SaltDogg LS6 Liquid Spray System for SHPE1500, 2000 Style Spreaders - Manual (Page 6)

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Liquid Spray System Routine Maintenance
rESErVOIr:
-Inspect fittings for leaks from cracks or looseness
-Inspect filler/breather for cracks. Depress breather to check
for adequate spring pressure or binding
PLUMBInG:
-Inspect hoses/fittings/ball valve for leaks, cracks, looseness,
chafing, binding etc.
FILtEr:
-Remove and clean filter element every 8 to 10 hours or as
needed depending on how clean de-icing liquid is
PUMP-PrESSUrE SWItCH & EnCLOSUrE:
-Inspect wiring for wear and loose or corroded connections
-Inspect door and gasket to prevent corrosion
nOZZLES:
-Inspect operation for even spray pattern. Remove and clean
as needed
CaB COntrOLLEr:
-Inspect lights, switch, and flow control knob
-Inspect wire harness and connections for wear and loose or
corroded connections
CLEanInG:
-Wash with hot water and soap after each use
StOraGE:
-Store inside to prevent freezing
-Drain liquid de-icer from tank/s and hoses when not
in use for more than two days or during extremely low
temperatures
-RV anti-freeze or windshield washer fluid should be run
through the system for several minutes to flush de-icer from
the system to prevent component freezing especially for end
of season storage
CAUTION
- always wear hand, eye, and skin protection when work-
ing with de-icing chemicals. Use extreme care!
Liquid Spray System Operating Instructions
CAUTION
1. read all instructions before operating. always wear
hand, eye, and skin protection when working with de-icing
chemicals. Make sure everyone is standing clear of liquid
spray system before operating.
2. Inspect all plumbing for leaks.
3. Open ball valve (#WSE10) at the reservoir.
4. Make sure reservoir has adequate supply of clean de-
icing liquid. Do not operate pump without liquid.
5. Before turning the cab controller on, turn the black
speed control knob counter clockwise until it stops to set
the pump at the slowest speed.
6. to energize system, turn red power button to illuminate
LCD screen “on” position.
7. Increase pump speed to desired liquid spray application
rate by turning black knob clockwise.
8. If the red low pressure warning light/alarm comes on,
the reservoir is empty or the pump is off. Do not operate
pump without liquid. note: Low pressure light and alarm
will sound each time system is started. this is normal and
occurs until sufficient pressure is achieved to open pres-
sure switch (turning off light/buzzer).
9. Close ball valve (#WSE10) at the reservoir when not
in use.
Liquid Spray System Trouble Shooting Guide
Motor & Pump Operate Erratically: 1,2,3,4,5
(Possible Problem)
Motor runs – Pump does not: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 (Possible Problem)
Motor & Pump fail to operate: 8,9,10,11,12 (Possible Problem)
POSSIBLE PrOBLEM: rEPaIr:
1. Little or no de-icer in tank/s Fill
2. Clogged filter Clean
3. Clogged Nozzles Clean
4. Damaged suction hose Replace
5. Ruptured pump diaphragm Replace
6. Ball valve is closed at tank/s Open valve
7. Frozen parts Thaw out
8. Bad electrical connection Inspect
9. Motor failure- burned/seized Replace
10. Cab controller on-off switch not turned on Turn on
11. Bad cab controller on-off switch Replace
12. Blown fuse in cab controller or fuse panel...
Inspect/replace
CAUTION
always wear hand, eye, and skin protection when working
with de-icing chemicals. Use extreme care!