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85874 & 85875 Rev C

TURFCO T3000i SERIES APPLICATOR

Steering the Machine

Now you are ready to try the steering and driving the machine on the parking lot. Like your car, the Turfco T3000i

Applicator steers uses a steering wheel. A full spin to the right will give you a full right turn and a full spin to the left

give you a full left turn.. The steering wheel is equipped with a wheel spinner knob to make this easier.
Drive the machine in all modes; fast, slow, turns, figure 8’s and reverse backing. One thing you must get accustomed

to is steering and stopping of the machine. Do this for at least 10 minutes

before we move on to the other controls.
● Drive the T3000i Applicator ahead slowly 10 feet and make a 180º degree

turn using the steering wheel. Continue doing this several times gradually

increasing the speed. Do not try to make a full 180º degree turn at full speed

until you are well accustomed to the machine.
● Continue with other driving maneuvers such as figure “8’s”, circles, 90º

degree turns and many 180º degree turns. The machine is designed to do a

full 180º degree turn in 9 feet, to match the effective operation width of the

spread and spray. Therefore the operator must practice this turn until they

have it mastered.

To operate the Forward Speed Control Pedal, step on the

yellow colored pedal (located on the operators platform)

and

slowly

press down. Notice that as you press the pedal

the forward speed control handles are moving forward. The

further you press the pedal, the further the speed control

handles move. As long as pressure is applied on the pedal,

the speed control will remain in forward position.

● Try this operation a number of times so you become

very familiar with the operation of the Forward Speed

Control Pedal. You will need to know this for later

operation of the machine.

Note: The pedal is for forward movement only, the pedal

is not for reverse.

Using 3-1/2 MPH Speed Lever

(See Figure 5)

The T3000i Applicator has a 3-1/2 mph speed lever

mounted on the right hand forward/reverse speed control

handle to provide a slower ground speed. The lever limits

the amount of forward movement of the speed control

handle. Ground speed will be approximately 3-1/2 mph

(5.6 Km/h).

THE 3-1/2 MPH SPEED LEVER IS FOR

SPREADING ONLY - DO NOT USE WHEN SPRAYING.

● To operate the 3-1/2 MPH speed lever, simply move the

lever in a forward position and set. When the forward

speed control handle is moved forward, the lever will

touch the support bar and stop any further speed

increase. You will be going at a slower 3-1/2 mph

speed.

Refer to the 3-1/2 mph spreader calibration.

● To return to full speed operation, return the lever in the

off position and set.

The 3-1/2 mph speed lever can be used with or without the

speed control pedal.

9 FOOT

TURNING

CIRCLE

OP85874-06

OPERATION

FIGURE 5

3-1/2 MPH

SPEED

CONTROL

LEVER

OP85872-14RevC

SPEED

LEVER

SPEED

LEVER

OFF

RIGHT HAND

SPEED

CONTROL

HANDLE

SPREADING ONLY!

DO NOT USE WHEN

SPRAYING.

Summary of Contents for 85874

Page 1: ...ding Manual Number 668767 Rev C DANGER IF INCORRECTLY USED THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY THOSE WHO USE AND MAINTAIN THIS MACHINE SHOULD BE TRAINED IN ITS PROPER USE WARNED OF ITS DANGERS AND SHOULD READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SET UP OPERATE OR SERVICE THE MACHINE TURFCO MFG INC 1655 101st Avenue NE Minneapolis Minnesota 55449 4420 USA Phone 763 785 1000 FAX 763 785 0556 2014...

Page 2: ...libration 32 Service and Maintenance Inspection and Cleaning 36 Storage and Winter Storage Freeze Protection 37 Lubrication 38 Recommended Service Schedule 39 Location of Spray System Shutoff Valve and Strainer Screen 40 Adjusting Steering Cables 40 V Belt Identification 41 Electric Start Wiring Diagram 41 Electrical Power Supply Connection 42 How To Obtain Parts and Service 42 Parts Lists 43 Deca...

