North Star MTBSL Operation Using the Sprayer, Step One Assess wind conditions and clear work area

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Operation – Using the Sprayer

Step One: Assess wind conditions and clear work area.

Before you decide to spray, you must determine whether wind conditions are suitable. You must also restrict access to the work area to ensure the safety of bystanders.

WARNING

Do not spray if wind speeds are greater than 4 MPH or if there are bystanders in the intended spray area.

1. Assess wind speed	Assess weather conditions to ensure that it is not too windy to spray.
	DO NOT SPRAYif wind speeds are greater than 4 MPH.
	Visible indication of wind speed:
	If leaves are in constant motion or there is any branch movement, DO NOT
	spray because the wind is too strong.

2. Clear work area	Clear the work area of all bystanders and pets.
	Restrict access by the public for the period recommended on chemical label.

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Contents Mtbsl Hazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents Intended Use Spraying PesticidesSummary of Important Safety Information During AssemblyGeneral Chemical Safety Chemical Application SafetyChemical accident procedures Towing SafetyDifferently with filled sprayer attached Closely inspect all contents in the shipping carton UnpackingUnpacking the Manual Bag Following items are found in the manual bagAssembly Step One Attach the tongue to the cart baseStep Two Attach the hitch mount to the tongue Step Three Attach the cart base to the sprayerStep Four Attach wheels to cart base Step Five Attach boom supports and boom bracket to cart baseStep Six Attach boom arms to the boom bracket Step Seven Attach gun hose to spray gun and pump Step Eight Attach hose guide to tankStep Nine Attach gun clips to tank Step Ten Attach drain cap to tankStep Eleven Install boom valve to pump Step Twelve Connect boom valve to boom nozzlesStep Fourteen Connect remote switch to vehicle battery Step Thirteen Attach sprayer to vehicleConnected to the battery Step Fifteen Check and test completed assembly Check and test completed assemblyCheck assembly Working conditionMachine Components Operation Important Safety Information General Chemical SafetyChemical Application Safety Before SprayingDuring Spraying After SprayingTowing Safety Inhalation Important safety rules Operation Preparing the Sprayer for Each UseInspect Inspect and test the sprayer thoroughly Repair Operation Using the Sprayer Step One Assess wind conditions and clear work areaSpray because the wind is too strong Fill the sprayer using the following steps Step Two Fill the sprayerEnsure tank is flushed of all chemicals from prior uses Check drain Fill tankReview safety Step Three Operate the sprayerBegin agitation if Adjust nozzle Squeeze trigger & To spray, squeeze the gun triggerUnfold one or both boom arms as required Ensure correct spray pattern Ensure uniform coverageStep Four Clean sprayer and decontaminate after use Drain tankDecontaminate LaunderStorage Preparing for storageRemoving from storage Add antifreezeTroubleshooting Before attempting to service the sprayerSpecifications Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts OrdersExploded View 28517/28518 Rev. L Part# Description Model QtyAppendix a Broadcast Spray Calibration Tables Approximate flow from one nozzleSpray Pressure Height