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MILLCREEK MODELS: ® 3100/3200 TURF TIGER SPREADERS I-86219 PUBLICATION DATE: 1/13/09, Rev. 3 MILLCREEK PART # 43827 Millcreek Manufacturing Company 34 Zimmerman Road Leola, PA 17540 Phone: 1-800-311-1323 / Fax: 717-656-0952 www.millcreekmfg.com WARNING: DO NOT assemble, operate, or maintain this equipment without first reading and understanding the information provided in this manual and the ADMA Safety Manual for Agricultural Implement Drivelines.
Company to purchasers of machines and parts previously sold. TRADEMARKS The Millcreek logo is a trademark of the Millcreek Manufacturing Company. All other brand or product names mentioned are the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ................... 1-1 Guide to this Manual ......................1-1 For Your Safety......................... 1-1 Safety Labels ......................1-2 Inspection and Warranty Registration .................. 1-5 Warranty Registration ....................1-5 SECTION 2: ATTACHING THE SPREADER TO THE TRACTOR ......2-1 Connecting the Spreader Hitch to the Tractor Drawbar ............
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TABLE OF CONTENTS APPENDIX A: PARTS REFERENCE .................A-1 ® General TURF TIGER Spreader Specifications ..............A-1 Component Parts Ordering Information ................A-2 TURF TIGER Spreader Box and Hitch Assembly ............. A-2 TURF TIGER Spreader Wheel/Hub Assembly ..............A-4 TURF TIGER Rear Drive Assembly .................. A-6 TURF TIGER Front Drive Assembly .................
Spreaders SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION Guide to this Manual This manual contains all the information necessary to safely operate and maintain the Millcreek Model 3100 and ® 3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders. Consult the Table of Contents for a detailed list of topics covered. You'll find this manual's step-by-step procedures easy to follow and understand.
® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders For Your Safety... (continued) In addition to observing the specific precautions listed throughout the manual, the following general precautions apply and must be heeded for proper, safe operation. WARNING: Keep hands and feet from under the spreader at all times. Ensure that you are safely distanced from any other persons before operating the spreader.
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® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders Safety Labels (continued) TURF TIGER Spreader Safety Labels Label Part # Description 42792 DANGER - NO riders 42710 WARNING - Flying Debris 42756 WARNING - Entanglement, Do NOT operate without shields 42772...
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® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders Safety Labels (continued) NO RIDERS 42792 Moving parts can crush or cut. STAY CLEAR of machine while engine is running and/or machine is operating. Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from operating parts.
Following inspection of your new spreader, locate the Millcreek Warranty Card in the literature packet shipped with your spreader. For proper warranty registration, Millcreek requires that you fill out the warranty registration card and return it within 30 days to:...
® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders SECTION 2: ATTACHING THE SPREADER TO THE TRACTOR Connecting the Spreader to the Tractor The spreader hitch is designed to work with a standardized tractor hitch. To connect the spreader hitch to the tractor hitch, refer to Figure 2A and adhere to the following guidelines: •...
® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders Attaching the Spreader PTO to the Tractor PTO NOTE: If you have a Model 3100 Engine Drive, these instructions do NOT apply. Release the ball bungee that secures the PTO to the PTO Holder.
Understanding TURF TIGER Spreader Operation Proper and safe operation of the Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER spreaders requires: (1) being familiar with the spreader operating components and (2) heeding all safety precautions as stated in this manual. NOTE: If you have a Model 3100 Engine Drive, be sure to also review the important information on operation (specific to that unit) provided in the separate addendum, Millcreek Part #43837.
® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders Operating the TURF TIGER Spreader Activate the PTO (this action may vary by tractor): For newer tractors: with the tractor at idle, simply activate the switch to engage the PTO. ATTENTION: DO NOT engage the PTO while running at full throttle; doing so may tear the front drive belt or cause it to jump off the pulley.
® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders Recommended Settings for TURF TIGER Spreader Operation CAUTION: For safe operation of the Turf Tiger spreader, DO NOT exceed the load capacities for the materials listed in the following charts/specifications. The maximum payload is 3,000 pounds for Model 3100 and 3,750 pounds for Model 3200.
® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENT Guidelines for Regular Maintenance WARNING: All shields must be replaced after maintenance or adjustment procedures are performed. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or death.
