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Section 3: Operating Instructions

RC(M)3715 & RCG(M)3715 Rotary Cutters 334-114M

1/26/21

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Table of Contents

Section 3: Operating Instructions

Startup Checklist

Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent 

upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper 

training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and 

maintenance of the Rotary Cutter. Therefore, it is 

absolutely essential that no one operates cutter unless 

they are age 16 or older and have read, fully understood, 

and are totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make 

sure the operator has paid particular attention to:

Important Safety Information

, page 1

Section 1: Assembly & Set-up,

 page 13

Section 2: Adjustments

, page 29

Section 3: Operating Instructions

, page 32

Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication

, page 42

Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication

, page 42

Perform the following inspections before using your 

Rotary Cutter.

Safety Information

DANGER

!

To avoid serious injury or death:  

Do not walk, stand, or allow anyone else in the area where 

a raised wing will fall unless the wing is securely locked in 

the raised position with its transport lock.

Rotary Cutters have the ability to discharge objects at high 

speeds; therefore, the use of front & rear safety guards is 

mandatory with this cutter. Stop blade rotation if bystanders 

are in or around the area. It is recommended that a safety 

shield be placed between the operator and cutter on an open 

air tractor.

Tractor power take-off shaft shield, driveline shields, and 

gearbox shaft shields must be installed and in good working 

condition to avoid driveline entanglement and projectiles 

flying off of the driveline.

Always disconnect driveline from the tractor before 

servicing the drivetrain and components powered by the 

drivetrain. A person can become entangled in the drivetrain 

if the tractor is started and the power take-off is engaged.

Operating Checklist

Check

Page

Make sure all guards, and shields are in place 

and in good working condition. Refer to 

“Important Safety Information”.

1

Follow installation and hook-up instructions. 

Refer to "Section 1: Assembly & Set-up".

15

Make all required adjustments. 

Refer to "Section 2: Adjustments".

29

Preform all required maintenance. 

Refer to "Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication".

42

Lubricate cutter and driveline as needed. 

Refer to "Lubrication Points".

49

Lubricate all gearboxes and replace oil plugs 

properly. Refer to Gearbox lubrication.

51

Check cutter initially and periodically for loose 

bolts and pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart”.

60

Always secure equipment with solid, non-concrete supports 

before working under it. Never go under equipment 

supported by concrete blocks or hydraulics. Concrete can 

break, hydraulic lines can burst, and/or hydraulic controls 

can be actuated even when power to hydraulics is off.

Keep everyone away from the cutter when folding or 

unfolding the wings or when raising or lowering the cutter. 

The cutter can pinch or crush a person when performing 

these operations.

Do not raise one or both wings up with power take-off 

engaged or drivelines rotating. Objects can be thrown by 

rotating blades. Always keep people away from a cutter that 

is operating.

Do not use cutter as a fan. Cutting blades are not properly 

designed or guarded for this use.

Do not engage power take-off while hooking-up or 

unhooking the driveline, or while someone is standing near 

the driveline. A person’s body and/or clothing can become 

entangled in the driveline.

Never place hands or feet under the deck or attempt to make 

adjustments to the cutter with power take-off engaged. 

Cutter blades rotating at high speeds cannot be seen and are 

located close to the deck sides. Body extremities will be cut 

off instantly.

This cutter is equipped with free-swinging cutting blades to 

reduce shock loads. However, it is best to avoid striking 

solid objects for your safety and to protect the cutter from 

damage.

Clear area to be cut of debris and other unforeseen 

removable objects before cutting. Mark non-removable 

hazards such as tree stumps, post stubs, protruding objects, 

rocks, drop-offs, holes, etc. with a visible flag.

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 purpose of the tractor’s power take-off shield.

WARNING

!

To avoid serious injury or death:  

Allow only persons to operate this implement who have 

fully read and comprehended this manual, who have been 

properly trained in the safe operation of this implement, and 

who are age 16 or older. Serious injury or death can result 

from the inability to read, understand, and follow 

instructions provided in this manual.

Never carry riders on the implement or tractor. Riders can 

obstruct the operator’s view, interfere with controls, be 

pinched by moving components, become entangled in 

rotating components, struck by objects, thrown about, fall 

off and be run over, etc.

Do not operate and/or travel across inclines where the 

tractor and/or implement can rollover. Consult your 

tractor’s manual for acceptable inclines the tractor is 

capable of traveling across. When traveling across steep 

inclines, ensure the wings are folded down.

