Preparation - Goldacres Batchmate Operator's & Parts Manual

Preparation

IMPORTANT: Do not run pump dry as this
may cause damage to the pump.
IMPORTANT: Never leave the "AGITATOR
VENTURI OFF VALVE" in the OFF position
when the pump is running
NOTE: Ensure you operate the unit on level
ground to prevent oil alert being activated.
NOTE: Only clean fresh water from water
source should be used for rinsing drums in the
drum rinse.
Checks
If the chemical is to be added through the
Chemical Probe connection, this can be done
during the tank filling process or after the tank
has the required amount of water.
1. Inspect the unit to ensure there is no
damage or wear which could lead to injury,
further damage or reduce its performance.
2. Check all hoses and fittings, including
rinse gun, for leaks or damage.
3. Check all bolts and nuts to make sure they
are tight and secure.
4. Check all ball valves and taps are easy to
move.
5. Check engine as per included
manufacturer's operator manual.
6. Check pump as per included
manufacturer's operator manual.
Adding Granular
Chemical
1. Follow the checks outlined under
'Preparation' section.
WARNING: PPE must be on during this
procedure.
2. Remove quick release coupling cap from
the suction valve inlet.
3. Connect suction hose to the tank fill inlet.
4. Turn the suction valve to the from water
source position. Lever cross ways.
5. Ensure the sprayer fill ball valve is in the off
position, horizontal.
6. Ensure the ball valve on the left is in the
agitator on position.
7. Follow instructions for use of the pump
for filling as per pump manufacturers
operators manual included.
8. Start the engine.
9. Fill the tank with approximately 300 L of
fresh water, or to just above the agitator fill
ports.
10. Turn the suction valve to from batchmate
so the water is cycling through the tank.
11. Open the smaller lid on the main tank and
add the chemical required by tipping in or
use the Drumbuster implement to empty
the drums.
WARNING: PPE Cut and Puncture
resistant gloves to Level 4 should be worn.
12. Close the lid of the tank.
13. Turn the suction valve to the from water
source position. Lever cross ways.
14. To rinse the drums, if required, open the
red flip valve drum rinse, then open the
large lid of the tank, cover the nozzle with
the drum then turn on the drum rinse tap
to rinse, when finished turn the tap off
before removing the drum. When drums
are rinsed, replace the lid on the tank and
turn off the drum rinse flip valve.
15. When the water level is reached,turn the
suction valve to from batchmate. This will
keep the chemical mixed and ready to be
transferred to a sprayer tank.
Using Chemical Probe -
Empty Tank
1. Follow the checks outlined under
'Preparation' section.
WARNING: PPE must be on during this
procedure.
2. Remove quick release coupling cap from
the suction valve inlet.
3. Connect suction hose to the suction fill
inlet.
4. Turn the suction valve to the from water
source position. Lever cross ways.
5. Ensure the sprayer fill ball valve is in the off
position, horizontal.
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