Step Three: Operate The Sprayer - North Star 2851701 Owner's Manual

Operation - Using the Sprayer (continued)
Step 3: Operate the sprayer.
ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment as directed on the
chemical label when spraying.
Long pants and sleeves, chemical-resistant gloves, and eye protection are
strongly recommended. Additional protective gear may be required
depending on the particular pesticide.
Review the "Operation – Important Safety Information" related to Chemical
1. Review safety
Application Safety and ATV Vehicle Handling Safety provided in this manual.
information
2. Wear personal Wear personal protective equipment as directed on the chemical label.
protective
equipment
3. Close Close broadcast/boom valves to prevent accidental spray release.
broadcast/boo
m valves
4. Turn on power Turn on the power to the sprayer.
1.Verify the remote switch is connected to the pump power cord.
2.Turn the remote switch to the "ON" position.
5. Begin Some formulations of liquid pesticides do not remain in solution and should be
agitation if agitated to maintain a uniform mix.
needed
An optional pressure regulator/agitator (Item #2681032) is available for use with
this sprayer and should be used when spraying pesticides classified as "flowable"
("F" or "L"), "wettable powder" ("WP" or "W"), "emulsion" ("EC" or "E"),
"microencapsulated" ("M"), or water dispersible granules ("WDG" or "DF"). (See
pesticide label to determine its classification.)
Contact NorthStar Product Support at 1-800-270-0810 for any questions about
the appropriate use of the sprayer and/or optional accessories.
WARNING
Note: The pump will start automatically when power is turned on. The pump
will cycle on and off as needed to retain pressure in the hose.
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Closed boom
valves