OWNER S MANUAL FOR THE PROTECTEAT TEAT SPRAY SYSTEM

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1 OWNER S MANUAL FOR THE PROTECTEAT TEAT SPRAY SYSTEM C-Dax Ltd PO Box 1010, 145 Harts Road Tiritea, Palmerston North Ph: Fax: sales@c-dax.co.nz

2 PROTECTEAT TEAT SPRAY SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL (Pt.No Issue 13 Dated 25 May 2009) TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 Introduction Description Specifications Protecteat Optional Equipment Order Information 4 Warranty Liability 5 Installation All Models Client Supplied Parts Protecteat Tank Unit and Transformer Delivery Hose 6 Optional Accumulator Kit Optional Dropper Kits Testing Optional Accumulator Theory of Operation 7 Operating Instructions Chemical Application Chemical Advice Routine Maintenance 8 Spray Gun Filters Adjustments Setting the Accumulator Static Pressure Pump Pressure Switch Troubleshooting 9 Spare Parts Spray Pump Repair Kits Other Spare Parts 10 Teat Spray Gun Attaching the HGTS to the Delivery Hose Parts Diagram 11 Parts Diagram and List 2

3 Throughout this manual there are highlighted text boxes containing warnings, cautions and notes. Warnings are mandatory instructions to prevent serious injury or permanent damage. Cautions are advisory instructions to ensure reliable operation of the equipment. Notes are for convenient operation. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new Protecteat teat spray system. You join the many New Zealand and overseas farmers who have recognised the protection that these cost-effective teat spray systems offer. DESCRIPTION The C-Dax Protecteat is a highly cost effective spray system suitable for permanent installation in a dairy shed. The tank unit is fully assembled and includes a safe 12V pump that is compatible with a range of diluted spray mixes suitable for teat protection or equestrian applications. The Protecteat is provided with a teat spray gun, a recirculating valve to assist mixing and flushing, 20 metres of delivery hose and one spray gun dropper hose. An industrially rated 230VAC power unit is standard and allows the 12V pump to be operated from mains supply. SPECIFICATIONS (Specifications subject to change without notice) Dry Weight 8.7 Kg Dimensions Width Height Length 250mm 550mm 250mm Capacity Power Consumption Pump Tank 27 Litres 230VAC 75W (Maximum) 12 VDC Flojet LF Non-Corrosive, medium density, UV stabilized polyethylene Ergonomically designed for ease of filling and evacuation OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Accumulator Kit Additional Dropper Kit Reduces pump cycling and therefore extends pump life. Add droppers to the delivery line of your teat sprayer. ORDER INFORMATION Protecteat System Pt.No Accumulator Kit Pt.No Dropper Kit (straight hose) Pt.No (self-store hose) Pt No

4 WARRANTY C-Dax Ltd warrants to the original purchaser that the equipment is sold free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of retail sale (6 Months from date of retail sale for all equipment sold in the U.K.). Accordingly, C-Dax Ltd undertakes to repair the equipment, or at our option replace, without cost to the original purchaser either for materials, parts or labour, any part which within the specified warranty period from time of delivery is found to be defective. PROVIDED that the equipment has been used for normal purposes in accordance with the instructions, and has not been subject to neglect, misuse or accident, and has not been repaired, serviced or dismantled by any person other than a service agent or person authorised by C-Dax Ltd. The warranty does not extend to cover: consequential damage; repair or replacement of parts due to fair wear and tear; or damage resulting from neglect, misuse, accident or hireage. SPECIFICALLY the warranty excludes battery damage, damage arising from chemical attack, and units built to customers specifications. All goods returned to C-Dax Ltd are freight paid by the sender and if subject to a warranty claim, must be accompanied by a completed warranty claim form. Warranty claim forms are available from C-Dax dealers. LIABILITY The maximum liability, which is accepted by C-Dax Ltd, is limited to replacement of faulty goods only. Every care has been taken in the manufacture of our goods but because use of the goods is outside the control of the manufacturer, the end user assumes all responsibility for the use. Neither the manufacturer nor retailer shall be liable for loss or damage resulting from use. Any advice or recommendations given by C-Dax Ltd, its agents, or employees is given in good faith and based on the best information available to us. No liability or responsibility is accepted or implied as a result of any information or advice tendered by C-Dax Ltd, its agents or employees. The end user accepts all responsibility arising from that advice. WARNING If the Protecteat teat sprayer is not cleaned after every use, failures to the pump will not be covered under warranty. Failure to flush clean water through the pump after use will result in pressure switch failing and moisture damage to the motor. 4