1/3 turn max.) Procedures for Spreader Adjustment For optimal spreader functioning, Millcreek recommends that you periodically check the tension of the floor apron chain and the drive chains. Procedures for checking and adjusting these crucial operating components are provided in this section.
If the chains do not show the proper deflection, they may need to be adjusted. Adjust the drive chains according to the following guidelines. Millcreek recommends that two people perform this procedure (one to loosen/tighten the bolts, one to move and hold the bracket in position).
® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders APPENDIX A: PARTS REFERENCE The following information is provided for your reference in understanding how the TURF TIGER spreader is assembled and how spare parts can be identified and ordered properly. General TURF TIGER Spreader Specifications...
Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders Component Parts Ordering Information When ordering replacement parts, please provide the following information to your local Millcreek dealer: • Model and Serial Number of the unit (located on the front left corner of the spreader) •...
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Ball Bungee **NOTE: The PTO SHAFT HOLDER must be able to FOLD DOWN; DO NOT overtighten the specified hardware (item #'s 18, 21). Millcreek recommends that you just tighten these hardware components, then loosen 1/4 turn to allow for proper movement.
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**NOTE: The IDLER BRACKET must be able to ROTATE to tension the chain; DO NOT overtighten the specified hardware (item #'s 23, 27). Millcreek recommends that you just tighten these hardware components, then loosen 1/4 turn to allow for proper movement.
The following options are available for Model 3100 and 3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders. Please refer to the appropriate parts/assembly drawings provided in this Appendix. Some options come pre-assembled on the spreader from the factory; others may require assembly/installation. Please contact Millcreek for additional instructions as needed if the appropriate instructions have not been included with your shipment.
® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders Pathmaker Assembly I-86248 Figure B2 - Pathmaker Attachment Parts Detail Mounting the PathMaker Refer to Figure B2 and the detailed parts list. Bolt the Top Support Tube (#4) to the topdresser. Loosely attach the U-bolt (#1) and Bottom Support (#2) around the topdresser's beater guard bar.
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® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders Pathmaker Assembly (continued) Item # Part # Description 220119 U-Bolt 261810 Bottom Support 220143 Clip Hitch Pin #11 261707 Top Support Tube 261709 Left Side Mounting Bracket 261708 Right Side Mounting Bracket...
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® Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER Spreaders Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) Sign Assembly I-86224-A Figure B3 - SMV Sign Parts Detail Item # MC Part # Qty. Component Description 220185 SMV Mounting Socket 220186 SMV Spade Mount 220187 Reflective SMV with Metal Backing...
APPENDIX C: Engine Drive Information For Your Safety... In addition to reviewing and following ALL safety statements as provided in the Model 3100/3200 Operator's Manual, also adhere to the following precautions for the safe operation of the Model 3100 Engine Drive topdresser.
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The operation of the Model 3100 Engine Drive topdresser is very similar to the operation of the Model 3100/ 3200 PTO-driven units. Refer to Section 3, Operation & Adjustment, in the Millcreek Operator's Manual (MC Part# 43827) for pertinent instructions, as well as the following procedure, which pertains specifically to the Engine Drive unit.
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Observe the spreading application and determine if adjustments are required. If adjustments are desired, please refer to the information for Adjusting the TURF TIGER provided in the Millcreek Operator's Manual. The variables affecting the application rate are (a) towing vehicle ground speed and (b) metering gate opening.
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Engine Mount and Drive System Assembly Figure 1 - Engine Mount and Drive System...
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**NOTE: The IDLER BRACKET must be able to ROTATE to tension the belt; DO NOT overtighten the specified hardware (item #'s 16, 19). Millcreek recommends that you just tighten these hardware components, then loosen 1/4 turn to allow for proper movement.
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Engine and Safety Shields Assembly I-86247 Figure 2 - Engine and Safety Shields...
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Engine and Safety Shields Assembly (continued) Item # Part # Description 210446 Belt AX64 210450 Belt BX47 210448 Electric Clutch 261813 Spacer 261726 Belt Shield 210447 Engine 261715 Belt Tightener Bracket 261716 Battery Bracket 210449 Battery 220141 Latch (includes mounting hardware) 261719 Hinged Shield (includes item #’s 12 and 18) 270811...
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