HighLine NT Rockpicker NT60E User manual

Operators Manual
E15756V1_A
NT Rockpicker
NT60E

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Operator’s
Manual
Original Instructions
Highline Manufacturing Limited
HWY #27, P.O. Box 307
Vonda SK S0K 4N0
Canada
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E15756V1_A
NT Rockpicker
NT60E
Printed in Canada Copyright © 2019 by Highline Manufacturing 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 develop our products continually. We reserve the right to make changes or add
improvements, at any time, without incurring any obligation to make changes or improvements on machines previously sold.
Changes may not be reflected in this manual.

Highline Manufacturing Ltd. NT Rockpicker NT60E
Highline Team Message
Congratulations on your purchase of a NT Rockpicker NT60E manufactured by Highline
Manufacturing Ltd.
This Operator's Manual has been prepared to provide information necessary for the safe and
efficient 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 manual, please feel free to consult
your local dealer. Your dealer is always able to contact Highline for this technical information.
Highline Manufacturing Ltd. thanks and congratulates you for selecting a NT Rockpicker as
your machine of choice.
Highline Manufacturing Ltd.

Table of Contents
Section 1 Safety
SerialNumber ............................................ 1
SafetySign-offForm ....................................... 2
SafetyAlertSymbol ........................................ 3
GeneralSafety............................................ 4
SafetyDecals............................................. 4
SafetyDecalLocations ..................................... 9
Section 2 - Transporting the Rockpicker
Adjust the position of the clevis tongue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Liftthehitchwiththejack.................................... 2
Connect the hitch to the tractor drawbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Connect the safety chain (1) to the tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Rotate the hitch jack (2) into the storage position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Connectthehydraulichoses ................................. 3
Connect the electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Connect the rockpicker brake line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Connect the emergency break away . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Fullyraisethepickupapron.................................. 3
Installtheapronlock ....................................... 4
Reel lockout access panel is closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Lowerandlockthereelcage................................. 5
Move the hitch into the transport position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Ensure the hitch lock is lowered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Check the condition of the tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Torquethelugnuts ........................................ 6
Disengagetheparkingbrake................................. 6
Check that the signal and brake lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Check that the brakes are working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Section 3 - Preparing the Rockpicker
PreparingtheRockpicker ................................... 1
Ensure the reel hydraulic lockout valve is properly connected . . . . . . . 2
Unlockthecagelockandlift ................................. 2
Check the condition of the apron and the rock bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Check that the upper and lower bolts on each tine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Remove any rocks that are wedged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Clear the bucket of any debris or rocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Removeanyrocksordebris ................................. 4
Remove the apron transport locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Check the condition of the tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Torquewheelbolts ........................................ 5
Check and adjust the tire air pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Lowerandlockthereelcage................................. 5
reel lockout access door is closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Ensure the lower reel side guarding is in place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Ensure the bucket guarding is in place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Visually inspect all the hydraulic hoses and fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
HitchWorkingPositions..................................... 6
Setting the Hitch for Position 1 - Dual Tractor Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Setting the Hitch for Position 2 - Single Tractor Tires . . . . . . . . . 8

Section 4 - Operating the Rockpicker
FieldPreparation ..........................................2
Engagetheparkingbrake ...................................2
Unlockthecagelockandlift .................................2
Check the condition of the apron and the rock bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Raisethehitchtransportlock ................................3
Remove the apron transport locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Place the transport locks into the storage brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Close the reel lockout access panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Lowerandlockthereelcage .................................5
Disengagetheparkingbrake .................................5
Check that the rockpicker brake line is connected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Check that the emergency break away chain is connected . . . . . . . . . 5
Move the hitch into the working position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Lowertheapron ...........................................7
Operatetherockpicker .....................................7
Adjusttherockreelspeed ...................................7
The Emergency Breakaway Braking System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
To Reset the Breakaway Braking System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
UnloadingtheRockBucket ..................................9
Removing Rocks Lodged in the Apron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
RockRemovalApproach1.............................10
RockRemovalApproach2.............................11
Section 5 - Maintaining the Rockpicker
Installing the Bucket Lift Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Removing the Bucket Lift Locks: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Lubrication ...............................................3
ChecktheGearboxOil......................................4
ChangingtheGearboxOil ...................................4
ChecktheMotorMountBolts.................................4
Check and Adjust Tire Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Check the Bolts On Each Apron Tine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Visually Inspect Hydraulic Hoses/Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ChangingtheReelSprings...................................6
RemovingtheSprings .................................6
InstallingtheSprings ..................................7
Spring Plate Assembly with 3 Bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Spring Plate Assembly with 2 Bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Adjusting the Reel Hydraulic Lockout Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Section 6 - Storing the Rockpicker

