Goldacres G6 Crop Cruiser 2 Series User manual

GA8701177 REV 2 APRIL 2022
OPERATOR’S MANUAL MY20
G6 Crop Cruiser Series 2
GA8701177 REV 2
APRIL 2022
FROM SERIAL NO 203000

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improvement and as such, Goldacres reserve
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CONTENTS
1 - Important Information – Foreword 5
2 - Safety – Critical Risk Management 11
3 - Cabin – Your Sprayer at a Glance 27
4 - Setting Up – Preparation for Use 55
5 - Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates 91
6 - Operation – Ready to Spray 109
7 - Boom Settings – Service 151
8 - Lubrication & Maintenance – Service 171
9 - Trouble Shooting – Fast Tracking Solutions 215
10 - Integrated Systems – Appendix 231

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Important Information – Foreword
1 - Important Information – Foreword 5
1
Welcome 6
About this Manual 7
How to Use/Read this Manual 7
Decal/Symbol Instructions 7
Operator Responsibilities 7
Identication & Parts Ordering 8
Wheels & Tyres 8
Sprayer Dimensions 9
Sprayer Orientation 10
Paint Codes 10
Axle Driveline Options 10

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Foreword - Important Information
1
Welcome
Congratulations on your Selection of the
Goldacres G6 Series 2 Crop Cruiser.
Goldacres has been designing, building,
supplying and servicing Australian farmers
with high quality, innovative & technologically
advanced spraying solutions for over 40 years.
Our advanced equipment is specically
designed & developed in Australia for
Australian conditions.
Goldacres produce Australia’s nest range of
spraying equipment and we keenly value the
unique relationships we develop and enjoy
with the owners of our equipment.
Please read, understand and use these
comprehensive manuals to gain complete
understanding of your spayer for its reliable,
safe, accurate & ecient operation.
Do not hesitate to contact your Goldacres
Dealer or Goldacres for further information as
explained in these manuals.
Roger Richards
General Manager
We welcome you as a Goldacres Owner and
look forward to assisting you to make your
spraying applications as easy and ecient as
possible.
This Operators Manual outlines all you need
to know about the operation of your sprayer,
along with operating guidance and the overall
maintenance & care of your machine.
Our Customer Care booklet, called the
Delivery & Warranty Registration Manual
(supplied separately) explains in simple, easy
to understand terms the Pre-Delivery, Post-
Delivery, Warranty, Servicing and Maintenance
of your Sprayer.

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About this Manual
This manual provides instructions for some
items requiring assembly on delivery, setting
up instructions, calibration procedures, pre-
operation requirements, operating instructions
and maintenance requirements to achieve the
best performance of this G6 Series 2 Crop
Cruiser.
Some options explained in this manual may
not be installed on your sprayer. Other options
tted may require another operator manual for
instructions.
Please ensure this manual and other relevant
manual are passed onto the new owner if the
sprayer is sold.
How to Use/Read this
Manual
This manual includes a Contents page and 10
Chapters - with each Chapter beginning with
a list of Headings & Subheadings.
Each page contains written instructions
with pictures, illustrations, decal & symbol
instructions, above & below providing visual
support and information to each instruction.
Numerical values & settings shown in the
manual are instuctional examples only and
may not be representative for your machine or
local situation.
• Conveys risk of injury highlighting the need for action
to be taken to protect personal health.
• Serious injury may occur if you don’t follow
instructions!
• Conveys the potential for personal injury and/or
damage to the machine itself.
• Injury and/or damage your machine, if you don’t follow
instructions!
• Conveys useful operating information and procedures.
• It is not hazard related.
Decal/Symbol Instructions
Danger, Warning, Caution & Note symbols & decals are used throughout this manual and on your
G6 Series 2 Crop Cruiser instructing you of risks, procedures & operator safely.
It is important to familiarise yourself with these & understand their meaning to be able to quickly
identify risks, procedures, operator safety & safety of others, as outlined below:
• Conveys highest risk of injury or death to convey that
action must be taken to protect personal health.
• Serious injury or death may occur if you don’t follow
instructions!
• DangerSymbol - used for areas
where the highest personal risk of
injury or death is present.
Always read the information on these
decals and ensure you are taking the
precautions necessary to prevent risk
of injury or death.
You may be killed or seriously hurt if
you don’t follow instructions!
• Caution Symbol - used where there
is potential for personal injury and/or
damage to the machine itself.
