JACTO - Pulverizador Columbia AD-18

COLUMBIA AD-18
English version - MI-0311
EDITION - 04/2006
CODE - 281758
Operators Manual
MQUINAS AGRCOLAS JACTO S.A.

Rua Dr. Luiz Miranda, 1650
17580-000 - Pompia - SP - Brasil
Tel.: +55 14 3405-2100
Fax: +55 14 3452-1916
E-mail: export@jacto.com.br
Home page: www.jacto.com.br
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 and COLUMBIA are trademarks registered by Mquinas Agrcolas Jacto S.A.
JACTO RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGN

WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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 ....................................................................................................... 28
SETTING 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 .............................................................................................................. 32
INSTALLING THE NOZZLES TUBES ................................................................................................. 36
FITTING THE BOOM SKIDS .............................................................................................................. 37
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM ....................................................................................................... 38
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OPERATION ................................................................................................. 39
OPERATION 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
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
HANDLING AGRICULTURAL SPRAYERS
OWNER/OPERATOR:
This sprayer was carefully designed and built
so as to give you the maximum production, saving,
easy operation and safety.
Therefore, you or anyone else who is going to
operate, maintain and work around this sprayer must
read and understand this manual thoroughly in order
to be familiar with all the operating and maintenance
procedures and safety information related to this
sprayer. All accidents can be prevented if all the safety
instructions are correctly followed.
Moreover, always keep this manual close at hand
for quick review in case of doubt.
ATTENTION
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS PROPERLY WILL RISK YOUR
OWN 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 or
illegible.
- 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 injuries
or fatal accidents.
- Do not modify this sprayer in an y way because t his can impair the function and risk your
safety.
- Keep away children, aged people and animals while operating, servicing this sprayer and even
when 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 stop
before servicing, adjusting or repairing the sprayer.
ATTENTION: Do not touch PTO shafts, belts, fans or any other moving part while the
sprayer is running.
- Only unhitch the sprayer on firm and level ground.
- Keep your sprayer in thorough repair.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
HANDLING CHEMICALS
Chemical products are classified in four categories of toxicity. According to their toxicity
level, there is a special recommendation of appropriate protective clothing.
As your safety concerns first, we list below all the protective clothing recommended for
handling chemical products of the category 1 which includes high toxicity level chemicals.
This way, all the possibilities of serious illness and death are eliminated.
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
CHEMICAL PRODUCTS CLASSIFICATION

TOXICITY LEVEL
LABEL COLOR ON
CHEMICALS CONTAINER
HIGH
RED
II
MODERATE
YELLOW
III
LOW
BLUE
IV
LIGHT
GREEN
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 agronomist
on how to discard empty containers of chemicals.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DECALS
Safety 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, through
this page.
Keep them in good repair, clean and legible. Replade them immediately in case of damage
by ordering them through the part numbers specified below.
ATTENTION: Lubrication
point
ATTENTION: Read the

operator's manual before
operating the sprayer.
P/N: 276220
P/N: 379248
ATTENTION: Area where

the jack must be placed
to lift the equipment.
ATTENTION: Risk of serious

injuries. Do not maneuver the
sprayer close to electricity
supply cables.
P/N: 276238
ATTENTION: Read the

operator's manual of the
sprayer before operating
the steel cables.
P/N: 378992
ATTENTION: Read the

sprayer before operating the
steel cables.
P/N: 378976
ATTENTION: Read the

sprayer before operating
the steel cables.
P/N: 379032
ATTENTION: Be careful
when opening the lid of the
main tank.
P/N: 378984
ATTENTION: Read the
operator's manual before
operating the sprayer.
P/N: 379230
P/N: 379172
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ATTENTION: Read the

sprayer before operating the
steel cables.
ATTENTION: Clean water tank

to wash the hands.
P/N: 379073
P/N: 379024
ATTENTION: Risk of injuries.

Keep away from the sprayer
when it is running.
ATTENTION: Hydraulic oil

level indicator.
P/N: 379040
P/N: 379107

injuries. Keep away and do not
make any kind of maintenance
while the fan is in motion and
the PTO is engaged.
ATTENTION: Obligatory use

of protective mask.
P/N: 379115
P/N: 379057

injuries. Keep all protection
devices in its places.

of hearing protector.
P/N: 379065
P/N: 379123
ATTENTION: Flow control
directional valve. It directs the
flow of the 100 or 2000-liter
tank to the chemical pump.
P/N: 379016
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

injuries. Do not make any
operation on the PTO shaft if
the PTO is engaged.

of protective clothing.
P/N: 379008
P/N: 379131
ATTENTION: Do not get into

the main tank of the sprayer.
ATTENTION: Maximum speed

allowed for the machine is 30
km/h .
P/N: 380014
P/N: 379214
ATTENTION: Nut
torque table.
ATTENTION: This machine is
not allowed in highways.
P/N: 379164
P/N: 379222
Final test of the equipment.
ATTENTION: Tire
pressure table.
P/N: 013169
P/N: 379149
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ATTENTION: THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES IMPORTANT
SAFETY MESSAGES. WHEN YOU SEE IT, BE ALERT TO ANY POSSIBILITY
OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
SAFETY MEASURES
- 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 friction
between 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, once
they can cause serius injuries, even death.
- Never operate the sprayer if the PTO shaft, the sprayer and the tractor's PTO protectors are
not 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. The
PTO 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 places
before 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 other
recommendation indicated on the operator's manual.
- Stop the machine and all moving parts before adjusting, maintenance or when there are people
close 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, change
the 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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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
COLUMBIA AD-18
4.520
Length (m) ..............................................................................................
2.820
Width (m)................................................................................................
4.700
Maximum height (m) ..............................................................................
1440
Weight (kg) .............................................................................................
1.800 a 2.400
Track width with tire 11.2 x 28 (m) ..........................................................
0.55
- Ground clearance (m)...........................................................................
30
- Tires pressure (psi) ..............................................................................
Spray tank
2000
- Capacity (liters) ....................................................................................
Plastic
- Material ................................................................................................
Auxiliary tank
100
- Capacity (liters) ....................................................................................
Plastic
- Material ................................................................................................
Booms
18.0
- Length (m)............................................................................................
0.575 to 1.380
- Working height (m) ...............................................................................
Spray pump
JP-100
- Model...................................................................................................
100
- Capacity ( L/min) at 540 rpm ................................................................
5.6
- Power consumption ( HP) at 300 psi ....................................................
4
In-line filter ..............................................................................................
300
- Maximum working pressure (psi) .........................................................
Nozzles
- Nozzle holder with nondrip valve........................................................... Bijet (double nozzle)
- Recommended maximum pressure (psi)
200
Cone nozzle ...........................................................................................
60
Flat flan nozzle .......................................................................................
Number of nozzles (0.5 -m spacing)
37
- JA-2 (cone - black) ...............................................................................
37
- ADI-110.02 (flat flan - yellow) ................................................................
Filter
FVS-100
- Model...................................................................................................
60
- Mesh ....................................................................................................
Glycerin-filled
Pressure gauge with extended scale .....................................................
Mechanical
Agitation .................................................................................................
Up to 12 km
Working speed (km/h) ............................................................................
Hydraulic pump
- Flow rate (L/min) .................................................................................
8
- Rotation (rpm) ......................................................................................
1000
- Oil type ................................................................................................
ISO VG-68
- Oil quantity (L) ......................................................................................
5.5
THE REQUIRED TRACTOR TO DRIVE THIS SPRAYER MUST HAVE A

