2.2
Pinto BT-POM 1212 - Revision 5
Pre-Operation
Safety is the
Operator’s
Responsibility
The Pinto is designed to meet the
most demanding farming conditions,
where large areas, uneven terrain, and
weather-controlled deadlines set the
toughest challenges.
The Pinto is capable of spraying a wide
range of pesticides and fungicides
and the operator must be aware of
the hazards associated with the Pinto
operation.
The dealer explains the capabilities,
application and restrictions of the Pinto.
The dealer demonstrates the safe
operation of the Pinto according to
Croplands instruction material, which
are also available to operator.
The dealer can also identify unsafe
modifi cations or use of unapproved
attachments.
The following publications provide
information on the safe use and
maintenance of the Pinto and
attachments:
• The Operator’s Manual delivered
with the Pinto gives operating
information, as well as routine
maintenance and service
procedures. It is a part of the
Pinto and must stay with the
machine when it is sold.
• Replacement Operator’s Manuals
can be ordered from your
Croplands dealer, Pinto Part
No. BT-POM 009703.
• The Pinto has machine signs
(decals) which instruct on the
safe operation and care. The
signs and their locations are
shown in he Operator’s Manual.
Replacement signs are available
from your Croplands dealer (as
shown on pages 2.5 - 2.6).
Safe Operation
Needs a Qualifi ed
Operator
A Qualifi ed Operator Must
Do the Following:
1 Understand the
Written Instructions, Rules
& Regulations
• The written instructions from
Croplands are included in the
Pinto Operation & Maintenance
Manual and on machine decals.
• Check the rules and regulations
at your location. The rules may
include any Federal and State
safety requirements for the
chemical applicator.
2 Have Training with Actual
Operation
• Operator training must consist of
a demonstration & verbal
instruction. This training is given
by your dealer before the Pinto
is delivered.
• The new operator must start in an
area without bystanders and use
all the controls until they can
operate the Pinto safely all
conditions of the work area.
3 Know The Work Conditions
• The operator must know any
prohibited uses or work areas.
They need to know about
excessive slopes and rough
terrain.
• Wear protective clothing as
recommended by the chemical
manufacturer. Always wear safety
goggles when maintaining or
servicing Pinto.
• For an operator to be qualifi ed,
they must not use drugs or
alcoholic drinks which impair
alertness or coordination while
working.
An operator who is taking
prescription drugs must get
medical advice to determine if
they can safely operate a
machine.
Farm Owner
Operations Manager
Machinery
Dealer/Manufacturer
Spray Parts Retailer
Agronomist
Chemical Supplier
Chemical Company
Accredited Trainer
Spray Operator
Spray Contractor
Safety
There are accredited training programmes for
spray application in each state. We recommend
all operators have accredited training.
NOTE
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