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Handler I, II & III Operator’s Manual - October 2008
Note the use of the signal words Danger, Warning and Caution
with the safety messages. The appropriate word for each mes-
sage has been selected using the following message has been
selected using the following guidelines:
You are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of
your Focus Industries Inc. Handler. Ensure that you and anyone
else who is going to operate, maintain, or work around the Han-
dler be familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures
and related safey information contained in this manual. This
manual will take you step by step through your working day and
alert you to all good safety practices while operating the Han-
dler.
Remember you are the key to safety. Good safety practices not
only protect you but also the people around you. Make these
practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that
everyone operating this machine is familiar with the procedures
recommended and follows safety precautions. Remember, most
accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignor-
ing good safety practices.
Handler owners must give operating instructions to operators or
employees before allowing them to operate the Handler. Con-
tinue doing this on an annual basis.
The most important safety device on this equipment is a safe op-
erator. It is the operator’s responsibility to read and understand
all safety and operating instructions in the manual and to follow
them. All accidents can be avoided.
A person who has not read and understood all operating and
safety instructions is not qualified to operate the machine. An
untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible
serious injury or death.
Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modifi-
cation may impair the function and/or safety and could affect the
life of the equipment.
Think Safety! Work Safely!
General Safety
Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety
signs before operating, maintaining, adjusting or unplugging
the Handler.
Only trained competent persons shall use the Handler. An
untrained operator is not qualified to use the tank.
Have a first aid kit available should the need arise and know
how to use it.
Have a first aid kit available
Wear appropriate protective gear. This includes, but is not
limited to:
A Hard Hat
Protective shoes with slip resistant soles
Protective glasses or goggles
Rubber or neoprene gloves
Wet weather gear
Hearing protection
Respirator or filter mask
Wear appropriate gear
Before starting, read chemical manufacturers’ warnings,
instructions and procedures and follow them exactly.
Post the Poison Control Emergency telephone number for
your area on your sprayer before using Agricultural prod-
ucts. The appropriate number can be found in the inside
of your telephone book. Have container label handy when
seeking medical attention.
Review all safety related instructions with all personnel
annually.
Do not put hands into the Handler when adding products.
Wear safety goggles, rubber gloves and protective clothing
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