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Highline Manufacturing FaStack 1200 Flex Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Bale Stacker FaStack 1800/1200 O p e r a t o r s M a n u a l E16221V1_C...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3 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 FaStack Bale Stacker 1800/1200 Flex as your machine of choice.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Safety Decal Locations - Fastack 1200 Flex ........
  • Page 5 FaStack 1200 Flex - Check that the pushoffs fully extend and retract ......
  • Page 6 FaStack 1200 Flex activate the pushoffs ........
  • Page 7 Section 7 - Storing the Bale Stacker Clean all the debris off ..............1 Lubricate all bale stacker grease points .
  • Page 8 The front table lifts the bales onto the rear bale table. As the bales are loaded onto the rear table, the bales are moved back. The FaStack 1200 Flex has the option to rotate the bales before loading onto the rear table. Rotating the bales gives the 1200 Flex the ability to stack bales at the end of a stack.
  • Page 9 Always use the Bale Stacker according to the instructions contained in this Operator's Manual and the safety and instruction decals on the machine. Perform regular maintenance and repair to ensure that the Bale Stacker operates safely and efficiently. FaStack 1800 FaStack 1200 Flex 218066 218067 FaStack 1200 Flex with Optional Side Racks 218068...

  • Page 10: Serial Number

    Section 1 - Safety SERIAL NUMBER Your serial number is found on the serial number plate (1) attached to the left hand side of the main frame below the rear table of the FaStack. 219187C Serial Plate Location It is important to record the serial number for proof of ownership and for any service or maintenance assistance.

  • Page 11: Safety Sign-Off Form

    Section 1 - Safety SAFETY SIGN-OFF FORM Highline Manufacturing Ltd. follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will be operating and/or maintaining the Highline FaStack should read and clearly understand all Safety, Operating and Maintenance information presented in this manual.

  • Page 12: Safety Alert Symbol

    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.

  • Page 13: General Safety

    Section 1 - Safety GENERAL SAFETY 1. Ensure that anyone who is going to operate, maintain or work near the FaStack is familiar with the recommended operating, maintenance procedures and safety information contained in this manual and follows all the safety precautions. 2.
  • Page 14 Section 1 - Safety STAY AWAY FROM OVERHEAD POWER LINES Stay away from power lines when transporting or folding equipment. Electrocution can occur without contacting power lines. Contact with power lines will result in serious injury or death. KEEP PEOPLE BACK WHEN LOADING BALES Stay clear when loading bales which could fall.
  • Page 15 Section 1 - Safety STAY CLEAR OF FRONT TABLE WHEN IT IS TILTED There is a crushing hazard if limbs or body is placed between the front and rear table. Stay clear of area when the front table is tilted. Stay clear when front table is lifted because bales could fall.
  • Page 16 Section 1 - Safety DO NOT RIDE ON MACHINE Falling from the moving machine can cause serious injury or death. Falling from the operating machine could cause being entangled under the machine or being injured by the machine. USE PAPER OR CARDBOARD TO CHECK FOR HYDRAULIC LEAKS To prevent serious injury or death: Relieve pressure on hydraulic system before repairing, adjusting or...
  • Page 17 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. 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.

  • Page 18: Safety Decal Locations - Fastack 1800

    Section 1 - Safety SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS - FaStack 1800 - 1 of 2 44076_A1 Page 1-9...
  • Page 19 Section 1 - Safety SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS FaStack 1800 - 2 of 2 44076_A2 44076_A3 Page 1-10...

  • Page 20: Safety Decal Locations - Fastack 1200 Flex

    Section 1 - Safety SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS - FaStack 1200 Flex - 1 of 2 44201_A1 Page 1-11...
  • Page 21 Section 1 - Safety SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS - FaStack 1200 Flex - 2 of 2 Page 1-12...

  • Page 22: Fastack Display And Joystick

    Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick FaStack Display The FaStack display is used in the cab for making operation choices and viewing the status/operation of the machine. The display is a touch screen but also has buttons on the side that can be used for making screen choices.

  • Page 23: Software Menu Tree

    Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick Software Menu Tree The software is designed to show a number of display screens. The screens offer operational choices and also the option to advance to additional screens. The software menu tree is a visual representation of the display screens.

