jacto - pulverizador columbia ad-18

MQUINAS AGRCOLAS JACTO S.A.Rua Dr. Luiz Miranda, 1650

17580-000 - Pompia - SP - BrasilTel.: +55 14 3405-2100Fax: +55 14 3452-1916

E-mail: [email protected] page: www.jacto.com.brOperators Manual

English version - MI-0311

EDITION - 04/2006CODE - 281758

COLUMBIA AD-18

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JACTO and COLUMBIA are trademarks registered by Mquinas Agrcolas Jacto S.A.

INTRODUCTION

The agrochemicals application is necessary to achieve higher and economic production.

However, as it is a work that can bring risks to the human being, environment and crops,

Jacto has always been concerned with the proper use of its spraying machineries in an efficient

and safe way.

Therefore, read carefully and understand thoroughly this manual before operating this

sprayer and keep it always close at hand when handling this sprayer for quick consult in case

you are not quite sure of some operation or adjustment.

Should your doubt persist, please contact your Jacto dealer.

MQUINAS AGRCOLAS JACTO S.A.CONTRIBUTING TO THE AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT.

IDENTIFICATION PLATE

Your sprayer has a plate showing its model and serial number.

This information is very important so that Jacto can keep records of eventual modifications

made on the material used and on its construction characteristics.

In requesting replacement parts or maintenance, always specify the model and serial number

of your sprayer for prompt and efficient service.

JACTO RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGNWITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS-Handling agricultural sprayers ...................................................................................................... 05-Handling chemicals ...................................................................................................................... 06-SAFETY DECALS ...................................................................................................................................... 07-SAFETY MEASURES ................................................................................................................................ 10

PRESENTATION OF SPRAYER-COLUMBIA AD-18 ........................................................................................................................ 11-Available versions of COLUMBIA AD-18....................................................................................... 12

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER-Suction filter .................................................................................................................................. 13-Spray pump .................................................................................................................................. 13-Spray control ................................................................................................................................ 14-Nozzles ........................................................................................................................................ 18-Chemical mixer ............................................................................................................................ 19-Filler unit ....................................................................................................................................... 20-Quick fitting valve (optional) .......................................................................................................... 21-Chemical container rinse nozzle .................................................................................................. 22-Spray tank rinsing ......................................................................................................................... 24-Bypass valve ................................................................................................................................ 25-Main valve ..................................................................................................................................... 25-PTO shaft ..................................................................................................................................... 26-In-line filter .................................................................................................................................... 26-Clean water tank .......................................................................................................................... 27-Low pressure gauge kit (optional) ................................................................................................ 27-Foam marker (optional) ................................................................................................................ 27

OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES ....................................................................................................... 28SETTING UP THE TRACTOR

- Adjusting the drawbar .................................................................................................................. 29 HITCHING THE SPRAYER TO THE TRACTOR

- Connecting the PTO.................................................................................................................... 30- Installing the control suport .......................................................................................................... 31

ASSEMBLING THE BOOMS .............................................................................................................. 32INSTALLING THE NOZZLES TUBES ................................................................................................. 36FITTING THE BOOM SKIDS .............................................................................................................. 37HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM....................................................................................................... 38HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OPERATION ................................................................................................. 39OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

-Spray application technology ........................................................................................................ 42-Nozzles ........................................................................................................................................ 42-Calibrating the sprayer ................................................................................................................. 47-Diluting the agrochemicals ........................................................................................................... 49-Adjusting track width and ground clearence ................................................................................. 50

MAINTENANCE-Guidelines..................................................................................................................................... 51-Components ................................................................................................................................. 51-Lubrication table ........................................................................................................................... 54-Components lubrication ............................................................................................................... 54-Lubrication points ......................................................................................................................... 55-Wide-angle CV PTO shaft (optional) ............................................................................................ 56-Conventional PTO shaft ............................................................................................................... 58-Belt/Agitator .................................................................................................................................. 59-Hydraulic control ........................................................................................................................... 59-Steel cable diagram...................................................................................................................... 60-Winter storage .............................................................................................................................. 61-Trouble-shooting .......................................................................................................................... 62

GENERAL CARE-Handling agricultural sprayers and chemicals .............................................................................. 65-After spraying ............................................................................................................................... 65

STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................ 66

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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This sprayer was carefully designed and builtso as to give you the maximum production, saving,easy operation and safety.

Therefore, you or anyone else who is going tooperate, maintain and work around this sprayer mustread and understand this manual thoroughly in orderto be familiar with all the operating and maintenanceprocedures and safety information related to thissprayer. All accidents can be prevented if all the safetyinstructions are correctly followed.

Moreover, always keep this manual close at handfor quick review in case of doubt.

- Before operating this sprayer, read carefully and understand thoroughly this manual.- Do not allow untrained people to operate this sprayer because this can cause serious injuriesor fatal accidents.- Do not modify this sprayer in an y way because t his can impair the function and risk yoursafety.- Keep away children, aged people and animals while operating, servicing this sprayer and evenwhen the sprayer is stored.- In the delivery of your sprayer, have your Jacto dealer instruct you on the assembly, operation,maintenance and warranty in detail.- Keep hands, feet and clothing away from moving parts.- Never use loose clothing or mittens while working around the sprayer.- Do not travel at high speeds.- Always stop tractor engine, disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to stopbefore servicing, adjusting or repairing the sprayer.

ATTENTION: Do not touch PTO shafts, belts, fans or any other moving part while thesprayer is running.

- Only unhitch the sprayer on firm and level ground.- Keep your sprayer in thorough repair.

ATTENTIONFAILURE TO FOLLOW THE SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS PROPERLY WILL RISK YOUROWN LIFE AS WELL AS THE LIFE OF PEOPLE

WORKING AND LIVING AROUND YOU.

This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages.When you see it, be alert to any possibility of personal injury or death.Keep all the decals on the sprayer and replace them if missing orillegible.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

HANDLING AGRICULTURAL SPRAYERSOWNER/OPERATOR:

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REDYELLOW

BLUEGREEN

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Chemical products are classified in four categories of toxicity. According to their toxicitylevel, there is a special recommendation of appropriate protective clothing.

As your safety concerns first, we list below all the protective clothing recommended forhandling chemical products of the category 1 which includes high toxicity level chemicals.

This way, all the possibilities of serious illness and death are eliminated.

CHEMICAL PRODUCTS CLASSIFICATION

Obligatory individual protective clothing for handling and spraying chemicals:- Long-sleeved working clothes- Impermeable apron or coverall- Impermeable gloves- Impermeable wide-brimmed hat- Boots- Special protective masks equipped with appropriate filters for each type of product

LABEL COLOR ONCHEMICALS CONTAINERTOXICITY LEVEL

IIIIIIIV

HIGHMODERATE

LOWLIGHT

DIRECTIONS- Read and follow all instructions on the chemicals manufacturer's label.- Keep the chemical products closed and in a dry and ventilated place.- Use the chemicals in agriculture only.- Keep away children, untrained people and animals.- Handle the chemicals following recommendations of a technician.- Always handle chemicals in a ventilated place and equipped with individual protective clothing.- Use the application rate as per instructions on the labels.- Do not make spray applications in the wind or hot weather.- Do not drink, eat or smoke while spraying or handling chemicals.- Keep children, untrained people and animals away from the application areas.- Never blow through nozzles strainers, valves or pipelines by mouth.- Do not store or transport chemicals together with food, medicines, people, animals.- Make sure rivers, lakes, etc. will not be contaminated when washing out the sprayer.- After spraying, take off all protective clothing and take a shower.- In case of poisoning, go see a doctor immediately and show him the chemicals' label.- Never medicine an unconscious person through mouth.- Do not re-use the chemicals containers for other purposes. Consult an agronomiston how to discard empty containers of chemicals.

HANDLING CHEMICALS

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DECALSSafety decals are placed on the equipment to reduce the risk of damages or accidents to

the operator or to the equipment during the use.

Before operating the equipment, identify and understand the mean of all decals, throughthis page.

Keep them in good repair, clean and legible. Replade them immediately in case of damageby ordering them through the part numbers specified below.

P/N: 276220

ATTENTION: Read theoperator's manual of thesprayer before operatingthe steel cables.

ATTENTION: Lubricationpoint

ATTENTION: Area wherethe jack must be placedto lift the equipment.

