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Section 3: Operating Procedures
Operating Check List
The RCP2660, RCPM2660, RCP3060 & RCPM3060 Series Parallel Arm Hydraulic Rotary Cutters are uniquely versatile and powerfully productive cutting implement in the hands of a knowledgeable, skilled and responsible operator. These cutters are frequently operated on inclines in populated and high traffic areas. Therefore, it is absolutely essential that no one operates these cutters without first having read, fully understood and become totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make sure the operator has paid particular attention to:
•Important Safety Information, pages 1 to 9
•Section 1: Assembly & Set-up, page 12
•Section 2: Adjustments, page 25
•Section 3: Operating Procedures, page 27
•Section 6: Maintenance & Lubrication, page 37
Make the following inspections after attaching cutter to the tractor. See
1.Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in good working condition.
10.Check tractor safety equipment. Particularly check the ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) and the Operator Protective shield (optional, see page 31) to be sure both are in good working condition.
Transporting
!CAUTION
Always use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to operator’s of other vehicles when traveling on public roads, night or day. Comply with all federal, state and local laws.
!CAUTION
When traveling on public roads whether at night or during the day, use accessory light and devices for adequate warning to operators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state and local laws.
!CAUTION
Always disengage tractor PTO before transporting cutter to avoid injury from thrown objects or blade contact.
2.Carefully raise and lower implement with tractor
3.Lubricate Rotary Cutter as needed. Refer to “Lubrication Points” on page 40.
4.Check cutter initially and periodically for loose bolts and Pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart” on page 48.
5.Check all guards and shields to make certain they are in good working condition and in place.
6.Check all hoses and wires to be sure that they will not contact PTO driveline.
7.Inspect Hydraulic hoses for wear, damage and hydraulic leaks. See “Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard” on page 3. Replace damaged and worn hoses 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 transport position, PTO disengaged and completely stopped, and the transport safety chain is engaged in the deck hook. 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 blade carrier hub nuts are tight.
!CAUTION
The cutter is
1.Disengage tractor PTO.
2.If provided, set Float Switch to “OFF”. Make sure LED light is “OFF”.
3.Retract both parallel arms and position deck vertically with blades facing outboard (away from tractor).
4.Manually hook transport safety chain to deck hook as shown in Figure
5.Raise hitch up to provide 8" - 12" clearance between deck and ground.
6.Always transport to the work site at a safe speed. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely. A slow moving vehicle sign should always be properly displayed when using public roads or
7.Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning; and leave enough clearance so the Rotary Cutter does not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees or fences.
8.When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor to a lower gear.
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