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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL DIAMONDMOWERS.COM...
  • Page 2 Diamond Mowers will not be liable for an owner or operator’s loss, damage, or injury due to the misuse of the equipment, failure to understand the inherent risks, or inability to properly operate the equipment.
  • Page 3 WELCOME! Thank you for choosing Diamond Mowers®, and welcome to your Drum Mulcher OD Pro X. Before you begin operating, we encourage you to look through this manual to review the proper maintenance and operating techniques that will keep you, and your equipment, safe — while ensuring you the most productive Drum Mulcher in the market.
  • Page 4 – so you can get back to work, fast. TRANSFERRED OWNERSHIP If you have acquired this Drum Mulcher OD Pro X from a previous owner, we encourage you to register your equipment online. By registering your Diamond Mowers unit, you’ll stay informed on product advancements,...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTENDED USE TAKE A LOOK AROUND GETTING STARTED OPERATING YOUR DRUM MULCHER MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX...

  • Page 6: Intended Use

    Any damage that may occur as a result of misuse will void warranty as stated in Diamond Mowers’ warranty policy. Do not operate this unit without first reading the safety precautions Do not operate this unit without first reading the safety precautions and operating instructions in this manual.

  • Page 7: Take A Look Around

    TAKE A LOOK AROUND TAKE A LOOK AROUND CHAIN GUARD SKID SHOES A chain curtain is provided to catch Skid shoes provide extra frame debris and assist in protection of protection, and are easily replaced. the carrier vehicle. TEETH DRUM LINER Multiple tooth options are offered, Replaceable drum liner to protect allowing the operator to tailor the...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Debris can fly back at the cab and cause injury. QUICK ATTACH The Drum Mulcher OD Pro X will mount onto the front of the skid-steer / compact track loader quick attach plate in place of a bucket or other implements.
  • Page 9 If the pressure and return hoses are reversed, the drum will NOT spin. • If this reversal occurs, either inverse the flow from your machine, or switch the QD couplers on the pressure and return hoses. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 10 Keep away from the spinning drum when operating the unit; serious injury or death can result from contact with the drum. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 11 Repeat these steps until the desired SHIFT POINT is reached, then tighten the locknut to retain the adjustment screw position. • Remove the adapter , hose , and gauge and replace the plug into the motor port marked “G”, and replace the top access cover © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...

