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MODEL 4000
INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR
OPERATION, SERVICE AND
MAINTENANCE
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  • Page 1 MODEL 4000 INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR OPERATION, SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 2 HAND-HELD THERMAL FOG APPLICATOR Falcon is a trademark of Curtis Dyna-Fog, Ltd. DYNA-FOG is a Registered trademark of Curtis Dyna-Fog, Ltd. The Falcon design is protected by one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patents: 2,715,390; 2,738,334; 2,857,332; 2,950,592; 2,970,430;...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    AFTER EVERY (8) HOURS......................34-35 AFTER EVERY (25) HOURS......................36 CHECKING THE BATTERIES........................36-37 CARBURETOR...............................37 CARBURETOR DIAGRAM.......................38 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS....................44-48 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS........................49-52 MACHINE SYSTEMS DIAGRAM AND WIRING DIAGRAM................53 STORAGE AND SHIPMENT..........................54 MACHINE DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LISTINGS..................55-70 P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 4: Limited Warranty Information

    If the date of purchase is not so established, SELLER has the right to return to PURCHASER, at PURCHASER’S expense, the machine unless payment arrangements are made for the repair of the machine at the SELLER’S then-current prices. P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Height........31.75 cm...........12.3 in. Shipping Data (estimated): LxWxH......144.8 x 33.8 x 33.8 cm.....57 x 13.3 x 13.3 in Weight......10.0 Kg...........22.0 Lbs. Volume (cube)....0.16 Cu. M........... 5.9 Cu. Ft. P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 6: To The New Owner

    This machine is intended for outdoor use and for enclosed spaces with volumes of more than 500 cubic feet (14 cubic meters). Use in more confined spaces may create a fire or explosion hazard. P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 7: Working Principle

    Thus, combustion is quite complete and pollutants formed in other types of engines are actually burned to their non-pollutant end products in the pulse jet engine. P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 8 "no" flash point formulation can ignite if the proper conditions exist. These conditions are basically two: 1) a sufficient volume of liquid in the form of fine particles suspended in the air; and 2) a sufficiently high energy source of ignition. P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 9 If an external source ignites the fog being discharged, it will produce a torching effect. Should this occur, quickly turn the FORMULATION ON-OFF VALVE to the “OFF” position in order to stop the fog discharge. P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 10 An engine with excessive carbon deposits will run weakly and is likely to stop at any time. A weak running engine will also emit an extremely wet fog at 10 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 11 IT IS THE OPERATOR'S RESPONSIBILITY TO DISCOURAGE ANYONE FROM PLAYING IN THE FOG. 11 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 12: Preparing The Engine For Operation

    4. Wipe any spilled gasoline from the machine and allow time for any unseen spills to evaporate. CAUTION Do not put any formulation in the machine until you have become familiar with starting and stopping the pulse jet engine. 12 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 13: Engine Starting Conditions

    Under these conditions, actuating the priming bulb is not usually required as some gasoline will usually remain in the antechamber. 13 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 14 (Applies after too much fuel reached antechamber by excessive operation of the priming pump). See section on STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE. LOCATION OF FLOW-CONTROL ORIFICE AND OPTIONAL METERING VALVE Figure 1 14 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    WARNING DO NOT ACTUATE GASOLINE PRIMER BULB WITH ON/OFF CONTROL LEVER IN OFF POSITION. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START MACHINE WITH THE CARBURETOR COVER REMOVED. 15 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 16: Starting A Flooded Engine

    Ignition is not heard, release the IGNITION SWITCH and proceed to the TROUBLE SHOOTING section of this manual. STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Rotate the Carburetor Lever to “OFF” position. 16 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 17: Selecting A Formulation

    FOG. MOST OF THE CHEMICAL SOLUTIONS WHICH MAY BE DISPENSED WITH THIS MACHINE REQUIRE REGISTRATION WITH OR APPROVAL BY VARIOUS GOVERNMENT AGENCIES. SOME THESE SOLUTIONS MAY BE RESTRICTED, REGULATED OR PROHIBITED IN CERTAIN AREAS. 17 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 18: Preparing To Dispense Fog

    KNOW WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING THE SOLUTION. ALWAYS USE THE APPROPRIATE SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND DRESS ACCORDING TO THE CHEMICAL FORMULATION WHICH IS BEING USED. 18 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 19: Fogging Within Enclosed Spaces

    1000 cubic feet, (approximately 100 milliliters per 100 cubic meters) to 1 ounce per 3000 cubic feet (approximately 100 milliliters per 300 cubic meters). 2. Determine the Formulation Volume. 3. Determine the fogging time. 19 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 20 3000 cubic feet (Table 2). Knowing the usage rate from the formulation label and the volume of space to be fogged, the formulation volume and fogging time can be calculated as shown below. 20 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 21: Fogging Outdoors

