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Locke TR-30 Lawn Mower Accessory User Manual

1. aur 8 88844 Jadea Burzeal uj was g wol pinbr 51 de ino xog 104005 8 aunssaJg 19220 OL a weibeiq Buiquinid L z euni 13 Fluid is drawn out of the tank sump and passes through the pump From the pump the solution passes through the filter and filters out or grinds up most undissolved chemical and solid particles The fluid then passes through the agitation valve and returns to the tank via the agitator head or proceeds through the pressure con trol valves If the fluid passes through the electric pres sure control valve it proceeds to the 3 way solenoid valves If a solenoid is on its coil is energized and the connected valve is open The fluid will pass through the valve and travel to the specific boom section left center or right and is delivered to the area to be treated through the sprayer boom nozzles If the particular switch is off the solenoid is de energized and the con nected valve is closed In this case the fluid travels through the bypass and returns to the tank sump You can monitor the nozzle pressure gauge and adjust the pressure to the booms by adjusting the pressure adjust switch on the control box The pressure adjust switch operates the electric pressure control valve To set this valve see Pre setting the Pressure Control Valves in the next column This will decrease the amount of flow to the electric pressure control valve and reduce its sen
2. Solution x Conversion Factor 34 gal acre 1 13 38 42 gal acre on the nozzle charts Density Conversion Table Weight of Solution Conversion Solution Specific Factor Ibs Gal Gravity 780 95 800 5 08 900 108 1 no PO CO nm 2 2 2 lolololo CO 43 OO N PN O Co CO O 18 Boom Height The boom height should be 24 as measured from the nozzle to the ground surface This is the standard boom height for all turf booms This distance is set dur ing assembly and should not be changed Any change in this height will affect the spraying coverage Ata boom height of 24 the overlap of the nozzles is 100 Tank Straps The tank straps that wrap around the sprayer tank may become loose after the first few hours of operation This occurs when the tank settles in the saddle Poly ethylene tanks are especially susceptible to this Re tighten the tank straps to secure tank Pump Mount Check the hardware mounting the pump to the sprayer frame after the first few hours of operation Tighten if necessary Solenoids amp Throttling Valves Manual Control System Only The electrical solenoids used to turn on the individual boom sections are three way valves These valves route the product flow to the boom sections or back to the tank sum depending on whether the boom section sw
3. Detailed Troubleshooting Pressure Problems Use the charts in this section for specific diagnosis of sprayer problems When troubleshooting try the solutions in the order presented If the first step does not solve the problem continue until the problem is solved If none of the steps solve the problem call your dealer for help Problem 1 No Pressure Reading on agitation gauge after starting engine 2 Pump is primed but very low pressure regis ters at agitation or con trol box gauge 3 Pressure gauge on con trol box fluctuates while spraying Solution a b Make sure there is fluid in the tanks Yes it has happened Make sure that agitation valve manual pressure control valve pump suction valve and bypass valve are open c On electric clutch units check drive belt Tighten if necessary d On PTO drive units check coupler between engine and pump 2 n gt Tighten if necessary Make sure that gauge cleanout air cleanout valve filter drain valve and tank drain valve are closed Check for obstructions in bottom of tank and in suction hose and fittings Tighten all ball valves hose clamps and fittings on suction side of pump to stop any air leaks that prevent pump from priming Check for collapsed suction hose If unit is equipped with an electric clutch check for power to clutch On hydraulic units make sure vehicle s hydraulic PTO is engaged
4. 11 If possible work crosswise to the wind start ing from the downwind side of the area to be sprayed Do this so you won t ever be head ing directly into chemical fumes 12 As you operate the sprayer be aware of all things that may be affected by the chemicals such as adjoining property houses gardens people etc Do not operate the sprayer if damage can occur 13 When you are finished spraying empty the tank and flush the sprayer with water includ ing the pump the nozzles and the bypass line form the solenoids Properly store the chemi cal emptied form the tank or dispose of it by the recommendations on its label 14 When turning at the end of a run make sure that the boom will not overlap on areas previ ously sprayed Plumbing Operations Manual Control System Only Refer to Figure 2 1 An understanding of how the sprayer works will help you to operate your Locke Turf Sprayer The basic operation of the sprayer as follows her en 12 A NYS Joey anes aunssaJd dung 1nus ug eur umay 8A EA Ajpenng JO 1798 xue 247283 P M me eur 301516 ries SS n es 4 i df TAS LE em gt 6 1oey5y ssedig e piouajos AEM 5185 pe 4 8 uoudis guy 1 3201 YUE L uognans dung l ajnssaJeg diung
5. Operator s manual has been delivered to owner and he has been instructed on the safe and proper use of the trailer sprayer NOOR WDD Dealer s Signature Purchaser s Signature THIS CHECKLIST IS TO REMAIN IN OWNER S MANUAL It is the responsibility of the dealer to complete the procedures listed above before delivery of this implement to the customer For your safety and to develop a better understanding of your equipment thoroughly read the Operator s Sections of this manual before operation Safety Notations The safety alert symbol indications that there is a poten tial hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precautions must be taken When you see this symbol be alert and care fully read the message that follows it In addition to design and configuration of equipment haz ard awareness concern prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation transport mainte nance and storage of equipment Watch for the following Safety Notation throughout your Operator s Manual DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations WARNING 4 Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which
6. 2 This method calibrates the sprayer but does not check for worn nozzles This method gives you the distance driven to cover 1 128 acre because there are 128 ounces per gallon The time required to drive that distance is measured first and then volume of spray in ounces caught in the time you measured is your application rate in gallons per acre From the chart below determine the dis tance to drive in the field three runs are suggested to obtain your average time in seconds 1 Determine your nozzle size spacing 20 is stan dard on all Locke Turf Booms and pressure to achieve your desired rate from the flow charts on the following pages Measure the nozzle spacing on your boom and determine the distance to dive to calibrate your sprayer Mark off the distance with two markers and time how many seconds it takes to drive this distance at the desired spraying speed Make sure you are at spraying speed when you cross both marks Two or more runs are suggested with the sprayer half full With the sprayer filled with water no chemical added Park in an appropriate area with the booms unfolded Prepare to collect samples at the individual nozzles Turn on the pump and run it at the operation pressure If applicable cor rectly set the solenoid throttling valves Refer to Calibrating the Throttling Valves in General Op erations section starting page 21 Flip on the boom section switch on the control box and catch
7. 54 118 160 116 157 Numbers appearing on bolt heads 16 62 84 167 226 181 245 230 312 Indicate ASTM class 30 22 443 600 611 828 Use 75 of the specified torque value for plated fasteners Use 85 ofthe 5e3 763 77801054 specified torque values for lubricated d 8g amo aa 34 SINCE 1928 Locke Turf 307 Highway 52E Opp Alabama 36467 334 493 1300
8. Adding Chemicals to the Tank A CAUTION amp Read the manufacturer s label carefully before handling chemicals When you add the chemi cal follow the manufacturer s instructions for mixing the spray solution in order to achieve the desired application rate Always wear re quired protective gear 1 Before adding chemical to the tank make sure the tank is at least half full and the pump and agitation is operating The concentrate should not be poured into an empty tank as this may clog the tank lines 2 Keep the spray solution form skin Wear pro tective clothing and goggles If the solution comes in contact with the body wash off the contaminated area with soap and water 3 Keep chemical containers low when pouring 4 Do not smoke while handling chemicals Using Handwash Tank In the event when an accident occurs and chemical comes in contact with skin or eyes use the hand wash tank to flush away the chemical 1 Open the tank valve and use the hose to direct the clean water on all contaminated areas Wash all areas of skin that have been contami nated with soap and water To flush out eyes point the hose and water stream upward while lowering eyes into the stream of following wa ter 2 Close the tank valve and refill the handwash tank with fresh water 3 Clean and refill the handwash tank with fresh water each time the sprayer is used Always keep the handwash tank clean Operating the Filter Your Lo
