Winter Storage - Hardi EAGLE 3PT Boom Operator's Manual

9.3 Winter Storage

When the spraying season is over you should devote some extra time
to cleaning and preparing the sprayer for storage.
Hoses
Check that none of the hoses are caught or have sharp bends. A leaky
hose can give an annoying delay in the middle of the spraying job.
Therefore check all the hoses and change them if there is any doubt
about the physical condition.
Paint
Some chemicals are very hard on paints. It is therefore recommended
to remove rust, if any, and then touch up the paint.
EC Operating unit (When fitted)
When the sprayer is put away the control box and the multi-plug must
be protected against moisture and dirt. If possible use a plastic bag to
cover the plug.
PTO Transmission Shaft (If applicable)
Check that the transmission shaft is in good working condition, e.g.
that the shield and protective tubes are in place and in good condition.
Anti-freeze Precaution
If the EAGLE 3 point boom is not stored in a frost-free place, you
should take the following precautions:
1. Drain as much water as possible from spray boom hoses and
nozzle tubes.
2. Pour in a mixture of ethylene glycol base anti-freeze and water at
the ratio for the desired temperature protection ( Volume of mixture
should be about 1% of tank volume).
3. Run the sprayer and circulate the anti-freeze in the pump, controls
and boom lines. The anti-freeze solution prevents the O-rings and
gaskets from drying out.
WARNING: NEVER USE OIL OR DIESEL FUEL IN A SPRAYER.
Remove nozzles and screens. Clean and store in a safe, dry location
away from children and animals. Remove pressure gauges and store
upright in a warm dry location.
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