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Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up

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10/23/20

RCR1860 & RCR1872 Rotary Cutters 312-849M

Section 1:

Assembly & Set-Up

Tractor Requirements

The RCR18 Series Rotary Cutters are designed for use

with tractors that are equipped with a (540 rpm 1 3/8"-6

spline) rear power take-off (power take-off).

Tractor Horsepower Rating . . . . . 20 to 65 horsepower
Hitch Category   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Cat I
Power Take-Off Speed  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  540 rpm
Power Take-Off Shaft Type . . . . . . . . .  1 3/8"-6 Spline

WARNING

To avoid serious injury or death:
Lightweight tractors with rear attached implements may need

weights added to the front to maintain steering control.

Consult your tractor Operator’s Manual to determine proper

weight requirements and maximum weight limitations.

Torque Requirements

Refer to

“Torque Values Chart”

on page 36 to

determine correct torque values for common bolts. See

“Additional Torque Values”

at bottom of chart for

exceptions to standard torque values.

Gearbox Vented Dipstick

Refer to Figure 1-1:

A vented dipstick is shipped loose and packaged with the

Operator’s Manual. Remove temporary solid plug from

top of gearbox and replace with vented dipstick. See your

nearest Land Pride dealer if dipstick is missing.

Gearbox Vented Dipstick Installation

Figure 1-1

NOTE:

Do not tighten hardware to the correct

torque until assembly is complete.

IMPORTANT:

Gearboxes are shipped with solid

plugs in them to prevent oil loss during shipping and

handling. The solid plug on top of the gearbox must

be replaced with a vented dipstick before operating

the implement.

30216

DO NOT

OVERFILL!

Oil Level

Plug

Remove

Solid Plug

Install

Vented Dipstick

Tractor Shutdown Procedure

The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures.

Follow these procedures and any additional shutdown

procedures provided in your tractor Operator’s Manual

before leaving the operator’s seat.
1. Reduce engine speed and disengage power take-off

if engaged.

2. Park tractor and implement on level, solid ground.
3. Lower implement to ground or onto non-concrete

support blocks.

4. Put tractor in park or set park brake, turn off engine,

and remove switch key to prevent unauthorized

starting.

5. Relieve all hydraulic pressure to auxiliary hydraulic

lines.

6. Wait for all components to come to a complete stop

before leaving the operator’s seat.

Use steps, grab-handles and anti-slip surfaces when

stepping on and off the tractor.

Carriage Bolts in Manual Tube

Refer to Figure 1-2 on page 13:

1. Replace the two outside long carriage bolts (#11) on

back of rear metal band with 3/8"-16 x 3/4" GR5

carriage bolts shipped stored in manual tube (#25).

New carriage bolts should be installed with carriage

head on the outside.

2. Tighten hex whiz nuts to the correct torque.

Tailwheel & Hitch Assembly

Refer to Figure 1-2 on page 13:

1. Tailwheel A-frame (#1) is shipped with the short

cross brace attached to adjusting bracket (#2).

Separate the two by removing locknut (#14) and

carriage bolt (#11).

2. Rear brace bars (#4) are shipped attached to the

tailwheel A-Frame (#1). Separate the three by

removing lock nuts (#13) and hex head bolts (#8B).

3. Attach long cross brace in tailwheel A-frame (#1)

behind adjusting bracket (#2) as shown with

5/8"-11 x 1 1/2" GR5 carriage bolt (#11) and hex top

locknut (#14). Draw locknut up loose. Do not tighten

locknut at this time.

4. Attach tailwheel A-frame (#1) and rear brace

bars (#4) to the deck lugs as shown with 5/8"-11 x 2"

hex head bolts (#8B) and hex flange lock nuts (#13).

Draw lock nuts up snug and then back off 1/4 turn.

5. Bushings (#5) are zip tied to top hitch (#20).

NOTE:

Instructions below do not apply to 5-packs

and when replacing rear metal band with rear chain

guard or rear rubber guard.

Summary of Contents for RCR1860 Series

Page 1: ...l Kit in French Language please see your Land Pride dealer Read the Operator s Manual entirely When you see this symbol the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Rotary Cutters RCR1860 RCR1872 312 849M Operator s Manual Printed 10 22 20 21416 ...

Page 2: ...ered the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine Update the record by adding the machine weight and measurements provided in the Specifications Capacities Section of this manual with the Option s weight and measurements Dealer Contact Information Model Number Serial Number Machine Height Machine Length Machine Width Machine Weight Delivery Date First Operation Accessories ...

