Pail Mate Systems I User manual

OPERATORS MANUAL
Pail Mate® Sprayer Cordless Sprayer Model I
TABLE Of CONTENTS
Page 1 Cover and Table of Contents
Page 2 Product Overview
Page 3 npack and Prepare for se
Page 4 Safety
Page 5 Operation
Page 6 Product Cleanup
Page 7 Product Storage and Trouble Shooting
Page 8 Warranty
Page 9 Compatible Chemicals
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Pail Mate Sprayer sers’ Manual
Product Overview
his product is designed and manufactured in the USA. It uses the best available components
and will provide dependable service for years in the professional and DIY environments
provided it is thoroughly cleaned after use.
he Pail Mate Sprayer is designed primarily for use with water-based application chemicals.
See the list of supported chemicals on page 9. his product was specifically designed to
respond to the increasing environmental requirements driving the demand for the shift from
oil and solvent based application chemicals to water based products. Product features
include:
A professional, ergonomic, no drip cast Zinc spray handle with an adjustable handle
permitting the delivery of up to 1.0 gallon of chemical per minute.
A 25” curved spray wand which permits spraying while maintaining good back friendly
posture.
A 25’ long non-marking, non-scuffing spray hose is standard. Optional add on lengths
allow longer working range from the Pail Mate minimizing stopping spraying to relocate
the unit.
On the other hand, the use of a pail caddy provides the ability to frequently and easily
relocate the Pail Mate if needed with no lifting for applications such as atrium plant care.
he modified SHURflo® 1.0 GMP pump included with the Pail Mate:
oruns on-demand and is self-priming (when not spraying there is no battery drain)
ouses Viton® valves and a Santoprene® diaphragm
ohas built in automatic over temp protection.
ois quiet. hen we completely enclose it for protection, and it is even quieter.
ohas no metallic contact with the spray medium.
he pump enclosure is powder coated for enhanced durability
Battery power is provided by 1 or 2 DeWalt 18V plug in batteries or 1 or 2 DeWalt 20V
Lithium Ion slide in batteries. Please note that using 2 batteries almost doubles the
amount of spray time.
wo DeWalt 18V battery sockets are installed on the pump enclosure. A DeWalt 18V to
20V battery adapter is inserted into each of them. When the Pail Mate comes out of the
box it is ready for 2 - 20V DeWalt to be inserted. o install 2 – 18V DeWalt, remove the
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18V to 20V adapters and insert the 20V batteries.
 Pail Mate offers a simple and safe environmental cleanup process. Unless the
chemical you are spraying recommends otherwise, we recommend the use of Pine-
Sol® as a cleanup solution.
his Pail Mate pump was designed for easy use and durability. Pail Mate features allow you to
dispense water-based products in half the time and effort of conventional hand pumps.
NPACK and PREPARE FOR SE
Shipped items include
1 Pail Mate pump body with 25’ attached spray hose, pickup hose and base plate
2 DeWalt 18volt battery to 20volt battery adapters.
1 25’ spray wand
1 Spray handle
1 Operators’ Manual
See packing list for additional optional features you may have ordered
Assembly:
1. Set the power switch to the off position.
2. If using a pail cart, place the pail containing the product you intend to disperse in the
cart and remove its’ top. Place the Pail Mate on the pail and snap the base plate onto
the pail top.
3. If not using a pail cart, place Pail Mate sprayer on product pail and snap the base plate
into the pail top.
4. Attach the wand to the spray handle and tighten.
5. Pail Mate comes with 2 20volt slide in battery adapters installed.
6. Insert batteries into ports as straight as possible to avoid damaging the contacts.
7. o use 18volt batteries remove the 20volt adapters and plug in the 18volt batteries.
8. If you ordered additional accessories such as extra length hose or optional spray tip,
install them now.
9. Go to the next section.
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R LES FOR SAFE OPERATION
he purpose of safety symbols & notes within this manual are to attract your attention to
potential dangers. he safety symbol / notes and the explanations accompanying them,
deserve your careful attention and understanding. hese warnings do not themselves
eliminate any danger and should not serve as a substitute for proper accident prevention
measures.
he symbol to the left is used throughout this manual to indicate danger, warning
or caution. It may be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
Failure to obey this safety warning may result in serious injury to yourself or
others.
