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Land Pride RCP3060 User's Manual

1. WHT gt Pin Connection a fw N WHT ORG ARN 1 out BLU FLOAT ON OFF RED VIO e RED CONTROL STICK WIRING DIAGRAM Schematic of Solenoid Controlled Cylinders and Control Stick With Float Switch Figure 5 4 34 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 5 Hydraulic Plumbing Pump amp Motor Plumbing The pump receives fluid from a 35 gallon reservoir If Refer to Figure 5 5 cutter blades are stalled an overpressure relief valve A opens to provide a return path to the reservoir Make The hydraulic pump and motor are powered by tractor certain the hydraulic reservoir shut off valve is fully open driven PTO and are not connected to tractor hydraulics before operating pump and motor drive a _ eran Return Line jee 1 WO pE Q Case Drain Line 7 no i E Pressure Line i 5 L Shut Off 5 A R i Valve izim Jeg bo f N OMI aaia o S C 22207 Hydraulic Pump Motor Circuit Figure 5 5 Marking Hydraulic Lines Replacement hydraulic hoses should be measured and From Motor to Pump and Pump to Motor marked before installing to
2. 3 Retract both parallel arms and position deck vertically with blades facing outboard away from tractor 4 Manually hook transport safety chain to deck hook as shown in Figure 1 15 on page 20 5 Raise hitch up to provide 8 12 clearance between deck and ground 6 Always transport to the work site at a safe speed When traveling on roadways transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely A slow moving vehicle sign should always be properly displayed when using public roads or right of ways 7 Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning and leave enough clearance so the Rotary Cutter does not contact obstacles such as buildings trees or fences 8 When traveling over rough or hilly terrain shift tractor to a lower gear 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 27 Table of Contents Section 3 Operating Procedures Cutting Operation A WARNING The following operating procedures must be carefully read and fully understood You are the tractor operator and are therefore responsible for the safe operation of this unit All other persons must be cleared of the area Cutter operation must be stopped when in the vicinity of other persons A CAUTION Do not over speed PTO or machine damage may result The RCP2660 amp RCP3060 operates at 540 RPM and RCPM2660 amp RCPM3060 operates at 1000 RPM Ay DANGER PTO shields must be se
3. Refer to Figure 1 17 6 Press and hold ARM 1 OUT push button switch The inboard parallel arm should extend outward If it does not move or moves in the wrong direction retracts you should do one of the following a Change the position of the console lever from automatic retract to automatic extend or vice versa b Reverse the hoses at the duplex outlet 7 Press and hold ARM 2 OUT push button switch The outboard parallel arm should extend ARM 2 OUT gt ARM 1 a ads DECK UP ARM 1 INO ee Forward FLOAT ON OFF 4 PA DECK DOWN ARM 2 IN Left Hand Right Hand I feat N on fi af os eo gt Table of Contents 8 Press and hold DECK DOWN switch The deck cylinder should extend and deck should pivot down NOTE Cycle all three cylinders to full extension and retraction to remove any air that might be trapped in the system 9 Check hydraulic fluid level in your tractor s reservoir If low add fluid to the system before proceeding The cylinders and hoses will require approximately 1 3 4 gallons from the tractor Float Switch Control Gauge wheels must be installed before checking Float Switch operation Install gauge wheels per instructions on page 24 titled Gauge Wheel Model Set up Make this functional check with ARM 1 and ARM 2 approximately 3 4 extended and with the cutter deck resting on its gauge wheels 1 Operate ARM 1 OUT ARM 2 OUT
4. TS T Ys 6 of eh a Fal PRESSURE LINE _ ho pgo RETURN LINE ARM 1 Solenoid Control Box and Tractors Rated at 16 GPM and Above on page 16 Remote Plumbing with Solenoid Control box Figure 5 2 32 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 5 Hydraulic Plumbing Wiring Schematic Without Float Switch Refer to Figure 5 3 Arm 1 Cylinder Arm 2 Cylinder Deck Cylinder ooo E if Ps a 2 Solenoid Valve Block Assembly Pin Connection ARM 1 IN aay ii yY 12VDC Red 10 AMP FUSE CONTROL STICK WIRING DIAGRAM Schematic of Solenoid Controlled Cylinders and Control Stick Without Float Switch Figure 5 3 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 33 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5 Hydraulic Plumbing Wiring Schematic With Float Switch Refer to Figure 5 4 Arm 1 Cylinder Arm 2 Cylinder Deck Cylinder O i Fo 3 a B D Solenoid Valve Block Assembly
5. a Slide inner yoke of driveline over speed increaser shaft and secure with locking collar b Slide outer yoke of driveline over tractor PTO shaft and secure with locking collar c Skip to step 5 if driveline fits between tractor and speed increaser if driveline does not fit continue with step 4 below 4 The driveline will require shortening if it is too long to fit between tractor and speed increaser Shorten driveline as follows 8 1 1 a Make sure cutter and tractor PTO shafts are level with each other and cutter deck is securely supported at this height with support blocks b Pull driveline apart into two sections as shown in Figure 1 6 c Attach outer driveline universal joint to tractor PTO shaft and inner driveline universal joint to the speed increaser shaft Pull on each driveline section to be sure universal joints are secured d Hold driveline sections parallel to each other to determine if they are too long The inner and outer shields on each section should end approximately 1 short of reaching the universal joint shield on the adjacent section see B dimension If they are too long measure 1 B dimension back from the universal joint shield and make a mark at this location on the inner and outer shields e Cut off inner shield at mark X dimension Cut same amount off inner shaft X1 dimension Repeat cut off procedure Y amp Y1 dimensions to outer
6. Table of Contents Land Pride Yf LU YET G PH EYE GGU A ULL PBDIIDLIDLLE ent injury or Yj ONCE WO MMS An OPERATOR S MANUAL was ctiached to this implement during final inspection at the factory If it was not attached at the time of purchase please contact your selling dealer at once 1 Read and understand Manual BEFORE operating the implement 2 Pay oltention to the safety messages 818 830C Warning Danger Notice Combination Safety Decal ROTATING BLADES KEEP AWAY To prevent serious Injury or death when the engine Is running and the blades are rotating Never allow riders especially children on tractor Do not operate with bystanders in mowing area Do not operate with deflectars quards removed Do not place hands or feet under deck 818 564C Danger Keep Away Rotating Blade Hazard ROTATING BLADES KEEP AWAY A DANGER CR ek To prevent serious injury or death from rotating blade contact Never allow riders especially children on tractor Do not operate with bystanders in mowing area Do not operate with deflectors quards removed Do not place hands or feet under deck when operating or when engine is running B1B 555C 818 555C Danger Rotating Blades Keep Away RCP2
7. 5 8 18 3 4 10 405 230 300 3 4 16 7 8 9 0 375 570 420 820 605 220 165 350 260 280 205 440 325 310 230 650 480 560 7 8 14 1050 _ 780 1 8 1230 910 M24x2 525 390 830 610 1 12 1350 995 M30x3 5 f 60 705 1510 1120 2100 1 1 8 1750 1290 M30x2 1060 785 1680 1240 2320 11 8 12 540 395 1210 890 1 1 4 1120 2460 1820 1 1 4 12 1240 2730 2010 1 3 8 6 1470 3230 2380 13 8 12 1010 2270 1670 11 2 6 1180 2640 1950 a 3160 1 1 2 12 1330 2970 2190 4820 3560 M36 X 3 5 1730 1270 2650 1950 3660 2700 M36 X 2 1880 1380 2960 2190 4100 3220 1 in tpi nominal thread diameter in inches threads per 2 N m newton meters 3 ft Ib foot pounds 4 thread pitch mm x pitch nominal thread diameter in millimeters x Torque tolerance oe Bie of torquing values Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above Additional Torque Values Blade Bolt Lock Nut 450 ft lbs Blade Carrier Hub Nut 450 ft lbs 48 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 10 Appendix Warranty Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the
8. or excessively nicked Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening IMPORTANT Replace cutting blades with genuine Land Pride blades only Blades must be replaced in mating pairs Not replacing both blades will result in an out of balance condition that will contribute to premature bearing break down on the spindle hub and create structural cracks in cutter housing Factory blades are 4 wide by 25 long 1 Align blade bolt 1 in Figure 6 2 with blade bolt access hole shown in Figure 6 1 2 Place tractor gear selector in park and or set brakes shut engine off and remove ignition key 3 Disconnect main driveline from tractor PTO and secure cutter deck in the up position with solid supports before servicing underside of cutter 4 Inspect cutting blades Make certain they are properly installed and are in good working condition Replace any blade that is damaged worn bent or excessively nicked Small nicks can be ground out when sharpened 5 Both blades should be sharpened at the same angle as the original cutting edge and must be replaced or re ground at the same time to maintain proper balance The following precautions should be taken when sharpening blades a Do not remove more material than necessary b Do not heat and pound out a cutting edge c Do not grind blades to a razor edge Leave a blunt cutting edge approximately 1 16 thick d Always grind cutting edge so end of blade remains squa
9. 175 hp tractors weighing 12 000 Ibs or more The Hydraulic drive requires 540 rpm input PTO speed for RCP2660 amp RCP3060 models and 1000 rpm for RCPM2660 amp RCPM3060 models Depending upon hydraulic configuration two or four duplex hydraulic outlets are required on the tractor to operate the cutter s parallel arms and deck angle See Section 7 Specifications amp Capacities on page 43 and Section 8 Features amp Benefits on page 45 for additional information and performance enhancing options Using This Manual e This Operator s Manual is designed to help familiarize you with safety assembly operation adjustments troubleshooting and maintenance Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation The information contained within this manual was current at the time of printing Some parts may change slightly to assure you of the best performance To order a new Operator s or Parts Manual contact your authorized dealer Manuals can also be downloaded free of charge from our website at www landpride com Terminology Right or Left as used in this manual is determined by facing the direction the machine will operate while in use unless otherwise stated Definitions NOTE A special point of information that the operator must be aware of before continuing IMPORTANT A special point of information related to its preceding topic Land Pr
10. Avoid Injury or Machine Damage 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 9 Table of Contents Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners This Rotary Cutter has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials Proper assembly maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine Application The Hydraulic Parallel Arm Rotary Cutters are designed and built by Land Pride to provide excellent cutting performance on ditch banks and other sloping areas adjacent to right of ways lakes ponds and streams They are designed to work equally as well in and around areas of restricted access such as over or under fences guardrails low overhanging branches tree limbs and hedges These units perform extremely well in tall grass cutting applications and will easily cut through standing brush up to two inches in diameter An optional cutter head equipped with two forward and one rear gauge wheel is also available for customers who want to maintain a constant cutting height with minimal control lever manipulation The RCP2660 and RCPM2660 cutters are adapted for Category 2 or 3 three point hitch mounting on 75 hp to 150 hp tractors weighing 8 000 Ibs or more The RCP3060 and RCPM3060 cutters are adapted for Category 2 or 3 three point hitch mounting on 95 hp to
11. and DECK DOWN push button switches to extend the arms and to lower the deck to ground level 2 Change Float Switch from OFF to ON LED light should be illuminated when Float switch is ON IMPORTANT Do Not push DECK and ARM 2 switches for more than two seconds before releasing them when Float Switch is turned to ON 3 Press and hold DECK UP push button switch for under two seconds The deck cylinder should retract pivoting the deck up Release DECK Up switch and deck should fall back onto its gauge wheels 4 Press and hold ARM 2 OUT push button switch for under two seconds ARM 2 should extend raising the deck up Release switch and the deck should fall back onto its gauge wheels 5 For safety return Float Switch to OFF LED light should be out not illuminated ie 24612 L L DECK Parallel Arm Movement Figure 1 17 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 21 Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly amp Set up Tractor Console Control Levers Cycle parallel arm cylinders and deck cylinder with tractor console controls to ensure they operate properly as follows Pre Operational Instructions Refer to Figure 1 15 amp Figure 1 16 on page 20 1 Read and understand Transport Safety Chain on page 2
