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OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Mounted Sprayers
Plus
Model: ...................................................
Serial Number: ......................................
(Pubblication N° LUM-PLUS-10-EN)
© CIMA S.P.A. - 2000-2012 PRIVATE PROPERTY.
ANY REPRODUCTION, EVEN IF PARTIAL, IS FORBIDDEN IF NOT PREVENTIVELY AUTHORIZED IN WRITING BY THE
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LISTING OF VALID PAGES
This publication consists of 83 pages, subdivided as follows:
N° OF PAGE REVISION BASE
from I to VI 10 March 2012
from 1 to 77 10 March 2012
ADDITIONAL RECORDS AND VARIANTS
REVISION DESCRIPTION
00 First edition, June 2000
01 Second edition, November 2000
02 Revision, December 2001
03 Third edition, January 2002
04 Revision, April 2003
05 Revision, May 2004
06 Revision, March 2005
07 Revision, September 2008
08 Update, November 2008
09 Revision, February 2011
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GENERAL INDEX
1 FOREWORD ............................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 CHECKS TO BE CARRIED OUT AT MATERIAL RECEPTION ................................................... 1
1.2 PUBLICATION IDENTIFICATION ............................................................................................... 1
1.3 ATTACHED PUBLICATIONS .................................................................................................... 1
1.4 PURPOSE OF PUBLICATION ................................................................................................... 1
1.5 REFERENCE TO REGULATIONS ............................................................................................. 2
1.6 USING THE MANUAL .............................................................................................................. 2
1.7 UPDATES ................................................................................................................................ 2
2 GLOSSARY ............................................................................................................................ 3
2.1 TERMINOLOGY ....................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 ABBREVIATIONS .................................................................................................................... 3
2.3 DECALS .................................................................................................................................. 3
3 GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................................................................................... 7
3.1 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION ...................................................................................................... 7
3.2 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ...................................................................................................... 7
3.3 SAFETY NOTICES ................................................................................................................... 7
3.3.1 General ................................................................................................................................... 7
3.3.2 Precautions against the fires ................................................................................................. 8
3.4 SAFETY SYSTEMS ................................................................................................................. 9
3.5 HANDLING OF AGRO-CHEMICALS ........................................................................................ 9
3.5.1 Storage ................................................................................................................................. 10
3.5.2 Specific equipment ............................................................................................................... 10
3.5.3 Disposal of empty containers and agro-chemical residues ................................................ 10
3.5.4 Personal means of protection ..............................................................................................11
4 MACHINE STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS ................................................................................. 12
4.1 FRAME ................................................................................................................................... 13
4.2 FAN SERVO AMPLIFIER ........................................................................................................ 14
4.3 HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT COMPONENTS ................................................................................... 15
4.4 TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................................................ 27
4.4.1 Sprayers dimensions and weights ...................................................................................... 27
4.4.2 Weight of accessories ......................................................................................................... 27
4.4.3 Centrifugal Pump CD32 ......................................................................................................... 28
4.4.4 Filters ..................................................................................................................................... 29
4.4.5 Tanks ..................................................................................................................................... 29
4.4.6 Fans ...................................................................................................................................... 29

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5 COUPLING MODALITIES .................................................................................................... 30
5.1 HITCHING TO THE TRACTOR ................................................................................................ 30
5.2 MOUNTING OF CARDAN TRANSMISSION SHAFT ............................................................... 31
5.3 INSTALLATION OF REMOTE CONTROLS ............................................................................. 32
5.3.1 Manual 2-tap distributor - P9 ................................................................................................ 32
5.3.2 Electrical control panel - E10 ................................................................................................ 32
5.3.3. E.P.A. Control unit ................................................................................................................. 33
6 DISTRIBUTION DEVICES ..................................................................................................... 34
6.1 POSITIONING OF FAN CASING ............................................................................................. 35
6.2 ELBOW FITTINGS OF DISTRIBUTION DEVICES .................................................................... 35
7 ACCESSORIES ..................................................................................................................... 36
7.1 FILLER PIPE ........................................................................................................................... 36
