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- Page 1 Operator’s Spray Star 3182 with Raven 440 System SN: 300G091 July 2011 Product Support: Hwy SS & Poplar Ave; Cameron WI 54822 1-800-891-9435 productsupport@smithco.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction..............1-9 Introduction ..............1 Symbols ..............2-3 General Safe Practices ..........4 Safe Spraying Practices ..........5 Specifications .............. 6 Optional Spray Equipment .......... 6 Set Up ................. 7 Controls & Instruments ..........8-9 Operation ..............10-22 Operating Instructions .......... 10-12 Console Features ............. -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Smithco Smithco Smithco Smithco Smithco Thank you for purchasing a product. Read this manual and all other manuals pertaining to the Spray Star 3182 carefully as they have safety, operat- ing, assembly and maintenance instructions. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment dam- age. -
Page 4: Symbols
SYMBOLS Read Operator’s Electrical Power No Electrical Manual Power Engine - Stop Engine - Start Engine - Run Temperature Water Engine Oil Light Temperature Gasoline Diesel Glow Plug - On Glow Plug - Off Glow Plug Hour Meter Hour Meter Fuse Hand Throttle Choke - Closed... - Page 5 SYMBOLS Up/Down Arrow Down/Lower Up/Raise Manual No Smoking Moving Parts Operation Step Hot Surface Pinch Point Hydraulic Fluid Lift Arm Tractor Penetration Engage Disengage Ground Speed Fast Slow Forward High Warning Danger Reverse Neutral Caution...
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Page 6: General Safe Practices
SAFE PRACTICES 1. It is your responsibility to read this manual and all publications associated with this machine. 2. Never allow anyone to operate or service the machine or its optional equipment without proper training and instructions. Never allow minors to operate any equipment. 3. -
Page 7: Safe Spraying Practices
SAFE SPRAYING PRACTICES Persons engaged in the handling, preparation or application of chemicals must follow accepted practices to insure the safety of themselves and others, 1. WEAR protective clothing including: gloves, hat, respirator, eye protection and skin covering suitable for protection from chemicals being used. -
Page 8: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS Length 128" (325 cm) Width 72" (183 cm) Height w/ ROPS 84" (213 cm) Height w/ Booms Folded 136" (345 cm) Wheel Base 68" (173 cm) Weight Empty 2340 lbs (1061 kg) Weight Full 4950 lbs (2245 kg) SOUND LEVEL (DBA) At ear level 88.4 dBA... -
Page 9: Setup
SETUP The Spray Star 3182 arrives from Smithco setup and ready for service. Depending on freight conditions battery installed. The spray system is normally shipped attached to the 3180 Prime Mover. If a spray system is to be fitted to a Prime Mover by a dealer or factory, assemble and attach the components in accordance with the parts drawings in the Spray Star 3180 Parts/Service Manual. -
Page 10: Controls & Instruments
CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTS A. Hour Meter - The hour meter indicates hours of machine operation. It operates only when the ignition switch is on. B. Glow Plug - When ignition is turned on, glow plug lights when ready to start. C. - Page 11 CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTS R. Ground Speed (Cruise) Control Foot Switch - When rocker switch is turned on and desired speed is obtained, push foot speed control switch to set cruise. (see below). S. Master Boom Switch - located on the left floorboard is used to override the master switch on the com- puter console of the spray systems.
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Page 12: Operation
OPERATION Before operating the Spray Star 3180, become familiar with all controls and functions. Also complete all mainte- nance requirements and read all safety warnings. Knowing the Spray Star 3180 thoroughly, how it operates, and by doing the prescribed maintenance steps, you can expect trouble free operation for years to come. SAFETY Operator needs to always be the concern of an operator of a moving vehicle or any machine with moving parts. - Page 13 OPERATION Run machine at half-throttle minimum, prior to operating tration pedal. This will ensure proper brake release. Before using the Spray Star, the operator and spray technician must familiarize themselves with all of the information on chemical spraying contained in the Turf Spray Guide. All testing and calibrating of sprayers is to be done with water, not chemicals.
- Page 14 OPERATION (CONTINUED) SPRAYER VALVE SETTINGS AND SPRAY TANK AGITATION The 3-way valve on the suction side of the pump, between the tank and the pump must be open before pump is engaged. Close this valve only when necessary to clean the filter with spray material in the spray tank. There is one manual flow control valve on the discharge side of the spray system.
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Page 15: Console Features
CONSOLE FEATURES This Console (PGM F) requires selection of US (acres); SI (hectares) or TU (1,000 sq ft) area and SP1 (wheel drive, etc.). A. POWER - Turns Console power OFF or ON. Turning Console OFF does not affect the data stored in the computer. -
Page 16: Console Programming
CONSOLE PROGRAMMING When entering data into the Console computer, the entry sequence is always the same. Data must be entered into the first eight keys. 1. Depress the key which you wish to enter data. 2. Depress the “Enter” key. An “E” will illuminate in the DATA display. - Page 17 CONSOLE CALIBRATION 6. Recheck the new Speed Cal numbers. Zero out Distance display as in step 3. Enter the new Speed Cal number as in step 1. Repeat steps 4 and 5. MEASURE CAREFULLY. Be sure tire is properly inflated before measuring. Measure tire in type of soil in which you will be spraying.
