ROME TRCW-20 User manual

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ASSEMBLY & OPERATOR’S MANUAL
WHEEL OFFSET DISC HARROW
MODELS: TRCW-20 & TRCW-24
EFFECTIVE SERIAL #:
TRCW-20: 10TRCW-100
TRCW-24: 12TRCW-100
PUBLISHED DATE: 08/08/2017

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MODEL VIEWS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….3
INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………………………………………………...4
GENERAL INFORMATION……………………………………………………………………………………………….5
CHECKLISTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………6-8
SAFETY DECALS………………………………………………………………………………………..……………9-10
SAFETY RULES…………………………………………………………………………………………………...…11-20
PREPARING THE TRACTOR…………………………………………………………………………………………..21
PREPARING DISC……………………………………………………………………………………………………….22
NOTES…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….23
ATTACHING & DETACHING……………………………………………………………………………………….24-28
NOTES…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….29
TRANSPORTING MACHINE………………………………………………………………………………………..30-32
OPERATING MACHINE……………………………………………………………………………………………..33-44
LUBRICATION……………………………………………………………………………………………………………45
MAINTENANCE………………………………………………………………………………………………………46-53
STORAGE…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………54
ASSEMBLY…………………………………………………………………………………………………………...55-62
HOW TO ORDER PARTS……………………………………………………………………………………………….63
WARRANTY………………………………………………………………………………………………………………64
LIMITED WARRANTY & REGISTRATION FORM…………………………………………………………………..65

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MODEL VIEW / PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
TRW-20

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INTRODUCTION
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate and service your machine correctly. Failure to do
so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. This manual and safety signs on your machine
may be ordered from your Rome dealer.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your machine and should remain with
the machine when you sell it.
MEASUREMENTS in this manual are given in customary U.S. units. Use only the correct replacement
parts and fasteners.
RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND sides are determined by facing in the direction the implement will travel
when going forward.
WRITE DOWN PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS. Accurately record all the numbers to help in
tracing the machine should it be stolen. Your Rome dealer also needs these numbers when you order
parts. File the identification numbers in a secure place off the machine.
WARRANTY is provided as a part of the Rome support program for customers who operate and maintain
their equipment as described in this manual. The warranties are explained on the warranty pages that are
included in this manual.
THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM IN THE BACK OF THIS MANUAL MUST BE COMPLETED
AND SENT IN TO ROME PLOW COMPANY WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF PURCHASE FOR
THE WARRANTY TO GO INTO EFFECT.
This warranty provides you the assurance that Rome will back its products where defects appear within
the warranty period. In some circumstances, Rome also provides field improvements, often without
charge to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty. Should the equipment be abused or
modified to change its performance beyond the original factory specifications, the warranty will become
void and field improvements may be denied. Setting fuel delivery above specifications or otherwise
overpowering machines will result in such action.
THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S warranty applicable to your machine may not apply outside the U.S.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
TO THE DEALER:
Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Rome dealer. Read the manual
instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the
Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.
NOTE: The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration Form. Warranty claims will be denied if the
Warranty Registration Form has not been completed.
TO THE OWNER:
Read this manual before operating your Rome equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a
better job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and
become acquainted with all the adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate.
Replacement manuals can be obtained from your selling dealer.
The equipment you have purchased has been carefully engineered and manufactured to provide dependable
and satisfactory use. Like all mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Lubricate the unit as
specified. Observe all safety information in this manual and safety decals on the equipment.
For service, your authorized Rome dealer has trained mechanics, genuine Rome service parts, and the
necessary tools and equipment to handle your needs.
Use only genuine Rome service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet standards
required for safe and satisfactory operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in
the spaces provided.
Model: Date of Purchase:
Serial Number:
Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts.

