Atv Vehicle Handling Safety; Chemical Accident Procedures - North Star M99905C Owner's Manual

Summary of Important Safety Information
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DO NOT SPRAY when wind speed exceeds 4 MPH in order to minimize spray drift.
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CLEAR work area of people/ pets and POST warning notices to restrict access for the
period recommended on chemical label.
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KEEP sprayer and spray materials away from children/pets. Pesticides can be especially
toxic to children and animals.
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DO NOT ALLOW anyone younger than 16 to operate sprayer since pesticides are
especially toxic to children.
During Spraying
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DO NOT OVER-APPLY 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.
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DO NOT EAT, DRINK, SMOKE, RUB YOUR EYES, or TOUCH YOUR BARE SKIN
while handling chemicals and spraying.
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NEVER POINT THE SPRAY GUN at people or animals.
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EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION when spraying near areas accessible to children and
pets.
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CLEAN up spills immediately per instructions on the chemical label.
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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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SEE Troubleshooting section of this manual before attempting any repairs. Wear
personal protective equipment and follow safety instructions.
After Spraying
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CLEAN sprayer immediately after use according to the directions provided in this manual.
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DECONTAMINATE yourself after you are done spraying and have cleaned the sprayer.
Wash all exposed areas of the body with soap and water, and remove and launder clothing.
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DISPOSE OF or STORE remaining chemicals in secure storage with correctly marked
container.
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DO NOT ALLOW drivers younger than 16 to operate ATV with sprayer attached.
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EXERCISE SPECIAL CAUTION in ATV vehicle handling and DO NOT exceed 5
MPH. ATV will be less stable and perform very differently with filled sprayer attached.
Exercise particular caution on sloped or rough surfaces to avoid rollover. Use a vehicle
equipped with rollover protection for use on non-level terrain.
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DO NOT RIDE or TRANSPORT cargo on the sprayer.
Immediate response is necessary in the event of sprayer leaks, bodily chemical contact, poisoning,
or spills. See instructions below:
Sprayer leak
Bodily chemical
contact

ATV Vehicle Handling Safety

Chemical accident procedures

If the sprayer develops a leak, immediately stop spraying. Turn off
power to the sprayer and follow directions below, as applicable.
Personal contamination can occur when chemicals splash, spill, or
spray directly onto a person.
1. Immediately follow First Aid instructions on chemical label.
General procedures can include:
a) Eyes – immediately flush with water.
b) Skin – wash all contaminated skin surfaces with soap and
water.
c) Clothing – remove contaminated clothing. Dispose of heavily
contaminated clothing per chemical label instructions.
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