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Section 1 - Safety

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

The Safety Alert Symbol means:

ATTENTION!

BECOME ALERT!

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

The Safety Alert Symbol combined with a Signal Word alert to the presence of a hazard and the
degree of possible injury.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not

avoided, WILL result in DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

The color is Red with White lettering.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not

avoided, COULD result in DEATH OR SERIOUS

INJURY, and includes hazards that are exposed when

guards are removed or unsafe practices. The color is

Orange with Black lettering.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not

avoided, MAY result in MINOR INJURY. The color is

Yellow with Black lettering.

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Summary of Contents for NT Rockpicker NT60E

Page 1: ...O p e r a t o r s M a n u a l E15756V1_A NT Rockpicker NT60E...

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Page 4: ...g Ltd All rights reserved The content of this manual was based on the most current information available as of the date of copyright It is the policy of Highline Manufacturing Limited to improve and d...

Page 5: ...nt operation of your Rockpicker In the manual you will find safety procedures maintenance routines and detailed operational instructions If you find that you require information not covered in this ma...

Page 6: ...Torque the lug nuts 6 Disengage the parking brake 6 Check that the signal and brake lights 7 Check that the brakes are working 7 Section 3 Preparing the Rockpicker Preparing the Rockpicker 1 Ensure th...

Page 7: ...r 7 Adjust the rock reel speed 7 The Emergency Breakaway Braking System 8 To Reset the Breakaway Braking System 8 Unloading the Rock Bucket 9 Removing Rocks Lodged in the Apron 10 Rock Removal Approac...

Page 8: ...apron transport locks 4 Engage the parking brake 5 Place the jack onto the hitch 5 Disconnect the hydraulic hoses 5 Disconnect the electrical connection 5 Disconnect the rockpicker brake line 6 Discon...

Page 9: ...lic power from the tractor to position the apron and to rotate the reel with the spring loaded rock bats When the Rockpicker is moving from transport position to working position a hydraulic cylinder...

Page 10: ...not near people or animals Any uses of the Rockpicker other than the above stated Intended Uses shall be considered misuse of the Rockpicker This misuse shall include but not limited to Using the Rock...

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Page 12: ...number is found on the serial number plate 1 attached to the NT60E Rockpicker on the left front frame member It is important to record the serial number for proof of ownership and for any service or m...

Page 13: ...and Maintenance information presented in this manual Do not operate or allow someone to operate this equipment until this information has been reviewed This information should be reviewed by all opera...

Page 14: ...uation that if not avoided WILL result in DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY The color is Red with White lettering Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided COULD result in DEATH OR SERIOUS...

Page 15: ...rudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation transport maintenance and storage of the NT Rockpicker 3 The NT Rockpicker shall not be operated without all the guards in place SAFE...

Page 16: ...erious injury or death Do not use hands or feet to remove a lodged rock APPROPRIATE PROCEDURES FOR DISLODGING ROCKS ARE OUTLINED IN THE OPERATOR S MANUAL AND MUST BE FOLLOWED DO NOT CONTACT THE ROTATI...

Page 17: ...NS BACK WHEN MOVING THE HITCH The hitch can move quickly Contact with the moving hitch can cause serious injury or death UPENDING HAZARD The tongue can rise rapidly when the bucket is lifted Use a cle...

Page 18: ...lic system before repairing adjusting or disconnecting Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for leaks Use wood or cardboard instead of hands Keep all components in good repair STAND CLEA...

Page 19: ...ssure hydraulic fluid which may cause serious injury Shut off the tractor remove the key disconnect the hydraulic hoses and safely drain accumulators before performing any maintenance on the hydraulic...

Page 20: ...ctions and safety messages contain important information Allow only responsible properly instructed individuals to operate and service the machine Failure to follow the instructions and safety message...

Page 21: ...Section 1 Safety NTCE SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS Page 1 10...

Page 22: ...is designed for off road use only To transport on public roads consult with local traffic regulations Do not transport the rockpicker with rocks in the bucket Do not transport the rockpicker with the...

Page 23: ...onnect the hitch to the tractor drawbar Use a 1 1 4 31 75 mm pin Use a clevis to attach the hitch Do not disconnect the hitch when the bucket is lifted There is an upending hazard at the hitch when th...

Page 24: ...for the signal lights 8 Connect the rockpicker brake line 1 to the tractor 9 Connect the emergency break away chain 2 to the tractor Accumulators contain high pressure hydraulic fluid which may cause...

Page 25: ...de of the apron Install the apron locks on both sides when transporting or when servicing the rockpicker Serious injury from the apron lowering could result if both locks are not installed The locks p...

Page 26: ...sten with the clip pin 15 Ensure the reel lockout access panel 1 is closed and latched 16 Lower and lock the reel cage Ensure the cage locks 2 are engaged on both sides 17 Move the hitch into the tran...

Page 27: ...ed and engaged in the hitch linkage before transporting 19 Check the condition of the tires Ensure that the lug nuts have the cone side against the wheel rim Torque the lug nuts to 200 214 lbs ft 270...

