Finn HydroSeeder T120, Parts And Operator'S Manual

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HYDROSEEDER
®
SAFETY SUMMARY SHEET
It is important that all operators of this machine are familiar with all of the safety aspects mentioned
below and have read the entire Operator’s Manual before operating the machine. Always keep a copy of this
manual with the machine. It is the responsibility of the operator of the machine to fully understand this safety
sheet. Remember that YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices protect not only you but also the
people working with and around you. Keep in mind that this safety sheet is written for this type of machine
only. Practice all other usual and customary safe working precautions; and above all, remember that safety is
up to you.
The FINN HydroSeeder® is designed to mix and apply water, seed, fertilizer, agricultural lime and
hydraulic mulch to the prepared seedbed. The resultant slurry from mixing one or more of the above
materials may react causing harmful or deadly gasses within the tank. Heat, evaporation or extended
emptying period can/will accelerate the formation of these gasses. Please contact your supplier(s) of these
slurry components regarding their potential reactivity.
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I. PRE-START EQUIPMENT CHECK (equipment
check is to be made with the engine off):
1. If you have a chassis mounted unit, check devices
securing HydroSeeder® to the truck or trailer frame.
2. If HydroSeeder® is a trailer
unit, check hitch and hitch
bolts, safety chains, lights,
brakes and breakaway
switch. Verify that the hitch
ball is the correct size for
the coupler. Use only a
25000 lb. rated 2-5/16” ball.
3. Make sure loading hatch bag cutter is in place and
secure.
4. Check that all guard railing is in place and secure.
5. Verify that all guards are in place.
6. With the ignition switch on, verify that the signal horn
is operating correctly.
7. By carefully looking down through the loading hatch,
inspect the slurry tank for foreign objects. Never enter
the tank without following the procedures described in
#3 of the Maintenance section in this sheet.
8. Remove unnecessary objects (or material) from the
tank top.
9. Make sure no one is working on or inside the machine.
Signal “All Clear” before starting the engine.
10. Inspect all hydraulic hoses for cracks, bulges or
damage. If hoses are bad replace immediately.
11. Inspect all discharge hoses for cracks, bulges or
damage. If hoses are bad replace immediately.
II. MACHINE OPERATION:
1. Always wear safety goggles
when operating the
machine. Other safety
attire such as safety shoes,
ear protection, gloves, hard
hats, dust masks, etc.
should be worn as required
by warning decals on
machine, operator’s manu-
als or job site requirements. Remove rings, watches,
etc. Avoid loose fitting clothing that may get caught in
rotating machinery.
2. Do not operate the machine
without all guards in place.
3. Do not load unit while in
transit. Load only when
parked and unit is as level
as possible. Take care not
to drop pens, lighters, etc.
or pieces of paper or plastic
bags into the tank, as these
objects might plug the slurry
system. Should any object be dropped into the tank,
do NOT reach into the tank to retrieve the foreign
object. See #3 under Maintenance before allowing
any personnel to enter the tank.
4. Make sure area to be sprayed is clear of all persons,
animals, etc.