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T75 HydroSeeder
Operator Instructions and Parts Manual
Model MN
Serial No. _____________
T75 MN0929

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  • Page 1 ® T75 HydroSeeder Operator Instructions and Parts Manual Model MN Serial No. _____________ T75 MN0929...
  • Page 2 FOR OFFICE USE ONLY DATE UPDATE DESCRIPTION CODE 09/29/16 Initial release. MN0929...
  • Page 3 IF FINN CORPORATION DOES NOT HAVE YOUR COMPLETED REGISTRATION FORM ON FILE, YOUR WARRANTY CLAIM WILL BE DENIED. Once your FINN equipment has been registered, your FINN Limited Warranty will be activated per the warranty statement on the next page.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Pump Assembly ..........25 Continued . . . ® Hydroseeder is a registered trademark of the Finn Corporation...
  • Page 6 INDEX Pump Maintenance ........26 - 27 Troubleshooting Your HydroSeeder®...

  • Page 7: Safety First

    SAFETY FIRST With any piece of equipment, new or used, the most important part of its operation is SAFETY! FINN Corporation encourages you and your employees to familiarize yourselves with your new equipment and stresses safe operation. The first five pages of this manual are a summary of the main safety aspects associated with this unit.
  • Page 8 ® HYDROSEEDER SAFETY SUMMARY SECTION It is important that operators of this machine are familiar with all safety aspects covered in this section and have read the entire Operator’s Manual before operating the machine. Always keep a copy of this manual with the machine. It is the responsibility of the operator of the machine to fully understand this safety summary section.
  • Page 9 6. Operator(s) of equipment should 3. The recirculation valve must be open and material never ride on the machine at flowing back into the tank when using the remote speeds of greater than 5 mph valve. A closed or plugged recirculation line will (8 km/h).
  • Page 10 Drain, flush, and ventilate tank interior. Turn off engine, disconnect 8. It is recommended that only authorized, genuine battery cables, and perform FINN replacement parts be used on the machine. lockout/tagout procedures 9. Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the (29 CFR 1910.147).
  • Page 11 COMMON SAFETY DECALS Hazard / Electrical Hearing Attention Shock Hazard Hazard Arc Flash Hazard or Electrocution Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard Hazard Body Electrostatic Fumes / Dust Entanglement Discharge Hazard Hazard Hazard Electrostatic Pinch Point / Burn Hazard Sensitive Area Entanglement Hazard Hazard Carbon...
  • Page 12 COMMON SAFETY DECALS Vision Heavy Object Skin Puncture Protection Hazard Hazard Required Hearing Hot Surface Splash / Spray Protection Hazard Hazard Required Vision, Hearing Loose Clothing Stumble and Head Entanglement Hazard Protection Hazard Required Breathing, Pinch Point / Vision, Hearing Moving Belt Trip Hazard and Head...
  • Page 13 COMMON SAFETY DECALS Do Not Ride Do Not Do Not on Moving Remove Obstruct Vehicle Guards or Block Do Not Spray Do Not Touch Power Lines ADDITIONAL SAFETY DECALS...

  • Page 14: Definition Of Hydroseeding

    OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ® FOR THE FINN T75 HYDROSEEDER This manual gives you step-by-step instructions for the operation and maintenance of the FINN ® T75 HydroSeeder . For best results and to ensure longer life of the equipment, please follow the instructions carefully.

  • Page 15: Mounting The Hydroseeder

    Place hard wood spacers along the length of truck rails or use FINN spring mounting kit (part number 011562) or equivalent. ATTACHMENTS 1. Discharge Hoses: Discharge hoses are available in 50 ft. (15.2 m) and 100 ft. (30.5 m) lengths up to a total of 150 ft.

  • Page 16: Pre-Start Check

    PRESSURE DISK stem rises to maximum height. 2. Remove cap and fill cap with GREASE sodium- (water soluble) base grease (FINN part number 000698). DO NOT use lithium- base (chassis lube) grease. 3. Replace cap. 4. Turn thumb nut counterclockwise until thumb nut is at the top of the stem.

