North Star MTBSL owner manual Operation Preparing the Sprayer for Each Use, Important safety rules

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Operation – Preparing the Sprayer for Each Use

If the sprayer has been used previously, it must be prepared BEFORE EACH SUBSEQUENT USE.

WARNING

Read instructions below carefully for inspecting and preparing the sprayer. Damaged or clogged equipment could result in leaks or uncontrolled spray.

Leaks could result in injury to the operator or bystanders from chemical exposure, or cause damage to the environment.

Important safety rules:

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Power off. Make sure all power is OFF before cleaning, inspecting, or servicing the sprayer. Guards / shields. Make sure all guards and shields are replaced after servicing the sprayer. Replacement parts. If a part needs replacement, only use parts that meet the manufacturer’s specifications. Replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the sprayer.

1.

Ensure sprayer

Ensure the sprayer is securely attached to the towing vehicle.

 

attached

 

 

2.

Ensure tank

Ensure the sprayer has been thoroughly flushed and drained of all residual

 

empty

chemical from prior uses.

3. Clean suction

Clean the suction strainer of any chemical residue.

 

strainer

It is important to clean the suction strainer before each use to ensure it is not

 

 

clogged and to prevent residual chemical from contaminating sprayer contents.

 

 

IMPORTANT: The strainer must be accessed by reaching into the tank, so the

 

 

tank must be empty to avoid immersing your hand in chemicals.

 

 

a) Open fill cap on top of tank.

 

 

b)

USING RUBBER GLOVES, reach into the tank and pull the suction

 

 

 

strainer off the end of the suction tube. (See figure below.)

 

 

c)

Run the suction strainer under fresh water to remove debris.

 

 

d)

Replace the suction strainer onto the end of the suction tube.

 

 

 

Fill cap

 

 

),*

 

 

Suction strainer

 

 

(Inside tank)

4. Inspect &

Inspect and test the sprayer thoroughly:

repair

a)

Inspect hoses for exposed mesh and holes. Replace all worn or damaged hoses.

 

b)

Inspect tank and fittings for cracks and leaks. Replace all damaged fittings with

 

 

original NorthStar parts.

 

c)

Check to be sure retaining nut on gun nozzle is tight.

 

d)

Check to be sure all other nuts, bolts, and screws are tight.

 

e)

Check wheels and tires. Make sure wheel lugs are tight and tires are inflated.

 

f)

Partially fill tank with plain water and spray to test for leaks. Repair as needed.

 

IMPORTANT: After any repair work has been done, ALWAYS test for leaks

 

with water one final time before using.

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Contents Mtbsl Hazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents Spraying Pesticides Intended UseChemical Application Safety Summary of Important Safety InformationDuring Assembly General Chemical SafetyTowing Safety Chemical accident proceduresDifferently with filled sprayer attached Unpacking Closely inspect all contents in the shipping cartonFollowing items are found in the manual bag Unpacking the Manual BagStep Three Attach the cart base to the sprayer AssemblyStep One Attach the tongue to the cart base Step Two Attach the hitch mount to the tongueStep Five Attach boom supports and boom bracket to cart base Step Four Attach wheels to cart baseStep Six Attach boom arms to the boom bracket Step Ten Attach drain cap to tank Step Seven Attach gun hose to spray gun and pumpStep Eight Attach hose guide to tank Step Nine Attach gun clips to tankStep Twelve Connect boom valve to boom nozzles Step Eleven Install boom valve to pumpStep Thirteen Attach sprayer to vehicle Step Fourteen Connect remote switch to vehicle batteryConnected to the battery Working condition Step Fifteen Check and test completed assemblyCheck and test completed assembly Check assemblyMachine Components General Chemical Safety Operation Important Safety InformationAfter Spraying Chemical Application SafetyBefore Spraying During SprayingTowing Safety Inhalation Inspect Inspect and test the sprayer thoroughly Repair Important safety rulesOperation Preparing the Sprayer for Each Use Spray because the wind is too strong Operation Using the SprayerStep One Assess wind conditions and clear work area Ensure tank is flushed of all chemicals from prior uses Fill the sprayer using the following stepsStep Two Fill the sprayer Fill tank Check drainBegin agitation if Review safetyStep Three Operate the sprayer Unfold one or both boom arms as required Adjust nozzleSqueeze trigger & To spray, squeeze the gun trigger Ensure uniform coverage Ensure correct spray patternLaunder Step Four Clean sprayer and decontaminate after useDrain tank DecontaminateAdd antifreeze StoragePreparing for storage Removing from storageBefore attempting to service the sprayer TroubleshootingAny Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders SpecificationsPart# Description Model Qty Exploded View 28517/28518 Rev. LHeight Appendix a Broadcast Spray Calibration TablesApproximate flow from one nozzle Spray Pressure
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