GROSS WEIGHT EQUAL OR ABOVE 3,440 KG.
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AVAILABLE VERSIONS OF COLUMBIA AD-18
DESCRIPTION
Chemical control..............................
CHARACTERISTIC
MF 2000-4 Cable
MF 2000-4 Electric 300 PSI
MF 2000-4 Lever 300 PSI
MF 2000-4 Electric / Computer (JSC) 300 PSI
MF 2000-4 Cable / Computer (JSC) 300 PSI
Hydraulic control .............................
Lever
Cable
Electric
NOTE.: The controls actuation are the same for a same machine, that is, if the chemical control
is electric, so will be the hydraulic control.
In-line filter .......................................
4 filters for 300 psi
Nozzle holder ...................................
Bijet - tube
Quadrijet - tube
Nozzle spacing ................................
35 cm
50 cm
Axle .................................................
Simple 11.2 x 28 - track width: 1.80 to 2.40 meters

Tandem 11L-15 - track width: 1.80 meters
Tandem 7.5 x 16 - track width: 1.80 meters
Chemical circuit ...............................
100-liter auxiliary tank

12-liter clean water tank
PTO shaft ........................................
Conventional
Wide-angle CV
Options ...........................................
Foam marker
Filler unit
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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 - 100
(JP-75/100 pump)
FVS - 200
(JP-150 pump)
SPRAY PUMP
- The spray pumps in the COLUMBIA - AD sprayers have capacity ranging from 100 to 150 liters
per minute.
MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE
SPRAY PUMP
FLOW RATE
MODEL
(liters/minute)
psi
kgf/cm
JP - 100
100
300
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JP - 150
150
300
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- 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
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Your equipment can be equiped with the MASTERFLOW control, MASTERFLOW control with
cable actuation, MASTERFLOW control with electric or electronic actuation. Identify in the figures
below which is the control installed in your sprayer and proceed as described:
Cable control
Electric control
Eletronic cable control
Electric eletronic control
MASTERFLOW SPRAY CONTROL

Besides providing great sensitiveness and
precision in the adjustments, it has basic
functional characteristics in relation to
conventional controls.
- FLOW PROPORTIONAL TO ROUTING

Within a same working gear, even if the engine
rotation is changed, the application rate per area
sprayed remains unchanged.
- KEEPS THE SAME PRESSURE ALONG
THE WHOLE BOOM REGARDLESS OF NUMBER
Masterflow control
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.
ATTENTION
In order to ensure longer life of the pressure gauge, after calibrating the sprayer, turn off the
control, thus releasing the pressure, and close the pressure gauge valve.
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CALIBRATING THE MASTERFLOW SPRAY CONTROL
To 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).
A
(P)
CALIBRATING THE BOOMS:

D
01 - Run the sprayer and set all levers to turn on the

(P)
chemical 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 the
pressure gauge.
05 - Choose one of the boom sections and set to
the side the corresponding lever to turn off the
chemical flow.
4
2
3
5
06 - Other levers must remain set downward (open).
07 - Check if there was fluctuation in the pressure registered on the pressure gauge. If so, proceed
as 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
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ATTENTION: Do not
change the engine
rotation during the
calibration. A change
in the rotation would
change the pressure
on the nozzles and
therefore their flow
rate.

CALIBRATING THE MASTERFLOW SPRAY CONTROL
To calibrate the working pressure, proceed as follows:
CABLE CONTROL
01 - 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 it
counterclockwise to decrease the pressure in the circuit.
NOTE: As a reference for the calibration, keep the pressure at 60 psi, for example.
pressure gauge (Ex. 60 psi)
levers setting to turn
on the chemical flow
to the booms
levers setting to turn

on the chemical flow
to the booms
pressure
regulator
A
fig. A
ATTENTION: Set the pressure regulator needle at the reference pressure to calibrate the boom
sections (Ex. 60 psi).
CALIBRATING THE PRESSURE ON THE BOOM SECTIONS:
01 -Choose one of the boom sections and set the
corresponding lever to turn off the chemical flow.
60 psi
setting to turn
off the flow to
the boom
section
boom section off

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

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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:
fixing screw
- Loosen the fixing screw.
pressure
gauge
(60 psi))
- Turn the grip clockwise all the
grip
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.
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 rotation
would change the pressure on the nozzles and therefore their flow rate.
ELECTRIC AND/OR ELECTRONIC CONTROL
To 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 through
an electric system.
PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT:
- With the pump running at 540 rpm
and the system energized, press the
electric switch until obtaining the
working pressure desired.
pressure adjustment
switch
fig. D
- To calibrate the booms sections,

proceed as described above.
NOTE : The information about the sprayer
control must be obtained in the
attached manual- JSC-4000 or JSC-5000
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.
cone
nozzle
nozzle holder
nondrip
valve
nozzle holder
(1)
flatfannozzle
Positioning a nozzle:
- The proper position of the nozzle is at 90
(vertical) in relation to the boom. To use the
other nozzle, just turn the nozzle holder (1) 180.
Shutting a nozzle:
- Just turn the nozzle holder to set both nozzles
parallel to the boom (in the horizontal).
Positioning a nozzle:
- Loosen the nut (1) with two turns. Position
the chosen nozzle and retighten the nut.
Shutting a nozzle:
- Loosen the nut (1) with two turns and turn
the nozzle holder to 45. Retighten the nut..
NOZZLES
The 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.
CONE NOZZLE: This nozzle is fitted into the nozzle holder through a scew
nozzle
cap, which fact allows to use it at high pressures.
cap
cone nozzle
FLAT FAN NOZZLE: This nozzle is fitted into

the nozzle holder through a quick fitting cap for
more practicability in eventual maintenance,
which fact allows to use it at pressure of up to 7
kgf/pol (100 psi).
filter
filter
flat fan
nozzle
nozzle
cap
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CHEMICAL MIXER
This component has a 25-liter tank and is
designed to prevent chemical waste, make
filling operation faster and provide more
protection to the operator
It mixes liquids and wettable powders.
-INSTRUCTIONS
- Run the sprayer and divert the flow to the
chemical 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.
chemical
mixing
setting
2
To clean the internal part of the mixer with clean
water, keep the main valve lever (1) in the
working
position
chemical mixing setting and change the

bypass valve lever position (3) to make the
pump draw clean water.
After cleaning, turn the main and the bypass
valve levers to the previous position.
NOTE: In case of wettable powders, dilute the chemical in a pre-mixture before filling.
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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 filler
opening.
- 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 main
valve (1) intake hose.
working position
main valve
(1)
spray tank
chemical mixing
filler unit hose (2)
filler
unit (3)
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT.

IT IS EXTREMELELY IMPORTANT FOR A HEALTHY LIFE.
ATTENTION:
- THE SPRAYER FILLING OPERATION MUST BE DONE IN PLACES
APPROPRIATE FOR THIS PURPOSE OR THROUGH APPROPRIATE TANKERS.
- NEVER COLLECT WATER FROM RIVERS, LAKES, DAMS , STREAMS, ETC.
BY USING THE SPRAYER'S RETURN SYSTEM.
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QUICK 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, USE
THE INDIVIDUAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING RECOMMENDED FOR THIS OPERATION.

chemical mixture or
clean water tanker
filling hose (2)
quick fitting valve

(3)
filling hose valve (1)
detail of the quick

fitting valve (3)
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT.

IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT FOR A HEALTHY LIFE.
ATTENTION:
- DO NOT LEAVE THE QUICK FITTING VALVE (3) OPEN, BECAUSE THE
CHEMICAL MIXTURE IN THE SPRAY TANK WILL OVERFLOW.
- THE SPRAYER FILLING OPERATION MUST BE DONE IN PLACES
APPROPRIATE FOR THIS PURPOSE OR THROUGH APPROPRIATE TANKERS.
- NEVER COLLECT WATER FROM RIVERS, LAKES, DAMS , STREAMS, ETC.
BY USING THE SPRAYER'S RETURN SYSTEM.
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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.
chemical container
rinse nozzle
ATTENTION
Never operate the
red lever without a
container over the
rinse nozzle.
Red lever:
Chemical container rinse nozzle:
Black lever:
Chemical mixer rinse
As the rinse nozzle

rotates, the people
standing around the
sprayer can get wet.
ATTENTION
- Each container should be rinsed at least three times to ensure the residues are
completely removed.
- Watch out for sprinkling while rinsing the containers. Use protective clothing.
- After rinsing properly the empty chemical containers, dispose of them in an appropriate
place.
- Never leave empty chemical containers anywhere, that is, in places where any untrained
person has access to .
- Prepare an appropriate place for storing empty chemical containers where only
trained 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 individual
protective clothing when handling chemicals.
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OPERATING THE CHEMICAL CONTAINER RINSE NOZZLE
Before washing the chemical container with clean water from the auxiliary tank, make
a prewash with the water of the spray tank.
Run the sprayer.
1
Set the main valve lever (1) in the
chemical mixing setting.
Hold the chemical container over the
nozzle and push the red lever of the
chemical container rinse nozzle valve (2).
To discard the chemical container, it is necessary to wash them using the clean water of the
auxiliary 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 chemical
container over the rinse nozzle. This will keep you from being wetted with water available
for washing inside the chemical mixer or even the chemical mixture or water from the spray
tank.
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RINSING THE SPRAY TANK
After 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 the

pump draw water from the auxiliary tank (clean
water tank).
- Spray still on the crop to rinse the circuit and

nozzles.
- Part of the water drawn by the pump went
back to the spray tank through the control return
and must also be drained onto the crop. This
can be done by taking out the filter cap (2)
- Set the bypass valve lever (1) back to the
working position.
FVS_100
ATTENTION
The water used to rinse the spray tank

must be applied to the crop and not
discharged in places where it can
contaminate the man, animals and
environment. Be careful when
changing chemicals (insecticides for
herbicides) in order to prevent damage
to the crop.
FVS_200
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BYPASS VALVE
LEVER POSITION
1 - 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
The lever pointing downward indicates the

working setting (spraying).
chemical mixing setting.
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Your sprayer may be equipped with the wide-angle C.V. PTO shaft or the conventional
PTO shaft, both shown in the figures below.
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
NOTE:
For instruction in detail, please refer to the section MAINTENANCE - PTO SHAFT.
IN-LINE FILTER
For 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 psi
NOTE: 300 psi is the maximum the sprayer can obtain.
Filtering element mesh ........................... 80
Hose fitting............................................. 3/4"
Maximum flow rate ................................. 150 L/min
ATTENTION:
- Clean the filter whenever filling the sprayer, or
when necessary.
- Do not exceed the recommended maximum
pressure (300 psi).
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CLEAN WATER TANK
tank
This is a 15-liter tank plastic located in a place of

easy acces which must always be filled up with clean
water for washing hands and other parts of the body
that have touched chemicals during the use of these
products
tap
LOW PRESSURE GAUGE KIT (OPTIONAL)
The low pressure gauge kit was designed for checking

the actual pressure on the nozzles.
It can be installed on the sprayers assembled with both
universal nozzle caps and fittings and complex nozzle
holders, such as double and quadruple units.
GENERAL CARE WITH THE LOW PRESSURE GAUGE KIT

The 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.
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.
compressor
control panel
foam
generator
More information can be found in the MASTERMARK FOAM MARKER manual.
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- Check the spray pump oil level ....................................................................................
28
X
X
- Check the mechanical agitator operation .....................................................................
- Test the electronic control functions and program .......................................................

X
- Test the boom unfolding and folding. Check for oil leakage .......................................
- Test the spray circuit pressure ....................................................................................
- Lubricate the agitator, jack and hitch ............................................................................
Every
50 h
30 h
- Lubricate the booms and frame articulation pins ..........................................................
- Lubricate the PTO shaft ...............................................................................................
- Lubricate the wheel hubs .............................................................................................
- Check the nozzles spray angle and flow rate ................................................................
- Change the hydraulic oil ...............................................................................................
- Change the spray pump oil ..........................................................................................
- Wash the spray circuit .................................................................................................
- Retighten the wheels and axle bolts .............................................................................
- Check the hydraulic oil level .........................................................................................
-Disassemble and wash inside the pressure regulator ..................................................

X
- Clean the nozzles and nozzles filters ............................................................................
- Check the tires pressure ..............................................................................................
Every
10 h
- Clean the in-line filters and suction filters ...................................................................... .
- Wash out the sprayer daily ...........................................................................................
PROCEDURES
FREQUENCY
Every
100 h
Every
500 h
OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
SETTING UP THE TRACTOR

- Adjusting the drawbar
Fit the hitch in the proper hole (1 or 2) to vary the
distance between the PTO and the hitch point (figure A).
NOTE:
For heavy load use the hole # 2 (figure A).
Distance between
the PTO and the
Hole
hitch point
Maximum
(static) load
in lift
35 cm
455 kg
25 cm
590 kg
ATTENTION
The figures shown in above table were obtained with a 63 HP tractor. For
explanation in detail, please consult the operator's manual of your tractor.
- Adjusting the sprayer height and the drawbar

Position 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).
B
A=A
NOTE
In order to know what is the load in kilogram put on the drawbars of tractors trailing the
Columbia line sprayers, just add the sprayer weight to the tank capacity and multiply the total
by 0.12.
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-Hitch the sprayer to the tractor as
shown in the figure beside.
NOTE: The bigger hole on the
clevis hitch should always be on
the lower position as its is
designed to allow the hitch pin
to move when overcoming
obstacles.
clevis hitch
bigger
hole
-Install the safety chain as shown in the figure beside and

heed the following:
1
- Leave some slack on the chain so that it is not

stretched when making turns or maneuvering.
- The chain holder (1) should be mounted as close to
the hitch pin as possible (2).
ATTENTION
Replaced 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 - PTO
SHAFT.
WIDE-ANGLE C.V. PTO SHAFT
5 cm
5 cm
PTO
75
pump
NOTE: Before cutting the PTO shaft tubes, check for all the possibilities of adjustment
on both tractor's drawbar and sprayer's tongue.
Make sure the hitch pin is mounted with cotter pin.
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INSTALLING THE CONTROL SUPPORT
- Mount the hydraulic control support to the tractor in a convenient position.
ATTENTION
AFTER INSTALLED, THE HYDRAULIC AND
SPRAY CIRCUIT CONTROLS LEVERS WILL
BE POSITIONED CLOSE TO THE OPERATOR
FOR EASY OPERATION.
AS THE OPERATOR MAY BE IN FRONT OF
OR EVEN BESIDE THE CONTROL LEVERS,
THIS REQUIRES THE USE OF ORIGINAL PIN
WITH COTTER PIN AND SAFETY CHAIN
PROPERLY
ACCIDENTS.
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INSTALLED
TO
AVOID
ASSEMBLING THE BOOMS

