Compression Sprayers Available Only in Australia
Problem:
Rapid Pressure Loss
Causes:
Liquid escaping out the bottom of the pressure chamber – caused by grass or sediment etc preventing the ball sitting snugly into its seat
Regulator needs adjustment – incorrectly set
Hose nut not done up tightly
Problem:
Difficult To Pump
Causes:
Pressure chamber filled with water- not enough air inside to compress. This is caused if the knapsack is turned upside down while pressurised and the air in the pressure chamber escapes and is replaced by liquid – which can’t be compressed.
Problem:
Pump Leaver Arm Raising When Under Pressure
Causes:
Liquid escaping out the bottom of the pressure chamber – caused by grass or sediment etc stuck in the seal or ball seat
Problem:
Leaking Liquid Through Pressure Chamber Lock-in Nut
Causes:
Twisted felt seal(locking washer)
Felt seal worn
Felt seal not lubricated – Lubricate seal with petroleum jelly. EG: Vaseline
Lock-in nut over-tightened – (Damaging Felt Seal)