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Introduction
SETUP
The Spray Star 1750/1750D arrives from
setup and ready for service. Depending on freight condi-
tions the battery may have to be installed.
The spray system is normally shipped attached to the 1750/1750D Prime Mover. If a spray system is to be fitted
to a Prime Mover by a dealer or factory, assemble and attach the components in accordance with the parts
drawings in the Spray Star 1750/1750D Parts/Service Manual.
1. Check the tire pressure. The front and rear tires are 20 psi
(1.4 bar).
2. Battery is located under the seat. This is a negative
grounding system.
Connecting battery cables to the wrong post could
result in personal injury and/or damage to the
electrical system. Make sure battery and cables
do not interfere or rub on any moving part. Con-
nect red positive (+) cable (A) to battery first.
When disconnecting remove black negative (-)
cable (B) first.
3. Check hydraulic fluid level in tank located under the seat. Remove cap and add SAE 10W-40 API Service
SJ or higher motor oil if necessary. Fluid level should be about 2-2
1
/
2
" (5-6.4 cm) from the top of the tank
when cold. DO NOT OVERFILL.
4. Fill fuel tank, located on the left side, with Unleaded 87 Octane gasoline (minimum) for Spray Star 1750
and No. 2 Diesel for Spray Star 1750D.
Fuel is flammable, caution must be used when storing or handling it. Do not fill fuel tank
while engine is running or an enclosed area, fumes are explosive and dangerous to inhale.
DO NOT SMOKE while filling the fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL.
5. Machine should be greased before starting, refer to Spray Star 1750/1750D Parts/Service Manual for
location.
6. Attach the Spray Boom and any other Optional Equipment to the Prime Mover, in accordance with
instructions in the Spray Star 1750/1750D Parts/Service Manual. The nozzles must be the correct dis-
tance above the turf as described in Turf Spraying Guide. The spray boom must operate properly and the
outer sections must break away safely if an object is struck by them, they must then return to normal
operation position.
7. Be sure to double check boom heights, nozzle spacing and displacement before spraying.
8. Machine is shipped with windshield washer fluid in Spray System to prevent freezing. Flush system
completely with clear water. Fill tank with water and retighten the four bolts used to hold the tank in
place.
Never allow pump to run dry! The valve on the suction side of the pump (between the pump
and tank) must be fully open whenever the pump is operated.
9. Diesel Engine Only With engine cool, check the coolant level in the radiator.(See engine manual for
proper procedure). make surecoolant mixture is 50/50. 50% water and 50% antifreeze.
10. Read operating instructions before starting.
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