North Star MTBSL Step Two Fill the sprayer, Fill the sprayer using the following steps

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Operation - Using the Sprayer (continued)

Step Two: Fill the sprayer.

WARNING

ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment as directed on the chemical label when handling pesticides.

Long pants and sleeves, chemical resistant gloves, and eye protection are strongly recommended. Additional protective gear may be required depending on the particular pesticide.

Fill the sprayer using the following steps:

1.	Review safety	Review the “Operation – Important Safety Information” related to General
	information	Chemical Safety and Chemical Accident Procedures provided in this manual.
2.	Choose safe	Choose a safe pesticide mixing and loading area.
	mixing/	- Choose an outdoor, well-ventilated area away from unprotected people, animals,
	loading area	food, and other items that might become contaminated.
3. Wear personal		Wear personal protective equipment as directed on the chemical label.
	protective	- Note that additional equipment may be specified for mixing and loading activities.
	equipment
4. Turn off		Turn OFF power to the sprayer before filling.
	sprayer and	- The vehicle should also be off, with brake set or wheels blocked to prevent
	vehicle	unintended movement.
5.	Remove fill	Remove the fill cap located on top of the sprayer.
	cap
		Fill cap

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6.Ensure tank flushed

Ensure tank is flushed of all chemicals from prior uses.

-Chemicals can interact dangerously when mixed, and residue chemicals are also a health hazard.

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Contents Mtbsl Hazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents Spraying Pesticides Intended UseDuring Assembly Summary of Important Safety InformationGeneral Chemical Safety Chemical Application 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 One Attach the tongue to the cart base AssemblyStep Two Attach the hitch mount to the tongue Step Three Attach the cart base to the sprayerStep 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 Eight Attach hose guide to tank Step Seven Attach gun hose to spray gun and pumpStep Nine Attach gun clips to tank Step Ten Attach drain cap 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 Check and test completed assembly Step Fifteen Check and test completed assemblyCheck assembly Working conditionMachine Components General Chemical Safety Operation Important Safety InformationBefore Spraying Chemical Application SafetyDuring Spraying After SprayingTowing Safety Inhalation Operation Preparing the Sprayer for Each Use Important safety rulesInspect Inspect and test the sprayer thoroughly Repair Step One Assess wind conditions and clear work area Operation Using the SprayerSpray because the wind is too strong Step Two Fill the sprayer Fill the sprayer using the following stepsEnsure tank is flushed of all chemicals from prior uses Fill tank Check drainStep Three Operate the sprayer Review safetyBegin agitation if Squeeze trigger & To spray, squeeze the gun trigger Adjust nozzleUnfold one or both boom arms as required Ensure uniform coverage Ensure correct spray patternDrain tank Step Four Clean sprayer and decontaminate after useDecontaminate LaunderPreparing for storage StorageRemoving from storage Add antifreezeBefore attempting to service the sprayer TroubleshootingAny Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders SpecificationsPart# Description Model Qty Exploded View 28517/28518 Rev. LApproximate flow from one nozzle Appendix a Broadcast Spray Calibration TablesSpray Pressure Height