P/N: 276238

P/N: 378976

P/N: 378984

ATTENTION: Read theoperator's manual of thesprayer before operatingthe steel cables.

P/N: 379230

ATTENTION: Read theoperator's manual beforeoperating the sprayer.

ATTENTION: Risk of seriousinjuries. Do not maneuver thesprayer close to electricitysupply cables.

P/N: 378992

P/N: 379032

ATTENTION: Read theoperator's manual of thesprayer before operating thesteel cables.

P/N: 379172

ATTENTION: Be carefulwhen opening the lid of themain tank.

ATTENTION: Read theoperator's manual beforeoperating the sprayer.

P/N: 379248

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

P/N: 379024

ATTENTION: Read theoperator's manual of thesprayer before operating thesteel cables.

P/N: 379016

ATTENTION: Flow controldirectional valve. It directs theflow of the 100 or 2000-litertank to the chemical pump.

P/N: 379040

ATTENTION: Risk of injuries.Keep away from the sprayerwhen it is running.

P/N: 379057

ATTENTION: Risk of seriousinjuries. Keep away and do notmake any kind of maintenancewhile the fan is in motion andthe PTO is engaged.

P/N: 379065

ATTENTION: Risk of seriousinjuries. Keep all protectiondevices in its places.

P/N: 379073

ATTENTION: Clean water tankto wash the hands.

P/N: 379107

ATTENTION: Hydraulic oillevel indicator.

P/N: 379115

ATTENTION: Obligatory useof protective mask.

P/N: 379123

ATTENTION: Obligatory useof hearing protector.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

P/N: 379131

ATTENTION: Obligatory useof protective clothing.

P/N: 379214

ATTENTION: Maximum speedallowed for the machine is 30km/h .

P/N: 379222

ATTENTION: This machine isnot allowed in highways.

ATTENTION: Risk of seriousinjuries. Do not make anyoperation on the PTO shaft ifthe PTO is engaged.

P/N: 379008

P/N: 380014

ATTENTION: Do not get intothe main tank of the sprayer.

ATTENTION: Tirepressure table.

P/N: 379149

ATTENTION: Nuttorque table.

P/N: 379164

P/N: 013169

Final test of the equipment.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY MEASURES

ATTENTION: THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES IMPORTANT

SAFETY MESSAGES. WHEN YOU SEE IT, BE ALERT TO ANY POSSIBILITY

OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

- Keep all the protectors on their proper places.- Remove the controls installed on the tractor before disconnecting the sprayer.- Do not operate the pump without liquid.- Clean and lubricate regularly the male and female parts of the PTO shaft to reduce the frictionbetween them.- Lubricate daily the grooved shaft of the tractor's PTO.- Keep the hands, feet and clothes away from PTO shafts and any type of transmission, oncethey can cause serius injuries, even death.- Never operate the sprayer if the PTO shaft, the sprayer and the tractor's PTO protectors arenot in their proper place.- Do not exceed 580 rpm at the PTO.- The PTO shaft protector must always remain in good repair and fastened by the belts. ThePTO shaft must work freely in its interior.- The PTO shaft coupling ends must be locked on the tractor's PTO and sprayer's shaft.- Make sure the drawbar and the sprayer end are properly engaged .- Follow these recommendations strictly in order to avoid injuries or death .- Check and change the worn and broken parts. Check if all protectors are in their placesbefore operating the sprayer.- Make sure that no one is close to the machine before running the engine.- Stop the engine before leaving the operator's position to adjust, clean or lubricate, save otherrecommendation indicated on the operator's manual.- Stop the machine and all moving parts before adjusting, maintenance or when there are peopleclose to the equipment.- Do not go up on the sprayer when it is in motion.

ELECTRICITY SUPPLY CABLES- Attention when passing next or under an electricity supply cables. In case of doubt, changethe course.- Never fold and unfold the booms close to the electricity supply cables.- The sprayer must be trailed by the tractor in the farm with the spray booms folded and locked.Always place the sliding frame at the lowest position (rest position of the fixed frame).- Remove the booms of the sprayer before transporting it by wagons, trucks or trailers.

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4.5202.8204.7001440

1.800 a 2.4000.5530

2000Plastic

100Plastic

18.00.575 to 1.380

JP-1001005.64

300

Bijet (double nozzle)

20060

3737

FVS-10060

Glycerin-filledMechanicalUp to 12 km

81000

ISO VG-685.5

Length (m) ..............................................................................................Width (m)................................................................................................Maximum height (m) ..............................................................................Weight (kg) .............................................................................................Track width with tire 11.2 x 28 (m) ..........................................................- Ground clearance (m)...........................................................................- Tires pressure (psi) ..............................................................................Spray tank- Capacity (liters) ....................................................................................- Material ................................................................................................Auxiliary tank- Capacity (liters) ....................................................................................- Material ................................................................................................Booms- Length (m)............................................................................................- Working height (m) ...............................................................................Spray pump- Model...................................................................................................- Capacity ( L/min) at 540 rpm ................................................................- Power consumption ( HP) at 300 psi ....................................................In-line filter ..............................................................................................- Maximum working pressure (psi) .........................................................Nozzles- Nozzle holder with nondrip valve...........................................................- Recommended maximum pressure (psi)Cone nozzle ...........................................................................................Flat flan nozzle .......................................................................................Number of nozzles (0.5 -m spacing)- JA-2 (cone - black) ...............................................................................- ADI-110.02 (flat flan - yellow) ................................................................Filter- Model...................................................................................................- Mesh....................................................................................................Pressure gauge with extended scale .....................................................Agitation .................................................................................................Working speed (km/h) ............................................................................Hydraulic pump- Flow rate (L/min) .................................................................................- Rotation (rpm) ......................................................................................- Oil type ................................................................................................- Oil quantity (L) ......................................................................................

PRESENTATION OF SPRAYER

COLUMBIA AD-18TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

THE REQUIRED TRACTOR TO DRIVE THIS SPRAYER MUST HAVE AGROSS WEIGHT EQUAL OR ABOVE 3,440 KG.

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Chemical control .............................. MF 2000-4 CableMF 2000-4 Electric 300 PSIMF 2000-4 Lever 300 PSIMF 2000-4 Electric / Computer (JSC) 300 PSIMF 2000-4 Cable / Computer (JSC) 300 PSI

Hydraulic control ............................. LeverCableElectric

NOTE.: The controls actuation are the same for a same machine, that is, if the chemical controlis electric, so will be the hydraulic control.

In-line filter ....................................... 4 filters for 300 psi

Nozzle holder ................................... Bijet - tubeQuadrijet - tube

Nozzle spacing ................................ 35 cm50 cm

Axle ................................................. Simple 11.2 x 28 - track width: 1.80 to 2.40 metersTandem 11L-15 - track width: 1.80 metersTandem 7.5 x 16 - track width: 1.80 meters

Chemical circuit ............................... 100-liter auxiliary tank12-liter clean water tank

PTO shaft ........................................ ConventionalWide-angle CV

Options ........................................... Foam marker Filler unit

PRESENTATION OF SPRAYER

AVAILABLE VERSIONS OF COLUMBIA AD-18

DESCRIPTION CHARACTERISTIC

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MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

SPRAY PUMP- The spray pumps in the COLUMBIA - AD sprayers have capacity ranging from 100 to 150 litersper minute.

SPRAY PUMPMODEL

FLOW RATE(liters/minute)

MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE

100

150

300

300

psi kgf/cm

- Its ceramic sleeves ensure great resistance to abrasion and chemical action.Piston cup replacement becomes easier by removing the head assembly in a quick and simple

operation, with no need to remove the pump.

JP - 100

JP - 150

JP-150JP-100

SUCTION FILTER

Located between the tank and spray pump, the suction filter is specifically designed to

prevent dirt or impurities from reaching the pump.

It has a quick shut -off valve which allows easy filter cleaning, filtering elements changing

and/or pump maintenance.

FVS - 200(JP-150 pump)

FVS - 100(JP-75/100 pump)

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Your equipment can be equiped with the MASTERFLOW control, MASTERFLOW control withcable actuation, MASTERFLOW control with electric or electronic actuation. Identify in the figuresbelow which is the control installed in your sprayer and proceed as described:

- FLOW PROPORTIONAL TO ROUTINGWithin a same working gear, even if the engine

rotation is changed, the application rate per areasprayed remains unchanged.

