User Guides - Orchard Agrimek
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1. 5 2 STARTUP PROCEDURE When l you want to start working you need to follow the next procedure Remove the back door burner side and take out the exit pipe Close the back door Do not operate the machine with the back door open otherwise the engine will not cool enough 2 Remove the latch remove the cover plate on the fan s exit and place the exit pipe in the gliders of the fan s exit 3 Remove the cover on the engine side acoustic screen 4 Open the grid cover put the battery in its holder and connect the 2 wires 5 Open all the gas cylinders or gas tanks propane supply The machine is now ready to be started 6 Put the gas throttle on idle and start the engine Don t use the choke if the engine is running on propane Let it run idle for two minutes before you start the burner 7 Untie the contra nut that blocks the pressure regulator 8 If an alarm is mounted check that the power switch on the alarm control box is switched OFF 9 Switch the main power switch on the burner control box to ON 10 Raise the RPM slowly until the fan just starts turning blowing 11 Press the push button on the control box and Keep on pushing it 12 The red warning light has to light up 13 Check the pressure at the pressure regulator gauge in the machine It has to be between 0 2 and 0 5 bar 3 and 7 psi 14 Check if the temperature gauge on the exit pipe is moving up If it doesn t the burner did no2. vesata vie attexedantdebad aataays pededavanedt E T AT 16 OAA 1 a0 1 meena eg eee er mr S 17 ore Feke 18 oem eee Nee epee Fen ER en MERE OR pe nen I E Ov RET rere ren nT aren 17 6 2 6 Annual maintenance to prevent corroding ccccccccccccccceeesseeccecceeeaeeeesececeeesseaaaeseeseeeess 18 6 2 7 Gas hoses obligatory to replace every 5 years ssssoenessssssssoerrsssssssscerrrsssssssseerrsssssssees 18 7 WARRANTY SCRAPPING SPARE PARTS LIST eeoooooessssssssccccccccecccssossssosoe 19 7 1 W a a E eke E E nse aia eutle 19 42 Cla DIN ope cum unah ance gana apa EA dan hee aea ener canner eae EE 19 7 3 so OF Lc Pae li ecm een ore Pr ee mC TT A ee ee 19 8 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ccccccccccccccsssscssscccssccccsscccssscscscssscscsscsccees 20 Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu 1 Introduction 1 1 DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE AND ITS MOST IMPORTANT PARTS The FrostGuard is a rotating motor driven machine equipped with a powerful fan and a gas burning installation It generates a powerful lateral laminar flow of hot air in order to treat crops and trees with Some of the most important parts are The fan with built in burner ring the fan uses the rotational energy received from the engine to move large quantities of air By using the heat energy provided by the built in burner ring the FrostGuard heats up the air it displaces Side outlet of the fan this outlet ensures l
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4. matter of normal wear when a malfunction is caused by incorrect operation or maintenance of the machine in case the user has not observed the instructions in the manual or when non genuine parts not produced by AGROFROST are used We do not accept complaints about changes that will be introduced in the future in order to improve the machine It is important that the document called INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 1s filled up and send back to the address of the manufacturer AGROFROST NV Canadezenlaan 62 2920 Kalmthout BELGIUM If this document is not sent back the manufacturer reserves the right to cancel any warranty 7 2 SCRAPPING The following table gives an overview of the correct way of disposal of the different parts in case the FrostGuard has to be dismantled Part Way of disposal Oil from the gearbox chemical waste 7 3 SPARE PARTS LIST If you need a spare parts list you can ask for it at the manufacturer Send an e mail to info agrofrost be Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu 290 8 EC Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity We declare under our own responsibility that the machine complies with the safety and health requisites established by the European Directive 2006 42 EC Manufacturer Agrofrost SA Address Canadezenlaan 62 2920 Kalmthout Belgium Authorized representative Stynen Patrik Address Canadezenlaan 62 2920 Kalmthout Belgium Mac
5. temperature during operation drops under 70 C or exceeds 120 C There is a wind detection system incorporated in the outlet of the FrostGuard When the motor stops running the wind detection system shall cut off the supply of gas e Presence of rotating parts Covering the exhaust pipe isn t possible because this exhaust is needed for applying a laminar air flow Because of this it is possible a grown up puts his hand at the entrance of the exhaust and is able to reach the blade wheel of the fan We can only apply the necessary safety stickers to prevent such an act EXTRA WARNINGS DO NOT PUT YOUR HANDS IN THE EXHAUST FAN e Dangerous situations involving third parties Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu Oe A fixed safety zone of 30 meters around the FrostGuard has to be observed no other people but the user may be in that safety zone When disconnecting the gas supply for any reason always keep the machine running for another 3 minutes in order to remove any amassed gas and to cool down the heat sensors of the electric valve Only after the electric valve has closed automatically other people may enter the safety zone 2 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before use First read attentively the instructions in the manuals of both the FrostGuard and the tractor The user has to be acquainted with operating the controls of both e The guards must all be in their place The FrostGuard cannot
