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Operator's Manual
ARBUS 270
English Version / MI - 0102
EDITION No. 09/2016
Code: 783324
Máquinas Agrícolas Jacto
Rua Dr. Luiz Miranda, 1650
17580-000 - Pompéia - SP - Brasil
Tel.: (14) 3405-2100 Fax: (14) 3452-1916
CNPJ: 55.064.562/0001-90
e-mail: jacto@jacto.com.br
www.jacto.com.br

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  • Page 1 ARBUS 270 English Version / MI - 0102 EDITION No. 09/2016 Code: 783324 Operator’s Manual Máquinas Agrícolas Jacto Rua Dr. Luiz Miranda, 1650 17580-000 - Pompéia - SP - Brasil Tel.: (14) 3405-2100 Fax: (14) 3452-1916 CNPJ: 55.064.562/0001-90 e-mail: jacto@jacto.com.br...
  • Page 3 ARBUS 270 Table of contents Intro d u ct i o n ................ . 5 Pre c a ut i o n s .
  • Page 5 If you still have questions, contact your Jacto dealer. ¡ATTENTION! The Jacto Arbus 270 equipment has been developed for the exclusive use of spraying chemicals. The Jacto Arbus 270 sprayer manual refers only to instructions for use and maintenance of parts and components made by Jacto.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    ARBUS 270 Índice In t r o duc tion ..............1 - 9 Op er a t or ’s and o w ner ’s r e sp onsibilitie s ...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    ARBUS 270 Introduction Chapter ‘Precautions” is intended to guide the operator on the cautions to be taken dur- ing the operation, maintenance and storage of this equipment. It is important to remind that this equipment has been carefully developed to provide op- timum performance with cost savings, and ease of operation and safety.

  • Page 10: Op Er A T Or 'S And O W Ner 'S R E Sp Onsibilitie

    Operator’s and owner’s responsibilities ARBUS 270 According to the provisions in Directive NR31 – Owner responsibilities: Directive on Safety and Health in Farming Labor, the farm equipment owner and operator shall • The equipment owner shall keep the ins- contribute to the safe application of chemicals...

  • Page 11: E Nv Ir Onmen T Al R E Sp Onsibilitie

    The sprayer owner or the person responsible shall provide information to operators on environmental risks and how to care for the environment. Jacto recommends wearing approved and proper PPEs whenever operating the sprayer. • It is responsibility of the sprayer owner...

  • Page 12: Safety Decals

    Safety decals ARBUS 270 Safety and maintenance related decals have Keep them in good repair, clean and legible. been affixed all over the equipment indicating Re-plade them immediately in case of any hazardous conditions that could cause damage by or-dering them through the part damages or accidents affecting the operator numbers specified below.
  • Page 13 ARBUS 270 Safety decals P/N: 379065 ATTENTION: Risk of P/N: 379040 serious injuries. Keep all ATTENTION: Risk of protection devices in its injuries. Keep away from places. the sprayer when it is running. P/N: 379008 ATTENTION: Risk of serious P/N: 379123 injuries.
  • Page 14 Safety decals ARBUS 270 P/N: 379222 WARNING: highway tran- sit of this machine is prohibited. P/N: 341040 Instruction to use the deflector. P/N: 428631 Instructions to connect the PTO shaft P/N: 018705 P/N: 169128 Instructions to unlock the fan. Warning: Never...

  • Page 15: General Safety Recommendations

    • Only skilled and qualified operator and knowledgeable of the information con- tained in the manuals accompanying the product should operate the Jacto Arbus 270 sprayer; • Before starting any operation, it is very important to learn about all information contain in this manual.
  • Page 16 General safety recommendations ARBUS 270 • Use under adverse and not recommend- • Do not use the equipment if some criti- ed conditions can compromise the integ- cal component needs to be repaired. rity of the equipment and components, Provide for the repair before.

  • Page 17: S Af E T Y F Or Unlo Ading T He E Quip Men

    If possible, carry out the coupling precautions listed below apply only for of the equipment by yourself. coupling the Jacto Arbus 270 to the trac- tor. Precautions related to the use and • Before stepping down of the tractor for...
  • Page 18 • When uncoupling the machine, hold it mended by Jacto (limit of 30 km/h in the on firm and level ground; if the equip- routes inside the farm and 12 km/h when ment is provided with parking brake, ac- spraying).