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CHECKLISTS
PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST
After the disc harrow has been completely assembled and lubricated, inspect it to be sure it is in proper
operating condition before making the delivery to the customer. The following check list is a reminder of points
to inspect. Check off each item as it is found satisfactory.
The disc harrow has been assembled according to instructions. Nuts on all bolts have been tightened.
The axle lift fittings have been installed and lubricated.
Be sure all grease fittings are installed. Lubricate the harrow.
Tires are properly inflated.
Disc gangs rotate freely without dragging on scrapers.
Check all pins to make sure retaining hardware is in place.
Paint all unpainted bolts and nuts and any other parts scratched in shipment.
Connect disc harrow securely to tractor drawbar and check hydraulic system for leaks and proper
operation of the hydraulic components.
Safety chain is attached.
This disc harrow has been checked and, to the best of my knowledge, is ready for delivery to the
customer.
(Date Set Up):
(Signature of
Set Up Person):

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CHECKLISTS
DELIVERY CHECK LIST
The following check list is a reminder of important information that should be conveyed directly to the customer
on delivery of the disc harrow. Check off each item as it is fully explained.
Advise customer that the life expectancy of this, like any other machine, is dependent on regular
lubrication as described in the Operator’s Manual.
Explain the importance of safe and proper operation of the machine. Point out decals warning the
operator of the dangers of unsafe operation procedures and conditions.
The customer has been told to keep all bolts tight.
When the disc harrow is transported on the road or highway at night or during the day, accessory lights
and devices should be used for adequate warning to operators of other vehicles. Various safety lights
and safety devices are available from your Rome dealer. In this regard, tell customers to check local
governmental regulations.
Complete Delivery and Warranty Registration forms, listing serial number of machine.
Explain Warranty. Have dealer and customer sign form.
Show customer how to hitch machine and operation of the controls.
Explain the adjustments for operation.
Advise to use safety chain.
Give the Operator’s Manual to the customer and explain all operating adjustments and lubrication fully.
To the best of my knowledge, this machine has been delivered ready for use and the customer has
been fully informed as to its proper care and operation.
(Delivery Date): _______________________________
(Signature of
Delivery Person):

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CHECKLISTS
AFTER-SALE CHECK LIST
It is suggested that the following items be checked sometime during the first six months of operation of the
disc.
Check the entire disc for loose or missing hardware.
Check for broken or damaged parts. Make necessary repairs.
Re-torque the hardware.
Check to make sure the safety chain is properly installed.
If possible, run the disc to see if it is functioning properly.
Review the entire Operator’s Manual with the customer and stress the importance of proper and regular
lubrication and safety precautions.
Advise the customer of optional attachments that are available.
(Date Checked): (Signature):
EACH MORNING OF OPERATION CHECKLIST
Lubricate items required daily and those whose lubrication time is due.
Look for loose or missing bolts or parts.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.
Check the tire pressures and wheel bolts.
Check all pins to be sure that retaining hardware is in place.
Check all oil-bath bearing assemblies and inspect for leakage.
Be sure that all gang components are tight on the axles and axle nuts meet the recommended torque
foot-pound pressure specified in the Axle Nut Torque Chart.
BEFORE EACH SEASON CHECKLIST
Be sure recommended lubrication has been performed.
Inspect all bearings to be sure they are tight and not badly worn.
Check hydraulic system for proper operation and leakage.
Check the tire pressure and wheel bolts.
Be sure the proper operating adjustments have been made for your conditions.
Inspect for loose or missing bolts.
Inspect all the oil-bath bearings for any sign of leakage.

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SAFETY DECALS

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SAFETY DECALS
1 2 3
5
4
RED REFLECTOR 6
RED FLO. REFLECTOR 7
AMBER REFLECTOR 8
S.M.V. DECAL 9

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SAFETY RULES
RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION
This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert
to the potential for personal injury.
Follow recommended precautions and safe
operating practices.
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
A signal word -- DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION -- issued with the safety-alert symbol.
DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.
DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located
near specific hazards. General precautions are
listed on CAUTION safety signs. Caution also calls
attention to safety messages in this manual.
FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual
and on your machine safety signs. Keep safety
signs in good condition. Replace missing or
damaged safety signs. Be sure new equipment
components and repair parts included the current
safety signs. Replacement safety signs are
available from your Rome dealer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use
controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without
instruction.
Keep your machine in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may
impair the function and/or safety and affect
machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual
and need assistance, contact your Rome dealer.