Removetheapronlocks .................................... 1
Place the transport locks (1) into the storage brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Empty the bucket of all the rocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Clean all the debris from the bucket area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Removeanyrocksordebris ................................. 3
Park the rockpicker on level ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Move the hitch to the transport position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Raisetheapron ........................................... 4
Install the apron transport locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Engagetheparkingbrake ................................... 5
Placethejackontothehitch ................................. 5
Disconnect the hydraulic hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Disconnect the electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Disconnect the rockpicker brake line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Disconnect the emergency break away chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Secure the hydraulic hoses, brake line and electrical connector . . . . . 6
Disconnect the hitch from the tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Lubricate the right and left reel bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Lowerandlockthereelcage................................. 7
Changetheoilinthegearbox ................................ 7
Section 7 - Troubleshooting
Section 8 - Specifications

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE ROCKPICKER
The Rockpicker is designed to pick up rocks while driving in a cultivated field without the need
to stop to pick up the rocks.
The hitch is hydraulically operated to move from the transport position to the working position.
There are 2 hitch working positions. One position is designed for tractors with dual tires and the
other position for tractors with single tires. The hitch components are manually changed to
accommodate one of the positions. When in working position, the Rockpicker is moved to the
right of the tractor so the tractor treads do not push rocks into the soil. When the Rockpicker
bucketisfull,theoperatormovesthehitchtothetransportpositionwheretheRockpickerfollows
the tractor to the rock dumping location.
The Rockpicker apron is positioned by the operator to be just above the surface of the soil. The
spring loaded pickup bats rotate on a hydraulically operated reel. As the rotating pickup bats
encounter rocks, they push the rocks across the apron and into the Rockpicker bucket. The
apron and bucket allow any moved soil to fall back to the ground.
The pickup bats guide the rocks into the rock bucket. The screen guards at the front of the
machine prevent contact with the moving rock pickup reel. The guarding on the rock bucket
keeps rock from bouncing out of the bucket.
For unloading the rocks, the Rockpicker is backed into the dumping location. The hydraulic
cylinders are activated to raise the rock bucket. As the bucket is raised, it tilts to dump the rocks
out.
When the Rockpicker is picking rocks it uses hydraulic 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 is activated to move the hitch.
When the Rockpicker is dumping the rocks, the hydraulic lift cylinders lift the rock bucket and
tilt it to dump the rocks.
If access to the non-rotating rock pickup reel area is required the operator willstop all hydraulic
flow to the pickup reel by stopping the tractor. A mechanical reel lockout is then manually
placed onto the reel and the front guarding manually unlocked before entering the area. For
additional safety, as the front guarding is raised, a valve is closed to prevent any hydraulic
pressure accidentally getting to the reel motor.
The operator of the Rockpicker is located in the tractor cab where they drive the tractor, control
the speed of driving, the operation of the hitch position, the operating of the rotating rock reel
and the dumping of the rocks.
The rockpicker is a low-noise machine. As per clause 4.2 of EN ISO 4254-5:2009 the main
source of noise when using the rockpicker is the tractor and engagement tools with soil. The
tractor noise is not under the control of Highline. An appropriate hydraulic motor and gearbox
are used on the rockpicker which generates minimal noise. The rockpicker minimizes the
rock-impact noise through the use of low speed rotating bats that follow an elliptical path which
aid in guiding the rocks into the rock bucket. The noise generated from the initial contact when
engaging the rocks in the soil is dependant on the size of the rocks and the speed at which the
operator is driving which are factors not under the control of Highline.
The Rockpicker is transported on the wheels of the Rockpicker.

INTENDED USE OF THE ROCKPICKER
• The Rockpicker is designed to pick up rocks that are on the surface or near the surface of
a cultivated field and then to move those rocks to a dumping location.
• The Rockpicker is designed to lift the rocks that have been picked and to dump them.
• The Rockpicker is intended for use in field farming applications.
• The Rockpicker is intended for use in locations that are 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 Rockpicker in non-farming applications.
- Using the Rockpicker around people or in public places or near animals.
- Moving materials other than rocks from fields.
AlwaysusetheRockpickeraccordingtotheinstructionscontainedinthisOperator'sManualand
the safety and instruction decals on the machine.
Perform regular maintenance and repair to ensure that the Rockpicker operates safely and
efficiently.

