Fast 973P Series User manual

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HIGH-CLEARANCE
CENTER PIVOT
SUSPENDED BOOM
3 PT. FIELD SPRAYER
973P SERIES
OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Fast Distributing Inc. warrants to the buyer that the new machinery is free from defects in mate-
rial and workmanship.
This warranty is only e ective as to any new machinery which has not been altered, changed,
repaired or treated since its delivery to the buyer, other than by Fast Distributing or its author-
ized dealers or employees, and does not apply to accessories, attachments, tools or parts, sold
or operated with the new machinery, if they have not been manufactured by Fast Distributing.
Fast Distributing shall only be liable for defects in the materials or workmanship attributable to
faulty material or bad workmanship that can be proved by the buyer, and speci cally excludes
liability for repairs arising as a result of normal wear and tear of the new machinery or in any
other manner whatsoever, and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, excludes ap-
plication or installation of parts not completed in accordance with Fast Distributing operator's
manual, speci cations, or printed instructions.
Written notice shall be given by registered mail, to Fast Distributing within seven (7) days after
the defect shall have become apparent or the repairs shall have become necessary,
addressed as follows: Fast Distributing Inc. 4130 Commerce Blvd, Windom, MN 56101.
This warranty shall expire two (2) years after the date of delivery of the new machinery.
If these conditions are fulfi lled, Fast shall at its own cost and at its own option either repair
or replace any defective parts provided that the buyer shall be responsible for all expenses
incurred as a result of repairs, labour, parts, transportation or any other work, unless Fast has
authorized such expenses in advance.
The warranty shall not extend to any repairs, changes, alterations, or replacements made to
the new equipment other than by Fast or its authorized dealers or employees.
This warranty extends only to the original owner of the new equipment.
Rubber parts are not warranted. (including tires, hoses, grommets)
This warranty is limited to the terms stated herein and is in lieu of any other warranties
whether express or implied, and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, excluded
all warran-ties, express or implied or conditions whether statutory or otherwise as to quality
and fi tness for any purpose of the new equipment. Fast disclaims all liability for incidental or
consequential damages.
This sprayer is subject to design changes and Fast Distributing Inc. shall not be required to
retro-fit or exchange items on previously sold units except at its own option.
Fast Distributing Inc.

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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Always give your dealer the serial number of your Fast Distributing Center Pivot High-Clearance Suspended
Boom Field Sprayer when ordering parts or requesting service or other information.
The serial number is on a serial tag attached to the 3 point frame by the parellel link attachment. Please mark the
number in the space provided for easy reference.
Model Number 973P
Sprayer Serial Number 973P _ _ _ _ _ _ _

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION DESCRIPTION
PAGE
1 Introduction ...............................................................................................6
2 Safety...............................................................................................7
2.1 General Safety..............................................................................8
2.2 Operating Safety.........................................................................8
2.3 Chemical Safety........................................................................ 10
2.4 Maintenance Safety ................................................................ 11
2.5 Hydraulic Safety ....................................................................... 11
2.6 Transport Safety ....................................................................... 12
2.7 Tire Safety ................................................................................... 12
2.8 Storage Safety........................................................................... 12
2.9 Safety Signs................................................................................ 12
2.10 Sign-O Form............................................................................ 13
3 Safety Sign Locations ............................................................. 14
4 Operation.................................................................................... 17
4.1 To the New Operator or Owner .......................................... 17
4.2 Machine Components............................................................ 18
4.3 Break-In ....................................................................................... 19
4.4 Pre-Operation Checklist ........................................................ 19
4.5 Controls....................................................................................... 21
4.6 Installing Controllers .............................................................. 23
4.7 Sprayer Calibration.................................................................. 24
4.7.1 Engine RPM................................................................................ 24
4.7.2 Controller Calibration............................................................. 25
4.7.3 Nozzle Calibration ................................................................... 25
4.7.4 Machine Yard Calibration...................................................... 27
4.7.5 Ground Speed Calibration.................................................... 27
4.7.6 Area Covered............................................................................. 29
4.7.7 Field Calibration ....................................................................... 29
4.8 Field Operation......................................................................... 30
4.9 Transport/Field Conversion.................................................. 37
4.10 Transport..................................................................................... 39
4.11 Storage ........................................................................................ 41
4.11.1 Placing In Storage.................................................................... 41
4.11.2 Removing From Storage ....................................................... 42
5 Service and Maintenance ..................................................... 43
5.1 Service ......................................................................................... 43
5.1.1 Fluids and Lubricants ............................................................. 43
5.1.2 Greasing ...................................................................................... 43
5.1.3 Servicing Intervals................................................................... 44
5.1.4 Service Record .......................................................................... 49
5.2 Maintenance.............................................................................. 50

