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Owner's Manual
Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, Servicing, and Storage
Tow Behind Sprayers: For outdoor use with non-potable liquids such as
READ and UNDERSTAND the Owner's Manual completely before using this sprayer. Assemble,
test, and use only in accordance with the Owner's Manual instructions.
READ and FOLLOW chemical label instructions. Pesticides are hazardous chemicals.
KNOW emergency procedures BEFORE handling chemicals. Sprayer leaks, bodily chemical
contact, poisoning, and spills require immediate response.
AVOID inhaling, ingesting, or coming into contact with any chemicals.
WEAR personal protective gear when filling, using, cleaning, and servicing the sprayer.
KEEP sprayer and spray materials away from children and pets. Pesticides are especially toxic to
them.
EXERCISE CAUTION in vehicle handling when towing/hauling a filled sprayer to avoid loss of
control or sprayer overturning.
DO NOT TURN ON POWER to sprayer until ready to spray in order to avoid unintentional spray
release.
Improper use of the sprayer or handling of chemicals could result in serious injury or illness to the
operator or nearby persons/animals, or could cause damage to the environment.
** This sprayer is recommended for use in spraying non-flammable liquids such as pesticides and water for
plants/trees. The sprayer will be damaged and warranty voided if used to apply bleach, chlorine, ice control
chemicals, or any petroleum based product (gasoline, diesel, kerosene, oil). The sprayer should not be used to
transfer any product intended for human consumption. WE RECOMMEND THAT THE SPRAYER NOT BE
USED FOR OTHER PURPOSES ONCE IT HAS BEEN USED FOR SPRAYING PESTICIDES. Any chemical
will leave some residual in the tank liner or sprayer components, even after the sprayer has been properly cleaned.
These residual chemicals can have unexpected effects on future uses. For example, spraying water or other liquids
that are contaminated with residual pesticide may result in unforeseen hazards to plant or animal life. This sprayer
should not be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders
Call Ironton Product Support 1-877-234-6869
agricultural pesticides and other water based liquids**
WARNING
M282790C.7
ITEM NUMBER: 282790
SERIAL NUMBER: _____________
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  • Page 1 This sprayer should not be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge. Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders Call Ironton Product Support 1-877-234-6869...
  • Page 2 Hazard Signal Word Definitions...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Intended Use ........................... 4 Summary of Important Safety Information ..................5 Warning Label Location ......................... 8 Unpacking ............................9 Unpacking the Manual Bag ......................10 Assembly............................11 Machine Components ........................27 Operation – Important Safety Information ................... 28 Operation –...
  • Page 4: Intended Use

    NOTE: The sprayer will be damaged and warranty voided if used to apply bleach, chlorine, ice control chemicals, or any petroleum based product (gasoline, diesel, kerosene, oil). Contact Ironton Product Support at 1-877-234-6869 for any questions about the appropriate use of the sprayer and/or optional accessories.
  • Page 5: Summary Of Important Safety Information

    Summary of Important Safety Information WARNING Read and understand this owner's manual completely before using the sprayer. Read each chemical label's instructions before handling the chemical. Improper use of the sprayer or handling of chemicals could result in serious injury or illness for the operator or nearby persons/animals, or cause damage to the environment.
  • Page 6 Summary of Important Safety Information (cont’d) • DO NOT EAT, DRINK, SMOKE, RUB YOUR EYES, or TOUCH YOUR BARE SKIN while handling chemicals and spraying. • NEVER POINT THE SPRAY GUN at people or animals. • EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION when spraying near areas accessible to children and pets. •...
  • Page 7 Summary of Important Safety Information (cont’d) Bodily chemical Personal contamination can occur when chemicals splash, spill, or spray contact directly onto a person. 1. Immediately follow First Aid instructions on chemical label. General procedures can include: a) Eyes – immediately flush with water. b) Skin –...
  • Page 8: Warning Label Location

    Always make sure safety labels are in place and in good condition. If a safety label is missing or not legible, order new labels or unsafe operation could result. To order replacement safety labels, call Ironton Product Support at 1-877-234-6869.
  • Page 9: Unpacking

