ground logic PATHFINDER, PATHFINDER XC, PAT-12012-2, PAT-22016-2, Rover Operator's Manual
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PATHFINDER, PATHFINDER XC
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
S/N: 20180360140 & Above
Congratulations on the purchase of your Ground Logic, Inc. machine.
This product has been carefully designed and manufactured to be a dependable piece of equipment that will provide years of trouble-free operation.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE, CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY.
For future reference, place the serial number of the machine and date of
purchase below:
Serial Number: ________________
Date of Purchase: _____________
GROUND LOGIC, INC.
PAT-12012-2/PAT-22016-2
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1. MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.1 Table of Specications
1.2 Operator Controls
2. GENERAL OPERATIONAL SAFETY
2.1 Proposition 65 Statement
2.2 Operating Safely
2.3 Chemical Safety
2.4 Training
2.5 Preparation
2.6 Children
2.7 Safe Handling of Gasoline
3. SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
3.1 Introduction to Safety Alert Symbols and Signal Words
3.2 Safety Icons and Warning Decals
3.3 Instructional Decals
3.4 Honda Engine Decals and Engine Controls
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 Operation
4.2 User Controls
4.3 Before First Time Operation
4.4 Pre-Start
4.5 Starting the Machine
4.6 Stopping the Machine
4.7 Transporting the Machine
4.8 Operating the Spreader
4.9 Operating the Sprayer
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5. SLOPE OPERATIONAL SAFETY
5.1 Slope Identication Guide
5.2 Slope Operation
5.3 Operating on Slopes
6. CALIBRATION
6.1 Spreader Flow Rate Calibration
6.2 Centering the Spread Pattern
6.3 Calibrating the Spray Flow Rate
7. MAINTENANCE, STORAGE, AND SERVICE
7.1 Maintenance and Storage Safety
7.2 Periodic Service Intervals
8. FAULT ISOLATION
8.1 Machine Does Not Start
8.2 Spreading System Operates Incorrectly
8.3 Spraying System Operates Incorrectly
9. WARRANTY INFORMATION
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1. MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
1.1 TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS
PATHFINDER PATHFINDER XC
MODEL NUMBER
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
TRANSMISSION
This manual is for model number 5901725
(PAT-12012-2).
• Engine Model: GX200-RT2RMG2
• Engine specications: See your Honda
engine owner’s manual.
• RPM: Full speed: 3750 rpm (no load) Idle:
1400 rpm.
• 2:1 gear reduction with wet clutch.
• Capacity: 2.5 gal (9.5 L).
• Type of fuel: Regular unleaded gasoline,
87 octane or higher.
• Fuel shut-off valves: Located on engine.
• Transmission Model: Peerless 855 Series.
• Gear selections: 2 forward, 1 reverse,
neutral.
• Speed: 3.5 mph (5.6 km/hour) low gear,
5.0 mph (8.0 km/hour) high gear.
This manual is for model number 5901726
(PAT-22016-2).
• Engine Model: GX200-RT2RMG2
• Engine specications: See your Honda engine
owner’s manual.
• RPM: Full speed: 3750 rpm (no load) Idle:
1400 rpm.
• 2:1 gear reduction with wet clutch.
• Capacity: 2.5 gal (9.5 L).
• Type of fuel: Regular unleaded gasoline, 87
octane or higher.
• Fuel shut-off valves: Located on engine.
• Transmission Model: Peerless 855 Series.
• Gear selections: 2 forward, 1 reverse, neutral.
• Speed: 3.5 mph (5.6 km/hour) low gear, 5.0
mph (8.0 km/hour) high gear.
TIRES AND
WHEELS
SPREADER
SPRAYING
SYSTEM
• Front tires: 18 x 950 – 8, RV antifreeze
added for ballast and traction.
• Rear tires: 13 x 650 – 6
• Spreader model: Spyker 120 Series.
• Capacity: 120 lb.
• Spray Pump: 2.0 GPM mechanically driven diaphragm pump.
• Tank: 12.0 gallon (45.4 L) capacity.
• Nozzles: Turbo FloodJet TF-VS5 (broadcast), Turbo TeeJet TT11004VP (trim).
• Spray Patterns: 11’ wide pattern for
general spraying, 3’ narrow pattern for trim
spraying.
• Spray Pressure: Regulated to 25 psi (172
kPa) to match ground speed with tip output.
• Front tires: 18 x 950 – 8, RV antifreeze added
for ballast and traction.
• Rear tires: 13 x 650 – 6
• Spreader model: Spyker 220 Series.
• Capacity: 220 lb.
• Spray Pump: 2.0 GPM mechanically driven diaphragm pump.
• Tank: 16.0 gallon (60.6 L) capacity.
