John Deere RC8M, RC10M, RC10R, RC14R Multi-Spindle Rotary Cutters Operator Manual OMFH347288

Description

• Model List:
  • RC8M Multi-Spindle Rotary Cutter
  • RC10M Multi-Spindle Rotary Cutter
  • RC10R Multi-Spindle Rotary Cutter
  • RC14R Multi-Spindle Rotary Cutter

• 1. Introduction
• 1.1. Foreword
• 1.2. Machine Identification
• 1.3. Trademarks
• 1.4. Glossary of Terms
• 1.5. Preliminary Checks
• 1.6. Regions and Country Versions
• 1.7. Machine Overview
• 1.8. Record Rotary Cutter Serial Number
• 1.9. Keep Proof of Ownership
• 1.10. Keep Machines Secure
• 1.11. Recognize Safety Information
• 1.12. Understand Signal Words
• 1.13. Follow Safety Instructions
• 1.14. Protect Bystanders
• 1.15. Stay Clear of Rotating Blades
• 1.16. Operate Tractor and Cutter Safely
• 1.17. Back up Safely
• 1.18. Park Machine Safely
• 1.19. Keep Riders Off Machine
• 1.20. Prepare for Emergencies
• 1.21. Wear Protective Clothing
• 1.22. Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
• 1.23. Use Safety Lights and Devices
• 1.24. Tow Loads Safely
• 1.25. Observe Maximum Transport Speed
• 1.26. Tire Maximum Transport Speeds
• 1.27. Transport Safely
• 1.28. Use a Safety Chain
• 1.29. Avoid Serious Injury or Death from Accidental Lowering of Cutter
• 1.30. Practice Safe Maintenance
• 1.31. Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
• 1.32. Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
• 1.33. Check Hoses for Damage
• 1.34. Avoid HighPressure Fluids
• 1.35. Store Attachments Safely
• 1.36. Safety Features
• 2. Safety Signs
• 2.1. Replace Safety Signs
• 2.2. Safety SignsDrivelines
• 2.3. Safety SignsDriveline Shields
• 2.4. Safety SignsHitch
• 2.5. Safety SignsDeck
• 2.6. Safety SignsDeck
• 3. Preparing the Tractor
• 3.1. Selecting Tractor PTO Speed
• 3.2. Positioning Tractor DrawbarPullType
• 3.3. Positioning Tractor DrawbarLiftType and SemiMount
• 3.4. Adjusting Tractor HitchPullType
• 3.5. Adjusting Tractor HitchLiftType and SemiMount
• 3.6. Recommended Tractor Hydraulic Outlets (PullType and SemiMount)
• 3.7. Checking Ballast, Wheel Spacing, and Tire Inflation
• 3.8. Determining Front Ballast (LiftType and SemiMount)
• 4. Preparing the Machine
• 4.1. Prestarting Checklist
• 4.2. Positioning Hitch PinsLiftType (RC8M RC10M)
• 4.3. Positioning Hitch PinsLiftType (RC10R RC14R)
• 4.4. Checking Tailwheel Support VBolt Torque
• 4.5. Positioning Hitch PinsSemiMount
• 4.5.1. SemiMount
• 4.5.2. SemiMount with Hydraulic Offset
• 4.6. Checking Tailwheel Support VBolt Torque (PullType and SemiMount)
• 4.7. Adjusting Tailwheel Spacing (PullType and SemiMount)
• 4.8. Adjusting Tailwheel Spacing (RC10R RC14R)
• 4.9. Adjusting Cutting Height/Tailwheel Position (LiftType)
• 4.10. Installing Rubber Deflectors RC8M Models
• 4.10.1. Installation Procedure for Front and Rear Rubber Deflectors (Australia)
• 4.11. Installing Rubber Deflectors RC10M Models
• 4.11.1. Installation Procedure for Front and Rear Rubber Deflectors (Australia)
• 4.12. Installing Rubber Deflectors RC10R Models
• 4.12.1. Installation Procedure for Front and Rear Rubber Deflectors (Australia)
• 4.13. Installing Rubber Deflectors RC14R Models
• 4.13.1. Installation Procedure for Front and Rear Rubber Deflectors (Australia)
• 5. Attaching and Detaching
• 5.1. Attach LiftType or SemiMount Cutter to Tractor with Quick Coupler Hitch
• 5.2. Attach LiftType or SemiMount Cutter to Tractor with ThreePoint Hitch
• 5.3. Adjusting Hitch Clevis (PullType)
• 5.4. Attaching PullType Cutter to Tractor Drawbar
• 5.5. Attach PTO Driveline
• 5.6. Attaching to Tractor Hydraulic System (PullType or SemiMount)
• 5.7. Connecting Tail/Warning Light Wiring Harness to Tractor (If Equipped)
• 5.8. Detach Cutter from Tractor
• 6. Transporting