Injury and/or damage your machine
may occur if you don’t follow
instructions
• Note Symbol - is used to inform the
operator of installation, operation or
maintenance information & procedures
that are important for the best ways of
operating this sprayer.
The Note symbol is not hazard related.
• Warning Symbol - used in areas
where there is potential for risk or injury
highlighting the need for action to be
taken to protect personal health.
You can be seriously hurt if you don’t
follow instructions!
Operator Responsibilities
All operators of the G6 Series 2 Crop Cruiser
should be adequately trained in the safe
operation of this equipment.
It is important that all operators have read and
fully understand the operator’s manual prior to
using this equipment.
All operators of this Crop Cruiser must read
all Operator Manuals for this machine
including but not limited to:
• This G6 Series 2 Crop Cruiser
Operators Manual
• Delivery & Warranty Registration
Manual
• G6 Series 2 Crop Cruiser Parts Manual
(available online only).
• Raven Rate Control Module
Operation Manual
• Other Manuals as required,
and fully understand:
• All risks & safety concerns
• Installation & assembly
• Pre-operation checks
• Calibration of the sprayer
• Operating the sprayer
• Sprayer lubrication & maintenance
• Use of protective clothing
• Risks of using chemicals & spraying.
All new operators should be trained in an
area without bystanders or obstructions and
become familiar with the sprayer prior to
operation.

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Foreword - Important Information
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Identication&Parts
Ordering
When ordering parts or requesting service
information for your sprayer it is important to
quote the serial number of your machine in
order to receive accurate information.
The serial number plate on your machine is
located on the chassis at the front left hand
side by the cabin access ladder.
When ordering parts from your Goldacres
dealer, please quote:
• Machine serial number
• Part number required
• Part description
• Quantity required.
The Goldacres Parts Manual (available online)
includes the relevant information you need
when ordering parts from your dealer.
When returning parts to a Goldacres dealer for
service or repair, all parts MUST be cleaned
thoroughly before sending them.
Dealers will not expose their service
technicians to the many potentially hazardous
pesticides & substances that may have been
used.
Use only Genuine Goldacres parts on
Goldacres equipment.
Wheels & Tyres
Tyre pressures need to be checked regularly
- check every 8 to 12 hours of operation.
There are many factors concerning the
appropriate tyre pressure for a particular tyre
and load. The many factors include:
• Tyre size,
• Rim type,
• Tyre status (driven or free rolling),
• Load,
• Speed,
• Haul length and
• Load Indiex.
All factors need to be considered when
determining the tyre pressure.
To identify the exact options tted to your particular
sprayer, refer to the original quotation and/or build sheet.
If needed, a copy of the build sheet may be obtained by
contacting your dealer and quoting your machine serial
number as described above.
Please ensure all parts are clearly labelled with the owner’s
details and a brief description of the fault.
Dealers are not liable for the return of any goods to a
Goldacres Dealer. Goods must be returned to point of
sale.
The serial number plate located on the chassis at the front
left hand side by the cabin access ladder.
For information on wheel maintenance
please refer to Chapter 8 “Lubrication &
Maintenance”.
If a tyre is replaced with a dierent brand or size, please
contact the supplier for correct air pressures to suit the
load carrying capacity of this machine.
Converting Kilopascals (Kpa) to Pounds per Square Inch
(PSI):
PSI = Kpa x 0.145
Eg. 282 Kpa x 0.145 = 40.9 PSI
The Crop Cruiser G6 Series 2 has three tyre options.
Foreword - Important Information
1
Tyre Size Load Index RecommendedPressures@
30km/hr
(kPa/PSI)
50km/hr
(kPa/PSI)
480/80R46 166A8/159D 240 / 35 283 / 41
480/80R50 177A8/166D 220 / 32 240 / 35
520/80R46 173A8/169D 220 / 32 180 / 26

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Sprayer Dimensions
The following G6 Series 2 Crop Cruiser
dimensions are provided as a guide only.
Variations in dimensions may occur without
notication.
Dimensions show here do not include aerials
and other attachments.
To ensure that the dimensions are accurate for
your sprayer it is recommended that you
measure your sprayer individually.
Aerials on the roof may also need to be
removed to meet clearance requirements for
over head power lines, while on the road and
also in some paddocks.
The Crop Cruiser sprayer is approximately 4.15m in height
and with aerials on the roof, can be much higher.
Check regulations in your state for maximum vehicle height
restrictions. When driving on roads it may be necessary to
remove aerials to meet the required height restrictions.
A B C D E
Boom
Size
Height Width Length Wheel-
base
Ground
Clear-
ance
Airbags
Inated
Airbags
Deated
Tyres
Outside
Folded
Boom
36m 4.15 m 4.05 m 3.5 m 3.4 m 9.315 m 4.2m 1.46 m
42m 4.15 m 4.05 m 3.5 m 3.4 m 10.585 m 4.2m 1.46 m
48m 4.15 m 4.05 m 3.5 m 4.2 m 9.350 m 4.2m 1.46 m
Aerials on the roof may also need to be removed to meet
clearance requirements for over head power lines, while on
the road and also in some paddocks.
Important Information – Foreword 1
Sprayer dimension are based on 480/85 R50 tyres tted
with airbags deated.
Be aware dimensions given have no aerials tted.

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Sprayer Orientation
Throughout this manual instructions are given
with reference to the front, rear, left and right
of the sprayer including moving forward and
reversing.
Right
Left
Front
Rear
Reverse
Forward
PaintCodes
For repairs or touching up damaged paintwork
use Australian Standards AS2700 codes:
Wheels: N23 Neutral Grey
Steel (Green): G13 Emerald Green
Steel (Black): N61 Black
Axle Driveline Options
Three Axle Drive Line options are available for
the Crop Cruiser G6:
• 2 Wheel Drive (2WD) Fixed 3m Track
• 4 Wheel Drive (4WD) Fixed 3m Track
• 2 Wheel Drive (2WD) 3-4m Ajustable
Fitted with standard 480 wide wheel & tyres,
the axle track setting (for each Axle Driveline
option) is 2970mm on the ground. This keeps
overall vehicle width to under 3500mm to a
comply with Australian road regulations.
Wheel track manufacturing tolerance is ±
25mm.
If the 3-4m adjustable axle option is tted,
the wheel track can be adjusted and set from
2970mm to 3970mm.
Refer to ‘Chapter 6 ‘Operation’ for instructions
to adjust & set adjustable wheel tracks.
Tyres wider than 480mm will increase total machine width
to over 3500mm.
To avoid any confusion or misunderstandings
these are given using the orientation of the
sprayer as illustrated (above).
The Adjustable Axle Track (3-4m) option.

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Safety – Essential Risk Management
2 - Safety – Essential Risk Management 11
1 Operator Safety 12
2 Chemical Safety 13
3 Maintenance Safety 15
4 Transport Safety 19
5 Operating Safety 20
6 In-eld Safety 23

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Critical safety information to keep you
free from danger, injury or death is
outlined in the following pages.
Safety is a very high priority of Goldacres
and must be for all operators. All safety
and warning instructions MUST be
followed to ensure the safe operation of
your sprayer.
1 Operator Safety
Always read and understand the operator
manuals provided with your sprayer prior to its
operation.
It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure
there are no damaged or missing decals on
the equipment and that any damaged or
missing decals are replaced prior to operation.
Training & Certication
Operational training for your sprayer will be
given by your dealer or at the point of sale.
If required, please ask for this training again.
Chemical certication through a local
government body is recommended for all
those working with chemicals.
Not Okay to Operate!
Do not operate this sprayer if you are:
• Intoxicated (Never operate a sprayer
while under the inuence of any drugs
or alcohol)
• Fatigued (Never operate a sprayer if
you are excessively tired)
• Untrained (Never operate a sprayer if
you are not qualied)
• Stressed or mentally unt for work!
First Aid
Before spraying make sure you are aware of
rst aid requirements relative to the chemicals
being used.
Read the appropriate Chemical Safety Data
Sheets( CSDS) and know the location of an
appropriate First Aid Kit.
Make sure you have a rst aid action plan in
place whenever chemical handling/spraying.
It is recommended an appropriate First Aid Kit
be kept with your sprayer.
Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE)
Chemicals can be extremely harmful to
humans so the use of appropriate PPE when
handling chemicals is essential.
Ensure the correct Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) is available & worn before using agricultural
chemicals & operating the sprayer.
PPE must be appropriate to both chemicals
and sprayer.
Always refer to the chemical manufacturer’s
label for the guidelines on the appropriate
PPE for the chemical(s) you are using.
