Safety Regulations; Application; Warning; Safety Guidlines - Birchmeier REC 15 AZ1 Mode D'emploi

II Safety regulations
Please read the instruction manual carefully before operating this appliance for the first time.
Please observe the safety and warning regulations!
Failure to observe these regulations will exempt the manufacturer from all liability.
Keep the instruction manual in a safe place.
Failure to comply with the safety instructions and warnings can lead to serious injury or death of persons.

1. Application

The equipment can be used to spray the recognized pesticides, weed-killers and liquid fertilizers, as used in
the home, in the garden, on the farm, or in vineyards.

2. Warning

 During transport in vehicles, the appliance must always be secured.
 Do not operate the appliance whilst fatigued, during illness or under the influence of alcohol, narcotics or
other medication.
 Do not operate the appliance when other people are in the workspace.
 Do not attempt to clear a blocked nozzle or valve by blowing through using the mouth (danger of
poisoning).
 The appliance must be cleaned after use. When cleaning, take care that water-courses are not
contaminated.
 Do not drain off chemicals into other containers (bottles, cans, etc). Store equipment and chemicals in a
safe place, away from children and domestic animals.
 When the sprayer is passed onto third parties, it must be accompanied by the operating manual.
 Please observe during operation, that the application of pesticides is in accordance with the Plant
Protection Act.
 The user is responsible for third parties, in particular children and domestic animals whilst operating the
appliance, and must ensure that any escaping mediums from the spray nozzle whilst spraying, are not
directed at said third parties.
 Avoid contact with the spray mixture whilst applying the spraying agent. During this work, be sure to wear
protective clothing, a protective mask, safety glasses and also protect the hands.
 Do not spray against the wind or during strong winds. Do not use more spray mixture than necessary to
treat the surface.

3. Safety guidlines

 Make sure that the agent you wish to spray is suitable for this equipment. The safety and handling
instructions provided by the chemical manufacturer must be noted and observed. The use of chemicals is
entirely at the user's own risk. Should you have any doubts in this respect please contact customer service.
 The sprayer must not be filled with caustic substances (e.g. disinfectants and impregnating liquids which
attack the skin or materials), corrosive substances (acids) or highly inflammable or combustible
substances.
 The sprayer must not be filled with liquids at a temperature greater than 30 °C (86 °F). The effects of frost
can damage the equipment.
 Before each use, check to ensure that the sprayer has been correctly assembled, and that it is in a
functional and undamaged condition. Damaged parts must never be used.
 It should be noted that any tampering with the appliance is prohibited. In such cases BIRCHMEIER
Sprühtechnik AG can disclaim any liability for any claims, including those under guarantee.
 Maintenance and repair work may only be carried out by professional personnel or by the specialist
retailer. Use only BIRCHMEIER original parts.
 Do not leave the appliance to stand in the sun. The effects of heat can damage the equipment.
 After each use, the appliance should first be emptied. Then wash using a suitable agent and finally rinse
with clean water. When cleaning take care that water-courses are not contaminated.
 The disposal of chemicals or pesticide remaining in the liquid tank, must follow the legal regulations stated
by the chemical manufacturer.
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