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SECTION DESCRIPTION
PAGE 5.2.1 Filter Cleaning........................................................................... 50
5.2.2 Tank Cleaning............................................................................ 51
5.2.3 Boom Break-Aways.................................................................. 52
5.2.4 Boom Straightness .................................................................. 53
6 Trouble Shooting ..................................................................... 54
7 Specications ............................................................................ 57
7.1 Mechanical................................................................................. 57
7.2 Bolt Torque................................................................................. 58
7.3 Hydraulic Fitting Torque........................................................ 58
7.4 Electrical Schematic................................................................ 59
7.5 Electrical schematic Boom ......................................60
7.6 5 Function Hydraulic Block Parts........................................ 61
7.7 5 Function Hydraulic Cab Box............................................. 62
7.8 5 Function Hydraulic Cab Box Switch Wiring................. 63
8 Index............................................................................................. 64

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1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of a Fast Distributing 973P Center Pivot High-Clearance Suspended Boom Field
Sprayer to complement your farming operation. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet
the needs of a discriminating buyer for the e cient spraying of crops.
Safe, e cient and trouble free operation of your Fast Distributing Field Sprayer requires that you and anyone else
who will be operating or maintaining the Sprayer, read and understand the Safety, Operation, Maintenance and
Trouble Shooting information contained in the Operator's Manual.
This manual covers 973P Center Pivot High-Clearance Suspended Boom Field Sprayers built by Fast
Distributing. Use the Table of Contents or Index as a guide when searching for specific information.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your Fast dealer
or distributor if you need assistance or information.
OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this manual, are as
seen from the tractor driver's seat and facing in the direction of travel.

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This Safety Alert symbol means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY
IS INVOLVED!
2 SAFETY
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
SIGNAL WORDS:
Note the use of the signal words DANGER,
WARNING and CAUTION with the safety
messages. The appropriate signal word for
each message has been selected using the
following guide-lines:
DANGER - Indicates an imminently
hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is to be limited to the most
extreme situations, typically for machine
components that, for functional purpos-
es, cannot be guarded.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation that, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury, and includes
hazards that are exposed when guards
are removed. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
WARNING -
CAUTION -
The Safety Alert symbol identies
important safety messages on the Fast
Distributing Center Pivot High-Clear-
ance Suspended Boom Field Sprayer
and in the manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility of
personal injury or death. Follow the
instructions in the safety message.
3 Big Reasons
Accidents Disable and Kill
Accidents Cost
Why is SAFETY important to you?
If you have any questions not answered in this manual or require additional copies or the manual is damaged,
please contact your dealer or Fast Distributing Inc., 54859 County Road 44, Mountain Lake, MN 56159, (Tel-
ephone) 507-427-3861, (FAX) 507-427-3030.

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2.1 GENERAL SAFETYSAFETY
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and
maintenance of your Fast Distributing Center Pivot
High-Clearance Suspended Boom Field Sprayer. YOU
must ensure that you and anyone else who is going
to operate, maintain or work around the Sprayer be
familiar with the operating and maintenance proce-
dures and related SAFETY information contained in
this manual. This manual will take you step-by-step
through your working day and alerts you to all good
safety practices that should be adhered to while
operating the Sprayer.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety
practices not only protect you but also the people
around you. Make these practices a working part
of your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE
operating this equipment is familiar with the recom-
mended operating and maintenance procedures and
follows all the safety precautions. Most accidents can
be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring
good safety practices.
• Sprayer owners must give operating instructions
to operators or employees before allowing them
to operate the Sprayer, and at least annually
thereafter per OSHA regulation 1928.57.
• The most important safety feature on this
equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the operator’s
responsibility to read and understand ALL Safety
and Operating instructions in the manual and to
follow these. All accidents can be avoided.
• A person who has not read and understood all
operating and safety instructions is not qualied
to operate the machine. An untrained operator
exposes himself and bystanders to possible seri-
ous injury or death.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unau-
thorized modication may impair the function
and/or safety and could aect the life of the
equipment.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
1. Read and understand the
Operator’s Manual and all safety
signs before operating, main-
taining or adjusting the Sprayer.
2. Only trained competent persons shall operate
the Sprayer. An untrained operator is not quali-
ed to operate the machine.
3. Have a rst-aid kit available for use should the
need arise and know
how to use it.
5. Wear appropriate
protective gear. This
list includes but is not
limited to:
- A hard hat
- Rubber boots
- Protective goggles
- Neoprene gloves
- Water repellent
clothing
- Respirator or lter
mask
6. Place all controls in neutral, stop tractor engine,
turn monitor o, set park brake, remove igni-
tion key, wait for nozzles to stop spraying before
servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
7. Read chemical manufacturers warnings, instruc-
tions and procedures before starting and follow
them exactly.
8. Post Poison Control Emergency telephone
number for your area on sprayer before using
Agricultural chemicals.
Ottawa: [phone]
Washington DC: [phone]
Have container label handy
when seeking medical attention.
9. Review safety related items
with all personnel annually.
4. Do not allow riders.

