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Extend Sprayer Life: Easy Maintenance Tips for Battery and Motor Longevity
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News18•21-09-2026, 16:47
Extend Sprayer Life: Easy Maintenance Tips for Battery and Motor Longevity
- •Battery-operated knapsack sprayers are vital for farmers, enabling efficient medicine and fertilizer application.
- •Mithilesh Jha, an agricultural machinery engineer, shared essential maintenance tips for battery sprayers.
- •Empty residual medicine immediately after spraying and thoroughly wash the tank, pipe, and nozzle with clean water.
- •Avoid fully discharging the battery; charge it after use and at least once a month if not used for extended periods.
- •Check and clean nozzles and filters before spraying, and store the sprayer in a dry, shaded area to ensure its longevity.
Key Questions Answered
After spraying is complete, any remaining medicine in the tank should be emptied immediately. The tank, pipe, and nozzle must then be thoroughly washed with clean water to prevent particle accumulation and nozzle blockage.
The battery should not be operated until completely discharged and should be charged after work finishes. If the machine is unused for a long time, it should be charged at least once a month to maintain its capacity.
The sprayer should always be kept in a dry and shaded place to protect it from the sun and rain. Additionally, pipes and connections should be checked periodically to keep the machine in good condition.
