Section 11: Troubleshooting
3/12/21
RCP(M)2760 & RCP(M)3760 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316-548M
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Troubleshooting Chart
Problem
Cause
Solution
Motor Oil Seal Leaking
Return line from motor has been pinched or
is collapsed
Replace lower seal of motor. Check motor
return hose for kinks.
Spindle Hub Seal Leaking
Return line from motor has been pinched or
is collapsed
Replace lower seal of motor and Spindle
Hub output shaft seal. Check motor return
hose for kinks.
Driveline is bent.
(NOTE: Power take-off tractor
hitch shaft should be repaired or
replaced if bent)
Contacting drawbar or Bottoming out
Reposition drawbar/Replace power take-off
tubes and cut to correct length.
Blades wearing excessively
Cutting on sandy ground
Raise cutting height.
Contacting ground frequently
Raise cutting height.
Blades coming loose
Insufficient shimming
Add shimming.
Blade bolts not tightened properly
Torque blade bolt nuts to 600 ft lbs.
Blades breaking
Hitting solid objects
Thoroughly check the cutting area BEFORE
beginning to cut. Be alert during cutting.
Loose Blade Carrier
Worn Spindle Hub bearings
Replace Spindle Hub bearings and/or shaft.
Shaft nut loose
Tighten Spindle Hub shaft nut to 450 ft lbs.
Blade Carrier bent
Hitting solid objects
Replace / Be alert, avoid solid objects.
Excessive skid shoe wear
Cutting height not level or blade missing
Adjust deck height or replace.
Soil abrasive
Raise cutting height.
Cutting too low
Raise cutting height.
Excessive vibration
Locked blades
Inspect and unlock blades.
Blades have unequal weight
Replace blades as a PAIR.
driveline is bent
Straighten or replace driveline.
Blade carrier bent
Replace/straighten blade carrier.
Power take-off cross not centered with yoke Disassemble and inspect for incorrectly
located needles or damaged bearing cap.
Deck Cylinder will
not extend and/or retract
Orifice fittings in manifold ports are plugged Remove and clean orifice.
Broken/disconnected wire on solenoid
Check wiring on cartridge valve solenoids.
Deck Cylinder will not retract
Cylinder rod is bent
Replace cylinder.
Arm/Deck Cylinder(s) will not
extend and/or retract
Electric solenoid valve is sticking/dirty
Remove solenoid valve and clean or
replace.
Tractor hydraulic fluid level is too low
Add fluid to tractor reservoir.
Electrical control push button
and rocker switches do not work
10 AMP Fuse broken
Replace 10 AMP fuse.
Circular Plastic connector is not connected
to receptacle
Connect remote cable to solenoid control
valve.
No power to control stick connections
Check battery or power.
Tractor spool valve not engaged (open)
Lock tractor control valve open.
Flow Control Valve not adjusted properly for
open/closed center tractor
Adjust flow control valve.
Hoses not connected to proper duplex outlet
on tractor
Connect hoses to proper tractor outlet.
Defective solenoid on cartridge valve assy
Replace solenoid.
Solenoid valves is sticking
Remove/clean/replace solenoid valve.
Section 11: Troubleshooting