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- Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL EN | Original MU-COLLECT / MU COLLECT Hydro FROM PRODUCTION 2018 EDITION 11.2022 REFERENCE NUMBER MU-Collect_BA_18_EN_2022-11...
- Page 2 Machine identification In order for your dealer to assist you as efficiently as possible, you will need to provide some information about your machine. Please enter the information here. Designation Working width Weight Machine number Additional equipment Dealer's address Manufacturer's address Müthing GmbH &...
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Page 3: Handover Declaration
Handover declaration Handover declaration – Fill out this sheet with your dealer. Only – Then separate this sheet from the operating manual and send it to the manufacturer within 10 days of delivery. in this way will the guarantee be effective from the date of delivery Müthing Gmbh &... - Page 4 Handover declaration...
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Page 5: Handover Declaration - Copy
Handover declaration – Copy Handover declaration – Copy – This sheet remains with the client in the operating manual I have bought the machine described below from Müthing GmbH & Co. KG Soest, and confirm full delivery and handover of the machine including the operating manual and spare parts list, as well as training in operating the devices with safety instructions and warning information from your dealer. - Page 6 Handover declaration – Copy...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Delivery and assembly ......30 Operating hours counter Checking the scope of delivery Fitting Fault elimination ........Screw conveyor MU-Collect adapter ........31 Rigid implement triangles Disposal of the machine ......Attachment kits EU-conformity declaration ......Coupling the machine ....... 33 EC Directive... -
Page 8: About This Operating Manual
About this operating manual Target group This operating manual is intended for trained machine operators and About this operating manual persons who are otherwise qualified to carry out landscape work and who have received training in how to use this machine. Safety Familiarise yourself with the contents of this operating manual which are relevant for your activity before commissioning or assembling the ma-... -
Page 9: Symbols
About this operating manual Symbols In order to make this manual clear and easy to read, we have used var- ious symbols. They are explained below: • A bullet point accompanies each item in a list A triangle indicates operating functions which must be performed ... -
Page 10: For Your Safety
Safety For your safety This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the Safety operating manual contains additional warning instructions which are not described here. Observe the safety instructions: • In the interest of your own safety, • In the interest of the safety of others •... - Page 11 Safety Meaning of warning Read the operating manual carefully and follow the instructions signs Commissioning of the machine must not take place before the operating manual has been read and understood. This particularly applies to safe- ty instructions. Do not stand between the carrier vehicle and the machine Standing between the carrier vehicle and the machine while the engine is running is prohibited, especially during coupling and uncoupling.
- Page 12 Safety Rotating and trailing machine parts Only approach the machine when all machine parts have stopped mov- ing. STOP Danger of objects being thrown out During operation, there is a danger of objects such as stones being picked up and thrown out by the machine. Ensure that no persons are present in the hazard area.
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Page 13: Definitions
Safety Definitions All direction information is given in relation to the direction of travel of the machine: Front Right Rear Left Down Who is allowed to Only qualified personnel Only qualified persons who have been informed of the dangers associ- operate the ma- ated with handling the machine are permitted to operate, service or re- chine? -
Page 14: Coupling
Safety Coupling Increased risk of injury There is an increased risk of injury when the machine is being coupled to the carrier vehicle. Therefore: • The carrier vehicle must be fitted with the corresponding adaptor in order to be coupled to the machine. •... -
Page 15: Centre Of Gravity
Safety Centre of gravity Observe the total weight, axle loads, tyre load-bearing capacity and minimum ballast specifications The front or rear mounting of machines must not cause the carrier vehi- cle's permissible total weight, permissible axle loads, or tyre load-bear- ing capacity to be exceeded. - Page 16 Safety Calculation The measured values can now be inserted into the formulas. Ballast with front Calculating the ballast with front weights weights on rear-mounted machines. – H ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ - Front ballast in kg = Ballast with rear weights Calculating the ballast with rear weights ...
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Page 17: Road Transport
Safety Road transport Make sure that the condition of the machine conforms to traffic regulations The machine must conform to current traffic regulations if you intend to drive it on public roads. This includes for example: • Fitting lighting equipment, warning devices and protective devices •... - Page 18 Safety Do not remove the protective equipment The protective equipment must not be removed or by-passed. Check all protective equipment before starting the machine. Unprotected ma- chine parts can cause serious or fatal injury. Riding on the machine is strictly prohibited People or objects must never be transported on the machine.