    Note that some parts are shipped inside the tank. • If you have damaged components: Contact the freight company that delivered the unit and file a claim. • If you have missing components: Contact Ironton Product Support at 1-877-234-6869. Tank Spot Spray Gun Gun Hose...
  • Page 10: Unpacking The Manual Bag

    Unpacking the Manual Bag The following items are found in the manual bag. Hose Clamp Hose Clip Draw Tube Drain Cap & #10-24 x 15mm #10-24 x 18mm Qty 5 Qty 1 Qty 1 Washer Screw Screw 30746 777110 792425 Qty 1 Qty 3 Qty 1...
  • Page 11: Assembly

    Assembly Step 1 – Tow Bar Hitch Assembly Tools Needed • 1/2” wrench • Insert bolts through hitch bracket holes. Secure with nuts • Torque wrench until hand tight. • Ensure hitch pin holes are aligned and tighten bolts to 20 Ft.-Lbs.
  • Page 12 Assembly (cont’d) Step 2 – Cart Assembly Tools Needed • Insert bolts through rear bracket holes and tow bar. • N/A • Ensure rear brackets top surface is flush with tow bar top surface. • Secure with nuts until hand tight. Fasteners Needed from Owner’s Manual Bag: 82018 82019...
  • Page 13 Assembly (cont’d) Step 3 – Axle Assembly Tools Needed • Insert axle through rear brackets and tow bar. • 1/2” wrench • Torque rear bracket bolts from Step 2 to 20 Ft.-Lbs. • Torque wrench Torque bolts to 20 Ft.-Lbs. Axle...
  • Page 14 Assembly (cont’d) Step 4 – Tank to Cart Assembly Tools Needed • 1/2” wrench • Set tank on ground upside down. Align cart assembly with • Torque wrench bottom of tank and secure with bolts. • Torque bolts to 5 Ft.-Lbs. •...
  • Page 15 Assembly (cont’d) Step 5 – Wheel Assembly Tools Needed • Install wheels onto axle. • Pliers • Slide washers onto axle. • PSI Gauge • Insert axle pins into holes in axle. • Note: check that tires are inflated to 30 PSI. Fasteners Needed from Owner’s Manual Bag: Axle Pin Axle Washer...
  • Page 16 Assembly (cont’d) Step 6 – Draw Tube Assembly Tools Needed • Remove cap from sprayer tank. • N/A • Insert draw tube through grommet. Note: wet draw tube with soapy water to ease installation. • Place strainer on end of draw tube. •...
  • Page 17 Assembly (cont’d) Step 7 – Hose Wrap Assembly Tools Needed • Install upper and lower hose wrap brackets. • 1/2” wrench • Secure with bolts and torque to 5 Ft.-Lbs. • Torque wrench Fasteners Needed from Owner’s Manual Bag: 5/16” x 1/2” Bolt Qty 4 82014...
  • Page 18 Assembly (cont’d) Step 8 – Pump Assembly Tools Needed • Place pump on top of tank and align the feet with the 4 • Phillips head threaded inserts. screwdriver • Tighten (1) long screw through tether into front left rubber foot.
  • Page 19 Assembly (cont’d) Step 9 – Boom Hose Assembly Tools Needed • Align boom bracket assembly with threaded inserts on rear • 1/2” wrench • Torque wrench of tank. Secure with bolts and torque to 5 Ft.-Lbs. • Slide hose clamp over hose. •...
  • Page 20 Assembly (cont’d) Step 10 – Draw Tube Hose Assembly Tools Needed • Slide hose clamps over ends of draw tube hose. • Flat head screw • Slide one end of draw tube hose onto pump inlet hose barb. driver Slide other end of draw tube hose onto draw tube PVC. •...
  • Page 21 Assembly (cont’d) Step 11 – Attach gun hose to spot spray gun Tools Needed • Install hose clamp on hose • Flat head • Slide hose clamp over the end of the hose screwdriver • Torque • Push the hose onto the hose barb •...
  • Page 22 Assembly (cont’d) Step 12 – Gun Hose Assembly Tools Needed • Route gun hose through hose clip and hose clamp. • 1/2” wrench • Slide gun hose over hose barb tee from boom hose • Torque wrench • Flat head assembly.
  • Page 23 Assembly (cont’d) Step 13 – Sprayer to Tow Vehicle Assembly Tools Needed • Secure the sprayer to the tow vehicle with a hitch pin (not • N/A included, call 1-877-234-6869 and order Item#27293 • Make sure boom nozzle is pointed straight down. If it is not, loosen the nozzle retaining nut, orient the opening of the boom nozzle to point straight down, then retighten the nozzle retaining nut.
  • Page 24 Assembly (cont’d) Step Fourteen: Connect remote switch to vehicle battery WARNING Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive gases, and can cause electric shock. Caution must be exercised when making connections to a battery to avoid shock and contact with the acid, and to prevent any sparking that could lead to an explosion.
  • Page 25 Assembly (cont’d) 4. Verify connection Verify a complete connection has been made by checking with a DC voltmeter, or by briefly turning the remote switch to the ON position and listening for pump activation. 5. Attach remote Using supplied hook and loop pad, affix remote switch to vehicle in a position switch to vehicle that is easily reached from the driver's seat.
  • Page 26 Assembly (cont’d) 2. Test with water Test the system for leaks with water: a) Fill the tank with water. b) Connect the remote switch to the pump power cord and turn the remote switch ON. The pump is an "on demand" pump. When turned on, the pump will prime itself, and then turn off.
  • Page 27: Machine Components

