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67302803 7/05

ATV SPRAYER

DIAPHRAGM

Operator's Manual

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Page 1: ...67302803 7 05 ATV SPRAYER DIAPHRAGM Operator s Manual ...

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Page 3: ...erator s Manual 67302803 7 05 HARDI reserves the right to make changes in design material or specification without notice thereof HARDI and other product names are registered trademarks of HARDI Inc in the U S and in other countries ...

Page 4: ...justment 13 3 4 Wheel Spacing Adjustment 14 3 5 Power Supply 15 3 6 Control Box 16 3 7 Gas Engine Requirements 16 4 0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 17 4 1 Filling The Main Tank 17 4 2 Filling The Handwash Clean Water Tank 17 4 3 Standard Plumbing Diagram 18 4 4 Plumbing Diagram with optional Rate Controller 19 4 5 Adjustment Of The Sprayer Controls 20 4 6 Agitation Adjustment 22 4 7 Operation Of The Tank...

Page 5: ...ing The Valves And Diaphragms 1203 Pump 36 6 7 Breakaway Clutch Adjustment 37 6 8 Lubrication 38 7 0 OFF SEASON STORAGE 41 7 1 Preparation After Off Season Storage 42 8 0 ACCESSORIES 43 8 1 Clean Water Dispenser 43 8 2 Spraygun And Hose wrap optional 43 8 3 Maverick Rate Controller optional 44 8 4 SMV Sign Kit optional 44 9 0 TROUBLESHOOTING 45 9 1 General Spray Systems 45 10 0 WARRANTY POLICY AND...

Page 6: ...ed by growers There is no substitute for on farm experience and we invite your comments and suggestions If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it contact your HARDI dealer or service personnel for further explanation before using the equipment For Product Service or Warranty Information Please contact your local HARDI dealer To contact HARDI directly Please use the H...

Page 7: ...is self priming and can be run dry without damage The HARDI ATV sprayer is equipped with a manual control which features electrically operated master on off control electrically operated boom distribution valves manual pressure adjustment valve pump bypass agitation and a 4 boom pressure gauge The tank made of impact proof and chemical resistant polyethylene has a purposeful design with rounded co...

Page 8: ...YER DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR S MANUAL The frame and boom of your HARDI ATV sprayer are finished with a powder coat paint which provides maximum protection from chemicals and rust Fig 1 150 GALLON ATV SPRAYER WITH 40 MB BOOM ...

Page 9: ...T IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IT MEANS ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING WARNING ALWAYS READ OPERATOR S MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT DO NOT REMOVE ANY SAFETY DEVICES OR SHIELDS NEVER SERVICE CLEAN OR REPAIR A MACHINE WHILE IT IS OPERATING 2 0 SAFETY INFORMATION ...

Page 10: ...rking condition Unauthorized modifications or use may impair the function and or safety and affect the machine s life 4 If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance please contact your authorized HARDI dealer 2 2 Operating The Sprayer Safely 1 Read the complete manual carefully and become familiar with the operation of the equipment before initial operation in each spraying...

Page 11: ...ay be necessary to use a trailer 7 Before leaving the ATV tractor seat stop the engine put all controls in neutral and put the transmission control lever in the park position or neutral with the brakes locked Read the ATV tractor operator s manual for added safety precautions 8 Understand service procedures before undertaking any maintenance Never lubricate service or adjust the machine while it s...

Page 12: ...aminate sprayer where chemicals will not drift or run off to contaminate people ani mals vegetation water supply etc Locate this area where there is no chance of children coming in contact with this residue 5 Decontaminate equipment used in mixing transferring and applying chemicals after use Follow the instructions on the chemical label for the correct procedure required Wash spray residue from o...

Page 13: ...______ Keep a list in the space provided below of all the chemicals that you have in use 1 __________________________________________________ 2 __________________________________________________ 3 __________________________________________________ 4 __________________________________________________ 5 __________________________________________________ 6 ____________________________________________...

Page 14: ... size axle position and options Check your sprayer for accurate results 3 2 Tongue Weight Adjustment The axle is installed at the factory and should not normally need adjustment If a different boom is installed the axle may need to be moved to increase or decrease the tongue weight Moving the axle forward will decrease the tongue weight Moving the axle rearward will increase the tongue weight WARN...

Page 15: ...e WARNING ALWAYS CHECK THE TONGUE WEIGHT AFTER CHANGING THE AXLE POSITION MAKE SURE THE TONGUE WEIGHT IS NOT TOO HEAVY OR TOO LIGHT FOR SAFE OPERATION WITH YOUR ATV TRACTOR 3 3 Hitch Height Adjustment 1 Attach sprayer tongue to ball hitch on ATV tractor 2 Lock the ball hitch lever and secure with safety pin 3 Remove storage jack pin B Fig 3 Raise storage jack to highest position and replace pin 4 ...

