Safety Precautions - Crop Protection Chemicals; Filling Chemicals Through Tank Lid - Hardi Ranger 550 Instruction Book

5 - Operation

Safety precautions - crop protection chemicals

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WARNING! Always be careful when working with crop protection chemicals!
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WARNING! Always wear correct protective clothing before handling chemicals!
Personal protection
Depending on chemical type, protective gear /equipment should be worn to avoid contact with the chemicals, e.g.:
• Gloves
• Waterproof boots
• Headgear
• Respirator
• Safety goggles
• Chemical resistant overall
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WARNING! Protective clothing/equipment should be used when preparing the spray liquid, during the spray job and
when cleaning the sprayer. Follow the chemical manufacturer's instructions given on the chemical label.
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WARNING! It is always advisable to have clean water available, especially when filling the sprayer with the chemical.
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WARNING! Always clean the sprayer carefully and immediately after use.
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WARNING! Only mix chemicals in the tank according to directions given by the chemical manufacturer.
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WARNING! Always clean the sprayer before changing to another chemical.

Filling chemicals through tank lid

The chemicals are filled through the tank lid - Note instructions on the chemical container!
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WARNING! Be careful not to slip or splash chemicals when carrying chemicals up to the tank lid!
1. Make sure the control unit is switched off.
2. Turn the Suction valve handle towards "Suction from main tank".
Adjust the top Pressure Agitation valve - clockwise (in) for less
agitation, counter-clockwise (out) for more agitation.
3. Engage pump and set to normal operating level.
4. Add the chemicals through the main tank hole.
5. When the spray liquid is well mixed, keep pump engaged so the
spray liquid is continuously agitated until it has been sprayed on
the crop.
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