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Rotary Cutters

RCR1542 & RCR1548

312-556M

Operator’s Manual

 Printed 10/11/17

26578

Summary of Contents for RCR1542

Page 1: ...in French or Spanish Language please see your Land Pride dealer Read the Operator s Manual entirely When you see this symbol the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Rotary Cutters RCR1542 RCR1548 312 556M Operator s Manual Printed 10 11 17 26578 ...

Page 2: ...ghts and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine Update the record by adding the machine weight and measurements provided in the Specifications Capacities Section of this manual with the Option s weight and measurements Dealer Contact Information Model Number Serial Number Machine Height Machine Length Machine Width Machine Weight Delivery Date First Operation Accessories Name Street ...

Page 3: ...ealer Assembly 8 Gearbox Vent Plug 9 Driveline Installation 10 3 Point Hook Up 11 Driveline Hook up to Tractor 11 Check Equipment Clearances 12 Check Driveline Collapsible Length 12 Shorten Driveline 12 Check Driveline Interference 12 Section 2 Optional Equipment Set Up 13 Safety Guards 13 Front Rubber Guard 13 Rear Rubber Guard 13 Section 3 Adjustments 14 Deck Leveling Height Adjustments 14 Deck ...

Page 4: ...oad the appropriate App on your smart phone open the App point your phone on the QR code and take a picture Dealer QR Locator The QR code on the left will link you to available dealers for Land Pride products Refer to Parts Manual QR Locator on this page for detailed instructions RCR1542 RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312 556M Table of Contents See previous page for Table of contents ...

Page 5: ... to play on the power machine or implement Use extra caution when backing up Before the tractor starts to move look down and behind to make sure the area is clear Safety at All Times Careful operation is you best insurance against an accident All operators no matter how much experience they may have should carefully read this manual and other related manuals before operating the power machine and ...

Page 6: ... laws Use towing vehicle and trailer of adequate size and capacity Secure equipment towed on a trailer with tie downs and chains Sudden braking can cause a towed trailer to swerve and upset Reduce speed if towed trailer is not equipped with brakes Avoid contact with any over head utility lines or electrically charged conductors Always drive with load on end of loader arms low to the ground Always ...

Page 7: ...rating equipment Use Seat Belt and ROPS Land Pride recommends the use of a CAB or roll over protective structures ROPS and seat belt in almost all power machines Combination of a CAB or ROPS and seat belt will reduce the risk of serious injury or death if the power machine should be upset If ROPS is in the locked up position fasten seat belt snugly and securely to help protect against serious inju...

Page 8: ...r locator at www landpride com 3 Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified by Land Pride When ordering new components make sure the correct safety labels are included in the request 4 Refer to this section for proper label placement To install new labels a Clean surface area where label is to be placed b Spray soapy water...

Page 9: ...Contents RCR1542 RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312 556M 10 11 17 5 818 142C Danger Rotating Driveline 35892 35892 26578 26578 818 543C Danger Guard Missing 818 556C Danger Thrown Object 818 555C Danger Rotating Blades ...

Page 10: ...ontents RCR1542 RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312 556M 10 11 17 6 ROTATING DRIVELINE KEEP AWAY 818 540C Danger Guard Missing 35892 16342 16342 818 552C Danger Rotating Driveline 858 095C 2 x 4 1 2 Red Reflector 2 places ...

Page 11: ...ing safety High blade tip speeds assure a clean cut in a variety of field conditions The standard stump jumper slides over stumps rocks and debris and safety guards keep you up and running See Specifications Capacities on page 26 and Features Benefits on page 28 for additional information and performance enhancing options Using This Manual This Operator s Manual is designed to help familiarize the...

Page 12: ...t tractors with rear attached implements may need weights added to the front to maintain steering control and prevent serious injury or death Consult your tractor Operator s Manual to determine proper weight requirements and maximum weight limitations Torque Requirements Refer to Torque Values Chart on page 30 to determine correct torque values for common bolts See Additional Torque Values at bott...

Page 13: ...5 bolt 9 into the left rear brace 5 floating top hitch 13 and right rear brace 5 13 Secure bolt 9A with hex flange lock nut 8A Draw locknut up snug and then back off 1 4 turn 14 Install machine washer 1A on tailwheel spindle 2 IMPORTANT Length of lower hitch pins can be adjusted with jam nut 19 to operator preference Make certain there are two or more threads showing beyond hex nuts 11 after they ...

