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 below. The hardware package contains parts as shown on page 3.
Identify all parts before beginning assembly.
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. Axle Support Tube
9. Hitch Brackets (2)
10. Wheels (2)
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HARDWARE PACKAGE - FULL SIZE
KEYQTY. DESCRIPTION
A2Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 3"
B2Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2-1/4"
C2Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2"
D4SEMS Nut, 5/16"
E6Nylock Nut, 5/16"
F6Flat Washer, 5/16"
G4Flat Washer, 3/4"
H2Lock Washer, #10
I2Washer, 5/16" Tooth Lock
J1Hitch Pin
K1Hair Cotter Pin
KEYQTY. DESCRIPTION
L2Cotter Pin
M2Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1-1/4"
N2Screw, #10 x 3/8"
O2Knob
P1Spray Gun Clip, Small
Q1Spray Gun Clip, Large
R1Pressure Gauge
S1Coiled Hose Clamp
T2Gasket, 3/4" Garden Hose
U2Axle Clamp
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
FACTORY
INSTALLED
BOLT
AXLE
CLAMP
AXLE
SUPPORT
TUBE
5/16" SEMS NUT
3/4" WASHER
AXLE
AXLE
SUPPORT
TUBE
1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PIN
5/16" x 2-1/4"
HEX BOLT
5/16" NYLOCK NUT
5/16" x 3"
HEX BOLT
5/16" WASHER
5/16" WASHER
5/16" NYLOCK NUT
5/16" NYLOCK NUT
5/16" x 2"
HEX BOLT
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(2) 1/2" Wrenches
(1) Screwdriver
(1) Pliers
1. Remove all items from carton and lay out as shown on
pages 2 and 3.
2. Assemble the axle clamps, axle support tube and four
5/16" SEMS nuts to the factory installed bolts in the
frame tubes. See gure 1.
5. Fasten the front ends of the frame tubes together using
two 5/16" x 3" hex bolts and 5/16" nylock nuts. Do not
tighten yet. See gure 3.
6. Assemble hitch brackets to frame tubes using two 5/16"
x 2-1/4" hex bolts, four washers (one on each side) and
5/16" nylock nuts. Position each bolt behind a cross bolt
in the hitch arms. Do not tighten yet. See gure 3.
7. Tighten bolts assembled in step 7 then tighten bolts
assembled in step 8. See gure 3.
FIGURE 1
3. Slide the axle through the axle support tube. See
4. Assemble a 3/4" washer, a wheel (valve stem facing
FIGURE 3
8. Assemble the boom mount bracket to the rear of the
frame tubes using two 5/16" x 2" hex bolts and 5/16"
nylock nuts. See gure 4.
gure 2.
out) and another 3/4" washer onto the axle. Assemble
a cotter pin through the end of the axle. Repeat on other
end. See gure 2.
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 4 REAR VIEW
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9. Assemble the boom bars to the boom mount bracket
CARRIAGE BOLT
5/16" x 1-1/4"
KNOB
5/16" FLAT
WASHER
WASHER
(TOOTH LOCK)
BOOM BAR
BOOM CONNECTING HOSE
SPRAY GUN
CLIP (LARGE)
SPRAY GUN
CLIP (SMALL)
#10 x 3/8"
SCREW
#10 LOCK
WASHER
BOOM CONNECTING HOSE
SPRAY
GUN
HOSE
PRESSURE
GAUGE
BYPASS/RETURN HOSE
GARDEN
HOSE
GASKET
COILED
HOSE
CLAMP
PLUG
NEGATIVE PIN
12 VOLT TRACTOR BATTERY
POSITIVE
"HOT"
POST
+
NEGATIVE
POST
BROWN
RED
QUICK COUPLER
BATTERY
+
RED
BROWN
IN LINE SWITCH
using two 5/16" x 1-1/4" carriage bolts, tooth lock washers
(between the bar and bracket), 5/16" at washers and
knobs. The boom connecting hose should extend upward.
See gure 5.
NOTE: Make sure the nozzles are adjusted so that the
openings face straight down when the boom bar is in the
horizontal operating position.
hose onto hose adapter on the side of the "T" tting
as shown in gure 7. Tighten clamp around hose and
adapter. Snap spray gun into clips on side of tank.
14. Carefully screw the pressure gauge into the top of the
"T" tting. See gure 7.
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 5
10. Assemble the large and small spray gun clips to the
side of the tank using two #10 x 3/8" screws and #10
lock washers. See gure 6.
FIGURE 6
11. Insert a garden hose gasket into the swivel nut on the
bypass/return hose. Screw nut onto upper outlet of the
"Y" valve tting. Place the other end of the hose down
through the hole at the rear of the tank. See gure 7.
12. 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 tting. See gure 7.
15. Attach sprayer to tractor hitch and connect the wiring to
tractor battery. Red wire must be connected to positive
post on battery or to "HOT" connection on a tractor switch
or ammeter. Brown wire may be grounded or connected
to negative battery post. See gures 8 and 9.
IMPORTANT: This sprayer should be connected to 12
volt batteries only!
FIGURE 8
NEVER ALLOW NEGATIVE PIN ON PLUG
TO COME IN CONTACT WITH POSITIVE
"HOT" POST ON BATTERY. FIRE OR
EXPLOSION MAY RESULT!
FIGURE 9
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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 tting.
ON-OFF SWITCH
This switch is connected in line to the wiring assembly and
is used by the operator to turn the pump motor on or off.
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 ow 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" tting containing a bypass
valve and a boom valve. The bypass valve controls the ow
to the return (bypass) hose. The amount of ow 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" tting controls ow 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" tting.
ADJUSTING SPRAY GUN NOZZLE
Turn the nozzle on the spray gun to adjust the spray from
a cone shaped ne mist to a straight stream. Control the
spray gun operating pressure with the bypass valve on the
"Y" tting. Maximum spray gun pressure can be attained
when the boom is shut off.
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.
5. 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.
6. Add the chemical solution to the tank, following the
product instructions.
7. Drive to the starting place for spraying. Set the boom
in position for spraying. Set the throttle at the position
determined in step 4. Flip the sprayer's in-line switch to
the "ON" position to start spraying.
8. Stay clear of owers, 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.
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 gure 10.
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.
FIGURE 10
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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 ush it with
clear water.
3. Periodically clean the strainers in the boom nozzles.
Remove the nozzle, pull out the screen and ush it with
clear 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 ush the pump with water after each use. Follow
the procedures in the AFTER EACH USE instructions
for ushing and disposal.
WINTER STORAGE
AFTER EACH USE
4. After use, ll 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. Rell 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.
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
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