Land Pride RCR2584 Clutch Assembly and Disassembly, Storage, Table of Contents, Refer to Figure

Land Pride Table of Contents

Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication

Clutch Assembly and Disassembly

If the clutch run-in procedure, see "Clutch Run-In" on page 20, indicated that one or more of the friction disks did not slip, the clutch must be disassembled to separate the friction discs. Refer to the Parts Section of this manual for a detailed parts breakdown.

Refer to Figure 5-2:

Disassembly of the clutch is simply a matter of first remov- ing the spring retainer nuts (#1), springs (#2) and bolts (#3) from the assembly. Each friction disc (#4) must then be separated from the metal surface adjacent to it. Inspect all parts for excessive wear and condition. Clean all parts that do not require replacement.

Refer to Figure 5-3:

Install new friction discs if needed and reassemble all com- ponents in proper order. Progressively tighten each spring retainer bolt until the spring length is 1.010” to 1.120” for 540 RPM.

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Clutch Disassembly

Figure 5-2

The original friction disc thickness is 1/8" (3.2mm) and should be replaced if the thickness falls below 3/64" (1.1mm). If the clutches have been slipped to the point of "smoking", the friction discs may be damaged and should be replaced. Heat build-up may also affect the yoke joints.

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Clutch Adjustment

Figure 5-3

Storage

At the end of the working season or when the cutter will not be used for a long period, it is good practice to clean off any dirt or grease that may have accumulated on the cut- ter and any of the moving parts.

1.Clean the Rotary Cutter as necessary.

2.Check the blades for wear and replace if necessary, see "Service Cutting Blades", Page 20.

3.Inspect the cutter for loose, damaged or worn parts and adjust or replace as needed.

4.Lubricate as noted in "Lubrication", below.

5.Store the Rotary Cutter inside if possible for longer Rotary Cutter life.

6.Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to pre- vent rust. Ask your dealer for Aerosol Land Pride Beige touch-up paint #821-011C.

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