Hardi RANGER EAGLE User manual

RANGER
EAGLE
Original
Instruction book
67009300-110 - Version 1.10
GB - 06.2013
www.hardi-international.com

We congratulate you for choosing a HARDI plant protection product. The reliability and ef-
ficiency of this product depend upon your care. The first step is to carefully read and pay
attention to this instruction book. It contains essential information for the efficient use and
long life of this quality product.
The original instruction book is approved and published in English. All other languages are translations of the
original. In the event of any conflicts, inaccuracies or deviations between the English original and other languages
the English version shall prevail.
Illustrations, technical information and data in this book are to the best of our belief correct at the time of printing.
As it is HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S policy permanently to improve our products, we reserve the right to make
changes in design, features, accessories, specifications and maintenance instructions at any time and without
notice.
HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S is without any obligation in relation to implements purchased before or after such
changes.
HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S cannot undertake any responsibility for possible omissions or inaccuracies in this
publication, although everything possible has been done to make it complete and correct.
.As this instruction book covers more models and features or equipment, which are available in certain countries
only, please pay attention to paragraphs dealing with precisely your model.
Published and printed by HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S

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Table of Contents
1 - EC Declaration
EC Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................................7
2 - Safety notes
Operator safety .....................................................................................................................................9
Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Precautions ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Label explanation ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
3 - Description
General info .........................................................................................................................................13
Sprayer use .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Roadworthiness ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Tanks and equipment ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Frame .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
View ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Identification plates ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Liquid system ......................................................................................................................................17
Pump .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Valves and symbols ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Electrical operated MANIFOLD valves (optional) ............................................................................................................................ 19
Control unit ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
EVC control unit ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Filters ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
CycloneFilter (optional) ................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
TurboFiller (optional) ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Diagram - EVC Liquid system with optional extras ........................................................................................................................ 22
Boom ...................................................................................................................................................23
Boom and terminology ................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Equipment ...........................................................................................................................................24
SelfSteer (optional) ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Step .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Platform ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Tank level indicator ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 25
Nozzle pressure gauge .................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Safety locker (optional) .................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
External Cleaning Device (optional) ........................................................................................................................................................ 25
4 - Sprayer setup
General info .........................................................................................................................................27
Before putting the sprayer into operation .......................................................................................................................................... 27
Unloading the sprayer from the truck ................................................................................................................................................... 27
Support leg ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Jack up the sprayer ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 28
Transmission shaft ..............................................................................................................................29
Operator safety ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
P.T.O. installation .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 29
Mechanical connections ......................................................................................................................30
Drawbars .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
SelfSteer (optional) ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Hose package support ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Hydraulic systems ...............................................................................................................................32
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 32
Requirements - tractor (SPB/SPC model) ............................................................................................................................................. 32
Open centre hydraulics (optional) ........................................................................................................................................................... 33
Electrical connections ..........................................................................................................................34
Installation of control unit brackets ......................................................................................................................................................... 34
Power supply ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Speed transducer for sprayer ...................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Road safety kit ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35

