Rapid Spray Spot Ranger Operators Handbook INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Rapid Spray 12V Spot Ranger Sprayer which has been designed for effortless spraying of herbicides and pesticides. The design of the tank enables the unit to be mounted onto the cargo rack of an ATV or on the back of a utility vehicle, trailer or tractor or such like vehicle.
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Rapid Spray Spot Ranger Operators Handbook WARNINGS 1. When mounting to any vehicle ensure that you have read the Vehicle Owner’s Manual and that you comply with all the weight restrictions as specified by the vehicle manufacturer, as overloading can cause injury or death.
Rapid Spray Spot Ranger Operators Handbook PRODUCT RISK ASSESSMENT TASK HAZARDS RISK CONTROL MEASURES 1. Partially fill the Manual handling; Medium Concentrate on tasks; follow safe tank with water, slips, trips or falls; manual handling techniques: - don’t connect the battery (if finger jammed;...
Install drain bung. Fit lid on top of tank. OPERATION The following steps are given as a guide to operate your Spot Ranger sprayer. • When mounting sprayer to vehicle using a ratchet tie-down strap, check that the spray tank is still secure after the first 15 minutes of operation and re-tighten if necessary.
Rapid Spray Spot Ranger Operators Handbook MIXING & FILLING The following steps are given as a guide to mixing and filling your Spot Ranger sprayer. • Read the product and follow the instructions carefully, taking special note with regard to the order in which the products are added to the tank.
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Rapid Spray Spot Ranger Operators Handbook Setting up your Sprayer & Adjusting the Regulator • Prior to commencing spraying, you will need to adjust the regulator knob (blue) to suit the desired pressure and spraying style. • Winding the regulator clockwise will increase spraying pressure. Winding it counter clockwise will return liquid to the tank, increasing mixing and reducing spraying pressure.
Rapid Spray Spot Ranger Operators Handbook CALIBRATION GUIDELINES FOR SPRAY GUNS Non-calibrated spray nozzles can lead to inaccurate application rates, spray patterns and droplet size, which can reduce herbicide effectiveness. The first and most important step in sprayer calibration is to choose the correct nozzle type and size for your application.
Rapid Spray Spot Ranger Operators Handbook MAINTENANCE The following steps are given as a guide to maintain your Spot Ranger: • After use, the sprayer must be thoroughly decontaminated including tank, pump, hoses and hand lance to avoid damage to crops from harmful spray residue and to the sprayer from corrosion or abrasion.
Rapid Spray Spot Ranger Operators Handbook EXPLODED DIAGRAM OF ALL MODELS Leads not pictured & Around base of hose entering tank At end of hose For all SVR models 60L - 90L with 12V pump. NB: tank pictured is not indicative of every model, but basic equipment is the same.
Rapid Spray Spot Ranger Operators Handbook ACCESSORIES ZERO TURN TRAILER KIT - ATK055095TZ • Long drawbar for extra sharp turning up to 90° • Excellent ground clearance with wide track for greater stability • Sturdy powder coated steel frame with 10°...
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