CONDOR PD

English version - MI-0080

EDITION - 11/2006
CODE - 747337

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 has become a largely used pratice by farmers in order to
achieve higher and economical production.
As it is a work that can bring risks to the human being, environment and crops as well, 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 the equipment
and keep it always at hand when handling this sprayer for quick consult in case you are not quite sure
of some operation.
Should your doubt persist, please contact your Jacto dealer.

MQUINAS AGRCOLAS JACTO S.A.

CONTRIBUTING TO THE AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT.

IDENTIFICATION PLATE
Your equipment 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 equipment for prompt and efficient service.

Jacto is trademark 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 instructions
Handling agricultural sprayers ........................................................................................... 05
Handling agrochemicals .................................................................................................... 06
Safety Decals ................................................................................................................... 07
Safety Measures ............................................................................................................... 09
Presentation of sprayer
CONDOR PD ................................................................................................................... 10
Main components of sprayer
Suction filter ...................................................................................................................... 11
Pump ................................................................................................................................ 11
Pressure regulator (V.A.R. and MASTERFLOW control valves) ........................................ 12
Nozzles ............................................................................................................................. 13
Foam marker (optional) .................................................................................................... 14
Clean water tank (optional) ................................................................................................ 14
PTO shaft.......................................................................................................................... 14
Line filter ........................................................................................................................... 15
Low pressure gauge kit (optional) ..................................................................................... 15
Filling unit (optional) .......................................................................................................... 16
Operational procedures ........................................................................................................ 17
Choosing the tractor .............................................................................................................. 18
Setting up tractor ................................................................................................................... 19
Hitching the sprayer to the tractor .......................................................................................... 21
Assembling the boom ........................................................................................................... 22
Operation and adjustments
Spray application technology ............................................................................................ 24
Control valve (VAR)........................................................................................................... 25
Control valve (Masterflow) ................................................................................................. 26
Chemical container rinse .................................................................................................. 27
Procedures ....................................................................................................................... 27
Container rinse ................................................................................................................. 28
Nozzles ............................................................................................................................. 29
Spray calibration ............................................................................................................... 33
Diluting the chemicals ....................................................................................................... 35
Maintenance
Guidelines ........................................................................................................................ 36
Maintenance of components ............................................................................................. 36
Lubrication table ............................................................................................................... 38
Lubrication points ............................................................................................................. 38
PTO shaft.......................................................................................................................... 39
Winter storage .................................................................................................................. 40
Trouble shooting ............................................................................................................... 41
General care
Handling sprayers and agrochemicals............................................................................... 44
After spraying ................................................................................................................... 44
Statement of limited warranty ................................................................................................ 45

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 any way because this 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 equipment.
As your safety concerns first, we list below all the protective equipment 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 equipment 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 chemical products 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 equipment.
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 chemical products 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 intoxication, go see a doctor immediately and show him the chemical products label.
Never medicine an unconscious person through mouth.
Do not re-use the chemical products containers for other purposes. Consult an
agronomist on how to discard empty containers of chemical products.
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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: Drain point.

P/N: 389387

P/N: 276220

ATTENTION: Lubrication
point with oil.

ATTENTION: Clean water

tank to wash the hands.

P/N: 395061
P/N: 379073

ATTENTION: Read the

operator's manual before
operating the sprayer.

ATTENTION: Hydraulic oil

level indicator.

P/N: 379107

P/N: 379248

ATTENTION: Obligatory
use of protective clothing.

ATTENTION: Obligatory use

of hearing protector.

P/N: 379131

P/N: 379123
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ATTENTION: Risk of
serious injuries. Do not
maneuver the sprayer close
to electricity supply cables.

ATTENTION: Risk of serious

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

P/N: 379008

P/N: 378992

ATTENTION: Risk of
serious injuries. Keep all
protection devices in its
places.

ATTENTION: Obligatory
use of protective mask.

P/N: 379115

P/N: 379065
ATTENTION: Read the
operator's
manual
before operating the
sprayer.

Final test of the equipment.

P/N: 013169

P/N: 379230
Attention: Never pull the
lever without the chemical
container over the
container rinse nozzle.

Identification plate

P/N: 169128

P/N: 997841

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.

SPRAYER PRESENTATION

CONDOR - PD
boom

frame
control valve Masterflow
4-way (optional)

manual lift III

tank
clean water
tank
level indicator

side platform

suction
filter

PTO shaft
pump

CHARACTERISTICS

DESCRIPTION
Length (m) ...............................................................................
Width (m) ................................................................................
Height (m) ................................................................................
Weight (kg) ..............................................................................
Tank
- Capacity (liters).....................................................................
- Material .................................................................................
Filter
- Model ....................................................................................
- Mesh .....................................................................................
Pump
- Model ....................................................................................
- Flow rate (l/min.) ...................................................................
- Maximum working pressure (kg/cm - psi) * .........................
- Power consumption (HP) .....................................................
Pressure gauge
- Model ....................................................................................
Control valve
- Model ....................................................................................
Nozzles
- Type ......................................................................................
- Number .................................................................................
- Model ....................................................................................
- Maximum pressure recommended (kg/cm - psi) ................
- Spacing (cm) ........................................................................
Boom
- Length (m) ............................................................................
- Operation ..............................................................................
- Height (m) .............................................................................
Level indicator..........................................................................
Agitator ....................................................................................
Lift ............................................................................................
Filling device (optional)
- Model ....................................................................................
Working speed recommended (km/h) .....................................