- KEEPS THE SAME PRESSURE ALONGTHE WHOLE BOOM REGARDLESS OF NUMBER OF BOOM SECTIONS IN USE

It has a system that allows to calibrate the return of each boom section and keep constant the pressure, regardless of the number of sections on or off.

ATTENTIONIn order to ensure longer life of the pressure gauge, after calibrating the sprayer, turn off thecontrol, thus releasing the pressure, and close the pressure gauge valve.


MASTERFLOW SPRAY CONTROLBesides providing great sensitiveness and

precision in the adjustments, it has basicfunctional characteristics in relation toconventional controls.

Cable control

Masterflow control

Eletronic cable control Electric eletronic control

Electric control

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CALIBRATING THE MASTERFLOW SPRAY CONTROLTo calibrate the working pressure, proceed as follows:

01 - Engage the PTO and accelerate gradually until reaching 540 rpm.02 - Set the relief valve to the position P (pressure) - fig.A.03 - Turn the pressure regulator clockwise to increase the pressure (fig.B).04 - Turn the pressure regulator counterclockwise to decrease the pressure (fig.C).

CBA

CALIBRATING THE BOOMS:

07 -Check if there was fluctuation in the pressure registered on the pressure gauge. If so, proceedas follows:

-Loosen the fixing screw shown by the arrow (fig. E).-Turn the grip clockwise to increase the working pressure (fig. F).-Turn the grip counterclockwise to decrease the working pressure (fig. G).NOTE: The pressure must be the same as indicated previously on the pressure gauge, when

this section nozzles are on.-Once the boom section is calibrated, set the lever downward (open).-Repeat the same operation on the other boom sections in order to keep constant pressure

along the entire boom, regardless of the number of boom sections on.

E F G ATTENTION: Do notchange the enginerotation during thecalibration. A changein the rotation wouldchange the pressureon the nozzles andtherefore their flowrate.

(P)D

2 3 54

01 -Run the sprayer and set all levers to turn on thechemical flow.02 -Set the lever (no. 1) to the position P (pressure).03 -Set the levers no. 2, 3, 4 and- 5 downward.04 -Check the pressure registered on thepressure gauge.05 -Choose one of the boom sections and set tothe side the corresponding lever to turn off thechemical flow.06 -Other levers must remain set downward (open).

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(P)

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CABLE CONTROL01 - Engage the PTO and accelerate gradually until reaching 540 rpm.

02 - Set all levers to turn on the chemical flow (fig. A).03 - Turn the pressure regulator clockwise to increase the pressure in the circuit. Turn itcounterclockwise to decrease the pressure in the circuit.

NOTE: As a reference for the calibration, keep the pressure at 60 psi, for example.

ATTENTION: Set the pressure regulator needle at the reference pressure to calibrate the boomsections (Ex. 60 psi).

CALIBRATING THE PRESSURE ON THE BOOM SECTIONS:

levers setting to turnon the chemical flow

to the booms

pressure gauge (Ex. 60 psi)

pressureregulator

levers setting to turnon the chemical flow

to the booms

A

ED

C B

AB

DE

Cfig. A

01 -Choose one of the boom sections and set the corresponding lever to turn off the chemical flow.

NOTE: Other levers must remain set to continue to spray.

setting to turnoff the flow to

the boomsection

boom section off

60 psi

fig. B

CALIBRATING THE MASTERFLOW SPRAY CONTROL

To calibrate the working pressure, proceed as follows:

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02 - Check if there was fluctuation in the pressure registered on the pressure gauge (60 psi). If so,prodeed as follows:

- Loosen the fixing screw.

- Turn the grip clockwise all the

way and then counterclockwise

to set the pessure gauge needle

at 60 psi.

-Tighten the fixing screw.

Take care not to change the

grip position.

pressuregauge

(60 psi))

fixing screw

grip

fig. C


NOTE: The pressure must be the same as indicated previously on the pressure gauge (60psi),when this section nozzles are on.

- Once the boom section is calibrated, set the lever back.- Repeat the same operation on the other boom sections in order to keep constant pressure

along the entire boom.ATTENTION: Do not change the engine rotation during the calibration. A change in the rotationwould change the pressure on the nozzles and therefore their flow rate.

ELECTRIC AND/OR ELECTRONIC CONTROLTo calibrate the pressure on the control with the JSC (Jacto Sprayer Controller), the procedures

are the same, except for pressure adjustment, which in this control is not manual but made throughan electric system.

PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT:- With the pump running at 540 rpm

and the system energized, press theelectric switch until obtaining theworking pressure desired.

- To calibrate the booms sections,proceed as described above.

NOTE : The information about the sprayercontrol must be obtained in theattached manual- JSC-4000 or JSC-5000

pressure adjustmentswitch

fig. D

flow meter

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NOZZLE HOLDERS (MODELS: BIJET & QUADRIJET)The BIJET double nozzle holder is mounted with a cone and a flat fan nozzle made of ceramic.The QUADRIJET quadruple nozzle holder is mounted with two cone and two flat fan nozzles

made of ceramic.Both nozzle holders have a nondrip valve which cuts the liquid flow once the pressure drops

to 10 psi, thus preventing them from leaking.


nozzle holder(1)

flat fan nozzle

nondripvalve

conenozzle

Positioning a nozzle:- The proper position of the nozzle is at 90(vertical) in relation to the boom. To use theother nozzle, just turn the nozzle holder (1) 180.Shutting a nozzle:- Just turn the nozzle holder to set both nozzlesparallel to the boom (in the horizontal).

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nozzle holder

Positioning a nozzle:- Loosen the nut (1) with two turns. Positionthe chosen nozzle and retighten the nut.

Shutting a nozzle:- Loosen the nut (1) with two turns and turnthe nozzle holder to 45. Retighten the nut..

NOZZLESThe nozzles have the function to generate droplets and distribute them uniformly over the

area being sprayed. Flow, angle and droplets size vary according to the working pressure,

normally expressed in psi or kgf/cm.

Operating with pressure over that recommended by the manufacturer will decrease the

nozzle's life, besides increasing drift and environmental contamination.

The nozzles used in this sprayer are made of ceramic, a material very resistant to wear

and chemical action.

The nozzles are mounted as shown in the figures below.

nozzlecap

filter

nozzlecap

filtercone nozzle

flat fannozzle

CONE NOZZLE: This nozzle is fitted into the nozzle holder through a scewcap, which fact allows to use it at high pressures.

FLAT FAN NOZZLE: This nozzle is fitted intothe nozzle holder through a quick fitting cap formore practicability in eventual maintenance,which fact allows to use it at pressure of up to 7kgf/pol (100 psi).

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NOTE: In case of wettable powders, dilute the chemical in a pre-mixture before filling.


CHEMICAL MIXERThis component has a 25-liter tank and is

designed to prevent chemical waste, makefilling operation faster and provide moreprotection to the operator

It mixes liquids and wettable powders.

-INSTRUCTIONS-Run the sprayer and divert the flow to thechemical mixer through the main valve lever (1).-Put the prepared mixture in the chemical mixer.-Operate the chemical mixer valve lever (2) to clean inside the mixer.- Set the main valve lever (1) and the chemical mixer valve lever (2) back to the working position.-Run the sprayer for 5 minutes so that the mixture become homogeneous.

To clean the internal part of the mixer with cleanwater, keep the main valve lever (1) in thechemical mixing setting and change thebypass valve lever position (3) to make thepump draw clean water.

After cleaning, turn the main and the bypassvalve levers to the previous position.

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1

chemicalmixingsetting

workingposition

1

3

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SPRAY TANK FILLER UNIT

-Put 50 liters of water in the spray tank.-Disconnect the intake hose from the main valve (1).-Connect the filler unit hose (2) to the main valve (1) hose.-Put the filler unit (3) in the water source and the end of its discharge hose at the tank filleropening.-Run the sprayer with 540 rpm at the PTO.-Set the main valve (1) lever in the position of chemical mixing.-After filling, set the main valve (1) lever in the working position and connect again the mainvalve (1) intake hose.

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT.IT IS EXTREMELELY IMPORTANT FOR A HEALTHY LIFE.

ATTENTION:- THE SPRAYER FILLING OPERATION MUST BE DONE IN PLACESAPPROPRIATE FOR THIS PURPOSE OR THROUGH APPROPRIATE TANKERS.