12. eT Hydraulic amp Solenoid Hook UP 16 GPM Flow amp Above Figure 1 9 Table of Contents IMPORTANT Plumbing instructions in steps step 2 to step 5 below are for all cutters with solenoid controlled cylinders Refer to Figure 1 9 2 Connect pressure line 1 and return line 1 to one of the tractor s duplex outlets Pioneer quick disconnect hose couplings are supplied with each hose Some tractors use other types of quick couplers 3 Determine tractor s hydraulic configuration Consult tractor s manual if unsure e PC Closed Center System Pressure Compensating e LS Closed Center System Load Sensing e Open Center System Refer to Figure 1 10 4 Remove plastic cover located at the rear of the solenoid valve control box 5 Adjust hydraulic flow control valve Knob at the solenoid valve block as follows e PC amp LS Closed Center System PC Pressure Compensating LS Load Sensing Set solenoid valve on RCP unit to CLOSED by turning the flow control knob CLOCKWISE until the knob will not rotate any further Flow control setting to have all oil going to solenoid valve on unit e Open Center System Set solenoid valve on RCP unit to OPEN by turning the flow control knob COUNTER CLOCKWISE until knob will not rotate any further Adjust tractor flow control setting as outlined in Tractor Flow Control on page 25 Flo
13. remote cylinders to operate the parallel arms and deck These cylinders are connected directly to the tractor s remote duplex outlets and are controlled by tractor operator Each cylinder requires a duplex outlet at the tractor DECK L Bs ARM 2 i Ti Connect to Tractor Duplex Outlet s ARM 1 22034 Remote Cylinder Plumbing without Solenoid Control box Figure 5 1 Hydraulic Plumbing With Solenoid Refer to Figure 2 1 on page 25 and Figure 5 2 on this page IMPORTANT The flow control valve must be plumbed correctly See Tractors Rated at 15 GPM and Under on page 16 and Tractors Rated at 16 GPM and Above on page 16 jh The solenoid controlled cylinders provide for momentary push button switch operation of each cylinder These cylinders are connected directly to the solenoid control box Two hydraulic hoses are connected directly to one of the tractor s remote duplex outlets The hydraulic cylinders are then controlled by an electrical control stick with push button switches on the tractor near the operator RETURN LINE 22035 fo aH La The flow control valve must be plumbed correctly See Tractors Rated at 15 GPM and Under on page 16
14. Base Tractor Weight 8 000 Lbs without added weights 12 000 Lbs without added weights Weight 1 690 Ibs 2 225 Ibs No fluid and without gauge wheels No fluid and without gauge wheels Cutting Width 58 58 Overall Width Fully Extended 19 8 22 10 Transport Width 10 without gauge wheels 10 without gauge wheels Minimum Cutting Height 2 2 Deck Level Maximum Horizontal 15 6 186 18 10 226 Reach from Center Tractor Maximum Vertical Reach 11 5 137 13 5 161 Above Horizontal Maximum Vertical Reach 9 1 109 11 0 132 Below Horizontal Deck Rotating Arc 180 Degrees Blade Tip Speed 15 000 FPM Blade Size 1 2 x 4 Blade Rotation Clockwise Blade Bolt 1 1 2 With keyway nut Dishpan 3 16 X 21 Round dish shaped Cutting Capacity 2 Max Deck Thickness 10 GA Speed Increaser Fluid 80 90W EP Gearlube Hydraulic Fluid Mobil 424 Reservoir Capacity and Filter 35 Gallons Conventional 10 Micron Filter Hydraulic Fluid Flow Rate 15 GPM approx Overload Protection Hydraulic relief valve Breakaway Protection Hydraulic Cylinder Driveline ASAE Category 2 Hitch 3 Point Cat 2 amp 3 with clevis style lower hitch Quick Hitch adaptable Skid Shoes 1 4 Reversible Gauge Wheel Model Gauge Wheels Three 13 x 5 00 6 Semi solid smooth tires with greasable caged roller bearings Optional Equipment Options Solenoid controlled cylinders
15. Land Pride Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly amp Set up PTO Hook up IMPORTANT Do not engage tractor PTO until driveline is fully connected and hydraulic fluid has been added to the cutter reservoir IMPORTANT A quick hitch may be used but is not recommended because it moves the cutter deck back about 5 and impedes operator visibility IMPORTANT Refer to Figure 1 5 Avoid premature driveline breakdown A rotating driveline must not exceed an angle of 25 degrees up or down DRIVELINE LEVEL Maximum PTO driveline Movement Figure 1 5 IMPORTANT Always check driveline minimum length during initial setup when connecting to a different tractor 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 IMPORTANT It is necessary to aligning the tractor s PTO shaft level with the Rotary Cutter s speed increaser shaft when checking driveline minimum length Too long a driveline can damage tractor gearbox and driveline Check Driveline Minimum Length Refer to Figure 1 6 1 Start tractor and slowly engage 3 point controls to move lower arms until the PTO shaft for the speed increaser is aligned and level with tractor PTO shaft Securely block cutter in this position 2 Place tractor gear selector in park shut tractor engine off set park brake and remove switch key 3 Attach driveline to cutter and tractor as follows
16. PROPERTY WEAR EYE PROTECTION 518 3806 818 390C Warning Thrown Object Hazard 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 7 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information 818 554C Caution General Safety Information o prevent seriouse injury o HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD on hydraulic system before disconnec Hng noses hand and eye protection when For leaks Use wood or x Keep all components 818 831C Warning High Pressure Fluid Hazard FT 818 003C Slow Moving Vehicle Emblem 8 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information A CAUTION To avoid drive system component damage e Operate only with 34 rpm 818 4030 Rev A 818 403C Used only on RCP2660 amp RCP3060 Series Caution Operate only with 540 rom PTO _ IMPORTANT To avoid MEn isfactory or ing uneven cut only with 1000 B18 484C c Operate rom PTO 818 484C Used only on RCPM2660 amp RCPM3060 Series Important Operate only with 1000 rom PTO IMPORTANT THIS VALVE MUST BE OPEN DURING CUTTER OPERATION OR PUMP DAMAGE WILL OCCUR 818 388C Important Valve must be open 848 369C Caution
17. To 25 30 Ft Lbs Solenoid Valve Hollow Armature Shaft 1 2 Nut Torque to 3 ft Ib Solenoid Valve Block Figure 6 4 Tractor Maintenance One of the most important things you can do to prevent hydraulic system problems is to ensure that your tractor s reservoir remains free of dirt and contamination Use a clean cloth to wipe hose ends before attaching them to your tractor Replace filter element for your tractor s hydraulic system at the prescribed intervals These simple maintenances will go a long way to prevent the occurrence of solenoid valve and hydraulic cylinder problems on the Parallel Arm Cutter Table of Contents Cutter Storage Clean the Rotary Cutter at the end of the working season or when the cutter will not be used for a long period 1 Store control stick in a clean dry location Do not leave it out in the rain Clean control stick with a damp rag Do not submerge control stick in water or clean with high pressure wash 2 Clean off any dirt or grease that may have accumulated on the deck gearbox and on any of the moving parts Scrape off compacted dirt from the bottom of the deck and then wash the surface thoroughly with a garden hose A coating of oil may also be applied to the lower deck area to minimize oxidation 3 Check blades and blade bolts for wear and replace if necessary See Section 6 Maintenance amp Lubrication on page 37 4 Inspect for loose damaged or worn parts
18. and adjust or replace as needed 5 Lubricate as noted in Section 6 Maintenance amp Lubrication on page 37 6 Store the cutter in a clean dry place The deck should be positioned on a flat surface with arms retracted and the jack stands lowered to suitable 3 Point height Ensure that the main frame is stable Use auxiliary supports or posts if necessary to prevent the possibility of the unit tipping over 7 Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent rust Aerosol Buckskin touch up paint is available from your Land Pride Dealer Land Pride Touch up Paint Part Description Part No 821 0110 821 002C PAINT LP BEIGE SPRAY CAN PAINT GP BLACK SPRAY CAN 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 39 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 6 Maintenance amp Lubrication Lubrication Points Lubrication lt Multi purpose Multi purpose a Multi purpose Intervals in hours Legend a spray lube H pease lube oil lube at which lubrication i is required Parallel Arm 11 Zerks Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Deck Pivot 3 Zerks Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease H Driveline Profile 2 Zerks Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease 40 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 6 Maintenance amp Lubrication PT
19. driveline half f Remove all burrs and cuttings Shortening PTO Driveline Shields and Shafts Figure 1 6 Apply multi purpose grease to the inside of the outer driveline shaft and reassemble the two shafts Attach inner driveline yoke to speed increaser shaft and outer driveline yoke to tractor PTO shaft Move driveline back and forth to insure that both ends are secured Reattach any end that is loose IMPORTANT Two small chains supplied with the driveline must be attached to restrict shield rotation Hook the 1st safety chain in the hole on the outer driveline yoke shield and its opposite end to the tractor Hook the 2nd safety chain in the hole on the inner driveline yoke shield and the opposite end to the cutter 0 Start tractor and raise cutter just enough to remove support blocks used in step 4 on page 15 1 Slowly engage tractor s 3 point controls to lower cutter Check for sufficient drawbar clearance Move drawbar ahead aside or remove if required 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 15 Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly amp Set up Flow Control Valve Plumbing An auxiliary flow control valve is included with the cutter when cylinders are solenoid controlled The flow control valve diverts excess oil back to the tractor keeping oil cooler and back pressure down IMPORTANT Damage to o rings in the solenoid
20. end user according to the following schedule when used as intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use Overall Unit and Driveline One year Parts and Labor Hydraulic Cylinder One year Parts and Labor Hoses and seals are considered wear items Hydraulic Motor Two years Parts and Labor Solenoid Control Valves One year Parts and Labor This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land Pride and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part and does not cover common wear items such as blades belts tines etc Land Pride reserves the right to inspect any equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or workmanship This Warranty does not apply to any part or 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 performance or reliability or which has been used for a purpose for which the product 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 Warranty shall not
21. fully understood and become totally familiar with the Operator s Manual Make sure the operator has paid particular attention to Important Safety Information pages 1 to 9 e Section 1 Assembly amp Set up page 12 e Section 2 Adjustments page 25 e Section 3 Operating Procedures page 27 e Section 6 Maintenance amp Lubrication page 37 Make the following inspections after attaching cutter to the tractor See hook up instructions beginning on page 14 Make certain PTO is disengaged and completely stopped 1 Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in good working condition 2 Carefully raise and lower implement with tractor 3 point controls to ensure drawbar tires and other equipment on the tractor do not contact the frame or PTO driveline 3 Lubricate Rotary Cutter as needed Refer to Lubrication Points on page 40 4 Check cutter initially and periodically for loose bolts and Pins Refer to Torque Values Chart on page 48 5 Check all guards and shields to make certain they are in good working condition and in place 6 Check all hoses and wires to be sure that they will not contact PTO driveline 7 Inspect Hydraulic hoses for wear damage and hydraulic leaks See Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard on page 3 Replace damaged and worn hoses with genuine Land Pride parts 8 With PTO disengaged and completely stopped check cutting blades for sharpness 9 Check the followi
22. reassemble as before except include shim 2 in the assembly Select shim thickness based on deflection The greater the deflection the thicker the shim 9 Once blade deflection is correct replace used nut with new locknut 6 and torque to 450 ft Ibs 10 If replacing dishpan 4 nut on gearbox output shaft should be torqued to 550 ft lbs and cotter pin installed in nut with legs securely bent around nut 3 4 maximum blade deflection when blade bolts are tight et o d Cutter Blade Assembly Figure 6 2 Land Pride Cutter Blade Parts Item Part No 318 586A BLADE BOLT KIT Includes items 1 2 5 amp 6 below BLADE BOLT 1 1 8 12 x 3 7 16 WITH KEY BLADE SPACER 16 GA 060 BLADE SPACER 18 GA 048 BLADE SPACER 20 GA 036 BLADE SPACER 24 GA 024 820 112C CUTTER BLADE 1 2 x 4x 25 CW 316 124H DISHPAN WELDMENT SPCL HUB 804 147C WASHER FLAT 1 HARD ASTMF436 803 170C NUT HEX TOP LOCK 1 1 8 12 PLATE Part Description 802 277C 312 075D 312 082D 312 089D 312 808D 1 2 2 2 2 3 4 5 6 Land Pride Skid Shoes WARNING Excessive wear on skid shoes may cause inadequate operation of cutter and create a safety hazard Inspect skid shoes at the beginning of each cutting season Check all skid shoes weekly for wear and replace if necessary Original material thickness is 1 4 They should be replaced when the material thickness is less than 1 8 at any p