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Page 19: Uncoupling The Machine
Safety Uncoupling the Increased risk of injury There is an increased risk of injury when uncoupling the machine from machine the carrier vehicle. Therefore: • Secure the carrier vehicle so that it cannot roll away. • Never stand between the carrier vehicle and the machine during un- coupling. -
Page 20: Further Regulations
Safety Replace hydraulic hoses Replace hydraulic hoses every six years. Hydraulic hoses can age with- out any externally visible damage. Defect hydraulic lines can lead to se- vere or fatal injuries. Caution when cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner The machine can be cleaned using either water or a steam jet. Only use a low pressure to clean bearings, fans, signal mixer units, plastic parts and hydraulic hoses. -
Page 21: Familiarising Yourself With The Machine
Familiarising yourself with the machine This chapter contains general information on your machine as well as Familiarising yourself with the machine information on: • Range of application • Features • Designation of components • Technical specifications Range of applica- The machine is only allowed to be used for its intended purpose in land- scaping or similar fields of work in accordance with its tooling. -
Page 22: Features Of The Machine
Familiarising yourself with the machine Features of the Robust housing in optimised form The housing is particularly robust for heavy use and is designed in an machine optimised form. Power transmission In the case of mechanically driven machines, power is transmitted to a gear box using a PTO shaft. -
Page 23: Designation Of Components
Familiarising yourself with the machine Designation of components Mechanical drive Gear-box Connection to carrier Crop deflector Box for vehicle Here - imple- plate operating ment triangle [+] Holder for manual PTO shaft Suction hose, per- manently con- nected Here in the centre Front support wheels [+] Connection for... - Page 24 Familiarising yourself with the machine Hydraulic drive Box for Recess for hydraulic Crop de- operating hoses flector plate manual Housing Connection to carrier Front support Hydraulic con- wheels [+] vehicle Here - imple- nections to the ment triangle [+] carrier vehicle Suction hose, permanently con- Hydraulic motor...
- Page 25 Familiarising yourself with the machine Additional equipment With the additional equipment for scarifying, you can use your machine for scarifying as a scarifier. The conversion is carried out in a certified specialist work- shop. Guard rail Scarifying blade...
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Page 26: Technical Specifications
Familiarising yourself with the machine Technical specifi- cations Height Width Depth Mechanical drive Mechanical drive MU-Collect 140 MU-Collect 160 Height [m] Without support wheels 0.42 0.42 With support wheels 0.52 0.52 Width [m] In work position 1.62 1.82 Depth [m] Without support wheels 1.00... - Page 27 Familiarising yourself with the machine Mechanical drive MU-Collect 140 MU-Collect 160 Category CAT 0 – CAT 1n – Individual adapters for carrier vehicles Paint colors Yellow RAL 1007 RAL 1007 Black RAL 9005 RAL 9005 PTO shaft Model Depending on the carrier vehicle...
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Page 28: Height [M]
Familiarising yourself with the machine Hydraulic drive Hydraulic drive MU-Collect 140 Hydro MU-Collect 160 Hydro Height [m] Without support wheels 0.42 0.42 With support wheels 0.52 0.52 Width [m] In work position 1.62 1.82 Depth [m] Without support wheels 0.92 0.92... - Page 29 Familiarising yourself with the machine Hydraulic drive MU-Collect 140 Hydro MU-Collect 160 Hydro Hydraulic drive hydraulic motor Oil quantity in l/min at 180 bar 35-70 35-70 Connections required on carrier vehicle 1 x feed 1 x pressureless return line Depending on type of hydraulic motor:...
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Page 30: Delivery And Assembly
Delivery and assembly Checking the The machine is delivered completely assembled. If parts of the machine Delivery and assembly have not been assembled, please contact your dealer. scope of delivery Do not assemble the machine yourself Do not perform assembly work yourself since requirements for an or- derly condition of the machine are : •... -
Page 31: Mu-Collect Adapter
MU-Collect adapter The machine must be fitted with a suitable adaptor in order to be at- MU-Collect adapter tached to a carrier vehicle. Before attaching the machine, you should therefore check whether the correct adaptor for your carrier vehicle is present on the machine. -
Page 32: Attachment Kits
MU-Collect adapter Attachment kits Attachment kit for attachment of front-mounted implement to carrier ve- hicles. Iseki • ISEKI SF450 • ISEKI SF235 Weight: approx. 31.5 kg Grillo • FD 2200 • FD 2200 TS Weight: approx. 30 kg Universal Please contact your dealer to find out whether your vehicle is approved for the use of the universal attachment kit. -
Page 33: Coupling The Machine
Coupling the machine Coupling the machine Increased risk of injury There is an increased risk of injury when the machine is being cou- pled to the carrier vehicle. Therefore: • Secure the carrier vehicle so that it cannot roll away. •... -
Page 34: Two-Point Connection
Coupling the machine Two-point connec- Requirement: Your carrier vehicle is fitted with the appropriate lift arm. tion Remove the split pins and take out the pins With the carrier vehicle centrally positioned, drive up to the machine, Split pin Split pin paying attention to the position of the lift arms in relation to the ma- chine. -
Page 35: Suction Hose
Coupling the machine Suction hose Risk of cuts The nozzle with suction hose must be attached to the machine. It is forbidden to operate the machine without a suction hose nozzle at- tached. Failure to do so may result in serious or fatal injury when reaching into the opening. -
Page 36: Mechanical Drive
Coupling the machine Mechanical drive The PTO shaft has been adapted by your dealer in line with your carrier vehicle. PTO shaft Generally, the PTO shaft is already connected to the machine. If the PTO shaft is replaced or after maintenance work to the PTO shaft, it will be necessary to connect it to the machine. - Page 37 Coupling the machine Connection to carrier ve- If you switch to a different carrier vehicle, you must check that the PTO hicle shaft is the right length. It is particularly important when checking the PTO shaft to ensure that the two halves of the PTO shaft continue to overlap at the position in which the PTO shaft is pulled apart furthest.
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Page 38: Hydraulic Drive
Coupling the machine Hydraulic drive Function Color of dust Feed line Green De-pressurised return Green Depressurised leak-off oil line Blue Machines with separate leak-off oil line: Connect the hydraulic hoses to the corresponding connections on Leak-off oil line the carrier vehicle Feed line De-pres- surised re-... -
Page 39: Preparation
Preparation Lowering the machine Preparation Prerequisites for working on the machine Only perform work on the machine if you have the required expert knowledge and suitable tools. A lack of specialist knowledge or the use of unsuitable tools can cause accidents. - Page 40 Preparation If the guide plate is not in the parking position: Fit the crop deflector in the parking position Section »Work position --> Parking position«, page Work position --> Parking position Remove the 17 ring spanner from its holder Size 17 combi- Screws ...
- Page 41 Preparation Insert the crop deflector with the help of the lateral guide on the housing Crop deflec- tor plate Guidance Housing Close the cap and secure it with screws Size 17 combi- Screws Insert the 17 ring spanner into its holder nation wrench foreign bodies Before installing the suction hose, you must check the machine for for-...
- Page 42 Preparation Inspect interior for foreign bodies Interior If there are foreign bodies on the interior: Remove foreign bodies Loosen and remove nuts The suction hose with nozzle can now be pushed to the side. The suc- Bolts tion pipe cannot be completely removed due to the rope.
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Page 43: Cutting Bar [+]
Preparation Cutting bar [+] You can alter the degree of shredding using a cutting bar. Check for contact between tools and the cutting bar The tools must not be touching the cutting bar. If any tools are touching the cutting bar, this will damage the tools in question and the cutting bar itself. -
Page 44: Mulching Working Depth
Preparation Mulching working Without support wheels, the working depth can be adjusted in 7 mm steps. With support wheels, the working depth can be adjusted in depth 15 mm steps. The optimal working depth for most applications is the middle setting. Tools must not come into contact with the ground Any contact with the ground could result in stones or other material not being held back safely by the stone guard. -
Page 45: Scarifying Working Depth
Preparation Scarifying working Without support wheels, the working depth can be adjusted in 7 mm steps. With support wheels, the working depth can be adjusted in depth 15 mm steps. The optimal working depth for most applications is the middle setting. Grass cover Root area Ground... -
Page 46: Transport Device
Preparation Transport device A transport device can be useful in combination with some carrier vehi- cles. The transport device lifts up the machine 2° higher than is possible without a transport device. This makes it easier to drive the machine over ramps. -
Page 47: Driving On The Road
Driving on the road Transport position Driving on the road Adjust the height of the lower links using the power lever of the car- rier vehicle so that the machine is high enough for transport. Secure the control devices on the carrier vehicle so that they cannot be actuated accidentally. -
Page 48: Mulching
Mulching Task Mulching Check the hazard area The hazard area in front of the machine is 8 m. It is 2 m at the sides. Before driving off, operating the machine and during operation, check Hazard area its hazard area. Make sure that you have an adequate view. Do not begin work until the hazard area is cleared of any persons or objects. - Page 49 Mulching Particular care should be taken by the operator when working with the mulcher. Working on ditches, overhangs or slopes are activities which tend to be particularly hazardous. We can only give general instructions, the actual situation must be evaluated by the operator. Deactivate transport device Deactivate the transport device before mulching.
