Finn HydroSeeder T170 SSA, Parts And Operator'S Manual

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C. Fertilizer - Stand over hatch opening and drop the bag onto the bag cutter. Grasp both ends of the
bag and dump material.
D. All other additives - Consult with manufacturer for proper loading technique.
7. When all materials are loaded and in suspension, and the tank is full, move the agitator to neutral then
full speed forward to insure all material is mixed. It may be necessary to change the agitator direction
more than once to insure a thorough mixture.
8. After material is thoroughly mixed, slow agitator in forward direction to 1/2 to 3/4 speed or enough to
create movement in all of the corners of the tank. Do not over agitate the slurry. Always discharge
the material with the agitator control in forward position.
9. Close the hatch lid on the slurry tank.
NOTE: The slurry should not be recirculated for more than 15 minutes
prior to discharge to reduce wear and keep seed from swelling.
NOTE: If foaming occurs, reduce agitator speed.
PRIOR TO APPLICATION:
1. Operator should familiarize self with area to be seeded and develop a plan to insure uniform
application.
2. Develop a plan for communication between operator and driver of the carrying or towing vehicle to
signal for start, stop, turn, etc. through the use of the signal horn.
3. Operator takes up position on the platform. From this point application will be controlled by the use
of the clutch, valve, discharge assembly and throttle.
DISCHARGE NOZZLE SELECTION:
Nozzles are stored in the tool box. This HydroSeeder
®
is
equipped with 6 nozzles - two long distance and four ribbon fan
nozzles. The smaller long distance nozzle is generally better
suited for seed, fertilizer and/or lime application while the large
long distance nozzle is better for wood fiber mulch application.
All of the ribbon fan nozzles are generally suited for both types
of application.
Nozzle Distance (A) Width (B) T170 Discharge Time
Lg. Long Distance Up to 230 ft (70m) - 5.5 min.
Sm. Long Distance Up to 150 ft (46m) - 19 min.
Sm. Narrow Ribbon Up to 75 ft (23m) 15 ft (4.6m) 19 min.
Sm. Wide Ribbon Up to 45 ft (14m) 25 ft (7.6m) 19 min.
Lg. Narrow Ribbon Up to 90 ft (28m) 23 ft (7m) 7.7 min.
Lg. Wide Ribbon Up to 84 ft (26m) 30 ft (9m) 7.7 min.
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