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SAFETY RULES
USE SEAT BELT PROPERLY
Use a seat belt when you operate with a rollover
protective structure (ROPS) or cab to minimize
chance of injury from an accident such as an
overturn.
Do not use a seat belt if operating without a ROPS
or cab.
OPERATE SAFELY
DO NOT allow others to ride on the machine or tractor.
DO NOT operate close to a ditch or creek.
SLOW DOWN when turning and traveling over rough ground or the machine may tip over.
Wear protective gloves to help prevent injury from cutting edges of disc blades when removing or installing
scraper blades.
Park or block disc so it will not roll when disconnecting from tractor drawbar.
Lower the disc completely to the ground before unhitching from tractor. If disc is to be unhitched in raised
position, tongue can whip upward when unhitching. Be sure disc is resting on transport lockups and disc is on
a level and firm surface
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SAFETY RULES
KEEP RIDERS OFF MACHINE
Only allow the operator on the machine. Keep
riders off.
Riders on the machine are subject to injury such as
being struck by foreign objects and being thrown off
of the machine. Riders also obstruct the operator’s
view resulting in the machine being operated in an
unsafe manner.
PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES
Be prepared if a fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance
service, hospital, and fire department near your
telephone.
WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate to the job.
Operating equipment safely requires the full
attention of the operator. Do not wear radio or
music headphones while operating machine.
PROTECT AGAINST NOISE
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause
impairment or loss of hearing.
Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as
earmuffs or earplugs to protect against
objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.

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SAFETY RULES
USE SAFETY LIGHTS & DEVICES
Prevent collisions between other road users, slow
moving tractors with attachments or towed
equipment, and self-propelled machines on public
roads. Frequently check for traffic from the rear,
especially in turns, and use hand signals or turn
signal lights.
Use headlights, flashing warning lights, and turn
signals day and night. Follow local regulations for
equipment lighting and marking. Keep the lighting
and marking visible and in good working order.
Replace or repair lighting and markings that have
been damaged or lost.
USE A SAFETY CHAIN
A safety chain will help control drawn
equipment should it accidentally separate from
the drawbar.
Using the appropriate adapter parts, attach the
chain to the tractor drawbar support or other
specified anchor location. Provide only enough
slack in the chain to permit turning.
See your Rome dealer for a chain with a strength
rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of
the towed machine. Do not use the safety chain for
towing.

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SAFETY RULES
TRANSPORT SAFETY
ALWAYS install transport lockups on depth
control cylinders.
Latch tractor brakes together. Stop slowly.
Travel at a reasonable and safe speed.
Shift tractor into a lower gear when transporting
down steep slopes or hills.
Keep the SMV emblem and reflectors clean and
visible from the rear.
Always pin drawbar in center position for ALL
tractors when transporting.
When transporting machine on a road or highway
at night or during the day, use accessory lights and
devices for adequate warning to operators of other
vehicles. In this regard, check local governmental
regulations. Various safety lights and devices are
available from your Rome dealer.

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SAFETY RULES
TOW LOAD SAFETY
Stopping distance increases with speed and weight
of towed loads and on slopes. Towed loads with or
without brakes that are too heavy for the tractor or
are towed too fast can cause loss of control.
Consider the total weight of the equipment and its
load.
Observe these recommended maximum road
speeds, or local speed limits, which may be lower:
• If towed equipment does not have brakes, do not
travel more than 32 km/h (20 mph) and do not tow
loads more than 1.5 times the tractor’s weight.
• If towed equipment has brakes, do not travel more
than 40 km/h (25 mph) and do not tow loads more
than 4.5 times the tractor weight.
Ensure the load does not exceed the
recommended weight ratio. Add ballast to
recommended maximum for the tractor, lighten the
load, or get a heavier towing unit. The tractor must
be heavy and powerful enough with adequate
braking power for the towed load. Use additional
caution when towing loads under adverse surface
conditions, when turning, and on inclines.