Page 3: ...14 3 Point Hook Up 14 Driveline Hook Up 15 Check Driveline Collapsible Length 16 Check Driveline Maximum Length 17 Check Driveline Interference 17 Section 2 Optional Equipment Set Up 18 Front Rear Guards 18 Rear Metal Guard Removal 18 Rear Chain Guard Installation 18 Rear Rubber Guard installation 18 Front Chain Guard Installation 19 Front Rubber Guard Installation 19 Section 3 Adjustments 20 Deck...

Page 4: ...ppropriate App on your smart phone open the App point your phone on the QR code and take a picture Dealer QR Locator 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 Table of Contents 10 23 20 RCR1860 RCR1872 Rotary Cutters 312 849M See previous page for Table of contents ...

Page 5: ...ildren to play on the power machine or implement Use extra caution when backing up Before the tractor starts to move look down and behind to make sure the area is clear Safety at All Times Careful operation is you best assurance against an accident All operators no matter how much experience they may have should carefully read this manual and other related manuals or have the manuals read to them ...

Page 6: ...d Remove all tools and unused parts from equipment before operation Do not weld or torch on galvanized metal as it will release toxic fumes Tire Safety Tire changing can be dangerous and must be performed by trained personnel using the correct tools and equipment Always properly match the wheel size to the properly sized tire Always maintain correct tire pressure Do not inflate tires above recomme...

Page 7: ...with the control of the power machine Riders can be struck by objects or thrown from the equipment Never use tractor or implement to lift or transport riders Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if a fire starts Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy Keep emergency numbers for doctor ambulance hospital and fire department near the phone 911 Use Safety Lights and Devices Slow moving tracto...

Page 8: ...ne silica particles This dust can cause serious injury to the lungs silicosis There are guidelines which should be followed if crystalline silica quartz is present in the dust Be aware of and follow OSHA or other local State or Federal guidelines for exposure to airborne crystalline silica Know the work operations where exposure to crystalline silica may occur Participate in air monitoring or trai...

Page 9: ...Important Safety Information 10 23 20 5 This page left blank intentionally ...

Page 10: ...r nearest dealer visit our dealer locator at www landpride com 3 Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified by Land Pride When ordering new components make sure the correct safety labels are included in the request 4 Refer to this section for proper label placement To install new labels a Clean surface area where label is ...

Page 11: ...portant Safety Information Table of Contents 10 23 20 RCR1860 RCR1872 Rotary Cutters 312 849M 7 818 142C Danger Rotating Driveline 21428 21428 21418 818 130C Warning 540 rpm 818 543C Danger Guard Missing ...

Page 12: ...Important Safety Information Table of Contents 10 23 20 RCR1860 RCR1872 Rotary Cutters 312 849M 8 21428 35894 35894 818 556C Danger Thrown Object 818 555C Danger Rotating Blades ...

Page 13: ...Safety Information Table of Contents 10 23 20 RCR1860 RCR1872 Rotary Cutters 312 849M 9 35894 24597 24597 818 552C Danger Rotating Driveline 818 540C Danger Guard Missing 858 095C 2 x 4 1 2 Red Reflector 2 places ...

Page 14: ...Important Safety Information Table of Contents 10 23 20 RCR1860 RCR1872 Rotary Cutters 312 849M 10 21428 858 148C Warning Pinch Point Hazard 2 Places ...

Page 15: ...ication Land Pride s RCR18 Series Rotary Cutters are built and designed by Land Pride for cutting on gentle slopes or slightly contoured right of ways pastures around the farm or around town The cutting widths 60 for RCR1860 and 72 for RCR1872 are compatible with the more maneuverable 20 to 65 horsepower tractors with 540 rpm power take off speed The cutters have a category I 3 point hitch and are...

Page 16: ...res and any additional shutdown procedures provided in your tractor Operator s Manual before leaving the operator s seat 1 Reduce engine speed and disengage power take off if engaged 2 Park tractor and implement on level solid ground 3 Lower implement to ground or onto non concrete support blocks 4 Put tractor in park or set park brake turn off engine and remove switch key to prevent unauthorized ...

Page 17: ... hitch 3 20 up and rotate left rear brace 4 up until holes in rear braces 4 align with hole in floating top hitch 20 11 Insert 3 4 10 x 4 GR5 bolt 9 into the left rear brace 4 floating top hitch 20 and right rear brace 4 IMPORTANT See Detail A in Figure 1 2 on page 13 Floating top hitch 20 must be installed with ears 21 above rear brace bars 4 12 Secure bolt with hex flange locknut 12 Draw locknut...

