Lance Lab 8 m Telescopic Lance Series User manual

Lance Lab Ltd™ ∙ C2 Strangford Business Park ∙ Ards Business Centre
Jubilee Road ∙ Newtownards ∙ County Down ∙ BT23 4YH ∙ United Kingdom
www.lancelab.com
Operating Manual: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
(14.02.15)
Telescopic Lance with 8m Working Height!
TM
READ MANUAL BEFORE USE.
Specificaon:
• 7 secons, 7.1m lance + tubing kit (8m)
• A compact 1.3m tough carriage case.
• 25cm flexi p is easily bent to the
required angle.
• 10cm high viz yellow sight p.
• A Spray Nozzle Kit is available for
Liquid Spraying.
Descripon:
• Allows precision dusng at height.
• Lance has a working height of 1.5m to 8m.
• Reduces treatment me.
• Reduces the need for access equipment.
• Reduces the risk of injury from using
ladders.
XL 8 D
Telescopic Lance with 8m working height!
UK & Ireland Distributors for XL 8 Lances
Lance Lab Ltd™
C2 Strangford Park
Ards Business Centre
Jubilee Road, Newtownards
County Down, BT23 4YH
www.lancelab.com
028 9181 8313
Bendable Flexi Nozzle
Aaches to DR 5
Flat fan liquid nozzle.
(Sold separately).
Cone spray liquid nozzle.
(Sold separately).
DR 5 dusting.
Attaches to DR 5 and Birchmeier
sprayers.

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Manual contents: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
Contents list .......................................................................................[3]
Safety information .............................................................................[4]
Assembly instructions ........................................................................[5]
Assembly instructions ........................................................................[6]
Assembly instructions ........................................................................[7]
Assembly instructions ........................................................................[8]
Prolonging your lance’s life ................................................................[9]
Maintenance ....................................................................................[10]
Maintenance ....................................................................................[11]
Maintenance ....................................................................................[12]
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................[13]
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................[14]
Lance Lab Ltd™
C2 Strangford Park
Ards Business Centre
Jubilee Road
Newtownards
BT23 4YH
United Kingdom
T: (0)28 9181 8313
E: [email protected]
W: www.lancelab.com

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Contents list: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
Reference Description Quantity
1Section 1 1
2 Section 2 1
3 Section 3 1
4 Section 4 1
5 Section 5 1
6 Section 6 1
7 Section 7 1
Reference Description Quantity
A Safety Pin 1
B Heavy Duty Carry Case 1
D 8m Hose Kit 1
EFlexi-tip 1
FRubber End Foot 1
GCompression Fitting 6mm 1
H Safety Cap 1
I Connection Nipple G1/4”
Outside
1
JSafety Cap 2
K Flexible Tip Gasket 1
LSafety Cap 3
Lieferumfang: XL 8 D Teleskop-Lanze (ohne DR 5)
Contents list: XL 8 D Telescopic lance (without DR 5)
Contenu de la livraison: XL 8 D lance télescopique (sans DR 5)
Contenuto: XL 8 D Lancia telescopica (senza DR 5)
Art.-Nr.
Parts number
No. d’article
N. articolo
Bezeichnung
Description
Désignation
Denominazione
Stück
Quantity
Pièce
Quantita
1 Rohrsegment 1 / Tube section 1 / Segment de tube 1 / Sezione tubolare 1 1
2 Rohrsegment 2 / Tube section 2 / Segment de tube 2 / Sezione tubolare 2 1
3 Rohrsegment 3 / Tube section 3 / Segment de tube 3 / Sezione tubolare 3 1
4 Rohrsegment 4 / Tube section 4 / Segment de tube 4 / Sezione tubolare 4 1
5 Rohrsegment 5 / Tube section 5 / Segment de tube 5 / Sezione tubolare 5 1
6 Rohrsegment 6 / Tube section 6 / Segment de tube 6 / Sezione tubolare 6 1
7 Rohrsegment 7 / Tube section 7 / Segment de tube 7 / Sezione tubolare 7 1
A Sicherheitsstift / Safety pin / Goupille de sécurité / Perno di sicurezza 1
B Tragtasche / Carry case / Sac de porter / Custodia per il transporto 1
D Schlauch-Set 8 m / 8 m hose set / Set de tuyau 8 m / Set di tubo 8 m 1
E Spitze biegbar / Flexible tip / Bout flexible / Punta flessibile 1
F Gummifuss / Rubber end foot / Pied en caoutchouc / Piede in gomma 1
G Steckanschluss 6 mm / Compression fitting 6 mm / Connecteur de 6 mm / Raccordo a compressione 6 mm 1
H Schutzkappe / Safety cap / Capuchon de protection / Tappo di sicurezza 1
I Anschluss G1/4” aussen / Connection nipple G1/4“ outside / Raccordo G1/4” esterno 1
J Schutzkappe / Safety cap / Capuchon de protection / Tappo di sicurezza 2
K Markierungsschlauch / Flexible tip gasket / Tuyau marquage / Guarnizione di marcaggio 1
L Schutzkappe / Safety cap / Capuchon de protection / Tappo di sicurezza 3
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG • Im Stetterfeld 1 • 5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
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2
5
3
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B
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6
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For detailed videos containing tips on using your XL 8 lance see
www.lancelab.com.

