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1. cccccccsecccseeeccaeececeeeeeceeceeseecesaeeeesaecesseeeeeeeeeeseeeeas 21 D CG alDRAN ON asoiccveectes casa N A adit ta lacde A 23 6 Sprayer Operation aa os eee ee eee 25 27 d Prayer COMMU OlS omnii asada a ed ater aiatact a geld socuatals ot ctdcduaet a eebe gt iad 25 D Sprayer Operation exe se he wee a raa a ew eee ees ee adi ee ees 26 C AS AMV AN OMe inot asap aot coceesis iets dol Sse a sed saieceeediie a a 27 a E E tv EE E A ener eee OE AE AE O ST ee eee E A S 28 7 Troubleshooting Manual cccceccccseeeeeeeeeeceeeeeceeeeeseeeeeeeeeeseeeeeseaeeeseeeeeseeeesseeesseeeeseneeeseneen enun 29 31 EEE EA EAN E EAEE E E A EEE A E A E EE T E ene Siagqae 33 37 9 Plumbing and Electrical Schematics cccccc cece ee eeec cece ee eeeeeeeeeeseeeeaeeesaneegeensgeeeeanegs es 38 WO DS CIC ANON S apis 2h c ton at oan as ca cgante a ce otek a a te cesaahe dearer E cate wae 39 NNA ANV aE sew aandes aut aaas a a a taleorranenar asa 40 Page left intentionally blank Special Messages 1 Introduction to Using Your Manual Congratulations on the purchase of your new Triumph C1C Sprayer Spreader and welcome to the PermaGreen family Before attempting to start or operate your Triumph please read the Operator Manual and safety labels on the machine Follow all the instructions carefully This manual explains machine inspection operation troubleshooting and service as well as the safety features of the
2. The improper use handling application and disposal of pesticide products applied by this machine may cause death or serious injury e Read and follow product label and Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS precautions for handling mixing applying and disposing of pesticides applied by this machine Some materials may present health hazards that will require the use of Personal Protective Equipment PPE Always wear required PPE e Keep required PPE available for use by the operator or mechanic at all ties e Keep pesticide labels and MSDS available for the operator or mechanic at all times AR warns Maintenance and service Improper maintenance can cause serious injury e Lock brakes stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting cleaning or repairing e Clean grass and debris from drives mufflers and engine to help prevent fires Clean up oil or fuel spillage e Let engine cool before storing and do not store near flame e Shut off fuel while storing or transporting DO NOT store fuel near flames or drain indoors e Park machine on level ground Never allow untrained personnel to service machine e Use jack stands to support components when required e Carefully release pressure from tires and spray system e Remove spark plug wire before making any repairs e Keep hands and feet away from moving parts If possible do not make adjustments with th
3. Suction strainer Q Suction strainer R Fill valve and drain S Check valve T Pressure unloader valve Specifications Engine Honda GX200RH2 Clutch Centrifugal Honda wet clutch with 2 1 reduction Transmission Tecumseh 855 001D reverse neutral and 2 for ward gears Pump Flo jet 2GPM belt driven diaphragm pump Front tires 9 50 18 x 8 Kenda Scorpion traction tires Rear tires 6 50 13 x 6 Kenda turf tires Hopper 150 Lb capacity Tanks Twin 6 Gallon tanks treats 48 000 ft 32 oz ft or 24 000 ft 640z ft Speed 5 0 mph high gear 3 5mph low gear Fuel tank 0 82 Honda fuel tank on engine Fuel Specifications ALWAYS mix STA BIL Fuel Stabilizer and Ethanol Treatment additive into all fuels used Premium unleaded preferred Regular unleaded minimum NOTICE NEVER use E85 or other high ethanol fuel Oil Specifications on your new Triumph Engine 10w30 0 63 us quart Clutch 10w30 0 53 quart Transmission 90 synthetic gear lube Belt sizes 1 Drive Belt AX46 2 Spinner Belt AX26 Width of spray 20 PSI unloader 11 0 ft broadcast 6 0 ft trim 30 PSI unloader 13 0 ft broadcast 6 0 ft trim Broadcast nozzles 2 Spraying Systems Turbo FloodJet for maximum drift reduction High gear broadcast TF 7 5 VS Low gear broadcast TF 4 VS Trim nozzles 2 Hypro High gear trim ULD120 08 Low gear trim ULD120 06 Dimensions 56 L x 35 5 W x 41 H han
4. but it must be adjusted to the Calibration Gage during the Daily machine Servicing e Determine the effective spread width of the granular product Length of a 1 000 Square Foot calibration course Effective Spread Width Length of Course FIGURE 13 Spreader Setting 7 143 8 125 24 Spreader Operation making the following calculations e With the machine traveling in HIGH GEAR at full throttle use a stopwatch or wristwatch to measure AND RECORD the time required to travel the 143 FOOT 44 meter turf course The normal time is approximately 20 seconds 1 seconds e With the machine operating in LOW GEAR at full throttle RECORD THE TIME required to cover the 143 FOOT 44 meter turf course The normal time is approximately 28 SECONDS 1 SECOND e Measure and adjust the output of the spreader to deliver 3 POUNDS 1 36 Kg per 1 000 ft 93 m Place a ground cloth on a paved area Place enough product in the Hopper to conduct several delivery rate checks Drape a drop cloth over the Hopper to contain and deposit the product spread onto the Ground cloth With the machine in NEUTRAL accelerate the engine to full speed and open the Hopper for the actual time you recorded for the HIGH GEAR time test above from our example we will use 20 SECONDS Move machine off Ground cloth and weigh the product collected If the product collected weighs less that 3 POUNDS 1 36 Kg reposition the Rate Adjustment
5. An untrained operator or mechanic can cause an accident with serious injury to himself or bystanders e All operators and mechanics MUST be trained The owner is responsible for training the users e Driver s Training should be conducted under the direct supervision of an experienced PermaGreen operator If one is not available contact PermaGreen for additional assistance e Trainee must read the Operator s Manual including the Safety Manual prior to starting the engine If the operator or mechanic cannot read English it is the owner s responsibility to explain the material to the users e The Driver s Training and Operation section provides a step by step outline of what shall be covered during training e The trainer shall supplement the training procedures provided in the Driver s Training and Operation section with any additional instruction he deems necessary to ensure the safe operation of the Triumph The Trainer should add additional instruction as necessary to provide the Trainee with additional useful information e The trainer should supplement the presentation of material in the Drivers Training and Operation section with instruction and references to all WARNING messages that appear in the Safety Manual and machine SAFETY LABELS e Ateach point where the trainee is to learn a new phase of driving the machine the trainee MUST be provided adequate practice time to demonstrate the ability to satisfactorily control
6. Brake pin 2 Rod Brake pin Cable 2 Lock Nut 4 e Park the fully loaded machine on level ground free from obstructions and bystanders Start engine e Check right and left Steering Cable condition Confirm that both cables are tight e Check SmartSteer Handle assembly by moving the Handles in opposite directions Make sure Handles move smoothly and only in opposite directions of each other with minimal free play and that Rubber Mounts are intact e Shift into HIGH GEAR and drive straight forward Confirm that the machine travels in a straight line without pulling right or left and no unusual noise is detected e Shift into HIGH GEAR and maneuver through a series of lock to lock figure eights Confirm that the machine steers out of the turns with no more than 30 POUNDS of force required and the Brake Band temperature does not exceed 115 DEGREES Driver s Training and Operation Fahrenheit 46 degrees Celsius and that the machine does not make any unusual noises 5 Drop Handle Components Handlebars Drop Handle Lever Release Cable Latch Pin and Latch Striker e Pull back on the Steering Handles Confirm that handlebars stay in an upright position e Push the Drop Handle Lever rearward with your thumb and lower the Handlebars e Confirm that handlebars lock in the down position 6 Fluid filled Tire Components Front tires 2 and Rear Tires 2 e Read Safety Manual WARNING 18 Tire Safety before starting or operati
7. Equipment PPE Always wear required PPE e Keep required Personal Protection Equipment PPE available for use by the operator or mechanic at all times e Keep pesticide labels and MSDS available for the operator or mechanic at all times IMPORTANT The Spreader requires periodic calibration and adjustment to verify the spreader pattern and to verify the correct product delivery rate Improper application of products can damage turf or reduce the efficacy of applied products IMPORTANT Check and adjust Spreader pattern daily prior to treating each lawn and as needed to verify that the Spreader is spreading properly IMPORTANT Whenever you change products or rates of application and at one week intervals or more frequently during heavy use verify that calibration is still valid Adjust as necessary IMPORTANT You should regularly compare the amount of product used to the number of square feet covered to verify correct delivery rate IMPORTANT Use caution when spreading near desirable vegetation or painted surfaces to avoid damage IMPORTANT Use caution when spreading in windy conditions to avoid damage Description of Spreader features controls and operation This machine uses a familiar 3 hole cyclone type spreader mechanism and comes factory set to broadcast spread a pattern width of 14 1 FEET 4 3 0 3 meters Using a 7 1 FOOT 2 1 0 3 meters overlap travel pattern provides an even distribution of mo
8. Gear Refer to FIGURE 8 and FIGURE 9 for techniques and principles to use while maneuvering and driving Initial training should take place outdoors in a flat open area free of obstructions with the machine in LOW GEAR and the Hopper and Tanks empty Initial training should include the following To Drive forward Safely start the machine Safely step onto the operator platform Shift into LOW GEAR Unlock Brakes Pull the Throttle Clutch Lever To stop e Release the Throttle Clutch Lever e Pull the Rear Brake Lever first e Pull the Front Brake Lever To turn right e Pull back on the right handle while simultaneously pushing forward on the left handle A Stop prevents the machine from jack knifing e Always lean into the turns by shifting your body weight to the inside of the turn To turn left e Reverse the procedure When you turn the machine point the front of the machine in the direction of the turn Lean towards the pivot point side of the turn to shift your body weight to the inside of the turn When you drive up a slope first stop and shift the machine into LOW GEAR L Lean forward into the incline as you drive up the slope When you drive down a slope first stop and shift the machine into LOW GEAR L Lean to the rear into the incline as you drive down the slope When you are driving the machine across a slope first stop and shift the machine into LOW GEAR L Lean into the hill as you t
9. Nozzle for the gear selected and confirm that the other Spray Control Valve is off Make the edging pass keeping the edge of the spray pattern inside the edge of the sidewalk or ornamental bed spraying as needed NOTE For best results use a spot sprayer to lightly feather the edge of the spray along the borders adjacent to drives sidewalks etc e When edging pass is completed stop make a header pass overlapping into the first trim pass e Change gears if desired and select the appropriate Broadcast Nozzle for the gear selected and check that the other Spray Control Valve is off If the Half Gallon Nozzle Kit is installed both Broadcast Nozzles will be used simultaneously e Fill in the center of the lawn by making parallel passes on 7 FOOT or 8 FOOT centers corresponding to the Unloader Valve installed spraying as needed At the end of each pass enter into the header pass and make a 180 DEGREE turn NOTE Avoid re spraying the areas within the header pass and trim pass that were previously sprayed by the effective width patterns Sprayer Operation Method 2 Make trim pass and header pass as in the previous section Fill in the center making squared off descending spiral passes to the center spraying as needed Either method may be used simultaneously with the spreader features on the machine on the center of the lawn NOTE For best spray results you may make separate granular and liquid trim passes and or use a spot spr
10. Operation 15 Machine controls Locate identify and explain the function of the following refer to FIGURE 6 M Shift Lever selects a gear on the Transaxle There are 4 gears available REVERSE NEUTRAL LOW and HIGH A Stop locates NEUTRAL LOW GEAR provides a forward speed of 3 5 MPH and is used on hills in small areas where detailed trimming is required and when the Triumph is operated as a walk behind unit HIGH GEAR provides a forward speed of 5 0 MPH N Engine Guard SD prevents accidental contact with moving belt and pulleys O Slip Resistant Footpads SD provide traction for the operator s feet P Articulating Joint Safety Link SD prevents the front and rear halves of the machine from unintentionally separating Q Articulating Bolt Lock SD prevents unintentional loosening of the lower pivot bolt R Fluid filled Tires SD provide ballast and a lower center of gravity for better stability S Hood Guard SD prevents accidental contact with moving belt and pulleys Adding gasoline Move the machine outdoors and A Safety Manual WARNING 8 Fuel Safety before adding gasoline Use extra care when handling gasoline Read Machine SAFETY labels W Use extra care when han Addins gasoline and V The engine emits toxic poisonous car bon monoxide gas before adding gasoline e Use the Approved No Spill Container and 6 inch extension supplied with the Triumph e When adding fuel stand at the
11. Place a catch receptacle in position to catch the entire spray pattern from the Nozzle If the Half Gallon Nozzle Kit is installed approximately ONE HALF GALLON PER THOUSAND SQUARE FEET is applied e Pull the Throttle Lever to accelerate the engine to 3450 RPM e Pull the spray lever to begin spraying Spray for 1 MINUTE collecting the nozzle output e Measure the collected spray e If the Half Gallon Nozzle Kit is installed approximately ONE HALF GALLON PER THOUSAND SQUARE FEET 1 9L 0 95 milliliters is applied e Correctly align ALL Nozzles Refer to Adjusting Nozzles for one 20 PSI 30 PSI 7 Foot turns 8 Foot turns High gear Broadcast 96 oz 112 oz TF VS 7 5 green Low gear Broadcast 76 Oz 86 OZ TF VS4 white High gear Trim 76 Oz 90 oz ULD120 08 white Low gear Trim 48 oz 62 oz ULD120 06 gray Output from the Nozzles must be plus or minus 10 If the output from a nozzle is significantly outside the limits refer to SECTION 4 Troubleshooting proper spray pattern in this section Calculating the Spray Mix Rate Once the machine is properly calibrated each quart of spray mix must contain the amount of Pesticide concentrate specified on the Pesticide label to treat 1 000 SQUARE FEET If your Pesticide label gives you the application rate in ounces per thousand e Multiply ounces per thousand times 4 to make 1 ONE GALLON of spray mix measured in OUNCES PER GALLON e Example The label ca
12. Point Valve Handle left for Broadcast spraying right for Trim spraying and forward to prevent spraying for either nozzle e To begin momentary spraying pull the Spray Lever H FIGURE 16 toward the handgrip e To stop momentary Spraying release the Spray Lever e To begin continuous spraying pull the Spray Lever toward the handgrip and lock e To stop continuous spraying pull and release the Spray Lever again Applying Products with the Sprayer NOTE For proper spraying the engine RPM measured with the machine in NEUTRAL MUST be maintained at 3450 RPM regardless of whether you are using HIGH or LOW GEAR If engine RPM is too low the spray applied will be more than your Calibrated Rate If too high the spray applied will be less than your Calibrated Rate NOTE For proper spraying the sprayer calibration must be verified refer to Sprayer Calibration in this section NOTE Unless the optional One Half Gallon Spray Kit is used Triumph is intended to spray using only one Nozzle at a time It is recommended that the products be applied using one of the following methods for best results Method 1 Make edging pass followed by parallel passes e Make trim pass around the perimeter of the property and any ornamental beds spraying as needed e Select the appropriate gear for the terrain and turf conditions Use LOW GEAR on hills and in tight areas Use HIGH GEAR on level and open areas e Select the appropriate Trim