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Page 18: Initial Programming Of Console Computer
INITIAL PROGRAMMING OF CONSOLE COMPUTER When you first turn on Console power, after all installation procedures have been completed, the Console will flash “CAL” in the RATE display and “US” in the DATA display. This means you must “calibrate” or program the Console before it can be operated. - Page 19 INITIAL PROGRAMMING OF CONSOLE COMPUTER 8. Enter SPEED CAL of 612 in key labeled: 9. Enter METER CAL calibration number in key labeled: 10. Enter VALVE CAL calibration number (2123) in key labeled: 11. Enter the target RATE 1 (GPA) (lit/ha) (GPK) you want to spray in the key labeled: 12.
- Page 20 INITIAL PROGRAMMING OF CONSOLE COMPUTER 6. To display SPEED, momentarily depress the key labeled: 7. To display VOL/MIN., momentarily depress the key labeled: 8. To display AREA/HOUR, momentarily depress key labeled: This is an actual calculation of AREA/ HOUR at the present speed you are going. It is not an average over time. 9.
- Page 21 INITIAL PROGRAMMING OF CONSOLE COMPUTER ENTER MODE SEQUENCE WITH ACTIVATED DATA-LOCK 1. Depress the key into which you wish to enter data. 2. Depress CODE message will appear. Enter your DATA-LOCK CODE. If code is correct, “E” will appear. Now enter data normally. The DATA-LOCK feature prohibits the entry of data without first entering the DATA-LOCK CODE.
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Page 22: Initial Console Setup
INITIAL PROGRAMMING OF CONSOLE COMPUTER LOW LIMIT FLOW SET POINT AND LOW LIMIT ALARM Depress until DATA display flashes. A low limit flow rate may now be entered. If actual volume Per minute falls below this limit, the Control Valve stops closing, the Alarm sounds and the rate display flashes “LL”. - Page 23 SPRAY OPERATION (After Proper Setup and Calibration) 1. Add the amount of water required for the spray operation to tank using air gap filler. 2. Start engine, set engine speed below 2000 RPM, and engage pump after taking all previously described safety and operation precautions.
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Page 24: Spray Operation
SPRAY OPERATION One of the most common causes for faulty-pump performance is corrosion inside the pump. Flush the pump and entire system with a solution that will chemically neutralize the liquid pumped. Mix according to manufacturer’s directions. This will dissolve most residue remaining in the pump, leaving the inside of the pump clean for the next use. -
Page 25: Spraying Procedure
This section is intended to offer practical guidelines for the distribution of liquid chemicals over an area of turfgrass such as golf courses, park land, school grounds and lawns. SMITHCO makes no representation as to the suitability of any technique or product for any particular situation. This section is suitable for self-propelled spray vehicles or sprayers mounted onto vehicles. -
Page 26: Hose & Handgun Spraying
HOSE & HANDGUN SPRAYING A handgun (hand-nozzle or hand-lance) is used to control and direct the spray pattern to the ground, shrub or tree. They must be constructed of long lasting and noncorrosive materials such as brass, stainless or aluminum. The handgun fits to a hose of any length from the sprayer allowing operator mobility. -
Page 27: Nozzles
NOZZLES 3. Disperse the material in a specific pattern that will insure even distribution of chemical across the swath covered by the boom. As shown (to the right) the pattern formed by flat fan (TeeJet) nozzles would show most liquid concentrated at the center, then tapering off where it begins to overlap with the next nozzle-approxi- mately... -
Page 28: Calibration Introduction
CALIBRATION INTRODUCTION Calibrating simply means to adjust a set of variables on the sprayer in order to deliver the desired amount of chemical to a known area of turf. The job of calibrating the sprayer consists of balancing these variables so that your sprayer delivers the desired application rate. -
Page 29: The Nozzle Chart Method Of Calibration
THE NOZZLE CHART METHOD OF CALIBRATION The Nozzle Chart Method is useful when the sprayer nozzles are new or nearly new. It is also the most useful method to employ when the sprayer is equipped with an Electronic Spray Control System. The Electronic Spray Control System does most of the calibration work, it is up to the operator to select the proper combination of nozzle size and ground speed which will deliver the desired application rate. -
Page 30: The "128" Method Of Boom Sprayer Calibration
THE NOZZLE CHART METHOD OF CALIBRATION (CONTINUED) 5. For Sprayer with Electronic Spray Control Systems. On sprayers equipped with Electronic Spray Control Systems such as those manufactured by Raven Ind., Micro-Trak Co. and Dickey-John Co., it is still important to select the right type and size of nozzle for the required operation. - Page 31 THE “128” METHOD OF BOOM SPRAYER CALIBRATION The carrying or towing vehicle is to be traveling at the desired speed when it crosses the start line of the measured course. Repeat this procedure and determine the average of the two times. 3.
