Millcreek 304 User manual

WARNING: DO NOT assemble, operate, or maintain this equipment without
first reading and understanding the information pro ided in this manual and
the ADMA Safety Manual for Agricultural Implement Dri elines. Failure to
follow all safety precautions as stated in these manuals may result in serious
personal injury or death.
PUBLICATIONDATE: 4/1/13 MILLCREEKPART#43840
MillcreekManufacturingCompany
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
304 Row Mulcher
525ReservoirRoad
HoneyBrookPA19344
Phone: [phone]

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION...................................................................................... 1-1
Guide to this Manual......................................................................................................... 1-1
For Your Safety................................................................................................................. 1-1
Safety Labels............................................................................................................... 1-1
Inspection and Warranty Registration .............................................................................. 1-
Standard/Optional Components................................................................................... 1-
Warranty Registration.................................................................................................. 1-
SECTION 2: ATTACHING THE ROW MULCHER TO THE TRACTOR.................... 2-1
Connecting the Row Mulcher Hitch to the Tractor Drawbar...........................................2-1
Attaching the Row Mulcher PTO to the Tractor PTO.......................................................2-2
Assembling the Safety Tow Chain....................................................................................2-2
SECTION 3: OPERATION & ADJUSTMENT............................................................. 3-1
Understanding Row Mulcher Operation...........................................................................3-1
The Row Mulcher Operating Components.................................................................3-1
Important Specifications for Row Mulcher Operation...............................................3-1
Guidelines for Loading the Row Mulcher..................................................................3-2
Operating the Row Mulcher..............................................................................................3-2
SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE.................................................................................... 4-1
Guidelines for Regular Maintenance.................................................................................4-1
General Maintenance..................................................................................................4-1
Wheel/Tire Maintenance.............................................................................................4-2
Wheel Bearing Maintenance.......................................................................................4-2
Drive System Maintenance.........................................................................................4-2
Hydraulic System Maintenance.........................................................................................4-4
APPENDIX A: PARTS REFERENCE.......................................................................... A-1
Parts Ordering Information...............................................................................................
Main Frame and Chassis..................................................................................................
Wheel and Hub Assembly...............................................................................................
Drive System Assembly..................................................................................................
Apron/Floor Chain Assembly..........................................................................................
Box Assembly................................................................................................................
Conveyor Assembly.......................................................................................................
Hydraulics.......................................................................................................................
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SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
Guide to this Manual
This manual contains all the information necessary to safely operate and maintain your Millcreek Row
Mulcher. 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. Should questions arise, please contact your
Millcreek dealer before starting any of the procedures in this manual.
Regarding the information presented in this manual:
• All safety, operating, and servicing information reflects current production models at the time
of publication of this manual.
• References made to left, right, front, and rear are those directions viewed when facing the
unit from the rear.
Please read all sections in the manual carefull --including the important safet information found in
this section--before beginning an procedures; doing so is critical for the safe and proper operation of
the Millcreek Row Mulcher.
For Your Safety...
For your safety, Millcreek documentation contains the following types of safety statements (listed here
in order of increasing intensity):
•NOTE: A clarification of previous information or additional pertinent information.
•ATTENTION: A safety statement indicating that potential equipment damage may occur if
instructions are not followed.
CAUTION: A safety statement that reminds of safety practices or directs attention to unsafe
practices which could result in personal injury if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING: A strong safety statement indicating that a hazard exists which can result in
injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.
DANGER! The utmost levels of safety must be observed; an extreme hazard exists which
would result in high probability of death or irreparable serious personal injury if proper
precautions are not taken.
The best operator is a careful operator. By using common sense, observing general safety rules, and
adhering to the precautions specific to the row mulcher, you, the operator, can promote safe equipment
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Safety Labels (continued)
For our safet , be sure to locate all safet labels and review their content before proceeding with
operating the row mulcher!
Row Mulcher Safety Labels
Label Part # Description
42719 DANGER - Rotating PTO Driveline, Keep shields in place
42792 DANGER - NO riders
42710 WARNING - Flying Debris
427 6 WARNING - Entanglement, Do NOT operate without shields
42772 WARNING - Spreader combination safety label - moving parts, read manual
42794 SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) Sign
42717 Millcreek Row Mulcher Label
42730 Millcreek Logo Label
42778 Millcreek Logo Label
42710
42730
42795
42794
42756
42717
42778
42772
42730
42795
42756
42710
42717
42792
42792
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42759
42761
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Inspection and Warranty Registration
The Row Mulcher is shipped from your Millcreek Dealer completely assembled and ready for operation.
Inspect your new row mulcher thoroughly upon receipt to ensure that it has been shipped to you in a
satisfactory manner. Immediately notify the freight company and your Millcreek dealer in case of
shipping damage, shortage(s), and/or errors.
Standard/Optional Components
The Row Mulcher is supplied completel assembled with the following components (standard):
• Cross Conveyor Crescent Belt
• Variable Speed Apron Chain and Cross Conveyor
• Either PTO or Tractor Hydraulic Drive
• Agricultural Ribbed Tires
• Load Retainer
Warranty Registration
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:
MILLCREEK WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Millcreek Manufacturing Company
2 Reservoir Rd
Honey Brook PA 19344
U.S.A.

