Hardi ES 50, ES 80, SM 50, SM 80 Operator's Manual
ESTATE SPRAYERS
GAS ENGINE
Operator's Manual
67301103 (6/01)
ESTATE SPRAYERS
GAS ENGINE
Operator’s Manual
67301103 (6/01)
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material, or specification without notice thereof.
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Inc. in the U.S. and in other countries.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION................................................................................ 4
2.0 SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................... 6
Follow Safety Instructions ..................................................................
2.1
Operating The Sprayer Safely ...........................................................
2.2
2.3 Handling Chemical Products Safely ............................................. 8
2.4 Local Poison Information Center .................................................. 9
3.0 HOOKING UP THE SPRAYER ....................................................... 10
4.0 OPERATING THE SPRAYER ......................................................... 11
Controls ...........................................................................................
4.1
ET Manual Control Operation ..........................................................
4.2
4.3
M600 Brass Manual Control Operation ...........................................
5.0 NOZZLE SELECTION ..................................................................... 16
5.1 Handgun Nozzle Selection ......................................................... 16
5.2 Boom Nozzle Selection .............................................................. 16
6.0 CALIBRATION ................................................................................ 18
6.1 Calibration (Ounce Method) ....................................................... 19
7.0 MAINTENANCE............................................................................... 19
7.1 Cleaning The Sprayer ................................................................ 19
7.2 Lubrication .................................................................................. 21
7.3 Nozzle Filters .............................................................................. 22
7.4 Nozzle Tubes and Fittings .......................................................... 22
7.5 Pump Maintenance .................................................................... 22
7.6 Boom Maintenance .................................................................... 23
8.0 STORAGE ....................................................................................... 24
8.1 Preparation After Storage ........................................................... 24
9.0 TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................... 25
10.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................... 26
10.1 HARDI
10.2 Sprayer Specifications .............................................................. 27
10.3 Safety Decals ........................................................................... 27
11.0 PARTS DRAWINGS ...................................................................... 28
12.0 WARRANTY POLICY AND CONDITIONS ................................... 41
13.0 NOTES ........................................................................................... 43
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Diaphragm Pump Specifications ................................ 26
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Dear Owner,
Thank you for purchasing a HARDI® product and welcome to the everincreasing family of HARDI® equipment owners.
Our sprayers and accessories are rapidly becoming a familiar sight on
North American farms and estates. We believe that this results from
growers becoming increasingly conscious of crop protection input costs
and the vital need for cost effective application equipment.
Please take the time to thoroughly read the Operator’s Manual before
using your equipment. You will find many helpful hints as well as
important safety and operation information.
Some of the features on your HARDI® Estate Sprayer were suggested
by growers. There is no substitute for “on farm” experience and we
invite your comments and suggestions.
Please address your correspondence to the Service Manager at one of
these branches:
HARDI® MIDWEST
1500 West 76th St.
Davenport, Iowa 52806
Phone: (319) 386-1730
Fax: (319) 386-1710
Sincerely,
Tom L. Kinzenbaw
President
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GREAT LAKES
HARDI
290 Sovereign Rd.
London, Ontario N6M 1B3
Phone: (519) 659-2771
Fax: (519) 659-2821
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WEST COAST
HARDI
5646 W. Barstow, Suite 101
Fresno, California 93722
Phone: (559) 271-3106
Fax: (559) 271-3107
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
We congratulate you for choosing a HARDI® plant protection product.
The reliability and efficiency of this product depends on your care. The
first step is to carefully read and pay attention to this operator’s
manual. It contains essential information for the efficient use and long
life of this quality product.
This manual covers the HARDI
& Stratton or Honda gas engines directly coupled to HARDI® 500 or
600 diaphragm pumps. These sprayers include the ES 50, ES 80, SM
50 and SM 80 models.
The heart of your sprayer is the diaphragm pump. The design is
simple, resulting in low maintenance requirements and guaranteed
pump life. The bearings and crankshaft are grease lubricated and are
therefore protected from spray solution if any diaphragm fails in service. A drain hole is located in the base of the crank case to facilitate
the draining of any foreign matter. The pump is self-priming and can be
run dry without damage.
The ES 50 and ES 80 sprayers are equipped with the ET manual
control which features: on/off control for boom and handgun, pressure
adjustment, pump bypass agitation, remote pressure safety valve and
a 2-1/2” pressure gauge.
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Estate Sprayers equipped with Briggs
The SM 50 and SM 80 sprayers are equipped with the M600 Brass
manual control which features: on/off control for handgun/(optional
boom), pressure adjustment, pump bypass agitation, integral pressure
safety valve and a 2-1/2” pressure gauge.
