Operation - Using the Sprayer (continued)
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Step Three: Operate the spr ayer.
WARNING
ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment as directed on the
chemical label when spraying.
Long pants and sleeves, chemical-resistant gloves, and eye protection are
strongly recommended. Additional protective gear may be required
depending on the particular pesticide.
1. Re vie w safe ty
information
Re vie w the “O peration – Important Safe ty Information”
related to Chemical
Application Safety and AT V Vehicle Handling Safety provided in this manual.
2. Wear pe rsonal
prote ctive
e quipment
Wear pe rsonal prote ctive e quipment as dire cte d on the chemical label.
3. Close boom valves
Close boom valves to pre vent accidental spray release.
4. Turn on powe r
Turn on the power to the sprayer.
1.
Verify the remote switch is connected to the pump power cord.
2.
T urn the remote switch to the “ON” position.
Note: The pum p will start autom atically when power is turned on. The pum p
will cycle on and off as needed to retain pressure in the hose.
5. Be gin agitation if
nee de d
Some formulations of liquid pesticides do not remain in solution and should
be agitate d to maintain a uniform mix.
An optional
agitator
(Item #28520) accessory is available for use with this
sprayer and should be used when spraying pesticides classified as “ flowable”
(“ F” or “ L”), “ wettable powder” (“WP” or “W”), “ emulsion” (“EC” or “ E”),
“microencapsulated” (“M”), or water dispersible granules (“ WDG” or “ DF”).
(See pesticide label to determine its classification.)
Contact NorthStar Customer Se rvice at 1-800-270-0810 for any questions
about the appropriate use of the sprayer and/or optional accessories.
Closed boom
valves
