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Heavy Duty Skid Steer Drum Mulcher Operation and Maintenance Manual Register your WARRANTY within 30 days of purchase 888-376-7027 | BlueDiamondAttachments.com...
Manual and thoroughly understand safe and correct operating, installation and maintenance procedures. Model Number: _____________________________ Serial Number: _____________________________ Blue Diamond® is continually working to improve its Dealer Name: ______________________________ products. Blue Diamond® reserves the right to make any improvements or changes as deemed practical Dealer Number:...
1. Introduction 1.1 Attachment Identification Push Bar Discharge Cover Belt Drive cover Depth Limiters Replaceable Teeth Access Covers Support Leg Blue Diamond® Attachments...
Measured sound power level machine. Guaranteed sound power level (LWA) NOTE: Blue Diamond® cannot be held liable if 1.3 Attachment Model specified limits are exceeded. Numbers NOTE: Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power level (LWA) according to EC directive 2000/14/EC.
• Before starting operation of the machine, check that the rotor and its hammers are in good condition. • Check that there are no objects wrapped around the rotor. Figure 4 Figure 2 Blue Diamond® Attachments...
Figure 7 Figure 5 Adjustable Intake Plate Hydraulic Motor This mulcher features an adjustable intake plate The mulcher is powered by hydraulic motor [Figure 8] to control the size of material processed. [Figure 6]. Figure 6 Figure 8 Blue Diamond® Attachments...
Ensure that all safety pictograms/decals are IMPORTANT legible. If pictograms/decals are worn, they must be replaced with new ones obtained from Blue Diamond® and placed in the position The signal word IMPORTANT identifies indicated by this manual. procedures which must be followed to avoid damage to the machine.
Check the rules and regulations at your location. The rules may include an employer’s work safety requirements. Regulations may apply to local driving requirements or use of a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem. Regulations may identify a hazard such as a utility line. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
If the machine vibrates, behaves strangely, area when operating the equipment. This or makes unusual noises, stop operation and attachment discharges debris that can be contact your local dealer or Blue Diamond® hazardous. Product Support immediately. • The equipment must be used ONLY on •...
Transporting Safety than reducing engine speed. The engine will maintain rated speed and keep cutter running • Blue Diamond® Attachments cannot be held at optimal cutting speed. responsible for any damage due to transport • DO NOT operate in a work area that has...
DO NOT climb on the machine while it is in medical attention is required. operation or when it is off. Wear goggles. Use cardboard to check for leaks. • DO NOT start the mulcher rotor without first raising the machine off the ground. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
• Use Blue Diamond® approved spare parts for better performance and increased safety. Leaking fluids under pressure can enter the skin and cause serious injury or death. Immediate Precautions during Maintenance medical attention is required.
NOT connect or operate the machine or carry Replace if necessary. out any maintenance operations. Contact your local dealer or Blue Diamond® Product Support • Inspect the machine’s mounting frame. (See immediately to ensure your safety and that of the the machine’s Operator’s Manual for inspecting...
Operator’s Position” on page 15. Park the machine / attachment on a flat level surface. Place all controls in neutral, engage the park brake, stop the engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Leave the operator’s position. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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Pull on each hose to verify full connection is made. the machine’s mounting plate. Drive the machine slowly backward, away from the IMPORTANT attachment. The case drain MUST be connected to the machine; otherwise, it will result in damage to the attachment. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
7. Route the power leg of the control box segment towards either the 12V power plug connection inside the cab, or towards the machine battery. Connect the 12V plug segment or the battery terminal segment, using extensions as required, and connect to the power source. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
Place the mulcher on a firm, level surface before Wrench Adjustment performing any maintenance procedures. 10mm Open Head Shift Pressure Wrench Adjustment 8mm Allen Key Access Plates Displacement 6mm Allen Key Adjustment Shift Pressure 3mm Allen Key Adjustment Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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A half turn is equal to 1,160 PSI. Direction Shift Pressure Clockwise Decrease Counterclockwise Increase 4. Hold the allen key in place, and tighten the jam nut. Repeat the above steps for measurement and adjustment until the desired shift pressure is reached. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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Disengage the hydraulics and wait for all moving parts to stop before performing any adjustments. Figure 14 Place the mulcher on a firm, level surface before performing any maintenance procedures. 4. Measure the rotor speed again, and adjust as needed. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
• Lift the machine slightly and perform the rotation or direction change. Once the maneuver is completed, lower the machine carefully without applying pressure to the mulcher with the skid steer arm to continue operation. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
Blue that could pollute the environment. Diamond® cannot be held responsible for • Blue Diamond® shall not be held responsible in improper waste disposal. the event of poor waste management by any maintenance personnel. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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If the plug is removed and the oil level is at the lower edge of the hole, the oil level is correct. • If the oil level is to low, follow the “Oil Fill” on page 24. Figure 15-2 FILLER CAP Figure 15-3 Blue Diamond® Attachments...