The tanks, made of impact proof and chemical resistant polyethylene,
have a purposeful design with rounded contours which allows for
efficient cleaning and draining. They are designed with a large deep
sump so that they can be completely emptied even when the sprayer is
used on slopes. A drain plug is provided in the sump to assist cleaning
of the tank. The tanks are equipped with a top suction filter which can
be inspected and cleaned without emptying the tank.
Also covered in this manual are the 6’ FD and 14’ HD booms which
feature fore and aft breakaways. The 6’ FD boom folds vertically and
the 14’ HD boom folds horizontally forward. Both booms feature ISO
flat fan nozzles with 20” spacing.
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The frame and boom of your estate sprayer are finished with a powder
coat paint which provides maximum protection from chemicals and
rust.
The model 60L spraygun features an adjustable spray nozzle for
varying the spray width. The standard spraygun features 25’ of 1/2”
hose on the hose wrap (optional 40’).
Since this book covers options available for several different Estate
Sprayers, please pay attention to the sections dealing specifically with
your model.
ES 80 with 14‘ HD Boom
SM 80 with Spraygun
and Hose Wrap
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SM 80 with Spraygun
and Hose Reel
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2.0 SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING!
ALWAYS READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE
USING THIS EQUIPMENT
DO NOT REMOVE ANY SAFETY DEVICES OR
SHIELDS. NEVER SERVICE, CLEAN OR REPAIR A
MACHINE WHILE IT IS OPERATING
WARNING!
ALWAYS WATCH FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IT MEANS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
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RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION
This is the Safety-alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert
to the potential for personal injury.
Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices.
2.1 Follow Safety Instructions
1. Carefully read all the safety messages in this manual and the
safety labels fitted to the machine. Keep safety labels in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety labels. Make sure
that new equipment components include any current safety labels.
Replacement safety labels are available from your authorized
HARDI® dealer.
2. Learn how to operate the sprayer and how to use the controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate the sprayer without proper
instructions.
3. Keep your sprayer in proper working condition. Unauthorized
modifications or use may impair the function and/or safety and
affect the machine’s life.
4. If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, please contact your authorized HARDI® dealer.
2.2 Operating The Sprayer Safely
1. Read the complete manual carefully and become familiar with the
operation of the equipment before initial operation in each spraying season. Failure to do so may result in possible over or under
application of spray solution and may lead to personal injury.
2. Always keep children away from your estate sprayer.
3. Never pull your estate sprayer behind a truck on public roads.
Load the sprayer onto a trailer or into the back of a truck for
transporting.
4. Understand service procedures before undertaking any maintenance. Never lubricate, service, or adjust the machine while it’s
moving. Securely support any components before working on
them.
5. Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Repair
damaged parts immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
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2.3 Handling Chemical Products Safely
1. Direct exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause serious injury.
These chemicals can include lubricants, coolants, paints, adhesives and agricultural chemicals. Material Safety Data Sheets
(M.S.D.S.) are available for all hazardous chemicals which inform
the user of specific details including, physical and health hazards,
safety procedures, and emergency response techniques.
2. Protective clothing such as rubber gloves, goggles, coveralls and
respirator must be worn while handling chemicals. All protective
clothing should be kept in excellent condition and cleaned regularly or discarded.
3. If chemicals come in contact with any exposed skin areas, wash
immediately with clean water and detergent. Never place nozzle
tips or any other components that have been exposed to chemicals to lips to blow out obstructions. Use a soft brush to clean
spray nozzles.
4. Dedicate an area to fill, flush, calibrate and decontaminate sprayer
where chemicals will not drift or run off to contaminate people,
animals, vegetation, water supply, etc. Locate this area where
there is no chance of children coming in contact with this residue.
5. Decontaminate equipment used in mixing, transferring and
applying chemicals after use. Follow the instructions on the
chemical label for the correct procedure required. Wash spray
residue from outside of the sprayer to prevent corrosion.
6. Extreme care should be taken in measuring spray products.
Powders should be used in suitable sized packages or weighed
accurately. Liquids should be poured into a suitable graduated
container. Keep chemical containers low when pouring. Wear a
filtered respirator and let the wind blow away from you to avoid
dust and/or splashes contacting the skin or hair.
7. Store chemicals in a separate, plainly marked locked building.
Keep the chemical in its original container with the label intact.
8. Dispose all empty containers after rinsing in accordance with local
regulations & by-laws. Dispose of all unused chemicals and left
over fertilizer in an approved manner
9. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher available at all times when
handling chemicals.
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2.4 Local Poison Information Center
PHONE NO. _________ - _________ - _____________
Find the phone number for the poison control center in your phone book
and write it in the space above.