Page 14: ...nt tractors or if a Quick Hitch is used IMPORTANT The driveline must be lubricated before putting it into service Refer to Lubrication Points on page 24 IMPORTANT The power take off shaft and gearbox input shaft must be aligned and level with each other when checking driveline minimum length A driveline that is too long can damage tractor and implement Driveline Installation Figure 1 3 Refer to Fi...

Page 15: ...3 point hook up and detachment See your nearest Land Pride dealer to purchase a Quick Hitch Tractor Hook Up Figure 1 4 37921 37298 Driveline Hook up to Tractor Refer to Figure 1 4 WARNING To prevent serious injury or death Do not use a power take off adapter The adapter will increase strain on the tractor s power take off shaft causing possible damage to shaft and driveline It will also defeat the...

Page 16: ...and when alternating between using a quick hitch and a standard 3 point hitch More than one driveline may be required to fit all applications 18347 a Measure 1 B dimension back from outer driveline universal joint shield and make a mark at this location on the inner driveline shield b Measure 1 B dimension back from the inner driveline universal joint shield and make a mark at this location on the...

Page 17: ...by Not all objects will be stopped by safety guards Therefore use extreme caution when cutting in areas where people may be present It is best to operate the cutter when no one is nearby Stop blade rotation if someone is within several hundred feet Front Rubber Guard Refer to Figure 2 1 1 Install front rubber guard 1 and front strap 3 with 3 8 x 1 long carriage bolts 5 and 3 8 flange nuts 6 2 Tigh...

Page 18: ...spirit level or other suitable leveling device on the front of the cutter deck as shown in Figure 3 1 Manually adjust either one or both of the tractor s lower 3 Point arm height adjustments to level the deck from left to right Some tractors have only a single adjusting crank Section 3 Adjustments Cutting Height Figure 3 2 Cutting Height 30242 Blade Tip Blade Tip Blade Tip At This End Should Be Sl...

Page 19: ...enter 3 point link can be made depending on customer s preference Tailwheel Height Adjustment Refer to Figure 3 4 If deck slope is slightly lower at the front than at the back and cutting height is not at the desired height then the tailwheel must be adjusted up or down as follows 1 Use tractor s 3 Point hydraulic control to lift cutter until the tailwheel clears the ground 2 Remove 3 8 carriage b...

Page 20: ...n result from the inability to read understand and follow instructions provided in this manual Do not engage power take off while hooking up or unhooking driveline or while someone is standing near the driveline A person s body and or clothing can become entangled in the driveline All guards and shields must be installed and in good working condition while operating implement Tractor power take of...

Page 21: ...ts from under the deck 10 Verify cutter is set at the correct height See Deck Leveling Height Adjustments on page 14 The remaining inspections are made by engaging the PTO to check for vibrations WARNING To prevent serious injury or death Stop power take off immediately if vibration continues after a few revolutions during start up and anytime thereafter Wait for all components to come to a comple...

Page 22: ...Rotate driveline storage hook down and place driveline in storage hook Field Operation WARNING To prevent serious injury or death Clear area to be cut of debris and other unforeseen removable objects before cutting Mark any potential hazards that cannot be removed such as tree stumps post rocks holes drop offs etc with a visible flag 1 Thoroughly inspect area to be cut for debris and unforeseen ob...

Page 23: ...s and other vehicle operators when traveling on public roads and in the dark of night Comply with all local state and federal laws It is important that you inspect the area where you will be cutting and clear it of safety hazards and foreign objects either before or after you arrive at the cutting site Never assume the area is clear Cut only in areas you are familiar with and are free of debris an...

Page 24: ...a fire hazard Maintain proper gearbox oil level to avoid serious injury and property damage Cutter Blade Maintenance Always inspect cutting blades before each use Make certain they are properly installed and are in good working condition Replace any blade that is damaged worn bent or excessively nicked Never try to straighten a bent blade Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening Remove cuttin...

Page 25: ...um and secured with cotter pin 8 with both legs bent opposite directions around the nut 26708 Land Pride Rotary Cutter Blade Parts Item Part No Part Description 326 401A 42 MATCHED BLADE KIT with 3 16 KEY Items 1 2 3 5 6 326 402A 48 MATCHED BLADE KIT with 3 16 KEY Items 1 2 3 5 6 326 185A BLADE BOLT KIT Items 1 4 5 below 1 802 920C BLADE BOLT 1 1 8 12 x 3 1 2 WITH 18 KEY 2 820 229C 42 CUTTER BLADE...