Page 16: ...t need to be reversed see note above skip to step 4 To reverse tandem beam remove retaining bolt A Fig 4 and remove pin B Fig 4 Remove the tandem beam and reinstall with the wheels on the opposite side Reinstall pin B Fig 4 and retaining bolt A Fig 4 4 Loosen the four bolts C Fig 4 and slide the axle insert in or out until the required wheel spacing is obtained center of tire to center of frame mu...

Page 17: ...ve solenoids Fig 5 Connect the power supply wiring harness as follows Red wire to positive and Black wire to negative IMPORTANT Do not connect to the starter motor or generator alternator Warranty is void if this is done The power supply wiring harness is equipped with a 7 5 Amp inline fuse to protect the control box Fig 5 DISTRIBUTION VALVE SOLENOIDS ...

Page 18: ...small plug on the control box 3 Route the main wiring harness from the sprayer to the large plug on the control box 3 7 Gas Engine Requirements IMPORTANT The gas engine equipped on the HARDI ATV sprayer is shipped from the factory without oil in the engine crankcase or reduc tion box 1 Before operating the gas engine you must A Check the engine crankcase oil level B Check the reduction gearbox oil...

Page 19: ... ENTER THE TANK KEEP IT OUTSIDE THE TANK POINTING TOWARDS THE FILLING HOLE IF THE END OF THE HOSE IS BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE TANK CONTENTS AND THE WATER SUPPLY STOPS CHEMICALS MAY BE SIPHONED BACK AND CONTAMINATE THE WATER SUPPLY SOURCE AND LINES 4 2 Filling The Handwash Clean Water Tank Unscrew the clean water tank lid and fill with clean water only IMPORTANT The water from this tank is only f...

Page 20: ...re Gauge 6 Agitation Valve 7 Spraygun Valve optional 8 Spraygun optional 9 Agitation 10 Tank 11 Bypass Return 12 Boom Distribution Valves 13 Boom 14 Boom Pressure Gauge 4 3 Standard Plumbing Diagram Review and study the following diagram By following the flow through the diagram you will better understand the various functions of your sprayer system Standard Plumbing Diagram Fig 7 ...

Page 21: ...raygun optional 10 Agitation 11 Tank 12 Bypass Returns 13 Flowmeter 14 Boom Distribution Valves 15 Boom 16 Boom Pressure Gauge 4 4 Plumbing Diagram with optional Rate Controller Review and study the following diagram By following the flow through the diagram you will better understand the various functions of your sprayer system Rate Controller Plumbing Diagram Fig 8 Turn Pressure Relief Valve clo...

Page 22: ...gine 6 Increase pressure by turning Pressure Control Valve 1 Fig 9 clockwise Watch the boom pressure gauge 5 Fig 9 until the desired pressure is reached turn Pressure Control Valve 1 Fig 9 counter clockwise to decrease pressure Note Always use Boom Pressure Gauge not Manifold Pressure Gauge for nozzle calibration Refer to Section 5 0 for nozzle selection and calibration SPRAYER CONTROLS 1 Pressure...

Page 23: ... 6 Increase pressure by turning Pressure Control Valve 1 Fig 9 clockwise Watch the manifold pressure gauge 2 Fig 9 until the desired pressure is reached turn Pressure Control Valve 1 Fig 9 counter clockwise to decrease pressure 7 Then depress the red handle A Fig 10 to spray fluid from the spraygun Check the pressure on the manifold pressure gauge 2 Fig 9 and follow step 6 to adjust 8 To adjust th...

Page 24: ...sted the agitation properly before sprayer calibration Turning the agitation valve 3 Fig 9 clockwise will reduce the agitation flow Turning the valve counter clockwise will increase the agitation flow 4 7 Operation Of The Tank Drain Valve WARNING BEFORE USING THE TANK DRAIN VERIFY THAT DISPOSAL OF WASTE IS DONE ACCORDING TO CHEMICAL LABEL INSTRUCTIONS AND LOCAL REGULATIONS The HARDI ATV Sprayer is...

Page 25: ...oom into operating position 1 Remove transport lock pins A Fig 12 and swing boom into operating position Store transport lock pins in original locations so they don t get lost 2 Lift outer boom sections up and over to horizontal position not necessary for 20 MB boom Carefully check that feed hoses do not interfere with spray pattern 3 Remove trapeze lock pin B Fig 12 to allow for self levelling bo...

