AG SPRAY FSUTV-45-12V, Owner'S Manual

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Speed Chart
Time Required in seconds to travel a distance of
Speed in M.P.H.
(Miles Per Hour) 100 Ft. 200 Ft. 300 Ft.
1.0 68 sec. 136 sec. 205 sec.
2.0 34 68 102
3.0 23 45 68
4.0 17 34 51
5.0 14 27 41
6.0 11 23 34
7.0 9.7 19 29
8.0 8.5 17 26
9.0 7.6 15 23
10.0 6.8 14 20
Testing the Sprayer
NOTE: It is important that you test your sprayer for leakage and
proper spray patters with plain water before chemical applica-
tion is attempted. This will also give you the opportunity to
familiarize yourself with the operation of the sprayer.
Add water to the tank and drive to the starting place for spraying.
When you are ready to spray, position booms (if applicable) for
spraying and turn the boom valve to the “on” position. This will start
solution spraying from the tips of your boom. The pressure will de-
crease slightly when the boom is spraying. Adjust the pressure by
turning the “ON/OFF” valve lever on the bypass line valve.
Read the operating instructions and initially begin spraying by closing
the ‘bypass’ valve and opening the boom line valve (if applicable).
This will enable the air in the line to be eliminated (purged) through
all the tips, while building pressure. When everything tests all right
(no leaks and good pressure), add the desired chemicals to the mix-
ture and water combination and start your spraying operation. Adjust
the pressure and spray as you did in the testing procedure.
Conditions of weather and terrain must be considered when setting
the sprayer. Do not spray on windy days. Protective clothing must be
worn in some cases
Be sure to read the chemical label(s) before application!
Operation
The pumping system draws solution from the tank, through the
strainer and to the pump. The pump forces the solution under pres-
sure to the handgun or boom nozzles (if applicable).
Connect the lead wire to a fully charged 12 volt battery. You may use
either a stand-alone battery or the battery on your towing vehicle.
The lead wire has an On/Off switch to activate the pump. “-” is on
and “O” is off.
Fill the tank part way with water and then add the desired amount of
chemical to be sprayed. Finish filling tank to proper level. Turn the
pump on and by depressing the “-” side of the rocker switch. The
pump is equipped with a pressure switch that is pre-set at the factory
to shut the pump off when all discharges are closed.
The pump will turn back on when one of the following actions occurs:
the handgun lever is squeezed to spray the handgun, or the boom
valve is opened to broadcast spray with the boom, or the bypass
valve is opened to re-circulate solution back into the tank.
When spraying with either a boom or the handgun, pressure may be
reduced by slowly opening the bypass valve until desired pressure is
achieved. Opening the valve decreases pressure, closing the valve
increases pressure. When spraying with a boom, the proper method
to set the pressure is to open the boom valve completely and if a
lower pressure is desired, then slowly open the bypass valve until
that pressure is obtained.
For the safest and most efficient chemical application, you will need
to calibrate your sprayer. Once you have determined the proper
speed and pressure settings, you will need to consult your chemical
label for the amount of chemical to be added to the tank. Read the
entire label. Use only according to label directions.
Calibration
Chemical labels may show application rates in gallons per acre, gal-
lons per 1000 square feet or gallons per 100 square feet. Once you
know how much you are going to spray, then determine your spray-
ing pressure (PSI) and the spraying speed (MPH).
Determining the proper speed of the pulling vehicle can be done by
marking off 100, 200 & 300 feet. The speed chart indicates the num-
ber of seconds it takes to travel the distances. Set the throttle and
with a running start, travel the distances. Adjust the throttle until you
travel the distances in the number of seconds indicated by the speed
chart. Once you have reached the throttle setting needed, mark the
throttle location so you can stop and go again, returning to the same
speed.
Add water and proper amount of chemical to the tank and drive to the
starting place for spraying.
Using a Boom
Four things must be considered before spraying with a boom.
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How much chemical must be mixed in the tank.
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Rate of spray (gallons per acre to be sprayed).
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What pressure (p.s.i.) will be used.
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Speed traveled (mph) while spraying.
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Refer to the chemical label to determine your chemical mixture
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Start the pump and open the valve to the boom nozzles.
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Check the spray pattern. Usually you can see the coverage
better on a solid concrete surface, such as a driveway.
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Raise or lower the nozzles so that you will have a good cover-
age pattern. Generally the proper height
Maintenance During/After Spraying
Periodically check the strainer and clean the screen on your intake
line.
Proper care and maintenance will prolong the life of your sprayer.
After use, fill the sprayer half way with clean water. Start the pump
and allow the water to pump through the entire plumbing system and
nozzles. Drain and then refill half full, add the recommended amount
of a good quality tank cleaner, such as FIMCO Tank Neutralizer and
Cleaner. (If no tank cleaner is available, you may substitute dish soap
for this step). Turn pump on and circulate through system for 15
minutes and then spray out through boom (if applicable) and hand-
gun nozzles. Refill sprayer half way with clean water and repeat.
Follow the chemical manufacturer’s disposal instructions of all wash
or rinsing water.
If nozzles need cleaning, remove them from the sprayer and soak in
warm soapy water. Clean with a soft bristled brush or toothpick if
necessary. Never use a metal object. Even the slightest damage can
change the flow rate and spray distribution. Water rinse and dry the
tips before storing.
WARNING:
Some chemicals will damage the pump valves if
allowed to soak untreated for a length of time! ALWAYS flush
the pump as instructed after each use. DO NOT allow chemicals
to sit in the pump for extended times of idleness. Follow the
chemical manufacturer’s instructions on disposal of all waste
water from the sprayer.
Winter Storage
Before storing your sprayer for winter or long term storage, thorough-
ly clean and drain it as much as possible. Then pour enough pink RV
antifreeze into the tank so that when the pump is turned on you can
pump the antifreeze throughout the entire plumbing system, including
the bypass. Make sure to operate the boom (if applicable) and hand-
gun until you see pink fluid spraying from the nozzles. Leave any
remaining antifreeze in the tank. Before your next usage, rinse the
antifreeze from the sprayer with clean water.
It is nearly impossible to drain all of the water from the sprayer and
any trapped water can freeze in cold weather and damage parts of
the sprayer. Pumping the antifreeze through the system will displace
the water and help prevent this damage.