Land Pride RCP2660 Operator's Manual

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30Section 4: Operating ProceduresRCP2660, RCPM2660, RCP3060 and RCPM3060 Parallel Arm Rotary Cutter 316-111M 2/03/12Table of ContentsSection 4: Operating ProceduresOperating ChecklistThe RCP2660, RCPM2660, RCP3060 & RCPM3060Series Parallel Arm Rotary Cutters are uniquely versatileand powerfully productive cutting implement in the handsof a knowledgeable, skilled and responsible operator.These cutters are frequently operated on inclines inpopulated and high traffic areas. Therefore, it isabsolutely essential that no one operates these cutterswithout first having read, fully understood and becometotally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make sure theoperator has paid particular attention to:• Important Safety Information, pages 1 to 9• Section 1: Assembly & Set-up, page 12• Section 3: Adjustments, page 28• Section 4: Operating Procedures, page 30• Section 8: Maintenance & Lubrication, page 46Make the following inspections after attaching cutter tothe tractor. See hook-up instructions beginning onpage 14. Make certain PTO is disengaged andcompletely stopped.1. Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is ingood working condition.2. Carefully raise and lower implement with tractor3-point controls to ensure drawbar, tires, and otherequipment on the tractor do not contact the frame orPTO driveline.3. Lubricate Rotary Cutter as needed. Refer to“Lubrication Points” on page 50.4. Check cutter initially and periodically for loose boltsand Pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for CommonBolt Sizes” on page 58.5. Check all guards and shields to make certain theyare in good working condition and in place.6. Check all hoses and wires to be sure that they will notcontact PTO driveline.7. Inspect Hydraulic hoses for wear, damage andhydraulic leaks. See “Avoid High Pressure FluidsHazard” on page 3 Replace damaged and wornhoses with genuine Land Pride parts.8. With PTO disengaged and completely stopped,check cutting blades for sharpness.9. Check the following with deck placed in transportposition, PTO disengaged and completely stopped,and transport safety chain is hooked to the deckhook. Wear your safety glasses.a. Check blades to be sure that they are not locked(overlapped) together.b. Check blades for sharpness.c. Ensure that both blade bolts and center bladecarrier hub nuts are tight.10. Check tractor safety equipment. Particularly checkthe ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) and theOperator Protective shield (optional, see page 36) tobe sure both are in good working condition.Transporting! CAUTIONAlways use accessory lights and devices for adequate warningto operator’s of other vehicles when traveling on public roads,night or day. Comply with all federal, state and local laws.! CAUTIONWhen traveling on public roads whether at night or during theday, use accessory light and devices for adequate warning tooperators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state andlocal laws.! CAUTIONAlways disengage tractor PTO before transporting cutter toavoid injury from thrown objects or blade contact.! CAUTIONThe cutter is 10’-6" wide. Care should be taken whenencountering oncoming traffic and roadside obstructions.Reduce speed and/or stop if in doubt about safe clearance.Resume traveling speed only after it is safe to proceed.1. Disengage tractor PTO.2. If provided, set Float Switch to “OFF”. Make sureLED light is “OFF”.3. Retract both parallel arms and position deckvertically with blades facing outboard (away fromtractor).4. Manually hook transport safety chain to deck hook asshown in Figure 1-9 on page 17.5. Raise hitch up to provide 8" - 12" clearance betweendeck and ground.6. Always transport to the work site at a safe speed.When traveling on roadways, transport in such a waythat faster moving vehicles may pass you safely. Aslow moving vehicle sign should always be properlydisplayed when using public roads or right-of ways.7. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed whenturning; and leave enough clearance so the RotaryCutter does not contact obstacles such as buildings,trees or fences.8. When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractorto a lower gear.