5 INSTALLATION All Models Unpack the sprayer and check the contents. The following parts are included (Some may be packed inside the tank): Tank unit with pump Delivery hose Dropper hose Teat Spray Gun Transformer Parts bag Owner s manual Client Supplied Parts Tank attachment bolts or screws, three required, 8mm recommended. Transformer attachment screws, two required. The Protecteat teat spray system is a manually operated system. Modification to operate in an automatic mode may shorten pump life and will invalidate the warranty. Protecteat Tank Unit and Transformer Locate a convenient position for the tank unit and transformer. Mark the positions for the three tank attachment bolts or screws and the two transformer attachment screws. WARNING To avoid the risk of electric shock the transformer must be located in a dry area. The output cable is 2 metres long to allow the cube to be located high on the wall where the risk of splashing avoided. To avoid premature failure of the pump, do not mount the tank unit where the pump can be splashed with wash down hoses or effluent. The pump is not a sealed unit therefore exposure to direct application of fluid may invalidate the warranty. NOTE For convenience locate the tank at a convenient height for filling through the lid, and to reach inside to remove the suction filter from the bottom of the tank. Carefully screw the tank to the wall. Screw the transformer to the wall. WARNING To avoid damaging the tank, do not over tighten the screws. Delivery Hose Connect the 13mm delivery hose to the hose barb connector on the tank unit. Route the delivery hose through the dairy shed to the area where the dropper is to be used. For optimum performance the 13mm delivery hose must not be shortened. If the full length is not required, make a coil of hose and install it in a convenient position. Shortening the hose may reduce pump life. Connect the 10mm dropper hose to the end of the delivery hose. Attach the spray gun to the dropper hose, and clamp the hose to the gun. Secure all hose connections with the hose clips provided. For fitting of additional Teat Sprayer droppers, see the assembly instruction leaflet supplied with dropper kits. Connect the transformer output cable to the pump cables. 5

6 Optional Accumulator Kit If the optional accumulator kit is used, attach the accumulator to the wall next to the tank unit outlet hose barb. Connect the accumulator to the hose barb using a short length of 13mm delivery hose. Connect the delivery hose to the accumulator. Optional Dropper Kits If additional droppers are installed, cut the delivery hose at the required positions and insert a tee with dropper at each position. Put water in the tank. Open the recirculating valve. Plug in the transformer and switch it on. The pump will run. TESTING Close the recirculating valve and operate the spray gun on the delivery line until all of the air has left the system. Repeat with each teat gun. When all of the air has left the system and the spray gun valves are closed, the pump will pump up to pressure and stop. Optional Accumulator If the optional accumulator is fitted, operate a teat gun into a measuring jar until the pump begins to run. At least 100ml of fluid should be expelled. If less than the required fluid is dispensed, check the accumulator pressure (Refer maintenance). THEORY OF OPERATION Spray fluid is prepared and placed in the tank via the lid opening and strainer basket. Foreign matter is trapped in the strainer mesh for disposal after the tank has been filled. When the pump is switched on power is applied to the pump motor. When the pump operates, fluid is drawn through a filter element in the bottom of the tank into the pump head. With each rotation of the pump motor, fluid is forced via valves into a high-pressure chamber in the pump head. Fluid exits from the chamber via a check valve into the delivery hose. Providing the delivery hose has an open orifice fluid will flow from the hose. When the delivery hose is opened, the pressure will drop as fluid is dispensed. When the pressure drops to the pump turn on pressure the pump will start to operate. If the optional accumulator is fitted and charged to the correct air pressure (approximately 25 PSI), fluid will be stored under pressure in the accumulator chamber. When the spray gun is operated fluid will be dispensed from the chamber as well as the delivery hose. The additional stored fluid extends reduces the pump duty cycle and allow more cows to be sprayed before the pump needs to operate. 6

