North Star MTBSL Summary of Important Safety Information, During Assembly, During Operation

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Summary of Important Safety Information

WARNING

Read and understand this owner’s manual completely before using the sprayer. Read each chemical label’s instructions before handling the chemical.

Improper use of the sprayer or handling of chemicals could result in serious injury or illness for the operator or nearby persons/animals, or cause damage to the environment.

LISTED B ELOW is a summary of safety information of particular importance. See individual sections of this owner’s manual for more details.

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•EXERCISE CAUTION when attaching remote switch to battery terminals. Follow the steps listed in the Assembly section of this manual in exact sequence when connecting the sprayer’s remote switch battery clamps to the battery terminals. Caution must be exercised to avoid contact with battery acid and to prevent sparking.

•CHECK and TEST completed assembly as directed in this manual. Serious injury could result from chemical leaks if sprayer is improperly assembled.

•DO NOT MODIFY sprayer design.

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General Chemical Safety

•READ and FOLLOW each chemical label’s instructions and warnings.

•AVOID inhaling, ingesting, or coming into contact with any chemicals.

•KNOW applicable licensing and regulatory requirements for the chemical you plan to use.

•KNOW emergency procedures before handling chemicals. Carefully review “Chemical Accident Procedures” listed below and later in this manual. Also see First Aid instructions on the chemical label.

•WEAR protective clothing, eye protection, and chemical resistant gloves when filling, using and cleaning the sprayer. Wear additional protective gear, such as facemask or apron, as recommended on the chemical label.

•EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION around children and pets. Pesticides are especially toxic to them. Keep sprayer and spray materials away from them at all times.

•DO NOT MIX OR POUR chemicals in an enclosed, unventilated area

•DO NOT USE flammable or corrosive chemicals in the sprayer.

•FLUSH the sprayer before switching chemicals in order to prevent dangerous chemical interactions.

•STORE pesticides in a correctly labeled container and in a secure location.

•MONITOR the health of operators frequently exposed to pesticides, as recommended by the chemical label or local/federal regulations.

Chemical Application Safety

Before Spraying

•INSPECT and PREPARE sprayer before each use as directed in this manual.

•DO NOT TURN ON POWER to sprayer until ready to spray in order to avoid unintentional spray release.

•MAKE SURE BROADCAST NOZZLES ARE ORIENTED to spray straight down before starting the sprayer. An incorrectly positioned broadcast nozzle may spray chemicals on you or others.

•DO NOT SPRAY when wind speed exceeds 4 MPH in order to minimize spray drift.

•CLEAR work area of people/ pets and POST warning notices to restrict access for the period recommended on chemical label.

•KEEP sprayer and spray away from children/pets. Pesticides can be especially toxic to children and animals.

•DO NOT ALLOW anyone younger than 16 to operate sprayer since pesticides are especially toxic to children.

During Spraying

•DO NOT OVERAPPLY pesticide. Apply at rate recommended by chemical manufacturer. Excess pesticide can be dangerous to humans/animals, damage desirable plants, and contaminate soil and water sources.

•DO NOT EAT, DRINK, SMOKE, RUB YOUR EYES, or TOUCH YOUR BARE SKIN while handling chemicals and spraying.

•NEVER POINT THE SPRAY GUN at people or animals.

•EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION when spraying near areas accessible to children and pets.

•CLEAN up spills immediately per instructions on the chemical label.

•TURN OFF vehicle and set brake or block wheels, TURN OFF power to sprayer, and RELIEVE system pressure before leaving sprayer unattended.

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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 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 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
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