VECTOR CONTROL EQUIPMENT PERFORMANCE CHECK LIST May 2006 Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine Unit FIVE, San Diego, CA
PREFACE The first edition of the “Vector Control Equipment Performance Check List (PCL),” developed in the early to mid-1980’s at the Navy Disease Vector Ecology and Control Center (NDVECC), Alameda, was intended to provide a sampling of representative types of pesticide dispersal equipment, to be used primarily as a training tool for active duty and civilian DoD Pesticide Applicators.
The following individuals are gratefully acknowledged for their efforts in compiling this third edition of the “Vector Control Equipment Performance Check List”: Foremost, Mr. Nelson E. Desormier, whose years of dedication and expertise were critical in transcribing and updating selected content from instruction manuals, adding critical missing steps, and simplifying pesticide dispersal equipment procedures contained in this check list.
Medina, NEPMU5, San Diego, CA; fig. 63, Honda Motor Co., Inc. DISCLAIMER At the date of publication, every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of its content. This publication was intended for educational purposes only. Trade names are used in this check list to provide specific information and do not imply endorsement of the products named or criticism of similar ones not mentioned.
TABLE OF CONTENTS VECTOR CONTROL EQUIPMENT PERFORMANCE CHECK LIST (PCL) PREFACE .........................................................................I DISCLAIMER .................................................................. III SECTION I: HAND HELD EQUIPMENT ........................... 1 B AND G HAND COMPRESSED SPRAYER MODEL 124CC ............................................................... 2 CURTIS HAND COMPRESSED SPRAYER MODEL 2981 PCC..........................................................
SECTION III: HYDRAULIC SPRAYERS ......................... 97 FARM TEC MODELATE-20:......................................... 98 HUDSON MODEL 47200 DL SPRAYER .................... 101 JOHN BEAN HYDRAULIC POWER SPRAYER MODEL DM10E 150 ................................................... 105 JOHN BEAN PLC MODEL DP05E/30 PRB ................ 111 SMITHCO MODEL 6911............................................. 114 SECTION IV: VEHICLE MOUNTED ULV SPRAYERS. 119 BEECO PRO-MIST 15MP ULV SPRAYER.................
MODEL AG-25 SPEL.................................................. 226 HONDA ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE (ATV) ....................
SECTION I: HAND HELD EQUIPMENT 1
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE B AND G HAND COMPRESSED SPRAYER MODEL 124CC SET-UP PROCEDURES 1. Unscrew and gently remove the rod/piston assembly from the cylinder. 2. Examine the leather piston cup to ensure that it is pliable and not cracking. Lubricate the piston cup with a small amount of oil (engine oil, mineral oil, etc.), if necessary. Some cups are now made of plastic rendering this step unnecessary. 3. Remove the cylinder from the tank. 4.
8. Select the required nozzle and screw onto the tip of the wand. If using a Multi-jet nozzle, loosen the retaining collar on the nozzle and rotate it to the desired setting, making sure that the aperture is directly over the pesticide exit hole in the wand. 9. Check for proper pressurization and the possibility of leaks in the system by adding water to the tank. Leave approximately 1/3 of the tank empty for air. 10.
16. Add the calculated amount of carrier first and then add the pesticide, through a 60-mesh screen filter, to bring the solution up to the label's recommendation. 17. Screw the pump cylinder back in. 18. Gently agitate the tank to allow proper mixing of the pesticide. 19. Pump the sprayer 4-5 times (for pin stream applications) or approximately 20 times, or until it becomes more difficult to pump (for fan spray applications).
TERMINATING PROCEDURES 23. Gently unscrew the cylinder from the tank until all of the pressurized air inside the tank has been released and then remove the cylinder. 24. Transfer any remaining pesticide into a LABELED, NONBREAKABLE CONTAINER. 25. Clean the sprayer thoroughly using a detergent that will remove the pesticide. Replace the cylinder and pressurize the tank. 26. Depress the wand trigger to allow the cleaning solution through the wand assembly and nozzle. 27.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE CURTIS HAND COMPRESSED SPRAYER MODEL 2981 PCC (NSN 3740-00-191-3677) SET-UP PROCEDURES 1. Unscrew and gently remove the rod/piston assembly from the tank. 2. Unscrew the cylinder from the pump handle. Examine the O ring at the bottom of the rod and lubricate as needed with a small amount of oil. 3. Examine the cylinder check valve located at the bottom of the cylinder. Check the O ring at the top of the cylinder. Reassemble the cylinder and pump handle rod. 4.
7. Check for proper pressurization and the possibility of leaks in the system by adding water to the tank. Leave approximately 1/3 of the tank empty for an air gap. 8. Replace the rod/piston assembly cylinder back into the tank. 9. To properly pressurize the tank, pump the unit 6-10 times. Depress the trigger on the wand. Check for water and air leaks in the hose, tubing, wand and tank seals. Repair all leaks. 10.
15. Screw the pump assembly back in. 16. Gently agitate the tank to allow proper mixing of the pesticide and carrier (as needed). 17. Pump the sprayer 4-5 times (for pin stream applications) or approximately 20 times, or until it becomes harder to pump (for fan spray applications). The optimum pressure for fan spraying is approximately 40 psi. 18. Dispense the pesticide by depressing the wand's trigger.
22. Transfer any remaining pesticide into a LABELED, NON-BREAKABLE CONTAINER. 23. Clean the sprayer thoroughly at this time by adding liquid detergent/water mixture. Replace pump assembly and re-pressurize the entire system. 24. Depress the wand trigger and flush cleaning solution through hose and wand assembly. 25. Triple-rinse the tank and wand/hose assembly with water by repeating steps 23 and 24. 26. Store the sprayer with the tank open and inverted to allow to properly air dry.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE HUDSON TEK HAND COMPRESSED SPRAYER MODEL 67132 SET-UP PROCEDURES 1. Rotate the handle on the tank and remove the cover. 2. Examine the gasket on the tank cover and replace it if it is worn. 3. Unscrew and gently remove the rod / piston assembly from the cylinder. 4. Remove the cylinder from the tank and examine the gasket located at the top of the cylinder and replace if worn. 5. Examine the cylinder check valve located at the bottom of the cylinder.
8. Return the rod / piston assembly to the cylinder by placing the piston cup at a 45 degree angle and then gently pushing the piston into the cylinder. Make sure that the piston cup does not crimp or buckle -- or a good seal will not develop. 9. Examine the pesticide hose. Be sure that the connection sites at the tank and the spray wand are not worn. 10. Unscrew the wand where it connects to the pesticide line and pull out the inline filter. Clean the filter in solvent as required.
OPERATING PROCEDURES 13. Discontinue spraying the water and release the pressure inside the tank by depressing the air release valve, located on the tank cover. 14. Remove the tank cover and dump out the water. 15. Put on all personal protective gear. 16. Calculate the amount of pesticide concentrate required for the operation. 17. Add the calculated amount of carrier first and then add the pesticide, through a 60-mesh screen filter, to bring the solution up to the label's recommendation. 18.
For fan spraying, the nozzle should be kept 18-24 inches away from the target area. 21. Keep the tank pressure up by pumping air into the tank as required. 22. FOR SAFETY REASONS, NEVER RAISE THE WAND ABOVE YOUR HEAD. TERMINATING PROCEDURES 23. Release the pressure from the tank using the air release valve and remove the tank cover. 24. Transfer any remaining pesticide into a LABELLED, NONBREAKABLE CONTAINER. 25. Clean the sprayer thoroughly using a detergent that will remove the pesticide.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE CENTROBULB BULB DUSTER - MODEL B (NSN: 3740-01-441-5250) SET-UP PROCEDURES 1. Unscrew the metal tip nozzle from the housing. 2. To avoid spillage of the material, use a funnel to pour the pesticide (REMEMBER, ONLY DUSTS AND POWDERS) into the rubber housing. 3. Screw the nozzle back onto the housing. OPERATING PROCEDURES 4.
aluminum foil, to prevent the pesticide from being accidentally expelled. 7. Store the unit in a dry area.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE CHAPIN DUSTER MODEL 599 SET-UP PROCEDURES 1. Apply a small amount of lubricating oil of medium viscosity to the four (4) bearings designated by "OIL" stamped at each of the bearings. This should be done at least once a day during the operating season. 2. Check the gear case, located directly below the handle, and fill it with at least 2 tablespoons of light, graphite grease. 3. Put on your personal protective gear. 4. Pull open the top of the duster and add the dust.
8. Adjust the pesticide flow rate by pulling the slide bar located on the discharge tube directly below the tank. To increase the flow, pull the bar, and to decrease the flow, push the bar back into its housing. TERMINATING PROCEDURES 9. Remove the duster from your shoulders and empty the remaining dust back into the original container. 10. Triple-rinse the duster and make sure that no dust remains in the tank, the beater tube, the fan case, or the discharge tubes. 11.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE CURTIS DYNA-FOG THERMAL FOGGER, MODEL 2610E (NSN: 3740-00-818-6648) Fig. 1. Curtis-Dyna-Fog Model 2610. A. General Uses: Outdoor/Indoor for control of flying insects. B. Formulations: Oil base insecticides only. C. Specifications: • • • • • • • • • Hand portable thermal aerosol fog generator.
• • • Engine: 30 HP, 0.5 GPH Power supply: • 8 – “1.5V, D” Cell batteries • 12-volt plug (cigarette lighter) Weight empty: 19 lbs; filled 27 lbs D. Description: The fog generator employs the resonant pulse principle (pulse-jet) to generate hot gases flowing at high velocity. The high velocity gases atomize the formulation instantly. The machine is intended for outdoors use and for enclosed spaces with volumes of more than 500 cubic feet. Use in more confined spaces may create a fire or explosion hazard.
E. Working Principles: 1. The engine is essentially a hollow tube with an intake valve and a means of supplying a combustible mixture of fuel and air at one end (intake), and a clear opening at the other (exhaust). Close to the intake end is an expanded section of the tube, which acts as a combustion chamber. 2. An air pump is used to force a mixture of fuel (gasoline) and air into the combustion chamber.
PRE-OPERATION OF THE CURTIS DYNA-FOG MODEL 2610 (Fig. 1) 1. Fuel: filtered (#60 mesh size) regular unleaded gas only. Never try to refuel a machine that is hot. 2. Batteries: (8) 1.5V “D” Duracell 3. Insecticide: oil base only, filtered through a 100mesh screen STARTING/STOPPING PROCEDURES 4. Lift then press down the “ON/OFF” control knob to the “ON” position. 5. Depress and release the “primer bulb” repeatedly until fuel is visible in the “primer bulb”. 6.
9. To stop the engine, lift the control knob to the “off” position. FOGGING 10. Verify that the formulation and fuel tank caps are tight. 11. Start engine as specified in the above section. 12. Allow engine 1-2 minutes running time to warm up to operating temperature. 13. Set formulation-metering valve (flow rate) to desired fog quality. 14. Push formulation valve button (thumb trigger) to fog. 15.