- Install the booms supporting crossbeam.
- install the booms

supporting springs
32

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

boom.
- Install the cylinder on the boom.
stabilization
cables
- keep the clamps joining the

boom sections I and II
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- Run the sprayer and operate the lever of the
hydraulic control to position the boom in the
vertical. Next, cut the clamps.
- In case of need, raise the boom end to

release the tension of the steel cable.
- Install the steel cable on the boom supporting
springs.
- Install the safety cable.
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- Install the central boom.
- Install the hoses.
Note that the hoses have different sizes. The

shorter one must be installed on the 1st in-line
filter and the longer one on 2nd in-line filter.
2
- Unfold and fold carefully the booms to make
sure that the hoses are not entangled on the
structure.
- In case of problem when folding the booms,

adjust the cylinder fork.
cylinder
fork
35
36
central
boom
swinging
frame
frame
center
0c
5
5-
INSTALLING THE NOZZLE TUBES
35
m
0c
-5
- Start to install the nozzle tubes on the

central boom.
1st - The nozzle on the tube center should be aligned to
the center of the swinging frame.
2nd
- After installing the nozzle tube on the central boom, install the
cm
0
nozzle tube on the first boom section (detail C). The distance between
-5
35
the last nozzle on the central boom and the first nozzle on the first boom
section must be 35 or 50 cm. This distance will depend on the nozzle
spacing along the boom.
3rd - Repeat the same procedure on the other boom sections.
4th - Fasten the nozzle tubes to the booms with the clamps as shown in the circle.
clamp for
fastening the
nozzle tubes to
the booms
boom
skid
Important: Mount the skids on the boom between the last two nozzle holders as shown,
otherwise the boom assembly can be danaged.
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 supply
cables, trees, etc.
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM
oil
radiator
capacity:
5.5 liters
hydraulic
pump
booms
hydraulic
control
booms angular
adjustment
cylinder
frame
actuation
cylinder
left boom actuation

cylinder
right boom actuation

cylinder
HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT CHARACTERISTICS

Working pressure .................. 175 kgf/cm
Pump average rotation .......... 1000 rpm
Pump flow rate ..................... 8 L /min
ATTENTION: USE HYDRAULIC OIL WITH SPECIFICATION ISO VG-68, AS SHOWN IN THE
THE LUBRICATION TABLE.
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OPERATION

SEQUENCE FOR UNFOLDING AND FOLDING THE BOOMS
There are two ways to actuate the booms unfolding
and folding:
- through electric switches;
- through cables.
JEC-3400
Plate fixed on the control (with actuation

through cable) showing the sequence to
unfold and fold the booms.
BOOMS UNFOLDING AND FOLDING

1st- Boom in the rest position.
39

2nd - Raise the frame.
3rd - Set the booms in the vertical position through the booms angular adjustment cylinder.
booms angular
adjustment cylinder
40

4th - Unfold the booms, both simultaneously or individually.
5th - With the booms aligned (in the horizontal), set them about 50 cm above the
target.
ATTENTION
Only unfold and fold the booms in level areas away from trees and
electricity supply cables.
BOOMS POSITION
- Through the hydraulic control, actuate the booms angular adjustment cylinder in order to set
the booms in a position so as to provide a good, drift-free coverage.
SPRAY ANGULAR ADJUSTING CHANNEL
This part directs the spray in a way so as to provide a good coverage, even on pre-tillage
herbicides 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 direction
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Booms angular settings

Without wind
Wind direction

SPRAY APPLICATION TECHNOLOGY
A 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 TIME
The 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.
SAFETY
When 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 windy
conditions. Do not allow the operator to handle chemicals and spraying machinery without
the proper individual protective clothing.
CORRECT APPLICATION RATE
Any 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 COVERAGE
You 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 regional
factors.
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 TRAINED
OPERATOR.
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NOZZLES SERIES ADI 110

LOW DRIFT
HIGH QUALITY CERAMIC
WEAR RESISTANT
FLAT FAN SPRAY

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Spray pattern ..................................................... Flat fan - Low drift
Spray angle........................................................ 110 @ 45 psi
Material .............................................................. Ceramic
Flow identification .............................................. Nozzle color and part #
Nozzle geometry ................................................ ISO 10.626 standard
GREAT PERFORMANCE UNDER

DIFFERENT PRESSURES
produce spray with 50% reduction in the quantity of

driftable droplets (that is, droplets below 100 microns
10
API-110-3
API-110-4
ADI-110-04
In relation to the nozzles of series API-110, they
20
ADI-110-03
even under windy conditions.
ADI-110-02
outstanding spray deposit and coverage pattern,
API-110-1,5
API-110-2
The low drift nozzles of the series ADI-110 keep an
30
ADI-110-015
in which where wind causes the droplets to drift.
Percentage of droplets
designed for spray applications in locations or weather
ADI-110-01
The flat fan nozzles of series ADI-110 are specifically
API-110-1,5
40
(see graph beside).

Percentage reduction of droplets below 100
microns generated by the nozzles of Series
ADI-110.
Nozzle
material
Nozzle
useful life
(hours)
Brass
100
Nylon
200
Stainless steel
400
Kematal
400
Ceramic
400
UNIFORM FLOW
The nozzles of series ADI are made of high quality ceramic
and give an excellent flow uniformity, spray angle and deposit
pattern on the surface being treated.
WEAR RESISTANT
The nozzles of series ADI are the most wear resistant,
according to the tests carried out by Dr. Matthew J. Novak
and staff of the Oregon State University, U.S.A.
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TABLE 1. FLOW RATE - SERIES ADI-110 NOZZLES
Color
Description
Orange
ADI-110-01
0.25
0.28
0.32
Green
ADI-110-015
0.37
0.43
0.48
Pressure (psi)
35
40
45
Flow rate (L/min)
0.35 0.38 0.40 0.43
0.52 0.56 0.60 0.64
Yellow
ADI-110-02
0.49
0.57
0.64
0.70
0.76
0.80
Blue
ADI-110-03
0.75
0.86
0.96
1.06
1.14
Red
ADI-110-04
0.99
1.15
1.28
1.40
1.52
Nozzles
15
20
25
50
55
60
0.45
0.47
0.49
0.68
0.71
0.74
0.86
0.90
0.94
0.99
1.20
1.29
1.36
1.43
1.49
1.60
1.72
1.81
1.90
1.99
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Nozzle filter: Orange and green nozzles: 80 mesh ; others: 50 mesh .
SERIES ADI-110 NOZZLES

TABLE 02 - SPRAYING VOLUME WITH 50 CM NOZZLE SPACING
NOZZLE
COLOR
ORANGE
GREEN
YELLOW
BLUE
RED
FLOW
PRESSURE RATE PER
NOZZLE
(psi)
(L/min)
20
0.28
ADI-110.01
30
0.35
80 mesh
40
0.40
20
0.43
ADI-110.015
30
0.52
50 mesh
40
0.60
20
0.57
ADI-110.02
30
0.70
50 mesh
40
0.80
20
0.86
ADI-110.03
30
1.06
50 mesh
40
1.20
20
1.15
ADI-110.04
30
1.40
50 mesh
40
1.60
NOZZLE
FILTER
84
105
120
129
156
180
171
210
240
258
318
360
345
420
480
67
84
96
103
125
144
137
168
192
206
254
288
276
336
384
TRACTOR SPEED (km/h)

6
7
8
9
10
SPRAYING VOLUME (l/ha)
37
48
42
34
56
47
60
53
42
70
53
69
60
48
80
57
74
65
52
86
69
78
62
104 89
80
90
72
120 103
76
86
68
114 98
84
140 120 105 93
96
160 137 120 107
172 147 129 115 103
212 182 159 141 127
240 206 180 160 144
230 197 173 153 138
280 240 210 187 168
320 274 240 213 192
11
12
31
38
44
47
57
65
62
76
87
94
116
131
125
153
175
28
35
40
43
52
60
57
70
80
86
106
120
115
140
160
ORDERING
Nozzle color
Nozzle description
Nozzle part #
Orange
Green
Yellow
ADI-110-01 ADI-110-015 ADI-110-02

457788
457796
457804
Blue
Red
ADI-110-03
ADI-110-04
457812
457820
Specify nozzle description and part #. Ex: ADI-110 - 02; Part # 457804.
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HOLLOW CONE NOZZLE

HIGH QUALITY CERAMIC
SERIES JA
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Spray pattern ....................................................
Spray angle ........................................................
Nozzle Material ..................................................
Flow identification .............................................
Hollow cone
75 to 80 degrees @ 150 psi
Sintered alumina
Nozzle color and part #
HIGH QUALITY
Series JA hollow cone nozzles are produced by processes developed for exacting markets of
mechanical engineering, space and aerospace industries. A special mold injection process makes
a perfect orifice on the nozzles, giving better quality to the surface finish than that achieved by
machines. And the result is better coverage and more homogenous spraying.
These nozzles are approved by international quality standards, ensuring an outstanding spray
cone uniformity and flow rate of nozzles.
HIGH WEAR RESISTANCE

The 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

PRESSURE
Nozzle model
JA - 1
JA - 1,5
30
0.23
0.31
0.47
45
0.28
0.38
60
0.32
90
JA - 2
JA - 3
Flow rate (L/min)
JA - 4
JA - 5
0.64
0.91
1.16
0.55
0.77
1.10
1.40
0.43
0.64
0.88
1.25
1.60
0.38
0.52
0.76
1.06
1.51
1.93
120
0.42
0.59
0.86
1.21
1.72
2.20
150
0.50
0.66
1.00
1.34
1.91
2.44
180
0.52
'0.71
1.04
1.46
2.07
2.65
210
0.55
0.77
1.13
1.57
2.22
2.85
240
0.60
0.82
1.22
1.68
2.34
3.22
270
0.63
0.87
1.28
1.76
2.42
3.41
300
0.72
0.90
1.42
1.84
2.54
3.57
(psi)
NOZZLES FILTER: Use 50 or 60 mesh for all nozzles models.