1.83
1.55
3.80
275
600
Polyethylene (plastic)
FVS-100
60
JP-75
75
35 - 500 *
6 HP at 28 kg/cm (400 psi)
With extended gauge
VAR
Nondrip single nozzle body (AGS)
28
110-UF-02
3.0 - 42
50
14
Manual
0.5 to 1.8
Hose attached to tank
Through hydraulic return
LM-III (manual with friction)
EJ-250
2 to 6

* The pump pressure is limited by the control valve to maximum 10.5 kg/cm (150 psi).

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MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

SUCTION FILTER
Located between the tank and the pump, the suction filter is specifically designed to prevent dirt
or impurities from reaching the pump.
It has an easily reached shut off valve which obstructs the liquid flow for filter cleaning, filtering
elements changing and/or pump maintenance.
This valve must remain open while the sprayer is running. If it remains closed, you will hear an
unusual noise in the pump.
shut off valve

FVS-100

PUMP
The pumps mounted to Jacto sprayers have flow rates ranging from 38 to 300 liters per minute.
MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE

PUMP

FLOW RATE

MODEL

(l /min at 540 rpm)

psi

kg/cm

JP - 75

75

300

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With flow rate of 75 liters per minute at

540 rpm, the JP-75 pump works with 3

JP-75

ceramic sleeves that ensure efficient

spray application and greater resistance
to abrasion.

NOTE:
JP-75 is the pump model
mounted to this sprayer.

*NOTE: On the CONDOR-PD sprayer, it is possible to reach maximum 10.5 kg/cm (150 psi) in
the pressure line due to the characteristics of the control valve.

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MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

Your sprayer may be equipped with VAR or MASTERFLOW control valve. Identify it in the figures
below and proceed as instructed.
V.A.R. CONTROL VALVE
This is a two-stage pressure regulator that provides greater sensitiveness in the adjustments.
The first stage is for adjustments from 0.7 to 4.2 kg/cm (10 to 60 psi), used normally for herbicides
application. The second stage is for adjustments from 4.2 to 35 kg/cm (60 to 500 psi), used for
insecticides, fungicides foliar fertilizers applications. To avoid failures when reading the pressure
gauge, we recommend the low pressure gauge (7 kg/cm/100 psi), offered as optional.
ADJUSTMENT
Lever (1) opens and closes all nozzles.
Lever (2) opens and closes all nozzles of the right boom or closes only those at the boom end.
Lever (3) opens and closes all nozzles of the left boom or closes only those at the boom end.

NOTE:

VAR
pressure
gauge

reference
scale

The scale serves as reference for regulating the

sprayer. It does not have the same function of the
pressure gauge, which is a pressure regulator.
ATTENTION

3
2
1

In order to ensure longer life to the pressure

gauge, close lever (1) after regulating the sprayer,
releasing the pressure, and close the pressure
gauge valve.

MASTERFLOW CONTROL VALVE

MASTERFLOW (OPTIONAL)

Besides providing great sensitiveness and

precision in the adjustments, it has two basic
functional characteristics in relation to conventional
control valves.

knob

pressure
gauge

(1)

FLOW PROPORTIONAL TO TRAVEL

In a same working gear, even if the engine
rotation is changed, the spray volume per area
sprayed remains unchanged.

SAME PRESSURE ALONG THE WHOLE BOOM REGARDLESS OF NUMBER OF BOOM

SECTIONS IN USE
It has a system that allows to calibrate the return of each boom section and keep constant the
pressure, regardless of the number of sections open or closed.
ATTENTION
In order to ensure longer life to the pressure gauge,close the lever (1) after regulating the sprayer,
releasing the pressure, and close the pressure gauge valve.

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MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

NOZZLES
Your sprayer may be equipped with a quadruple (model Quadrijato) or double (model Bijet)
nozzle body. Identify them in the figures below and proceed as instructed.
QUADRIJATO (QUADRUPLE NOZZLE BODY)
This nozzle body is mounted with two cone and
two flat fan nozzles made in ceramic. It has an non-

nozzle body

drip valve which cuts the chemical mixture flow

when the pressure drops to 10 psi to prevent it
from dripping.
POSITIONING A NOZZLE
Loosen the nut (1). Turn the nozzle body until
positioning the nozzle you want and retighten the
nut (1).

SHUTTING A NOZZLE
Loosen the nut (1) and turn the nozzle body 45.
Then retighten the nut (1).

AGS NONDRIP SINGLE NOZZLE BODY

The AGS nozzle body is mounted with one cone spray
ceramic nozzle and a nondrip valve which shuts the flow

nozzle body

nondrip
valve

when the pressure drops to 10 psi, thus preventing it from

dripping.

nozzle

BIJET (DOUBLE NOZZLE BODY)

This nozzle body is mounted with a cone
and a flat fan nozzle made in ceramic. It has
a non-drip valve which cuts the chemical
mixture flow when the pressure drops to 10
psi to prevent it from dripping.

cone nozzle

POSITIONING A NOZZLE
The proper position of the nozzle is at 90
(vertical) in relation to the boom. To use
other nozzle, just turn the nozzle body (1)
180.

non-drip
valve
nozzle body
(1)

SHUTTING A NOZZLE
Just turn the nozzle body until both nozzles
are parallel (horizontal) to the boom.

flat fan nozzle

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MAIN OF COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

FOAM MARKER (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)
This accessory is specifically designed to mark off the application band width with foam so as to
prevent overlaps and skips when spraying back.
The ideal conditions for using the foam marker are the same for spraying, that is:
- Cool weather;
- No strong and dry wind.
control
panel

fuse

filter
tank

foam
nozzle

compressor

Further information about the Mastermark foam marker can be obtained in the attached manual
for this accessory.
CLEAN WATER TANK (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)
This is a plastic container with capacity of 12
liters.
Located in an easily reached position, it must
always be filled up with clean water for washing
hands and other parts of the body that may have
touched chemicals when preparing the chemical
mixture.

