ABORjet QUIK-jet AIR User manual

Micro-Injection System
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QUIK-®

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Part 1: Getting Started & Using your QUIK-jet Air
Parts of the QUIK-jet Air Device.............................................................................. 2
Parts of the QUIK-jet Air Kit .................................................................................... 3
Air Tank Assembly................................................................................................... 4
Connecting the Device............................................................................................. 5
Regulator Components ........................................................................................... 6
Part 2: Micro-Injection
Prime the QUIK-jet Air and Ready for Micro-Injection........................................... 7
Selecting Arborplugs and Drill bits......................................................................... 8
Setting the Arborplugs............................................................................................ 9
Procedure: Conifers vs. Deciduous....................................................................... 10
Part 3: Maintenance
Three step clean out .............................................................................................. 11
Regular Maintenance............................................................................................. 13
Lubricating the device ........................................................................................... 14
Breaking it down.................................................................................................... 15
Putting it back together ......................................................................................... 16
Replacement parts/ Internal parts......................................................................... 17
Additional parts/ Parts for Air Tank....................................................................... 18
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................... 19
Table of ConTenTs

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safeTy RemindeR
Always wear safety glasses and protective gloves (e.g. disposable
nitrile) when setting up, operating or maintaining the Arborjet QUIK-jet
Air System. Read label of injectable product for further precautions and
warnings.
PaRTs of The QUiK-jeT aiR deviCe
Glass Cylinder Case
975-1009
PTC Fitting
1/4” PTC
4-Pack
070-0100
Glass Cylinder
975-1008
Output Check Valve
975-1122
Trigger Slider
975-1011
Air Supply
Quick-Connect
975-00120
90° Adj. Elbow
975-1128
1/4” Product Tubing
070-0102
Pull Ring
975-1107
Cylinder Case Nut
975-1010 Main Body
975-1001
Piston Rod
Housing Plug
975-1003 Piston Rod
975-1004
Dosesizer
975-1006
Inlet Check Valve
070-2366
Stop Nut
975-1005
1/8” NPT x
#10-32 Adapter
975-1124

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PaRTs of The QUiK-jeT aiR KiT
Kit Includes:
• 1 QUIK-jet Air device (070-2355)
• 1 Liter supply bottle (010-9022)
• 1 Air tank (975-00183)
• 1 Carrying bag with shoulder strap (975-1123)
• 1 Arborplug setter (070-0120 sold in 2-pack)
• 2 Drill bits (3/8” and 9/32”) (010-4040)
• 1 Needle cleanout tool (070-0130 sold in 2-pack)
• 1 Graduated cylinder (070-0104 sold in mixing & measuring kit)
• 1 Pair of safety glasses (975-00084)
• 1 Funnel (070-0104 sold in mixing & measuring kit)
• ½ Liter of CLEAN-jet (030-2030 1 liter for reordering)
• 1 Training Manual (available online for reference)
• Low Pressure Regulator with coil (070-2370)
• 2 Viper Needles (070-0501 sold in 4-pack)
• Allen Wrench - 5/64” (989-00008)

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aiR TanK assembly
Holding regulator
assembly still, twist
air tank clockwise to
tighten.
• Fill air tank with compressed air only.
• Most dive/paintball shops can ll air tanks. If the shop does not have the proper lling station, item
#975-00039 will be needed.
CAUTION: Do not ll with CO2
CAUTION: Fill to maximum of 3000 psi.
You can ll your air tank if you have a personal compressed air tank of your own, all you’ll need is part
#975-00039N
Scuba open/close knob
Fill station open/close knob
QUIK-jet Air air tank ts
here for lling
Bleed Valve
IMPORTANT
• Make sure bleed valve is closed when lling air to the tank
• Be sure to bleed all air from scuba ll station before removing from air tank
Be sure to follow full instructions included with item #975-00039N

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ConneCTing The deviCe
Attach pressure supply line and product tubing:
1. Pull back outer sleeve.
2. Push to connect.
3. Flip device body over so on/off switch faces down.
4. Feed product tubing through channel in body until it
passes the front of the body.
5. Push product tubing into PTC tting.
6. Push the other end of tubing into the inlet check
valve. Ensure that the arrow on check valve points
towards the device.
7. Connect the tubing from product supply bottle into
the other end of check valve.
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PTC Fitting
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filling and aTTaChing PRodUCT sUPPly boTTle
1. Load formulation into
product supply bottle.
• Do not load more than
1000 mL of product.
2. Holding product suppply
bottle upright, screw bottle
clockwise into product bot-
tle top assembly.
• Ensure product tubing is
snugly connected in PTC
tting.