7.2 PAIR OF WHEELS ................................................................................................................. 36
7.3 SWIVELLING DEVICE ............................................................................................................ 37
7.4 E.P.A. Kit DELIVERY PROPORTIONAL ADVANCEMENT ...................................................... 38
8 FILLING ................................................................................................................................ 39
8.1 FOREWORD – USE OF THE FAN DISENGAGEMENT ............................................................ 39
8.1.a Disengagement of the fan .................................................................................................... 39
8.1.b Fan engagement to perform the treatment ........................................................................... 40
8.2 FILLING THROUGH POURING FROM THE TOP ..................................................................... 40
8.3 FILLING WITH THE SPECIFIC PIPE ......................................................................................... 41
9 AGITATION .......................................................................................................................... 44
10 OPERATING PROCEDURES ................................................................................................. 44
10.1 PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS TO TREATMENT ..................................................................... 44
10.2 PREPARATORY OPERATIONS TO TREATMENT .................................................................. 45
10.3 THE TREATMENT .................................................................................................................. 46
10.4 PROCEDURE TO WASH THE HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT (head - pump) ..................................... 47
10.5 END OF TREATMENT - STORAGE ........................................................................................ 49
10.5.1 Daily ....................................................................................................................................... 49
10.5.2 End of seasonal cycle .......................................................................................................... 51
11 TANK AND HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT DRAINING .................................................................... 52
12 LIFTING AND TRANSPORT ................................................................................................. 53
13 MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS ............................................................................................ 54
13.1 LUBRICATION ........................................................................................................................ 54

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13.2 FAN SHAFT SUPPORT OIL LEVEL CHECK ........................................................................... 55
13.3 FAN SHAFT SUPPORT OIL REPLACEMENT ......................................................................... 55
13.4 CLEANING OF FILTER’S CARTRIDGE ................................................................................... 56
13.5 PURGING OF RESIDUES FROM FILTER ................................................................................ 56
13.6 CLEANING OF THE FAN ........................................................................................................ 57
13.7 FAN BELT TENSIONER .......................................................................................................... 57
13.8 PUMP BELT TENSIONER ........................................................................................................ 58
13.9 TANK REMOVAL OR REPLACEMENT .................................................................................. 59
13.10 TABLE OF MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS ............................................................................. 60
14 FAULTS FINDING ................................................................................................................. 61
15 REPAIRS ALLOWED ............................................................................................................ 64
15.1 REPLACEMENT OF PUMP CONTROL BELT .......................................................................... 64
15.2 REPLACEMENT OF ELECTRICAL PANEL’S FUSES .............................................................. 65
15.3 PRESSURE GAUGE REPLACEMENT ..................................................................................... 65
15.4 INSPECTION AND CLEANING PUMP FILTER ........................................................................ 66
15.5 LEVEL GAUGE CLEANING ................................................................................................... 67
15.5 CHECK HYDRAULIC DELIVERY ............................................................................................ 68
15.5.1 Check with flowmeter .......................................................................................................... 68
15.5.2 Check without flowmeter ..................................................................................................... 69
16 INTEGRATIVE DIAGRAMS .................................................................................................. 70
16.1 HYDRO-PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM ............................................................................................ 70
16.2 WIRING DIAGRAM ................................................................................................................. 74
17 NOISE LEVEL ....................................................................................................................... 75
18 ATTACHMENT : DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE ......................................................... 76
19 WARRANTY .......................................................................................................................... 77
19.1 Warranty ...............................................................................................................................77
19.2 Reporting defects in goods .................................................................................................. 77
19.3 To pass safety information .................................................................................................. 77
19.4 Validity and acceptance ....................................................................................................... 77
Fitting for gauge functional test ................................................................... (P7 - FILTER) ... page 22
Fitting for pump flow verification ................................ (P26 - NIPPLE FOR FLOWMETER) ... page 27

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1 FOREWORD 1
1.1 - CHECKS TO BE CARRIED OUT AT MATERIAL RECEPTION
At reception of the machine, make sure that this one is complete and in good condition in every part.