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OPERATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

NOZZLE
MODEL
COLOR
JA - 1
BLUE
JA - 1.5
BROWN
JA - 2
BLACK
JA - 3
ORANGE
JA - 4
RED
JA - 5
GREEN
PRESSURE FLOW RATE

PERNOZZLE
(psi)
(L/min)
0.32
O.38
0.50
0.55
0.43
0.52
0.66
0.77
0.64
0.76
1.00
1.13
0.88
1.06
1.34
1.57
1.25
1.51
1.91
2.22
1.60
1.93
2.44
2.85
60
90
150
210
60
90
150
210
60
90
150
210
60
90
150
210
60
90
150
210
60
90
150
210
96
114
150
165
129
156
198
231
192
228
300
339
264
318
402
471
375
453
573
666
480
579
732
855
77
91
120
132
103
125
158
185
154
182
240
271
211
254
322
377
300
362
458
533
384
463
586
684
TRACTOR SPEED (km/h)

6
7
8
9
10
SPRAYING VOLUME (L/ha)
43
55
48
38
64
51
65
57
46
76
67
75
60
100 86
73
83
66
110 93
57
74
65
52
86
69
78
62
104 89
88
99
79
132 113
92
154 132 116 103
85
96
77
128 110
91
152 130 114 101
200 171 150 133 120
226 194 170 151 136
176 151 132 117 106
212 182 159 141 127
268 230 201 179 161
314 269 236 209 188
250 214 188 167 150
302 259 227 201 181
382 327 287 255 229
444 381 333 296 266
320 274 240 213 192
386 331 290 257 232
488 418 366 325 293
570 489 428 380 342
11
12
35
41
55
60
47
57
72
84
70
83
109
123
96
116
146
171
136
165
208
242
175
211
266
311
32
38
50
55
43
52
66
77
64
76
100
113
88
106
134
157
125
151
191
222
160
193
244
285
ORDERING
Color
Blue
Brown
Black
Orange
Red
Green
Model
JA - 1
JA - 1,5
JA - 2
JA - 3
JA - 4
JA - 5
Part #
109744
454256
000026
454264
454272
454280
Specify nozzle description and part #. Ex.: nozzle JA-2, part # 000026.
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CALIBRATING THE SPRAYER
The safety of people, animals and environment depends on correct spray applications.
Therefore, we list below important operational procedures.
WHEN HANDLING CHEMICALS
WHEN OPERATING SPRAYERS
- Follow strictly the instructions on the labels.
- Check for the proper working conditions of the

sprayer.
- Use individual protective clothing.
- Do not blow by mouth nozzles, valves or tubes.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke.
- Do not spray against the wind.
- Choose a ventilated place.
- Do not spray at sunny times
- Wash with water and soap the parts of the

body touched by chemicals.
- Use individual protective clothing recommended

- Do not eat, drink or smoke.
REMEMBER!
You are responsible for the success of the application.
CALIBRATING THE SPRAYER

The sprayer can be calibrated through the formula below or through the calibrator bottle as
shown in the next page.
CALCULATING THE SPRAYING VOLUME
Where:
F x 600 ( L/ha )
V=
SxA
: Spraying volume (L/ha)
: Nozzle flow rate (L/min)
: Nozzle spacing (m)
: Tractor speed (km/h)
600 : Conversion unit

EXAMPLE:
Nozzle flow rate .............................. 1.0 L/min at 150 psi (JA-2 nozzle)
Nozzle spacing ............................... 0.5 m
Working speed ............................... 6.0 km/h
V=
F x 600 (L/ha)
S.A
V=
1 x 600 (L/ha)
6 x 0.5
V=
600
3
ATTENTION
The numbers shown in the above example are illustrative.
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200 L/ha

CALIBRATING THE SPRAYER WITH THE CALIBRATOR BOTTLE
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 FOLLOWS
1 - 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 mark
7 - 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 adjust
the 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 move
the 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 the
speed (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.
1,000 ml
400 l/ha
500 l/ha
300 ml
120 l/ha
150 l/ha
0 ml
Volume in ml
nozzle spacing
0.40 m
0.50 m
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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

DILUTING CHEMICALS
ATTENTION
NEVER run the sprayer for with less than 50 liters of water in the tank
to avoid damage to the pump.
- Always use the following individual protective
impermeable
wide-brimmed
hat
clothing when handling chemicals:
goggles
mask
- Impermeable wide-brimmed hat

long-sleeved
working
clothes
- Goggles
- Mask
- Long-sleeved working clothes
- Impermeable gloves
impremeable
boots
- Impremeable boots
impermeable
gloves
PREPARING THE CHEMICAL MIXTURE

- Read carefully the chemical manufactures
label.
- Pour the chemicals into a bucket with little

water and stir.
ATTENTION
- Add water until filling the bucket up.
- Pour the solution into the sprayer's tank.
- Stir until the mixture is homogeneous.
- Install the tank lid and make sure there is no

leakage.
ATTENTION
ALWAYS FOLLOW TECHNICAL RECOMMENDATIONS
WHEN HANDLING CHEMICALS.
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TRACK WIDTH - COLUMBIA AD-18
SPRAYER WITH TELESCOPIC AXLE
TRACK WIDTH (m)
TIRES
MINIMUM
MAXIMUM
1.80
2.40
11.2 x 28
GROUND
TIRES
CLEARANCE (m)
0.55
11.2 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.
A - distance between
the tire center and the
external face of the
chassis
chassis
A
semiaxle
TRACK WIDTH SETTING

- If "A" = 425 mm, then "B" will be
1800 mm, and so on:
axle
semiaxle
fastening plate
B - track width
C - semiaxle
motion stop
screw.
A (mm)
B (mm)
425
1800
475
1900
525
2000
575
2100
625
2200
675
2300
725
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.
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.
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MAINTENANCE
GUIDELINES
- After the first working hours, check if the bolts, nuts and clamps are well tightened. Give
special 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 and
run the sprayer till empty.
- Remove, clean and replace the nozzles and filters.
- Clean the main filter.
- Wash the outside and inside of the sprayer.
ATTENTION
NEVER 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 as
protect your life.
COMPONENTS
SUCTION FILTER
- The frequency of filter cleaning depends on
the quality of water and type of chemicals used.
FVS - 200
filtering
element
shut-off valve
- Clean the filter when filling the tank or whenever

necessary.
packing
ring
PRESSURE REGULATOR
- Disassemble the pressure regulator every 100 working hours or at the end of each spraying
season.
- Check for wear on the valve and valve seat and replace them if necessary.
LEVER-OPERATED
CONTROL
CABLE-OPERATED
CONTROL
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MAINTENANCE
BIJET
NONDRIP DOUBLE NOZZLE HOLDER
After prolonged use, it may be necessary to

service the nondrip valve. Refer to the drawing
core
beside and table below.
diaphragm
3
piston cup
assembly
1
nozzle holder
6
5
PROBLEMS
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Valve does not seal.
a -Nut (1) not tightened properly.

