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Important Safety Guidelines
This is the safety alert symbol:
symbol in this manual or on any spraying equipment, be
alert! It means WARNING! your safety is involved.
Note the following recommended precautions and safe
operating practices:
Read and understand this operators manual before
using the equipment. Also ensure all other opera-
tors of this equipment read and understand this
manual.
Always read chemical labels prior to use and follow
the instructions they contain. Chemical labels are
registered by the National Registration Authority.
However each state governs the purpose for which
a chemical may be used and this may vary from
state to state.
Local law may demand that the operator be certi-
fied to use spraying equipment. Adhere to the law.
Pressure test with clean water prior to using
chemicals.
Wear protective clothing.
Rinse and wash equipment after use and before
servicing.
Depressurise equipment after use and before
servicing.
Never service or repair the equipment whilst it is
operating.
Disconnect electrical power before servicing.
Always replace all safety devices or shields imme-
diately after servicing.
Disconnect power leads and electronic equipment
before welding any part of the sprayer,boom or
attached equipment. Remove all inflammable or
explosive material from the area.
Do not eat, drink or smoke whilst spraying or
working with contaminated equipment.
Wash and change clothes after spraying.
Wash tools if they have become contaminated.
In case of poisoning, immediately seek medical
advice. Remember to identify chemicals used.
Keep children, animals and unauthorised people
away from the equipment .
Never attempt to enter the sprayer tank.
Do not go under any part of the equipment unless it
is securely supported. The boom is secure when
placed in the transport brackets.
Do not use the sprayer step unless the sprayer is
connected to the tractor or the sprayer is correctly
placed on a hard, flat surface.
If any portion of this manual remains unclear after
reading it, contact your HARDI dealer for further
explanation before use or service of the equipment.
Do not affix or weld any additional item to the
sprayer, as this may affect the structural integrity of
your sprayer.
When you see the
HARDI NAVIGATOR
Before operating sprayer
Although the sprayer has had a strong and protective
surface treatment applied to steel parts, bolts, etc. in the
factories, it is recommended to apply a thin layer of anti-
corrosion oil to all metal parts, hoses and tyres.
Suggested products for protecting your equipment are
SHELL ENSIS or one of the CASTROL RUSTILLO
range, eg DW9011M1.
There are many factors that affect the selection of
protective oils, such as temperature and humidity, and
exposure to UV, salt and chemicals. Your local distribu-
tor of oil products will be able to advise on the best
specific formula for your local conditions.
If this is done before the sprayer is put into operation for
the first time, it will always be easy to clean the sprayer,
avoid chemicals discolouring the protective coating. and
keep the coatings shiny for many years.
This treatment should be carried out every time the
protective film is washed off.
Roadworthiness
When driving on public roads and any other areas
where traffic laws apply, please ensure that the required
signs and lights are fitted and working.
WARNING! Maximum driving speed is the lesser of:
20 km/h less than the posted speed limit; and
30 km/h; and
Tyre manufacturers recommended max speed / load.
NOTE! It is always recommended to only move the
sprayer by road with an empty tank.
NOTE! Ensure towing vehicle is suited to the total
load.
Hardi recommends fitting spacers to drawbar hitches to
prevent undue movement / bounce, and a safety locking
device to the drawbar pin.
A safety chain attachment point is provided.
Disconnecting the sprayer
Always clean the sprayer inside and outside
before disconnecting and parking. See Cleaning in your
Operators Manual.
Before disconnecting the sprayer from the tractor, make
sure the support leg is properly fitted.
WARNING! To prevent the sprayer from tipping
over, do not disconnect the sprayer from the
tractor with the boom unfolded.
Place stop wedges in front of and behind the wheels,
and disconnect all hoses and cables from the tractor.
WARNING! If the sprayer is parked unattended,
avoid unauthorised persons, children and animals
having access to the sprayer.
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