Содержание RCG3715

Страница 1: ...rious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit For an Operator s Manual and Decal Kit in French L...

Страница 2: ...dered the weights 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 man...

Страница 3: ...tch Optional 14 Ball Hitch Optional 14 Pintle Hitch Optional 14 Tractor Shutdown Procedure 15 Hitch Assembly 15 Attach Park Jack 15 Attach Spring Hose Loop 15 Swivel Clevis Hitch Hook up 16 LP Perform...

Страница 4: ...42 General Maintenance 42 Hydraulic System 42 Tires 42 Chain Guards 43 Skid Shoes 43 Wing Skid Shoes 43 Center Skid Shoes 43 Gearbox Driveline Shielding 43 Wing Gearbox Driveline Shield Access 44 Cent...

Страница 5: ...dren 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 opera...

Страница 6: ...Remove all tools and unused parts from equipment before operation Do not weld or torch on galvanized metal as it will release toxic fumes Tire Safety Tire changing can be dangerous and must be perform...

Страница 7: ...ith the control of the power machine Riders can be struck by objects or thrown from the equipment Never use tractor or implement to lift or transport riders Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if a fi...

Страница 8: ...silica particles This dust can cause serious injury to the lungs silicosis There are guidelines which should be followed if crystalline silica quartz is present in the dust Be aware of and follow OSH...

Страница 9: ...Important Safety Information 1 26 21 5 This page left blank intentionally...

Страница 10: ...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...

Страница 11: ...Danger Rotating Driveline Keep Away 4 Places Top of splitter shield main driveline and 2 wing drivelines 818 130C RC Series cutters only Warning Use 540 rpm power take off 818 240C RCM Series cutters...

Страница 12: ...26 21 8 Table of Contents 70495 70496 70496 858 947C Danger Thrown Object Rotating Blade Hazard 2 Places Located on back side of left right wing 818 142C Danger Rotating Driveline Keep Away 2 Places L...

Страница 13: ...Important Safety Information RC M 3715 RCG M 3715 Rotary Cutters 334 114M 1 26 21 9 Table of Contents 70495 858 949C Safety Combo 2 Places Located on the right and left wing decks...

Страница 14: ...Important Safety Information RC M 3715 RCG M 3715 Rotary Cutters 334 114M 1 26 21 10 Table of Contents 70439 858 954C Safety Combo...

Страница 15: ...eflector 2 Places Located on front side of left right wing decks 818 230C 1 11 16 x 2 13 16 Red Reflector 4 Places Located on back side of axle spindles 838 614C 2 x 9 Red Reflector 2 Places Located o...

Страница 16: ...y skilled workers using quality materials Proper assembly maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from this Rotary Cutter Application The RC3715 RCM3715 RC...

Страница 17: ...s fold independently It is highly recommended to connect the wing fold hose s to a duplex outlet with fold capabilities and use the float when in field operation Accessory available to convert from 2...

Страница 18: ...stomer supplied hitch pin to allow single person hook up Bar Tite Hitch Optional Refer to Figure 1 4 The bar tite hitch functions similar to LP Performance hitch except it clamps directly to the drawb...

Страница 19: ...e open position then lower center deck down until unit is fully resting on the ground Cylinder Stroke Control Disengagement Figure 1 7 Refer to Figure 1 8 4 Hitch 2 is shipped hinged up and bolted in...

Страница 20: ...Verify tractor drawbar is adjusted correctly Refer to Drawbar Set up dimensions on page 13 7 Raise or lower park jack 3 to align clevis 9 with tractor drawbar Drawbar should fit between lower and upp...

Страница 21: ...re customer supplied 6 Start tractor raise 3 point arms fully up and carefully back tractor within close proximity of clevis 9 7 Shut tractor down properly before dismounting Refer to Tractor Shutdown...

Страница 22: ...ep people and animals away while backing up to the implement or pulling away from the implement Do not operate hydraulic controls while a person or animal is directly behind the power machine or near...

Страница 23: ...hly recommended to connect the wing fold hose s to a duplex outlet with float capabilities and use the float when in field operation The black handled hose is for the lift cylinder The red handled hos...

Страница 24: ...tractor down properly before dismounting Refer to Tractor Shutdown Procedure on page 15 70499 NOTE The cutter is shipped with turnbuckles attached and drawn all the way in as shown in Figure 1 15 4 R...

