DAKEN SPRAYERS
Serious injury can occur if the ATV on which the sprayer is mounted is driven unsafely.
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WARNING
OPERATION - IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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ATV VEHICLE HANDLING SAFETY
Before you fill the sprayer, review the following information with regard to handling accidents.
Chemical spills, sprayer leaks, personal contamination, and poisoning are accident situations which you may
encounter.
All require an immediate response – See instructions below.
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WARNING
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Sprayer leak
In the event that the pump develops a leak while spraying chemicals, you must
immediately
stop spraying
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Turn off power to the sprayer and follow the directions below, as applicable.
Bodily chemical
contact
Personal contamination can occur when chemicals splash, spill, or spray directly onto a person.
1.
Follow the emergency first aid instructions on the chemical label listed in the “First Aid”
or “Statements of Practical Treatment” section.
General procedures include:
a)
Eyes – immediately flush with water or follow other directions as specified on the chemical label.
b)
Skin - immediately wash all contaminated skin surfaces with soap and water, or follow
directions as specified on the chemical label.
c)
Clothing - remove contaminated clothing immediately. Dispose of heavily contaminated
clothing per the instructions on the chemical label for safe chemical/container disposal.
2.
Seek medical advice if instructed on the label, or if the victim experiences symptoms of harmful
effects such as burning, swelling, nausea, chest pain, difficulty breathing, dizziness or confusion.
When seeking medical advice, be sure to bring the chemical product label.
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Driver age.
You must be 16 years of age or older to operate the ATV with the sprayer attached.
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Less stable.
Be aware that all vehicle handling will be affected with the filled sprayer attached. See your ATV’s warning
label for the hazards associated with driving:
- Too fast
- On paved surfaces
- On inclines or rough terrain.
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These hazards will be increased drastically as a result of the additional weight and location of the filled sprayer.
The center
of gravity will be higher and weight distribution different, causing the ATV to be less stable when braking, turning, and
driving. Exercise extra caution in vehicle handling. Use particular caution on sloped or rough surfaces in order to prevent
rollover. A vehicle equipped with Roll Over Protection System (ROPS) is recommended if you will be operating on non-level
terrain.
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Speed limit.
DO NOT exceed 8 km/h with sprayer mounted on ATV.
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Ride/transport.
NEVER ride or transport cargo on the sprayer.
CHEMICAL ACCIDENTAL PROCEDURES:
