Land Pride RCR1884 User Manual download pdf (Page 24)

Section 3: Operating Instructions

RCR1884 Series Rotary Cutters 312-880M

9/24/08

Land Pride

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position making sure that the PTO shaft does not bind

and does not contact the cutter frame. Lower the cutter to

the ground and at a low engine speed engage the PTO.

If everything is running smoothly at a low idle, slowly

raise the cutter to transport height checking for bind or

chatter in the driveline. Lower the cutter to the ground

and increase the tractor’s engine rpm until it reaches the

cutter full PTO operating speed of 540 rpm. If everything

is still running smoothly, once more raise the cutter to

transport height to check for driveline bind or chatter.

Lower the cutter to the ground, return the engine to a low

idle, and disengage the PTO. Position the adjustable

stops on the tractor’s hydraulic lift lever so the cutter can

be consistently returned to the same cutting and

transport height.

You should now be ready to transport to your cutting site

at a safe ground speed. On roadways transport in such

a manner that faster moving vehicles can easily see you

and pass you safely. Reduce your speed when travelling

over rough and hilly terrain. Avoid quick or sharp steering

corrections. Take extra care to insure that the mower

doesn’t come into contact with obstacles such as trees,

buildings or fences. Use accessory lights and

appropriate reflective devices to provide adequate

warning to pedestrians and other vehicle operators when

traveling on public roads and in the dark of night. Comply

with all local, state and federal laws.

It is important that you inspect the area where you will be

cutting and clear it of safety hazards and foreign objects

either before or after you arrive at the cutting site. Never

assume the area is clear. Cut only in areas you are

familiar with and are free of debris and unseen objects.

Extremely tall grass should be cut twice to detect

potential hazards. In the event you do strike an object

stop the cutter and tractor immediately to inspect and

make necessary repairs to the cutter before resuming

operation. It really pays to inspect a new area and to

develop a safe plan before cutting.

You will need to maintain 540 rpm PTO speed and 2 to 5

mph ground speed to produce a clean cut. Make a tractor

gear and range selection that will enable you to maintain

these speed combinations. Generally the quality of cut is

better at lower ground speeds. Dense ground cover will

create the need to slow down even more. In certain

conditions tractor tires will roll grass down resulting in an

uneven cut when the grass fails to rebound. Should this

happens you may try reversing the direction of cut and/or

double cut to achieve the desired finish. Avoid very low

cutting heights especially on extremely uneven terrain.

Always cut downward on slopes and avoid crossing the

face of steep slopes. Avoid sharp drops and cross

diagonally through dips to prevent hanging up the tractor

and cutter. Slow down in turns. Remember to look back

often.

Now that you’re prepared and well briefed you may begin

cutting. Begin mowing by doing the following:

• Reducing the tractor’s engine rpm

• Make sure the cutter is on the ground in cutting position

• Engage the PTO

• Raise the engine rpm to the appropriate PTO speed

• Begin mowing.

Make wide turns when possible. Three-point hitch and

optional Quick-Hitch models can be lifted into transport

position to make tight turns and to reverse direction. Try

increasing or decreasing ground speed to determine the

effect on quality of cut. With a little practice you will be

pleased with what you and your Land Pride Rotary Cutter

can do.

Whether you are done mowing, need to take a break, or

just need to make a few adjustments to the cutter,

remember to always do the following:

• Reduce the tractor’s engine rpm

• Disengage the PTO

• Stop on level ground

• Set the park brake

• Turn off the engine and remove the key

• Stay on the tractor until the cutter blades have come to

a complete dead stop.

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