Weak stream from drone sprayer and cleaning out the solenoid valve

Weak stream from drone sprayer and cleaning out the solenoid valve

The solenoid valve was clogged up by bleach residue and other small obstructions. Customer is able to remove solenoid and clean out filter screen. Process can be prevented for a while by use of filter on hose outlet but more than likely the cleaning will need to be performed eventually. Alternatively we should make solenoid removal and cleaning an easier process. Current process for cleaning solenoid involves
1. Unscrewing Banjo Connector/Hose Swivel from PVC elbow
2. Unscrewing both 3D Printed Nozzle tie-downs
3. Unscrewing Solenoid valve from PVC elbow
4. Clear out Solenoid valve filter screen
5. Re-attach solenoid valve to PVC elbow (recommend reapplying a plumber's tape)
6. Re-mount 3D printed Nozzle tie-downs
7. Re-attach Banjo Connector/Hose Swivel to PVC Elbow
8. Run solenoid valve under pressure to ensure the assembly is not leaking at any point


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