North Star MTBSL - Manual (Page 20)

Operation – Important Safety Information (continued)
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Chemical Application Safety:
WARNING
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.
Be fore Spraying
• Sprayer prep. ALWAYS inspect and prepare the sprayer before use according to the
directions provided in this manual.
• Keep sprayer off. Do not turn on power to the sprayer until ready to spray in order to avoid
unintentional spray release.
• Broadcast nozzle down. Make sure broadcast nozzle is oriented to spray straight down
before starting the sprayer. An incorrectly positioned broadcast nozzle may spray chemicals
on you or others
• Wind speed. NEVER spray when wind speed exceeds 4 MPH in order to minimize spray
drift.
• Clear area/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.
• O perator age. You must be 16 years of age or older to operate this sprayer. Pesticides are
especially toxic to children.
During Spraying
• O verapplication. DO NOT overapply 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.
• Never point gun. NEVER point the spray gun at people or animals.
• Children/pets. ALWAYS exercise extra caution when spraying near areas accessible to
children and pets.
• Eating/smoking. DO NOT eat, drink, smoke, rub your eyes, or touch any part of your bare
skin while handling chemicals and spraying.
• Heat/flames. DO NOT spray near open flames or sources of heat.
• Spills. ALWAYS clean up spills immediately per instructions on the chemical label.
• Unattended. ALWAYS turn off vehicle and set brake or block wheels, turn off power to
sprayer, and relieve system pressure before leaving sprayer unattended.
• Troubleshooting. ALWAYS refer to the safety instructions in the Troubleshooting Section
before attempting any repairs.
Afte r Spraying
• Clean sprayer. ALWAYS clean the sprayer immediately after use according to the directions
provided in this manual.
• Decontaminate. 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.
• Chemical disposal/storage. ALWAYS dispose of or store remaining chemicals properly as
recommended on the chemical label.