Ifanydamaged partsarefound out,timelyinform aboutthatthe machineDistributor,or directlycontact
C.I.M.A. SpA.
Upon receipt of the machine, expressly verify the following conditions:
-that the machine is delivered assembled in all its parts, and that the equipment fully complies with
the requested configuration (that procedure is necessary, because for overall dimensions’
requirements the machine is often partially disassembled during the transport);
- that the connections are correctly mounted;
- that the cable clamps are correctly tightened, as well as all the fittings and connections;
- that all the protections are both present and firmly fastened;
- that the oil level inside the fan support is correct;
- that the fan, the fan protection casing or other parts of the machine ARE NOT damaged because
of any bumps suffered during the transport.
1.2 - PUBLICATION IDENTIFICATION
The“OPERATIONANDMAINTENANCEINSTRUCTIONS”manualisanintegrativepartofthesprayers.
It is identified by a Publication No. located on the frontispiece, and through which the document can
be identified, traced and/or subsequently referred to.
The information elements contained herein are updated as at the date of publication. C.I.M.A. S.p.A.
reserves the right to modify its machines without notice, with the purpose of applying technical
enhancements, and it declines all responsibility for possible omissions from the publication.All righ
reserved. No parts of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic
or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system,
without premission in writing by C.I.M.A. S.p.A.
1.3 - ATTACHED PUBLICATIONS
— Spare parts catalogue;
— Distribution devices, “Operation and maintenance instruction”
— Distribution devices, “Spare parts catalogue”
— “Low Volume - Instructions for sprayer adjustment”
1.4 - PURPOSE OF PUBLICATION
All indications contained in this manual are aimed at the user of the sprayer.
Thedurationof themachineandits operation,theoperator’ssafetyandtherespectfortheenvironment
are dependent upon scrupulous observance of the stated norms.
Before making use of the sprayer, the user must read, understand and abide by all regulations listed
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1.5 - REFERENCE TO REGULATIONS
This manual was set out conforming to the regulations contained in following documents:
— Directive 2006/42/CE: Attachment 1 point 1.7.4;
— UNI10653:Technical Documentation;
— UNI10893:Technical Documentation.
1.6 - USING THE MANUAL
Read every part of this manual, paying attention to the WARNING and DANGER indications both on
the text and on the machine or on components.
All operations suggested by the manual will have to be followed with the utmost care and only after
having understood the negative consequences of improper usage.
The following “symbols “ are used within the text in order to highlight and visually identify the
importance of the various types of information:
Indicates important additional information
Non observance can result in permanent damage to the sprayer.
Highlights possibly dangerous situations to people.
The manual, with relevant attachments and possible integrating issues, must be kept with the utmost
careand mustalwaysbecomplete,integer andlegible ineverypart.Shouldit bemislaid itisimperative
to immediately request a duplicate from C.I.M.A. S.p.A. Should the decals originally applied on the
machine be mislaid, damaged or become incomprehensible, they should be
promptly replaced.
For every type of distribution device (Head) delivered with the sprayer, a specific user and
maintenancemanualisattached.Alltheheadmanualsmustalwaysaccompanytheoneofthemachine.
- The manual must always be kept for the sprayer’s whole operational life.
- Any modification received must be permanently inserted in this publication.
- The manual must be ceded with the sprayer should this be sold.
1.7 - UPDATES
Possible updates that C.I.M.A. S.p.A. will provide the owner of the sprayer will be accompanied by
instructions to insert in this publication.
Should the machine be sold, the owner must inform the new purchaser that he should notify C.I.M.A
S.p.A. of his address in order to receive possible future integrating issues and/or updates.