tank

ATTENTION: USE THIS WATER ONLY TO

WASH HANDS AND OTHER PARTS OF THE
BODY THAT HAVE TOUCHED CHEMICALS.
DO NOT DRINK THIS WATER IN ANY
EVENT!

tap

PTO SHAFT
It has plastic guards along all its parts to provide more security to the operator. These guards
prevent the rotating parts from contacting the operator and his clothes, as well as plants. Do not
remove them.
NOTE:
For instructions in detail,
please refer to the section
MAINTENANCE - PTO
SHAFT.
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MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

LINE FILTER
JACTO also offers line filters for the spray circuit of boom sprayer. For each boom section there
is a filter to be assembled on the pressure line.
This filter has 80-mesh screen and optimizes the filtration to the nozzles.
To match some sprayers already being used, some kits have been made which are specific to
each product line:
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum working pressure ........................................................................ 150 psi
Filtering element mesh ................................................................................ 80
Hose fitting ................................................................................................. 1/2"
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
For properly assembling the filters on the sprayers, the pressure hose must be connected
oriented by the arrow on the filter body.
LINE FILTER

NOTE:
The arrow indicates the flow
inlet of the line filter.

ATTENTION:
Clean the filter whenever necessary or filling the sprayer tank.
Do not exceed the maximum pressure recommended (150 psi).
LOW PRESSURE GAUGE KIT (OPTIONAL)

LOW PRESSURE GAUGE KIT

The low pressure gauge kit was

designed for checking the actual pressure
on nozzles.
It can be installed on the sprayers
assembled with both universal nozzle caps
and fittings and complex nozzle bodies,
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.
To ensure longer life of the pressure gauge,close the valve after regulating the sprayer.
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MAIN COMPONENTS OF SPRAYER

FILLING THE TANK WITH THE EJ-250 FILLING DEVICE (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)
The tank can be filled from appropriate vehicles or installations designed for this purpose, such
as water tanks, or with the tank filling device (model EJ-250), which is an optional accessory,
proceeding as follows:
valve cover

- Observe the position of the pump valve cover

on the sprayer and invert it to be as shown
in the figure beside.

directional valve
(supplied with the
filling unit)

- Install the directional valve on the pump valve

cover.
- Put 50 liters of clean water in the tank.

- Remove the plastic cap from the directional valve (2) and set the lever to the filling position.
- Connect the filling device hose (1) to the directional valve (2).
- Put the filling device (3) in the clean water source and the end of its hose in the tank filling opening.
- Run the PTO at 540 rpm.
- After filling, set the directional valve lever (2) back to the working position and reinstall the plastic
cap on the directional valve.
control valve
filling device
hose (1)
tank
filling device (3)

working
position

clean water
source

plastic cap

filling
position

primary valve (2)

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

AND ENSURE A HEALTHY LIFE.
ATTENTION
THE SPRAYER FILLING OPERATION MUST BE MADE IN PLACES
DESIGNED OR APPROPRIATE FOR THIS PURPOSE OR BY MEANS OF
APPROPRIATE VEHICLES (TRUCKS, TRAILERS, ETC.).
NEVER COLLECT WATER FROM RIVERS, LAKES, DAMS, STREAMS,
BROOKS, ETC. USING THE SPRAYER'S RETURN SYSTEM.

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OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
Stage

Procedure

Sprayer type
3 point
Trailer

Use individual protective clothing .....................................

Do not work at high speeds .............................................
Do not spray against the wind .........................................
Do not travel with boom lifted or unlocked .......................
Take care with electricity supply cables ..........................
Do not eat, drink or smoke while spraying .......................
After spraying, take off all protective clothing and take a
shower ............................................................................

X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X
X
X
X
X

Check if all components are intact ..................................

Check the components of accessories box ....................
Require trained person to instruct about assembling,
operating and servicing components and accessories ...

X
X

X
X

Check if the hitch pin is original .......................................

Check if the three-point hitch pins are original .................
Check if the hitch pins have cotter pins ...........................
Using the sprayer
Check the overlaps of the PTO shaft ..............................
for the first time
Remove the tractor's drawbar .........................................
Raise to the highest the tractor's hydraulic arms ............
Adjust the control valve position to avoid impacts while
turning .............................................................................
Check if the grease fittings are filled ................................
Check if the oil is on the level on the components ...........
Calibrate the tires ............................................................
Retighten the tank nuts and lug nuts ...............................

X
-

X
X
X

X
X
X
X

X
X
X
X
X

X
X
-

Clean the suction or line filters ........................................

Clean nozzles and their strainers ....................................

X
X

X
X

Clean nozzles, strainers and filters .................................

Check the grease fittings and joint pins ...........................

Check the oil level on the pumps and gear box ...............

Wash the inside and outside of the sprayer ....................

Check for damage on the paint and repaint .....................

Check for oil leakage and stop it ......................................

Store the sprayer in a dry, ventilated and indoor place ....

First 30 hours

Change for the first time the pump oil..............................

Retighten the bolts on the tank, axle and wheels..............

X
X

X
-

Every 100 hours

Change the oil of the pump and gearbox .........................

Tighten the belts ..............................................................
Clean and check the pressure regulator components ....
Clean the inside and outside of the sprayer, and paint the
parts subject to corrosion with lubricating oil ...................

X
X
X

X
X
X

Service the pump ............................................................

Change hydraulic oil ........................................................
Change the oil of the gearbox ..........................................
Retighten the bolts of tank, wheels, axle, etc. .................
Change the grease of the wheel hub ...............................