- NEVER COLLECT WATER FROM RIVERS, LAKES, DAMS , STREAMS, ETC.BY USING THE SPRAYER'S RETURN SYSTEM.

spray tank

main valve(1)

filler unit hose (2)

filler unit (3)

chemical mixing

working position

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chemical mixture orclean water tanker

filling hose valve (1)

filling hose (2) quick fitting valve(3)

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYERQUICK FITTING VALVE (OPTIONAL)

- Connect the filling hose (2) with the quick fitting valve (3).

- Start the tanker's engine.

- Open the quick fitting valve (3).

- Open the filling hose valve (1).

NOTE: Watch the water volume being transported to the spray tank in order to prevent leaking.

- After filling the tank, close the quick fitting valve (3) and then the filling hose valve (1).

- Disconnect the filling hose from the quick fitting valve.

ATTENTION: WHENEVER FILLING THE TANK WITH CHEMICAL MIXTURE, USETHE INDIVIDUAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING RECOMMENDED FOR THIS OPERATION.

ATTENTION:- DO NOT LEAVE THE QUICK FITTING VALVE (3) OPEN, BECAUSE THECHEMICAL MIXTURE IN THE SPRAY TANK WILL OVERFLOW.

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT.IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT FOR A HEALTHY LIFE.

- THE SPRAYER FILLING OPERATION MUST BE DONE IN PLACESAPPROPRIATE FOR THIS PURPOSE OR THROUGH APPROPRIATE TANKERS.

- NEVER COLLECT WATER FROM RIVERS, LAKES, DAMS , STREAMS, ETC.BY USING THE SPRAYER'S RETURN SYSTEM.

detail of the quickfitting valve (3)

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CHEMICAL CONTAINER RINSE NOZZLE

The chemical container rinse nozzle is mounted to the chemicals mixer and is specifically

designed to remove all chemical residues from the container after preparing the chemical

mixture for a secure disposal of such containers.

On the COLUMBIA AD-18 sprayer, the water used to rinse these containers comes from an

auxiliary 100-liter tank, without contact with the water used in the spray tank.

Some publications show that somewhere around 0.3% of the chemicals remains in the

container after being used. Therefore discarding the containers without washing out the

residues is extremely dangerous to man, animals and environment.

Rinse the chemical containers right after using them, before the residues dry.

ATTENTION- Each container should be rinsed at least three times to ensure the residues arecompletely removed.- Watch out for sprinkling while rinsing the containers. Use protective clothing.- After rinsing properly the empty chemical containers, dispose of them in an appropriateplace.- Never leave empty chemical containers anywhere, that is, in places where any untrainedperson has access to .- Prepare an appropriate place for storing empty chemical containers where onlytrained person has access to until having determined the final destination for them.- Do not reuse the chemical containers for any other purpose, whatever it may be.- Always follow the technical recommendation and use the appropriate individualprotective clothing when handling chemicals.

chemical containerrinse nozzle

Red lever:Chemical container rinse nozzle:

Black lever:Chemical mixer rinse

ATTENTIONNever operate the

red lever without acontainer over therinse nozzle.

As the rinse nozzlerotates, the peoplestanding around thesprayer can get wet.

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OPERATING THE CHEMICAL CONTAINER RINSE NOZZLEBefore washing the chemical container with clean water from the auxiliary tank, make

a prewash with the water of the spray tank.Run the sprayer.Set the main valve lever (1) in the

chemical mixing setting.Hold the chemical container over the

nozzle and push the red lever of thechemical container rinse nozzle valve (2).


To discard the chemical container, it is necessary to wash them using the clean water of theauxiliary tank.

Procedure:Keep the main valve lever(1) in the chemical mixing setting and change the position of bypass

valve lever (3) to make the pump draw clean water.Hold the chemical container over the nozzle.Push the red lever of the chemical mixer valve .After washing the chemical container, push the black lever to clean the internal part of the

chemical mixer.After finishing the wash, turn the main and the bypass valve levers to the previous position.

Watch out for sprinkling while rinsing the containers. Use protective clothing.

ATTENTION: Operate the chemical mixer red lever only after positioning the chemicalcontainer over the rinse nozzle. This will keep you from being wetted with water availablefor washing inside the chemical mixer or even the chemical mixture or water from the spraytank.

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1

3

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ATTENTION

The water used to rinse the spray tankmust be applied to the crop and notdischarged in places where it cancontaminate the man, animals and

environment. Be careful whenchanging chemicals (insecticides for

herbicides) in order to prevent damageto the crop.

RINSING THE SPRAY TANKAfter finishing the spraying, wash the hydraulic system, using the water of the auxiliary

tank .Program the chemical diluting to avoid residues in the spray tank. With the tank empty,

proceed as follows:


- Set the bypass valve lever (1) to have thepump draw water from the auxiliary tank (cleanwater tank).- Spray still on the crop to rinse the circuit andnozzles.- Part of the water drawn by the pump wentback to the spray tank through the control returnand must also be drained onto the crop. Thiscan be done by taking out the filter cap (2)- Set the bypass valve lever (1) back to theworking position.

1

22

FVS_100 FVS_200

25

BYPASS VALVE


LEVER POSITION1 - The pump draws water from the spray tank

(2000 liters).

2 - The pump draws water from the auxiliary

tank (100 liters).

3 - In this position, the pump will not draw

water and if the PTO is engaged, the piston

cups of the chemical pump will be damaged.

MAIN VALVE (LEVER POSITION)

The lever pointing upward indicates the

chemical mixing setting.

The lever pointing downward indicates the

working setting (spraying).

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IN-LINE FILTERFor each boom section there is a filter fitted in the

pressure line.The function of these filters is to prevent impurities from

reaching the nozzles.

The main characteristics of these filters are the following:

Maximum working pressure ................... 300 psiNOTE: 300 psi is the maximum the sprayer can obtain.Filtering element mesh ........................... 80Hose fitting............................................. 3/4"Maximum flow rate ................................. 150 L/min

ATTENTION:- Clean the filter whenever filling the sprayer, orwhen necessary.

- Do not exceed the recommended maximumpressure (300 psi).

Your sprayer may be equipped with the wide-angle C.V. PTO shaft or the conventional

PTO shaft, both shown in the figures below.

NOTE:For instruction in detail, please refer to the section MAINTENANCE - PTO SHAFT.

The C.V. PTO shaft has an advantage over the conventional PTO shaft: it allows to make turns

of up to 75 with no need to disengage the PTO.

Both PTO shafts have shields to provide protection to the operator and prevent damage

to the crop.

C.V. PTO SHAFT CONVENTIONAL PTO SHAFT

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MASTERMARK FOAM MARKER (OPTIONAL)The Mastermark foam marker is a device designed to mark off the spraying band with foam

flocks spaced at 1-2 meters.The ideal conditions to use the foam marker are the same as those appropriate to make spray

applications, that is:- Cooler times.- No dry or strong winds.


More information can be found in the MASTERMARK FOAM MARKER manual.

The low pressure gauge kit was designed for checkingthe actual pressure on the nozzles.

It can be installed on the sprayers assembled with bothuniversal nozzle caps and fittings and complex nozzleholders, such as double and quadruple units.

LOW PRESSURE GAUGE KIT (OPTIONAL)

GENERAL CARE WITH THE LOW PRESSURE GAUGE KITThe maximum pressure of this kit is 100 psi.The pressure regulators of sprayers can easily reach above 100 psi pressures, what

can damage the pressure gauges.

CLEAN WATER TANK

This is a 15-liter tank plastic located in a place ofeasy acces which must always be filled up with cleanwater for washing hands and other parts of the bodythat have touched chemicals during the use of theseproducts

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- Adjusting the drawbar

Fit the hitch in the proper hole (1 or 2) to vary thedistance between the PTO and the hitch point (figure A).

NOTE:For heavy load use the hole # 2 (figure A).

Distance betweenthe PTO and the

hitch point

Maximum(static) load

in liftHole

1

2

35 cm

25 cm

455 kg

590 kg

NOTEIn order to know what is the load in kilogram put on the drawbars of tractors trailing theColumbia line sprayers, just add the sprayer weight to the tank capacity and multiply the totalby 0.12.

CB

- Adjusting the sprayer height and the drawbarPosition the tractor's drawbar so that the sprayer works on level after hitching (figure B).Invert the drawbar to vary the height of the hitch point (figure C).

ATTENTIONThe figures shown in above table were obtained with a 63 HP tractor. Forexplanation in detail, please consult the operator's manual of your tractor.

