Rotary Cutters
RC4015 and RCM4015 Series 2 S/N 944961+
37900
330-845M
Operator’s Manual
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see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and
warnings are serious - follow without exception.
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Important Safety Information
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
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol
Thoroughly read and understand
the instructions given in this
manual before operation. Refer to
the “Safety Label” section, read all
instructions noted on them.
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control, and accident prevention are
dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and
proper training of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance, and storage of equipment.
Do not allow anyone to operate
this equipment who has not fully
read and comprehended this
manual and who has not been
properly trained in the safe
operation of the equipment.
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Be Aware of
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WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
Signal Words
▲ The operator must not use drugs
or alcohol as they can change the
alertness or coordination of that
person while operating equipment.
The operator should, if taking over-
the-counter drugs, seek medical
advice on whether he/she can
safely operate the equipment.
A Signal word designates a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The
signal words are:
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DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is limited to the most
extreme situations, typically for
machine components that, for
functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
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CAUTION
▲ Operator should be familiar with all
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
functions of the unit.
▲ Operate controls from the driver’s
seat only. Never operate controls
from the ground.
▲ Make sure all guards and shields
are in place and secured before
operating implement.
▲ Keep all bystanders away from
equipment and work area.
For Your Protection
▲ Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read
all instructions noted on them.
Tractor Shutdown & Storage
▲ If engaged, disengage PTO.
▲ Lower attached implement to
ground, put tractor in park or set
park brake, turn off engine, and
remove switch key to prevent
unauthorized starting.
▲ Do not leave tractor or implement
unattended with engine running.
▲ Dismounting from a moving tractor
can cause serious injury or death.
▲ Do not allow anyone to stand
between tractor and implement
while backing up to implement.
▲ Wait for all components to come to
a complete stop before leaving the
operator’s seat.
▲ Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power-driven parts.
▲ Watch out for fences, trees, rocks,
wires, etc., while operating and
transporting implement.
▲ Turning tractor too tight may cause
hitched machinery to ride up on
wheels. This could result in injury
or equipment damage.
▲ Detach and store implement in an
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement using
blocks and supports.
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Dealer QR Locator
The QR (Quick Reference) code on the
cover and to the left will take you to the
Parts Manual for this equipment.
The QR code on the left will
link you to available dealers
for Land Pride products.
Refer to Parts Manual QR
Locator on this page for
detailed instructions.
Download the appropriate App on your
smart phone, open the App, point your
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Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
▲ Maximum transport speed for an
Use Safety
Transport
attached implement is 20 mph. DO
NOT EXCEED. Never travel at a
speed which does not allow
adequate control of steering and
stopping. Some rough terrains
require a slower speed.
Lights and Devices
Machinery Safely
▲ Slow moving tractors,
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
self-propelled equipment, and
towed implements can create a
hazard when driven on public
roads. They are difficult to see,
especially at night.
▲ Use towing vehicle and trailer of
adequate size and capacity.
▲ Secure equipment towed on a
▲ As a guideline, use the following
maximum speed weight ratios for
an attached implement:
trailer with tie downs and chains.
▲ Sudden braking can cause a trailer
to swerve and upset. Reduce
speed if trailer is not equipped with
brakes.
▲ Avoid contact with any over head
utility lines or electrically charged
conductors.
▲ Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended
20 mph when weight of attached
implement is less than or equal to
the weight of machine towing the
implement.
10 mph when weight of attached
implement exceeds weight of
machine towing implement but
not more than double the weight.
whenever driving on public roads.
▲ Engage park brake when stopped
on an incline.
▲ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the weight
of the machine towing the load.
▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-)
before servicing or adjusting
electrical systems or before welding
on implement.
Use A Safety Chain
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before doing
work. Use proper tools and
equipment, refer to Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean dry area.
▲ Lower attached implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
▲ A safety chain will help control
drawn machinery should it
separate from the tractor drawbar.
▲ Do not grease or oil implement
▲ Use a chain with the strength
rating equal to or greater than the
gross weight of the towed
machinery.
▲ Attach the chain to the tractor
drawbar support or other specified
anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in the chain to
permit turning.
while it is in operation.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make certain
parts are in good condition &
installed properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil, or
debris.
▲ Allow implement to cool before
▲ Remove all tools and unused parts
working on it.
from implement before operation.
▲ Do not use safety chain for towing.
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Important Safety Information
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.
Wear
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
Protective Equipment
▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire
▲ Wear protective clothing and
equipment appropriate for the job.
Clothing should be snug fitting
without fringes and pull strings to
avoid entanglement with moving
parts.
▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause hearing impairment or
hearing loss. Wear suitable
hearing protection such as
earmuffs or earplugs.
▲ Operating equipment safely
requires the operator’s full
attention. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
▲ Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious
injury.
▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving
pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines or performing work
on the system.
▲ Make sure all hydraulic fluid
connections are tight and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in
good condition before applying
pressure to the system.
▲ Use a piece of paper or
cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to
check for suspected leaks.
extinguisher handy.
▲ Keep emergency numbers for
doctor, ambulance, hospital, and
fire department near phone.
▲ Wear protective gloves and safety
glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems.
▲ DO NOT DELAY. If an accident
occurs, see a doctor familiar with
this type of injury immediately. Any
fluid injected into the skin or eyes
must be treated within
a few hours or
911
gangrene may
result.
Tire Safety
Use Seat Belt and ROPS
Keep Riders Off
Machinery
▲ Tire changing can be dangerous
and should be preformed by
trained personnel using the
correct tools and equipment.
▲ When inflating tires, use a clip-on
chuck and extension hose long
enough to allow you to stand to
one side and NOT in front of or
over the tire assembly. Use a
safety cage if available.
▲ Operate only tractors equipped
with Roll-Over Protective
▲ Never carry riders or use
Structure (ROPS) and seat belt.
machinery as a person lift.
▲ Fasten seat belt snugly and
securely to help protect against
serious injury or death from falling
and tractor overturn.
▲ Wearing protective equipment
such as safety shoes, safety
glasses, hard hat, and ear plugs is
highly recommended.
▲ Riders obstruct operator’s view.
▲ Riders could be struck by foreign
objects or thrown from the
machine.
▲ Never allow children to operate
equipment.
▲ When removing and installing
wheels, use wheel handling
equipment adequate for the
weight involved.
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Important Safety Information
specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components
make sure the correct safety labels are included in the
request.
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.
4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.
To install new labels:
1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.
a. Clean surface area where label is to be placed.
2. Refer to this section for proper label placement. Replace
all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from your
nearest Land Pride dealer. To find your nearest dealer,
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as
b. Spray soapy water onto the cleaned area.
c. Peel backing from label and press label firmly onto the
surface.
d. Squeeze out air bubbles with edge of a credit card or
with a similar type of straight edge.
818-045C
Warning! Pinch Point Warning (1-Place)
Located on the back center axle
27583
818-130C
Caution! Use 540 rpm PTO only (RC Series Cutters)
818-240C
Caution! Use 1000 rpm PTO only (RCM Series Cutters)
37901
818-714C
Danger! Crushing Hazard
37901
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Important Safety Information
37901
ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
37586
818-552C
Danger! Rotating Driveline - Keep Away
1-Place (Top of splitter shield)
3-Places (Main driveline and 2-wing drivelines)
37901
818-142C
Danger! Rotating Driveline - Keep Away (3-Places)
Located on right wing, left wing, and center deck
gearbox shields
37586
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Important Safety Information
818-540C
Danger! Shield Missing - DO NOT Operate (3-Places)
Located on main and two wing drivelines
22296
37609
818-543C
Danger! Guard Missing - DO NOT Operate (3-Places)
Located on center deck and both wing decks
37586
818-276C
Warning! Rotating Blade Hazard (1-Place)
Located on left side of center deck
37901
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Important Safety Information
37901
818-840C
Danger! Rollover Hazard (1-Place)
Located on left side of center deck
818-561C
Danger! Raised Wing Hazard (2-Places)
37586
Located on the right and left wing decks
37586
818-830C
Safety Combo (2-Places)
Located on the right and left wing decks
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Important Safety Information
818-556C
Danger! Thrown Object Hazard (2-Places)
Located on the right and left wing decks
37588
37588
37901
37901
818-564C
Danger! Rotating Blade (2-Places)
Located on the right and left wing decks
838-094C
Warning! High Pressure
838-588C
Warning! Folding Cutter Speed Warning
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Important Safety Information
818-229C
1 3/4" x 2 3/4" Amber Reflector
Located on front side of left & right wing lock bars
37588
37572
37572
37588
838-614C
2" x 9" Red Reflector
Located on back side of left & right wing lock bars
838-614C
2" x 9" Red Reflector
Located on back side of left & right wing rear axles
838-615C
2" x 9" Amber Reflector
Located on front side of left wing only.
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Introduction
Introduction
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
Owner Assistance
The Online Warranty Registration should be completed
by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
This Rotary Cutter has been designed with care and built
by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper
assembly, maintenance, and safe operating practices will
help you get years of satisfactory use from this machine.
The parts on your Rotary Cutter have been specially
designed by Land Pride and should only be replaced with
genuine Land Pride parts. Contact a Land Pride dealer if
customer service or repair parts are required. Your Land
Pride dealer has trained personnel, repair parts, and
equipment needed to service the implement.
Application
The RC4015 and RCM4015 Series 2 Rotary Cutters are
designed and built by Land Pride to provide excellent
cutting performance on gently sloping or slightly
contoured right-of-ways, pastures, set-aside acres, or row
crop fields. The 15' cutting width and ability to cut weeds
and brush up to 3 1/2" in diameter make them an ideal
cutter for a variety of applications.
Serial Number
Model No. _____________Serial No. ______________
For quick reference and prompt service, record model
number and serial number in the spaces provided above
number and serial number when ordering parts and in all
correspondences with your Land Pride dealer. Refer to
Figure 1 for location of your serial number plate.
All listed models offer a pull-type, narrow A-frame hitch,
and Cat. 5 conventional or Cat. 6 constant velocity main
driveline for attachment to 50-200 HP tractor. The
RC4015 attaches to 540 RPM tractors and RCM4015
attaches to 1000 RPM tractors with 1 3/8" PTO shafts.
They are also offered with various optional hitch types,
axle configurations, tires, safety guards, and deck rings
making them an excellent choice for agricultural, state,
and municipal mowing applications.
information and performance enhancing options.
Using This Manual
• This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments,
troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manual
and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe
and efficient operation.
37902
Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
• The information contained within this manual was
current at the time of printing. Some parts may change
slightly to assure you of the best performance.
Further Assistance
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new
Rotary Cutter. If for any reason you do not understand
any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the
service received, the following actions are suggested:
• To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual, contact
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be
downloaded, free-of-charge, from our website at
1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service
manager making sure that person is aware of any
problems you may have and has had the opportunity
to assist you.
Terminology
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by
facing forward in the direction the machine will operate
while in use unless otherwise stated.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership, explain the
problem, and request assistance.
Definitions
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related
to the following topic. Land Pride’s intention is this
information must be read & noted before continuing.
3. For further assistance write to:
Land Pride Service Department
1525 East North Street
P.O. Box 5060
NOTE: A special point of information that the
operator should be aware of before continuing.
Salina, Ks. 67402-5060
E-mail address
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-up
Section 1: Assembly & Set-up
Tractor Requirements
Horsepower
If the tractor does not have the necessary number of
duplex outlets, there are control valve kits available to
for a complete description of this kit.
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WARNING
Before You Start
Do not use too small a tractor. Tractors that are too small can
be pushed around and/or flipped over by the weight of the
cutter. Tractors that are too large can damage the cutter.
Read and understand the Operator’s Manual for your
cutter. An understanding of how it works will aid in the
assembly and setup of your cutter.
Tractor horsepower should be within the range noted
below. Tractors outside the range must not be used.
It is best to go through the Pre-Assembly Checklist
before assembling the cutter. Speed up your assembly
task and make the job safer by having all needed parts
and equipment readily at hand.
Horsepower Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-200 HP
Drawbar Set-up
Refer to Figure 1-1:
Maintain proper distance, dimension A, between center
of drawbar hitch pin hole and end of tractor PTO shaft.
Torque Requirements
page 56 to determine correct torque values when
bottom of chart for exceptions to common torque values.
Hitch Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Draw Bar
540 RPM & 1 3/8", 1000 RPM Rear PTO Speed:
A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14"- 16"
B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8" - 10"
C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18" - 22"
Assembly Checklist
Check
Reference
Have a fork lift or loader with properly sized chains and safety
stands capable of lifting and supporting the equipment on hand.
IMPORTANT: PTO damage may occur if distances
“A” and “B” are not properly maintained.
Have a minimum of two people available during assembly.
Make sure all major components and loose
parts are shipped with the machine.
Operator’s
Manual
IMPORTANT: A PTO adaptor should not be used.
Using a PTO adaptor can damage the PTO.
Double check to make sure all parts, fasteners,
and pins are installed in the correct location.
Refer to the Parts Manual if unsure. By double
checking, you will lessen the chance of using a
bolt incorrectly that may be needed later.
Operator’s
Manual
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NOTE: All assembled hardware from the
factory has been installed in the correct
location. Remember location of a part or
fastener if removed during assembly. Keep
parts separated.
Parts Manual
331-970P
Make sure working parts move freely, bolts are
tight & cotter pins are spread.
Make sure all grease fittings are in place and
lubricated.
22273
PTO to Drawbar Distance
Figure 1-1
Make sure all safety labels are correctly
located and legible. Replace if damaged.
PTO Speed
Rear PTO Speed:
Make sure all red and amber reflectors are
correctly located and visible when machine is
in transport position.
Model RC4015. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540 RPM
Model RCM4015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1000 RPM
Make sure all pneumatic tires are properly
inflated and all wheel bolts and axle nuts are
tightened to the specified torque.
Hydraulic Outlets
The number of tractor hydraulic duplex outlets is
dependent upon how the Rotary Cutter is set-up.
• Two duplex outlets are required if the wings are folded
up and down simultaneously. (Factory standard)
• Three duplex outlets are required if the wings are
folded up and down independently.
• Float position is highly recommended for the wings.
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-up
Hitch Types
The cutter is factory supplied with the standard clevis
hitch. Other optional hitches are available. They include
Land Pride Performance hitch, bar-tite hitch, ball hitch,
and pintle hitch. See your nearest Land Pride dealer
should you want to change your hitch set-up.