b -Impurities on the diaphragm.
c - Rupture of the diaphragm.
d - Rupture of the diaphragm
followed by chemicals buildup.
a - Tighten the nut (1).

b - Remove and clean the diaphragm.
c - Replace the diaphragm.
d - Replace the diaphragm and clean
the piston cup assembly
Leakage between
the core and
nozzle holder.
Leakage through the

connection with
the spray tube.
Leakage through the
nozzle holder and the
nozzle.
a - Fit the seal (2).

a - - Seal (2) missing.
b - Replace the seal (2).
b - Seal (2) damaged.
c - Nut (1) not tightened properly. c - Tighten the nut (1).
a - Fit the packing ring (3).
a - Packing ring (3) missing.
b - Packing ring (3) damaged. b - Replace the packing ring (3)
c - Part (4) not tightened properly. c - Tighten the part (4).
a - Nut (5) not tightened properly. a - Tighten the nut (5).

b - Base of filter (6) damaged. b - Replace the filter (6).
NOZZLES
- Clean the nozzles daily or whenever there is failure in the spray.
CONE NOZZLE
FLAT FAN NOZZLE
Filter
Nozzle cap
Nozzle
Swirl core
ATTENTION
The flat fan nozzle has a red
Seal
seal made of a material subject

to crush to facilitate sealing.
Nozze
Therefore the use of threaded

nozzle cap is not recommended.
Nozzle
cap
Filter
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MAINTENANCE
QUADRIJET NONDRIP QUADRUPLE NOZZLE HOLDER
- After prolonged use, it may be necessary to service the nondrip valve. Refer to the drawing and
table below.
quick fitting
nut
2
7
8
nozzle holder
4
diaphragm
1
3
core
6
5
PROBLEM
Valve
does
not seal.
CAUSE
- Impurities on the diaphragm.
- Rupture of the diaphragm.
- Rupture of the diaphragm followed
by chemicals buildup.
- Nut (1) not tightened properly.
CORRECTION
- Remove and clean the diaphragm
- Replace the diaphragm
- Replace the diaphragm and clean
the plunger assembly
- Tighten the nut (1).
Leakage between - Seal (2) missing.

the core and
- Seal (2) damaged.
nozzle holder.
- Fit the seal (2).

- Replace the seal (2).
Leakage through - Packing ring (3) missing.

the connection with - Packing ring (3) damaged.
the spray tube. - Part (4) not tightened properly.
- Fit the packing ring (3).

- Replace the packing ring (3).
- Tighten the bolts of the part (4).
Leakage through
the nozzle holder
and the nozzle
(cap with thread)

- Base of filter (6) damaged.
Leakage through - Quick fitting nut not fitted properly.

the nozzle holder - Packing ring (7) damaged.
with the nozzle. - Base of filter (8) damaged.

- Replace the filter (6).
- Fit the quick fitting nut.
- Replace the packing ring (7).
- Replace the filter (8).
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.
CONE NOZZLE
FLAT FAN NOZZLE

Seal
ATTENTION: The flat fan nozzle

has red seal made of a material
subject to crush to facilitate
sealing.
Therefore the use of threaded
nozzle cap is not recommended.
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MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION TABLE
PRODUCT
LOCATION
QTY.
HYDRAULIC
OIL
HYDRAULIC
CIRCUIT
5.5 liters
JP - 100 PUMP
2.0 l
LUBRICATING
OIL
GREASE
FREQ.
EVERY 500
HOURS
OR EVERY YEAR
RECOMMENDED
PRODUCTS
ISO VG - 68
RANDO HD - 68
TELLUS 68
DTE - 26
AND SIMILAR PRODUCTS
API - SB
OR
SUPERIOR
SAE - 30
ALL OILS FOR INTERNAL

COMBUSTION ENGINES
WITHIN THIS SPECIFICATION
FIRST CHANGE:
30 HOURS
JP - 150 PUMP
2.5 l
FURTHER
CHANGES:
EVERY 100
HOURS
FRAME AND BOOMS

ARTICULATION, PTO
SHAFT,
TRAILER HITCH,
MECHANICAL AGITATOR,
JACK
DAILY
WHEEL HUB
SPECIFICATIONS
LITHIUM BASE GREASE

NGLI - 2
MULTIFAK EP - 2
MOBILGREASE 77
LUBRAX GMA - 2
BEACON EP - 2
AND SIMILAR PRODUCTS
500 HOURS
NOTE: The presentation order of products does not imply preference for any brand or product.
LUBRICANT OIL - SPRAY PUMP
- Check the pump oil daily.
- Fill it if necessary.
JP-100
JP-150
oil level
oil level
HYDRAULIC OIL RESERVOIR

- Check the hydraulic oil level daily.
- Change the hydraulic oil every 500 hours or
every year.
ATTENTION: NEVER mix hydraulic oil of
different brands and types. This sprayer comes
off the assembly line filled with RANDO HD - 68
oil.
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oil
level
MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION POINTS
PTO shaft
- Wheel hub
- Swinging frame articulations
- Bearings
- Jack
- Hitch
- Mechanical agitator
- Booms articulation
- Booms breakway
WHEEL HUB
- Remove the wheel hub and replace the grease every 500 working hours.
wheel hub
ATTENTION:
ALWAYS STOP THE SPRAYER AND TURN OFF THE TRACTOR ENGINE
BEFORE ANY KIND OF MAINTENANCE.
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MAINTENANCE
WIDE-ANGLE C.V. PTO SHAFT
ATTENTION: ALWAYS STOP THE SPRAYER AND TURN OFF THE
TRACTOR'S ENGINE BEFORE SERVICING THE PTO SHAFT.
The WIDE-ANGLE CV PTO SHAFT is a component whose advantage in relation to
standard PTO shafts is to allow turns at angles up to 75 with no need to disenage the PTO.
WARNING: ONLY OPERATE WITH PTO SHAFT EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY GUARD. ALL
KIND OF MAINTENANCE ON THE PTO SHAFT MUST BE DONE WITH THE USE OF
APPROPRIATE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, SUCH AS: GLOVES, BOOTS, GOGGLES,
ETC.
INSTRUCTIONS
1 - LUBRICATION
Correct position for lubrication
Lubricate the points indicated in the figure A

every 8 working hours.
NOTE: The points (7) and (8) are opposite the
points (1) and (3), so turn the guard cone as
shown in the figure A.
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NOTE: Every thirty/fifty working hours dismantle

the protection guards, clean and wash the parts,
lubricate and assemble the PTO shaft.
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.
2 - CONNECTING THE PTO
- Adjust the sprayer's tongue and the tractor's drawbar so that there is an overlap from 5 cm when
the tractor is making a sharp turn (that is, when the tractor's tire is touching the sprayer's frame
head).
B
Incorrect position for lubrication

5 cm
5 cm
PTO
75
pump
3 - DISASSEMBLING THE PTO SHAFT FOR LUBRICATION

- Hold the shaft as shown in the figure C, push the guard cone (1) down and simultaneously press
the 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.
1
4
2
3
C
E
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MAINTENANCE
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 the
guard 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 shown
in the figure J.
- Do the same with the other end of the shaft and lubricate the whole assembly as shown in the
figure A.
3
4
1
4
H
5 - ADJUSTING THE PTO SHAFT LENGTH

a)Before cutting the PTO shaft, check if it is possible to
use it without reducing its length.
Check:
- The position on the tractor's drawbar.
- If the sprayer's tongue can be adjusted for longer.
J
tracktor's
drawbar
sprayer's
tongue
L
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.
c) Assembling
- Assemble the PTO shaft as shown in the figures G, H, I, and J and lubricate it if necessary.
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MAINTENANCE
ATTENTION: ALWAYS STOP THE SPRAYER AND TURN OFF THE TRACTOR
ENGINE BEFORE SERVICING THE PTO SHAFT. ALL KIND OF MAINTENANCE ON
THE PTO SHAFT MUST BE DONE WITH THE USE OF APPROPRIATE PROTECTIVE
CLOTHING, SUCH AS: GLOVES, BOOTS, GOGGLES, ETC.
ATTENTION
ONLY OPERATE WITH PTO SHAFT
EQUIPPED WITH PROTECTION GUARDS.
01- CONNECTING
- Check the PTO shaft length.