  • Page 19: C Au Tions Dur Ing C Omp Onen T As S Embl

    • The PTO shaft will be adjusted to its spe- the parking brake and remove the start- cific use on the Jacto Arbus 270 equip- ing key from the contact keyhole before ment. Use of the PTO shaft on any other coupling the PTO shaft to the tractor PTO.

  • Page 20: Warning When Using And Filling The Tank

    Warning when using and filling the tank ARBUS 270 Fresh water tank for hand wash • The fresh water tank on this sprayer is for • • It’s extremely important to keep this washing hands only. Only use clean water tank always full.

  • Page 21: Safety In Applying Chemicals

    ARBUS 270 Safety in applying chemicals • READ the sprayer instructions manual. For an efficient spraying operation, it is necessary to know the sprayer employed in detail. Only thus will we prevent wast- ing chemical or improper use of the equipment, and the desired result will be achieved.
  • Page 22 Safety in applying chemicals ARBUS 270 • letting contaminated materials coming in (e.g.: PPEs), use immediately an approved and suitable breathing mask and contact Jacto’s Technical Assistance; • IF the manufacturer of the product to be used recommends using a breather mask during application, use it! •...
  • Page 23 ARBUS 270 Safety in applying chemicals • KEEP children away from the sprayed ar- eas. Remove children, domestic animals and unprotected people from the treat- ed areas. Do not allow children or other persons not necessary for the services to remain in the chemical handling and ap- plication areas.
  • Page 24 Safety in applying chemicals ARBUS 270 • NEVER fill the sprayer to the top. By do- ing so, you will prevent the mixture from overflowing and possible contamination of the operator and the environment. When supplying the reservoir, do it up to the maximum limit indicated in its grad- uated scale.

  • Page 25: S Af E T Y On Main T Enan C

    ARBUS 270 Safety on maintenance • Awareness of and compliance with the rec- • In case that no possibility exists of provid- ommendations contained in this manual ing maintenance service to the equipment will reduce the maintenance costs and ex- with the diesel engine shut down and out- tend the service life of the equipment.

  • Page 26: Tr Ansp Or T A Tion S A F E T

    Transportation safety ARBUS 270 ATTENTION! Remove the boom when transporting the sprayer on trailers, trucks or tows. The boom lock system is designed for operations at low speeds. Lock the boom when moving the sprayer within the farm. Only unfold or fold the boom in areas free of obstacles such as electricity supply cables, trees, etc.
  • Page 27 ARBUS EXPORT Índice C hoo sing t he t r ac t or ............2 - 2 9 S e t ting up t he t r ac t or .
  • Page 29 Jacto Arbus 270 line. Example: Empty machine weight = 181 kilograms • Check the weight of the machine (kg) on Reservoir capacity = 270 liters the identification plate of the product.
  • Page 30 ARBUS EXPORT Adjusting the drawbar Fit the drawbar pin into the proper hole (1 or 2) to vary the distance between the PTO shaft and the hitch point (see figure A). figure A Distance between Maximum Hole the PTO shaft and (static) load the hitch point in lift...
  • Page 31 ARBUS EXPORT Ajuste del enganche El enganche del equipo permite regulaciones en la faja de 75 a 95 cm, conforme muestra la figura al lado. Regulable de: NOTA: 75, 85 y 95 cmm Para saber la carga ejercida sobre la barra de tracción de los trac- tores acoplados con los equipos de la línea ARBUS, basta sumar el peso del equipo con la capa-...
  • Page 32 Instalación de la cadena de seguridad ARBUS EXPORT • Monte la cadena como muestra la figura. • El soporte (nº 1) debe ser montado lo más próximo de la clavija de acoplamiento (Nº 2). Deje una holgura en la cadena per- mitiendo que el tractor haga las manio- bras sin quedar estirada.
  • Page 33 ARBUS EXPORT Cardán grande angular (con junta homocinética) • Ajuste del largo de la barra de tracción en longo curto relación con la TDP. La distancia “A” debe ser lo más larga po- sible y la distancia “B” lo más corta po- sible.
  • Page 34 Ajuste del largo de las barras macho y hembra del cardán ARBUS EXPORT • Maniobre el tractor hasta que el neumáti- co trasero se aproxime de la cabecera del equipo. • Acople el cardán • Ajuste el largo de las barras macho y hembra (Holgura recomendada 5 cm).
  • Page 35 ARBUS 270 Table of contents E quip men t pr e s en t a tion ............ 3 - 3 5 Te chnic al Sp e cif ic a tions ........... 3 - 3 6...
  • Page 37 ARBUS 270 Equipment presentation 1. PTO Shaft 8. Lever of the package washer 2. Suction filter 9. Clean water tank 3. Level indicator 10. Adjustable flap 4. Belts tension 11. Pressure regulator 5. Fan 12. Gauge 6. Nozzle branch 13. Chemical control 7.
  • Page 38 Technical Specifications ARBUS 270 Table 1: Technical Specifications Arbus 270 Model ARBUS 270 Weight Empty machine weight 181 kg Dimensions Total lenght 1.00 meters Width 1.05 meters Height 1.15 meters Main reservoir Material Polyethylene Capacity 270 liters Clean water reservoir...
  • Page 39 ARBUS 270 Technical Specifications Table 2: Fan Specifications ARBUS 270 Fan diameter (mm) Pulley diameter (mm) Rotation (rpm) 2000 Table 3: Fan performance Plastic blades position Perfomance Air speed (km/h) Air volume (m 6.84 6.13 Power consumption (HP) * This sprayer is shipped with the blades set in the position “A”.
  • Page 41 ARBUS 270 Índice C hemic al pump ..............4 - 4 1 Suc tion f ilt er .