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RegUlaToR ComPonenTs
RegUlaToR
To adjust the air pressure, insert a 3/16” Allen wrench into end of primary regulator. Turn counter-clockwise
slowly to increase pressure to system. Turn clockwise to decrease pressure. Set pressure between 60 – 100
psi depending on tree.
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B
C
D
E
A
D
Side View Top View
A. Primary Regulator & Gauge
B. Pressure Release Valve
C. Air Tank
D. Open/Close Valve
E. Pressure Supply Gauge
Regulator Gauge
(Counter Clockwise)
(Clockwise)
CAUTION: Do not exceed 110 psi

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PRime The QUiK-jeT aiR dose ChambeR
Ready foR miCRo-injeCTion
1. Press the ON/OFF switch several
times until formulation reaches the
dose chamber.
2. Dispense product back into original
product bottle or extra supply bottle
until you get a full dose inside the
chamber.
NOTE: Be careful when pointing the
needle; some air bubbles may occur.
System is assembled, pressurized, primed, and ready for micro-
injection.
NOW YOU ARE FULLY ASSEMBLED!
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When To miCRo-injeCT
Seasonal and environmental conditions that favor uptake of injectable material
Time of Year: Active growth—tree in full leaf
Weather Conditions: Sunny, warm (ideally 60-80°F), breezy, low humidity
Soil Conditions: Moist soil conditions, soil temperatures above 40°F
QUIK-jet Air is now primed and ready to use!

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seleCTing aRboRPlUgs and dRill biTs
seleCTing aRboRPlUg siTes
Select Arborplugs based on tress size and type:
• For trees of small to medium size and density use
#3 (9/32”) Arborplugs.
• For large or dense-wooded trees and conifers use
#4 (3/8”) Arborplugs.
Use sharp, high-helix brad-point drill bits (included in kit).
Drilling in 2 Steps:
1. Use very light pressure to drill through outer bark and inner bark. The drill bit
will stop at the xylem. You can remove drill bit to note the bark thickness.
2. Use quick heavy pressure to drill into the xylem.
Try to keep drill steady to ensure properly-set Arborplugs.
# of Arborplugs = DBH”/2
(ex. 16” DBH = 8 sites) Sites are within
36” above the
soil line.
Root flares show best uptake and formulation distribution to the canopy. Choosing good
Arborplug sites result in faster injections.
The Best
Arborplug
Injection Zone
dRilling siTes foR aRboRPlUgs
Estimated drill depth into xylem:
Hardwood: 5/8” – 1 5/8” deep
Conifers:1 5/8” – 2” deep
Arborplug Size Drill Bit Size
#3 9/32”
#4 3/8”
X
Bark
Annual Rings
Inner Bark
Bark
Inner Bark
5/8” – 2”
Xylem
tissue
Drill Bit
Drill Bit
Step 1
Step 2

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seTTing The aRboRPlUgs
1. Set Arborplugs into drilled holes using Set Tool (from kit) and hammer.
2. Make sure the barbs on the
Arborplug make a seal between
the xylem and the inner bark as
illustrated.
INCORRECT
CORRECT
Too Deep Too Shallow

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miCRo-injeCTion WiTh The QUiK-jeT aiR
1. Determine mL dose per injection site (per Arborplug).
2. Insert needle and push switch forward to ON position to apply dose (up to 5 mL).
3. Hold until piston has stopped moving forward; push switch back to OFF position so piston retracts.
4. Repeat dose / injection site until entire dose is in the tree.
PRoCedURe: ConifeRs vs. deCidUoUs
Important Note For Conifer Injections:
Sap flows out of conifers as a protective response to drilling.
For best results, make sure the QUIK-jet Air is inserted and the mi-
cro-injection occurs immediatly after the Arborplug is set. Drill, plug,
and inject one site at a time. If too much time has passed between
Arborplug setting and QUIK-jet Air application, sap may flow into your
injection site and make your uptake slower.
Important Note for Deciduous Injections:
No sap flows from deciduous trees after drilling. QUIK-jet Air
micro-injection can occur after each Arborplug is set, or after all Arbor-
plugs are set in the tree.
ON OFF

