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5.8 Check compatibility of pesticides with equipment
Specially approved pesticides and mixed -
compounds may have an adverse effect on
the device materials. This applies in parti-
cular to spraying agents containing sol-
vents and mixed compounds.
The following parts of the device may be
affected by damage:
Hoses
Spray lines
Seals
Containers
Pump membranes
Nozzle valve membrane
To check the compatibility of pesticides
with the device materials:
Mix pesticides according to manufac-
turer's instructions.
While stirring, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for the pesticide.
Immerse vulnerable parts of the device
(e.g. hoses) in the pesticide for several
hours.
If the following indications are apparent, do
not use the pesticide:
Pesticide tends to solidify or clump.
Hoses become particularly soft.
Seals or membrane sources.