Agri-Fab 45-02931 User Manual

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Agri-Fab

OWNERS

MANUAL

Model No.

45-02931

CAUTION:

Read Rules for

Safe Operation

and Instructions

Carefully

25 GALLON "PRO"

TOW SPRAYER

Assembly Operation Maintenance Repair Parts

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PRINTED IN USA

FORM NO. 48303 (REV. 8/03)

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the equipment. Exercise caution at all times when operating equipment.

1. Read this owners manual carefully before attempting to assemble or operate this sprayer.

2. Read your vehicle owners manual for operating and safety rules before using this equipment.

3. Never allow children to operate this sprayer, and do not allow adults to operate without proper instructions.

4. Do not allow anyone to ride on or sit on this sprayer. Do not allow passengers on the towing vehicle.

5. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children. Also keep area clear of pets.

6. Read the chemical label carefully for instructions and caution notes on handling and mixing of chemicals.

7. Wear eye and hand protection and wear protective clothing when handling and applying lawn chemicals.

8. Do not spray on windy days.

9. Attachment of this sprayer may affect your tractor's braking and stability. Be aware of your tractor's capabilities. Refer to the safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual concerning safe operation on slopes. Be aware of changing conditions on slopes. STAY OFF OF STEEP SLOPES.

10. Operate at reduced speed on rough terrain, along ditches and on hillsides to prevent loss of control.

11. Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as outlined in this manual.

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS -- ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

Your sprayer carton contains parts as shown in figure 1. The hardware package contains parts as shown in figure

2. Identify all parts and layout as shown in figures 1 and 2.

CARTON CONTENTS

LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON

1. Lid

2. Tank

3. Return/Bypass Hose (may be assembled to tank)

4. Boom Assembly

5. Boom Mount Bracket

6. Spray Gun Assembly

7. Axle

8. Hitch Arms (2)

9. Hitch Brackets (2)

10. Wheels (2)

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SHOWN FULL SIZE

NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE

40 60

100

HARDWARE PACKAGE - FULL SIZE

KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION

A 8 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2" B 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-1/4" C 2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1-1/4" D 2 Screw, #10 x 1/2" E 14 Hex Nut, 5/16" F 2 Flat Washer, 5/16" G 4 Flat Washer, 3/4" H 2 Lock Washer, #10

I 2 Washer, 5/16" Tooth Lock

J 1 Hitch Pin K 1 Hair Cotter Pin L 2 Cotter Pin

KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION

N 2 Knob O 1 Spray Gun Clip, Small P 1 Spray Gun Clip, Large Q 1 Pressure Gauge R 2 Spacer S 1 Hose Clamp, 1/4" T 2 Gasket, 3/4" Garden Hose

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

(2) 1/2" Wrenches (1) Screwdriver (1) Pliers (1) Hammer

6. Assemble a hitch arm to the inside of a frame tube underneath the tank. Use two 5/16" x 2" hex bolts and 5/16" hex nuts as shown in figure 3. Do not tighten yet. Repeat for other side.

1. Remove all items from carton and lay out as shown on pages 2 and 3.

2. Assemble the axle clamps and four 5/16" hex nuts to the factory installed bolts in the frame tubes. Do

not tighten yet. See figure 1.

FACTORY INSTALLED BOLT

AXLE CLAMP

5/16" HEX NUT

FIGURE 1

3. Slide the axle through the two axle brackets. See figure 2.

4. Assemble a spacer, a 3/4" washer, a wheel (valve stem facing out) and another 3/4" washer onto the axle. Assemble a cotter pin through the end of the axle. Repeat on other end. See figure 2.

5. Tighten the four nuts which fasten the axle clamps to the frame tubes. Refer back to figure 1.

5/16" HEX NUT

5/16" x 2" HEX BOLT

HITCH ARM

FIGURE 3

7. Fasten the ends of the hitch arms together using two

5/16" x 1-1/4" hex bolts and 5/16" hex nuts. Do not tighten yet. See figure 4.

8. Assemble the hitch brackets to the hitch arms using two 5/16" x 2" hex bolts and 5/16" hex nuts. Position each bolt behind a cross bolt in the hitch arms. Do

not tighten yet. See figure 4.