  • Page 17: Valve Operation

    EQUIPMENT CHECK (CONTINUED) When thumb nut has moved down to within 1/2 in. (1.25 cm) of touching the cap, re-service the automatic pressure lubricator. 10. Check and clean the nozzles and hoses of any obstructions or foreign materials. 11. Check pump discharge, recirculation, and remote valve handles for free movement. VALVE OPERATION A.
  • Page 18 VALVE OPERATION (CONTINUED) B. VALVE OPERATION (PLATFORM/BOOM OPTION) 1. DISCHARGE THROUGH BOOM Flow is through boom with no flow through the closed recirculation valve and pump take off valve (see Figure 3). Flow through boom is controlled by engaging (turning on) and disengaging (turning off) the slurry pump clutch and adjusting the engine RPM's.

  • Page 19: Starting Procedure

    ® The tables show loading versus coverage rates for the FINN T75S HydroSeeder . Table A shows rates for one-step applications. The coverage area is determined by the fiber mulch capacity of ®...
  • Page 20 TABLE A USING SEED, FERTILIZER, AND MULCH Unit Amount of Material in Tank in pounds (kilograms) Coverage Area Seed Fertilizer Mulch sq. ft. (sq. m) 69 (31) 80 (36) 300 (136) 8,712 (809) Table is based on 1,500 lbs. (680 kg) of mulch, 400 lbs. (181 kg) of fertilizer, and 345 lbs.

  • Page 21: Tank Capacity Chart

    TANK CAPACITY CHART: 750 Gallons BOTTOM T-75 Gallons in. (cm) from in. (cm) From (liters) Bottom (3123) (20.3) 40.5 (102.9) (3028) (22.9) 39.5 (100.3) (2839) (27.9) 37.5 (95.3) (2650) (33.0) 35.5 (90.2) (2460) (38.1) 33.5 (85.1) (2271) 17.25 (43.8) 31.25 (79.4) (2082) 19.5...

  • Page 22: Loading

    LOADING PROCEDURE Take care not to lose pens, lighters, etc. from shirt pockets, or drop pieces of paper or plastic bags into the tank, as these might plug the slurry system. Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury. Failure to comply could also result in product or property damage.
  • Page 23 LOADING PROCEDURE (CONTINUED) 6. Start loading dry material, loading the lightest material first. Agitator control should be in full REVERSE for mixing. A. Seed – Cut open the seed bag and dump contents into slurry tank. (When using inoculant, add it in the tank along with the seed.) When using quick-swelling seeds, load them just prior to application.

  • Page 24: Loading And Mixing Bfm, Fgm, Smm And Other Highly Viscous Slurries

    LOADING AND MIXING BFM, FGM, SMM AND OTHER HIGHLY VISCOUS SLURRIES 1. With the slurry pump clutch disengaged (turned off) and agitator control in the NEUTRAL position, start engine and allow it to warm up. See STARTING PROCEDURE. 2. Start filling unit with water from one of the water sources as listed below. When water reaches the top of agitator shaft, move agitator control to full REVERSE position.
  • Page 25 LOADING AND MIXING BFM, FGM, SMM AND OTHER HIGHLY VISCOUS SLURRIES (CONTINUED) 7. Start loading dry material, loading the lightest materials first. Agitator control should be in full REVERSE for mixing. Seed - Cut open the seed bag and dump contents into slurry tank. (When using inoculant, add it in the tank along with the seed.) When using quick-swelling seeds, load them just prior to application.

  • Page 26: Prior To Application

    PRIOR TO APPLICATION 1. Operators should familiarize themselves with the area to be seeded and develop a plan to ensure uniform application. 2. Develop a plan for communication between the operator and the driver of the carrying or towing vehicle to signal for start, stop, turn, etc. 3.

  • Page 27: Application Of Slurry

    APPLICATION OF SLURRY I. GENERAL APPLICATION TECHNIQUES Do not spray toward power lines, transformers or other high voltage conductors. Failure to comply will result in death or serious injury. The driver of the carrying vehicle should remain alert for hazards to the operator, such as low power lines, hanging branches, etc.

  • Page 28: Ii. Procedures When Using Hoses

    APPLICATION OF SLURRY (CONTINUED) II. PROCEDURES WHEN USING HOSES Always pump clear water through the hose before pumping mulch. If the inside hose liner is dry, it may dewater the mulch, causing the hose to plug. DISCHARGE THROUGH HOSE OR HOSE REEL WITH REMOTE VALVE 1.