9. QB DumiJ 891 ret gt eae gt P 2 gt lt OO Ore ER SOOO PY 555 LOT a n P 5 lt X Bm E Tj 9 5 uoisua x3 weibeig 0410025 6 1 11 This section describes the workings of the sprayer components and provides guidelines on their use More detailed information can be found in Preparing the Sprayer in General Operations section starting on page 21 Basic Sprayer Operating Guidelines 1 2 Make sure to read the label on the chemical compound that is to be applied it is the law Consider how the chemical will be stored and how you will dispose of the chemical accord ing to the chemical label Planning in ad vance may save much trouble later When calibrating filling the tank or working around chemicals wear protective clothing that covers the body Refer to Personal Safety Equipment in the Important Safety Information section Have soap and clean water available to wash any exposed areas Never open a container with your bare hands Fill the hand wash tank on the sprayer with fresh water before handling any chemicals Fill the sprayer and mix the chemicals at an appropriate mixing site By law you must repeat the rinsing of the chemical container three times The con tainer should then be pun
10. See vehicles owner s manual a Solenoid plunger is not functioning Plunger may be seized up or coil may be bad b Physically cycle solenoid valve by pushing up at bottom of sole noid several times If it will manually open and close check electri cal switching c Clean inside of solenoid if some movement occurs when electri cally operating valve d Clean terminals on solenoid coil e Test coil by exchanging it with working coil from adjacent sole noid valve f Replace coll g Install solenoid seal repair kit a Check boom section feed lines to see that they are connected to the correct boom sections b Switch wires on top of solenoid valves to correct order a Check to see that fuse is correct size 15 20 amps b Check for short circuit between switch ternimals inside control box Carefully separate touching wires c Inspect wiring harness for bare wires rub points or any damage a Check battery terminals Clean if necessary b Check water level in battery Add distilled water and charge if necessary See vehicle owner s manual c Sprayer components depleting vehicle battery Allow vehicle to idle brie after spraying with all pumps foam markers etc off to allow battery to fully charge d Weak battery Test and replace if necessary a Driveshaft out of alignment Realign shaft 33 TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Proper torque for American fasteners used on Locke Turf equipment Rec
11. be used in your sprayer without causing dam age to the pump seal IMPORTANT The Hy Pro pump supplied with your sprayer is not designed for use with every application Materials containing solvents paints or solutions containing abrasives will damage the pump If you are unsure of your chemicals consult your dealer for suitability or your application 8 Safely and carefully add the chemical to the sprayer tank Always wear protective equip ment when handling chemicals See Personal Safety Equioment in Important Safety Infor mation section starting on page 5 By low chemical containers must be rinsed three times The container should then be punctured to prevent future use An alternative is to jet rinse or pressure rinse the container Follow chemical manufacturer s recommendations for safe handling of chemicals 9 Check the sprayer initially and periodically for loose bolts pins and hose clamps Check the hoses pumps valves and fittings for leaks 10 Make sure that the hand wash tank is full of clean water Preparing the Sprayer NOTE Refer to Plumbing Diagram on page 13 if you need help identifying specific sprayer components 1 Close drain valve air clean out valve and filter clean out valve d p oon Open tank and inspect interior for contaminating materials If the sprayer is equipped with a pump drive en gine in addition to the vehicle s engine check fuel and oil levels Perform
12. select the correct chemical for the job Improper us age of fertilizers fungicides herbicides insecticides and pesticides could cause injury to all living things 7 Always real instructions supplied by the manufactur ers before opening chemical containers Read and follow instructions supplied by the chemical manufac turer carefully before each use 8 Inform anyone who may come in contact with chemi cals or an implement with chemicals of any potential hazards or safety precautions that should be ob served 9 Store or dispose of all unused chemicals as specified by the chemical manufacturer 10 Always wear personal protective equipment Refer to Personal Safety Equipment section on page 3 11 Always read chemical labels before using During Operation 1 Always be aware of any people that may be in the area Players other maintenance personnel and others may be on the course It is the operator s re sponsibility to operate the sprayer and vehicle ina safety manner 2 Never dismount from a moving vehicle Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running 4 Do not exceed the calibrated spraying speed and pressure when operating sprayer 5 Spray only with acceptable wind conditions below 5 mph Carefully note outlying areas of the area to be sprayed Make sure wind drift of chemicals will not affect any surrounding property people or animals 6 alert to traffic when crossing or operating
13. using Completely read the label before start ing Have all equipment ready before starting your sprayer calibrations Make sure all spray parts are free from for eign material and are functioning properly Carefully inspect nozzles and internal parts for wear defects proper size and type Fill spray tanks with water at least one quar ter full and preferably half full Use only water to calibrate the sprayer With the sprayer stationary operate the pump at the desired spraying pressure Check for leaks and improper spray patterns form the nozzles Read the following pages to determine which method of calibration you will use and have a clear understanding of how the procedure works Calibration Method 1 This method calibrates the sprayer and checks to make sure the nozzles are within specifications 1 Select your desired application rate either in gallons per thousand square feet of gallons per acre Select you desired gear or RPM setting for an appropriate spraying speed Calibrate your speed to verify that the vehicle s speedome ter is accurate Refer to the following table Miles Per Hour Calibration for calibration val ues Find your desired application rate in the noz zle chars in this section For every applica tion rate there will be at least two nozzles that will yield the desired application For applica tions that require foliar coverage select the nozzle requiring higher pressure This will produ
14. 1 2 glycerine filled pressure gauge 2 safe operating practices will help you get years of Ib Increments to 100 PSI and stainless steel oil filled Gauge Protector attaced on a Mag netic Gauge Mount Description of Unit Available Options Include The Locke Turf TR 20 and TR 30 trailer sprayers are tow behind units designed to be pulled by tractors or large utility vehicles satisfactory use from the machine e Deluxe Tee Jet Control and Monitor e Foam Marker Assembly e Hose Reel electric or manual The sprayers are equipped with 200 or 300 gallon e Walker Boom polyethylene tanks e Hand Gun Contact your Locke Turf dealer to purchase any of A variety of booms are available to be used with the these options trailer sprayers either electric or manual lift controls Using this Manual The TR models are equipped with Hy Pro PTO 0 pumps or optional engine drive Hy Pro pumps This Operator s Section is designed to help familiarize you with safety assembly opera A selection of controls either Tee Jet 744 economy _ ton adjustments trouble shooting and main control or Tee Jet 844A deluxe controls are available tenance Read this manual and follow the for these sprayers recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation An electrically operated pressure control valve and three solenoid type directional control valves control NOTE l the flow of liquid between the tank and the three The warr
15. and the agitation valve open The agitation pressure should be at 50 PSI and all boom sec tions should be off 3 Add other fertilizers or chemicals once the original slurry is circulating throughout the system Con tinue filling the tank with water or other specified liquid carrier Do not leave the sprayer unat tended 4 Letthe sprayer run for 5 10 minutes before spray ing the chemicals to allow adequate mixing 5 Seemanufacturer s recommendations to determine the application rate for the desired chemical and Tee Jet to determine the specific application pres sure and travel speed for your application 6 Turn the boom on when the vehicle is moving to prevent over applying the chemical in any one spot Operate the pressure adjust switch on the control box to adjust boom pressure while spraying i the Tank after Spraying Empty the tank while spraying whenever possible Closing the agitation valve when the tank is nearly empty will allow you to almost completely empty the tank on the field 2 Usethe drain hose to empty the tank NOTE If you have access chemical remaining in the tank it must be handled and disposed of in an EPA approved method Consult the manufacturer s label Do not empty chemicals into drains sewers or onto the ground as it can contaminate nearby water sources If you are changing chemicals or preparing the sprayer for storage the entire system including pump hoses and boom sections needs to
16. be emp tied and cleaned the Sprayer After emptying the sprayer tank add clean water to the sprayer and allow it to circulate through the system Spray this rinse water onto the field that was last sprayed While the sprayer is being flushed on the field turn the boom sections on to flush out the boom sections check valves and noz zles and turn them off to flush out the throttling valves and bypass lines Repeat this step several times Make sure the solenoid and throttling valves are thoroughly cleaned See Cleaning the Sole noid and Throttling Valves in next column 2 The boom pressure gauge is equipped with a ball valve that is used to clean out any chemical that has built up under the gauge protector With clean water in the sprayer tank and the pump running 23 open the ball valve and allow the discharge from the hose to flow into a bucket After the liquid turns clear close the valve and return the contents of the bucket into the tank Using the Air Cleanout Valve 1 Open all valves including drain valve Allow the tank to drain completely 2 Open the air cleanout ball valve and attach a shop air line 80 PSI maximum safety clip type recom mended to the air valve 3 Close the pump suction valve located under the tank The air will force out any water in the agitator line agitator head and the line connected to the boom pressure gauge 4 Close all valves except the manual pressure con trol valve Turn on
