Finn HydroSeeder T280, Parts And Operator'S Manual

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driver 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 voltage
electrical conductors. Also
do not aim discharge spray
towards people, animals
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 flow-
ing 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
personnel 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 cau-
tion.
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.
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