Section 3: Operating Instructions
RC3614 & RCM3614 Rotary Cutters 330-918M
1/20/21
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Transport Lock
The cutter wing will need to be raised and locked before
transporting on a roadway, through narrow openings, and
when servicing underside of deck.
1. Disengage power take-off and wait for cutter blades
to come to a complete stop before raising the wing.
2. Rotate cutter wing fully up with hydraulics.
3. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
to
4.
See Figure 3-2:
Remove hairpin cotter (#1) from
storage bracket (#2).
5.
See Figure 3-3:
Rotate transport lock bar (#3) to
cylinder pin (#4). Secure bar with hairpin cotter (#1).
Transporting
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•
Always raise wing and set transport lock before
transporting from one work site to another and before
traveling on public roadways. The wing can fall if not
secured with the transport lock..
•
When traveling on roadways, travel in such a way that
other vehicles may pass you safely. Always use LED lights,
clean reflectors, and a slow moving vehicle sign that is
visible from the back to warn operators in other vehicles of
your presence. Always comply with all federal, state, and
•
Select a safe ground speed when transporting. Never travel
at a speed which does not allow adequate control of steering
and stopping, and never exceed 20 mph (32.2 km/h) with
attached equipment. Rough terrain requires a slower speed.
•
Watch while making tight turns to ensure that the rear
tractor tires and lower 3-point arms do not make contact
with cutter hitch, driveline or deck. Keep lower 3-point
arms raised at all times when hitched to a pull-type cutter.
1. Select a safe ground speed when transporting from
one area to another. Maximum transport speed for
the Rotary Cutter is 20 mph.
DO NOT EXCEED
.
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. Always raise wing and set transport lock before
traveling on public roadways.
IMPORTANT:
Always disengage tractor’s power
take-off & wait for blades to come to a complete stop
before raising the wing to transport position. Wing
driveline, gearbox, and splitter gearbox can be
damaged if driveline is turning.
NOTE:
The wing is controlled with a hydraulic
folding cylinder. Be certain that the wing hydraulic
hose is properly attached to the tractor and is full of
oil before proceeding.
Transport Bar, Storage Position
Figure 3-2
Transport Bar, Locked Position
Figure 3-3
4. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely. Use
LED flashing lights on the cutter to make yourself
more visible.
5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over rough
or hilly terrain.
Road Side Cutting
Land Pride recommends the Rotary Cutter be equipped
with chain guards to stop flying objects when cutting road
Use the LED flashing lights on the cutter to make yourself
more visible when cutting road sides.
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