Page 28: ...hat the signal and brake lights are working 22 Check that the brakes are working by pressing on the brake pedal in the tractor Do not transport the rockpicker with rocks in the bucket Do not transport...

Page 29: ...Section 2 Transporting the Rockpicker This Page Left Blank Page 2 8...

Page 30: ...using injury or death Keep clear of the machine as rocks may bounce off the sides in an unpredictable manner Do not enter the pickup reel apron area Contact with the moving pickup reel or spring loade...

Page 31: ...rotate the valve when the cage is opened Check that the clamping bolt is tight on the valve rotate arm The hydraulic lockout valve is a safety device that closes to cut off hydraulic flow to the reel...

Page 32: ...Check that the upper and lower bolts on each tine are tight Install the apron locks on both sides when servicing the rockpicker Serious injury from the apron lowering could result if both locks are no...

Page 33: ...tubes will prevent the apron from fully lowering onto the frame Rocks or debris may wedge between the apron and the frame preventing the apron from lowering On the left side look along the shielding...

Page 34: ...e Model Tire Pressure NT60E 62 psi 427 Kpa 12 Lower and lock the reel cage Ensure the cage latches 1 are engaged on both sides 13 Ensure the reel lockout access door 2 is closed and latched 14 Ensure...

Page 35: ...than Position 2 to give greater visibility of the picking process This hitch position also moves the rockpicker out of the compression zone left by the dual rear tractor tires Position 2 is for tracto...

Page 36: ...m pin 3 Rotate the swing arm outward Remove the carriage bolts and locknuts 5 holding the insert 4 in the storage position Remove the insert 4 from the storage position Install the insert 4 into the s...

Page 37: ...pin Remove the swing arm pin 3 Rotate the swing arm outward Remove the carriage bolts and locknuts 5 holding the insert 4 Remove the insert 4 Install the insert 4 into the storage position Fasten the...

Page 38: ...y or death Keep clear of the machine as rocks may bounce off the sides in an unpredictable manner Do not contact the rotating pickup reel Contact with the moving pickup reel or spring loaded bats will...

Page 39: ...e of the rock picker For best picking conditions the field should be cultivated prior to picking Cultivating brings stones to the surface and buries field residues 1 Engage the parking brake actuator...

Page 40: ...pressure Contact will cause serious injury or death 4 Raise the hitch transport lock 1 from the hitch linkage to allow the hitch to move into the working position 5 Remove the apron transport locks fr...

Page 41: ...in Storage Left Side 216229C Transport Lock in Storage Right Side 216230C Right Side Remove the clip pin Remove the apron lock 1 on the right side of the apron 6 Place the transport locks 1 into the s...

Page 42: ...age the parking brake actuator located on the left rear upright Rotate the handle 1 to loosen the brake cables 10 Check that the rockpicker brake line 1 is connected to the tractor Accumulators contai...

Page 43: ...ction 3 Preparing the Rockpicker Hitch Working Positions for information on how to move hitch components for the desired hitch position To move the hitch into working position Keep people back when mo...

Page 44: ...may be necessary to raise the apron 14 Operate the rockpicker at a field speed of 3 4 mph 5 6 kmh Stay back from the rockpicker while in operation Rotating bats may throw rocks causing injury or death...

Page 45: ...ransporting or picking rocks the chain 3 on the breakaway will pull against the spring loaded valve actuation lever 1 When the lever passes a certain point a pin 2 will lock the actuator open This wil...

Page 46: ...isconnect the hitch when the bucket is lifted There is an upending hazard at the hitch when the bucket is lifted Unloading the Rock Bucket 1 Turn off the rock reel 2 Back the rockpicker onto level gro...

Page 47: ...y remove rocks while the hydraulic motor is engaged U Try Rock Removal Approach 1 before attempting Rock Removal Approach 2 Rock Removal Approach 2 increases the level of danger to the operator U Foll...

Page 48: ...e apron reel pickup area Use extreme caution to prevent harm from moving parts The spring loaded bats and the rock that is lodged are under spring pressure that may release at any time Complete all th...

Page 49: ...andle 1 Lift the reel cage just enough to allow the access panel to be swung outward Note Do not lift the cage all the way at this point The cage will be fully lifted once the reel lockout is in place...

Page 50: ...ng Place the lockout 1 onto the splines of the reel shaft 10 Tighten the bolts 2 of the lockout against the rockpicker apron Tighten the bolts so that the reel will not move Check that the reel is sec...

Page 51: ...tation This work position is to prevent the spring pressure on the bat from throwing the lodged rock that will cause injury or moving the bat swiftly and causing serious injury Position the lower clam...

Page 52: ...the bat compressor tool to restore the bat spring pressure 18 Remove the compressor tool from the bat and the center reel rod 19 Place the compressor tool into the storage location on the back of the...

Page 53: ...Place the reel lockout 1 into the storage position on the inside of the access panel Fasten with the clip pin 2 to hold the lock 23 Close the reel lockout access panel 1 and lock in place 24 Lower th...

Page 54: ...while working on the machine Rock Bucket Do not work under a loaded bucket Empty the bucket before doing maintenance under the bucket When the bucket is raised place the bucket locks onto the lift cyl...