- Adjust the length by cutting the tubes and
protection guards proportionately.
Note: File and remove all burrs.
- Connect the PTO shaft and install the
safety chain.
Note: Leave some slack on the
chain considering angular
movements.
- Disengage the PTO when making sharp
turns.
fig 1
Lubricate the male and female tubes
and further points as the figure 1.
02- SERVICING
a) DISASSEMBLING
1- Remove the lock screw.
2- Turn the guard cone until the indicated position.
3- Pull the guard cone.

4- Remove the sliding ring.
b) ASSEMBLING
5-Clean and lubricate the male

and female tubes.
6-Install the sliding ring into the
fitting with the grooves pointing
toward the tube.
7-Install the protection guards.
8-Turn the guard cone until the

indicated position.
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9-Install the lock screw.
MAINTENANCE
BELTS TENSION
WARNING
ALWAYS STOP THE MACHINE AND TURN OFF THE THE TRACTOR BEFORE
ANY AND ALL KIND OF MAINTENANCE AND USE APPROPRIATE
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, SUCH AS: GLOVES, BOOTS, GOGGLES, ETC.
- 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
MECHANICAL AGITATOR
LUBRICATION AND ADJUSTMENT
AGITATOR
- In case of leakage through the agitator,

1
proceed as follows:
- Loosen the lock nut (1) by turning it
clockwise.
- Tighten the gasket holding screw (2) until
the leakage stops.
- Retighten the nut (1) and lubricate the

assembly.
HYDRAULIC CONTROL
CABLE ADJUSTMENT
As 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 or
counterclockwise, depending on the need of
3
adjustment.
NOTE: This adjustment should be made with the
sprayer running, and the cylinder that showed problem
should be constantly actuated during the adjustment
1
so as not to tighten or loosen excessively the adjusting rod.
- Once the adjustment is made, retighten the nut (1) and the bolts (2).
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ORANGE CABLE
SILVER CABLE
ORANGE CABLE
(external pulley)
1st boom section
pulley 1
SILVER CABLE
(internal pulley)
2nd boom section
pulley 2
boom end
- Lock the cables on the pulley 2.
second boom section (pulley 1).

- Then, install the orange steel cable on the
external pulley, also on the second boom
section (pulley 1).
- With the booms unfolded, first install the steel

cable of the first boom section.
- Next, install the silver steel cable on the
PROCEDURES
MAINTENANCE
STEEL CABLES DIAGRAM
MAINTENANCE
WINTER STORAGE
ATTENTION:
In areas where temperatures drop to 0 or less,
the water accumulated in the spray pump can freeze
and cause serious damage.
1
2
4
6
PROCEDURES:
- Drain the spray tank through the suction filter (1).
- Drain the auxiliary tank through the suction filter (1).
NOTE: Check for the correct position of the valve (2) during the tanks drainage.
- Remove the main filter cap (3).
-Run the sprayer for about 30 seconds at between half and low speed.
NOTE: To avoid damage to components, do not run the sprayer over the recommended time.
- Disconnect the inlet hose of the auxiliary tank bypass valve (2).
- Remove the in-line filter cap (4).
- Disconnect the inlet hose of the main valve (5) and move the lever.
- Disconnect the lower nut of the chemical mixer (6) to drain the tank.
- Reinstall the components in their place.
- Repeat this operation at the end of each working day during winter time to avoid problems
in future spray applications.
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MAINTENANCE
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
1
COMPONENTS:
01020304050607080910-
Spray tank
Suction filter
Spray control
Spray pump
Pressure hose
Return hose
In-line filter
Auxiliary tank
Auxiliary tank bypass valve
Chemical mixer
8
3
9
10
7
5
4
PROBLEMS CAUSES CORRECTIONS

Whenever Jacto sprayers equippedwith piston pumps present
problems, try to classifiy them in one of the following four groups.
a) LACK OF SUCTION AND
PUMPING CAPACITY
No liquid flow through the nozzles.
No return to the tank.
Pressure gauge does not indicate pressure.
b) PRESSURE DEFICIENCY
(PARTIAL LACK OF PRESSURE)
Desired pressure is not attained.
Specified nozzle spraying angle is not
attained.
Pressure gauge shows lower pressure.
c) PRESSURE OSCILLATION
The pressure gauge needle oscillates.

The nozzle spraying angle oscillates.
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normal
pressure
deficient
pressure
d) INTERMITTENT PRESSURE
The pressure gauge needle vibrates with
intensity.
The pressure hoses vibrate with intensity.
The nozzles spraying angle varies.
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
a- LACK OF SUCTION AND PUMPING CAPACITY
PROBABLE CAUSES
1- PTO not turning.
2- Lack of water in the tank.
3- Filter shut-off valve closed.
SOLUTIONS
The sprayer should be run with 540 rpm at PTO. Check visually
whether the pump is being run.
To run the hydraulic system, it is necessary to contain a minimum
quantity of liquid, otherwise there will be no pressure.
When the pump runs, liquid will pass through the valve even in the
closed position, however it will be insufficient. Open it.
Impurities in the filter prevent a free liquid flow. Clean the filter
whenever filling the tank, or with more frequency depending on the
quality of the water and the type of product applied.
4- Dirty filter.
5- Obstruction in the intake hoses.
6- Air in the system.
Check whether the hose connecting the filter to the pump

is twisted.
Check whether there is any obstruction in the hoses from tank
to filter. Fill up the tank with water, open the valve and verify if
it flows freely.
Check the filter packing ring. The filter should not leak.
Remove the cover of the suction valves.
7- Bomba no est succionando.
Check the condition of the valves and replace them if

necessary.
b - PRESSURE DEFICIENCY
PROBABLE CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
1- Low PTO rpm.
The proper PTO rotation is 540 rpm.
2- Filter shut-off valve closed.
When the pumps runs, liquid will pass through the valve even in the
closed position, however flow will be insuficient.
3- Filter partially obstructed.
The filter should be clean to allow free liquid flow.
4- Intake hose partially obstructed.
A deficient pump will cause depressurization. Check whether the

hose connecting the filter to the pump is twisted.
Verify whether there is any obstruction in the hoses connecting the
tank to the filter. Fill the tank with water, open the valve and observe
if it flows freely.
5- Air in the system.
Check the connections and the o'rings of the tank outlet and the pump
inlet.
6- Pressure regulator.
Check the valve and valve seat.
7- Worn nozzles.
Check whether the nozzle flow is within the recommended

guidelines.
Replace the nozzles when the flow rate exceeds 10% of the
specified.
Use only nozzles recommended by the sprayer manufacturer.
8- Pump with lower flow rate.
Disconnect the pressure hose from the control valve.

Run the sprayer at 540 rpm.
Collect water for one minute and measure. The volume collected
should approximate this shown below for each pump model:
JP-402 = 38 L/min
JP-100 = 100 L/min
JP-42 = 42 L/min
JP-150 = 150 L/min
JP-75 = 75 L/mim
JP-300 = 300 L/min
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MAINTENANCE
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
c - PRESSURE OSCILATION
INDICATIONS AND CORRECTIONS
PROBABLE CAUSES
1- Loosen belts.
Belts without tension do not activate the pump.
2- Air in the intake system.
Check for damage hoses, filter packing rings, etc., and repair if
necessary.
3-Pressure regulator.
Check the regulator components and clean or replace if necessary.
d - INTERMITENT PRESSURE
PROBABLE CAUSES
1- Valve closed.
2- Pump valve deficiency.

