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BP2 OPERATOR’S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

OVERVIEW OF THE ESS MODEL BP2 AIR-ASSISTED ELECTROSTA

TIC SPRAYER……………………………………………………………...1

WHERE DOES THE SPRAY GO………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1

SAFE OPERATION OF THE BP2 SPRAYER…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………2

Operator Responsibility and Safety……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………2

ABOUT THE LOW-VOLTAGE SYSTEM OF THE MAXCHARGE

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SPRAYGUN……………………………………………………………………..3

SAFETY DECALS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….4

PACEMAKER DISCLAIMER……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….4

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...5

Steps for Operation…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...5

To Clean the Bp2 After Operation……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..5

Locating the Sprayer On/Off Switch………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….5

REFERENCE……………………………………………………………………………….……………………………………………………………………………………..6

Spraygun…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...6

Trigger……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7

To Engage/Disengage the Trigger…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7

To Clean the Trigger………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7

Hose…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7

Nozzle Assembly………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..8

Cleaning the Spraygun……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….8

To Clean the Nozzle Assembly…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...8

Pre-

Spray Check…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...…….9

Post-

Spray Check……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….9

Cleaning the Air Filter………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...9

Connecting the Hose………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10

Preparing a Mix Tank………………………….…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….11

How To Conduct a Jar Test……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….11

A Note About Operating Temperatures…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..11

SPRAYING WITH YOUR ESS SPRAYER…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...12

Spray Technique……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12

Tips to Achieve the Best Possible Coverage……………………………………………………………………………………………………..12

Batteries..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….13

How To Charge the Batteries…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...13

BATTERY CHARGING OPERATION………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...14

Summary of Contents for BP2

Page 1: ...BP2 OPERATOR S MANUAL Warning Your sprayer comes with two unique and different battery chargers Please see page 14 of this manual for more information ...

Page 2: ...MANUAL OWNER S MANUAL BP2 Electrostatic Spraying Systems Inc 62 Morrison St Watkinsville GA 30677 2749 Copyright 2018 Electrostatic Spraying Systems Inc All Rights Reserved This manual was last updated September 2018 ...

Page 3: ...peration of this equipment It also includes helpful suggestions to maximize productive use of the BP2 Essential cleaning instructions should be followed to maintain your spaying at peak efficiently Please carefully read an follow all instructions for your own safety and the safety of other around you Thank you We appreciate your business and we are proud that you have selected an ESS sprayer for y...

Page 4: ...r Operation 5 Locating the Sprayer On Off Switch 5 REFERENCE 6 Spraygun 6 Trigger 7 To Engage Disengage the Trigger 7 To Clean the Trigger 7 Hose 7 Nozzle Assembly 8 Cleaning the Spraygun 8 To Clean the Nozzle Assembly 8 Pre Spray Check 9 Post Spray Check 9 Cleaning the Air Filter 9 Connecting the Hose 10 Preparing a Mix Tank 11 How To Conduct a Jar Test 11 A Note About Operating Temperatures 11 S...

Page 5: ... OPERATOR S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CHANGING THE FUSE 14 VOLTAGE CONVERTER OPTIONAL 15 YEARLY SRPAYGUN SERVICE 16 SPRAYGUN RETURN FORM 17 SPRAYGUN SERVICE PARTS 18 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 19 ESS WARRANTY 20 ...

Page 6: ...and corrosion proof The interior ceramic outlet resists wear three times better than stainless steel outlets These features combine to give the best spray coverage on the market This quality product is virtually maintenance free and assures you of savings in the application of chemical The comparison of air assisted electrostatic spraying versus conventional spraying is dramatic The Maxcharge spra...

Page 7: ...mptly Use the following safety precautions as a guide when using the machine Read the Owner s Manual Failure to read the manual is considered a misuse of the equipment Use the BP2 sprayer ONLY for its intended use as described in this manual Do not allow a child to operate the BP2 sprayer Do not allow adults to operate the sprayer without proper instruction Use extra care when spraying on stairs D...

Page 8: ...e BP2 sprayer Always use a respirator and eye protection when spraying with the BP2 Follow the chemical s manufacturer s recommendations in handling mixing applying storing and disposing of chemicals Be aware of poisoning symptoms and know the appropriate first aid Know the length of time needed to pass before allowing people and pets to go back into the sprayed area ABOUT THE LOW VOLTAGE SYSTEM O...

Page 9: ...FULLY It is extremely important for the owner operators safety as well as the safety of other people in the vicinity that all chemical safety precautions are followed This label is wrapped around the hose to remind you to clean the filters regularly The number one cause of poor sprayer performance is a clogged or dirty filter There will be a small shock when using our sprayers To avoid this shock ...

Page 10: ... line leader 6 Turn on the air compressor and engage the trigger to flush the spraygun lines with the remaining water Check the nozzle for a good spray pattern while flushing Allow air to flow for 30 seconds after the water has been sprayed 7 Apply silicone spray or similar lubricating oil to all quick connect fittings Detailed instructions on maintaining each of the BP2 s components follow in the...

