Instruction Manual 20 gal

5301549
MODEL: TR-20-EX
20 Gallon, 12 Volt Lawn & Garden Sprayer
Assembly / Operation Instructions / Parts
Your authorized dealer is the best source of replacement
parts and service. To obtain prompt, efficient service, always
remember to give the following information:
1. Correct part description and part number.
2. Model Number of your sprayer.
3. Serial Number of your sprayer.
Part description and part numbers can be obtained from the
illustrated parts list section of this manual.
Whenever you need parts or repair service, contact your
distributor / dealer first. For warranty work always take your
original sales slip, or other evidence of purchase date, to
your distributor / dealer.
BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT
FOR ANY REASON, PLEASE CALL
1-800-831-0027
IF YOU SHOULD HAVE A QUESTION OR
EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR
FIMCO INDUSTRIES PRODUCT:
1-800-831-0027
BEFORE YOU CALL, PLEASE HAVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE:
SALES RECEIPT & MODEL NUMBER. IN MOST
CASES, A FIMCO INDUSTRIES EMPLOYEE CAN
RESOLVE THE PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE.
General Information
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and
maintaining your lawn and garden sprayer. Please read
it carefully as it furnishes information which will help you
achieve years of dependable trouble free operation.
WARNING
Technical specifications
• Low Profile Trailer and Tank
• 20 Gallon Polyethylene Tank
• 4.10/3.50 x 4 Pneumatic Tires
• 12 Volt Diaphragm Pump
• 2.1 G.P.M.
• Pressure Gauge
• Adjustable Pressure Range (0-60 PSI Max.)
• Boom-2 Nozzles, 80” Coverage
• Lever Handgun
• 15 ft. (3/8” - 1 Brd.) Hose
Assembly instructions
The sprayer is partially assembled at the factory. Follow the
instructions below to complete the assembly of this unit.
1. Attach the hitch brackets, both formed and flat, to the trailer
frame as shown in the exploded view drawing.
2. The boom brackets are attached with only (2) bolts. Remove the other (2) bolts from the boom brackets. Loosen
the bolts which are holding the boom brackets in place.
Then rotate the boom brackets so the other (2) bolts can be
DO NOT USE PUMP IN AN EXPLOSIVE
ENVIRONMENT. DO NOT USE TO PUMP
FLAMMABLE FLUIDS, GASOLINE,
KEROSENE FUEL, OIL, ETC.
Warranty / Parts / Service
Products are warranted for one year from date of purchase
against manufacturer or workmanship defects.
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inserted through the holes, thereby securing the brackets to
the trailer frame.
The pump has a pressure switch which will shut the pump
off when it reaches 60 PSI.
3. Slide the axle through the frame holes, centering it as
best as possible.
Pressure may be decreased by opening the bypass valve (HiLo). The more it is opened, the lower the pressure will be.
4. Slide a wheel spacer and a wheel (valve stem out) onto
each end of the axle and then use a cotter pin to hold each
wheel in place.
Handgun Note: The nut on the nozzle which has finger tabs
must be tight in order for the spray pattern adjustments to
vary when turning the nozzle end.
5. Attach the boom assembly so that the tips will be about
18 inches above the spraying surface. Use the (2) bolts and
hardware to secure the boom in place.
The nozzles on the boom will spray an 80 inch wide swath.
Check the nozzle spray pattern by spraying water on a
concrete surface. Raise the boom to get more spray pattern
overlap if desired.
NOTE: The nozzles may be mounted on the top side of the
boom tube or on the bottom side, at the owner’s discretion.
6. Thread the gauge into (Item 29.9). Use a good grade of
thread sealant here to insure no leaks.
7. Connect the wiring harness to the wires coming out of the
pump. Connect the wiring from the wiring assembly to the 12
Volt power source of the vehicle. The red wire of the 2-wire
set must be connected to the positive (+) post on the battery
or the “hot” connection on a switch or to the ammeter. The
brown wire may be grounded or connected to the negative
(-) post on the battery.
8. Remove the drain plug assembly from the parts bag and
thread it onto the drain bung located at the lower rear end
of the tank.
Regularly clean the intake tube screen.
Warning: Some chemicals will damage the pump valves if
allowed to soak untreated for a length of time. Always flush
the pump with water after use. Do not allow chemicals to
sit in pump for extended times of idleness. Follow chemical
manufacturers instructions on disposal of all waste water
from the sprayer.
CAUTION
PRESSURE SWITCH OPERATION
Pressure switch is pre-set at the factory. Improper
adjustment of the pressure switch, may cause severe overload or
premature failure. If the pump is subjected to rapid cycling during
normal operation, or infrequent periods, damage may occur.
