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Brush Mulcher MP348 and MP360

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Issue Date: August 2017

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Summary of Contents for MP348

Page 1: ...Brush Mulcher MP348 and MP360 OPERATOR S MANUAL Issue Date August 2017 ...

Page 2: ... OPERATION 10 4 1 Preparation For Use 10 4 2 Driveline Dimension 10 4 3 Pre Operation Check List 12 4 4 Machine Components 12 4 5 Attach Brush Mulcher 13 4 6 Detach Brush Mulcher 13 4 7 Transporting 14 4 8 Carbide Teeth Break In 14 4 9 First Time User Tips 15 4 10 Field Operation 15 5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 17 5 1 Maintenance 17 5 2 Inspections 17 5 3 Check Belt Tension 18 5 4 Replace Belt 19 5 5...

Page 3: ...ntenance and Troubleshooting information contained within the Operator s Manual This manual covers the Baumalight Brush Mulcher models MP348 and MP360 Use the Table of Contents as a guide to locate required information Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners Call your Baumalight dealer distributor or the factory if you need assistance information or ...

Page 4: ...or controlled by the design of the tool Care is required to ensure that the brush mulcher tool will not come across metallic objects stones or other materials Brush mulcher tools are not designed for use in hazardous atmospheres where there is a risk of fire or explosion due to flammable gases or vapors Use in hazardous explosive atmospheres is prohibited Serious injury or death of the operator or...

Page 5: ...s indicated by the following signal words DANGER DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE NOTICE Indicates a situati...

Page 6: ...re operation or transport WARNING Protect from flying debris Wear proper safety glasses goggles or a face shield to protect from flying debris Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on equipment safety signs Keep safety signs in good condition and replace missing or damaged safety signs New equipment components and repair parts must include the current safety decal Learn how to prop...

Page 7: ...forming heavy operations Keep load low and move at slow speeds on rough or uneven terrain Avoid Rollover The equipment may rollover resulting in death or serious injury To help prevent rollover Travel at a slow speed Avoid sharp turns sudden movement on slopes Carry loads close to the ground Avoid holes ditches and other obstructions which may cause equipment to rollover Balance load so weight is ...

Page 8: ... impairment or loss of hearing Wearasuitablehearingprotectivedevice such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises Hazards From Modifying Equipment Do not make any alterations to your brush mulcher Altering the equipment may cause unsafe conditions and may void the manufacturer s warranty Stay Clear Of Rotating Drive Lines WARNING Entanglement in a rotat...

Page 9: ...ht at 866 820 7603 before you weld cut drill holes or make any other modifications Always use Baumalight replacement parts WARNING Moving parts can crush and cut Keep clear of moving components Follow lockout procedure before servicing WARNING Crushing hazard Before performing inspections service or maintenance Park machine on firm level surface Engage parking brake Turn engine off and remove key ...

Page 10: ...3 SAFETY SIGNS B MTB 176 Safety Sign A MTB 178 Safety Sign Dashed line indicates item hidden from view unless cover is removed 8 ...

Page 11: ...E MTB 185 Safety Sign D MTB 175 Safety Sign C MTB 177 Safety Sign F MTB 179 Safety Sign 9 ...

Page 12: ...n body in line of impact 4 OPERATION 4 1 Preparation For Use 4 2 Driveline Dimension A PTO driveline is supplied with the machine To accompany the variety of 3 point hitch geometry available today the driveline can be too long for most machines or too short for others It is very important that the driveline be free to telescope but not to bottom out when going through its working range If the driv...

Page 13: ...nd metal cores d Use a file to remove burrs from edges that were cut e Assemble the 2 ends of the shaft f Make sure shaft can telescope freely If it does not separate the 2 parts and inspect for burrs or cuttings on shaft ends Be sure it telescopes freely before installing 11 ...

Page 14: ...e drive shaft are securely attached to the cover Each operation Verify the cutting tips on the rotor are tight Every 4 hours Check belt chamber Every 4 hours Check the oil in the brush mulcher s gearbox For type and quantity refer to the maintenance section Every 200 hours 4 3 Pre Operation Check List A Operators Manual Storage Tube B 3 Point Top Link C 3 Point Lift Points D Gear Box E Cutting Tee...

Page 15: ...in is locked on pin 6 Pull PTO collar back toward the mulcher Align splines on tractor PTO shaft and drive line by rotating mulcher drive line Push drive line onto PTO shaft until it snaps into place 7 Pull back on drive line to make sure it is locked on shaft 8 Attach safety shield chain 9 Adjust top link so that the brush mulcher lower frame is vertical to the ground 4 6 Detach Brush Mulcher WAR...

Page 16: ...her 4 7 Transporting During the first few hours of use avoid hitting stones as much as possible to allow the carbide teeth to wear slightly This can be done by keeping the cutting wheel above ground level Brand new carbide tips are razor sharp and can chip and shatter easily when they hit hard objects Once the razor sharpness has worn away the tips do not chip as easily Observing these precautions...