17. boom pressure adversely affecting ap plication rates This manual valve restricts the amount of flow to the electric pressure control valve thus nar rowing the range of pressure Pre setting the Pressure Control Valves Manual Control Systems Only NOTE Before beginning this procedure make sure your throt tling valves are adjusted Refer to Calibrating the Throt tling Valves in General Operations starting on page 19 To adjust the pressure control valves and achieve a de sirable adjustment range at the control box do the fol lowing 1 Open the electric control valve by toggling the pres sure switch at the control box until the valve is fully open 2 Turn the boom sections off so that the liquid is trav eling through the bypass line and retuning to the tank 3 Operate the pump at the same RPM you would when spraying 4 Adjust the manual pressure control valve until the boom pressure as indicated on the pressure gauge by the control box is 10 to 20 PSI greater than the maximum application pressure The Drive Pump IMPORTANT The Hy Pro pump supplied with your sprayer is not designed for use with every application Materials containing solvents paints or solutions con taining abrasives will damage the pump If you are un sure of you chemicals consult your dealer for suitability of your application IMPORTANT Always use the MASTER on off switch to control spraying action PTO Drives The pump on this ty
18. gauge reads zero or is very sluggish after nozzles are turned off 5 Moving the pressure adjust switch on the control box does not change nozzle pressure but both gauges show some pressure 6 Nozzle pressure cannot be reduced below 20 30 psi 7 During calibration control box gauge reads about 30 psi Nozzles are prn about 10 psi When catchin nozzles there is a sure drop lar low of ge pres Solution On PTO drive units check coupler between engine and pump Tighten if necessary With pump o erang clean hose leading to control box gauge by e using ball valve located on remote magnet mount Check gauge protector to see that it is filled with oil to within 1 8 of top of threaded hole Swap agitation gauge and control box gauge to check for faulty ge gauge Inspect electric solenoid valves to see that they are opening and closing properly Solenoid valves require 12 volts to open properly Valves may need cleaning adjustment repair kit or new coil Low du e or a weak battery will result in valves not opening com pletely a Check that manual pressure control valve is open b Turn sprayer and engine off hold the pressure adjust switch and a b listen at the electric pressure control valve for whirring sound which indicates that the motor is turning the valve With the engine running visually inspect the nozzles to see if the ressure is changing If press
19. if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices Safety Rules These rules and instructions must be reviewed at least annually by all operators Most accidents are the result of negligence and careless ness caused by failure of the operator to follow safety precautions Even though your implement has been de signed with built in safety features the following precau tions are mandatory to prevent such accidents Make sure everyone that uses this machine has read the Operator s Manual and understands how to operate it safely This Operator s Manual is considered a part of the imple ment and should remain with it when loaded or sold Prior to Operation 1 Do not allow anyone to operate this machine who has not been properly trained in its safe operation 2 Never leave your fill hose attached to the sprayer after filling the tank Although your sprayer is equipped with an anti siphon device if the vent holes are covered or become plugged siphoning can oc cur Chemicals in the tank can siphon out of the tank 5 3 Use only water to calibrate and test the sprayer 4 Always check the hand wash tank before taking the sprayer to the field to be sure it is filled with clean water 5 Do not transport sprayer by loading the vehicle and Sprayer on a trailer or other vehicle when the tank is filled with chemicals 6 Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous Always
20. in tank IF tank level was more than amount cal culated a false underapplication condition occurs Check for filter screen blockage Check for loose pump impeller bolt Check for clogged impeller channels Requires pump diassem bly try all other options first Check nozzles for obstructions in feed holes Clean nozzles with toothbrush or suitable brush Steel picks nails etc will damage the nozzle Inspect the check valve in front of each nozzle Clean and in spect rubber pags The correct rubber viton diaphragm is marked with a v EPDM rubber diaphragms will become swol len and will not work Check hose barbs screwed into the metered manifolds If hose barbs are screwed too far into the manifold flow can be re stricted Disassemble diaphragm cap from body and check that the cap spring moves freely Inspect the diaphragm Clean or replace if necessary Increase spraying pressure About 15 psi is required at the check valve to hold it open Check the control box gauge for faulty reading Clean diaphragm in check valve at nozzle Look for debris or nicks which would allow leakage If problem still appears check solenoid valve for that section for proper adjustment of foreign matter on the seat washers in the valve Replace washers and seals with valve repair kit if neces sary 31 Problem 17 Nozzle shows streaking or a collapsed pattern nozzle drips while spraying 18 Throttling
21. mouth or lips Never start a siphon hose by mouth Chemical ingestion can lead to illness and if untreated death If the chemical is swallowed carefully follow the chemi cal manufacturer s recommendations and immediately consult your doctor 7 If you are exposed to a chemical in a way that could affect your health contact a physician immediately with the chemical label or container in hand Any de lay could cause serious illness or death Waterproof boots or foot coverings Waterproof unlined gloves Neoprene gloves are recommended Cartridge type respirator approved for pesticide vapors unless label specifies another type of respirator Cloth coveralls outer clothing changed daily waterproof items if there is a chance of becoming wet with spray SAFETY DECALS Your sprayer comes equipped with all safety de 3 General Decal Application Replace theses cals in place They were designed to help you decals whenever they become worn or un safely operate your sprayer Read and follow readable To install new safety decals their directions a Clean the area the decal is to be 1 Keep safety decals clean and legible placed 2 Replace all damaged or missing safety de b Peel backing from the decal cals To order new safety decals go to you Press firmly onto surface being Locke Turf Dealer careful not to cause air bubbles under the decal CAUTION To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage Read and
22. near roadways Always maintain complete control of the machine Know your state and local laws concerning highway safety and regulations Comply with these laws when driving the sprayer on any public thor oughfare 7 Do not exceed 20 mph Drive slowly over rough ter rain and use caution when traveling over hilly areas especially when the tank is full WARNING 4 This sprayer can be dangerous and can cause bodily harm if not properly used or guarded Stay away from the pump drive shaft electric clutch and drive belt when in operation After Operation 1 Never wash the sprayer tank out within 100 feet of any fresh water source or in a car wash Dispose of leftover chemical in the manner described on the manufacturers label of the chemical used in the sprayer Rinse out the tank and spray the rinse water on the last field that was sprayed Do not ward contaminated clothing Wash protec tive clothing and equipment with soap and water after each use Personal clothing worn during use must be laundered separately from household arti cles Clothing heavily contaminated with certain crop protectant agents read the label must be destroyed according to state and local regulations Wash your hands and face before eating when working with chemicals Shower as soon as you have completed your spraying for the day During Maintenance 1 Keep all guards and shields in place If removed for repair or adjustment replace the
23. valves must be readjusted after each tank sprayed 19 Liquid leaks out around tank lid while spraying 20 Chemicals will not stay in suspension 21 Pump leaks 22 Ball valve leaks Solutions a Angle nozzles 20 degrees rearward b Nozzle cap is obstructed or scratched Clean nozzle gently with water or solvent using a toothbrush to clean the orifice hole in the cap Use a pipe cleaner to clean the metering feed hole in the body Steel picks nails etc will damage the nozzle c Disable the nozzle and clean inside surfaces threads and any sealing surfaces where the cap meets the body Carefully inspect the cap and body for any nicks wear or chemical buildup Tighten nozzle cap firmly with torque wrench to 30 ft lbs d If nozzle output is high the metering feed hole or internal cavity is worn Replace the nozzle e nozzle spacing for correct overlap Use 20 spacing on turf ooms f Make sure that windy conditions are not affecting the spray pattern g Check boom height a Debris catching in throttling valves Open gray throttling vale with nozzles turned off and allow flow to flush out valves for about 15 sec onds per valve Reset throttling valves b If problem continues replace filter screen with 50 mesh screen a Check for proper lid fit a Make sure agitation valve is open b Check for obstructions or kinks on the agitation line c Inspect agitator head for plugged holes d Increase flo
