TROUBLE SHOOTING YOUR HYDROSEEDER
®
:
Problem
Probable Causes
Suggested Solutions
LEAKS:
Tank bearing
Lack of lubrication -
Replace seal and follow lube
leaks.
seal worn.
Schedule.
Bolts not tightened
Tighten uniformly to 25 ft. lbs.
properly.
Pressure Clamps.
Rubber seal cracked,
Replace, always grease seal
pinched or torn.
before clamping shut.
Suction.
Rubber seal cracked,
Replace, always grease seal
pinched or torn.
before clamping shut.
Pump Shaft.
Pressure lubricator not
Replace pump seal, service
serviced.
pressure lubricator daily.
Pump Suction
Cover O-Ring bad.
Replace cover O-Ring, use grease
Cover.
when replacing.
Nozzle Camlock
Worn or no gasket.
Replace gasket.
Fittings.
PUMP:
Excessive wear.
Fertilizer with highly
Change fertilizer. Avoid abrasive
abrasive filler.
fillers.
Overloading machine with
Load machine to recommended
dry material.
capacities.
Too much time allowed
After loading and mixing has been
between loading and
completed, set agitator at 1/2 speed
discharging.
in reverse and disengage (turn off)
pump.
Recirculating all the
Close recirculation valve when
time.
discharging through the boom.
Will not turn.
Frozen.
Warm housing to melt ice.
Jammed with fertilizer or
Remove cover and clean interior.
lime.
Impeller rusted to suction
Pull cover and remove rust.
cover plate.