X
X
X
X
X

X
X
-

Spraying

Receiving the
sprayer

Whenever filling
the tank

Every day or
every 10 hours

Every 500 hours

or annually

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CHOOSING THE TRACTOR

CHOOSING THE TRACTOR CONSIDERING THE HYDRAULIC LIFT SYSTEM CAPACITY

The tractor should have lift capacity above the sum of the sprayer net weight (sprayer with empty
tank) plus the weight equivalent to the tank capacity.

CONDOR-PD
Sprayer net weight .......................... 275 kg
Tank capacity .................................. 600 L (approximately 600 kg)
Tractor recommended ..................... With hydraulic system lift capacity
above 875 kg (275 + 600)

ATTENTION
The numbers above refer to this sprayer only. As for the tractor, please consult
the operator's manual of the tractor.
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SETTING UP TRACTOR
ADJUSTING PARTS TO HITCH TO THE TRACTOR'S THREE-POINT SUSPENSION
ATTENTION: The instruction below is an example of what should be done for properly hitching the
sprayer to the tractor's three-point suspension. To exemplify we have used the Ford 4600 tractor.
However, you should proceed as directed in the operator's manual of your tractor.
TIE ARM OF THE LEFT BAR
To adjust the length of the left lift arm to the proper position, loosen the pin and turn the lower half
(2) of the lift arm.
NOTE: The grease fitting (1) should point upward.

LEVELLING BOX
To adjust the transversal levelling of the sprayer, turn the crank (1) located on the levelling box.

ADJUSTING THE THIRD POINT

Release the lock (1) and turn the sleeve (2) to adjus the length of the third point arm. During
transport, fasten the plate of the third point bar to the pin (3) of the frame.

LOCK

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SETTING UP TRACTOR
ADJUSTING PARTS TO HITCH TO THE TRACTOR'S THREE-POINT SUSPENSION
THIRD POINT FRAME
The third point frame has two positions (1 and 2) to install the third arm and two positions (3 and
4) to install the frame lower pin.
Thus there are four different positions for this assembly.

HOLES POSITION
The positions of the holes vary according to the duty to be
done.
Third arm's
position

Frame

Duty kind

No. 1
No. 1
No. 2
No. 2

No. 4
No. 3
No. 4
No. 3

Ultra-light
Light
Medium
Heavy

STABILIZING CHAINS
The stabilizing chains should be installed to limit the lateral movement of the sprayer hitched to
the three-point system.
These chains should be adjusted according to the boom of the sprayer to be used. To adjust them,
relieve the lock nut (1) and turn the adjusting nut (2), as necessary, and retighten the lock nut.

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CONNECTING THE SPRAYER

- Remove or set aside the tractor's drawbar.

drawbar

- Mount the sprayer to the tractor threepoint suspension and level it as shown in the
figure beside.

- Adjust the tractor hydraulic lift lever so that

the sprayer is not raised too high.

Height
adjustment

- Adjust the PTO shaft. If necessary, cut

5 cm

5 cm

the male and female tubes so that, after

connecting the sprayer, it has the overlaps
recommended in the figure beside.
A
NOTE: Align the forks as shown by "A".

ATTENTION
Before cutting the bars, check for all possibilities of movement of the sprayer
on the lift arms and third point.
Make sure the hitch pins locks are correctly installed.
For instructions in detail, please refer to the section MAINTENANCE - PTO
SHAFT.

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ASSEMBLING THE BOOM

ASSEMBLING THE BOOM
- Mount the boom to the sprayer (detail C).
- Install the stabilizing rope and level the boom with the chain to be hooked onto the frame (detail A).
- Tie the lift rope to the frame (detail A).
Pass it through the boom sheave (detail B), pass through the ring (detail D),
and return it through the moving sheave of the
frame (detail A) in the way shown by the arrows
in the figure below.

lift rope

sheave

stabilizing
rope

INSTALLING THE MANUAL LIFT

Mount the manual lift to the frame and fasten it with the
clamp and bolts, as shown in the figure.
Pass the rope through the sheave and attach it to the
reel.

MANUAL LIFT III

(WITH FRICTION)
sheave

reel

INSTALLING THE ROPE

Install the lifting rope of the sliding frame as
shown in the figure.

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ASSEMBLING THE BOOM

CONNECTING THE HOSES FROM THE CONTROL VALVE TO THE BOOM
Connect the hoses as shown in the next figure no. 1055.
It is important to note the indications by the letters so as to operate the control valve correctly.
Ex.: The hose indicated by the letter "C" (left side of the control valve) should be connected to the
line filter located on the right side of the sprayer which is also indicated by the letter "C".
The outlet hose of this line filter should be connected to the second section of the right boom.
To connect all the hoses, just follow the indications always going from the control valve.
control valve
fixed frame

sliding frame

line
filters

right boom
(second section)

PAY ATTENTION WHEN CLOSING THE BOOM!

IN ORDER TO ENSURE THAT THE BOOM BE CLOSED CORRECTLY, THE FIRST SECTION
OF THE BOOM HAS A SUPPORT TO PREVENT THE BOOM FROM BEING CLOSED WITHOUT
THE SLIDING FRAME HAS COMPLETELY LAID ON THE FIXED FRAME.
FOR SAFETYS SAKE, WHENEVER MOVING THE SPRAYER FROM A PLACE TO ANOTHER
WITH THE TRACTOR, FOLD THE BOOM'S END, LAY THE SLIDING FRAME ON THE FIXED
FRAME AND FASTEN THE BOOM WITH THE LOCK LOCATED AT THE UPPER END OF THE
FIXED FRAME.

