OPERATION
21
Pre-Starting Checks: Annual
WARNING: AVOID INJURY!
Protective gloves should be worn
whenever handling pesticide
contaminated material. Protective gloves must
be unlined materials, made of rubber,
polyethylene, or neoprene. CHECK THE
PESTICIDE LABEL FOR DIRECTIONS ON
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING TO BE WORN WHILE
HANDLING A PESTICIDE.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY! The
spray tank and system should be
emptied of chemical mixture and
flushed with clean water before servicing the
spray system.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY! Spray
system hoses may contain pressure
and cause the chemical mixture to
come in contact with the operator. CHECK THE
PESTICIDE LABEL FOR DIRECTIONS ON
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING TO BE WORN WHILE
HANDLING A PESTICIDE.
Do the following at start of each operating season:
CAUTION:
1. Review
the
Operator’s Manuals to refresh
your memory on safety and operating
recommendations.
2. Review all safety signs and other decals on
the machine and note hazard areas.
3. Fold and unfold the spray booms (refer to
page 25 for instructions) and listen for
interference as well as check for
clearances, etc.
4. Re-acquaint yourself with the controls,
steering and handling before beginning
operation.
ALSO:
5. Perform all annual maintenance on the Self-
Propelled Windrower. Refer to the
Maintenance Checklist section in the Self-
Propelled Windrower Operator’s Manual.
6. Clean the supply tank and fill it with clean
water. Clean the line strainer.
7. Remove all nozzle tips and strainers. Flush
the hoses and the booms with clean water.
Check all connections for leaks. Replace and
check the nozzle tips for proper operation and
spray distribution.
8. Check the calibration of the sprayer. Ensure
the pressure gauges work properly.