Always wear close tting clothing and appropriate
safety equipment for the job at hand.
Goldacres strongly recommends that you
read and understand the following Australian
standards:
• Australian Standard for Chemical
protective clothing AS3765.
• Australian Standard for Respiratory
protection devices AS1715.
Poisons Information Centres - Call 131 126 (AU)
Minimum PPE
Minimum Personal Protective Equipment requires:
• Coveralls
• Elbow length rubber gloves
• Approved respirator &
• Face shield.
Passengers
Your sprayer is equipped with one training
seat with a seatbelt. To minimize the risk of
injury in the event of an accident, the operator
and anyone in the training seat must wear the
seat belts at all times.
Any other passengers (not recommended) will
not be protected by the roll-over protection
system and must not be on the machine.
Do not stand on or carry passengers on the steps
or platform when the machine is in motion or
when the booms are being folded or unfolded.
Avoid Excessive Noise Exposure
Exposure to loud noise over an extended
period can cause permanent hearing
impairment or loss.
Be pro-active in conservation of your hearing
and wear appropriate hearing protection at all
times.
Front cover of Australian Standard for Chemical protective
clothing AS3765 publication.
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Safety – Essential Risk Management
Machine Alterations
Any unauthorised modications to this sprayer
may aect its function and create a serious
safety risk.
Any part of a Goldacres sprayer that is
altered or operated outside the guidelines
or limitations given may not be warranted
by Goldacres for successful operation or
performance.
Operators working outside standard
specicatons & limitations do so at their own
risk, unless specic advice has been sought
from, and approved by Goldacres in writing.
2 Chemical Safety
The safe use of Agricultural (Ag) chemicals
with this equipment is the responsibility of the
owner/operators. Owners & operators should
be trained in the safe use of Ag-chemicals.
Safe Chemical Usage
Agricultural chemicals can cause serious
illness and even death if they are handled
incorrectly or enter the body.
Risks of chemical entering the body include:
Orally - Drinking, splashing into mouth,
eating/drinking with dirty hands
Never attempt to clean parts or
nozzles by blowing with your mouth
Never attempt to siphon chemicals
or substances by sucking.
Inhalation - Inhaling chemical vapours &/or
spray droplets as Airborne Particles
Always stand well clear of equipment
during operation
Any spray drift is dangerous and may
be hazardous to humans & other
animals.
Dermal Absorption – Absorbtion of chemical
through the skin. Risks are increased
if your skin is broken.
Make sure your PPE is appropriate
for the chemicals to be used.
Goldacres recommends a relevant spraying
course is completed by owners and operators
prior to operating the sprayer.
Always read & follow chemical manufacturer’s
guidelines for safe application as per the
chemical labels & Material Safety Data Sheets.
Particular attention should be given to the
recommended target application rate of
the chemical being applied as per chemical
guidelines.
Keep Operator Areas Clean
Use disposable gloves or triple rinse multiple-
use gloves.
Carefully remove all potentially contaminated
PPE & clothing before entering the Cabin (if
applicable) to ensure no chemical enters your
working environment.
If chemical contacts your body, rinse with fresh
water immediately & seek medical attention.
Chemical Handling
You should have all relevant Chemical Labels,
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and
technical guides available to you.
These can be found on the manufacturer’s
website if you do not have hard copies.
Ensure you have familiarised yourself with all
documentation - including chemical labels &
Material Safety Data Sheets, before opening &
mixing chemicals.
Always understand the complexities of the
chemical you are using, the safety measures &
have an appropriate safety plan in place.
Safe Spraying Application
Safe application starts with being familiar with
the safety requirements of the chemical being
used.
Be sure to familiarise yourself with all the
documentation supplied with your chemical
drum or shuttle before you start mixing and
spraying.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be appropriate
to both chemicals and sprayer.
Do not operate or make alterations to the sprayer outside
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In addition to operator safety, it’s important
that the chemical being sprayed hits the target
and drift is minimised.
The following conditions are generally
unsuitable for spraying:
• Rain
• High winds above 15km/h
• Excessive humidity
• Cold air and low pressure systems that
increase the risk of inversion
Delta T has become a widely used measure
for acceptable spraying conditions with
regards to temperature and humidity.
Observe all weather conditions, temperature,
humidity, wind direction & speed before you
start spraying & for the duration of the job.
Take all steps necessary to minimise spray
drift and the risk of inversion.
If you have any doubt consult with a qualied
advisor or agronomist.