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 property.
- Only open or close booms in areas free of obstacles such as electric wires,
trees, etc.

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

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

- Sprayer operational condition

- Well trained operator

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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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

V.A.R. CONTROL VALVE
This is a two-stage pressure regulator that provides
VAR
greater sensibility to the calibration.
pressure
The first stage is for calibration from 0.7 to 4.2 kg/cm (10
gauge
to 60 psi), usually used in herbicides applications. The
second stage is for calibration from 4.2 to 15 kg/cm (60 to
215 psi), used in insecticides, fungicides and foliar fertilizers
applications.
OPERATION
- The lever (1) opens and closes the flow to both right and
left sides of the boom.
- The lever (2) opens and closes the flow to all nozzles of
the right boom or closes only those at this boom end.
- The lever (3) opens and closes the flow to all nozzles of
the left boom or closes only those at this boom end.
NOTE: The scale is a reference for calibrating the sprayer. It does not have the same function of the
pressure gauge which indicates the pressure in the spray band.
REGULATING THE PRESSURE
- Engage the tractor's PTO and gradually accelerate until reaching 540 rpm.
- Position the lever (1) to open the flow to both right and left sides of the boom.
- Position the levers (2) and (3) to open the flow to right and left sides of the boom respectively.
- Turn the knob until obtaining the desired pressure: clockwise to increase pressure and
counterclockwise to decrease pressure.
- After regulating the pressure, position the lever (1) to close the flow and close the pressure gauge
valve.
Lever (3)
(position to close the flow
to the left boom)

Lever (2)
(position to close the flow
to the right boom)

Lever (3)
(position to open the flow
to the left boom)
Lever (3)
(position to open the flow
to the 1st section of the
left boom)

Lever (2)
(position to open the
flow to the 1st section
of the right boom)

Lever (1)
(position to close
the flow)
Lever (1)
(position to open
the flow)

Lever (2)
(position to open the flow
to the right boom)

ATTENTION
In order to ensure longer life of the pressure gauge, close the lever (1) after calibrating the
sprayer, thus releasing the pressure, and close the pressure gauge valve.

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

OPERATING THE MASTERFLOW CONTROL VALVE
CALIBRATING THE WORKING PRESSURE:
01 - Engage the tractor's PTO and gradually accelerate until reaching 540 rpm.
02 - Keep the relief lever in the position P (pressure) - fig. A.
03 - Turning the knob clockwise increases pressure (fig. B).
04 - Turning the know counter-clockwise decreases pressure (fig. C).
A
(P)

CALIBRATING THE BOOMS

01 - Run the sprayer and open the flow to all boom
sections.
02 - Set the relief lever (1) to the position P
(pressure).
03 - Set the levers (2), (3), (4) and (5) to point
downward.
04 - Check the pressure shown by the pressure
gauge.
05 - Choose one of the boom sections and turn the
lever aside (closed).
06 - Other levers should remain pointing downward
(open).

1
(P)

07 - Check if the pressure shown by the pressure gauge changed. If so, proceed as follows:
- Loosen the fastening screw indicated by the arrow (fig. E).
- Turn the knob clockwise to increase the working pressure (fig. F).
- Turn the knob counter-clockwise to decrease the working pressure (fig. G).
NOTE: The pressure should be equal to that previously shown by the pressure gauge when the
nozzles of such a section were all open.
- After calibrating this section, set the lever back to the position PULVERIZAR (pointing
downward/open).
- Repeat such an operation with all boom sections in order to keep pressure constant along the
whole boom, regardless of the number of sections in use.
E

ATTENTION
Do not change the
rpm while checking
the nozzles flow rate
so as to avoid change
in the pressure since
this will change the
flow rate.

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

CHEMICAL CONTAINER RINSE
The chemicals are packaged in appropriate containers for each type of product.
After emptying the containers, they must be discarded in a safety way, in order not to poison
the man and the environment.
It is very important , before any discard of empty containers, to remove the residues of the
product that are sticked inside it and make it useless by piercing it.
Metal, plastic and glass containers must be rinsed for decontamination.
To facilitate this important operation , Jacto has installed on its trailed sprayers a suitable
device that rinses internally the containers with pressurized water, eliminating most of the
residues.
sprinkler
stainer
valve directional
seals
fixer valve

PROCEDURES

Chemical control

- Fill the chemical tank up to approximately

open

50% of its capacity.

- Pour the chemical into the tank.
- Engage the tractor PTO.
NOTE: The relief lever of the chemical control
must be set to allow the chemical return to the
closed

tank (off) and the suction filter valve must be with

the arrow turned to the main tank.
relief lever
ATTENTION: USE THE RECOMMENDED
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING FOR THIS OPERATION.

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

- Hold the chemical container over the rinse nozzle and pull the directional
valve lever to wash inside the container.
NOTE: With the chemical container over the rinse nozzle, make circular
movements to reach all internal walls of the chemical container with the water jet for
around 30 seconds.
- Fill up the sprayer tank with water.

chemical
container
chemical
container
rinse nozzle

directional valve
lever

ATTENTION: Never pull the directional valve without the chemical container over the container
rinse nozzle.
- After rinsing the chemical container, wash it for the last time,
using clean water from the 150-liter tank.

CONTAINER RINSE

5c

NOTE: To keep from contaminating the water and the clean water tank tap
during the filling of the chemical container, hold the container at least 5 cm away
from the tap and fill the chemical container with water up to 1/4, as shown.

