Safety Information
5
Before operating the sprayer, read the following safety instructions.
Failure to comply with these warnings may result in serious injury or death.
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This
sprayer
is
designed
and
manufactured solely for the purpose of
applying agricultural chemicals to crops.
Under no circumstances should it be
used for any other purpose.
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Before using the sprayer, carefully read
and ensure you understand the contents
of this manual and any other manual
supplied with the sprayer.
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Before operating the sprayer, read all the
safety warnings, which are carried on
various parts of the machine. Refer to the
next page for a location diagram and the
wording of these warnings.
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Never allow an inadequately trained
person to attach or operate the sprayer.
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Do not operate the sprayer whilst
wearing loose clothing, unrestrained long
hair, jewellery or anything which could
become
entangled
in
rotating
components or limit your vision.
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Wear ear protection when operating the
sprayer on a tractor which is not fitted
with a sound proofed cabin.
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Ensure the linkage capacity of the tractor
is suitable for the loaded mass of the
sprayer. Refer to the tractor operator’s
manual for safe working loads and
relevant tractor safety instructions.
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Exercise extreme care when operating in
hilly or uneven terrain to ensure
adequate stability. Refer also to the
tractor manufacturer’s operating and
safety instructions.
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Do not operate the pump at speeds
greater than 540 PTO rpm and less than
400rpm.
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Do not operate the sprayer without all of
the tractor and sprayer safety shields in
place. Carefully check that PTO and
driveline shields are correctly installed.
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Stop the tractor PTO, apply the parking
brake and switch off the tractor engine
before approaching the sprayer and
performing any work on it.
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Disconnect the PTO shaft at the tractor
and ensure the sprayer is properly
supported
before
performing
any
maintenance work.
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Before use of any chemicals
refer to
the chemical manufacturer’s label and
safety instructions for safe handling
procedures and correct method of use.
Always use the recommended personal
protective clothing and equipment.
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Always wear gloves when removing and
cleaning filters.
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Dispose of empty chemical containers in
accordance with the instructions supplied
by the chemical manufacturer.
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Ensure that all operators and associated
personnel are familiar with the legal
regulations and codes of practice that
apply to the safe use and storage of
spray chemicals.
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Ensure chemicals are kept away from
the fresh water tank.
Never drink water
from the fresh water tank
.
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Ensure all bystanders are at a safe
distance from the machine.
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Do not use flammable liquids or gases
in the sprayer.