Spray Application Risk Assessment
Answer the following risk questions to assess risks & safety before spraying:
Weather Conditions? Yes / No
Are winds or gusts likely to present risk of drift? ................................................  
Are humidity and Delta T in the appropriate operating range? ............................  
Are weather conditions likely to change before the task is complete? ................  
Have all pre-start checks been undertaken? ......................................................  
Is the sprayer in good working order? ...............................................................  
Is the operator t for work? ................................................................................  
Has the operator been trained in the use of this machine & the chemicals? .......  
Have all appropriate PPE items been made readily available? ............................  
Is the operator aware of the risks posed by the chemical(s) being used? ...........  
Physical risks and the work environment
Is there any danger posed by power lines? ........................................................  
Is there any uneven terrain to be considered? ....................................................  
Is there any likelihood of untrained bystanders or children in the area? ...............  
Is there a rst aid station nearby? ......................................................................  
Disposal of Chemicals &
Containers
Flush all chemicals from the sprayer
immediately after use.
When draining uids from the sprayer, use
appropriate, leak proof containers.
Do not use food or beverage containers
because someone may consume the contents
by mistake.
Dispose of unused chemicals & empty
chemical containers in the correct manner..
For information on correct disposal of
unwanted farm chemicals, visit ChemClear.
org.au or call 1800 008 182.
Label the product for disposal and store it
securely away until it is able to be collected for
disposal.
Disposal must be carried out by a licensed
waste disposal company or chemical
collection program.
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Personal Safety
Change out of protective clothing and shower
as soon as possible after working with
chemicals.
Wash hands and face thoroughly before
eating, drinking or smoking.
Provide clean water at all lling sites and on
the sprayer in case of emergency.
Wash & clean respirators regularly & replace
respirator cartridges at recommended
intervals.
Goldacres Equipment
Our equipment uses several materials that
may be harmful to the environment.
Potentially harmful waste used includes such
items as oil, fuel, coolant and batteries.
If disposed of incorrectly these can threaten
the surrounding environment and ecology.
Waste products can leech into surrounding
water sources and contaminate the area.
Certain chemicals may be unsuitable for use
with Goldacres standard plumbing designs.
Consult your Goldacres dealer if required.
3 Maintenance Safety
Correct sprayer maintenance is an important
part of eliminating the risk of incorrect spraying
applications and ensuring overall safety.
Always maintain the sprayer to ensure it is in
good working order for its next use.
Keep the sprayer clean - inside & out to
minimise wear and allow easier recognition &
identication of problems that might arise.
Hydraulic Inspection, Adjustment
& Repair
Periodic inspection & assessment of
hydraulic systems and especially hoses is
recommended and should include:
1 The age of hoses
2 Condition of hose ttings
3 Rub marks and potential wear points from
hose contact
4 Unexplained hydraulic oil leaks
5 Excessive corrosion of ttings
If any faults are found, do not operate the
machinery until the issues have been rectied.
Safety – Essential Risk Management
Where practicable, all inspections and
maintenance/servicing work should be
conducted by a person competent in
hydraulics systems and maintenance,
including testing & commissioning.
Maintenance and routine checks should be
conducted to ensure adequate hydraulic uid
levels and lter cleanliness are fully maintained.
Manufacturer’s recommendations should be
adhered to as excessive or inadequate uid
levels can cause system failure and present
serious risks.
Injury Risks
Encumbent with all sprayer maintenance is the
risk of injury from:
Cuts, Stabs & Punctures:
• When servicing a machine, be mindful
of sharp edges on parts such as
trimmed cable ties, hose clamps, cut
reinforced hose, edges of plates and
brackets as they may cause cut, stab
or puncture injuries.
Crush Hazards:
• Never attempt maintenace on axles,
wheels or components within the
vicinity of the wheels with the engine
running.
• Never attempt to do maintenance
under any hydraulically raised boom or
structure.
Pinch Hazards:
• When operating moving components
such as a boom, access ladder,
bonnet or other components, keep
ngers and hands away from potential
pinch points.
Burn Hazards:
• Hydraulic oil increases in temperature
with pressure and use
• Components may be very hot to touch
and could result in contact burns
• Oil leaks may spray hot oil and cause
eye injury & burns
• Avoid any contact of the entire exhaust
system of the machine when at
operating temperature
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• Avoid contacting the hydraulic
tank and all hydraulic lines when at
operating temperature.
