This manual covers the Baumalight MS560 and Serious injury or death of the operator or bystanders MS572 Brush Mulcher. Use the Table of Contents may be caused if the tool is misused. Misuse may as a guide to locate required information.
2 SAFETY 2�1 Safety Alert Symbol and Safety 2�2 Operational Hazards Words You must read, understand and follow the WARNING instructions given operating unit manufacturers, as well as the instructions in this Prevent serious injury or death� manual. Read and understand this manual before The safety information in this manual is denoted operating brush mulcher�...
• NEVER allow passengers on brush mulcher. If you do not understand any part of this manual, contact Baumalight at 866-820-5603. Lower Operating Speed • Lower operating speed while loading, unloading or performing heavy operations.
Avoid Rollover Detach Brush Mulcher Safely The equipment may rollover, resulting in death or Detach brush mulcher on a firm and level surface. serious injury. To help prevent rollover: Brush mulcher may fall over if detached on sloping or soft surface. Be sure people, livestock and pets •...
Hazards From Modifying Equipment Avoid High Pressure Fluids Do not make any alterations to your brush WARNING mulcher. Altering the equipment may cause unsafe Pressurized fluids can penetrate the conditions and may void the manufacturer’s warranty. skin� Avoid Wood Dust Inhalation Hydraulic hoses can fail from age, damage and exposure�...
Engage parking brake� Do not make unauthorized modifications. Contact Baumalight at 866-820-5603 before you weld, cut/ Turn engine off and remove key. drill holes, or make any other modifications. Place “Do Not Operate” tag on control Always use Baumalight replacement parts.
3 SAFETY SIGNS The two and four panel safety decals are pictorial A. D005126 ^ WARNING - Pressurized fluid and have a yellow background. The panel with a hazard. Pressurized fluids can penetrate the triangle indicates the potential hazard. The panel skin.
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C. D005125 ^ WARNING - Read and understand E. D005129 ^ WARNING - Rotating parts safety signs on the machine and operating hazard. Do not reach into machine. Keep away instructions in this manual before operating from machine. machine. D005129 D005125 F.
5 OPERATION 5�1 Preparation for Use Check all bolts for tightness and remove all WARNING shipping tags, bags, skids, and blocking. Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining Review and understand this manual and operating wood products can expose you to wood unit manual.
5�3 Machine Components 5�4 Attach To Skid Steer A. Hydraulic Motor WARNING B. Operators Manual Storage Tube To prevent injury or machine damage C. Push Plate put transmission in “Park”� D. Cutting Teeth E. Rotor Never position yourself between skid F.
5�6 Transporting 5�8 First Time User Tips 1. Verify all reflectors and Slow Moving Vehicle • First, operate all functions in a clear area with (SMV) sign are visible. skid steer at idle speed to get a good feel for the controls before you actually move into any 2.
5�9 Field Operation WARNING WARNING Always turn off the skid steer and Prevent serious injury or death caused disengage hydraulic drive before by unexpected movement: getting off the seat and approaching the Park skid steer on a level surface� 1� rotor�...
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WARNING Wear an approved dust mask or respirator� Follow local, state federal regulations� When first starting the rotor, hydraulic pressure on gauge will jump from zero to maximum as the 1. Attach brush mulcher to skid steer. See Attach motor works to speed up the rotor. It can take up Brush Mulcher To Skid Steer in this section.
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.
6 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 6�1 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.
8. Close inspection cover (A). Do not operate mulcher with cover (A) open or removed. video available at: https://baumalight.com/support/mulchers. 9. Test operation. It may be necessary to adjust idler turnbuckles so belt tracks in the center of 1. Lower mulcher to ground.
Note: Also refer to the Replace Belt 10. Install washer (C) and shaft bolt (B). Tighten bolt. video available at: https://baumalight.com/support/mulchers. 11. Align pulley holes with non threaded holes in hub (E) and install bolts (D). 1. Lower mulcher to ground.
4. Inspect cutting teeth (A) for damage and wear. Replace individual teeth as needed. 5. Remove locknut (B) and tooth (A). Install new tooth. 6. Tighten locknut (B) to 150 lb/ft (204 Nm) of torque. Note: Parts breakdown can be found on Baumalight’s website. www.baumalight.com...
6�6 Motor Shaft Seal The mulcher is equipped with a case drain line that A properly installed case drain protected by a zero is to be routed to the skidsteer hydraulic reservoir. leak relief valve will save the work of replacing the motor shaft seal and also improve the efficiency of It is normal for a hydraulic motor to have a slight your hydraulic system.
6�7 Lubricate Rotor Bearings The bearings are factory lubricated with a lithium or lithium complex base grease which is suitable for most applications. Select a grease that is compatible with a lithium or lithium complex grease. The bearings should contain as much grease as speed will permit.
7 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CHECK SOLUTION Rotor does not spin. Check drive belt. Replace belt if damaged or broken. Rotor jammed. Remove material from rotor. See Clearing Jams. Low oil level. Check oil level in skid steer. Add if necessary. Low oil flow. Check flow control on skid steer.
8 STORAGE 8�1 Storing Mulcher 8�2 Remove From Storage 1. Store mulcher in a dry place. 1. Review Operator’s manual check adjustments. 2. Clean mulcher thoroughly. Dirt and wood chips will draw moisture and cause rust. 2. If parts have been replaced, verify they run properly.
Replacement of individual parts vs. assemblies are at the discretion of the manufacturer. Baumalight products when purchased new are automatically registered for warranty on the date of purchase. Warranty claims must include the bill of sale to the original purchaser.
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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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