IMPORTANT:
Remove tank lid and be sure the tank is clean and free of any foreign material. Rinse tank out of any tank
residue before filling with water to test.
NOTE:
Testing the Sprayer
It is important that you test your sprayer for leakage and proper spray patters with plain water before chemical application is attempted. This will also
give you the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the operation of the sprayer.
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 pressure to the handgun.
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 the handgun lever is squeezed to spray.
Activate the handgun by squeezing the handle lever
Rotating the adjustable nozzle tip on the handgun will change the tip pattern from a straight stream to a cone pattern (finer mist)
Maintenance During/After Spraying
Periodically check the strainer and clean the screen on your intake line.
Checking/Cleaning the sprayer’s filter/screen:
Empty the tank
Unscrew the knurled nut from the tank.
Swing (swivel) the intake assembly towards you. Look in the nut you
JUST unscrewed. There is a screen/washer there.
Remove the screen and clean as necessary. Replace when done and
reassemble the entire assembly
.
Proper care and maintenance will prolong the life of your sprayer.
After use, drain the tank and store or dispose of chemical properly. 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, about 1-2 oz. per gallon).
Turn pump on and circulate through system for 15 minutes and then spray out through handgun nozzle. Refill sprayer half way with clean water and
repeat. Follow the chemical manufacturer’s disposal instructions of all wash or rinsing water.
If handgun nozzle needs cleaning, remove 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
Prepare the sprayer for end-of-season storage by running RV antifreeze through the system. This will keep internal parts lubricated, protect against
corrosion and keep the unit from freezing.
Note: RV antifreeze is non-toxic and biodegradable and generally safer for the environment than automotive
antifreeze.
Before storing your sprayer for winter or long term storage, thoroughly 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 handgun until you see pink fluid spraying from the nozzle. 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.
Removing from storage: drain the antifreeze. Fill the tank with fresh water and run through the system. Dispose of antifreeze and flush water properly.