Страница 25: ...ve all 5 8 hex nuts 1 lock washers 2 flat washers 3 and 5 8 11x1 3 4 bolts 4 from both wing decks Set hardware aside for re use 2 On both wing decks flip the fold lock lugs 5 length wise as shown 3 Re...

Страница 26: ...nd secure with hex whiz nuts 4B Tighten whiz nuts to the correct torque Refer to Figure 1 21 6 Unsnap latches 5 on both sides of gearbox shield 10 and remove shield IMPORTANT The driveline must be lub...

Страница 27: ...engage power take off put tractor in park or set park brake shut tractor engine off remove ignition key and wait for blades to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor Some tractors are equi...

Страница 28: ...nd needs to adjust higher remove carriage bolts 3 and reattach hanger to the upper two square holes 2 with existing flat washers lock washers hex nuts and carriage bolts 3 Continue to adjust hanger to...

Страница 29: ...ly and move deck lift control lever back and forth to relieve all hydraulic pressure 4 Slightly loosen hydraulic hose fitting 2 on right hand wing cylinder 1 to allow air to escape 5 Restart tractor a...

Страница 30: ...ding to the LED lights on the left hand side of the cutter Make sure connector 8L labeled ENHANCER is connected to the Yellow wire connector 9L on enhancer module 9 b Make sure lead wire harness 13 is...

Страница 31: ...ort pin 2 and remove the transport pin 2 from storage holes 3 Refer to Figure 1 32 7 Insert transport pin 2 through wing lock hole 3 and secure it with hairpin cotter 1 Refer to Figure 1 33 8 Move all...

Страница 32: ...ter hitch weight off the tractor drawbar 22 Remove connecting hitch pin or bolt as follows a For Swivel Clevis Hitch See Figure 1 36 Remove hairpin cotter 2 and hitch pin 1 b For LP Performance Hitch...

Страница 33: ...end of cylinder 2 and reinsert hitch pin and secure with hair pin Remove jack or lift straps 10 Return to the tractor and fully extend center deck lift cylinder to raise the deck up 11 Without reliev...

Страница 34: ...oth hinges are 1 lower in the front than in the back 8 Be sure left and right leveling rods have equal amounts of tension and then re tighten jam nuts 5 against lock washers 4 and adjusting nuts 3 Fro...

Страница 35: ...isengaging stroke control flip spacers take time to ensure they are in the open or fully closed position Flip spacers not in the fully closed or fully open position can cause damage to the lift cylind...

Страница 36: ...Chart 60 Always secure equipment with solid non concrete supports before working under it Never go under equipment supported by concrete blocks or hydraulics Concrete can break hydraulic lines can bur...

Страница 37: ...xes free from debris Improper oil level can cause bearing failure and be a fire hazard Maintain proper gearbox oil level Do not exceed rated cutting capacity of your cutter See specifications capaciti...

Страница 38: ...actor 20795 Stop power take off immediately if vibration continues after a few revolutions during start up and anytime vibration occurs thereafter CAUTION To avoid minor or moderate injury Some tracto...

Страница 39: ...stopping and never exceed 20 mph 32 2 km h with attached equipment Rough terrain requires a slower speed Watch while making tight turns to ensure that the rear tractor tires and lower 3 point arms do...

Страница 40: ...Deck Blade Position Figure 3 5 Unfold Wings and Set Deck Cutting Height Refer to Figure 3 5 1 Inspect blade carriers for locked blades prior to lowering the wings Separate locked blades 2 Start tract...

Страница 41: ...etailed instructions 5 If cutter was not shut down commence forward cutting operation at full power take off operating speed Make a new gear selection if tractor is lugging down or if cutter is making...

Страница 42: ...eflective devices to provide adequate warning to pedestrians 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 impo...

Страница 43: ...Section 3 Operating Instructions RC M 3715 RCG M 3715 Rotary Cutters 334 114M 1 26 21 39 Table of Contents This page left blank intentionally...

Страница 44: ...e and one on each wing axle 8 Wheel axle arrangement Four tires on transport axle and two on each wing axle Hitches Land Pride offers 5 different hitches to best suit your application See Hitch Types...

Страница 45: ...adapter fitting 6 from the lift cylinder s port hole 7 and put away as it is no longer be needed 6 Install hydraulic adapter fitting 8 to the lift cylinder s port hole 7 Tighten fitting 7 Install hyd...

