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To The Owner/Operator/Dealer This manual has been compiled to assist you in operating and servicing your new SCHULTE Rock Picker. READ and UNDERSTAND this manual BEFORE operating the Rock Picker. Pay special attention to the safety instructions. In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
PREDELIVERY SERVICE IS REQUIRED BY DEALER OR END USER DEALER'S PREDELIVERY SERVICE GUIDE for SCHULTE ROCK PICKERS and ACCESSORIES DETAILS OF ITEMS LISTED BELOW ARE COVERED IN THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL ____ Shipping damage corrected ____ Set up machine as outlined in the Assembly Instructions and Operator’s Manual. ____ Check that all safety decals are in good condition, replace if necessary.
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SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY A safe and careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions. The first section of this Manual includes a list of Safety Messages that, if followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury or death.
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SAFETY READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Serious injury or death may occur unless care is taken to follow the warnings and instructions stated in the Safety Messages. Always use good common sense to avoid hazards. (SG-2) PELIGRO! Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que si lo lea para que le tradu zca las m edidas d e se guridad.
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SAFETY DANGER! Never allow children or other pers ons to ride o n the Tractor o r Imp lement. Falling off can res ult in serious injury or dea th. (SG-10) DANGER! Ne ver allow childre n to opera te or ride on the T ractor or Im plem ent. (SGM-11) WARNING! Do not mount th e T racto r while the Tractor is moving.
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SAFETY WARNING! The ope rator and all support p ersonn el sho uld w ear h ard h ats, safety shoes, safety glasses, and proper he aring pro tec tion at all times for protection from injury including injury from items thrown by the E quipme nt. (SG-16) CAUTION! PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE PERMANENT...
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SAFETY WARNING! Never attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material from the Implement while it is in motion or while Tractor engine is running. Make sure the Tractor engine is off before working on the Imp lement. (SG-20) WARNING! Pe riodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace w hen nec essary with authorized se rvice parts .
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SAFETY DANGER! NEVER use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating the Tractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator's alertness and coordination and therefore affect the operator's ability to operate the Equipment safely. Before operating the Tractor or Implement, an operator on prescription or ov er-the-coun ter m edication m ust consult a medical professional reg arding any side effec ts o f the medication that would hinder the ir ability to operate the Equ ipment safely.
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SAFETY DANGER! Th is Implement is wider than the T racto r. Be carefu l wh en operatin g or tra nsporting this Equipment to preven t the Im plem ent from runn ing into or striking sign posts, gua rd rails, concrete abu tme nts or other solid objects.
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SAFETY Decal # 226-146 Decal # 226-151 Location : Hitch pole Location: Bucket, left and right side Decal # 226-144 Location: Right grate panel and left frame Decal # 226-148 Location : Hitch pole 1-10 Sch ulte 2500 Gian t July, 2003...
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SAFETY Decal # 226-150 Decal # 226-193 Location: Right grate panel and left frame Location: Inside chain case Decal # 226-191 Location : Hitch pole 1-11 Sch ulte 2500 Gian t July, 2003...
INTRODUCTION SECTION Sch ulte 2500 Gian t July, 2003...
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INTRODUCTION The 2500 Giant Rock Picker is a reel type rock picking implement designed primarily for picking surface rock 2" [51mm] to 27" [686mm] in diameter. With proper maintenance as described in this manual, your Rock Picker will provide you with years of dependable service with a minimum of repairs.
INTRODUCTION General Data 2500 Giant Weight (approx.) 4970 lbs. (2254 kg) Overall length 205" (5.207 m) Overall width 114" (2.896 m) Height w/ rock deflector 81" (2.057 m) Hopper capacity 2.5 cubic yards (1.94 m Dumping height 49" (1.245 m) Tire size 16.5L x 16.1SL Power requirement...
OPERATION Preparation for Operation 1. Adjust the front hitch clevis up or down so that the rock picker main frame is parallel to the ground or as near as possible. Make sure that the tractor draw pin is retained on the bottom side, otherwise it may work loose during operation disconnecting the rock picker from the tractor.
OPERATION 7. Two transport pins are provided on the grate as a safety feature to be used while transporting the machine on public roads. A hairpin is provided for holding the transport pins in place. Refer to Figure 3-3. IMPORTANT: Remember to place the pin in the storage position before operating the hydraulic lift cylinders.
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OPERATION 1. Adjust the reel speed to 30-40 RPM. Refer Figure 3-2 in ‘Preparation for Operation’ section. Reel speed can be adjusted using the flow control valve on the rock picker. Adjust the lever on the flow control valve until proper reel speed is obtained then lock the lever in place using the screw on the valve.