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Section 1 - Safety
Serial Plate Location
216073C
SERIAL NUMBER
Your serial 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
maintenance assistance.
Serial Number
Owner
Model
Date of Purchase
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Section 1 - Safety
SAFETY SIGN-OFF FORM
Highline Manufacturing Ltd. has followed the Safety Standards specified by the ISO Standards
adopted by the European Union. The Rockpicker NT is CE certified.
Anyone who will be operating and/or maintaining the Highline NT60E Rockpicker should read
and clearly understand all Safety, Operating and Maintenance information presented in this
manual.
Do not operate or allow someone to operate this equipment until this information has been
reviewed.Thisinformationshouldbereviewedbyalloperatorsbeforethestart-upoftheseason.
This sign-off sheet is provided for record keeping to indicate that the person working with the
equipment has read and understood the information in the Operator’s Manual and has been
instructed in the safe operation of the equipment.
Date Employee’s Signature Employer’s Signature
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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 thepresence of a hazard and the
degree of possible injury.
Indicates an imminentlyhazardous 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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Section 1 - Safety
GENERAL SAFETY
1. Ensure that anyone who is going to operate, maintain or work near the NT Rockpicker is
familiar with the recommended operating, maintenance procedures and safety information
contained in this manual and follows all the safety precautions.
2. In addition to the design and configuration of the equipment, hazard control and accident
prevention are dependant upon the awareness, concern, prudence 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.
SAFETY DECALS
1. Keep decals and signs clean and legible at all times.
2. Replace decals and signs that are damaged, missing or have become illegible.
3. Replaced parts that displayed a decal should also display the current decal.
4. Decals are available from the Highline Parts Department.
5. Be familiar with the decals, the type of warning and the area or function(s) related to the
area(s) that requires your awareness.
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Section 1 - Safety
DO NOT ENTER THE PICKUP REEL APRON AREA
Contact with the moving pickup reel or spring loaded bats will cause
serious injury or death.
The pickup bats are spring loaded. When a rock is lodged, the
springs are under pressure. The bats could release rapidly causing
serious 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 ROTATING PICKUP REEL
Contactwiththemovingpickupreelwillcauseseriousinjuryordeath.
Keep away from the moving pickup reel.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MANUALLY REMOVE ROCKS FROM
TINES WHILE THE HYDRAULIC MOTOR IS ENGAGED
READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THIS DECAL
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Section 1 - Safety
DO NOT RIDE ON ROCKPICKER
Riders can fall from the machine which will cause serious injury or
death.
Riding on the Rockpicker while operating will result in serious injury
or death from rocks that may be thrown.
STAY BACK FROM ROCKPICKER WHILE IN OPERATION
Rotating bats may throw rocks causing injury or death.
Keep clear of the machine as rocks may bounce off the sides in an
unpredictable manner.
KEEP PERSONS 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 clevis to attach implement.
Ensure implement is attached to machine before hydraulics are
activated.
THE ROCKPICKER 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
Rocks may fall out of the bucket resulting in an accident.
Deposit the rocks on a pile in the field or load them directly onto a
truck or trailer.
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Section 1 - Safety
DO NOT PLACE HANDS OR FEET IN THE APRON REST AREA
Serious injury could result if hands or feet are clamped in this area.
DO NOT PLACE HANDS IN THIS AREA WHEN RAISING OR
LOWERING THE BUCKET
Serious injury could result if hands are place in this clamping area.
USE PAPER OR CARDBOARD TO CHECK FOR HYDRAULIC
LEAKS
To prevent serious injury or death:
Relieve pressure on hydraulic 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 CLEAR WHEN BUCKET IS BEING RAISED OR
LOWERED
The raised bucket could fall causing serious injury or death.
Do not work under a loaded bucket.
Before working under an empty raised bucket, always place both
safety locks onto the hydraulic cylinders.
DO NOT TRANSPORT THE ROCKPICKER WITH THE BUCKET
RAISED
The rockpicker will be unstable and hard to steer.
Damage to the machine will occur.
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Section 1 - Safety
INSTALL APRON LOCKS ON BOTH SIDES
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.
ACCUMULATORS CONTAIN HIGH PRESSURE OIL
Accumulators contain high pressure 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 system.
SHUTDOWN THE TRACTOR BEFORE DISMOUNTING
TRACTOR
Shut down the tractor and remove the key before repairing,
servicing, lubricating or cleaning the rockpicker.
Relieve all hydraulic pressure in the hoses before going near the
rockpicker. Leave the hydraulics in the “float” position.
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Section 1 - Safety
READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read, understand and follow all instructions and safety messages
included in this manual and on decals attached to the machine.
These instructions 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 messages in this
manual and on the decals attached to the machine could result in
serious injury or death.
Keep all safety and instruction decals in good condition. Replace
any missing or damaged decals
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