13. a maximum left turn and Lock both Brakes e Place an oil drain pan under the drainage hole in the motor plate to catch the used oil e Remove oil filler cap dipstick drain plug and washer e Allow oil to drain completely into pan e Reinstall the drain plug and new washer and tighten the drain plug securely e Add recommended oil refer to Table Engine and clutch oil type on the next page and use dipstick to check level as described in the checking engine oil section above Check clutch oil Level Checking clutch oil Refer to FIGURE 20 e Remove clutch OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK and wipe it clean e Insert clutch OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK into the oil filler neck as shown but do not screw it in then remove it to check the oil level e If oil is near or below the lower limit mark on the dipstick fill with the recommended oil refer to Table Engine and clutch oil type on the next page to the upper limit mark bottom edge of the oil fill hole Do not overfill If oil is above the full mark drain excess oil _ FILLER CAP DIPSTICK F F S LOWER LIMIT FIGURE 20 DRAIN PLUG e Replace Oil filler cap dipstick Changing Clutch oil Referring to FIGURE 20 Checking Clutch oil Drain the used oil when engine is warm Warm oil drains quickly and completely e Clean around Dipstick and oil drain plug e On a level surface place the machine in a maximum left turn and Lock both Brakes e Place an oil drain pan under
14. and blow dry to remove any water o Empty Hopper NOTE Use a dedicated pail or wet dry vacuum to remove fertilizer so that it can be recycled oO Clean Spinner Platter Footpads Nozzles and Nozzle Strainers If necessary Hopper opening plate Third Hole Slide plate and linkage Engine cooling fins Blower housing inlet Starter carburetor governor linkage Honda Throttle Lever Throttle Lever and cable o Lubricate and protect the following using WD 40 or equivalent o Operating controls and cables o Hopper Opening Plate and Third Hole Plate o Carburetor and all linkages and springs o Exposed aluminum o Check and record Engine Idle Speed MUST NOT EXCEED 1650 RPM o Check and record Engine Top Speed MUST BE 3 450 RPM o Gauge record and adjust Hopper control settings as necessary including o Third hole Adjustment Plate Third hole Lever Memory Lock Hopper opening Rate Adjustment Knob Check and adjust the Spray Nozzle alignment as necessary Check and top off engine oil Check and top off clutch oil Check for loose or missing fasteners or parts cracks in metal or welds OoOod e jJj Break in Service First 10 hours Checklist o Change engine oil o Change Clutch oil o Grease all fittings o Check tire pressure o Check wheel lug nut tightness o Check tightness of Articulating Joint Bolts o Test Safety Devices o Check Drive belt tension o Check Spinner Pump belt ten
15. rear of the Triumph with the Handlebars up MAXIMUM FUEL LEVEL strainer type FUEL TANK TOP a Ver f h may A FIGURE 7 AS le 25 5 a 4 ir A le So fbr A j AEP Lin 7 Inspect the machine before each use Starting stopping and parking the machine Read Safety Manual WARNINGS 10 Engines starting Safety and 14 Parking before starting or operating the machine e To start engine e Locate machine on a flat level area free from obstacles and bystanders e Shift into Neutral e Lock both Brake Levers e Turn Kill Switch on e Choke engine if necessary e DONOT pull Throttle Clutch Lever while starting e Pull Starter e To stop engine e Lock both Brake Levers e Shift into Neutral e Turn Kill Switch off e To park machine e Stop on level ground e Lock both Brake Levers e Shift into Neutral e Turn Kill Switch OFF e When leaving the machine unattended close Fuel Valve e Never leave the machine unattended on a slope where someone could disengage the Brakes and the machine Safely stepping on and off the Triumph Read Safety Manual WARNING 11 Avoiding slipping or 1 tripping injury and read Machine Safety Label WARNINGS M Avoid Slipping Injury and N Avoid Tripping Injury before starting or operating the Triumph Proper shifting techniques Read Safety Manual WARNINGS 9 Inspect Machine before each use 17 Check wheel fasteners and 18 Tire
16. the Transaxle Pulling the lever activates the Front Brake The Front Brake Lever can be locked in the pulled position by pushing the lock button on the lever with your finger In the locked position the Front Brake is one half of the Parking Brake System of the machine The Lock is automatically released by pulling the lever again A Spring controls the amount of force applied to the Front brake Throttle Lever SD is part of the Throttle Clutch Operator Presence Control OPC System for the machine The Lever controls engine speed The engine speed increases as the lever is pulled and the Centrifugal Clutch automatically engages sending power to the Transaxle though a belt and pulley system Releasing the Throttle Lever decreases engine speed and disengages power to the Transaxle SmartSteer Brake Assist Steering System SD helps the operator control a fully loaded machine LOW Gear Selector Valve selects either the LOW GEAR Broadcast or Trim nozzle for spraying during LOW GEAR Operation Point valve handle left to enable Broadcast spraying right to enable Trim spraying or forward to turn Nozzles off HIGH Gear Spray Selector Valve selects either the HIGH GEAR Broadcast or Trim Nozzle for spraying during HIGH GEAR Operation It operates similarly to the LOW GEAR Spray Selector Valve Drop Handle Lever SD unlatches the Handlebars permitting them to drop down for the convenience of the operator and to permit the m
17. the weight of all materials carried on the transport e Follow other Transport manufacturer s precautions and always use all safety devices provided e DO NOT overload or unbalance the Transport or hitch e Use only heavy duty ramps with a minimum width of 8 5 Inches 216 mm and an anti slip surface capable of supporting 1000 Lbs 455 Kg or the combined weight of the machine and driver whichever is greater The ramp angle must be 15 DEGREES or less e To prevent the machine from being thrown from the transport always secure the machine to the Transport s platform Use securing devices provided by the manufacturer or securing devices each securing device or all securing devices together must have a minimum load rating of 1 400 Lbs 636 Kg Elastic straps and similar devices are NOT to be used e Check Transport ramps hitch and securing devices each time they are used e Check carefully for cracked welds or cracked parts loose or missing hardware excessive wear or damage or missing or nonworking safety and securing devices e When a carrying rack is used check for damage caused by the rear edge dragging or bottoming out on the pavement This can result in structural failure of the rack hitch and vehicle frame or hardware e DONOT use the Transport if it is not in good working condition Make necessary repairs or replacements before using wanna Check wheel fasteners If wheel fasteners are not tight
18. your initials or signa ture in the BY column REVISION DATE DESCRIPTION TABLE OF CONTENTS section Page 1 Introduction to using Your MANUal ccccececseeecceeeeeceeeeeseeeeeseeeessaeeeseaeeeseeeeeseeeeeseeeesseeeeseeeeesaneeeas 1 2 New Machine Pre operation Inspection o eee cceccccecccseceeeeeeceeeeceeeseeeeseeeseeeeseeeeseeeeseesseeesaeeees 2 3 3 Safety Manual tususdsiantcl acide ye ie wns eka anh ecdvare tala vetaced iad caclewncuoiadai sel shit latent vuaaunelaets 5 13 a Machine Safety Labels wits sisci etic athe a aa a a a a 5 DY WamnNngS seer ere eee T a ne en eee ae ee eee 8 4 Drivers Training And Operation cccccscccccsssecceeseecceesececeeseeessgeeecseseecseseeessaueeessageeesseaseesnes 14 19 a Component and Safety Device Identification cc ceccccccseeceecaeeeeeaeeeeesseeeeesaeeeeesnaaeees 14 d Adding Gas Starting and General Instructions cee cece eeeeeeecaeeeeeeaeeeeeesaeeeeesaaeeeesnaneees 15 e Driving Techniques and Principles cccccccceccceeeccseecceeeceucecnecsseeecueeceueesaueeseeesseeesees 16 f Driving on Hillsides and Daily Service cccccccecccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeesaeeeeeeas 17 g Testing Safety Devices sari ciccci de Mn einlcecuctare ougndcbadldcGes subdadend ice baenthassannddassan nelsaucenedldewaneladasene 18 5 9 Pre ader Pel allON aiii aelesacoates Mai caleteco a 21 24 a Spreader Controls and Operation
19. Brake Cable adjusted too tight Brake Band or Drum dirty worn or damaged Something caught in Brake Band and Drum Brakes chatter Brake Cable adjusted too loose Brake Band or Drum dirty worn or damaged Something caught in Brake Band and Drum Brake Hot Brake Cable adjusted too tight Brake Band or Drum dirty or damaged Steering Is difficult Steering Brake Cable adjusted too loose damaged or broken Brake Band or drum worn dirty or damaged Sulky Brakes locked or improperly adjusted Articulating Joint corroded or damaged Rear Wheel Hub low on grease Is too easy Steering Brake Cable adjusted too tight Brake Band or drum dirty or damaged Pulls to one side Front Steering Brake Cable too tight Rear Brake on opposite side dragging or locked Rear Wheel Hub low on grease Troubleshooting Manual If you are experiencing a problem that is not on the list or are having difficulty check with your PermaGreen Dealer or contact PermaGreen Tech Support at 800 346 2001 or tech permagreen com If 31 Check If Spinner Platter does not turn Hopper Opening Plate does not move Check Spinner Platter Tensioning Clamp loose Shaft Coupling Block loose Shaft Coupling Block set screw worn Spinner Pump Belt loose or damaged Pulley loose Gearbox Pump Transaxle Plate jammed or dirty Plate Hardware too tight Hopper Opening Plate damaged Hopper Cable loose or damaged Rod Ends lo
20. Driver s Train ing and machine safety label Q Improper operation and maintenance before starting operating repairing or performing maintenance on the Triumph Read Safety Manual WARNING 19 Maintenance and service A before starting operating repairing or performing maintenance on the Triumph IMPORTANT Keeping the Triumph C1C Spreader Sprayer operating reliably requires attention to maintenance Proper maintenance prevents damage to your machine and preventable malfunctions Proper maintenance is required for the safe operation of the machine Use the following timetables to perform routine maintenance Engine Service Intervals Refer to Engine Manual included with this machine for service intervals IMPORTANT Change engine and clutch oil every 50 HOURS Daily Service Checklist IMPORTANT Adjust repair replace and report any irregularities discovered during these checklist inspections to your supervisor Adjust Repair replace and report any irregularities discovered to your supervisor o Clean machine in a designated area IMPORTANT DO NOT power wash machine High pressure water will force corrosive fertilizer residue into bearings linkages and other parts Corrosion damage is not covered by the Warranty Instead use low pressure air regulated to 29 PSI 200 Kilopascals Once a week or as necessary use low pressure water regulated to 29 PSI 200 Kilopascals to wash machine Start and run machine
21. E FIGURE 9 Balance Zone Principles Driver s Training and Operation 17 PHASE Il Driving the machine in High Gear Repeat Phase training using HIGH GEAR PHASE Ill Driving with a load Repeat LOW and HIGH GEAR Training outlined in Phase and Phase II with a partially filled Hopper and Tanks Gradually increase the weight as the trainee demonstrates his ability to control the machine with the increased weight Phase IV Operating the machine as a walk behind unit Read Safety Manual WARNING 11 Avoiding slipping and tripping injury now Stop shift into LOW GEAR or REVERSE GEAR drop handlebars and keeping a firm grip on both handles and while operating the machine as a walk behind unit perform the training procedures outlined in Phases through IV PHASE V Driving the machine on hillsides Read Safety Manual WARNING 15 To avoid loss of control tip over and rollover before operating the Triumph on an inclined or slope Read Machine Safety Label WARNINGS C To avoid Tip over rollover or loss of control T DO NOT operate on A slopes over 15 DEGREES and P Tip over rollover or loss of control may cause death or serious injury before operating the Triumph on an incline or slope Initial hillside training should take place on a slightly hilly open area free from obstructions with the machine in LOW GEAR and the Hopper and Tanks empty e The Trainee must be familiar with the BALA
22. E OF EQUIPMENT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT FACILITIES OR SERVICE DOWNTIME THE CLAIMS OR COSTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING CUSTOMERS AND OR INJURY TO PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT
23. FIGURE 12 The distribution pattern shown in FIGURE 13A represents provided with the machine as shown in FIGURE 13 set the an ideal pattern which will not be reproducible in the field center hole opening to 16 Position the Rate Adjustment Knob The numbers are used for reference only against the Hopper Lever and tighten the knob e To balance the distribution pattern for the right side move e Close and open the Hopper several times and confirm hole the lever as necessary to increase or decrease the opening opening in the adjustment hole Reset the memory lock e Adjust Third hole setting e Repeat the passes over the pans and measure the material e Without changing the Rate Adjustment Knob setting open deposited in the pans Readjust the openings as necessary the Third hole and insert the Calibration Gage orientated as until the distribution pattern meets the requirements shown in FIGURE 13 in the Third hole e The effective spread width is the measured distance e Using the Third hole Lever position the Third hole between the left and right pans that contain 50 of the Adjustment Plate against the Calibration Gage and position volume of the center pan the Memory Lock until it pops into the Lever and locks its e Record each opening setting for future recalibration position Determine the Rate Adjustment Knob setting which delivers e Remove the Calibration Gage the desired amount of fertilizer for the calibrated effective e Close and open t
24. Fill Valve NOTE To prevent freeze damage the Spray System has been tested using a diluted RV antifreeze water solution and then drained Many local regulations permit small quantities of RV antifreeze to be disposed of in the sanitary sewer system Check your local regulatory agency for proper disposal e Check for and repair any leaks e With the collection bucket in place spray through each nozzle individually to purge the lines of RV antifreeze water solution e Adjust the position of each nozzle Refer to Spray System Instructions e Spreader System Inspection see PAGE 21 for locations e Operate the Hopper Lever to completely open and close the hopper holes Vibration shall not cause the Hopper Lever to move e The Rate Control Knob is in place e Operate the Third Hold Lever to close or reveal the Third Hole in the hopper e Operate the Deflector Lever Neither bouncing nor vibration should cause the Deflector to change position Fully Loaded Brake Inspection Place planking on top of the Screen in the Hopper to protect the agitator and the screen Put 150 POUNDS of weight into the Hopper With the tanks filled repeat the braking tests stated above in the Drive and Brake System Inspection Drop the handlebar and walk up a 17 DEGREE incline stop the machine and apply and lock both Front and Rear Brakes The brakes shall prevent the machine from moving Repeat the test heading down the in
25. Knob to a higher setting on the Rate Scale to increase the opening in the Hopper Repeat the collection test and readjust as required Once the proper rate has been established RECORD the Rate Adjustment Knob and Calibration Gage settings for future use Repeat the procedure for the LOW GEAR time for our example we will use 28 SECONDS Sprayer Operation 25 22 A WARNING Pesticide Safety The improper use handling application and disposal of pesticide products applied by this machine may cause death or serious inju ry e Read and follow product label and Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS precautions for handling mixing applying and dispos ing of pesticides applied by this machine Some materials may present health hazards that will require the use of Personal Protective Equipment PPE Always wear required PPE e Keep required Personal Protection Equipment PPE available for use by the operator or mechanic e Keep pesticide labels and MSDS available for the operator or mechanic IMPORTANT The Sprayer requires periodic calibration and adjustment to verify the sprayer pattern and to verify the correct product delivery rate because improper application of products can damage turf or reduce the efficacy of applied products IMPORTANT Check and adjust Broadcast Spray pattern daily prior to treating each lawn and as needed to verify that the nozzles are properly aligned and spraying properly IMPORTAN
