Casotti SparaMosca User manual

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Operation and maintenance manual
version 2/2015

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Summary
A
QUICK GUIDE
What is contained in the package page 4
Insert the battery into the backpack pump page 4
Charge the battery page 5
Using SparaMosca to spray Spintor®Fly and similar products page 6
Using SparaMosca in a traditional way page 7
Safety instructions
General information page 9
Safety standards page 9
Symbols used in the manual page 10
Important warnings page 11
Transport, handling and storage page 12
Warranty page 13
Technical information
Description of SparaMosca page 15
How to handle SparaMosca page 16
Specification page 17
Operation page 18
Solenoid valve specification page 19
B
COperating instructions
Installation and connections page 21
Starting page 22
Maintenance page 23
Operating faults page 24
Compliance
Compliance page 27
Test sheet page 28
CE declaration of conformity page 29
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QUICK GUIDE
1. What is contained in the package:
• Backpack pump with lance
• 12V battery
• Battery charger
• Graded cylinder
• Lance extension
• Adjustable nozzle
3. Charge the battery:
1. Unscrew and remove the plastic protections
1. Connect the cables, taking care
to observe their polarity
3. Connect the battery charger to the power supply for 12 hours
3. Close the cover, pressing mainly
on the left
4. Press slightly and push
the cover clips upwards, until
a click indicates it is closed
2. Connect the terminals of the battery charger
taking care to observe their polarity
2. Insert the battery in the relevant compartment
2. Insert the battery into the backpack pump:
+ RED
+ RED
CLICK!
– BLACK
BLACK –

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1. Add the lance extension
3. Keep the button of the lance pressed
to dispense the liquid
4. Adjust the width of the jet
by turning the adjustable nozzle until
the desired mist is achieved
2. Set the switch to CONTINUOUS
5. Using SparaMosca in a traditional way:
(to spray herbicide or foliage treatment)
4. Using SparaMosca to spray Spintor®Fly and simi-
lar products:
1. Use the lance without extension
3. Press the button of the lance
to dispense a dose of liquid
6. Use the graded cylinder to measure
the dose of dispensed liquid
2. Set the switch to TIMED
4. Adjust the width of the jet
by turning the adjustable nozzle until
a spot of approx. 40cm
with large drops is achieved
5. Turn the timer to calibrate
the quantity of liquid for each spray
with precision up to one millilitre
LH
TIMED RH
CONTINUOUS

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General information
This operation and maintenance manual was prepared according to current
safety regulations.
The owner or operator of the machine must read
this manual before starting the equipment being described.
Working safety is the responsibility of the machine operator.
Failure to observe the safety and operating standards will cause the operator to
be responsible for the damage caused to the equipment or to people, animals or
property.
If doubts arise when reading this manual, contact the nearest Casotti authorised
dealer or Casotti Irroratori directly.
Safety standards
The user must thoroughly read the technical-operating instructions pertaining to
proper use of the machine.
This manual must be read before operating the machine and must always be at
hand to be referred to.
Safety information must be completed with the specific operating and maintenance
instructions for the machine.
For the dealer:
The person in charge of delivering and installing the machine must read the
following manual, understand its content and take the responsibility to deliver this
manual to the end customer.
Safety instructions
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Safety instructions A
Symbols used in the manual
When this warnings are shown, follow them in the exact order and strictly, with
regards to fine tuning, adjusting and maintaining the machine.
If these instructions are not strictly followed, serious damage to people, equipment
or animals may occur.
Prohibition symbols
No access for unauthorised people.
Do not remove guards and safety devices with moving gears.
Do not clean, lubricate, repair or adjust moving gears.
Danger symbols
This indicates taking measures to prevent personal damage,
highlighting that some of the usual manual practices,
if not carefully treated, may cause danger.
This is the danger due to the presence of electrical power.
This indicates the nature and danger of the content of containers
with harmful substances.
This indicates the nature and danger of the content of containers
with toxic substances.
Do not use the machine without knowing its characteristics.
Do not use SparaMosca for purposes other than those for which it is
designed; contact Casotti for clarifications about its use, if necessary.
Ensure that all personnel involved in operating the equipment is
properly formed.
SparaMosca is a sprayer of substances that are harmful for humans.
Therefore the operator must remain on the opposite side of the dis-
pensing area of the pesticide, without allowing any other person to
be in the vicinity.
The safety distance varies according to the operating pressure: as a
reference, the average distance is approx. 10 metres.
All operations are possible only when the machine is stopped and off.
Do not open any part of the machine that is normally closed, do not
remove guards.
Only one operator at a time must operate the machine.
Handle the pesticides with utmost care, taking all necessary precau-
tions during use, not just while spraying but also during the previous
stages where the product is prepared and mixed.
We recommend thoroughly reading the instructions for the product
to be sprayed since different rules apply according to the degree
of toxicity.
Machines are to be used outdoors.
Do not use the machine when there are unusual weather conditions
and the danger of heavy storms.
Important warnings

