Section 2: Hydraulic Set-up Options
3/12/21
RCP(M)2760 & RCP(M)3760 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316-548M
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FLOAT ON/OFF Detent Push Button Switch
Refer to Figure 2-11:
Gauge wheels must be installed before checking FLOAT
button operation. Install gauge wheels per instructions
on page 26.
Make this functional check with ARM1 and ARM2
approximately 3/4 extended and with the cutter deck
resting on its gauge wheels.
1. Operate all three rocker switches to lower gauge
wheels to ground level.
2. Press FLOAT button from off to on.
3. Operate ARM1 rocker switch to retract its cylinder.
ARM2 and DECK cylinders should float (change
position) allowing deck gauge wheels to remain
resting on the ground.
4. Press and release detent FLOAT button to disengage
float function.
5. If float function does not operate correctly, you
should shut the tractor down according to
on page 45 and check
electrical layout to make sure the wiring is correct.
IMPORTANT:
With FLOAT detent button ON,
DO
NOT
push DECK and ARM 2 rocker switches for
more than two seconds before releasing them.
Independent Controlled Parallel Arm Movement
Figure 2-11
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Some tractors are equipped with two power take-off speeds.
Be certain your tractor’s power take-off is set-up to operate
at the implement’s rated power take-off speed or equipment
breakage may result. RC models are rated for 540 rpm and
RCM models are rated for 1000 rpm.
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Transport safety chain must remain hooked to the deck until
ready to extend parallel arms and deck cylinder. Float
Switch must be “OFF” until gauge wheels are resting on the
1. Read and understand
page 18. Remove transport safety chain from the
latched position. Stow loose end of safety chain in
the jack stand tube.
2. Start tractor and adjust 3-point hitch until driveline is
approximately level.
“FLOAT ON/OFF Detent Push Button
IMPORTANT:
Make sure FLOAT and/or DECK MTR
push buttons are OFF.
IMPORTANT:
See Figure 2-12: Make sure reservoir
shut-off valve is fully OPEN and reservoir tank is full
of oil before engaging power take-off. Damage will
occur to pump if shut-off valve is
CLOSED.