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Instruction Manual
Publication Part Number: 9009
Revision: 2

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Publication Part Number: 9009 Revision: 2...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    (10 to 30 litres/hectare). A governed electric motor spins the atomiser disc at a con- stant 2,800 rpm to produce uniform spray droplets of around 200 micron; large enough to minimise any risk of spray drift. Liquid is fed by gravity through colour...

  • Page 4: Safety

    A90 atomiser cone housing only). The sprayer can also be supplied with a valve/handle conversion, as the HERBIFLEX -4 Extra, which allows Micron spray bottles to be fitted directly to the sprayer. SAFETY Using agrochemicals is a hazardous process. Operators should comply with all relevant legislation and/or regulations governing the use of agrochemicals and should use appropriate personal protective equipment (see 'OPERATOR PROTECTION').

  • Page 5: Operator Protection

    The sprayer is delivered in a collapsed form. To assemble ready for spraying: Extend the sprayer and securely connect the feed tube to the flow valve. Instructions on assembling Micron Micropak backpacks are contained in the tank. The shoulder strap (if supplied) should be connected to the battery case...

  • Page 6: Before Spraying For The First Time

    2) Remove the switch end 3) Insert four batteries (D-cell/R20) piece as shown on the label. negative, i.e. flat, end first. BEFORE SPRAYING FOR THE FIRST TIME Before spraying for the first time use water and liquid detergent only to familiarise your- self with the sprayer and check the spray pattern produced.
  • Page 7 If the spray head is horizontal the spray If the head is angled downwards the should project forward about 0.6 m and band width will be reduced. The an- produce a pattern or band around 0.5 m gle of the spray head should not ex- wide using the standard atomiser cone ceed 45°...

  • Page 8: Mixing, Filling And Calibration

    Mixing and filling is generally the most hazardous process in the spraying operation. Always follow the label instructions. Always use a filter (fitted in the Micron Mi- cropak backpacks) and use a funnel if filling a container with a small neck. Only mix enough spray for the area to be treated thereby avoiding the need for disposal of unused spray mix.
  • Page 9 (Gramoxone) which is classified as toxic should not therefore be used through the HERBIFLEX-4 at concentrations greater than recommended on the label. Micron do not generally recommend using spray mixes more than ten times the maximum concentration recommended for high volume application with knapsack sprayers.
  • Page 10 Never use leaking equipment. Take care to avoid spillage when filling or lifting the tank. Fill the tank with water Wipe the tank with a dry cloth. Mix well by gently shaking the tank. Place the tank on the operator's back. Examples of mixing spray - for 1 hectare a) glyphosate (360 g/l): 2 litres...
  • Page 11 CALIBRATION The formula below gives the relationship between swath (i.e. band) width, flow rate, walking speed and total spray volume: Flow rate (ml/min) = 6 x total spray volume (l/ha) x walking speed (m/s) x band width (m) To help calibrate the HERBIFLEX-4 a calculator disc is provided with the sprayer. This is used as below: 1.
  • Page 12 6. Fit the feed nozzle which is likely to give this feed rate using the table below as a guide: Increased Flow rate White Brown Blue Yellow* Orange* Red* Feed nozzle Do not use Do not use Do not use Flow rate Thin liquids Thick liquids 10-15 15-25...

  • Page 13: To Start Spraying

    TO START SPRAYING Before spraying for the first time check the operation of the sprayer using water and a little detergent only. (see 'BEFORE SPRAYING FOR THE FIRST TIME'). Check the wind speed and direction (below 5 kph is safest). Take special care to avoid drift by keeping the spray head as low as possible.

  • Page 14: After Spraying

    AFTER SPRAYING 1. Dispose of any surplus spray mix ac- cording to the product approval. Store products safely, locked up and out of the reach of children. 2. It is essential to clean the sprayer and bottle or backpack thoroughly using water and detergent after use.
  • Page 15 TO REFIT THE ATOMISER DISC When refitting the atomiser disc it is important to ensure that it is correctly located in the atomiser cone housing and motor housing to avoid damage. atomiser motor disc shaft bayonet keyhole slot screw atomiser cone housing First, lower the atomiser disc into the Then fit the motor housing, taking care...

