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- Page 1 Brush Mulcher MX530 and MX548 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Issue Date: June 2019...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Hazards From Modifying Equipment ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 5 2�3 Maintenance Hazards ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 6 3 SAFETY SIGNS ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 8 3�1 Safety Signs - MX530 ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 8 3�2 Safety Signs - MX548 ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 4 INITIAL SETUP ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12 4�1 Mounting Plate �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12 4�2 Hydraulics ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������... -
Page 3: Introduction
This manual covers the Baumalight Brush Mulcher, may be caused if the tool is misused. Misuse may models MX530 and MX548. Use the Table of also cause damage to the machine carrying the Contents as a guide to locate required information. -
Page 4: Safety
2 SAFETY 2.1 Safety Alert Symbol and Safety Words ^ CAUTION You must read, understand and follow the instructions given operating unit CAUTION - Indicates a hazardous manufacturers, as well as the instructions in this situation, which, if not avoided, could manual. -
Page 5: 2�2 Operational Hazards
Additional information applications� may be found at: www.asae.org or www.osha.gov. Any other use may result in personal If you do not understand any part of this manual, injury, damage to equipment and may contact Baumalight at 866-820-7603. void the warranty�... -
Page 6: Prepare For Emergencies
Safety signs are identified in Section 3 of this Prevent electrocution� manual. • Replacement safety signs are available from Death or serious injury can result if your Baumalight dealer. equipment comes near or contacts power lines� Do Not Allow Riders Electrocution can occur without direct •... -
Page 7: Detach Brush Mulcher Safely
Detach Brush Mulcher Avoid Loud Noise Safely ^ WARNING Prolonged exposure to loud noise can Detach brush mulcher on a firm and level surface. Brush mulcher may fall over if detached on sloping cause impairment or loss of hearing� or soft surface. Be sure people, livestock and pets are clear of machinery. -
Page 8: 2�3 Maintenance Hazards
“Do Not Operate” tag on control panel. Read and Pressurized fluids can penetrate the understand this manual. If you do not understand skin� any part of the manual, contact Baumalight at 866- 820-7603. Hydraulic hoses can fail from age, Always wear face and/or eye protection, safety damage and exposure�... - Page 9 ^ WARNING Entanglement hazard� Keep clear of moving components� Wear proper protective equipment appropriate for the job� ^ WARNING Burn hazard� Hot and high pressure hydraulic oil� Allow oil to cool before servicing�...
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Page 10: Safety Signs
3 SAFETY SIGNS 3.1 Safety Signs - MX530 Dashed line indicates item hidden from view unless cover is removed. A. MTB-178 Safety Sign B. MTB-176 Safety Sign... - Page 11 E. MTB-185 Safety Sign C. MTB-177 Safety Sign F. MTB-182 Safety Sign D. MTB-175 Safety Sign...
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Page 12: 3�2 Safety Signs - Mx548
3.2 Safety Signs - MX548 Dashed line indicates item hidden from view unless cover is removed. A. MTB-178 Safety Sign B. MTB-176 Safety Sign... - Page 13 E. MTB-185 Safety Sign C. MTB-177 Safety Sign F. MTB-182 Safety Sign D. MTB-175 Safety Sign...
