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Table of Contents Operator Manual RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters Manufacturing, Inc. www.greatplainsmfg.com Read the operation 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! 22288 Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
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This could result in injury a complete stop before leaving the or equipment damage. operator’s seat. ▲ Detach and store implement in an area where children normally do not play. Secure implement using blocks and supports. 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
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▲ Remove all tools and unused parts permit turning. ▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-) from implement before operation. ▲ Do not use safety chain for towing. before servicing or adjusting electrical systems or before welding on implement. RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M 5/26/16...
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▲ Wear protective equipment such ▲ When removing and installing as a hard hat, safety shoes, safety wheels, use wheel handling glasses, and ear plugs. equipment adequate for the weight involved. 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
Spray soapy water onto the cleaned area. all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from your Peel backing from label and press label firmly onto the nearest Great Plains dealer. To find your nearest dealer, surface. visit our dealer locator at www.greatplainsmfg.com.
Serial Number Pull-type and three-point type hitches are available. The RCR2596 is designed for a category I or II three-point Model No. _____________Serial No. _______________ hitch and the RCR2510 is designed for a category II or III For quick reference and prompt service, record model three-point hitch.
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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: Great Plains Service Department P.O. Box 5060 Salina, KS 67402-5060 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
Vent plugs are shipped loose and packaged with the Operator’s Manual. Remove temporary solid plugs on top of gearboxes and replace with included 3/8" vent plug. See your nearest Great Plains dealer if vent plugs are missing. Remove 3/8" T-Box Solid Plug &...
4. Route hydraulic hose through the hose holder loop. Refer to Figure 1-4 for RCR2596 hitch assembly and 5. Remove parking jack (#10) from its storage position Figure 1-5 for RCR2510 hitch assembly: on the deck and attach to the tongue (#1).
Refer to Figure 1-6: 5. Insert 2- bolts (#10) through holes in driveline yoke Equal angle drivelines can be installed on RCR2596 and as shown and secure with lock washers (#9) and RCR2510. Maximum turning angle is limited to 35 nuts (#10).
6. Push/pull on driveline yoke to be sure it is securely fastened to the gearbox shaft. Rotate gearbox shield access doors (#7) closed and snap in place. 22304 RCR2510 Constant Velocity Driveline Assembly Figure 1-7 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M 5/26/16...
4. Back tractor up to cutter hitch until holes in the when finished. drawbar and clevis (#6) are aligned. 22310 RCR2510 jack storage location shown with arrow. Jack storage location is on the deck top for RCR2596 cutters. Pull-Type Tractor Hook-Up Figure 1-8 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
3/4"-10 x 1 3/4 GR5 cap screws (#13) and 9. Support driveline on driveline support hook (#8). lock nuts (#14). 22289 Lift Type Cutter 3-Point Assembly Figure 1-9 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M 5/26/16...
Section 1: Assembly & Set-up 3-Point Tractor Hook-Up a Category 1 tractor will be positioned outside the lower hitch holes “B” on RCR2596 cutters. Refer to Figure 1-10: 5. Attach cutter to lower 3-point lift arms as follows: RCR2596 With Cat. I Tractor Hitch DANGER a.
8. Apply multi-purpose grease to the inside of the outer shaft and reassemble driveline. 5. Move driveline yoke back and forth several times to make sure yoke is locked in place. RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M 5/26/16...
25 up or down. 5. If needed, set tractor 3-point lift height to keep driveline from exceeding 25 22314 Check Chain Assembly Figure 1-13 24872 Maximum PTO Driveline Movement During Operation Figure 1-12 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
NOTE: The unit cuts most efficiently if the front of Figure 3-2 the cutter is slightly lower than the back. Lengthening leveling rods with adjusting nuts (#2) lowers the front of the cutter. RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M 5/26/16...
Some tractors have only a single adjusting lift arm. 3. Lock center link in this position once correct length is achieved. 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
3. Adjust tailwheel up or down to desired cutting height by repositioning adjusting plate (#3) and then replacing the hardware. 4. Tighten 1/2" flange nut (#2) to the correct torque. Refer to “Torque Values Chart” on page 45. RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M 5/26/16...
If tractor is started with PTO designed or guarded for this use. Using cutter as a fan can engaged, the cutter can cause bodily injury or death. result in injury or death. 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
Replace or sharpen blades as required. certain your tractor’s PTO is set for the cutter’s rated PTO Refer to “Cutter Blade Maintenance” on page 32. speed. See Specifications & Capacities for rated PTO speed. RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M 5/26/16...
4. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely. 5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over rough or hilly terrain. 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
Frequently inspect cutter for loose bolts and nuts. Tighten all loose bolts and nuts as indicated in the “Torque Values Chart” on page 45. 8. For additional information, see “General Operating Instructions” on page 30. RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M 5/26/16...
With a little practice smoothly, increase engine RPM until the tractor’s engine you will be pleased with what you and your Great Plains reaches full PTO operating speed. The RCR2596 and cutter can do.
33925 Air Filled Airplane Tires with split Rims • Do not alter Great Plains equipment or replace parts with Figure 5-1 other brands. Doing so can cause equipment to perform improperly and may lead to breakage causing bodily injury or death.
Part Description Repeat steps 4 to 6 for the other blade. 820-195C RCR2596 CUTTER BLADE 1/2 x 4 x 20 CCW 8. Both blades should be sharpened at the same angle 820-196C RCR2596 CUTTER BLADE 1/2 x 4 x 20 CW...
Always disengage PTO, engage parking brake, shut off tractor, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor to make adjustments. 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
4. Repeat on opposite side. There are two skid shoes mounted on the cutter sides. Check both skid shoes for wear and replace if necessary. Order only genuine Great Plains parts from your local Great Plains dealer. RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication RCR2596 Dual End Flex Couplers Refer to Figure 5-8: Replace two rubber discs (#1), (Great Plains Part No. 19-075), as follows: If additional repair parts are required, refer to Great Plains’ Parts Manual 326-566P.
The suffix number 81 must be parking it at the end of a working season. This will help included at the end of Great Plains’ Rotary Cutter part ensure the cutter is ready for field use the next time you numbers.
Quantity = Until grease purges from the relief hole Hours Pillow Block Bearing (Pull-Type Cutter) (RCR2510) Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = As required 16279 Required Ratchet Jack Type of Lubrication: Multi-Purpose Quantity = As required 2462 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
Great Plains dealer. Please see your Great Plains dealer if vented dipstick was not included. NOTE: Use a suction or siphon pump to drain gearbox of oil when there is not an oil drain plug.
Quantity = 6 pumps 27845 27847 Hours Driveline Profiles Without Grease Zerk Quantity = Clean & coat the inner tube of the driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble. 14618 5/26/16 RCR2596 & RCR2510 Rotary Cutters 327-147M...
Features Benefits Surpassed rugged All Great Plains Cutters have been designed and tested and meet rigorous voluntary industry standards testing procedures specified by ANSI. 3-point (2596 Model = 50 - 110 HP) & (2510 Model = 60 - 110 HP)...
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