Page 17: ...wheel WARNING Wear an approved respirator N95 Type as a minimum Follow local state and federal regulations The health effects from exposure to wood dust are due to chemicals in the wood or chemical substances in the wood created by bacteria fungi or molds 4 9 First Time User Tips 4 10 Field Operation WARNING Entanglement in a rotating drive line can cause serious injury or death Keep tractor shiel...

Page 18: ...t the operator 2 Lower mulcher so skid plates are on ground 3 Set engine speed to low idle and engage mulcher 4 Slowly increase engine speed to high idle Verify mulcher is operating smoothly and start travel 5 If mulcher stalls stop movement slightly raise mulcher and allow rotor to regain speed Slow ground speed to prevent further stalling WARNING Moving parts can crush and cut Keep clear of movi...

Page 19: ...ions WARNING Prevent serious injury or death caused by unexpected movement 1 Park tractor on a level surface 2 Engage tractor park brake 3 Disengage PTO 4 Shut off engine and remove key WARNING Clean machine thoroughly before service or maintenance procedures The health effects from exposure to wood dust are due to chemicals in the wood or chemical substances in the wood created by bacteria fungi ...

Page 20: ...ct belt B for wear damage alignment and proper tension 5 Adjust tension and tighten belt idler bracket C 6 Belt deflection D should be 0 5 in 13 mm at 3 0 lbs of force for a used belt or 4 25 lbs of force for a new belt 7 Place a straight edge E on drive pulley and rotor pulley Pulleys must be aligned or belt will wear quickly Adjust pulleys if necessary 8 Close inspection cover A Do not operate m...

Page 21: ...If hub is stuck to shaft a puller may be required to remove hub from shaft 9 Install belt pulley and hub onto shaft 10 Install washer C and shaft bolt B Tighten bolt 5 4 Replace Belt 11 Align pulley holes with non threaded holes in hub F and install bolts D 12 Place a straight edge I on drive pulley and rotor pulley Pulleys must be aligned or belt will wear quickly Adjust pulley alignment as neces...

Page 22: ... Disk 120 Hp 1 000 rpm OEM Part Number 71R8121UCKR80V6 Dimension A 0 236 in 6 mm Dimension B 1 12 in 28 5 mm 4 Disk 165 Hp 1 000 rpm OEM Part Number CSHN086U2R100W8 Dimension A 0 275 in 7 mm Dimension B 1 14 in 29 mm Binacchi Drivehafts 2 Disk 68 Hp 540 rpm OEM Part Number B6140EA60255 B6N121USA60255 Dimension A 0 236 in 6 mm Dimension B 1 1 in 28 mm 4 Disk 80 Hp 540 rpm OEM Part Number B8N111USA6...

Page 23: ...be found on Baumalight s website www baumalight com Each tooth can be rotated up to two times before replacement is necessary 1 Park tractor and mulcher on a level surface 2 Lower mulcher to the ground 3 Shut off engine and remove key 4 Inspect teeth for wear on top edge Once top edge is worn rotate tooth so a new edge is on top cutting edge 5 Loosen inch locknut on tooth B and rotate tooth 1 3 tu...

Page 24: ...ight s website www baumalight com 5 8 Replace Tooth Holder 1 Park tractor and mulcher on a level surface 2 Lower mulcher to the ground 3 Shut off engine and remove key 4 Remove plug A Oil level should be 2 in 51 mm below plug hole Bend a piece of wire and insert into hole Remove wire to check oil level Add oil if low 5 Install plug 6 To change gearbox oil remove plug B to drain oil Dispose of used...

Page 25: ...power than the unit is rated for Model MP348 is rated for 25 45 hp input Model MP360 is rated for 30 50 hp input A bigger tractor can be used if it is idled down This will decrease the output power of the engine 3 Travel slower to de crease the strain on the clutch 4 Turn the flow control knob to a lower number 1 to reduce the strain on the slip clutch Be careful when tightening the tension settin...

Page 26: ...ware 5 Paint parts as necessary 6 Store PTO drive line off the ground 7 Refer to slip clutch manufacturers manual for storage procedures 7 1 Storing Mulcher 1 Review Operator s manual and check adjustments 2 Check gear box oil level Add oil as necessary See Service and Maintenance section 3 If parts have been replaced verify they run properly 4 Refer to slip clutch manufacturers manual for startup...

Page 27: ...tributor Only these locations are authorized to make repairs to the product or affect the replacement of defective parts which will be done at no charge within a reasonable time after the receipt of the product Units or parts should be returned at the customer s expense to the nearest repair location or Authorized Service Center Pack unit in a strong carton and pad tightly to avoid damage Damage i...

Page 28: ... 4575 Powell Rd Wallenstein Ontario Canada N0B 2S0 Phone 519 698 9864 Toll Free 866 820 7603 Fax 519 698 1087 www baumalight com For parts specifications and the latest machine information please visit our website www baumalight com 26 ...

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