    Machine Components 1. Hitch Bracket: The hitch mount connects the vehicle hitch to the sprayer. 2. Hose Wrap: The built-in hose wrap provides a storage location for the gun hose on the tank. 3. Gun Clip: Use the gun clips to store the spray gun. 4.
  • Page 28: Operation - Important Safety Information

    Operation – Important Safety Information Now that you have completed and tested your assembly, there is some important safety and health information you need to know with regard to handling and spraying chemicals, as well as vehicle handling with the sprayer attached.
  • Page 29 Operation – Important Safety Information (cont’d) Chemical Application Safety: WARNING Caution must be used when spraying chemicals to avoid unsafe exposure to humans and the environment Heed the warnings below and follow all instructions carefully. Before Spraying • Sprayer prep. ALWAYS inspect and prepare the sprayer before use according to the directions provided in this manual.
  • Page 30 Operation – Important Safety Information (cont’d) Towing/hauling Safety: WARNING The filled sprayer is very heavy. It can crush and cause serious injury if it rolls out of control or tips over. Follow the instructions below for safely towing the sprayer. •...
  • Page 31 Operation – Important Safety Information (cont’d) Chemical accident procedures: WARNING Before you fill the sprayer, review the following information with regard to handling accidents. Chemical spills, sprayer leaks, personal contamination, and poisoning are accident situations which you may encounter. All require an immediate response –...
  • Page 32 Operation – Important Safety Information (cont’d) Chemical spills Chemical spills must be quickly contained and properly cleaned up. Refer to the chemical label for any specific clean-up instructions with regard to the chemical spilled. General procedures include: 1. Control the spill by stopping the source of the spill. If the source of the spill is a container leak, place the leaking container in a larger, watertight container.
  • Page 33: Operation - Preparing The Sprayer For Each Use

    Inspect hoses for exposed mesh and holes. Replace all worn or damaged hoses. b) Inspect tank and fittings for cracks and leaks. Replace all damaged fittings with original Ironton parts. c) Check to be sure retaining nut on gun nozzle is tight.
  • Page 34: Operation - Using The Sprayer

