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Millcreek 304 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
304 Row Mulcher
PUBLICATION DATE: 4/1/13
MILLCREEK PART# 43840
Millcreek Manufacturing Company
525 Reservoir Road
Honey Brook PA 19344
Phone: 800-311-1323
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 304 Row Mulcher PUBLICATION DATE: 4/1/13 MILLCREEK PART# 43840 Millcreek Manufacturing Company 525 Reservoir Road Honey Brook PA 19344 Phone: 800-311-1323 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: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION..................1-1 Guide to this Manual......................1-1 For Your Safety......................... 1-1 Safety Labels....................... 1-1 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...........2-1 Attaching the Row Mulcher PTO to the Tractor PTO............2-2 Assembling the Safety Tow Chain..................2-2...

  • Page 4: 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 6: Safety Labels

    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 8: 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 11: 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 precations as stated in this manual. The Row Mulcher Operating Controls The row mulcher hydraulic models draw power from the tractor hydraulic remotes.
  • Page 12 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 8 gallons per minute (GPM) must be maintained. At 4 GPM, the spreader will still operate but at a slower speed.

  • Page 13: Section 4: Maintenance

    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: •...

  • Page 14: 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 100 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 15 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 17: Appendix A: Parts Reference

    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 left corner of the mulcher)

  • Page 18: Main Frame And Chassis

    304 Row Mulcher Manual Main Frame and Chassis...
  • Page 19 304 Row Mulcher Manual Item # Part # Description 260788 Swivel Hitch 215187 Jack 271108 Chassis 271104 Box Frame 271103 Center Support 270231 Center Support Bracket 271123 Right Side 271138 Front 271124 Left Side 34191 3/8 x 3/4 Carriage Bolt...

  • Page 20: Wheel And Hub Assembly

    304 Row Mulcher Manual Wheel and Hub Assembly Figure A2 - Wheel and Hub Assembly Parts Detail...
  • Page 21 304 Row Mulcher Manual Wheel and Hub Assembly (continued) Item # MC Part # Qty. Component Description 215158 Grease Seal 215203 Outer Bearing Cone 215162 Hub (includes items 12, 13) 215164 Washer 215161 Dust Cap 215160 Spindle Nut 34347 Cotter Pin...
  • Page 22 304 Row Mulcher Manual Drive Chains Assembly...
  • Page 23 304 Row Mulcher Manual Item # Part # Description 271036 Shaft Coupler 210131 1/4 x 1-1/4 Key 271113 Beater 261407 1-1/8 Shielded Flange Bearing 34392 3/8 Flange Nut 34018 3/8 Washer 210205 Idler Sprocket 34413 3/8 x 2 Carriage Bolt 210144 1"...

  • Page 24: Apron/Floor Chain Assembly

    304 Row Mulcher Manual Apron/Floor Assembly...
  • Page 25 304 Row Mulcher Manual Item # Part # Description 271140 Apron Slat 210259 Chain Link 210256 Chain Link with Slat Tab 271141 Complete Apron Assembly 34234 1/4 x 3/4 Bolt 34124 1/4 Nylon Stop Nut 34282 5/16 x 1-1/2 Carriage Bolt...

  • Page 26: Box Assembly

    304 Row Mulcher Manual Box Assembly I-86267 A-10...
  • Page 27 304 Row Mulcher Manual Item # Part # Description 271101 Top Front and Rear 271151 Load Retainer 270231 Center Support Bracket 271103 Center Support 270559 Left Load Retainer Bracket 270558 Right Load Retainer Bracket 271164 Top Edging 271102 Lower Rear...
  • Page 28 304 Row Mulcher Manual Conveyor and Deflectors I-86263 A-12...
  • Page 29 304 Row Mulcher Manual Item # Part # Description 271156 Spill Guard 220209 Front Rubber Seal 220152 Conveyor Rubber Seal 271143 Conveyor Edging 270599 Rubber Hold Down 271145 Support Board 271136 Adjustment Bracket 271133 Belt Tightener Bracket 271132 End Bracket...

  • Page 30: Hydraulics

    304 Row Mulcher Manual Hydraulics A-14...
  • Page 31 304 Row Mulcher Manual Item # Part # Description 243184 1/2" Hose 28" 8FJX-8FJX90S 243185 1/2" Hose 31" 8FJX-8FJX90S 243186 1/2" Hose 29" 8FJX-8FJX90L 243187 1/2" Hose 36" 8FJX90S-8FJX90L 243188 1/2" Hose 25" 8FJX90S-8FJX90S 243189 1/2" Hose 22" 8FJX-8FJX90S 243190 1/2"...

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