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Standard Clevis Hitch
Refer to Figure 1-2:
Cutter rotation about the tractor drawbar is limited to slot
in the upper clevis plate, hole size in the lower clevis
plate, and drawbar hole size. Customer to supply hitch
pin and hitch pin keeper.
Standard Clevis Hitch
Figure 1-2
NOTE: The 5/8" bolt (#1) and spacer (#2) may be
removed for more flexibility of hitch. If bolt and
spacer are removed, an equal number of washers
should be added above the drawbar and below the
drawbar to remove gap between drawbar and clevis
hitch. Adding washers when bolt and spacer are
removed will reduce drawbar and hitch wear.
37590
LP Performance Hitch
Figure 1-3
Land Pride Performance Hitch (Optional)
Refer to Figure 1-3:
The LP Performance Hitch is a drawbar friendly,
self-leveling hitch that pivots up and down, and side-to-
side. It is held upright with customer supplied hitch pin to
allow single-person hook-up.
26599
Bar-Tite Hitch (Optional)
Refer to Figure 1-4:
The bar-tite hitch functions similar to LP Performance
hitch except it clamps directly to the drawbar. The bar-tite
hitch is sandwiched between hardened steel plates to
eliminate drawbar wear. It has a bushing in the tongue to
extend hitch life. Bushing and hitch swivel are greasable.
Bar-Tite Hitch
Figure 1-4
Ball Hitch (Optional)
Refer to Figure 1-5:
26600
Cutter rotation about the tractor drawbar is limited to
swivel movement over the 2 5/16" tractor mounted ball.
Ball Hitch
Figure 1-5
Pintle Hitch (Optional)
Refer to Figure 1-6:
Cutter rotation about the tractor drawbar is limited to
movement about the pintle connection. The pintle hitch is
ideal for a drawbar hammer strap.
27928
Pintle Hitch
Figure 1-6
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-up
Hitch Assembly
Refer to Figure 1-7:
NOTE: The center deck lift cylinder hose will need
to be attached to a tractor before the hitch on the
cutter can be rotated down for assembly.
1. Attach center deck lift cylinder hose to a tractor. See
Hydraulic Hook-up on page 17 for instructions.
2. Raise cutter up with tractor control lever and remove
shipping bracket from center deck cylinder rod.
3. After removal of shipping bracket, lower center deck
completely down until it is resting on its skid shoes.
4. Hitch (#1) is shipped hinged up and bolted in place.
Remove and discard 1/2" hex whiz nuts (#4) and
1/2" bolts (#3).
5. Rotate hitch down into pulling position as shown and
install left and right leveling rods (#1) to hitch
frame (#2) with 3/4" x 1 1/2" clevis pins (#6), 3/4" flat
washers (#5), and 1/8" x 1 1/4" cotter pins (#7).
6. Bend legs of cotter pins to keep pins from falling out.
7. Leveling rod adjustment will be made after cutter is
attached to the tractor.
Park Jack Assembly
Refer to Figure 1-7:
1. Attach park jack (#9) to jack mount and secure with
attached pin (#8).
37591
Hitch and Jack Assembly
Figure 1-7
2. If park jack is not vertical, adjust jack angle according
Tractor Shutdown Procedure
3. Adjust jack up or down until clevis hitch (#1) is at
drawbar height.
The following is proper shutdown procedures. Always
follows these procedures before dismounting tractor.
Spring Hose Loop Assembly
1. If engaged, disengage PTO.
Refer to Figure 1-7:
2. Lower attached implement to ground, put tractor in
park or set park brake, turn off engine, and remove
switch key to prevent unauthorized starting.
1. Attach spring hose loop (#10) to A-frame hitch (#2)
with 3/8"-16 x 1" GR5 bolt (#11), flat washer (#12),
and hex flange lock nut (#13).
3. Wait for all components to come to a complete stop
before leaving the operator’s seat.
2. Rotate spring hose loop (#10) to face forward as
shown and tighten hex flange lock nut (#13) to the
correct torque.
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-up
Standard Clevis Hitch Hook-up
!
DANGER
A Crushing Hazard exists when hooking-up equipment to a
tractor. Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor and
implement while backing-up to implement. Do not operate
hydraulic 3-Point lift controls while someone is directly
behind the tractor or near the implement.
Refer to Refer to Figure 1-11:
IMPORTANT: Ball detent pin (#8) must be fully
inserted in park jack (#3) before working on or
around a cutter not hooked to a tractor drawbar.
1. Make certain park jack (#3) is properly attached
to the cutter hitch and secured with detent pin (#8). If
park jack is not vertical, refer to “Park Jack Angle
2. Store center 3-point link in its storage hook.
3. Start tractor, raise 3-point arms fully up, and carefully
back tractor within close proximity of clevis (#9).
27973
Tractor Hookup to Standard Clevis Hitch
Figure 1-11
4. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
5. Verify tractor drawbar is adjusted correctly. Refer to
IMPORTANT: Protect park jack by storing it on the
left wing deck before moving the cutter. Make sure
jack is stored with its base level or lower than the
head to prevent water and freeze damage.
6. Raise or lower park jack (#3) to align clevis (#9) with
tractor drawbar. Drawbar should fit between lower
and upper plates of clevis.
11. Remove park jack (#3) from hitch and attach it to the
left-hand wing storage base with detent pin (#8).
Make sure base is level with or lower than the head
especially after the wings are folded up. See cover
picture for correct positioning.
7. Restart tractor and continue to back tractor up to
cutter hitch until hole in tractor drawbar and holes in
hitch clevis (#9) are aligned.
8. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting.
12. Attach hitch safety chain (#4) to tractor. Adjust chain
length to remove all slack except what is necessary
to permit turning. Lock chain hook securely to the
safety chain.
The 5/8" bolt (#10) and spacer (#11) may be
removed for more flexibility of hitch. If they are
removed, an equal number of flat washers (#12)
should be added above drawbar and below drawbar
to remove gap between drawbar and clevis hitch.
Adding washers with bolt and spacer removed will
reduce drawbar and hitch ware.
(Flat washers are customer supplied.)
NOTE: Hitch pin (#1) and hairpin cotter (#2) are
supplied by customer.
9. Customer to supply hitch pin and hairpin cotter.
Insert hitch pin (#1) through top hole in clevis (#9),
tractor drawbar, and out through bottom hole in
clevis. Secure hitch pin with hairpin cotter (#2).
10. Lower park jack (#3) until hitch weight is supported
by drawbar.
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LP Performance Hitch Hook-up
!
DANGER
A Crushing Hazard exists when hooking-up equipment to a
tractor. Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor and
implement while backing-up to implement. Do not operate
hydraulic 3-Point lift controls while someone is directly
behind the tractor or near the implement.
Refer to Figure 1-12:
IMPORTANT: Jack detent pin (#8) must be fully
inserted and secured before working on or around a
cutter that is not hooked to the tractor drawbar.
NOTE: Hitch pin (#1) and hairpin cotter (#2) are
customer-supplied.
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1. Make certain park jack (#3) is properly attached to
cutter hitch and secured with detent pin (#8). If park
jack is not vertical, refer to “Park Jack Angle
Tractor Hookup to LP Performance Hitch
Figure 1-12
14. Attach hitch safety chain (#4) to the tractor. Adjust
chain length to remove all slack except what is
necessary to permit turning. Lock chain hook
securely to the safety chain.
2. If clevis (#9) is not already supported horizontal,
rotate clevis horizontal and insert customer-supplied
hitch pin (#1) through horizontal holes in clevis (#9)
as shown in detail A. Secure with hairpin cotter (#2).
3. Store center 3-point link in its storage hook.
4. Start tractor, raise 3-point arms fully up, and carefully
back tractor within close proximity of clevis (#9).
5. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
6. Verify tractor drawbar is adjusted correctly. Refer to
7. Raise or lower park jack (#3) to align clevis (#9) with
tractor drawbar. Drawbar should fit between lower
and upper plates of clevis.
8. Restart tractor and continue to back tractor up to
cutter hitch until hole in tractor drawbar and holes in
hitch clevis (#9) are aligned.
9. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting.
10. Remove hairpin cotter (#2) and hitch pin (#1) from
clevis (#9).
11. Attach cutter to tractor drawbar with hitch pin (#1) and
hairpin cotter (#2) as shown in detail B.
12. Lower park jack (#3) until hitch weight is supported
by tractor drawbar.
IMPORTANT: Protect park jack by storing it on the
left wing deck before moving the cutter. Make sure
jack is stored with its base level or lower than the
head to prevent water and freeze damage.
13. Remove park jack (#3) from hitch and attach it to the
left-hand wing storage base with detent pin (#8).
Make sure base is level with or lower than the head
especially after the wings are folded up. See cover
picture for correct positioning.
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Tractor Hookup to Bar-Tite Hitch
Figure 1-14
1. Make certain park jack (#3) is properly attached to
cutter and secured with detent pin (#8). If park jack is
not vertical, refer to “Park Jack Angle Alignment”
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2. Store center 3-point link in its storage hook.
Bar-Tite Hitch Assembly to Tractor Tongue
Figure 1-13
3. Start tractor, raise 3-point arms fully up, and carefully
back tractor within close proximity of clevis (#9).
4. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
Bar-Tite Hitch Hook-up
Attach Bar-Tite Hitch to Tractor Drawbar
Refer to Figure 1-13:
5. Verify tractor drawbar is adjusted correctly. Refer to
1. Insert 1" x 5 1/2" hex bolt (#1) through hitch top
plate (#2), hitch bushing (#3), hitch wear plate (#4),
tractor drawbar (#5), and washer (#6) as shown.
Secure with 1" locknut (#7). Tighten 1" locknut snugly
to remove all play and then back nut
6. Raise or lower park jack (#3) to align hitch (#10) with
bolt hole in swivel clevis (#9).
7. Restart tractor and back tractor up to swivel
clevis (#9) until hole in hitch bushing (#10) aligns with
holes in swivel clevis (#9).
one-quarter turn. Do Not torque 1" locknut.
8. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting.
2. Insert two 3/4" x 6" GR5 hex bolts (#8) through,
3/4" flat washers (#9), hitch top plate (#2), hitch wear
plate (#4), and formed hitch support (#10) as shown.
Secure with 3/4" locknuts (#11).
9. Insert 1" x 6 1/2" GR5 hex bolt (#1) through swivel
clevis (#9) and hitch bushing (#10). Secure hex bolt
with locknut (#2). Tighten locknut snugly to remove
all play. Do Not torque 1" locknut.
3. Tighten 3/4" locknuts to correct torque.
10. Lower park jack (#3) until hitch weight is supported
by the drawbar.
4. Remove 1" x 6 1/2" GR5 hex bolt (#12) and 1" lock
nut (#13) from hitch bushing (#3). Keep bolt and
locknut for reuse.
IMPORTANT: Protect park jack by storing it on the
left wing deck before moving the cutter. Make sure
jack is stored with its base level or lower than the
head to prevent water and freeze damage.
Attach Bar-Tite Hitch to Rotary Cutter
Refer to Figure 1-14:
11. Remove park jack (#3) from hitch frame and attach it
to the left-hand wing storage base with detent
pin (#8). Make sure base is level with or lower than
the head especially after the wings are folded up.
See cover picture for correct positioning.
!
DANGER
A Crushing Hazard exists when hooking-up equipment to a
tractor. Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor and
implement while backing-up to implement. Do not operate
hydraulic 3-Point lift controls while someone is directly
behind the tractor or near the implement.
12. Attach hitch safety chain (#4) to tractor. Adjust chain
length to remove all slack except what is necessary
to permit turning. Securely lock chain hook to the
safety chain.
IMPORTANT: Ball detent pin (#8) must be fully
inserted in park jack (#3) before working on or
around a cutter not hooked to a tractor drawbar.
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2. Secure hydraulic hoses together with zip ties (#12)
Hydraulic Hook-up
as needed to keep them from pinch areas caused by
raising and lowering the deck, folding the wing up
and down, and while making turns with the tractor.
The required number of duplex outlets at the tractor is
dependent upon how the cutter is set-up. The standard
cutter is equipped with three hydraulic cylinders with one
in the center for lifting the cutter and one on each wing for
folding the wings simultaneously. All three cylinders are
set-up for single action (one-way) operation.
Each duplex outlet on your tractor can perform only one
operation. One outlet is needed for lifting the cutter and
one for lifting the wings simultaneously. A third outlet is
required if wings are lifted independently. This will also
require replumbing wing cylinders. Float position is highly
recommended for wing outlet(s).
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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. For additional information, see “Selector
!
DANGER
Hydraulic fluid under high pressure can penetrate skin. Wear
protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems. Use a piece of cardboard or wood
rather than hands when searching for hydraulic leaks. If
hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin or eyes, it must be
treated by a doctor familiar with this type of injury within a
few hours or gangrene may result. DO NOT DELAY.
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Wing Axle - Turnbuckle Assembly
Figure 1-16
Right & Left Wing Set-up
Refer to Figure 1-16:
!
WARNING
Connect turnbuckles (#5) to wing axles (#1) before lowering
wings. Otherwise, personal injury and/or damage to the
turnbuckle can occur.
NOTE: Wing axle locknuts (#2) are tightened for
shipping purposes. They must be loosened slightly
to allow the axle to pivot. Do not torque them tight.
1. Park tractor and cutter on a level surface.
2. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
3. Cut metal band between the two wing axles.
4. On the right wing axle, loosen lock nuts (#2) slightly
to allow rotation of the axle.
5. Remove locknut (#3) and 1 1/4" hex head bolt (#4).
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6. Loosen jam nut (#6) on turnbuckle (#5) and adjust
until center of ball swivels are approximately 10 1/2"
apart. Do not retighten jam nut. Final adjustment will
be made later when leveling wing decks.
Hydraulic Hook-up (LP Performance Hitch Shown)
Figure 1-15
Refer to Figure 1-15:
7. Rotate right axle (#1) until turnbuckle (#5) can be
attached to the axle with existing bolt (#4) and lock
nut (#3). Tighten locknut (#3) to the correct torque.
1. Route hydraulic hoses (#7) through hose support
loop (#10) and attach couplers to the tractor remote
outlets. If tractor has a float option on one of the
outlets, connect wing lift hose to that outlet and set
tractor control lever for that outlet in float position
before cutting.
8. Tighten locknuts (#2) until snug. Do not over tighten.
Wing axle must be able to pivot in the field.
