Finn HydroSeeder TITAN280 Service manual

TITAN MB2017 Rev.A
TITAN280/TITAN330/TITAN400
HydroSeeder
®
Operator Instructions and Parts Manual
Model MB Serial No. _____________
9281 LeSaint Drive • Fairfield, Ohio 45014
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
Sales: 1-800-543-7166
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FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
DATE UPDATE DESCRIPTION CODE
09/20/17 Initial release; Agitator Improvement MB2017
11/10/17 Revision A: Added Hose Protector and Swivel Adapter Fitting MB2017

What should you do if you need repairs or parts under Warranty?
How to get parts and or repairs done under warranty:
Notify YOUR DEALER immediately when you discover a faulty material, workmanship, or
faulty component. Do not wait weeks or months to get it reported. Be sure to tell the dealer
that this is a failure that occurred under warranty.
NOTE: Warranty work must be done by a Finn Authorized Dealer in order to be covered
by the Finn Warranty Program, unless otherwise approved by the Finn Warranty
Administrator.
Instructions to Dealer on processing warranty work:
Initiating a claim
1. Be sure to have the model, serial number and number of hours on unit.
2. A description of the problem as understood at the time.
3. Call Finn’s Warranty Administrator to secure warranty claim authorization number.
4. Confirm with Warranty Administrator that the unit is eligible for warranty coverage.
5. Any parts needed for the repair work should be placed with the Warranty Administrator
instead of the parts department. These will be shipped to you at no charge pending the
outcome of the investigation.
6. Labor hours must coincide with the published “Labor Schedule” or estimate approved
by the Finn Warranty Administrator.
7. Once work is done, a Finn Warranty Claim Form must be filled out and emailed along
with any related receipts or invoices to the Warranty Administrator. We ask that this is
done ASAP after work is completed.
Faulty or failed parts:
IF Finn wants you to return failed parts, you will receive a return shipping label in the
package with new parts. On that Label will be marked a return authorization number. (Which
is the same number as you claim number.)
Please also mark the outside of the package that you are shipping back (using a marker)
with the claim/return number. THESE PARTS MUST BE RETURNED WITHIN 10 DAYS!
Failure to do so can void warranty coverage.
NOTE: Further information and related forms can be found on the Finn Web site in the
Dealer Portal warranty section.
ACTIVATE YOUR FINN EQUIPMENT WARRANTY
It is the responsibility of the Finn Dealer to register your Finn Equipment shortly after the
equipment start-up and operation overview at which time you will be asked to sign off on
the WARRANTY VALIDATION FORM.
Be sure to confirm with your sales representative that this has been done.
This registration process activates the Finn Limited Warranty.

Continued . . .
INDEX
SAFETY FIRST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
SAFETY SUMMARY SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 42
Definition of Hydroseeding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
The FINN HydroSeeder®and How It Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Mounting The HydroSeeder
®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Dimensions, Capacities, and Truck Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 - 9
Truck Mounting Calculations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
General Mounting Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Attachments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Pre-Start Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Equipment Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Two-Valve Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 - 13
1. Discharge Through Boom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2. Extension Hose Through Boom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3. Extension Hose or Hose Reel Through Remote Port . . . . . . . . . . 13
Starting Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 - 17
PowerView . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 - 17
Faceplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
PowerView Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 - 17
PowerView Menus (First Time Start-Up). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Stored Fault Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Area Coverage - Material Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 - 19
Tank Capacity Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 - 21
Loading (For Wood Fiber Mulch). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 - 23
Loading and Mixing BFM, FGM, SMM, and
Other Highly Viscous Slurries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 - 24
Prior to Application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Discharge Nozzle Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Application of Slurry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 - 28
I. General Application Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
II. Discharge Through the Boom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
III. Procedures When Using Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 - 28
A. Pump Take-Off System or Hose Reel With Remote Valve. . . . 27
B. Extension Hose System Without Remote Valve. . . . . . . . . . . . 27
C. Hose Work With Radio Remote Transmitter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Reloading Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Liming With The HydroSeeder®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Troubleshooting Your HydroSeeder
®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 - 33
Hydroseeder®is a registered trademark of the FINN Corporation