  • Page 16: Storage

    STORAGE Before storing the HERBIFLEX-4 for long periods disassemble the sprayer by re- moving the four screws in the battery case and clean all electrical contacts with a wire brush or similar. Reassemble and with the sprayer in the collapsed position i.e. bat- teries removed, store in a dry place away from direct sunlight.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Atomiser disc spins but does not spray or sprays irregularly. Check: - the feed nozzle. If the feed nozzle is blocked remove and soak in soapy water. Never blow through the nozzle with your mouth. - that the feed nozzle gives a flow rate within the operating range - the atomiser disc is clean and undamaged.

  • Page 18: Parts Information

    HERBIFLEX 4 AND ACCESSORIES 10 11 13 14...
  • Page 19 HERBIFLEX 4 AND ACCESSORIES - PARTS LIST ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 5404A MICROPACK 5L BACKPACK SEE PAGE 26 5207A MICROPACK - 10 LITRE BACKPACK SEE PAGE 28 5107C SHOULDER STRAP(ULVA+_HERBI 4) 4390 BOTTLE 2.5 LITRES 4489 CAP, BOTTLE 2.5L 5353 WAD SEAL, BOTTLE 2.5L HX4_009 HANDLE VALVE CONVERSION ASSY...
  • Page 20 HERBIFLEX 4 STANDARD COMPONENTS...
  • Page 21 HERBIFLEX 4 STANDARD COMPONENTS - PARTS LIST ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 7831 CABLE TIE 4309/110 TUBE 8 MM OD X 5 MM ID 6028 CLIP HOSE 9.1 WIRE 5779 UNION NUT 5778 HOSE CONNECTOR 6MM 5776A TAP ASSEMBLY 6029 CLIP 11.9MM HOSE SELF TIGHTENING 5075 KNUCKLE JOINT...
  • Page 22 HANDLE CONVERSION ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 23 HANDLE CONVERSION ASSEMBLY - PARTS LIST ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 4309 TUBE 8 MM OD X 5 MM ID 5102 NUT, UNION 5088 VALVE / HOSE CONNECTOR 4917 VALVE, WITH O-RING 5272 O-RING BS1806-013 10.82 X 1.78 6770 ADAPTER, VALVE HANDLE 5479 GRIP, HANDLE 5483...
  • Page 24 HERBIFLEX 4 HEAD COMPONENTS...
  • Page 25 HERBIFLEX 4 HEAD COMPONENTS - PARTS LIST ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 4916 MOTOR TERMINAL COVER 4915 SCREW M5 X 16 4907 WING NUT MHX_103 HERBIFLEX MOTOR HOUSING ASSEMBLY 5076A ATOMISER DISC ASSEMBLY 4910A ATOMISER CONE ASSEMBLY 4911 DEFLECTOR 5027 SCREW NO.4 3/8"...
  • Page 26 MICROPACK 5 LITRE BACKPACK...
  • Page 27 MICROPACK 5 LITRE BACKPACK - PARTS LIST ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 5107_125 STRAP 5208A CAP ASSEMBLY 5449 FILTER BOWL 5404 BACKPACK, 5 LITRE 5464 CLIP NO. 12 5414 HOSE 8.0 I.D X 12.0MM O.D 6029 CLIP 11.9MM HOSE SELF TIGHTENING 5776A TAP ASSEMBLY 5778...
  • Page 28 MICROPACK 10 LITRE BACKPACK...
  • Page 29 MICROPACK 10 LITRE BACKPACK - PARTS LIST ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 9154 STRAP ASSEMBLY 5219A+2X STRAP ASSEMBLY C/W 2 X 5406 5406 8733 10L BACKPACK FRAME 5863 MULTIPURPOSE FIXING M5 X 50 5208A CAP ASSEMBLY 5449 FILTER BOWL 5207 10L TANK 4877 WASHER 2BA FLAT BRASS...
  • Page 30 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Name of manufacturer or supplier: Micron Sprayers Ltd. Full postal address: Bromyard Industrial Estate, BROMYARD, Herefordshire Country of origin: England Post code: HR7 4HS Description of Product: Battery powered, hand-held agricultural spraying machine. Name and model number of machine:...
  • Page 32 Copyright © Micron Sprayers Ltd. 2015 General Enquiries: Australian Enquiries: Micron Group Micron Group Bromyard Industrial Estate, P.O. Box 1246, Berri 5343, Bromyard, Herefordshire, South Australia HR7 4HS, U.K. T +61 (0)8 8582 4077 T +44 (0)1885 482397 E enquiries@enviromist.com.au F +44 (0)1885 483043 enquiries@micron.co.uk...