18. After 4-hours of operation, clean exhaust tailpipe with clean-out brush provided with the unit. 19 After 8-hours of Operation: 20. (a) Remove spark plug and scrape loose carbon in engine neck. (b) Spark plug gap is .060 inches. Install hand tight only with rubber O-ring installed on plug. (c) Remove and clean formulation filter. After 12 hours of operation: (a) Check fuel filter located inside housing unit near engine.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE HUDSON ADMIRAL DUSTER MODEL 6766 SET-UP PROCEDURES: 1. Unscrew the top of the unit and remove the plunger. 2. Examine the piston cup and lubricate the plunger with either flake or powder graphite as necessary. 3. Carefully return the plunger to the duster and tighten the cap. 4. Unscrew the cap at the discharge end of the barrel. 5. Fill the opened pesticide compartment 3/4 full. Ensure that the dust is dry and free from lumps. Secure the cap. OPERATING PROCEDURES: 6.
7. Attach the long extension wand if required. The adjustable nozzle allows the dust to be dispensed up, down, or sideways, and to treat hard to reach areas. TERMINATING PROCEDURES 8. Return the unused portion of the pesticide to its original container. 9. Depress the plunger several more times to clear out the system. 10. Store the unit in a dry area.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE MICRON ULVA FAN MK II SPRAYER (NSN: 3740-01-206-9636) TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATION A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations, REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion.
2. Remove the ULVA fan from its case and open the unit at its hinge. 3. Ensure that all of the electrical connections are clean, tight, and fit properly. 4. Select the appropriate color coded feed nozzle (read the pesticide label); holding the unit right side up, drop the nozzle into the motor housing, located at the front of the machine, which also contains the revolving atomizer disc. 5. Put on all personal protective gear (respirator). 6.
11. Put on the battery using the shoulder strap provided. 12. Plug the ULVA FAN into the battery. Ensure that the battery switch is ON. You are now ready for ULV application. 13. REMEMBER TO WALK UPWIND WHILE SPRAYING. OTHERWISE, YOU WILL BE WALKING INTO THE PESTICIDE. 14. Grab the lower handle and turn the unit upside down so that the pesticide is flowing from the bottle into the disc and blowing out. 15.
19. Disconnect the unit from the battery. 20. Invert the machine (bottle down) and remove the bottle and feed nozzle. a. Wipe off any excess pesticide from the unit. Don't wash/steam clean or get any water near the unit. 21. Secure the ULVA FAN and its separate parts into the case. 22. Recharge the battery after each use following the 2 on/2 off schedule described in STEP 1.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE CLARKE (LECO) MODEL P-1 (NSN: 3740-01-456-2623) Fig. 2.
TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations, REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion has occurred when the air temperature at six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature. (This situation usually occurs in the early morning and late evening hours). C.
3. Check engine operation before filling the pesticide tank. Place the throttle lever in the fully closed position ("idle lever" down). 4. Push the primer button to feed the fuel to the carburetor until fuel overflows from the carburetor (primer button located at bottom of carburetor). 5 Close the choke by pushing the lever up (Omit this step if engine is already warm.) 6. Firmly pull the starter rope until the engine starts. CAUTION: HEARING PROTECTION REQUIRED.
OPERATING PROCEDURES 11. Put on all personal protective gear. 12. Lay sprayer on its side to fill the pesticide tank (we recommend the use of a funnel with at least 60 mesh screen to fill tank). Fill the insecticide tank to within 1/2" of the top. When replacing the tank cap, be sure that the O-ring is in place. 13. Restart the engine, and then depress the throttle level (pull up) to full rpm's. Open the control valve to start the flow of insecticide.
17. Set the control valve at a specific stop. NOTE: The valve has four adjustable stops for the flow rate setting. To change the flow rate simply relocate the setscrew stop. (Figure 2, page 8) FLOW RATES 18. Knob forward (OFF). 19. First hole 1/4 flow rate turn counter clockwise. 20. Second hole 1/2 flow rate turn counter- clockwise. 21. Third hole 3/4 flow rate turn counter clockwise. 22. Fourth hole full flow rate turn counter clock-wise. 23. Spray for a specific time.
26. Clean and re-gap sparkplug every 15 hours. For two-cycle engines, gap plug from 0.6 to 0.7mm (0.024" - 0.028"). Magneto: gap between coil and the flywheel should be 0.4 to 0.5 mm.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE WHITMIRE PT SYSTEM III HANDHELD SPRAYER (NSN: 3740-01-338-5390) Fig. 3. Whitmire System III SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR THE WHITMIRE SYSTEM III (Fig. 3) 1. Set aerosol can on a flat surface and place “Can Clamp” (Fig. 4) in the disengaged position over the lip of insecticide demonstration can. 2.
3. Hold sprayer assembly (including Spray Gun, Coiled Hose, Shut-Off Valve, and Valve-Clamp Adapter) in one hand and insecticide demo can (with “Can Clamp” attached) in the other hand. 4. Center sprayer assembly in Can Clamp and screw to hand tight by rotating can counterclockwise. 5. Attach void injector to the spray gun (Fig. 5). 6. Put on belt and pouch. 7. Insert PT System III can into pouch. OPERATION PROCEDURES 10. Put on proper PPE. 11. Open Shut-off Valve (Fig.
Fig. 4. Can Clamp Fig. 6. Shut-Off Valve open. Fig. 5. Gun Assembly Fig. 7. Shut-Off Valve closed.
TO CHANGE THE HOSE: 14. Work Hose Spring Guards away from fittings. 15. Unscrew hose fittings from Spray Gun and ShutOff Valve. 16. Replace with new hose and fittings. Be sure to use Teflon tape on both joints. ATTACHMENT TO CYLINDER 17. To attach PT System III to 15-lb. Whitmire cylinder, use 15-lb. Adapter Fitting No. 14-0375. TROUBLESHOOTING: IF THE GUN DOES NOT SPRAY 18. Make sure the shut-off valve is in the vertical “Open” position (Fig. 6) 19. The insecticide can may be empty.
c. Unscrew Spray Gun Cap, replace with new Stem, Gasket and spring. Or clean plastic Valve Stem by removing Gasket, and cleaning orifice on the side of the small part of the Valve Stem using a safety pin or other small sharp object. d. Replace gasket, spring and stem into gun and hand-tighten spray gun cap. 21. The Valve-Clamp Adapter may not be tightly attached to Clamp and Can. Hand Tighten. 22. If spray comes from beneath the knurled brass Spray Gun Cap, the cap may be loose. a. Hand Tighten. b.
b. Replace O-ring by sliding it over Shut-Off Valve stem and into groove. If Shut-Off Valve still leaks, it should be replaced. SAFETY TIPS 25. Remember: close Shut-Off Valve between jobs; empty hose after last job. 26. Do not attempt to use the PT System III equipment on products not designed for PT System III. It will cause the can valve to leak and damage the equipment. 27. Do not remove hose and gun from Pressurized Insecticide Can after operation without first closing the Shut-Off Valve.
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SECTION II BACKPACK SPRAYERS 43
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE KIORITZ BACK PACK MODEL ECHO DM-9 (2-CYCLE ENGINE) SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR MIST SPRAYING OPERATIONS (EXCLUDING ULV) 1. a. Remove the pesticide tank cover and ensure that the inside of the tank is clean. b. Examine the bottom of the tank to ensure that (1) the pesticide line is secured to its metal fitting (which is welded onto the solid plate), (2) that the other end of the line exits the tank, and (3) that it is secured to the unit with the plastic nut provided.
(3) Add the solid metal plate, which is provided with the unit, to the top of the grooved plate, and ensure that there is a good seal by pressing the rubber edges of the plates down, until they are flush with each other. (4) Secure the tank back to the unit ensuring that both plastic tank nuts are tightened equally. (5) Secure the pesticide line. c. Secure the air pressurization line that runs from the top of the blower to the base of the pesticide tank. d.
SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR ULV OPERATIONS To conduct ULV operations, you must purchase a special ULV nozzle system. The system is no longer available in the National Stock System (no current NSN), but may still be encountered during deployments. 2. a. Set up the unit into the mist spray configuration as described above. b. Remove the mist spray nozzle and replace it with the ULV nozzle. c. Remove the ULV pesticide container and ensure that the gasket, located inside of the housing, is in place. d.
SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR DUSTS AND GRANULES Start this procedure with the assumption that the unit is in the mist spray configuration. 3. a. Disconnect and remove the air pressurization line that runs from the top of the blower to the base of the pesticide tank. Plug the openings with the attached stoppers. b. Disconnect and remove the entire outer pesticide feed line and the nozzle. c. Remove the pesticide tank cover and ensure that the inside of the tank is clean and dry. d.
i. Examine the granule metal plate. With the pesticide control lever still in the "OFF" position, the gates should be closed. If this is not the case, reset the plate properly making sure that the rubber gasket is flush with the unit. REMEMBER TO FOLLOW THE GUIDE MARK DRAWN ON THE PLATE. j. Open the pesticide control lever all the way. In this position, the gates should also be completely open. k. Secure the tank back to the unit ensuring that both plastic tank nuts are tightened equally.
8. Set the engine throttle (the outside lever), located on the bottom left side of the frame, up approximately halfway. 9. Ensure that the pesticide flow is off. For dusts and granules, close (push down) the pesticide control lever all the way. For mist spray and ULV operations, turn off the pesticide control lever located halfway along discharge tube. 10. Add the pesticide to the appropriate container.
14. a. Set the engine throttle at half speed, and after the engine is operating smoothly, open up the inline flow valve (mist spray and large ULV operations), and the volume control cock. b. Calibrate the system. (The liquid must pass through the metering system and must be separate from the air flow.) c. For adjusting the liquid flow rate to the label and application specifications, use the volume control cock. d.
DUSTS AND GRANULES 15. a. Set the engine throttle halfway and after the engine is running smoothly, open the pesticide control lever all the way. (With the engine set at half throttle and the pesticide control lever open all the way, the unit will put out about 5 kg/min.) b. For adjusting the dust and granule dispersal rate, use the pesticide control lever. c. DO NOT BEND THE NECK OF THE HOSE DURING SPRAY OPERATIONS. The dust can blow back into the blower and soil or damage the unit. 16.
TERMINATING PROCEDURES 19. With the engine throttle at idle, drain the liquid pesticide into its original container. 20. For dusts and granules, close the pesticide control lever, stop the engine by turning off the throttle, and shake any remaining material back into the original container. ULV OPERATIONS 21. a. Add an approved flushing solution to the empty pesticide tank (such as BEECO Pro-Flush). b. Resume operations at half engine speed and reset the volume control cock to maximum.
