Curtis DYNA-FOG DYNA-JET L30 2 Series, Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Installation, Calibration and Operation
Machine Installation
The Dyna-Jet L30 is shipped on a heavy-duty skid for easy transportation. Also, the mounting rails
that secure the machine to the skid are designed to be permanently mounted in the vehicle. Always
use corrosion resistant bolts, flat washers, lock washers and lock nuts to secure the machine to the
Mounting Brackets and the Mounting Brackets to the vehicle (see page 44).
Battery Power Source
For Stand Alone Operation
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Not connected to vehicle charging system, recharging required
The Dyna-Jet L30 is designed to be operated using a 12 Volt deep-cycle RV/Marine battery with at
least a 165 minute reserve capacity. DO NOT USE A STANDARD GRADE AUTOMOTIVE
BATTERY. A DEEP CYCLE BATTERY MUST BE USED. For continuous operation you must have
your machine connected to the vehicle charging system. If the machine is not connected to the
vehicle charging system, the machine will operate for 1-2 hours using a fully charged battery with at
least a 115 amp hour capacity. A deep-cycle battery with the following specifications will best handle
repeated charging and discharging:
Cranking Amps: 750
Reserve Capacity: 180
Amp Hour: 115 (deep-cycle battery)
IMORTANT
For added safety and extended battery life, your machine is equipped with a battery enclosure and
stainless steel battery restraint mounted onto the machine. Place the battery in the enclosure, secure
the restraint and connect the battery cables as follows:
WARNING
Always observe the polarity of the battery cables before
connecting to the battery. The RED lead connects to the battery (+) terminal
post, the BLACK lead connects to the battery (-) terminal post.
Curtis Dyna-Fog, Ltd. can supply a
quality deep-cycle battery. Click on
the following link and specify ordering
Part Number- (65336)
http://www.dynafog.com/contact.html
Note: The battery you purchase may be "Shipped Dry" and therefore will need to
have battery acid added. If this is the case, read and follow the recommended
filling and charging procedures given by the battery manufacturer before
attempting to connect the battery to the sprayer.
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