  • Page 29: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE DAILY ® 1. Cleaning the HydroSeeder A. Fill slurry tank to center of agitator shaft with clean water. B. With the engine running, move agitator lever to full speed (forward or reverse) to flush off inside of tank top and walls. C.

  • Page 30: Seasonal And Winter Storage Maintenance

    The hydraulic oil filter must be replaced on schedule with a 5 absolute micron filter (FINN part number 023914). The hydraulic system relief is factory-set at 2,300 psi (15,858 kPa).
  • Page 31 Drive Hub Locknut Suction Cover Bolt Clutch Retainer Suction Cover Washer Retainer Bolt Radial Lip Seal 12LW Retainer Lockwasher Casing Bearing Electric Clutch Bearing Bolt Clutch Spacer Bearing Lockwasher Pump Frame Frame Bearing NOTE: See Parts Manual for FINN part numbers.
  • Page 32 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) SLURRY PUMP MAINTENANCE NOTE: Refer to Figure 7 for pump part callouts. Slurry pump maintenance should be done only while engine is not running and battery cables are disconnected. Failure to comply could result in minor or moderate personal injury. Failure to comply could also result in product or property damage.

  • Page 33: Pump Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) PUMP MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) C. CLEANING (CONTINUED) 3. To remove pump impeller, take the pump impeller wrench, which is stored in the tool box, and position it so that the hole is aligned with any of the eight tapped holes in the front of the pump casing (4).

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Your Hydroseeder

    ® TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HYDROSEEDER ® Because of the tremendous work load usually placed upon the HydroSeeder , minor malfunctions will occur from time to time. If not remedied immediately, they could lead to poor performance and damage to the equipment. This section describes symptoms, possible causes, and the corrective actions to take.
  • Page 35 ® TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HYDROSEEDER (CONTINUED) 2. Plugging or clogging (Continued): B. If the recirculation system is not working: 1. Disengage (turn off) the slurry pump and stop engine. 2. Remove clamps attaching recirculation valve assembly. 3. Slide rubber seals back and remove valve assembly. 4.

  • Page 36: Leaks

    ® TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HYDROSEEDER Problem Probable Causes Suggested Solutions LEAKS: Tank Bearing Lack of lubrication – seals worn Replace seals and follow lube schedule. Bolts not torqued properly Tighten uniformly to 25 lb–ft (34 N•m). Pressure Pipe Clamps Rubber seal cracked, pinched, torn Replace, always grease seal before or missing clamping shut.

  • Page 37: Valve

    ® TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HYDROSEEDER Problem Probable Causes Suggested Solutions VALVE: Valve stuck Frozen Thaw out ice and lubricate; leave valves in OPEN position during cold weather storage. Constant plugging during Foreign material in slurry Drain and clean out tank; check operation storage for foreign materials.
  • Page 38 MACHINE LUBRICATION DIAGRAM Figure 9 – Lubrication and Adjustment Points...

  • Page 39: Lubrication And Fluids Chart

     Weekly (40 Hours) Motor Oil (See Engine   Manual Recommendations) Seasonally (500 Hours) Hydraulic Oil, Finn Vulhydra or equivalent   See Engine Manual ISO grade oil (see Hydraulics System section for ISO grade oil selection) Gasoline FLUID CAPACITIES Gasoline - 8.2 gallons (31 L)
  • Page 40 9 ft. 3 in. (282 cm) 16 ft. 11 in. (516 cm) 5 ft. 10 in. (178 cm) 8 ft. 4 in. (254 cm) 13 ft. 8 in. (417 cm) 5 ft. 9 in. (175 cm)

  • Page 41: Technical Specifications

    ¹ Loads per acre based on an application rate of 1,500 lbs. mulch / acre. * Working weights are approximate and do not include options or stored materials. FINN Corporation has a policy of continuous product improvement, and reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice.
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  • Page 43 Hydroseeder ® Parts Manual Model MN...
  • Page 44 WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...

  • Page 45: Suction, Discharge, And Recirculation

    1-1/2 in. Coupler Gasket KITS AND MARKERS * When ordered: the Clump Assembly (Finn P/N: 080713) includes Pipe Clamps. [Quantity 2 (Part Number: 080366)] and a 90° Grooved Elbow [Quantity of 1 (Part Number: 002868)]. WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE...
  • Page 46 WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...