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2 GLOSSARY 2
2.1-TERMINOLOGY
The terms FRONT, REAR, RIGHT and LEFT utilised in this publication refer to the sprayer as seen by
anoperatorfrombehindtheoperativeunitalongthedrivelineandfacingit:the rearpart ofthemachine
is that closest to the operator, and is where the distribution device (Head) is mounted - and the front
part is the one that gets attached to the tractor.
2.2 - ABBREVIATIONS
cm.....................................................................................................................................centimetres
g..................................................................................................................................................grams
h.................................................................................................................................................... hour
ha............................................................................................................................................. hectare
ha/h .......................................................................................................................... hectare per hour
l..................................................................................................................................................... litres
l/h................................................................................................................................... litres per hour
l/min........................................................................................................................... litres per minute
kg............................................................................................................................................kilogram
kg/cm2..................................................................... kilograms per square centimeter (atmosphere)
km..........................................................................................................................................kilometre
km/h .................................................................................................................... kilometres per hour
Lm...............................................................................................................................width in metres
m.................................................................................................................................................metre
Mesh .................................................................................................... N° of meshes per linear inch
Micron ................................................................................................................. 1/1000 of millimetre
mm...................................................................................................................................... millimetres
PTO.............................................................................................................................. power take-off
RPM ............................................................................................................................ revs per minute
s..............................................................................................................................................seconds
2.3 - DECALS
The safety and use/maintenance decals are applied to the machine are described in the following paragraph.
Every decal is marked with its part number, in case it needs to be replaced.
The arrangement of the adhesives on the machine is shown in the following pictures.

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Safety decals
Use and maintenance decals
95001
95009
95098
95099
95012
95015
95010
95009
- STOPTHEENGINEANDREMOVETHEKEYFROMTHETRACTOR’S
CONTROLPANELBEFORECARRYINGOUTALLMAINTENANCE
ORREPAIROPERATIONS
- CONSULT THE USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL BEFORE
USINGORINTERVENINGONTHEMACHINE
- CONSULTTHEUSERANDMAINTENANCEMANUAL
BEFOREUSINGTHEMACHINE
- DANGER OF CONTAMINATION BY CONTACT OR
POISONOUSPRODUCTSINHALATION
- ITISFORBIDDENTOGETINTOTHETANK!
- DANGEROFSPRAYS:KEEPATASAFEDISTANCE
- DANGER,PARTSINMOTION.BEFOREREMOVINGPROTECTION
GUARDS, STOP THE TRACTOR, REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE
TRACTOR’SCONTROLPANELANDENSURETHATALLMOVING
PARTSHAVESTOPPED
- BEFORE UTILISING THE
RELEASE DEVICE, STOP THE
TRACTOR, REMOVE THE KEY
FROM THE TRACTOR’S
CONTROLPANELANDENSURE
THATTHEFANHASSTOPPED
- MAXIMUM
OPERATINGSPEED
OFTHEDRIVE
OUTLET (PTO): 540
RPM
- DANGER: GLOVES
MUST BE USED TO
EMPTYTHE TANK
ATTENZIONE
MONTARE LE RUOTE
DOPO AVER AGGANCIATO
LA MACCHINA AL SOLLEVATORE
SMONTARE LE RUOTE
PRIMA DI STACCARE
LA MACCHINA AL SOLLEVATORE
95012
- DANGER:MOUNTTHEWHEELSAFTER
HAVINGHITCHEDTHEMACHINETO
THEHOISTERANDDISMANTLETHEM
BEFOREUNHITCHINGTHEMACHINE
FROMTHEHOISTER
(for the models where it is foreseen)
95079
- GREASEEVERY200HOURS:
FAN TIGHTENER SUPPORT AND
FREEWHEEL
95054
95057
- CHECKTHEOILLEVELEVERY8HOURS:
FANSHAFTBEARINGS.
