Hardi Ranger 550, Instruction Book

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5 - Operation
5.6
Safety precautions - crop protection chemicals
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WARNING! Always be careful when working with crop protection chemicals!
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WARNING! Always wear correct protective clothing before handling chemicals!
Personal protection
Depending on chemical type, protective gear /equipment should be worn to avoid contact with the chemicals, e.g.:
• Gloves
• Waterproof boots
• Headgear
• Respirator
• Safety goggles
• Chemical resistant overall
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WARNING! Protective clothing/equipment should be used when preparing the spray liquid, during the spray job and
when cleaning the sprayer. Follow the chemical manufacturer’s instructions given on the chemical label.
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WARNING! It is always advisable to have clean water available, especially when filling the sprayer with the chemical.
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WARNING! Always clean the sprayer carefully and immediately after use.
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WARNING! Only mix chemicals in the tank according to directions given by the chemical manufacturer.
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WARNING! Always clean the sprayer before changing to another chemical.
Filling chemicals through tank lid
The chemicals are filled through the tank lid - Note instructions on the chemical container!
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WARNING! Be careful not to slip or splash chemicals when carrying chemicals up to the tank lid!
1 . Make sure the control unit is switched off.
2. Turn the Suction valve handle towards “Suction from main tank”.
Adjust the top Pressure Agitation valve - clockwise (in) for less
agitation, counter-clockwise (out) for more agitation.
3. Engage pump and set to normal operating level.
4 . Add the chemicals through the main tank hole.
5 . When the spray liquid is well mixed, keep pump engaged so the
spray liquid is continuously agitated until it has been sprayed on
the crop.