  • Page 24: Home Screen For 1800 And 1200 Flex

    Pressing will reset the counter to 219163 FaStack 1200 Flex Home Screen zero. TRANSPORT MODE is used to move the loading arm to the raised position. This button is used when the table is full and the machine is ready for transporting to the unloading site.
  • Page 25 Position the bale according to the bale turn selection. Lift the arm. 219163 FaStack 1200 Flex Home Screen Place the bale onto the front table. Lower the loading arm to the ready position. Open the clamp for the next bale.

  • Page 26: Auto Sequence Active

    Once the automated sequence is complete the light will go out. 219163 FaStack 1200 Flex Home Screen For 1800 Only The front table can be controlled manually with the joystick buttons. FRONT TABLE AUTO is the option to have...

  • Page 27: Front Table Rotate

    Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick For 1200 Flex Only The front table can be controlled manually with the joystick buttons. The FRONT TABLE AUTO is the option to have the front table rising to place the bales onto the rear table and the table lowering automated with a single button push.

  • Page 28: Menu Screen Selections

    Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick Menu Screen Selections The Menu Screen gives a number of selections. DISPLAY SETTINGS The Display Settings button allows: Select the Language for the display. 219170 Menu Screen Selection Auto Backlight Adjustment. This selection will increase/ decrease the screen brightness...

  • Page 29: Controller Settings

    Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick CONTROLLER SETTINGS Rear Table Position The Controller Settings button allows: Sensor Statuses button brings a screen that shows the status of the sensors. Adjust Setpoints button brings up screens to adjust the set points of the sensors.

  • Page 30: Adjust Setpoints

    Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick " Check if: Flipper Switch is showing TRUE or FALSE Full Load Switch is showing TRUE or FALSE Push Retract Switch showing TRUE or FALSE (1200 Flex only) If any of the sensors are not showing voltage or TRUE or FALSE then check the sensor and connections.

  • Page 31: Restore Default Settings

    Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick When a setting is tapped to make an adjustment a calculator style keypad will show on the display. Use the keypad to enter a new value. Press the enter button register the new setpoint value. The change will be retained when the system is powered off.

  • Page 32: Adjust Setpoint Descriptions

    Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick Adjust Setpoint Descriptions Adjust Setpoint Sensor Description ARM POSITION 1 Arm rotary sensor Position at which the flipper up starts activating during the arm raise cycle with bale turn off. ARM POSITION 2 Arm rotary sensor Position at which the arm stops prior to lowering quickly in the "stutter step"...
  • Page 33 Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick FRONT TABLE Front table Upper limit of front table. POSITION 2 up/down rotary sensor FRONT TABLE Front table Lower limit of front table. POSITION 3 up/down rotary sensor FRONT TABLE Front table Position at which the front table starts POSITION 4 up/down rotary rotating in the raise cycle.

  • Page 34: Manual Hydraulic Control

    Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick MANUAL HYDRAULIC CONTROL Manual Hydraulic Controls are used when there is a sensor failure or some other unanticipated event. FRONT TABLE ROTATE The Manual Hydraulic Control allows for manual rotation of the front table on the FaStack 1200.

  • Page 35: Information

    Section 2 - FaStack Display and Joystick When the Lockout Over-Ride is activated the Loading Arm Automation, the Front Table Automation, and the Front Table Rotate are turned off as well. The Lockout is toggled with the button on the display. When tapped the user must select Yes or No before it turns on.

  • Page 36: Transporting The Bale Stacker

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker 3.0 Transporting the Bale Stacker Only tow the Bale Stacker behind a properly sized and equipped tractor or vehicle which exceeds 2/3 (66%) of the loaded stacker weight. Shut off the tractor engine before attaching the bale stacker or hydraulics.

  • Page 37: Adjust The Position Of The Hitch Clevis

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker 3. Adjust the position of the hitch clevis. Remove the clevis bolts (1) and move the clevis so that the bale stacker can connect to the tractor drawbar while maintaining the bale stacker frame height of 22"...

  • Page 38: Attach The Hydraulic Hoses

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker 8. Attach the hydraulic hoses. Clean the end of the hoses and the connection. The pressure hose from the tractor must plug into the port of the hydraulic block marked with "P" on the block (2).

