HighLine RCH Mower User manual
Operator’s
Manual
E9145V1
RCH™Mower
Radial Contouring
Hitch Mower
Printed in Canada Copyright © 2008 by Highline Manufacturing Ltd. All rights reserved.
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.
Operator’s
Manual
Highline Manufacturing Limited
HWY #27, P.O. Box 307
Vonda, SK S0K 4N0
Canada
Phone: 306.258.2233
Fax: 306.258.2010
Toll Free: 1.800.665.2010
E9145V1
RCH™ Mower
Radial Contouring
Hitch Mower
Highline Manufacturing Ltd. RCH Mower
Highline Team Message
Congratulations on your purchase of the RCH Mower manufactured by Highline
Manufacturing Ltd. We are excited about your endeavor into cutting with the most technically
advancedrotarycutterknown todate. Youwillfind flexibilityand maneuverabilityofoperation
with this product that has never been experienced before. Welcome to the elite group of
Highline RCH mower owners.
This operator's manual has been prepared to provide information necessary for the safe and
efficient operation of your RCH Mower. In the manual you will find safety procedures,
maintenance routines and detailed operational instructions.
If you find that you require information not covered in this manual, please feel free to consult
yourlocal dealer. Yourdealer is alwaysable to contactHighline for this technical information.
Highline Manufacturing Ltd. thanks and congratulates you for selecting a RCH Mower as your
machine of choice.
Highline Manufacturing Ltd.
Table of Contents
Section 1 - Safety
Serial Number
Safety Sign-off Form
Safety Alert Symbol
General Safety
Safety Decals
Safety Decal Locations
Section 2 - Transporting the Mower
Tractor Requirements
Ensure Correct PTO Speed
Adjust Single Point Drawbar Length
Connect Single Point Hitch
Connect the Safety Chain to Tractor
Connect the 2 Point Hitch
Tractor Wheel Tread Width Settings
Attach Driveline to PTO
Attach Hydraulics
Connect Lights
Place Hitch Jack in Storage Location
Check on the Condition of the Tires
Raise Wings and Lock in Place
Lower Mower Onto Height Control Lock
Install Hitch Transport Lock Pin
Verify SMV & Lights In Place and Working
Transport Speed
Section 3 - Mower Preparation
Park On Level Ground
Ensure Safety Decals Are in Place
Ensure the SMV is Clean and Visible
Ensure Lighting is Working Properly
Check the Condition of the Blade Pans
Check the Condition of the Blades
Remove the Height Control Transport Lock
Remove the Wing Transport Lock Pins
Remove the Hitch Transport Lock Pin
Lower the Wings on Level Ground
Level the Mower Center Section Deck
Determine the Primary Mowing Operating Conditions
Wing Adjustment Procedure
Set the Preferred Cutting Height
Inspect All the Hydraulic Cylinders
Check Condition of the Chain Guards
Inspect the Wheels and Tires
Inspect the Wing Skid Shoe
Ensure Driveline Clutches Will Slip
Ensure Driveline Shields Are in Place
Section 4 - Operating the Mower
Do Not Operate with the Wings Raised
Park on Level Ground
Remove the Wing Lock Pins
Remove the Hitch Lock Pin
Lower the Wings
Remove Debris from the Cutting Area
Rotate the Mower Deck to Move into the Cutting Area
Recommended Setup for a Quality Cut
Lower to the Cutting Height
Adjust Ground Speed
Operate the PTO at the Rated Speed
Allow the Wings to Float
Avoid Cutting into the Ditch
Rotate the Deck to Swing Away from Obstructions
Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines
Wing Cutting Angles
Making Turns
Recommended Practices for A Quality Cut
Section 5 - Maintaining the Mower
Check Fluid Level in Gearboxes Daily
Lubrication
Gearbox Oil Changing Procedures
Run-In of the Friction Clutch
Replacing the Clutch Friction Discs
Blade Replacement Procedure
Removing and Replacing the Blade Pan
Tires
Section 6 - Storing the Mower
Clean Debris off the Mower Decks
Lubricate Grease Points
Tighten All Bolts to Torque
Touch-up the Paint to Prevent Rusting
Park the Mower on Level Ground
Lower the Mower
Support the Hitch with the Jack
Remove the Driveline from Tractor
Disconnect Safety Chain
Disconnect Hitch from Tractor
Relieve/Disconnect Hydraulic Hoses
Secure Hydraulic Hoses
Support Driveline in Holder
Change Oil in all Gearboxes
Section 7 - Troubleshooting
Operation
Wings
Wheels
Hitch
Blades
Driveline Clutches
Drive Boxes
Drivelines
Section 8 - Mower Specifications
Options
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Section 1 - Safety
Page 1-1
SERIAL NUMBER
Your serial number is found on the serial number plate attached to the RCHTM Mower on the
left side of the fifth wheel hitch support tower.
