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Land Pride RC4615 Operator's Manual

Land Pride RC4615 Operator's Manual

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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.
331-644M
Operator's Manual
Printed 8/22/23
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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 8/22/23...

  • Page 2: Machine Identification

    Serial Number 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 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
  • 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 Land Pride products. App on your smart phone, open the App, Refer to Parts Manual QR point your phone on the QR code and Locator on this page for take a picture. detailed instructions. RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 5: Safety At All Times

     Important Safety Information Important Safety Information Listed below 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 your best The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard assurance against an accident.
  • Page 6  Lower implement to the ground and  Replace parts on this implement using the correct tools and follow all shutdown procedures with genuine Land Pride parts only. equipment. before leaving the operator’s seat to Do not alter this implement in a way ...
  • Page 7 Use Seat Belt and ROPS Keep Riders Off Lights and Devices Machinery  Land Pride recommends the use of a CAB or roll-over-protective-  Never carry riders on the tractor or  A slow moving power machine structures (ROPS) and seat belt implement.

  • Page 8: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information Listed below 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. 8/22/23...

  • Page 10: Safety Labels

    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 37627 37586 818-552C Danger! Rotating Driveline Entanglement Hazard 37627 818-142C Danger! Rotating Driveline 37586 Located on all wing gearbox shaft guards 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 12 Danger! Shield Missing - DO NOT Operate 22296 Located on all driveline profiles 37585 818-543C Danger! Guard Missing, DO NOT Operate Located beneath each gearbox guard 37586 818-276C Warning! Rotating Blade Hazard 37627 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
  • Page 13 Table of Contents Important Safety Information 37627 818-840C Danger! Rollover Hazard 818-561C 37586 Warning! Raised Wing Hazard Located on left & right wings 818-714C 37627 Danger! Crushing Hazard 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 14 Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for leaks. Use wood or cardboard instead of hands. Keep all components in good repair. 838-094C 838-094C Warning! High Pressure 37627 838-588C 37627 Warning! Speed Warning RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
  • Page 15 Located on back side of left & right wing lock bars 37628 818-045C Warning! Pinch Point Hazard 37628 818-130C Caution! Use with 540 rpm power take-off only 818-240C Caution: Use with 1000 rpm power take-off only 37627 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 16 Located on front side of left & right wing lock bars 37588 838-615C 2" x 9" Amber Reflector Located on both sides of center axle 37572 838-615C 2" x 9" Amber Reflector Located on front side of left wing only. 37586 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 17: Using This Manual

    Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new Serial Number 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 18: Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up

    Before You Start Model RC4615 ..... . . 540 rpm Model RCM4615..... .1000 rpm Read and understand the Operator’s Manual for your...

  • Page 19: Torque Requirements

    Other optional hitches are available. They include Land Pride Performance hitch, bar-tite hitch, ball hitch, Standard Clevis Hitch and pintle hitch. See your nearest Land Pride dealer Figure 1-2 should you want to change your hitch set-up. Standard Clevis Hitch...

  • Page 20: Hitch Assembly

    5. Relieve all hydraulic pressure to auxiliary hydraulic lines. 6. Wait for all components to come to a complete stop before leaving the operator’s seat. Use steps, grab-handles and anti-slip surfaces when stepping on and off the tractor. RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 21: Standard Clevis Hitch Hook-Up

    16. Continue with “Hydraulic Hook-up” on page 20 and hitch (#9) are aligned. “Driveline Installation” on page 21. 10. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 22 18. Continue with “Hydraulic Hook-up” on page 20 and to “Tractor Shutdown Procedure” on page 16. “Driveline Installation” on page 21. 8. Verify tractor drawbar is adjusted correctly. Refer to “Drawbar Set-up” dimensions on page 14. RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
  • Page 23 Make certain park jack (#3) is properly attached to safety chain. the cutter hitch and secured with ball detent pin (#8). 15. Continue with “Hydraulic Hook-up” on page 20 and “Driveline Installation” on page 21. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...

  • Page 24: Hydraulic Hook-Up

    Float position is highly recommended for wing outlet(s). Your Land Pride dealer can help you determine the best configuration that will match your needs and your tractor capabilities. An optional control valve kit is available if the tractor does not have the required number of duplex outlets.

  • Page 25: Unfold Wings

    RC models are rated for 540 6. Restart tractor and lower both left and right wings rpm and RCM models are rated for 1000 rpm. with tractor hydraulic control lever until both wings are on the ground. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 26 (#4) and gearbox shield (#10). 14. Rotate driveline hanger (#11) up and support 37599 driveline (#5) on hanger. Final adjustments to hanger will be made after tractor hook-up. Driveline Installation Figure 1-17 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
  • Page 27 4. Start tractor and lower cutter until front skids are resting on the ground or on support blocks. 5. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. 6. Replace stroke control spacers (#4) as needed to support wheels at this position. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...

