RITEWAY ROCK WINDROWER 1200 Installation and operation manual

Operation &
Maintenance
Manual
ROCK WINDROWER 1200
OPERATORS MANUAL
& PART LIST

ROCK WINDROWER 1200
Table of Contents
Contents
SECTION 1 PAGE
INTRODUCTION & MANUAL INFORMATION 1
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION / NOTES 3
SPECIFICATIONS 4
SERVICE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION 6-7
SAFETY SUGGESTIONS 8-9
DECAL LOCATIONS 10-11
MAINTENANCE / GREASE LOCATIONS 12-13
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 14-15
OPERATING NSTRUCTIONS 16-18
GRADE CHART 19
TORQUE CHART 20
ROLLER CHAIN INFORMATION 21
SECTION 2 PAGE
PARTS 1-12

SECTION 1

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Introduction
We are pleased to welcome you as an owner of a product from
RITE WAY MFG. This product is the result of years of agricultural
and engineering experience, and is built to give you many years
of successful operating service.
For the best efficiency and smoothest operation of your Rock
Windrower, we have provided this Owners Manual. Its prepara-
tion is the result of years of experience gained in field testing and
normal usage of this and similar implements. We urge you to
carefully study this manual so that it will give you a thorough un-
derstanding of your Rock Windrower before operation. We also
urge your care of this manual so that it will be available for future
reference when needed. If your manual should be lost, damaged
or destroyed, a new copy can be purchased from your RITE
WAY MFG. dealer. We will also be happy to answer any questions
that you might have regarding the use or care of this product.
Rite Way Manufacturing Co. Ltd.
P.O. Box 328
Imperial, Saskatchewan, Canada
S0G 2J0
PH: 306-963-2180
Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.ritewaymfg.com
Email: [email protected]
Thank you for making the decision to purchase a RITE WAY product

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Manual Details
Unit Model Number RW-1200 Rock Windrower
Manual Revision Number Revision 1.2
Manual Revision Date 10/4/2018
Manual Serial Number Range 18-120418R – Current
Previous Serial Number Range 14-12027R - 18-120418R
Owner / Equipment Information
Serial Number of Unit
Date of Purchase
Dealer Name
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone Number
Salesman Name
Salesman Phone Number
Notes
The area below is provided for the owner / end-user to make notes regarding the equipment.
Manual Information

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Pre-delivery Inspection Check List
Pre-delivery Inspection Check List
Date: Signature of Technician who performed the inspection
General
 Remove wrapping and wash unit, removing all road debris. (Road salt, mud, snow, etc.)
 Inspect paint, decals and general appearance of unit.
 Verify that the owners manual is in the manual storage tube.
 Verify ‘SLOW MOVING VEHICLE’ sign (SMV) is on unit (if applicable)
 Verify that jacks are with the unit and function properly.
 Check wheel bolts for proper torque.
 Check for proper tire pressure (PSI).
 Verify that the wheel hubs are lubricated.
 Verify that locking pins and / or ram locks are in place.
 Lubricate all components as per operators manual recommendation.
 Check that all bolts and fasteners are at the proper torque specifications.
(NOTE: All cap screws that have lock nuts joining moving pieces should not be tightened com-
pletely, they must allow movement. i.e. Spring pressure kits, rock shaft connector, draft arm, etc.
 Check sprocket alignment and chain tension. (If applicable)
 Check locking collars and set screws for proper tension. (If applicable)
 Verify operation of lights. (If applicable)
 Verify the unit moves ‘IN’ and ‘OUT’ of transport without any binding.
 Verify that tires are tracking properly when in transport mode.
Hydraulics
 Ensure that all hydraulic hoses and lines are routed properly and secured.
 Verify that all hydraulic fittings / hoses are secure and there are no oil leaks.
 Inspect all cylinders for leakage and the cylinder shaft for rust, pits, or scratches.
 Verify operation of all hydraulic functions - Cycle hydraulic cylinders to remove air from the system.
Delivery
 Verify that ‘The customer is aware of warning decals and proper jack placement for transport.’.
 Verify that ‘The customer is aware of proper operation and transportation of the unit’.
 Verify that ‘The customer has received an operators manual’.
 Explain all maintenance and service intervals to the customer (From operators manual).
 Advise the customer of grease zerk locations and maintenance schedules.
 Level the unit per operators manual and instruct the customer on the proper procedures.

