Husqvarna BP4E Owner's manual

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OWNER/OPERATOR
MANUAL
BACKPACK SPRAYER
WARNING
WARNING
This sprayer is not designed to
be used with acids of any kind,
corrosive products like caustic
soda, gasoline, materials
capable of generating heat, hot
uids, explosive or highly
volatile products.
USE OF THESE AND OTHERS
EXPOSE USERS TO SERIOUS
INJURY AND EVEN DEATH.
Before using our products,
please read this manual
carefully to understand the
proper use of your unit.
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SAFETY FIRST
Instructions contained in warnings within this manual and warning seals marked
with a symbol on the sprayer concern critical points which must be taken
into consideration to prevent possible serious bodily injury, and for this reason
you are requested to read all such instructions carefully and follow them without
fail.
Note that there may be times when warning seals peel off or become soiled and
impossible to read. If this happens, you should contact the dealer from which
you purchased the product to order new seals and afx the new seal(s) in the
required location(s).
NOTES ON TYPES OF WARNINGS
Instructions labeled as shown at left, concern critical steps or procedures
which must be followed in order to prevent accidents which could lead to
serious bodily injury or death.This mark is used to indicate instructions
which must be followed without exception.
IInstructions labeled as shown at left concern steps or procedures which, if not
followed correctly, could lead to mechanical failure, breakdown, or damage.
Used to label supplementary instructions designed to provide hints or directions
useful in the use of the product.
Contents
1. Parts location...................................................................3
2. Specications ..................................................................3
3. Warning labels on the machine .......................................3
4. For safe operation ...........................................................3
5. Set up ..............................................................................6
6. Pre Operation ..................................................................7
7. Operation.........................................................................7
8. Maintenance ...................................................................8
9. Storage ...........................................................................8
10. Disposal...........................................................................8
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1. Read this Sprayer Owner/Operator
Manual carefully. Be sure you
understand how to operate this unit
properly before you use it. Failure to
do so could result in serious injury.
2. Be sure to keep this manual handy
so that you may refer to it later
whenever any questions arise. Also
note that you are requested to
contact the dealer from whom you
purchased the product for
assistance in the event that you
have any questions which cannot be
answered herein.
3. Always be sure to include this
manual when selling, lending, or
otherwise transferring the
ownership of this product.
4. Do not lend or rent your machine
without the owner’s manual.
5. Be sure that anyone using your unit
understands the information
contained in this manual.
6. Never let a child under 13 years old
use the machine.
7. DO NOT use ammables in the
sprayer. They can ignite or explode
causing serious injury.
8. Always wear splash goggles and
protective gear and clothing when
lling, using and/or cleaning the
sprayer.
9. Oil the rubber cap gasket prior to
rst usage so the gasket will seal
properly.
10.Tighten all connections before using
the sprayer. Some may not he
properly secured and must be
tightened to prevent leakage.
2. Specications
3. Warning labels on the machine
Type ................................................................... Back Pack
Model Name....................................................... BP4E
Dimensions (LxWxH).......................... 530x360x210 (20.9x14.2x8.3) mm (in)
Dry Weight........................................................................... 5.2 (10.4) kg (lbs)
Tank capacity................................................................... 15.1 (4.0) litter (Gal)
Max. Pressure............................................................10.5 (150) kgf/cm (psi)
Working Pressure.......................................... 1.05 - 5.6 (15 - 80)kgf/cm (psi)
Sealed/O rings............................................................................. VITON/Nytril
Pump Type.....................................................Piston/Diaphragm/Agitation
Reparability............................................................................. YES
Tank Mouth .................................................................................................. 6”
Wand Type ...................................................................................... 20” Brass
Standard Nozzle .................................................................Adjustable Nozzle
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If warning label peel off or become soiled and impossible to read,
you should contact the dealer from which you purchased the
product to order new labels and afx them in the required
location(s).
Never modify your machine.
We will not warrant the machine, if you use the remodeled
machine or you don’t observe the proper usage written in the
manual.
“The distinctive tank shape is a registered trademark of SP
Systems’ afliate, US Sprayer Holding Co., LLC, and licensed
exclusively to SP Systems for use with SP Systems’ registered
“large mouth” trademarks.”
1. Tank
2. Pump
3. Lid (cap)
4. Shoulder Strap
5. Hose
6. Wand
7. Nozzle,
Spray Tip Set
1. Parts location 2. For safe operation
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BEFORE USING:
Oil cap gasket, oil check valve, and
keep breather hole clear of debris.
Your failure to oil and to clean check
valve, and to keep breather hole
opening to allow air into tank, can cause
tank to collapse and crack due to
vacuum created by the pump.
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1. Refrain from operating the sprayer if you
are tired, ill, or upset, or if you are under
the inuence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
2. To reduce the risk of injury when lling,
using and/or cleaning the sprayer, always
wear eye protection. Eye protection should
meet the requirements of ANSI Z87.1.
3. Always wear a mask or respirator when
lling, using and cleaning sprayer, if
recommended by the spray material
manufacturer.
4. Wear protective gear and clothing when
lling, using and cleaning the sprayer.
5. Wear sturdy rubber-soled shoes or shoes
with some other form of anti-slip protection
to help protect you against falling when
lling, using and/or cleaning the sprayer.
6. Do not wear loose clothing, scarves, neck
chains, hair longer than shoulder length,
and the like when lling, using and/or
cleaning the sprayer.
