Page 1
OPERATOR'S MANUAL MILLCREEK ROW MULCHER HYDRAULIC MODELS: 406, 506, 606, 706, 588, 728, 1028 PUBLICATION DATE: 1/13/09, Rev 1 MILLCREEK PART # 43839 Millcreek Manufacturing Company 525 Reservoir Road Honey Brook, PA 19344 Phone: 1-800-311-1323 www.millcreekspreaders.com WARNING: DO NOT assemble, operate, or maintain this equipment without first reading and understanding the information provided in this manual and the ADMA Safety Manual for Agricultural Implement Drivelines.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ................... 1-1 Guide to this Manual ......................1-1 For Your Safety......................... 1-1 Safety Labels ......................1-2 Inspection and Warranty Registration .................. 1-5 Standard/Optional Components ................... 1-5 Warranty Registration ....................1-5 SECTION 2: ATTACHING THE ROW MULCHER TO THE TRACTOR ....2-1 Connecting the Row Mulcher Hitch to the Tractor Drawbar ..........
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION Guide to this Manual This manual contains all the information necessary to safely operate and maintain your Millcreek Row Mulcher. Consult the Table of Contents for a detailed list of topics covered. You'll find this manual's step-by-step procedures easy to follow and understand. Should questions arise, please contact your Millcreek dealer before starting any of the procedures in this manual.
Be sure to keep the safety labels clean and readable. If the labels ever become damaged or illegible, contact your Millcreek dealer for replacements.
Page 9
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Safety Labels (continued) Row Mulcher Safety Labels Label Part # Description 42719 DANGER - Rotating PTO Driveline, Keep shields in place 42792 DANGER - NO riders 42710 WARNING - Flying Debris 42756 WARNING - Entanglement, Do NOT operate without shields...
Page 10
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Safety Labels (continued) NO RIDERS 42792 Moving parts can crush or cut. STAY CLEAR of machine while engine is running and/or machine is operating. Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from operating parts. Never adjust, lubricate, or clean machine while engine is running and/or machine is operating.
Following inspection of your new spreader, locate the Millcreek Warranty Card in the literature packet shipped with your spreader. For proper warranty registration, Millcreek requires that you fill out the warranty registration card and return it within 30 days to:...
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers SECTION 2: ATTACHING THE ROW MULCHER TO THE TRACTOR Connecting the Row Mulcher Hitch to the Tractor Drawbar WARNING: For safe operation, connect the row mulcher directly to the tractor drawbar; DO NOT connect the row mulcher to a three-point hitch.
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Attaching the Row Mulcher PTO to the Tractor PTO Align the PTO splines on the row mulcher with the PTO splines on the tractor. Pull back the slide collar on the PTO yoke, and slide the row mulcher PTO assembly onto the tractor PTO shaft.
SECTION 3: OPERATION & ADJUSTMENT Understanding Row Mulcher Operation Proper and safe operation of the Millcreek row mulcher requires: (1) being familiar with the row mulcher's operating components and (2) heeding all safety precations as stated in this manual. The Row Mulcher Operating Controls The row mulcher hydraulic models draw power from the tractor PTO.
Page 16
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Hydraulics Tractor Hydraulic models draw their power directly from the tractor hydraulic system. For optimal operat- ing performance, the hydraulic oil flow of 15 gallons per minute (GPM) must be maintained. At 12 GPM, the spreader will still operate but at a slower speed. At flows greater than 15 GPM, oil will be returned to the tractor reservoir by the spreader flow control valve.
PTO is disengaged and the tractor engine is not running. Failure to adhere to this caution could result in serious personal injury. General Maintenance Performing regular maintenance on you Millcreek Row Mulcher will help ensure optimal performance. Please follow these guidelines for maintaining your mulcher: •...
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Guidelines for Regular Maintenance (continued) Wheel/Tire Maintenance • Once a month, check the wheel lug bolt torque. The recommended torque is 120 ft. lbs. • Check the tires and maintain proper tire pressure: • 40 PSI for Ag Rib Tires ATTENTION: When storing the row mulcher for a period of time, block up the unit to remove weight from the tires.
Page 19
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Guidelines for Regular Maintenance (continued) Figure 4A - Adjusting the Apron Chain Tension Figure 4B - Cross Conveyor Belt Tension Adjustment...
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Hydraulic System Maintenance • Periodically check the condition of the hydraulic hoses for flexibility and any signs of rubbing/weakness on the outer surface. Replace the hose(s) as soon as any weakness or cracking is noted.
Row Mulcher Model. Parts Ordering Information When ordering replacement parts, please provide the following information to your local Millcreek dealer: • Model and Serial Number of the unit (located on the front right corner of the spreader) •...
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Standard Hydraulic Assembly A-16...
Page 37
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Standard Hydraulic Assembly PTO Hyd Tractor Hyd Item # Part # Part Description 240188 Reservoir Fill Cap 270906 Oil Tank 240184 Clean Out Door 240178 Thermometer w/Sight Gauge 240130 Filter Head (12FP ports) 240131 Filter (10 micron)
Page 49
Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers APPENDIX B: ROW MULCHER OPTIONS The following information is provided for your reference in understanding how the row mulcher option components are assembled and/or installed on the row mulcher. Parts detail drawings and parts lists for some of the options are provided in this section;...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the 406 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers