Millcreek 406 User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MILLCREEK ROW MULCHER MODELS:
406, 706, 588 (PTO mechanical)
PUBLICATION DATE: 4/15/04, Rev. 1 MILLCREEK PART # 43802
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. Failure to follow
all safety precautions as stated in these manuals may result in serious personal injury
or death.
Millcreek Manufacturing Company
525 Reservoir Road
Honey Brook, PA 19344
Phone: [phone]
www.millcreekspreaders.com

WARRANTY INFORMATION
TRADEMARKS
The Millcreek logo is a trademark of the Millcreek Manufacturing Company. All other brand or product names
mentionedaretheregisteredtrademarksortrademarksoftheirrespectiveowners.
COPYRIGHT
Copyright © 2004 Millcreek Manufacturing Company. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced,ordistributedwithoutthepriorwrittenpermissionofMillcreekManufacturingCompany,
34 Zimmerman Road, Leola, PA 17540. Subject to change without notice.
Millcreek Manufacturing Company (hereinafter called the Company) warrants to the original Purchaser, the
Equipment, manufactured by the Company, to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal
use and service. The Company obligation under this Warranty shall be limited to replacement or repair of any
partsthereof,freeofcharge,totheoriginalPurchaserprovided,however,thatthepart(s)tobereplacedorrepaired,
shall,withinoneyearafterdeliveryto theoriginalPurchaser,bedemonstrated tobedefective;whichdetermination
shall be made by the Company. The said components or parts must be returned through the Selling Dealer or
Distributor directly to the Company with all transportation charges prepaid. Notice of defect shall be furnished in
writing to the Seller and to the agent through whom the machinery was purchased, disclosing in full all known
defects and failure in operation and use. Reasonable time shall be given to the Seller to remedy any such defects
andfailures.
This Warranty does not cover, under any circumstances, any parts, components, or materials which, in the opinion
of the Seller and the Company, have been subjected to neglect, misuse, alteration, accident, or repaired with parts
other than those manufactured by and obtained from Millcreek Manufacturing Company.
This Warranty does not cover components which are already covered by a separate warranty provided by the
supplier of said parts or components.
This Warranty is made in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including any warranty of
merchantability and fitness for use and purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities on the Company
part and any implied warranty. The Company neither assumes nor authorizes any other person to assume
for it, any other liability in connection with the sale of this equipment. This Warranty shall not apply to
this equipment or to any part thereof which has been subjected to accident, negligence, alteration, abuse,
or misuse.
The Company makes no warranty whatsoever in respect to accessories or parts not supplied by the Company.
The term "original Purchaser," as used in this Warranty, shall be deemed to mean that person for whom the
equipment is originally supplied. This Warranty shall apply only within the boundaries of the continental United
States.
Under this Warranty, the Company cannot guarantee that conditions existing beyond its control will not affect the
Company's ability to obtain materials or manufacture necessary replacement parts.
The Company reserves the right to make design changes, or changes in specifications at any time, without any
contingent obligation on the part of the Company to purchasers of machines and parts previously sold.
TheCompanywarrantstheconstructionoftheequipmentsold herein and will replace attheCompany'sexpensefor
aperiodofoneyearfromthe date hereof, any parts whichprovedefectiveasdeterminedunderthe terms of this
LimitedWarranty.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ................................................................................... 1-1
GuidetothisManual ..........................................................................................................1-1
ForYourSafety... ..............................................................................................................1-1
SafetyLabels ..............................................................................................................1-2
InspectionandWarrantyRegistration..................................................................................1-5
Standard/OptionalComponents ...................................................................................1-5
WarrantyRegistration ..................................................................................................1-5
SECTION 2: ATTACHING THE ROW MULCHER TO THE TRACTOR .................... 2-1
ConnectingtheRowMulcherHitch totheTractorDrawbar ...............................................2-1
AttachingtheRowMulcherPTOtotheTractorPTO .........................................................2-2
AssemblingtheSafetyTowChain.......................................................................................2-2
SECTION 3: OPERATION & ADJUSTMENT ............................................................. 3-1
UnderstandingRowMulcherOperation ..............................................................................3-1
TheRowMulcherOperatingComponents ...................................................................3-1
ImportantSpecificationsforRowMulcherOperation ...................................................3-1
GuidelinesforLoadingtheRowMulcher......................................................................3-2
OperatingtheRowMulcher ...............................................................................................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
DriveSystemMaintenance ..........................................................................................4-2
ProceduresforRowMulcherAdjustmentand/orRepair .....................................................4-4
ReplacingtheShearPins..............................................................................................4-4
AdjustingtheSlipClutch..............................................................................................4-5
APPENDIX A: PARTS REFERENCE .........................................................................A-1
PartsOrderingInformation ................................................................................................ A-1
RowMulcherSpecifications .............................................................................................. A-1
MainFrameandChassisAssembly ................................................................................... A-2
TireandWheelAssembly.................................................................................................. A-4
MainDrive(Gearbox)Assembly ....................................................................................... A-6
DriveChainAssembly ....................................................................................................... A-8
ApronSprocket/ClutchAssemblies(FrontandRear)..................................................... A-10
ConveyorDrive/ChainAssembly ................................................................................... A-12
ShifterLeverAssembly ................................................................................................... A-14
ApronChain/FloorAssembly ........................................................................................ A-16
SideandRearPanelAssemblies ...................................................................................... A-18
ConveyorFrameandBeltAssembly................................................................................ A-20

APPENDIX A: PARTS REFERENCE (continued)..........................................................
SafetyShields ................................................................................................................. A-22
PTOShaftAssembly....................................................................................................... A-24
CrankcaseAssembly....................................................................................................... A-26
APPENDIX B: ROW MULCHER OPTIONS PARTS REFERENCE...........................B-1
ManualMeteringGate....................................................................................................... B-2
LoadRetainer ................................................................................................................... B-4
SpillGuard........................................................................................................................ B-5
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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.
NOTE: ProceduresprovidedinthismanualapplytoallPTOmechanicalrowmulchermodels unless
specificallynotedotherwise.
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 carefully--including the important safety information found in
this section--before beginning any 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
operation.

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For Your Safety... (continued)
In addition to observing the specific precautions listed throughout the manual, the following general
precautions apply and must be heeded to ensure proper, safe operation.
WARNING: Keep hands and feet from under the equipment at all times. Ensure that you are
safely distanced from any other persons before operating the row mulcher.
WARNING: DO NOT attempt to operate the row mulcher in areas with steep inclines, ditches,
large rocks, stumps, or holes which may endanger the operator by upsetting the tractor or cause
damage to the row mulcher.
WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury and to promote safe equipment operation, keep
all shields in place during operation. Ensure that all mounting hardware is properly tightened.
WARNING: Never clean, adjust, or repair the row mulcher while the equipment/tractor is in
motion. Never attempt to pull material from any part of the equipment while it is in motion.
WARNING: On PTO units, DO NOT get off the tractor while the tractor PTO is engaged.
Make sure the PTO shield safety chains are properly attached.
WARNING: Never wear loose clothing when operating the row mulcher as it may become
caught in the moving parts of the machine.
WARNING: Never allow children or anyone else to ride on the row mulcher.
ATTENTION: For proper and safe operation of the spreader, periodically inspect all parts for
excessive wear. Replace worn components with factory-authorized parts.
ATTENTION: To prevent the hitch from coming disconnected during operation, use the proper size
hitch pin with a safety cotter at all times.
ATTENTION: Be sure to use a safety chain when traveling with the row mulcher on a public roadway.
Safety Labels
Following are the locations and descriptions of all labels on the row mulcher; refer to Figure 1A. Please
note that some labels denote model number, model description, etc. while others contain important
safety messages.
Each Safety Label contains an important safety message starting with a key word as discussed earlier in
this section (e.g. ATTENTION, CAUTION, WARNING, DANGER). For your safety and the safe
operation of your equipment, review all labels and heed all safety messages as printed on the labels.
Be sure to keep the safety labels clean and readable. If the labels ever become damaged or illegible,
contact your Millcreek dealer for replacements.

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42794
42756
42794
42792
42730
42710
42717
42772
42778
42719
42722
Inside Shield
42721
42717
I-86209-A
42772
42756
2x 42708
Under Shield
42792
42730
Model Number
406 42736
580 42738
706 42737
42756
Under Shield
Safety Labels (continued)
For your safety, be sure to locate all safety labels and review their content before proceeding with
operating the row mulcher!
Figure 1A - Row Mulcher Safety Label Locations
Row Mulcher Safety Labels
LabelPart# Description
42719 DANGER-RotatingPTODriveline,Keepshieldsinplace
42792 DANGER- NO riders
42710 WARNING-FlyingDebris
42756 WARNING-Entanglement,DoNOToperatewithoutshields
42772 WARNING-Spreadercombinationsafetylabel-movingparts,readmanual
42794 SMV(SlowMovingVehicle)Sign
42708 50-LoadLubeLabel
42717 MillcreekRowMulcherLabel
42721 OperatingSpeedLabel
42722 ApronSpeed/SprocketSelectionLabel
42730 MillcreekLogoLabel
42778 MillcreekLogoLabel
42736 Model/SerialNumberLabel(406)
42737 Model/SerialNumberLabel(706)
42738 Model/SerialNumberLabel(588)

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Safety Labels (continued)
NO RIDERS
42792
DO NOT STAND in back of machine
while engine is running and/or machine
is operating. Rotating beaters and/or
flying debris can cause serious personal
injury or death.
Approach the rear of the maching ONLY
when all power sources are shut OFF and
all moving parts have stopped. 42710
Entanglement / Flying Debris
Hazards.
Entanglement Hazard.
DO NOT OPERATE without
safety shield in place. Moving
parts can crush and cut.
42756
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.
Never adjust, lubricate, or clean machine while
engine is running and/or machine is operating.
Never operate machine without safety shields in
place.
Read and understand operator's manual and
safety labels before operating or servicing the
machine.
Failure to follow these warnings may result in
serious injury or death.

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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 completely assembled with the following components (standard):
• CrossConveyorCrescentBelt
• VariableSpeedApronChainConveyor
• Mechanical Drive
• Tires: Ag RibTypeforModel406
AirplaneTypeforModels588,706
Ifyourrowmulcherhasbeenshippedwithoptionalcomponents,ensurethatyouhavereceived
everythingasordered.
Optionalcomponentsinclude:
• ManualMeteringGate
• FineMaterialsApronChain
• CleatedCrossConveyorBelt
• Load Retainer
• Spill Guard
• Tandem Axle
• SafetyTowChain(user-installed;instructionsprovidedinSection2)
NOTE: Asordered,alloptionalcomponents,exceptthesafetytowchain,arefactoryinstalled.
Warranty Registration
Followinginspectionofyournewspreader,locatetheMillcreekWarrantyCardintheliteraturepacket
shippedwithyourspreader. Forproperwarrantyregistration,Millcreekrequiresthatyoufilloutthewarranty
registrationcardandreturnitwithin30daysto:
MILLCREEK WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Millcreek Manufacturing Company
34 Zimmerman Road
Leola, PA 17540
U.S.A.

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SECTION 2: ATTACHING THE ROW MULCHER
TO THE TRACTOR
Figure 2A - Specifications for Connecting the Row Mulcher to the Tractor Drawbar
WARNING: For safe operation, connect the row mulcher directly to the tractor drawbar;
DO NOT connect the row mulcher to a three-point hitch.
The row mulcher hitch is designed to work with a standardized tractor drawbar. To connect the row
mulcher hitch to the tractor drawbar, refer to Figure 2A and adhere to the following guidelines:
• Extend or shorten the tractor drawbar to obtain the horizontal distance from the end of the
tractor power take-off (PTO) shaft to the center of the hitch pin hole (as shown in Figure 2A).
• Locatethejack,whichisstoredalongthesideoftherowmulcherbox. Usethejackto
adjust the height of the row mulcher hitch so it matches the height of the tractor drawbar.
• Back the tractor into the hitch until the holes line up.
• Fasten the row mulcher hitch to the drawbar with a hitch pin that fits securely (i.e. so that it
will not come out during operation).
• Remove the weight from the jack by lowering the row mulcher hitch on the drawbar.
• Returnthejacktoitsstoragebracketonthesideoftherowmulcherbox.
ATTENTION: DO NOT store the jack by swinging it alongside the hitch; doing so allows
the handle to hang down and drag on the ground, which may hinder safe and proper
operation.
WARNING: Damage to the row mulcher or other vehicle, as well as injury to the operator,
may occur if a properly-sized (1" diameter) hitch pin is not installed as recommended. Secure
the hitch pin with the clip as shown.
Connecting the Row Mulcher Hitch to the Tractor Drawbar
ATTENTION: An improperly
located hitch point may cause
damage to the universal joints of
the PTO. The recommended
length of the PTO shaft should
range from 35.83 to 51.42 inches
center to center of the "U" joints.

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QUICK LINK
I-86200-A
PTO CHAIN LINK
Attaching the Row Mulcher PTO to the Tractor PTO
Assembling the Safety Tow Chain
NOTE: The safety tow chain may be ordered as an optional component for the row mulcher and
must be used if the row mulcher is to be moved any time on a public roadway. Be sure to adhere to all
local/state transportation codes for travel on public roadways with this type of equipment.
WARNING: DO NOT tow the row mulcher (loaded for operation) at highway speeds;
doing so may cause the tires to overheat and/or loss of control.
1. AlignthePTOsplinesontherowmulcherwiththePTOsplinesonthetractor.
2. PullbacktheslidecollaronthePTOyoke,andslidetherowmulcherPTOassemblyontothe
tractorPTOshaft. BesuretheslidecollarsnapsforwardtoindicatethatthePTOshaftis
properly secured.
ATTENTION: DONOTtransporttherowmulcherwithouthavingthePTOshaftsecured.
3. RefertoFigure2B. FastenthePTOsafetychaintothelinkontherowmulchertopreventrotationof
thesafetyshieldduringoperation.
WARNING: Failure to secure the PTO safety chain will allow the safety shield to rotate.
Operating the row mulcher without the safety shield in proper position may result in serious
personal injury or death.
Figure 2B - Attaching the Safety Chains
1. RefertoFigure2Bforanillustrationof
thehook-upofthesafetychains(oneon
eachside).
2. Unscrewthequicklinknuts(oneon
each side).
3. Insert the chain link into the quick
link as shown (one on each side) and
retighten the quick link nuts to keep
the chains from slipping out.
4. Hook the other ends of the chains to
the appropriate anchor holes on the
vehicle hitch.
WARNING: For the safety chains
to be effective, the installation of the
chains should not allow more slack than is
necessary for movement during row mulcher
operation. Inspect the safety chains regularly
to check the condition of the links and
locking/hooking mechanisms; replace the
chains as soon as weakness/breakage is noted.
(oneoneachsidefor
safetytowchain)

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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'soperatingcomponentsand(2)heedingallsafetyprecautionsasstatedinthismanual.
The Row Mulcher Operating Components
The row mulcher mechanical drive/PTO models draw power from the tractor PTO. For optimal
operating performance, run the tractor at the throttle setting for standard PTO speed of 540 rpm and
regulate ground speed to no more than 5 mph.
Key components for row mulcher operation and adjustment are:
• The Shifter Rod, located at the front (tractor end) of the row mulcher, allows you to select
theapronfeedrate(i.e.howquicklythematerialmovesdowntheapronbed-Fast/Neutral/Slow).
NOTE: Thelengthandheightoftheshifterrodcanbehorizontallyandverticallyadjustedtomake
iteasierforthetractoroperatortocontrol. RefertotherelatedShifterLeverPartsAssembly
drawinginAppendixAforadetailedviewoftheassociatedhardwareforadjustment.
• TheApronSpeedAdjustment,locatedunderthefrontshield,allowsyoutofurtheradjustthefeed
ratebychangingthepositionofthechainbetweenfourdifferentsprockets.
• TheDeflectors(4)ontheendoftherowmulchercrossconveyorcanbeindividuallyadjustedto
setthedesiredspreadingpattern.
Important Specifications for Row Mulcher Operation
CAUTION: Beawarethateachrowmulchermodelhasaspecificcapacitywhichmustnotbe
exceededforsafeandproperoperationandtopreventequipmentdamage. Reviewthebasic
specificationsforeachrowmulchermodelasshowninFigure3A.
Figure 3A - Specifications for Row Mulcher Load Capacity

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Operating the Row Mulcher
WARNING! Before proceeding with operation of the row mulcher, review all
safety statements as provided in Section 1 of this manual.
WARNING: DO NOT attempt to make any adjustments to the row mulcher with the tractor
and/or PTO running. Doing so could cause serious personal injury.
NOTE: By definition, the left and right sides of the row mulcher are determined while sitting on the
tractorseat.
NOTE: Iftheshifterrodisdifficulttomovewhenoperatingtherowmulcher,lubricatethejawclutchandshift
detentwithalightoil.
1. Movetheshifterrodtotheproperpositionforthedesiredfeedrate. RefertoFigure3Bforadditional
relatedinformationonsettingthesprocketsforslowerorfasterspeeds.
• Pullingtheshifterrodforward(awayfromtherowmulcher)enablesaslowerfeedrate.
• Notethatneutralpositionisachievedbysettingtheshifterrodinthemiddle(i.e.inbetween
theforward/backpositions).
• Pushingtheshifterrodback(towardstherowmulcher)enablesthefastestfeedrate;thisspeed
ismostoftenusedfor"cleaningout"therowmulchertowardstheendofarun.
NOTE: Thefastersettingincreasesthespeedofthemainapronchainwhichdeliversmoremulchto
thecrossconveyorbelt. Theslowersettingcausestheapronchaintorunslower,deliveringless
producttothecrossconveyorbelt.
•Ensure that the tractor weight is at least equal to the weight of the loaded row mulcher.
For optimal operation, Millcreek recommends the following specifications for tractors:
• For Row Mulcher Model 406, use a tractor of at least 30 HP (PTO).
• ForRow MulcherModels 588 and706, use a tractor ofat least 50HP (PTO).
Guidelines for Loading the Row Mulcher
• For safe and proper operation, DO NOT exceed the maximum payload for each row mulcher
model: MODEL MAX. PAYLOAD (LBS.)
406 4,000
588 6,000
706 7,500
• Millcreek recommends that you load the row mulcher from the front toward the back to
facilitateeasierunloading.
•ATTENTION: NEVERstoremulchintherowmulcherbetweenunloadingtimesduring
criticalcoldweathermonthswhenafrozenloadcouldresultinsevereequipmentdamage
(i.e.tornfloorapronchain).
• DONOTstorewetmulchintherowmulcher(orkeepthemulcheroutdoorswithmulch
init)--doingsowillacceleraterustingofthesteel. Beawarethatstoringmaterialintherow
mulcheralsomakesthematerialdifficulttounload(i.e.itmaysolidify/harden).
Important Specifications for Row Mulcher Operation (continued)

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2. Ifdesired,additionalfeedratespeedadjustmentmaybeachievedbychangingtheaprondrivechain
between four different sprockets as shown in Figure 3B.
(a) Toaccessthedrivechainandsprockets,openthefrontshielddoors.
(b) Pushtheleverhandledownwardtoreleasetensiononthechain. Thiswillallowenoughslackin
thechainsothesprocket(s)canbemovedintothedesiredposition(s).
(c) RefertoFigure3Bforspeedratesforeachchainposition(asitrelatestoeachsprocket).
In general, if the chain is positioned on the smaller sprockets, the mulcher will dispense
mulch at slower speeds. If the chain is positioned on the larger sprockets, the mulcher
will dispense mulch at a faster rate.
(d) Afterthedesiredsprocketpositionisachieved,releasetheleverhandletotightentheapron
chainandclosethefrontshielddoors.
Operating the Row Mulcher (continued)
NOTE: Thelengthandheightoftheshifterrodcanbehorizontallyandverticallyadjustedto
suittheoperator;refertotheShifterLeverAssemblyPartsDetailinAppendixAatthebackofthis
manual.
• Toadjusttheheightoftheshifterrod,loosenthethreeboltsthatholdtheouterandinnershifter
leverstogether. Slidetheboltsinthebracketslotstothedesiredposition,andre-tighten.
• Tolengthentheshifterrod,loosenthesetscrewthatholdstheadjustableextensionintheouter
lever. Slidetheextensionpieceoutwardorinwardtothedesiredposition;re-tightentheset
screw.
B
C
SLOW
D
FAST
FAST SLOW
SLOW C
D
B
A
FAST
FAST
FAST C
B
A
SLOW
SLOW
C
SLOW
FAST
FAST
FAST D
B
C
SLOW
SLOW B
A
Figure3B-AdjustingtheSprocket/ChainPositionforSpeedControl

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Operating the Row Mulcher (continued)
3. Beforestartup,checktheoillevelinthegearbox. Ifnecessary,fillthegearboxwith85W-90/GL-5
gearoiluptotheoillevelplug.
4. Afteralladjustmentsforoperationarecomplete,ensurethatallbolts/nutshavebeenproperly
tightenedandallsafetyshieldsreplaced.
5. Ifyourrowmulcherisoutfittedwithanoptionalendgate,ensurethatthegateisOPENbeforestarting
therowmulcherforoperation.
6. StarttherowmulcherbyengagingthetractorPTO. Forbestresults,runthetractoratthethrottle
settingforstandardPTOspeedof540RPMandregulategroundspeedaccordinglyforthedesired
application.

