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M268180M
ITEM NUMBER: 268180
SERIAL NUMBER: _____________
TM
Owner’s Manual
Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, Servicing, and Storage
Tree Sprayer: 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 chemic
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Hazard Signal Word Definitions 2
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Table of Contents Intended Use ................................................................................................................................. 4 Summary of Important Safety Information................................................................................5 During Assembly During Operation • General Chemical Safety • Chemical Application Safety • ATV Vehicle Handling Safety • Chemical Accident Procedures Warning Label Locations...........................................
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Intended Use The sprayer is intended for use in spraying agricultural pesticides and other non- flammable liquids. SPRAYING PES TICIDES: 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 misun
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Summary of Important Safety Information WARNING Read and understand this owne r’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 B ELO W is a summary of safe ty information of particular importance . See individual sections of this owner’s manual fo
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Summary of Important Safety Information (continued) • ALWAYS HOLD THE SPRAY GUN FIRMLY when spraying at higher pressures to prevent gun from whipping. Keep good footing and balance at all times. • EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION when spraying near areas accessible to children and pets. • CLEAN up spills immediately per instructions on the chemical label. • TURN OFF vehicle and set brake or block wheels, TURN OFF power to sprayer, and RELIEVE system pressure before leaving sprayer unattended. • SEE Troub
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Warning Label Location 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. EXERCISE CAUTIO
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Unpacking Closely inspect all contents in the shipping carton. Note that some parts are shipped inside the tank. • If you have damaged components: Contact the freight company that delivered the unit and file a claim. • If you have missing components: Contact NorthStar Customer Service at 1-800-270-0810. Sprayer Tank Straps Manual Bag Spray Gun 420” Gun Hose The following items are found in the manual bag. Rubber Negative Battery Positive Battery Drain Cap Large Gun Clip Gun Clip Washer Clamp
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Assembly Step One: Attach gauge 1. Remove and discard the plug in the gauge port. 2. Thread in pressure gauge. Hand tighten, then turn 2 full turns with a wrench. Step Two: Attach gun hose to spray gun and pump 1. Install hose clamps on hose. i) Slide hose clamp over the end of the hose. ii) Push the hose onto the hose barb. iii) Slide the hose clamp over the hose barb. iv) Tighten the hose clamp 2. Using 2 hose clamps, attach one end of the gun hose to the pump hose barb. 3. Using 2 hose
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Assembly (continued) Step Five: Attach hose guide to tank 1. Route gun hose around sprayer and through hose guide. 2. Attach hose guide to tank with 5/16 x 1/2” bolt. Gun hose 02206 5/16 x ½” Bolt Hose guide NOTE: If your vehicle battery will be inaccessible after the sprayer is attached, you will need to proceed to “Step Seven: Connect remote switch to ATV battery” prior to performing Step Six below. Step Six: Attach sprayer to vehicle Secure the sprayer tank to your ATV rack with the two tank
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Assembly (continued) Step Seven: Connect power cords to vehicle battery WARNING Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive gases, and can cause electric shock. Caution must be exercised when making connections to a battery to avoid shock and contact with the acid, and to prevent any sparking that could lead to an explosion. ALWAYS follow the safety instructions and steps listed below in exact sequence when connecting the sprayer’s remote switch to the battery
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Assembly (continued) 3. Se parate powe r Disconnect the battery power cord from the pump power cord. cords Battery power cord Pump power cord 4. Prepare wire ends Prepare the wire ends of the sprayer’s battery power cord for connection to the vehicle battery: a) Determine the type of end connectors you need to connect to your vehicle’s battery terminals. b) Install battery clamps (supplied) or end connectors of your choosing on the bare ends of the sprayer’s battery power cord wires. To inst
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Assembly (continued) 8. Connect all three Connect the three sprayer power cords together. power cords a) Check to be sure the power switch is in the “ OFF” position on the remote together switch power cord. b) Connect the one end of the remote switch power cord to the battery power cord and the other end to the pump power cord. Battery power cord To Battery Remote switch power cord Pump power cord 01981 9. Attach remote switch Using supplied velcro pads, affix remote switch to vehicle in a posit
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Assembly (continued) Step Eight: Check and test completed assembly. WARNING Check and test completed assembly Serious injury could result from chemical leaks if sprayer is improperly assembled or the design of the sprayer is modified. Follow the steps below to ensure the sprayer is properly assembled. Never modify the sprayer design. 1. Che ck assembly Che ck assembly to assure the sprayer is prope rly assemble d and in safe working condition: a) Check that the gun clip screws are tight, hose
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Machine Components 1.) Batte ry Clamps. Use the battery clamps to connect the battery power cord to the battery. 2.) Battery Power Cord. The battery power cord connects the vehicle battery to the remote switch. This cord remains connected to the battery when the sprayer is not in use. 3.) Remote Switch. The remote switch allows the operator to safely turn ON/OFF the sprayer. 4.) Pump Power Cord. The pump power cord connects the remote switch to the pump. 5.) Gun Hose . The 420” gun hose
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Operation – Important Safety Information Now that you have completed and tested your assembly, there is some important safety and health information you need to know with regard to handling and spraying chemicals, as well as vehicle handling with the sprayer attached. WARNING Carefully read and make sure you understand the following safety information before using the sprayer. General Chemical Safety: WARNING Pesticides are hazardous chemicals. Heed the warnings below and follow all instruc
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Operation – Important Safety Information (continued) 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. • Kee p spraye r off. Do not turn on power to the sprayer until ready to spray in order to avoid unintention
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Operation – Important Safety Information (continued) ATV Vehicle Handling Safety: WARNING Serious injury can occur if the ATV on which the sprayer is mounted is driven unsafely. • Driver age. You must be 16 years of age or older to operate the AT V with the sprayer attached. • Le ss stable. Be aware that all vehicle handling will be affected with the filled sprayer attached. See your ATV’s warning label for the hazards associated with driving: o Too fast o On paved surfaces o On inclines or ro
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Operation – Important Safety Information (continued) c) Clothing – remove contaminated clothing immediately. Dispose of heavily contaminated clothing per the instructions on the chemical label for safe chemical/container disposal. 2. Seek medical advice if instructed on the label, or if the victim experiences symptoms of harmful effects such as burning, swelling, nausea, chest pain, difficulty breathing, dizziness or confusion. When seeking medical advice, be sure to bring the chemical produc
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Operation – Preparing the Sprayer for Each Use If the sprayer has been used previously, it must be prepared BEFORE EACH SUBSEQUENT USE. WARNING Read instructions below carefully for inspecting and preparing the sprayer. Damaged or clogged equipment could result in leaks or uncontrolled spray. Leaks could result in injury to the operator or bystanders from chemical exposure, or cause damage to the environment. Important safety rules: • Powe r off. Make sure all power is OFF before cleaning, insp
