Suction Filter Cleaning - Goldacres MY17-19 Operator's Manual

Suction Filter Cleaning

The suction filter tap is plumbed before the filter
housing. The suction filter receives fluid from
either the rinse water tank or the main spray tank.
Therefore, all fluid to be sprayed or flushed through
the system passes through this filter.
NOTE: Running the main spray pump dry will
damage it. The main spray pump must be OFF when
switching from main spray tank to rinse water tank
and vice versa.
Filter Removal
For information specific to your circumstances, the
spraying equipment being used and the chemicals
being applied, consult your agronomist or chemical
supplier.
WARNING: Always wear the recommended
personal protective equipment and use caution
while working with chemicals.
To remove the suction filter bowl, follow the steps
below.
NOTE: A quantity of fresh water will need to be in
the rinse tank.
1. Set the tap handle in the OFF position.
2. Loosen the nut holding the filter bowl slowly.
Take care as some chemical may dribble out.
3. Suction on the filter bowl can be relieved by
briefly OPENING the tap for about 2 seconds
and then off again. This will cause the filter bowl
to drop and become loose. Stand clear of bowl
and be sure to catch any chemical coming out in
a suitable container.
4. Once chemical has stopped coming out of the
filter, unscrew the nut fully to remove the filter
bowl. Be careful when removing the bowl as
there may still be some chemical in it.
5. Clean the screen and the O-rings, then refit and
ensure that O-rings are in place.
Prairie 1500-3000L Operator's Manual MY17-MY19 - REV 0
Below: The suction filter is mounted to the left hand
side of the sprayer.
Filter body
Filter nut
Filter bowl
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