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Land Pride RC5014 Operator's Manual

Land Pride RC5014 Operator's Manual

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Rotary Cutters
RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM)
24837
Table of Contents
330-117M
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 2009 Printed
Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied
with standard unit.
2/02/08

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  • Page 1 Table of Contents Rotary Cutters RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) 330-117M 24837 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! ©...
  • Page 2 Copyright 2009 All rights Reserved 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.
  • Page 3 This could result in injury area where children normally do or equipment damage. not play. Secure implement by Do not carry passengers on using blocks and supports. implement at any time. 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 4 Allow only enough slack in the chain to permit turning. Do not use safety chain for towing. RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 5 NOT in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety cage if available. When removing and installing wheels, use wheel handling equipment adequate for the weight involved. 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 6 818-045C Pinch Point Warning 24853 818-130C Caution! Use 540 rpm PTO only 818-240C Caution! Use 1000 rpm PTO only 24844 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information 24844 24845 ROTATING DRIVELINE KEEP AWAY! 24846 818-552C Danger! Rotating Driveline Entanglement Hazard 23571 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 8 Important Safety Information 23594 818-540C Danger! Shield Missing - DO NOT Operate Wing Driveline & Main Driveline 23571 24844 818-543C Danger! Guard Missing - DO NOT Operate 2- places 24846 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 9 818-840C Danger: Rollover Hazard 24844 818-830C Safety Combo Located on Left Wing & 24844 Right Wing 818-561C Warning! Raised Wing Hazard Located on Left Wing & Right Wing 24844 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 10 Warning: Folding Cutter Speed Warning 818-556C Danger! Thrown Object Hazard Located on Left Wing & Right Wing 24846 818-564C Danger! Rotating Blade Located on Left Wing & Right Wing 24846 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 11 Land Pride Important Safety Information 24846 818-229C Amber Reflector Located on Left Wing & Right Wing 24844 24853 818-230C Red Reflector Located on Right Wing and Weight Box 24845 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 12 Both models offer pull-type self-leveling clevis hitches as standard equipment for attachment to 70-250 HP tractors. The RC5014 has a 540 rpm Cat. 5 driveline and the RCM5014 has a 1000 rpm Cat. 5 driveline. Both models offer various, tire, rim and axle selections as...
  • Page 13 Hitch Model RC5014 .....540 RPM Model RCM5014 ....1000 RPM Refer to Figure 1-1: Maintain proper distance, dimension “A”, between center...
  • Page 14 (#3). Make sure grease zerks are facing up Wing Axle - Turnbuckle Assembly when wings are folded down. Figure 1-5 4. Tighten locknuts (#3) to the correct torque. RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 15 5. Insert 1" flat washers (#9) equally above and below with cutter hitched to the tractor before engaging the tractor drawbar until both spaces between drawbar PTO. and clevis plates are filled. 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 16 If driveline has 3 chains, all 3 chains must if operation is sluggish. The system may be purged as be secured to keep driveline shields from rotating. follows: RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 17 7. Adjust jack stand up or down as need to remove hitch pin (#1). 8. Drive tractor away from the cutter and then lower jack stand to rest cutter on its front skid shoes. 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 18 Level wing by loosening jam nut (#5) line. Stroke Control Spacers Right Hand Leveling Rod Left Hand Leveling Rod 22152 Center Section Leveling Rod Figure 2-2 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 19 See “Transport Locks” on page 18. 4. Raise center deck fully up and place sturdy support blocks or jack stands under the four deck corners. Lower center deck down onto the supports. 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 20 23592 5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over rough or hilly terrain. Transport Bar, Locked Position Figure 3-2 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 21 4. Lower wing section to down position. 5. Extend hydraulic lift cylinder to release any pressure against the stroke control spacers. Remove stroke control spacers. Keep spacers with tractor for field installation. 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 22 However, it is best to avoid Cutter from service until damaged drivelines are repaired or striking obstacles to extend cutter life and life of replaced. cutting blades. RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 23 Normal mowing speed will be between 2-5 mph and you will need to maintain full tractor engine PTO speed to 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 24 300 feet of the cutter. prefer to provide your own tires. Part Number & Description Land Pride offers three types of safety guards to best suit your application: rubber skirt guards, single row 814-265C 6" x 21" Laminated Tire chainguards and double row chainguards.