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Safety instructions A
Warranty
The terms and conditions of the warranty are determined as follows, unless
otherwise specified in the Order confirmation.
Casotti ensures the good quality and manufacture of machines and is committed
to replace or repair all components that show manufacturing defects for free for
the entire period of the warranty.
The warranty period starts with the delivery of the machine to the end customer.
If the product is defective during the warranty period, the purchase must immediately
inform the dealer and the manufactured of the defect; the manufacturer will decide,
at its sole discretion, how to proceed.
Warranty does not apply to parts that break or wear out due to the following:
- Failure to follow the instructions of the operation
and maintenance manual.
- Lack of or improper maintenance.
- User negligence when operating
the sprayer.
- Use of tools that are not suitable for maintenance.
- Modifications or tampering performed or commissioned without
an explicit approval by Casotti.
- Use of non-genuine spare parts.
Materials and wear parts, as well as parts whose duration cannot be determined
beforehand are not covered by the warranty.
The buyer agrees not to be entitled to any claim for damage that may arise, such
as loss of profit or sales, production or harvest, machine downtime or any other
indirect damage. Returns are not allowed without the written agreement of the
manufacturer.
All obligations for transport and shipping in general are the full responsibility of
the buyer.
The warranty has a duration of 24 MONTHS from the delivery date, according
to current regulations.
Transport, handling and storage
Check the following upon delivery:
- The bill of materials and the actual content
of the package match.
- The package is undamaged, so that any damage
due to the shipping agent can be identified.
Immediately contact Casotti if damage is found.
The machine weighs less than 25 kg, therefore there are no particular precautions
for transport.
During the test, the conditions of the mechanical finishing is checked for surface
corners and edges; however sharp and cutting corners and edges may remain,
which may cause injury, therefore pay utmost attention when handling the machine
and always wear the relevant personal protective equipment, e.g. suitable gloves
and safety shoes.
While waiting for installation, the package must be stored indoor in a dry area
to prevent damage to the box and to the machine.
If the package needs to be stored outdoors, cover it with a waterproof cover so
that dust, rain and humidity may not cause damage

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Technical information
B
SparaMosca is an agricultural sprayer specially designed to spray
micro-doses of new bio-agricultural drugs based on Spinosad, against
the olive fruit fly and fruit fly (cherry, persimmon, citrons).
It is fitted with a timed system to semi-automatically dispense single
sprays, all having the same dose, with a minimum of 3ml and a
maximum of 50ml each.
The calibration (dosing of the spray) is performed simply and quickly
by operating on the selector for seconds, checking whether the
dispensed quantity is as desired by means of the supplied graded
measuring cup. Press the button on the lance to spray always the
same pre-set dosing.
Several thousands of sprays can be performed before needing to
recharge, according to the duration of the battery (approx. 4 hours).
The pump can also be used for traditional treatments.
SparaMosca is a piece of equipment suitable for general herbicide
and spraying treatments in agriculture and gardening.
Other possible treatments are: fungicide, insecticide, acaricide,
foliage fertilisation, disinfestation.
Powder products that are soluble in water can be used.
Operation and maintenance of the equipment are very easy.
However, due to the nature of the active ingredients being used,
always follow all precautions to prevent any risk for the operator
and/or nearby persons.
Description of SparaMosca

