Finn HydroSeeder T120, Parts And Operator'S Manual

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5. The driver of the carrying or towing vehicle is respon-
sible for the safety of the operator(s) of the machine.
Make sure the driver is aware and avoids all possible
hazards to the operator(s) of the machine, such as low
tree limbs, low power lines, etc. Vehicles on which
equipment is mounted or towed must be stopped and
started gradually. Avoid abrupt starts or stops. Never
operate on a slope or a hill that may endanger the dri-
ver and/or the operator(s). All personnel should
review and be familiar with stop/start signals between
the driver and operator(s) before going into operation.
Only the operator should be located on the platform
during operation.
6. Operator(s) of equipment
should never ride on the
machine at speeds of
greater than 5 MPH (8
kmh).
7. Never operate machine in
an enclosed area without
venting the engine exhaust
of both the equipment and
vehicle on which the equip-
ment is mounted. Deadly
carbon monoxide fumes
can accumulate.
8. Never operate this or any other machinery when
fatigued, tired, under the influence of alcohol, illegal
drugs or medication. You must be in good physical
condition and mentally alert to operate this machine.
9. Never modify the machine. Never remove any part of
the machine (except for service and then reinstall
before operating).
10. Use proper means (steps,
ladder) for mounting and
dismounting of the
machine. Never mount or
dismount a moving
machine.
III. SLURRY APPLICATION:
1. Do not aim discharge spray
toward power-lines, trans-
formers, or other high volt-
age electrical conductors.
Also do not aim discharge
spray towards people, ani-
mals or anything other than
the intended application
area.
2. Never engage the clutch
when both the recirculation
and discharge valves are
closed. Operation with both
valves closed will result in
extreme heat generation
that could cause severe
bodily injury and damage to
the equipment.
3. Recirculation valve must be open and material flowing
back into the tank when using the remote valve. A
closed or plugged recirculation line will cause extreme
heat in the pump or discharge lines which will result in
severe bodily injury and damage to the equipment.
4. During application through a hose, high pressure can
be exerted at the end of the hose. Hose holding per-
sonnel must establish good footing. The operator
should apply gradual pressure to the hose only after
hose holding personnel are firmly positioned and have
firm control of the hose. Additional personnel to direct
hose may be necessary if working on slopes. The
proper technique for hose holding personnel is to
firmly grasp the hose over the shoulder or under both
arms. Never hold the hose so it goes between the
legs. If the hose holding personnel finds that it is
uncomfortable for him to handle the hose by himself
additional hose holders should be positioned at the
end of the hose.
5. Plan application so that the furthest area is covered
first; working back toward the HydroSeeder ® , so that
the individuals are not walking back over slippery
ground.
6. Before opening any valves
or pipe clamps shut
machine down and check if
material in the pipe is hot. If
hot, do NOT open valve or
pipe clamps as the hot
material may cause severe
personal injury. Allow to
cool and open with caution.
7. Except when loading materials keep loading hatch lid
closed to protect operator and prevent splashing of
wet material onto the tank top.
8. Wash off spillage of slippery mulch or slurry additive
from the tank top and platform before operating equip-
ment.