Summary Of Important Safety Information; During Assembly; During Operation; General Chemical Safety - North Star 5042373 Owner's Manual

Summary of Important Safety Information

Read and understand this owner's manual completely before using the sprayer. Read each
chemical label's instructions before handling the chemical.
Improper use of the sprayer or handling of chemicals could result in serious injury or illness for
the operator or nearby persons/animals, or cause damage to the environment.
LISTED BELOW is a summary of safety information of particular importance. See individual sections of this
owner's manual for more details.

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CHECK and TEST completed assembly as directed in this manual. Serious injury could result from chemical
leaks if sprayer is improperly assembled.
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DO NOT MODIFY sprayer design.

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READ and FOLLOW each chemical label's instructions and warnings.
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AVOID inhaling, ingesting, or coming into contact with any chemicals.
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KNOW applicable licensing and regulatory requirements for the chemical you plan to use.
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KNOW emergency procedures before handling chemicals. Carefully review "Chemical Accident Procedures"
listed below and later in this manual. Also see First Aid instructions on the chemical label.
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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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EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION around children and pets. Pesticides are especially toxic to them. Keep
sprayer and spray materials away from them at all times.
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DO NOT MIX OR POUR chemicals in an enclosed, unventilated area
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DO NOT USE flammable or corrosive chemicals in the sprayer.
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FLUSH the sprayer before switching chemicals in order to prevent dangerous chemical interactions.
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STORE pesticides in a correctly labeled container and in a secure location.
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MONITOR the health of operators frequently exposed to pesticides, as recommended by the chemical label or
local/federal regulations.
Failure to follow the instructions below may result in excessive heat, fire, and/or bursting
(explosion), etc.
Do not heat, or place into fire. Do not use, charge, or leave in a hot place.
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READ owner's manual before using. Failure to follow instructions may result in fire or electric shock.
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FOR USE ONLY with NorthStar Li-Ion Battery Pack item #5043106 and NorthStar Charger item #5050015.
Using other batteries or chargers may result in fire and/or bursting (explosion).
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DO NOT operate in a wet environment or expose to rain.
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DO NOT operate in extreme temperatures or expose to fire.
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DO NOT charge or use if damaged.
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DO NOT drop or impact the battery.
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DO NOT disassemble, modify, or repair the battery.
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DO NOT allow water to contact the battery terminals or get inside the battery.
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DO NOT touch the battery connectors with metal objects or insert metal objects through openings into the
battery.
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DO NOT store battery in damp location. Doing so can cause a malfunction.
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IF THE BATTERY LEAKS fluid or smells strangely, immediately move it away from any heat sources or
flame. There is a risk of fire or rupturing if the leaked liquid or gas ignites. Also, if liquid gets into your eyes,
rinse them with plenty of water. After that, immediately seek medical care.
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WHEN BATTERY IS NOT IN USE, keep away from metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws,
or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting battery terminals
together may cause burns or a fire.
WARNING

General Chemical Safety

DANGER
General Electrical Safety
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