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Time Required in seconds to travel a distance of:

17

34

4.0
5.0
6.0
7.0

9.0

8.0

10.0

7.6
6.8

9.7
8.5

14
11

15
14

19
17

23

27

100 Ft.

68 sec.

2.0
3.0

1.0

(Miles per Hour)

Speed in M.P.H.

Speed Chart

136 sec.

34
23

45

68

200 Ft.

51

23
20

26

29

41
34

205 sec.

300 Ft.

102

68

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Operation & Calibration

The performance of any agricultural chemical depends upon

the proper application of the correct amount.

Be sure that your equipment has been calibrated before 

spraying.

Initially begin spraying by opening the handgun. This will

enable the air in the line to be eliminated through the tip, while 

building pressure.

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 or boom nozzles.

Pressure may be decreased by opening the bypass valve

to the tank. When it is closed the highest spraying pressure

will be reached.

• Open the handgun by squeezing the handle lever

• Rotating the adjustable nozzle tip on the handgun will

change the tip from a straight stream to a cone pattern (finer

mist). Be sure the thumb nut on the adjustment nozzle is

tight.

• The pump motor's demand switch shuts off the motor when the 

handgun, bypass valve and boom lines are fully closed.

The system remains pressurized, and the pump motor will

restart automatically when the handgun or boom line is

opened. If, however, the bypass line is open, the pump will

not shut off automatically.

• The 3 nozzles are fixed on 17 1/2" spacing.

• All three nozzles spraying at the same time will allow a

maximum coverage of 30 ft. Overlapping of the ends of the

spray pattern will not be needed.

• The center nozzle will cover a 80" swath.

• Each of the three nozzles has a means of shutting down, so 

you may choose the coverage that is needed.

Adjusting Pressure

- When the bypass valve is closed, pressure is at the highest point.

- Opening the valve will decrease pressure.

Testing the Sprayer

It is important to test the sprayer with plain water before

actual spraying is attempted. This will enable you to check the 

sprayer for leaks in the plumbing system.

1. Open tank lid and be sure the tank is clean and free of foreign 

material. Fill the tank about half full with plain

water.

2. Open the valve on the filter/valve assembly next to the pump 

and allow water to flow to the pump. The valve is located at this 

point to enable the strainer to be taken apart for cleaning.

3. There are two valves located on the valve and handgun bracket. 

One of these is a shut-off for the boom and the other is for 

pressure adjustment. Open the valve that controls flow to the 

boom and open the bypass control valve.

4. You may now start the sprayer.

5. The pressure should now be increased to as desired by closing 

the bypass valve.

6. During this testing period be sure to observe the spray pattern 

given by the spray nozzles. Each nozzle should overlap the next 

nozzle approximately 30%. If there is any pattern distortion, it will 

be necessary to remove and clean the affected tips.

CAUTION: Never use a metal object or other sharp item

for cleaning a nozzle tip. It is better to use a nozzle brush

(not wire brush) or compressed air for tip cleaning.

Drain all water out of your sprayer, paying special attention to 

the pump, handgun, and valve(s). These items are especially 

prone to damage from chemicals and freezing weather.

The sprayer should be winterized before storage by pumping a 

solution of RV antifreeze through the entire plumbing system. 

This antifreeze solution should remain in the plumbing system 

during the winter months. When spring time comes and you are 

preparing your sprayer for the spray season, rinse the entire 

plumbing system out, clearing the lines of the antifreeze 

solution. Proper care and maintenance will prolong the life of 

your sprayer.

Winter Storage

Using the Boom Nozzles

Four things must be considered before spraying with the boom:

How much chemical must be mixed in the tank.

1.

Rate of spray (gallons per acre to be sprayed)

2.

What pressure (p.s.i.) will be used.

3.

Speed traveled (mph) while spraying.

4.

 - Refer to the chemical label to determine your chemical mixture.

- See the tip chart to determine the pressure to be used. The 

chart will also show the speed used when spraying.

- Start the pump and open the valve(s) to the boom nozzles.

