Fimco BR-40-SP-EC User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
www.fimcoindustries.com
1000 FIMCO Lane, P.O. Box 1700, North Sioux City, SD 57049
Toll Free Phone: [phone] : Toll Free Fax: [phone]
[5195523 (05/22)]
BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT
FOR ANY REASON, PLEASE CALL
1-800-831-0027
MONDAY-FRIDAY, 8:00 AM TO 5:00 PM CST
If you should have a question or experience a problem with
your Fimco Industries Product: Visit our website @
www.fimcoindustries.com or call the Toll free number above. Our
technical support representatives will be happy to help you.
In most cases a customer service rep. can resolve
the problem over the phone.
To obtain prompt, efficient service, always remember to give the
following information....
• Correct Part Description and/or part number
• Model number and Serial Number
Part descriptions and numbers can be obtained from the
illustrated parts list section(s) of this manual.
General Information
Thank you for purchasing this product. The purpose of this
manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your lawn
& garden spot sprayer.
Retain a copy of your receipt for your unit, as it will be required
to validate any warranty service.
Warranted against manufacturer or workmanship defects from
date of purchase with copy of receipt:
Homeowner Usage: One Year.
Commercial Usage: 90 Days.
Model: BR-40-SP-EC (5303154)
(40 Gallon Brush Buster Sprayer)
Professional Grade
Pump (2.2 GPM):
Ideal for Harsh
Chemicals &
Oil Based Chemicals
with Surfactants
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the
user must read and understand the operator’s
manual before using this product.
WARNING: Cancer and Reproducve Harm.
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
IMPORTANT:
Occasionally check your strainer screen to ensure it is
clean and clear of any debris. Strainer is located on the
end of the intake hose, inside of the tank. Use protecve
gear when removing hose from tank and cleaning the
strainer.

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Model: BR-40-SP-EC (5303154)
(40 Gallon Brush Buster Sprayer)
• 40 Gal. Corrosion-Resistant Polyethylene Tank
• PRO SERIES 12 Volt Diaphragm Pump, 2.2 GPM - 100 PSI
• Lever Handgun
• 16’ Vertical Throw, 30’ Horizontal Throw
• 15 Ft. Handgun Hose
Caution: Always check the vehicle load rating before using the sprayer.
The loaded weight of this sprayer is approx.: 370 lbs. when the tank is full.
Contents
Technical Specs and Assembly Instructions .................2Troubleshooting ................................................... 4 - 5
Operation and Maintenance ..........................................3Sprayer Exploded View/Parts List .............................6
Tank Care and Winter Storage......................................4Sprayer Dimensions...................................................7
Pump Exploded View and Parts List .............................5Warranty.....................................................................8
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~IMPORTANT~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Remove tank lid and be sure the tank is clean and free of any foreign material. Rinse tank out of any tank residue before lling with
water to test.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~IMPORTANT~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
It is VERY important to test this sprayer with plain water before actual spraying is aempted. This will enable you to familiarize
yourself with the sprayer and check for leaks without the possibility of losing any expensive chemicals.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~WARNING~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Read and Understand the Owner’s Manual before using this sprayer. Test and use in accordance to instrucons.
Read and Follow chemical label instrucons and wear protecve gear when lling, using, cleaning and servicing the
sprayer.
Exercise Cauon in vehicle handling when towing/hauling a lled sprayer to avoid loss of control or overturning.
Keep Sprayer and Spray materials away from other people, children and pets.
Do Not Turn on Power to the sprayer, unl ready to spray in order to avoid unintenonal spray release.
Do Not Use on steep slopes. A full sprayer could cause loss of control or overturn sprayer and vehicle.
Always operate up and down a slope, never across the face of a slope.
Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed, direcons or turning. Do not start or stop
suddenly when going uphill or downhill.
Stop on level ground, set the parking brake and shut o engine before leaving the operator’s posion for any reason.
Keep all parts in good condion and properly installed. Fix damaged or warn parts immediately.
Cauon should be taken when towing and/or using any sprayer. This sprayer combined with the weight distribuon, turning radius
and speed of vehicle can result in damage to vehicle and/or sprayer or severe injury or death, if not used properly.
Improper use of this sprayer or handling of chemicals could result in serious injury or illness, or could cause damage to the
environment.
Assembly Instrucons
The sprayer has been mostly assembled at the factory.
• Aach the wand clips to the tank. Place a screw in the hole in the clip and bring up to the tank.
Use a phillips head screwdriver to secure the holders in place.
**Do Not Over-Tighten**
Do not use excessive force when placing the handgun into the clips, as this could cause breakage.
• Make sure all hose clamps are ght before tesng or spraying for the rst me.
• One requirement will be to hook up the baery leads to a fully charged 12 Volt baery.
• The drain plug assembly should already be aached to the tank.
**The Sprayer is now ready to TEST w/plain water before actual use**