INDEX (Continued)
OPERATION AND MAINTENACE (Continued)
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 - 39
After First 4 to 8 Hours of Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Daily. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Weekly or Every 40 Hours of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Seasonal and Winter Storage Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Hydraulic System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Clump Maintenance Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 - 39
Lubrication and Fluids Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 - 41
PARTS SECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 - 91
Structure and Railing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 - 47
Hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 - 49
Discharge Boom Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 - 51
Second Discharge Boom Assembly (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 - 53
Engine and Radiator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 - 55
Radiator Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 - 57
Clump, Piping and Discharge Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 - 59
Clump Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 - 61
Clump with Detailed Clutch Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 - 65
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 - 67
Ground Level Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Bearing and Seal Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 - 71
Agitator Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 - 73
Hydraulic Agitator Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 - 75
Hydraulic System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 - 79
Hydraulic System, Third Agitator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 - 81
Hose Reel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 - 85
Tool Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Spare Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 - 91

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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. Be sure to read and
understand completely before operating the machine.
The symbols below are used throughout the operation
and maintenance sections of this manual to call
attention to safety procedures.
Danger indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, WILL result in death or
serious injury.
Warning indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, COULD result in death or
serious injury.
Caution indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, MAY result in minor or
moderate injury.
Notice indicates important
information, that if not followed,
MAY cause damage to equipment.
NOTE: This is helpful information.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
The engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and
other reproductive harm. Wear protective equipment.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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HYDROSEEDER®SAFETY SUMMARY SECTION
It is important that all 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. Remember that YOU are the key to
safety. Good safety practices protect not only you but also the people working with and around
you. Keep in mind that this safety section is written for this type of machine only. Practice all
other usual and customary safe working precautions. Above all, remember that safety is up to you.
The FINN HydroSeeder®is designed to mix and apply water, seed, fertilizer, agricultural lime, and hydraulic
mulch to the prepared seedbed. The resultant slurry from mixing one or more of the above materials may
react, causing harmful or deadly gasses within the tank. Heat, evaporation, or extended emptying period can/
will accelerate the formation of these gasses. Please contact your supplier(s) of these slurry components
regarding their potential reactivity.
I. PRE-START EQUIPMENT CHECK (equipment
check is to be made with the engine off)
1. If you have a chassis-mounted
unit, check devices securing
HydroSeeder®to the truck or
trailer frame.
2. If HydroSeeder®is a trailer unit, check hitch and hitch
bolts, lights, brakes, and all safety components.
3. Make sure loading hatch bag cutter is in place and
secure.
4. Check that all guard railing is in place and secure.
5. Verify that all guards are in place.
6. With the ignition switch ON, verify that the signal horn
is operating correctly.
7. By carefully looking down through the loading hatch,
inspect the slurry tank for foreign objects. Never enter
the tank without following the procedures described in
step 3 of section
IV. MAINTENANCE.
8. Remove unnecessary objects (or material) from the
tank top.
9. Make sure no one is working on or inside the machine.
Give a visual and audible signal that all is clear, before
starting the engine.
10. Inspect all hydraulic hoses for cracks, bulges, or
damage. If hoses are bad, replace immediately.
11. Inspect all discharge hoses for cracks, bulges, or
damage. If hoses are bad, replace immediately.
II.MACHINE OPERATION
1. Always wear safety goggles when
operating the machine. Other
safety attire such as safety shoes,
ear protection, gloves, hard hats,
dust masks, etc. should be worn
as required by warning decals on
machine, operator’s manuals, or job
site requirements. Remove rings, watches, etc. Avoid
wearing loose-fitting clothing that may get caught in
rotating machinery.
2. Do not operate the machine without
all guards in place.
3. Do not load unit while in transit. Load only when
parked and unit is as level as possible. Take care not
to drop pens, lighters, etc. or pieces of paper or plastic
bags into the tank, as these objects might plug the
slurry system. Should any object be dropped into the
tank, do NOT reach into the tank to retrieve the foreign
object. See step 3 under section IV. MAINTENANCE
before allowing any personnel to enter the tank.
4. Make sure area to be sprayed is clear of all persons,
animals, etc.
5. The driver of the carrying or towing vehicle is
responsible for the safety of the operator(s) of the
machine. Make sure the driver is aware of and
avoids all possible hazards to the operator(s) of the
machine, such as low tree limbs, low power lines, etc.
Vehicles on which equipment is mounted or towed
must be stopped and started gradually. Avoid abrupt
starts or stops. Never operate on a slope or a hill that
may endanger the driver and/or the operator(s). All
personnel should review and be familiar with stop/
start signals between the driver and operator(s) before
going into operation. Only the operator should be
located on the platform during operation.