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Page 14: Initial Setup
4 INITIAL SETUP 4.1 Mounting Plate 4.2 Hydraulics ^ WARNING ^ WARNING Prevent serious injury or death� Pressurized fluids can penetrate the skin� Always stop engine and remove key Disconnect and lock out power source before leaving operators seat� before disconnecting and/or connecting Disconnect and lock out power source hydraulic hoses�... -
Page 15: 4�4 Maximum Allowable Case Pressure
4.4 Maximum Allowable Case Pressure A450 - 500 psi, no case drain required. B550 - 250 psi, case drain required. C510 - 100 psi, case drain required. C530 - 100 psi, case drain required. C540 - 100 psi, case drain required. C550 - 100 psi, case drain required. -
Page 16: Operation
5 OPERATION 5.1 Preparation for Use ^ WARNING Wear an approved respirator (N95 Type as a minimum)� Follow local, state federal regulations� The health effects from exposure to wood dust are due to chemicals in the wood or chemical substances in the wood created by bacteria, fungi, or molds�... -
Page 17: 5�2 Pre-Operation Check List
5.2 Pre-Operation Check List Check-mark Check these items: Frequency Verify that mulcher is properly attached to excavator. Each operation. Verify that hydraulic hoses are connected to excavator Each operation. hydraulic couplers. Check for entangled material on rotor. Each operation. Verify all guards, doors and covers are installed and secured. Each operation. Verify cutting teeth on the rotor are tight. -
Page 18: 5�3 Machine Components
5.3 Machine Components Dashed line indicates item hidden from view unless cover is removed. Hydraulic Motor Mounting Plate Push Plate Cutting Teeth Rotor MX530 MX548... -
Page 19: 5�4 Attach Brush Mulcher
5.4 Attach Brush Mulcher 5.5 Detach Brush Mulcher ^ WARNING ^ WARNING To prevent injury or machine damage Prevent serious injury or death caused put transmission in “Park”� by unexpected movement: Park excavator on a level surface� 1� Never position yourself between Engage excavator park brake�... -
Page 20: 5�6 Transporting
5.6 Transporting 5.7 Carbide Teeth Break-In During the first few hours of use, avoid hitting ^^ DANGER stones as much as possible to allow the carbide teeth (A) to wear slightly. This can be done by Prevent electrocution� keeping the cutting wheel above ground level. Brand new carbide tips are razor sharp and Death or serious injury can result if can chip and shatter easily when they hit hard... -
Page 21: 5�8 First Time User Tips
5.8 First Time User Tips • First, operate all functions in a clear area with ^ WARNING excavator at idle speed to get a good feel for the controls before you actually move into any Always turn off the excavator and brush. -
Page 22: 5�9 Field Operation
5.9 Field Operation 1. Attach brush mulcher to excavator. See Attach ^ WARNING Brush Mulcher To Excavator in this section. Prevent serious injury or death caused ^ WARNING by unexpected movement: Prevent serious injury or death� Park excavator on a level surface� 1�... -
Page 23: 5�10 Clearing Jams
5.10 Clearing Jams If the rotor stalls, stop rotor motion, raise slightly and try again. 1. If still stalled, lower unit so teeth tips dig slightly into sod, a log or stump. 2. Reverse hydraulic flow to mulcher. Reversing the flow does not power the rotor in the reverse direction, it only opens the hydraulic lock on the rotor. -
Page 24: Service And Maintenance
6 SERVICE And MAINTENANCE Maintenance Maintenance Chart General Inspection Inspect the unit for any buildup of contamination Daily (dirt, stones, etc.). Cutting Teeth Check and replace one at a time as necessary. Every 4 hours. With daily use expect to replace 4 to 6 teeth per day. -
Page 25: 6�3 Check Belt Tension
6.3 Check Belt Tension Note: The MX530 is shown in this procedure. The procedure is the same for the MX548. 1. Lower mulcher to ground. 2. Set parking brake, stop engine and remove key. ^ WARNING Moving parts can crush and cut�... -
Page 26: 6�4 Replace Belt
Note: The MX548 is shown in this procedure. The 11. Align pulley holes with non threaded holes in procedure is the same for the MX530. hub (F) and install bolts (D). 12. Place a straight edge on drive pulley and rotor 1. -
Page 27: 6�5 Replace Cutting Teeth
5. Remove locknut (B) and tooth (A). Install new before replacing shaft seal. tooth. 6. Tighten locknut (B) to 150 lb/ft (204 Nm) of torque. Order replacement seal kit from Baumalight and follow instructions provided with kit. Motor Shaft Seal Replacement manual can be Note: Parts breakdown found found at www.baumalight.com/support... -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
7 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CHECK SOLUTION Rotor does not spin. Rotor jammed. Remove material from rotor. See Clearing Jams. Low oil level. Check oil level in excavator. Add if necessary. Low oil flow. Check flow control on excavator. See your dealer. Rotor rotates slow or sluggish. -
Page 29: Storage
8 STORAGE 8.1 Storing Mulcher 8.2 Removing Mulcher From Storage 1. Store mulcher in a dry place. 1. Review Operator’s manual check 2. Clean mulcher thoroughly. Dirt and wood chips adjustments. will draw moisture and cause rust. 2. If parts have been replaced, verify they run 3. -
Page 30: Warranty
9 WARRANTY This product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of one year from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance with the Operating and Maintenance Instructions supplied with this unit. This warranty does not cover misuse or negligence. - Page 32 For parts, specifications and the latest machine information please visit our website. www�baumalight�com MTB MFG INC. CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 4575 Powell Rd., Wallenstein, Ontario Canada N0B 2S0 Phone - 519.698.9864 Toll Free - 866.820.7603 Fax - 519.698.1087 www�baumalight�com...
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