PBZ CropCare ATV-MX160, Руководство пользователя

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Operating Instructions
1. Unfold the boom by pulling the boom wings toward the
rear of the sprayer as shown (Figure 1).
2. Note: Do not pull on the boom hoses or nozzle bodies,
as this could cause damage to the components.
3. Engage the boom by operating the sprayer’s control
valve(s).
4. When folding the boom, fold the right side boom wing
first, folding the wing until it rests against the stop on the
hinge. Then fold the left side boom wing to complete
the folding process.
Operation
Figure 1: Unfolding the boom
Note: All calibration needs to be done with water only!
When spraying with the boom, the sprayer must be calibrated to ensure proper spray coverage. Before calibrating the sprayer, it is
important to familiarize yourself with the operating instructions. The calibration process is simplified when broken down into the
following steps:
1. Calculate the speed of the sprayer or equipment.
2. Determine the nozzle size and consult the calibration chart for the desired or instructed Gallons per Acre (GPA).
Calibrating the Sprayer
1. Calculating the Speed
It is important to determine what speed you will be traveling while spraying. Although some tractors may have speedometers,
calculating speed is still recommended for accuracy purposes. To determine the speed follow these four steps:
Note: It is helpful for future references to record the exact RPM and gear used to find your speed.
1. Measure a 200 foot or 300 foot distance on a field or a surface similar to where you will be spraying.
2. Drive the equipment and sprayer (half-full is optimal) across the measured distance at a constant rate of speed. There should be
no changes in speed while you are measuring the time. This should be a comfortable speed for spraying.
3. Have someone measure the amount of time (in seconds) it takes to travel the measured distance.
4. Your speed can be calculated by entering your data into the equation Speed (mph) = (Distance (ft) x 60) ÷ (Time (seconds) x 88).