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Transport .............................................................................................................................................36
Adjusting boom transport position ......................................................................................................................................................... 36
Track gauge, axles and wheels ............................................................................................................37
Altering the track width .................................................................................................................................................................................. 37
Liquid system ......................................................................................................................................39
Adjustment of EVC operating unit ........................................................................................................................................................... 39
5 - Operation
Boom ...................................................................................................................................................41
Safety info ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 41
Manoeuvring of the boom - Y-versions ................................................................................................................................................ 41
Manoeuvring of the boom - Z-versions ................................................................................................................................................ 42
Equipment ...........................................................................................................................................43
SelfSteer (optional) ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 43
Driving technique for SelfSteer .................................................................................................................................................................. 43
Liquid system ......................................................................................................................................44
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 44
Filling/washing location requirements ................................................................................................................................................. 44
Filling of water ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Filling through tank lid .................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Filling of rinsing tank (optional) ................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Filling of clean water tank .............................................................................................................................................................................. 45
External Filling Device (optional) ............................................................................................................................................................... 46
Safety precautions - crop protection chemicals .............................................................................................................................. 47
Filling chemicals through tank lid ............................................................................................................................................................ 47
Filling liquid chemicals by HARDI TurboFiller (optional) ............................................................................................................ 48
Filling powder chemicals by HARDI TurboFiller (optional) ....................................................................................................... 50
TurboFiller rinsing ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 52
Agitation before resuming a spray job .................................................................................................................................................. 52
Parking the sprayer ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 53
Operating the control unit while spraying ......................................................................................................................................... 53
Quick reference - Operation ......................................................................................................................................................................... 54
Cleaning ...............................................................................................................................................55
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 55
Quick reference - Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................................ 56
Cleaning the tank and liquid system ...................................................................................................................................................... 56
Cleaning and maintenance of filters ....................................................................................................................................................... 57
Use of rinsing tank and rinsing nozzles (optional) ......................................................................................................................... 57
BoomFlush (optional) ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Technical residue ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 58
Using the drain valve ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 59
6 - Maintenance
Lubrication ..........................................................................................................................................61
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 61
Recommended lubricants ............................................................................................................................................................................. 61
Boom lubrication & oiling plan ................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Trailer lubrication & oiling plan .................................................................................................................................................................. 62
P.T.O. lubrication & oiling plan .................................................................................................................................................................... 62
Service and Maintenance intervals .....................................................................................................63
10 hours service - Spraying circuit ............................................................................................................................................................ 63
10 hours service - In-Line filter (optional) ............................................................................................................................................ 63
10 hours service - Cyclone Filter ................................................................................................................................................................ 64
10 hours service - Brakes (optional) ......................................................................................................................................................... 64
10 hours service - Brakes air tank (optional) ....................................................................................................................................... 64
50 hours service - Transmission shaft ..................................................................................................................................................... 65
50 hours service - Air brakes (optional) ................................................................................................................................................. 65
50 hours service - Tyre pressure ................................................................................................................................................................. 65
50 hours service - Wheel nuts ..................................................................................................................................................................... 65

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250 hours service - Hydraulic circuit ....................................................................................................................................................... 65
250 hours service - Hoses and tubes ...................................................................................................................................................... 65
250 hours service - Readjustment of the boom .............................................................................................................................. 66
250 hours service - Hydraulic brakes (optional) ............................................................................................................................... 66
250 hours service - Inspect parking brake (optional) ................................................................................................................... 66
250 hours service - Brake adjustment (optional) ............................................................................................................................. 66
250 hours service - Air brake filters (optional) ................................................................................................................................... 67
250 hours service - Wheel bearings ......................................................................................................................................................... 67
1000 hours service - Wheel bearings (No brakes) ........................................................................................................................... 68
1000 hours service - Wheel bearings and brakes ............................................................................................................................ 68
Occasional maintenance ......................................................................................................................70
Pump valves and diaphragms renewal ................................................................................................................................................. 70
Pump valves and diaphragms renewal ................................................................................................................................................. 71
Cone check/renewal for pressure regulation valve ....................................................................................................................... 71
Cone check/renewal for EVC distribution valve .............................................................................................................................. 72
Level indicator adjustment ........................................................................................................................................................................... 72
Level indicator wire renewal ........................................................................................................................................................................ 72
Drain valve seal renewal ................................................................................................................................................................................. 73
Adjustment of 3-way valve ........................................................................................................................................................................... 73
Nozzle tubes and fittings ............................................................................................................................................................................... 74
Shield renewal on transmission shaft ..................................................................................................................................................... 74
Replacement of transmission shaft cross journals ......................................................................................................................... 74
Change of bulbs .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 74
Change of tyre ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 75
Wear bushing renewal on steering ......................................................................................................................................................... 75
Safety valve activation ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 75
Slanting indicator adjustment (optional) ............................................................................................................................................. 75
Readjustment boom - general info ......................................................................................................................................................... 76
Alignment of centre and inner wing sections .................................................................................................................................. 76
Alignment of inner and outer wing sections .................................................................................................................................... 77
Breakaway section adjustment .................................................................................................................................................................. 77
Adjusting the front fold cable ..................................................................................................................................................................... 78
Adjusting rear cable .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 78
Adjusting centre section cables ................................................................................................................................................................. 79
Check/adjust sprocket timing (SPB only) ............................................................................................................................................. 79
Adjusting boom level to ground .............................................................................................................................................................. 80
Yaw damping ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 80
Wear bushing renewal on boom lift ....................................................................................................................................................... 81
Shock absorbers ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 81
Shield renewal on transmission shaft ..................................................................................................................................................... 81
Replacement of transmission shaft cross journals ......................................................................................................................... 81
Off-season storage ..............................................................................................................................82
Off-season storage program ........................................................................................................................................................................ 82
7 - Fault finding
Operational problems .........................................................................................................................85
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 85
Liquid system ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 86
Hydraulic system - Z model .......................................................................................................................................................................... 87
Hydraulic system - Y model .......................................................................................................................................................................... 87
Mechanical problems ..........................................................................................................................88
Mechanical issues ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 88
Emergency operation - Liquid system ................................................................................................................................................... 88
8 - Technical specifications
Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................89
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 89
Overall dimensions ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 89
Weight ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 89