26. For long-term storage, drain the gasoline tank by turning off the gasoline flow valve and then running the engine; this will burn off all of the fuel in the carburetor. Remove the fuel line at the carburetor and drain the fuel into an approved gasoline storage container. 27. Store the backpack in a clean and dry storage area. Cover with a 30-gallon plastic trash bag.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE SOLO BACKPACK MODEL 423 (2-CYCLE ENGINE) (NSN: 3740-01-157-4000)* Fig. 8. Solo Backpack Sprayer, Model 423 SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR MIST SPRAY OPERATIONS (EXCLUDING ULV) (Fig. 8) 1. a. b. Remove the pesticide tank cover and ensure that the inside of the tank is clean. On inside of lid check gasket for wear – could leak. Check filter. Secure the air pressurization line that runs from the top of the blower to the base of the pesticide tank.
c. Connect the outer pesticide feed line to the base of the tank, along the top of the discharge tube, through the inline cutoff valve, to the nozzle. d. With the engine off, (remember that the pesticide flow is gravity fed), examine the system for leaks by adding approximately 1 quart of water to the tank and opening the inline flow valve, located midway along the discharge tube, and the volume control cock located on top of the nozzle.
SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR DUST AND GRANULAR OPERATIONS 3. a. Assuming that the unit is in the mist spray configuration, disconnect and remove the air pressurization line that runs from the top of the blower to the base of the pesticide tank. b. Disconnect and remove the entire outer pesticide feed line and the nozzle. c. Remove the pesticide tank cover and ensure that the inside of the tank is clean and dry. d. Disconnect and remove the air pressurization line and strainer from the inside of the tank.
5. Check the fuel level in the gasoline tank. Fill the tank as needed with unleaded gasoline mixed with 2-cycle oil at a ratio of 2.6 ounces of oil mixed in with 1 gallon of gasoline. 6. Open the inline gasoline flow valve, located at the base of the gasoline tank. Push primer button located right rear of carburetor 4 to 5 times. 7. Place the choke lever in the "CHOKE" position (lever down). The lever is located behind the air filter on the carburetor.
12. If the engine does not start, repeat STEPS 5 - 8 and try again. If it still does not start, check the spark plug gap (0.020mm). Because it has an electronic ignition, there are no points to gap. 13. As the engine warms up, slowly move the choke lever to the "RUN" position (lever up). OPERATING PROCEDURES: MIST SPRAY AND ULV 14. a.
b. DO NOT BEND THE NECK OF THE HOSE DURING SPRAY OPERATIONS. The dust can blow back into the blower and soil or damage the unit. 16. REMEMBER THAT WHEN CONDUCTING SPRAY OPERATIONS WITH BACKPACKS, YOU SHOULD ALWAYS BE UPWIND OF YOUR TARGET AREA. 17. When stopping spray operations for a short period of time, turn off the pesticide flow by closing the volume control cock (liquids) or by twisting the plastic pesticide discharge tube (dusts and granules). 18.
b. Resume operations at half engine speed and reset the volume control slide bar to maximum. Run until all of the flushing solution has been expelled (Be aware that this process may cause a sudsing effect in the pesticide tank). MIST SPRAY, DUST AND GRANULAR OPERATIONS 22. Fill the empty pesticide tank with detergent and water and run until the spray is clear, there are no more suds, and there is no longer any water inside of the tank. 23.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE STIHL BACKPACK MODEL SR400 (2-CYCLE ENGINE) (NSN: 3740-01-463-0147) Fig. 9. Stihl Backpack Sprayer, Model SR400. SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR MIST-SPRAY OPERATION (EXCLUDING ULV) (Figs. 9, 10) 1. a. Remove the pesticide tank cover and ensure that the inside of the tank is clean. b. Secure the air pressurization line that runs from the tank basket filter to the base of the pesticide tank fitting (left side).
c. Connect the outer pesticide feed line to the base of the tank (right side), along the top of the discharge tube through two brackets through the inline cut-off valve, to the nozzle using two metal clamps. d.
Fig. 10. Stihl Backpack Sprayer.
SETUP PROCEDURES FOR ULV OPERATIONS 2. a. Setup the unit into the mist-spray configuration as described above. b. Remove the mist-spray nozzle and replace it with the ULV nozzle (Fig. 10-1). c. Install one of the three optional metering nozzles Gray in color (0.5/0.65/0.8 mm Dai.) by removing orange colored metering knob (Fig. 10-2). d. A strainer is fitted in the discharge tube at the base of the pesticide tank to ensure trouble - free operation of the ULV nozzle (Fig. 10-3). e.
Fig. 11. Stihl Backpack Fig. 12. Stihl Backpack Fig. 13.
SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR DUSTS AND GRANULES 3. a. Assuming that the unit is in the mist-spray configuration, remove retainers (Fig-11-1) from the pleated hose to release the outer pesticide feed line. b. Unscrew the union nut (Fig 12-2) and pull out the reducer (Fig. 12-3) with hose (line) (Fig 12-4). c. Release and remove screws (Fig-13-5) take the shut-off valve (Fig.13-6) off the control handle (Fig13-7). d.
Fig. 14. DUSTS & GRANULAR SET-UP Fig. 15.
e. Connect the 3 interlocking tubes and attach them to the control handle. Retighten the screw at the base of the control handle. f. Release and remove spline screws (Fig. 14-10), pull the elbow (Fig. 14-11) downward and out of the fan housing. g. Push the assembled elbow (Fig. 15-12) supplied with the attachment into the fan housing as far as it will go. h. Refit the spline screws (Fig. 15-10) and tighten them moderately (Elbow must still turn freely).
Fig 16. Copper wire assembly. Fig 17. Copper wire assembly. Fig 18. Copper wire assembly.
i. Attach the copper wire into hole on the right side of elbow outlet (Fig. 16-A). Push pleated hose (Fig17-13) over the elbow outlet as far as it will go. Copper wire is bent over as you push the pleated hose (Fig. 17-13) into position. j. Bend the copper wire flat forward so that the hose clamp fits over it. (Fig.
Fig. 19. Hose assembly. Fig. 20. Hose assembly. Fig. 21. Removing Bellows Fig. 22. Removing strainer. Fig. 23. Removing reducer Fig. 24. Securing half shells. & hose.
k. Rotate the pleated hose (Fig. 19-13) so the marks are in the positions shown in the illustration. With the pleated hose in this position, make sure the control handle is vertical and tighten it down firmly. Push the stub (Fig.20-14) into the tank base. Fit the union nut (Fig. 20-2) and screw it in tightly. l. m. Join up the two half-shells (Fig. 24-20) and secure them to the tank and fan housing with the hose clamps (Figs. 21-15, 24-15).
Fig. 25. Air-agitator tube. Fig. 26. Securing chain. Fig. 27. Securing chain. Fig. 28. Securing chain. Fig. 29. Dust Applications.
n. Fit the air agitator tube (Fig. 25-21) into the tank. o. Take out the fastening screw (Fig. 26-24). Fit the washer (Fig. 26-23) on the screw and secure the chain (Fig. 26-22) to the elbow. NOTE: The chain is an important safety feature to protect against static electricity. p. Secure the chain (Fig.27-22) to the backpack support frame with the fastening screw located under the base near the TORX screwdriver mount. NOTE: The chain MUST touch the ground (Fig. 28). q. The funnel (Fig.
Fig. 30. Stop Switch position. Fig. 32. Choke position cold engine. Fig. 31. Setting Lever position. Fig. 33. Choke position warm engine.
PRE-START PROCEDURES 4. Check the fuel level in the gasoline tank. Fill the tank as needed with unleaded gasoline mixed with two-cycle oil at a ratio of 2.6 ounces of oil mixed in 1 gallon of gasoline. 5. Slide the Stop switch (Fig. 30) to I “UP” located on the rear of the control handle. Move the setting lever (left side of handle) (Fig. 31) to the center position. STARTING THROTTLE POSITION. 6. If the engine is COLD, turn the choke knob to I choke “UP” located above the starter rope (Fig. 32).
WHEN THE ENGINE BEGINS TO FIRE 9. If engine is “COLD” turn choke to and continue cranking until engine runs. If engine is “WARM,” continue cranking until engine runs. AS SOON AS ENGINE RUNS 10. Move the setting lever ((Fig. 34) downwards to its lower position so that the engine settles down to idle speed. Fig. 34. Setting lever “down” to idle speed. 11. If engine fails to start: a. Ensure spark plug gap is 0.020 inches.
b. Check spark plug for proper operation by touching plug to engine metal while pulling cord slowly. TO SHUT-DOWN THE ENGINE 12. To stop the engine, slide the stop switch “downwards” (Fig. 35). Fig. 35. Stop engine: Stop switch to “down” position. TO OPERATE THROTTLE WHILE SPRAYING 13. Squeeze the trigger on the control handle.
OPERATING PROCEDURES: MISTS, SPRAYS AND ULV 14. Ensure that the pesticide flow is off. Mist/Sprays/ULV - turn the inline flow valve located on control handle off (knob up). Dusts/Granules twist the control handle to close off discharge tube. 15. Add the pesticide to the pesticide tank. 16. a. Set the throttle at half speed on the control handle and after the engine is operating smoothly, open up the inline flow and the metering knob (Spray/Mist), metering nozzle (ULV) (on handle). b.
DUSTS AND GRANULES 17. Set the engine throttle halfway and after the engine is running smoothly, twist the control handle to the left to increase the flow rate and turn to the right to shut down flow. (Off is control handle in vertical position.) 18. REMEMBER: That when conducting spray operations with backpacks, you should always be upwind of your target area. 19.
ULV OPERATIONS 23. a. Add an approved flushing solution to the empty tank. b. Resume operation at half throttle and spray solution through entire system. MIST-SPRAY, DUST AND GRANULAR OPERATIONS 24. Fill the empty pesticide tank with detergent and water and run until the spray is clear, there are no more suds, and there is no longer any water inside of the tank. 25. Allow the machine to cool down after spray operation by running it at idle for at least 2 minutes. 26.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE SOLO 475 BACKPACK SPRAYER (DIAPHRAGM PUMP) (NSN: 3740-01-496-9306) Fig. 36. Solo 475 Backpack Sprayer (diaphragm pump).
A. Specifications: • Formulations - Liquids, wettable powders. • Dry Weight: 9.5 - 10.1 lbs. • Output: 0.8 U.S. Gallon/min. • Nozzle, wand & Shut-off Valve (28’ Overall Length). • PVC Hose (4’ length). • Spray Tank - Capacity: 4-gallons (15 liters). • Nozzles: Different types for spot, narrow, wide angle, and short/long distance spraying (Fig. 37). Fig. 37. Solo 475 spray nozzles.
SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR THE SOLO 475 (Fig. 36) 1. Removing Plastic Adjustable Nozzle (Fig. 38-1 to Fig. 38-5). a. Unscrew the nozzle cap (Fig. 38-1) from the nozzle body (Fig. 38-3). This is best accomplished while the retaining nut (Fig. 38-2) is fastened tightly to the elbow (Fig. 38-5). b. Unscrew the retaining nut (Fig. 38-2). Push the nozzle body (Fig. 38-3) out of the retaining nut (Fig. 38-2). The filter with gasket (Fig. 38-4) will come out with the body.
b. Tighten the screw cap clockwise onto the shut-off valve (Fig. 39). Fig. 39. Wand Assembly. 3. Pump Lever a. Place lever handle (Fig. 40-C) onto the shaft (Fig. 40-A). Align bolt holes and install the two bolts (Fig. 40-E) and washers (Fig. 40-F); then tighten. To install pump lever on the opposite side, remove the stop plate (Fig. 40-D) and washer, install the pump lever as above. The stop plate (Fig.
Fig. 40. Pump Lever Assembly. 4. Fold Away Pump Handle a. .Remove bolt and nut (Fig. 41-A) from pump rod (Fig. 41-B). Fig. 41. Pump handle assembly.
b. Slide handle-assembly over the pump rod and align the holes so that the rear (elbow) portion of the handle points up and slightly forward and away from the Solo logo. Reinstall bolt and locknut. Pump handle can be installed on the opposite side of the sprayer for right hand pumping (Stop plate will need to be relocated to the left side) (Fig. 42). Fig. 42. Pump handle assembly. c. The handle can be rotated to either down (pumping) or up (storage) positions.
Fig. 43. Pump handle assembly. 5. Shoulder Strap Installation. The top of each shoulder strap is pre-attached to the sprayer by means of a buckle. The lower end of the straps are attached by fastening the strap hooks to the metal frame between where frame exits the plastic tank and makes a bend.
6. Regulating Pressure. The Solo backpack sprayer is equipped with a built-in regulator to control output pressure. This regulator is operator adjustable. Make adjustments prior to filling tank. a. To adjust the regulator, remove the tank cap and the filter basket. Look inside the spray tank; you will see the top of the regulator. There are 4 fingers on the regulator knob. The finger farthest to the right is #1; to the left is #4. b. To increase the pressure, choose the higher number.
c. To change the spray pressure, excess pressure in the pressure cylinder must be released back into the tank through the spray tube. To adjust, push down on the knob and rotate to align the desired number with the alignment pin. Note: maximum pressure for Solo Backpack Sprayer - Model 475 is 60 psi. 7. Filling the Spray Tank. a. Mix the spray formula and the proper volume of water in a separate container. Pour the mix through the filter basket in the tank opening.
PESTICIDE SPRAY OPERATION 8. Prime the pump with rapid pump strokes. When you feel very firm resistance, the pressure chamber is filling with liquid. With repeated piston strokes, the air in the pressure chamber is slowly compressed. By pressing the hand lever, the valve opens, and liquid is forced through the nozzle. The shut-off valve has a retaining clip, which keeps the valve in the "OPEN" position for continuous operation. Pump using the end of the pump handle, as it is less fatiguing.
CLEANING 10. After spraying, clean the tank thoroughly. If some spray liquid is left inside, drain tank completely. 11. Pumping causes air to be taken in and the remaining liquid to be discharged. Pump until liquid and air are coming out through the nozzle. 12. Refill tank with a few quarts of clean water and pump the water out as explained above (if necessary, repeat this procedure several times). 13. If the shut-off valve is removed, the pump can be flushed quickly.
side that faces your back. One indication that it needs cleaning is that when you let go of the pump handle, it "springs" to the down position. The screen can be cleaned with a small bristle brush or a discarded toothbrush. Fig. 45. Solo 475 Backpack Sprayer - Inlet Screen. 16. After operation, the sprayer should be stored away from direct sunlight to prevent UV damage. 17.
19. Before winter, drain all liquid in tank, lines and air chamber. Leave shut-off valve locked in the "open" position. CALIBRATION 20. The output of the sprayer should be checked by collecting and measuring the pesticide emitted during one minute. Maintain steady pumping on the pump handle while measuring. Having determined the output from the nozzle in gallons/minute, the rate per unit area treated can be calculated knowing the swath width and walking speed. 21.
may vary. One mile per hour equals 88 feet per minute. An easy way to calculate is to simply measure the distance you walk in one minute. 23. Compute gallons of pesticide per acre (Fig. 47). Fig. 47. Calibration - pesticide spray per acre.
REPAIRS 24. For piston pump, diaphragm pump, pressure cylinder, shut-off valve, and wand repair see instruction manual or Solo website: http://www.solousa.com.
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PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE FARM TEC MODELATE-20: 20-GALLON HYDRAULIC SPRAYER Fig. 48. FARM-TEC ATE 20 Hydraulic Sprayer. SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR THE FARM TEC ATE-20 (Fig. 48) 1. Charge up deep-cycle battery overnight with EXUDE battery charger (12-volt, 6 amp) provided with sprayer. This should be done the day before spray operation or every six months of sprayer storage. Fully charged battery will provide for eight hours of spray operation. 2.
(maintenance free battery), cracks in tank, hoses, pump, filter housing, frame, all hose clamps, etc. 3. Disconnect and unplug battery charger when green light is on indicating the battery is fully charged. 4. Put 2-3 gallons of water in tank. Connect spray wand to hose and connect other end of hose (male end) next to battery case in front of tank. 5. Select proper TeeJet nozzle required for spray operation. Turn on toggle switch located on left side of tank, below the pressure gauge.
9. You are now ready to spray! Turn on switch and re-check the working pressure. Pull the spray wand trigger to spray. Terminating Procedures 10. Drain any remaining pesticide into the proper container through spray wand or hose located next to the battery case. NEVER STORE PESTICIDE IN THE TANK!!! 11. Flush out tank, hose, and wand by adding 3-5 gallons of water/detergent mixture. This should be done on spray operation site when possible. 12. Rinse out system with water.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE HUDSON MODEL 47200 DL SPRAYER SETUP PROCEDURES 1. Secure the unit to the truck for towing. 2. Check the gasoline tank, located on top of the engine through the hole in the hood, and fill with regular gas as needed. 3. Check the oil level by reading the dipstick, located at the rear of the engine, and fill with 30-weight oil as needed. 4. Check the oil level in the pump plug, located on the right side of the pump, and fill to the threads with 30-weight oil as needed. 5.
8. Open the gasoline valve located underneath the gasoline tank. 9. Using the spray gun, select the proper nozzle disc (read the pesticide label) and secure it to the spray gun at the nozzle cap. (Remember: the flow rate of the disc cannot exceed the capacity of the pump). 10. Open the pesticide tank cover and clean the basket filter as needed. 11. Close the choke, located behind the air filter cover, by pulling the lever towards the cover. (Omit this step if the engine is already warm.) 12.
16. Keep track of the pesticide level inside of the tank by occasionally examining the clear tubing at the back of the tank. OPERATING PROCEDURES 17. Turn the ratchet type flow valve, located on top of the surge tank, to pressurize the hose and gun. 18. Adjust the pressure on the gauge to 200 psi by turning the locking nut, located under the large spring next to the pump, clockwise. 19. Unwind the hose from the spindle and examine it and the connection for leaks. 20.
24. a. If using water-based pesticides, refill the tank with enough water and detergent to cleanse the machinery (not less than 10 gallons). Repressurize the system and flush the material through the spray gun. b. If using oil-based pesticides, refill the tank with an approved flushing solution, and follow the procedure in step 24a. 25. Secure the hose and spray gun assembly. 26. Close the inline gasoline flow valve, located underneath the gasoline tank, and let run until engine dies.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR JOHN BEAN HYDRAULIC POWER SPRAYER MODEL DM10E 150 (NSN: 3740-00-925-9598) Fig. 49. John Bean Hydraulic Sprayer, Model DM10E 150. SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR THE JOHN BEAN MODEL DM10E 150 HYDRAULIC SPRAYER (Fig. 49). 1. Secure the unit to a truck for towing, safety chain installed. 2. Check the gasoline level and fill with regular unleaded gas as needed.
3. Check the oil level with the engine dipstick located at rear of engine and fill to full mark on dipstick with 30-weight HD oil. 4. Check the oil level in the pump, plug located at right side base of pump and fill to bottom of plug threads with 30-weight oil. 5. Check the belt tension midway between the engine and pump. Properly maintained belts should deflect 1/2 to 3/4 inches. NEVER ATTEMPT TO CHECK THE BELTS WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. 6.
10. Open gasoline valve located under the gasoline tank; right side of the engine. 11. Close the choke by moving the choke lever up. (Omit this step if the engine is already warm.) 12. On a cold engine: place the throttle control midway between the slow and fast positions. 13. Pull the starter rope firmly until the engine starts. CAUTION: HEARING PROTECTION REQUIRED. Return the rope in one smooth motion, i.e., do not let go of the rope!!! 14. As the engine warms up, slowly open the choke. 15.
OPERATING PROCEDURES 18. Using the Spray Gun Assembly a. Close the pressure relief valve, located until 200 psi reads on the pressure gauge. b. Unwind the hose from the spindle and examine it for possible leaks. c. Open all three inline flow valves to the gun. d. Point the gun at the intended target area and pull the trigger. Adjust spray pattern as needed. 19. Using The Boom Assembly a. Unhook and GENTLY let down the boom, or booms (depending on what is required for the operation). b.
to turn on pressure and pull bottom rope forward to turn off). e. You must lift the lever on front of boom selector valve to the horizontal position to pressurize the booms. f. The two ropes are there to allow operations to be conducted from the towing vehicle. TERMINATING PROCEDURES 20. 21. 22. Discontinue spraying by either releasing the trigger on spray gun or pulling the bottom rope toward the front of the sprayer or tow vehicle. Open the pressure relief valve to release the system's pressure.
valves and place boom selector valve to the A position (i.e., in front of gauge). 26. Secure the spray gun into pipe holder, wind-up hose reel. Secure the boom assembly into bracket provided. 27. Close the inline fuel valve located under engine gas tank. 28. Drain off any excess water from the tank and let it air dry.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE JOHN BEAN PLC MODEL DP05E/30 PRB HYDRAULIC SPRAYER SETUP PROCEDURES 1. Check the entire sprayer thoroughly for any wear areas, loose parts, and any items, which could cause problems during operation. 2. Check oil level in engine, pump, and gearbox. Fill all three with 30W oil as needed. Fill engine fuel tank (regular unleaded). 3. Inspect the tank, filler basket, and suction strainer for foreign materials. Clean or repair as necessary. 4.
OPERATING PROCEDURES 9. Turn the pressure relief valve lever, located on the left side of the pump, clockwise (up) to the nonpressure position. 10. Close the choke, located on the carburetor (under the air filter) by lifting the lever. Open the choke as the engine warms up. (Omit this step if the engine is already warm). 11. Remove the spark plug ground; pull the starter rope firmly until engine starts. CAUTION: HEARING PROTECTION REQUIRED.
