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Post by wintomatic on Jun 16, 2019 13:01:01 GMT -6
Yes I believe so. But the boomless sprayer came with a 4gpm pump, and I think the boom sprayer comes with a 2gpm pump I if I am not wrong. I modified the agitator to be like the ones in bigger sprayers that mix across the entire bottom of the tank.
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Post by smsmith on Jun 16, 2019 18:36:59 GMT -6
So this model sprayer didn't come with a detailed instruction booklet?
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Post by terrifictom on Jun 16, 2019 18:51:07 GMT -6
So this model sprayer didn't come with a detailed instruction booklet? Stu I got a brand new Fimco sprayer over winter. This is right off the instruction booklet, right after assembly instructions, it tells you to test with straight water.
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Post by biglakebass on Jun 16, 2019 19:50:49 GMT -6
So this model sprayer didn't come with a detailed instruction booklet? Does anyone read instructions? ๐
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Post by wklman on Jun 16, 2019 19:59:46 GMT -6
So this model sprayer didn't come with a detailed instruction booklet? Does anyone read instructions? ๐ I usually do the first year, then forget the second and get soaking wet like the o.p.
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Post by biglakebass on Jun 16, 2019 20:05:51 GMT -6
I only read instructions after major frustration sets in.
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Post by Tooln on Jun 16, 2019 20:40:32 GMT -6
So this model sprayer didn't come with a detailed instruction booklet? Does anyone read instructions? ๐ I read mine and don't recall anything about a mixing/agitating function. Only a pressure adjustment. But I'm only a high school all most dropout.
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Post by MoBuckChaser on Jun 17, 2019 3:41:49 GMT -6
That is not for mixing. Itโs for light agitation while in use. And we never use it. Pre mix you chemical in a 5 gal pail with water, fill the sprayer half full of the amount of water you need, pour in your chemical mix, then finish with the rest of the water.
Why is it there if not to be used. Poor design. Purposes of Agitation. In the chemical and other processing industries, many operations are dependent to a great extent on effective agitation and mixing of fluids. Generally, agitation refers to forcing a fluid by mechanical means to flow in a circulatory or other pattern inside a vessel.
Did you learn the hard way and get doused?
Nope, I am in the chemical biz. Canโt possibly mix chemicals with that set up. But many try it, like yourself.
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Post by MoBuckChaser on Jun 17, 2019 3:47:51 GMT -6
You're lucky to have not used the agitator. Yes I filled and tested the sprayer for leaks the day before, things seemed to be working fine. I added roundup the next day and topped off with water. Used agitator to mix because tank was 3/4 full when roundup was added. Little scary with all the info about roundup causing cancer, cleaned up as fast as possible. Later in the day did 6 acres without using agitator. Like I said previously valve will be wired closed so I or anyone else will never turn it on. All that info coming from liberal California, with liberal judges, liberal attorneys with liberal juries awarding huge payouts with no direct proof that glyphosate causes cancer is just another way our society will collapse. Donโt be suckered into that bullshit. You will die of something else before you die of Glyphosate poisoning. Lol!
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Post by MoBuckChaser on Jun 17, 2019 3:54:05 GMT -6
If you guys want to mix your chemicals put the required amounts in a 2.5 gal jug of half full of water, put the cap on and shake the piss out of it then pour it in the tank. Or take a two foot long 1/4โ air line blower from your air compressor and stick it in the tank for agitation with the water half full.
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Post by badbrad on Jun 17, 2019 6:16:55 GMT -6
I admit I have used the agitator. I would always fill the 25 gallon tank halfway, add my gly then fill the rest of the tank. Then turn on the agitator and let run for a few minutes. Guess I don't need to. I also always test with water first.
I've never had an issue with it not working or coming lose either.
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Post by Foggy on Jun 17, 2019 7:56:08 GMT -6
I admit I have used the agitator. I would always fill the 25 gallon tank halfway, add my gly then fill the rest of the tank. Then turn on the agitator and let run for a few minutes. Guess I don't need to. I also always test with water first. I've never had an issue with it not working or coming lose either. ^ Ive done this too. I regually use the agitator on my Fimco. I've replaced many of the components on my 25 gallon boomless sprayer over time. I keep some spare parts around and expect to do regular repairs. I do wish someone made a better sprayer for the money. Seems to me they did some kinda upgrade on that agitator line.
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Post by badbrad on Jun 17, 2019 8:03:43 GMT -6
I admit I have used the agitator. I would always fill the 25 gallon tank halfway, add my gly then fill the rest of the tank. Then turn on the agitator and let run for a few minutes. Guess I don't need to. I also always test with water first. I've never had an issue with it not working or coming lose either. ^ Ive done this too. I regually use the agitator on my Fimco. I've replaced many of the components on my 25 gallon boomless sprayer over time. I keep some spare parts around and expect to do regular repairs. I do wish someone made a better sprayer for the money. Seems to me they did some kinda upgrade on that agitator line. Not to get too far off topic but I wanted to share and I've posted this several times on various sites over the years. First thing I do when I bought my sprayers and take every fitting apart and put this reactor seal on it. It really really seals up those plastic joints well and then you don't need to crank it so tight which is better for the fitting an seems to make them last a long ass time then. Just something I would encourage all you firmco sprayer guys to do. www.amazon.com/Rectorseal-23710-4-Ounce-Thread-Sealant/dp/B000BKXGXM/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=rectorseal+tube&qid=1560780058&s=gateway&sr=8-3
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Post by Foggy on Jun 19, 2019 6:48:12 GMT -6
Posted this elsewhere. But wanted to show the upgraded plastic pipe you can install to eliminate those issues. Also I shaped a piece of wood to reduce the manifold pressure at the connection. Works well.
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Post by kooch on Jun 19, 2019 7:45:56 GMT -6
No agitator on my cheapo 25 gallon ATV sprayer. I mount it up to the ATV, fill it half way with water, add my AMS, then take it for a wild ride up and down the road swerving and almost out of control to mix it all up. Then, I add my chemicals and do the same thing again. Finally, I add the rest of the water and take it for another reckless ride to stir it all up good. I should just use a clean stick and stir it up, but a guy's got to get his jollies somehow.
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