SETTING UP THE TRACTOR

2

1

A = A

A A

A

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WIDE-ANGLE C.V. PTO SHAFT

CONVENTIONAL PTO SHAFT

HITCHING THE SPRAYER TO THE TRACTOR-Hitch the sprayer to the tractor asshown in the figure beside.

NOTE: The bigger hole on theclevis hitch should always be onthe lower position as its isdesigned to allow the hitch pinto move when overcomingobstacles.

clevis hitch

biggerhole

-Install the safety chain as shown in the figure beside andheed the following:

- Leave some slack on the chain so that it is notstretched when making turns or maneuvering.

- The chain holder (1) should be mounted as close tothe hitch pin as possible (2).

1

2

ATTENTIONReplaced the chain if any of its links is damaged.

CONNECTING THE PTO SHAFT- Turn the tractor until the rear tire gets close as possible to the sprayers tongue.- Connect the PTO shaft, marking on both male and female tubes the recommended overlaps(5 cm).- If necessary, cut its tubes following the recommendation in the section MAINTENANCE - PTOSHAFT.

pump

5 cm 5 cm

75

PTO

NOTE: Before cutting the PTO shaft tubes, check for all the possibilities of adjustmenton both tractor's drawbar and sprayer's tongue.Make sure the hitch pin is mounted with cotter pin.

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ATTENTIONAFTER INSTALLED, THE HYDRAULIC ANDSPRAY CIRCUIT CONTROLS LEVERS WILLBE POSITIONED CLOSE TO THE OPERATORFOR EASY OPERATION.AS THE OPERATOR MAY BE IN FRONT OFOR EVEN BESIDE THE CONTROL LEVERS,THIS REQUIRES THE USE OF ORIGINAL PINWITH COTTER PIN AND SAFETY CHAINPROPERLY INSTALLED TO AVOIDACCIDENTS.

HITCHING THE SPRAYER TO THE TRACTOR

INSTALLING THE CONTROL SUPPORT- Mount the hydraulic control support to the tractor in a convenient position.

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ASSEMBLING THE BOOMS- Install the booms supporting crossbeam.

- install the boomssupporting springs

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- Install the booms on the frame.Note: install the washers as shown in the

picture.

ASSEMBLING THE BOOMS

- Install the cylinder on the boom.- Install the stabilization cables on theboom.

- keep the clamps joining theboom sections I and II

stabilizationcables

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ASSEMBLING THE BOOMS- Run the sprayer and operate the lever of thehydraulic control to position the boom in thevertical. Next, cut the clamps.

- In case of need, raise the boom end torelease the tension of the steel cable.- Install the steel cable on the boom supportingsprings.

- Install the safety cable.

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1

2

1

2

cylinderfork


- Install the central boom.

- Install the hoses.

Note that the hoses have different sizes. Theshorter one must be installed on the 1st in-linefilter and the longer one on 2nd in-line filter.

- Unfold and fold carefully the booms to makesure that the hoses are not entangled on thestructure.

- In case of problem when folding the booms,adjust the cylinder fork.

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ATTENTION

- Remove the booms when transporting the sprayer on trailers, trucks or tows.

- The booms lock system is designed for operations at low speeds.

- Lock the booms when moving the sprayer within the farm.

- Only unfold or fold the booms in areas free of obstacles such as electricity supplycables, trees, etc.

boomskid

Important: Mount the skids on the boom between the last two nozzle holders as shown,otherwise the boom assembly can be danaged.

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM

HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT CHARACTERISTICS

Working pressure .................. 175 kgf/cmPump average rotation .......... 1000 rpmPump flow rate ..................... 8 L /min

ATTENTION: USE HYDRAULIC OIL WITH SPECIFICATION ISO VG-68, AS SHOWN IN THE THE LUBRICATION TABLE.

hydraulicpump

oilradiator

boomshydrauliccontrol

booms angularadjustmentcylinder

frameactuationcylinder

left boom actuationcylinder right boom actuation

cylinder

capacity:5.5 liters

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OPERATIONSEQUENCE FOR UNFOLDING AND FOLDING THE BOOMS

There are two ways to actuate the booms unfoldingand folding:- through electric switches;- through cables.

Plate fixed on the control (with actuationthrough cable) showing the sequence to

unfold and fold the booms.

BOOMS UNFOLDING AND FOLDING1st- Boom in the rest position.

JEC-3400

40

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OPERATION

3rd - Set the booms in the vertical position through the booms angular adjustment cylinder.

2nd - Raise the frame.

booms angularadjustment cylinder

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4th - Unfold the booms, both simultaneously or individually.

5th - With the booms aligned (in the horizontal), set them about 50 cm above thetarget.

ATTENTIONOnly unfold and fold the booms in level areas away from trees andelectricity supply cables.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OPERATION

BOOMS POSITION-Through the hydraulic control, actuate the booms angular adjustment cylinder in order to setthe booms in a position so as to provide a good, drift-free coverage.SPRAY ANGULAR ADJUSTING CHANNELThis part directs the spray in a way so as to provide a good coverage, even on pre-tillageherbicides applications.The channel must be adjusted in the spraying site, taking into account the folowing factors:-Treatment type (in pre- or post-emergence applications);-Wind speed;-Wind direction.

Wind directionWithout windWind directionBooms angular settings

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

SPRAY APPLICATION TECHNOLOGYA successful spray application does not depend only on a good sprayer or correct use of

the chemicals but also on factors to be determined in the field under specialized orientation.Among these factors, some concepts should be part of a criterion of evaluation so that

positive results may be attained within the pest control program.- Ideal time - Application rate- Safety - Good coverage

IDEAL TIMEThe ideal time for spraying should be chosen according to the chemical product characteristics,

as well as to the field conditions:- Infestation level of pests, diseases and weeds;- Infection level of diseases;- Growing stage of weeds;- Weather conditions.

SAFETYWhen spraying your crops, you must make sure there will be no risk to people, animals

and environment. Avoid spraying at hotter times, with humidity below 55% or under windyconditions. Do not allow the operator to handle chemicals and spraying machinery withoutthe proper individual protective clothing.

CORRECT APPLICATION RATEAny type of application requires that the rate be maintained during the whole spraying work.

This will be possible when you have a good sprayer properly calibrated.This calibration can be obtained through practical methods or formulas. Please refer to the

section OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS - CALIBRATING THE SPRAYER.

GOOD COVERAGEYou have a good coverage when the whole target is sprayed with uniform distribution, with no

risk to the environment and with good results in the pest control.The application rate does not have influence on the treatment results. Therefore good coverages

can be attained even with different rates, which may vary according to operational and regionalfactors.

IMPORTANT!READ CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW STRICTLY THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE

CHEMICALS MANUFACTURER'S LABEL.ALWAYS FOLLOW DIRECTIONS OF A TECHNICIAN WHEN HANDLING AND

APPLYING CHEMICALS.ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE SPRAYER IS IN GOOD OPERATIONAL CONDITIONS

BEFORE STARTING THE SPRAYING JOB AND EMPLOY A WELL TRAINEDOPERATOR.

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICSSpray pattern ..................................................... Flat fan - Low driftSpray angle........................................................ 110 @ 45 psiMaterial .............................................................. CeramicFlow identification .............................................. Nozzle color and part #Nozzle geometry ................................................ ISO 10.626 standard

UNIFORM FLOWThe nozzles of series ADI are made of high quality ceramic

and give an excellent flow uniformity, spray angle and depositpattern on the surface being treated.

WEAR RESISTANTThe nozzles of series ADI are the most wear resistant,

according to the tests carried out by Dr. Matthew J. Novakand staff of the Oregon State University, U.S.A.

Brass

Nylon

Stainless steel

Kematal

Ceramic

Nozzlematerial

Nozzleuseful life(hours)

100

200

400

400

400

NOZZLES SERIES ADI 110LOW DRIFT

HIGH QUALITY CERAMICWEAR RESISTANTFLAT FAN SPRAY

ADI-1

10-0

1

ADI-1

10-0

15

ADI-1

10-0

2

ADI-1

10-0

3

ADI-1

10-0

4

API

-110

-2

API

-110

-1,5

API

-110

-3

API

-110

-4

40

30

20

10Perc

enta

ge o

f dro

plet

s

Percentage reduction of droplets below 100microns generated by the nozzles of SeriesADI-110.