23. running smoothly increase tractor PTO speed to cutter rated PTO speed Stop PTO rotation immediately if vibration occurs Wait for the PTO to come to a complete stop and then dismount from the tractor to check for probable causes 8 Optimum ground speed will depend on density of material being cut terrain and operator skill If in doubt change gears to reduce tractor ground speed to a comfortable level Breakaway Operating Procedures Refer to Figure 3 1 The deck and parallel arms are designed to breakaway should the cutter head make contact with an immovable object or irregular terrain during forward travel This breakaway feature will protect the cutter against structural damage by allowing the deck and parallel arms to pivot backwards Upon breakaway the cutter head must be reset to original home position before normal cutting operations can resume IMPORTANT Do not attempt to operate cutter in reverse The breakaway mechanism will function correctly ONLY while tractor is moving forward Cutting while backing up may cause structural damage to the parallel arms and deck if cutter head strikes a solid or immovable object 1 Raise arms and deck up to clear any obstacles located behind the cutter deck 2 Slowly back cutter away from any obstacles that will interfere with pivoting unit back to home position 3 Use tractor s remote breakaway cylinder control to pivot unit back to home positi
24. solid objects Excessive skid shoe wear Excessive vibration Deck Cylinder will not extend and or retract Cutting height not level or blade missing Adjust deck height or replace Soil abrasive Raisecutting height Cutting too low Raise cutting height Locked blades Inspect and unlock blades Blades have unequal weight Replace blades as a PAIR PTO driveline is bent Straighten or replace PTO driveline Blade carrier bent Replace straightenbladecarrier PTO cross not centered with yoke Orifice elbow on rod end is plugged Broken disconnected wire on solenoid Disassemble and inspect for incorrectly located needles or damaged bearing cap Clean orifice fitting 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 46 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 9 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Electrical control push button 10 AMP Fuse broken Replace 10 AMP fuse eMINenes Conet NOM Circular Plastic connector is not connected Connect remote cable to solenoid control to receptacle valve No power to control stick connections Check battery or power Tractor spool va
25. the cutter Excessive engine speed will cause damage to the speed increaser and other power train components IMPORTANT Control stick must be kept out of the rain during operation and when in storage Never use high pressure wash to clean the control stick After attaching cutter to the tractor carefully raise and lower the unit to ensure that the drawbar tires and other equipment on the tractor do not contact cutter frame or PTO driveline Remove and stow transport safety chain before extending the arms or lowering the deck Adjust tractor lower 3 point arms such that PTO driveline is approximately level Skip to step step 5 if control stick is not included If control stick is included read and fully understand Switch Functions on page 19 Extend parallel arms and deck cylinder as follows Deck without gauge wheels a Starting with ARM 1 extend the two parallel arms switching back and forth from ARM 1 to ARM 2 until both arms are positioned as needed b Extend DECK cylinder until deck is parallel to the ground c Adjust deck and parallel arms to locate cutter for best operator visibility Normally this is with arms extended out approximately 3 4 of full extension Deck with gauge wheels a Make certain tractor control levers are set to center detent position and if available Float Switch on the control stick is OFF b Starting with ARM 1 extend the two par
26. to frame with 5 16 dia roll 1 Check 5 8 hex flange lock nuts attached to bolts 3 They should be drawn up snug not tight A frame 2 should pivot freely on the two bolts 2 Cut ties securing A frame 2 and rotate frame to position it behind the deck as shown 3 Install ratchet jack 8 to cutter deck with 1 dia clevis pin 6 Secure with hair pin 3 4 Attach opposite end of ratchet jack to A frame 2 with 1 dia clevis pin 6 Secure with hair pin 5 s M RZ 4 pin 7 Gauge Wheel Set Up Figure 1 20 24 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 2 Adjustments Table of Contents Hydraulic Flow Control Settings The hydraulic cylinders require 5 GPM gallons per minute to function properly This is set by adjusting the flow control valve s and then timing how long it takes for the cylinder to fully retract The valve is adjusted correctly when it takes 5 seconds to retract Cutter Flow Control Refer to Figure 2 1 IMPORTANT Oil overheating may occur if flow control is not achieved Damage to o rings in the solenoid valve and or in the cylinders may occur if oil becomes overheated An auxiliary flow control valve is included with the cutter when provided with solenoid controlled cylinders The flow control valve diverts excess oil back to the tractor keeping oil cooler and back pressure down FLOW CONTR
27. 0 before continuing 2 Remove transport safety chain from its latched position and place loose end on the storage hook 3 Start tractor and adjust 3 point hitch until PTO driveline is approximately level Center Detent Control Refer to Figure 1 18 4 Operate tractor console control lever designated for ARM 1 by pushing it forward The inboard arm should extend outward If ARM 1 retracts reverse hydraulic hoses at the duplex outlet See Figure 1 11 on page 18 5 Repeat this procedure for remaining arm and deck cylinders NOTE Cycle all cylinders to full extension and retraction to remove any air that might be trapped in the system Forward Left Hand z ARM 1 ARM 2 DECK BREAKAWAY Land Pride 6 Check hydraulic fluid level in your tractor s reservoir If low add fluid to system before proceeding The cylinders and hoses will require approximately 1 3 4 gallons from the tractor Float Positioning Control Gauge wheels must be installed before setting tractor operator levers to float position Install gauge wheels per instructions on page 24 titled Gauge Wheel Model Set up To make this functional check ARM 1 and ARM 2 must not be fully extended Cutter deck should be resting on the gauge wheels 1 Operate all three tractor console control levers and lower deck to ground level 2 Set only ARM 2 and DECK control levers in float position Consult t
28. 60 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 4 Optional Equipment Table of Contents Hydraulic Control Options There are four options available Solenoid Control with Standard Deck Option Cutting deck is supplied without gauge wheels Two duplex outlets are required to operate arm cylinders deck pivot cylinder and breakaway cylinder Arm and deck cylinders are solenoid activated with momentary push button switches at the control stick Breakaway cylinder is controlled by tractor lever Tractor Control with Standard Deck Option Cutting deck is supplied without gauge wheels Four tractor duplex outlets are required to operate the arm cylinders deck pivot cylinder and breakaway cylinder Tractor levers operator all cylinders Solenoid Control with Valve Float Deck Option Cutting deck is supplied with gauge wheels for controlling deck height and angle in lieu of momentary push button switches Two duplex outlets are required to operate arm cylinders deck pivot cylinder and breakaway cylinder Arm and deck cylinders are solenoid activated with momentary push button switches at the control stick An ON OFF push button Float Switch is included on the control stick to bypass ARM 2 and DECK solenoids allowing the deck to float on its gauge wheels Breakaway cylinder is controlled by tractor lever Tractor Control with Hose Float Deck Option Cutting deck is supplie
29. 660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information merine wewewe 818 339C P Warning High Pressure i Fluid Hazard Men Gg THROWN OBJECT HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death from thrown object Operate only with all guards installed and in good condition Stop operation if bystanders come within several hundred feet B18 556C 818 556C Danger Thrown Object Hazard 3 Places A WARNING ROLL OVER HAZARD TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH e THIS CUTTER MUST NOT BE ATTACHED TO TRACTORS THAT WEIGH LESS THAN 7000 LBS OR HAVE A WHEELBASE LESS THAN 74 WIDE AUXILIARY WEIGHTS MAY BE REQUIRED CONSULT YOUR OWNERS MANUAL FOR DETAILS EQUIP TRACTOR WITH APPROVED ROPS ROLL OVER PROTECTION STRUCTURE CONSULT YOUR OWNERS MANUAL FOR SPECIFICS DO NOT OPERATE TRACTOR AT ANGLES EXCEEDING 30 818 3910 818 391C Warning Tractor Roll Over Hazard WARNING SIDE MOUNTED ROTARY CUTTERS MAY DISCHARGE OBLECTS AT HIGH SPEED WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO BY STANDERS OR OPERATOR A EQUIP TRACTOR WITH A CAB OR OTHER APPROVED SAFETY SHIELDING EQUIP DECK WITH FACTORY APPROVED SAFETY GUARDS DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT IN THE VICINITY OF OTHER PERSONS ANIMALS QR
30. O U joint 2 Zerks Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Gauge Wheel 2 Zerks per wheel 3 wheels Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease As demi p Pease Ratchet Jack 2 Zerks per jack 2 jacks Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As Required 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 41 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 6 Maintenance amp Lubrication Motor Spindle Hub Refer to Figure 6 5 The motor spindle hub 1 has two cavity plugs 2 located on one side of the housing 1 Disengage PTO driveline 2 Position cutter deck in transport position and secure with deck safety chain 3 Set tractor park brake shut engine off and remove switch key before continuing 4 Remove one of the cavity plugs 2 to check fluid level Fluid level should be within 1 2 from top of port opening Motor Spindle Hub 5 Add 80 90 weight gearlube as required Full capacity Figure 6 5 of motor housing is approximately 1 3 pint 6 Install cavity plug and tighten Hydraulic Reservoir Refer to Figure 6 6 The hydraulic reservoir has an effective capacity of 35 gallons A dipstick located on the filler cap indicates correct reservoir fluid level Disengage PTO driveline and shut tractor engine off before checking fluid level Add hydraulic fluid as needed to fill to full mark on dipstick A filter mounted
31. OL KNOB 22010 1 A Plumbing shown is for tractors with hydraulic oil flow rate of 15 GPM and under Flow Conirol Valve for Solenoid Operated Cylinders Figure 2 1 Refer to Figure 2 2 1 Set Rotary Cutter in folded transport position All parallel arm and deck cylinders are fully retracted when in transport position 2 Press and hold ARM 2 OUT push button switch to fully raise outboard arm up Release switch when cylinder is fully extended 3 Press and hold ARM 2 IN push button switch and time how long it takes to cycle from fully extended to fully retracted 4 Adjust flow control knob See Figure 2 1 until cycle time is 5 seconds Tractor Flow Control Refer to Figure 2 2 NOTE Parallel Arm Cutters with S N 163695 will require flow control valve kit 316 068K if your tractor does not have flow control turtle rabbit control or if your tractor uses an open center hydraulic system Check your tractor s operator s manual to determine your tractor s set up The tractor s turtle rabbit flow control valves are used when all hydraulic connections are connected directly to the tractor outlets 1 Set cutter in folded transport position All parallel arm and deck cylinders are fully retracted when in transport position 2 Operate tractor ARM 2 lever to raise outboard arm fully up as shown 3 Operate tractor ARM 2 lever to fully retract outboard arm and time how l
32. Section 1 Assembly amp Set up ARM 1 OUT IN Switches ARM 1 OUT IN push button switches extends and retracts the inboard parallel arm Deck pivot angle remains unchanged while operating these two switches ARM 1 push button switches are always functional and will operate with Float Switch turned ON or OFF 1 Press and hold ARM 1 OUT push button to extend inboard arm Release switch to stop movement 2 Press and hold ARM 1 IN push button to retract inboard arm Release switch to stop arm movement Float ON OFF Switch The control stick will be equipped with a Float Switch and LED light only if the cutter deck is equipped with gauge wheels Press and release the Float Switch to turn float function ON Press and release the switch again to turn float function OFF Toggling the switch back and forth in this fashion will turn float function ON amp OFF repetitively LED light illuminates only when the Float Switch is ON Float Switch Turned ON When ON the Float Switch allows the deck to be carried on the gauge wheels Deck UP DOWN and ARM 2 OUT IN push button switches are bypassed allowing deck position to change with the terrain ARM 1 push button switches are not bypassed Therefore ARM 1 IN switch can be pressed to move deck closer and to raise parallel arms for clearing objects ARM 2 OUT switch can be pressed to move de