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Cleaning oUT The sysTem: 1) geT eveRyThing oUT
ThRee sTeP Clean-oUT
IMPORTANT: Prior to switching to another product, or storing the QUIK-jet Air, it is essential to
clean and rinse out the device and product tubing to maintain proper function and to avoid clog-
ging the internal components of the system.
Cleaning out the system involves a 3-step process:
1. Empty product tubing of product (Fill with AIR)
2. Rinse away residue with CLEAN-jet
3. Empty product tubing of rinse solution (Fill with AIR)
IMPORTANT: Water is not recommended as a rinse solution for imidacloprid-based products as these are
not compatible with water. All product tubing must be free of both product and rinse solution before re-in-
troducing a new product to the device. Water-based products such as non-mixable fertilizers may be rinsed
with water.
1. Disconnect product tubing from device.
2. Pull trigger to discharge remaining product
from device (about 10mL) into nal injection
site in tree, or into original product bottle.
3. Turn OFF compressed air.
4. Bleed remaining air out of device and
regulator (two methods):
A. Slide ON/OFF switch back and forth
several times to bleed all air out of
system.
B. Pull sleeve on Pressure Inlet and press
on and off
device.
Leave Pressure Line disconnected, and
set injection device aside.
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Cleaning oUT The sysTem: 2) Clean-jeT Rinse
1. Label a “WASTE” container to capture resi-
due as it is rinsed out of the device.
2. Store unused chemical in separate bottle
or return it to original container.
3. Add at least 30-40 mL of CLEAN-jet to a
clean product supply bottle and attach to
device.
5. Reconnect air tank and product tubing.
6. Turn Pressure Supply ON to re-pressurize
the system.
7. Shoot CLEAN-jet uid through the device
and into the WASTE container. Repeat
several times.
8. Disconnect product tubing from product
supply bottle.
9. Switch on/off switch several times to
empty CLEAN-jet uid into the WASTE
container.
Cleaning oUT The sysTem: 3) lasT sTePs and disPosal
1. Turn OFF compressed air.
2. Bleed remaining air out of device and regulators:
A. Switch ON/OFF Switch several times to bleed all air
out of system.
B. Pull sleeve on Pressure Inlet and press on and off
device.
3. Leave pressure line disconnected and set injection device
aside.
4. Dispose of waste according to local and state regulations.
5. System is now ready to be loaded with another product
or may now be lubricated and stored.
IMPORTANT: Always follow Daily Maintenance before
storing the QUIK-jet Air System.
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WeeKly mainTenanCe
RegUlaR mainTenanCe
REMINDER: Before proceeding to Weekly Maintenance, be sure…
To clean out any debris in VIPER Needles:
1. Remove VIPER needle by pushing the
Compression Fitting in and pulling on the
needle.
2. Push the VIPER Needle Cleanout Tool
through the VIPER needle.
• To wear safety protection.
• That pressure supply is OFF.
• System is depressurized.
• Product supply bottle is depressurized.
• Product supply line switch is closed (OFF).
• That Daily Maintenance is completed.
IMPORTANT: Prior to performing maintenance proce-
dures or storing the system after use, it is essential to
clean out the device and product tubing to maintain prop-
er function and to avoid clogging.
Please Follow these steps when storing the QUIK-jet Air for a prolonged period of time to prevent
corrosion to the QUIK-jet Air body, manifold and tools:
• Store clean and dry equipment.
• Clean bottles and product tubing using CLEAN-jet.
• Store bottles empty.
• Oil metal components, especially Quick Disconnect on manifold and male Quick Disconnect on gun –
use 3 in 1 oil or WD-40.
• Spray tools with WD-40 or coat with 3 in 1 oil.
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lUbRiCaTing The deviCe
Add a few drops of 3-in-1 oil to the device Pressure
Inlet on the injector.
Apply 3-in-1 oil to the Pressure Supply Line Quick-
Disconnect, then pull the metal sleeve back and
release.
Apply grease to o-ring on Piston.
Apply grease to Internal Piston Sleeve
Whenever changing pressure supply tanks, apply
grease to o-ring on supply bottle’s neck.
Apply grease to Back Housing Plug Seal.

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bReaKing iT doWn
Remove Input Valve by taking a 7/16 wrench and
turn the screw counter-clockwise.
Unscrew case ring by turning it counter-clockwise to
free Glass Barrel Case from main body.
Remove the Glass Barrel case to reveal the Glass
Barrel and Piston.
Turn the Piston at an angle to remove it from the
Piston Rod.
Pull Glass Barrel away from Piston.
Using a ½” wrench, unscrew the black housing plug
from body by turning it counter-clockwise.