Страница 46: ...lic system problems is to ensure your tractor s hydraulic reservoir remains free of dirt and other contaminations Use a clean cloth to wipe hose ends clean before attaching them to your tractor Replac...

Страница 47: ...d be checked for wear and replaced if necessary 3 Attach new left hand skid shoe 1 to cutter with 3 8 plow bolts 2 and secure with 3 8 hex whiz nuts 3 Tighten bolts to the correct torque 4 Repeat for...

Страница 48: ...ration and after periods of inactivity to remove any oxidation from the friction surfaces Repeat run in at the beginning of each season and when moisture seizes the inner friction plates IMPORTANT Pri...

Страница 49: ...al set of scribe marks can be added to check for slippage See Figure 5 7 on page 45 to adjust spring length Clutch Disassembly Inspection Assembly Refer to Figure 5 8 If clutch run in procedure above...

Страница 50: ...tractor Refer to Figure 5 10 4 Remove rubber plug 5 Rotate blade carrier 4 until blade bolt 1 aligns with access hole A 5 Unscrew locknut 3 to remove cutter blade 6 Blade bolt 1 is keyed and will not...

Страница 51: ...st be replaced Check for excessive wear on flat washer 2 Replace as needed Use 1 11 16 Socket Wrench On Blade Nut 3 Land Pride Cutter Blade Parts Part No Part Description 318 586A BLADE BOLT KIT Inclu...

Страница 52: ...adjust or replace as needed 4 Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent rust Ask your Land Pride dealer for aerosol touch up paint Paint is also available in touch up bottles with brus...

Страница 53: ...of Lubrication Multi Purpose Grease Grease both left right hand side turnbuckles Quantity As required Grease with wings folded up to remove pressure on turnbuckle and allow grease to reach more areas...

Страница 54: ...quired 704 70479 70480 72216 Bar Tite Hitch Optional 3 zerks Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required 50 Hours 50 Hours As Needed Deck Hinges 18 zerks Type of Lubrication Multi pu...

Страница 55: ...lug hole in gearbox IMPORTANT Do not overfill gearbox with oil Oil will expand when hot Make sure implement is level and oil is cool before checking oil level Divider Box Change oil after first 50 hou...

Страница 56: ...oat Generously Wing Driveline Joints Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity 2 3 Pumps Drivelines with external profile tube grease point 70491 37519 37519 37518 Intermediate Driveline Joint...

Страница 57: ...antity 8 10 pumps CV Main Driveline Joints Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease For instructions on how to access grease zerks shown in Figure 5 14 See Accessing CV Driveline Joints on page 54 The...

Страница 58: ...of driveline has only one grease zerk Lubrication By Sliding Driveline Shields Back 1 Refer to Figure 5 17 With a flat bladed screwdriver or similar tool pry top of red locking tab up 2 Refer to Figur...

Страница 59: ...34 114M 1 26 21 55 Table of Contents Unlocked Driveline Shield Figure 5 18 Slide Driveline Shield Back To Expose Grease Zerks Figure 5 19 Red Locking Tab Pried Up White Locking Ring Rotated Counterclo...

Страница 60: ...stroke control spacers Wing hydraulics 2 1 2 x 12 hydraulic cylinders hoses fittings Wing transport protection Wing Transport Lock Pins Deck material thickness 10 Gauge 3 4 mm Side skirt thickness 1...

Страница 61: ...tters 334 114M 1 26 21 57 Table of Contents Transport Width Without Special Adjustments Narrow Transport 10 3 3 12 m Add 8 20 3 cm for 29 Airplane Tires 15 3 4 65 m Add 4 10 2 cm for 29 air craft Tire...

Страница 62: ...center decks and wing decks stronger 1 4 Sidewall thickness Increased thickness reduces damage from objects being thrown into deck sidewalls Beveled skid shoes on wings Reduces gouging the ground when...

Страница 63: ...or other tool to separate cutting blades before lowering wings Tractor has instant on power take off Engage power take off at low RPMs and then slowly increase engine speed to full power take off spe...

Страница 64: ...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...

Страница 65: ...product which in Land Pride s judgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal maintenance or care or which has been repaired or altered in a way which adversely affects its...

Страница 66: ...Corporate Office P O Box 5060 Salina Kansas 67402 5060 USA...

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