6. Alkylate based fuel e g Aspen is mandatory for this machine This type of fuel prevents blockage of the carburettor Blockage of the carburettor when using normal petrol is a well known problem that occurs frequently by users of machines that are only used periodically You can leave alkylate based fuel in the tank of the machine at the end of the season There is no need for maintenance Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu ee Oe 6 2 6 Annual maintenance to prevent corroding To prevent corroding these parts need to be sprayed with oil WD40 once a year centrifugal clutch and flexible coupling outside of gearbox shaft air flap Also all key locks present on the machine need to be treated as well E AeA eenseeercccr COR pelt ee PARA is Pe ee 6 2 7 Gas hoses obligatory to replace every 5 years The gas hoses have to be replaced every 5 years There is a date mark on each hose that indicates the year of fabrication You are obliged to contact your local supplier or Agrofrost in order to let them replaced before they expire For instance hoses with 2012 written on it should be replaced before end 2017 Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu Re S 7 Warranty Scrapping Spare parts list 7 1 WARRANTY The warranty covers the parts that are defective from the start and that are produced by AGROFROST This warranty expires when it is a
7. aminar flow It is not possible to protect this outlet more without influencing the initial operation of the machine Therefore a residual risk remains Gas cylinders the machine makes use of the combustible gas these cylinders provide to heat up the air They need to be installed on the gas bottle holder that is provided with the FrostGuard It 1s important that the gas bottle holder is attached with the machine via the silencer and the exhaust pipe Fixing Lifting eye you have to use this tool for fixing the machine firmly during transport You have to use all these eyes at both sides of the machine if you want to hoist the machine Engine the engine is running on propane gas or gasoline and provides power for the fan The design of the FrostGuard is in a way that the inlet air provides cooling for the engine The alkylate based fuel gasoline version only is stored in tanks in the side panels Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu 1 2 INTENDED CONDITIONS OF USE OF THE FROSTGUARD The FrostGuard is a rotating motor driven machine equipped with a powerful fan and a gas burning installation on the side It generates a lateral laminar flow of hot air in order to treat crops and trees with Alkylate based fuel e g Aspen is mandatory for this machine if not running on propane gas This type of fuel prevents blockage of the carburettor The FrostGuard may only be used outdoors where there
8. be used when one or more of the guards are missing loose damaged or incomplete the complete gas cylinder holder with silencer all the guards e Check the gas connections for leaks with the leak spray During use e When the machine is activated make sure that no other people come within the safety zone being 30 meters around the machine Keep children away from the machine Do not let then without supervision if they could come within the safety zone being 30 meters around the machine e Remain within hearing distance when the machine is working The acoustic alarm could go off indicating that there is need for intervention e Do not let the machine work without all the cover plates it is important for the cooling of the engine that all the plates are in place e Beware of the fact that the entire machine is rotating So don t come to close You might influence the working of the machine e Always keep engine running at a stable pace When the number of revs lowers the exhaust temperature will rise sharply The guards on the exhausts will also heat up which results in potential danger of burns e If the flame should go out for any reason during operation it must not be lit immediately First the ventilator must run for minimally 2 more minutes so the heat sensors can cool down and the electric valve will close automatically When changing the gas cylinders and ending operation e Keep the fan running for at least 3 minutes so t
