Step Two: Fill The Sprayer - North Star 2851701 Owner's Manual

Operation - Using the Sprayer (continued)

Step Two: Fill the sprayer.

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:
Review the "Operation – Important Safety Information" related to General
1. Review safety
information Chemical Safety and Chemical Accident Procedures provided in this manual.
2. Choose safe Choose a safe pesticide mixing and loading area.
- Choose an outdoor, well-ventilated area away from unprotected people, animals,
mixing/
food, and other items that might become contaminated.
loading area
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
6. Ensure tank Ensure tank is flushed of all chemicals from prior uses.
flushed - Chemicals can interact dangerously when mixed, and residue chemicals are also a
health hazard.
WARNING
Fill cap
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