• Full coverage clothing minimises the
risk of oil burns and is recommended
with this type of equipment.
Injection Injury
• Injection injuries occur when a jet of
hydraulic uid pierces the skin and
enters the blood stream.
• This may occur if a hydraulic line
is pierced or damaged. Be aware
that injection injuries are extremely
dangerous and have the potential to
cause death.
Hose Whip/Striking
• Hose whip or striking injuries may
occur when an unrestrained hose
releases oil pressure quickly causing
whipping back & forth until the oil and
energy is fully released.
• The most common point for failure in a
hydraulic hose is at the ttings, where
corrosion and stress related damage is
most likely to occur.
Fluids Under Pressure
Fluids escaping from high pressure lines can
cause serious injury to skin. High pressure
hydraulic oil can easily penetrate human skin.
Do not disconnect any hoses, nozzles or lters
while equipment is operating. Disconnecting
these components while under pressure may
result in uncontrolled uid discharge which
may be hazardous.
Pressure in the uid lines must be released
before any maintenance is undertaken.
Be mindful of the location of pressurised lines
in the vicinity of the work area when using
equipment such as grinders, oxy torches and
welders.
Such equipment poses two major risks:
• Equipment may easily cut through lines
• Heat generated may cause line to
rupture and/or burn.
Ensure all ttings and lines are fully/tightly
secured before re-pressurizing after repairs.
Pumps, Pressure Lines & Valves
It is important that the liquid ow systems
of this sprayer are understood and well
maintained because liquids under pressure
create serious risks of injury.
Pressurised spaying and hydraulic systems
operate at pressures up to 20 bar (284 psi) for
spraying and (3000 psi) for hydraulics.
To avoid risks of injury, it is important to:
• Read and understand the operator’s
manual
• Never undo ttings, cut hoses or
carry out maintenance when a pump
is running or when a system is under
pressure
• Do not exceed maximum pressures as
stated in operators manual.
Cooling System
At operating temperature, liquid in the cooling
system is under pressure. Only remove the
radiator cap when the engine is turned o and
the engine has cooled down.
Loosen the radiator cap slowly to relieve the
pressure before removing the cap completely.
Coolant should be added only when the
engine is cool and turned o.
Stored Energy Hazard
Even when a machine is not running, energy
can be stored in components such as
hydraulic accumulators, air tanks, tyres, air
conditioning hoses and springs.
Hydraulically supported components such as
the boom center are also a source of stored
energy.
Before working on the machine, ensure that
these parts are relieved of their energy in a
safe manner.
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When adding engine coolant following lling instructions:
• Be sure the engine has cooled down (not hot).
• Before adding coolant, ensure the engine O.
Failure to follow instructions can result in injury.

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Batteries
The sprayer is supplied with sealed, non-
serviceable batteries.
The battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid
which is an highly dangerous liquid. Batteries
therefore should be handled with the greatest
degree of care. Sulfuric acid can cause
blindness, burn skin and dissolve clothing.
Batteries also produce ammable hydrogen
gas (especially when charging), so keep them
separated from any sources of sparks & ames.
An operator can avoid these hazards by:
• Wearing the correct personal
protective equipment
• Avoid spilling or dripping electrolyte
• Place the battery into a plastic
collection tray ready for disposal if its
case is found to be damaged.
Emergency Procedure
If an electrolyte gets in your eyes, ush your
eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes,
then get immediate medical assistance.
Also thoroughly wash all other aected areas
on your body with water & remove all clothing.
If you swallow any electrolyte seek medical
attention immediately.
Lifting a Sprayer
Before raising a sprayer o the ground:
• Ensure that the boom is in its closed
position.
• Park on a at level, rm area and
engage the park brake.
• Empty the spray tank where possible.
• Chock all wheels that remain on the
ground.
• Securely lift the sprayer using a jack
and support the machine on work
stands.
• Do not work under the machine when
supported solely by a jack.
• Do not support the machine using
materials that may crumble.
Changing Wheels & Tyres
An experienced person with the correct
equipment should mount the wheels on the
sprayer.
When changing a wheel on the sprayer ensure
the machine is on rm level ground and the
wheels are chocked.
Tyre Maintenance
Maintain correct tyre pressure at all times.
Ination of tyres above or below the
recommended pressure exerts additional
pressure on the tyre, which may result in tyre
damage.