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SAFETY RULES
PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE
Understand service procedure before doing work.
Keep area clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it
is moving. Keep hands, feet, and clothing from
power-driven parts. Disengage all power and
operate controls to relieve pressure. Lower the
equipment to the ground. Stop the engine. Remove
the key. Allow machine to cool.
Securely support any machine elements that must
be raised for service work.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly
installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or
broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or
debris.
On self-propelled equipment, disconnect battery
ground cable (-) before making adjustments on
electrical systems or welding on machine.
On towed implements, disconnect wiring harnesses
from tractor before servicing electrical system
components or welding on machine.

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SAFETY RULES
REMOVE PAINT BEFORE WELDING OR
HEATING
Avoid potentially toxic fumes and dust.
Hazardous fumes can be generated when
welding, soldering, or using a torch heats paint.
Do all work outside or in a well-ventilated area.
Dispose of paint and solvent properly.
Remove paint before welding or heating:
If you sand or grind paint, avoid breathing
the dust. Wear an approved respirator.
If you use solvent or paint stripper, remove
stripper with soap and water before welding.
Remove solvent or paint stripper containers
and other flammable material from area.
Allow fumes to disperse at least 15 minutes
before welding or heating.
AVOID HEATING NEAR PRESSURIZED
FLUID LINES
Heating near pressurized fluid lines, resulting in
severe burns to yourself and bystanders can
generate flammable spray. Do not heat by welding,
soldering, or using a torch near pressurized fluid
lines or other flammable materials. Pressurized
lines can be accidentally cut when heat goes
beyond the immediate flame area.

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SAFETY RULES
AVOID HIGH-PRESSURE FLUIDS
Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the
skin causing serious injury.
Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all
connections before applying pressure.
Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect
hands and body from high-pressure fluids.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or gangrene may
result. Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury
should reference a knowledgeable medical source.
AVOID HARMFUL ASBESTOS DUST
Avoid breathing dust that may be generated
when handling components containing asbestos
fibers. Inhaled asbestos fibers may cause lung
cancer.
Components in products that may contain
asbestos fibers are brake pads, brake band and
lining assemblies, clutch plates, and some
gaskets. The asbestos used in these
components is usually found in a resin or sealed
in some way. Normal handling is not hazardous
as long as airborne dust containing asbestos is
not generated.
Avoid creating dust. Never use compressed air
for cleaning. Avoid brushing or grinding material
containing asbestos. When servicing, wear an
approved respirator. A special vacuum cleaner is
recommended to clean asbestos. If not available,
apply a mist of oil or water on the material
containing asbestos.
Keep bystanders away from the area.

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SAFETY RULES
STORE ATTACHMENTS SAFELY
Stored attachments such as dual wheels, cage
wheels, and loaders can fall and cause serious
injury or death.
Securely store attachments and implements to
prevent falling. Keep playing children and
bystanders away from storage area.
DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY
Improperly disposing of waste can threaten the
environment. Potentially harmful waste used with
the equipment includes such items as oil, fuel,
coolant, brake fluid, filters, and batteries.
Use leak proof containers when draining fluids. Do
not use food or beverage containers that may
mislead someone into drinking from them.
Do not pour waste onto the ground, down a drain,
or into any water source.
Air conditioning refrigerants escaping into the air
can damage the Earth’s atmosphere. Government
regulations may require a certified air conditioning
service center to recover and recycle used air
conditioning refrigerants.
Inquire on the proper way to recycle or dispose of
waste from your local environmental or recycling
center, or from your Rome dealer.