  • Page 39: Connect The Joystick To The Harness Connection

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker Connect the joystick to the harness connection. Connect the display to the harness connection. Connect the power cord into the key and constant 12V DC power supply of the tractor. Connect the round connector power connector into the tractor power receptacle.

  • Page 40: If Needed, Select For Open Center Hydraulics

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker If needed, select for Open Center Hydraulics. To select Open Center hydraulics • Touch the Menu button on the display home screen. • Touch Open Center Hydraulics. There should be a check mark in the small box to indicate it is turned on.

  • Page 41: Activate The Hydraulics And Lock The Control Valve

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker Activate the hydraulics and lock the control valve to the open position. The hydraulic functions of the stacker will be controlled with the joystick and display. If the lift arm cylinder locks are installed: Raise the lift arm using the joystick button to relieve any pressure on...

  • Page 42: Lower The Front Table

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker Lower the front table. 217146 Lower the Front Table Touch the Unload button on the display to turn on the unloading functions of the machine and joystick buttons. The toggle switch should be down to indicate it is turned to unload mode.

  • Page 43: Check The Condition Of All The Tires

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker Check the condition of all the tires. Fill the tires to 40 psi (276 Kpa). 217147 Check Condition of All the Tires Ensure that the flat portion of the wheel stud washer is against the wheel rim.

  • Page 44: Raise The Lift Arm Using The Joystick Button

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker Raise the lift arm using the joystick button. Stand Clear of the lift arm. A moving lift arm can cause serious injury or death. Never stand under the lift arm when lowering or raising. Do not allow people near the lift arm when being moved.

  • Page 45: Remove The Rear Lift Arm Transport Lock From The Storage Position

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker Remove the rear lift arm transport lock (1) from the storage position. Remove the clip pin (2) from the storage tab. Do not walk under the raised lift arm until the front and rear locks are secured in place.

  • Page 46: Ensure The Lights Are Working

    Section 3 - Transporting the Bale Stacker Ensure that the Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) sign and signal lights are clean and visible. Ensure the lights are working. Stay away from overhead power 217149 Ensure SMV is Visible and Lights Are Working lines.
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  • Page 48: Preparing The Bale Stacker

    Section 4 - Preparing the Bale Stacker 4.0 Preparing the Bale Stacker 1. Park the tractor and bale stacker on level ground. Engage the tractor parking brake. Shut down the tractor and remove the key before repairing, servicing, lubricating cleaning machine.

  • Page 49: Connect The Lighting Cable

    Section 4 - Preparing the Bale Stacker Clean the end of the hoses and the connection. Firmly push the hoses into the tractor receptacle. Route the hoses so they do not interfere with moving parts. 5. Connect the lighting cable to the electrical connection on the tractor.

  • Page 50: Connect The Tractor Harness To The Stacker Harness Located On The Hitch

    Section 4 - Preparing the Bale Stacker 8. Connect the tractor harness to the stacker harness located on the hitch. See Section 3 for display and joystick connections. Ensure the harness does not interfere with or contact moving parts. 9. Connect the power cord into the keyed and constant 12V DC power supply of the tractor.

  • Page 51: Touch The Load Button On The Home Screen

    Section 4 - Preparing the Bale Stacker To adjust the 2 hydraulic valves: • At the Home Screen touch the Unload button. • Set the tractor engine to the speed for operating the hydraulics. • Adjust boost cylinder bleed valve (3). Close the valve completely.

  • Page 52: Lower The Lift Arm

    Section 4 - Preparing the Bale Stacker Use the joystick button to lower the lift arm. Stand Clear of the lift arm. A moving lift arm can cause serious injury or death. Never stand under the lift arm when lowering or raising. Do not allow people near the lift arm when being moved.

  • Page 53: Adjust The Lift Arm For The Size Of The Bales

    219019C Adjust Arm for 4 Foot (1.2 m) Bales Fasten in place with the bolts. On the FaStack 1200 Flex adjust the spring loaded bar (4) on the lift arm for the length of the bales. It is important to adjust this bar so...

  • Page 54: Check That The Lift Arm Operates Freely

    Never stand under the lift arm when lowering or raising. Do not allow people near the lift arm when the being moved. On the FaStack 1200 Flex check that the front table rotates freely. 219036 Check that Lift Arm Operates Freely Stay clear of the table when turning.