GREAT PERFORMANCE UNDERDIFFERENT PRESSURES

The flat fan nozzles of series ADI-110 are specifically

designed for spray applications in locations or weather

in which where wind causes the droplets to drift.

The low drift nozzles of the series ADI-110 keep an

outstanding spray deposit and coverage pattern,

even under windy conditions.

In relation to the nozzles of series API-110, they

produce spray with 50% reduction in the quantity of

driftable droplets (that is, droplets below 100 microns

(see graph beside).

API

-110

-1,5


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Nozzle color

Nozzle description

Nozzle part #

Specify nozzle description and part #. Ex: ADI-110 - 02; Part # 457804.

Red

ADI-110-04

457820

ORDERING

TRACTOR SPEED (km/h) 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

SPRAYING VOLUME (l/ha)84105120129156180171210240258318360345420480

678496103125144137168192206254288276336384

56708086104120114140160172212240230280320

486069748910398120137147182206197240274

42536065789086105120129159180173210240

3747535769807693107115141160153187213

344248526272688496103127144138168192

31384447576562768794116131125153175

28354043526057708086106120115140160

FLOWRATE PER

NOZZLE(L/min)

PRESSURE(psi)

NOZZLECOLOR NOZZLEFILTER

ORANGE ADI-110.0180 mesh

ADI-110.01550 meshGREEN

ADI-110.0250 meshYELLOW

BLUE ADI-110.0350 mesh

ADI-110.0450 meshRED

203040203040203040203040203040

0.280.350.400.430.520.600.570.700.800.861.061.201.151.401.60

OrangeGreenYellowBlueRed

Color

Nozzles

ADI-110-01

ADI-110-015

ADI-110-02

ADI-110-03

ADI-110-04

Description

Pressure (psi)

Flow rate (L/min)

Nozzle filter: Orange and green nozzles: 80 mesh ; others: 50 mesh .

15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60

0.250.370.490.750.99

0.280.430.570.861.15

0.320.480.640.961.28

0.350.520.701.061.40

0.380.560.761.141.52

0.400.600.801.201.60

0.430.640.861.291.72

0.450.680.901.361.81

0.470.710.941.431.90

0.490.740.991.491.99

TABLE 1. FLOW RATE - SERIES ADI-110 NOZZLES

Orange

ADI-110-01

457788

Green

ADI-110-015

457796

Yellow

ADI-110-02

457804

Blue

ADI-110-03

457812

SERIES ADI-110 NOZZLESTABLE 02 - SPRAYING VOLUME WITH 50 CM NOZZLE SPACING

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NOZZLES FILTER: Use 50 or 60 mesh for all nozzles models.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICSSpray pattern .................................................... Hollow coneSpray angle........................................................ 75 to 80 degrees @ 150 psiNozzle Material .................................................. Sintered aluminaFlow identification ............................................. Nozzle color and part #

HIGH QUALITYSeries JA hollow cone nozzles are produced by processes developed for exacting markets of

mechanical engineering, space and aerospace industries. A special mold injection process makesa perfect orifice on the nozzles, giving better quality to the surface finish than that achieved bymachines. And the result is better coverage and more homogenous spraying.

These nozzles are approved by international quality standards, ensuring an outstanding spraycone uniformity and flow rate of nozzles.

HIGH WEAR RESISTANCEThe alumina-sintered nozzles are almost as hard as diamond and resist yet the most corrosive

products. This provides perfect stability for long time concerning all requirements such as flow rate,coverage and droplet size.

TABLE 1 - FLOW RATE

30456090120150180210240270300

PRESSURE(psi) Flow rate (L/min)

JA - 1 JA - 1,5 JA - 2 JA - 3 JA - 4 JA - 5

1.161.401.601.932.202.442.652.853.223.413.57

0.911.101.251.511.721.912.072.222.342.422.54

0.640.770.881.061.211.341.461.571.681.761.84

0.470.550.640.760.861.001.041.131.221.281.42

0.310.380.430.520.590.66'0.710.770.820.870.90

0.230.280.320.380.420.500.520.550.600.630.72

Nozzle model

HOLLOW CONE NOZZLEHIGH QUALITY CERAMIC

SERIES JA

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OPERATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRACTOR SPEED (km/h) 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

SPRAYING VOLUME (L/ha)96114150165129156198231192228300339264318402471375453573666480579732855

7791120132103125158185154182240271211254322377300362458533384463586684

647610011086104132154128152200226176212268314250302382444320386488570

556586937489113132110130171194151182230269214259327381274331418489

4857758365789911696114150170132159201236188227287333240290366428

4351677357698810385101133151117141179209167201255296213257325380

38466066526279927791120136106127161188150181229266192232293342

3541556047577284708310912396116146171136165208242175211266311

3238505543526677647610011388106134157125151191222160193244285

FLOW RATEPER NOZZLE

(L/min)0.32O.380.500.550.430.520.660.770.640.761.001.130.881.061.341.571.251.511.912.221.601.932.442.85

PRESSURE(psi)

NOZZLE

MODEL COLOR

JA - 1

JA - 1.5

JA - 2

JA - 3

JA - 5

JA - 4

BROWN

BLACK

ORANGE

GREEN

RED

BLUE

609015021060901502106090150210609015021060901502106090150210

Specify nozzle description and part #. Ex.: nozzle JA-2, part # 000026.

Color

Model

Part #

Brown

JA - 1,5

454256

Black

JA - 2

000026

Orange

JA - 3

454264

Red

JA - 4

454272

Green

JA - 5

454280

ORDERINGBlue

JA - 1

109744

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CALIBRATING THE SPRAYERThe safety of people, animals and environment depends on correct spray applications.

Therefore, we list below important operational procedures.

WHEN OPERATING SPRAYERS- Check for the proper working conditions of thesprayer.- Do not blow by mouth nozzles, valves or tubes.- Do not spray against the wind.- Do not spray at sunny times-Use individual protective clothing recommended- Do not eat, drink or smoke.

REMEMBER!You are responsible for the success of the application.

CALCULATING THE SPRAYING VOLUME

Where:V : Spraying volume (L/ha)F : Nozzle flow rate (L/min)A : Nozzle spacing (m)S : Tractor speed (km/h)600 : Conversion unit

F x 600S . A

(L/ha)V = 6003200 L/haV =1 x 6006 x 0.5

(L/ha)V =

ATTENTIONThe numbers shown in the above example are illustrative.

CALIBRATING THE SPRAYERThe sprayer can be calibrated through the formula below or through the calibrator bottle as

shown in the next page.

WHEN HANDLING CHEMICALS

- Follow strictly the instructions on the labels.

- Use individual protective clothing.

- Do not eat, drink or smoke.

- Choose a ventilated place.

- Wash with water and soap the parts of thebody touched by chemicals.

F x 600S x A

( L/ha )V =

Nozzle flow rate .............................. 1.0 L/min at 150 psi (JA-2 nozzle)Nozzle spacing ...............................0.5 mWorking speed ...............................6.0 km/h

EXAMPLE:

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BEFORE CALIBRATING THE SPRAYER BE SURE:- suction filter is clean.-hoses are not twisted or bored.-pressure regulator components (valve seat, valve and spring) are not worn or dirty.- pump is properly lubricated (oil level and grease) and has no leakage.-nozzles are of the same model, not worn, with correct flow rate and with clean strainers.

AFTER CHECKING, PROCEED TO CALIBRATE AS FOLLOWS1 - Mark off 50 meters on the ground to be sprayer.2 - Fill up the sprayer.3 - Choose the working gear.4 - Engage the PTO.5 - Accelerate until reaching 540 rpm at the PTO.6 -Start moving at least 5 meters before the initial mark7 - Note the time it takes the tractor to move 50 meters.8 - On irregular ground, repeat this operation several times and take the average.9 - Stop the tractor with the acceleration used to move the 50 meters, open the nozzle and adjustthe pressure according to directions for the different types of nozzles:

-Cone nozzles - from 45 to 200 psi-Flat fan nozzle- from 15 to 60 lbf/psi

10 - Use the calibrator bottle to collect the nozzle spray volume during the same time taken to movethe 50 meters, and read on the column corresponding to the nozzle spacing.11 - Repeat this operation with several nozzles to obtain an average volume.12 -The average obtained will be the spray volume for the gear and pressure already determined.

NOTE: 1-If the spray volume obtained is below that wished, increase the pressure, decrease thespeed (but keep 540 rpm at PTO) or replace the nozzles by others of higher flow rate.

