SnowEx SL-80SS - Manual (Page 8)

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Operational Safety Information
Summary of Important Safety Information
DURING SPRAYING
• Do not over-apply. Apply at rate recommended by chemical manufacturer.
• Do not eat, drink, smoke, rub your eyes or touch your bare skin while handling chemicals and spraying.
• Never point the spray gun at people or animals.
• Do not spray near open flames or sources of heat.
• Always hold the spray gun firmly when using it to spray at higher pressures in order 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 sprayer, and relieve system pressure before leaving sprayer unattended.
• See the Troubleshooting section of this manual before attempting any repairs. Wear personal protective equipment and follow
safety instructions.
AFTER SPRAYING
• Clean sprayer immediately after use according to the directions provided in this manual.
• Decontaminate yourself after you are done spraying and have cleaned the sprayer. Wash all exposed areas of the body with soap
and water, and remove and launder clothing.
• Dispose or store remaining chemicals in secure storage with correctly marked container.
TRANSPORTING SAFETY
• Read safety instructions in your vehicle manual with regard to carrying heavy cargo loads.
• Do not allow drivers younger than 16 to drive the vehicle with the sprayer attached.
• Make sure sprayer is securely attached to vehicle.
• Exercise caution in vehicle handling when driving with sprayer to avoid loss of control or rollover.
o Keep speed to a minimum so you can maintain control. Reduce speed prior to turns.
o Allow for more distance to stop.
o Avoid any sudden steering maneuvers, starts, or stops that could create liquid sloshing in the sprayer and instability.
• Slow down and exercise caution on sloped or uneven terrain.
• Be aware that visibility may be reduced when making turns or backing up.
• Turn off sprayer before leaving unattended.
• Do not attempt to lift with liquid in sprayer