OPERATION WARNING! SHUT DOWN the tractor completely before servicing or adjusting any part of the machine. Transportation CAUTION! Always install the transport pins before transporting the machine on public roads. 1. Swing the rock picker into transportation position using the following procedure. Refer to Figure 3-1 in ‘Preparation for Operation’.
OPERATION Transport Light Kit Installation of Lights The light assemblies are installed onto the left and right rock deflector uprights. Drill 3/8" diameter holes as shown and install lights with 5/16" x 3/4" bolts and lock nuts. Install the lights with the red and amber lenses facing to the rear, with the amber on top.
OPERATION Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Correction Reel does not turn Oil not getting into hydraulic Check hydraulic connections motor Check tractor flow control valve Throwing rocks over back Reel speed too fast Adjust flow control on tractor Reel not sweeping rocks into Batt springs too loose Tighten springs bucket...
MAINTENANCE NOTE: Experience has shown that the majority of breakdowns are the result of inadequate or improper service and inspection. Drive Chain Apply oil periodically with a brush or spout can, preferably at least once every 8 hours of operation and after use, this allows the oil to soak into the chain joints.
MAINTENANCE Hubs And Spindles Check hubs weekly for bearing play and condition of seal. Greasing and Installation It is recommended that hubs are dismantled, cleaned and repacked every year. Use the diagram and following instructions for maintaining the wheel hubs. Whenever a worn or damaged seal is replaced the bearing assembly should be cleaned and repacked with a good grade of wheel grease.
MAINTENANCE Tightening Instructions for 812 Hubs Proper setting for the tapered roller bearings is described in the following procedure. Always use a new cotter pin when making adjustments to the hubs. 1. Tighten the castle nut to 50 foot punds while turning hub clockwise. Then back the nut off 1/2 of a turn.
MAINTENANCE Batt Springs Adjust the eyebolts on the batt springs so that the spring coils JUST begin to clear one another. Occasionally check and adjust the batt springs. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten the batt springs as this will cause damage to the springs and reduce the cushioning effect when picking larger rocks.
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MAINTENANCE STORAGE If possible, store your rock picker under cover. Install hitch jack on lug at front of hitch pole. It is recommended that drive chains be removed from the machine, cleaned and stored in oil over the winter months. If this is not possible apply oil to all chains and sprockets. Fully retract the hydraulic cylinders and install the transport pins.
Main Frame & Bucket Sch ulte 2500 Gian t July, 2003...
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Main Frame & Bucket Ref. Part No. Description Qty. R100-101 Main frame R100-110 Hitch pole R100-120 Bucket R100-130 Bucket bearing R100-125 Lift link Sn# R10090002701 to R10090077712 R100-127 Lift link Sn# R10090078808 to Current 231-020 Base hitch 228-012 Hose organizer R100-105 Grate lock -up pin R100-117...
Tow Clevis Ref. Part No. Description Qty. 231-019 Double tow clevis 250-110 Bolt, 3/4 x 5 UNC 270-001 Lock nut, 3/4" UNC 231-020 Perfect hitch Note: Turn the base hitch over, as shown, when using the tow clevis. Sch ulte 2500 Gian t July, 2003...
Hydraulic Drive Assembly 5-12 Sch ulte 2500 Gian t July, 2003...
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Hydraulic Drive Assembly Ref. Part No. Description Qty. 111-156 Hose assembly 105", JIC x NPT 111-242 Hose assembly 95", JIC x NPT 108-045 Elbow, 3/4-16 JIC x 7/8-14 ORB 108-031 Elbow, 3/4-16 JIC 108-005 Ma le Tee, 3/4-16 J IC 111-153 Ho se a sse mb ly 13", O RB x JIC 111-154...
Transport Kits Safety Chain (S000-010) 10,1 00 lbs . capacity, 59" m in. length NOTE: This safety chain is intended as an auxiliary atta ching syste m per ASA E S 338.3 . Th e safe ty c hain w ill help con trol the ro ck p icker sho uld it acc identally separa te from the draw bar.
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SCHULTE INDUSTRIES LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY ON SCHULTE ROCK PICKERS Schulte Industries Limited ("the manufacturer") warrants to the original purchaser only, that in the event of any defect in material or workmanship in the Rock Picker, the subject of this warranty ("the goods") during the warranty period mentioned below the manufacturer will provide the cover specified below.
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COVER In respect of claims notified: Commercial use - During the first six (6) months, parts and labour on repair. Non-commercial, governmental, municipal or farm use - During the first twelve (12) months, parts and labour on repair. Rental use - During the first thirty (30) days, parts and labour on repair. The buyer is responsible for any labour charges exceeding a reasonable amount as determined by the manufacturer and for returning the goods to the dealer, whether or not the claim is approved.
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