15. Drain any excess pesticide from the tank using the tank drain (center front of tank bottom). Never use the pesticide tank as a holding vessel!!! 16. Replace the drain plug, add water (5 gallons) and a detergent to the tank, restart, pressurize, and resume spraying through the spray gun. 17. Rinse out with clear water, wash off exterior of sprayer and air-dry tank and exterior.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE SMITHCO MODEL 6911 100-GALLON HYDRAULIC SPRAYER SET-UP PROCEDURES 1. Secure the unit to a truck for towing, safety chain installed. 2. Check the gasoline level of the gas tank located on the left side of the engine and fill with regular unleaded gas as needed. 3. Check the engine oil level. The plug is located at rear of engine. Fill to the bottom of the threads with 30-weight HD oil. 4.
7. Grease the agitator shaft fitting located at the agitator shaft flange at the rear of spray tank behind the pulleys. Use multi-purpose lithium based grease in a hand-operated gun. 8. Unscrew and examine the in-line jar-type filter and clean as needed. The filter housing is located on the right side of the pump. 9. Ensure that in-line valves located at the base of the pump and on the right front part of the tank are in the OFF position (handle is in cross-line position). 10.
16. Fill the tank with the carrier needed, read the pesticide label and then add the measured amount of pesticide/herbicide to bring the formulation up to the label's recommendations (Adding the pesticide/ herbicide, while engine is running, aids with mixing.) If using wettable powders, ADD 1 PINT OF KEROSENE TO EVERY 100 GALLONS OF FORMULATION IN THE TANK TO INHIBIT FOAMING. 17. Keep track of the level in the tank by occasionally examining the clear tube at the left front of the tank.
21. Open the inline flow valve to the hose reel. One is located on the left side of the pump and the other is on the right, at the front of the spray tank. 22 Point the gun at the intended target area and pull the trigger. Adjust spray pattern as needed. TERMINATING PROCEDURES 23. Discontinue spraying by releasing the trigger on spray gun. 24. Open the pressure relief valve by releasing the wire clip on the Pressure Control Unit. 25.
30. Drain off excess water from the tank and allow the spray tank to air dry for several days.
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PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE BEECO PRO-MIST 15MP ULV SPRAYER (NSN: 3740-01-206-9635) Fig. 50. BEECO Pro-Mist ULV Sprayer & ATV. TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operation. REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS! B. Check for a temperature inversion.
six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature. (This situation usually occurs in the early morning and late evening hours.) C. Check the wind speed by using a wind-measuring device. The indicated wind speed should fall between 4-6 mph and should be blowing across the intended target area. SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR THE BEECO PRO-MIST ULV SPRAYER (Fig. 50) 1.
b. Ensure sprayer's power-cable lead to the vehicle's battery is #10 wire. Main system and motors are protected by circuit breakers; no fuses are used. c. CAUTION: Most “tactical vehicles” are 24-volt systems. Verify cables are only connected to 12volts, not 24-volts. d. Connect the power cable to the battery (positive RED CLIP FIRST, negative black clip (ground) second; use a 12-volt vehicle battery only. Higher rated 24-volt batteries will cause permanent damage to the BEECO sprayer.
(1) A fully charged 12volt deep-cycle battery will provide 3-4 hours of continuous operation. SETUP PROCEDURES 6. FIRST, ENSURE ALL SWITCHES ARE OFF BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF ELECTRICAL BOX!! Plug the control cable into the back of the operator control box at one end, and into the bottom of the breaker module inside the electrical control box. 7. Check: a. All electrical cables and connections are secure and clean. b. The battery is in good condition. c. Charge the vehicle's alternator between 13.
9. Add liquid to the insecticide tank. Use the 5-gallon polyethylene plastic tank strapped down behind the spray head assembly. Use EPA approved ULV concentrates only. Cautionary Note: No insecticide spraying should be performed until the pump has been calibrated. CALIBRATION PROCEDURES 10. Disconnect the insecticide tube at the spray head, just below the blower housing, and place the tube into an empty container. 11.
b. Depress the calibration button. c. Put tube into graduated cylinder at the same time. d. Hold for one minute. e. Check the flow rate and adjust the pump as needed. (Flow rate is found on the pesticide label.) f. Recheck for one minute. 16. Turn on all switches. a. First turn on circuit breaker located on the outside of the electrical control box. (Located next to the hour meter.) b. Blower Circuit breakers for the blower, spray head, and pump are located inside of the electrical control box. 17.
18. Check volt lights located on the remote control panel. Ensure 12volt green light is on. If not, recheck cable hookup at battery. 19. YOU ARE NOW READY FOR SPRAYING. 20. Depress spray switch and the pump will deliver the insecticide. 21. Check volt and alert lights on remote control box for proper operation (Green light for volts, and no lights on for alert). a.
23. Allow the sleeve to spin at idle speed for a minute or so after the pump is shut off to remove the remaining insecticide. 24. For emergency shutoff, depress "off" button on remote panel to trip main circuit breaker. To restart, turn the main breaker back on.
FLUSHING 25. It is recommended that you begin flushing the tank during your final spray run AT THE JOB SITE. 26. Depress power switch. 27. Depress flush switch. a. An audible alarm will sound to indicate flushing has begun. 28. Run the system for 5 minutes at a flow rate of 3 oz per minute. 29. After the lines are free of insecticide, turn the pump flow rate to 12-15 oz per minute and run the flushing solvent through the system for one minute. 30. Turn off the flush switch and power switch.
33. Avoid getting any water on the electrical connections and sleeve assembly. 34. When you are done cleaning, dry off the system. (Compressed air on all electrical terminals works best.) 35. Turn the pump pointer so that the pesticide flow is reversed-going INTO the pesticide tank. 36. Depress power and spray button. This will dry the sleeve and suck pesticide from lines into pesticide tank. 37. Depress power and spray button to shut off. 38. Reset pump pointer to "0". 39.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE CURTIS MODEL 2740 ULV SPRAYER (NSN: 3740-01-141-2557) TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations. REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion has occurred when the air temperature at six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature.
3. Check the engine Oil Level using the dipstick located on left side of engine below the Air Filter (It is marked “Oil”). Add SAE 30-weight detergent oil as needed. 4. Check the Blower Oil level. The plug is located on the side closest to the drain plug. Fill through the Breather Plug at the top, until the oil runs out of the overflow hole at the side of the blower; close with plug. You must use 40-weight NON-DETERGENT oil as needed. 5.
11. The Engine Speed Control Slide Ring is located under the Air Filter Housing on the left side of engine. Pull ring halfway out. 12. Ensure all Remote Control switches are in the “OFF” position. 13. Plug one end of the Remote Control Cable into the back side of the Pump Assembly. 14. Plug the other end of the Remote Control Cable into the base of the Remote Control Box. 15. a. The Starter Solenoid Switch is located on the right side of the engine. Place it into the ON position. b.
OPERATING PROCEDURES 18. Adjust Air Pressure by pulling OUT or pushing IN the Engine Speed Control Ring on left side of engine. 19. Put on all Personal Protective Equipment. 20. Add the calculated amount of pesticide to the 12gallon polyethylene tank located on the right rear of the unit. (Remember, Ultra Low Volume (ULV) and Ultra Low Density (ULD) machines use only concentrated liquid formulations). 21. a. Place Function Select Dial on the Remote Control Box to #1-#4 position as required.
24. When stopping for a short period of time, turn the Remote Control Output Switch to the OFF position. 25. After completing spray operation, with the engine still running, turn the Flush/Spray Solenoid Switch on the Remote Control Box to “FLUSH” for two (2) minutes at 10 ounces per minute. 26. Place the Output Switch on the Remote Control Box in the “OFF” Position. 27. Turn all switches on the Remote Control Box to “OFF” position. (i.e. Machine and Output) CALIBRATION PROCEDURES 28.
33. Place the Output Switch on the Remote Control in the “ON” position (fluid will begin to flow). 34. Adjust the Flow Rate Knob on the Remote Control Box to the desired rate. 35. The timing person signals the beginning and the end of the one (1) minute collection period. 36. Collect sample and compare actual output with desired output indicated by Remote Control Box digital read-out. 37.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE CURTIS MODEL 2742 ULV SPRAYER TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS: A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations. REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion has occurred when the air temperature at six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature.
3. Check the engine Oil Level using the dipstick located on left side of engine below the Air Filter (It is marked “Oil”). Add SAE 30 weight detergent oil as needed. 4. Check the Blower Oil level. The plug is located on the side closest to the drain plug. Fill through the Breather Plug at the top, until the oil runs out of the overflow hole at the side of the blower; close with plug. You must use 40-weight NON-DETERGENT oil as needed. (9150-01-293-2773). 5.
11. The Engine Speed Control Slide Ring is located under the Air Filter Housing on the left side of engine. Pull ring halfway out. 12. Ensure all Remote Control Box switches are in the “OFF” position. 13. Plug one end of the Remote Control Cable into the side of the Pump Assembly. 14. Plug the other end of the Remote Control Cable into the base of the Remote Control Box. 15. a. The Starter Solenoid Switch is located on the right side of the engine. Place it into the ON position. b.
OPERATING PROCEDURES 18. Adjust Air Pressure by pulling OUT or pushing IN the Engine Speed Control Ring on left side of engine. 19. Put on all Personal Protective Equipment. 20. Add the calculated amount of pesticide to the 12gallon polyethylene tank located on the right rear of the unit. (Remember, ULV/ULD machines use only concentrated liquid formulations). 21. Place Function Select Dial on the Remote Control Box to #1 - #4 position as required. (See page 23 of Owners Manual) 22.
26. Place the Output Switch on the Remote Control Box in the “OFF” Position. 27. Turn all switches on the Remote Control Box to “OFF” position. (i.e. Machine and Output) CALIBRATION PROCEDURES 28. For ULV calibration, carry out steps 1-22. 29. Place Function Selector Dial in the #2 position. Adjust flow rate to desired flow (4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, etc.). 30. Place Solenoid Switch on Remote Control Box to “SPRAY” position. 31. Place HIGH/LOW Selector Switch in the “HIGH” position. 32.
36. Collect sample and compare actual output with desired output indicated by Remote Control Box digital read-out. 37. If sample is NOT within 20% of the volume given by the Remote Control Box digital read-out, contact manufacturer or NDVECC, Bangor. TERMINATING PROCEDURES 1. After flushing entire system, wash or steam clean outside of ULV machine with liquid soap and water. NOTE: Don’t get any water on the Remote Control Box. 2.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE CURTIS MODEL 2952 ULV SPRAYER TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations. REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion.
