Goldacres Squirt, Operator'S & Parts Manual

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• Certain chemicals may be unsuitable for
use with Goldacres standard plumbing
designs. Consult your Goldacres dealer if
in doubt.
• Do not operate the equipment while
under the influence of any drugs, alcohol
or if excessively tired.
• Make sure that the equipment complies
with all relevant road regulations when
transporting.
• When draining fluids from the equipment
use appropriate, leak proof containers.
Do not use food or beverage containers
as someone may consume the contents
by mistake.
• After reading the operator’s manual
if there is any thing that you do not
understand please contact your
Goldacres dealer.
Safe Chemical Use
The safe use of Ag chemicals with this
equipment is the responsibility of the owner/
operators. All operators should be trained
in the safe use of Ag chemicals. Goldacres
suggest that a relevant course is completed
by owners/operators prior to operation of
this equipment as a spray unit.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Always wear close fitting clothing and safety
equipment designed for the job.
Chemicals can be harmful to humans,
appropriate PPE should be used when
handling chemicals.
Always refer to the chemical manufacturers
label for guidelines on the appropriate PPE
to use with the chemicals you are using.
Goldacres also suggest that you read
and understand the following Australian
standards:
• Australian Standard for Chemical
protective clothing AS3765
• Australian Standard for Respiratory
protection devices AS1715
Airborne particles
Always stand well clear of equipment during
operation. Any spray drift is dangerous and
may be hazardous to humans and animals.
Fluids under pressure
Do not disconnect any hoses, nozzles
or filters while equipment is operating.
Disconnecting these components while
under pressure may result in uncontrolled
fluid discharge which may be hazardous.
When the repair is complete ensure that
all fittings and lines are secured before re-
applying pressure.
Cuts, Stabs & Punctures
When Servicing machine, be mindful of sharp
edges on parts such as trimmed cable ties,
hose clamps, cut reinforced hose and the
edges of plates and brackets as they could
cause cut, stab or puncture injuries.