North Star M2681781B User manual

Owner's Manual
Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, Servicing, and Storage
NorthStar 3-Point Sprayer: Category 1 tractor implement for outdoor use
with agricultural pesticides and other liquids**
WARNING
READ and UNDERSTAND the Owner's Manual completely before using this sprayer.
Assemble, test, and use only in accordance with the Owner's Manual instructions.
READ and FOLLOW chemical label instructions. Pesticides are hazardous chemicals.
KNOW emergency procedures BEFORE handling chemicals. Sprayer leaks, bodily chemical
contact, poisoning, and spills require immediate response.
AVOID inhaling, ingesting, or coming into contact with any chemicals.
WEAR personal protective gear when filling, using, cleaning, and servicing the sprayer.
KEEP sprayer and spray materials away from children and pets. Pesticides are especially toxic
to them.
EXERCISE CAUTION in vehicle handling when towing/hauling a filled sprayer to avoid loss
of control or sprayer overturning.
DO NOT TURN ON POWER to sprayer until ready to spray in order to avoid unintentional
spray release.
Improper use of the sprayer or handling of chemicals could result in serious injury or illness
to the operator or nearby persons/animals, or could cause damage to the environment.
** This sprayer is recommended for use in spraying non-flammable liquids such as pesticides, water for plants/trees
or dust control, ice control chemicals, or water-based non-flammable sealants or stains for outdoor wood surfaces.
However, WE RECOMMEND THAT THE SPRAYER NOT BE USED FOR OTHER PURPOSES ONCE IT HAS
BEEN USED FOR SPRAYING PESTICIDES. Any chemical will leave some residual in the tank liner or sprayer
components, even after the sprayer has been properly cleaned. These residual chemicals can have unexpected
effects on future uses. For example, spraying water or other liquids that are contaminated with residual pesticide
may result in unforeseen hazards to plant or animal life.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders
Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810
M2681781B
MODEL NUMBER: 2681781
SERIAL NUMBER: _________________

Hazard Signal Word Definitions
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Table of Contents
3
Intended Use .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Summary of Important Safety Information.............................................................................................5
During Assembly
During Operation
General Chemical Safety
Chemical Application Safety
Transporting Safety
Chemical Accident Procedures
Warning Label Location ............................................................................................................................8
Component Inventory
Unpacking................................................................................................................................................ 9
Unpacking the Manual Bag...................................................................................................................10
Assembly
Step One: Attach legs ............................................................................................................................ 11
Step Two: Install lance clips..................................................................................................................11
Step Three: Attach gun hose to pump....................................................................................................12
Step Four: Attach hose guide to frame and install hose hooks..............................................................12
Step Five: Attach gun hose to spray gun ..............................................................................................13
Step Six: Attach broadcast nozzle .........................................................................................................13
Step Seven: Connect sprayer to tractor..................................................................................................14
Step Eight: Connect remote switch to vehicle battery...........................................................................15
Step Nine: Check and test completed assembly .................................................................................... 16
Machine Components...............................................................................................................................17
Operation
Important Safety Information - Operation.......................................................................................19
General Chemical Safety
Chemical Application Safety
Transporting Sprayer
Chemical Accident Procedures
Preparing the Sprayer for Each Use..................................................................................................23
Using the Sprayer
Step One: Assess wind conditions and clear work area ...................................................................25
Step Two: Fill the sprayer ................................................................................................................25
Step Three: Operate the sprayer .......................................................................................................27
Step Four: Clean sprayer and decontaminate after use.....................................................................31
Storage .......................................................................................................................................................33
Preparing for storage
Removing from storage
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................34
Specifications.............................................................................................................................................35
Parts Breakdown –Exploded View.........................................................................................................36
Pump Exploded View ...............................................................................................................................38
Appendix A: Broadcast Spray Calibration Tables................................................................................39
Limited Warranty.....................................................................................................................................41

