Ag Spray Equipment LA9000 Liquid Applicator - Manual (Page 3)

A G S P R A Y . C O M 2
g. Remove nozzles from boom Disassemble and
wash nozzle, Spring, diaphragm and housing.
Store inside.
4. Lubricate all grease points. Make sure all grease
cavities have been filled with grease to remove
any water residue from the washing.
5. Inspect all the hydraulic hoses, couplers and fittings.
Tighten any loose fittings. Replace any hose that
is badly cut, nicked, abraded or is separating from
the crimped end of a fitting.
6. Inspect all the spray hoses and fittings. Tighten any
loose fittings. Replace any hose That is badly
cut, nicked, abraded or is separating from a fitting.
7. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent
rusting.
**STORAGE SAFETY**
1. Store unit in an area away from human activity.
2. Do not permit children to play on or around the
stored applicator.
3. Unhook and store in the transport configuration.
At the end of the spray season, the machine should be thor-
oughly inspected and prepared for storage. Repair or replace
any worn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessary
down time at the beginning of the next season. Follow this
procedure:
1. Thoroughly wash the machine using a hose or a
pressure washer to remove all dirt, mud, debris or
residue.
2. Thoroughly wash the inside of the tank.
3. In climates that encounter freezing temperatures
during the storage period, the following
preparation should be done:
a. Add 10 gallons (40 liters) of a potable RV
antifreeze to the tank.
b. Run unit for 5 minutes in the spray cycle to
circulate solution to all parts of the circuit.
c. While circulating the fluid, open and close all the
valves in the system to flush all the water from
the system.
e. Flush the solution out the booms.
f. Open all disconnects and drain hoses, pumps,
filters, solenoids and tanks.
PLACING IN STORAGE
When removing from storage and preparing to use,
follow this procedure.
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children, and remove foreign objects from the
machine and the working area.
2. Check
a. Tank for cracks
b. Tank hold down hardware
c. All hardware. Tighten as required.
d. Tire pressure.
e. All sprayer and hydraulic lines, fittings and
connections. Tighten as required.
REMOVING FROM STORAGE
3. Lubricate all grease fittings.
4. Replace any defective parts.
5. Fill the tank with 20 gallons (75 liters) of clean water
and run for 5 minutes. Open and close all valves
several times. Flush water through the booms.
6. Repeat step 5.
7. Calibrate the pump, nozzles and sprayer before using.
8. Go through the pre-operation checklist before using.