STEEL GREEN SG42 Foam Marker Attachment Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: STEEL GREEN

Table of Contents

STEEL GREEN SG42 Foam Marker Attachment
Product Information
Kit Contents
Product Usage Instructions
GALLON FOAM MARKER EXPLODED VIEW
FOAM MARKER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION
TROUBLE SHOOTING
CONTACT
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STEEL GREEN SG42 Foam Marker Attachment

Product Information

The 2 Gallon Foam Marker Attachment is a kit designed for use with models SG42, SG46, and SG52. The kit includes various parts and components necessary for assembly and operation.

Kit Contents

Foam Marker, 2 Gallon
Support Bracket, Foam Marker
Lower Support Bracket, Foam Marker
Carrage Bolt, 1/4 X 3/4
Carrage Bolt, SS – 3/8-16 x 3/4
Hex Flange Bolt, SS – 1/4-20 x 1/2
Hex Flange Nut, 1/4-20
Hex Flange Nut, SS – 3/8-16
Boom Bracket, 2 Gallon
Dropper, Right
Dropper, Left
Foam Marker Dropper, 2 Gallon
Hex Bolt, 3/8 X 3/4

Product Usage Instructions

Step One: Disconnect the battery, starting with the ground wire and then the power wire.

Step Two: Disconnect and remove the fuel tank, taking caution of excess fuel in the lines and potential fuel spillage.

Step Three: Attach the foam marker support brackets (CB-1434SS and HFNCS38S) to the fuel tank support. Leave the bolts loose.

Step Four: Attach the foam marker bracket to the end of the boom. Repeat this step for the other side of the boom, ensuring correct orientation for left and right sides.

Step Five: Attach the foam marker assembly to the bracket. Repeat this step for the other side of the boom.

Step Six: Route the wiring harness down through the hole in the dash panel.

Step Seven: Continue to route the wiring harness down through the uprights, attaching it with zip ties as necessary.

Step Eight: Connect the foam marker power connector to the pump power connector from the wiring harness.

Step Nine: Connect the ground wire and then reconnect the power wire.

Step Ten: Route the tubing from the Y adapter along the frame and up to the foam marker, ensuring enough tubing is left for the boom to extend. Repeat this step for the other side of the boom.

Filling the Tank: Take caution when filling the tank and follow the instructions provided. Different water sources may require different amounts of concentrate to obtain the desired foam density. Water hardness, pH, and impurities will affect the rate of concentrate required. Determine the proper foam/water mixing ratio for your water source with the initial filling.

FOAM MARKER ATTACHMENT

Models: SG42, SG46, & SG52

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GALLON FOAM MARKER EXPLODED VIEW

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GALLON FOAM MARKER EXPLODED VIEW

2 GALLON FOAM MARKER KIT P10020

ITEM| QTY| PART NUMBER| DESCRIPTION
1| 1| MTD 2020| FOAM MARKER, 2 GALLON
2| 1| R22-060| SUPPORT BRACKET, FOAM MARKER
3| 1| R22-112| SUPPORT BRACKET, LOWER, FOAM MARKER
4| 2| CB-1434| CARRIAGE BOLT, 1/4 X 3/4
5| 4| CB-3834SS| CARRIAGE BOLT, SS – 3/8-16 x 3/4
6| 2| HFSSC-145| HEX FLANGE BOLT, SS – 1/4-20 x 1/2
7| 2| HFNCS-14SS| HEX FLANGE NUT, 1/4-20
8| 4| HFNCS-38S| HEX FLANGE NUT, SS – 3/8-16

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DROPPER ASSEMBLY

ITEM| QTY| PART NUMBER| DESCRIPTION
1| 1| R22-058| BOOM BRACKET, 2 GALLON DROPPER, RIGHT
2| 1| R22-058-L| BOOM BRACKET, 2 GALLON DROPPER. LEFT
3| 2| X31109| ASSY.,FOAM MARKER DROPPER, 2 GALLON
4| 4| HFSSC-145| HEX FLANGE BOLT, SS – 1/4-20 x 1/2
5| 4| HFNCS-14SS| HEX FLANGE NUT, 1/4-20
6| 4| HFSSC-3875| HEX BOLT, 3/8 X 3/4
7| 4| HFNCS-38S| HEX FLANGE NUT, SS – 3/8-16

FOAM MARKER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

STEP ONE: Disconnect the battery, ground first and then power wire.

STEP TWO: Disconnect and remove the fuel tank.

CAUTION!

Beware of excess fuel in the lines.
Fuel spillage.

WARNING!

Flammable gas.

NOTE: Parts are shown in colors for clarity.

STEP THREE

Attach the foam marker support bracket (supplied with the kit) to fuel tank support. 2 CB-1434SS and 2 HFNCS- 38S (supplied with the kit). Leave the bolts loose.

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Attach the lower support bracket (supplied with the kit) to foam marker support bracket and the side of the hopper. 4 CB-1434SS and 4 HFNCS-38S (supplied with the kit).
Once all the bolts are started, they can be tighten.
Attach the foam marker assembly (supplied with the kit) to the support.
Use 2 HFSSC-381 (supplied with the kit).

STEP FOUR: Attach the foam marker bracket to the end of the boom.

NOTE: Repeat step four for the other side of the boom, and the orientation of the bracket for left and right side.