  • Page 43: Chemical Pump

    Chemical pump • The pumps mounted to JACTO sprayers have flow rate ranging from 38 to 300 li- ters per minute. • The ceramic liners ensure greater resistan- ce to abrasion and agrochemicals’...

  • Page 44: P R E S Sur E R E Gula T

    Pressure regulator ARBUS 270 • The pressure regulator control provides adjustments ranging up to 28 kgf/cm² (400 psi), shown by the pressure gauge (A). • The lever (1) turns on and off the chemi- cal flow to both sides or to one only, making the spraying easier and with less waste of agrochemicals.

  • Page 45: Noz Zle S Holder

    ARBUS 270 Nozzles holders Nozzle holder with valve • The nozzle holders with valve can be ad- justed to desired angle and can be shut off individually. OBSERVATION: To adjust the nozzle, loosen the nut (1), set it in the desired posi- tion and retighten the nut.

  • Page 46: P T O Sha F

    PTO Shaft ARBUS 270 • The machine PTO shaft is assembled with a protection to increase the safety of the operator. • This protection is made of a series of plastic components that envelop the PTO shaft and avoid contact with the operator and its clothing, decreasing the risk of accidents.
  • Page 47 ARBUS 270 The fan has a locking device designed to be used during the tank filling, agitation of chemical mixture while spraying, as well as for spray lance application. The use of this device reduces power consumption in any of said operations.

  • Page 48: Filler Unit (Optional)

    Filler unit (Optional) ARBUS 270 ATTENTION! If using wettable powder, turn off the pump only after the tank mix is done in order to avoid product decantation. • Pour 20 liters of clean water into the • Engage the PTO at 540 rpm.

  • Page 49: Spray Gun (Optional)

    Spray discs - series D • Made in stainless steel, these discs are designed to be used on the Jacto spray gun for spot spraying on fruit trees due to its large application range, as well as for cleaning sheds, warehouses and agri- cultural equipment.

  • Page 50: F Lo W B Y P As S V Al V E Sp R Ay Lan C E Or Gun (Op Tional)

    Flow bypass valve spray lance or gun (Optional) ARBUS 270 • Located at the right side of the machine, this valve bypasses (A) the flow from the branches to the spray lance or gun. • After fitting the spray lance or gun (B), set the lever flow bypass valve to the position indicated by the figure below.

  • Page 51: L E Vel Indic A T

    ARBUS 270 Level indicator • Placed on the right side of the operator, the level gauge (A) has a graduated scale that facilitates the identification of the amount of mix in the reservoir. • During pulverization, make sure that the...

  • Page 52: Spr Ay Ap Plic A Tion T E Chnolo G

    Spray application technology ARBUS 270 • The success of an application not only de- Factors like: pends of good equipment and correct use of chemicals. Depends also on field fac- • Right moment; tors, such as specialized orientation. • Safety during application;...
  • Page 53 ARBUS 270 Spray application technology Good coverage • A good coverage consists of obtaining • This means that one could get the same ideally sized drops to reach the target coverage with different spraying volumes. with good uniform distribution, with po- sitive results during control and that do •...
  • Page 54 Spray calibration ARBUS 270 ATTENTION! The safety and protection of people, animals and the environment depend upon the correct application of the chemicals, therefore, care must be taken during their use. During the manipulation of the chemicals: During handling of the equipment: •...

