Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer
Operator Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEMS
1.
Fault Isolation
The failure modes covered in this section are:
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Spreader Sprayer does not start
•
Poor spread pattern
•
Spreader Sprayer does not spread
•
Low spray flow
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High spray flow
•
Poor spray pattern
•
Spreader Sprayer does not spray
Before beginning the fault isolation procedures, check the spreader sprayer for obvious
evidence of damage or failure. This includes physical damage, missing or loose parts,
and evidence of failure, such as unusual noises. Do not attempt to operate the Spreader
Sprayer if there is evidence of failure until the machine has been repaired. Refer to Table
4 through Table 8 for the fault isolation procedures.
Failure Mode
Check
Corrective Action
Spreader Sprayer does not
start.
Check shift lever setting. Shift
lever must be set in neutral.
Check the kill switch setting.
If the lever is not set in
neutral, move the shift lever to
the neutral position.
If the starter switch is OFF,
set it to ON
If the engine does not start,
refer to the engine manual.
Check the Spreader Sprayer
fuel system. If the fuel system
is not providing fuel flow to the
engine:
Check for fuel in the fuel tank.
Make sure the fuel shutoff
valves are open.
Check for a clogged fuel line.
Check for contamination in the
fuel tank.
If necessary, add fuel to the
fuel tank.
If the fuel system is not set for
operation, set the fuel system
to the ON configuration.
If the fuel system is
contaminated, clean the fuel
system.
Spreader Sprayer does not
start.
Check the choke setting.
If the fuel system has fuel
present and the choke is
properly set, refer to the
engine manual for further fault
isolation.
Table 4. Spreader Sprayer Does Not Start