1/4

- Fit the container cap and tight it very well to avoid leakage
during the agitation.
- Agitate the container strongly in all ways (horizontal and
vertical), during approximately 30 seconds to remove the residues
that are sticked to the container internal walls.
-Take the container cap off and carefully pour the rinse water
into the spray tank.
- Keep holding the container over the spray tank opening
until the last drop.
- Repeat this operation twice more, thus completing the
triple wash.
- Next , make the container useless by piercing it. Make sure
their labels are not damaged for identification

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

HOLLOW CONE NOZZLE

HIGH QUALITY CERAMIC
SERIES JA
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
SPRAY PATTERN ............................................. HOLLOW CONE
SPRAY ANGLE ................................................. 75 TO 80 DEGREES @ 150 PSI
MATERIAL DE FABRICAO .......................... SINTERED ALUMINA
FLOW RATE IDENTIFICATION .......................... NOZZLE COLOR AND DESCRIPTION

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.
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 01 - FLOW RATE

Pressure

Nozzle model*
JA - 1

JA-1.5

30

0.23

0.31

45

0.28

60

JA-2
JA-3
Flow rate (L/min)

JA-4

JA-5

0.47

0.64

0.91

1.16

0.38

0.55

0.77

1.10

1.40

0.32

0.43

0.64

0.88

1.25

1.60

90

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 STRAINERS: use 50 or 60 mesh for all nozzle models.

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

TABLE 02 - SPRAYING VOLUME WITH NOZZLE SPACING AT 50 CM
NOZZLE
MODEL

COLOR

JA-1

BLUE

JA-1.5

BROWN

JA-2

BLACK

JA-3

ORANGE

JA-4

RED

JA-5

GREEN

FLOW
PRESSURE RATE PER
NOZZLE
(psi)
(L/min)
0.32
0.38
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
113
79
132
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

In order to achieve spraying volumes (L/ha) from nozzle spacings other than 50 cm, multiply the
values of the Table 2 by the conversion unit indicated below.
Nozzle spacing (cm)
Conversion unit

20

25

30

35

2.50 2.00 1.67

40

45

50

55

1.43 1.25 1.11 1.00 0.91

60

65

70

75

0.83 0.77 0.71 0.66

ORDERING: specify nozzle model and part #. Ex.: nozzle JA-2, part # 000026.
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

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

KEMATAL NOZZLES - SERIES 110 UF

EVEN FAN SPRAY
(UNIVERSAL USE)

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
SPRAY PATTERN ............................................. EVEN FAN
SPRAY ANGLE ................................................. 110 DEGREES AT 15 PSI
115 DEGREES AT 30 PSI
120 DEGREES AT 45 PSI
MATERIAL ......................................................... KEMATAL
FLOW RATE IDENTIFICATION .......................... NOZZLE COLOR (ISO)
NOZZLE GEOMETRY ........................................ ISO 10.626

LOW PRESSURE

HIGH PRESSURE

(15 psi)

(40 psi)

ANGLE: 110 DEGREES

ANGLE: 120 DEGREES

LARGE DROPLETS

SMALL DROPLETS

LOW DRIFT

BETTER PENETRATION
GOOD COVERAGE OF

GOOD DISTRIBUTION

LEAVES

APPLICATIONS
The flat fan nozzles of the Series 110-UF, approved by international standards, are nozzles of
universal use made in Kematal, a highly resistant and stable polymeric material. These nozzles are
as resistant as those in stainless steel. According to tests carried out by the University of Oregon,
U.S.A., they proved to have useful life of at least 400 hours.
The flow rate is uniform under various temperatures and the spray angle is of 110 degrees.
At low pressure (15 psi), drift is reduced and outstanding spray deposti pattern is achieved with
the generation of large droplets. At high pressure (40 psi) small droplets improve penetration into
and coverage of plants.
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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

TABLE 1 - FLOW RATE
15

20

110-UF-01 - F110/04/3

0.26

0.32

Pressure (psi)*
25
30
35
Flow rate (l/min)
0.36 0.37 0.38

Green

110-UF-015 - F110/06/3

0.38

0.42

0.46

0.51

0.55

0.59

0.61

Yellow

110-UF-02 - F110/08/3

0.47

0.56

0.61

0.68

0.73

0.77

0.81

Blue

110-UF-03 - F110 1.2/3

0.76

0.86

0.95

1.05

1.13

1.19

1.25

Nozzle
Color

Model

Orange

40

45

0.39

0.47

* Divide by 14.22 to convert into kg/cm.

TABLE 02 - SPRAY VOLUME WITH NOZZLE SPACING AT 50 CM

NOZZLE
COLOR

ORANGE

GREEN

YELLOW

BLUE

FLOW
PRESSURE RATE PER
NOZZLE
(psi)
(l/min)
15
0.26
110-UF-01
30
0.37
80 mesh
40
0.39
15
0.38
110-UF-015
30
0.51
80 mesh
40
0.59
15
0.47
110-UF-02
30
0.68
50 mesh
40
0.77
15
0.76
110-UF-03
30
1.05
50 mesh
40
1.19
NOZZLE
STRAINER

78
111
117
114
153
177
141
204
231
228
315
357

62
89
94
91
122
142
113
163
185
182
252
286

TRACTOR SPEED (km/h)

6
7
8
9
10
SPRAY VOLUME (l/ha)
35
45
39
31
52
49
63
56
44
74
59
52
67
47
78
51
57
65
46
76
68
77
61
102 87
79
89
71
118 101
63
81
71
56
94
82
136 117 102 91
92
154 132 116 103
91
152 130 114 101
210 180 158 140 126
238 204 179 159 143

