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Land Pride RCD1884 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: Rotary Cutters

Summary of RCD1884

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    Table of contents cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. 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 201...

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    Table of contents rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 © copyright 2013 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 respon...

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    1 important safety information 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents important safety information ▲ these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Safety at all times thoroughly read and understand the instructions given in ...

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    2 important safety information rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents use safety lights and devices ▲ slow moving tractors, self- propelled equipment, and towed implements can create a hazard when driven on public roads. They are difficult to see, especially at night. ▲ flashing w...

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    3 important safety information 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Prepare for emergencies ▲ be prepared if a fire starts. ▲ keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. ...

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    4 important safety information rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents safety labels your rotary cutter comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. Read and follow their directions. 1. Keep all safety labels clean an...

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    5 important safety information 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents 818-556c danger: thrown object 818-564c danger: rotating blades (2 places) 838-614c red reflector (2 places - back rounding corners) 30965 30965 30965 30979.

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    6 important safety information rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents 818-552c danger: rotating driveline rotating driveline keep away! 818-540c danger: guard missing 30976 24597 30965 24597 818-142c danger: rotating driveline.

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    7 important safety information 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents 818-830c safety combo 30965 818-130c caution: 540 rpm 30965.

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    8 introduction rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents introduction owner assistance the online warranty registration or warranty registration card should be completed by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service....

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    9 section 1: assembly & set-up 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents section 1: assembly & set-up vented breather plug installation refer to figure 1-1: the right angle gearbox is shipped with vented breather plug factory installed. The other gearbox is shipped with vented breath...

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    10 section 1: assembly & set-up rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents 7. Attach opposite end of float chain (#4) to deck lugs with 9/16"-12 x 3 1/2" gr5 cap screw (#8) and top locknut (#11). Draw locknut up snug, do not tighten. 8. Rotate outer coupler shield closed and replace e...

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    11 section 1: assembly & set-up 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents ! Warning always disengage pto, engage parking brake, shut tractor engine off, remove switch key, and wait for blades to come to a complete stop before dismounting from tractor. ! Warning do not over-speed pto ...

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    12 section 1: assembly & set-up rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents refer to figure 1-5: 4. Remove rubber sleeve (#7) from gearbox input shaft. 5. Remove tapered pin (#3) from slip-clutch (#10). 6. Unsnap access doors (#9) from gearbox cone (#8) and rotate about the metal pin e...

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    13 section 1: assembly & set-up 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents driveline shortening figure 1-6 4. Remove driveline from tractor pto shaft and gearbox shaft. 5. Measure from end of inner shield to scribed mark (“x” dimension). Cut off inner shield at the mark. Cut same amou...

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    14 section 2: options & accessories rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents section 2: options & accessories skid shoe accessory refer to figure 2-1: 326-341a rcd1884 skid shoes the rcr1884 cutter is supplied with welded-on skid shoes. Replaceable skid shoes (sold as an accessory) ...

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    15 section 2: options & accessories 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents front rubber guard figure 2-2 30966 front single chain guard figure 2-3 33058.

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    16 section 2: options & accessories rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents rear metal band guard (standard) refer to figure 2-4 on page 17: 326-464a rcr1884 rear metal band guard this rear metal band guard is provided with the cutter unless the optional rcd rear extended metal gua...

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    17 section 2: options & accessories 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents rear metal guard figure 2-4 30977 3a 3b 3c 3d 3d 3c 3b 3a rcd rear metal extended guard (option) figure 2-5 33059.

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    18 section 3: adjustments rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents deck leveling & cutting height there are 4 primary adjustments that should be made prior to actual field operation: • deck leveling from left to right • deck cutting height • center 3-point link adjustment • tailwhee...

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    19 section 3: adjustments 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents tailwheel height adjustment refer to figure 3-3: if the front blade tip is set at the desired cutting height and the back blade tip is at the same height or lower or is higher than the front blade tip by more than 1"...

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    20 section 4: operating instructions rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents section 4: operating instructions operating checklist hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training involved in the operation, transport, s...

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    21 section 4: operating instructions 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents ! Warning always disengage pto, engage parking brake, shut off tractor, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before dismounting from tractor. ! Warning always disen...

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    22 section 4: operating instructions rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents transporting ! Warning 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 ...

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    23 section 4: operating instructions 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents un-hooking the rotary cutter un-hook rotary cutter from the tractor as follows: 9. See “long term storage” on page 27 if cutter is to be stored for a long time. 10. Park on a level solid surface and lower ...

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    24 section 5: maintenance & lubrication rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents maintenance proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any implement. With careful inspection and routine maintenance, you can avoid costly downtime and repair. The parts on your rot...

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    25 section 5: maintenance & lubrication 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents blade rotation & timing figure 5-1 cutter blade assembly figure 5-2 33002 counterclockwise blade rotation use 1-11/16" socket wrench on blade nut (#3) land pride cutter blade parts item part no. Part de...

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    26 section 5: maintenance & lubrication rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents driveline protection the drivetrain is protected from shock loads with a four plate slip-clutch. The slip-clutch must be capable of slippage during operation. Always do a “clutch run-in” operation at th...

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    27 section 5: maintenance & lubrication 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents skid shoe maintenance (accessory) refer to figure 5-7: ! Warning excessive wear on skid shoes can damage side panels, cause inadequate operation of cutter, and create a safety hazard. Always replace ski...

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    28 section 5: maintenance & lubrication rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents lubrication gauge wheel spindle tube type of lubrication: grease quantity = 6 pumps gauge wheel hub type of lubrication: multi-purpose grease quantity = 2 pumps gearbox 1. Remove side oil level plug (#2...

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    29 section 5: maintenance & lubrication 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents driveline profiles type of lubrication: multi-purpose grease quantity = clean & coat inner tube of driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble. Driveline u-joints type of lubrication: mult...

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    30 section 6: specifications & capacities rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents section 6: specifications & capacities rcd1884 model rcd1884 machine weight with dual laminated tailwheels dual solid tailwheels 900 lbs. 905 lbs. Hitch category l with clevis type lower links and flo...

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    31 section 6: specifications & capacities 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents 30973.

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    32 section 7: features & benefits rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents section 7: features & benefits rcd1884 model features benefits surpassed rugged industry standards all land pride cutters have been designed and tested and meet rigorous voluntary testing procedures specified...

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    33 section 8: troubleshooting 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents section 8: troubleshooting problem cause solution oil seal leaking gearbox overfilled drain to side plug hole seals damaged replace seals grass or wire wrapped on shaft in seal area check seal areas daily driveli...

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    34 section 9: torque values chart rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m 3/15/13 table of contents section 9: torque values chart torque values chart in-tpi 1 n·m 2 ft-lb 3 n·m ft-lb n·m ft-lb mm x pitch 4 n·m ft-lb n·m ft-lb n·m ft-lb 1/4" - 20 7.4 5.6 11 8 16 12 m 5 x 0.8 4 3 6 5 9 7 1/4" - 28 8.5 6 13 1...

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    35 section 10: warranty 3/15/13 rcd1884 rotary cutters 326-355m table of contents warranty land pride warrants to the original purchaser that this land pride product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the end user according to the following sch...

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