Pest Management Professional, March 2014
up the siphon tube through the hose but are stopped by the screen filter Clean the tank and filter with a nylon brush simultaneously to save time 4Troubleshoot valve leaks After long term use the spray wand valve can develop a small leak around the cable You will notice it by getting your hand slightly wet after youve been spraying As with any tool the mechanical parts of the valve wear over time and a leak is a sign parts have to be replaced The first response to a leak is to tighten the packing nut at the end of the stainless steel cable at the back of the valve This might stop the leak for a short time but it wont fix the problem because the leak is an indication the washers around the cable are worn and need to be replaced A quarter turn of the packing nut is the most you should give it Further tightening will not stop the leak but will make the packing nut difficult to remove and possibly damage the valve Removing the nut is necessary to replace the three washers inside the valve The cable slides through the middle of them and they form a tight seal around it The washers wear as the cable moves with each push of the valve trigger The wear cant be avoided but the washers can be replaced all three at the same time YOUR TERMITE CONTROL SHOULD BE TOO Grow your business with Altriset termiticide by offering your customers unique features they will appreciate and the termite control they need Altriset controls termites with a low use rate and features an excellent environmental profile when used according to the label With its unique mode of action Altriset stops further structural damage within hours of application and has been shown to provide termite protection for nine years and counting Use Altriset to set your business apart and give your customers peace of mind with a termite free home Learn more at SyngentaPMP com Altriset Continued on page 92 Parts of valves will wear out over time Tightening the packing nut at the end of the stainless steel cable at the back of the valve might stop a leak for a short time but wont fix the problem
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