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Operation – Important Safety Information
ATV Vehicle Handling Safety:
WARNING
Serious injury can occur if the ATV on which the sprayer is mounted is
driven unsafely.
•
Driver age.
You must be 16 years of age or older to operate the ATV with the sprayer attached.
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Less stable
. Be aware that all vehicle handling will be affected with the filled sprayer attached. See your
ATV’s warning label for the hazards associated with driving:
o
Too fast
o
On paved surfaces
o
On inclines or rough terrain.
These hazards will be increased drastically as a result of the additional weight and location of the filled
sprayer.
The center of gravity will be higher and weight distribution different, causing the ATV to be less
stable when braking, turning, and driving. Exercise extra caution in vehicle handling. Use particular caution
on sloped or rough surfaces in order to prevent rollover. A vehicle equipped with Roll Over Protection
System (ROPS) is recommended if you will be operating on non-level terrain.
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Speed limit
. DO NOT exceed 5 mph with sprayer mounted on ATV.
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Ride/transport
. NEVER ride or transport cargo on the sprayer.
Chemical accident procedures:
WARNING
Before you fill the sprayer, review the following information with regard
to handling accidents.
Chemical spills, sprayer leaks, personal contamination, and poisoning are
accident situations which you may encounter.
All require an immediate
response – See instructions below.
Sprayer leak
In the event that the sprayer develops a leak while spraying chemicals, you
must immediately stop spraying
.
Turn off power to the sprayer and follow the directions below, as
applicable.
Bodily chemical
contact
Personal contamination can occur when chemicals splash, spill, or spray
directly onto a person.
1. Follow the emergency first aid instructions on the chemical label listed in the
''First Aid'' or ''Statements of Practical Treatment'' section.
General procedures include:
a) Eyes – immediately flush with water or follow other directions as specified
on the chemical label.
b) Skin – immediately wash all contaminated skin surfaces with soap
and water, or follow directions as specified on the chemical label.
c) Clothing – remove contaminated clothing immediately. Dispose of heavily
contaminated clothing per the instructions on the chemical label for safe
chemical/container disposal.