33. Table of Contents Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 316 111M Operator s Manual 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 Copyright 2008 Printed 12 16 08 Hydraulic hoses and fittings not shown are included with Parallel Arm Cutter Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit Table of Contents Important Safety Information 1 Safety at All Times 000 cece eee 1 Look For The Safety Alert Symbol 1 Safety Labels 00 e cece ee eee eee 4 Introduction ceecccesandewawdwnaw dee 10 Applications ccsasese seen edaa eee ew ew A 10 Using This Manual 000 eevee 10 Owner Assistance 00c eee eeeaee 10 Section 1 Assembly amp Set up 12 Tractor Requirements 2 12 HOMsepowel 2 2s 25ons5 nsn rasan ta t PENA 12 Weights sisg 444444940494 G4 94 G4 GR ORERGS 12 Wheel Base 0 0000e ee eeee 12 HitChwc ie cteetet eed hdl biel Sdn neet 13 Hydraulic Outlets 0 00 0 13 PTO Speed wiacetaaadadatatatadatacaes 13 Protective Equipment 13 Dealer Preparations 00005 13 3 Point Hook up 2 0 0 0 0 cee eee 14 PTO HOOKUP 245 facade deuudadusatudaduds 15 Flow Con
34. The breakaway cylinder is used to prevent structural damage to the cutter head and parallel arms If the cutter head strikes an object during forward movement the breakaway cylinder extends allowing the parallel arms and cutter deck to freely pivot 90 degrees to the rear IMPORTANT A 1 2 bolt is installed for shipping purposes only This bolt must be remove before connecting the hydraulic hoses to the tractor The breakaway cylinder should be installed on the cutter as shown in Figure 5 7 Be sure the rod end of the REMOVE AND DISCARD 1 2 BOLT BEFORE CONNECTIONING HYDRAULIC HOSES TO THE TRACTOR Land Pride cylinder is located on pivot lug as shown Connect both hoses from cylinder to a remote duplex outlet on the tractor Pressure Shut Down Valve Operation Refer to Figure 5 7 The standard pressure shut down valves supplied with the breakaway cylinder inherently leak a small amount of oil allowing the deck to drift back during field operation When required reset the cutter deck forward during field operation using the tractor s remote cylinder control levers An optional replacement pressure shut down valve is available that greatly reduces the frequency of cutter bar drift but takes continuous force to move the deck back Deck does not freely pivot back as it does when using the standard pressure shut down valves See Land Pride s Parts Manual No 316 111P for ordering either the standard or optional
35. Tractor connecting hoses Operator Protective shield 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 43 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 7 Specifications amp Capacities RCP M 2660 RCP M 3060 ll co AN RCP M 2660 RCP M 3060 aan NN Z0 SS FOLDED TRANSPORT POSITION A l 62 g a O E i ee sty RCP M 2660 19 8 RCP M 3060 22 10 274 l FULLY EXTENDED FIELD POSITION 22005 Overall Dimensions Figure 9 1 12 16 08 44 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M Land Pride Section 8 Features amp Benefits Table of Contents RCP M 2660 amp RCP M 3060 Series Parallel Arm Features Benefits Tractor HP Range RCP M 2660 RCP M 3060 Gearbox HP Rating Designed for 75 150 HP tractor with minimum weight of 8 000 Ibs Designed for 95 175 HP tractor with minimum weight of 12 000 Ibs 150 HP 3 Point Design Does not tie up a tractor Three point hook up is easy to hook up and remove from tractor Cutter Deck Visibility Factory Assembled Visibility of the cutter deck is captured from t
36. al Equipment 31 Hydraulic Control Options 31 Operator Protective Shield Option 31 Section 5 Hydraulic Plumbing 32 Hydraulic Plumbing Without Solenoid 32 Hydraulic Plumbing With Solenoid 32 Wiring Schematic Without Float Switch 33 Wiring Schematic With Float Switch 34 Pump amp Motor Plumbing 35 Breakaway Cylinder Plumbing 36 Pressure Shut Down Valve Operation 36 Section 6 Maintenance amp Lubrication 37 Maintenance 2 cee ee eee 37 Cutter Blades 0 0 0 ccc eee eee 37 SKIES MOSS faces eeu oh hate E ws alte eaten 38 Solenoid Valve Block 000005 39 Tractor Maintenance 000e eee 39 Cutter Storage cece 39 Lubrication Points 0000 e eens 40 Parallel Arm 1 2 ee es 40 Deck Pivot 0 0 00 cece eee eee 40 Driveline Profile 000005 40 PTO U joint 2 0 eee 41 Gauge Wheel 0c cece eens 41 Ratchet Jack 0 0 00 e eee eee 41 Motor Spindle Hub 0 0 00 eee 42 Hydraulic Reservoir 0000005 42 Speed Increaser nannan nnana 42 Section 7 Specifications amp Capacities 43 Section 8 Features amp Benefits 45 Section 9 Troubleshooting 46 Section 10 Appendix 48 Torque Values Chart 00000 eee 48 Warranty e
37. allel arms switching back and forth from ARM 1 to ARM 2 until both arms are positioned as needed c Extend DECK cylinder until deck is resting on its gauge wheels d Switch ARM 2 and DECK cylinders to float position e Solenoid controlled cylinders Change Float Switch from OFF to ON e Tractor controlled levers Place ARM 2 and DECK control levers in float position e Adjust ratchet jacks to raise or lower deck to desired cutting height See also Deck Level Adjustments on page 26 f Adjust ARM 1 to locate cutter for best operator visibility Normally this is with arms extended out approximately 3 4 of full extension 28 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 3 Operating Procedures IMPORTANT Your Rotary Cutter is equipped with free swinging cutting blades to reduce shock loads to the cutter when striking obstacles The cutting blades can lock together while transporting Always check for locked blades before starting to cut 6 Set tractor throttle to idle or slightly above idle and slowly engage PTO Start up vibration is normal and should stop after a few revolutions of the blade carrier Stop PTO rotation if vibration continues Wait for PTO to come to a complete stop and then dismount from tractor to check for probable causes such as blades locked together 7 Once cutter is
38. be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damages of any kind direct consequential or contingent to property Furthermore Land Pride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond its reasonable control This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops any expense or loss for labor supplies rental machinery or for any other reason No other warranty of any kind whatsoever express or implied is made with respect to this sale and all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in this written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days from the date of purchase by the end user 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 49 Corporate Office P O Box 5060 Salina Kansas 67402 5060 USA www landpride com
39. by approximately 1 2 Cutter With Gauge Wheels Refer to Figure 1 20 on page 24 amp Figure 2 3 1 Make certain tractor control levers are set to center detent position and if available Float Switch on the control stick is turned OFF 2 Raise tractor 3 Point hitch until PTO driveline is approximately level 3 Adjust arm cylinders so that the parallel arms are approximately 3 4 extended and deck cylinder so that the gauge wheels are 3 to 4 inches off the ground 4 Continue adjusting deck cylinder until deck is level from left to right 5 Extend ARM 1 cylinder until gauge wheels are 1 to 2 inches off the ground Oo Q a PTO shaft Land Pride 6 Place a level on the cutter deck to read forward aft attitude IMPORTANT Gauge wheels should not touch ground while adjusting the center 3 pint link If needed retract ARM 1 sightly to raise gauge wheels off the ground See Figure 2 3 Adjust center 3 Point link 3 so that the front of the cutter deck is slightly lower than the rear by 1 2 Adjust front gauge wheels to the approximate cutting height Vertical distance from bottom of front gauge wheels to tip of front cutting blade Adjust rear gauge wheel to be the same distance off the ground as the front gauge wheels Switch ARM 2 and DECK cylinders to float position This will allow the cutter deck to be supported by the gauge wheels a Solenoid controlled cylinders Chang
40. ck farther away from tractor The deck can be raised with ARM 2 OUT push button switch or pivoted up with DECK UP push button switch but neither switch will hold the deck to this changed position Instead the deck will fall onto the gauge wheels as soon as the push button is released Float Switch Turned OFF The Float Switch when OFF allows the operator to control all six momentary push button switches individually ARM 1 ARM 2 amp Deck Turn Float Switch OFF 1 When transporting the cutter 2 When crossing ditches that will cause the deck to become high centered or gauge wheels to catch stopping forward travel 3 When encountering raised areas such as banks stumps rocks or other protrusions that the gauge wheels cannot and or should not roll over 4 When the operator wants full control of cutter deck and parallel arms Land Pride Operational Checks Transport Safety Chain Refer to Figure 1 15 amp Figure 1 16 A WARNING Transport safety chain must remain hooked to the deck until ready to extend parallel arms and deck cylinder Float Switch must always be OFF until deck has been lowered to ground level The transport safety chain should always be hooked to the deck hook when cutter is folded up Otherwise the operating levers and or push button switches could be bumped or hoses could burst allowing deck to fall and cause damage to cutter tractor and anyone nearby Befo
41. convenient for the operator b When in use grip the control stick such that the push button switches are easy to access ARM 1 OUT ARM 1 IN LED LIGHT FLOAT ON OFF ARM 2 OUT Forward Left Hand til CONTROL STICK A Ca fo fo zx 00 7 Z UD Control Stick Shown with Float Switch Figure 1 13 Refer to Figure 1 9 on page 17 2 Route control cable from control stick to solenoid control box on the cutter and connect to mating connector 3 Route power cable to the tractor battery positive power source or circuit breaker panel A 10 Amp or larger fuse circuit breaker source should be used a Connect red lead to positive power source b Connect black lead to negative power source Table of Contents Switch Functions Refer to Figure 1 14 The following operational checks assumes thatthe cutter is equipped with solenoid controlled cylinders Skip to Tractor Console Control Levers on page 22 if not set up for this arrangement NOTE The control stick wiring includes a 10 amp fuse on the red power cable If overheated the fuse will open stopping all power to the controls The fuse must be replaced before power will resume NOTE Make sure hydraulic plumbing is configured correctly for your tractor s hydraulic flow rate See Flow Control Valve Plumbing on page 16 Consult your tractor s manual and or your dealer if unsure of your tractor s flow rate The control stick will hav
42. cured in place when operating to avoid injury or death from entanglement in rotating drivelines A WARNING The Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter is designed to cut grass and brush up to 2 in diameter Using this cutter for another type of work can damage the drive components deck and support frame A WARNING Do not operate this cutter under any terrain conditions that would place tractor at an angle exceeding 30 degrees either front to rear or left to right Make sure adequate ballast weights are provided on both the front of tractor and left of tractor and left hand side of cutter to assure tractor stability A DANGER Rotary Cutters have the ability to discharge objects at high speeds Front amp rear deck safety shields are required A DANGER Do not use deck as a fan Cutting blades are not properly designed or guarded for this use Using deck as a fan can result in injury and or death Ay DANGER Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than hands when searching for hydraulic leaks If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it must be treated by a doctor within a few hours or gangrene may result IMPORTANT Avoid catching hydraulic hoses on brush post stumps and other protrusions that could damage and or break them Land Pride IMPORTANT Do not exceed rated PTO speed of
43. d with gauge wheels for controlling deck height and angle in lieu of control levers Four duplex outlets are required at the tractor to operate the arm cylinders deck pivot cylinder and breakaway cylinder Tractor levers operator all cylinders ARM 2 and DECK control levers are set in float position when carrying the deck on its gauge wheels Operator Protective Shield Option An optional operator protective shield is available for use on tractors not equipped with cabs or other protective shielding This shield is a universal type and is suitable for attachment to a conventional Roll Over Protective Structure ROPS that is already attached to the tractor It is constructed of an extruded aluminum frame and glazed with 1 4 clear lexan polycarbonate Mounting hardware will permit attachment to ROPS having cross section dimensions of 2 x 4 2 x 5 and 2 x 6 or 2 1 2 x 4 2 1 2 x 5 and 2 1 2 x 6 Other sizes may require longer mounting bolts and or custom flatbars Installation requires that 4 mounting holes be drilled in the frame of the shield No modification is made to the ROPS Protective Shield Installation Refer to Figure 4 1 1 Measure width and thickness of the tractor ROPS bar to determine if the clamping hardware supplied will be adequate 2 Compare parts list and quantities with parts received Report any missing or damaged items to your dealer NOTE To determine the best location for the p
