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Land Pride RCF2784 Operator's Manual

Land Pride RCF2784 Operator's Manual

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RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+
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RCF2784
RCF2784
RCR2684
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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
Language, please see your Land Pride dealer.
326-364M
Operator's Manual
Printed 7/26/18

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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 Language, please see your Land Pride dealer. Printed 7/26/18...
  • Page 2 Machine Height Machine Length Machine Width Machine Weight Delivery Date First Operation Accessories Dealer Contact Information Name: Street: City/State: Telephone: Email: California Proposition 65 WARNING: Cancer and reproductive harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 3 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. 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • 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  When inflating tires, use a clip-on the job that are in good condition. with genuine Land Pride parts only. chuck and extension hose long  Lower implement to the ground and Do not alter this implement in a way...
  • Page 7 Use Safety Use Seat Belt and ROPS Keep Riders Off Lights and Devices Machinery  Land Pride recommends the use of a CAB or roll-over-protective-  Slow moving tractors, and  Never carry riders or use tractor structures (ROPS) and seat belt self-propelled equipment can to lift or transport individuals.
  • Page 8 Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual.  Be aware of and follow OSHA  If possible, change into disposable Avoid crystalline Silica (or other local, State, or Federal) or washable work clothes at the (quartz) Dust work site;...
  • Page 9 Important Safety Information This page left blank intentionally. 7/26/19...
  • Page 10 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 11 Table of Contents Important Safety Information 33040 818-130C Warning: 540 rpm 33040 33041 818-543C Danger: Guard Missing 33040 818-142C Danger: Rotating Driveline 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Important Safety Information 33041 818-556C Danger: Thrown Object 33041 818-555C Danger: Rotating Blades 33035 818-681C Notice: 20 MPH Max. RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 13 Important Safety Information 24597 818-552C Danger: Rotating Driveline 24597 818-540C Danger: Guard Missing 33041 838-614C (RCF2784) 2" x 9" Red Reflector (2 places) 33041 838-614C (RCR2684) 2" x 9" Red Reflector (2 places) 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 14 Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new Owner Assistance product owners. This Rotary Cutter has been designed The dealer should complete the Online Warranty with care and built by skilled workers using quality Registration at the time of purchase.
  • Page 15 3-Point ....Category Cat lI & lII Gearbox Vented Dipstick Pull-type (RCF2784 only) ....Drawbar Refer to Figure 1-1: Power take-off Speed .
  • Page 16 Insert 1"-8 x 4 1/2" GR5 hex head bolt (#15) through left-hand hitch strap (#6), 1 1/4" OD bushing (#16) and right-hand hitch strap (#5). Secure with 1"-8 flanged locknut (#17). RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 17 Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Vent Plug With Dipstick Location 70184 Cat II And Cat III Hitch Assembly For RCR2684 & RCF2784 (RCR2684 Shown) (See Figures 1-3 & 1-4 Below For Bushing #16 Location) Figure 1-2 Bushing #16 must be mounted in Bushing #16 must be mounted in top hole for Quick-Hitch hook-up.
  • Page 18 2. Install two 2 1/4" OD machine washers (#6A & #6B) lock washer (#7) is squeezed flat. onto tailwheel spindle (#9). 33266 Single Tailwheel Assembly For RCR2684 & RCF2784 (RCF2784 Shown) Figure 1-5 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 19 2. Install two 2 1/4" OD machine washers (#9A & #9B) lock washer (#8) is squeezed flat. onto tailwheel spindle (#11). 33267 Dual Tailwheel Assembly For RCR2684 & RCF2784 (RCF2784 Shown) Figure 1-6 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 20 (#3). Tighten nylock nut to the correct torque. NOTE: Land Pride’s Quick Hitch can be attached to the tractor to provide quick and easy 3-point hook- 4. Push/pull on driveline yoke to be sure it is securely up and detachment.
  • Page 21 Check driveline when lowering implement to make sure it does not interfere with the tractor drawbar at maximum depth. If needed, shut tractor off and move or remove drawbar to prevent driveline damage. 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 22 If “A” is less than 1", continue with step 7. 12. Continue with “Check Driveline Maximum Length” • on page 19. If “A” is greater than or equal to 1", skip to “Check Driveline Maximum Length” on page 19. RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 23 6. Without changing the 3-point lift height, shut tractor down using “Tractor Shutdown Procedure”. Check to make sure the driveline angle does not exceed 25 degrees above horizontal as shown in Figure 1-11. 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 24 3. Attach spring hose loop mounting bracket (#3) to the right-hand clevis with 3/8" -16 x 1" GR5 hex head cap 32268 Trail-Type Tongue Assembly (RCF2784 Only) Figure 1-12 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 25 (#19). 11. Move driveline yoke back and forth several times to make sure yoke is locked in place. 33269 Trail-Type Axle Assembly (RCF2784 Only) Figure 1-13 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 26 Insert 1" x 2 3/4" clevis pin (#16) and secure with hairpin cotter (#19). 4. Screw coupler nut (#13) onto long leveling rod (#3) about 1 3/4". 33269 Trail-Type Axle Assembly (RCF2784 Only) Figure 1-14 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 27 Pull on driveline yoke to make certain yoke has locked in place. 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 28 Front Chain Guards (RCF2784 Only) Figure 1-17 Land Pride offers a front chain guard for the RCF2784 & RCR2684. A double chain guard is also offered for the RCF2784. The chain guards are designed to handle heavy applications where cutter blades make contact with solid dense objects.