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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: Performmaintenanceproceduresand/oradjustmentstotherowmulcherONLY
when the PTO is disengaged and the tractor engine and/or row mulcher engine is not running.
Failuretoadheretothiscautioncouldresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
General Maintenance
PerformingregularmaintenanceonyouMillcreekRowMulcherwillhelpensureoptimalperformance. Please
followtheseguidelinesformaintainingyourmulcher:
• Clean the row mulcher after each use.
•ATTENTION: NEVERstoremulchintherowmulcherbetweenunloadingtimesduringcritical
coldweathermonthswhenafrozenloadcouldresultinsevereequipmentdamage(i.e.tornfloor
apronchain). Storingwetmulchintherowmulcher(orkeepingthemulcheroutdoorswith
mulch 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; expanded parts
views of all row mulcher assemblies are provided in the Appendixes at the back of this
manual.
• InspectthePTOsafetyshieldandchainregularlytochecktheconditionofthelinks;replacethe
shieldandchainassoonasweakness/breakageisnoted.
• Greasethelubefittingsmarkedwiththeyellow"50LOAD"labelevery50loads. Allotherlube
fittings should be greased once a year with approximately 1/2 pump of a manual grease gun.
ATTENTION: All lube fittings are SAE standard. Lubricate non-sealed fittings until grease
beginstoseepfromthefitting. DONOTlubricateoroilthebushings--theyareoilimpregnated.
(Oilwillcollectdustanddirt,causingthebushingtowearfaster.) Worngreasefittingsthat
will not hold the gun and/or fittings with a stuck check ball must be replaced.
• Onceayear,greasethefollowingrowmulchercomponents: PTOslide,U-joint,wheelhubs.
• Iftheshifterrodeverbecomesdifficulttomove,greasethejawclutchandshiftdetentwithalight
oil.

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Wheel/Tire Maintenance
• Onceamonth,checkthewheellugbolttorque. Therecommendedtorqueis120ft.lbs.
• Checkthetiresandmaintainpropertirepressure:
• 40PSIforAgRibTires
• 80PSIforAirplaneTires
ATTENTION: Whenstoringtherowmulcherfora periodoftime,blockuptheunitto
removeweightfromthetires. Doingsohelpstopreventanypossibledamagetothetires.
Wheel Bearing Maintenance
• Adjustthewheelhubbearingsafter100loadsandonceeachseasonthereafter.
• Useajacktoraisetherowmulchertoremoveweightfromthewheel.
CAUTION: Besuretoblockuptherowmulchertopreventpersonalinjurywhile
workingonthewheels.
• Rotatethewheelandtorquethewheelhubbearingsto25ft.lbs.
• Backoffthenutoneflat,plusenoughtoinstallthecotterpin(1/6turnmin.,
1/3turnmax.)
Drive System Maintenance
• Periodicallychecktheoillevelinthegearbox. Ifnecessary,fillthegearboxtotheoillevel
plugonfrontofthegearboxwith85W-90/GL-5gearoil.
• Applychainlubetothefloorapronchaineachtimeaftercompletingaspreadingjobandbefore
storingtherowmulcherforanyperiodoftime.
• Periodicallychecktheapronchainand/orcrossconveyorbeltforpropertension/tightness
(refertoFigures4Aand4B).
Procedureforadjustingtheapronchain:
a) Theapronchaincanbeadjustedusingtheaprontensionerboltsattherearoftherow
mulcherasshowninFigure4A.
b) Adjusttheaprontensionerboltsso1/4to1/2ofthelowerchainstrandislayingonthe
chainguides(steelchannelsintheapronfloor).
Procedureforadjustingthecrossconveyorbelt:
a) Usea3/4"wrenchtoloosenthemountingboltsonthecrossconveyortensionerbearings
(locatedatthefrontrightcorneroftherowmulcheroneithersideofthecrossconveyor
belt).
b) RefertoFigure4B. Adjustthetensionerbolttoobtainthedesiredtension.
ATTENTION: Besure totighten thedraw boltsequallyoneachsideso thebelt does
notdrooporhaveanyslackinit;thebeltmaybedamagedifitisoperatedwhenmisaligned.
Guidelines for Regular Maintenance (continued)