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2.2 OPERATING SAFETY
1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and
all safety signs before using.
2. Place all controls in neutral, stop tractor engine,
turn monitor o, set park brake, remove igni-
tion key, wait for nozzles to stop spraying before
servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
3. Before spraying a eld, be familiar with all
potential hazards: trees, rocks, ditches, gullies,
etc. Plan the spraying route to avoid hazards.
Remember you are driving a wide machine. USE
CAUTION WHEN CORNERING.
4. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all
moving and/or rotating parts.
5. Do not allow riders on the sprayer or tractor dur-
ing operation or transporting.
6. Clear the area of all bystanders, especially
children, before starting or lling with water or
chemical.
7. Stay away from wing pinch points when folding
or extending wings. Keep others away.
8. Stay away from power lines when extending or
folding wings. Electrocution can occur without
direct contact.
9. Read chemical manufacturers warnings, instruc-
tions and procedures before starting and follow
them exactly.
10. Do not breathe, touch or ingest chemicals.
Always wear protective clothing and follow safe
handling procedures.
11. Spray only when potential for chemical drift is
at a minimum. Even small amounts can aect
neighboring crops or sensitive plants and people.
12. Dispose of chemical containers by triple rinsing
them into the sprayer tank or thoroughly rinsing,
crushing and delivering to regional disposal site.
13. In case of poisoning, get immediate medical at-
tention.
14. Only rinse sprayer while still in the eld. Spray
the rinse thinly over the eld already sprayed.
Never contaminate the farmyard or drainage
systems with sprayer rinse.
15. Do not eat in the eld when spraying.
16. Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system,
make sure all components are tight and that steel
lines, hoses and couplings are in good condition.
17. Before applying pressure to chemical system
make sure that all connections are tight and that
all hoses and ttings are in good condition.
18. Review safety instructions annually.

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2.3 CHEMICAL SAFETY
1. Some Agricultural chemicals are among the
most toxic substances known to man. Minute
quantities can contaminate clothing, machinery,
the workplace and the environment. Follow the
chemical manufacturers' instructions exactly.
Death can result from their improper use.
2. Misuse, including excessive rates, uneven ap-
plication, wind drift, and label violations can
cause injury to crops, livestock, persons and the
environment.
3. Do not breathe, touch or ingest chemicals,
Always wear protective clothing and follow safe
handling procedures.
4. Follow the manufacturers' instructions for
chemical storage. Avoid unnecessary storage by
purchasing only the quantity needed for the crop
year.
5. Keep all chemicals out of reach of children and
away from livestock and animals.
6. Store chemicals only in their original containers
and in a locked area.
7. Check with state environment department
regarding the disposal of small quantities of
chemicals, chemical containers and wash water.
Follow their disposal instructions.
8. Do not burn the containers or leave them lying
in the eld or ditches. Dispose of them by triple
rinsing and leaving at a pesticide container dis-
posal site.
9. Wash thoroughly before eating. Use a detergent
to remove all chemical residue. Rinse carefully
and dry with disposable towels.
10. Do not eat in the eld when spraying.
11. In case of chemical poisoning, get immediate
medical attention. Have container label handy
when seeking medical attention.
12. Post Poison Control Emergency telephone
number for your area on sprayer before using
Agricultural chemicals.
Ottawa: [phone]
Washington DC: [phone]
Have container label handy when seeking medi-
cal attention.
13. Thoroughly wash clothing and equipment con-
taminated by chemicals.
14. Do not allow children or workers on contami-
nated sprayer.
15. Rinse sprayer while still in the eld. Spray the
rinse thinly over the eld already sprayed. Never
contaminate the farmyard or drainage systems
with sprayer rinse.
16. Do not use the sprayer to transport drinking
water.
17. Wash down the Sprayer immediately after eld
work. Dispose of the wash water in an environ-
mentally safe manner. Wash water can contami-
nate the soil or a clean water supply.