44. e 6 momentary push button switches for pivoting the deck moving ARM 1 and moving ARM 2 If the deck is equipped with gauge wheels the control stick will also include an ON OFF Float Switch and an LED light to indicate when the Float Switch is ON ARM 1 OUT BLUE ARM 1 IN BLUE s LED LIGHT FLOAT ON OFF RED ARM 2 OUT YELLOW JECK UP RED DECK DOWN RED ARM 2 IN YELLOW CONTROL STICK Control Stick Figure 1 14 Deck Up Down Switches Operate Deck UP DOWN push button switches to keep deck parallel to the ground Float Switch and LED light must be OFF before the deck switches will function 1 Press and hold DECK UP push button to pivot end of deck up Release switch to stop movement 2 Press and hold DECK DOWN push button to pivot end of deck down Release switch to stop movement ARM 2 OUT IN Switches ARM 2 OUT IN push button switches extends and retracts the outboard parallel arm Deck pivot angle remains unchanged while operating these two switches Float Switch and LED light must be OFF before ARM 2 switches will function 1 Press and hold ARM 2 OUT push button to extend outboard arm Release switch to stop movement 2 Press and hold ARM 2 IN push button to retract outboard arm Release switch to stop movement 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 19 Table of Contents
45. e Float Switch from OFF to ON Tractor controlled levers Place ARM 2 and DECK control levers in float position Recheck deck height at the front and rear Make final adjustments to level the deck by changing the rear gauge wheel height until the deck rear is 1 2 higher than the deck front NOTE Nominal cutting height is the distance from tip of front cutting blade to ground level 12 Change nominal cutting height by raising or lowering the front and rear gauge wheels equally until the blade at the front is set at the correct height 13 Recheck deck height at the front and rear If needed adjust rear gauge wheel until deck rear is 1 2 higher than deck front 10 b 11 Ei Rear 1 2 Nominal Cutting Height X Deck level Adjustments Figure 2 3 26 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 3 Operating Procedures Table of Contents Operating Check List The RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 amp RCPM3060 Series Parallel Arm Hydraulic Rotary Cutters are uniquely versatile and powerfully productive cutting implement in the hands of a knowledgeable skilled and responsible operator These cutters are frequently operated on inclines in populated and high traffic areas Therefore it is absolutely essential that no one operates these cutters without first having read
46. ecting hydraulic hoses Do Not reinstall tension bolt while using hydraulic breakaway 2 Attach quick disconnect adaptors customer supplied to each breakaway hydraulic hose 3 Attach breakaway hoses to a single duplex outlet on the tractor as shown in Figure 1 12 Tractor Remote Controls Connect both hoses to single duplex outlet Hose Hook up Without Solenoid Control Breakaway Cylinder Hose Connections Figure 1 11 Figure 1 12 18 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 1 Assembly amp Set up Electrical Hook up This section applies only to parallel arm cutters equipped with solenoid controlled cylinders Skip to Tractor Console Control Levers on page 22 if not equipped with this arrangement IMPORTANT Connect power cable leads only to 12 VDC power source Connection to 24 VDC or larger will damage electrical components NOTE Arm and deck functions will be slow if dual 6 volt batteries are not hooked up correctly See tractor s manual for proper 12 volt hook up when tractor has dual 6 volt batteries Refer to Figure 1 13 1 Find a suitable location to place control stick when not in use a A suitable location for the control stick is usually close to the operator s right hand side on the tractor fender or fender console Exact location should be
47. ee ee 49 Land Pride provides this publication as is without warranty of any kind either expressed or implied While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual Land Pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Land Pride reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication and may not reflect the product in the future Land Pride is a registered trademark All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Printed in the United States of America RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 12 16 08 Land Pride Important Safety Information Table of Contents These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual Safety at All Times Thoroughly read and understand the instructions given in this manual before operation Refer to the Safety Label section read all instructions noted on them Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment who has not fully read and comprehended this manual and who has not been properly trained in the safe operation of the equipment A Operator should be familiar with all functions of the unit A Operate implem
48. ent from the driver s seat only A Make sure all guards and shields are in place and secured before operating implement A Do not leave tractor or implement unattended with engine running A Dismounting from a moving tractor could cause serious injury or death A Do not allow anyone to stand between the tractor and implement while backing up to the implement A Keep hands feet and clothing away from power driven parts A Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts A Watch out for wires trees etc when raising implement Make sure all persons are clear of working area A Turning tractor too tight may cause implement to ride up on wheels This could result in injury or equipment damage A Do not carry passengers on implement at any time Look For The Safety Alert Symbol The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precaution must be taken When you see this symbol be alert and carefully read the message that follows it In addition to design and configuration of equipment hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness concern prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation transport maintenance and storage of equipment Be Aware of Signal Words A Signal word designates a degree or level of hazard seriousness The signal words are A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardou
49. he operator s seat Easy to see operation Operator does not have to look behind Arrives ready for the customer saves time and money Excluding fluids and hydraulic valve Grease Ports 10 Transport Width All grease ports are easily accessible for servicing Folds up close to the tractor No weight brackets or decks hanging away from the tractor Typically not much wider than the tractor which means safer transporting Parallel Arm Design Long Horizontal Reach RCP M 2660 15 6 186 RCP M 3060 18 10 226 Three cylinders used in a parallel arm design allows any cylinder to be adjusted without changing the position of the others Means less positioning Good access for reaching vegetation far away from the tractor Better access for reaching vegetation far away from the tractor Above Grade Vertical Reach RCP M 2660 117 5 137 RCP M 3060 13 5 161 Below Grade Reach RCP M 2660 9 1 109 RCP M 3060 117 0 132 Good access for reaching up embankments and cutting low over hanging limbs Better access for reaching up embankments and cutting low over hanging limbs Good access for reaching down embankments Better access for reaching down embankments 180 Degree Operating Tilt Arc Cutter head can be positioned to reach different angles Cat 2 amp 3 540 or 1000 RPM Fits a wide variety of tractors 35 Gallon Oil Reservoir 2 Cutting Capacity High Blade Tip S
50. ht 12 000 lbs Tractor basic minimum weight 13 500 Ibs It is best to add auxiliary weights to the left rear tractor wheel In addition up to eight 100 Ib suitcase type weights can be added to the weight bracket on the hydraulic reservoir However adding weights to the reservoir can lighten the tractor s front end IMPORTANT Front tractor weights and or ballast to tires may be required to offset weight of cutter and auxiliary weights Consult your tractor manual to determine if additional ballast is needed IMPORTANT Extended parallel arms will pull the tractor s front to the right When necessary add weight to the tractor front to stabilize it Consult your tractor s manual for allowable added weights IMPORTANT The tractor s right rear wheel should be pressurized to the manufactures highest recommended air pressure Wheel Base Refer to Figure 1 1 amp Figure 1 2 Rear wheel base must meet minimum requirements when measured from outside face to outside face of rear tractor tires Smaller wheel bases must not be used RCP2660 amp RCPM2660 Rear Wheel Base 74 minimum RCP3060 amp RCPM3060 Rear Wheel Base 95 minimum The deck motor may interfere with the right rear tractor tire when deck is folded for transporting This is especially true if the outside face of the tire is more than 47 away from the tractor center Tractors equipped with dual whee
51. ide s intention is that this information should be read and noted before continuing Owner Assistance The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by the dealer at the time of purchase This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service If customer service or repair parts are required contact a Land Pride dealer A dealer has trained personnel repair parts and equipment needed to service the cutter The parts on your cutter have been specially designed and should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride parts Therefore should your cutter require replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer Serial Number Plate For prompt service always use the serial number and model number when ordering parts from your Land Pride dealer Be sure to include your serial and model numbers in correspondence also Refer to Figure 1 for the location of your serial number plate Serial Number Plate Location Figure 1 10 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Table of Contents Introduction Further Assistance Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new cutter If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service received the following actions are suggested 1 Discuss the matter with your dealership service manager making sure he is aware of any problems you may have and
52. in Configuration Based on Hitch Category Figure 1 3 Land Pride Refer to Figure 1 4 4 Slowly back tractor up to the Rotary Cutter while using tractor s 3 point hydraulic controls to align lower hitch link holes with clevis holes on the cutter 5 Place tractor gear selector in park and or set brakes shut engine off and remove ignition key 6 Aligned and positioned tractor s lower hitch holes in the clevises Attach the lower arms to the clevises with hitch pins and secure with linch pins 7 Adjust top center link in or out to align the center link hole with the cutter s center hitch pin hole Connect top center link to cutter hitch pin hole using customer supplied clevis pin and linch pin 8 Make certain the lower 3 point arms are stabilized to prevent excessive side movement 9 Return to tractor and slowly raise tractor 3 Point hitch about 1 to 2 inches Stow jack stands in the raised position 10 Slowly operate tractor s 3 Point arms up and down to check clearance between cutter components and tractor components Move or remove tractor drawbar if it interferes with cutter 11 Adjust tractor s lower arms to level cutter frame from left to right 12 Adjust center top link to level cutter frame from front to rear 13 Final deck leveling adjustments will be made later Tractor 3 Point Hitch Figure 1 4 14 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08
53. ing above designed PTO speed 4 Settractor speed at idle and SLOWLY engage PTO to start blade rotation On initial start up blade position may cause deck to vibrate After 2 to 3 revolutions these vibrations should stop If deck continues to vibrate shut PTO off raise cutter deck and check for locked blades blades that are overlapped and locked together 5 Gradually increase engine rpm until PTO output has reached cutter rated PTO speed either 540 rpm or surface 1000 rpm The deck should not exhibit excessive vibration oe 4 Return Line ep eg we a o Case Drain Line Pressure Line Filter e o A Tump ed A dey Motor Eo i z i S W Eii uo O Shut Off Valve Ll 22207 Hydraulic Pump Motor Circuit Figure 1 19 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 23 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1 Assembly amp Set up Gauge Wheel Model Set up Gauge Wheel Installation Refer to Figure 1 20 1 Install 1 1 4 1 D machine washer 4 over yoke The deck with gauge wheels is shipped from the factory spindle 1 as shown completely assembled to the parallel arm with the 2 Insert yoke spindle 1 into the front support frame exception of installing the rear ratchet jack and one 3 Install second 1 1 4 I D machine washer 4 over gauge wheel yoke spindle 1 Ratchet Jack Installation 4 Secure yoke spindle