26. NCE ZONE principles and Driving Techniques before operating on slopes e The Trainee must pass the Phases I Il and IV and be totally familiar with all the WARNINGS and the hillside driving techniques and principles set forth in the Driver s Training and Operating Manual before operating the machine ona slope or incline Trainee must never ride the Triumph on any slopes or inclines greater than 15 DEGREES e As the Trainee is able to demonstrate his ability to control the machine on hills as well as his understanding of hillside driving principles and proper techniques gradually increase the slope e As the Trainee progresses gradually add weight to the Hopper and Tanks PHASE VI Driving over curbs e Never attempt to jump a curb at high speed as this may cause a forward tip over Instead e Approach the curb or parking block straight on e Stop the machine 12 INCHES away from the curb e Dismount and drop handles e Shift into LOW GEAR e Gradually accelerate up and over curb e f machine is unable to climb over a curb e Look for a lower section of curb e lf one is not available approach the curb on an angle and attempt to climb over one wheel at a time e Use ramps to get over the curb IMPORTANT Avoid high curbs and bottoming out as this can cause machine damage that is not covered by the Warranty Phase VII Backing Up A Read Safety Manual WARNING 13 Reverse operation now To back up e Stop shift into Re
27. Operate the machine in LOW GEAR until you become familiar with it e Never operate the machine at a greater speed than is reasonable in light of the conditions presented e Only operate in LOW GEAR on slopes inclines bumpy ground or high grass e Avoid sudden starts stops and turns as they may cause you to lose your balance and be thrown from the machine no A warn Avoiding slipping or tripping injury Use caution when riding on and getting on and off the Triumph e Keep afirm grip on the handles with both hands e Stand only on the footpads e Keep footpads clean e Replace worn or damaged footpads e Use caution stepping on or off Driver s platform AX WARNING Reverse operation Loss of control may cause death or serious injury e Always keep a firm grip on the handlebars with both hands e DONOT back up if there is a possibility you or a bystander could become trapped between the machine and an immovable object or barrier e Always look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path e Always look behind and up before backing up to be sure the path is clear of low hanging obstacles such as tree branches clothes lines and low doorways e Use extra caution backing up when in an enclosed area e Backup slowly until you become familiar with how the machine handles e Never coast backwards Instead back up under power and in REVERSE GEAR with the Throttle Clutch en
28. PermaGreen Triumph Spreader Sprayer Operator s Manual Model C1C with Serial Number 14151 and above IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS OR ARE MISSING PARTS OR NEED WARRANTY SERVICE DO NOT RETURN YOUR TRIUMPH TO THE STORE PLEASE CONTACT OUR SUPPORT HOTLINE AT 800 346 2001 OR TECH PERMAGREEN COM Triumph C1C Serial Engine Serial GCBTT Transaxle Serial To Avoid serious injury or death e This Triumph MUST pass a New Machine Pre Operation Inspection prior to use e DONOT start the machine until instructed do so during the Pre Operation Inspection e Read this Manual before using e ALL operators and mechanics MUST be trained Periodically check permagreen com for available Triumph updates Copyright 2014 Perma Green Supreme Inc All rights reserved No part of this book covered by the copyright hereon may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any means except as permitted by the proprietary data statement for use with Perma Green Supreme equipment without the written permission of Perma Green Supreme Inc Triumph is protected by US Patent 6 336 600 and 7 954 573 and Patents Pending Perma Green Supreme Inc November 9 2014 Triumph v15 North American Version RECORD OF REVISIONS Keep this record in the front of the manual When a revision is provided insert the revised pages in the manual Record the revision number the date the revision was inserted in the manual and provide
29. R THOUSAND SQUARE FEET With the 20 PSI Pressure Unloader Valve installed at the factory the sprayer has a 7 FOOT effective pattern width and an 11 FEET 3 4 meters overall pattern width using a single front mounted broadcast nozzle as shown in FIGURE 17 The spray distribution pattern allows the use of a 7 FOOT 2 1 meter overlap spreader travel pattern to achieve an even and complete coverage of the sprayed product on the entire turf area by overlapping the edge of the last spray pattern approximately 2 FEET 61 meter Using a trim nozzle provides an even finished distribution over a spray pattern of 6 FEET 1 82 meters on the surface being treated 26 If your calibrated effective spreader width is 7 feet the factory settings will enable the sprayer and spreader to be operated at the same time to provide even and complete distribution of both the sprayed and spread products to the entire area If your calibrated effective spreader width is 8 feet install the 30 PSI unloader cap from the Unloader Valve included in the 8 FOOT Spray Kit supplied with the machine and adjust the effective spray pattern to 8 FEET solid spray and an overall width of 13 FEET Sprayer Operating Controls e To select which nozzle will spray point the Spray Control Valve handle for the gear selected to the desired nozzle either Broadcast or Trim The front Spray Selector Valve I is used for HIGH GEAR and the rear Spray selector Valve J for LOW GEAR
30. Safety each before starting or operating the machine In addition to the steps in Safety Manual WARNING 9 e Check and adjust as necessary the Spray Nozzle alignment and pattern e Check and adjust the Spreader Control settings as necessary WARNING Never shift gears while the machine is moving as this may cause a tip over or loss of control IMPORTANT Excessive force applied to the Shift Lever can cause internal Transaxle damage and other damage which is not covered by Warranty e To Change gears e Release Throttle Clutch Lever e Bring the machine to a complete stop e Shift into the desired gear If the machine does not shift easily move the front of the machine angling it right or left until the Transaxle gears shift easily IMPORTANT Emphasize the necessity of NOT forcing the Shift lever If the transmission does not shift easily 16 Driver s Training and Operation Demonstrate and instruct the trainee on the following topics Read Machine Safety Label WARNINGS including A To avoid injury preview work area Q Improper Operation and Ay improper maintenance L Pinch point and K Exposed Moving parts can cause severe injury before starting or operating the Triumph Read Safety Manual WARNINGS 4 Operator Clothing and A personal protection equipment 6 Operation 7 Inspecting work area and 12 Forward Operation now before starting or operating the Triumph PHASE Driving the machine in Low
31. T Whenever you change products or rates of application and at one month intervals or more frequently during heavy use verify that calibration is still valid Adjust as necessary IMPORTANT You should regularly compare the amount of product used to the number of square feet covered IMPORTANT Use caution when spraying near desirable vegetation or painted surfaces to avoid damage IMPORTANT Use caution when spraying in windy conditions to avoid damage IMPORTANT The Triumph spray system is designed to apply Low Volume spray solutions at the application rate of approximately 1 QUART PER THOUSAND SQUARE FEET 0 95 L 93 m An optional kit is available with nozzles sized to apply approximately 1 2 GALLON PER THOUSAND SQUARE FEET 1 9 L 93 m Products that require higher application rates than these are not suitable for use in the Triumph IMPORTANT The Triumph spray system is not well equipped to apply water insoluble products and such products may clog the spray system IMPORTANT It is recommended that a compatibility jar test be conducted prior to mixing any product or products in Triumph Description of Sprayer features controls and operation The spray pattern and spray rate are controlled by the engine speed pump pressure and the nozzle orifice Referring to FIGURE 14 A Pressure Unloader Valve A at the lower right rear of the front frame controls pump pressure There is a Suction Shutoff Valve B located at t
32. Third hole Lever forward Using the Third hole pattern adjuster to balance the granular spread pattern e To reduce the amount of granular material spread towards the right side of the machine move the Third hole Lever rearward to partially close the Third hole Adjuster Plate NOTE The gray sliding Memory Lock should be positioned to secure the Third hole Lever at that setting The Lever pops into the Memory Lock to hold it in place The Lever may then be used to close the Third hole Adjuster Plate and return to your pre set Memory Lock position e To increase the amount of granular material spread towards the right side of the machine move the Third hole Lever forward to increase the opening of the Third hole Adjuster Plate Spreader Operation NOTE For proper spreading the engine RPM measured with the machine in NEUTRAL MUST be maintained at 3 450 RPM regardless of whether the machine is in HIGH or LOW GEAR If engine RPMs are too low the spread width will be too narrow for effective spreading If too high the spread width will be too wide NOTE For proper spreading the spreader MUST be calibrated Refer to Spreader Calibration in this section For best results It is recommended that products be applied using one of the following methods Method 1 Make edging pass followed by parallel passes e First make a trim pass edging around the perimeter of the property and any ornamental beds etc e Pull the Deflector Lever to t
33. Throttle Lever Throttle Lever and cable e Lubricate and protect the following using WD 40 or equivalent e Operating controls and cables e Hopper Opening Plate and Third Hole Plate e Carburetor and all linkages and springs e Exposed aluminum e Check and record Engine Idle Speed MUST NOT EXCEED 1650 RPM e Check and record Engine Top Speed MUST BE 3 450 RPM e Gauge record and adjust Hopper control settings as neces sary including Third hole Adjustment Plate Third hole Lever Memory Lock Hopper opening e Rate Adjustment Knob Check and adjust the Spray Nozzle alignment as necessary Check and top off engine oil Check and top off clutch oil Check for loose or missing fasteners or parts cracks in metal or welds e Check that all SAFETY DEVICES are in place and in good working order 18 Driver s Training and Operation Phase IX Loading and unloading the machine on a Transport A Read Safety Manual WARNING 16 Transporting before attempting to load or unload the Triumph from a transport Trainee must be instructed how to safely load and unload the Triumph from a transporting vehicle Phase X Additional Service Training Trainee should be instructed on any additional service he will be required to perform on the Triumph such as changing Engine and Clutch oil greasing etc Refer to Service Manual for scheduled service requirements and details Phase XI Testing Safety Devices Read Safety Manu
34. a serious accident may occur e Check wheel fastener tightness frequently during the first 100 HOURS of operation e After loosening any wheel fasteners frequently check their tightness for the next 100 HOURS of operation Pre Operation Inspection 13 eO Awane Tire Safety Tires are filled with pressurized diluted RV antifreeze to provide ballast for a lower center of gravity Explosive separation of rim and tires may cause serious injury e DO NOT remove fluid from tires e All replacement tires must be fluid filled e Wear a face shield when checking filling and repairing fluid filled tires e Refer to the Service Manual for instructions on repairing fluid filled tires e Do not attempt to check repair or replace fluid fill tires without the proper equipment e Use a clip on chuck and extension hose Stand to the side of the tire when filling e Always maintain tire pressure at 12 PSI DO NOT under or over inflate tires e Rear tires have split rims Release tire pressure prior to loosening any nuts or bolts e Never weld or heat the tire rims as this could cause a tire explosion or structural damage to the rim e Check tires often for cuts wear bubbles and missing or lose lug nuts Check pressure often e Fix or replace worn or damaged tires rims and hardware e Always replace tires with genuine PermaGreen liquid filled tires and rims gt A warnine Pesticide Safety
35. achine to used as a walk behind unit The Handlebars automatically lock in the down position Pushing the Lever rearward with the thumb unlatches the Handlebars The Spray Lever opens a valve when spraying is desired Like the Brake Levers it has a lock to permit continuous spraying Additional details about the spray controls will be provided in the Sprayer Operator section of this manual Rear Brake Lever SD controls the rear service brakes It operates similarly to the Front Brake Lever and is one half of the Parking Brake System Third Hole Lever opens and closes the pattern adjustment Slide Plate below the spreader s Third Hole left hole looking from the Operator s position It is to be closed whenever the Deflector is lowered to reduce the amount of granular product distributed to the right side of the machine It also functions in the partially closed position to balance the spreader pattern Pulling the lever rearwards closes the Third Hole A gray Memory Lock adjusts the partially open setting The Hopper Lever opens and closes the Hopper to control the release of granular product Additional details about spreading controls will be provided in the Spreader section of this manual The Deflector Lever raises and lowers the spreader Deflector to prevent granular material from being spread to the right side of the machine while trimming Moving the Lever rearwards lowers the Deflector Driver s Training and
36. al WARNING 5 Safety Devices before starting or operating the Triumph A Read Safety Manual WARNING 19 Maintenance and Service before starting or operating the Triumph If any Safety Device fails a test adjust repair or replace the component before operating the machine 1 Throttle Clutch Operator Presence Control Components Throttle Lever Throttle Cable Auxiliary Throttle Return Spring Multifunction Display Tachometer Drive Belt Idler Pulley Idler Tension Spring Transaxle Honda Engine and components Honda carburetor and linkage Honda Governor Spring Honda Throttle Spring Honda Throttle Return Spring and Honda Clutch All components must be in place and functioning normally e Park on level ground free from obstructions and bystanders Lock both Brake Levers e Pull and release Throttle Lever several times Ensure that the lever moves smoothly and easily and snaps back when released e Start engine and verify that the engine speed increases and decreases rapidly and the clutch engages and disengages quickly e Engine idle Ensure the engine idles smoothly without dying and the idle speed on the Multifunction Display does not exceed 1650 RPM e Engine Top end speed Pull and hold Throttle Clutch Lever Confirm that the top end speed is 3450 RPM e Clutch engagement Shift into LOW GEAR and gradually accelerate engine Confirm that the machine does not move when shifted or creep at Idle speed The Cl
37. alibration pans Use a thin tipped permanent marker to mark the tube at This process is done on a paved area to avoid burning the QUARTER INCH 6 millimeter increments all the way up the vegetation by over fertilizing and to allow the product to be tube collected and reused e Clear graduated ONE QUART one liter measuring cup e With the material to be spread loaded in the spreader make e Stop watch or wristwatch at least three passes from the same direction over the pans e This owner s manual and a pencil to record your collection in a path perpendicular to the line of pans while spreading amounts material e Pour the contents of the first pan on your far left into the Example Calibration procedure IMPORTANT The actual graduated cylinder or clear tube Measure and record the settings for the fertilizer you are using will be different material deposited Dump the collected pellets back into the bag or hopper Repeat this measurement for each pan one Establish the spreader Rate adjustment and calibration adjustment by one until all eleven pans are emptied and recorded for a fertilizer to be applied at the rate of 3 POUNDS 1 000 ft e The distribution pattern should be balanced as in FIGURE 1 36 Kg 93 m 13A with a higher amount of product collected in the e Place the spreader operating lever in the CLOSED position center pan and tapering off equally to both sides NOTE e Open the Hopper and using the Calibration Gage
38. an 1650 RPM to avoid unexpected machine movement upon starting IDLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW FIGURE 21 Adjusting idle speed Place machine in a level open area free from obstructions and bystanders lock both Brakes shift into NEUTRAL and start engine e To raise Idle speed turn Idle Adjustment Screw in e To lower Idle speed turn Idle Adjustment Screw out After successfully adjusting engine Idle speed perform Safety Device Test 1 Throttle Clutch Operator Presence Control PAGE 18 in Driver s Training and Operation section of this manual Engine speed is part of the Operator Presence Control Throttle Clutch Safety Device Keep the top speed at 3450 RPM DO NOT over speed engine Read Safety Manual WARNING 5 Safety Devices before starting or operating the Triumph Zerk Fittings Adjusting engine speed to 3450 RPM On a level open area free from obstructions and bystanders lock both Brakes shift into NEUTRAL and start engine There are 2 methods to adjust the top engine speed Method 1 If a small change in engine speed is needed loosen the jam nut on the Throttle Lever Adjuster e To increase top engine speed to 3450 RPM e Extend the Adjuster and check engine speed Readjust as necessary Tighten Jam nut e To decrease top engine speed to 3450 RPM e Retract the Adjuster and test until the proper engine speed is reached Tighten Jam nut Method 2 Reposition the Throttle Cable on the engine e Re
39. ank Lids e Add Pre mix desired equally divided between both Tanks DO NOT overfill e Replace both Tank Lids checking to be sure the Lid Gaskets are in place Method 2 Add Pesticide concentrate in the proper ratio with water directly to the Tanks e Remove both Tank Lids e Using the Gallon marks on the rear of the Tanks calculate the amount of fill desired for each Tank separately Refer to Calibration instructions in this section for additional help e Calculate the amount of water required for each Tank e Calculate the amount of Pesticide required for each Tank e Ifthe Tanks are empty or nearly so add one half of the water required then add Pesticide required followed by the remaining water Calibrating the Sprayer Calibrate machine ground speed to 143 FEET in 20 SECONDS 1 SECOND e Setup a 143 FOOT long test course Measure a distance of 143 FEET 44 meters over turf e Measure the elapsed time it takes to travel the 143 FOOT test course Your elapsed time must be 20 SECONDS 1 SECOND e lf your elapsed time is different e With the machine in neutral run the engine at full throttle Check and adjust engine RPM to deliver an elapsed time of 20 SECONDS normally 3450 RPM Bucket check HIGH GEAR Nozzle output e With the machine in neutral and both Brakes locked start the engine e Select the HIGH GEAR Broadcast Nozzle using the HIGH GEAR Spray Selector Valve I Turn off LOW GEAR Spray Selector Valve J e
40. ayer to lightly feather the edge of the spray along the borders adjacent to drives sidewalks etc Refer to Spreader Operation for detailed instructions Adjusting Nozzles for proper spray pattern IMPORTANT Check and adjust the Spray pattern of ALL Nozzles daily prior to treating each lawn and as needed to verify that the nozzles are properly aligned and spraying properly Adjusting the Broadcast Spray pattern Park on a flat concrete or asphalt surface Referring to FIGURE 15 select the HIGH GEAR Broadcast Nozzle TF VS 7 5 color coded with a green band by turning the front Spray Control Valve I handle to the left The rear Spray Selector Valve handle J must be pointed forward turning off the LOW GEAR nozzles If the Half Gallon Nozzle Kit is installed both Broadcast Nozzles will be used simultaneously With the machine in NEUTRAL and running pull the throttle lever to full operating speed of 3450 RPM and pull the Spray Lever Spray for 15 SECONDS until the spray pattern is visible on the th ree rN thts amp W ee i i Sing 11 to 13 feet i Spray Patiem from either Broadcast nozzle FIGURE 17 Broadcast spray pat Shag l i SIRES HE al Z EF fi RE LLL Tatai 7g SEE Te A ae SCAR ae aana wanun lt Aw il Spray Pattern from either Tri Massie FIGURE 18 Trim spray pattern surface The spray pattern should resemble the 11 13 FEET spray pattern in FIGURE 17 Adjust as follow
41. azards e Never operate with the guards not securely in place Be sure all interlocks are attached adjusted properly and functioning property before starting the engine e Stop on level ground lock all brakes shut off engine and shift into neutral before leaving the operator s position for any reason e Keep hands feet clothing and loose objects away from moving parts and pinch points e Never carry passengers Keep a safe distance between the machine and all third parties e Slow down and use caution when making turns and or crossing roads and sidewalks e Do not operate the machine under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck e Avoid distractions including but not limited to cell phones and MP3 players while operating this machine Operators must concentrate and focus on the safe use of this machinery at all times e Keep a firm hold on the handlebars at all times e DO NOT touch hot muffler while running or after shutdown e Wear eye protection and other necessary Personal Protection Equipment refer to Pesticide Label when using compressed air or water to clean the machine Regulate the pressure to 29 PSI 200 Kilopascals A WARNING Inspecting work area Prior to operating carefully inspect the work areas for hazards or uneven ground that may be hidden in the grass e Clear the work area of moveable objects such as branches wires r
42. bol identify a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may cause minor or moderate injury IMPORTANT The word IMPORTANT identifies a situation which may cause damage to the machine or other property NOTE The word NOTE identifies useful information which may be helpful to the operator or mechanic The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm California Proposition 65 Warning NOTE Tampering with emission controls and components by unauthorized personnel may result in severe fines or penalties Emission controls and components can only be adjusted by EPA and or CARB authorized service centers Contact PermaGreen or your PermaGreen dealer with emission controls and component questions The engine used on your Triumph has been certified with the United States Environmental Protection Agency EPA and California Air Resources Board CARB for use in the United States and Canada in off road mobile equipment The emissions warranty is for 500 hours A WARNING To avoid injury Preview work area Identify all hazards Shut off machine and lock brakes whenever leaving Read additional Safety Labels on this machine B WARNING Before operating Training is required Read operator s Manual Read safety instructions Read all machine safety labels Shields must be in plac
43. cline Steering System Inspection With the machine fully loaded drive through a series of lock to lock figure eights for 5 minutes The steering effort to come out of the tightest turn shall be less than 30 Pounds of force The Steering brakes bands shall not overheat Delivery Instructions for Dealers and or purchasers Review the Operator s Manual Safety information operating instructions and controls with the purchaser Purchasers shall be made comfortable with the proper operation of the Triumph prior to using the machine The Triumph Warranty Registration Form shall be completed signed and dated by the purchasing Dealer and Inspector and faxed or mailed to PermaGreen within 14 DAYS PermaGreen 5609 Murvihill Rd Valparaiso IN 46383 or fax 219 476 7113 e NOTE The limited Warranty is not valid unless a completed Triumph Warranty Registration Form is received by PermaGreen with 30 DAYS of purchase Dealer Delivery Instructions and Obligations 1 2 3 Complete the New Machine Pre Operation Inspection Complete and return to PermaGreen the Warranty Registration Card within 10 DAYS NOTE If Dealer is unable to complete the Inspection or Warranty Registration Card Dealer shall notify the customer of their obligation to do so Dealer shall provide the purchaser A Verbal instructions of their obligation to read the Triumph Operator s Manual and the Safety Instructions contained
44. de rollover e In areas of poor traction operate the machine as a walk behind unit e f you experience a loss of control while driving the machine on an upward slope lower the handlebars as you step backwards off the operator s platform and apply the brakes Once the brakes are applied take corrective action e Backing down a slope is a hazardous maneuver which should be avoided To avoid backing down a slope stop the machine apply the brakes step off the Driver s platform drop the handlebars steer the front of the machine across the grade and gradually engage the Throttle Clutch If backing down a slope is unavoidable such as when unloading the machine from a trailer use extreme caution Read Safety Manual WARNING13 Reverse Operation for details on backing up When pointing downhill the weight and traction is transferred to the front drive wheels Avoid driving the machine at this angle since the machine may tip over Recommendations for driving downhill e Lean backwards as you travel downhill to provide better balance for you and transfer more weight to the rear wheels If necessary extend your arms and squat down backwards with arms extended to transfer more weight further to the rear e Do not change speed suddenly DO NOT accelerate Decelerate gently by applying the rear brakes first followed by the front brakes e Use extreme caution when turning DO NOT make sharp turns as you may lose your balance and
45. dle down Weight Empty 440 0 Lb Full 690 0 Lb driver 39 40 Warranty WARRANTY Except as noted below Perma Green Supreme Inc hereby warrants to the original purchaser of the 2014 Triumph C1C manufactured by PermaGreen Supreme Inc that 1 For 60 Days PermaGreen will Buy Back the machine for the full purchase price including freight and tax Limit one Buy Back per customer 2 The Triumph will be free from Warranty Coverage Term Defects in material and workmanship 15 months Transaxle engine or gearbox failure from corrosion perforation of outer case 15 months Cracking of the Frame and sulky 24 months PROTECTION PLAN The Company will provide replacement parts found by the Company to have failed due to the aforementioned causes Such replacement parts will be provided free of charge to the original purchaser for the time specified above COMMENCEMENT OF PROTECTION COVERAGE The Protection Coverage begins on the date of purchase and continues uninterrupted for the entire term listed in the table above unless noted in the table below Cool Season 3 Turfgrass Zone Date of purchase Date Protection Coverage Begins February 15 or the first date of use to apply Pre season purchase November 15 February 15 lawn care or ice melt products whichever comes first For the purpose of determining eligibility of the purchaser the Company defines the North American Cool season Turf grass Zone as areas north o
46. e Safety devices must be operational C WARNING To avoid tip over rollover or loss of control DO NOT operate on slopes where traction and stability are doubtful Read Operator Manual Machine Information Labels D Spray Selector Valve E Starting F Right Hand Controls G Left Hand Controls H Drop Handle 1 Hopper On J Deflector Up SAFETY MANUAL of Be fom gt FIGURE 2 Rear Labels Machine WARNING Labels Refer to FIGURE 2 K WARNING DUPLICATE LABEL ON FRONT HOOD Exposed moving parts can cause severe injury DO NOT start engine or operate machine without guards in place L WARNING PINCH POINT Keep hands and feet away M WARNING AVOID SLIPPING INJURY Stand only on footpads Replace worn footpads Keep footpads clean N WARNING AVOID TRIPPING INJURY Keep a firm grip on both handles Drop handlebars if necessary Use caution stepping on and off Machine Information Labels O Serial Number Plate Machine WARNING Labels Refer to FIGURE 3 P WARNING Tip over rollover or loss of control may cause death or serious injury This machine has a high center of gravity and turf conditions affect stability DO NOT operate on slopes where traction and stability are doubtful To help avoid tip over rollover and loss of control use extreme caution on hillsides and e Study terrain and plan a safe operating pattern e DO NOT operate on slopes over 15 DEGREES e Use LOW GEAR on hills a
47. e Auxiliary Throttle Return Spring is in place Test operation of the Spray and Brake Levers have index finger operated locks that hold these levers in the pulled or retracted position Pulling and releasing any of these levers automatically releases the lock The Shift Hopper Pattern and Deflector Levers operate push pull cables and use friction or detents that will hold their position when released Move the Shift Lever downward until it hits the top of the Neutral Stop The machine shall roll forward easily confirming Neutral Gear has been located When the Drop Handle Lever is pushed backwards the entire Handle bar assembly will pivot up or down and shall automatically latch when placed in either position Component Inspection Lock both brake levers Check machine for damage loose or missing bolts and fasteners Inspect the machine to make sure all safety labels are in place See Safety Manual for locations Inspect Anti slip Footpads for damage and adhesion Tire Inspection WARNING Avoid injury Wear a face shield The tires contain a liquid ballast of diluted pressurized RV antifreeze DO NOT operate the machine without ballast in the tires With the Valve Stem in the 12 O CLOCK position make sure the tire pressure is 12 PSI Engine and Clutch Inspection Check and add 10w30 oil if necessary to both engine crankcase and clutch housing NOTE Do not screw dip
48. e engine running e Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware tightened e Replace all worn or damaged Machine Safety Labels e Replace worn or damaged footpads e Perform all scheduled maintenance as directed in the Service Manual no A wanne Handling and disposal of hazardous waste products Dispose of all hazardous waste products properly e Clean up hazardous waste spills immediately e Refer to the Pesticide Label for proper handling and disposal instructions e Refer to MSDS for proper handling and disposal instructions e Wear the Personal Protective Equipment specified on MSDS and Pesticide Labels e Before disposing of hazardous waste check with your local regulatory agency 2 Awane Replacement parts Use of parts other than those supplied by Perma Green Supreme Inc may compromise the safe use of the machine and void the warranty Use only genuine PermaGreen parts Check with your Dealer or at PermaGreen com for the latest Parts List for your PermaGreen equipment 14 Driver s Training and Operation DO NOT attempt to start or operate this machine until you have read and are thoroughly familiar with this Operator s Manual Read it now before beginning All operators and mechanics must be trained before operating this machine Supervised Driver s Training Before beginning training Owner MUST read Safety Manual WARNINGS 1 Owner s F 2 Supe
49. ead at the Pre Calibrated and Pre set HIGH GEAR setting _ FIG A0 2 amp FIGURE10 e Referring to FIGURE 10 1 position the Black HIGH GEAR Rate Adjuster Knob A against the HIGH GEAR stop bolt B e Referring to FIGURE 10 2 position the Black LOW GEAR Rate Adjuster Knob A all the way forward in the curved slot on the LOW GEAR Rate Adjuster Bracket B e Moving the Fertilizer lever FIGURE 10 2 D forward into contact with the HIGH GEAR stop opens the hopper to the desired setting e To spread at the Pre Calibrated and Pre set LOW GEAR setting e Referring to FIGURE10 2 position the Black LOW GEAR Rate Adjuster Knob FIGURE 10 2 A against the LOW GEAR stop bolt FIGURE 10 2 C e Moving the Fertilizer lever forward into contact with the LOW GEAR Rate Adjuster Knob opens the hopper to the proper setting e To clear a clogged spreader port e Referring to FIGURE 10 1 move the Black HIGH GEAR Rate Adjuster Knob counterclockwise to the left most position in the curved slot in the HIGH GEAR Rate Adjuster Bracket FIGURE 1 C e Position the Black LOW GEAR Rate Adjuster Knob all the way forward in the curved slot on the LOW GEAR Rate Adjuster Bracket e Move the machine to an area where any fertilizer discharge can be collected and recycled or will not damage desirable turf e Move the Fertilizer lever forward to open the hopper and clear the clog e Return the Black Rate Adjuster Knobs to their previous setti
