Section 1: Assembly and Set-Up
RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M
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Section 1:
Assembly and Set-Up
Tractor Requirements
Tractor horsepower should be within the range noted
below. Tractors outside the horsepower range must not
be used.
Horsepower rating . . . . . . . . . . . 20-50 hp (15-37 kW)
Rear power take-off shaft . . . . . . . . . . .1 3/8"-6 Spline
Rear power take-off speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540 rpm
Hitch type . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-Point Cat. l or Cat I limited
Hydraulic outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Not required
Tractor weight. . . . . . . . . . . See important note below
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Torque Requirements
Refer to
“Torque Values Chart”
on page 36 to
determine correct torque values for common bolts. See
at bottom of chart for
exceptions to standard torque values.
Tractor Shutdown Procedure
The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures.
Follow these procedures and any additional shutdown
procedures provided in your tractor Operator’s Manual
before leaving the operator’s seat.
1.
Reduce engine speed and disengage power take-off
if engaged.
2.
Park tractor and implement on level, solid ground.
3.
Lower implement to ground or onto non-concrete
support blocks.
4.
Put tractor in park or set park brake, turn off engine,
and remove ignition key to prevent unauthorized
starting.
5.
Relieve all hydraulic pressure to auxiliary hydraulic
lines.
6.
Wait for all components to come to a complete stop
before leaving the operator’s seat.
7.
Use steps, grab-handles and anti-slip surfaces when
stepping on and off the tractor.
Figure 1-1
Install Gearbox Vent Plug
Refer to Figure 1-1:
A vented dipstick for the gearbox is included in a bag with
the manual. See your nearest Land Pride Dealer if
dipstick is missing. Remove temporary red plug from top
of gearbox and replace with supplied vented dipstick.
Oil Plug
DO NOT
OVERFILL
Solid
Red Plug
Vented Dipstick
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IMPORTANT:
