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- Page 1 ReelStrike & Strike ™ ™ Operator’s HandBook w w w . t t i . c o m . a u Manufacturer of “The Safest Tanks in Motion”...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Specifications Description Machine Limitations Driving Stability Spray Boom Calibration Calibration Procedure ReelStrike & Strike Operating Instructions Before first use Filling the ReelStrike & Strike Tank Operating Instructions Clean-up and Decontamination Maintenance Periodic Checks Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Tasks Trouble Shooting Pump... - Page 3 TTi manufacture a range of ReelStrike & Strike units, either 200 or 400 litre tanks, supplied with a 12-volt electric pump and fitted with hose, hose reel and spray boom options. This manual describes the operation, driving stability and maintenance procedures applicable to all units, noting additional requirements to options where necessary.
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Page 4: Safety
ReelStrike™ & Strike™ Product HandBook Safety This manual is intended for use by personnel experienced in the use of this and similar equipment. Read and understand this manual before attempting to operate or perform routine maintenance on this equipment. Your safety is of prime priority. -
Page 5: General Safety Instructions
Australian Standard for Respiratory protection devices AS1715 7. Ensure the capacity of the vehicle is suitable for the loaded mass of the ReelStrike & Strike. Refer to the vehicle’s operator manual for safe working loads, correct securing points and relevant safety instructions. -
Page 6: General Information
The TTi ReelStrike & Strike Spot Sprayer unit is designed to carry and distribute herbicides or pesticides using a self-contained pump and various fluid dispensing systems, refer to Figure 1 for a typical example. The ReelStrike & Strike variants are configured in two different styles, both designed to fit into the trays of UTVs: •... - Page 7 ReelStrike™ & Strike™ Product HandBook The Strike is fitted with a 6m hose while the ReelStrike has the hose reel and 30m of hose. Either configuration is suitable for fitting to a conventional utility tray or trailer. Figure 1 – ReelStrike & Strike Purpose-built UTV Spot Sprayer The Strike has the features shown in Figure 2, with the ReelStrike is shown in Figure 3.
- Page 8 Figure 3 – Component Identification – 400 litre ReelStrike & Strike with hose reel Pump The ReelStrike & Strike is fitted as standard with an 8.3 L/min 100psi 12V Remco electric pump. Optionally available are larger capacity Remco electric pumps, with increased delivery from 11.4 L/min to 19 L/min.
- Page 9 Frame The chassis frame of the ReelStrike & Strike unit is an all steel, fully welded construction and hot dip galvanised for corrosion resistance. The ReelStrike & Strike unit has an additional upper structure to support the hose reel.
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Page 10: Machine Limitations
• Allow extra room for braking and turning when the tank is full. • Ensure any side gradient (slope) is accounted for, especially when the ReelStrike & Strike tank is full, as the vehicle may have a higher centre of gravity. - Page 11 For initial trials, set the pressure regulator at approximately 2 bar and adjust as needed. • Fill the spray tank with clean water, refer to Filling the ReelStrike & Strike Tank procedure below. Run the sprayer at the correct pressure with all nozzles operating. •...
- Page 12 ReelStrike™ & Strike™ Product HandBook Figure 4 – AIXR Application Chart w w w.tti.com. au 1800 816 277...
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Page 13: Before First Use
ReelStrike & Strike Operating Instructions Before first use Your ReelStrike & Strike Spot Spray Unit is delivered fully assembled and ready to be fitted onto the vehicle. Before use, it needs to be set up using the following instructions: •... - Page 14 • It is recommended that at first use, the ReelStrike & Strike is filled with water for calibration purposes and for the operator to become familiar with the characteristics of the unit, refer to Calibration Procedure.
- Page 15 ReelStrike™ & Strike™ Product HandBook Mixing and filling the ReelStrike & Strike unit should be undertaken at a carefully chosen site, away from any risk of spillages draining into water courses or into environmentally sensitive areas. Children and animals must always be kept away from mixing and filling operations.
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Page 16: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions The ReelStrike & Strike is started and operated as follows: • Confirm the tank contains the required chemical or water quantity. - Page 17 NOTE: If an optional boom or boomless spray nozzle kit is fitted, ensure the manually operated isolating valve is CLOSED. • If the ReelStrike & Strike unit is fitted with a spray boom option, ensure the isolating valve adjacent to the tank is in the CLOSED position. •...
- Page 18 This will release the residual pressure in the hose, which will result in a small amount of fluid discharging. • With the hose pressure released, the hose is ready to stow back on the ReelStrike & Strike. Refer to the following section applicable to the hose option supplied with your unit.
- Page 19 ReelStrike™ & Strike™ Product HandBook Spray Boom Operation WARNING: Before commencing spraying, plan the work effectively to minimise potential contamination of adjacent areas. Set up and operation of the Versatile Boom is conducted as follows: WARNING: Do not spray in windy conditions, where spray drift contamination may occur.
- Page 20 ReelStrike™ & Strike™ Product HandBook • Turn the isolating valve (adjacent to the pump) on the boom spray line to the OPEN position. • Set the pressure regulator to the correct setting as determined during calibration. • With the vehicle’s engine running and the operator in the driver’s seat, start the pump by turning the electrical lead-mounted switch to ON.
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Page 21: Clean-Up And Decontamination
– to avoid damage to crops from any harmful pesticide spray residues. Decontamination also prevents sprayer corrosion and abrasion. Cleaning the ReelStrike & Strike should be undertaken at a carefully chosen site, away from any risk of spillages draining into watercourses or into environmentally sensitive areas. -
Page 22: Maintenance
ATTi recommends photocopying these schedules in order to keep a detailed log of all maintenance tasks. A copy of these schedules will be required to support any warranty claim. Daily tasks The following tasks are to be undertaken daily, or prior to each use, of the ReelStrike & Strike unit. Task Notes Inspect the ReelStrike &... - Page 23 ReelStrike™ & Strike™ Product HandBook Weekly tasks The following tasks are to be undertaken each week or 10 operating hours, whichever occurs first. Task Notes All Daily tasks Clean, repair or replace Monthly tasks The following tasks are to be undertaken each month or 20 operating hours, whichever occurs first.
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Page 24: Maintenance Tasks
Maintenance Tasks The following tasks must be undertaken on a periodic basis to ensure your ReelStrike & Strike’s ongoing reliability. The frequency of these activities will depend on the nature of the operating environment and the operational hours of the ReelStrike & Strike but as a minimum, the following tasks should be undertaken annually. -
Page 25: Risk Assessment
ReelStrike™ & Strike™ Product HandBook Risk Assessment Task Hazard Risk Control Measure/Mitigation Check weather Manual handling; • Wear PPE as per chemical conditions slips, trips or falls requirements SDS – coveralls, gloves, safety footwear, glasses & respirator • Follow safe manual handling techniques: don’t lift on your own... -
Page 26: Warranty
Warranty Policy TTI will, at its option, repair or replace without charge any part covered by this warranty which is found to be defective in material and/or workmanship within one (1) year after date of sale to the original retail purchaser. - Page 28 Scan to view our PDF Handbook online www.tti.com.au 1800 816 277 sa l e s@ tt i.c om.au P O B ox 1 37, N at ha li a , V I C , 3 63 8 M ur ray Va l l ey H w y, N ath a l i a , V I C 363 8...