50. ement well away from puddles obstacles and curbs that may cause the operator to loose his footing or become entrapped Allow adequate room for the ramps to be deployed and the machine and operator to come straight on or off the Transport platform and ramps e To prevent a ramp from slipping out from under the machine make sure the ramp is securely fastened to the Transport platform and the ramp and machine wheels are properly aligned with each other e Never unload a Triumph by shifting it into NEUTRAL and allowing it to freewheel backwards down a ramp Rather the driver must start the Triumph while on the Transport platform shift the engine into REVERSE and inch the machine down the ramp under power using the brakes as necessary Read Safety Manual WARNING 13 Reverse Operation for required precautions while operating the Triumph in reverse e lf there is not adequate standing room for the operator on the Transport platform the machine should be started while the operator is standing on the ground e fan enclosed Transport is used use extra caution starting and operating the Triumph inside the enclosure Transporting the machine over the road can be hazardous The risks include but not limited to traffic accidents failure of Transport system and ejection of the machine from the Transport Transporting the Triumph requires a heavy duty Transport capable of safely carrying a fully loaded Triumph weighing 700 Lbs 318 Kg plus
51. ety Manual read it now before proceeding with the Pre Operation Inspection Avoid serious injury Lack of training operator error or carelessness may cause serious injury or death to the operator mechanic or others e All users mechanics and owners SHALL read and understand this Safety manual before inspecting operating or repairing the Triumph If you are not entirely familiar with the Safety Manual read it now before proceeding with the Pre Operation Inspection Even though your Triumph is shipped completely assembled and tested damage may have occurred in transit or storage A PermaGreen Servicing Dealer or the purchaser of the Triumph shall perform the Pre Operation Inspection and complete and fax or mail the Warranty Registration Card to PermaGreen 5609 Murvihill Rd Valparaiso IN 46383 tech permagreen com or Fax 219 476 7113 While conducting the Pre Operation Inspection identify any unusual noises vibration or irregular operation Adjust or service as required After the Triumph is uncrated perform each and every step of this Pre Operation Inspection in order THIS SYMBOL IDENTIFIES A SAFETY CHECK e Place the machine on level pavement e Control Systems Inspection see PAGE 14 for locations The Throttle Lever Front and Rear Brake Levers Handle Release Lever and Spray Lever shall move smoothly when pulled and automatically snap back to their original position when released Th
52. events unintentional disengagement of the Sulky from the front frame e Fluid filled tires which provide ballast for a lower center of gravity e SmartSteer Brake Assist Steering System e Belt and Pulley Guards Safety Manual 9 Operation Avoid serious injury e DO NOT change the engine governor setting or over speed the engine The top engine speed when the machine is in Neutral is 3450 RPM Use the electronic multifunction display to monitor the top speed and make adjustments as necessary e Never shift gears while the machine is moving as this may cause a rapid slowdown or stop the front wheels causing loss of control or a tip over Always stop the machine before shifting gears e Only operate in good visibility conditions Avoid holes and inspect work area for hidden hazards before starting machine engine e Be sure the machine is in NEUTRAL and all brakes are locked before starting engine e Adequate and reliable footing is necessary to safely operate this machine Walk don t run Never operate on wet grass Reduced footing could cause slipping Use caution stepping on or off the sulky to avoid tripping e Use extra care when operating this machinery on inclines or slopes Be sure to refer to the Operator s Manual for specific instructions regarding operating the machinery on slopes and or inclines Turf conditions can affect the machine s stability Use caution while operating near drop offs or other h
53. f the Maryland Pennsylvania border or north of 39 43 N ORIGINAL PURCHASER RESPONSIBILITIES e Complete and return a Warranty Registration Card within 30 DAYS of purchase e Perform all recommended maintenance and adjustments in a timely manner as specified in the Operator Manual and Engine Manual o Provide transportation to and from the place of warranty repair or Buy Back e Empty drain and clean the machine prior to taking it in for Warranty repair e Provide PermaGreen Supreme Inc with prior notification of the need for Warranty Service or Buy Back e Return a Warranty Claim Form to PermaGreen Supreme Inc along with the claimed defective part s if required within 30 DAYS of warranty repair EXCLUSIONS No warranty is applicable to any equipment or parts that have been altered misused improperly adjusted and or neglected Additionally the warranty does not apply to equipment and or parts or damaged or in need of repair or replacement due to accidents disasters and or normal wear and tear PermaGreen Supreme Inc reserves the right to incorporate any changes in design into its products without obligation to make such changes on products previously manufactured LIMITATION OF REMEDIES UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL PERMAGREEN SUPREME INC BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE DIRECT OR INDI RECT SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY CLAIM FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF SAV INGS OR REVENUE LOSS OF US
54. gaged using the brakes as necessary e Use extra caution backing from an awkward location or position e Keep both feet firmly on the footpads whenever possible e Backing up while in the walking position is hazardous and in most cases can and should be avoided However when backing up from the walking position is unavoidable such as when unloading the machine from a trailer use extreme caution e DONOT back up if there is any possibility that you could lose your footing or become trapped between the machine and an immovable object such as a tree or building u A wanne Parking Anytime you leave the operator position you must Stop on level ground e Turn off the engine e Lock both Brake Levers e Shift into NEUTRAL Never leave the machine unattended on an incline or slope where someone could disengage the brakes and the machine could roll When leaving the machine unattended close fuel shut off valve Safety Manual 11 so A wanne To avoid Loss of control tip over and rollover Loss of control tip over or rollover may cause death or serious injury This machine has a high center of gravity and turf conditions affect stability Slopes are a major factor in loss of control tip over and rollover accidents e Never shift gears while the machine is moving as this may cause a rapid slowdown or stop the front wheels causing loss of control or a forward tip over Instead bring the machine to a co
55. he Third hole several times and verify the spreader width above for both HIGH GEAR and LOW GEAR Third hole setting is 13 Readjust as necessary speeds a e Record both the Calibration Gage setting and the Memory e Measure AND RECORD the amount of time it takes to Lock setting for future use NOTE The correct Calibration spread 1 000 f 93 m of area NOTE The machine is Gage setting must be verified from time to time designed to operate at a full throttle engine speed of 3450 RPM while in NEUTRAL Check engine speed with the tachometer and adjust to 3450 RPM if needed see Adjusting Engine speed to 3450 RPM in the Service Manual section Keeping the engine speed constant helps insure that the application rate remains constant e Create a test course based on the effective Spread Width from the table above EXAMPLE e Triumph comes set from the factory to an effective spread and spray width of 7 FEET which can be accomplished by making 7 FOOT center to center parallel passes overlapping approximately 50 PERCENT of the last pass Measure a distance equal to the of 143 FEET 44 meters over turf This will provide a spread area of approximately 1 000 ft 93 m The effective material spread width for man products is 7 FEET therefore 7 x 143 1 001 ft 93 m NOTE If your calibrated effective spread width is 8 feet you will use 8 x 125 1000 ft as the basis for e The Memory Lock setting is adequate for reference in the field
56. he center of the lawn by making parallel passes e Turn on 7 FOOT centers NOTE The edge of the spread pattern of most granular materials will fall between the wheel marks of a preceding pass e The first pass should overlap back to the centerline of your wheel tracks of one of the header pass e As you enter the fertilized area of the header pass shut off FIGURE 11 Spreader Passes Spread Pattern Effective Spread Width Example 7 8 Foot Spray Pattern the hopper as you make a 180 DEGREE turn e Quickly open the hopper as you come out of the turn heading back in the opposite direction with the fertilizer overlapping to the center of your last parallel pass e Repeat this process throughout the rest of the lawn Method 2 Make a trim pass and header pass as in the previous section Then continue filling in the center making descending spiral passes around the periphery ending in the center This method helps compensate for an unbalanced pattern distribution because the right side pattern always overlaps the left side pattern Either method may be used simultaneously with the spray features on the machine When trim spraying the edging pass use the appropriate trim nozzle for the gear selected and spray as needed When Broadcast spraying the center area use the appropriate Broadcast nozzle for the gear selected and spray as need Spreader Calibration Adjustment of the spreader establishes the correct spread
57. he lower left rear of the front frame The Drain Valve C can be used to flush the spray system drain the tanks or fill the Spot Sprayer bottle included A Strainer not shown is located inside each Tank The Tanks are connected together by common Suction and Return flow plumbing to provide a total capacity of 12 U S GALLONS 45 4 liters NOTE The Triumph is not capable of selectively drawing from only one Tank Referring to FIGURE 15 There is a pair of low drift nozzles broadcast D amp trim E for use while in LOW GEAR and a second pair of low drift nozzles broadcast F and trim G for use in HIGH GEAR If the Half Gallon Nozzle Kit is installed the LOW GEAR Broadcast Nozzle is replaced by a second HIGH GEAR Nozzle and both are used simultaneously to spray Referring to FIGURE 16 A Spray Lever H with lock is mounted FIGURE 16 Sprayer Controls which allows the operator to spot spray the liquid product while blanket covering the area with granular product Dashboard mounted Spray Selector Valves 1 control which selects High gear Broadcast and Trim Nozzles Spray Valve J selects Low gear Broadcast and Trim Nozzles The sprayer comes from the factory with standard nozzles sized to apply approximately 1 QUART 95 liters per thousand square feet 93 m in either gear whether broadcasting or trimming An optional Half Gallon Nozzle Kit is available to apply approximately ONE HALF GALLON 1 89 liters PE
58. he rear to lower the Defector while simultaneously pulling the Third hole Lever rearward to close the Third hole Adjuster Plate and reduce the spread width by cutting off the material on the right side e Select the appropriate gear for the terrain and turf conditions e Use LOW GEAR on inclines slopes and or hills and in tight areas e Use HIGH GEAR on level and open areas e Set the Rate Adjustment Knob to the pre calibrated rate for the gear selected e Pull the Throttle Lever to accelerate while simultaneously pushing the Hopper Lever forward to open the spreader and permit granular material to flow from the Hopper e Make the trim pass keeping the right side of the granular spread pattern inside the edge of the sidewalk ornamental beds etc e When it is necessary to stop the machine simultaneously release the Throttle Lever and pull the Hopper Lever to the rear to stop the flow of granular material e After making the trim pass stop and push the Deflector Lever and the Third hole Lever forward to return the Deflector to the up position and the Third hole Adjustment Plate to the broadcast setting e Change gears if desired NOTE Return the Rate Adjustment Knob to the pre calibrated rate for the gear selected e Make a header pass following the path of the trim pass and keeping the right side of the granular spread pattern inside the edge of the sidewalk ornamental beds etc e Referring to FIGURE 11 fill t
59. ibrate Spray System o Calibrate Spreader System warning Maintenance and service Improper maintenance can cause serious injury e Lock brakes stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire Wait for all movement to stop before performing any adjustments cleaning or repairs e Clean grass and debris from drives mufflers and engine to help prevent fires Clean up oil or fuel spillage e Let engine cool before storing and do not store near flame e Shut off fuel while storing or transporting DO NOT store fuel near flames or drain indoors e Park machine on level ground Never allow untrained personnel to service machine Use jack stands to support components when required Carefully release pressure from tires and spray system Remove spark plug wire before making any repairs Keep hands and feet away from moving parts If possible do not make adjustments with the engine running e Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware tight ened e Replace all worn or damaged Machine Safety Labels e Replace worn or damaged footpads e Perform all scheduled maintenance as directed in the Service Manual Fluid filled tires are Safety Devices Keep pressure at 12 PSI 83 Kilopascals DO NOT operate machine without Fluid filled tires Replace any lost fluid Read Safety Manual WARNING 18 Tire Safety before A starting operating or performing repairs or maintenance on the Triumph Adjusting Press
60. ing Axle bent Shift Fork bent or broken Other internal damage Machine creeps or Engine Idle speed too high continues moving with Throttle Lever released Throttle Lever cable damaged or sticking Auxiliary Throttle Return Spring broken Honda Throttle Lever too tight Carburetor linkage stuck Excessive Vibration Drive Belt slipping or tensioned improperly Loose Engine Bolts Engine Vibration Dampers Damaged Motor Plate Cracked Fasteners loose or missing Frame or welds cracked Too fast Engine RPM too high Throttle Lever Cable improperly adjusted Ground Speed Incorrect Too Slow Engine RPM too low Throttle Lever Cable improperly adjusted Belt Slipping worn or damaged Transaxle in LOW GEAR See Transaxle damage in Machine will not move with Engine running Transaxle Locked Front Brake locked Steering Brakes too tight dirty or damaged Axle Bearing low on grease Internal Transaxle damage Do not attempt to repair Brakes Stop too fast Brake Cable adjusted too tight Brake Band and Drum dirty Something caught in Brake Band and Drum Rear Wheel Hub low on grease Stop too slow Adjust Brake Cable Brake Band and Drum wet or contaminated Brake Cable broken Brake Band or Drum worn or damaged Pull to one side Rear Brake opposite the direction of the turn is tighter Rear Brake Cables misadjusted One Brake Band or Drum worn or damaged Rear Wheel Hub low on grease
61. lls for 1 1 OUNCES PER THOUSAND x 4 4 4 OUNCES PER GALLON e Multiply ounces per gallon times the number of gallons of spray mix you wish to make e Example 4 4 OUNCES PER GALLON x 12 GALLONS 52 8 OUNCES of product Mix 52 8 OUNCES of product with enough water to make 12 gallons of spray mix e f your Pesticide label gives PINTS PER ACRE you must convert Pints per acre to ounces per thousand using this formula e Multiply pints per acre times 367 to get OUNCES PER THOUSAND e Plug OUNCES PER THOUSAND into the first step to calculate OUNCES PER GALLON NOTE If the Half Gallon Nozzle Kit is installed each one half gallon of spray mix must contain the amount of Pesticide concentrate specified on the Pesticide label to treat 1000 square feet 28 Sprayer Operation and Calibration Spot Sprayer Operation The Spreader Sprayer includes a hand carried and hand operated bottle used to apply spray in areas that the Spreader Sprayer cannot reach When not in use the Spot Sprayer is carried in a machine mounted bracket Triumph provides room for an optional second Spot Sprayer The Spot Sprayer holds enough spray to cover approximately 500 f 46 5 meters If the Half Gallon Nozzle Kit is installed and refilled from the Spreader Sprayer it holds 250 ft 23 25 meters The machine includes a Fill Valve for refilling the bottle from the Spray Tank Applying the Spray Plan the spray application pattern