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Technical information B
There is a small residual risk due to the ergonomics, therefore
we recommend not to fully fill the tank with liquid: the maximum
recommended weight for the electric pump with loaded tank is 15 kg
(weight when empty: 6.2 kg).
Even when the tank is full, SparaMosca weighs less than 25 kg,
therefore there are no particular precautions for transport, except
following the current safety regulations.
In any case, we recommend always paying utmost care during
handling.
There are residual crushing risks due to the lifting operation, we
recommend wearing suitable shoes.
Position SparaMosca on your shoulders as a backpack by means of
the relevant straps.
Pay attention not to impact the lance during movement, some parts
may be damaged.
How to handle SparaMosca Specication
Backpack electric pump with 12 l tank, net weight 6.2 kg.
12 V diaphragm pump suitable to spray liquid or water-soluble powder products.
Flow rate 3.8 l/min. Pressure 3.1 bar.
Timing system with adjustment potentiometer located on the pump body.
Timed/Off/Continuous (traditional spraying) mode selector switch
Dual function: spray or traditional continuous dispensing.
Potentiometer to adjust the timing, to achieve sprays between 3 ml and 50 ml.
Supplied spray calibration measuring cup.
Lance with tough and ergonomic grip, button and solenoid valve, adjustable nozzle
diam. 1.5 mm.
12 V rechargeable battery and supplied battery charger.
Battery duration: approx. 4 hours of continuous operation.
Duration of the battery when dispensing 20 ml sprays: approx. 9,000 sprays.
Dimensions 360 x 200 x 490 mm
Net weight 6.2 kg
Free flow rate 3 l/min
Flow rate with nozzle 110° 003 1 l/min
Pressure 3.1 bar
Voltage 12V
Duration of the battery (continuous) h 4
Duration of the battery (timed 20ml) approx. 9,000 sprays
Duration of a recharging cycle h 12
Noise level Less than 70 dB
Battery charger Primary 230 V 50 Hz
Secondary 12 V 10 VA

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Technical information B
Operation
SparaMosca operation
• Traditional use:
Add the extension (supplied) to the lance.
Position the timed/off/continuous switch
to the "Continuous" position.
Press the button on the lance grip to dispense the liquid and keep it
pressed for the desired time.
The liquid continues to come out continuously.
• Timed use
Position the timed/off/continuous switch
to the "Timed" position.
Remove the extension of the lance to have greater spray dispensing
accuracy.
Adjust the liquid spraying timing to set the millilitres of product to
be dispensed.
Press the button on the lance grip to dispense the liquid.
Any time the button is pressed, the same quantity of liquid is
dispensed, regardless of the time it is pressed for.
IMPORTANT
After each use, make sure the switch is set to "off" before storing
SparaMosca
If the switch remains on the other two positions, the battery will
discharge quickly.
1SOLENOID VALVE
Specification:
12V, 2 outputs, 8 bar, Q=4.5 l/min, 1/4” fittings
• Bayonet sleeve, patented system to allow quick manual inspection of the pilot.
• Rubber reel holder, elastic ring ensuring the reel can be secured without any
equipment.
• High-precision mechanical machining to achieve the a very low level of
roughness to limit scaling.
• High corrosion resistance due to the low magnetic residue STAINLESS steel
internal gears specifically designed for solenoid valves.
• Operating ambient temperature between -10°C and +50°C;
• Fluid temperature between -10°C and +130°C;
Materials used:
• Brass body CW617N (EN 12165)
• STAINLESS steel internal gears
• AISI 303 STAINLESS steel sleeve (EN 10088-3)
• FPM (Viton), NBR, EPDM, silicone seal materials.
Solenoid valve specication
2CENTRAL CORE

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Operating instructions
C
Installation and connections
During installation, always take into consideration
the technical information in chapter B
• Stand SparaMosca vertically, with the battery charger facing
you
• Open the cover of the battery compartment
• Stand the battery in front of the open compartment, with the
pole tabs on the left
• Connect the terminals, observing their polarity
(Red wire + with red tab; black wire – with black tab)
• Insert the battery while keeping the terminals on the left and
towards the inside
• Close the cover.
Since the compartment is very tight, press slightly forcefully, in
particular on the left, and click the cover fittings upwards.

