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NOTE: When removing sprayer from storage transmission oil is
found leaking out of planetary drive hub inside rim, or puddle of
oil is found on rims after machine has sat for a period. The gear
reduction hubs have a mechanical seal between spindle and hub. It
is normal for oil to leak out of these seals when a machine has been
in storage.
Remove sealing tape and plastic bags from openings.
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Check engine oil level. If low, check for leaks. Add oil as
required.
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Check coolant level. If low, check for leaks. Add coolant as
required.
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Clean negative (—) battery terminals and cables and reconnect.
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Fill fuel tank with proper grade diesel fuel.
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Drain SprayMaster™ Winterizer Fluid from solution system and flush system.
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IMPORTANT: When first starting machine after removing from storage
run machine at no more than low idle for 4 minutes. Turn on air conditioning
system during this time to prevent compressor seal failure.
Start engine and warm to operating temperature. Check for leaks.
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Clean engine compartment and machine thoroughly, inside and
out.
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Check oil level in hydrostatic/hydraulic reservoir. If low,
check for leaks. Add oil as required.
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Check tire inflation.
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NOTE: Instructions for lifting machine can be found in Install
Optional Tires story in Wheels and Tires section.
Lift each corner of machine and remove JDG11094 stands or equivalent.
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Make sure that all hardware is tight.
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Lubricate all grease fittings.
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Install monitor. Check that programming is correct.
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Install clean water in solution tank and operate system to check
for leaks, before installing nozzle tips and screens.
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Inspect nozzle tips to make sure that they are all the same
size. Install tips and screens.
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Follow Boom Air Bleed Process in Recommendations For Eliminating
Air from Solution System in Solution System section.
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Operate spraying system and observe spray patterns. Adjust or
replace tips as necessary.
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Review Operator's Manual for operating adjustments and safety
information.
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Calibrate sprayer.
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Check fire extinguisher gauge (If Equipped) for proper charge.
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Check air conditioning refrigerant charge. Have system charged
if necessary.