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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED
F
ogging -
For Use Outdoors Only “except as provided in #6 below”
1. Allow the fogger to pre-heat for two minutes or more.
2. Carry the fogger as you would a suitcase, holding it about three feet off the ground and away from
your side.
3. Pull the trigger, conveniently located on the underside of the handle, to start the unit operating.
Release trigger to stop,
4. Turn adjustment knob clockwise to obtain a dry fog. With a dry fog, you should see no moisture on a
8" x 12" minimum piece of paper or cardboard when you pass it through the fog about a foot from the
barrel. Be careful not to place hand in front of the barrel.
5. For continuous use (more than one minute) be sure the unit is adjusted for a dry fog or liquid will drip
from end of barrel.
6. The fogger should only be operated indoors by certifi ed, trained Fire and Smoke Restoration Technicians
and certifi ed, trained Odor Control Technicians and only in accordance with the IICRC (FSRT) Fire &
Smoke Restoration Technicians and Odor Control Technicians (OCT) guidelines and standards.
WARNING:
•
Under certain conditions, a fl ame may be produced at either end of the barrel. If this occurs,
release
trigger immediately
and fl ame will extinguish. Do not attempt to extinguish by blowing it out,
smothering it or submersing in liquid, Turn adjustment knob for a drier fog before resuming operation.
• The fog produced is toxic and fl ammable.
• Do not smoke during use or fi lling.
• Keep away from food, humans, pets, and animals.
• Fire or explosion may occur if used in confi ned areas.
• Do not fog near open fl ame or heated surfaces.
Cleaning
Be sure to spray clean water through the unit after each use and rinse out container thoroughly.
Lubricate according to instructions below. Wipe unit with a dry cloth after each use. Some chemicals,
when vaporized, may leave carbon or other residue inside the barrel. It is advisable to clean out the
barrel with a rag or soft bristled brush occasionally to prevent accumulation of any foreign matter.
Lubrication
Oil-based chemicals provide lubrication for the fogger's pump and atomizing mechanism, and little
additional maintenance is necessary. If fogger is used as a sprayer for water-base formulations, spray
kerosene or oil-base material through the sprayer unit for lubrication.
Storing
Keep the unit in dust-free storage to prevent accumulation of dirt in its mechanism. Never store unit
with chemicals in the container.
Clogging
Foreign matter in the liquid can result in clogging the pump or nozzle. To insure proper operation it is
recommended that clean material be used, or that it be fi ltered through cheese cloth if foreign matter is
present.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
