Hardi ES 50, Operator'S Manual

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Page 3: ...ake changes in design material or specification without notice thereof HARDI and other product names are registered trademarks of HARDI Inc in the U S and in other countries ESTATE SPRAYERS GAS ENGINE Operator s Manual 67301103 6 01 ...

Page 4: ...rol Operation 14 5 0 NOZZLE SELECTION 16 5 1 Handgun Nozzle Selection 16 5 2 Boom Nozzle Selection 16 6 0 CALIBRATION 18 6 1 Calibration Ounce Method 19 7 0 MAINTENANCE 19 7 1 Cleaning The Sprayer 19 7 2 Lubrication 21 7 3 Nozzle Filters 22 7 4 Nozzle Tubes and Fittings 22 7 5 Pump Maintenance 22 7 6 Boom Maintenance 23 8 0 STORAGE 24 8 1 Preparation After Storage 24 9 0 TROUBLESHOOTING 25 10 0 TE...

Page 5: ... s Manual before using your equipment You will find many helpful hints as well as important safety and operation information Some of the features on your HARDI Estate Sprayer were suggested by growers There is no substitute for on farm experience and we invite your comments and suggestions Please address your correspondence to the Service Manager at one of these branches Sincerely Tom L Kinzenbaw ...

Page 6: ...riming and can be run dry without damage The ES 50 and ES 80 sprayers are equipped with the ET manual control which features on off control for boom and handgun pressure adjustment pump bypass agitation remote pressure safety valve and a 2 1 2 pressure gauge The SM 50 and SM 80 sprayers are equipped with the M600 Brass manual control which features on off control for handgun optional boom pressure...

Page 7: ...del 60L spraygun features an adjustable spray nozzle for varying the spray width The standard spraygun features 25 of 1 2 hose on the hose wrap optional 40 Since this book covers options available for several different Estate Sprayers please pay attention to the sections dealing specifically with your model SM 80 with Spraygun and Hose Wrap SM 80 with Spraygun and Hose Reel ES 80 with 14 HD Boom ...

Page 8: ...AD THE OPERATOR S MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT DO NOT REMOVE ANY SAFETY DEVICES OR SHIELDS NEVER SERVICE CLEAN OR REPAIR A MACHINE WHILE IT IS OPERATING WARNING ALWAYS WATCH FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IT MEANS ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED ...

Page 9: ...2 Operating The Sprayer Safely 1 Read the complete manual carefully and become familiar with the operation of the equipment before initial operation in each spray ing season Failure to do so may result in possible over or under application of spray solution and may lead to personal injury 2 Always keep children away from your estate sprayer 3 Never pull your estate sprayer behind a truck on public...

Page 10: ...ontaminate sprayer where chemicals will not drift or run off to contaminate people animals vegetation water supply etc Locate this area where there is no chance of children coming in contact with this residue 5 Decontaminate equipment used in mixing transferring and applying chemicals after use Follow the instructions on the chemical label for the correct procedure required Wash spray residue from...

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Page 12: ...K UTILITY VEHICLE HAS SUFFICIENT CARRYING CAPACITY FOR YOUR SPRAYER PLUS THE WEIGHT OF THE SPRAY LIQUID IMPORTANT The HARDI Estate sprayers equipped with gas en gines are shipped from the factory without oil in the engine crankcase or reduction gearbox 2 Before operating the gas engine you must A Check the engine crankcase oil level B Check the reduction gearbox oil level C Fill the gas tank D Mak...

Page 13: ... TO PREVENT FOREIGN PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE TANK NEVER LET THE FILLING HOSE ENTER THE TANK CHEMICALS MAY CONTAMINATE THE WATER SUPPLY LINES PLANT AND OR WELL 4 1 CONTROLS The ES and SM series estate sprayers use different controls for operating The ES 50 and ES 80 sprayers use the ET manual control Section 4 2 while the SM 50 and SM 80 use the M600 brass manual control Section 4 3 ...

Page 14: ...s from the tank to the distribution valves B Fig 1 Fluid that is not required for use by the boom or spraygun is returned to the tank through the bypass line and agitation nozzle F Fig 1 When the boom valve is open fluid flows to the boom D Fig 1 When the spraygun valve is open and the red handle on the spraygun is depressed fluid flows to the spraygun C Fig 1 If the boom and spraygun valves are o...

