Section 10: Herbicide Rig
Figure 3-9. The herbicide rig is used to apply anti-icing liquids prior to an approaching storm. It is also used for de-icing applications during the storm.
Anchor: #i1004266Pre-storm activities
Well before a storm strikes, be sure to:
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- complete preventive maintenance checklist Anchor: #KYESUKNF
- adapt herbicide rig to spray liquid de-icer Anchor: #ETXGBOUV
- flush tank to prevent contamination Anchor: #MSWCBOYJ
- service auxiliary motor Anchor: #TGYXHRME
- flush pump for correct operation Anchor: #MOSWWBTM
- operate all systems to ensure correct operation Anchor: #SNRKHVVW
- check all electrical components for correct operation Anchor: #NUNYHXEC
- perform trial run with water to assure correct rates Anchor: #SPOVIMRT
- calibrate equipment for specific application rate desired. (calibration procedure can be found in the Herbicide Operations Manual in section 8.4)
During the storm activities
While using the equipment during a storm:
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- perform occasional walk around to check for any problems (lights, leaks) Anchor: #KBIJNTEF
- repair any problem as necessary to ensure correct operation of equipment.
Post storm activities
Once the storm is over, be sure to:
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- flush system Anchor: #UVQSIHJI
- clean all equipment associated with application Anchor: #SVCPYVUU
- check equipment for proper operation before next storm Anchor: #BBBKBLQN
- service equipment as necessary to prepare for next storm.