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4. Recirculation valve must be open and material flowing
back into the tank when using the remote valve. A
closed or plugged recirculation line will cause extreme
heat in the pump or discharge lines that will result in
severe bodily injury and damage to the equipment.
5. During application through a hose, high pressure
can be exerted at the end of the hose. Hose-holding
personnel must establish good footing. The operator
should apply gradual pressure to the hose only after
hose-holding personnel are firmly positioned and have
firm control of the hose. Additional personnel to direct
hose may be necessary if working on slopes. The
proper technique for grasping the hose used by hose-
holding personnel is to route and firmly grasp the hose
over the shoulder or under both arms. Never route/
hold the hose so it goes between the legs. If the hose-
holding personnel finds that it is uncomfortable for him
to handle the hose by himself, additional hose-holding
personnel should be positioned at the end of the hose.
6. Before opening any valves or pipe
clamps, shut machine down and
check if material in the pipe is hot.
If hot, do NOT open valve or pipe
clamps as the hot material may cause
severe personal injury. Allow to cool
and open with caution.
7. Except when loading materials, keep
loading hatch lid closed to protect
operator and prevent splashing of wet
material onto the tank top.
8. Wash off spillage of slippery mulch or slurry additive
from the tank top and platform before operating
equipment.
IV. MAINTENANCE
1. Before servicing the machine, turn off
engine and allow all moving parts to
stop. To prevent accidental starting,
disconnect battery cables. Tag the
engine operating area to show that
the machine is being serviced.
Use lockout/tagout procedure
(Occupational Health and Safety
Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR
1910.147).
2. It is recommended that only authorized, genuine FINN
replacement parts be used on the machine.
3. Do not use ether cold start fluid,
if engine is equipped with glow
plug-type preheater, or other intake
manifold type preheater. It could
cause an explosion or fire and severe
injury or death.
II.MACHINE OPERATION (Continued)
6. Operator(s) of equipment should
never ride on the machine at speeds
of greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).
7. Never operate machine in an
enclosed area without venting the
engine exhaust of both the equipment
and vehicle on which the equipment
is mounted. Deadly carbon monoxide
fumes can accumulate.
8. Never operate this or any other
machinery when fatigued, tired, under
the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs,
or medication. You must be in good
physical condition and mentally alert
to operate this machine.
9. Never modify the machine. Never remove any part
of the machine (except for service and then reinstall
before operating).
10. Use proper means (steps, ladder)
for mounting and dismounting of the
machine. Never mount or dismount a
moving machine.
III. SLURRY APPLICATION
1. Do not aim discharge spray toward
power-lines, transformers, or other
high voltage electrical conductors.
Also do not aim discharge spray
towards people, animals or anything
other than the intended application
area.
2. Never engage
(turn on) the
slurry pump
when both the
recirculation and
discharge valves
are closed (as
illustrated to the
right). Operation
with both valves
closed will result
in extreme heat
generation that
could cause severe bodily injury and damage to the
equipment.
3. Plan application so that the farthest area is covered
first, then work back toward the HydroSeeder®, so
individuals are not walking back over slippery ground.