3. Check the engine oil level using the dipstick, located at the rear of the engine, near the top. Add 30W oil, as needed. 4. Check the blower oil level. Plug is located on the left side closest to the drain plug. Fill through the breather plug on the top, until the oil reaches the bottom of the overflow outlet. (Do not remove the upper plug on the side near the breather plug.) Add 40W non-detergent oil, as needed. 5.
11. Place remote control unit in an area where it will not be damaged by the vibration of the motor, and yet will be accessible to the operator. 12. Ensure that the engine ignition switch, formulation control switch, and remote control switches are in the “OFF” position. 13. Plug the remote control line into the right side of the pump control box. Plug the other end of the cable into the base of the remote control box. 14. Put on all personal protective equipment. 15.
19. As the engine starts, gradually push in choke. (Omit this step if the engine is already warm.) OPERATING PROCEDURES 20. Check the boom pressure gauge located below the formulation selector valve. (Should be at 10 psi for standard use.) 21. Adjust air pressure by increasing or decreasing engine speed with the manual friction slide control lever located beneath the choke knob. 22. Place formulation selector switch on the control box to "SPRAY." 23. Turn formulation selector valve to "SPRAY." 24.
30. The rate of vehicle speed during the spray operation is generally 5 or 10 mph. The correct speed for each type of pesticide is indicated on the pesticide label. 31. When stopping for a short period of time, turn the remote control output switch to the OFF position. TERMINATING PROCEDURES 32. After completing your spray operation, with the engine still running, turn the formulation selector valve, located below the flushing solution tank, to the "FLUSH" position. 33.
39. Move the high/low selector switch (near the remote cable hookup point) to the "HIGH" position. 40. Disconnect 1/4 inch formulation line from the "T" on the spray boom and place into a "pesticide only" bucket. Use a suitable collection container for actual pesticide measurement. 41. Move the function select switch on the remote control to the "#2" position. 42. Place the mode switch on the remote control in the "SPRAY" position. 43.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE CLARKE (LECO) GRIZZLY ULV SPRAYER (NSN: 3740-00-375-9154) Fig. 51. Clarke (LECO) Grizzly ULV Sprayer. TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations. REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion.
temperature. This situation usually occurs in the early morning and late evening hours. C. Check the wind speed by using a windmeasuring device. The ideal indicated wind speed should fall between 4-6 mph and should be blowing across the intended target area. No spraying if wind is 10 mph or greater. D. Before attempting to operate the unit for the first time, study the complete Instruction Manual carefully and identify all of the components in Figs. 51, 52.
Fig. 52. Clarke (LECO) Grizzly ULV Sprayer.
SET-UP PROCEDURES FOR THE CLARKE (LECO) GRIZZLY ULV SPRAYER (Fig. 51). 1. Plug the Remote Control Station Cable Plug into the socket located on the rear Coupling Cover Panel, right rear of engine. Be sure to hand tighten the knurled locking cap onto the socket. (ALL SWITCHES IN THE OFF POSITION) (Fig. 53). Fig. 53. Remote Control Station Cable Plug.
2. Mount the Grizzly ULV Fog Generator into a vehicle or onto a trailer. Unit should be secured to the bed of the Vehicle. 3. Remote Control Station - contains a number of components for controlling the unit (Fig. 54). Fig. 54. Remote Control Station.
PRE-START OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4. Make sure that all switches are in the OFF position. 5. Verify that the battery cable connections are correct and tight. Red to positive/black to negative. Check battery water level if not a maintenance free battery. 6. Verify that no foreign objects or tools have been left in or about the fog generator. 7. Check the oil level in the engine using the dipstick located on the left side of the engine below the air filter. Add SAE 30 weight detergent oil (Fig. 55).
8. Check the blower oil level at the oil overflow plug. The plug is located on the left side closest to the drain plug. Fill through the “breather plug” at the top, until the oil runs out the oil overflow hole at the side of the blower and then reinstall the plug. You must use M-S type SAE 40 weight heavy-duty type from 30 degrees Fahrenheit to 90 degrees Fahrenheit ambient temperature. DO NOT USE MULTIPLE VISCOSITY OILS, (Fig. 56). Fig. 56. Blower oil level check & fill. 9.
10. Check the fuel level in the red, nine gallon FUEL TANK, (Fig. 57). Add regular unleaded fuel as needed, making sure you cover the pick-up tube. Fig. 57. Fuel level check & fill. 11. PUT ON ALL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. Use a screened funnel.
12. Add the proper amount of pesticide to the 15 gallon, black polyethylene tank located between the engine and gas tank, (Fig. 58) (Remember to use ULV/ULD machine labeled concentrates ONLY). Fig. 58. Adding pesticide.
13. Place flushing solution in the clear plastic 1-gallon tank located on the base plate between the blower and the PDS flow control box. Diesel fuel or transmission fluid can be used as alternatives, (Fig. 59). Fig. 59. Adding flushing solution. 14. Verify that the Remote Control Station is within easy reach of the operator. Make sure control cable is routed away from moving or hot parts to avoid damage.
15. Verify that the nozzle is in the correct position for spraying (0O - 45 OF) (Fig. 60). Fig. 60. Adjusting spray-head angle.
START-UP OPERATION Fig. 61. Remote Control Station. 16. On the Remote Control Station (Fig. 59): a. Turn the Main Power switch to the ON position. b. Set the spray on/off switch to the OFF position. c. Set the spray/flush switch to spray.
d. For a cold engine, on the Remote Station, depress the choke button and starter button at the same time, until the engine fires. Do not push buttons for more than a maximum of 15 seconds/minute. CAUTION: HEARING PROTECTION REQUIRED. e. For a hot engine, depress the starter button until the engine fires. f. When the engine fires release the choke and starter buttons (Note: Pressing the starter button on the engine will also start the engine.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: THE PRESSURE GAUGE 19. The unit is equipped with a glycerin filled pressure gauge to read the nozzle air pressure and is mounted on the fog generator coupling guard between the engine and blower. ADJUSTING THE NOZZLE AIR PRESSURE 20. Nozzle air pressure is one of the main criteria for good particle size. Changing the speed of the engine adjusts this pressure.
22. The air low-pressure cut-off switch is located inside the coupling guard and is mounted on the rear of the pressure gauge. If necessary, this switch can be adjusted in the field by removing the rubber plug from the tip of the switch and then using a 7/32” Allen wrench, turn the adjustment screw in about ½ turn increments. Turning clockwise increases the air pressure cut-off point. Turning counter-clockwise decreases the air pressure cut-off point. SETTING THE FLOW RATE 23.
affect the pump accuracy. This procedure is necessary only on the initial setting of a flow rate. 27. NOTE: Unit should be calibrated upon first time set up of the machine, beginning of each spray season, when changing insecticides, every 25 hours of operation, and after conducting any major overhaul. AUTOMATIC ENGINE IDLE-BACK 28. The CLARKE Grizzly Cold Aerosol Fog Generator is equipped with engine idle-back. This device reduces the engine speed to idle when not spraying.
31. With the unit spraying, check to make sure the nozzle air pressure is within the preset pressure range. The Clarke Grizzly Cold Aerosol Fog Generator is preset at the factory at 6 psi. If a different nozzle pressure is required, change the engine speed by adjusting the engine throttle. 32. To turn spray off: a. On the Remote Control Station, turn the spray off by moving the spray switch to the OFF position. The red light will go out and the engine speed will reduce to idle. 33.
c. Turn the Spray switch ON. When the flushing solution starts spraying from the nozzle, spray for 2 to 3 minutes. This is ample time to flush the system. d. Turn the Spray switch OFF. It is highly recommended that the fog generator be shut down immediately after flushing to prevent insecticide from being accidentally drawn into the system. SHUT-DOWN 36. Before shutting down the engine, be sure the spray is turned off as explained in the SPRAYING section. 37.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE LECO MODEL 800 ULV SPRAYER TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations. REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion has occurred when the air temperature at six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature.
3. Check the engine oil level using the dipstick located at the rear of the engine. Add SAE 30 weight detergent oil as needed. 4. Check the blower oil level. The plug is located on the side closest to the drain plug. Fill through the breather plug at the top, until the oil runs out of the overflow hole at the side of the blower; close with the oil plug. You must use 40-weight NONDETERGENT oil as needed. 5.
11. Move the throttle lever located below the choke lever to the fast position (UP). 12. Turn both the light and fog switches located on the front of the pump box to the OFF positions. Move the toggle switch located on the remote operator’s station to the OFF position. 13. Put on all personal protective gear. 14. Add the calculated amount of pesticide to the 15gallon black polyethylene insecticide tank located behind the pump box and to the right of the engine.
19. Pressure should read 6 psi. If not, readjust the engine RPM by moving the throttle lever up or down. Check the RPM meter located on the frame below the throttle lever. Turn the FLUID SELECTOR VALVE to the FOG position. 20. YOU ARE NOW READY FOR THE ULV APPLICATION. 21. Before attempting to calibrate, remove the pesticide line at the nozzle and place it into a suitable empty container. With your PPE on, turn on the main toggle switch located below the engine.
25. When stopping for a short period of time, turn off the fog switch on the remote control box. TERMINATING PROCEDURES 26. After completing your spray operation, turn the FLUID SELECTOR VALVE to the “FLUSH” position. 27. Resume operation flushing the entire system through the nozzle. REMEMBER to loosen the knurled knob first. 28. Turn the toggle switch on the remote control box to the OFF position. 29.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE LECO MODEL HD 1600 ULV SPRAYER TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations, REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion has occurred when the air temperature at six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature.
3. Check the engine oil level using the dipstick on the left side of the engine below the fuel filter. Use 30W oil for the engine. 4. Check the blower oil level. The plug is located on the side closest to the drain plug. Fill through the breather plug at the top until it reaches the bottom of the overflow hole. (Do not remove the upper plug nearest the breather plug.) Use 40W nondetergent oil for the blower. 5.
11. Turn both switches located on the right side of the flow control panel OFF, (i.e., light and fog switch). Place the toggle switch located on the remote operator's station in the center position. 12. Put on all personal protective gear. 13. Add the calculated amount of pesticide to the insecticide tank located in the rack behind the flow control panel. REMEMBER, ULV/ULD machines use only concentrated liquid formulations. 14.
18. YOU ARE NOW READY FOR ULV APPLICATION. 19. Before attempting to calibrate, remove the pesticide line at the nozzle and place it into a suitable container, i.e., a 3-gallon formulation bucket. Turn on the CV warm-up by moving the toggle switch located on the remote operator's station to the fog position. 20. To calibrate the machine set the flow rate on the digital readout by adjusting flow rate screws. First set "course" flow rate (after loosening knurled knob), then set "fine" adjustment.
