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Operator's Manual
(SN23001-23999)
Model JS7020 & JS9020
Sidehill Leveling System
S650, S660, S670, S680 & S690
S760, S770, S780 & S790
D-171206CMA01C
September, 2022
WARNING
Read and understand
operator's manual prior to
operating this equipment.
Failure to follow operation
instructions could result in
personal injury or damage to
the equipment.

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual (SN23001-23999) Model JS7020 & JS9020 Sidehill Leveling System S650, S660, S670, S680 & S690 S760, S770, S780 & S790 D-171206CMA01C September, 2022 WARNING Read and understand operator’s manual prior to operating this equipment. Failure to follow operation instructions could result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.
  • Page 2 Hillco is for the sole purpose of identifying such goods and shall not create an express warranty that the goods shall conform to such description.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    JS5010 & JS7010 Header Trim Schematic (Non Contour Master)..........62 Hydraulic Schematics JS9020 Hydraulic (Leveling and Factory Header Trim)..............63 JS9020 Hydraulic (Leveling and Hillco Header Trim)..............64 JS5010 & JS7020 Hydraulic (Leveling and Header Trim)............. 65 Notes D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc.

  • Page 4: Model And Serial Number

    Hillco does not guarantee any non-John Deere header applications and will not be responsible for any damage incurred from improper header configurations. Please call Hillco Technologies if you have any questions regarding the JS7020 & JS9020 or any other header configuration.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Operator’s Manual. If extra copies of the operator’s manual are needed, contact Hillco at 1-800-937-2461 or download it from Hillco Technologies’ website at www.hillcotechnologies.com Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners.

  • Page 6: Safety

    This Safety Alert symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert symbol identifies important safety messages on the Hillco Leveling System and in the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death.

  • Page 7: Operation Safety

    6. Ensure all fittings and hoses are in good repair. 7. Do not make any repairs to the leveling system hydraulic system including: valves, hydraulic hoses, adapters, pumps, manifolds, or reservoirs without first contacting your authorized Hillco dealer. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc.

  • Page 8: Service And Maintenance Safety

    3. Make sure the Auto/Manual leveling toggle switch is in the “Manual” position for all transport and highway travel situations. 4. Always travel at a safe speed. Use caution when making corners or meeting traffic. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 9: Safety Labels

    3. After the area has completely dried, peal the backing off the safety label and place it onto the cleaned area. 4. Make sure all areas of the label have adhered to the machine by pressing down on the entire face of the label, including the corners. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 10 LL20-100784 CAUTION This machine is equipped with a Leveling System. Make sure the Auto/Manual leveling control switch is in the manual position before starting machine. Read operator’s manual before operating this machine. LL20-100782 D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 11 Use caution when using ladder. LL20-100785 CAUTION LeveLing SyStem Hazard this machine is equipped with a leveling system. Combine chassis moves independent of carriage. read operator’s manual and be aware of hazardous areas at all times. LL20-100787 D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 12 DANGER AVOID CRUSHING INJURY Install safety stops on the main leveling cylinders before performing repair or maintenance on the leveling system to prevent accidental tipping of combine chassis. LL-143621 D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 13: Product Description

    Product Description 18% (10.2°) The Hillco Sidehill Leveling System is designed for John Deere S Series combines. Hillco designed the Sidehill Leveling System to maintain the combine’s threshing capacity and harvesting efficiency on contours of slopes up to 18%. This leveling system is designed to be installed with little modification to the combine.

  • Page 14: Controls And Components

    Manual Leveling Speed Joystick calibrations Auto/Manual Leveling Detail description of the monitor and adjustable settings are later in this manual. Manual Tilt Manual Tilt For operation of the leveling system see the Left Right Operation section. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 15: Hydraulic Gear Pump

    Hydraulic Gear Pump The JS7020 has a Hydraulic Gear Pump (A) that is mounted directly to the output shaft of the combine’s rear engine housing. It provides the necessary hydraulic flow to operate the leveling systems functions. The gear pump isolates the leveling system’s hydraulic flow from the...

