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PRO-MOUNT 360 & 460 Beginning with Serial Number 30527-15 OPERATOR’S MANUAL BESTWAY, INC. 2021 Iowa Street Hiawatha, Kansas 66434 USA Phone (785) 742-2949 • FAX (785) 742-2190 Call Toll Free 1-877-390-4480 www.bestway-inc.com DOM-BW020 Effective: March 2015 * Revision B Last Edit: March 2015...
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GENERAL INFORMATION Congratulations on your purchase of a BESTWAY sprayer. We at Bestway wish to thank you for your patronage and appreciate your confidence in BESTWAY equipment. Your BESTWAY Pro-Mount sprayer has been carefully designed and ruggedly built to provide many years of dependable service in return for your investment.
INTRODUCTION Serial Number The serial number provides important information about your BESTWAY sprayer and may be required to obtain the correct replacement part(s). The serial number plate for the sprayer is located on the right side of the top link mount at the front of the sprayer.
- YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! If you have questions not answered in this manual, require additional copies or the manual is damaged, please contact your dealer or Bestway, Inc., 2021 Iowa Street, Hiawatha, KS 66434. TELEPHONE: (877) 390-4480, FAX: (785) 742-2190.
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All safety statements in this manual, as well as those found on safety decal's, are preceded by the following warning symbols. Carefully read and follow the instructions provided. Indicates and imminently hazardous situation that, if not DANGER: avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components which, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
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(24) con- secutive months from the date of delivery of the new Bestway product to the original purchaser. Purchased components installed by Bestway (pumps, controls, tanks, wheels, valves, cylinders, fittings, etc.) shall be warranted by their respective manufacturer for a period of twelve (12) con-...
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Except as set forth above, Bestway shall have no obligation or liability of any kind on account of its equipment and shall not be liable for special or consequential damages. Bestway makes no other warranty, expressed or implied, and, specifically, Bestway disclaims any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
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Overall Dimensions Weights (w/60’ Boom) Empty weight: (A) Total length: 300 Gallon Model 2340 lbs. (1061 kg) tractor hitch to rear of sprayer 76 in. (1930 mm) 400 Gallon Model 2690 lbs. (1220 kg) Payload (w/water) (B) Total length: 300 Gallon Model 2920 lbs.
Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible. • Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign. • Safety signs are available from your Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or Bestway, Inc. How to Install Safety Signs: •...
SAFETY INFORMATION As the manufacturer of your BESTWAY Pro-Mount sprayer, we care about your safety. In fact, this machine and its systems have been designed to provide maximum safety. Unfortunately, no machine design can prevent operator error or carelessness. This operator’s manual provides instructions for the safe operation and maintenance of your Bestway Sprayer.
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• Before leaving the tractor cab, wear personal protective equipment as required by the pesticide use instructions. When re-entering the cab, remove protective equipment and store either outside the cab in a closed box or some other type of sealable container, or inside the cab in a pesticide resistant container, such as a plastic bag.
• Keep personal wash tank full of clean water for rinsing face and hands, as well as for cleaning safety equipment and spray nozzles. This water is not intended for human or ani- mal consumption. Equipment Safety • Make sure no person or object is in the path of the sprayer booms, especially when retract- ing or extending the wings.
• REMEMBER: If Safety Signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts are replaced without decal's, new decal's must be applied. New decal's are available from Bestway, Inc at 1-877-390-4480. During Operation • NO PASSENGERS ALLOWED - Do not carry passengers anywhere on, or in, the tractor or equipment, except as required for operation.
Remember • Your best assurance against accidents is a careful and responsible operator. If there is any portion of this manual or function you do not understand, contact your local authorized dealer or Bestway, Inc at 1-877-390-4480.
INITIAL PREPARATION AND SETUP Tractor Preparation and Hookup 1. Read your tractor operator’s manual. It will describe safe methods of operation. Make sure your tractor has proper ballast and that the hydraulic system is full of oil and working properly. Check tractor brakes and warning lights, and make sure they are in working order.
