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Operator's Manual
RC15, RC25, and RC35 Series
Rotary Cutter
Manufacturing, Inc.
P .O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060
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Read the Operator's manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instruc-
tions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others
depend on it!
Model RC15
Model RC25
Model RC35
14484
14489
14490
Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
© Copyright 2008 Printed 9/25/08
312-298M
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- Page 1 Table of Contents Operator’s Manual RC15, RC25, and RC35 Series Rotary Cutter Manufacturing, Inc. P .O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 Read the Operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instruc- tions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! Model RC15 Model RC25...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Copyright 2008 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: Important Safety Information
Land Pride Important Safety Information Important Safety Information For your safety and to develop a better understanding of your equipment, thoroughly read the Operator’s Sections of this manual before operation. Safety Notations The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates that there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precautions must be taken. -
Page 4: Safety Labels
When ordering new components make sure the correct safety labels are included in the request. To order new labels go to your Land Pride dealer. 5. Refer to this section for proper label placement. To install new labels: Clean the area the label is to be placed. - Page 5 Land Pride Important Safety Information 14493 Model RC35 Model RC25 & RC35 Model RC15 9/25/08 Table of Contents 14242 14218 14239 RC15, RC25, and RC35 Series Rotary Cutter 312-298M 818-161C Caution Rotary Cutter General Safety 818-187C Danger PTO Shield 818-187C...
- Page 6 Important Safety Information RC15, RC25, and RC35 Series Rotary Cutter 312-298M Table of Contents 13042 ROTATING DRIVELINE KEEP AWAY! 13042 ROTATING DRIVELINE KEEP AWAY! 14242 Land Pride 818-540C Danger Guard Missing 818-552C Danger PTO Driveline 818-552C Danger PTO Driveline 9/25/08...
- Page 7 Land Pride Important Safety Information Model RC15 & RC25 14493 Model RC35 Model RC15 & RC25 9/25/08 Table of Contents 14217 14217 RC15, RC25, and RC35 Series Rotary Cutter 312-298M 818-554C Warning General Cutter Safety 818-554C Warning General Cutter Safety...
- Page 8 Important Safety Information 14493 Model RC35 Model RC15 & RC25 14493 Model RC35 RC15, RC25, and RC35 Series Rotary Cutter 312-298M Table of Contents 14217 Land Pride 818-555C Danger Rotating Blade 818-556C Thrown Object Hazard 818-556C Thrown Object Hazard 9/25/08...
- Page 9 Land Pride Important Safety Information Model RC15 & RC25 14493 Model RC35 Model RC15 & RC25 14493 Model RC35 9/25/08 Table of Contents 14217 14493 RC15, RC25, and RC35 Series Rotary Cutter 312-298M 818-564C Danger Chain Guard 818-564C Danger Chain Guard...
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Page 10: Using This Manual
Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners. This implement has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper assembly, maintenance, and safe operating prac- tices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine. -
Page 11: Section 1 Assembly And Setup
Land Pride Section 1 Assembly and Setup Section 1 Assembly and Setup Tractor Requirements The RC15, RC25 and RC35 Rotary Cutters are designed for use with tractors that are equipped with a Type 1 (540 RPM; 1 3/8" - 6 spline) rear power take-off (PTO) per ASAE (American Society of Agricultural Engineers) S203.12 APR93. -
Page 12: Driveline Installation
If the tractor is Category II, install the adaptor bushing on the hitch pin before insertion into the lower link hole. (Adapter bushing not required on RC2584 and all RC35 series rotary cutters.) 14245 Tractor 3-Point Hitch Figure 1-4 Land Pride 14249 9/25/08... -
Page 13: Safety Guards
Land Pride Section 1 Assembly and Setup 5. Install a 7/16" lynch pin or other fastener (supplied by customer) thru the hitch pin hole to lock the lower links into position. 6. Connect the driveline to the tractor’s PTO output shaft and secure with locking device on driveline. -
Page 14: Section 2 Operating Instructions
Do not over speed PTO or machine damage may result. This Section 5 cutter is designed to be used only with a tractor having a 540 page 22 RPM rear PTO. Section 1 Section 1 Section 5 page 17 Land Pride 9/25/08... -
Page 15: Section 3 Adjustments
Land Pride Section 3 Adjustments Section 3 Adjustments Cutting Height There are 4 primary adjustments that should be made pri- or to actual field operations: a. Deck level from left to right b. Tractor top link length c. Tractor lower link height d. - Page 16 flow which results in additional blade wear and horsepower loss as well as more frequent blade sharpening. Refer to Figure 3-5. Best Deck Attitude for Cutting Figure 3-5 Land Pride 14223 Height Adjustment Figure 3-4 9/25/08...
