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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MILLCREEK ROW MULCHER MODELS:
406, 706, 588 (PTO mechanical)
PUBLICATION DATE: 4/15/04, Rev. 1
MILLCREEK PART # 43802
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. Failure to follow
all safety precautions as stated in these manuals may result in serious personal injury
or death.

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MILLCREEK ROW MULCHER MODELS: 406, 706, 588 (PTO mechanical) PUBLICATION DATE: 4/15/04, Rev. 1 MILLCREEK PART # 43802 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.
  • Page 3 Limited Warranty. TRADEMARKS The Millcreek logo is a trademark of the Millcreek Manufacturing Company. All other brand or product names mentioned are the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners. COPYRIGHT Copyright ©...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    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 ..........
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS APPENDIX A: PARTS REFERENCE (continued) ............Safety Shields ......................... A-22 PTO Shaft Assembly ....................... A-24 Crankcase Assembly ....................... A-26 APPENDIX B: ROW MULCHER OPTIONS PARTS REFERENCE ......B-1 Manual Metering Gate ....................... B-2 Load Retainer ........................B-4 Spill Guard ........................B-5...

  • Page 7: Section 1: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 8: Safety Labels

    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.

  • Page 11: Inspection And Warranty Registration

    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:...
  • Page 12 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers...

  • Page 13: Section 2: Attaching The Row Mulcher To The Tractor

    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.

  • Page 14: Attaching The Row Mulcher Pto To The Tractor Pto

    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.

  • Page 15: Section 3: Operation & Adjustment

    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 precautions as stated in this manual. The Row Mulcher Operating Components The row mulcher mechanical drive/PTO models draw power from the tractor PTO.

  • Page 16: Guidelines For Loading The Row Mulcher

    For optimal operation, Millcreek recommends the following specifications for tractors: • For Row Mulcher Model 406, use a tractor of at least 30 HP (PTO). • For Row Mulcher Models 588 and 706, use a tractor of at least 50 HP (PTO).
  • Page 17 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Operating the Row Mulcher (continued) NOTE: The length and height of the shifter rod can be horizontally and vertically adjusted to suit the operator; refer to the Shifter Lever Assembly Parts Detail in Appendix A at the back of this manual.
  • Page 18 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Operating the Row Mulcher (continued) Before startup, check the oil level in the gearbox. If necessary, fill the gearbox with 85W-90/GL-5 gear oil up to the oil level plug. After all adjustments for operation are complete, ensure that all bolts/nuts have been properly tightened and all safety shields replaced.

  • Page 19: Section 4: Maintenance

    PTO is disengaged and the tractor engine and/or row mulcher 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: •...

  • Page 20: Wheel/Tire Maintenance

    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 •...
  • Page 21 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...

  • Page 22: Procedures For Row Mulcher Adjustment And/Or Repair

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Procedures for Row Mulcher Adjustment and/or Repair WARNING: All shields must be replaced after maintenance or adjustment procedures are performed. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or death. WARNING: Perform maintenance procedures and/or adjustments to the row mulcher ONLY when the PTO is disengaged and the tractor engine and/or row mulcher engine is not running.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Slip Clutch

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Procedures for Spreader Adjustment (continued) Adjusting the Slip Clutch The slip clutch, located under the front shields, drives the cross conveyor. It is designed to slip in the event the cross conveyor becomes jammed or overloaded.
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  • Page 25: Appendix A: Parts Reference

    Mulcher Model Numbers, while others are specified differently for separate models. Please read carefully to find the appropriate information that applies to your Row Mulcher Model. Parts Ordering Information When ordering replacement parts, please provide the following information to your local Millcreek dealer: •...

  • Page 26: Main Frame And Chassis Assembly

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Main Frame and Chassis Assembly Figure A1 - Main Frame and Chassis Parts Detail...
  • Page 27 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Main Frame and Chassis Assembly (continued) Item # MC Part # Qty. Component Description 34119 3/8 x 1 Bolt 34141 3/8 Lock Washer 34087 3/8 Nut 34018 3/8 Washer 270388 Front Bearing Bracket 270415 Conveyor Housing (406, 706)

  • Page 28: Tire And Wheel Assembly

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Tire and Wheel Assembly Figure A2 - Tire and Wheel Parts Detail...
  • Page 29 215222 Inner Bearing Cone 215167 215167 215159 Complete Hub 215242 215111 215114 Inner Bearing Cup 215300 215300 215279 Outer Bearing Cup 215302 215302 215277 MC Part # Right Walking Beam 270641 (option for 406, 706, 588) Left Walking Beam 270803...

  • Page 30: Main Drive (Gearbox) Assembly

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Main Drive (Gearbox) Assembly Figure A3 - Main Drive (Gearbox) Parts Detail...
  • Page 31 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Main Drive (Gearbox) Assembly (continued) Item # MC Part # Qty. Component Description 210144 1" Flanged Bearing 210222 18 Tooth Clutch Sprocket 210220 Clutch 210188 30 Tooth Clutch Sprocket 270284 Clutch Shaft (406, 706) 270786...