9. e outside New cylinders can be connected to the machine In order to start the FrostGuard again the start procedure has to be followed ee ae Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu w ae 6 Maintenance Cleaning 6 1 CLEANING There are no specific rules for cleaning the FrostGuard In normal conditions the functioning of the FrostGuard will not be obstructed by dirt or impurities Of course a touch up is always useful for the FrostGuard The best time is right before a period of use for a long time and again after this period of use You can wash the FrostGuard by hand but you may not use a high pressure cleaner You can use a garden hose but not nearby electrical parts or sensors 6 2 MAINTENANCE 6 2 1 Transmission belts Check the tension of the belts every 10 working hours On the outside belt under the machine there are 2 idler pulleys one on each side of the belt To loosen these pulleys unscrew the 2 bolts located at the upside of the mounting bracket The tension of the belt is correct when the belt does not slip in operation For obtaining a long life of the belt it is better not to tighten the belt to strong either On the inside of the machine the belt is located between the engine and the fan at the bottom of the machine 6 2 2 Burner The burner does not require any maintenance 6 2 3 Fan and transmission shaft Every 15 working hours the bearing of the t
10. ee Operating amp Maintenance Instructions FrostGuard GC20 It s strictly forbidden to operate the FrostGuard if you haven t read this manual Type GC 20 Serial number cccecececscececeees This manual has to be used according the European legislation It has to be considered as a part of the machine The manual has to be kept with the machine until the final dismantle as described in the European legislation The purpose of this manual is to help use and maintain the FrostGuard safely The user manual has to be kept by the owner or the user on a safe dry and sun protected place on the working area It must always be available to consult When the manual is damaged the user has to ask Agrofrost for a new one Copyright AGROFROST NV 2012 All rights are strictly preserved Reprinting coping changing republishing and disclosure are strictly forbidden by all means without recognition of Agrofrost SA Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu ee Furthermore Agrofrost SA has the rights to change this publication and fulfil changes to the content without preannounce of such changes or rework POINTS OF ATTENTION IN THIS MANUAL to give suggestions and advice to ease certain tasks Attention a remark with extra information to call your attention for possible problems Warning to call your attention for avoiding danger ABOUT THE USERS OF THE FROSTGUARD Requi
11. es you can leave the FrostGuard The normal working pressure will be between 0 2 and 0 5 bar However this could change depending on air temperature humidity wind etc At a lower number of revolutions of the engine the working pressure will be lower 5 4 STOPPING PROCEDURE ay Set the switch on the control box in the OFF position It is strictly forbidden to turn the switch back into the ON position before the machine has cooled down Let the engine run full throttle for at least 2 minutes in order to cool down the machine Stop the engine Close all gas cylinders gas tanks Remove the outlet open the backdoor and place the outlet back in its holder Place all the doors back and lock all locks ee 5 5 REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDERS DURING OPERATION When the temperature drops 20 degrees in a few minutes the alarm will sound and the gas cylinders will have to be replaced Itis of course recommendable to keep the replacing time as short as possible and below 10 minutes 1 Ifan alarm is mounted switch the alarm control box switch in the OFF position This way the alarm will stop making noise Set the switch on the control box in the OFF position Let the engine run full throttle for at least 2 minutes in order to cool down the machine Stop the engine by turning the key of the engine in the OFF position Close all gas cylinders and the main valve Disconnect the gas cylinders and store thes
12. et chamber are isolated with glass wool to reduce the noise and to prevent the sides from overheating At the outlet of the fan when the machine is working the flow of the air prevent touching the inside of the outlet of the fan When the user stops working with the machine he must leave the ventilator running for at least 3 minutes so the additional outlet of the fan can cool sufficiently 30 C There is a thermometer and a warning pictogram on the outlet of the machine So the user can check the temperature before he starts to store the outlet However there is no shielding to prevent the user to touch the fan outlet of the machine e Uncontrolled use of the FrostGuard The use of control panels simplifies and secures the operation of the FrostGuard Explanation is given in chapter 5 There are 2 heat sensors incorporated a There is one safety heat sensor located on the side of the outlet of the fan This sensor activates the present electrical circuit that operates like a hold switch for the gas supply This switch activates the electrical circuit by 70 C But more important it deactivates the circuit if the temperature drops beneath 50 C or So the supply of gas gets interrupted by low temperature readings If the burner breaks down or the burner flame gets out for some reason the gas supply is cut off b There is a second heat sensor located 10 cm above the first sensor This sensor activates an acoustic sound system when the
