Ag Spray Equipment BA5SQK - 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
Gallons Per 100 Sq. Ft. - Based on Water
Gallons Per 1000 Sq. Ft. - Based on Water
Gallons Per Acre - Based on Water
Capacity Pressure Spray Tip
Height
2
No.
40
50
18"
30
20
(psi)
.076
.068
.059
.048
MPH
.136 .20
.23 .152
.17
.14
(GPM)
.118
.096
MPH
1
.034 .045
.051 .038
.039
.032
MPH
3 2
.030
.024
MPH
4
Capacity
Capacity
Rate Chart for 8002 Spray Tip
50
Height
Spray
2
Tip
No.
20
18"
50
30
40
Pressure
(psi)
Height
Spray
No.
2
Tip
(psi)
18"
20
40
30
Pressure
16.6 22.2 33.2 66.4 .23
.76
.68
.59
.48
MPH
.96 .14
.23
.20
.17
1.52
1.36
1.18
(GPM)
MPH
1
.24 .32
.51
.45
.39
.38
.30
.34
MPH
3 2
MPH
4
29.6
25.6
20.9
MPH
1 (GPM)
.14
.20
.17
41.8
59.2
51.2
MPH
4 3 2
19.8
17.2
14.0
MPH
10.5
14.9
12.9
MPH
.015
.014
.012
.010
MPH
10
.018 .027
.031 .020
.024
.019
MPH
5
.016
.013
MPH
7.5
6.6 8.8 13.3
.15
.14
.12
.10
MPH
10
.13 .19
.31
.27
.24
.20
.16
.18
MPH
5
MPH
7.5
5.9
5.1
4.2
MPH
10 7.5 5
8.4
11.9
10.3
MPH
5.6
7.9
6.9
MPH
Page 2
6. Route your boom feeder hose to the back end of the
sprayer. Join the hose to the tee barb. Then clamp in
place with a hose clamp.
CAUTION: Never use a metal object or other sharp
item for cleaning a nozzle tip. It is better to use a
nozzle brush (NOT wire brush) or compressed air
for tip cleaning.
(Assembly)
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 good quality dish detergent 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.