  • Page 16: Leveling Controller

    The position is then displayed in the corner post of the cab. D - Transition Position Indicator D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 17: Overcarriage Position Indicator

    Specifications Acorn Nut on Feeder Chain 40N*m/30lb-ft Chain Slat Hardware 40N*m/30lb-ft Feeder Drum Arms Hillco provides longer feeder drum arms that C - Slat accommodate the increased length of the feeder D - Acorn Nut house. E - Drum Arm D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc.

  • Page 18: Header Position Sensor

    Use of the double rubber step may cause ladder damage if the rubber step drags on the ground. Damage due to the ladder contacting the ground is not covered by Hillco’s warranty. If operator chooses to operate the combine with the double rubber step the combine must maintain at least 12”...

  • Page 19: Mechanical Leveling Cylinder Stops

    Add cylinder stops to prevent A - Mechanical Leveling Cylinder Stops the cylinder from over-leveling the combine. 5/8 inch - Part # MC-137251 Contact Hillco for these cylinder stops. 1/8 inch - Part # MC-137501 Notice Set Carriage Angle Limits prior to installing Leveling Cylinder Stops.

  • Page 20: Hydraulic Leveling Cylinders And Counter-Balance Valves

    Hydraulic Leveling Cylinders and Counter-Balance Valves JS7020 & JS9020 There are two leveling cylinders (A) located on the rearward side of the leveling system’s carriage. These cylinders are pressurized by the leveling hydraulic valve to tilt the combine chassis to correct for slope changes.

  • Page 21: Drop Axle

    Because of the increased rotation of the rear axle it is necessary to space the rear wheels A - Drop Axle out to avoid interference with shields. See the B - Drop Axle Wing Rear Axle Spacing Chart for more information. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 22: Header Tilt Control Switches

    In case the header contacts the ground, a relief valve prevents damage to the header and feeder house. C - Slave Cylinder D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 23: Operation

    90° position otherwise ladder damage may result. Do not unload grain from the combine while CAUTION operating the Leveling System in Automatic Mode. The chassis may tilt unexpectedly and cause damage to the unloading auger. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 24: Leveling System Controls

    This will ensure that there are not any unexpected weight shifts during the loading process. In addition to the Tie Down locations on the combine, Hillco provides T-hook slots (B) on the undercarriage for securing combine to the trailer.

  • Page 25: Lateral Header Tilt / Contour Master

    C - Auto/Manual Indicator D - Manual Left E - Manual Right Leveling Controls: Located on the right side of the JD monitor. These switches allow for Auto/Manual control (B) and Left/Right leveling (C, D). D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 26 TILT LEFT: Push the switch to the left to tilt the header counterclockwise. TILT RIGHT: Push the switch to the right to tilt the header clockwise Header Trim Switch D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 27 4WD Alarm Slope: 1 Disengage 4wd before heading downhill. Menu When the 4WD Alarm Sounds and Warning is displayed WARNING IMMEDIATELY DISENGAGE the Rear Wheel Assist or Control of the Combine COULD be lost. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 28: Operator Adjustments

    Menu. Scroll up and down using the up and down arrows. When the desired function is highlighted select the enter button. To go back to the main menu select Manual Leveling Speed the Back button. Screen Brightness Smart Unload D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 29 Slower Faster Display Backlight The brightness can be adjusted up and down. Use the Screen Brightness up and down arrows (B) to adjust the brightness and then hit Enter to save the setting. Night D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 30: Calibration

    Press the ESC button to return to the previous screen. Calibration From the main menu, using the up/down arrows (C), Main Menu highlight calibration. Press enter (D). Operator Settings Calibration Diagnostics Active Alarms Continued on next page. Dealer Settings D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 31 The carriage can rotate until the Fore/Aft Clinometer cylinders bottom out. With the Joystick in the center position press the Enter button (C). Joystick Step 1 of 3 Joystick Output: 2452 With the joystick centered press the enter button D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 32 Press the ESC button (C) to return to the calibration menu. Joystick Step 3 of 3 Joystick Output: 2452 Hold the joystick fully to the Saved left and then press enter. Home Enter Home Enter D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 33 Press ESC (C) to return to the calibration Left/Right Clinometer menu. Place a level crossways on the cab floor Manually lean the chassis until the cab Saved floor is level Press Enter to save the level calibration point D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 34 If Level Limit Stops are used be sure that the left limit sensor has been cali- brated with that stop in place. Damage to the cylinderts or other leveling system components may occur if sensors aren’t set properly. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 35 If Level Limit Stops are used be sure that the left limit sensor has been cali- Notice brated with that stop in place. Damage to the cylinders or other leveling system components may occur if sensors aren’t set properly. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 36 Main Menu. Fore/Aft Clinometer Place a level lengthwise on the cab floor Position the combine until the cab floor Saved is level Press the Enter button to save the calibration point D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 37: Diagnostics

