Land Pride RC5020, RCM5020 manual Troubleshooting

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Table of Contents

Section 8: Troubleshooting

Problem

Solution

 

 

Oil seal leaking

Drain to level full hole.

 

 

 

Replace seals.

 

 

 

Clean off wrapped material and check seal areas daily.

 

 

Driveline yoke

Avoid hitting solid objects.

or shock cross failing

 

Lubricate every 8 hours.

 

 

 

 

Adjust clutch per section 4.

 

 

Slip-Clutches slip even with a light load

Replace clutch plates.

 

 

 

Remove foreign object.

 

 

Bent Driveline shaft (Note: Shaft should

Reduce lift height in transport position.

be repaired or replaced if bent)

 

Reposition drawbar.

 

 

 

 

Shorten Power Take Off shaft.

 

 

Driveline shaft

Avoid hitting solid objects.

telescoping tube failing

 

 

 

Driveline shaft

Lubricate every 20 hours of operation.

telescoping tube wearing

 

 

 

Blades wearing excessively

Raise cutting height.

 

 

Blades coming loose

Tighten blade hardware, refer to Service Cutting Blades in the “Maintenance and

 

Lubrication” section starting on page 24.

 

 

Blades breaking

Avoid solid objects.

 

 

Loose blade carrier

Tighten shaft nut to specified torque.

 

 

 

Replace gearbox bearings and / or shaft.

 

 

Blade carrier bent

Avoid hitting solid objects.

 

 

Excessive side skid wear

Adjust cutter height.

 

 

 

Raise cutting height.

 

 

Excessive vibration

Inspect and unlock blades.

 

 

 

Replace blade.

 

 

 

Replace blade carrier.

 

 

 

Replace Power Take Off or distribution shaft.

 

 

 

Disassemble and inspect for incorrectly located needles or damaged bearing cap.

 

 

Wing cylinder movement too slow

Remove elbow fitting and unplug orifice.

 

 

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Contents Rotary Cutters Table of Contents Safety at All Times Use Safety Lights and Devices Important Safety InformationUse a Safety Chain Practice Safe MaintenancePrepare for Emergencies Tire SafetyWear Protective Equipment Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard818-130C 818-240C 818-045C818-552C 818-540C 818-543C 818-561C 818-276C818-840C 818-830C 818-564C 838-094C 838-588C 818-556C818-230C 818-229CIntroduction Using This ManualApplication Owner Assistance Assembly and Set-up Pre-Assembly ChecklistTractor Requirements Before You StartWing Axle Assembly Hitch AssemblyHitch Types Standard Clevis HitchTractor Hook-up Driveline InstallationRefer to -4 on Hydraulic Hook-upCheck Driveline Length Refer to -6 on Unhooking From the CutterRefer to -1& -2 on Refer to -2 onAdjustments Cutting Height AdjustmentCenter and Wing Section Leveling Refer to -1 & FigureOperating Checklist Pre-Start ChecklistInspection Procedures Operating InstructionsRefer to -1& Figure Transport LocksTransporting Operating Speed Field Set-upWing Operating Angle Refer to -1& -2onGeneral Operating Instructions Driveline Turning AngleTable of Contents Shredder Blade Accessory Safety Guard OptionsBaffle Accessory Wheel OptionsHitch Options Hydraulic AccessoriesIndependently Controlled Deck Wings Duplex outletsTractor Maintenance General Maintenance InformationCutter Blade Maintenance Maintenance & LubricationLand Pride Cutter Blade Parts Drivelines With Slip ClutchesRefer to -7 & Table Below Clutch Disassembly, Inspection & AssemblyType a Clutches Clutch Run-In Type B Clutches Clutch Run-In Plate DisassemblyStep Refer to -8 View aSkid Shoe Maintenance Plate AssemblyLand Pride Skid Shoe Replacement Parts Center Skid ShoeLand Pride Touch-up Paint StorageWing Skid Shoe Lubrication Points Adjustable TurnbuckleHrs Axle Hub BearingDivider Box GearboxConventional Driveline Joints & Shields Intermediate Driveline JointsConventional Driveline Profile Tubes Constant Velocity Driveline Joints & Shields Constant Velocity Driveline Profile TubesType of Lubrication Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = Coat GenerouslyWing Driveline Joints & Shields Wing Driveline Profile TubesRC5020 & RCM5020 Specifications & CapacitiesRC5020 and RCM5020 Series At 2 Cutting Height RC5020 and RCM5020 Rotary Cutter Features and BenefitsFeatures Benefits Hinged wing sections Features and Benefits Of Optional EquipmentTroubleshooting Torque Values Chart Tire Inflation ChartAppendix Tire Size InflationGearbox WarrantyCorporate Office P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA
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The Land Pride RC5020 is a robust rotary cutter designed for agricultural and commercial applications, addressing the need for efficient vegetation management and land maintenance. This machine stands out in its class due to its exceptional durability and innovative features tailored for performance and reliability.

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