  • Page 29 5. After all air is purged from the hydraulic system and all hydraulic pressure is relieved, tighten hose fitting at the hydraulic cylinder. 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 30 3-Point arms are adjusted properly. 33039 Set Front Blade Tip Set Rear Blade Tip Slightly Rear Blade Tip Front Blade At Cutting Height Higher Than Cutting Height 3-Point Deck Leveling & Cutting Height Figure 2-2 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 31 3-Point hitch pins. Hitch Pin This arrangement allows for optimum ground contour following performance. 3. Lock center 3-Point link in this position. 33033 Center 3-Point Link Adjustment Figure 2-5 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 32 Re-tighten jam nut (#4) against coupler nut (#5). 33039 Set Front Blade Tip Set Rear Blade Tip Slightly Rear Blade Tip Front Blade At Cutting Height Higher Than Cutting Height Pull-Type Deck Leveling & Cutting Height Figure 2-6 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 33 Figure 2-8 2. Lower cutter blades by reposition ratchet lock and pumping the ratchet jack lever back and forth to shorten the ratchet jack until desired cutting height is achieved. 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 34 & capacities for specified cutting capacity. flying off of the driveline. Exceeding rated cutting capacity can damage drive components, cutter blades, and deck components. RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 35 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. 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 36 Tighten all loose hardware as indicated in the Pull-Type Cutter: “Torque Values Chart” on page 48. a. Attach park jack to hitch stob with detent hitch pin. Make certain detent hitch pin is fully inserted. RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 37 With a little practice you will be check for driveline bind or chatter. Lower the cutter to the pleased with what your Land Pride Rotary Cutter can do. ground, return engine to a low idle, and disengage power take-off.
  • Page 38 Figure 4-1 Land Pride offers three front guard options for the RCF2784 and one option for the RCR2684. They are the rubber guards, double chain guards and the single chain guards. The rubber guard is more economical and 20928 designed for light duty applications.
  • Page 39 Table of Contents Section 4: Options Hitch/Wheel Options Land Pride offers three hitch and wheel options for the RCF2784 and two options for the RCR2684. The single leveling, 15" laminated tire is an economical solution to mowing when terrain is fairly level. The dual leveling, 15"...
  • Page 40 Always replace blades with new Land Pride blades to assure safety. 2. Carefully loosen each of the 8 spring retainer nuts by •...
  • Page 41 Heat build-up may also affect the yoke joints. method. Always replace blades with new Land Pride blades Assembly to assure safety. Refer to Figure 5-3:...
  • Page 42 (#4), and flat washer (#2). Secure blade with a new locknut (#3) and torque to 450 ft-lb. 11. Repeat step 10 for the other blade. 12. Replace access cover (#5). RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 43 There are skid shoes mounted on the cutter sides. Check both skid shoes for wear and replace if necessary. Order only genuine Land Pride parts from your local Land Pride dealer. Remove 3/8" hex whiz nuts (#3), 3/8" plow bolts (#2), and skid shoe (#1) as shown.
  • Page 44 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 TU, QT, or GL to the end of the aerosol part number.
  • Page 45 Please consult your dealer if vented dipstick was not included. NOTE: Use a suction or siphon pump to drain gearboxes of oil when there is not an oil drain plug. 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 46 Quantity = Clean & coat inner tube of driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble. 14618 Required Ratchet Jack (Optional) (RCR2784) Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = Until grease purges from threads. 33050 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 47 Single chain guard (optional) Front guard Single chain guard (optional) Double chain guard (optional) Metal band (standard) Metal band (standard) Rear guard Single chain guard (optional Single chain guard (optional) Double chain guard (optional) 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 48 Table of Contents Section 6: Specifications & Capacities RCF2784 132 1/2" (3.37 m) 130 3/8" (3.31 m) 33037 159 5/16" (4.05 m) RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 49 Table of Contents Section 6: Specifications & Capacities RCR2684 89" (2.26 m) 40 1/4" (1.02 m) 132 3/8" (3.36 m) 40 1/4" (1.02 m) 130 1/4" (3.31 m) 70207 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 50 Section 7: Features & Benefits RCF2784 & RCR2684 Features Benefits All Land Pride cutters have been designed and tested and meet rigorous voluntary Surpassed rugged industry standards testing procedures specified by ANSI. A rugged heavy built gearbox capable of handling heavy cutting applications.
  • Page 51 Blades loose Tighten blade bolts Blade carrier bent Replace blade carrier Excessive vibration Blade broken Replace blade Blade will not swing Remove and inspect blade Blades have unequal weight Replace both blades 7/26/19 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M...
  • Page 52 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 RCF2784 & RCR2684 S/N 1180234+ Rotary Cutters 326-364M 7/26/19...
  • Page 53 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. Land Pride reserves the right to inspect any equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 54 Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA www.landpride.com...

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