2-If the spray volume is above that wished, decrease the pressure, increase the speed(but keep 540 rpm at PTO) or replace the nozzles by others of lower flow rate.

400 l/ha1,000 ml 500 l/ha

300 ml 120 l/ha 150 l/ha

0 ml 0 00.40 mVolume in ml 0.50 m

nozzle spacing

CALIBRATING THE SPRAYER WITH THE CALIBRATOR BOTTLE

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

PREPARING THE CHEMICAL MIXTURE- Read carefully the chemical manufactureslabel.

- Pour the chemicals into a bucket with littlewater and stir.

- Add water until filling the bucket up.- Stir until the mixture is homogeneous.

- Pour the solution into the sprayer's tank.- Install the tank lid and make sure there is noleakage.

ATTENTIONALWAYS FOLLOW TECHNICAL RECOMMENDATIONS

WHEN HANDLING CHEMICALS.

- Always use the following individual protectiveclothing when handling chemicals:

- Impermeable wide-brimmed hat- Goggles- Mask- Long-sleeved working clothes- Impermeable gloves- Impremeable boots

ATTENTIONNEVER run the sprayer for with less than 50 liters of water in the tank

to avoid damage to the pump.

DILUTING CHEMICALS

goggles

mask

impermeablewide-brimmed

hat

ATTENTION

impremeableboots

long-sleevedworkingclothes

impermeablegloves

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TRACK WIDTH - COLUMBIA AD-18SPRAYER WITH TELESCOPIC AXLE

TRACK WIDTH (m)TIRES

1.80 2.40MINIMUM MAXIMUM

GROUNDCLEARANCE (m)

TIRES

0.5511.2 x 2811.2 x 28

Adjusting the track width- Raise the trailer rear enough to suspend the tires over the ground.- Loosen the bolts on the semiaxle fastening plate.

TRACK WIDTH SETTING- If "A" = 425 mm, then "B" will be1800 mm, and so on:

A (mm)

425

475

525

575

625

675

725

B (mm)

1800

1900

2000

2100

2200

2300

2400

NOTE:

- The letter "A" indicates the distance between the tire center and the external face of the

chassis.

- The letter "B" indicates the distance between the tires center, therefore the sprayer track width.

- The letter "C" indicates the location of the semiaxle motion stop screw, therefore the sprayer

maximum track width (2400 mm).

NOTE: This screw must only be removed for maintenace of the semiaxle, when the machine must

be scotched (suspended) by the chassis.

ATTENTION: To adjust the track width, it is necessary to loosen the four bolts of the plate

fastenining the semiaxle to the sprayer axle. For safety reasons, do not adjust both sides at the

same time.

A - distance betweenthe tire center and the

external face of thechassis

semiaxleaxle

semiaxlefastening plate C - semiaxle

motion stopscrew.

chassis

A

ATTENTION- THIS OPERATION MUST BE DONE BY A TRAINED PERSON WITH THE SPRAYER

EMPTY AND WELL SCOTCHED ON FIRM AND LEVEL GROUND.- KEEP AWAY PEOPLE OR ANIMALS WHEN SETTING THE TRACK WIDTH.

B - track width B

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GUIDELINES

ATTENTIONNEVER WASH THE SPRAYERS OR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING (MASK, GLOVES,

WORKING CLOTHES, ETC.) IN OR CLOSE TO RIVERS, LAKES, STREAMS,BROOKS, DAMS, ETC.

- Take off and wash all the individual protective clothing.- Wash the working clothes separately from other clothes.- Take a shower with plenty of water and soap and put on clean clothes.

These procedures will avoid problems with the sprayer in future applications as well asprotect your life.

COMPONENTSSUCTION FILTER- The frequency of filter cleaning depends onthe quality of water and type of chemicals used.- Clean the filter when filling the tank or whenevernecessary.

filteringelementshut-off valve

packingring

FVS - 200

PRESSURE REGULATOR- Disassemble the pressure regulator every 100 working hours or at the end of each sprayingseason.- Check for wear on the valve and valve seat and replace them if necessary.

CABLE-OPERATEDCONTROL

LEVER-OPERATEDCONTROL

- After the first working hours, check if the bolts, nuts and clamps are well tightened. Givespecial attention to the tank base bolts, lug nuts and axle fastening bolts.- Daily, after finishing the spray application, put clean water in the tank, remove the nozzles andrun the sprayer till empty.- Remove, clean and replace the nozzles and filters.- Clean the main filter.- Wash the outside and inside of the sprayer.

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CONE NOZZLE

NOZZLES- Clean the nozzles daily or whenever there is failure in the spray.

FLAT FAN NOZZLE

Nozzle cap

Nozzle

Swirl core

Filter

ATTENTION

The flat fan nozzle has a redseal made of a material subjectto crush to facilitate sealing.

Therefore the use of threadednozzle cap is not recommended.

PROBLEMS CORRECTIONCAUSE

a -Nut (1) not tightened properly.b -Impurities on the diaphragm.c -Rupture of the diaphragm.d -Rupture of the diaphragmfollowed by chemicals buildup.

a - Tighten the nut (1).b - Remove and clean the diaphragm.c - Replace the diaphragm.d - Replace the diaphragm and cleanthe piston cup assembly

Valve does not seal.

a - -Seal (2) missing.b - Seal (2) damaged.c - Nut (1) not tightened properly.

a - Packing ring (3) missing.b - Packing ring (3) damaged.c - Part (4) not tightened properly.

a - Fit the packing ring (3).b - Replace the packing ring (3)c - Tighten the part (4).

Leakage through theconnection withthe spray tube.

Leakage betweenthe core andnozzle holder.

Leakage through thenozzle holder and the

nozzle.

a - Fit the seal (2).b - Replace the seal (2).c - Tighten the nut (1).

4

BIJETNONDRIP DOUBLE NOZZLE HOLDERAfter prolonged use, it may be necessary toservice the nondrip valve. Refer to the drawingbeside and table below.

MAINTENANCE

nozzle holder

6

5

diaphragm

piston cupassembly

1

32

core4 5

a - Nut (5) not tightened properly.b - Base of filter (6) damaged.

a - Tighten the nut (5).b - Replace the filter (6).

Filter

Seal

Nozze

Nozzlecap

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QUADRIJET NONDRIP QUADRUPLE NOZZLE HOLDER- After prolonged use, it may be necessary to service the nondrip valve. Refer to the drawing andtable below.

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION- Impurities on the diaphragm.- Rupture of the diaphragm.- Rupture of the diaphragm followedby chemicals buildup.- Nut (1) not tightened properly.

- Remove and clean the diaphragm- Replace the diaphragm- Replace the diaphragm and cleanthe plunger assembly- Tighten the nut (1).

Valve does

not seal.

- Seal (2) missing.- Seal (2) damaged.- Nut (1) not tightened properly.

- Fit the seal (2).- Replace the seal (2).- Tighten the nut (1).

Leakage betweenthe core andnozzle holder.

- Packing ring (3) missing.- Packing ring (3) damaged.- Part (4) not tightened properly.

Leakage throughthe connection with

the spray tube.

- Fit the packing ring (3).- Replace the packing ring (3).- Tighten the bolts of the part (4).

Leakage throughthe nozzle holderand the nozzle

(cap with thread)

- Nut (5) not tightened properly.- Base of filter (6) damaged.

- Tighten the nut (5).- Replace the filter (6).

NOTE: Before starting to spray, disassemble and clean the plunger assembly.NOZZLES- Clean the nozzles daily or whenever there is a failure in the spray.

ATTENTION: The flat fan nozzlehas red seal made of a materialsubject to crush to facilitatesealing.Therefore the use of threadednozzle cap is not recommended.

CONE NOZZLE FLAT FAN NOZZLESeal

Leakage throughthe nozzle holderwith the nozzle.

- Quick fitting nut not fitted properly.- Packing ring (7) damaged.- Base of filter (8) damaged.

- Fit the quick fitting nut.- Replace the packing ring (7).- Replace the filter (8).

