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Backpack Sprayer

Operator's Manual

Model

MS-5

WARNING  

  DANGER

Read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully.  ECHO provides an Operator's
Manual with your Backpack Sprayer.  This manual must be read and understood for proper
and safe operation.

99922202290
02/04

Summary of Contents for MS-5

Page 1: ...ator s Manual Model MS 5 WARNING DANGER Readrulesforsafeoperationandinstructionscarefully ECHOprovidesanOperator s ManualwithyourBackpackSprayer Thismanualmustbereadandunderstoodforproper andsafeoperation 99922202290 02 04 ...

Page 2: ...ips and SAFETY messages THE OPERATORS MANUAL contains specifications and information for operation starting stopping maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 2 The Operator s Manual 2 SafeOperation 3 Assembly 4 Pump Handle Installation 4 Shoulder Strap Installation 4 Lumbar Support Installation 5 SprayExtension 5 Operation 6 PressureChamberReplacemen...

Page 3: ...e sprayer using an air compressor or other means Excessive pressure can cause sprayer to explode ONLY PRESSURIZEsprayerusingbuiltinpumpmechanism NEVER spray heated or self heated solutions NEVER spray upwind Avoid contact with solutions ALWAYS read and understand directions supplied by manufacturer packager of product to be sprayed ALWAYS wear safety glasses eye protection that meet ANSI Z87 1 or ...

Page 4: ... of drive rod left or right side as preferred Secure with hitch pin Handle should protrude toward operator at 90 degree angle SHOULDER STRAP INSTALLATION 1 Insert single strap through center hole of carrying handle Pull strap over bar 2 Secure strap through buckle Adjust as needed ...

Page 5: ...ring at end of strap insert ring end through hole in mount support tabs on base of sprayer Turn ring until completely through hole Make sure straps are not twisted When attaching the waist belt simply snap hooks into rings of shoulder strap SPRAY EXTENSION Always conduct a test using clean water before mixing chemicals Spray extension must be attached to shutoff assembly Make certain that valve se...

Page 6: ...prayer on back and adjust shoulder straps and waist belt to fit comfortably High Pressure Chamber Operation 9 Work pump handle up and down approximately 6 8 times to pressurize sprayer reservoir The pump handle will become hard to move when you reach maximum pressure To maintain pressure pump handle occasionally approximately every other step while walking and spraying If using pressure regulator ...

Page 7: ...1 Remove high pressure chamber by turning turn counter clock wise and pulling straight up 2 Install low pressure bladder into low pressure chamber A light lubricant may be used for easier installation 3 Install low pressure chamber by aligning tabs A on chamber neck with notches in reservoir Push down firmly on chamber and turn turn clockwise to secure A ...

Page 8: ...i n a m p m u p g n i d l o h t u N b d e g a m a d e r a s g n i r O c t e k s a g e c a l p e R a f o e d i s t u o m o t t o b t a t u n n e t h g i T b r e y a r p s e g a m a d s a n e t h g i t r e v o t o n o D n o i t u a C r u c c o d l u o c s d a e r h t o t s g n i r O e c a l p e R c y a r p s t o n l l i w r e y a r p S d e g g o l c e r a e s o h r o r e t l i f n o i s n e t x e e ...

Page 9: ...quid in tank reservoir hose shutoff handle or extension Empty all leftover material into proper con tainer 3 NEVERUSEHOTWATERFORCLEANING Flushouttankwith cool clean water A mild detergent or chemical neutralizing solution may be used 4 Empty tank and flush again This time pump cleaning solution through sprayer to flush pump reservoir shutoff handle and extension 5 Empty sprayer and dry completely ...

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Page 12: ...is product you may call the ECHO ConsumerProductSupportDepartmentat1 800 673 1558from8 30am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit to help your Consumer Product Support Representative WARRANTY REGISTRATION You may register your Echo equipment using the warranty registration card or register on line at www echo usa ...

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