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Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
RCF3696, RCFM3696, RCF3610, & RCFM3610 Rotary Cutters 326-600M
8/20/21
Slip Clutch Assembly
Figure 5-5
Clutch Disassembly
Refer to Figure 5-5:
Disassembly of the clutch is simply a matter of removing
the spring retainer nuts (#1), springs (#2) and bolts (#3)
from the assembly. Each friction disc (#4) must then be
separated from the metal surface adjacent to it.
Clutch Inspection
Inspect all parts for excessive wear and condition. Clean
all parts that do not require replacement.The original
friction disc thickness is 1/8" (3.2 mm) and should be
replaced if thickness falls below 3/64" (1.1 mm). If
clutches have been slipped to the point of “smoking”, the
friction discs may be damaged and should be replaced.
Heat build-up may also affect yoke joints.
Clutch Assembly
Refer to Figure 5-5:
Install new friction discs if needed and reassemble all
components in proper order. Reassemble each friction
disc (#4) next to the metal plate it was separated from.
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 5-6:
Progressively tighten each spring retainer bolt until
correct spring height “A” is reached.
4-Plate Assembly
2-Plate Assembly
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Clutch Adjustment
Figure 5-6
RCF(M)3696
RCF(M)3610
Driveline
No.
Driveline
Location
Power
Take-Off
Speed
Cat
No.
A
Spring Height
826-255C
826-256C
826-225C
Main
Jack Shaft
Stub Shaft
540
4
1.18"
(30 mm)
826-889C
826-882C
826-881C
Main
Jack Shaft
Stub Shaft
540
4
1.27"
(32.2 mm)
826-258C
826-259C
Main
Jack Shaft
1000
4
1.09"
(28 mm)
Driveline
No.
Driveline
Location
Power
Take-Off
Speed
Cat
No.
A
Spring Height
826-215C
826-220C
826-225C
Main
Jack Shaft
Stub Shaft
540
4
1.18"
(30 mm)
826-872C
826-880C
826-881C
Main
Jack Shaft
Stub Shaft
540
4
1.27"
(32.2 mm)
826-216C
826-221C
826-226C
Main
Jack Shaft
Stub Shaft
1000
4
1.09"
(28 mm)
826-888C
Main
1000
4
1.27"
(32.2 mm)
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