Rapid Spray FIELDLINK ECO Service manual

FIELDLINK
OPERATORS HANDBOOK
FIELDLINK ECO
FIELDLINK PRO
400L / 600L / 800L

Rapid Spray FieldLink Operators Handbook
Rapid Spray Equipment by Rapid Spray
CONTENTS
01 Introduction
02 Warnings
03 Product Risk Assessment
03 Troubleshooting
05 Unit Assembly
06 Mounting Hose & Gun Holder
07 Mounting Controls
08 Mounting Electric Controls
09 Mounting Boom
10 Mounting Hose Reel - Manual & Buddy Smart Reel
PTO Sha Instructions
11 Warnings
12 Correctly Size PTO Sha
13 Fitting PTO Sha
14 Hitching FieldLink to Tractor
15 Filling & Mixing
16 Calibration
17 Spraying
19 Cleaning & Maintenance
20 FieldLink Breakdown
23 Bertolini Poly 2073 Pump
25 Warranty
27 Warranty Registration

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a Rapid Spray FieldLink 3-Point Linkage Sprayer
which has been designed for eortless spraying of herbicides and pesticides.
The design of the tank enables the unit to be mounted onto tractors of varying sizes from
approximately 35HP and greater.
DISCLAIMER: In line with our policy of continuous improvement, the weights, dimensions and design may change
slightly from what is shown in the book. Rapid Spray accepts no liability for the unsafe operation of this unit.

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1. When mounting to any vehicle/tractor, ensure that you have read the Vehicle Owner’s
Manual and that you comply with all the weight restrictions as specified by the vehicle
manufacturer, as overloading can cause injury or death.
2. To ensure your own safety and that of your employees, you must comply with all
relevant environmental and work place health and safety regulations and codes of
practice.
3. Select and wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment in accordance with
the label of the product you intend on using and your own safe work practices.
4. Care should be taken when spraying in windy conditions as spray dri may
contaminate the air and may eect the operator or damage adjacent non-target
vegetation.
5. Once the spraying operation has been completed, decontaminate the spray tank and
spray accessories. Dispose of rinsing’s in compliance with current environmental and
work place health and safety regulations.
6. Personal Protection Equipment must still be worn while decontaminating your hose
reel as per warning 3. above.
7. Improper or careless use of this sprayer can cause serious injury. Minors should never
be allowed to use this sprayer. This sprayer should not be used when bystanders or
animals are in the area. This sprayer should never be used while children are in the
area.
8. Never leave the sprayer unattended without turning o the engine and relieving the
line pressure, and flushing the sprayer of any harmful chemicals.
9. You must be in a good mental health to operate this sprayer and not be under the
influence of alcohol or any drugs that could impair your vision, physical strength,
dexterity, judgement or mental capacity.
10. Pump is driven by rotating driveline. Contact can cause serious injury or death. Never
operate without driveline guards.
11. No modifications and/or alterations may be made to this sprayer. Any such
modifications not only void the sprayer warranty but can make the unit dangerous to
anyone operating the pump.
12. Always inspect hoses and piping to avoid burst injuries.
WARNINGS

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PRODUCT RISK ASSESSMENT
TASK HAZARDS RISK CONTROL MEASURES
1. Partially fill the
tank with water,
connect the PTO
sha - DO NOT
exceed RPM for
the PTO and test
the spray unit.
Reaching & handling;
slips, trips or falls; fingers
jammed; pressure blow;
electrocution; PTO sha
entanglement. NOTE: PTO
and machine must match;
can’t be opened when
operating or the shield is
not safely in place.
Med Concentrate on task; follow safe manual
handling techniques; don’t li > 20kg
if on your own, bend knees and keep
back straight; keep fingers clear; no
loose clothing; follow PTO & machine
safe operation steps; ensure guard on
PTO sha before use; keep unit at least
8m away from overhead powerlines;
fire extinguisher nearby; follow warning
stickers on tanks; check hoses; keep
substances away from electrical sources.
2. Check weather
and select the
appropriate PPE to
suit the chemicals
to be used.
Manual handling; slips,
trips and falls.
Low Put on PPE as per the chemical
requirements in the Material Safety Data
Sheet - coveralls, gloves, safety, footwear,
glasses and respirator; follow safe manual
handling procedures: as above.
3. Mix chemicals
and fill spray tank
units.
As above; spray dri,
chemical spillage,
emission of vapours or
flammability; weather;
untrained visitors.
Med As above; user trained in the state’s
chemical mixing and administration
course e.g. Chem Cert; follow the relevant
Environment Protection Authority
requirements, fire extinguisher present;
keep visitors away from the job unless
wearing full PPE.
4. Use spray unit.
DO NOT exceed
the RPM for the
PTO.
As above; loss of load;
work in heat and cold;
noise; exceed load limit
of vehicle; hose and PTO
sha entanglement on
terrain and slopes; run
over by unit when in use.
High As above; wear clothes to suit heat &
cold; wear hearing protection if pump
noise > 85 dBa; follow manufacturer’s
safe operation instructions for
the vehicle and the spray unit; don’t
overload-water weighs 1kg per 1 litre;
secure load to vehicle; hose tidy; brakes
on when vehicle stopped.
5. Clean up,
maintenance and
storage.
As above; PTO greasing;
fresh water tank use.
Low As above; continue to wear PPE for clean
up, store tank in a dry, well ventilated
area.
Buddy Smart Reel See ‘ Buddy Smart Reel Operators
Handbook’