  • Page 47: Clutch / Pump Assembly

    CLUTCH / PUMP ASSEMBLY Ref. Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d  080489 Pump Suction Cover  0X0720 Suction Cover Bolt - 7/16 - 14 x 1-1/2 in.  000Y07 Suction Cover Nut - 7/16 - 14  080499 O-Ring ...
  • Page 48 WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...

  • Page 49: Hydraulic System

    HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Ref. No. Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d  012044 Pressure Gauge  012087 #12 MSAE - #12 MJIC Adapter  023616 3/4 in. MNPT - #12 MJIC Adapter  023911 3/4 in. FNPT - #8 MSAE Adapter ...

  • Page 50: Hydraulic Pump Drive Assembly

    HYDRAULIC PUMP DRIVE ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d  3/8 X 1 in. Lg. Bolt 080642 Hydraulic Pump F60-0016-03 Hydraulic Pump Mounting Plate  3/8 in. Hex Nut 080807 Coupling Half 5/8 in. Bore with 5/32 Keyway 080809 Coupling Sleeve 080808 Coupling Half 1 in.

  • Page 51: Hydraulic Agitator Drive Assembly

    HYDRAULIC AGITATOR DRIVE ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d  1/2 X 1-1/2 in. Lg. Bolt 080482 Hydraulic Motor F60-0016-01 Torque Arrestor Plate  1/2 Hex Nut 080523 Rigid Coupling Assembly 007420 Bearing and Seal Assembly (See Bearing / Agitator Assembly) 005081-02 Agitator Drive Stub Shaft with 3/8 Keyway NOT SHOWN...
  • Page 52 1-1/2" Agitator NOTE: Shaft Through To tighten, Turn nut not bolt. Back Side Torque to 25 lb–ft (34 N m) DO NOT OVER TORQUE Outside Of Tank Wall Bearing Assy. #007420 (Includes Items 1–10) WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...

  • Page 53: Bearing / Agitator Assembly

    BEARING / AGITATOR ASSEMBLY Ref. No. Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d  Y08SS Agitator Nut 4 per  012605 Bevel Sealing Washer 4 per  007705 Grease Fitting 1 per  007211 Flangette with Lube Coupling 1 per  008154 Male to Female Adapter ...
  • Page 54 WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...

  • Page 55: Discharge Boom

    DISCHARGE BOOM Ref. No. Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d  005734 Boom Weldment  Z0632SCP Square Head Set Screw - 3/8 - 16 x 2 in. Long  080559-01 Boom Handle  007286 Discharge Balance Torsion Spring  005528-03 Adjusting Collar ...
  • Page 56 WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...

  • Page 57: Common Loose Parts

    COMMON LOOSE PARTS AND ENGINE Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d F60-0005 Platform F75-0013 Right Support Angle 080590-01 Platform Support Angle F75-0014 Ladder F75-0002 Tank Top 190044 Tank Top Gasket 20 ft. 080706 Agitator Control Rod 022801 Clevis and Pin 080705 Agitator Control Rod Conduit 005178...
  • Page 58 COMMON LOOSE PARTS AND ENGINE (CONTINUED) Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d NOT SHOWN F75-0007-02 Fill Port Gusset 011115 2 in. Fill Port U-bolt 052160 Tool Box (Skid Unit Only) 080566 Throttle Control Cable Assembly 080567 Choke Cable Assembly 080483 Kohler 23.5 HP Engine KL1205001 Oil Filter...

  • Page 59: Hatch Assembly

    HATCH ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d 080674 Hatch Lid 005565 Hatch Lid Lanyard 005433 Soft Latch 080675 Hatch Liner F60-0002-01 Hatch Shim 070627 Hatch Lid Hinge 002909 Handle NOT SHOWN 190044 Foam Gasket 12.5 (Ft) WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...
  • Page 60 WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...

  • Page 61: Trailer Assembly Parts

    TRAILER ASSEMBLY PARTS Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d 085152 Rubber Stud Mount 005134 Ball Coupler (Optional) 080043 Tow Ring (Optional) 005135 2-5/16 in. Ball (Optional) 002909 Handle 080591-03 Safety Chain Rod Weldment 023915 Clevis Grab Hook - Self-Lock 190028 Safety Chain (3 ft) F75-0005 Fender...

  • Page 62: Axle Assembly

    AXLE ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d 080821 Axle with Spindles, Hubs and Drums 005823-01 Brake Assembly LH Side 1 per axle 005824-01 Brake Assembly RH Side 1 per axle 005822-01 Grease Seal 1 per side 005821-01 Inner Bearing Cone 1 per side 005820-01 Inner Bearing Race...

