Summary of Contents for PermaGreen Supreme MAGNUM SmartSteer C3C 2009
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page 1. List of Illustrations, Tables, and Maintenance Logs............3 2. Safety Summary......................6 3. Introduction ........................10 4. Description of Machine....................12 5. Driving Operation and Safety ..................15 a.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual List of Illustrations Figure No. Figure Title Page Figure 1. Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer................ 11 Figure 2. Magnum C3C Component Location..............16 Figure 3. Operator Control Symbols, WARNINGs, and CAUTIONs (tweleve sheets) ..17-23 Figure 4. Operating Controls Location ................
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual RECORD OF REVISIONS Keep this record in the front of the manual. When a revision is provided, insert the revised pages in the manual. Record the revision number, the date the revision was inserted in the manual, and provide your initials or signature in the BY column.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SAFETY SUMMARY This safety advisory contains all the WARNINGs provided in this manual. They are presented in this section to advise you of their existence and to emphasize their importance. The processes and procedures provided in this manual may include physical and chemical processes that require the use of pesticides, solvents, chemicals, paints, and other commercially available materials.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SAFETY SUMMARY (continued) Gasoline is flammable and the vapors are explosive. Exhaust fumes can suffocate. Take these precautions to avoid death or serious injury: • Shut off fuel valve while transporting or maintaining this machine •...
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SAFETY SUMMARY (continued) Do not attempt to start or operate the machine in a confined space; or where you or someone else could be trapped between the machine and any obstacle; or where you could loose your balance. To avoid an unanticipated sudden movement of the machine at startup, follow these procedures.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SAFETY SUMMARY (continued) Exposed moving parts can cause severe injury. Do not operate machine without guards in place. Follow lock out procedure before servicing machine. If you can read this sign, a guard has been removed. DO NOT operate with guard removed.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual Figure 1. Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Refer to the cover page for restrictions regarding Page 11 reproduction or disclosure of this material. September/08...
411 rpm at both high speed and low speed operation. • The spreader is designed and manufactured by PermaGreen Supreme. The spread pattern and spread rate are adjustable. A remotely operated deflector limits the spread pattern to the left side only for edging. When using the deflector, a remotely operated sliding plate closes the third hole to proportionally reduce the product flow and balance the spreader pattern.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual • The sprayer system has a 12-gallon tank (45.4 liters) and uses the same jackshaft and belt/pulley arrangement to drive a pump that provides a nominal spray ® pressure of 15 ± 3 psi (103 ± 21 kPa). The sprayer uses Turbo Floodjet nozzles that have flow rates matched to the machine travel speed and selected pattern.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual • Hitch-mounted carrying rack, with ramps and tail lights, • Spare parts kit that includes commonly needed replaceable parts. • Calibration kit, including collection pans, a collection pitcher, a gauging key, and a graduated cylinder for measurement of the collected product. •...
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual Driving, Operation and Safety All operators and service personnel must be trained in the safety features, basic operation, and maintenance of the Magnum prior to use. Refer to Figure 2 for location of the main operating controls.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) Figure 2. Magnum C3C Component Location Refer to the cover page for restrictions regarding Page 16 reproduction or disclosure of this material. Septenber/08...
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) Operator Control Symbols, WARNINGs, and CAUTIONS Pulley Pinch Point WARNING Placards Located on the top surface of the spray tank, these placards provide the general WARNINGs for safe operation of the Spreader Sprayer. Figure 3.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) Figure 3. Operator Control Symbols, WARNINGs, and CAUTIONs (sheet 2 of 12) Refer to the cover page for restrictions regarding Page 18 reproduction or disclosure of this material. Septenber/08...