62. ly 12 Safety Manual e DO NOT make sharp turns as you may lose your balance and be thrown off the machine or loose control When making turns slow down and make gradual turns The machine also has a tendency to rollover when performing this maneuver e Avoid making downhill turns as the machine will accelerate through the turn making it more difficult for you to keep your balance and control over the machine so as to prevent rollover e Avoid any obstacles that could suddenly pitch the front uphill wheel upwards causing a rollover towards the downhill side e f you ever loose control while driving across a slope let go of the handles and jump off to the uphill side of the machine if necessary Backing up across the grade is a maneuver which in should be avoided To avoid backing up stop the machine apply the brakes step off the Driver s platform drop the handlebars steer the front of the machine in the desired direction and gradually engage the Throttle Clutch When backing up is unavoidable use caution Read Safety Manual WARNING 13 Reverse Operation for details on backing up AX wanwn Transporting Driving up and down ramps is hazardous The risks include tip over rollover loss of control and back over Use extreme caution when driving the Triumph onto and off of a Transport such as a vehicle carrying rack or trailer e When loading and unloading park the Transport on level pav
63. machine We at PermaGreen are confident that this machine will provide you with years of excellent performance and durability when operated and maintained as directed in this manual This operator manual is considered a permanent part of the machine It must be available at all times to all of the operators and persons servicing the machine Should the machine be resold this manual and service records are to remain with it An engine manufacturer s owner s manual has been provided with your machine This will provide maintenance and troubleshooting information for the engine installed in your machine All information illustrations and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at the time of publication Perma Green Supreme Inc reserves the right to change modify and or discontinue specifications and or design without notice Date Purchased Model Number Triumph C1C Serial Number Dealer Name Dealer Phone New Machine Pre Operation Inspection Pre Operation Inspection Avoid serious injury This Triumph MUST pass a Pre Operation inspection prior to use e DONOT start the machine until instructed to do so e DO NOT operate unless all Safety Devices are functioning properly e lf any Safety Device fails the inspection contact PermaGreen Tech Support at 800 346 2001 or tech permagreen com for replacement of any missing damaged or malfunctioning part e If you are not entirely familiar with the Saf
64. misadjusted dam aged or sticking Fuel Shut off Valve open Choke on Problem with fuel Dirty or stale fuel Water in fuel Debris in Fuel Bowl Fuel line plugged Gas Cap plugged Air cleaner plugged Spark plug damaged or fouled Honda Throttle Spring Broken Carburetor linkage stuck Governor Spring broken Governor out of adjustment Take to a mechanic for adjustment Engine Starts in Gear Preventing fuel related engine Problems Starting Module Not working Replace Ground wire not connected Always use STA BIL Fuel Stabilizer and Ethanol Treatment additive in every tank to prevent ethanol related fuel problems STA BIL is the only approved fuel stabilizer for use in PermaGreen equipment Use PREMIUM unleaded fuel NEVER use E85 or other high ethanol fuel blend which can damage the engine 30 Troubleshooting Manual If you are experiencing a problem that is not on the list or are having difficulty check with your PermaGreen Dealer or contact PermaGreen Tech Support at 800 346 2001 or tech permagreen com If Check Machine Brakes Locked Drive Belt worn or damaged Machine will not move with engine running Idler Tensioning Spring broken or missing Clutch Oil Shift Cable and ends Shift Arm Bolt missing or loose Pulleys loose Tensioning Idler V belt Idler Engine Transaxle Front Axle Shaft Key missing Transaxle damage Oil low Do not attempt to repair the follow
65. move the Air Filter and cover and loosen the Throttle Cable Clamp e Tie or have another person hold the Throttle Lever tightly up against the Hand Grip Pull on the cable sheath until 3450 RPM is reading on the Multifunction Display tachometer Tighten the Cable Clamp After successfully adjusting engine Top speed perform Safety Device Test 1 Throttle Clutch Operator Presence Control PAGE 18 in the Driver s Training and Operation section of this manual Replacing Throttle Lever Remove Handgrip Loosen Lever tensioning Screw Remove cable Replace Throttle Lever in reverse order Replacing Throttle Cable Remove Handgrip Loosen Lever tensioning Screw Remove cable Replace Throttle Lever in reverse order Lubrication Articulating Rod End Sulky Wheel Hub Zerk Fittings FIGURE 23 Grease Service Manual 37 Lubricate 2 Transaxle bearings A FIGURE 24 Grease points Brake adjustment Refer to FIGURE 25 A Read Safety Manual WARNING 5 Safety Devices before starting or operating the Triumph To increase braking loosen jam nut and extend Turnbuckle Adjuster Test braking and adjust as necessary Tighten jam nut To decrease braking loosen jam nut and retract Turnbuckle Adjuster Test braking and adjust as necessary Tighten jam nut TURNBUCKLE BRAKE ADJUSTERS d FIGURE 25 Adjusting brakes Adjusting Steering Brakes Refer to Figure 25 1 WARNING Over adjusting can cause pe
66. mplete stop before shifting gears e Study the terrain before beginning work and plan a safe operating pattern If the area at issue will not accommodate a safe operating pattern DO NOT attempt to drive the Triumph in that area e DO NOT operate on slopes or inclines where traction and stability are doubtful e DO NOT ride on slopes exceeding 15 DEGREES Read Machine Safety Label and Safe Balance Zone sections for details on estimating 15 DEGREE slopes before starting or operating the Triumph e Never operate on wet slopes e Look for holes ruts rocks and other hidden hazards in the work area before starting work Uneven terrain can overturn the machine Tall grass can hide hazards e DO NOT operate near drop offs ditches or bodies of water e Keep a firm grip of the handlebars with both hands at all times e Slow down and lean into turns for better balance and to transfer your weight to the inside wheels to prevent loss of control tip over or rollover e Tires with excessively worn tire tread are dangerous on slopes or inclines Replace tire s with less than 1 4 of tread remaining Only use liquid filled tires supplied by PermaGreen Maintain tire pressure at 12 PSI Higher pressures will cause the tires to lose traction and under inflated tires will cause instability e DONOT attempt to climb over curbs and parking blocks while operating the Triumph at a high speed as this may cause a forward tip over e To help av
67. n DO NOT operate until you receive and understand the following training e Machine Safety Labels e Operator controls e Safety Devices e Supervised Driver s Training with enough practice time so you can safely control the machine on hills e Pesticide handling safety e Fuel handling safety The owner of this machine is responsible for training operators and mechanics If you cannot read English the owner must explain the material to you The Operator Manual is part of this machine and MUST be available to the operator and mechanics at all times Machine Information Labels S Shift Pattern T WARNING DO NOT operate on slopes over 15 DEGREES You instinctively stand at your balance point BP When your BP is outside the BALANCE ZONE the slope is over 15 Illustrations show operator on 15 slopes U WARNING To avoid pesticide injury Read and follow all handling application and disposal precautions on the pesticide label Wear all the personal protective equipment required on the label when handling and applying Safety Manual FIGURE 4 Side Labels Machine WARNING Labels Refer to FIGURE 4 V WARNING The engine emits toxic poisonous carbon monoxide gas DO NOT run in an enclosed area W WARNING Use extra care when handling gasoline It is flammable and vapors are explosive Never remove gas cap or add gas when engine is running DO NOT smoke Keep heat sparks and flame away Never refuel or drai
68. n in FIGURE 18 Adjust as follows e Rotate the nozzles in the nozzle caps so that the spray pattern is centered perpendicular to the front of the machine e Rotate the nozzle body on the pipe nipple so that the spray pattern is pointed slightly forward e Adjust the spray nozzle body so that the pattern width measured from outermost droplets to outermost droplets is 6 FEET 3 6 meters Increase the pattern width by raising the nozzle level Decrease the pattern width by lowering the nozzle level e Repeat the procedure for the LOW GEAR Trim Nozzle ULD120 06 color coded Gray Remember to turn off the HIGH GEAR Spray Selector Valve If the Half Gallon Nozzle Kit is installed both Broadcast Nozzles will be used simultaneously Filling the Tanks IMPORTANT When filling DO NOT add concentrated product to an EMPTY Tank because the concentrate may be drawn into the plumbing and sprayed through a Nozzle directly onto a lawn causing turf damage Instead fill both Tanks halfway and then add concentrate IMPORTANT When filling DO NOT add ALL the concentrate to ONE Tank because the concentrate will not be evenly distributed and sprayed through a Nozzle directly onto a lawn causing turf damage or lack of efficacy There are two methods to fill the Tanks Method 1 It is recommended that the Pesticide be Pre mixed in the proper ratio with water in a Supply Tank and dispensed equally as needed into the Triumph Tanks e Remove both T
69. n indoors Use only an approved container ALWAYS close fuel valve when transporting the machine Read engine Owner s Manual Machine Information Labels X Rate Gauge Machine WARNING Labels Not Shown ON FRONT HOOD Exposed moving parts can cause sever injury DO NOT operate machine without guard in place UNDER HOOD If you can read this sign a guard has been removed DO NOT operate with guard removed UNDER REAR BELT GUARD If you can read this sign a guard has been removed DO NOT operate with guard removed 8 Safety Manual l A WARNING Owner s Responsibility To avoid injury The owner is responsible for training himself and all other operators and mechanics Before starting the engine and or operating the machine each operator must read and understand the Operator Manual the Safety Manual and all other training material If the person cannot read English the owner is responsible to explain the material to them Training MUST include SUPERVISED driver s training with adequate practice time for the operator to become competent in controlling the machine under all conditions It is the owner s responsibility to perform the maintenance as described in the Service Manual section The owner user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves other people or property A WARNING Supervised Driver s Training is Required for all operators and mechanics
70. nd lean uphill for balance e Avoid traveling straight down hill Instead zigzag down using brakes to slow descent e Travel across the grade beginning at the bottom and work your way up e Avoid sharp turns and sudden starts and stops e Apply rear brakes first and then front brakes e Reduce the amount of granular and liquid products carried e Operate as a walk behind in situations where tip over rollover or loss of control is possible FIGURE 3 Panel Labels Q WARNING Improper operation and improper maintenance of this machine may cause death or serious injury DO NOT operate the machine if e Engine speed exceeds 3 450 RPM e Machine moves unexpectedly when starting or shifting into gear e You detect any unusual noise or vibration e You are underage or under the Influence of drugs or alcohol e Conditions are wet or there is low light e A passenger is on board Inspect the work area and identify all hazards present first Stay clear of drop offs holes debris or other hazards Before shifting gears stop and then shift Before leaving the operator position park on level ground lock brakes shut off the engine and shift into NEUTRAL Perform daily and weekly maintenance Refer to the Operator Manual for details R WARNING Operation by an untrained person may cause death or serious injury to the operator or others DO NOT operate until you have read and understand the Operator Manual and Safety Informatio
71. ng the Triumph e Examine all tires for wear and damage Confirm that tires are free from visible damage and tread depth exceeds 1 4 INCH e Rotate each tire so the valve stem is in the 12 O CLOCK position and check pressure Confirm that tire pressure is 12 PSI 83 Kilopascals and fluid is visible 7 Machine Safety Label Visual Test e Confirm that all Labels are in in place and legible 8 Machine Guard Visual Test e Confirm that Hood and Engine Guard are securely fastened in place 9 Articulating Bolt Lock Visual Test e Confirm that articulating Bolt Lock is securely fastened in place 10 Articulating Joint Safety Link Visual Test e Confirm that articulating Joint Safety Link is securely fastened in place 11 Slip Resistant Footpads Visual Test e Confirm that both Footpads are not worn or damaged and are securely fastened in place The Drivers Training and Operation Section is completed Proceed to the Spreader Operation section 19 20 Page left intentionally blank Spreader Operation 21 A wanne Pesticide Safety The improper use handling application and disposal of pesticide products applied by this machine may cause death or serious injury e Read and follow product label and Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS precautions for handling mixing applying and disposing of pesticides applied by this machine Some materials may present health hazards that will require the use of Personal Protection
72. ngs To Pre Calibrate e Follow the Spreader Calibration instructions on PAGE 23 of the Operator s Manual beginning with the HIGH GEAR rate setting e Make initial HIGH GEAR adjustments using the Black HIGH GEAR Rate Adjuster Knob on the hopper e Once your Pre Calibrated HIGH GEAR setting is adjusted reposition the stop bolt FIGURE 10 1 A against the Rate Adjuster Knob FIGURE 10 1 B to lock in your Pre set location A 3 16 Allen wrench is required 22 Spreader Operation e Recheck opening and adjust if necessary e Calibrate LOW GEAR rate setting e Make initial LOW GEAR adjustments using the Black LOW GEAR Rate Adjuster Knob FIGURE 10 2 A on the Handlebar e Once your Pre Calibrated LOW GEAR setting is adjusted reposition the stop bolt FIGURE 10 2 C against the Rate Adjuster Knob FIGURE 10 2 A to lock in your Pre set location A 5 32 Allen wrench is required e Recheck opening and adjust if necessary Deflector operation e To raise the Deflector not shown out of the path of the granular spread pattern move the Deflector Lever A forward e To lower the Deflector and interrupt the granular spread pattern to the right of the spreader pull the Deflector Lever rearwards Third hole pattern adjuster operation when using the Deflector e To close the Third hole Adjustment Plate when lowering the Deflector pull the Third hole Lever rearwards e To open the Third hole Adjustment Plate not shown push the
73. ns in the Driver s Training and Operation section of this manual Read Safety Manual WARNING 5 e Make any necessary repairs or adjustments before starting the engine and or operating the machine o A warn Engine Starting Safety To avoid injury when starting e DO NOT attempt to start the machine if any of the following apply e You are in a confined space e You or someone else could be trapped between the machine and a solid obstacle should the machine unexpectedly move upon startup Remember to check for low hanging obstacles such as tree branches clotheslines etc e You are not certain of firm dry level footing to prevent loss of balance e Before attempting to start engine e You must move the machine to a solid level dry open area before starting the engine e Verify the machine is in Neutral The machine rolls forward easily in neutral e Lock all brakes e DONOT operate the Throttle Clutch e DONOT attempt to start or operate the machine if e The Neutral Safety Switch System or any other safety device is not working e The Throttle Clutch OPC does not move freely and automatically and rapidly return to the idle position e The idle engine speed exceeds 1650 RPM upon starting e The machine unexpectedly moves upon starting or when shifting gears 2 warn Forward operation Loss of control may cause death or serious injury e Always keep a firm grip on the handlebars with both hands e
74. ocks glass etc That may interfere with the machine e Mark the location of all immovable objects or irregular areas e Avoid hitting obstacles such as holes abrupt changes in ground contour branches stumps roots protruding pipes paving edges etc that could unexpectedly turn stop or upset the machine possibly throwing you off into or over the handle bars causing serious injury or death The faster you are moving the more potential there is for injury e Keep away from drop offs the edges of ponds streams pools etc especially at the bottom of slopes Evaluate the terrain e Determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job Only use accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer e Study the terrain and plan a safe operating pattern If no safe operating pattern exists DO NOT attempt to drive the Triumph in that area e If hills are present refer to additional Warnings in Hillside Operation in this section Evaluate the turf conditions e DO NOT operate if conditions are wet or there is low light i A WARNING Fuel Safety Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive e ALWAYS shut off fuel valve when transporting or stor ing the machine e Use only the approved container supplied with the machine e Never remove gas cap or add fuel when engine is running or hot Allow it to co