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Safety information: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
Warning:
3.1. During transport ensure equipment is stored in protective carry case.
3.2. Do not operate the appliance when other people are in the workspace.
3.3. Store equipment and chemicals in a safe place, with end- caps and plugs in place, away from children and
animals.
3.4. When the lance is passed onto third parties, it must be accompanied by the operating instructions.
3.5. Please observe during operation, that the application of pesticides/ insecticides is accordance with any
statutory protection acts.
3.6. Use of the lance against or during strong wind may cause damage.
Application:
2.1. The equipment can be used to spray the industry recognised insecticides, pesticides, weed killers and liquid
fertilizers, as used in the home, in the garden, on the farm, or in vineyards. Do not use oils.
Safety Guidelines:
4.1. Make sure that the product you wish to apply is suitable for this equipment. The data safety and handling
instructions provided by the chemical manufacturer must be noted and observed. The use of chemicals is
entirely at the user’s own risk. Should you have any doubts in this respect please contact the distributor where
you purchased your product.
4.2. The lance must not be used with oil substances, caustic substances (e.g. disinfectants or impregnating liquids
which attack the skin or materials), corrosive substances (acids) or highly ammable or combustible substances.
4.3. Before each use, check to ensure that the lance has been correctly assembled, and that it is in a functional
and undamaged condition. Damaged parts must never be used.
4.4. To the knowledge of the producer, at the time of manufacturing the unit, the approved pesticide/ insecticide
will cause no damage to the materials used to create the appliance.
Safety Regulations:
1.1. Please read the instruction manual carefully before operating this equipment for the rst time.
1.2. Please observe the safety and warning regulations!
1.3. Failure to observe these regulations will exempt the manufacturer of all liability.
1.4. Keep the operating instructions in a safe place.
1.5. Failure to comply with the safety instructions and warnings can lead to serious injury or death of persons.
Lance Lab Ltd™
C2 Strangford Park
Ards Business Centre
Jubilee Road
Newtownards
BT23 4YH
United Kingdom
T: (0)28 9181 8313
E: [email protected]
W: www.lancelab.com

