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TURFCO T3000 Operation

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TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR
Whether you use trailers, carriers or a pickup, loading and unloading the T3000 Applicator is very easy using the
hydrostatic drive. Just approach the load area or ramps, get off the machine and slowly walk it into or onto the
transport device. Never, repeat never attempt to ride the machine while loading.
Unloading is just the opposite as loading. Walk slowly with the machine using the speed control to move the
machine. Do not attempt to drive the machine down ramps, carriers or trailers while riding the machine.
If you need to push the machine by hand, the transaxle has a freewheel "neutral" position so the machine can be
moved without starting the engine. Just place the transmission neutral lever in the 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 use the frame for transport tie down.
Loading and Unloading using Ramps
1. Position the machine at the bottom of the ramps.
2. The operator should be off the machine standing behind the operators platform.
3. Using the Speed Control Lever slowly advance the machine forward and up the ramps into the trailer, truck or
carrier. The operator will remain off the machine the entire time.
4. Unloading is the same process. The operator will remain off the machine slowly walking the machine down the
ramps.
FRONT TIEDOWN
LOCATIONS
85872 RevA
Transporting the Machine to the Worksite
FREEWHEEL
LEVER
FIGURE 16
OPERATION
PARKING
BRAKE
OP85872-11
REAR TIEDOWN
LOCATIONS
21

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Summary of Contents for TURFCO T3000

  • Page 1 Transporting the Machine to the Worksite Whether you use trailers, carriers or a pickup, loading and unloading the T3000 Applicator is very easy using the hydrostatic drive. Just approach the load area or ramps, get off the machine and slowly walk it into or onto the transport device.

  • Page 2: Operation

    TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE GROUND SPEED ENGINE RPM WRONG WRONG BENT OR MISADJUSTED TRANSAXLE ADJUSTMENT ROD V-BELT TO TRANSAXLE DAMAGED OR MISADJUSTED PARKING BRAKE ON OR NOT DISENGAGING OVERLOADED TRANSAXLE PROBLEMS STEERING PROBLEMS DAMAGED OR LOOSE STEERING CABLES...
  • Page 3 OPERATION TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SPRAYER PROBLEMS NO PRESSURE OR BLOCKED FILTER LOW PRESSURE SHUTOFF VALVE IN OFF POSITION PUMP V-BELT FAILURE OR TENSION WRONG PUMP FAILURE HOSES FROM TANK TO PUMP BLOCKED OR KINKED HOSES FROM PUMP TO REGULATOR BLOCKED OR KINKED...

  • Page 4: Service And Maintenance

    ● Inspect all the operator controls for proper Do Not Service, Inspect, Lubricate Or operation. Adjust The T3000 With Any Part of the ● Check the tires for proper inflation. Sprayer or Spinner Assembly Operating ● Inspect the spinner assembly spinner wheels.
  • Page 5 Refer to Lubrication Section in this Manual. Storage Winter Storage Protection Against Freeze Damage TO STORE THE T3000 OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD, perform a complete inspection. Refer any The pump, tanks and spray system must be protected needed service or repair to service level personnel.
  • Page 6 TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Lubrication ENGINE AND TRANSAXLE (See Figure 19) REMOVE STORAGE TRAY TO CHECK ENGINE Engine: CHECK OIL LEVELS DAILY. Follow the engine manufacturer’s manual for intervals of oil ENGINE TRANSAXLE change, oil filter replacement, proper oil types, and...
  • Page 7 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR Recommended Service Schedule WHEN TO PERFORM SERVICE WASH AND CLEAN UNIT INSPECT HARDWARE CHASSIS LUBE GREASE FITTINGS (6) ENGINE CHECK OIL LEVEL CHANGE OIL CHANGE OIL FILTER CHECK/CLEAN AIR FILTER CHANGE AIR FILTER CLEAN CARB LINKAGE...
  • Page 8 TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING GROUND SPEED CONTROL PEDAL ● Adjust pedal height by unlocking on clevis nut and (See Figure 22) turning control rod at clevis. Turning the rod in The ground speed control pedal can be adjusted if it (shorter) will lower the pedal height.
  • Page 9 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR ADJUSTING STEERING CABLE PULLEYS TIE RODS STEERING CABLES (See Figure 23) steering cables adjusted correct for wear and to take “slack” out of the steering wheel. ● Inspect the tie rods and tie rod ends.
  • Page 10 Calibrate the machine for product desired. See the product label for application rates. Calibration should only be done by licensed persons. The T3000 has two spreader widths - ● 18 foot wide for a 9 foot effective width ● 12 foot wide for a 6 foot effective width.
  • Page 11 TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR CALIBRATION Calibration for 4 lbs of fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft. at 12/6 foot spread pattern. All the steps for the 12/6 calibration are the same as the 18/9 spread with the exception of Step 3 and Step 7. You will need to change the gate rate adjuster dial and use the 23 seconds to cover 166 running feet timing to get the 1000 sq.
  • Page 12 TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR CALIBRATION Setting the “Accuway” Spread Pattern Adjuster (See Figure 25 and 27) The Accuway Spread Pattern Adjuster is a black plastic wedge that is under the spreader gate opening. When the gate is opened, the Accuway wedge controls where the material lands on the spinner wheel. This affects the throw of the material.
  • Page 13 TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR CALIBRATION Spreading Calibration Record NARROW SPREAD WIDE SPREAD SECONDS SECONDS GATE PRODUCT GATE PRODUCT DATE DIAL BEING DATE DIAL BEING TRAVEL TRAVEL SETTING SETTING SPREAD SPREAD 166' FEET 111' FEET OP85872-32 85872 RevA...

  • Page 14: Pressure Gauge

    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 T3000 tanks before adding or filling the tanks.
  • Page 15 CALIBRATION TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR Calibration of Sprayer for 9 Foot Wide Effective for Large Areas Setting the sprayer application rate for 1 quart per 1000 sq. ft. at 5 mph and 9 foot wide effective spray swath. 1. Put a few gallons of WATER in the tanks. Water only no chemicals.
  • Page 16 TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR CALIBRATION 6' Foot Wide Spray Calibration Record 6' FOOT WIDE SPRAY 6' FOOT WIDE SPRAY SECONDS SECONDS PUMP PRODUCT PUMP PRODUCT PRESSURE PRESSURE DATE BEING DATE BEING TRAVEL TRAVEL SETTING SPRAYED SETTING SPRAYED 166' FEET 166' FEET...
  • Page 17 CALIBRATION TURFCO T3000 APPLICATOR 9' Foot Wide Spray Calibration Record 9' FOOT WIDE SPRAY 9' FOOT WIDE SPRAY SECONDS SECONDS PUMP PRODUCT PUMP PRODUCT DATE PRESSURE BEING DATE PRESSURE BEING TRAVEL TRAVEL SETTING SETTING SPRAYED SPRAYED 111' FEET 111' FEET...