STEP FIVE: Attach the foam marker assembly to the bracket.

NOTE: Repeat step five for the other side of the boom.

STEP SIX:

Remove the plastic cap from “aux 3” in the panel and route the wiring harness down through the hole in the dash panel.
Attach the “rocker switch” to the dash panel.

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NOTE:

The long side of the rocker switch should face down.
Remove ‘L” bracket from the harness before installation.

STEP SEVEN: Continue to route the wiring harness down through the uprights attaching it with zip ties as necessary.

STEP EIGHT:

Connect the ground wire from the wiring harness to the up right cross member.
Route the power wire neatly down and along the frame to the battery.

NOTE: Do not connect the Power wire until all connections are made, (see step ten)

STEP NINE: Plug the pump power connector from the harness to the foam marker power connector.

STEP TEN

Reconnect the battery power wire first along with the yellow power wire from the wiring harness, and then reconnect the ground wire.
Reinstall and connect the fuel tank.

CAUTION!

Beware of excess fuel in the lines.
Fuel spillage.

WARNING!

Flammable gas.

STEP ELEVEN

Connect the “y” adapter assembly to the push lock elbow fitting on the foam marker.
Using the supplied tubing and hose wrap, cut and route the tubing from the “y” adapter along the frame and up to the foam marker. Be sure to leave enough tubing for the boom to extend, fig. one.

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Connect the tubing to the foam marker, the top is air and the bottom is liquid for both left and right side.

NOTE: Repeat step eleven for the other side of the boom.

OPERATION

INDEPENDENT SPRAYER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

FILLING THE TANK

CAUTION!

Wear safety goggles & all proper clothing when operating, servicing or refilling this machine.
Always read & follow manufactures recommendations when handling any chemical.
Do not pump combustible liquids or vapors with this product.
When filling the tank, add WATER FIRST and then FOAMING AGENT.
Be sure the power is off and remove the cap from the top of the tank.
Starting with a small amount of water (2 gal.), mix the foam concentrate according to the label directions on the foaming agent. If considerably more concentrate is needed above the manufacturer’s suggested ratio (usually 2-5 ounces per gallon) to produce good foam, use of a softener or soft water may be required. If the foam is too stiff or (dry), it may surge out at irregular intervals. Under this condition. Add water until the foam becomes more wet.
Replace the cap on the tank.

NOTE: Mixing foam takes some experience. Different water sources may require different amounts of concentrate to obtain the desired foam density. Water hardness, pH, and impurities will affect the rate of concentrate required for a consistent, longlasting foam.
Different conditions may require different mixing ratios to produce desirable results. It’s worthwhile to determine the proper foam/water mixing ratio for your water source with the initial filling. Doing so will save time in the future and aid in consistent foam quality.
If hard water is a problem, commercial softening agents are available. You can make your own softening agent by dissolving a commercial water softening powder (available at most grocery stores) in hot water and adding a portion of the mixture to your tank each time you fill. Experimentation will reveal the correct amount to use. A good starting point is 1-1/2 ounces per gallon of water.
Mix ratios for foam concentrates advertised as 80:1 or 160:1 must be adjusted for use with your water. Such ratios are only a guideline.
Heat, humidity, & wind will also affect the life of the foam. Using a good quality marking agent, such as RUNWAY, may be very important. Liquid dish detergent also works in the foam marker system. You will have to experiment with detergents before using on any special turf applications.

CAUTION!

Wear safety goggles & all proper clothing when operating, servicing or refilling this machine.
Always read & follow manufactures recommendations when handling any chemical.
Do not pump combustible liquids or vapors with this product.
When filling the tank, add WATER FIRST and then FOAMING AGENT.
Be sure the power is off and remove the cap from the top of the tank.
Starting with a small amount of water (2 gal.), mix the foam concentrate according to the label directions on the foaming agent. If considerably more concentrate is needed above the manufacturer’s suggested ratio (usually 2-5 ounces per gallon) to produce good foam, use of a softener or soft water may be required. If the foam is too stiff or (dry), it may surge out at irregular intervals. Under this condition. Add water until the foam becomes more wet.
Replace the cap on the tank.

NOTE: Mixing foam takes some experience. Different water sources may require different amounts of concentrate to obtain the desired foam density. Water hardness, pH, and impurities will affect the rate of concentrate required for a consistent, longlasting foam.

Different conditions may require different mixing ratios to produce desirable results. It’s worthwhile to determine the proper foam/water mixing ratio for your water source with the initial filling. Doing so will save time in the future and aid in consistent foam quality.
If hard water is a problem, commercial softening agents are available. You can make your own softening agent by dissolving a commercial water softening powder (available at most grocery stores) in hot water and adding a portion of the mixture to your tank each time you fill.
Experimentation will reveal the correct amount to use. A good starting point is 1-1/2 ounces per gallon of water.
Mix ratios for foam concentrates advertised as 80:1 or 160:1 must be adjusted for use with your water. Such ratios are only a guideline.
Heat, humidity, & wind will also affect the life of the foam. Using a good quality marking agent, such as RUNWAY, may be very important. Liquid dish detergent also works in the foam marker system. You will have to experiment with detergents before using on any special turf applications.
Start the machine and activate the foam marker and let it prime until it starts dropping suds.
Turn the foam marker and machine off, Adjust the foam marker for desired timing.