Muthing MU-COLLECT User manual

OPERATION MANUAL
MU-COLLECT / MU COLLECT Hydro
FROM PRODUCTION 2018
EDITION 11.2022
REFERENCE NUMBER MU-Collect_BA_18_EN_2022-11
EN | Original

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Müthing GmbH & Co. KG Soest
Am Silberg 23
59494 Soest
Germany

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delivery and handover of the machine including the operating manual and spare parts list, as well
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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.
I confirm additionally that I have read and understood the operating manual and am in agreement with the
information contained therein. This applies in particular to the chapter Safety.
Client
Machine
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Signature of client Signature and stamp of sales partner
Name First name
Address
Post code Town/city
Telephone Fax
E-mail Date
Machine MU- Serial number
Working width Gear-box
Rigid mount-
ing Non-rigid mounting
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struction Delivery date
Delivered by

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Table of contents
Table ofcontents
Handover declaration ................................ 3
Handover declaration – Copy ................... 5
About this operating manual .................... 8
Target group 8
Safety 8
Instruction 8
Other applicable documents 8
Symbols 9
Safety .......................................................... 10
For your safety 10
Warning signs 10
Definitions 13
Who is allowed to operate the machine? 13
Coupling 14
Centre of gravity 15
Road transport 17
Putting the machine into operation 17
Uncoupling the machine 19
Care and maintenance 19
Further regulations 20
Familiarising yourself with the machine . 21
Range of application of the machine 21
Features of the machine 22
Designation of components 23
Technical specifications 26
Delivery and assembly .............................. 30
Checking the scope of delivery 30
Fitting 30
MU-Collect adapter .................................... 31
Rigid implement triangles 31
Attachment kits 32
Coupling the machine ............................... 33
Coupling triangle 33
Two-point connection 34
Suction hose 35
Mechanical drive 36
Hydraulic drive 38
Preparation ................................................. 39
Blower unit 39
Cutting bar [+] 43
Mulching working depth 44
Scarifying working depth 45
Transport device [+] 46
Driving on the road .................................... 47
Transport position 47
Transport without coupling 47
Mulching ..................................................... 48
Task 48
After mulching 50
Scarifying ................................................... 51
Task 51
Cleaning and care ..................................... 52
Cleaning 52
Care 52
Parking and storage .................................. 53
Setting down the machine in a
secure position 53
Storing the machine 54
Maintenance ............................................... 55
For your safety 55
General information 56
Maintenance intervals and setting work 59
Lubricating work 60
PTO shaft 62
Transmission oil 63
Tools 64
Scarifying blade 66
V-belt 68
Runners 71
Accessory .................................................. 72
Wear insert 72
Cutting bar 72
Short chopping bar 72
Scarifying blade 72
Support wheels 73
Operating hours counter 73
Fault elimination ........................................ 74
Screw conveyor 76
Disposal of the machine ........................... 77
EU-conformity declaration ........................ 78
EC Directive
2006/42/EG 78
EC Directive
2006/42/EG 79
UK Declaration of Conformity .................. 80
UKCA 80
UKCA 81
Index ........................................................... 82

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About this operating manual
About this operating manual
Target group
This operating manual is intended for trained machine operators and
persons who are otherwise qualified to carry out landscape work and
who have received training in how to use this machine.
Safety
Familiariseyourself with the contents of this operating manualwhich are
relevant for your activity before commissioning or assembling the ma-
chine. Always read through the safety instructions in the chapter “Safe-
ty” and observe the warning information in the individual chapters. In
this way, you will achieve optimum work results and operational safety.
For the employer
Staff must be instructed in the safe handling of the machine before the
initial commissioning. Untrained or unauthorised persons are not per-
mitted to use the machine.
The following are included in this training:
•Checking that staff possess the necessary requirements for safely
handling the machine.
•Handing out the operating manual and the other relevant and appli-
cable documents or an intensive course of training which, in particu-
lar, includes the safe handling of the machine.
Regular instruction ses-
sions
Instruct your staff regularly, but at least once a year, concerning the ba-
sic procedural measures for safely handling the machine.
Instruction
You will receive training from your dealership concerning using the con-
trols, safe operation and care of the machine. Commissioning without
first receiving training is not permitted.
Other applicable
documents
In addition to the operating manual, other documents also form an inte-
gral part of the machine:
EU-conformity declaration Integral part of this operat-
ing manual
Chapter »EU-conform-
ity declaration«, Page 78
Spare parts list Integral part of the delivery
with this machine
PTO shaft operating manual Integral part of the delivery
with this machine
In case of a later conversion from mulch-
ing to operation with scarifying blades Certificate of the certified professional workshop
about the conversion
In the event of a later conversion from
scarifying to operation with mulching
tools
Certificate of the certified
professional workshop
about the conversion

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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
An arrow indicates a cross-reference to other sections of this manual
[+] A plus sign indicates an accessory that is not included in the stand-
ard version.
Pictograms
We have also used pictograms to help you find instructions more quick-
ly:
This symbol indicates information, tipsand instructions about operation.
This symbol indicates tips for assembly or adjustment work.
This symbol indicates examples that help you to understand the instruc-
tions better.
Parts in the text which refer to individual machines or to conditions have
a colored background. After the colored section, the text then applies
again to all machines. For example:
Only for MU-Farmer/S with pneumatic brake system
Connect hydraulic hoses
The warning triangle indicates warning information. Failure to ob-
serve these safety instructions can result in:
•Moderate to serious injury
•Fatal injury
You will find the warning information associated with individual oper-
ations, where it is important to observe the warning information be-
fore these operations are carried out.
You will also find safety instructions in the chapter »Safety« which
cannot be assigned to any particular operations, but increase your
ability to work safely in different situations.
This sign indicates important instructions regarding the machine.
Failure to observe these safety instructions can result in:
•Serious faults in the correct operation of the machine.
•Damage to the machine
Connect brake hoses

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Safety
Safety
For your safety
This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the
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
•To ensure the safety of the machine
Numerous risks can result from handling landscaping machines the
wrong way. Therefore, always work with particular care and never under
time pressure. Therefore, always work with particular care and never
under time pressure.
For the employer
Inform personnel working with the machine of these safety instructions
at regular intervals and according to statutory regulations.
Warning signs
On the machine you will find labels that serve to ensure your safety. The
labels must not be removed. If labels become illegible or begin to peel
off, new labels can be ordered and attached in the appropriate places.
STOP
AC 351057
AC 351057
On machines with
hydraulic drive