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) Pulley Pinch Point WARNING Placard Located next to the pulleys and belts, these placards provides a graphic and written WARNING for keeping the hands clear of the belts and pulleys during operation. Figure 3.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) Figure 3. Operator Control Symbols, WARNINGs, and CAUTIONs (sheet 5 of 12) Gearshift Symbol Placard Located on the frame just beneath the gearshift lever, this placard shows gear locations. Figure 3.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) Figure 3. Operator Control Symbols, WARNINGs, and CAUTIONs (sheet 8 of 12) Deflector ON/OFF Placard Located next to the deflector control, this placard shows the ON and OFF positions for the deflector control lever.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) High Speed Sprayer Setting Placard Located on the left-hand sprayer selector control panel, on the top surface of the spray tank, this placard shows the lever settings for operating the sprayer at HIGH speed. Figure 3.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) Parking Brake Setting Placard Located on the left-hand fender, this placard shows the lever settings for the Parking Brake set and realeas. Figure 3. Operator Control Symbols, WARNINGs, and CAUTIONs (sheet 12 of 12) Refer to the cover page for restrictions regarding Page 23 reproduction or disclosure of this material.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, SAFETY (continued) Safety Systems Check It is mandatory that ALL new Magnums receive the following safety inspection prior to use and periodically, as called for, in Section 8 Maintenance. All operators and service personnel must be trained in the safety features, basic operation, and maintenance of the Magnum prior to use.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) a) Make sure engine is not running and is cool. b) Open the two fuel shutoff valves. One valve is located on the bottom side of the fuel tank, and the second is located on the back of the engine. c) Check for proper Throttle Lever operation.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) ii) The engine MUST not exceed 3450 rpm at full throttle. If the full throttle speed exceeds 3450 rpm, adjust the full throttle speed as described in section 4-b? below. f) Check that the machine starts ONLY in NEUTRAL.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) Drivers Training Figure 4. Operating Controls Location 1. Before attempting to drive the machine, refer to Figure 4 above and be sure the operator is familiar with all the operating controls and features. 2.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) 3. Starting TO AVOID SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED BY AN UNANTICIPATED RAPID MOVEMENT OF THE MACHINE, FOLLOW THESE PROCEEDURES. BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START, ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS COMPLETELY IN NEUTRAL.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) 4. Driver’s Training (to be performed on a level paved area) Release the parking brake With the throttle lever released, shift the transmission to LOW gear. Step onto the sulky and grasp the handlebars. Pull the throttle lever to the fully open (3450 rpm) position against the handlebar.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) 5. Driving on hills. To maintain control on hillsides: • Always use low gear and lean uphill for balance. • Never operate as a ride-on on slopes over 15 degrees. •...
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual DRIVING, OPERATION, AND SAFETY (continued) To stop machine operation, release the throttle lever and pull brake lever to bring the machine to a stop. When finished operation or parking on a grade, head the machine across the slope, set the shift lever to REVERSE and place the Kill Switch to OFF, and set the parking brake.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual If you have to go up, down, or across steep slopes (15 degrees, or steeper), stop and shift the machine into LOW (L) gear. Release and lower the handlebar. Walk behind the machine as you travel the slope. When you reach level ground, return the handlebar to the upright position.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPREADER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION Description of Spreader features, controls, and operation This machine uses a familiar 3-hole cyclone type spreader mechanism that broadcast spreads a pattern width of 14 ± 1 feet (4.3 ± 0.3 meters), as shown in Figure 8.? Using a 7 ± 1 foot (2.1 ± 0.3 meters) overlap travel pattern provides an even distribution of most products.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPREADER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION Figure 6. Spreader Rate Lever and Open/Close Lever Spreader Calibration Adjustment of the spreader establishes the correct spread pattern. The center discharge hole establishes the center of the pattern. The right-hand discharge hole establishes the spread pattern on the left-hand side.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPREADER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) 1. Place the spreader operating lever in the CLOSED position. Verify that the spreader discharge holes are closed. 2. If the spreader discharge holes are not completely closed, adjust the length of the control cable running from the controls on the left handlebar down the handle to the outer hopper control plate by loosening and repositioning the locknuts.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPREADER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) adjustment lever (left-hand side of the hopper) so that the slide plate just contacts the gauge. Move the memory lock (grey sliding piece) until it pops into the lever and locks its position.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPREADER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) spread the product. Moving the rate lever to the left will increase the time required to spread the product. If the rate lever required adjustment, add enough additional material for 1000 ft coverage to the hopper.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPREADER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) Figure 8. Spreader Material Distribution Ratio b. Pour the contents of the first pan on your far left into the graduated cylinder or clear tube. Measure and record the material deposited (refer to Table 1). Dump the collected pellets back into the bag or hopper.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPREADER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) g. Repeat the passes over the pans and measure the material deposited in the pans. Readjust the openings as necessary until the distribution pattern meets the requirements. h. Record each opening setting for future recalibration. Spreader Operation Following calibration the spreader may be used to apply products.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPRAYER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION Description of Sprayer features, controls, and operation The spray pattern and spray rate are controlled by the engine speed and pump pressure, and the nozzle orifice. These are constants that do not change unless the machine or a component is not functioning correctly or is misaligned.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPRAYER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) Figure 9. Sprayer Pattern Refer to the cover page for restrictions regarding Page 41 reproduction or disclosure of this material. September/08...