Page 26: ...NS BEFORE TRANSPORTING THE SPRAYER 4 10 Boom Height Adjustment Correct boom height is important to ensure even spray distribution For the best distribution with HARDI ISO F 110 standard flat fan nozzles HARDI recommends a boom height of 20 above the target surface Consult your HARDI NOZZLES product guide for recommended boom height for other nozzles The boom height for the MB booms on the ATV spra...

Page 27: ...imum height which reduces the risk of wind drift 2 it s greater overlap permits bet ter uniformity of spray distribution particularly if boom height varies on rough ground Normal boom height setting with 110 nozzles is 18 to 20 above the crop or weeds whichever is taller Should you wish a different application rate or different type of nozzle HARDI manufactures a nozzle for virtually every need IM...

Page 28: ...ons 50 80 and 100 mesh screens are normally used HOLLOW CONE NOZZLES for high pressure and high volume insecticide application in row crops 1553 nozzles are ALWAYS used with swirl plates shown below EXCEPT when used as solid stream nozzles 50 80 or 100 mesh screens are normally used with these nozzles 4665 65 degree 2080 80 degree 4110 110 degree Part 330013 O ring 1553 Must add swirl to produce h...

Page 29: ...cation the 1553 nozzle is always used with 330013 o ring and 50 80 or 100 mesh screens 1553 less swirl 372011 thru 372019 LARGE DROPLET FLAT SPRAY TIP IN 150 DEGREE SPRAY ANGLE Always used in conjunction with 1553 14 16 18 or 20 cone nozzle 50 80 or 100 mesh screens are normally used with these nozzles LARGE DROPLET HOLLOW CONE NOZZLE for use where drift must be kept to a minimum These nozzles mus...

Page 30: ...tion Following are some tips to remember when using the calibration kit method When determining the length of time required to drive the recommended distance drive in actual field conditions with a half full tank Repeat the test several times each time avoiding the tracks from the previous test Take the average of the times recorded Calibration of the sprayer should be completed at the beginning o...

Page 31: ... row spacing Row width or nozzle spacing in Distance ft 40 102 38 107 36 113 34 120 32 127 30 136 28 146 26 157 24 170 22 185 20 204 18 227 16 255 14 291 2 Measure the amount of time it takes you to travel the test strip when throttle is set at spraying speed 3 Inacontainer withoz measurements catchthesprayfromonenozzle for that amount of time For drop or band nozzles catch the spray from all nozz...

Page 32: ... Use either the nozzle wheel if nozzle spacing is 20 inches or this formula Formula Formula GPM GPA x MPH x W in GPM 10 x 7 x 20 24 GPM 5940 5940 Note W Nozzle spacing in inches for broadcast application Row spacing in inches divided by number of nozzles per row for drop nozzle application Sprayed band width or swath width in inches for band application divided by number of nozzles per band Note t...

Page 33: ...2 8 00 lbs gal 96 98 8 34 lbs gal water 1 00 1 00 9 00 lbs gal 1 08 1 04 10 00 lbs gal 1 20 1 10 10 65 lbs gal 28 N 1 28 1 13 11 00 lbs gal 1 32 1 15 12 00 lbs gal 1 44 1 20 14 00 lbs gal 1 68 1 30 Example 20 GPA of 28 N Then GPA solution x conversion factor GPA water 20 GPA 28 N x 1 13 22 6 GPA water Calibrate for 22 6 GPA of water For conversion to Imperial gallons per acre multiply U S GPA by 8...

Page 34: ...s not used for cropping You must avoid seepage or runoff of residue into streams water courses ditches wells springs etc The washings from the cleaning area must not enter sewers Drainage must lead to an approved soakaway Cleaning starts with the calibration as a well calibrated sprayer will ensure the minimal amount of remaining spray liquid It is good practice to clean the sprayer immediately af...

Page 35: ...e completely filled Add appropriate detergent and or deactivating agent eg Washing soda or Triple ammonia Note If a cleaning procedure is given on the chemical label follow it closely 7 Start the pump and operate all controls enabling the liquid to come in contact with all the components Leave the distribution valves until last Some detergents and deactivating agents work best if left in the tank ...

Page 36: ...ts is the suction filter at the bottom of the tank Check it regularly To service the suction filter 1 Pull the steel clip A Fig 14 out 2 Remove the suction hose fitting B Fig 14 from housing 3 Remove filter guide and filter C Fig 14 To reassemble 4 Press the guide onto filter end 5 Place the filter into housing with guide facing to the front 6 Ensure the O ring D Fig 14 on the hose fitting is in g...

Page 37: ...O ring 6 4 Wheel Nuts And Bearings Adjustment WARNING BLOCK WHEELS ON TRAILER TO PREVENT ROLLING Check wheel bolt tension after the first 8 working hours hereafter every 50 hours Torque wheel nuts to 85 ft lbs maximum Check bearing for slack after the first 8 hours of operation and again after 50 hours of operation Thereafter every 100 hours Fig 16 If necessary adjust as follows 1 Jack sprayer up ...