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Page 50: After Mulching
Mulching Lower the machine using the carrier vehicle until the machine is on Front stone guard the ground. The front stone guard should be parallel to the ground. Place the control device on the carrier vehicle for the lower links into the floating position. -
Page 51: Scarifying
Scarifying Scarifying is only possible with a machine converted for this purpose. Scarifying Before use, check whether the conversion was carried out in a certified specialist workshop and whether the carrier vehicle is approved for op- eration with the machine. Task The machine is only suitable for scarifying grass swards that have been mown short in advance. -
Page 52: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Cleaning A high-pressure cleaner, for example, can be used to clean the ma- Cleaning and care chine. Never point the water jet directly at the labels or type plate. Only use low pressure to clean the bearings Only use low pressure to clean the bearings. -
Page 53: Parking And Storage
Parking and storage Setting down the Parking and storage machine in a se- Ensure that there are no unauthorised persons can enter the set-down location cure position If the machine is set down either coupled to the carrier vehicle or un- coupled, you must make sure that it is protected so that unauthorised persons have no access to it. -
Page 54: Storing The Machine
Parking and storage PTO shaft Disconnect the PTO shaft from the carrier vehicle. PTO shaft Coupling triangle Lower support leg and secure in bottom position Support leg Lowering the machine Undo the retainer between the implement triangle and the receiver ... -
Page 55: For Your Safety
Maintenance For your safety Maintenance Special safety in- structions Requirements for conducting maintenance work Only perform the maintenance work if you have the required expert knowledge and suitable tools. A lack of specialist knowledge or the use of unsuitable tools can cause accidents. -
Page 56: General Information
Maintenance Protective measures Additives in oils and lubricants may have adverse effects on health. when handling oils or Since the hazardous material code does not require any special identi- fication, please always observe the following: lubricants Avoid skin contact Avoid skin contact with these materials. Contact can result in skin damage. - Page 57 Maintenance Fundamentals The following table contains a brief explanation of the most important terms used for maintenance. Task Version • Greasing Apply grease to the slide surfaces using a brush • Lubrication 1 - 2 Unless specified otherwise, one or two strokes with the grease gun provide sufficient lubrication •...
- Page 58 Maintenance Screwed connec- tions Retighten screws All bolts must be retightened: • After the first hours of operation • According to the frequency of use • But at least once a season General tightening torques Tighten all screwed connections in accordance with the information in the table.
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Page 59: Maintenance Intervals And Setting Work
Maintenance Maintenance inter- The information relates to average usage under the machine's normal operating conditions. Maintenance intervals are shorter for heavy us- vals and setting age, such as with hire companies, or for extreme operating conditions work such as very dusty environments. General •... -
Page 60: Lubricating Work
Maintenance Lubricating work Lubricate bearings The bearings must be lubricated regularly. Lubricate only with one or two strokes from the grease gun: • According to the maintenance chart • After heavy use • But at least once a season Bearings that require no maintenance must not be lubricated. - Page 61 Maintenance Overview of lubrica- tion points S = lubrication point Other lubrication The following applies: points • In addition to the lubrication points shown in this operating manual, your machine may have other lubrication points • As a rule, lubrication points are located at pivots or bearings. There- fore, inspect your entire machine for any such additional lubrication points.
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Page 62: Pto Shaft
Maintenance PTO shaft The PTO shafts are heavily stressed. This means that regular mainte- nance is decisive for the PTO shafts' service life. Only the most impor- tant work is shown here. Full maintenance work on the PTO shaft: PTO shaft operating manual Checking ... -
Page 63: Transmission Oil
Maintenance Transmission oil The gearbox oil must conform to the specification. Chapter »Familiarising yourself with the machine« paragraph »Technical specifications«, page 26 Check Twice per season In the case of machines with a mechanical drive: Remove the PTO shaft ... -
Page 64: Tools
Maintenance Replacement 1x per season Place a collection container under the outlet for the waste oil Outlet Loosen the screw on the inspection opening using a hex key Inspection opening Loosen the screw on the outlet with an Allen key and remove the screw ... - Page 65 Maintenance New tools – New bolts, nuts and shackles When replacing the tools, the nuts, bolts and shackles must also be replaced at the same time. If the nuts and bolts are not replaced, the worn bolts may break. Tools may become detached during work and be flung out.
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Page 66: Scarifying Blade
Maintenance Scarifying blade The scarifying blades may only be fitted to machines that have been converted for scarifying in a certified workshop. Scarifying blades are always replaced as an assembly kit. A assembly kit for scarifying blades consists of: • 2 scarifying blades •... - Page 67 Maintenance Secure the machine Work can only be carried out on a machine secured against rolling away and dropping. To prevent dropping, for example, permitted and correctly dimensioned support legs can be used. If the machine is not secured against rolling away and lowering, se- rious or fatal accidents could result.
