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Thank you for choosing a Hozelock Exel quality sprayer,
you can be assured of many years of reliable service from
this product.
Instructions & Warnings
• This sprayer is intended for use with water-based
solutions of: insecticides, fungicides, weedkillers &
fertilizers.
• Always follow the chemical suppliers instructions, as well
as the instructions supplied with this sprayer.
• Check with the chemical manufacturer that their product
can be applied using a sprayer.
• Nitric acid, acetic acid and propionic acid must only be
used in a concentration of up to 10%, phosphoric and
sulphuric acid in a concentration of up to 30%, and
potassium hydroxide and caustic soda in a concentration
of up to 20%.
• If other products are to be used, ensure they will not be
harmful to the sprayer, people or the environment.
• Upon request, Hozelock will provide you with a list of
materials used in the sprayer's components.
NOT SUITABLE FOR:
• Combustible liquids with a flashpoint below 55° C
• Acids and lyes (for exceptions see above)
• Wetting Agents (tensides)
• Viscous or sticky liquids or liquids that form residues
(dyes, greases)
• Liquid with temperatures above 30° C
Always wear protective clothing, goggles, face mask
and gloves.
Avoid inhaling spray mist.
Avoid skin contact with chemicals.
Always work in a well ventilated area.
Take care to protect children, pets & fish from exposure
to chemicals.
Always wash hands thoroughly after use & especially
before eating.
Always wash any contaminated clothing.
Seek medical attention if spray gets in your eyes or you
develop any symptoms after spraying.
Do not spray near food or food preparation areas. When
spraying crops, pay particular attention to the chemical
manufacturers advice on time before crops can be
eaten.
Do not spray any solvent e.g. White spirit.
Spray only thin watery solutions; thicker mixtures will
clog the nozzle.
Powdered chemicals can be sprayed successfully if they
are completely soluble in water. If they are not, or the
solution tends to settle, spraying can still be successful
if the mixture is continually agitated.
If the material to be sprayed contains sediment, strain
the liquid into the sprayer bottle.
Winter Use – drain liquid from all parts and prevent
damage from freezing.
Annual maintenance – At least once per year
thoroughly clean the whole sprayer and apply silicone
grease to all moving parts & seals. Test with water, and
if any washer or seal has perished it must be replaced.
• Before carrying out any maintenance on this sprayer it is
essential to depressurise the bottle.
This sprayer is made from many different types of plastic,
A
and although the liquid you wish to spray may be packed
in plastic, this does not guarantee it will not damage the
sprayer.
When filling the sprayer ensure that the maximum fill
B
level is not exceeded.
Ensure that the pump is screwed into the bottle tightly.
C
If the sprayer has been used with chemicals, discard
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safely any unused solution after use.
Fill sprayer with warm water (not hot), re-assemble the
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sprayer and spray some of the contents. Repeat; check
that the nozzle is free from sediment. If necessary repeat
the process until the sprayer is clean. NB : Do not use
detergent.
The pump O-ring should be lubricated to allow the sprayer
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to pump air efficiently. Apply silicone grease regularly, to
the pump O-Ring (A).
The nozzle cap & swirl grooves (B) should be kept clean
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and free of obstruction. The O-ring should be lubricated
to allow the spray pattern to be easily changed. Apply
silicone grease regularly, to the nozzle O-Ring (C).
Keep the trigger clean and free from build up of sediment
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and chemicals by regularly flushing after use.
Maintenance
• Winter Use – drain liquid from all parts and prevent damage
from freezing.
• Annual maintenance – At least once per year thoroughly
clean the whole sprayer and apply silicone grease to all
moving parts & seals. Test with water, and if any washer or
seal has perished it must be replaced.
• Always use eye protection when replacing valves, seals or
springs
Guarantee
• Hozelock guarantees this sprayer against any defect arising
from faulty materials or workmanship for a period of 2 years
from the date of purchase, provided that it has only been
used in accordance with these instructions. The guarantee
is limited to the repair or replacement of any defective or
faulty item. Proof of purchase must be retained.
• Hozelock extended guarantee covers the bottle and pump
mechanism only. It specifically excludes all O-rings & seals.
These have a 12-month guarantee, are wearing parts and
are available as spares from the retailer or from Hozelock
direct.
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