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Maintenance
Washing
Firstly, recover any residues of pesticides into a suitable container.
Only use clean and clear water to clean the tank and the entire circuit.
Rinse thoroughly, flushing clean water while the pump is operating,
recovering the liquid as per current regulations.
Check the nozzle clogging and wear conditions.
Battery
Recharge the accumulator after each use of the machine,
in order to maintain its efficiency over time.
In the event of long periods of inactivity of the machine, remove the
battery and store it in a fresh and dry place.
Recharge the battery approximately every three months.
Starting
• Remove the cover
• Pour the mixture into the tank
Fill the tank only after filtering the fluid,
in order not to damage the pump.
Always use clean water without impurities to prepare the liquid to
be sprayed.
• Set the pump operating mode (continuous - timed) by means of
the switch on the side
• If the timing setting is selected, select the desired timing according
to the product millilitres to be dispensed for each spray (check
with the supplied measuring cup)
• SparaMosca is ready to be used
• Spray the chemical product keeping the nozzle at a suitable
distance from the surface being treated.
NOTE: Mix the pesticide separately in a suitable container, then pour
the solution into the tank.
Remember that, on average, approx. 200 ml of product remain
within the pipes at the end of treatment.
Operating instructions C
Cleaning the solenoid valve
See the solenoid valve specification and components on page 17.
Since the solenoid valve may become clogged, remove and clean
it thoroughly any time it is necessary. To do so: remove the fitted
solenoid (1), unscrew the bulb (2) by 90° until it clicks, using a pair of
pliers, then thoroughly clean the inside of the solenoid valve. Finally
reassemble all components carefully.

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Operating faults
• When the lance switch is actuated, the pump does not operate:
1. Check that the side switch is not set to "Off"
2. Check the battery connections
3. If the issue continues, do not persist, remove the battery and have
its charge checked by an authorised support centre.
4. If the battery is charged and the issue continues, contact Casotti or the reference
dealer
• The motor runs smoothly but no liquid is dispensed from the tank:
1. Check that the pump suction filter and the nozzle filter are clean.
2. Check that the solenoid valve on the lance is operating
• The side switch is set to “timed” but no liquid is sprayed when the
lance switch is pressed
1. Check that the solenoid valve on the lance is operating
2. Move the switch to "continuous" to bypass the timer.
If SparaMosca operates normally, the timer or the switch may be damaged.
In this case, contact Casotti or the reference dealer.
If there are other faults, contact Casotti or the reference dealer.

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Compliance
D
We declare the machine is equipped with the following documents:
• CE plate
• Full original operation and maintenance manual
• Original of the declaration of conformity to provisions of
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
For the dealer:
The full "Operation and maintenance manual" and the original of the "Declara-
tion of conformity" must be delivered to the end user.

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CE declaration of conformity
We, Casotti Irroratori di Casotti Elisa, single-owner company
with headquarters in Via Cerreto 10, 43035 Felino (Parma) Italy
declare that the following machine:
Name: Casotti sprayer
Function: Spraying pesticides
Model:
Code:
Serial number:
Year of manufacture:
COPY
ORIGINAL ATTACHED
Is compliant with the provisions of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
Name and address of the person authorised to compile the Technical File:
Casotti Elisa, Via Cerreto 8/1, 43035 Felino (Parma) Italy.
The signatory of this document is Mrs. Casotti Elisa, who has full legal authority
to represent Casotti Irroratori within the European Union.
Felino, on the Casotti Elisa
Test sheet
CASOTTI IRRORATORI declares that the machine:
Code
SPA SPARAMOSCA
Model
Serial number Year of manufacture
Underwent the following tests before being marketed:
• Proper operation of electrical and electronic components
• Proper operation of hydraulic components
Felino, on the ..........................
.............................
Casotti Elisa

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SparaMosca operation and maintenance manual - version 2/2015
The information in this document is subject to changes without notice.
Casotti is not liable for omissions or technical or publishing errors contained in this document.

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