KMC Controls 44 Series Operator's Manual

Poultry house washer/sprayer

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44-SERIES
4400
POULTRY HOUSE
WASHER/SPRAYER
(WITH JOHN BLUE PUMPS)
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
THIS MANUAL TO ACCOMPANY MACHINE
PART NO. 44-OM-02
PRINTING DATE: AUG 2014

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  • Page 1 44-SERIES 4400 POULTRY HOUSE WASHER/SPRAYER (WITH JOHN BLUE PUMPS) OPERATOR’S MANUAL THIS MANUAL TO ACCOMPANY MACHINE PART NO. 44-OM-02 PRINTING DATE: AUG 2014...
  • Page 2 WARRANTY POLICY KELLEY MANUFACTURING COMPANY (KMC) warrants that all goods sold to the original purchaser of any KMC product shall be free of any defects in material and workmanship if used under normal operating conditions. warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the retail customer. For non-commercial users the warranty ends twelve (12) months thereafter.
  • Page 3: To The Purchaser

    TO THE PURCHASER This KMC Poultry House Washer/Sprayer has been carefully designed and manu- factured to give years of dependable service. In order to operate it efficiently and maintain if properly, please read the instructions within this manual thoroughly. While reading the manual through, you will notice that it is divided into sections which clearly explain the assembly and operations of each components of this machine.
  • Page 4: Retail Customers Responsibility Under The Kmc Warranty

    Retail Customers Responsibility Under The KMC Warranty The retail customer’s responsibilities are: 1. To read the Operator’s Manual and operate the KMC Poultry House Washer/ Sprayer in accordance with instructions given in the manual. 2. To inspect the KMC Poultry House Washer/Sprayer daily, lubricate as specified and repair or replace parts as needed, especially when continued use would cause damage or excess wear to other parts.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENT TO THE PURCHASER ......................1 Retail Customers Responsibility Under the KMC Warranty ............2 SAFETY PROCEDURES ......................2 POULTRY HOUSE WASHER/SPRAYER BASIC FEATURES ..........4 MACHINE SETUP: Attaching to Tractor ......................4 Positioning Sidewall Nozzle ....................5 Positioning Floor and Ceiling Nozzle ................
  • Page 6: Poultry House Washer/Sprayer Basic Features

    POULTRY HOUSE WASHER/SPRAYER BASIC FEATURES Throughout this manual we will be discussing various features and components of the KMC Poultry House Washer/Sprayer. Refer ences to var ious components for adjustments, settings, performance, and lubrication are made. The following diagram will help in identifying these components.
  • Page 7: Positioning Sidewall Nozzle

    Positioning Sidewall Nozzles The four sidewall nozzles can be adjusted vertically and horizontally as well as rotated vertical- ly and horizontally. Horizontal and vertical adjustments (moving nozzles closer to or further away from wall and up or down) are made by loosening setscrews and sliding the boom extensions or nozzle brackets.
  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Pump Do not operate the pump above 540 RPM. When the pump is operating, check the oil level in the sight glass IF THE OIL SUDDENLY TURNS WHITE STOP THE PUMP IMMEDIATELY. THIS INDICATES THAT A DIAPHRAM HAS RUPTURED. IF THE OIL LEVEL RISES TO THE TOP OF THE SIGHT GLASS DUE TO HIGH OPERATING TEMPERATURE , STOP THE PUMP TO PREVENT DAMAGE FROM INTERNAL OVERPRESSURE.
  • Page 9: Pump Discharge Controls

    Pump Discharge Controls Three valves control the discharge of liquid to the rear boom, the spray gun, and the re-circulating line. The valves that control the discharge to the boom and spray gun are located on the right side of the pump housing. (On pumps prior to 6/96, valves are located on the left side of pump.) The valve controlling the re-circulating line is located on the pressure control unit.
  • Page 10: Spraying/Washing Floor Or Ceilings

    Spraying/Washing Floors or Ceilings If a disinfectant or other chemical is added to the tank, use the recirculation feature to agitate the water/chemical mixture. Allow the mixture to agitate for several minutes before spraying. Floors can normally be sprayed in one pass through the house. After positioning the 3/4” double swivel nozzle for spraying floors, open the control valve located on the distribution manifold.
  • Page 11 the hose until an audible “click” is heard in the reel, then slowly release the hose. To rewind the hose, first pull a few inches of hose from the reel to unlock the reel locking mechanism. While holding the hose, allow the reel to rewind the hose. The spray pattern of the gun can be adjusted by rotating the forearm handle.
  • Page 12: Maintenance And Adjustments

    MAINTENANCE AND AD- Pump Maintenance After a chemical and water mixture has been used with the washer/sprayer, the pump should be operated at working pressure with clean water for a few minutes. Afterwards, let the pump pressure drop to zero and operate the pump without liquids for two minutes.
  • Page 13: Other Maintenance And Adjustments

    Repeat steps 2 thru 8 for each diaphragm being replaced. 2) Remove the pump head. 3) Rotate the crankshaft to bring the diaphragm clamping bolt out as far as possible. 4) Using a hex wrench, remove the diaphragm clamping bolt; diaphragm cap, and diaphragm. 5) Before installing the diaphragm, rotate the crank shaft until the piston is at the bottom of its stroke.
  • Page 14: Lubrication

    LUBRICATION It is very important to maintain the proper oil level in the pump crankcase. The oil level is checked via the site glass located on the top of the pump. The pump requires a SAE 30W -detergent oil. The pump crankcase oil should be changed after every 500 hours of use or when the pump diaphragms are replaced.
  • Page 15: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Weight: 1100 lbs Width: 77 inches Height: 61 inches Length: 14 feet Tire Size: 11L x 15 (6 ply) Pump: PTO dr iven diaphr agm pr oduces maximum pr essur e of 725 psi and maximum flow rate of 39.5 gpm. Maximum 540 rpm PTO speed. Tractor Size: Minimum 30 hor sepower with 540 r pm PTO.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLES CAUSES CURES Valves have worn seats Check valves   Suction hose with air pockets Check hose   The pump doesn’t or irregular elbows reach the required pressure Worn nozzles Check nozzles   Clogged strainer Clean strainer ...
  • Page 17: Bolt Torque Specifications

    30 to 35 FT-LBS 14.5 FT-LBS 14.5 FT-LBS 18 FT-LBS 14.5 FT-LBS...
  • Page 18: Decals

    IMPORTANT! 1. Do not exceed maximum pump pressure rating (725 PSI). 2. Set pressure with outflow in bypass line only, all other discharge lines should be closed. 3. If the oil in the site glass turns white, stop the pump immediately. Consult TROUBLESHOOTING section of owner’s manual.
  • Page 19 The following is a list of serial numbers issued to our machines at the beginning of each year. To determine when a unit was made, find the range within which the particular serial number falls. It would have been produced between January 1 to December 31 of that year. YEAR SERIAL NUMBERS 1985...
  • Page 20 DEPENDABLE EQUIPMENT FOR PROGRESSIVE FARMIMG Visit us at www.kelleymfg.com MADE IN AMERICA KELLEY MANUFACTURING CO. 80 Vernon Drive / Zip 31794 P.O. Drawer 1467 / Zip 31793 Tifton, GA Tel: 229-382-9393 Toll Free: 1-800-444-5449 Fax: 229-382-5259 Email Address: info@kelleymfg.com...

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