Product Manual

Operation – Using the Sprayer
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Step Three: Operate the sprayer.
WARNING
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
Review the “Operation – Important Safety Information” related to Chemical
Application Safety and Transportation Safety provided in this manual.
2. Wear personal
protective
equipment
Wear personal protective equipment as directed on the chemical label.
3. Engine
operation
precautions
Heed the following safety rules with regard to running the sprayer engine:
• Hot muffler. If you are starting a warm engine, stay clear of muffler. It may
still be hot enough to burn you.
• Hot exhaust. Hot exhaust fumes from engine can cause fire. Position
muffler at least 7’ from combustible objects during operation.
• Fire extinguisher. Have a Class B fire extinguisher available as a
precautionary measure when operating the sprayer engine in dry areas.
• Carbon monoxide. The running engine gives off carbon monoxide, a poisonous
gas that can kill you. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. ONLY run the
sprayer engine OUTDOORS and at least 20 feet from the home, away from
windows, vents and air intakes, to allow proper ventilation. NEVER run sprayer
engine inside homes, garages, sheds, or other semi-enclosed spaces. These spaces
can trap poisonous gases, EVEN if you run a fan or open windows. If you start to
feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using the sprayer, shut off the engine and get to
fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide
poisoning.