54. kaway cylinders are all controlled by tractor levers PTO Speed The RCP cutters requires 540 rom Power Take Off PTO speed and the RCPM cutter requires 1000 rpm PTO speed to operate the hydraulic pump amp motor Required tractor horsepower to operate the pump amp motor is approximately 30 HP Protective Equipment Refer to Figure 1 1 The tractor MUST be equipped with protective equipment designed to shield the operator from thrown objects and tractor roll over An enclosed tractor cab with a Roll Over Protective Structure ROPS may qualify See tractor s manual for type of protection your tractor has Tractors with only a ROPS must also have a protective shield added to the right hand fender A universal operator protective shield is available from Land Pride Refer to page 31 for additional information and installation It is also recommended that a protective shield or screen be added to the right hand side of the tractor engine cowling and radiator This will help protect the tractor s finish and radiator against thrown objects Table of Contents Dealer Preparations This cutter has been assembled at the factory However some preparations will be necessary to attach the cutter to customers tractor e Make certain the intended tractor conforms to the Tractor Requirements on page 12 e Review and check off Preparation Checklist below before proceeding Preparation Checklist Upper hitch pin is not Inc
55. labels b ay soapy wateronthesurface where Me labekts to be placed go to your Land Pride dealer 4 Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety c Peel backing from label Press firmly onto the surface labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified d Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card by Land Pride When ordering new components make sure AWARNING PINCH POINT OR CRUSHING HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death from pinching or crushing Stand clear from implement while Folding e Raising Unfolding Lowering 818 045C Warning Pinch Point Hazard 2 Places 838 368C Warning Pinch Point Hazard 818 142C Danger Rotating Driveline Hazard 4 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information _ 818 229C Amber Reflector E 818 230C Red Reflector Oo 818 230C Red Reflector 2 places ES KEEP AWAY or death when the engine Is are rotating ers especially children on tractor 818 564C o not operate with bystanders In mowing area o Not operate with deflectors guards removed Danger 7 Keep Away o not place hands ar feet under deck A Rotating Blade Hazard en 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 5 Important Safety Information
56. ls may need the outside right rear wheel removed The RCP M 3060 cutter requires a dual wheel on the left hand side or wheel weights equal to the weight of a dual wheel TRACTOR CAB OR ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE Z OPERATOR PROTECTIVE SHIELD 8 000 LBS MIM ay ax VIN RCP2660 amp RCPM2660 Minimum Tractor Requirements Figure 1 1 TRACTOR CAB OR ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE REQUIRED LEFT HAND DUAL OR LEFT HAND WHEEL WEIGHTS OPERATOR PROTECTIVE SHIELD RCP3060 amp RCPM3060 Minimum Tractor Requirements Figure 1 2 12 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 1 Assembly amp Set up Hitch A 3 Point Category II or Category III hitch is required The lower 3 Point arms of the 3 Point hitch must be stabilized to prevent side to side movement Most tractors have sway blocks or adjustable chains for this purpose Hydraulic Outlets The number of tractor hydraulic duplex outlets required is dependent upon if the Rotary Cutter is set up with solenoid controlled cylinders or tractor controlled cylinders Solenoid Controlled e Two duplex outlets are required if parallel arms and deck cylinders are solenoid controlled with momentary push button switches at the control stick Breakaway cylinder is controlled by tractor lever Tractor Controlled e Four duplex outlets are required if parallel arms deck and brea
57. luded with unit Determine customer s tractor hitch type Cat II or Cat III Buy required upper hitch pin locally or order a Land Pride hitch pin if customer s tractor does not included the pin See Land Pride s upper hitch pin part numbers below 805 079C Upper Hitch Pin Cat II 1 dia x 3 3 8 usable 805 196C Upper Hitch Pin Cat III 1 1 4 dia x 3 3 8 usable Before operating this unit 80 90 EP Gear Lube must be added to the gearbox amp motor as indicated in the Maintenance amp Lubrication section for Speed Increaser on page 42 of this manual 35 Gallons of Hydraulic Fluid is needed for the hydraulic reservoir Use any high quality mineral based hydraulic fluid such as Mobil Fluid 424 with a viscosity rating of 10W 30 Additional hydraulic fluid approx 2 gallons for the tractor reservoir Miscellaneous assembly tools hammer tape measure hacksaw assortment of wrenches and sockets 1 4 drill drill bits and spirit level Quick disconnect adaptors that match tractor s duplex outlets Quantity required depends on option selected 4 If equipped with solenoid control box 8 If not equipped with hose hook up Possible need for forklift or hoist capable of lifting 2500 Auxiliary tractor weights depending on tractor size See Tractor Requirements on page 12 A minimum of two people available duri
58. lve not engaged open Lock tractor control valve open Flow Control Valve not adjusted properly for Adjust flow control valve open closed center tractor Hoses not connected to proper duplex outlet Connect hoses to proper tractor outlet on tractor Defective solenoid on cartridge valve assy Replace solenoid Solenoid valves is sticking Remove clean replace solenoid valve Tractor hydraulic fluid level is too low Add fluid to tractor reservoir 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 47 Section 10 Appendix Table of Contents Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification Bolt Size a Bolt Size Inches Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Metric Class 5 8 Class 8 8 Class 10 9 in tpi N m ft Ib gt N m ft lb N m_ ft lb mm x pitch N m ft lb N m ft lb N m ft lb Ta 20 Msxos a b b b b Pi 1 4 28 a 5 16 18 15 17 33 25 M8X1 25 17 27 5 16 17 13 37 27 M8 xX 1 29 3 8 16 27 20 59 44 M10 X 1 5 39 53 3 8 7 16 31 22 A E Ga 43 32 49 M12 X 1 75 49 moxors lso feo fer ls es so 7 16 20 49 36 m M12 X 1 5 1 2 13 1 2 p 66 49 75__ 55 95 70 145 T 42 ie M12 X 1 66 i 77 wiaxe pepo fas 105 200 150 9 16 oe 155 155 115 9 16 18 170 ae T 165 5 8 11 T 210 155 115 240 180
59. ng assembly If a pin bolt or other part has been removed and you are unsure where it is used use the Parts Manual to identify it Be sure the part gets used in the correct location By double checking while you assemble you will lessen the chance of using a bolt incorrectly that may be needed later Safety decals are legible and undamaged from shipment PTO driveline and loose parts bag box shipped with the cutter are present 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 13 Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly amp Set up 3 Point Hook up IMPORTANT Hydraulic fluid must be added to the cutter hydraulic reservoir before operating the pump Otherwise hydraulic pump will be damaged Prepare cutter as follows 1 Be sure transport safety chain is hooked to the deck See Figure 1 15 on page 20 2 Position cutter on a flat level concrete surface Refer to Figure 1 3 3 There are three hitch categories represented in Figure 1 3 Determine which category fits the tractor being used and arrange cutter hitch pins as shown for that category Hitch Spacer Lock ON Pin 3 Hitch wy Pin lt Hitch Bushing Category Ill Standard amp Quick Hitch p WJ ces Category Il Quick Hitch Remove Hitch Spacer Y Category Il Standard Hitch Hitch P
60. ng with deck placed in transport position PTO disengaged and completely stopped and the transport safety chain is engaged in the deck hook Wear your safety glasses a Check blades to be sure that they are not locked overlapped together b Check blades for sharpness c Ensure that both blade bolts and center blade carrier hub nuts are tight 10 Check tractor safety equipment Particularly check the ROPS Roll Over Protective Structure and the Operator Protective shield optional see page 31 to be sure both are in good working condition Transporting Ay CAUTION Always use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to operator s of other vehicles when traveling on public roads night or day Comply with all federal state and local laws Ay CAUTION When traveling on public roads whether at night or during the day use accessory light and devices for adequate warning to operators of other vehicles Comply with all federal state and local laws Ay CAUTION Always disengage tractor PTO before transporting cutter to avoid injury from thrown objects or blade contact caution The cutter is 10 6 wide Care should be taken when encountering oncoming traffic and roadside obstructions Reduce speed and or stop if in doubt about safe clearance Resume traveling speed only after it is safe to proceed 1 Disengage tractor PTO 2 If provided set Float Switch to OFF Make sure LED light is OFF
61. nges in ground contour under the tractor and deck 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 45 Table of Contents Section 9 Troubleshooting Problem Troubleshooting Chart Cause Solution Motor Oil Seal Leaking Spindle Hub Seal Leaking Return line from motor has been pinched or is collapsed Return line from motor has been pinched or is collapsed Replace lower seal of motor Check motor return hose for kinks Replace lower seal of motor and Spindle Hub output shaft seal Check motor return hose for kinks PTO driveline is bent NOTE PTO tractor hitch shaft should be repaired or replaced if bent Blades wearing excessively Contacting drawbar or Bottoming out Cutting on sandy ground Contacting ground frequently Reposition drawbar Replace PTO tubes and cut to correct length Raise cutting height Raise cutting height Blades coming loose Insufficient shimming Add shimming See text Blade bolts not tightened properly Torque blade bolt nuts to 600 ft Ibs Blades breaking Loose Blade Carrier Hitting solid objects Thoroughly check the cutting area BEFORE beginning to cut Be alert during cutting Worn Spindle Hub bearings Replace Spindle Hub bearings and or shaft Shaft nut loose Tighten Spindle Hub shaft nut to 450 ft Ibs Blade Carrier bent Hitting solid objects Replace Be alert avoid
62. oint They are interchangeable from left to right Order only genuine Land Pride parts from your local Land Pride Dealer Land Pride Skid Shoe Replacement Parts Part No 312 602D 802 466C Part Description SKID SHOE PLOW BOLT 3 8 16 x 1 1 1 4 grade 5 Refer to Figure 6 3 Replace wing skid shoes as follows 1 Remove 3 8 hex whiz nuts 3 3 8 plow bolts 2 and skid shoe 1 as shown 2 Plowbolts should be checked for wear and replaced if necessary 3 Attach new skid shoe 1 to cutter with existing 3 8 plow bolts 2 and secure with 3 8 hex whiz nuts Torque to 31 ft Ibs 4 Repeat on opposite side Wing Skid shoe Figure 6 3 38 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 6 Maintenance amp Lubrication Solenoid Valve Block Refer to Figure 6 4 IMPORTANT DO NOT exert more than 3 ft lbs of torque on the hex nut securing the solenoid armature Remember 3 ft Ibs is slightly more than finger tight Overtightening this nut will distort hollow armature shaft and may result in valve break down The 1 2 hex nut on the end of the solenoid armature shaft must be removed to remove a solenoid valve from the valve block Use care when removing and replacing this nut Do not tighten nut with more than 3 ft lbs of torque See your nearest Land Pride Dealer to purchase new solenoid vales and or seal kits Torque
63. on Cylinder Shear Bolt Refer to Figure 3 1 A shear bolt is located at the rod end of the breakaway cylinder This bolt may shear under the following conditions e After breakaway the operator backs the tractor away from the obstruction but encounters an additional obstruction or immovable object while backing up Table of Contents Specifically the operator did not raise the deck high enough to clear the object before backing up e The operator tried to reset the deck and parallel arms by backing the tractor into an obstruction rather than using the tractor s remote cylinder control e The shear bolt has become fatigued after repeated breakaway and reset cycles e The shear bolt self locking nut has been tightened against the clevis causing a pre loaded stress on the bolt and the bolt to shear at a reduced breakaway force Shear Bolt Space Figure 3 1 Replace shear bolt with correct replacement part Land Pride Part No 802 885C A substitute shear bolt may result in damage to the parallel arms and or main frame A single replacement part is included with each cutter and is located on a bracket adjacent to the upper 3 point hitch IMPORTANT Install self locking nut onto shear bolt until nut is threaded to within approximately 1 32 of contact with clevis as shown in Figure 3 1 Un hooking the Rotary Cutter The following steps should be done when un hooking the cutter IMPORTANT Make sure transport