• Nozzles: Turbo FloodJet TF-VS5 (broadcast),
Turbo TeeJet TT11004VP (trim)
• Spray Patterns: 10’ wide pattern for general
spraying, 3’ narrow pattern for trim spraying.
• Spray Pressure: Regulated to 25 psi (172
kPa) to match ground speed with tip output
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1.1 TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS CONTINUED
PATHFINDER PATHFINDER XC
DIMENSIONS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1.2 OPERATOR CONTROLS
• The handlebars provide access to most of the machine controls.
• Turning the handlebars while standing on the operator platform provides steering control.
• Squeezing the throttle lever on the right side of the handlebars provides speed control.
• Overall length: 54.0” (137 cm).
• Overall width: 35.5” (90 cm).
• Overall height: 49.0” (124 cm).
• Weight: 375 lb. (170 kg) dry, 600 lb.
(272 kg) full, 800 lb. (363 kg) full with
200 lb. (91 kg) rider.
• Charging system: N/A
• Charging capacity: N/A
• Safety interlock system: This machine is equipped with a neutral safety
start module. To start the engine, the
transmission must be in the neutral (N)
position.
• Overall length: 58.0” (147 cm).
• Overall width: 35.5” (90 cm).
• Overall height: 50.5” (128 cm).
• Weight: 450 lb. (204 kg) dry, 785 lb.
(356 kg) full, 985 lb. (447 kg) full with
200 lb. (91 kg) rider.
• Charging system: N/A
• Charging capacity: N/A
• Safety interlock system: This machine is equipped with a neutral safety
start module. To start the engine, the
transmission must be in the neutral (N)
position.
• Depressing the brake pedal on the operator platform provides braking control.
• The spray control lever controls liquid ow from the tank to the nozzles.
• The gate lever controls the ow of granular product out of the hopper.
• The engine ignition switch controls the operation or shutdown of the engine.
• The spray control knob controls liquid ow between the trim and broadcast spray nozzles.
• The spread control lever controls the center of the spread pattern of granular product.
• The gate stop on the front of the hopper controls the maximum gate opening for granular product.
2. GENERAL OPERATIONAL SAFETY
2.1 PROPOSITION 65 STATEMENT
WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including gasoline engine exhaust, which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of the
unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment.
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2.2 OPERATING SAFELY
The safety alert triangle ( ) in text signies important caustions or warnings which must be followed.
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Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety.
Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual
is a way to train yourself.
Keep both feet on the operator platform at all times. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is
misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and
that of those around you.
Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are not sure that the task you are about to
perform can be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a professional: contact your local authorized dealer.
2.3 CHEMICAL SAFETY
WARNING
Chemicals used in this machine such as herbicides and pesticides may be hazardous to apply and produce
gasses that are hazardous if inhaled or with contact to your skin. Caustic liquid or chemical burns could occur
if chemicals are not used properly.
• Read and follow all the instructions and warnings on Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) from manufacturer for all chemicals used.
• Become familiar with and follow all warnings, recommendations, instructions and procedures for: rst
aid measures, safe use, mixing, handling, applying, spills clean-up, storage and disposal of all chemicals as listed on the manufacturer’s label or MSDS of any herbicides, pesticides or other chemicals.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as recommended on the manufacturer’s label or MSDS of any
herbicides, pesticides or other chemicals. Personal protective equipment may include safety glasses
or goggles and/or face shields, chemical resistant gloves, rubber boots, and a respirator or air purifying
lter mask.
• Before working on this machine, be sure the sprayer / valve system and hopper has been
thoroughly rinsed according to the recommendations of the chemical manufacturer (see MSDS and
product labels).
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2.3 CHEMICAL SAFETY CONTINUED
• Obtain the proper training before using or handling any chemicals. Follow all local, state and federal
requirements for the handling and spreading or spraying of chemicals.
• Be sure to verify there is an adequate supply of clean water and soap nearby and immediately wash
off any chemicals that may contact you.
• Handle chemicals in a well-ventilated area.
• Keep clean water available for immediate rinsing off and clean-up of any spilled chemicals, especially
when lling the sprayer tank.
• Do NOT attempt to clean spray nozzles by blowing through them or placing in or near your mouth.
• Never enter the spray tank or hopper with your unprotected hands, or place your mouth or face over
or into these openings. Chemicals and fumes may be hazardous to your health.
WARNING
• Reduce your speed and minimize the weight of your load (in the hopper and volume in the tanks)
when operating on hills or rough terrain to avoid possible instability, tipping or rollover of the machine.
• Liquid in the tanks and granular materials in the hopper may shift during operation. This is most
common while turning, going up, down or across hills, when suddenly changing speed, or operating on
rough terrain. This shift in load may cause possible instability, tipping or rollover of the machine. Reduce your speed in these situations.