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2.4 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Review the Operator's Manual and all safety
items before working with, maintaining or
operating the Sprayer.
2. Place all controls in neutral, stop the tractor
engine, turn monitor off, set park brake,
remove ignition key, wait for nozzles to stop
spraying before servicing, adjusting, repairing
or unplugging.
2.5 HYDRAULIC SAFETY
1. Always place all tractor hydraulic controls in
neutral before dismounting.
2. Make sure that all components in the hydrau-
lic system are kept in good condition and are
clean.
3. Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or
crimped hoses and steel lines.
4. Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the
hydraulic lines, fittings or hoses by using tape,
clamps or cements. The hydraulic system
operates under extremely high-pressure.
Such repairs will fail suddenly and create a
hazardous and unsafe condition.
6. If injured by a concentrated high-pressure
stream of hydraulic fluid, seek medical atten-
tion immediately. Serious infection or toxic
reaction can develop from hydraulic fluid
piercing the skin surface.
7. Before applying pressure to the system, make
sure all components are tight and that lines,
hoses and couplings are in good condition.
5. Wear proper hand and eye
protection when searching
for a high-pressure hydrau-
lic leak. Use a piece of
wood or cardboard as a
backstop instead of hands
to isolate and identify a
leak.
3. Follow good shop practices:
- Keep service area
clean and dry.
- Be sure electrical
outlets and tools
are properly
grounded.
- Use adequate
light for the job at
hand.
4. Before applying pressure to a hydraulic system,
make sure all components are tight and that steel
lines, hoses and couplings are in good condition.
5. Before applying pressure to chemical system
make sure that all connections are tight and that
all hoses and fittings are in good condition.
6. Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuit before
servicing or disconnecting from tractor.
7. Keep hands, feet, clothing and hair away from all
moving and/or rotating parts.
8. Clear the area of bystanders, especially children,
when carrying out any maintenance and repairs
or making any adjustments or filling.
9. Place stands or blocks under the frame before
working beneath the machine.
10. Wear safety goggles, neoprene gloves and
protective clothing when working on the sprayer
filled with active chemical.
11. Wash machine to remove all chemical residue
before working on unit. Wear appropriate protec-
tive gear at all times.
12. Protect yourself from chemical contamination.

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2.6 TRANSPORT SAFETY
1. Read and understand ALL the information in the
Operator’s Manual regarding procedures and
SAFETY when operating the Sprayer in the eld
and/or on the road.
2. Check with local authorities regarding sprayer
transport on public roads. Obey all applicable laws
and regulations.
3. Always travel at a safe speed. Use caution when
making corners or meeting trac.
4. Make sure the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem
and all the lights and reectors that are required
by the local highway and transport authorities are
in place, are clean and can be seen clearly by all
overtaking and oncoming trac.
5. Be sure that the Sprayer is hitched positively to the
towing vehicle. Always use a retainer through the
pin and a safety chain between the machine and
the tractor.
6. Keep to the right and yield the right-of-way to al-
low faster trac to pass. Drive on the road shoul-
der, if permitted by law.
7. Do not exceed 20 mph (32 km/h). Reduce speed
on rough roads and surfaces.
8. Always use hazard warning ashers on tractor
when transporting unless prohibited by law.
9. Never transport with the tank lled with water or
chemical.
2.7 TIRE SAFETY
1. Failure to follow proper procedures when mount-
ing a tire on a wheel or rim can produce an explo-
sion which may result in serious injury or death.
2. Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have
the proper equipment and experience to do the
job.
3. Have a qualied tire dealer or repair service per-
form required tire maintenance.
2.8 STORAGE SAFETY
1. Store unit in an area away from human activity.
2. Do not permit children to play on or around the
stored sprayer.
3. Unhook and store in the transport conguration.
2.9 SAFETY SIGNS
1. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
2. Replace safety signs that are missing or have
become illegible.
3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign
should also display the current sign.
4. Safety signs are available from your Distributor or
the factory.
How to Install Safety Signs:
• Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.
• Be sure temperature is above 50°F (10°C).
• Decide on the exact position before you remove
the backing paper.
• Remove the smallest portion of the split backing
paper.
• Align the sign over the specied area and care-
fully press the small portion with the exposed
sticky backing in place.
• Slowly peel back the remaining paper and care-
fully smooth the remaining portion of the sign in
place.
• Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and
smoothed out using the piece of sign backing
paper.

