Section 3: Operating Instructions - Land Pride RC2512 Operator's Manual

Section 3: Operating Instructions

Setting Transport Locks
IMPORTANT: Always disengage tractor's PTO &
wait for blades to come to a complete stop before
raising cutter wings to transport position. Wing
drivelines, wing gearboxes, and splitter gearbox can
be damaged if driveline is turning.
NOTE: The wings are controlled with two hydraulic
lift cylinders. Be certain that the wing hydraulics are
attached to the tractor and hydraulic hoses are full
of oil before proceeding.
Cutter wings will need to be raised and locked before
transporting on a roadway, through narrow openings, and
when servicing underside of deck.
1. Disengage tractor PTO and wait for cutter blades to
come to a complete stop before raising wings.
2. Raise cutter wings fully up with hydraulics.
3. Place tractor gear selector in park, shut tractor
engine off, set park brake, remove switch key, and
dismount from tractor.
4. See Figure 3-1: Remove hairpin (#1) from storage
bracket (#2).
5. See Figure 3-2: Rotate upper end of transport
lock (#3) down to cylinder pin (#4). Secure with
existing hairpin (#1).
6. Repeat steps 4 & 5 for the other wing section.
Transporting
!
WARNING
Always raise wings and set transport locks before transporting
from one work site to another and before traveling on public
roadways. The wings can fall if not secured with transport
locks causing a serious injury or death.
!
CAUTION
When traveling on public roads, use accessory lights, SMV
sign, clean reflectors, and other adequate devices to warn
operators in other vehicles of your presence. Always comply
with all federal, state, and local laws.
1. Always raise wings and set transport locks before
transporting from one work site to another location
and before traveling on public roadways.
2. Select a safe ground speed when transporting from
one area to another. Maximum transport speed for
the Rotary Cutter is 20 mph. DO NOT EXCEED.
3. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
4. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over
rough or hilly terrain.
5. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning
and leave enough clearance so the cutter does not
contact obstacles such as buildings, trees, or fences.
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Transport Lock, Field Cutting Position
Figure 3-1
Transport Lock, Wings Folded Up
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