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2. After any required adjustments described in your tractor operator’s manual are made to the 3 point hitch on the tractor, hook up the applicator to the tractor. Raise parking stands to storage position. While parked on level ground, level the sprayer by adjusting the 3-point top link. IMPORTANT: Damage may occur to this equipment if you fail to raise the parking stands before operation!
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Some tractors use two 6-volt batteries as a power NOTE: source. Make sure there is a total of 12 volts delivered to the controller by connecting to the Positive (+) terminal of one battery and the Negative (-) terminal of the other battery. Reliable operation of the controller depends on a clean power supply.
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6. If using a boom control switch box, install it on top of the Raven Controller as shown in photo above. If a Raven controller is not being used with this sprayer, choose another suitable mounting location in the tractor cab. For further information on the function of this control box, refer to the Boom Operation in Section D.
Initial Preparation of the Sprayer 1. Read all other manuals provided with the Bestway sprayer, including those that pertain to the controller and pump. 2. If the control valve plumbing has not been pre-installed on the sprayer, follow the directions provided in this section for installation procedure.
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5. Follow the directions in the sprayer control operating manual to calibrate and set the controller. 6. Fill the sprayer half full of water using the quick fill port (see filling the sprayer in the “Operation” section). Also, fill the rinse tank (if equipped) and the personal wash tank. Check for leaks around all tanks and valves.
Controller Installation In many cases, a Bestway sprayer will come from the factory with a Raven sprayer control pre-installed. However, this sprayer can also be ordered with just the base plumbing with 3 or 5 valve sections, which permits the owner to install any compatible control system desired. Keep in mind that the ball valves require 12 volts at all times so the valves can close when the control wires drop voltage.
The Raven installation manual should provide most of the installation information required. However, the following instructions are intended to help when mounting the Raven flow meter & butterfly valve into the existing plumbing on a Bestway mounted sprayer 1. Disassemble the fittings between the pressure gauge and throttling valve on the control plumbing in the front of the sprayer.
Open Center Hydraulic Modification Jam Nut Set Screw This sprayer is equipped with a Hydraulic Boom Control Manifold that can be switched from closed center to open center with an adjustment of a dump valve located in the picture at right. This dump valve has a set screw on the end of it.
OPERATION Filling The Tank The 300-gallon tank on the Pro-Mount 360 sprayer can be filled in one of two ways – through the top tank lid using auxiliary equipment, or through the Quick-Fill valve auxiliary equipment. To fill the tank through the Quick-Fill valve: 1.
Inductor Agitation Valve, “off” position Pump Supply Valve, “Spray” position Induction Valve, “off” position Pump Supply Valve, “Induct” position Adding and Mixing Chemicals Although chemicals can be added directly to the main tank through the hinged tank lid, the sprayer has been equipped with a chemical induction system for quick loading and thorough mix- ing.
Always handle agricultural chemicals with care, using the CAUTION: proper safety equipment as prescribed by the product label. 5. While opening the induction valve , turn the pump supply valve from the “Spray” position to the “Induct” position. The inductor should start to drain. 6.
Switch Box Function To raise or lower the center section of the boom, which in turn controls the overall boom height, switch the center switch down to lower the boom and up to raise the boom. The two switches toward the left end of the control box control the folding and unfolding of the wings.
Reaction speed of the boom functions may vary, NOTE: depending on the hydraulic flow of the tractor. On closed center hydraulic systems the boom function speed can be adjusted by adjusting the hydraulic flow control for the remote valves on the tractor. Refer to the tractor owners manual for further details for adjusting hydraulic flow.
5. Lower boom wing tilt until level with center section. Make sure no person or object is in the path of the DANGER: wings, especially when folding or unfolding. Be aware of the boom location at all times. Stay away from power lines when folding or unfolding wings.