13

2

4

8

7

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core

diaphragm

nozzle holder

quick fittingnut

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LUBRICATION TABLE

JP - 100 PUMP

JP - 150 PUMP

2.0 l

2.5 l

LUBRICATINGOIL

FIRST CHANGE:30 HOURS

FURTHERCHANGES:EVERY 100

HOURS

API - SBOR

SUPERIORSAE - 30

ALL OILS FOR INTERNALCOMBUSTION ENGINES

WITHIN THIS SPECIFICATION

- DAILY

WHEEL HUB

LITHIUM BASE GREASENGLI - 2

MULTIFAK EP - 2MOBILGREASE 77LUBRAX GMA - 2BEACON EP - 2

AND SIMILAR PRODUCTS

500 HOURS

GREASE

NOTE: The presentation order of products does not imply preference for any brand or product.

HYDRAULICOIL

HYDRAULICCIRCUIT 5.5 liters

EVERY 500HOURS

OR EVERY YEAR

RANDO HD - 68TELLUS 68

DTE - 26AND SIMILAR PRODUCTS

ISO VG - 68

RECOMMENDEDPRODUCTSSPECIFICATIONSQTY.PRODUCT LOCATION

FREQ.

FRAME AND BOOMSARTICULATION, PTO

SHAFT,TRAILER HITCH,

MECHANICAL AGITATOR,JACK

LUBRICANT OIL - SPRAY PUMP- Check the pump oil daily.- Fill it if necessary.

HYDRAULIC OIL RESERVOIR- Check the hydraulic oil level daily.- Change the hydraulic oil every 500 hours orevery year.ATTENTION: NEVER mix hydraulic oil ofdifferent brands and types. This sprayer comesoff the assembly line filled with RANDO HD - 68oil.

oil level

oil level

JP-150JP-100

oillevel

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PTO shaft-Wheel hub-Swinging frame articulations-Bearings-Jack-Hitch-Mechanical agitator-Booms articulation-Booms breakway

MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATION POINTS

ATTENTION:ALWAYS STOP THE SPRAYER AND TURN OFF THE TRACTOR ENGINE

BEFORE ANY KIND OF MAINTENANCE.

wheel hub

WHEEL HUB- Remove the wheel hub and replace the grease every 500 working hours.

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3 - DISASSEMBLING THE PTO SHAFT FOR LUBRICATION-Hold the shaft as shown in the figure C, push the guard cone (1) down and simultaneously pressthe three locks (2) with a point or screw-driver. Thus the guard cone (1) will slip on the guard tube (3)and can be removed.-Remove the locking collar (4) and disconnect the guard tube (3) from the shaft.-Do the same shown in the figures C and D with the C.V. joint end and set apart its components.-Clean all parts with a brush by using kerosene or gas oil and water and dry them next.

2 - CONNECTING THE PTO- Adjust the sprayer's tongue and the tractor's drawbar so that there is an overlap from 5 cm whenthe tractor is making a sharp turn (that is, when the tractor's tire is touching the sprayer's framehead).

ATTENTION: Only lubricate the PTO shaft with the CV joint aligned to the male and female tubes; otherwise, the lubrication will not be appropriate and the PTO shaft can be damaged.

INSTRUCTIONS1 - LUBRICATION Correct position for lubrication

The WIDE-ANGLE CV PTO SHAFT is a component whose advantage in relation tostandard PTO shafts is to allow turns at angles up to 75 with no need to disenage the PTO.

A

WIDE-ANGLE C.V. PTO SHAFTATTENTION: ALWAYS STOP THE SPRAYER AND TURN OFF THE

TRACTOR'S ENGINE BEFORE SERVICING THE PTO SHAFT.

NOTE: Every thirty/fifty working hours dismantlethe protection guards, clean and wash the parts,lubricate and assemble the PTO shaft.

Lubricate the points indicated in the figure Aevery 8 working hours.

75

5 cm 5 cm PTO

Incorrect position for lubricationB

pump

C

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1

D

4

E F

11

WARNING: ONLY OPERATE WITH PTO SHAFT EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY GUARD. ALLKIND OF MAINTENANCE ON THE PTO SHAFT MUST BE DONE WITH THE USE OFAPPROPRIATE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, SUCH AS: GLOVES, BOOTS, GOGGLES,ETC.

NOTE: The points (7) and (8) are opposite thepoints (1) and (3), so turn the guard cone asshown in the figure A.

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c)Assembling-Assemble the PTO shaft as shown in the figures G, H, I, and J and lubricate it if necessary.

5 - ADJUSTING THE PTO SHAFT LENGTHa)Before cutting the PTO shaft, check if it is possible touse it without reducing its length.

Check:- The position on the tractor's drawbar.- If the sprayer's tongue can be adjusted for longer.

L

4 - REASSEMBLING- Grease the locking collar groove (figure G).- Install the guard tube (3) and fasten it with the locking collar (4) (figure H).- Hold the shaft as shown in the figure H and slip the guard cone (1) on. Align the grease cup of theguard cone (1) with the bearing tab on the locking collar (4) (figure J).- Push the guard cone (3) so that it is engaged by the locks (2).- Make sure the 3 locks (2) are firmly engaged. If necessary, force close to the locks (2) as shownin the figure J.- Do the same with the other end of the shaft and lubricate the whole assembly as shown in thefigure A.

sprayer'stongue

tracktor'sdrawbar

b)Cutting the shaft-Dismantle the protection guards as shown in the figures C and D.-Cut the two tubes (male and female) at the desired dimensions (figure M).-Remove the burrs resulting from the cutting operation as well as the filings resulting from the burrs

removal (figure N).-Cut the guard tubes length using as measure reference the pieces of the tubes cutted

(figure O).-Clean the residues of cutting.

N OM

I J

14

H

3

4G

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02- SERVICINGa) DISASSEMBLING1- Remove the lock screw.2- Turn the guard cone until the indicated position.3- Pull the guard cone.4- Remove the sliding ring.

b) ASSEMBLING5-Clean and lubricate the maleand female tubes.6-Install the sliding ring into thefitting with the grooves pointingtoward the tube.

7-Install the protection guards. 8-Turn the guard cone until theindicated position.

9-Install the lock screw.

01- CONNECTING-Check the PTO shaft length.-Adjust the length by cutting the tubes andprotection guards proportionately.Note: File and remove all burrs.-Connect the PTO shaft and install thesafety chain.Note: Leave some slack on the

chain considering angularmovements.

-Disengage the PTO when making sharpturns.

fig 1Lubricate the male and female tubes

and further points as the figure 1.

ATTENTION: ALWAYS STOP THE SPRAYER AND TURN OFF THE TRACTORENGINE BEFORE SERVICING THE PTO SHAFT. ALL KIND OF MAINTENANCE ONTHE PTO SHAFT MUST BE DONE WITH THE USE OF APPROPRIATE PROTECTIVECLOTHING, SUCH AS: GLOVES, BOOTS, GOGGLES, ETC.

CONVENTIONAL PTO SHAFT

ATTENTIONONLY OPERATE WITH PTO SHAFT

EQUIPPED WITH PROTECTION GUARDS.

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LUBRICATION AND ADJUSTMENT- In case of leakage through the agitator,proceed as follows:- Loosen the lock nut (1) by turning itclockwise.- Tighten the gasket holding screw (2) untilthe leakage stops.- Retighten the nut (1) and lubricate theassembly.

AGITATOR

MECHANICAL AGITATOR

1

2

CABLE ADJUSTMENTAs the time goes by, it may be necessary to adjust the booms hydraulic actuation

cables, if the unfolding and folding operation is defective.To adjust proceed as follows:

- Loosen the nut (1).- Loosen both bolts (2). ATTENTION: Do not loosen these bolts all the way,but enough to turn the adjusting rod.- Turn the adjusting rod (3) clockwise orcounterclockwise, depending on the need ofadjustment.NOTE: This adjustment should be made with thesprayer running, and the cylinder that showed problemshould be constantly actuated during the adjustmentso as not to tighten or loosen excessively the adjusting rod.- Once the adjustment is made, retighten the nut (1) and the bolts (2).

HYDRAULIC CONTROL

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1

WARNINGALWAYS STOP THE MACHINE AND TURN OFF THE THE TRACTOR BEFOREANY AND ALL KIND OF MAINTENANCE AND USE APPROPRIATEPROTECTIVE CLOTHING, SUCH AS: GLOVES, BOOTS, GOGGLES, ETC.

BELTS TENSION

- Check the belts tension periodically.- Press the agitator belts as shown in the figure beside.

When pressed it should slack 10 to 15 mm. DO NOT USE

SHARP-ENDED OR CUTTING TOOL

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STEEL CABLES DIAGRAM

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