Operation, Maintenance, HOW to Adjust the Nozzle

7. Operation

•Always release pressure in the pump prior to filling, 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 flammable materials in the sprayer: they can ignite and/or explode, causing serious injury.

•Never use caustic or corrosive materials in the sprayer, which could result in damage to the unit.

■HOW TO ADJUST THE NOZZLE

•To adjust nozzle, tighten cap (turn clockwise) for fine atomized spray, or loosen (turn counter-clockwise) for coarser spray or solid stream.

■HOW TO PREPARE YOUR UNIT FOR USE

•Normal working pressure should be from 25 psi to 40 psi. Too much pressure will waist chemical and over apply, as well as causing potential damage to pump tube.

•Pump occasionally to maintain the desired spraying pressure.

■RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS FOR

"LAWN AND GARDEN" OR "AGRICULTURE" USAGE.

Herbicide : Yes

Insecticides/Pesticides : Yes

Fertilizers : Yes

Chlorine based : Yes

Diesel : Yes

Wettable Powder : Yes

Stains & Sealers : Yes

Oil Based : Yes

Solvent-Based : Yes

Viscous : No

8. Maintenance

WARNING

Before you remove cap, be sure there is no pressure in the tank. in order to release pressure, invert unit upside down and squeeze spray pistol (aim away from you).

Pressure will escape; when hissing stops, all pressure has been released. Remove pump assembly by turning counter-clockwise. The pump handle has two locking positions, one turning clockwise and one counter- clockwise.

1.Remove cap and pour out remaining solution, then rinse all parts thoroughly with clean water.

2.Add 1/2 gallon of fresh water in tank. Pressurize, and flush pumping system by depressing trigger for at least two minutes; then drain all remaining water.

•Periodically re-grease lid gasket as well as lid vent and pump cylinder, where applicable.

•To ensure good performance, keep lid vent free of obstruction. Before and after each use, make sure all connections are well tightened. Service and replace worn parts as required.

NOTE

Failure to follow manufacturer's recommendation of use and care of unit will void any expressed or implied warranty. Do not use chlorine or clorox. It will permanently damage pump system.

NOTE

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 representative from the store nearest RedMax authorized servicing dealer for assistance.

■SPRYAER MAINTENANCE TABLE

		Dayly
System/Compornent	Procedure	or
		Before Use	After Use

Lid Gasket	Grease	✓

Lid Vent	Inspect/Clean	✓

Pump	Grease	✓

Connection	Inspect/Tight	✓

Whole unit	Wash/inspect		✓