Product Manual

Operation – Using the Sprayer (continued)
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Step 4: Clean sprayer and decontaminate after use.
When done using the sprayer, it is important to clean the sprayer and decontaminate yourself. Do not store
the sprayer with chemicals in the tank, as it is unsafe and could also result in damage to the equipment.
WARNING
• Clean-up and decontamination procedures must be followed after each use.
• Improper equipment clean-up and disposal of chemicals can result in
dangerous chemical exposure to humans and the environment, as well as
equipment damage.
• Personal decontamination is required after spraying to minimize unsafe
exposure to chemicals and potential illness.
1. Drain tank
If there is excess chemical left in the tank, drain the tank:
a) Disconnect power to the sprayer and relieve system pressure by depressing the gun
trigger.
b) Find a suitable container in which to drain the unused chemical. Place it under the
tank drain hole.
c) While wearing rubber gloves, eye protection, and all other required personal
protective equipment, remove the drain cap and allow chemical to drain into
container.
d) When tank stops draining, replace drain cap. Tighten securely.
2. Unused
chemical
Properly store or dispose of unused chemical:
a) If the unused chemical is to be stored for future use:
Store all unused chemical in its original, or a suitably marked, container in a secure
location out of the reach of children & animals.
b) If remaining chemical is to be disposed:
Properly dispose of the remaining chemical and its container per the chemical
manufacturer’s recommendation and according to local hazardous waste disposal
regulations.
3. Flush sprayer
Flush the sprayer per the chemical manufacturer’s recommendations. A general
procedure is as follows:
a) Add fresh water to the tank.
b) Reconnect power to the sprayer.
c) Operate the spray gun and discharge all rinse water onto an area that can accept
dilute chemical application.
d) Add 5 gallons of the chemical manufacturer’s recommended cleaning solution.
Operate the spray gun, collecting the discharged solution if recommended by the
manufacturer.
e) After flushing, disconnect power to the sprayer and be sure all system pressure is
relieved by squeezing the gun trigger.
f) Dispose of cleaning solution discharge as recommended by the manufacturer of the
solution.
4. Decontaminate
& launder
Decontaminate yourself after you are finished handling chemicals:
a) Remove all clothing worn during spraying and chemical handling.
b) Wash all exposed parts of the body with soap and water.
c) Launder clothing separately from other wash.