13. he heat sensors can cool sufficiently e Always close the gas bottles after use and also before changing them on the machine e Use the leak spray to check the connections of the gas cylinders for leaks Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu wom 2 4 SAFETY ADVICE ON MAINTENANCE REPAIRS AND STORAGE e All screws and nuts must be tightened firmly in order to keep the machine safe and in optimal condition e The FrostGuard must be stored inside but not with the gas cylinders on it Store the FrostGuard horizontally in a dry place e Always use genuine spare parts Using non genuine spare parts can enhance the chances of damage even if they fit on the machine e Replace damaged warning and instruction stickers e All the flexible gas hoses have to be replaced every 5 years 2 5 EXPLANATION PICTOGRAMS brandgevaar opgelet lijke stoffen gevaar R ar asa FLAMMABLE a ete CAUTION 200A 41002 MATERIALS 200A 41010 DANGER warm oppervlak HOT SURFACE 100A 41037 200A 41038 FIRE OPEN bewegende FLAMES delen MOVING PARTS ann en ra oe Se 100A 41065 200A 41066 verboden PROHIBITED 1000 43007 2003 43008 Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu m1 x 3 Transport and Storage 3 1 TRANSPORT Tas firmly during transport or for hoisting the machine PATENTED SYSTEM Fixing lifting eyes you have to use this eye for fixing the machine When you want t
14. hine FrostGuard Serial number a E Signature f Patrik Stynen AGROFROST SA Canadezenlaan 62 B 2920 Kalmthout Belgium Tel 32 495 517689 Fax 32 32958428 www agrofrost eu Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu
15. is natural ventilation At the end of the season the FrostGuard needs to be stored indoor with the gas cylinders removed from the machine The gas cylinders have to be stored outside according to the prescriptions of the fire insurance company 1 3 IMPROPER USE OF THE FROSTGUARD The FrostGuard may not be used indoors or outdoors in a closed area without natural ventilation It is strictly prohibited to use the machine if not all safety requirements as described in Chapter 2 are complied The FrostGuard cannot be used when one or more of the following guards are missing loose damaged or incomplete the complete gas cylinder holder with silencer all the guards Furthermore it is strictly prohibited to use the FrostGuard on slopes with gradients of more than 8 to carry a charge of any kind in any circumstances on the machine to transport persons or loads on the machine to weld or to make any changes whatsoever on the original design of the FrostGuard 1 4 POSITIONING THE FROSTGUARD IN THE ORCHARD VINEYARD OR FIELD Ask your dealer for the ideal setup of the machines Or send a plan of your orchard vineyard by e mail to info agrofrost be Agrofrost will send you back instructions for the ideal set up Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu 2 Safety In this chapter the FrostGuards most important safety aspects will be explained It is essential that everybody who wor
16. ks with the FrostGuard reads attentively the contents of this chapter The most important safety and health risks related to using the FrostGuard are listed in paragraph 2 2 The FrostGuard is designed to reduce these risks as much as possible The safety precautions to be observed and to be taken by the FrostGuard user are listed in paragraph pie The safety advices for technicians come up in paragraphs 2 4 and the symbols found on the FrostGuard are Clarified in paragraph 2 5 2 1 IMPORTANT NOT TO BE USED IN CLOSED AREAS It is not allowed to use the FrostGuard in a closed area because of three reasons The burner consumes oxygen So the supply of fresh air is very important The engine produces carbon monoxide This is an odorless colorless poisonous gas Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea fainting or death If gas would escape because of a gas leak it could create life threatening situations in a closed area because of the danger of explosions 2 2 SAFETY AND HEALTH RISKS RESIDUAL RISK The residual safety and health risks related to parts of the FrostGuard are being mentioned below together with a series of measures that are taken to keep these residual risks as little as possible e Presence of propane gas combustible Risk of explosion in closed space has been averted by use of safety components and the explicit ban on indoor use Also the design of the FrostGuard reduces the risk of the presence of accu
17. mulated gas If the FrostGuard is working with all the cover plates present the inlet air stream will flow throughout the FrostGuard and carries any possible accumulated gas through the fan before ignition has started Various safety components are built in the gas installation The suppliers of these components ensure that have been inspected by an official inspection service Ignition of the gas is built in and works from a distance The user ignites the machine in a safe way from a Safe position An electric valve is built in This valve needs to be opened manually and it stays only open automatically by the heat sensors after 30 seconds When the energy supply is cut off the machine cannot function because the pilot will have gone out Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu e Presence of high pressure gas There are 2 valves for pressure relief The first one is located at the bottom of the machine and reduces strongly the gas pressure that is inside the gas cylinders This valve is fixed and built in There is no need to alter the preset value The second valve is the main valve This is a manual valve and is used to adjust the air temperature e Presence of high temperatures At the ignition on the inlet of the burner ring the ignition is entirely shielded from contact with the user by the isolated inlet There s no chance for contact with the ignition flames The walls of the inl
18. o transport the machine by road you have to fix the machine firmly onto the transportation vehicle You have to attach a steel chain or ratchet lashing straps on each one of the 4 corners of the machine If it is necessary to hoist the FrostGuard you can make use of the lifting eyes When you transport the machine towards the field the FrostGuard can be moved with a tractor that is equipped with a forklift The forks of the forklift should support the main frame Do not drive faster than 5 km hour during transport in the field The cover plate for the fan outlet prevents the FrostGuard of turning around during transport Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu siis 3 2 STORAGE During the season During the period of use you can leave the FrostGuard standing in the field for a while The FrostGuard is protected against all weather conditions After the season Make sure that the FrostGuard is cleaned as described in chapter 6 Store the FrostGuard in a covered dry place and preferably horizontally even when storing is for a short while Store the FrostGuard in a place where you don t need to cover it because underneath a cover arises condensation That way the risk of absorbing moisture by insulation incorporated in the machine is avoided The gas cylinders have to be removed every time the machine is stored indoor The gas cylinders have to be stored outdoor according to the prescription
19. oundings as well for the best results the air needs to travel close to the ground for a distance of 70 meter Mount all the pieces that are delivered separately The bottle holder must be mounted in advance Make sure everything is tested in advance use the leak spray to test the connections Check if the battery is connected 4 2 PREPARATION FOR USE OF FROSTGUARD 1 Supply enough spare gas cylinders Make sure that these are within easy reach so changing them can be done as quickly as possible Put the necessary tool out as well a 28 mm open end spanner In some countries the open end spanner maybe of a different size as 28 mm 2 Always place 5 gas cylinders of the support and use them all together Make sure there is enough gas to last all night The gas cylinders have to be heated with the exhaust gases of the engine So connect the exhaust tube and the silencer to the support of the gas cylinders To prevent the gas cylinders from freezing the exhaust gases are used to heat the gas cylinders The main tube that supports gas cylinders has 4 holes one for each gas cylinders where the hot air exits It s important to place the cylinders exactly on top of these holes Check the gas connections with the leak spray 3 Check if the main switch of the engine is in the OFF position Also check the manual main valve at the front of the machine which should be closed Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrof
20. ransmission shaft at the centre of the machine has to be greased You can reach this shaft by opening the side cover plate at the side of the outlet Use a normal grease pump and press twice to lubricate Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu maT T 6 2 4 Engine There is a manual for the engine provided by the manufacturer of the engine As the manual of the engine is also part of the manual of the machine you need to follow all the instructions written in that manual to The issues mentioned below are just a brief summary and not a complete list of actions to do This brief summary does not replace any other actions written in the manufacturer s manual The most important issues about the engine are Replace the oil of the engine every 75 hours of operation If the machine did not operate 75 hours a year you have to replace the oil every year in the beginning of the working season Clean the air filter with compressed air every 75 hours of operation Replace the air filter every 225 hours of operation If the machine did not operate 75 hours a year you have to clean it every year in the beginning of the working season Mandatory replacement is every 3 years Replace the oil filter of the engine every 75 hours of operation If the machine did not operate 75 hours a year you have to replace the oil filter every year in the beginning of the working season 6 2 5 Fuel engine