  • Page 12: Operating Your Drum Mulcher

    Only trained individuals who have read and understood this manual should operate this unit. If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact: Diamond Mowers’ Service/Warranty at 888.960.0364 or 605.977.3300. SAFETY TIPS Be sure to read all warnings carefully. They are included for your safety, and for the safety of others working with you.
  • Page 13 Contact with the drum and teeth while the drum is in motion will cause serious injury or death. The drum spins at a very high speed and can take several minutes to stop. Be sure all personnel are clear of the machine before engaging the Drum Mulcher. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 14 Be aware when cutting standing trees as there is a potential for treetops to fall onto the operator’s cab. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 15 • Lift the front of the head slightly to pull in branches or tree tops underneath the drum for mulching. • Tip the drum’s nose down to re-process material on the ground for a finer finish. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 16 For very large trees, notch it (similar to using a chainsaw), and approach them from the other side to cut and drop the tree. Be aware when cutting standing trees as there is a potential for treetops to fall onto the operator’s cab. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 17 Rebuild speed before proceeding with a stump cut. • Angle the drum’s nose down, cutting the stump flush to the ground. ◦ The more you use the stump cut application, the more wear your NOTE: teeth will incur. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 18 • Raise lift arms about 6” (152mm) and drop the front of the drum toward the ground. • Back over the remaining debris for a more finished look. For more tips, visit us online at www.DiamondMowers.com © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Inspect Replace When replacing parts, use Genuine Diamond Parts. Guaranteed to ship within 72-hours of your order being placed, or the parts and shipping are free. Call: 888-960-0361 or 605.977.3300 | Email: parts@diamondmowers.com Order online: www.diamondmowers.com © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 20 Anti-wrap guard hardware is accessed from inside the side access covers ◦ Mounting bolts are located in the low center of the frame for each anti-wrap guard Use Loctite 262. Torque the mounting bolts to 212ft-lbs (287Nm). © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 21 ◦ Remove the side access covers ◦ Remove the drive side belt as described in the BELT & PULLEYS section. ◦ Remove the retention plate its hardware from the drive side pulley CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 22 (16) (14) bearing off the drum (14) stub shaft (16) ◦ Replace the drive side (non- floating) bearing (part #10- (14) (18) 1082) onto the drum (16) stub shaft CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 23 Grease both bearings with (2) (14) pumps of grease. Use synthetic / blend #2 lithium based grease. Spin the drum while (12) greasing to evenly distribute the grease in the bearings. (12) CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 24 (21) to the bearing housing surface (22) where the bearing cover (22) (19) is mounted. (21) The measurement MUST be greater than .216”; contact Customer Service if this criteria is not met. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 25 (14) Use Loctite 262. Torque to 106ft-lbs (144Nm). ◦ Replace the drive side belt as described in the BELT & PULLEYS section. ◦ Replace the side access covers © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 26 Replace and re-tension the belt ◦ Tighten the motor mount plate bolts Re-check belt deflection and correct as needed. Use Loctite 262 on the motor mount plate bolts torque to 376ft-lbs (510Nm). CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 27 CHAIN GUARD • The chain guard and its mounting hardware hardware should be inspected every 50 hours or weekly. • Replace damaged / worn chains and mounting hardware as needed. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 28 NOTE: Confirm the breather holes on the drum are aligned and visible through the non-threaded holes on the stub shafts as illustrated. Use Loctite 262. Torque the stub shaft hardware 240ft-lbs (325Nm). © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 29 Drum liner hardware located behind the drum underside and in the interior of the machine. Torque the hardware to 106ft-lbs (144Nm). ◦ Reassemble the drum , to the machine as described in the DRUM section. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 30 DO NOT check for hydraulic leaks with your hands or any part of your body. Use a heavy piece of paper or cardboard to check areas that are not readily visible. Pressurized hydraulic fluid can penetrate the skin and lead to serious health risks. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 31 50 hours or weekly. ◦ Remove the motor top and side access covers for access. ◦ Use Loctite 262 on hardware ◦ (1)(2) Torque the hardware (1)(2) 376ft-lbs (510Nm). © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 32 Replace as needed. SKID SHOES • Skid shoes should be inspected every 50 hours or weekly. • Replace as needed. ◦ Grind away stitch welds to free skid shoe(s) ◦ Use stitch welds to secure new skid shoe(s) © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 33 If the tooth will 120ft-lbs (163Nm). no longer take an edge, you will need DO NOT over- to replace it. torque as your could strip the threads and allow it to become loose. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 34 120ft-lbs (163Nm). If the bottom of the depth gauge DO NOT over- has been reached, torque as your you will need to could strip the rotate or replace threads and allow the tooth. it to become loose. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 35 DO NOT use Loctite. Use a torque wrench set to torque to 120ft-lbs (163Nm). DO NOT over-torque as your could strip the threads and allow it to become loose. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 36 NOTE: DO NOT ground the welder anywhere other than the drum. Failure to inspect and replace hardware at recommended intervals will cause damage to the machine and attachment. © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    If the cutting head does not clear, Material jammed shut down the implement and rest the head on the ground. Clear the head manually. • DO NOT use extremities to dislodge debris from teeth or the drum. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 38 ◦ DO NOT use Loctite. • Torque to 120ft-lbs (163Nm). ◦ DO NOT over-torque as you could strip the threads which could allow it to become loose. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 39 (Twin Chisel®). (Four-Point and Twin Reference the maintenance section Chisel® Tooth Only) for each tooth type for information on when to rotate the tooth 180° to expose the fresh cutting edge(s). CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...
  • Page 40 Use a torque wrench set to Teeth) torque to 120ft-lbs (163Nm). • DO NOT over-torque as you could strip the threads and allow it to become loose. For any questions, contact our Warranty / Service team at 888.960.0364 or 605.977.3300 © Diamond Mowers®, LLC...

  • Page 41: Index

    INDEX Ground Mulch 15 Stump Cut 17 Anti-Wrap Guards 20 Vertical Mulch 14 Owner Registration 4 Bearings Greasing 21 Product Information 2 Inspection/Replacement 21 Pulleys 21, 26 Belts 26 Push Bar 7, 8, 32 Bolts Motor 31 QD Couplers 9, 32 Quick Attach 8 Chain Guard 7, 27 Copyright Information 2...
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