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Land Pride RCR1548 Operator's Manual

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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!
Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied
with standard unit.
For an Operator's Manual and Decal Kit in French or
Spanish Language, please see your Land Pride dealer.
26578
312-556M
Operator's Manual
Printed 10/11/17

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  • Page 1 Your life and the lives of others depend on it! Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. For an Operator’s Manual and Decal Kit in French or Spanish Language, please see your Land Pride dealer. Printed 10/11/17...
  • Page 2 Machine Identification Record your machine details in the log below. If you replace this manual, be sure to transfer this information to the new manual. If you, or the dealer, have added Options not originally ordered with the machine, or removed Options that were originally ordered, the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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.
  • Page 4 Download the appropriate App on your Refer to Parts Manual QR smart phone, open the App, point your Locator on this page for phone on the QR code and take a picture. detailed instructions. RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...
  • Page 5  Important Safety Information Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Safety at All Times Look For The Safety Alert Symbol Careful operation is you best The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a insurance against an accident.
  • Page 6  Replace parts on this implement drawbar support or other specified the job that are in good condition. with genuine Land Pride parts only. anchor location. Allow only  Lower implement to the ground and Do not alter this implement in a way...
  • Page 7 Use Seat Belt and ROPS Keep Riders Off whenever driving on public roads. Machinery  Land Pride recommends the use of a CAB or roll-over-protective-  Never carry riders or use tractor structures (ROPS) and seat belt to lift or transport individuals.
  • Page 8 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 Land Pride dealer. To find your nearest dealer, surface. visit our dealer locator at www.landpride.com.
  • Page 9 Table of Contents 818-556C Danger: 35892 Thrown Object 818-555C Danger: Rotating Blades 35892 818-543C Danger: 26578 Guard Missing 818-142C 26578 Danger: Rotating Driveline 10/11/17 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents 858-095C 2" x 4 1/2" Red Reflector (2 places) 35892 ROTATING DRIVELINE KEEP AWAY! 818-552C Danger: Rotating Driveline 16342 16342 818-540C Danger: Guard Missing RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Serial Number Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners. This Rotary Cutter has been designed For quick reference and prompt service, record model with care and built by skilled workers using quality and serial number on the inside cover page and again on materials.
  • Page 12 If you are experiencing this problem, attach A- frame bars (#6) and hitch pins (#20) in lower 3-point mounting holes “B” . 26580 Dealer Assembly Figure 1-1 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...

  • Page 13: Gearbox Vent Plug

    A vented dipstick for the gearbox is included in a bag with holes A in rear braces (#5) with hole in floating top the manual. See your nearest Land Pride Dealer if hitch (#13). dipstick is missing. Remove temporary red plug from top of gearbox and replace with supplied vented dipstick.
  • Page 14 8. Rotate access covers (#4) up and snap shut. 9. Raise driveline (#5) up and rotate driveline hook (#6) down. 10. Lower driveline (#5) until resting in driveline hook (#6). 11. Continue with “3-Point Hook-Up” on page 11. RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...
  • Page 15 With tractor parked on a level surface, place gear selector in park or set park brake. Make sure PTO is NOTE: Land Pride’s Quick Hitch can be attached to disengaged. the tractor to provide quick and easy 3-point hook- 2.

  • Page 16: Check Equipment Clearances

    2. Reattach outer driveline to tractor PTO shaft. Pull on 24872 inner and outer drivelines to be sure universal joints are properly secured. Maximum Driveline Movement During Operation 3. Hold inner and outer drivelines parallel to each other: Figure 1-6 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...

  • Page 17: Section 2: Optional Equipment Set-Up

    2. Tighten all nuts and bolts to proper torque. may be present. It is best to operate the cutter when no one is nearby. Stop blade rotation if someone is within several hundred feet. 18333 Rubber Guards (RCR1548 Shown) Figure 2-1 10/11/17 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M...

  • Page 18: Section 3: Adjustments

    If not, lengthen center link until loose. Final adjustment will be made later. Blade Tip At This End Should Be Slightly Higher Than Cutting Height Cutting Height Blade Tip Blade Tip 30242 Cutting Height Figure 3-2 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...

