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

Table of Content:

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
2 Safety
2.1 Recognize Safety Information
2.2 Understand Signal Words
2.3 Follow Safety Instructions
2.4 Protect Bystanders
2.5 Stay Clear of Rotating Blades
2.6 Operate Tractor and Cutter Safely
2.7 Back up Safely
2.8 Park Machine Safely
2.9 Keep Riders Off Machine
2.10 Prepare for Emergencies
2.11 Wear Protective Clothing
2.12 Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
2.13 Use Safety Lights and Devices
2.14 Tow Loads Safely
2.15 Observe Maximum Transport Speed
2.16 Tire Maximum Transport Speeds
2.17 Transport Safely
2.18 Use a Safety Chain
2.19 Avoid Serious Injury or Death from Accidental Lowering of Cutter
2.20 Practice Safe Maintenance
2.21 Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
2.22 Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
2.23 Check Hoses for Damage
2.24 Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
2.25 Store Attachments Safely
2.26 Safety Features
3 Safety Signs
3.1 Replace Safety Signs
3.2 Safety Signs?Drivelines
3.3 Safety Signs?Driveline Shields
3.4 Safety Signs?Hitch
3.5 Safety Signs?Deck
3.6 Safety Signs?Deck
4 Preparing the Tractor
4.1 Selecting Tractor PTO Speed
4.2 Positioning Tractor Drawbar?Pull-Type
4.3 Positioning Tractor Drawbar?Lift-Type and Semi-Mount
4.4 Adjusting Tractor Hitch?Pull-Type
4.5 Adjusting Tractor Hitch?Lift-Type and Semi-Mount
4.6 Recommended Tractor Hydraulic Outlets (Pull-Type and Semi-Mount)
4.7 Checking Ballast, Wheel Spacing, and Tire Inflation
4.8 Determining Front Ballast (Lift-Type and Semi-Mount)
5 Preparing the Machine
5.1 Prestarting Checklist
5.2 Positioning Hitch Pins?Lift-Type (RC8M & RC10M)
5.3 Positioning Hitch Pins?Lift-Type (RC10R & RC14R)
5.4 Checking Tailwheel Support V-Bolt Torque
5.5 Positioning Hitch Pins?Semi-Mount
5.6 Checking Tailwheel Support V-Bolt Torque (Pull-Type and Semi-Mount)
5.7 Adjusting Tailwheel Spacing (Pull-Type and Semi-Mount)
5.8 Adjusting Tailwheel Spacing (RC10R & RC14R)
5.9 Adjusting Cutting Height/Tailwheel Position (Lift-Type)
5.10 Installing Rubber Deflectors – RC8M Models
5.11 Installing Rubber Deflectors – RC10M Models
5.12 Installing Rubber Deflectors – RC10R Models
5.13 Installing Rubber Deflectors – RC14R Models
6 Attaching and Detaching
6.1 Attach Lift-Type or Semi-Mount Cutter to Tractor with Quick Coupler Hitch
6.2 Attach Lift-Type or Semi-Mount Cutter to Tractor with Three-Point Hitch
6.3 Adjusting Hitch Clevis (Pull-Type)
6.4 Attaching Pull-Type Cutter to Tractor Drawbar
6.5 Attach PTO Driveline
6.6 Attaching to Tractor Hydraulic System (Pull-Type or Semi-Mount)
6.7 Connecting Tail/Warning Light Wiring Harness to Tractor (If Equipped)
6.8 Detach Cutter from Tractor
7 Transporting
7.1 Prepare Cutter for Transport
7.2 Follow Safe Transport Procedures
7.3 Lighting Enhancement Module Operation (If Equipped)
7.4 Driving Cutter in Turns
7.5 Keep Riders off Machine
8 Operating the Machine
8.1 Preparing Cutter for Operation?Lift-Type
8.2 Prepare Cutter for Operation?Pull-Type and Semi-Mount
8.3 Adjust Cutting Height?Lift-Type (RC8M & RC10M)
8.4 Adjusting Cutting Height?Lift-Type (RC10R & RC14R)