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IMPORTANT: Remove tank lid and be sure the tank is clean and free of any foreign material. Rinse tank out of any tank residue
before lling with water to test.
Tesng the Sprayer
NOTE: It is important to test this sprayer for leakage and proper spray paers with plain water before chemical applicaon is
aempted. This will also give you the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the operaon of the sprayer.
Condions of weather and terrain must be considered when seng the sprayer. Do not spray on windy days. Protecve clothing
must be worn in some cases.
Be sure to read the chemical label(s) before applicaon!
Operaon
The pumping system draws soluon from the tank, through the strainer and to the pump. The pump forces the soluon under
pressure to the handgun.
Fill the tank part way with water and then add the desired amount of chemical to be sprayed. Finish lling tank to proper level.
Only ll the tank with what you’re going to spray in a day, never leave chemicals sit in tank.
Connect the lead wire to a fully charged 12 volt baery. You may use either a stand-alone baery or the baery on your towing
vehicle. Connect to the posive (red) terminal rst, then connect to the negave (black) terminal. Then connect the end of the lead
wire to the end of the pump. When disconnecng, disconnect the end of the pump wire from the lead wire, then disconnect the
negave (black) connecon and nally the posive (red) connecon. The lead wire has an On/O switch to acvate the pump.
“-” is on and “O” is o. Turn the pump on by depressing the “-” side of the rocker switch.
The pump is equipped with a pressure switch that is pre-set at the factory to shut the pump o when all discharges are closed.
The pump will turn back on when the handgun lever is squeezed to spray.
• Acvate the handgun by squeezing the handle lever
• Rotang the adjustable nozzle p on the handgun will change the p paern from a straight stream to a cone paern (ner
mist)
Maintenance During/Aer Spraying
Periodically check the strainer and clean the screen on your intake line.
If sprayer becomes clogged during use, disconnue use immediately. DO NOT aempt to service while chemicals are in the sprayer
and power is connected.
Proper care and maintenance will prolong the life of your sprayer.
Aer use, drain the tank and store or dispose of chemical properly. Fill the sprayer half way with clean water. Start the pump and
allow the water to pump through the enre plumbing system and nozzles. Drain and then rell half full, add the recommended
amount of a good quality tank cleaner, such as FIMCO Tank Neutralizer and Cleaner. (If no tank cleaner is available, you may subs-
tute dish soap for this step, about 1-2 oz. per gallon). But a neutralizer/cleaner should be used to thoroughly clean the system.
Turn pump on and circulate through system for 15 minutes and then spray out through boom and handgun nozzles. Rell sprayer
half way with clean water and repeat. Follow the chemical manufacturer’s disposal instrucons of all wash or rinsing water.
If boom or handgun nozzles need cleaning, remove them from the sprayer and soak in warm soapy water. Clean with a so bristled
brush or toothpick if necessary. Never use a metal object. Even the slightest damage can change the ow rate and spray distribu-
on. Water rinse and dry the ps before storing.
WARNING: Some chemicals will damage the pump valves if allowed to soak untreated for a length of me! ALWAYS ush the
pump as instructed aer each use. DO NOT allow chemicals to sit in the pump for extended mes of idleness. Follow the chemical
manufacturer’s instrucons on disposal of all waste water from the sprayer.