Page 18: ...tor do make contact with cutter frame Move or remove drawbar if needed 7 Manually adjust one of the two lower lift arms up or down to level the Rotary Cutter from left to right 8 Manually adjust the length of the top link to level the Rotary Cutter from front to rear Final deck leveling adjustments will be made later 9 The tractor s lower 3 point lift arms should be adjusted for lateral float Plea...

Page 19: ...if implement is attached to more than one tractor or if a Quick Hitch is used 1 If driveline collapsible length has not been checked go to Check Driveline Collapsible Length on page 16 Otherwise continue with step 2 below 2 Park tractor and cutter on a level surface 3 Shut tractor down before dismounting Refer to Tractor Shutdown Procedure on page 12 4 If tractor drawbar interferes with the drivel...

Page 20: ...alternating between using a quick hitch and a standard 3 point hitch More than one driveline may be required to fit all applications IMPORTANT The power take off shaft and gearbox input shaft must be aligned and level with each other when checking driveline minimum length A driveline that is too long can damage tractor and implement Driveline Shortening Figure 1 6 Refer to Figure 1 6 7 If dimensio...

Page 21: ...elding has been removed for clarity Maximum Driveline Movement During Operation Figure 1 8 2 Slowly and carefully lower and raise the cutter to ensure drawbar tires and other equipment on the tractor do not contact the cutter frame If there is an interference a Back cutter over the support blocks and lower it onto the blocks b Shut tractor down before dismounting Refer to Tractor Shutdown Procedur...

Page 22: ...flange nuts 1 2 remove flat washers 3 and 3 8 carriage bolts 4 5 2 Remove tailwheel adjusting bracket 8 and rear metal guard 6 Reattach 1 3 4 hardware to the metal guard for safe keeping Store rear metal guard for future use i e when not using chain guard or rubber guard 3 Reattach tailwheel adjusting bracket 8 with 3 8 x 1 1 2 carriage bolt 5 flat bar 7 and 3 8 flange nuts 2 Torque flange nuts to...

Page 23: ...hart for Common Bolt Sizes on page 36 Front Rubber Guard Installation Refer to Figure 2 5 1 Install center rubber guard as shown with 3 8 x 1 long carriage bolts 1 flat strip 5 rubber deflector 6 and 3 8 flange nuts 2 2 Install side rubber guards as shown with 3 8 x 1 long carriage bolts 1 flat strips 3 rubber deflectors 4 and 3 8 flange nuts 2 3 Tighten all 3 8 flange nuts 2 to 31 ft lbs as indic...

Page 24: ...k as shown in Figure 3 1 Manually adjust either one or both of the tractor s lower 3 point arm height adjustments to level the deck from left to right Some tractors have only a single adjusting crank Deck Leveling Figure 3 1 Deck Leveling From Front to Rear Refer to Figure 3 2 WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Avoid direct contact with cutter blades by wearing a pair of gloves Cutter blades...

Page 25: ...k allows more movement while crossing over ditches Also shortening center link allows the cutter to be carried higher while traveling Never lengthen center link to where the cutter is carried too low Tailwheel Height Adjustment Refer to Figure 3 4 If deck slope is slightly lower at the front than at the back and cutting height is not at the desired height then the tailwheel must be adjusted up or ...

Page 26: ... or reconnecting hydraulic line and or fittings between Rotary Cutter and tractor hydraulic system Rotary Cutters have the ability to discharge objects at high speeds therefore the use of front rear safety guards is mandatory with this cutter Stop blade rotation if bystanders are in or around the area It is recommended that a safety shield be placed between the operator and cutter on an open air t...

Page 27: ... Cutter Blade Maintenance on page 26 9 Remove solid supports from under the deck 10 Verify cutter height is set correctly See Deck Leveling Height Adjustments on page 20 The remaining inspections are made by engaging the power take off to check for vibrations WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Stop power take off immediately if vibration continues after a few revolutions during start up and ...

Page 28: ...veline towards cutter gearbox 9 Rotate driveline storage hook down and place driveline in storage hook Field Operation DANGER To avoid serious injury or death Clear area to be cut of debris and other unforeseen removable objects before cutting Mark non removable hazards such as tree stumps post stubs protruding objects rocks drop offs holes etc with a visible flag 1 Thoroughly inspect area to be c...