5/16" x 2" HEX BOLT

5/16" HEX NUT

1/8" x 1-1/2" COTTER PIN

FIGURE 2

3/4" WASHER

SPACER

5/16" x 1-1/4" HEX BOLT

5/16" HEX NUT

FIGURE 4

9. At this time tighten all bolts starting with the bolts in figure 3, then the bolts in figure 4.

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10. Assemble the boom mount bracket to the rear of

SPRAY GUN CLIP (LARGE)

SPRAY GUN CLIP (SMALL)

#10 x 1/2" SCREW

#10 LOCK WASHER

the frame tubes using two 5/16" x 2" hex bolts and 5/16" hex nuts. See figure 5.

5/16" HEX NUT 5/16" x 2" HEX BOLT

FIGURE 5 REAR VIEW

12. Assemble the large and small spray gun clips to the side of the tank using two #10 x 1/2" screws and #10 lock washers. See figure 7.

11. Assemble the boom bars to the boom mount bracket using two 5/16" x 1-1/4" carriage bolts, tooth lock washers (between the bar and bracket), 5/16" flat washers and knobs. The boom connecting hose should extend upward. See figure 6.

NOTE: Make sure the nozzles are adjusted so that

the openings face straight down when the boom bar is in the horizontal operating position.

BOOM CONNECTING HOSE



5/16" FLAT WASHER

KNOB

WASHER (TOOTH LOCK)

FIGURE 7

BOOM BAR

FIGURE 6

CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16" x 1-1/4"

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13. Insert a garden hose gasket into the swivel nut on

PLUG

NEGATIVE PIN

12 VOLT TRACTOR BATTERY

POSITIVE

"HOT"

POST

NEGATIVE POST

BROWN

PUMP SWITCH

RED

QUICK COUPLER

BATTERY

RED

BROWN

the bypass/return hose. Screw the nut onto the upper outlet of the "Y" valve fitting. Place the other end of the hose down through the hole at the rear of the tank. See figure 8.

14. Insert a garden hose gasket into the swivel nut on the boom connecting hose. Screw the nut onto the lower outlet of the "Y" valve fitting. See figure 8.

15. Slide the 1/4" hose clamp onto the spray gun hose. Push the hose onto the hose adapter on the side of the "T" fitting as shown in figure 8. Tighten the clamp around the hose and the adapter. Wrap the hose around the tank and snap the spray gun into the clips on the side of the tank.

16. Carefully screw the pressure gauge into the top of the "T" fitting. See figure 8.

17. Attach the sprayer to the tractor hitch and connect the wiring to the tractor battery. The red wire must be connected to the positive post on the battery or to the "HOT" connection on a tractor switch or ammeter. The brown wire may be grounded or connected to the negative battery post. See figures 9 and 10.

IMPORTANT: This sprayer should be connected to 12

volt batteries only!

FIGURE 9

SPRAY GUN HOSE

FIGURE 8

BYPASS/RETURN HOSE

1/4" HOSE CLAMP

PRESSURE GAUGE

BOOM CONNECTING HOSE

NEVER ALLOW NEGATIVE PIN ON PLUG TO COME IN CONTACT WITH POSITIVE "HOT" POST ON BATTERY. FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT!

GARDEN HOSE GASKET

FIGURE 10

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OPERATION

80"

40"

14"

BEFORE STARTING It is important to test the boom and spray gun with

plain water before using chemicals. This will enable you to check the sprayer for leaks and to set the spray pattern and nozzle pressure. If a leak should occur, thread tape may be used to better seal the fitting.

PUMP PRESSURE SWITCH

The pump is equipped with a pressure switch. The pressure switch senses outlet pressure of the pump and will turn off the electrical power to the pump at a predetermined high pressure point (60 PSI). If the flow demand is very low, the pump may reach this high pressure point and the switch will cause "cycling" (the pump cycles on and off rapidly). This is not a problem unless the pump is subject to continuous cycling within one second intervals for long periods of time.