- HANDWASHING
TANK TAP
Imprintnexttothe
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95065
2,5 atm
95056
95056
95058
95084
- WARNING:NEVEROPERATE
THESPRAYERWITHOUTLIQUID
INTHETANK
- INDICATIONOFTHE
WHEELSOPERATING
PRESSURE
(accessory)
- INDICATIONONTHEOPERATIONOF
THE 3-WAY TAP (P2)
- HOOKINGPOINT
FORTHELIFTING
OFTHEMACHINE
- INDICATIONONTHE
OPERATIONOFTHE
RINSING TAP (P15)
(For models on
which it is forseen)
Positioning of the safety, use and maintenance decals
NOTE: The numbers with the asterisk (*) indicate the adhesives relevant either to
optional components or to accessories to be applied ONLY on the models and
versions on which this is foreseen.
95059
95084(*)
95054
95099
95012
ATTENZIONE
MONTARE LE RUOTE
DOPO AVER AGGANCIATO
LA MACCHINA AL SOLLEVATORE
SMONTARE LE RUOTE
PRIMA DI STACCARE
LA MACCHINA AL SOLLEVATORE
95012
95079
00675
FAN SHAFT
BEARINGS
(For models on which
it is forseen)
FAN
TIGHTENER
SUPPORT
For models with rinsing tank
95058 - INDICATIONOFTHE
CHEMICALEMPLOYED
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350
300
250
200
150
100
50
50 Plus
2000
TRATTAMENTOCON:
TREATMENTWITH:
TRAITEMENTAVEC:
TRATAMIENTOSCON:
INDICAREILPRODOTTOUTILIZZATO
INDICATETHEUSEDPRODUCT
INDIQUERPRODUITUTILISÉ
INDICARELPRODUCTOAPLICADO
00000
95001
95065
95010
95009
FREE WHEEL
For models on which
it is forseen
For version with fan
switching-off device
95009
95054(*)
95015(*)
01213
95058
95079 95059
95098
95056(*)
2,5 atm
95056
For models on
which
it is forseen
FAN SHAFT BEARINGS
00298
OPTIONAL
00011
95102

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3 GENERAL INFORMATION 3
3.1 - MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
3.2 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
C.I.M.A. S.p.A. is at the complete disposal of customers for any type of intervention. The names and
addresses of its service network, both in Italy and in foreign countries, can be requested from:
C.I.M.A. S.p.A. - 27040 Montù Beccaria - Loc. Molino Quaroni (PV) - ITALIA
tel. [phone] - fax [phone]
e.mail [email protected]
3.3 - SAFETY NOTICES
3.3.1 - General
The personnel appointed to the use of the machine must have acquired an
exhaustive knowledge of the same one and of the dispositions contained inside
this publication, be able to properly interpret the symbols of the adhesives applied
on the machine, and, in addition, perfectly know the safety and the work hygienic
rules in force in the country where the machine itself is to be used.
All the preparation, use, maintenance, moving and transporting operations must be carried out of the
regulations contained in this publication.
IT IS FORBIDDEN TO UTILISE THE SPRAYER FOR PURPOSES OTHER THAN FOR ITS
INTENDEDUSE,SINCEITWASMANUFACTUREDONLYFORSPRAYINGAGRICULTURAL
CROPS WITH ANTI-PARASITIC PRODUCTS.
Use the sprayer is allowed only during daylight: YOU MAY NOT USE IN NIGHTWORK.
ANYUSEOTHERTHANTHOSEDESCRIBEDINTHEUSEPERMITTEDISCONSIDEREDAS
NOTCONFORMINGANDTHEREFOREISNOTPERMITTED.
00128
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It is necessary to scrupulously abide by the following general norms:
— check that the power of the tractor is compatible with the sprayer to be used;
— verify that the maximum weight admitted on the three-point hoister of the tractor is compatible with
the weights of the sprayer to be used;
On the identification plate, the full-load weight (PESO T.) of the machine is indicated,
measured WITHOUT the distribution device, and WITHOUT the accessories possibly
installed.
In order to calculate the weight on the hoister in operative conditions (at full load),
add to the weight indicated on the identification plate (PESO T.), the weight of the
distribution device which is used (see “Distribution devices – Use instructions”
manual), the weight of the installed accessories (Par. 4.4) and the 50% of the weight
of the used cardan shaft (see the relevant specific manual).