    The value for Level Zero Setpoint and 4WD Zero 4WD Zero Setpoint 2510 Setpoint (D) are the current calibration values. These values are set in the Calibration screen under Left/Right Clinometer and Fore/Aft Clinometer. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 38 Valve Coils Range is from 0-18000. Valve Coils Only one coil will be activated at a time. Left Coil Current: Right Coil Current: Joystick Range is from 500-4500. Joystick Joystick Output: 2510 D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 39 Operator Settings Calibration Diagnostics Active Alarms Dealer Settings If you have an Active Alarm the warning icon will appear on the home screen in the upper left corner. Home Slope: 1 ROAD Menu Menu D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 40 Press esc key to clear ROAD Menu Menu Clinometer Fault Home Clinometer Fault Output out of range Fore/Aft output Slope: 1 Left/Right output 4 Automatic Leveling Disabled ROAD Press esc key to clear Menu Menu D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 41: Storage

    Dealer Settings is a password protected screen that is Main Menu for dealers to make adjustments to the leveling system. Operator Settings Calibration Diagnostics Active Alarms Dealer Settings Password protected page: Dealer Settings Enter the Dealer Password to Continue 0000 D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    50 HRS 50 HRS 50 HRS Hydraulic Filter On JS7020 models replace the filter (B) after the first 100 hrs of service, then 400 hr intervals. Replace with John Deere Filter Part No AH128449. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 43: Driveline Maintenance

    8-hour intervals and more frequent in severe duty applications. It is important that headers Notice equipped drivlines greased appropriate intervals to prevent damage. Warranty will not cover drivelines not properly maintained. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 44: 100 Hour - Annual Maintenance

    Hoses by header lift manifold do not 111lb-ft come in contact with drive shaft on JS9020 Replace Hydraulic Oil Filter after first 100 hrs then at 400 hr intrevals (JS5010 & JS7020) ELECTRICAL Harnesses are cleanly and properly routed and secured without pinch or abrasion points Mechanical Leveling Stops are set so that there is no less than 3/4”...

  • Page 45: Critical Joint Inspection

    A - Hillco Spacer to John Deere Chassis (4 bolts on MY15-18, 6 bolts MY14 and older) 235 lb-ft B - Hillco Pin (4 bolts) 235 lb-ft C - Cast Standoff to Hillco Spacer (4 Bolts) S600 ( -78500) 258 lb-ft, S600 (785001- ) & S700 236 lb-ft. D - Cross Bolt (1 Bolt) 152 lb-ft Note: If any bolts are loose, remove bolt and apply Loctite 242 to threads, install and torque.
  • Page 46 A - Axle Straps (2 bolts) 375 lb-ft Transition A - Mounting Bolts (4 bolts) 235 lb-ft B - Pivot Bolts (2 bolts) 235 lb-ft C - Bottom Lock Bolts (2 bolts) 460 lb-ft D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 47: Adjustments

    Rear Axle Spacing On a combine equipped with a Hillco Leveler the rear axle has a greater rotation range. As a result the rear axle spacing must be changed to prevent shield interference. Refer to the diagram below and the following charts for Hillco’s rear axle spacing recommendations.
  • Page 48 Not allowed due to rear shielding interference Not allowed due to rear shielding interference 140.3 171.5 109.1 750/65R26 (166A8) R1W 144.3 175.5 113.1 148.3 179.5 117.1 152.3 183.5 121.1 156.3 187.5 125.1 160.3 191.5 129.1 D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 49 Not allowed due to rear shielding interference Not allowed due to rear shielding interference 144.5 175.7 113.3 750/65R26 (166A8) R1W 148.5 179.7 117.3 152.5 183.7 121.3 156.5 187.7 125.3 160.5 191.7 129.3 164.5 195.7 133.3 D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 50: Lateral Tilt Flow Control Adjustment

    Lateral Tilt Flow Control Adjustment For combines that have a Hillco lateral tilt manifold the lateral tilt flow control valve adjusts the speed at which the header rotates. If the combine is an S680 or S690 and came stock with Contour Master the original stock manifold and valve control the tilt (refer to the John Deere Operator’s manual for adjustment).

