Farm King 1600 Product manual

OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL
1600 High-Clearance Sprayer
04/2010
SXL-26030

1600 High-Clearance Sprayer
Introduction
TO THE OWNER
Thank you for purchasing a Farm King 1600 High-Clearance Sprayer.
Farm King Sprayers have been designed to provide many years of profitable and
dependable service. To assure maximum performance of your sprayer, it is mandatory
that you thoroughly study the operator’s manual and follow its recommendations.
Proper operation and maintenance are essential for safety, to maintain performance, and
to maximize the life of the sprayer.
It is the owner’s responsibility to:
• Operate and maintain this sprayer in a safe manner and in accordance with all
applicable local, state, and federal codes and/or laws; and in compliance with labeling
instructions furnished by the supplier of the chemical being used.
• Make sure each and every operator has read the operator’s manual and thoroughly
understands safe and correct operating procedures.
• Make sure unauthorized people do not operate or are not in the vicinity of the sprayer
while it is in operation.
• Maintain the sprayer in accordance with the maintenance schedule in this manual.
Furthermore, as additional technology becomes available, the owner is responsible
for improving the safety and reliability of the system.
• Fulfill all warranty obligations so as not to void the warranties. Verify the unit is
warranty registered prior to making any warranty claims. The warranty section at the
back of this manual outlines the warranty policy of Farm King.
Abuse or modifications to the sprayer that change the performance other than original
factory specifications void the warranty.
Farm King reserves the right to make product improvements to the equipment at any
time. It shall not be obligated to make such changes to machines already in service.
* The owner, manager and/or operator is responsible for safe, accurate operation and
maintenance of the Farm King 1600 High-Clearance Sprayer.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Safety Instructions - Section A .................................................................................................. 5
• Safety First .................................................................................................................... 6
• Safety Instruction for Operation .................................................................................. 7
• Decal Placement ......................................................................................................... 10
Operation Instructions - Section B ......................................................................................... 13
• Inspect Unit ................................................................................................................. 13
• System Overview ........................................................................................................ 14
• Hitch ............................................................................................................................. 15
• Liquid Tank & Cradle Frame ....................................................................................... 15
• Spray Boom & Nozzles............................................................................................... 15
• Liquid Pumping & Plumbing ..................................................................................... 16
- Centrifugal Pump ............................................................................................ 17
> Hydraulically Driven ......................................................................... 17
- Fill Solution Tank ............................................................................................. 18
> Fill Solution Tank, Utilizing Eductor (optional) ............................... 19
> Rinse Eductor While Filling .............................................................. 20
> Fill Solution Tank with Tank Agitation .............................................. 20
- Fill Clean Water Rinse Tank ............................................................................. 21
- Rinse Agitation System .................................................................................. 21
- Rinse Solution Tank ......................................................................................... 22
- Rinse Spray Boom Plumbing ......................................................................... 23
- Spraying .......................................................................................................... 24
> Spraying with Agitation ................................................................... 24
- Unload ............................................................................................................. 24
- Strainers .......................................................................................................... 25
• Hydraulics.................................................................................................................... 25
- Top Fold Spray Boom Folding Out ................................................................. 26
- Top Fold Spray Boom Folding In .................................................................... 27
• Solution Spray Control System ................................................................................. 28
• Light & Marking System ............................................................................................ 28
• Foam Marker ............................................................................................................... 28
Connection & Startup - Section C .......................................................................................... 29
• Connection .................................................................................................................. 30
- Hitch ................................................................................................................. 30
• Visual Inspection ......................................................................................................... 30
• Axles ............................................................................................................................ 31
- Adjustable Width Axles ................................................................................... 31
• Tire Weight Capacities ................................................................................................ 32
• Hydraulics.................................................................................................................... 33
- Tractor Hydraulic System Pressure ................................................................ 33
- Hydraulically Driven Centrifugal Pump ......................................................... 33
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
- Vertical Fold Boom Controller ........................................................................ 34
- Directional Stack Boom Box Mounting ......................................................... 35
• Spray Control System ................................................................................................ 36
• Light System ............................................................................................................... 37
• Foam Marker ............................................................................................................... 37
• Vertical Fold Boom Adjustment ................................................................................. 37
Storage - Section D .................................................................................................................. 39
• Winterization ............................................................................................................... 41
Maintenance, Service & Troubleshooting - Section E ........................................................... 43
• Liquid Tank, Frame and Plumbing ............................................................................. 44
• Hydraulics.................................................................................................................... 45
• Electrical & Control System ....................................................................................... 45
• Top Fold Spray Boom Lubrication ............................................................................. 46
• Wheel Lug Nut Torque ................................................................................................ 47
• Bolt Torque Data .......................................................................................................... 48
• Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 49
Parts & Schematics - Section F ............................................................................................... 51
Warranty - Section G .............................................................................................................. 103
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Safety Instruction
Section A
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Safety Instructions - Section A
Safety First
Accidents can be prevented by recognizing the causes or hazards before an accident occurs . . .
and doing something about them.
Regardless of the care used in the design and construction of this equipment, there are some
areas that cannot be completely safeguarded without interfering with the accessibility and
efficiency of operation.
In this manual and on labels used on the machine the words ”DANGER”, ”WARNING”, and
”CAUTION”, are used to indicate the following:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
In this manual the words ”IMPORTANT” and ”NOTE” are used to indicate the following:
IMPORTANT: Highlights information that must
be heeded.
