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Section 4
4.14 PARKING THE MACHINE
1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface only. Do not
park the machine on an incline.
2. Place the steering control levers in the neutral
position.
3. Disengage the sprayer/spreader.
4. Slow the engine to idle speed.
5. Engage the parking brake.
6. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove
the key.
4.15 AFTER OPERATION
1. Clean the entire machine after each use. Do not
use high pressure spray or direct the spray onto
electrical or hot components. Use compressed air
while cleaning the spreader system or hydraulic
system.
- IMPORTANT -
Do not wash a hot or running engine. Cold water
will damage the engine. Use compressed air to
clean the engine if it is hot.
2. Keep the entire machine clean to inhibit serious heat
damage to the engine or hydraulic components.
3. Check the drive belts for proper alignment and any
signs of wear. Correct and adjust if necessary.
DANGER
To avoid injury from burns, allow the machine
to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and
refueling.
4. After the machine has cooled down, fill the fuel
tank with fresh, clean fuel at the end of every day of
operation. See Engine Owner's Manual for proper
octane requirements.
5. Frequently check for worn, deteriorated or damaged
components that could create a hazard.
6. Shut off the fuel when storing or transporting the
machine.
7. Check the tire pressure. Adjust pressure if
necessary.
4.16 REMOVING CLOGGED MATERIAL
DANGER
NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE HOPPER
CHUTE FOR ANY REASON!
Shut off the engine and remove the key, and
only then use a stick or similar object to remove
material if clogging has occurred.
1. If the hopper chute becomes clogged, shut off the
engine and remove the ignition key. Using a stick
or similar item, dislodge the clogged material. Use
personnel protective equipment (PPE) while working
with areas that are exposed to chemicals.
2. Do not clean spray nozzles using your mouth or
blowing through the nozzles.
3. Ensure nozzles are installed correctly.
4.17 MOVING MACHINE WITH ENGINE
STOPPED
To “free-wheel” or move the machine around without the
engine running, place the dump valve levers in the FREE-
WHEEL position. Disengage the parking brake and move
the machine by hand. The dump valve levers must be
returned to the DRIVE position and torqued to 7-10 ft/lbs
to drive the machine. See Figure 4-3.
4.18 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SPRAYING
1. Before spraying make sure the area is clear of
objects that may be contaminated with chemicals
and ingested or used after (Ex. dog-bones and
childrens toys).
2. Avoid spraying with wind speeds over 10 mph.
3. Make sure to calibrate the sprayer to the desired
application rate. Refer to Calibrating The Sprayer
Section 6-7 for information on calibrating the sprayer
system.
4. Spray material in a slightly overlapping pattern to
ensure uniform coverage.
5. Make sure to properly dispose or store all unused
chemicals according to the manufacturer's directions.
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