  • Page 63: Guard Rails

    GUARD RAILS Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d 080726 Right Guard Rail 080816 Gate 080815 Left Guard Rail 080536-18 Cross Rail F75-0008 Boom Support Plate NOT SHOWN F75-0014 Ladder 080591-04 Foot Pedal Guard 013122 Gate Spring WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...

  • Page 64: Control Panel Wiring

    CLUTCH BUTTON BLACK WHITE IGNITION SWITCH CLUTCH WHITE SWITCH WHITE HOURMETER HORN BUTTON HORN WHITE CLUTCH ENGINE BLACK PLUG CONTROL PANEL WIRING Ref. Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d  007274 Hour Meter  080654 Ignition Switch 080654-K Ignition Key 020886 Horn Button 006499...

  • Page 65: Trailer Wiring

    BROWN BROWN BROWN WHITE STARTER BROWN BROWN TAIL LIGHTS (Brown) NOT USED LEFT TURN RIGHT TURN (Yellow) (Green) GROUND ELECTRIC BRAKES (White) (Black) TRAILER PLUG CONNECTIONS TRAILER WIRING Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d 075592 7-Blade Trailer Plug 023424 Breakaway Switch 005137 Taillight - Left-Hand Side 005137-A...

  • Page 66: Tool Kit

    Narrow Fan Nozzle 006096 Male Adapter 160762 Reducer Bushing 006515 Coupler Gasket - 1-1/2 in. 006514 Coupler Gasket - 2 in. 012681A Finn Beige Aerosol Paint 080535 Remote Valve Assembly 012083 Full Port Ball Valve 080260 Male Adapter 080261 Female Coupler 160307...

  • Page 67: Seal Repair Kits

    SEAL REPAIR KITS Part Number Description No. Required 023120 Seal Kit for Hydraulic Valve #080743 080615 Seal Kit for Hydraulic Motor #080482 080616 Seal Kit for Hydraulic Pump #080642 080183 Boom Swivel Seal Kit 007420 Agitator Bearing and Seal Kit 008190 Pressure Lubricator Repair Kit #002383 WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE...
  • Page 68 HOSE REEL WIRING MOTOR Black CIRCUIT BREAKER SOLENOID STARTER REEL Blue BUTTON WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...

  • Page 69: Hose Reel

    HOSE REEL Ref. Part Number Description No. Req’d 080801 Hose Reel With 1/2 HP (12V) Motor 008188 Electric Motor 080801-01 Friction Brake Assembly 080801-02 90° Inlet 080801-03 Bearing Housing Sub Assembly 080801-04 Spindle 1-1/2 in. Female Pipe - Ductile 080801-06 Gooseneck - 11 in.
  • Page 70 24 23 WHEN ORDERING PARTS, BE SURE TO STATE SERIAL NUMBER OF MACHINE T75 MN0929...

  • Page 71: Decals (Skid)

    DECALS (SKID) Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 023174 Decal "FINN" 012661-07 Decal "T75" 011595 Decal "HydroSeeder"  Lift Point Decal  Decal "Service Weekly"  "DANGER! Confined Space Hazard" Decal  "Operating Instructions" Decal  Decal "Gasoline" ...
  • Page 72 9, 39 10 31 32 33 35 36 37 DECALS (SKID) Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d  Decal "AGITATOR" Operation  Body Entanglement Hazard Decal  Decal "750 Gallons"  Decal "500 Gallons"  Decal "400 Gallons"  Decal "250 Gallons"...
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  • Page 75: Decals (Trailer)

    DECALS (TRAILER) Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d 023174 Decal "FINN" 012661-07 Decal "T75" 011595 Decal "HydroSeeder"  Lift Point Decal  Decal "Service Weekly"  "DANGER! Confined Space Hazard" Decal  "Operating Instructions" Decal  Decal "Gasoline" ...
  • Page 76 9, 39 10 31 32 33 35 36 37 DECALS (TRAILER) Ref. No. Part Number Description No. Req’d  Decal "AGITATOR" Operation  Body Entanglement Hazard Decal  Decal "750 Gallons"  Decal "500 Gallons"  Decal "400 Gallons"  Decal "250 Gallons"...

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