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Summary of Important Information
!
WARNING
Read and understand this owner's manual completely before using the
pump. Read each chemical label's instructions before handling the
chemical.
Improper use of the pump or handling of chemicals could result in serious injury or
illness for operator or nearby persons/animals, or cause damage to 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 pump
to 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 chemicals leaks if pump is improperly assembled.
...................................DURING OPERATION.....................................
General Chemical Safety
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
operating the pump. 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 pump 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 pump.
FLUSH the pump before switching chemicals in order to prevent dangerous chemical
interactions.
STORE pesticides in a correctly labeled container and in a secure location.
MONITOR in 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 pump before each use as directed in this manual.
DO NOT TURN ON POWER to pump until ready to spray in order to avoid
unintentional spray release.
DO NOT SPRAY when wind speed exceeds 4MPH 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 pump 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 the pump since pesticides are
especially toxic to children.
During Spraying
DO NOT OVERAPPLY pesticide. Apply at rate recommended by chemical manufacturer.
Excess pesticide can be dangerous to humans/animals, damage desirable plants, and contaminate
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Summary of Important Information
DO NOT EAT,DRINK,SMOKE,RUB YOUR EYES, or TOUCH YOUR BARE
SKIN while handling chemicals and spraying.
NEVER POINT A SPRAY GUN at people or animals.
EXERCIE EXTRA CAUTIIN when spraying near areas accessible to children and
pets.
CLEAN up spills immediately per instructions on the chemical label.
TURN OFF power to pump, and RELIEVE system pressure before leaving pump
unattended.
SEE Troubleshooting section of this manual before attempting any repairs. Wear
personal protective equipment and follow safety instructions.
After Spraying
CLEAN pump immediately after use according to the directions provided in this manual.
DECONTAMINATE yourself after you are done spraying and have cleaned the pump. Wash all
exposed areas of the body with soap and water, and remove and launder clothing.
DISPOSE OF or STORE remaining chemicals in secure storage with correctly marked
container.
Chemical accident procedures
Immediate response is necessary in the event of pump leaks, bodily chemical contact,
poisoning or spills. See instructions below:
Pump leak If the pump develops a leak, immediately stop spraying. Turn off
power to the pump and follow directions below, as applicable.
Bodily
chemical
contact
Personal contamination can occur when chemicals splash, spill, or
spray directly onto a person.
1.Immediately follow First Aid instructions on chemical label.
General procedures can include:
a)Eyes-immediately flush with water.
b)Skin-wash all contaminated skin surfaces with soap and water.
c)Clothing-remove contaminated clothing.Dispose of heavily
contaminated clothing per chemical label instructions.
2.Seek medical advice if instructed on the label or the victim experiences
symptoms of harmful efforts. Bring the chemical label for reference.
In case of poisoning from ingestion or inhalation:
If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call Emengency Center.Otherwise:
1.If you are the victim. immediately seek assistance from nearby personnel
because you may become incapacitated.
2.Immediately follow first aid instructions on chemical label.
3.Call a poison control center for further advice. Have the chemical label available
for reference.
Poisoningby
ingestion or
inhalation
Chemical
spills
Chemical spills must be quickly contained and properly cleaned up.
Refer to the chemical label for any specific clean-up instructions.
General procedures include:
1.Controlling the spill by stopping the source for the spill.
2.Containing the spill so that it does not spread and get into water sources.
3.Cleaning up the spill immediately.
4.Seeking additional advice from:
-Chemical manufacturer. See chemical label for contact information.
-Pesticide regulatory agency.
DO NOT MODIFY pump design
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.