24. Hydraulic lines may be disconnected or connected backwards Clean filter If filter is clean check for chemical buildup under rubber diaphragm in gauge protector or at gauge inlet hole if diaphragm is broken Replace diaphragm is broken clean hose leading to agitation gauge if necessary With pump operating clean hose leading to control box gauge by using ball valve located on remote magnet mount Check for cracked pump suction housing and volute housing Re place if necessary Pump could be losing prime Tighten all hose clamps fittings and valves on suction side of pump Check that the air clean out valve is closed With pump operating clean hose leading to control box gauge by using ball valve located on remote magnet mount If fluctuation occurs only when tank level is low LI could by caused by vigorous agitation or whirlpools in tank Turn agitation head so jets are aimed toward corners of tank To empty tank while spraying turn off agitation ball valve while spraying the last few gallons Fluctuations in engine speed will cause pressure to change Make sure that engine speed is constant If a filter is installed on suction side of pump clean this filter Check for foreign matter blocking the tank or floating inside of pump suction line Onh drive units check hydraulic fluid level Add fluid if ed nee 28 Problem 4 Agitation gauge registers pressure but control box
25. ITION SOME PHOTOGRAPHS MAY SHOW SHIELDS REMOVED FOR PUR POSES OF CLARITY NEVER OPERATE THIS IMPLEMENT WITHOUT ALL SHIELDS IN PLACE TRAILER SPRAYER Operator s Manual Table of Contents SECTION Warranty 2 4 Basic Operations 12 Federal Laws and Regulations 3 Turf Application Guide 16 Dealer Preparation Check List 4 Field Adjustments 19 I Salely 5 General Operations 21 Safety Decals 5 Maintenance And Lubrication 24 2 Introduction 8 26 3 Assembly and Set up 10 Troubleshooting 27 Torque Specifications 34 RETAIL CUSTOMER S RESPONSIBILITY UNDER THE LOCKE TURF INC WARRANTY It is the Retail Customer and or Operator s responsibility to read the Operator s Manual to operate lu bricate maintain and store the product in accordance with all instructions and safety procedures Fail ure of the operator to read the Operator s Manual is a misuse of this equipment It is the Retail Customer and or Operator s responsibility to inspect the product and to have any part s repaired or replaced when continued operation would cause damage or excessive wear to other parts or cause a safety hazard It is the Retail Customer s responsibility to deliver the produ
26. SINCE 1928 Sprayer Ope nual Locke Turf 307 Highway 52E Opp Alabama 36467 334 493 1300 CONGRATULATIONS You have invested in the best implement of its type on the market today The care you give your Locke Turf implement will greatly determine your satisfaction with its performance and its service life We urge a careful study of this manual to provide you with a thorough understanding of you new implement before operating as well as suggestions for opera tion and maintenance If your manual should become lost or destroyed Locke Turf will be glad to provide you with a new copy Order from Locke Turf 307 Highway 52E Opp Alabama 36467 As and Authorized Locke Turf dealer we stock genuine Locke Turf parts which are manufactured with the same precision and skill as our original equipment Our trained service personnel are well informed on meth ods required to service Locke Turf equipment and are ready and able to help you Should you require additional information or assistance please contact us YOUR AUTHORIZED LOCKE TURF DEALER BECAUSE LOCKE TURF MAINTAINS AN ONGOING PROGRAM OF PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE IMPROVEMENTS IN DESIGN OR CHANGES IN SPECIFICATIONS WITHOUT INCURRING ANY OBLIGATION TO INSTALL THEM ON UNITS PREVIOUSLY SOLD BECAUSE OF THE POSSIBILITY THAT SOME PHOTOGRAPHS IN THIS MANUAL WERE TAKEN OF PROTOTYPE MODELS PRODUCTION MODELS MAY VARY IN SOME DETAIL IN ADD
27. an electrical system check on the boom solenoids and pressure control switch The sole noid switches will emit an audible click when the switch is opened or closed The pressure control valve will make noise when the pressure control adjustment switch is engaged If any part fails refer to Troubleshooting section starting on page 26 Turn all switches off when finished with this step Open the pump suction valve Open the agitation valve Refer to Figure 5 1 if you are not sure whether a valve is open or closed Figure 5 1 Valve Position Identification Figure 5 1 Valve Position Identification P uia NR Pa en 4 Y 10 11 21 LAM in lt q Vi Open Ju V 1 S alves 9 NO Sec P gt 3 E id Ey Open the manual pressure control valve located next to the electric pressure control valve Extend the boom sections Check with the Boom Operator s manual if you are unfamiliar with the operation of the boom If using a level float boom remove the locking pin Some booms are equipped with a ball valve at each nozzle If so equipped open these valves To operate the turf boom at a 15 width fold the outer sections of the boom and close the ball valves in front of the nozzles in the outer sections Note this option is not present on all booms Attach water hose to the anti siphon fill a
28. anty sheet should be filled out by the boom sections Excess system pressure returns liq OWner and dealer at the time of purchase uid to the tank for continuous agitation through the completion give the dealer the white bypass section of the solenoid valves on standard and send the pink copy to Locke Turf control units only The liquid is constantly filtered Keep your copy in the manual for use when through an in line Tee Jet filter corresponding with the dealer To order a new Operator s or Parts Manual contact your authorized dealer or write to the address listed below in the Owner Assistance Features Include e Heavy duty frame built from 14 gauge formed steel paragraph Include the model and serial 9 Rugged low profile 200 or 300 gallon polyethylene numbers of your unit tank 9 A two inch diameter anti siphon fill kit with anti spill The information contained within this manual knife gate valve and fill tube extending to the bottom of was current at the time of printing Some the tank to prevent foaming parts may change slightly to assure you of 9 Hy Pro pump with air blow out valve to easily clean the best performance plumbing lines and purge plumbing system for winter storage e Jet nozzle bodies e In Line Tee Jet filter e Electric pressure regulating valve Standard control units only e Electrically operated three way solenoid directional control valves with throttling valves to maintain co
29. ce smaller droplets For less drift of for chemicals that need to reach the oil surface select the nozzle that uses lower pressure This will produce larger droplets For exam ple your desired gallon per thousand square feet GPT application rate is 1 01 GPT at 4 miles per hour Refer to the nozzle charts in the Tee Jet manual Find the ounces per minute output for the nozzles to be used See the Tee Jet manual 5 With water in the sprayer catch the nozzle output at the desired pressure for one minute For large nozzles catch the output for 30 seconds and multiply the amount by two 6 Ifthe nozzle is not within the limit check for obstructions or wear in the orifices of the noz zle Take the cap off the nozzle clean the orifices with a toothpick or brush and retest If several nozzles test the same but are not within limits a faulty gauge may be the problem If two or more nozzles are outside the limit it is a good indication that all of your nozzles may be warn In this case it would be advisable to replace all the nozzles with new nozzles Miles Per Hour Calibration To determine true ground speed use the following table Miles per Hour Calibration with the sprayer half filled with water When measuring the speed of your vehicle al ways simulate current spraying conditions as close as possible Miles Per Hour Calibration Seconds Seconds to Travel to Travel 200 feet 200 feet 16 Calibration Method
30. cke Turf Sprayer is equipped with a Tee Jet filter to remove unwanted particles from the systme and prevent the hoses from becoming clogged The filter is located on the output line of the cen trifugal pump and before the manual pressure ad justment valve It filters the chemical solution being sprayed To clean out the filter unscrew the main body re move screen and clean with clear water Driving and Parking 1 Park your sprayer in an area where you will not hit power lines building etc when boom is folded DANGER Contact with electrical power lines can cause death by electrocution 2 Don t leave the sprayer unattended in an area where unauthorized persons may tamper with the sprayer tank contents or controls 3 Don t leave a filled sprayer without tagging or somehow identifying the contents Someone may mistake a chemical filled tank for water and spray unwanted areas Do not exceed 20 mph transporting your sprayer 4 Do not unnecessarily transport sprayer while filled with chemical mixture 15 Sprayer Pre Calibrations General Guidelines 1 2 Wear proper protective clothing as described in Personal Safety Equipment on page 6 From the chemical manufacturer s label and field conditions select a spray application rate and an operating speed IMPORTANT If you are unsure of what you are doing get help Do not guess at application rates 3 Be familiar with the type of chemical you are
