Operation - Important Safety Information - North Star 999883 Owner's Manual

Now that you have completed and tested your assembly, there is some important safety and health information
you need to know with regard to handling and spraying chemicals, as well as vehicle handling with the sprayer
attached.
Carefully read and make sure you understand the following safety information before
General Chemical Safety:
Heed the warnings below and follow all instructions carefully.
Improper handling of chemicals can result in serious injury or illness,
or cause damage to the environment.
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Chemical label. ALWAYS READ and FOLLOW all chemical label instructions.
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Licensing/regulation. Refer to any applicable licensing restrictions or state/federal regulations with regard to
the application of the particular chemical you plan to use.
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Emergency procedures. Before handling chemicals, carefully review the "Chemical Accident Procedures"
listed later in this section, as well as the "Statement of Practical Treatment" on the chemical label.
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Inhalation/contact. ALWAYS take precautions to avoid inhaling or coming into contact with the chemical.
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Personal protective equipment. ALWAYS wear protective clothing, eye protection, and chemical-resistant
gloves when filling, using and cleaning the sprayer. Wear additional protective gear (such as facemask or
apron) as recommended on the chemical label.
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Children/pets. ALWAYS exercise extra caution around children. Keep sprayer and all spray materials away
from children and animals.
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Ventilation. ALWAYS ensure there is adequate ventilation when mixing, pouring, or spraying.
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Flammables. NEVER use any flammable chemicals in the sprayer.
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Chemical interaction. DO NOT use the sprayer with other chemicals once it has been used with bleach.
Different chemicals may interact dangerously with each other.
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Chemical storage. ALWAYS store chemicals in a properly labeled container and in a secure location per the
manufacturer's recommendations.
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Health monitoring. Monitor the health of operators who are frequently exposed to chemicals, as
recommended by the chemical label or local/federal regulations.
Operation – Important Safety Information
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using the sprayer.
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