Echo MS-30H, MS-20H manual Pre-Use Check, Filling, Pressurizing and Spraying, To Release Pressure

4.Pre-Use Check

1)Do: Check tightness of hose nut to be sure hose is securely attached to the tank outlet.

2)Do: Inspect hose for deterioration, cracks, softness, or brittleness. If any of these conditions are found, replace hose before using. Replace with original manufacturer’s parts only.

3)Do: Remove pump (see Filling, Pressurizing and Spraying Instructions), inspect interior and exterior of tank for signs of deterioration of body and bottom. Any sign of deterioration indicates possible tank weakening and could result in explosive bursting under pressure. If any of these signs are found, discard tank immediately and replace. Do not attempt to patch leaks, etc., as this could result in serious injury.

4)Do: Follow Filling, Pressurizing and Spraying Instructions, except use water only.

5)Do: Pump plunger 10-20 strokes and inspect for leaks.

6)Do: Direct shut-off away from you and open to make sure discharge is not clogged.

7)Do: If unit passes this test, release pressure (see Pressure Releasing Instructions), empty tank, and proceed with Filling, Pressurizing and Spraying Instructions.

5.Filling

1)Do: Turn pump handle counterclockwise and remove pump

2)Do: Prepare spray solution following all directions and safety warnings on chemical label.

3)Do: Fill tank to no more than the proper gallon marker. Do NOT: overfill to accommodate pump.

4)Do: Check pump to make sure that no grass or dirt is stuck to barrel. Replace pump in tank and tighten securely.

6. Pressurizing and Spraying

6a 6b

6c

Turn handle clockwise to	Pump until you feel	Push handle, down, turn 1/4 turn clockwise
tighten. Push handle down,	resistance.	to lock. Begin spraying. Re-pump sprayer as
turn1/4 turn counterclock-		required to maintain spray force.
wise to release.

7. To Release Pressure

Your sprayer is equipped with a pressure relief release valve. To release pressure lift and hold the cap until air is completely exhausted, OR, turn the valve slowly coun- terclockwise until you hear air escaping and wait until air is completely exhausted.

8. Care, Storage and Maintenance

7a

1)Do: Rinse tank thoroughly with water only, empty, refill with water. Follow Filling, Pressurizing and Spraying Instructions, except pump unit 8-10 strokes.

2)Do: Open shut-off and allow water to run through discharge assembly.

3)Do: Release pressure (Follow Pressure Release Instructions), remove pump and empty sprayer.

4)Do: Store sprayer tank upside down, with pump removed, in a warm dry location.

5)Do: Periodically oil pump by dropping 10-12 drops of light oil down pump rod through opening in cover.

9. Fatigue-free spraying

LOCK-OFF POSITION		LOCK-ON POSITION
9a	Locking Mechanism	9b	Handle
			Down

NEUTRAL POSITION

9c

Handle

Up

For safety lock-off feature (no-spraying), pull up on handle and move red locking mechanism into lock-off position as shown in fig. 9a. To disengage, push down on handle and return red locking mechanism to neutral position as in fig. 9c. For lock-on feature (continuous spraying), push down on handle and move red locking mechanism into lock-on position as shown in fig. 9b. To disengage, push down on handle and return red locking mechanism to neutral position as shown in fig. 9c.

If the handle fails to operate correctly, release the pressure from the tank by turning the pressure release knob on the tank . Inspect and repair the handle assembly or replace with a new handle assembly.