Manual
GENERAL INFORMATION
This book is composed of three basic sections: Safety, Operation and Parts.
The Operation Section provides information for proper operation and maintenance of your Summers
Rockpicker. The Parts Section provides a complete parts breakdown for the Model 700 Rockpicker.
Reference to “Right” and “Left” in this book is determined when the machine is viewed from the rear.
Parts are referenced in each drawing with the Summers Manufacturing Part Number. Use this Part Number
when ordering replacement parts from your Summers dealer.
It is the policy of this company to improve its products whenever possible and practical to do so. We reserve
the right to make changes or improvements in the design or construction of parts at any time without incurring
the obligation to install such changes on products previously delivered.
Summers Manufacturing Company, Inc. strongly recommends that each Rockpicker Operator READ
and UNDERSTAND the Operator’s Manual before using the machine. In addition, this Operator’s
Manual should be REVIEWED at least ANNUALLY thereafter.
CONTENTS
Section 1: SAFETY
Safety-Alert Symbol and General Safety Practices ........................................... 1-1
Safety Decals ......................................................................................1-2 – 1-3
Maintenance Safety .................................................................................... 1-4
Section 2: OPERATION and MAINTENANCE
Initial Set-Up .............................................................................................. 2-1
Hydraulic Requirements ................................................................................. 2-1
Electric Solenoid Lift Option .......................................................................... 2-2
Field Operation .............................................................................................. 2-3
Maintenance and Service ................................................................................ 2-3
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 2-4
Section 3: PARTS
Main Frame, Model 700 .................................................................................. 3-2
Rake and Reel Assembly, Model 700 ............................................................... 3-3
Drive System, Model 700 ................................................................................ 3-4
Hydraulic Dump System, Model 700 ............................................................... 3-5
Electric Solenoid Lift Option .......................................................................... 3-6
Hydraulic Swing Hitch .................................................................................... 3-7
16.5L X 16.1 Tire ........................................................................................... 3-8
Hub and Axle Components .............................................................................. 3-9
Hydraulic Cylinder Breakdown...................................................................... 3-10
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