9. Remove the handgun clips/screws from the parts bag,
if applicable, and attach them to the side of the tank, for
handgun storage.
operation
This sprayer is designed to be towed behind a garden
tractor.
The pumping system draws solution from the tank, through
the strainer and to the pump. The pump forces the solution
under pressure to the handgun or boom nozzles.
Tip Chart
Tip Spray Pressure Capacity
GALLONS PER ACRE - BASED ON WATER
No. Height
(PSI)
(GPM) 1 MPH 2 MPH3 MPH 4 MPH 5 MPH7.5 MPH 10 MPH
3
18”
10
20
30
40
.30
.42
.52
.60
44
63
76
90
22
31.5
38
45
14.9
20.9
26
30
11.1
15.7
19.3
22
8.9
12.6
15.4
17.8
5.9
8.4
10.3
11.8
4.5
6.3
7.7
8.9
Tip Spray Pressure Capacity
No. Height
(PSI)
(GPM)
GALLONS PER 1000 SQ. FT. - BASED ON WATER
1 MPH2 MPH3 MPH 4 MPH 5 MPH 7.5 MPH 10MPH
3
18”
1.01
1.4
1.74
10
20
30
40
Tip Spray Pressure
No. Height
(PSI)
3
18”
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10
20
30
40
.30
.42
.52
.50 .34
.72 .48
.87 .596
.254 .204
.36 .29
.44 .35
.135
.19
.236
.103
.14
.176
.60
2.06 1.00 .688
.50 .408 .27
.20
Capacity
GALLONS PER 100 SQ. FT. - BASED ON WATER
1 MPH 2 MPH3 MPH4 MPH 5 MPH 7.5 MPH 10MPH
(GPM)
.30
.42
.52
.60
.10
.14
.174
.206
.050
.072
.087
.1
.034
.048
.059
.068
.025
.036
.044
.050
.020
.029
.035
.040
.013
.019
.0236
.027
.010
.014
.017
.020
calibration
Chemical labels may show application rates in gallons per
acre, gallons per 1000 square feet or gallons per 100 square
feet. You will note that the tip chart shows all three of these
rating systems.
Once you know how much you are going to spray then determine (from the tip chart) the spraying pressure (PSI), and
the spraying speed (MPH).
Conditions of weather and terrain must be considered when
setting the sprayer. Do not spray on windy days. Protective
clothing must be worn in some cases. Be sure to read the
chemical label carefully.
Speed Chart
Speed in M.P.H.
(Miles Per Hour)
1.0
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
6.0
7.0
8.0
9.0
10
Time Required in Seconds to Travel a distance of;
100 ft.
200 ft.
300 ft.
68
34
23
17
14
11
9.7
8.5
7.6
6.8
136
68
45
34
27
23
19
17
15
14
205
102
68
51
41
34
29
26
23
20
Determining the proper speed of the tractor can be done by
marking off 100, 200 and 300 feet. The speed chart indicates
the number of seconds it takes to travel the distances. Set the
throttle and with a running start travel the distances. Adjust
the throttle until you travel the distances in the number of seconds indicated by the speed chart. Once you have reached
the throttle setting needed, mark the throttle location so you
can stop and go again (returning to the same speed).
Add water and proper amount of chemical to tank and drive
to the starting place for spraying.
When you are ready to spray, turn the boom valve to the
“on” position. This will start solution spraying from the
tips. The pressure will decrease slightly when the boom is
spraying. Adjust the pressure lower by operating the bypass
valve.
after spraying
After use fill the sprayer part way with water. Start the sprayer
and allow clear water to be pumped through the plumbing
system and out through the spray nozzles.
Refill the tank about half full with plain water and use a
chemical neutralizer such as Nutra-Sol or equivalent and
repeat cleaning instructions. Flush the entire sprayer with
the neutralizing agent. Follow the chemical manufacturers
disposal instructions of all wash or rinsing water.
Remove tips and screens from the boom. Wash tips thoroughly with water or cleaning solution (appropriate for chemical used). Blow out orifice, clean and dry. If orifice remains
clogged clean it with a fine bristle (not wire) brush, or with a
tooth pick. Do not damage the orifice. Water rinse and dry
tips before storing.
winter storage
Drain all water and chemical out of sprayer, paying special
attention to pump, handgun and valves. These items are
especially prone to damage from chemicals and freezing
weather.
The sprayer should be winterized before storage
by pumping a solution of RV antifreeze through the
entire plumbing. Proper care and maintenance will prolong
the life of the sprayer.
