Guardian 55 ES User manual

MODEL 55 ES
©2008
GUARDIAN ULV EQUIPMENT
PRODUCT OF ADAPCO, INC., SANFORD, FL

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•Do Not direct air blast from nozzle directly at any part of your body.
•Use ear protection when in close vicinity of equipment when powered up.
•Read this manual completely as well as other manuals that come with this
equipment.
•Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven parts.
•Before performing any maintenance or service, stop the machine
•Keep all shrouds and guards in place especially the drive belt shroud.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES
MAY RESULT IN INJURY
REMEMBER – YOUR ULV COLD FOG GENERATOR IS ONLY AS SAFE AS
THE OPERATOR!
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance, and storage of the equipment.
Guardian 55 ES
This manual covers the operating instructions, illustrations,
and parts lists for:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MODEL 55 ES
Contents
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 5
INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................................... 7
SERVICING THE ENGINE ............................................................................................................................ 7
DIRECTION REFERENCE ............................................................................................................................. 8
SAFETY INFORMATION.................................................................................................................................. 9
SIGNAL WORDS ......................................................................................................................................... 9
BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS.................................................................................................. 10
OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS ............................................................................................................... 12
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE ...................................................................................................................13
FAMILIARIZATION .......................................................................................................................................14
OPERATOR CONTROLS ............................................................................................................................ 14
AIR PRESSURE GAUGE............................................................................................................................. 14
SPRAY VALVE (Ball Valve)........................................................................................................................ 15
FORMULATION FILTER AND ORIFICE ......................................................................................................15
FORMULATION TANK .............................................................................................................................. 15
ATOMIZATION NOZZLE ........................................................................................................................... 16
INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................. 17
COLD FOG GENERATOR (ULV SPRAYER) CONTENTS ............................................................................... 17
FACTORY FLUID LEVELS........................................................................................................................... 17
VEHICLE INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................................17
ENGINE STARTING & STOPPING.............................................................................................................. 18
Engine Symbols ....................................................................................................................................... 19
Recoil Start (Pull Start) ........................................................................................................................ 19
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................................20

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CHECKING ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL ................................................................................................. 20
ENGINE AIR CLEANER.............................................................................................................................. 20
COMPRESSOR LUBRICATION................................................................................................................... 21
BELT TENSION ......................................................................................................................................... 21
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................ 23
CALIBRATION...............................................................................................................................................24
FLOW CALIBRATION DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................24
FLOW CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ......................................................................................................... 25
FLOW DIAGRAM.......................................................................................................................................... 27
TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................................................................28
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN .............................................................................................................29
GUARDIAN 55 ES ..................................................................................................................................... 29
GUARDIAN 55 ES PARTS LIST .................................................................................................................. 30
GUARDIAN 55 ES PARTS LIST .................................................................................................................. 31
GUARDIAN ULV LIMITED WARRANTY ......................................................................................................... 33

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SPECIFICATIONS
Guardian 55 ES
Engine
Make: Honda
Model GX160
Horse Power: 5.5
Engine type: Air cooled, 4-stroke, OHV, Single cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 68 x 45 mm (2.7 x 1.8 in.)
Displacement: 163 cm3(9.9 cu. In)
Ignition system: Transistorized magneto
Direction of rotation: Counterclockwise facing the PTO shaft
Starting system: Recoil
Dry Weight: 15.0kg (33.1 lbs)
Fuel: Unleaded gasoline
Compressor
Make: Chinook
Model: K12
Dia. Outlet/inlet: .50”
Max performance: 1200 RPM
150 PSIG
6.97 ACFM @ 100 PSI
3.0BHP
Housing: Aluminum case and cylinder
Flywheel: 11” diameter
Belt type: 1-A
Weight 17.9 lbs.
Oil Capacity: 15 oz.
Drive Couple
Method V-Belt
Nozzle
Model: BEET XA series Siphon Round air cap
Port Size: 1/8” FNPT
Material: Brass Nickel plate
Nozzle rotation: 360º horizontally, 180º vertically