9. Repeat steps 4 thru 6 for the left wing axle.
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1
3
2
3
1
4
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Transport Bar, Locked Position
Figure 1-17
4
Lower Wings
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Transport Bar, Storage Position
Figure 1-18
!
DANGER
Keep everyone out of the area where the wing decks will
unfold into. A wing that falls suddenly on a person will cause
serious bodily injury or death.
Driveline Installation
Refer to Figure 1-17:
1. Park tractor and cutter on a level surface.
!
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 become entangled in the
driveline resulting in serious injury or death.
2. Raise both wings up to release any tension on
transport lock bars (#3).
3. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
!
WARNING
4. Remove hairpin clip (#1) from both the left and right
cylinder pins (#4).
Always disengage PTO, place tractor in park or set park
brake, shut tractor engine off, remove switch key, and wait for
blades to stop before dismounting from tractor.
Refer to Figure 1-18:
5. Rotate end of transport lock bars (#3) to storage
pins (#2) on both left and right wings.
!
6. Secure with hairpin clips (#1).
WARNING
Do not operate cutter above its rated PTO speed or machine
breakage may result.
7. Restart tractor and lower both left and right wings
with tractor hydraulic control lever until both wings
are on the ground.
!
WARNING
Make certain all driveline yokes are securely fastened at both
ends. A loose yoke can work free allowing the driveline to
rotate uncontrollably causing machine damage and bodily
injury or death to anyone nearby.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to operate a 540 rpm
driveline at 1,000 rpm or a 1,000 rpm driveline at 540
rpm. Many tractors provide both 540 and 1,000 rpm
PTO modes. Check your tractor’s manual to
determine its capabilities.
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IMPORTANT: The driveline must be lubricated
before putting it into service. Refer to “Lubrication
NOTE: Wings must be lowered before removing the
driveline from its shipping location. See “Lower
Refer to Figure 1-19:
The main driveline can be constant velocity type or
conventional type. Pull-collar and bolted couplers are
used to secure the driveline to the tractor and implement
gearbox, respectively.
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1. Remove hex whiz nuts (#4A), carriage bolts (#3), and
shipping bracket (#2). Discard shipping bracket.
Remove Main Driveline from Cutter
Figure 1-19
2. Slide driveline (#5) off end of shipping bracket (#1).
Set driveline aside for attaching to splitter box later.
8. Remove locknuts (#1) and bolts (#2) from bolted
coupler end of driveline (#9).
3. Reinsert carriage bolts (#3) and secure with hex whiz
nuts (#4A). Tighten whiz nuts to the correct torque.
9. Insert bolted coupler end of driveline (#9) through
gearbox shield (#10) and attach to gearbox input
shaft (#8) with removed bolts (#2) and locknuts (#1).
Tighten locknuts to the correct torque.
4. Remove hex whiz nuts (#4B), carriage bolts (#3), and
shipping bracket (#1). Discard shipping bracket.
5. Reinsert carriage bolts (#3) and secure with hex whiz
nuts (#4B). Tighten whiz nuts to the correct torque.
10. Return gearbox shield (#10) to mounting plate (#4)
and secure with latches (#5).
Refer to Figure 1-20:
6. Unsnap latches (#5) on both sides of gearbox
shield (#10) and remove gearbox shield.
11. Check safety chain (#3). Make sure it is latched to
mounting plate (#4) and gearbox shield (#10).
12. Rotate driveline hanger (#11) up and support
driveline (#9) on hanger. Final adjustments to hanger
will be made after tractor hook-up.
7. Remove and discard rubber shaft protector (#7) from
splitter gearbox shaft (#8).
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Driveline Hook-up to Gearbox Input Shaft
Figure 1-20
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Driveline Hook-up to Tractor PTO
Refer to Figure 1-21:
1. If needed, collapse driveline (#5) by pushing tractor
end of driveline against splitter gearbox.
2. Pull back on yoke locking collar (#6) and slide yoke
over tractor PTO shaft.
3. Release locking collar (#6) and continue to push
outer yoke onto tractor PTO shaft until locking collar
snaps in place.
4. Both yoke ends of driveline (#5) should be moved
back and forth to ensure they are secured. Reattach
yoke end if it is loose.
IMPORTANT: Always rotate driveline hanger down
after hook-up to prevent driveline damage.
5. Rotate driveline hanger (#1) down.
6. If park jack (#3) is attached to the hitch, it should be
removed and stored on the left-hand wing. For
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Adjust Driveline Hanger
Adjust Driveline Hanger
Figure 1-21
Refer to Figure 1-22:
1. Move tractor control lever to extend hydraulic lift
cylinder (#1) until pressure against stroke control
spacers (#2) is removed.
2. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
3. Remove all stroke control spacers (#2) from center
hydraulic lift cylinder (#1) by spreading them apart at
the break line.
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 (#2) as needed to
support wheels at this position.
Refer to Figure 1-21:
7. With driveline attached to tractor, rotate driveline
hanger (#1) up as shown.
8. Loosen nuts securing carriage bolts (#3) and adjust
driveline hanger (#1) to be close to under side of
driveline (#5).
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9. If driveline hanger (#1) is adjusted fully up and needs
to adjust higher, remove carriage bolts (#3) and
reattach hanger to the upper two square holes (#2)
with existing flat washers, lock washers, hex nuts,
and carriage bolts (#3). Continue to adjust hanger to
underside of driveline.
Hydraulic Lift Cylinder With Stroke Control Spacers
Figure 1-22
11. Tighten 3/8"-16 GR5 bolts (#3) to the correct torque.
IMPORTANT: Always rotate driveline hanger down
before moving cutter to prevent damage to driveline.
10. Draw nuts securing carriage bolts (#3) up snug and
rotate driveline hanger (#1) down. If hanger makes
contact with driveline (#5), readjust hanger down
until it misses the driveline.
12. Rotate driveline hanger (#1) down.
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Purge Wing cylinders & Deck Lift Cylinder
Figure 1-23
Refer to Figure 1-23:
Wing Fold Cylinder
1. Lower center deck until it is supported by stroke
Driveline Clearance Check
Check driveline for adequate clearance under all ranges
of cutter height.
control spacers (#6) on hydraulic cylinder (#4).
1. With driveline shaft attached to the tractor and all
from hydraulic cylinder (#1), slowly raise and lower
cutter to its upper and lower limits while observing
clearances between hitch and driveline. Adjust
tractor drawbar height and/or length if driveline
interferes. See Figure 1-1 on page 11 for correct
drawbar dimensions.
2. Lower wing decks until they are resting on the
ground.
Shut tractor down properly and move wing control
levers back and forth to relieve all hydraulic pressure.
4. Slightly loosen hydraulic hose fitting (#2) at right-
hand wing cylinder (#1) to allow air to escape.
2. It may be necessary to purge lift cylinder, wing
cylinder, and hydraulic hoses of trapped air if
operation is sluggish. Cycle cylinders back and forth
several times to purge air from them. For additional
5. Restart tractor and slowly activate tractor control
lever to retract wing cylinder (#1), and to purge
trapped air from the hydraulic system.
the right-hand wing cylinder.
Purge Hydraulic System
7. Tighten hose fitting at the right-hand wing cylinder.
8. Repeat steps 4 thru 7 above to purge the left-hand
wing cylinder (#3).
!
DANGER
Never remove or install a folding wing cylinder with cylinder
rod retracted and wing folded up. The wing is unstable without
its folding cylinder and can suddenly fall. Also, air trapped in
a new or repaired cylinder will drop the wing suddenly when
lowering the wing. Either situation can render the cutter
inoperable and cause serious bodily injury or death.
Deck Lift Cylinder
Refer to Figure 1-23:
1. Lower center deck until it is supported by stroke
control spacers (#6) on hydraulic cylinder (#5).
Shut tractor down properly and move deck lift control
lever back and forth to relieve all hydraulic pressure.
!
WARNING
3. Slightly loosen hydraulic hose fitting (#5) at deck lift
cylinder (#4) to allow air to escape.
Be sure center and wing decks are lowered to the ground and
all hydraulic pressure is relieved before disconnecting any
hydraulic lines or fittings between the Rotary Cutter and
tractor hydraulic system.
4. Restart tractor and slowly activate tractor control lift
lever to extend lift cylinder (#4) and to purge trapped
air from the hydraulic system.
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).
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Unhook Rotary Cutter
the cutter for long periods and at end of season.
2. Disengage PTO, park cutter on a level, hard surface.
Place tractor gear selector in park or set park brake.
Refer to Figure 1-24 on page 23:
3. Wait for blades to come to a complete stop and then
fold wings up to transport position.
4. Shut tractor engine off and remove switch key before
dismounting from tractor.
5. Remove hairpin clips (#1) from storage pins (#2).
Refer to Figure 1-25 on page 23:
6. Swing transport lock bars (#3) down and place over
lock pins (#4). Secure with hairpin clips (#1).
Refer to Figure 1-26 on page 23:
7. Remove all stroke control spacers (#2) from center
hydraulic cylinder (#1) by spreading them apart at
the break line.
8. Start tractor and lower cutter until front skids are
resting on the ground or on support blocks.
9. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
10. Replace stroke control spacers as needed to support
wheels at this position.
11. With no one around or near the cutter, move cylinder
deck and wing cylinder lift levers back and forth to
release all hydraulic pressure at the couplers.
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Remove Shipping Lugs
Figure 1-22
Refer to Figure 1-27 on page 23:
12. Remove park jack (#3) from left-hand wing deck and
attach to jack mount (#12) as shown. Fully insert
detent pin (#8) in jack mount to secure park jack.
Remove Shipping Lugs
Refer to Figure 1-22:
13. If needed, realign park jack to be vertical. Refer to
Tie down lugs are installed on all four corners of the
center deck for shipping purposes only. They should be
removed and discarded before cutter is put into use.
14. Unhook hitch safety chain (#4) from tractor.
15. Unhook hydraulic hoses (#7) from tractor duplex
outlet. Insert couplers through spring hose loop (#10)
to keep couplers out of the dirt.
1. Remove and discard all four shipping lugs (#1) and
attaching hardware (#2 & #3).
16. Pull back on locking collar (#6) and pull driveline (#5)
from tractor PTO shaft.
17. Collapse driveline (#5) by pushing tractor end of
driveline toward the splitter gearbox.
18. Rotate driveline hanger (#11) up to position shown
and store driveline on hanger.
19. Adjust park jack (#3) as needed and remove
connecting pin/bolt (#1) from cutter hitch (#9).
20. Restart tractor and drive tractor slowly forward
several feet.
21. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting.
22. Lower park jack until cutter is resting on its front skid
shoes.
23. Continue with instructions on page 23.
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3
2
4
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Unhook Rotary Cutter
Figure 1-27
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Transport Bar, Storage Position
Figure 1-24
24. Replace connecting pin/bolt (#1) as follows:
a. See Figure 1-11 on page 14:
If unhooking standard clevis, replace connecting
pin (#1) in clevis (#9).
b. See Detail A in Figure 1-12 on page 15:
If unhooking LP Performance Hitch, insert hitch
pin (#1) in horizontal hitch holes to support clevis
level. Secure with hairpin cotter (#2)
c. See Figure 1-14 on page 16:
3
If unhooking bar-tite hitch, remove hitch (#10)
from tractor tongue and reattach it to the cutter
hitch (#9) with removed bolt (#1) and locknut (#2)
Screw locknut on 4 or 5 full turns. Do not torque
nut tight.
1
4
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Transport Bar, Locked Position
Figure 1-25
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Hydraulic Lift Cylinder With Stroke Control Spacers
Figure 1-26
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Section 2: Adjustments
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Leveling Center Deck & Wings
These adjustments should be made with your cutter
hooked to the tractor operating the unit or to a tractor
having the same drawbar height.
Center Deck Leveling
Refer to Figure 2-2 & Figure 2-3 on page 25:
1. With cutter attached to a tractor, disengage PTO, and
park on a level, hard surface. Place tractor gear
selector in park or set park brake.
2. Wait for blades to come to a complete stop and then
fold wings up to transport position.
3. Shut tractor engine off and remove switch key before
dismounting from tractor.
Park Jack Angle Alignment
4. Set transport locks to keep wing decks from falling.
Figure 2-1
Park Jack Angle Alignment
Refer to Figure 2-1:
The jack mount angle should be adjusted to position the
park jack vertical while supporting the cutter hitch. This
angle will vary depending on the number and size of
stroke control spacers placed on the lift cylinder rod.
NOTE: If cutter is not hitched securely to a tractor,
support blocks should be placed under the front
skid shoes to support cutter while aligning the park
jack vertically.
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NOTE: Refer to decal (#6) and instructions below
for jack alignment and torque value instructions.
Front Skid Position (Chain Guards Removed for Clarity)
Figure 2-2
1. With cutter hitched to a tractor, lower cutter to storage
height.
5. Using hydraulic lift, adjust center deck height so that
the front skids (#2) are 2 to 3 inches above ground.
2. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
NOTE: Loosening coupler nuts (#4) will lengthen
leveling rods and lower front of cutter. Tightening
coupler nuts (#4) will shorten leveling rods and raise
front of cutter.
page 13. Check jack angle. If jack is not vertical,
proceed with step 3 below.
4. Remove hex nut (#3), lock washer (#5) and carriage
bolt (#2).
6. On both sides of the center deck are continuous
hinges (#1). Measure distance from bottom of hinges
to ground at the front and back. They should be equal
distance off the ground at the back and 1" closer to
the ground at the front than they are at the back.
5. Loosen 1" hex nut (#4). Do not remove.
6. Rotate jack mount (#1) to align jack as near vertical
as possible.
If continuous hinges are too high at the front:
a. Loosen jam nuts (#3).
7. Replace 1/2"-13 x 1 1/2" GR5 carriage bolt (#2) and
secure with lock washer (#5) and hex nut (#3).
Tighten hex nut to the correct torque.
b. Loosen adjusting nuts (#4) an equal amount to
lengthen both leveling rods until hinges (#1) are
inclined from front to back by 1" with the front
being closer to the ground than the back.
8. Tighten 1" hex nut (#4) to 645 ft-lbs.
instructions.
If continuous hinges are too low at the front:
a. Loosen jam nuts (#3) several turns.
