Fast 8300, Operation Manual

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8300 Liquid Fertilizer Applicator 30 FAST AG Solutions
8. Do not allow riders on machine or tractor.
9. During periods of limited visibility, use pilot vehi-
cles and use extra lights on machine.
10. Always use hazard flashers on tractor and appli-
cator when transporting unless prohibited by law.
3.11 Storage
Store unit in an area away from human activity.
Do not permit children to play on or around
stored applicator.
3.11.1 Placing In Storage
At end of season, thoroughly inspect and prepare
applicator for storage. Repair or replace any worn or
damaged components to prevent any unnecessary
down time at beginning of next season.
1. Empty remaining liquid from tank.
2. Open liquid line connections, screen canister and
pump. Drain all fluids out of system. Reinstall all
plugs.
3. Use 10 gallons Marine RV Anti freeze, pump
through screens, valve, nozzles/check valves and
orifices/tips.
4. Thoroughly wash machine using a pressure
washer to remove all dirt, mud, debris or residue
to protect against corrosion.
5. Lubricate all grease points. Make sure all grease
cavities have been filled with grease to remove
any water residue from washing.
6. Inspect all hydraulic hoses, couplers and fittings.
Tighten any loose fittings. Replace any hose that
is damaged or separating from crimped end of a
fitting.
7. Inspect all liquid lines and connections. Tighten
any loose fittings. Replace any line that is cut,
nicked or abraded.
8. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent
rusting.
9. Fold flip wings and outer wings to transport config-
uration.
10. Install transport brace or cylinder stops on main lift
cylinders. Lower machine onto cylinder stops.
11. Move machine to a storage position.
12. Select an area that is dry, level and free of debris.
13. Place planks under jack for added support if
required.
14. Place tractor remote levers in float to relieve
hydraulic pressure and unhook applicator from
tractor.
3.11.2 Removing From Storage
1. Clear area of bystanders, especially small chil-
dren, and remove foreign objects from machine
and working area.
2. Attach tractor to applicator.
3. Check
A. Attach and secure all liquid lines.
B. Coulters and nozzles.
C. All hardware. Tighten as required.
D. Tire pressure.
E. All hydraulic lines, fittings and connections.
Tighten as required.
4. Lubricate all grease fittings.
5. Replace any defective parts.
6. Turn pump metering system momentarily.
7. Make sure it turns freely.
8. Add a small amount of liquid to tank. Turn meter-
ing pump on momentarily and check that liquid
comes out of each nozzle.
9. Follow pre-operation checklist (Section 3.4) before
using.