ADJUSTING OPERATING PRESSURE

The sprayer is equipped with a "Y" fitting containing a bypass valve and a boom valve. The bypass valve controls the flow to the return (bypass) hose. The amount of flow through the return hose determines the operating pressure when the boom or the spray gun is in use. Adjust the bypass valve while either the boom or the spray gun is in use to obtain the desired pressure, indicated by the pressure gauge. The tip chart on page 9 shows how different pressure settings affect boom application rates.

ON-OFF ADJUSTMENT OF BOOM NOZZLES

The boom valve on the "Y" fitting controls flow to the boom nozzles. It should be either completely open or completely closed. The boom operating pressure can be controlled using the bypass valve on the "Y" fitting.

ADJUSTING SPRAY GUN NOZZLE

Turn the nozzle on the spray gun to adjust the spray from a cone shaped fine mist to a straight stream. Control the spray gun operating pressure with the bypass valve on the "Y" fitting. Maximum spray gun pressure can be attained when the boom is shut off.

SETTING THE BOOM FOR SPRAYING

The correct positioning of the boom places the nozzles approximately 40" apart and 14" above the ground. This gives a spray width of approximately 80" with a slight center overlap. See figure 11.

a. Slide the boom bars out to the ends of the

slots.

b. Swivel the boom bars until the nozzles are

approximately 14" above the ground.

c. Make sure the nozzles are adjusted so that the

openings point straight down.

USING THE SPRAYER

1. Determine the application rate (gallons per 1,000 sq. feet or gallons per acre) based on the chemical manufacturers recommendations. Use this rate to help select the pressure setting and tractor speed in the following instructions.

2. Determine the approximate square footage of the area to be sprayed and estimate the number of gallons required. This can help avoid unneeded solution left in the tank.

3. Determine the appropriate speed at which to travel, based on the chosen pressure setting and the recommended application rate. Use the tip chart on page 9.

4. To determine the throttle setting for attaining the appropriate speed, mark off 100, 200 and 300 feet intervals. The speed chart at the bottom of page 9 indicates the number of seconds it takes to travel these distances. Set the throttle and, with a running start, travel the distances in the number of seconds indicated by the speed chart. Once you have determined the throttle and gear settings needed, mark the throttle location so that you can easily resume the same speed after stopping.

6. Set the operating pressure. Spray with plain water to help determine the best setting. For best results stay in the 20 to 30 PSI range. (At 10 PSI the spray pattern begins to break up, at 40 PSI some drift develops.) Refer to the tip chart on page 9.

7. Add the chemical solution to the tank, following the product instructions.

8. Drive to the starting place for spraying. Set the boom in position for spraying. Set the throttle at the position determined in step 4. Reach back and flip the pump/motor switch "ON" to start spraying.

9. Stay clear of flowers, shrubs and evergreen trees when spraying weed control solutions to prevent contact of the solution with these sensitive plants.

CAUTION: WEAR EYE PROTECTION, GLOVES AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING WHEN HANDLING AND WORKING WITH LAWN CHEMICALS.

FIGURE 11

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MAINTENANCE

1. Do not store sprayer with any solution left in tank.

2. Periodically clean the strainer in the end of the intake hose at the bottom of the tank. Remove the nylon swivel nut from the hose, pull out the screen and flush it with clear water.

3. Periodically clean the strainers in the boom nozzles. Remove the nozzle, pull out the screen and flush it with clear water.

AFTER EACH USE

4. After use, fill the sprayer part way with water, start the sprayer and allow clear water to be pumped through the plumbing system and out through the boom assembly and the handgun. Use the handgun to thoroughly wash all internal parts of the tank, the outside of the tank and the boom.

5. Refill the tank about half full with plain water and a chemical neutralizer and repeat the cleaning instructions above. Flush the entire sprayer with the neutralizing agent. Follow the chemical manufacturers instructions for disposal of all wash or rinsing water.

ATTENTION!

Do not allow chemicals to sit in pump for

extended times of idleness. Some chemicals will damage the pump valve if allowed to soak untreated for a length of time. Always flush the pump with water after each use. Follow the procedures in the AFTER EACH USE instructions for flushing and disposal.