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TROUBLESHOOTING
CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY
Pump will not
prime
1. Insuicient motor RPM
2. Air leak on suction plumbing
3. Blocked/ restricted intake
hose
4. Filter cap disengaged
5. Filter gasket damaged /
missing
1. Increase motor RPM until pump primes
2. Tighten/ replace fittings and hose
clamps. Verify suction hoses are in good
condition.
3. Remove blockage from suction line,
ensure line is not kinked.
4. Lock filter cap into position.
5. Replace filter gasket.
Pressure drops
/ fluctuates
during standard
operation
1. Restriction on suction line
2. Pump sucking air
3. Plugged filter
4. Damaged regulator
1. Inspect tank and suction lines and
remove restriction
2. Tighten fittings
3. Remove and clean filter mesh and
housing
4. Remove regulator stem and inspect for
broken parts / pieces
Pressure gauge
not registering
1. Plugged with debris 1. Unthread, check and clean pressure
gauge
Hand gun loses
pressure
1. Debris in hose or nozzle
2. Pump losing prime
3. Pump pressure dropping /
fluctuating
1. Unthread nozzle tip and clean
2. See ‘Remedy’ for ‘Pump will not prime’
3. See ‘Remedy’ for ‘Pressure drops /
fluctuates during standard operation’
Buddy Smart
Reel
See ‘Buddy Smart Reel’ Operators Handbook
Pump See pump ‘Operator’s Handbook’.

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UNIT ASSEMBLY
Before using your FieldLink, you may need to assemble a few of the components before
commencing spraying.
If you have any queries or questions further to the instructions on the following pages,
please feel free to give one of our friendly customer service members a call on 1800 011 000,
and they will be happy to guide you through the steps.
NOTES

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MOUNTING HOSE & GUN HOLDER
1. Attach Brackets
Attach hose hangers using bolts supplied.
2. Attach Hose Clips
Attach hose clips to front using screws supplied.
Wrap hose around hangers and mount gun.
Item No. Part No. Qty Description
1 CHS10M02546Z 4 M10 Bolt x 20mm
2 CHWF10MHZ 4 M10 Washer
3 CHWS10MS 4 M10 Spring Washer
4 CHLM05M025Z 2 M5 x Pan Phillips Head x 25mm
5 CHWS05MS 2 M5 Washer
6 CHNN05MZ 2 M5 Nylock Nut
7 CHCLP12MMX2 Pack 2 Lance Clips
8 ASFL00600FLHH 2 Hose Hangers
1
2
8
6
5
7
4
3

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MOUNTING REGULATOR
Item No. Part No. Qty Description
1 ARTA20B14024E3M1 1 Arag Controller (optional)
2 ASFL00600FLRB Set 2 Regulator Mounting Bracket
3 CHS08M02546Z 4 M8 x 25mm Bolt
4 CHWF08MHZ 8 M8 Washer
5 CHNN08MZ 4 M8 Nyloc Nut
6 CHS06M02546Z 4 M6 x 25mm Bolt
7 CHWS06MHZ 4 M6 Spring Washer
8 CHWF06MHZ 4 M6 Washer
1. Attach Mounting Brackets & Regulator
Attach mounting bracket using bolts supplied.
Mount regulator facing forward with bolts as supplied.
2. Attach Hoses
Mount three black hoses in order using pin clips.
Mount clear return hose using large pin clip.
Ensure pressure control is at half way position.
5
4
3
1
8
6
7
2

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MOUNTING ELECTRIC CONTROLS
1. Mount Regulator & Hoses
Follow regulator mounting instructions as per
"Mounting Regulator" on page 7.
2. Attach Electrical Cables
Attach control box wires labeled 1 - 3 to each section
valve. Insert screws to hold in place.
NOTE: Do not attach wire labeled P.
3. In-Cab Control Box
Using clips supplied, install/mount control box in the
cab of the tractor for easy reach.