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HYDROSEEDER®SAFETY
SUMMARY SECTION
IV. MAINTENANCE (Continued)
4. Certain
hydroseeding
amendments, when
combined with or
without the addition
of water or heat or
the element of time,
may react causing
harmful or deadly
gasses. Consult
your material
suppliers regarding reactivity information. The slurry
tank must be flushed and drained after each day of
operation.
5. Your slurry tank may be considered a confined space
by OSHA under 29 CFR 1910.146. Before entering
any confined space, your company must develop a
procedure for safe entry. Make sure your company’s
plan meets all the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.146,
or local legal requirement, including the following:
a) Drain, flush, and ventilate tank interior.
b) Turn off engine, disconnect
battery cables, and perform lockout/
tagout procedures
(29 CFR 1910.147).
c) Provide continuous ventilation or proper breathing
apparatus.
d) If tank must be entered, personnel entering the
tank must be tethered to a lifeline.
e) Provide a stand-by individual outside of tank who
is able to communicate with person inside and haul
him out with the lifeline if necessary.
6. Before loosening any clamps or
opening any valves, determine if
material in the line is hot by feeling
the pipe. Do NOT allow material
to come in contact with personnel.
Severe bodily injury could result.
7. On trailer units, perform general
maintenance such as checking the
safety chains, hitch and hitch bolts,
tires, and brakes. Repair or replace
if worn or broken. Never operate
machine on improperly inflated or
damaged tires. Always use a safety
cage or cable restraints when inflating a repaired tire.
8. Radiator maintenance: Liquid cooling
systems build up pressure as the
engine gets hot. Before removing
radiator cap, stop the engine and let
the system cool. Remove radiator cap
only after the coolant is cool.
9. Battery maintenance: Lead-acid
batteries contain sulfuric acid, which
will damage eyes or skin on contact.
Always wear a face shield to avoid
getting acid in the eyes. If acid
contacts the eyes, flush immediately
with clean water and get medical attention. Wear
rubber gloves and protective clothing to keep acid
off skin. Lead-acid batteries produce flammable and
explosive gasses. Keep arcs, sparks, flames, and
lighted tobacco away.
10. Filling of fuel: Never fill the tank with
the engine running, while smoking,
or when near an open flame. Never
smoke while handling fuel or working
on the fuel system. The fumes in an
empty fuel container are explosive.
Never cut or weld on fuel lines, tanks, or containers.
Move at least 10 ft. (3 m) away from fueling point
before starting engine. Wipe off any spilled fuel and let
dry before starting engine.
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to allow fuel, lubricant,
hydraulic fluid, or cooling fluids to penetrate into the
ground or be discharged into the water system. Collect
all fluids and dispose of them in accordance with local
municipal regulations.
11. Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid under
pressure can penetrate the skin or
eyes and cause injury, blindness, or
death. Pressure may build up in the
hydraulic system; use caution when
removing the cap.
12. Make certain that all decals on the machine are
maintained in good legible condition. Replacement
decals are available through FINN Corporation by
specifying part number shown in the lower right-hand
corner of the decal. See page 5 for the current safety
decals mounted on the unit. See the Parts Section of
this manual for the location and quantity of all decals
on this unit.
13. Do not pressure wash this unit. Do
not pressure wash around any control
boxes, radio remotes or control
panels. Pressure washing this unit
can cause damage to the electrical
systems and components and also
cause the unit to not function. Pressure washing
injects water into sensitive electrical components. To
clean the unit, use a method that controls the amount
of water that is applied to surface of the unit.

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COMMON SAFETY SYMBOLS
Hazard/
Attention Electrical Shock Hazard Hearing Hazard
Arc Flash
Hazard or
Explosion
Hazard
Electrocution
Hazard Fire Hazard
Body
Entanglement
Hazard
Electrostatic
Discharge
Hazard
Fumes/Dust
Hazard
Burn Hazard Electrostatic
Sensitive Area
Hazard
Pinch Point/
Entanglement
Hazard
Carbon Dioxide
Hazard
Explosive or
High Pressure
Hazard
Grounding
Required
Hazard
Corrosive
Hazard Explosive Material Hazard Crush Hazard
Cut/Crush
Hazard Vision Damage Hazard Crush/Pinch- point Hazard
Cut/Sever
Hazard
Vision and
Hearing
Damage
Hazard
Crush/
Entrapment
Hazard
Sever/Reach
Hazard
Vision, Hearing
and Respiratory
Damage
Hazard
High Voltage
Hazard