  • Page 55: Check That The Front Table Raises And Lowers Freely

    Section 4 - Preparing the Bale Stacker Lower the lift arm. On the display touch FRONT TABLE ROTATE. Use the joystick buttons to raise the front table. As it is rising the table should rotate. 219182 Push Front Table Rotate Button 218074 Check the Front Table Rotates (1200 Flex)

  • Page 56: Check That The Rear Table Raises And Lowers Freely

    Section 4 - Preparing the Bale Stacker Check that the rear table raises and lowers freely. Stay clear when raising or lowering the table. Serious injury or death could occur from contact with the moving table. Lower the lift arm. Lower the front table.

  • Page 57: Fastack 1200 Flex - Check That The Pushoffs Fully Extend And Retract

    Section 4 - Preparing the Bale Stacker FaStack 1200 Flex - Check that the pushoffs fully extend and retract. Push the Unload button on the display. Raise the rear table to 90 degrees. Push the joystick buttons to extend and retract the pushoff cylinders.

  • Page 58: Check That The Side Racks Open And Close

    Push the Unload button on the display. Use the joystick buttons to open and close the side rack. On the FaStack 1200 Flex the 217161 Check that the Side Racks Open and Close side racks are an option. They may be not be present.
  • Page 59 Section 4 - Preparing the Bale Stacker Note: If fluid is injected under the skin, it must be removed immediately by a surgeon familiar with this type of injury. Do not go under a raised table. Serious injury or death could occur from the table lowering.

  • Page 60: Operating The Bale Stacker

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker 5.0 Operating the Bale Stacker Do not allow anyone to ride on the bale stacker. Falling from the machine can cause injury. Stay clear of overhead power lines. Electrocution can occur without contacting the power lines.

  • Page 61: Number Of Bales Capacity

    12 Bales of 4'x4' Off Strings On or Off Strings FaStack 1200 Flex FaStack 1200 Flex Bale Capacity Fastack Flex indicates the ability to stack bales from the end of the stack giving the user more flexibility as to where the bales can be stacked whether it be in the field or in a shed.

  • Page 62: On Strings" Or "Off Strings" Stacking

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker "On Strings" or "Off Strings" Stacking The position of the bale strings when loaded on the front table will be the same position of the strings in the unloaded stack. The unloaded stacking of "On Strings" (strings down) or "Off Strings"...

  • Page 63: Loading Bales In The Field

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker LOADING BALES IN THE FIELD 1. Drive the bale stacker into the field area. 2. Park on level ground. 3. Engage the hydraulic lever and lock it in the open position. 4. On the display touch the Load Button so the joystick buttons operate the functions required to pick up the bales.

  • Page 64: Loading The Front Table

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Loading the Front Table There are 2 options for loading the Front table: ! Loading Arm Manual Control See page 5-5 ! Loading Arm Auto Control See page 5-7 Loading the Front Table Loading Arm Manual Control 219037 Lower Front Table ,Lower Lift Arm...
  • Page 65 Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Drive forward until the bale is fully against the spring bar at the back of the lift arm. The bale stacker may be operated at field speeds of 3 - 4 mph (4 - 6 km/h). It is not required to stop to pick up a bale.
  • Page 66 Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Loading the Front Table Loading Arm Auto Control The Loading Arm Auto feature enables using 2 single button presses to pick a bale. Keep people clear machine when in Auto mode. Parts of the machine will move without operator control and move unexpectedly.

  • Page 67: Fastack 1800 Front Table Raise

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker FaStack 1800 Front Table Raise There are 2 options for the FaStack 1800 Front table raise: ! Front Table Manual Raise Control See page 5-8 ! Front Table Auto Raise Control See page 5-9 219043 Lower Arm Before Lifting Front Table FaStack 1800 Front Table Raise...

  • Page 68: Fastack 1800 Front Table Auto Raise

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker FaStack 1800 Front Table Auto Raise The Front Table Auto feature enables using a single button press to load the bales from the front table onto the rear table and then lower the front table. Keep people clear...

  • Page 69: Fastack 1200 Front Table Raise

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker FaStack 1200 Front Table Raise There are 4 options for the FaStack 1200 Front table raise: ! Front Table Raise Manual Control without rotating the bales. See page 5-10. ! Front Table Raise Manual Control with rotating the bales.

