Ag Spray Equipment BA2RK - Manual (Page 2)

Time Required in seconds to travel a distance of:
17 34 4.0
5.0
6.0
7.0
9.0
8.0
10.0
7.6
6.8
9.7
8.5
14
11
15
14
19
17
23
27
100 Ft.
68 sec.
2.0
3.0
1.0
(Miles per Hour)
Speed in M.P.H.
Speed Chart
136 sec.
34
23
45
68
200 Ft.
51
23
20
26
29
41
34
205 sec.
300 Ft.
102
68
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Testing the Sprayer
NOTE:
It is VERY important for you to test your sprayer with
plain water before actual spraying is attempted. This
will enable you to check the sprayer for leaks, without
the possibility of losing any expensive chemicals.
Add water to the tank & drive to the starting place for
spraying. When you are ready to spray, turn the boom
valve to the "on" position. This will start solution spraying
from the tips of the boom. The pressure will decrease
slightly when the boom is spraying. Adjust the pressure by
turning the "ON/OFF" valve lever on the bypass line valve.
Read the operating instructions, and Initially begin spraying
by closing the 'bypass' valve and opening the boom line
valve. This will enable the air in the line to be eliminated
(purged) through all the tips, while building pressure. When
everything tests all right (no leaks, & good pressure), add
the desired chemicals to the mixture and water
combination and start your spraying operation. Adjust the
pressure and spray as you did in the testing procedure.
Conditions of weather and terrain must be considered
when setting the sprayer. Do not spray on windy days.
Protective clothing must be worn in some cases.
Be sure to read the chemical label(s) correctly!
After use, fill the sprayer tank part way with water. Start
the sprayer, and allow the clear water to be pumped
through the plumbing system and out through the spray
nozzles.
Refill the tank about half full with plain water and use a
chemical neutralizer, such as 'Nutra-Sol', or equivalent,
and repeat cleaning instructions above. A mix of water
and some detergent, such as 'Dawn' dish soap would be a
sufficient alternative.
Flush the entire sprayer with the neutralizing/cleaning
agent, then flush out one more time with plain water.
Follow the chemical manufacturer's disposal instructions
of all wash or rinsing water.
For the boom, (if applicable) remove the tips and screens
from the nozzle assemblies. Wash these items out
thoroughly. Blow the orifice clean and dry. If the orifice
remains clogged, clean it with a fine bristle (NOT WIRE)
brush, or with a toothpick. Do not damage the orifice.
Water rinse and dry the tips before storing.
WARNING: Some chemicals will damage the pump
valves if allowed to soak untreated for a length of
time! ALWAYS flush the pump as instructed after
each use.
After Spraying
Calibration
Chemical labels may show application rates in gallons per
acre, gallons per 1000 square feet, or gallons per 100
square feet. You will note that the tip chart shows all 3 of
these rating systems.
Once you know how much you are going to spray, then
determine (from the tip chart) the spraying pressure (PSI),
and the spraying speed (MPH).
Determining the proper speed of the pulling vehicle can
be done by marking off 100, 200, & 300 feet. The speed
chart indicates the number of seconds it takes to travel
the distances. Set the throttle and with a running start,
travel the distances. Adjust the throttle until you travel the
distances in the number of seconds indicated by the
speed chart. Once you have reached the throttle setting
needed, mark the throttle location so you can stop and go
again, returning to the same speed.
Add water and proper amount of chemical to the tank and
drive to the starting place for spraying.
Winter Storage
Drain all water out of your sprayer, paying special
attention to the pump, handgun, and valve(s). These items
are especially prone to damage from chemicals and
freezing weather.
The sprayer should be winterized before storage by
pumping a solution of RV antifreeze through the entire
plumbing system. This antifreeze solution should remain
in the plumbing system during the winter months. When
spring time comes and you are preparing your sprayer for
the spray season, rinse the entire plumbing system out,
clearing the lines of the antifreeze solution. Proper care
and maintenance will prolong the life of your sprayer.