NOTE: Used to advise you of information or instructions vital to the safe operation or
maintenance of the unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTR CTIONS
When using the unit, you must follow the safety rules for your own safety and that of bystanders, please
read these instructions before operating your Pale Mate Sprayer equipment. Keep these instructions for later
reference.
BEFORE OPERATING EQ IPMENT
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit.
Do not operate the unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
Inspect the unit before use. Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any
Way. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
WHILE OPERATING EQ IPMENT
 Always wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87
standards
Use only in daylight or good artificial light
Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached
WARNING
• Read this manual before operating unit • Use approved DeWalt batteries only
• Do not use sprayer in a combustive environment • Do not submerge or expose to excessive
moisture
• Do not modify the sprayer assembly • Do not spray gasoline or other flammable liquids
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OPERATION
Pail Mate Systems’ Cordless Pail Pump Sprayer utilizes the popular SHURFLO pump
technology and DeWalt Rechargeable 18volt or 20volt Batteries. It is designed for water-based
products and it has no metals in the path through the pump which utilizes Viton Valves and
Santoprene Diaphragms.
CA TION: NOT for use with Acetone , other solvents or Acids. Not only are some
flammable, many of them will quickly disintegrate the pump valves and
diaphragm and void the product warranty. In addition, some of them are not
compatible with other materials used in the Pail Mate hoses and seals.
1. Attach wand to spray handle and tighten.
2. Set the power switch to the off position
3. Remove the lid from the product pail, place Pail Mate on top and snap lid securely
4. Set the power switch to the on position
5. Pail pump comes with the 20volt slide adapters. If using the older 18 Volt DeWalt®
batteries remove the adapters and make sure that you insert the batteries into the ports
as straight as you can without bending the contacts causing electrical damage to the
pump.
6. If you are using a Pail Cart, place pail in Cart, place pail pump on pail and snap lid onto
the pail.
7. urn on the power switch and start spraying.
he pump is self-priming and will not be damaged by running dry for short periods of time.
Priming time will vary depending on the fluid viscosity, temperature and hose length. he pump
is intended for continuous or intermittent duty when the proper operating criteria are met.
NO E: “Intermittent Duty” is defined as; operated and/or frequently started within a period of
time that would cause the motor to reach its maximum thermal limits. Once the maximum
thermal limit is obtained, a thermal breaker switch will interrupt operation until the motor cools
down to normal operating temperature, then it will automatically reset and resume operation
which may take up to ½ hour.
CA TION: If the thermal protection breaker trips to prevent the motor from
overheating it will reset automatically and the motor will start operating
without warning.
If the breaker does trip, prevent accidental spraying when it resets by either
setting the power switch to off or make sure the spray handle valve is not
propped open or preferably both.
In the rare event of a breaker trip you could place a damp towel over the Pail Mate to prevent
the pump from overheating.
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PROD CT CLEAN P
Any type of sprayer will not function satisfactorily if the unit is not cleaned out
thoroughly after use.
Clean the Pail Mate sprayer ASAP after each use by completely flushing the unit, including all
hoses and wand with product pail manufacturers recommended cleaner until all traces of
sprayed material has been removed.
In addition to spray product manufacturers cleanup procedures we recommend the following
Pail Mate System clean up procedure as the best all-around answer
Mix 3 oz’s of Pine-Sol to 3 gallons of water and mix thoroughly. Perform a clean out run.
During the run, clean out make sure to squeeze the handle on and off periodically. hen rinse
the system with 5 gallons of fresh water. Pour 1 ounce of Pine-Sol into 1 gallon of water and
run through pump and leave in pump until next application
NOTE: Failure to adequately clean the unit after each use will result in the failure of the
sprayer to operate satisfactorily and may result in loss of warranty coverage.
Do not leave material in the unit between uses. Make sure to clean unit as
soon as possible after each use. Pump operational issues and premature
wear can be caused by product build up in:
the spray nozzle orifice
the spray discharge hose
the Spray handle valve assembly
the pickup hose
the pump diaphragm and valve assembly
NOTE TO CONTRACTORS You cannot clean this pump out too o ten.