75. oid Loss of control tip over and rollover use extreme caution on inclines and slopes and e Use LOW GEAR to provide improved traction and a slower ground speed e Travel across the grade Begin at the bottom of the slope and work your way up e Avoid traveling straight down a slope When descending a slope zigzag or slalom across the grade gradually downwards using the brakes to slow the machine e Lean uphill at all times to provide better balance and to transfer weight to the uphill tires e Slow down and avoid sharp turns and sudden starts and stops e Reduce the amount of granular and liquid products carried e Apply rear brakes first and then front brakes Operate the Triumph as a walk behind unit in situations where loss of control tip over or rollover is possible When traveling up a slope be aware that the drive tires have reduced traction and there is greater risk that the machine could tip backwards Recommendations for driving up an incline or slope e Lean forwards to provide better balance and to transfer more weight to the front drive wheels Refer to the driver s position illustrations in Driver s Training and Operation section of this Manual for details e Accelerate gently Accelerate slowly Accelerating too quickly may result in a loss of traction e DO NOT make sharp or quick turns Making sharp or quick turns may cause you to lose your balance and be thrown off the machine or cause a si
76. ol first e DONOT smoke and stay clear of any sparks or open flames e Never refuel or drain the machine indoors Move machine outdoors instead e Clean up fuel spills immediately DO NOT attempt to start the machine near a fuel spill Move it away instead If fuel is spilled on clothing DO NOT attempt to start the machine stay way from open flames sparks or other sources of igni tion and change clothing The engine gives off carbon monoxide a poisonous gas e DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area or indoors Prevent fires e Keep engine clean and free from debris e Clean up spilled fuel e Check and repair leaking fuel lines fittings and cap e DO NOT park near an open flame or other source of ignition such as a furnace or water heater 10 Safety Manual i A WARNING Inspect machine before each use Examine the machine prior to each use DO NOT use the machine if any parts are not in good working condition e Check for worn tires cracks in parts loose or missing bolts cotter pins etc and replace or repair before operating e Make sure all safety devices are present and in good working order including all the safety labels Shields Brakes the Neutral Safety Switch System and the Operator Presence Control Throttle Centrifugal Clutch CPC which disconnects the power to the drive wheels when released To test the Brakes Neutral Safety Switch System and OPC Throttle clutch follow instructio
77. ons may restrict the age of the operator 4 A warning Operator clothing and Personal Protection Equipment PPE e Always read and follow Pesticide labels and MSDS sheets requirements for Personal Protective Equipment e Wear substantial water proof footwear and tightly secure all laces and straps e DO NOT wear shorts Instead always wear close fitting clothing and jackets to prevent clothing from getting caught on the handle bars and other control levers e Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat safety glasses and hearing protection Long hair loose clothing straps shoelaces or jewelry may get caught in moving parts A WaRNiNe Safety Devices DO NOT Operate machine unless all Safety Devices are in place and in good working condition Safety Devices include e Machine Safety Labels e Operator Presence Control Throttle Centrifugal Clutch Letting go of the Throttle lever disengages power to the drive wheels e Front and rear Brakes with Lock Front brake has a spring to limit the force applied to reduce the possibility of lock up Locked brakes are parking brakes e Drop down handle Allows operator to walk behind machine e Slip resistant footpads e Belt and pulley covers on engine and hood e Neutral Safety Switch System which prevents the Triumph from starting in gear e Articulating bolt lock Prevents unintentional loosening of lower bolt e Articulating Safety Link which pr
78. or above the full and add marks Read Safety Manual WARNING 14 Parking before starting or operating the Triumph A Read Safety Manual WARNING 5 Safety Devices now OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK UPPER LIMIT et er ti i oa al I i i i a A H isap ieks j i a aa r T k k d a a b 1 F A Y j DRAIN PLUG ie AA amp WASHER 0m ___ as OIL FILL HOLE bottom edge FIGURE 19 Checking engine LOWER LIMIT Check engine oil Level Refer to FIGURE 19 Park safely on level ground e Let engine cool e Clean around engine dipstick e Remove engine OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK and wipe it clean e Insert engine OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK into the oil filler neck as shown but do not screw it in then remove it to check the oil level e If oil is near or below the lower limit mark on the dipstick fill with the recommended oil refer to Table Engine and clutch oil type on the next page to the upper limit mark bottom edge of the oil fill hole DO NOT overfill If oil is above the full mark drain excess Oil Read Safety Manual WARNING 21 Handling and Disposal of hazardous waste products before starting or operating the Triumph e Replace Oil filler cap dipstick Changing engine oil Refer to FIGURE 20 Drain the used oil when engine is warm Warm oil drains quickly and completely e Clean around Dipstick and oil drain plug e Ona level surface place the machine in
79. or be thrown from the machine or loose control When making turns slow down and make gradual turns e Zigzag or slalom slowly and gradually downhill traveling across the grade using both brakes to slow your speed The steeper the slope the more gradual the slaloms should be between the switchbacks e Avoid any obstacles that could suddenly stop the front wheels causing a tip over e If you ever loose control while driving down a slope let go of the handles and jump off to the rear if necessary e Backing uphill is a risky maneuver which should be avoided To avoid backing uphill stop the machine apply the brakes step off the Driver s platform drop the handlebars steer the front of the machine across the grade and gradually engage the Throttle Clutch When backing uphill is unavoidable use caution Read Safety Manual WARNING 13 Reverse Operation for details on backing up When pointing across an incline slope or hill sideways the weight distribution between the front drive wheels and the rear wheels is similar to level ground However more weight is transferred to the lower wheels which may cause the machine to rollover towards the downhill side This is the preferred angle for driving on gentle slopes When pointing across an incline continued Recommendations for driving across a hillside e Lean uphill to provide better balance for you and transfer more weight to the uphill wheels e DO NOT change speed sudden
80. ose or damaged Spray output low Unloader Valve diaphragm dirty or damaged Engine RPM low Clogs Nozzle Strainer Tank Strainer Nozzle Tip Pump Hoses Spinner pump Belt slipping worn damaged or improperly adjusted Loose pulley Pump Transaxle Gearbox Pump worn damaged or dirty Spray mix too thick or viscous Product does not flow from Hopper Product blocking one or more holes Agitator damaged or worn Hopper Opening Plate does not move Narrow Spray Pattern Spray Nozzles improperly Aligned See Spray output low Third hole Adjustment Plate does not move Third hole Cable or Lever damaged Product jammed Spreader Pattern Uneven Third hole improperly adjusted Spinner Platter damaged or dirty See Product does not flow from Hopper See Spinner Platter does not turn Engine RPM incorrect Sprayer No Spray output Tanks empty Spray system not primed Suction Valve closed Clogs Nozzle Strainer Tank Strainer Nozzle Tip Pump Hoses Spinner Pump Belt slipping worn damaged or improperly tensioned Loose pulley Pump Transaxle Gearbox Pump worn damaged or dirty Spray mix too thick or viscous Frozen fluid 32 Page left intentionally blank Service Manual 33 Service WARNING An untrained operator or mechanic can cause an accident with serious injury to himself or bystanders Read Safety Manual WARNING 2 Supervised
81. pattern The center discharge hole establishes the center of the pattern The right hand discharge hole as viewed from the Operator position establishes the spread pattern on the left hand side The left hand discharge hole establishes the spread pattern on the right hand side Calibration establishes the correct application rate and balances the spreader pattern Spreader Operation 23 Verify that the spreader discharge holes are closed an pelts dik lf the spreader discharge holes are not completely closed adjust ai A the length of the control cable running from the controls on the left Not Significant Not Signficant handlebar down the handle to the outer hopper control plate by loosening and repositioning the locknuts If you did not purchase a calibration kit with your Triumph obtain the following materials e Eleven collection pans 3 to 4 INCHES 8 to 10 centimeters high and about 1 FOOT 0 3 meter square i e aluminum Distribution Ratio by Percentage per Distribution Area FIGURE 13A Spread distribution roasting pans e Place 11 calibration pans in a line on two foot centers on a e Aclear graduated tube 1 2 Inch 13 millimeter internal paved area such as a parking lot NOTE Checking the diameter 3 to 4 INCHES 8 to 10 centimeters tall to act as a effective spread pattern and adjusting the distribution graduated cylinder for measuring the collected fertilizer pellets pattern requires multiple passes over the c
82. ravel across the slope On slopes over 15 DEGREES stop release and lower the handlebar Walk behind the machine Never ride the Triumph on inclines or slopes greater the 15 DEGREES FIGURE 8 Driving Techniques Triumph Spreader Sprayer Principles of the Balance Zone BP WARNING DO NOT operate machine on slopes which exceed 15 DEGREES You instinctively stand at your A BALANCE POINT When your BALANCE POINT is outside the BALANCE ZONE the slope is over 15 DEGREES Know the limits of your BALANCE ZONE Side Balance Zone The driver s side to side BALANCE POINT is the centerline passing vertically through his nose The 15 DEGREE sidelines indicate the maximum limits of the side to side BALANCE ZONE Front Rear Balance Zone The driver s front to rear BALANCE POINT is the centerline passing vertically through his body The 15 DEGREE sidelines indicate the maximum limits of the front to back BALANCE ZONE Riding across a 15 degree slope When the drivers BALANCE POINT is directly over the control levers he has reached the sideline of the side to side safe BALANCE ZONE Climbing a 15 degree slope When the front of the driver is even with the handlebars he has reached the front sideline of the FRONT BALANCE ZONE Descending a 15 degree slope When the driver s arms are full extended and he must squat to reach his BALANCE POINT he has reached the rear sideline of the REAR BALANCE ZON
83. required to cover the manual application area IMPORTANT Use caution when spraying near desirable vegetation or painted surfaces to avoid damage IMPORTANT Use caution when spraying in windy conditions to avoid damage e To spray invert the spray bottle and squeeze the bottle with enough pressure to create the spray pattern needed e To stop spraying stop squeezing and right the bottle Filling the Spot Sprayer The spray bottle can be filled directly from the Triumph spray system using the Fill Valve e Park Triumph on level ground shift into NEUTRAL lock both brakes open Fill Valve remove the cap center the Spot Sprayer under the Fill Valve Throttle up the engine and dispense the spray mix into the spray bottle e When filled release Throttle close Fill Valve and install the spray bottle cap Cleanup After Use e Rinse the Nozzle Nozzle strainer cap and spray components in water e Inspect the components for wear and damage before reassembly Replace damaged and worn components e Dispose of spray and cleanup water according to the product label and material safety data sheet Troubleshooting Manual If you are experiencing a problem that is not on the list or are having difficulty check with your PermaGreen Dealer or contact PermaGreen Tech Support at 800 346 2001 or tech permagreen com 29 Check If engine does not start Engine Stalls or lacks power Engine knocks Check Transa
84. rsonal injury due to sudden and unexpected speed and directional changes FIGURE 25 1 Adjusting Steering brakes To increase Steering Brake assistance e Hold the adjustment bolt A and loosen lock nut B to the desired amount Tighten jam nut C e Test Steering Brake action and readjust as desired e Note Over adjustment may result in heat build up on brake bands excessive wear or brake failure Symptoms include a high pitched chirping or squealing noise To decrease Steering Brake assistance e Hold the adjustment bolt A and loosen jam nut C to the desired amount Tighten lock nut B e Test Steering Brake action and readjust as desired 38 Plumbing and Electric ee a Eo a Ss 5 i mooo lt ie BEE v c g S S 6 L M N S a LL ool col ool n si ale T B Tig FIGURE 25 Plumbing Diagram FIGURE 26 Wiring Diagram A HIGH gear BROADCAST nozzle A Starting module B HIGH gear TRIM nozzle B Neutral switch C LOW gear BROADCAST nozzle C Ground to engine D LOW gear TRIM nozzle D Kill switch E Nozzle body cap and gasket and strainer E Engine Magneto F Nozzle body cap and gasket and strainer G Nozzle body cap and gasket and strainer H Nozzle body cap and gasket and strainer I Spray selector valve HIGH gear J Spray selector valve LOW gear K Spray control valve L Left 6 Gallon tank M Pump N Right 6 Gallon tank O Suction valve P
85. rvised Driver s Training 3 Minimum Operator s Qualifications and 4 Operator clothing and Per sonal Protection Equipment Trainer MUST read Safety Manual WARNINGS 2 Supervised Drivers Training 3 Minimum Operator s Qualifications and 4 Operator clothing and Personal Protection Equipment By Trainee MUST read entire Operator s Manual before starting or operating this machine A Read Safety Manual WARNING 5 Safety Devices before At each point where the trainee is to learn a new phase of driving the machine the trainee MUST be provided adequate practice time and demonstrate the ability to satisfactorily control the machine while starting stopping turning getting on and off along with performing any other task described in that specific phase of the training before proceeding to the next phase Machine Safety Devices and controls Locate identify and explain the function of the following refer to FIGURE 5 For location Te A L M w K I P J a to i i l ih f m H B eZ 6 Sc ee ee ise z G FIGURE 5 starting or operating the Triumph Machine Safety Labels Safety Device SD A complete listing is found in the Safety Manual section Engine Kill Switch SD turns the engine off and permits it to be started It is part of the Neutral Safety Switch System to prevent the Triumph from starting in Gear Front Brake Lever SD controls the front service brake on
86. s e Rotate the nozzles in the nozzle caps so that the spray pattern is centered perpendicular to the front of the machine e Rotate the nozzle body on the pipe nipple so that the spray pattern comes out slightly below parallel with the ground e Adjust the spray nozzle body so that the pattern width measured from outermost droplets to outermost droplets should be 11 FEET 3 4 meters using the 20 PSI Unloader Valve or 13 FEET using the 30 PSI Unloader Valve Increase the pattern width by raising the nozzle level Decrease the pattern width by lowering the nozzle level Repeat the procedure for the LOW GEAR Broadcast Nozzle TF VS4 color coded with a white band Remember to turn off the HIGH GEAR Spray Selector Valve If the Half Gallon Nozzle Kit is installed both Broadcast Nozzles will be used simultaneously Sprayer Operation and Calibration 2 Adjust the trim spray pattern e Park on a flat concrete or asphalt surface e Referring to FIGURE 15 select the HIGH GEAR Trim Nozzle ULD120 08 color coded white by turning the front Spray Selector Valve handle I to the right The rear Spray Selector Valve handle J must be pointed forward turning off the LOW GEAR nozzles e With the machine in neutral and running pull the throttle lever to full operating speed of 3450 RPM and pull the Spray Lever e Spray for 15 SECONDS until the spray pattern is visible on the surface The spray pattern should resemble the 6 FOOT spray patter