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Standard Equipment:
• Replaceable hard surfaced teeth
• 10” Side Wind Parking Jack
• Safety chain
Specifications
Specifications
Drive Hydraulic Drive
Chain #80
Weight 1,350 lbs / 612 kg
Working Width 11’ 10” / 3.6 m
Transport Height 42” / 1.07 m
Transport Length 8’ 11” / 2.7 m
Transport Width 12’ 3” / 3.7 m
Minimum Rock Diameter 1.5” / 4 cm
Maximum Rock Diameter 12” / 30 cm
Tires 9.5 L x 15
Hydraulic Requirements 12-15 gal/min. @ 1200-1500 PSI
45-57 L/min @ 83-103 bar
Power Requirements 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 HP per foot.

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Notes
Notes

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Service & Warranty Policy
Service & Warranty Policy
Rite Way Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (hereafter referred to as Rite way) warrants each new machine to be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase
under normal agricultural use and service. In addition, Rite Way will supply at no charge, (F.O.B Rite
Way Factory) any part that has failed within the 2nd year. Rite Way’s obligation under this warranty is
limited to the repair or replacement of any defective parts of the equipment at its own discretion.
Any alterations, modifications or additions done to a finished product will void this warranty
unless prior written permission from Rite Way is obtained.
Items that are not manufactured by Rite Way are covered by the warranty of the supplier of
these items. We will therefore extend, without assuming any responsibility, any warranty given to us
by our suppliers.
This warranty shall-not apply to any machine, that in the company’s judgment has be subjected
to misuse, negligence or accident. In no event shall the owner be entitled to recover costs for inci-
dental, special or consequential damages such as, but not limited to; Loss of crop, loss of profit or
revenue, other commercial losses, inconvenience or rental costs.
This warranty shall not apply unless Rite Way or its designated dealer is promptly notified of
claimed defects and the allegedly defective part is held for inspection.
Repair parts purchased for machines ‘Out of Warranty’, are warranted to be free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of ninety (90) days from the
date of delivery to the customer.
The warranty shall only become valid when delivery notification for warranty is received by Rite
Way within 20 days of the completion of sale.
OWNER’S / USERS OBLIGATION: It is the responsibility of the user to read the Operators Manual
and understand the safe and correct operating procedures as it pertains to the operation of the prod-
uct, and to lubricate and maintain the product according to the maintenance schedule in the Manual.
The user is responsible for inspecting the machine, and for having parts repaired or replaced
when continued use of the product could cause damage or excessive wear to any other parts. It is the
user’s responsibility to deliver their machine to a Rite Way dealer for service or replacement of defec-
tive parts which are covered by the standard warranty.
Rite Way will not by held responsible for charges such as transportation, fuel, lodging when a
dealer / dealer representative travels to a customer location for warranty or inspection.

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Service & Warranty Policy
1. All claims must be handled through a dealer / distributor. All claims must be submit-
ted on a properly completed warranty claim form within 30 days of the date of repair.
2. A warranty registration claim form must be on file at Rite Way Mfg. to validate a war-
ranty claim.
3. Defective parts are to be held at the dealer / distributor’s place of business until the
warranty claim form has been processed. Rite Way will advise when parts can be
released.
4. Parts that require inspection by Rite Way personnel must be accompanied by a Re-
turn Goods Form number, and must be sent by pre-paid freight. Rite Way will refund
pre-paid freight charges on any items determined to be defective.
5. Rite Way will not assume responsibility for repairs or expenses incurred without au-
thorization. Warranty labour in excess of $150.00 must be authorized before such
work is performed and photographs before and after repairs are required.
6. Warranty labour is to be claimed on the warranty claim form, only if the warranty la-
bour was performed by the dealer. Travel time is not covered by warranty and
should not be included. Rite Way reserves the right to adjust or allocate labour times
and values based on its experience.
7. It is the responsibility of the dealer to ensure that the warranty registration forms are
properly completed and returned to Rite Way Mfg., Imperial, SK.
Service & Warranty Claim Procedure