2.4 TRAINING
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. If the
operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this material to
them.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
• All operators and mechanics should be trained. The owner is responsible for training the users.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the unit.
• Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other
people or property.
2.5 PREPARATION
• Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and
safely perform the job. Use only accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer.
• Wear appropriate clothing including safety shoes, safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose
clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
• Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and
wire, which can be thrown by the machine.
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2.5 PREPARATION CONTINUED
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are ammable and vapors are explosive.
• Use only an approved container for gasoline.
• Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke. Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that safety switches and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not operate unlesss
they function properly.
• Become familiar with and follow all warnings, recommendations, instructions and procedures for safe
use, handling, applying, storage and disposal of all chemicals as listed on the manufacturer’s label of
any herbicides, pesticides or other chemicals.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as recommended on the manufacturer’s label or MSDS of any
herbicides, pesticides or other chemicals. Personal protective equipment may include safety glasses or
goggles and/or face shields, chemical resistant gloves, rubber boots and a respirator or lter mask.
WARNING
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section 4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrest-
er, as dened in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order. Other states or federal jurisdictions may
have similar laws. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust
system installed on this engine.
• OSHA regulations may require the use of hearing protection when exposed to sound levels greater
than 85 dBA for an 8 hour time period
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing loss
though extended periods of exposure. Wear hearing protection when operating this machine.
2.6 CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the unit and the operating activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the operating area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.
• Before and during reverse operation, look behind and down for small children.
• Never carry children, even with spreader spinner and sprayer pump off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe unit operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may
suddenly appear in the operation area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine.
• Never allow children to operate the unit.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
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2.7 SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
ammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.
• Use only approved gasoline containers.
• Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before
refueling.
• Never fuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open ame, spark, or pilot light such as
near a water heater or other appliance.
• Never ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck bed with a plastic bed liner. Always place containers
on the ground away from your vehicle before lling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
• Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
• Never over-ll the fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely.
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are ammable and vapors are explosive.
• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
• Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps securely.
3. SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
3.1 INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SIGNAL WORDS
Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a
personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and follow all safety decals.
The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood
and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates a situation that could result in damage to the product.
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3.1 INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SIGNAL WORDS
WARNING
If any safety decals become worn or damaged, and cannot be read, order replacement decals from your local
dealer.
3.2 SAFETY ICONS AND WARNING DECALS
Figure 2: Safety Icons
Explanation of Icons in Figure 2
Callout Description
A Alert
B Read the Manual
C Thrown Objects
D Slope Direction for Safe Operation
E Amputation - Rotating Parts
F Caustic Liquid/Chemical Burn
G Gas Inhilation Hazard
Figure 3: Explanation of Icons in Figure 2
Figure 4: Amputation and Pinch Point Hazard Decal
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• Read and understand the operator’s manual before using
this machine.
• Do NOT operate unless trained to safely use this machine.
• Hearing protection is recommended.
• Do NOT operate without shields, guards, and safety
devices in place and working.
• Do NOT defeat the safety system.
• Stop engine and remove key before adjusting, servicing
or cleaning machine.
• Do NOT operate when people and pets are in the area.
• Do NOT carry passengers.
• Look behind and to the side before changing directions.
• Before leaving the operator’s position engage park brake
and stop engine.
To avoid serious injury or death:
Loss of Control:
Operating on slopes can be hazardous and
cause loss of control.
• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed
changes.
• Go up and down slopes, NOT across.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution
on slopes.
• If machine stops forward motion on a
slope, stop. Get o and walk the machine slowly o the
slope.
• Do NOT operate on slopes when grass is wet.
Caustic Liquid/Chemical
Burn and Gases Inhalation
Hazard:
• Follow instructions for handling
and wear all personal protective
equipment as recommended on the
manufacturer’s label of any herbicides,
pesticides, or other chemicals used.
Thrown Object Hazard:
• Do NOT operate when
people are nearby.
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Figure 5: Warning and Danger Combination Decal
3.3 INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
Figure 6: Sprayer Control Decal
Spray Control Lever: See section 4.2 CONTROLS for spray control lever
operating instructions.
When this lever is released, the spray valve is closed (OFF position)
When this lever is depressed, the spray valve is open (ON position)
Releasing the spray control lever will automatically close the sprayer valve
(OFF position)
Spray Pressure Relief Valve: See section 6.3 CALIBRATING THE SPRAY FLOW
RATE for Spray Pressure Relief Valve operating instructions.
Turning the knob clockwise increases spray pressure and turning the knob counter
clockwise decreases spray pressure.
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