How to Load a TurfMaker ® the First Time

• Look inside the tank to make sure that nothing is in the tank that shouldn't be.
• Start the engine and set the engine throttle to about ½ speed.
• Engage the agitator clutch.
• Start the flow of water into the tank.
• When the water level reaches the augur shaft, pour in the tackifier.
• Load about ½ the total mulch to be used with this tank load.
• Turn off the water when the tank becomes about ¾ full.
• Load all seed and fertilizer.
• Load the remainder of the mulch.
• Resume filling the tank with water until the tank is full.
• Set the engine to full throttle for approximately ½ minute. Then set the engine throttle to about ½ speed to begin hose application operations.
• The tank load of material is fully mixed and ready to apply.
• Note: If an external water source is used, be sure to disconnect the water line from the machine before moving the machine.

How to Load a TurfMaker® Quickly

• Look inside the tank to make sure that nothing is in the tank that shouldn't be.
• Start the engine and set the engine throttle to about ½ speed.
• Engage the agitator clutch.
• Start the flow of water into the tank.
• When water level reaches the augur shaft tank pour in the tackifier.
• Load about ½ the total mulch to be used with this tank load.
• Load all seed and fertilizer.
• Load the remainder of the mulch.
• Note: Be sure all the materials are in the tank before the tank becomes more than ¾ full. (Do not hesitate to turn off the water if the water is flowing into the tank too fast and the tank is becoming full before all the materials are loaded.)
• Set the engine to full throttle for approximately ½ minute. Then set the engine throttle to about ½ speed to begin hose application operations.
• The tank load of material is fully mixed and ready to apply.
• Note: If an external water source is used, be sure to disconnect the water line from the machine before moving the machine.