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PUTTing iT baCK TogeTheR
Push against the Internal Piston Sleeve with Housing
Plug. While having the Piston Rod lined up through
the hole, engage the threads and turn clockwise.
Use a ½” wrench to tighten.
Push the Glass Barrel back onto the Piston. Ensure
that grease is applied to Piston after each use.
Tilt and line up Piston with Piston Rod.
Turn the Glass Barrel until all of the measurement
readings are lined up and centered.
Put the Case ring back over Glass Barrel Case and
turn clockwise. Do not tighten yet.
Slide the Glass Barrel Case back onto the Glass Barrel.
Slide tubing through main body and push it in the
Push-to-Connect (PTC) tting.
Using a 7/16 wrench, tighten the input valve back onto
the Glass Barrel Case. Once the PTC tting is lined up
with the Tubing feed, tighten the Case Ring.
Piston O-ring may need replacement over time.
See troubleshooting section. If device gets stuck, replace.

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RePlaCemenT PaRTs
RePlaCemenT PaRTs
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A
B
I J K L
C
D E
F
G H
B
C G I
H
F
A. Main Body (975-1001)
B. Trigger Bezel (975-1012)
C. Trigger Slider (975-1011)
D. Trigger Plate Screws (975-1114)
E. Plug (975-1109)
F. Pull Ring (975-1107)
G. Stop Nut (975-1005)
H. Adjustable Knob Dosesizer (975-1006)
I. Housing Plug (975-1003)
J. Set Screw (sold with adjustable knob)
K. 1/8” MPT QD Male Plug (975-00120)
L. Inlet Check Valve (070-2366)
A. Cylinder Case (975-1009)
B. Fluid Piston (975-1007)
C. Glass Cylinder (975-1008)
D. #111 Tightness O-Ring (975-9448)
E. 10-32 to ¼” PTC (975-00078)
F. 1/8” Male NPT x 10-32 Female Bushing (975-1124)
G. Output Check Valve (975-1122)
H. Adj. Threaded Elbow (975-1117)
I. Cylinder Case Nut (975-1010)

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inTeRnal PaRTs
A B C D E
addiTional PaRTs
A. QUIK-jet Air Rebuild Kit (070-2360) B. Bottle Assembly (070-2200)
A B
PaRTs foR aiR TanK
A. Scuba Fill Station (975-00039N)
B. Tank Filling Adaptor - Dive Shop (975-00039)
C. Air Tank 62” cu 3000 PSI (975-00183)
D. Low Pressure Regulator Assembly w/ coil
(070-2370)
E. Air Tank O-Ring (994-20015)
A
D
B
E
C
A. Air Piston (975-1002)
B. U-Cup Seal (Air Piston) (975-1103)
C. Trigger Valve (998-00048)
D. Snap Ring (998-00045)
E. Stud Stopper (975-1004)
F. Housing Plug Seal (975-1104)
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PRoblem: deviCe Won’T fiRe
PRoblem: deviCe leaKing fRom needle
PRoblem: PRodUCT leaKing fRom PRodUCT sUPPly boTTle
PRoblem: PRodUCT leaKing fRom aRboRPlUg
PRoblem: TRoUbleshooTing CheCK valves
PRoblem: deviCe Won’T deliveR PRodUCT
• Is there compressed gas (air or nitrogen) pressure
indicated on the supply gauge? If not, rell bottle
(maximum 3000 psi).
• Is pressure Supply Line attached to the Device
Pressure Inlet? Connect by pulling back Quick-Dis-
connect Sleeve and push onto Device Inlet.
• Is the Flow Control completely closed? Open the
Flow Control by turning the knob counter-clock-
wise.
• Leaking from PTC?
• Make sure needle is seated properly.
• Leaking from tip of needle?
• Replace Check Valve before PTC tting at front
of device.
• Is Product Bottle Adapter screwed on tightly?
• If no, tighten bottle into adapter by turning
clockwise (screw on carefully, making sure
threads don’t cross!)
• Is gasket in Bottle Adapter worn or damaged?
• If yes, replace rubber gasket.
• Arborplug set at incorrect depth.
Too shallow - leaks from around injection site
• Tap Arborplug further into injection site so
barbs catch xylem tissue and not bark.
Too deep - injection site over-pressurizes and
membrane ruptures.
• Drill, plug, and inject a new site.
The Arborjet QUIK-jet Air System device utilizes 2 check valves:
• Inlet check valve • Exit check valve
• Is there product in the Product Bottle?
• Check Product Supply Line.
• Is the Product Supply Line connected to the device?
• If not, push Quick-Disconnect Fitting onto
Device Product Inlet.
• Is the delivery pressure (Primary Gauge) at least 35
psi?
• If not, then device pressure is insufcient to
move the shot piston, which delivers product.
• Overtime the Internal Piston Sleeve may wear
down with use and need replacing.
If there is a problem with flow of product, replace check valves. Note which valve seems to have problems–
the two check valves on the QUIK-jet Air are not interchangeable.