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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
1.
Clean the tip strainers and main strainer
every 10 hours of operation or more frequently if required.
2.
Depending on the product being used, the system may need to be flushed with water at a regular
interval (consult with manufacturer of the chemical.) If Harvest Tec product is being used, flushing is
not necessary.
3.
Although the pump can run dry, extended operation of a dry pump will increase wear. Watch the
preservative level in the tank.
4.
Cover the electronic cab control box on open station tractors if left outside.
5.
Pump performance may start to decline after 400 hours of use. Rebuilding the pump is a simple
procedure if the motor is not damaged. Order pump rebuilding kit #007-4581.
6.
If you are using bacterial inoculants, flush out system daily after each use.
7.
Clean tank cap breather every 20 hrs or more frequently if required.
WINTER STORAGE
1.
Thoroughly flush the system with water.
2.
Remove the filter bowl and run dry until the water has cleared out of the intake side.
3.
Remove the red plug from the bottom of the pump, drain, and run the pump for 30 seconds or until it is
dry.
4.
Drain all lines on the outlet side.
5.
Never use oils or alcohol based anti-freeze in the system.
6.
For spring start-up, or anytime the pump is frozen, turn off the power immediately to avoid burning the
motor out. The pump head can be disassembled and freed or rebuilt in most cases.
