With Spring just a few weeks away, right now is a good time for a preseason inspection and preventative maintenance on your sprayer rig. Inspecting hoses for rot and cracks, removing and cleaning the suction strainer, and replacing diaphragms and other consumable parts now can save you from downtime during the busiest months of the year.
To ensure you don't miss anything, our Customer Support Team has created a checklist a list (downloadable as a PDF here)Â for your sprayer rigs.
Tank & Frame
🔲 Inspect tank for cracks, leaks, or UV damage
🔲 Check tank straps and mounting bolts
🔲 Inspect frame for rust or loose hardware
🔲 Rinse out old chemical residue
Hoses & Fittings
🔲 Check hoses for cracks, dry rot, or soft spots
🔲 Tighten all hose clamps
🔲 Inspect fittings for leaks
🔲 Replace worn or brittle lines
Pump
🔲 Check pump oil level (if applicable) and clarity
🔲 Inspect pump housing for leaks
🔲 Ensure pump runs smoothly
🔲 Listen for unusual noise
Filters & Strainers
🔲 Remove and clean suction strainer
🔲 Clean or replace inline filters
🔲 Inspect O-rings and seals
Valves & Regulator
🔲 Cycle valves to ensure smooth operation
🔲 Inspect pressure regulator
🔲 Check for leaks at connections
Nozzles & Boom
🔲 Remove and clean nozzles
🔲 Check for worn or uneven spray pattern
🔲 Verify correct nozzle spacing
🔲 Confirm boom alignment
Electrical (12V Systems)
🔲 Test on/off switch
🔲 Inspect wiring and fuse
🔲 Check battery charge
🔲 Confirm pump primes properly
Calibration & Testing
🔲 Fill with clean water only
🔲 Pressurize and check for leaks
🔲 Verify spray pattern
🔲 Confirm correct pressure and output rate
At SprayerDepot.com we stock all the pumps, tips, hoses, diaphragms, strainers, clamps, tanks, and other parts you need to get dialed in before the Spring rush. And our Customer Support Team is available by phone or email Monday - Thursday from 8am - 6pm EST and until 5pm Fridays to ensure you get waht you need.