31. ct to the authorized Locke Turf distributor from whom he purchased it for service or replacement of defective parts that are covered by warranty Repairs to be submitted for warranty consideration must be made within fort five 45 days of failure It is the Retail Customer s responsibility for any cost incurred by the Dealer for traveling to or hauling of the product for the purpose of performing a warranty obligation or inspection UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS DANGER Indicates an imminently WARNING Indicates a potentially CAUTION Indicates a potentially Hazardous situation which if not avoid hazardous situation which if not hazardous situation which if not Ed will result in death or serious injury Avoided could result in death or avoided may result in minor or This signal word is to be limited to the serious injury Moderate injury It may also be Most extreme situations Used to alert against unsafe Practices IMPORTANT FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS CONCERNING EMPLOYERS EMPLOYEES AND OPERATIONS This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of the following federal laws and regula tions It is not intended as a legal interpretation of the laws and should not be considered as such U S Public Law 91 596 The Williams Steiger Occupational and Health Act of 1970 OSHA This Act Seeks lo assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the nation safe and healthful working conditions and
32. ctured to prevent future use An alternative is to jet rinse or pressure rinse the container IMPORTANT Any washing or mixing that pro duces contaminated liquid should take place at an appropriate mixing site Chemically contami nated liquid should be captured in a holding tank for proper disposal and not be allowed to run off where it may contaminate fresh water sources 7 Check the condition of hoses and connections frequently Release system pressure before working on the sprayer by shutting off the pump and flipping the individual boom section switches on the control box Always wear rubber gloves MC Ai sud dick YEE x3 rw om H Mes we 29 gt E d s 89595 cd ba gt a jt went fet Sx ras BE z e B e X Sei rut t when making repairs or adjustments to the spraying components 8 If your sprayer boom is equipped with a level float pin remove it before operating the sprayer The boom will float over the con tours of the ground more effectively and mini mize stress on the boom Apply spray when the wind is 5 mph or less Minimize drift by using nozzle tips with the largest practical openings and by operating the sprayer boom at the lowest practical pres sure 10 Drive at the same speed you used in your calibration Refer to Miles Per Hour Calibra tion in the Tee Jet manual
33. d adjustment is the key to the long life of any implement With careful and sys tematic inspection you can avoid costly downtime and repair Equipment Clean Up Cleaning your sprayer is one of the most important parts of a regular maintenance program Nozzles should be cleaned with a low pressure air hose and replaced when out of tolerance Have a source of water near by so you can clean the spray tank and applicator out in a suitable location Never wash tank out in the yard or at a car wash Dispose of leftover chemical in the same manner described on the manufacturer s label of the chemi cal last used in the sprayer Rinse out the tank and spray the rinse water on the last area that was sprayed Lubrication Legend m Multipurpose Multipurpose opray Lube Grease Lube 24 While the sprayer is being flushed at eh field turn the boom section switches on to flush the nozzles then turn them off to flush out the throttling valves and bypass lines Repeat this procedure several times Periodically clean each throttling valve by unscrewing the adjustment knob until it stops Flush it with the fresh water by operating the pump with the boom section switches off Reset the solenoid throttling valves a described in Solenoids amp Throt tling Valves on page 19 The boom pressure gauge has a ball valve that is used to clean out any chemical that has built up un der the gauge protector With the sprayer tank full
34. e size One oversized nozzle will result in over application Check nozzle spacing Check control box gauge Overlap of rows may be too great causing double application in some area Check levels in tank Less than calculated amount would falsely indicate over application Check for worn nozzles Nozzles should be within 10 of specs Replace if necessary Check for possible wheel slippage 30 Problem 13 14 15 16 Not enougn material is be ing applied rate is not as calibrated Nozzle flows across boom are inconsistent and vary several ounces high or low Diaphragm check valves at nozzles will not stay open while spraying Nozzles continue to spray or EDDIE after boom is turned off Solution a Hecheck calibration b Ground speed is faster than calibrated speed Recheck speed a a a a using method in application guide Nozzle size smaller than size used for calibration If the pressure at the manifolds and nozzles is less than pres sure at the control box gauge 3 feed lines to booms may need to be cleaned Check for worn nozzles Nozzles should be within 10 of specs Replace if necessary Check the travel pattern Not overlap during spraying may result in under application by leaving areas unsprayed Check control box gauge IF actual rate is less than gauge indi cates suspect a faulty gauge Check levels
35. fill basket 2 anti siphon fill assembly w quick disconnect 24 20 TeeJet Nozzles Manually operated electrically controlled standard TeeJet 744A One 3 1 2 0 100 psi liquid filled gauge One 2 1 2 0 100 psi liquid filled gauge TeeJet 844 Hy Pro Vehicle PTO driven Engine Drive optional 26 Quick Troubleshooting Use this chart to help diagnose problems with the sprayer Problem Pressure Decreasing Pressure Fluctuating Pressure Increasing Pressure Cannot Increase No Pressure Pressure Cannot Decrease Solution Rebuild or replace pump Clean hose and reduce cause of clogging Clean out or replace filter Open gauge clean out valve and flush gauge protector Remove obstruction from clogged area Align agitators properly Replace pump housing Remove material with soft brush or air Remove obstruction from clogged area Use cable ties to position hose so it will not kink Reduce swath width by nozzle reduction install smaller Nozzles amp drive at a lower rate of speed Replace or repair Test switch and replace if faulty Replace fuse Open the manual pressure valve all the way and allow the electric ball valve to govern the pressure Make sure all tank shut off valves are open Tighten fittings so pump can prime Replace hose Remove obstruction Switch hydraulic hoses in the pump outlet Tighten PTO coupler Check that the agitator valve is open and that the liquid is being agitated 27
36. g causing a drip between the volute housing and aluminum bearing housing the seal may be covered with gritty chemical residue If the ceramic part of the seal is cracked the pump may have been run dry If the pump seal spring does not firmly attach to the impeller during assembly it will come out of alignment and cause the seal to leak In this case the impeller will need replacement Any damage to the pinion shaft may cause pump leak age If the pump is not leaking it can be pressure tested by closing the agitation valve and the manual pressure control valve to build up maximum pump pressure At high engine speed the pump pressure should reg ister 70 80 psi on the agitation gauge If pressure fluctuates the impeller may be loose or clogged with debris The impeller can be opened and cleaned by removing six screws in the back side of the impeller Carefully inspect the fiberglass housing for cracks especially around the webs and bolt holes Air leaks will prevent the pump from building up pressure 25 SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Type of Sprayer Model Number Weight Empty without boom Weight Filled w water without boom Available Booms Tank Poly Boom Nozzle Height Nozzle Spacing Nozzles Controls Pump Drive Trailer Sprayer TR20 200 gallon poly TR30 300 gallon poly 20 Level Float Boom Manual Fold or 20 Electric Fold Boom 200 gallon or 300 gallon low profile oval w 16 hinged lid
37. he ma chine EMPLOYEE TRACTOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Securely fasten your seat belt if the tractor has a ROPS 5 Watch where you are going especially at row ends on roads and around trees 2 Where possible avoid operating the tractor near 6 Do not permit others to ride Ditches embankments and holes 7 Operate the tractor smoothly jerky 3 Reduce speed when turning crossing slopes and turns starts or stops on rough slick or muddy surfaces 8 Hitch only to the drawbar and hitch 4 Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation points recommended by tractor manufacturers 9 When tractor is stopped set brake securely and use park lock if available Child Labor Under 16 Years Old Some regulations specify that no one under the age of 16 sixteen may operate power machinery is your re sponsibility to know what these regulations are in you own area or situation Refer to U S Dept of Labor Employ ment Standard Administration Wage amp Home Division Child Labor Bulletin 102 DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST Trailer Sprayer BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE The following check list should be completed Use the Operator s Manual as a guide Assembly completed All Appropriate locations lubricated All shields in place and in good condition All fasteners torqued to specifications given in Torque Chart All decals in place and readable See decal page Overall condition good i e paint welds
38. heck the hoses pumps valves and fittings for any leaks A CAUTION NEVER USE FIGERS HANDS OR ANY PART 0 FY OUR BODY TO INSPECT THE SPRAYER IF YOU SUPECT A LEAK USE A PIECE OF THICK PAPER CARD STOCK OR CARDBOARD INSTEAD OF YOUR FINGERS TO FIND THE LEAK MAKE SURE YOU ARE WEARING ADEQUATE EYE PROTEC TION WHEN VISUALLY INSTECTING FOR LEAKS HIGH PRESSUER LIQUID CAN EASILY PENETRATE SKIN Inspect all parts of the sprayer for wear and rust Re pair and paint parts as necessary Pump Maintenance amp Repair The Hy Pro pump also refer to Hy Pro Pump Manual is designed for long life and service Eventually there may be a need to replace the mechanical seal or ser vice some component of the pump A mechanical seal may weep slightly but if it starts to drip the pump will have to be disassembled Before you disassemble the pump be sure to wash it out with fresh water If the pump is leaking before you remove it from the sprayer run the pump with adequate water in the tank to diagnose the actual pump problem If fluid leaks out between the suction housing and the pump volute housing the housing gasket may be dried out Give the gasket adequate time to absorb moisture and swell up If necessary retighten the volute housing by alter nating on opposite sides until all nuts are torqued to 16 18 ft lbs It is a good practice to apply grease to both sides of the gasket to prevent shrinkage If the pump seal is leakin
