PSI = Pounds Per Square Inch / GPM = Gallons Per Minute
Gallons per Acre Based on Water - 17 1/2" Spacing
Note: The same figures are used for 1, 2, or 3 nozzles.
Rate Chart for Boomless Nozzles
Gallons per 1000 Sq. Ft. Based on Water - 17 1/2" Spacing
Gallons per 100 Sq. Ft. Based on Water - 17 1/2" Spacing
MPH = Miles Per Hour / FPM = Feet Per Minute
The only difference will be with the width of the spray swath.
** The rate of spray as shown in the chart will remain the same with 1 or 2 Nozzles. **
1.68
G.P.M.
Capacity
(3 Nozzles)
2.05
2.40
P.S.I.
Pressure
30
40
20
1 MPH
0.090
0.078
0.064
0.045
0.039
0.032
2 MPH
28.0
14.0
20
1.68
2.05
2.40
2.40
2.05
(3 Nozzles)
Capacity
G.P.M.
1.68
P.S.I.
40
20
30
Pressure
40
30
1 MPH 2 MPH
0.64
0.78
0.90
0.45
0.32
0.39
34.4
39.6
19.8
17.2
G.P.M.
Capacity
(3 Nozzles)
Pressure
P.S.I.
1 MPH 2 MPH
8 MPH
0.012
0.010
0.008
5 MPH
0.018
0.016
0.013
0.030
0.026
0.021
3 MPH
0.020
0.023
0.016
4 MPH
6 MPH
0.015
0.013
0.011
8 MPH
8 MPH
0.10
0.12
0.08
5.6
4.7
3.5
9.4
7.0
5 MPH
3 MPH 4 MPH
0.30
0.26
0.21
0.23
0.20
0.16
11.4
13.2
9.9
8.6
6 MPH
0.13
0.15
0.11
0.18
0.13
0.16
5.7
6.6
7.9
6.9
5.0
4.3
5 MPH
3 MPH 4 MPH
6 MPH
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 FIMCO Tank
Neutralizer and Cleaner, and repeat cleaning instructions above.
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
ON/OFF Switch Information For Your Sprayer
"o" is OFF
(12 Volt Pump)
"-" is ON
in the ON (-) position
This switch is shown
"ON" position before operating your sprayer.
Make sure BOTH of these switches are in the
number system, where 1=ON and 0=OFF)
(These symbols are based off the binary
"o" is for the OFF position
"-" is for the ON position
Things you need to know about the switches:
your battery connecting cable. (in most cases)
plastic cover. A similar switch will be located on
'rear' of the pump, located underneath a clear
switches. The one on the pump will be at the
Your sprayer may be equipped with (2) ON/OFF
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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.
Using the Boom Nozzles
Four things must be considered before spraying with the boom:
How much chemical must be mixed in the tank.
1.
Rate of spray (gallons per acre to be sprayed)
2.
What pressure (p.s.i.) will be used.
3.
Speed traveled (mph) while spraying.
4.
- Refer to the chemical label to determine your chemical mixture.
- See the tip chart to determine the pressure to be used. The
chart will also show the speed used when spraying.
- Start the pump and open the valves to the boom nozzles.
- Check the spray pattern. Usually you can see the coverage
better on a solid concrete surface, such as a driveway.
- The boomless nozzles should be approx. 33" above the objects
being sprayed.