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Specifications ......................................................................................................................................90
Pump model 1303/9.0 ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 90
Pump model 363/10.0 ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 90
Tank specifications ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 90
Filters and nozzles .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 90
Tyre specifications .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 90
Temperature and pressure ranges ........................................................................................................................................................... 91
Materials and recycling .......................................................................................................................92
Disposal of the sprayer .................................................................................................................................................................................... 92
Electrical connections ..........................................................................................................................93
Rear lights ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 93
Electrical connections for SPRAY II ........................................................................................................................................................... 93
EVC junction box ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 94
Charts ..................................................................................................................................................95
Boom hydraulic - Z ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 95
Boom hydraulic - Y ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 95
Index
Index ....................................................................................................................................................97

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1 - EC Declaration
EC Declaration of Conformity
As manufacturer:
HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S
Helgeshøj Allé 38
DK 2630 Taastrup
DENMARK
hereby declare that the following product(s):
- Fulfils all the relevant provisions of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, 2009/127/EC and later amendments
- All the relevant provisions of Council Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC)
Taastrup, 02.05. 2011
Lars Bentsen
Vice president, Product development
HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S
RANGER EAGLE (SPB-Y/SPB-Z and SPC-Y/SPC-Z)

1 - EC Declaration
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2 - Safety notes
Operator safety
Symbols
These symbols are used throughout the book to designate where the reader needs to pay extra attention. The four symbols
have following meaning.
€This symbol means DANGER. Be very alert as your safety is involved!
±This symbol means WARNING. Be alert as your safety can be involved!
μThis symbol means ATTENTION. This guides to better, easier and more safe operation of your sprayer!
÷This symbol means NOTE.
Precautions
Note the following recommended precautions and safe operating practices before using the sprayer.
General info
€Read and understand this instruction book before using the equipment. It is equally important that other operators
of this equipment read and understand this book.
If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it, contact your HARDI dealer for further
explanation before using the equipment.
€Local law may demand that the operator is certified to use spray equipment. Adhere to the law.
€Tractor driver’s seat is the intended working place during operation.
€Wear protective clothing. Clothing may differ depending on chemical being sprayed. Adhere to local law.
Wash and change clothes after spraying. Wash tools if they have become contaminated.
€Do not eat, drink or smoke while spraying or working with contaminated equipment.
In case of poisoning, immediately seek medical advice. Remember to identify chemicals used.
Filling and spraying
€No persons are allowed in the operation area of the sprayer. Be careful not to hit people or surroundings when
manoeuvring the sprayer, especially when reversing.
€Slow down when driving in uneven terrain as the machine might be in risk of turning over.
€Keep children away from the equipment!
€Do not attempt to enter the tank.
€Do not go under any part of the sprayer unless it is secured. The boom is secured when placed in the transport
brackets.
Service
€Pressure test with clean water prior to filling with chemicals. Never dismount the hoses if the machine is in operation.
DANGER! Do not exceed the P.T.O. max. recommended r.p.m.

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€Rinse and wash equipment after use and before servicing.
€Never service or repair the equipment while it is operating. Always replace all safety devices or shields immediately
after servicing.
€Disconnect electrical power before servicing and depressurize equipment after use and before servicing.
€If an arc welder is used on the equipment or anything connected to the equipment, disconnect power leads before
welding. Remove all inflammable or explosive material from the area.
€The External Cleaning Device should not be used if important parts of the equipment have been damaged, including
safety devices, high pressure hoses, etc.
Label explanation
The labels are designating potentially dangerous places on the machine. Anybody working with or being in close range of
the sprayer must respect these labels!
The labels should always be clean and readable! Worn or damaged labels must be replaced with new ones. Contact your
local dealer for new labels.
÷Note that not all labels shown here will apply to your sprayer.
Tank under pressure!
Beware when moving lid.
Grapping area!
Manual handling of boom etc
Service!
Carefully read operator’s instruction book
before handling the machine. Observe
instructions and safety rules when operating.
Risk of squeeze!
Stay clear of raised unsecured loads.
Chemical handling!
Carefully read the information about chemical
preparation before handling the machine.
Observe instructions and safety rules when
operating.
Risk of death!
Do not attempt to enter tank.
Risk of injury!
Keep sufficient distance away from electrical
power.
Not for drinking!
This water must not be used for drinking
water.