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Safety Warnings
1. Read the manual thoroughly and understand before operating or working on
the machine.
2. Study all safety and warning decals on the implement.
3. Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness.
4. Do not allow riders on the tractor or implement during operation.
5. Do not allow children on or near the machine.
6. Connect the implement hitch to the tractor before operating the hydraulic sys-
tem.
• NOTE: Be aware of any hydraulic leaks.
7. Always throttle the tractor down and use caution when connecting the imple-
ment to the tractor hitch.
• NOTE: Never stand between the tractor and implement.
8. Lower the hitch jack onto firm ground and chock the tires when un-hooking
implement from tractor.
• NOTE: Ensure the unit is on level ground prior to un hooking tractor.
9. Exercise extra caution when working on hillsides or near ditches.
10.Ensure that the tractor draw-bar is pinned during transport.
11.Maximum speed while transporting the unit is 18 mph (29 km).
12.Do not work on this machine when hydraulic system is under pressure.
13.Observe all laws and regulations when transporting unit on public roads.
14.Do not transport this machine on public roads unless all safety & mainte-
nance checks have been completed.
15.Ensure that safety chains are in secured prior to transporting.
Safety Warnings (General)
This machine will provide years of trouble-free & safe operation IF all
maintenance and safety instructions are followed.

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1. Read manual thoroughly before operating or working on the machine.
2. Study all warning decals on implement.
3. Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness.
4. Only the operator should be on the tractor during operation.
5. Connect the ROCK WINDROWER to the tractor before operating hydraulics.
NOTE: Be aware of hydraulic oil leaks.
6. Always throttle the tractor down and use caution in attaching the machine to
the tractor. Never stand between the implement and the tractor.
7. Be very cautious when unhooking the tractor and the ROCK WINDROWER .
The parking jack must be securely lowered on firm ground (on blocking
with tires blocked) or the hitch will rise abruptly causing serious injury and
other damage.
8. Proceed carefully when performing maintenance on the machine. The drum
should be on the ground; however, if the nature of the work requires that the
implement be in transport position, be sure to use the cylinder lock up.
9. The hydraulic cylinder should be locked up during transport
10.Limit towing to a maximum of 25 mph (40 km/h).
11.Exercise caution when working on hillsides or near ditches.
12.Do not work on this machine when hydraulic system is under pressure.
13.Observe all laws and regulations when transporting unit on public roads.
14.Do not transport this machine on public roads unless all safety & mainte-
nance checks have been completed.
Safety Warnings (Equipment Specific)
Safety Warnings

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Decal Locations
Decals
9
3
7
4
9
2
2
12
2
8
5
12
7
7
3
36210 2
11
12 7

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Decal Locations
Decals (cont)
Item # Part # Qty Description
1060-0122 1Rite Way Mfg. (9” x 3”), white (if applicable)
2060-0009 6Amber Reflector Decal (3” x 2”)
3060-0015 3Important – Block wheel…
4060-0028 1Warning – Lower or block elevated…
5060-0011 1Caution – Escaping fluid hazard…
6060-0034 1Serial Number Plate
7060-0046 4Grease Every 8 hrs
8060-0038 1Attention – Insure that all cylinders…
9060-0067 2Warning – Check and tighten hubs…
10 060-0077 1RW - 1200, Black
11 060-0069 1Warning - Rotating Part Hazard
12 060-0022 2Red Reflector Decal (3” x 2”)
UNIT SERIES
UNIT SIZE
MODEL YEAR
UNIT NUMBER
RW 1200 18-120001