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPRAYER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) Figure 10. Spray Controls Prepare for Sprayer calibration 1. Fill the spray tank with water. 2. Set the spray control valve for the nozzle to be checked to the ON position. 3.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPRAYER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) LOW GEAR HIGH GEAR Figure 11. Setting the Spray Control Valve Adjust the Broadcast Spray pattern 1. Park on a flat concrete of asphalt surface. 2. Referring to Figure. 11, select the HIGH gear broadcast nozzle by turning the left Spray Control Valve handle to the left.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPRAYER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) c. Adjust the spray nozzle body so that the pattern width, measured from outermost droplets to outermost droplets, is 11 feet (3.4 meters). Increase the pattern width by raising the nozzle level.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPRAYER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) 2. Place a catch receptacle in position to catch the entire spray pattern from the nozzle to be checked. Pull the spray lever to begin spraying. Spray for one minute, collecting the nozzle output.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPRAYER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) operating at the correct speed, we can be sure that you’ll be traveling at the right speed, as well. c. With the machine traveling in HIGH gear at full throttle, use a stopwatch or wristwatch to measure and record the time required to travel the 143-foot (44 meter) turf course.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPRAYER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) Sprayer Operation Following calibration the spryer may be used to apply products. It is recommended that the products be applied in the following manner for best results. The typical application procedure is to make an edging pass around the perimeter of the property and any ornamental beds etc.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual SPRAYER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION (continued) b. If the Spreader Sprayer is not in use, use the spray mix rate table to prepare the amount of spray you will need for the area you will be covering. Remove the sprayer cap and pour the spray into the spray bottle.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEMS Fault Isolation The failure modes covered in this section are: • Spreader Sprayer does not start • Poor spread pattern • Spreader Sprayer does not spread • Low spray flow • High spray flow •...
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEMS (continued) Failure Mode Check Corrective Action Spreader Sprayer does not Check Honda return spring Replace spring – If you start over long rod running to squeeze the throttle partly you governor arm. can start and run unit until new spring is installed Failure Mode...
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual Check the pattern adjustment Refer to the spreader hole for the area of the pattern adjustment procedure and the that is not correct. setting numbers recorded at prior spreader adjustments. Set the 3 spreader pattern hole to the proper number and verify the pattern.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual If the impeller pulley and drive If the jackshaft is not rotating, belt are correctly adjusted but refer to the Maintenance and the drive pulley and belt are Repair manual for the repair not turning, check for rotation procedure.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual Failure Mode Check Corrective Action Sprayer has no output. Open the drain valve and If there is no flow, allow the air increase the engine speed to trapped in the system to 3450 rpm. If the pump is escape.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual Failure Mode Check Corrective Action Sprayer has no output Check the pump. Verify that the pump shaft is (continued). turning when the engine speed is increased to 3450 rpm. If necessary, tighten the setscrew on the pulley. If the pump shaft is turning, loosen the suction fitting and check for flow.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE Maintenance Keeping the Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer operating reliably requires attention to maintenance. Use the Daily Maintenance and Safety Checklist and the periodic maintenance tables, provided in Section 8 of this manual, as a maintenance guide. Proper maintenance prevents damage to your machine, and prevents malfunctions that could occur if the maintenance was not performed.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) Blow dry engine and machine. Spray WD-40 or equivalent on carburetor, linkage, front of engine, and all other moving parts except pulleys and belts. 3. Maintenance if the machine will be left inactive for longer than a week. When you perform this maintenance, date the maintenance log, initial the log, and check off each procedure.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) Check the machine hour meter. When it flashes LUBE perform the 25-hour maintenance listed below. The Hour meter will stop flashing automatically whether maintenance has been done or not. Perform the maintenance and inspections in the Daily Maintenance Checklist provided in the Maintenance section.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) Check the machine hour meter. When it flashes LUBE perform the 25-hour maintenance listed below. The Hour meter will stop flashing automatically whether maintenance has been done or not. Perform the maintenance and inspections in the Daily Maintenance Checklist provided in the Maintenance section.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) Perform the maintenance and inspections in the Daily Maintenance Checklist provided in the Maintenance section. Record all check results in the Daily Maintenance Checklist. Change engine oil. Change clutch oil. Clean the air filter. Clean the carburetor sediment cup (refer to engine manual).