10. If cutter is to be moved, remove park jack (#7) from
hitch frame and attach it to the left-hand wing storage
base. Make sure base of park jack is level with or
lower than the head, especially after the wings are
folded up. See cover picture for correct positioning.
b. Tighten adjusting nuts (#4) an equal amount to
shorten both leveling rods until hinges (#1) are
inclined from front to back by 1" with the front
being closer to the ground than the back.
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Stroke Control
Spacers
1
4
3
4
3
Right-hand Leveling Rod
Left-hand Leveling Rod
Center Deck Leveling
Figure 2-3
7. Be sure both sides are equal distance from ground to
continuous hinges and that left and right leveling rods
have equal tension. Re-tighten jam nut (#3).
Clockwise Rotation Shown
Wing Deck Leveling
Refer to Figure 2-4:
Each wing section will need adjusting if wing top is not
level with center deck top when wings are unfolded.
1. With tractor hydraulics, lower wings down. Refer to
lower wings.
2
2. Pull cutter straight forward six to ten feet to allow
outer wing wheels to properly align themselves.
1
3. Check wing tops to see if they are level with the top of
the center deck. If the outer edge of either wing top is
higher or lower than the center deck, then that wing
should be leveled as follows:
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a. If outer wing edge is higher than the center
deck, loosen jam nut (#1) & rotate turnbuckle (#2)
clockwise to lower outer wing edge until wing is
level. Tighten jam nut (#1) to the correct torque
when level.
Leveling Wing Decks
Figure 2-4
b. 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.
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NOTE: Removing spacers lowers cutting height and
adding spacers raises cutting height.
9. Return to tractor and raise Rotary Cutter up again.
10. Without lowering the cutter, shut tractor down
properly before dismounting. Refer to “Tractor
11. Install selected stroke control spacers on the center
cylinder rod.
12. Return to the tractor and lower cutter against stroke
control spacers.
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needed, adjust size and quantity of stroke control
spacers until desired cutting height is achieved.
Cutting Height Adjustment
Figure 2-5
14. Keep remaining spacers with tractor for field
adjustments.
Cutting Height Adjustment
NOTE: Make all cutting height adjustments in the
field using height of cut grass/material as a guide.
Do not measure blade height above ground as the
non-operating blade height will be different than the
operating blade height.
LP Performance Hitch Hole Size
Refer to Figure 2-6:
The LP Performance hitch is designed to receive
1" diameter hitch pins. To convert the hitch to receive
1 1/4" diameter hitch pins, knock out upper and lower
bushings (#1) in clevis (#2).
Refer to Figure 2-5:
1. At the cutting site, unfold wings and raise center deck
fully up with lift cylinder.
2. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
3. Remove all stroke control spacers (#2) from center
hydraulic cylinder (#1) by spreading them apart at
the break line. Store spacers in a location they can be
retrieved.
5. Using tractor control lever, adjust cutter to the desired
cutting height and then travel forward for
approximately 20 to 50 feet.
6. Stop tractor, disengage PTO, place tractor gear
selector in park or set park brake, shut off tractor,
remove key, and wait for blades to come to a
complete stop before dismounting from tractor.
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LP Performance Hitch Hoe Size
Figure 2-6
7. Measure height of cut grass/material. This distance
is the cutting height. If this height is acceptable,
continue with step 8. If this height is unacceptable,
achieved.
8. Select required size and number of stroke control
spacers (#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
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Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and
maintenance of the Rotary Cutter. Therefore, it is
absolutely essential that no one operates cutter without
first having read, fully understood, and become totally
familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make sure the
operator has paid particular attention to:
DANGER
Do not raise wings up past 45 degrees with PTO engaged and
drivelines rotating. Objects can be thrown by rotating blades.
Always keep people away from a cutter that is operating.
!
DANGER
Do not operate cutter with a bent or broken driveline. Such a
driveline can break apart while rotating at high speeds
causing serious injury or death. Always remove Rotary Cutter
from service until damaged driveline is repaired or replaced.
!
DANGER
Keep others away from the cutter while it is operating. Rotary
Cutters have the ability to discharge objects at high speeds
causing serious injury or death. The use of front & rear safety
guards is strongly recommended and should always be used
when cutting along highways and in areas where bystanders
are present. Stop blade rotation if bystanders are nearby.
Also make sure the operator has completed the
Operating Checklist below before using the cutter.
Operating Checklist
✔
Check
Page
Make sure all guards, and shields are in place and in
good working condition. Refer to "Important Safety
!
DANGER
Do not operate cutter without both wings attached. Removing
one wing will expose blades and increase risk of rollover.
Removing both wings will expose blades on both sides.
Exposed blades can result in serious injury and/or death.
Follow hook-up and driveline installation instructions.
Refer to "Section 1: Assembly & Set-up".
Make all required adjustments.
Preform all required maintenance.
!
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 become entangled in the
driveline resulting in serious injury or death.
Lubricate cutter and driveline as needed.
Lubricate all gearboxes and replace oil plugs
properly. Refer to Gearbox Lubrication.
Check cutter initially and periodically for loose bolts
and pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart”.
!
DANGER
Never place hands or feet under the deck or attempt to make
adjustments to the cutter with PTO engaged. Cutter blades
rotating at high speeds cannot be seen and are located close
to the deck housing. Body extremities can be cut off instantly.
Safety Information
!
DANGER
Operate only tractors equipped with Roll-Over Protective
Structure (ROPS) and seat belt. Fasten seat belt snugly and
securely to help protect operator from being thrown, crushed,
or severely injured in a rollover or from falling off the tractor
and being ran over by the tractor and/or cutter.
!
DANGER
Do not operate on or travel across steep inclines where a
tractor or cutter could roll-over resulting in serious injury or
death. Consult your tractor’s manual for acceptable inclines
the tractor is capable of traveling across.
!
DANGER
Never allow riders including children on the tractor or cutter.
They can fall and be ran over, become entangled in rotating
components, and/or pinched by moving components causing
serious injury or death.
!
DANGER
Clear area to be cut of debris and other unforeseen removable
objects before cutting. Mark any potential hazards that cannot
be removed such as tree stumps, posts, large rocks, holes, and
drop-offs with a visible flag.
!
DANGER
Always disconnect main driveline from tractor PTO before
servicing underside of cutter. PTO can be engaged if tractor is
started causing cutter damage, bodily injury or death.
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IMPORTANT: Avoid catching hydraulic hoses on
brush, posts, stumps, and other protrusions that
could damage and/or break them.
!
DANGER
Tractor PTO shield and gearbox shaft shields must be secured
in place when operating cutter to avoid injury or death from
entanglement in driveline.
IMPORTANT: Maintain correct PTO speed. Loss of
PTO speed will allow blades to swing back and result
in ragged, uneven cutting. Excessive speed will
cause damage to the power train components.
!
DANGER
Do not use cutting blades as a fan. Cutting blades are not
properly designed or guarded for this use. Using cutter as a
fan can result in injury and/or death.
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 gearbox. Repair driveline
before putting cutter back into service.
!
WARNING
Always disengage PTO, place tractor in park or set park
brake, shut tractor engine off, remove switch key, and wait for
blades to stop before dismounting from tractor.
IMPORTANT: This Rotary Cutter is equipped with
free swinging cutting blades to reduce shock loads.
However, it is best to avoid striking obstacles for your
safety and to protect the cutter from damage.
!
IMPORTANT: Watch while making tight turns to
ensure that the rear tractor tires and lower 3-point
arms do not make contact with cutter hitch, driveline
or deck. Keep lower 3-point arms raised at all times
when hitched to a pull-type cutter.
WARNING
Wait for blades to come to a complete stop before accessing
blade bolts through blade bolt access hole.
!
WARNING
Avoid Extreme Turning Angles
Refer to Figure 3-1 & Figure 3-2:
Do not use cutter to tow other equipment. Doing so can
damage the cutter, cause serious bodily injury or death.
Plan your field cutting to minimize number of turns,
especially extreme turning angles. Avoid tractor-to-cutter
turning angles that exceeds driveline maximum turning
angle. If the turn cannot be avoided, disengage tractor
PTO and wait for the driveline to stop rotating before
making the turn.
!
WARNING
Do not operate cutter with loose pins, bolts, or nuts. Loose
hardware can result in a serious breakdown causing bodily
injury or death.
• Standard Conventional Driveline:
o
Maximum turning angle = 35 .
!
WARNING
Do not operate cutter with a hitch or hitch pin that is
excessively worn, has structural cracks, is bent, or is broken.
The hitch and/or hitch pin can break apart separating cutter
from tractor causing serious injury or death.
• Constant Velocity Driveline:
o
Maximum turning angle = 80 .
!
CAUTION
Do not exceed the rated cutting capacity. See Specifications &
Capacities for specified cutting capacity. Using this cutter for
any other type of work can damage drive components, cutter
blades and deck components.
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Conventional U-Joint Driveline
Figure 3-1
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CAUTION
Do not over speed PTO or machine damage may result. Many
tractors provide both 540 and 1,000 rpm PTO speeds. Check
your tractor’s manual to determine its capabilities.
• RC series cutters are designed for 540 rpm rear PTO.
• RCM series cutters are designed for 1000 rpm rear PTO.
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Constant Velocity (CV) Driveline
Figure 3-2
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Tractor & Cutter Inspection
Blade Operation Inspection
Make the following inspections with cutter attached to a
tractor and cutter parked on a level surface, PTO
disengaged, and cutter blades stopped.
!
DANGER
Tractor PTO shield and gearbox shaft shields must be secured
in place when operating cutter to avoid injury or death from
entanglement in driveline.
1. Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in
good working condition.
2. Inspect cutter safety equipment to make sure it is
installed and in good working condition.
!
WARNING
3. Check driveline to make certain it is securely
connected to the tractor PTO shaft and cutter
gearbox shaft. Also, make certain guards are in good
working condition and in place.
Always disengage PTO, place tractor in park or set park
brake, shut tractor engine off, remove switch key, and wait for
blades to stop before dismounting from tractor.
4. Check driveline hanger. Make sure it is rotated down
away from the driveline.
5. Remove 3-point lower arms or secure them in the
raised position so they do not interfere with driveline,
hoses, or hitch.
IMPORTANT: Stop PTO immediately if vibration
continues after a few revolutions during start-up and
anytime vibration occurs thereafter.
6. Check all hoses and wires to be sure that they will not
pinch or come in contact with the folding wings and
rotating drivelines.
IMPORTANT: Do not exceed cutter’s rated PTO
speed (540 or 1000 rpm). Excessive PTO speed will
cause damage to the power train components.
7. Start tractor and carefully raise and lower implement
to ensure tractor drawbar, tires, and other equipment
on the tractor do not contact cutter or PTO driveline.
1. Make sure cutter blades are not locked against each
8. Raise center deck fully up.
2. Remove support blocks or jack stands and set
transport locks for field operations. See “Transport
9. Shut tractor down properly without lowering
implement. Refer to “Tractor Shutdown Procedure”
3. Lower cutter decks down until blades are about 2" off
the ground.
10. Place sturdy support blocks or jack stands under the
four center deck corners.
4. Start tractor and set throttle speed just above idle.
Use tractor’s PTO soft start option if available. Slowly
engage PTO to get blades rotating. (Also see
11. Start tractor and lower center deck down onto the
supports.
12. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting.
5. Initial start-up vibration is normal and should stop
after a few revolutions. Stop PTO rotation
immediately if vibration continues.
13. With cutter resting on solid supports, PTO
disengaged, and blade rotation completely stopped:
• Check for and remove foreign objects wrapped
6. Once cutter is running smoothly, increase throttle to
full PTO speed. If cutter vibrates excessively for 3
seconds at full speed, immediately disengage PTO,
shut tractor down, and remove switch key.
around blade spindles.
• Check for nicked, bent, broken, and worn cutting
blades. Replace or sharpen blades as required.
7. Block center deck up before working under cutter.
14. Inspect hydraulic hoses for wear, damage, and
hydraulic leaks. Before checking for leaks, read
Replace damaged and worn hoses with genuine
Land Pride parts.
8. Check blades for a locked-up situation. Unlock
blades if locked-up.
9. Check for other probable causes such as broken or
bent blades, loose blades, loose gearbox mounting
bolts, and bent driveline.
15. Make repairs to cutter and tractor before continuing
10. Taking proper precautions, make necessary repairs
and adjustments.
vibration problems are corrected before putting cutter
back into service.
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Transport Locks
IMPORTANT: Always disengage tractor’s PTO &
wait for blades to come to a complete stop before
raising cutter wings to transport position. Wing
drivelines, wing gearboxes, and splitter gearbox can
be damaged if driveline is turning.
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NOTE: The wings are controlled with two hydraulic
lift cylinders. Be certain that the wing hydraulics are
attached to the tractor and the hydraulic hoses are
full of oil before proceeding.
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4
Cutter wings will need to be raised before transporting on a
roadway, through narrow gate openings and when
servicing the deck underside.
Transport Bar, Locked Position
Figure 3-4
1. Disengage tractor PTO and wait for cutter blades to
come to a complete stop before raising wings.
Transporting
2. Rotate cutter wings fully up with hydraulics.
3. Place tractor gear selector in park, shut tractor
engine off or set park brake, remove switch key, and
dismount from tractor.
!
WARNING
Always raise wings and set transport locks before
transporting from one work site to another and before
traveling on public roadways. The wings can fall if not
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secured with transport locks causing a serious injury or death.
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2
!
CAUTION
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. If cutter blocks
visibility of SMV sign, relocate SMV sign so it is visible from
the back at all times. Always comply with all federal, state,
and local laws.
!
WARNING
Do not exceed maximum transport speed of 20 MPH with
cutter attached. Travel below 20 MPH on rough terrain. The
cutter can lose a tire or tires can break apart causing the
operator to lose control of tractor and/or implement.
IMPORTANT: Make slow tight turns to the right and
left to determine if and at what angle the rear tractor
tires may come in contact with the deck and/or hitch.
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1. Select a safe ground speed when transporting from
one area to another. Maximum transport speed for
the Rotary Cutter is 20 mph. DO NOT EXCEED.
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Transport Bar, Storage Position
Figure 3-3
2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning
and leave enough clearance so the cutter does not
contact obstacles such as buildings, trees, or fences.
4. See Figure 3-3: Remove hairpin clip (#1) from
storage lug (#2).
3. Always raise wings and set transport locks before
traveling on public roadways.
to cylinder pin (#4). Secure with hairpin clip (#1).
4. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
now ready for transporting.
5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over rough
or hilly terrain.
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Section 3: Operating Instructions
Field Set-up
instructions.
