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Section 2: Assembly & Set-up
RCP2560 & RCPM2560 Series Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316-057M
4/28/08
Land Pride
Preparation Checklist
Before operating this unit, 80-90 EP Gear Lube must be added to the gearbox & motor as indicated in the
maintenance lubrication section (page 27) of this manual.
35 Gallons of Hydraulic Fluid for the hydraulic reservoir. Use any high quality mineral based hydraulic fluid such as
Mobil Fluid 424 with a viscosity rating of 10W-30.
Additional hydraulic fluid (approx 2 gallons) for the tractor reservoir.
Miscellaneous assembly tools: hammer, tape measure, hacksaw, assortment of wrenches and sockets,1/4" drill/drill
bits,
spirit level.
Quick disconnect adaptors to match your tractors duplex outlets. Quantities required depend on options selected:
(2) If equipped with Electric Cylinder Control Option
(6) If not equipped with Electric Switching Option
(2) If equipped with hydraulic Breakaway Cylinder Option
Possible need for forklift or hoist capable of lifting 2500 lbs.
Auxiliary tractor weights (depending on tractor size).
A minimum of two people available during assembly.
If a pin, bolt or other part has been removed, and you are unsure where it is used, use the parts section of this
manual to identify it. Be sure the part gets used in the correct location. By double checking while you assemble, you
will lessen the chance of using a bolt incorrectly that may be needed later.
Safety decals are legible and undamaged from shipment.
PTO shaft and loose parts bag/box shipped with the cutter.
Dealer Preparations
This cutter has been assembled at the factory. Some
preparation will be necessary to attach the cutter to the
customer’s tractor. Ensure that the intended tractor
conforms to the requirements stated under the heading
“Tractor Requirements” on page 9.
3-Point Hookup
Prepare the cutter as follows:
1.
Locate the cutter on a flat and level concrete
surface.
2.
For proper hitch configuration determine the hitch
category for the tractor being used.
(Refer to Figure 2-2 on page 11)
IMPORTANT: Hydraulic fluid must be added to the
hydraulic reservoir before this unit is placed into
operation. Do not attempt to run the pump without
fluid or damage to the pump will occur.
3.
Back the tractor into position and connect the
3-Point hitch arms and top link. Start the tractor,
then slowly raise the 3-Point hitch about 1-2". Stow
the jack stands in the raised position.
Check to be sure that the deck safety chain is in
place.
Slowly operate the tractor's 3-Point hydraulic control
up and down and check for clearance between the
tires, reservoir, frame, drawbar etc.
Ensure that the lower arms are blocked to prevent
excessive side movement. Adjust the tractor's
Lower lift arms to level the cutter from left to right.
Adjust the top-link so that the cutter is approximately
level from front to rear. A final adjustment will be
made later.
