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EQUIPMENT CHECK
Equipment check should be made with the engine OFF and all
rotating parts stopped. Failure to comply could result in severe
personal injury or death.
1. Make sure that tool kit contains all the prescribed items. See TOOL KIT list in parts
section.
2. Inspect the slurry tank for foreign objects. See numbers 2 and 3 in IV. MAINTENANCE of
the HYDROSEEDER
®
SAFETY SUMMARY SECTION.
3. Check fuel level and fill if necessary.
4. Check the hydraulic oil level and fill to proper level if necessary. See HYDRAULIC
SYSTEM for oil specifications.
5. Check engine oil level and fill to proper level if necessary. For oil type refer to the engine
manual.
6. Check fluid level in radiator and fill to proper level if necessary.
7. Inspect air cleaner for dust and dirt; clean or replace if necessary.
8. Secure the tank drain cap on the slurry tank drain pipe.
9. Check to be certain all pump drain plugs are in place.
10. Verify that the suction line shut-off valve is completely open.
11. Engage (turn on) and disengage (turn off) pump clutch to determine if it snaps in and out.
12. Check nozzle for obstructions and clean as required.
13. Check pump discharge and recirculation valve handles for free movement.
14. Make sure all tank vents are clean and open. Do not plug or cap.
15. Lubricate equipment - See LUBRICATION AND FLUIDS CHART.
A. Each lubrication point is marked.
B. Check automatic pressure lubricator at pump. If the stem
is fully extended with thumb nut all the way up, then
automatic pressure lubricator contains lubricant. If not,
lubricant must be replaced by the following procedure:
a) Turn thumb nut clockwise until stem rises to maximum
height.
b) Remove cap and fill cap with sodium-(water soluble)
base grease. (FINN part number 000698). Do not use
lithium-base (chassis lube) grease.
c) Replace cap.
d) Turn thumb nut counterclockwise until the thumb nut
is at the top of the stem. The spring and pressure disc
in the lubricator forces the grease, under pressure, to
the pump seal.
When the thumb nut has moved down to within 1/2 in. (1.25 cm) of
touching the cap, re-service the automatic pressure lubricator.
Figure 3 – Automatic
Pressure Lubricator
THUMB NUT
STEM
CAP
GREASE
PRESSURE
DISK
SPRING