Extreme caution is required during the ination
of tyres. Rapid ination of a tyre may cause
separation and/or explosion of the rim. Such
an event can inict serious or fatal injuries to
the operator of close bystanders.
Always use a tyre ination gauge.
Be pro-active and continually check the
condition of your tyres during operations.
Do not weld, heat or modify a tyre rim.
Working Heights above Ground
Please contact your local government on the
restrictions and safety requirements needed to
operate at various heights above the ground.
Do not climb on machine to get access. There
is a risk a falling if a person has climbed onto
the machine.
Use ladder or work platform to get access
to parts or areas of the machine above local
government restrictions.
Working On or Underneath the
Sprayer
When working on or underneath a sprayer,
always take measures to make sure that the
sprayer cannot move.
Never get underneath a suspended machine
or suspended part of a machine.
If you must work under the machine ensure
the machine or machine part is solidly
supported.
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Never get underneath a suspended machine or suspended
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Slippery Surfaces
The surface of the sprayer platform has raised
portions to minimise the risk of slipping.
Keep platform surface clean of mud and other
material to avoid risks of slipping.
Main Spray Tank
Danger – The main spray tank is a conned
space and you must not enter because the
lack of oxygen and chemicals can cause
asphyxiation and death..
Do not enter the tank for any purpose.
Entanglement Hazard
Rotating drives can cause serious injury or
even death when entanglement occurs.
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from
all moving parts to prevent injury.
Never operate a machine with covers,
shrouds, or guards removed.
Decals
Decals are an important part of making
operators aware of risks and correct
operations.
Understand the safety decals and their
purpose to assists the safe operation of your
machine.
It is the responsibility of the owner operator to
replace damaged and/or missing decals.
All decals on the sprayer must be maintained
in good order and replaced if damaged or
missing.
Regularly review decals with operators. It is
very important to ensure that all new machine
components and replacement parts include
current hazard identication decals.
Decals have a part number to assist in their
identication & replacement.
Replacement decals can be ordered from your
Goldacres’ dealer.
Part numbers and descriptions of the
decals on this machine can be found on the
Goldacres website.
Safety Guards
All safety guards should be replaced if
damaged to ensure that risks of injury are
controlled as intended.
Some examples of safety guards includes fan
blade guards, PTO guards and hydraulic hose
covers.
Exhaust Fumes
Diesel engine exhaust fumes are harmful and
can cause severe sickness or death.
If it is necessary to run the engine in an
enclosed area use an exhaust pipe extension.
If an exhaust pipe extension is unavailable
ensure that all doors are fully open and the
room is very well ventilated.
Refuelling
Handle fuel with extreme caution.
Do not refuel the machine while smoking or
near open ames or sparks.
Always stop the engine before refueling.
To prevent res always keep the machine
clean of grease, debris and dirt.
Do not use electronic devices when re-fuelling.
Before Operating
Inspect all equipment thoroughly for damage
and wear before operating.
Lubricate the sprayer as recommended before
operating.
Reversing
The machine is tted with a reverse warning
beeper and a reversing screen (camera) when
the machine is put into reverse.
Be vigilant and aware of bystanders and other
obstacles when attempting to reverse.
Sprayer Lighting
Keep lighting and signs in good order and
replace any damaged or faulty xtures.
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4 Transport Safety
Check the wheel nut tension on a regular
basis, especially before and when travelling on
roads.
The torque and inspection frequency is
outlined in the maintenance section.
Brake performance should be checked
regularly. The inspection frequency is outlined
in the maintenance section.
Always ensure that the boom is securely
supported when travelling on roads.
Collision Risk & Warning Lights
Before driving the sprayer check with the
relevant road management authorities for
information regarding safe and legal transport
on public roads in the state where the
machine is being operated.
To assist in the prevention of collisions with
other road users the sprayer is tted with
warning lights and signs in accordance with
national road regulations.
Public Roads
In your locality there may be special vehicle
licencing conditions that govern the use and
movement of your self-propelled sprayer.
Check with relevant government authorities for
the relevant road laws in your area (these can
vary from area to area). It is the responsibility
of the operator to know these laws.
Depending on the width of the machine, a
pilot or escort vehicle may be required. Any
wide vehicle must display an “Oversize” sign.
Most self-propelled sprayers driven on public
roads have requirements for ashing lights.
Make sure the sprayer complies with all
relevant road regulations before travelling or
transporting on public roads.