8.5 Adjust Cutting Height?Pull-Type
8.6 Adjust Cutting Height?Semi-Mount
8.7 Positioning Cutter (Semi-Mount with Hydraulic Offset)
8.8 Keep Riders off Machine
8.9 Follow Safe Operating Procedures
8.10 Operating the Cutter for Best Performance
8.11 Turning Cutter?Lift-Type and Semi-Mount
8.12 Turning Cutter?Pull-Type
8.13 Attachments Available
9 x`x`Lubrication and Maintenance
9.1 Lubricating and Maintaining Machine Safely
9.2 Multipurpose Extreme Pressure (EP) Grease
9.3 Gear Case Oil
9.4 Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
9.5 Mixing of Lubricants
9.6 Lubricant Storage
9.7 Perform Lubrication and Maintenance
9.8 Observe Lubrication Symbols
9.9 Service Intervals Chart
9.10 Keep Cutter Clean
9.11 Check Gear Case Oil Level
9.12 Axle Beam Pivots?Pull-Type and Semi-Mount (RC8M & RC10M)
9.13 Axle Beam Pivots?Pull-Type, Left and Right-Hand Side (RC10R & RC14R)
9.14 Lubricate PTO Driveline?Pull-Type, Lift-Type and Semi-Mount (RC8M & RC10M)
9.15 Lubricate PTO Driveline?Pull-Type (RC10R & RC14R)
9.16 Lubricate PTO Driveline?Lift-Type (RC10R & RC14R)
9.17 Lubricate Intermediate Driveline?Pull-Type (RC10R & RC14R)
9.18 Cross Shaft Driveline, Left and Right-Hand Side (RC14R)
9.19 Checking Tailwheel Nut Torque
9.20 Checking Tire Inflation Pressure (Severe Duty Ag Tires)
9.21 Swivel Hitch?If Equipped (Pull-Type) (RC8M/RC10M & RC10R/RC14R)
9.22 Bellcrank (Pull-Type) (RC8M & RC10M)
9.23 Bellcrank (Pull-Type) (Left and Right-Hand Side) (RC10R & RC14R)
9.24 Hitch Arms, Semi-Mount with Hydraulic Offset (Left and Right-Hand Side) (RC8M & RC10M)
9.25 Tailwheel Spindles (Lift-Type and Semi-Mount) (RC8M & RC10M)
9.26 Tailwheel Bearings (RC8M/RC10M & RC10R/RC14R)
9.27 Tighten Gear Case Mounting Hardware (RC8M/RC10M & RC10R/RC14R)
9.28 Tighten Blade Holder Hardware (RC8M & RC10M)
9.29 Check Blade Hardware Torque (RC8M/RC10M & RC10R/RC14R)
9.30 Driveline Inner Shaft
9.31 Changing Gear Case Oil Level
9.32 Checking Driveline Shields
9.33 Freeing Slip Clutch (RC8M & RC10M)
9.34 Freeing Slip Clutch (RC10R & RC14R)
10 Service
10.1 Practice Safe Service Procedures
10.2 Work in Clean Area
10.3 Service Tires Safely
10.4 Service Severe Duty Ag Tires Safely
10.5 Disassembling and Inspecting Slip Clutch
10.6 Assembling Slip Clutch (RC8M & RC10M)
10.7 Assembling Slip Clutch (RC10R & RC14R)
10.8 Removing and Installing PTO Driveline?Lift-Type and Semi-Mount (RC8M & RC10M)
10.9 Removing and Installing PTO Driveline?Lift-Type (RC10R & RC14R)
10.10 Removing and Installing PTO Drivelines?Pull-Type (RC8M & RC10M)
10.11 Removing and Installing PTO Drivelines?Pull-Type (RC10R & RC14R)
10.12 Checking Blade Wear
10.13 Replacing Blades
10.14 Installing Blades (Blade Bolt and Bushing Hardware Equipped Only)
10.15 Direction of Blade Rotation (RC8M & RC10M)
10.16 Direction of Blade Rotation
10.17 Timing Blade Holders
10.18 Replacing Skid Shoes
10.19 Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
10.20 Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
11 Assembly
11.1 Assembly Instructions
12 Specifications
12.1 RC8M Specifications
12.2 RC10M Specifications
12.3 RC10R Specifications
12.4 RC14R Specifications
12.5 Technical Information
12.6 John Deere Is At Your Service