Land Pride RCM6510 - Manual (Page 28)

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Section 3: Operating Instructions
RC5510 & RC6510 (540 RPM) RCM5510 & RCM6510 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutter 330-057M 5/29/13
Table of Contents
Transport Lock
The cutter wing will need to be raised before transporting
on a roadway, through narrow gate openings, and when
servicing the deck underside.
1. Disengage tractor PTO and wait for cutter blades to
come to a complete stop before raising cutter wing.
2. Raise cutter wing fully up with hydraulics.
3. Place tractor gear selector in park, shut tractor
engine off, remove switch key, and dismount from
tractor.
4. See Figure 3-4 on page 27: Remove hairpin cotter
(#1) from lock pin (#2). Remove transport lock bar
(#3) from storage position.
5. See Figure 3-5 on page 27: Swing transport lock
bar (#3) down to locked position and place over lock
pin (#4). Secure with hairpin cotter (#1).
Transporting
!
WARNING
Always raise wing and set transport lock before transporting
from one work site to another and before traveling on public
roadways. The wing can fall if not secured with transport lock
causing a serious injury or death.
!
WARNING
When traveling on public roads, use accessory lights, SMV
sign, clean reflectors, and other adequate devices to warn
operators in other vehicles of your presence. Always comply
with all federal, state, and local laws.
!
WARNING
Do not exceed maximum transport speed of 20 MPH with
cutter attached. Travel below 20 MPH on rough terrain. The
cutter can lose a tire or tires can break apart causing the
operator to lose control of tractor and/or implement.
1. Select a safe ground speed when transporting from
one area to another. Maximum transport speed for
the Rotary Cutter is 20 mph. DO NOT EXCEED.
IMPORTANT: Always disengage tractor’s PTO &
wait for blades to come to a complete stop before
raising cutter wing to transport position. Wing
driveline, gearbox, and splitter gearbox can be
damaged if driveline is turning.
NOTE: The wing is controlled with a hydraulic lift
cylinder. Be certain that the wing hydraulics are
attached to the tractor and the hydraulic hoses are
full of oil before proceeding.
IMPORTANT: Make slow tight turns to the right and
left to determine if and at what angle the rear tractor
tires may come in contact with the deck and/or hitch.
2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning
and leave enough clearance so the cutter does not
contact obstacles such as buildings, trees, or fences.
3. Always raise wing and set transport lock to keep the
wing deck from falling before traveling on public
roadways.
4. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over
rough or hilly terrain.
Field Set-up
!
WARNING
The following operational procedures should be carried out
by the tractor operator. Other persons should be cleared of the
area. All cutter operations including field set-up should be
stopped when other persons are in the vicinity.
Lower Wing Down & Set Cutting Height
Refer to Figure 3-3:
1. Inspect wing blade carrier and cutting blades prior to
lowering the wing and powering the cutter.
Refer to Figure 3-5 on page 27:
2. Raise wing up to release any tension on transport
lock bar (#3). Remove hairpin cotter (#1) and
transport lock bar from transport lock pin (#4).
Refer to Figure 3-4 on page 27:
3. Rotate transport lock bar (#3) up to stored position
and over lock pin (#2). Secure lock bar with hairpin
cotter (#1).
4. Lower wing section to down position.
5. Adjust cutter to field cutting height. For detailed
instructions, see “Cutting Height Adjustment” on
page 22.
Set Wing Lift Lever In Float Position
Use the float position of your tractor’s hydraulic system to
provide automatic floating of the wing for varying terrain
conditions. This will ensure that the wing gauge wheel is
in continuous contact with the ground at all times.
IMPORTANT: Cutting blades may become locked
together (overlapped) when wing is raised for
transport. Operating cutter in this condition will
result in severe deck vibration. Inspect wing for
locked blades prior to power-on operation. Use a pry
bar or other tool to separate blades.
IMPORTANT: The wing folding levers should be in
float position to avoid damage to the wing hydraulic
cylinders and axles while cutting on uneven terrain.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate this cutter under any
terrain conditions where, on a continuous cut, the
wing hinge angle exceeds 45 degrees up. Damage
to the wing driveline and gearboxes can occur.