Page 11: ...___________________ Spraygun The spraygun is held by the operator during spraying Activation of the trigger causes liquid to spray The spraygun has the following user serviceable parts The Trigger Plunger The Nozzle Assembly The Batteries The batteries are accessed by removing the battery cover nothing inside the Spraygun shell is user serviceable NOTE Do not open the spraygun shell Doing so will ...

Page 12: ...top of the spraygun with a 5 8 socket wrench Be careful not to lose the spring plunger copper washer and small brass bushing inside the trigger Note how they fit inside so they may be replaced properly 2 Check inside the trigger for blockage Clean our any debris with compressed air or warm soapy water 3 Replace the spring and plunger rethread the brass bolt into the top of the spraygun until tight...

Page 13: ... be sooner To Clean the Nozzle Assembly 1 Slide the hood over the nozzle cover 2 Unscrew the cover from the nozzle base and remove the Teflon ring Clean any debris from around the nozzle tip NOTE There is a small o ring in the nozzle around the base of the tip take caution that it doesn t fall off If it does clean it and press back into place Also take care not to damage the nozzle tip when the co...

Page 14: ...niformly in suspension Some brand name additives are COMPLIMENT UNITE and BALANCE Check with your local chemical supplier for others that are available ESS recommends the use of NUTRA_SOL cleaner which can be purchased from ESS P N 1566 Post Spray Check After each spray it is essential that hoses and spraygun be flushed with clean soapy water This will help prevent chemical build up that can clog ...

Page 15: ...m the Twinline hose Depress the silver tab on the fitting in the top of the liquid bottle and insert the small mating connector from the Twinline hose Step 1 Attach blue hose to black fabric hose in upper right pocket Step 2 Insert smaller blue hose connection to top of liquid bottle Step 3 Attach connections to end of hose Small is liquid and large is air 10 ...

Page 16: ...spraying method ESS recommends that you experiment to find the optimum chemical concentration Start spraying using the same chemical rate used in the past with other sprayers Test to ensure that effective agent levels have been reduced to desired levels At the next application start reducing the amount of chemical used for each spray Keeping the amount of water in the tank constant cut the amount ...

Page 17: ...ce is at least 18 inches away from the target surface however 36 to 48 inches may provide a more even coating This allows the fine mist produced by the MaxCharge nozzle room to develop into a spray cloud that will be at tracted to the target surface 3 Hold the spraygun at right angles to the target surface Starting at the highest point and using Zig Zag horizontal strokes about 1 meter 3 ft wide s...

Page 18: ...place with Nickel Hydride rechargeable batteries Order the spraygun replacement battery pack from ESS P N 4512 How To Change the Batteries 1 Unscrew the two 6 32 x 1 2 Philips head machine screws which hold the batter cover in place 2 While holding the leads in one hand gently disconnect the batteries form the leads Be careful not to tear the leads off the wires or tear the lead wires out of the p...

Page 19: ...he battery Remove the battery from the BP2 and follow the instructions below to charge 1 Only use 29 2V LiFE PO4compatible chargers to charge the battery The charging current should be 2A to 4A If you need a charger please contact us 2 Fully charge the battery before first use This depends on the output of the charger but is typically between 3 5 hours 3 Note that the LED light on the battery does...

Page 20: ...ust charge while being plugged into the wall Below are the instructions for the Voltage Converter if it was included with your purchase 1 Plug the voltage converter into the 220v wall outlet 2 Switch the Inlet Voltage Selector to 220v on rear of converter 3 Plug the charger for the battery into the 110 output 15 ...

Page 21: ...riginal packing is not available wrap the spraygun in bubble wrap place it in a strong cardboard box and surround the gun handle with foam packing Include a return shipping address and a telephone number A form is provided for you at the back of the manual Ship the spraygun via UPS or Parcel Post to Electrostatic Spraying Systems Inc 62 Morrison ST Watkinsville GA 30677 Yearly service will be cond...

Page 22: ...rent ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ Date last serviced ___________________________________________________________________ Problems with the Spraygun or is this just a yearly service ____________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________...

Page 23: ... of the spraygun If the wrong size flow disk or no flow disk is used then the spraygun will not spray or charge efficiently Includes Strainer Flow Disk Air Filter OPTIMAL CONNECTION STANDARD SPRAYGUN SERVICE PARTS_________________________________________________________ 18 ...

Page 24: ...ly clean any obstructions in the liquid line Check that all hose quick connections are connected including hoses connected to the spraygun to the case and the liquid bottle Is the nozzle cover dirty Unscrew the nozzle cover and wash inside nozzle cover with water With the nozzle cover removed check to see if liquid port is clogged Clean out with paper clip or small wire Is the liquid or ambient te...

Page 25: ...Y SHALL NOT APPLY 1 To vendor items which carry their own warranties such as but not limited to engines air compressors and liquid pumps Electrostatic Spraying Systems Inc shall supply replacement parts at list price pending the warranty investigation of the vendor item Vendor items parts such as air compressors liquid pumps solenoids and other such items must be returned before warranty credit 2 ...

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