Great Plains MF45 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 20)

1993+ MF30, MF40 & MF45
500-048M 4/15/2003
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General Notes For Field Operation
1. Securely hitch the sprayer to the tractor or the 3-point
boom to the tractor.
2. Lubricate the sprayer boom as needed. Refer to Lubri-
cation on page 21.
3. When transporting the sprayer, do not exceed 20 mph
and do not transport with chemical in the tank. Fasten
the level-float pin in the lock position before folding the
booms. Before transporting fasten the sprayer fold
latch if mounted on a tandem axle, see Figure 3-5 on
page 12. If the boom is mounted on a single axle or a
3-point, secure the transport lynch pins before trans-
porting. See Figure 12, page 17.
4. Never allow anyone to ride on the sprayer.
5. Calibrate the sprayer with water only, not chemical
and water. Refer to the calibration procedures in the
Application Guide.
6. Remove the level-float pin from the lock position, after
being transported and unfolded, to the storage posi-
tion. See Figure 7, page 15.
7. Adjust the boom height required for the nozzles and
spacing to be used. (Refer to nozzle tables in the
Sprayer Manual or the Application Guide.)
8. Check the nozzles for streaks and non-uniformity. If
cleaning the nozzles, wear Personal Safety Equip-
ment and use a nozzle brush. Do not blow on the noz-
zle or place your lips on the nozzle.
9. Safely and carefully add the chemical to the sprayer
tank. Always wear "Personal Safety Equipment" as
shown on page 5. By law, you must repeat the rinsing
of the chemical container three times. The container
should then be punctured to prevent future use. An al-
ternative is to jet-rinse or pressure rinse the container.
When adding chemical, remain at least 100 feet from
any water well or fresh water source. Follow chemical
manufacturer’s recommendations for safe handling of
chemicals.
NOTE: If possible, do not operate your Great Plains
Sprayer Boom without first unlocking the level-float
pin. The boom will float over the contours of the
ground more effectively and minimize the stress on
the boom.
10. Check the sprayer initially and periodically for loose
bolts, pins and hose clamps. Check the hoses,
pumps, valves and fittings for leaks.
Operating Checklist
Check
“Safety Rules” in this Manual
The tractor’s brakes to make sure they operate properly.
Lubricate the boom as needed.
Booms must be locked in place before transporting.
Use safety equipment as listed on page 1.
Fill with water and calibrate sprayer BEFORE adding chemical to
the tank.
Check hoses, pumps and valves for any leaks.
Check nozzles for streaks and non-uniformity.
Check sprayer initially and periodically for loose bolts, pins and
chains.