Summers 3Pt Supersprayer - Manual (Page 39)

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SECTION 4 - MAINTENANCE
2. Clean entire sprayer system:
a. Partially fill each tank with clean water and add one part household ammonia for every 100 parts water.
b. Start pump and circulate solution through entire sprayer system. Spray solution through nozzles, then drain.
3. Winterize entire sprayer system:
a. (Flush entire sprayer system with 100% RV antifreeze.) RV antifreeze is nontoxic and safe for the environ-
ment. It must be used in 100 percent concentrations, but it is more economical then permanent antifreeze
to purchase and will not harm plastic spray components. Read and follow antifreeze container instructions.
b. Spray solution through nozzles.
c. Allow dripless nozzles to drain by loosening each diaphragm check valve nut.
IMPORTANT!
Some liquid remains in the 1 inch wet boom even with the nozzle diaphragm check valves loosened. With both booms
in transport position liquid accumulates near the boom pivot point. To allow drainage, remove the boom end cap or
end nozzle and supply hose from each boom.
4.4 PRESEASON ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
1. READ AND UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual before using machine.
2. Check tire pressure.
3. Inspect sprayer components.
4. Inspect hydraulic components.
5. Grease wheel bearings and inspect for looseness.
6. Check tank(s) for cracks and verify straps are tight.
7. Tighten each diaphragm check valve nut on dripless nozzles.
8. Refer to SECTION 3 - SPRAYER OPERATION for setup and start-up procedures.
9. Flush winterizing antifreeze solution from entire sprayer system with clean water. Spray rinse water through
nozzles. (If automotive antifreeze was used, it is a hazardous material and must be disposed of properly.)
IMPORTANT!
WHEN NOT IN USE TANK SHOULD BE STORED IN A DRY DARK PLACE. ALTHOUGH ULTRA VIOLET STABILIZ-
ERS ARE ADDED TO PROTECT THE TANKS FROM SUNLIGHT DAMAGE, ALL POLYOLEFIN MATERIALS WILL
DETERIORATE IN TIME. TANK MANUFACTURERS RECOMMEND STORAGE OUT OF SUNLIGHT TO LENGTHEN
THE LIFE OF ALL PLASTIC TANKS. DO NOT DROP, STRIKE, OR KICK TANK AT LOW TEMPERATURES. ALL
POLY MATERIALS ARE INCREASINGLY SUBJECT TO CRACKING AS THE TEMPERATURES FALL BELOW 20°F.