• When planning your work schedule, allow
plenty of time to rest. Limit the amount of
time over which the product is to be used
continuously to somewhere around 30 ~ 40
minutes per session, and take 10 ~ 20
minutes of rest between work sessions.
Also try to keep the total amount of work
performed in a single day under 2 hours or
less.
Hose clamps are not completely tight.
Please tighten hose clamps prior to using.
Hose clamps are left loose to extend life of
gaskets and ttings.
Oil cap gasket before using and lubricate
weekly so the gasket will seal properly
and prevent chemical leaks.
Oil check valve and keep breather
hole clear of debris. Your failure to oil may
cause the tank to collapse and crack
due to vacuum created by pump lubricate
with “3 and 1” oil.
1. Always inspect your sprayer thoroughly
before and after each use. Check to be
sure hose is securely attached and in
good condition before pressurizing the
tank.
2. Check the work area that the sprayer will
be used in and remove or cover all
valuables that may be damaged by using
sprayer.
3. To reduce the risk of injury,
• Watch out for children, pets, open
windows or freshly washed cars, and
spray safely away.
• Do not allow bystanders in work area.
• Do not point the sprayer nozzle in the
direction of people or pets.
• Pay attention to the direction of the
wind, do not work against the wind.
• Never use the sprayer during windy
conditions.
• Never point a sprayer nozzle toward an
open ame to avoid the possibility of
igniting the unit, causing injury to
yourself or damage to surroundings.
• Always release pressure in the pump
prior to lling, cleaning, or servicing the
sprayer.
• Before opening a container of pesticide
or other spray material, carefully read,
understand, and follow all instructions
on the label.
• Do not use ammable materials in the
sprayer: they can ignite and/or
explo de, causing serious injury.
• Never use caustic or corrosive materials
in the sprayer, which could result in
damage to the unit.
• In case of personal contamination:
remove contaminated clothing, remain
upright, do not consume liquids or
cause vomiting, and get professional
help immediately.
• Never attempt to pressurize the unit by
any other method than with the pump
module provided.
Never over-pressurize the unit.
• Do not eat, drink, or smoke while
spraying.
• Wash face and hands with soap and
water after spraying.
• Clean and rinse tank and spraying
assembly after each use to prevent
rystallizing, which would later cause
clogging and chemical damage to the
unit.
• Do not store sprayer under pressure,
or with spray solution in tank.
• Do not transfer spray materials to other
containers, especially, food and/or
drink containers.
4. For safe operation
WORKING CONDITION
WORKING PLAN
USING THE PRODUCT
Check and follow the local regulations.
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5. When replacing the any other part, or
any lubricant, always be sure to use only
Husqvarna products or products which
have been certied by Husqvarna for use
with the Husqvarna product.
6. In the event that any part must be
replaced or any maintenance or repair
work not described in this manual must
be performed, please contact a
Husqvarna authorized servicing dealer
for assistance.
7. Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those bearing the Husqvarna
mark and recommended for the unit.
8. Under no circumstances should you ever
take apart the product or alter it in any
way. Doing so might result in the product
becoming damaged during operation or
the product becoming unable to operate
properly.
• Keep spray materials locked up and
out of reach of children and animals.
• Use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts.
• As a rule, mix your chemicals in a
separate container from which to ll the
sprayer. Do not mix formulas inside the
sprayer. Where an exception is made
(e.g. with liquid fertilizers), ll sprayer
with water BEFORE adding the active
ingredient.
• Always sift formula through the screen.
If there is no built-in strainer, use a
screened funnel.
• Never ll the sprayer with hot liquids.
Max. 30°C, or 85°F.
• Never use gasoline or other ammable
materials.
• Before cleaning or servicing the
sprayer, allow all pressure to escape.
Do not store or transport sprayer under
pressure.
• After each use, wash the sprayer—
including hose, lance and shut-off
valve—with plenty of fresh water.
Unless spraying is to be continued
within hours,
drain chemical formula and thoroughly
rinse the tank and all liquid ducts.
• Never store chemicals in your sprayer
for any length of time
• Do not leave the sprayer in reach of
children or persons not qualied to
handle it in proper fashion.
• When not in use—and especially
during prolonged storage—keep your
sprayer in a protected place away from
direct solar heat.
• Make sure the spray hose loops freely
without kinking or squeezing.
4. After using sprayers and other
equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of
debris in trash receptacles.
1. In order to maintain your product in
proper working order, perform the
maintenance and checking operations
described in the manual at regular
intervals.
2. Examine the sprayer at intervals for
loose fasteners and rusted or damaged
parts.
Use special care for chemical leakage.
3. Clean and rinse tank and spraying
assembly after each use to prevent
crystallizing, which would later cause
clogging and chemical damage to the
unit.
4. All service except for those described in
this manual should be performed by
competent service personnel.
MAINTENANCE
TRANSPORTATION
• Clean and rinse tank and spraying
assembly after each use to prevent
crystallizing, which would later cause
clogging and chemical damage to the
unit.
• Drain the content from the tank before
transporting or storing the sprayer.
• Secure the unit carefully to prevent
movement when it is transported.
• A unit that receives a strong shock
during transport and unloading may
malfunction.
STORAGE
• Clean and rinse tank and spraying
assembly after each use to prevent
crystallizing, which would later cause
clogging and chemical damage to the
unit.
• Do not store sprayer under pressure,
or with spray solution in tank.
• When storing the sprayer, choose a
space indoors free from moisture and
out of the reach of children.
DISPOSAL
• When disposing of your machine, or
chemical, be sure to follow your local
regulations.
4. For safe operation
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