Sprayer Operation Once you have filled the sprayer tank and thoroughly mixed the chemical(s), you are prepared to begin the spraying operation. At this point, you should have also determined the application rate and programmed that information into the rate controller computer, along with information on the spray tips, boom width, etc.
Agitation Valve Function The agitation valve is used to adjust tank agitation during operation. Open the valve to increase product agitation. Close the valve to reduce agitation or to increase capacity available to the boom. Throttling Valve Function In most cases, the rate controller will maintain the correct flow and pressure settings for the desired application.
Controlling Drift Drift can be defined as the movement of spray droplets outside the intended target. It is one of the biggest environmental concerns chemical applicators face. Although some products have a greater tendency to drift than others, due to their volatility, the potential for drift exists with any chemical.
That, in turn, doubles the horizontal distance droplets can travel during their fall. Managing Drift To manage drift while spraying chemicals with the Pro-Mount 360: • Spray when wind velocity and direction doesn't favor drift. Do not spray when winds are gusty or under any condition which will allow drift to move to an off-target area.
Spray Nozzle Selection Nozzle, or spray tip, selection is often based upon droplet size, which refers to the diameter of an individ- ual spray droplet. In addition to its importance in controlling drift, droplet size from a nozzle becomes important when the efficacy of a particular crop chemical is dependent on coverage.
Wear proper protective clothing, including gloves and eye protection. If the Bestway Pro-Mount 360 is equipped with a factory installed rinse system, follow the instructions below to rinse the entire sprayer Tank rinse valve, “off”...
Taking the time to clean the sprayer after each use is the most important thing you can do to improve the performance and longevity of your BESTWAY Pro-Mount 360 sprayer. This is particu- larly important after the use of suspension type chemicals, which can crystallize and plug the flowmeter, lines and/or spray tips.
In the event a replacement screen is required, or you have a need for a screen with larger or smaller mesh openings, contact your Bestway dealer or Bestway, Inc. Sprayer Nozzle Maintenance Spray Tip Care Careful cleaning of clogged spray tips can mean the difference between a clean field and one with weed streaks.
If a tip is clogged and does need cleaning, only use a soft bristled brush or toothpick to clean it. Never use a metal object or wire brush. Use extreme care with soft tip materials such as plastic. Even a wooden toothpick can distort the orifice. Tip Replacement Spray tips are often the most neglected component on modern sprayers;...
• Ceramic - Superior wear life and is highly resistant to abrasive and corrosive chemicals. • Hardened stainless steel - Very good wear life, good durability and chemical resistance. • Stainless steel - Good wear live, excellent chemical resistance and a durable orifice. •...
Preparation For Storage 1. Always store the sprayer inside a building if possible. This protects vulnerable components like hoses, fittings, tires, valves and electronic relays from harmful ultraviolet rays, rain, snow and ice. 2. Thoroughly wash and flush the tank and plumbing system with a detergent solution; then rinse with clean water.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Pro-Mount 360 Operation Problem Probable Cause. Action No pressure in spray system Pump not running. Make sure hydraulic hoses are hooked up correctly. Verify that impeller is turning. Pump not primed. Turn on tank valve. Make sure the pump volute is flooded.
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Boom valves won’t turn on Valves not hooked up to 12 volts. Valves require 12-volt power in addition to the signal from the controller. Fuse has blown. Check tractor fuse panel for blown fuse. Wiring connection bad. Check all wiring connections. Individual nozzles turning on and off erratically Spray pressure too low for diaphragm checks installed.
PARTS LISTINGS TANK MOUNTING ASSEMBLY (300 Gallon Tank) ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 61902 TANK, 2 1/2 GAL, RINSE, YELLOW TLA-5T TANK LID, 5" THREADED 64156 POLY SLING, 3" X 82.5" 75608 TANK SUPPORT OT0300-1 TANK, 300 GALLON OVAL (see page G37 for further details) 75824 HOSE, 3/4"...