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COMMON SAFETY SYMBOLS
Heavy Object
Hazard Skin Puncture Hazard
Vision
Protection
Required
Hot Surface
Hazard Splash/Spray Hazard
Hearing
Protection
Required
Loose Clothing
Entanglement
Hazard Stumble Hazard
Vision, Hearing
and Head
Protection
Required
Pinch Point/
Moving Belt
Hazard Trip Hazard
Breathing,
Vision, Hearing
and Head
Protection
Required
Poison
Hazard
Watch Head/
Overhead
Hazard
Foot
Protection
Required
Radio
Frequency
Hazard
Fall/Loss of
Balance Hazard
Lockout/Tagout
Procedure
Required
Remote Start
Hazard
Mandatory
Operator Action
Required
Gloves
Required
Sever by
Rotating Parts
Hazard Read Manual Trailer Safety
Rotating Shaft
Hazard
Breathing
Protection
Required Lift Point

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SAFETY DECAL EXAMPLES
P/N 5216
BURN HAZARD!
Contents could be
under pressure.
DO NOT come in
contact with material.
Ensure material in line
is not hot before
loosening clamps or
opening valves.
DO NOT operate pump
with both recirculation
and discharge valves
closed.
DO NOT use remote
valve unless
recirculation valve is
open.
Excessive heat or
bodily injury could
occur.
Failure to comply could
result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
P/N 11567
DANGER
ELECTROCUTION
HAZARD!
DO NOT aim stream
toward electrical
lines.
Avoid spraying
toward bystanders.
Failure to comply
will result in death
or serious injury.
P/N 12179
Do not operate
without guards in
place.
Failure to comply
could result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
012278
BURN HAZARD!
Hot exhaust!
Stay back!
Failure to comply could result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
CONFINED SPACE HAZARD!
(Reference: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146)
Before entering tank:
1.Drain, flush, and ventilate tank interior.
2.Turn off engine and disconnect battery cables.
3.Continuously ventilate area or wear appropriate breathing apparatus.
4.Provide standby individual outside tank able to communicate with
person inside and able to remove him with a lifeline if necessary.
FLYING MATERIAL HAZARD!
Wear eye protection around operating equipment.
Failure to comply will result in death or serious injury. P/N 12686-01
DANGER
P/N 12821
FALL HAZARD!
All gates must be closed during operation.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
P/N 31462
BURN HAZARD!
Cooling system is under pressure.
Allow system to cool before handling.
Remove radiator cap slowly.
Wear appropriate safety gear.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
RADIATOR HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Use a 50/50 solution of water and antifreeze. Using 100% antifreeze will result in engine damage.
2. Check and replenish water prior to use. More water will be consumed when operating in hot conditions.
3. If overflow pipe begins emitting vapor, check and replenish water.
4. Remove and clean screen when dirty.
5. Check and clean fins periodically. Clogged fins will increase water consumption.
6. Protect radiator from fertilizer corrosion by washing radiator core with water.
WARNING
P/N 31463
SEVER HAZARD!
Keep hands clear!
Rotating fan and gears.
DO NOT operate without guards or doors in place.
Shut off engine, disconnect battery, and allow all moving parts to
stop before servicing.
FLYING DEBRIS!
Wear eye protection around equipment.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Do Not Ride on
Moving Vehicle Do Not Remove Guards Do Not Obstruct or Block
Do Not Spray
Power Lines Do Not Touch Do Not Pressure Wash
COMMON SAFETY SYMBOLS

