Finn HydroSeeder T120, Parts And Operator'S Manual

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TROUBLE SHOOTING YOUR HydroSeeder
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(continued):
Problem Probable Causes Suggested Solutions
PUMP:
Excessive wear. Fertilizer with highly Change fertilizer. Avoid abrasive
abrasive filler. fillers.
Overloading machine with Load machine to recommended
dry material. capacities.
Too much time allowed After loading and mixing has been
between loading and completed, set agitator at 1/2 speed
discharging. in reverse and disengage pump.
Recirculating all the Close recirculation valve when
time. discharging through the boom.
Will not turn. Frozen. Warm housing to melt ice.
Jammed with fertilizer or Remove cover and clean interior.
lime.
Impeller rusted to suction Pull cover and remove rust.
cover plate.
CAUTION: Do not turn the shaft backwards with a pipe wrench - this will
unscrew the impeller from the shaft. Consequently, when clutch
is engaged, the impeller will screw onto the shaft with such
force, great enough to break the impeller.
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