!
WARNING
Set Wing Lift Lever In Float Position
The following operational procedures should be carried out
by the tractor operator. Other persons should not be in the
area. All cutter operations including field set-up should be
stopped when other persons are in the vicinity.
IMPORTANT: The wing folding lever should be in
float position to avoid damage to the wing hydraulic
cylinder and axle while cutting on uneven terrain.
IMPORTANT: Cutting should not be done in wet
conditions. Wet material will build up on the deck
underside creating need for additional horsepower,
high wear, and poor discharge.
Use float position of your tractor’s hydraulic system to
provide automatic floating of wings for varying terrain
conditions. This will ensure wing gauge wheels are in
continuous contact with the ground at all times.
Select Gear Range
IMPORTANT: Cutting blades may become locked
together (overlapped) when wings are raised for
transport. Operating cutter in this condition will result
in severe deck vibration. Inspect wings for locked
blades prior to power-on operation. Use a pry bar or
other tool to separate blades.
Optimum ground speed depends on density of material
being cut, horsepower rating of tractor, and (in some
cases) terrain. Always operate tractor at cutter’s
full-rated PTO speed in a gear range that allows the
cutter to make a smooth cut without lugging the tractor
down, usually between 2 to 5 mph. Loss of PTO speed
will allow blades to hinge back and result in ragged,
uneven cutting.
Inspect Field and Cutter Blades
1. Thoroughly inspect area to be cut for debris and
unforeseen objects. Remove all potential hazards
and mark any that cannot be removed.
Engage Blades
IMPORTANT: Cutter blades can lock-up against
each other during start-up and shut-down especially
if tractor’s PTO engagement is “INSTANT ON” and
“INSTANT OFF”. Follow Blade Engagement and
Blade Disengagement instructions to help eliminate
blade lock up.
Refer to Figure 3-5:
2. Inspect wing blade carriers and cutting blades for
locked blades prior to lowering the wings. Use a pry
bar or other tool to separate locked blades.
1. Select a gear range that will allow cutter to make a
smooth cut without lugging tractor down.
instructions.
Blade Carrier
Wing Deck
Cutting Blades
2. With wings lowered, increase throttle to a speed just
enough to get the cutter started without stalling
tractor while slowly engaging PTO. Use tractor’s PTO
soft start option if available.
3. Ensure all power shafts are rotating and cutter is not
vibrating excessively after ramping up to full PTO
speed for at least 3 seconds. If excessive vibration
continues after 3 seconds at full PTO speed,
disengage PTO immediately, shut down tractor, and
remove switch key. Wait for blades to come to a
complete stop before dismounting tractor.
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Wing Deck Blade Positioning
Figure 3-5
Lower Wing Down & Set Cutting Height
Refer to Figure 3-4 on page 30:
1. Raise both wings up to release any tension on
transport lock bar as shown.
4. Investigate cause if cutter was shut down due to
excessive vibration. See “Blade Operation
5. If cutter was not shut down, commence forward
cutting operation at full PTO operating speed. Make
a new gear selection if tractor is lugging down or if
cutter is making a rough cut.
2. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
3. Remove hairpin cotters (#1) from both left and right
wing cylinder pins (#4).
6. Periodically, disengage PTO, stop tractor, place gear
selector in park or set park brake, turn off tractor,
remove switch key and wait for blades to stop rotating
before dismounting tractor.
Refer to Figure 3-3 on page 30:
4. Rotate end of transport lock bar (#3) up to storage
lug (#2) as shown. Secure with hairpin cotters (#1).
5. Start tractor and lower both wings down.
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7. Dismount tractor and check for objects wrapped
around blade spindles. Block deck up before
removing objects.
buildings, or fences. Use optional light kit and appropriate
reflective devices to provide adequate warning to
pedestrians and other vehicle operators when traveling
on public roads and in the dark of night. Comply with all
local, state and federal laws.
8. Frequently inspect cutter for loose bolts and nuts.
Tighten all loose hardware as indicated in the
It is important that you inspect the area where you will be
cutting and clear it of safety hazards and foreign objects
either before or after you arrive at the cutting site. Never
assume the area is clear. Cut only in areas which you are
familiar with and are free of debris and unseen objects.
Extremely tall grass should be cut twice to detect
potential hazards. In the event you do strike an object,
stop the cutter and tractor immediately to inspect and
make necessary repairs to the cutter before resuming
operation. It really pays to inspect a new area and to
develop a safe plan before cutting.
Disengage Blades
1. Slowly decrease throttle speed until engine idle
speed is reached.
2. Disengage PTO.
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.
General Operating Instructions
You will need to maintain either 540 or 1000 rpm PTO
speed and 2 to 5 mph ground speed to produce a clean
cut. Make a tractor gear and range selection that will
enable you to maintain these speed combinations.
Generally the quality of cut is better at lower ground
speeds. Dense ground cover will create the need to slow
down even more. In certain conditions tractor tires will roll
grass down resulting in an uneven cut when the grass
fails to rebound. Should this happen you may try
reversing the direction of cut and/or double cut to achieve
the desired finish. Avoid very low cutting heights
especially on extremely uneven terrain. Always cut
downward on slopes and avoid crossing the face of steep
slopes. Avoid sharp drops and cross diagonally through
dips to prevent hanging up the tractor and cutter. Slow
down in turns and avoid sharp turns if at all possible.
Remember to look back often.
It is important that you familiarize yourself with the
Operator’s Manual, complete the Operator’s Checklist,
properly attach the cutter to your tractor, make leveling
adjustments, and preset your cutting height before
beginning a running operational safety check on your
Land Pride RC4015 or RCM4015 Series 2 Rotary Cutter.
It’s now time to do a running operational safety check. It
is important that at any time during this safety check you
detect a malfunction in either the cutter or tractor that you
immediately shut the tractor off, remove the key, and
make necessary repairs and/or adjustments before
continuing on.
Before starting the tractor, make sure the park brake is
engaged, PTO is disengaged, and cutter is resting on the
ground with both wings down. Start the tractor and set
engine throttle speed at a low idle. Raise cutter with
tractor’s rear hydraulic lift control lever to transport
position making sure that the PTO shaft does not bind
and does not contact the cutter frame. Lower cutter to the
ground and at a low engine speed engage PTO. If
everything is running smoothly at a low idle, slowly raise
the cutter to transport height checking for bind or chatter
in the driveline. Lower cutter to the ground and increase
tractor’s engine rpm until it reaches the cutter’s full PTO
operating speed which will be either 540 or 1000 rpm. If
everything is still running smoothly, once more raise the
cutter to transport height to check for driveline bind or
chatter. Lower cutter to the ground, return engine to a low
idle, and disengage the PTO. Make a tight turn to ensure
that the rear tractor tires are not coming in contact with
the hitch or deck. Also, be sure tractor 3-point arms are
raised and will not contact main driveline.
Now that you’re prepared and well briefed you may begin
cutting. Begin cutting by doing the following:
• Reduce tractor’s engine rpm.
• Make sure cutter wings are on the ground and in
cutting position.
• Engage PTO, raise engine rpm to the appropriate PTO
speed, and begin mowing.
Operators of models with a conventional main driveline
must plan ahead and choose a cutting pattern that allows
for wider turns. Try increasing or decreasing ground
speed to determine the effect on quality of cut. With a
little practice you will be pleased with what you and your
Land Pride 15' Smooth Top Cutter can do.
When you are done mowing, need to take a break, or just
need to make a few adjustments to the cutter, remember
to always do the following:
You should now be ready to transport to your cutting site
at a safe ground speed. On roadways, transport in such a
manner that faster moving vehicles can easily see you
and pass you safely. Reduce your speed when traveling
over rough and hilly terrain. Avoid quick or sharp steering
corrections. Take extra care to ensure that the mower
doesn’t come into contact with obstacles such as trees,
• Reduce tractor’s engine rpm and disengage PTO.
• Stop on level ground, place gear selector in park or set
park brake, turn off engine, remove switch key, and
stay on the tractor until cutter blades have come to a
complete stop.
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Section 4: Options & Accessories
Safety Guard
Tire & Axle Options
Land Pride offers three different tires and three axle
arrangements to best suit your application:
!
DANGER
Rotary Cutters have the ability to discharge objects at high
speeds; therefore, the use of front and rear safety guards is
strongly recommended when cutting. Specifically, double row
chain guards should be used along highways and in areas
where people may be present.
• Laminated tires: They are constructed of laminated
layers of solid rubber that will never go flat.
• New foam filled tires: They are built tough to withstand
the rugged use a cutter receives, provides a smoother
ride when transporting and won’t go flat.
• Used aircraft tires: They are built tough to withstand
the rugged use a cutter receives and to provide a
smoother ride when transporting.
!
DANGER
Safety shields will not stop all objects. Therefore, Land Pride
recommends using extreme caution when cutting in public
areas. Stop blade rotation if bystanders come within several
hundred feet.
• 4 - Wheel axle arrangement: Two tires on transport
axle and one on each wing axle.
• 6 - Wheel axle arrangement: Four tires on transport
Land Pride offers three types of safety guards to best suit
your application: rubber skirt guards, single row chain
guards, and double row chain guards.
axle and one on each wing axle.
• 8 - Wheel axle arrangement: Four tires on transport
axle and two on each wing axle.
• Rubber skirt guards are designed for light duty
Hitch Options
applications.
The cutter is factory supplied with the standard clevis
hitch. Other optional hitches are available. See “Hitch
hitches.
• Single row chain guards are constructed with a single
row of hanging chain links. They can withstand harsher
applications than rubber skirts.
• Double row chain guards are constructed with two
staggered rows of hanging chain links. The second row
provides an additional barrier for stopping thrown
objects.
330-498A
330-333A
330-335A
330-501A
334-045A
Standard Clevis Hitch
Bar-Tite Hitch (Optional)
Ball Hitch (Optional)
Pintle Hitch (Optional)
LP Performance Hitch (Optional)
Rubber Guards
330-482A
330-494A
Front Rubber Guards
Rear Rubber Guards
Single Chain Guards
330-481A
330-493A
Front Single Row Chain Guards
Rear Single Row Chain Guards
Double Chain Guards
330-483A
330-495A
Front Dual Chain Guards
Rear Dual Chain Guards
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Operating Instructions
Mechanical Wing Lift
330-295A
Mechanical Winch
!
Refer to Figure 4-1:
DANGER
Make sure no one is in the area where the deck will be raised.
The cable could come loose or break and drop the wing
suddenly causing serious bodily injury or death.
An optional manual wing lift kit is available for raising the
wing to transport position when the hydraulic system is
not working or when the towing vehicle is not equipped
with the proper hydraulic connections.
Pull hook (#5) with cable out. Attach cable to wing deck
by routing the cable around the cylinder pin between the
clevis brackets and clipping the hook back to the cable.
The cylinder rod end will need to be disconnected from
the wing if the rod will not retract.
!
DANGER
If a cylinder fitting was loosened to mechanically raise the
wing deck up, be sure to also lower the wing deck with the
mechanical winch. Do not use the cylinder to lower the deck.
It will have an excess amount of air and will drop the deck
suddently.and can cause serious bodily injury or death.
Installation Instructions
Attach mechanical winch mounting frame (#1) to the
center deck in the location shown with 5/8"-11 x 2" GR5
cap screws (#2), flat washers (#4), and hex flange lock
nuts (#3). Tighten nuts to the correct torque.
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 gearbox. Repair driveline
before putting cutter back into service.
Cylinder Pin
1. Pull cable hook with cable out past the gearbox.
2. Attach cable to wing deck by routing cable around the
wing gearbox base and clipping the hook back to the
cable or by hooking the cable to the wing deck side
panel. Make certain the cable is secured and will not
slip or come loose before raising the deck up.
3. Turn mechanical winch handle to raise deck. If
cylinder rod will not retract while raising the wing up,
loosen hydraulic fitting on the rod side of the cylinder
to allow intake of air while raising the wing.
4. Secure wing deck in the raised position with cylinder
on page 30.
5. Retighten hydraulic fitting if loosened.
6. Lower wing deck as follows:
If hydraulic fitting was not loosened:
a. Unhook cable and reel cable up.
b. Connect hydraulic hose to a tractor and lower
wing deck with tractor control lever.
Mechanical Winch
Figure 4-1
If hydraulic fitting was loosened:
a. Loosen hydraulic fitting at the cylinder to allow
intake air to escape while lowering the wing deck.
b. Remove transport lock and lower wing deck with
mechanical winch.
c. Retighten hydraulic fitting and connect all
hydraulic hoses to a tractor.
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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. It consist
of two adapter fittings, one hose, and one quick
disconnect coupling. If your tractor is equipped with only
two duplex outlets, an optional control kit is available
27602
Hydraulic Wing Control Kit
Figure 4-2
Selector Control Valve Kit
312-316A
SELECTOR CONTROL VALVE KIT
Refer to Figure 4-3:
This kit is for tractors needing only one additional duplex
outlet. It converts one of the tractor’s duplex outlets into
two duplex outlets with a control valve. A selector lever on
the control valve selects which wing cylinder is
operational with the tractor hydraulic control lever. It
attaches to the existing elbow fittings at the wing
cylinders and uses the existing quick disconnect
couplings supplied with the cutter to connect to one of the
tractor’s duplex outlets.
27599
Selector Control Valve Kit
Figure 4-3
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Detail A
Detail B
Detail C
Light Kit (Shown on RC3615 Deck)
Figure 4-4
7. Nuts (#7) must be on top. Secure unit to cylinder
Light Kit Option (LED)
with 3/8"-16 x 4" GR5 bolts (#6) and lock nuts (#7).
Draw lock nuts up snug, do not tighten at this time.
331-498A
Folding Cutter Light Kit 2.5"
Refer to Figure 4-4:
8. Slide light assembly (#3) and mounting clamp (#2) as
far as possible toward the rod end of hydraulic
cylinder (#13).
The lead wiring harness (#20) is equipped with a 7-way
round pin connector. Make sure your tractor is equipped
with the 7-pin electrical outlet shown in Detail C before
purchasing this product.
9. Tighten each lock nut (#7) one-half turn in a criss-
cross pattern until all nuts are torqued tight.
1. Lower cutter center deck and wing decks down until
unit is resting on the lift cylinder stops and both wings
are on the ground.
10. Replace clevis pin (#11), flat washers (#8), transport
bar (#1), and cotter pin (#10), Bend one or more legs
of cotter pin to keep pin (#11) from falling out.
2. Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
assembly (#4).
3. Move hydraulic control lever back and forth several
times to release all hydraulic pressure in hydraulic
lines to the cutter.
NOTE: Right-hand wire harness (#17) has a red
wire showing at both ends. Left-hand harness (#18)
has a yellow wire showing at both ends.
4. On the right-hand wing, remove cotter pin (#10), flat
washers (#8), transport bar (#1), and clevis pin (#11).
NOTE: See Detail B: Pins in the connectors are
labeled A, B, C, & D. Match yellow and red wires
with same pin letters when attaching wire harness to
light assemblies (#3 & #4) & enhance module (#19).
NOTE: Hydraulic hoses (#15 & #16) must be
located above mounting clamps (#2) as shown.
5. If not done, thread connector (#1A) through
hole (#21) as shown in Detail A.
NOTE: Route wire harnesses (#17, #18, & #20)
alongside hydraulic hoses. Make sure harnesses
will not become pinched as the deck is raised and
lowered and wings are folded up and down.
NOTE: Amber lights are located to the outside and
red lights are located to the inside as shown.
6. Attach right-hand light assembly (#3) under hydraulic
cylinder (#13) with mounting clamp (#2) on top.
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12. Red wires in connectors (#1A & #1B) are attached to
pin “D” shown in Detail B. Plug connectors (#1A &
#1B) together.
13. Yellow wires in connectors (#2A & #2B) are attached
to pin “B” Shown in Detail B. Plug connectors (#2A &
#2B) together.
14. Route wire harnesses (#17 & #18) to enhance
module (#19). Plug connectors at the enhance
module to harness (#17 & #18) as follows:
a. Red wires in connectors (#1C & #1D) are
attached to pin “B” as shown in Detail B. Plug
connectors (#1C & #1D) together.
b. Yellow wires in connectors (#2C & #2D) are
attached to pin “C” shown in Detail B. Plug
connectors (#2C & #2D) together.
15. Attach connector (#3A) to connector (#3B) on lead
wire harness (#20).
16. Route lead wire harness through spring hose
loop and connect to the tractor’s 7-way round pin
receiver.
17. Start tractor and operate lights to verify hook-up is
operating properly:
a. Turn on head lights to verify red lights illuminate.
b. Operate turn signal to turn right. Amber light on
the right side should blink on and off.
c. Operate turn signal to turn left. Amber light on the
left should blink on and off.
18. If the lights did not operate properly, recheck hook-up
of wire harnesses (#17 & #18). Make necessary
19. Recheck wire harness routing to make sure wires will
not be pinched as wing decks are folded and
unfolded and while raising and lowering cutter height.
20. Add cable ties (#5) to wire harnesses (#17, #18, &
#20) as needed to secure them in place.
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Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
General Maintenance Information
Cutter Blade 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.
!
DANGER
Always disconnect main driveline from tractor PTO before
servicing underside of cutter. PTO can be engaged if tractor is
started causing cutter damage, bodily injury or death.
The parts on your Rotary Cutter have been specially
designed and should only be replaced with genuine Land
Pride parts. Do not alter the cutter in a way which will
adversely affect its performance.
!
DANGER
Check all bolts and pins after using the cutter for several
hours and on a regular basis thereafter to ensure they are
tight and secured. Replace worn, damaged, or illegible
safety labels by obtaining new labels from your Land
Pride dealer.
Always secure cutter deck in the up position with solid
supports before servicing underside of cutter. Never work
under equipment supported by hydraulics. Hydraulics can
drop equipment if controls are actuated or if hydraulic lines
burst. Either situation can drop the cutter instantly even when
power to the hydraulics is shut off.
!
DANGER
Perform maintenance only on a cutter that is not running.
Disengage PTO, 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 tractor to perform
maintenance.
!
WARNING
Do not operate cutter with blades that are bent, out-of-
balance, excessively worn, excessively nicked, or with blade
bolts that are excessively worn. Such blades can break loose
from the cutter at high speeds causing serious injury or death.
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
Frequently check all hardware to make certain it is tight and
not broken or missing. Such hardware can cause the cutter to
not perform properly and may lead to breakage that can cause
bodily injury or death.
Wait for blades to come to a complete stop before accessing
blade bolts through blade bolt access hole.
!
CAUTION
ALWAYS wear gloves and eye protection while inspecting,
removing, sharpening, and replacing cutter blades.
!
WARNING
Replace worn, damaged, or missing parts with genuine Land
Pride parts only. Replacing parts with other brands can cause
the equipment to not perform properly and may lead to
breakage that can cause bodily injury or death.
IMPORTANT: Replace cutting blades with genuine
Land Pride blades only. Blades must be replaced in
mating pairs. Not replacing both blades will result in
an out-of-balance condition that will contribute to
premature bearing breakdown on the spindle hub
and create structural cracks in the cutter housing.
!
WARNING
Do not operate cutter with loose pins, bolts, or nuts. Loose
hardware can result in a serious breakdown causing bodily
injury or death.
Always inspect cutting blades before each use. Make
certain they are properly installed and in good working
condition. Replace any blade that is damaged, worn,
bent, or excessively nicked. Never try to straighten a bent
blade! Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening.
Refer to Figure 5-2 on page 39 when ordering Land Pride
replacement blade components.
!
CAUTION
Do not alter the Rotary Cutter in a way which will adversely
affect its performance or safety. Doing so can damage the
cutter, cause personal injury and void the warranty.
Remove cutting blades and sharpen or replace as
follows:
Tractor Maintenance
One of the most important things you can do to prevent
hydraulic system problems is to ensure your tractor's
hydraulic reservoir remains free of dirt and other
contaminations.
1. Place tractor gear selector in park and/or set brakes,
shut engine off and remove ignition key.
2. Disconnect main driveline from tractor PTO and
secure cutter deck in the up position with solid
supports before servicing underside of cutter.
Use a clean cloth to wipe hose ends before attaching
them to your tractor. Replace your tractor’s hydraulic filter
element at the prescribed intervals. These simple
maintenances will go a long way to prevent occurrence of
control valve and hydraulic cylinder problems.
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Refer to Figure 5-2:
3. Remove rubber plug (#5). Rotate blade carrier (#4)
until blade bolt (#1) aligns with access hole (A).
4. Unscrew locknut (#3) to remove cutter blade (#6).
Blade bolt (#1) is keyed and will not turn freely.
5. Both blades should be sharpened at the same angle
as the original cutting edge and must be replaced or
re-ground at the same time to maintain proper
balance in the cutting unit. The following precautions
should be taken when sharpening blades:
CCW
a. Do not remove more material than necessary.
b. Do not heat and pound out a cutting edge.
CCW
CW
c. Do not grind blades to a razor edge. Leave a blunt
cutting edge approximately 1/16" thick.
Blade Rotation
Figure 5-1
d. Always grind cutting edge so end of blade remains
square to cutting edge and not rounded.
e. Do not sharpen back side of blade.
Use 1-11/16"
Socket Wrench
On Blade Nut (#3)
f. Both blades should weigh the same with not more
than 1 1/2 oz. difference. Unbalanced blades will
cause excessive vibration which can damage
gearbox bearings and create structural cracks.
Refer to Figure 5-1:
6. Carefully check cutting edges of blades in relation to
blade carrier rotation to ensure correct blade
placement. Cutter blades must be installed with
cutting edge leading in rotation.
Refer to Figure 5-2:
IMPORTANT: Examine blade bolts and their flat
washers for excessive wear and replace if worn.
IMPORTANT: Locknuts can lose their ability to lock
properly once removed. Always use a new locknut
when installing blades.
37943
7. Insert blade bolt (#1) through blade (#6),
dishpan (#4), and flat washer (#2). Secure blade with
a new locknut (#3) and torque to 450 ft-lbs.
Land Pride Cutter Blade Parts
Item Part No. Part Description
8. If replacing dishpan (#4), nut (#7) on gearbox output
shaft should be torqued to 450 ft-lbs. minimum and
secured with cotter pin (#8) with both legs bent
opposite directions around the nut.
318-586A BLADE BOLT KIT
(Includes items 1, 2, & 3 below)
802-277C BLADE BOLT 1 1/8-12 x 3 7/16 WITH KEY
804-147C WASHER FLAT 1 HARD ASTMF436
803-170C NUT HEX TOP LOCK 1 1/8-12 PLATE
326-430H DISHPAN, 15" CTR WITH HEAVY HUB
840-273C PLUG LP 3" ID RUBBER
820-112C CUTTER BLADE 1/2 x 4 x 25 CW (LH WING)
820-137C CUTTER BLADE 1/2 x 4 x 25 CCW (RH WING)
820-138C CUTTER BLADE 1/2 x 4 x 31 CCW (CTR)
1
2
3
4
5
6
6
6
9. Replace rubber plug (#5).
10. Reconnect main driveline to tractor PTO shaft.
Cutter Blade Assembly
Figure 5-2
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Type A Clutches
Drivelines With Slip Clutches
Clutch Run-In
Refer to Figure 5-4:
1. Using a pencil or other marker, scribe a line across the
exposed edges of the clutch plates and friction disks.
!
WARNING
Always disengage PTO, 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 to work on or around revolving components.
2. Carefully loosen each of the 8 spring retainer nuts by
exactly 2 revolutions. It will be necessary to hold hex
end of retainer bolt in order to count the exact
number of revolutions.
!
CAUTION
3. Make sure the area is clear of all bystanders and
machine is safe to operate.
Slip clutches that have been in use or have been slipped for
only two or three seconds during run-in may be too hot to
touch. Allow a hot clutch to cool before working on it.
IMPORTANT: Prior to initial operation and after long
periods of inactivity, slip friction disks to remove
oxidation and moisture. Moisture allows disks to slip
easily. Oxidation can prevent disk from slipping
causing driveline damage. This damage is NOT
covered under the warranty!
Friction clutches must be capable of slippage during
operation to protect gearboxes, drivelines, and other
drive train parts. Friction clutches should be “run-in” prior
to initial operation and after periods of inactivity to
remove any oxidation from the friction surfaces. Repeat
“run-in” at the beginning of each season and when
moisture seizes the inner friction plates.
13693
Type A Clutch Run-In
Figure 5-4
4. 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, and remove key.
Wait for all components to stop before dismounting
from tractor.
5. Inspect clutch and ensure that the scribed markings
made on the clutch plates have changed position.
Slippage has not occurred if any two marks on the
friction disk and plate are still aligned. A clutch that
has not slipped must be disassembled to separate
the friction disk plates. See “Clutch Disassembly,
Type A Clutch
Type B Clutch
26619
Clutch Types
Figure 5-3
6. Tighten each of the 8 spring retainer nuts on the
clutch housing exactly 2 revolutions to restore clutch
to original setting pressure.
Refer to Figure 5-3 to determine which friction clutch your
cutter has. Follow “run-in” instructions for your specific
7. Allow clutch to cool to ambient temperature before
operating again. Clutch is now ready for use.
8. The clutch should be checked during the first hour of
cutting and periodically each week. An additional set
of scribe marks can be added to check for slippage.
See Figure 5-6 on page 41 to adjust spring length.
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g
24600
Driveline Driveline PTO Cat
A (inches)
No.
Location Speed No. Spring Height
826-818C
826-811C
826-812C
Center 540/1000
5
4
5
1.32"
1.32"
1.32"
Wing
Wing
540/1000
540/1000
Type A Clutch Adjustment
Figure 5-6
23554
Type A Clutch Assembly
Figure 5-5
Clutch Disassembly, Inspection & Assembly
Refer to Figure 5-5:
If clutch run-in procedure above indicated that one or more
friction disks did not slip, then the clutch must be
disassembled to separate the friction disks.
Disassembly
IMPORTANT: Not all clutches are assembled the
same with the same number of components. Be sure
to keep track of order and orientation of your clutch
components during disassembly.
Disassembly of clutch is simply a matter of first removing
spring retainer nuts (#1), springs (#2), and bolts (#3) from
the assembly. Each friction disk (#4) must then be
separated from the metal surface adjacent to it.
Inspection
Inspect all parts for excessive wear and condition. Clean
all parts that do not require replacement.The original
friction disk thickness is 1/8" (3.2mm) and should be
replaced if thickness falls below 3/64" (1.1mm). If
clutches have been slipped to the point of “smoking”, the
friction disks may be damaged and should be replaced.
Heat build-up may also affect the yoke joints.
Assembly
Reassemble each friction disk (#4) next to the metal plate
it was separated from. Install bolts (#3) through end
plates and intermediate plates as shown. Place
springs (#2) over the bolts and secure with nuts (#1).
Refer to Figure 5-6:
Progressively tighten each spring retainer bolt until
correct spring height “A” is reached.
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Type B Clutches
Clutch Run-In
Refer to Figure 5-7:
1. Using a pencil or other marker, scribe a line across the
exposed edges of the clutch plates and friction disks.
2. Carefully loosen each of the 6 nuts by exactly 1
revolution. It will be necessary to hold hex end of
retainer bolt in order to count the exact number of
revolutions.
26618
Type B Clutch Run-In
Figure 5-7
26638
Type B 4-Plate Clutch Assembly
Figure 5-8
3. Make sure the area is clear of all bystanders and
machine is safe to operate.
1. Unscrew nuts (#8) equal amounts until all belleville
spring tension is removed. Do not remove nuts until
tension against all nuts has been removed.
4. Start tractor and engage PTO drive at idle for 2-3
seconds to permit slippage of friction plates.
Disengage PTO, shut off tractor, and remove key.
Wait for all components to come to a complete stop
before dismounting from tractor.
2. Remove nuts (#8) and bolts (#7).
3. Separate all friction disks (#2) from plates (#4 & #5),
hub (#3) and yoke flange (#1).
5. Inspect clutch to ensure that the scribed markings
made on the clutch plates and friction disc have
changed positions. If any two marks are still aligned,
then the clutch did not slip as it should. Skip to
step 8 if all clutch plates slipped.
Inspection
Inspect all parts for excessive wear and condition. Clean
all parts that do not require replacement.The original
friction disk thickness is 1/8" (3.2mm) and should be
replaced if thickness falls below 3/64" (1.1mm). If
clutches have been slipped to the point of “smoking”, the
friction disks may be damaged and should be replaced.
Heat build-up may also affect the yoke joints.
6. If the friction clutch did not slip, loosen the nuts one
more revolution. Make sure the nuts have full thread
engagement on the bolt and then repeat steps 4 - 5.