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Maintenance
General
• Repack the wheel hubs after the first 500 travel miles; then yearly thereafter.
• Visually inspect the wheel bolts for tightness each day. Riteway torque recommen-
dation to 110 ft - lbs after the first few hours of operation and frequently there after,
(manufactures torque recommendations 90 to 131 ft - lbs).
• Ensure the tires are inflated to the correct pressure: 90 PSI
Every 8 Hours (Daily)
• Grease all pins and knuckles. (See page 13 for detailed diagram).
Every 100 Hours (Monthly)
• Visually inspect hydraulic hoses & fittings for leaks or damage.
• Inspect lighting system and electrical harness for damage
Annually
• Inspect wheel bearings / hubs and grease.
• Check wheel bolts and re-torque.
• Check tire pressure
• Visually inspect unit for loose, worn or damaged components.
Storage
• Coat any exposed cylinder shafts with thick oil or grease.
• Ensure that parking jacks are situated on firm ground.
• NOTE: If jack pads sink into ground, it will be difficult to hook up unit.
• Lock all applicable safety pins into place.
Maintenance

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Maintenance
Grease Locations
Maintenance

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*All page numbers refer to Section 2, unless otherwise noted.
• Study the general layout on pages 2 through 10.
• Assemble in a large open area free of obstacles.
• References to “Left”, “Right”, “Forward”, and “Rear” are always determined from the rear of
the machine facing the direction of forward travel.
• Grease all points either during assembly or immediately after.
• Double check wheel bolts and all other bolts after assembly.
• Use thread sealant on all hydraulic connections that are not flared fittings.
Main Frame Assembly
1. Block up the main frame (item 1, page 2) approximately 20”.
2. Assemble the perfect hitch (item 8, 9, page 2). Attach the perfect hitch body to the main frame
using two Bolt, 5/8-11 UNC - 5, Gr.5 and two Nut, Stover Lock, 5/8-11 UNC, Gr.5 (item 21,
25, page 2).
3. Attach parking jack (item 6, page 2)
4. Attach the tip & chain holder (item 35, page 2) to the main frame using two Bolt, 1/2-13 UNC -
1.25, Gr.5 two Nut, Stover Lock, 1/2-13 UNC, Gr.5 (item 18, 24, page 2).
5. Attach the 24” shepherd hook hose standoff (item 3, page 2) to the main frame using a Bolt,
1/2-13 UNC - 1.5, Gr.5 and Nut, Stover Lock, 1/2-13 UNC, Gr.5 (item 19, 24, page 2).
6. Attach the storage tube (item 12, page 2) to the main frame using a Bolt, 3/8-16 UNC - 1.25,
Gr.5 and Nut, Stover Lock, 3/8-16 UNC, Gr.5 (item 23, 16, page 2).
7. Attach the slow-moving sign spade (item 11, page 2) to the main frame using two Bolt, 1/4-20
UNC - 0.75, Gr.5 and Nut, Flange, 1/4-20 Nc, Gr.5 (item 15, 27, page 2). Attach the slow-
moving sign (item 10, page 2) to the slow-moving sign spade using two Bolt, 5/16-18 UNC -
0.75, Gr.5 and Nut, Stover Lock, 5/16-18 UNC, Gr.5 (item 14, 28, page 2).
8. Attach the safety chain (item 4, page 2) using a Bolt, 1-8 UNC - 2.25, Gr.5 and Nut, Stover
Lock, 1-8 UNC, Gr.5 (item 22, 26, page 2).
9. Attach the Hydraulic Clamp, 2 Line, Black Plastic (item 5, page 2) using a Bolt, 3/8-16 UNC -
2.5, Gr.5 (item 17, page 2).
Assembly Instructions
Assembly Instructions