11

12

28
40
43
41
56
64
51
74
84
73
115
130

26
37
39
38
51
59
47
68
77
76
105
119

In order to achieve spray volumes (l/ha) from nozzle spacings other than 50 cm, multiply the values
of the table 2 by the conversion unit below.
Nozzle spacing (cm)
Conversion unit

20

25

30

2.50 2.00 1.67

35

40

45

50

55

60

1.43 1.25 1.11 1.00 0.91

65

70

75

0.83 0.77 0.71 0.66

ORDERING
Nozzle color
Nozzle model
Part #

Orange

Green

110-UF-01 110-UF-015
564385

564393

Yellow

Blue

110-UF-02

110-UF-03

564401

564419

Specify nozzle model and part #. Ex: nozzle 110-UF-02, part # 564401.
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SPRAYER CALIBRATION
The safety of people, animals and environment depends on correct spray applications. Therefore,
we list below important operational procedures.
WHEN HANDLING CHEMICALS

WHEN OPERATING SPRAYER

- Check for the proper working conditions of the
sprayer.

- Follow strictly the instructions on the labels.

- Use individual protective clothing recommended.

- Do not blow by mouth nozzles, valves or tubes.

- Do not spray against the wind.
- Do not spray at sunny times

- Do not eat, drink or smoke.

- Choose a ventilated place.
- Wash with water and soap the parts of the body

- Use individual protective clothing recommended.

- Do not eat, drink or smoke.

touched by chemicals.

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 SPRAY VOLUME
Where:

F x 600 ( L/ha )
V=
SxA

: Spray volume (l/ha)

: Nozzle flow rate (L/min)

: Nozzle spacing (m)

: Tractor speed (km/h)

600 : Conversion unit

EXAMPLE
Nozzle flow rate .............................. 0.68 l/min at 30 psi (110-UF-02 nozzle)
Nozzle spacing ............................... 0.5 m
Working speed ............................... 4.0 km/h

V=

F x 600 (L/ha)
SxA

V=

0.68 x 600 (L/ha)

0.5 x 4

V=

408
2

= (L/ha)

ATTENTION
The numbers shown in the above example are illustrative. The correct calibration
should be done according to instructions of a technician of trust.
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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

SPRAYER CALIBRATION WITH THE CALIBRATOR BOTTLE
BEFORE CALIBRATING THE SPRAYER CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
- Suction filter: dirts;
- Hoses: twisted or bored;
- Pressure regulator components (valve seat, valve and spring): wear or dirts;
- Pump: proper lubrication (oil level and grease) and leakages;
- Nozzles: same model, wear, flow rate, strainers.
AFTER CHECKING, PROCEED WITH THE CALIBRATION 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.

5m

0m

50 m

6
7
8
9

- Start travelling at least 5 meters before the initial mark.

- Note the time it takes the tractor to travel 50 meters.
- On irregular terrain, repeat this operation several times and take the average.
- Stop the tractor with the acceleration used to travel the 50 meters, open the nozzles and adjust
the pressure according to directions for the different types of nozzles:
- Cone nozzles : from 45 to 200 psi
- Flat fan nozzles : from 15 to 60 psi
10 - Use the calibrator bottle to collect the nozzle spray volume during the same time taken to travel
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.

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

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 540 rpm at PTO) or change the nozzles for 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 change the nozzles for others of lower flow rate.
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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

DILUTING THE 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
clothing when handling chemicals:

impermeable
wide-brimmed
hat

- Impermeable wide-brimmeed hat

goggles
mask

- Goggles
long-sleeved
working
clothes

- Mask
- Long-sleeved working clothes
- Impermeable gloves
- Impermeable boots

impermeable
boots

impermeable
gloves

PREPARING THE CHEMICAL MIXTURE

ATTENTION

- Read carefully the chemicals manufacturer's

label.

- Pour the chemicals into a bucket with little

water and stir.

- 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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MAINTENANCE
GUIDELINES
Daily, after finishing the spray application, put clean water in the tank, remove the nozzles and
run the sprayer till empty.
Clean and reinstall the nozzles and strainers.
Clean the suction filter.
Rinse the outside and inside of the sprayer.
This procedure will avoid future problems caused by filter, nozzle and tube obstructions and
prolong the sprayer's life.
ATTENTION
NEVER WASH SPRAYERS OR INDIVIDUAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT IN OR
CLOSE TO RIVERS, LAKES, STREAMS, BROOKS, DAMS, ETC.
Take off and wash all individual protective equipment.
Wash the working clothes separately from other clothes.
Take a shower with plenty of water and soap and change clothes.

MAINTENANCE OF COMPONENTS
SUCTION FILTER
The frequency of filter cleanings
depends on the quality of water and
type of chemicals used.
Clean the suction filter whenever
filling the tank or necessary.
FVS 100
ring

LINE FILTER
The frequency of filter cleanings depends on the
quality of water and type of chemicals
used.
Clean the line filter whenever
cleaning the suction filter.

shut off
valve
filter body
packing rings

filter cap

filtering element

filtering
element

packing ring
filter cap

PRESSURE REGULATOR
Disassemble the pressure
regulator every 100 working hours.
Check for wear on the valve
and valve seat. Replace
the parts if necessary.

MASTERFLOW

valve and valve

seat

0059

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AGS SINGLE NONDRIP NOZZLE BODY
Clean the nozzles and strainers daily or whenever necessary.
CONE NOZZLE (OPTIONAL)

nondrip valve

filtering
element

nozzle body

cone
nozzle

lock

nozzle
cap

strainer

FLAT FAN NOZZLE

nozzle
(cone or flat fan)

filtering
element

nozzle cap

flat fan
nozzle
nozzle
cap

NOZZLE MAINTENANCE
After prolonged use, it may be necessary to

service the nondrip valve. Please refer to the

table below.
cup
nozzle
body

PROBLEM

Valve does not seal.

