The Fountainhead Group SMITH PERFORMANCE NL403 Use And Care Manual page 4

Always conduct a test using cool, clean water before mixing chemicals.
Filling
Always refer to chemical manufacturer for proper mixture.
1. Remove the cap from the tank.
2. Make sure the fi lter basket is in place in the neck of the tank. The
fi lter basket includes the seal and must be in place to prevent leaks.
3. Fill the tank with cool water and chemical to the desired level.
4. Reinstall the cap.
Pressurizing and Spraying
1. To begin pressurizing, be sure shut-off lever is not depressed. Pump handle
up and down in a smooth motion (See Figure E). Operating pressure is
reached when pumping becomes diffi cult, which is no more than
5-7 full pumps. (Do not over-pressurize)
2. Direct nozzle away from you and squeeze shut-off lever to begin spraying.
3. To maintain pressure while spraying, operate pump handle every 8 sec.
or as needed to maintain desired pressure.
4. For continuous spraying, squeeze lever and rotate lock. (See Figure F)
5. Unlock if needed and release shut-off lever to stop spraying.
Cleaning
1. Fill the tank with cool, clean tap water. Replace the cap and
tighten securely. (Never use hot water for cleaning)
2. Agitate the tank to rinse the chemical from the tank walls.
3. Remove the cap and empty the contents into gravel or bare soil.
4. Refi ll the tank with clean tap water. Replace the cap and tighten securely.
5. Pressurize the tank as described in the Pressurizing and Spraying section.
6. Direct the nozzle away from you and activate the shut-off for at least 30 seconds to clean the
pressure chamber, hose and shut-off .
7. Remove the cap and empty the contents into gravel or bare soil.
8. Repeat steps 4 - 7 until thoroughly cleaned. Remove nozzle when fl ushing pump system. Clean nozzle
before replacing.
Sprayer Storage
1. Never store sprayer with pressure in chamber or liquid in any part of sprayer.
2. Sprayer tank should be hung upside down, with the cap removed, to dry completely.
3. Do not store or leave any solution in the tank after use.
4. Store in a warm, dry location out of direct sunlight.
Keep the sprayer and all chemicals out of the reach of children.
5.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Figure E
LEVER
Figure F
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