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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR THE
FINN TITAN280/TITAN330/TITAN400 HYDROSEEDER®
This manual gives you step-by-step instructions for the operation and maintenance of the FINN
HydroSeeder®. For best results and to ensure longer life of the equipment, please follow these
instructions carefully. For your safety, read the entire manual before operating this unit.
DEFINITION OF HYDROSEEDING
Hydroseeding is the process whereby seed, fertilizer and/or lime, and wood fiber mulch (using water
as a carrying medium) are applied on the soil to establish vegetation.
THE FINN HYDROSEEDER®AND HOW IT WORKS
The FINN HydroSeeder®will apply seed, fertilizer and/or lime, wood fiber mulch, or stabilizing
materials in any prescribed or desired combination. The materials placed in the HydroSeeder®
slurry tank are mixed with water and kept in suspension by a dual-agitation process, recirculation of
slurry and mechanical agitation, thus forming a slurry that is pumped to the discharge assembly and
directed onto the seed bed by the operator. This equipment is designed to accomplish hydroseeding
in one easy operation with maximum efficiency.
MOUNTING THE HYDROSEEDER®
For speed and mobility of operation, the HydroSeeder®should be mounted on a truck or trailer.
However, it is important to select a carrier with sufficient capacity to handle the added weight.
Pick-up hooks on HydroSeeders®are for lifting empty machines ONLY.
Use appropriate spreader bar for the tank width. Ensure all capacities
of lifting devices are rated for 15,000 lb (6,800 kg) or greater. Failure to comply will result in
death or serious injury.
DIMENSIONS, CAPACITIES, AND TRUCK REQUIREMENTS
*CF Back of cab to end of frame
CDistance from HydroSeeder®front to
center of gravity
*CA Back of cab to center of rear axle or
trunnion on tandem
*FFront axle weight – Empty
*FL Front axle weight – Loaded
GDistance from center of bogie to
HydroSeeder.center of gravity
HW HydroSeeder® weight
*RE Rear axle weight – Empty
*RL Rear axle weight – Loaded
*WB Truck wheel base
* These dimensions needed from the truck supplier as well as front axle capacity and rear axle capacity.
** Truck GVW depends on the truck weight. CA dimensions are approximate only, and depend on the front
and rear axle capacities, as well as the front and rear empty axle weights.
*** Weight of HydroSeeder®, water, and full charge of granular solids only. No auxiliary equipment or loads
included.
TITAN280
English (Metric)
Truck GVW **
CA **
C (loaded)
C (empty)
OAL
HW (empty)
HW (water only)
HW (full load) ***
49,600 lb
120 in.
82 in.
122 in.
209 in.
11,690 lb
34,790 lb
38,350 lb
(22,320 kg)
(304+ cm)
(208 cm)
(309+ cm)
(530+ cm)
(5,300 kg)
(15,780 kg)
(17,390 kg)
TITAN330
English (Metric)
61,000 lb
157 in.
100 in.
134 in.
250 in.
12,340 lb
40,480 lb
44,750 lb
(27,669 kg)
(398+ cm)
(254 cm)
(340+ cm)
(635+ cm)
(5,600 kg)
(18,361 kg)
(20,300 kg)
TITAN400
English (Metric)
64,000 lb
170 in.
112 in.
150 in.
287 in.
13,180 lb
42,480 lb
46,750 lb
(29,029 kg)
(431+ cm)
(284 cm)
(381+ cm)
(730+ cm)
(5,978 kg)
(19,268 kg)
(21,200 kg)

