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- Page 1 Models PF-6 & PF-10 G Series Installation & Operation Manual Pestifoamer ®...
- Page 2 Richway Industries Ltd. makes a continuing effort to improve its products. As such, we reserve the right to make improvements without obligations to add them to machines already in the field.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety First Assembly Here's How It Works Components Power Unit Compressor Agitation Valve Foam/Liquid Valve Tank Exhaust Assembly Disk Check Valve Siphon Breaker Anti-Siphon Valve Foam Head Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Tank Cap Assembly Tank Strap Catch Foam Hose Treating Tool Operation... -
Page 4: Safety First
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES WARNING! Pesticides, termiticides and other chemical mist or liquid can cause permanent eye, skin or lung damage or death. Always wear proper protective clothing, goggles, aspirator, gloves or other chemical protective garments as recommended by the label of the pesticide you are using. - Page 5 Never operate this unit with a damaged cord or plug. Discontinue use if the cord is not working properly or if it has been damaged. This machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this machine immediately after use and store in a dry place.
- Page 6 Use of Extension Cords Use only a heavy duty, grounded extension cord plugged into a properly grounded outlet (minimum of 14 gauge for a 25' cord & 12 gauge for up to 100'). Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Test before each use. See COMPONENTS section for additional information. 1 7/8"...
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Page 7: Assembly
ASSEMBLY No tools are required to assemble your Pestifoamer. Units are shipped without the handle, axle and wheels installed. Axle and Wheels Slide the axle shaft through holes in the lower rear of the power box. Install 7/16” flat washer onto axle. Slide wheel onto axle. -
Page 8: Here's How It Works
Handle Installation Place handle into handle mounting hole (see figure 4 page 10). Secure Handle with ¼ X 1 7/8” pin and hair pin. Foam Hose Each Pestifoamer is equipped with 20 feet of 3/4" ID foam hose. This hose is attached to the foam outlet coupler, located at the lower, left, rear of the machine. - Page 9 The 3/8" airline to the tank is connected to a diaphragm exhaust valve. When the power is turned off, this valve opens to rapidly release air pressure in the tank. WARNING! When the Pestifoamer is turned off, pressure remains in the hose. Release all pressure by opening the treatment tool, allow all pressure to exhaust, before attempting to remove foam hose.
- Page 10 Foam/Liquid Agitation Valve Valve Gauge Disk Check Valve Siphon Breaker Assembly Tank Exhaust Compressor Assembly Disk Check Valve Liquid Foam Head Assembly 6 Gallon Tank Assembly FIGURE 3 - Pestifoamer Model PF-6 Flow Diagram...
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Page 11: Components
COMPONENTS The Pestifoamer consists of three basic components: power unit, tank, and foam hose. Power Unit WARNING! Before attempting to open power unit cover, be sure machine is unplugged to prevent electrical shock. Do not operate Pestifoamer without cover. Compressor The 115 volt, AC compressor is used to pressurize liquid in the tank and force it into the foam head where it is mixed with air to produce foam. -
Page 12: Agitation Valve
Agitation Valve The Pestifoamer has a tank agitation system. The agitation valve (located on the top of the power unit) is turned counter-clockwise to "agitate". When in "agitate" position, air is introduced near the bottom of the tank to mix the materials in the tank. -
Page 13: Foam Head
Foam Head The foam head is located inside the power unit. Air and liquid are mixed in the foam head to produce the foam, which is then pumped out through the hose to the treating tool. If needed, the entire foam head assembly may be disassembled for cleaning (see figure 11 page 20). - Page 14 1/4" 2-way Ball valve 1/4" 3-way Ball valve P-0679 P-0678 Diaphragm Compressor (115V) P-0340 Tank Exhaust Valve Compressor Filter (PF) P-0351 Plug - 3 Prong (panel mount) Cap (foamhead) P-0407 P-0216 Back Panel (PFD) P-0680 Foam Outlet GFCI (panel mount) 3/4"...
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Page 15: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter The Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is panel mounted in the lower rear of the power unit (see figure 6). The Pestifoamer is equipped with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI), to protect against electrical shock hazards caused by ground faults where permanent protection is unavailable. - Page 16 3/16tube Union Elbow (QC) P-0681 1/8mpt X 3/16tube Stem (QC) P-0682 1/4mpt X 3/8tube QC Elbow P-0360 1/4tube X 1/4mpt QC Elbow P-0395 Cap Assembly 1) 1/8 2) 1/4 P-0965 Tank Cap Ring (Threaded) P-0939 Tank Cap Disk - 1) 1/8 2) 1/4 P-0964 Tank Cap Gasket P-0940...