- Check the spray pattern. Usually you can see the coverage 

better on a solid concrete surface, such as a driveway.

- The boomless nozzles should be approx. 33" above the objects 

being sprayed.

After Spraying

After use, fill the sprayer tank part way with water. Start the 

sprayer, and allow the clear water to be pumped through the 

plumbing system and out through the spray nozzles.

Refill the tank about half full with plain water and use a common 

tank neutralizer and cleaner, and repeat cleaning instructions 

above.

Flush the entire sprayer with the neutralizing/cleaning agent, then 

flush out one more time with plain water. Follow the chemical 

manufacturer's disposal instructions of all wash or rinsing water.

For the boom, (if applicable) remove the tips and screens from the 

nozzle assemblies. Wash these items out thoroughly. Blow the 

orifice clean and dry. If the orifice remains clogged, clean it with a 

fine bristle (NOT WIRE) brush, or with a toothpick. Do not damage 

the orifice. 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.

Summary of Contents for 2879799

Page 1: ... 5277931 Position the boom brackets and fasten the horizontal mounts weld nuts facing up and boom brackets 5277933 to the sides of the frame using four 3 8 x screws 5034660 Attach the boom mounts 5095332 to the boom brackets with four 5 16 x screws 5117323 and 5 16 nuts 5006307 Mount the boom using the U bolts and remaining 5 16 nuts Position the nozzles on the boom and attach the boom feeder hose...

Page 2: ... valve 4 You may now start the sprayer 5 The pressure should now be increased to as desired by closing the bypass valve 6 During this testing period be sure to observe the spray pattern given by the spray nozzles Each nozzle should overlap the next nozzle approximately 30 If there is any pattern distortion it will be necessary to remove and clean the affected tips CAUTION Never use a metal object ...

Page 3: ... your boom tube as shown leaving about 1 2 to 3 4 between the end of the boom tube and Item 15 2 Slide the complete end nozzle assembly onto the stainless steel boom tube with a somewhat twisting motion so that the end face of the 3 Now push the compression olive Item 16 against o ring Item 15 and Face1 surface to butt the end of the boom tube up against slide both into the nozzle body opening fir...

Page 4: ...ne 28 9 3 39 23 22 42 29 32 25 14 14 3 22 3 42 40 23 13 36 37 8 17 17 18 18 34 2 4 26 35 34 3 34 1 DETAIL EXTENSION RH Side Shown LH Side Opposite as Shown 5 24 23 13 40 42 41 27 37 5 24 2 5 24 38 12 21 13 13 DETAIL Typ 4xs 2 24 5 24 5 2 13 12 21 38 13 37 Page 4 Exploded View Polaris Model 2879799 5302207 ...

Page 5: ...ddle Diaphragm O Ring Description 2 2 6 1 2 2 3 2 2 8 1 2 3 Item D E A B C No Valve Mount Bracket Sub Assembly A Rubber Grommet Black 2 5075014 Head Machine Screw 10 24 x 1 2 Phillips Truss 5117234 2 5275405 Valve Mount Bracket Handgun Hose Bracket 10 24 Hex Whiz Flange Qty 5038704 5038638 5006186 Number Part Locknut Description 2 1 1 D B C D E Page 5 Parts List Polaris Model 2879799 5302207 Item ...

Page 6: ...ly Check for air leaks in supply line Pump does not prime Check for low voltage at the power supply Check the fuse your pressure switch will need to be replaced red wires off of their terminals and touch the two Remove the cap to the pressure switch Pull both Check for defective pressure switch Make sure and O is the OFF position in the ON position I is the ON position Check for loose wiring conne...

Page 7: ...position Things you need to know about the switches your battery connecting cable in most cases plastic cover A similar switch will be located on rear of the pump located underneath a clear switches The one on the pump will be at the Your sprayer may be equipped with 2 ON OFF Valve Assembly 5277726 Poly Swivel 1 2 Hose Barb Poly Swivel 3 8 Hose Barb Dual Hose Shut Off Y Valve Garden Hose Washer Po...

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