39. itches on the control box are turned on or off When a boom section switch is turned to the off posi tion the electric solenoid is de energized and the valve is closed diverting the flow back into the tank sum To insure that the flow going to the boom section and the flow going back to the tank s sump are the same a throttling valve is used to adjust the flow returning to the suction inlet of the pump If the throttling valves are not set equally their flows are not equal and every time the boom section switch is flipped the pressure will either rise or decrease in the other boom sections causing the sprayer to over or under apply chemical in those boom sections To set the three solenoid throttling valves refer to Cali brating the Throttling Valves in General Operations section starting on page 21 Pressure Adjustments Manual Control System Only One fo the most important areas of controlling the sprayer accuracy is to have the proper pressure when spraying Refer to Pre setting the Pressure Control Valves in General Operations section stating on page 21 The pressure is determined when the sprayer is cali brated Refer to Calibration Method 1 in the Turf Application Guide section starting on page 16 The electric pressure control valve is used to adjust the pressure to the booms It is controlled with the Pressure adjust switch on the control box The boom pressure is displayed by the boom pressure gauge To ad
40. just the pressure hold the pressure adjust toggle switch up for more pressure down for less pressure When the manual pressure adjustment valve is fully opened the pressure adjust switch is very sensitive To decrease the sensitivity of the pressure adjust Set the manual pressure adjustment valve To set the manual pressure adjustment valve fully open the electric pressure control valve with the pres sure adjustment switch Close the manual pressure adjustment valve so the pressure is about 20 psi greater than the desired application pressure With this valve set it will decrease the flow through the electric pressure control valve and reduce the sensitivity of the pressure adjustment switch Solenoid Valve Adjustment Refer to Figure 4 1 NEVER REMOVE THE THROTTLING VALVE FROM THE VALVE BODY WITH CHEMICAL IN THE SPRAYER DOING SO WILL CAUSE A CHEMICAL SPILL AND WILL EXPOSE YOU TO THE CHEMI CALS CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY AND DAM AGE TO SURROUNDING VEGETATION AND OR PROPERTY The solenoid valves must be properly adjusted in order for the valve to stay open for long periods of time while spraying Also if the solenoid is out of adjustment the valve may leak through the bypass port If sections of the boom switch off by themselves during spraying and the coil 1 is hot the valve is out of ad justment This can be corrected by adjusting the arma ture stop Valve Adjustment Procedure Make sure that the Boom Control Swi
41. m before operating sprayer If the sprayer is left with guards removed tag the unit so it is not used by others until it is re paired Before working on servicing or making adjustments on the sprayer always disengage power shut off engine make sure all moving parts have stopped and all pressure in the system is relieved Do not work on the hoses nozzles or plumbing components with the exception of the throttling Personal Safety Equipment Locke Turf advises all users of chemical pesticides or herbicides to use the following personal safety equip ment Always follow the chemical label instructions your safety and the effectively of the product depends upon your actions Waterproof wide brimmed hat Face shield goggles or full face respirator Goggles with side shields or a full face respirator is required if handling or applying dusts wettable powders or gran ules or if being exposed to spray mist Waterproof apron Valve while the pump is running or the hoses are pressurized Shut off the pump and release sys tem pressure by turning the boom section switches on before working on individual compo nents Do not grease or oil implement while it is in use After repairing or adjusting make sure all tools have been removed from the implement before attempting to operate it 6 Never use or store chemicals where children or pets could be exposed WARNING 4 Do not touch the sprayer components with your
42. n stant spraying pressure when one or two sections of the boom are shut off Standard control units only e Agitation line pressure gauge to monitor the fourport hydraulic staniless steel agitator head IMPORTANT Information related to its proceed e Control box with Master Pressure Adjust and ing topic that the author feels would be of use Terminology Right or Left as used in this manual is deter mined by facing the direction the machine will travel while in use unless otherwise stated NOTE A special point of information related to its preceding topic Read and note this information before continuing Owner Assistance Satisfied with the service received the following actions are suggested If customer service or repair parts are required contact your local Locke Turf dealer They have trained personnel repair parts and the equipment needed to service your implement First discuss the matter with your dealership service manager Make sure he is aware of any problems you may have and that they have had the opportunity to assist you These parts have been specially designed and should only be replaced with genuine Locke Turf parts 2 If you are still not satisfied seek out the owner or General Manager or the dealership and ex plain the problem and request assistance Serial Number Plate Refer to the Figure below for the location of your serial number plate For prompt service always use the serial number a
43. n error in the gauge nozzle spacing nozzle height vehicle speed or nozzle wear Useful Formulas amp Conversions GPM TO OPM CONVERSIONS GPM GALLONS PER MINUTE X 128 OPM OUNCES PER MINUTE EXAMPLE 0 5 GPM X 128 64 OPM OPM O GPM CONVERSIONS OPM OUNCES PER MINUTE 128 GPM GALLONS PER MINUTE EXAMPLE 32 OPM 128 0 25 GPM AREA COVERAGE A 20 WIDE BOOM STANDARD FOR TURF SPRAYERS COVER 2 4 ACRES PER 1 MILE OF TRAVEL GALLONS PER HOUR TO GALLONS PER MINUTE CONVERSION GPM GPA x MPH x W 5940 W NOZZLE SPACING IN INCHES GALLONS PER MIINUTE TO GALLONS PER HOUR CONVERSION 5940 x GPM PER NOZZLE MPH x W W NOZZLE SPACING IN INCHES Spraying Solutions Other Than Water EXAMPLE Calculation for spraying nitrogen It is desired to apply 34 GPA gallons per acre of nitrogen in 20 rows 2896 N density if 10 65 ib gal from the chart above The calculations in this section are based on spray ing water which weighs 8 34 pounds per U S gal lon The conversion factors in the table must be used when spraying solutions which are heavier or lighter than water In order to determine the proper size nozzle for the solution to be sprayed multiply the desired GPM or of solution by the water rate conversion factor Then use the new con verted GPM or GPA rate to select the proper size nozzle From the Density Conversion Table we find the conversion factor for 2896 nitrogen is 1 13
44. nd model number when ordering parts from you Locke Turf dealer Be sure to include your serial number and model number in correspondence also 3 Forfurther assistance beyond that provided by your dealer you may contact Locke Turf Inc Customer Service 307 Highway 52E Opp AL 36467 www locketurf com Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new machine If for any reason you are not Serial Number Plate Location Assembling The Sprayer Tools and Equipment Needed e Hoist or Floor jack rated for at least 2 000 lbs e SAE wrenches 9 A helper to assist in moving the sprayer Refer to Figure 1 1 Figure 1 1 Pa m 307 55 LRN S UN gt a d 5 44 si P L ORF SS p TY 1 e SA 9j Figure 1 2 Mounting the Control Box Refer to Figure 1 2 The magnet mount should be attached to a con venient location on the towing vehicle fender hood etc CORN EN rN bel p ry Y 1 I PA ps e m 4 y X S V E d gt SS L bo j 7 NY 10 uonejedo euun ep jou feuoido si uiejs s 0 asim anjg anid swajshs BurnuBr1 JOJORI OJ A quassy J lONUOD Vtt ON 5965
45. nished with the left boom section proceed to the center boom section Turn the left boom section on the center boom section off and the right boom section on Adjust the center throttling valve in the same manner as the one just completed 9 When finished with the center boom section adjust the right boom section Turn the right section off the center and left boom sections on and calibrate the gray valve in the same manner All three throttling valves are now set to maintain constant boom pressure regardless of which boom sections are turned on When spraying at high gallon rates or extremely viscous spray solutions you may see the pressure rise when all three seciton s of the boom are turned off This condi tion is caused by too much fluid trying to bypass back to the tank agitation As long as the boom pressure re turns to the desired gauge pressure when one or more boom sections are on there are no adverse effects on spraying accuracy Adding the Chemicals NOTE These procedures are general guidelines for mixing chemicals Carefully follow the manufacturer s instruc tions and use these steps in addition when applicable IMPORTANT If you have not calibrated your sprayer do so before starting this section 1 If using a wettable powder make a slurry a sepa rate container by adding water to the chemical in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 2 Add the slurry to the sprayer tank with the pump running
