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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual Owner’s Manual TRG-5 TRG-5 Electrostatic Spraying Systems...
- Page 2 Owner’s Manual TrG-5 electrostatic spraying systems, Inc. 62 Morrison st. · watkinsville, Ga 30677-2749 Ce certification applied for Copyright © 2008, electrostatic spraying systems, Inc. – all rights reserved This manual last updated May 28, 2014...
- Page 3 The products of ess are the result of the efforts and creativity of many people. In addition to input from engineering, marketing and manufac- turing personnel, suggestions from our customers have been imple- mented into the design of our equipment.
- Page 4 Notes ess TrG Owner’s Manual...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table OF COnTenTs Overview of the ess TrG-5 air-assisted electrostatic sprayer .... 1 safe operation of the TrG-5 sprayer ............2 Operator’s responsibility ................2 safety precautions ..................2 Chemical safety precautions ..............2 safety decals ......................3 about the low-voltage system of the MaxCharge™ spray gun ..4 Features of the TrG-5 sprayer ................. - Page 6 Notes ess TrG Owner’s Manual...
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Page 7: Overview Of The Ess Trg-5 Air-Assisted Electrostatic Sprayer
The heart of the TrG-5 is the patented MaxCharge™ nozzle. air and liquid enter separately at the rear of the nozzle. Just before leaving the nozzle, the air hits the liquid stream to make many thou- sands of tiny spray droplets that pass through the charging ring. -
Page 8: Safe Operation Of The Trg-5 Sprayer
before operating equipment, become familiar with all caution and warning decals affixed to the sprayer. Do not allow a child to operate the TrG-5 sprayer. Do not allow adults to operate the sprayer without proper instruction. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons and animals. -
Page 9: Safety Decals
For operator safety, the MaxCharge spray gun is powered by a low- voltage power supply. The rechargeable 9-volt batteries are in the handle of the TrG-5 spray gun. The electrostatic charge imparted to the spray is not strong enough to harm people. some people report feeling a “tingle”... - Page 10 Safety decals appropriate safety decals are placed on ess equipment in order to alert the operator to possible dangers. If decals are missing, please contact ess immediately for replacement decals. ¡ PRECAUCIÓN! WARNING! READ AND FOLLOW THE CHEMICAL LOS PRODUCTOS QUÍMICOS AGRÍCOLAS AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS CAN BE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS...
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Page 11: Features Of The Trg-5 Sprayer
Features of the TRG-5 Sprayer About your TRG-5 sprayer For connection to an existing air supply The TrG-5 is a sprayer that Tank agitator assures mixing of all chemicals depends on an external source Compatible with all conventional chemicals and fungicides of pressurized air. -
Page 12: Operating Instructions
The Parts Kit contains a collection of small parts commonly needed to maintain and repair your TrG-5 sprayer as well as the battery charger for the spray gun, a spray gun shoulder pad, and the TrG-5 Owner’s Manual. Please store your Parts Kit in a safe place for future use. -
Page 13: Setting The Air Pressure For The Incoming Air Flow
Incoming pressure 0–100 For precise measurement of the charge inlet level, contact ESS to purchase the op- lter tional multi-meter kit with specialized probe. ESS S/N AS2572 Spray gun Reel assembly TRG-5 Air ow/Liquid ow ess TrG Owner’s Manual... -
Page 14: Supply Line Drier
TrG-5. air compressors produce warm, moist air which con- densates in air delivery lines during pumping. If allowed to travel into a sprayer, this moisture can corrode or freeze its air lines or regulators. -
Page 15: Trg-5 Maintenance Schedule
If you use heavy wettable powders to spray or if you operate the TrG-5 in a dusty environment, you may need to clean liquid and air filters more often than these rec- ommendations. - Page 16 Notes ess TrG Owner’s Manual...