Page 15: ... Refer to Section 5 0 for nozzle selection and calibration Spraygun Operation 7 To operate the spraygun turn switch 2 Fig 2 off and switch 3 Fig 2 on Then depress the red handle 5 Fig 2 to spray water from the spraygun Check the pressure on gauge 4 Fig 2 and follow step 6 to adjust 8 To adjust the spray pattern turn the black handle 6 Fig 2 OUT for a narrow spray pattern for long distances and IN ...

Page 16: ...led make sure boom valve 7 Fig 4 is closed 5 Start the engine Fluid System Overview When the 500 600 pump A Fig 3 is running pressurized fluid flows from the tank to the M600 brass manual control B Fig 3 When the main ON OFF valve is OFF fluid is returned to the tank through the bypass line and agitation nozzle D Fig 3 When the main ON OFF valve is ON and the red handle on the spraygun is depresse...

Page 17: ...ust 8 To adjust the spray pattern turn the black handle 6 Fig 4 OUT for a narrow spray pattern for long distances and IN for a wide pattern for more coverage at close distances 9 To stop liquid flow to the spraygun and optional boom turn main ON OFF handle to position 2 Fig 4 The entire fluid flow from the pump will then return to the tank through the by pass line 10 To operate optional boom turn ...

Page 18: ...ine driven systems If you find by using the following directions and nozzle chart that these nozzles are not the correct size for your spraying needs other nozzles are available from your HARDI Dealer NOTE A Calibration Nozzles Manual HARDI ref no 67000103 is available from your HARDI dealer which contains more detailed information for calibration and nozzle selection TO USE THE FOLLOWING CHART 1 ...

Page 19: ...5 0 17 0 18 16 3 19 3 22 2 25 2 26 7 10 9 12 9 14 8 16 8 17 8 8 2 9 7 11 1 12 6 13 3 6 5 7 7 8 9 10 1 10 7 5 4 6 4 7 4 8 4 8 9 ISO F 015 110 GREEN 371765 NOZZLE PSI 3 MPH GPA at MPH 2 MPH GPM 6 MPH 5 MPH 4 MPH 50 60 40 30 20 0 071 0 087 0 100 0 113 0 122 10 5 12 9 14 8 16 8 18 1 7 0 8 6 9 9 11 2 12 1 5 3 6 5 7 4 8 4 9 1 4 2 5 2 5 9 6 7 7 2 3 5 4 3 5 0 5 6 6 0 ISO F 01 110 ORANGE 371764 50 60 40 30...

Page 20: ...th of time noted The amount of water sprayed provides a direct reading of application rate Slight adjustments are then made by varying the pressure Here are some tips to remember when using the calibration kit method 1 Calibrate with clean water only 2 Follow the instructions in the calibration kit carefully 3 Before calibration check the flow of each nozzle If it puts out more than 10 of its orig...

Page 21: ...ces 15 U S gallons per acre NOTE This method only works if the nozzle spacing is 20 For conversion to Imperial gallons per acre multiply U S GPA x 833 For conversion to liters per hectare multiply U S GPA x 9 34 For conversion to liters per acre multiply U S GPA x 3 78 7 0 MAINTENANCE WARNING UNCLEAN SPRAYERS CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO PEOPLE AND ANIMALS NEVER LEAVE A SPRAYER CONTAIN ING CHEMICALS WHERE ...

Page 22: ...d or lawn you have just sprayed 2 Select and use the appropriate protective clothing Select detergent suitable for cleaning and suitable deactivation agents if necessary 3 Rinse and clean sprayer and tractor externally Use detergent if necessary 4 Remove all filters and clean them Be careful not to damage the mesh Replace filters when the sprayer is completely clean 5 With the pump running rinse t...

Page 23: ...he tank lid open NOTE If the sprayer is cleaned with a high pressure cleaner we recommend lubrication of the entire machine 7 2 Lubrication Every 40 hours of operation new grease should be applied to the pump and boom Use a high quality multi purpose lithium based grease When greasing the pump use only 2 to 3 pumps from a grease gun For easier application of grease to the boom place the wing in th...