Always follow the laws requiring pilot vehicles,
escorts and signage when traveling with
oversized loads.
Even if a pilot vehicle is not legally required,
if vision or manoeuvrability is limited, it
is strongly recommended that an escort
accompanies the equipment for road transport
Always ensure a vehicle load does not exceed
loads allowed for the towing vehicle (consult
operators manual).
Where possible travel with your sprayer and
tow when tanks are empty or near empty.
This sprayer can only be driven on public
roads during daylight hours. However, there
are some exceptions for night driving. Always
check for your locality.
Always use safety chains when towing a
triailed vehicle.
Towing the Sprayer
A disabled sprayer must not be towed unless
the engine is running (as the steering and
brakes require engine power to operate).
Before towing, front & rear tail shafts should
be disconnected due to the risk of damage to
the transmission.
While towing do not travel at a speed greater
than 10 Km/h.
An operator must be in the cabin to steer and
brake the sprayer under tow.
The park brake must be manually released if
engine is not able to run. Refer to Chapter 8,
Service & Maintenance for instructions.
Transporting the Sprayer
A disabled sprayer is best transported on a
drop deck trailer.
Use chains to secure the machine via the tie
down attachment point located under the
front and rear axles.
Loading & Unloading
O loading a sprayer from a truck is an
especially dangerous task. Similarly, loading a
sprayer onto a truck.
This is not a one-person job and must be
performed by people qualied for the task
at hand and with equipment of sucient
capacity.
When loading onto a truck, always use the tie
downs point provided.
Deate the sprayer air-bag suspension system
to provide more load stability.
Secure all components of the sprayer that
might come loose or move during transport.
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Deate the air-bag suspension system for more load
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5 Operating Safety
Ladders & Steps
Ladders present a number of risks to an
operator. Therefore use them appropriately.
Not all ladders are congured the same.
Familiarise yourself with the steps, handles,
rails of your ladder.
Be mindful of wearing appropriate, enclosed
foot wear with good grip when operating a
sprayer and working with chemical.
Diaphragm spray pump
Care should be taken to never overll a
diaphragm pump with oil or operate at speeds
exceeding 540 rpm.
Centrifugal spray pump
Running the pump dry will cause failure.
Care should be not to operate at speeds
exceeding 4200 rpm.
Do not exceed the maximum spraying
pressure of 8 Bar.
Electrical Safety
Only qualied persons should disassemble or
service electric components of the sprayer.
If an electrical device or accessory is supplied
with a three-pronged, earthed plug, ensure it
is used correctly with a compatible earthed
240V power source.
Electrical looms should be checked on a
regular basis for fraying and any signs of wear,
damage or defects.
Do not use an electrical device in or near an
area where it may fall or be pulled into water,
other liquids or in the rain.
Do not touch an electrical device that has
fallen into water.
In case of an electrical re, shut o the power
and use a suitable re extinguisher.
Never use water to put out an electrical re.
Water used on an electrical re may result in
fatal shock.
Battery Safety
Lead acid batteries generate ammable and
explosive gases. Keep sparks and ames
away from batteries. Injury or death can occur.
When disconnecting the battery, do not
ground out the (red) positive side of the
battery as electrocution or shock can occur.
Wear safety goggles or a face shield when
inspecting or cleaning lead acid batteries.
If acid enters an eye, immediately ood the
eye with running water for at least 15 minutes.
See a doctor as soon as possible.
If acid contacts the skin, wash the aected
area immediately with plenty of water.
Smoking or naked ames should never be
present in battery area.
Be aware that poor connections to a battery
may spark and be an ignition source for a re.
Battery Jumper Lead Tips
If it is necessary to use jumper leads, it is
important to follow the correct procedure.
Improper jumper cable connections can cause
an explosion resulting in personal injury.
Ensure the donor battery is the same voltage
as the Goldacre 12V system if a battery is at.
If vehicles are involved, make sure the
vehicles are in either Neutral or Park, with
the handbrake on and/or have the wheels
chocked. Ensure the vehicles are not
touching.
Then follow this procedure:
1 Select the clamp of the red positive (+ive)
jumper lead and attach it to the positive
terminal on the dead battery.
2 Select the other end of the red positive
(+ive) clamp and secure it to the positive
terminal on the good battery.
3 Select one end of the black negative (-ive)
jumper lead and attach it to the negative
terminal on the good battery.
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