  • Page 19: Tractor Center 3-Point Adjustment

    (#2). Tighten flange nut to the correct torque. 5. Readjust tractor’s lower 3-Point arm height as needed. See section titled “Deck Leveling From Front to Rear” on page 14. 30244 Tailwheel Height Adjustment Figure 3-4 10/11/17 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M...

  • Page 20: Section 4: Operating Instructions

    Always disengage power take-off before lifting cutter fully can be struck by objects or thrown from the equipment. up. Never operate cutter in the raised position. The cutter can discharge objects at high speeds. RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...

  • Page 21: Inspection Of Tractor & Cutter

    5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over rough Leveling & Height Adjustments” on page 14. or hilly terrain. The remaining inspections are made by engaging the PTO to check for vibrations. 10/11/17 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M...

  • Page 22: Blade Engagement & Disengagement

    Frequently inspect cutter for loose bolts and nuts. Tighten all loose bolts and nuts as indicated in the “Torque Values Chart” on page 30. 8. For additional information, see “General Operating Instructions” on page 19. RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...

  • Page 23: General Operating Instructions

    With a little practice, you will be Lower the cutter to the ground, return the engine to a low pleased with what you and your Land Pride cutter can do. idle, and disengage the PTO. Position the adjustable stops on the tractor’s hydraulic lift lever so the cutter can...
  • Page 24 Proper servicing and adjustments are key to the long life IMPORTANT: Replace cutting blades in pairs with of any implement. With careful inspection and routine genuine Land Pride blades only. Replacing single maintenance, you can avoid costly downtime and repair. blades can result in an out-of-balance condition that...
  • Page 25 13. If replacing dishpan (#3), nut (#7) on gearbox output shaft should be torqued to 450 ft-lbs. minimum and secured with cotter pin (#8) with both legs bent opposite directions around the nut. ‘ 10/11/17 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M...
  • Page 26 Avoid shear bolt failure by engaging the PTO operation and periodically each week. An additional slowly at low engine rpm. See your Land Pride Dealer set of scribe marks can be added to check for when replacing shear bolts.
  • Page 27 4. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent rust. Ask your Land Pride dealer for aerosol touch-up paint. They are also available in touch-up bottles with brush, quarts, and gallon sizes by adding...
  • Page 28 NOTE: Use a suction or siphon pump to drain Quantity = Fill until oil reaches top mark on dipstick or gearboxes of oil when there is not an oil drain plug. begins to flow out side plug hole in gearbox. RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...
  • Page 29 Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = 6 pumps 13755 Hours Driveline Profiles Quantity = Clean & coat the inner tube of the driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble. 14618 10/11/17 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M...
  • Page 30 Driveline ASAE Category 3 Driveline protection Standard 1/2" center shearbolt protection Optional - Center bolt 2 plate slip clutch Tailwheel 4" x 16" Solid rubber tire Safety guards (Optional) Rubber (front and rear) RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...
  • Page 31 Table of Contents Section 6: Specifications & Capacities RCR1542 = 85-1/4" RCR1548 = 91-3/4" 30246 10/11/17 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M...
  • Page 32 Section 7: Features & Benefits RCR15 Series Features Benefits Surpassed rugged industry All Land Pride cutters have been designed and tested and meet rigorous voluntary testing standards procedures specified by ANSI. 5 Year gearbox warranty Shows our confidence in the gearbox integrity.
  • Page 33 Driveline bent Replace driveline Blades loose Tighten blade bolts Blade carrier bent Replace blade carrier Blade broken Replace blade Blade will not swing Remove and inspect blade Blades have unequal weight Replace both blades 10/11/17 RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M...
  • Page 34 3560 Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% 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 Minimum RCR1542 & RCR1548 Rotary Cutters 312-556M 10/11/17...
  • Page 35 This Warranty is limited to the repair or 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.
  • Page 36 Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA www.landpride.com...

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