46. of water and the pump running open the ball valve and allow the water to run in a bucket After the liq uid coming out of the hose turns clear turn off the ball valve and dumb the contents of the bucket into the sprayer tank 50 Multipurpose Intervals At Which Oil Lube Lubrication is Required GEAR CASING on models equipped with PTO pump only IMPORTANT Replace oil plug with vented plug before operating pump for proper ventilation Side plugs are not oil level indica tors Gear case operating capacity is 6 oz Phillube SAE 80W90 or equivalent Overfilling may cause gear case damage General Maintenance Information CAUTION BEFORE SERVICING OR MAKING ADJUSTMENTS ON THE SPRAYER ALWAYS DISENGAGE POWER SHUT OFF THE ENGINE MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED AND ALL PRESSURE IN THE SYSTEM IS RELIEVED Check the conditions of hoses and connections fre quently Release the system pressure before working on the sprayer To release the pressure Flip the boom section switches on and off without the pump running Always wear rubber gloves when making re pairs or adjustments Make sure all personal Safety Equipment gloves goggles etc listed in page 6 is stored in an easily accessible place but protected from potential contamination from dust or chemicals Check the sprayer for any loose bolt pins and hose clamps Check the straps holding the tank in place and tighten when necessary C
47. ommended Torque in Foot Pounds Newton Meters WRENCH BOLT DIAMETER SAE SAE SAE SIZE IN IN AND GRADE 2 GRADE 5 GRADE 8 AMERICAN THREAD SIZE Bolt Head Markings suy 1 08 7 16 6 8 10 13 14 18 ves 508 Ses 27187 Jk 2 27 ae 9 16 3 8 24 UNF 23 31 35 47 49 66 C _ 5 8 7 16 14 32 43 49 66 70 95 a d 5 8 36 49 55 75 78 106 EN S SAE Grade 2 3 4 1 2 13 UNC 49 66 76 103 106 144 No Dashes 3 4 1 2 20 UNF 55 75 85 115 120 163 7 8 9 16 12 UNC 70 95 109 148 153 207 78 205 209 E 22257 1 1 8 144 195 266 360 376 509 umi SAE Grade 5 1 5 16 430 583 606 821 ind pus 91088 1 1 2 644 873 909 1232 so m 050 x d 1 1 2 721 977 1019 1381 1 11 16 354 480 795 1077 1288 1745 Y 111716 1 1 8 12 UNE 397 538 890 1206 1444 1957 Wrench AAS 17 8 500 678 1120 1518 1817 2462 See A VN SAE Grade 8 1 7 8 1241 1682 2013 2728 6 Dashes 2 1 16 655 887 1470 1992 2382 3228 2 1 4 1 1 2 6 UNC 3161 4283 2 1 4 1 1 2 12 UNF 979 1327 2194 2973 3557 4820 Proper torque for American fasteners used on Locke Turf equipment METRIC Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds Newton Meters s WRENCH BOLT ASTM ASTM ASTM ASTM d SIZE DIA 8 8 9 8 10 9 mm mm p 5 1 6 9 6 5 8 8 4 6 Wench 13 WTE 1 1 14 40
48. ove the nozzles from the check valve bodies and flush the boom feed lines briefly by turning the boom sections on This will remove any debris that may accumulate in the feed lines Turn the boom sections off inspect the check valves and dia phragms and replace the nozzles 18 Visually inspect nozzle spray patterns for streaking or plugged nozzles Clean or replace worn or dam aged nozzles as needed Set the nozzle angle at 20 degrees rearward Calibrating The Throttling Valves Refer to Figure 5 2 1 Start by closing all three gray throttling valves by loosening the jam nut and tightening the knobs all the way down and then backing off each knob one complete turn Do not use excessive pressure 2 Start the engine and turn the master switch on 3 on all three boom section switches at the con trol box 4 Adjust the pressure adjust switch on the control bow until the nozzle pressure measures 20 PSI as indi cated on the large gauge at the control box 5 Turn the left boom section off Leave the other two sections on This will cause the boom pressure to increase at the other town boom sections 22 6 Adjust the gray knob on the left throttling valve until the pressure again measures 20 PSI on the large gauge Firmly lock the gray jam nut against the knob to hold the knob s position 7 Turn the left boom section on and off several times If the pressure does not stay at 20 PSI readjust the gray knob 8 When fi
49. ozzle flow to deter mine pressure drop Swap agitation gauge and control box gauge to check for faulty gauge c Check for clogged or pinched boom feed lines from solenoids d Inspect electric solenoid valves to see that they are opening and closing properly Page 19 Solenoid valves require 12 volts to n properly EE alves may need cleaning adjustment repair kit or a new coil Low voltage or a weak battery will result in valves not opening com pletely 29 Problem 8 10 Suspect faulty control box gauge because pressure changes when turning off boom sections After correctly setting the EAE valves boom pres sure will not stay constant when a section of the boom is turned off Cannot increase boom pres sure to desired setting al though pump and plumbin systems are set and operat ing correctly Plumbing Problems 11 12 Flow to one boom section is different than flow to other boom sections as con firmed by catching flows of each nozzle Too much material is being applied rate is not as cali brated Solution a a a b Reduce flow to agitation by paria y closing agitation valve Make Throttling valves are becoming plugged Open gray throttling valve with nozzles turned off and allow flow to flush out valves for about 15 seconds per valve Reset throttling valves Throttling valves are becomin Unscrew gray knob on throttling valve with boom section
50. pe of drive is powered by the vehi cle s PTO shaft The PTO shaft is manually operated by the driver and once engaged turns regardless of gear selection The speed of the PTO is directly proportional to engine speed Higher engine RPM results in higher PTO and pump speed and ultimately higher system pressure 70 Ibs PSI Max for spraying 14 IMPORTANT Do not use the vehicle s PTO con trol to control the spraying action When the PTO is disengaged the pump stops turning all agitation of the chemical stops and the sprayer loses system pressure Use the MASTER on off switch of the boom section switches to control spraying action Anti Siphon Fill Assembly A CAUTION When filling the sprayer tank make sure that the anti siphon holes in the side of the tube are clear and open The anti siphon device pre vents the solution in the tank form infiltrating into the fresh water source and contaminating it Your Locke Turf Sprayer tank is filled form the top through a standard 1 1 2 Cam Lock coupler 1 To fill the tank first make sure that the tank drain valve is closed Open the knife valve on the fill assembly 2 Connect the fresh water hose to the quick fill camlock coupler Make sure that the anti siphon holes in the side of the fill tube are clear and open 3 Turn the water on and fill the tank Do not al low the tank to fill unattended When filled close the knife valve 4 Clean and fill the handwash tank
51. s turned off and allow to flow to flush out valves for at least 15 seconds per valve Reset the throttling valves when finished Look for a restriction in the bypass line between the throttling valves and the tank If nozzle pressure returns to normal when one or more boom sections are turned on spraying accuracy is unaffected Check GPM flow to be sure that pump has the capacity to spray the desired volume Change to smaller size nozzles sure that there is still adequate agitation arter adjusting Check to be sure that manual pressure control vavle is open Increase engine RPM to increase pump output a Low Flow Check the boom feed line for that boom section for blockage or kinks Inspect check valves nozzles metered manifold and electric solenoid valves for obstructions and chemi cal buildup Remember ow voltage or a weak battery will result in valves not opening completely Check hose length leading to manifold If hose length is considerably longer than other sec tions cut hose length to match length of other boom sections High flow Check the boom feed line for that boom section for length If feed line is much shorter than other boom sections replace with longer line Check to see that all nozzles are the same size a Recheck calibration b Ground speed is slower than calibrated soeed Recheck speed using method in application guide Check to make sure all nozzles are correct and the sam
52. sitivity There are tank shut off valves at every tank outlet so that if there is a leak the contents of the tank can be secured and a chemical spill avoided These valves except for the tank drain valve need to be fully open when the sprayer is in use Pressure Adjustment Valves NOTE Refer to Sprayer Parts Manual if you need help identify ing specific sprayer components The plumbing system is equipped with two pressure ad justment valves electric and manual The two valves work together and understanding how they work is im portant to proper sprayer operation The Electric Pressure Control Valve The primary purpose of this valve is to allow the opera tor to adjust boom pressure while spraying The electric pressure control is a 12 volt DC operated butterfly type valve Itis controlled by the pressure adjust switch on the control box When the switch is engaged electric current travels through the gearbox controlling the valve saucing the butterfly mechanism to move The valve has no stops and can be adjusted a full 360 degrees The Manual Pressure Control Valve The main purpose of this valve is to reduce the sensitiv ity of the electric pressure control valve so that small movements of the butterfly valve mechanism won t re sult in uncontrollable changes in boom pressure With out the manual pressure control valve toggling the pres sure adjust switch just a few times will result in fast pres sure changes in
53. ssembly Make sure the knife valve is open and fill the tank at least 1 3 full more if performing complete sys tems check 12 Start the vehicle s engine and pump engine if so equipped turn the master switch on turning on the pump and set the throttle to maintain a minimum of 50 PSI on the agitation gauge If agitation pressure does not rise immediately prime the pump by bleed ing air through the air clean out valve Open the air clean out valve and insert sharp object on the air valve core to let air escape for ten seconds or until water is seen at the valve Close the air clean out valve An alternative method is to slightly open the filter clean out valve closing it once water is seen at the valve 13 Visually inspect hoses and all connections for leaks 14 Refer to Tee Jet manual to determine pressure and speed for desired chemical application rates 15 Turn the boom section switches on and adjust the manual pressure control valve to 10 20 PSI above the desired operating pressure This reduces the sensitivity of the electric pressure control valve and allows more precise adjustment from the control box 16 Calibrate throttling valves as described in the next section Calibration is not necessary every time the sprayer is used but must be performed after chemi cal changes and to ensure the system is operating properly It does not harm the system to recalibrate the throttling valves each time the sprayer is used 17 Rem
