Finn HydroSeeder T60-II MD, Parts And Operator'S Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HYDROSEEDER ® :
Problem Probable Causes Suggested Solutions
VALVE:
Valve stuck Frozen Thaw out ice and lubricate; leave
in discharge position during
storage.
Constant plugging during operation Foreign material in slurry Drain and clean out tank; check
storage for foreign materials.
Constant plugging during loading
and discharging Loading HydroSeeder® before
tank is half full of water Reinstruct your operator. See
pages 15 and 16.
Incorrect loading procedure Review Loading procedure on
pages 15 and 16.
Improper operation by operator Reinstruct your operator. Review
Operator’s Manual.
Not moving valve handle far
enough Valve should be fully open.
Machine not being flushed out
prior to reloading See page 15.
Machine not being run at correct
RPM during loading Reinstruct your operator. See
pages 12 and 13.
Extension hose plugs after use Letting water run out, leaving wood
fiber mulch to dry out If hose has to be uncoupled, seal
ends, to keep water in hose and
prevent wood fiber mulch from dry-
ing out.
PUMP:
Excessive wear Fertilizer with highly abrasive fillers Change fertilizer – avoid abrasive
fillers.
Overloading machine with dry
material Load machine to recommended
capacities.
Too much time allowed between
loading and discharging After loading and mixing has been
completed, set agitator at 1/2
discharging speed in reverse and
disengage (turn off) pump.
Recirculating all the time Close recirculation valve when
discharging through the boom.
Will not turn Frozen Warm housing to melt ice.
Jammed with fertilizer or lime Remove cover and clean interior.
Impeller rusted to suction cover
plate Pull cover and remove rust.