  • Page 28: Driveline Clearance Check

    5. Repeat steps 1 & 2 above once air is purged from the deck lift hydraulic system. 6. Tighten hose fitting (#5) at lift cylinder (#4). RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
  • Page 29 10. Return to the tractor and fully extend center deck lift cylinder to raise the deck up. 11. Shut tractor down properly and dismount to replace stroke control spacers (#4) and remove support blocks from under the four corners of the center deck. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...

  • Page 30: Unhook Rotary Cutter

    “Adjust Driveline Hanger” on page 23. 20. Adjust park jack (#3) to raise cutter up until all load is removed from tractor drawbar. 37630 Hydraulic Lift Cylinder With Stroke Control Spacers Figure 1-24 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
  • Page 31 Remove hitch (#10) from tractor drawbar and reattach it to cutter hitch (#9) with removed bolt (#1) and locknut (#2) Screw locknut on 4 or 5 full turns. Do not torque nut tight. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...

  • Page 32: Section 2: Adjustments

    See cover picture for Be sure both sides are equal distance from ground to correct positioning. hinges (#1) and leveling rods (#5 & #6) have equal tension. Re-tighten jam nut (#3). RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 33: Wing Deck Leveling

    If outer wing edge is lower than the center deck, loosen jam nut (#1) and rotate turnbuckle (#2) counterclockwise to raise outer wing edge until wing is level. Tighten jam nut (#1) to the correct torque when level. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...

  • Page 34: Cutter Height Adjustment

    (#2) that will fit on the center hydraulic cylinder rod. The following spacers are available. • Two 1" spacers • One 1 1/4" spacer • One 1 1/2" spacer • One 1 3/4" spacer RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
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  • Page 36: Start-Up Checklist

    ROPS in the “locked up” position when appropriate. If ROPS is in the locked up position, fasten seat belt snugly and securely to help protect against serious injury or death from falling and machine overturn. RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 37: Section 3: Operating Instructions

    IMPORTANT: If wing driveline profile is bent or twisted, disconnect that driveline from the wing gearbox before folding the wing up. This will protect both the wing and divider gearboxes. Repair driveline before putting cutter back into service. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...

  • Page 38: Blade Operation Inspection

    10. Taking proper precautions, make necessary repairs and adjustments. 11. Repeat steps 1-10 to make certain vibration problems are fixed before putting cutter back into service. RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 39: Transport Locks

    (#4). Secure with hairpin clip (#1). 27923 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the other wing. Your cutter is Transport Bar, Storage Position now ready for transporting. Figure 3-2 27921 Transport Bar, Locked Position Figure 3-3 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...

  • Page 40: Field Set-Up

    Cutting Blades Rotary Cutter be equipped with chain guards to stop flying objects and Land Pride’s LED Light Kit to make your self more visible. For additional information, refer to “Safety Guard” on page 40 or the Parts Manual for LED Light Kit information.
  • Page 41 2. Disengage power take-off. 3. Place tractor in park or set park brake, shut tractor engine off, remove switch key, and wait for blades to come to a complete stop before dismounting from tractor. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 42 With a little practice you will be take-off operating speed which will be either 540 or 1000 pleased with what you and your Land Pride 15' Smooth rpm. If everything is still running smoothly, once more Top Cutter can do.
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  • Page 44: Section 4: Options & Accessories

    Land Pride offers two types of safety guards to best suit smoother ride when transporting. your application: single row chain guards and double row •...

  • Page 45: Hydraulic Accessories

    Table of Contents Section 4: Options & Accessories Hydraulic Accessories Land Pride offers two different kits for raising the deck wings independently to clear small obstacles in the field without maneuvering around them. Hydraulic Wing Control Kit 318-316A HYDRAULIC WING CONTROL KIT Refer to Figure 4-2: This kit is for tractors with three duplex outlets.

  • Page 46: Installation Instructions

    Repair d. Connect all hydraulic hoses to a tractor. driveline before putting cutter back into service. e. Purge hydraulic system of air. See “Purge Hydraulic System” on page 24. RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 47: Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication

    3. Replace wheel rims and tires as needed with safety, function, performance, and life of the implement. genuine Land Pride parts. Do not loosen split rim Replace parts only with genuine OEM parts. hardware (#1) until all air pressure in the tire has •...