Page 3: ... Freewheel Lever Spreader Spreader Gate Open Close Vari Rate Adjuster Spinner Speed Wide Narrow Trim Spread Border Control Accuway Spread Pattern Adjuster and Gate Calibration Dial Sprayer Full Width On Off Trim Width On Off Hand Gun On Off and Spray Pressure Adjustment Production Rates Spreading and or Spraying 4 000 Sq Ft Minute 240 000 Sq Ft Hour 371 6 Sq Meters Minute 22 296 Sq Meters Hour Spr...

Page 4: ... Protection Safety glasses and or face shields should be considered when operating as well as working in close proximity to high speed rotary equipment Watch for rotary mowers edgers brush and string trimmers Rotary mowers can throw debris at speed up to 200 MPH Hearing If the noise level of the equipment is too loud consider the use of ear protection Do not use stereo headsets during operation Th...

Page 5: ...ter heater that uses a pilot light or can create a spark Do not refuel indoors or in an unventilated area Check the fuel level Do not over fill Do not add fuel while the machine is hot because spilled fuel may cause a fire Use fresh gasoline Stale fuel can gum the carburetor and can cause leakage Check the fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks and leaks Replace if necessary Do not remove t...

Page 6: ...L MANUFACTURES SAFETY WARNINGS FOR THE PRODUCT BEING APPLIED MIXED TRANSPORTED OR STORED CHEMICALS CAN BE POISONOUS CAUSE BURNS CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS OR DEATH PROTECT YOURSELF FROM CONTACT INHALATION EXPOSURE AND OR OVEREXPOSURE READ THE LABELS FROM THE PRODUCT THE TURFCO T3000i DOES NOT PROTECT THE OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS FROM THE HAZARDS OF EXPOSURE OR OVEREXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS THE TURFCO T3000i ...

Page 7: ...tion is standing on a vibration isolated platform on the rear of the machine The forward and reverse speeds are controlled by using a simple directional hand control allowing the operator total control of the speeds from 0 to 5 MPH 0 to 8 04 Km h Braking is provided by a dynamic braking system within the hydrostatic transmission and a hand operated parking brake Releasing the speed control and the...

Page 8: ...TION Before Operating the T3000i Series Applicator and Before Starting the Engine 1 Read the Operators Manual and Watch the Operation CD 2 Check the oil in the engine 3 Check air pressure in the front and rear tires Inflate to PSI shown on tire 3 Fill the machine with fresh approved gasoline 4 Inspect the machine for any loose nuts bolts or hardware or anything that does not look normal 5 Check al...

Page 9: ...ly comfortable with the location and movement of the operator controls you are now ready to start the engine STARTING THE ENGINE Before starting the engine check that the fuel tank shut off valve located on fuel line before filter is open 1 Set the parking brake before starting the engine Check the Freewheel lever 2 Make sure Forward Reverse Speed Controls are in the neutral not engaged position M...

Page 10: ...and release the speed control lever The control will return to the neutral position and the machine will stop The machine will stop quickly You may speed up a little as you become more accustomed to the start and stop characteristics of the machine Continue this for several minutes gradually getting more speed and becoming used to the stopping motion Also try the same movement using the reverse le...

Page 11: ...ce that as you press the pedal the forward speed control handles are moving forward The further you press the pedal the further the speed control handles move As long as pressure is applied on the pedal the speed control will remain in forward position Try this operation a number of times so you become very familiar with the operation of the Forward Speed Control Pedal You will need to know this f...

Page 12: ...wly until the entire machine is on the lawn Stop and remount the machine 1 Approach the curb at a 45º degree angle Stop the machine a few inches from the curb 2 Dismount the machine keeping your hands on the support bar and steering wheel 3 Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly advance the speed of the machine 4 The machine should slowly climb over the curb The operator may remount as soon as ...

Page 13: ...ne to traverse along a slope of more than 15º degrees is not recommended You should always use walking applicators on slopes more than 15º degrees Do not turn the machine while on a slope or incline If one must operate across a slope angle the machine 45º degrees to the direction of the incline no matter if you are going up or down the slope Do not operate the machine across the face of a slope or...

Page 14: ...e position of a black plastic wedge that is under the hopper gate opening When the gate is opened the wedge controls where the material lands on the spinner wheel This affects how fast the material exits the spinner wheel and changes the throw of the material The wedge can be adjusted to throw more material to the right more to the left or an equal right to left pattern More detailed information a...

Page 15: ...Spreader Gate Open Close Control handle controls the opening of the spreader gate Push forward to the open the gate or pull back to close 8 VARI RATE ADJUSTABLE GATE STOP See Figure 10 Vari Rate Adjustable Gate Stop is located next to the spreader gate handle The stop will limit the movement of the spreader gate control handle This causes the spreader gate to stop at a preset opening size that is ...

Page 16: ...ming to Right with Narrow Width Spread This is used for the narrow strip between sidewalks and the street 1 Adjust the Vari Rate Adjustable Gate Stop so it is at 60 of full open setting for your product Licensed Operator Adjustment Only 2 Move the Spinner Speed Control handle to the narrow position This will reduce the spinner speed and narrow spread width 3 Place the Trim Spread Border Patrol han...

Page 17: ...rty to be treated and drive slowly around the entire perimeter Note or mark all obstacles holes rocks or anything that can be a hazard harmed by the machine or cause damage to the machine 4 Trim out the property to be treated Set the Border Patrol Deflector in the down or Trim position You will be going around the property clockwise doing a trim strip around the outer edge of the property Keep you...

Page 18: ...e tanks Wettable soluble powders may plug the system and should not be used PROPERLY MIX THE PRODUCT BEING SPRAYED OUTSIDE OF THE TANKS BEFORE FILLING THE TANKS TOAVOID CONTAMINATION OF WATER SUPPLIES NEVER PLACE A HOSE DOWN IN THE TANK 4 SPRAY CONTROLS See Figure 14 There are three spray controls The right control turns on the full wide spray nozzle The center control turns on the spray hand gun ...

Page 19: ...WIDE SPRAY CONTROL NARROW TRIM SPRAY CONTROL SPRAY GUN SPRAY GUN TRIGGER PUMP PRESSURE CONTROL KNOB SHOULD ONLY BE ADJUSTED BY LICENSED PERSONS SPRAY CONTROL SPRAY GUN TRIM SPRAY FULL SPRAY FORWARD REVERSE FORWARD REVERSE SPRAY PRESSURE OFF ON PSI KPA INCREASE DECREASE OFF ON OFF ON FIGURE 14 OPERATION OP85872 20 FIGURE 15 FULL SPRAY TRIM SPRAY POINT DOWN TOWARDS TURF 15º TO 25º DEGREES FULL WIDE ...

Page 20: ...awn SPRAY OPERATION ON THE LAWN All lawns are different Most accidents happen when operators are not familiar with either the machine or the terrain on which they will be using the machine Practice with the T3000i before you try to operate it on a lawn Practice in all kinds of conditions for at least 30 minutes Simulate close quarter operation i e between a fence and AC unit before you actually tr...

Page 21: ...e freewheel position and it will make the machine free wheel so you can move the machine by pushing it WARNING When the freewheel lever is in the neutral position the machine can roll away on ramps and slopes Use the parking brake to secure the machine Always use the frame when you tie the machine for transport Do not attach ties to the fertilizer hopper tanks or other parts of the machine Only us...

Page 22: ...P MOUNTS LOOSE OR DAMAGE PUMP MOUNT BEARINGS MOTOR MOUNTS LOOSE OR DAMAGED ENGINE PULLEY LOOSE IDLER PULLEY BEARINGS DAMAGED OR WORN SPREADER PROBLEMS SPINNER NOT ROTATING V BELT FAILURE OR TENSION SETTING WRONG VARIATOR PULLEY JAMMED VARIATOR CABLE MISSING SPINNER SHAFT PINS WORN OR DAMAGED SPINNER SHAFT BEARING IN HOPPER WORN OR DAMAGED SPINNER SHAFT DRIVE PULLEY BEARING POOR SPREAD GATE SETTING...

Page 23: ...UT NO SPRAY BLOCKED SPRAY TIPS BLOCKED FILTER DAMAGED SPRAY CONTROLS DAMAGED OR KINKED HOSES TO SPRAY TIPS oscillating PUMP PRESSURE needle RAPID 10 LBS MOVEMENT SYSTEM leakS kinked hose filter blocked PRODUCT LEVEL IN TANKS TOO low bad pump PRODUCT IN TANKS foaming keep tanks 1 3 full POOR SPRAY MISSING SPRAY TIPS BLOCKED SPRAY TIPS PRESSURE SETTING WRONG SPRAY TIP MOUNTING ANGLES WRONG SYSTEM LE...

Page 24: ...uld be 15 seconds That means your spread will cover 1000 sq ft every 15 seconds when spreading a 18 9 foot wide swath at 5 mph Next drive your unit in a straight line for 166 feet The time should be 23 seconds That means you will cover 1000 sq ft every 23 seconds spreading a 12 6 foot swath at 5 mph Note Your times may be off a second or so due to temperature weight and other elements As long as y...

Page 25: ...e spinner wheel Place a pin in the shaft and set it back into the hole to prevent fertilizer from falling out Step 2 Remove the plastic carrying tray from behind the hopper and place it under the hopper to catch the fertilizer This saves the fertilizer and makes clean up easy Step 3 Set the white plastic gate rate adjuster dial on the front of the hopper so the silver pointer lines up with 4 5 on ...

Page 26: ...an up easy Step 3 Set the white plastic gate rate adjuster dial on the front of the hopper so the silver pointer lines up with 4 5 on the cam wheel The pointer sliding up to the cam is what determines the gate opening inside the hopper Note The white cam is calibrated into ones and tens Each number has 10 clicks between them so make note of your settings Example set at 4 plus 5 clicks is 4 5 for a...

Page 27: ...t 20 lbs of fertilizer Step 6 Move the Spreader Gate Control Handle to the right or out from the machine so it misses the Vari Rate Gate Stop Step 7 Open the fertilizer gate by pushing the Spreader Gate Control Handle forward all the way allow the spring to snap it forward Time the fertilizer flow for 2 minutes and 8 seconds 4 times the 32 second speed That is equal to 4000 sq ft of coverage at 3 ...

Page 28: ...TOR OP85874 36 DATE GATE DIAL SETTING Spreading Calibration Record NARROW SPREAD AT FULL SPEED 5 MPH SECONDS TO TRAVEL 111 FEET PRODUCT BEING SPREAD DATE GATE DIAL SETTING SECONDS TO TRAVEL 166 FEET PRODUCT BEING SPREAD WIDE SPREAD AT FULL SPEED 5 MPH ...

Page 29: ...OR WIDE SPREAD AT 3 1 2 MPH SPEED OP85874 32RevC DATE GATE DIAL SETTING Spreading Calibration Record NARROW SPREAD AT 3 1 2 MPH SPEED SECONDS TO TRAVEL 111 FEET PRODUCT BEING SPREAD DATE GATE DIAL SETTING SECONDS TO TRAVEL 166 FEET PRODUCT BEING SPREAD ...

Page 30: ...Step 4 You will now need to look inside the hopper to watch the gate opening Move the Vari Rate Stop and the Gate Opening Handle backwards toward the rear of the machine very slowly When the gate in the bottom of the hopper starts to move just a little STOP AND HOLD IT RIGHT THERE Screw in the Locking Knob on the Vari Rate Stop locking it where it is Make sure the big black plastic nut is VERY TIG...

Page 31: ... the throw more to the right decrease the amount that the Accuway is visible in the opening Continue moving the wedge until you get the left to right balance spread of the product Note The Accuway pattern adjuster needs to be changed when the gate opening size is changed recalibrated or product type is changed ACCUWAY SPREAD PATTERN ADJUSTER OP85874 27 3 8 INCH GATE OPENING FRONT OF MACHINE FIGURE...

Page 32: ... will cover 1000 sq ft of turf Each manufacturer of product chemical will have different application rates and different mixtures dilution for their product You must refer to the product label to find the proper rate of application and to find the proper premix dilution of your product You must properly premix your product outside of the T3000i tanks before adding or filling the tanks We will use ...

