Finn HydroSeeder T120, Parts And Operator'S Manual

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RELOADING PROCEDURE:
1. Start at step 2 in loading procedure on page 15.
2. After last load of the day refer to the cleaning and maintenance section of the manual on pages 20-21.
LIMING WITH THE HydroSeeder
®
:
In using large concentrations of granular solids through the HydroSeeder
®
, it is advisable to keep the
slurry moving through the pump at all times. This keeps the solids from settling in the lines, and creating
a stoppage. This unit was designed for the application of agricultural grade lime only.
PROCEDURE:
1. With clutch disengaged and agitator control in neutral position, start engine and allow it to warm up
(see starting procedure on page 12)
2. Start filling the unit with water. When water reaches the top of the agitator shaft move agitator
control to approximately 1/2 speed reverse.
3. Open both the recirculation and discharge valves.
4. Remove the discharge nozzle and gasket from the discharge boom.
5. Aim the discharge boom assembly into an open area away from any persons, obstructions or high
voltage power lines.
6. Move the throttle to approximately 1/2 engine speed.
7. Engage the clutch, and move the throttle to full engine speed. A stream of water should be coming
from the end of the recirculation pipe beside the hatch opening, as well as from the boom.
8. As soon as both streams are clear, close the discharge valve and make sure water is being
recirculated back to the tank.
9. Decrease throttle to 3/4 speed. Increase agitator speed to full reverse. DO NOT DISENGAGE
CLUTCH!
10. 20 pounds of granular solids displaces approximately 1 gallon of water. When filling the tank with
water the volume of granular solids must be accounted for. For example; If using the maximum
recommended capacity of 2500 pounds for a T90, 125 gallons (2500 / 20) would have to be
subtracted from the total tank capacity (940 gallons - 125 gallons = 815 gallons). If 1000 pounds
of solids were used, 50 gallons (1000 / 20) would have to be subtracted (940 gallons - 50 gallons =
890 gallons). Using the T120 maximum recommended capacity of 3200 pounds, 160 gallons (3200
/ 20) would have to subtracted (1180 gallons - 160 gallons = 1020 gallons).
11. Fill the tank to the required capacity for the rate of granular solids to be applied.
12. Load the material (see “Loading” page 15, steps 5-8).
13. When ready to apply slurry, install gasket and nozzle into boom.
14. Move agitator control to 3/4 speed, forward.
15. With the clutch still engaged, open the discharge valve.
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