Copyright 2001 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.
Detach and store implements in a area where children normally do not play. Secure implement by using blocks and supports. 12/14/01 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M...
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Attach the chain to the tractor performing maintenance. parts from implement before drawbar support or other operation. specified anchor location. Allow only enough slack in the chain to permit turning. Do not use safety chain for towing. RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M 12/14/01...
Do not leave tractor or implement cause implement to ride up on unattended with engine running. wheels. This could result in injury or equipment damage. Dismounting from a moving tractor could cause serious injury or death. 12/14/01 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M...
Land Pride Important Safety Information Safety Labels by Land Pride. When ordering new components make sure the correct safety labels are included in the request. To Your implement comes equipped with all safety labels in place. order new labels go to your Land Pride dealer.
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Land Pride Important Safety Information ROTATING DRIVELINE KEEP AWAY! 818-552C 19745 Danger PTO Driveline 818-556C Danger Thrown Object 19745 818-564C Danger Rotating Blades 19745 ROTATING DRIVELINE KEEP AWAY! 818-142C Danger Driveline 19745 12/14/01 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M...
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Land Pride Important Safety Information 818-830C Safety Combo 19745 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M 12/14/01...
Rotary parts and equipment needed to service the implement. Cutter. The parts on your RCR16 Series Rotary Cutter have been Application specially designed and should only be replaced with Land Pride’s RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters are ideal for genuine Land Pride parts.
Refer to Figure 1-1: 1. The A-frame braces (#4) are rotated down against the The RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters are designed for use deck in shipment. Loosen the nuts and rotate the with tractors that are equipped with a (540 RPM 1 3/8”-6 A-frame braces up as shown.
(#5). Tighten all nuts and bolts to torque as indicated in the “Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes” on page 23. Rear Chain Guard 19748 Figure 1-4 Front Chain Guard 20642 Figure 1-3 12/14/01 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M...
Install rear rubber guard (#1) as shown in Figure 1-6, with indicated in the “Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt 3/8” x 3 1/2” long carriage bolts (#3), 3/8” flange nuts (#4) Sizes” on page 23. 20641 Rear Rubber Guard Figure 1-6 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M 12/14/01...
PTO shaft on the tractor. Shut down tractor, leaving cutter in position of shortest distance between shafts, refer to "A" dimension. Securely block cutter in position. Remove driveline from tractor and gearbox Tractor Hook-Up Figure 1-7 19747 12/14/01 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M...
Be sure nuts and bolts are tight. Section 1 Be certain all guards and shields are in Section 1 place. page 9 Lubricate the cutter as needed. Refer to Section 3 “Maintenance and Lubrication”. Page 17 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M 12/14/01...
Nominal Cutting Height Measure the distance from the end (cutting tip) of the blade to the ground surface. This distance is the nominal cutting height. Refer to Figure 2-2. Cutting Height 20644 Cutting Height Figure 2-2 12/14/01 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M...
Use the tractor’s 3-point hydraulic control to lift the cutter such that the gauge wheel clears the ground. 3-Point Cutter Height Adjustment 19753 Figure 2-3 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M 12/14/01...
Should the shearbolt need replaced, replace with Disengage the PTO, then re-engage a second time for Land Pride part #802-264C. Refer to page 9 Figure 1-2. 2-3 seconds. Disengage the PTO, shut off tractor and remove key. Wait for all components to stop before IMPORTANT: A snap ring (Land Pride part dismounting from tractor.
17 5. Store the cutter inside if possible for longer cutter life. 6. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to prevent rust. Ask your dealer for Aerosol Land Pride Beige touch-up paint part #821-011C. 19783 Clutch Disassembly...
Reinstall plugs and tighten. NOTE: Do not overfill! Cutter should be level when 19745 checking oil. Type of Lubrication: EP90 Oil Quantity = Fill until oil flows from the side port of gearbox case. 12/14/01 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M...
Driveline Shield Bearings Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = 6 pumps 13755 Driveline Profiles Quantity = Clean & coat the inner tube of the driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble. 14618 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M 12/14/01...
Stump jumper Standard 10 gauge round stump jumper slides over stumps, rocks and debris. Surpassed rugged industry standards All Land Pride Cutters have been designed and tested and meet rigorous voluntary testing procedures specified by ANSI. 2 Year gearbox warranty Shows our confidence in the gearbox integrity.
Cutting height not level Adjust cutter height Soil abrasive Adjust cutter height Cutting too low Adjust cutter height Tail wheel support failing Lowering too fast Adjust rate of drop Hitting objects when turning Reduce speed on turns 12/14/01 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M...
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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 RCR16 Series Rotary Cutters 312-742M 12/14/01...
Gearbox: 2 years on housing, gears and shafts Blades, tires and driveline friction discs considered wear items This Warranty is limited to the 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.