Intended Use
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The sprayer is intended for use in spraying agricultural pesticides and other non-flammable
liquids.
SPRAYING PESTICIDES:
Pesticides are hazardous chemicals that must be handled with caution as directed throughout this
manual and on the pesticide label. Pesticides are regulated by the United States Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and defined as:
Any substance or mixture of substances intended for preventing, destroying, repelling,
or mitigating any pest. Though often misunderstood to refer only to insecticides, the
term pesticide is a comprehensive term that applies to insecticides, herbicides,
fungicides, and various other substances used to control pests.
The sprayer is intended for use in spraying pesticides in liquid form only. The sprayer is NOT
intended for use in spraying pesticides in dry or aerosolized form, or for use with fumigants.
This sprayer is equipped with a spot spray gun and a broadcast spraying system. Use the spot
spray gun if you desire to apply pesticide only on selected plants. Use the broadcast spraying
system if you wish to spray large ground areas.
SPRAYING OTHER LIQUIDS:
In addition to spraying pesticides, this sprayer may be used to spray other non-flammable
liquids. Example uses include: watering plants/trees or spraying water for dust control, applying
ice control chemicals, or applying water-based, non-flammable sealant or stain to outdoor wood
surfaces.
However, WE RECOMMEND THAT THE SPRAYER NOT BE USED FOR OTHER
PURPOSES ONCE IT HAS ALREADY BEEN USED FOR SPRAYING PESTICIDES.
Any chemical will leave some residual in the tank liner or sprayer components, even after the
sprayer has been properly cleaned. These residual chemicals can have unexpected effects on
future uses. For example, spraying water or other liquids that are contaminated with residual
pesticide may result in unforeseen hazards to plant or animal life.
Contact NorthStar Product Support at 1-800-270-0810 for any questions about the
appropriate use of the sprayer and/or optional accessories.

Summary of Important Safety Information
5
WARNING
Read and understand this owner's manual completely before using the sprayer. Read
each chemical label's instructions before handling the chemical.
Improper use of the sprayer or handling of chemicals could result in serious injury or
illness for the operator or nearby persons/animals, or cause damage to the environment.
LISTED BELOW is a summary of safety information of particular importance. See individual
sections of this owner's manual for more details.
-------------------------------------- DURING ASSEMBLY -------------------------------
EXERCISE CAUTION when attaching remote switch to battery terminals. Follow the steps listed in the
Assembly section of this manual in exact sequence when connecting the sprayer's remote switch battery clamps
to the battery terminals. Caution must be exercised to avoid contact with battery acid and to prevent sparking.
CHECK and TEST completed assembly as directed in this manual. Serious injury could result from chemical
leaks if sprayer is improperly assembled.
DO NOT MODIFY sprayer design.
------------------------- DURING OPERATION ------------------------------
General Chemical Safety
READ and FOLLOW each chemical label's instructions and warnings.
AVOID inhaling, ingesting, or coming into contact with any chemicals.
KNOW applicable licensing and regulatory requirements for the chemical you plan to use.
KNOW emergency procedures before handling chemicals. Carefully review "Chemical Accident
Procedures" listed below and later in this manual. Also see First Aid instructions on the chemical label.
WEAR protective clothing, eye protection, and chemical resistant gloves when filling, using and cleaning
the sprayer. Wear additional protective gear, such as facemask or apron, as recommended on the chemical label.
EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION around children and pets. Pesticides are especially toxic to them. Keep
sprayer and spray materials away from them at all times.
DO NOT MIX OR POUR chemicals in an enclosed, unventilated area
DO NOT USE flammable or corrosive chemicals in the sprayer.
FLUSH the sprayer before switching chemicals in order to prevent dangerous chemical interactions.
STORE pesticides in a correctly labeled container and in a secure location.
MONITOR the health of operators frequently exposed to pesticides, as recommended by the chemical label
or local/federal regulations.
Chemical Application Safety
Before Spraying
INSPECT and PREPARE sprayer before each use as directed in this manual.
DO NOT TURN ON POWER to sprayer until ready to spray in order to avoid unintentional spray release.
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.
DO NOT SPRAY when wind speed exceeds 4 MPH in order to minimize spray drift.
CLEAR work area of people/ pets and POST warning notices to restrict access for the period recommended
on chemical label.
KEEP sprayer and spray materials away from children/pets. Pesticides can be especially toxic to children
and animals.
DO NOT ALLOW anyone younger than 16 to operate sprayer since pesticides are especially toxic to
children.