North Star 999883 Owner's Manual page 6

Summary of Important Safety Information (continued)
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EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION when spraying near areas accessible to children and pets.
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CLEAN up spills immediately per instructions on the chemical label.
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TURN OFF vehicle and set brake or block wheels, TURN OFF power to sprayer, and RELIEVE system
pressure before leaving sprayer unattended.
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SEE Troubleshooting section of this manual before attempting any repairs. Wear personal protective
equipment and follow safety instructions.
After Spraying
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CLEAN sprayer immediately after use according to the directions provided in this manual.
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DECONTAMINATE yourself after you are done spraying and have cleaned the sprayer. Wash all exposed
areas of the body with soap and water and remove and launder clothing.
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DISPOSE OF or STORE remaining chemicals in secure storage with correctly marked container.
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READ towing/hauling safety instructions in your towing/hauling vehicle manual.
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DO NOT ALLOW drivers younger than 16 to operate the towing/hauling vehicle with the filled sprayer
attached.
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MAKE SURE SPRAYER IS SECURELY ATTACHED to vehicle.
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EXERCISE CAUTION in vehicle handling when towing/hauling filled sprayer to avoid loss of control or
overturning.
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Keep speed to a minimum so you can maintain control. Reduce speed prior to turns.
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Allow for wider turns and for more distance to stop.
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Avoid any sudden steering maneuvers, starts, or stops that could create sway.
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SLOW DOWN AND EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPED OR UNEVEN TERRAIN. Pick the
most level route possible. Drive up and down slopes when necessary, rather than across. Use a vehicle
equipped with a roll over protection system (ROPS) if you will be working on non-level terrain.
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BE AWARE of the added length of the sprayer and that visibility may be reduced when making turns or
backing up.
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DO NOT RIDE or TRANSPORT cargo on the sprayer.
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COMPLY WITH all local, state, and federal towing requirements if you will be towing on public roads.
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TURN OFF both sprayer and vehicle, and SET BRAKES or BLOCK WHEELS before leaving
unattended.
Immediate response is necessary in the event of sprayer leaks, bodily chemical contact, poisoning, or
spills.
Sprayer leak
Bodily chemical
contact
Towing/Hauling Safety
Chemical accident procedures
If the sprayer develops a leak, immediately stop spraying. Turn off power to the
sprayer and follow directions below, as applicable.
Personal contamination can occur when chemicals splash, spill, or spray
directly onto a person.
1. Immediately follow First Aid instructions on chemical label.
General procedures can include:
a) Eyes – immediately flush with water.
b) Skin – wash all contaminated skin surfaces with soap and water.
c) Clothing – remove contaminated clothing. Dispose of heavily
contaminated clothing per chemical label instructions.
2. Seek medical advice if instructed on the label or the victim experiences
symptoms of harmful effects. Bring the chemical label for reference.
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