21. red user characteristics Persons who are allowed to drive a tractor by law and are familiar with the driving of a tractor may operate the FrostGuard They have to be at least 18 years old and be able of all their physical and psychical capacities They must read this manual before using the FrostGuard Someone who has not read this manual cannot use the FrostGuard safely The profile of the user This user manual is created for two main groups The user driver the person who operates the FrostGuard The mechanical maintainer the person who does the assembling maintenance and repairs Members of both groups have to read this manual attentively before using the FrostGuard and before doing any repairs or maintenance on the FrostGuard Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu t GUINERODU C LION bvcridivsssutstecenstiieneettieiertinaseettesmtien leit 4 1 1 Description of the machine and its most important patts essesssssoeeeessssssseeerrssssssseeeerssss 1 2 Intended conditions of use of the FrostGuard neessseoeeeessssssseeeessssssssscerrsssssssseeeresssssseeeeees 1 3 lmiproper USe lt Or the Erosta eana E eae 1 4 Positioning the FrostGuard in the orchard vineyard or field ccceccccccccceeseeesseeeeeeeeeeaeeeeees Z TU eona E 6 Zal Important Not to De used in closed areas ienen a a an deuatuec s 22 Sarety and Healt KS resid al TiS Keer a 2 3 Saey pe 0721016 C0
22. rost eu 5 Operating the FrostGuard 5 1 THE CONTROLS w gt 4 rs p a a m yy 4 k a ige J w a M 5 amp r On E Engine main switch Rope handle Choke handle Engine rpm handle Manual main switch Pushbutton Manual valve with manometer Blue light Acoustic Alarm optional With this switch the FrostGuards engine can be turned off Pulling this handle will start the engine If the engine is cold the pulling the choke might help starting the engine Don t forget to push the handle back in when the engine is running for 5 seconds Handle down is running idle handle up is running at operating speed with this switch the FrostGuards electric circuit can be switched on or off This button controls the electric valve and has to be pushed in until the valve remains open automatically as long as blue light H is not lit Turning this valve will increase or decrease the current operating pressure and through this the operating temperature If this indicator light 1s on the electric valve on the machine is kept open automatically by the heat sensors and button F can be released If the acoustic alarm is switched on it will be activated when the temperature of the blown out air is too low or too high Switch it on after the ideal temperature 85 C is reached otherwise it will be activated immediately Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu eae Fae
23. s of the fire insurance company When you store the FrostGuard during summer and autumn it is better that you take the battery out of the FrostGuard You can use it elsewhere or you can use a trickle charger to keep it in the best condition Positive pole red wire To take out the battery you just need to unscrew the battery connectors First disconnect the negative pole with the black wire then the other one To install the battery again you can t connect this in a wrong way because one of the connectors is slightly bigger than the other Reconnect the positive pole and the red wire first Negative pole black wire Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu 12 4 First use and preparation Mount all the pieces that are delivered separately Make sure that the holder is spread out sufficiently to hold the gas cylinders into place They can fall of the holder which may cause breaking of the gas hoses Pay attention to the swivel connection at the top of the FrostGuard The gas flexible hoses need to be above this point because the FrostGuard is turning around By turning around it could get stuck if the hoses are not installed high enough 4 1 FIRST USE You need to install the FrostGuard properly Make sure it is placed in its best possible position horizontal or as close as possible to horizontal For obtaining the best results it needs to be levelled with its surr
24. t ignite In this case release the button wait 15 seconds and start again at point 11 15 Wait until the temperature on the exit pipe reaches 150 C 300 F At that moment put the engine at full speed immediately keep the push button impressed 16 Check the temperature on the exit pipe it has to go down If it doesn t reduce the gas pressure a little 17 As soon as the blue check light comes on release the push button 18 Adjust the gas pressure in order to get a temperature on the exit pipe of 85 C 185 F 19 Eventually activate the alarm by setting the power switch of the alarm box in the ON position 20 Check the pressure gauge on the regulator near the gas cylinders or gas tanks it has to be 2k 2 on 1 5 bar 22 psi Check the temperature during the first 15 minutes regularly and adjust the gas pressure if necessary It has to be 85 C 185 F or at least between 80 C 175 F and 95 C 205 F Once the temperature remains stable make sure to tie up the contra nuts from both regulators Close the grid cover and replace the acoustic screen Frostguard Operating amp Maintenance Instructions www agrofrost eu mao es 5 3 DURING OPERATION During operation there is no need to be close to the FrostGuard all the time Check the temperature a few times and adjust the gas pressure in order to obtain an air temperature between 85 and 105 C If the temperature remains stable for a few minut
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