  • Page 70: Manual Control With Rotating Bales

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker On the joystick press the front table up button to raise the table and move the bales onto the rear table. The side racks will open as the front table is lifted. Pause while lifting the front table to allow the bales to move so they are resting on the rollers of the rear table.
  • Page 71 Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Stay clear when raising or lowering the tables. Serious injury or death could occur from contact with the moving table. There is a crushing hazard if limbs or body is placed between the hitch and table when the table deck is lowered.

  • Page 72: Auto Control Without Rotating The Bales

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker FaStack 1200 Front Table Raise Auto Control Without Rotating the Bales Stay clear when raising or lowering the tables. Serious injury or death could occur from contact with the moving table. There is a crushing hazard between the hitch and table when the table deck is lowered.

  • Page 73: Auto Control With Rotating The Bales

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Note: If the bales are hitting against the side racks when being lifted, adjust the bale stops (1) on the front table. Loosen the bolts holding the stops (1) and move the stops as needed.

  • Page 74: If The Bales Are Hitting Against The Side Racks

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Stay clear when front table is lifted because bales could fall. Stay clear of the table when turning. The front table can move quickly. Contact with the front table can cause serious injury or death.

  • Page 75: Rear Table Full Load

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Rear Table Full Load When the rear table has a full load the red light "Full Load" will come on the display. Fully raise the front table. The front table against the bales gives added stability while traveling to the stacking site.

  • Page 76: Recommended Procedures For Starting A Bale Stack With

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Recommended Procedures for Starting A Bale Stack with: ! FaStack 1800 ! FaStack 1200 Bales Not Rotated Note: On FaStack 1200 this is only for bales that are loaded with the 4' side of the bale resting on the table.

  • Page 77: Fastack 1200 With Bales Rotated

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker 3. For the second load position (2) the stacker beside the previous stack (1). Position the stacker so that when the rear table is upright the stack (2) will be close to the previous stack and the bales in line.
  • Page 78 Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker 2. Begin the stack in a "stair step" method by stacking partial loads of a reduced height. This method helps to create stability for additional bale loads and to aid in the unloading of more bales. When stacking bales of 3' high (ex.
  • Page 79 Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker 5. Raise the rear table to around 45 degrees from the ground. 6. Back up the tractor until it is possible to see the bottom corners of the previously placed stack. This can be used as a guide to align the stacks.
  • Page 80 Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Fully retract the pushoffs until the Push Off Extended light on the display goes out. The recommended procedure is to fully retract the pushoffs before pulling the tractor away from the stack. Watch the top of the stack for falling bales.

  • Page 81: Unloading Bales

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Unloading Bales 1. Lower the lift arm to be clear of the front table. If Transport Mode + Loading Arm Auto is on, then push the Transport Mode. The lift arm will lower to the ready position and the Transport Mode will stop blinking.

  • Page 82: Stop Raising The Table When The Bales Start To Slide

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker Stay clear of the rear table when raising. There is a crushing hazard if limbs or body is placed between the table and ground or surrounding objects when the table is raised. 7. Stop raising the table when the bales start to slide.

  • Page 83: Lift The Rear Table To The Fully Raised Position

    If unloading beside a stack, only open the racks a small amount. Slowly drive forward as the bales are unloading. On the FaStack 1200 Flex activate the pushoffs (1) to help 217069 Raise Table, Open Side Racks push the bales off the forks.

  • Page 84: Lower The Table Completely

    Section 5 - Operating the Bale Stacker When the bales are unloaded and clear of the machine, use the joystick button to lower the table completely. Note: On the 1200 Flex, if the joystick button to lower the rear table is pushed while the pushoffs are extended then the pushoffs will retract before the table is able to lower.
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  • Page 86: Maintaining The Bale Stacker

    Section 6 - Maintaining the Bale Stacker Maintaining the Bale Stacker Shutdown Procedure For your safety and the safety of others, this procedure must be followed before dismounting from the tractor for repairing, servicing, cleaning or lubricating the bale stacker. Step 1: Reduce the engine speed to idle.
  • Page 87 Section 6 - Maintaining the Bale Stacker ! Lift Clamp Arm and Cylinder 2 points on the cylinder. 219041-2C Grease Lift Clamp Arm and Cylinder ! Grease the bale turn cylinders 2 cylinders with 2 points each. 217189-2C2 Grease the Bale Turn Cylinders ! Grease the bale support arm pivots 2 points on the arm.