  • Page 48: Cutter Blade Maintenance

    Small nicks can be ground out. See Figure 5-2 shaft should be torqued to 550 ft-lbs. minimum and when ordering Land Pride replacement blades. Remove secured with cotter pin (#8) with both legs bent cutter blades and sharpen or replace as follows: opposite directions around the nut.

  • Page 49: Drivelines With Slip Clutches

    Refer to Figure 5-4 to determine which friction clutch your cutter has. Follow “run-in” instructions for your specific clutch type. Refer to this page for “Type A Clutches” and page 47 for “Type B Clutches”. Blade Rotation Figure 5-3 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 50 Be sure Progressively tighten each spring retainer bolt until to keep track of order and orientation of your clutch correct spring height “A” is reached. components during disassembly. RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
  • Page 51 3 and 1/6 revolutions, “B” = 5.5 mm (0.217”). If a higher torque is needed, then tighten nuts another 1/6 of a revolution, Do not set gap “B” smaller than 5 mm (0.197"). 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...

  • Page 52: Skid Shoe Maintenance

    There are two skid shoes mounted on either side of the center section and one skid shoe mounted on each wing section. Check all skid shoes for wear and replace if necessary. Order only genuine Land Pride parts from your local Land Pride dealer. Center Skid Shoes 27920 Item Part No.

  • Page 53: Long Term Storage

    4. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent rust. Ask your Land Pride dealer for aerosol touch-up paint. Paint is 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 54: Lubrication Points

    Grease wheel bearings every 50 hours. Quantity = 2 pumps Repack wheel bearings annually 27926 Hours Trailing Arm Pivots 4- zerks (1 per trailing arm) Type of Lubrication: Multi-Purpose Grease Quantity = As required 39201 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
  • Page 55 Center Deck Axle Pivot 3 - zerks Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease 39201 Hours Wing Deck Axle Pivot 4 - zerks (2 - zerks per wing axle) Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease 39201 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 56 Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease 26599 Quantity = As required 37725 Needed Park Jack 1 - zerk Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As required Frequency = As needed and when unhooking for longterm storage. RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 57: Divider Box

    Reinstall and tighten side oil level plug and oil fill/vented dipstick. Type of Lubrication: 80-90W EP Quantity = Fill until oil begins to flow out oil level plug hole in gearbox. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 58 Grease fittings located on the u-joints and driveline shields should be lubricated every 8 Hrs of operation. IMPORTANT: Attach safety chain (#1) to tractor frame. Attach safety chain (#2) to cutter frame. 39280 CV Driveline with overrunning clutch Figure 5-13 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...
  • Page 59 Steps 1 to 6 can be repeated to lubricate universal 3. Refer to Figure 5-18: Pull back on driveline shielding joint on opposite end of driveline. until CV joint is exposed. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 60 Quantity = Coat Generously 37519 Hours Wing Driveline Joints 37514 Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease 37519 Drivelines with external profile tube grease point Hours Intermediate Driveline Joints Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease 37518 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 61: Section 6: Specifications & Capacities

    8 - Wheel option: 4 on transport axle and two on each wing axle Transport axle Spring-cushioned on trailing arms Hubs Cast iron five-bolt hubs with tapered roller bearings and 1 3/4" shafts. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...
  • Page 62 Add 8" for Airplane Tires 33487 Transport Width Transport Width With Wing Axles Disconnected Without Special Adjustments At Turnbuckles (#5) And Wheels Folded Back (See Figure 1-13 on page 20) 15'- 11 3/4" 33486 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 63: Section 7: Features & Benefits

    Bar-tite hitch option Ideal for extreme conditions. Clamps tight to drawbar eliminating drawbar wear. Roadway light kit option Allows operator to transport on public roads safer. Deck ring option Keeps blades from damaging the deck. 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...

  • Page 64: Section 8: Troubleshooting

    Blades have unequal weight Replace each pair of blades on affected carrier. Wing cylinder movement too slow Orifice is plugged Remove elbow fitting and unplug orifice. RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M 8/22/23...

  • Page 65: Section 9: Torque & Tire Inflation Chart

    Additional Torque Values Blade Bolt Locknut 450 ft-lbs Blade Carrier Hub Nut 550 ft-lbs Wheel Lug Nuts 85 ft-lbs Tire Inflation Chart Tire Size Inflation PSI 29" x 7.7 x 15" Aircraft tire 8/22/23 RC4615 & RCM4615 Rotary Cutters 331-644M...

  • Page 66: Warranty

    This Warranty is not valid unless the unit is registered with Land Pride within 30 purchase .
  • Page 68 Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA...

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