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Page 68: V-Belt
Maintenance V-belt The V-belt is tensioned by a counterweight. If the V-belt is not sufficient- ly tensioned, it must be retensioned. If there are any tears or the V-belt is damaged, it must be replaced. As required Checking There is an inspection opening on the machine. ... - Page 69 Maintenance Tensioning Loosen the nuts but do not remove them. Bolts Loosen the nuts on the bolts, but do not remove them Gear-box Holder Bolts with nuts With the lock nut, adjust the V-belt tension as desired using the Tensioning counterweight Release...
- Page 70 Maintenance Replacement If there are any tears or other damage on the V-belt, it must be replaced. Remove the screws, remove the safety cover. Safety cover Screws Screws Loosen the nuts but do not remove them. Bolts Release the V-belt tension with the lock nut Release Lock nut...
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Page 71: Runners
Maintenance Runners The runners protect the machine from direct contact with the ground. If they are not replaced in good time, the housing of the machine will be damaged. As required Secure the machine Work can only be carried out on a machine secured against rolling away and dropping. -
Page 72: Accessory
Accessory Wear insert A metal insert protects the housing from wear. Accessory Cutting bar The cutting bar allows you to adjust the rate of shredding. You can use it to determine how finely the mulch should be shredded. Short chopping bar A short chopping bar optimises the material feed. -
Page 73: Support Wheels
Accessory Support wheels Support wheels are available for comfortable depth guidance. Operating hours An electronic operating hours counter displays the actual operating du- ration. This means that data can be recorded precisely and used, for ex- counter ample, for calculations. -
Page 74: Fault Elimination
Fault elimination Faults can often be eliminated quickly and easily. In the event of hydrau- Fault elimination lic problems, first check: • Are the hydraulic hoses properly connected? • Is the control valve on the carrier vehicle defective? If so, contact your dealer. •... - Page 75 Fault elimination Fault Cause Remedy Material cut too rough and cut ma- Drive speed too high Reduce the drive speed terial not distributed evenly The tools are working too deeply Set correct working depth The tools are working too high Set correct working depth V-belt worn Replace V-belt set...
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Page 76: Screw Conveyor
Fault elimination Screw conveyor If there is a blockage or foreign bodies on the feeder auger, which are Shown without housing difficult to remove, you can manually turn the feeder auger against its normal direction of rotation. Protect the machine from being started up accidentally If the machine is coupled, only carry out repair and maintenance work and only rectify malfunctions on it if: •... -
Page 77: Disposal Of The Machine
Disposal of the machine When the service life of your machine is over, it must be disposed of Disposal of the machine properly. Please observe currently valid disposal regulations. Metal parts All metal machine components can be sent for metal recycling. Plastic parts All plastic parts are marked and can be recycled. -
Page 78: Eu-Conformity Declaration
EU-conformity declaration Am Silberg 23 2006/42/EG D-59494 Soest assumes sole responsibility for declaring that the following product complies with EC Directive 2006/42/EC: MU-Collect and accessories Assorted samples of harmonized standards: • DIN EN ISO 4254-1 • DIN EN ISO 4254-12 •... -
Page 79: Ec Directive 2006/42/Eg
D-59494 Soest assumes sole responsibility for declaring that the following product Type plate and complies with EC Directive 2006/42/EC: CE symbol MU-Collect Hydro and accessories Assorted samples of harmonized standards: • DIN EN ISO 4254-1 • DIN EN ISO 4254-12 •... -
Page 80: Uk Declaration Of Conformity
• BS EN ISO 4254-12 • BS EN 13524 Machine designation MU-collect and additional equipment The special technical documents corresponding to the machine have been created according to Annex VII, Part B. Soest, 28.10.2022 Andreas Rohde CEO and authorised person for compiling technical documentation... -
Page 81: Ukca
BS EN ISO 4254-1 • BS EN ISO 4254-12 • BS EN 13524 Machine designation MU-Collect Hydro and additional equip- ment The special technical documents corresponding to the machine have been created according to Annex VII, Part B. Soest, 28.10.2022 Andreas Rohde... -
Page 82: Index
Index Index Accessory Range of application Cutting bar Carbide M shackle flails Operating hours counter Short chopping bar Support wheels Wear insert Safety assembly Agricultural training Altered driving and braking behaviour Care and maintenance intervals Care and maintenance work Care Centre of gravity Centre of gravity Check the screwed connections... - Page 83 Notes Notes...
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