7. A clutch that does not slip must be disassembled to
separate the friction disk plates. See “Clutch
Assembly
1. Reassemble each friction disk (#2) next to the metal
plate it was separated from.
8. Tighten each of the nuts on the clutch back to their
original location to restore clutch pressure.
2. Install bolts (#7) through end plates and intermediate
plates as shown and secure with nuts (#8).
9. Allow clutch to cool to ambient temperature before
operating again. Clutch is now ready for use.
10. The clutch should be checked during the first hour of
cutting and periodically each week. An additional set
of scribe marks can be added to check for slippage.
IMPORTANT: Measurement “B” is an approximate
distance. Variations in spring force and friction
materials may cause some differences in torque
values. Tightening nuts (#8) one revolution will
compress 4-plate clutch 1.75mm (.069”).
Clutch Disassembly, Inspection & Assembly
Refer to Figure 5-8:
3. Tighten belleville spring (#6) until spring is tight
against drive plate (#4) & then back nuts (#8) up
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").
The clutch must be disassembled into its separate friction
disks if clutch run-in procedure indicated that one or more
friction disks did not slip. See disassembly instructions.
Disassembly
IMPORTANT: Do not remove nuts (#8) from
bolts (#7) until after Belleville spring (#6) is relaxed
and not pressing against any of the six nuts (#8).
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Skid Shoe Maintenance
!
CAUTION
Excessive wear on skid shoes may cause inadequate operation
of cutter and create a safety hazard.
Two skid shoes are mounted on 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
Refer to Figure 5-9:
Item Part No.
Description
Replace center skid shoes as follows:
1
1
318-211H CENTER SKID SHOE (RIGHT HAND)
318-212H CENTER SKID SHOE (LEFT HAND)
1. Remove 1/2"-13 hex whiz nuts (#4), 1/2" -13 x 1 1/4"
GR5 carriage bolts (#3), and right-hand center skid
shoe (#1) from the center deck frame (#2) as shown.
Center Skid Shoe
Figure 5-9
2. Attach new skid shoe (#1) to cutter with existing
1/2" hex bolts (#3), and secure with existing 1/2" hex
whiz nuts (#4). Tighten bolts to the correct torque.
3. Repeat steps 1 & 2 for left-hand center skid shoe.
Wing Skid Shoes
Refer to Figure 5-10:
IMPORTANT: Excessive wear on skid shoes can
weaken cutter side panels and cause damage that
will require extensive repairs. Always replace skid
shoes at the first sign of wearing thin.
Replace wing skid shoes as follows:
27859
1. Remove 3/8" hex whiz nuts (#3), 3/8" plow bolts (#2),
and left-hand skid shoe (#1) as shown.
Item Part No.
Description
2. Plow bolts (#2) should be checked for wear and
replaced if necessary.
1
1
2
331-792H BEVELED SKID SHOE RH
331-793H BEVELED SKID SHOE LH
802-466C PLOW BOLT, 3/8" - 16 x 1 1/4" GR5
3. Attach new left-hand skid shoe (#1) to cutter with
existing 3/8" plow bolts (#3) and secure with 3/8" hex
whiz nuts. Tighten bolts to the correct torque.
Wing Skid shoe
Figure 5-10
4. Repeat for the right-hand wing.
Spindle Gearbox Shaft Guard
Refer to Figure 1-11:
1. To remove shaft guard (#1) at the spindle gearbox,
unsnap latches (#2) on both sides of guard (#1) and
slide shaft guard over driveline to expose driveline
yoke. Do not unhook safety chain (#3).
2. When servicing of driveline yoke is completed, return
shaft guard to its original position and secure with
latches (#2).
3. Check safety chain (#3). Make sure it is latched to
shaft guard mounting plate (#4) and shaft guard (#1).
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Gearbox Shaft Guard
Figure 5-11
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Tire Maintenance
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 working season. This will help
ensure the cuter is ready for field use the next time you
hook-up to it.
!
WARNING
Tire changing can be dangerous and should be performed by
trained personnel using correct tools and equipment. When
removing and installing wheels, use wheel handling
equipment adequate for the weight involved.
!
DANGER
Always disconnect main driveline from tractor PTO before
servicing underside of cutter. PTO can be engaged if tractor is
started causing cutter damage, bodily injury or death.
!
WARNING
Always release all air pressure in air-filled airplane tires
before removing hardware bolting their split rims together.
Not doing so can cause the split rims to blow apart instantly
and could result in serious injury or death.
!
DANGER
Always secure cutter deck in the up position with solid
supports before servicing underside of cutter. Never work
under equipment supported by hydraulics. Hydraulics can
drop equipment if controls are actuated or if hydraulic lines
burst. Either situation can drop the cutter instantly even when
power to the hydraulics is shut off.
!
WARNING
When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose
long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front
of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety cage if available. Do
not overinflate tires.
1. Clean off any dirt and grease that may have
accumulated on the cutter and moving parts. Scrape
off compacted dirt from the bottom of deck and then
wash surface thoroughly with a garden hose. A
coating of oil may also be applied to the lower deck
area to minimize oxidation.
!
WARNING
Do not weld on or heat a rim. If a tire is mounted to the rim,
air pressure inside the tire can increase enough to cause an
explosion. High heat can also weaken and/or warp the rim,
damage the tire, and destroy foam filling inside a tire.
2. Check blades and blade bolts for wear and replace if
3. Inspect for loose, damaged, or worn parts and adjust
or replace as needed.
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.
1
Land Pride Aerosol Touch-up Paint
Part No.
Part Description
33925
821-011C
821-002C
821-054C
821-058C
821-066C
PAINT LP BEIGE AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
PAINT LP BLACK AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
PAINT MEDIUM RED AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
PAINT GREEN AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
PAINT ORANGE AEROSOL SPRAY CAN
Air Filled Airplane Tires with Split Rims
Figure 5-12
1. Check tires for low air pressure, missing nuts,
missing lug bolts, wear, separated rubber, and bent,
broken, or cracked wheel rims.
2. Inflate air filled tires to the proper pressure. Refer to
5. Replace all damaged or missing guarding & decals.
“Tire Inflation Chart” on page 56.
Refer to Figure 5-12:
on page 46.
3. Replace wheel rims and tires as needed with
genuine Land Pride parts. Do not loosen split rim
hardware (#1) until all air pressure in the tire has
been removed.
7. Store cutter on a level surface in a clean, dry place.
Inside storage will reduce maintenance and make for
a longer cutter life.
page 22 when disconnecting tractor from cutter.
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Ordering Replacement Parts
Land Pride offers equipment in factory standard beige
color with black highlights. Equipment in special colors
may be purchased in Green, Red, and Orange. Because
of the variety of colors available, special attention must
be given to the part number to prevent ordering the wrong
replacement part. A suffix number corresponding to one
of the colors below must be added at the end of Land
Pride’s part number when ordering a replacement part
with that color. Parts ordered without a suffix number will
be supplied in factory standard colors.
81 . . . . . . Green
83 . . . . . . Red
82 . . . . . . .Orange
85 . . . . . . .Black
For example, if you are ordering a replacement part with
part number 555-555C and the existing part is red, then
add the suffix 83 to the end of the number to make the
part number read 555-555C83.
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Lubrication Points
Lubrication
Legend
Multi-purpose
spray lube
Multi-purpose
grease lube
Multi-purpose
oil lube
50
hrs
Intervals in hours at which
lubrication is required
Repack
50
Hours Annually
Axle Hub Bearing
1-zerk per wheel (zerk can be on either side)
Type of Lubrication: Multi-Purpose Grease
Grease wheel bearings every 50 hours.
Quantity = 2 pumps
Repack wheel bearings annually
27926
50
Hours
Adjustable Turnbuckle
4 - zerks (2 per turnbuckle)
Type of Lubrication: Multi-Purpose Grease
Quantity = As required
27926
50
Hours
Hitch Frame
2-zerks
Type of Lubrication: Multi-Purpose Grease
Quantity = As required
37908
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50
Hours
Center Deck Axle Pivot
3-zerks
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
27926
50
Hours
Wing Deck Axle Pivot
4-zerks (2-zerks per wing axle)
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
30726
Grease Zerk
Location
50
Hours
Grease Zerk
Location
LP Performance Hitch (Optional)
2 - zerks
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
Quantity = As required
37581
50
Grease Zerk
Locations
Hours
Bar-Tite Hitch (Optional)
3-zerks
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
Quantity = As required
26599
37725
As
Needed
Park Jack
1 - zerk
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
Quantity = As required
Frequency = As needed and when unhooking for
longterm storage.
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30215
Do Not Overfill
8
Hours
Gearbox
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill gearbox with oil! Oil will
expand when hot! Make sure cutter is level and oil is
cool before checking oil level.
Method 1: Unscrew top vented dipstick (#1). Wipe oil
from dipstick and screw dipstick in without tightening.
Unscrew dipstick and check oil on dipstick. If below
bottom level mark, add recommended gear lube through
dipstick hole until oil reaches top mark on dipstick.
Reinstall vented dipstick and tighten.
Method 2: Remove side oil plug (#2). If oil is below
bottom of plug hole, add recommended gear lube
through top dipstick hole until oil flows out of side plug
hole. Reinstall and tighten side oil plug (#2) and vented
dipstick (#1).
NOTE: Use a suction or siphon pump to drain
gearbox of oil when there is not an oil drain plug.
Type of Lubrication: 80-90W EP Gear Lube
Quantity = Fill until oil reaches top mark on dipstick or
begins to flow out side plug hole in gearbox.
Oil Fill Plug
8
Hours
Divider Box
Oil Level Plug
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill gearbox with oil! Oil will
expand when hot! Make sure cutter is level and oil is
cool before checking oil level.
If oil has been removed from the gearbox, refill
gearbox to level plug, allow time for air to bleed up
from the lower cavity, and then recheck.
Oil Drain Plug
23603
Instructions: Remove oil level plug. If oil is below bottom
of plug hole, add recommended gear lube through oil
fill/vent plug hole until oil flows out of oil level plug hole.
Reinstall and tighten oil level plug and oil fill/vent plug.
Type of Lubrication: 80-90W EP
Quantity = Fill until oil begins to flow out oil level plug hole
in gearbox.
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8
Hours
Wing Driveline Profile Tubes
37514
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
Quantity = Coat Generously
37519
8
Hours
Wing Driveline Joints
37514
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
37519
Drivelines with external profile tube grease point
8
Hours
Intermediate Driveline Joints
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
37518
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Zerk located through slot in plastic outer tubes
8
Hours
Conventional Main Driveline Profile Tubes
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
Quantity = Coat Generously
23567
8
Hours
Conventional Main Driveline Joints & Shields
23567
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
Zerk Located through slot in tube
8-10 pumps
8
Hours
CV Main Driveline Profile Tubes
With External Grease Point
CV = Constant Velocity
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
Quantity = 8-10 pumps
23556
IMPORTANT: To extend the life of the constant
velocity joint, the grease zerk for the profile tubes
must be lubricated every 8 hours.
2-3 pumps
4-6 pumps
2-3 pumps
8
Hours
CV Main Driveline Joints
CV = Constant Velocity
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
4-5 pumps
23556
For instructions on how to access grease zerks shown
Figure 5-13
IMPORTANT: To extend the life of the constant
velocity joint, extensive lubrication must be
performed every 8 hours of operation.
• The constant velocity joint should be greased in a
straight position forcing grease through the passages
and into the cavity. After lubrication, grease should
be visible around the ball joints.
• Grease fittings located on the u-joints and driveline
shields should be lubricated every 8 Hrs of operation.
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Accessing CV Driveline Joints
Refer to Figure 5-13 on page 50:
There are two ways the constant velocity driveline joints
shown in Figure 5-13 can be accessed for lubrication.
One is through holes in the driveline shield and the other
is to slide the shields back to expose the grease zerks.
Red Locking Tab
Snapped Down
Into Position
White Locking Ring
Positioned On Right Side
of Red Locking Tab
Lubrication Through Access Holes
1. Refer to Figure 5-14: Rotate driveline shield until
holes in shield align with grease zerks in CV joint.
2. Apply proper amount and type of lubrication. Refer to
quantities and type of lubrication.
33994
33995
33996
Locked Driveline Shield
Figure 5-16
Rotate Driveline Shield to Align
3-Holes in Shield With Grease Zerks
Red Locking Tab
Pried Up
White Locking Ring
Rotated Counterclockwise
33992
Lubrication Through Three Holes In Driveline Shield
Figure 5-14
o
3. Refer to Figure 5-15: Rotate driveline shield 180
until holes on opposite side of shield aligns with
remaining grease zerks in CV joint.
Unlocked Driveline Shield
Figure 5-17
4. Repeat step 2 above on any grease zerks that were
not greased in step 2.
Driveline Shield
Pulled Back
5. Steps 1 thru 2 can be repeated to lubricate universal
joint on opposite end of driveline. (Opposite end of
driveline has only one grease zerk.)
Rotate Driveline Shield to Align
2-Holes in Shield With Grease Zerks
Exposed CV Grease Zerks
Slide Driveline Shield Back To Expose Grease Zerks
Figure 5-18
33993
4. Apply proper amount and type of lubrication. Refer to
quantities and type of lubrication.
Lubrication Through Two Holes In Driveline Shield
Figure 5-15
Lubrication By Sliding Driveline Shields Back
1. Refer to Figure 5-16: With a flat bladed screwdriver
or similar tool, pry top of red locking tab up.
5. Slide driveline shield back to its operating position.
6. Refer to Figure 5-16: Rotate white locking ring
clockwise and press locking tab down until it snaps in
place as shown.
2. Refer to Figure 5-17: Rotate white locking ring fully
counterclockwise to the position shown.
7. Steps 1 thru 6 can be repeated to lubricate universal
joint on opposite end of driveline.
3. Refer to Figure 5-18: Pull back on driveline shielding
until CV joint is exposed.
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Section 6: Specifications & Capacities
Section 6: Specifications & Capacities
RC4015 & RCM4015 Series 2
List
Horsepower Range
Gearbox Horsepower
Specifications & Capacities
50 - 200
540 RPM or 1000 RPM
250 HP Divider
210 HP Center & Wings
Gear Box Lubrication
Gearbox Oil Capacity
Cutting Capacity
Gear Lube 80-90W EP
Splitter: 3.5 pints; Center deck & Wings: 6 pints
3 1/2"
Machine Weight
Total Weight
Tongue Weight
3,730 lbs.