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2.10 SIGN-OFF FORM
Fast Distributing Inc. follows the general Safety Standards specied by the American Society of Agricultural Engi-
neers (ASAE) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will be operating and/
or maintaining the Fast Distributing Sprayer must read and clearly understand ALL Safety, Operating and Mainte-
nance information presented in this manual.
Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed. Annu-
ally review this information before the season start-up.
Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your equipment. We feel
that an untrained operator is unqualied to operate this machine.
A sign-o sheet is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be working with the
equipment have read and understand the information in the Operator’s Manual and have been instructed in the
operation of the equipment.
DATE EMPLOYEES SIGNATURE EMPLOYERS SIGNATURE
SIGN-OFF FORM

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B
B
REMEMBER - If Safety Signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without safety
designs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
3 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below. Good safety re-
quires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Decals, the type of warning and the area, or particular
function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
Install the safety pin and secure before
transporting sprayer.
CAUTION
B
B
1. Read and understand the Operator's Manual before using.
2. Read Chemical manufacturers' WARNINGS, instructions and
procedures before starting and follow them exactly.
3. Stop tractor engine, place all controls in neutral, set park
brake, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to
stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging or ll-
ing.
4. Always wear proper eye, breathing and clothing protection.
5. Stay away from chemicals, spray and drift. Keep others away.
6. Install and secure all guards before starting.
7. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
8. Do not allow riders.
9. Keep all chemical and hydraulic lines, ttings and couplers
tight and free of leaks before starting and operating.
10. Stay away from overhead power lines.
11. Clear the area of bystanders before extending or folding
wings.
12. Release second wing extend switch before rst wing.
13. Hitch can upend . Do not stand over hitch when unhooking.
Support hitch and sprayer on stands before removing pin.
14. Review safety instructions with all operators annually.
800
809
C
AF-
BB
WARNING

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REMEMBER - If Safety Signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without safety
designs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
WARNING
TOXIC CHEMI-
CAL HAZARD
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improp-
er selection or use can seriously injure persons,
animals, plants, soil or other property. BE SAFE:
Select the right chemical for the job. Handle it
with care. Follow the instructions on the con-
tainer label and instructions from the equipment
manufacturer.
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below. Good safety re-
quires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Decals, the type of warning and the area, or particular
function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
DANGER
ELECTROCUTION HAZARD
KEEP AWAY FROM POWER LINES
1. Stay well away from power lines when fold-
ing or extending wings. Electrocution can
occur without direct contact.
2. Lower wings completely before moving or
transporting.
To prevent serious injury or death from elec-
trocution:
D
807
805
WARNING
bB b
WARNING
WARNING

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Raise boom and turn cylinder valve o
before transporting or working under
the boom.
WARNING
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below. Good safety re-
quires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Decals, the type of warning and the area, or particular
function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
REMEMBER - If Safety Signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without safety
designs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
WEAR RUBBER
GLOVES
• Do not allow chem-
ical or solution to
touch skin. Some
can be absorbed
through the skin.
• Wear rubber gloves
and protective gear
at all times.
DANGER
DON'T INGEST CHEMICALDON'T BREATHE
VAPOR
• Chemicals can be toxic.
• If in eyes or mouth, read
chemical manufacturers'
instructions and follow them
exactly.
• Seek medical attention im-
mediately.
• A poison control number is
normally inside the front cov-
er of your telephone book.
• Stay away from
chemical splash and
vapor. Keep others
away.
• Do not breathe
vapor.
• Wear proper respira-
tor when working
with chemicals.
OVERHEAD HAZARD
KEEP AWAY
To prevent serious injury or
death from overhead hazard:
• Stay away from machine when extend-
ing or folding wings.
• Keep others away.
• Move wings only from tractor seat.
To prevent serious injury or death:
806
808
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown on the top tube of the carrier.
WARNING WARNING