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Assembly instructions: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
1. Remove lance from carry case and
remove tubing from pocket.
Inspect for damage before each use. Do
not use damaged equipment!
Montageanleitung Teleskop-Lanze XL 8 D
Assembly instruction for telescopic lance XL 8 D
Instruction de montage pour lance télescopique XL 8 D
Istruzioni di montaggio per lancia telescopica XL 8 D
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG •Im Stetterfeld 1 •5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
max. 3 bar
< 3 m
5-10 sec
(19.07.13)
3. Remove the top section from the lance.
To prevent contamination ensure hoses are tted properly by pulling on
each end before use and the dust plug is in place correctly after use.
To release dust plug / hose from the
push t connector press down the
tab; whilst doing this pull the plug/
hose to remove from the connector.
To attach hose / plug to the push t
connector simply push in to place.
For detailed videos on the
using push t connectors see
www.lancelab.com.
Montageanleitung Teleskop-Lanze XL 8 D
Assembly instruction for telescopic lance XL 8 D
Instruction de montage pour lance télescopique XL 8 D
Istruzioni di montaggio per lancia telescopica XL 8 D
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG •Im Stetterfeld 1 •5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
max. 3 bar
< 3 m
5-10 sec
(19.07.13)
2. Remove end cap from the lance.
4. Remove the yellow plug from
the push t connector. Store in
carry case pocket to be re tted
after use, this prevents moisture
entering tubes when not in use,
reducing likely-hood of blockage.

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Assembly instructions: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
Montageanleitung Teleskop-Lanze XL 8 D
Assembly instruction for telescopic lance XL 8 D
Instruction de montage pour lance télescopique XL 8 D
Istruzioni di montaggio per lancia telescopica XL 8 D
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG •Im Stetterfeld 1 •5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
max. 3 bar
< 3 m
5-10 sec
(19.07.13)
To avoid damage do not bend the exi-tip
sharply!
5. Straighten hose kit by gently pulling to
remove memory and screw black connector into
sprayer trigger; then connect the tubing to the push
t connector from top section of the lance.
7. Remove the dust cap from the
exi-tip, then extend the exi-tip
and lock in place by twisting.
Ensure to guide the push t
connector inside the top section
(7) before extending the exi-tip
to avoid catching the push t
connector on the top section (7)
and disconnecting the hose.
6. Push the top section through the lance
and pull through to begin extending the
lance for use.

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Assembly instructions: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
Montageanleitung Teleskop-Lanze XL 8 D
Assembly instruction for telescopic lance XL 8 D
Instruction de montage pour lance télescopique XL 8 D
Istruzioni di montaggio per lancia telescopica XL 8 D
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG •Im Stetterfeld 1 •
5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
max. 3 bar
< 3 m
5-10 sec
(19.07.13)
8. Extend and twist to lock each section. Do not
pull sections out too forcefully as joints can be
over extended.
Montageanleitung Teleskop-Lanze XL 8 D
Assembly instruction for telescopic lance XL 8 D
Instruction de montage pour lance télescopique XL 8 D
Istruzioni di montaggio per lancia telescopica XL 8 D
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG •Im Stetterfeld 1 •5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
max. 3 bar
< 3 m
5-10 sec
(19.07.13)
Always extend and retract the pole
in a vertical position. Take care to twist
and unlock each section joint when
retracting.
Do not impact end of lance on the ground
when retracting! Twist and push to release
each section, ensuring the lance remains
in the upright position.
Montageanleitung Teleskop-Lanze XL 8 D
Assembly instruction for telescopic lance XL 8 D
Instruction de montage pour lance télescopique XL 8 D
Istruzioni di montaggio per lancia telescopica XL 8 D
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG •Im Stetterfeld 1 •5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
max. 3 bar
< 3 m
5-10 sec
(19.07.13)
Montageanleitung Teleskop-Lanze XL 8 D
Assembly instruction for telescopic lance XL 8 D
Instruction de montage pour lance télescopique XL 8 D
Istruzioni di montaggio per lancia telescopica XL 8 D
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG •Im Stetterfeld 1 •
5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
max. 3 bar
< 3 m
5-10 sec
(19.07.13)
9. When dusting ensure duster
is pressurised to 3 bar to ensure
efcient product application. Dust
blockages can occur from low
pressures usage. Bar pressures
up to 6 bar can be used for liquid
spraying.
Remove the cap from the
safety pin, push through hole
above rubber foot and ret
yellow cap
Montageanleitung Teleskop-Lanze XL 8 D
Assembly instruction for telescopic lance XL 8 D
Instruction de montage pour lance télescopique XL 8 D
Istruzioni di montaggio per lancia telescopica XL 8 D
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG •Im Stetterfeld 1 •
5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
max. 3 bar
< 3 m
5-10 sec
(19.07.13)
Ensure the safety pin is in place
when the lance is being used at
lengths of less than 3m.
10. Use lance to apply dust. Press
trigger for short burst to release
product.
Montageanleitung Teleskop-Lanze XL 8 D
Assembly instruction for telescopic lance XL 8 D
Instruction de montage pour lance télescopique XL 8 D
Istruzioni di montaggio per lancia telescopica XL 8 D
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG •Im Stetterfeld 1 •
5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
max. 3 bar
< 3 m
5-10 sec
(19.07.13)

