WaterSerpent- Remote Controlled Battery Powered Aquatic Herbicide Sprayer
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Description
WaterSerpent Remote-Controlled Aquatic Herbicide Sprayer
Weeders Digest proudly introduces the world’s first remote-controlled aquatic herbicide and algaecide sprayer.
Until now, residential and commercial pond and lake managers had to rely on inefficient methods to treat nuisance lake weeds and algae blooms. Applicators were forced to wade into the water with hand-held sprayers, carry heavy backpack sprayers for spot treatments, or deploy bulky boat-mounted sprayers.
The WaterSerpent revolutionizes aquatic maintenance. By delivering precise, efficient surface coverage, it empowers you to take control of aquatic weeds and algae so you can quickly restore the beauty of your water property. Because it is fully remote-controlled, it keeps operators safely on the shoreline, drastically limiting chemical exposure.
Capable of operating in as little as 5 inches of water, the WaterSerpent easily glides into hard-to-reach areas that traditional applicators simply cannot access. It is perfectly suited for lakes, ponds, canals, channels, coves, rivers, and bayous.
Starting at $6,995.00.
Key Benefits
- Safe & Easy to Use: Keep your distance and limit herbicide exposure. Operate the unit safely from the shoreline with intuitive "tank-style" drive paddles and a simple one-button spray pump.
- Highly Maneuverable: Its compact, aerodynamic profile allows for excellent dexterity and nimble navigation around docks, shores, and tight coves.
- Precise Coverage: Treat small to medium-sized bodies of water quickly. The extendable fold-out booms provide an adjustable spray width of up to 8 feet 2 inches.
- Quiet & Low Maintenance: Built with an aluminum frame, three electric motors, and a single lithium-ion battery. No noisy gas engines, no messy hydraulics, and no complex maintenance.
- Versatile: Features a convenient, easily swappable 12-gallon tank system so you can seamlessly transition between different treatments.
WaterSerpent at a Glance
Reach Areas Traditional Spray Methods Struggle to Access
WaterSerpent is designed to carry the treatment system onto the water while the operator stays on shore. Its electric paddle-wheel drive provides responsive maneuvering around docks, shorelines, coves, channels, and other confined treatment areas.
Electric motors and a single lithium-ion battery eliminate the need for a gas-powered propulsion system. The battery includes a Bluetooth fuel gauge and provides up to 8 hours of run time.
The standard 12-gallon tank is removable and swappable. The machine is designed to accommodate tanks up to 20 gallons.
Need help choosing a treatment? Shop aquatic herbicides or browse lake and pond algae treatment solutions.
Features
WaterSerpent Features
1,000-Foot Remote Range
Operate the WaterSerpent from shore at distances up to 1,000 feet with direct line of sight.
8-Hour Run Time
The lithium-ion battery provides up to 8 hours of run time and includes a Bluetooth fuel gauge.
Tank-Style Steering
Intuitive drive paddles control the electric propulsion system for maneuvering around shorelines, docks, coves, channels, and treatment areas.
One-Button Spray Control
The spray pump operates separately from the drive controls for straightforward treatment application.
Four Spray Nozzles
Fold-out booms provide an adjustable spray width from approximately 4 feet to 8 feet 2 inches.
Swappable Tank
The included 12-gallon tank holds approximately 100 pounds of liquid and removes for easier treatment changes.
Up to 20-Gallon Tank Capacity
The WaterSerpent platform is designed to accommodate a tank up to 20 gallons.
Shallow-Water Operation
Operates in water as shallow as approximately 5 inches.
Electric Motors
Electric propulsion removes the need for a noisy gas engine or hydraulic drive system.
Made in the USA
The WaterSerpent is proudly manufactured in the United States.
How It Works
How the WaterSerpent Works
One operator controls the WaterSerpent from shore while the machine carries the treatment tank, pump, nozzles, battery, and propulsion system across the water.
- Select the proper aquatic treatment.
Identify the target weed or algae and choose an aquatic-approved product labeled for the intended water body and application. - Prepare the treatment according to its label.
Follow the product's mixing rates, application instructions, protective equipment requirements, and water-use restrictions. - Fill the swappable treatment tank.
The standard tank holds 12 gallons and approximately 100 pounds of liquid. - Launch the WaterSerpent.
The machine operates in water as shallow as approximately 5 inches. - Navigate from the shoreline.
Use the tank-style remote controls to guide the WaterSerpent within its 1,000-foot line-of-sight operating range. - Activate the spray pump.
Use the separate spray control to apply treatment through the four-nozzle boom while moving through the target area. - Clean the system after use.
Follow the chemical label's equipment cleaning, rinsing, disposal, and storage directions.
Spray System
Adjustable Four-Nozzle Spray System
The WaterSerpent uses four spray nozzles positioned across extendable fold-out booms. The spray width adjusts from approximately 4 feet to 8 feet 2 inches to match different treatment areas.
Minimum Spray Width
Approximately 4 feet.
Maximum Spray Width
Approximately 8 feet 2 inches.
Spray Nozzles
Four nozzles distribute treatment across the water surface.
Fold-Out Booms
Extendable boom arms adjust the treatment width while folding inward when needed.