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Tank Care & Maintenance
Warning: Do not use the tank as a container for fuel oils, kerosene, gasoline or any other petroleum disllate product. All polyole-
ns are soened and permeated by such products. In an enclosed area the vaporizaon of these materials from the outside sur-
face of the tank could create a dangerous condion.
The tank should not be used as a pressure vessel nor used with chemicals or soluons having a weight of more than 12 pounds per
gallon.
Store the tank in a dry dark place when not in use. Storage out of sunlight will prolong the life of the tank.
Do not drop, strike or kick the tank, especially at low temperatures. Tanks become brile and are subject to cracking at tempera-
tures below 20° Fahrenheit.
Always ush the tank with water and a neutralizing agent at the end of each use, to prevent contaminaon of soluons.
Winter Storage
Prepare the sprayer for end-of-season storage by running RV anfreeze through the system. This will keep internal parts lubricat-
ed, protect against corrosion and keep the unit from freezing. Note: RV anfreeze is non-toxic and biodegradable and generally
safer for the environment than automove anfreeze.
Before storing your sprayer for winter or long term storage, thoroughly clean and drain it as much as possible. Then pour enough
pink RV anfreeze into the tank so that when the pump is turned on you can pump the anfreeze throughout the enre plumbing
system, including the bypass. Make sure to operate the handgun unl you see pink uid spraying from the nozzle. Leave any re-
maining anfreeze in the tank. Before your next usage, rinse the anfreeze from the sprayer with clean water.
It is nearly impossible to drain all of the water from the sprayer and any trapped water can freeze in cold weather and damage
parts of the sprayer. Pumping the anfreeze through the system will displace the water and help prevent this damage.
Removing from storage: drain the anfreeze. Fill the tank with fresh water and run through the system. Dispose of anfreeze and
ush water properly.
Before Troubleshoong or Aempng to Service the Pump:
♦ Review Troubleshoong Chart: Do Not aempt to repair unl steps below are followed.
♦ Personal Protecve Gear: Wear protecve gear when servicing pump.
♦ Disconnect Power: Disconnect the power to the pump and relieve the pressure from the system.
♦ Empty and Flush the pump system with water, never aempt to service the pump unl it has been emped and ushed.
♦ Perform Repairs: Follow direcons provided in the troubleshoong secon to repair the pump.
♦ Test: Always test the pump for leaks with plain water aer any repairs before using.

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DO
• Clean and rinse your pump after each use with Fimco Tank
Neutralizer
• Winterize your pump or sprayer by rinsing, draining and
running RV Antifreeze through it before storing for the winter.
• Use clean water for your spray mixture
• Store inside a building when not in use.
DON’T
• Use to pump bleach.
• Use to pump petroleum products such as diesel fuel, gaso-
line or kerosene.
• Leave your pump sit with spray mixture in it for extended
periods.
• Use dirty or unfiltered water for spraying.
2.2 GPM Pump
Model: 5151075
Available Replacement Parts
(Replacement Pump: 5281325)
Check the fuse spray pattern
Check for defective pressure switch
12 Volt Power Source
Discharge hose may be too long
Check for clogged strainer/filter
Check for restriction in discharge line
Check for empty product supply
Check for Low Voltage
Check for leaks in the discharge line
Check for cracks in the pump housing Check for defective pressure switch
Check for air leaks in supply line System has leaks
Check for open bypass valve (if equipped)
Try another 12-Volt battery Check for defective or dirty check valve
Fuse blows:
Improper adjustment of pressure switch
Damaged or defective wiring harness
Defective pressure switch
Check for debris in check valve assembly
Check for defective check valve
Pump surges:
Air trapped in outlet line or pump head
Pump continues
to run:
Low Pressure/
Low Flow:
Check for a clogged strainer
Check for proper voltage
Check for leaks in the discharge line
Excessive voltage
Check for restrictions in the discharge line
Check for debris in intake
Check for debris in nozzle orifice
Check to see if connected to good
Check for leaks in the discharge line
Check for debris in nozzle orifice
Check for Low Voltage
Pump Does Not
Prime
(No Discharge
w/Motor
Running)
Check for clogged strainer/filter
Check for kinked inlet/outlet hoses
Check for empty product supply
Troubleshooting
Pump
will not run:
Check for loose wiring
Low flow may cause pump to surge
Make sure the ON/OFF switch is on
Spray Wand is adjusted to small or fine of a
Check for defective pressure switch

