1. Read and understand the Operators Manual and all
safety signs before using.
2. Place all controls in neutral, stop tractor engine, turn
monitor off, set park brake, remove ignition key, wait
for nozzles to stop spraying before servicing,
adjusting, or repairing.
3. Before spraying a field, be familiar with all potential
hazards: trees, rocks, ditches, gullies, etc. Plan the
spraying route to avoid hazards. Remember you are
driving a wide machine. USE CAUTION WHEN
CORNERING.
4. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all
moving and/or rotating parts.
5. Do not allow riders on the sprayer or tractor during
operation or transporting.
6. Clear the area of all bystanders, especially children,
before starting or filling with water or chemical.
7. Stay away from wing pinch points when folding or
extending wings. Keep others away.
8. Stay away from power lines when extending or
folding wings. Electrocution can occur without
direct contact.
9. Read chemical manufacturers warnings, instructions
and procedures before starting and follow them
exactly.
10. Do not breathe, touch or ingest chemicals. Always
wear protective clothing and follow safe handling
procedures.
11. Spray only when potential for chemical drift is at a
minimum. Even small amounts can affect
neighboring crops or sensitive plants and people.
12. Dispose of chemical containers by triple rinsing them
into the sprayer tank or thoroughly rinsing, crushing
and delivering to regional disposal site.
13. In case of poisoning, get immediate medical attention.
14. Only rinse sprayer while still in the field. Spray the
rinse thinly over the field already sprayed. Never
contaminate the farmyard or drainage systems with
sprayer rinse.
15. Do not eat in the field when spraying.
16. Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system,
make sure all components are tight and that steel
lines, hoses and couplings are in good condition.
17. Before applying pressure to chemical system make
sure that all connections are tight and that all hoses
and fittings are in good condition.
18. Review safety instructions annually.
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INTRODUCTION
Before operating the Sprayer and each time thereafter, the fol-
lowing areas should be checked off:
1. Lubricate the machine per the schedule outlined in
the “Maintenance Section”.
2. Use only a tractor of adequate power and weight to
operate the Sprayer.
3. Ensure that the machine is properly attached to the
tractor. Be sure that a mechanical retainer is installed
through the drawbar pin and the safety chain is
attached to the drawbar cage. Jack is properly
stowed on bottom side of the tongue.
4. Check the hydraulic system. Ensure that the
hydraulic reservoir in the tractor is filled to the
required specifications.
5. Inspect all hydraulic lines, hoses, fittings and couplers
for tightness. Use a clean cloth to wipe any
accumulated dirt from the couplers before
connecting to the hydraulic system of the tractor.
6. Check the tires and ensure that they are inflated to
the specified pressure.
7. Calibrate the sprayer if it is the start of the season or
a new chemical is being used. Calibrate as specified
in rate control manual.
8. Check the condition and routing of all chemical hoses
and lines. Replace any that are damaged. Re-route
those that are rubbing pinched or crimped.
9. Check the spray pattern of each nozzle. Remove and
clean or replace any that have an unusual pattern.
10. Remove the steel mesh line filters and wash with
clean water. Reinstall.
11. Check that all connections in the electrical system are
connected and tight.
12. Remove delivery bolt (see figure 9) on breakaway
clamp and ensure wing breaks away freely and
returns to locked position. (Delivery bolt should not
be reinstalled, for delivery safety only)
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