  • Page 55: Spray Calibration

    ARBUS 270 Spray calibration Calculating the spraying volume through formula • The calibration of sprayers can be ob- Example: tained through calculations obtained ac- Noozles flow rate = 10 L/min at 150 psi (10 x cording to formula below. JA-2 nozzles) Row spacing = 4 x 3 m •...
  • Page 56 Calibração do pulverizador ARBUS 270 Calibration of sprayer via practical method Do a complete checkup of the equipment: • Suction filter, line filter – cleaning. • Hoses – check for holes or bents. • Pressure regulator - components valve seat, valve and spring, if not worn or lo- cked by impurities.
  • Page 57 ARBUS 270 11. Measure the spray swath. 12. With the sprayer stopped on a leveled surface, preferentially where it was fil- led, complete the tank and measure the volume used. 13. Calculate the pulverization volume in Li- ter/hectares, using the formula:...
  • Page 58 Instructions for chemical product dilutions ARBUS 270 ATTENTION! Working with the sprayer with less than 50 liters of water on the tank can cause seri- ous damage to the pump. Never operate the sprayer for a prolonged time with less than 50 liters of water on the tank.
  • Page 59 ARBUS 270 Instructions for chemical product dilutions Mix preparation • Carefully read the chemical product leaflet. • Put the product in a recipient with a little amount of water. Shake the mix. • Add the amount of water that is needed to fill out the recipient.
  • Page 60 • To ease this important package washing operation, JACTO installed in its tractor sprayers a device that aids this operation. This device internally washes the package with pressurized water, eliminating most of the residues.
  • Page 61 ARBUS 270 Procedures for using the package washer • Fill up the chemicals reservoir with ap- proximately 90% its capacity. • Place the chemicals in the reservoir. • Activate the tractor power take-off. NOTE: Lever 1 of the flow regulating...
  • Page 62 Triple wash of chemical containers ARBUS 270 After having washed the package contamina- ted by mix, it is necessary to do a TRIPLE WA- SHING OF THE CONTAINERS. For this, follow the instructions below: • Use personal protective equipment –...

  • Page 63: Tr Iple W Ash Of Chemic Al C On T Ainer

    ARBUS 270 Triple wash of chemical containers Additional information 1. In the case of a medium sized package or large sized (50, 100 and 200 liters), after washing in an adequate volume, place a lid over the package roll it on the ground for approximately 30 seconds.
  • Page 65 ARBUS 270 Table of contents Gener al r e c ommenda tions ..........5 - 6 5 C omp onen t main t enan c e ........... 5 - 6 6 P r e s sur e r e gula t or .

  • Page 67: General Recommendations

    ARBUS 270 General recommendations Every day, after completion of the spraying • Remove the personal protection equip- operation, pour clean water into the reser- ment pieces and wash them. voir, remove the nozzles and run the machi- ne until all water runs out.

  • Page 68: P R E S Sur E R E Gula T

    Main filter ARBUS 270 • The filter cleaning intervals depend on the quality of the water employed and the type of chemical used for that purpose. • Clean the filters as necessary or every time you supply the sprayer with chemical.

  • Page 69: Nozzle Holder

    ARBUS 270 Nozzle holder Nozzle holder with valve • Clean the nozzle holders daily or when necessary. • The nozzle holder are mounted according to the figures: cap (G), nozzle (H), ring (I), swirlcore (J), seat (K) e nozzle holder (L).

  • Page 70: L Ubr Ic A Tion P Oin T

    NOTE: In case of need for a more de- tailed maintenance (replacement of piston cups, bearings, etc.), con- tact the nearest JACTO dealer. Bomba JP - 50 Fan belts • Loosen the four screws (1). • Loosen the four nuts (2).
  • Page 71 ARBUS 270 Belt tension • Check the belt tension periodically as shown in the figure below. When pressed it should slack 10 to 15 mm. Do not use sharp-ended or cutting tool. ATTENTION! Always stop the sprayer and turn off tractor’s engine before any kind of maintenance.
  • Page 72 Operation chart ARBUS 270 Table 8: Operation Periodicity when using when re- whenever Operation chart the equip- whenever ceiving the filling the ment for the spraying equipment tank first time Strictly follow the information contained in this • instructions manual.

