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Operator Safety
WARNING
• Reduce your speed and minimize the weight of
your load (in the hopper and volume in the tanks)
when operating on hills or rough terrain to avoid
possible instability, tipping or rollover of the ma-
chine.
• Liquid in the tank and granular materials in the
hopper may shift during operation. This is most
common while turning, going up, down or across
hills, when suddenly changing speed, or operating
on rough terrain. This shift in load may cause pos-
sible instability, tipping or rollover of the machine.
Reduce your speed in these situations.
• The sprayer hand wand may trap liquid
under high pressure even when the engine is
off. Accidental high pressure spray discharge
is hazardous and could cause serious injury
to you or bystanders.
• Do NOT point the hand wand or
spray near people.
• Always stay clear of the sprayer hand
wand nozzle and never point it at any-
thing you do not intend to spray.
• The hand wand is pressurized any-
time the sprayer pump is activated
with the shutoff valve open.
• Take care to relieve the pressure
in the hand wand every time after
shutting off the engine by squeezing
the trigger while pointing it in a safe
direction.
• Do NOT point the hand wand or
spray electrical components or wires.
• Do NOT attempt to disconnect the
spray wand from the unit while the
system is pressurized
Training
• All operators and mechanics should be trained.
The owner is responsible for training the users.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar
with the instructions, to operate the unit.
• Never let children or untrained people operate
or service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves,
other people or property.
Preparation
• Evaluate the terrain to determine what accesso-
ries and attachments are needed to properly and
safely perform the job. Use only accessories and
attachments approved by the manufacturer.
• Wear appropriate clothing including safety shoes,
safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose
clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
• Inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys
and wire, which can be thrown by the machine.
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explo-
sive.
• Use only an approved container for gasoline.
• Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
Do not smoke. Never refuel or drain the machine
indoors.
• Check that safety switches and shields are
attached and functioning properly. Do not operate
unlesss they function properly.
• Become familiar with and follow all warnings,
recommendations, instructions and procedures for
safe use, handling, applying, storage and disposal
of all chemicals as listed on the manufacturer’s
label of any herbicides, pesticides or other chemi-
cals.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as rec-
ommended on the manufacturer’s label or MSDS
of any herbicides, pesticides or other chemicals.
Personal protective equipment may include safety
glasses or goggles and/or face shields, chemical
resistant gloves, rubber boots and a respirator or
filter mask.
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in
the manual and on the unit before starting. If the
operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English it
is the owner’s responsibility to explain this material
to them.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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