Hardi RANGER EAGLE, Original Instruction Book

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5 - Operation
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Filling through tank lid
Water is filled into the tank by removing the tank lid located at . It is recommended to use as clean water as possible for
spraying purposes. Always fill water through the strainer basket to prevent foreign particles from entering the tank. An
overhead tank can be used in order to obtain high filling capacity.
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WARNING! Do not let the filling hose enter the tank. Keep it
outside the tank, pointing towards the filling hole. If the hose is
led into the tank and the water pressure drops at the water
supply plant, chemicals may be siphoned back and contaminate
the water supply lines, plant and well.
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WARNING! The water supply line should be provided with a check
valve as additional safety precaution. Follow local legislation in
force at any time.
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WARNING! The water supply should be provided with a meter to avoid spillage by over-filling. Follow local legislation
in force at any time.
Filling of rinsing tank (optional)
The filling lid is located behind the left wheel. This can be used for cleaning purposes, filling, etc.
1.
Remove the filler lid.
2.
Fill water into the tank. Keep an eye on the tank opening in order not to overfill the tank.
3.
Stop filling and refit the lid.
Capacity: approximately 260 litres.
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ATTENTION! Only fill rinsing tank with clean water! To avoid algae developing in the rinsing tank always drain the
rinsing tank if the sprayer is not in use for a longer period of time.
Filling of clean water tank
A clean water tank is integrated into the front left corner of the main tank
(behind the MANIFOLD system). It is accessed for filling at the sprayer’s
left side when entering the platform.
To fill the clean water tank:
1.
Remove the tank lid
2.
Fill with clean water
3.
Reposition the tank lid.
For use of water:
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Turn the ball valve lever to open.
The water from this tank is for hand washing, cleaning of clogged
nozzles etc. Only fill the clean water tank with clean water from the well.
Capacity: 20 litres.
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ATTENTION! Only fill rinsing tank with clean water! To avoid algae developing in the rinsing tank always drain the
rinsing tank if the sprayer is not in use for a longer period of time.
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WARNING! Although the clean water tank is only filled with clean water, this water must NOT be used for drinking.