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Operation
SPRAY OPERATION
(CONTINUED)
TO PREVENT CORROSION
After cleaning the pump as directed, flush it with a permanent type automobile antifreeze (Prestone, Zerex,
etc.) containing a rust inhibitor. Use a 50% solution that is, half antifreeze and half water. Then coat the interior
of the pump with a substance which will prevent corrosion such as Fluid Film or WD40. If unit will not be used
for an extended period of time, disconnect hoses into and out of the pump, seal openings to the pump with
caps or tape. Dispose of fluids according to all federal, state and local regulations.
All chemicals and chemical residue must be removed after each use. Dispose of fluids and
residue according to all federal, state and local regulations.
SPRAYER CLEANING
Empty tank and clean unit thoroughly after each use following these instructions:
1. Remove coupling and rinse inside of tank thoroughly with clean water, replace coupling.
2. Fill tank ten percent full with clean water, start pump and discharge water through spray hose or spray
boom (with nozzles removed), until empty.
3. Remove drain coupling again and rinse tank interior thoroughly.
4. Rinse exterior of sprayer thoroughly with clean water.
5. Remove bowl from sprayer filter (on operators right hand side of the spray tank). Remove stainless steel
screen. Wash bowl and screen thoroughly. Apply thin layer of petroleum jelly to O-ring or gasket. Replace
screen and bowl, taking care to position o-ring or gasket properly. Hand tighten.
6. Remove and clean Flow Meter turbine and inlet hub. Clean off all metal filings and wettable powders
which have hardened on the plastic and metal parts. Check the inlet hub and turbine assembly for worn
or damaged turbine blades and bearings. Flush Flow Meter with clear water and drain.
MANUAL HOSE REEL
Located at the back of the Spray Star behind the tank. Open the ball valve located on the left side of the mani-
fold ball valve to allow fluid to flow into the hose reel. Place the lockout pin in the unlocked position by pulling
and turning it half a turn, this will allow you to pull out additional hose or to use the handle and wind up the
hose. To prevent movement during transport or storage place the lockout pin in the locked position.
ELECTRIC HOSE REEL
Located at the back of the Spray Star behind the tank. Open the ball valve located on the left side of the mani-
fold ball valve to allow fluid to flow into the hose reel. To unwind hose just pull on the hose to get the desired
amount. To wind up the hose make sure the toggle switch is in the ON position, push the momentary push
button switch until you have reeled in the amount of hose desire. Turn off the safety switch when not in use.
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