Keep a list, in the space provided below, of all the chemicals that you have
in use.
1. ___________________________________________________
2. ___________________________________________________
3. ___________________________________________________
4. ___________________________________________________
5. ___________________________________________________
6. ___________________________________________________
7. ___________________________________________________
8. ___________________________________________________
9. ___________________________________________________
10. ___________________________________________________
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3.0 HOOKING UP THE SPRAYER
TOW VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS:
Lawn & Garden tractor or ATV with a drawbar with sufficient horsepower and braking ability to safely control the following specifications:
Sprayer
ES 50
ES 80
1. ES 50 and ES 80: Attach sprayer tongue to drawbar with the
correct size drawbar pin and install safety clip.
SM 50 and SM 80: Secure sprayer to bed of truck/utility vehicle.
WARNING:
MAKE SURE THAT YOUR SKID MOUNT SPRAYER IS
634
940
Tongue Weight (lbs.)Total Loaded Weight (lbs.)
92
66
PROPERLY SECURED AND THAT YOUR TRUCK/UTILITY
VEHICLE HAS SUFFICIENT CARRYING CAPACITY FOR YOUR
SPRAYER PLUS THE WEIGHT OF THE SPRAY LIQUID.
IMPORTANT:
Sprayer
SM 50
SM 80
The HARDI® Estate sprayers equipped with gas en-
Total Loaded Weight (lbs.)
616
852
gines are shipped from the factory without oil in the engine crankcase
or reduction gearbox.
2. Before operating the gas engine, you must:
A. Check the engine crankcase oil level.
B. Check the reduction gearbox oil level.
C. Fill the gas tank.
D. Make sure engine air filter is not plugged.
3. Refer to gas engine operating manual for oil change and maintenance information.
4. Tire pressure should be 10 PSI (ES 50, ES 80 only).
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4.0 OPERATING THE SPRAYER
WARNING:
WATER ONLY. ALWAYS FILL WATER THROUGH THE STRAINER
BASKET TO PREVENT FOREIGN PARTICLES FROM ENTERING
THE TANK. NEVER LET THE FILLING HOSE ENTER THE TANK.
CHEMICALS MAY CONTAMINATE THE WATER SUPPLY LINES,
PLANT AND/OR WELL.
ALWAYS FILL YOUR ESTATE SPRAYER WITH CLEAN
4.1 CONTROLS
The ES and SM series estate sprayers use different controls for
operating. The ES 50 and ES 80 sprayers use the ET manual control
(Section 4.2), while the SM 50 and SM 80 use the M600 brass manual
control (Section 4.3).
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4.2 ET MANUAL CONTROL OPERATION (ES 50/80)
C
D
TANK
E
F
A. 500/600 Pump
B. Distribution Valves
C. Spraygun
D. Boom
E. Safety Valve
F. Agitation
Fluid System Overview
When the 500/600 pump A (Fig 1) is running, pressurized fluid flows
from the tank to the distribution valves B (Fig 1). Fluid that is not
required for use by the boom or spraygun is returned to the tank
through the bypass line and agitation nozzle F (Fig 1). When the boom
valve is open, fluid flows to the boom D (Fig 1). When the spraygun
valve is open and the red handle on the spraygun is depressed, fluid
flows to the spraygun C (Fig 1). If the boom and spraygun valves are
off and the pressure valve is set too low to handle the output from the
pump, the safety valve E (Fig 1) opens to allow the fluid to return to the
tank.
Fig. 1
A
B
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Boom Operation
1. Locate your sprayer in a suitable location to spray water from the
boom and/or handgun.
2. Fill the tank with clean water.
3. Turn dial 1 (Fig. 2) counter clockwise all the way out.
4. Set boom switch 2 (Fig. 2) on and spraygun switch 3 (Fig. 2) off.
5. Start the engine.
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6. Increase pressure by turning dial 1 (Fig. 2) clockwise. Watch the
pressure gauge 4 (Fig. 2) until the desired pressure is reached
(turning dial 1 (Fig. 2) counter clockwise decreases pressure).
NOTE: Refer to Section 5.0 for nozzle selection and calibration.
Spraygun Operation
7. To operate the spraygun, turn switch 2 (Fig. 2) off and switch 3
(Fig. 2) on. Then depress the red handle 5 (Fig. 2) to spray water
from the spraygun. Check the pressure on gauge 4 (Fig. 2) and
follow step 6 to adjust.
8.
To adjust the spray pattern, turn the black handle 6 (Fig. 2)
OUT for
a narrow spray pattern for long distances and IN for a wide pattern
for more coverage at close distances.
ON
Fig. 2
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OFF
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