• 6.1. Prepare Cutter for Transport
• 6.2. Follow Safe Transport Procedures
• 6.3. Lighting Enhancement Module Operation (If Equipped)
• 6.4. Driving Cutter in Turns
• 6.5. Keep Riders off Machine
• 7. Operating the Machine
• 7.1. Preparing Cutter for OperationLiftType
• 7.2. Prepare Cutter for OperationPullType and SemiMount
• 7.3. Adjust Cutting HeightLiftType (RC8M RC10M)
• 7.4. Adjusting Cutting HeightLiftType (RC10R RC14R)
• 7.5. Adjust Cutting HeightPullType
• 7.6. Adjust Cutting HeightSemiMount
• 7.7. Positioning Cutter (SemiMount with Hydraulic Offset)
• 7.8. Keep Riders off Machine
• 7.9. Follow Safe Operating Procedures
• 7.10. Operating the Cutter for Best Performance
• 7.11. Turning CutterLiftType and SemiMount
• 7.12. Turning CutterPullType
• 7.13. Attachments Available
• 8. xxLubrication and Maintenance
• 8.1. Lubricating and Maintaining Machine Safely
• 8.2. Multipurpose Extreme Pressure (EP) Grease
• 8.3. Gear Case Oil
• 8.4. Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
• 8.5. Mixing of Lubricants
• 8.6. Lubricant Storage
• 8.7. Perform Lubrication and Maintenance
• 8.8. Observe Lubrication Symbols
• 8.9. Service Intervals Chart
• 8.10. Keep Cutter Clean
• 8.11. Check Gear Case Oil Level
• 8.12. Axle Beam PivotsPullType and SemiMount (RC8M RC10M)
• 8.13. Axle Beam PivotsPullType, Left and RightHand Side (RC10R RC14R)
• 8.14. Lubricate PTO DrivelinePullType, LiftType and SemiMount (RC8M RC10M)
• 8.15. Lubricate PTO DrivelinePullType (RC10R RC14R)
• 8.16. Lubricate PTO DrivelineLiftType (RC10R RC14R)
• 8.17. Lubricate Intermediate DrivelinePullType (RC10R RC14R)
• 8.18. Cross Shaft Driveline, Left and RightHand Side (RC14R)
• 8.19. Checking Tailwheel Nut Torque
• 8.20. Checking Tire Inflation Pressure (Severe Duty Ag Tires)
• 8.21. Swivel HitchIf Equipped (PullType) (RC8M/RC10M RC10R/RC14R)
• 8.22. Bellcrank (PullType) (RC8M RC10M)
• 8.23. Bellcrank (PullType) (Left and RightHand Side) (RC10R RC14R)
• 8.24. Hitch Arms, SemiMount with Hydraulic Offset (Left and RightHand Side) (RC8M RC10M)
• 8.25. Tailwheel Spindles (LiftType and SemiMount) (RC8M RC10M)
• 8.26. Tailwheel Bearings (RC8M/RC10M RC10R/RC14R)
• 8.27. Tighten Gear Case Mounting Hardware (RC8M/RC10M RC10R/RC14R)
• 8.28. Tighten Blade Holder Hardware (RC8M RC10M)
• 8.29. Check Blade Hardware Torque (RC8M/RC10M RC10R/RC14R)
• 8.30. Driveline Inner Shaft
• 8.31. Changing Gear Case Oil Level
• 8.32. Checking Driveline Shields
• 8.33. Freeing Slip Clutch (RC8M RC10M)
• 8.34. Freeing Slip Clutch (RC10R RC14R)
• 9. Service
• 9.1. Practice Safe Service Procedures
• 9.2. Work in Clean Area
• 9.3. Service Tires Safely
• 9.4. Service Severe Duty Ag Tires Safely
• 9.5. Disassembling and Inspecting Slip Clutch
• 9.6. Assembling Slip Clutch (RC8M RC10M)
• 9.7. Assembling Slip Clutch (RC10R RC14R)
• 9.8. Removing and Installing PTO DrivelineLiftType and SemiMount (RC8M RC10M)
• 9.9. Removing and Installing PTO DrivelineLiftType (RC10R RC14R)
• 9.10. Removing and Installing PTO DrivelinesPullType (RC8M RC10M)
• 9.11. Removing and Installing PTO DrivelinesPullType (RC10R RC14R)
• 9.12. Checking Blade Wear
• 9.13. Replacing Blades
• 9.14. Installing Blades (Blade Bolt and Bushing Hardware Equipped Only)
• 9.15. Direction of Blade Rotation (RC8M RC10M)
• 9.16. Direction of Blade Rotation
• 9.17. Timing Blade Holders
• 9.18. Replacing Skid Shoes
• 9.19. Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
• 9.20. Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
• 10. Assembly
• 10.1. Assembly Instructions
• 11. Specifications
• 11.1. RC8M Specifications
• 11.2. RC10M Specifications
• 11.3. RC10R Specifications
• 11.4. RC14R Specifications
• 11.5. Technical Information
• 11.6. John Deere Is At Your Service