    (0-10) and the formulation flow rate. This graph was derived using 467 Base oil (approximately 1 centipoise viscosity) as the formulation being fogged. 21 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 22 See "Dispensing FOG WARNING" on page 23-25. To test the fog to verify that it is "dry," see "Dry Fog vs. Wet Fog" on page 27. 22 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 23 It is a good idea to put only as much formulation in the tank as is necessary to do a particular job. This helps to ensure that the formulation tank will be empty when the fogging job is finished. 23 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 24 INFORMATION IS BASED ON A MACHINE FLOW RATE OF 9 U.S. GPH (34 LT./HR.) OR 19 OZ./MIN. (568 ML/MIN.) (EQUIVALENT OF 1 GALLON/50,000 CU. FT.) YOUR MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF PRODUCING HIGHER FLOW RATES THAN 9 GPH (34 LT./HR.). 24 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 25 CAUSE THE MACHINE TO SUFFER PERMANENT DAMAGE LEADING TO A FIRE OR EXPLOSION. DO NOT TOUCH THE HOT ENGINE TUBE. ALLOW SUFFICIENT COOLING TIME AFTER OPERATION BEFORE ATTEMPTING ADJUSTMENT, REPAIR OR MAINTENANCE. 25 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 26 Formulation Tank pressure, formulation viscosity, the state of cleanliness of the formulation system and the operating characteristics of the engine. 26 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 27: "Dry" Fog Vs "Wet" Fog

    4. Observe the fog being produced and if necessary after allowing the machine to cool, select a different flow control orifice that will give the fog quality you desire. 27 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 28: Major Components Diagram

    MAJOR COMPONENTS DIAGRAM LOCATION OF FLOW-CONTROL ORIFICE AND OPTIONAL METERING VALVE 28 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 29: Stop Fogging

    Do not store formulations in unmarked or otherwise improper containers. Do not store formulations in empty food or beverage containers or in any container marked for another substance. Do not re-use empty formulation containers for other purposes. 29 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 30 3. If preparing the machine for long-term storage or shipment, refer to the section marked STORAGE AND SHIPMENT. 30 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 31: Installing Air/Fog Plenum

    Long Air Duct. 3. Tighten clamp until snug. WARNING DO NOT over tighten clamp. Doing so can damage the Long Air Duct and can cause further damage to the machine. 31 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 32: Preventative Maintenance

    INSPECT FOR FORMULATION RESIDUES Examine the Formulation Tank and system for residues. If deposits are building up, increase the amount of flushing liquid that is fogged after each use. 32 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 33 Push and pull gently and continue rotating. Loose carbon will be removed from the tube when the engine is next started. 33 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 34 3. Thoroughly dry the filter and re-install. CAUTION Do not operate the system without the formulation filter installed. Extensive damage to the system may occur due to clogging of lines and orifices. 34 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 35 DO NOT close the spark plug smaller than this dimension. Always install the spark plug with your fingers. NEVER USE A WRENCH TO TIGHTEN THE SPARK PLUG. Figure 6 35 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 36: After Every (8) Hours

    Inspect the Fuel Filter (Fig. 3) in the fuel line. If it is dirty, replace the filter for a new one (P/N-58316). Inspect the filter located within the carburetor (see Figure 13 for location). 36 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 37: Checking The Batteries

    Minor adjustment of the needle may be required for high altitude. When the Carburetor is set at the nominal setting as explained below, performance difficulties will usually be found to be caused by sources other than the 37 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 38 2. Add approximately 1 quart (1 liter) of flushing solution, fuel oil or kerosene to the Formulation Tank. 3. Make sure the Fuel Tank has gasoline in it. 38 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 39 SYSTEMS IN THE CARBURETOR IN ONE VIEW THE FUEL NEEDLE WAS ROTATED IN THE CROSS SECTION OF THE CARBURETOR SYSTEMS DIAGRAMS CARBURETOR SYSTEMS DIAGRAM OPERATING FUNCTIONS Figure 10 39 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 40 Starting System Diagram" and the "Carburetor System Diagram" for a pictorial representation of all systems and names. The end of this section contains procedures for all possible Carburetor adjustments. 40 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 41 In this condition the spring behind the Metering Lever holds the Inlet Needle Valve closed preventing gasoline from leaking through the Carburetor if the machine is overturned. 41 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 42 Movements Pump Diaphragm draw gasoline through a series of check-valves and push the gasoline toward the Metering Chamber. The Fuel Needle fine tunes the fuel-air mixture allowing for small differences in engines and performance. 42 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 43 43 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 44: Carburetor Adjustments