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Exploded View:
TR-20-EX (5301549)
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13
12
13
5
12
14
18
16
23
28
31
26
28
25
21
30.2
30.3
30.7
30.1
30.6
30.5
30.7
32.5
32.4
32.3
32.2
30.4
32.4
32.3
32.5
32.7
32.9
8
32.1
32.8
32.2
32.9
32.6
8
32.9
32.2
32.7
32.8
32.9
6
17
17
27
20
8
2
8
15
2
8
22
10
19
6
7
19
9
11
9
2
22
9
29.7
24
29.6
29.7
29.9
1
29.4
29.3
29.8
18
29.3
29.4
3
29.1
29.2
31
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29.5
Parts List: TR-20-EX (5301549)
ITEM
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
29.1
29.2
29.3
29.4
29.5
29.6
29.7
29.8
29.9
30
30.1
30.2
30.3
30.4
30.5
30.6
30.7
31
32
32.1
32.2
32.3
32.4
32.5
32.6
32.7
32.8
32.9
PART
NUMBER
5006209
5006307
5016066
5020009
5020215
5021030
5024077
5034038
5034531
5038517
5038518
5051022
5051114
5058188
5070061
5075018
5095198
5100359
5101077
5116416
5117167
5127118
5163100
5167007
5169241
5274373
5274443
5274880
5275516
5010430
5143404
5143188
5016066
5149034
5149035
5006209
5010236
5041073
5275527
5143188
5168835
5116242
5149036
5006209
5020491
5051023
5275703
5275726
5022411
5056023
5116019
5138512
5046052
5086003
5133094
5020416
5051022
QTY. DESCRIPTION
1
8
1
1
1
2
1
8
3
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
4
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
4
Poly Knurled Swivel Nut, 3/4" FGHT
5/16"-18 Hex Whiz (Flange) Locknut
Garden Hose Washer
Hose, 1/2"-1 Brd. x 26"
Hose, 3/8"-1 Brd. x 15 Ft.
4.10/3.50 x 4" Wheel (White) w/2 1/4" Offset Hub
Axle (1/2" Dia. x 24")
H.H.C.S., 5/16"-18 x 3/4"
5/16"-18 x 5/8" Flange Lock Screw
Hitch Bracket (Formed)
Hitch Bracket (Flat)
Hose Clamp, 1/2"
Hose Clamp, 3/8"
Tank Lid w/Lanyard
Trailer Frame (RED: 15 & 20 Gal. "New" Style Tanks)
Grommet
Boom Bracket (Light Duty)
Poly Bypass "J" Hose (3.8 Pumps & 2.1 [25] Gallon)
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1"
PVC Filter Screen, 1" O.D. x 2.81" Long (30 Mesh)
#10-24 x 5/8" Phillips Truss Head Machine Screw
Wheel Spacer
Low-Flow Handgun w/X-26 Tip
Gauge, 0-100 p.s.i.
20 Gallon (New Style) Tank
Drain Plug Cap, Tether, and Washer Assembly
Lead Wire Assembly (w/Switch), 96"
Pkg. (2) Handgun Clips & (2) Screws
Manifold Assembly
Port Kit Elbow, 1/2" FNPT
Manifold
#35 Nylon Shut-Off Valve
Garden Hose Washer
Poly Swivel, 3/8" Hose Barb
Poly Swivel, 1/2" Hose Barb
Poly Knurled Swivel Nut, 3/4" FGHT
Poly Elbow, 1/2" FNPT x 1/2" FNPT
Poly Reducing Bushing, 1/2" MNPT x 1/4" FNPT
Intake Sub-Assembly
#35 Nylon Shut-Off Valve
Port Kit Fitting, 5/8" Hose Barb
Strainer, 1" Filter Washer
Poly Swivel, 5/8" Hose Barb
Poly Knurled Swivel Nut, 3/4" FGHT
Hose, 5/8"-1 Brd. x 5"
Hose Clamp, 5/8"
Gold Series 2.1 g.p.m. Pump
2-Nozzle Boom Assembly
Boom Mount Angle
Nylon Elbow Assembly, 11/16" U.N.F. x 1/2" HB
50 Mesh Nozzle Strainer, Red
Deflectip (Gray)
Nylon Nozzle Cap, 11/16" U.N.F. Thread
Nylon Hose Tee, 1/2" HB
Nylon Cable Tie
Hose, 1/2"-1 Brd. x 19 3/8"
Hose Clamp, 1/2"
LIST
PRICE
.57
.25
.20
2.66
8.50
16.26
7.47
.55
.44
4.85
2.30
.62
.63
10.50
28.40
1.00
2.00
1.95
.25
4.00
.25
.50
9.95
5.99
56.00
2.95
9.99
2.85
18.00
2.79
8.99
2.53
.20
.50
.48
.57
2.07
1.24
2.53
2.24
.31
.58
.57
.67
112.00
21.50
4.49
1.10
1.01
.95
.38
.88
.20
1.55
.62
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