1,240 lbs.
Blade Tip Speed
At 540 RPM
At 1000 RPM
Center Blades = 16,300 FPM & Wing Blades = 16,300 FPM
Center Blades = 16,300 FPM & Wing Blades = 16,000 FPM
Hitch Types
Hitch Jack
Standard Clevis, LP Performance Hitch, Bar-Tite Hitch, Ball Hitch, or Pintle Hitch
Standard (7,000 lbs.)
Cutting Width
Overall Width
Minimum Transport Width
15'-0"
15'-9"
7'-11 3/4"
Overall Length
15'-6" (With center deck raised fully up)
Deck Height
12"
Cutting Height
2" - 14"
Lift Hydraulics
3" x 8" hydraulic cylinder, hoses, fittings & stroke control spacers
Wing Hydraulics
2 1/2" x 12" hydraulic cylinders, hoses & fittings
Wing Transport Protection
Deck Material Thickness
Side Skirt Thickness
Skid Shoes
Wing Transport Locks
10 Gauge
1/4" Steel
Wing Deck: AR400 1 Replaceable skid shoe per wing
Center Deck: AR400 2 Replaceable skid shoes
Blades - 6 (2 per Carrier)
1/2" x 4" Heat Treated
Free Swinging Alloy Steel with Uplift
Blade Overlap
6"
Blade Bolt
Keyed with hardened flat washer & lock nut
3/16" Thick round dish shaped pan, reinforced with 1" x 4" blade bar
Optional rubber, single row chain, or dual row chain
Stump Jumper / Blade Holder
Front & Rear Guards
Input Driveline 540 & 1000 PTO Cat. 6 with constant velocity u-joint or Cat. 5 with conventional (non-cv) u-joint
Intermediate Driveline
Wing Drivelines
Standard - Category 4 with Slip-Clutch
Standard - Category 4 with Slip-Clutch
Wheel Options
6" x 21" Laminated tires, 25.5" new foam filled tires,
29" x 16 ply used aircraft tires without foam filling.
Number of Wheels
4 - Wheels: Two on transport axle and one on each wing axle
6 - Wheel option: Four on transport axle and one on each wing axle.
8 - Wheel option: Four on transport axle and two on each wing axle.
Transport Axle
Hubs
Spring-cushioned on center transport axle
Cast iron five-bolt hubs with tapered roller bearings and 1 3/4" shafts.
Optional
Deck Rings
Color Options
Standard color: Beige; Optional colors: Red, Green, Orange, or Yellow.
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7'- 11 3/4"
10'- 2 3/4"
Add 8" for Airplane Tires
27930
Transport Width
Without Special Adjustments
Transport Width With Wing Axles Disconnected
At Turnbuckles (#5) And Wheels Folded Back
(See Figure 1-16 on page 17)
27931
15'- 9"
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Section 7: Features & Benefits
Section 7: Features & Benefits
RC4015 and RCM4015 Series 2
Features
Benefits
Surpassed rugged
industry standards
All Land Pride Rotary Cutters have been designed and tested and meet rigorous
voluntary testing procedures according to ISO 4254.
Factory assembled
Arrives for quick and easy set-up. Minimal time is wasted setting or prepping the unit.
Shows confidence in gearbox integrity.
5 Year gearbox warranty
Rugged heavy built gearboxes
Gearbox seal protection
2 Piece shield on wing gearboxes
Capable of handling heavy cutting applications.
Gearbox bottom seal protection for longer bearing life.
Driveline grease zerks are easier to access.
LP Performance self-leveling hitch Reduces drawbar wear by keeping hitch level while going through ditches.
Low hitch weight on tractor tongue Ideal for smaller HP tractors by reducing the amount of weight on the drawbar.
Narrow A-frame hitch
Allows for a tighter turning radius.
Adjustable park jack angle
Adjustable driveline hanger
Park jack can be adjusted to be perpendicular to the ground.
Serves as a support rest for the driveline when the cutter is unhooked from the tractor.
Assist operator when attaching driveline to tractor PTO shaft.
Input driveline:
Cat. 6 CV or Cat. 5 Conventional
Driveline is matched just right for capacity of tractor. Constant velocity (CV) U-joint
allows for 80 degree turns without doing damage to the driveline.
Drivelines with slip-clutches:
Cat. 5 intermediate
Cat. 4 Wings
Driveline is sized right for the intended cutting capacity.
Slip-clutches will slip under load to minimize twist damage to driveline profiles.
Grease zerks on end caps of
driveline cross journals
Intermediate and wing driveline cross journals are easier to grease.
High blade tip speed
Allows clean cutting of material.
6" Blade overlap
Eliminates skipping during turns.
Left wing rotates clockwise
3/16" Round stump jumper
Smooth top design
Better discharge of material. Picks up tractor tracks.
Standard thick stump jumper material keeps damage to a minimum.
Reduces accumulation of debris and is easier and faster to clean.
Makes center decks and wing decks stronger.
Deck sheet tops are 100% welded
1/4" Sidewall thickness
Beveled skid shoes on wings
Hinged wing sections
Increased thickness reduces damage from objects being thrown into deck sidewalls.
Reduces gouging the ground when turning.
Allows cutter to follow terrain. Ideal for rough ground where hillsides, ditches, and
hollows can cause uneven cutting.
1" Solid hinge rods
Larger diameter hinge rod gives greater strength to the cutter from front to rear, and in
the hinge area itself.
Wing transport locks
Enclosed dual leveling rods
5-Bolt hubs
Wing transport locks will hold wings in the folded position in the event of hydraulic loss.
Cutter pulls equally on the rear axle while traveling over rough terrain.
5-Bolt hubs makes the wheel assembly more durable and longer lasting.
Drain holes in wheel rims
Allows water to drain from wheels mounted on folded-up wing.
Helps prevent paint deterioration and rusting to the wheel rims.
Spring cushioned center-axle
Replaceable wheel spindles
Wheel options
Protects unit from bumps and ground shock.
Wheel spindles can be replaced when damaged without replacing entire axle assembly.
Laminated tires: Eliminates flats.
Air-filled tires: Give better cushion while transporting.
Foam-filled tires: Give better cushion while transporting and can’t go flat.
LP Performance hitch option
Great for uneven terrain, reduces drawbar wear. Hitch pivots freely up and down and
pivots about the tractor drawbar.
Bar-tite hitch option
Roadway light kit option
Deck ring option
Ideal for extreme conditions. Clamps tight to drawbar eliminating drawbar wear.
Allows operator to transport on public roads safer.
Keeps blades from damaging the deck.
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Section 8: Troubleshooting
Section 8: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chart
Cause
Problem
Solution
Oil seal leaking
Gearbox overfilled
Drain oil level with fill hole or to full mark on dipstick.
Seals damaged
Replace seals.
Grass or wire wrapped on shaft Clean off wrapped material and check seal areas daily.
in seal area
Driveline yoke or cross failing
Clutch is froze
Slip clutches per instructions under “Drivelines With Slip
Shock load
Avoid hitting solid objects.
Lubricate every 8 hours.
Raise cutting height.
Needs lubrication
Slip Clutches slip even with a
light load
Scalping the ground
Clutch is not properly adjusted
Adjust clutch per instructions under “Drivelines With Slip
Clutch plates are worn out
Replace clutch plates.
Foreign object caught between Remove foreign object.
clutch plates
Bent driveline shaft
(Note: Shaft should be repaired or
replaced if bent)
Contacting frame
Contacting drawbar
Bottoming out
Binding up
Reduce lift height in transport position.
Reposition drawbar.
Shorten driveline shaft.
Not lubricating enough.
Avoid hitting solid objects.
Driveline shaft
Shock load
telescoping tube failing
Driveline shaft telescoping tube
wearing
Needs lubrication
Lubricate every 20 hours of operation.
Blades Lock Up
Blades locked together
(overlapped) when wings were
raised to transport position
Use pry bar or other tool to separate cutting blades
before lowering wings.
Tractor has instant on PTO
Engage PTO at low RPMs and then slowly increase
engine speed to full PTO speed.
Tractor has Instant off PTO
Decrease engine speed slowly to an idle and then
disengage PTO.
Blades wearing excessively
Blades coming loose
Cutting on sandy ground
Raise cutting height.
Raise cutting height.
Contacting ground frequently
Blades not
tightened properly
Tighten blade hardware, refer to “Cutter Blade
Over speeding PTO
Hitting solid objects
Operate cutter at proper PTO speed.
Avoid hitting solid objects.
Blades breaking
Loose blade carrier
Blade carrier hardware not tight Tighten shaft nut to specified torque.
Running loose in the past
Hitting solid objects
Soil abrasive
Replace gearbox bearings and / or shaft.
Avoid hitting solid objects.
Blade carrier bent
Excessive side skid wear
Adjust cutter height.
Cutting too low
Raise cutting height.
Excessive vibration
Hitting solid objects
Driveline bent
Inspect area before cutting. Do not hit solid objects.
Replace driveline or distribution shaft.
Replace blade carrier.
Blade carrier bent
Blade broken
Replace blade.
Blade will not swing
Inspect and unlock blades.
High torque start-up or hitting
solid objects.
Disassemble and inspect driveline for incorrectly
located needles or damaged bearing cap.
Blades have unequal weight
Replace each pair of blades on affected carrier.
Remove elbow fitting and unplug orifice.
Wing cylinder movement too slow Orifice is plugged
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Section 9: Torque & Tire Inflation Chart
Section 9: Torque & Tire Inflation Chart
Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes
Bolt Head Identification
Bolt Head Identification
8.8
10.9
5.8
Bolt Size
(inches)
Bolt Size
(Metric)
Grade 2
Grade 5
Grade 8
Class 5.8
Class 8.8
Class 10.9
1
2
3
4
in-tpi
N · m ft-lb
N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb
mm x pitch
N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb
1/4" - 20
7.4
8.5
5.6
11
13
8
10
16
18
12 M 5 X 0.8
14 M 6 X 1
4
7
3
5
6
11
5
8
9
15
7
11
1/4" - 28
5/16" - 18
5/16" - 24
3/8" - 16
3/8" - 24
7/16" - 14
7/16" - 20
1/2" - 13
1/2" - 20
9/16" - 12
9/16" - 18
5/8" - 11
5/8" - 18
3/4" - 10
3/4" - 16
7/8" - 9
6
15
11
13
24
17
33
25 M 8 X 1.25
27 M 8 X 1
17
12
26
19
36
27
17
26
19
37
18
13
28
21
39
29
27
20
42
31
59
44 M10 X 1.5
49 M10 X 0.75
70 M12 X 1.75
78 M12 X 1.5
105 M12 X 1
120 M14 X 2
155 M14 X 1.5
170 M16 X 2
210 M16 X 1.5
240 M18 X 2.5
375 M18 X 1.5
420 M20 X 2.5
605 M20 X 1.5
670 M24 X 3
910 M24 X 2
995 M30 X 3.5
33
24
52
39
72
53
31
22
47
35
67
39
29
61
45
85
62
43
32
67
49
95
58
42
91
67
125
130
145
200
l215
315
335
405
485
610
900
93
49
36
75
55
105
145
165
210
235
285
325
510
570
820
905
60
44
95
70
97
66
49
105
115
150
165
205
230
360
405
585
640
875
955
76
90
66
105
145
155
225
240
310
350
440
650
760
830
77
105
150
160
230
245
300
355
450
665
780
845
75
55
85
92
68
105
115
165
180
230
260
325
480
95
70
110
120
150
170
265
295
430
475
99
73
105
130
150
235
260
225
250
340
370
480
540
680
750
890
1010
1180
1330
79
145
155
195
220
280
310
480
525
960
1060
105
115
145
165
205
230
355
390
97
110
170
190
165
185
250
275
7/8" - 14
1" - 8
560 1050
610 1150
645 1230
705 1350
1" - 12
705 1510
1120 2100 1550
1-1/8" - 7
1-1/8" - 12
1-1/4" - 7
1-1/4" - 12
1-3/8" - 6
1-3/8" - 12
1-1/2" - 6
1-1/2" - 12
355 1080
795 1750 1290 M30 X 2
785 1680 1240 2320 1710
395 1210
890 1960 1440 M36 X 3.5
1730 1270 2650 1950 3660 2700
1880 1380 2960 2190 4100 3220
500 1520
1120 2460 1820 M36 X 2
1
555 1680 1240 2730 2010
655 1990 1470 3230 2380
745 2270 1670 3680 2710
870 2640 1950 4290 3160
980 2970 2190 4820 3560
in-tpi = nominal thread diameter in inches-threads per inch
N· m = newton-meters
2
3
4
ft-lb= foot pounds
mm x pitch = nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread
pitch
Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.
Additional Torque Values
Blade Bolt Lock Nut
Blade Carrier Hub Nut
Wheel Lug Nuts
450 ft-lbs
450 or 550 ft-lbs minimum
85 ft-lbs
Tire Inflation Chart
T i r e S i z e
Inflation PSI
29" x 7.7 x 15" Aircraft tire
40
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Section 10: Warranty
Section 10: Warranty
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 schedule when used as
intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use.
Overall Unit and Drivelines: One year Parts and Labor
Gearbox: Seven years Parts and Labor
One year seals and bearings
Hydraulic Cylinder: One year Parts and Labor
Hoses and seals considered wear items
Blades, Tires, and Driveline Friction Discs: Considered wear items.
This Warranty is limited to the repair or 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. Land Pride reserves the right to inspect any
equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or
workmanship.
This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride’s
judgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal
maintenance or care, or which has been repaired or altered in a way which
adversely affects its performance or reliability, or which has been used for a
purpose for which the product is not designed. Misuse also specifically includes
failure to properly maintain oil levels, grease points, and driveline shafts.
Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which originally sold
the product and all warranty adjustments must be made through an authorized
Land Pride dealer. Land Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials or
design of the product at any time without notice.
This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damages
of any kind, direct, consequential, or contingent to property. Furthermore, Land
Pride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond its
reasonable control. This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops, any expense
or loss for labor, supplies, rental machinery or for any other reason.
No other warranty of any kind whatsoever, express or implied, is made
with respect to this sale; and all implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in this
written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale.
This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days from
the date of purchase by the end user.
IMPORTANT: The Online Warranty Registration should be completed by the dealer at the time of
purchase. This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
Model Number ____________________
Serial Number ____________________
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