WINTER STORAGE

6. Drain all water out of the sprayer, paying special attention to the pump and handgun. These items are especially prone to damage from chemicals and freezing weather.

7. The sprayer should be winterized before storage by pumping a 50-50 solution of water and R. V. antifreeze through the entire plumbing. Proper care and maintenance will prolong the life of the sprayer.

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U.S. GALLON TIP CHART

Tip Spray Pressure Tip Capacity GALLONS PER ACRE (BASED ON WATER)

No. Height PSI US Gallons

Inches Per Minute 1 MPH 2 MPH 3 MPH 4 MPH 5 MPH 7.5 MPH 10 MPH

10 .30 44.2 22.1 14.8 11.1 8.9 5.9 4.4

#3 13" 20 .42 63 31.5 20.9 15.7 12.6 8.4 6.3

30 .52 76.8 38.4 25.8 19.3 15.4 10.3 7.7

Tip Spray Pressure Tip Capacity GALLONS PER 1000 SQ. FT. (BASED ON WATER)

No. Height PSI US Gallons

Inches Per Minute 1 MPH 2 MPH 3 MPH 4 MPH 5 MPH 7.5 MPH 10 MPH

10 .30 1.0 0.50 0.34 0.26 0.20 0.14 0.10

#3 13" 20 .42 1.4 0.72 0.48 0.35 0.29 0.19 0.14

30 .52 1.8 0.88 0.59 0.44 0.35 0.24 0.18

IMPERIAL GALLON (LITER) TIP CHART

Tip Spray Pressure Tip Capacity

No. Height PSI Imperial Gallons

Inches (Bar) per minute 1 MPH 2 MPH 3 MPH 4 MPH 5 MPH 7.5 MPH 10 MPH

(mm) (liters per minute) 1.6 K/H 3.2 K/H 4.8 K/H 6.4 K/H 8 K/H 12 K/H 16 K/H

10 .25 36.8 18.4 12.3 9.2 7.4 4.9 3.7

(0.7) (1.135) (167.3) (83.6) (56.0) (42.0) (33.7) (22.3) (16.7)

#3 13" 20 .35 52.5 26.2 17.4 13.1 10.5 7.0 5.2

(330 mm) (1.4) (1.59) (238.5) (119.2) (79.1) (59.4) (47.7) (31.8) (23.8)

30 .433 64.0 32.0 21.5 16.1 12.8 8.6 6.4

(2.1) (1.97) (290.7) (145.3) (97.7) (73.1) (58.3) (39.0) (29.1)

Tip Spray Pressure Tip Capacity

No. Height PSI Imperial Gallons

Inches (Bar) per minute 1 MPH 2 MPH 3 MPH 4 MPH 5 MPH 7.5 MPH 10 MPH

(mm) (liters per minute) 1.6 K/H 3.2 K/H 4.8 K/H 6.4 K/H 8 K/H 12 K/H 16 K/H

10 .25 0.85 0.42 0.28 0.21 0.17 0.11 0.08

(0.7) (1.135) (3.85) (1.92) (1.29) (0.97) (0.77) (0.51) (0.38)

#3 13" 20 .35 1.21 0.60 0.40 0.30 0.24 0.16 0.12

(330 mm) (1.4) (1.59) (5.48) (2.74) (1.82) (1.37) (1.10) (0.73) (0.55)

30 .433 1.47 0.74 0.49 0.37 0.29 0.20 0.15

(2.1) (1.97) (6.68) (3.34) (2.24) (1.68) (1.34) (0.90) (0.67)

IMPERIAL GALLONS (Liters) PER ACRE (BASED ON WATER)

IMPERIAL GALLONS (Liters) PER 1000 SQ. FT. (BASED ON WATER)

GROUND SPEED CHART

M.P.H. (K/H) Time Required in Seconds to

Travel a Distance of:

100 ft (30.5 M) 200 ft (61 M) 300 ft (91.5 M)

