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NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
Item# 285180
This NorthStar® Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom with large capacity 26-gallon tank is great for applying chemicals to large and small areas. 40in. boom with left/right nozzle control. Flexible Lexan® boom arms will not bend, kink or break. Made with polycarbonate resin, known for scratch resistance, toughness and weatherability. NorthStars proprietary tank design features extra-thick walls that wont bulge or sag. It stands up to chemicals thanks to a special polymer known for its superior chemical resistance. Tank is UV-stabilized to prevent fading and other sun damage. Tow-behind cart attaches to ATV or garden tractor. Order optional extension boom kit item# 2820. Agitation kit available, order item# 28520. U.S.A. Power Supply: 12V, Pump Type: NorthStar, Spray Gun Type: Spot, broadcast, Spray Pattern: Stream, cone, broadcast, Spray Height (ft.): 19, Broadcast Width (ft.): 16, Tank Size (gal.): 26, Flow (GPM): 2.2, Pressure (PSI): 60, Hose (in. x ft.): 3/8 x 15, Tow Behind Cart Included: Yes, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 33 x 13 1/2 x 19 Large-capacity 26-gallon tank Dependable 12V 2.2 GPM NorthStar pump; pump turns itself off @ 70 PSI Honeywell MICRO SWITCH™ for enhanced durability and efficiency 10-ft. spray width 40in.W boom with left/right nozzle control Approved for use with Roundup® agricultural herbicide Remote switch to turn on boom from vehicle Spray gun nozzle adjusts from cone to stream; stream shoots 19 feet 3/8in. x 15ft. hose wraps around sprayer tank; gun clips to tank for convenient storage Reinforced poly vinyl chloride hose makes monitoring the chemical flow simple Tow-behind cart attaches to ATV or garden tractor Optional kits (sold separately): Agitation kit (Item# 28520) and extended boom kit (Item# 2820) Roundup® ready Replacement parts are available through Northern Tool Parts Department 1-800-270-0810
Questions & Answers for NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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Where does one place the 12 volt battery for this tow behind sprayer.
Your picture shows no place to put the 12 volt battery - my riding mower does not have a place to put the battery? What good is a trailer/sprayer with no place for the power source?
asked 1 year, 7 months ago on NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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This NorthStar tow-behind sprayer with boom easily connects to the battery of the ATV or Lawn tractor towing it.
answered 1 year, 7 months ago
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NorthstarExpert5
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answer 2
I used the battery on my riding lawn mower. It one less battery to replace and charge back up. The battery on the rider will it charge up by the motor. If the wire for the battery connection do not reach. You can ask a sale person at your local Norther has an extension for it. Ride does not have a battery to start it. Check to see if they make a battery hold to mount on your rider or sprayer.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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sprayjocky
- Knoxville, Tn
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answer 3
The pump piggybacks off the lawn tractor's battery. If you have a pull-start riding mower, then I see your point. But otherwise, there is plenty of wire between the sprayer pump and the switch to snake it up under your tractor and secure it with zip ties on its way to the tractor's battery. Mine came with a handy plug that I zip-tied to the towing hitch platform and is easy to hook up and unhook. Note that if you are trying to tow this sprayer with a toy like an 8 HP rider, you're asking too much. 26 gallons at 8.6 pounds per gallon is 223 pounds plus maybe 175 pounds of dude and you're lugging around nearly 400 pounds plus the sprayer's empty weight too. You will overheat that poor rider in a hurry if it's that small (not saying that it is; just saying if that's the case). I would not pull this with less than 16-18 HP. Hope this helped.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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MiceSwimmingLessons
- Detroit Suburbs, MI
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Can I get a replacement spray wand for this
asked 1 year, 11 months ago on NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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bhargan
- Denver
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The spray wand can be obtained at any retail outlet that sells sprayers. You may have to get an adapter for attaching the wand to the supply hose as at times the original spray wand male end is not the same size as the replacement unit. Usually the nylon parts are located right next to the spray wand unit area.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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Outdoorman
- Ridgeville,IN
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answer 2
Yes, this NorthStar sprayer has common 3/8 inch sprayer hose and we have a few replacement wands available.
Please see my product recommendations listed below...
Please see my product recommendations listed below...
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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Is it possible to buy replacement nozzles for the boom kit?
asked 1 year, 3 months ago on NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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Yes, the nozzles for this NorthStar sprayer are available through our customer contact center at phone number 1-(800)-533-5545, please reference item # 777359.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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NorthstarExpert11
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answer 2
Check with customer service at Northern Tools web page.
answered 11 months ago
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Lugbolt
- Georgia
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Can I spray a concrete waterproofing sealer through this sprayer. Such as Behr concrete waterproof and sealer.
asked 1 year, 3 months ago on NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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Yes, this NorthStar sprayer will accept concrete water-proofer and sealer, it must be water-based and non-flammable.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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answer 2
Follow the sealant manufacturers recommendation for applying to concrete. Most sealers are best applied with hand sprayers. If you have a large area you are trying to spray. I am sure this sprayer will do a fine job. Before filling the sprayer, I would be sure of what the cleanup procedure is and make sure that it doesn't require the use of solvents. You cannot run solvent through this sprayer. Most sealant sprayers are dedicated and not used for any other purpose. I would be careful.