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4 OPERATION
4.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWN-
ER
Todays Agricultural industry works closely with the
chemical industry to develop and use the appropriate
compound for control of insects, weeds and fungus. Ef-
fective results are closely related to application methods
and techniques. Fast Distributing Inc. has designed a eld sprayer that will place the chemicals exactly where
they are needed.
It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read
this manual and the chemical container label before
starting. Follow all safety instructions exactly. Safety is
everyone's business. By following recommended pro-
cedures, a safe working environment is provided for the
operator, bystanders and the environment.
Many features incorporated into this machine are the
result of suggestions made by customers like you.
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate the
machine safely and how to set it to provide maximum
eld eciency. By following the operating instructions
in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your
Sprayer will provide many years of trouble-free service.
OPERATING SAFETY
1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all
safety signs before using.
2. Place all controls in neutral, stop tractor engine,
turn monitor o, set park brake, remove ignition
key, wait for nozzles to stop spraying before servic-
ing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
3. Before spraying a eld, be familiar with all potential
hazards: trees, rocks, ditches, gullies, etc. Plan the
spraying route to avoid hazards. Remember you
are driving a wide machine. USE CAUTION WHEN
CORNERING.
4. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all
moving and/or rotating parts.
5. Do not allow riders on the sprayer or tractor during
operation or transporting.
6. Clear the area of all bystanders, especially children,
before starting or lling with water or chemical.
7. Stay away from wing pinch points when folding or
extending wings. Keep others away.
8. Stay away from power lines when extending or
folding wings. Electrocution can occur without
direct contact.
8. Read chemical manufacturers warnings, instruc-
tions and procedures before starting and follow
them exactly.
9. Do not breathe, touch or ingest chemicals.
Always wear protective clothing and follow safe
handling procedures.
10. Spray only when potential for chemical drift is
at a minimum. Even small amounts can aect
neighboring crops or sensitive plants and peo-
ple.
11. Dispose of chemical containers by triple rins-
ing them into the sprayer tank or thoroughly
rinsing, crushing and delivering to regional
disposal site.
12. In case of poisoning, get immediate medical
attention.
13. Only rinse sprayer while still in the eld. Spray
the rinse thinly over the eld already sprayed.
Never contaminate the farmyard or drainage
systems with sprayer rinse.
14. Do not eat in the eld when spraying.
15. Before applying pressure to the hydraulic
system, make sure all components are tight
and that steel lines, hoses and couplings are in
good condition.
16. Before applying pressure to chemical system
make sure that all connections are tight and
that all hoses and ttings are in good condition.
17. Review safety instructions annually.

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The Fast Distributing Center Pivot High-Clearance
Suspended Boom Field Sprayer is a 3 point mount
spray boom to distribute chemicals over a wide
area. The system is pressurized by a optional hy-
draulically powered pump that provides ow for
tank agitation, tank washing and boom pressure.
A 5 gallon rinse tank is mounted on the side of
the carrier. Optional foam markers are available
and mounts on the carrier frame.
A solenoid to each boom controls the ow to
the wings and a buttery valve and ow sensor
maintains the system pressure. Nozzles along the
wings, distribute the chemical solution over the
eld. A screen in the line next to the pump and
after the solenoids removes contaminants from
the system. The chemical system controller is
mounted in the tractor cab for easy operation.
The booms attach to and are suspended from
the back of the frame. The inner booms swing
forward at right angles to the frame for eld
operation. The outer booms pivot up and out for
eld operation. The wing extensions swings back
if they hit an obstruction.
The boom position controller mounts in the cab
for easy operation.
Fig. 1 MACHINE COMPONENTS
4.2 MACHINE COMPONENTS
A Hand Rinse Tank
B Inner Boom
C Outer Boom
D Break-Away Boom
E Solenoids (Optional)
F Boom Controller
G Chemical Controller
(optional)
D
D
GGG
M
H
N
B
C
E
F
B
G
J
K
FG
A
E
CD
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4.3 BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on the
sprayer when used for the rst time, it is recommend-
ed that the following mechanical items be checked:
A. After operating for 1/2 hour:
1. Retorque all other fasteners and hard-
ware.
2. Check that all electrical connections are
tight.
3. Check that no chemical or hydraulic lines
are being pinched or crimped. Re-align as
required.
4. Check that all nozzles are working properly.
Clean or replace as required.
5. Lubricate all grease ttings.
B. After 5 hours and 10 hours of operation:
1. Check chemical and hydraulic line
routing.
2. Check that all nozzles are working prop-
erly.
3. Then go to the normal servicing and
maintenance schedule as dened in the
Maintenance Section.
4.4 PRE-OPERATION
CHECKLIST
Ecient and safe operation of the Fast Distribut-
ing Sprayer requires that each operator reads and
understands the operating procedures and all related
safety precautions outlined in this section. A pre-
operational checklist is provided for the operator. It is
important for both personal safety and maintaining
the good mechanical condition of the Sprayer that
this checklist be followed.
Before operating the Sprayer and each time thereaf-
ter, the following areas should be checked o:
1. Lubricate the machine per the schedule outlined
in the “Maintenance Section”.
2. Use only a tractor of adequate power and weight
to operate the Sprayer. See Section 4.5.1 for
recommendations.
3. Ensure that the machine is properly attached to
the tractor.
4. Check the hydraulic system. Ensure that the
hydraulic reservoir in the tractor is lled to the
required specications.
5. Inspect all hydraulic lines, hoses, ttings and
couplers for tightness. Use a clean cloth to wipe
any accumulated dirt from the couplers before
connecting to the hydraulic system of the tractor.
6. Check the tires and ensure that they are inated
to the specied pressure.
7. Calibrate the sprayer if it is the start of the season
or a new chemical is being used.
8. Check the condition and routing of all chemical
hoses and lines. Replace any that are damaged.
Re-route those that are rubbing, pinched or
crimped.
9. Check the spray pattern of each nozzle. Remove
and clean or replace any that have an unusual
pattern.
10. Remove the steel mesh line lters and wash with
clean water. Reinstall.
11. Check that all connections in the electrical sys-
tem are connected and tight.