Page 29: ...ehicle operators when traveling on public roads and in the dark of night Comply with all local state and federal laws 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 you are familiar with and are free of debris and unseen obje...

Page 30: ...ades can result in an out of balance condition that will contribute to premature bearing wear breakage and or structural cracks in gearbox and or deck Section 5 Maintenance Lubrication Always inspect cutting blades before each use Make sure they are properly installed and in working condition Replace any blade that is damaged worn bent or excessively nicked Never try to straighten a bent blade Sma...

Page 31: ...een in use or has slipped for as little as only two or three seconds during run in may be too hot to touch Allow a hot clutch to cool before working on it The drivetrain is protected from shock loads with a shear bolt or a slip clutch depending on which option the cutter is set up with Shearbolt Protected Drivelines WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Do not operate cutter with snap ring miss...

Page 32: ...ANT If clutch run in procedure indicated that one or more friction disks did not slip the clutch must be disassembled to separate the friction discs IMPORTANT Refer to Figure 5 4 Be Sure to measure and record length A of each clutch spring before disassembling the clutch Clutch Adjustment Figure 5 4 Clutch Disassembly Figure 5 5 Disassembly After recording each spring length remove spring retainer...

Page 33: ...ent 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 5 Replace all damaged or missing decals 6 Lubricate as noted under Lubrication Points starting on page 30 7 Store cutter on a level surface in a clean dry place Inside storage will reduce maintenanc...

Page 34: ...on Multi purpose Grease Quantity Until grease purges from the relief hole 50 Hrs Multi purpose spray lube Multi purpose grease lube Multi purpose oil lube Intervals in hours at which lubrication is required Lubrication Legend 24 Hours Gearbox 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 bo...

Page 35: ...2 849M 31 Driveline Profiles Quantity Clean coat inner tube of driveline with a light film of grease and then reassemble Driveline U Joints Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity 6 pumps Driveline Shield Bearings Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity 6 pumps 8 Hours 8 Hours 20 Hours 13755 13755 14618 ...

Page 36: ... gears Cast iron housing 1 1 46 Speed up beveled gears Cast iron housing Gearbox Oil Capacity Lubricant 4 5 Pints of EP 80 90W oil 4 Pints of EP 80 90W oil Deck Material Thickness in mm 10 Ga 134 3 mm Side Skirt Material Thickness in mm 10 Ga 134 3 mm Deck Construction All welded deck Skid Construction Full length welded on Stump Jumper in mm Round pan 10 ga 3 mm x 24 610 mm with blade holder bar ...

Page 37: ...6 Specifications Capacities Table of Contents 10 23 20 RCR1860 RCR1872 Rotary Cutters 312 849M 33 26814 43 1 4 1 10 m RCR 1860 99 3 8 2 52 m RCR 1872 110 2 79 m RCR 1860 65 1 65 m RCR 1872 77 1 96 m 16 40 6 cm ...

Page 38: ...xtended cutter front For increased material flow and added protection Round back design Helps discharge grass better than enclosed or partially enclosed cutters 7 1 4 Deck height on RCR1860 8 7 8 Deck height on RCR1872 Allows cutter to handle heavy cutting conditions 1 1 2 to 13 RCR1860 Cutting height 1 1 2 to 11 1 2 RCR1872 Cutting height Provides for a wide range of cutting conditions Full lengt...

Page 39: ...power take off speed See Blade Engagement on page 24 Tractor has Instant off power take off Decrease engine speed slowly to an idle and then disengage power take off See Blade Disengagement on page 24 Blades wearing excessively Cutting on sandy ground Raise cutting height Contacting ground frequently Raise cutting height Blades breaking Hitting solid objects Avoid hitting solid objects Blades comi...

Page 40: ...50 285 210 M16 X 1 5 155 115 240 180 335 245 5 8 18 150 110 230 170 325 240 M18 X 2 5 195 145 310 230 405 300 3 4 10 235 170 360 265 510 375 M18 X 1 5 220 165 350 260 485 355 3 4 16 260 190 405 295 570 420 M20 X 2 5 280 205 440 325 610 450 7 8 9 225 165 585 430 820 605 M20 X 1 5 310 230 650 480 900 665 7 8 14 250 185 640 475 905 670 M24 X 3 480 355 760 560 1050 780 1 8 340 250 875 645 1230 910 M24...

Page 41: ...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 s...

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