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Page 17: Reference Section Quick Connects
4. Pull on the socket body to ensure that it is properly seated and cannot be pulled off the plug when the sleeve is down. Pull back on the socket sleeve to open the socket for connection or disconnection. To latch, push the sleeve toward the plug.. ess TrG Owner’s Manual... -
Page 18: Hose Reel And Liquid Inlet Filter
The ball valve allows or restricts airflow to the spray gun. airflow is stopped when the lever is perpendicular to the hose. airflow is open when lever is parallel to the hose ess TrG Owner’s Manual... -
Page 19: Stainless-Steel Tank
Stainless-steel tank The TrG-5 has a 5-gallon (18.9 liter) stainless steel tank. when the com- pressor is operating and the tank pressure gauge is set between 12-15 PsI, the liquid in the tank is continuously agitated. This helps prevent separation and settling of the chemical mixture. -
Page 20: Incoming Air Pressure Regulator
2. Make sure that the air pressure regulator is set above 0 PsI If the air pressure regulator is functioning, the gauge will register above 0 PsI. If the gauge does not register above 0 PsI, contact ess for service. -
Page 21: Tank Pressure Regulator
3. Make sure that the tank pressure regulator is set above 0 PsI. 4. listen to the tank for agitation. If there is agitation, the tank pressure regulator is functioning properly. If there are no agitation sounds, the regulator may be defective. Contact ess for service. ess TrG Owner’s Manual... -
Page 22: Spray Gun Connections
TrG-5 frame. This will ensure that the quick-connect plugs are not damaged while the TrG-5 is be- ing moved. -
Page 23: Spray Gun
Note: TRG-5 units manufactured after March 2009 do not require an air filter on the spray gun air leader. For TrG-5 units manufactured before March 2009, there is an in-line air filter located outside the base of the spray gun in the air hose. It filters dirt out of the air lines. -
Page 24: Trigger
2. Check inside the trigger for blockage. Clean out any debris with compressed air or warm, soapy water. 3. replace the spring and plunger; rethread the brass bolt into the top of the spray gun until tight. ess TrG Owner’s Manual... -
Page 25: Liquid Filter Assembly
The strainer is the active filtering element in the volume of liquid that flows through the line. There is an extra flow disk and an extra strainer in the TrG-5 Parts Kit in case the originals are lost or damaged. 1/8” nPT body (Item 12) -
Page 26: Nozzle Assembly
That is the most important thing you can do to ensure trouble free operation of your TrG-5 sprayer. by cleaning after each and every working day you will avoid the long- term chemical buildup that eventually causes clogs, poor spray patterns and shortens nozzle life. -
Page 27: Pre-Spray Check
You may wish to purchase nutra-sol Tank Cleaner from ess (s/n# 1566), which cuts hard water scale and chemical deposits from the electrode and internal component of the spray gun. The regular use of nutra-sol will keep your equipment operating at peak performance. -
Page 28: Batteries
Order the TrG’s replacement battery pack from ess. To change the batteries: 1. unscrew the two 6-32 x 1/2” Phillips head machine screws which hold the battery cover in place. -
Page 29: Yearly Spray Gun Service
Inc. offers and recommends yearly benefit, services on ess spray guns. For a nominal fee plus the cost of replace- Yearly spray Gun ment parts, ess will thoroughly clean the spray gun, replace any worn service "turns back... -
Page 30: Spraying With Your Ess Sprayer
The ess MaxCharge spray gun is designed to help you do just that – by propelling the chemical spray with a gentle air flow, you can stay well away from the target surface and let the electrostatic attrac- Let the MaxCharge™... -
Page 31: Preparing A Tank Mix
With your new ESS sprayer you need to find out how much water is needed to spray the known area. The amount of water required to spray both houses is the amount of water in which you mix the 6 ounces of chemical in. -
Page 32: Chemical Compatibility
It is also a good idea to treat the water curely, and shake vigorously. with a pH agent. Carefully observe the interac- ESS does not recommend the use of wetting agents or tion between the chemical spreader-stickers. compounds. If the water... -
Page 33: Troubleshooting Guide
If you can- not solve the problem or have a problem with the spray Gun that is not addressed in this manual, contact ess at (706) 769-0025. Symptom... -
Page 34: Trg-5 Spray Gun Service Parts (Drawing)
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Page 35: Trg-5 Spray Gun Service Parts (Key)
TRG-5 service parts Spray gun ITEM QUANTITY NUMBER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION ORDERED aP-5795 Hood nC 5764 nozzle Cover 5771 O-ring, Internal aP-5694 Teflon ring nb-5983 nozzle body, Greenhouse note: Must Send Spray Gun In For Repair 5770 O-ring, external 3731... -
Page 36: Trg-5 Main Unit Assembly Drawing
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Page 37: Trg-5 Service Parts
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Page 38: Trg-5 Tank Assembly Drawing
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Page 39: Warranty
InC. Is auTHOrIZeD TO CHanGe THIs warranTY In anY waY Or GranT anY OTHer warranTY unless suCH CHanGe Is MaDe In wrITInG anD Is sIGneD bY a COrPOraTe OFFICer OF eleCTrOsTaTIC sPraYInG sYsTeMs, InC. ess TrG Owner’s Manual... - Page 40 Notes ess TrG Owner’s Manual...
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Page 41: Spray Gun Repair/Yearly Service Return Form
Spray gun repair/Yearly service return form when returning a spray gun for warranty or repair services to ess, please pack it securely and include the following form with your spray gun. spray Gun serial number: ____________________________________ returned from: Company: ______________________________________...
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