  • Page 88: Grease Every 200 Hours

    Section 6 - Maintaining the Bale Stacker ! Grease the rollers at the front table 2 rollers with 2 points each. 217190C Grease Rollers Under Front Table Grease Every 200 Hours Do not raise the tables to do the greasing. A raised table could lower which could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 89 Section 6 - Maintaining the Bale Stacker ! Grease the rear table cylinders 2 cylinders with 2 points each 217123C Grease Rear Table Cylinders ! Grease the rear table roller 1 roller with 2 points 217191C Grease Rear Table Rear Roller ! Grease the axle walking beams 2 axles with 1 point each 217125C...
  • Page 90 Section 6 - Maintaining the Bale Stacker ! Grease the side rails on each side of the machine 4 points on each side rail 217192C Grease the Side Rails ! Grease the side rail linkage on each side of the machine 1 point on linkage on each side 217192C2 Grease the Side Rail Linkage...
  • Page 91 Section 6 - Maintaining the Bale Stacker ! Grease the front table cylinders 2 cylinders. 1 point on each cylinder. 217195C Grease Front Table Cylinders ! Grease the rear table boost cylinder 1 point. 217196C Grease the Rear Table Boost Cylinder ! Grease the trolley carriage 8 points on the carriage 4 points on each side of the...
  • Page 92 Section 6 - Maintaining the Bale Stacker ! Grease the trolley sprocket 1 point. 217198C Grease the Trolley Sprocket ! Grease the hitch jack 2 points. 219054C Grease the Hitch Jack ! Lubricate the trolley chain with a quality chain oil. 217199C Lubricate the Trolley Chain Page 6-7...

  • Page 93: Check The Lift Arm Rotation Sensor

    Section 6 - Maintaining the Bale Stacker Check the Lift Arm Rotation Sensor Visually inspect rotation sensor (1) mounted on the rear of the lift arm. Check that the sensor (1) is in good condition. Check that the area around the sensor is free from debris.

  • Page 94: Replacing An Electrical Fuse

    Section 6 - Maintaining the Bale Stacker Replacing An Electrical Fuse The fuses are located in the tractor cable. The fuse size is located on the fuse holder. The fuses and what they protect are indicated in the diagram. V i s u a l l y I n s p e c t H y d r a u l i c Hoses/Fittings...

  • Page 95: Tire Changing Procedure

    Section 6 - Maintaining the Bale Stacker Tire Changing Procedure Before beginning, make sure the tractor is turned off and the parking brake is set. Securely block the bale stacker before any work is done around or under the machine. Relieve hydraulic pressure and disconnect the hydraulic hoses.

  • Page 96: Section 7 - Storing The Bale Stacker

    Section 7 - Storing the Bale Stacker 7.0 STORING THE BALE STACKER 1. Clean all the debris off the bale stacker. 2. Lubricate all bale stacker grease points (See Section 6). 3. Lubricate the bale trolley chain to keep it from weather exposure.

  • Page 97: Lower The Rear Table

    Section 7 - Storing the Bale Stacker 9. Lower the rear table to be resting on the frame. Stay clear of the table when raising or lowering. There is a crushing hazard if limbs or body is placed between the deck and ground or surrounding objects when the deck is raised or lowered.

  • Page 98: Lower The Lift Arm

    Section 7 - Storing the Bale Stacker Lower the lift arm. Stand clear of the bale lift arm. The moving lift arm can cause serious injury or death. Never stand under lift arm when lowering or raising. Do not allow people near the lift arm when being moved.

  • Page 99: Disconnect The Tractor Cable From The Hitch Harness

    Section 7 - Storing the Bale Stacker Disconnect the tractor cable from the hitch harness. Secure the hydraulic hoses and electrical connector on the hitch to keep them off the ground and clean. Disconnect the hitch from the tractor. Disconnect the safety chain. 219032 Disconnect Hitch and Safety Chain Page 7-4...