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Assembly instructions: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
Do not use during electrical storms or
during strong winds.
Montageanleitung Teleskop-Lanze XL 8 D
Assembly instruction for telescopic lance XL 8 D
Instruction de montage pour lance télescopique XL 8 D
Istruzioni di montaggio per lancia telescopica XL 8 D
Birchmeier Sprühtechnik AG •Im Stetterfeld 1 •
5608 Stetten
www.birchmeier.com
max. 3 bar
< 3 m
5-10 sec
(19.07.13)
To avoid electrocution do not use lance
near over head power cables.
Assembly of liquid nozzles: (Sold separately)
Flat fan liquid nozzle.
Cone spray liquid nozzle.
To prevent contamination ensure liquid nozzles are tted properly by
pulling before use and the dust cap is in place correctly after use.
To release a liquid nozzle from the exi-tip
remove the retainer clip and press the in
tab; whilst doing this pull the liquid nozzle
to remove from the connector.
To attach a liquid nozzle to the exi-tip of
XL 8 (nozzle sold seperatly) simply push
in to place on the exi-tip.
For detailed videos on the using liquid
nozzles see www.lancelab.com.
Liquid nozzles are tted using the same procedure as
the push t connector of an XL 8 tubing kit.
* Do not use the same tubing kit, top section or exi-tip for dusting and
spraying. Purchase additional tubing and exi - tip kit.

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Prolonging your lance’s life: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
Storage places to avoid:
1. Areas subjected to rain, high humidity or dirty environments.
2. In direct sunlight, or places of extreme heat such as a closed car on a hot summers
day or extremely cold environments.
3. Places which experience strong vibrations.
4. Moisture will cause clogging of dust that can cause a blockage. Store your lance in
dry conditions.
5. When storing your lance for long periods of time, empty the DR 5 and connect the
XL 8 lance, pressurise the DR 5 to 3 bar and release air through DR 5 and XL 8
lance clearing all dust.
Caring for your XL 8:
1. Use a soft brush or soft, dry cloth to remove dust from the XL 8 Lance, hose and
carry case.
2. Do not scratch hard objects against the XL 8.
3. The product should be cleaned with a soft, dry cloth only. Do not use volatile
substances or cleaning products as these can cause damage.
Tips for using your XL 8:
1. A golf ball can be dropped into the compression chamber of the DR 5 sprayer to mix
the dust and reduce compacting.
2. Always ensure to use DR 5 duster at the recommended 3 bar pressure to provide
sufcient pressure to prevent dust blockages.
3. To clear dust from the tubing, after each use keep the pole in a vertical position,
press the trigger fully whilst pulling the DR 5 pressure release valve at the same
time to remove excess dust from the system.
4. Purchase a dust unblocking tool and keep in your carry case (see Page 12).
Lance Lab Ltd™
C2 Strangford Park
Ards Business Centre
Jubilee Road
Newtownards
BT23 4YH
United Kingdom
T: (0)28 9181 8313
E: [email protected]
W: www.lancelab.com

