Surefire Macromite Miticide

Tips For Use

Restraints:

• Do not use if rainfall is expected before spray has dried as reduced efficacy may result.

Crop Monitoring:

• Effective control depends on regular crop monitoring.
• Check trees regularly (every 3-5 days) during the season.

Mixing Instructions:

• Measure the required amount of Surefire Macromite Miticide, add to partly filled spray tank under agitation, and then add the remainder of the water.
• Use a sprayer designed to apply high volumes of spray solution up to the point of run-off and matched to the crop being sprayed.
• Set up and operate the sprayer to achieve even coverage throughout the crop canopy.
• Apply sufficient spray solution (Surefire Macromite Miticide + water) to cover the crop to the point of run-off. Avoid excessive run-off.
• The required amount of spray solution (Surefire Macromite Miticide + water) will change as the crop grows.
• The required water volume may be determined by applying different test volumes, using different settings on the sprayer, from industry guidelines or expert advice.
• Surefire Macromite Miticide has been shown to degrade rapidly when mixed and stored with alkaline water. To prevent degradation under alkaline conditions, solutions of Surefire Macromite Miticide must be used promptly (within 24 hours). Alternatively, a commercially available buffering agent can be added to the solution to reduce the pH to a neutral/acidic range.

Application:

• This product is non-systemic in action and therefore complete coverage is required for mite control.

Compatibility:

• A number of insecticides and fungicides are compatible with Surefire Macromite Miticide if mixed in the spray tank and used promptly.
• As it is impossible to know all the commercial products at the same, we cannot assume any responsibility for tank mix compatibility.
• It is recommended that a preliminary compatibility test be carried out with the planned mixture to observe the physical aspect of the spray and the reaction it may produce on the plants to be treated during the days following the test.

Precaution:

• Do not apply using spraying equipment carried on the back of the user.

Re-entry Period:

• Do not allow entry into treated areas until the spray has dried unless wearing cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and chemical resistant gloves.
• Clothing must be laundered after each day’s use.

Protections:

• Protection Of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans And Environment:
  Highly toxic to fish and aquatic organisms.
• Do not contaminate streams, rivers or waterways with chemical or used containers.
• Do not allow spray drift to contaminate streams, rivers or waterways.
• Dangerous to bees.
• Do not spray plants in flower while bees are foraging.

Storage:

• Store in the closed, original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area.
• Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.

Safety Directions:

• Harmful if inhaled.
• May irritate the eyes.
• Avoid contact with eyes.
• Do not inhale spray mist.
• When opening the container, preparing the product for use and using the prepared spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing), disposable (mist) face mask covering mouth and nose.
• In addition, if applying by low-pressure hand wand wear cotton overalls, over normal clothing, buttoned to the neck and wrist, elbow-length chemical resistant gloves and disposable (mist) face mask covering mouth and nose.
• Wash hands after use.
• After each day’s use, wash gloves and contaminated clothing.

First Aid:

• If poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131 126.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).