— before utilisation, check the correct tightening and securing of the machine’s various components,
paying particular attention to the safety protections and to the moving parts;
— only utilise protected cardan shafts provided with CE conformity certification.
Carry out the assembly only if the drive outlets of both tractor and sprayer are equipped with the
protection counter-guard;
— check that the cardan shaft is blocked by the appropriate anti-rotation chains;
— keep people and animals away from the machine before starting it up;
— don’t wear articles of clothing that might get caught in moving parts;
— keep to a low speed while negotiating bumps or crossing ditches;
— during the use of the machine, the operator must have a sufficiently good visibility on the working
areas, consequently it is recommended to keep both clean and efficient the cab windows and the
rear-view mirrors;
— always stop the tractor’s engine and actuate the parking brake before carrying out any operation
on the sprayer;
— never leave the machine unguarded, when the key is inserted inside the tractor control panel;
- All maintenance and repair operations must be carried out only after having
rinsed the tank and flushed the system.
- Before operating within the tank it is necessary to wash it thoroughly with clean water.
- It is forbidden to perform welding operations if ammonium salts were previously
used.
- It is forbidden to use the machine within a potentially explosive environment.
-The application of paints and/or solvents, the washing of closed environments
and machinery as well as the utilisation of the air flow for purposes other than
those expressly concerning the spraying of agro-chemicals is not permitted.
- It is forbidden to enter the tank.
3.3.2-PRECAUTIONSAGAINSTTHEFIRES
Don’t approach either flames or heat sources to the machines. The materials used for manufacturing
the machine itself are widely made by oil derivatives: tanks, pipes, tyres, plastic components; besides,
the presence of lubricants and of chemical product residuals make them potentially flammable.
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3.4 - SAFETY SYSTEMS
All machine moving parts are suitably protected by guards and highlighted through the use of warning
decals.
- It is forbidden to use the machine with these guards removed.
- Before removing the protection, stop the tractor’s engine and remove the key
from the control panel.
The pictures illustrate the machine’s guarded parts:
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
REMOVABLEPROTECTIONCOVER
FOR THE FAN
SWITCHING-OFF DEVICE
FAN
PROTECTION
GRILL
00130 00131
THEOWNERAND/ORTHEOPERATOROFTHESPRAYERARENOTPERMITTEDTOMODIFY
THESTRUCTUREORTHESPECIFICOPERATIONOFTHESPRAYERITSELF.ANYREPAIRING
INTERVENTIONHASTOBECARRIEDOUTEITHERATTHEDEALERS’ORATTHEC.I.M.A.
S.p.A.AUTHORIZEDWORKSHOPS,OTHERWISEANYKINDOFWARRANTYIMMEDIATELY
CEASES AND C.I.M.A. S.p.A. IS CLEARED OF ANY CONSEQUENT AND/OR IMPLIED
RESPONSIBILITY.
3.5 - HANDLING OF AGRO-CHEMICALS
The operator could become contaminated due to accidental spray, contact or inhalation of products
or crop-spraying mixtures.
The environment could become polluted by mixture over-spills, puncturing of containers, uncon-
trolled storage of used and unwashed containers or spillage into waterworks.
In order to avoid these risks the preparation and filling operations must be carried out in suitably
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To use pesticides (purchase, transport, loading, treatment planning, mixture
preparation, field transfert, treatment performance, ending treatment liquid
waste management, equipement rinsing and waste disposal) you must follow
the country rules.
Absolutely respect the rules on the label of the product used referring to the dose
for hectar and to the compatibility of other products.
3.5.1 - Storage
Fixed / stationary: the site used must be well ventilated and secured by lockable doors in order to
prevent even accidental access by children or unauthorised persons.
Mobile: the carrier equipment must be properly locked and kept under conditions whereby access
by children or unauthorised persons can be prevented during the absence of the operator. All full or
partially utilised containers must be secured against tipping, falling or breakage during transportation.
