Hardi 3500 EXPLORER, Operator'S Manual

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3500 / 4000 EXPLORER
Congratulations on purchasing a HARDI
EXPLORER sprayer.
Introduction
The reliability and efficiency of this sprayer depends
upon your care. The first step is to take the time to
carefully read this operator’s manual. It contains essen-
tial information for efficient and safe operation of the
HARDI EXPLORER sprayer. Additionally, sprayer
options are covered within this manual.
This manual covers EXPLORER 3500 / 4000L with
EAGLE boom.
An appropriate boom operator’s manual is supplied
with your sprayer documentation.
Thankyou for choosing HARDI and welcome to the
increasing family of HARDI spraying equipment owners.
Sprayer use
The HARDI EXPLORER sprayer is for the application
of plant protection and liquid fertiliser chemicals. The
sprayer must only be used for this purpose. It is not
allowable to use the sprayer for other purposes. If no
local law demands that the operator must be certified to
use spray equipment, it is strongly recommended to be
trained in the safe handling of plant protection chemicals
and plant protection, to avoid unnecessary risk for
persons and the environment.
Identification plates
An ID plate is fitted on the frame and indicates:
Producer Name, Model, Serial Number and Date.
Please record applicable details below:
Producers Name: ...................................................
Model: .....................................................................
Serial Number: .......................................................
Date: .......................................................................
Dealer Name: .........................................................
Sprayer Layout
This is the safety alert symbol:
When you see the symbol in this manual or on the
spraying equipment, be alert because it means
WARNING! your safety is involved.
Note the following recommended precautions and safe
operating practices:
Read and understand this operator’s manual
before using the equipment. It is equally important
that other operators of this equipment read and
understand this manual.
You must read chemical labels and follow the
instructions they contain prior to using them.
Chemical labels are registered by the National
Registration Authority. However each state gov-
erns the purpose for which a chemical may be
used, this varies from state to state.
Local law may demand that the operator be certi-
fied to use spraying equipment. Adhere to the law.
Pressure test with clean water prior to using chemicals.
Wear protective clothing.
Rinse and wash equipment after use and before
servicing.
Depressurise equipment after use and before
servicing.
Never service or repair the equipment whilst it is
operating.
Disconnect electrical power before servicing.
Always replace all safety devices or shields imme-
diately after servicing.
If an arc welder is used on the equipment or
anything connected to the equipment, disconnect
the power leads before welding. Remove all
inflammable or explosive material from the area.
Do not eat, drink or smoke whilst spraying or
working with contaminated equipment.
Wash and change clothes after spraying.
Wash tools if they have become contaminated.
In case of poisoning, immediately seek medical
advice. Remember to identify chemicals used.
Keep children away from the equipment.
Do not attempt to enter the sprayer tank.
Do not go under any part of the equipment unless it
is secured. The boom is secure when placed in the
transport brackets.
Do not use the sprayer step unless the sprayer is
connected to the tractor or the sprayer is correctly
placed on a hard, flat surface.
If any portion of this operator’s manual remains
unclear after reading it, contact your HARDI dealer
for further explanation before using the equipment.
Safety
LEFT
RIGHT
Direction
of travel
FRONT
BACK
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