1.0 (1.6) 68 136 205

2.0 (3.2) 34 68 102

3.0 (4.8) 23 45 68

4.0 (6.4) 17 34 51

5.0 (8.0) 14 27 41

6.0 (9.7) 11 23 34

7.0 (11.3) 9.7 19 29

8.0 (12.9) 8.5 17 26

9.0 (14.5) 7.6 15 23

10.0 (16.1) 6.8 14 20

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REPAIR PARTS FOR 25 GALLON SPRAYER MODEL 45-02931

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REPAIR PARTS LIST FOR 25 GALLON SPRAYER MODEL 45-02931

REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

1 46283 1 Tank (25 Gal.) 2 45015 1 Pump and Motor 3 46278 1 Hose, 1/2" ID (24" Lg.) 4 45021 1 Hose, 1/2" ID (20" Lg) 5 45024 1 Strainer, Cap Type 1" 6 45031 1 Adapter, 1/2" NPT x Hose 7 45032 3 Nut, Swivel 3/4" Garden Hose 8 45033 1 Hose Barb, 1/2"

9 45069 4 Screw, Ph. Pan Hd. 10-24 x 1" Lg. 10 43910 4 Washer, Flat #10 SAE 11 45084 1 Switch, On - Off 12 45082 1 Boot, Rubber Switch 13 45080 1 Plate, On - Off Switch 14 45048 1 Nut, Hex 15/32-32 Thd. 15 45087 1 Bushing, Strain Relief 16 45085 1 Terminal, .25 Male Tab (not shown) 17 45086 1 Terminal, .25 Female Tab (not shown) 18 23889 1 Bracket, Switch Mounting 19 46276 1 Adapter, 3/4" GH x 1/2" Barb 20 46277 1 Elbow, 3/8 NPT x 1/2" Barb 21 45025 2 Clamp, 1/2" Hose 22 45018 1 Connector with Wire 23 45049 1 Nipple, (Nylon) 1/2" x 3/8" Red. 24 45050 1 Tee, 1/2" x 1/2" x 1/2" (1/4" Port) 25 47406 1 Spray Gun 26 47393 1 Hose, 1/4" ID (12' 6" Lg) 27 45026 6 Clamp, 3/8" Hose 28 45034 1 Hose Barb, 3/8" 29 48296 2 Frame Tube 30 24860 1 Hitch Arm 31 23014 2 Hitch Bracket 32 23917 2 Clamp, 3/4" Axle 33 24615 1 Axle, 3/4" 34 44456 2 Wheel 35 46700 1 Lid 36 24122 2 Boom Bar 37 24585 1 Bracket, Boom Mount 38 47394 1 Tee, Plastic 3/8" Hose 39 45028 2 Nozzle, SS Floodjet

REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

40 45029 2 Strainer, Screen Type 41 45037 2 Nut, Screen Body 42 47396 2 Elbow, Plastic 11/16" Thd. 43 726-0178 2 Nylon Tie 44 44180 8 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 2" 45 43840 2 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" 46 46980 14 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (SEMS) 47 44947 4 Bolt, Curved Head 5/16-18 x 1-5/8" 48 43086 4 Lock Washer, 5/16" 49 43343 1 Pin, Hair Cotter #4 (1/8") 50 43009 4 Washer, 3/4" 51 43093 2 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2" 52 47623 1 Hitch Pin 53 45180 1 Hose Clip, Small 54 736-0722 2 Lock Washer, #10 55 44695 4 Washer, Bowed 56 45040 2 Screw, Phillips Hd. #10-24 x 1/2" 57 43081 2 Washer, 5/16" Std. Wrt. 58 45151 2 Spacer 59 45017 1 Hose "Y" W / Valves 3/4" 60 45071 1 Gauge, Pressure 2" 100 PSI 61 45072 3 Gasket, 3/4" Garden Hose 62 48043 4 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-5/8" 63 712-0421 2 Knob 64 43682 2 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" 65 44732 2 Washer, Tooth Lock 5/16" 66 47397 1 Hose Clip (Large) 67 47390 1 Adapter, 1/2" NPT x 1/4" Barb 68 47405 1 Clamp, 1/4" Hose 69 47392 3 Hose, 3/8" ID (20" Lg.) 70 48719 1 Drain Cap

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