OWNER’S MANUAL
OPERATION - USING THE SPRAYER
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Cleanup and decontamination procedures must be followed after each use.
Improper equipment cleanup and disposal of chemicals can result in dangerous chemical exposure to humans
and the environment, as well as equipment damage.
Personal decontamination is required after spraying to minimize unsafe exposure to chemicals and potential
illness.
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WARNING
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1.
Drain tank
If there is excess pesticide left in the tank, drain the tank:
a)
Disconnect power to the sprayer and relieve system pressure by depressing the gun trigger.
b)
Find a suitable container in which to drain the unused pesticide. Place it under the tank drain hole.
c)
While wearing rubber gloves, eye protection, and all other required personal protective
equipment, allow pesticide to drain into container.
d)
When tank stops draining, replace drain cap. Tighten securely.
2.
Unused chemical Properly store or dispose of unused chemical:
a)
If the unused pesticide is to be stored for future use:
Store all unused pesticide in its original, or a suitably marked, container in a secure location out of
the reach of children & animals.
b)
If remaining pesticide is to be disposed:
Properly dispose of the remaining chemical and its container per the chemical
manufacturer’s recommendation and according to local hazardous waste disposal
regulations.
3.
Flush sprayer
Flush the sprayer per the chemical manufacturer’s recommendations.
A general procedure is as follows:
a)
Add fresh water to the tank.
b)
Reconnect power to the sprayer.
c)
Operate the spray gun and discharge all rinse water onto an area that can accept dilute pesticide
application.
d)
Add 19 Litres of the chemical manufacturer’s recommended cleaning solution. Operate the spray
gun, collecting the discharged solution if recommended by the manufacturer.
e)
After flushing, disconnect power to the sprayer and be sure all system pressure is relieved
by squeezing the gun trigger.
f)
Dispose of cleaning solution discharge as recommended by the manufacturer of the solution.
4.
Decontaminate
& launder
Decontaminate yourself after you are finished handling chemicals:
a)
Remove all clothing worn during spraying and chemical handling.
b)
Wash all exposed parts of the body with soap and water.
c)
Launder clothing separately from other wash.
STEP FOUR: CLEAN THE SPRAYER AND DECONTAMINATE AFTER USE
When done using the sprayer, it is important to clean the sprayer and decontaminate yourself. Do not store the sprayer with
chemicals in the tank, as it is unsafe and could also result in damage to the equipment.
