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EQUIPMENT CHECK
Equipment check should be made with the engine OFF and all
rotating parts stopped. Failure to comply could result in severe personal
injury or death.
1. Ensure that the tool kit contains all the prescribed items. See TOOL KIT.
2. Inspect slurry tank for foreign objects. See steps 2 and 3 in Section IV, MAINTENANCE of the
HYDROSEEDER
®
SAFETY SUMMARY SECTION.
3. Check fuel level. Fill if necessary.
4. Check hydraulic oil level and fill if necessary. See HYDRAULIC SYSTEM on page 29 for oil
specifications.
5. Check engine oil level and fill if necessary. For oil type, refer to the engine manual.
6. Check fluid level in radiator and overflow tank.
7. Inspect air cleaner for dust and dirt; clean if necessary.
8. Secure drain plug on the outside-bottom of slurry tank.
9. Check to make sure the pump drain plug is in place.
10. Lubricate equipment - See LUBRICATION AND FLUIDS CHART.
A. Each lubrication point on the machine is marked with a decal.
B. Check automatic pressure lubricator at pump. If the stem is
fully extended, with thumb nut all the way up, then automatic
pressure lubricator contains lubricant. If not, lubricant must be
replaced by the following procedure (See Figure 3):
1. Turn thumb nut clockwise until stem rises to maximum
height.
2. Remove cap and fill cap with sodium- (water soluble)
based grease (FINN part number 000698). Do not use
lithium- based (chassis lube) grease.
3. Replace cap.
4. Turn thumb nut counterclockwise until thumb nut is at the top of the stem. The
spring and pressure disc in the pressure lubricator forces the grease, under
pressure, to the pump seal.
NOTE: When thumb nut has moved down to within 1/2 in. (1.25 cm) of
touching the cap, reservice the automatic lubricator.
11. Engage (turn on) and disengage (turn off) clutch to determine if it snaps in and out.
12. Check nozzles and hoses and clear of any obstructions.
13. Check pump discharge and recirculation valve handles for free movement.
14. Make sure all tank vents are clean and open. Do not plug or cap.
Figure 3
Pressure Lubricator
THUMB NUT
STEM
CAP
GREASE
PRESSURE
DISK
SPRING
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