FOAMIT SP5.0L 1.3 Gallon Pump Up Foam Unit User Manual

: May 15, 2024
: FOAMit

Table of Contents

FOAMIT SP5.0L 1.3 Gallon Pump Up Foam Unit
User Manual
Safety
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Product Overview
Specifications
Using your unit
Maintenance Instructions
Servicing your unit
Servicing your unit
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FOAMIT SP5.0L 1.3 Gallon Pump Up Foam Unit

Specifications

Model: SP5.0L | SP5.0L-PSG
Capacity: 1.3 Gallon
Product Type: Pump-Up Foam Unit

Product Overview
The SP5.0L and SP5.0L-PSG are 1.3 gallon pump-up foam units designed for various applications requiring foam dispensing. These units are equipped with safety features to ensure proper usage and handling of chemical solutions.

Requirements

Liquid temperature range:
The unit is suitable for use with chemical solutions within a specific temperature range. Refer to the user manual for the recommended liquid temperature range.

Chemical compatibility:
Chemical products used with this equipment must be formulated for this type of application and compatible with unit materials and pump seals. For more information on chemical compatibility, consult the manufacturer or SDS for your product or contact our customer service department.

Safety Precautions
Before operating the unit, ensure to read and understand all safety instructions provided in the user manual. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or death.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Always wear appropriate PPE as indicated in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) when using or servicing the unit. This includes protecting your eyes, skin, and lungs against drifting spray.

Gallon Pump-Up Foam Unit

User Manual

SP5.0L | SP5.0L-PSG

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING OR SERVICING THIS UNIT. KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A LOCATION THAT IS READILY AVAILABLE TO USERS AND SERVICE TECHNICIANS.
English (Original Instructions)

Safety

WARNING

PEOPLE OR OBJECTS CAN BE HURT OR DAMAGED IF THIS UNIT IS NOT USED CORRECTLY!

Failure to read all the instructions before operating the unit may result in personal injury or death from the improper use or the chemical solution. Anyone handling, operating or using the unit must read and understand the instructions in the manual. The buyer assumes all responsibility for safety and proper use in accordance with the instructions.
Using or servicing the unit without appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may result in serious injury such as burns, rashes, eye, throat or lung damage and death. Always wear PPE as indicated in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) when using or servicing the unit. Protect eyes, skin, and lungs against drifting spray.
Chemical solutions may pose a health risk and death if they contact the skin or eyes, are inhaled or swallowed. Always read and follow all chemical safety precautions and handling instructions provided by the chemical manufacturer and the SDS associated with the chemical solution before using the unit.
Pressure within the equipment may cause an unexpected release of the chemical solution and cause serious injury such as burns, rashes, eye damage, throat or lung damage and death.
Always depressurize and clean the unit after each use. Never leave the unit unattended while pressurized.
Using the unit with ﬂuid temperatures above 100°F (37.8°C) may result in scalding, burns, serious injury or death. DO NOT use a solution with a temperature above 100°F (37.8°C).
Operating the unit when damaged or leaking may result in exposure to chemical solutions, serious injury or death. Never use the unit if it is damaged or leaking.
Never point the discharge wand at yourself, another person, or any object you do not want covered in chemical.
Use of hydrocarbons and ﬂammable products may result in explosions, ﬁre and serious injury or death. Never use hydrocarbons or ﬂammable products with the unit.
Mixing an alkaline with an acid may result in a chemical reaction. Overheating of the mixture may cause it to splatter caustic compounds or release hazardous fumes, gas and vapors. Always ﬂush the unit with fresh water thoroughly when switching from an alkaline to an acid or an acid to an alkaline.

NOTICE

Servicing, or modiﬁcation, of this unit with parts not listed in this manual may cause the unit to operate improperly. Do not use unauthorized parts when servicing the unit.
Only lift and carry unit by the carrying handle. Do not lift or carry the unit by the pump handle, hose, wand, or other components.

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

Please dispose of packaging materials, old machine components, and hazardous ﬂuids in an environmentally safe way according to local waste disposal regulations.

Product Overview

Requirements

Liquid temperature range	40-100˚F (4.4-37.8˚C)
Chemical compatibility	Chemical products used with this equipment must be

formulated for this type of application and compatible with unit materials and pump seals. For more information on chemical compatibility, consult the manufacturer or SDS for your product or contact our customer service department.

Specifications

| SP5.0L| SP5.0L-PSG
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Power type| Manual
Chemical pickup type| Draws from pre-mixed solution
Number of products unit can draw from| One product
Suction line length/diameter| 11.5 in. (29.2 cm) clear poly tubing with 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) inner diameter
Capacity| 1.3 gallons (5 liters)
Discharge line length/diameter| 6.5 ft. (2 m) hose, with 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) inside diameter
*** Discharge wand/tip type| Polypropylene trigger handle with 17 in. (43.2 cm) wand extension and 80˚ fan tip| Polypropylene trigger handle with 40˚ fan tip
Output distance| 3-5 ft. (0.9-1.5 m)
Output volume| 0.2 gal/min (0.8 l/min)| 0.3 gal/min (1.1 l/min)
Flow rate| 0.2 gal/min (0.8 l/min)| 0.3 gal/min (1.1 l/min)
Pump seals| Viton

*Rates given are based on chemical with viscosity of water and factory air pressure settings. These rates can vary based on viscosity of product and fan tip size.

Product Components
Get to know the components that you will need to use, adjust or assemble.

Pump-Up Spray Unit • 1.3 Gallon

Discharge wand
Trigger gun
Pressure relief valve
Discharge hose
Pump handle
Tank head
Solution tank $FOAMIT-SP5.0L 1-Gallon-Pump-Up-Foam-Unte- $10$$

Using your unit

Operating Instructions

Remove components from packaging.
For SP5.0L: Attach wand assembly to the trigger handle. For SP5.0L-PSG: Continue to step 3.
Pull the green pressure release valve until the red portion of the stem is showing to confirm the unit is not pressurized.
With the pump handle pressed fully down, hold the unit and unscrew the pump assembly from the tank head to access the filler hole.
Follow all instructions from the chemical manufacturer when filling the unit. Fill the tank ¾ full with pre-mixed solution. Do not overfill the tank.
With the pump handle pressed fully down, hold the unit and screw the pump assembly back into the tank head to close the unit.
To pressurize the tank, rotate the handle of the pump assembly until it is free then pump up the unit. The pressure relief valve will begin leaking air when the tank is fully pressurized.
Once the desired pressure has been achieved, push the pump handle down and rotate to lock it in place.
To begin spraying, point the discharge wand towards the area you wish to spray and squeeze the trigger handle. Release the handle to stop. After Use Instructions
Release air pressure from unit after each use by activating the pressure relief valve.
Empty out remaining solution and run fresh water through the unit to rinse all parts thoroughly after each use and before storage.

$FOAMIT-SP5.0L 1-Gallon-Pump-Up-Foam-Unte- $11$$

Maintenance Instructions

To keep your unit operating properly, periodically perform the following maintenance procedures:

Check the pump assembly for wear and leaks.
Check the suction line for debris and clean as needed.
Periodically lubricate the pump seal with food safe lubricant. To lubricate the pump seal, raise the handle of the pump assembly and apply 5-10 drops of food safe lubricant between the pump and pump sleeve.