Page 38: ... Fig 17 note the orientation of the valves so that they are replaced correctly 2 It is recommended to use new O rings 3 Fig 17 part 330072 when changing or checking valves 3 Remove diaphragm covers 4 Fig 17 to gain access to the diaphragms 4 Remove the diaphragm bolts 5 Fig 17 The diaphragms 6 Fig 17 may now be changed 5 If fluids have reached the crankcase regrease the pump thoroughly Also make s...

Page 39: ...ricate every day 8 hours to ensure maximum performance and life The tension on the clutch for the breakaway wing section can be adjusted by loosening or tightening nut C Fig 18 1 Check that the lower nut D Fig 18 is fully tightened 2 The breakaway wing section should pivot around the axle shaft E Fig 18 Make sure wing section is free to move 3 Loosen jam nut B Fig 18 4 If the breakaway clutch rele...

Page 40: ... Note If the sprayer is cleaned with a high pressure cleaner or fertilizer has been used we recommend lubrication of all sections 1 Pump 2 Agitation Control 3 Axle 4 Wheel Bearings 5 MB Boom 6 Trapeze 40 MB only Position on sprayer Oil Grease Operation hours Page to find more information Winter protection or off season storage 150 GALLON ATV SPRAYER 2 3 1 4 5 6 ...

Page 41: ...39 HARDI ATV SPRAYER DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR S MANUAL 2 X 50 1 X 40 14 3 X 8 36 ...

Page 42: ...40 HARDI ATV SPRAYER DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR S MANUAL 5 8 X 37 6 8 X 4 1000 X 35 ...

Page 43: ...n a mixture of ethylene glycol base antifreeze and water at the ratio for the desired temperature protection there will be a small amount of water left in the hoses pump and bottom of tank The volume of the mixture needs to be enough to keep the tank sump full while the pump is running fluid through the entire circuit 5 Engage the pump and operate all valves and functions of the plumbing system Sp...

Page 44: ... be applied to the tire side walls to preserve the rubber 13 To protect against dust the sprayer can be covered by a tarpaulin Ensure ventilation to prevent condensation 7 1 Preparation After Off Season Storage After a storage period the sprayer should be prepared for the next season the following way 1 Remove the cover If fitted 2 Remove the blocks from under the wheels and adjust the tire pressu...

Page 45: ... gloves and hands after performing service or maintenance 8 2 Spraygun And Hose Wrap optional A spraygun with adjustable spray pattern and 25 ft of 3 8 hose for spraying fence row or spot spraying a small area can be installed onto your sprayer A handy hose wrap and spraygun holder can be conve niently located on the sprayer to transport the spraygun Clean Water Dispenser Fig 19 Fig 20 ...

Page 46: ...itions It is equipped with a Master control switch and built in boom switches It features on the go rate adjustment push button auto manual control for spot treatment as well as a minimum flow feature to ensure proper application pattern as ground speed slows to extremes 8 4 SMV Sign Kit optional A kit is available to mount an SMV Sign to the ATV Sprayer Fig 21 Fig 22 ...

Page 47: ... in suction hose B Suction filter partially plugged C Check pressure gauge 4 Control box not operating A Check connections at battery one or more boom sections B Check for blown inline fuse on power supply wiring harness 7 5 Amp Section 3 5 C Check electrical wiring for bad connection D Check for 12 Volts at boom distribution valve solenoids 5 Liquid leaking from pump A Replace diaphragms Section ...

Page 48: ...ces within or without the warranty period will HARDI be liable for damages of loss of use or damages resulting from delay or any conse quential damage 2 We cannot be held responsible for loss of livestock loss of crops loss because of delays in harvesting or any expense or loss incurred for labor supplies substitute machinery rental for any other reason or for injuries either to the owner or to a ...

Page 49: ...fourth year and at 80 during the fifth year This five year extended warranty is subject in each instance to the pump being inspected and ap proved for replacement or repair by HARDI personnel before HARDI will accept any liability hereunder 10 HARDI reserves the right to incorporate any change in design in its products without obligation to make such changes on units previously manufactured 11 The...

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Page 52: ...06 Fax 559 271 3107 HARDI GREAT LAKES 290 Sovereign Rd London Ontario N6M 1B3 Phone 519 659 2771 Fax 519 659 2821 For Product Service or Warranty Information Please contact your local HARDI dealer To contact HARDI directly Please use the HARDI Customer Service number 1 866 770 7063 Or send your email to CUSTSERV hardi us com HARDI INC Visit us online at www hardi us com ...

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