NOTE: A reminder of other related information
that needs to be considered.
THIS MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES IMPORTANT MESSAGES
IN THIS MANUAL. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, BE ALERT TO THE
POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY AND CAREFULLY READ THE
MESSAGE THAT FOLLOWS.
THIS MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES INFORMATION THAT
MUST BE HEEDED FOR PROPER OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT AND TO
PREVENT DAMAGE OR DETERIORATION OF THE EQUIPMENT.
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Safety Instructions for Operation
1. DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO OPERATE THIS FARM KING SPRAYER UNTIL HE OR SHE HAS
READ THIS MANUAL AND IS COMPLETELY FAMILIAR WITH ALL SAFETY AND OPERATION
PROCEDURES.
Safety Instructions - Section A
DANGER Always wear protective clothing, goggles, respirator
and gloves when handling chemicals.
2. If any safety device on the sprayer itself is not functioning properly, DO NOT use the sprayer.
Remove it from service until it has been properly repaired by a qualified service technician.
3. Do not allow the following people to operate or repair this equipment.
• Children
• Irresponsible persons
• People under the influence of alcohol, medications or other drugs that can cause drowsiness
or impaired judgement.
• Persons unfamiliar with equipment or people who are careless or unfamiliar with safe
operating procedures.
WARNING
Observe the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
listed below at all times! THE BEST KIND OF SAFETY IS
A CAREFUL OPERATOR.
CAUTION Always wear protective clothing, goggles, respirator
and gloves when handling chemicals.
WARNING
Observe all Federal and State EPA regulations and all
Local, State and Federal codes and / or laws regarding
licensing, handling, storage, transportation, application
and waste disposal of chemicals.
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4. People who are allergic to any of the chemicals used must never be allowed in or near the
sprayer.
5. Always park the sprayer on a level surface, and lock the tractor brakes, or block the tires,
before making adjustments or repairs.
6. Before operating this equipment, thoroughly inspect the unit to ensure it is in good working
order.
7. Do not operate this unit if any defect or malfunction exists. Pay particular attention to safety
features such as safety chains.
8. Verify that the sprayer is securely hitched to the tractor and safety chains are in place.
9. Always position the spray boom in cradles prior to disconnecting the trailer hitch from the
tractor.
10. Stopping distance increases as the square of the speed. For example: It will take twice
as much distance to stop a unit traveling 15 mph as one going 10 mph; and four times
the distance at 20 mph (more than eight times the distance at 25 mph)! Road surface will
influence stopping distance. Dry pavement is usually considerably better than gravel road.
Materials (such as ice, snow, water, oil or mud) on the surface can greatly increase stopping
distance.
Road slope has a significant impact on stopping distance and can greatly magnify the other
factors mentioned above. Under some downhill conditions stopping can be very difficult or
impossible.
WARNING
Never disconnect the sprayer from the tractor hitch
while the spray boom wings are in the spray position.
This action will cause this sprayer to tip backwards with
a high probability of injury to the operator and damage
to the unit.
Safety Instructions - Section A
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11. Do not replace components or parts with those other than genuine Farm King Factory Service
Parts. To do so may reduce the effectiveness of safety features or decrease the accuracy of
the unit.
12. Read the Operation Instructions section of this manual for further necessary information relat-
ing to the safe operation of the applicator.
WARNING
Certain chemicals can be very corrosive and may
oxidize steel over a period of time. This weakens steel
parts and can cause failure to perform as intended,
resulting in possible safety hazards. Periodically check
all safety shields and structural members for corrosion.
Replace or repair anything that could cause a potential
safety hazard.
Safety Instructions - Section A
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DANGER
TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
KEEP EVERYONE CLEAR OF
MACHINE WHEN FOLDING
OR UNFOLDING WINGS
DO NOT open the lid of the
eductor while in operation as
splashing of chemical may occur.
CAUTION
DANGER
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To avoid injury or
death do not contact
electric lines when
moving or operating
this machine.
CAUTION
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ALWAYS WEAR
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
GOGGLES, RESPIRATORS
AND GLOVES WHEN
HANDLING CHEMICALS
WARNING
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KEEP HANDS AND
BODY AWAY FROM
AREAS WHICH
EJECT FLUIDS UNDER
HIGH PRESSURE
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CAUTION
DO NOT RIDE
IN THIS
AREA 004773
CAUTION
SERVICE & PARTS
MANUAL MUST BE
READ & UNDERSTOOD
BEFORE OPERATING
UNIT. FAILURE TO DO
COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY. 004772
CAUTION
USE CYLINDER LOCKUP WHEN
SERVICING OR STORING UNIT
CAUTION
AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS
CAN BE DANGEROUS.
IMPROPER SELECTION OR
USE CAN INJURE PERSONS,
ANIMALS, PLANTS, SOILS
OR OTHER PROPERTY.
TO AVOID INJURY
1. SELECT THE RIGHT
CHEMICAL FOR THE JOB.
2. HANDLE AND APPLY IT
WITH CARE. FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS ISSUED
BY THE CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURER. 002438
Safety Decals on a Farm King
Model 1600 High-Clearance Sprayer
Safety Instructions - Section A
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