  • Page 100: Section 8 - Troubleshooting

    Section 8 - Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING Lift Arm Symptom Problem Solution Lift Arm Not Lifting Front table is up Lower the front table Hydraulics not turned on Engage control valve in the tractor Hydraulic flow Lever in the tractor wrong way for hydraulic flow Hydraulics Check the hydraulic connections to the hydraulic...
  • Page 101 Section 8 - Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Bale Clamp Not Hydraulics Check the hydraulic Opening/Closing connections to the hydraulic block and the clamp cylinder Electrical Select "Load" on the display. Check the wiring to the controller and to the hydraulic block for power to the solenoid Check the fuses are supplying power to the...

  • Page 102: Front Table

    Section 8 - Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Check Section 2 "MANUAL HYDRAULIC CONTROL" for manual control of the flipper Check section 2 "ADJUST SETPOINTS" for "Flipper Timer 1" seconds Solenoid on Hydraulic Block Check for power to the solenoid on the hydraulic block Flipper does not stop at bale Proximity Switch...
  • Page 103 Section 8 - Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Electrical Select "Load" on the display Check the wiring to the control box and to the hydraulic block for power to the solenoid Check the fuses are supplying power to the control module and display Rotation Sensor Check the condition of the rotation sensor on the front...

  • Page 104: Rear Table

    Section 8 - Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Check Section 2 "MANUAL HYDRAULIC CONTROL" for manual control of the table rotation Rotation Sensor Check the condition of the rotation sensor on the front table Check Section 2 "SENSOR STATUSES" for Front Table Position reading.

  • Page 105: Rear Table Trolley

    Section 8 - Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Front Table Rotation Sensor Check that Rotation sensor is not damaged and free of debris so it gives a signal that the front table is out of the way of the rear table Electrical Check the fuses are supplying power to the...

  • Page 106: Side Racks

    Section 8 - Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Trolley return speed too Trolley Return Speed Adjust Turn the trolley return adjust fast/slow valve for the desired return speed. See below for valve location Side Racks Symptom Problem Solution Side Racks Will Not Open or Hydraulics not turned on Engage the control valve in Close...
  • Page 107 Section 8 - Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Side Rack Timer Check Section 2 "ADJUST SETPOINTS" for Side Rack Timer Links Connected to Cylinder Check that the links to the rack cylinder are connected Check that the racks move freely Bales Hitting Side Racks Front Table Bale Stops Adjust the front table bale When Loading...

  • Page 108: Hydraulic Block And Valves

    Section 8 - Troubleshooting Hydraulic Block and Valves FaStack 1800 44533_AC FaStack 1800 Valve Block FaStack 1200 44534_AC FaStack 1200 Valve Block (Side Racks Not Present in Diagram) Page 8-9...
  • Page 109 Section 8 - Troubleshooting This Page Left Blank Page 8-10...

  • Page 110: Section 9 - Specifications

    Specifications FASTACK SPECIFICATIONS 1800 1200 Flex Weight (Unloaded) - 15156 lb (6881 kg) 16796 lb (7625 kg) Calculated (No Side Racks) Tongue Weight 3651 lb (1658 kg) 3696 lb (1678 kg) (unloaded) - (No Side Racks) Calculated Maximum Load Capacity 25200 lb (11441 kg) 19200 lb (11441 kg) Maximum Number of...
  • Page 111 Specifications 1800 1200 Flex Overall Length (Tables Lowered) 31" 11-1/8" (9.73 m) 34' ½:" (10.38 m) Overall Length Rear Table Raised 35" 1" (10.69 m) 38' 3/4" (11.60 m) Transport Width 13" 7" (4.14 m) 10' 6-1/2" (3.21 m) With Side Racks Transport Width 9' 11"...
  • Page 112 Highline New Equipment Limited Warranty Policy One (1) Year / 12 Months - Parts and Labour Highline Mfg. Ltd. (hereinafter "Highline") warrants this new product of Highline's manufacturer to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service for one (1) full year after initial purchase/retail sale.
  • Page 113 12. Depreciation damage caused by normal wear, lack of reasonable and proper maintenance, failure to follow operating instructions, misuse, and/or lack of proper protection during storage. 13. Accessory systems and electronics not of Highline's manufacture are warranted only to the extent of such manufacturer's respective Limited Warranty if any.

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