  • Page 32: Drive Chain Assembly

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Drive Chain Assembly Figure A4 - Drive Chain Parts Detail...
  • Page 33 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Drive Chain Assembly (continued) Item # MC Part # Qty. Component Description 261407 Flanged Bearing With Shield (Includes Item # 30) 34199 3/8 x 1 Bolt 34141 3/8 Lock Washer 34087 3/8 Nut 270221 Beater (406, 706)

  • Page 34: Apron Sprocket / Clutch Assemblies (Front And Rear

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Apron Sprocket / Clutch Assemblies (Front and Rear) Figure A5 - Apron Sprockets and Clutch Parts Detail A-10...
  • Page 35 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Apron Sprocket / Clutch Assemblies (continued) Qty. Per Model # Item # MC Part # Component Description 210224 3/8 x 1-1/4 Key 270320 Front Apron Shaft 270245 Front Apron Shaft 210218 Front Cast Bearing (Includes Item # 4)

  • Page 36: Conveyor Drive / Chain Assembly

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Conveyor Drive / Chain Assembly Figure A6 - Conveyor Drive Chain Parts Detail A-12...
  • Page 37 ½ x 3 Bolt 34094 ½ Washer 34035 ½ Lock Washer 34034 ½ Nut 210205 Idler Sprocket 210229 Gearbox Drive Chain (406, 706) 210244 Gearbox Drive Chain (588) 270532 Idler Sprocket Bracket 270285 PTO Shaft (588) 270602 PTO Shaft (406, 706) 210130 ¼...

  • Page 38: Shifter Lever Assembly

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Shifter Lever Assembly Figure A7 - Shifter Lever Parts Detail A-14...
  • Page 39 Qty. Component Description 270631 Adjustable Shifter Lever Extension 270629 Outer Shifter Lever 270628 Inner Shifter Lever (588) 270630 Inner Shifter Lever (406, 706) 34199 3/8 x 1 Bolt 34087 3/8 Nut 34241 3/8 x 4-1/2 Bolt 34018 3/8 Washer 270567...

  • Page 40: Apron Chain / Floor Assembly

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Apron Chain Assembly Figure A8 - Apron Chain Parts Detail A-16...
  • Page 41 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Apron Chain Assembly (continued) Qty. Per Model # Item # MC Part # Component Description 270636 Apron Chain Complete 270637 Apron Chain Complete 270638 Apron Chain Complete 210256 Chain Link With Slat Tab 210258 Chain Link With Slat Tab...

  • Page 42: Side And Rear Panel Assemblies

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Side and Rear Panel Assemblies Figure A9 - Side and Rear Panel Parts Detail A-18...
  • Page 43 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Side and Rear Panel Assemblies (continued) Qty. Per Model # Item# MC Part # Component Description 34250 5/16 x 1 Carriage Bolt 270290 Lower Back 270113 Lower Back 270112 Upper End 270561 Upper End 34057...

  • Page 44: Conveyor Frame And Belt Assembly

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Conveyor Frame and Belt Assembly Figure A10 - Conveyor Frame and Belt Parts Detail A-20...
  • Page 45 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Conveyor Frame and Belt Assembly (continued) MC Part# per Model Item # Qty. 406/ 706 Component Description 215236 (88") 215266 (124") Cleated Conveyor Belt (Includes Lacing) 215188 (88") 215189 (124") Crescent Conveyor Belt (Includes Lacing)

  • Page 46: Safety Shields

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Safety Shields Figure A11 - Safety Shields Parts Detail A-22...
  • Page 47 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Safety Shields (continued) Qty. Per Model # Item # MC Part # 406/706 Component Description 34071 ¼ x ¾ Bolt 34199 3/8 x 1 Bolt 34241 3/8 x 4-1/2 Bolt 34346 3/16 x ¼ Pop Rivet 34052 ¼...

  • Page 48: Pto Shaft Assembly

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers PTO Shaft Assembly Figure A12 - PTO Shaft Assembly Parts Detail A-24...
  • Page 49 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers PTO Shaft Assembly (continued) Item # MC Part # Qty. Component Description 210336 Complete PTO Shaft (Mechanical) 210352 Complete PTO Shaft (Hydraulic) 210285 5 Rib Shield Cone 210340 Outer Shield Tube 210291 Safety Chain 210341...

  • Page 50: Crankcase Assembly

    Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Crankcase Assembly Figure A13 - Crankcase Parts Detail Item # MC Part # Qty. Component Description 210174 Complete Gear Box (Bondioli) 210266 Upper Crankcase 210267 Lower Crankcase 210268 Shaft 210269 Shaft 210270 Gasket 210271 Screw...

  • Page 51: Load Retainer

    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;...
  • Page 52 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Metering Gate Assembly I-86201 Figure B1 -Metering Gate Parts Detail...
  • Page 53 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Metering Gate Assembly (continued) Qty. per Model Item # MC Part # 406/706 Component Description 270222 Metering Gate Frame (406/706) 270385 Metering Gate Frame (588) 270365 Lift Support Bracket (406/706) 270386 Lift Support Bracket (588)
  • Page 54 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Load Retainer Assembly Figure B2 -Load Retainer Parts Detail Item # MC Part # Qty. Component Description 270557 Load Retainer (406, 706) 270769 Load Retainer (588, 1028) 270558 Load Retainer Bracket RH 270559 Load Retainer Bracket LH...
  • Page 55 Operator's Manual: Millcreek Row Mulchers Spill Guard Assembly I-86210-A Figure B3 -Spill Guard Parts Detail Item # MC Part # Qty. Component Description 270517 Spill Guard (406, 706) 270519 Spill Guard (588) 34275 5/16 x 1 Carriage Bolt 34057 5/16 Washer...
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