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Capacity
Fuel: 0.95 U.S. gallons (3.6 liter)
Formulation: 2.5 Gallon (9.46 liter) Natural/opaque
Flow Control
No pump
Siphon Orifice disk
Orifice sizes .020ø through .061ø (9 sizes)
Formulation filter: Inline
Gauges
Pressure: 0-150 PSI
Throttle & Choke Control
Throttle: manual
Choke: manual
Finish:
Type: Epoxy Powder Coat chassis
Chassis material: Aluminum
Dimensions:
Length 34.2”
Width 15.65”
Height 17”
Weight: 90 lbs (dry)

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GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
Your ULV cold fog generator, known from this point on in this manual as “ULV Sprayer”,was
built to the highest standards in the industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum
efficiency of your sprayer equipment depends on you following the operating, maintenance and
adjustment instructions in this manual.
If additional information or service is needed, contact ADAPCO or if applicable, your authorized
ADAPCO service representative.
We encourage you to contact ADAPCO for repairs. As the designer and manufacturer of this
equipment, ADAPCO professionals are informed and trained on the latest methods to service
this equipment and provide prompt and efficient service in the field or at the service shop and
carry a full line of Guradian ULV service parts and accessories.
THE REPLACEMENT OF ANY PORTION OF THIS PRODUCT BY OTHER THAN THE
MANUFACTURER’S AUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PART MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT THE
PERFORMANCE, DURABILITY OR SAFETY OF THIS PRODUCT. USE OF OTHER THAN
ADAPCO/GUARDIAN ULV REPLACEMENT PARTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
For some pictoral clarity, some illustrations and figures in this manual may show guards, or
shrouds removed. Under no circumstances should your ULV sprayer be operated without these
devices in place.
All information is based upon product information available at the time of approval for printing.
ADAPCO, Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation.
SERVICING THE ENGINE
The detailed servicing and repair of the engine is not covered in this manual; only routine
maintenance and general service instructions are provided. For service of the engine during the
limited warranty period, it is important to contact ADAPCO and if applicable, an authorized
ADAPCO service representative or an authorized servicing agent of the particular engine
manufacturer. Any unauthorized work done on the engine during the warranty period may
void your warranty.

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DIRECTION REFERENCE
The “Right” and “Left”, “Front” and “Rear” of the machine are refereced from the operator’s
right and left when standing behind the vehicle and facing in the normal forward direction of
the vehicle. Additionally, the ULV sprayer is designed to be placed in the back of a vehicle with
the engine and compressor facing the rear.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Your ULV sprayer is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness or operator error may result in
serious bodily injury or death. Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the
awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment. Make sure every operator is properly
trained and throughly familiar with all of the controls before operating this spray equipment.
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to
themselves, other people or property.
READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START
OR USE THIS SPRAYER.
A replacement copy of this manual is available from ADAPCO, Inc. or if applicable, an authorized
dealer or reseller of this equipment at:
ADAPCO, Inc.
Attn: Customer Service Dept.
550 Aero Lane
Sanford, FL 32771
Or call 1-800-367-0659
Additionally, a copy of this manual can be downloaded from the ADAPCO web site at
www.MyADAPCO by using the model number.
SIGNAL WORDS
This general symbol, the exclamation point inside a triangle
means “Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety is involved!”
The symbol is used with the following signal words to
attract your attention to safety messages found on the
decals on the machine and throughout this manual.

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The message that follows the symbol contains important information about safety. To avoid
injury and possible death, carefully read the message! Be sure to understand the causes of
possible injury or death.
Signal Word:
The Signal word is a distinctive word found on the safety decals on the machine and throughout
this manual that alerts the viewer to the existence and relative degree of the hazard.
The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremely
hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that could
result in high probability of death or irreparable injury if proper
precautions are not taken.
The signal word “WARNING” denotes that a hazard exists on or
near the machine that can result in injury or death if proper
precautions are not taken.
The signal word “CAUTION” is a reminder of safety practices on
or near the machine that could result in personal injury if
proper precautions are not taken.
Your safety and the safety of others depend significantly upon your knowledge and
understanding of all correct operating practices and procedures of this machine.
BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS
1. Become familiar with the safe operation of the ULV sprayer and the operator controls.
2. Never allow children to play with the machine. Never allow children to ride in a vehicle
sitting next to or on top of this machine.
3. Always wear appropriate clothing while operating, maintaining, servicing or calibrating
this machine. The wearing of such items as safety glasses, aprons, gloves, and safety