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▪ Aim the sprayer nozzle directly at the plants or objects you wish to spray.
▪ NOTE: Make sure to stand far enough from the object being sprayed to prevent the spray
from splashing back onto you.
▪ Depress the trigger (3) to start the spray. Release the trigger (3) to stop the spray.
▪ Always empty, clean, and drain the tank after every use as directed in the Maintenance
section.
▪ Thoroughly clean the chemical sprayer before storing or before switching to a different
chemical. See Cleaning the Unit later in this manual.
▪ When you are finished with the sprayer, thoroughly wash your hands and any area where
skin has been exposed to the spray.
13 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
13.1 Cleaning
13.1.1 Draining the tank (Fig.13)
▪ If there is any liquid left in the tank after spraying, the tank should be drained before
cleaning.
▪ Remove the battery pack (14).
▪ Remove the motor housing from the tank by lifting up and releasing the latches (18) on
each end of the unit.
▪ Drain the contents through the fill area.
▪ NOTE: Drain the contents back into the original container. Do not store chemicals in the
tank.
▪ NOTE: Never dispose of residual chemicals or contaminated rinsing solutions in
waterways, drains, sewers, street gutters, or manholes.
▪ Dispose of residual chemicals and used containers in accordance with local waste
disposal regulations.
13.1.2 Cleaning the tank
▪ Fill the tank about one-third full with clean water. A small amount of mild household
detergent may be added.
▪ NOTE: Never use flammable chemicals or abrasive cleaning agents to clean the tank.
▪ Wipe the outside of the tank with a clean, dry cloth.
▪ Reattach the motor housing to the tank. Make sure the latches (18) are closed.
▪ Reinstall the battery pack (14). Spray until the tank has been emptied. Make sure to direct
the spray toward an area that will not be damaged by the spray solution.
▪ Refill and repeat the procedure with clean water. It may be necessary to rinse the tank
more than once, then drain again as directed above.
▪ Allow all pieces to completely dry before reinstalling parts and storing the unit.
13.1.3 Cleaning the nozzle (Fig.14)
▪ If the nozzle (1) becomes plugged, use the steps below to clear.
▪ Remove the battery pack (14).
▪ Unscrew and remove the nozzle (1) from the spray wand.
▪ Push a small wire (19) through the cross holes to clear any debris. If necessary, rinse the
cross holes and nozzle with clean water.
▪ Wipe the nozzle and cross holes with a clean dry cloth and reinstall the nozzle.