7 Place water in the tank through the strainer basket. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Always use clean water to fill your sprayer. Never use dirty water or water with sand or grit. Take care not to spill water or chemical down the outside of the tank. The pump motor is not sealed and spillage may result in deterioration and premature failure. Measure the required amount of chemical for the water and pour it into the tank through the strainer basket. Take care not to spill water or chemical down the outside of the tank. The pump motor is not sealed and spillage may result in deterioration and premature failure. Wipe any spillage from the outside of the pump as soon as it occurs. Secure the lid on the tank and open the recirculating valve. Switch the transformer on. Allow the pump to operate for several minutes to mix the spray fluid in the tank. Close the recirculating valve. The pump will pump up to pressure then stop. Operate the spray gun trigger. Fluid will be sprayed from the spray tip. CHEMICAL APPLICATION WARNING Mixing chemicals is a most dangerous activity as it involves handling the concentrated material. For toxic compounds, use protective clothing such as overalls, hat, gloves, boots and respirator. When using diluted sprays, wear at least a hat, long-sleeved cotton overalls, and boots. If you use pesticides regularly, it is a good idea to always wear a respirator to avoid accumulation of toxins in the body. Other protection may be required. Check the label for specific directions for the particular chemical. Chemical Advice C-Dax Ltd or their agents cannot make recommendations or give advice as to the use of chemicals and cannot accept responsibility for any damage, injury or other consequence for disregarding this warning notice. Contact your chemical supplier for advice. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Keep the sprayer in good condition. Cleanliness and maintenance are essential for safe and trouble free operation. When spraying is complete, switch the transformer off and open the recirculation valve to release the pressure from the pump, accumulator and hose. Failure to switch the unit off and release the pressure after each use will shorten pump life. When the spray mix has been used up and the tank is empty (approximately once a week), check the filters in the tank. Remove, clean and replace if necessary. Fill the tank with clean water and allow the unit to operate for several minutes with the recirculation valve open, or operate spray gun back into tank via lid opening. This will rinse the pump. Switch the unit off, open the recirculation valve and allow the unit to stand between milkings with clean water in the pump. Failure to rinse the unit at regular intervals will shorten pump life. 7

8 Spray Gun Filters Each teat-spray gun has a built-in filter in the tip. It is recommended that the filters be serviced at weekly intervals. Unscrew the cap taking care not to lose the nozzle and swirler plate. Pull the filter out of the elbow unit to clean it. Replace the filter. ADJUSTMENTS Setting the Accumulator Static Pressure For maximum effectiveness the accumulator static pressure must equal the pump switch-on pressure. The pump has been factory set to switch on at 1.5 bar (22 PSI). With the transformer switched off and the recirculating valve turn on, check the accumulator pressure with a tyre gauge. If necessary apply more pressure using a bicycle pump to charge the accumulator to the required pressure. Pump Pressure Switch The pump pressure switch determines the pressure at which the pump will turn off. The switch is factory set to switch off at 2.3 Bar (35 psi). Adjusting the switch to a higher pressure will cause the pump to work harder and therefore reduce pump life. It should not be necessary to adjust the switch unless a replacement switch is fitted. This is best done by a C-Dax service centre. TROUBLESHOOTING C-Dax Ltd and their distributors have a comprehensive parts inventory and capable service staff. Repairs should only be undertaken by C-Dax, or an authorised C-Dax service centre. Under no circumstances should a pump be repaired using other than the specified spare parts kit. Transformer Switch on but pump does not operate 1. Tripped circuit breaker Check wiring and reset the circuit breaker 2. Pressure switch operated Open spray gun valve 3. Pressure switch failed Replace pressure switch 4. Transformer failed Replace transformer Pump runs but does not stop. 1. Spray gun valve open Close valve 2. Air lock in pump Open spray gun valve and bleed the air from the system 3. Suction hose loose Check and tighten all suction hose connections between pump inlet and tank Fluid leaks from drain holes in pump 4. Dirt or spray residue in Replace valves pump valves 5. Blocked suction filter mesh Clean filter mesh 1. Internal leak within pump Remove pump for servicing head 8

9 FLOJET SPRAY PUMP RELACEMENT PARTS The following replacement parts available for the 12V Flojet 3.8 L/Min pump are available from any C-Dax dealer: ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION Pressure Switch Kit Pumphead Kit (includes pressure switch) Motor Kit Replacement Pump 9

10 TEAT SPRAY GUN (MODEL HGTSHSK, Pt.No 81157) Attaching the HGTS to the Delivery Hose 1. Soften the hose with warm water and push the hose all the way onto the hose tail on the spray gun. 2. Secure the hose to the hose tail with a hose clamp. Parts Diagram 10

11 PARTS DIAGRAM AND LIST 11