Page 26: ...veline then re engage a second time for 2 3 seconds Disengage driveline shut off tractor and remove key Wait for all components to stop before dismounting from tractor Shear Bolt Nut Jam Nut Part Numbers Part No Part Description 802 264C HHCS 1 2 13X3 1 2 GR2 803 020C NUT HEX 1 2 13 PLT 803 036C NUT HEX JAM 1 2 13 PLT 13693 4 Inspect the clutch and ensure that the scribed markings made on the clut...

Page 27: ...ce thoroughly with a garden hose A coating of oil may also be applied to the lower deck area to minimize oxidation 2 Check blades and blade bolts for wear and replace if necessary See Cutter Blade Maintenance on page 20 3 Inspect for loose damaged or worn parts and adjust or replace as needed 4 Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent rust Ask your Land Pride dealer for aerosol to...

Page 28: ...Method 2 Remove side oil plug 2 If oil is below bottom of plug hole add recommended gear lube through top dipstick hole until oil flows out of side plug hole Reinstall and tighten side oil plug 2 and vented dipstick 1 Type of Lubrication 80 90W EP Gear Lube Quantity Fill until oil reaches top mark on dipstick or begins to flow out side plug hole in gearbox NOTE Do not overfill Cutter should be lev...

Page 29: ...17 25 Driveline Profiles Quantity Clean coat the inner tube of the driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble Driveline U Joints Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity 6 pumps 13755 14618 Driveline Shield Bearings Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity 6 pumps 13755 8 Hours 8 Hours 20 Hours ...

Page 30: ...ended tractor hp 20 50 hp Power take off speed 540 rpm Gearbox hp rating 50 hp Gearbox with speed up beveled gears 540 input rpm gearbox 1 1 93 Cast iron housing Gearbox oil capacity lubrication 4 5 Pints of gear lube 80 90w EP Deck construction One piece reinforced deck Deck material thickness 12 Gauge Skids shoes 1 4 X 2 Weld on Stump jumper Round pan 10 ga x 24 Round pan 10 ga x 24 Blades 2 1 2...

Page 31: ...Section 6 Specifications Capacities Table of Contents RCR1542 RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312 556M 10 11 17 27 30246 RCR1542 85 1 4 RCR1548 91 3 4 RCR1542 47 1 2 RCR1548 53 1 2 39 16 1 4 12 3 4 ...

Page 32: ...rass better than enclosed or partially enclosed cutters Cutting height 1 9 cutting height for wide range of cutting conditions Full length skid shoes Provides sidewall reinforcement and full protection to bottom of sidewall 1 2 x 3 Heat treated free swinging blades Free swinging protects from obstructions Heat treated offers longer life Splined blade bar hub Allows for tight positive fit of stump ...

Page 33: ...utting on sandy ground Raise cutting height Contacting ground frequently Raise cutting height Blades breaking Hitting solid objects Avoid hitting solid objects Blades hitting each other Blade carriers need to be timed Blades coming loose Blades not tightened properly Tighten blade hardware refer to Cutter Blade Maintenance on page 20 Improper deck attitude Lower front of deck see page 14 Blade car...

Page 34: ...0 285 210 M16 X 1 5 155 115 240 180 335 245 5 8 18 150 110 230 170 325 240 M18 X 2 5 195 145 310 230 405 300 3 4 10 235 170 360 265 510 375 M18 X 1 5 220 165 350 260 485 355 3 4 16 260 190 405 295 570 420 M20 X 2 5 280 205 440 325 610 450 7 8 9 225 165 585 430 820 605 M20 X 1 5 310 230 650 480 900 665 7 8 14 250 185 640 475 905 670 M24 X 3 480 355 760 560 1050 780 1 8 340 250 875 645 1230 910 M24 ...

Page 35: ...t is not designed Misuse also specifically includes failure to properly maintain oil levels grease points and driveline shafts Claims under this Warranty must be made to the dealer which originally sold the product and all warranty adjustments must be made through such dealer Land Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at any time without notice This Warrant...

Page 36: ...Corporate Office P O Box 5060 Salina Kansas 67402 5060 USA www landpride com ...

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