  • Page 73: Op Er A Tion Char

    ARBUS 270 Operation chart Tabla 9: Operation Periodicity at every at every daily or Operations chart first every 500h or every 500h at every 100h every 100h or every year year Clean nozzles and filters. • Check grease fittings and link pins.

  • Page 74: Re C Ommende D Lubr Ic An T

    Recommended lubricants ARBUS 270 Table 10: Recommended lubricants and filters Components Type Specification Indication Amount All oils for internal Pump API -SB or Lubricating oil combustion engines 1,5 liters JP 50 superor SAE-30 within this specification Multifak EP-2 (Texaco) MobilGrease 77 (Mobil Oil)

  • Page 75: Pto Shaft (Conventional)

    ARBUS 270 PTO shaft (conventional) Use, maintenance, disassembly and assembly of PTO shaft with protection ATTENTION! Only operate with the PTO shaft provided with safety guard. Every kind of mainte- nance to the PTO shaft shall be performed when wearing PPEs such as: protection gloves, boots, goggles, etc.
  • Page 76 PTO shaft (conventional) ARBUS 270 Disassembly: 1. Remove locking screw. 2. Turn the cone up to the indicated position. 3. Loosen the safety protection. 4. Remove the slide ring. Assembly: 1. Clean and lubricate the PTO shaft bars. 2. Install the sliding ring into the recess with the grooves facing the bar.
  • Page 77 ARBUS 270 Winter storage ATTENTION! In regions where the temperature during wintertime drops to 0º°C or below, some procedures are required to prevent damages, particularly to the chemical pump owing to the accumulation of water inside the pump. Procedures: • Drain the reservoir thoroughly, leaving •...
  • Page 78 Trouble-shootings ARBUS 270 1. Tank 5. Nozzles 2. Main filter 6. chemical control 3. Pump 7. Pressure hose 4. Return 5-76...

  • Page 79: Trouble-Shootings

    ARBUS 270 Trouble-shootings Problems, causes and corrections Whenever problems affect JACTO machines fitted with piston cup-type pumps, try to ca- tegorize the same within one the four groups listed below. a. Suction and boost deficiency • No liquid comes out from the nozzles;...
  • Page 80 Trouble-shooting ARBUS 270 Tabla 11: Suction and boost deficiency (total lack of pressure) Probable causes Indications and corrections The machine shall be driven with the power take-off 1. Complete absence of power take-off (PTO) running at 540 rpm. revolution. Visually check whether the pump is being driven.
  • Page 81 ARBUS 270 Trouble-shooting Table 13: Intermittence Probable causes Indications and corrections Due to the quick shut-off valve construction charac- teristic, there will be circulation of liquid even in the 1. Filter valve closed (quick shut-off). closed position with the pump in operation, causing intermittent circulation of liquid.

  • Page 82: General Precautions

    General precautions ARBUS 270 Precautions when using the equipment and chemicals • Owners and users of the equipment are • Strictly follow the directions for use of the advised that the IMPROPER USE of this equipment and chemicals in order to ob-...

  • Page 83: Cleaning And Storage

    ARBUS 270 Cleaning and storage • Once the work has been completed, pour • Do not keep the machine within environ- clean water into the reservoir (50% of its ments where foodstuff is kept for use by holding capacity) and run the equipment...
  • Page 85 ARBUS 270 Table of contents S t a t emen t of limit e d w ar r an t y ........... 6 - 8 3 Te chinic al insp e c tions r e gis t r a tion ........6 - 8 5 P r o du c t r e gis t r a tion c ar d ..
  • Page 87 • Warranty application: the warranty will not be remedied by replacing parts and be extended by jacto free of charge; pro- portions of the component. Loss of Warranty The occurrence of any of the events listed •...
  • Page 88 Jacto; the product registration card found in the instruction manual must be filled • Jacto will have the right to revise, mod- in and returned to your jacto dealer. ify or improve, discontinue or change This card must be signed by the origi-...
  • Page 89 ARBUS 270 Techinical inspections registration Date Hours nº Description Techinical/Dealer 6-85...
  • Page 91 The warranty is in force as of this date: _______ /_______ /________ Retail purchaser signature: ______________________________________________________ Copy Máquinas Agrícolas Jacto S. A. - Urgent respond with in 30 days first class postage required PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD Invoice number:________________________________________ Date: ____/_____/ _____...