Check the piston rod on the cylinder for scratches that could damage the seals. Grease and oils must be disposed of in accordance NOTE: Use original Blue Diamond® spare parts for with the waste regulations in force. Blue Diamond better performance and increased safety.
Replace worn or broken belt. deflection in the center of the span (Point A) Figure 17 is equal to the deflection distance NOTE: Use original Blue Diamond® spare parts for shown in the table when the deflection force better performance and increased safety.
The replacement of teeth and tightening torque of teeth must be carried out by qualified personnel or an authorized service technician. • NOTE: Use original Blue Diamond® spare parts for better performance and increased safety. 4.7 Spare Parts Figure 18 •...
• • Belt Greasing • Rotor bearing housings • Cylinder Pin • Overhung Load Adapter For these tasks Contact your dealer or Blue Diamond® Product Support. Refer to “4.3 Greasing and Lubrication” on page 22 for interval. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
Lubricate according to the times indicated in this manual. Respect the working limits indicated by the manufacturer (in Frequent bearing Machine overloaded. case of doubt, contact your dealer or Blue Diamond® Product breakage. Support). Incorrect rotor mounting or Check assembly and adjustments.
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Replace the belt. Check the hydraulic motor drive shaft and if necessary, have Rotor not turning. Broken hydraulic motor bearing or it repaired or replaced. Contact your dealer or Blue Diamond® drive shaft. Product Support. Oil leak. Identify and repair all leaks in the hydraulic circuit.
M12 X 1.75MM NYLOCK NUT 290413 RIGHT SKID SHOE 299069 M12 X 1.75MM X 35MM CARRIAGE BOLT FULL THREAD 290414 LEFT SKID SHOE — 2.7MM X M16 X 30MM FLAT WASHER — M16 X 2.00 NYLOCK NUT Blue Diamond® Attachments...
5. Parts 5.2 Main Components 2 Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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M16 X 2.00MM NYLOCK NUT 290405 CHAIN 10 DIN 5685 11 LINKS L=460 MM — CHAIN ROD — M12 X 1.75MM X 30MM HEX BOLT FULL THREAD 299069 M12 X 1.75MM X 35MM CARRIAGE BOLT FULL THREAD — FOOT CAP Blue Diamond® Attachments...
5. Parts 5.3 Main Components 3 Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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BELT DRIVE COVER PLATE 290794 POLYCHAIN BELT DRIVE ASSEMBLY (SEE PAGE 43) — NON-DRIVE SIDE ROTOR BEARING GREASE LINE — ROTOR SIDE PLATE — NON-DRIVE SIDE COVER 290599 TOP ACCESS PANEL 290713 MANUAL TUBE — BOLT FOR MANUAL TUBE Blue Diamond® Attachments...
5-LINE 290020 CYLINDER HOSE SET WITH COUPLERS 290021 CYLINDER HOSE SET TO SOLENOID DIVERTER VALVE 290402 SOLENOID DIVERTER VALVE 3-LINE 290023 SOLENOID WIRE HARNESS 290683 FLAT 4-PIN TO DELPHI CONNECTION SEE PAGE 51 MACHINE SIDE CONTROL HARNESS Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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M12 X 1.75MM X 35MM CARRIAGE BOLT FULL THREAD — M16 X 2.00MM X 140MM BOLT HEX HEAD PARTIAL THREAD — M16 X 2MM X 30MM HEX BOLT FULLY THREADED — TENSIONER PLATE ASSEMBLY (SEE PAGE 44) Blue Diamond® Attachments...
PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION — BOLT FOR TOP OF ADJUSTMENT BAR — BOLT FOR BOTTOM OF ADJUSTMENT BAR — ADJUSTMENT BAR — 3.7MM X M24 X 44MM FLAT WASHER — NUT FOR ADJUSTMENT BAR — PUSH BAR WELDMENT Blue Diamond® Attachments...
M12 X 1.75MM X 30MM BOLT SOCKET HEAD FULL THREAD — WASHER — FITTING — 5-LINE HYDRAULIC BLOCK ASSEMBLY (PARTS 16-19) — ADAPTER 290482 SOLENOID END COVER — SOLENOID END COVER BOLT SHORT — HYDRAULIC BLOCK BOLT LONG — HYDRAULIC BLOCK Blue Diamond® Attachments...