24. Resume operation and reset the course spray to 290 ml/min for a minimum of two minutes, flushing the entire system through the nozzle. REMEMBER to loosen the knurled knob first. 25. Turn the toggle switch on the remote operator's station to the center position. 26. Turn off the gasoline valve located under the gas tank to drain the carburetor, then turn the ignition toggle switch in the downward position to turn off the machine.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE LONDON AIRE XK ULV SPRAYER TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations, REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion has occurred when the air temperature at six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature.
3. Check the engine oil level. Oil plug/dipstick is located to the right and rear part of the engine. Add 30W oil, as needed. 4. Check the air compressor oil level. Oil dipstick is located in the rear of air compressor. Add 40W non-detergent oil, as needed. 5. Check the battery water level. Add water to the proper level. Ensure that the sprayer battery cables are tightly connected and clean. 6. Check the belt tension by pressing down on the belts between the engine and the air pump with your finger.
STARTUP PROCEDURES 10. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The switch is located on the right front side of engine. 11. Push the started button in to start. The starter button is located to the left of the ignition switch. Push until the engine starts, but no longer than 30 seconds. CAUTION: HEARING PROTECTION REQUIRED. 12. As the engine warms up, open the choke. 13. Check the nozzle tip air pressure indicated, or remote control panel air pressure gauge. Pressure should read 75-85 psi.
17. Set the flow rate. Remove the white cover off the pump assembly box. Set the blue pump pointer to the desired flow rate in ounces per minute. CAUTION: You must check the flow rate by collecting the fluid from the pesticide line at the nozzle/solenoid connection for one or two minutes. Readjust the flow on pump metering pointer. NOTE: Engine must be running to operate the belt driver pump. SPRAY OPERATING PROCEDURES 18. Turn on spray by moving flow control toggle switch to the ON position. 19.
24. Flush by removing the pesticide line at the top of the pesticide tank. Slide back the tightening nut. Insert the line into a container of flushing solvent. Flush the entire system for one or two minutes through the filter, pump and nozzle. It is necessary to start the engine and turn on the pump. Run until flushing solvent has permeated the system, then turn off pump switch. 25. When possible, wash or steam off exterior of machine as necessary and store under suitable cover.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE LONDON FOG MEDIUM AIR GENERATOR (MAG) ULV SPRAYER Fig. 62. London Fog MAG ULV truck-mounted sprayer. The London Fog MAG (Fig. 62) is an ULV aerosol generator, ideal for controlling insects and mosquitoes in a medium-sized indoor or outdoor area. This unit features an orifice disc flow control system that allows fixed rate flow control. It is constructed of all metal, and is equipped with wear-resistant nozzle.
1/2 gallon gas fuel tank, 2 gallon formulation container and weighs 85 pounds. A. Source: London Fog Company, 505 Brimhall Ave., Long Lake, MN 55356 (612) 473-5366, FAX: (612) 473-5302. B. Specifications: • • • • • • • • • • • • Type: Wheel or skid mounted; non-thermal, ultra low volume (ULV) cold fog aerosol generator. Engine: 3 HP, 4 Cycle, Recoil Start Briggs and Stratton gasoline. Fuel consumption- regular or no lead automotive- 0.24 gal/hr (0.9 liter/hr).
TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations, REMEMBER, you should not conduct ULV operations in the rain or in strong winds. B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion has occurred when the air temperature at six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature. (This situation usually occurs in the early morning and late evening hours). C.
4. Close the choke located at front of engine. Move lever to choke position (right). 5. Move the throttle control to fast position (right). Remove engine air filter cover to check the air filter, also check choke operation. 6. Connect the electrical power supply (remote control unit). Electrical power is required to operate the solenoid valve that controls the pesticide flow. Ensure the remote is in the off position before connecting to a 12-volt battery (12 volt battery should only be used).
SPRAY OPERATING PROCEDURES 9. Put on required PPE. 10. Fill the pesticide tank with the required amount of pesticide. Replace the tank cap, ensuring that the oring is in place. 11. Ensure the pesticide remote control valve is off or the manual valve at the spray nozzle is closed. 12. Restart engine and allow it to warm up. Set throttle to achieve the desired air pressure (normally 60-90 PSI). 13. Check for improper air pressure. Air pressure is factory set with throttle control in FAST position.
15. Air pressure to the spray head should be 60-90 psi as indicated by the green area of the air pressure gauge. FLOW RATES 16. Rate of formulation is controlled by a metering orifice located in the fitting at the top of the formulation tank. Additional fittings are located in a small compartment on the base of the frame behind the formulation tank. 17. Orifice disk system-The orifice disc should be placed inside the filter/orifice chamber, which is located in the outlet of the formulation tank. 18.
21. Remove the pick up tube from the formulation tank. 22. Disconnect the white nylon nut and fluid line from the nylon elbow fitting attached to the filter/orifice chamber Use two 13/16” wrenches (one to hold the tank fitting and the other to unscrew filter/orifice chamber nut). Remove the orifice disc and filter screen and install in the calibration pickup tube assembly (supplied with the machine). Place an orifice disc in line #39, 4 oz minute. 23.
28. Close the chemical control valve to stop the flow of pesticide (toggle switch or manual valve). 29. Let engine run until all chemicals are expelled from the nozzle (30 seconds). 30. Use the STOP switch at the throttle control on engine below the air filter to stop the engine. 31. Always flush out entire system through the nozzle. IAW manual, use soap and water, and dry the inside of the tank with rags, - or air dry. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 32. Daily (or Before Every Use) a.
d. Insecticide/Air Discharge Nozzle-Check to see that knurled nozzle ring is finger tight and that the fluid nozzle hex is tightened properly so that the nozzle seats are tight against the Teflon gasket and nozzle body. Check for air leaks at Teflon gasket with air pump running but insecticide flow turned off. e. Nozzle Operating Air Pressure - Check that pressure to spray head (60-90 psi) as measured by air pressure gauge on the gauge panel. f.
a. Perform all daily and 25 hours maintenance functions plus change engine spark plug (Champion CJ-8 or equivalent, gap 0.030”).
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE MICROGEN ED2-20A ULV SPRAYER TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations, REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion has occurred when the air temperature at six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature.
4. Check the blower oil level. Add 40W non-detergent oil. 5. Check the battery water level. Add to the proper level. 6. Ensure that the sprayer battery cables are clean and tightly connected. 7. Check the belt tension by pressing down on the belt between the engine and the compressor with your finger. A properly maintained belt should deflect between 1/2 and 3/4 inches. NEVER ATTEMPT TO CHECK THE BELTS WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. 8.
13. Turn the 4way fluid control valve, located on the control module, to the "OFF" position. 14. Put on all personal protective gear. 15. Add the calculated amount of pesticide to the pesticide tank (REMEMBER, ULV/ULD MACHINES USE ONLY CONCENTRATED LIQUIDS). STARTING PROCEDURES 16. Set the throttle switch on the instrument panel to the "IDLE" position and flip the toggle switch, located under the gasoline tank, to the "ON" position. 17.
OPERATING PROCEDURES 20. Turn the 4-way valve on the control module to the "PESTICIDE" position. 21. Check the blower pressure gauge. If the gauge does not read between 4.5 and 6.0 psi, then adjust the engine speed by turning the throttle set screw, located on the carburetor. 22. YOU ARE NOW READY FOR A ULV APPLICATION 23. Turn on the pump at the instrument panel. 24. Calibrate the machine.
28. When there are to be longer delays in operations, FIRST turn off the pump and then switch the throttle control on the instrument panel down to "IDLE". TERMINATING PROCEDURES 29. After completing your spray operation, turn the 4way valve on the control module to "FLUSHING". 30. Resume operations at full engine speed and reset the "LED" readout to 10-ounces/minute, flow rate. Run the machine for a minimum of 2 minutes. 31. Turn the pump switch, on the instrument panel to "Off". 32.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE MICROGEN (G-9HD) ULV SPRAYER (NSN: 3740-01-083-3570) TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations. REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NEVER CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion.
3. Check the engine oil level with the dipstick, located on the rear of the engine. Add 30W oil as needed. Complete oil change requires approx. 1.5 quarts of oil. 4. Check the blower oil level using sight glasses located below the nozzles. Add 40W non-detergent oil as needed. 5. Check the battery water level. Add to the proper level according to manufacturer's specification. For "maintenance free" batteries, check indicator light. 6.
10. Close the choke located underneath the air filter. (Omit this step if the engine is already warm.) 11. First, all switches on the instrument panel should be in the "OFF" position. Then, connect the multipronged connector to the digital flow instrument panel. 12. Turn the 4-way fluid control valve, located on the control module, to the "OFF" position. 13. Put on all personal protective gear. 14.
STARTING PROCEDURES 17. Set the throttle switch on the instrument panel to the "IDLE" position and flip the toggle switch, located on the right side of the engine, to the "ON" position. If engine fails to start, ensure sparkplug gap is .030 thousandths of an inch. Spark plug should be resistor type, Briggs & Straton Part# 802592 or champion spark plug RJ19LM. 18. Turn engine switch, located on top of the engine, to the "ON" position.
24. Turn on the pump at the instrument panel. 25. Adjust the pesticide flow rate as recommended on the pesticide label by dialing the recommended ounces per minute onto the LED readout on the instrument panel. Monitor the setting throughout the operation. 26. The rate of speed during the spray operation is generally 5 or 10 mph. The correct speed for each type of pesticide specified on the pesticide label. 27. When stopping for a short period of time, turn off the pump at the instrument panel. 28.
32. Run the engine at "IDLE" for 5 minutes for every hour of actual spraying time. This helps to prevent damage to the engine. NOTE: After proper idle time, turn off the electric fuel pump. 33. Close the gasoline valve located at the carburetor and let engine run on "IDLE" until it runs out of gas. 34. Turn the throttle control switch on the instrument panel from "IDLE" to "OFF". Turn the engine switch to the "OFF" position.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION, AND USE OF THE PESTICIDE AERIAL CARGO UNIT (PACU-9) ONBOARD A UH-1, UH-3 OR BLACKHAWK HELICOPTER (NSN: 3740-01-206-9614) (Note: NSN for reference only, cancelled w/o replacement) CONSIDERATIONS DURING PACU-9 AERIAL OPERATIONS A. ALTITUDE/NORMAL SWATH WIDTH COMBINATIONS: Under ideal conditions, a helicopter flying at 100 feet "Above Ground Level" (AGL) gives a 400 foot swath; 150 feet AGL gives a 500 foot swath for most operations".
D. ASSEMBLY: The PACU-9 is normally stored and transported in the manufacturer's crates. One crate contains the boom braces and attached nozzles, while the second contains the pesticide tank assembly. There are three basic steps involved in assembling the PACU-9: • • • Boom Attachment Unit Installation Electrical Connections. UNIT ASSEMBLY: ATTACHMENT OF BOOM TO PESTICIDE TANK 1. This procedure assumes that the required braces have not YET been properly adjusted. 2. Level the cradle. 3.