3- Pump head perforated internally.
INDICATION AND CERRECTIONS

When the pump runs, liquid will pass through the valve even in closed
position, however flow will be insufficient.
Valve with sealing deficiency or stuck due to impurities.
Replace it.
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GENERAL CARE
HANDLING SPRAYERS AND AGROCHEMICALS
We warn the owners and users that the UNREASONABLE USE of this sprayer and chemicals it
applies may cause damage to people, properties, animals and environment.
Read carefully and understand thoroughly this manual and the recommendations of the
chemicals manufacturers.
Follow strictly the instructions for proper use of this sprayer and chemicals to ensure more safety
and efficiency when spraying your crops.
AFTER SPRAYING
ATTENTION: Avoid leaving chemical mixture residues in the tank. For the last pass, prepare
the chemical solution in enough quantity to spray the remaining of the crop.
- Empty completely the tank and wash thoroughly the sprayer in a proper decontamination
place.
- Wash the inside and outside of the sprayer with clean water and detergent.
- Disassemble and clean each nozzle assembly with fine brush, water jet or compressed air.
- Dry, lubricate and store the sprayer in a dry and covered place.
- Repaint the damaged metallic parts to prevent corrosion.
- Spray the mettalic parts with lubricating oil to prevent corrosion.
- Take off the individual protective clothing and wash it separately from other clothes.
DANGER
SAFETY OBSERVATION
OPERATING THIS SPRAYER WITHOUT FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY

MQUINAS AGRCOLAS JACTO S.A. warrants the equipment described herein and agrees to repair
or replace parts and components which, under normal operation and wear, following the technical
recommendations, show DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP.
WARRANTY PERIOD:
- One (1) year from the purchase date by the original retail purchaser.
WARRANTY APPLICATION:
Jacto or its authorized representative shall honor this warranty, if any part or component shows confirmed
defect in workmanship.
IT SHALL BE UNDERSTOOD THAT THE REPLACEMENT OF COMPLETE COMPONENTS SUCH AS
PUMPS, CONTROL VALVES, ENGINES, TRANSMISSIONS, HYDRAULIC PISTONS AND SIMILAR
ONES SHALL ONLY BE PERFORMED IN CASE THAT THE DEFECT CANNOT BE REPAIRED BY
REPLACING PARTS AND/OR PIECES OF THE COMPONENT.
THIS WARRANTY IS NULL AND VOID IF:
- Equipment is not used in accordance with the INSTRUCTION MANUAL, overwork or accidents.
- Improper preventive maintenance or performed by unauthorized people.
- Modification of the equipment in any way from the original design.
- Change, damage, or loss of the product identification plate.
- Utilization of parts and components not supplied by JACTO.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE ORIGINAL RETAIL
PURCHASER, AND RETURNED TO JACTO DEALER WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE DATE.
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS:
- Parts considered as normal maintenance such as: filtering elements, belts, hoses, nozzles, pistons,
pressure gauges, as well as usual maintenance, adjustments, retightening, lubrication and painting.
- Parts which show wear or tear due to use, UNLESS THEY SHOW DEFECTS IN WORKMANSHIP,
ASSEMBLY OR MATERIAL.
- Hydraulic, lubricating oils and grease.
- Injuries of personal or material nature to the user, owner, or third parties.
- Additional charges resulting from paralyzation and repair of the equipment.
- Freight charges, pick up and delivery charges.
- Damages of any nature resulting from action of gases or liquids used in the equipment.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- Defective parts replaced under warranty period shall be property of JACTO.
- Eventual delays in performing services do not confer to the owner the right to indemnity or to extension
of the warranty period.
- JACTO reserves the right to change its products or to interrupt manufacturing the equipment.
- THIS LIMITED WARRANTY shall be understood by its expressed terms, and no one in anyway subject
to JACTO shall be authorized to modify or amplify the conditions prescribed herein.
- In case of need for warranty request, call for the authorized dealer supplying all information required for
a prompt compliance. Do not forget the identification of the equipment, total hours of work, and the
noticed defect.
FOR THIS WARRANTY TO BECOME EFFECTIVE THE PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD FOUND
IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL MUST BE FILLED IN AND RETURNED TO YOUR JACTO DEALER.
THIS CARD MUST BE SIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER, INDICATING THAT HE HAS
READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MANUAL.
FURTHER THE RETAILING DEALER HAS EXPLAINED TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER ALL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. IN NO CASE WILL WARRANTY BE SUPPLIED UNTIL THIS CARD, PROPERLY
COMPLETED AND SIGNED, IS ON FILE WITH JACTO RETAILING DEALER.
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PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD

INVOICE NUMBER:
DATE:
RETAILING DEALER:
PHONE:
CITY:
STATE:
SPRAYER:
SERIES:
MODEL:
SPRAYER No.:
PUMP No.:
ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER:

ADDRESS:
PHONE:
CITY:
STATE:
PURCHASE DATE BY THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER:

THE WARRANTY IS IN FORCE AS OF THIS DATE:
/
/
RETAIL PURCHASER SIGNATURE:

Original retail purchaser's copy
PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD

INVOICE NUMBER:
DATE:
RETAILING DEALER:
PHONE:
CITY:
SPRAYER:
SERIES:
STATE:
MODEL:
SPRAYER No.:
PUMP No.:
ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER:

ADDRESS:
PHONE:
CITY:
STATE:
PURCHASE DATE BY THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER:

THE WARRANTY IS IN FORCE AS OF THIS DATE:
/
/
RETAIL PURCHASER SIGNATURE:
URGENT
RESPOND WITHIN 30 DAYS
FIRST CLASS POSTAGE REQUIRED

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MQUINAS AGRCOLAS JACTO S.A.

MQUINAS AGRCOLAS JACTO S.A.

JACTO RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGN

This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages.

Obligatory individual protective clothing for handling and spraying chemicals:

CHEMICAL PRODUCTS CLASSIFICATION

ATTENTION: Read the

ATTENTION: Area where

ATTENTION: Risk of serious

ATTENTION: Read the

ATTENTION: Read the

ATTENTION: Read the

ATTENTION: Read the

ATTENTION: Clean water tank

ATTENTION: Risk of injuries.

ATTENTION: Hydraulic oil

ATTENTION: Risk of serious

ATTENTION: Obligatory use

ATTENTION: Risk of serious

ATTENTION: Obligatory use

ATTENTION: Risk of serious

ATTENTION: Obligatory use

ATTENTION: Do not get into

ATTENTION: Maximum speed

ELECTRICITY SUPPLY CABLES

THE REQUIRED TRACTOR TO DRIVE THIS SPRAYER MUST HAVE A

Hydraulic control .............................

4 filters for 300 psi

Nozzle holder ...................................

Nozzle spacing ................................

Simple 11.2 x 28 - track width: 1.80 to 2.40 meters

Chemical circuit ...............................

100-liter auxiliary tank

PTO shaft ........................................

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

Eletronic cable control

Electric eletronic control

MASTERFLOW SPRAY CONTROL

- FLOW PROPORTIONAL TO ROUTING

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

CALIBRATING THE BOOMS:

01 - Run the sprayer and set all levers to turn on the

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

levers setting to turn

boom section off

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

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

- Loosen the fixing screw.

- Turn the grip clockwise all the

way and then counterclockwise

- To calibrate the booms sections,

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

FLAT FAN NOZZLE: This nozzle is fitted into

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

chemical mixing setting and change the

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

filler unit hose (2)

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT.

MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

WHENEVER FILLING THE TANK WITH CHEMICAL MIXTURE, USE