KOBALT KBPS 2180-06 Backpack Chemical Sprayer User Manual

KOBALT KBPS 2180-06 Backpack Chemical Sprayer

Product Specifications

• Rated Voltage: 80 V Lithium-ion
• Max. Pounds Per Square Inch Pressure: 70 PSI (0.5 MPA)
• Rated Gallons: 0.5 GPM (1.89 L/min)
• Maximum Inlet Water Temperature: 35 C.U.
• Capacity: 4 Gallons

DESCRIPTION

HARDWARE CONTENTS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

WARNING
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you have read this owner’s manual thoroughly and understand it completely. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in this owner’s manual, do not use this product. Call 888-356-2258 for assistance.

Package Contents

Symbols

• V: Voltage
• A: Current
• Hz: Frequency (cycles per second
• W/min: Power

Safety Information
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install the product. Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with this power tool to avoid electric shock, fire, and serious injury.

WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a RESIDUAL CURRENT DEVICE (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
  NOTE: The term “RESIDUAL CURRENT DEVICE (RCD)” may be replaced by the term “ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)” or “earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB)”.

Personal safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
• Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of second.

Power tool use and care

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that can not be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Battery tool use and care

• Recharge only with the KRC 0280-06 charger specified by the manufacturer. A KRC 0280-06 charger that is suitable for one type of KB 280C-06 battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated KB 280C-06 battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• When KB 280C-06 battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, EXPLOSION or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion.

NOTE: The temperature “130 °C” can be replaced by the temperature “265 °F”.

• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

Service

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
• Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

THE RECOMMENDED AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE:

SPRAYER SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS

• The restarting of the sprayer after wintering; recommendations concerning precautions to be taken against contact with and/or inhalation of hazardous chemicals, e.g. the wearing of personal protective equipment, handling of spray lance or boom at each of the following stages of use:
  • filling of the spray tank with chemicals
  • spraying
  • adjustments, including precautions to avoid contamination of environment, operator or bystanders, for instance in case of shortening telescopic spray lances
  • draining of the spray tank and cleaning
  • changing of chemicals
  • servicing
• Too high or too low pressure or unfavorable weather conditions can result in the wrong solution concentration. Overdosing may damage plants and the environment. Underdosing may result in unsuccessful plant treatment.
• To reduce the risk of damage to the environment and plants, do not operate the sprayer:
  • when pressure is too high or too low
  • in windy conditions
  • in direct sunlight
• Do not spray flammable liquids, such as gasoline, to reduce the risk of fire or explosion.
• The sprayer shall be used only with plant protection products approved by local/national regulatory authorities for plant protection products for use with knapsack sprayers. Always follow the chemical manufacturer’s instructions printed on their product labeling for use, cleaning, and storage. Chemicals should be stored out of the reach of children.
• Do not spray any material where the hazard is not known.
• To reduce exposure to spray materials, wear approved safety equipment, such as face mask designed for spraying, gloves, and other appropriate protective equipment.
• Do not use flammable solvents or abrasive cleaning agents to clean the product.
• Do not leave residue or spray material in the spray tank after using the product. Clean the spray tank after each use.
• Wear full eye protection while operating the product. If you are spraying overhead, wear impermeable head covering.

WARNING(PROPOSITION 65)
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk of exposure to these chemicals varies depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well- ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

PREPARATION
Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product.

Estimated Assembly Time: 5 minutes

Product Usage Instructions

Assembly

1. Installing the spray gun

   • Connect the spray tips to the spray wand (H), turn clockwise until the tabs lock into place to ensure leak-free connection.
   • Connect the spray wand (H) to the trigger handle, turn clockwise until the tabs lock into place to ensure a leak-free connection.

2. Installing the tank lid

   • Connect the tank lid (A) to the tank (B), turn clockwise until the tabs lock into place.
     WARNING
     Do not move the sprayer by carrying the tank lid handle when the tank is full with solution! Only lift the lid handle when the tank is empty. It is recommended to wear harness to transport the sprayer.

3. Installing and removing the battery pack
   To install:

   •   * Open the battery door.

   • Align the lift ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the battery compartment.
   • Push the battery pack into the battery compartment until the battery pack locks into place.
   • When you hear a click, the battery pack is installed.
   • To remove:
   • Open the battery door.
   • Push and hold the battery release button.
   • Remove the battery pack from the product.

4. Adjusting the harness

   • Place the sprayer on an elevated surface.
   • Fit the sprayer onto your back loosely.

5. Adjusting the harness

   • Tighten the upper straps first.
   • Then tighten the lower straps to get the weight above your waist.

6. Adjusting the harness

   • Tighten both sides of the waist belt until the weight of the sprayer is on your hips.
   • Install the back pad against your back tightly and safely.

7. Adjusting the harness

   • The sprayer should sit above your waist and the tank should be close to the user’s back.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
Make sure that all the connections are tight and have no leakage before operation.

1. Using the spray gun

   • Pull and hold the spray gun trigger (J) to start the product.
   • Release the spray gun trigger (J) to stop water flow through the spray tip.

2. Locking and unlocking the spray gun trigger

3. To lock:

4. Press the spray gun trigger (J) and push forward the lock-out lever (I) to lock the spray gun trigger.

5. Release the spray gun trigger (J) to stop water flow through the spray tip.

6. To unlock:

7. Pull backward on the lock-out lever (I) to unlock the gun trigger.
   SPRAY TIP TYPE

8. Changing the spray tip

   • Insert any of the spray tips onto the spray wand (H).

9. Changing the spray tip

   • After changing the spray tip, if the angle of the spray tip is not appropriate, adjust the joint between the spray wand and the trigger handle and tighten it again.

10. Adding solution

    • Open the tank lid on the tank (B).
    • Pour solution into tank (B).
    • Reattach tank lid to the tank (B).

11. Starting and stopping the product

    • The battery-powered sprayer keeps fluid continuously cycling through the tank to allow pump-free spraying.
    • To start:
    • Press the On/Off power switch (D) to turn the product ON.
    • To stop:
    • Press the On/Off power switch (D) to turn the product OFF.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING
Always depressurize the sprayer, remove all chemical solution, and clean the sprayer before making repairs. Replacement parts may be purchased at the store where you bought the sprayer. For a list of replacement parts refer to