54. tches are in the off position before continuing 2 Loosen the jam nut 2 with a box end wrench 3 While holding Jam Nut 2 turn the armature stop 3 clockwise with a large standard screwdriver 1 4 turn 4 Now turn on corresponding switch and listen for a click indication coil is energized 5 Repeat step 4 until a solid contact sound is heard This adjustment is necessary only if you have prob lems with the solenoid 6 After adjustment is made tighten jam nut 19 SOLENOID VALVE 2 v4 4 1 1 2 NPT F OUTLET 1 3 4 NPT F INLET CONN 1 2 NPT F OUTLET 2 3 4 NPT F INLET FLOW THRU CONNECTIONS CONTINUOUS FLOW General Notes for Field Operation 1 Lubricate the sprayer as needed Refer to Maintenance and Lubrication section start ing on page 24 2 When transporting the sprayer do not exceed 20 mph and do not unnecessarily transport with chemical in the tank Fasten the level float pin in the lock position if applicable before folding the boom and transporting it 3 Make sure all tank shut off valves except the tank drain are opened 4 Calibrate sprayer with water only Calibrate with the sprayer tank half full of water Refer to Tee Jet Manual 5 Adjust throttling valves on the solenoids and the manual pressure adjustment valve 6 Inspect and clean if necessary pump nozzles and filter 7 Make sure the material you wish to apply can
55. the master left center and right control switches Allow the air to blow out all boom feed lines manifolds nozzle lines check valves and nozzles A whistling sound will be heard at each nozzle when it is clear 5 Disconnect the air line and close the valves 6 Open the filter drain valve and allow any liquid and foreign material in a safe and responsible manner Cleaning the Solenoid and Throttling Valves Solenoid and throttling valves must be flushed with clean water daily to assure proper valve operation 1 With the pump running and the master switch on turn on the three boom sections to flush out sprayer nozzles 2 Turn all boom sections off to force water through the throttling valves and bypass line Repeat sev eral times 3 Periodically clean each throttling valve by unscrew ing its gray knob until it stops Allow the valve to thoroughly flush with water 4 Recalibrate the throttling valves as described in the previous section before using sprayer again IMPORTANT When finished with the sprayer make sure all switches on the control box are off Protecting the Sprayer from Freezing If the sprayer is to be stored in freezing or near freezing conditions protect the pump and plumbing system by draining and cleaning the system and pumping RV anti freeze solution through the plumbing system NOTE Locke Turf strongly recommends the use of recrea tional vehicle anti freeze Maintenance Proper servicing an
56. the water being sprayed out of the nozzle you are calibrating Measure the volume of the sample in ounces over the time it took to travel the distance in step 3 The number of ounces caught is the exact number of gallons per acre you will apply with that nozzle Distance for Each Nozzle to Spray 1 128 Acre Average Average Nozzle Nozzle Spacing Spacing Inches Inches 6 681 22 186 L 8 50 24 J 170 L 10 4088 30 136 Distance Feet Distance Feet 12 36 13 L 14 292 38 f 107 272 40 102 16 255 42 97 18 227 48 85 _ 20 224 c ce Calibration Method 3 To double check the accuracy of your sprayer the fol lowing instructions provide another method of calibra tion 1 Measure 200 feet and determine the number of seconds required to travel this distance under field conditions with implements in working condition Place graduated container or pre weighed con tainer under one nozzle and catch the discharge for 1 minute Divide 128 into the number of fluid ounces caught 128 fluid ounces equals one gal lon EXAMPLE 1 nozzle every 20 standard for all turf booms EXAMPLE Gallons per acre 5940 x Gallon per minute Nozzle spacing in inches x Miles per Hour GPA 5940 x 50 20x5 GPA 2970 100 GPA 29 7 The above information will assure you of a check for accurate application in the event there is a
57. to preserve our human resources DUTIES Sec 5 a Each employer 1 shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazard that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees 2 shall comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under this Act a Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules regulations and orders issued pursuant to this Act which are applicable to his own actions and conduct OSHA Regulations Current OSHA regulations state in part At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter the em ployer shall instruct every employee in the safe operation and servicing of all equipment with which the employee is or will be involved These will include but are not limited to instructions to Keep all guards in place when the machine is in operations Permit no riders on equipment Stop engine disconnect the power source and wait for all machine movement to stop before servicing adjusting cleaning or unclogging the equipment except where the machine must be running to be properly serviced or maintained in which case the employer shall instruct employees as to all steps and procedures which are necessary to safely service or maintain the equipment Make sure everyone is clear of machinery before starting the engine engaging power or operating t
58. understand owner s manual before operating sprayer DANGER eee 2 et vts gt ue oe ivl p du a T i Some chemcials can cause serious burns 50022583 lung disease and even death To avoid READ AND FOLLOW CHEMICAL MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS Avoid contact with skin or eyes Wear proper protective equipment as required by chemical manufacturer Avoid prolonged breathing of chemical fumes Wear respirator as required by chemical manufacturer Seek medical assistance immediately if accident occurs Always read chemical labels BEFORE using Properly store chemical emptied from the tank or dispose of it by the recommendations on chemical manufacturer s label Fasten appropriate fold pins when booms are folded Never allow riders Escaping hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury when equipped with hydraulic components 50022582 CAUTION To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage from Improper Tire Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts e Maximum inflation pressure of tires is 30 psi e Torque wheel bolts to 75 lb ft 90022584 Locke Turf welcomes you to the growing family of Boom Section control switches with mounting new product owners This implement has been de bracket for attachment or Magnetic Gauge signed with care and built by skilled workers using Mount Assembly quality materials Proper assembly maintenance and 3
59. ure is changing clean hose leading o control box gauge by using ball valve located on remote magnet mount If problem persists swap agitation gauge and control box gauge to check for faulty gauge If whirring sound is not heard check electrical connections and fuse in the control box If fuse is good check with 12 volt tester to see fi pressure adjust switch is receiving current from fused wire and sending signal to the electric pressure control valve Replace switch if faulty If current is good check with 12 volt tester to see if pressure adjsut switch is receiving current from fused wire and sending signal to the electric pressure control valve Replace valve if faulty Check electric control valve operation as follows With unit spraying hold the pressure adjust switch up The pressure on the control box gauge should increase to a maximum pressure remain high for about 10 seconds and then drop to minimum pressure Check wire connections valve operation and voltage to switch and valve Replace valve if necessary Tank agitation may be restricted Check that agitation valve is open and agitator head has four jet streams shooting out Relieve excess pressure on electric pressure control valve Open electric pressure control valve to maximum pressure then close the manual control valve unit control gauge reads 15 20 psi above de sired nozzle pressure Check application guide for flow rate and catch n
60. w and to agitation by increasing pump seed Do not exceed 4000 HPM or 90 psi e Make sure chemicals were mixed properly Do not allow chemi cals to settle in tank f Agitate longer before spraying a Check housing for cracks b Housing gasket may be dried out and leaking Allow gasket time to absorb moisture and retighten bolts around housing in an even manner c Seal leaking causing drip between pump and bearing housing If pump has been run dry seal may be cracked Replace seal d Pinion shaft may be damaged at sealing surfaces Replace a Loosen end caps then retighten equally to keep internal parts from shifting b If still leaking disassemble valve and check that o rings are in good condition Replace if necessary 32 Electrical Problems Problem 23 Solenoid valves shut off or partially close while spray Ing 24 Solenoid valve will not click open but has adequate power checked by switch Ing wires to adjacent sole noids 25 Control box switches oper ate the wrong boom sec tions 26 Control box blows fuse 27 Vehicle battery low Mechanical Problems 28 Sprayer makes chattering noise when pump is turned on Solution a Check electrical connections and battery charge Valves may need cleaning armature stop adjustment repair kit or new coll Low voltage or a weak battery will result in valves not opening com pletely b Check output of alternator or battery

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