  • Page 25 A selector switch on the control valve selects which of the two duplex outlets is operational with the tractor hydraulic control lever. See your local Land Pride dealer if your tractor is not properly equipped with the correct number of duplex outlets.
  • Page 26 1 1/2 oz. difference. Unbalanced blades will and create structural cracks in cutter housing. cause excessive vibration which can damage gearbox bearings and create structural cracks. RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 27 Type A Clutch Type B Clutch 9. Once blade deflection is correct, replace used nut 23560 with new locknut (#6) and torque to 450 ft. lbs. Clutch Types Figure 5-4 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 28 Figure 5-6. Also some have more components than others. Be sure to keep 826-495C 540/1000 Center 1.32" track of order and orientation of your clutch components during disassembly. RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 29 Step 5 disassembled to separate the friction disks. Inspect friction discs and hub. NOTE: Before proceeding, secure clutch firmly in a vise or other clamping device to prevent injury. 23553 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 30 With lugs bent in, loosen the four hex nuts completely to the end of the threaded studs. Step 5 Install end half clamps if 23568 available. Center Skid Shoe 23553 Figure 5-9 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 31 PAINT LP BEIGE SPRAY CAN 821-002C PAINT LP BLACK SPRAY CAN 821-054C PAINT MEDIUM RED SPRAY CAN 821-058C PAINT GREEN SPRAY CAN Skid shoe is reversible 24849 Wing Skid shoe Figure 5-11 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 32 24853 Adjustable Turnbuckle Type of Lubrication: Multi-Purpose Grease Quantity = As required 22152 Main Hitch Type of Lubrication: Multi-Purpose Grease Quantity = As required 24844 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 33 EP 80-90W oil until oil reaches full mark on the dipstick. Reinstall vent plug with dipstick and tighten. 23582 Take your gearbox to a Land Pride dealer if it requires service. Type of Lubrication: Gear Lube 80-90W EP Quantity = Fill until oil reaches full mark on dipstick.
  • Page 34 Drivelines with internal profile tube grease point 23567 Drivelines with external profile tube grease point 23566 Conventional Driveline Joints & Shields Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Drivelines with internal profile tube grease point RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 35 • Grease fittings are located on the u-joints and driveline Drivelines with internal tube grease point shields and should be lubricated every 8 hours of 23565 operation. 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 36 Drivelines with internal profile tube grease point 23563 Drivelines with external profile tube grease point 13755 Wing Driveline Joints & Shields Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Drivelines with internal profile tube grease point 23563 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 37 Transport Axle Spring-cushioned on center transport axle Hubs Cast iron 5-bolt hubs with tapered roller bearings and with 1 3/4” shafts Colors Standard color: Beige Optional colors: Green or Red 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 38 Transport Width With Wing Axles At The Turnbuckles And Wheels Folded Back Connected At The Turnbuckles (See Figure 1-5 on page 12) 14’-7” 3’-6 1/8” At 2” Cutting Height 26844 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 39 Features Benefits Surpass rugged industry All Land Pride Cutters have been designed and tested and meet rigorous voluntary testing procedures specified by ANSI. Total cutter weight Weight is in a range that will allow tractors to handle the cutter easier. Heavier cutters are tough to control.
  • Page 40 Front & rear shielding Choice allows customer to fit his needs. Front Shielding: Rubber guard, single chain or double chain. Rear Shielding: Rubber guard, single chain or double chain. RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 41 Replace Power Take Off or distribution shaft. Disassemble and inspect for incorrectly located needles or damaged bearing cap. Wing cylinder movement too slow Remove elbow fitting and unplug orifice. 2/02/08 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M...
  • Page 42 Blade Bolt Lock Nut 450 ft-lbs Blade Carrier Hub Nut 550 ft-lbs minimum Wheel Lug Nuts 85 ft-lbs Tire Inflation Chart Tire Size Inflation 27 x 7.75 x 15 RC5014 (540 RPM) and RCM5014 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 330-117M 2/02/08...
  • Page 43 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...
  • Page 44 Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA...

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