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Page 32: Nozzle Performance Chart #1
NOZZLE PERFORMANCE CHART #1 Nozzle Type: XR TeeJet & DG TeeJet Spacing: 10 inch (25cm) Calibration: US Gal/Acre (GPA) & US Gal/1,000 Square Feet (GPT) Nozzle Application Rate GPA Application Rate GPT Pressure Capacity Speed MPH (KPH) Speed MPH (KPH) Color Size (Gal/Min) -
Page 33: Nozzle Performance Chart #2
NOZZLE PERFORMANCE CHART #2 Nozzle Type: XR TeeJet & DG TeeJet Spacing: 10 inch (25cm) Calibration: Liters Per hectare Nozzle Application Rate l/ha Pressure Capacity Speed KPH (MPH) 3 (2) 5 (3) 6 (4) Color Size (l/min) 0.26 0.34 Orange XR11001 0.38 0.45... -
Page 34: Nozzle Performance Chart #3
NOZZLE PERFORMANCE CHART #3 Nozzle Type: Turbo FloodJet Spacing: 40 inch (100cm) Calibration: US Gal/Acre (GPA) & US Gal/1,000 Square Feet (GPT) Nozzle Application Rate GPA Application Rate GPT Pressure Capacity Speed MPH Speed MPH Color Size (Gal/Min) 0.28 10.4 TF-VS2 0.35 13.0... -
Page 35: Nozzle Performance Chart #4
NOZZLE PERFORMANCE CHART #4 Nozzle Type: Turbo FloodJet Spacing: 40 inch (100cm) Calibration: Liters Per Hectare Nozzle Application Rate l/ha Application Rate GPT Pressure Capacity Speed km/h Speed MPH Color Size (l/min) 1.11 83.3 66.6 TF-VP2 1.29 96.8 77.4 1.40 84.0 Brown TF-VP2.5... -
Page 36: Nozzle Performance Chart #5
NOZZLE PERFORMANCE CHART #5 Nozzle Type: Turbo TurfJet Spacing: 20 inch (51cm) Calibration: US Gal/Acre (GPA) & US Gal/1,000 Square Feet (GPT) Nozzle Application Rate GPA Application Rate GPT Pressure Capacity Speed MPH (KPH) Speed MPH (KPH) 3 (5) 4 (6) 5 (8) 6 (10) 3 (5) -
Page 37: Nozzle Performance Chart #6
NOZZLE PERFORMANCE CHART #6 Nozzle Type: Turbo TurfJet Spacing: 20 inch (51cm) Calibration: Liters Per Hectare Nozzle Application Rate l/ha Pressure Capacity Speed KPH (MPH) 4 (2.5) 6 (4) 8 (5) 10 (6) Color Size (l/min) 0.46 69.0 46.0 34.5 27.6 0.56 84.0... -
Page 38: Reference
ABBREVIATIONS AND CONVERSIONS Gallons per minute Centimeters lit/min Liters per minute Decimeters dl/min Deciliter per minute Meter Pounds per square inch Millimeters Kilometers m.p.h. Miles per hour Gallon per acre km/h Kilometers per hour lit/ha Liters per hectare Volume per ACRE ml/ha Milliliter per hectare Volume per hectare... -
Page 39: Declaration Of Conformity
2000/14/EÜ mõistes Direktiivin 2000/14/EY mukainen ilmoitettu tarkastuslaitos Isossa-Britanniassa Organisme notifié concernant la directive 2000/14/CE Britische benannte Stelle für 2000/14/EG 2000/14/ Smithco West Inc. 2000/14/EK – egyesült királyságbeli bejelentett szervezet Organismo Notificato in GB per 2000/14/CE 2000/14/EK AK re istr t organiz cija 200 West Poplar Avene... - Page 40 The place and date of the declaration Místo a datum prohlášení Sted og dato for erkl æringen Plaats en Smithco West Inc. datum van de verklaring Deklaratsiooni väljastamise koht ja kuupäev Vakuutuksen paikka ja päivämäärä Lieu et date de la déclaration 200 West Poplar Avenue Ort und Datum der Erklärung...
- Page 41 January 1, 2007, to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the period of time listed below. Where a warrantable condition exists, Smithco will repair the Product at no cost to you including diagnosis, labor (at the Smithco standard labor rate, subject to the Smithco flat rate schedule), and parts.
- Page 42 Smithco may require the return of failed parts or components in order to determine the validity of any warranty claim. Smithco will not be obligated to replace components of other manufacturers if inspection by the original component manufacturer indicates that failure was due to normal wear and tear, expected consumption through use or improper care or service.
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