engaged too
fast at high engine rpm
Cutting over solid objectsAvoid solid objects
Contacting frameReduce lift height in transport position
Contacting drawbarReposition drawbar
Bottoming outShorten driveline
Shock loadAvoid hitting solid objects
check seal areas daily
Slowly engage PTO at low engine rpm
Driveline
telescoping tube wearing
Blades wearing excessively
Blades breaking
Blades coming loose
Blade carrier becomes loose
Blade bolt holes worn
Blade carrier bent
Excessive side skid wear
Tail wheel support failing
Excessive vibration
Needs lubricationLubricate every 20 hours
Cutting on
sandy ground
Contacting
ground frequently
Hitting solid objectsAvoid hitting solid objects
Blades hitting each otherBlade carriers need to be timed
Blades not
tightened properly
Improper deck attitudeLower front of deck, see page 14
Running loose in the pastReplace gearbox output shaft and blade carrier
Blade carrier hardware not
tight enough
Blade hardware running loose Replace blades and blade bolts if worn
Hitting solid objectsAvoid hitting solid objects and replace blade
Cutting height not levelAdjust cutter height
Soil abrasiveAdjust cutter height
Cutting too lowAdjust cutter height
Lowering too fastAdjust rate of drop
Hitting objects when turningReduce speed on turns
Driveline bentReplace driveline
Blades looseTighten blade bolts
Blade carrier bentReplace blade carrier
Blade brokenReplace blade
Blade will not swingRemove and inspect blade
Blades have unequal weightReplace both blades
Raise cutting height
Raise cutting height
Tighten blade hardware (refer to
"Servicing Cutter Blades" on page 17
Tighten to specified torque
carrier
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Section 8: Appendix
Section 8: Appendix
Torque Values Chart
Bolt Head Identification
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Bolt Head Identification
Bolt Size
(Inches)
in-tpi
Bolt Size
1
Grade 2Grade 5
N·m ft-lb3N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lbmm x pitch N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb
Grade 8
(Metric)
5.88.810.9
Class 5.8Class 8.8Class 10.9
1/4" - 207.45.61181612M 5 X 0.8436597
1/4" - 288.5613101814M 6 X 1751181511
5/16" - 18151124173325M 8 X 1.25171226193627
5/16" - 24171326193727M 8 X 1181328213929
3/8" - 16272042315944M10 X 1.5332452397253
3/8" - 24312247356749M10 X 0.75392961458562
7/16" - 14433267499570M12 X 1.755842916712593
7/16" - 204936755510578M12 X 1.56044957013097
1/2" - 13664910576145105M12 X 1906610577145105
1/2" - 20755511585165120M14 X 29268145105200150
9/16" - 129570150110210155M14 X 1.59973155115l215160
9/16" - 1810579165120235170M16 X 2145105225165315230
5/8" - 1113097205150285210M16 X 1.5155115240180335245
5/8" - 18150110230170325240M18 X 2.5195145310230405300
3/4" - 10235170360265510375M18 X 1.5220165350260485355
3/4" - 16260190405295570420M20 X 2.5280205440325610450
7/8" - 9225165585430820605M20 X 1.5310230650480900665
7/8" - 14250185640475905670M24 X 34803557605601050780
1" - 83402508756451230910M24 X 25253908306101150845
1" - 123702759557051350995M30 X 3.59607051510 11202100 1550
1-1/8" - 748035510807951750 1290M30 X 21060 7851680 12402320 1710
1 1/8" - 125403951210 8901960 1440M36 X 3.517301270 2650 19503660 2700
1 1/4" - 76805001520 11202460 1820M36 X 21880 13802960 2190 41003220
1 1/4" - 127505551680 12402730 2010
1 3/8" - 68906551990 14703230 2380
1 3/8" - 121010 7452270 16703680 2710
1 1/2" - 61180 8702640 19504290 3160
1 1/2" - 121330 9802970 21904820 3560
1
in-tpi = nominal thread diameter in inches-threads per
2
N· m = newton-meters
3
ft-lb= foot pounds
4
mm x pitch = nominal thread diameter in millimeters x
Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.
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Section 8: Appendix
Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will
be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of
purchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used as
intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use.
Overall Unit: One year Parts and Labor
Gearbox: (S/N 379869+) 5 years on Parts & Labor
Blades, tires and driveline friction discs: Considered wear items
This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land Pride
and the installation by thedealer of any such replacement part, and does notcover
common wear items such as blades, belts, tines, etc. Land Pride reserves the right
to inspect any equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in
material or workmanship.
This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride’s
judgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal
maintenance or care, or which has been repaired or altered in a way which
adversely affects its performance or reliability, or which has been used for a
purpose for which the product is not designed. Misuse also specifically includes
failure to properly maintain oil levels, grease points, and driveline shafts.
Claims under this Warranty must be made to the dealer which originally sold
the product and all warranty adjustments must be made throughsuch dealer. Land
Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at
any time without notice.
This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damages
of any kind, direct, consequential, or contingent to property. Furthermore, Land
Pride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond its
reasonable control. This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops, any expense
or loss for labor, supplies, rental machinery or for any other reason.
No other warranty of any kind whatsoever, express or implied, is made
with respect to this sale; and all implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in this
written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale.
This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days from
the date of purchase by the end user.
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Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060
Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA
www.landpride.com
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