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Page 17: Tank
TANK The Pestifoamer is equipped with a high density polyethylene tank to hold the water, foam, and termiticide solution. The tank is pressurized during operation. Do not attempt to open tank until all air has been released by the exhaust system. Open tank slowly, to relieve any remaining pressure. - Page 18 1/2f Ball Valve (brass) 1/2" Street Elbow (brass) P-0912 P-0913 3/4 coupler (A) P-0368 3/4mpt X 1/2fpt Reducing Bushing (brass) P-0915 1/2mpt X 30" Pipe (alum) 1/2mpt X 3" Nipple (brass) P-0907 P-0917 1/2fpt X 1/8fpt Reducer (brass) P-0914 1/8mpt X 3" Nipple (brass) P-0916 Rubber Cone (PT-03) P-0900...
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Page 19: Operation
OPERATION Before using your Pestifoamer for the first time, mix only foam concentrate and water to establish a baseline amount of concentrate required. It is worthwhile to determine the proper foam to water mixing ratios for your water source with the initial filling. Doing so will save time in the future and aid in consistent foam quality. -
Page 20: Mixing Termiticide
Mixing Termiticide WARNING! Always follow termiticide manufacturers' safety recommendations when handling, using or mixing termiticides. After establishing a baseline foam concentrate to water ratio, add termiticide according to manufacturers' label directions. Agitate and test foam consistency again. DO NOT use the palm test for foam consistency once the termiticide has been added. Determine foam quality based on visual observation. -
Page 21: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE WARNING! To prevent the possibility of personal injury or property damage, disconnect from electrical power, de-pressurize system and vent fluid to a safe area before servicing. Before performing any maintenance, turn off power, relieve all pressure and unplug unit. Wear protective garments before performing any maintenance where you may come in contact with chemicals. -
Page 22: Foam Head
Foam Head If foam volume loss is detected, unscrew foam head cap and rinse elements thoroughly with warm water. Be sure to wear gloves, goggles, and any clothing recommended when handling chemicals. Compressor Filter Unscrew the filter from the compressor and clean by back-blowing with 30-40 psi air pressure. -
Page 23: Anti-Siphon Valve
All solenoid operators and valves should be cleaned periodically. The time between cleaning will vary depending on type of termiticide, water and foam agents. In general, sluggish valve operation, excessive noise or leakage will indicate cleaning is required. In extreme cases, faulty valve operation will occur and the valve will fail to open or close. Always clean filter/strainer when cleaning the valve. - Page 24 Red Cap Retainer Name Plate Solenoid Spring Washer Solenoid base sub-assembly Core spring Core assembly Body gasket Valve body FIGURE 13 - Anti-siphon Valve Exploded View (PF-10 Only)
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Page 25: Preventative Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance - All Models Keep medium flowing through valves as free from dirt and foreign materials as possible. While in service, the solenoid operator or valve should be operated at least once a month to ensure proper opening and closing. Periodic inspection of internal valve parts for damage or excessive wear is recommended. -
Page 26: Trouble Shooting
NOTE: Before phoning the Richway Service Department have your model number, serial number and owners manual available. IMPORTANT! Do not return to Richway Industries any part or component which is chemically contaminated. Problem Solution No foam or too little foam 1. -
Page 27: Appendices
APPENDICES Appendix 1 - Flow Diagram Model PF-10 Foam/Liquid Agitation Valve Valve Gauge Disk Check Valve Assembly Tank Exhaust Compressor Assembly Disk Check Valve Foam Head Assembly 10 Gallon Anti Siphon Tank Valve Liquid FIGURE 14 - PF-10 Flow Diagram... -
Page 28: Pestifoamer Wiring
Appendix 2 - Pestifoamer Wiring On/Off Rocker Switch Compressor BLACK BLACK BLACK WHITE GREEN Tank Exhaust Valve GREEN BLACK GREEN GFCI WHITE WHITE 3 Prong Plug BLACK FIGURE 15 - Pestifoamer Wiring Model PF-6... - Page 29 On/Off Rocker Switch Compressor BLACK BLACK BLACK WHITE GREEN Tank Exhau Valve GREEN Anti Siphon BLACK Valve GREEN GFCI WHITE WHITE 3 Prong BLACK Plug FIGURE 16 - Pestifoamer Wiring Model PF-10...
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Page 30: Warranty
Richway Industries, Ltd., Pestifoamers are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from date of shipment. During this warranty period, Richway will repair or replace at no charge, those parts or components which upon receipt by Richway, following warranty analysis, prove to be defective.
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