64. on the hydraulic reservoir is used to clean the return hydraulic fluid to the reservoir tank Replace filter element ever 2 years with a conventional 10 micron filter Filter Removal Figure 6 6 Speed Increaser Refer to Figure 6 7 The speed increaser is mounted between the PTO driveline and hydraulic pump It is used to increases PTO speed from 540 rpm or 1000 rpm to approximately 2000 rpm at the pump Check oil level by removing level plug located on the gearbox side Oil level should be level with bottom of plug hole Add oil if low through the breather fill cap opening Change oil after the first 100 working hours Make successive changes every 1500 hours thereafter or ever year whichever comes first Drain old oil out through the drain plug hole located at the bottom Be sure to reinstall drain plug and tighten before filling gearbox Fill gearbox with 80 90W EP gearlube Reinstall level plug and tighten Replace breather fill cap Speed Increaser Figure 6 7 42 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 7 Specifications amp Capacities RCP M 2660 amp RCP M 3060 Series Parallel Arm TY REPO RCPM2660 RCP3060 RCPM3060 PTO Input Speed 540 RPM 1000 RPM 540 RPM 1000 RPM Deck Motor RPM 1000 RPM 540 1000 RPM 1000 1000 RPM 540 1000 RPM 1000 Minimum Tractor Horsepower 75 HP 95 HP Minimum
65. ong it takes to cycle from fully extended to fully retracted 4 Adjust turtle rabbit control until cycle time is 5 seconds 5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for ARM 1 and DECK cylinders If the cutter is having hydraulic overheating problems and the turtle rabbit flow control valves have been set correctly then check tractor operator s manual for power beyond hook up CYCLE TIME E FULLY E OEE 22030 Cycle Time Fully Extended to Fully Retracted Figure 2 2 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 25 Table of Contents Section 2 Adjustments Deck Level Adjustments Deck level adjustments should be made on a level surface large enough to be level under the tractor and deck with parallel arms fully extended Cutter Without Gauge Wheels Refer to Figure 2 3 1 Raise tractor 3 Point hitch until PTO driveline is approximately level Adjust arm cylinders so that the parallel arms are approximately 3 4 extended and deck cylinder so that the deck is 3 to 4 inches off the ground Continue adjusting deck cylinder until deck is level from left to right 2 4 Extend ARM 1 cylinder until skid shoes are 2 to 3 inches off the ground 5 Place a level on the cutter deck to read forward aft attitude 6 Adjust center 3 Point top link so that the front of the cutter deck is slightly lower than the rear
66. peed Large reservoir maintains optimum fluid temperatures and also serves as counterweight Ideal for trimming brush 15 000 FPM tip speed means cleaner cutting Two Parking Stands Easy and level storage makes it easy for hooking to tractor In line Filter Cleans hydraulic fluid before it re enters the reservoir Shut off Valve Permits maintenance with minimum oil loss Built in Auxiliary Weight Rack on Left Side Oil Pressure Gauge Suitcase weights can be added to left side for balance Easily monitor oil pressure for optimum performance of unit Hydraulic Breakaway Flow Control Valve Supplied with Solenoid Controlled Options Allows the parallel arms to pivot backwards to avoid obstacles and to protect cutter deck and parallel arms Parallel arms are pivoted back to normal operating position with the hydraulic breakaway cylinder Compensates for various tractor hydraulic systems so proper hydraulic fluid pressure can be maintained Used only with solenoid controlled cylinders Solenoid Controlled Cylinders Supplied with Solenoid Controlled Options Allows cutter to be used on tractors with only two hydraulic duplex outlets Response time is faster than tractor controls making it an excellent choice when frequent changes to deck position are required Gauge Wheels Supplied with Float Options Deck floats on gauge wheels eliminating frequent deck positioning and vigilant watch for cha
67. pressure shut down valves Order only genuine Land Parts from your local Land Pride Dealer 24633 Breakaway Cylinder Installation Figure 5 7 36 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 6 Maintenance amp Lubrication Table of Contents Maintenance Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any implement With careful and systematic inspection you can avoid costly maintenance time and repair After using your Rotary Cutter for several hours check all bolts to be sure they are tight Replace any worn damaged or illegible safety labels by obtaining new labels from your Land Pride Dealer Cutter Blades Ay WARNING Always secure cutter deck in the up position with solid supports before servicing underside of deck Never work under equipment supported by hydraulic jacks Hydraulic jacks can drop equipment if controls are actuated or if hydraulic lines burst Either situation can drop the cutter instantly even when power to the hydraulic system is shut off Ay DANGER Always disconnect main driveline from tractor PTO before servicing underside of deck Cutter can be engaged if tractor is started resulting in damage to the cutter bodily injury and or death 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
68. r in park turn off engine and remove key before performing maintenance A Allow implement to cool completely A Do not grease or oil implement while it is in operation A Inspect all parts Make sure parts are in good condition amp installed properly A Remove buildup of grease oil or debris A Remove all tools and unused parts from implement before operation Ry R 2 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual Prepare for Emergencies A Be prepared if a fire starts A Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy A Keep emergency numbers for doctor ambulance hospital and fire department near phone Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard A Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury A Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines or performing work on the system A Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before applying pressure to the system A Use a piece of paper or cardboard NOT BODY PARTS to check for suspected leaks A Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems A If an accident occurs see a doc
69. ractor manual if operator is unsure of where float position is for the tractor control levers 3 Retract ARM 1 control lever ARM 2 and DECK cylinders should float change position allowing deck gauge wheels to remain resting on the ground 4 Return control levers to center detent position to regain full control of ARM 2 and DECK pivot cylinders 2 24616 g di DECK Parallel Arm Movement Figure 1 18 22 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 1 Assembly amp Set up Pump amp Motor Operation 1 Move tractor and cutter to a remote location away from all other personnel to check pump and motor operation Refer to Figure 1 19 IMPORTANT Maker sure the hydraulic reservoir shut off valve is fully OPEN before engaging PTO Damage will occur to pump if shut off valve is CLOSED and PTO is running 2 Check Hydraulic Reservoir shut off valve Make sure itis fully OPEN before engaging PTO 3 Position cutter deck flat on ground or concrete Table of Contents IMPORTANT Always operate tractor PTO speed at cutter rated PTO speed and never faster Damage to the cutter can result when operat
70. re to cutting edge and not rounded e Do not sharpen back side of blade f Both blades should weigh the same after sharpening with not more than 1 1 2 oz difference Refer to Figure 6 1 6 Carefully check cutting edges of blades in relation to blade carrier rotation to ensure correct blade placement Blade Rotation is clockwise with cutting edge leading Airfoil lift must be oriented towards the top of the deck BLADE ROTATION n f Blade Rotation Figure 6 1 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 37 Table of Contents Section 6 Maintenance amp Lubrication Refer to Figure 6 2 IMPORTANT Examine blade bolts 1 and washers 5 for excessive wear and replace if worn IMPORTANT Locknuts can loose their ability to lock properly once removed Therefore always use a used blade nut or plain nut in steps step 7 amp step 8 below and then replace used nut with new locknut in step step 9 7 Start by assembling blades without shim 2 Insert blade bolt 1 through blade 3 dish pan 4 and flat washer 5 Temporary secure blade with a used 1 1 8 12 nut Draw nut up snug Do not tighten 8 Check blade deflection If deflection is greater than 3 4 remove blade bolt and
71. re unhooking the transport safety chain make sure the arm and deck cylinders are retracted and if available the Float Switch is set to OFF Do not force safety chain off of the deck hook If safety chain does not remove easily investigate the problem and correct before continuing Once unhooked store safety chain on storage hook for safe keeping 22031 Sey Transport Safety Chain Shown Hooked for Transport Figure 1 15 Transport Safety Chain Shown in Storage Position Figure 1 16 20 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 1 Assembly amp Set up Momentary Push Button Switches Cycle ARM 1 ARM 2 and DECK cylinders to ensure they operate properly as follows 1 Ifincluded make sure Float Switch is set to OFF and LED light is OFF Refer to Figure 1 15 amp Figure 1 16 on page 20 2 Read and understand Transport Safety Chain on page 20 before continuing 3 Remove transport safety chain from the latched position and place loose end on storage hook 4 Start tractor and adjust 3 point hitch until PTO driveline is approximately level 5 Two hoses from the solenoid control valve were connected to the tractor s single duplex outlet in step 2 on page 17 Lock the control lever for this duplex outlet in either the Extend Position or the Retract Position
72. rotective shield the cutter should be connected to the tractor parallel arms should be fully extended and the deck should be approximately horizontally level 3 Carefully remove the shield from the shipping carton and temporarily position it on the inside surface of the ROPS bar Locate shield forward back and up down to provide the best overall coverage for the tractor operator Use a spirit level to level the shield before marking Mark frame location with a pencil on each side of the ROPS bar and mark vertical ROPS location on the shield frame 4 Position protective shield 5 on a flat work surface Locate one of the flatbars 4 next to the pencil marks to determine which set of holes will clear the vertical marks for the ROPS location Mark hole location and drill two 1 4 diameter holes through the shield frame Similarly mark and drill two additional holes for the lower clamp location 5 Attach shield to the inside surface of the ROPS bar with 1 4 x 4 cap screw 6 1 4 flat washer 3 1 4 lockwasher 2 and 1 4 nut 6 Operator Protective Shield Option 316 063A 19239 Operator Protective Shield Figure 4 1 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 31 Table of Contents Section 5 Hydraulic Plumbing Hydraulic Plumbing Without Solenoid Refer to Figure 5 1 The standard Parallel Arm Cutter is equipped with three 3
73. s situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components that for functional purposes cannot be guarded For Your Protection A Thoroughly read and understand the Safety Label section read all instructions noted on them WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices Shutdown and Storage A Lower machine to ground put tractor in park turn off engine and remove the key A Detach and store implements in a area where children normally do not play Secure implement by using blocks and supports 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 1 Important Safety Information Table of Contents Land Pride These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual Use Safety Lights and Devices A Slow moving tractors self propelled equipment and towed implements can create a hazard when driven on public roads They are difficult to see especiall
74. safety chain is attached to the Rotary Cutter deck and Float Switch if available is OFF before un hooking the cutter Park on a level solid surface 2 Lower cutter frame to level ground or onto blocks supporting the frame just above ground level 3 Engage tractor park brake shut tractor engine off and remove switch key before dismounting from tractor 4 Unhook control stick from connector at the cutter and power source Store control stick in a dry location 5 Disconnect driveline from tractor PTO shaft 6 Disconnect hoses from tractor duplex outlets 7 Un hook 3 point hitch from tractor Reinstall hitch pins linch pins and hair pin cotters in cutter hitch for storage 8 See Cutter Storage on page 39 when cutter is not going to be used for a long time 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 29 Table of Contents Section 3 Operating Procedures General Operating Instructions Upon arriving at the work site shut off tractor set brakes remove ignition key and dismount to preform the following checks 1 Remove and safely store away transport safety chain 2 Verify that the PTO driveline is approximately level Adjust the height of the lower 3 point arms if PTO driveline is not level 3 Visually inspect cutter blades Make certain they are not overlapped and locked together After performing the above checks return to the tractor and s
