Step Three: Operate The Sprayer - Ironton 2682050 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.
1. Review safety
information
2. Wear personal
protective
equipment
3. Turn on power
4. Squeeze trigger
& adjust
nozzle
5. Leaving
unattended
6. Discontinue use
if clogged or
inoperative
Note: A reserve, clean container capable of holding at least 8 gallons should be kept for use
when the sprayer tank needs to be emptied temporarily for repairs. It is advisable to
purchase a reserve tank suitable for pesticide storage for use in these circumstances. The
container should be properly labeled as to its contents if it is used.
WARNING
Review the "Operation – Important Safety Information" related to
Chemical Application Safety and ATV Vehicle Handling Safety provided
in this manual.
Wear personal protective equipment as directed on the chemical label.
Turn on the power to the sprayer.
1. Verify the remote switch is connected to the pump power cord.
Turn the remote switch to the "ON" position.
2.
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.
To spray, squeeze the gun trigger.
- Twist the spray nozzle to adjust from a straight stream to hollow
cone spray pattern, as recommended on the chemical label for
proper delivery rate.
Note: It is not unusual for the operator to be exposed to chemical drips
while adjusting the nozzle – gloves should be chemical resistant.
If the sprayer must be left unattended at any time:
a) Disconnect power to the sprayer.
b) Relieve system pressure by depressing the gun trigger.
c) Turn off the vehicle. Set brake or block the wheels.
If the sprayer becomes clogged or inoperative during use, discontinue
use immediately.
- DO NOT attempt to service while chemicals are in the sprayer and power
is connected.
- Return to service area to review instructions for troubleshooting before
attempting to service.
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Retaining nut
Spray nozzle