    Operation – Using the Sprayer Step One: Assess wind conditions and clear work area. Before you decide to spray, you must determine whether wind conditions are suitable. You must also restrict access to the work area to ensure the safety of bystanders. WARNING Do not spray if wind speeds are greater than 4 MPH or if there are bystanders in the intended spray area.
  • Page 35 Operation - Using the Sprayer (cont’d) Step Two: Fill the sprayer. WARNING ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment as directed on the chemical label when handling pesticides. Long pants and sleeves, chemical resistant gloves, and eye protection are strongly recommended. Additional protective gear may be required depending on the particular pesticide.
  • Page 36 Operation - Using the Sprayer (cont’d) 7. Check drain Before filling tank, ensure drain cap is securely tightened. Drain cap 8. Fill tank Add pesticide to tank through fill cap: a) Confirm the chemical/water dilution ratios specified on the chemical label. b) Determine chemical and water volumes needed for the planned application, taking into consideration that maximum tank capacity is 13 gallons.
  • Page 37 Operation - Using the Sprayer (continued) Step 3: Operate the sprayer. WARNING ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment as directed on the chemical label when spraying. Long pants and sleeves, chemical-resistant gloves, and eye protection are strongly recommended. Additional protective gear may be required depending on the particular pesticide.
  • Page 38 Operation - Using the Sprayer (continued) 5. Squeeze To spray, squeeze the gun trigger. trigger & - Twist the spray nozzle to adjust from a straight stream to hollow cone adjust nozzle spray pattern, as recommended on the chemical label for proper delivery rate. Note: It is not unusual for the operator to be exposed to chemical drips while adjusting the nozzle –...
  • Page 39 Operation - Using the Sprayer (continued) B. Ensure correct spray pattern Make sure the boom nozzle is pointed straight down. If it is not, loosen the nozzle retaining nut, orient the opening of the boom nozzle to point straight down, then retighten the nozzle retaining nut.
  • Page 40 Operation - Using the Sprayer (continued) C. Ensure uniform coverage To ensure proper coverage, the height of the boom nozzle should be about 20" from the ground. The sprayer must be level with the ground to get this height. The overall spray width is 80", but 1/2 or 40" of the overall spray pattern must be overlapped to get equal coverage throughout the spray area.
  • Page 41 Operation - Using the Sprayer (continued) Step 4: Clean sprayer and decontaminate after use. When done using the sprayer, it is important to clean the sprayer and decontaminate yourself. Do not store the sprayer with chemicals in the tank, as it is unsafe and could also result in damage to the equipment.
  • Page 42: Storage

    Storage When not in use, store the sprayer indoors. For long term or winter storage, prepare the sprayer by running RV antifreeze through the system. This will keep internal parts lubricated, protect against corrosion, and keep the unit from freezing. CAUTION The sprayer will be damaged if it freezes.
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting WARNING Before troubleshooting or attempting to service, read the following safety rules to avoid accidental exposure to chemical and also risk of electric shock. Note: A reserve, clean container capable of holding at least 13 gallons should be kept for use when the sprayer tank needs to be emptied temporarily for repairs.
  • Page 44: Specifications

    The manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements in design and/or changes in specifications at any time without incurring any obligation to install them on units previously sold. Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders Call Ironton Product Support 1-877-234-6869...
  • Page 45: Exploded View - 282790 - Rev C.7

    Exploded View – 282790 – Rev C.7...
  • Page 46 Grommet 792535 Draw Tube Hose 3/8” Spray Gun Hose 794454 3/8” Outlet Hose 792562 3/8” Boom Hose 792563 792451 Ironton Decal 790868 Decal, Pump 777493 Wire Harness w/ Remote Switch 35363 Hook and Loop Set 784519 Grommet 82616 #10-24 x 15mm Screw...
  • Page 47: Appendix A -Broadcast Spray Calibration Tables

    Appendix A –Broadcast Spray Calibration Tables Below are some guidelines to help you calibrate your tow behind broadcast sprayer. This is a very important step in operating the tow behind broadcast sprayer such that too much or too little chemical may be applied.
  • Page 48: Limited Warranty

    Any misuse, abuse, alteration or improper installation or operations will void warranty. Determining whether a part is to be replaced or repaired is the sole decision of Ironton. Ironton will not provide for replacement of complete products due to defective parts.
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