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Operator’s Manual Parts Manual Rev 02 4/19/19...
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Dawson Manufacturing LLC 899 Airport Park Rd #E Glen Burnie, MD 21061 888-77MULCH www.MulchMateUSA.com Product and Contact Information Please contact your authorized Mulch Mate dealer for information and service on your product. Always provide your product model and serial number listed below.
Product Description The Mulch Mate DS1000 is the first product you can attach to the landscape body truck you already own. With our Patented design you can fill your truck with mulch and remove it directly into a wheelbarrow with the use of a simple joystick, eliminating the back-breaking job of shoveling for hours.
Parts Location 1. Tarp Roller 2. Auger Rollers 3. Batteries 4. Conveyor Belt 5. Tarp Motor 6. Tarp Gear Set 7. Power Distribution Box 8. Conveyor Motor 9. Hinge 10. Auger Gear Box 11. Control Panel 12. Take Up Roller Safety Safety Decals Throughout the manual you will encounter special messages and symbols that will identify potential safety...
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Signal Word Definitions Keep all safety decals clean and legible at all times. Remove dirt, grease and debris from safety decals and instructional labels. If any decals become damaged, faded, illegible or missing, contact your Mulch Mate dealer promptly for replacements. These safety decals and labels are there to help warn and protect you and others. Please take these warnings seriously and refer to the operator’s manual often to stay familiar with all safety information.
Safety General Safety Procedures T raining Requirements ● The owner of this machine is solely responsible for properly training the operators. ● The owner/operator is solely responsible for the operations of this machine and prevention of accidents or injury occurring to him/herself, other people or property. ●...
Safety General Safety Procedures (cont) Operation Safety (cont.) ● Ensure all bystanders are clear of the machine whenever unlatching the machine or preparing the unit for dumping. Never dump the truck without making sure all latches, locks, and/or safety chains are in place.
Safety General Safety Procedures (cont.) Roadway Safety ● Obey all state and local laws concerning operation on roadways. ● Place traffic safety cones around your vehicle in accordance with state and local laws. ● NEVER unlock or unlatch the machine if there is a possibility of the machine swinging into an area where it could strike any people, vehicles or other property.
Operations Quick Safety Checklist ● Always check all safety devices before driving vehicle or operating the machine. ● Ensure machine is latched and locked before driving vehicle. ● Ensure operators and bystanders are clear before operating the machine. ● Follow all safety decals and instructional stickers. ●...
Operations Pulling Out Tarp/Loading Mulch Tools Needed -Wireless Remote or Second Person -Tarp Crank Handle ● While standing inside the truck body, hook the Tarp Crank Handle through the grab handle on the tarp. Turn wireless remote on with switch on the left side of the controller, and press the”...
Operations Using Unit on Site ● Turn the power to the machine on. (Follow start up procedures pg. 9) ● Roll up chute door cover and slide back the chute exit tray. ● Place wheel barrow under the exit chute. ●...
Operations Closing the Unit After loading the truck with debris for transport. ● It is recommended that swinging the unit should always be a two person operation. ● After ensuring the area around the machine is clear, release the hinge locks. ●...
Seller Indemnified Party may be required to pay to one or more Third Parties resulting from or arising out of (a) personal injury or death of any person as a result of use of any Product supplied or sold by Dawson MFG or its Affiliates or sublicensees or (b) ...
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