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Page 17: Rc15, Rc25, And Rc35 Series Rotary Cutter 312-298M
Land Pride Section 4 Troubleshooting Section 4 Troubleshooting Problem Oil seal leaking Driveline yoke or cross failing Driveline clutch slipping or Shear bolt breaking Bent Driveline (NOTE: driveline should be repaired or replaced if bent) Driveline telescoping tube failing Driveline... - Page 18 Blades locked together Unlock blades 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 Land Pride 9/25/08...
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Page 19: Section 5 Maintenance And Lubrication
To replace blades: a. Order blade bolt Land Pride part # 802-277C. b. Blade shim (#30), must be installed to insure a tight and proper fit between the blade bolt and blade. -
Page 20: Eurocardan Clutch Assembly & Disassembly
4. Lubricate as noted in Lubrication, starting on page 21. 5. Store the cutter inside if possible for longer cutter life. 6. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to pre- vent rust. Ask your dealer for Aerosol Land Pride Beige touch-up paint #821-011C. Land Pride... -
Page 21: Plate Slip Clutch
Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication 4-Plate Slip Clutch NOTE: Before proceeding, secure the clutch firmly in a vise or other clamping device to prevent injury. Disassembly Step 1 Remove snap ring. Step 2 Remove backup ring, lock collar, compression spring, bottom backup ring, and balls. -
Page 22: Plate Slip Clutch
Inspect friction disks and hub. 10435 RC15, RC25, and RC35 Series Rotary Cutter 312-298M Table of Contents Assembly 10449 Land Pride Step 1 Place the hub and friction disks into the housing. Step 2 Compress the Belleville Springs to the pressure plate by tightening the four hex nuts and then placing the as- sembly into the clutch housing. -
Page 23: Tailwheel Spindle Hub
Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Lubrication Lubrication Multipurpose spray lube Legend 14250 14251 14190 9/25/08 Table of Contents Multipurpose Multipurpose grease lube oil lube Tailwheel Spindle Hub Type of Lubrication: Multipurpose Grease Quantity = 6 pumps Tailwheel hub The tailwheel hub is equipped with a relief hole located di- rectly opposite the grease fitting. -
Page 24: Driveline
Quantity = fill until oil flows from the side port of gearbox case. Driveline Disconnect driveline from the tractor and slide apart Quantity = Clean & coat the inner tube of the driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble Land Pride 9/25/08... -
Page 25: Section 6 Specifications And Capacities
Cutting Height Hitch Deck Material Thickness Deck Height Blades (2) Blade Holders Drive Shaft Slip Protection Tailwheel 9/25/08 Table of Contents RC15 Series Rotary Cutter RC1548 RC1560 45 1/2" 57" 50" 62" 84" 96" 13,096 fpm / 12,469 fpm /... - Page 26 ASAE Category 4 ASAE Category 4 4 Plate Slip Clutch 4 Plate Slip Clutch 4.00 x 8 x 15 Laminated Tire 4.00 x 8 x 15 Laminated Tire Land Pride RC2584/RCO2584 84” 87” 131” 18” {RCO2584 Only} 14,369 fpm / 653 rpm...
- Page 27 Land Pride Section 6 Specifications and Capacities Cutting Width Overall Width Overall Length (Including Tailwheel) Blade Tip Speed Gearbox Machine Weight (with Chain Guards) Recommended Tractor PTO HP Cutting Height Deck Material Thickness Deck Height (Bottom of Deck to Bottom of Skid Shoe)
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Page 28: Torque Values Chart For Common Bolt Sizes
1950 4290 3160 ft-lb= foot pounds 2190 4820 3560 mm x pitch = nominal thread dia. in millimeters x thread pitch Land Pride Bolt Head Identification 10.9 Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N ·... -
Page 29: Warranty
This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land Pride and the installation by the dealer of any such re- placement part, and does not cover common wear items such as blades, belts, tines, etc. - Page 30 Land Pride Division Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Corporate Office: PO. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA...
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