North Star MTBSL owner manual Troubleshooting, Before attempting to service the sprayer

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Troubleshooting

WARNING

Before troubleshooting or attempting to service, read the following safety rules to avoid accidental exposure to chemical and also risk of electric shock.

Note: A reserve, clean container capable of holding at least 16 gallons (Item# 28517) or 26 gallons (Item# 28518) should be kept for use when the sprayer tank needs to be emptied temporarily for repairs. It is advisable to purchase a reserve tank suitable for pesticide storage from Northern Tool and Equipment for use in these circumstances. The container should be properly labeled as to its contents if it is used.

Before attempting to service the sprayer:

1.

Personal

Wear personal protective equipment as directed on the chemical label while

 

protective

servicing your sprayer.

 

equipment

 

2.

Review

Review the Troubleshooting Table below for the type of problem you are

 

troubleshooting

experiencing. However, DO NOT attempt to repair until the steps listed below

 

table

are followed.

3.

Empty and flush

If the cause listed for your problem is Clogged intake tube, Clogged suction

 

 

strainer, or Worn spray gun nozzle: empty the tank and flush the sprayer with

 

 

water as directed in the section, “Operation – Step Four”.

-In order to avoid accidental exposure to chemicals, never attempt to unclog the intake tube or suction strainer, or service the spray gun nozzle, until the tank has been emptied and the sprayer flushed with water.

4.

Disconnect

Disconnect power to the sprayer and be sure all system pressure is relieved

 

power/relieve

by squeezing the gun trigger.

 

pressure

 

5.

Perform repairs

Follow the directions provided in the troubleshooting table to repair the

 

 

sprayer.

 

 

NOTE: Never try to unclog the sprayer nozzle by blowing through it.

6.

Test after

After servicing, ALWAYS test the sprayer for leaks with plain water before

 

servicing

using.

PROBLEM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Pump will not turn on

Bad electrical connection

Check battery connections

Short in wires

Check condition of wires

 

Low voltage

Check voltage

Low pressure

Worn spray gun nozzle

Replace spray gun

Worn boom nozzle

Replace boom nozzle

 

Low flow

Clogged intake tube

Remove obstruction

Clogged suction strainer

Clean suction strainer

 

Low voltage

Check voltage

Poor spray distribution

Clogged intake tube

Remove obstruction

Suction strainer clogged

Clean suction strainer

 

Worn spray gun nozzle

Replace spray gun

Pump cycles while not spraying

Leak in the system

Tighten leaking hose clamps or

fittings, replace spray gun

 

 

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Contents Mtbsl Hazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents Intended Use Spraying PesticidesSummary of Important Safety Information During AssemblyGeneral Chemical Safety Chemical Application SafetyChemical accident procedures Towing SafetyDifferently with filled sprayer attached Closely inspect all contents in the shipping carton UnpackingUnpacking the Manual Bag Following items are found in the manual bagAssembly Step One Attach the tongue to the cart baseStep Two Attach the hitch mount to the tongue Step Three Attach the cart base to the sprayerStep Four Attach wheels to cart base Step Five Attach boom supports and boom bracket to cart baseStep Six Attach boom arms to the boom bracket Step Seven Attach gun hose to spray gun and pump Step Eight Attach hose guide to tankStep Nine Attach gun clips to tank Step Ten Attach drain cap to tankStep Eleven Install boom valve to pump Step Twelve Connect boom valve to boom nozzlesStep Fourteen Connect remote switch to vehicle battery Step Thirteen Attach sprayer to vehicleConnected to the battery Step Fifteen Check and test completed assembly Check and test completed assemblyCheck assembly Working conditionMachine Components Operation Important Safety Information General Chemical SafetyChemical Application Safety Before SprayingDuring Spraying After SprayingTowing Safety Inhalation Inspect Inspect and test the sprayer thoroughly Repair Important safety rulesOperation Preparing the Sprayer for Each Use Spray because the wind is too strong Operation Using the SprayerStep One Assess wind conditions and clear work area Ensure tank is flushed of all chemicals from prior uses Fill the sprayer using the following stepsStep Two Fill the sprayer Check drain Fill tankBegin agitation if Review safetyStep Three Operate the sprayer Unfold one or both boom arms as required Adjust nozzleSqueeze trigger & To spray, squeeze the gun trigger Ensure correct spray pattern Ensure uniform coverageStep Four Clean sprayer and decontaminate after use Drain tankDecontaminate LaunderStorage Preparing for storageRemoving from storage Add antifreezeTroubleshooting Before attempting to service the sprayerSpecifications Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts OrdersExploded View 28517/28518 Rev. L Part# Description Model QtyAppendix a Broadcast Spray Calibration Tables Approximate flow from one nozzleSpray Pressure Height
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