7. Attach the three braces to the pesticide tank cradle fittings. 8. Each support assembly is furnished with left and right-hand threaded fittings for ease of rigging. Using a level on the boom, adjust the upper support assembly to bring it to a horizontal position. Adjust the remaining supports so the boom will extend straight out (90 degrees) from the side of the cradle. All support assemblies and the boom assembly should be straight and rigid. 9.
13. Install the floor fasteners to the tie down sites and push the sleeves to their lowest setting. Depending on the make and model of the helicopter, generally only 4 tie-down sites will line up properly. 14. Place the pesticide tank into the aircraft over the tie-down fittings. For ease of handling, three people are required to lift the assembly. DO NOT USE THE BOOM TO LIFT OR MOVE THE UNIT OR IT MAY BECOME PERMANENTLY BENT AND MISALIGNED. 15. Secure the pesticide tank to the tie down fittings. 16.
door, just above the bottom door channel and through the access hole leading into the power distribution (relay) compartment (UNLESS A BLANKET CORD END HAS ALREADY BEEN INSTALLED ON THE POWER CORD, WHICH PLUGS INTO THE CEILING IN FRONT OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT). (3) Attach the positive lead (the larger terminal) to the reverse current relay bus on either terminal. (4) The ground lead for the unit is attached to the terminal that is provided for the main ground leads (designated K584N) in the aircraft.
THE REMAINING ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ARE ESSENTIALLY IDENTICAL FOR EACH AIRCRAFT 19. The ground terminal may be secured on the aft cabin wall equipment tie down bracket located directly behind the tank (A separate equipment ground lead has been provided for the unit). 20. Connect the power and ground cables to the appropriate cannon plugs on the tank cradle. 21. Connect the control cable to the proper receptacle on the tank cradle. 22.
PACU-9 PRE-FLIGHT PROCEDURES 24. Install the PACU-9 unit according to the above instructions. 25. HAND-check all lines and connections for tightness and leaks. 26. Load a funnel and two empty 5gallon cans (with one spout or funnel) for backup to the pump. 27. Have two separate containers of flushing solution with 2-3 gallons in each. 28.
during the flight operation. For most operations, no more than 30 gallons of pesticide will be required for any one spray flight. At normal dispersal rates and flight procedures, this corresponds to 1.0 - 1.5 hours of flying time. 32. Ensure that the provided overflow line on the tank extends outside of the aircraft and is secured to the boom. 33. After pumping the pesticide into the tank, clean the pump by pumping flushing solution through it and into the tank. 34.
between spraying runs, check each nozzle to determine if any leakage occurs. Should difficulty occur in any of these areas (i.e., full flow or shutoff), consult the operator's manual. 39. Calibrate the system. Make sure to adjust the psi to obtain the desired rate of flow. The nozzle tips should be no larger than TeeJet 8006's. 40. Attend the flight briefing if one is scheduled. If not, ensure that the pilots and crew are familiar with the mission, what is to be accomplished, altitude, speed, etc. 41.
45. Shutoff the unit and secure for landing. POST FLIGHT PROCEDURES 46. After the aircraft is secured, remove the unit. Remember to not lift the unit by the boom. 47. Wash the exterior of the unit and allow it to dry. 48. Place the flagging back on the boom. 49. Remove and clean the nozzles and filter screens and reinstall. 50. Remove and clean the inline filter, located below the pesticide tank, and then reinstall it. 51.
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PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE ACME CYANOGAS FOOT PUMP MODEL 50 SETUP PROCEDURES 1. Lift the bottom tabs of the cap spring and remove the piston assembly from the cylinder. TILT THE PISTON ASSEMBLY AT THE TOP SO IT CAN CLEAR THE CARRYING LOOP NUT. 2. Remove any dust and dirt and then run an oily cloth (any light type of oil will do) through the cylinder and work some oil into the leather piston cup with your fingers to keep it soft and pliable.
7. 8. 9. Switch the cut off lever to the "air" position (the lever should be PARALLEL to the ground). In this position, the pump will force only a current of air. Put on all of your protective gear. Add the pesticide to the container and screw it back onto the unit. OPERATING PROCEDURES 10. PRIOR TO APPLICATION, MAKE SURE THAT YOU ARE UPWIND OF THE SPRAY AREA. 11. Place the nozzle into the area to be sprayed. 12. Turn the cut off lever to the dust position (perpendicular). 13.
TERMINATING PROCEDURES 14. Empty any remaining material from the dust container into the original container. 15. Clean out the dust container and operate the pump several times to clear out any remaining pesticide. 16. Store the unit in a dry place.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE BEECO WHISPERMIST XL MODEL 200 ULV SPRAYER TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations, REMEMBER, YOU SHOULDNOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATiONS IN THERAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion has occurred when the air temperature at six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature.
OPERATING THE UNIT FROM A VEHICLE 3. a. Ensure that the vehicle's alternator rates between 30-50 amperes (amps). This ensures that the sprayer will maintain a constant speed. b. Tie the unit's cable lead to the battery using #10 wire. c. Ensure that a 25 - 30 amp fuse is connected to the "hot" line to prevent any possible damage to the vehicle or battery. d. Connect the cable to the battery (positive pole first). OPERATING THE UNIT DIRECTLY FROM A BATTERY 4. a.
the optional 5-gallon pesticide tank. In that case, pour the pesticide into the tank.) 8. Ensure that all electrical connections are tight and fit properly. OPERATING PROCEDURES 9. Calibrate the system. (To adjust the flow rate, remove the control module panel, and then gently twist the blue dial, located under the pump, either up or down. 10. NEVER OPERATE THE UNIT WHEN IT IS STATIONARY OR MOVING BACKWARDS OR THE SPRAYHEAD WILL BECOME CONTAMINATED WITH PESTICIDE. 11.
TERMINATING PROCEDURES 14. Turn off the pump switch and allow the remaining pesticide in the sleeve to be expelled. 15. Cut off the SL/BL and then the master switch. 16. IN AN EMERGENCY, THE SPRAY OPERATION CAN BE STOPPED IMMEDIATELY BY TURNING OFF THE MASTER SWITCH FIRST. 17. Flush the system by turning on the flush switch on the control panel and run the system for at least one minute. 18. Turn off the flush switch and wipe the spray head motor shaft with some additional flushing solution.
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE MICROGEN HCS1-2AA TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS FOR ULV APPLICATIONS A. Check the weather conditions expected during the spray operations. REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD NOT CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS. B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion has occurred when the air temperature at six feet above the ground is at least one degree warmer than the ground temperature.
3. Unscrew the pesticide container, located at the base of the nozzle, and pour in the ULV/ULD concentrate. 4. Screw the container back onto the unit. 5. Ensure that the metering stem is in a horizontal position (The holes in the stem should be parallel with the ground). When the stem is in this position, the pesticide flow is off. 6. Open the gasoline cutoff valve located underneath the gasoline tank. 7. Close the choke, located on the side of the carburetor, by pushing the lever down.
12. Put the unit's shoulder strap on your RIGHT shoulder. 13. Select the desired flow rate and push the stem until the correct aperture is in line with the pesticide discharge tube (the holes should be pointing to the ground). As soon as you turn the stem down, pesticide will be expelled. Make sure you have the nozzle pointed in the desired direction. A chart, depicting the various apertures' flow rates, is located on the machine's pesticide container. 14.
20. Turn off the gasoline cut off valve underneath the gasoline tank. 21. Store the unit in a clean, dry area.
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PERFORMANCE CHECK LIST FOR THE AG- SPRAYER MODEL AG-25 SPEL 25-GALLON HYDRAULIC SPRAYER (NSN- 370-01-454-1981) SETUP PROCEDURES 1. This sprayer runs on a 12-volt system ONLY: ATVBEECO PRO-MIST Deep cell, HUMVEE battery (battery located on left side). Use a multi-meter to be sure of 12-volt system. 2.
5. Put on all Personal Protective Gear. 6. Add half of the required diluent to the tank. Calculate the amount of pesticide needed and add to the spray tank. When using a wettable powder, turn on the pump and turn the black valve handle so that it is “inline” with the tubing, in order to aid in mixing. Hydraulic sprayers use Emulsions, Suspensions and Solutions ONLY. After mixing, add the remainder of the diluent. Let the pesticide mix well before spraying. NOTE: 4 oz.
This should be done at the spray operation site if possible. 10. After using soapy water, rinse out the system with clean water. Wash the exterior tank, hose, and nozzle assembly. Let the sprayer air dry before storing.
PERFORMANCE CHECK LIST FOR THE HONDA ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE (ATV) Fig. 63. Honda All Terrain Vehicle (ATV).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR THE HONDA ATV (Fig. 61) 1. Never carry passengers. 2. Off-road use only. Never use on any paved surface. 3. Helmet use is mandatory. 4. No drug or alcohol use before or during operation of ATV. 5. Never operate at excessive speed. Always go at a speed that is proper for the operating conditions (terrain, visibility, and operators experience) 6. Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts. 7.
11. Never operate on hills too steep for the ATV or your abilities. Shift weight forward when traveling up hill and sit back when traveling down hill. 12. Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes. 13. Never go over the top of any hill at high speed. 14. Avoid going down hill at an angle; go straight down the hill when possible. 15. Never operate in fast moving water or in water more than ten inches deep (tires may float causing loss of traction).
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION 19. Engine oil - dipstick is located on the right rear of engine (When possible, place vehicle on a clean piece of cardboard to check for fluid leaks). 20. Gasoline - Check gas level (4-cycle engine). Fill if needed with unleaded gas (86 octane rating or higher) use a nozzle with screen filter or screened funnel when refueling. Avoid spills or overfilling. 21. Brakes - Check brake fluid view port on master cylinder located on right handle bar. Sight glass should be full.
located center of slide. “Off” position located on right or left side of “Run” position. 26. Drive shaft boots - Check drive shaft boots for wear and tear. Insure clamps are installed. Front four (located front drive axles) rear – one (located left rear of engine) 27. Nuts, bolts, and fasteners - Check for loose nuts, bolts, and fasteners (i.e., wheel lug nuts, shock absorbers, cargo racks, etc.) 28. Steering - check for proper side-to-side operation. 29.
33. Battery - Check 12-volt battery located under seat behind air cleaner case. Remove screws from green cover. This should be a maintenance free battery. Make sure all terminals are tight and clean. Caution: if you have to work on the battery or terminals, all rings and watches should be removed. There are two buss-type auto fuses located in the black rubber waterproof case at the front of the battery. 34.
39. Position the engine stop switch to the (center) run position. 40. Set the choke lever to the halfway position. 41. Depress engine start button (located next to choke) caution do not depress longer than 5 seconds or damage to starter may result. 42. As engine warms up shut off choke. 43. This vehicle is equipped with a 12 volt “warn” winch mounted under the front end. Control lever is located on left front fender below left handle bar.
