CHAPIN 3 Gal. Industrial Cleaner-Degreaser Sprayer User Manual

CHAPIN 3 Gal. Industrial Cleaner-Degreaser Sprayer

WARNING

Improper use or failure to follow instructions can result in explosive failure causing serious eye or 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 a possible explosion. Do not store or leave the solution in the tank after use. Always wear goggles, gloves, long sleeve shirt, long pants, and full foot protection when spraying. Never use any tool to remove the pump if there is pressure in the sprayer. Never stand with your face or body over top of the tank when pumping or loosening the pump to prevent ejecting pump assembly and/or solution from striking and injuring you. Never pressurize the sprayer by any means other than the original pump. Do not attempt to modify this sprayer. Replace parts only with the manufacturer’s original parts. Never spray flammable, caustic, acidic, chlorine, bleach or other corrosive solutions or heat, pressure, or gas-producing chemicals. Always read and follow the chemical manufacturer’s instructions before use with this sprayer as some chemicals may be hazardous when used with this sprayer.

Hose to Tank

Discharge/ Assembly

• Make sure white outlet tube is attached to outlet tube adapter (Fig. 1A).
• Insert the outlet tube portion of the discharge assembly into the tank adapter (Fig. 1B).
• Proper placement of white outlet tube (Fig. 1C).
• Firmly insert the outlet tube adapter into the tank adapter (Fig. 1D) Lining up tab with notches on the tank adapter.
• Firmly tighten the retaining nut to the tank adapter (Fig. 1E).

Nozzle

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

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 (Pump plunger 10-20 strokes and inspect for leaks).
5. Do: Direct shut-off away from you and open to make sure discharge is not clogged.
6. Do: If unit passes this test, release pressure (see Pressure Releasing Instructions), empty tank, and proceed with Filling, Pressurizing and Spraying Instructions.
7. 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

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: over fill 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.

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.

Fatigue-Free Spraying

For constant spraying, push down on shut-off handle and move locking mechanism away from you. To release, squeeze handle and move the locking mechanism back towards you.

To Release Pressure

1. Your sprayer is equipped with a pressure relief/release valve (Fig. 8A). To release pressure lift and hold the cap until air is completely exhausted, OR, turn the valve slowly counterclockwise until you hear air escaping and wait air is completely exhausted (Fig. 8B).
2. Do: Stay away from the sprayer until all air has escaped.

Care, Storage, and Maintenance

1. Do: Follow the chemical manufacturer’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.
2. Do: Open shut-off and allow the recommended solvent to run through discharge assembly.
3. Do: Release pressure (Follow Pressure Release Instructions), remove the pump, and empty the sprayer.
4. Do Store the sprayer tank upside down, with the pump removed, in a warm dry location.
5. Do: Periodically oil pump by dropping 10-12 drops of light oil down the pump rod through an opening in the cover.

References

• Chapin International: Sprayers, Spreaders, Industrial, Irrigation

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