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Exploded View/Parts List
BR-40-SP-EC (5303154)
Pump Assembly Detail

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Approx. Dimensions:
29.906”
23.500”
19.813”
NOTES:

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Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW FIMCO, IND. EQUIPMENT
WHO MAY USE THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. This limited warranty (the “Limited Warranty”) is provided by Fimco, Ind. to the original purchaser
(“you”) of the Equipment (as dened below) from Fimco, Ind. or one of Fimco, Ind.’s authorized dealers. This Limited Warranty does not apply to
any subsequent owner or other transferee of the Equipment. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO
HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
WHAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW LONG. Fimco, Ind. warrants that any new Equipment will be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year (homeowner) and 90 days (commercial user), aer delivery of the Equipment to you (the
“Warranty Period”). The Warranty Period is not extended if Fimco, Ind. repairs or replaces the Equipment.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. This Limited Warranty does not apply to: (1) used Equipment; (2) any Equipment that has
been altered, changed, repaired or treated since its delivery to you, other than by Fimco, Ind. or its authorized dealers; (3) damage or deprecia-
on due to normal wear and tear; (4) defects or damage due to failure to follow Fimco, Ind.’s operator’s manual, specicaons or other wrien
instrucons, or improper storage, operaon, maintenance, applicaon or installaon of parts; (5) defects or damage due to misuse, accident or
neglect, “acts of God” or other events beyond Fimco, Ind.’s reasonable control; (6) accessories, aachments, tools or parts that were not manu-
factured by Fimco, Ind., whether or not sold or operated with the Equipment; or (7) rubber parts, such as res, hoses and grommets.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE. To obtain warranty service under this Limited Warranty, you must (1) provide wrien noce to Fimco,
Ind. of the defect during the Warranty Period and within thirty (30) days aer the defect becomes apparent or the repair becomes necessary, at
the following address: Fimco, Ind., 1000 Fimco Lane, North Sioux City, SD 57049; and (2) make the Equipment available to Fimco, Ind. or an
authorized dealer within a reasonable period of me. For more informaon about this Limited Warranty, please call: 800-831-0027.
WHAT REMEDIES ARE AVAILABLE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. If the condions set forth above are fullled and the Equipment or any part
thereof is found to be defecve, Fimco, Ind. shall, at its own cost, and at its opon, either repair or replace the defecve Equipment or part.
Fimco, Ind. will pay for shipping and handling fees to return the repaired or replacement Equipment or part to you.
LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND OTHER REMEDIES. THE REMEDIES DESCRIBED ABOVE ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES,
AND FIMCO, IND.’S SOLE LIABILITY, FOR ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIM-
ITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD, AND THE REMEDIES AVAILABLE FOR BREACH THEREOF SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE REMEDIES
AVAILABLE UNDER THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY
LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN NO EVENT SHALL FIMCO, IND.’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY EX-
CEED THE ACTUAL AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, NOR SHALL FIMCO, IND. BE LIABLE, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR LOSSES, WHETHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.