CAUSES

SOLUTIONS

a - Improper tightening of nut (1).

a - Tighten the nut (1).

b - Impurities on the diaphragm.

b - Remove and clean the diaphragm.

c - Rupture of the diaphragm.

c - Replace the diaphragm.

d - Rupture of the diaphram

followed by chemicals buildup.

d - Replace the diaphragm and clean

the cup.

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LUBRICATION TABLE
PRODUCT

LUBRICATING
OIL

GREASE

LOCATION

QTY.

FREQUENCY

SPECIFICATION

RECOMMENDED
PRODUCTS

PUMP JP - 75

1.5 l

PUMP JP - 100

2.0 l

PUMP JP - 150

2.5 l

API - SB
OR
SUPERIOR
SAE - 30

ALL INTERNAL
COMBUSTION ENGINES
WITHIN THIS
SPECIFICATION

PUMP JP - 42

0.9 l

1ST CHANGE:
AFTER
30 HOURS
FURTHER
CHANGES:
EVERY
100 HOURS

LITHIUM BASE GREASE

NGLI - 2

MULTIFAK EP-2
MOBILGREASE 77
LUBRAX GMA-2
BEACON EP-2
AND
SIMILAR PRODUCTS

PTO SHAFT
GREASE NIPPLES
AGITATOR

DAILY
-

MANUAL
LIFT

100 HOURS

Model of spray pump mounted to this sprayer.

NOTE: The order of the recommended products does not imply any preference for mark or product.

LUBRICATION POINTS
ATTENTION
STOP THE SPRAYER AND TURN OFF THE TRACTOR'S ENGINE BEFORE
SERVICING ANY PART OF THE SPRAYER.
LUBRICATING OIL
PUMP
Check the pump oil level daily and fill it up if necessary.
The first change is to be done after the first 30 working hours.
Further changes are to be done every 100 working hours or in
case of oil contamination.
Use SAE 30 oil, which can be usually acquired in gas stations.
Oil capacity: 1.5 liters to pump JP-75.
Check the oil level through the plug located in the pump cover.

filling opening
plug

NOTE: Whenever replacing the pump oil or filling it, loosen the plug and pour the oil through the
filling hose until overflowing slightly, indicating the level.
GREASE
PTO SHAFT
Lubricate daily.

MANUAL LIFT
- Lubricate every 100 hours

FOR INSTRUCTIONS IN DETAIL PLEASE

REFER TO THE SECTION MAINTENANCE PTO SHAFT.
oil

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MANUAL LIFT - III

MAINTENANCE
CONVENTIONAL PTO SHAFT
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
WINTER STORAGE
ATTENTION: in areas where temperatures drop to 0 or less, the water accumulated in the
pump can freeze and cause serious damages. To avoid such damages, please refer to the figure

control
valve

tank

pressure hose
suction
filter

pump
cap
shut off valve

ring

PROCEDURES
- Empty the tank completely by removing the lid and opening the filter shut off valve.
- Disconnect the hoses from the pump.
- Run the sprayer for about 30 seconds at half speed.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the pump, do not run the tractor over the recommended time.
- Afterward, connect the hoses again to the pump.
- Repeat this operation at the end of each spraying day during winter time to avoid problems in
future spray applications.

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TROUBLE-SHOOTING

tank

control
valve

return

fixed frame
pressure
hose
line filter

sliding
frame

boom

suction
filter

pump

PROBLEMS - CAUSES - SOLUTIONS

Whenever Jacto sprayers equipped with 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

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.

The pressure gauge needle oscillates.

The nozzle spraying angle oscillates.

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MAINTENANCE
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
a - LACK OF SUCTION AND PUMPING CAPACITY
PROBABLE CAUSES

1- PTO not turning.

SOLUTIONS
The sprayer should be run with 540 rpm at PTO. Check visually
whether the pump is being run.

2- Lack of water in the tank.

To run the hydraulic system, it is necessary to contain a minimum

quantity of liquid, otherwise there will be no pressure.

3- Filter shut off valve closed.

When the pump runs, liquid will pass through the valve even in the
closed position, however it will be insufficient. Open it.

4- Dirty filter.

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.

5- Obstruction in the intake hoses.

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.

6- Air in the system.

Check the filter packing ring. The filter should not leak.

7- Insufficient pump suction.

Remove the cover of the suction valves.

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 insufficient.

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/min
JP - 300 = 300 L/min

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MAINTENANCE
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
c - PRESSURE OSCILLATION
SOLUTIONS

PROBABLE CAUSES
1- Loose belts.

Check belt tension and tighten if necessary.

2- Air in the intake system.

Check for damaged hoses, filter packing rings, etc., and repair
if necessary.

3- Pressure regulator.

Check the regulator components and clean or replace them if

necessary.

d -INTERMITTENT PRESSURE
PROBABLE CAUSES
1-Filter shut off valve closed.

2- Pump valve deficiency.

3- Pump head perforated internally.

SOLUTIONS
When the pumps runs, liquid will pass through the valve even in the
closed position, however flow will be insuficient.
Valve with sealing deficiency or stuck due to impurities.

Replace it.

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GENERAL CARE
HANDLING AGRICULTURAL SPRAYER AND CHEMICALS

We warn the owners and users that the UNREASONABLE USE of this sprayer and chemicals
applied 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 a 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:

MACHINE:
SERIES:

MODEL:
MACHINE 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:

MACHINE:
SERIES:

STATE:
MODEL:

MACHINE 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