87. sion Every 50 hours or every 2 weeks Checklist Perform more frequently if operating in wet or dusty conditions o Change Engine oil o Change Clutch oil o Grease all fittings o Clean air filter o Check tire pressure o Check wheel bolt lug nut tightness o Check tightness of Articulating Joint Bolts o Test Safety Devices o Check drive belt and spinner clutch belts Every 100 hours or monthly Checklist Perform more frequently if operating in wet or dusty conditions o Change Engine oil o Change Clutch oil o Clean or replace air filter o Check engine manual for additional service required o Grease all fittings o Check tire pressure o Check wheel lug nut tightness o Check tightness of Articulating Joint Bolts o Test Safety Devices o Check drive belt and Spinner Pump belts replace if necessary o Flush and clean Spray tanks o Calibrate Spray System o Calibrate Spreader System Yearend checklist o Read Safety Manual WARNINGS o Change engine oil o Change Clutch oil Clean or replace air filter o Check engine manual for additional service required o Grease all fittings o Check tire pressure o Check wheel lug nut tightness o Check tightness of Articulating Joint Bolts o Test Safety Devices 34 Service Manual o Check drive belt and spinner clutch belts replace if necessary o Flush and clean Spray tanks o Run RV anti freeze or Windshield washer solution through spray system o Cal
88. st products NOTE Actual spread pattern width and overlap may vary based on your calibration refer to Spreader Calibration in this section Referring to FIGURE 10 A Deflector Lever A remotely controls a Deflector to cut off the right side of the spread pattern for trimming A Third hole Lever B remotely controls a Third hole Adjustment Plate that should be used with the Deflector to compensate for the amount of product required while trimming and to balance the spreader pattern for even distribution An opening and closing Hopper Lever C remotely controls the delivery of granular material from the Hopper A Rate Adjustment Knob D adjusts the amount of product delivered when the hopper is open The sprayer can be operated at the same time the spreader is in use and the seven foot overlap pattern is also effective for the sprayer Operation of Spreader Controls Spreader Opening and closing e Start spreader operation by pushing the Hopper Lever C forward to the OPEN position e To stop spreader operation pull the Hopper Lever rearward to the CLOSED position Spreader Rate adjustment e The HIGH GEAR Spreader Rate Adjuster FIGURE 10 1 is located at the lower front of the hopper e The LOW GEAR Rate Adjuster FIGURE 10 2 is located on the Handlebar e Each Rate Adjuster has a stop bolt that is to be Pre set to the Pre calibrated rate for the product being applied and the gear selected a a a FIGURE 10 1 e To spr
89. stick in when checking level See Engine Manual for details Lubricate all moving parts See the Service Manual for details Using only the APPROVED gas can provided with the machine add regular unleaded gasoline to the gas tank Connect the spark plug wire Open the fuel shutoff valve Shift into Neutral The machine shall easily roll forward confirming NEUTRAL GEAR Lock both Brake Levers Chock the wheels to prevent movement Choke the engine but DO NOT operate the Throttle Lever while starting High engine speed causes the centrifugal clutch to engage and the machine might lurch unexpectedly during starting Set the kill switch to the ON position Have firm footing on the ground when attempting to start the Machine Pull the starter cord to start the engine After the engine starts place the choke in the RUN position IMPORTANT Avoid Damage If unusual noise or vibration is detected stop engine and correct the problem While in Neutral the engine SHALL idle at no more than 1650 RPM IF THE IDLE SPEED EXCEEDS 1650 RPM adjust the idle speed down see Service Manual While in Neutral pull the Throttle lever The top engine speed SHALL be 3450 RPM plus or minus 25 RPM at full throttle If necessary adjust the full throttle speed Pull and release the Throttle Lever several times The engine SHALL automatically and quickly return to idle Neutral Safety Switch Inspection Following the starting proced
90. the drainage hole in the motor plate to catch the used oil e Remove oil filler cap dipstick drain plug and washer e Allow oil to drain completely into pan e Reinstall the drain plug and new washer and tighten the drain plug securely e Add recommended oil refer to Table Engine and clutch oil type on the next page and use dipstick to check level as described in the Checking engine oil section above Temperature Oil Volume Range OUT YRS i Clutch 50 F 10 C 0 63 quart 0 53 US quart and a EN 0 6 liter 0 5 liter 50 F 10 C SAE 10W 0 63 quart 0 53 US quart and a 30 0 6 liter 0 5 liter 0 53 US quart oO po 0 63 quart 0 C to 30 C 5W 30 0 6 liter 0 5 liter Table Engine and Clutch Oil Type Volume and Tempera ture Range 36 Service Manual Operator Presence Control Throttle Clutch Adjustment and Service fy Read Safety Manual WARNING 5 Safety Devices before starting or operating the Triumph Components Throttle Lever Throttle Cable Auxiliary Throttle Return Spring FIGURE 22 Multifunction Display Tachometer Drive Belt Idler Pulley Idler Tension Spring Transaxle Honda Engine and components Honda carburetor and linkage Honda Governor Spring Honda Throttle Spring Honda Throttle Return Spring and Honda Clutch Adjusting Idle speed to 1650 RPM Idle speed is part of the Operator Presence Control Throttle A Clutch Safety Device Keep the Idle speed less th
91. the machine while starting stopping turning getting on and off or other task described in that point before proceeding to the next phase e Initial training should take place on a flat open area free of obstructions with the Triumph in LOW GEAR e As the trainee progresses to more advanced phases of training the degree of difficulty may be increased but at each phase the initial training must begin on terrain that has a low degree of difficulty This is particularly important to keep in mind when learning how to operate on inclines and slopes e The Trainer shall demonstrate the principles covered in each phase e The Trainee shall be required to use only LOW GEAR for the first few days of unsupervised operation A WaRNiNe Minimum Operator Qualifications Avoid serious injury An Operator of this machinery must meet the following qualifications e The operator must be an experienced professional lawn care technician who possess a demonstrated ability to apply fertilizer and pesticide products correctly e The operator must meet all state Pesticide Applicator Certification requirements e The operator must be at least 18 YEARS OLD e The operator must be physically fit and able to lift 50 POUNDS with ease e The operator must weigh BETWEEN 120 and 300 pounds e Has read and understands the information contained this manual Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment Local regulati
92. therein as well as to conduct the New Machine Pre Operation inspector if not performed by the Dealer B The Triumph Operations Manual with the serial number that matches the Triumph being delivered C The Triumph Warranty Registration Card with the serial numbers that matches the Triumph being delivered D Engine Operation Manual E Squeeze and Spray spot sprayer F Hopper cover G Calibration Gauge set H Approved Gas Can amp 6 extension for Gas Can Sample packet of STA BIL fuel additive J Spray Shield K Hopper Screen Page left intentionally blank Safety Manual 5 ALL USERS AND OWNERS SHALL READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS SAFETY MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TRIUMPH LACK OF TRAINING OPERATOR ERROR OR CARELESSNESS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE OPERATOR OR OTHERS Understanding Safety Messages This manual and the labels on the machine contain messages to bring to your attention to potential safety concerns machine damage operation and maintenance information Please read all the special messages carefully to avoid injury and machine damage Safety symbol WARNING The word WARNING along with this safety symbol identify a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may cause serious injury or death Machine Labels FIGURE 1 Dashboard Labels Machine WARNING Labels Refer to FIGURE 1 CAUTION The word CAUTION along with this safety sym
93. ual drag Rear Brake System Components Brake Lever with Lock Rear Brake Cable Band Brake 2 Brake Drum 2 Band Tension Spring 2 Sheath Brake pin 2 Rod Brake pin 2 washer 2 Lock Nut 2 e Pull and release the Rear Brake Lever several times Confirm that the lever operates smoothly and snaps back completely when released The operating force on the Lever must not exceed 25 POUNDS of force e While in NEUTRAL push the machine forward No unusual drag should be felt Shift into HIGH GEAR accelerate to full speed and pull Rear Brake Lever Confirm that the machine stops smoothly in less than 8 FEET Confirm that both Brakes drag equally without causing a change of course left or right Brake band must not over heat nor cause unusual drag Both Front and Rear Brake Systems e Shift into HIGH GEAR accelerate to full ground speed and pull both brake levers Confirm that the machine stops in less that the length of the machine Parking Brake System Components Front Brake System and Rear Brake System e Drive the fully loaded machine up a 17 DEGREE slope stop and lock both Brake Levers Confirm that brakes hold the machine in place e Drive the fully loaded machine down a 17 DEGREE slope stop and lock both Brake Levers Confirm that the brakes hold the machine in place SmartSteer Brake Assist Steering Components SmartSteer Handle Assembly Steering Brake Cable 2 Band Brake 2 Brake Drum 2 Sheath
94. ure in Fluid filled Tires On a level open area free from obstructions and bystanders lock both Brakes shift into NEUTRAL and start engine Tires are filled with pressurized diluted RV antifreeze to provide ballast for a lower center of gravity EXPLOSIVE SEPARATION OF RIM AND TIRES MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY e DONOT remove fluid from tires e All replacement tires must be fluid filled e Wear a face shield when checking filling and repairing fluid filled tires e Refer to the Service Manual for instructions on repairing fluid filled tires e Do not attempt to check repair or replace fluid fill tires without the proper equipment e Usea clip on chuck and extension hose Stand to the side of the tire when filling e Always maintain tire pressure at 12 PSI Do not under or over inflate tires e Rear tires have split rims Release tire pressure prior to loosening any nuts or bolts e Never weld or heat the tire rims as this could cause a tire explosion or structural damage to the rim e Check tires often for cuts wear bubbles and missing or lose lug nuts Check pressure often e Fix or replace worn or damaged tires rims and hardware Service Manual 35 Check Engine and Clutch Oil IMPORTANT Low oil level can cause serious engine or clutch damage Check oil level regularly Check before operating Keep oil level between full and add marks Do not operate engine if oil level in engine or clutch are below
95. ures above attempt to start the machine in LOW GEAR HIGH GEAR and REVERSE It SHALL NOT start in gear IF THE MACHINE STARTS IN ANY GEAR DO NOT CONTINUE THE TEST OR OPERATE THE MACHINE Contact PermaGreen support and or refer to the Troubleshooting Section for details Drive and Brake Systems Inspection Remove the chock blocks and unlock both Brake Levers On a paved parking lot shift into LOW GEAR and pull the Throttle Lever The machine should smoothly accelerate to about 3 5 MPH New Machine Pre Operation Inspection 3 Pull the Rear Brake Lever Both rear wheels should drag equally without causing a change of course left or right Accelerate again and carefully pull the Front Brake Lever When applied the front brakes shall not lock up Stop Repeat the acceleration and brake tests in HIGH GEAR Top speed shall not exceed 5 MPH At top speed the Rear Brakes alone shall bring the machine to a smooth stop within 8 FEET The Front Brakes alone shall do the same Appling both Front and Rear Brakes together should stop the machine in less than the length of the machine Shift into REVERSE GEAR The machine should back up under power e Spray System Inspection see PAGE 25 for locations e Fill the tanks with water Open the Suction valve and the Fill Valve Place a collection bucket under the Fill Valve Start the engine and run it at high speed until the Spray System is primed Close the
96. utch shall engage smoothly as the engine is accelerated and propel the machine forward at 3 5 MPH at full acceleration No unusual noise should be detected 2 Neutral Safety Switch System NSSS Components NSSS Module Kill Switch Neutral Switch Honda Kill Wire Ground wire Wire Harness and terminals e Park on level ground free from obstructions and bystanders e Lock both Brake Levers shift into NEUTRAL and start engine e Turn Engine off with Kill Switch Confirm that the engine starts and Kill Switch works e Shift into LOW GEAR and repeat the previous test Confirm that the engine does not start in gear 3 Brake Systems A Front Brake System Components Brake Lever with Lock Front Brake Cable 1 Front Brake Cable 2 Band Brake Brake Drum Band Tension Spring Sheath Brake pin Rod Brake pin 1 washer Lock Nut e Park a fully loaded machine on level ground free from obstructions and bystanders Start engine e While in NEUTRAL push the machine forward No unusual drag should be felt e Pull and release the Front Brake Lever several times Ensure that the lever operates smoothly and snaps back completely when released The operating force on the Lever must not exceed 25 POUNDS of force e Shift into HIGH GEAR accelerate to full speed and pull the Front Brake Lever Confirm that the machine stops smoothly in less than 8 FEET and the Brake does not lock up Brake band must not over heat nor cause unus
97. verse look behind to make sure the path is clear and keeping both feet on the operator s platform and a firm 2 handed grip on the handles gradually pull the Throttle Clutch Lever To turn right e Pull the right Handle toward you and push the left handle away from you To turn left e Reverse the procedure To stop backing up e Release Throttle Clutch Lever and pull one or both Brake Levers to stop Phase VIII Completing Daily Service Checklist A Read Safety Manual WARNING 19 Maintenance and Service now BEFORE starting or operating machine Adjust Repair replace and report any irregularities discovered to your supervisor e Clean machine in a designated area IMPORTANT DO NOT power wash machine High pressure water will force corrosive fertilizer residue into bearings linkages and other parts Corrosion damage is not covered by the War ranty Instead use low pressure air regulated to 29 PSI 200 Kilopascals Once a week or as necessary use low pres sure water regulated to 29 PSI 200 Kilopascals to wash machine Start and run machine and blow dry to remove any water e Empty Hopper NOTE Use a dedicated pail or wet dry vacuum to remove fertilizer so that it can be recycled Clean e Spinner Platter Footpads Nozzles and Nozzle Strainers If necessary Hopper opening plate Third Hole Slide plate and linkage Engine cooling fins Blower housing inlet Starter carbure tor governor linkage Honda
98. xle in NEUTRAL Kill Switch ON Gas in tank Fuel Shut off Valve open Choke on Engine flooded Gas Cap plugged Spark plug wire attached Honda Throttle Spring Broken Problem with fuel Dirty or stale fuel Water in fuel Air cleaner plugged Spark plug damaged or fouled Idle adjustment too low Carburetor Jet clogged Linkage stuck Neutral Safety Switch System Starting Module failed Wire nicked and grounding out Transaxle Switch failed Starter pulls hard Flooded cylinder Oil low Starter pulls easy Spark Plug loose Choke off Gas in tank Fuel Shut off Valve open Honda Throttle Spring broken Gas Cap plugged Air Cleaner plugged Spark Plug damaged or fouled Dirty or stale gas Carburetor Jet clogged Linkage stuck Oil low When shifting into gear Starting Module Failed Oil low Rocker Arm loose Engine will not idle Idle Adjustment too low Honda Throttle Spring Broken Dirty or stale gas Gas Cap plugged Air Cleaner plugged Spark Plug damaged or fouled Carburetor Jet clogged Linkage stuck Engine will not return to idle Throttle Lever or cable damaged or sticking Auxiliary Throttle Return Spring broken Honda Throttle Lever too tight Carburetor linkage stuck Governor Spring broken Governor out of adjustment Take to a mechanic for adjustment Engine runs too fast Poor Engine per formance Governor out of adjustment Take to a mechanic for adjustment Throttle Lever or cable

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