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4. Hydraulic System:
a. Chemical Circuit:
The tractor hydraulic system must be capa-
ble of 11 GPM (42 lpm) at 2000 psi (13,800
kPa) to operate the chemical circuit pump.
Either closed-center or open-centered sys-
tems can be used.
A. Ace Pumps:
i. Closed Center Load Sensing:
(John Deere 6000, 7000, 8000 & 9000 Se-
ries, CaseIH Magnum & Maxxum Series,
Ford Genesis).
Purchase a Flow limiting Valve (Part No.
LS206 or LS304) from your dealer and in-
stall it on the inlet port of the ACE Pump
hydraulic motor.
Follow the detailed instructions found
at the beginning of the PUMP section of
the Fast catalogue.
ii. Closed Center Pressure Compensating:
(John Deere, except 6000, 7000, 8000 &
9000 Series, AGCO White).
Use the Restrictor Orice that is wire-
tied to the ACE pump. Install it in the
inlet port of the ACE hydraulic motor.
Follow the detailed instructions found
at the beginning of the PUMP section of
the Fast catalogue.
iii. Open Center:
(Steiger, Cougar and Panther).
Do NOT use the Flow Limiting Valve or
the Restrictor Orice.
Follow the detailed instructions found
at the beginning of the PUMP section of
the Fast catalogue.
B. Hypro Pump:
i. Open Center Systems:
• Do not use an orice in the pressure
adapter port.
• Start the tractor. Leave the selector
valve in neutral and achieve opera-
tion RPM and system temperature.
• Open the bypass screw 4 turns.
• With the pump inlet ooded, move
the selector valve to the Lower posi-
tion and allow hydraulic ow to the
motor.
• Adjust the bypass screw closed until
the desired spraying pressure Is
achieved. Account for agitation ow.
• Tighten the lock nut on the bypass
screw.
ii. Closed Center Load Sensing:
• Do not use an orice in the pressure
adapter port..
• Start the tractor. Leave the selector
valve in neutral and achieve operat-
ing RPM and system temperature
• Adjust the tractors hydraulic ow
control (Tortoise/Hare) to its lowest
setting.
• Close and lock the bypass screw.
• With the pump Inlet ooded, move
the selector valve to the Lower posi-
tion and allow hydraulic ow to the
motor.
• Adjust the hydraulic ow control
valve (Tortoise/l-Hare) until the de-
sired spraying pressure is achieved.
Account for agitation ow.
C. Boom Position:
The tractor hydraulic system must be
capable of 3 gpm (11 lpm) at 2350
psi (15,200 kPa) to operate the boom
position circuit. Either closed-center or
open-center systems can be used. An
orice is located next to each cylinder to
control its rate of movement.