Summers ULTIMATE NT, Operator'S Manual

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2.25
SECTION 2 - SPRAYER OPERATION
2. START UP PUMP
Start pump engine, engage pump, and increase pump speed to obtain proper pump performance.
3. START UP RAVEN CONTROL
4. ADJUST SPRAY HEIGHT
SPRAY HEIGHT
DEGREE TIP TIP TO TARGET
80° 17” TO 19”
110° 15” TO 18”
2.7 CALIBRATION OF SPRAYER SYSTEM
1. CHOOSE AND MEASURE OFF
one of the following three fixed distances:
(LONGER DISTANCES PRODUCE MORE ACCURATE RESULTS).
A. 1/4 mile = 1320 feet
B. 1/2 mile = 2640 feet
C. 1 mile = 5280 feet
2. COMPLETELY FILL
the sprayer tank or tanks.
3. SHUT OFF OPTIONAL END NOZZLES
4. SPRAY THE CHOSEN DISTANCE
using:
A. Desired ground speed within factory recommended range of 5 to 8 miles per hour (mph).
B. Desired operating pressure.
5. MEASURE
the gallons of water required to completely refill the sprayer tank.
6. CALCULATE APPLICATION RATE using correct formula for measured distance chosen:
A. For 1/4 mile:
U.S. Gallons per acre = Measured Gallons of Water x 33
Actual Spraying Width (Feet)
B. For 1/2 mile:
U.S. Gallons per Acre = Measured Gallons of Water x 16.5
Actual Spraying Width (Feet)