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How to Clean and Maintain Your
Hudson Compression Sprayer!
NOTE: Some spray materials, such as weed killers, are
difficult to completely clean out after being used in a sprayer. Since even a trace amount
of weed killer may injure wanted plants, Hudson recommends using two sprayers--one for
weed killers only and the second sprayer for your other applications.
Keep your sprayer clean...for longer life and better
service!
Many spray materials will harden or get gummy if left to dry in your sprayer. In
addition, when you remove the pump to fill the tank, dirt sometimes gets on it and ends up
clogging the nozzle. Like your other tools, a little maintenance, especially when you are
through spraying, helps keep your Hudson sprayer "young" and ready for the next
job.
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning or servicing your sprayer in
any way, RELEASE ALL THE PRESSURE according to instructions on the tank and packed in the
carton. If you do not have your printed instructions, please call 1-800-9-SPRAYER.
Here's how to clean your sprayer. All it takes is a few minutes!
- Following every spray job, empty your sprayer. The most ecologically sound way
is to spray away all the material according its directions and for the use intended.
(Otherwise, return the spray material to its original container. Do not dump spray
materials on the ground or down a drain.)
- Follow operating instructions to make sure all the pressure is released.
- Open the sprayer and fill with a half-gallon or so of clear water and add a few
drops of liquid dishwashing soap or other detergent.
- Swish the soapy water around in the tank, then pump a few strokes to get up a
little pressure. Spray the solution away.
- Release the pressure and rinse the tank with clear water, empty and drain.
- On most Hudson sprayers you can remove the hose and supply tube from the tank by
unscrewing the hose connection nut. (No tools required.)
- You may want to back flush the supply tube, hose, valve and wand with water from
your garden hose.
- Hold up the sprayer hose with the valve open so it drains, then hang it on a
hook.
- With the pump out and on a hook, turn the tank upside down so it drains.
TIP: If your sprayer "plugs up" while spraying, it probably
means dirt or debris is clogging the nozzle. Release tank pressure according to
directions and then clean the nozzle with a broom straw or toothpick. (Using a metal
object could damage the nozzle.)
A special note about your sprayer's gaskets, o-rings and seals:
Sometimes the "soft" parts such as o-rings and seals dry out if the
sprayer is stored for a few Winter months in a cold garage or storage shed, or they may
ultimately wear out with normal, seasonal use. (Wear varies depending on frequency of use
and type of spray materials used.)
Thus, there are times, especially in Spring, your
sprayer may not work properly. If this happens, try applying a little petroleum jelly,
particularly to the pump's plunger cup. If this does not work, you may need to replace
these parts--an expected and normal procedure for sprayers.
A low-cost parts kit,
including simple instructions, is available from your retailer or by calling 1-800-9-SPRAYER.
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Consumer Division
500 N. Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL 60611-3748 U.S.A.
For Parts, Service or Consumer Questions
1-800-9-SPRAYER or 1-800-977-7293
ladybug@hdhudson.com
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