Chemical Application Safety - North Star Proven Performance M268197C Owner's Manual

Operation - Important Safety Information

Chemical Application Safety:

Caution must be used when spraying chemicals to avoid unsafe exposure to
humans and the environment
Heed the warnings below and follow all instructions carefully.
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Spraye r pre p. ALWAYS inspect and prepare the sprayer before use according to the
directions provided in this manual.
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Fueling. Follow instructions in this manual for safely fueling the engine. Gasoline is
flammable and can explode. Always use caution when handling gasoline.
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Kee p spraye r off. Do not turn on power to the sprayer until ready to spray in order to avoid
unintentional spray release.
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Wind spee d. NEVER spray when wind speed exceeds 4 MPH in order to minimize spray drift.
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Clear are a/post. ALWAYS keep the work area clear of people and pets. POST warning
notices to restrict access by the public for the period recommended on chemical label.
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O perator age. You must be 16 years of age or older to operate this sprayer. Pesticides are
especially toxic to children.
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O ve r application. DO NOT over apply pesticide. Apply at a rate recommended by chemical
manufacturer. Excess pesticide can be dangerous to humans, damage desirable plants, and
contaminate soil and water sources.
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Ne ve r point gun. NEVER point the spray gun at people or animals.
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Use firm grip. ALWAYS hold the spray gun with a firm grip when using it to spray at higher
pressures in order to prevent gun from whipping. Keep good footing and balance at all times.
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Children/pe ts. ALWAYS exercise extra caution when spraying near areas accessible to
children and pets.
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Eating/smoking. DO NOT eat, drink, smoke, rub your eyes, or touch any part of your bare
skin while handling chemicals and spraying.
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He at/flames. DO NOT spray near open flames or sources of heat.
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Spills. ALWAYS clean up spills immediately per instructions on the chemical label.
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Unattende d. ALWAYS 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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Troubleshooting. ALWAYS refer to the safety instructions in the T roubleshooting Section
before attempting any repairs.
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Clean sprayer. ALWAYS clean the sprayer immediately after use according to the directions
provided in this manual.
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De contaminate . ALWAYS decontaminate yourself immediately after you are finished
spraying and handling chemicals. Wash all exposed areas of the body with soap and water
and remove and launder clothing.
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Chemical disposal/storage. ALWAYS dispose of or store remaining chemicals properly as
recommended on the chemical label.
WARNING
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Be fore Spraying
During Spraying
Afte r Spraying
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