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) Perform Safety Systems Check (refer to Section 4). 7. Scheduled maintenance to be performed QUARTERLY or every 300 hours of operation. When you perform this maintenance, date the maintenance log, initial the log, and check off each procedure.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) Grease each pillow block on the jackshaft located under the hood, using Mobillux EP 2 grease, or equivalent. Each pillow block has a zerk fitting. If a fitting is missing, replace the fitting. Grease each zerk fitting (2) on front, underside of transmission/axle using Mobillux EP2 grease, or equivalent.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) Check the fuel tank for contamination and residue. Clean the tank and filter if necessary. Drain the tank and run empty, or add fuel stabilizer to the gas and run through system. Drain and clean the spray tank.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) Figure 12. Grease Points Refer to the cover page for restrictions regarding Page 64 reproduction or disclosure of this material. Septenber/08...
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) DAILY MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY CHECKLIST LOG Ride-On Magnum C3C Serial No.__________ Reproduce sheets for this machine and record daily maintenance. Keep with machine. Refer to the cover page for restrictions regarding Page 65 reproduction or disclosure of this material.
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) FIRST 25 HOUR SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY CHECKLIST LOG Ride-On Magnum C3C Serial No.__________ Reproduce sheets for this machine and record maintenance. Keep with machine. MAINTENANCE AT FIRST 25 HOURS OF OPERATION HOUR METER CHECK...
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY CHECKLIST LOG FOR MACHINES LEFT IDLE FOR MORE THAN 1 WEEK Ride-On Magnum C3C Serial No.__________ Reproduce sheets for this machine and record maintenance. Keep with machine. MAINTENANCE TO BE PERFORMED IF MACHINE WILL BE IDLE FOR MORE THAN 1 WEEK HOUR METER CHECK...
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) SCHEDULED WEEKLY OR EVERY 25 HOUR MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY CHECKLIST Ride-On Magnum C3C Serial No.__________ Reproduce sheets for this machine and record maintenance. Keep with machine. WEEKLY MAINTENANCE or EVERY 25 HOURS OF OPERATION HOUR METER CHECK...
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) SCHEDULED MONTHLY OR EVERY 100 HOUR MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY CHECKLIST Ride-On Magnum C3C Serial No.__________ Reproduce sheets for this machine and record maintenance. Keep with machine. MONTHLY MAINTENANCE or EVERY 100 HOURS OF OPERATION HOUR METER CHECK...
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) SCHEDULED QUARTERLY OR EVERY 300 HOUR MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY CHECKLIST LOG Ride-On Magnum C3C Serial No.__________ Reproduce sheets for this machine and record maintenance. Keep with machine. QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE or EVERY 300 HOURS OF OPERATION HOUR METER CHECK...
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Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) YEAREND MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY CHECKLIST LOG Ride-On Magnum C3C Serial No.__________ Reproduce sheets for this machine and record maintenance. Keep with machine. YEAREND MAINTENANCE HOUR METER CHECK DATE INITIALS READING MAINTENANCE TO BE PERFORMED Perform Daily maintenance taking extra care in washing and applying WD-40 to ALL aluminum surfaces and moving parts.
Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer Operator Manual MAINTENANCE (continued) Temperature Oil Type Oil Volume-Engine Oil Volume-Clutch Range Summer SAE 30 0.63 US quart (0.6 liter) 0.53 US quart (0.5 liter) temperature operation, +50ºF (10° C) and higher Summer SAE 10W-30 0.63 US quart (0.6 liter) 0.53 US quart (0.5 liter) temperature operation...
PermaGreen Supreme, Inc. hereby warrants to the original purchaser that the Magnum C3C manufactured by PermaGreen Supreme, Inc. will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of delivery or the first 500 operating hours, whichever comes first, except as noted below.