Both types of storage must:
— have a suitable container for the storing of empty packaging materials should a specific storage
area not be available;
— have a clean water supply readily available for washing, by means of a specific container or
through connection to the waterworks system;
— have the use of fire extinguishers, should flammable products and substances be stored.
- All packages, whether whole or partially utilised, must be stored in their original
packing and with the warning instructions clearly displayed and legible.
- The storage indications must always be scrupulously adhered to, as well as their
utilisation and possible disposal as suggested on the product’s original
packaging.
3.5.2 - Specific equipment
The site at which the preparation and filling out will take place must provide for:
— all the equipment necessary to the precise measuring of both the water quantity and the dose of
product to be mixed in the tank at every filling;
— all the equipment and means useful to the preparation of the mixture and for the cleaning of the
operator in case of contamination;
— all tools necessary to facilitate the direct introduction of the agro-chemicals in the tank;
— the allocation of clothing and specific equipment in order to avoid contamination by contact or
inhalation during the whole operative phase of the intervention;
— theavailabilityof properequipment able tostop theuncontrolledspilling andflowing ofthemixture;
— a retaining valve on the feed pipe when the filling of the tank takes place directly from the
waterworks system.
3.5.3 - Disposal of empty containers and agro-chemicals residues
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Empty packaging and contaminated containers to be done away with cannot be
dispersed, burned or buried.
The washing water for the cisterns and the tools utilised for the preparation of
mixtures cannot be emptied on the ground, spilled into the sewage system or in
waterways and rivers.
The disposal of special wastes is regulated by specific norms. In order to perform this operation it is
necessary to obtain the relevant information from the Local Offices specifically appointed to rule on
this subject. The non compliance with these regulations can cause considerable damage to persons
and animals as well as polluting the environment.
3.5.4 - Personal means of protection
The toxicity of agro-chemicals forces persons working with them to wear adequate protective clothing
and accessories in order to avoid risks of contamination by contact or inhalation.
In each of the following work stages:
— filling of tanks and adding of the agro-chemical,
— dusting and spraying,
— adjusting of the sprayer,
— emptying and cleaning of the tank,
— replacement of the agro-chemical,
— maintenance interventions,
it is necessary to wear personal protection clothing and accessories.
The following must be worn:
— Polyethylene or polyvinyl gloves.
— Full, waterproof cotton overalls, in order to
guarantee transpiration, fitted with polypro-
pylene side flaps.
In commerce, one-time ‘tyvek’ overalls are
available which, after use (see picture),
must be disposed of according to the moda-
lities applicable to toxic waste.
— A protective half-mask in polychloroprene
rubberwith1 or2filters. Filtersfor gases and
organic fumes, of European A1-class va-
pours, are envisaged and these can be
combined with anti-dust models of P1 Euro-
pean class, for harmful mists and powders,
orP2,forharmfulandtoxicmistsandpowders.
The filters must be replaced:
- when the smell/taste of agro-chemicals can be detected, and that of active A1-
class carbons;
- when difficulty in breathing is experienced for the anti-dust filters of class P1 and P2.
In any case it is necessary to make use of all personal means of protection as
suggested by the manufacturers.
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4 MACHINE’S STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS 4
The pictures indicate the position of the main components of the sprayer.
PUMP
LEVER TAP FOR
DUST PRODUCTS
MIXING
00299(2)
DELIVERY
FILTER
CENTRIFUGAL
FAN
TANK
DISTRIBUTION
DEVICE
(HEAD)
JOINING
ELBOW
ROTATING DISC
REGULATOR
MAIN FILLER (BP)
FRAME
HEAD
PROTECTION
RING
00677
00184
ELECTRICAL
DISTRIBUTOR
(for the models
where it is
foreseen)
RINSING
TANK
(for the models
where it is
foreseen)
3-WAY TAP
LEVER TAP FOR EXCLUSION
OF ADDITIONAL HYDRAULIC
AGITATION
(for the models where it is foreseen)