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PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE
MICROGEN (G-9HD) ULV SPRAYER
(NSN: 3740-01-083-3570)
TESTING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
FOR ULV APPLICATIONS
A. Check the weather conditions expected during the
spray operations. REMEMBER, YOU SHOULD
NEVER CONDUCT ULV OPERATIONS IN THE
RAIN OR IN STRONG WINDS.
B. Check for a temperature inversion. A temperature
inversion has occurred when the air temperature at
six feet above the ground is at least one degree
warmer than the ground temperature (This situation
usually occurs in the early morning and late evening
hours).
C. Check the wind speed by using a wind-measuring
device. The ideal indicated wind speed should fall
between 4-6 mph and should be blowing across the
intended target area. No spraying if wind is 10 mph
or greater.
SET-UP PROCEDURES
1. Place the ULV unit in a pickup truck or on a trailer
and secure it for towing.
2. Check the fuel level in the large red 5-gallon tank
Add regular unleaded gas as needed.
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