Finn HydroSeeder T120, Parts And Operator'S Manual

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LOADING (For wood fiber mulch, if liming see page 19):
CAUTION: Take care not to lose pens, lighters, etc. from shirt pockets or
drop pieces of paper or plastic bags into the tank, as these might
plug the slurry system.
1. With clutch disengaged and agitator control in the neutral position, start engine and allow it to warm
up (See starting procedure page 12).
2. Start filling the unit with water. When water reaches the top of the agitator shaft, move agitator
control to full reverse position.
Fill the tank with water from any stream or pond using a fill pump. When filling from a pond
or stream be sure to use a suction strainer to filter out contaminants which could damage the
pump and unit. Other sources of water:
1. Any pressure source, eg. fire hydrant. This unit is supplied with a 6” air gap fill port
but it is necessary to consult with local authorities before using water main in order to
abide to all local ordinances.
2. Water tanker.
3. Piping System Cleanout Procedure (Purging Line):
A. Remove discharge nozzle and gasket from discharge boom.
B. Aim discharge boom assembly into an open area away from any persons, obstructions or high
voltage power lines.
C. Open discharge valve and close recirculation valve.
D. Increase engine speed to approximately 1/2 to 3/4.
E. Engage clutch with a firm snap. Do NOT slip clutch.
F. When discharge stream is clear, open recirculation valve and close discharge valve. After
recirculation stream is clear disengage clutch.
G. Replace gasket in discharge boom.
4. Continue filling tank with water.
5. Increase engine speed to full RPM.
6. Start loading dry material, loading the lightest material first. Agitator control should be in full
reverse for mixing.
A. Seed - Cut the seed bag and dump contents into the slurry tank. (When using inoculant, add
it in the tank along with the seed.) When using quick swelling seeds load them just prior to
application.
B. Wood Fiber Mulch - Empty the entire bag in or cut bag and drop in the sections of fiber. The
amount of mulch to be used should be loaded by the time the water level is at 3/4 full. If
agitator stalls or a high pitch squeal comes from the hydraulic system, reverse agitation to
forward for a moment to clear the obstruction, then return agitation to reverse.
CAUTION: Hydraulic system will overheat if agitator shaft is jammed for
extended period. This will damage hydraulic oil and system
components.
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