Page 24: ... Foreign materials Therefore in case of leaks DO NOT overtighten any fittings Fig 5 Disassemble check the condition and position of the O ring or gasket clean lubricate and then reassemble For radial seals O ring Fig 5 only hand tighten the fittings Do not use pliers or wrenches The O rings need to be lubricated ALL THE WAY AROUND before fitting on to the nozzle HARDI recommends using a vegetable ...

Page 25: ...ump is not blocked Use the following torque chart when re tightening bolts Diaphragm Bolt 18 5 Ft Lbs Diaphragm Cover Bolts 37 Ft Lbs Valve Cover Bolts 500 22 Ft Lbs Valve Cover Bolts 600 34 Ft Lbs 7 6 Boom Maintenance The 6 FD boom breakaway should be adjusted tightly enough so that the boom stays securely in the upright folded position during transport yet loosely enough that the boom easily swi...

Page 26: ... glycol base anti freeze mixture at the ratio for the desired temperature protection Run the pump and circulate the anti freeze through the distribution valves and boom lines Spray the handgun into the tank until anti freeze sprays out to make sure the line is full of anti freeze NOTE Never use diesel fuel in a sprayer 5 When the sprayer is dry remove rust from any scratches in the paint and touch...

Page 27: ...p valves for obstructions and wear Replace valves if necessary Section 7 5 E Check pressure gauge A Check that suction filter is not partially clogged B Check that pressure regula tor is functioning properly C Check that non drip nozzle diaphragms are functioning correctly should open at 10 PSI D Check safety valve for weak or broken valve spring E Check pressure gauge A Replace diaphragm s Sectio...

Page 28: ...prayer B Check chemical container instructions C Did weather conditions affect application D Take care when driving not to overlap or miss spraying E Did you stop vehicle in field or lawn and leave sprayer running 9 0 TROUBLESHOOTING cont 500 1 220 PSI 15 Bar 4 2 GPM 16 l min PUMP MODEL Number of Diaphragms Maximum Pressure Maximum Flow 540 RPM 600 2 220 PSI 15 Bar 8 2 GPM 31 l min ...

Page 29: ...nches Sprayer Type Empty Weight lbs ES 50 ES 80 50 80 14 6 6 14 Optional 6 7 6 7 13 4 13 4 85 x 42 x 39 99 x 45 x 40 264 312 SM 50 50 14 13 4 57 x 28 x 49 194 SM 80 80 14 13 4 68 x 24 x 51 210 10 2 Sprayer Specifications 10 3 Safety Decals 10533203 10533103 10533003 Red Reflector Decal 10533803 Amber Reflector Decal 10533903 ...

Page 30: ...28 HARDI GAS ENGINE ESTATE SPRAYER OPERATOR S MANUAL 11 0 PARTS DRAWINGS 500 PUMP ...

Page 31: ...29 HARDI GAS ENGINE ESTATE SPRAYER OPERATOR S MANUAL 600 PUMP ...

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Page 43: ...by any common carrier and under no circumstances within or without the warranty period will HARDI be liable for damages of loss of use or damages resulting from delay or any consequential damage 2 We cannot be held responsible for loss of livestock loss of crops loss because of delays in harvesting or any expense or loss incurred for labor supplies substitute machinery rental for any other reason ...

Page 44: ...ring the first twelve months after date of purchase at 20 of the then current retail price during the second year at 40 during the third year at 60 during the fourth year and at 80 during the fifth year This five year extended warranty is subject in each instance to the pump being inspected and approved for replacement or repair by HARDI personnel before HARDI will accept any liability hereunder 1...

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Page 48: ...1 4160 337 Sovereign Rd London Ontario N6M 1A6 Phone 519 659 2771 Fax 519 659 2821 For Product Service or Warranty Information Please contact your local HARDI dealer To contact HARDI directly Please use the HARDI Customer Service number 1 866 770 7063 Or send your email to CUSTSERV hardi us com HARDI NORTH AMERICA INC Visit us online at www hardi us com ...