Always run water thru pump in the morning before going on job to ensure the pump is
ready. When storing for long periods; run 1 gallon of water through the system every 30
days unless you’re in freezing climates. Make sure to test pump before going out to the
job site.
Clean-out solution may harm vegetation or stain surfaces. Dispose of properly.
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PROD CT STORAGE
1. Again, ensure the unit is clean with no sprayed chemical residue
2. Product should be stored above freezing temperature
3. When not in use, keep the unit on its’ side to avoid kinking the suction hose.
4. During long term storage – run 1 gallon of water every 30 days
TO BLE SHOOTING
SPRAYER MOTOR WILL NOT START, ensure:
the batteries are properly seated and fully charged.
the contacts in the battery port are not bent.
the On/Off switch is in the On position.
Remember, this is an on demand pump. When the pump is pressurized, the motor
stops. It will not run again until the trigger is pulled, lowering the internal pressure
SPRAYER WILL NOT PRIME: (continues to run without squeezing the wand
handle) ensure:
there are no restrictions in the pickup tube or the discharge hose
Remedy, force water from garden hose into the suction hose while pump is
running with wand handle squeezed to full open position, may free up the
diaphragm valves.
you are not out of product.
there are no vacuum leaks in the pickup tube.
SPRAYER O TP T VOL ME IS RED CED: check for:
low battery voltage.
pickup tube or discharge hose restriction.
any sprayer wand and wand tip restrictions
material being too viscous. It is recommended that chemicals being sprayed have a
viscosity of 100 or less. Viscosities of up to 160 can be sprayed if necessary.
However, this will cause some additional wear on the pump and valves as well as
exhaust the battery charge earlier.
if material is too cold, that can raise the product viscosity.
Pump valves and diaphragm may be degraded and require replacement
his may be caused by spraying chemicals that are not compatible with them. If
they require replacement you can send the product to Pail Mate for replacement. the
out of warranty replacement cost is $57.00. If your product is out of warranty you can
purchase replacement parts from Pail Mate. See WWW.PailMateSprayer.COM
EXCESSIVE VIBRATION ON THE SPRAYER, Check for:
foreign debris on the sprayer assembly or the bucket.
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loose hardware on the sprayer assembly.
WARRANTY
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE NIT BY REMOVING THE COVER
REMOVAL OF THE NIT COVER WILL VOID THE WARRANTY
Pail Mate warrants this product to be free from material or workmanship defects for a period of
90 days from the date of purchase.
Warranty does not apply when:
Unit is not used within the guidelines of this manual.
Product or Parts are used or installed outside the Pail Mate authorized service
center.
Incompatible fluids are used.
Misuse or Abuse.
Improper or inadequate cleaning of unit after use.
In the event you need to utilize this warranty, the product or part must be returned for
examination directly to the Pail Mate Corporation service center. Please notify by calling 813-
727-5894. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the claim must accompany the
merchandise. If inspection discloses a defect, Pail Mate will either repair or replace the
product with like equipment at Pail Mate System Corporation’s expense. If no defect is found
during the inspection, or if the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of Pail Mates
limited warranty and the unit is not cleaned per instructions in this manual, then the user must
assume all costs incurred returning and/or storing the product.
All products and parts will be tested using Pail Mate testing criteria. Units found to be
damaged, altered or otherwise mistreated will not be covered under this warranty. Units found
not to be defective are subject to shipping charges to be paid by the returnee.
Pail Mate shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental,
contingent, and special or consequential damages of any kind by the reason of use or sale of
any defective product or part. his limited warranty covers units distributed in North America.
his limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and no other
person is authorized to give any other warranty or assume obligation or liability on behalf of
Pail Mate.
Products and parts must be flushed free of all fluids prior to returning to Pail Mate for warranty
inspection and service.
PROOF OF P RCHASE
Please retain your dated sales receipt as proof of purchase to validate the warranty period.
COMPATIBLE CHEMICALS
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