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Maintenance Instructions: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
For detailed videos on the maintenance and tips on use see www.lancelab.com.
1. Remove the top section (7) from
the lance.
Ensure the lance is disconnected from any equipment before
carrying out any maintenance procedure.
2. With the tip extended in the
normal working position remove the
dust cap and gasket with a pulling
motion and save for reuse.
4. Remove the push t
connector and save for reuse.
3. Pull the broken exi-tip through
the top section (7).
5. Straighten the replacement exi-
tip and gently push into the top
section (7). When tip appears, pull
through from the top end into the
normal working position.
To avoid damage straighten the
new exi-tip before inserting
into top section (7).
6. With the tip extended in the
normal working position replace
the gasket and dust cap by using a
gentle pushing motion.
E. Insert the top section (7) back into
the lance.
Fitting a replacement exi-tip:

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Maintenance Instructions: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
1. To replace pole sections remove
the rubber foot from the XL 8 with
a pulling and twisting motion or
simply cut off with a knife. Replace
the required section then re-attach
the rubber foot by pushing rmly into
place. (a new rubber foot is supplied
with each section).
7. Retract the exi - tip and
re-attach the push t connector
to the exi-tip tubing and ret
the dust plug.
For detailed videos on
the maintenance process
see www.lancelab.com.
8. Insert the top section (7)
back into the lance.
Replacing a damaged lance section:
When ordering a replacement lance
section they are referenced 1 - 7,
with section 1 being the handle
section (thickest) and section 7
being the tip (yellow tip section).
Lance Lab Ltd™
C2 Strangford Park
Ards Business Centre
Jubilee Road
Newtownards
BT23 4YH
United Kingdom
T: (0)28 9181 8313
E: [email protected]
W: www.lancelab.com

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Maintenance Instructions: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
2. Connect dust blocking tool to an
air line. Begin applying air pressure
to the XL 8, up to a maximum of 6
bar to dislodge the blockage.
1. Connect dust blocking
tool to the XL 8 exi-tip.
Ensure the dust blocking tool is
inserted at least 1 cm onto the
exi-tip, the threaded end cap
/ dust caps removed and the
open end pointing away from
all persons.
To clear a hose kit, connect to the push
t connector and continue from step 1.
Ensure the dust cap is removed to allow
the blockage to pass.
To avoid damage do not exceed
maximum 6 bar pressure.
ALWAYS ENSURE DUST
PLUGS AND CAPS ARE
REMOVED BEFORE COMMENCING
UNBLOCKING
Clearing dust blockages:
*Dust blockage tool purchased seperately.

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Troubleshooting: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
Problems Possible causes Solutions
Product leakage
inside XL 8 lance
Tubing is not correctly pushed
into the push t connector.
Push the hose in fully into the
push t connector. See assembly
instructions on page 5.
Dust has built up between
the exi-tip tubing end or the
main tubing end at the push t
connector.
Remove the push t connector
and tap on a hard surface to
dislodge trapped dust or rinse
under hot running water and allow
to dry then re-t to XL 8 lance. See
assembly instructions on page 5.
The exi-tip or tubing has
developed a crack/ hole.
Purchase a replacement
exi-tip. See page 10 for
maintenance instructions.
The hose has developed a crack/
hole. Purchase a replacement hose kit.
Product not
exiting the XL 8
lance
There is a dust blockage inside
the main tubing.
Purchase a dust unblocking tool.
See page 12 for maintenance
instructions.
There is a dust blockage in the
push t connector.
Remove the push t connector
and tap on a hard surface to
dislodge trapped dust or rinse
under hot running water and allow
to dry then re-t to XL 8 lance. See
assembly instructions on page 5.
There is a dust blockage in the
sprayer trigger/ equipment.
Refer to the equipment
manufacturers instructions.
The exi-tip has been damaged
during use/ storage.
Purchase a replacement exi-tip.
See page 10 for maintenance
instructions.
Product leaking
from sprayer
trigger
The hose is not correctly inserted
into the sprayer trigger.
Tighten the nut into the sprayer
trigger. See assembly instructions
on page 6.
There is an issue with the
sprayer equipment.
Refer to the equipment
manufacturers instructions.
Product continues
to exit the lance
after the trigger is
released
There is an issue with the
sprayer equipment.
Refer to the equipment
manufacturers instructions.
Sections fall down
during assembly
or use
The pole section needs to be
tightened further.
Twist the section tightly to lock in
place. See assembly instructions
on page 7.
The pole section is worn and
needs to be replaced.
Purchase a replacement pole
section. See p 10 for maintenance
instructions.
Possible XL 8 issues & solutions:

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Troubleshooting: XL 8
8 m Telescopic Lance Series
Problems Possible causes Solutions
Dust remains in
tubing following
product
Bar pressure getting low at end
of treatment.
Keeping the pole in a vertical
position, press the trigger fully
whilst pulling the DR 5 pressure
release valve at the same time
to remove excess dust in the
XL 8 hose.
There is an issue with the
sprayer equipment.
DR 5 se a ls r eq u ir e
replacement. Refer to the
equipment manufacturers
instructions.
Possible XL 8 issues & solutions:
Reference Replacement Component Description Birchmeier Artikel-Nr.
1XL 8 D Telescopic Lance 7 m (Dust-Version) 119 354 01
2 Heavy Duty Carry Case 119 361 01
3 Flexible tip 119 362 01
4 8 m Hose Kit 119 363 01
5 4 m Hose Kit 119 369 01
6 Tube Section 1 119 511 01
7 Tube Section 2 119 512 01
8Tube Section 3 119 513 01
9 Tube Section 4 119 514 01
10 Tube Section 5 119 515 01
11 Tube Section 6 119 516 01
12 Tube Section 7 119 517 01
13 Safety Cap Set 119 518 01
14 Compression tting 6mm 119 519 01
15 Safety Pin 119 521 01
16 Push t liquid nozzle (Flat fan) (sold separately) -
17 Push t liquid nozzle (Cone) (sold separately) -
18 Dust Blockage Tool (sold separately) 119 371 01
Spares & Replacement Components List:

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Lance Lab Ltd™
C2 Strangford Park
Ards Business Centre
Jubilee Road, Newtownards
County Down, BT23 4YH
www.lancelab.com
028 9181 8313
• Flexible stay put 54cm nozzle tube.
• Compact, tough and light allowing precision dusng.
• Easily bent to allow access to restricted areas.
• Attaches to a 1.5m dusting lance for extra reach.
Mini-Flex Flexible Nozzle
for DR 5 Duster
UK & Ireland Distributors for Mini-Flex
NEW
TM

(14.02.15)
TM
System specication
Model XL 8 Telescopic Lance Series.
XL 8 Lance Dimensions 7 Sections, 7.1 m lance + 8 m tubing kit.
Sprayer Compatibility Compatible with Birchmeier DR 5, REC 15, Pro
Star 5 and other Birchmeier sprayer equipment.
Flexi-tip Dimensions 25 cm exi-tip is easily bent to the required angle.
Features
Long and light lance allowing precision spraying
and dusting at height. Lance has a working
height of 1.5m to 8m and reduces treatment time
and the need for access equipment, ensuring
compliance with work at height regulations.
Operating Pressure Up to 3 bar (dusting). Max 6 bar (liquid spraying).
Visibility 10 cm high visibility yellow sight tip.
Storage Supplied with 1.3 m Heavy Duty Carry case.
Weight Combined weight approximately 2.9 Kg
Operating weight approximately 1.1 Kg
Lance Lab Ltd™
C2 Strangford Park
Ards Business Centre
Jubilee Road
Newtownards
BT23 4YH
United Kingdom
T: (0)28 9181 8313
E: [email protected]
W: www.lancelab.com
© 2015 Lance Lab Ltd™XL 8 Telescopic Lance Patent Pending.