  • Page 51: Transition Fore/Aft Adjustment Procedure

    However, to prevent chassis and tire damage in the event of a hydraulic or electrical failure, Hillco strongly recommends that cylinder stops be installed on the leveling cylinders. Hillco is not responsible for chassis damage that occurs due to the lack of appropriate cylinder stops.

  • Page 52: Header Tilt Setup

    7. Scroll down and select address 111 Input 10001000 8. This popup screen will appear. Select the Value (A). Device: CAB.001 | Addresss: 111 Address Address Type Network Input Vehicle Value 10001000 Hide Diagnostics Center D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 53 9. Enter the value 10001000 and select OK (A). Value 10001000 + / - Cancel 10. You will get a popup that says “Calibration Procedures Problem”. Select OK as this will be resolved when calibrated. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 54: Tire Selection

    Tire Selection The JS7020/JS9020 Leveling Systems are designed to achieve full leveling with 20.8x 42 duals and 30.5 x 32 single drive tires. Tires with a larger diameter or width may limit leveling. Header Tire Compatibility Refer to your local John Deere dealer for tire header compatibility charts.

  • Page 55: Header Compatibility Chart

    To determine if a header kit is required or available for a specific leveling system model match the appropriate header with the corresponding leveling system model to determine availability. Contact Hillco for pricing as well as 2955S Sidehill 2970S Sidehill...

  • Page 56: Decal Placement

    LEVELING SYSTEM HAZARD This machine is equipped with a leveling system. Combine chassis moves independent of carriage. Read operator’s manual and be aware of hazardous areas at all times. LL20-100787 D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 57 Keep hands, feet and body away from moving parts. Do not stand or climb on machine when operating. Hazard occurs during leveling and header trim. LL20-100784 G - Side panel of combine (left and right) D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 58: Leveling System Specifications

    Leveling System Specifications D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
  • Page 59 Due to different tire configurations, row spacings, axle configurations, wheel offsets, axle positions and spindles types, machine widths will vary. Measurements given in chart are for minimum and maximum widths with single drive tires. For more detailed width information please contact Hillco. D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc.

  • Page 60: Electrical Schematics

    Electrical Schematics X046 X006 X200 X203 X101 X104 X300 X310 X311 D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...
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  • Page 64: Js9020 Header Trim Schematic (Non Contour Master)

    JS9020 Header Trim Electrical Schematic SN 22001-22999 For Combines Equipped with Hillco Header Tilt Valve WIRING HARNESS 1320731 WHITE X880 BLACK HEADER TRIM MANIFOLD LOCATED ON GREEN X879 LEFT SIDE OF FEEDERHOUSE BLACK WHITE GREEN JOHN DEERE PLUG X879 LOCATION: Left side of Feederhouse...

  • Page 65: Js5010 & Js7010 Header Trim Schematic (Non Contour Master)

    JS5010 & JS7020 Header Trim Electrical Schematic SN 22001-22999 WIRING HARNESS 1322771 JOHN DEERE PLUG #296 BY HIC MANIFOLD X005 X006 X003 X004 WIRING HARNESS 1320731 X001 BLACK WHITE X002 GREEN HEADER TRIM MANIFOLD LOCATED ON LEFT SIDE OF TRANSITION...

  • Page 66: Hydraulic Schematics

    Hydraulic Schematics D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 67: Js9020 Hydraulic (Leveling And Hillco Header Trim)

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  • Page 68: Js5010 & Js7020 Hydraulic (Leveling And Header Trim)

    D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

  • Page 69: Notes

    Notes D-171206CMA01C Hillco Technologies, Inc. Sept, 2022...

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