M10 90º GREASE ZERK 290637 3/8” MALE PLUG 50MM SHAFT X 110MM HOUSING ID X 40MM WIDE 290634 SPHERICAL ROLLER BEARING 290562 120MM ID X 4MM THICK RETAINING RING 290453 55MM ID X 120MM OD X 16MM THICK SEAL Blue Diamond® Attachments...
5. Parts 5.10 Belt Drive — 290438 ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 290627 TAPERLOCK FOR KEY 3020 SHAFT 45MM 290624 BELT PULLEY - 80 TOOTH SYNCHRO BELT POLYCHAIN GTC-GTV 1440MM OD X 290623 8MM PITCH X 62MM WIDE Blue Diamond® Attachments...
5. Parts 5.11 Tensioner Plate Assembly ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION — TENSIONER PLATE 290443 SEPARATOR FLANGE — 2.3MM X M12 X 24MM FLAT WASHER M12 X 1.75MM X 40MM BOLT SOCKET HEAD FULLY — THREADED Blue Diamond® Attachments...
ROLLER BEARING + SLEEVE H2312 290457 BEARING HOUSING 290458 55MM ID X 90MM OD X 8MM THICK SEAL 290573 90MM ID X 3MM THICK RETAINING RING INTERNAL 290463 55MM ID X 75MM OD X 8MM THICK SEAL Blue Diamond® Attachments...
65MM SHAFT X 140MM HOUSING ID X 48MM WIDE 290456 ROLLER BEARING + SLEEVE H2312 290457 BEARING HOUSING 290458 55MM ID X 90MM OD X 8MM THICK SEAL 290573 90MM ID X 3MM THICK RETAINING RING INTERNAL Blue Diamond® Attachments...
5. Parts 5.14 Rotor Bearing — 290456 ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 65MM SHAFT X 140MM HOUSING ID X 48MM WIDE 290636 SPHERICAL ROLLER BEARING 290459 TAPERED SLEEVE H2312 Blue Diamond® Attachments...
5. Parts 5.15 Rotor ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 290461 ROTOR OUTER WASHER 290791 ROTOR ASSEMBLY WITH CHIPPING TEETH (SEE PAGE 49) Blue Diamond® Attachments...
ROTOR SHAFT NON DRIVE SIDE 290734 ROTOR SHAFT DRIVE SIDE — M8 X 1.25MM X 25MM BOLT HEX HEAD FULL THREAD — 2.3MM X M12 X 24MM FLAT WASHER TOOTH KIT DESCRIPTION 290508-KIT-60 CHIPPING TEETH 290509-KIT-60 CARBIDE TEETH Blue Diamond® Attachments...
COUPLER FEMALE FLAT FACE STRAIGHT 1/2” BODY FEMALE #12 BSPP 224026 COUPLER FEMALE FLAT FACE STRAIGHT 3/4” BODY FEMALE #12 BSPP 224014 COUPLER MALE FLAT FACE STRAIGHT 1/2” BODY FEMALE #12 BSPP 224027 COUPLER MALE FLAT FACE STRAIGHT 3/4” BODY FEMALE #12 BSPP Blue Diamond® Attachments...
JOHN DEERE® 14-PIN PIN CONTROLS (DELPHI CONNECTOR) FUNCTION CLOSE DISCHARGE COVER OPEN DISCHARGE COVER GROUND OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS: PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 290684 5 FT CONTROL LEG EXTENSION 216921 10 FT CONTROL LEG EXTENSION 200013 10 FT POWER LEG EXTENSION Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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Control Box Segment - 290681 Control 36" 6" Switch Power Leg 240" Control Leg Delphi Adapter Segment - 290683 120" 12V Plug Segment - 200021 11 1/2" 2 1/2" Battery Terminal Segment - 290682 28" Positive 8" 10A Fuse FUSE Ground Blue Diamond® Attachments...
Maximum Cutting Capacity 7” In the table below, document the specifications of the skid steer the mulcher is tuned to each time it is tuned for a new machine. Date Host Machine ID Auxiliary Pressure Auxiliary Flow Blue Diamond® Attachments...
ATTACHMENTS before work is performed. ® The BLUE DIAMOND® PRODUCT SUPPORT TEAM will advise repairs and applicable parts exchanges. Tampering with the failed part may void the warranty. This warranty does not include freight or delivery charges incurred when returning machinery for servicing. Dealer mileage, service calls, and pickup/delivery charges are the customers’...
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