NJ Phillips Hyflow Floating Hook (PM1142)

Tips For Use

Drench Gun Cleaning Instructions Post Drenching:

1. Wash out/squirt through tubing and drench guns.
2. Dismantle guns and carefully wash barrel with warm water and detergent.
3. Rinse thoroughly.
4. Check valves for foreign material.
5. Lubricate barrel using recommended oil.
6. Reassemble gun carefully ensuring washers are not damaged and valves are correct way around (springs always face nozzle end).
7. If anything is obviously broken fix immediately.

Faulty Equipment:

• The valves of a drench gun are critical to accuracy and can fail to seal properly.
• The inlet valve is situated at the rear of the gun- the delivery valve is at the nozzle end – check both of these for foreign material.
• Also check for leaks around all connection points and caps.
• In particular, look out for:
  • Drench dripping from the nozzle – usually caused by poor sealing of delivery valve.
  • Air bubbles – possible causes include cracks or holes in hose, worn ‘O’ rings or delivery value not functioning.

After Drenching:

• Return unused drench to original container because light can degrade some chemicals and reduce their effectiveness.
• Clean all equipment, including the backpack, following the manufacturer’s instructions. In some cases, rinsing with water will not be sufficient. Replace any damaged items.
• At regular intervals, dismantle and thoroughly clean drenching guns).
• Consider monitoring the effectiveness of your : drenching technique, your drench or your drenching programme by Faecal Egg Counts at appropriate times.
• Record drench usage in appropriate documentation system.