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SECTION 3: OPERATION & ADJUSTMENT
Understanding Row Mulcher Operation
Proper and safe operation of the Millcreek row mulcher requires: (1) being familiar with the row
mulcher's operating components and (2) heeding all safety precations as stated in this manual.
The Row Mulcher Operating Controls
The row mulcher hydraulic models draw power from the tractor hydraulic remotes. For optimal operating
Performance, run the tractor at the throttle setting for hydraulic flow of 8 GPM and regulate ground speed
to no more than mph.
Key components for row mulcher operation and adjustment are:
• The flow control levers, located at the front (tractor end) of the row mulcher, allows you to adjust
the mulch feed rate and spread pattern.
Important Specifications for Row Mulcher Operation
CAUTION: Be aware that this row mulcher model has a specific capacity which must not
be exceeded to ensure safe and proper operation and to prevent equipment damage.
•Ensure that the tractor weight is at least equal to the weight of the loaded row mulcher.
For optimal operation, Millcreek recommends that the tractor have at least 2 hp and 8 GPM
Guidelines for Loading the Row Mulcher
• For safe and proper operation, DO NOT exceed the maximum payload of 3000 lbs for this
•ATTENTION: NEVER store material in the row mulcher between unloading times during
critical cold weather months when a frozen load could result in severe equipment damage
(i.e. torn floor apron chain).
• DO NOT store wet material in the row mulcher (or keep the row mulcher outdoors with material
in it)--doing so will accelerate rusting of the steel. Be aware that storing material in the row
mulcher also makes the material difficult to unload (i.e. it may solidify/harden).
hydraulic flow
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Tractor H draulic models draw their power directly from the tractor hydraulic system. For optimal operat-
ing performance, the h draulic oil flow of 8 gallons per minute (GPM) must be maintained. At 4
GPM, the spreader will still operate but at a slower speed.
PTO H draulic models include a hydraulic pump which draws power from the PTO drive line to run the
hydraulic motors. The PTO hydraulic pump is designed to provide 8 GPM with a PTO speed of 40 RPM.
Row Mulcher Operating Components
Row Mulcher operation is controlled, in combination, by four variables. The first three variables determine the
application rate. The fourth variable affects the spreading pattern.
(1) tractor ground speed (mph)
(2) apron belt speed (0 to 27 feet per minute)
(3) conveyor speed (0 to 1100 feet per minute)
(4) deflector positioning
The Dual H draulic Control Valves, located on the front of the Row Mulcher, provide separate control of
floor chain and cross conveyor speeds for maximum control and flexibility.
• The Left Control Valve controls the speed of the floor apron chain.
• The Right Control Valve controls the speed of the cross conveyor.
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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.
WARNING: Perform maintenance procedures and/or adjustments to the row mulcher ONLY
when the PTO is disengaged and the tractor engine is not running.
Failure to adhere to this caution could result in serious personal injury.
General Maintenance
Performing regular maintenance on you Millcreek Row Mulcher will help ensure optimal performance. Please
follow these guidelines for maintaining your mulcher:
• Clean the row mulcher after each use.
•ATTENTION: NEVER store material in the row mulcher between unloading times during critical
cold weather months when a frozen load could result in severe equipment damage (i.e. torn floor
apron chain). Storing wet material in the row mulcher (or keeping the mulcher outdoors with
material in it) will accelerate rusting of the steel.
• Check the row mulcher each time it is used for loose, bent, broken or missing parts.
ATTENTION: During operation, listen for abnormal sounds which might indicate loose
parts or other equipment damage. Correct any parts problems immediately
• (For PTO models only) Inspect the PTO safety shield and chain regularly to check the condition of the links;
replace the shield and chain as soon as weakness/breakage is noted.
• Once a year, grease the row mulcher's wheel hubs. For PTO drive models, also grease the PTO slide and
U-joints.

