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TROUBLESHOOTING
A) Atomiser disc spins but does not spray or sprays irregularly. Check:
The feed nozzle. If the feed nozzle is incorrectly fitted refit it properly, if it is
blocked remove and soak in soapy water.
Never
blow through the feed nozzle
with your mouth.
The atomiser disc is clean and undamaged. Clean or replace.
The flow valve and refilling system for blockages (if using a backpack). Rinse
through with soapy water (or kerosene if using ULV products).
The red bottle cap is screwed on correctly and undamaged (if using the one litre
twin neck bottle) and that the seal inside the cap is in place and undamaged.
B) Atomiser disc fails to spin or spins unevenly/intermittently. Check:
The switch. If the brass screw looks worn turn it to a new position (with unworn
thread) using a screwdriver or coin.
That the batteries are fitted correctly.
The condition of the batteries (see below). Replace if necessary.
That the extension tube is clean and moves freely.
That the electrical terminals and contact points are clean and that electrical wires
are not broken or corroded. Check that the terminal connecting springs on the
motor are in place if the spray head has previously been disassembled.
If the atomiser disc is rubbing on the motor base plate or the motor shaft is bent,
Replace the disc or motor if necessary (see ‘STORAGE AND
MAINTENANCE’ for motor replacement).
The motor for corrosion or obvious signs of wear. Replace if necessary (see
‘STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE’ for motor replacement).
C) Liquid leaks from the bottle holder on the spray head. Check:
The red bottle cap is screwed on correctly and undamaged (if using the one litre
twin neck bottle) and that the seal inside the cap is in place and undamaged.
The flow valve is closed (if using a backpack and refilling system).
The feed nozzle. If the feed nozzle is incorrectly fitted refit it properly, if it is
blocked remove and soak in soapy water (or kerosene if using ULV products).
Never
blow through the feed nozzle with your mouth.
N.B. Battery condition can be checked with a torch (or a torch lightbulb and electrical
wire).