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FE
FL WB RE
RL
CA CF OAL
CG
HW
ABODY GUIDE OF HEAVY ANGLE, SHOULD BE BOLTED
OR WELDED TO THE HYDROSEEDER® LEG NEAR THE
FRONT END OF THE TANK. IT SHOULD EXTEND BELOW
THE LEG AND CONTACT WEAR PLATE BOLTED TO THE
FRAME SIDE RAIL. THIS GUIDE RESTRICTS LATERAL
MOVEMENT OF TANK & THUS RELIEVES SHEAR STRESS
ON MOUNTINGS.
SHIMS MAY BE REQUIRED FOR
PROPER ALIGNMENT OF GUIDE
PLATE TO WEAR PLATE.
SLOTTED ANGLE ON TOP
WITH 1/2” THICK COVER
STRAP
MOUNTING
KIT
#011562
3/16” GAP
3/8” x 6” WIDE MIN.-
WELD SECURELY TO
HYDROSEEDER®. BOLT
TO TRUCK CHASSIS.
IMPORTANT:
INSURE THAT TUBES
ARE INSERTED TO PRE-
VENT FULL COMPRES-
SION OF SPRINGS WHEN
BOLTS ARE TIGHTENED.
5/8” GRADE 8 BOLT &
NUTS. - ALLPLACES.
WARNING:
DO NOT WELD OR DRILL
TRUCK FRAME IN THIS AREA.
FULLLENGTH SPACER THICK
ENOUGH TO COVER RIVET
HEADS; DRILLCLEARANCE
HOLES FOR RIVET HEADS
WHERE NEEDED. 2"
(WB x FL) – (WB x FE) = G
HW
WB x (RE + HW - RL.) = G
HW
G + C must be equal to or less than CA
(WB x FE) + (G x HW) = FL
WB
(WB x RE) + HW x (WB – G) = RL
WB
Figure 1 – Truck Mounting Calculations and Dimensions
GENERAL MOUNTING GUIDELINES
Figure 2 – General Truck Mounting Guidelines
Your FINN HydroSeeder®should be mounted by a qualified truck body
installer. Failure to comply could result in minor or moderate personal
injury. Product damage could also occur.
Mounting the HydroSeeder®to the truck must allow for tire clearance
and frame twist. Place hard wood spacers along the length of truck
rails or use FINN spring mounting kit (part number 011562) or equivalent. Two spring kits are
required for the TITAN400.
TRUCK MOUNTING CALCULATIONS

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ATTACHMENTS
1. Hose Reel: The live hose reel will mount on the HydroSeeder®or on the truck frame.
The 200 ft (61 m) capacity hydraulic rewind reel will wind up and store empty hose. A pivoting
feature provides three locking positions, enabling curbside, 45 degree, and rear hose
discharge. The entire hose reel is protected by a UV-protective canopy.
2. Hardened Pump Parts: Pump casing, impeller, and suction cover are treated with special
material designed to resist wear.
3. Rear Spray Bar: The spray bar option is not designed for slurry application but for the
dispersion of liquids for dust control, watering, feeding and washing applications. Rear spray
bar is arranged so that operation is remotely controlled from the truck cab.
4. Radio Remote: The Remtron Remote is a Radio Frequency (RF) control system, designed
to provide the machine operator with the ability to remotely operate equipment. The
remote control system consists of two major modules: The transmitter (see Fig. 3) and the
receiver. (see Fig.4) The transmitter is designed with rocker switches for PUMP ON/OFF
and THROTTLE UP, THROTTLE DOWN (Decrease), and a red STOP button that kills the
engine. With control of the engine throttle, the operator can precisely adjust the pump flow to
whatever output the situation requires (i.e., for close-up work around buildings). The ability to
remotely shut off the pump allows the operator to close the recirculation valve for increased
performance during hose work. Carrying the remote valve at the end of the hose becomes
unnecessary.
NOTE: For remote pump on/off control, the clutch cylinder must be
connected to an air supply.
Figure 3 – Transmitter Figure 4 – Receiver
5. Air Flush System: The air flush option uses compressed air to purge any remaining mulch
slurry from the HydroSeeder®hose, the discharge boom and the recirculation piping. To
maximize performance, all discharge plumbing should be purged after every load. The air flush
system provides a quick and easy means of purging without the need to acquire a flush tank
and an additional water supply.
6. The second boom option enables spraying from both sides of the tank for larger spray areas
without moving the vehicle. The dual discharge boom system can be operated simultaneously.