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Not for drinking!
This water must not be used for drinking
water.
Lifting point!
Service!
Shut off engine and remove ignition key
before performing maintenance or repair.
Risk of squeeze!
Never reach into the crushing danger area as
long as parts may move.
Service!
Tighten with torque according to instruction
book.
Risk of falling off!
Do not ride on platform or ladder.
Risk of injury!
Keep hands away.
Risk of sprayer tipping over!
Be aware when disconnecting the sprayer.
Risk of injury!
Do not open or remove safety shields while
engine is running.
Risk of burn!
Stay clear of hot surfaces.
Risk of squeeze!
Keep hands away, when parts are moving.
Risk of injury!
Flying objects, keep safe distance from
machine as long as the engine is running.

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3 - Description
General info
Sprayer use
The HARDI sprayer is for the application of crop protection chemicals and liquid fertilisers. The equipment must only be used
for this purpose. It is not allowed to use the sprayer for any other purposes. If no local law demands that the operator must
be certified to use spray equipment, it is strongly recommended to be trained in correct plant protection and in safe
handling of plant protection chemicals to avoid unnecessary risk for persons and the environment when doing your spray
job.
Roadworthiness
When driving on public roads and other areas where the highway code applies, or areas with special rules and regulations
for marking and lights on implements, you should observe these and equip implements accordingly.
μATTENTION! Max. driving speed for models without brakes and for models equipped with brakes is different. Be aware
that these speeds may differ due to local law. Contact local authorities for information of max. driving speeds!
Tanks and equipment
The main tank made of impact-proof, UV-resistant and chemical resistant polyethylene, has a purposeful design with no
sharp corners for easy cleaning. The filling hole is placed so it can be accessed from the platform. This ensures an easy access
for the filling of sprays, cleaning of the tank, etc. The sprayer is also equipped with a rinsing tank and a clean water tank. An
optional large, easy to read tank contents indicator can be placed beside the platform and is visible from the tractor cabin.
Nominal contents 2500 litres.
Frame
Very strong and compact frame which also has a strong chemical and weather resistant electrostatic lacquer coat. Screws,
nuts, etc. have been DELTA-MAGNI treated to be resistant to corrosion.

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View
1. Main tank lid
2. Tank level indicator
3. Spray pressure gauge
4. SafetyLocker
5. Support leg
6. Pump
7. Hitch
8. Step
9. Suction filter
10. Suction valve
11. External Filling Device valve
12. Agitation valve
13. Pressure valve
14. Cyclone filter
15. TurboFiller valves
16. TurboFiller
17. Rinse tank lid
18. Drain valve handle
19. Clean water tank lid

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20. Distribution valves
21. Main tank
22. External Cleaning Device hose reel
23. Handbrake
24. Air brakes tank

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Identification plates
An identification plate fitted on the frame indicates producer name,
model, own weight, max height, max pressure of the hydraulic system (if
fitted) and max pressure of the spray liquid system.
Frame, boom centre frame and other main steel components have
identification plates indicating type and part number. (not illustrated)
REFERENCE NO: is the main reference number of the complete machine.
CE identification plate fitted on the frame indicates producer name,
model and a serial number for the sprayer.
HARDI-INTERNATIONAL AS
REFERENCE NO.:

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Liquid system
Pump
Diaphragm pump with 3 diaphragms, model 1303 or diaphragm pump with 6 diaphragms, model 363. Standard = 540 r.p.m.
(6 splines shaft). The design of the diaphragm pump is simple, with easily accessible diaphragms and valves which ensures
liquid does not contact the vital parts of the pump.
Valves and symbols
The valves at the valve system are distinguished by coloured
identification on the function labels. Symbols corresponding to every
possible function of use are located on the discs for easy identification
and operation. The modular MANIFOLD system facilitates the addition
of optional extras on both pressure side and suction side. Furthermore
the suction manifold can be fitted with a return valve which ensures
better draining of the sprayer before cleaning. A function is activated by
turning the handle towards the desired function. The valves are:
A. Pressure valve
B. Agitation valve (optional equipment)
C. External filling device valve (optional equipment)
D. Suction valve
μATTENTION! If a valve is too tight to operate - or to loose (= liquid
leakage) - the valve needs to be serviced. Please see the section
‘Maintenance’ for further information.
(A) Pressure valve
This valve is to select which function the pressurized liquid from the pump will be routed to.
The active function is indicated by the indicator. The handle is turned so the indicator points to the label for required
function. If handle is turned to a position without label (unused function) then the valve is closed.
(B) Agitation valve
With the adjustable Agitation valve it is possible to combine spraying with a high volume rate at high pressure with agitation
at the same time, i.e. possible to continously adjust the amount of fluid from the pump that is used for agitation in the tank
and for spraying.
The valve is marked with an arrow on the disc that indicates the amount of liquid that passes through the valve. If the handle
is turned to a position near the tip of the arrow, then only a small amount of liquid is allowed to pass the valve resulting to
a lesser extent of agitation. Otherwise if the handle is turned to a position in the wide end of the arrow then a large amount
of liquid will pass the valve resulting to a large extent of agitation.
Examples on handle positions at different agitation quantities:
1. Handle is in the “widest end of arrow” position (full open).
Agitation quantity is 100%.
Filling of main tank with
TurboFiller
Spraying
Adjustable Agitation Tank rinsing nozzle

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2. Handle is positioned at the middle of the arrow. Agitation quantity
is 50%.
3. Handle is positioned in closed position. Agitation quantity is 0%.
(C) External Filling Device valve
The valve is used when filling from an external tank or reservoir.
Activating valve starts/stops the filling proces. Note that the suction valve must be closed for maximum filling capacity.
(D) Suction valve
This valve is to select from where the pump sucks the liquid.
The handle is turned so the label for required function is directed to the indicator. If handle is turned to vertical position
(indicator not pointing at a label) then the valve is closed.
Suction from external tank
Suction from main tank Suction from rinsing tank

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Electrical operated MANIFOLD valves (optional)
One or more MANIFOLD valve(s) can be electrically operated via a control box in the tractor cabin. These can only be
operated manually if the power to the valve motor is disconnected.
Control unit
The sprayer is equipped with an EVC control unit.
The system is based on EVC - Electrical Valve Control. The ON/OFF is linked to the section valves, which is results in a very
quick response to ON/OFF. The operating unit is constructed of modules and is electrically controlled via a remote control
box.
With HARDI-MATIC that ensures a constant liquid volume per hectare (l/ha) at varying forward speed within the same gear
when the number of P.T.O. revolutions are between 300-600 r/min.
EVC control unit
EVC - Electrical Valve Control. The ON/OFF is linked to the section valves, which results in a very quick response to ON/OFF.
The operating unit is of modular design and is electrically controlled via a remote control box. The unit has a built-in HARDI
MATIC.
Filters
A suction filter is fitted on the sprayers left side, just in front of the MANIFOLD valves and is indicated with red hose tail.
A Cyclone pressure filter is fitted to the sprayers left side just behind the MANIFOLD valves. It has a built-in self-cleaning
function.
In-line pressure filters can be fitted at each boom section as an option.
Nozzle filters are fitted at each nozzle.
All filters should always be in use and their function checked regularly. Pay attention to the correct combination of filter and
mesh size (see “Spray Technique” book).

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CycloneFilter (optional)
With the CycloneFilter any impurities in the spray liquid will by-pass the
filter and be re-circulated back to the tank via the return flow.
Function diagram
1. Filter lid
2. From pump
3. To boom
4. Return to tank
5. Return valve
Valve (5) has three positions marked with small dots on the lever:
A. This position marked with 1 dot: There is no return flow. Position is
used when rinsing the boom if there is spray liquid in the main
tank. Also used when high spraying volume is required.
B. This position marked with 2 dots: Normal spraying position. With
return flow to prevent filter is going to be clogged when spraying.
This position is used when rinsing the boom if the main tank is empty.
C. This position marked with 3 dots: Flushing position which is used if filter is clogged. Lift and hold the lever to use this
position which largely increases return flow and flushes the filter. The top green pressure valve must be set to
“Spraying”.
μATTENTION! Use of position C is no guarantee for a clean filter. Always regularly do a visual inspection and cleaning
of the filter. If necessary see “10 hours service - Cyclone Filter” on page 64.
€DANGER! Never open the Cyclone filter unless the top green
pressure manifold valve and bottom black suction manifold valve
are both closed (turned to the unused position). Otherwise,
spraying liquid may hit you when opening the filter, and drain
from the main tank!