TANK MOUNTING ASSEMBLY (ref. parts list on page G1)
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400 GALLON TANK MOUNTING ASSEMBLY ITEM # PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 64145 TANK, 400 GAL OVAL (see page G37 for further details) 64155 POLY SLING, 3" X 106" 64156 POLY SLING, 3" X 82.5" 75604 STEP WELDMENT 75678 FRAME 75863 TANK SUPPORT 75868 BRKT, TANK SUPPORT LH...
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400 GALLON TANK MOUNTING ASSEMBLY (ref. parts list on page G3)
FRAME ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 64115 PIN, .50" X 4.00" 64121 HOSE CHAIN, IGUS 64139 PIN, BENT HITCH, 5/8" X 5" ZP 64140 PIN, CLEVIS .75" X 2.75" W/CLIP 69290 SMV SIGN 75621 PARKING STAND LEG 75678 FRAME 75705...
BOOM ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 6MB-6FJS ADAPTER, HYD #6MALEORBX#6FEMJICSWIV 6MJ-6FJS-90 ADAPTER, HYD 90ELB #6MJIC X #6FJIC 6MJ-6MB ADAPTER, HYD #6MJICX#6MORB 6MJ-6MJ-8MB ADAPTER, HYD BRANCH TEE #6MJ X #8MB 8FJ-6MJ ADAPTER, HYD #8FJIC X #6MJIC 8MB-8FB-RC125 RESTRICTOR/CHECK #8ORB - .125 8MB-8FJS ADAPTER, HYD #8MORB X #8FJIC SWIV...
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BOLT, 5/16" NC X 2.50" S.S. B56.312 BOLT, 5/16" NC X 3.50" GR5 ZP B58.4 BOLT, 5/8"NC X 4.0" GR 5 DEC-BW009 NAME PLATE, BESTWAY EMBOSSED ALUM FW34 WASHER,FLAT-3/4" ZP FW34NYL WASHER, NYL FLAT - 3/4" X 1 1/2" OD IB12.6 BOLT, EYE - 1/2NC x 6"...
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BOOM ASSEMBLY - CENTER SECTION (ref. parts list on page G12)
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BOOM ASSEMBLY - LEFT HINGE (ref. parts list on page G12)
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BOOM ASSEMBLY - RIGHT HINGE (ref. parts list on page G12)
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BOOM WING ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. B56.212SS BOLT, 5/16" UNC X 2 1/2" STAINLESS FW56SS WASHER, FLAT 5/16" SS AB905 PIPE INSERT 75769 WMENT, TRUSS END MNT 75772 BACKING PLATE N56SS NUT 5/16NC STAINLESS LW56SS WASHER, LOCK - 5/16 STAINLESS RSI-0810-10 SLEEVE BEARING, 1/2"ID x 5/8"OD x 5/8"LG...
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BOOM WING ASSEMBLY (ref. parts list on page G17)
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BOOM WING ASSEMBLY (ref. parts list on page G17)
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BOOM WING HINGE END DETAILS (ref. parts list on page G17)
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BOOM WING MID SECTION DETAILS (ref. parts list on page G17)
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BOOM WING TIP DETAILS (ref. parts list on page G17)
DOUBLE LIFT CYLINDER ASSEMBLY ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 6MJ-6MB ADAPTER, HYD #6MJICX#6MORB 6MJ-6MB90 ADAPTER, HYD, ELBOW - #6MJIC x #6MB 64117 CYLINDER, 1.5 x 21 BASE PORTING 64118 CYLINDER, 1.5 x 21 ROD PORTING 75710 CLAMP, PIGGYBACK CYLINDER 75754 HOSE, LIFT CYL, BASE TO BASE B1.612...
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RINSE TANK ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 61809 TANK, 50GAL POLY PCO YELLOW 1 1/4FP TLA-5T TANK LID, 5" THREADED 69553 BUCKLE, TANK STRAP HOLDOWN 71920 STRAP, TANK HOLD DOWN 66" NYLON 75706 RINSE TANK BRACKET 75733 HOSE, 1.50"...
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