Land Pride RC45180 - Manual (Page 18)

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Section 4 Troubleshooting
RC45180 & RCM45180 Rotary Cutter 312-382M 7/14/08
Land Pride
Table of Contents
Section 4
Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
Oil seal leaking Drain to level fill hole
Replace seals
Clean off wrapped material and check seal areas daily
Power Take Off yoke
or shock cross failing Avoid hitting solid objects
Lubricate every 10 hours
Slip Clutches slip even with a light load Replace clutch plates
Remove foreign object
Bent Power Take Off shaft {Note: Power
Take Off shaft should be repaired or
replaced if bent} Reduce lift height in transport position
Reposition drawbar
Shorten Power Take Off shaft
Power Take Off shaft
telescoping tube failing Avoid hitting solid objects
Power Take Off shaft
telescoping tube wearing Lubricate every 50 hours of operation
Blades wearing excessively Raise cutting height
Blades coming loose Tighten blade hardware {refer to “Service Cutting Blades” on page 17}
Blades breaking Avoid solid objects
Loose blade carrier Replace gearbox bearings and / or shaft
Tighten shaft nut to specified torque
Blade carrier bent Avoid hitting solid objects
Excessive side skid wear Adjust cutter height
Raise cutting height
Excessive vibration Replace Power Take Off or distribution shaft
Replace blade carrier
Replace blade
Inspect and unlock blades
Disassemble and inspect for incorrectly located needles or damaged bearing cap
Replace each pair of blades on affected carrier
Wing cylinder movement too slow Remove elbow fitting and remove orifice