Operation - Preparing The Sprayer For Each Use; Step One: Inspect/Repair - North Star 5042373 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 and battery is disconnected 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 attached Ensure the sprayer is securely attached to vehicle.
2. Ensure tank empty
3. Clean suction strainer
WARNING
Ensure the sprayer has been thoroughly flushed and drained of all
residual chemical from prior uses.
Clean the suction strainer of any chemical residue.
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.
Directions:
a) Close the 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
Open the ball valve.
e)
NOTE: It is not unusual for the operator to be exposed to chemical
residue while cleaning the strainer—wear chemical resistant gloves.
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Strainer cap
Ball valve
Strainer element
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