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Testing the Sprayer
NOTE:
It is VERY important for you to test your sprayer with plain
water before actual spraying is attempted. This will enable
you to check the sprayer for leaks without the possibility of
losing any expensive chemicals.
Conditions of weather and terrain must be considered when setting the
sprayer. Do not spray on windy days. Protective clothing must be worn
in some cases
Be sure to read the chemical label(s) before application!
Operation
Your sprayer is equipped with (1) ON/OFF switch in the wire assembly
that you hook up to your battery. The “
-
” is the “ON” position and the “o”
is the “OFF” position for the switch. Make sure the switch is depressed
in the “
-
” position for operation.
The pump is equipped with a pressure switch that is factory pre
-
set for
it to shut off at 45 p.s.i. This switch assembly is the ‘square box’ on the
head portion of the pump.
Always fill the tank 1/2 full with water first and then add the chemical
slowly, mixing as you pour the chemical into the tank and then fill the
rest of the way.
The pumping system draws solution from the tank, through the strainer/
filter and to the pump. The pump forces the solution under pressure to
the handgun.
Activate the handgun by squeezing the handle lever
Rotating the adjustable nozzle tip on the handgun will change the
tip pattern from a straight stream to a cone pattern (fine mist)
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 nozzle. Refill the tank about half full with plain water
and use FIMCO 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.
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. DO NOT allow chemicals to sit in
the pump for extended times of idleness. Follow the chemical
manufacturer’s instructions on disposal of all waste water from the
sprayer.
Winter Storage
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.
There is a nylon shut
-
off valve on the intake line, next to the pump. It is at this
location so you can shut off the flow of solution to access your system’s screen
for cleaning.
Checking/Cleaning the sprayer’s filter/screen:
Start your pump and before it shuts off, reach down and Shut the nylon
valve to the ‘Closed’ position (lever is perpendicular to the flow of fluid),
then shut off your pump.
Unscrew the knurled nut from the shut
-
off valve, leaving the valve connect-
ed to the intake line.
Look in the nut you JUST unscrewed. There is a screen/washer there.
Remove the screen and clean as necessary. Replace when done and reas-
semble the entire assembly.
Make sure the valve is turned to the ‘Open’ position before restarting your
pump.
Complete
1/2” Bulkhead Fitting
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