Specifications
WaterSerpent Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Remote-controlled aquatic herbicide and algaecide sprayer |
|---|---|
| Operation | True one-person remote operation |
| Dimensions | 4.5 feet wide × 7 feet long |
| Weight | 125 pounds |
| Storage | Folds inward for compact storage |
| Minimum Operating Depth | 5 inches |
| Remote Range | 1,000 feet line of sight |
| Battery | Lithium-ion battery |
| Battery Monitoring | Bluetooth fuel gauge |
| Run Time | 8 hours |
| Charger | 15-amp charger included |
| Charge Time | Approximately 3.5 hours |
| Electric Motors | 3 |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Spray Nozzles | 4 |
| Spray Boom | Extendable fold-out boom system |
| Spray Width | Approximately 4 feet to 8 feet 2 inches |
| Standard Tank | 12 gallons |
| Standard Tank Liquid Capacity | Approximately 100 pounds |
| Maximum Tank Size | Machine accommodates up to a 20-gallon tank |
| Transport System | Built-in low-speed trailer system |
| Hitch | 2-inch ball hitch / receiver |
| Road Rated | No. The built-in low-speed transport system is not road rated. |
| Manufacturing | Made in the USA |
Application & Safety
Aquatic Herbicide and Algaecide Application
The WaterSerpent is designed for applying properly labeled aquatic treatments across lakes, ponds, canals, channels, coves, rivers, bayous, shorelines, and similar water areas.
Aquatic Herbicides
Use products labeled for the target aquatic vegetation, water body, and intended application method.
Aquatic Algaecides
Use algaecides only where the product label permits the intended aquatic spray application.
Other Aquatic Treatments
Confirm equipment compatibility and label directions before placing any treatment into the spray system.
Before Each Treatment
- Identify the target aquatic weed or algae.
- Confirm the selected treatment is labeled for the target species and water body.
- Check current federal, state, and local aquatic treatment requirements.
- Review weather and wind restrictions on the treatment label.
- Inspect the tank, hoses, spray nozzles, battery, and drive system.
- Confirm adequate battery charge for the planned treatment.
- Keep people and pets outside restricted areas specified on the chemical label.
- Confirm the machine has enough water depth to operate safely.
Browse aquatic herbicides and pond algaecides available from Weeders Digest.
Transport & Storage
Transporting and Storing the WaterSerpent
The WaterSerpent includes a built-in low-speed transport system to simplify positioning, launching, and moving the unit around a property.
Built-In Transport System
The low-speed trailer system is integrated with the WaterSerpent.
2-Inch Hitch
The transport system uses a 2-inch ball hitch / receiver.
Compact Storage
The 4.5-foot-wide by 7-foot-long machine folds inward to reduce storage space.
125-Pound Machine Weight
Plan loading, unloading, storage, and handling around the machine's 125-pound total weight.
Storage and Maintenance
- Follow the aquatic treatment label for spray-equipment cleaning after use.
- Do not leave mixed pesticide solution in the tank unless the product label specifically permits storage.
- Inspect nozzles, hoses, connections, and the treatment tank for leaks or residue.
- Keep battery and electrical components clean and properly stored.
- Charge and store the lithium-ion battery according to manufacturer instructions.
- Inspect the electric drive system before the next treatment session.
- Fold the machine inward when appropriate to reduce its storage footprint.
FAQs
WaterSerpent FAQs
What is the WaterSerpent?
The WaterSerpent is a remote-controlled aquatic herbicide and algaecide sprayer. It allows an operator to spray aquatic treatments across a pond, lake, shoreline, canal, cove, channel, river, or similar water area while controlling the machine from shore.
How far can I operate the WaterSerpent from shore?
The WaterSerpent has a 1,000-foot line-of-sight remote range.
How long does the WaterSerpent run on one charge?
The WaterSerpent has an 8-hour run time from its lithium-ion battery.
How long does the battery take to charge?
The included 15-amp charger has an approximately 3.5-hour charge time.
Does the battery have a charge indicator?
Yes. The lithium-ion battery includes a Bluetooth fuel gauge.
How wide is the spray coverage?
The WaterSerpent has four spray nozzles on extendable fold-out booms. The spray width adjusts from approximately 4 feet to 8 feet 2 inches.
How much liquid does the standard tank hold?
The included swappable tank holds 12 gallons, approximately 100 pounds of liquid.
Can the WaterSerpent use a larger tank?
Yes. The machine is designed to accommodate a tank up to 20 gallons.
How shallow can the WaterSerpent operate?
The WaterSerpent operates in water as shallow as approximately 5 inches.
How large is the WaterSerpent?
The WaterSerpent measures approximately 4.5 feet wide by 7 feet long and weighs approximately 125 pounds. It folds inward for more compact storage.
Does the WaterSerpent require multiple operators?
No. The WaterSerpent is designed for true one-person operation.
Does the WaterSerpent use a gas engine?
No. The WaterSerpent uses three electric motors powered by a single lithium-ion battery.
Can I use any herbicide in the WaterSerpent?
No. Use aquatic-approved herbicides appropriate for your target vegetation, water body, and intended application. Always follow the EPA-registered product label and applicable regulations.
Can the WaterSerpent apply algaecide?
Yes, when the selected aquatic algaecide is labeled for the intended spray application and treatment site. Follow the product label for application rates and restrictions.
What type of steering does the WaterSerpent use?
The WaterSerpent uses intuitive tank-style drive paddles to control its electric propulsion system.
How is the spray pump controlled?
The spray pump uses a separate one-button control so the operator controls treatment application independently from steering.
Can I tow the WaterSerpent on public roads?
No. The built-in low-speed transport system is not road rated.
What hitch does the transport system use?
The built-in low-speed transport system uses a 2-inch ball hitch / receiver.
Where is the WaterSerpent made?
The WaterSerpent is proudly made in the USA.
Shipping
WaterSerpent Shipping Information
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