Preparing The Sprayer For Each Use; Step One: Inspect/Repair - North Star M282727K Owner's Manual

Operation – Preparing the Sprayer for Each Use
Step One. Inspect/Repair
If the sprayer has been used previously, it must be prepared BEFORE EACH SUBSEQUENT USE.
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.
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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
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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 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.
Note: It is not unusual for the operator to be exposed to chemical residue while
cleaning the strainer – wear chemical resistant gloves.
WARNING
a) Close the suction line ball valve
b) USING CHEMICAL RESISTANT GLOVES unscrew the strainer cap and
remove the strainer element.
c) Run the strainer element under fresh water to remove debris.
d)
Replace the strainer element and reinstall the strainer cap
Strainer element
Strainer cap
Ball valve
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