Page 55: ...ocks must be removed before hydraulic pressure is applied to lower the bucket Failure to remove both locks may result in damage to the rockpicker 1 Raise the bucket to remove the pressure on the locks...

Page 56: ...th a lithium soap compatible E P grease meeting the N L G I 2 specifications and containing no more than 1 molybdenum disulfide Every 100 Hours Lubricate the pickup reel bearings 2 points Grease the R...

Page 57: ...he Gearbox Oil Remove the plug at the bottom of the gearbox 3 to drain the oil Replace the plug To add oil Remove the top vent plug 2 Remove the lower plug 1 on the face of the gearbox for checking oi...

Page 58: ...ious injury from the apron lowering could result if both locks are not installed The upper tine bolts have nut keepers The tines can be tightened from the bolt head Visually Inspect Hydraulic Hoses Fi...

Page 59: ...explosion Do not weld on the accumulator shell Changing the Reel Springs Shut down the tractor and remove the key before repairing servicing Engage the parking brake if equipped while working on the m...

Page 60: ...emove all pressure from the spring 7 Remove the spring cover plate bolt 2 8 Remove the cover plates 1 and springs Installing the Springs Note There are 2 types of spring holding assemblies One type ha...

Page 61: ...spring tension bolt 5 to place tension onto the springs 7 Tighten the tension bolt jamnut 6 8 Tighten the cover plate bolt 4 9 Install the bolt 7 to prevent the tension bolt from moving up Tighten ju...

Page 62: ...the spring tension bolt 5 6 Fully tighten the spring tension bolt 5 to place tension onto the springs 7 Tighten the tension bolt jamnut 6 8 Tighten the cover plate bolt 4 9 Install the bolt 7 to prev...

Page 63: ...ve body 1 Ensure the valve stem bolt 1 is tight 2 Ensure the clamping bolt 2 is tight 3 Adjust the valve movement Loosen the locknuts 3 on the adjustment rod 4 Turn the adjustment rod 4 Lift and lower...

Page 64: ...rock bucket The apron locks will be re installed later Fully raise the apron to remove any pressure on the apron transport locks Note Do not lower the apron or raise the bucket when the apron transpor...

Page 65: ...Place the transport locks 1 into the storage brackets on the outside of the cage Fasten in place with the clip pin 2 3 Empty the bucket of all the rocks Do not disconnect the hitch when the bucket is...

Page 66: ...r debris on the frame tubes will prevent the apron from fully lowering onto the frame Rocks or debris may wedge between the apron and the frame preventing the apron from lowering 6 Lower the bucket 7...

Page 67: ...e reel cage 11 Install the apron transport locks The locks prevent the apron from lowering by limiting the movement to resting on the rockpicker frame Install the apron lock 1 on the left side of the...

Page 68: ...e storage position Pin the jack in place on the hitch Ensure that the jack is resting on solid level ground or resting on a wood block Raise the hitch until the weight is supported by the jack 15 Disc...

Page 69: ...o the tractor 18 Disconnect the emergency break away chain 2 to the tractor 19 Secure the hydraulic hoses brake line and electrical connector to the holder on the hitch to keep them off the ground and...

Page 70: ...Section 5 for the greasing procedures 22 Lower and lock the reel cage 23 Change the oil in the gearbox See Section 5 for the oil changing procedures Fill the gearbox to the oil level as outlined in th...

Page 71: ...Section 6 Storing the Rockpicker This Page Left Blank Page 6 8...

Page 72: ...into Position 2 Single Tractor Tires Move hitch parts for Position 2 See Section 3 Setting the Hitch for Position 2 Parking Brake Release the parking brake Hitch not moving into transport position Hy...

Page 73: ...tion between the hydraulic drive motor and the gearbox Check the oil level in the drive box Bogie wheel running off center Bogie wheel bushings Change the bogie wheel bushing Check the bogie wheel con...

Page 74: ...cket Symptom Problem Solution Bucket will not raise Hydraulic Check hydraulic connections lines and cylinders Too much weight Remove some rocks Apron Locks Remove the apron locks to allow the apron to...

Page 75: ...heck that the brake cylinder has good hydraulic connections Check that the cylinder is activated when the brake pedal is depressed Brakes will not release Brake spring Check that the spring on the bra...

Page 76: ...als 5842 mm Length Working Position 2 Tractor Singles 6102 mm Width Picking 1524 mm Width Transport 2972 mm Width Working Position 1 Tractor Duals 4188 mm Width Working Position 2 Tractor Singles 3727...

Page 77: ...Section 8 Specifications Hydraulic Outlets 3 Pressure 17237 kPa Flow Required 68 l min Minimum Rock Diameter Pickup 51 mm Maximum Rock Diameter Pickup 610 mm Page 8 2...

Page 78: ...APPLY TO 1 Any defect which was caused in Highline s sole judgement by other than normal use and service of the Equipment or by any of the following a accident b misuse or negligence c overloading d o...

Page 79: ...period will receive the balance of the one year New Equipment Limited Warranty Replacement parts after the original machine warranty are warranted to be free from defects of material for ninety 90 day...

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