    Symptom: #3 Machine runs but dies when beginning to fog. Possible Cause: 1. Fuel-air mixture is too lean or too rich. 2. Throttle linkage not traveling to full OPEN position. 44 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 45 A pulse-jet-engine that has a LEAN fuel:air mixture will not carry fog and the engine will want to stop running. A pulse-jet-engine that is set RICH will run rough or sputter frequently. 45 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 46 If the Metering Lever is set too far out, the movement of the Metering Diaphragm will open the Inlet Needle Valve too far. This will make the engine hard to start because it will be getting too much gasoline. 46 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 47 A setting of more than 0.031 inches (0.787 mm) will cause the machine to flood and be extremely difficult to clear from the flooded condition. After adjusting the Metering Lever, be sure to readjust the Fuel Needle. Figure 12 47 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 48 2. Gently remove the filter screen taking care not to deform or spread the wire mesh. 3. Clean the screen in fresh gasoline. 4. Re-assemble the parts as illustrated in the Carburetor breakdown. FIGURE 13 Carburetor Assembly Diagram 48 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    6. Remove the spark plug to see if gasoline reaches the spark plug. If the spark plug is not wet, then gasoline is not reaching the spark plug. Warning: Never push ignition button with spark plug removed! 49 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 50 3. The Fuel Needle may be closed. 4. The machine may be out of gasoline. 5. The On-Off Control may not be properly located for starting the machine. 50 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 51 STOP. If not, adjust linkage. See page . 2. Is there a carbon build-up? Check by looking into the engine with a flashlight. Refer to the MAINTENANCE section. 51 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 52 3. Is the pressurizing valve in backwards? See the section on WORKING PRINCIPLES. 4. Check for carbon at the injection point. See MAINTENANCE section. 5. Does the Formulation Tank Cap leak? 52 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 53 53 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

  • Page 54: Storage And Shipment

    The machine must be held in place to prevent rocking, shifting or bouncing in the carton. 54 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 55 HAVE BEEN DRAINED AND FLUSHED AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. IF A MACHINE IS RECEIVED THAT HAS NOT BEEN DRAINED AND FLUSHED, A SERVICE FEE WILL BE CHARGED FOR DRAINING AND PROPERLY DISPOSING OF THE CONTENTS. 55 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 56 56 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 57 57 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 58 TUBING, TYGON, .25 O.D., 5.38” LENGTH 58713-2 ELBOW, 1/8 MPT – 3/16, BARB 85916 RESTRICTING TEE AY 22183-2 HOUSING, DOWNSTREAM(BLACK) 58681 MALE TEE 22184 TUBE, VINYL, .312 GRES 80447-16 VALVE, METERING (OPTIONAL) 22235 58 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 59 HOUSING, DOWNSTREAM 58681 VALVE, DUCKBILL, CHECK 58684-1 NUT, JAM, 9/16 HEX 58682 O’RING, .308/.294 I.D. 10100-11 HOUSING, UPSTREAM 58680 TUBE, 1/4, NYLON, 6 IN 58212-8 ORIFICE, .024 DIA. 10247-24 59 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 60 COVER, IGNITER 59065 BATTERY, AAA, ALKALINE 59059 IGNITER AY., 1.5 VDC 59006-1 WIRE ASSEMBLY, IGNITION (1.5 VDC) 59043 NUT, 8-32, LOCK, HEX 454748 WASHER, #8, FL REG 131015 60 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 61 WASHER, LOCK, 10, EXTO 138479 NUT, 10-24, HEX 120361 WASHER, FLAT, #10 120391 WASHER, #8, FL REG. 131015 WASHER, LOCK, #8 121752 SCREW, 8-32 X ¼, PNCR 159572 61 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 62 SUPPORT AY., MAIN 59004-1 GROMMET, .53X .43 I.D. 45773 COVER, BOTTOM 59021 SCREW, 10-24 X 3/8, TRCR 157678 WASHER, LOCK, #10, SPLIT 120217 WASHER, FLAT, #10, REG. 120391 62 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 63 SUPPORT, AY, MAIN 59074 LABEL, STARTING INSTUCTIONS 59069 NUT, 8-32, LOOK, HEX 454748 WASHER, #8, FLAT, REG 131015 GROMMET, .53 X .43 I.D. 131015 GROMMET, 1” X .89 I.D. 59069-1 63 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 64 64 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 65 NUT, 6-32, HEX 114524 PRIMER BULB AY. 53271 COVER AY., CARB. 59040 SCREW, 6-32 X 1/2, PHCR, BLACK OXIDIZED 58615 WASHER, LOCK, #6, INTO 138526 LABEL, SPARK GAP 86714 65 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 66 TANK, FORMULATION 59002 WASHER, FLAT, #10, REG 120391 SCREW, 10-24 X 5/8, PNCR 159929 ELBOW, 1/8 MPT – 1/4 T 85748 LABEL, FORMULATION TANK 85521 GASKET, CAP 59055-3 66 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 67 INSERT, CAP, GASOLINE 59055-4 NUT, #10, NYLOCK, SSTL. 65240 WASHER, FLAT, #10, REG 120391 ELBOW, 1/8-27NPT X 3/16 BARB 85916 TANK, GASOLINE, 2.1 L. 59003 LABEL, GASOLINE TANK 85520 67 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 68 68 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 69 69 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 70 70 | P a g e Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.
  • Page 71 71 | P a g e Rev. 2/09 Copyright © 2009 Curtis Dyna-Fog, LTD.

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