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Wheel/Tire Maintenance
• Once a month, check the wheel lug bolt torque. The recommended torque is 100 ft. lbs.
• Check the tires and maintain proper tire pressure:
• 40 PSI for Ag Rib Tires
ATTENTION: When storing the row mulcher for a period of time, block up the unit to
remove weight from the tires. Doing so helps to prevent any possible damage to the tires.
Wheel Bearing Maintenance
• Adjust the wheel hub bearings after 100 loads and once each season thereafter.
• Use a jack to raise the row mulcher to remove weight from the wheel.
CAUTION: Be sure to block up the row mulcher to prevent personal injury while
working on the wheels.
• Rotate the wheel and torque the wheel hub bearings to 2 ft. lbs.
• Back off the nut one flat, plus enough to install the cotter pin (1/6 turn min.,
1/3 turn max.)
Dri e System Maintenance
• Apply chain lube to the floor apron chain each time after completing a spreading job and before
storing the row mulcher for any period of time.
• Periodically check the apron chain and/or cross conveyor belt for proper tension/tightness
(refer to Figures 4A and 4B).
Procedure for adjusting the apron chain:
a) The apron chain can be adjusted using the apron tensioner bolts at the rear of the row
mulcher as shown in Figure 4A.
b) Adjust the apron tensioner bolts so 1/4 to 1/2 of the lower chain strand is laying on the
chain guides (steel channels in the apron floor).
Procedure for adjusting the cross conve or belt:
a) Use a 9/16 " wrench to loosen the mounting bolts on the cross conveyor tensioner bearings
(located at the front right corner of the row mulcher on either side of the cross conveyor
belt).
b) Refer to Figure 4B. Adjust the tensioner bolt to obtain the desired tension.
ATTENTION: Be sure to tighten the draw bolts equall on each side so the belt does
not droop or have any slack in it; the belt may be damaged if it is operated when misaligned.
Guidelines for Regular Maintenance (continued)

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Guidelines for Regular Maintenance (continued)
Figure 4A - Adjusting the Apron Chain Tension
Figure 4B - Cross Conve or Belt Tension Adjustment

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APPENDIX A: PARTS REFERENCE
The following information is provided for your reference in understanding how the row mulcher is
assembled and how spare parts can be identified and ordered properly
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 mulcher)
* Part number and description as it appears on the following drawings/parts lists
Model 304
Capacity, struck 3.3
Capacity, heaped 4.4
Maximum Payload 3000 lbs
Overall Width 55
Overall Length 15'
Loading Height 6'
Body Width 30
Lbs Weight 2100
Minimum GPM 8
Minimum Hp 25
Apron Chain #662 Pintle
General Specifications
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Item# Part# Qty Description
1 260788 1 SwivelHitch
2 215187 1 Jack
3 271108 1 Chassis
4 271104 1 BoxFrame
5 271103 1 CenterSupport
6 270231 2 CenterSupportBracket
7 271123 1 RightSide
8 271138 1 Front
9 271124 1 LeftSide
10 34191 27 3/8x3/4CarriageBolt
11 34392 31 3/8FlangeNut
12 34330 4 3/8x3/4FlangeBolt
13 34274 8 5/16x3/4CarriageBolt
14 34367 8 5/16FlangeNut
15 34262 1 3/4x6Bolt
16 34144 2 3/4Washer
17 34265 1 3/4NylonLockNut
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Wheel andHubAssembly
Figure A2 - Wheel and Hub Assembly Parts Detail
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