It is important to record the serial number for proof of ownership and for any service or
maintenance assistance.
Serial Number
Owner
Model
Date of Purchase
Be Trained Before Operating Mowers!
Safety Training Makes a Difference.
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers offers the 22 minute video,
“Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety Practices: A Safety Training
Program for Operators of Rotary-Type Mowing Equipment”.
This video reinforces the proper procedures to follow while operating rotary
mowing equipment.
To view the video on the Internet or to order a copy, please visit the Association of Equipment
Manufacturers website at www.aem.org and go the Safety & Training section.
ThevideodoesnotreplacetheinformationcontainedinthisOperator’sManual.Pleasereadand
understand this manual before operating the mower.
Section 1 - Safety
Page 1-2
SAFETY SIGN-OFF FORM
Highline Manufacturing Ltd. follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American
SocietyofAgriculturalEngineers(ASAE)andtheOccupationalSafetyandHealthAdministration
(OSHA).Anyone whowillbe operatingand/ormaintainingthe HighlineRCHMower shouldread
and clearly understand all Safety, Operating and Maintenance information presented in this
manual.
Do not operate or allow someone to operate this equipment until this information has been
reviewed. This information should be reviewed by all operator’s before the season start-up.
This sign-off sheet is provided for record keeping to indicate that the person working with the
equipment has read and understood the information in the Operator’s Manual and has been
instructed in the safe operation of the equipment.
Date Employee’s Signature Employer’s Signature
Section 1 - Safety
Page 1-3
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.
The color is Red with White lettering.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, COULD result in DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY, and includes hazards that are exposed when
guards are removed or unsafe practices. The color is
Orange with Black lettering.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, MAY result in MINOR INJURY. The color is
Yellow with Black lettering.
Section 1 - Safety
Page 1-4
GENERAL SAFETY
1. Ensure that anyone who is going to operate, maintain or work near the RCH Mower is
familiar with the recommended operating, maintenance procedures and safety information
contained in this manual and follows all the safety precautions.
2. “In addition to the design and configuration of the equipment, hazard control and accident
prevention are dependant upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of
personnelinvolvedintheoperation,transport,maintenanceandstorageofthemower.”(Taken
from ASAE S474.1 Feb 04 - 5.2.5.1)
3. The mower shall not be operated without all the guards in place.
SAFETY DECALS
1. Keep decals and signs clean and legible at all times.
2. Replace decals and signs that are damaged, missing or have become illegible.
3. Replaced parts that displayed a decal should also display the current decal.
4. Decals are available from the Highline Parts Department.
5. Be familiar with the decals, the type of warning and the area or function(s) related to the
area(s) that requires your awareness.
Section 1 - Safety
Page 1-5
DO NOT CONTACT ROTATING DRIVELINE
Contact with rotating driveline will cause serious injury or death.
Keep all driveline guards in place.
Securely attach drivelines at both ends.
Check that the driveline guards turn freely on driveline.
DO NOT OPERATE WITH SHIELDS MISSING
DO NOT CONTACT ROTATING BLADES
Rotating blades can cause serious injury or death.
Always disengage power take off, shut off tractor, remove key, set
park brake and wait for all parts to stop turning before servicing.
Keep guards in place and in good condition.
DO NOT OPERATE MOWER WITH WINGS RAISED
Contact with exposed rotating blades may cause injury or death.
Rotating blades may throw objects, causing injury or death
STAND CLEAR OF WINGS
Falling wings can cause serious injury or death.
Wing cylinders must be fully retracted and wing lock pins in place
before servicing.
Never stand under wings when lowering or raising.
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