Wylie Power Sprayer Series, Operator'S & Parts Manual

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Inspection & Setup
Inspection & Setup
Your Wylie Power Sprayer was manufactured to the high -
est standards of quality. It is necessary though, to check
to make sure that nothing was damaged during shipping.
Check bolts and fasteners for tightness, especially lug
nuts. Check the motor/pump, plumbing and hose reel for
any signs of damage.
Your Wylie Power Sprayer was completely assembled at
the factory and should not need any additional assembly
before use.
Check the engine for proper oil level (see engine owner’s
manual for proper procedure).
Mounting Skid on Truck/Pickup
Make sure that the vehicle that will carry the skid Power
Sprayer is designed to carry the unit when full of water. Water
weighs 8.34 lb/gal. Therefore, a 500 gallon Power Sprayer
skid can weigh almost 5,000 lbs. when fully loaded.
When picking up a skid sprayer from the side, be aware
that the center of gravity is not at the center of the frame
due to the weight of the engine and pump.
Figure A1
Mounted Skid Sprayer in Truck
Use caution when picking up the skid from the side.
Assure that the center of gravity is between the
forks of a forklift to prevent tipping.
Carefully set the skid on the truck bed or slide the skid
between the wheel wells of a pickup. It is suggested that
the tank is positioned close to the cab for best weight
distribution as well as better accessibility to the engine
and hose reel.
Firmly secure the sprayer to the vehicle to prevent damage
to the sprayer or vehicle.
Attaching Trailer to Vehicle
Power Sprayer trailers require a 2” ball for proper fit. Open
the 2” hitch by depressing the trigger and rotating the hitch
handle upward until the hitch locks open. Align the truck
under the hitch and lower the hitch onto the ball by rotating
the jack handle counterclockwise. Rotate the hitch handle
until the trigger locks in place. Secure the hitch handle
with a clip pin. (See Figure A3)
DOT regulations in some states require the safety
chains to be crossed. Check the regulations in your
state for specific instructions.
Attach the safety chains to the eyelets.
Skid sprayer must be secured to the bed of the truck.
Failure to do so could result in the sprayer falling off
the truck or damage to the sprayer and truck.
Figure A2
200 Gallon Skid Properly Mounted With Tailgate Closed