Selecta WEEDPAK Operator's Manual

Operator’s Manual

MANKN15-1 REV B 12/05/08

WEEDPAK Knapsack Sprayer

15 Litre Capacity

New Product Warranty

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the Silvan

Warranty

This warranty is the only warranty applicable to Silvan new products ('Products') and, to the

maximum extent permitted by law, is expressly in lieu of any other conditions or warranties

expressed or implied in relation to the Products.

Subject only to legislative obligations to the contrary, Silvan shall not be liable for incidental or

consequential damage resulting from ownership or use of a Product.

Silvan does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection

with these products.

Silvan warrants its authorised Dealer, who in turn warrants the original purchaser (owner) of each new

Silvan product that it will repair or replace the product, or, pay the cost of repair or replacement, as

determined by Silvan without charge for labour or any defective or malfunctioning parts in accordance

with the warranty limitations and adjustment schedule below.

The warranty period begins on the date the product is delivered to the first retail purchaser for a period

of 12 months

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Only conditions resulting directly from defects in workmanship or material under normal use and

service.

Warranty Exclusions

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Warranty Exclusions

The Warranty does not cover:

Conditions resulting from misuse, use of incompatible chemicals, exceeding machine

specifications including overloading, impact damage, negligence, accidental damage or failure

to perform recommended maintenance services.

Any product which has been repaired by other than an authorised Silvan service outlet in a way

which, in the sole and absolute judgement of Silvan, adversely affect its performance or

reliability.

The replacement of maintenance items such as diaphragms, batteries, V belts and ground

engaging components, etc.

Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of the product liability to third parties or any other

consequential damages.

Incidental costs associated with a warranty repair including any travel costs, out of hour’s
labour charges, cleaning costs, transportation costs, freight costs or any communication costs.

The repair of a defective product qualifying under this warranty will be performed by any authorised
Silvan service outlet within a reasonable time following the delivery of the product, at the cost of the

owner, to the service outlet’s place of business. The product will be repaired or replaced, using new

parts supplied by Silvan. Silvan, in its absolute discretion, may choose to pay the cost of replacement or

repair of the product.

The owner is responsible for the performance of regular maintenance services as specified in the
Owner/Operator Manual applicable to the product. Failure to carry out regular maintenance may

invalidate warranty.

Safety Information

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WARNING

BEFORE OPERATING OR INSTALLING THIS SPRAYER READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

WARNING

This sprayer is designed and manufactured solely for the purpose of applying agricultural chemicals to

plants. Under no circumstances may it be used for any other purposes.

WARNING

Before using this sprayer all operators and users must have read and understood the contents of this manual

and any other manual supplied with the sprayer or associated equipment. Never allow inadequately trained
personnel to operate this sprayer.

WARNING

Do not spray or pump flammable liquids.

WARNING

Before use of chemicals refer to the chemical manufacturer’s label and safety instructions for safe handling

procedures and the recommended personal protective clothing and safety equipment.

WARNING

Do not clear blocked nozzles by blowing out with your mouth.

WARNING

Before carrying out maintenance work, wash the sprayer thoroughly to remove all toxic chemicals that may

contaminate the sprayer.

WARNING

Do not point spray gun at any part of the human body.

WARNING

Dispose of empty chemical containers and chemical residues in accordance with the instructions supplied by

the chemical manufacturer.

Specifications

GENERAL

This sprayer has been designed and manufactured solely for the purpose of applying agricultural chemicals to plants.

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

TANK: 15 Litre maximum operating capacity.

MAX PRESSURE: Maximum 10 BAR
OPERATING PRESSURE: 1 – 4 BAR

MAX TEMP: 40o Celsius liquid temperature.

WEIGHT (Empty) / (Full) (4.0kg) / (19kg)

SPRAY LANCE: Plastic trigger grip with lock on trigger feature, filter fitted in handle.

Fibreglass lance with interchangeable nozzle assemblies

DIMENSIONS 350x210x520mm

Assembly

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SPRAYER ASSEMBLY

1. Screw the hose onto the end of the trigger mechanism and tighten.

2. Screw the wand onto top of the trigger mechanism.

3. Connect the nozzle to the wand and tighten.

4. Slot the pumping handle onto the shaft at the base of the sprayer (this can be done on either side of the unit
for left or right hand use).

FIXING SHOULDER STRAP

1. Thread shoulder strap though the mounting on the top of the WEEDPAK.

2. Insert clip into the loop of the Shoulder strap firmly, then pull on the strap until it slides back to meet the
mounting hole.

3. Affix the to the wire base of the sprayer.

4. Adjust the Strap length with the mechanism found on the hook and slide the shoulder pads to a comfortable
position.

5. Repeat for the second strap.

Operation

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SPRAYER OPERATION

Check that hose connections are tight and that the trigger of the gun is in the off position.
Remove lid by unscrewing anti clockwise.
Add water and chemical to sprayer. Never fill above the 15 Litre mark.
Place lid back onto tank and tighten by screwing clockwise.

SPRAY GUN OPERATION

Two separate nozzle assemblies which produce different spray patterns are provided with the spray lance.
To attach nozzle assembly screw into spray lance.

We recommend using water only as a trial for this operation, the first time.

For continuous spraying press the small lever at the top of the trigger mechanism into the
lock position.

Maintenance

MAINTENANCE

After use release the pressure in the tank.
Rinse with water and flush out spray lance and hose.
Check the in-line filter in hand lance is clean by unscrewing the handle of the trigger mechanism.

Store unit without water in tank or lines. Particularly if heavy frosts will be experienced.

Dispose of unused chemical and water used for rinsing in a manner that will not endanger people

animals or the environment.

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SILVAN AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.

ABN 48 099 851 144

244 – 264 Greens Rd

Dandenong South 3175

Victoria Australia

Telephone: [phone]

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www.silvanaust.com

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Te Rapa, Hamilton, 2001

New Zealand

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