CHAPIN G2005P Horticultural Vinegar Sprayer User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- CHAPIN
Table of Contents
CHAPIN G2005P Horticultural Vinegar Sprayer
WARNING
WARNING: Improper use or failure to follow instructions can result in explosive failure causing serious eye or other injury. For safe use of this product you must read and follow all instructions. Do not leave a pressurized sprayer in the hot sun. Heat can cause pressure build-up resulting in possible explosion. Do not store or leave solution in tank after use. Always wear goggles, gloves, long sleeve shirt, long pants and full foot protection when spraying. Never use any tool to remove pump if there is pressure in sprayer. Never stand with face or body over top of tank when pumping or loosening pump to prevent ejecting pump assembly and/or solution from striking and injuring you. Never pressurize sprayer by any means other than the original pump. Do not attempt to modify this sprayer. Replace parts only with manufacturer’s original parts. This sprayer is designed for acidic solutions only. Never spray flammable, chlorine or bleach, caustic, or other corrosive solutions or heat, pressure, or gas producing chemicals. Always read and follow chemical manufacturer’s instructions before use with this sprayer as some chemicals may be hazardous when used with this sprayer.
Parts
Note: Your particular sprayer may not include all parts pictured above.
Assembly of Shut-off, Extension Wand and Nozzle
- Screw nozzle assembly onto threaded end of the extension wand securely.
- 1Insert unthreaded end of extension into shut-off assembly as shown and tighten retaining nut securely
Nozzle Assembly
Figure 1
Unscrew the nozzle cap (1) from the nozzle body (3) with retaining nut
(2) fastened tightly to the elbow (5).
Unscrew the retaining nut (2). Push the nozzle body (3) with the
nozzle gasket (4) out of the retaining nut (2). To reinstall the
nozzle, reverse the above instructions.
Figure 2
Unscrew the retaining nut from the elbow and push the fan nozzle tip and
gasket out of the retaining nut.
To reinstall the nozzle, reverse the above instructions.
Filter
The filter helps prevent clogging while spraying. It is located on the end of the white tube inside your sprayer tank. To clean filter, remove the hose from the tank and lift out the outlet tube. Make sure the filter is positioned at the bottom of the tank as pictured
Pre-Use Check
- Do: Check tightness of hose nut to be sure hose is securely attached to the tank outlet.
- 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.
- 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.
- Do: Follow Filling, Pressurizing and Spraying Instructions, except use water only (Pump plunger 10-20 strokes and inspect for leaks).
- Do: Direct shut-off away from you and open to make sure discharge is not clogged.
- Do: If unit passes this test, release pressure (see Pressure Releasing Instructions), empty tank, and proceed with Filling, Pressurizing and Spraying Instructions.
- Do: Inspect all metal parts including the wand, nozzle and fittings for rust, corrosion and pitting.
If any of these conditions are found, replace affected part with original manufacturer’s part before using
Filling
- Do: Turn pump handle counterclockwise and remove pump
- Do: Prepare spray solution following all directions and safety warnings on chemical label.
- Do: Fill tank to no more than the proper gallon marker. Do NOT: over fill to accommodate pump.
- Do: Check pump to make sure that no grass or dirt is stuck to barrel. Replace pump in tank and tighten securely.
Pressurizing and Spraying
Do: Turn handle clockwise to tighten. Push handle down, turn 1/4 turn counterclockwise to release.
Do: Pump until you feel resistance.
Do: Push handle, down, turn 1/4 turn clockwise to lock. Begin spraying.
Re-pump sprayer as required to maintain spray force
To Release Pressure
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Your sprayer is equipped with a pressure relief/release valve (Fig. 6A). To release pressure lift and hold the cap until air is completely exhausted, or, turn the valve slowly counter-clockwise until you hear air escaping and wait air is completely exhausted (Fig. 6B)
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Do: Stay away from the sprayer until all air has escaped.
Care, Storage and Maintenance
- Do: Follow chemical manufacture’s instructions for cleaning. Rinse thoroughly with recommended solvent. Follow Filling, Pressurizing and Spraying Instructions, except pump unit only 8-10 strokes. Be sure that the wand and nozzle are thoroughly rinsed after each use.
- Do: Open shut-off and allow recommended solvent to run through discharge assembly.
- Do: Release pressure (Follow Pressure Release Instructions), remove pump and empty sprayer.
- Do: Store sprayer tank upside down, with pump removed, in a warm dry location.
- Do: Periodically oil pump by dropping 10-12 drops of light oil down pump rod through opening in cover
Fatigue-free spraying
For safety lock-off feature (no-spraying), pull up on handle and move red
locking mechanism into lock-off position as shown in fig. 8a. To disengage,
push down on handle and return red locking mechanism to neutral position as in
fig. 8c. For lock-on feature (continuous spraying), push down on handle and
move red locking mechanism into lock-on position as shown in fig. 8b. To
disengage, push down on handle and return red locking mechanism to neutral
position as shown in fig. 8c.
Replacing Hose to Tank
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Make sure black adapter is attached to outlet tube adapter
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Press hose over adapter.
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Make sure worm gear clamp is below black adapter.
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Tighten clamp fully
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