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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






