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BLITZ
5-1996
12
PROCEDURES FOR USE
12
12.1 - OPERATIONS PRIOR TO TREATMENT
• The operator must:
a
. Make sure that the conditions, the disease stage or the precautionary measures justify the treatment.
b
. Be aware of the wheather-forecast for the period of time necessary to carry out the treatment.
c
. If possible, avoid distributing in windy conditions or when mixture begins drifting out of its intended range. It is
recommended treatment to be stopped when the wind speed exceeds 3m/sec. (10km/h). In case it is absolutely
necessary to carry out the treatment, it is recommended:
• the distance between the spraying points and the cultivation to be reduced, even if this means having a lower
pulverization quality;
• the drop size to be increased, adjusting the machine accordingly.
d
. Check that the mixtures of different products are compatible from a physical, chemical and biological viewpoint; if
necessary ask the retailer for information.
e
. Calculate the exact quantity of product needed for treatment and the volume of water to be employed.
f
. Check that a sufficient quantity of product for the whole treatment is available.
g
. Carefully read the instructions for the use of the product, to check the conditions for use, the correct batching and
the expiration dates.
h
. Calculate the necessary parameters for adjusting the machine and determine the exact quantity of product to be used
for each loading.
See instructions at par. 11.2 and those on the use and maintenance manual of the distribution device.
12.2 - OPERATIONS IN PREPARATION FOR TREATMENT
THE LOADING SHOULD BE DONE WITH THE MACHINE ON A FLAT SURFACE. THE QUANTITIES OR
THE MIXTURES TO BE POURED INTO THE TANK SHOULD BE PREPARED ON TREATMENT SITE,
BEFORE THE OPERATION.
• The operator must:
a
. Wear adequately protective clothes and accessories, to avoid contamination either by inhalation or by contact with
the products used, such as overalls, waterproof jackets, gloves, glasses and masks.
- Powder masks do not offer any protection against toxic vapors.
- Avoid using clothes that could get caught in the moving parts.
b
. Check the filter cleanliness and carry out all checking and maintenance operations necessary for setting up the
machine.