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PRE-START CHECK
Safety check to ensure operator safety:
1. Check condition of all mounting hardware that secures HydroSeeder®to truck frame.
2. Make sure bag cutter is in place and secure.
3. Inspect all railings, ensuring they are all in place and secure.
4. Make sure that all guards are in place.
5. With the ignition switch ON, verify that the amber safety light, under the operator’s
platform, is flashing.
EQUIPMENT CHECK
Equipment check should be made with the engine OFF and all rotating
parts stopped. Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
1. See that tool kit contains all the prescribed items. See TOOL KIT on page 74.
2. Inspect slurry tank for foreign objects. See MAINTENANCE of the HYDROSEEDER®SAFETY
SUMMARY SECTION.
3. Check fuel level.
4. Check the hydraulic oil level. See HYDRAULIC SYSTEM on page 29 for oil specifications.
5. Check engine oil level. For oil type refer to engine manual.
6. Check fluid level in radiator.
7. Inspect air cleaner for dust and dirt, clean if necessary.
8. Secure drain plug on the outside-bottom of slurry tank.
9. Check to be certain pump drain plug is in place.
10. Lubricate equipment. See LUBRICATION AND FLUIDS CHART on pages 30 and 31.
11. Engage and disengage clutch to determine if it snaps in and out.
12. Check and clean nozzle of obstructions.
13. Check pump discharge and recirculation valve handles for free movement.
14. Make sure all tank vents are clean and open. Do not plug or cap.

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TWO-VALVE OPERATION
This HydroSeeder®is equipped with two independently operated ball valves to control slurry flow.
One is located in the recirculation line below the platform and the other is located in the discharge
line above the platform. The valve handles should be positioned as shown in Figures 6 and 7 for the
particular application required.
Never engage (turn on) the slurry pump clutch when both valve handles
are positioned as shown in Figure 5. If both valves are closed, a situation
of extreme heat generation will result. Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
Failure to comply could also result in product or property damage.
Figure 6 – Discharge Through Boom
RECIRCULATION
VALVE
(SHOWN CLOSED)
TANK
DISCHARGE VALVE
(SHOWN CLOSED)
RECIRCULATION
VALVE
(SHOWN CLOSED)
TANK
CLOSED
POSITION
OPEN
FLOW
Figure 5 – DO NOT Engage Clutch
1. DISCHARGE THROUGH BOOM
Flow is through boom with no flow through
closed recirculation valve (Figure 6). Flow
through boom is controlled by engaging and
disengaging slurry pump clutch.
NOTE: Do not use the discharge valve to
control distance. Valve should be completely
open. Control the spray volume and spray
distance by adjusting the engine RPM.

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TWO-VALVE OPERATION (CONTINUED)
2. EXTENSION HOSE THROUGH BOOM
Do not use remote valve in this application. Failure to comply will
result in death or serious injury.
Flow is through boom with
no flow through closed
recirculation valve (Figure 7).
Extension hose is connected
to boom and flow is controlled
by engaging and disengaging
pump clutch or by adjusting
engine RPM.
Figure 7 – Discharge Through Extension Hose or Hose Reel
TANK
HANDLE IN
OPEN POSITION
CLOSED
FLOW
FLOW
3. EXTENSION HOSE OR HOSE REEL THROUGH REMOTE PORT
Ensure that the Recirculation valve must is open and material is flowing
back into tank when using a remote valve, because a closed or plugged
recirculation line will cause extreme heat. Failure to comply will result in death or serious
injury.
Flow is through recirculation with no flow through closed discharge valve (Figure 7). Flow through
hose is controlled by engaging and disengaging slurry pump clutch or by remote valve at end of
hose. An open recirculation valve allows flow back into tank when the remote valve is closed.

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STARTING PROCEDURE
See HYDROSEEDER
®SAFETY SUMMARY SECTION before operating
the machine. Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
Failure to comply could also result in product or property damage.
Before starting, open recirculation valve, close discharge and remote valves (if applicable),
disengage (turn off) clutch, and place agitator control in the NEUTRAL position.
1. Turn the key clockwise until the starter engages and the engine starts.
2. Allow engine to warm up for 3 to 5 minutes.
NOTE: This engine has a safety system that will shut the engine
off if the engine oil pressure drops below 7 psi (48 kPa) or if the
water temperature reaches 230˚F (110˚C).
Engine Throttle
(optional)
Pump Control
Used to engage
Disengage the pump
Horn
Key
Switch
Emergency
Stop
Murphy View
Used for general
engine
data and warnings
Figure 8