Smithco Spray Star 1006, Operator'S Manual

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Operation

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SPRAYER CHECKOUT

Before spraying check all connections related to the Sprayer Control assembly. Particular attention should be
given to the speed sensor to be sure the sensor and bolts or magnets are in-line and secured.

Whenever you are working around a sprayer or farm chemicals, be sure to wear protective

clothing and eyewear.

Partially fill the sprayer tank with water to flush the system and to make a visual check of the spray

tips to be sure all tips are delivering a good spray pattern.

Follow these steps, in sequence, being sure the Master Boom Switch is in its "OFF" position:

1. Be sure the tank shut-off valve is open.

2. Start the engine, engage pump, and set the rpm to that which will be used when spraying.

3. Switch the computer on by depressing the 

 key on the display panel.

4. Turn "ON" the toggle switches for each of the spray booms on your sprayer.

5. Ensure that the Auto/Man key indicates manual mode.

6. Now, toggle the Master switch to "on."

7. Adjust the pressure with the ± switch.

At this point, the sprayer will be activated and spray tip performance can be visually checked. The ± switch can
be used to raise or lower your spraying pressure. To stop spraying, toggle the Master switch to "OFF."

The above steps provide a quick way to checkout your sprayer and computerized control system.

THE SPRAYING OPERATION

You have filled the sprayer tank and have thoroughly mixed the chemical(s). Your application  rate has been
determined as well as the spray tip you will be using, with the sprayer data programmed into the computer.

1. Switch the computer on by depressing the 

 key on the display panel.

2. Toggle the boom switches to their "ON" position, for each of the booms on your sprayer.

3. Take notes of the "numbered" booms on each side of the sprayer, so that the appropriate boom can be

toggled "OFF" as necessary.

4. While spraying with the Master switch "ON", you can scroll through the different displays using the 

key until the information you want is on the display:

a.

actual application rate in GPA (G/1000ft

2

)

b.

vehicle speed in MPH

c.

pressure in PSI

d.

tip being used

5. Adjust the target application rate with the 

 and 

 keys.

As you enter the field to the point where you will begin spraying, turn the Master boom switch to "ON" position.

This will activate the spraying operation. Maintain your usual vehicle speed for spraying. Use the  

 and 

keys to boost the application rate if needed. Small changes in vehicle speed are compensated by automatic rate
controller while spraying in Auto mode.

If for any reason you need to stop, turn the MASTER BOOM SWITCH to "OFF."