Page 33: ...ittle to increase the width If the width is too wide you can aim the nozzle down a little more to decrease the width Calibration of Sprayer for 6 Foot Wide Effective at 5 mph for Smaller Areas Setting the sprayer application rate for 1 quart per 1000 sq ft at 5 mph and 6 foot wide effective spray swath 1 Put a few gallons of WATER in the tanks Water only no chemicals 2 Start engine set the engine ...

Page 34: ...DE SPRAY AT FULL SPEED 5 MPH DATE PUMP PRESSURE SETTING SECONDS TO TRAVEL 111 FEET PRODUCT BEING SPRAYED 9 Foot Wide Spray Calibration Record 9 FOOT WIDE SPRAY AT FULL SPEED 5 MPH DATE PUMP PRESSURE SETTING SECONDS TO TRAVEL 111 FEET PRODUCT BEING SPRAYED SPRAYER CALIBRATION ...

Page 35: ...MP PRESSURE SETTING 6 Foot Wide Spray Calibration Record 6 FOOT WIDE SPRAY AT FULL SPEED 5 MPH 6 FOOT WIDE SPRAY AT FULL SPEED 5 MPH SECONDS TO TRAVEL 166 FEET PRODUCT BEING SPRAYED DATE PUMP PRESSURE SETTING SECONDS TO TRAVEL 166 FEET PRODUCT BEING SPRAYED SPRAYER CALIBRATION ...

Page 36: ... The Service And Adjustment Procedures Involve Or Are Near Rotating And Moving Parts Work Safely Follow All Hazard Warnings Decals Safety Precautions And Wear The Appropriate Safety Gear Inspect the entire machine for loose fasteners Retighten as required Inspect all the operator controls for proper operation Check the tires for proper inflation Inspect the spinner assembly spinner wheels Check fo...

Page 37: ...1 gallon of RV antifreeze in each tank TANKS MUST BE FLUSHED WITH WATER DO NOT PUT ANTIFREEZE IN WITH CHEMICAL OR FERTILIZER AS A CHEMICAL REACTION CAN OCCUR CHEMICAL REACTIONS CAN RELEASE HARMFUL AND TOXIC GASSES Run the pump to circulate the antifreeze in the system Open each valve one at a time until antifreeze sprays from the tips Use the hand held spray wand until antifreeze sprays from the t...

Page 38: ...eded Engine Carburetor Linkages and Springs CLEAN AND LUBRICATE WEEKLY Clean and remove fertilizer dust from the linkages governor springs choke linkage on the carburetor with carb cleaner Lightly lubricate to protect from rust Wipe away excess lubrication that will attract and collect dust dirt and debris Transaxle Check the level of fluid in the transaxle reservoir Fill only to the Full Cold lev...

Page 39: ...IL CHANGE OIL FILTER CHECK CLEAN AIR FILTER CHANGE AIR FILTER CLEAN CARB LINKAGE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X TIRES AIR PRESSURE X TRANSAXLE CHECK FLUID LEVEL CHANGE FLUID CHANGE FILTER X X X X X X X SPRAYER CLEAN AND INSPECT CLEAN NOZZLES CLEAN STRAINER SCREEN FILTER X X X SPREADER CLEAN AND INSPECT LUBE GATE X X V BELTS INSPECT T...

Page 40: ... 1 4 to 1 2 Take a measurement across the front tires measuring from the center of the tires Measure both the front and the rear The front measurement should be 1 4 to 1 2 more than the rear measurement Correct if needed by adjusting the tie rods SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE REAR OF MACHINE FIGURE 29 SV85874 12 STEERING CABLE ADJUSTERS STEERING CABLE PULLEYS SET TOW OUT AT REAR MEASUREMENT PLUS 1 4 to ...

Page 41: ...AGE TO STARTER SOLENOID POWER IN FROM SOLENOID STARTER SOLENOID BATTERY POSITIVE BATTERY NEGATIVE BLACK RED RED TO STARTER MOTOR 87514 13REVA GROUND TO ENGINE CASE FUSE BLACK BLACK GROUND TO ENGINE CASE FIGURE 31 ELECTRIC START KIT WIRING DIAGRAM ELECTRIC START KIT PRODUCT NUMBER 87514 The T3000i Series Product Number 85875 is equipped with a factory installed Turfco Electric Start Kit The T3000i ...

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