75. tart the engine Extend cutter s parallel arms out and position the deck flat on the ground Adjust cylinder height of the parallel arm and cutting deck for good visibility and unobstructed performance Set engine rom at idle or slightly above and engage PTO Initial start up vibration is normal and should smooth out after a few revolutions of the cutter blades unless the blades are locked Shut off the PTO raise the deck and inspect the blades if the deck continues to vibrate Otherwise increase tractor throttle PTO speed to 540 rpm for RCP2660 and RCP3060 series cutters and 1000 rpm for RCPM2660 and RCPM3060 series cutters Proceed forward at a mowing speed that is comfortable and will produce a quality controlled cut for ground conditions and material density The Rotary Cutter is designed with automatic breakaway arms that release when the unit contacts immovable objects or irregular terrain Arms must be reset to home position after each breakaway before cutting operations can resume See Breakaway Operating Procedures on page 29 For additional information on performance enhancing options see Section 8 Features amp Benefits on page 45 and Section 7 Specifications amp Capacities on page 43 It requires patience practice and attention to detail to become an expert operator of your Land Pride Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter The end result is well worth the effort Land Pride 30 RCP2660 RCPM26
76. that he has had the opportunity to assist you 2 If you are still not satisfied seek out the owner or general manager of the dealership explain the problem and request assistance 3 For further assistance write to Land Pride Service Department 1525 East North Street P O Box 5060 Salina Ks 67402 5060 E mail address lpservicedept landpride com 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 11 Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly amp Set up Tractor Requirements Horsepower Tractor horsepower must be capable of controlling the Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter under all operating conditions Smaller tractors must not be used RCP2660 amp RCPM2660 Horsepower Range 005 75 150 HP RCP3060 amp RCPM3060 Horsepower Range 05 95 175 HP Weight Tractor weight must be sufficient to control the Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter under all operating conditions Tractors not meeting the absolute minimum weight listed below must not be used A right hand overturning torque load is present on the tractor when parallel arms are fully extended Tractors will need auxiliary counterbalance weights added if the tractor s total weight is less than the basic minimum weight listed below RCP2660 amp RCPM2660 Tractor absolute minimum weight 8 000 Ibs Tractor basic minimum weight 8 500 Ibs RCP3060 amp RCPM3060 Tractor absolute minimum weig
77. the parallel arm Install each Refer to Figure 5 6 hose with the mark located on the parallel arm in the positions shown in Figure 5 6 PRESSURE i B HOSE LENGTH COVER TO OUTER END OF HOSE RETURN A HOSE LENGTH COVER TO OUTER END OF HOSE Orient 811 411C Hyd Fittings so they are 45 down towards deck x TIE STRAPS RETURN PRESSURE Tank End Motor End ca Mark Hydraulic Hoses aa Shown Below x f I m Twist return hose 811 404C F Outer End of H counter clockwise until it follows the mA RETURN 83 1 4 D Visible Edge of Hose A 74 3 4 same contour as pressure hose PRESSURE i a Boge ai Maser 811 403C RCP M 2660 RCP M 3060 RETURN 138 1 2 157 1 2 From Outer End of Hose spo PRESSURE 130 149 To Visible Edge of Hose Cover Hose Locations for Hydraulic Pump and Motor Figure 5 6 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 35 Table of Contents Section 5 Hydraulic Plumbing Breakaway Cylinder Plumbing Refer to Figure 5 7 Ay CAUTION The breakaway cylinder is designed to bypass hydraulic fluid under high pressure when cutter head or parallel arms strike an object during forward movement Do not use any standard hydraulic cylinder for a breakaway cylinder or damage could occur to the unit
78. tor immediately Any fluid injected into the skin must be treated within a few hours or gangrene may result Keep Riders Off Machinery A Riders obstruct the operator s view they could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the ED O Wear Protective Equipment A Protective clothing and equipment should be worn A Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job Avoid machine loose fitting clothing A Never allow children to operate A Prolonged exposure to loud noise equipment can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs A Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator Avoid wearing radio headphones while operating machinery 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 3 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information Safety Labels the correct safety labels are included in the request To order new labels go to your Land Pride dealer Refer to this section for proper label placement To install new labels a Clean the area the label is to be placed 1 Your Rotary Cutter comes equipped with all safety labels in 5 place They were designed to help you safely operate your implement Read and follow their directions 2 Keep all safety labels clean and legible 3 Replace all damaged or missing labels To order new
79. trol Valve Plumbing 16 Tractors Rated at 15 GPM and Under 16 Tractors Rated at 16 GPM and Above 16 Fill Hydraulic Reservoir 004 16 Hydraulic Hose Hook up 000 17 Solenoid Controlled Cylinders 17 Tractor Controlled Cylinders 18 Breakaway Cylinder 18 Electrical Hook up 0000 eee aee 19 Switch Functions 000 eee eeeaee 19 Operational Checks 0000eeeaae 20 Transport Safety Chain 20 Momentary Push Button Switches 21 Float Switch Control 005 21 Tractor Console Control Levers 22 Pump amp Motor Operation 23 Gauge Wheel Model Set up 24 Section 2 Adjustments 25 Hydraulic Flow Control Settings 25 Cutter Flow Control 00000ee 25 Tractor Flow Control 00005 25 Deck Level Adjustments 26 Cutter Without Gauge Wheels 26 Cutter With Gauge Wheels 26 Copyright 2008 All rights Reserved Section 3 Operating Procedures 27 Operating Check List 000 eae 27 Transporting 0 000 27 Cutting Operation 20000 0 eee 28 Breakaway Operating Procedures 29 Cylinder Shear Bolt 29 General Operating Instructions 30 Section 4 Option
80. valve and or in the cylinders may occur if oil becomes overheated Plumbing of pressure and return hoses must be checked to verify if correct for tractor rated GPMs Reconfigure plumbing if needed as follows Tractors Rated at 15 GPM and Under Refer to Figure 1 7 1 Pressure line 1 is plumbed from the solenoid valve block to the flow control valve 2 Return line 1 is plumbed from the solenoid valve block to a tee at the flow control valve 3 Pressure line 2 is plumbed to the bottom of the flow control valve and the opposite end is fitted with a quick disconnect coupler 4 Return line 2 is plumbed to the tee at the flow control valve and the opposite end is fitted with a quick disconnect coupler SOLENOID VALVE BLOCK PRESSURE LINE 1 RETURN LINE 1 FLOW CONTROL VALVE FLOW CONTROL KNOB S DES NO LINE 2 i N PRESSURE LINE 2 THESE ENDS TO W OU TRACTOR REM 3 4 MORB Plumbing For tractors rated at 15 GPM and under Figure 1 7 Land Pride Tractors Rated at 16 GPM and Above Refer to Figure 1 8 1 Return line 1 is plumbed to the solenoid valve block and the opposite end is fitted with a quick disconnect coupler 2 Pressure line 1 is plumbed from the solenoid valve block to the flow control valve 3 Pressure line 2 is plumbed to the bottom of the flow control valve and the opposite end is fitted with a quick disconnect coupler 4 Return line 2 is plumbed to the tee at the flo
81. w Control Valve Knob at the Solenoid Valve Block Figure 1 10 12 16 08 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 17 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1 Assembly amp Set up Tractor Controlled Cylinders Breakaway Cylinder Refer to Figure 1 11 Refer to Figure 1 12 Each tractor duplex outlet must be capable of infinite The breakaway cylinder protects the Rotary Cutter from variable flow control by the operator and should have damage if cutter deck or parallel arm contacts a solid center detent OFF levers for controlled positioning of object while moving forward It does not protect cutter the parallel arm and deck cylinders If gauge wheels are from damage while backing up Always make certain the included ARM 2 and DECK levers must be capable of area behind the cutter is clear before backing up being placed in float position IMPORTANT See Figure 5 7 on page 36 A 1 2 bolt is installed for shipping purposes only This bolt 1 Connect six hoses 2 per cylinder to 3 duplex outlets on your tractor as shown must be remove before connecting the hydraulic 2 The hoses on each outlet should be connected such hoses to the tractor that when the control lever is pushed forward the arm or deck extends If the levers operate in reverse 1 Locate tension bolt shown in Figure 5 7 on page 36 change hose hook up at the duplex receptacle and remove from cutter before conn
82. w control valve and the opposite end is plumbed to either the tractor sump or motor return line Fittings to plumb to tractor sump or motor return line are customer supplied 5 The unused port on the tee must be plugged IR N PRESSURE LINE 1 mere C SA STALL PLUG PLUG AND STALL HOSE LOW CONTROL VALVE LOW CONTROL KNOB RESSURE LINE 2 LINE 2 Plumbing for tractors rated at 16 GPM and above Figure 1 8 Fill Hydraulic Reservoir The Rotary Cutter is shipped without fluid in the hydraulic reservoir 1 Park cutter on a level surface set brake turn off ignition switch and remove switch key 2 Add 35 gallons of Mobil 424 to the hydraulic reservoir Use care to ensure that dust or other foreign particles do not contaminate the fluid NOTE Any high quality mineral based hydraulic fluid such as Mobil fluid 424 with a viscosity rating of 10W 30 is acceptable 3 Remove filler cap and dipstick from reservoir and wipe clean Fully insert filler cap with dipstick and remove Check oil level on dipstick 4 Fill with recommended oil to full mark if low 5 Replace filler cap and dipstick 16 RCP2660 RCPM2660 RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316 111M 12 16 08 Land Pride Section 1 Assembly amp Set up Hydraulic Hose Hook up A DANGER Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic s
83. y at night A Flashing warning lights and turn signals are recommended whenever driving on public roads Use A Safety Chain A A safety chain will help control drawn machinery should it separate from the tractor drawbar A Use a chain with the strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of the towed machinery A Attach the chain to the tractor drawbar support or other specified anchor location Allow only enough slack in the chain to permit turning A Do not use safety chain for towing Transport Machinery Safely A Comply with state and local laws A Maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph DO NOT EXCEED Never travel at a speed which does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping Some rough terrain require a slower speed A Sudden braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes A Use the following maximum speed tow load weight ratios as a guideline 20 mph when weight is less than or equal to the weight of tractor 10 mph when weight is double the weight of tractor IMPORTANT Do not tow a load that is more than double the weight of tractor NW i y Practice Safe Maintenance A Understand procedure before doing work Use proper tools and equipment refer to Operator s Manual for additional information A Work in a clean dry area A Lower the implement to the ground put tracto
84. ystems Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than hands when searching for hydraulic leaks If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin it must be treated by a doctor within a few hours or gangrene may result There are two arrangements to hooking up the hydraulic hoses Arrangement 1 Solenoid Controlled Cylinders Two duplex outlets are required to operator the arm cylinders deck pivot cylinder and breakaway cylinder Parallel arm and deck cylinders are solenoid activated with momentary push button switches at the control stick Breakaway cylinder is controlled by tractor lever Arrangement 2 Tractor Controlled Cylinders Four tractor duplex outlets are required to operator the arm cylinders deck pivot cylinder and breakaway cylinder Tractor levers operator all four cylinders NOTE The response time with solenoid controlled cylinders is faster than tractor controlled cylinders Therefore the operator might want to consider arrangement 1 when frequent changes to deck positioning are required Solenoid Controlled Cylinders Refer to Figure 1 9 IMPORTANT Plumbing instructions in step step 1 below are for cutters hooked to tractors capable of 16 GPM hydraulic flow and above 1 Plumb return line 2 to tractor sump or motor return line motor return line in Figure 5 5 on page 35 Fittings for plumbing are customer supplied Connect Hoses To Remote Tractor Duplex Outlet IDIE Control J 999 Stick 309

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