answered 1 month, 1 week ago
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opinionator
- Broken Arrow, OK
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Internal Mixer
Does this unit have a mixer unit inside the tank to keep chemicals agitated or is there such available?
asked 1 year, 1 month ago on NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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harryt
- Gulfport, MS
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The agitation kit for this NorthStar sprayer is sold seperately, please see my product recommendations listed below...
answered 1 year, 1 month ago
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NorthstarExpert11
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answer 2
NO.
answered 11 months ago
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Lugbolt
- Georgia
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Is it possible to get the spray nozzle that is included with the 16 gallon sprayer with this model?
Also, will the pressure be able to be lowered enough so I can use this as a watering tank with a watering wand to use on the flower beds?
asked 10 months ago on NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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answer 1
The broadcast nozzle is not intended to be used with this NorthStar sprayer and the pressure is not adjustable.
answered 10 months ago
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answer 2
The pressure is not adjustable but you can "adjust" the flow by partially closing adjustable valves to each sprayer nozzle. I'm not sure if this would be bad for the pump or not.
answered 8 months ago
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SCHorseman
- Chester, SC
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Re: NorthStar model #285180, what is the total spray coverage for the 40" boom?
asked 9 months ago on NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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Listed below is the coverage in GALLONS PER ACRE for this NorthStar ATV sprayer with different speeds and PSI at a 23 inch spray height.
At 15 PSI- 1 MPH=54.4, 2 MPH=27.4, 3 MPH=18.2, 4 MPH=13.6, 5 MPH=10.9, 7 MPH=7.8, and 10 MPH=5.45.
At 25 PSI- 1 MPH=70.4, 2 MPH=35.2, 3 MPH=23.5, 4 MPH=17.6, 5 MPH=14.1, 7 MPH=10.1, and 10 MPH=7.05
At 35 PSI- 1 MPH=83.2, 2 MPH=41.6, 3 MPH=27.8, 4 MPH=20.8, 5 MPH=16.7, 7 MPH=11.9, and 10 MPH=8.35
At 15 PSI- 1 MPH=54.4, 2 MPH=27.4, 3 MPH=18.2, 4 MPH=13.6, 5 MPH=10.9, 7 MPH=7.8, and 10 MPH=5.45.
At 25 PSI- 1 MPH=70.4, 2 MPH=35.2, 3 MPH=23.5, 4 MPH=17.6, 5 MPH=14.1, 7 MPH=10.1, and 10 MPH=7.05
At 35 PSI- 1 MPH=83.2, 2 MPH=41.6, 3 MPH=27.8, 4 MPH=20.8, 5 MPH=16.7, 7 MPH=11.9, and 10 MPH=8.35
answered 9 months ago
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NorthstarExpert11
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answer 2
I get coverage about 7' or 8' wide on ground cover that is
6" to 1 foot tall..
6" to 1 foot tall..
answered 8 months ago
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SCHorseman
- Chester, SC
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does the unit come with an adapter for the 12 volt battery instead of having to hook it up to your battery?
My tractor has a 12 volt outlet.
asked 2 months ago on NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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answer 1
This sprayer will come with battery wires and clamps. Northern Tool doesn't offer a DC adapter for connecting the sprayer to a 12 volt outlet.
answered 1 month, 4 weeks ago
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NorthstarExpert11
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answer 2
NO, just clipon leads.
answered 1 month, 2 weeks ago
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Gars
- Illinois
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Boom Pressure Regulation
Hello,
How do you regulate the flow pressure to the boom spray? My unit runs at 45psi which is above any of the suggested pressure in the manual (ie 15, 25 & 35 psi) and I need to regulate the pressure so I can work out what speed to travel at for adequate coverage per acre.
Regards,
Chris
How do you regulate the flow pressure to the boom spray? My unit runs at 45psi which is above any of the suggested pressure in the manual (ie 15, 25 & 35 psi) and I need to regulate the pressure so I can work out what speed to travel at for adequate coverage per acre.
Regards,
Chris
asked 1 year, 3 months ago on NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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Ceptic
- Wagga Wagga, NSW, Australia
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This NorthStar tow behind sprayer does not have a pressure adjustment for broadcast spraying.
The application rate is determined through the calibration table found in the owners manual, the owners manual can be found on our website under "Content Links" for the sprayer.
The application rate is determined through the calibration table found in the owners manual, the owners manual can be found on our website under "Content Links" for the sprayer.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
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NorthstarExpert11
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Do you have replacement wheels. 3/4 Hub for a 26 gallon sprayer
asked 1 year, 2 months ago on NorthStar Tow-Behind Sprayer With Boom - 26 Gallon, 2.2 GPM, 12 Volt
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Yes, the item # is 2278. Please see below.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
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NorthStarExperts
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