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Land Pride RCF2060 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: Rotary Cutters

Summary of RCF2060

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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 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 © copyright 2016 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 assu...

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    1 important safety information 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents important safety information these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Parts manual qr locator the qr (quick reference) code on the cover...

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    2 important safety information rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Use safety lights and devices slow moving tractors, self-propelled equipment, and towed impleme...

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    3 important safety information 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 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 extinguishe...

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    4 important safety information rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 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 la...

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    5 important safety information 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents 818-556c danger: thrown object 818-564c danger: rotating blades 818-142c danger: rotating driveline 30996 30995 30995 30995 838-614c 2" x 9" red reflector (2 places).

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    6 important safety information rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents 818-552c danger: rotating driveline rotating driveline keep away! 818-540c danger: guard missing 818-830c safety combo 24597 24597 30996.

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    7 introduction 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 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 cust...

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    8 section 1: assembly & set-up rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents section 1: assembly & set-up gearbox vented dipstick refer to figure 1-1: a vented dipstick is shipped loose and packaged with the operator’s manual. Remove temporary solid plug from top of gearbox ...

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    9 section 1: assembly & set-up 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents 14. Install second machine washer (#15) on pivot shaft of tailwheel (#5) and secure with roll pin (#17). Note: after assembly of hitch and tailwheel, push on top of a-frame assembly (#2). It should ...

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    10 section 1: assembly & set-up rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents driveline installation ! Danger do not engage tractor pto while hooking-up and unhooking driveline or while someone is standing near the driveline. a person’s body and/or clothing can be...

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    11 section 1: assembly & set-up 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents tractor hook-up refer to figure 1-4: ! Danger a crushing hazard exists while hooking-up and unhooking implement. Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor and implement while backing-up toÂ...

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    12 section 1: assembly & set-up rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents check clearances 1. Return to tractor and slowly raise and lower cutter carefully to ensure drawbar, tires, and other equipment on the tractor do not contact cutter frame. Move or remove drawbar if...

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    13 section 1: assembly & set-up 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents check driveline interference refer to figure 1-7: 1. Make certain driveline yokes are properly attached. 2. Start tractor and raise rotary cutter just enough to remove support blocks from under the...

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    14 section 2: accessory & options set-up rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents section 2: accessory & options set-up replaceable skid shoes (accessory) refer to figure 2-1: 326-120a skid shoe kit (includes 2 skid shoes & mounting hardware) replaceable skid shoes can ...

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    15 section 2: accessory & options set-up 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents optional rear guards ! Danger do not operator cutter without a rear guard. Do not remove rear guard unless it is replaced by an approved removal of rear metal band deflector ref...

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    16 section 3: adjustments rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 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 • tractor center 3-point adjus...

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    17 section 3: adjustments 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents 3. Using tractor’s 3-point hydraulic control, raise or lower 3-point lift arms until the front blade tip is at the desired cutting height. 4. The top center link should be loose when deck rear is support...

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    18 section 4: operating instructions rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 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,...

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    19 section 4: operating instructions 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents • keep blade bolt access hole covered at all times except when servicing cutter blades. make sure driveline is disconnected from the tractor before servicing cutter blades. • pe...

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    20 section 4: operating instructions rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents blade engagement & disengagement cutter blades can lock-up against each other during start-up and shut-down especially if the tractor’s pto engagement is “instant on” and “instant off” . Follo...

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    21 section 4: operating instructions 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents general operating instructions it is important that you familiarize yourself with the operator’s manual, completed operators checklist, properly attached cutter to your tractor, made leveling ...

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    22 section 5: maintenance & lubrication rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents maintenance proper servicing and adjustments are key to the long life of any implement. With careful inspection and routine maintenance, you can avoid costly downtime and repair. Check all ...

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    23 section 5: maintenance & lubrication 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents cutter blade assembly (counterclockwise rotation) figure 5-1 10. Insert blade bolt (#1) through blade (#6), dish pan (#4), and flat washer (#2). Secure blade with a new locknut (#3) and tor...

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    24 section 5: maintenance & lubrication rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents 3. Start tractor and engage pto drive for 2-3 seconds to permit slippage of the clutch surfaces. Disengage pto, then re-engage a second time for 2-3 seconds. Disengage pto, shut off tractor...

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    25 section 5: maintenance & lubrication 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents skid shoe replacement figure 5-5 long term storage clean, inspect, service, and make necessary repairs to the cutter when parking it for long periods and when parking it at the end of a wor...

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    26 section 5: maintenance & lubrication rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents lubrication points gauge wheel spindle tube type of lubrication: grease quantity = 6 pumps gauge wheel hub type of lubrication: multi-purpose grease quantity = 2 pumps gearbox method 1: uns...

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    27 section 5: maintenance & lubrication 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents driveline profiles quantity = clean & coat inner tube of driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble. Driveline u-joints type of lubrication: grease quantity = 6 pumps driveli...

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    28 section 6: specifications & capacities rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents section 6: specifications & capacities rcf2060 & rcf2072 models specifications & capacities model numbers rcf2060 rcf2072 machine weight 620 lbs. 745 lbs. With laminated tailwheel, slip c...

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    29 section 6: specifications & capacities 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents 30997 rcf 20 60 = 6 5 " rcf 20 72 = 7 7 " 35 1/2 " rcf2060 = 98" rcf2072 = 109 1/2" 16 1/4 ".

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    30 section 7: features & benefits rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents section 7: features & benefits rcf2060 & rcf2072 models features benefits surpassed rugged industry standards all land pride cutters have been designed and tested and meet rigorous voluntary test...

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    31 section 8: troubleshooting 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m table of contents section 8: troubleshooting troubleshooting chart 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 ...

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    32 section 9: torque values chart rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 10/18/16 table of contents section 9: torque values chart torque values chart for common bolt sizes bolt head identification bolt head identification bolt size (inches) grade 2 grade 5 grade 8 bolt size (metric) class 5.8 ...

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    33 section 10: warranty 10/18/16 rcf2060 and rcf2072 rotary cutters 326-459m 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 ...

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